The She Said Project Podcast

Cat makes an appearance in person in the podcast studio to visit with Jenette and Kerry and share more about her life as a rockstar accountant from her story "Backstage Pass" which she shared on stage in That's What She Said Bloomington-Normal 2025. 

It is all too common for women to worry, as we can relate to Megan's story, "Wired for Worry." But is it possible to recover from the tendency to worry? 

Libby visits with Jenette and Kerry to share insight into her story, "Crowded Table," from That's What She Said St. Louis 2024. We learn about her journey to motherhood and how she juggles all that she is blessed with.    In the St. Louis area, the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition is an incredible resource. For more information: https://www.foster-adopt.org/

We are so happy to spend some time with Beth Crider in the studio to chat about "Tips and Suggestions," the story she shared on the stage in That's What She Said Peoria 2025. We can all relate to her journey of letting go of control to find true happiness. 

Liz Hasty of Danville, IL inspires us all to believe that when you stay true to yourself, you will live your best life. In her story, "I Do Dance," she shares with Jenette and Kerry the fantasy that came to life on the She Said stage. 

Jenette and Kerry are eager to learn just how big a part growing up the youngest of her eighteen brothers and sisters played in Amy Rueff choosing "Last But Not Least" as the title of the story she shared on stage in That's What She Said Heart of Illinois 2025.

Jaelyn Vickery shared her story, "The Pressure of Purpose," on stage in Champaign-Urbana that addressed transitioning from her original, rigid plan to pursue a new path, using her experience to help others.

Erica Pefferman of Columbia, MO shared a story onstage that she had not previously shared with her best friends or even her five children. Erica joins us in The She Said Project Podcast studio to take us on the journey that led to "That Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day," the story she shared in the 3rd That's What She Said Columbia.

We all believe the hype after spending some time visiting with Amber Kaylor from Decatur, IL.  Amber reveals that the confidence instilled in her at an early age from her mother has helped her navigate through life, love and career. 

Jenette and Kerry enjoy connecting with Laura Lasater, reflecting on the story she shared on stage in That's What She Said Champaign-Urbana, 2025 called "I Have Seen It All." Laura's life lessons in care for her loved ones continues to show up, influencing her career as a healer and caregiver. 

"Who's That Girl?" is the question we all want to know when Adrienne Jones-Yarbrough joins Jenette and Kerry in the studio. Adrienne shares her persona discovery of finding her own strength, power and destiny. 

Mary Vogt looked back over her entire life and career when she wrote and prepared "It Had to Be Me," the story she shared on stage in That's What She Said Heart of Illinois 2025 and Jenette and Kerry are eager to hear about the journey she took in the process.

Carla's story is still unfolding as she joins Jenette and Kerry in the podcast studio. After she shared her story on the She Said Stage in Danville, IL in June of 2025, her discoveries about her long-lost family continue to evolve. 

Visiting with Iris Marcum is nothing short of joyous, as we recall her story from That's What She Said 2025, "90 and Still Cooking." She catches up with our hosts, Jenette and Kerry on all that she is still doing to keep on keeping on. 

Sophie shared her story onstage in St. Louis in 2024, before a full house at the Sheldon Music Hall. Kerry and Jenette were in the front row that night as she revealed the painful truth about her father's death and how embracing the truth has helped her find peace and purpose in her life 

Jennifer appeared on stage in Naperville, IL in April of 2025. Jenette and Kerry get to know Jennifer and her story of loss and celebrate the memories that make her who she is today. 

Bridget bravely shares the stories of her pregnancy losses and the unconventional journey she took to complete her family. In this somber episode, Jenette, Kerry and Bridget remember to hold space for the sorrow and look forward to the unexpected. 

Jennifer took a chance on her big dreams when she moved to New York City, but when 9/11 happened, she had a front row seat to the tragedy and recovery of the city and the country. She shares with our hosts all the joys and the sorrows that bring her laughter and healing. 

Heather took the stage in the first ever That's What She Said in Indianapolis in 2023. In her story, #AdventuresinAlzheimersSitting she shared the many posts documenting her journey of caring for her mother during her battle with Alzheimers. On this episode of the podcast, we get all the updates on Heather and her family and share in her memories. 

Deborah Brunner remembers that she "wrote the book" on how to recover after unimaginable grief and loss. Her positive spirit shines through as she recounts the story she shared in That's What She Said Danville. 

Sharon Peoples built her life on the legacy of the giants she was inspired by. On today's episode, she shares with Jenette and Kerry how she continues to move through the world taking care of herself and her community. 

Spending time with Gina Johnson can be like the best kind of therapy and co-hosts Kerry and Jenette enjoy unpacking "If We Fake It, We Won't Make It," the story Gina shared onstage as well as how she helps so many others find the good in their lives too in her career.

Jamie Muscato of That's What She Said Macon County knows there is so much power in just showing up, even when it seems impossible. In today's episode, Jamie shares with our hosts all the updates from her story and where she finds peace and joy in the present. 

Bekime-Feezor Branch learned how to compartmentalize her life to overcome trauma, but in her story, "Dying to Live" she shares how she can no longer live that way. Only when you choose to live "in the first person," can you truly be free and alive. 

You won't want to miss this empowering conversation with our guest Callie Luttman. In her story, "Vintage Victory" Callie and our hosts discuss the power of loving your body, regardless of what you are wearing.