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Laura Nickerson
Laura Nickerson

Laura is a wife and mother known for her dry wit and shoot from the hip attitude. She is a well-known host, currently anchoring the weekly news for www.DanceChannelTV.com and gracing live
events with her unique style.

As an actress she has appeared on “Frasier”, “American Dreams” and the National Tour of “GREASE”. Her voice is has been used in numerous commercial voice- overs, as well as volunteering for the American Foundation for the Blind and the Los Angeles Radio Reading Service. 

Of all of the things she has done, vacationing with her toddler has been the most difficult.

Email Laura at laurabroadtopics@gmail.com

     
Joanne Riza
Joan Rizza

Joan Rizza hails originally from the East Coast, Boston by way of Florida. She came to California with stardust in her eyes and only after a thorough optic flush can finally see quite clearly that she is screwed.

An unapologetic Catholic and Republican, Joan fills the role of the educated, impoverished, unemployed dilettante with ease. A dabbler in all things media, Joan has become opinionated and embittered by our equally opinionated and embittered society and media. There's lots to talk about, and Joan has no plans to shut up in the near future. God Bless America and our Troops.

Email Joan at joanbroadtopics@gmail.com

 
     
Kelly Lohman
Kelly Lohman

Kelly Lohman spent the first two thirds of her life in Washington state and the most recent third in the San Fernando Valley. 

Kelly sometimes fancies herself a borderline socialist but in actuality she is a converted conservative strattling the median between left and right. She is currently pursuing a degree in History that, once obtained, will more than likely be used exclusively as wall decor. 

The most important thing in her life is her Christian faith. Kelly is an actor, director, singer, improvisor, producer, avid reader, and budget traveler. She loves live theatre, warm beverages, precipitation, and Excel spreadsheets. Kelly also enjoys spending time at home with her cat but she is still several years and several cats away from being a bona fide"cat lady".

Email Kelly at kellybroadtopics@gmail.com

 
     

Jillian Boyd
Jillian Boyd

Reared in Peachtree City (a/k/a Shakerag), Georgia, Jillian is your slightly above-average, and sometimes zesty, vegetarian, Presbyterian, and lesbetarian.  Okay, not so much the Presbyterian part…but she did choose to be baptized by that organized religion at the age of 15.  She has since chosen a higher path…whoring herself for acting jobs and makin' dirty jokes whenever possible.  She is currently an active member of the ACME Comedy Theatre's Bravo Company where she won the 2006 and 2007 Best Comedy Performance Award and the Best Sketch Award (as a writer).

On TV shows and commercials Jillian has played poor white trash, rich white trash, Southern white trash, and the occasional soccer mom.  Check IMDB.com for full details if you're gonna be nosy.

Jillian is big on laughing, a huge animal lover (not a fanatic), and most importantly…is blessed with a superhuman sense of smell.

 

 
     
 


 
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Tuesday, November 18, 2008
"Babies on the Brain" was the topic for this weeks show, and the ladies chatted about all things pregnancy.  Special guest Katrina M. Andrews came by to talk about her book "Cool, You're Pregnant" (available at www.coolyourepregnant.com) and shed some light on how to be a cool mom.  Add in the scary labor and pregnancy stories that sent Laura into a panic, and you had one fun and informative show!
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Who's up for a SLUMBER PARTY???  That was the theme of this weeks show, complete with ice cream, jammies, and talking about boobs.  The ladies reminisced about their slumber party days and all the wild things they did when their parents weren't looking.  Don't miss this very funny trip down memory lane on Broad Topics!!
Tuesday, November 4, 2008

The Election was the big topic for the night-everywhere except at Broad Topics! We had a warm and fuzzy show talking about "How to make the world a better place" with our guest host Emily Janice Card.  Charitable vacations, the little ways to help, and fundraising for a boob job were all discussed.  And when the election results came in we all celebrated-except for Joan, who went into a state of McCain Mourning.

 
Tuesday, October 28, 2008

The ladies got propositioned!  California propositioned, that is.  Think a show about the propositions is boring?  Not this one, which turned out to be one of our funniest shows as the ladies found lots of humor in the people behind the props.  Mix that with real information and you won't want to miss this episode!

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

The ladies delved into the fall season of movies and TV. Controversial movies, reality shows and why we hate ourselves for loving them, and some of the best new shows of the year were all discussed on Broad Topics!

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Mental Illness was the topic and the ladies covered everything from depression, schizophrenia, and anorexia to Laura's pregnant brain and Joan's revenge on the littering BMV dealer by her house.  Movies that deal with mental health issues and more, all on Broad Topics!

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

The ladies got in touch with their inner geeks as they discussed everything Musical Theatre.  What kind of musical thier lives would be, "Jerry Springer, the Opera", what happens when you mix pop music and  musicals, and the famous "My Butt" song by Joan.  Add that in with an interview with Tamara Bernier Evans from Broadway's Mamma Mia and you have one toe tappin' show!  Amazing music added by Norman Kelsey, check his cd out at normankelsey.com.

 
Tuesday, September 23, 2008

"Working" was the theme for this show as the ladies chatted about their worst jobs (including professional gambler and dancer in the Mexican Circus), equal pay in the workplace, and tips on how to manage office politics.  There was even a quiz taken that can tell you what your dream job is, and if you are a lesbian.  All on Broad Topics!

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

SURPRISE!!! That's right, the ladies had a "Surprise Show" in which they each brought in a mystery topic and sprung it on the rest of the group. With 15 minutes each to discuss, the show was rapid-speed fun.  Are you wondering what they talked about? Check it out on Broad Topics!

Tuesday, September 9, 2008

The boxing gloves were on as our politically divided hosts battled about the upcoming elections.  Obama or McCain, Biden or Palin, you won't want to miss this heated debate!  If you have ever had an opinion about politics, you can bet your idea was talked about in this riveting episode.  Rockin' music provided by Val Grant myspace.com/valgrantsmusic.

Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Getting Older was the theme, and the ladies had lots to say about their wrinkles, the mystery of glycation, ageing women in entertainment, and what they are going to do with their parents as they get older (except for Joan, who is in complete denial).  We spoke with Merry Nickerson, a former executive director at an assisted living facility, about what to look for as our parents age and some helpful tips on what to do next.  All on Broad Topics!
 
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
I LOVE THE '80'S!!!  Our hosts traveled down memory lane as they discussed the times of big hair, big politics, and sexually ambiguous pop stars.  Tune to find out why banana clips make Kelly cry!
Tuesday, August 19, 2008

The ladies explore Natural Disasters this week!  Joan's Mom reports from Florida where Hurrican Fay is looming.  The broads share their own personal disaster stories and discuss how they plan to survive when nature strikes again!

Tuesday, August 12, 2008
The hosts had OLYMPIC FEVER!!!  Chinese politics, gymnast envy, and how the residents of Bejing were told to behave were all discussed, as well as competitive swimmer Kathy Cooley's interview explaining the swimming events. All on Broad Topics!
Tuesday, August 5, 2008

"All Kinds of Love" was on the ladies minds as they gabbed about love with strange counterparts, bizarre animal mating rituals, "Cougars", and whether or not an older woman dating a younger man should be called a "Cougar".  All on Broad Topics!

 
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
"Women who kick butt and how to be one of them" was the topic of this show where we focused on women's safety.  We also talked about protecting yourself on the internet, had a great interview with Women's Defense teacher Ando Mierzwa, and figured out who would kick who's butt-with Susan B. Anthony coming out the victor.
Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Our environmentally friendly show had the ladies seeing "green".  Tips on how to live green, drive green, and even wipe your butt green, plus an interview with George Wolfe, the man who is taking on the LA River, and a discussion on why the word "green" is overused.  All here on Broad Topics!

Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Broad Topics had a "Health and Fitness" special and nothing was off limits!  Crazy diets, gastric bypass, anorexia jealousy, and workout plans all were on the menu.  Top that off with an interview with personal trainer Mike Strickland and this show was a tasty treat!

Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Smiles everyone, it's Pageant time!  Plus digging into the world of Scientology, why everyone is so indifferent, and looking pretty in the heat.  All on Broad Topics!
Tuesday, July 1, 2008

The woman who is selling her house and herself on Ebay, packs of wild circus animals, hazardous foods, and what cheers you up when you are down. That and crazy, eye-damaging thongs all on Broad Topics!

 
Tuesday, June 17, 2008

The ladies broke down the funniest laws still in effect in the US-be careful where you park your elephant!  Also what Penthouse and the Christians have in common, a woman that remembers everything, and a high school that went too far. All this week on Broad Topics.

Tuesday, June 10, 2008

What else would the ladies talk about but Mummified Croatians, Brokeback Mountain-the Opera, and Websites for Cheaters? Plus a throw-down, knock 'em out Spelling Bee that proved just how competitive they really are, all on Broad Topics!

Tuesday, June 3, 2008

7 ways to handle a lay-off, analyzing Joan's Match.com potential suitors, and the benefits of living secretly in someone's closet were all topics of discussion. Plus the awards ceremony for the ANTM Fantasy League and presenting of "the bell" this week on Broad Topics.

 
Tuesday, May 27, 2008

The ladies delved into David Cook's dating life, the idea of what a legend is, disturbing weird news, and perfecting Joan's Match.com profile.  We also interviewed Alec Torres from New Leash on Life about the Nuts for Mutts event happening this sunday, June 1st.

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Gay marriage, stupid weight loss schemes, and Jesus on and ultrasound! Match.com sponsored Joan's new dating assignment and Jillian's "Which Would You Rather" had the ladies laughing on the floor.  Check it out!

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Nudists, Road Rage, and a very heated conversation about abortion took place among the ladies.  All that with the ANTM report and Joan's new mystery assignment made for our most exciting show to date.

Tuesday, May 6, 2008

Billion dollar dream homes are are great way to stimulate your local economy!  Jillian makes the ladies jealous with her real life dream home.  An interview with Mamma Mia's John Hemphill brings up some great tunes (and maybe a date for Joan).  The ladies finish out the show with more "Which Would You Rather" and some super silly fears.

 
Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Austrians locking up children in cellars-could they be the next Von Trapp Family singers?  Overload on Miley Cyrus hoopla, should restaurants have calories listed on the menu, and the art student with some serious baby drama.  All that and more on this episode of "Broad Topics"!

Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Children's books about plastic surgery, the pursuit of happiness, and priests floating away on ballons were all fodder for discussion.  Plus the new segment "This or That", the ANTM Fantasy league, and so much more!
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
The ladies discuss the woes of tax season only to discover the plight of some orangutans is much worse.   Laura's Dad announces an America's Next Top model contest.  And it's confirmed - weird accidents with kitchen utensils should be avoided at all costs!
Tuesday, April 8, 2008

What is the "appropriate" amount of time for sex, injuring private parts, polygamy pros and cons, and the first pregnant man.  All this and an interview with Life Coach Mark Edgar Stephens, who could ask for more?

Tuesday, April 1, 2008

The ladies celebrated April Fool’s Day by counting down the top 10 best April Fool’s Hoaxes of all time.  Topics included “The Big Give”, the need for a new pronoun to replace he/she, dumb people, and why Katherine McPhee is a whore.

 
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Should you outsource your Match.com profile?  Minimum Wage, Oprah’s evil book club, and the 9 most racist Disney characters were all discussed, and Mormon songwriter Kirby Heyborne graced us with an interview and his music.
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Tuesday, March 18, 2008

Emily Deschanel, star of TV’s “Bones” sat in as a guest host while the ladies discussed St. Patricks Day antics, women in the congo, vegan philosophy,  and the most important question of all….big boobs vs. small boobs.

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Tuesday, March 11, 2008

Noted actor John Rubenstein calls us from backstage at “Wicked”, in which he plays the Wizard, for an interview.  That spurns the conversation “Which world is better, Oz, Hogwarts, or the United States?”.  MPAA ratings are chatted about, branching into the Sex vs. Violence debate. 

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Tuesday, March 4, 2008
We bill ourselves as being “The Christian, the Feminist Mom, the Republican, and the New Age Thinker”, now we explain why.  Jillian joins us and brings her classic lisping character from the Renaissance Faire “Lady Katherine Ashford” to discuss Lemmings.  We imagine a world with “Irish Idol” and discuss what events are “shave-worthy”. Rosie Taravella from the Rochester film festival is interviewed about supporting women in film.
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Tuesday, February 26, 2008

Are actors and politics a good match or a really bad idea?  This episode exploded with phone calls, including all of our moms calling after we made Joan’s Catholic mom talk about masturbation.  To top it all off, we touched on the important topic of noxious substances.

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Thursday, February 21, 2008
This episode covers the topic “Tyra Banks, the new Oprah? Or the end of the world as we know it?”. Kelly’s return from Italy prompts a debate on European men, and we debate if you can ever recover from junior high school. 
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Thursday, February 14, 2008

In order to properly celebrate Valentine’s Day, the ladies crack open a bottle of Cabernet and toast their loves, present and past.  They also discuss the pressing topic of “Which Love Boat guy is your type?” and a spirited debate about the ethics of plastic surgery.

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Thursday, February 7, 2008

With Valentine’s Day looming, the ladies talk about their bizarre human mating calls, such as staring down men to make contact.  Also covered are OCD Habits, Laundromat Showdowns, and Bad Ex Stories.

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Air Check

A very funny, abbreviated episode where the ladies discuss important matters like “Noses that are too big to fit into Groucho Marx glasses”, “Boyfriends that throw cockroaches at us for fun” and Marnee’s fear of both lobsters and cheerleaders in her pool.

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