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The SavvyCast
Hosted by Jamie Tarence · EN
The SavvyCast is a podcast of the Family Savvy blog, where Jamie Tarence will host savvy guests to discuss real life topics that affect us all. Food and family. Marriage and divorce. Fitness and health. The Enneagram and relationships. Each episode is designed to entertain, educate and inspire all who listen. Everyone is welcome at the table! So grab a cup of coffee, and let's talk.
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A Life Update: The Story Behind Our New Lake Home
1w ago00:25:13Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I'm sharing the story behind a big transition for our family and what led us to sell the farm and purchase our new lake home. I talk about why we wanted another place where our family could slow down, gather together, and create special memories with our grandchildren. Plus, I dive into what we were looking for in our next little getaway home. I share how we ended up choosing a Saunders Bridge home, what the process has been like so far, and why we already love it so much. We just had our very first furniture installation last weekend, so it truly feels like this new chapter is starting to come to life! WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS EPISODE: Why we made the decision to sell the farm What we were hoping to find in our next getaway home Why quality time with our grandchildren played such a big role in this decision How we discovered Saunders Bridge homes What stood out to us during the home-buying process Why this lake house immediately felt special to our family What we hope this home becomes for our children and grandchildren WHERE TO LISTEN The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends! ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? CHECK THESE OUT! 38 Years of Marriage: What We Got Right (& What We'd Do Differently) Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube Are Your Marriage Expectations Too High? Here's How to Tell Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube
Transcribe →Botox, Fillers, Hair Growth, & Skin Texture: What a Dermatologist Really Recommends
2w ago00:42:58Tap to summarizeIf you've ever felt overwhelmed by all the advice around Botox, fillers, skincare treatments, and hair growth, you are not alone. I've had so many of these questions myself, which is why I'm so excited to sit down with my good friend and trusted dermatologist, Dr. Jo Lynne Herzog, for this conversation. We're cutting through the noise and talking honestly about what actually works (and what's not worth your time or money). From injectables like Botox, Dysport, and Daxify, to how we can maintain facial volume as we age, to achieving glowy skin and improving texture—we cover it all. My hope is that you walk away feeling more informed, more confident, and less pressured to chase every new trend! WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS EPISODE What we think every woman needs to know before getting fillers The only filler Dr. Jo feels confident using on her patients' temples How we lose facial volume over time (and why a facelift isn't the full solution) Why you shouldn't chase trending treatments or "fad" injectables How Dr. Jo thinks about achieving glowy, "glass" skin in midlife Tips for maintaining smooth, healthy skin texture How Dr. Jo and I met—and why I trust her approach The differences between Botox, Dysport, Daxify, and other neuromodulators Why Botox is safe (even though it's technically a toxin) Whether microneedling with PRP is worth the extra cost What to do about crepey skin Dr. Jo's honest thoughts on peptides Why too much biotin is not a good thing Hair growth solutions, including oral minoxidil Whether permanent hair removal actually exists LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED: Connect with Dr. Jo Lynne Herzog at Elite Skin Nutrafol Women's Hair Growth Supplements - Vegan Sunbetter SHEER SPF 56 Mineral Sunscreen Stick WHERE TO LISTEN The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends! ENJOYED THIS EPSIODE? CHECK THESE OUT! Considering a Facelift? 10 Things to Think About Before You Say Yes Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube Which Beauty & Skincare Treatments Actually Make a Difference (Botox, Sculptra, Microneedling, & More) Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube
Transcribe →Modern Grandmother Advice: The Sweetest (and Most Challenging) Parts of this Role
3w ago00:31:00Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I'm sharing my heart behind stepping into this new season of becoming a grandmother. I chat about the joys of being "Savvy" to my grandbabies, and the modern grandmother advice I'd pass along to any new grandmother. From the deep joy and delight to the unexpected fears and boundaries, I open up about what it really looks like to step into this new role. From the sweetest moments to the more challenging ones, I hope this grandmother advice encourages you, wherever you are in your journey. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT IN THIS EPISODE: My experience in becoming a grandmother The anxiety and responsibility that can come with caring for your grandbaby Learning to step back and respect how your children choose to parent Why defining your role before the baby arrives can make all the difference Navigating differences in faith and family traditions with grace Simple, joy-filled traditions I am building with my grand-girls (like Friday night dance parties to 80s music) The heart behind creating a family vacation home for lasting memories LINKS & RESOURCES The Grand Hotel WHERE TO LISTEN The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends! ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? CHECK THESE OUT! Are Your Marriage Expectations Too High? Here's How to Tell Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube 38 Years of Marriage: What We Got Right (& What We'd Do Differently) Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube
Transcribe →38 Years of Marriage: What We Got Right (& What We'd Do Differently)
4w ago00:57:09Tap to summarizeAfter 38 years of marriage, my husband Zane and I wanted to sit down and have a truly honest conversation about what this journey has looked like for us—the good, the hard, and everything in between. We're sharing what we believe we got right, where we missed the mark, and what we would do differently if we could start over. Also, we talk about some of the foundational ideas that shaped our marriage and why we've come to view marriage more like a business. This episode is full of the long term marriage advice we wish we had when we were just starting out. Whether you're single, newly married, or years into your relationship, our hope is that this gives you practical insight and encouragement for the long haul. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT IN THIS EPISODE: Our best long term marriage advice for those who want to be married someday The meaning behind "The Chair" and how it represents our marriage Why we believe you should treat your marriage like a business An honest look at what we got wrong (and what we got right) The values we were looking for when we were dating How we figured out our roles within our marriage over time Why self-awareness and clearly communicating your needs is critical What actually makes husbands love their wives more as the years go on What our marriage looks like in this current season of life The long term marriage advice we'd give ourselves if we were starting over today The story behind why we made the decision to sell our farm LINKS & RESOURCES Relationship Expert: How to Find a Great Partner (and Avoid Divorce) | Lila Rose Show Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube The Chair and How to Ask the Marriage | The SavvyCast episode with Jamie & Zane Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Listen to the Marriage: A Novel by John Jay Osborn on Amazon WHERE TO LISTEN The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends! ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? CHECK THESE OUT! Are Your Marriage Expectations Too High? Here's How to Tell Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube Jamie & Zane: Impactful Quotes We Love & Live By Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube
Transcribe →Are Your Marriage Expectations Too High? Here's How to Tell
Apr 1000:40:16Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Zane and I chat about expectations in marriage: what's healthy, what's unrealistic, and how to tell the difference. In fact, this conversation came out of a session we recently had with our young marrieds small group, and it prompted us to reflect on our own 38 years of marriage. We talk through the areas where expectations can easily create tension—like communication, household roles, and finances—and share six practical questions you can use to evaluate whether your expectations are realistic or ridiculous. Through honest conversation and real-life examples, our hope is to help you identify what may be causing frustration and move toward a more grace-filled, realistic approach to your marriage. 6 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF TO EVALUATE YOUR MARRIAGE EXPECTATIONS: Would this expectation reasonably apply to most healthy adults, or does it require a unique skill set, luck, or a specific personality? Is this something my spouse can fully control? Is this expectation sustainable over time? Am I consistently offering what I expect from my spouse? How often does this expectation lead to disappointment and resentment in me? Where is this expectation coming from within me? WHERE TO LISTEN The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends! ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? CHECK THESE OUT! Zane's Marriage Advice for Newlywed Men (that Every Couple Should Hear): Part 1 Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube Jamie & Zane: Impactful Quotes We Love & Live By Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube
Transcribe →Menopause, Hormones, & Feeling Like Yourself Again with Joanna Strober of Midi Health
Apr 300:41:59Tap to summarizeIf you're navigating perimenopause or menopause and feeling overwhelmed, confused, or just not like yourself, this episode is for you. I sat down with Joanna Strober, co-founder of Midi Health, to talk about how midlife women can get the menopause treatment they need in a simple, accessible way and start finding real relief from their symptoms. We cover everything from hormone therapy to weight loss medications, peptides, and the real, tangible solutions available to help midlife women feel their best again. QUESTIONS ANSWERED IN THIS EPISODE: What is Midi Health, and how does it serve women ages 35–65? What is an SSRI, and how is it used for midlife women? What inspired Joanna Strober to start Midi Health? What are the most common struggles women face during perimenopause and menopause? How are patients matched with a nurse practitioner through Midi Health? Can Midi Health be used as a primary care provider? When are you actually "done" with menopause? Is hormone therapy safe? What are the benefits of estrogen for midlife women? Does Midi Health help with weight loss medications and peptides? Are drinkable peptides effective? How can women safely and legally source peptides? What is retatrutide, and what should women know about it? What options are available for women who want to feel better but don't know where to start? LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED: Midi Health Getting to 50/50: How Working Parents Can Have It All by Joanna Strober WHERE TO LISTEN The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends! ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? CHECK THESE OUT! Real Talk on Midlife: Hormones, Marriage, and Looking & Feeling Your Best with Deanna Pizitz Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube Navigating Hair Loss: Solutions for Cancer Patients, Thinning Hair, Alopecia, & More Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube
Transcribe →Triple Negative Breast Cancer, Chemotherapy, & Recovery: Cathy Williamson's Cancer Journey
Mar 2700:48:51Tap to summarizeIn today's episode, I'm sitting down with Cathy Williamson of The Middle Page blog for a conversation that is both powerful and deeply encouraging. As a triple negative breast cancer survivor, Cathy shares her journey from diagnosis through treatment, including chemotherapy and a double mastectomy. We also talk about the emotional side of it all—losing her hair, the realities of treatment, and the practical tips that helped her get through it. Her story is full of wisdom, perspective, and so much hope—and I know it will encourage you. 🔗LINKS & RESOURCES: ➡️365 DAYS OF HEALING BY MARK BRAZEE: https://amzn.to/47XZN9j ➡️FOLLOW ALONG WITH CATHY WILLIAMSON: BLOG: http://www.the-middlepage.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Middle-Page/166706666816658 INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/themiddlepageblog/ ❓QUESTIONS ANSWERED IN THIS EPISODE: What is triple negative breast cancer, and how is it different from other types? How did Cathy first discover something was wrong? What did the diagnosis process look like for her? What treatments did Cathy undergo (double mastectomy, chemo, etc.)? What is the "red devil" chemotherapy, and why is it called that? What helped Cathy manage side effects like nausea during chemotherapy? What are some practical tips for someone currently going through chemotherapy? How did Cathy navigate the emotional side of her breast cancer diagnosis? After a double mastectomy, are mammograms still necessary? What are some things people should not say to someone going through cancer? What are meaningful ways to support a friend or loved one during treatment? How did Cathy's lifestyle and wellness habits change after her diagnosis? What is something positive that came out of Cathy's cancer journey? How did her experience shape her work today in fashion, style, and wellness for midlife women? 🎙️WHERE TO LISTEN The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends! ➡️ALL PODCAST PLATFORMS: https://tr.ee/49IaOBDqZd ➡️YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYKYQGRb8T6a9ritEfVSPNw 🎙️ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? CHECK THESE OUT! ➡️WHEN HEARTBURN ISN'T JUST HEARTBURN: ESOPHAGEAL CANCER SIGNS & EARLY DETECTION Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-heartburn-isnt-just-heartburn-esophageal-cancer/id1476058396?i=1000756303464 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0l6I1Ko4wAjT1RlyCVgt1M?si=krYVxW_TQvqRgEinKX43eQ YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ziy7vnXMvMM?si=Sx_ZdxLazJZtMHHe ➡️MEN CAN GET BREAST CANCER TOO: TALKING WITH A MALE BREAST CANCER SURVIVOR Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/men-can-get-breast-cancer-too-talking-with-a-male/id1476058396?i=1000537210264 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/02Y9aFcopCPbSemL1JaPWT?si=0aulSdxjTmSktoUhMPtsPA YouTube: https://youtu.be/Rj5T8Vm1sks?si=uAHlLaTX_NRAU6dT
Transcribe →When Heartburn Isn't Just Heartburn: Esophageal Cancer Signs & Early Detection
Mar 2000:23:19Tap to summarizeEsophageal cancer is something many people don't think about until it hits close to home. In this episode, we're joined by Patti Pierce and Dr. Swaroop Vitta to have an eye-opening conversation about the warning signs, symptoms, and why early detection matters. After losing her 25-year-old son, John Michael, to Stage 4 esophageal cancer, Patti shares her story and the mission behind the John Michael Pierce Foundation to raise awareness, especially among young men. Dr. Vitta also explains what to watch for, because many symptoms can easily be dismissed as everyday heartburn. This is a powerful, informative conversation that could truly save lives! QUESTIONS ANSWERED IN THIS EPISODE: How did John Michael discover he had Stage 4 esophageal cancer? What are the different stages of cancer, and what do they mean? What are the most common symptoms of esophageal cancer? What are the key signs and red flags to watch for, including: Persistent heartburn that doesn't improve with antacids Difficulty swallowing Black or tar-like stools Unexplained weight loss Is esophageal cancer more common in men or women? What trends are doctors seeing in esophageal cancer cases among younger men? What does true chronic heartburn actually feel like? What does screening for esophageal cancer look like? What is Barrett's esophagus, and why does it matter? What new, less-invasive screening options are currently in development? How is the John Michael Pierce Foundation raising awareness and educating others? HOW TO SUPPORT THE JOHN MICHAEL PIERCE FOUNDATION: Attend their JMP Golf Classic on August 3, 2026, at the Highland Park Golf Course Donate to the foundation LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED: John Michael Pierce Foundation Stay up to date with the John Michael Pierce Foundation on Instagram Schedule an appointment with Birmingham Gastroenterology Follow along with Birmingham Gastroenterology on Facebook, Instagram, & TikTok WHERE TO LISTEN The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends! ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? CHECK THESE OUT! Ady's BiG Army: How One Girl's Journey Brings Hope to Adults with Disabilities Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube Thistle Farms: A Safe Haven for Human Trafficking Survivors Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube
Transcribe →Navigating Hair Loss: Solutions for Cancer Patients, Thinning Hair, Alopecia, & More
Mar 1300:39:08Tap to summarizeHair loss affects millions of people, whether from cancer treatment, alopecia, genetics, hormonal changes, and more. In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and hair expert Kim Laslo, owner of Hair by Kim, to talk about the many alternative hair solutions available today. From wigs and toppers to extensions and men's hair systems, Kim shares practical insight and hope for anyone navigating hair loss and looking for options to feel confident again. LINKS & RESOURCES Hair by Kim Amanda Pair Foundation TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE: How people are experiencing hair loss at younger ages than ever before How Kim works with cancer patients navigating hair loss during treatment Why cold caps don't always prevent chemotherapy hair loss The difference between synthetic wigs and real human hair wigs The typical price range for wigs and alternative hair solutions How long it usually takes for hair to grow back after cancer treatment My personal experience with hair extensions from Kim Alternative hair solutions for women with thinning hair or alopecia Hair replacement options for men Whether a full toupee for men is worth it How modern alternative hair can restore confidence and normalcy WHERE TO LISTEN The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends! ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? CHECK THESE OUT! Considering a Facelift? 10 Things to Think About Before You Say Yes Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube Which Beauty & Skincare Treatments Actually Make a Difference (Botox, Sculptra, Microneedling, & More) Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube
Transcribe →10 Ways I Use ChatGPT Every Week (That Make Everyday Life So Much Easier)
Mar 600:21:33Tap to summarizeThis episode is all about one of my favorite tools lately: ChatGPT. I know many women, especially in midlife, feel hesitant about AI. But, I've found it to be an incredibly helpful tool for everyday life! I use AI for everything from improving recipes and planning meals to creating travel packing lists. It even helped me redesign my laundry room! It's become a simple way to save time and stay organized. In this episode, I'm sharing the practical ways I use ChatGPT each week and how it can make your daily life a little easier, too. LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED: Banana Nut Bread Recipe WHERE TO LISTEN The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends! ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? CHECK THESE OUT! Our New Year Rhythms: Simple Daily Habits We're Prioritizing as a Couple Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube Real Talk on Midlife: Hormones, Marriage, and Looking & Feeling Your Best with Deanna Pizitz Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube
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