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13th Annual El Sueno de Esperanza for Padres Contra el Cancer with Eva Longoria, Ana Barbara & More

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 […]

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Robin Williams and Bobcat Goldthwait Interviews at Paley Center for “The Crazy Ones”

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

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PaleyFest Fall Previews Trophy Wife & Back in the Game Interviews

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

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Brent Shapiro Foundation Summer Spectacular 2013 Red Carpet Interviews

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

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1st Annual Geekie Awards with Stan Lee Red Carpet Interviews

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

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Richard Grieco Gallerie Sparta Opening Night Interviews

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

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Latin Flavah TV Show Behind The Scenes Interviews

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

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New Music Blastoff! #9 – Camryn, JCity, Six Sense, This Boy That Girl, Edidion

This is a HUGE New Music Blast Off with SIX hot tracks by some of the most cutting edge young musicians out there! First is “Love Sick” by Camryn, who some of you might know as an opener on 60+ sold out shows for the mega-boy band One Direction! Then we have brother and sister

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Ashlee Keating Interview & “Helluva Ride” Release Party

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,”

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The Sweet Suite Benefit for Juvenile Arthritis Red Carpet Interviews

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

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Looking Ahead Program 10th Anniversary Red Carpet Interviews

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

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Joey and Elise Luthman Interview

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

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New Music Blastoff! #8 – Heart Hays, Diamante, Maddie Kae, Brooklyn Haley

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

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SAG Foundation BookPALS 20th Anniversary

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

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LA Times Festival of Books with Gennifer Albin, Cassandra Clare and More Interviews

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

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New Music BLAST OFF! Week 6 – Abi Ann, Matt Ryan King & Ashlee Keating

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

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Jimmy Deshler Interview

Teen actor (and athlete!) Jimmy Deshler stopped by to talk about his role as Rafe Kovich Jr. on General Hospital, his game-winning hockey goal, his involvement with Hope of the Valley, and more in this special one-on-one interview by Michael Pena of Teens Wanna Know. Jimmy Deshler IMBD: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm3435598/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/jimmydee14 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Jimmy-Deshler/135984983138787

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Spring Beat 2013

Teens Wanna Know hit Avalon Hollywood for Spring Beat 2013, a benefit for Bienvenidos, which helps at-risk children and families. Interviews, sound bites and performance clips include Billy the K.I.D. and Le’Le’ who debuted their SWURQ! video, Asian pop group Blush, Radio for the People, The Dahlz, Geno Segers with the Ochoa Boyz, Skye Stevens,

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New Music BLAST OFF! Week 3 – Lauren Taylor & Lauren Suthers

We have two Laurens this week on Teens Wanna Know’s New Music Blast. Please support all of our featured artists by spreading the word about them, liking their social media profiles, watching their videos on YouTube, and buying their music! This Week’s BLAST OFF Tracks: Lauren Taylor – Carousel http://laurentaylorsings.com/ Lauren Suthers – Famous http://www.laurensuthers.net/

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New Music BLAST OFF! Week 2 – Tara Bianco & Edidion

We’ve added a bunch of new songs to our rotation this week, including several tracks from this week’s Teens Wanna Know New Music BLAST OFF featured artists, Tara Bianco and Edidion. You’ve GOT to hear how great these teens are–WOW! This Week’s BLAST OFF Tracks: Edidion – Put in That Work http://edidionmusic.com Tara Bianco –

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Impact Foundation Showcase with Gerardo Mejia and FutureStereo

Teens Wanna Know attended the Impact Foundation Artist Development Showcase at The Vault in Orange County, California. We spoke with 90’s icon Gerardo Mejia (“Rico Suave”), Rich Elizalde, FutureStereo, Krump creator Ceasare “Tight Eyez” Willis, and lots of talented youth who displayed their talent for industry VIPs, friends, and family. For more information about the

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Brendon Eggertsen Interview

Nathaniel Peña got a chance to speak with actor and drummer Brendon Eggertsen of “Shameless,” “Just Go With It” with Adam Sandler, “Paranormal Activity 4” DVD, and the indie rock band Like Our Last. Brendon Eggertsen IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm3293813/ Website: brendoneggertsen.com Facebook Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/BrendonEggertsen.Official Twitter: http://twitter.com/brenegg YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/BrendonEggertsen1

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2013 Writers Guild Awards West Red Carpet Interviews

Teens Wanna Know covered the 2013 Writers Guild Awards held on February 17, 2013 in Los Angeles. Michael Manuel Pena and Nathaniel Pena got great insights on the world of screenwriters (and some positive messages for teens) from “Breaking Bad” creator Vince Gilligan (also from “The X-Files”), “Breaking Bad” writers Thomas Schnauz and Gennifer Hutchison,

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All Ages Valentine’s Day Bash at Infusion Lounge Citywalk

Teens Wanna Know was invited to cover the red carpet at the All Ages Valentine’s Day Bash hosted by Parimore Management at the Infusion Lounge in Universal Hollywood’s Citywalk. The Ochoa Boyz, Geno Segers from “Pair of Kings,” Nadji Jeter, Jaden Martin, Brandon & Savannah, FutureLove, Reatha Grey, Adam Irigoyen from Disney’s “Shake It Up,”

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Corey Feldman Interview at SWURQ! Video Shoot

Corey Feldman, truly a one-of-a-kind showbiz personality, gave Teens Wanna Know’s Michael Manuel Pena an exclusive interview while waiting to shoot his scenes for Billy the K.I.D. and Aliah Woodson’s new music video SWURQ! (See our behind-the-scenes here): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__PjSdCrBls Corey, star of such hits as The Goonies, Stand By Me, Gremlins, The Lost Boys, The

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Showbiz Kidz Toys For Tots Celebrity Basketball Event

The Teens Wanna Know gang attended the Showbiz Kids Foundation Toys for Tots Charity event in Pasadena recently. Celebrities and their fans were joined by Marines in collecting toys for needy kids, and playing some hoops. What a great day! http://www.toysfortots.org/ Some of the people interviewed include Owen Williams, Zachary Williams, Erinn Westbrook, Carla Jeffery,

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FutureStereo Interview

Check out Jazzy (Jasmine), Notepad (Isaiah) and E-Rock (Evan) of FutureStereo talking about their music, pranks, and the Impact Foundation http://thaimpactfoundation.com in this interview by Michael Manuel Peña for Teens Wanna Know. FutureStereo Facebook Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/futurestereonow Twitter1: http://twitter.com/_FutureStereo Twitter2: http://twitter.com/futurestereonow YouTube: http://youtube.com/FutureStereoTV Isaiah “Notepad” Elizalde IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm5447744/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/ThaNotePad Evan “E-Rock” Gonzalez IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm3880370/

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Kids Resource Launch Party with Gerry Orz and More

10-year-old Gerry Orz launched his Kids Resource organization with a party at Naya Sunset. Nathaniel Pena and Michael Manuel Pena spoke with several attendees about their experiences with bullying and advice for kids getting bullied, including VanJess, Vasi, Zach Callison, Andy Scott Harris and more in this episode of Teens Wanna Know. Zach Callison IMDB:

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Annette Starbuck from Cupcake Wars & Goodie Girls

Food Network’s “Cupcake Wars” winner Annette Starbucks recently celebrated the one year anniversary of her Goodie Girls cupcake bakery in Glendale, California with a fundraiser for the charity Love is Louder. She took a moment out of her busy evening to speak to Michael Manuel Pena for Teens Wanna Know. Annette Starbuck IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm3120142/ Website:

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Chill at the Queen Mary with Disney & Nick Stars

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8dE6Gkh_lo] Teens Wanna Know covered the V.I.P. sneak peek at Chill at the Queen Mary in Long Beach ( http://queenmary.com/chill ). Nathaniel Pena and Michael Manuel Pena had a great time checking out the ice sculptures, snow tubing, ice skating and talking to celebrities on the red carpet, including A.N.T. Farm stars Sierra McCormick,

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VanJess Interview

Sisters Ivana and Jessica are causing a huge stir with their Youtube covers, and now have finally released their first original music video: “Drumroll.” Michael Manuel Pena talks to the sisters about their careers and what it is like to be backed by Perez Hilton. Watch VanJess “Drumroll” here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ur8GF7CihIM VanJess IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm5374752/ Website: http://wearevanjess.com/

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Zach Callison Interview

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-uVr4Yg_aQ] Young actor, musician and voiceover artist Zach Callison, co-star of Disney’s Sofia the First, talks about show business career, his favorite social cause, how to fend off zombies(!) and more in this interview by Michael Pena. Zach Callison IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm2642131/ Website: http://zachcallison.com/ Facebook Fan Page: http://facebook.com/zachcallison Twitter: http://twitter.com/ZachCallison YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/ZachCallison Brielle Barbusca IMDB:

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Stuntacular

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UhvGdXKeB_o] Teens Wanna Know had the opportunity of going backstage to interview a few of the stunt actors involved in the 9th Stuntacular show at The Westfield Fashion Square in Sherman Oaks. Interviews by Michael Manuel Peña and Keira Peña. All the show profits are donated to the Make a Wish Foundation. Stuntacular http://www.stuntacular.com/

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Caleb Interview

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53k-tb4f4fQ] Young singer and songwriter Caleb talks about his music, anti-bullying, anti-homophobia and what it is really like to grow up with same-sex parents in this interview by Michael Manuel Pena for Teens Wanna Know. Caleb IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm5329182/ Facebook Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/OfficialCaleb Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/OfficialCaleb YouTube: http://youtube.com/officialcalebchannel

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Tara Nicole Azarian Interview

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MyyEy01Qv_I] Award-winning filmmaker and actress Tara Nicole Azarian talks about her career and why she focuses on social causes with her work. Also, find out about a surprising competition she placed first in and more in this interview by Nathaniel Pena for Teens Wanna Know. Tara Nicole Azarian IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm3152258/ Website: http://taranicoleazarian.com/ Website: http://frontporchfilm.com

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IM5 Exclusive Backstage Interview at ASPCA Rock N Roll LA Benefit

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aYzvOFs-Ug] The 2nd Annual ASPCA Rock & Roll LA Benefit was held at the Olympic Collection in West Los Angeles, and featured a special live performance by IM5. Teens Wanna Know’s Michael Manuel Peña got exclusive backstage access to interview them! Watch IM5’s fun video “Rest of Our Lives” here: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qj6dINEoaqw] ASPCA Website:

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Adam Murciano Interview

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=867qf7tA81g] Teen actor and aspiring fashion designer Adam Murciano, from Teenztalk and the hit Disney movie Frenemies with Bella Thorne and Zendaya Coleman, talks with Michael Manuel Peña for Teens Wanna Know about his show biz career, the charity http://www.blessingsinabackpack.org/ and more! Adam Murciano IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm3209274/ Website: http://adammurciano.mixform.com/ Facebook Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Adam-Murciano/100509996707503 Twitter: http://twitter.com/AdamMurciano

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Brandon Tyler Russell Interview

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bei9GfPdvmo] Young actor Brandon Tyler Russell, star of Smitty with Louis Gossett Jr, Mira Sorvino and Peter Fonda, talks about his show business career and more in this interview by Nathaniel Pena. Brandon Tyler Russell IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm2182241/ Website: brandontylerrussell.com/ Facebook Fan Page: http://facebook.com/brandontylerrussell Twitter: http://imdb.com/name/nm2182241/

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Save the Smiles Red Carpet/St Jude Children’s Hospital Special

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4q_j-ieoaCA] The Peña kids hit the red carpet once again to talk to Hollywood’s rising stars who came out to support the St Jude Children’s Research Hospital at Pierre Garden. Young stars at the event, who were interviewed by Michael Manuel Peña,Nathaniel Peña and Keira Peña, included Disney’s Darcy Rose Byrnes and Zach Callison,

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Lia Marie Johnson at Lollipop Theater Network/Pink Army Red Carpet Special

Many of Hollywood’s rising stars including Lia Marie Johnson came out to support the Lollipop Theater Network at Pierre Garden this past Saturday to celebrate the upcoming release of “Stars Will Shine,” a song (and accompanying video) written specifically by pop group Pink Army for the charity and sung by many talented young performers. Young

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5L Band Interview

HOT new pop band 5L, talk about their career plus a hilarious incident that happened while on tour in this interview by Michael Manuel Peña. Featuring Fivel (Trent) Stewart, Booboo Stewart, Davin Baltazar and Ryan Cook. Fivel Stewart IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1640384 Website: http://www.boobooandfivel.com/ Facebook Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Real-Booboo-Stewart/106353229428834 Twitter: http://twitter.com/RealBoobooFivel YouTube: http://youtube.com/boobooandfivel Booboo Stewart IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1559927 Website:

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