I think where Miranda was headed with playing Devil’s advocate was right on the money. I don’t think kids should be treated the way Raven and the boys were describing how they were treated. But I also don’t think they should be coddled the way Raven described experiences with child actors today. A balance is needed. The mentality of well this is how I was treated and I’m fine so it’s ok for you is so toxic!! Raven and the boys are in a small minority of child stars who survived and have found success as adults. Maybe treating kids the way the system used to is part of why we saw so many child stars go down a dark path.
Yeah I also agree with you as well! I feel that she is trying to push how she use to be treated on the new generation of kids today and that’s not right obviously because she literally as a multitude of issues herself from what the industry put her through.
I agree. I don't know if a lot of what they say is true or exaggerated about how children are treated in the industry today...but I see nothing wrong with acknowleging child actors mental health. I think they need to talk to non-child actors to hear themselves because a lot of their experiences are trauma dump🚩🚩🚩. Also...a lot of this "young people don't want to work" stuff is played out. They do....they just want to end up like a lot of us...our labor exploited without living wages now matter what job/career they are in.
Some principles still apply. On a job, you must comply to get the best results, right. Not everyone will like it, and probably you shouldn't be doing it. It's a choice... and there are signs to look for with this..and other jobs.
@@DeeDiamond2981some child actors don’t get that choice. Look at Jeanette McCurdy. Or the Spears sisters. The entertainment industry is such a unique business that many things are overlooked.
it’s literally how i look at Joey 😅 but i had a crush on him and Matt at different stages. it’s their personalities, is what i can relate to and as a kid - pre teen i had friends who acted like they do.
I see tons of people suggesting her on many dif podcasts and wonder if shes booked or busy with boo press? Christy Romano was one of the most amount S of comments asking.
This episode by far has been my favorite, one of all! I laughed so hard I had tears pouring down my face! I grew up with Raven, Joey, Andy, Matt, so listening to them talking about the world and how they grew up in the industry, compared to how the industry and the world are now gave me chills!!! I love this podcast, and I am so grateful that the brothers decided to do this! I look forward to the episodes every week!❤❤
Please thank your husband for me! They don't get enough respect in my opinion! Like they said we would be buried alive in trash if they decided to not show up to work. We try and bring cold drinks out to the trucks and offer snacks (like it's been shown for delivery/ mail)
My dad worked as a trash truck driver when I was growing up.. and i remember in elementary school we were doing a project on careers and after hearing my other class mates saying their parents were nurses, doctors, owned their owned business.. I was embarrassed to say what my dad did.. so the teacher came over and told me to tell her quietly and she said ‘Oh! Your dads a sanitation engineer! They make more money than I do!’.. 😂
When Raven mentioned that because she has mental health issues from what she went through and others these days shouldn't protect their mental health, it is such a conservative/neoliberal talking point. I believe we should be here to prevent others from unaliving themselves (Jonathan Brandis comes to mind every time I hear about these things because he obviously didn't have anyone to talk to about it). Two types of people in this world: 1.) Those who went through effed up experiences and expect others to do the same. If you went through those experiences and are okay with others doing the same, you're not actually okay. 2.) They went through the experience and will fight to make sure that others don't have to go through it. Many more people are realizing that just because someone forced them to be here doesn't mean they have to do the same. It's not required to procreate just because others do it.
100% - I honestly stopped watching it after that talk. How can you talk about all the abuses you suffered in the industry and complain that “it’s too easy” for people nowadays? Make that make sense
@victorchambers8935 it's indoctrination through gaslighting and manipulating people. However, there is a lot of that done in many industries these days. Plus, it's the rugged individualism that MLK warned about in his day.
@loveoverfearalways I hope so as well, because I had higher expectations for the type of person she was, honestly. However, like I said, not everyone believes in preventing trauma for others.✌🏻
The Brotherly Love podcast gets me in my nostalgia kid feels every single time. This podcast is such a joy. Thanks for all you do boys to give us great content. ❤
It is so refreshing to see these accomplished child to adult actors survive the industry and come out with level heads. I grew up on Raven and the Lawrence brothers. They’ve all matured so well! More of THIS!
I had the privilege of staying home for 18 years for my kids and went back to work a couple years ago and it’s crazy. Work ethic is a very valuable thing to have……but when you have great work ethic nowadays people literally tell/ask you “Why do you work so hard?””You’re just an overachiever” when your literally just doing your job, the job that’s expected of you. Since when did good work ethic become overachievement?
I would sink if I were in this convo with them and not have had a history as an actor. Shout out to Ravens wife for keeping up, staying in the convo and being a good sport
I stumbled upon your podcast and I was SO happy. To hear you all talk about the way things are now and how you felt about talent, sitcoms and music today made this 64 year old thrilled. My question is always “where is the critical thinking today.” To know that your generation feels the same way was gold.
I equally love the Lawrence brothers, but I love how much Andy talked during this. Such an amazing episode with Raven's energy along with the Lawrence brothers' exuberant atmosphere. My mid90s baby self is definitely happy this Friday. 👐🏽
I took care of both of my grandparents for four years. it was such hard work and I feel people don’t give enough credit to caregivers and people who take care of others. Hard work is good and discipline as well that’s how we grow and I’m happiest when I’m working anyway ❤
I always referred to that cartoon Raven mentioned as "Real Monsters". She had me stumped when she just said "Monsters" until she started talking about Krumm. Its full name was "AHHHH! Real Monsters".
I appreciate Miranda playing devil’s advocate a little bit and asking the good questions. So far this if already an amazing episode. Sports wise, my boyfriend does the comparison. And he said there are so many professional players or up and coming players who didn’t become great because they didn’t take enough time to recover from injuries and hurt themselves permanently. He said the rest is part of the success. The problem with the “make it or break it” attitude is that some people break. I always thought I could do anything because I could put in the work. Until I had an actual break down/burn out. I didn’t realize it was a thing. I probably would have been homeless if I didn’t have support or savings. It gave me a real appreciation for mental health and putting health first. I couldn’t do it all and I was going to break myself or die if I kept trying. It took about 1.5 years until I could work full time again (happened around 36). I’m better, but careful not to put myself in that position again. All just good for thought. All about finding a balance
WOW! What an entertaining show this week! Honestly, the Symone-Lawrence acting school would be fantastic! The knowledge you could share…it probably would make a cool reality show too! Great pod this week everyone ❤
I totally understand when they say the actors arent working as hard as they were before but then they described him being on an IV and then working or raven disassociating her whole working life. shouldn’t get better so children today don’t have to go through that? Ijs🤷🏾♀️
I agree. I love them with my whole, whole heart...but sometimes the things they say about working as child actors makes me 😬. A lot of that stuff and pressure back then was NOT okay to do to CHILDREN. And everytime they talk about child actors today I cringe because I'm like, "You were robbed of your childhood...you don't have to rob others of theirs." Yes, child actors have a job to do, but they are also children. I don't think it's coddling when you consider the mental and emotional health of child actors. They are already doing something most children never experience until they are older, and that's working or having a job. At least let them be kids while they're doing it. Just my opinion....🤷🏿♀️
This was my favorite episode. You 4 were my childhood. I met Andy at the natural history museum in LA in 2001 and it was the highlight of my 6th grade year hahaha. Love you guys!
It's funny they're going on and on about how the industry used to be when literally half the kid actors from their generations are a hot mess as adults. That table is literally the only ones who came out well adjusted save a couple others (Hillary duff and Christy)
It is so refreshing to hear convos like this about not coddling. Anyone learning under Raven will be well trained, it seems. Keep it up and keep these new kids working hard!! Loved Raven as a kid. Back to loving her now as an adult!
I'm alive and its extremely insane how iconic this collaboration is! ICONIC , however these men have so much work done visually to look young and remain in a time capsule, but they aren't even in their golden years we love authenticity and so Miranda still standing on her truth of never have i ever.
FYI when they were talking about neurodivergent and fidget Spinners and things like that just you should know those are created for autistic and severe ADHD. For the autistic it brings them out of their internal world into the outside world and therefore they are able to connect and be more present when you speak to them. With ADHD it gives them something to expel that internal unlimited energy and so while the one hand is messing with that they can focus their mind on what you're saying. So it's not just a way of them having something to ignore you it actually does help certain people focus. Now being neurodivergent is a thing but I think it does get used as an excuse to medicate some children that don't really need it. Like some kind if bandaid for difficult or intense children instead of parenting and support, let's medicate the problem cause that's easier. As a parent myself, I would rather talk to my kid about what the problem is and help her find solutions, instead of just take a pill. I think parents and families need to get back to acting like human beings instead of using pharma shortcuts, because to me that's irresponsible and lazy. Now I do 100% agree that there are legitimate diagnosis' and some who need medication. I just think sometimes, meds aren't the cure all. Even with meds you still should have support and understanding from family, friends, and especially parents.
I literally need 10 anxiety pills after watching these brothers do an interview. They don't let the room breathe they're fighting over who gets to say what. You can tell they were irritating Raven when she was trying to get a word in. And Joey is the worst, he makes everything about himself. Imagine watching the Lawrence brothers interviewing Kelly Clarkson oh my God.😂
I love this comment. When they had Melissa on I felt like she could barely talk herself. Like they each need to get maybe some interview training? I dont know. Like ask a question and then wait for Raven's repsonse, add your own personal take if you want to for like 5 minutes max.
This costume halloween talk reminds me of a Brotherly Love episode where Claire wore a pink onesie, with a chair on her head. She was...Gum under a chair 😂
I just need to say, thank you for the Lawrence brothers bringing it to us each week and all the other social media things they do it’s so much to give to us and I appreciate you 3 so much and till this day all of you are my childhood. And I am fascinated they Andy and Raven went to school together! This is a gem to have Raven and her wife Miranda Maday what a treat for us! And all things you guys are saying it’s mind blowing but so relatable. Love you all! ❌⭕️💜💜💜
It’s good that much accountability is being held for the exploitation of child laboring in Hollywood. You guys had it rough back in those days. The Lawrence brothers are an example of having integrity, humility, & not sell out for every check being thrown in contracts. You guys deserve much abundance from God for staying grounded❤
That lady (Angel Tanksley) also has a bachelors in theatre and a MFA and has an extensive acting/singing career. She also has been a RUclips influencer for years. She knows the entertainment industry is my point.
Great episode! The only thing I’ll say is the mindset should move a little bit more…. Essential jobs and people are always needed. The difference is willingness to work for below poverty wages. Working for $12-17/hour isn’t nearly enough and that’s sadly what most jobs are paying… I don’t think jobs are below people anymore, I think it’s that wages have stayed nearly the same and everything else is raising in price.. Company profits need redirected into employees pay little bit more than it has the past 50 years
Wow. The oldest brother just takes over the conversations. I'm over 5 minutes in and no one has been able to talk about anything because he doesn't stop to listen.
This episode was a treat. It was really great to see you guys all laughing and having a good time. I am taking notes because I do Roundtables on my podcast.
So basically an hour of celebrities complaining about mental health being fake basically while Raven and Miranda preach mental health on their own podcast? I'm only 7 minutes in and I can't even finish. Sorry ya'll grew up during a time no one cared about you but you don't need to knock how we take it serious NOW...
I don't think they are aware of how much harm the way they treated as kids was done to them. I may have to stop listening/watching this podcast because....yikes😬 the podcast started out fun and light but have morfed into a "get off my lawn" thing.
Every episode that the Lawerance brothers do it turns out really incredible!! My family really enjoyed this episode with Raven and Miranda. I’m always so amazed how the topics they talk about it’s so true and understanding it’s always straight to the point and so right on point 💯 thank you guys for doing this podcast and I’m so incredibly thankful for you all. What an wonderful Friday ❤
Although its a pretty poorly conducted interview, I loved the moment Raven actually had to speak about her experience. Similar to a lot of others in the comments, I don't agree that just because they "had it rough" growing up in the industry that everyone should be treated how they were as kids. SO FEW child actors from the 80s/90s are still in the industry (some fell down a dark path and are no longer with us). I also don't agree in folks being coddled, not putting in effort, and not holding up their end of commitments because at the end of the day it shows in the quality of the content if the actors weren't diligent in preparing for their role. It has to be a balance.
Yep. It was so disheartening to hear. Just because they had it rough doesn’t mean todays generation should as well. We should all things to be better with each passing day for the next generations.
He was connected to an IV and still has to work 😢😢. Raven didn't know she had the option to decline something due to fear of being blackballed basically 😢😢
Makes me wonder how many of their childhood actor friends they got to see struggle with addiction or depression. How many struggle to this day with so many things. Sounding bitter towards treating kids like kids is not a great look. Not every kid was able to have a support system to keep he/her out of trouble.
SO good! Fun to listen to and watch! Great chemistry. Would love to see you guys work with Raven 😮😃👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 I think a sitcom with you 4 would be AMAZING!!
Absolutely the best episode yet!! I've never felt so happy to watch RUclips since u guys started a podcast❤ lots of genuine laughter and happiness. Love it!
I think people forget how naturally funny Raven is. Girl has made me laugh in every SINGLE interaction I’ve ever watched of hers. Scripted and unscripted.
I really appreciated this whole conversation. Thanks for representing "old Hollywood". 😂 Your perspectives on how the industry is changing is really interesting. Love episodes like this.
Love this show. Had a stressful crazy day at work, and thank god for this show. You guys make me smile and laugh during my lunch hour, and then I'm able to get through the rest of the day.
Absolutely LOVED this!!! THIS is what we need to see with Raven and the Beothers. RA-VEN, RA-VEN!! I appreciate everyone including Raven's wife, Miranda. It made for a slightly challenging smooth chat bc its life having a High School reunion with your spouse there who doesnt know any of that time period and like 😶 and so it kind of changes the conversation or atmosphere. BUT everyone did a great job listening and including. What I'd like to see is Miranda be interviewed SOLO so the audience can get to know HER. Right now shes just a package deal with Raven. If shes going to be tagging along for things the fans only know Raven for and only are interested in Raven, as a HUGE Raven fan I truly would like to learn more about Miranda so she's part of the experience instead of just "there" and the audience is 😳🤔.
Absolutely love this podcast!!! Wake up every Friday looking forward to watching y’all on RUclips, and joy fullness, so education, so funny amusing just love it keep it up. I wish y’all could do more than once a week. ❤❤❤
This podcast, especially this episode, brings back so many heartwarming wholesome childhood memories for me and I'm so glad I grew up with you guys on my television screen. Thank you for making my childhood so memorable! ♥ Love you guys and love this podcast!
Raven is wonderful to listen to! Refreshing perspectives, honest and so relatable. I loved the interaction between the Lawrence brothers and Raven…you can feel there’s natural chemistry that comes from having shared career experiences.
Another outstanding podcast- love you guys and the guests you have on your show. Truly amazing, intelligent, genuine individuals. I look forward to more episodes!!
In this episode you enjoy using the word “literally”. I do not think that word means what you think it means. But I’ll keep coming back for more. These are good dudes.
i saw raven as a comedian. she always made me laugh but than again the raven show cast was hilarious too. love that show. and also the way shes dressed now reminds me of that episode when she was dressed as a plumber LOL peace and love.
It's also giving a lot of "back in my day" like....younger people shouldn't be mandated to suffer as much as you did. Like you can endure trauma and normalize it so much that you don't recognize it.
I’m not in the industry but was raised with strong work ethics .I broke two of the large bones in my arm on April fools 2020 about 12:30 am .Worked 6-8:30 and was back at 3pm.
You guys are hilarious!!! This podcast has become one of my new favorites. ..the nostalgia, story telling, laughing, jokes n brotherly love. Lots of positive energy. Awesome idea to bring the band back together!
PodCo....you all are doing God's Work! These podcast with these actor's are ESSENTIAL!!! The so called have nots are finally being shown that they are and never were alone.
First: idk what they're talking about. ANDY, not only are you STILL cute, you're handsome. I wanted to give you a hug so badly. If we were on the same coast, I would cross my fingers every day just to bump into you. Secondly: I now look forward to Fridays just so I can see the Pod Da Pod. Thank you for all your hard work putting this together.
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You need to get Jonathan Taylor Thomas on the show 🥺🥰
matt and jtt share an ex lol
@@molls127 could be interesting so 😂
@molls127 Really? Who? I did not know that. Who was it?
This right lol 😊
JTT, THE OLSEN TWINS, tahj mowry, and Haley Joel Osment
I think where Miranda was headed with playing Devil’s advocate was right on the money. I don’t think kids should be treated the way Raven and the boys were describing how they were treated. But I also don’t think they should be coddled the way Raven described experiences with child actors today. A balance is needed. The mentality of well this is how I was treated and I’m fine so it’s ok for you is so toxic!! Raven and the boys are in a small minority of child stars who survived and have found success as adults. Maybe treating kids the way the system used to is part of why we saw so many child stars go down a dark path.
Yeah I also agree with you as well! I feel that she is trying to push how she use to be treated on the new generation of kids today and that’s not right obviously because she literally as a multitude of issues herself from what the industry put her through.
I agree. I don't know if a lot of what they say is true or exaggerated about how children are treated in the industry today...but I see nothing wrong with acknowleging child actors mental health. I think they need to talk to non-child actors to hear themselves because a lot of their experiences are trauma dump🚩🚩🚩. Also...a lot of this "young people don't want to work" stuff is played out. They do....they just want to end up like a lot of us...our labor exploited without living wages now matter what job/career they are in.
Some principles still apply. On a job, you must comply to get the best results, right. Not everyone will like it, and probably you shouldn't be doing it. It's a choice... and there are signs to look for with this..and other jobs.
@@DeeDiamond2981some child actors don’t get that choice. Look at Jeanette McCurdy. Or the Spears sisters. The entertainment industry is such a unique business that many things are overlooked.
100%. Andy's story about getting IV in-between takes? Perfectly fine for athletes and adult workers, but kids?
Joey Lawrence is such a national treasure. America's older brother. Such a great role model. God bless you, Joey!
it’s literally how i look at Joey 😅
but i had a crush on him and Matt at different stages.
it’s their personalities, is what i can relate to and as a kid - pre teen i had friends who acted like they do.
@@CarlyneDTQTonPod oh yeah, Matt is a total babe.
Andy gets asked a question, he starts to answer the question, then Joey takes over as always. I wish he'd let his brother's speak. 🫤
It's younger sibling problems.
This is the way there family is
I can’t even explain how much this podcast has blessed me. Such a breath of fresh air and so humbling. Thank you.
You should have Jeanette McCurdy on. She had it rough and can bring a different outlook from having it bad at home
Yes! Definitely agree
I see tons of people suggesting her on many dif podcasts and wonder if shes booked or busy with boo press? Christy Romano was one of the most amount
S of comments asking.
Thank you ANDY, for telling Joey, “Get to the point”! 😂💃🏻🥰
Raven and the Lawrence brothers!! Going to be a great episode❤
i’m gonna need them to do a movie or collab on her Disney show
This episode by far has been my favorite, one of all! I laughed so hard I had tears pouring down my face! I grew up with Raven, Joey, Andy, Matt, so listening to them talking about the world and how they grew up in the industry, compared to how the industry and the world are now gave me chills!!! I love this podcast, and I am so grateful that the brothers decided to do this! I look forward to the episodes every week!❤❤
Thank you mentioning the Trash men, my husband works for a trash company and works so hard for us.
Please thank your husband for me! They don't get enough respect in my opinion!
Like they said we would be buried alive in trash if they decided to not show up to work.
We try and bring cold drinks out to the trucks and offer snacks (like it's been shown for delivery/ mail)
My dad worked as a trash truck driver when I was growing up.. and i remember in elementary school we were doing a project on careers and after hearing my other class mates saying their parents were nurses, doctors, owned their owned business.. I was embarrassed to say what my dad did.. so the teacher came over and told me to tell her quietly and she said ‘Oh! Your dads a sanitation engineer! They make more money than I do!’.. 😂
@@KScipso start showing them respect
@@EriBarrwell she lied to you because they definitely don't.
When Raven mentioned that because she has mental health issues from what she went through and others these days shouldn't protect their mental health, it is such a conservative/neoliberal talking point. I believe we should be here to prevent others from unaliving themselves (Jonathan Brandis comes to mind every time I hear about these things because he obviously didn't have anyone to talk to about it).
Two types of people in this world:
1.) Those who went through effed up experiences and expect others to do the same. If you went through those experiences and are okay with others doing the same, you're not actually okay.
2.) They went through the experience and will fight to make sure that others don't have to go through it.
Many more people are realizing that just because someone forced them to be here doesn't mean they have to do the same. It's not required to procreate just because others do it.
100% - I honestly stopped watching it after that talk. How can you talk about all the abuses you suffered in the industry and complain that “it’s too easy” for people nowadays? Make that make sense
@victorchambers8935 it's indoctrination through gaslighting and manipulating people. However, there is a lot of that done in many industries these days. Plus, it's the rugged individualism that MLK warned about in his day.
@@victorchambers8935me too, I’m outta here. Wanting others to suffer because you did is so immature and gross, I don’t like this vibe.
Its clear she has a lot of trauma she hasn't fully explored and healed. I hope she does.
@loveoverfearalways I hope so as well, because I had higher expectations for the type of person she was, honestly. However, like I said, not everyone believes in preventing trauma for others.✌🏻
I need more Raven. This was my favorite episode so far. Please have her on again.
Yessssssss! We need a Part 2, please. ❤
she and Miranda have a podcast called Best Podcast Ever. The Keke Palmer and Adrienne Bailon episodes are amazing
Agree!!
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@@letmebeascholarthank you for this valuable information! Looking up now!
The Brotherly Love podcast gets me in my nostalgia kid feels every single time. This podcast is such a joy. Thanks for all you do boys to give us great content. ❤
I respect Joe's ability to communicate the genius of what he's learned from his past experiences. Much respect.
It is so refreshing to see these accomplished child to adult actors survive the industry and come out with level heads. I grew up on Raven and the Lawrence brothers. They’ve all matured so well! More of THIS!
The way ALL 3 of them light of when Joey's daughters are brought up 😭😭😭😭🥰 so beautiful!! Awesome guests 👏 👌
I hope this specific group knows, though the struggles game with their industry, they made my childhood! Thank you all!
You guys should get Mayim on the pod!!
Good call!
Raven did have some great comedy. I liked the podcast and seeing her in this setting.
I had the privilege of staying home for 18 years for my kids and went back to work a couple years ago and it’s crazy. Work ethic is a very valuable thing to have……but when you have great work ethic nowadays people literally tell/ask you “Why do you work so hard?””You’re just an overachiever” when your literally just doing your job, the job that’s expected of you. Since when did good work ethic become overachievement?
I would sink if I were in this convo with them and not have had a history as an actor. Shout out to Ravens wife for keeping up, staying in the convo and being a good sport
Joey is so proud of his daughters and rightfully so
I stumbled upon your podcast and I was SO happy. To hear you all talk about the way things are now and how you felt about talent, sitcoms and music today made this 64 year old thrilled. My question is always “where is the critical thinking today.” To know that your generation feels the same way was gold.
The brothers need their own talk show at this point!! Would love to see that happen ♥
This is much better than a talk show IMo
@@lostprophet208Yes. The conversations are more organic and real.
This is their own talk show
I equally love the Lawrence brothers, but I love how much Andy talked during this. Such an amazing episode with Raven's energy along with the Lawrence brothers' exuberant atmosphere. My mid90s baby self is definitely happy this Friday. 👐🏽
I love how Joey tells the "I wanna be batman" story every week😂 it's so Italian!❤
How is that Italian
I love that this seems more like a conversation verses just a interview. ❤❤❤
I took care of both of my grandparents for four years. it was such hard work and I feel people don’t give enough credit to caregivers and people who take care of others. Hard work is good and discipline as well that’s how we grow and I’m happiest when I’m working anyway ❤
I too am a caregiver right now. And it is so lonely.. but I won't leave my brother for anything. I have learnt alot
I always referred to that cartoon Raven mentioned as "Real Monsters". She had me stumped when she just said "Monsters" until she started talking about Krumm. Its full name was "AHHHH! Real Monsters".
Each pod gets better and better
Matt is a man after my own heart. You can see the love he has for his brothers. 29:50
I appreciate Miranda playing devil’s advocate a little bit and asking the good questions.
So far this if already an amazing episode. Sports wise, my boyfriend does the comparison. And he said there are so many professional players or up and coming players who didn’t become great because they didn’t take enough time to recover from injuries and hurt themselves permanently. He said the rest is part of the success.
The problem with the “make it or break it” attitude is that some people break.
I always thought I could do anything because I could put in the work. Until I had an actual break down/burn out. I didn’t realize it was a thing. I probably would have been homeless if I didn’t have support or savings. It gave me a real appreciation for mental health and putting health first. I couldn’t do it all and I was going to break myself or die if I kept trying. It took about 1.5 years until I could work full time again (happened around 36). I’m better, but careful not to put myself in that position again.
All just good for thought. All about finding a balance
WOW! What an entertaining show this week! Honestly, the Symone-Lawrence acting school would be fantastic! The knowledge you could share…it probably would make a cool reality show too! Great pod this week everyone ❤
I totally understand when they say the actors arent working as hard as they were before but then they described him being on an IV and then working or raven disassociating her whole working life. shouldn’t get better so children today don’t have to go through that? Ijs🤷🏾♀️
I agree. I love them with my whole, whole heart...but sometimes the things they say about working as child actors makes me 😬. A lot of that stuff and pressure back then was NOT okay to do to CHILDREN. And everytime they talk about child actors today I cringe because I'm like, "You were robbed of your childhood...you don't have to rob others of theirs." Yes, child actors have a job to do, but they are also children. I don't think it's coddling when you consider the mental and emotional health of child actors. They are already doing something most children never experience until they are older, and that's working or having a job. At least let them be kids while they're doing it. Just my opinion....🤷🏿♀️
Been waiting on this one 🔥. The Lawrence Bros and Raven, some of the true legends of our generation.
Im 41, i love Raven Symone she is so beautiful and im just proud of her.
This was my favorite episode. You 4 were my childhood. I met Andy at the natural history museum in LA in 2001 and it was the highlight of my 6th grade year hahaha. Love you guys!
What was he doing there?
It's funny they're going on and on about how the industry used to be when literally half the kid actors from their generations are a hot mess as adults. That table is literally the only ones who came out well adjusted save a couple others (Hillary duff and Christy)
It is so refreshing to hear convos like this about not coddling. Anyone learning under Raven will be well trained, it seems. Keep it up and keep these new kids working hard!! Loved Raven as a kid. Back to loving her now as an adult!
I'm alive and its extremely insane how iconic this collaboration is! ICONIC , however these men have so much work done visually to look young and remain in a time capsule, but they aren't even in their golden years we love authenticity and so Miranda still standing on her truth of never have i ever.
FYI when they were talking about neurodivergent and fidget Spinners and things like that just you should know those are created for autistic and severe ADHD. For the autistic it brings them out of their internal world into the outside world and therefore they are able to connect and be more present when you speak to them. With ADHD it gives them something to expel that internal unlimited energy and so while the one hand is messing with that they can focus their mind on what you're saying. So it's not just a way of them having something to ignore you it actually does help certain people focus. Now being neurodivergent is a thing but I think it does get used as an excuse to medicate some children that don't really need it. Like some kind if bandaid for difficult or intense children instead of parenting and support, let's medicate the problem cause that's easier. As a parent myself, I would rather talk to my kid about what the problem is and help her find solutions, instead of just take a pill. I think parents and families need to get back to acting like human beings instead of using pharma shortcuts, because to me that's irresponsible and lazy. Now I do 100% agree that there are legitimate diagnosis' and some who need medication. I just think sometimes, meds aren't the cure all. Even with meds you still should have support and understanding from family, friends, and especially parents.
I literally need 10 anxiety pills after watching these brothers do an interview. They don't let the room breathe they're fighting over who gets to say what. You can tell they were irritating Raven when she was trying to get a word in. And Joey is the worst, he makes everything about himself. Imagine watching the Lawrence brothers interviewing Kelly Clarkson oh my God.😂
I thought it was just me!! This is the 1st comment I’m seeing about this. Joey has GOT to calm down. Like chill babe it’s ok for other people to talk
I love this comment. When they had Melissa on I felt like she could barely talk herself. Like they each need to get maybe some interview training? I dont know. Like ask a question and then wait for Raven's repsonse, add your own personal take if you want to for like 5 minutes max.
Awww I love Joey & his energy ❤
I kind of like the energy. its fun and unrehearsed.
Why do you think he’s been married 3 times?
This costume halloween talk reminds me of a Brotherly Love episode where Claire wore a pink onesie, with a chair on her head. She was...Gum under a chair 😂
I just need to say, thank you for the Lawrence brothers bringing it to us each week and all the other social media things they do it’s so much to give to us and I appreciate you 3 so much and till this day all of you are my childhood. And I am fascinated they Andy and Raven went to school together! This is a gem to have Raven and her wife Miranda Maday what a treat for us! And all things you guys are saying it’s mind blowing but so relatable. Love you all! ❌⭕️💜💜💜
I think it was Andy and Miranda?
I feel like Raven hasn’t even begun to hit her stride. I don’t know. I just have a feeling she is gonna blow all our minds.
I feel the same way! ❤
It’s good that much accountability is being held for the exploitation of child laboring in Hollywood. You guys had it rough back in those days. The Lawrence brothers are an example of having integrity, humility, & not sell out for every check being thrown in contracts. You guys deserve much abundance from God for staying grounded❤
The Raven-Symone’?! Oh y’all are real ones for this! You guys just keep making the lil me inside cry tears of joy and I am so grateful 😩🫶🏽😍
One Margarita was literally written on a whim on a podcast by an amazing woman and it exploded. She's done an amazing thing.
That lady (Angel Tanksley) also has a bachelors in theatre and a MFA and has an extensive acting/singing career. She also has been a RUclips influencer for years. She knows the entertainment industry is my point.
Angel Laketa Moore Tanksley, The Raptress!!! ❤ My favorite podcast is HTT 🙂
@@vvela004 this. Angel has paid her dues.
These freaking shows just keep getting better. 😅😩
Its been 6 months!! I think its time for another Raven and Miranda interview
Without Miranda
Great episode!
The only thing I’ll say is the mindset should move a little bit more…. Essential jobs and people are always needed. The difference is willingness to work for below poverty wages.
Working for $12-17/hour isn’t nearly enough and that’s sadly what most jobs are paying…
I don’t think jobs are below people anymore, I think it’s that wages have stayed nearly the same and everything else is raising in price..
Company profits need redirected into employees pay little bit more than it has the past 50 years
Wow. The oldest brother just takes over the conversations. I'm over 5 minutes in and no one has been able to talk about anything because he doesn't stop to listen.
Sometimes people gotta realize when that happens...
This episode was a treat. It was really great to see you guys all laughing and having a good time. I am taking notes because I do Roundtables on my podcast.
I loved this so much! Raven was my role model as a kid, so hearing from her and her wife made my day! Thanks for the great episode! ❤
“My father is vice president of Warner brothers” 🤣🤣🤣
What’s funny?
So basically an hour of celebrities complaining about mental health being fake basically while Raven and Miranda preach mental health on their own podcast? I'm only 7 minutes in and I can't even finish. Sorry ya'll grew up during a time no one cared about you but you don't need to knock how we take it serious NOW...
I don't think they are aware of how much harm the way they treated as kids was done to them. I may have to stop listening/watching this podcast because....yikes😬 the podcast started out fun and light but have morfed into a "get off my lawn" thing.
This is one of the BEST parts of Friday for me!
Every episode that the Lawerance brothers do it turns out really incredible!! My family really enjoyed this episode with Raven and Miranda. I’m always so amazed how the topics they talk about it’s so true and understanding it’s always straight to the point and so right on point 💯 thank you guys for doing this podcast and I’m so incredibly thankful for you all. What an wonderful Friday ❤
Although its a pretty poorly conducted interview, I loved the moment Raven actually had to speak about her experience. Similar to a lot of others in the comments, I don't agree that just because they "had it rough" growing up in the industry that everyone should be treated how they were as kids. SO FEW child actors from the 80s/90s are still in the industry (some fell down a dark path and are no longer with us). I also don't agree in folks being coddled, not putting in effort, and not holding up their end of commitments because at the end of the day it shows in the quality of the content if the actors weren't diligent in preparing for their role. It has to be a balance.
They’re clearly traumatized about the way that industry treated them, yet they’re mad because industry is getting better and treating people better?
I thought it was just me who noticed
Yep. It was so disheartening to hear. Just because they had it rough doesn’t mean todays generation should as well. We should all things to be better with each passing day for the next generations.
He was connected to an IV and still has to work 😢😢. Raven didn't know she had the option to decline something due to fear of being blackballed basically 😢😢
They need more support it seems and programs set up where they can navigate through fame successfully. Fame seem to be more of curse than a blessing
Makes me wonder how many of their childhood actor friends they got to see struggle with addiction or depression. How many struggle to this day with so many things. Sounding bitter towards treating kids like kids is not a great look. Not every kid was able to have a support system to keep he/her out of trouble.
SO good! Fun to listen to and watch! Great chemistry. Would love to see you guys work with Raven 😮😃👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 I think a sitcom with you 4 would be AMAZING!!
Absolutely the best episode yet!! I've never felt so happy to watch RUclips since u guys started a podcast❤ lots of genuine laughter and happiness. Love it!
The crosstalk is awesome! Watched all of them grow up on TV ❤
oh my 1980s 😮 look at my little baby sister in my head Raven ❤ This is such a treat and great to see her happy with her partner
You guys are a nice balance of ballsy and wholesome. I really do appreciate it.
Great show. Love Raven. Thanks Lawrence brothers for having her and her wife on
I just love the Entertainment tonight story, never gets old.
This episode is amazing, one of many reasons why this podcast is the best! Loved listening to it. Can’t wait to watch it.
I think people forget how naturally funny Raven is. Girl has made me laugh in every SINGLE interaction I’ve ever watched of hers. Scripted and unscripted.
Not Raven throwing shade at the other kid actors on Ravens Home
On god, that was petty ngl. It’s screaming favoritism
I really appreciated this whole conversation. Thanks for representing "old Hollywood". 😂 Your perspectives on how the industry is changing is really interesting. Love episodes like this.
Love this show. Had a stressful crazy day at work, and thank god for this show. You guys make me smile and laugh during my lunch hour, and then I'm able to get through the rest of the day.
Absolutely LOVED this!!! THIS is what we need to see with Raven and the Beothers. RA-VEN, RA-VEN!! I appreciate everyone including Raven's wife, Miranda. It made for a slightly challenging smooth chat bc its life having a High School reunion with your spouse there who doesnt know any of that time period and like 😶 and so it kind of changes the conversation or atmosphere. BUT everyone did a great job listening and including.
What I'd like to see is Miranda be interviewed SOLO so the audience can get to know HER. Right now shes just a package deal with Raven. If shes going to be tagging along for things the fans only know Raven for and only are interested in Raven, as a HUGE Raven fan I truly would like to learn more about Miranda so she's part of the experience instead of just "there" and the audience is 😳🤔.
Absolutely love this podcast!!! Wake up every Friday looking forward to watching y’all on RUclips, and joy fullness, so education, so funny amusing just love it keep it up. I wish y’all could do more than once a week. ❤❤❤
This podcast, especially this episode, brings back so many heartwarming wholesome childhood memories for me and I'm so glad I grew up with you guys on my television screen. Thank you for making my childhood so memorable! ♥ Love you guys and love this podcast!
I can’t help but smile every time I watch an episode. It’s just feel good vibes ❤
Raven is wonderful to listen to! Refreshing perspectives, honest and so relatable. I loved the interaction between the Lawrence brothers and Raven…you can feel there’s natural chemistry that comes from having shared career experiences.
Another outstanding podcast- love you guys and the guests you have on your show. Truly amazing, intelligent, genuine individuals. I look forward to more episodes!!
Ok yes, I’ve seen every pod, but this is my new favorite!! I didn’t want it to end! ❤
Great show! Great guests! Raven is wonderful.
Was this an interview of Joey Lawrence? Because it sure seemed like it. Raven could hardly get a word in. LOL
Love the nostalgia when you bring on guests from the same era as you! The '90s were the best!
Thank you all for this interview. Huge fan of all of you guys. I really needed this today 🤙🏾
MY CHILDHOOD COMING TOGETHER I LOVE IT 😭😭💗💗👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
In this episode you enjoy using the word “literally”. I do not think that word means what you think it means.
But I’ll keep coming back for more. These are good dudes.
This is my favorite episode and I haven’t even finished watching 😂 the nostalgia ❤
i saw raven as a comedian. she always made me laugh but than again the raven show cast was hilarious too. love that show. and also the way shes dressed now reminds me of that episode when she was dressed as a plumber LOL peace and love.
You guys should do fan interviews every once in a while. Idk I just somehow want to be apart of you guys energy 😅
It's also giving a lot of "back in my day" like....younger people shouldn't be mandated to suffer as much as you did. Like you can endure trauma and normalize it so much that you don't recognize it.
Already listened this morning at work! Such a good episode
I’m not in the industry but was raised with strong work ethics .I broke two of the large bones in my arm on April fools 2020 about 12:30 am .Worked 6-8:30 and was back at 3pm.
I could listen to you guys talk forever. You guys were my time and I love watching all of you grow up. Not realizing I did too!!
Yes!!!, same !!👏🏼👏🏼😼😃
What a total treat! Raven and Miranda and the Lawerence Brothers...pure fun!
I've loved Raven since The Cosby Show. Such a beautiful lady ❤ great show fellas ❤
You guys are hilarious!!!
This podcast has become one of my new favorites.
..the nostalgia, story telling, laughing, jokes n brotherly love.
Lots of positive energy. Awesome idea to bring the band back together!
@58:27 Andy "so margaritas, huh? 😝" loved this whole podcast and I love seeing Raven happy!!!
PodCo....you all are doing God's Work! These podcast with these actor's are ESSENTIAL!!! The so called have nots are finally being shown that they are and never were alone.
Bring back Raven! Shes brilliant and onpoint with her experiences and observations!
First: idk what they're talking about. ANDY, not only are you STILL cute, you're handsome. I wanted to give you a hug so badly. If we were on the same coast, I would cross my fingers every day just to bump into you.
Secondly: I now look forward to Fridays just so I can see the Pod Da Pod. Thank you for all your hard work putting this together.
Matt has the best laugh😂