Real Talk with BELLA is where purpose meets power. Hosted by BELLA Media + Co. CEO Vanessa Coppes, this podcast dives into raw, unfiltered conversations with cover stars, creators, and changemakers. From fashion and beauty to business, wellness, and personal growth, every episode is a reminder that behind every polished image is a real story. Bold, heartfelt, and inspiring—this is your space to feel seen, heard, and empowered. Welcome to Real Talk. Welcome to BELLA.
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Vanessa Coppes sits down with author Melissa Gonzalez to talk about her book The Purpose Pivot and what it really means to reinvent yourself without starting over. A conversation on timing, clarity, and making your next move count.
Love isn’t just about chemistry — it’s about clarity. In this episode, Kara Francis breaks down why prenups aren’t about expecting divorce, but about building smarter, stronger relationships from the start. If you’ve ever avoided “the conversation”… this is your sign.
Let’s talk about the money you’re not collecting. 👀 Because chasing invoices is not a personality trait… it’s a system problem. On Real Talk with BELLA , we sat down with Garima Shah, founder of Biller Genie, and we went there: 💬 Why you’re not getting paid on time 💬 What your billing process is saying about your business 💬 And how to fix it — immediately If you’re building a business, this…
In this episode of Real Talk with BELLA , host Vanessa Coppes sits down with Eva Price , Tony Award–winning producer behind Broadway hits like & Juliet , Dear Evan Hansen , and the upcoming Liberation . Eva opens up about her journey from aspiring storyteller to one of Broadway’s most influential female producers. She shares what it really takes to bring bold, inclusive, and transformative stories…
On this episode of Real Talk with BELLA , Vanessa Coppes sits down with architect and designer Michael James Casey , the creative force behind MJCNYC . Known for crafting beyond buildings — from furniture to fashion — Michael’s work reimagines design as an act of identity, resilience, and rebellion. In this deeply honest conversation, Michael opens up about his journey to sobriety and how it…
In this episode of Real Talk with BELLA , Editor-in-Chief Vanessa Coppes sits down with the iconic Kelly Killoren Bensimon—author, real estate mogul, model, and television personality best known for her role on The Real Housewives of New York City . Kelly opens up about her journey from the fashion world to becoming one of New York’s most in-demand luxury real estate brokers, sharing how…
In this episode of Real Talk with BELLA , we sit down with Jordana Guimaraes the visionary founders of Fashion Forward Week who has partnered with Christopher Hunt , to explore a bold reimagining of Fashion Week in New York as we know it. Forget the traditional runway—Fashion Forward Week is trading catwalks for immersive presentations that pull guests into the world, energy, and essence of each…
Welcome back to Real Talk with BELLA! I’m your host, Vanessa Coppes, and after a little pause, your favorite BELLA mic is officially back on. Now let me just say—life has been lifing! Between running BELLA Media + Co., raising my amazing family, and producing some of our biggest magazine issues yet… we hit pause. But sometimes, you need to step back to breathe, to realign, and to come back even…
Vanessa Coppes (EIC and CEO of BELLA Magazine ) + Janene Mascarella (EIC of Beautify.tips by KISS) sit down with the extraordinary Jill Martin for an emotional and inspiring episode. Jill, a beloved TODAY Show host, entrepreneur, and style expert, graced the cover of BELLA’s Holiday 2024 issue, photographed by the iconic Nigel Barker . Her cover story is a beacon of hope, strength, and…
Vanessa Coppes (EIC & CEO of BELLA Magazine ) and Janene Mascarella (EIC of Beautify.tips by KISS ) are back after a brief hiatus, dishing on their latest beauty obsessions and life updates! In this episode, the duo dives into their fall fragrance faves, must-have beauty products, and how to achieve glam that’s perfect for the season. They also get personal about the importance of making time for…
