In With the Podcast (with Jenna!)

Welcome Michael Grey to the podcast! When he's not coaching and supporting people's growth as a director on the HR team at Faegre Drinker, he's bringing the Twin Cities together for his wildly popular dance night, The Assortment, which just celebrated its 10 year anniversary. Michael talks about his strengths, such as agility and "stick-to-itiveness," and how they impact his work and approach to l...

Jenna shares details from her trip to northern Arizona, and the extreme perspective, clarity and confidence it gave her - the effects were comparable to a calming medication, hence the name NorAZ-apam. Jenna talks about priorities she’s pouring energy into, admits some of her deepest fears and declares which nonsense she’s no longer subscribing to. Plus, she talks about self-trust and self-betraya...

Welcome Kim Nagel, nurse practitioner and founder of Elevare Health to the podcast! Kim shares her fresh approach to wellness, as well as the work she's doing to empower people to take charge of their health - whether it's menopause, weight loss or longevity.  This conversation is packed with information and motivation to kick start your health goals! Kim's passion for her work will inspire the he...

Jenna's thrown a lot of stories, reflections and exercises at us in the past six weeks! It's easy to get lost in all the ways to discover what REALLY matters.  In this episode, you'll get a recap of a few values workbook tools (link below). Plus, you'll hear a story about why it's so important to get perspective and feedback from people you trust. Jenna shares news about her upcoming desert trip,...

Welcome Keyonna Renea to the podcast! In this conversation, Keyonna shares how to build a relationship with your inner voice, giving yourself permission to be more of who you want to be, and the very real struggles of burnout as a high-achieving person. So many words of wisdom from this beautiful soul! Jenna talks about energy and explains how it's full of clues about our values - both the good en...

It's Jenna's birthday! This episode contains field notes from a spiritually transformative birthday week full of her favorite things. She's been spending time doing things in alignment with her values - most notably, her value of, "Embrace Genuine Connection." Jenna shares the highs and lows of summer birthdays, the foods you shouldn't leave her alone with and her new parasocial bestie. Plus, Jenn...

Warning: if you're hungry, this episode will make you ravenous! Consider eating before listening. Jenna is pumped to welcome Lisa Hamblen, of Kimchi and Bap, to the show! Lisa shares her story about making a big pivot into the food industry, perfecting the Korean recipes from her childhood and the self-trust that comes from letting go of control. In addition to talking about food, Jenna and Lisa t...

Jenna welcomes two fun guys (or funghis?) to the podcast! Frank Keck and Jeff Miner are here to show you what it's like to prioritize joy and not take yourself so seriously. They give you tips on shifting your mindset, and easy ways you can allow for more fun and playfulness in your life.  Today's episode reminds us that joy is a choice, and it's completely within our power to choose it. Whether i...

Jenna takes a break from her VR headset to share a story about a life-changing hike. She explains the power of personal values and how they guide us on our path (literally and figuratively) Jenna outlines how values give us... Focus during uncertainty Clarity on our "correct" direction Sense of security and confidence Courage to climb one more sand dune Jenna gives us a sneak peek into her values...

Welcome to season four! Jenna takes us in a time machine to her hometown public library in 1989 to prove a point about our early interests. She asks, "what really matters to you?" and shares her story about becoming a shell. And not in a cute Marcel the Shell way.  Jenna urges us to stop compartmentalizing parts of ourselves and instead have the courage to pave our own path. YOU are the one who ge...

Jenna's back for a new season!  Get ready to roll up your sleeves as we chart our own paths and discover out what REALLY matters. It'll be fun! Out with the old, in with the YOU xoxo

It's time to tie a cute little bow on Season Three of the podcast. Jenna shares her top picks for advice that should go into the "welcome brochure" for any new promotion into a leadership role.  We reflect on the glorious wisdom from our esteemed guests, discuss easy peasy ways to build relationships, get confidence advice from a 20-something drunk girl, embrace our emotional intelligence and cons...

Welcome to the chamber of tears! In this episode, Jenna talks about the power of a good cry. Plus, we talk about getting creative in how we name our emotions and choose the response that feels most healthy and appropriate for us. Jenna shares tips for how to bring more vulnerability to work and how our ability to manage our emotions can amplify our executive presence.  Plus, Jenna sings us a song,...

Jenna welcomes Gina Lichte back to the podcast! In this casual conversation, Jenna and Gina discuss several topics including the power of making art with your friends, spring clothing, learning into abundance, shower lotion, practicing presence, following beauty, Indian food and lots more! At the very least, you'll get to hear Gina laugh, and that alone will make your day. Jenna encourages us to n...

Do you feel like no matter how many goals you hit, you still don't feel like you've done quite enough? And then you feel a general sense of unhappiness and "not good enoughness?" This episode might be exactly what you need. Or it might make you feel worse. Choice is yours. In this episode, learn how Sea Monkeys are helping Jenna let go of expectations and drop her propensity for high achievement....

Jenna takes a controversial new drug that causes a younger version of herself to emerge from her spine. Not really. But this Oscar-nominated film has given her lots to think about, and buckle up, because you're on the receiving end of her thoughts! Learn how viewing an awards show has boosted Jenna's Vitamin H and how community can bring you hope. Plus, it's time to name what you need and give it...

In an unscientific and completely imaginary blood test, Jenna diagnoses herself with a deficiency of hope, aka Vitamin H. She speculates that we all may having more of a Vitamin H deficiency that we realize. Symptoms may include: feeling stuck, comparing ourselves with other people who seem to have it "figured out" and jumping to big conclusions based on unfounded assumptions.  Jenna shares the co...

Jenna combines two of her favorite topics: TV shows and Emotional Intelligence! Jenna wrapped up six weeks of consuming "The Sopranos," and can't help but filter everything through the lens of Tony Soprano and his crew. (Plus, she's exclusively craving baked ziti) In this episode, you'll learn about dimensions of Emotional Intelligence, ways that Tony and his crew embodied them (or didn't), and si...

Jenna welcomes Ken Bramble to the podcast! Ken Bramble is an Employee Benefits Consultant at HUB International, and in his 25+ years in the employee benefits space, he's watched the climate around mental health shift. Plus, he's an advocate for mental health and speaks often about his experience living with mental health challenges.  In our conversation today we talk about imposter syndrome, anxie...

If you're looking for tips on transforming your leadership and your workplace culture, this episode with Dr. Katie Ervin is full of them!  Katie is the Founder and CEO of Catalyst Development and has 26 year of experience in HR and higher education. She is exceptional at creating skill-building programs for leaders of all levels. In today's conversation, Katie discusses challenges of new leaders a...

Let's welcome connecter-extraordinaire Marc Shaffer to the podcast! In this conversation you'll be inspired by Marc's glass-half-full approach to life and the priority he puts on staying connected with people. As a financial planner, he is especially talented at helping people get clear on what's important. Because of this, he is extra attuned to creating a meaningful and vast life for himself.  B...

It's January! It's time for seasonal affective disorder and setting goals! But no worries, Jenna's approach to goals in 2025 is soft, low-pressure and focused on doing what feels good and fun for YOU. If you tend to be a high-achiever who strives to climb higher each year, and you're ready to create your own personal definition of success, this approach to goal-setting is specifically for you.  Pl...

It's the turn of the year, which means Jenna is synthesizing the moments from her year and sorting things into metaphorical bins. She doesn't care either way if you reflect or not, but if you're like, "Ok fine, maybe this is the year I do a little introspection," she's got some low-presh options for you.  Plus, we revisit the importance of creating our own definitions of success and learn how our...

This week, Jenna welcomes William Price! If you're ready to learn how to "lead yourself," you'll get a masterclass from Will. Whether it's setting boundaries, enjoying your solitude or learning how to simply BE with yourself, Will has a useful strategy for you.  You'll feel more grounded and inspired after hearing from Will, which might be exactly what you need during the bustle of the holiday sea...

Jenna shares the dangers of becoming overly reliant on external measures of success. She reminds us that success is an inside job and gives us three questions to ask ourselves as we create our personal definition of success. Plus, Jenna tells us it's ok to pay people to be on our hype squad. And she decides Chutes and Ladders might be the most accurate board game to prepare children for adulthood....