Talking Smack 415

Deep & Shallow: Muscles, Midlife, GLP-1s, Body Image

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Are muscles deep... or shallow?

In this episode of Deep & Shallow, Debbie and Jamie the Great tackle a topic that's far more complicated than it first appears.

They dive into the pressure women face around body image, the rise of GLP-1 weight loss medications, the difference between pursuing health versus chasing thinness, and why strength matters so much more than the number on the scale.

The conversation gets personal as they share stories about disordered eating, body dysmorphia, aging, Hollywood beauty standards, and how fitness has become a form of mental health—not punishment.

Then, true to Deep & Shallow fashion, they lighten things up with Jersey Shore memories, fly traps, Love Island, hula hoops, ballet classes, pickleball, and why trying something new can reconnect you with the person you used to be.

Whether you're navigating menopause, rebuilding your confidence, or simply trying to stay healthy in a world obsessed with being skinny, this episode is an honest reminder that taking care of yourself isn't vanity—it's longevity.

In this episode we discuss:

The cultural obsession with being thin
GLP-1 medications and the changing conversation around weight loss
Body image and body dysmorphia
Midlife wellness and women's health
The mental health benefits of exercise
Why doing hard things first changes your day
Heart health wake-up calls
Returning to childhood passions like dance
Creativity, movement, and getting out of your comfort zone
Jersey Shore nostalgia and lifelong friendships
Pickleball, hula hoops, ballet, and finding joy in movement

If you've ever looked in the mirror and wondered whether you're chasing health—or perfection—this conversation is for you and your bestie!

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Leukemia at 16, Relapsing at 19: Hayden Laufgraven on Cancer, Bone Marrow Transplants & Never Giving Up

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:00:00 -0400

At just 16 years old, Hayden Laufgraven heard the words no teenager expects:

"You have leukemia."

What followed was hospitalisation, chemotherapy, a bone marrow transplant, remission, relapse, another transplant, months of isolation, and learning how to never give up.

In this deeply moving episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with Hayden to talk about what it's really like to be diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) as a teenager, the emotional toll of the diagnosis and surviving cancer, and the often-overlooked reality of PTSD after cancer treatment.

Hayden shares his remarkable perspective on resilience, friendship, identity, and why surviving cancer doesn't mean the journey is over.

Whether you've experienced cancer yourself, love someone who has, or simply need a reminder of the strength of the human spirit, this conversation will stay with you long after it ends. Hayden is wise beyond his years.

In this episode we discuss:

What it's like being diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) at age 16
The signs and symptoms that led to his leukemia diagnosis
Chemotherapy, remission, relapse, and undergoing two bone marrow transplants
How donor registries and bone marrow matching work
The physical and emotional impact of cancer treatment
PTSD and trauma after surviving cancer
Rebuilding strength after months of chemotherapy and isolation
The importance of friendship, family, and community during illness
Mental resilience and finding hope through uncertainty
Life after cancer and returning to college, sports, and everyday life

Hayden's honesty, maturity, and optimism offer an extraordinary reminder that resilience isn't about pretending you're fearless—it's about continuing to move forward anyway.

Follow Hayden on TikTok: @haydenlauf

If this episode resonates with you...

Please subscribe, rate, and review Talking Smack 415. Sharing this episode may help someone navigating cancer, supporting a loved one through treatment, or healing from the invisible emotional scars that often remain after remission.

Cancer changes lives—but so does hope.

Finding Your Truth: Leaving Corporate America, Reinvention, Creativity & Purpose with Kathryn Flaschner

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

What does it mean to live in alignment with your truth?

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great sit down with writer, podcast host, actor, yoga teacher, and former corporate executive Kathryn Flaschner to explore authenticity, personal reinvention, creativity, purpose, and what happens when you step away from the life you thought you were supposed to live.

After building a successful corporate career, Kathryn made the bold decision to leave Corporate America and pursue a more creative and purpose-driven path. Through her podcast The Truth Is, she helps people explore the questions that move them and the truths that guide them forward.

Together, we discuss:

Leaving a successful corporate career to follow a creative calling
Finding your authentic self in work and life
Reinvention in your 30s, 50s, and beyond
The tension between security and purpose
Creativity, writing, podcasting, and self-expression
Why women struggle to prioritize themselves
Identity shifts, motherhood, menopause, and life transitions
The impact of social media on self-worth and authenticity
Friendship as a source of truth and personal growth
Learning to trust yourself and your next chapter

Kathryn also shares insights from her writing practice, her journey back to acting, and why embracing uncertainty may be the key to building a life that feels truly aligned.

Whether you're navigating a career change, questioning what's next, entering a new life stage, or simply trying to reconnect with yourself, this conversation offers inspiration, honesty, and plenty of laughs along the way.

About Kathryn Flaschner

Kathryn Flaschner is the creator and host of The Truth Is Podcast, where she explores authenticity, creativity, purpose, personal growth, and the stories that shape who we become. Her work focuses on helping people reconnect with themselves and live in alignment with what matters most.

You can find Kathryn on insta:

@Kathrynflaschner

@Thetruthis_podcast

Website:

Kathryn Flaschner

Perimenopause to Post Menopause: Symptoms, HRT, Nutrition & Midlife Health with Health Educators Nikki Pearl & Susannah Wallenstrom

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with Nikki Pearl and Susannah Wallenstrom, founders of Menopausitive Workshop, to talk about one of our favorite (and most needed) topics: menopause, perimenopause, hormone health, and women’s wellness in midlife.

Nikki Pearl, MA Integrative Health, wellness professional and yoga instructor, and Susannah Wallenstrom, MPH, RDN, registered dietitian nutritionist, are health educators dedicated to helping women better understand menopause symptoms, hormone changes, healthy aging, and how to advocate for themselves in the healthcare system. Through menopause workshops, wellness retreats, workplace education, and community support, they’re changing the conversation around women’s health in midlife and beyond.

I first met these incredible women a few years ago when I attended one of their first menopause workshops, and it was honestly the first time I understood what was happening to my body. If you’ve ever Googled “Is this perimenopause” during an itchy hotflash with brainfog, and insomnia… this episode is for you.

We cover everything from perimenopause to post menopause, including:

Common menopause and perimenopause symptoms
Brain fog, sleep issues, hot flashes, anxiety, weight gain, and hormone shifts
How to ask your doctor about HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy)- And why you need to find a new one if they can’t help!
Why the medical community knows so little about female health.. Spoiler alert traditionally the medical models were based on men
Nutrition for menopause and midlife health (yes, eat more protein)
Why strength training and lifting weights matter during menopause
Hormones and menopause in the workplace
Menopause education for younger women so they don’t suffer
Menopausitive workshops, retreats, corporate wellness education, and community support

We also talk about why women need better menopause education, better healthcare advocacy, and more open conversations around hormone health, aging, and wellness.

Plus — Menopausitive is offering Talking Smack 415 listeners a special discount to their “Light Me Up!” retreat happening April 23–25, 2027.

Learn more about Menopausitive Workshop, menopause retreats, hormone health education, and women’s wellness resources here:
Menopausitive Workshop

Email them directly and mention Talking Smack 415 for retreat info and special pricing:
info@menopausitiveworkshop.com

Or follow along on Insta

@menopausitiveworkshop

And the book they mentioned by Dr. Stacey Sims

Next Level

Talking Smack 415 May 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, we’re sharing our May 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia’s take.

It’s a bittersweet moment because this is our final monthly forecast (for now) with our intuitive healer , Maia. Many thanks to Maia who's been with us for over a year sharing wisdom, perspective, fun, and energy forecasts!

So what’s the vibe for May?

Transformation is underway
You’re in the build phase
Discipline = self-love
Don’t give up (yes again, just like in April, because you need to hear it)

The animal this month is caterpillar. And we’re in the caterpillar phase, that messy, unglamorous, “am I doing this right?” middle. You’re not quite in the cocoon, and definitely not the butterfly yet, but something BIG is forming. And we are calling it a Big Life Change - BLC for short and yes we are trying to make it a thing.

This is the month where you:

Stay consistent
Protect what you’re building towards your BLC
Trust a future version of yourself you can’t fully see yet

The tarot card Maia pulled is the two of cups. Which reiterates this month’s energy is rooted in self-love and self-commitment.
Showing up for yourself consistently is one of the highest forms of self love.

This month's flower is the peace lilly which symbolizes peace, new beginnings, spring like energy.

Don’t give up because Good things are coming they’re just not fully here yet.

And teasing some new launches:

Maia is starting her own podcast and we’ll share once it’s out.
Jamie the Great and I are starting a new monthly segment called - deep & shallow. Because as we say in our intro…sometimes we go deep and sometimes we go shallow!

Subscribe so you never miss an episode.
Follow along on IG @ringletleader and/or sign up for my newsletter for updates.

If you’re feeling impatient but still showing up and need a reminder to keep going, this episode is for you. Grab your ear buds and LFG to BLC!

From Philly Roots to the James Beard America’s Classics Award : Sam Mink, Oyster House owner and Third Generation Restaurateur

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I are keeping it in the family—my family.

We sit down with my brother, Sam Mink, owner of Oyster House, who was just named a 2026 America’s Classics Award winner for the Mid-Atlantic region by the James Beard Foundation—one of the restaurant industry’s highest honors.

Not only did he receive this incredible recognition, but Oyster House is also celebrating its 50th anniversary. No big deal… just a third-generation restaurateur keeping the family business alive and thriving.

We go back three generations, tracing the Mink family history in the restaurant industry, the resistance, the “I’m not doing this” moments… and somehow, each generations finds his way back, with his own twist.

We also talk about:
⚡️Growing up Mink (yes, there are stories… and yes, they’re funny)
⚡️ The philosophy behind great hospitality and making every guest feel seen
⚡️Why hiring nice people is non-negotiable
⚡️Creating timeless restaurant interiors and unforgettable experiences
⚡️The real (and slightly terrifying) realities of running a restaurant
⚡️What it takes to keep a legacy business not just alive and iconic

It’s about family, food, tradition, and evolving something meaningful across generations.

If you love Philadelphia, iconic restaurants, or family stories, this episode is for you.

Follow Oyster House on Instagram:

And make a reservation via OpenTable to experience Oyster House for yourself.

Talking Smack 415 April 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I are diving into the April energetic forecast with intuitive healer and therapist Maia Taub—and let’s just say… this month is a whole vibe shift.

If March was about pushing, striving, and figuring it all out, April is asking something completely different:

Stop forcing. Start trusting.

The message coming through loud and clear?
Don’t give up—but stop trying so hard.

We talk about what it means to surrender and trust that something bigger is working behind the scenes—even when it doesn’t feel like it.

What’s coming through for April:

The Rose: beauty and struggle
The Fox: observe, don’t react take it all in
Prince of Wands (Tarot) : fiery Aries energy, forward movement, creative breakthroughs

There’s a powerful theme woven through all of it:
You’re leaving the darkness and moving into something beautiful
But it requires trust, patience, and surrendering the need to control the outcome

We also get real about:

Feeling discouraged when things aren’t happening fast enough
The pressure to “manifest” vs. actually allowing
How to notice the small wins (because they matter more than you think)
Why April is both the struggle AND the bloom

This episode is your reminder that:
You don’t have to do it all alone.
Sometimes the most powerful move… is to take a step back and let it unfold.

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If you’re feeling:

Burnt out from trying to control everything
On the edge of giving up
Like something is shifting but you can’t quite see it yet…

This episode is for you.

GLP-1s Explained: Miracle Weight-Loss Drug or Diet Culture Disaster? with Dr. Erika Siegel

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I dive into one of the biggest health conversations happening right now: GLP-1 weight-loss drugs.

From celebrities like Oprah and Sharon Osbourne to friends, family members, and coworkers, medications like Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs seem to be everywhere. Nearly 10% of U.S. adults are now taking GLP-1 medications, and the cultural conversation around them is growing fast.

Are they a breakthrough for obesity and metabolic health — or the beginning of a new wave of diet culture?

To help us unpack the science and the societal impact, we invited Dr. Erika Siegel, a naturopathic physician, acupuncturist, and author of The Nourish Me Kitchen. With more than two decades of experience in integrative medicine, Dr. Siegel blends functional medicine with nutrition and whole-food healing.

In this episode we ask the questions everyone seems to be wondering:

Are GLP-1 medications like Ozempic truly a miracle drug for weight loss and type 2 diabetes?
What exactly is “food noise,” and how do GLP-1 drugs reduce cravings?
Why do many people regain weight after stopping GLP-1 medications?
What are the most common GLP-1 side effects, including hair loss, muscle loss, and digestive issues?
Is micro-dosing GLP-1 drugs becoming a new trend?
Can GLP-1 medications actually help reduce cravings for alcohol and other addictions?

Dr. Siegel also explains why nutrition, strength training, and fiber intake (25–30 grams per day) are critical when using these medications — and why protein, sleep, and hormone balance still matter.

We also explore the bigger cultural questions:

• Are GLP-1 drugs fueling a new era of SkinnyTok and diet culture?
• What are the long-term effects of GLP-1 medications, especially for younger people?
• How might these drugs affect fertility, metabolism, and overall health?
• And who were GLP-1 medications actually designed for — versus who is using them now?

Whether you’re curious about Ozempic, GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, food noise, addiction, or long-term safety, this conversation takes a deeper look at the science, the culture, and the future of one of the most talked-about medical trends today.

You can follow along with all things Erika :

Instagram @dr.erikasiegel

Info on her book on nourishme.com

Buy her bookset on Amazon the Nourish Me Kitchen

Talking Smack 415 March 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0500

In March’s energetic forecast, Maia share’s with Jamie the Great and myself, that we’ve come full circle at the end of our 1 year cycle. And ,this March it’s about claiming radical responsibility — for our choices, your reactions, your resilience, and your lives.

The messages came through loud and clear:

You’re going to get knocked down — and you’re going to get back up again.
Resilience, resilience,resilience
Ground yourself so the fall isn’t as hard.

Maia pulled the Wheel of Fortune Tarot Card, which makes the efforting a bit more fun in March because it signifies luck, new beginnings, expansion, creativity, big breakthroughs, and unexpected fortune. Interestingly enough it's also a circle like us - celebrating our year anniversary.

We talk about the root chakra being grounding and why March may present you with a choice you can’t avoid.

This isn’t an easy breezy month. It’s an adulting month.
But it’s also a breakthrough month.

Stay grounded.
Stay responsible.
Stay resilient.

And when you get knocked down?
Get the f*ck back up.

Best Friends Since 6th Grade: How an Elementary School Friendship Lasted a Lifetime

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0500

What does it take for a friendship to last from sixth grade to midlife?

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I we dive deep into the origin story of a forever friendship that belongs to Caryn and Jen and began at Brett Harte Elementary School in Cherry Hill, New Jersey — back when Guess jeans, first bras, and hours-long phone calls ruled the world.

This is a story about growing up together and navigating friendship into adulthood. And about choosing each other again and again over decades.

We talk about:

Talking on the phone for hours (when life was innocent and drama meant who liked who)
Playing Uno for hours and chatting on the swings ( a total stranger things moment)
The time they stood up for themselves after a teacher called them “dirt bags”
Getting their periods and figuring out how to use a tampon
Admiration, loyalty, and the safety of a judgment-free zone
A few “mean girl” moments (because high school…)
Why this relationship remains one of the most important in their lives

Through middle school memories, teenage growing pains, and adult responsibilities, what has kept them bonded is something rare:
A total judgment-free zone.

This episode is for anyone who:

Still talks to their elementary school best friend
Wonders how to maintain long-term female friendships
Believes women need lifelong friendships to thrive
Is navigating midlife and reflecting on the people who shaped them

Because sometimes the most important love story in your life… isn’t romantic.
It’s your best friend from 6th grade.

Research shows that long-term female friendships improve mental health, longevity, and emotional resilience. But what does that look like in real life?

It looks like:

Phone cords stretched across bedrooms
Sharing secrets before you even know who you are
Growing up without growing apart
Choosing loyalty over ego
Knowing someone has seen every version of you — and loves you anyway

This is nostalgia, vulnerability, laughter, and real talk about why female friendships are foundational — especially in midlife.

Talking Smack 415 February 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500

February is here and in Talking Smack 415’s Energetic Forecast: Maia’s Take it’s a continuation.
We’re still moving through the energy of 2025 and carrying January with us… until things begin to shift mid-month, right in alignment with the Lunar New Year.

The energy of Feb is all about:
Presence

Paying attention.
Returning—again and again—to now.
February asks us to deepen (or begin) a meditation or centering practice, because staying grounded isn’t automatic—it’s a practice. And it’s on us to keep coming back to center.

The tarot card pulled for the month is Adjustment—which symoblizes balance, equilibrium, and recalibration.

This is the first time that there were three animals:

The Peacock — a Buddhist symbol of transforming poison into medicine, reminding us to alchemize the bad into good.
The Bluebird
The Blue Butterfly

And since they’re all blue—the color of the month is blue. Blue symbolizes spiritual and intellectual powers and it’s the color of the throat chakra. We need to be present his month and think before we speak.

We also share our words for the year, which we didn’t have in January.

Jamie’s is Presence
Debbie’s is Power
Maia’s is Creativity

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Talking Smack 415 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Happy New Year and welcome to Talking Smack 415’s 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia’s Take.

We love that 2026 arrives with a very low tolerance for BS, and Jamie the Great, Maia, and I are already feeling it.

This year is all about shedding, cleansing, and letting go—of people, patterns, places, and habits that drain you instead of replenish you. Think of it as an energetic detox for your life.

Important timing note:
January 2026 acts as an extended transition month—a continuation of 2025. You’re being given a final window to release what no longer serves you. The true energetic new year doesn’t fully kick in until February 2026, and when it does? It’s clean. It’s fresh. It’s different.

Spirit Animal of the Year: The Frog
Frog energy represents cleansing, renewal, and rebirth. Water is medicine this year—whether that’s swimming, cold plunging, baths, or simply being near water. Anything that helps you wash it off matters.

Tarot Energy: The Fool
The first card up signals new beginnings, fresh starts, and bold leaps of faith. The Fool asks you to trust the jump—even before you can see the landing.

Color of the Year: Green
Green shows up everywhere—frog energy, spring energy, heart-chakra energy. And yes, even being green with envy holds wisdom this year. Envy can act as a compass, pointing you toward what your heart truly wants. Let it guide you—not consume you or bring you down.

Numerology Check-In
We’ve just completed a 9-year cycle. 2026 is a 1 year—the energy of initiation, leadership, and starting over. This year is going to feel totally different, which is kind of the point. We’re beginning again.

If you’re ready to release what’s not aligned, trust your heart as a GPS, and step into what’s next with clarity and courage—this forecast is your roadmap.

Tune in, scrub it off, and let 2026 be the year you meet the real you.

PS: Ten years ago, in 2016, I created an art installation called The Shedding. Apparently, the universe loves a long callback.

Family: Jamie the Great’s Nephew Shai Gilmore on Being Raised by the Green–Roseman Crew

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with someone very special: Jamie’s nephew… but also kind of her son… brother… all rolled into one — Shai Gilmore.

Shai’s story blends resilience, humor, and the fierce love that only family can provide.

He takes us back to when he was about 4 years old in Florida, where his Pop-Pop stepped in when life got complicated. Shai opens up about:

Growing up with a mother in recovery
Losing his father to a car accident
Realizing, at just 4 years old, that “something wasn’t right”
Becoming everyone’s favorite Green (sorry, Jamie)
Navigating identity with a different last name
High school chaos, college radio, and pranks
What it felt like when he supported Jamie while she battled cancer

It’s sweet. It’s funny. It’s a little messy.
And above all — it’s a reminder that family is family is family.

We’re launching this episode for the holidays because Shai’s name literally means “gift.” So here it is: the gift of Shai — his laughter, love, and light — for your holiday season.

Whether you’re in the Bay Area, Florida, New Jersey, or navigating your own family story, this episode is for you.

Grab your earbuds or hop in the car and press play.

Talking Smack 415 December's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0500

December is here and when Jamie the Great and I sit down with Maia in Talking Smack’s 415 Energetic forecast Maia’s take, we learn it’s giving “horse sprinting at full speed” energy… but the actual message?

Slow. Down.

The year flew by, the holidays are chaos, and it’s tempting to keep galloping so you don’t have to feel your feelings — but nope. December wants you to pause and actually process the good, the hard, and the “WTF was that?” moments.

Maia says this quote is MLK but it may actually be Pittak Elk says:

“It’s the bumps that help you climb.”
Every bumpy moment this year was you leveling up.

New level, new devil — but also new power.

Tarot Card: The Sun… AGAIN

The Sun card popped up again this month, which means the universe is like:
“Did you get the message or do I need to say it again?”

Themes:

creativity
joy
clarity
wishes coming true
stepping into your actual magic

If you shrugged it off last month… December is doubling down.

Rumi Moment
Rumi’s The Guest House is the vibe:
Let all the emotions in.
Even the uninvited ones.
They’re messengers, not punishments.

Flower of the Month: White Lily

Purity. Grace. Rebirth.
A soft reset for your whole system.

TL;DR December Energy

Slow down enough to actually feel things
Reflect without judging yourself
Honor the bumps — they built your strength
Creativity + joy = front and center
Rebirth energy is loading

You’re ending 2025 wiser, louder, and way more you

Besties for Life: Keri & Beth on 27 Years of Friendship

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Laughter and friendship feeds the soul — and in this Talking Smack 415 episode, we’re kicking off our Friendship Series with longtime besties Keri Fishman and Beth Amabile, who have shared 27 years of love, laughter, loss, motherhood, and magic.

Hosts Debbie Mink & Jamie the Great sit down with Keri and Beth to talk about what it really means to be friends in midlife — from saying “I love you” for the first time to showing up through pregnancy loss, illness, and life’s curveballs. Together, we explore the soul of female friendship. Plus science says it improves longevity, reduces stress, and keeps us grounded.

This is our first four-person episode, full of stories, laughter, and truth. It’s about love, connection, and the power of showing up for each other — no matter what.

Text your bestie, say hi, listen together or apart then chat about it.

Got a friendship story to share? Email us at talkingsmack415@gmail.com to be featured in a future episode.

November's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with Maia for November’s energetic forecast — and November sounds like it’s gonna be a good month for all of us!

Maia sees tornado energy — things are getting shaken up! The first half of November may feel messy and inconvenient, but this disruption is good. It’s clearing the path so the dust can settle in a way that’s far more aligned with your purpose.

Once the storm passes, the vibe shifts. Maia pulled the Sun Tarot card — which is her favorite and symbolizes that creativity, wish fulfillment, and radiant joy take center stage. November’s message is about creative transformation, sacral chakra activation, and reconnecting with your inner power.

Symbolism highlights:

Flower: Orange Chrysanthemum — passion, resilience, and joy
Chakra: Sacral — creation, flow, sensuality ( plies it’s orange too)
Spirit Animal: Elephant — wisdom, prosperity, and removing obstacles

Remember this month, when you’re in the middle of shake up it’s for the good. The disruption can be a redirection in a positive direction

The Real Deal on Menopause: Hormones, HRT & Pelvic Health with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, a leading expert in menopause, perimenopause, and andropause health.

Dr. Greenleaf is a board-certified urogynecologist, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and founder of the International Pause Institute, where she helps women and men reclaim their energy, confidence, and hormonal balance through holistic care. She also leads The Pelvic Floor Store, an online resource for pelvic health, and Femversity, a women’s empowerment and education platform.

With over two decades in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Greenleaf is known for blending science with humor and warmth—making it easier to talk about sensitive topics like hormones, sexual health, and menopause symptoms. She even channels her creativity into producing a Menopause Rock Album, Menopause Memo, by drbetsygreenleafbeats.

In this episode, we answer listener questions about:

Natural strategies and lifestyle changes for perimenopause and menopause
Foods and supplements that support hormone balance—and what to avoid
Hot flashes and night sweats: causes, meaning, and relief techniques
HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy): safety after 55, cancer, and heart-health myths
Topical estrogen for skin and face—does it really work?
HRT vs. birth control for perimenopause symptoms: what’s best and when
Which hormones improve mood, sleep, and irritability—estrogen, progesterone, or both
Bone health beyond calcium: exercise, protein, and key nutrients
Pelvic floor health, prolapse, and reclaiming strength and confidence
Lab testing (bloodwork, DUTCH test), hormone tracking, and how to read your results
And more

Listen, subscribe, and share this episode with those navigating peri or menopause. Don’t forget to rate and review Talking Smack 415 so more peeps can find us.

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October's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Jamie the Great and I chat with Maia as she breaks down the October 2025 energy forecast — exploring how to move with purpose, embrace new beginnings, and refresh your spirit.

October’s energy feels like a quiet new beginning. Even though we’re moving into fall, the month carries a spring-like renewal — soft, feminine, and deeply intentional. It’s about surrendering and allowing, letting things unfold naturally.

⚡️ Number of the Month: 1
October is a 1 month in numerology, symbolizing fresh starts and new cycles — amplifying themes of renewal and possibility.

We chat about:

New beginnings through endings (after September’s closures)
Feminine, quiet, and internal energy
Slowing down to speed up
Moving methodically with thought and intention
A gentle “fall refresh” — like a spring clean, but softer

⚡️ Jewish New Year 5786
When you add it all together (5+7+8+6 = 26 → 2+6 = 8), the number is 8: abundance!

⚡️ Tarot Card: Ace of Cups
The overflowing cup — a reminder to give love freely and watch it flow back to you.

⚡️ Spirit Animal: Frog
The frog carries water energy, representing cleansing and emotional release. Cleansing isn’t just about your space or body — it’s about letting go of people, habits, and energies that no longer light you up. It can be as simple as a bath, a shower, or connecting with natural water. (Jamie and I are all about the ocean!)

And finally — Happy Birthday to all the Libras out there! I’m one of you too.

Matchmaking, Modern Love & Why Your Profile Picture Matters with Matchmaker Kami

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I get real about matchmaking for marriage, dating apps, and what it takes to build meaningful connections in today’s world with Matchmaker Kami. Kami is a matchmaker and dating coach who has been trained by the Aleeza Ben Sholom from Netflix Jewish Matchmaker fame.

We explore why matchmaking starts with creating connections at its most basic level, and why your profile picture may be the single most important part of meeting someone new on a app. From tips on taking a great headshot to navigating apps without getting lost in the hookup culture, to getting yourself to the place in which you love yourself ( do that first before contacting Kami) our guest share insights that can change the way you look at modern dating.

We also bring in audience questions that cut straight to the heart of today’s dating struggles:

“Why are the men so terrible?”
“How do I just meet someone to hang out with—like grab a meal, take a walk, or visit a museum—without all the pressure of dating apps?”
“What’s your take on the rise of polyamory and ethical non-monogamy?”
“How do you approach matchmaking for single moms and their unique situations?”

Along the way, we talk about:

What makes a great first impression (and why your photo matters most)
How to craft a dating profile without feeling intimidated
Meeting people IRL by finding spaces you already love
Why your gut instinct and first impression may be off
Overcoming social anxiety and expanding your circle
Love languages, theme songs, and the role of music in attraction
Why gratitude—not weight, age, or height—might be the real secret to finding lasting love

Connect with Matchmaker Kami:

Instagram: @MatchmakerKami
Email: matchmakerkami@gmail.com
And you can hear all about Kami’s own personal story in a three episode series on the Infamous Podcast From Conned to Cupid
Gay Matchmaking Daniel Silber at Little Gay Book

Whether you’re swiping, searching, or setting up your friends, this episode is packed with raw honesty, practical tips, and plenty of laughs about the realities of modern love.

Do it Like Dylan, Dawn Geller’s Story of Grief, Love, & Advocacy

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 17:00:00 -0400

This episode is like no other. In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the great and I sit down with Dawn Geller. Dawn recently experienced every mother’s worst nightmare, the sudden tragic death of her 20 year old son Dylan. This interview is raw, the pain cuts through your soul, and Dawn is beyond courageous to share her story.

We retrace the phone calls and the experience the day of Dylan’s death
We dive into grief and grief counseling
We talk about the funeral and being supported by a village

And we remember Dylan - the light he was in the world, how he lived with compassion, resilience, a deep commitment to helping others, and he always rooted for the underdog. He leaves behind his legacy and continues to sprinkle his fairy dust ( as Jamie the Great says) through the Do it Like Dylan Non Profit .

Do It Like Dylan was established by the siblings of Dylan Geller to honor his memory. Their mission is to advance Epilepsy research, provide scholarships for students pursuing degrees in Special Education, and advocate for critical Epilepsy safety legislation. Through these efforts, the family strives to continue Dylan’s legacy of kindness, inclusion, and lasting impact.

You can donate here or volunteer here .

In addition through Dylan’s organ donations he saved 150 lives that night. If you happen to be one of the lucky recipients of Dylan’s organs please reach out. The family would love to meet you.

It's a heartbreaking and uplifting episode, grab your tissues .

May his memory be a blessing.

זיכרונם לברכה / zikhronam livrakha

If you or anyone you know has epilepsy please share this episode and make sure they are wearing a Level 1 Life Jacket in the water- it’s life saving and will turn most unconscious wearers face-up in water.

It’s not epilepsy that kills you it’s what you’re doing when epilepsy strikes that kills you.

Learn more about Do it Like Dylan on facebook & Instagram

PS- SAVE THE DATE - The Do It Like Dylan 5k run/ family walk is Saturday, November 15th. Location information to come.

September's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 14:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Maia dives into September’s energy forecast, spotlighting the power of shifting perspectives to see the world as full of miracles and opportunities. September 2025 carries big “endings and beginnings” energy, making it the perfect time to focus on routines, discipline, and setting yourself up for success.

In this episode, Maia shares:

The importance of morning and evening rituals
How to envision your day and reflect at night
The Tarot card of the month: Princess of Disks—signaling new opportunities and growth
The spirit animal Owl—bringing wisdom, shadow work, and clarity in the dark
The magic of self-love and self-awareness as tools for transformation

Tune in to this month’s energy forecast and get inspired to step into September with clarity, intention, for a killer morning and evening routine Let’s GO!

Comedy, Culture & Smashing the Patriarchy with Lynn Harris of GOLD Comedy

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 18:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with Lynn Harris—founder and CEO of GOLD Comedy, the trailblazing comedy school, professional network, and content studio helping women and non-binary creatives launch their comedy careers, build community, and create hilarious, culture-shifting content.

Beyond comedy, Lynn is an award-winning journalist and novelist whose work has changed the national conversation around violence against young women—leading to new federal protections. She’s also the author of six books, including Death By Chick Lit and Breakup Girl to the Rescue!

We cover so much in this episode:

How comedy is smashing the patriarchy
The power of humor to create change and get people to listen
Up-and-coming comedians to watch (Cameron Esposito, Maria Bamford, Naomi Ekperigin, Aparna Nancherla)
Pop culture and the Coldplay cheating corporate CEO kiss-cam moment
Gen X women having a comedy moment—challenging ageism, sexism, and invisibility on-screen
The inside scoop on GOLD Comedy membership & programs
Lynn’s brilliant idea for how we can finally get paid just for being us

Plus, Lynn is super generous—so much so that she’s offering a special discount code for GOLD Comedy membership. Just DM her on Insta and let her know you heard about GOLD on Talking Smack 415 to grab it!

📍 Find Lynn at goldcomedy.com
📸 On Instagram: @goldcomedy
💌 DM Lynn directly for membership details & discounts @lynnharris

August's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0400

August is bringing major shifts — and it feels way better than July! In this episode, Maia shares her exciting energetic forecast for August 2025, and it’s all about luck, transformation, and alignment.

🌟 Theme of the month: Luck
🐞 Spirit animal: Ladybug — a symbol deeply connected to both Jamie the Great (who may have been one in a past life!) and Maia, who has two ladybug tattoos for her kids.
🎱 Magic 8 Ball vibes: It’s time to ask for what you want.

We’re currently in the powerful Lion’s Gate Portal, peaking on 8/8, when Sirius, the brightest star in the sky, floods the Earth with high-frequency light. Maia explains how to manifest what you want by aligning with the energy of already having it.

Don’t worry — if that sounds too woo for you, we also get real: manifestation is about taking aligned action.

🔮 Tarot Reading – Both cards are from the Disks suit (finances, health, career, physical world):

6 of Disks: Success, transformation, and good fortune
2 of Disks: Change that leads to expansion and stability
Together they add up to 8 — reinforcing the 8/8 portal power.

⚠️ Maia’s warning: Beware of comparison. Stay in your lane, in your energy.

✨ Key topics:

August 2025 energy forecast
Lion’s Gate portal 8/8
Spirit animals and signs
Tarot reading and numerology
Manifestation + aligned action
How to avoid the comparison trap

Get into the frequency of success, ask for what you want, and let the universe meet you there.

Careers, Coaching & LinkedIn with Kate Sargent—Coach, Consultant & Boss with Sass

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 19:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415 we chat with Career Coach and Consultant, Kate Sargent @yourcareerplusone. Kate is the founder of KJS Coaching & Consulting, where she has coached over 1,000 job seekers and helps businesses scale their people operations, and The Plus One Collective, a purpose-driven community for freelancers and consultants. She has 20 years of experience in People Ops at companies like The North Face, Method, and Allbirds.

We chat about:

How Kate got into coaching, built her business from scratch, and blew up by word of mouth and LinkedIn
Latest buzz word “fractional”- what it is
The generosity flywheel & abundance mindset (it’s not just woo, it works)
Salary negotiations - you always have to ask
Networking reframe (and how to do it even if you’re an introvert)
Real talk about the job market, career coaching for recent college grads, career pivots in your mid 40s, how to use LinkedIn- and more.

Plus: we take audience questions from @hey_it’st0m, @theclassieprofessor, Abby, and a surprise text mid-recording. And Kate has a mic-drop answer to the question she wishes people would ask her—but rarely do.

And yes—somehow we end up talking about butt cheeks, which makes a bizarrely appropriate segue into my latest original song, My Bikini. Make sure you listen through to the end- we go out with it. Is it a career-limiting maneuver? We’ll let you decide.

Fasten your seatbelt for this fast-talking, takeaway-packed episode. Share it with your peeps on the job hunt, in career transition, or wondering what’s next. We’d love if you rate and review so other peeps can find us too.

You can find Kate on all these links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ksarge

IG: https://www.instagram.com/yourcareerplusone

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yourcareerplusone

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourcareerplusone

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yourcareerplusone

And on Slack channels - the Plus One Collective and Fractional People People

July's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0400

July is here—and it’s a powerful one. In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great sit down with psychotherapist and energy healer Maia Taub to dive into July’s energetic themes using the Akashic Records and intuitive tarot guidance.

Maia shares why this month feels like peeling back and orange and deep ocean currents—dark, emotional, and transformative—and how to move through it with presence and power.

🌀 In this episode, we explore:

July’s emotional energy forecast
Tarot wisdom from the 7 of Wands and The Priestess
The power of meditation and intuitive clarity
How to embrace inner truth and spiritual alignment
Fox spirit energy: observation, adaptability, and subtle transformation

🎧 Theme song of the month? Whitney’s “How Will I Know”—because the answers are within.

✨ Maia also introduces her 6-week Soul Alignment Series combining depth psychotherapy and energy healing to support your transformation this month.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.maiataub.com/workshops

The Best We Could: Healing from Intergenerational Trauma with Ellyn Mantell

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 18:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with Ellyn Mantell—mother, grandmother, devoted wife for over 50 years, ostomate, advocate, and motivational speaker. Ellyn shares the inspiring story behind her memoir, “The Best We Could,” which is about her journey healing from intergenerational trauma after surviving childhood abuse, raising her sisters, finding love and more. Tune in for a powerful conversation about resilience, self worth, and the legacy of hope Ellyn is building for future generations. Invite Ellyn to your book club and connect with her on Instagram and Facebook.

Connect with Ellyn:

Instagram: @EllynMantellWrites

Facebook: EllynMatnellwrites

Email: Ellynmantell@aol.com

June's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 01:00:00 -0400

In June’s Energetic Forecast: Maia’s Take, Maia shares that June is short and sweet and all about love!

June is for lovers and love is in the air. Whether it’s loving yourself or loving someone else, June is all about love.

It’s a vibe, whimsical, nostalgic and slow with fireflies and hammocks.

Immerse yourself fully in the energy of June.

Maia pulls tarot cards:

8 of disks - which is prudence - message is everything that is coming to fruition is really good but still need to take good care of it. Be delicate with yourself!
Everything unfolds at the proper time.
Ace of cups - overflowing love .

Animal is a dragonfly which is all about illusion. Don’t believe the illusions that you tell yourself that hold you back.

Enjoy June!

Programmatic Prison Reform, Rooting for Underdogs, and Pickleball with Sunny Schwartz

Wed, 28 May 2025 18:00:00 -0400

On today’s episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with badass extraordinaire, Sunny Schwartz, — a nationally recognized leader in criminal justice reform, restorative justice, and prison rehabilitation programs.

Sunny is the author of Dreams from the Monster Factory, which tells her raw and riveting journey from the South Side of Chicago to becoming a pioneering force in alternatives to incarceration, prison education, and restorative justice initiatives in San Francisco. Despite not having a college degree, Sunny became a lawyer, defied expectations, and shook up the justice system from the inside.

We dive deep into her founding of the Resolve to Stop the Violence Project (RSVP) — a program that slashed violent re-arrest rates by up to 80%, as well as Five Keys Charter School, the first U.S. high school for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated adults. Sunny also helped launch Home Free, a vital reentry housing initiative for domestic violence survivors and women impacted by trauma.

Her work has been honored by Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government and featured on Oprah, PBS, and Larry King Live.

And now she’s binging pickleball, the fastest growing sport in America to the prisons.

If you're curious about:

Restorative justice and trauma-informed reform
Innovative prison education programs
Reducing recidivism through community-based solutions
The power of second chances and not giving up
Stories from the frontlines of jail reform in San Francisco
Why Sunny roots for the Cubs and the Giants…
And what she wish people would ask her and never do

...then you don’t want to miss this episode.

Subscribe, share, rate, and review if you believe in justice, transformation, rooting for the underdog, and laughter and friendship to feed your soul!

May's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:00:00 -0400

In May’s energetic forecast, Maia’s Take, Maia shares that May feels deep. It’s about adulting ( we don’t really like this because who wants to adult?- it’s hard!)

But as Maia explains it’s more about adulting in a calm no drama, slightly boring way. And, you feel accomplished. There is also the message that runs through all of May which is fear isn’t real and everything is fine.

Something becomes clear. Something that has been troubling you or taking your energy.

We also learn that something good is wanting to emerge and come into life but you are afraid of it.

Maia pulls a Tarot card - Futility aka the Seven of swords. She shares the message that your fears have nothing to do with reality. Wake up and see what’s really happening.

Then she pulls another card, the Princess of Wands. This card says your old fears have lost their power over you. They’re dead remains can not frighten you anymore. Reflect on your greatest strengths.

Number 5 - completion, you’re done with one piece. Now it’s time stop and celebrate that win.

And shout out to Jamie the Great whose birthday is May 18!

And the rejection comes up. You are going to realize why the rejection is redirection or protection.

Plus a bonus - Maia asked for a sign and got a Blue Heron which is our symbol for the month.

Permanent Makeup: More than Skin Deep with Browhaus Studio Owner, Andrea Cerini-Fawthrop

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with permanent makeup artist extraordinaire Andrea Cerini-Fawthrop. Andrea is a licensed esthetician, makeup artist, and certified permanent makeup artist through the American Academy of Micropigmentation, specializing in brow shaping and makeup artistry.

We discuss:

How growing up in the salon from age 14 inspired Andrea to combine brow shaping, makeup, and her art background to create perfect permanent enhancements tailored to each face.
The convenience permanent makeup offers for active lifestyles.
The evolution of permanent makeup \and how Andrea uses cutting-edge techniques to create hyper-realistic brows to achieve natural-looking results.
The profound role permanent makeup plays in helping patients with cancer, thyroid conditions, and female pattern baldness regain confidence and feel like themselves.

Andrea’s advice: “Don’t be afraid of this. It’s life-changing. Just research your artist.”

See Andrea’s phenomenal work on Instagram @browhaus_studio_nj or visit her website at Browhaus Studio.

Special shoutout to Kathryn, Andrea’s mentor, who kept my and Jamie the Great's brows on point from middle school until I moved to San Francisco. Kathryn continues to help women in Cherry Hill look fabulous.

Get active, jump in the ocean, do yoga—and listen to this episode on the way. Imagine how amazing you’ll look after microblading or lip blushing!

Don’t forget to share with friends and family and leave us a review—it helps others find us.

Overcoming Relationship Trauma with Kayla

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 21:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with Kayla, an amazing single mom who’s turned her heartbreak into a powerful story of healing and growth. After catching her long time partner and father of her child cheating, Kayla embarked on a journey to heal from relationship trauma and rediscover herself.

We dive into:

The red flags she ignored and what she learned from them
How she transformed her childhood trauma into a source of strength
Reparenting her inner child—a game-changer for her healing
Rediscovering herself beyond motherhood
Embracing her superpowers—resilience, empathy & caring
Dating again —how she’s navigating healthy relationships
And how Stoicism’s theory—“the obstacle is the way”—helped shape her mindset

If you know someone who’s: a new mom, newly single, or just looking for inspiration to rediscover themselves, share this episode! Kayla’s story is a reminder that healing is fun, is a process, and starts from within.

Here are some resources Kayla recommends to help you heal:

And, if you want to be a part of Kayla's growing mom community please reach out to me or Jamie and we’ll put you in touch with her.

April's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -0400

In April's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take, we're bringing you something new. Our first two time guest, Maia Taub, is back. She's a psychotherapist, intuitive and Soul Alignment practitioner. Maia is tapping into the energy of April to see what it has in store for you. We’re keeping it short and interrupting less. You can hear all about April in under 16 minutes so press play now.

Drop a comment or DM us after to share what resonates with you.

And, if you want t a sneak peek April is all about:

Expansive airy spaciousness
- Lots of buzz and bee’s and social gatherings
- Sucking the nectar out of life
- A warning to only say “Yes” to the social events that resonate with you
Tarot Card is pulled it’s the Fools: which symbolises new beginning, fresh starts, and taking a leap
The number 4: 4th month of the year, a solid 4, symbolizing stability and building a strong foundation
Marigolds: stay open to the messages your passed loved ones are trying to send you
Chakras speaking for April: sacral and solar plexus are all about integrating creativity, sexuality, sensuality and use them as a form of expression in the world.

If you want to learn more about Maia you can check out her interview here Soul Alignment with Maia Taub

And check out her website MaiaTaub.com

Unfiltered Updates with Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415 it’s Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great, and that's it! You know we can talk and talk and talk. We update you on life's curveballs, comebacks and other topics:

Jamie’s cancer update
Pussy Quilt art opening
Debbie’s job search
Jamie’s blind dog

And you know we cover tons of other things too.

Shout out to Arnies for their Mac &Cheese - Jamie loves to eat this while her mouth is healing.

And as you know the best medicine is laughter. So if you're in need of medicine press play and share with all your friends who need some #laughterandfriendshiptofeedyoursoul.

Vision and Goals and Your Word for the Year with Professional Coach Lisa Jacobs

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -0500

In our latest episode of Talking Smack 415 Jamie the Great and I chat with Lisa Jacobs.

Lisa is a Professional Certified Coach trained in Brene Brown’s Dare to Lead™ method and certified in mindfulness and emotional intelligence. She is a speaker, facilitator and leadership coach.

As an ignitor, she guides daring leaders to move forward with greater awareness, boldness, and alignment so they achieve their goals.

Her work stands on the belief that growth is not just a goal; it’s a practice. Unlike traditional coaching that focuses solely on mindset or strategy, she integrates movement, reflection, and purposeful action to align both body and mind.

Lisa’s direct, heart-centered approach leads clients through life’s challenges with fierce clarity, leading to authentic growth and lasting change. Whatever you are not changing, you are choosing.

We discuss Lisa’s journey to becoming a coach, her mindfulness practices, showing up for yourself, and her process for choosing and teaching people how to choose their word for the year. And so much more!

So if you or any of your friends or family is looking to pick your word for the year this episode is for you.

You can find all things Lisa on her website https://www.lisajacobscoaching.com/

Check back soon because her site is about to relaunch!

And, shout out to Pam Rosenberg who recommend we interview Lisa! We love interviewing guests that you recommend so hit us up insta @ringletleader or Talkingsmack415@gmail.com .

Soul Alignment with Maia Taub

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 23:00:00 -0500

In the latest episode of Talking Smack 415, we chat with psychotherapist, Maia Taub about her Soul Alignment practice. We learn so many new words like Akashic Records, transference, the Clairs, energy hygiene. We discuss her process and how she keeps her therapy both separate and integrative with Soul Alignment. We talk about souls, reincarnation, chakras, Energy healing, past life regressions and so much more. Listen to the end to hear a q that Maia wishes people would ask her but don’t. Plus we continue to create connection as we weave in references to our past guests like Carolyn Flyer and Elissa Meryl.

Grab your earbuds head out in nature and tap into your intuition. Please share with all your friends and families who are interested in learning about intuitive readings and finding alignment.

You can read more about Soul Alignment on Maia’s website

And check out her teacher, Niki Novo https://www.nikkinovo.com/

Nicole Mazzitelli's Journey from Lyme Disease to Bee Venom Therapy to Beekeeper

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415 Jamie the Great and I chat with Nicole Mazzitelli. Nicole shares her journey from struggling for years with various illnesses to getting diagnosed with Lyme Disease to healing herself with bee venom therapy to becoming a beekeeper. We cover it all including how Facebook saved her life, how she loves swarms, and taking pictures.
Go outside, take a walk, listen and look for bees and or go to your local beekeeper and stock up on some honey.

Share with your friends or family who may be suffering from Lyme or may not know what they are suffering from.

You can find all things Nicole on insta @nicolemazzhoney

Transformations, Connections and More with Health & Wellness Coach Stef McCarthy

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 22:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with social worker, integrative health & wellness coach, inferno hot pilates instructor, and one of Jamies' healers, Stef McCarthy. We chat about Stef's transformation from talk therapy to movement therapy and how her personal growth journey helps her spread her magic by creating connections. We go all over the place and chat about Stef's experience with cancer, feeling free in your body in your 50's, and mindset shifts. This has all led to Stef's "YES YOU CAN!" motto. And Steff answers, "what is a question you wish people would ask you but don't"

Move, breathe, pop in your ear buds and make some connections!

Please share with all your friends and family who need some inspo to start to move.

And, don't forget to subscribe to Talking Smack 415 on apple podcasts so you're the first to know when a new episode drops. And, if you have a spare moment leave us a rating and review, it will help other peeps find us.

PS- you can find all things Stef on insta @healthyself4444 https://www.instagram.com/healthyself4444/

Interview with Annie Korzen author of "The Book of Annie - Humor, Heart & Chutzpah from an Accidental Influencer"

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:00:00 -0400

In this Episode of Talking Smack 415 Jamie the Great and I chat with Annie Korzen author of, “The Book of Annie: Humor, Heart, and Chutzpah from an Accidental Influencer”. Annie is an actor, comedian, author, storyteller, influencer and 85 year old powerhouse who loves to talk just as much as we do. We chat about her book and cover a ton of topics including finding your passion, dealing with anxiety, community, maintaining relationships despite geographical distance. We discuss what success looks like and the Yiddish terms "chutzpah" and "yenta." And most importantly we laugh.
If you are craving inspo, words of wisdom and belly laughs, grab your earbuds, head to the beach and hit play!

When you’re done listening to this episode go buy her book to keep the LOLS rolling.

You can find all things Annie Korzen on her website.

And, don’t forget to follow her on TikTok - where she meets and chats with all kinds of fascinating people.

Psychologist Elissa Meryl's Ketamine Assisted Practice

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415 Jamie the Great and I chat with Psychologist Elissa Meryl.

Elissa specializes in treating patients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues to name a few. She integrates many types of therapies in her treatments and in this episode we focus on Ketamine-Assisted therapy.

We chat about her personal journey as a Ketamine patient as well as a practitioner. We cover the pros, the cons, the drug industry taking on new medicine research, and of course we laugh and go all over the place!

You can find out more about Elissa's practice here

And here is the link to the Huberman Labs podcast that Elissa references.

If you struggle with mental health, depression ( even the littlest bit), or feel stuck, grab your ear buds, take a walk and listen. And don't forget to share with your friends and family.

PS- Elissa is my pickle in my pickleball crew and when we play together we are known as the picklecurls! Look out pickleballers.

Cancer update from Jamie the Great & Debbie the Best

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400

A year after her cancer surgery @jamiethegreat updates you on her progress.

We chat about

Not being a #fuckcancer person
Being a warrior
Community
Genetic connection between Ashkenazi Jews and oral cancer

Then we naturally switch gears and chat about menopause, weight loss & hormones.

And, Debbie shares about her upcoming job search and she's curious if you want to follow along or just be updated at the end?
What does Debbie do?
Debbie delivers fully integrated digital messaging and 360 degree visual storytelling that inspires customers, drives brand perception, and leverages the latest cutting-edge technologies for an eCommerce company. She is also a leader in the well-being space driving integration and adoption for internal teams.

She excels in the following areas:

Leading teams through change
Building relationships
Navigating highly matrixed organizations
Digital content creation and optimization
Strategic planning

Debbie is focusing her career journey on the well-being and behavior change industry so she can continue to add value and create impact.
She would love to lead a team that is focused on:

Well-being or DEI program integration, creation & facilitation
Learning & development

And as Jamie the Great says... Hire her- she is the best! If you have any leads for Debbie hit her up on LinkedIn.

Grab your sparkle gummies, tequila, and 4th of July gear, hop in the car, and press play. Your celebration starts now!

Don't forget to share with friends and family members.

From Cherry Hill, NJ to LA - Jaime Feldman's Music Industry Career

Sun, 19 May 2024 17:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with music exec and friend from high school, Jaime Feldman. ( yes two James' at once!)

We have a lot to catch up on, about 32 years! We chat about Jaime Feldman's:

Nontraditional career path from Sam Goody associate in the Echelon and Cherry Hill malls all the way to LA music executive
Having grit, being focused, and taking advantage of opportunities
Advice for those who want to enter the music industry
And not to name drop but we touch on his friendship with Steven Tyler, Bonnie Raitt and Ziggy Marley to name a few!

And of course we get back to two q's:

How can Bangs or Botox go viral?
How can Jamie the Great and I get paid for just being us?

Hop in your car, head to the beach, and tune in!

PS- Please share with all your friends and family from Jersey and LA and anyone interested in a career in music.

Randi Green's Mental Health Journey

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 23:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415 Jamie the Great and I chat with her sister Randi Green. Randi shares her journey with mental health and addication. We chat about:

Perspective
Grit
Meds
Friendship
Community

And of course family!

Hop in your car, press play, and share this with anyone who you think may be struggling with mental health issues and addiction.

Catching up with Debbie Mink & Jamie the Great!

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500

You know we love to talk and laugh! In the latest episode of Talking Smack 415, Debbie & Jamie the Great catch up. It's just the two of us interrupting each other, sharing what we've been yacking about off mic.
We chat about:

Menopause
Hormones
Crystals
And most important Jamie the Great shares a cancer update.

Grab your coffee, grab your dog, grab your earbuds, and come hang with us! This episode is full of laughter and friendship to feed your soul.

Don't forget to share with a friend or family member who needs some LOLS!

Going VIral with TikTok Sensation Brianna Apple

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 21:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with viral TikTok sensation Brianna Apple. We dive deep into her story and cover so many topics:

Being Jewish
Stereotypes and misinterpretations of her work
Struggles to keep content light and humorous for Jewish followers and not feed into the antisemitic backlash she has received
Brand deals
Content creation process
Dating in New York and Hinge reviews
Israel
Camp
Sleep habits
And so much more!

Grab your earbuds, start your commute, press play and get ready to LOL!

You can find all things Brianna on TikTok or on Insta!

PS - Don't forget to share with your friends and little influencers.

Bird watching with JT Birds

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with our friend from high school, JT Birds. JT 's a bird watcher who goes birding every day. He leads tours and is on a mission to share as much about birds as possible. He'll inspire you to tune in and care about your habitat and the planet to change the way you move through the world. We fly right in with lots of bird puns as JT shares his metamorphosis and perspective shift that emerged from the pandemic.

We talk about:

Being present
Meditation
Photography
Videography
Barry Manilow
His future plans or birding

And we even fly way back to our past lives and roots and chat about our Yiddish names.

Grab your earbuds and binoculars and head outside to listen and tune in to the birds.

Please share with your nature-loving friends and family.

You can find all things JT Birds on jtbirds.net and on insta @JT_Birds

Aging Gracefully with Dr. Erika Siegel

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Hit the gym, jump in your car, or get in the kitchen and listen to this episode!

Jamie the Great and I are interviewing Dr. Erika Siegel.

Dr. Siegel is a:

Naturopathic Physician
Acupuncturist
Mom
Juggler of life's abundance
She has been practicing Functional Integrative Medicine for over 20 years

And, she just launched her first 2- volume book set, "Nourish Me Kitchen", which offers essential health wisdom and wholesome everyday recipes.

As you can imagine with all the naturopathic advice and a new book there's a ton to chat about. Which creates lots of juicy takeaways for you.

We chat about:

Aging gracefully
Anti-inflammatory foods
Limiting beliefs
Why you may wanna add Himalayan salt to your water… pure hydration!
Soup - lots and lots of soup
Answer a listener's q on intermittent fasting and how it affects cancer cells
Having grace and trusting your own body
Sauce on the side
Air fryers
Bone broth

Of course, we LOL and get back to colonoscopies and breast health.

Please share with friends and family who need to learn about aging gracefully!

You can find all things Erika at www.nourishme.com and on instagram, @nourishmekitchen

The other book Erika references in this episode is written by
Dr. Jason Fung and it is either, "The Complete Guide to Fasting " or "Life in the Fasting Lane."

Interview with Jamie The Great's Therapist, Gregory Garber

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 17:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, we meet one of Jamie the Great's healers, her therapist, Gregory Garber. We chat about:

The emotional rollercoaster of cancer
Normalizing the feelings around it
Jamie as a patient
Cycles patients go through
We try and make some jokes but cancer isn't that funny

Listen in to hear where Jamie is in her process. And, please share with anyone who wants to keep up with Jamie's progress and or who may be learning how to live with cancer.

PS: Shout out to Oyster House for being the most consistently delicious restaurant in Philly according to Gregory Garber!

Jamie the Great's oral cancer story continued - 5 weeks after her first surgery

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Jamie the Great is back on Talking Smack 415 a mere five weeks post major cancer surgery. To remind you, they removed part of Jamie the Great's jaw and rebuilt it with a bone in her leg. Now she's back on the mic, recording her story to share with you.

In this episode, we chat about:

How phenomenal her husband Andy has been
How awesome her entire family has been
All the love from you that is helping heal her
Last day of work
Surgery & feeding tubes
TV
Surrender, a total relaxing of the nervous system & calmness
Throat & third eye chakra
Healing with her dogs

And, in the spirit of doing it messy, we continue recording through our technical glitch.

Leaving you with this.... all Jamie the Great needs right now is space for her to heal along with your continued love. Keep sending those love vibes because she feels it!

xo,
Talking Smack 415
Debbie Mink & Jamie the Great

Jamie the Great Shares her Oral Cancer Story

Tue, 16 May 2023 23:00:00 -0400

On May 18Th Jamie the Great turns 50. On May 19Th Jamie the Great goes in for major surgery to remove the top left side of her jaw to get rid of cancer in her mouth. The recovery time will be close to 6 months. As you listen to this episode send her love and healing vibes.

I Love you Jamie the Great!

PS - We're pausing the podcast until Jamie is ready to record again!

Colonoscopies and More with Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kevin Skole

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400

If you're like Jamie the Great and myself, you're close to 50 give or take a few years. And, a hot topic amongst your friend group is colonoscopies.

After my first one, I had so many questions and knew we had an opportunity to share our experiences, demystify the colonoscopy, explain the why behind them - spoiler alert - colon cancer prevention - and of course LAUGH about it all. Enter our next guest, Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kevin Skole. We go deep sharing our colonoscopy experiences and discussing everything from:

Types of procedures
Prep
Different sedation
Dr jokes
And more…

Please share this informative episode with all your friends, coworkers and family members who are about to have a colonoscopy and or who have had one recently.

"One a Day" Documentary Photo Project with Photographer Brian Molyneaux

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0500

If you're looking for inspiration and love hearing about artists’ processes and purpose then this episode is for you. Jamie the Great and I interview commercial photographer, actor, musician, and creator of the “One a Day” photo documentary project, Brian Molyneaux.

We dive deep into the, "One a Day” project and it’s evolution. “One a Day” project started as a response to the political divide in our country and world in 2016, a handshake, a picture, and “maybe I’ll try this for a month” and has turned into an intuitive daily practice for over 7 years.

We talk about:

Process
Stories
People
Cognitive decline
Light

And, Brian shares ideas for his next project & all of his creative endeavors that he keeps exploring.

And, naturally, there are plenty of interruptions!

You can check out Brian’s, "One a Day" project on his Insta @Brianmolyneaux

Grab your earbuds or headphones head outside for a walk and get inspired by this episode and share with someone who needs some inspo!

Mic Drop Moments with Comedian Toni Nagy

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 21:00:00 -0500

If you're looking for some inspiration then this episode of Talking Smack 415 is for you! Jamie the Great and I interview artist, comedian, influencer, content creator, and healer, Toni Nagy.

We laugh and absorb so many mic drop moments on these topics:

Perpetual dissatisfaction
Speaking your truth
Duality
Co-Dependent Personality Disorder
Patriarchy
Play
Time & creativity
Healing

You can find all things Toni on insta @toninagy

And you can find her Somatic movement classes at sidestreamstudio.com

Talking Whole Health with Wellness Coach Joanne Schell from Blueberry Nutrition

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 20:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I interview health and wellness coach, Joanne Schell, from Blueberry Nutrition. If you are thinking about bringing a new mindset to your health and wellness in the new year, this episode is a great place to start.
We chat about alignment and how it affects your health and wellness goals. And we debunk the:

diet industry
menopause marketing to women
meditation myths.

Joanne teaches us about the 5-minute sit, which she's developed to help her clients connect with themselves. She also shares her favorite phrase, "how's that working for you" and why she loves lifting heavy weights. We also touch on nutrition for child athletes.

You can find all things Jo on insta
And her website

And, you can find out more about the book Jo recommended, Ethan Kross's Chatter here.

Debbie & Jamie the Great pain free Mid Summer 2022

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 21:00:00 -0400

Hi ! We're sharing a work in progress as you catch up with your two besties, talking a whole lotta smack about nothing and everything!

Listen up as we chat about Jamie the Great's:

Decaf Crystal Light Iced Tea addiction ( it's a thing in NJ)
Fibromyalgia healing regime

Plus we reminisce and sing some 90s ballads while chatting about the upcoming intuitive retreat we are attending hosted by @carolynflyerintuitive.

Debbie shares :

A major life milestone- condo ownership in SF
Working and parenting is no joke

And we want to remind you to put your oxygen mask on first.

#laughterandfriendshiptofeedyoursoul

Dying and the Transition to the Other Side - An Interview with a Hospice Nurse

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 23:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I interview a hospice nurse. We keep it funny and real as we chat about everything from constipation to end-of-life care. We get advice on how to navigate if you're in the sandwich generation. Spoiler alert - talk to your parents now about a living will and what they want to happen when they get ill. Which is a perfect segue for Jamie the Great to plug her husband's business. Reach out to us if you need an attorney to help your parents with their will.

We chat about the moment of transition and how you leave this life how you lived it.

We had lots of sound issues while recording which led to a little on-mic bickering that we kept in for you because we keep it real.

Please share this episode with a friend who is going through this right now. It is insightful and served up with laughter and friendship to feed your soul.

Exploring Plant Medicine with Puja Raman

Sun, 02 Jan 2022 23:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great & I chat with Puja Raman. Puja shares her recent experiences with plant medicine and how it has helped her:

manage her anxiety
quit drinking
become more secure around other women
become comfortable saying no
create more space for herself with her kids

Her journey has been so powerful that she never thought she could be this happy. Her dream is to help people integrate this healing into their lives.

If you're interested in learning more, Puja would love to connect. Email her: pujalu@gmail.com

Divorce, Knowing, & Loving Honesty with Jamie Greenwood

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 20:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, I speak with Jamie Greenwood. Jamie is a coach, speaker, and facilitator, who loves a Nooworks jumpsuit, bold lip, and curly hair as much as I do. Plus, she teaches and coaches high achieving, big-dreaming women to reconnect with themselves & place care at the center of their lives.

She is an eating-disordered survivor, lives with two little kids a 13-year-old bonus child and colitis, and has faced divorce.

We talk smack about her divorce and go deep into other topics you are going to love like:

The conflict of knowing not knowing things in your life. Because if you know it will blow up your life.
Staying silent to keep other people happy.
How you can support a friend going through a divorce.
Moments in life where you get reorganized.
How not telling the truth to yourself is the missing piece of care.
Instead of brutal honesty, practice loving honesty. Which is truth with love and compassion and tenderness.

And, listen to the end where we talk smack about Burning Man.

Jamie teaches a class that sounds awesome called, Quit your Shoulds for Good.

You can find all things, Jamie, on her website, https://jamiegreenwood.co/
and insta, https://www.instagram.com/jamiegreenwoodcoaching/

Happy Halloween- Season 5 minisode

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great are back for Season 5. Did you miss us? Tune into our Halloween minisode where we chat about Halloween decor, bats, and the fall. Best time for you to listen is when you're done shlepping those kids around, when you're cooking dinner, or on that treadmill. Remember we are serving you up #laughterandfriendshiptofeedyoursoul.

Season 4 Finale

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 23:00:00 -0400

Jamie the Great (@Jamieroseman) and I want to thank you for joining us for Season 4 and our epic podcasting journey. This is the finale episode and we do a short season in review. We also share that we're taking a podcasting pause. We'll start recording your stories in the fall once our kids are settled in school and we're settled in our new routines. So, if you have a story that defines your life, we want to hear it and share it with our listeners. You can email us talkingsmack415@gmail.com.
Until then, remember we're all about laughter and friendship to feed your soul! Keep laughing.
xo,
Debbie & Jamie the Great

Retreat yourself with Shawn Forbes from Looking Glass Retreats

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 17:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, I interview Shawn Forbes from Looking Glass Retreats.
Looking Glass Retreats are retreats to help you truly see yourself. A place where you can be seen, heard and held. Shawn a former fashion industry corporate executive is now an entrepreneur. We talk smack about her path to creating Looking Glass Retreats and what's it like working for yourself alongside one of your besties. She walks us through a retreat experience: healthy meals, yoga, art therapy, skincare, urban gardening, sound baths and more. You're going to want to sign up for her next one in September! And there's a special discount code for $200 off the September retreat LGRETREATS. I'm going to sign up for sure. Shawn shares that the connections people are craving are made at the retreats. Plus she talks about the best retreat accessory ever. You can find all things Looking Glass here:
https://www.lookingglassretreat.com/
and
@lookingglassretreat

Talking Careers with Coach, Elana Konstant

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 21:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I talk careers with career coach, Elana Konstant. Elana is a former lawyer turned coach who helps people create engaging and challenging careers. If you are craving a career change, this episode is for you! We chat about Elana's path to becoming a coach. We reframe how women think about their salary when returning to work after maternity leave. We talk about how to balance it all, and how the pandemic is changing the culture of ambition. Plus, we answer a q from audience member @johannadebiase, who is starting a business teaching writing classes to tourists and guiding them on hikes in New Mexico. And, we chat about demystifying salary negotiations.

Special shout out to @pujalu for connecting us.

You can find all things Elana on her website https://konstantchangecoaching.com/

And insta https://www.instagram.com/konstantcoach/

All about the Power of Play with Rahla Kahn & Richard Rossner

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great, (@jamieroseman) and I chat with Rahla Kahn & Richard Rossner. They are the husband and wife duo who turn improv on it's ass, coach grown-ups to play with a purpose so that they can laugh more, play hard & die less. We chat about how they've helped heal cancer patients, couples, and comedians. How laughter is healing and playing is preventative medicine. They share:

Why corporate clients don't like them until they get to know them.
How food brings us together.
How they bring people back to themselves through play.
How Rahla magically drew her mentors to her.

Plus we play! That's right, they lead Jamie the Great and I through an exercise.

You can find all things Rahla Kahn & Richard Rossner here:
The Power of Play
http://www.thepowerofplay.com/
The Power of Play for Health
https://www.thepowerofplayforhealth.com/

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/thepowerofplay/

Twitter/ Clubhouse
thepowerofplay

Richard Rossner is also a writer. He wrote a murder mystery thriller called, " Dishonor thy Father." You can buy it here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08C6Z9FRF/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0

Sam Mink's Coming Out Story

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 11:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, and in honor of Pride Month, Jamie the Great and I chat with my brother Sam Mink. We talk about:

his coming out story
the struggles he had growing up
what it's like to be an out business owner in Philly
surrogacy
his work supporting the Attic Youth Center
how proud I am of him for living his life in truth

Don't forget to rate and review. And, please share this story with people who like stories about families.

You can find all things Sam here:

Sam's restaurants:

https://oysterhousephilly.com/

https://www.instagram.com/phloysterhouse/

https://www.missiontaqueria.com/

https://www.instagram.com/missiontaqueria/

The Attic Youth Center:

https://www.atticyouthcenter.org/

PS: I love that this is episode 18. 18 in hebrew means life and this episode is all about living your best life in truth!

Tiki'ing around with Baby Doe!

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, I interview a San Francisco icon, Baby Doe.

Baby Doe is:

Founder & creator of the Devil-Ettes, a synchronized gogo dance troupe
Co-creator & producer of Tiki Oasis, a mid century music festival
Founder& creator of Tease-o-Rama, the first-ever burlesque convention
Fundraiser extraordinaire for the Bay Area Girls Rock Camp

Plus she has a Tiki mug made in her image... How cool is that!
We talk smack about the Devil-Ettes, Tiki, diversity & Inclusion, and working with your husband. And, if you want all your Tiki dreams to come true, there's still time to purchase your ticket for Tiki Oasis July 28-August 1, 2021.

Don't forget to share this with your mid century, tiki lovin friends!

You can find all things Baby Doe here:

Tiki Oasis
https://www.tikioasis.com/

Instagram:
Tiki Oasis
https://www.instagram.com/tikioasis/

The Devil-Ettes
https://www.instagram.com/thedevilettes/

Baby Doe
https://www.instagram.com/xoxobabydoe/

Bay Area Girls Rock Camp Fundraiser
https://bos.etapestry.com/fundraiser/BayAreaGirlsRockCamp/rockprom2021/individual.do?participationRef=696.0.990439451&fbclid=IwAR2knqLJYw1Ia47OfvNhuJiudGAAcnHexctZrFcPYkVTNFL1DpLKCJzYLVw

PS- Jamie the Great will be back for our next episode!

Being Seen in Midlife with Kristen Philipkoski, Founder of Mean Mag

Mon, 24 May 2021 23:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I Interview Kirsten Philipkoski. Kristen is the founder of Mean Mag and the Mean Show where she shares women's experiences and creates space for you to be seen as you age. We talk smack about the best jewelry store in SF (shoutout to Fiat Lux), aging, fashion as we leave quarantine, Justine Bateman and Face ( the book), and how her process for approaching Mean Mag has evolved. Plus, as usual, all roads lead back to Jersey, and we discover that Jamie the Great & Kristen are b-day twins.

Please subscribe, rate & review. Share this with a friend who has a b-day!

You can find all things Kristen here:
Website:
https://meanmagazine.com/
Instagram:
Mean Mag
https://www.instagram.com/meanmag/
Stylenik
https://www.instagram.com/stylenik/

PS- Kristen interviewed me on her podcast. You can check out that episode here:
https://meanmagazine.com/debbie-mink-on-how-to-re-ignite-and-protect-your-creative-life/

Episode B, The Most Joyful Clinically Depressed Life Coach featuring Marni Sclaroff!

Tue, 18 May 2021 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I continue our conversation with Marni Sclaroff. We go deeper into the topic of self-harm, your soul, and self-care. If you can, listen to the first episode before this one. If not, no big deal, dive right in and enjoy this open, honest, and funny conversation about self-harm.

Also, please share with a friend or loved one who may need to hear this. And, subscribe, rate & review our show on apple podcasts so more peeps can find us!

You can find all things Marni here:

Website:
https://www.marnisclaroff.com/

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/marnisclaroff/

Facebook Group:
How to get an A+ in Depression and Anxiety
https://www.facebook.com/groups/225030619423335

The Most Joyful Clinically Depressed Life Coach featuring Marni Sclaroff!

Mon, 10 May 2021 23:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the great and I interview, Marni Sclaroff, a friend from childhood. Marni is a life coach and yoga teacher who offers yoga classes, personal growth workshops, and coaching courses. She calls herself the most joyful, clinically depressed life coach there ever was. And, we talk smack about depression, anxiety, joy, self-harm, Ayurveda, and being healthy.

We answer q’s from our audience:

@calleybliss asks, "When did you start to really define what “healthy” meant for you?"

@blondeinatoque wants to know, "How do you get back on track whenever you fall off? “

Please listen, review and share this episode with anyone who may need to hear it. And, stay tuned, because there is a part b of this conversation coming out next week.

You can find all things, Marni, here:

Website:
https://www.marnisclaroff.com/

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/marnisclaroff/

Facebook Group:
How to get an A+ in Depression and Anxiety
https://www.facebook.com/groups/225030619423335

And here are links to the podcasts and books she referenced in this episode:

Podcasts:

On Being
https://onbeing.org/series/

Michael Mead, The living Myth Podcast
https://www.mosaicvoices.org/podcast

The Hidden Brain
https://www.npr.org/series/423302056/hidden-brain

Books:

The Chemistry of Joy
https://www.amazon.com/Chemistry-Joy-Three-Step-Overcoming-Depression/dp/0743265076/ref=pd_sim_14_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0743265076&pd_rd_r=0X21RK8DT47YV5XJWHPJ&pd_rd_w=ZTxVY&pd_rd_wg=TYors&psc=1&refRID=0X21RK8DT47YV5XJWHPJ

The Language of Emotions
https://karlamclaren.com/product/the-language-of-emotions-book/

P.S.
This episode is sponsored by Salty Sweet. Salty Sweet is a San Francisco-based, female-owned, and operated cookie company. She makes the best (I'm not just saying that) chocolate chip cookies in the world. And, you can get 20% off your cookie order. Go to https://eatsaltysweet.com/ and type in the code Talkingsmack415 at checkout to get 20% off your order.* 🍪 *offer valid only once per customer and for a limited time only.

How to Create a Clean, Green, Low Stress Home with Kait from A Clean Bee Blog

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 14:00:00 -0400

Feeling a little dirty? Are you ready for a spring cleaning? Do you want to live in a cleaner, more organized, sustainable home?
Well, then this episode of Talking Smack 415 is for you.
We chat with Kait from A Clean Bee Blog. Kait teaches others how to create and maintain a clean home using sustainable tools and natural ingredients that are both better for the environment and your health.
Kait is a rockstar mom of a toddler and a baby. The home maintenance systems she has created allow her to maintain a home and a small business at the same time!

We answer q’s from our audience:

@gotta_badda wants to know how to get water stains out of a fabric chair?

And, @Marahausler (whose name I mispronounced) wants to know what's the best pantry organizing system for a too-small space?

We also talk smack about:

Elevating everyday things.
The best way to organize your closet.
Favorite cleaning solution to make at home and that's eco-friendly.
Jamie the Great shares her new favorite cleaning product.

You can find all things Kait on her blog: https://www.acleanbee.com/blog/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acleanbee/

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@acleanbee?lang=en

Be Well Y'all! Breathwork and More with Stephanie McCullor

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 15:00:00 -0400

Today on Talking Smack 415 we have special guest Stephanie McCullor. Stephanie teaches online guided wellness:
NeuroVascular Release (Artery/Nerve tension to muscle), Manual Lymph Drainage Care, Breath Work, Yoga, and she's a licensed massage therapist.
We talk smack about waitressing, meditation, neuroscience, aliens, and everything in between.
Inspired by q’s from our audience, we do breathing exercises together for stress reduction so make sure you pull over or jump off the peloton when we get to that part. And, if you have shoulder arthritis make sure you listen through to the end of this episode because you'll learn a new yoga modification called armpits of power.
You can find all things Stephanie here:
Instagram: @bewell.lafayette
Website: bewellyall.com
Email: bewell.lafayette@gmail.com

And, we have our first ever paid sponsor, Salty Sweet. Salty Sweet is a San Francisco-based, female-owned, and operated cookie company. She makes the best (I'm not just saying that) chocolate chip cookies in the world. And, you can get 20% off your cookie order.
Go to https://eatsaltysweet.com/ and type in the code Talkingsmack415 at checkout to get 20% off your order.* 🍪

*offer valid only once per customer and for a limited time only.

How your Home can be Healing with Interior Designer & Life Coach Carrie Leskowitz

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 15:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great & I interview guest, Carrie Leskowitz. Carrie is an interior designer & life coach who takes a holistic approach to interior design. We talk smack about her path & how her autoimmune disease diagnosis led to writing her book, "OM for the Home."

This episode is full of tips & tricks on how:

your home can be healing
your rooms can multi-task
you can think creatively when you're on a shoestring budget

Also, how your inner & outer world mirror each other & how that'll help you authentically express yourself in your home.

Plus we all believe that leopard is a neutral!!!!

You can find all things Carrie on her website or on instagram

And, we have our first ever paid sponsor, Salty Sweet. Salty Sweet is a San Francisco-based, female-owned, and operated cookie company. She makes the best (I'm not just saying that) chocolate chip cookies in the world. And, you can get 20% off your cookie order.
Go to https://eatsaltysweet.com/ and type in the code Talkingsmack415 at checkout to get 20% off your order.* 🍪

*offer valid only once per customer and for a limited time only.

Friends, Frenemies, and "Of Butterflies & Bullies" with Jenny Dalton.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 19:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I interview Jenny Dalton,
author Of Butterflies & Bullies. Jenny is an author, speaker, coach, facilitator, leader & healer. Igniting the good vibes & joy. We talk smack about her book, friendships, frenemies, bullies, and how being alcohol-free for the past 11 months inspired her to self-publish her book. We answer an anonymous q from one of our listeners about friendships turning toxic. Make sure you listen through to the end because I absolve Jamie the Great of some friend guilt she's been holding onto for the past 20 years.

You can find out more about Jenny Dalton's book and her work, on her website and of course you can follow her on the gram: https://www.instagram.com/dalton_jen/.

And, we have our first ever paid sponsor, Salty Sweet. Salty Sweet is a San Francisco-based, female-owned, and operated cookie company. She makes the best (I'm not just saying that) chocolate chip cookies in the world. And, you can get 20% off your cookie order.
Go to https://eatsaltysweet.com/ and type in the code Talkingsmack415 at checkout to get 20% off your order. * 🍪

*offer valid only once per customer and for a limited time only.

My Sister is a Recovering Addict and I Love Her!

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 20:00:00 -0500

This episode of Talking Smack 415 is Jamie the Great and me. We have a heart-to-heart about what it's like to have a sister who's an addict. And, if you've ever wanted to know what Jamie means in the intro when she says, " I have three slash four boys, I'll tell you about it someday. " Then today's your lucky day. Jamie talks about what it's like to raise her nephew with her boys.

Of course, we have LOLs. We talk smack about a trip to the ER at the Jersey Shore , how Jamie taught me to smoke, and partying in NOLA.

In all seriousness, please reach out to talkingsmack415@gmail.com if you have a relative or you yourself are struggling with addiction and need support. Jamie can help.

Please share this episode with someone who may need to hear it.

And, as always, we lead you off with my hit single, Bangs or Botox.

Living off the Grid with Johanna DeBiase

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 13:00:00 -0500

In, Living off the Grid, Jamie the Great and I talk smack with Johanna DeBiase, an eco-feminist artist and writer blogging about life off-grid in the high desert of Taos, New Mexico. We talk smack about what it means to be a Jew-Witch-Yogi, a term that Johanna created. Plus we discuss magic, animal totems, and the jaw-dropping real estate prices on the nutty Taos Mesa. Johanna shares what it’s like to live off the grid which naturally includes some potty talk. And, she schools us on eco-feminism.
As much as we want to stay on topic you know it's not really our thing so enjoy the magic we weave for you in this episode.

You can find all things Johanna here:
blog: https://johannadebiase.substack.com/
art: @paper.prankster
podcast : @thisismarriagepod

And if you want to be a guest on Talking Smack 415 please email us talkingsmack415@gmail.com

There's no Place Like Home

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 23:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Jamie the Great and I interview our first doctor, Dr. Stefanie Bloom. Dr. Stefanie Bloom focuses on holistic wellness of the mind, body, and soul. We discuss the notion of home, Dr. Stefanie's coming out story, and the homeless youth she works with. We have lots of LOLs, weave around to lots of topics and end up back at the notion of home. Listen up because Jamie's neck crack makes a guest appearance.

Here is a link to make a donation to Her Resiliency Center, the homeless youth organization Stefanie works for.

And if you want to take the strength finder quiz we speak about in the episode click here.

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Do you Believe you're Psychic? with Carolyn Flyer

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 12:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Do you believe you're Psychic, we chat with Carolyn Flyer. Carolyn is an intuitive, psychic counselor, coach, and medium specializing in life purpose, career, relationship and family. She's been friends with Jamie the Great since they were little.
We talk smack about, how Carolyn became a psychic, and how she feels everyone is psychic. We talk about spirit and ask Carolyn if one of our smack talkers @olliebearsf is on the right track. She does a quick reading on me ( I could have listened to and discussed myself all day), and we have lots of psychic segues for you and touch on inherited trauma.

You can check out everything Carolyn here: https://www.carolynflyer.com/. I think after listening you are going to want to book your own session with her.

Plus, I want to give an extra big shoutout to my cohost, Jamie the Great, and all the health care peeps scheduling and administering the vaccines and saving lives. I'm so honored that Jamie rallied to record with us after a long day of scheduling Covid 19 Vaccines.

Healing an Auto-Immune Disease with Functional Nutritional Therapist and Wellness Coach, Alyssa Abrahamson.

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 21:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Jamie the Great and I talk smack with Alyssa Abrahamson who shimmied her career from burlesque dancer to functional nutritionist. We talk about stress, body pain, and auto-immune disease, which you may suffer from. We discuss how having a compassionate and positive mindset can start the healing process. Alyssa offers highly personalized 1:1 nutrition & wellness coaching as well as a 6-week small group coaching program, "Nourish Till You Flourish.” You can find all things Alyssa at the Wellness Headquarters. Go to her website to set up a free 30-minute call to determine which first step you should take to restore your health today. Also, Alyssa is about to launch a Podcast called Positively Anti-Inflammatory. If you want to keep your inflammation down and your spirits up, check it out, subscribe and leave a rating and review.
And, if you're listening before 1/7/2021 11:59 pm pt, there's still time to register for Debbie's Un F*YOUrself digital course. Click here if you're an overcommitted mom and are looking to get unstuck and find more time. And, check out all things Debbie at debbiemink.com.

Standin' out with Rory Davis creator of Roryography and so much more!

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I fangirl over Rory Davis, creator of Roryography, choreographer for Peaches Christ Productions and the co-creator of Baloney, San Francisco's acclaimed Gay All-Male Revue.
We talk smack about our teenaged dance troupe battles and how his teaching has evolved through Covid.
Make sure you listen through to the end because Rory has advice for young people in your life who need encouragement to be their true selves. Plus a story about Cher.

You can find all thing Rory here: https://www.roryography.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rorykdavis/

And Info about Debbie's digital course, Un F*YOUrself, starting 1/11/21 here:
https://www.debbiemink.com/digital-course-sales-page
her website: https://www.debbiemink.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringletleader/

Menopause Femme-O-Pause

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 11:00:00 -0500

In our latest #TalkingSmack415 episode, Menopause Femme-O-Pause, Jamie the Great (@jamieroseman) and I talk smack about:

Thanksgiving in the time of corona
Menopause which we rename "femme-o-pause" a topic inspired by a member in our smack talking community!
Dreams and past life regression ( again)!

We also talk about Tapping which is an active meditation that can be used for motivation, focus, manifesting, releasing anxiety and.... I use it to help me fall back to sleep. And, as mentioned, here is the link to the app I use https://thetappingsolution.app.link/Coronavirus-Stress-Quiet-My-Racing-Mind

We want to know about you.

Do you have questions for our self proclaimed women's health expert Jamie the Great?
Are you going through perimenopause, menopause or femm-o-pause?
Are you going through anything else you'd like to share?

DM us, drop a comment or email us talkingsmack415@gmail.com.

Don't forget to subscribe on apple podcast so you can stay up to date on all our new episodes. And, if you are picking up what we're putting down please leave us a rating and review so more peeps can find us. Laughter and friendship to feed your soul!

PS- we are really trying hard to show off all our leopard print in this pic!

Superstitions & Body Image ( a weird title! we know!)

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 21:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, we have a special guest, my cousin Gabby who is a freshwoman at GW University.
This was recorded on 11/11 and someone in our rad community reached out and asked us to talk about superstitions. So naturally, we take that topic and run with it.
And, since we have a relative on the show with a different perspective, we talk smack about generational body image issues and how that affects you in the age of social media. I know it's a mouthful. Definitely listen up if you have kids and don't want to mess them up too much!

Can you make Bangs or Botox go Viral?

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 15:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we cover a lot of ground. We talk smack about, turning 47, the release of my new song, Bangs or Botox and how to make it go viral. Ironically this brings the convo back to my Bat Mitzvah. If you were there I'm sure you remembered what went down. If you weren't you aren't gonna want to miss this little window into our childhood.
Then, Jamie the Great shares that she is always putting love out in the universe. Can you feel it? And, of course we get interrupted by our kids. We decided to leave that in this episode. You know because we like to keep it real!

If One is Good Two is Better

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 23:00:00 -0500

Get to know Jamie the Great in Season 4 Episode 1 of Talking Smack 415.

We talk about:

her covid scare
her brand new special coat for outside dining
and an awesome quote from her mom, "if one is good two is better."

Share this episode with not one but two friends & leave us a rating & review so others can find us. And, email us talkingsmack415@gmail.com to let us know what you want to talk smack about.

Season 4 Preview & Intro to Jamie the Great

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 11:00:00 -0500

Keeping with the ever-changing crazy times of today, there's a new co-host for Talking Smack 415 Season 4. Introducing.... drum roll, please... JAMIE the Great!!!!!

Jamie's my BFF since 6th grade. We’ve reconnected during Corona & we're taking you deep into Jersey & our roots where we can blame & praise our moms for everything.
We haven’t seen each other IRL for over 2 years! And, we've definitely missed milestones in each other's lives, like this new modern-day mullet Jamie rocks.

Laugh with us as we keep it real. Sometimes we're shallow & talk about our favorite mascara & lipstick. And, other times we go deep & talk about our souls. We're more than moms & know you are too.

Talking Smack 415 Season 4 is laughter & friendship to feed your soul!

What do you want us to talk smack about?

Go ahead - share the with bestie from growing up &/ or your bestie now because laughter is better together.

xo,
Debbie & Jamie the Great

Talking Smack 415 Season 3 Episode 13 Social Emotional Learning with Ilyse Opas

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I chat with Ilyse Opas, an Educational Consultant specializing in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL). We dive deep into SEL, anti-racism in education, & self-care.

Ilyse has put together a list of mindfulness & anti-racists resources for us and our teachers. She created a Facebook group for educators called Kind Mind in partnership with Kindness Matters 365, MindUP, and Marianne Altschul. This group is committed to ennobling and supporting educators worldwide by providing a safe space for sharing and collaboration. Check it out!

And if you are a parent and/or educator in need of support, please reach out to Ilyse at ilyseopas@gmail.com so she can help you navigate through this crazy time. Free 30 minute consultations are provided upon request.

Season 3 Episode 11...another Corona Cast

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 13:00:00 -0400

Season 3 episode 11 is another Corona Cast because we are still in the throws of and can't stop talking about the pandemic. We talk about a change of scenery and how good it is for your soul. That P in pandemic stands for pissed off. And, I school Megan on what it means to pitch a Jersey fit. Bear with us as I was recording from the Jersey Shore with out electricity so it is a bit glitchy ( as the cool kids say) in spots.

Please share this and or any episodes with your friends and don't forget to leave a rating and review so more peeps can laugh with us.

Conversation with Cassie About Racism and Discrimination

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 13:00:00 -0400

In this episode I chat with my friend Cassie, a mom, a wife and a Professor of Fashion, about her experience with racism and discrimination. We also discuss my racial biases.
I believe we learn through story and Cassie's story is important to share as we start to educate ourselves about how we can better support the Black community and put and end to racism.

Talking Smack 415 Season 3 Episode 8 Corona Cast with Saskia

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 18:00:00 -0400

Another Corona Cast! This time we have a special guest, Saskia! We are about 6 weeks into the quarantine, shelter in place orders because of the Corona virus. And, if you are anything like us, you are questioning what your life may be like once this is all over. Are there any big or little life changes that you will be making? And then, there is Saskia, who is already planning on creating a 180 radical shift in her life
under the belief that we aren't going back to normal. She is challenging herself to do something really incredible. Take a listen and hear her interesting perspective on a wide range of topics. And, of course have a laugh with us.

Talking Smack 415 Season 3 Episode 7 ( but we call it 6 ) Corona Cast

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 12:00:00 -0400

We are calling this Season 3 Episode 6 (even though it is actually Episode 7) because:
1. we messed up and
2. it seems appropriate to repeat an episode now that we are all on corona lockdown and our lives feel like a never ending loop of the same day.
On this corona cast we talk about the VIRUS and in true fashion we bring a tad of levity and humor to the situation. Spoiler alert... you don't want to miss when chat about our vices! xoxoxo

Season 3 Episode 6 2020 Intentions

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -0500

This is our first episode in 2020 and we finally close out 2019. We say goodbye to Megan's mom, Jean, who sadly passed away in December. We welcome 2020 as weset rad intentions. And, we want to know what intentions are you setting for the year?

Decade in Review

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 09:00:00 -0500

This is the last episode of 2019 and we jump on the Decade in Review bandwagon and discuss the last ten years. Spoiler alert, neither of us remember the first few years tune in to find out why. And, we set intentions for 2020. The year we can all see clearly.

Sending gifts? Give the gift of laughter, it is free and comes along with a multitude of self care side effects. Share Talking Smack 415 with all your friends and family! #gift

Talking Smack Season 3 Episode 4 The Mink Parents

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 14:00:00 -0500

This is our least funniest episode ever. We have two guest hosts who are our least biggest fans ( aka Debbie's Parents) who freeze on the microphone. We talk smack about a boozy New Zealand Thanksgiving. And want to know if we should continue to record over the holidays or take a much needed vacation. What do you think we should do?

Talking Smack 415 Season 3 Episode 3 The Babysitter Episode

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 20:00:00 -0500

In this episode we talk almost exclusively about babysitters: the good, the bad and the ugly! Plus we have another super fan co- host, Johanna Newman @Sloejofizz. And check out that glowing mic in the pic!

Talking Smack 415 Season 3 episode 2

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 09:00:00 -0500

New format/ guest host alert! Melissa P. Cohen, @eatsaltysweet, talks smack with Megan & Debbie.
In this episode we talk smack about:

New Zealand Halloween
Things that are embarrassing one way or the other
And our first ever PROMO CODE for you, our listeners. Listen to the end of the episode to get it or, spoiler alert...... Go to eat salty sweet (eatsaltysweet.com)and enter TALKINGSMACK415 at checkout. The cookies make amazing holiday gifts!

Talking Smack Season 3 Episode 1

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 10:00:00 -0500

It is Season 3 Episode 1 and we want to know, do you have what it takes to be our third? We are taking guest co hosts. DM us on insta @talkingsmack415 or email us talkingsmack415@gmail.com.

In this episode it is Debbie & Megan and talk smack about:

If it is ok to be embarrassed by your children?
Debbie's second act- she is a rising star in the pop star world.
Do you tell friends and strangers if they have food stuck in their teeth?
Do you have what it takes to be a guest on Talking Smack 415? Be our guest host!

Talking Smack 415 Season 2 Episode 6

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 15:00:00 -0400

In this episode take listeners q's and talk smack about:

Sex
Halloween Candy
Debbie is turning 46

Talking Smack 415 Season 2 Episode 5

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode we talk smack about:

Costco
Slime
My new entrepreneurial idea called a "momalogue"
And per listener request, the rents in SF!

Talking Smack 415 Season 2 Episode 3

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode we cover so much, we are all over the place. We tried to keep it to three topics but you know how that goes! We talk smack about:

graduation
summer
teachers / nurses
and... Cindy poops and we learn how!

Talking Smack 415 Season 2 Episode 4 - Cindy Turns 40

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode we talk smack about Cindy turning 40. And all the feels that go along with that!

Talking Smack 415 Season 2 Episode 2

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 19:00:00 -0400

In this episode we talk smack about:

Santa Cruz and bad tattoos
Constipation
Hermorrhoids

Talking Smack 415 Season 2 Episode 1

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 19:00:00 -0400

In this episode we talk smack about:

How we are reeling from the Handmaid's Tale State of our country.
Megan Processes it as a new ex- pat watching it from afar.
but don't worry next time we are back to washing hair, hemorhoids, and half toes!

Talking Smack 415 Season 1 Episode 5

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode we talk smack about:

traveling with kids
gambling frustration with kids
megan says goodbye; this is her last episode State side before she moves to New Zealand

Talking Smack 415 Season 1 Episode 4

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode we talk smack about:

bad farts at parties
friends getting sick from stress
creating a fulfilled life

Talking Smack 415 Season 1 Episode 3

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode we talk smack about:

gender and sex
vaginas and laugh like we are 12 year old boys
thermal body treatments

Talking Smack 415 Season 1 Episode 2

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode we talk smack about:

letting your kids win at games
Thanksgiving traditions
jealousy over Cindy's mom cooking dinner every night

Talking Smack Season 1 Episode 1

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode we talk smack about:

how to get out of your kids soccer games
is your husband your best thing or your last thing
our new favorite curse word...