Confessions At The Cabana

Confessions of a Malibu Fire Survivor – Model and Actress Livia Pillman.

Model, actress, and healer Livia Pillman lost everything when her Malibu home burned to the ground during the Palisades Fire in January 2025. But out of the ashes, she found purpose, healing, and a deeper calling to help others. In this Confessions at the Cabana - Woman On Top episode, Livia opens up about: Surviving the Palisades Fire and starting over from nothing. How her spiritual and healing practices helped her rebuild her life. Her humanitarian work empowering women and children around the world. The lessons she’s learned about resilience, love, and finding peace after loss. Livia’s story is one of transformation — a reminder that even when life burns to the ground, the soul can rise again.
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Confessions of a storyteller: Finding Happy with Maria Bertrand

Sometimes healing arrives with wings. Actress, filmmaker, and storyteller Maria Bertrand shares her extraordinary confession at the Cabana — the day she saved a tiny sparrow, and how that bird, whom she named Happy, went on to save her in return.
In the midst of grief and depression, Maria found light and resilience through her unlikely companion. Their bond became the heart of her documentary “Finding Happy” — a project supported by actor Gerard Butler, who was deeply moved by the story.
But Maria’s journey doesn’t stop there. She also opens up about her newest project, “Got Daddy Issues” — a film she co-wrote, directed, and stars in, bringing her passion for raw, authentic storytelling to the big screen.
At the Cabana, Maria speaks candidly about:
How a tiny sparrow gave her hope, healing, and purpose.
The making of her documentary Finding Happy 
Transforming pain and grief into art and storytelling.
Her new movie Got Daddy Issues — why she felt called to write, direct, and act in it.

Confessions of a Fashion Designer: Jeff Garner Exposes the Toxic Truth Behind Fashion

In this eye-opening episode of Confessions at the Cabana, award-winning fashion designer and Malibu local Jeff Garner reveals the hidden toxins in our clothing — and why what we wear may be quietly harming both our health and the planet. Jeff’s journey is fueled by personal tragedy: losing his mother to breast cancer and one of his daughters to pesticide exposure. These experiences inspired him to create fashion that heals instead of harms. Through his brand Prophetik, Jeff is pioneering sustainable, plant-dyed, plant-based clothing that’s changing the way we think about style. His work has drawn the support of global changemakers like Gerard Butler, Darin Olien, Suzy Cameron, and Kelly Slater, and his designs have been worn by stars including Taylor Swift, Sheryl Crow, and Kings of Leon. Jeff’s award-winning documentary “Let Them Be Naked” premiered at London Fashion Week, exposing the dark truths of fast fashion while inspiring a worldwide conversation on conscious clothing. 👉 Watch Jeff Garner’s full confession now on Confessions at the Cabana — where Malibu’s creatives, celebrities, and visionaries share their rawest truths and stories that inspire us all. #JeffGarner #ConfessionsAtTheCabana #SustainableFashion #ToxicFashion #LondonFashionWeek #GerardButler #KellySlater #TaylorSwift #letthembenaked

Confessions of a Baywatch Star: David Chokachi on Dark Times, Rescue Dogs & Malibu Fires

Former Baywatch star David Chokachi joins Confessions at the Cabana to share his powerful story of resilience. He opens up about navigating dark times, his ongoing work with Wings of Rescue saving dogs across the U.S., and his experience rescuing animals during the Palisades Fire. David also reflects on life beyond Baywatch and dives into his most recent acting projects. A heartfelt conversation about healing, courage, and the power of giving back.

Confessions of an Actress: Praya Lundberg, White Lotus Star on Self-Love and Compassion

Actress Praya Lundberg: White Lotus Star on Family, Self-Love & Compassion
In this special Confessions at the Cabana — Woman on Top episode, Thai-Swedish actress, model, and activist Praya Lundberg opens up about the lessons that shaped her journey from international runways to Hollywood screens. Known for her role in HBO’s White Lotus and her humanitarian work as a former UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador, Praya reveals the deeper values that guide her life.
She shares why she now prioritizes family over work, how her rescue dogs gave her unconditional love and healing, and why it’s important to normalize conversations about the hormonal depression many women experience before their period. With honesty and warmth, Praya reflects on finding compassion — not only for others, but also for herself.
In this episode, Praya discusses:
Growing up Thai-Swedish and navigating two cultures
Choosing family over fame and career
How her rescue dogs “rescued” her in return
Women’s health, hormonal cycles, and compassion
Her journey as a model, White Lotus actress, and humanitarian
This inspiring conversation reminds us that behind the spotlight and achievements, true power comes from love, compassion, and authenticity.
 

Confessions of a Surfer: Strider Wasilewski’s Story of Surf, Love & Resilience

Pro surfer and WSL commentator Strider Wasilewski gets raw in the very first episode of Confessions at the Cabana. From his turbulent childhood in Venice Beach to chasing waves across the globe, Strider opens up about love, family, fatherhood, and the emotional currents that shaped his life. It’s a powerful, unfiltered conversation filled with resilience, heart, and honesty.