Hello, my beautiful friends! Welcome to the final episode of The Hollywood Second Act Club Podcast for this year. Can you believe we’re wrapping up 2024? Today, I’m settling in for a little heart-to-heart to close out the year. I'll be sharing three big lessons that carried over from my life in production that really stood out to me this year ( I bet you can relate to a few!) Plus, a sneak peek at what’s coming in 2025...and everything in between! (like what I learned from my run-in with a cyber truck:)

I just want to take a moment to say a huge THANK YOU for tuning in this year! Your messages and conversations mean the world to me and I'm beyond grateful for each and every one of you. To all of the incredible guests who shared their stories with us here—thank you for reminding us that we’re in this together. You inspire me every day! This community has been the highlight of my journey and why I started this podcast. We’re better together, always. I can’t wait to keep the party going and continue growing together in 2025!

Before we dive in, if you’ve enjoyed the show and it’s sparked a little something in you, I’d love to hear about it! Consider this a gentle nudge to leave a review and share a takeaway. It really helps me understand what resonates with you and keeps the podcast growing for others to discover. I would appreciate it so much!

Alright, ready? Let's break it down.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Welcome to the Hollywood Second Act Club
00:50 Reflecting on 2024: Lessons Learned
02:12 Takeaway 1: Rest and Recharge
05:53 Takeaway 2: Embrace Imperfection
08:35 Takeaway 3: The Power of Community
10:10 Looking Ahead to 2025
12:43 Wrapping Up and Thank You

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Ready to hit the reset button and reboot? My guest today did just that! And the results were transformative. I'm thrilled to welcome financial adviser Kristin Wollam to the show this week.

Kristin began her career as a music supervisor in Los Angeles, working on films such as “The Blind Side,” “Sex and The City 2”, and Tom Ford’s “A Single Man.” She eventually took her talents to the boutique music publishing company Heavy Hitters Music, where she discovered, signed, and shaped artists for music placements in film and TV. In the spring of 2013, Kristin returned to her music supervision roots, becoming a Daytime Emmy Award-nominated music supervisor for her work on The Talk. Kristin also cultivated and began teaching the Music Supervision in Film & TV course at Belmont University’s West Coast location.

In this episode, she discusses the realizations that led her to step away from her career in entertainment, travel the world for a year, and ultimately find a new passion in financial planning for individuals, families, and small business-owners. Today, Kristin focuses on entertainment industry strategies and socially responsible investment planning, while also giving back to the entertainment community as a songwriting mentor to 1000+ songwriters.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about career pivots, personal growth, and what you discover when you allow yourself to let go and step away from what you know !

Time Stamps:

00:28 Welcome to the Hollywood Second Act Club Podcast

01:17 Upcoming Pop-Up Dinner Event

02:01 Kristen's Journey from Music Supervision to Financial Planning

02:28 Thanksgiving Reflections and Personal News

03:16 The Decision to Change Careers

04:12 Kristen's Background in the Music Industry

05:50 Transitioning Out of the Entertainment Industry

08:30 A Year of Travel and Self-Discovery

15:07 Starting Over in Chicago

16:43 Entering the Financial Services Industry

18:03 Advice for Aspiring Financial Advisors

21:23 The Emotional Side of Financial Planning

22:22 Trends in the Entertainment Industry

25:49 Kristen's Leap of Faith and Letting Go

31:17 Services Offered by Kristen Wallum

Connect with Kiristin:
Website- www.morganstanley.com/kristin.wollam

Email-kristin.wollam@morganstanley.com

Kristin's "Masterclass" Guinness Mac and Cheese recipe- let us know when you try it! Download here!

RSVP for the Dec 14th Popup Dinner by emailing
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Happy Thanksgiving Sweet Friends! In honor of this special day, we’ve got an episode that’s equal parts heartwarming and mouthwatering. Foodies and pizza lovers, this one's for you!

Joining us is the one and only Michael "Kriky" Krikorian—a sound mixer with credits like This Is Us, The Jungle Book, and American Horror Story. During the industry strikes, Michael took a leap and went all in on his passion for cooking - specifically Neopolitan style wood fired pizza- and he's gaining happy fans!

What started as a passion for feeding friends has turned into wrap-around-the-block lines at events like Burbank Holiday in the Park and the most recent IATSE “All In “ Mixer and Pac event . But this isn't just any pizza. Think 12 hr smoked brisket pizza, Tennessee-style pulled pork, and homemade cheese, and dough. Are you drooling yet?

This story about more than just insanely good pie—it's also proof that when you follow what lights you up... you might just create something extraordinary.

Today, Michael’s here to share his story, talk about his pizza biz, and give us the inside scoop on a seriously cool Pop-up Dinner Event we’re hosting on December 14th in Los Angeles for Hollywood Second Acters looking to connect and eat fab food. Tune in to hear all the details!

Thank You for being part of The Hollywood Second Act Club community. I'm so grateful for YOU!
Xo
Lex

Time Stamps:

00:00 The Joy of Cooking and Giving
00:27 Welcome to the Hollywood Second Act Club
01:12 Thanksgiving Special: Heartwarming Stories and Turkey Calls
02:17 Introducing Michael Krikorian: From Sound Mixer to Pizza Chef
04:04 Michael's Journey: From Hollywood to Neapolitan Pizza
05:09 The Impact of the Pandemic and Embracing a New Passion
06:09 Building a Pizza Business: From Backyard to Events
08:55 The Support of Community and Family
18:48 From Sound Mixing to Pizza Making: Transferable Skills
23:40 Looking Ahead: Future Goals and Special Events
25:30 Join Us for a Special Event
29:59 Closing Remarks and Gratitude

Connect with Michael:

Follow on Instagram- @delpretes_pizzeria

Website- www.delpretes.com


RSVP for the Dec 14th Popup Dinner by emailing
lex@hollywoodsecondactclub.com

Join the Club :

Follow on instagram - @hollywoodsecondactclub

Sign up for our Newsletter. Subscribe here.

Website- www.hollywoodsecondactclub.com

Coaching Services:

If you are interested in coaching and working together, schedule a time for a virtual coffee and let’s talk! I'd love to hear about your goals and see if I can be helpful hello@hollywoodsecondactclub.com

Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts:

"I heart Alexis and The Hollywood Second Act Club Podcast" If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more entertainment industry professionals–just like you–in crafting their own Fabulous Second Acts. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write

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