Chelsea and Kevin sit down with author, actor, and host, Lily Clayton Hansen to talk about what human interaction means to us, why it’s vital that we maintain face to face contact, and how getting curious about each of our interactions with others can bring us joy, closeless, and help move us away from loneliness. This and so much more in today’s episode!

More about Lily:

Lily Clayton Hansen is a three-time author, actor, and TEDx speaker with over a decade of experience as a multimedia storyteller. In her career, the writer who is known for her biographical niche has written a best-selling book about the people of Nashville. Word of Mouth: Nashville Conversations has been called one of the best books ever written about the city for its authenticity and originality. The book attracted collaborations with institutions such as Vanderbilt University and the Nashville International Airport, both of whom hosted yearlong exhibitions and event series around Hansen's work. Hansen has also been commissioned to write hundreds of biographies for global corporations and to create and publish books to commemorate special occasions, such as the groundbreaking Fifty Voices to commemorate HCA Healthcare's golden jubilee. In 2019, she spoke about her interviewing process and ability to connect with anyone under the sun, from household name celebrities and CEOs to artists, refugees, and victims of homelessness, in a TEDx talk. "Talking to STrangers is my Self-Care" was voted one of the most popular talks at the event for its simple yet powerful message: treat others with kindness, dignity, and respect and get to the core of who they are. Hansen loves little more than having heartfelt conversations and capturing others in their best light.

When she isn't writing, Hansen is working on her next film project as an actor, producer, and screenwriter. Her last short "Snowflake," about a social media influencer who suffers from a breakdown because of too much focus on herself, won Hansen the Best Performance award at an international film festival. Her acting style has been called gritty, raw, and naturalistic.

Instagram: @lilychansen

Website: biographyexpert.com