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Jane Wilkens Michael Better Than Before

201 Episodes

24 minutes | Aug 11, 2022
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Game On!
All eyes on Jordan Fisher - Jane’s guest today is the multi-talented Jordan Fisher, an actor, singer, songwriter, and producer, whose work has spanned everything from TV to music, to Broadway, and film. He even won season 25 of Dancing with the Stars. Additionally, Jordan collaborated with Lin-Manuel Miranda, performing a duet with him for Disney’s Moana soundtrack, and joined the cast of the already legendary play, Hamilton. You also may recognize him from his new Netflix release, Hello, Goodbye, and Everything in Between. Above all, Jordan is an avid— and famous!—eSports gamer who even commentated for the 2019 Fortnite World Cup. As he discusses in this segment, even in today's screen-crazy world, Gamers devote even more time every day staring at tiny LED dots and pixels. To that end, who better for him to join forces with than the American Optometric Association's Eye Deserve More campaign which focuses on the risk of screen-related eye issues. And with all the hours all of us now spend on our digital devices devices, listeners can learn how their eyes can be Better Than Before, as well.
21 minutes | Jul 21, 2022
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Eye Catching
An insightful interview with Kate Walsh - Jane’s guest today, for an encore appearance on the show, is the exquisite and multi-talented Kate Walsh, renowned actress and businesswoman. Kate is a Screen Actors Guild award-winning actress who is best known for starring in such shows as the Netflix thriller 13 Reasons Why, The Umbrella Academy, and course, Grey's Anatomy and Private Practice, to name but a few. She has even elevated FX’s series Fargo to cult status, and Netflix's Emily in Paris to be a Golden Globe Award winner. On the segment today, she and Jane will discuss her amazing career, her passion for helping others lead healthier lives, and her own beauty, wellness, fitness and anti-stress strategies and regimens. And while we may know all about Kate’s stellar accomplishments, listeners may not know that she, along with 44 million other people in the US, are affected by dry eye disease. And that is why she has partnered with SYSTANE® COMPLETE Preservative-Free Lubricating Eye Drops. Kate will talk about that and also share her most important lifestyle advice to make us all look and feel Better Than Before, emotionally, physically and spiritually.
20 minutes | Jun 23, 2022
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Joint Effort
Jennie Garth on overcoming osteoarthritis - Jane’s guest today is the multi-talented Jennie Garth, an iconic actress, bestselling author, film director and mother of three beautiful young daughters. Jennie is perhaps most widely known for her role as Kelly Taylor on Beverly Hills: 90210. Since then, however, she has been featured in a variety of shows, including an HGTV series, an appearance on Dancing with the Stars and several Lifetime movies. Today, Jennie hosts the 9021OMG podcast with her fellow West Beverly High alum, Tori Spelling. On this segment, Jane and Jennie talk about the challenges she faced on the road to success as she started at a very young age, and how she learned to be resilient. What most listeners don’t know is that Jennie has been quietly suffering from early on-set osteoporosis for the past three years. That is why she not only follows an anti-inflammatory diet, but has teamed up with Voltaren, the makers of a powerful, non-steroidal topical gel, on their CareWalk campaign, that helps empower caregivers with joint pain to rediscover the joy of movement through the simple act of walking. Jennie also shares her beauty, health and fitness and anti-stress tips and tools that keep her looking and feeling Better Than Before, physically, emotionally and spiritually.
17 minutes | May 15, 2022
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Nothing but the Truth
Anthony Anderson on health and well-being - Jane’s guest today is Anthony Anderson, the Emmy-nominated actor whose significant success is only exceeded by his outstanding talent. Indeed, Anthony has appeared in countless films and TV shows. Of course, we all know him from his role as Dre in the ABC series Black-ish, and now he is reprising his role as Detective Kevin Bernard in NBC’s recently revived Law & Order, which brings him back to the streets of New York City. He also hosts the super-popular celebrity panel show, To Tell the Truth. In addition to his acting and comedic accolades and accomplishments, Anthony has recently partnered with the pharma giant Novo Nordisk on their Get Real About Diabetes campaign. This important program focuses on the reality of living with type 2 diabetes, a disease from which Anthony himself suffers, and the need for “getting real” with your doctor, your loved ones and even yourself about managing the condition. On this segment, since having diabetes can also increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes four-fold, Anthony will share the takeaways from the initiative, along with his personal health and wellness tips and tools for stress relief, lowering blood sugar and lifestyle management. Of course, no interview of Anthony would be complete without a shout-out to his beloved mother, Doris. All in all, listeners will come away feeling infinitely Better Than Before.
30 minutes | Apr 28, 2022
Better than Before: Jane Wilkens Michael: An Eye for Design
Speaking with Queer Eye’s Bobby Berk - Jane’s guest today is Bobby Berk, the popular design pro on Netflix’s Queer Eye. But starring on a hugely successful TV show, in which he transforms people's lives, is not all this mega talent does. Off camera, he is a best-selling author and runs a full-service interior design business with his own line of wallpaper, furniture, rugs and art. On today's segment, Bobby tells Jane about he how he moved to New York City from the Midwest at a young age with only a few dollars in his pocket and a vision. He talks about how he turned this vision into a reality by never taking “No” for an answer, how he learned to "fake it till you make it," and his favorite part of working on Queer Eye. Additionally, he shares his DIY ideas and tools for quick interior updates, how to create a comfy, peaceful area in a small space, and what trendy pieces as well as timeless classics he recommends investing in. Finally, being that eco-conscious Bobby is known supporter of using renewable materials, he explains why he has teamed up with Sensodyne to introduce Nourish, the first major toothpaste using recyclable tubes and cartons (and the latest launch from the #1 Dentist-recommended sensitive toothpaste brand). Bobby also divulges his oral care program, along with some of his other personal beauty, health and well-being tips for being Better Than Before.
28 minutes | Feb 24, 2022
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: A Heart-to-Heart with Susan Lucci
Jane’s guest today, in celebration of American Heart Month, is the Emmy Award- winning actress, television host, New York Times bestselling author, and beauty, health and fitness legend, Susan Lucci. An industry icon and wealth of inspiration, Susan has recently added heart disease survivor to her long list of accomplishments. That is why she is also the National Ambassador for the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women movement, for which CVS Health is a national sponsor. On this segment, Susan, a beloved role model for so many of us, will talk about her personal journey and why she is encouraging us all to make our heart health a priority. Jane and Susan talk about the need to reduce the risk of heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States for not just men, as commonly assumed, but women as well. Listeners will learn the conversation we should have with our doctors about symptoms we should never ignore, the condition of our hearts, healthy lifestyle modifications, anti-stress tips, and the key changes we must make in our lives to combat coronary issues and help our hearts become Better Than Before.
29 minutes | Jan 27, 2022
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Cuisine and Quitting
Dishing with Chef Kish - Jane’s guest today is the renowned cookbook author and celebrity chef, Kristen Kish. The winner of season 10 of Bravo TV’s Top Chef, she is currently the co-host of TruTV’s Fast Foodies, and drawing rave reviews as the Executive Chef & Partner at the Arlo Grey restaurant in Austin, Texas. And being proud of her status as a former cigarette smoker, Kristen has partnered with Nicorette to publicly share her “quit” journey for the first time on air. On this segment, hear how Kristen started her culinary career and the inside scoop on the country’s most popular cooking shows. Fast Foodies, for example, is about competing to re-imagine and perfectly recreate a celebrity guest's favorite fast food dish as Kristen and the other two master chefs try to win the daily “Chompionship!” trophy. Learn, too, about her favorite dishes she creates for Arlo Grey, and how she stays centered and sane in such a combination of high-pressured positions. Furthermore, she shares her secrets for energy and resilience and the mantras that inspire her to live her best life every day. Most importantly, she professes that stopping smoking—for many with the help of Nicorette—will enhance your taste buds not to mention help you look and feel Better Than Before.
29 minutes | Jan 13, 2022
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Looking Well
Expert advice for optimal eye care - Jane’s guest today is Dr. Selina McGee, a renowned Doctor of Optometry, who is passionate about improving the vision of the multitude of patients she treats. To that end, Dr. McGee is the founder of Bespoke Vision, a boutique-style eye care practice that specializes in eye disease, specialty contact lenses and aesthetics and is on the front line of state-of-the-art vision care. On this segment, Jane and Dr. McGee will talk about the most common eye-related complaints and how she treats them. She will also discuss the importance of seeing an eye care specialist on a regular basis and not just for getting a new eyeglass prescription. Dr. McGee explains how a thorough eye exam can identify everything from from glaucoma and cataracts to allergies, dry eye syndrome, eye strain caused by computer and digital devices, and all other ocular issues in between. It even detect diabetes. Furthermore, along with lifestyle tips and tools, the doctor enlightens listeners about the new FDA approved VUITY Eye Drops, a new treatment option that can help alleviate the frustrations for those living with presbyopia, age-related blurry near vision. All in all, it’s essential advice for eyes that will help us all look and feel Better Than Before.
22 minutes | Dec 2, 2021
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: LeAnn Rimes on living your most beautiful life
Jane’s guest today is the sensational LeAnn Rimes, a Grammy-award winning singer, songwriter, actress, and author. LeAnn started singing at the age of three and has sold over 20 million records over an incredible career. She has won an astonishing array of awards, an awards, including two Grammys, three Academy of Country Music Awards, twelve Billboard Music Awards, and an American Music award, to name but a few. Her mega hit How Do I Live reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100 list, staying on the chart for an unprecedented sixty-nine weeks. She was also the season 4 winner of the Masked Singer and will serve as the inspiration judge for the brand-new Discovery+ series, Meet Your Makers Showdown. Her list of accomplishments is as extensive as her beauty is renowned. Speaking of beauty, in a now famous Instagram post from last year, LeAnn wrote “music has been my gift, but I want to give a voice to the other pieces of me.” And, to that end, LeAnn Rimes, who suffers from the chronic skin condition psoriasis, is partnering with Novartis and legendary musician/actress Cyndi Lauper as part of a new podcast series, PsO in the Know. It features a mix of real patient advocates and celebrities who all share the common bond of living with psoriasis. Join Jane and LeAnn as she talks about her new podcast, as well as her beauty, health, fitness, and anti-stress secrets, and tells us how we, too, no matter what obstacles we face, can still become Better Than Before.
26 minutes | Nov 18, 2021
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Meet the Peetes
Holly and Ryan on overcoming ADHD - Jane’s special guests today are Holly Robinson Peete and her 24-year old daughter,  Ryan. Holly, a mother of four, is an amazingly accomplished actress, singer, author, talk show host, philanthropist, influencer and activist. Ryan, for her part, is no stranger to the spotlight. She herself is a singer and songwriter and has written two children’s books, one winning an NAACP Award, and she is working on a third. You may also remember them from the docu-series on the Hallmark Channel, Meet the Peete’s. Both Holly and Ryan are with Jane today to share their experience with Ryan's ADHD (short for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder)  to educate others by highlighting ADHD as a part of the neurodiversity that permeates our society. Ryan, who was diagnosed with this disorder as a teen, and her devoted mom, talk all about how it all manifested and how they have managed to cope with it over the years. They will also share their tips and tools on beauty and wellness, and discuss the importance of a healthy lifestyle in overcoming any stressful situation. Listeners will learn that despite dealing with seemingly overwhelming obstacles, it is still possible to empower and improve their everyday lives to ultimately find joy & happiness & be Better Than Before.
19 minutes | Nov 4, 2021
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Flu Fighter
Jennifer Grey on family, films and feeling great - Jane’s guest today is Jennifer Grey, the iconic actress whose career has spanned more than three decades. Her portrayal of Baby in the beloved classic Dirty Dancing earned her a Golden Globe nomination for best actress. She has also starred in the John Hughes comedy Ferris Bueller's Day Off and in scores of movies and TV shows. Most recently, she appeared in the acclaimed Amazon series Red Oaks, and she is currently teaming up with Lionsgate on their long-awaited sequel to Dirty Dancing, which she will both star in and executive produce. On today’s segment, Jennifer talks about her father, the legendary actor, singer and dancer, Joel Grey, and grandfather, the renowned musician and comedian, Mickey Katz. She also discusses her secrets for longevity and resilience, her stress reducers, and her everyday mantras that keep her sane and centered. And just as life is known to imitate art—Jennifer’s fictional brother Ferris skipped high school for some much needed me time—Jennifer is also getting her shot at a “me day.” Indeed, she is supporting Flu Shot Fridays. A collaboration between American Nurses Association (ANA) and Sanofi Pasteur, this educational campaign is designed to drive awareness of the importance of flu vaccinations. Listeners will come away feeling Better Than Before on all fronts.
29 minutes | Oct 21, 2021
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Top Gunnar
All-star fitness advice - Jane’s special guest today is celebrated Beverly Hills-based exercise guru, Gunnar Peterson, one of the most in-demand trainers in Hollywood. Gunnar's client list reads like a Who’s Who of the fit and famous, including the likes of the Kardashians, Lindsay Vonn, Charlize Theron, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Sylvester Stallone and scores of top pro athletes. He was, in fact, the Los Angeles Lakers’ Director of Strength and Endurance. On this segment, Gunnar will talk about the changes in the fitness industry he has seen—or initiated—over the past few decades, and his most effective head-to-toe training regimen. He will also discuss the important roles that nutrition, sleep and proper hydration play in our general well-being and how to find a workout program that will engage mentally and physically—and then how to get into the right mind set to stick with it. Adding to his most recent accomplishments, Gunnar is now leading online classes created by Sanofi and Regeneron, part of a new campaign called LungZone. The classes share exercises and tips to motivate and inspire those living with moderate-to-severe asthma to prioritize their lung health. All in all, listeners will learn that being in tip-top shape will help them live longer, as well as look and feel Better Than Before.
24 minutes | Oct 7, 2021
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael Show: Mom’s the Word
Molly Ringwald on parenting and prevention - Jane’s guest today is the uber-accomplished Molly Ringwald, a gifted actress, singer, and dancer. Whether starring in such iconic films as Pretty in Pink, The Breakfast Club Sixteen Candles, and Paul Mazursky's Tempest or, more recently in Netflix's film series The Kissing Booth and the CW's Riverdale, Molly’s talent transcends the decades. She is also a noted author and translator. Her fiction and non-fiction have, in fact, appeared in the likes of The New Yorker, The New York Times, Vogue, and Esquire. Yet with all her accolades in the entertainment and publishing industries, her most important role, and the one for which she is most proud, is being a mom to three children—a teen and pre-teen twins. On this segment, Molly will talk about her career to date and share her tips and tools for beauty, health, happiness, and self-esteem. Furthermore, as both a mom and someone who has fond memories and associations with turning sixteen, she will discuss her work as the national spokesperson for Sanofi’s 16 Vaccine campaign to bolster bacterial meningitis booster awareness. Indeed, the crucial second dose of the MenACWY vaccine targets a disease that, left unchecked, could lead to serious and devastating complications. But most of all, her thoughts on marriage and parenting will inform and illuminate us all.
27 minutes | Aug 26, 2021
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael Show: Surfin' USA
Making waves with an Olympian surfing star - Jane’s guest today is the amazing Caroline Marks who, at 19, is the youngest surfer to ever qualify for the women’s championship tour. She also made her Olympic debut in Tokyo this year, coming in an impressive fourth after powerhouse performances throughout the week. Caroline is fierce and fearless. And on this segment she will share the secrets to her success both on the waves and off. Indeed, listeners will learn about her rigorous training regimen, her diet, and the motivational self-talk that keeps her prepared and centered. She also lovingly speaks of her family and the admiration and inspiration from her brothers that always encourages her to stay on top of her game. Hear, too, about the perils of her sport and the size of the crests she must navigate as she seamlessly glides her board across them. Additionally, for Caroline, given that she is surfing twice a day in the bright sun and tumultuous salt water, protecting her vision against pterygium (i.e., surfer's eye) and taking care of her overall eye health is a top priority. That is why she has partnered with the American Optometric Association on their Eye Deserve More campaign. Caroline and AOA want us all to know that every American should include a regular, in-person comprehensive eye care exam from a Doctor of Optometry as part of their overall well-being regimen.
33 minutes | Aug 12, 2021
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael Show: Courage to Change
Elizabeth Vargas on achieving lasting sobriety - Jane’s guest today is broadcasting icon Elizabeth Vargas, the embodiment of all the qualities one would expect from an Emmy-award winning television journalist, anchor, reporter and author. But beyond the globe-trotting stories of major events and personalities, Elizabeth, a voice of truth and reason, tells her own inspirational story in the best-selling Between Breaths: A Memoir of Panic and Addiction. Indeed, she overcame her own struggles with alcoholism and now works to increase awareness, empathy, and access to resources with the aim of ending addiction in America. To that end, she is on the board of Partnership to End Addiction, a nonprofit that is transforming how our nation addresses addiction, and the host of its popular Heart of the Matter podcast. On Jane’s show today, listeners will learn about Elizabeth’s personal journey to recovery, her health and wellness tips and tools for managing stress and anxiety, her most effective mantras, the importance of gratitude and meditation, and the open and honest conversations she has had with her teenage sons about addiction. Hearing Elizabeth’s blueprint for living a sober life will help us all feel Better Than Before, physically, mentally and spiritually.
15 minutes | Jul 1, 2021
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael Show: Ciara Cerving Confidence
Jane’s guest today is the multi-talented Ciara, a Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, who has sold over 45-million records here and worldwide and whose videos have been viewed over two billion times. In addition, she has starred in both film and television and launched Beauty Marks Entertainment (BME) as a platform for her music, media, film, fashion, philanthropy, technology, and entrepreneurial pursuits. Ciara, happily married to Russell Wilson, the Seattle Seahawks superstar quarterback, and the mother of three young children, has also partnered in a new campaign, Cerving Confidence, a collaboration between the Black Women’s Health Imperative and Project Health Equality, that promotes women finding power in taking care of themselves and their cervical health. On this segment, Ciara will share her beauty, health and wellness tips, as well as the secret to her successful marriage and how she maintains her resilience and self esteem. Listeners will also learn about her important campaign that urges all women to regularly screen for cervical cancer with the Pap test or the Pap & HPV test as the most effective ways to prevent or detect the disease. While we may not all be as stunning and successful as Ciara, we can certainly learn from her sound and sensible advice that will help us look and feel Better Than Before.
23 minutes | May 28, 2021
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael Show: Sharing Is Caring
Jordana Brewster on the importance of giving back - Jane’s guest today is the beautiful and highly accomplished Jordana Brewster, whose enormous talent, intelligence—she’s a Yale graduate after all—and natural screen presence have etched her a permanent place in Hollywood in both film and television. Indeed, Jordana is an original cast member of the Fast & Furious franchise at Universal, starring in the role of the dynamic Mia Toretto. In fact, her Fast & Furious 7 smashed every box office record, making it Universal's biggest blockbuster series of all time. And she’ll next be seen in Fast & Furious 9, which will be released this summer. Acting accolades and countless starring roles aside, Jordana is also the mother of two young boys, who she is already indoctrinating with her powerful sense of the importance of giving to those less fortunate, especially in these difficult times. Jordana herself has joined forces with Walgreens on their Red Nose Day initiative. Each year, through the sale of Red Nose Day merchandise and soliciting cash donations, Walgreens, in partnership with supporting vendors and the generosity of their customers, raises funds for nutritious meals, essential medicine, shelter and other vital aid and education-based services that have positively impacted the lives of children in need across America and around the world. In this episode, she talks with Jane about the campaign, as well as shares her beauty, health and fitness secrets. Hear, too, the mantra she lives by every day and her belief in resiliency through all challenges. All in all, learn the multi-pronged approach, courtesy of Jordana, to becoming Better Than Before.
18 minutes | May 20, 2021
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael Show: Jane Hearts Billy Gardell
Speaking health with the star of Bob Hearts Abishola - Jane’s special guest today is the multi-talented television, movie and stand-up comedy star Billy Gardell. Aside from movies such as Avenging Angelo, Bad Santa, You, Me & Dupree and powerhouse comedy specials, we all know Billy from, among other blockbuster hits, My Name is Earl and his breakout role on the Emmy award winning Mike & Molly with Melissa McCarthy. He currently stars in the Emmy nominated Bob Hearts Abishola, which has just been renewed for another season. The series is about Billy’s character, Bob Wheeler, having a heart attack and falling in love with his nurse Abishola, a Nigerian immigrant. The message, which has resonated with viewers nationwide, is heartwarming: If you are lucky enough to find someone you fall for and they fall back for you, size, shape and color doesn’t matter. In real life, however, it isn’t Billy’s heart that’s an issue, it’s his Type 2 diabetes. To that end, on this segment he and Jane not only talk about his stellar career but also his partnership with Novo Nordisk on the revolutionary “My Type 2 Transformation” campaign. Indeed, it is through Billy’s personal adherence to this innovative yet practical program that he has learned to manage his own Type 2 diabetes by prioritizing his diet and lifestyle, enabling him to look slimmer and trimmer and feel Better Than Before.
27 minutes | May 6, 2021
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael Show: An (i)Heart to (i)Heart Talk with Z100’s Skeery Jones
Skeery Jones, Jane’s special guest, is not only an on-air personality on iHeartRadio’s super popular Elvis Duran Show, which broadcasts live each day on Z100, he is also the Executive Producer. And he does so much more. He is also the co-host of the weekly Brooklyn Boys podcast that was nominated—and won 2nd place—for Best Comedy Podcast at this year’s iHeartRadio's Podcast Awards. There is, however, a serious side to the multi-talented Skeery, and that is his involvement with Novartis and the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) community. Indeed, last month Skeery was the host of A Night for MS Awareness, a virtual event on iHeartRadio that celebrated the resilient spirit of those living with MS. To that end, iHeartRadio and Novartis continue this mission by recently launching a new platform—MS Vibes—which is the first and only free, on-demand streaming station that, through music and the MS Journey podcast, is designed to uplift and recharge those impacted by MS, and serve as a place of empowerment, learning and understanding. In this episode, Skeery discusses how he started in radio, how he works hard to make his life hassle, drama and worry free. Furthermore, he talks about the effect of MS on his loved ones and shares his tips and tools on how those experiencing any life-altering event can still learn to live Better Than Before.
30 minutes | Apr 8, 2021
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael Show: JUST BE YOU
An inspirational talk with Mallika Chopra - Jane’s very special guest today is media entrepreneur, best-selling author and world-renowned public speaker Mallika Chopra. In addition to all of her own remarkable and extensive achievements, Mallika has joined with her legendary father, Deepak Chopra, and also extremely accomplished brother, Gotham, to found the YouTube channel The Chopra Well, to provide fun yet thought-provoking videos about healthy living, wellness, and spirituality. But most important for her, she is a mom of two teenage daughters, Tara and Leela. To that end, among her blogs and many books, including the recent Living With Intent: My Somewhat Messy Journey to Purpose, Peace and Joy, is her "Just Be" series—Just Breathe, Just Feel, as well as her latest, Just Be You, which she and Jane will talk about in this segment. Mallika will also discuss what it was like growing up as the daughter of Deepak, the four questions he asked her to explore which became the basis of her new book, and how meditation changed all their lives. She also leads listeners through a breathing exercise which will achieve calmness and serenity, even in the face of uncertainly and stress. In all, Mallika’s books and advice provide simple steps to understand and support social and emotional intelligence, resilience, meditation, mindfulness, purpose, balance and self-reflection. And we can certainly use every one of those disciplines on our journey to feeling Better than Before, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
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