- 19
- Episodes
- 17
- Ratings
- Weekly
- Cadence
- 2023
- First episode
- 103K
- YouTube views
About Holly Would
My name is Holly, and I write true stories about my life in Hollywood. On this podcast, I talk to friends and acquaintances about their true Hollywood stories. We discuss celebrities, dating, synchronicities, show-business, and more! hollywould.substack.com (https://hollywould.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast)
- Publisher
- HollyWould by Holly Solem
- Category
- society & culture · society & culture
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- Yes
- First episode
- 5 Sept 2023
- Latest episode
- 26 Feb 2026
Latest episodes
19 episodes in the feed.
26 Feb 2026
Holly and Jasmine catchup
Jasmine Lobe (https://substack.com/profile/5292098-jasmine-lobe) and I hadn’t seen each other in a while and figured that since we both write about our personal lives, we may as well catch up live, for your viewing pleasure. We spilled on how writing so intimately affects us and those around us, in our… well… personal lives. I may have also told the tale of when I sold pictures of my stockinged feet. Get full access to HollyWould at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
9 Dec 2025
Holly and Carré Girl Fight - LIVE
I love Queen Kwong (https://substack.com/profile/129033981-queen-kwong)! Watch us point out one another’s faults and disagree about almost everything. Everything except for our love for one another. I’m so tired of pimping myself out for your $6/month. Please just subscribe, okay? I got a book to sell (publishers want to see #s) and a big old mouth to feed. xx Get full access to HollyWould at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
29 Oct 2025
What’s really going on in women’s DMs!
If you missed it, here is the recording of Jasmine and I dishing about our DMs! Get full access to HollyWould at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
20 Oct 2025
Kim K's New Panties
In case you missed our live, Liz and I discussed the underwear that Skims just released and what they might mean for the evolution of beauty standards. We also talked to Quasim about making protests fun! Which they should be, because everything in life should be fun. Speaking of, how was your No Kings Day? What were your favorite signs? Thank you Patricia Lafond Valade (https://substack.com/profile/722517-patricia-lafond-valade), Education is a lamp (https://substack.com/profile/379513971-education-is-a-lamp), Mason/She/Her🩷💜💙 (https://substack.com/profile/356845797-masonsheher), Ralph Carabetta (https://substack.com/profile/75079037-ralph-carabetta), Robert DeBell (https://substack.com/profile/141547459-robert-debell), and many others for tuning into my live video with Liz Plank (https://substack.com/profile/14317462-liz-plank) and Qasim Rashid, Esq. (https://substack.com/profile/26821923-qasim-rashid-esq)! Join me for my next live video in the app. Get full access to HollyWould at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
30 Aug 2025
Girl on Girl: Holly & Jasmine Lobe
This week pulled every rug out from under me, tore the roof off my ceiling, flipped me upside down, spanked me in a non sexual way and then spanked me again in a sexual way. Not literally. It wasn’t that fun, and it didn’t even take me out for dinner. But my head is spinning from distractions and everything I wrote about it left me feeling insincere and insecure. This though… this is sincere, as girl talk usually is. Jasmine Lobe (https://substack.com/@jasminelobe) is my internet friend, meaning we met online and became mutual fans of one another. She is a former sex columnist for the New York Observer and a model/actress, so obviously we have much in common. We are also both blonde, and smart, so yeah, basically twins. I can’t remember exactly what was discussed and will probably perish if I make myself watch myself. I do have vague recollections of copious sex talk, some stuff about women farting and shitting, and the terror of memoir writing. Those may sound like separate topics but they’re actually all the same thing. I will leave you with a teaser of what I am writing and will likely release next week: It’s a dating story. It includes a Molly mishap. You’ll definitely want to stay tuned. Paid subscribers get more access. To my archives, to my paid subscriber chat, and to my heart. Thank you for tuning into my live video with Jasmine Lobe (https://substack.com/profile/5292098-jasmine-lobe)! Don’t forget to subscribe to her substack! Join me for my next live video in the app. Get full access to HollyWould at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
1 Jul 2025
The Holly and Jerry (Stahl) Show
Host Holly Wood and Jerry Stahl discuss their shared experience writing for Playgirl magazine and the nuances of cringe versus squirm in this interview episode.
30 Oct 2024
HollyWould Know: Should I Confront My Wife About Her Drinking?
Thanks for tuning in to another episode of the HollyWould podcast. I’m hungry for your questions, so please email me at hollywould@substack.com. Or DM here, on Substack . Or DM on my instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hollymsolem/). HollyWould is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Don’t forget to subscribe, comment, leave reviews, and hit that little “like” heart, pretty please. Get full access to HollyWould at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
17 Oct 2024
HollyWould: International Dating Disaster
Listen to/watch this episode to find out which part of my body gets broken on what should have been a romantic getaway to London, England. Is it my heart? Is it my brain? Something else? Today’s story is about me and once you hear it, you’ll be glad it wasn’t you. But I do love hearing your stories. Send your questions to hollywould@substack.com and maybe I’ll have an answer. Maybe I’ll make one up. Maybe it will lead to an interesting discussion. Please share, follow, rate, comment, like, upgrade, email, or simply carry on with your life as if none of this ever happened. HollyWould is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to HollyWould at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
10 Oct 2024
HollyWould Know
Disclaimer: I filmed this with wet hair. In today’s episode, I answered a few emails about returning to dating after undergoing great change, as well as a question on a subject I knew nothing about. Which was exciting, as I got to learn something new. I love learning and I love hearing from you. Send your questions to hollywould@substack.com and maybe I’ll have an answer. Maybe I’ll make one up. Maybe it will lead to an interesting discussion. Please share, follow, rate, comment, like, upgrade, email, or simply carry on with your life as if none of this ever happened. HollyWould is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Follow me on Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/hollymsolem/) Get full access to HollyWould at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
24 Sept 2024
What Would Holly Do?
Email your questions to hollywould@substack.com. Can't wait to hear from you all! Subscribe to the HollyWould Substack (http://hollywould.substack.com) for Saturday essays, and for video of this podcast episode. Follow me on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hollymsolem/) too! And please don't forget to download, share, rate and review! Get full access to HollyWould at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
17 May 2024
Episode #9: Holly's Revenge: how getting dumped for an A list celebrity helped me find my own light.
Many of you have read my viral Huffington Post personal essay (https://www.huffpost.com/entry/boyfriend-dumped-celebrity-revenge_n_65390eb6e4b0783c4b9f526d), but there is a bigger, more nuanced story behind the story. In this episode, I dig into the finer details of the twisty, serendipitous situation - revealing yet untold bombshell admissions. I intended on discussing the controversy around the weirdly polarizing piece but then we had some unexpected shit go down in the studio where we record, and had to cut it short. Shall we do a part two? Let us know! Also, please comment, follow, subscribe, leave reviews, download, and share, share, share because it really helps us and we love hearing from you! The HollyWould podcast is produced by Cristiana Ladki-Williams and filmed in Hollywood, California. It is the lovely Cristiana’s voice that chimes in to ask the occasional question. Theme song: "F'd Up and Dance" by Neon Cowgirl Listen to the podcast on: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/holly-would/id1712216627), Watch on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/3VEikqrjpWfnrOBmjdQ5wG?si=7f4c1f599cfb4050), or watch on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakaWrOcKIbmef1MshdIQWw)! Subscribe for new stories every Saturday! Follow Holly on the gram (https://www.instagram.com/hollymsolem/) Follow Holly on TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@hollymsolem) and the podcast TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@thisishollywould?lang=en) Get full access to HollyWould at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
10 Apr 2024
Episode #8: Adela Lavine - Intuitive & Medium
Spiritual awakening or psychosis? I’ve definitely asked myself this question at points in my life. According to Adela, intuition and an ability to communicate with other realms is simply a science we don’t yet understand. Adela’s gifts are strong and she’s spent over twenty-two years honing them through tests, confirmations and otherworldly guidance. Her readings are surprisingly grounded - connecting us to loved ones who’ve passed, and guiding us through life’s ever changing tides (she believes in free will). Adela has a popular YouTube channel, a book on Amazon, she hosts The House Medium podcast, and even teaches courses on tapping into your own intuition and mediumship skills. And while she’s focused on helping others, her origin story is fascinating and reminiscent of a Disney princess - if that princess spent her teens partying in Hollywood and got her start as a psychic/medium while slinging coffee at the Starbucks on Ventura and Laurel Canyon in Studio City. Finally, you’ll get to see Adela in action as she gives me a crazy accurate reading, maybe even revealing some of my innermost fears… After our chat, Adela texted to let me know David Bowie came on the radio as she was driving home. Watch the entire episode to find out why this is so magical and relevant! Don’t forget to book a reading with Adela, and please DO NOT forget to like, comment, download, subscribe, and leave reviews for HollyWould! Adela’s links: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/adelalavine/), Linktree (https://linktr.ee/AdelaLavine), Adelalavine.com (http://Adelalavine.com) Holly’s links: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hollymsolem/), TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@hollymsolem), Substack (https://hollywould.substack.com) The HollyWould Podcast is produced by Cristiana Ladki-Williams and filmed in Hollywood, California. Don’t forget to subscribe ! Get full access to HollyWould at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
7 Mar 2024
Episode #7: Holly Would Confessional: Holly flies solo, sharing her story of addiction, hitting bottom, and the road to recovery. [VIDEO]
This is a first. Both doing a solo episode, AND telling this particular story. I’ve dropped bits, scenes, moments, and alluded to, but never in my life, in any place public or private have I sat down and simply laid it all out - I was a teenage runaway. I was kidnapped at twenty. I escaped, moved to LA and rode the tidal wave of Hollywood’s music and entertainment-biz, while sinking into the drugs and alcohol I nearly drowned in. It was as exciting as it was harrowing. And now, I’m spilling it all - as well as how I recovered, found sanity, and became the person that can share this tale from a healthy, happy and very, very grateful place. The HollyWould podcast is produced by Cristiana Ladki-Williams and filmed in Hollywood, California. It is the lovely Cristiana’s voice that chimes in to ask the occasional question. Theme song: "F'd Up and Dance" by Neon Cowgirl Listen to the podcast on: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/holly-would/id1712216627), Watch on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/3VEikqrjpWfnrOBmjdQ5wG?si=7f4c1f599cfb4050), or watch on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakaWrOcKIbmef1MshdIQWw)! Holly is wearing a kimono by: Celia Dragouni (https://www.instagram.com/celia_dragouni/) Follow Holly on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hollymsolem/)! Follow Holly on TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@hollymsolem) and the podcast TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@thisishollywould?lang=en) Don’t forget to subscribe for Saturday stories! Get full access to Holly Would at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
15 Feb 2024
Episode #6: Justin Warfield of She Wants Revenge
Justin Warfield hates talking about Hollywood and himself. Yet, against all odds we managed to have an incredibly satisfying conversation about growing up here in LA, dads in the music industry, his path to becoming the front man of She Wants Revenge, and what fame and success can look and feel like if you have a good head on your shoulders. Find out where Justin’s head is these days, and what we can look forward to, right here on the HollyWould Podcast! The HollyWould podcast is produced by Cristiana Ladki-Williams and filmed in Hollywood, California. Theme song: "F'd Up and Dance" by Neon Cowgirl Follow Justin Warfield on Instagram: here! (https://www.instagram.com/justinwarfield/) Follow his band, She Wants Revenge: here! (https://www.instagram.com/shewantsrevenge/) Follow Holly’s insta: right here! (https://www.instagram.com/hollymsolem/) and on TikTok: heeeere (https://www.tiktok.com/@hollymsolem) and: here too! (https://www.tiktok.com/@thisishollywould?lang=en) HollyWould is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Holly Would at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
15 Jan 2024
Episode #5: Samuel Larsen
Samuel Larsen is a musician, singer-songwriter, actor, and model, best known for his work on Glee. Recently, on social media, he’s been sharing openly about his sobriety journey, which spawned an idea in my mind to get him on here to talk about it. Samuel and I discuss fame - having it, losing it, and getting smack-down humbled, as well as drinking problems, love and sex addiction, dating, and a whole lot of recovery. The HollyWould podcast is produced by Cristiana Ladki-Williams and filmed in Hollywood, California. Theme song: "F'd Up and Dance" by Neon Cowgirl Follow: Samuel's Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/samuellarsen/) Follow: Holly's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hollymsolem/)! Follow: Holly's Substack! (http://hollywould.substack.com) Subscribe to receive all my posts right in your inbox! Get full access to Holly Would at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
12 Dec 2023
Episode #4: Cristiana Ladki-Williams: "Bad Girls" become amazing women!
Cristiana Ladki-Williams is the producer of our show as well as a mega-boss-babe-producer in the world at large. She is also one of my best friends, and the stories of her wild child days (some of which I was present for) never cease to blow my mind. As usual, there are rockstars galore in our lively discussion, as well as some life lessons - delivered with lots of laughs from a woman who knows. The HollyWould podcast is produced by Cristiana Ladki-Williams and filmed in Hollywood, California. Theme song: "F'd Up and Dance" by Neon Cowgirl Follow Holly on Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/hollymsolem/) TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@hollymsolem) Subscribe to HollyWould for all the good-good, right in your inbox! Get full access to Holly Would at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
14 Nov 2023
Episode #3: Queen Kwong!
Carré Kwong Callaway is a musician, songwriter, performer, director, writer and all around artist. She is also my good friend! On this episode we discuss the music industry, being women in the industry, rockstars with fragile egos, bad jobs and more! Follow Queen Kwong: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/queenkwong/) Twitter (https://twitter.com/QueenKwong) TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@queenkwong) Follow Holly’s instagram: here (https://www.instagram.com/hollymsolem/) The HollyWould Podcast is produced by Cristiana Ladki-Williams and filmed in Hollywood, California at WTF Media. Theme song: “F’d Up and Dance” by Neon Cowgirl Subscribe to HollyWould and all posts will come right to your inbox! Get full access to Holly Would at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
17 Oct 2023
Episode #2: Celebrity Chef Anne Thornton
Watch it with your eyeballs here: Anne Thornton is a chef, writer, performer, entrepreneur, and an overall superstar. On this episode Holly and Anne discuss the woo-woo, sobriety, “California Sober”, and getting cancelled! Anne Goes deep, gets vulnerable, and drops some hard earned wisdom. Cristiana and I were inspired by Anne and her integrity and I bet you will be too! (For those listening on audio only, there are a couple weird pauses where Cristiana is asking questions. We left them in as they’re good ones. Next time we will give her a mic!) Follow Anne! Anne's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/chefannethornton/) Cook Unity: Cook Unity! (https://www.cookunity.com) https://www.cookunity.com Follow Holly! Holly's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hollymsolem/) The HollyWould Podcast is produced by Cristiana Ladki-Williams and filmed in Hollywood, California at WTF Media. Theme song: “F’d Up and Dance” by Neon Cowgirl Subscribe to HollyWould for free Saturday posts and once monthly podcasts, right in your email inbox. Upgrade to paid for top secret mid-week posts (coming soon). Get full access to Holly Would at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
5 Sept 2023
Episode #1: Tim Nordwind of Ok Go: Enrique (Iglesias)! Come find me!
Produced by Cristiana Ladki Williams, and filmed right here in HollyWould, California. This is our first ever HollyWould podcast episode, and I want to thank Cristiana for being my friend and producer, and Tim for being my friend and our first guest. We’ll be back with another episode in October. And in the meantime, I post a wild and salacious, totally true, personal essay every Saturday, so don’t forget to subscribe!!! HollyWould is a party. A velvet-rope-door-guy kinda party and you are invited. Consider becoming a free or paid subscriber, otherwise you may miss something, and FOMO will ensue. FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM! (https://www.instagram.com/hollymsolem/) Get full access to Holly Would at hollywould.substack.com/subscribe (https://hollywould.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
Reach and audience
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- YouTube views
- 103,219
- Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
- Apple Podcasts (US)
- 4.7 / 5
- 12 ratings
- Spotify
- 5.0 / 5
- 5 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 40 / 100
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- Quality
- 19
- Social presence
- 0
- YouTube
- 82
- Engagement
- 71
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