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Jenni Tooley PresentsSlow days, snow daze, and grounding for peaceWhat does a wren, a snow plow, and an excited dog have in common? Find out in this spontaneous video I shot from my front porchđIf ya like it and want more, comment, subscribe, and/or send a little â€ïž via Venmo @jenni-tooley or zelle:jennitooley@gmail.comWww.jennitooley.com Get full access to w/Jenni Tooley at www.jennitooley.com/subscribe
2026-01-2706 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsSpinny Brain, Do-Nothing Days & the Art of RestHi darlin! Iâm coming at you from under a pile of cats and cosmic thoughts. Sunny and Toast are supervising while my brain goes spinny-spinny. Somewhere between âI donât have cancer anymoreâ and âwhy is resting harder than chemo?â I realized I might actually need to relearn how to stop. Like full stop, stop.Where I went with the spinnies:đ§ââïž How I figured out how to âdo nothingâđ The exhaustion that lingers long after survival mode endsđŸ Lessons in rest from my animal companionsđŹ Double-feature therapy: how movie marathons became my churchđ The rebellion of aligning with natural rhythms when th...
2026-01-1520 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsSanta Came Early!Join us for more fun at www.jennitooley.comYipee Skipee Noodle Doodles! The print version of Better Homes & Boundaries: All Together Now is here! Letâs take a first peek together and Iâll tell you more about whatâs in it and how MrJames and I made it!I ordered 10 total- 7 are accounted for, 3 are left. If you want one signed, sealed and delivered for $25 grab it now. Iâm going to the post office tomorrow!You can also order a direct print copy here. Get full access to w/Jen...
2025-12-0325 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsHoliday Episode: Everyone deserves a cookieâš Holiday Yum-Yum Giveaway! âšTo celebrate my episode with Carolyn Haeler, founder of Mightylicious Gluten-Free, Iâve rounded up some of my favorites and am giving away a cozy holiday bundle!Three bags of Mightylicious gluten-free cookiesA signed copy of Better Homes & Boundaries: All Together NowA bag of nuJava ground Guatemala Coffee from our friends at Just Bee Coffee BarMrJames Workshop exclusive Eureka Billies sticker(Estimated value: $70+)HOW TO ENTER (up to 2 entries):Current Substackers Comment on this post â 2 entriesPeople who found us from Social- thanks for stopping by!Follow + comment on IGâ 1 entrySubscribe to this Subst...
2025-12-0353 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles: surviving survivorshipHello, hello my darling! In this episode, thereâs going to be some kitty meowing, alot of dog barking, and, because I canât escape it, âŠpoop talk.Iâve had a complete response from stage 3aN1rectal cancer. Iâve endured chemo, radiation, surgery, and Iâm on the other side of treatment. Just because Iâm âdoneâ doesnât mean Iâm not still living with the physical, mental and emotional repercussions. Even though Social Security, my medical team, and the rest of the world assume Iâm fine now, my reality is messier than...
2025-11-2628 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsAll Together Now: The Zine That Refused to Stay in PiecesWelcome to an unexpected transmission from Jenni Tooley Presents! Check out what Jenni has to say about the latest version of Better Homes & Boundaries: Holiday Compilation and check out the fun yourself at www.jennitooley.com.Well⊠it happened again. The plan zigged, the muse zagged, and Better Homes & Boundaries decided it wanted to be one big, beautiful, 34-page, full-color limited editionâfresh off the press and delivered straight to your door via Lulu.So here it is! All Together Now! Youâve scrubbed the floors, untangled the lights, and maybe even made peace with Auntie...
2025-11-1207 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsSomeoneâs in the Kitchen w/JenniHi darlin! Itâs raining outside. My hairâs a mess. The dogâs eating a walnut. Iâm stirring something thatâs kind of risottoâbecause if it were real risotto, I wouldnât be able to talk to you right now.Iâm sharing this because I know how hard it can be to feed yourself when life gets turned upside downâafter surgery, after loss, after a long day. Cooking used to be second nature for me. But since my rectal cancer diagnosis and surgeries, itâs been a process of figuring out what I can eat...
2025-11-0210 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsBHB [Not-So-Live]Hi darlin! I am breaking out the chocolate ice cream as we speak!!! I know I said weâd do a livestream, but I gotta tell you just getting the âstudioâ set up for this one took it out of me, so I decided to record it instead. That way I wouldnât have to add troubleshooting a livestream to my day:)This takes us to the value of acceptance and the beauty of the pivot. Both can make life a lot easier and fun- and are of great use in stressful situations like The Holidays (place ec...
2025-10-2120 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsWalmart bathrooms, surveillance scans, and self-compassionWelcome back to The Cancer Chronicles, where nothingâs off-limitsânot even poop talk (you knew it was coming). This episode is part confessional, part comedy of errors, and part love letter to the human body.Support the cast with a donation via Venmo @jenni-tooley or by becoming a subscriber!In this episode, I share what itâs really like to go in for a post-cancer surveillance scanâphysically, emotionally, and yes, gastrointestinally. From a surprise iodine flush to two emergency stops at Walmart, itâs a story about healing, humility, and how ev...
2025-10-1626 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsS4:EpH: Holiday Madness & the Birth of Better Homes and BoundariesOh, the holidays. đ That sparkly, sugar-dusted time of year that somehow manages to bring out the best (and the absolute craziest) in all of us.In this episode I share a little behind-the-scenes peek at my own holiday history. I dip into how the evolution of my family traditions made me realize I needed to start doing things differently. Like, way differently.Weâll talk about:đ« How my âperfect holidaysâ started falling apart đ« What 12 years of Al-Anon taught me about the holiday seasonđ« The real reason I used to get sick every year around this timeđ« And how all...
2025-10-0912 min
Jenni Tooley Presentsđïž Jenni Tooley Presents: Lavender, Loss & Saying Yes AnywayThis weekâs episode starts with church bells ringing outside my car window (because of course it does). Iâm on my way to get a haircut, but firstâIâve got a few things to share with you.Weâre talking about the Lavender & Lore event I did last year while in the middle of radiation + chemo, and how Iâm approaching it differently this year. Hereâs what we cover:âš Last yearâs Lavender & Loreâshowing up exhausted, hot, and halfway through treatment.âš The unexpected blessings: a new dog park community, support I didnât even...
2025-10-0221 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles S4: Post Ileostomy Reversal, Poop, and...poopIf youâre new hereâwelcome! You can find more at JenniTooley.com, where the podcast, Substack, and zines all live. Right now, you can try a one-month free subscription to The Studioâcome check it out! You can also support the cast via venmo: jenni-tooley.If it helps you can sing it to the tune of George Michaelâs âLetâs Talk About Sexâ.Hey friends, itâs me, Jenni. Yepâyou read that title right. This week Iâm diving straight into the glamorous, unpredictable, and oh-so-humbling world of post-cancer poop. (Youâve been warned!)In...
2025-09-1819 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsDeath and Other Awkward TransitionsSupport the cast and get lots of other goodness at www.jennitooley.com or venmo a little love to @jenni-tooleyThis episode of Cancer Chronicles is about death. Stick with me. What Iâve discovered is that death isnât just about the end of life. It shows up in transitions, endings, pivots, and the letting go we all have to do along the way.I share about sitting in the hospital surrounded by both birth and death. How I walked the hall between the NICU and labor & delivery while patients near me were in hospice. How I was...
2025-09-1122 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles S4: Ileostomy Closure Recovery, F.E.A.R, and Bloody Dog DiarrheaNote: Thereâs a 90% chance that all or part of this podcast was produced in my bathroom. Please keep me in toilet paper by becoming a paid subscriber or making a donation via venmo: @jenni-tooley or paypal/zelle: jennitooley@gmail.com.Iâm still recovering from my ileostomy closure- my bowels are very opinionated about the whole thing. Iâm glad to be alive and exhausted at the same time so Iâm going to keep this short.Hereâs what I talk about in this episode.* What itâs really like when your bowels...
2025-08-2113 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsHelp me make cancer suck a little bit lessStage 3AN1 rectal cancerâgone. Now Iâm healing, dreaming, and building The Cancer Chronicles Sanctuary: a space for real, in-the-moment stories, self-care tips, and light for anyone facing a cancer diagnosis. Ways You Can Support:* Cheer us on and help spread the love* Donate to the GoFundMe or via Venmo @Jenni-Tooley* Share this post* Become a free or paid subscriber at JenniTooley.comTogether, we can make cancer a little less sucky.Love ya!Jenni: Get full access to w/Jenni Tooley at www.jennitooley.com...
2025-08-1301 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsThe Cancer Chronicles S4: Cancer, Poop, and PaperworkNine days post-ileostomy takedown surgery, deep in the bowels of recovery, and yet another denial letter from Social Security Disability shows up in my mailbox.This episode is part truth-telling, part vent, and 100% real-life cancer recovery. I recorded it outside in the darkâcats meowing, frogs singing- hoping my bowels didnât pick that moment to reve up again.Because yes, there's a lot of pooping over hereBut this episode isnât focused on that.This one is about what itâs like to go through a full year of cancer t...
2025-08-0312 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsThe Cancer Chronicles s4:ep ? Pomegranates, Poop, and PerspectiveOnce again thank you to ChatGPT for making these show notes. I would not have been able to do this without that tool. Iâm tired so take a listen and know that you are loved.Venmo: @jenni-tooley PayPal/zelle: jennitooley@gmail.comEpisode Summary:Welcome back to The Cancer Chronicles. Itâs Day Five post-surgery, and Iâm still here in the hospital, riding the slow-motion rollercoaster of recovery. In this episode, I share the real, raw, and surprisingly hilarious journey of waiting for my body to⊠well⊠poop. (Spo...
2025-07-2915 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsThe Barium Enema: A Love Story (Just Kidding. It Was Hell.)Welcome to another episode of Jenni Tooley Presents: Cancer Chroniclesâwhere I bring you the sacred, the messy, the holy-s**t-that-actually-happened parts of healing from cancer.This time, Iâm taking you deep into the underworld. Not metaphoricallyâliterally. Weâre talking about my barium enema. Yep, I said it. And I lived to tell the tale.In this episode, I share:* Why a tube full of white chalky liquid got shoved where the sun donât shine* What happened before, during, and after (spoiler alert: pink barium is a thing)* How...
2025-07-1135 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles S4:Ep ummm... surgery PTSD, butt staples, and deciding to healHi darlin!Once again, keeping it simple. Hereâs the breakdown. Listening is better because what I say between the bullet points is pure magic:)* Stoma and ostomy success- letâs celebrate!* Why Iâm excited about having barium squirted up my butt* Using the 3Aâs to go from surgery PTSD to feeling good about it* How deep listening and emotion code work healed a surgery trauma* A few of the âother thingsâ I used to kick cancer out of my butt including energy work, lymphatic massage, emo...
2025-07-0123 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsJenni Tooley Presents: in the heartlight w/Mr JamesWelcome, once again, to our multi-faceted series: âin the heartlightâ. Today we are finishing up (for now) our series of interviews with Mr. James of MrJames Workshop (aka Dalton) with a discussion about his video creation: âCreationâ. Iâm going to keep this one simple. Letâs let the work and the spoken words speak for themselvesđ„° I suggest you watch the video before listening to our conversation and then revisit it as we talk our way through it. (There is also a transcript- itâs a mess but you can check it out if needed!)I hope youâv...
2025-06-2957 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsAnal Pressure, Mucous, and a 3rd fail at recording this episodeAlright. I admit it.This episode is not for the faint of heart. But nothing cancer or ileostomy related is, so pull out your vinyl Queen âHot Spaceâ album and sing along.(Yes. Under Pressureâ is on a Queen album, not a David Bowie album. Who knew?)And if you want more raw, unedited, real accounts of what my experience has been like kicking cancer out of my butt, become a paid member of Jenni Tooley Presents. Or donate to the production fund via Venmo: @jenni-tooley or zelle/paypal: jennitooley@gmail.comPS...
2025-06-1912 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsIleostomies, adjustment disorder, and breaking down to healJenni Tooley here. Reminding you that no matter what, life is goingto happen. If you're getting to the end of your rope, I am right there with you.The good thing is, is that this too shall pass.Good, bad, or indifferent.This too shall pass.We are resilient.We are loved.And we have all kinds of support around us.It's just a matter of asking and receiving.Sometimes you don't even have to ask.Sometimes it just comes to you.Know that you are loved.Join me for this episode of...
2025-06-1519 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles: Bypassing the butt, staying connected when you are anything but, and amplifying abundance through simplicityOnce again- massive gratitude to all who have been on part or all of this journey with me!I have been up to my elbows in s**t, literally, for the last few weeks because Iâve been having trouble adjusting to my stoma, Mildred (thatâs Mildred B.B. Puckrup to you;). Iâm allergic to adhesives so that already creates a challenge. And I canât get a good seal around her, which means that stomach acids are sitting on my skin, eating away at it under the ostomy bag. After scouring dozens of Reddits and YouTube...
2025-06-0525 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles: Post LAR surgery, ostomies, and the anxiety of going homeFirst things first. I am deeply grateful for all of the support. I want to list each of you by name, but my brain will inevitably leave someone out. SoâŠThank you so much to those who participated in the chat while I was in the hospital:)Thank you to everyone who sent things from the wish list.Thank you to those who have shown up at my house to help.Thank you to those who are caring for my animal companions.Thank you to those who have venmoâd, zelleâd or handed me complimentary yums.Thank you to...
2025-05-2512 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles S4:E3: 7-day countdownHello! Hello!Iâm here! Iâm alive! Robots are going to chop up my rectum in 7 days! Please send love, send sanity, send whatever you like! (venmo: @jenni-tooley zelle: jennitooley@gmail.com)Thank you so much to Brian and Steven for sending some love$, to Vicki & Melvin for animal help, to Dalton for puzzle hours, Belen for bevvies, and my mom and dad, just cuz:)Reminder: Transcript available:)As you know, my goal is to keep these podcast posts manageable and as simple as possible, so here we go!Rectal surgery in 7...
2025-05-0220 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer-Free! Still Surgery BoundâčïžHere we are with exciting news for Cancer Chronicles, S4 Ep2. Iâm cancer-free! Whoop whoop! Get out your pom-poms! Cue the Sousa marching band! Pop open aâŠwait, whatâs that you say? I still have to get surgery?Grrrr. Argh.This is one of those moments where I must pause and celebrate this milestone* even if the journey must go on. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I appreciate and love each and every person, place, and thing that has gotten me here today!Now, letâs talk about th...
2025-04-2510 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles S4 Ep1: Resources, Support, and MiraclesHi Darlin!First, letâs catch up!Thank you so much to those who supported Season 3 of The Cancer Chronicles podcast! Itâs been nearly a year since I was diagnosed with Stage 3aN1 Rectal cancer- can you believe it? At that time, I decided I was going to produce the s**t out of cancer (get itâŠIâve got rectal cancer;). So not only did I project manage my healthcare and life, but I turned this whole mess into an unexpected new season of the podcast. I called it: Confessions: âThe Cancer Chroniclesâ (cue the loud echoey...
2025-04-1812 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsIn the heartlight w/Dalton James, Part 2Thanks to our supporters, weâre back with more from MrJames Workshop! In our last encounter, we introduced Dalton (Mr. James to you) and took a trip down memory lane. Today, we will pick up where we left off with the introduction of MrJames newest endeavor, Queer Cosmic Folk Art, more specifically, The Billies! (Now on tour in Eureka Springs).Youâll get the most out of the experience by listening to the podcast audio while following along with the text and images. If you canât listen to the episode, check out the audio transcript- itâs messy but full...
2025-04-111h 08
Jenni Tooley PresentsIn the heartlight w/Dalton James of Mr James Workshop Part 1Hi Darlin! Welcome to our first episode of âin the heartlightâ- an in-depth multimedia interview series! Youâll get the most out of the experience by listening to the podcast audio while following along with the text and images. If you canât listen to the episode, check out the audio transcript- itâs messy but full of amazing insights and stories!We begin the series with my longtime friend and collaborator, Mr James-known to me asâŠDalton.Mr. James (known by me as Dalton) is a Los Angeles-based artist and cosmic raconteur, s...
2025-04-031h 08
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles: Episode#âŠwho knows?Some days are better than others. Some parts of the day are better than others. The good news is this too shall pass. In this episode of the Cancer Chronicles, Iâm talking about what itâs like to have a crappy day while on chemo, the endurance required to get through the end of the entire chemo protocol, and how knowing that the mantra âtoo shall passâ can get me through one day at a time.If you've been following my journey, you know itâs not just about the treatments; itâs finding jo...
2025-01-2110 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep 15: Thriving Against the OddsSometimes life doesnât go as planned, and thatâs okay. What if instead of pushing against the flow, we embrace the change?Welcome back to Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue! Iâm your host, Jenni Tooley. This episode is a quick catch-up, as we dive into the real-life struggles of navigating cancer treatment while still trying to enjoy lifeâs little pleasures.I misplaced my glasses only to find them in the most unexpected place and it served as a reminder of how unpredictable life can be, especially when youâre dealing with the mental...
2024-12-1934 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep 14: Healing, Not DoingHave you ever had to completely let go of your expectations and embrace the present moment, even when it feels like you're losing control?Welcome back to Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue! Iâm your host, Jenni Tooley, and in this episode, Iâm diving into the reality of managing expectations, both for myself and others, while navigating my cancer journey.Cancer has a funny way of flipping the script on everything you thought you knew about your life. And today, Iâm opening up about my second cycle of chemo and the intense hand-fo...
2024-12-1217 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep 13: How I Conquered My Fear of ChemotherapyHave you ever had to make a choice that didnât feel right, but you knew you had to do it anyway? Welcome back to Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue! Iâm your host, Jenni Tooley, and today, Iâm discussing the struggles of making tough decisions during cancer treatment (and life in general!). Itâs not always about what feels goodâitâs about whatâs necessary.So, hereâs the dealâyesterday was a big day for me: I had my first IV drip chemo infusion. And let me tell you, the emotional rollercoa...
2024-12-0524 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep 12: The Power of WillingnessHave You Ever Taken a Break That Wasnât Really a Break?Welcome back to the Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue! Iâm your host, Jenni Tooley, and weâre diving into the highs, lows, and downright unexpected moments of my cancer journey in Season 3: The Cancer Chronicles.As you know, Iâve got cancer. And Iâm bringing you along for the ride, sharing my raw, unfiltered experiences, including the good, the bad, and yes, even the rectal humor.In todayâs episode, I reflect on my so-called two-week "break" after six intense w...
2024-11-2815 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep 11: Celebrating Milestones!Before we jump in, I want to thank Daniel and Peggy for heeding the call- they have made it possible to finish the season out with 4 more episodes! Thank youđ Now letâs dig in!Have you ever felt the joy of celebrating a victory, even when the battle isnât over yet?Welcome to Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue! Iâm your host, Jenni Tooley. Season 3, The Cancer Chronicles, has been an emotional journey for me, and Iâm thrilled to share my unfiltered experiences with you!So, I know I might have s...
2024-11-2109 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep 10: Feeling Grumpy?Ever have one of those days where life just knocks the wind out of you, and you wonder how you're supposed to keep going?Welcome back, listeners! Itâs Confessions of an Aging Ingenue with Jenni Tooley. As you already know, Iâve got cancer! And as always, I'm taking you on this journey with me. Sharing the good, the bad, the ugly and everything in-between â itâs raw vulnerability at its best. This season happens to be about my cancer journey, but donât worry if youâre not facing the same battleâyouâll still find ple...
2024-11-1408 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsYouâve got the power!Hi Darlin!Weâve all been through the wringer over the last few months- well, letâs be honest- not months, years- and many of us are still in it. Adding to the stress and overwhelm is that fact that weâre driving right into the storm called âThe Holiday Seasonâ. You know the season Iâm talking about. The one where you run yourself ragged trying to create the âperfect holiday experienceâ but find yourself, once again, in the middle of a Hallmark Christmas movie thatâs been abruptly interrupted by a family drama that you could have predict...
2024-11-1315 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep 9: Living in the MomentQuick note before we dive into this weekâs episode- many thanks to our founding members, annual subscribers, and donors! Youâve made 11 episodes of this podcast possible. I have four more in the hopper which will cost $500 to produce. If you believe this conversation is valuable, please subscribe or drop a tip in the tip jar!Thank you! Letâs dive in!Cancer Chronicles Ep 9: Living in the MomentHow much of your life are you trying to plan right nowâand is it really working?Hi there, welcome back to another raw and unfi...
2024-11-0715 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep 8: What a Typical Day Looks Like During Cancer TreatmentHello! Welcome back to another episode of the Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue, Season 3! Itâs the âCancer Chroniclesâ and Iâm Jenni Tooley, your guide through the chaos.In this episode, Iâll be sharing the raw reality of day 11 of my chemo and radiation treatment. The truth is, it's a full-time job! Between juggling doctor's appointments, handling finances, and figuring out how to deal with nausea and fatigue, it's a lot. But I'm here, showing up, sharing the real, unfiltered, messy journey with you.The questions are rolling in, and Iâll be tackling a...
2024-10-3125 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep 7: Asking for Help: A Journey Through CancerWhy is it so hard to ask for help?Welcome to another episode of the Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue, Season 3! with Jenni Tooley. As we continue the Cancer Chronicles, Iâm opening up about the chaos and challenges that come with cancer, but more importantly, how Iâve found ways to maintain a joyful perspective despite it all. One of the biggest lessons? Learning to ask for help. I know how tough it can be to admit you need support, but thereâs a beauty in allowing others to step in and share the load. Accepti...
2024-10-2408 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep 6: Laughter, Love, and a Little Weasel CoffeeEver wondered how to find laughter in lifeâs toughest moments?Welcome back to Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue, Season 3! Iâm your sweet host Jenni Tooley and Iâm excited to have you join me on another unfiltered episode of the Cancer Chronicles.Iâm chronicling my journey, experiences and most importantly, the lessons Iâm learning as someone diagnosed with Stage 3 rectal cancer. But donât worry, this isnât a sad story. Iâm bringing my sense of humor, vulnerability, and realness to the forefront, turning this journey into something relatab...
2024-10-1716 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep 5: Deep Breaths and Belly Laughs: Navigating Lifeâs ChaosHave you ever felt like life is spinning out of control, and no matter how hard you try, the chaos just keeps piling up?Welcome back to Confessions of an Aging Ingenue with Jenni Tooley! Like you already know, I have been diagnosed with Cancer and Iâm inviting you to join me on this wild ride. Donât worry, itâs not going to be all doom and gloom. There will be laughs, tears, and of course, some good olâ rectal humor.In this episode, Iâm sharing more about the chaos thatâs swi...
2024-10-1020 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep 4: From Minor Symptoms to Major Shifts: My Cancer StoryHello love! Jenni Tooley here- Iâll keep my note to you brief today so we can dig into the episode. Thank you so much for your support. Without you this podcast would not exist which means you=amazing! Fun fact: Did you know that our substack provides transcripts for subscribers who lean more toward reading than listening?Now letâs dig in!Welcome to another inspiring, insightful, and entertaining episode of Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue. Iâm your host, Jenni Tooley, and Iâm excited to have you join me...
2024-10-0324 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsDisaster Management 101: Finding Unexpected SolutionsWhatâs the best way to ask and receive help during a challenging health journey?Welcome back to another insightful and humor-filled episode of the "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue" with Jenni Tooley. In todayâs episode of this raw and real Season 3, aptly titled "Cancer Chronicles.", Jenni takes us through yet another week of navigating the unexpected twists and turns of life with cancer. But this isnât just about the big "C"âit's about learning to release control, ask for help, and find peace in life, especially when facing particular challenges.Life is full o...
2024-09-2619 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep 4: Disaster Management 101:)Hiya love! I want to share something with you before we dive into this weekâs podcast episode. Just two episodes in and weâve already made an impact! Yesterday I received a beautiful DM from a woman who has been following the podcast and has just received a cancer diagnosis. Hereâs a tidbit:âŠJust so much to take in. And hearing your story has helped! âŠThank you for getting the word outâŠIâm so grateful that she felt that she could reach out to me and is benefitting from my sharing my jou...
2024-09-2519 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer. Now What?How do you stay mentally and emotionally grounded during a life-altering diagnosis?Welcome to another episode in Season 3 of Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue with Jenni Tooley. From the moment she woke up from a routine colonoscopy to hear the words "you have cancer," life took a major detour. For someone whoâs been a pretty healthy humanâex-vegan, fitness enthusiast, conscious eaterâthis diagnosis was a shocker. But thatâs life, right? It hands you lemons, and you learn to make lemonade.Today, still on Cancer Chronicles, Jenni is going into the detai...
2024-09-1917 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCancer Chronicles Ep: 2THANK YOU! Thanks so much to Carol, Tess, Tom, and Pam for becoming paid members of this substack! Because of you, we are able to produce four more episodes of the podcast!!! Whoop! Since you all rock so much, Iâm making Episode 2 available to you here a day before it goes public! Keep the episodes coming by becoming a paid member of the substack!Episode 2 covers how Iâm staying mentally and emotionally grounded during a life-altering diagnosis. This episode is not just about cancerâit's about dealing with l...
2024-09-1817 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsSurprise! When Life throws you cancerâŠWhat do you do when life hits you with a cancer diagnosis out of the blue?Welcome to Season 3 of the Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue with Jenni Tooley! Season Three is all about Cancer Chronicles! In true Jenni fashion, this is a raw, unfiltered journey through an unexpected twist in her life â her recent cancer diagnosis.It begins with the surprising news she received right after what was expected to be a routine colonoscopy. Now, Jenni is determined to share every step of this journey with youâwhether you're on a similar path or si...
2024-09-1214 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsSurprise! I've got cancer!Hi darlin!I hope you were sitting down when you saw this- I happened to be lying down on a gurney coming out of anesthesia from a routine colonoscopy when the doctor told me I had rectal cancer. I almost laughed in his faceâŠseriously. I thought he was kidding! I wonât go into more written detail here because I donât have to. I decided I was going to produce the s**t out of cancer (get itâŠIâve got rectal cancer;). So not only am I project managing my healthcare...
2024-09-1114 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsThe Thing About ColonoscopiesHello lovely listeners! Welcome to another insightful episode of Confessions of an Aging Ingenue with your super-duper host, Jenni Tooley. As always, I am excited to be on this side, recording these amazing episodes, and Iâm thrilled to have you on the other side, listening and I hope, getting inspired!So, Iâve got news⊠Itâs the season finale for season two! And we're wrapping up this season of Confessions of an Aging Ingenue with a very special episode. But, if you want this season to keep going, make your voice heard! Iâll even tak...
2024-05-2322 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsA Candid Conversation With BelĂ©n ArriolaHello and welcome back to another episode of Confessions of an Aging Ingenue with your favorite host, Jenni Tooley! Season Two has been an incredible ride filled with introspections, reflections, humor, insights, and lots more and Iâm thrilled to have you with me on this journey. In todayâs episode, I am excited to have the highly-esteemed BelĂ©n Arriola join me again! Weâre set for an engaging and enlightening conversation that will leave you with plenty to think about and apply in your own life.Weâre exploring the transformative power of forgivene...
2024-05-161h 07
Jenni Tooley PresentsSending Out An SOSWelcome back to "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue". I am your host, Jenni Tooley, and Iâm super-thrilled to have you here on todayâs episode! I invite you to join me on this journey sparked by a chance encounter with a box turtle. A poignant tale that ignited series of introspection on the subtle nuances we often overlook in the hustle and bustle of everyday life.Reflecting on my own struggles with obsessive thinking, this episode seeks to explore and offer life hacks on the challenges of staying focused in a world full of di...
2024-05-0919 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsDr. Mitch Clionsky: Dementia Prevention - Using Your Head to Save Your BrainHello, amazing listener! Iâm excited to have you join me on another episode of "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue"! I'm your host, Jenni Tooley.Before we proceed to the business of the day, remember that enrollment for the Time to Create (your dream project) 6-month Mentorship is ongoing and the Interactive Companion Guide for Season One is available! Head on to jennitooley.com to get more information on these and other exclusive content.Today, we're shifting gears a bit from our usual discussions to tackle a topic that hits close to home for man...
2024-05-0234 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsDana Leipold: Aging Gracefully, It's All In Your MindWelcome back to "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue". I am your delightful host â Jenni Tooley! And Iâm excited to have you join me on todayâs episode!I have an esteemed guest joining me as well, Dana Leipold - a dedicated Wellness Coach, Holistic Nutritionist, and Yoga Instructor. With over five years of experience, Dana specializes in supporting individuals aged 50 and above in cultivating a positive mindset, nourishing their bodies with optimal nutrition, and establishing a consistent movement practice. Her mission is clear: to guide her clients from feeling aged and achy to vibrant and healthy...
2024-04-2549 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsDriving Through The StormHello and welcome to another exhilarating, engaging, and insightful episode of your favorite podcast â "Confessions of an Aging Ingenue" with Jenni Tooley.Today is story time! Iâm sharing all about a gripping journey through a harrowing storm â a drive through a treacherous weather event that is reminiscent of Dorothy's adventure in "The Wizard of Oz." Thinking on the battle through torrential rain and ominous skies, and the intense focus and determination that propelled me forward, Iâve been able to draw parallels to the challenges I have faced (and Iâm still facing) in my persona...
2024-04-1813 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsBehind the Curtain: Tales of Theater & Film Madness with Bruce RichardsonWelcome to another riveting episode of "Confessions of an Aging Ingénue" Podcast.I'm your host, Jenni Tooley, ready to take you on a journey of introspection and revelation, going down memory lane with a special guest: my longtime collaborator and friend, Bruce Richardson.Bruce shares his journey and experiences from aspiring band director to jazz musician and composer, recounting his unexpected entry into the world of theater and his first encounter with yours truly, Jenni Tooley. Today, we reminisce on our wild and wacky experiences working on unconventional shows like "Three Cuckolds" at the A...
2024-04-111h 04
Jenni Tooley PresentsThe birth of the Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue Companion GuideHi there! Welcome to Episode 5 of the "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue" Podcast with your super-amazing host â Jenni Tooley! Iâm thrilled, as always, to have you on this journey with me. Get set for another exciting ride!In this episode, Iâll take you through the process of compiling my podcast transcripts, from idea to realization. It all started with a simple idea and a desire to connect with you, my lovely listeners, in a whole new way. So, Iâm excited to share with you how this project came to be, from the initi...
2024-04-0417 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsJessica Sloan: The Business of ActingHello listeners! Welcome to yet another invigorating episode of "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue." I'm your Aging IngĂ©nue, Jenni Tooley, and I'm exceptionally thrilled to have you join me today.But before we jump into today's conversation, I have some exciting news to share. If you're a fan of Season One (and let's be honest, who isn't?), I've got a special treat for you â the Interactive Companion Guide. Head over to Jennitooley.com to grab your copy and enhance your listening experience.Iâm thrilled to have Jessica Sloan as an esteemed guest on tod...
2024-03-281h 11
Jenni Tooley PresentsBelĂ©n Arriola: Changing Hearts and Minds one cup of coffee at a time.Welcome, dear listeners, to another episode of âConfessions of an Aging IngĂ©nueâ with your delectable host, Jenni Tooley. Season Two is packed with captivating stories and insightful conversations that you cannot afford to miss.In this episode, I'm thrilled to introduce a special guest BelĂ©n Arriola, the extraordinary owner of Just Bee Coffee Bar and nuJava Coffee Company. But before we kick off, I have an announcement. Enrollment for the Time to Create (your dream project) 6-month Mentorship is open and the Interactive Companion Guide for Season One, specially put together to improve your p...
2024-03-2151 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsBody Acceptance, Aging Naturally, and Embracing ImperfectionHello, lovely listeners! Welcome back to another episode of "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nueâ - your go-to podcast for all things unexpected, insightful, and downright entertaining. I'm your host, Jenni Tooley, thrilled to have you joining me on this journey.I've got a special treat for you - the Interactive Companion Guide for Season One! Head over to Jennitooley.com to enhance your podcast experience and discover a treasure trove of insights through the magic of storytelling. Also, I am launching a mentorship program this year, so make sure you're subscribed to my monthly Muse letter to...
2024-03-1423 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsCatch up and get to gratitudeWelcome to Season Two of "Confessions of an Aging Ingenue"!I'm your host, Jenni Tooley, and I'm thrilled to have you here today. Before we get into this episode, I've got some exciting news for you. I've just released an Interactive Companion Guide for Season One! It's packed with insights, reflections, and behind-the-scenes stories to enhance your podcast journey. Head over to Jennitooley.com for more details.And that's not all â this year, we're launching a mentorship program! Make sure you're signed up for our monthly Muse letter to get exclusive tips and in...
2024-03-0719 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsGrieving a DreamHey there, lovely listeners! ï»żWelcome back to another soul-stirring episode of "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue." I'm your host Jenni Tooley, and I'm beyond thrilled to have you join me today.Before we dive into the captivating world of our STUCK story, I want to extend a special invitation to all of you. Picture this: a confessional session every first Wednesday of the month, where we spill the beans and share our juiciest tales. Intrigued? Head over to jennitooley.com and mark your calendar for some confessional magic.Letâs get started! Today...
2023-07-1214 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsHow being willing to say "no" to an audition opened up the "respect" doorHello, lovely listeners, and welcome to another episode of "Confessions of an Aging Ingénue." I'm your Aging Ingénue, Jenni Tooley, thrilled to have you with me today. Before we dive into the juicy bits, let me extend a personal invitation to you. Join us in the confessional every first Wednesday of the month at jennitooley.com. Who knows, you might just find yourself in the confessor seat!Now, let's jump into the excitement. If you're catching this in time, the last weekend of October is approaching. You can head over to jennitooley.com/Stuck to wa...
2023-06-2829 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsOwning who I amHey there, lovely listeners! Welcome back to another episode of "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue." I'm your host, Jenni Tooley, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me today.Before we dive into today's musings, a quick shoutout to our confessional nights happening every first Wednesday of the month. Head over to jennitooley.com for the deets â who knows, you might just find yourself in the confessor seat!Now, let's talk about something close to my heart â music. Living in Austin, especially during ACL time, is a whole experience, isn't it? I just...
2023-06-2125 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsThe unexpected benefits of not freaking outHey there, lovely listeners! Welcome back to another episode of Confessions of an Aging Ingénue. I'm your host, Jenni Tooley, and I'm elated to have you join me today.Before we dive into the juicy details, I want to extend a special invitation. Join us in the confessional on Wednesday nights, the first Wednesday of the month, over at jennitooley.com. Who knows, you might even find yourself in the confessor seat!Alright, let's jump into today's unfiltered, unscripted episode. I've got a tale for you - the time we lost a l...
2023-06-1416 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsBoyhood: behind the red carpetHello, wonderful listeners! ï»żWelcome back to another episode of "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue." I'm your Aging IngĂ©nue, Jenni Tooley, thrilled to have you here today.But before we dive into today's episode, I have a special invitation for you. How about joining me in the confessional on Wednesday nights, every first Wednesday of the month? Check it out at jennitooley.com. Who knows, you might even find yourself in the confessor seat!Now, let's jump into it. For those joining us for the first time, welcome to "Have I Told You...
2023-05-3128 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsOutside the comfort zone in Richard Linklater's Boyhood Pt 1Hey there, lovely listeners! ï»żWelcome to another episode of "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue." I'm your host, the Aging IngĂ©nue - Jenni Tooley, and I'm absolutely thrilled to have you with me today.Before we dive into the juicy bits, let me extend a personal invitation to our confessional sessions every first Wednesday of the month. Join us at jennitooley.com, and who knows, you might just end up in the confessor seat. Now, let's get this show on the road!Today, I want to share a captivating story from my time...
2023-05-2420 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsThe Power of Being Yourself: How I booked Arlington RoadHello listeners! Welcome to yet another invigorating episode of "Confessions of an Aging Ingénue." I'm your Aging Ingénue, Jenni Tooley, and I'm exceptionally thrilled to have you join me today.I'm so stoked to have you here for episode 10. Can you believe it's already our tenth adventure together?Before we dive into the unknown, a quick invite to our confessional nights every first Wednesday of the month. Join us at jennitooley.com and who knows, you might snag the coveted confessor seat.Now, let's get down to business.
2023-05-1029 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsBottle Rocket: 3rd time's a charm!Hello and welcome, dear listeners, to another intriguing episode of "Confessions of an Aging Ingénue." I'm your Aging Ingénue, Jenni Tooley, and I'm super-excited to have you join me today.Before we dive into the heart of our conversation, I want to extend a special invitation to you. Join me in the confessional on Wednesday nights, every first Wednesday of the month. Head over to jennitooley.com, and who knows, you might find yourself in the confessor seat.I had a big audition this week, so I thought, why not share some audition ta...
2023-05-0317 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsAn actor's process: how much do you give?Hey there, wonderful listeners! This is Jenni Tooley, your Aging Ingénue, and I'm thrilled to have you join me on another episode of "Confessions of an Aging Ingénue."Before we dive into today's topic, I want to extend a special invitation to you. Join me in the confessional on Wednesday nights, every first Wednesday of the month. Swing by jennitooley.com and who knows, you might find yourself in the confessor seat!Alright, let's jump into it. Now, for today's episode, we're on episode eight of "Have I Told You About th...
2023-04-2415 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsArt and Sales in the Indie Film WorldHello, lovely listeners! ï»żWelcome back to another episode of Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue. I'm your host, Jenni Tooley, and I'm so thrilled to have you here with me today.But before we dive into today's topic, I've got a special invitation just for you. Picture this â Wednesday nights, the first Wednesday of the month. I want to personally invite you to join me in the confessional at jennitooley.com. It's a rendezvous where you might just find yourself in the confessor seat. Trust me, it's a blast!Now, let's jump into the n...
2023-04-1922 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsThe Gen-X DeceptionHello, amazing listeners! ï»żWelcome to another episode of "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue." I'm your host, Jenni Tooley, your Aging IngĂ©nue, and I'm genuinely thrilled to have you join me today.Before we dive into the exciting content, I want to extend a special invitation to all of you. Join me in the confessional on Wednesday nights, the first Wednesday of the month, at jennitooley.com. Who knows, you might even find yourself in the confessor seat!Now, let's jump into today's episode. As we navigate the uncharted waters of this firs...
2023-04-0518 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsHow rejection got my first feature film producedHello listeners! Welcome back to another episode of Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue. I'm your Aging IngĂ©nue, Jenni Tooley, thrilled to have you with me today.Before we dive into today's topic, hereâs an invitation to our confessional sessions happening every first Wednesday of the month. Join us at jennitooley.com, and who knows, you might just find yourself in the confessor's seat. Exciting, right?Now, let's jump into the exciting world of STUCK! I'm currently at the Belmont Hotel in Dallas, gearing up for the Women Texas Film Festival in O...
2023-03-3028 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsWhat if I had decided I couldn't?Welcome back, lovely listeners, to another exciting and insightful episode of "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue" with your unapologetically, multifaceted host, Jenni Tooley!So thrilled to have you join me on episode four! Have I Told You About the Time?â that I was a writer, director, producer, editor, actor, singer, and songwriter on a feature film?As usual, this is a heart to heart, Uncensored. Unedited. Just Jenni. Surrounded by the delightful chaos of playful kittens and the buzz of excitement.At this point, "STUCK - 20 Years in the Making" is hitting the...
2023-03-2224 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsTaking on God as a Co-ProducerHey there, podcast pals!Jenni Tooley here, your Aging IngĂ©nue and itâs another episode of "Confessions of an Aging IngĂ©nue." Can I just say, it's awesome to have you tuning in today!Quick shoutout before we dive into the good stuff: Wednesday nights is when the magic happens in the confessional at jennitooley.com. First Wednesday of the month - mark your calendars! Who knows, you might even snag the confessor seat.As usual, itâs just me, an iPhone, and my lively living room in the heart of Austin, Texas...
2023-03-1524 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsLet's go to Las Vegas and make a movie!Hello, lovely listeners! Welcome back to another episode of "Confessions of an Aging Ingenue." I'm your aging Ingenue, Jenni Tooley, thrilled to have you joining me on this journey.Before we dive into today's story, I want to extend a special invitation to all of you. Join me in the confessional on Wednesday nights, the first Wednesday of the month, at jennitooley.com. Who knows, you might even find yourself in the confessor seat â it's a night you won't want to miss!Now, let's jump into today's tale titled, "Have I Told You Ab...
2023-03-0821 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsIt begins: The Birth and Rebirth of STUCKHey there, fabulous listeners! Welcome to the very first episode of "Confessions of an Aging Ingenue." I'm your Aging Ingenue, Jenni Tooley, and I'm absolutely thrilled to have you join me today. But hey, before we dive into the good stuff, I've got a special invite for you: join me in the confessional every first Wednesday of the month at jennitooley.com. You might even find yourself in the confessor's seat! Now, let's get down to business.Today is a milestone â my very first podcast episode! Why did I decide to embark on this journey? Well, I've go...
2023-03-0117 min
Jenni Tooley PresentsHave I told you about the time I started a podcast?Soon I will have done it all!Made an indie feature film- yep!Played alongside Ethan Hawke in a Golden Globe Winner- yep!Wrote & produced music for a film- yep!Started a 55-gallon freshwater tropical fish aquarium- yep!Visited Russia- yep!Wore a teeny-bikini while surfing in Costa Rica- yep!Moved to a new town- sight unseen- yep!Found myself in the rooms of Al-Anon-yep!Got to be backstage at ACL- yep!Made friends with a 5-year-old...twice-yep!Restarted my life...once...twice...three times...yep!yep!yep!Oh, so many stories from all areas of...
2022-10-1702 min
Conversation Peace | We Covered#Covered| Daily Gratitude Ft. Whitney Hart & Keyra Ford#Covered| Daily Gratitude âą Live at the 2019 Mary Kay Seminar the candid conversation amongst Yezi Williams, Whitney Hart and Keyra Ford. âą Yezi Williams UNT Alum, Professional Dancer and Humanitarian IG: @yezidance . Keyra Ford (Former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader, KeyMovez LLC (Host Master classes, workshops, Choreographer), Top Realtor in DFW) IG: @keyraford
Whitney Hart is a professional ballet dancer and freelance performer throughout DFW. OCU Graduate. Hart appeared in music videos for Polyphia, American Heart Association as well as Collision Centers and acted in the independent film Stuck, directed by Jenni Tooley. She is a dance instructor at multiple studios in the metroplex. IG...
2019-07-2822 min
I Love that Movie!Mini Episode: An Interview with Filmmaker Jenni TooleyFor this Mini Episode I get a chance to talk with local Dallas filmmaker Jenni Tooley about her movie "Stuck" which is a work in progress that is screening at the Alternative Fiction Festival this Saturday at 10:00 PM at the Angelika Dallas. Jenni and I discuss her journey from actor to filmmaker as well as advice she has for aspiring women that want to get behind the camera. She's looking for feedback on her current film because she has built a community around this passion and values everyone behind the scenes and in the audience. Check out this great...
2019-02-0837 min