Open Wide

This week Emily talks to a local graffiti artist whose work you may see throughout Los Angeles’ nooks and crannies. He lets us into his world of paint politics, location logistics, and whether or not he strolls through the pungent aisles of craft stores to “buy” paint cans. Get to know how he got into the graffiti world, and how it ain’t for the faint of heart.  Work on Instagram: @rois_____ _____...

This week Emily talks to acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine practitioner, Rena Haley, to figure out what cold-pressed witchcraft makes acupuncture work for so many people. Whether you’re working to balance your hormones, fix your leaky tush, or heal a torn achilles heel, it sounds like acupuncture can help. Rena debunks some theories and misconceptions while Emily, once again, talks about her hemo...

This week Emily talks to a long-time Orange County bartender, Steve Metz. Toy collector by day, bartender by night: Steve’s here to tell you to put your lime back in the shot glass and quit asking him to charge your vape. Don’t let his hard exterior fool you. He’s a big softy who would rather rank the Star Wars movies than kick you out of his bar. Steve’s Instagram: @collectivelyobsessed _________...

This week Emily talks to Nych Clark, an R&B singer with a voice that will send you right on over the bridge to Terabithia. Listen as Emily tries to keep her cool while Nych opens up about his past jobs, his creative process, and how many puberties he went through. You can find his music wherever you get music.    Nych Clark: @nychclark @bncurfews   _____________ Instagram: @openwidepod & @...

This week Emily talks to cinephile and all-around silly goose, Elliot Masters. With an overwhelmingly niche taste in film, he discusses all things cinema from what decade rises to the top to whether or not Vin Diesel is the best of our time. You might just add a new movie or two to your Watch List.  Elliot Masters: @ewmasters _____________ Instagram: @openwidepod & @theemilypetros TikTok: @ope...

This week Emily talks to Sawyer Gilley, a porn star consultant who has worked with clients such as Stella Barey, Chloe Cherry, Jane Wilde, Madi Makoff, and Angela White. She spills some piping hot tea while aiming to bridge the gap between traditional "Hollywood" and sex workers. You might want to start showing your areolas once you learn what top OnlyFans models make…. Sawyer Gilley: ht...

This week Emily talks to her one-and-only older sister, Erika Petros. Unlike any other episode, these two sisters go head to head in an incredibly humbling series of middle school trivia questions. Place your bets on who will win by the skin of her teeth… _____________ Instagram: @openwidepod & @theemilypetros TikTok: @openwidepod

This week Emily talks to Emma, an autistic woman who’s ready to destigmatize all parts of the autism spectrum. She’s witty, charismatic, and will definitely tell you if that shirt looks bad on you. Get to know Emma and her voyage in understanding what it means to be neurodivergent.  _____________ Instagram: @emilytalksto & @theemilypetros TikTok: @theemilypetros

This week Emily talks to Orange County native, Eva Illes who specializes in cuts, color and braiding. They giggle all the way through salon politics, wash bowl ettiequte, and moaning clients. Eva also spills some juicy stories that have crossed her salon chair over the years. Eva Illes: @baabycaash @baabycurlss _____________ Instagram: @emilytalksto & @theemilypetros TikTok: @theemilypetros

This week Emily talks to herself about the hellish few weeks she’s had. Whoever put a hex on her made sure she got COVID, threw her back out, and had a traumatic 26-hour travel day. Tune in to see if you agree with her airplane fart ordinance.  _____________ Instagram: @emilytalksto & @theemilypetros TikTok: @theemilypetros

This week Emily talks to clinical social worker and hypnotherapist, Dr. Wendy Doucette. They chat all things psychology while Emily shamelessly opens up about why she sought out hypnosis in the past. Tune in to learn about the power of the subconscious and whether or not dangling pocket watches are apart of her schtick.  Dr. Wendy’s website: https://www.drwendydoucette.com/ LEISURE PROJECT: https:...

This week Emily talks to Ashr, a Trader Joe’s employee based in Los Angeles. He debunks some infamous TJ’s conspiracy theories while going on a nearly psychedelic ride through his past and present. Make sure to grab the frozen Jumeokbap before it sells out every morning! LEISURE PROJECT: https://amzn.to/47wQg6B Use code EPETROS10 in your Amazon cart for 10% off _____________ Instagram: @emilytalks...

This week Emily talks to Molly, a pregnant woman in her third trimester. Without mincing any words, she takes Emily through her entire pregnancy thus far with all the testing, constipation, and unsolicited advice from others. You'll learn what to say, and more importantly, what not to say to a woman with a bun in the oven. LEISURE PROJECT: https://amzn.to/47wQg6B Use code EPETROS10 in your Am...

This week Emily talks to Johnny Schwartz, founder and designer of Yony. He lets us in on the not-so-glamorous parts of owning your own business and being in the fashion industry. Plus, Emily shares an incredibly salacious story as to why Johnny and his friends nicknamed her "Houdini" from their time together in college.  Website: https://www.yony.com/ Instagram: @yony_la LEISURE PROJECT:...

This week Emily talks to herself...again. She relives some of the most cringe-worthy episodes in her life while peppering in some stories from Jesus camp. Tune in to hear her love letter to Lexapro.  LEISURE PROJECT: https://amzn.to/47wQg6B Use code EPETROS10 in your Amazon cart for 10% off _____________ Instagram: @emilytalksto & @theemilypetros TikTok: @theemilypetros

This week Emily talks to Erika Lim, an LA-based death doula. She gives an insightful perspective on the inevitable part of life and how “death” manifests in different ways around us. Tune in to hear what her process looks like when helping individuals cross to the other side.  Erika Lim: https://erikalim.com/ LEISURE PROJECT: https://amzn.to/47wQg6BUse code EPETROS10 in your Amazon cart for 10% of...

This week Emily talks to Laffy Pants the clown. In this fever dream of an episode, Laffy opens up about his journey to becoming a clown while making us giggle along the way. Come along for the ride to see quite literally what tricks he has up his sleeve.  Laffy Pants: @laffypants Book Laffy: https://mirnalissettedesig.wixsite.com/laffypants LEISURE PROJECT: https://amzn.to/47wQg6B Use code EPETROS...

This week Emily talks to celebrity chef, Cassidy Hallman. He takes us through his decades long journey across continents that brought him to where he is today: an A-list chef whipping up otherworldly dishes. Find out if you have to have tattoos in order to work in a kitchen… Cassidy Hallman: https://www.cassidyhallman.com/ Lomis Country Club: https://www.lomiscountryclub.com/ LEISURE PROJECT: http...

This week Emily talks to herself - it doesn’t get more self-serving than that baby! In this career-ending episode, she opens up about an unpopular opinion of hers, the one-night stand that saved her life, and why dating apps just aren’t it. Buckle up! LEISURE PROJECT: https://amzn.to/47wQg6B Use code EPETROS10 in your Amazon cart for 10% off _____________ Instagram: @emilytalksto & @theemilype...

This week Emily talks to her best friend, Jake Skolnick. Although they come from two different worlds, they still manage to keep one another afloat while giggling like a marlin through life's ups and downs. Tune in to see if he stands up or sits down to pee.  LEISURE PROJECT: https://amzn.to/47wQg6B Use code EPETROS10 in your Amazon cart for 10% off _____________ Instagram: @emilytalksto &amp...

This week Emily talks to psychic and prophetic reader, Sansa Asylum. She opens up about her clairvoyant journey starting with her grandma's prop crystal ball to now hosting shows, private parties, and individual readings. Sansa also lets us in on why she strictly doesn't use tarot cards anymore... Sansa Asylum: https://www.mysticaltarottent.com/ LEISURE PROJECT: https://amzn.to/47wQg6B U...

This week Emily talks to Max St. Clair, an LA-based tattoo artist who specializes in traditional style tattooing. He takes us through his journey from shitty desk job to his dream career that he pours his heart and soul into. Oh, and he can't smell? Max's Instagram: @maxstclair_ LEISURE PROJECT: https://amzn.to/47wQg6B Use code EPETROS10 in your Amazon cart for 10% off _____________ Inst...

This week Emily talks to Francisco Santana who takes us through his days and nights as a horse groom. Get to know his equine world and how are breeders really getting horse semen…. LEISURE PROJECT: https://amzn.to/47wQg6B Use code EPETROS10 in your Amazon cart for 10% off  _____________    Instagram: @emilytalksto & @theemilypetros TikTok: @theemilypetros

This week Emily talks to Mistress Luna, a dominatrix. She dives in no holds barred into her world of BDSM and having her clients melt like putty into the palm of her hand. Find out how she preps and decompresses from each session along with other fun, secret tidbits.  Mistress Luna: https://www.mistresslunaexperience.com/ Instagram: @mistresslunaexperience _____________ Instagram: @emilytalksto &a...

This week Emily talks to Matt, a sober roadie who travels alongside an array of successful A-list talent around the world to set up their live performances. He explains what his non-stop days look like and how he balances the roadie lifestyle while being five years sober. He'll also let us know where one can bust a nut on a tour bus.  _____________ Instagram: @emilytalksto & @theemilypetr...