She has been instrumental player in the success of some of the biggest names in Hollywood, and now she’s on the show to share more of her story, spill a few more dirty secrets, and talk about her brand-new book, Climbing in Heels.

This week Melissa welcomes agent, producer, and writer, Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas, back onto the show to talk about her crazy start in Hollywood in the 80s, the shocking ways that certain execs treated women, why women either banded together or tore each other apart, and how every step in her career led her to writing her new book.

To learn more about how fact meets fiction, grab a copy of Climbing in Heels: A Novel, available now!

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Summertime is almost here, so let's re-visit an episode that's all about saving that dollar when it comes to the summer plans this year!

Melissa has the The Points Guy - Brian Kelly, back on the show to share his hacks on finding the cheapest airfare this summer, the best credit cards to use for your various purchases, and why it's often much more affordable to see your dream concert overseas.

Brian also gives us his rundown on the top 5 best airlines to use, and why a certain part of this latest season of RHONJ really gave him the chills.

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Is Joe Gorga a good dancer? Was he ever?? Melissa's hubby joins the show to discuss ALL THINGS TREES, including what happens when they cut them down in their neighborhood and why Melissa's negativity killed a tree in their front yard (allegedly). PLUS: How many proms did Joe go to as a kid? What celebrity has been eating Melissa's cake? And how to make your husband pay more attention to you!!

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