Interview with Author and Influencer Danielle Sherman-Lazar's Book - Her Book "Mothers Are Made" Is a Must-Read Memoir and Guide for Accepting, Living and Learning from Challenges

 

Danielle Sherman-Lazar from Tenafly, New Jersey is a well-known social media entrepreneur, influencer, mental health advocate, author, and mother of four. In her new deeply personal memoir about motherhood, "Mothers are Made" she emphasizes how the everyday challenges mothers face can foster greater assertiveness, courage, and effectiveness in parenting. In her book she emphasizes how when mothers go through challenges, we become better, happier, and stronger moms.
 
"Mothers Are Made: How One Mom Overcame Perfectionism, Self-Doubt, Loneliness, and Anxiety to Become a Better and Happier Parent," is published by Alcove Press and available at most major booksellers. 

Suzee: "Mothers are Made" was born out of your journey through motherhood. I love the title and being a mom, I get it. Tell me about what's in the book. 

Danielle Sherman-Lazar: In Mother’s Are Made I talk about how mothers are not simply born alongside their babies; instead, we are shaped by time and experience. It is through facing difficulties—going through the fire—that we develop resilience, bravery, and courage.

Special OSCARS Interview: Zoe Saldaña and Camille of "Emilia Perez" Talk About their Oscar Wins, Adversity and Working with Incredible Women

By: Markos Papadatos at the 2025 Oscars in LA

Zoe Saldaña and Camille were the two sole female Academy Award winners for the musical crime drama "Emilia Perez" for "Supporting Actress" and "Best Original Song" respectively (out of 13 nomination). Both participated in Oscars Press Room interviews following their wins.

Zoe Saldaña

Saldaña won her first-ever Oscar for “Best Supporting Actress” for her acting work in “Emilia Perez” as Rita Mora Castro. She triumphed over her fellow nominees Ariana Grande ("Wicked"), Monica Barbaro ("A Complete Unknown"), Isabella Rossellini ("Conclave"), and Felicity Jones ("The Brutalist"). 

Broadway Show Review: From the West End, Operation Mincemeat at the Golden Theater Will Make You Sing, Dance and Hug Your Loved Ones

By Messalina Morley-Alton

On Saturday night, I was lucky enough to experience an incredible new Musical called “Operation Mincemeat”. It won 2024 Oliver Awards for Best New Musical, Best Actor in a Supporting Role, and Best Company Ensemble in London and has now travelled across the pond to Broadway! Set in Britain during World War II, this comedic and yet deeply moving production takes its audience through the inner workings of one of the less known, but incredibly important, military operations the Allied Forces undertook. 

For a time steeped in so much tragedy, this musical is able to balance the care and sensitivity needed whilst also bringing great comedic moments that will have you laughing off your seat. There were many times when I was not sure if I was crying from sadness or laughter. It truly exemplified the human condition.

Let Them Eat Cake Presents "Cirque du Gold Standard" An Evening of Amazing Aerialist Prowess at The Slipper Room, New York City on April 2, 2025

Defying age and gravity, Cirque du Gold Standard will present an electrifying night of aerial and circus arts showcasing the raw power, grace and sensuality of performers over age 50 for one night only on Wednesday, April 2 at the iconic Slipper Room (167 Orchard Street, New York NY) . Presented by Let Them Eat Cake, this event will present New York City’s best professional and amateur performers spanning the ages 53 – 70. For tickets visit:   https://tinyurl.com/Cirque-Du-Gold-Standard
 

Performers Scheduled

Among the performers are Kristin Olness, who played Helga in the award-winning 1998 Broadway revival of Cabaret, as well as the 2014 revival. She has enjoyed an extensive career as a singer, dancer and aerialist across the country and around the world.

Females in Entertainment: Filmmaker/Actress Amanda Jane Stern Talks about Her New Movie "Perfectly Good Moment" And How it Reflects Relationships in Today's Society

Editor;s Note - As part of our commitment to focus on females in entertainment, we interview young filmmaker Amanda Jane Stern, whose first feature, Perfectly Good Moment, is now streaming.

Suzee: What is this movie about?

Amanda Jane Stern: Perfectly Good Moment is about a couple, David and Ruby, who have been in an on-and-off again relationship for the last 8 years. When they first met, Ruby was 19 and David was 34. This time, Ruby has returned with more than a reunion in mind. You can view it here:

https://tubitv.com/movies/100026616/perfectly-good-moment

Suzee: Where did the idea for Perfectly Good Moment Come from? How long did it take you to write it and what was the process like?

Nora Armani's Socially Relevant Film Festival Runs March 11-16th 2025 in New York City - See 45 Brilliant Films Made for an Impact, Reflecting Current Issues

New York City's premiere festival for change for good, the SR Socially Relevant™ Film Festival starts on March 11, 2025 and runs until March 16, 2025 at official venues throughout the city.

SRFF 2025, the festival's 12th annual edition, opens at the National Arts Club in Gramercy Square with a red carpet at 5:30 PM and a program starting at 6:00 PM. Our Guest of Honor is Social Media Star and influencer Dorothy Wiggins who at 99 inspires many with her mindful lifestyle. The SRFF 2025 Special Honor Awardee is actor, writer, and producer Karren Karagulian, who plays Toros in Sean Baker's award-winning film, Anora.