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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
By Willie Pena • January 8, 2016
There is nothing better than watching a horror flick while curled up with someone you like. That’s why they make such great picks for dates. ‘The Forest’ is a perfect example of a film that makes for a fun night out. It tells the story of a woman who sets out to find her twin […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • November 20, 2015
We were just introduced to a new artist and we are glad we were. Meet Jacob Jobe, a 19-year-old from Tulsa, Oklahoma with dreams of making it big in the music industry, who has released his new song Come Back to Me on iTunes today. It is an R&B number about a girl who has […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • November 11, 2015
British girl group sensations and X-Factor winners Little Mix caught up with our friends at Sweety High at Radio Disney Studios to talk all things ‘Get Weird’! Watch their EXCLUSIVE VIDEO and check out Little Mix showing off their dance moves with Sweety High in celebration of their new album, ‘Get Weird’ before performing at […]
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 […]
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 […]
By Editor • November 5, 2015
Disney-Pixar’s INSIDE OUT was just released on November 3rd on DVD, Blu-ray 3D™, Blu-ray™ Combo Pack and On Demand. We got the chance to speak with a couple of the stars of the film, Kaitlyn Dias who plays “Riley” and Phyllis Smith who plays the iconic “Sadness.” Their interviews are below (scroll down to listen), […]
By Willie Pena • November 4, 2015
College application season is in full swing. One of the biggest questions on students’ (and parents’) minds besides where they’ll be enrolled this time next year is how they’re going to pay for it all. Unfortunately, many families cannot afford to pay for college out of pocket and their institution of choice can’t provide adequate […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • October 26, 2015
PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE AND COMMENT! Ayyyy..we’ve got Armani Jackson from the hit zombie movie “Cooties” in da house who talks about the weird stuff that happened on set and takes on his big sis Talia in our Halloween Sibling Trivia Challenge. Can you guess who wins? HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
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 […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • October 16, 2015
Lilly and Audrey Andrews started watching the Food Network at three because most of the cartoons on TV were frankly too frightening. They saw eggplants being featured and their curiosity grew. They went with their mom to the market, brought some eggplant home and learned to sauté that very night. One day their mom overheard […]
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 […]
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, […]
By Willie Pena • October 2, 2015
Teens Wanna Know hit a Hollywood red carpet premiere once again, this time to watch and talk with the cast and producer of Laws of the Universe Part 0, a new anime which opens October 2nd in the US (selected theaters). Interviews: Tom Kenny, Lex Lang, Christina Vee, Koji Matsumoto, Kari Wahlgren, Steven Skyler, Patrick […]
By Willie Pena • September 29, 2015
Ryan McCartan is a busy guy. Not only is he promoting his brand new movie R.L. Stine’s Monsterville: Cabinet of Souls which was just released on DVD and streaming September 29, but he is also about to jump back onto the Liv and Maddie set for Season 3, begin production on a new movie, and […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • September 17, 2015
We have featured Edidion on a couple of our New Music Blastoffs! and played his stuff on TWK Radio before, so we were excited to learn he was releasing a new EP called Statistic, which was just released. We sent iver a few questions to get to know him a little better, but before we […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • July 16, 2015
We caught the world premiere of Attack on Titan Live Action Movie (Part 1 – Part two is slated for release in September) at the Egyptian Theater in Hollywood. First of all, our opinion of the movie: IT IS AMAAAAAZING! Fans of the anime series and manga will not be disappointed, and audiences who have […]
By Willie Pena • July 15, 2015
“Austin & Ally’s” Laura Marano, “Jessie’s” Karan Brar, “Get The Look’s” Electra Formosa, and producer George Caceres provide show biz insight as we check out this year’s Celebrity Experience–where aspiring actors get the chance to learn from established artists, including film, music and TV stars. http://www.thecelebrityexperience.tv/#home
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
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 […]
By Willie Pena • July 6, 2015
We hit the red carpet for the Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’ Premiere held in Los Angeles on July 2nd, where we got to speak to many of the voice actors in the film as well as other Hollywood actors. Interviews: Christopher Ayres (Lord Frieza), Sean Schemmel (Goku), Kyle Hebert (Teen Gohan), Mike McFarland (Master […]
By Editor • June 30, 2015
Have some great teen business ideas? Wondering what’s it take to create a business and have it start making money right away? This is the dream of many an entrepreneur, and while there is not one single right answer — since people’s tastes and needs change all the time — you can learn a lot […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • June 25, 2015
Summer is officially here…YAY! Of course, that means we have stuff to give away from some great brands…DOUBLE YAY! While we are getting some stuff together for the guys for another giveaway, this one is perfect for any teen girl who wants to add some pizzazz to her personal style this beach season. Let’s check […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • June 17, 2015
Often, you come across entertainers who sing about heartache or some other deep issue, but you think to yourself, “Do they really have the experience behind what they are singing about?” Well, in the case of 21-year old Hope Vista from New Jersey, the struggle has been real. First, she experienced the trauma of nearly […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • June 5, 2015
If you’ve got younger brothers and sister, you likely have seen The Fresh Beat Band playing in your house. Or perhaps you watched them yourself as you were growing up in these past few years. One of the most beloved of that happy, smiling quartet of youngsters that sang and danced their way into the […]
By Willie Pena • May 30, 2015
Our host Michael Pena got to spend a few minutes of one-on-one quality time with Dove Cameron who chatted about her new film Barely Lethal plus the upcoming Disney Descendants, the challenges of her role on Liv and Maddie, and something her fans would be surprised to know about her!
By Willie Pena • May 28, 2015
Barely Lethal, the new teen action movie directed by Kyle Newman and starring Hailee Steinfeld, Samuel L. Jackson, Jessica Alba, Sophie Turner, Dove Cameron and Thomas Mann opens theatrically on May 29th, and Teens Wanna Know covered the press conference for the film held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills. Scroll down to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • May 19, 2015
THE ISLE OF THE LOST is the prequel to “Descendants,” the upcoming live-action adventure comedy film premiering on Disney Channel this summer. Its a new novel, released May 5th, about the little known teenage children of Disney’s most infamous villains from bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz. Evil tree. Bad Apple? Twenty years ago, all […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • April 29, 2015
Actor Blake Cooper Griffin is one to watch, breaking out this year with quite a few notable roles. He is currently appearing opposite Academy Award Winner Cuba Gooding Jr. in the drama Life of a King, available on Netflix. On May 1st he hits the big screen with Academy Award Winner Helen Hunt in her […]
By Editor • April 27, 2015
We got the chance to talk to the fabulous kids who star in Nickelodeon’s hit show Max & Shred: Jonny Gray, Jake Goodman, Emilia McCarthy, and Saadra Chaudry. We asked them about their roles, who is the biggest prankster, and how alike they are to their characters. Then…we put them through a Brains versus Brawns […]
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 […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • April 24, 2015
Rebecca Juliet is a 16-year-old New York City-based singer-songwriter on a mission to change the world through her music–both through the messages in her lyrics and by donating to charities with the proceeds of her sales. Her latest single, “Damsel in Distress” is an empowerment song for girls, making a point that girls do not […]
By Willie Pena • April 24, 2015
Looking for a boy band with something a little different? Phase Five is a new Urban Pop vocal group based out of Los Angeles, CA whose members are a bit more mature and worldly than what you might expect, all being college-age and from very diverse locations (Belgium, UK, Puerto Rico, Florida, and Indiana). From […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • April 20, 2015
With Prom season well underway and Graduation right around the corner, it’s time to highlight some great products to keep your skin in “primo” condition for some of the most memorable times of your life. And, of course, these great brands have also provided some GIVEAWAY SWAG…you can enter to win all of these great […]
By Willie Pena • April 3, 2015
So Help Me God – Kanye West What We Know: The follow-up to West’s polarizing industrial hip-hop album Yeezus, So Help Me God has been described by Ye during a Power 105.1 interview as “bars, songs, cookout music that just feels good … This album is embracing the music, joy. Being of service to […]
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 […]
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 […]
By Editor • March 23, 2015
Now that winter is past in most of the country, it is time to celebrate one of our favorite seasons – spring! And what better way to do that than with a giveaway? Here we have several titles that we are going to give away to one lucky winner; let’s take a look at what’s […]
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 […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • March 6, 2015
We’ve covered plenty of awards shows in the past 3 years, but if we had to choose just one to cover again and again in the future–it would be the Noble Awards! They honor the important celebrities who are actually giving back to the community instead of just paying lip service to it–and in this […]
By Editor • March 5, 2015
In this precisely edited video, Barack Obama appears to sing every line of Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off.” So funny! Check out more from the creator here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvHn0MTf40rdEQu6Y2yNL5g
By Willie Pena • March 2, 2015
Our most celebrity-filled episode to date brings you to 4 major awards ceremonies in Hollywood: The AAFCA, the CAS, the Satellite Awards, and the WGA. As a bonus, we also take you behind the scenes to an exclusive luxury gifting suite! Interviews: African American Film Critics Association Awards: Bill Bellamy, David Oyelowo, Henry G. Sanders, […]
By Willie Pena • March 2, 2015
You might have seen our past interviews, usually hilarious, with Will Jay Behlendorf when he was a member of the super-popular boy band IM5 on our YouTube channel. And you might already know about his amicable separation from the band to work on his solo music (they are still friends to this day). Well, his […]
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 […]
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, […]
By Willie Pena • February 13, 2015
TWK’s Lisa-Marie Woods hit the red carpet at the El Portal Theater in North Hollywood to meet the cast of the hit TV Series “The Fosters,” who share their viewpoints on what makes a true family and what they have learned about the foster care system since working on the show. Interviews: Jake T Austin, […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • February 2, 2015
Kristi Hoopes is a 16-year-old (well, she’ll be 17 in a couple of weeks) with a bright future ahead of her. Not only does she maintain a high GPA, but she has also won nearly 40 awards recognizing her prowess as a singer and songwriter. Now, her dreams of recording in a world-class studio have […]
By Willie Pena • January 31, 2015
Teens seeking to get in shape know how tough it can be to stay committed to a program until you see results. Even if you stick with the workouts, it is easy to lose the fitness game by eating too much of the wrong types of foods, which slow your gains and can discourage even […]
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 […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • January 22, 2015
Calum Worthy, of Disney’s Austin & Ally fame, co-stars with Lexi Giovagnoli in the brand new movie All She Wishes, which premiered today on digital on demand platforms. We got the chance to ask Lexi a few questions about the movie, her role, and what it was like to work with Calum, and her interview […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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), […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • December 15, 2014
Fans of the smash hit series The Walking Dead will remember the Chambler family, befriended by The Governor in Season 4. One of the shocking tragedies of that season was the death of young Meghan Chambler at the hands of a buried zombie. That character was played by Meyrick Murphy, an up-and-coming actress who we […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • December 14, 2014
Alright, let’s say you have very little time for Christmas shopping and are out of ideas and don’t have too much cash lying around. Don’t worry. We have compiled a few of the best items sent to us for review, all but one of them under $50, which you can either purchase for your fellow […]
By Willie Pena • December 11, 2014
Earlier this week, Teens Wanna Know’s junior reporter Keira Peña got the chance to mingle with some dedicated animal lovers and a celeb or two at the soft launch for ZuGoPet held at a private mansion in Beverly Hills. What is ZuGoPet? It is a dog car seat/pet bed/travel bag combo invented by Juls Bindi. […]
By Willie Pena • December 8, 2014
Daphne Blunt is a teen actress, host, singer, and blogger who also just happens to have a bit of an obsession with all things fashion. You might have spotted her interviewing celebrities such as The Vamps for Fanlala.com, or heard her on Radio Disney’s “My Dream” where she played Kayla — or perhaps you saw […]
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 […]
By Willie Pena • November 24, 2014
Fans of New York Times Best-selling Author Jennifer Donnelly’s Deep Blue have been anxiously awaiting the second book in The Waterfire Saga, called Rogue Wave. Well, soon their wait will be over, as the book is slated for a January 6th release date. For readers new to the series, the first book Deep Blue introduces […]