The Interview with Leslie Heaney

• The Gilded Age in Newport - feat. Trudy Coxe

  This past Sunday, June 22nd was the Season 3 Premiere of HBO's hit series, The Gilded Age. Part of the success of this show is the viewing audience's fascination of this time period -  a time of rapid change and immense wealth in the United States - and the grand mansions of the time located in Newport, Rhode Island.I thought my listeners would be interested in going behind the scenes - to learn more about this time of great change, wealth, power and drama in American History - and who better to give us a view into this world and history, than Trudy Coxe, the CEO and Executive Director of the Preservation Society of Newport County.In this episode, Trudy and I talk about the "Gilded Age" - this time of transformation following the Civil War where the railroads, oil, banking, created the Robber Barons and the rise of families like the Vanderbilts, Goulds, Astors.  We explore the similarities between the show and real like characters - for example, Bertha Russell and Alva Vanderbilt and how the show's creator, Julian Fellowes, went to great lengths to make certain that he was getting the historical details of the time correct.  Importantly, Fellowes engaged historians to ensure that the story of the rise of elite Black Americans during this time were being accurately portrayed through his character Peggy Scott.We also examine about the role of immigrants in this society, the architecture of these grand homes, the culture of religious freedom in Newport and the broader economy at the time. While we talk about the rise of these families and great wealth in America at the time, we also explore the fall of the Gilded Age and these grand summer cottages and the creation of the Preservation Society and its importance in maintaining these homes and in it this important period of American history.For lovers of history, Newport or the Gilded Age, this episode is for you!  And if you haven't already, be sure to follow us on Instagram @TheInterviewWithLeslie and subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode.

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• Every Body is a Swimsuit Body - feat. Joyann King Michael and Chrissy McCurdy

  THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: ⁠⁠TENMILE DISTILLERY ⁠⁠ All Interview listeners will receive 10% off their order when they use code “THEINTERVIEW” at checkout. ⁠⁠Click here to learn more⁠⁠. -------------------------------------In Today’s Episode: Meet the Women Redefining Swimwear and ShapewearIn this episode, I sit down with two dear friends and former neighbors from Millbrook—Joyann King Michael and Chrissy McCurdy—two of the three powerhouse founders behind Stylest, the brand transforming the swimwear and shapewear space.Stylest was born from a poolside wardrobe malfunction and has since evolved into a patented, best-in-class solution for women everywhere. Their signature DreamSculpt bras for swim, flattering suits, and effortlessly chic coverups have earned praise from Harper’s Bazaar to Oprah Daily—yes, Oprah really can’t live without them. Stylest is helping women everywhere feel like their best selves—because every body is a swimsuit body.In our conversation, we talk about building a company from scratch, juggling work and growing families, and redefining what it means to feel confident in your own skin. Joyann and Chrissy are smart, funny, and making things happen.This is an episode for the dreamers, the builders, and anyone who’s ever felt uneasy about swimsuit season. Stream it now! And if you haven't already, be sure to follow us on Instagram @TheInterviewWithLeslie and subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode.

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• [Part 2] Alzheimer’s and Brain Health - feat. Dr. Kellyann Niotis

  THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: ⁠TENMILE DISTILLERY ⁠In honor of Father’s Day, all Interview listeners will receive 10% off their order when they use code “THEINTERVIEW” at checkout. ⁠Click here to learn more⁠. -------------------------------------June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, and I was so fortunate to have the opportunity to sit down with expert preventative neurologist Dr. Kellyann Niotis. Dr. Niotis is the Director of Parkinson's and Lew Body Dementia at the Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases. She is the first fellowship-trained preventive neurologist specializing in risk reduction strategies for neurodegenerative disorders. She managed the first Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic at Weill Cornell Medical Center. We often hear about how little can be done once a person is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, Lew Body Dementia, or Parkinson's to reverse the progression of the disease. What is so exciting about my conversation with Dr. Niotis is that we talk about ways that we can scientifically reduce our risk of developing Alzheimer's, Lew Body, and Parkinson’s. My conversation with Dr. Niotis was so in-depth that I have divided this episode into two parts! Part 1 covered statistics on these diseases, as well as the reasons for their rise, symptoms that appear YEARS before diagnosis, and genetic testing - including who is a candidate and the pros and cons of undergoing these tests. In this episode (Part 2), we talk about all of the modifiable risk factors for dementia, from monitoring your cholesterol levels to having your hearing checked to getting the shingles vaccine. It was such an eye-opening and empowering conversation.This subject is a personal one for me having my mother-in-law having dementia before she died. After this episode, I hope you, like me, will feel like you have all of the knowledge and tools to reduce and reverse your risk of developing these diseases. This is a must-listen episode! And if you haven't already, be sure to follow us on Instagram ⁠@⁠⁠TheInterviewWithLeslie⁠ and subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode.

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• [Part 1] Alzheimer’s and Brain Health - feat. Dr. Kellyann Niotis

  THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: TENMILE DISTILLERY In honor of Father’s Day, all Interview listeners will receive 10% off their order when they use code “THEINTERVIEW” at checkout. Click here to learn more. -------------------------------------June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, and I was so fortunate to have the opportunity to sit down with expert preventative neurologist Dr. Kellyann Niotis. Dr. Niotis is the Director of Parkinson's and Lew Body Dementia at the Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases. She is the first fellowship-trained preventive neurologist specializing in risk reduction strategies for neurodegenerative disorders. She managed the first Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic at Weill Cornell Medical Center. We often hear about how little can be done once a person is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, Lew Body Dementia, or Parkinson's to reverse the progression of the disease. What is so exciting about my conversation with Dr. Niotis is that we talk about ways that we can scientifically reduce our risk of developing Alzheimer's, Lew Body, and Parkinson’s. My conversation with Dr. Niotis was so in-depth that I have divided this episode into two parts! Part 1, released today, will cover statistics on these diseases, as well as the reasons for their rise, symptoms that appear YEARS before diagnosis, and genetic testing - including who is a candidate and the pros and cons of undergoing these tests. In Part 2, we talk about all of the modifiable risk factors for dementia, from monitoring your cholesterol levels to having your hearing checked to getting the shingles vaccine. It was such an eye-opening and empowering conversation.This subject is a personal one for me having my mother-in-law having dementia before she died. After this episode, I hope you, like me, will feel like you have all of the knowledge and tools to reduce and reverse your risk of developing these diseases. This is a must-listen episode! And if you haven't already, be sure to follow us on Instagram @TheInterviewWithLeslie and subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode.

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• Discover Your Hidden Genius - feat. Betsy Wills

  I’m so excited to be back after my six-week break that was filled with parents’ weekends, school plays, crew races—and our daughter’s high school graduation!And I promise, this next episode was worth the wait.This week on The Interview, I sit down with Betsy Wills—co-founder of YouScience and author of Your Hidden Genius. Whether you’re reentering the workforce, feeling professionally unfulfilled, or graduating and unsure of your next steps, this conversation is for you.Betsy shares how we can use science—specifically an aptitude-based assessment—to uncover our innate strengths, interests, and traits. We explore how understanding your natural talents is the first step toward finding both career success and personal fulfillment.This episode is a powerful reminder that self-awareness is more than a buzzword—it’s the foundation for a meaningful life.Your Hidden Genius is the perfect graduation gift for your high school or college-aged children, but it’s also a must-read for anyone at any stage of life. We all deserve to better understand ourselves and what we’re truly meant to do.Don’t miss this one—it might just change how you see yourself.  Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.And if you haven't already, be sure to follow us on Instagram @TheInterviewWithLeslie and subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode.

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