Jane Wilkens Michael

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 the Mayo Clinic series. Among her other impressive accomplishments, this devoted wife and mother of three, has her own Amazon Live show, a super informative website, JoyBauer.com, and thirteen (!) New York Times bestsellers. Most recently, she has partnered with the American Egg Board on their Incredible Egg campaign that dispels years of misinformation about this essential edible. On this segment, Jane and Joy discuss ways to embrace a healthier lifestyle year-round, including how to incorporate superfoods, such as beans, nuts, leafy greens, and salmon into our daily diets, what to eat and what to avoid, and the secrets to successful weight loss. She also talks about how to have healthy kids, and shares simple, everyday recipes that are delicious, nutritious and easy to prepare. Finally, Joy imparts her personal tips and tools on how we can all be Better Than Before forever more.

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 the Mayo Clinic series. Among her other impressive accomplishments, this devoted wife and mother of three, has her own Amazon Live show, a super informative website, <a href="http://JoyBauer.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyBauer.com</a>, and thirteen (!) New York Times bestsellers. Most recently, she has partnered with the American Egg Board on their Incredible Egg campaign that dispels years of misinformation about this essential edible. On this segment, Jane and Joy discuss ways to embrace a healthier lifestyle year-round, including how to incorporate superfoods, such as beans, nuts, leafy greens, and salmon into our daily diets, what to eat and what to avoid, and the secrets to successful weight loss. She also talks about how to have healthy kids, and shares simple, everyday recipes that are delicious, nutritious and easy to prepare. Finally, Joy imparts her personal tips and tools on how we can all be Better Than Before forever more.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Joy to the World

Jane Wilken Michael

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 memoir, Being Henry, due out in October.  On the segment today, Henry talks about the ups and downs of his long and storied career, the one piece of advice that has been important to him throughout his life, and what inspires him in the day to day. Hear, too, about how he deals with negativity, his love of food, and his timeless tips that will make us all Better Than Before, physically, emotionally and spiritually, as well. Finally, he discusses why he has partnered with Apellis on their “GA Won’t Wait” campaign for age-related macular degeneration, specifically Geographic Atrophy, the leading cause of blindness for over a million Americans.

BTB: Jane Wilken Michael: Being Henry Winkler

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 an actor. For many years a pro on Dancing with the Stars, and the only six-time champion in the franchise history, he is now a staple on the DWTS judging table. On the segment today, Derek and Jane talk about his dancing career, his nationwide dance tour that is kicking off this fall, and his personal tips and tools for a healthy, active lifestyle. Finally, Derek discusses his partnering with the makers of Excedrin---and his fabulous  fiancée and fellow dancer, Hayley Erbert---to launch their innovative Head Care Club, a holistic approach to head health with custom nutrition, mindfulness and movement routines, all designed to make everyone look and feel Better Than Before.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Dancing with Derek

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 selected to represent the United States in five Olympic Games. Additionally, in her role as a motivational speaker, she has inspired millions by sharing her insights and experiences in facing and overcoming tough challenges. On today’s segment, Dara, also the author of the best-selling, Age Is Just a Number: Achieve Your Dreams At Any Stage In Your Life, discusses what motivates her, and how her health condition—she’s had psoriasis for decades—has never stopped her from achieving her goals. To that end, she has joined with legendary musician/actress Cyndi Lauper as part of PsO in the Know, a podcast series sponsored by Novartis, that helps those who also suffer from this often painful skin condition, live Better Than Before.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: In the Swim

Renowned Coach &amp; 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 Tampa Bay Buccaneers, was formerly with the Arizona Cardinals and Indianapolis Colts. On this segment, he talks about a wake-up call he had in 2017 when he learned he had heart disease after being hospitalized for chest pains—adding injury to a loss he blamed on a bad penalty call. Coach, who struggled with high levels of bad cholesterol for years, shares how he’s made his heart health a priority, including how he stays on top of his cholesterol game on and off the field.  He also discusses how training—and training tables—have changed, as well as the lifestyle habits of his players, from college rookies to Tom Brady.  Coach also tell us about his partnership with Novartis, makers of Leqvio, for the Coaching Cholesterol initiative, which encourages people to talk to their doctor about what to do if they need help lowering their bad cholesterol.  Then Jane also interviews celebrated LA-based cardiologist, Dr. Norman Lepor, who will very clearly and informatively help us all get our hearts back on the beating path in our quest to become Better Than Before.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Heart of the Matter

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 he was a star trainer on the hit show, The Biggest Loser, he suffered a nearly fatal (but for the CPR skill of an adjacent exerciser!) coronary episode that forever changed his life. On this segment, Bob speaks openly with Jane about how his road to recovery has evolved over the years since his heart attack, and what it looks like today. To that end, he will discuss what constitutes a healthy lifestyle, including advice for eating right and having heart healthy workouts, such as his personal favorite, hot yoga, which he now even teaches. Bob will also discuss his involvement with Survivors Have Heart, a national movement that uses the power of patient stories to engage heart attack survivors and their loved ones, while supporting those who may be at risk of another episode and why he launched the Survivors Have Heart Community (a national network of heart attack survivors and loved ones) over five years ago.  All in all, Bob’s inspirational story will educate and inspire others to become Better Than Before.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Heart to Heart

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 the cutting edge of technological developments in all aspects of both aesthetic and cosmetic surgery. Double Board certified, Dr. Shafer offers his patients the best and most innovative treatments at the Shafer Clinic on Fifth Avenue in New York City, that can combine both surgical and non-invasive procedures to achieve the most natural looking results. He has been featured as an expert in Men’s Health, The Today Show, BBC, ABC News, and Us Weekly, to name but a few, and is a peer-nominated Castle Connolly Top Doctor who has consecutively won a Patient’s Choice award. On this segment, Dr. Shafer gives valuable advice about who and what to look for—or avoid—when deciding to visit a plastic surgeon. He also discusses the newest trends and techniques for both women and men, including his revolutionary SWAG procedure for male enhancement. Furthermore, he speaks about the latest research on anti-aging and explains the different fillers, Botox, lasers, and the like, and what they each can achieve. And since taking care of your health in general is essential for a better surgical outcome, he offers nutrition, anti-stress tips, and healthy lifestyle suggestions, as well. Remember, when you look good you feel better, Better Than Before.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Cutting Edge

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 Not Alone: The NAMI Guide to Navigating Mental Health—With Advice from Experts and Wisdom from Real People and Families. Then Jane talks to Dr. MeiLan Han, a professor of Medicine in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care, University of Michigan, and author of Breathing Lessons: A Doctor’s Guide to Lung Health. For his part, Dr. Duckworth discusses the meaning of mental illness and it wide array of associated conditions, including eating disorders, addictive behaviors, and social anxiety, to name a few. Furthermore, he shares what red flags we all should we be aware of, what we should to know about living with mental illness, when to seek the help of a psychiatrist as opposed to a psychologist, and lifestyle modifications. Dr. Han enlightens listeners as to why it is important to raise awareness of COPD, who’s at risk, some common misconceptions about smoking and COPD, the early signs of lung health issues, when to talk to a health care provider and the best lifestyle practices to ensure health lungs. All in all, it’s part of our journey to feel better than before, mentally and physically.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Doctors' Orders

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 Heat, he and Jane talk all about his storied career and challenging but ultimately uplifting medical history. They also discuss his vegan diet, fitness program and commitment to healthy living in general. Furthermore, Alonzo shares his hard-earned wisdom for winning in life. And the encouraging counsel he gives to the children of South Florida through his charity, the Mourning Family Foundation, to educate and create the opportunity for them to excel. Equally important to him, however, is his partnership with Vertex Pharmaceuticals on a new campaign called Power Forward, which brings awareness to APOL-1-mediated kidney disease (AMKD). Alonzo himself suffers from this disease and underwent a kidney transplant right in the middle of his playing career! All in all, listeners will come away with a deeper appreciation of the value of devotion to hard work and good health care --and great doctors-- and feeling Better Than Before.

Better than Before: Jane Wilkens Michael: Mourning Glory

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 being the proud mom of four children. On this segment, Soleil and Jane talk about the origin of her unusual name, how she started in show business, her wonderful years as Punky, her beauty and health secrets, and all the many other highlights of her storied career. High on that list is her involvement with CORE, the Community Organized Relief Effort, for whom she recently went to the Ukraine; and is now urging the public to do what they can to help. But with all that she has done and continues to do, her children are by far her greatest interest  And, for the sake of her 17-year-old daughter, she has recently become a passionate public advocate, joining forces with the pharma giant GSK, in Ask2BSure, a public health campaign, created to help empower parents to ask their child’s doctor about the life-saving meningitis B vaccination. All in all, you will hear how Soleil is helping us all become Better Than Before.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Heart and Soleil

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. BeMajor.org or www.janewilkensmichael.com

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.<br/><br/>www. <a href="http://BeMajor.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BeMajor.org</a> or <br/><a href="http://www.janewilkensmichael.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.janewilkensmichael.com</a>

Jane Wilkens Michael Better Than Before

Rebuilding a life after addiction - Katie Cavanagh acted like a typically moody first-year college co-ed when she came home to visit during school breaks. Little did her parents know at the time that what had begun as as perhaps a peer-driven experiment with heroin, would eventually grow into Katie’s long and near-fatal battle with addiction to this insidious drug. Indeed, the next five years included arrests, suicide attempts and multiple trips to rehab programs. Katie believed she couldn’t stop. But she did. And in tribute to National Recovery Month, dedicated to increasing our awareness of addiction – and celebrating the people who recover – we bring you this moving and inspirational interview with her amazing mother, Maureen Cavanagh, the founder and president of Magnolia New Beginnings and author of If You Love Me: A Mother's Journey Through Her Daughter's Opioid Addiction.On this segment, Maureen not only chronicles Katie’s road to recovery, but how, after years of turmoil, hardship and heartbreak, she and her daughter have rebuilt their lives. Hear how Katie, with the help of VIVITROL, has stayed drug-free, and what Maureen learned from this life-altering experience that we hope will help so many others going through a similar, heart-wrenching situation. It is the ultimate mother/daughter story of pain, love – and, most importantly, hope!

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Triumph over Adversity

Jane Wilkens Michael Show

Today on the Jane Wilkens Michael Show…Better Than Before, Jane’s special guest is Dr. Phil McGraw, host of the top-rated daytime talk show, “Dr. Phil.” This world-renowned icon and expert in dealing with other people's problems will talk about his own experience living with type 2 diabetes for the past 25 years and how he has used that diagnosis and condition to maximize his health by staying motivated and accountable. Listeners will also learn about Dr. Phil’s lifestyle strategies, his favorite upcoming show topics, and his involvement with AztraZeneca's ON IT Movement that can help guide those with type 2 diabetes in overcoming their emotional and psychological hurdles. Jane will also be speaking with Dr. Pamela Kutcher, M.D., a board-certified family physician, who specializes in preventive medical care with an emphasis on diabetes management. Dr. Kushner who has partnered with AztraZeneca on the ON IT Movement along with Dr. Phil, will identify those most at risk for type 2 diabetes and, for those who have it, easy ways to best manage the disease. The advice, tips and tools from these two brilliant guests will work to change bad habits and create a sensible lifestyle plan to prevent illness and ensure a longer, healthier, happier life.

BTB: The Jane Wilkens Michael Show: Dr Phil!

Vanessa Lachey

Jane’s guest today is TV and film star Vanessa Lachey, who co-hosts Universal Kid’s popular Top Chef Junior. The former New York-based correspondent for Entertainment Tonight, Vanessa was recently a contestant on the 25th season of Dancing with the Stars -- competing against her husband Nick Lachey!  But nothing in her impressive career could have prepared this mother of three for when her youngest son was diagnosed with RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) and had to stay in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) for 6 days. On this episode, Vanessa tells a terrifying tale of how she almost lost her youngest child to this common, yet often misdiagnosed, seasonal virus.  Prevalent in the winter months and contracted by nearly all  infants by the age of 2 in varying forms of severity, RSV is the leading cause of hospitalization for babies during their first year of life. Most importantly, it is especially dangerous for high-risk babies, notably preemies, like Vanessa's son. Vanessa raises awareness of RSV by talking about the warning signs, risk factors and how to prevent it to begin with. She also imparts her personal secrets for beauty, fitness and stress reduction, as well as having a happy, healthy home.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael talks with Vanessa Lachey on Health, Happiness and Husband Nick

A renowned doctor clears up the confusion about vitamins - Keeping up with the latest research on vitamins can be mind-boggling, at best. Suffice it to say that it’s not as easy as A, B, C. And with so many options available out there, it’s hard to know where to even begin. Or if the vitamins you are currently taking are best for you. Jane’s guest, Romy Block, MD, a board-certified specialist in endocrine and metabolism medicine, will give our listeners an essential primer on proper vitamin and mineral supplementation. And she is a true expert in the field. Indeed, she and her business partner and good friend and fellow doctor, Internist Dr. Arielle Levitan, wrote the definitive book on vitamins: The Vitamin Solution: Two Doctors Clear Confusion About Vitamins and Your Health. They then went on to establish one of the country’s first personalized vitamin subscription companies, Vous Vitamin. Hear Dr. Block’s engaging discussion on the subject, her sound advice on how to separate fact from fiction, along with simple, insightful answers to the questions and concerns that are foremost on the mind’s of Jane’s audience and the doctors’ patients alike, in their continuing quests to look and feel Better Than Before.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael talks Know Your ABC’s, D’s, Probiotics and Omega 3’s

PGA golf champ Jason Day swings into action - One of the most renowned professional golfers today, Jane’s guest, Jason Day, has notched 12 career PGA Tour victories, including a Major title at the 2015 PGA Championship. He became the world’s #1 ranked player in 2016 after winning four of his last six events to end the 2015 season. He then went on to hold the top spot for a total of 51 weeks, and continues to contend in every tournament he plays, evidenced by Top-25 finishes in 16 of his 20 starts last season. But despite the incredible victories, there have been daunting challenges. In fact, Jason nearly gave up the sport after his mom, Dening, was diagnosed with lung cancer. But after getting a second opinion and learning more about the disease, his outlook changed. He is now focused on helping his beloved mother on her journey to wellness by raising awareness about what everyone needs to know for a complete and accurate lung cancer analysis. To that end, he has teamed up with pharmaceutical giant AztraZeneca on Test it Back, a new campaign that encourages patients with newly discovered Stage IV non-small cell lung cancer to ask their doctor about biomarker testing---sometimes referred to as molecular testing or mutation testing. This breakthrough technology can help them and their physicians find the appropriate treatment options, which, in Dening's case, has happily proved to be effective. On this segment, Jason talks with Jane about his mom and the Test it Back campaign, as well as the lifestyle regimen that keeps him at the top of his game.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael talks Driving Force with Jason Day

Cobie Smulders

Jane’s guest today is the sensational Cobie Smulders, a Canadian superstar who became universally known in America as Robin Sherbatzky on CBS’s long-running How I Met Your Mother, on S.H.I.E.L.D as Honcho Maria Hill, and as Lisa in the Netflix comedy Friends from College. In moviedom, she stars in the Avenger series --- including the upcoming Spider-Man: Far From Home. But what her legions of fans might not know about Cobie, is that at the age of 25, she was faced with a shocking diagnosis of ovarian cancer. Shortly after, she underwent several surgeries and has now been in remission for more than 10 years. Cobie’s experience as a successful survivor is still quite unusual. Many women don’t know they even have ovarian cancer until it’s already in advanced stages. Unfortunately, the majority will see it return. Understanding the need for education among women with this type of cancer, Cobie has partnered with TESARO, an oncology-focused biopharmaceutical company, on a campaign called “Not on My Watch.” They have combined, in a nationwide movement, to empower women with recurrent ovarian cancer to take proactive steps in managing their disease by making informed decision with their healthcare providers about their treatments. On this segment with Jane, Cobie, wife of TV star Taran Killam and mother of two young daughters, speaks about her experience with ovarian cancer, her advice for others, as well as her inspiring public service announcement she both directed and starred in that benefits survivors of any cancer. Furthermore, she shares the personal lifestyle tips and tools that keep her happy, healthy, and Better Than Before.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael talks Avenging Ovarian Cancer with Cobie Smulders

Jane’s guest today is the sensational Cobie Smulders, a Canadian superstar who became universally known in America as Robin Sherbatzky on CBS’s long-running How I Met Your Mother, on S.H.I.E.L.D as Honcho Maria Hill, and as Lisa in the Netflix comedy Friends from College. In moviedom, she stars in the Avenger series --- including the upcoming Spider-Man: Far From Home. But what her legions of fans might not know about Cobie, is that at the age of 25, she was faced with a shocking diagnosis of ovarian cancer. Shortly after, she underwent several surgeries and has now been in remission for more than 10 years. Cobie’s experience as a successful survivor is still quite unusual. Many women don’t know they even have ovarian cancer until it’s already in advanced stages. Unfortunately, the majority will see it return. Understanding the need for education among women with this type of cancer, Cobie has partnered with TESARO, an oncology-focused biopharmaceutical company, on a campaign called “Not on My Watch.” They have combined, in a nationwide movement, to empower women with recurrent ovarian cancer to take proactive steps in managing their disease by making informed decision with their healthcare providers about their treatments. On this segment with Jane, Cobie, wife of TV star Taran Killam and mother of two young daughters, speaks about her experience with ovarian cancer, her advice for others, as well as her inspiring public service announcement she both directed and starred in that benefits survivors of any cancer. Furthermore, she shares the personal lifestyle tips and tools that keep her happy, healthy, and Better Than Before.

A talk with celebrated personal trainer Gunnar Peterson - Fitness is a critical and constantly growing segment of the global health industry. And in the workout world, there are few more important and respected than Jane's guest, personal trainer extraordinaire Gunnar Peterson. His legions of devoted clients are not only everyday people, but a multitude of celebrities, models, movie and TV stars, and professional athletes. They have included Jennifer Lopez, Kate Beckinsdale, Bruce Willis, Sofia Vergara, Ryan Seacrest, Rebel Wilson, Sylveste rStallone, and Kim and Chloe Kardashian, for a start. Gunnar is also the Los Angeles Lakers’ Director of Strength and Endurance. He is widely recognized for his expertise in functional training and his commitment to developing and implementing innovative fitness techniques. Since he's not only about how you look but also about how you feel, Gunnar recently teamed up with MitoQ, a biotech company that produces the world’s first free-radical-fighting CoQ10 antioxidant. It acts directly inside the mitochondria to help maintain energy levels, slow the aging process and support the body’s natural resilience against free radical damage. In this segment, Gunnar shares his coveted work out and nutrition tips and tools for energy and stamina, and the most effective supplements to compete the program. He also imparts inspirational advice to keep listeners going, whether they are just starting out or are already seasoned fitness aficionados.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Commit to being Fit

Shannon Miller

A talk with legendary Olympic gymnast Shannon Miller - Gymnasts are known for their strength, agility, flexibility, coordination and determination. And no one embodies all five star qualities better than the remarkable Shannon Miller. Indeed, she is the most decorated U.S. gymnast, male or female, in the history of the Olympic Games, with seven gold medals to her name. And with a combined total of 16 World Championships and Olympic medals, she is the second most decorated gymnast in U.S. history, as well. However, with all the glory came a challenge that rivaled her athletic accomplishments. In 2011, when she was only in her early thirties and a young mother, her doctor discovered a baseball-sized growth on her ovary, which was later diagnosed as ovarian cancer. However, thanks to her true Olympian work ethic and attitude, today this superstar, who is also an author and TV host, is not only a survivor but a thriver, adding ovarian cancer awareness advocate to her long list of achievements. Through her role in the Our Way Forward program, on which she has partnered with the oncology-focused biopharmaceutical company Tesaro, she is helping other women learn more about their disease and their options, as they navigate the difficult journey of ovarian cancer diagnosis, treatment, recurrence and finding their new normal. On this segment, Shannon talks about her campaign, and gives her personal lifestyle regimen and tips on overcoming adversity to look and feel Better Than Before.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael Show talks with Golden Girl - Shannon Miller

Carrie Ann Inaba

Jane’s guest today is renowned dancer, choreographer, actress and singer Carrie Ann Inaba. Millions the world over recognize her as a  judge on Dancing with the Stars for the past 27-seasons and, more recently, as the new permanent co-host of CBS TV’s Emmy Award-winning daytime show, The Talk. Indeed, her legions of fans appreciate her artistry, beauty and talent, as well as her genuine passion when she speaks of subjects and issues that are close to her heart. One such concern is Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA), a condition which affects an estimated five million people in the United States, Carrie Ann being one of them. To that end, she has teamed up with global pharmaceutical giant Daiichi Sankyo on their Get Iron Informed campaign. Together, they are spreading the word about this common, yet little known condition,.by encouraging those at risk to talk to their doctors about getting their iron levels checked. On this episode, Carrie Ann shares her inspiring personal story about living with IDA and discusses the importance of having adequate iron levels for overall health. She talks about about her career highlights, imparts her tips and tools for optimal health, beauty, fitness and dealing with adversity, and stresses the importance of gratitude. Furthermore, she divulges her secret for having the best toned arms on TV.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: A Talk with the Incomparable Carrie Ann Inaba

A talk with an Olympic swimming legend - Jane’s guest today is Rowdy Gaines, the renowned, three-time Olympic gold medalist and International Swimming Hall of Fame member, once known as the world’s fastest human being. Today, he’s a celebrated sportscaster and analyst for major networks such as CBS, NBC and ESPN. Yet with all his accolades and accomplishments, this greatest American sprint freestyler of his time, also faced a serious setback. Indeed, for the past twenty years he has been dealing with hearing loss. On today’s segment, Rowdy discusses how the discreet, barely visible devices made by Eargo, the leader in hearing aid technology, have make him victorious over his auditory  issues.  And you will hear Rowdy talk about how the Olympic athletes of today enhance their speed, power and stamina through the latest nutrition and training regimens. He also shares his personal nutrition and fitness program, as well as lifestyle tips on how he still keeps in top shape, physically and mentally.  All in all, Rowdy’s positive attitude and sensible advice will help us all, athletes or otherwise, look and feel Better Than Before.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael talks Making a Splash

Jane's guest today is the renowned journalist Alix Strauss, a four-time author, much sought-after social satirist, and a frequent contributor to the New York Times. Her articles have also been featured in Time Magazine, Travel &amp; Leisure, Conde Nast Traveler, Departures, and Oprah, among numerous other publications. Covering a range of topics from trends in beauty, travel and food to celebrity interviews, Alix has also been a frequent guest on national morning talk shows, including ABC, CBS, CNN, and most recently, The Today Show. On this segment, she and Jane talk about her storied career and her latest best-selling novel, Based Upon Availability. Alix also shares her favorite interviews, her thoughts on the power and responsibility of the media, as well as the discipline it takes to become a successful writer. Her wit and savvy shine through as she gives listeners her tips and tools that will make us all Better Than Before.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael Show: Meet the Press

Kathy Ireland

Super Model to Super Mogul - Jane’s guest today is the fashion and home industry icon Kathy Ireland. Kathy’s career as a supermodel turned super mogul is epitomized by the fact that she has appeared on the cover of countless healthy and beauty magazines and been featured in 13 consecutive issues of Sport's Illustrated, as well as in the likes of Forbes and Success.  Indeed, as the CEO and chief designer of Kathy Ireland® Worldwide, Kathy oversees an empire that includes over 17,000 diverse products that have impacted every aspect of our lives. In addition, she is a prolific author of  best sellers, the latest of which is Fashion Jungle, a riveting fiction that she co-wrote with renowned romance novelist Rachel Van Dyken. On this segment, Jane and Kathy talk about her new book, along with such tantalizing topics as her secrets to success, how her deep faith in God gives her peace of mind, strength and purpose, the importance of giving back and the joys of motherhood. She also shares her personal beauty, health and fitness tips, suggestions on how to stay calm and centered, and words of wisdom for becoming Better Than Before each and every day.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael Show talks with Kathy Ireland

Lyndie Benson

Fashion Forward - Bleusalt, a collection of exquisitely soft, made in America, luxury essentials are the compelling creations of the keen eye, fashion sense and ne plus ultra personal style of its dynamic founder, Lyndie Benson. A paean to the beauty of her beloved Malibu Beach, the line combines the raw beauty of nature and the spirit of the ocean with an easy, elegant comfort that has become a must-have for such A-list celebrities as Cindy Crawford and Patrick Dempsey, to name but two. On this segment, Lyndie talks with Jane about the challenges of having to start over after her decades-long marriage to musician Kenny G ended. Listeners will hear her inspiring advice and lifestyle tips on how she overcame a host of obstacles and, through sheer determination and unwavering drive and passion, was able to create what is rapidly becoming one of the world’s foremost trend-setting fashion brands. Indeed, Lyndie Benson is living proof that it is never too late to become Better Than Before.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael talks to Lyndie Benson

Samantha Brown

Traveling the World with Samantha Brown - Jane’s guest today is the preeminently peripatetic Samantha Brown, host of PBS TV’s Places to Love. Known for her engaging personality and her ability to convey the true character of the people and places she visits throughout the world, Samantha has been inspiring wanderlust since her television journey first began with Travel Channel’s Great Hotels. Since then, her career has taken her to over 250 cities in 74 countries and 44 of the United States, winning her numerous Emmy Awards in the process. A natural extension of her years on the road, Samantha has also created her own stylish and practical luggage line for HSN, the Home Shopping Network. Aside from sharing her favorite destinations, the topics that Jane and Samantha discuss on this segment include everything from what clothes and beauty products are essential to pack,to how to deal with jet lag and cope with travel anxiety, to suggestions for traveling alone. Furthermore, as the mother of six-year-old twins, Samantha imparts tips on how to fly with children and keep sane!  She also talks about her exciting affiliation with AmaWaterways that produces unforgettable river cruises.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael talks Traveling the World with Samantha Brown

Viola Davis

A Touch of Sugar - Viola Davis is a true American treasure. As we all know, she currently stars in the ABC hit series, How to Get Away with Murder, for which she received the primetime Emmy Award for “Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series.” She had also been featured in such outstanding films as “The Help,” “Widows” and “Fences,” to name but a few. In fact, Viola is the first black actress to win Tony, Oscar and Emmy Awards. Adding to those honors, she has received two Screen Actors Guild Awards. Time magazine has twice named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Furthermore, Viola and her husband, Julius Tennon, develop and produce independent film, theater, television, and digital content across all facets of the entertainment industry. Yet above and beyond even these incalculable accolades and accomplishments, Viola is also a passionate humanitarian who is now advocating on behalf of a health issue that is close to her heart: Type 2 diabetes. Recently, she learned that she is one of the 84 million American adults living with prediabetes. Having seen the realities of the disease firsthand, she worked with Merck as the narrator and spokesperson for their Type 2 diabetes documentary film, A Touch of Sugar, that premiered earlier this year during the Tribeca Film Festival. On this segment, Viola and Jane discuss the takeaways from this groundbreaking film, her own lifestyle advice, and what’s next for this acclaimed actress and mother who is single handedly helping to make the world Better Than Before.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael talks with Viola Davis

Peter McCauley

The distinguished Dr. McCauley, Jane’s guest today, is a National Medical Executive for Cigna. Aside from assisting with the development of health benefit plans, Dr. McCauley works with physician groups and hospital systems to implement Cigna programs and provide clinical oversight for the company’s health improvement and quality programs. In that capacity, he is particularly focused on improving early medical intervention. In this episode, Dr. McCauley and Jane discuss the importance of understanding your individual health as well as your parents’ medical history. Cigna is also encouraging all Americans to take control of their health, from head to toe, by getting an annual check-up — and to be open with their doctor about how they’re feeling, physically and emotionally, when they do.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: To Your Good Health with Cigna’s Dr. Peter McCauley

Randy Jackson

Today Jane talks to Randy Jackson, a Grammy Award-winning producer, musician, songwriter, record-industry executive, business entrepreneur, best-selling author, talent manager, television producer and iconic television personality. In addition to his memorable thirteen years as a judge on American Idol, Randy has lent his unique talents to hit records by Smokey Robinson, Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin and Madonna, to name a few. He has also lived in the Rock 'n' Roll world, recording and performing with legendary musicians such as Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Keith Richards, Bon Jovi, as well as countless others. All in all, he has over 1,000 gold and platinum plaques to his name, with collective sales exceeding 200 million copies. Nothing seemed beyond his reach. Yet, two decades ago, Type 2 Diabetes almost proved to be an overwhelming problem. Never one to suffer defeat, Randy has since become a tireless anti-diabetes advocate, striving to educate the public on the steps he has taken since his diagnosis, and what he continues to do to remain healthy. On the show, Randy tells listeners what those lifestyle changes are by sharing his personal health and fitness regimen and anti-stress techniques. Randy also emphasizes the importance of collaborating with your doctor to create a customized treatment plan to help combat illnesses to which those living with diabetes are more susceptible. To that end, he has teamed up with Colgate Total on an important campaign to increase education on oral hygiene and the relationship between diabetes and gum disease.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael talks to Randy Jackson on Being Better than Before

Kate Walsh

Jane’s guest today is the exquisite and multi-talented Kate Walsh, renowned actress and  businesswoman. To name just a few of her considerable accomplishments, Kate starred for many years in the ABC TV blockbuster drama Grey’s Anatomy and her own star vehicle spin-off, Private Practice, catapulting them both to the number one spot week after week. She was also in Universal’s hit comedy, Girl’s Trip, has starred off-Broadway in If I Forget for which she was nominated for a Drama Desk, as well as a Drama League, Award. Furthermore, she was on FX’s critically acclaimed series Fargo, alongside Billy Bob Thorton, and can currently be seen in Netflix’s thriller,13 Reasons Why. On the show today, she and Jane will talk about her amazing career, her passion for helping others lead healthier lives, and her own beauty, health and fitness regimen. Indeed, after Kate turned 50 last year, and also having had successful surgery for a benign brain tumor, she made a commitment to prioritize her own health. This includes getting enough exercise and sleep, drinking plenty of water, and practicing meditation to relieve stress. In addition, to ensure that she is fueling her body with the necessary protein given all that she does, she has teamed up with Abbott to inspire adults to evaluate their eating habits and introduce their newest nutrition drink --- Ensure® Max Protein. Indeed, research shows 1 in 3 adults over 50 years old aren’t getting the recommended amount to stay active and strong and build critical muscle mass. Join Kate and Jane as she helps listeners look and feel Better Than Before physically, mentally and spiritually.

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael has A Dialogue with the Delightful Kate Walsh

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Todd English

Jane speaks with Todd English, one of the most decorated, respected, and charismatic chefs in the world. A media favorite for all the right reasons, Todd has enjoyed a staggering amount of accolades during his remarkable career. His accomplishments include recognition by several of the food industry’s most prestigious publications, establishing one of the best-known restaurant brands in the nation – including the Todd English Food Hall in NYC's legendary Plaza Hotel – as well as his eponymous line of cookware. He writes critically acclaimed cookbooks, and was even named one of People Magazine’s “50 Most Beautiful People. Todd and Jane talk about his cooking philosophy and fascinating personal history, as well as his lifestyle advice and easy ideas for delicious, healthful eating.

BTB: Jane Michael Wilkens Show: Top Top Chef: A talk with Todd English

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