Mind Your Nest

Send a text In this episode of Mind Your Nest, host Jennifer H. Rosen explores how to approach difficult family conversations about aging parents, health changes, finances, and inheritance with honesty and compassion. From navigating sensitive discussions after hospitalizations or major life transitions to understanding family dynamics in blended families, Jennifer shares real life insights on whe...

Send a text In this episode of Mind Your Nest , host Jennifer H. Rosen shares real life stories from her work as a daily money manager and explains why reviewing your bills line by line truly matters. From cable and internet accounts to furniture financing and auto debits that never happen, Jennifer walks through common billing mistakes that quietly cost people money and sometimes put their credit...

Send a text The holidays can bring joy, but they can also stir up stress, grief, and complicated family dynamics. In this episode of Mind Your Nest, Jennifer H. Rosen opens up about the emotional landscape many of us face this time of year and why meaningful conversations can make all the difference. Drawing from recent experiences within her own circle of friends, Jennifer explores how loss shape...

Send a text Join Jennifer H. Rosen for a special in person Mind Your Nest episode as she sits down with three trusted colleagues in the senior lifestyle community to discuss how families can better support their aging loved ones. Lisa Santiago of Caring People, reverse mortgage specialist Marcy Lokietz of Atlantic Financial Services, and estate liquidation expert Emily Segal, co owner of The Estat...

Send a text In this episode of Mind Your Nest , host Jennifer H. Rosen takes listeners behind the scenes of her evolving podcast journey. After 39 episodes filled with meaningful conversations and guests, Jennifer reflects on her growth and introduces a new direction for the show—focusing on her work as a daily money manager. She shares real client stories that highlight the importance of trust, r...

Send a text In this episode of Mind Your Nest, host Jennifer H. Rosen takes us inside her journey as a Daily Money Manager and why this role is so vital for individuals and families. She shares the origins of the Mind Your Nest philosophy, inspired by her father’s lessons about responsibility and financial awareness, and explains how her work helps people stay organized, supported, and confident i...

Send a text On this episode of Mind Your Nest , host Jennifer H. Rosen sits down with John Sawdon from the Volen Center, an incredible organization dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of seniors across South Florida. John shares his personal journey from volunteer to community leader, as well as the wide range of services the Volen Center provides — from adult daycare and caregiver support groups...

Send a text In this inspiring conversation, host Jennifer H. Rosen sits down with Andrea Trout, manager of Prime IV of Florida, to talk about her journey from California to the East Coast, her unique upbringing in a Seventh-day Adventist family, and how her passion for health and wellness has shaped her career. Andrea shares valuable insights on IV vitamin therapy, hydration, clean nutrition, weig...

Send a text In this episode of Mind Your Nest, we sit down with the incredibly warm and knowledgeable Jeff Lukosavich, a fellow Midwesterner turned South Florida financial advisor who’s carved out a powerful niche in long term care planning. From engineering at Ford to navigating life after divorce, Jeff shares his journey of reinvention, why he believes long term care is the retirement insurance...

Send a text 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 journe...

Send a text  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...

Send a text 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...

Send a text 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, a...

Send a text 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 th...

Send a text 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...

Send a text 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...

Send a text 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...

Send a text 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...

Send a text 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...

Send a text 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...

Send a text 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 diag...

Send a text 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, sh...

Send a text 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 cr...

Send a text 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 experien...

Send a text 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 an...