Kristin Fisher grew up not just dreaming about doing anything she set her heart to, but knowing that she could. As the daughter of Dr. Anna Fisher, the first mom in space, Kristin’s young mind was shaped by the example of her mom and her dad. Her father, William Fisher, also was an astronaut. (Kristin has…
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Amanda Kludt, SVP of Editorial for Eater and Curbed, Talks Promotions, Managing Commitments and Wrangling Meetings
While growing up, Amanda Kludt knew her passion involved writing. editing, and putting together publications. As the arts editor of her high school newspaper, and the editor-in-chief of the school’s literary magazine, she quickly learned that focusing on arts and lifestyle had nabbed her heart. Then, once she was in college, Amanda interned at a…
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Abby Hornacek: FOX Nation’s Travel And Lifestyle Host
When Abby Hornacek was growing up she dreamed of becoming a marine biologist. Working as a host on TV was something she never considered as a career path until she was much older. “I was extremely show growing up,” Abby says. “… I played sports from a young age and through college. One day I…
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ESPN’s Laura Rutledge On Finding The Story Beneath The Surface
Ballet requires a level of perfection and focus. It was the sport Laura Rutledge credits for teaching her to stay focused on one goal at a time. It’s a mentality, she says, that helps in her career today at ESPN. At the network, Laura is the co-anchor of morning show Get Up!, one of the…
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HGTV Magazine Editor-In-Chief Sara Peterson Gives Us A Sneak Peek Of June’s 5th Annual Paint Issue
Growing up, Sara Peterson always had magazines in her house. “Both my grandmas got magazines too. That’s where we found all the best new ideas, from recipes to craft projects. I love how magazines help people improve their everyday lives,” Sara says. “And I love to create stories and share tips with people using words…
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Elisabeth Leonard, Of Rebecca Minkoff And The Female Founder Collective, On Making Major Leaps (That Yes, Really Do Pay Off!)
Elisabeth Leonard was living in New York City and had her dream job working at Rebecca Minkoff. She’d worked her way up the company, from a position as a receptionist, to a job in the PR department. Then her life changed dramatically. And for the better! If you think it can’t get better than what…
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Women’s Health Editor-In-Chief Liz Plosser Shares Why It’s Important To Work Hard And Sweat Regularly
Liz Plosser discovered a love for marathon running, and one day during a long run with her Team in Training running group, she first shared her soul’s dream – to be a magazine editor. At the time she was working in investment banking, and she knew deep down it wasn’t the path for her. And…
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What Is Angela Santomero’s Secret To Success? Radical Kindness
Angela Santomero wanted to be a teacher. Then she had a thought: “Wouldn’t it be awesome to use the influential nature of media to educate kids?” And, off she embarked on a journey into creating children’s media. She forever left her mark on children’s TV with the launch of the iconic Nickelodeon animated show Blue’s…
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PALETA Founder Kelly Boyer Creates Custom Healthy Meal Programs For Hollywood’s Elite—And You!
Kelly Boyer was diagnosed with cancer at age 21. It taught her that everything she puts into her body matters. And it led her to founding PALETA, the first farm to table meal company. “Our sensibilities were based on the knowledge that what you put into your body really matters,” Kelly says. Everything we do…
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Jackie London, R.D. and Nutrition Director of Good Housekeeping, Breaks Down How We Eat In Digestible And Trusted Content
How many times in a week do you hear or read food advice? And how does that advice make you feel? Does it leave you confused, excited or wondering if you’ll ever be able to eat another piece of bread again?! In the age of information overwhelm, it’s more important than ever to find a…