Change The Narrative with JD Fuller

Lizzy Grossman found her passion for wellness after struggling with her weight for years.  After successfully loosing 100 pounds  she set her focus on helping other people live their best life one mindful choice at a time.  Lizzy is a personal coach for WW.  She has always loved cooking and has found passion in reimagining recipes to meet healthy habits. What You Will Hear: Liz...

Dr . Demetri is a board certified, fellowship trained and award winning surgeon in facial plastic & reconstructive surgery . Dr. Demetri has authored over 30 peer reviewed publications and book chapters. Following his Columbia University education from which he graduated Cum Laude , Dr. Demetri attended the University of Florida College of Medicine . As a third year medical student, he was awa...

The conversation continues with self described edutainer, George Lee aka Conscious Lee, mixes education and entertainment to be purposely provocative.  As an activist, educator, social media sensation, consultant, speaker, podcaster, family man, transformational icon, Conscious uses his platform to educate and entertain with the mission of spurring critical thinking. Conscious holds a Bachelo...

Self described edutainer, George Lee aka Conscious Lee, mixes education and entertainment to be purposely provocative.  As an activist, educator, social media sensation, consultant, speaker, podcaster, family man, transformational icon, Conscious uses his platform to educate, entertain and encourage critical thinking. Conscious holds a Bachelors in African and African American Studies and a M...

Janja Lalich, Ph. D. is a researcher, author, and educator specializing in cults and extremist groups, with a particular focus on charismatic relationships, political and other social movements, ideology and social control, and issues of gender and sexuality. She has been a consultant to educational, mental health, business, media, and legal professionals, as well as having worked with current mem...

Chef, comedian, actress and show host Alex Thomopoulos joins JD and Suzy this week to talk about life in the spotlight, activism, authenticity and her newest ventures. Combining her love of comedy and food, Alex hosts the PBS show Moveable Feast with Relish. What You Will Hear: Alex’s trajectory from comedian to chef. Using your privilege and platform responsibly. Everyday accountability. What pus...

Join JD and Suzy as they dive in deep with Dr. Chris Hoff talking about racism, white fragility, white priviledge in the mental health world. Chris is a storyteller, champion of curiosity, and author, entrepreneur, an  innovator and educator and founder and host of the radical therapist podcast.   Director of the California Family Institute in Costa Mesa and non-profit organization...

Best selling author and psychic medium Lisa Williams, joins JD and Suzy to talk about her life as a medium.  In her youth Lisa was unaware that her ability as a medium was a unique gift.  It was through a myriad of life experiences Lisa realized that her calling was to help others and change their lives, connecting those from this world to the next, giving readings with guidance and insi...

From Executive Producer of Entertainment Tonight for 17 years to launching The Talk on CBS daytime to going back to college in his 50s studying and teaching communications at California State University Northridge, to his newest venture as Head of Communications and Talent for Project Angel Food, Brad Bessey has lived a life of glamour and opulence all while remaining true to himself, his values a...

Known for dressing icons, Bradley Bayou is a true renaissance man. As an artist, a fashion designer, best selling author, tv star, father, partner and interior designer, Bradley found his calling through a serendipitous chain of events. At a young age, he quickly became one of the most sought after designers among buyers like Fred Segal, Neiman Marcus, Saks 5th and Barneys.  Bradley became th...

Brian Dobbins is one of Hollywood’s most prolific managers and producers.  He began his career at United Talent Agency where he amassed a wealth of knowledge and experience, he eventually started his own agency, Artists First.  Using his years of experience, knowledge of development and passion for helping the unseen be seen, Brian has developed and impressive client list of young talent...

Writer and Director Victor Gabriel joins us for a conversation about his life experience from a life of struggle, poverty and homelessness to becoming a therapist as well as a writer and director in Hollywood.   Victor holds and MFA and has worked as a marriage and family therapist with survivors of trauma in Compton, Watts and South Central.  As a graduate of the American Film Inst...

Author, screenwriter and playwright Amy Ferris is a champion for women.   After dealing with self esteem issues and suicidality throughout her life, Amy continuously searched for a community to help her find confidence, courage and hope.  Amy has focused her time and energy on helping and encouraging other women. Her commitment to writing encouraging posts on facebook was spawned af...

We sit down with producers Julie Stern and Curnal Achilles Ausilio to talk about Hollywood. Recently featured in Forbes magazine, Julie’s take on leadership, humanity, humility and hard work have made her one of the most highly respected and beloved  producers in Hollywood.  Growing up with a behind the scenes look into Hollywood Julie worked her way up from intern to production assistan...

Henry Mauldin is a producer and talent manager.  His company Hendar Media develops and  produces award winning scripted and non-scripted film, television and digital content.  Henry recently produced “The Lucky Ones”.  A film directed by Debra Wilson that tells the love story of a couple diagnosed with Schizophrenia.  Listen to our conversation with Henry about the film an...

Michelle Palmer and Barri Brown sit down with us to discuss their experience with addiction and rehabilitation. Michelle and Barri became friends after being sponsored by the same person in their Alcoholics Anonymous program at a time when both were looking to change their lives.  Struggling with drug and alcohol addiction coupled with multiple incarcerations, both women lived for many years...

Human rights activist, speaker, entrepreneur and innovator Buck Angel joins JD and Suzy to talk about his journey as a transgender man and  mental health in the transgender community.  Born a female in the 60’s, Buck struggled psychologically, physically and emotionally trying to find and understand his own identity throughout his childhood and adolescence.  Living through a roller...

Former LAPD officer and author Brian Bentley grew up in Los Angeles. Raised with the principles and importance of contributing to the community, Brian focused on a career in law enforcement with the goal of bridging the gap between community and the police.  Experiencing discrimination, racism, sexism and corruption during his time in training and on the job motivated Brian to write his books...

JD and Suzy take a moment to reflect on how they met and what prompted them to create a podcast unlike any other mental health podcast.