Hey Gurl! with Bill Janisse

Bill Janisse
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Join host Bill Janisse every week when he sits down with inspirational guests who are taste makers and experts in their field while celebrating love , life and the tenacity of the human spirit as we go through their personal journeys in life which led them to their current success. Bill Janisse has traveled the world as an entertainer, choreographer and Producer as well as being a published writer. Each episode will keep you laughing and entertained. A perfect start to your weekend. New Episodes Every Friday !

  1. Jul 21

    Lauren Gottshall

    This week on Hey Gurl!, I sit down with one of Nashville's rising stars, Lauren Gottshall. With powerhouse vocals, heartfelt songwriting, and an undeniable stage presence, Lauren is quickly making a name for herself in Music City. Originally from just outside Chicago, Lauren's passion for music began almost as soon as she could walk—playing instruments at just three years old, performing by five, and writing songs by the age of twelve. Since relocating to Nashville, she's already shared the stage with some of country music's biggest names, opening for Jason Aldean and performing alongside artists including O.A.R., Warren Zeiders, Chris Janson, and The Samples, while taking the stage at legendary venues like The Bluebird Cafe, The Listening Room, and 3rd & Lindsley. In this episode, Lauren opens up about her journey to Nashville, the highs and challenges of pursuing a career in country music, finding her authentic voice as an artist, and the experiences that have shaped both her music and her life. We also chat about songwriting, dream collaborations, what's next in her rapidly growing career, and, of course, share plenty of laughs along the way. Whether you're a longtime country music fan or simply love hearing inspiring stories from talented creatives chasing their dreams, you won't want to miss this conversation. Website: https://www.laurengottshall.com/ Instagram: @lauren_gottshall TikTok: @laurengottshall

    Lauren Gottshall

  2. Jul 13

    Kyle Ridley

    This week, I'm thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented Kyle Ridley to Hey Gurl! Kyle is a two-time Emmy Award-winning journalist with more than two decades of experience spanning print, television, and digital media. After internships with The Dr. Phil Show and NBC Los Angeles, Kyle returned to the Washington, D.C. area, where he built a successful career in government procurement at Deltek, serving as both a principal analyst and employee trainer. But his passion for storytelling ultimately led him back to journalism. Kyle joined WJLA ABC7 as a segment producer before working his way up to producing live morning broadcasts, including Good Morning Washington, Outside the Classroom, and The Pet Show with Dr. Katy. He also created the Emmy Award-winning series The Mother Side. He later joined the top-rated Good Day DC on WTTG FOX5, where he earned his second Emmy Award as Live Producer of the Year in 2025. Today, Kyle is the founder of Ridley Media and host of The Tangle with Kyle Ridley podcast, where he sits down with an impressive lineup of entertainers, journalists, and thought leaders for insightful and engaging conversations. In this episode, Kyle and I chat about our shared love of television, the challenges and opportunities of starting over in your 40s, navigating life as gay men in today's social and political climate, and the inspiring journey that led him to create The Tangle. It's an honest, funny, and thoughtful conversation you won't want to miss. Be sure to follow Kyle on TikTok @kyleridleytangle, Instagram @kyleridley_, and listen to The Tangle with Kyle Ridley wherever you get your podcasts.

    Kyle Ridley

  3. Jul 4

    Season 4 Premiere: OZZIE

    Hey Gurls… we're back! 💖 After a brief hiatus, Hey Gurl! returns for an exciting fourth season, and I'm kicking things off with an incredibly talented guest who truly does it all. This week, I sit down with Ozzie (Mark Osmendsen)—professional dancer, actor, choreographer, fashion icon, and New York City's self-proclaimed Prince of Burlesque. We dive into his remarkable career, from captivating audiences with Company XIV and Brolesque to performing with The Metropolitan Opera. Ozzie also shares insights into his creative journey, what inspires him, and what exciting projects you can catch this summer. Whether you're passionate about dance, theater, or simply love hearing the stories behind extraordinary artists, this conversation is filled with inspiration, laughter, and plenty of sparkle. Follow Ozzie on Instagram @markozzie and TikTok @mark_ozzie to stay up to date on his latest performances and projects. You can also stream his fitness classes on the Glo app. Welcome back to Hey Gurl!—I'm so happy you're here.

  4. 12/17/2022

    Season 3 Finale: PATTY AND PATTY

    Hey Gurls!!! In honor of the season 3 Finale, I'm so thrilled to be joined by Patty and Patty®, the hit comedy web series about two middle-aged Italian Broads from NYC's Hell's Kitchen. Created by and starring Anita Salvate and Marilyn Matarrese.Over 120M views on TikTok, Over 50M views on InstagramOver 3M views on Facebook"Where Ya Gonna Go? Whatya Gonna Do?"®Listen along as I get to interview Patty and Patty, then stick around for the second half of the interview where I get to know An...

    Season 3 Finale: PATTY AND PATTY

  5. 11/09/2022

    MARK SCHWAB

    Mark Schwab is a writer, director, producer, actor and film maker. He is the owner of DITR Films and creator of the award winning film "Brotherly Lies" Along with Co-Owner, Mark Balunis, they've had a thirty-five year road of Super8mm filming, 16mm filming, MiniDV tape, RED cameras, SONY cameras and BlackMagic cameras. It’s been location shooting, digital assets, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro and DaVinci Resolve. It’s been film festivals, road trips to Los Angeles, t...

  6. 11/06/2022

    SUSAN STARR

    Susan Starr is an AFAB Drag Performer, and musician here in Las Vegas and leading contestant in the recent Miss ABSOLUT Drag Pageant. In this episode we talk about her personal journey, drag esthetic, as well as her personal experience as an AFAB drag performer. Such a fun episode, welcome to the Hey Gurl Family Susan! Follow Susan Starr: Instagram: @itssusanstarrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastardust Bill Janisse Instagram: @billjanisseBill FB: @billjanisse Hey Gurl! Instagram: @...

  7. 11/05/2022

    LU ASFAHA

    Lu Asfaha is an award winning filmmaker based in Toronto. Her films bend genres to explore themes of identity, belonging, and how things fall apart. In 2018 she released the short documentary Freedom Summer on CBC Gem, won the CineFAM script competition to make fantasy short Paladin and was part of the post production team on CSA-winning documentary Mr. Jane and Finch. In 2019, she was a Doc Accelerator Fellow at Hot Docs Film Festival and won the RBC Emerging Director Award at Regent Park Fi...

  8. 10/14/2022

    FERNANDO MIRO

    Today I am joined by the multitalented GURL, Fernando Miro. Fernando is a world class performer, dancer, acrobat, photographer and artist. We discuss his fun and exciting journey from touring the world and performing for Cirque du Soleil, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and now in Atomic Saloon here in Las Vegas. Fernando also shares with us his vision as a photographer and all the fun new things he's creating for his t-shirt company, Pop Art Mania which you can get now on Amazon. Such a fun episod...

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Join host Bill Janisse every week when he sits down with inspirational guests who are taste makers and experts in their field while celebrating love , life and the tenacity of the human spirit as we go through their personal journeys in life which led them to their current success. Bill Janisse has traveled the world as an entertainer, choreographer and Producer as well as being a published writer. Each episode will keep you laughing and entertained. A perfect start to your weekend. New Episodes Every Friday !

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