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Michael first began acting at the age of six, when he got his first laugh while playing a Prince in The King and I.  Since then he has come a long way, receiving a BFA in Theatre Arts from Boston University and an MA in Classical Acting from the prestigious London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. 

Yesterday: Kidnap Survivor. Today: Author. TED Speaker. Cheryl Hunter shares her story of resilience with us. We discuss the realities of sexual assault + human trafficking in the USA. We also share ways to help end it and resources for victims. 

Chris Elles shares his insights on the healing power of laughter, plus the future of the comedy + entertainment industries. Chris Elles, Jr. is a Partner at The Syndicate ( www.thesyn.com ), an entertainment marketing agency based headquartered in Weehawken, NJ. Founded in 1998, The Syndicate builds full-scale integrated marketing programs from ideation to execution and connects bra...

Esta Crompton's personal journey is one we can all learn from. Learn about how a life changing car accident turned Esta's entire life around. She's now the founder of Estala Skincare and has many lessons in resilience + beauty to share.

Orlando based Dr. Keita Joy , Founder of Success Uncensored Coaching talks diversity, inclusion, cultural competency, implicit bias and steps to be anti-racist. Dr. Joy lends some key points to the conversation about race relations culture and where we each fit into the puzzle of social justice and equality and how we can create a fabric of peace in our companies, workplace and our world...

Real Talk with BELLA continues to deliver honest dialogue + expert advice 🩺 We spoke all things mental health + coping in times of stress + revelation with Dr. Delvena Thomas. Dr. Delvena Thomas is a tireless advocate and nationally recognized mental health expert working to end the stigma of mental illness and educate the public about the brain. She is a mother, an American soldier, a scientist,...

In 2008, an unkind encounter with a complete stranger while running errands inspired Kris Wagner Wittenberg to ask herself, "WHY CAN'T PEOPLE JUST BE GOOD TO PEOPLE?!" We talk kindness, allyship, and more.

Diversity + inclusion have become trends, especially in the media industry. When Cindy Gallop and BELLA EIC Vanessa Coppes chatted, she pointed out the discrepancies we continue to see in media with regards to racism. "You stop it by elevating, hiring, including black talent," she stated. She also shared poignant ways for taking action and truly making a difference in this space. Cindy Gallop is a...

Yolanda F. Johnson recently launched WOC , a new membership community for Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy. The organization's mission is to celebrate, inspire and champion women of color in fundraising, philanthropy and related fields through building community and providing unparalleled personal and professional development resources. Our EIC Vanessa Coppes, has joined WOC’s adviso...

Off the heels of an ongoing racial injustice international uproar, we continue to discuss with Black, Latino, White allies. As a media company, we have a social responsibility to seek truth, hold its power and share it with you. We know that while this conversation has been long overdue, racial healing is an ongoing process. Racial healing benefits all people because, regardless of background, we...

Holly Volpe is the CEO of Holly Volpe Interior Design, a designer, staging consultant, and entrepreneur, as well as retail storeowner. The Shop by Holly Volpe, which is based in Colts Neck, NJ, offers home décor, furnishings, gifts, and more.

Resilience can be defined as the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness. And it's never easy to adapt in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress. Nika Stewart and Oriana Julian have overcome immense obstacles. They share with us their journey and ways to cope and move forward in life and business with grace.

The Covid-19 Storm has affected small to large businesses alike. It has literally changed everything and has affected everyone.  We've all had to quickly roll out new ways to communicate to our clients and each other. While today’s business environment is treading in unprecedented challenges, forward-looking PR professional like Jenna Guarnieri , Matthew Aversa and Lauren Wilson share their i...

In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, one of the hardest hit industries has been the beauty industry. It requires inevitable face to face contact. At a time where we've been forced to take shelter in place, our beauty pros have been impacted tremendously. From losing countless gigs to careers coming to a devastating screeching halt, where do we go from here?  We rely heavily on the curation...

BELLA EIC and host of Real Talk Vanessa Coppes is joined by Reality Star + Author Kathy Wakile to talk motherhood, connection, cooking of course, and more! BELLA's Publisher Jennifer DeCillis also joins the lively + real conversation on Episode 15 of Real Talk with BELLA.

The BELLAs talk with Self-care connoisseur + founder of Inside Outer Beauty Market Dixie Lincoln-Nichols.  At Inside Outer Beauty Market Dixie is committed to supporting you on your wellness journey. She believes that less is more. With fewer toxins in your body, the more health you will enjoy. Dixie provides you with resources + products at IO Beauty Market that are good for your beautiful b...

Tune in as BELLA Magazine’s new podcast division shares some sassy, funny, and intelligent conversations with Editor-in-Chief, Vanessa Coppes and the BELLA Team. It’s all the BELLA content you love, from entertainment , beauty, lifestyle, empowerment & more. The Bellas will dish their opinions on each topic, diving deep beneath the surface of what we see on the glossy cover. Whether it’s f...

We're back again,  joined by intimacy experts Michelle Keinan + Mary Jo Rapini who dish on how to keep the flames going, even while you may be in each other's face 24/7. Are you getting your groove on during quarantine?  About our guests: Mary Jo Rapini, LPC , sex and relationship expert is available to offer her tips for couples to take advantage of their stay-at-home mandates together...

Are you getting your groove on during quarantine? We're joined by intimacy experts Michelle Keinan + Mary Jo Rapini who dish on how to keep the flames going, even while you may be in each other's face 24/7. The convo got so deep, no pun intended, that the ladies came back for a second round. Yes, ladies, we have more Sex Real Talk, next Thursday at 12PM. About our guests: Mary Jo Rapini, LPC , sex...

The kids lead the conversation as the BELLAs chat to founder of The Mindful Family , Jennifer Bronsnick . Bronsnick also shares ways we can talk to our children about the current times we are living in. BELLA EIC Vanessa Coppes is  joined by Jennifer DeCillis (BELLA Publisher), Raffaela Pontocorvo (BELLA Administrative Assistant), and Jennifer Capella (BELLA Hairstylist).

The BELLAs chat with Fashion Designers Nicole Miller + Marc Bouwer with regards to the Fashion industry amidst the current World Pandemic. They are also joined by BELLA Stylists Mindy Shapiro + Paula Orlan and Fashion/Lifestyle Correspondent Jonathan Calixto. The discussion goes from what the designers are doing to help others, to how they see the Fashion world being impacted and forever changed a...

The BELLAs chat with Carla Isabel Carstens founder of FreeFashionInternships.com on getting a virtual internship during quarantine. Internships in the workforce, especially in the Fashion Industry, are changing because of Covid-19. Carla shares insights on how to find the right internship and most importantly, how to be prepared for interviews, in person or via zoom, to nail the job of your dreams...

The BELLAs talk with Meditation experts Judy Banks [Balance Your Life] + Lauren Eckstrom [Co-founder Inner Dimension TV] , joined by Kristen Robertiello [BELLA Stylist + Meditation Advocate] who share ways for us to reduces stress, control anxiety, promote emotional health + enhance self-awareness.

The BELLA s talk with Patty Morrissey , Mercari’s Organization Expert + Katherine King , founder of Invisible Culture , on how to declutter our space within our homes, as well as minds, especially during Covid-19!

The BELLAs are back chatting with international dating expert + owner of RapidVisa.com Ben Ives about dating during Corona, internationally and why it’s so important to know who you are before you commit yourself to someone else! BELLA's Love Files Contributor Ilsy Hoo also chimes in!