The Velvet Hour

One week before becoming a mother, my daughter sat down with me for a conversation we can never recreate again. Between anticipation and uncertainty, laughter and emotion, we captured a fleeting moment in time — a woman on the edge of becoming someone entirely new. In this deeply personal episode of The Velvet Hour, we talk about motherhood, identity, fear, excitement, childhood memories, and the...

In this on-location episode from Chapman University, we sit down with Stephen Galloway, Dean of Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, and former executive editor & reporter for 27 years at The Hollywood Reporter. We explore a career shaped by curiosity, courage, and reinvention. From pioneering Hollywood's iconic roundtables to mentoring the next generation of storytellers, Stephen shares...

What starts as a fearless “yes” at 16 turns into a life full of unexpected twists, creative reinvention, and full-circle moments. Tiffany Perry opens up about building a photography career from scratch, navigating motherhood and setbacks, and ultimately creating a life rooted in passion and purpose. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when you follow your intuition—this episode is it.

In this episode, Taylor O'Sullivan talks creative courage, film photography, intuition, and finding beauty in the overlooked. Watch the episode on YouTube at @thevelvethouroc as well! https://youtu.be/ecbbxbEvYTk

When you honor rest as restoration, not as escape, something shifts. Still waters lead deep. 

Erin talks with Chef Lindsay of Nirvana Laguna about the power of food to heal, connect, and reflect who we are becoming. A conversation about creativity, community, motherhood, and building a life of meaning in and out of the kitchen.

Summer may be over, but a new season brings new energy! In this episode, we talk about embracing the SHIFT into Fall! Soon will be cooler days, cozier vibes, and the perfect time to reset before the year wraps up! Whether you’re craving stillness or gearing up for a strong finish, we explore simple, intentional ways to find your special moments of joy in the final stretch of the year. Let’s make t...

In this episode of The Velvet Hour, Erin chats with her vibrant friend Suzanne Adams, dynamic speaker and author, about the moment everything changed for her. Suzanne shares how she walked away from a life that looked perfect on paper, and why joy, curiosity, and courage were the keys to starting over. If you’ve ever felt stuck or wondered is this it?—this conversation is your invitation to follow...

The Velvet Hour is your tracking device for yourself!

Your best navigator is right inside! Email us at hello@thevelvethour.com or visit us @thevelvethouroc on IG. We'd love to hear from you!

Your perspective during devastating times is a key to looking at things through a new lens! Artist and gallery owner Lisa Skelly joins Erin for a deeply moving and unexpectedly uplifting conversation about resilience, reinvention, and the hidden freedom that can follow loss. After losing her home and all her belongings in a 2017 wildfire, Lisa shares how she found light in the wreckage — not just...

In this premiere episode, Erin invites you to slow down, breathe, and reflect on what truly matters. From navigating life’s distractions to honoring your natural gifts, she shares candid thoughts on setting gentle goals, protecting your time, and finding peace in the small steps toward your dreams. This is your Velvet Hour — make it yours. Email us at hello@thevelvethour.com or visit us @thevelvet...