Jenna Hermans Shares Her “Chaos to Calm” Parenthood Guide
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Jenna Hermans Shares Her “Chaos to Calm” Parenthood Guide

Jenna Hermans, author of “Chaos to Calm”, shares how she hopes to help other parents stay calm throughout their busy lives by prioritizing mental and physical health. With a master’s degree in organizational management, over a decade of running Human Resources, and five years of running a preschool, Jenna has discovered the “Five Pillars of Calm” and her book is the ultimate guide for busy parents.

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Bessie Badilla
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Bessie Badilla

Filipina icon Bessie Badilla is a woman of many passions. Ever since she was a little girl, Bessie has had a deeply rooted love for the arts. In her adult life, Bessie has taken on modeling, dancing, producing, singing, and publishing. She has explored almost every inch of the arts and is excited for the world of opportunities that awaits her. 

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Evanthia Theodoru
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Evanthia Theodoru

In pursuit of her dreams, Evanthia moved to Nashville over a year ago to pursue her music career. She keeps a daily journal and imbues her song lyrics and performances with personal experience, tapping into the emotions that have brought her this far. Her unique style and spirit infuse every song she writes and performs, making her music more relatable and authentic.

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Sevier Crespo
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Sevier Crespo

My cultural background has actually has been giving me power and strength just from knowing who I am, where I come from, and knowing what my culture and heritage are like. It’s created a self-guardrail or kind of support and stability of my own that has allowed me to be true to myself, which has helped me to be true to others in both work and life in general. It’s unique. I stand out as myself because of being aware of my cultural background. I don’t conform to a standard or average environment very quickly, which has helped me get to where I am because people appreciate authenticity and uniqueness and self-appreciation.

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Callie Johnson
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Callie Johnson

“As I’ve gotten older and continued to hone my craft, I’ve realized the importance of cultivating meaningful connections with others, and most importantly, with myself. So much of my work as an artist derives from the time I invest in being an authentic, whole hearted human being. I think it is an absolutely crucial part of being an effective storyteller.”

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The Top Ten Unique Restaurant Experiences in Los Angeles
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The Top Ten Unique Restaurant Experiences in Los Angeles

Los Angeles is a unique city, home of the Hollywood stars, Dodgers Stadium, Malibu beaches, endless mountain views, and more. However, what truly makes LA special is the endless array of restaurants, each offering unique cuisine. Many of these local restaurants come with unique experiences, whether that is soaking in a city view from a rooftop, dining beside the water, or enjoying authentic cuisine surrounded by the city’s history.

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Elizabeth Pipko
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Elizabeth Pipko

Introducing model-turned-activist, Elizabeth Pipko. Elizabeth discusses her career as a model, her activism within the body positivity movement and movement against anti-semitism. She is a recent masters graduate of UPenn and is pursuing culinary school.

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Thomas Orlina
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Thomas Orlina

Thomas Orlina is a Filipino-American Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, host, producer, and mental health advocate. He first garnered media attention from his YouTube series, “Your Time With Thomas” and has released several pop songs available on Apple Music, Spotify, and all streaming platforms. Orlina has been working in the entertainment industry for over a decade, having worked at various studios, red-carpet events, and in production. Known for his impactful social media presence, Thomas continues to evolve as a content creator and advocates for change with a focus on mental health, diversity, and inclusion with features on CNN, Forbes, GLAAD, and other prominent publications worldwide. 

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The Rise of “Quiet Luxury”
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The Rise of “Quiet Luxury”

If your social media feeds look anything like mine have for the past few months, there is a high likelihood you have seen an incline in “quiet luxury.” This increasingly popular fashion trend fosters a high level of class and elegance, and is described as discrete, simple, and lowkey. Although less busy than recent trends, it still isn’t considered minimalism. As many people have begun to revert to basics after over consuming and participating in all the “maximalist” trends, people are starting to develop a deeper understanding of the idea that “less is more.”

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Brian Keith Thompson
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Brian Keith Thompson

Brian Keith Thompson is the proprietor and Chief Piercing Officer of the world-famous Body Electric Tattoo, a Hollywood landmark situated on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles. Thompson provides service to a long list of Hollywood A-listers including Beyoncé, Ariana Grande, Kendall Jenner, Cardi B, Adele, Christina Aguilera, Lizzo, Doja Cat, Shawn Mendes, Chrissy Teigen, Emma Stone, Megan Thee Stallion, Jennifer Lawrence, and Cynthia Erivo — to name a few.

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Then and Now: 6 Trends That Have Made a Huge Comeback
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Then and Now: 6 Trends That Have Made a Huge Comeback

As we constantly change the way we dress, trends are constantly going out of style, but eventually make their way back in. Recently, the trend cycle has been moving at a significantly faster pace than we have ever seen before, resulting in the oversaturation of fast fashion. Now, more than ever, we have been diverting back to trends that were already popular 10, 20, 40, and even hundreds of years ago! Although they are making a return, it is not necessarily in the same way we have seen in the past.

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Meet the Man of the Moment: Jermaine Crawford
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Meet the Man of the Moment: Jermaine Crawford

Meet the man of the moment, Jermaine Crawford, the creator of the brand new HBO Max show, Unfriendly Black Hotties, and learn more about his journey as a writer and entertainer. Interested in imitating life in his art forms, Jermaine incorporates his experience as an actor into his writing; creating unique character arcs and and emphasis representing the untold stories of BIPOC.

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Paige Mobley
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Paige Mobley

“I’ve always wanted to be an entertainer. My earliest memories include performing for my family and in community theater. It’s been a lifelong dream.”

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