Walt Disney Animation Studios does it again. Continuing their energized creative streak after their smash hits Frozen and Wreck-It Ralph, the studio just released Big Hero 6 — and it doesn’t disappoint. The film, based on a heretofore little-known Marvel comic, centers around 14-year old robotics prodigy Hiro, who enjoys hustling others for cash at […]
As a longtime journalist, Victoria Griffith has explored many diverse topics, including the Yanomami Indians, space exploration, and the human genome. Now she brings some of her life experience, including living in Brazil and exploring environmental issues, to present her first YA novel called Amazon Burning. We got to ask Victoria a few interview questions, […]
Pop-rock sensations R5, Fifth Harmony, Pretty Little Liars actress and singer Lucy Hale, and Girl Meets World’s Sabrina Carpenter took the stage at the T.J. Martell Foundation’s 6th Annual Family Day held at CBS Radford Studios in Studio City, CA on November 16th from 12 noon to 4 p.m. Teens Wanna Know attended this sold […]
If you watched the recent Disney movie, Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, you probably noticed a very catchy pop-rock track that played during the credits. What makes the song, called “Best Worst Day Ever,” even more notable, is that it was written and performed by one of the young stars […]
Its almost our favorite time of the year – Holiday season! We just love spending time with family members and friends, and eating all that good food is a bonus. Another bonus is, of course, PRESENTS! If you are looking for something cool for yourself, or perhaps want to impress someone with a gift that […]
13-year-old singer Summerlyn Powers (well, she’ll be 14 in about a week) has just released her debut EP “Dixie Dust.” Produced by Andrew Rollins (ABC’s Nashville Soundtrack), the release features four tracks which this young talent from Fairhope, Alabama co-wrote with award-winning singer/songwriter Pam Tillis. Summerlyn’s first song, “Alabama Kinda Girl” was released when she […]
Teens Wanna Know covered the 30th anniversary of AIDS Walk Los Angeles on October 12, 2014. The event featured plenty of celebrity horsepower including singer and former American Idol judge Paula Abdul, We got to speak with several of the celebrities who lent their support in order to raise money and awareness to combat the […]
Thousands of teenagers come to Hollywood every year in the hopes of launching a successful show business career. Only a small handful ever establish themselves, despite so many possessing tremendous talent in acting, music, dance and related skills. So what is missing for the rest of them? Apart from the fact that there is an […]
By all accounts, Jaclyn Stapp is living quite a charmed life. She is an award-winning children’s book author, former beauty queen, spokesperson, model, mother of three children, and the wife of Grammy award-winning lead singer of rock band Creed, Scott Stapp. And recently, she added another accomplishment: founding a new non-profit organization for children aptly […]
With everybody texting and tweeting these days, communication often lacks the personal touch. A new set of postcards by a bunch of hip designers from both coasts can help bring some of that back, however. Keep Fresh, Stay Rad by Friends of Type is a set of 100 cards featuring epic designs and messages […]
Check out our interviews with Ariana Sloan, who perfoms her new song “We Look Good In Pictures” LIVE, and actor/entrepreneur Spencer Owens. Oh, and we recently celebrated our 2nd Birthday…so some of our friends gave us a couple of birthday shoutouts…including the feisty “Granny B”
Fans of Marie Lu’s Legend Trilogy have a reason to get excited, as her new book, The Young Elites, is slated for release October 7th. To celebrate, Teens Wanna Know is holding another GIVEAWAY! But first, let’s explore the new book: Some hate us, think us outlaws to hang at the gallows. Some fear us, […]
One of the negative things about celebrities is the seemingly capricious and irresponsible way that many of them spend their money. In fact, a surprising number of musicians, actors, and sports stars are either flat-out broke or heading there — despite earning MILLIONS during their heydays. A new documentary explores why this happens, and why […]
A new tour is hitting middle schools, high schools and other venues starting this month, and it carries a strong message for teens: bullying is not cool. The Teen Nation Tour (TNT) is a 90-minute program which features up-and-coming recording artists from a variety of musical genres such as pop, country, and rock. In addition […]
Age 11 is a bittersweet time. It is an age where one is not yet jaded and can still maintain an optimism and idealism about the world, while also becoming faintly aware of how scary and unjust it can be. It is truly the last year of unbridled innocence, the last hurrah of being a […]
Going to college for the first time is mixture of fear and excitement. On the one hand you are about to be FREE and unsupervised by your parents (yippee!), while on the other you are now entering a world where you will be responsible for most of what happens to you. The problem is…no one […]
On September 22, FOX debuts the highly-anticipated superhero origin show GOTHAM. The series, which is slated to air Monday nights at 8 PM (ET/PT) covers the rise of various famous super-villains in the DC Comics Universe, such as the Riddler, Catwoman and The Penguin — not to mention the Caped Crusader himself: Batman. GOTHAM follows […]
The long-awaited film Innocence, based on Jane Mendelsohn’s novel of the same name, is finally hitting theaters tomorrow September 5th, and Teens Wanna Know was able to ask a few questions of its teen star Sophie Curtis. First, for those unfamiliar with the premise of the story, let’s cover the synopsis from the official press release: Haunted […]
Laura Marano, from the hit show Austin and Ally, has teamed up with Birds Eye Vegetables and the Walt Disney Company to promote healthy eating just in time for back-to-school season through the “Veggin’ in LA with Laura Marano Sweepstakes presented by Birds Eye.” The sweepstakes, which runs until September 24th, features a grand prize […]
Check out guest host Tara-Nicole Azarian as she covers the red carpet at the “A Horse For Summer” premiere. Then, Nathaniel Pena interviews new family band The Fulcos, managed by 80s rocker Appolonia Kotero. Interviews: Mandalynn Carlson, Nicole Taylor Criss, Chalet Lizette Brennan, Paris Smith, Joshua Ray Bell, Dean Cain, Christopher Rich, Ewa Halina Rich, […]
Special Report By: Hayley Grimshaw (all pics courtesy Hayley) Anti-bullying teen advocate for TRUCE: promoting cyber-kindness What does a basketball game have in common with “The Hunger Games”? The answer: Josh Hutcherson! The popular movie star of “Journey to the Center of the Earth”, “Zathura” and, of course, as Peeta Mellark in ‘The Hunger Games” […]
Faith-based themes have been cropping up more and more in Hollywood films lately — from Noah to Son of God to Heaven is For Real — and audiences are responding by rewarding filmmakers with respectable box office grosses. Now another film with biblical themes is set to enter the fray, although this time, it’s a […]
The Stream is a brand-new coming-of-age film slated to premiere Tuesday August 26, 2014 at the Boys & Girls Club LA Harbor, with a simultaneous release on iTunes and in Walmart. It stars Mario Lopez, Kelly Rutherford, Rainn Wilson and Christopher Gorham. According to the press release, “A long time ago, in the summer of […]
What does it take to get back your faith — in yourself? In Rumble, the latest book from #1 New York Times Bestselling YA Author Ellen Hopkins, the main character — 18-year-old Matthew Turner — attempts to find out, as he deals with the recent suicide of his homosexual little brother, his parents’ difficult marriage, […]
17-year-old pro surfer Tia Blanco is an inspiring teen. Not only is she ranked #1 in the NSSA Open Womens Division, #1 in Surfing America Prime U18 Division and is the 2013 West Coast NSSA champion for the Open Womens division, but she is also a straight-A student who maintains a healthy vegan lifestyle and […]
The following is a guest post by Mandy Wilkins. Alright, we admit it: we’re obsessed with celebrities. Whether they’re strutting down the red carpet or gracing the front of magazine covers, we like to follow their every move. But, once we strip away all their glitter, money, and fame, it turns out that celebrities are […]
In this episode we visit The Celebrity Experience where interview Director/Producer George Caceres, “Shake It Up!’s” Caroline Sunshine, “Lab Rats” Spencer Boldman, “The Fosters” Ashley Argota, and “Ravenswood” Luke Benward. We also check out a flash mob honoring Michael Jackson and review the Asus MeMO Pad 7. George Caceres IMDb: http://imdb.com/name/nm3900083/ Website: http://georgecfoundation.com/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/OfficialGeorgeCaceres […]
What better way to start the school year off than with some free sports gear? Well, enter our EZ photo caption contest below and you could be a winner! Prep Sportswear is giving away $50 in customized sports gear perfect for back to school. They have two cool new collections this season, including their Tonal […]
Teens looking for something to creep themselves out should check out the new film available on VOD this week, At the Devil’s Door. The movie begins with realtor Leigh, played by Colombian actress Catalina Sandino Moreno (Maria Full of Grace), encountering an uninvited visitor while performing a home inspection of an otherwise empty home. The […]
Guest Post by Emma Fuller, Omlet At first, Mark seemed like the perfect guy: He “shared” regularly, “checked in” often, kept you “fed” with the latest news, and paid attention to what you “liked.” But before you knew it, Mark began to change: He invaded your privacy, started keeping tabs on everything you did, he […]
Looking for a little mindless entertainment but your phone can’t squeeze even one more app in its memory? Try the mobile app section at MyRealGames.com. From the press release: Nikolai Veselov, of MyRealGames, says, “Tablet devices are proving to be incredibly popular among gamers, and our selection of fantastic mobile games are perfect for those […]
Clinton Sparks is a very talented and busy man. When he is not producing hits for Akon, Lady Gaga, T-Pain or dozens of other major artists, he is busy deejaying, appearing on TV, or running one of his businesses enterprises — including apparel stores and a marketing company. In addition to his self-created empire, the […]
Madeleine Hage is a college student with dreams of becoming a physician. That is not so unusual. What is unusual is that she, on purpose, travels to areas affected by terrible catastrophes — areas most people avoid. Madeleine doesn’t go to these places to sightsee, however. She goes to deliver much needed help to those […]
General Hospital’s Jimmy Deshler and filmmaker Riley Beres teamed up to produce a documentary on homelessness in L.A. We feature them, plus take you to the premiere of the film — ending off with a touching montage set to Caleb’s “Shelter.”
We explore deejaying in this episode of Teens Wanna Know as Michael Pena interviews DJ Young Slade in our studio, then goes live to his 16th birthday luau where stars like Becky G and InkMonstarr send some birthday shoutouts! Plus, we review Flips Audio Headphones…the worlds first headphones which flip out into loudspeakers to share […]
Melissa Carcache, who plays school nurse “Lily” on Nickelodeon’s hit television series ‘Every Witch Way’, showed her non-witchy ways at a recent special premiere screening of the show for hospitalized kids at Miami Children’s Hospital. In addition to showing the premiere of the 2nd season, she delighted the kids by signing autographs and posing for […]
Let’s face it. A lot of the food which is mass-produced by large conglomerates is simply not good for you and only intended to addict your taste buds while enriching owners. Just walk down the center aisles of any supermarket and you will see tons of artificial colors, synthetic preservatives, massive amounts of refined sugar […]
So the camera panned over to this little kid at a Miami baseball game and…hahahahahaha https://vine.co/v/MtZ2xhIjDPe
We were recently introduced to an outstanding teen singer whose vocal talent belies her young age. Her voice is so polished and airplay-ready that we wouldn’t be surprised if she isn’t all over country/pop radio within the space of a year or two. Yes, its that good. Meet Brittany Ray. First off, tell us a […]
We hit Hollywood for another red carpet party, this time to celebrate Kaley Stallings CD release. Plus, catch our host Michael M. Peña just as he steps out of the theater after watching a special preview of “Earth to Echo.” Interviews: Kayley Stallings, Eric Zuley, Ashley Argota, Meeghan Henry, Samantha Elizondo, Matthew Jacob Wayne, Elise […]
So we recently had the chance to play around with a couple of apps which came out earlier this month for the iPhone and iPad which promise to teach all about the constellations in a non-coma-inducing way. For those who were in a coma during science class and don’t know what we are talking about, […]
Ventura County celebrities Sade Champagne and Lisa Lewolt are partnering up with the Grizzly Booster Club to launch, the first ever “Power Of A Dream Music Festival at the Fresno Save Mart Center in Fresno CA., Saturday August 30, 2014 from 6pm-10pm, a charity event to raise funds for the expansion project, a field for […]
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 […]
We went to Phoenix to cover Muhammad Ali’s Celebrity Fight Night! Interviews: Kenny Rogers, Joe Torre, The Band Perry, Nancy Lieberman, Ralph Sampson, Melissa Peterman, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Kenny RogersIMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0737006/Website: http://kennyrogers.com/index.htmFacebook: https://facebook.com/KennyRogersOfficialTwitter: https://twitter.com/_KennyRogersInstagram: http://instagram.com/_KennyRogersJoe TorreIMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm0868380/Website: http://joetorre.org/Facebook: https://facebook.com/pages/Joe-Torre/71220229915Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoeTorre The Band Perry (Kimberly Perry, Reid Perry, and Neil Perry)Kimberly Perry IMDB: http://imdb.com/name/nm1696537/Reid Perry […]
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
You all know the Build-a-Bear Workshop brand: they are the stores found in malls across America and the rest of the world where you get to assemble your very own customizable teddy bear. Well, this company is giving back to the community with two initiatives that will reward charity-minded youth who are making the world […]
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 […]
Launching a business is hard enough. Launching a business which challenges long-ingrained gender fashion archetypes is even harder. Girls Will Be is a clothing brand that aims to do just that, by producing clothing that avoids the stereotypical pink-and-glitter so common in girls’ clothing, while still remaining uniquely feminine. We asked one of the founders, […]
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 […]
With Easter right around the corner, we thought we would share some of the top Easter images on WeHeartIt to get you into the spirit. Scroll down to the last one for the ultimate cuteness!
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 […]
As a general rule, if there’s a movie or TV show based on a novel or a play, I always try to read the original work first before I see the new version. When the latest film adaptation of The Great Gatsby came out in theatres earlier this year, I begged friends who hadn’t read […]