This week, Tommy is joined by actor and director Tyler James Williams, best known for his Emmy-winning role as Gregory Eddie on ABC’s Abbott Elementary. From his early start as a child actor to becoming one of the most respected performers on television today, Tyler has built a career defined by discipline, range, and creative intention. Now, with season five of Abbott Elementary underway, he continues to expand his impact both on-screen and behind the camera.

Tyler opens up about his approach to longevity in Hollywood, the lessons he learned growing up in the industry, and the boundaries he’s set to protect his personal life. He also dives into Gregory Eddie—how the character has evolved, why subtlety is key to the role, and how Abbott Elementary continues to resonate with audiences in unexpected, real-world ways. Plus, Tyler reflects on his transition into directing, the challenges of helming one of the show’s most ambitious episodes, and why staying creatively fulfilled matters more to him now than ever before.

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It's a new year and we're all looking to step up our game. So let's revisit a look at beauty in the past. We’ll do anything to look fabulous these days . . but we have nothing on our ancestors. They used face creams made from animal and human pee. They glued animal pelts on unusual body parts. And they literally poisoned themselves in their quest for perfect skin and hair.
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From the calming magic of “cat TV” to why carrying a water bottle actually changes your life, the room shares their latest obsessions and hacks. Plus, the secret to winning with airlines, brands, and customer service—escalate or go social.

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Dan Harris breaks down why anxiety is at an all-time high—from doom-scrolling to manipulative algorithms—and why it’s not just in your head. He shares simple, science-backed ways to feel calmer, more connected, and more in control.

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Dan Harris breaks down why anxiety is at an all-time high—from doom-scrolling to manipulative algorithms—and why it’s not just in your head. He shares simple, science-backed ways to feel calmer, more connected, and more in control.

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Thanks to Seklab NYC, we were told which colors look best on us. Seklab informs us on how anyone can tell which hair colors, jewelry, and clothing suit them best.

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