Mind Your Nest
"Mind Your Nest" is a podcast hosted by Jennifer Rosen, aimed at helping individuals overcome stagnation and embrace personal and professional transformation. Jennifer offers support and encouragement for listeners facing obstacles in their lives, providing a safe space for self-reflection and growth. The podcast celebrates victories, learns from setbacks, and encourages listeners to uncover their hidden potential. Jennifer infuses the show with positive vibes, tough love, and silver linings. Listeners are invited to join the journey towards a brighter future by tuning in on various platforms and leaving a 5-star review. The podcast emphasizes courage, belief in oneself, and the power of shared experiences and resilience.
Episodes
In this heartfelt episode of Mind Your Nest, host Jennifer Rosen sits down with Lisa Santiago of Caring People to explore what it really takes to support aging adults with dignity, empathy, and preparedness. From personal stories about caregiving to the emotional realities of dementia and hoarding, Jennifer and Lisa share their collective wisdom on how to navigate complex aging journeys.
Whether it's understandin...
In this heartfelt episode of Mind Your Nest, host Jennifer Rosen sits down with certified divorce coach Hope Firsel, whose personal story spans surviving cancer, navigating infertility, and rebuilding life after divorce. With warmth and wisdom, Hope shares how her Midwest roots and global experience shaped her mission to help women move through life’s hardest transitions with clarity and courage.
Together, they explor...
What really happens behind the scenes when families must empty a lifetime of memories? In this deeply personal and emotionally rich conversation, host Jennifer Rosen sits down with Emily Segal — co-owner of The Estate Settlers — to explore the human side of estate liquidation. From handling family dynamics to walking into homes left untouched after a parent’s passing, Emily shares the highs and heartbreaks of her work...
In this heart-centered and deeply insightful episode, host Jennifer Rosen sits down with Susanne Veder, President of the Elder Service Resource Network (ESRN) and author of Baseline Balance. Susanne shares her unexpected journey into senior advocacy, the creation of her life-changing wellness toolkit, and how she's helping redefine what it means to age with dignity, connection, and purpose. With over 160 member o...
What really happens when your life plan changes at 50? In this powerful episode of Mind Your Nest, host Jennifer Rosen sits down with wealth advisor Kristin Donnelley to talk about the financial reality behind divorce, especially for women navigating life after long-term marriages. From becoming a certified financial planner at midlife to helping others uncover the financial truths they didn’t know they were missing, ...
What happens when the people who are supposed to love you the most make you feel like a stranger in your own life? In this powerful episode of Mind Your Nest, Jennifer Rosen sits down with podcast producer Janine Stella, who shares the raw, heartbreaking story that pushed her to finally launch her own show. From being iced out during a moment of grief to carrying the invisible wounds of decades-long exclusion, Janine ...
What happens when two wildly different women collide at a networking event and end up building one of the most badass tribes of friendship, healing, and hilarity? In this heartfelt (and hysterical) episode of Mind Your Nest, host Jennifer Rosen sits down with Carolina Rush for a brutally honest conversation about divorce, single motherhood, emotional scars, and the road to forgiveness. From fleeing toxic marriages wit...
In this deeply insightful and surprisingly heartwarming episode of Mind Your Nest, host Jennifer Rosen sits down with Bruce, the straight-talking, soul-centered financial advisor behind Ask the Plan Man. With nearly 40 years in the insurance and financial planning industry, Bruce shares not only his professional wisdom but also the personal experiences that shaped his mission to help others prepare for life's unp...
What happens when a small-town girl with zero fashion experience takes over a consignment shop during a financial crash… and ends up building a local style empire? Meet Jen Davis, the fearless force behind Second Time Around, who went from wrangling pigs on a Delray farm to curating designer treasures and surviving life’s curveballs with humor, heart, and a whole lot of grit.
In this colorful and candid episode of Mind...
What do you do when “rock bottom” never comes — and your loved one is spiraling out of control? In this powerful and surprisingly candid conversation, Jennifer Rosen sits down with attorney Mark G Astor, who shares the life-saving legal tools most families don’t even know exist. From the Marchman Act to Guardianship to Baker Act breakdowns, Mark dives deep into how families can legally step in when addiction and menta...
What if we told you that the key to business success isn’t handing out cards—but flashing a genuine smile? In this fun and eye-opening episode, Jennifer Rosen chats with the magnetic Melinda Twillie-Bryant about why traditional networking is outdated and how to build real, lasting relationships that actually move the needle. From the science of smiling to why hugs might be the ultimate power move, Melinda shares her r...
In this heartfelt and transformative episode of Mind Your Nest, Jennifer Rosen is joined by Meryl Brandwein, a nutritionist and founder of the Brandwein Institute for Nutrition & Wellness. Meryl shares her deeply personal story of being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma just six weeks after giving birth to her third child. As a nutritionist at the time, she was shocked by the diagnosis, but it led her on a path of...
Francesca Reicherter’s story is one of profound struggle, resilience, and purpose. From childhood battles with self-worth and anxiety to facing the devastating losses of her grandfather and uncle, Francesca’s journey took her through the depths of an eating disorder, multiple suicide attempts, and an eye-opening stay in a psychiatric ward. But instead of letting her pain define her, she transformed it into a mission—c...
Join host Jennifer Rosen as she sits down with Heidi Friedman, principal of Friedman Elder Law and Estate Planning, for a deep dive into the essential tools for navigating elder care and long-term planning. From unlocking VA benefits for wartime veterans and their spouses to demystifying Medicaid eligibility, Heidi shares insider tips that could save families thousands.
Discover the critical importance of a properly ex...
In this episode of Mind Your Nest, Jennifer Rosen sits down with Josie Machovec, a community advocate and campaign manager whose journey from frustrated parent to political powerhouse is nothing short of inspiring. When COVID-19 restrictions disrupted her family’s life, Josie took action, igniting a grassroots movement to reopen parks and hold local officials accountable. Her experience opened the door to deeper invol...
What does it mean to truly "mind your nest"? In this special off-the-cuff episode, Jennifer Rosen reflects on the roots of her podcast’s name and the life lessons woven into her Midwest upbringing. Joined by producer Janine Stella, they explore the delicate balance of family privacy, generational values, and the quirks of growing up in a household where financial integrity and witty wisdom reigned supreme.
What happens when you stop letting fear call the shots? On this episode of Mind Your Nest, host Jennifer Rosen welcomes the radiant Wendi Blum Weiss, a coach, author, and speaker who turned life’s challenges into a powerful story of transformation.
Wendi takes us on her journey from a tumultuous childhood in Baltimore to a thriving corporate career—and the bold leap she took into entrepreneurship. Along the way, she sh...
Join Jennifer Rosen on Mind Your Nest for a deeply moving conversation with Chelsea Williams, CEO of Fro Pro and champion of the recovery community. Chelsea opens up about her journey alongside her husband, Matt, whose path to sobriety inspired the creation of Fro Pro, a thriving snack bar business with a powerful mission. Together, they’ve turned personal struggles into a platform for supporting others, employing ind...
In this heartwarming episode of Mind Your Nest, host Jennifer Rosen welcomes the lively and passionate Nicole Miller, a real estate agent specializing in the senior community. Join us as Nicole shares her inspiring journey from a would-be doctor to a leading real estate professional, weaving her love for seniors and her commitment to service into every aspect of her work. Together, Jennifer and Nicole delve into the p...
In this uplifting episode of Mind Your Nest, host Jennifer Rosen introduces us to Suzette Bravo, a dynamic women’s empowerment coach whose life took a surprising turn after a chance meeting at the airport. What began as a simple conversation led to an inspiring friendship, and today, Suzette shares her incredible journey of resilience, healing, and helping others reclaim their power.
Suzette opens up about th...
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