Doamygar-D the Complete Series: Now I’m Hungry

By Willie Pena • September 1, 2016

Funimation released Doamygar-D, The Complete Series on DVD this week. It is available at most major retailers and Amazon. The series, which comes with Japanese subtitles, concerns the exploits of a young candy maker who discovers an enormous mecha (robot suit) in the basement of the sweets shop he inherited from his family. He soon […]

Becky G Joins Yoobi to Donate School Supplies to Thousands of Students

By Willie Pena • September 1, 2016

Inglewood native Becky G and Yoobi joined forces to donate thousands of school supplies to every single elementary school student from the Inglewood Unified School District, over 7,800 kids! The Yoobi Give Event took place at the Frank D. Parent Elementary School in Inglewood where Becky spoke to kids during a morning assembly, inspiring them […]

How to Handle Your First Kiss!

By Rosa Perez • January 21, 2016

So you’ve never kissed a guy…but you’ve watched kissing scenes on TV and almost every movie and it looks pretty easy. But remember, those scenes are absolutely rehearsed! Watching someone kiss doesn’t mean you know how. First kisses can be awkward but they don’t have to be. Follow this wonderful guide to handle your FIRST […]

How To Stop Hoarding (Clothes, Shoes etc.)

By Guest Contributor • January 21, 2016

So, you have a clutter of things that you can’t quite let go of. You may think you need all the “beloved” stuff you have, when in reality you haven’t used or touched most of them in years. Follow my wonderful guide for How to Stop Hoarding and part ways with all your useless clothes, […]

George Dalton Reveals Meaning Behind His Controversial “Trap Queen” Video

By Willie Pena • January 4, 2016

11-year-old George Dalton is likely best known as camp radio announcer “Arty” on Netflix’s “Wet Hot American Summer: First Day Of Camp,” but lately has become a bit of a viral star with the release of his kid-friendly version of Fetty Wap’s “Trap Queen.” The success has been bittersweet as, while he has attracted plenty […]

Looking Ahead Awards with Corbin Bleu, Mario Lopez, Oscar de la Hoya, Maia Mitchell, Tatyani Ali – PLUS Last Minute Gift Guide!

By Willie Pena • December 21, 2015

***Our Last Minute Gift Guide starts at 15:31! Scroll below for details… TWK hits another star-studded red carpet, this time to speak with honorees and guests of the Looking Ahead Awards held at the Taglyan complex in Hollywood. Interviews: Corbin Bleu, David Reivers, Oscar de la Hoya, Mario Lopez, Alfonso Ribeiro, Tatyana Ali, Ashley Argota, […]

84th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade with Shadowhunters, WITS Academy & More Stars

By Editor • December 15, 2015

We spoke withe the stars at this annual Hollywood event to find out their favorite Christmas traditions and weirdest holiday memories…some of which are absolutely hilarious! Interviews: Katherine McNamara, Emeraoude Toubia, Brec Bassinger, Oscar de la Hoya, Tyler Perez, Ryan Cargill, Kennedy Lea Slocum, Sean Kingston, JoJo Siwa, Garrett Clayton, Elizabeth Stanton, Ruben Studdard, Candace […]

Interview with Trinitee Stokes from Disney’s K.C. Undercover

By Willie Pena • December 9, 2015

Trinitee Stokes is a young talent on the rise with very little to hold her back. As an actress, singer, author, and fashion designer she has proven time and time again that she can do it all. She currently stars alongside Disney favorite Zendaya Coleman on “K.C. Undercover,” a live-action comedy that follows K.C. Cooper […]

Teen Affordable Holiday Gift Guide & Giveaway!

By Willie Pena • November 13, 2015

Okay, we know what most teens really want is probably a new iPhone or one of those nifty hoverboard thingys which everybody seems to be riding these days…but you probably don’t have that kind of cheddar in your bank account to afford to buy them for your besties, right? With that in mind, check out […]

Shadowhunters’ Stephanie Bennett Discusses Her New Role

By Willie Pena • November 11, 2015

Hi Stephanie, nice to e-meet you! First of all, can you tell us about the upcoming ABC Family show Shadowhunters, and your role in it? Shadowhunters is an ABC Family fantasy show based on the popular book series ‘The Mortal Instruments’ by Cassandra Clare. The show follows the main character, Clary Fray, an 18 year […]

7 Things All Teens Should Know About Applying to College

By Willie Pena • November 7, 2015

Let’s face it: whether you’re just starting to look at colleges or racing to finish your personal essay before the deadline, college applications can be intimidating. The good news? They don’t have to be. With a little guidance, any teen can navigate the college application process like a pro. As a content fellow at Khan […]

Rumay HAFU Wang Talks Gaming, Sexism, Hearthstone & More

By Editor • November 2, 2015

eSports caster & pro gamer Rumay HAFU Wang talks to Michael Pena about her rise as a gamer, how she got her parents to accept her unusual career, sexism and racism in the gaming industry, and new games she recommends (besides her standby Hearthstone) in this exclusive interview you will only see on Teens Wanna […]

C.L. Gaber’s ASCENDERS – Interview with Author plus Giveaway!

By Willie Pena • October 23, 2015

If you are looking a good book to get you in the Halloween spirit, the new ASCENDERS by C.L. Gaber just might fit the bill. Find out more about the story here, and scroll down for an interview with the author plus a special giveaway! (Note: this post contains affiliate links, meaning TWK might earn […]

Disney’s A Frozen Heart FAIRY TALE 2.0 Giveaway

By Willie Pena • October 22, 2015

Disney-Hyperion has released three new titles as part of their Fairy Tale 2.0 campaign, each with a unique twist on popular stories: A Whole New World, Red’s Untold Tale, and A Frozen Heart. To enter to win our Fairy Tale 2.0 Prize Pack, scroll down. But first, let’s check out the new titles! A FROZEN […]

Brady Reiter from 100 Things to Do Before High School

By Willie Pena • October 15, 2015

Here’s a quick Q & A with Brady Reiter from Nickelodeon’s hit show 100 Things to Do Before High School. What’s in a name? For Brady Reiter, star of the new “100 Things To Do Before High School,” hers has to do with an iconic TV show. “My parents were both married before and we […]

Dance Showdown Season 4 Behind the Scenes

By Willie Pena • October 12, 2015

DanceOn’s Dance Showdown returns for Season 4 on October 13th, 2015 and we got a sneak peek at the action with a behind the scenes tour of the set where we spoke with some of the contestants and judges. Make sure you subscribe to DanceOn so you don’t miss a show! https://www.youtube.com/user/DanceOn Interviews: Gabbie Hanna, […]

The Anthem of the Heart Opens November 1st in the US and Canada

By Editor • September 26, 2015

“I have feelings I can’t tell anybody hidden deep in a shell inside of my heart. But, really, I want to shout it out…my honest feelings like a beautiful anthem is waiting to break free.”Jun is a girl whose words have been sealed away. She was once a very happy girl, but because of a […]

Benjamin & Matthew Royer Twin Telepathy Challenge

By Willie Pena • September 25, 2015

We had a quick chat with the hilarious and talented twin brothers Benjamin and Matthew Royer from Disney Channel’s Best Friends Whenever, who reveal the surprising way they were discovered for the role, the dumbest twin question they were ever asked, and more. They also participated in our first (and probably only) Twin Telepathy Challenge. […]

Pre-Emmy Party 2015 w Donovan Carter, Rachel McCord & More

By Willie Pena • September 21, 2015

We hit a pre-emmy party hosted by designer Jennifer Reeves where we asked some celebrities who they are rooting for this Emmy season and which award show they would they create if they had the chance. We also ask Rachel McCord about the drama between her and Nicole Arbour regarding “Dear Fat People” Interviews: Donovan […]

Isabela Moner from “100 Things to do Before High School” Releasing Debut Album “Stopping Time” Sep. 18

By Willie Pena • September 17, 2015

14-year old Isabela Moner, star of Nickelodeon’s “100 Things To Do Before High School,” is releasing her debut, 12-track album called Stopping Time tomorrow, September 18, which will be available on iTunes, Amazon.com, BroadwayRecords.com and other retailers. The album is a mix of both originals, such as the first single “Dream About Me” which she […]

Labor Day/Back to School Giveaway for Teenagers

By Willie Pena • September 3, 2015

Some of you might be happy that beach and barbecue season is just about over and sweater weather is almost here. But we are sure that a few of you out there are feeling a bit glum about summer being nearly over. So, to cheer everyone up, we are doing one last product roundup and […]

Boruto: Naruto the Movie Trailer – Film Opens October 10th!

By Editor • August 6, 2015

Boruto:Naruto the Movie is the highly anticipated anime film based on author Masashi Kishimoto’s manga and directed by Hiroyuki Yamashita. Slated for release across 80 cities in the US and Canada on October 10th, 2015, fans can find out more and purchase tickets by visiting the ElevenArts website. Boruto: Naruto the Movie Synopsis “With Naruto […]

“Forever for a Year” Giveaway with $25 Sephora Gift Card and More!

By Willie Pena • August 4, 2015

Forever for a Year is a new book (released July 7th) for the more mature teens out there, one which will resonate with many who have already experienced the clumsiness of freshman year and the awkwardness of their first love. It is the debut novel from playwright & filmmaker B.T. Gottfred, an up-close-and-personal, first-love story […]

Bad Night Premiere with JennxPenn, Lauren Elizabeth, Trevor Moran, Lohanthony and more

By Willie Pena • July 26, 2015

YouTubers, Viners, Snapchatters, Instragrammers, and Periscopers are taking over the world it seems! Watch as we interview a few of the biggest names in social media at the premiere of “Bad Night” starring several YouTubers. Interviews: Jenn McAllister, Lauren Elizabeth Luthringhausen, Trevor Moran, Alx James, Lohanthony, Teala Dunn, Lia Marie Johnson, Megan Hughes, Lindsay Hughes, […]

Haley Lu Richardson Shines in “The Young Kieslowski”

By Willie Pena • July 24, 2015

The Young Kieslowski, starring Ryan Malgarini from Freaky Friday and Haley Lu Richardson from Ravenswood, is a coming of age film written and directed by Kerem Sanga and produced by Danny Leiner, who directed Harold & Kumar Go To White Castle and Dude, Where’s My Car? It opens today, June 24th and is recommended for […]

Travis Miller Talks “Reflection,” Beatboxing, Influences and More

By Willie Pena • July 14, 2015

Michael chats with Travis Miller, who just released a new EP called Reflection https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/reflection-ep/id1003848842. Watch him beatbox and perform one of his new songs acapella! Twitter: http://twitter.com/Travis3Miller Instagram: http://instagram.com/Travis3Miller Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Travis3Miller

19th Actors Fund Tony Awards Viewing Party Interviews w Tim Curry, Alfred Molina, Sharon Stone, Miles Brown

By Willie Pena • July 13, 2015

The Actors Fund is a national human services organization that helps everyone who works in the performing arts and entertainment through social services, emergency financial assistance, healthcare and insurance counselling, housing and employment and training services. Every year, they host a Tony Awards viewing party which honors important names in the Broadway theater world. This […]

Win a New Heart Rate Monitor Watch from Dakota Watch Company – Review

By Willie Pena • June 25, 2015

While smartwatches like the Apple Watch may be getting all the attention lately, the hefty price and complexity of these devices makes them “not ready for prime time” for most people, let alone cash-strapped teens. One feature that many of these watches carry is a heart rate monitor, a valuable tool for anyone looking for […]

Nerf Rebelle 10 Mile FRS Walkie Talkie Review

By Editor • June 25, 2015

We received a pair of Nerf Rebelle 10 Mile FRS Walkie Talkies for review, and we have to say we really enjoyed using them. Let’s check out some of the specs and what we liked, and didn’t like, about these units. The walkie talkies are small, and are easily usable by even little kids. The […]

BIG Summer Book Giveaway!

By Willie Pena • June 10, 2015

Summer is here and school’s out for most teens…but that doesn’t mean you have to give up the books! In order to keep your mind sharp, we recommend reading at least one book a month during vacation. To help you out, we are giving away a whopping TEN titles right now in a variety of […]

SkyBell Wi-Fi Video Doorbell

By Willie Pena • May 24, 2015

SkyBell is a Wi-Fi enabled video doorbell that comes with an app that allows you to see who’s at your door (and talk to them) through a live video feed to your iOS and Android mobile devices, even if you are in another country! Pretty cool idea, right? Here are some of the features: advanced […]

Tropic Spa Home Mist Tanning System

By Willie Pena • May 24, 2015

For those of us who want a bit of color in time for Graduation without exposure to dangerous UV rays, Tropic Spa Home Mist Tanning System promises a solution. The way the system works is pretty ingenious. You first charge the unit’s batteries (takes about half a day), and then load it up with six […]

Bring Out Your Inner Ballerina With Comfy Linge Ballet Flats

By Willie Pena • May 24, 2015

Feeling nostalgic for your ballet days as a little girl? Or maybe you just want some super comfy flats that are suitable for both just lounging around or a stroll around the mall? Then check out the ballet flats made by Linge Shoes! What we like about them: High quality, soft and supple leather Stretchy […]

The Haunting of Sunshine Girl – Interview with Paige McKenzie

By Willie Pena • May 19, 2015

The Haunting of Sunshine Girl is a Youtube phenomenon which follows the spooky happenings surrounding a teenager and her family in Oregon. We got the chance to speak with star Paige McKenzie at a recent event at Youtube Space LA. She just released the first “The Haunting of Sunshine Girl” Book and reveals what’s coming […]

Suicidal? Self-Harming? Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services Can Help

By Willie Pena • May 12, 2015

One topic which continues to rear its ugly head in the news and across social media is teen self-harm, which includes things such as suicide, cutting, intentional alcohol and drug overconsumption, and more. While bullying is often cited as a cause of the depression which leads to self-harm, the roots can stem from anything from […]

‘Every Last Word’ Prize Pack Giveaway from Disney Publishing

By Willie Pena • May 11, 2015

To win this great prize pack, courtesy of Disney Hyperion, keep reading! EVERY LAST WORD By Tamara Ireland Stone In stores June 16th About the Book: If you could read my mind, you wouldn’t be smiling. Samantha McAllister looks just like the rest of the popular girls in her junior class. But hidden beneath the […]

The 10 Cool Free Games for Your iPhone

By Rosa Perez • May 7, 2015

The following is a guest post from James Johnson. A few years ago, news broke out that teens now spend nearly a third of their day on their phones, engaged in a variety of activities from texting to watching videos, checking social media, and of course, playing various games. Later that same year, U.S. Department […]

Klik Cinco 3 with Will Jay, Josh Levi and Cinco de Mayo Trivia!

By Willie Pena • May 6, 2015

We checked out the red carpet at this year’s Cinco, held at Avalon Hollywood. See how much these teen celebrities know about Cinco de Mayo trivia! Interviews: Will Jay, Josh Levi, Elise Luthman, Joey Luthman, Noland Ammon, Jay Jay Warren, Nick Azarian, Chandler Juliet, Serena Laurel, Faith Ziegler, Aliyah Moulden, Dylan Rey, Tristan Blaine, Urban […]

Fight Back Against Bullies with Krav Maga Expert Jarrett Arthur

By Willie Pena • April 27, 2015

Are we teaching teens and kids to become a nation of victims that cannot stand up for themselves? That’s one question we posed to Krav Maga instructor Jarrett Arthur, creator of the M.A.M.A. self defense system. Arthur provides some practical communication tips for dealing with bullies, and also covers some awesome self-defense techniques to use […]

Accessorize Like a Celebrity for Graduation with Shatra Designs

By Willie Pena • April 26, 2015

The following is a sponsored post. Graduation is coming up, and for many of you, this is the biggest moment of your life so far. This means its time to celebrate! If you are looking to hit graduation parties in style, or want a way to stand out from the crowd in the fall once […]

Jakob Salvati Talks Faith, Superpowers and Runaway Cars in “Little Boy”

By Willie Pena • April 24, 2015

Jakob Salvati is the 11-year-old lead in superstar producer Mark Burnett’s (The Bible, Shark Tank, The Apprentice, Survivor) latest film, Little Boy, which opens today April 24th. The family film, directed by Smithsonian Institute Award-winning director Alejandro Monteverde, follows the story of Pepper Flynt Busbee (Salvati), whose father goes off to fight in World War […]

Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards Fun at Hollywood and Highland

By Willie Pena • March 28, 2015

So Nickelodeon’s Kids Choice Awards are happening this weekend, and to celebrate, Nick and Toyota partnered to set up some fun activities at Hollywood and Highland this week — so of course we went to check out the action and GET SLIMED! Scroll down for the video of our junior reporter Keira Pena getting just […]

Karmin Adds “Along the Road” to its Slate of Cool Music Videos

By Willie Pena • March 25, 2015

Pop/Rock duo Karmin, comprised of members Amy Heidemann and Nick Noonan and best known for their mega-hit “Brokenhearted” which was played everywhere, released a new music video last night for “Along the Road.” It’s a cool addition to a pretty funky collection of music videos from the pair, who recently parted ways with their label […]

Blake English from After Romeo Sings Johanna from Sweeney Todd

By Willie Pena • March 22, 2015

So we became fans of After Romeo after we interviewed them back in November (you can see that video at the bottom of this page), but we didn’t realize just how talented each individual member was. Take Blake English for instance. Not only can he dance and sing pop music, but he also has a […]

Meg V. Jones and #NotAStatistic

By Willie Pena • March 15, 2015

What do you do when life gives you a few hard knocks? You pick yourself up and keep going, while encouraging others to follow their dreams right along with you. At least that is what Meg V. Jones is attempting to do with her #notAStatistic campaign. According to Meg’s bio on her website, she has […]

A Matter of Respect with Linor Abargil & Jane Fonda

By Willie Pena • February 13, 2015

What is it going to take to stop sexual violence, especially against women? We tackle this issue by first talking with teens and community leaders at the San Diego Jewish Film Festival, plus the subject of the documentary Brave Miss World, Linor Abargil. We then visit CBS Studios for the One Billion Rising for Justice […]

Cameron Palatas & Pass the Light Premiere with Allie DeBerry

By Willie Pena • February 13, 2015

Michael Peña interviews Cameron Palatas, star of the brand-new faith-based film “Pass the Light,” opening today February 6th 2015. We then join Lisa-Marie Woods for the red carpet premiere at the iconic Arclight Cinema in Hollywood. Interviews: Cameron Palatas, Allie Deberry, Brendon Eggertsen, Jacob Houston, Lou Wegner, Rachael Kathryn Bell, Milena Govich, Malcolm J. Goodwin, […]

Laci Kay Runnin’ Free, 2015 Rose Parade, AKNU Rhythm is You

By Willie Pena • February 13, 2015

We go behind the scenes at Laci Kay’s “Runnin’ Free” video shoot first, and then bring you the highlights of the world-famous 2015 Rose Parade. We wrap up this episode with the uber-cool video for the incredibly catchy “Rhythm is You” by X-Factor alumni AKNU, you are going to want to dance when you see […]

Brandon Sanderson’s Firefight Prize Pack Giveaway Incl. Mophie Portable Charger!

By Willie Pena • January 26, 2015

Fans of Brandon Sanderson’s The Reckoners Series who had been anxiously awaiting the release of the Book 2 were no doubt thrilled that Firefight hit the market a couple of weeks ago. And Teens Wanna Know is teaming up with Random House to give away a free copy of Firefight PLUS Book One, Steelheart and a MOPHIE PORTABLE CHARGER! Scroll down […]

Meet Jocelyn Arndt – Harvard University Student and Singer/Songwriter

By Willie Pena • January 26, 2015

Singer Jocelyn Arndt and her brother/co-writer Christian prove that artists can be just as comfortable in the classroom as in the recording studio. In addition to touring and promoting their brand new EP Strangers in Fairlyland, both are also busy pursuing their educations at the world-famous Harvard University. Jocelyn and Chris are collectively known as […]

Meet Breaker Novogratz, a Face to Watch

By Willie Pena • January 15, 2015

Breaker Novogratz is a 13-year-old who is no stranger to show business, being featured along with the rest of his family on such shows as Home by Novagratz and 9 by Design. Son of designers Cortney and Robert, he is starting to make his own moves after his family’s recent relocation to Los Angeles, signing […]

Teen Gym Etiquette – Do’s and Dont’s

By Willie Pena • January 7, 2015

Its the beginning of a new year, and you know what that means: NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS! Yay! This means a lot of teens are going to start heading to the gym to work on their fitness goals. Like anywhere else, there are certain things you just don’t do when working out, which you might not […]

10 Simple Tips for Teens to Stay Healthy During the Holidays

By Editor • December 22, 2014

Be warned: temptation will be all around us this week, as we get together with family and are surrounded by an endless stream of treats. And although teens can usually get away with sneaking in a few extra calories due to our higher metabolisms, we should still try to avoid packing on those unwanted pounds […]

83rd Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade with R5 and The Haunted Hathaways Cast

By Willie Pena • December 20, 2014

Teens Wanna Know hit the 83rd Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade to talk to several celebrities. It was quite a rainy day, but we made it out alive! Interviews: George Thorogood, Denise Austin, Erik Estrada, Laura McKenzie, R5 (Ross Lynch, Riker Lynch, Rydel Lynch, Rocky Lynch, Ellington Lee Ratliff), G.W. Bailey, Benjamin Flores Jr. (Lil P-Nut), […]

Looking Ahead Awards with Hilary Swank, Tia & Tamera Mowry

By Willie Pena • December 18, 2014

We were fortunate to cover the first ever Looking Ahead Awards, brought to the world by The Actor’s Fund. Highlights: Hilary Swank presented the Looking Ahead Parenting Award to her mom, Judy, and Tia and Tamera Mowry were presented the Education Award by their former “Sister Sister” co-star Jackee. Interviews: Hilary Swank, Judy Swank, Tia […]

Ballet RED & MAXSO

By Willie Pena • December 18, 2014

Teens Wanna Know attended the premiere of Ballet RED, a fusion of ballet and EDM created by Josie Walsh. Interviews: Josie Walsh, Jealous Angel, Elliot Gould, Lexee Smith, David Golshan, Caitlin O’Connor, Phoebe Price, Alexa Ferr, Shane Sparks, Lindsay Kay Hayward, Carly Robyn Green, Katherine McNamara, Patricia Ward Kelly We also spoke with up-and-coming recording […]

After Romeo, Cimorelli, Josh Levi, Lexee Smith & More

By Willie Pena • December 18, 2014

In this episode of TWK, we covered TWO great events: First is the 13th Annual Citadel Outlets Tree Lighting Ceremony where we spoke with After Romeo, Cimorelli, Jana Kramer, and Josh Levi. Following that we show you the action at Miss Behave Girls Runway Show and Talent Search, where we talked fashion with Lexee Smith, […]

Innovation Run with Laurie Metcalf, Jack McGee PLUS Alexa Ferr

By Willie Pena • December 18, 2014

TWK covered the Innovation Run earlier this year, which raised funds for a local Los Angeles middle school. We spoke with several celebrity supporters, including Jack McGee and Laurie Metcalf from “The McCarthys,” Singer Mandy Rain, Connor Price from “Being Human,” “General Hospital’s” Jimmy Deshler, and the voice of Jimmy Neutron Debi Derryberry. We also […]

Q&A With Nashville’s Gunnar Sizemore

By Willie Pena • December 15, 2014

Gunnar Sizemore is a young actor who already has some impressive credits under his belt. You might have heard his work as the voice of Ignacio in The Book of Life movie or seen him portray Micah Brenner on ABC’s Nashville — or if you are a fan of Disney’s Kickin’ It, you probably saw […]

Holiday Gift Idea: Cate & Chloe VIP Jewelry Box Subscription

By Willie Pena • December 7, 2014

It’s hard to resist the draw of the bling. Shiny stones and gleaming metal are especially prized during the holiday gift-giving season. And one company is making it easy, to give your jewelry-loving friends and family (or yourself) a monthly fix of some nice pieces at a very affordable price. Cate & Chloe offer their […]