Potluck Saturday: The Truth About Trying to “Make It” Today

Heal Squad x Maria Menounos

Maria Menounos, Heal Squad

Education, Self-improvement, Health & Fitness, Mental Health

4.7 • 2K Ratings

🗓️ 18 April 2026

⏱️ 62 minutes

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Summary

Happy Potluck Saturday, Heal Squad. Kev’s back in Hollywood mode with Ashley, and they get into how much the industry has changed, the death of the “movie star,” why everything feels smaller, safer, and more manufactured now… and how fame, deals, and platforms really get built behind the scenes (including some very real talk on contracts, leverage, and knowing when to walk away). There’s also a deep dive into what’s blowing up right now, Alex Cooper vs. Alix Earle, Barstool, podcast deals, and why the people who win are usually the ones who just… don’t care what anyone thinks. But underneath all of it is a bigger thread: authenticity. Who actually makes it, who fades out, and why staying real is the only thing that seems to last now. Talk shawtly! Join the Heal Squad Day of Reset: https://www.healsquad.com/reset HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

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0:00.0	Friends, I know someone who did something really cool recently. So they just listed their space on Airbnb and use that money to help fund their own escape on Airbnb, like a swap. I've talked about it, but now that I know someone who did it personally, it's so cool that it works. And now with Airbnb's co-host network, hosting is easier than ever. You can hire a vetted local co-host to handle all the behind-the-scenes detail so hosting stays completely stress-free while you enjoy your time off.
0:24.6	So if you're thinking, hey, that could work for me.
0:27.2	Find a co-host at Airbnb.com slash host and enjoy your vacay.
0:31.4	Here on Hill Squad, friends, you have probably heard the concept of you can't heal in the same environment you got sick in.
0:54.6	And I've recently realized this might actually make more sense that I initially believed. It's hard to recharge in your environment. And I know that for sure because Kev always says that I have ants in my pants because I can never relax at home. But I do when I go somewhere new. And by this time, you know that when I travel, I love to stay in homes on Airbnb.
1:00.9	And here's why. Whether I'm healing in the Dominican Republic or El Salvador, amazing homes right on the beach, by the way, a home on Airbnb just makes the whole experience feel so relaxed because
1:06.3	everything's right there. And here's something else to think about. The next time you're away
1:09.8	traveling, you can list your space on Airbnb. It's a great way to earn some extra cash and even fund your next trip.
1:16.2	And now with Airbnb's co-host network, you can hire a vetted local co-host to manage reservations,
1:21.0	guest communication, and provide on-site support so hosting stays stress-free and manageable.
1:26.7	So if you've ever thought about hosting, but need a little
1:28.7	help, find a co-host at Airbnb.com slash host.
1:35.0	I'm on a journey to heal and get better in all areas of life, and I want to do it with you. Welcome
1:40.4	to Heal Squad by Maria Menounos, where we improve and heal all parts of our lives, most importantly our health.
1:47.6	Heel Squad by Maria Menuno's, your life improvement series starts now.
2:13.1	Music Hey everyone. Welcome to Potlock Hollywood on this Saturday.
2:20.9	The old E.T. themes, entertainment tonight theme song, written by the great John Tesh, one of the original hosts.
2:28.9	Now, I'm joined by my old co-host, Ashley Grace Daniels, who's going to help me today with this potluck Hollywood.
2:29.8	How are you, Ashley?
2:33.5	How are you, Kev? How's your summer?
2:35.8	Summer's right around the corner.
2:37.3	Summer's right on the corner.
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