Pop/R&B artist Travis Miller has released his debut full-length album “Shine” today. For those unfamiliar with him, his voice sounds a bit like Justin Timberlake meets Robin Thicke, without being a copy of them. He has his own signature, and leans more towards soul than pop. While there are a few tracks that you can […]
Autumn de Forest is a remarkable 12-year-old girl who just happens to be a world-renown artist, selling her first piece for $1,000 at age seven. She has sold considerably more since then, and has been featured on the Discovery Channel’s “Genius Kids,” the “Today Show” on NBC, and the “Wendy Williams Show,” among others. In […]
Teens Wanna Know hit the beautiful sands of Santa Monica to join Miranda Cosgrove and other celebrities in raising awareness about the need to curb ocean pollution, over-fishing, and other destructive actions. Interviews: Miranda Cosgrove, Ted Danson, Jenna Ushkowitz, Drake Bell, Ashlee Keating, Angela Kinsey, Angela Sun Miranda Cosgrove IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm1388927/ Website: http://mirandacosgrove.com/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/MirandaCosgrove […]
We are kicking off the after-school season with 5 great new tracks by some new faces as well as a couple of familiar ones. From Andy Grammer (you’ve no doubt heard his huge hit “Keep Your Head Up” before) to BET’s The Game actress Katlynn Simone’s debut, these feel-good songs will start your summer off […]
We recently received a review copy of “Color Me Girl Crush” by Mel Elliott, who has written “Color Me Swoon” and “Color Me Good:Ryan Gosling.” In her latest book, published by Penguin and releasing on June 3rd, the author has put together a set of illustrations depicting the most influential women in popular culture, including: […]
With Memorial Day celebrations out of the way, its time to focus on summer. And this includes summer fashion! Here are some select cute summer outfits for both tween and teen girls, with a few modeled by our very own junior red carpet interviewer Keira Peña! The Daisy Petal girls party tee, shown above in […]
Teens Wanna Know covered the American Idol XIII finale with powerhouses Caleb Johnson and Jena Irene (Asciutto) to reveal just what it is like for these young performers on the most important night of their careers. Interviews: Caleb Johnson, Jena Irene, Harry Connick Jr., Scott MacIntyre, Matt Hicks, Ben Briley, Mikalah Gordon, Terry O’Quinn, Keith […]
It must be nice to wake up everyday as Abigail Gibbs! “Autumn Rose” is the 2nd installment of the “Dark Heroine Series” by the British teen author. The first book in the series “The Dark Heroine: Dinner With a Vampire” was a resounding success on the Wattpad platform, which led to Gibbs landing a six-figure, […]
Anchor Bay Films and The Weinstein Company’s PG-13 rated VAMPIRE ACADEMY is hitting stores on May 20, 2014. The movie, available on BLU-RAY, DVD and digital download, is based on the Vampire Academy book series by New York Time best-selling author Richelle Mead, directed by MEAN GIRLS helmer Mark Waters and stars the relatively unknown […]
So we are a bit behind the times we guess, and have just discovered that superstar (and teen fave) Bruno Mars has four singing sisters (yes, real-life sisters). They call themselves The Lylas, which is an acronym for “Love You Like a Sister.” They had a TV show and everything. Anyway, Bruno has written a […]
By Allie Costa I love music. I’m liable to burst into song at any given moment (and yes, I take requests!) Even when I don’t have music playing on the radio, there’s still music playing in my mind. So it’s no wonder that I like creating playlists for characters and shows I’m working on and […]
Kaylee Rutland is an inspiring teenager who is making her dreams come true. She recorded her first EP in Nashville in 2012, and her video for “Into The Circle,” featuring Colt Ford and Jamie O’Neal, has been viewed 1.5 million times on YouTube, leading Billboard Magazine to name her one of the top 10 country […]
The world of Hollywood publicists can be mysterious to the uninitiated. In this episode of Teens Wanna Know, Michael M. Pena talks to Zack Teperman, president of ZTPR, who lifts the veil on exactly how publicists get their clients all that exposure you see in the press. Want to join this face-paced and fun industry? […]
The star of Gortimer Gibbon’s Life on Normal Street stopped by TWK studios to talk about his burgeoning career and his encounters with a cannibal, 25 lb bullfrog. Sloane Morgan Siegel IMDb:http://imdb.com/name/nm4470846/ Webpage: http://sloanemorgansiegel.com/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/sloanesiegel Twitter: https://twitter.com/sloanesiegel Instagram: http://instagram.com/sloanesiegel
Earlier this year, we reported that comedian and actor Jack Black became the first participant in the Farmers Insurance “Thank a Million Teachers” campaign by personally thanking his former teacher Debbie Devine (scroll down for video). “Thank a Million Teachers” encourages people of all ages to thank the teachers who made a difference in their […]
If you haven’t noticed from our celebrity interview web series, in addition to celebrities and the great music, movies, TV shows, and other creative stuff they do, we are also big fans of good news, charity and community work, and supporting positive social causes. We also love when companies give back to the community in […]
For teens who possess that entrepreneurial spirit, working at the local burger joint or clothing store at the mall just isn’t going to cut it. Rather than slave away for minimum wage while being micromanaged by a cranky boss, those with some design skills can turn that into moolah by uploading their designs to Redbubble. […]
We received a sample of a relatively new product called Disruptus, and decided to review it for you teens out there looking for a fun game to entertain yourselves that involves actual face-to-face human interaction, as opposed to staring at a glowing rectangle all day (aka your iPhones). According to the maker, Funnybone Toys, “Disruptus™ […]
We received a sample of a pretty clever little device that provoked a “why didn’t anyone think of this before” response. Introducing the Finders Key Purse (sounds like “finder’s keepers,” get it?) invented by former airline attendant Sandy Stein of West Hills, CA with some heavenly inspiration The device simply consists of a curved piece […]
Singer Cher Lloyd performed a few of her hits at Star Magazine’s Hollywood Rocks Event on Wednesday at supperclub in Hollywood, and the executive producers of Teens Wanna Know were there to check it out. First, visitors were greeted with healthy, all-you-can drink portions of Jamba Juice, including all-natural shots of lemon and ginger to […]
Deejaying a small get-together wirelessly using an iPad or smartphone seems like a pretty cool idea, right? Well, check out this Bluetooth beauty from Tego Audio which allows you to do just that. The CERA Wireless Portable Speaker from Tego Audio quickly pairs with your device and delivers big sound from a small, futuristic-looking device. […]
We are back with FIVE hot new artists breaking ground with music that moves past what you are being force-fed via those radio stations that play the same ol’ same ol’ 50 times a day for months on end. All these new tracks are on heavy rotation for a limited time on our Internet radio […]
Nothing is worse than having your kid brother or sister take over your Netflix account and add the latest Barney episodes to your queue. It certainly messes up your recommendations, doesn’t it?! And you never know just what kind of content they are going to stumble upon — you really don’t need to hear the […]
Southern California continues to be arguably the most important breeding ground for independent music careers. The sheer amount of talent here — from singers, songwriters, rappers, and dancers to filmmakers and music producers — makes it hard to keep up with all the releases and pick out favorites. Up and coming artist Travis Miller’s new […]
A lot of teens struggle with what to get their moms on Mother’s Day. While she always appreciates the hand-made cards and extra hugs, why not surprise her with a tasty treat? To help you out, the stars of the upcoming movie “Moms’ Night Out,” in collaboration with eMeals, have provided some easy-to-make, delicious recipes […]
Looking for a heartfelt, romantic drama with a bit of a twist? The new film Missing William, starring Brandon Routh (of Superman Returns fame) and Courtney Ford (True Blood, Parenthood) just might fit the bill. The film, which according to IMDb was completed in 2011 and is only just now coming out, tells the story […]
Our host Michael Pena interviews Garrett Ryan from the new horror movie Oculus, Insidious: Chapter 2, and Judy Moody and the Not So Bummer Summer. Garrett reveals some creepy stuff that happened on the set of Oculus, and also relates a personal story regarding bullying. Garrett Ryan: Imdb: http://imdb.com/name/nm2238724/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/pages/Garrett-Ryan/185940738127229 Twitter: https://twitter.com/GarrettRyan10 Instagram: http://instagram.com/GarrettRyan10
It’s prom season, and we know how important it is to look your best on the big night. Dr. Vish Banthia, Founder and Chief Medical Officer of ZendyBeauty, provides some DIY solutions that will help your face radiate with a healthful glow without breaking the bank. Note: Zendybeauty connects visitors with cosmetic procedure providers. We […]
It’s teen superstar Austin Mahone’s 18th birthday today…and his FANS are the ones getting a present! First, he has announced today that he is releasing his long-anticipated “The Secret” on May 27th.The 7 track release (plus bonus tracks) will feature the smash hit single “Mmm Yeah” with Pitbull, as well as collaborations with some of […]
Are you a teenager with a little bro or sis that needs a bit of guidance of making good choices? You know, like brushing their teeth before they all fall out or wilt the plants with their bad breath? How about going to sleep early instead of bugging you while you are trying to watch […]
For those that like to try on new fashions, but dislike the drudgery of changing clothes repeatedly in a cramped, messy dressing room (with a 3 item limit), a new piece of technology just might to change the clothes buying experience for the better. The Virtual Style Pod works by combining a “life-size screen mirror […]
Some teens spend countless hours posting narcissistic selfies or manipulating silly birds on their portable devices. Others spend their times flexing their creative muscles and building careers. Cheryl Chan is a teenager who falls into the latter group, having just published a children’s book she has both written and illustrated called “The Thing About Things.” […]
Teen interviewer Michael Pena caught up with Lydia Hull from “Saf3” who talks about showbiz, the challenges of working on her show, and an extremely embarrassing moment that happened to her on the set of “Van Wilder!” Imdb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1055590/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lydia.hull.7 Instagram: http://instagram.com/lydiahull#
The Dare to Dream Music Festival, a charity event to “empower the youth in their dreams and aspirations,” is hitting the Thousand Oaks Teen Center in Thousand Oaks, California on Saturday, April 26th 2014 at 5 p.m. The event is being organized and promoted by entertainer Sade Champagne and is slated to feature “celebrity guest […]
We stopped by Scat TV’s “Royals of L.A.” 5th year celebration at the Infusion Lounge in CityWalk to talk to a few of the guests. Find out what laws these teen celebrities would pass if they were actual “royals” LOL Interviews: Kenton Duty “Shake it Up,” recording artist Mandy Rain, Sloane Morgan Siegel “Gortimer Gibbon’s […]
Actors in Training LA held a charity fundraiser at the Infusion Lounge at Universal Hollywood’s Citywalk which was attended by hundreds of up-and-coming actors. Get the inside scoop on auditioning tips, plus we talked to three casting directors who reveal the “IT” factor they look for when casting a role. Interviews: Autumn Wendel “Every Witch […]
We reached out to teenage anti-bully crusader Rebecca Parkin, from England, to write a piece for us on her experiences and to talk to a few adults about the subject. Here is her article: Living in a society is very hard for everyone. However sometimes people take being ‘normal’ too seriously and bully or harass […]
TWK hit a few events around Hollywood to catch some of the pre-Oscar vibe. First up was The Wrap’s 5th Anniversary, followed by a private pre-Oscar gifting suite hosted by Mark Lash. Interviews: The Wrap Founder Sharon Waxman, Josh McDermitt “The Walking Dead,” June Squibb “Nebraska,” Jane Seymour “James Bond,” Phoenix Pictures CEO Mike Medavoy, […]
We hit the red carpet at the Cinema Audio Society Awards for its 50th gala celebrating the best in film and TV sound recording and mixing. Interviews: Charley Koontz “Community,” CAS President David E. Fluhr, Nominee Peter Kurland “Inside Llewyn Davis,” Deanna Lee Douglas “A-List Movie,” Richard Grieco “22 Jump Street,” Nominee Greg Orloff “Inside […]
TWK hit the red carpet at the Writers Guild Awards for the 2nd year in a row to get some valuable insight into the profession from some major names in the biz. Interviews: Garry Marshall “Mork & Mindy,” “Happy Days,” Thomas Schnauz “Breaking Bad,” Gennifer Hutchison “Breaking Bad,” Alex Trebek “Jeopardy,” Bradley Bell & Jane […]
America has an obesity problem, especially among its youth. Teens Wanna Know hit TheFitExpo Southern California and spoke with a few fitness experts for tips on how YOU can stay motivated and fit. Interviews: IFFB Pro Bodybuilder and Power Lifter Susan Salazar, MMA Legend and UFC Champion Don “The Predator” Frye, 2008 Mr. Olympia Dexter […]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8PUialY0-E We introduced you the beautiful wolf-dogs of the Wolf Connection here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIYMXs… Now we meet the wolves again at a fundraiser to help them move to a much larger facility, which will allow for more dogs to be rescued and more at-risk youth to be helped. If you would like to make a donation […]
Funnyman and actor Jack Black kicked off Farmer’s Insurance Thank a Million Teachers campaign by thanking his most influential teacher, Debbie Devine at the exclusive Soho House in West Hollywood. Find out how you can thank YOUR favorite teacher (and nominate them for grant money!) at Thankamillionteachers.com Jack Black Imdb: http://imdb.com/name/nm0085312/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/JackBlack Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackBlack42 […]
Teens and their families seeking the motivation and inspiration to meet their fitness goals this year need look no further than TheFitExpo, which returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center for the 11th year this weekend on January 25th and 26th. Featuring over 400 exhibits and 20 free competitions, the West Coast’s largest and best-known […]
Teens Wanna Know was invited to attend the launch party for Manos Accelerator, a Silicon Valley firm that helps Latino startups become more successful. The company was co-founded by David Lopez, superstar Jennifer Lopez’s dad. Watch and find out what it takes to be successful when starting your own business.
You don’t need a huge event to make a difference. We covered the grand opening of a vaping bar in Studio City, California which, although small in scope, still showed lots of heart as money was raised for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Interviews: Angelique Bates “All That,” GetExely.com founder Tino Dietrich, singer Emile Welman, […]
Funnyman (and musician) Ed Helms hosted the 8th Annual Education Through Music LA Gala at Skirball. The charity provides music education to underserved children in the Los Angeles public school system. Interviews: Ed Helms “The Office,” “Hangover,” composer John Debney, ETM LA’s Booker White, Ellie Kemper “The Office,” Rickey Minor “The Tonight Show,” Kate Flannery […]
We visited Gallerie Sparta in West Hollywood once again to cover another excellent occasion…this time the opening of Israeli artist Hedva Ser’s show which was dedicated to achieving peace, with an emphasis on Israel and Palestine. Interviews: Hedva Ser, Jon Voight, No Small Children, Golda Berkman, Jiang Zi Long. Hedva Ser Website: http://hedva-ser.com/en Facebook: https://facebook.com/pages/Hedva-Ser/511478755605102 […]
We hit the 2013 weSPARK Cancer Support Center’s annual Run/Walk at the Universal Studios Hollywood backlot to talk to the celebrity attendees about the organization, personal experiences with cancer, and some advice for teens. Interviews: Nancy Allen “Robocop,” Lea Thompson “Back to the Future,” Joey King “The Conjuring,” Hunter King “The Young and the Restless,” […]
We joined young actress Caitlin Carmichael and the rest of the cast and crew for a special screening commemorating the DVD release of “A Country Christmas,” a heartwarming tale about two kids who have to save Christmas after Santa Claus becomes trapped in their family’s barn. The event also raised money and awareness for Alex’s […]
What do you get when you combine a group of aspiring teen authors, one dedicated and caring English teacher, and a lot of determination and creativity? You get something like the Young Scribes. This group of students from Shelly High School in Shelly, Idaho has taken on an unusual project and turned it into a […]
We hit the ASPCA Rock N Roll Event again this year to check out the action to raise funds and awareness against animal cruelty and for responsible pet ownership. Interviews/Soundbites: Recording artist Nick Mara, Nadji Jeter “Grown Ups 1 & 2,” singer “Alana Lee,” singer “Eric Dash,” singer Tyler Matl, Aaron Landon “Crash & Bernstein,” […]
Akiane Kramarik is an inspiring teenager with an extraordinary talent in the arts. So powerful and beautiful are her paintings, which she says were initially inspired by a conversation she had with God at age three, that they influenced her parents to convert from Athiesm to Christianity. She has produced drawings and paintings since age […]
Teens Wanna Know hit the Detroit Party to benefit the Detroit Creativity Project, a free improvisational training program for youth in Detroit. We asked about the benefits of improv training and, since most of the attendees had ties to Detroit, which misconceptions they would like to clear up about their home city. Interviews: Fred Willard […]
Here are some highlights from Midnight Red’s performance at Pop Explosion LA at Avalon in Hollywood. Enjoy!
Teens Wanna Know hosts Michael & Nathaniel Peña and Lisa-Marie Woods covered the ATLA Pool Party and Expo, which featured lots of rising Hollywood talent who shared their stories and cleared up some myths about child performers. Interviews: Recording artists To Be One, Aedin Mincks “A.N.T. Farm,” Austin Mincks “Little Savages,” Abigail Hargrove “World War […]
We took a break from the radio station to focus on shooting the Teens Wanna Know web show for a bit, but we are back with EIGHT new artists in this New Music Blast Off! All these tracks are now on heavy rotation on our Internet radio station, make sure you listen! And please support […]
We hit the posh Via Rodeo to check out Bow Wow Beverly Hills, a fundraising event for The Amanda Foundation, which is a dog and cat rescue organization. Kaley Cuoco from “The Big Bang Theory” was honored for her work with rescues and pitbull advocacy, and attendees were treated with plenty of snacks, music, raffles, […]
Michael Pena checks out Race for the Rescues held at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena in this episode of Teens Wanna Know. Interviews: Jane Lynch “Glee,” IAAF World Championships Bronze Medal Winner Brenda Martinez, Katrina Parker “The Voice,” Singer Temara Malek, Maile Flanagan “Lab Rats,” Beth Littleford “Dog With a Blog,” Anne-Marie Johnson “House of […]
The Wolf Connection is a remarkable charitable organization which rescues wolf/dog hybrids and uses them to rehabilitate humans suffering from addiction and emotional problems through its unique “wolf therapy.” Watch as the TWK crew meets both the volunteers who devote their time and energy to helping these amazing animals, and the wolves themselves — who […]
Our coverage of AIDS Walks LA 2013 epitomizes what we do here at Teens Wanna Know: having fun while highlighting some heartfelt stories, spreading positive messages about responsibility and helping others, and publicizing celebrities who are “being the change they want to see in the world.” We hope it touches you as much as it […]
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and in addition to traveling to Las Vegas to cover Carly Rae Jepsen at #UniteLIVE Concert to Rock Out Bullying, we also decided to feature an inspiring up-and-coming actress and model who is also a major activist against bullying and a role model for kids. Hayley Gripp not only […]
***Please visit this episode’s sponsor BullyVille at http://bullyville.com! Teens Wanna Know hit Las Vegas last week to cover the #UniteLIVE Concert to Rock Out Bullying with Carly Rae Jepsen. We got some great insight and personal stories about bullying from TV Stars James Roday “Psych,” WWE Superstar Sheamus, Nolan Gould “Modern Family,” and Mehcad Brooks […]
We caught up with teen actor Andy Scott Harris from “The Boarder” while getting ready to go onstage in the play “I’m Not Rappaport.” He talks about acting, his special nickname when he was an orphan in the Ukraine, and how he stole the show from the lead actress in a play when only 3 […]
One of the most rewarding parts of what we do here at Teens Wanna Know is highlighting up-and-coming artists, especially those who are doing something positive for the world around them apart from their involvement in acting, music, literature, dance, or any other creative endeavor. One such artist is Sonali Argade or, simply, Sonali. The […]
The GUARDaHEART Foundation, VIPs from the California State Assembly, renowned medical professionals, and actor Eric Roberts came together to celebrate World Heart Day at a sophisticated “James Bond”-themed gathering held in the Lyon Air Museum in Santa Clara California. The event, which was sponsored by Aviir, promoted The World Heart Day’s mission of stressing the […]
Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich hosted the 18th Annual “All For the Love of Kids” Fundraiser and Silent Auction Benefiting the Children’s Trust Fund. According to the organization’s website, “For 45 years, the Children’s Trust Fund has provided a wide range of services and self-development opportunities for children residing in Los Angeles County […]
Club Nokia in downtown Los Angeles was host to the 13th Annual El Sueño de Esperanza, a gala fundraiser for the Padres Contra el Cancer charity. According to the press release for the event, “PADRES Contra El Cancer (PADRES) is an organization committed to improving the quality of life for Latino children with cancer and […]
Avril Lavigne performed a few songs for the fans at Universal CityWalk in Hollywood. Her birthday is on September 27, and in lieu of gifts, she is asking fans to donate to her charity at http://www.theavrillavignefoundation.org/ instead.
Nathaniel Peña got the chance to speak briefly with Bobcat Goldthwait and Robin Williams, who were at the Paley Center for Media to promote the new show “The Crazy Ones,” which marks Williams’ return to a small screen after a 32-year absence. Listen to Bobcat describe what he did when he and Robin were being […]
Michael Peña of Teens Wanna Know visited the PaleyFest Fall Previews to talk to the stars of two new shows hitting ABC this fall: “Trophy Wife” and “Back in the Game.” Since both shows deal with blended and/or slightly dysfunctional families, we asked the actors what “family” means to them. “Trophy Wife:” Bailee Madison, Marcia […]
Teens Wanna Know hit the red carpet once again to discuss a topic with celebrities that has a lot of impact for teens…in this case drugs and alcohol abuse. The Brent Shapiro Foundation for Alcohol and Drug Awareness (http://brentshapiro.org) was founded after the tragic death of the son of Robert and Linell Shapiro after ingesting […]
We hit Avalon Hollywood once again for another special event–this time its the first ever Geekie Awards, which celebrates all things Geek including science-fiction, fantasy, comic books, steam punk, and more. Nathaniel Pena (aka “Nick” for this episode) speaks with the following: Seth Green “Dads” & “Robot Chicken,” Ralph Garman “Family Guy” & “The Joe […]
While many artists pay lip service to social causes, just a small handful actually demonstrate their commitment to said causes in concrete form . Eddie Gomez is one artist who is putting his money where his mouth is by donating 100 percent of the profits from sales of his newly released EP titled “No,” through […]
Teens Wanna Know hit the red carpet at Gallerie Sparta to check out Richard Grieco’s art exhibit opening night. We spoke to Richard and some of his show business friends about art, current projects, and advice for teens. You don’t want to miss this episode…look at the list of people Michael Pena interviewed! Interviews: Richard […]
Teens Wanna Know hit the red carpet at the West Coast Launch Party for The Brand UR, an inspiring clothing line with an anti-bullying theme started by Jodi LaFountain after her daughter got bullied at school. Interviews: Mollee Gray “Tean Beach Movie,” and “So You Think You Can Dance,” Asia Monet Ray “Dance Moms,” Zack […]
Our host Michael got the chance to sit down with the incredibly gifted singer and songwriter Chris Trapper, whose songs have appeared on the soundtracks for “There’s Something About Mary” and “August Rush” as well as “The Devil Wears Prada.” Chris talks about the early years of his career, his influences, and also provides a […]
While on location of a shoot for the upcoming Latin Flavah show, we spoke with its choreographer Shane Sparks, best known for “You Got Served,” “So You Think You Can Dance?” and “America’s Best Dance Crew.” Shane told us about his involvement with the show, and also spoke candidly for the first time on video […]
Teens Wanna Know went on location to catch a shoot with the kids & VIPs of the upcoming Latin Flavah TV Show, featuring the choreography and artistic direction of the award-winning Shane Sparks from “So You Think You Can Dance?” and “America’s Best Dance Crew.” Interviewed: “Flavah Crew”: Jordyn Jones, Malia Tinay, Tatiana McQuay, Kaycee […]
Teens Wanna Know visited Bonham & Butterfields in Hollywood to catch the action at the Art Project LA benefit for AIDS Project Los Angeles. In addition to seeing great works of art by Salvador Dali, Any Warhol, Pablo Picasso, Mark Chagall, Kenny Scharf, Keith Haring, and many others, we also got to speak with some […]
Opa! We hit the Writers Guild Theater to cover the LA Greek Film Festival and talk to attendees about independent cinema and the Greek culture and spirit in this lively episode of Teens Wanna Know. Interviews: Patricia Kara “Deal or No Deal” and “The Box,” Ersi Danou Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Los Angeles Greek […]
TWK hit Hollywood once again, this time to speak with New York Times Best-selling author Leigh Bardugo at the release party for her new novel Siege and Storm–part 2 of her Grisha Trilogy. We had a lot of fun, and consumed many yummy hors d’oeuvres and beverages while we were at it! IMDb: http://imdb.com/name/nm1785723/ Website: […]
Catch teen singer/songwriter Ashlee Keating in an exclusive one-on-one interview with Michael Pena for Teens Wanna Know. Find out about her secret talent, her big sponsorship, and tag along as we go to the red carpet release party for her new single “Helluva Ride!” Also appearing in this episode are Roshan Fegan “Shake It Up,” […]
Hollywood is a world of fantasy, where dreams of stardom and riches can come true for those with lots of ambition and a bit of luck. Underneath the glitter, however, is a reality which isn’t quite so bright: the problem of homelessness, one which is prevalent in Southern California despite the enormous riches and opportunity […]
Teens Wanna Know’s Michael Manuel Peña & Keira Peña hit Avalon Hollywood to cover the Sweet Suite, a Candyland-themed benefit to raise awareness and funds for the Juvenile Arthritis Association. Many patients got to enjoy the day, filled with entertainment, celebrity meet and greets, and lots of CANDY! Guests who appear in this episode include […]
Teens Wanna Know stopped by the 34th Annual Young Artist Awards to speak with the talented kids and teens in attendance about their careers, what they like about acting, and the best advice they have received in their careers. Interviewees: Rory and Declan McTigue “Boardwalk Empire,” Madison Pettis & Torri Webster “Life With Boys,” Sadie […]
We hit the red carpet at the Looking Ahead Program’s 10th Year Anniversary to chat with Fred Savage of “The Wonder Years” and “Generator Rex;” Rowan Blanchard, Sabrina Carpenter, and Teo Halm of “Girl Meets World;” Thomas Kasp of “Space Warriors;” pop group Goodnight Argent; Joey King “Oz the Great and Powerful” and “White House […]
Teens Wanna Know was invited to cover the premiere of Take Me to the Poorhouse, a one-woman play written and performed by Nigerian actress Liz Femi Wilson. Michael Manuel Peña and Nathaniel Peña spoke to Liz and some her guests on the red carpet and got some insights into the world of acting and theater, […]
Playlists are so much fun to create. Whether it’s for a special event, for a friend, or simply music to play in the background while I write a screenplay (or a blog post!), I tend to put a lot of thought into the songs I select. As an actress, I sometimes create playlists for certain […]
Check out Joey and Elise Luthman, the fabulous brother and sister team from “The Joey and Elise Show” as well as such notable programs as Nick’s “Deadtime Stories,” “How to Rock,” “Weeds,””Kickin’ It,” Disney’s “A.N.T. Farm” and “Wendell and Vinnie” in this exclusive (and hilarious) one-on-one interview with Nathaniel Peña for Teens Wanna Know. Joey […]
We are starting off the summer months with four HOT artists with great tracks! First is Heart Hays with “Straight From the Heart” followed by Diamante’s “Impossible,” Maddie Kae’s “Being Me,” and Brooklyn Haley’s “Runaway.” Brooklyn has been a guest on a couple of our red carpet episodes, make sure you check them out–and maybe […]
Teen actress Isabella Palmieri from Disney’s Jessie and Good Luck Charlie stopped by to speak with Nathaniel Peña and share how she broke into the biz, what it was like going to Sundance, discuss her latest projects, and talk about how she supports charitable organizations in this episode of Teens Wanna Know. Oh, and ducks. […]
We hit the SAG Foundation BookPALS 20th Anniversary Celebrity Story Time to bring you some footage and interviews with Jack McBrayer (“30 Rock” and “Wreck-It Ralph”), Karam Brar (Disney’s “Jessie” and “Diary of a Wimpy Kid”), and Kaitlyn Dever (“Last Man Standing”). Also reading to the kids in attendance were BookPALS founder Barbara Bain (“Mission […]
The LA Times Festival of Books is the largest event of its kind in the US. Over 100,000 people come together at the University of Southern California to enjoy book signings by authors, celebrity sightings, and lot of family-friendly entertainment. Teens Wanna Know’s Michael, Nathaniel and Keira Peña visited and spoke with lots of great […]
We took a week off last week, so this week are are back with THREE talented performers. Welcome Abi Ann, Matt Ryan King and Ashlee Keating to the New Music BLAST OFF! and heavy rotation this week on Teens Wanna Know Internet Radio. Please support all of our featured artists by spreading the word about […]
Downtown Burbank Car Classic: A Salute To SoCal Automotive Culture DOWNTOWN BURBANK, Calif. – The region’s most fabulous automobiles will cruise into Downtown Burbank for the 2nd annual Car Classic featuring restored and pre-1974 vehicles, exotics, hot rods and bikes on San Fernando Boulevard between Magnolia Boulevard and Angeleno Avenue, Saturday, July 27 from 3:00 […]
Teens Wanna Know’s Nathaniel Peña and Keira Peña had the chance to speak with 9-year-old actor from “The Client List” (and major Minecraft fan) Tyler Champagne. Find out what he thinks about poodles driving monster trucks and more in this entertaining episode! Teens Wanna Know’s Nathaniel Peña and Keira Peña had the chance to speak […]
by Allie Costa If you like books with a magical or supernatural twist, look no further! Last month, I recommended five fantastic sci-fi/fantasy books for teens: https://teenswannaknow.com/otherworldly-ya-five-fantastic-sci-fifantasy-series-you-should-read-now/ Thanks to the enthusiastic response that article received, I’m now offering up an additional five extraordinary genre series: The Jenna Fox Chronicles by Mary E. Pearson – The […]
American Icon Music Tour The American Icon Tour is kicking off on May 28th at the House of Blues in Anaheim. Tickets are only $10, with $20 for special VIP meet and greet tickets. Artists: Radio for the People Coed Band Lauren Suthers aka “Lil L” The Ochoa Boyz Kenton Duty plus a special local […]
******Scroll down to find out how to win one of three original, autographed Chuck the Duck toys! Young entrepeneur Riley Magnuson shares how he came up with the concept of his new toy Chuck the Duck and advice for other teens who wish to start their own businesses in this episode of Teens Wanna Know. […]