Episodios

  • Leaving Politics & Capitol Hill to make Designer Lamp Shades - Interview with Linda Daniel
    Jan 20 2026

    When burnout hit after a high-powered career in Washington, D.C., Linda Daniel didn’t fade out—she lit up. Trading politics for pattern and pressure for passion, she launched L. Daniel Lampshades, a vibrant business built on creativity, humor, and heart. From teaching on a Navajo reservation to designing for celebrity salons, Linda’s story proves it’s never too late to start over, no matter how unexpected the pivot.


    In this episode, we talk creativity, courage, and color—plus how to balance ambition with joy. You’ll laugh, you’ll get inspired, and you might just look at your lampshade (and your life) a little differently. Tune in for a conversation that’s equal parts witty, wise, and wildly relatable.


    See her lampshades and contact her at: www.elledaniel.com

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    26 m
  • What Every Ambitious Woman Should Hear About Fear - Interview with Allison Imre, CEO
    Jan 13 2026
    The world of marketing, advertising, and public relations is a complicated industry. Meet Allison Imre, the owner of Grapevine Communications. Grapevine is an award winning agency setting the standard on the Suncoast and beyond. Allison is the energetic powerhouse owner who has her finger on the pulse of it all—while raising a family. Find out how Allison got her start, where she sees her industry headed, and how she balances it all. Her commitment to results, her team, her family and our community is something to be proud of! Grab a notebook, ladies—this episode is so good it should count as continuing education credits! Don’t forget to click “Like” and “Subscribe” as it really helps our show! We do not take our listeners for granted and appreciate you!

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    23 m
  • The Story Behind Chocolate That Can Reverse Aging - Interview with Nancy Byrne of Gabriella Chocolates
    Jan 6 2026

    Chocolate that replaces your moisturizer? We’re listening.

    In this episode of Open Wide, we talk with Nancy Byrne, the inventive founder of Gabriela Chocolates and Cacao Bella, who combined her love of chemistry, pastry, and beauty to create a collagen-infused chocolate that helps smooth skin, reduce fine lines, and even protect from UV damage. From the suburbs of Chicago to her chocolate lab in North Venice, Florida, Nancy’s story is a masterclass in curiosity, reinvention, and sweet science.


    This is chocolate for women who want beauty with brains.

    Nancy reveals how her formula uses bioactive collagen peptides, astaxanthin, and cocoa extract to help rebuild skin elasticity — and how a midlife pivot turned into a thriving beauty brand. It’s science meets self-care meets dessert, with a generous dash of laughter and “you’ve got to be kidding me” moments. If you’ve ever wished skincare could taste this good, this episode is your permission slip to indulge.

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    27 m
  • We Interviewed a Financial Advisor: Stop Saving the Wrong Way
    Dec 30 2025
    Money, Money, Money. Although we do not have a fireplace, this feels like a fireside chat. If you ever have wondered what it would be like to sit down with a financial planner, we have the show for you! Susan and Dr. Jenny ask all of the questions you were wanting to ask, including what the differences are in money mindsets between the generations, the FIRE concept, and some of the most commonly asked questions of him. Whether you are just beginning, are a seasoned veteran, or somewhere in the middle, this show is loaded with great conversation! We thank you as always for listening! Please click the “Like” or “Subscribe” button as it helps our show! A Hi-Five to taking control of your finances!

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    44 m
  • Suzette Jones - A Love Story, A Farm, and a Second Chance
    Dec 29 2025
    I don’t know about you, but I ADORE flowers. And I adore the people who grow flowers. And what if they turned flowers into products that turn back the hands of time? Meet Suzette Jones: a serial entrepreneur, creative thinker, and lifelong learner who has built businesses across industries. But her most meaningful creation came at midlife. Now the owner of a flower farm and a beauty company, Suzette is passionate about helping women understand that it’s never too late to choose differently! Suzette’s website: Charmed Valley Beauty is offering our listeners a discount with the code “OPEN WIDE” at checkout! Thank you for listening and being apart of our show, for sharing our show, and for clicking “Subscribe” and “Like”. We never take our listeners for granted!

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    44 m
  • Holiday Stress - Here’s How We’re Surviving It
    Dec 23 2025
    I cannot imagine a holiday season where someone I know is not stressed out and has lost their holiday compass as to what the holidays truly mean. We feel it is very important to review ways we can remain festive, functional, and remember the true meaning of the holidays. Please join us as we turn the overwhelm, stress, and lonely feelings that may creep in into optimism and gratefulness. The holidays are a time for connection and we are so happy you are here with us! Please share our show with your friends and family and click “Like” and “Subscribe”—it really helps our show! We appreciate you for listening!

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    22 m
  • Retirement Might Be a Trap - Interview with Jeri Sedlar
    Dec 16 2025
    Ok, folks! If the word retirement makes you slightly queasy, uneasy, or just plain scared, we have a wonderful show for you! Get your #2 pencil, Ai recorder, or however you choose to take notes and cozy up for our refreshing and inspiring conversation with Jeri Sedlar. A trail blazer in her own right, Jeri has published the third edition of her book: “Don’t Retire, Rewire! 5 Steps to Fulfilling Work that fuels your passion, suits your personality, and fills your pockets”. Jeri is like the best friend you share everything with…so warm, open, and wickedly intelligent. And we dish about it! We thank you for listening! If you click the “Like” or “Subscribe” button, it helps our show! Thank you so much and cheers to Rewiring!!!

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    52 m
  • My Mom Is 104 (and Still in Charge!)
    Dec 9 2025

    What’s it really like to live with your 104-year-old mother?


    In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Open Wide, Dr. Jenny and Susan welcome their friend and patient Larry Kelleher, who shares the joy, chaos, and deep love of caring for his centenarian mother.


    From teabags reused three times to life lessons from the Great Depression, Larry paints a vivid picture of humor, frustration, and faithfulness across generations. This conversation is a touching reminder that love (even when messy and loud) is what keeps us human.

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    29 m