This week on "Smiling Faces: The Podcast", Victoria and Jess are serving up laughs, real talk, and a splash of prosecco wisdom. They dish on what it really takes to live your best life—budgeting for dreams, dodging bad vibes outside the LA bubble, and finding your people (preferably at a drag brunch with bottomless mimosas). From fiscal sponsorships and filmmaker hacks to the brilliance of Ryan Coogler’s industry glow-up, they break it all down with their signature charm. Expect candid stories, a few mic drops on racism and homophobia, and some tips on surviving the wild ride of the entertainment world—while keeping your lashes on and your cocktail full.

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Produced by: @thetrubigmike & @defiantlymeprod

This week on "Smiling Faces: The Podcast", Jess, Victoria, and Producer Mike mix dating drama with production planning—because love and filmmaking both require good timing, clear goals, and a solid backup plan!

They swap stories about relationship rollercoasters and behind-the-scenes chaos, drawing surprising parallels between managing a set and navigating a situationship. From playful chatter about hair and dating hacks to real talk on deal breakers and dream partners, it’s a blend of laughs and life lessons.

Victoria and Jess dive into manifesting love, building connection, and the magic of support (both on set and in life). And of course, they wrap it all up with their favorite smiling faces moments—those little joys that make everything worth it. Tune in for heart, humor, and some seriously good vibes!

This week on "Smiling Faces: The Podcast", Victoria, Jess, and Producer Mike get real about dating, heartbreak, and the wild ride of bringing their podcast and web series to life. They dish on the creative process, the magic (and madness) of collaboration, and the unexpected lessons love throws our way.

Jess opens up about her courageous journey—navigating a toxic marriage, finding the strength to walk away, and rebuilding her life in L.A. With the help of friends, legal support, and a whole lot of resilience, she turns pain into power. The crew dives into the importance of community, the healing magic of storytelling, and the surprising joys that come with starting over. It’s an episode filled with raw truths, inspiring comebacks, and the reminder that even after the storm, there’s plenty of sunshine ahead. Don’t miss it!

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SmilingFaces.com

Make sure you connect with us @SmilingFaces_Series over on instagram or @SmilingFaces_Series on TikTok!

Facebook: @SmilingFacesSeries

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Produced by: @thetrubigmike & @defiantlymeprod