Episodes
To my Now What family: This isn’t goodbye! This is just an intermission. Life is so crazy right now and since I can’t actually interview anyone face to face, I can’t think of a better time to take a break. You can still follow along with everything going on in the Nickson family over on Instagram and when I’m back, there will be a brand new member of the family to tell you all about. Stay safe! With Love, Jessica
Published 08/12/20
Jessica Nickson welcomes on UFC ring girl and mama to be Arianny Celeste. Both expecting mothers talk about what it’s like being pregnant during a pandemic and in the spotlight. Also Arianny shares some behind the scenes stories with UFC president Dana White and why she decided to start her own business, Girlfriend Box. Now What is part of The Direct Message Network, executive producers Crystal Fambrini and John Ryan, Jr. (Co-Founders of The Direct Message). Producer Gary Smith. Follow us...
Published 08/04/20
Jessica Nickson welcomes on The Business of Drugs docuseries host Amaryllis Fox and executive producer Kaj Larsen to talk about this hit show. Fox is a former CIA clandestine service operator, author and soon Academy Award winning actress Brie Larson will play this superwoman on an upcoming scripted series on Apple TV. Larsen is a combat veteran Navy Seal, award winning war correspondent and journalist and entrepreneur. Now What is part of The Direct Message Network, executive producers...
Published 07/29/20
Jessica Nickson welcomes celebrity doula Latham Thomas to find out more about this rising star, named one of Oprah Winfrey’s Super Soul 100, and to answer Now Whaters' pregnancy questions. Latham believes in self care and for women to “mother themselves first.” She authored the bestselling book titled, “Mama Glow: A Hip Guide to a Fabulous and Abundant Pregnancy”, and most recently published bestseller OWN YOUR GLOW: A Soulful Guide to Luminous Living and Crowning the Queen Within. She is...
Published 07/22/20
Jessica Nickson shares about her “us time” getaway with hubby Cody - 48 hours kid free! Guest Claudia Oshry is back on to discuss her comedy special “Disgraced Queen,” cancel culture, reality tv and pop news headlines. Now What is part of The Direct Message Network, executive producers Crystal Fambrini and John Ryan, Jr. (Co-Founders of The Direct Message). Producer Gary Smith. Follow us on instagram for latest updates and give aways @directmessagenetwork. Please Support Our...
Published 07/15/20
Jessica Nickson brings back on husband Cody to talk about the official announcement that Big Brother season 22 is happening despite the pandemic. The couple talks contract negotiations, rumors and more. Plus the lovebirds share their favorite things about parenting to date. Now What is part of The Direct Message Network, executive producers Crystal Fambrini and John Ryan, Jr. (Co-Founders of The Direct Message). Producer Gary Smith. Follow us on instagram for latest updates and give aways...
Published 07/08/20
Jessica Nickson brings back on Demi Burnett also known as “the villain” on The Bachelor season 23 to catch us up on her love life. Now What is part of The Direct Message Network, executive producers Crystal Fambrini and John Ryan, Jr. (Co-Founders of The Direct Message). Producer Gary Smith. Follow us on instagram for latest updates and give aways @directmessagenetwork. Please Support Our Sponsors: Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play Get a quote online at...
Published 07/01/20
Jessica Nickson welcomes Teddi Mellencamp from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. The two talk about what it’s like on and off camera for the cast, why they are on hiatus and what surprises are in store for Bravo’s hit reality show. Teddi is an accountability coach and fitness influencer and started ALL IN by Teddi which gives fitness advice and helps her followers become happier and healthier. More information on All IN can be found at www.allinbyteddi.com Now What is part of The Direct...
Published 06/24/20
Jessica Nickson brings back on good friend Chrishell Stause from the luxury real estate reality show Selling Sunset on Netflix. The friends talk about season 2 and how Chrishell deals with the “mean girls” on the cast and Jessica shares meeting Chrishell’s brokers years ago in Los Angeles. Now What is part of The Direct Message Network, executive producers Crystal Fambrini and John Ryan, Jr. (Co-Founders of The Direct Message). Producer Gary Smith. Follow us on instagram for latest updates...
Published 06/17/20
Jessica and Cody Nickson share their theories on what the next season of Big Brother will look like. Find out if Jessica and Cody got “the call.” The couple share their contestant wish list and address social media rumors about what’s happening with the reality show during Covid-19. Plus Cody shares new information about his company Couple's Coffee that even surprised his wife. Now What is part of The Direct Message Network, executive producers Crystal Fambrini and John Ryan, Jr....
Published 06/10/20
On this episode of Now What?!, host Jessica Nickson wanted to first address with her listeners the civil unrest and social injustices happening in our society: “My heart goes out to you all, George Floyd was murdered and the men involved should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. I understand I will never understand the amount of frustration, anger and loss the African American community has experienced. Being a mother, my eyes and ears have been opened in a brand new way.…” Jessica...
Published 06/03/20
Jessica Nickson talks with the star of Fox’s Labor of Love Kristy Katzmann. This is the second time Kristy is on a reality show, previously seen on The Bachelor Season 11. Kristy is smart, beautiful, independent and knows what she wants…a baby. Kristi tells Jessica how she found out about the show and why she decided to jump in at age 41 to explore finding love with a man ready to have a baby together right away. Now What is produced in partnership with PodcastOne and The Direct Message,...
Published 05/27/20
Jessica is in love with The Bachelor: Listen To Your Heart and gets to speak to the first season’s show winners Chris Watson and Bri Stauss. Chris and Bri share how they are celebrating their big win while they are each quarantining in different locations. Chris is in Los Angeles and Bri is practicing safer at home in Utah. They haven’t been together in more than 2 months! The lovebirds now have an album out called, Chis and Bri. But before talking with the elated and super adorable couple,...
Published 05/20/20
Jessica Nickson brings on Bachelor: Listen To Your Heart Matt Ranaudo to break down what exactly is going on with him and Rudi Gutierrez and if he is in love with her. Matt is a 32 year old singer from Encino, California that is pursuing his music career. He got inspired by his father who was also a musician. Now What is produced in partnership with PodcastOne and The Direct Message, executive producers Crystal Fambrini and John Ryan, Jr. (Co-Founders of The Direct Message). Producer Gary...
Published 05/13/20
Mrs “I can’t keep a secret for the life of me” did a great job keeping quiet, until now. Jessica and Cody Nickson are ready to share their big secret and Now What listeners get to hear the scoop first! Jessica is at first nervous but then spills all the juicy details and leaves nothing out… well maybe one thing, but that’s for another show. Special thanks to Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Erika Jayne. We hope you all have a Happy Mother’s Day! Now What is produced in partnership with...
Published 05/06/20
Jessica Nickson shares how she is staying safe and sane during Covid 19. She brings on her friends for life that she competed against on The Amazing Race, Kristi Leskinen and Jen Hudak, to talk about how the pandemic is affecting Moms. Jen shares what happened during her 30+ hour labor right before the country shut down due to the pandemic. Kristi wonders if she should even consider trying to get pregnant during the coronavirus shut down. Jen is an American freestyle skier, human...
Published 04/29/20
Jessica Nickson talks with Beachbody super trainer Autumn Calabrese during safer at home to get an inside look at what’s happening with the fitness industry and her new podcast “Let’s Do Life.” Also, Autumn shares tips on how to stay fit at home and make healthy and nutritious food choices which had Jessica taking notes! Stay safe friends. Now What is produced in partnership with PodcastOne and The Direct Message, executive producers Crystal Fambrini and John Ryan, Jr. (Co-Founders of The...
Published 04/22/20
What’s happening with the influencer market during Covid 19? Host Jessica Nickson fills us in and gives out tips and affordable ways on how to gain a following and start a business online. Then Jessica welcomes on one of her favorite Mommy bloggers, Sivan Ayla to share her digital entrepreneur story. This interview was recorded earlier in the year at the W Hollywood Sound Suite. Now What is produced in partnership with PodcastOne and The Direct Message, executive producers Crystal Fambrini...
Published 04/15/20
Jessica Nickson welcomes on her good friends and race car drivers Alexander Rossi and Conor Daly to get their professional athletes' perspective on Covid 19 and how their season being postponed due to the pandemic is impacting them. They met competing together on The Amazing Race Season 30. Alexander currently competes full-time in the IndyCar Series, driving the No. 27 Honda for Andretti Autosport. He is best known for winning the Indianapolis 500 as a rookie in 2016. Conor is currently...
Published 04/08/20
Now What?! host Jessica Nickson brings on actress and TV personality Heather Dubrow. The two talk about Heather’s “totsicles,” a reference to her frozen embryos. Now What is produced in partnership with PodcastOne and The Direct Message, executive producers Crystal Fambrini and John Ryan, Jr. (Co-Founders of The Direct Message). Producer Gary Smith. Follow us on instagram for latest updates and give aways @directmessagenetwork. Please Support Our Sponsor: Go to...
Published 04/01/20
Now What?! host Jessica Nickson shares her current experience of the COVID-19 lockdown. Then husband Cody joins to talk with new parents Shawn Johnson and Andrew East about working as a couple in the social media world out of their home in Nashville, Tennessee. Find out who wears the pants in the relationship, why they call their new podcast “Couple Things” a form of marriage therapy and their secrets with daily time management. Shawn is the 2008 Olympic balance beam gold medalist and...
Published 03/25/20
Now What?! host Jessica Nickson brings on fellow Big Brother alum Kat Dunn to recap The Bachelor season 24 with Peter Weber. The two don’t hold any of their thoughts back on this roller coaster season, including observations and conspiracy theories. This podcast episode was recorded live to tape immediately after The Bachelor Finale. Please Support Our Sponsors: Go to www.causebox.com/NOWWHAT and use the code NOWWHAT to get your first box for 30% off Go to amazon.com and search WW...
Published 03/18/20
Now What?! host Jessica Nickson went on Adulting Like A Mother Father podcast last week as a guest and now it’s her turn to lead the conversation with podcast co hosts and engaged couple Daniella Monet and Andrew Gardner. The trio talk life before dating apps, Daniella and Andrew explain their “different perspective on marriage,” and they all give some constructive criticism to their partners (eek). And of course Jessica had to ask the adorable couple about The Bachelor. Now What is...
Published 03/11/20
Live from W Hollywood Sound Suite, Jessica Nickson talks to E! Daily Pop host Carissa Culiner on what it’s like to be pregnant for the second time while working as an entertainment reporter. Also in the studio Jessica brings on one of her bridesmaids, reality star publicist Lori Krebs, to get the real scope on her clients and some real world insight on her job. Now What is produced in partnership with PodcastOne and The Direct Message, executive producers Crystal Fambrini and John Ryan, Jr....
Published 03/03/20
Jessica Nickson welcomes to the studio Dr. Tristan Bickman, MD., OBY-YN to talk about how to get pregnant and pregnancy tips. In addition to establishing a private practice in Santa Monica, Dr. Bickman co-authored a book, Whoa, Baby!: A Guide for New Moms Who Feel Overwhelmed and Freaked Out (and Wonder What the #*$& Just Happened), with friend and longtime patient, Kelly Rowland of Destiny’s Child. Now What is produced in partnership with PodcastOne and The Direct Message, executive...
Published 02/26/20