"From Glam to Glory: Women Reimagining Life” is a fresh and fascinating new podcast and speaking tour collaboration with Heather Dean, Chana Studley, and Chana Gilman. These three accomplished, dynamic women were once-upon-a-time employed in sought-after positions in the glamourous worlds of television, publishing, motion pictures and couture fashion. They were excellent in their jobs and earned high praise from colleagues and the famous people they regularly encountered. One of them earned an Academy Award as part of a film's Visual Effects team!
Each of these women rose in the ranks of their fields in Hollywood and New York City, all the while dabbling into their Jewish heritage while their careers were fully in progress with the sky as the limit. Each in her own way came to a point of fully committing herself to a fully observant Jewish life, and eventually her own permanent journey to residing in the Land of Israel.
On this episode, Heather Dean, Chana Studley, and Chana Gilman launch the first of their six-part podcast, “From Glam to Glory: Women Reimagining Life.” Each of the co-hosts go on a deep dive history of their beginnings and rise in their respective glamorous careers. Perhaps even more surprising are each of their journeys from the glamorous life to a more glorious life of meaning and connection.
The glamour of broadcasting, couture fashion and motion pictures were the all-consuming stuff of fantasy, yet these co-hosts left all of that in favor of true fulfillment and authentic Jewish values.
On this episode, co-hosts Heather Dean, Chana Studley, and Chana Gilman explore the unique and delightful perks and swag that came along with their glamorous jobs: gifts, traveling, hotels, catered meals and fine dining.
And while all of these perks can bring a moment of joy – okay make more than a moment – these cohosts can tell you that they basically pale in comparison to the deeper rewards they enjoy in their present-day lives in Israel and their relationship with the Creator of the Universe.
On this episode, co-hosts Heather Dean, Chana Studley, and Chana Gilman reminisce about the years that they continually worked with and interacted with famous people.
Those first “Pinch-me moments” when they met the first big star at work, soon became an everyday occurrence and suddenly being start-struck was shelved because there was work to do and deadlines to meet.
In due course, this podcast’s co-hosts saw firsthand how an impossible standard of beauty, body image, and ageing affects famous men and women; whether they opted in or out of having an entourage; and staying famous at all costs.
Tune in for the outrageous stories; stick around for the life lessons about the pursuit of relevance, respecting & owning your values, and obtaining genuine happiness & confidence.
On this episode, co-hosts Heather Dean, Chana Studley, and Chana Gilman explore values they've taken on in the past, and in the present. Journeys which have seen vast changes in their way of life; how they speak, date guys, and develop a new sense of self-respect are just some of the highlights.
Comparing how one "keeps up appearances" in their former glamorous careers is vastly different from the lives they've chosen as religious women. Gone are the days when they dealt with celebrities' publicists who have to protect their famous clients when scandals erupt. On the bright side, they remember celebs who appreciate their good fortune (we're looking at you, John Travolta) and behave kindly to others in their sphere of influence.
You'll appreciate the many takeaways in this episode, especially the advice that when you're taking on authentic Jewish values, do it at your own pace rather than (too) suddenly. It's a recipe for success because you own your journey every step of the way.
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Media interview consultant, podcaster and author
Heather Dean is an author, media producer, media interview consultant, and sought-after public speaker. She is also the producer and host of “613 Books” weekly podcast, on which she interviews a variety of authors whose books reflect authentic Jewish values.
When she is not recording her podcast, Heather helps entrepreneurs and authors earn media interview coverage without paying for ads. She also helps budding podcasters develop, launch, and market their own podcasts.
After her exciting fourteen-year career interviewing hundreds of celebrities for MTV, E! Entertainment Television, Associated Press (AP) Radio and a variety of international publications, Heather authored her memoir, Searching for Heather Dean: My Extraordinary Career as a Celebrity Interviewer and Why I Walked Away from It. This book takes the reader on her journey into a glamorous broadcasting career and lifestyle, and her decision to leave all of that for an authentically Jewish life in Israel with her husband and children.
Director of the MindBody Institute, author, and coach
Chana Studley is the founder and director of the MindBody Institute, a World Health Organization trained Psychological First Responder, and holds diplomas in both Psychology and Pharmacology.
Before moving to Israel, she had a 20-year Academy Award–winning career in Hollywood working with the likes of Steven Spielberg, Elizabeth Taylor, and John Travolta. Chana is a certified Life Coach and an accomplished author. With more than 35 years of experience in coaching, counseling, and mind–body education, Chana’s work integrates psychological insight with an understanding of innate wellbeing.
She is the author of four published books: The Myth of Low Self-Esteem, Painless, Very Well, and her most recent work, Beyond Diagnosis: A Shift from Pathology to Innate Health.
Clarity Alchemy Coach for women, public speaker, and author
Chana Gilman has been a sought-after speaker in the International Jewish community for over two decades.
As a high-powered executive in the fashion industry, she worked with Donna Karan as National Sales Director of Anne Klein II, leading an 80-million-dollar business, involving frequent media appearances.
Chana also served as Director of Neve Yerushayim Alumnae, opening Neve's first office in the United States.
Today, Chana is a coach and continues to help women discover their inner strengths and beauty. Chana continues to speak to women and girls of all ages.
Living in Israel, she is well-known among American seminaries.
