Adam Silvera’s The Survivor Wants to Die at the End, TikTok’s $1M Small Biz Giveaway NM Rising E151

Dan Gutierrez & Abby Max welcome bestselling authors, TikTok execs, and safety experts in a thought-provoking and practical episode of New Mexico Rising. From mental health in fiction to real-world healthcare costs and home safety hacks, this show covers it all.

📚 Author Adam Silvera reflects on 10 years of bestselling books and explores grief, love, and mental health in his newest release The Survivor Wants to Die at the End—the emotional third installment in the Death-Cast series.
📱 Esme Lean from TikTok unveils a $1 million ad credit giveaway for Small Business Month—plus tips for entrepreneurs to grow with confidence (and no dancing required).
🕵️‍♂️ Tony winner Alex Newell dishes on the couture chaos of Another Simple Favor, playing Vicky alongside Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively in the stylish sequel set in Capri.
🏥 Dr. Antonio Germann reveals how hidden hospital “facility fees” are quietly raising your medical bills—and what “site neutral” payments could do to fix it.
🐾 Dr. Brad Ryan breaks down the rise in Lyme disease and heartworm cases among pets and how to prevent them with year-round testing and treatment.
🏡 Cathy Pedrayes, viral “Mom Friend” and safety expert, shares top tips for securing your home, updating digital devices, and protecting your kids this spring—with no sacrifice to style.

📌 Episode Breakdown
00:00 – Dan & Abby intro: big ideas, big savings, and bananas in cabanas?!
00:32 – 📘 The Survivor Wants to Die at the End with Adam Silvera
TikTok sensation and author of They Both Die at the End discusses mental health, reader evolution, and why his newest novel delivers both heartbreak and hope.
Learn more: AdamSilvera.com

05:17 – 💼 TikTok’s $1M Giveaway with Esme Lean
TikTok’s Head of SMB Esme Lean talks Small Biz Fest, how any business can get discovered, and why turning on your phone camera is the first step to viral growth.
Apply now: TikTokSmallBizFest.com

11:58 – 🎬 Alex Newell on Another Simple Favor
From Broadway to Capri, Alex Newell joins the cast of Paul Feig’s chic thriller sequel as Vicky, Stephanie’s bold and fabulous book agent.
Watch now: Amazon Prime – Another Simple Favor

14:51 – 💸 Hidden Healthcare Costs with Dr. Antonio Germann
Why your routine medical visit may suddenly cost more—and how site-neutral payment reforms could protect patients and cut insurance waste.
Info: SamePriceNow.org

19:05 – 🐶 Tick & Heartworm Prevention with Dr. Brad Ryan
Veterinarian Brad Ryan shares why heartworm and tick-borne diseases are rising—even in places like New Mexico—and how to protect your pets.
More info:

AntechDiagnostics.com

PetsAndParasites.org

22:55 – 🛡️ Home & Cyber Safety with Cathy Pedrayes
The “Mom Friend” of TikTok reveals tips for spring safety checks, password updates, and why Kwikset’s SmartKey tech is a game changer for families.
Product info: Kwikset.com

28:00 – 🎉 Bonus Tease: Back to the Beach 2 Sneak Peek
Dan drops hints about the May 31st 90s throwback bash at Oasis Event Center with DJ Wae Fonkey and The 69 Boyz. Yes, there will be bananas.
Event details: Facebook – Oasis Event Center ABQ

🔗 Resources & Links
TikTok Small Biz Giveaway: TikTokSmallBizFest.com

Adam Silvera’s Books: AdamSilvera.com

Healthcare Transparency: SamePriceNow.org

Pet Disease Info:

AntechDiagnostics.com

PetsAndParasites.org

Home Safety Tips & Locks: Kwikset.com

Watch Another Simple Favor: Amazon Prime

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