From Grief to Grit: How Erica Bazerkanian Turned Tragedy Into a Mission of Resilience. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Erica Bazerkanian, founder of Bold and Zeal, a family-run lifestyle brand built on a foundation of resilience, purpose, and giving back. What started as a way to honor her father's memory has grown into a movement — 8 marathons, nearly $225,000 raised for the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, and a thriving brand with a mission to uplift others. Erica shares her deeply personal story of losing her 71-year-old father to a rare spinal cord stroke in 2016, and how that heartbreak fueled her journey into marathon running, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy. We also dive into the behind-the-scenes of running a true family business — where her husband leads design, her kids handle marketing, tech, social media, and photography, and every product carries a message of hope.🎯 In This Episode, We Cover: • The origin story of Bold and Zeal and how the name honors family legacy • Erica's father's battle with a rare spinal cord stroke and the lessons in resilience • How she went from "one and done" to running 8 marathons for the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation • The power of purpose in navigating grief • Behind-the-scenes of building a family business with her husband and four kids • Sustainable fashion: using deadstock materials to reduce landfill waste • Marathon training tips — the run/walk method, strength training & injury prevention • Why creativity flows when you're running (and how to capture those ideas) • Nutrition, wellness, and retraining yourself back to healthy habits • The magic of connecting at Heather Mariannas Oscars Gifting Suite at Cameo Beverly Hills 💬 Memorable Quotes: "The only workout you will regret is the one that you don't do." "Opportunity lives in every step forward." "Rise Relentless. Live Bold."

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❤️ Support the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation: https://www.christopherreeve.org/ 🤝 Special thanks to Heather Marianna & Raffi Bazerkanian for the connection that made this episode possible!

What happens when a Greek-American mathematician trades the classroom for the red carpet, the bodybuilding stage, and Hollywood's biggest reality shows? You get Athena Vas — and this conversation is proof that living in your "era" is a choice. In this episode, host Mike Cormier sits down with Athena Vas — six-time fit model champion, two-time bestselling author, winner of The Bachelor, star of Jimmy Kimmel's Hulu series Got To Get Out, founder of the Hollywood Diva clothing line, and now a first-time feature film producer. Athena opens up about becoming a full-time caretaker for her parents, chasing her dreams unapologetically after their passing, and why she believes helping people be happier is the antidote to a divided world.From cracking the code on fitness and nutrition, to why she juggles three and four jobs to fund her vision, to the raw truth about grief, discipline, mentorship, and self-belief — Athena delivers real talk backed by a lifetime of receipts.

📚 CONNECT WITH ATHENA VAS: • Instagram / Socials: @IAmAthenaVas (all platforms) • Books: Effort — When You Want a Better Life & This Is My Era — The Blueprint → Available at: Barnes & Noble (in-store & online), Amazon, and Book Soup (West Hollywood) • Watch her on Hulu: Got To Get Out (produced by Jimmy Kimmel) • Clothing Line: Hollywood Diva (1D) • Booking / Speaking: team@athenavas.com

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In this episode, I sit down with powerhouse publicist Ophelia Soumekh — the founder of Desire PR and publisher of Eyes on Hollywood — for a candid conversation about breaking into the entertainment industry, building meaningful relationships, and running a thriving PR business without a traditional playbook. Ophelia shares the incredible story of how one bold moment at a water cooler with daytime TV expert Kim Douglas launched her career, and how she went on to book hundreds of segments across Good Day LA, Access Hollywood, Ellen, The Doctors, and more. We talk about her work with clients like Sean Kanan and Michelle Khanan, her coverage of everything from Oscar de la Renta galas to Warner Brothers red carpets, and why she believes in producing PR — not just pitching it. We also dive into the softer side of success: family, balance, and the challenge of unplugging when your clients span Dubai, London, and Thailand. Ophelia opens up about being a boy mom of three, her weekly Shabbat traditions, and how her husband taught her the art of leaving work at the door.In this episode, we cover: • How Ophelia broke into PR with zero formal training • The difference between traditional PR and producing PR • Working with Sean Kanan, Michelle Khanan & the Bodyman premiere • Building Eyes on Hollywood as a launchpad for emerging talent • The truth about toxic vs. healthy energy on TV sets • Shark Tank success stories & taking brands from garage to Sephora • Influencer culture vs. credentialed experts — finding the balance • Wellness, biohacking, peptides & the power of blending worlds • Boy-mom life, date nights & the importance of girl trips • What's next: Eyes on Hollywood going to TV & Desire PR expanding to AustraliaConnect with Ophelia Soumekh:

🌐 Website: https://eyesonhollywood.com

📸 Instagram: @eyesonhollywood_official

📸 Instagram: @opheliapr ✉️ Email: ophelia@desirepr.com

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In this episode of Inner Circle On Air, Mike sits down with the one and only Jimmy Coco — celebrity spray tan expert, founder of Jimmy Coco LA, and the man behind the glow of some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Jimmy opens up about his journey from being the first to create a mobile tanning business to becoming a trusted beauty expert for A-list clients around the world. He shares how he built his brand, what it’s like working with high-profile celebrities, and the pressure of staying at the top in the beauty industry. But this conversation goes much deeper than beauty. Jimmy gets candid about mental health, anxiety, trauma, medication, entrepreneurship, betrayal, trust, and the personal resilience it took to build his career while protecting his peace. This is an honest, inspiring conversation about success, wellness, self-awareness, and staying true to yourself in a world full of noise.

Studio: https://www.jimmycocospraytan.la

Sunless: https://jimmycoco.co.uk

Instagram: @jimmyjimmycoco

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In this powerful episode of The Inner Circle On Air, David Chokachi opens up like never before. From the upcoming Baywatch revival and his role in Body Man, to the brutal injuries, depression, recovery, and mindset shifts that changed his life, this conversation goes deep. David shares how tearing both Achilles, losing his spark, and fighting through isolation led him to biohacking, cold plunges, discipline, sunrise routines, and a completely new level of purpose. He also talks about using his platform for impact through Wings of Rescue, Surfrider Foundation, emergency response, and service to others. This is more than an actor interview — it’s a conversation about resilience, purpose, mental toughness, healing, faith, and what it really means to stay ready. If you’ve ever battled darkness, faced setbacks, or needed proof that there’s life on the other side of pain, this episode is for you. Featuring: David Chokachi on the Baywatch reboot Behind-the-scenes stories from Body Man Overcoming injury, depression, and isolation Biohacking, cold plunges, sunrise routines, and discipline Wings of Rescue, dog rescue flights, and living a life of service The mindset of always being ready Subscribe for more raw, real, and inspiring conversations on The Inner Circle On Air.

Instagram: @therealdavidchokachi

Website: https://davidchokachi.com/

Wings of Rescue: https://www.wingsofrescue.org/

Surfrider Fondation: https://www.surfrider.org/

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What happens when you grow up in Hollywood, carry deep family pain, lose people you love, and still have to find your way back to yourself? In this deeply honest episode of Inner Circle On Air, Shayne Lamas opens up about the reality behind the spotlight — from growing up in Malibu and stepping into Hollywood at a young age, to navigating family trauma, addiction, loss, motherhood, divorce, sobriety, spirituality, and healing. This is more than a celebrity interview. It’s a raw conversation about grief, survival, forgiveness, resilience, and what it really means to rediscover who you are after life breaks you open. Shayne shares powerful stories about her father Lorenzo Lamas, her experience with fame and reality TV, the emotional weight of family struggles, and the peace she found by choosing authenticity over image. If you’ve ever had to rebuild your life, heal from the past, or learn how to choose yourself again, this episode will stay with you. Listen now and step into the inner circle.

Instagram: @shaynelamas

TikTok: @shaynelamas

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In this powerful episode of Inner Circle On Air, Mike sits down with Cody Bobay — U.S. Navy veteran, actor, author, and founder of Soulcon — for a deep conversation on faith, suffering, masculinity, healing, and the human side of the men of the Bible. Cody shares the heart behind his new book, Memoirs of the Mighty Men, where he reimagines 68 men from Scripture through a deeply personal, emotionally honest lens. Instead of viewing biblical figures as untouchable heroes, Cody invites us to see them as human — flawed, wounded, tested, and relatable. Together, Mike and Cody explore the stories of David, Absalom, and Job, and discuss how empathy, curiosity, and compassion can help us better understand Scripture, ourselves, and each other. They also dive into Cody’s journey from the military to acting, the role of storytelling in changing lives, brotherhood, mental health, physical discipline, and the daily habits that help men fight darkness and live with purpose. If you’ve ever wrestled with pain, questioned your faith, or searched for meaning through struggle, this episode is for you.

Instagram: @codybobay

Soulcon: https://soulcon.com/

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In this episode of The Inner Circle On Air, we sit down with special guest Will Roberts — actor, keynote speaker, magician, creator, and Oppenheimer cast member — for a powerful conversation about the entertainment industry, AI, self-taping, vertical content, confidence, and mental health. Will shares his incredible journey through acting, talk radio, live performance, Cirque du Soleil, and film, while offering insight into how actors and creators can stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry. From the rise of vertical storytelling and content creation to protecting your voice and likeness in the age of AI, this episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and inspiration. We also dive into the importance of resilience, self-belief, meditation, mindset, and community — especially for artists navigating rejection, reinvention, and success. If you're an actor, creator, entrepreneur, or someone passionate about personal growth and the future of entertainment, this conversation is for you.

Website: https://actorwillroberts.com/

Claim My Face: https://claimmyface.com/

Instagram: @willrobertsofficial

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