Synopsis
CHATSwithGiGi is a casual (sometimes heated) conversation between journalist GiGi Diaz and her guests; covering everything from entertainment, to political, to social topics and more. New episodes each Thursday. Have a topic suggestion? Let GiGi know on Twitter @GiGiDiazLIVE
Episodes
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#35 - Kristin Chenoweth on New Netflix Rom-Com, LGBTQ Advocacy and her Upcoming Show at Hard Rock Live
21/05/2019 Duration: 13minI fell in love with her as Glinda the Good Witch in Wicked, but many of her fans have followed and supported Kristin Chenoweth since long before that; perhaps since her Tony Award winning performance in "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" or Pushing Daisies, for which she won a 2009 Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress. Throughout her career the accolades have been multiple and her accomplishments as an artist even greater. Most recently receiving the key to Oklahoma City and being honored with the Vanguard Award from the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus for her LGBT activism. On this episode of #CHATSwithGiGi, Chenoweth talks about her upcoming show in South Florida at the Hard Rock Live, her views about the LGBTQ community as a Christian, her new Netflix Rom-Com Holidate, and how she keeps it together with such a busy schedule. Let us know what you thought about this episode using the hashtag #CHATSwithGiGi. Please subscribe so you can stay up to date with upcoming episodes.
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#34 - Celebrating iHeartRadio Moms... and Motherhood all Around on #CHATSwithGiGi
10/05/2019 Duration: 26minWishing our amazing mothers out there a happy, blessed, relaxing Mother's Day! This episode was inspired by the incredible women I see, day in and day out, as I walk into my studio doing their best at work and rushing to do their best at home. You ladies are an inspiration. Thank you to our sponsor Pandora at Southland Mall. Thank you to Frankie "Red Wordz" for sharing your beautiful poetry. Thank you to those of you who shared your storyK Marie - On Air - TU949Genie Serrano - Sr. Account Exec. - West Palm Beach Jami Farid - Sr. Account Exec. - West Palm Beach Pam Farmer - On Air - Big 105.9Alex G. - On Air - TU949 Connie Lowenthal - Sr. Account Exec. - MiamiMargaret Garcia - Director of First Impressions - Miami Stichz - On Air - 103.5 The BeatMichelle Fay - On Air - Y100Anne - Producer - 103.5 TheBeatI would love to know your story, to know how your mother inspired you. Find me on your favorite social media platform under @GiGiDiazLIVE and don't forget to use the hashtag #CHATSwithGiGi to share your comment
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#33 - Chrissy Metz, DeVon Franklin and Marcel Ruiz on new film Breakthrough
08/04/2019 Duration: 13minMost of us fell in love with her on NBCs This Is US and now Chrissy Metz is taking over our big screens starring in producer DeVon Franklin’s powerful new film Breakthrough.BREAKTHROUGH is based on a true story of a mother, Joyce Smith, who prayed her son back to life after he fell through a frozen lake and died and how this miracle impacted an entire community along with all of us who've watched the film. On this episode of #CHATSwithGiGi, Chrissy Metz is joining us along with producer DeVon Franklin and actor Marcel Ruiz who stars as John Smith. Hit me up on your favorite social media platform @GiGiDiazLIVE and let me know what you think of today’s episode using the hashtag #CHATSWITHGIGI
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#32 - Bumblebee is out on BluRay and Jason Drucker is here to take us through his experience as Otis
08/04/2019 Duration: 05minBUMBLEBEE is put on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD with exclusive access to deleted and extended scenes you didn’t see in theaters, including the original opening of the movie and hilarious outtakes.Jason Drucker plays Otis, Charlie’s younger brother. At just 13 years old, Jason Drucker has starred in several successful films. In fact, this is that second time Jason plays Hailee’s younger brother, the first time being on “Barely Lethal”. He has also been seen on Nickelodeon’s “Every Witch Way” and “Diary of A Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul.The movie follows the origin story of Bumblebee, the adorable Volkswagen beetle who later becomes one of the most powerful characters in the franchise. He lands on Earth and meets eighteen-year-old Charlie Watson (Hailee Steinfeld) who repairs him and becomes his friend. They embark in an adventure filled with dangerous foes, action, and personality.This is the first Transformers movie centered around a female lead. Charlie Watson (Hailee Steinfeld) is an impressive mechanic and a
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#31 - Love & Hip Hop: Miami is HOT! Bobby Lytes is here to tell us all about the drama coming up!
14/01/2019 Duration: 07minVH1's hit series “Love & Hip Hop: Miami" is back and hotter than ever. The “Love & Hip Hop” franchise holds four of the top five unscripted spots in cable, in other words, one of the most watched TV in the country. “Love & Hip Hop: Miami” marks VH1’s highest rated reality launch since 2014 and this season there are some new additions to the cast like comedian and viral sensation Jessie Woo and underground rapper/song-writer Khaotic.Bobby Lytes, a show favorite and Miami boy at heart, is here to tell us all about the drama this season has in store! Love & Hip Hop: Miami airs Wednesdays 10p on VH1
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#30 - ABC's The Rookie is back! Stars Afton Williamson and Titus Makin on what to expect this season
08/01/2019 Duration: 11minThe Rookie is back on ABC and stars Afton Williamson and Titus Makin say this season is even deeper and better than the last! Check out the challenges they had playing their characters, Talia Bishop and Jackson West, their thoughts on the timing of the show and the recent stress between our country and police, the representation of strong women on TV and more.
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#29 - Vanessa Hudgens talks about her experience with Jennifer Lopez on Second Act and RENT project
16/12/2018 Duration: 02minSecond Act hits theaters December 21st and Vanessa Hudgens is on this episode of CHATSwithGiGi to talk about her experience shooting with Jennifer Lopez, women empowerment, and how she feels representing the LGBTQ community as Maureen in her 2019 RENT project.
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#28 - Chef Ingrid Hoffmann on her New Book "Latin Comfort Foods Made Healthy"
06/12/2018 Duration: 13minChef Ingrid Hoffmann's new, bilingual book "Latin Comfort Foods Made Healthy" is all about the most delicious substitutions that make our favorite Latin recipes like carnitas, arroz con pollo and many others healthier, simple, and fun. On this #CHATSwithGiGi Ingrid also shares meal prepping tips, nutrition advice and her love for cooking.
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#27 - RHOBH Erika Jayne Talks Pretty Mess Tour, Shoedazzle Partnership and Season 9 Drama
05/12/2018 Duration: 08minErika Jayne is kicking off her Pretty Mess Tour in Ft. Lauderdale! On this episode of CHATS with GiGi to Erika Jayne talks season 9 of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, what to expect from her tour, her partnership with Shoedazzle and what's next in her career!
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#26 - Lauren Lake on Empowered Women, Shutting Out Limitations and Season 6 of Paternity Court
13/11/2018 Duration: 11minLauren Lake is a highly sought-after speaker and lecturer, a best-selling author (2009’s Girl, Let Me Tell You), a strong advocate for women’s empowerment, and founder of the Women in Entertainment Empowerment Network. She's now on Season 6 of Lauren Lake’s Paternity Court and tells all about what it took to reach her goals, how to shut down limitations, and her multifaceted career from singer, to designer, to judge.
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#25 - The First Ever #HialeahPride is here! Check out the details!
06/10/2018 Duration: 10minA historic event for the City of Hialeah and a historic venue to host it! #HialeahPride is celebrating its inaugural year at Hialeah Park Sunday Oct. 7th with music, performances, senior and kids areas, food trucks, and more! Free admission and VIP passes avail! Party starts at 1p
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#24 - Orange is the New Black Stars Selenis Leyva and Dascha Polanco talk Season 6, Latinas on Film and Family
20/07/2018 Duration: 24minSeason 6 of Orange is the New Black airs July 27th and fans are eagerly awaiting the return of their favorite OITNB inmates. Stars Selenis Leyva and Dascha Polanco talk about the experience of being back on the set, what to expect from Season 6 and how the show has affected their lives.
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#23 - Heather Monahan Talks New Book "Confidence Creator" and Women Empowerment
21/06/2018 Duration: 09minHeather Monahan went from being raised poor to building her own brand, becoming a best selling author, a nationally respected public speaker and expert in women empowerment. In this episode of CHATSwithGiGi, Heather shares some tips on how you can find your confidence to reach your greatest potential. Heather's book, Confidence Creator, is now available on Amazon and anywhere books are sold.
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Johnny Knoxville is back! He talks Action Point, his childhood, and funniest on set!
06/06/2018 Duration: 05minEveryone’s favorite daredevil Johnny Knoxville is back to his hilariously painful antics in the comedy ACTION POINT. In this CHATSwithGiGi he talks about the movie, who was funniest on set, and his childhood.
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Maria Elena Salinas talks season 2 of her TV show, leaving Univision, and dealing with change
05/06/2018 Duration: 08minMaria Elena Salinas, the longest running female network anchor in the United States, talks about leaving Univision after 30 years, what it takes to stay with a company for such a long run, and season two of her new show "The Real Story with Maria Elena Salinas." The show premiers Monday, June 4th, at 10PM (ET/PT) only on Investigation Discovery.
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The Clean 20 by Dr. Ian Smith
15/05/2018 Duration: 09minDr. Ian Smith, known as one of the hosts of the Emmy-winning daytime talk show The Doctors, and the current co-host of The Rachael Ray Show, has written the instant New York best Seller The Clean 20. Twenty foods to eat for 20 days that'll get you to lose weight and accelerate your metabolism. It's not a diet, it's a system. And it works.
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'What Haunts Us' by Paige Goldberg Tolmach Will Change the Way You Parent Your Child
11/05/2018 Duration: 16minForty-nine boys graduated from Porter Gaud School in Charleston, SC in 1979. Six of them would later commit suicide. Director Paige Goldberg Tolmach returned to her Alma Matter to learn why. What she discovered will change the way you view parenting and those who want to mentor your child. This award winning documentary premiers May 11th in select theaters and May 14th on STARZ.
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Mother's Day Gifting Made Simple (and awesome) with Etsy Expert Dayna Isom Johnson
09/05/2018 Duration: 09minMother's Day shopping minus the stress, personalized, and inexpensive! Etsy Expert Dayna Isom Johnson is here with shopping tips for new moms, dog moms, and - yes- even your mom!
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Claire Shipman on The Confidence Book for Girls
24/04/2018 Duration: 17minThere's no denying that confidence is the key to success. If you don't trust yourself, if you don't believe in yourself, greatness can't be expected. This is a book our daughters WILL want to read and it does a stellar job at teaching girls in their teens and tweens the tools of confidence. Claire Shipman, co-author of The Confidence Book for Girls, is here to tell us all about this fun, interactive, masterpiece for young ladies.
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Avengers: Infinity War's Anthony Mackie is Here!
24/04/2018 Duration: 11minAnthony Mackie, Falcon in Avengers: Infinity War, talks about his dreams of doing a Western film, what it was like growing up as the youngest of six siblings, and upcoming projects.