Tallulah Willis...on self-compassion, recovery, and letting in love

Paloma Elsesser is a supermodel and advocate for inclusivity in the fashion industry (and beyond). Winner of the British Fashion Council's 2023 Model of the Year award, Paloma is a trailblazer who uses her platform to challenge beauty standards and promote self-acceptance. You can follow Paloma on Instagram @palomija --- Executive Producer: Gurls Talk, Inc. Host: Adwoa Aboah Guest: Paloma ElsesserProducer: Wicked Child StudioProducer: Hailey Rovner MalachEditor: Morgan MuseProduction Assistant: Ginger Roberts Composer: Mikey Long This podcast is generously supported by Jo Malone London 

Holly Madison is a model, television personality, and New York Times bestselling author. She gained fame for her role in the reality show "The Girls Next Door," showcasing life at the Playboy Mansion. Beyond her entertainment career, Holly is an advocate for body positivity and recently shared her late in life autism diagnosis with the world. Follow Holly on Instagram @hollymadisonFollow Holly on TikTok @hollyjeanmadison You can watch Holly on the Investigation Discovery series "Lethally Blonde" and you can listen to Holly (and Bridgette!) on their podcast "Girls Next Level: Podcast." --- Executive Producer: Gurls Talk, Inc. Host: Adwoa Aboah Guest: Holly Madison Producer: Wicked Child Studio Producer: Hailey Rovner Malach Editor: Morgan Muse Production Assistant: Ginger RobertsComposer: Mikey Long Special thanks to Jo Malone London for their generous support of the podcast. 

​​**This episode of the Gurls Talk podcast discusses sensitive topics surrounding suicide and the experience of losing a loved one to suicide. While we aim to provide a supportive space for these conversations, we recognize that they may be distressing for some listeners. It's important to remember that help is available. In the United States, you can reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. For support in the UK, you can contact the National Suicide Prevention Helpline at 0800 689 5652. If you or someone you know is struggling, please don't hesitate to reach out to a friend, family member, loved one, coach, counselor, or seek professional help.Remember, you are not alone.**R;pple Suicide Prevention was founded in 2021 by Alice Hendy after she tragically lost her only sibling, Josh, to suicide. Josh had been searching for techniques to take his own life through harmful internet searches. Witnessing the lack of appropriate support available online, Alice was inspired to take action and R;pple was born. You can learn more about R;pple by heading to www.ripplesuicideprevention.com --- Executive Producer: Gurls Talk, Inc. Host: Adwoa AboahGuest: Alice HendyProducer: Wicked Child StudioProducer: Hailey Rovner MalachProduction Assistant: Ginger Roberts Editor: Morgan Muse Composer: Mikey Long Special thanks to Jo Malone London for their generous support of the podcast. 

Zoe Terakes (they/he) is a non-binary and trans masculine Australian actor best known for their roles in the movie "Talk To Me" and the TV series "Nine Perfect Strangers." Zoe will join the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the first trans actor in the Disney+ series "Ironheart." Including being an incredible actor, Zoe is a champion for queer representation in the media and has become a prominent voice in the entertainment industry. Their work not only entertains but also inspires audience to think critically about important social issues. You can follow Zoe on Instagram @zoeterakes. --- Executive Producer: Gurls Talk, Inc. Host: Adwoa Aboah Guest: Zoe Terakes Producer: Wicked Child StudioProducer: Hailey Rovner Malach Editor: Morgan Muse Production Assistant: Ginger Roberts Composer: Mikey LongSpecial thanks to Jo Malone London for their generous support of the podcast. 

10 years ago Tally and Adwoa met in recovery. 10 years later Tally and Adwoa reconnect again at The Jo Malone Townhouse to discuss their recovery journey, the challenges they've encountered, and what they've learned along the way. Talitha Fosh is a qualified psychotherapist who primarily works with addiction. She is nine years clean from alcohol and drugs, and a recovered anorexic. Talitha has worked in an addiction rehab centre, as well as with clients in her own private practice, Therapised. Tally's debut book HOOKED is available in the UK on May 14, 2024. You can follow Tally on Instagram @therapised. --- Executive Producer: Gurls Talk, Inc. Host: Adwoa Aboah Guest: Talitha Fosh Live Event Producer: Eve Swayland Producer: Wicked Child StudioProducer: Hailey Rovner MalachEditor: Tiernan Dixon Editor: Morgan Muse Production Assistant: Ginger Roberts  Special thanks to Jo Malone London Townhouse for their generous support of the podcast. 

Born to Hollywood icons Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, Tallulah Willis was raised in the glare of the spotlight, a reality that shaped her upbringing in profound ways.As a kid Tallulah faced vicious online bullying that impacted her mental health and led to the development of a years long eating disorder. Today Tallulah uses her platform to shed light on the challenges she's faced in an effort to reduce stigma and promote greater understanding and support for others. You can follow Tallulah on Instagram @buuski -- Executive Producer: Gurls Talk, Inc. Host: Adwoa AboahGuest: Tallulah Willis Producer: Wicked Child StudioProducer: Hailey Rovner MalachProduction Assistant: Ginger RobertsEditor: Morgan MuseComposer: Mikey Long This podcast is generously supported by Jo Malone London. 

Our dear friend Julia Samuel is here! Julia is a celebrated psychotherapist specializing in grief, who has spent the last three decades working with bereaved families.Julia is a three-time bestseller of the books Grief Works, This Too Shall Pass, and her latest book Every Family Has a Story. She is the host of the acclaimed podcast Therapy Works and the developer of the app Grief Works: Self-care & Love that helps users navigate grief after the death of a loved one. You can follow also Julia on Instagram @juliasamuelmbe In this episode we discuss: SobrietyThe silence around generational traumaFinding resilience in the face of painAnd Julia Samuel answers Gurls Talk community questions ---Executive Producer: Gurls Talk, Inc. Host: Adwoa Aboah Guest: Julia Samuel Producer: Wicked Child StudioProducer: Hailey Rovner MalachProduction Assistant: Ginger RobertsEditor: Morgan Muse Composer: Mikey Long Special thanks to Jo Malone London. 

Freida Pinto is a critically-acclaimed actress, a mother, a women's and human rights activist, and entrepreneur. Today we discuss... pregnancy loss, what people don't tell you about postpartum (but should), the guilt that comes with being a mother and having a career, prioritizing your mental health (no matter what), and what its like to be an entrepreneur... You can follow Freida on Instagram @freidapinto and you can learn more about Anya but heading to www.thisisanya.com--- Executive Producer: Gurls Talk, Inc. Host: Adwoa Aboah Guest: Freida Pinto Producer: Wicked Child StudioProducer: Hailey Rovner MalachProduction Assistant: Ginger RobertsEditor: Morgan Muse Composer: Mikey LongSpecial thanks to Jo Malone London for their generous support of the podcast. 

Catherine Hardwicke is an iconic American filmmaker  best known for capturing the reality of the teenage experience on screen - from Twilight to Lords of Dogtown.  Today we're reflecting on the cultural impact of Catherine's directorial debut "Thirteen" -- which was released over twenty years ago in 2003.  Co-written with Nikki Reed,  "Thirteen" is a poignant and raw portrayal of adolescence, focusing on the turbulent life of a thirteen-year-old girl named Tracy. The film delves into Tracy's descent into rebellion and self-destructive behavior after she befriends a troubled peer, exploring themes of peer pressure, family dysfunction, and the search for identity in the midst of adolescence. In this episode we discuss: The cultural impact of "Thirteen" Depicting mental health, self-harm, and girlhood on screen Euphoria Advice for aspiring filmmakers You can follow Catherine on Instagram @catherinehardwicke to keep up with hernewest projects.--- Host: Adwoa Aboah Guest: Catherine Hardwicke Executive Producer: Gurls Talk, Inc. Producer: Wicked Child Studio Producer: Hailey Rovner Malach Production Assistant: Ginger Roberts Editor: Morgan Muse Composer: Mikey Long 

Today we're talking about the opioid epidemic. 60 million people around the world struggle with opioid addiction and traditional methods of rehabilitation are failing our friends and family.In this episode you'll meet Sarah Laurel the founder of Savage Sisters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After recovering from substance use disorder, Sarah sought to build an organization that would provide thoughtful, trauma-informed resources for those recovering from substance use disorders. Sarah says "Our goal is to attack addiction ferociously with radical love through connection." Sarah is a force to be reckoned with, we hope you're as inspired by Sarah as we are. You can learn more about Savage Sisters by heading to: http://www.savagesisters.org/---- Executive Producer, Gurls Talk, Inc. Producer, Wicked Child Studio Producer: Hailey Rovner MalachProduction Assistant: Ginger RobertsEditor: Morgan Muse Music composed by Mikey Long