The Drama Diet with Lisa Stuart

In this episode of The Drama Diet, Lisa Stuart sits down with 16-year-old student leader Alexa Azran to discuss pursuing big dreams, building confidence, and balancing multiple passions while still in high school. Alexa shares how her love for acting and theatre began at a young age, leading her to become a theatre captain at her school. She also discusses her interest in law as captain of her sch...

In this episode of The Drama Diet, Lisa Stuart sits down with Pnina Muller for a heartfelt conversation about love, resilience, and navigating life's most difficult transitions with grace and courage. After spending 20 years in marriage, Pnina faced the challenge of rebuilding her life following divorce and rediscovering who she was outside of the identity she had known for decades. Eventually...

In this episode of The Drama Diet, Lisa Stuart sits down with fashion executive and entrepreneur Ronit Weinberg for a conversation about leadership, reinvention, and building a business with purpose. With an impressive career spanning wholesale, retail, e-commerce, and direct-to-consumer operations, Ronit has worked with some of the most recognizable names in fashion, including Diane von Furstenbe...

In this episode of The Drama Diet, Lisa Stuart sits down with makeup artist, skin specialist, and entrepreneur Sarah Stern for an inspiring conversation about resilience, reinvention, and finding purpose through life's unexpected challenges. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Sarah has spent more than 14 years helping people feel confident through beauty and skincare. After building her career in...

In this episode of The Drama Diet, Lisa Stuart sits down with award-winning entrepreneur, philanthropist, and elite matchmaker Simona Fusco for an inspiring conversation about relationships, resilience, and the importance of authentic human connection. As the Founder and President of Perfect 12 Introductions, Simona has spent more than fifteen years helping CEOs, entrepreneurs, and high-profile in...

In this thought-provoking episode of The Drama Diet, Lisa Stuart sits down with filmmaker, director, and producer Landon Popadic for a powerful conversation about personal agency, creative leadership, and how to navigate life’s challenges with intention and purpose. Drawing from his experience directing films and leading production teams, Landon shares how the principles of filmmaking can be appli...

In this insightful episode of The Drama Diet, Lisa Stuart sits down with journalist, former national news anchor, and media personality Kelsey Kernstine for an honest conversation about perfectionism, vulnerability, identity, and what it truly means to be seen in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence and curated online personas. After spending more than a decade working in nationa...

In this deeply moving episode of The Drama Diet, Lisa Stuart sits down with addiction medicine physician Dr. Ariella Morrow for a powerful conversation about depression, alcoholism, recovery, and transforming pain into purpose. From the outside, Ariella’s life appeared successful — she was a respected physician, wife, mother, and medical professional working at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center with a t...

In this episode of The Drama Diet, host Lisa Stuart sits down with psychologist, relationship expert, and trauma specialist Meg Tuohey for a powerful conversation about self-attunement, emotional regulation, and transforming relationships by transforming yourself. Meg brings a unique blend of psychology, leadership science, and psychoeducation, shaped by her background in corporate HR, talent deve...

In this heartfelt episode of The Drama Diet, Lisa Stuart sits down with her mother, Gail Novack, for an emotional and deeply honest conversation about healing generational wounds, rebuilding relationships, and choosing peace through life’s challenges. Gail shares her remarkable journey as the daughter of German immigrant parents, growing up between Europe and the United States before eventually bu...

In this powerful episode of The Drama Diet, host Lisa Stuart sits down with bestselling author, media entrepreneur, and literary powerhouse Zibby Owens for an honest conversation about reclaiming your voice and rewriting the story of your life. At the heart of the episode is a transformative message: take back the pen. Lisa and Zibby explore what it means to stop living as a supporting character i...

In this episode of The Drama Diet , Eden Sassoon shares a deeply personal conversation on transformation, healing, and reclaiming identity beyond fame and external validation. Known as an entrepreneur, wellness advocate, television personality, and daughter of the legendary Vidal Sassoon, Eden opens up about the inner work that led her from public image and material success to a life grounded in s...

Celebrity hairstylist Chris Russell joins Lisa Stuart on The Drama Diet for an honest conversation about what it really means to show up as your most confident self. From the power of a signature blowout to the discipline of intentional beauty, Chris shares how outer transformation reinforces inner steadiness — and why self-care is the quiet foundation of a meaningful life. Together, Lisa and Chri...

In this emotionally honest and empowering episode of The Drama Diet , host Lisa Stuart sits down with rising pop artist Cyn to unpack the real-life emotional drama behind success, motherhood, and personal growth. From her early SoundCloud days to being discovered by Katy Perry and signing to UNSUB Records, Cyn’s journey has been anything but ordinary. With over 100 million streams and features in...

In this insightful episode of The Drama Diet , Jana Davidoff brings her signature honesty and strength to a powerful conversation about communication, resilience, and navigating life’s most challenging seasons. A seasoned PR professional and certified dance instructor, Jana shares how her direct, no-nonsense communication style—shaped by her upbringing—has helped her avoid unnecessary drama and bu...

Rainy Terrell joins host Lisa Stuart on The Drama Diet to explore the emotional depth behind her music project Alibis. With a classical foundation in opera, piano, and professional theatre, Rainy has performed on renowned stages and festivals including Warped Tour and South by Southwest. But her journey goes far beyond performance—it’s about transformation. Rainy opens up about the pivotal moment...

Emmy-winning and Oscar-nominated producer Cindy Cowan has built an extraordinary career in Hollywood, working with some of the biggest names in film and producing award-winning projects that have made a global impact. As co-founder of Initial Entertainment Group (IEG) and founder of Cindy Cowan Entertainment, her work spans decades of success—from Traffic to Miracle on 42nd Street and her latest t...

Entrepreneur, advocate, and founder of the popular “Pizza Girl” brand, Caroline D’Amore shares the powerful philosophy behind her “Drama Diet”—a mindset and lifestyle approach designed to eliminate unnecessary chaos and focus on what truly matters. Caroline opens up about redefining the idea of “having it all,” explaining why trying to do everything at once often leads to burnout rather than fulfi...

In this episode of The Drama Diet with Lisa Stuart , executive stylist Kim Apodaca shares how conscious dressing transforms confidence, leadership presence, and personal power. With a background in business and industrial psychology and over 25 years in Los Angeles, Kim has styled Fortune 500 CEOs, global leaders, and changemakers — helping them align their external image with their inner purpose....

In this powerful episode of The Drama Diet , host Lisa Stuart sits down with author and speaker Peyton Hoffman, the founder of Redefining Possible. Together, they unpack how limiting beliefs quietly shape our lives—and how setting loving boundaries is the first step toward true freedom. Lisa opens the conversation with insights from her book about saying “yes” to yourself without fear and “no” to...

In this episode of The Drama Diet with Lisa Stuart , Rochelle Brodin, former international model turned distinguished photographer, director, and creative visionary, shares her journey from the runway to behind the camera. Rochelle reveals how she transitioned from modeling to mastering her craft in photography and directing, building longevity, creative control, and a celebrated career capturing...

Fashion designers Pol and Patrik join host Lisa Stuart on The Drama Diet to share their journey of creating stunning couture and navigating life’s unexpected drama. Known for their Beverly Hills boutique, Pol’ Atteu Beverly Hills Couture , and their hit show Gown and Out in Beverly Hills (coming soon on Prime Video), Pol and Patrik open up about their experiences on reality TV, including Living wi...

On this episode of The Drama Diet , Lisa Stuart sits down with Fox 11 news anchor Marla Tellez for an honest, heartwarming conversation about trusting your personal timeline when life doesn’t follow the expected “highlight reel.” Marla shares her decade-long career journey, the emotional and physical challenges of her fertility and IVF process, and the joys and realities of becoming a mother at 48...

Rona Lalezary is a mindset trainer, podcast host, and international motivational speaker dedicated to helping people reclaim their power and recognize themselves as the creators of their lives. After October 7th, she founded Mental Health Is Real, a nonprofit bringing trauma resources and resilience tools to Jewish communities worldwide, and launched The Global Healing Blanket, a traveling tapestr...

Episode 1 of The Drama Diet with Lisa Stuart Rachel McCord , powerhouse entrepreneur, author, mama, and creator of The McCord List, shares her transformative journey from chaos to clarity. Once a self-described “drama magnet,” Rachel overcame perfectionism, burnout, and a lifelong pattern of gravitating toward chaos to embrace a life rooted in faith, self-awareness, and purpose. In this inspiring...