Danielle sits down with Emmy nominated casting director, 200 hour certified yoga master, and dear friend Jamie Castro for a raw and unfiltered look behind the scenes of Hollywood. From her early VHS recorded dance days to thriving in the legendary Shondaland boom, Jamie pulls back the curtain on how the entertainment industry really works. They dive into the high stakes adrenaline of casting and recasting, the intense reality of fighting for actors, and how a dedicated yoga practice sharpens the intuition required to find the true soul of a character. It is a deeply candid conversation about why your ego can drown out your inner voice, the challenge of staying human in a business that feels like it is going extinct, and why casting was quite literally written in her last name.

From personal shopping for Beyoncé to taking the ultimate leap of faith into Hollywood, Tai Young’s journey is a masterclass in raw hustle, resilience, and pure ambition.

In this episode, we dive into:

Her Texas roots and hauling thousands in diamonds in a hooptee to get to styling gigs

Moving to Los Angeles fueled by a lifelong drive to succeed and a childhood conviction that Barbie was definitely not marriage material

The traumatic, premature birth of her son and the profound life shift that followed

Tai’s heart and her hustle are truly inspiring, and this conversation is packed with wisdom, laughter, and incredible storytelling. Welcome to the show, Tai Young.

Today is a historic day because we are finally attempting something that has apparently been cursed: interviewing writer and powerhouse Emily Culver! In part one of this special sit-down, our deep friendship completely seeps through as we dive into Emily’s roots growing up in Wisconsin with a sex therapist mother, her move to LA, and how she first fell in love with storytelling. It’s lighthearted, juicy, and proof that some things are worth the wait.

In part 1 of 2, Danielle sits down with civil engineer Valentina D’Empaire Medici to reflect on her vibrant life in Venezuela, from her cherished upbringing and all girls Catholic school pranks to the sudden trauma of an attempted kidnapping that changed everything. They explore the heartbreaking reality of seeking asylum in the United States at just sixteen, a transition that forced her into adulthood overnight while navigating a school system that underestimated her intelligence. Through it all, Valentina emphasizes that her family is her entire world and the foundation of her resilience. It is a raw and honest look at leaving a home you love for the sake of survival and the courage required to set boundaries and rebuild from the ground up.

Danielle sits down with Nichele Filoso for a two part event on Sweet and Savre. An intimate conversation about the invisible hurdles of her youth including navigating a learning disability and not reading until age twelve as well as the grounded faith that keeps her rooted in her church choir today. From the high pressure world of collegiate opera to the terrifying shadow of a real life stalker and a piece of shit named Alex, this first installment is a raw and hilarious look at resilience. It is the story of a doer with a heart of gold who traded the stage for a life of service and found joy in enriching the lives of those around her.

Danielle sits down with licensed therapist Courtney Stone to break down the complexities of modern mental health. They dive into the Food Enough philosophy, offering a practical, no nonsense framework for nourishing ourselves amidst the pressures of perfectionism and ADHD. They explore the vital role of rhythm in grounding our chaotic daily lives, the importance of financial autonomy in relationships, and how to build a stronger emotional vocabulary. It is an honest look at the transition from theater to therapy, the necessity of building sustainable frameworks for mental health, and the reminder that we do not have to be perfect to be enough.

Danielle sits down with actress and filmmaker Taylor Kottke for a raw and unfiltered look at life From the acting scams of her youth to the high pressure world of music management for Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor pulls back the curtain on it all. They dive into the surreal Black Widow stunt training incident that almost went wrong and discuss the terrifying yet liberating decision to walk away from a lucrative career path for the sake of her own peace. It is a candid conversation about the reality of making it, the grind of indie filmmaking, and the radical bravery required to choose happiness over someone else’s vision of success.

Danielle sits down with actress Leven Rambin for an unfiltered look at the high-stakes world of Hollywood and the personal toll of life in the spotlight. From leaving home at fifteen and booking powerhouse roles to the paralyzing reality of onset panic attacks and imposter syndrome, Leven opens up about the moments that forced her to stop. Their conversation explores her journey through the "rock bottom" moments of a cult, a traumatic divorce, and the decision to fire her team and return to her Texas roots to find a foundation outside of acting. It is a raw, inspiring discussion on the necessity of therapy, the hustle of New York versus the "bullshit" of LA, and the unwavering belief that it is never too late to rebuild a life on your own terms.

Danielle sits down with Jayne Trimble to trace an extraordinary journey of radical transformation. From an alcoholic household in Ireland to finding her voice through the rebellion of drama school, Jayne’s path has been anything but conventional. Their conversation follows her evolution from a religious cult to the music world as Oxlip and building a six-figure management empire, before a profound transition toward the Empower Women Show. It is a raw, electric look at a life lived with fierce authenticity and Jayne’s unwavering mission to champion women through every chapter of their own stories.

Danielle sits down with acclaimed poet Vandana Khanna to trace a journey that began with a move from India at age two and a calling to her craft at just eight years old. Their conversation follows the winding trajectory of a life dedicated to the creative arts, from the milestones of finding her academic voice to the ways 9/11 reshaped her perspective to exploring the Hindu goddesses that inhabit her latest collection. Vandana remains a fierce champion of the woman’s voice. It is a resonant look at identity, grace, and the extraordinary power found in the quiet complexities of a life lived fully.

Danielle sits down with her dear friend Alisha Rothman, whose extraordinary eye for detail brings life to every set she works on. From sky-high leaps out of planes to impromptu adventures across the globe, Alisha shares how curiosity, risk, and an unshakable instinct for the right moment have shaped both her career and her life. Along the way, she reflects on the choices that define us, how to survive life when it gets a little loud, and why sometimes the best stories come from staying a little longer than planned. It’s a conversation about following the path that calls to you—wherever it may lead, and preferably with a good camera in hand.

In the second episode of Sweet & Savre, Danielle sits down with costume designer Kendal Carse. After watching The Devil Wears Prada for the first time, she knew she wanted to be in the world of fashion. A lover of film and TV with great style, Kendal shares the path that led her to costume design, along with a few lessons she learned along the way, including crying the first time she ever had to sew anything. The conversation is full of laughs, stories about her beloved nanny, a deep appreciation for bad TV, and a reminder not to dim your light.

In the first episode of Sweet & Savre, Danielle sits down with Daniele Piersons, whose journey has taken her from crawling under houses inspecting for pests to doing makeup on every kind of set you can imagine. An only child from a complicated but loving family, she dropped out of school, chased modeling in New York, and eventually found her true calling as a stress and anxiety coach. Over laughs and stories, we follow Piersons’ twists, turns, and lessons… and, of course, ask: Sweet or Savre?