Lisa Johnson Mandell
Lisa Johnson Mandell is an award-winning journalist, host, author and critic, who has appeared as an expert on the CBS Early Show, NBC s Today Show, Dr. Phil, CNN, CNBC, Fox News, CNBC, Bravo and many more. Her work has been featured in The Wall St. Journal, the New York Times, Forbes, Oprah.com, AOL and numerous other media outlets. She has authored three books from major publishers, the most recent being Career Comeback: Repackage Yourself to Get the Job You Want, featuring employment tips anyone can use, garnered from her own experience and the advice of experts. She is a Los Angeles native and currently works in the entertainment industry, when she s not spending time with her husband James and their Golden Doodle, KC.
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'The Brass Teapot' Boils Over with Steamy SpeculationJuno Temple and Michael Angarano star as a struggling young couple who find a teapot that spews out cash whenever they hurt themselves, or each other, in "The Brass Teapot."
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First Person: Being the 'Cool Aunt' Is Enough; Or Is It?Lisa Johnson Mandell has it all... almost. Can a loving husband, an irresistable dog and adoring nieces and nephews make up for her decision not to have kids? -
Is There Any Hope for 'Saving Lincoln?'Salvador Litvak's latest docudrama about the life and times of Abraham Lincoln goes up against Steven Spielberg's 'Lincoln' and the Tom Hanks narrated National Geographic project. Will his use of CineCollage draw viewers in?
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'Nashville' creator Callie Khouri reveals backstage secrets of the hit musical series'Nashville' creator and executive producer Callie Khouri takes you into the trenches of her hit country music series, dishing on working with husband T Bone Burnett and casting Connie Britton before anyone knew she could sing. -
Exclusive: QVC Queen Lori Greiner Thrives in ABC's 'Shark Tank'Inventor and marketer Lori Greiner, who has sold thousands of products on QVC, swims in ABC's "Shark Tank" again this season, holding her own against the likes of Mark Cuban and Daymond John. -
Exclusive: 'Mad Men' director, Lesli Linka Glatter, zooms from past to futureLesli Linka Glatter, who has directed some of TV's most esteemed shows like "Mad Men," "The Good Wife," "House" and "The Walking Dead," takes time out of her busy schedule to work on "Lauren," a web TV series for the WIGS channel.Also published on: -
'White Collar' Season 4: Sneak peek reveals island fever is in store [Exclusive Video]An exclusive clip of the "White Collar" Season Four premier reveals that Neal and Mozzie have escaped to a luxurious tropical island, which seems to be quite a bit shy of paradise.Also published on:
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'Magic Mike' strips away illusionsWhile the largely female audience of 'Magic Mike' can enjoy the buffed out Matthew McConaughey and Channing Tatum in brief costumes, surprisingly enough they'll get a little dose of morality on the side.Also published on:
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USA 'Suits' Up for Emmy Campaigns: How and Why Networks Fight for Award NominationsThis time of year you often see "For Your Consideration" ads. USA Network execs talk about what's involved in an Emmy campaign and why they're so important.Also published on: -
'Beasts of the Southern Wild' driven by a child with amazing graceSundance darling 'Beasts of the Southern Wild,' Fox Searchlight's latest release, debuts the most amazing child actor to come along in years. The film is far from a delightful fantasy, but compelling all the same.Also published on:
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Emmy Watch: 'Nurse Jackie' Co-Creator/Co-Showrunner Linda Wallem Leaves Series in NY for Family in CaliforniaLinda Wallem hopes Emmy voters will find her last season on "Nurse Jackie" to be award-worthy. She left the show she co-created and ran in New York to spend more time in California with her four stepchildren and partner, Melissa Etheridge.Also published on: -
Unorthodox Winners at the Critics Choice TV AwardsWhile the Critics Choice TV Awards feted journalists' picks for best television, one critic gives unique awards to Zooey Deschanel, Kevin Costner, Clair Danes and others.Also published on:
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Critics Choice Awards: 'Breaking Bad' is Good Behind the ScenesNot every star in Hollywood is a train wreck: Some of the most talented are the nicest, like "Breaking Bad"'s Giancarlo Esposito, Anna Gunn and Aaron Paul.Also published on:
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Adam Sandler's 'That's My Boy' goes beyond taboosIn Adam Sandler's 'That's My Boy,' humor is mined from an educator in a position of authority taking sexual advantage of a young boy. It's unfortunate timing, considering what we're currently hearing on the news about the Sandusky trial.Also published on:
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Sneak Peek: 'Hatfields & McCoys' Feud With Blockbusters for Weekend Viewers"Hatfields & McCoys," staring Kevin Costner and Bill Paxton, is a brilliant and unexpected coup for Discovery's History Channel. It's also some of the best entertainment to be seen over Memorial Day weekend.
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Christians Rejoice Over 'GCB' Cancellation"GCB," the show focusing on good Christian bitches or belles in Texas, outraged many true believers with it's broad comedic strokes. Even producer Darren Starr of "Sex and the City" fame couldn't save it.
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'Undercover Boss' Season Finale: Heavy Construction by MasTec CEO Jose Mas Finishes Off Season 3MasTec CEO Jose Mas operates the kind of heavy equipment most boys dream about in the season finale of "Undercover Boss" -- and it's not all fun and games. -
Kathleen Turner Resurfaces in the Not-So-'Perfect Family'Kathleen Turner's recent independent dramady 'The Perfect Family' is not her most flattering, but proves she's still got what it takes to anchor a film.
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Fastsigns CEO Catherine Monson Goes Goth for 'Undercover Boss'Fastsigns International's CEO had never touched a sign when she became an "Undercover Boss" for the popular CBS reality show. -
'The Avengers' Hot, Hunky Heroes Keep Female Viewers EntertainedWhile 'Marvel's The Avengers' has plenty of action and amazing special effects, we female non-geeks can find a definite diversion in deliberating over who we'd most like to be have 'rescue' us.Also published on: -
'96 Minutes' of Suspense: Indy Keeps You Wondering What More Could Possibly Go WrongFirst time feature writer/director Aimee Lagos creates a cautionary tale about class, contention, violence, and vilification in her film '96 Minutes,' opening Friday, April 27.
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Free Pretzels for You From 'Undercover Boss' Dan DiZio of Philly Pretzel FactoryThere's an interesting twist on this week's "Undercover Boss." Philly Pretzel Factory CEO Dan DiZio is so good at his jobs he has to dumb it down, but that didn't stop him from declaring "Free pretzels for everyone!" -
'Undercover Boss': Friday the 13th is Budget Blinds CEO Chad Hallock's Lucky DayBudget Blinds CEO Chad Hallock had no idea his "Undercover Boss" episode would run on Friday the 13th, but it turned out to be a lucky day for him and his thousands of employees. -
The Whit of 'Damsels in Distress'Whit Stillman offers a bizarre, through-the looking-glass reflection of East Coast college life in his new film, 'Damsels in Distress.' -
Golf Products CEO Mark King is TaylorMade for 'Undercover Boss'Ae the head of the world's largest golf products manufacturer, TaylorMade CEO Mark King has the ideal job, but went on "Undercover Boss" to find out if the employees love their jobs as much as he does.Also published on: -
'Undercover Boss': Wife Fails to Recognize Yankee Candles CEO Harlan KentYankee Candles CEO Harlan Kent dons a curly wig and soul patch that fools even his wife on "Undercover Boss," and finds the disguise helps him communicate with employees like never before. -
How 'John Carter' Could Have Drawn 'True Blood' at the Box OfficeTaylor Kitsch of 'Friday Night Lights' has a hard time carrying Disney's new 'John Carter' -- something 'True Blood's' Stephen Moyer, aka vampire Bill, seems to have been reborn to do. -
Oriental Trading Company Warehouse Wears Out CEO Sam Taylor on 'Undercover Boss'Oriental Trading Company CEO Sam Taylor wears the best disguise yet to work with employees in a surprising location on this week's episode of "Undercover Boss" on CBS.
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Sexual Politics Help 'Friends With Kids' Go Where 'Bridesmaids 2' Still Can'tHow can a small indie bring together 'Bridesmaids' alumni Jon Hamm, Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, and Chris O'Dowd, plus throw in Megan Fox and Edward Burns, when the much-anticipated sequel to 'Bridesmaids' can't get it together?
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Despite Title, 'Salmon Fishing in the Yemen' Is a CatchAlthough the title leaves many cold, 'Salmon Fishing in the Yemen,' with a charming story and a stellar cast that includes Emily Blunt, Ewan McGregor, and Kristin Scott Thomas, is quite the coup for director Lasse Hallstrom.
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Undercover Boss Lynne Zappone of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Isn't ChickenLynne Zappone, CTO of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, may have felt battered and fried after working behind the counter for the first time in her life on CBS's Undercover Boss, but she was also impressed with the passion of their people.
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First Person: I 'Botoxed' My Resume and Got Immediate ResultsOnce I erased the age spots from my resume, I received immediate responses and multiple job offers.
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American Seafoods CEO Bernt Bodal Gets in Hot Water on 'Undercover Boss'American Seafood CEO Bernt Bodal, who was a rock star in Norway, left it all behind to become a commercial fisherman in the US. Now he owns the company, and goes incognito on Undercover Boss
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'The Hunger Games' Cast Coming to a Mall Near You; 'Twilight' Who?Jennifer Lawrence, Liam Hemsworth, Josh Hutcherson, and more will be making special appearances at shopping malls across America to promote 'The Hunger Games,' which is sure to suck the blood right out of the 'Twilight' series.
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Checkers CEO Rick Silva Toasts Employee's Buns on 'Undercover Boss'Employees at the fast food chain are reduced to tears of both joy and pain as reality hit 'Undercover Boss' 'moves from Sundays to Fridays on CBS
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First Person: Our ARM Just Cut Our Mortgage Payments in HalfWe knew we were taking a big risk when we signed for a five-year ARM, and now our house is worth less than we owe. But there's comfort in knowing our payments have been automatically reduced by half.
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Can Paul Dano Stand Up to Robert De Niro in 'Being Flynn'?Paul Dano, who you'll remember from 'Little Miss Sunshine' and 'There Will Be Blood,' faces perhaps his biggest challenge yet: going up against Robert De Niro in 'Being Flynn.'
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Could 'The Drummer' Be the Big Hit for Vera Farmiga?The low-profile Vera Farmiga could follow in the footsteps of other actresses who won Oscars playing singers if she kills it as Fleetwood Mac's Christine McVie in 'The Drummer,' about dark Beach Boy Dennis Wilson.
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Serious 'Desperate Housewives' Finale Facts from Kathryn Joosten, Aka Mrs. McCluskeyThere are myriad spoilers, hints and teasers about how the Desperate Housewives will finally end up, but here's a definite tip-off, straight from the horse's, er, Mrs. McCluskey's mouth.
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Kendall-Jackson 'Undercover Boss' Rick Tigner Tastes No Sour GrapesThis week's "Undercover Boss" episode sees Kendall-Jackson President Rick Tigner getting down to the roots of the wine making business, and one employee uncorks.
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'Shark Tank's' Robert Herjavec Dishes on Most Vicious Season YetThe reality show that features everyday folk pitching their business ideas to a panel of savvy tycoons shows the main, and most vicious, competition is between the ruthless investors.
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'Undercover Boss' Dina Dwyer-Owens of the Dwyer Group Gets Down and DirtyFemale Undercover Boss Dina Dwyer-Owens takes on the name of Faith to help her with hands on experience at franchises like Mr. Rooter, Mr. Electric, Glass Doctor and The Grounds Guys.
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CBS 'Undercover Boss' Starts Season 3 With Outrageous RewardsThe hit CBS reality show Undercover Boss is beginning its third season with a bang. The boss spends hundreds of thousands of dollars rewarding deserving employees, after he bungles just about everything he tries.
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Things You Learn in the Ladies' Room at Hollywood Awards ShowsYou find that stars, as well as venues, clean up well for their big nights, but there's always a drastic reality check in front of the the bathroom mirror.
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'Bridesmaids' Producer Judd Apatow's Verbal Bombs Blow Up Critics' Choice AwardsHollywood's biggest names, critics, and network officials alike are stunned when Judd Apatow spews a profanity-laden acceptance speech for 'Bridesmaids' at the Critics Choice Awards.
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First Person: 5 Resume Spoilers That Will Kill Your ChancesDon't send out another resume until you're certain you haven't committed any of these five deadly job seeking sins.
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Are You Responsible for 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' Suicide?The blame for the suicide of Russell Armstrong from "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" is being placed everywhere else, but we the viewers share some of the responsibility.
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What's a Nice Guy Like Ryan Gosling Doing in a Pic Like This?When he's not giving serial seduction instruction in films like 'Crazy, Stupid, Love,' he's cracking heads and beds in films like 'Drive' and 'Blue Valentine.'Also published on:
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Don't Hate Me Because I Schmooze with Jon Hamm and Party with Real HousewivesEntertainment reporter/critic Lisa Johnson Mandell gives you a real, down home taste of Hollywood you won't find anywhere else... with a side of Jon Hamm
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Do Teen Mom Kardashian Real Housewife Hoarders from the Jersey Shore Deserve Awards?What makes a great reality show? Sure compelling entertainment value is important, but should some semblance or reality be present as well?
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Bet on 'Mad Men' and 'Modern Family' to Win Emmys: Critics Choice Awards Predict Winners with 90% AccuracyFind out which of your favorite actors and shows are most likely to win Emmys with details from this new awards show.