Nikoletta Skarlatos is an award-winning make-up artist and special effects designer who's worked on huge movies like The Hunger Games franchise, The Pirates of The Caribbean franchise, Spider-man and Thor. Her A-list client list includes the likes of Johnny Depp, Emma Stone and Jennifer Lawrence and in this episode, she shares with Lauren how she broke into this industry and what it takes to survive! She also shares her go-to skincare products and just how much makeup she has at home.

Katie Cleary broke onto our screens in the first season of Americas Next Top Model and has gone on to have a dazzling career in Hollywood. Over recent years she has turned her attention to animal advocacy and last year directed her second documentary ‘Why On Earth’ staring Clint Eastwood. In this episode Katie chats about her big break into the entertainment industry as a 'Briefcase Beauty' alongside Meghan Markle on Deal or No Deal, landing roles in huge movies like The Break Up and Iron Man, and launching her non-profit welfare organisation Peace For Animals.Learn more: peace4animals.net / worldanimalnews.com 

Dee Dee Sorvino certainly knows a bit about entertaining! As an Emmy Award winning TV host, comedian, and actress she sits down with host Lauren Samuels to talk about her fascinating life and career in Hollywood. From staring opposite her late husband, acting legend, Paul Sorvino, to creating a cook book and wine brand with him. If this episode doesn’t leave you hungry and thirsty we don’t know what will!Learn more: www.sorvinovino.com 

Johnathan Pach is a celebrity TV and red carpet host who has interviewed everyone from Angelina Jolie to Daniel Radcliffe. Most recently Johnathan has turned his talents to selling million dollar homes in Hollywood. In this energetic episode he shares with Lauren how he remains calm when interviewing such huge names, what its really like being a relator to the rich and famous and how he stays so positive in almost any situation. Learn more about Johny: www.johnypach.com & www.johnathanpach.com 

Megan Dorty Aseme is a trauma recovery coach who specialises in healing from high-conflict relationships. In this insightful episode Lauren and Megan delve into what exactly trauma recovery coaching is, the subject of love bombing, steps to aid your own recovery and how to identify different types of narcissists. Learn more about Megan: www.lovebombedmd.com 

Maryanne Parker is a leading etiquette expert who helps brands, businesses and celebrities learn stellar elegance and etiquette. In this fascinating and informative discussion, Maryanne shares her techniques with Lauren, as well as her big ‘no-no’s’ when it comes to manners!Learn more about Maryanne: www.manorofmanners.com

Graham Shiels is certainly no stranger to our screens. Having appeared as a network guest star in over 30 shows, including 'True Blood', 'Lioness', 'Truth Be Told' and 'Star Trek:Picard'. In 2013 Graham founded 'The Graham Shield Studio'; coaching actors to book those big roles and stay employed. In this episode Graham shares the importance of training and the main techniques that he teaches. He also shares stories from throughout his lucrative career, and what not to do on those huge TV and movie sets!Learn more about Graham: www.grahamshielsstudios.com

Welcome to Season 3 of a A Brit in LA!In the season premiere, Leo Richardson joins Lauren to discuss his work as a writer and producer on the phenomenal Netflix series 'YOU '. Prior to this he was a lead writer on the Fox series 'Star', Warner Brothers series 'Katy Keene' and back in England, the much loved British soap 'Eastenders'. Leo shares the pivotal moments in his career, as well as how he approaches creativity in the work he does. He gives advice for aspiring writers, what a day in the life of a Hollywood writer looks like and what its really like writing for such a huge Netflix show.  

Things are very different on this special episode of ’A Brit in LA’ as, for the series two finale, Lauren Samuels is the one answering the questions.She is joined by her best friend, fellow actor and singer Noel Sullivan, who asks her a selection of questions sent in by listeners. By the end of this show, you’ll know a lot more about Lauren and how she spends her time pursuing the Hollywood dream in between recording episodes of this hot pod.You’ll also learn which guest has taught her the most about show business, what she misses most from home, and what her own burning dream is.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.a-brit-in-la.fmCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com

Catherine Lyn Scott was an actress for 16 years before finding her greatest talent came in helping others shine - first as a publicist for British performers in Los Angeles and then leading hugely successful Oscar campaigns.She has helped clients to 21 Oscar nominations and scored five Oscar wins in just the last seven years. No wonder she’s so in demand by ambitious and talented filmmakers.In this revealing interview with Lauren Samuels, Catherine reveals how she gets movies seen by voters and the press to build the all-important buzz that can power projects to award glory. She also discusses her work representing actors from hit shows like Ted Lasso and Downton Abbey and shares her secrets for success.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.a-brit-in-la.fmCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com