Our Daughter Was Invited to Work In Hollywood: The Disturbing Dark Side of Kids in Entertainment 

Hollywood and the music industry unfortunately are the last places you want yourself or children to be. You absolutely did the right thing by keeping your children away from that hellhole.

MELISSA…..NEVER FLAT IRON YOUR HAIR AGAIN!!!! It looks FABULOUS-HEALTHY-GORGEOUS!!! Nevaeh, you “did yo momma good, gurl!” 😃 Mother-Daughter podcast was fun! Good job, you two!

Love the mother daughter talk. Keep your curly hair, I like it.

You made the right decision on not letting her do it. Look how messed up the young artist are from the crap they went through. Many of them were abused and are still dealing with it today

I just want to say to Nevaeh that it is very refreshing to listen to such a mature sensible 17 year old .... love this mother daughter chat 🥰

I do private security and executive protection and I refuse to work with celebrities.

College today is a scam, consider picking up a trade. Electrician, welder, plumber, carpenter, beautician, etc, etc. Faster path to making money.

Smart Mom! Never stop protecting your children even when they are old.

I'm just thrilled that you two are AWAKE ! You don't sound crazy, you sound informed, and I'm glad to know that y'all know this stuff, too. I've been learning it for years, and most people I know personally don't have a clue.

I was born in 1955 and was born with curly hair. I’m Caucasian of European descent with 12% Choctaw from my Dad’s side. Hogwash that curly hair belongs to one race only. People need to hold on to their horses snd calm the heck down! You’re both beautiful ladies. Don’t listen to so called “woke” people. Sending love snd blessings. ❤️🙏🏼

Nevaeh you are wise beyond your years. You seem to be a deep thinker with so much maturity. I admire your strength in being able to stick up for your beliefs.

When exposing evil, make sure and put your spiritual armor on. Praying for your protection as a family. ❤

I was with a friend at her cousins in Hollywood and then he said he had to go to his managers and we should should come with him. We were in his managers office for just 5 or 6 min when I could fell this evil energy making me so uncomfortable, My mind kept telling me to leave now. I looked at my friend and her eyes said the same thing just as her cousin said , You guys want to go with me to an opening tonight? She said, "Oh we are already late getting back home even if we leave now!" So we left and half way there we both sighed a big relief. It is real!

Melissa keep the curls! So pretty

Are you serious?People are very ignorant.I'm puerto rican and my hair is very curly🤦🏻‍♀️

I love your natural curls. As an hairdresser from the past your hair looks so much healthier in its natural state. I don't want to sound mean you are beautiful with both straight hair and curly hair but the natural curls make you look younger, healthier, and refreshed.

I love your beautiful curly hair. I wear my natural curly hair everyday, I stopped trying to change it and just let it be. Letting kids move on is hard but your children are all good, smart kids. They will do well. I have an RN, a Phlebotomist (who used to be an F16 Electrician), and my son is a Heavy Deisel Mechanic. They have all done well, and I'm so happy with them (all married with kids). It's good you have an apartment for your children to transition to adulthood smoothly...it will be very helpful. ❤❤❤❤❤❤ Have a wonderful day..ladies. 🌿🌷

STAY AWAY FROM HOLLYWOOD ABSOLUTELY A NO GO HORRIBLE PLACE EVERYONE IS SPEAKING OUT ABOUT THE HORRIBLE THINGS 😢

My son is as white as me. He has had gorgeous blonde curls since he had hair. He is now 22 and he has a head full of natural spirals. Curls are not isolated to black people. As far as “ cultural appropriation” - why do I see so many people of color with blonde, red or straight long waves? That’s not “ cultural appropriation “? Maybe let’s dress and wear our hair however we want and work on our character instead.

My husband and I owned a plumbing company and my second to the youngest son got a scholarship for engineering to Kansas State University. My husband and I talked him into quitting school and joining us in the plumbing company. I think something along the lines of 10% use their college degrees and then come out of college owing upwards of $50,000 before starting as an adult. College certainly is not what it used to be. Also, when you think about what they’re teaching our young minds… It’s frightening. Funny story: the same son came home from his second semester in college and said, “mom, do you know that desk you’re sitting at is there only because you perceive it’s there? So I asked him, so you mean if I take the leg off of this desk and hit you upside the head with it, the lump on your head will only be there because you perceive it’s there? 😂😂😂 The trades are where it’s at. You will always have a job. This same son eventually purchased our plumbing company and is doing very well.

Melissa, your hair looks so good and healthy with your natural curls. Throw the flat iron away.

It's clear her hair is natural! Melissa looks gorgeous with her natural hair. I think it's wonderful that you two chose not to put her in that community. I was approved several times over my son and daughter when they were little. Gerber was one of them but I couldn't do it. I worried that I wasn't giving them the opportunity but my heart said No, I had to protect them because they literally looked at my children like a possession or commodity. One thing I've noticed is that Neva has a good sense of 'Self' and discernment. Neva is not crazy over TS but wise!

The hair softens your look. It is beautiful.

Melissa, you and Jeremy have given your children a good foundation that they will carry along with them always. They grow up and learn that Adulting is HARD! Just because Neveah is turning 18 doesn't mean she no longer needs you, she's a smart young lady and knows that her parents will always be there with the wisdom and advise she needs. Yes, we loosen the reigns and give them space as they become adults, but we've done the growing up thing and found it wasn't the piece of cake we thought it would be as kids. As long as you have instilled an open dialog about any and everything, she will come to you. Some days, she will need to feel independent and others she will crave that comfort that only parents can give. She will fly away one day and you will worry, but she is your daughter, made from the same cloth with the same values. After all, where did she learn how to be gracious, kind, helpful, loving, understanding.... you and her Dad. Always always always give your fears to God and pray as you've never done in your life! Nevaeh, Sweetheart, NEVER hesitate to be upfront and honest with your parents when you feel overwhelmed and afraid of whatever you are up against. Honey, life ain't no joke and it's not easy finding your way. But you will and you will be so amazing! Always remember who gave you life and never forget the teaching they gave you. Be true to God and your life will follow the path it should be. Let God lead you and don't forget to bring mom and dad along for the good stuff. Give God the hard stuff, He will walk you through it. I love this family so much and have been watching you since you moved to Idaho. Not everyone has a family like yours. I will be praying for you all as your children grow and life begins to feel differently.

I entered my in a picture contest when she was a baby, I made all kinds of these cute outfits and had her all fixed up for her appointment here in our town! She was so cute barely a year old She sat there getting her picture taken like she was a professional. They couldn't believe how she did there at the studio!!! She won the contest!! We were so happy!!!! Then they said take her to Hollywood!!! When they said that , I did not like the feeling, I was getting!! They were from Hollywood, I told them no, My family is not going to Hollywood, and ruin my family!!! We are so glad we did not go there!!!! Because from what I have heard so far, it might have not turned out well!!!! Be smart and I know you well, tell her it is a very bad idea, and she well find out a lot soon!!!! That you are right!!!!!!! Love watching every one of your Videos. I just don't comment very much!!!!! Love your family very much!!!!!!!

I had to stop and make a comment before I watched the whole video… Melissa, you are gorgeous with curly hair, and Nevaeh is just as beautiful! I am in shock that there are people out there making what seems to be racist comments about your natural curls! I am part Italian, and also have kinky hair when I don’t blow and straighten it.. but the problem with my curls is that some of it is hidden by the top layer of my hair, which doesn’t want to curl because of years of highlights/color and ironing it🤣 I also favor my straightened hair :) I really enjoyed this conversation- it’s so neat to see a mom and daughter get along so well- I can see the love and respect. God bless you!💖🥰

Keep curly hair. This is a very special child you are raising.

I really enjoyed this conversation! You did the right thing not letting your young child go to Hollywood! It is a very bad place! Too many predators! I think young adults should still listen to their parents who have their best interest at heart and who have more wisdom at this time. If you ever go and visit there, protect your drink! I thought of all the same names you mentioned whose lives have been adversely affected by working there way too young. I remember Amanda Bynes as a young teenager saying that she would never go crazy like so-and-so... And then she was way worse!

Loved the Mother-Daughter podcast, it was fun, thank you both !!😊💜

It is wonderful to see parents that still care so much about their children. Hats off to you and your husband. So much respect, especially in this day and age. Love your programs and hope there will still be lots to come. Respect here from South Africa.

Melissa your hair is so much prettier curly and it doesn’t make your face so thin! Beautiful Momma/daughter 💕

Melissa your hair looks great I love curls. I have some natural waves but I get perms to keep my hair curly.

Melissa and Neveah you both have amazing Hair and The decision to keep her from Hollywood is a huge choice for all the good reason!! That part of California has been a big disappointment over the years and the pure truth about it is really starting to make its way into the world of Reality!! A great topic and the way you both handled this discussion is phenomenal have a Wonderful Wednesday NWOS and the entire Souza Family Melissa and Jeremy, Neveah and Kamani, Kira and Eli and of course Kenji. From Regina Saskatchewan Canada 🇨🇦 🇨🇦🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🌹💯🙏🏻🥰🥰

Melissa and Nevaeh your honesty and heartfelt conversation is spot on and timely! I am one viewer that has always enjoyed Nevaeh’s singing gift and wished she had continued singing YT intro and filler. Between piano, guitar and vocals she could have a NICE gig there!

I always had naturally curly hair, however,after chemo my hair is no longer curly. I miss it. As a kid in the early 50s, my mother was approached also. Too many things have happened in Hollywood that negatively affected these young kids. Chicago has issues also. You have to be alert.

love the mother daughter conversation 💖

I watched a great interview with Donny Osmond, a person that reached the highest point of fame as a teenager, who was asked by Piers Morgan, the interviewer, that if he could , would he do it all over again. His answer was an emphatic 'NO'. He said that if he could go back to playing in the sandbox as a 3 1/2 year old and give up a whole life-time of fame, that would be his choice. And given that his parents kept the sex, alcohol and drugs away from their boys, it gave a deep insight into what child entertainers go through.

I feel you Melissa… I’ve had curly all my life and have straightened it forever. People are ignorant to hair knowledge.

LOVE y’all’s hair ❤

This past week I have been having the same thoughts about Ms Swift. Felt it deep in my soul and the thought keeps coming.

I simply adored the mother, daughter video. We are so caught up in our own lives and forget to see where our kids are at. Your daughter is absolutely intelligent and of course she can sing.❤

As a woman myself (a 40+ curley girl too)...sending soo much gratitude and love to you both for sharing this journey. This is my fav one this far 🙌🏼 nothing against Jeremy, or the other podcasts, its just sooooo nice to see a mother daughter communicate on all of these topics!!

👍 Absolutely wonderful video ❤️. Congrats to Nevaeh on the wonderful job doing her Mom’s hair⭐️. You both are so beautiful both in looks and how your souls shine💫. The Mother Daughter sharing conversations was a joy to listen to. It would be a lot of fun to sit with both of you daily and be able to ask questions (joys, fears, consequences, pros vs cons, how to stay strong and wholesome when there is so much hatred and demonic around the world.) Non of us know all the answers, yet I treasure listening. I’m proud of you both and grateful that you share these videos. Keep up the great work❣️🌼🌸🍀. Looking forward to more cooking recipes 😎

Great video! You and your daughter are awake and so smart to this wicked industry where others just look past it just to get their children up there at any cost. This channel is totally on the RIGHT side!

❤❤❤❤❤❤ beautiful , love the discussion. Neveah don't be in a rush to leave home, take as long as you need. I will continue to lift you guys up in prayer as these days especially it's much needed. Love you guys Uk

That was fun! Thanks, ladies!

Bravo for protecting your daughter! I totally agree with the weird stuff happening....not only in Hollywood....the country, the government..... there are a lot of dark holes to travel down. NEVAHA, you have a good head on your shoulders. Make sure you use it. 😊 stay true to yourself.

Thanks for sharing; adulting is a scary thing. I have 5 adult children, all married and 13 grandkids ages 27-1 year. It is wonderful but oh so many ups and downs. Sending you hugs ❤❤❤

Our daughter (soon to be 23) is in college and still lives with us. Her mom still has a curfew for her and doesn't want her to travel across the country, without someone we know and trust. I keep telling her she needs to let her be an adult.

Beautiful! & Beautiful! ❤❤ Best Mother & Daughter session ever! Love the honesty & deserning that you both have. God bless you all!!😊

I would never let a doctor take my kid back to be asked questions unless they provided two attorneys, one to protect my child and one to protect my interest to make sure they’re not trying to force the child to say something it doesn’t want to say that isn’t true And it has been proven that you have doctors and other people in authority who will do that.

This is very nice mother daughter talk and worth listening to. Its enlightening, educational, true to life and no questions held back. Thank you both

Very intuitive young lady!!!! Also, it's interesting that many "stars" are forsaking Hollywood - something to consider!

Nevaeh in this podcast you hit the nail in the head about 'Swift'. I have spoken to my husband about what you and your father shared with each other. I feel there is a power like a dark power about her evil to be exact. Kelsie does not truly understand what he has gotten himself into! I am sure he does now and understands there is no easy out. Swift will ruin him. Afterall, why is it that the men she has dated have never spoken about her or better yet, choose to remain her so called friend? The guys remain quiet or they are never seen. Its quite odd. I feel they know something; therefore cannot speak about it. This is a topic for sure. #Sinister

A fun day for both of you. Thanks for sharing as usual

This was a super fun podcast. You two together are really relaxing to listen to together. And your natural hair looks so beautiful.

You’ve raised a thoughtful and intelligent young woman. Don’t second guess yourself. Navea, (spelling?) I’m so glad to hear you see through that horrible swift monster. Keep being thoughtful. 😊❤

A very honest conversation. Thank you for sharing a Mom/Daughter experience. Very nice!

Glad you sheltered her as you did and 🙏🏻prayers for her future!!

Hi melissa and Nevaeh, i'm so proud of you talking about these subjects. It was for a longtime not done. More and more people are waking up (finally🙃). Again thank you for your contribution to make the world a beter place again!

Melissa your hair looks gorgeous! So nice to hear the ladies discuss life! ❤ your Beautiful family. Taylor did pop up out of no where. 🙏🙏🙏Blessing’s

Great!!! Navaeh is so wise and thoughtful. She knows what has been happening. I heard about Bohemian Grove more than 10 years from my former pastor's wife. Checked it out and was shocked.

Fun discussion! I held my breath when you asked Nevaeh if she was a swiftie, and so relieved with her answer. Lol Saw TS in concert when she was country at about 18 yrs old (her, not me, Iwas about 35) and I left no longer liking her because she came across as an egotistical, stuck on herself little princess. I haven't listened to her stuff since then, so crazy (and yet not) to hear the stuff Nevaeh was saying is in her music. Also, love the curls for both of you. Very beautiful. And last, total lol at the age exchange at the end. ❤ Thank for another great episode!

I spent years trying to straighten my hair. I have no idea where the curls came from. I come from a mixed bag of nationalities. Now I let it curl. And get compliments all the time. You both are gorgeous.

Aloha Melissa & Neveah🌺! Just luvd this sharing with mother & daughter!

College days were the most amazing and enlightening for me…so many amazing professors, courses, reading, events. No regrets here. If I still lived in the US these days, I would study abroad much more cheaply. Tuitions in America are just beyond the means of most. I think it obviously depends what you want to do. My kids are engineers, urban designers, and upper level managers. Gotta have a Masters to do those jobs….some young people have a vocation….to become a nurse, doctor , teacher or scientist. Some kids are very uncertain about future careers. Community college can be a great way to discover possibilities and oneself.

Enjoyed you two....great conversation!

Melissa, I 1000% believe you made the right parental calls.

I love both your mom’s and your curly hair!

You made the right decision for 11year old Neveah. As a mum an dad you're both such wholesome awesome parents. Neveah is such a mature well rounded knowledgible young lady, well done mum an dad. I love this mother daughter conversation both so comfortable and easy with each other

Love the Podcast today! Very Glad Nevaeh is a Very Strong young Woman with her head on straight! Very Mature! Good Job mom for saying NO to Hollywood when she was young. To much very Bad L*** W*** Control Tactics has Always Clouded that industry and Child Actors lives. Soooo Glad you Homeschool your Children . Good Job girl doing Mom's Hair .. looks Fabulous.... Own it Melissa !! Should Always wear it that way! Makes you look younger!!! 😊 Can't wait to see what the Podcast has for Next week! You guys are doing Great Content every time! Love it!

Many major companies don't really care what the area of study is for the degree with the exception of technical or scientific areas. They are mostly interested in the fact that you applied yourself and finished what you started. Study what you want and feel good about following through!

You two are Beautiful..your hair is gorgeous on both of you..i wish my hair had some curl

Very fun pod cast. Missed you Jeremy but it's nice to just have the ladies run the show now and then.

Love the curly hair. We all permed our hair in the 50s.

So much pressure in this world. I feel that using a God given talent should be used in a way that helps others...sing to benefit a cause, donate some or all of the proceeds. That way others will see your talent, and more avenues will open. I agree with your comments on that there are so many people in the world that take advantage of others. Be very cautious! You're an amazing family! Communication is always the best way towards solving problems...you'll figure it all out as long as you're doing that!😊❤😊❤

Love your hair in the natural curls!

I first found you all with the Hawaii vacation (I live in Ewa) and assumed the hair came from the Hawaii side, but once you mentioned Greece it made much more sense. She looks a lot like younger pictures of a friend of mine who is Greek. They had tryouts here on Oahu for kid actors and so glad we made the decision not to get my kids into that world. I think it is way too dangerous and difficult to protect children from some of the horrible people out there.

I like this setting with you both.

Such a great discussion! Love the communication and closeness between you two. Another reason why I love all 3 of your channels!

I am mixed, and my hair is kinky curly. My 1 year bio younger sister’s hair is wavy, and my 3 years bio younger sister has nearly bone straight hair. My mom’s sisters and brothers are all Latin/Jewish and they have the same mixture of hair textures, all the brothers have unruly curly hair. My dad side brings in the 8 of the 13 DNA mixtures we have swirling in us, they have everything from bone straight to kinky curly to bone straight, from see through thin and so thick you can’t wrap your fingers around a pony tail. Please need to stop trying own things that don’t belong to them! This person is unhappy with herself and her life choices, so she’s taking it out on you! Pray for her, and basically ignore the ignorance!

I no longer refer to it as pay day. It’s money transfer day. My employer sends it to me, and I transfer it to everyone else. lol. College is too expensive to go if you don’t have a specific career path that requires it, in mind. Trust me, I have a lot of school debt and I’m a commercial driver (school bus driver/chauffeur/limo driver) and have been for 18 years. 🤷🏼‍♀️. I wanted to attend trade school in high school, but I was told that I was too smart and college bound and I needed to stay at my regular high school. 🙄. Oh, the aggravation, the self-loathing, and money I could have saved myself!!

Good morning ladies it's nice to see yall.

What a strong wonderful young lady you’ve raised. This was such a fun episode to watch. Shocked she agreed to be a one on one “guest”, but hope you two get more of these in years to come. Y’all are inspiring. You’re truly a Blessed family. Thank you for posting this one!

Women, especially, should always be aware of your surroundings. Walk head up on a swivel. People who are aware of their surroundings are not considered for attack by these cowards.

I love your mom/daughter relationship. It was (still is) the same with my daughter (now 35). Don't worry, you raised her well and it will all work out ❤

Melissa, you look so pretty with your hair curly. It looks so much shinier and healthy.

Great job Momager and Nevaeh!!! May God continue to bless each one of you!!!

Two beautiful women & intelligent too! Enjoy your days ahead…& keep well! 😊🙏🏻

Oh my word. Apparently when I was born my eyes and hair were so dark I looked like a Native American baby. Was I culturally appropriating the Natives the moment I was born?!? That is such an idiotic construct. Furthermore, this 100% European descended woman (yes, I've had my ancestry tested) has freaking curly hair! If I keep rolling my eyes this hard they may get stuck. 🙄🙄🙄 Also, I'm with you, Melissa. No one would want to work with me, so they'd decide not to work with my kid. "No, I'll go with them." And don't get me started on doctors and nurses trying to have those private conversations. They are SO INAPPROPRIATE!!!

"You already have a momager." Great line and sooo true.

This was an adorable stream! The two of you are both fabulous! 🥰🥰🥰

I will never understand how folks can comment (attack) on something personal.

Melissa your hair is beautiful! I’m curly too and half Spanish, not African ;) Also love your bond together and it is so refreshing to see a young woman being so smart! You are bringing salt and light ❤️🙏🏼

Ladies: its taxation by CONFESSION! Instead of receiving a BILL , the IRS waits for you to confess, and file! Simple, yuh? Oh, and your hair(both of you) is gorgeous! Yours as well, mom!

I absolutely love Nevaeh’s hair🙌🏻💖 It suits her perfectly 💖 I love yours curly too💖

Love your curly hair Melissa!

First time I’m seeing your beautiful 17 yr. old daughter. She’s really lovely. All your children are beautiful❤️

I am so happy to hear a young person say Taylor Swift is the devil .If I had any young children I would not let them follow her at all.

I’m an older guy, but I remember clearly when I graduated from high school back in the late 80s. I intended to go into the military and had no college plans at all. I had a couple of teachers that pressured me into taking the SATs. They filled out applications ‘ on my behalf’, without my knowledge and got me accepted into a few good schools. When I told them I wasn’t going, that I had my own plans, they were pretty upset. I did my plan. My way. Still doing that. Yes. It’s ’Happy Spouse, Happy House’ that’s how you have a whole marriage. The other way, you get a miserable wife being catered to by a resentful husband.