Fresh Off The Set

Jeanette Bennett does it all! She is an entrepreneur, journalist, mother and so much more! She is the founder of Utah Valley Magazine, BusinessQ, Utah Valley Bride, UVU Board of Trustees, and the chair of Utah Philanthropy Day. On this week’s episode of Fresh Off The Set, Jeanette brings us back to when she first started her company with her husband (Spoiler: They both wrote for their school paper...

Whether it’s dance, theater, or another artistic class, these experiences are important for kids. Kelly Coombs, the artistic director of Hale Center Theater Orem children’s program, sat down with Elora to talk about the importance of the arts in kids' lives, how these classes help them with their confidence, and what her favorite part about teaching children is. Kelly is a ray of sunshine!  K...

Are you a foodie? Then you will love this interview! Steve from Foody Fellowship talked to Kari about his popular Instagram page that features delicious food in Utah (and some other locations across the country)! He explains how he started “foody influencing,” his tips to help other people start, what his favorite foods & restaurants are and his secret party trick. (Hint: It’s not something a...

The holidays are a happy time! But for some, it can be sad or lonely. Jody Moore, a life coach, and entrepreneur, shares helpful advice for people who feel like the holidays are a triggering time. She explains how to not set unrealistic expectations, how to be kind to yourself, how to healthily embrace loneliness and so much more.  Kari, Brooke, David, Elora and Sarah host Fresh Living on KUT...

It’s hard to avoid sweets during the holiday season! Rosanna Hicken, a popular Instagram influencer, shared tips to help us have a healthy mindset, lifestyle, and diet during the holidays. (She makes it easy!) Rosanna shares why she got started in the fitness industry, how we can avoid eating “too much” sugar during the holidays and how we can stick to our health routines.  Kari, Brooke, Davi...

This week, we are taking a different look at mental health and anxiety. Dr. Tracy A Dennis-Tiwary recently published the book “Future Tense: Why Anxiety is Good For You Even Though It Feels Bad.” As an anxiety researcher and psychology professor, Tracy believes that anxiety is not always a bad thing. She talks to Elora about what people misunderstand most about anxiety, why it’s sometimes a good t...

You may have heard the phrase on social media “main character energy.” But, what does it mean and why can it be bad? On this week’s episode of Fresh Off The Set, Dr. Krystal Conner defines main character energy and explains why it can be toxic. She also explains why it is OK to be a “dangerous woman” and how we can use main character energy to create a good life, while avoiding the toxicity. If yo...

Have you ever been scammed or catfished? Scams are more prevalent now than ever! Nev Schulman, the star of MTV’s “Catfish: The TV Show,” joined Sarah on this week’s episode of Fresh Off The Set to talk about his career in busting scammers and how we can avoid scams. These include romance, Facebook marketplace and so many more! Kari, Brooke, David, Elora and Sarah host Fresh Living on KUTV, which a...

Alexis Warr, the winner of season 17 of “So You Think You Can Dance” and a “Dancing With The Stars” professional, is an extremely accomplished and talented dancer! She spoke to Elora about her dance career, what pushed her to audition, what it was like to step in on DWTS while her co-star had COVID, and how she finds her confidence. It’s a fun interview!  Kari, Brooke, David, Elora and Sarah...

Eve Dawes is a total boss babe! On this week’s episode of Fresh Off The Set, Eve talks to Sarah about her impressive career, which includes winning pageants, creating her own makeup line, running her own successful blog, becoming a fitness titleholder and so much more! She excels at everything she does. What is the secret behind her success? Eve shares that and so much more.  Kari, Brooke, Da...

After moving to the United States at the age of 18, Salsa Queen didn’t speak English and had no education. She didn’t let that stop her. Salsa Queen, who started a successful salsa company in Utah, spoke to Kari about her humble beginnings, her rise to salsa queen “royalty” and what drove her to become the successful entrepreneur she is today. A lot of hard work and dedication was put into creatin...

Who doesn’t love walking down Main Street in Disneyland with a delicious churro? It’s a favorite memory for lots of Disney fans! Kari & Elora, two self-proclaimed Disney fanatics, are dishing on their favorite rides at Disneyland, favorite places to eat, their tips & tricks for having the best experience, and one thing that you should ALWAYS remember to do!  Kari, Brooke, David, Elora...

Mary Fitzgerald is a beloved and iconic cast member in the hit Netflix show “Selling Sunset.” On this week’s episode of Fresh Off The Set, Mary talks to Kari about how she got started selling luxury real estate and it’s actually like filming a reality TV show (especially one where you have to wear heels while walking up steep driveways in the Hollywood Hills!). When is season 6 coming out? Mary te...

Balancing life and fertility treatments can take an emotional toll. Laura Fletcher, CD (DONA) Founder & CEO of Selah Fertility  and author of the upcoming book  The Grace of Grief: Healing and Hope After Miscarriage, spoke with Sarah about infertility, how to shift the conversation around miscarriages, how women can be better advocates for themselves in the doctor's office and contro...

2News anchor Mary Nickles is sharing her story during Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the importance of getting preventative cancer screenings. Mary discovered she had breast cancer during an interview for TV. She was showing how easy it was to get a mammogram, but during the procedure the doctor found something. Almost 11 years later, Mary is celebrating her survival, sharing her story and usin...

If you are feeling depressed, you are not alone. It's more than just a sad day. On this week's episode of Fresh Off The Set, Kari shares her story about struggling with depression. She speaks with Nicole from Valley Behavioral Health about the signs of depression, what to do if you have depression, and the resources that are available. Kari, Brooke, David, Elora and Sarah host Fresh Living on KUTV...

Swig is so dope! Nicole Tanner, the founder of Swig, talked to Kari on this week’s episode of Fresh Off The Set about how her love for diet coke, many Sonic runs, and pebbled ice cubes inspired her to start her own soda shop! The first store opened in 2010 and since then, they have grown to be in 3 states with 42 locations. Nicole has big plans and hopes for the company, but that all may not have...

Do you want to make more of your time but aren’t sure how to do it? On this week’s episode of Fresh Off The Set, author Richie Norton speaks with Kari about how you can use anti-time management, time tipping and prismic productivity to help you better value your time. Richie has encountered many tragedies in his life, but he has used those experiences to learn more about life and inspire others. H...

After almost losing her teenage daughter to suicide twice, Brandy Vega knew she had to help her daughter and millions of other people who struggle with suicidal ideations. On this week’s episode of Fresh Off The Set, Brandy gives advice to help us look out for our loved ones and show them we care. She also speaks to people who are struggling with suicidal thoughts: You matter & you are not alo...

Are you tired of feeling burned out? Stressed? Or anxious? Dr. Greg Hammer, MD, spoke with Kari on this week’s episode of Fresh Off The Set about his 3-minute-a-day GAIN Method to combat negative thoughts, manage stress and rewire the brain over time with daily practice. It may be even easier than you think to strengthen your resilience and learn to thrive again! Greg Hammer, MD is a Professo...

Who doesn’t love a delicious, warm cookie? What started as a pregnancy craving for Sarah quickly turned into a cookie delivery business. After a few years, Chip has exploded with popularity! On this episode of Fresh Off The Set, Sarah dives deep into Chip’s origin story, how they come up with delicious flavors and what it was like to host a small “taste testing party” at former Jazz star Rudy Gobe...

It’s time to pick out your best outfit & buy lots of pens. School is back in session! The back-2-school season can be one of the most stressful times of the year for parents and children. How can we balance everything and keep everyone happy? It’s impossible! But there are ways to help. Kylee Ann shared tips with Kari to help you plan a routine that will work best for your family, help you sta...

Are you lacking self-confidence? We all do at times! Keisha Moore (a.k.a. K-Jazzy), a host of the Mixed Expressions podcast, joined Elora to talk about empowerment, and confidence, and how those two characteristics go hand-in-hand. She has advice that will help you not only empower yourself but others around you. K-Jazzy has tips to help you boost your self-confidence, improve your mindset and cre...

“Muffin” compares to Chef Bryan Woolley and his delicious recipes! On this week’s Fresh Off The Set episode, Kari interviews her co-worker Chef Bryan, a culinary mastermind, TV chef, and cookbook author. Bryan "dishes" about how his love of cooking first started, how he became a TV chef, how he persevered to get his cookbook published, and the ingredient he can’t live without! He is an inspiring g...

Job interviews. Fixing your resume. Finding jobs to apply to. These can all be daunting tasks! Britt Larsen, a career coach, spoke with Elora on this week’s episode of Fresh Off The Set about how to change your career, the best way to stand out during an interview, and how to prepare for a job interview. Britt walks us through how you can land your dream job!  Kari, Brooke, David, Elora and S...