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What drew you to modeling? LP: I was obsessed with glamour growing up, The Girls Next Door, WWE Divas, NFL cheerleaders, and pop singers. I loved hair and makeup, costumes, and role playing. It was always an obsession of mine. I worked at Hooters for four years when I was in college. My first modeling opportunity was posing for their international swimsuit calendar. Let's talk about your podcast, Eyes Up Here. How did this get started and what do you talk about? LP: I was actually a guest on a few comedian's shows: Jenny McCarthy, Todd Shapiro, Josh Wolf, and Bert Kreischer. It was Bert who actually convinced me to make my own. He said I had a natural talent for conversation and I needed to connect with people on a new and deeper level. I took his advice and produced Eyes Up Here. Eyes Up Here is actually grew to cover social stereotyping, stigma, and a reflection of human behavior. I have amazing guests and I love getting to understand them on a deeper level. What upcoming projects are you excited to work on this upcoming year? LP: This year, I have new TV opportunities in the works. I'm also excited to see how my new business/ restaurant venture, Sugar Taco, grows. My 2020 calendar will definitely be a ton of fun too! Lots going on. What are some opportunities that you'd like to explore that you haven't been able to try yet? LP: I'd like to do a little writing one day. It would also be cool to take my acting to the next level. I'd love to land a role in a major film. What's one motto you live by and how does that drive how you live life every day? LP: When choosing between two difficult choices, I love to ask myself, "What would you do if you weren't afraid?" to be sure I'm not making any fear-based decisions. ML