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For Our Special KidsA Message from Jen's Deceased Dad on His One Year AnniversaryIt's been a while since we last chatted and today I'm coming at you with something very different!! I did a shamanic journey to talk with my dad who passed a year ago today.I hope you find some meaning in his words!Enjoy and let me know what you think.We love to hear from you. Send emails to ForOurSpecialKids@gmail.com if you have questions, topics, or an amazing person we should highlight. And, please tell a friend or caregiver about us! Follow Us on Instagram & FaceBook, @F...2025-07-2913 min
Cultivated ConversationsBreaking Through the Noise with Kelly McWilliamWhat does a publicist actually do? And how has the job evolved in the age of TikTok, podcasts, and digital-first talent? In this episode, Jen sits down with longtime friend and PR powerhouse Kelly McWilliam, founder of Hi Hello PR, to unpack the reality behind red carpets, brand moments, and the power of storytelling.From navigating layoffs and reinvention during the pandemic to launching her own firm, Kelly shares what it really takes to break through the noise, advocate for clients across mediums, and rewrite the rules of a changing industry. They also talk about why joy...2025-07-2325 min
The Alliance Connection#7 - Julie Thorson & Jen Lane | Inside Friendship Haven: Senior Living with Heart in Fort DodgeJulie Thorson (President/CEO) and Jen Lane (Director of Engagement) work at Friendship Haven in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Astra and Katy sit down with them to discuss the history of Friendship Haven, the upcoming "Legacy Week", celebrating 75 years in our community, and more!
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Her Dinero MattersA Trip Down Memory Lane: HDM’s 10-Year Anniversary Is Here | HDM 430Have you ever re-crossed paths with someone from years ago and been stunned by the direction their life has taken? I know I have, and the resulting conversations almost always end up being fascinating. Since we are one week away from celebrating Her Dinero Matters 10-year anniversary (mic drops) this week’s episode will take you on a trip down memory lane along with four past guests. Today’s convos are all about catching up, reflecting on growth, and seeing how life (and money) has evolved for these incredible women. Get ready for a heartwarming journey through time and (of c...2025-06-1225 min
Author's Edge: the Go-to Marketing Podcast in PublishingHow to Grow Your Email List Before Publishing Your Book with Tracy Beavers | Ep. 62Send me a text!Is your email list ready to help you launch your book… or are you waiting until you're "ready?" A visibility and list-building coach, Tracy Beavers joins Allison Lane to break down what most authors get wrong about email marketing. Spoiler: the best time to start is yesterday. You’ll hear why relying on social media is risky, how to build trust with readers before your book is out, and how to make list-building feel less like a chore and more like a creative extension of your work. If you...2025-05-2743 minFor Our Special KidsThe Story Behind Clair’s Magic with Kate and JenToday, Kate and Jen talk about their new children's book, Clair and Her Magical Friends and how it can help to guide you as a parent and your children as well. If you’ve ever looked at your child and thought, “I want to protect that light…” Then we invite you to help us bring this book to life.There’s details below about the Kickstarter campaign we have going on right now to fund the printing and distribution of Clair and Her Magical Friends. Because…well, we can’t do it without you.2025-04-0819 min
Operations with Sean LaneDemystifying Go-to-Market Efficiency with Go Nimbly CEO Jen IgartuaWhat does it really take to make go-to-market teams more efficient? Our guest on this episode, Jen Igartua, works on answering this question every day. Jen is the CEO of Go Nimbly, a 60-person RevOps agency for Mid-Market & Enterprise SaaS companies. With an amazing roster of clients that includes Zendesk, Twilio, Snowflake, Intercom, and others, she and her team help companies solve what’s getting in the way of growth.When you spend your days advising companies on how to operate more effectively, it’s easy to think you’ve seen it all. But not Je...2025-04-0435 min
Connecting the Dots by The CollectiveInsurance Innovation for Infertility and Actions for EmployersIn this episode of Connecting the Dots by The Collective, we explore Infertility Insurance with:🎙️ Dr. Christy Lane is global leader of InsurTech, an investor, founder and award-winning health scientist with expertise in AI, digital health, and wearable devices. Dr. Lane is the Co-Founder of Flora Fertility, the Stanford Wearable Health Lab, as well as Founder and former CEO of Vivametrica. Christy is also a Venture Partner with IA Capital, an InsurTech/FinTech venture firm in New York. She has been recognised as Top 40 Under 40 in Calgary, Female Founders of Insurtech Winner and Top 20 Women in Tech.2025-03-201h 07Author's Edge: the Go-to Marketing Podcast in PublishingAI and Outsourcing: How to Streamline Your Marketing in 5 Simple Steps with Jen Lehner | Ep. 50Send me a text!Feeling overwhelmed by marketing your book or personal brand? You don’t have to do it all alone. In this episode, Allison Lane sits down with Jen Lehner, marketing strategist, systems expert, and outsourcing pro, who shares 5 powerful ways to streamline your marketing using AI, automation, and virtual assistants. Whether you’re an author, speaker, or business leader looking to grow your audience without burning out, this episode will help you work smarter, not harder, so you can focus on what you do best.Tune in to learn how to ma...2025-03-1148 minFor Our Special KidsTeal's Behavior Analysis by Teal's Higher Self!This week Jen is sharing a channeled message from Teal's Higher Self. Teal shared with Jen why she was acting out at school and how she could be soothed. This episode is a reminder that we can connect with our verbalish children in a variety of ways. To learn more, reach out to Jen at jen@forourspecialkids.com to a reading.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/christopher-galovan/viae-repriseLicense code: E6BXGQJWLXAOZH95We love to hear from you. Send emails to ForOurSpecialKids@gmail.co...2025-02-2610 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 8: Innovative Strategies for Sustainable Growth with Lane EdwardsIn this episode of The Bold Entrepreneur, Jen Kinal sits down with Lane Edwards, founder of Pura Botanicals, a luxury plant-powered skincare brand. Lane shares her inspiring journey from working for Lululemon in Australia to creating a skincare brand rooted in self-care and wellness after her own transformative experiences with motherhood and loss. Lane opens up about the challenges of entrepreneurship, her decision to redefine beauty standards by avoiding the term "anti-aging," and the magic behind her innovative skincare products like the Overnight Watermelon Mask. She also gives us a glimpse into her involvement...2025-02-1949 min
Landing ImperfectCoping with Burnout: Real-Life Experiences and Practical Advice with Kali WolkenIn this enlightening episode of Landing Imperfect, your host Jen Lander and guest Kali Wolken explore the pervasive issue of burnout. The conversation kicks off with an insightful examination of what burnout truly means, extending beyond the confines of workplace stress to impact various roles we juggle in life. Jen shares deeply personal experiences, emphasizing the reality of 'mom guilt' amidst balancing education, career, and family, while kali elucidates the metaphor of stress as a rising water tank. Together, they delve into identifying signs of burnout, especially among 'givers' and perfectionists, and discuss practical strategies for stress management and...2025-02-0535 minFor Our Special KidsThanksgiving Updates, Gratitude, and A Channeled Message from Jen's OhanaGiving thanks to all of you this week. We've had some very fun new listeners...so welcome to the community. The card I pulled today was from the book Medicine Cards by Jamie Sams and David Carson. You can learn more at Medicine Cards – The Discovery of Power Through the Ways of Animals.The team I connect with is called my "Spirit Ohana." They have specifically requested that I call them my family in Hawaiian. There is a short podcast covering this discovery if you have interest.I hope you take a few bits o...2024-11-2723 min
Life's Deceit with Jen SimpsonBirthday Rewind: Great Moments, Laughs, and Inspiration | A Special Podcast CompilationSend us a textEarlier this week, Jen celebrated her birthday! To make it memorable, we’ve put together a special compilation of some of our best past episodes. Get ready to rewind in style! This episode is a treasure trove of laughs, maybe a few tears, and plenty of inspiration. So grab your popcorn, sit back, and enjoy this trip down memory lane!Note: We don’t own the rights to the soundtracks and music used in this video.🎧 Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Watch more episodes he...2024-10-2520 min
Profitable Photographer Podcast279: Jen Hargrove: How To Use Photo Competitions to Grow Your BusinessHere we go again...another great guest and conversation on The Profitable Photographer with Luci Dumas! I’m so excited to introduce you to Jen Hargrove, an award-winning fine art photographer specializing in character portraits, pets, children, and abstract waterscapes. With 12 years under her belt, Jen’s earned titles like Master Photographer and Certified Professional Photographer.Jen share some eye opening practices that have helped her business success grow through print competitions, and she’s mastered the art of turning mini-sessions into high-profit opportunities. And guess what? These mini- sessions are primarily of men transf...2024-10-1623 minFor Our Special KidsGetting a Universal Nudge: Jen's ThoughtsJen got a couple nudges this week and she decided to share!If you'd like to receive her .pdf 6 Steps to Enhance Your Intuition or if you're interested in her Intuitive Parenting Course, shoot her an email!!We love to hear from you. Send emails to ForOurSpecialKids@gmail.com if you have questions, topics, or an amazing person we should highlight. And, please tell a friend or caregiver about us! Follow Us on Instagram & FaceBook, @ForOurSpecialKids or go to https://www.ForOurSpecialKids.comhttps://uppbeat.io/t/lane-king...2024-09-1913 min
Meet the MessJD Vance and the Couch of Shame, The Paris Olympics, Peeing in Pools, Toys We Played with as Kids, and More!This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit meetthemess.substack.comMove over, Meet the Press—it’s time to MEET THE MESS!This week on podcast, Jen and Karyn discuss JD Vance and the couch of shame. 🛋️🍆 And, Karyn’s bringing Oui Oui Week back to celebrate the Paris Olympics! 🏅🇫🇷 Speaking of Olympians, they’re not banging on their cardboard beds 🛏️, but they are peeing in the pools 🏊♀️! (Some of them are on Only Fans too.) Plus, take a trip down memory lane as Karyn and Jen discuss the toys they played with as kids! 🧸 What w...2024-07-301h 00For Our Special KidsWill YOU ever be enough? A conversation with Jen and Noelle...In this episode, Jen and Noelle just talk all sorts of things. You'll get to contemplate your soul's journey and purpose, the existence of past lives and their role in our journey, what we are doing here as moms and caregivers, telepathy, the definition of fully functioning, and so much more!Enjoy and send Jen an email if you got a little nugget of info that'll positively impact your life.We love to hear from you. Send emails to ForOurSpecialKids@gmail.com if you have questions, topics, or an amazing person we should highlight. A...2024-06-1019 min
Red Weather ChristiansS4E6: Life in the Slow LaneWhen you're living life in the fast lane, it's tough to slow down. From hang-drying clothes to getting a speeding ticket in Spain, Jen and Steve share stories that will encourage you to reassess your need for speed. Enjoy listening!
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2024-05-2535 minFor Our Special KidsConnecting with your Higher Self...with Jen!In this episode, Jen helps you learn to connect with your higher self and your child's too! Dive into the wisdom and guidance of your truest self through meditation, journeying, journaling, and nature. Discover the joy of this spiritual journey with me.We love to hear from you. Send emails to ForOurSpecialKids@gmail.com if you have questions, topics, or an amazing person we should highlight. And, please tell a friend or caregiver about us! Follow Us on Instagram & FaceBook, @ForOurSpecialKids or go to https://www.ForOurSpecialKids.comhttps://uppbeat.io...2024-05-0623 minFor Our Special KidsRaw Truths: How did a diagnosis change Jen's positive outlook on life and her manifesting power?In this extremely raw episode, Jen opens up about how her positive vibrational energy and hope has shifted since Teal's diagnosis; something she is very much ashamed to admit. Jen openly shares the raw truths about feelings no one likes to discuss and looks at the heaviness of guilt.However, in the end, she shares two profound truths and provides you with a 4-minute guided meditation (if you choose to join her) that will help shift those heavy emotions back to a lighter, higher vibration.We hope you enjoy and let us know what you think.2024-03-1826 min
The Inspire Health by Jen PodcastEpisode 61 || How to Stay Positive When Healing Chronic Illness & Autoimmune DiseaseIn this episode, Jen addresses a listener's question on how to stay positive when healing chronic illness and autoimmune disease. She shares her personal experience of healing eight different autoimmune conditions and provides four tips for staying positive throughout the healing journey. Jen emphasizes the importance of allowing yourself to crumble and feel the emotions, staying in your lane and following your intuition, believing in your body's ability to heal, and shutting out the outside noise and negative influences. She encourages listeners to trust their own inner knowing and not be swayed by others' opinions or limitations.
...2024-02-2036 minFor Our Special KidsGiving to ourselves with JenJen jumps on today to share some thoughts on her recent 2-days-away and why she wasn't quite sure she was deserving of the time.Then, she shares some inspired words on love.Enjoy!We love to hear from you. Send emails to ForOurSpecialKids@gmail.com if you have questions, topics, or an amazing person we should highlight. And, please tell a friend or caregiver about us! Follow Us on Instagram & FaceBook, @ForOurSpecialKids or go to https://www.ForOurSpecialKids.comhttps://uppbeat.io/t/lane-king/journeyLicense code: E3...2024-02-1410 min
The RidiculistThe Ridiculist Presents: Dumb LoveThis week, take a trip down memory lane with an early episode of Dumb Love, Jen and Sally's original podcast (and the episode where Jen tells the story that led to her Seduced to Slay fame).
On this episode, hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks begin with a crazy write-in from comedian Shanda Sung and a quickie about a murder plot gone wrong. Jen tells the messed-up tale of killer couple Melissa Bredow and Jason Belanger and Sally gives us the love story at the heart of the Supreme Court case, Obergefell v. Hodges.
...2024-02-071h 01For Our Special KidsDisabled vs. Special Needs and SO MUCH MORE with author, Kelley Coleman In today’s episode, Jen and Kelley talk about topics we’ve never covered here at For Our Special KidsKelley Coleman gets Jen to talk about some not-always talked about concepts and issues. Using the words special needs vs. disabled is just one example. They talk about ableism and why there is a negative stigma around this entire community. They get into staring and when our children are just being themselves in public and how easy it can be to openly address the behavior and not the disability.Kelley is really good at usin...2024-01-2938 min