When Jay-Z rapped "in the kitchen like a Simmons whipping Pastry" about their family business in "Empire State of Mind" Angela Simmons knew she made it. She sits down with her brother Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good podcast to reveal what really happened behind the scenes of Run's House, how she and Vanessa Simmons built the Pastry empire that got Jay-Z's attention, and why Rev Run saying "no" became her biggest motivation. In this unfiltered sibling conversation, Angela opens up about her breakup with Yo Gotti and why she's drawn to certain kinds of men. JoJo hints that she has a type, leading to honest talk about dating patterns and relationships. She also gets real about the unique challenges of raising her son as a single mother and the childhood body image insecurities that JoJo admits he contributed to by calling her "fat" during arguments. Angela also recalls the exact moment she realized she was famous - standing in Times Square after Run's House aired when someone asked for her picture. She and JoJo also break down the pressures of being from a successful family and why having famous parents actually makes it harder, not easier. Also: Pastry outselling Jordan Brand at Foot Locker Body transformation from insecurity to fitness obsession Plant-based lifestyle and wellness routines for mental health Why Simmons kids don't get handouts despite the famous name…
Andrea von Kampen hosts a biweekly discussion with inspiring women who are succeeding in their fields. Andrea explores topics like the road to Broadway, publishing a cookbook, directing films, writing music, training at Julliard, starting a non-profit, traveling the world, and so much more.
Andrea von Kampen hosts a biweekly discussion with inspiring women who are succeeding in their fields. Andrea explores topics like the road to Broadway, publishing a cookbook, directing films, writing music, training at Julliard, starting a non-profit, traveling the world, and so much more.
In this special bonus episode, I chat with Alexander Jeffery, Paul Petersen, and Joel Froome. We sat down to answer fan questions about the recently released film, "A Chance Encounter." The film is distributed by Samuel Goldwyn and is available now in select theaters and for VOD in North America.
Sojourner Brown joins me this week on the final episode of season 1. Sojourner is an actor, singer, writer, and Broadway performer based in NYC. She most recently joined the cast of Hadestown, and has also worked for Disney, NBC, and ABC!
This week I chat with one of my best friends and NYC-based soprano, Meredith Wohlgemuth. We discuss what it was like to move to New York City, graduate from The Juilliard School, and audition during the pandemic.
In this week's episode, I chat with Lincoln's own, Abigail E. Penner. Abigail is a successful illustrator and small business owner who has set herself apart by creating her own unique world of monsters and storytelling.
Letura Idigima is a photographer based in Lincoln, NE, and the founder of the non-profit, Art Bus LNK. We discuss how she got into photography, and how that lead to her creating a mobile non-profit that supports and fosters art for the youth of Lincoln, NE.
Mari Sandvær Kreken is half of the Spellemann-winning (Norwegian Grammy) Norwegian folk duo, Darling West. In this episode, we chat about what it's like being a musician living in Norway, touring internationally, and how Mari & Darling West got their start.
My good friend and fellow songwriter, Ira Wolf, joins me today on the podcast. We dig into how Ira got started in music, her experiences touring nationally and internationally, Van Life, her time in Morocco, and her upcoming studio album!
This week's episode is with the award-winning Brazillian-American director and producer, Elena Gaby. We discuss how she became a film producer & director, and the impact of telling meaningful stories through film including stories of undocumented immigrants, gun violence, and the world's first "cyborgs."…
In this episode, I speak with Broadway singer and Americana songwriter, Jane Bruce. I met Jane while performing in New York City and we hit it off immediately. We chat about how she moved to NYC after graduating from the University of Michigan, got onto broadway, began her acting career, and her recent album release.…
This week I chat with the nationally acclaimed baker and owner of Goldenrod Pastries, Angela Garbacz. Angela has been called one of the "most innovative women in food and drink" by Food & Wine, she has been featured in Forbes, Tasting Table, Food Republic, Martha Stewart Living, New York Magazine, Radio Cherry Bombe, and other outlets.…
This week I sit down with my good friend and fellow singer-songwriter, Molly Parden. We chat about songwriting, touring, and our general creative process.
This teaser episode highlights four conversations from upcoming episodes featuring Angela Garbacz, Molly Parden, Elena Gaby, and Jane Bruce. Conversations include baking, songwriting, filmmaking, and acting on Broadway.