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Marla Tellez on Motherhood, Media & Showing Up for Each Other
Marla Tellez on Motherhood, Media & Showing Up for Each Other

The transition to motherhood is perhaps one of life's most profound transformations, yet it's an experience that often feels impossible to fully prepare for, no matter how much advice you receive or how many books you read. For veteran broadcast journalist Marla Tellez, who has spent over a decade navigating the demanding world of morning television news, becoming a mother at 48 brought revelations that surprised even someone accustomed to high-pressure situations and unpredictable schedules…

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Lifestyle, LifeLynne Cohen FoundationLife, Lifestyle, Marla Tellez
Nailed It: Clean Beauty and the Power of Conscious Choices with CÔTE
Nailed It: Clean Beauty and the Power of Conscious Choices with CÔTE

The clean beauty movement has transformed from niche concern to mainstream demand, driven by consumers who increasingly understand that what we put on our bodies matters as much as what we put in them. At the forefront of this shift are Mary Lennon and Leah Yari, co-founders of CÔTE, a luxury clean beauty brand that began with a simple question: why can't you find a nail salon you can trust?

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Health, Fashion, Lifestyle, LifeLynne Cohen FoundationHealth, Beauty, Green Beauty
The Simple Beauty of Dear Annabelle: Building Connection Through Stationery with Founder Marcie Pantzer
The Simple Beauty of Dear Annabelle: Building Connection Through Stationery with Founder Marcie Pantzer

In an increasingly digital world, the art of handwritten correspondence has become both rare and precious. Marcie Pantzer, founder of the luxury stationery brand Dear Annabelle, has built her business on a simple yet profound principle: authentic human connection matters. Named after her daughter and rooted in the timeless tradition of letter writing, Dear Annabelle creates beautifully crafted note cards, notepads, and entertaining accessories that encourage people to slow down and connect with one another in meaningful ways.

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Founders, Fashion, LifestyleLynne Cohen FoundationLifestyle, Life
Designing with the Sky in Mind: Andrea Fohrman on Jewelry, Inspiration, and Balancing Creativity with Life
Designing with the Sky in Mind: Andrea Fohrman on Jewelry, Inspiration, and Balancing Creativity with Life

Some jewelry tells a story the moment you see it—each detail holding a memory, a vision, or a piece of the person who created it. Andrea Fohrman, the Los Angeles–based designer hailed as the “Celestial Queen” by Vogue, has built a career on capturing the beauty of the night sky and the energy of the earth in her fine jewelry. In this conversation with SEAM founder Amy Cohen Epstein, Andrea reflects on the inspirations rooted in her Marin County childhood, her love for one-of-a-kind gemstones, and the ways she’s learned to shape her business around the life she wants to live.

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Fashion, Life, LifestyleLynne Cohen FoundationFemale Founders, Lifestyle
Beauty, Boldness and Becoming: Adrianna Abbott on Building Lily Pop
Beauty, Boldness and Becoming: Adrianna Abbott on Building Lily Pop

The children's beauty market is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by parents seeking safer, cleaner alternatives for their young ones who are naturally drawn to experimenting with makeup and self-expression. Enter Adrianna Abbott, a seasoned beauty industry executive who spent a decade at Estée Lauder Companies before embarking on her own entrepreneurial journey with Lillipop, a clean play makeup brand designed specifically for children.

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Her Story, Lifestyle, Life, Beauty, Fashion, FoundersLynne Cohen FoundationBeauty, Green Beauty, Life, Lifestyle
Thriving at 49: Amy Cohen Epstein on Grief, Growth, and the Power of Preventive Health
Thriving at 49: Amy Cohen Epstein on Grief, Growth, and the Power of Preventive Health

In this first-ever solo episode of the SEAM Podcast, Amy Cohen Epstein, founder and CEO of the Lynne Cohen Foundation, shares a deeply personal reflection as she approaches her 49th birthday—a milestone shaped by memory, grief, and profound gratitude. Amy opens up about the significance of turning 49, the age her mother, Lynne Cohen, was when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and how this past year has felt like an emotional holding of breath. With honesty and vulnerability, Amy explores the legacy of her mother’s strength, the value of preventive care and early detection, and the journey of self-discovery that comes with age. This powerful reflection reminds us that caring for ourselves—and one another—is one of the most meaningful ways we can honor those we’ve lost and the lives we continue to build.

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Founders, HEALTH & WELLNESS, Life, Her Story, LifestyleAmy Cohen EpsteinLife, Lynne Cohen Foundation
Writing Through Grief: Megan Tady on Bluebird Day, Mother-Daughter Bonds, and Healing Through Fiction
Writing Through Grief: Megan Tady on Bluebird Day, Mother-Daughter Bonds, and Healing Through Fiction

Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with novelist Megan Tady, author of Bluebird Day, to explore how fiction can hold space for grief, healing, and complex family dynamics. Megan’s novel follows a mother and daughter—former elite ski racers—who are forced to confront painful truths and rebuild their relationship while stranded in a Swiss village during a snowstorm. Inspired by personal loss and her evolving relationship with her own mother, Megan shares how writing became a path toward self-understanding and emotional reconciliation. Together, Amy and Megan discuss themes of parenting, performance anxiety, resilience, and the generational shifts in how we define strength and healing.

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Her Story, Life, LifestyleLynne Cohen FoundationLife, Lifestyle, Motherhood, Amazing Women
How Holistic Healing, Social Connection, and Purpose Shape Our Health: A Conversation with Nurse and Wellness Advisor Jules Timms Robertson
How Holistic Healing, Social Connection, and Purpose Shape Our Health: A Conversation with Nurse and Wellness Advisor Jules Timms Robertson

Drawing from her diverse background as both a clinical nurse and creative force in luxury hospitality, Jules Timms Robertson, RN, shares how her work integrates science-backed modalities and therapeutic touch with the healing power of joy, sensory awareness, and human connection

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HEALTH & WELLNESS, Health, Lifestyle, LifeLynne Cohen FoundationHealth, Wellness, HEALTH & WELLNESS
From Loss to Wellness: Katelyn Burke on Honoring Her Mother’s Legacy Through Community and Infrared Therapy
From Loss to Wellness: Katelyn Burke on Honoring Her Mother’s Legacy Through Community and Infrared Therapy

In this emotional and inspiring episode of the SEAM Podcast, host Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with Katelyn Burke, owner of Perspire Sauna Studio in Brentwood, to discuss how the loss of her mother to cervical cancer reshaped her life and fueled her commitment to wellness. Katelyn shares how her personal experience with grief and caregiving led her to explore preventive health, clean living, and holistic recovery—values she now brings to her community through the healing power of infrared sauna therapy. While the Lynne Cohen Foundation advocates for preventive care in partnership with trusted medical providers, this conversation offers a window into how lifestyle-based wellness practices—when used responsibly and alongside medical advice—can play a powerful role in self-care, emotional healing, and physical recovery.

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Life, Lifestyle, Mental HealthLynne Cohen FoundationFemale Founders, Life
Clean Eating, Holistic Health, and Healing: A Conversation with Elissa Goodman on Nutrition and Wellness
Clean Eating, Holistic Health, and Healing: A Conversation with Elissa Goodman on Nutrition and Wellness

Nutrition plays a crucial role in overall well-being, and making thoughtful, science-backed lifestyle changes can support long-term health. In this conversation, SEAM founder Amy Cohen Epstein speaks with holistic nutritionist Elissa Goodman about how diet, stress management, and self-care can complement traditional medical treatment. Elissa shares her personal journey with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, how she used nutrition and lifestyle adjustments alongside medical care, and the lessons she’s learned about healing from the inside out. Together, they discuss the importance of digestive health, hormone balance, and the power of choosing nourishing foods to feel and function at your best.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS, Life, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Nutrition, Health, FitnessNUTRITION, healthy gut, health, HEALTH & WELLNESS, Nutrition
Healing Through Nutrition: Yalda Alaoui on Beating Autoimmune Disease and Building Eat Burn Sleep
Healing Through Nutrition: Yalda Alaoui on Beating Autoimmune Disease and Building Eat Burn Sleep

When facing a serious health diagnosis, medical advice is essential—but so is understanding how lifestyle choices impact your overall well-being.In this conversation, our own Amy Cohen Epstein speaks with Yalda Alaoui, founder of Eat Burn Sleep, about how making intentional changes to diet, movement, and stress management can complement medical treatment and improve quality of life. Diagnosed with two life-threatening autoimmune diseases, Yalda took a proactive approach to her health, combining expert medical care with research-backed lifestyle adjustments that ultimately helped her heal. In this interview, she shares her journey, insights on reducing inflammation, and practical steps anyone can take to support their health alongside their doctor’s guidance.

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Nutrition, HEALTH & WELLNESS, Health, Life, LifestyleNUTRITION, HEALTH & WELLNESS, health, Wellness, HEALTH, Nutrition
Allison Statter, CEO of Blended Strategy Group, on Combining Influence & Impact
Allison Statter, CEO of Blended Strategy Group, on Combining Influence & Impact

In this insightful conversation, SEAM founder Amy Cohen Epstein interviews Allison Statter, CEO of Blended Strategy Group. As a leader in strategic branding and influencer marketing, Allison delves into her experiences building a business focused on fostering genuine connections, balancing work with motherhood, and redefining the modern marketing landscape. Allison shares her journey of resilience, the value of deep-rooted friendships, and her passion for philanthropy, providing a refreshing take on what it means to blend influence with true impact.

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Lifestyle, Fashion, FoundersEntrepreneurs, Female Founders
Crafting Memories Through Design: A Conversation with Lauren Pudwill, Founder of By Bago
Crafting Memories Through Design: A Conversation with Lauren Pudwill, Founder of By Bago

Lauren Pudwill is the creative force behind By Bago, a lifestyle and design company based in LA. With an entrepreneurial spirit fueled by curiosity, Lauren discusses her journey from singer-songwriter to designer, crafting unique lifestyle products inspired by her Chinese-American heritage and experiences across California. From hand-poured candles to custom leather goods, Lauren's approach emphasizes creativity, community, and personal memory-making. Dive into this inspiring conversation as Lauren shares how passion and purpose guide her work, bridging the gap between artistry and daily life.

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Mental Health, Lifestyle, Life, Home, Her Story, FoundersLifestyle, Female Founders
Empowering Women in the Workforce: Insights from Jenny Galluzzo, Co-Founder of The Second Shift
Empowering Women in the Workforce: Insights from Jenny Galluzzo, Co-Founder of The Second Shift

In this interview, SEAM founder Amy Cohen Epstein speaks with Jenny Galluzzo, co-founder of The Second Shift, a platform designed to provide mid-career women with flexible job opportunities and professional development. Jenny shares how The Second Shift has adapted to the changing workforce landscape, emphasizing flexibility, community, and empowerment. With insights into work-life balance, career pivots, and building resilience, Jenny’s perspective sheds light on the evolving roles of women in today’s workforce and the power of connection. Join Amy and Jenny as they explore the ways women can find purpose and meaning in their professional and personal lives.

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Founders, Her Story, Life, LifestyleAmazing Women, Female Founders, Life, Lifestyle
Navigating Postmenopausal Weight Gain
Navigating Postmenopausal Weight Gain

I love being a woman. Some of my greatest accomplishments are related to my womanhood: birthing and raising my daughters and creating a career path that allows me to transform other women’s lives, just to name a few. However, despite all the absolute pleasures of womanhood, we all know it comes with its own challenges, too. Our bodies continuously change from year to year, day to day, and even from morning to afternoon to evening. One of the most notable changes is the inevitable natural shift to menopause and postmenopause. 

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Health, HEALTH & WELLNESS, Lifestyle, Life, NutritionElissa GoodmanHealth, HEALTH & WELLNESS, Nutrition
Scooping Holistic Wellness: A Conversation with Camille Lasker of Holi Scoops
Scooping Holistic Wellness: A Conversation with Camille Lasker of Holi Scoops

In this conversation, SEAM founder Amy Cohen Epstein speaks with Camille Lasker, co-founder of Holi Scoops. Camille shares how her journey through health challenges inspired her to create a line of health-conscious ice creams. Through Holi Scoops, Camille integrates holistic ingredients and functional adaptogens into treats that aim to bring balance, enjoyment, and wellness. Join Amy and Camille as they discuss the entrepreneurial spirit, the challenges of balancing health and indulgence, and the importance of resilience in both life and business.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS, Health, Lifestyle, Life, NutritionNUTRITION, HEALTH & WELLNESS, Nutrition
Championing Women’s Health and Advocacy: A Conversation with FOX LA's Marla Tellez
Championing Women’s Health and Advocacy: A Conversation with FOX LA's Marla Tellez

If you don’t know her already, you should! Here, the Lynne Cohen Foundation’s own Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with longtime women’s health advocate Marla Tellez, an Emmy-winning journalist and anchor, about her journey in broadcast journalism and her passion for advocacy in women’s health. For over a decade, Marla has been a dedicated supporter of the Lynne Cohen Foundation, consistently hosting LCF’s annual fundraising event, Kickin’ Cancer, to raise awareness and support preventive care. Through her work on-screen and off, Marla champions health, wellness, and the power of storytelling to inspire change. Join Amy and Marla as they discuss the resilience, responsibility, and purpose that drive Marla’s commitment to making a difference in women’s lives.

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Her Story, Life, Lifestyle, FitnessLife, Lifestyle, Fitness, Health, Women's Health
Crafting a Lasting Legacy: Danielle Sherman on the Inspiration Behind Sherman Field Jewelry
Crafting a Lasting Legacy: Danielle Sherman on the Inspiration Behind Sherman Field Jewelry

Danielle Sherman, founder of Sherman Field, has built a brand that honors her family’s legacy while pushing the boundaries of fine jewelry. From her early days co-founding The Row and working with designers like Alexander Wang to creating her own heirloom-inspired collection, Danielle’s journey is one of resilience, artistry, and dedication to craftsmanship. In this interview with SEAM founder Amy Cohen Epstein, Danielle opens up about the influences that shaped her, the lessons learned from past ventures, and her vision for jewelry that tells a story across generations. Their conversation reveals the passion and purpose driving Sherman Field’s unique place in the world of fine jewelry.

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Fashion, Founders, Her Story, Life, LifestyleLife, Lifestyle, Fashion
Savoring Family Stories and Recipes: An Interview with the Sisters Behind Hey Sis, Eat This
Savoring Family Stories and Recipes: An Interview with the Sisters Behind Hey Sis, Eat This

Sisters Whitney Walder and Courtney Harrow, creators of the podcast Hey Sis, Eat This, have transformed their love for family, food, and storytelling into a journey that celebrates both heritage and sisterhood. In this conversation with SEAM founder Amy Cohen Epstein, Whitney and Courtney share how their mom’s resilient spirit and lifelong passion for cooking inspired them to start their podcast. Together, they discuss the healing power of food, the joy of creating lasting family traditions, and the unique bond between sisters. Dive into this heartwarming interview to explore the stories, recipes, and family ties that define Hey Sis, Eat This.

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Nutrition, Life, Lifestyle, HEALTH & WELLNESSFood, Cooking, Life, Lifestyle, Female Founders, Nutrition, NUTRITION
Brain Food: My Top 8 Foods for Optimal Cognitive Function
Brain Food: My Top 8 Foods for Optimal Cognitive Function

What I particularly love about being a holistic nutritionist is encouraging others to feel empowered to make informed nutritional decisions encompassing the mind, body, and soul. It’s easy to forget about this powerful trifecta when our everyday lives become so busy, but that’s when it matters even more. For me, wellness isn’t just about fueling our bodies or soothing our souls; it’s also about nurturing our minds. When we start regularly consuming foods that enhance our minds, we take our health to a new level. 

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Health, Lifestyle, Life, NutritionElissa GoodmanNUTRITION