
Beyond The Interview
Beyond The Interview is a podcast that highlights individuals making a real impact and instilling change in the world. It prioritizes problem-solving over news and features people with answers rather than outrage. The show pushes boundaries in conversations about current events, politics, media, and culture, asking what can be learned from those we think we have nothing in common with.
Episodes

Everyone Asks Him About Divorce. I Asked Him How to Make Love Last | James Sexton
Everyone knows James Sexton as one of the world’s most famous divorce lawyers. Most people invite him on to talk about prenups, infidelity, and the wildest divorce stories he’s ever seen.I wanted to ask a different question.After spending decades watching relationships fall apart, James wrote a book about how to preserve love. Despite what you might expect, he’s a hopeless romantic who believes he

How Jay Luchs became the Most Connected Man in LA Real Estate
Skims. LVMH. Supreme. Jay Luchs has represented some of the biggest retail and fashion brands in the game, helped entertainment companies find their corporate headquarters, and has the biggest roster of tenants and landlords in Los Angeles.Jay is a Vice Chairman at Newmark and has sold over $1 billion in commercial property across Beverly Hills, Malibu, and beyond. He’s the guy behind those “For L

How To Stop Choosing the Wrong People, with Sheleana Aiyana
In this episode Nicole sits down with Sheleana Aiyana, founder of Rising Woman and author of the international bestseller Becoming the One, to explore what it truly means to heal emotional wounds, interrupt old relationship patterns, and come home to the self.Raised in a turbulent environment, Sheleana shares her personal journey through trauma, abandonment, and healing — and how those experiences

AI: Humanity's Greatest Tool or Final Mistake? - With Expert X Eyee
In this eye-opening conversation, Nicole sits down with X Eyee, a renowned AI expert who brings a unique perspective to the artificial intelligence conversation. A high school dropout and self-taught coder, X has spent 17 years working at the forefront of AI development at companies like Microsoft, Google, and the Department of Defense. Now serving as CEO of AI consulting firm Malo Santo and Senio

The Truth about Plastic Surgery with Dr. Chopra & Dr. Villanueva
In a refreshingly honest and revealing conversation, Nicole Behnam sits down with top plastic surgeons Dr. Ritu Chopra, known for his Deep Plane Facelift, and Dr. Nathaniel Villanueva, known for his body contouring. These two experts don’t just reshape faces and bodies, but also challenge the culture around beauty itself.They break down the most popular procedures of 2025 — what’s trending, what’s

This is how you make the relationship happen—with Jillian Turecki
In this episode, relationship expert Jillian delves into the concept of self-love and its impact on relationships, offering insights on how self-worth and emotional growth influence romantic connections.
Jillian discusses two common views on self-love: one suggests that you need to fully love yourself before entering a relationship, while the other believes self-love is learned through relationsh

Constantly Improving: Yung Pueblo on Self-Work, Communication, & The Future of Relationships
Yung Pueblo joins Beyond The Interview to talk about his experiences as a poet, writer, and spiritual thinker. From building an audience of over 4 million through social media to navigating tough personal moments, he shares wisdom on navigating relationships, maintaining mental health, and being intentional about how we spend our time and energy.
In response to the dire need for intentional onlin

Manifestation, Spiritual Wisdom, and Soulmates, with David Ghiyam
David Ghiyam is one of the leading Kabbalah teachers in the world, and co-founder of MaryRuth Organics. He teaches the spiritual wisdom of Kabbalah in person and online to help people achieve success, find love and find deeper meaning in their lives.
https://www.kabbalah.com
https://www.instagram.com/davidghiyam/?hl=enhttps://www.maryruthorganics.com/

Locked In with Lukas Pakter
In this episode, Nicole sits down with Lukas Pakter, founder of SquidHaus, to talk about his experiences navigating business, friendships, dating, and life in general as a young entrepreneur. Nicole and Lukas both draw lessons from their personal lives and compare notes on their general observations about people and relationship dynamics.
With tremendous reach in his early 20s, Lukas hosts the Squ

Get it together! with Christian Walker
Viral storyteller and cultural icon Christian Walker joins Nicole Behnam on Beyond The Interview to discuss his new path as a champion of women. Leaving behind and being repulsed by a short stint as a political commentator, Walker realized his time was better spent demystifying the myths that still plague modern society, and teaching women how to enhance their lives and stay empowered in environme

Beyond Twilight: Ashley Greene's Real-Life Saga of Motherhood and Entrepreneurship
In this intimate conversation, beloved actress and entrepreneur Ashley Greene opens up about the joys and challenges of her personal evolution, offering heartfelt insights into her career with family life. Discover a new side of Ashley as she delves into her ventures as an entrepreneur, sharing the inspiration behind her latest venture, Hummingway, and the lessons she's learned along the way.

Lessons on Bitcoin, Money, and more with Mark Moss
Nicole Behnam sits down with Mark Moss to talk about the history of money and how it relates to Bitcoin— a crash course that should be taught in schools. They also delve into topics like family, values, community, and much more.

Let’s do what works, with Konstantin Kisin
In the episode, Konstantin Kisin delves into societal dynamics, particularly the harmful notion of adversarial relationships between groups, such as men versus women, minorities versus majorities, or various other divides like LGBT versus non-LGBT. Konstantin condemns this divisive mindset, asserting that cooperation and mutual support have historically been essential for human survival and progre

Codie Sanchez: Lessons on Money, Marriage, & Freedom that Schools Failed to Teach Us
We live in a world where financial literacy education is almost nonexistent. Enter Codie Sanchez— an investor, business owner, and social media star who’s on a mission to help people become financially and philosophically free.
In this episode, Nicole and Codie begin by going over the terminology that schools never taught us about business and how people can get skin in the game/ equity in busine

She made 50m in one year from LASHES! Glamnetic Founder Ann McFerran
What does success truly mean? For Ann McFerren, founder of Glamnetic and a Forbes 30 Under 30 and Top Inks recipient, it's defined by happiness and the freedom to pursue what you love. Join us as we walk through Ann's inspiring story, from her challenging childhood in Bangkok to the launch of her successful lash business, Glamnetic. Ann's journey is a testament to the power of determin

Your friends are not your friends. How to make real ones with Sahil Bloom
Sahil Bloom has the social media generation figured out, and wants to help us tackle our struggles. In this episode we discuss the challenges of love, friendship, and connection in a world full of distractions and addictions. Sahil highlights the importance of humility, open-mindedness, and the ability to hold opposing views to foster meaningful conversations and connections. He provides us with t

Stop Lying To Yourself! Kyle Creek AKA The Captain
Kyle Creek AKA The Captain opens up about his journey as a writer and the challenges he faced in finding his place in the world. He discusses the fear of rejection and the importance of avoiding tribalism and thinking critically. Kyle shares his experiences of breaking into the writing industry and the obstacles he had to overcome. He also talks about the evolution of his online persona “The Capta

SHOCKING! Lies & Incentives of Food Companies & Big Pharma they NEVER tell you with Calley Means
Calley Means discusses the influence of big pharma and food companies on the healthcare industry, emphasizing the financial incentives that drive the industry and impact the quality of care and research. Calley highlights the interconnectedness of health issues like obesity, mental health, and chronic diseases, influenced by factors such as processed food and pharmaceutical drugs. He criticizes th

Discovering Gaga: The Wendy Starland Story
If anyone knows how the music industry operates, it’s Wendy Starland. On our episode, Wendy and I discuss the music industry, what it was like to discover and develop Lady Gaga, Los Angeles culture, and much more. She also shares her insights on the emerging generation of singers and content creators as a songwriter and producer on Banded: The Musician Competition Show on AXS.

Nicole Arbour - Cancel Culture, Content Creation in the 21st Century, and “Tuning out the Noise”
Nicole sits down with content creator and comedian Nicole Arbour. The two discuss Nicole’s career, her highs and lows as a comedian, her guest appearance on “The View”, and the responses to some of her more “controversial” content.

Nicholas Adler - Working with Snoop Dogg, Authenticity in Entertainment, and Building Web3 Brands
Nicole sits down with entertainment industry veteran Nicholas Adler. The two discuss Nick’s brand, MNTGE, his time working with Snoop Dogg, his perspective on authenticity and culture, building brands in an ever-evolving Web3 landscape, and being a father.

Navigating Roles and Responsibilities in Modern Relationships with Lisa Bilyeu
Nicole sits down with Lisa Bilyeu, Co-Founder of Impact Theory, Quest Nutrition, and host of Women of Impact. They discuss modern relationship dynamics and examine how gender can affect power dynamics, communication, and intimacy in today’s world. Later, Lisa gives insights from her own life on how to create equitable and satisfying partnerships in business relationships and in marriage.

The Science of Ozempic & the Effects on Emotional Well-Being
Part II. Nicole sits down with cardiologist Dr. Afshine Emrani to discuss food supply in the US, food addiction, GLP-1 (Glucagon-like peptide-1), and obesity. Later Dr. Emrani dives deeper into mental health and weight loss issues, ending with a message about the importance of having self-compassion and gratitude

Chaos to Clarity: Strategies for Storytelling with Jon Brandon Cruz
Nicole sits down with videographer, commercial director, editor, and motion graphics artist Jon Cruz. They discuss tips and tricks for creators to use during their creative process, being mindful when consuming technology, Jon’s interpersonal relationships with celebrities he's worked with, and how the most beautiful art can come from your deepest pain.

A Doctor’s Perspective & Predictions on Ozempic for Weight Loss
Nicole sits down with cardiologist Dr. Afshine Emrani. They discuss the larger societal implications of the widespread off-label use of Ozempic, a medication used to treat Type 2 Diabetes. Dr. Emrani explores the history and science behind the drug, its potential benefits and risks, the ways in which it is being abused and also changing the lives of patients and healthcare providers alike. Later

Overcoming Anxiety: Transforming Fear into Action with Jon Brandon Cruz
Nicole sits down with videographer, commercial director, editor, and motion graphics artist Jon Cruz. They discuss Cruz’s 13+ year career in the entertainment industry, the role of luck, his creative process, and the importance of cultivating the right energy before entering a room. Cruz also talks about what it’s been like working with the biggest names in the industry: The Rock, Will Smith, Sele

Taking Risks, Becoming a Big Creator, Maintaining Relationships with Matt Steffanina
Part II. Nicole sits down with professional dancer, choreographer, & DJ Matt Steffanina. They discuss why it’s important to have mindful parents, dating in la, the realism of web3, and the importance of work-life balance. Later, they dive into content creation and why taking a risk can change your life forever.

Becoming Social Media’s #1 Dancer: the Matt Steffanina Story
Nicole sits down with professional dancer, choreographer, & DJ Matt Steffanina. They discuss surviving in LA and making friends as a newcomer. Nicole asks Matt for tips on how to make it big as a content creator in a competitive ecosystem. Later they discuss how to tap into your authenticity, how the social media landscape has changed over the years, and the importance of helping people along

Negotiating, Entrepreneurship, & Personal Relationships with FBI Hostage Negotiator Chris Voss
Part II. Nicole sits down with Former FBI hostage negotiator, author, and CEO of The Black Swan Group, Chris Voss. They discuss Chris's time working in the FBI, tactics for the mastery of negotiation, entrepreneurship with The Black Swan Group and what it means to "Scope Creep.” Later, they dive deep into dating and important qualities that will help your relationships thrive.

Winning Moves & Strategies with FBI Hostage Negotiator Chris Voss
Nicole sits down with Former FBI hostage negotiator, Author, and CEO of The Black Swan Group Chris Voss. They discuss the importance of trusting and listening to your intuition, managing conflict, building confidence, power play moves, leadership and how to negotiate to achieve success in your career & relationships. Bonus: how to identify a “gut feeling.”

Unlocking the Law of Attraction for Success
Nicole sits down with motivational speaker, Jen Gottlieb, and Co-Founder of Super Connector Media, Chris Winfield. They discuss the art of manifestation, using the law of attraction to bring your desire to reality, cultivating healthy and stronger relationships, and running a successful business.
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The Power of Mindful Living and Taming the Ego with Cheryl Burke & Rembrandt Flores
Nicole sits down with professional dancer Cheryl Burke & entrepreneur and personality Rembrandt Flores. They discuss the journey of personal evolution, finding validation, serving others, and fulfilling our purpose in life.

It’s Time to Heal and Do The Work, with Cheryl Burke and Rembrandt Flores
Nicole sits down with professional dancer & TV Host Cheryl Burke. They are joined by entrepreneur and personality Rembrandt Flores. They dive deep into Cheryl’s career as the host of Dancing With The Stars, mental health, vulnerability, the maintenance of friendships, authenticity, and the power of being intentional.

The Secret to Long Term Relationship Success
Nicole sits down with author and relationship expert Amy Chan. They discuss the power of affirmations, the importance of surrounding yourself with positive influences, belief systems, how to rate your dates, and the secrets to happiness in a long term relationship!

The Art of Self-Compassion and Building Healthy Intimate Relationships
Nicole sits down with author and relationship expert Amy Chan. They discuss what makes a “healthy” relationship, how to embrace your inner child, and why vulnerability is so important in all relationships. Later, they talk about what allows for healthy physical intimacy in a relationship and how communication is the foundation of it all.

The Dating Game: Playing to Win, Facing the Truth in Los Angeles
Nicole sits down with DJ and entrepreneur Georgia Sinclair. They discuss the dating culture in Los Angeles, Hook-Up culture, and more!

Manifestation, Limiting Beliefs, & Everything in Between, with Georgia Sinclair
Nicole sits down with DJ and entrepreneur Georgia Sinclair. They discuss manifestation and powerful reframing techniques that enable positive mindset shifts. Later they talk about the challenges facing women in today’s society, the impractical pressure to “do it all,” and how political ideologies play a role.

Comedy, Conflict, and Marriage with Leah Lamarr
Leah Lamarr discusses her thriving comedy career, her journey and struggles as a comedian, and why looking within, changing her belief system, and learning how to resolve conflict has changed the trajectory of her life and relationships.

Repairing Friendship, Finding Love, with Leah Lamarr
Nicole talks to comedian and actress Leah Lamarr about their time on Clubhouse, the dramas that affected their friendship, what they’re up to now, and Leah’s marriage. Reflecting on the past year, it becomes clear that with the right tools and mindset, new beginnings and different dynamics are possible.

Tom Bilyeu on Modern Relationships, Masculinity, and Andrew Tate
Nicole sits down with Tom Bilyeu who shares his perspectives and insights on how to navigate today’s relationships, masculinity, the recent rise of Andrew Tate, NFTs and Artificial Intelligence.

How I sold Boxycharm for $500M: Lessons from an Entrepreneur with Yosef Martin
Nicole sits down with incredible cosmetics entrepreneur Yosef Martin who sold his monthly subscription box cosmetics company, Boxycharm, for $500M back in 2020.

Young and Rich: Luca Netz, the come-up story
Nicole sits down with Luca Netz and discusses his incredible life-story. From spending $500K on a Rolls Royce to raising $2.5 Million for Pudgy Penguins and building out the project, Luca lives and breathes culture and understands the power of social media and branding. This is the Luca Netz Story.

Twitterverse, Tik-Toking in Public, and ‘Making it in LA’
Nicole dissects the current Twitter landscape, the phenomena of “public Tik-Toking”, and the LA dream.

An Emerging Hollywood With Scott Lipps
Scott Lipps and Nicole Behnam discuss an evolving Hollywood, the entertainment industry, and the overall shift in brand deals across emerging content creators.

“Why should you care about Iran?” with Tara Grammy.
Nicole Behnam and Tara Grammy discuss the power of social media, its response to the dire situation in Iran, and why it matters. Bonus: the significance of friendships and relationships in our lives.
YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt-NaHDQ3v_901D20l0sAvQ
SHORTS | https://www.youtube.com/@beyondwithnicolebehnamshorts
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