Chris Lowe lost her son, Hudson Lowe, to suicide at age 20. Chris is a mental health activist who hopes to inspire others to push through their inner darkness and not be afraid to "Fall Forward."
Call Me Karizma is an upcoming artist in the world of hip hop and punk rock. He hopes to change the stigmas associated with mental health issues through his music.
Johnathan Lee Iverson, was the youngest and first African-American Ringmaster of Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus who discusses his incredible career, near-death experiences and the close of a 146 year old icon.
Katrina Spagnoletti is a survivor of sexual abuse who has turned her trauma into empowerment for others. With her platform "Voices" she educates people on how to protect themselves, inspire and motivate others.
Izzy Skormin is a survivor of domestic abuse and has started a platform called "Life After Him" to inspire men and women to get the help they deserve after leaving a toxic relationship.
Damion Gross is an influencer with cerebral palsy who has over 1.6 million followers. He makes videos of himself dancing, writing positive messages and he takes a stance against bullying.
Teresa Hyatt has dedicated her life to help in the fight against cancer as she lost her mother, father and brother to different deadly diseases. She hopes that by sharing her story others will become more aware of potential warning signs.
Peach Martine enjoys making music for her fans of all ages, especially on the social media app TikTok, where she has over 150,000 followers. Her music provides insight into the mind of young people.
Ever since she was a little girl, Anissa Neubauer knew she always wanted to be a mom, but she struggled to become one. Thanks to adoption, she was able to create the family she always wanted.
Jessica Craft is a model living in New York City who is trying to "fit" into the fashion industry. She was always told she was too big to be a model which led Jessica into battling substance abuse, eating disorders and bullying.
Tommy began his dance career as a jazz and hip-hop dancer before becoming a professional choreographer at only 13. He was bullied and beaten to the point of near-death because of his dancing passions and the stereotypes that came with it.
Marc Mero is a former WWE Wrestling Champion but his life was not easy. He was bullied throughout his entire life and turned to wrestle to protect himself. During his time in WWE, he battled addiction, loss and hitting rock bottom.
David van de Velde is the co-founder of Ketel One vodka and the founder of Van Gogh vodka. He shares stories of success, innovation, and his work with the community.
Miah Green is a 14-year-old award-winning aerialist, actress and humanitarian. She's an advocate for anti-bullying and a champion for encouraging and navigating today's youth into a path of volunteering in their communities.
Anne Therese Gennari is a former model, entrepreneur and environmental advocate. She's the co-founder of an ethical modeling agency, Role Model Management that hopes to inspire brands, companies and people to use their following for good.
John Spencer is a space architect that has worked on designs for the International Space Station, SpaceHab and he's designing an original concept for an orbital superyacht.
Harrison Houde is an actor, writer and director. Harrison and Makaila dive into the conversation of body image and how double standards can impact men just as much as women.
Karen Noseff Aldridge is the founder of Rebel Athletic. She opens up about her own experiences with bullying, how she hopes to inspire the youth to be kind to one another and the "Rebel Against Bullying" movement.
Cameron Gellman is a superhero both on and off-screen. He's an ambassador for the juvenile diabetes foundation because he too was diagnosed with type one diabetes.
Christina Grainger gets Blatantly Honest about her life as a nurse and commitment to helping others. She hopes to inspire others to volunteer regardless of their busy work schedules.
Bubba Almony is a celebrity bodyguard and shares stories about his life in the field and those he has helped. Off the clock, he's an anti-bullying advocate who inspires the youth to look out for each other.
Hear from a mental health expert and someone who has battled bi-polar disorder. Janet Dillion and Vida Hargrett get Blatantly Honest on mental health and ways to seek help.
Atown is a celebrity entertainer and social media star. Despite his fame, he was bullied since he was a little kid. He hopes to inspire others to not let the haters stop you from going after your dreams.
Kechi is a burn survivor, musical artist, and advocate. She claims that her passion for music, her faith and her family helped her get through her burn treatments and daily life.
Hillary Husband is a three-time cancer survivor and former patient at St. Jude. She opens up about the stigmas associated with cancer, bullying and other hurdles.
Heather Drevna is the VP of communications at RAINN, the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. Heather discusses what goes on at RAINN and how victims can get the help they need, even during a pandemic.
Shenea Booth was the first-ever African American female soloist to play a lead character in a Cirque Du Soleil production and is a survivor of sexual abuse. She's part of a new wave in the #Metoo movement.
Aly Rae refers to herself as the one boob bada** because at 20 she underwent a double mastectomy to eliminate her risk of breast cancer. She was dropped by her former agency because she wasn't viewed as beautiful anymore.
Randy Haveson is a former drug addict and alcoholic but has been sober now for over 36 years. He's living proof that you can overcome any obstacle if you believe in yourself.
Nancy Conrad has become a recognized leader in transformative education and named one of the top 100 leaders in STEM education. She opens up about the loss of her husband, Pete Conrad, the third man to walk on the Moon.
Thais Lopez Vogel is a powerhouse for change. She's one of the co-founders and trustees of the VoLo Foundation, a private family foundation that aims to educate the public to create a sustainable and secure planet for generations to come.
Brandi Benson is a true warrior. At just 24 she joined the army and was deployed to Iraq. Brandi soon learned that she had a deadly form of cancer called Ewing Sarcoma and was told she would not survive. But Brandi proved everyone wrong.
At just thirteen-years-old, Arianna Peralta is making an impact on people her age. She recently recorded her first single which is called "On Your Way" which is meant to empower her fellow teens.
Jethro Jones is a former principal at all K-12 levels. Jethro gets Blatantly Honest about the issues that impact students, teachers and schools across the nation.
Kristofer Buckle is a makeup legend but before his glow up, he dealt with severe bullying and self-esteem issues. He opens up to Makaila about how he celebrates himself and is a role model for every diamond in the rough.
Brandon Cole Bailey is a fashion model who has a 'Ken Doll' image but has faced harsh criticism for being openly gay as a model, was bullied, sexually assaulted and struggled with substance abuse.
Minda Parker is a former air-force veteran, mom of two and brain aneurysm survivor. At just 35, Minda almost lost her life to something she had no idea was inside her. Minda hopes to spread awareness for AVM and is grateful to be alive.
In May of 2017 Brittni lost her 14-year-old son, Gage in a tragic accident. In efforts to help his friends and others heal she founded her own non-profit called, "The Compassion Club."
Corey Hicks, former three-time NCAA All American Decathlete in the sport of Track and Field and former 1996 Olympic Hopeful. He opens up about his career-ending injury but shares the silver lining he never expected.
Tessa Stuckey is a mom on a mission. Makaila and Tessa discuss the growing rate of teen suicide and why the younger generation is lacking proper coping skills.
Matt Newman is the best-selling author of "Starting at a Finish Line" a book centered around Matt's struggle with brain cancer. Matt has dedicated his life to inspiring others to live in the present.
Jeremiah Josey is quickly becoming the face of autistic young adulthood. He advocates for other autistic youth and hopes to encourage others to go after their dreams.
Kevin and Makaila discuss the reasons why Kevin jumped off the Golden Gate Bridge: including childhood bullying, eating disorders, anxiety, and his bi-polar disorder. Kevin wants to prevent others from attempting suicide.