Returning Home After a Cruise Ship Disaster

Returning Home After a Cruise Ship Disaster

Be sure to tune into today's show to hear Benji Smith and Emily Lau's harrowing story of surviving the Costa Concodia shipwreck disaster. Benji and Emily were honeymooning on the ship, off the coast of Italy in 2012, when it collided with a reef. They shared with Jeff on the show how they managed to get off the ship alive, but their story doesn't end there!
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The Surprise of a Lifetime: A New Apartment!

The Surprise of a Lifetime: A New Apartment!

Our team set out to make a difference for one family, and we found a family that could definitely benefit from some help. Manessta and her three children were living in a homeless shelter after Manessta lost her job, but thanks to the support of some amazing companies and organizations, we were able to surprise the family in a great big way: with a new home! Check out this video to see Yvette Nicole Brown give the family a tour of their new apartment, and read on to learn about our partners that helped make it all happen. 
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An Amazing Internship and PayPal

An Amazing Internship and PayPal's Generous Gift

It was an hour of surprises for Manessta and her family, who were struggling to make ends meet after Manessta lost her job. Check out this video to see how the City of Los Angeles is helping out the family, including an incredible summer job opportunity for Xarria! Then, stick around for a special surprise from our friends at PayPal!
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Learn About Operation Hope & Our Amazing Partners

Learn About Operation Hope & Our Amazing Partners

On today's show, we were able to help Manessta and her family get back on their feet, thanks to help from our amazing partners. Operation Hope is stepping up to the plate by providing Manessta the information and guidance she needs to make better financial decisions. Check out the video to learn more about what Operation Hope does (and visit their website here), and stay tuned to see Tyrese surprise the family and share an important message for everyone watching at home! Keep reading to learn more about our wonderful partners.More

An Agonizing Battle With Tourette Syndrome

An Agonizing Battle With Tourette Syndrome

Jeff Matovic's Tourette syndrome was extreme. His tics were so frequent and violent that he had to be confined to a padded bed to prevent injury to himself and others. On today's show, he talks about the effects of his condition, as well as the experimental surgery that saved his life.  Check it out in this video!
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An Eye-Opening Documentary About Women

An Eye-Opening Documentary About Women

Jeff turned the show over to Yvette Nicole Brown today for a very special hour that tackled a lot of difficult issues involving women, music, self-esteem and body image. Perhaps nothing was as eye-opening, though, as the footage from Jennifer Siebel Newson's documentary, 'Miss Representation,' which explores how the media portrays women in positions of power and influence. Jennifer joined Yvette to discuss her film, and the lessons we can learn from it, and you can check out their discussion right here.
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Could You Go A Whole Year Without Shoes?

Could You Go A Whole Year Without Shoes?

It's fun to walk the beach without shoes on, and who doesn't like kicking their shoes off at the end of a long day, but could you go an entire year without shoes? 16-year-old Victoria is doing just that, in an effort to raise awareness for needy children in Haiti, and on today's show, she tells Jeff about the progress she's made. Then, Jeff has a couple big surprises for Victoria!
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