We had a great conversation with Celebrity Stylist Carly Bethel From Vol. II Hair Studio in Nashville on The Chris & Sandy Show. We talked about so many things from her passion for hair, her vision, how she got to where she is today, she told some great stories to a whole lot more! Vol. II Hair Studio, Nashville, Tennessee’s newest hair studio, blends upscale flair fit for a celebrity with warm and welcoming Southern hospitality to give you your red carpet moment every day. Owner Carly Bethel, a nationally renowned hairstylist, has traveled the world styling celebrities such as Sophia Bush, Marianna Hewitt, Jenna Dewan, Lucy Hale, Chrissy Teigen, Priyanka Chopra, Olivia Culpo, and Bella Hadid. Carly grew up in beautiful Boise, Idaho and she followed her dreams to Southern California where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in Marketing, attended Cosmetology school at Vidal Sassoon and moved on to assist world-renowned celebrity hairstylists. She is a hairstylist with a deep passion for all things hair and has now built a celebrity and influencer clientele of her own. Carly specializes in haircutting, styling and hair extensions in addition to her freelance set work. Working with some of the most influential celebrities in the industry requires that Carly is on the cutting edge with the newest trends and best techniques for all of her clients. Carly specializes in haircutting, styling and hair extensions in addition to her freelance set work. As a new mom, Carly understands how precious self-care is. She believes you deserve the hair that you have always dreamt of. She is not only passionate about helping you achieve your look but also how best to maintain your style between salon visits! When she is not chasing her dreams or her toddler, you will find her hiking, listening to podcasts, or catching the sunset with her husband and a Mezcal Margarita! Now, let’s talk about your hair dreams! carlyxhair.com/

We had a great conversation with Mark Manfield Owner of Lorimar Winery on The Chris & Sandy Show. We talked about his story, how Lorimar Winery got started, some tips for having wine with Thanksgiving plus a whole lot more! Lorimar Winery, one of California’s leading award winning wineries Founder Mark Manfield lorimarwinery.com shares this holiday season that many people pair the WRONG wines with their holiday meals and feasts, to better enjoy your holiday meals, and desserts, you need to pair the correct wines with your holidays meals and desserts. What began as a long-time dream for brothers-in-law Lawrie Lipton and Mark Manfield, came to fruition with the opening of Lorimar Vineyards and Winery. In fact, the name Lorimar itself was formed by combining Lawrie and Mark’s first names. A unique winery concept was formed through the combination of their shared passion for music, experiences in hospitality, and culinary and performing arts. The journey began in 2009 with the opening of Lorimar’s Old Town location, a placeholder while the Wine Country location was under construction. In May 2012, Lawrie and Mark, along with hundreds of local residents and guests, celebrated the grand opening of Lorimar Winery, a Tuscan-style winery in the heart of the Temecula Valley. Featuring breathtaking views of Mount Palomar and the Santa Ana Mountains, Lorimar is the perfect picturesque setting to enjoy live music, local artwork, gourmet food, and award-winning wine. Lorimar Winery has a distinct personality which is built around the perfect combination of wine and music.

We had a great conversation with Actress Paris Bravo. We talked about so many things from family, acting, martial arts, stunts, sacrifices, she told some really great stories to a whole lot more! Paris Bravo is an Actress, holds 2nd Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, Stunt Kid and Dancer. Paris stars in Christmas vs The Walters as Abby Walters-with Shawnee Smith and Dean Winters out nationwide Nov 5,2021 & VOD Nov 26th. BAD Therapy as "Zooey" with Alicia Silverstone, Rob Corddry and Haley Joe Osment coming to theaters in April 2020. Paris played "Young Julie" in Between Worlds with Nicolas Cage and Franka Potente. She has also co-starred as Gabby Birch - Henry Danger (Nickelodeon). Paris is currently working on a new feature film, Til Death Do Us Part as “Zoe”. Disney Dream Big Disney Campaign, Karate Princess, Several TV Shows, Commercials and Music Videos - Paris has also been able to also perform Stunt work on: Vindicta and Resurgence. Paris talents range: Actress, Model, Stunts & falls, Body Double,  Voice Over, Martial Artist, Weapons (Sword, Kamas, Bo, Nun-Chucks and  Board Breaking) MMA/BJJ, Kick Boxing, Parkour, Dancer, Singer and  Instruments (Piano, Cello and Guitar). Favorite color: Green  Favorite food: Chinese and Italian  Loves to watch football and play at the beach! Paris noticed that she was mixing up her letters and numbers - trouble concentrating, always having to be busy and on the go at all times. She was not doing well in school at first. Her parents thought that there might be something wrong or a learning disability. We also figured on her out growing these issues as it happens often with children. Because her older siblings were in Martial Arts at an early age, Paris also followed suit.  It was at this point that Paris began her love of martial arts at age 5 and started competing at age 6. Paris enjoyed competing in sparring, forms, weapons and extreme forms over 3 years across the country. She has won several national grand championships with her hard work and dedication to her craft. Paris was initially inspired by her idol Caitlin Dechelle at a tournament on the Grand Stage. Paris at the age of 6 said: "I want to train hard to be as good as her". Our family researched and found that Ms. DeCehelle trained under Mike Chat at XMA World Headquarters in North Hollywood, CA. As a family we decided to leave Orlando, so Paris could train under the most innovative instructor in the business. With the knowledge, training and power that Paris has gained through Martial Arts, Stunts, Acrobatics, Weapons, and Fight Choreography training with Mr. Chat it has catapulted Paris into acting, modeling and stunts. But most importantly has progressively given Paris increased control, concentration and discipline needed to overcome her learning disability. Paris obtained her 2nd degree black belt in traditional Tae Kwon Do in 2015.

We had a great conversation with Jessie G on The Chris & Sandy Show. This one got heavy as we talked about her 2 miscarriages (She's about to have a baby now), her son Rainbow Lullaby, how Covid affected her, she told some amazing stories to a whole lot more! “Sometimes true musical talent just cannot be denied, even when it’s found in the sleepy fishing town of Brookings, Oregon,” says Grammy award winning artist Gretchen Wilson about Jessie G, the first outside artist signed to Wilson’s Redneck Records. Jessie’s heritage spans across four generations of commercial fishermen, and she spent much of her childhood aboard the hand-built family boat; searching for Dungeness crab and albacore tuna, and then selling their catch at the market and in their family restaurant. Hard work runs in her blood. “From an early stage, I was able to support my dream of pursuing music with the money I earned working as a baiter on our fishing boat or selling our fresh catch at the Farmer’s Market,” Jessie remembers. “But I always knew that music was the end-game. It has always been my number one passion.” It’s doubtful, however, that Jessie knew that entering a Battle of the Bands contest, through which she won an opening slot on Gretchen’s Portland tour date, would literally change her entire trajectory. Upon hearing her sing, Gretchen invited her onto her tour bus and urged Jessie to begin the journey that every young country singer-songwriter must embark upon — she moved to Nashville. Jessie immersed herself fully into writing, teaming with some of Nashville’s best, and spent countless hours in the studio working on her sound. Discovering the true art of songwriting under the watchful eye of Gretchen and her multi-talented friends and collaborators, Jessie realized the true depth of what she wanted to say. “These new songs have helped me find my voice and who I am, both in the writing room and in the studio. This has been one of the biggest growing experiences both personally and in my career.” Jessie says. With Jessie G signed as a Redneck Records artist, Gretchen Wilson now serves as co-writer, collaborator, producer, label head, tour mate and friend. The release of Jessie’s self-titled EP comes on the heels of her highly successful debut single, “Army Ranger,” which has made a loud statement on radio worldwide and with the heartfelt music video, which debuted on national networks like CMT, GAC, The Country Network and more, and has amassed well over a million video views online. The song’s success has built Jessie a devoted audience among the military community and beyond. This EP release will preface a full album release, coming in the Fall. “The fishing industry is closely related to the music industry,” Jessie says. “Working on a fishing boat toughens you up. And the harder you work, the more likely you’ll create a big payoff.”

We had a great conversation with Actress / Host / Author & Fitness Expert Brooke Burke on The Chris & Sandy Show. WOW, this is one for the books! What an amazing conversation we had with Brooke. We talked about many things from her partnership with BEMER, family, entertainment, sacrifices, she told some really great stories including one she never told before! She also did something that stunned Sandy & I, you'll see as you watch! Brooke Burke is a television host, cancer survivor, entrepreneur, fitness educator, philanthropist, podcaster and women’s health advocate who has been thriving in Hollywood for decades. The title she holds dearest, however, is that of mother to her four children – Neriah (21) and Sierra (19) Fischer and Heaven (14) and Shaya (13) Charvet. Brooke has held numerous successful network television jobs and high-profile brand partnerships. In 2008, Brooke became the champion of Dancing with the Stars (DWTS) season 7 which she later parlayed into a co-hosting job that she would hold for eight seasons. Some of her other notable credits include producing and hosting the award-winning Saturday morning educational show Hidden Heroes, hosting TV Land’s branded content series I Dare You, and, most recently, co-hosting the iHeartRadio podcast Intimate Knowledge. Constantly seeking creative ways to engage, inspire, and motivate women and men everywhere. After successfully launching her fitness career with a Sony DVD series and several partnerships with Guthy-Renker, Brooke launched her VIP Malibu Booty BURN class as well as female transformation retreats nationwide. A born nurturer and motivator, Brooke became a certified breathwork teacher to help further her knowledge of whole-body wellness and, in 2019, created Brooke Burke Body (BB Body) – a mindful wellness app designed to Sweat Smart by working out from the comfort and safety of home. Dedicated to helping everyBODY make health and wellness a priority, BB Body is the mindful digital gym. Brooke produces and choreographs all of the workouts to be done at home, without equipment, for every fitness level, and in increments of 5-to-50 minutes to fit every schedule. In just two short years, the app has grown substantially and is now available in all app stores as well as Apple TV, Amazon Fire, Roku, Samsung Smartcast and Vizio Smartcast. Brooke is the author of two books: a biography entitled The Naked Mom: A Modern Mom's Fearless Revelations, Savvy Advice, and Soulful Reflections (Penguin Random House, 2011) and Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Joy of Less (Simon & Schuster, 2016). She also launched and remains Co-CEO of the premiere destination for moms, ModernMom.com, part of SheMedia’s Lifestyle Partner Network. A trusted resource for women everywhere, Brooke has graced the cover of countless fitness, fashion, and lifestyle magazines including Fitness, Health, Ladies’ Home Journal, Prevention, Redbook, Shape and many more. Brooke remains one of social media’s “moms to follow” with nearly 4 million dedicated followers. For more Brooke, visit BrookeBurke.com follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. For the latest information on Brooke Burke Body, follow the brand on Instagram and TikTok.

We had a great conversation with Actress | Producer | Entrepreneur Lisa Durupt on The Chris & Sandy Show.. We talked about many things from family, marriage, acting, sacrifices to a whole lot more! Durupt will next be seen in the film Time for Them to Come Home for Christmas alongside Jessy Schram and Brendan Penny. Executive produced by Blake Shelton, it is a continuation of the “Time For” movies inspired by his 2012 song, “Time for Me to Come Home.” The movie will premiere as part of the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Miracles of Christmas slate on November 27th. Durupt has made a name for herself as a fan-favorite on Hallmark Channel and has co-starred in various movies for the network with Nikki DeLoach including The Perfect Catch, A Dream of Christmas, and Reunited at Christmas. She also brought her talent to the crime series The Chronicle Mysteries as Gina DeSavio. The movies, which also star Alison Sweeney, aired on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.

We had a great conversation with Neily Boyd from Counting With Kids on The Metro Buzz. We talked about how kids learn, making it fun, business, family, sacrifices, she told some great stories to a whole lot more! Counting With Kids is built on a belief that high-quality education information should be available to all families and that mathematical literacy is a necessary life skill. With more than twelve years working in math education, Counting With Kids founder Neily Boyd, understands math education from multiple perspectives. In her experience as a math teacher, curriculum specialist, and, most recently, Director of Math for six elementary and middle schools, Boyd has helped more than 100 math teachers from kindergarten through eighth grade develop and refine their understanding of how to teach math. Now, Boyd helps thousands of parents bring math into their homes through her work with Counting With Kids. While working as Director of Math, Boyd noticed a disconnect for many students between the math skills they were learning in their classrooms and how those skills applied to their lives outside of school. Knowing that there were not widely available resources for parents about math at home, Boyd started Counting With Kids in March 2019. Her purpose is to provide parents of young children with high-quality, research-based information for incorporating math at home. She found the most practical way to do this is through comprehensive, yet simple activities that fit into families’ everyday routines. During the last two years, the response from parents has been tremendous. The rapid growth of the Counting With Kids Instagram page, with over 30,000 followers, makes it clear that there is a need to continue providing resources for parents as their children grow and move into more complex math classes. In July 2021, Boyd is launching Math Companions, which are online communities for parents with preschool and kindergarten-age students. These communities function as a hub for parents seeking resources and expertise explaining the math children should be learning at each developmental step, why it’s important, and how they can offer support at home. Math Companions will add another grade level of content each school year.

We had a great conversation with Actress Ava Kolker from Disney's Sydney To The Max on The Chris & Sandy Show. We Talked about so many things from family, acting, music, sacrifices, she told some great stories to a whole lot more! Be sure to stream her new single "Who do you think you are" on all platforms too! As a California native, Ava Kolker has been acting one way or another from the time she could walk and talk. Her first screen role came on the first season of "American Horror Story" at the age of four. Since then, Ava has worked on a lot different movies both indie and studio films, national commercials, a multitude of television shows, including her major guest star recurring role on all three seasons of the Emmy nominated Disney television series, "Girl Meets World", and most recently her series regular role on "Sydney to the Max" where she has played Olive for 3 seasons. Ava's career has been very diverse in the types of roles she has been able to deliver successfully. Her movie career started when she was cast out of hundreds of children at 5 years old to play a supporting lead as Kate Beckinsale's unhappy daughter, Augie in the drama "Trials of Cate McCall". Ava's first comedy role came when she worked on "Scary Movie 5" as Lily, which spoofs the horror flick "Mama". More recently Ava played major supporting roles in the horror movie franchise, Insidious the Last key and in the feature film "Manifest West". Ava not only does live acting work on film, television, and commercials, but she booked her first voice-over animation role for the feature film, "Red Shoes and the Seven Dwarfs". In addition, Ava models fashion by walking runways and even performs musical theatre. She also goes to charity events and gives back as much as she receives especially to animal charities since Ava is an avid dog lover. Ava has been nominated for both the 2016 Young Artist Awards and the Young Entertainer Awards. Ava won Best Actress in the Guest Star category aged 9 and under at the Young Entertainer Awards for her amazingly comedic and dramatic efforts in Disney's "Girl Meets World". When not acting, Ava enjoys the outdoors such as playing tennis, hiking, swimming and going to the beach. She continues to grow as an actress without losing the natural spark of a child who loves her life, her pets and her family most of all.