Trying To Figure It Out

Brian Austin Green of Beverly Hills, 90210 joins me on Trying To Figure It Out this week. He tells the story of how he got started in the television industry at nine years old and what it was like to be on one of the most successful shows by age seventeen. Brian opens up about his marriage to Megan Fox and how much more difficult it became once fame and paparazzi got involved. Brian and Megan have three kids together and he shares how they've navigated co-parenting and dating new people post-divorce. The past few years have been difficult for Brian, and he talks about the health condition that was wreaking havoc on his body. Be sure to tune in!

You can listen to more from Brian on his podcast, Oldish.

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Research and support: Jillian Himmelwright and Kayla Cunningham

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Paul Johansson of One Tree Hill joins me this week on Trying To Figure It Out. We discuss how Paul went from playing professional basketball to joining the cast of One Tree Hill and which character he originally wanted to audition for. Paul played the infamous villain of One Tree Hill, Dan Scott, and he talks about the toll that the character took on his mental health.

You'll learn some of Paul's stage secrets about how he approached Dan's character and some of the motivations behind Dan's actions. We talk about *that episode* and Paul reveals how difficult it was for him to kill off one of his best friends on the show, Craig Sheffer.

Paul shares how leaving the show helped manage his depression and alcoholism, and he discusses all of the things he's been up to now that his mental health is in a better place.

If you're a One Tree Hill fan, you'll love this episode and the previous episode with Craig Sheffer (May 23, 2023).

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Research and Support: Jillian Himmelwright and Kayla Cunningham

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I'm back with podcast-adjacent Beau this week and we have moved into my kitchen for an Erewhon mukbang. We try all my Erewhon favorites, as well as some new items that neither of us have ever had before. From Emma Chamberlain's smoothie to the sushi sandwich, you'll get our rankings of all the products. This is a fun one and I hope you enjoy!

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CEO and child protection advocate Sarah Gardner joins me this week to talk all about safety online. Sarah leads the Heat Initiative, a company built to pressure Apple to remove child sexual abuse material from all of its platforms. This is definitely an intense episode, but Sarah explains the issue in a very accessible way and I learned so much from her.

We discuss exactly what child sexual abuse material entails and how many children it affects, as well as the exact moment Sarah knew she needed to do something about this problem. Sarah explains how both children's safety and users' privacy can be maintained through the detection of imagery in iCloud and we talk about why it has been so difficult to convince Apple to implement this feature.

We end with a conversation about the ethics of family vloggers and what it means to share your kids online for the whole world to see.

Content warning: Today's episode focuses on issues around child sexual abuse. If you are comfortable and able to listen, you will learn so much from Sarah this episode. However, if this topic isn't for you, feel free to skip this one.

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Research: Jillian Himmelwright

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Internationally-renowned DJ Samantha Michelle joins Trying To Figure It Out this week from New York City. Music has always been my passion, so I am so excited to bring you today's episode. Samantha tells the story of how she wound up on aux one night at a club and which song she played that eventually led to the start of her music career. Samantha has since opened for Duran Duran, Mark Ronson, and Miley Cyrus, and she shares what it's like performing with such legends.

We discuss common assumptions about DJing and talk about drug use in the space, sexism that Samantha's experienced while working, and what she'll tell you if you request Wu-Tang Clan when she's playing a disco set.

This is an inspiring conversation about stepping into your creativity, finding your voice, and feeling empowered to lead the life that you want to live.

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TTFIO is back this week with badass businesswoman Lily Geiger.

Lily is the founder of Figlia, a non-alcoholic aperitivo brand born from Lily's personal experience with alcoholism within her family. Lily's father passed away from alcoholism when she was twenty and we discuss what it was like growing up in that environment. Her life had so many extra challenges because of what her father was going through, but she also expresses deep empathy for his struggle.

With so much change and pressure, deciding how you want to engage with alcohol in your twenties can be difficult. Lily and I talk about transitioning from college drinking culture to adulthood and how we now choose how much to drink.

Whether you're sober or not, Figlia is a delicious option that you should absolutely check out! With far less investment-backing than her competitors, Lily has brought the brand to over 500 locations and has landed features in publications such as Vogue, Forbes, and CBS.

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This week on TTFIO, Bravo star Jordan Emanuel joins me to talk about how she wound up on Summer House and her experience on the show. We get a BTS look behind the Bravo show and hear how meaningful it was for Jordan to join the all-Black cast. Jordan was Playboy's 2019 Playmate of the Year and we discuss how she found sexual liberation through modeling. Jordan has continued to feel empowered in her body through celibacy and we chat about what celibate dating has looked like for her. From her mental health journey to her relationship with her parents to whether she wants to have kids of her own one day, we really cover it all in this episode. Be sure to tune in!

You can also watch Jordan on Winter House, airing now on Tuesday nights.

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Happy Season 3 Premiere and happy Halloween! Here to celebrate with me is none other than Beau Stone, our favorite podcast-adjacent guest. On today's episode we are back painting pumpkins while catching up on some big life updates; I tell the spooky story of what made me move out of my house in less than a day and Beau shares some of his escapades from his Euro trip this summer.

I'm so excited for you all to see what's in store this season. There's so much to figure out.

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Figuring it Out with Keni Silva: Divorce as an Opportunity

Keni Silva joins TTFIO this week to talk all about divorce as an opportunity. After an international modeling career, Keni married her (now ex) husband at the age of 23 and they built a picture-perfect life together. But Keni realized she still wasn't happy despite checking off all the boxes that she had thought she wanted. In today's episode, Keni shares how she decided to change her life and get divorced after thirteen years of marriage. She talks about the ups and downs she went through with her mental health during that time and how she eventually got to the other side. Now she sees divorce as an opportunity and wants to share what she's learned with other women.

As a child of divorce, I love having conversations with women who have gone through it themselves; Keni explains how she's navigating the whole process with her two children and I loved hearing from her perspective. Enjoy!

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Our favorite recurring guest is back on TTFIO this week for his first appearance of Season 2. Beau Stone joins me to give us all of his life updates; he talks about his recent move and how he's been finding a better work-life balance. He spills all the details on his trip to Las Vegas from pool parties to Nobu to casinos to shopping to strip clubs. We talk about the missing submersible that's been on everyone's mind this past week and share our thoughts on The Weeknd's new show, The Idol. We test how well we know each other and then wrap up with Al P's Three as always. Enjoy!

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Summer is here! And on this week's solo episode, I'm talking about all the difficulties that can come with the sun. Social media becomes even more challenging to navigate and it feels like there are endless opportunities to compare ourselves to what other people are doing, how they look, and how much fun they're having. I am here to tell you that these are just three months out of the year and you are ALREADY beautiful exactly the way you are. Every body is a summer body and you are perfectly ready for the beach, a thirst trap, the pool, or wherever you find yourself this summer.

Today I share my own challenges with disordered eating and some of the ups and downs I've gone through with my body image. For anyone who has dealt with similar struggles, I hope this can make you feel less alone; we're all just trying to figure it out. You deserve to shine in the sun this summer in whatever outfit you want to wear. You are beautiful and this summer is yours to claim.

Content warning: Today's episode discusses body image, body dysmorphia, disordered eating, binge eating disorder, and other topics that may be triggering. Please skip this episode if these topics aren't helpful to you. We'll be back next week.

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Happy Pride! Joining me this week is Lennon Torres, a former Candy Apple dancer on Dance Moms. We take a deep dive into Lennon's experience on the show and discuss how she became a Candy Apple, what the cast was like when the cameras stopped rolling, and how filming affected her childhood and personal growth.

Lennon is a trans woman and, after discussing the role that gender plays in the dance industry, she shares how it's felt the past few years after publicly coming out. We talk about her experience dating as a trans woman and how fulfilling, and confusing, it can be.

This episode is a special one; I hope you enjoy!

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A few weeks ago, I hosted a mindfulness event at my house in Los Angeles. On this week's episode of TTFIO, I talk with the co-founders of Mindful Weekends about the goal of their business and how it can be difficult to pause our busy lives and just disconnect for a day. You'll also hear from several of the vendors at the event, who share what led them to start their businesses and how their companies fit into the mental health and wellness space. We talk about daily habits that can help us take care of our mental health, and I hope some of my guests' tips can be helpful to you too. It was inspiring to hear from so many women who feel empowered to start their own companies that are grounded in wellness and creativity. Enjoy!

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@mindfulweekends

@rhinoandlucy

@amla_esthetics

@avraveda

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One Tree Hill actor Craig Sheffer joins me this week on Trying To Figure It Out. You may know him better as Uncle Keith, the character that tragically died in season 3; we talk all about One Tree Hill and the culture behind the scenes. Craig shares what it was like working with director Mark Schwahn and the control that Schwahn tried to maintain over the cast. We also discuss what Craig has been up to since the show and he reveals some of his own mental health challenges and how he managed a long depressive period. We wrap up with Al P's Three as always and pick three songs that remind us of One Tree Hill.

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There is tons of bonus content this week on Trying To Figure It Out! I have a solo mini episode for you here on all podcast platforms and if you head over to the YouTube page, you can watch Sofia Fehn teach me how to make spaghetti and meatballs while we chat late into the night. Here on the solo pod, you'll hear about my recent Lexapro hiatus and some reflections now that I'm back on it. I also discuss some important current events like Bed Bath & Beyond's closure and the Vanderpump Rules season finale. I hope you enjoy and if you want more, then head over to the TTFIO YouTube Page!

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Actress and TikTok star Ana Sofia Fehn has been doing amazing things ever since I met her. This week on Trying To Figure It Out, Sofia and I reflect on the culture shock we experienced freshman year at USC and the toll that Greek life had on our mental health. Sofia moved from Cleveland, Ohio, to Los Angeles and jumped right into the modeling and entertainment industries; she shares the anxiety and depression that followed and how the culture at USC contributed to an eating disorder as well. Sofia is now in recovery and cooks amazing meals on TikTok nearly every day. We talk about how comments on social media often focus on her appearance and what happened when a video went viral on the dark side of Twitter. This conversation was so fun and Sofia is such a joy, I know you'll love this episode. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Al P's Three: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/27My1AtDVYwrb7kM0Ilqm2?si=2a70434127aa4519&nd=1 Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Research: Jillian Himmelwright

Climate change is one of the biggest challenges of our time. This week on Trying To Figure It Out, Max Moinian, co-founder of Future Earth, joins us to talk all about climate activism and sustainability. Future Earth is a community and online platform that shares crucial information about climate changes and seeks to engage followers beyond their phone screens.

Max and I talk about how anxiety around climate change can affect our mental health and how to maintain hope for the future. Climate change can be tough to talk about for fear of saying the wrong thing, and Max explains how everyone still has a role in the fight and the importance of staying active while you're still learning. (Spoiler alert: she's still learning too!) We wrap up with three recent climate wins and some tips on where to shop sustainably. Enjoy!

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World-renowned OB-GYN Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi joins me this week on TTFIO to talk all about women's health. Dr. Aliabadi has delivered babies for royal families and celebrities like the Kardashians, Halsey, and Chrissy Teigen, and she also specializes in PCOS and endometriosis. Today she is here to teach us all about what these conditions are, what their symptoms are like, and how they're typically treated. We also discuss the continual dismissal of women's health and the importance of having women in positions of power to help effect change. From growing up during the Iranian Revolution, to starting out at Cedars Sinai, to adopting one of her patients' daughters, to beating breast cancer, Dr. A shares her own story throughout the episode; trust me, you'll want to tune in. Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allypetitti?lang=en Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allypetitti/ Al P's Three: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/27My1AtDVYwrb7kM0Ilqm2?si=2a70434127aa4519&nd=1 Host: Ally Petitti Producer/Editor: Eliza Laycock Research: Jillian Himmelwright

Jax Taylor joins Trying To Figure It Out this week to discuss all things Vanderpump Rules. The show has been everywhere lately after the news broke that Tom Sandoval had an affair with Raquel Leviss; Jax shares his perspective on Scandoval and what his relationship is like with Tom right now. You'll also hear about Jax's time on the show and how his life has changed in the past two years. Tune in to find out if he's coming back to VPR next season.

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TTFIO is back!! I'm so ready to kick off Season 2 and I have so many exciting things in store for you.

In this solo episode, you'll hear all about what I've been up to recently and how I've been beating the winter blues (spoiler alert: lots of Disney trips). I take a deep dive into the black hole that is my bag and together we discover all of the things that have been lost to its depths.

At the end, we flip the script and I take the hot seat to answer 23 questions for 2023. You'll learn everything from my favorite restaurants in New York and LA to my celebrity crush to my ultimate all-time Al P's Three.

Welcome back. This is only the beginning.

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