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The Glamorous GrindExposing Daycare Negligence & CPS FailuresReach Out HereWhen tragedy strikes a family, especially one involving a child, the path forward can seem impossibly daunting. Enter Keri Nahama, a formidable personal injury attorney who specializes in representing society's most vulnerable victims – children who cannot speak for themselves.With a philosophy she describes as "polite until provoked," Keri reveals the profound purpose behind personal injury law that goes far beyond monetary compensation. Through heartbreaking yet inspiring stories, she demonstrates how holding wrongdoers accountable not only provides justice for individual families but creates safer environments for all children.One particularly mo...
2025-08-1932 minThe Glamorous GrindBillion-Dollar Justice for Foster KidsReach Out HereThe journey to justice often takes unexpected paths. Attorney Blake Woodhall returns to share the remarkable conclusion of his fight against Los Angeles County, resulting in a historic $4 billion settlement for 11,000 survivors of sexual abuse in the foster care system over a staggering 65-year period.Behind the headlines and enormous settlement figure lies a profound human story. Woodhall reveals how victims—many now in their 60s, 70s, and 80s—have carried the weight of childhood trauma throughout their entire lives. These survivors commonly struggle with educational disruptions, employment instability, relationship difficulties, and prof...
2025-08-1245 minThe Glamorous GrindPassion: How a Drummer Became a TBI AttorneyReach Out HereWhen passion meets purpose, extraordinary results follow. Attorney Eric Ganci embodies this principle in every aspect of his multifaceted career—from drummer to DUI defense attorney to brain injury specialist. His journey reveals a powerful truth: authenticity isn't just personally fulfilling it's professionally advantageous.Eric's signature bow ties aren't just fashion statements but symbols of his commitment to bringing his whole self to his work. "Lean into who you are as a person, then jurors respond well," he explains, sharing how this philosophy has contributed to his impressive record of 72 trial victories. Ra...
2025-08-0524 minThe Glamorous GrindWhy “Quiet Quitting” Isn’t the Flex You Think It IsReach Out HereIs quiet quitting a form of self-care, silent protest… or just career sabotage in disguise?In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, Ilona and Mila tackle the controversial workplace trend of quiet quitting. They break down the generational clash between hustle culture and the new wave of boundaries, the harsh realities of inflation, the emotional cost of underappreciation, and how to protect your peace—without sabotaging your career.Whether you're burnt out, fed up, or just wondering if it's worth going the extra mile at work, this episode gives it to y...
2025-07-2936 minThe Glamorous GrindWhat No One Tells You About Leaving the MilitaryReach Out HereWhat happens after our heroes return home?In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, we sit down with Dr. Gerald P. Porter—veteran, senior USPS executive, and advocate for North County Veterans Stand Down. We uncover the often-invisible battles veterans face once they leave the military: PTSD, homelessness, unemployment, incarceration, and fractured families.🎖️ From personal stories to systemic failures, we explore:Why so many veterans struggle with re-entry into civilian lifeThe alarming rise of homeless women veteransLegal and mental health challenges that go unaddressedThe heartbreaking connection between divorce, trauma, and ide...
2025-07-2238 minThe Glamorous GrindPrenups 101: Love, Law & Protecting Your FutureReach Out HereAre prenups just for the rich—or are they a smart move for anyone saying “I do”?In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, Ilona and Mila are joined by certified family law specialist Andrew Rosenberry to unpack the truth about prenuptial agreements. From protecting both parties to why they’re more common (and necessary) than ever, we’re breaking down the legal and emotional realities of love, money, and marriage.💔 What if your partner refuses to sign? 💼 What makes a prenup enforceable—or totally useless in court? 👰🏽♀️ Should you skip marriage and jus...
2025-07-1544 minThe Glamorous GrindSurviving to Thriving: Life After Narcissistic AbuseReach Out HerePodcast host Lindsay Abernathy joins Ilona and Mila to discuss the hidden epidemic of domestic abuse, emotional manipulation, and the failures of the family court system.Lindsay — host of Bitch Is A Bad Word — shares her personal survival story and explains why silence is dangerous, how trauma bonds form, and what “pink flags” really mean. From love bombing and gaslighting to corruption in courtrooms, Lindsay speaks out for every woman who’s ever felt stuck, unheard, or afraid to leave.
2025-07-1035 minThe Glamorous GrindMisclassified? The Truth About Independent Contractors vs EmployeesReach Out HereAre you actually an employee—but getting paid like a contractor?In this eye-opening episode of The Glamorous Grind, Ilona and Mila expose the legal gray areas surrounding independent contractor misclassification. From workplace horror stories to California’s ABC Test, AB5, and the Uber & Lyft legal wars, this episode is packed with insight every worker and employer needs to hear.🎧 You’ll learn:What makes someone a W-2 employee vs a 1099 contractorWhy so many businesses get it wrong—sometimes on purposeThe real conseq...
2025-07-0130 minThe Glamorous GrindInside Human Trafficking: DA Summer Stephan Reveals What No One SeesReach Out HereSan Diego District Attorney Summer Stephan joins The Glamorous Grind for a chilling, eye-opening look into the hidden world of human trafficking—and how it’s happening right in our own neighborhoods.With over 35 years of experience on the front lines of justice, DA Stephan shares how a childhood moment sparked her lifelong mission to protect the vulnerable. From teens recruited on Instagram to trafficking operations that thrive without a single bruise, this episode is packed with truth, tools, and action.💥 Human trafficking is the second largest criminal industry in the wor...
2025-06-2437 minThe Glamorous GrindOne Safe Place: Help for Domestic Violence SurvivorsReach Out HereIf you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, abuse, or trauma—this episode could change everything.This week on The Glamorous Grind, attorneys Ilona Antonyan and Mila Arutunian go inside One Safe Place North County, a trauma-informed Family Justice Center serving survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, human trafficking, and more.Joining them is Claudio Grasso, former Chief of the Family Protection Division and now Director of One Safe Place, who shares the heartbreaking realities survivors face and how this center provides life-saving wraparound ca...
2025-06-1740 minThe Glamorous GrindPower Dressing: The Law of Image with Dean HallReach Out HereCan what you wear make or break your career? This week on The Glamorous Grind, Ilona and Mila welcome fashion expert Dean Hall to talk about the politics, pressure, and prestige behind how we present ourselves. Dean has styled celebrities, CEOs, and pro athletes—and he’s here to spill the glam tea on everything from courtroom couture to TV set chaos.Together, we discuss:The psychology behind style and first impressionsHow to radiate authority and femininity without compromiseWhy looking polished isn't about being richStyle advice for lawyers, entrepreneurs, and ambitious wome...
2025-06-1037 minThe Glamorous GrindDivorce 101: What to Expect & How to Protect YourselfReach Out HereThinking about divorce or already in the thick of it? In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, Ilona and Mila break down everything you need to know about navigating divorce with clarity, confidence, and class.Ilona—certified family law specialist—walks us through the entire process: from recognizing the red flags that it might be time to leave, to the step-by-step legal timeline, child custody, financial division, and how to protect your peace during one of the most emotionally charged experiences in life.Mila brings the real questions and relatable insi...
2025-06-0345 minThe Glamorous GrindServing the Servers: How Big Table Is Transforming Hospitality CareReach Out HereWhat happens when the people who serve us—restaurant staff, hotel workers, bartenders—quietly fall into crisis?Nick Petro, San Diego City Director of Big Table, joins The Glamorous Grind to pull back the curtain on a growing, hidden emergency in the hospitality industry. From eviction to mental health breakdowns, workers are often left to fend for themselves—until Big Table shows up.In this episode, we explore:The truth about working in hospitality todayStories of real lives changed through compassionHow Big Table acts as a safe...
2025-05-2723 minThe Glamorous GrindViral Justice: How Attorney Ryan Is Changing the Legal Game on TikTokReach Out HereThis week on The Glamorous Grind, we sit down with employment attorney and viral legal influencer Ryan Stygar, aka “The Labor Lawyer” on TikTok. From his blue-collar roots in firefighting to building a law firm from scratch during the pandemic, Ryan shares the gritty truth behind online advocacy, legal education, and what it really takes to go viral.🎙️ Inside the episode:How Attorney Ryan built a 2M+ following with legal truth bombsWhy authenticity and empathy are his secret weaponsOur viral “Red Flag / Green Flag” game on real-world legal scenariosThe Starbucks vir...
2025-05-201h 00The Glamorous GrindThe Price of Peace: What Divorce Really CostsReach Out HereIn the premiere of Season 2 of The Glamorous Grind, attorneys Ilona Antonyan and Mila Arutunian sit down with family law expert Nicholas Moore for a raw, insightful look at the emotional and legal minefields of family court and juvenile dependency cases.What happens when CPS knocks on your door? When does emotional abuse become a legal case? And what does “full custody” really mean?In this episode, you’ll hear:The real legal process behind CPS and juvenile courtRed flag vs. green flag scenarios in custody and separationHow recovery from a...
2025-05-1330 minThe Glamorous GrindSexual Harassment & Restraining Orders: The Legal Truth You Need to HearReach Out HereSexual harassment. Wrongful termination. Domestic violence. Restraining orders. In this season finale of The Glamorous Grind, attorneys Mila and Ilona get real about some of the most misunderstood legal issues people face today—both at work and at home.They break down what actually qualifies as harassment, how to protect yourself if you’re fired for reporting abuse or having a medical condition, and how restraining orders can be used to protect victims—or manipulate custody and court outcomes.Whether you're an emp...
2025-04-2238 minThe Glamorous GrindThe Law of Attraction with Zen Fashionista Sonya BergReach Out HereSonya Berg on Manifestation, Vision Boards and Leading with HeartFashion powerhouse, spiritual teacher and aspiring political candidate Sonya Berg, also known as the "Zen Fashionista," joins us for an inspiring deep dive into the power of manifestation and living with intention.For over 14 years, Sonya taught manifestation techniques on television, making these once-niche ideas accessible to the mainstream. In this episode, she shares how visualization, journaling and vision boards can help anyone tap into their true potential, whether you're dreaming of a new home, a...
2025-04-1530 minThe Glamorous GrindThe Business of Building Community with June AnReach Out HereWhat if your hardest moments could become your greatest strengths? June An, entrepreneur and founder of The Group SD, joins us to share how he transformed a turbulent childhood into a life of purpose, leadership, and service.Born to Korean immigrants and raised by a Hispanic family for six unexpected years, June's early life defied convention. Spanish was his first language. Reunion with his father brought challenges—but instead of resentment, June chose growth. "Nobody's going to save me, so I became that person for others," he says.That mindset po...
2025-04-0829 minThe Glamorous GrindBig Brand Energy: Cayce Lynch on Fearless NetworkingReach Out HereCasey Lynch, National Managing Partner at Tyson Mendes, joins us to demystify personal branding and networking with refreshing honesty and tactical wisdom. From building a firm of 40 to over 250 attorneys, Casey shares how defining your values lays the foundation for authentic leadership, meaningful relationships, and self-advocacy. We tackle networking myths, introvert-friendly strategies, rejection resilience, and the realities women face in leadership—plus insights on perfectionism, control, and growth. Whether you’re early in your career or scaling up, this episode is packed with gems to level up your professional presence. Want more glam...
2025-04-0145 minThe Glamorous GrindFighting the System: The Dark Truth about CPSReach Out HereA powerful government agency with minimal oversight. Children separated from parents based on personal conflicts. Social workers who lie in court reports with no consequences. This isn't dystopian fiction—it's the reality of child welfare systems across America.Sean McMillan, a pioneering civil rights attorney, pulls back the curtain on one of the most devastating abuses of power affecting families today: judicial deception in child protective services. After stumbling into this specialized practice through a case referred by his father, McMillan discovered a pattern of constitutional violations that permanently alter lives yet re...
2025-03-2543 minThe Glamorous GrindWomen Who Run the WorldReach Out HereMila and Ilona raise their glasses to International Women's Month in this raw, unfiltered conversation about what it truly means to be a woman in law and in life. They welcome fellow accomplished attorney Lana Nassar for a champagne-fueled discussion that quickly moves beyond surface-level platitudes into the heart of shared female experience."Women all over the world experience the same things," observes Lana during one particularly poignant moment. "You get your period, you show up. You have cramps, you show up. You go through a miscarriage, you show up." This resilience...
2025-03-1834 minThe Glamorous GrindManifestation Meets DisciplineReach Out HereSuccess isn’t just about manifesting—it’s about action.Trial attorneys Mila and Ilona sit down to tackle the idea of manifestation. Does having a vision for your life hinder or help you? Can you really manifest your reality or it is just a nice starting point? They look at their lives as working professionals and mothers, revealing how they've built thriving law practices while staying true to their identities.In this episode they explore the balance between visualization and hard work. Ilona shares her own ma...
2025-03-1137 minThe Glamorous GrindA Voice to Voiceless ChildrenReach Out HereStep into a heartfelt exploration of resilience, advocacy, and the unseen struggles surrounding child sexual abuse as we welcome Blake Woodhall to the podcast. A devoted father and attorney, Blake shares his powerful journey from personal trauma to professional advocacy, aiming to amplify the voices of those previously silenced. The episode dives deep into the intricacies of the legal landscape, highlighting the newly opened opportunities for victims to seek justice against their abusers in California. Listeners will gain insight into the emotional toll of childhood trauma, the vital role of empathy in t...
2025-03-0437 minThe Glamorous GrindHeadlines & Reality: Artem's Story Part 2Reach Out HerePart 2 of our conversation with Artem Chigvintsev. Dive deep into the complexities of identity, public perception, and the journey of healing in our latest podcast episode featuring a heartfelt conversation with the talented Artem Chigvintsev, who has weathered the storms of life and fame. Discover how his experiences shape his views on co-parenting, navigating through divorce, and the importance of understanding one's truth in a world that often focuses on headlines rather than stories. During our candid discussion, he opens up about the struggles of living under public scrutiny and how it has influenced...
2025-02-2526 minThe Glamorous GrindFresh Starts & New Beginnings: Artem's Story Part 1Reach Out HereDiscover the captivating journey of Artem Chigvintsev, a Dancing with the Stars champion and Emmy-nominated performer, as he shares his remarkable story from Izhevsk, Russia to the bright lights of American television. Listen to Artem reveal the unexpected twists and turns that brought him to the U.S., launching him into a career filled with both triumphs and trials. He discusses the fascinating blend of teaching, choreography, and the relationship-building that fuels his success, and how personal experiences like public divorce and fatherhood have reshaped his outlook on life and empathy.Join...
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