Best Laurie Jabbar Podcasts (2025)

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S8 EP156: Women Over 70, Aging Reimagined Featuring Award Winning Podcast Hosts Gail Zelitsky and Catherine Marienau 52:24

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Ok you 10-ers. We talk a lot about our midlife, but what about the the decades that begin in our 70s? This week’s guests are 10 X 7 and 8 pro-aging advocates . Catherine Marienau and Gail Zelitzky. This unique duo captures the essence of women aging through their award-winning weekly podcast, “Women Over 70, Aging Reimagined.” They will break down …

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S8 EP155: How To Build and Sustain Healthy Relationships, Featuring Relationship Expert Stephanie Mintz 57:33

1y ago57:33

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Ok all you 10-ers! There are many of us in our second chapters who struggle with our relationships with our partners. Cue in highly regarded Strategic Relationship Consultant, Stephanie Mintz. A licensed marriage and family therapist, Stephanie will discuss strategies to identify if you relationship is in trouble, and how to get things back on trac…

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S8 EP154: Breaking the Myths On Confidence, Featuring Award Winning Speaker, Therapist and Coach, Karol Ward 51:06

1y ago51:06

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Ok all you 10-ers! This week we talk about something we all struggle with at some point in our lives: confidence. In this episode we interview Karol Ward an award winning inspirational speaker, therapist and executive coach. Karol debunks the the myth about confidence that either you have it or you don’t, and gives our audience advice and tips on h…

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S8 EP153 Breaking the "People Pleasing" Habit, Featuring Author and Speaker Janice Burt 55:40

1y ago55:40

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Ok all you 10-ers. How many of you struggle with the need to please other people? This week’s guest is Janice Burt, who is a sought after international speaker and author of “Kicking the People Pleasing Habit.” In this episode, we will break down Janice’s 6 steps to eliminating people pleasing behaviors, as well as characteristics to identify if yo…

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S8 EP152: Actionable Ways To Optimize Your Sleep, Featuring Renowned Sleep Expert DR. Angela Holliday- Bell 40:34

1y ago40:34

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Ok all you 10-ers! What is the one thing most of us, ESPECIALLY the midlife mavens, can relate to? SLEEP ISSUES. This week Laurie and Michelle will talk with nationally renowned Sleep Specialist, DR Angela Holliday Bell. Dr. Holliday-Bell is a Board-Certified Physician, Certified Sleep Specialist, Speaker and Founder of the Solution is Sleep LLC. A…

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S8 EP151: Street Smart Intuition & Safety For Women, Featuring Joy Farrow & Laura Frombach 59:57

1y ago59:57

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Ok all you 10-ers! We are bringing a brand new topic into Studio 50— Street Safety for Women. Many of us get complacent, or take for granted our personal safety, which can be a significant and even fatal mistake. Who better to sit down with Laurie and Michelle in Studio 50 to get the inside lane on this important topic than the authors of the renow…

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S8 EP150: The Inside Scoop on Facial Aesthetics Trends, Topics and Consideration, Featuring World Renowned Facial Plastic Surgeon DR. Mark Karolak 52:29

1y ago52:29

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Ok all you 10-ers! With new technologies, Ozempic face syndrome and a consistent flow of new trends, we are back to discussing how to look as good as we feel with another award winning and world renowned facial plastic surgeon, DR. Mark Karolak. With over 3,000 surgeries performed without General Anesthesia, Doctor Karolak has received the Compassi…

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S8 EP149: The Sport of Pickleball and Elevating Your Midlife Game, Featuring Top Ranked Pickleball Pro Julie Johnson 45:36

1y ago45:36

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Ok All you 10-ers this week we are tackling the biggest sports phenomenon on the planet... PICKLEBALL. It’s all the rage with us midlifers and has become a huge social beacon for us all. Who better to discuss dinking, lobbing and the dreaded “kitchen” than Julie Johnson, 2021 number one female player on the APP tour and top ranked senior player in …

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S8 EP148: Breaking Into & Dominating the "Boys Club," Featuring ESPN SportsCenter Anchor Linda Cohn 58:31

1y ago58:31

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Ok all you 10-ers, we are bringing another groundbreaker into Studio 50. This week Laurie and Michelle will sit down with Hall of Fame Sportscaster, Linda Cohn. Linda has served as a SportsCenter anchor since joining ESPN in 1992. She is ESPN’s longest-tenured SportsCenter anchor and in early 2016 was recognized for anchoring her 5,000th SportsCent…

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S8 EP 147: True Crime Obsession with the Hosts of "Small Town Dicks," Featuring Yeardley Smith and Detective Dan 59:35

1y ago59:35

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Ok all you 10-ers! We are delivering a topic into Studio 50 that many of us are obsessed with: TRUE CRIME. Whether we lean into docuseries, binge streaming shows or podcasts, over 1/3 of mainstream audiences are consuming true crime. We are bringing two of the best to chop it up with Michelle and Laurie. Co-Hosts of the award winning, hit true crim…

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S8 EP146: A Harrowing Story of Survival: NYT Bestselling Author of "The Sound of Gravel," Ruth Wariner 59:33

1y ago59:33

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Ok all you 10-ers, today we bring you an unforgettable story of survival, courage and processing loss and grief. This week’s guest is Ruth Wariner. Ruth is an internationally renowned speaker and author of The Sound of Gravel, an instant New York Times bestseller, which People Magazine called “heartbreaking, haunting, yet ultimately uplifting.” Rut…

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S8 EP145: A Story of Resilience From the First Female Commander of Cadets, Featuring Kristin Baker 1:00:37

1y ago1:00:37

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Ok all you “ten-ers,” Laurie and Michelle are bringing you a guest and story that exudes the message of resiliency, courage and the importance of supporting and paving the way for other women. This episode’s guest is Kristin Baker. Kristin is a retired Army Colonel, former Military Intelligence Commander and the first female Commander of Cadets at …

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S8 EP144 Empowering Midlife Women With Financial Literacy 1:05:25

1+ y ago1:05:25

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Ok all you 10-ers, we are bringing in a little piece of greatness into Studio 50! She is 2 time Emmy Award Winner, 8 time Gracie Award Winner, 9 consecutive NYT Best Selling Author and the financial expert who not only carried her own hit show, but has been a fixture alongside the Oprah Winfrey, Anderson Cooper, Stephen Colbert and Brian Williams s…

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S8 EP143 The Real Truth At the Southern Border, Featuring Ali Bradley, Correspondent News Nation Now 59:46

1+ y ago59:46

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Ok all you “Ten-ers,” Laurie and Michelle are bringing you a topic that EVERYONE is talking about— the growing issues with border control, illegal immigration and the overwhelming impacts from the influx of undocumented migrants. Immigration issues have been stated as the number one issue in America, and who better to chop it up with the ladies in …

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S8 EP141: Midlife Mashup with Guest Hosts Bridgett Garratt and Colleen Rosenblum of the Hit Podcast "Hot Flashes & Cool Topics" 42:38

1+ y ago42:38

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It's midlife mayhem and we are talking about it. We bring guests Bridgett Garrett and Colleen Rosenblum hosts of the hit podcast "Hot Flashes & Cool Topics" to chop up some key conversation points on the midlife and menopausal lane. From mood swings (aka "seeing red") and hormones to parenting adult kids and empty nesting to preparing for health hu…

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S7 EP135 Making the Most of Empty Nesting Featuring Donna Korren, Founder of Empty Quester 34:01

1+ y ago34:01

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In this episode, we talk preparing for and making the most of the empty nester phase of life with Donna Korren, Founder of Empty Quester. Donna is a Tedx speaker, motivational coach and brand consultant for the 50+ demographic. Her “What’s Next?” Workshop teaches women how to create a next chapter that they absolutely love after their kids fly the …

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S8 EP140: Our Political Landscape, the Good, Bad and Ugly, Featuring Democratic US Senate Candidate Juan Dominguez and Republican Pundit Kira Davis 1:02:21

1+ y ago1:02:21

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What has happened to our democracy, and why does it seem nothing gets done? In this episode we bring on US Senate candidate and Democrat Juan Dominguez and Author and Republican pundit Kira Davis to chop it up from both sides of the aisle. We talk about all issues on the political landscape, to include the shrinking middle class, the haves and have…

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S7 EP116 How To Look Good In Photos, Featuring Christine Buzan, Camera Posing Expert 36:49

1+ y ago36:49

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Welcome to Season 7 Ten-ers! All new format with “5” key recommendations and takeaways from our guests in each episode. This week’s guest is Christine Buzan, posing tips expert and creator of “Look Good In Photos.” Seen on Good Morning America, Access Hollywood and more, Christine gives 5 critical tips (which all have multiple tips within them) on …

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S7 EP127 How To Look As Good As You Feel Featuring World Renowned Facial Plastic Surgeon, DR. Amir Karam 47:57

1+ y ago47:57

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In this episode, we talk how we can look more youthful on the outside to match how young we feel on the inside with Facial Plastic Surgeon and Skincare Expert, DR. Amir Karam. DR. Karam gives us 5 important considerations, recommendations and hard facts about preventing and combating the aging process. Using the pillars of skincare, loss of volume …

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S7 EP124 5 Simple Tricks In the Kitchen To Blow Them Away, Featuring Highly Acclaimed Chef and Mega Restaurateur Adrianne Calvo 29:00

1+ y ago29:00

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n this episode, we talk cooking/entertaining with Chef Adrianne Calvo. Chef Adrianne is a nationally acclaimed, chef, author, mega restaurateur and an Emmy Nominated Culinary Producer, who has been featured on Food Network, CNN, the Today Show and Good Morning America, to name a few. Chef Adrianne will give the audience 5 simple and easy tricks and…

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S7 EP131 Promoting Emotional and Mental Wellness Featuring DR. Donna Kashani, Nationally Top Ranked Psychiatrist 44:30

1+ y ago44:30

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In this episode, we talk how to more effectively parent and manage personal relationships with DR. Donna Kashani, a nationally acclaimed Psychiatrist, DR. Kashani gives us 5 key takeaways on how to communicate, engage and proactively avoid negative emotions when we deal with our children, family members and friends. DR. Kashani gives us a roadmap f…

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S7 EP133 How To Care For Sick and Aging Loved Ones Featuring Lauren Reynolds, Founder and CEO of At Home Nursing Care 38:03

1+ y ago38:03

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In this episode, we talk preparing for and managing through caring for our aging and/or ill loved ones with Lauren Reynolds, Founder and CEO of At Home Nursing Care. Lauren give us 5 key takeaways for ensuring we are properly equipped logistically, financially, legally and emotionally for when the time arrives where we are faced with supporting our…

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S7 EP122 Workout and Wellness In Our Midlife, Featuring Tamilee Webb "Buns of Steel" Icon 34:26

1+ y ago34:26

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In this episode, we talk about the most effective workout and wellness activities for those of us looking down the barrel of middle age with Tamilee Webb. Tamilee is best known for her iconic video series, “Buns and Abs of Steel,” and has worked with numerous individuals, organizations and brands to effectively design and coach personal fitness pla…

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S7 EP126 How Women Can Unlock Their Collective Power Featuring Brooke Baldwin, Former CNN Anchor and Best Selling Author 40:45

1+ y ago40:45

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n this episode, we talk how empowering and beneficial it is when women lean on one another and provide each other with support, inspiration and strength. Brooke Baldwin is a former anchor on CNN who has made it a personal journey to explore groups of women of all ages, races, religions and socio-economic backgrounds who band together. Brooke gives …

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S5 EP113 Reinventing and Being Present in Midlife, Featuring Cynthia Bailey, TV Personality (RHOA), Actress and Women's Health Advocate 51:41

1+ y ago51:41

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This week's Guest Interview is Cynthia Bailey-- Mother, Actress, TV Personality and Women's Health Advocate. You might know Cynthia from her over a decade long run on the popular reality series RHOA, but she is so much more. In this interview, Cynthia talks about her days as a TV personality, but also talks about her evolution as a woman, her appre…

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S7 EP118 Drug Epidemic: What We Need To Know, Featuring San Diego District Attorney Summer Stephan 40:24

1+ y ago40:24

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This week's guest is San Diego District Attorney Summer Stephan. In this episode, DA Stephan will give a harsh, real and experienced landscape of the current drug epidemic. From fentanyl to marijuana, we dive into the issues families face and how horribly dangerous experimentation can be. DA Stephan breaks down the issues, what to watch out for and…

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S5 EP91 From Hollywood to the Hoffman Process, Featuring Josie Bissett 45:51

1+ y ago45:51

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We all remember Jane Mancini from the popular television series "Melrose Place." The adorable girl next door who every woman wanted to either be, or be friends with. Actress, model and author Josie Bissett, joins us in Studio 50 to tell her story from "back in the day," as well as, share her journey of personal growth through the Hoffman Process an…

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S7 EP129 Human Trafficking...What We Need To Know Featuring Rachel Thomas, Human Trafficking Survivor and Advocate 35:10

2y ago35:10

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In this episode, we talk with Rachel Thomas who is a personal survivor of human trafficking and an example of how anyone can become a victim. Rachel tells her story of how a successful, “girl next door” can become manipulated into the abusive, tragic and emotionally devastating world of human trafficking. Rachel provides 5 major takeaways to parent…

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S7 EP123 The Quad Featuring Laurie Jabbar, Randi Crawford, Jennifer Arundale and Baby GRONK Duo 42:22

2y ago42:22

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The self proclaimed "most hated dad in the world" comes to the Quad to give his side of the story on his intentions and actions with his son Madden AKA Baby Gronk. Cue in Jake San Miguel and his son Madden, who have become a social media sensations and one of the more controversial ones at that. We ask dad, Jake the tough questions and he gives his…

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S7 EP120 The World of a Scholar Athlete Featuring Maddy Siegrist, WNBA Player 33:40

2y ago33:40

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In this episode, we talk the world of being both an elite athlete and student with WNBA Player, Maddy Siegrist. Maddy was a prolific high school basketball player who continued her education and athletic goals at Villanova University, eventually becoming the all-time career leading scorer in the Big East and the third overall pick in the 2023 Women…

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S7 EP117 Makeup Over Forty, Featuring Erica Taylor, Make-up Artist and L'Oreal League of Experts 38:53

2y ago38:53

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This week's guest episode is Erica Taylor, Make-up Artist, educator and L'Oreal Paris League of Experts. Erica has become a social media sensation by creating relatable, entertaining and informative content on how to properly apply makeup. In this episode, Erica will give 5 key take aways for applying makeup for us ladies over 40. From prepping our…

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S7 EP115: The "5" Takeaways of What Us Parents Need To Know, Featuring Randi Crawford, Life Coach 37:30

2y ago37:30

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This week we talk parenting with Jay Shetty certified coach, Randi Crawford. Randi has a thriving business, Randi Crawford Coaching, and partners with adolescents, young adults and their parents, as well as organizations through keynote speaking, to live healthy and happier lives. In the spirit of "10 X's 5," Randi gives us 5 key takeaways of what …

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S5 EP111 Managing Grief and Loss, Featuring Author Laing Rikkers, "Morning Leaves" 37:08

2y ago37:08

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As we age, we are more apt to facing the daunting events and journeys of grief and loss. This week we interview Laing Rikkers is a leader in the field of Obstructive Sleep Apnea, an often hidden - and potentially fatal - medical condition. Though OSA is estimated to affect 75 million Americans, most people don't even know they have it. Tragically, …

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S5 EP109: Empowering Women, Featuring Ari Zucker, Personal Coach, Emmy Nominated Actress 1:00:30

2y ago1:00:30

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This week we bring on highly acclaimed actress, Ari Zucker, aka "Nicole Walker" of the beloved, long standing soap opera "Days of Our Lives." Ari's performance in the role has been met with favorable reception from audiences and critics, having garnered her two nominations for the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Ser…

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S5 EP107 Navigating Hollywood, While Being an Empowered Woman, Featuring Nicky Whelan, Actress and Humanitarian 47:01

2y ago47:01

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This week we bring you Nicky Whelan, an Australian born model and actress who has starred in numerous sitcoms and motion pictures. With new movie "The Best Man" co-starring Luke Wilson being released April 21st, Nicky has no shortage of work and adventure-- and she dives into her acting journey. Most impressively, Nicky gives such a humble, vulnera…

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S5 EP105 Connection and Customer Service Still Matters, Featuring Trisha Perez Kennealy, Restaurateur and Hotel Owner 47:00

2y ago47:00

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This week's guest Trisha Perez Kennealy went from being a Harvard MBA and prominent Investment Banker, to a graduate of Cordon Bleu, leader in the culinary world and owner of Boston's only Relais & Chataeux-- The Inn at Hastings Park. This episode dives into the world of hospitality, the importance of connection and customer service and how taking …

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S5 EP103 Owning Our Relationship with Alcohol, Featuring Jenn Kautsch, "Sober Sis" 42:23

2y ago42:23

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It's called the "sober curious" movement, and we bring one of its game changers and leaders in Jenn Kautsch aka "Sober Sis." Jenn is a pioneer in this movement of sober-minded living. This is about making a conscious choice to be the best version of yourself, to live in an intentional manner and creating the life you want. Sometimes... that means l…

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S5 EP101: Trading the Hot Lights of Vogue to the Bright Lights of Culinary T.V., Featuring Ashley "Sugar Monster" Holt 55:13

2y ago55:13

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After trading the hot lights of fashion in the pages of Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar for the radiating heat of the bake oven, Ashley took the prize in the TLC series Cake Boss: Next Great Baker. She then went onto Food Network’s Chopped, The New York Cake Show (2016 shoe category /2017 Best In Show) and placed second on Food Network’s Dessert Games an…

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S5 EP99: Self Taught Baker, Entrepreneur Who Passionately Became an Established Public Brand and Figure, Featuring Heather Mubarak, "The Browned Butter Blondie" 41:09

2y ago41:09

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This is a story of Heather Mubarak who is the epitome of a woman who took her passion, artistic vision and worked tirelessly to make it a business and her purpose. Years ago, Heather founded an English almond toffee business based off of a family recipe. After almost a decade of hand crafting pound after pound of the chocolate covered buttery confe…

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S5 EP97: Searching For Maximum Flavor, Featuring Highly Acclaimed Chef and Mega Restaurateur Adrianne Calvo 40:57

2y ago40:57

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Boss Babe Alert! She owns two distinguished and popular restaurants, published six cookbooks, has an Emmy-nominated YouTube series, launched her own Cabernet Sauvignon label. Meet Chef Adrianne Calvo, a self made brand, business woman, public figure and philanthropist. After studying under THE Thomas Keller of French Laundry at the young age of 19,…

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S5 EP95: Bringing People Together Through the Mediterranean Lifestyle, Featuring Anita and Dario, O'Live Your Life 35:24

2y ago35:24

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In the Mediterranean, people get up with purpose and vigor, embrace the day and prioritize meaningful connections. They embrace a simple way of living that focuses on creating happiness. Cue in Anita and Dario. They are husband and wife, founders of O'Live Your Life and curators of the "International Dinner Club" and extended retreats that bring co…

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S5 EP93: Chance Encounters That Shaped a Hollywood Star, Featuring Devin DeVasquez 49:09

2y ago49:09

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She was a young girl from Louisiana, who followed her heart and chance opportunity to become an accomplished Hollywood model, actress and producer. Getting her start as Playboy's Playmate of the month in 1985, Devin DeVasquez went on to win Star Search and appear in popular movies like, "Can't Buy Me Love," and over 100 commercials! Throughout her …

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S5 EP89 Life of a Supermodel and Women's Health Advocate, Featuring Kim Alexis 48:45

2y ago48:45

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Kim Alexis has graced the cover of over 500 magazines! From Vogue, to Bazaar, Glamour (she holds the record for the most covers), Cosmopolitan and Mademoiselle, she was one of the first proclaimed "Supermodels" of the 80s, and she did it all on her terms. While this tells the story of how Kim got started and created a spectacular modeling and publi…

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S5 EP87 Celebrating Nostalgia 32:52

2+ y ago32:52

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This month is a celebration of nostalgia, and we are focusing on the 80's! Thanks to series such as "Stranger Things," and sequels and/or recreates of fan favorite movies like "Top Gun," we are seeing a resurgence of interest with this iconic era. This episode is a fun mashup of 80's trends, pop culture, fads and the differences in how those of us …

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S3 EP11 Tales of Dating and Sex After 50, Featuring the "Anonymous Cougar" 1:00:46

2+ y ago1:00:46

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Hang onto your hats... this episode is a barn burner that GOES there! Have you ever wondered what dating and sex is like when you are back on the market at midlife? Well, here you go! Under the condition of anonymity, we interview the self proclaimed "Cougar" to share her real life experiences. Online dating? Check. Sex Arrangements? Check. Props a…

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S4 EP86 Live E.P.I.C. Featuring Kristin Noto, Author and Philanthropist 46:02

2+ y ago46:02

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We are closing out Season 4 with an EPIC topic and guest, just in time to ring in 2023! Many of us will start the upcoming New Year with resolutions of changing our diets, habits, health and fitness routines. Why the heck don't we make similar plans for our character, behaviors and living out desired personal values? Cue in guest Kristin Noto, auth…

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S4 EP85 A Few Of Our Favorite Things, Featuring Lisa and Laurie, She's a 10 Co-Hosts 44:27

2+ y ago44:27

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It's the most wonderful time of the year, and we aim to celebrate! Lisa and Laurie chop up key moments of the year and Season 4, and then dive into some of their favorite discoveries and things of the year! The She's a 10 duo each choose 5 separate items to dish about, and then close out with exciting announcements of giveaways for their listeners …

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S4 EP84 How To Parent Healthy, Happy Children, Featuring DR Donna Kashani, Nationally Renowned Child and Adult Psychiatrist 1:01:17

2+ y ago1:01:17

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It's not an easy task to parent our adolescent and young adult children in this constantly evolving modern landscape. Lingering effects of the recent pandemic, anxiety and depressive disorders, and pressures stemming from social media and other external factors all present challenges to those of us trying to navigate the journey of raising and supp…

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S4 EP83 Over 40 Makeup Tips and Tricks, Featuring Erica Taylor, Makeup Artist, Entrepreneur and Content Creator 58:39

2+ y ago58:39

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Makeup. Seems simple, right? Not when you start to become middle aged-- selecting and applying makeup can make or break your money maker. Enter guest Erica Taylor, who has taken over 25 years as a makeup artist with MAC, Trish McEvoy and Laura Mercier to build an online following and brand that coaches us women on how to do makeup RIGHT. From lips …

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S4 EP82 You MUST Have Purpose! Featuring Donna Korren, Founder, Empty Quester 55:23

2+ y ago55:23

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Purpose. Seven letters that become ever so important as we face our second chapters in life. Perhaps you have adult kids that have or are shortly leaving the nest? A career that is stale or winding down? Or, you might be in a longterm relationship that has gotten routine or even sleepy? PURPOSE and self identity are truly your anchors in making the…

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