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Talking Smack 415
by Debbie Mink & Jamie Roseman
Talking Smack 415 is the podcast for women navigating midlife, motherhood, menopause, mental health, and personal growth-with real talk, big laughs, and honest stories biweekly. Hosts Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great (Jamie Roseman), longtime best friends and Jersey girls, ( with Debbie now living in San Francisco hence the 415 in the title) dive into topics like friendship, sobriety, cancer journeys, beauty obsessions, burnout, and more. Each episode blends humor, heart, and smart smack talk, featuring guests like therapists, coaches, and inspiring women. If you’re searching for community, women’s wellness, or just want to laugh with friends and feel seen, subscribe now and join the conversation. DM us what you want us to talk smack about next!
Episodes
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Deep & Shallow:College Goodbyes, Cancer Curveballs & the Great Kugel Competition
Welcome back to Deep & Shallow, the Talking Smack 415 series where best friends Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great talk about whatever is happening in our lives, from the genuinely hard stuff to the completely ridiculous. And this month? There’s a LOT happening. Debbie just dropped her daughter off…
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Feng Shui for Real Life: How Your Home Affects Your Energy, Stress & Wellbeing with Lisa Morton
Can your home actually make you feel calmer, happier, more focused — and maybe even more abundant? This week on Talking Smack 415, Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great sit down with Lisa Morton, holistic interior designer, Feng Shui master teacher, host of the Feng Shui Living Podcast, and author of...
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Deep & Shallow: Jamie’s Oral Cancer Update
This month's Deep & Shallow gets a little deeper than usual. Jamie the Great updates us on her oral cancer journey and the experimental treatment she’s currently undergoing for precancerous lesions in her mouth. The good news? The treatment is working. The not-so-good news? It hurts. A lot. Jamie...
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Deep & Shallow: Muscles, Midlife, GLP-1s, Body Image
Are muscles deep... or shallow? In this episode of Deep & Shallow, Debbie and Jamie the Great tackle a topic that's far more complicated than it first appears. They dive into the pressure women face around body image, the rise of GLP-1 weight loss medications, the difference between pursuing…
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Leukemia at 16, Relapsing at 19: Hayden Laufgraven on Cancer, Bone Marrow Transplants & Never Giving Up
At just 16 years old, Hayden Laufgraven heard the words no teenager expects: "You have leukemia." What followed was hospitalisation, chemotherapy, a bone marrow transplant, remission, relapse, another transplant, months of isolation, and learning how to never give up. In this deeply moving…
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Finding Your Truth: Leaving Corporate America, Reinvention, Creativity & Purpose with Kathryn Flaschner
What does it mean to live in alignment with your truth? In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great sit down with writer, podcast host, actor, yoga teacher, and former corporate executive Kathryn Flaschner to explore authenticity, personal reinvention, creativity…
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Perimenopause to Post Menopause: Symptoms, HRT, Nutrition & Midlife Health with Health Educators Nikki Pearl & Susannah Wallenstrom
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with Nikki Pearl and Susannah Wallenstrom, founders of Menopausitive Workshop, to talk about one of our favorite (and most needed) topics: menopause, perimenopause, hormone health, and women’s wellness in midlife. Nikki Pearl…
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Talking Smack 415 May 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, we’re sharing our May 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia’s take. It’s a bittersweet moment because this is our final monthly forecast (for now) with our intuitive healer , Maia. Many thanks to Maia who's been with us for over a year sharing wisdom, perspective…
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From Philly Roots to the James Beard America’s Classics Award : Sam Mink, Oyster House owner and Third Generation Restaurateur
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I are keeping it in the family—my family. We sit down with my brother, Sam Mink, owner of Oyster House, who was just named a 2026 America’s Classics Award winner for the Mid-Atlantic region by the James Beard Foundation—one of the…
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Talking Smack 415 April 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I are diving into the April energetic forecast with intuitive healer and therapist Maia Taub—and let’s just say… this month is a whole vibe shift. If March was about pushing, striving, and figuring it all out, April is asking something...
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GLP-1s Explained: Miracle Weight-Loss Drug or Diet Culture Disaster? with Dr. Erika Siegel
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I dive into one of the biggest health conversations happening right now: GLP-1 weight-loss drugs. From celebrities like Oprah and Sharon Osbourne to friends, family members, and coworkers, medications like Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs…
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Talking Smack 415 March 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
In March’s energetic forecast, Maia share’s with Jamie the Great and myself, that we’ve come full circle at the end of our 1 year cycle. And ,this March it’s about claiming radical responsibility — for our choices, your reactions, your resilience, and your lives. The messages came through loud…
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Best Friends Since 6th Grade: How an Elementary School Friendship Lasted a Lifetime
What does it take for a friendship to last from sixth grade to midlife? In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I we dive deep into the origin story of a forever friendship that belongs to Caryn and Jen and began at Brett Harte Elementary School in Cherry Hill, New Jersey — back...
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Talking Smack 415 February 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
February is here and in Talking Smack 415’s Energetic Forecast: Maia’s Take it’s a continuation. We’re still moving through the energy of 2025 and carrying January with us… until things begin to shift mid-month, right in alignment with the Lunar New Year. The energy of Feb is all about: Presence...
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Talking Smack 415 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
Happy New Year and welcome to Talking Smack 415’s 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia’s Take. We love that 2026 arrives with a very low tolerance for BS, and Jamie the Great, Maia, and I are already feeling it. This year is all about shedding, cleansing, and letting go—of people, patterns, places, and...
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Family: Jamie the Great’s Nephew Shai Gilmore on Being Raised by the Green–Roseman Crew
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with someone very special: Jamie’s nephew… but also kind of her son… brother… all rolled into one — Shai Gilmore. Shai’s story blends resilience, humor, and the fierce love that only family can provide. He takes us back to when…
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Talking Smack 415 December's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
December is here and when Jamie the Great and I sit down with Maia in Talking Smack’s 415 Energetic forecast Maia’s take, we learn it’s giving “horse sprinting at full speed” energy… but the actual message? Slow. Down. The year flew by, the holidays are chaos, and it’s tempting to keep galloping…
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Besties for Life: Keri & Beth on 27 Years of Friendship
Laughter and friendship feeds the soul — and in this Talking Smack 415 episode, we’re kicking off our Friendship Series with longtime besties Keri Fishman and Beth Amabile, who have shared 27 years of love, laughter, loss, motherhood, and magic. Hosts Debbie Mink & Jamie the Great sit down with...
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November's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with Maia for November’s energetic forecast — and November sounds like it’s gonna be a good month for all of us! Maia sees tornado energy — things are getting shaken up! The first half of November may feel messy and…
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The Real Deal on Menopause: Hormones, HRT & Pelvic Health with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, a leading expert in menopause, perimenopause, and andropause health. Dr. Greenleaf is a board-certified urogynecologist, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and founder of the International Pause…
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October's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
In this episode, Jamie the Great and I chat with Maia as she breaks down the October 2025 energy forecast — exploring how to move with purpose, embrace new beginnings, and refresh your spirit. October’s energy feels like a quiet new beginning. Even though we’re moving into fall, the month carries…
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Matchmaking, Modern Love & Why Your Profile Picture Matters with Matchmaker Kami
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I get real about matchmaking for marriage, dating apps, and what it takes to build meaningful connections in today’s world with Matchmaker Kami. Kami is a matchmaker and dating coach who has been trained by the Aleeza Ben Sholom from…
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Do it Like Dylan, Dawn Geller’s Story of Grief, Love, & Advocacy
This episode is like no other. In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the great and I sit down with Dawn Geller. Dawn recently experienced every mother’s worst nightmare, the sudden tragic death of her 20 year old son Dylan. This interview is raw, the pain cuts through your soul, and Dawn is...
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September's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Maia dives into September’s energy forecast, spotlighting the power of shifting perspectives to see the world as full of miracles and opportunities. September 2025 carries big “endings and beginnings” energy, making it the perfect time to focus on routines,...
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Comedy, Culture & Smashing the Patriarchy with Lynn Harris of GOLD Comedy
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with Lynn Harris—founder and CEO of GOLD Comedy, the trailblazing comedy school, professional network, and content studio helping women and non-binary creatives launch their comedy careers, build community, and create hilarious,...
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August's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
August is bringing major shifts — and it feels way better than July! In this episode, Maia shares her exciting energetic forecast for August 2025, and it’s all about luck, transformation, and alignment. 🌟 Theme of the month: Luck 🐞 Spirit animal: Ladybug — a symbol deeply connected to both…
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Careers, Coaching & LinkedIn with Kate Sargent—Coach, Consultant & Boss with Sass
In this episode of Talking Smack 415 we chat with Career Coach and Consultant, Kate Sargent @yourcareerplusone. Kate is the founder of KJS Coaching & Consulting, where she has coached over 1,000 job seekers and helps businesses scale their people operations, and The Plus One Collective, a...
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July's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
July is here—and it’s a powerful one. In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great sit down with psychotherapist and energy healer Maia Taub to dive into July’s energetic themes using the Akashic Records and intuitive tarot guidance. Maia shares why this month feels like...
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The Best We Could: Healing from Intergenerational Trauma with Ellyn Mantell
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with Ellyn Mantell—mother, grandmother, devoted wife for over 50 years, ostomate, advocate, and motivational speaker. Ellyn shares the inspiring story behind her memoir, “The Best We Could,” which is about her journey healing from...
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June's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
In June’s Energetic Forecast: Maia’s Take, Maia shares that June is short and sweet and all about love! June is for lovers and love is in the air. Whether it’s loving yourself or loving someone else, June is all about love. It’s a vibe, whimsical, nostalgic and slow with fireflies and hammocks....
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Programmatic Prison Reform, Rooting for Underdogs, and Pickleball with Sunny Schwartz
On today’s episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with badass extraordinaire, Sunny Schwartz, — a nationally recognized leader in criminal justice reform, restorative justice, and prison rehabilitation programs. Sunny is the author of Dreams from the Monster Factory, which...
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May's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
In May’s energetic forecast, Maia’s Take, Maia shares that May feels deep. It’s about adulting ( we don’t really like this because who wants to adult?- it’s hard!) But as Maia explains it’s more about adulting in a calm no drama, slightly boring way. And, you feel accomplished. There is also the...
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Permanent Makeup: More than Skin Deep with Browhaus Studio Owner, Andrea Cerini-Fawthrop
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with permanent makeup artist extraordinaire Andrea Cerini-Fawthrop. Andrea is a licensed esthetician, makeup artist, and certified permanent makeup artist through the American Academy of Micropigmentation, specializing in brow…
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Overcoming Relationship Trauma with Kayla
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with Kayla, an amazing single mom who’s turned her heartbreak into a powerful story of healing and growth. After catching her long time partner and father of her child cheating, Kayla embarked on a journey to heal from relationship...
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April's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take
In April's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take, we're bringing you something new. Our first two time guest, Maia Taub, is back. She's a psychotherapist, intuitive and Soul Alignment practitioner. Maia is tapping into the energy of April to see what it has in store for you. We’re keeping it short and...
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Unfiltered Updates with Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great
In this episode of Talking Smack 415 it’s Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great, and that's it! You know we can talk and talk and talk. We update you on life's curveballs, comebacks and other topics: Jamie’s cancer update Pussy Quilt art opening Debbie’s job search Jamie’s blind dog And you know we…
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Vision and Goals and Your Word for the Year with Professional Coach Lisa Jacobs
In our latest episode of Talking Smack 415 Jamie the Great and I chat with Lisa Jacobs. Lisa is a Professional Certified Coach trained in Brene Brown’s Dare to Lead™ method and certified in mindfulness and emotional intelligence. She is a speaker, facilitator and leadership coach. As an ignitor,...
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Soul Alignment with Maia Taub
In the latest episode of Talking Smack 415, we chat with psychotherapist, Maia Taub about her Soul Alignment practice. We learn so many new words like Akashic Records, transference, the Clairs, energy hygiene. We discuss her process and how she keeps her therapy both separate and integrative with...
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Nicole Mazzitelli's Journey from Lyme Disease to Bee Venom Therapy to Beekeeper
In this episode of Talking Smack 415 Jamie the Great and I chat with Nicole Mazzitelli. Nicole shares her journey from struggling for years with various illnesses to getting diagnosed with Lyme Disease to healing herself with bee venom therapy to becoming a beekeeper. We cover it all including…
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Transformations, Connections and More with Health & Wellness Coach Stef McCarthy
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with social worker, integrative health & wellness coach, inferno hot pilates instructor, and one of Jamies' healers, Stef McCarthy. We chat about Stef's transformation from talk therapy to movement therapy and how her personal…
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Interview with Annie Korzen author of "The Book of Annie - Humor, Heart & Chutzpah from an Accidental Influencer"
In this Episode of Talking Smack 415 Jamie the Great and I chat with Annie Korzen author of, “The Book of Annie: Humor, Heart, and Chutzpah from an Accidental Influencer”. Annie is an actor, comedian, author, storyteller, influencer and 85 year old powerhouse who loves to talk just as much as we...
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Psychologist Elissa Meryl's Ketamine Assisted Practice
In this episode of Talking Smack 415 Jamie the Great and I chat with Psychologist Elissa Meryl. Elissa specializes in treating patients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues to name a few. She integrates many types of therapies in her treatments and in this episode we…
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Cancer update from Jamie the Great & Debbie the Best
A year after her cancer surgery @jamiethegreat updates you on her progress. We chat about Not being a #fuckcancer person Being a warrior Community Genetic connection between Ashkenazi Jews and oral cancer Then we naturally switch gears and chat about menopause, weight loss & hormones. And, Debbie...
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From Cherry Hill, NJ to LA - Jaime Feldman's Music Industry Career
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with music exec and friend from high school, Jaime Feldman. ( yes two James' at once!) We have a lot to catch up on, about 32 years! We chat about Jaime Feldman's: Nontraditional career path from Sam Goody associate in the Echelon…
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Randi Green's Mental Health Journey
In this episode of Talking Smack 415 Jamie the Great and I chat with her sister Randi Green. Randi shares her journey with mental health and addication. We chat about: Perspective Grit Meds Friendship Community And of course family! Hop in your car, press play, and share this with anyone who you...
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Catching up with Debbie Mink & Jamie the Great!
You know we love to talk and laugh! In the latest episode of Talking Smack 415, Debbie & Jamie the Great catch up. It's just the two of us interrupting each other, sharing what we've been yacking about off mic. We chat about: Menopause Hormones Crystals And most important Jamie the Great shares a...
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Going VIral with TikTok Sensation Brianna Apple
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with viral TikTok sensation Brianna Apple. We dive deep into her story and cover so many topics: Being Jewish Stereotypes and misinterpretations of her work Struggles to keep content light and humorous for Jewish followers and not...
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Bird watching with JT Birds
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I chat with our friend from high school, JT Birds. JT 's a bird watcher who goes birding every day. He leads tours and is on a mission to share as much about birds as possible. He'll inspire you to tune in and care about your habitat and…
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Aging Gracefully with Dr. Erika Siegel
Hit the gym, jump in your car, or get in the kitchen and listen to this episode! Jamie the Great and I are interviewing Dr. Erika Siegel. Dr. Siegel is a: Naturopathic Physician Acupuncturist Mom Juggler of life's abundance She has been practicing Functional Integrative Medicine for over 20 years...
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Interview with Jamie The Great's Therapist, Gregory Garber
In this episode of Talking Smack 415, we meet one of Jamie the Great's healers, her therapist, Gregory Garber. We chat about: The emotional rollercoaster of cancer Normalizing the feelings around it Jamie as a patient Cycles patients go through We try and make some jokes but cancer isn't that…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Talking Smack 415 is the podcast for women navigating midlife, motherhood, menopause, mental health, and personal growth-with real talk, big laughs, and honest stories biweekly. Hosts Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great (Jamie Roseman), longtime best friends and Jersey girls, ( with Debbie now living in San Francisco hence the 415 in the title) dive into topics like friendship, sobriety, cancer journeys, beauty obsessions, burnout, and more.
Each episode blends humor, heart, and smart smack talk, featuring guests like therapists, coaches, and inspiring women. If you’re searching for community, women’s wellness, or just want to laugh with friends and feel seen, subscribe now and join the conversation. DM us what you want us to talk smack about next!
HOSTED BY
Debbie Mink & Jamie Roseman
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Talking Smack 415 is the podcast for women navigating midlife, motherhood, menopause, mental health, and personal growth-with real talk, big laughs, and honest stories biweekly. Hosts Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great (Jamie Roseman), longtime best friends and Jersey girls, ( with Debbie now living...
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