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Let’s Get Real with Jena BurrisSidelined by the NFL Life—How Eileen Noyes Reclaimed Her Voice, Identity, and Self-Worth (Part 1)Have you ever looked around and thought, “I should feel grateful... but instead, I feel like I’ve lost myself”?That’s exactly what we’re diving into today.In this episode, I sat down with my friend Eileen Noyes, and her story is one that I know so many of you are going to feel deep in your bones. From the outside, she was living the dream—married to an NFL player, raising a beautiful family, doing everything “right.” But behind the highlight reel, Eileen was slowly fading. She had left behind her career, her community, a...2025-07-2927 minLet’s Get Real with Jena BurrisLosing Yourself in Motherhood—And Finding Your Way BackYou know those moments where someone asks you something simple like, “What do you do for fun?” and your brain short-circuits? You draw a blank. You panic. Because... you honestly don’t know.That’s a sign that you’ve likely lost yourself in motherhood and is what Jena dives into in this episode. If you’ve ever felt like motherhood slowly erased the version of you that used to dream, dance, or do anything just for you, this is a must-listen.Jena shares a vulnerable story of when she realized sh...2025-07-2236 minLet’s Get Real with Jena BurrisRediscovering Creativity (Part 2): Why It Matters More Than You Think with Maria CarrascoCreativity isn’t just about making art—it’s about staying connected to ourselves in the chaos of life. In Part 2 of this conversation with Maria Carrasco, we explore how creativity shows up in everyday moments, how it impacts our emotional and spiritual well-being, and what it looks like to reclaim it in adulthood.Maria shares why creating is more than just a hobby—it’s a tool for healing, identity, and connection. Whether it’s pottery, journaling, or even the way we problem-solve and plan for our families, creativity is woven into who we are.We also ta...2025-07-1532 minLet’s Get Real with Jena BurrisRediscovering Creativity (Part 1): The Surprising Way It Heals Us with Maria CarrascoSo many of us (especially moms) move through life feeling disconnected from our creative side. In this episode, Jena sits down with Maria to explore what happens when creativity feels buried under the weight of daily life, motherhood, and pressure to always be productive.They talk about how early experiences shaped their beliefs about creativity, how perfectionism and self-doubt can shut it down, and what it looks like to reconnect with the creative part of yourself not to produce something impressive, but to feel alive again.Whether you’re a writer, a painter, or a mo...2025-07-0830 minLet’s Get Real with Jena BurrisThe Silent Bully That’s Shaping Motherhood (Part 3)—with Jackie GaneyDo you ever feel like you’ve lost yourself in motherhood?In the final part of our series with Jackie Gainey, we talk about what happens when moms slowly become a shell of who they used to be. We unpack the pressures of performance, the anger that comes from unmet needs, and the grief of realizing we’ve abandoned parts of ourselves along the way.But this isn’t where the story ends.This episode is full of honest stories, deep emotion, and practical insight on what it actually looks like to reconnect with w...2025-07-0142 minLet’s Get Real with Jena BurrisThe Silent Bully That’s Shaping Motherhood (Part 2)—with Jackie GaneyIf you’ve ever wondered why motherhood feels so heavy—even when you love your kids deeply—this episode is for you.In Part 2 of our conversation, Jackie and I go deeper into what’s really behind mom guilt. We unpack the cultural and generational messages that have shaped us, the anger that bubbles up when our needs go unmet, and the shame that keeps us silent.This isn’t just about parenting tips. It’s about healing.You’ll hear honest stories about coping mechanisms (like wine or overperformance), unmet emotional needs, and what it ac...2025-06-2429 minLet’s Get Real with Jena BurrisThe Silent Bully That’s Shaping Motherhood (Part 1)—with Jackie GaneyDo you ever feel like no matter what you do as a mom, it’s never enough?If you’ve chosen to stay home, you feel like you should be working.If you’re working, you feel like you’re neglecting your kids.If you take a moment for yourself, guilt whispers that you’re selfish.In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend and co-leader of our moms group, Jackie Gainey—a mom of two (with one on the way), home stager, and one of the wisest women I know—for a...2025-06-1730 minLet’s Get Real with Jena BurrisWhat No One Tells You About Making It to the Top: A Candid Conversation with Miles BurrisWe’re told to chase our dreams, hustle hard, and climb to the top—but what happens when you get there and it still doesn’t feel like enough?In this episode, Jena sits down with her husband, former NFL linebacker and Hollywood actor Miles Burris, for a raw conversation about what success really costs behind the scenes. From locker rooms to film sets, Miles has lived the high-performance life—and yet what mattered most wasn’t the external wins, but the inner struggles he had to face along the way.Together, they unpack how ambition s...2025-06-1051 minLet’s Get Real with Jena BurrisHealing From Narcissistic Relationships (Part 2): Gianna’s Journey to Freedom & RecoveryWhat happens when the blinders come off and you finally see the relationship for what it really is? In Part 1, Gianna shared the destructive patterns of narcissistic abuse that kept her stuck. In this follow-up episode, she opens up about the pivotal moment that gave her the strength to walk away—and the hard but beautiful process of healing that followed.You’ll hear how she broke free from the toxic relationship, how she reconnected with her sense of identity and worth, and the specific tools and resources that supported her recovery. From practical steps to emotional turn...2025-06-0330 minLet’s Get Real with Jena BurrisHealing From Narcissistic Relationships (Part 1): Gianna’s Journey to Freedom & RecoveryIt can start with charm, passion, and even a shared heart for serving others. But what happens when love masks manipulation, and your sense of reality begins to erode?In this episode of Let’s Get Real, Jena sits down with Gianna, who bravely shares her story of navigating a relationship with a covert narcissist. They dive deep into what narcissism actually is (it’s not just being self-centered), how it subtly shows up early on, and the predictable patterns that keep people stuck in a cycle of emotional abuse.You’ll learn how narcissism can of...2025-05-2734 minLet’s Get Real with Jena BurrisThe Pain I Hid, the Healing I Found—The Origin Story of Let’s Get RealWe all carry hidden pain—but what happens when we never stop to name it, face it, or heal from it?From the outside, everything can look fine. But inside, you feel numb, stuck, or like you’re constantly pretending you’re okay. That was my story. I didn’t know how much I was carrying until I started falling apart.In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Real, I’m sharing the story I’ve never told in full publicly until now—the moment my world changed as a young girl, how I shut down emotio...2025-05-2016 minLet’s Get Real with Jena BurrisTrailer: Welcome to Let’s Get RealWelcome to Let’s Get Real with Jena Burris — a podcast where honest conversations lead to healing, growth, and freedom. In this short trailer, you’ll hear what the show is all about, who it’s for, and what you can expect each week.If you’re tired of pretending everything’s fine and ready to step into a fuller, freer life — you’re in the right place.New episodes drop every other Tuesday. I’m so glad you’re here!For speaking inquiries, brand partnerships, or workshop opportunities, visit www.jenaburris.com or email jena@jenabu2025-04-2900 min
CyberologyThe College of Arts & SciencesDean of the College of Arts & Sciences, Dr. David Kenley, sits down with Jen Burris and Jena Martin to talk about the many offerings from the college. In addition to providing the bulk of the general education classes all students are required to take, Arts & Sciences offers a variety of majors such as biology, digital art and design, and cyber intelligence and leadership. "We represent the disciplines that are historically and traditionally seen as the heart and soul of any university experience," Kenley said. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-2929 min