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Jane Wilkens Michael Better Than Before

by Jane & Laurie

Through her books and nationally syndicated beauty, health and fitness columns, Jane Wilkens Michael has helped change the lives of millions of readers who have experienced a life-altering event by encouraging them to become Better Than Before. Now Jane’s experience and expertise can be heard on talk radio. On their journey, her listeners will learn simple steps to relax, replenish and rejuvenate — to become Better Than Before. www.janewilkensmichael.com

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Episodes

  1. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Skin We’re In

    Overcoming Chronic Skin Challenges - On today’s show, Jane welcomes Dr. Saakshi Khattri, a triple board-certified dermatologist, rheumatologist and internist, as well as the Director of the Center for Connective Tissue Diseases at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Her expertise…

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  2. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Meet the Press

    A talk with trailblazing author Michael Gross - Jane's very special guest today is Michael Gross, the New York Times best-selling author of acclaimed books that explore the hidden worlds of wealth, power, privilege, and the people who shape them. With a career spanning decades in investigative...

  3. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Strength in Every Step

    Carrie Ann Inaba on living with Sjögren's - Jane’s special guest, making her second appearance on the show, is the incomparable Carrie Ann Inaba -- a renowned dancer, choreographer, television personality, actress and singer. Millions around the world recognize her as the former co-host of CBS’s...

  4. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Unforgettable Love

    Natalie Morales on Alzheimer's, brain health and hope - Jane’s very special guest, Natalie Morales, is an award-winning journalist and television personality whose warmth, authenticity and compassion have made her a trusted and beloved presence in millions of homes across America. After more than...

  5. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: From Fear to Fierce

    Guerdy Abraira's journey of strength, hope and healing - Jane’s guest today is the amazing Guerdy Abraira, a television personality, best known for her role on Bravo’s The Real Housewives of Miami. She is the author of GUERDYFY: From Trauma to Trophies, as well, which brilliantly and poignantly...

  6. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Transformation Inspiration

    Kym Whitley’s life-changing weight loss journey - Jane’s guest today is the fabulous Kym Whitley. Kym is an Emmy-nominated actress, comedian, producer and podcast host with an outstanding career that spans television, film and stand-up. She is known for her roles in Beauty Shop, Curb Your...

  7. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Fueling Greatness

    Allyson Felix teams up with Ensure - Top athletes are aware that a healthy lifestyle program fuels their physical and mental stamina, speed, coordination, consistency, resilience and power. And no one exemplifies this more than Allyson Felix, the most decorated track and field athlete in Olympic...

  8. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Expect the Unexpected

    Author Mary Lou Falcone on resilience and reinvention - Jane’s special guest is Mary Lou Falcone. Mary Lou is a renowned communications strategist, author, and founder of the Falcone Group, one of the nation’s leading public relations firms specializing in the arts, education, and nonprofit...

  9. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: And The Oscar Goes To…

    Talking to the spectacular Octavia Spencer - Jane’s very special guest is Octavia Spencer, the Academy Award and Golden Globe- winning actor, and iconic star of stage and screen. You all know her from her powerful, trailblazing roles in The Help, Hidden Figures and The Shape of Water, to name but...

  10. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Gold Standard in Lifestyle Advice

    Jane’s guest today is Wendy Paige Sterling, one of the country’s foremost intuitive coaches and well-being experts. A sought-after motivational speaker, bestselling author, and podcast host, Wendy helps high-achieving women deepen their self-trust and lead their lives from truth, not survival.…

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  11. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: His Heart Went On....and On!

    Iconic sportscaster on curing AFib - Jane’s very special guest is renowned television anchor and radio show host Michael (Greeny) Greenberg. Indeed, in addition to a multitude of his other accolades and accomplishments, including writing best-selling novels, he is a longtime ESPN sports…

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  12. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Hail Alex

    Passing through adversity - Jane’s very special guest today is Alex Smith. And there is no better model for perseverance and success than this former star NFL quarterback and current ESPN analyst. In 2018, during a Washington Commanders' (then Redskins) game, he suffered a life-threatening injury...

  13. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Beating the Odds

    Suleika Jaouad on surviving and thriving - Jane’s very special guest is author, advocate and motivational speaker, Suleika Jaouad. Diagnosed with an aggressive form of leukemia at age 22, Suleika was given a 35% chance of survival. Rather than simply giving up, she went on to chronicle her…

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  14. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Glucose Gladiator

    A talk with a celebrated blood sugar specialist - Jane’s special guest is Pamela Nisevich Bede, a world-renowned expert in sports dietetics. Pam’s mission is to translate the complex science of nutrition and metabolism into tangible and practical advice to inspire others to change their habits…

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  15. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: How Sweet It Is

    Chatting with the creator of Dylan’s Candy Bar - Jane very special guest is Dylan Lauren, founder and CEO of the world’s largest boutique candy store chain, Dylans’ Candy Bar. The daughter of iconic fashion designer Ralph Lauren, Dylan is a creative and innovative genius in her own right. She…

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  16. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Celebrate Every Day with Babs

    Talking to everyone’s favorite internet Grandma - Jane’s special guest is Barbara Costello, now known, like all superstars, by just one name: Babs! From her Facebook posts, and @BrunchwithBabs posts on Instagram and Tiktok, this remarkable woman, a grandmother of nine, has become the adopted...

  17. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Game Changer

    Legendary sports agent on bettering brain health - Jane's special guest is Leigh Steinberg, the greatest and most successful sports agent of all time, representing star athletes and coaches in football, basketball, baseball, hockey, boxing, and golf, including the number one overall pick in the…

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  18. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Touchdown!!

    An NFL Superstar on being Better Than Before - Jane’s special guest today is Brian Dawkins, a football legend as one of the greatest NFL Safeties of all time. Brian, viewed as the leader of the Philadelphia Eagles' defense, was named to an astonishing nine Pro Bowls and five All-Pro teams during...

  19. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Screen Test

    Kate Walsh Finds the GRAIL - Jane’s special guest today is the renowned and multi-talented Kate Walsh, who we are delighted to have back for her third appearance on the show. Kate has starred in such blockbusters as Grey’s Anatomy, Private Practice, Emily in Paris and 13 Reasons Why, and can also...

  20. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: A New You

    Simple steps for personal growth and renewal - Jane’s special guest today is Dr. John McGrail, clinical hypnotherapist, best-selling author, self-improvement expert and much sought-after spirituality teacher, regarded as one of our country’s leading experts relating to personal growth and...

  21. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: A League of his Own

    Johnny Damon brings his A-Game - Jane’s special guest is Johnny Damon, a Major League star outfielder for an amazing 18 seasons, becoming one of the most outstanding, respected, and durable players in the league's history. After helping break the Curse of the Bambino by winning the 2004 World...

  22. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Carla is Cooking

    Talking health and coolness with a chef extraordinaire - Jane’s special guest is Carla Hall, a world-renowned, award-winning chef, best-selling cookbook author, and on-air star. You will recognize her from your favorite Food Network baking championship shows, as well as from co-hosting The Chew,...

  23. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: His Heart Went On....and On!

    Iconic sportscaster on curing AFib - Jane’s very special guest is renowned television anchor and radio show host Michael (Greeny) Greenberg. Indeed, in addition to a multitude of his other accolades and accomplishments, including writing best-selling novels, he is a longtime ESPN sports…

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  24. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Your Attention Please!

    Busy Philipps on ADHD Jane’s special guest is Busy Philipps, a New York Times best-selling author, actor, activist, writer, mom of two, and host of the new QVC Plus series, Busy This Week. She is best known from her work on such iconic TV series as Freaks and Geeks, Dawson's Creek, ER and Cougar...

  25. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Lowe Down on RSV

    Talking children's health with Catherine Lowe - Jane’s special guest, Catherine Guidici Lowe, is as close to being a Renaissance woman as one can imagine. She is a successful entrepreneur, graphic designer, social media influencer, wife, and mom to three beautiful children. But she may be best...

  26. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Here “Oui” Go…Again!

    Legendary Olympic Gold Medalist’s encore appearance - Paris might be hosting the Olympics, but here in New York City, Jane’s guest today is Dara Torres, a twelve-time Olympic medalist swimmer and world record-holder. Renowned as one of the greatest female swimmers of all time, Dara was the first…

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  27. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: How Sweet It Is

    Chatting with the creator of Dylan’s Candy Bar - Jane very special guest is Dylan Lauren, founder and CEO of the world’s largest boutique candy store chain, Dylans’ Candy Bar. The daughter of iconic fashion designer Ralph Lauren, Dylan is a creative and innovative genius in her own right. She…

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  28. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Skin Tight

    Talking skin care and rejuvenation - On today’s show, Jane speaks with Blair Murphy-Rose, M.D., the world-renowned dermatologist and dermatological surgeon. Dr. Blair is acclaimed by both beauty editors and her patients, who flock to her New York City clinic for advanced techniques, including...

  29. BTB: Jane Wilkens: Michael: Wheat No More

    Going grainless for good health - Jane’s guest today is the renowned health specialist Dr William Davis, a preventive cardiologist who advocates for natural healing through a revolutionary program of nutrition focused on microbiome restoration. He is the author of, among numerous other New York...

  30. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Next of Skin

    Media star spreads hope - Jane’s special guest today is global beauty and Internet lifestyle influencer Michelle Lee. Michelle reaches more than 40,000 followers each day with her content and comments about skincare, fashion, and beauty, as she chronicles her adventures to her loyal, world-wide...

  31. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Spin Doctor

    Wisdom from a world-class Peloton pro - Joining Jane from London today is Ben Alldis. A world-renowned Peloton instructor, fitness trainer and author, Ben is a unique hybrid of high-performance athlete and motivational coach. But he is first and foremost an educator, with a mission to share his...

  32. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Your Heart Will Go On

    Achieving optimal cardiac health - Jane’s guest today is renowned LA-based cardiologist, Dr. Norman E. Lepor, Founder and Director of the National Heart Institute in Beverly Hills and affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Lepor knows more about hearts than St. Valentine. So who better...

  33. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Voice of a Soprano

    Jamie-Lynn Sigler talks health and wellness - Jane’s guest today is Jamie-Lynn Sigler, one of our youngest acting icons. Twenty-five years ago, she came into our living rooms as rebellious teenage Mafia daughter, Meadow, in the HBO drama, The Sopranos, and hasn’t stopped since. Indeed, for six...

  34. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Many Happy Returns

    Giuliana Rancic on giving back - Jane’s guest today is the always amazing Giuliana Rancic, the entertainment journalist, author, fashion and beauty expert, and television superstar personality. Giuliana is best known as the host of E! News, and starring in the reality series, Giuliana and Bill,...

  35. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Interior Motives

    Celebrated design expert on giving back - Jane's guest today is world famous interior designer, Thom Filicia. The founder and chief creative officer of the world-renowned New York City-based design firm Thom Filicia, Inc., Thom is best known for his role as the interior designer on the...

  36. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Here's Looking at You

    Insightful advice from a famed photographer - Jane’s special guest today is Kate T. Parker, a multifaceted powerhouse—mother, Ironman triathlete, award-winning photographer, and NY Times bestselling author. Renowned for her book Strong is the New Pretty, she has collaborated with major brands…

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  37. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Howie Mandel on OCD

    Order in the Cortex - Jane’s guest today is the legendary comedian, TV star, screenwriter, actor, producer, director, entrepreneur, game show host and best-selling author, Howie Mandel. While Howie, who is best known now as a longtime judge on America’s Got Talent, is still a comedian at heart…

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  38. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Wendy Sterling

    The Gold Standard in Lifestyle Advance - Jane's guest today is Wendy Sterling, one the country's foremost lifestyle coaches and emotional well-being experts. Aside from being a sought-after motivational speaker, best-selling author and podcast host, Wendy is also an energy healer and she...

  39. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Jason Alexander

    Jason Alexander, of course best known for his iconic, award-winning role as George Costanza of television’s Seinfeld, has achieved even more international recognition as a writer, composer, director, producer, and teacher of acting. Along the way, he won a Tony for his performance in “Jerome...

  40. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Dishing with Top Chef Kristen Kish

    Jane’s special guest today is the renowned cookbook author and celebrity chef, Kristen Kish. The winner of season 10 Bravo TV's Top Chef, and only the second female winner in the history of the Top Chef franchise, and the co-host of Tru TV's Fast Foodies, Chef Krish is now the new host of Bravo's...

  41. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Joy to the World

    Speaking to a star nutritionist - Jane’s very special guest is the always amazing Joy Bauer, one of the nation's most popular health and wellness authorities. Joy is best known as the nutrition and healthy lifestyle expert for NBC'sToday and for having been the host of its Health + Happiness with...

  42. BTB: Jane Wilken Michael: Being Henry Winkler

    Jane’s guest today is the Emmy-Award-winning acting icon Henry Winkler, The Fonz himself! Henry, among his many accolades and accomplishments, is currently starring in the hit show Barry, and has produced and directed multiple television series. He is also a best-selling author, with his new...

  43. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Dancing with Derek

    An encore appearance - Jane's guest today is three-time Emmy Award winner, and thirteen-time nominee, Derek Hough. Derek, the most nominated male choreographer in Television Academy history, is also a New York Times best-selling author, and has appeared in film, television, and stage projects as…

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  44. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: In the Swim

    Chatting with an Olympic champion - Jane’s guest today is Dara Torres, a twelve-time Olympic medalist swimmer and a former world record-holder. Renowned as one of the greatest female swimmers of all time, Dara was the first swimmer to maintain her incredible level of excellence, long enough to be...

  45. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Heart of the Matter

    Renowned Coach & Cardiologist talk Cholesterol - On today’s show, Jane speaks with two world-class guests about the shape of our hearts. First up is two-time NFL Coach of the Year and Super Bowl LV winner, Bruce Arians. Coach Arians, who currently serves as senior football consultant for the…

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  46. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Heart to Heart

    Bob Harper talks coronary health - Jane’s guest today is Bob Harper, one of the most successful lifestyle experts in the world, with numerous New York Times best sellers on health and fitness to his credit. But even given his incredible fitness level, that we all saw in the sixteen seasons that…

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  47. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Cutting Edge

    Talking with a top plastic surgeon – Jane’s guest today is Dr. David Shafer, a renowned plastic surgeon who is recognized both nationally and internationally as a leader and an innovator in his field. Indeed, he is the go-to doctor of the world’s most beautiful people, as he continually stays on...

  48. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Doctors' Orders

    Feeling Better Than Before – Today Jane speaks with two renowned doctors, highly respected in their fields of mental health and pulmonary disease. Her first guest is noted psychiatrist, Dr Ken Duckworth, Chief Medical Officer of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, and co-author of You Are…

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  49. Better than Before: Jane Wilkens Michael: Mourning Glory

    An NBA legend on being Better Than Before - Jane’s stellar guest today is basketball superstar Alonzo Mourning, a seven-time All-Star who was one of the greatest players in Miami Heat history and an Olympic gold medalist for the USA. Currently the Vice President of Player Development for the…

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  50. BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Heart and Soleil

    Speaking with Soleil Moon Frye - Jane’s guest today is the iconic actress, director, producer, and screenwriter Soleil Moon Frye. While best known for her 80’s persona as Punky Brewster—and now from her current show, The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder— she considers her most important role as...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Through her books and nationally syndicated beauty, health and fitness columns, Jane Wilkens Michael has helped change the lives of millions of readers who have experienced a life-altering event by encouraging them to become Better Than Before. Now Jane’s experience and expertise can be heard on talk radio. On their journey, her listeners will learn simple steps to relax, replenish and rejuvenate — to become Better Than Before.

www.janewilkensmichael.com

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Jane & Laurie

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