Too Much with Denise Love Hewett

BONUS EPISODE: Why Too Much?: Our Mission Statement

Are you feeling stuck, burnt out, or questioning if there's more to life than the traditional career ladder?
You're not alone. In this powerful mission statement episode, Denise shares her personal journey from corporate burnout to purposeful entrepreneurship, revealing why she created Too Much and why society's blueprint for success is fundamentally broken.
After building and shutting down a tech startup, working across fashion, events, TV production, and tech, Denise discovered her 15-year DJ career had been her secret blueprint all along. Showing her how to build a life of ease and joy, without the grind. This realization sparked her mission to share the wisdom she'd been "hoarding" from successful, fulfilled humans who were creating new pathways outside the status quo.
Learn why 40% of global workers are planning to quit their jobs, and more importantly, how Denise believes we can all design lives that prioritize purpose and fulfillment.
Key topics covered:
The hidden cost of chasing society's success checklist
How to live authentically without sacrificing financial stability
The difference between external achievements and internal fulfillment
Practical steps to align your career with your values and purpose
Whether you're experiencing quarter-life crisis, midlife questioning, or Sunday Scaries, this mission-driven episode offers Denise's framework for creating a purpose-driven life that feels both meaningful and financially sustainable. This is why Too Much exists, to prove that you don't have to betray yourself to build a successful life and pay your bills.
Perfect for millennials and Gen Z professionals who are ready to unsubscribe from hustle culture and embrace their own Too Much energy to design their unique definition of success.

Hollywood Myths and Redefining Success with Brooke Lyons

Denise and Brooke discuss stepping into your truth, following your intuition and no longer staying small. 
On this episode of Too Much with Denise Love Hewett, actress and writer Brooke Lyons (The Affair, Two Broke Girls, Lincoln Rhyme, Life Sentence) shares her journey of reinvention, resilience, and redefining success in Hollywood. From her ballet dreams at Yale to navigating scoliosis, starting in LA with zero connections, and building a lasting career in film and TV, Brooke debunks Hollywood myths and reveals the realities of sustaining a creative life.
We dive into career challenges, personal growth, screenwriting projects, and the power of unlearning old narratives all through the lens of living life on your own terms.
A must-listen for anyone passionate about Hollywood, acting, storytelling, and redefining what success truly means in business, life, and beyond.
Brooke Lyons is a Los Angeles-based actor and writer. Best known for her recurring roles on THE AFFAIR (Showtime), TWO BROKE GIRLS (CBS), and REASONABLE DOUBT (Hulu), Brooke has also starred on LINCOLN RHYME: HUNT FOR THE BONE COLLECTOR (NBC) and LIFE SENTENCE (The CW). Other television credits include MAGNUM P.I. (CBS), TWO AND A HALF MEN (CBS), iZOMBIE (The CW), PSYCH (USA), THE MINDY PROJECT (Hulu), ROYAL PAINS (USA), THE ROOKIE (ABC) and many more. A Yale University graduate with a degree in English Literature, Brooke has written narrative nonfiction for a number of publications including HuffPost, HelloGiggles, and The Conversation with Amanda de Cadenet. Her screenwriting has been recognized as a semi-finalist for both Final Draft Big Break and The Writers Lab. She currently has several television and film projects in development.
You can follow her at  Brooke at @brookielyons
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The Artist's Journey with Mikal Angeles: How Spiritual Awakening Transformed Him from Rapper to R&B Soul Singer

Join Denise Love Hewett this week on Too Much as she sits down with LA-based R&B artist Mikal Angeles for an intimate conversation about spiritual awakening, artistic transformation, and finding your authentic voice.
In this deeply personal episode, Mikal shares his remarkable journey from being a rapper for 21 years to completely reinventing himself as an R&B singer with his new album "Magic Hour." Discover how losing everything, his job, car, and security became the catalyst for profound self-inquiry and spiritual growth. What You'll Learn:
How Michael transitioned from rap to R&B and why he coined "no rapping on this album"
The role of silence, meditation, and spiritual teachers in artistic evolution
Practical insights on self-inquiry, consciousness, and detaching from thoughts
How to navigate creative authenticity versus cultural expectations
The connection between spiritual awakening and creative expression
Mikal opens up about his spiritual practice, studying with spiritual teachers and how surrendering control led to unexpected synchronicities. He discusses the challenge of moving from the "braggadocious" rap persona to vulnerable R&B storytelling, and how true artistry comes from expressing your higher self.
Whether you're an artist seeking authenticity, someone on a spiritual journey, or curious about the creative process, this conversation offers profound insights into transformation, self-discovery, and the courage to reinvent yourself.
Featured Topics: Spiritual awakening, artistic authenticity, meditation, self-inquiry, R&B music, creative transformation, consciousness, Frank Ocean, Prince, Michael Jackson influences
Stream Mikal's  "Magic Hour" album and follow his journey @mikalangeles on Instagram.
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Creative Resilience: Rebuilding Life, Leadership, and Self with Kat Gordon

What does it take to start over when life as you know it falls apart? In this episode of Too Much, Denise Hewett talks with Kat Gordon, Founder of The 3% Movement, Executive Coach, and Reiki master, about the nonlinear journey of resilience, healing, and reinvention.
Kat shares her story of navigating divorce, grief, menopause, an empty nest, and the end of her groundbreaking conference, and how she rebuilt her life and leadership from the ground up. Together, we explore:
How to rebuild your life after major change or loss
Why intuition is the ultimate GPS for leadership and creativity
Tools for resilience: grief counseling, Reiki, community, movement, and meditation
The difference between forcing outcomes vs. co-creating with possibility
Why creative reinvention is one of the most powerful acts of healing
If you’re facing transition, burnout, or uncertainty, this episode will help you reconnect to your inner strength, embrace new possibilities, and trust yourself in times of change.
Follow Kat: @katgordon | @3percentconfFollow Denise: @deniselovehewett | @toomuchwithdlhEmail hello@deniselovehewett.com for any suggestions or submit questions for  advice.
Kat Gordon is the Founder of The 3% Movement and co-Founder of the 3% Coaching Coalition, a cohort of executive coaches who have all led creative teams. She was named one of "30 Most Creative Women in Advertising" by Business Insider and "Visionary of the Year" from Advertising Age. She started The 3% Movement to spotlight a huge business opportunity in advertising -- the lack of female creative leadership and its impact on connecting with an overwhelmingly female marketplace. Since its 2012 launch, the 3% Movement helped female creative directors rise from just 3% of the industry to 29%.  In addition to working as an Executive Coach, Kat is also a Reiki Master. She serves on the Board of The Representation Project and as an advisor to Empower Work and Coaching for Everyone. She is passionate about elevating the contributions of women and people of color, especially as they relate to innovation. 
 
 
 

The Single Tax: Why Single Women Pay the Highest Price

In this week’s solo episode, Denise Love Hewett breaks down the “single tax," the financial penalty and structural inequities that come with living life unmarried in America. With nearly half the U.S. population single and 45% of women projected to choose singledom by 2030, this issue is bigger than ever.
Denise explores:
The hidden lifetime cost of being single (up to $1M more than married counterparts)
How the tax code, health insurance, estate planning, and Social Security all favor marriage
The disproportionate burden on women and women of color
The role of culture, policy, and history in shaping these inequities
Why single women, despite being the happiest demographic, still pay the highest price
This isn’t just about dating, it’s about economic justice, gender equity, and the future of work and wealth. Take a listen, share your thoughts, and let’s start the conversation about building policies that reflect our changing demographics.
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Courage in the Face of Cancer with Billie Whitehouse

In this moving episode of Too Much, Denise Love Hewett sits down with one of her closest friends, Billie Whitehouse, innovator, designer, and founder of Wearable X, for an honest conversation about her diagnosis. Billie shares what it was like to receive a life-altering diagnosis, the realities of treatment, and how she continues to navigate uncertainty with grace, humor, and strength. Together, Denise and Billie explore: How to cope with a cancer diagnosis and find resilience in the hardest times What it really means to show up for friends who are sick The role of creativity and innovation in healing Lessons on friendship, grief, and finding beauty in vulnerability Why honesty and presence matter more than “positivity” in times of crisis Billie Whitehouse is the award-winning CEO of Wearable X, recognized globally for her human-centered design in wearable technology, including the groundbreaking Nadi X yoga pants. She has been featured in Fast Company, Forbes, and Business Insider as one of the most innovative leaders in tech and fashion. This episode is a testament to resilience, friendship, and the power of showing up, especially when life gets hard.
Follow Billie: @billiewhouse
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Being Your Self with Tara Raani: From Tech Career to Creative Star

In this inspiring episode, Denise sits down with actor, writer, and model Tara Raani to discuss her unconventional path from MIT computer science student to Grown-ish star. What You'll Learn:
How Tara strategically built a tech career at Google to fund her creative dreams
The exact steps she took to transition from software engineering to full-time performer
Her breakthrough story of booking Grown-ish through a TikTok follower's tip
Why she created a viral 10-episode TikTok series that garnered 10 million views
The realities of modeling for major brands like Burberry, Gucci, and Balmain
How to balance artistic authenticity with financial stability
Tara Raani is an actor, writer, and model based in New York City, best known for her role as Zaara Ali on Grown-ish. As a runway model, she has walked for Burberry, Gucci, Balmain, Coperni, and more. Her name means "star," and she's living up to it.
Connect with Tara: @Tara.raani
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BONUS EPISODE: The F-Word

What if your greatest failure is your greatest beginning?
In this powerful episode, Denise Love Hewett shares her raw, personal journey through business failure and heartbreak to reveal why failure might actually be love wearing a different name.
Drawing from Carol Dweck's growth mindset research and her own experience losing a company after nearly a decade, Denise explores how to navigate failure with grace, process grief without rushing to the next win, and find courage in the liminal space between who you were and who you're becoming. Perfect for entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone who's ever felt 'frozen in amber' after a major setback. Learn why the size of your failure is often proportional to the size of your dreams, and discover practical wisdom for failing better next time.

Answering Your Burning AI Questions with Dr. Nataliya Kosmyna: How ChatGPT Affects Your Brain & Critical Thinking

MIT neuroscientist Dr. Nataliya Kosmyna joins Denise Love Hewett to reveal groundbreaking research that's changing how we understand AI's impact on the human brain. Her viral study on "cognitive debt" shows exactly when AI helps expand neural capacity and when it diminishes our critical thinking abilities. What you'll discover:
The shocking truth about how ChatGPT affects memory retention 
Why timing matters: When AI enhances brain function vs. when it creates dependency
How it can homogenize thoughts and language
How to use AI as a thinking partner, not a replacement
Dr. Kosmyna is a Research Scientist at MIT Media Lab's Fluid Interfaces group, Visiting Faculty Researcher at Google, and serves as an international expert for UNESCO on neurotechnology ethics. With 16+ years in brain-computer interfaces and collaborations with NASA, Boston Dynamics, and Microsoft Research, she's at the forefront of human-AI integration research.
You can follow her at https://www.braini.io/ and @Nataliyakosmyna
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Chinese Astrological Grounding and Planning with Anita Rosenberg: Fire Years, Feng Shui Tips & Wealth Activation

Discover what Chinese astrology reveals about the volatile "fire years" ahead (2025-2027) and learn practical feng shui strategies to thrive during this transformative period. In this episode, feng shui expert and Chinese astrology specialist Anita Rosenberg breaks down:
2025 Wood Snake Year Predictions: Why this fire period brings explosive creativity, hidden revelations, and global upheaval
Wealth Activation Tips: How to use feng shui flying stars and water vase activations to trigger prosperity in your home
Period 9 Energy Shift: The 20-year cycle that started in 2024 and what it means for middle-aged women, AI industries, and spiritual growth
Success Day Planning: How to use Chinese metaphysics to time important decisions and business launches
Practical Feng Shui: Activation techniques anyone can implement
Anita explains why the next three years (2025-2027) mirror historical periods like 1906-1907 and 1966-1967, what to expect from the "Crimson Horse" and "Red Goat" years, and how to navigate uncertainty with ancient wisdom.
What began as an artist’s adventures throughout Asia became an odyssey of self-discovery and personal enrichment. A lifetime of metaphysical study has brought Anita to this spiritual place, and she wants to share it. As the go-to expert in Los Angeles, Aspen, NYC, and India for Feng Shui and Chinese Astrology, her unique blend of Western and Chinese Metaphysics transformsand illuminates each client’s homes, businesses, and lives. An international speaker, award-winning author, and television personality with over 27 years of experience, Anita’s high-profile clients, including Miranda Kerr, Ashley Tisdale, and Virginia Madsen (partial list) rave that she is fun to work with, authentic, and heartfelt. As one of the few female directors in Hollywood in the late ‘80s with cult classic films Modern Girls and Assault of the Killer Bimbos, Anita’s mission is to direct others to reach their personal and professional goals while shining in the spotlight. Anita Rosenberg is the author of the Popular Culture IPPY award-winning book How to Be The Star of Your Life: Lessons From Hollywood & Beyond (Heliotrope Publishing, 2024).
You can follow her at  @AnitaRosenbergStudio and www.AnitaRosenberg.com
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