What She’s Having | Midlife Women, Wellness & Reinvention

What makes a luxury hotel unforgettable? It isn't just five-star amenities or beautiful design—it's the feeling you leave with. This week on What She's Having , Jennifer Cataldo and Britney Semler sit down with Azadeh Hawkins , the Global Creative Director behind Montage, Pendry & Viceroy Hotels , to uncover the hidden psychology of luxury hospitality and why the world's best b...

Award-winning chef, cookbook author and television personality Katie Chin joins us for a heartfelt conversation about food, family, resilience and second acts. Katie shares how cooking alongside her mother helped heal generations of trauma and transformed their relationship into a deep friendship. She opens up about growing up in a Chinese-American household, leaving a successful Hollywood executi...

Hair thinning. Hormones. GLP-1s. Stress. Perimenopause. Why does it seem like every woman over 40 is suddenly dealing with hair loss? This week, we're joined by Nina Kairouz , entrepreneur, celebrity hairstylist and founder of Najeau , to talk about the surprising connection between scalp health, aging, hormones and healthy hair. From postpartum hair loss to COVID shedding, menopause, GLP-1 me...

A Mother-Daughter Conversation Years in the Making In this deeply personal episode, Jennifer sits down with her mom, Judy Grossman, for an honest conversation about family, forgiveness, resilience, and the stories that shape us. Together they reflect on childhood, generational trauma, mental health, motherhood, creativity, and the power of choosing joy—even in life's darkest moments. Judy shares w...

This week, Britney sits down with the woman who shaped her life—her mom, Maryann. In one of the most personal episodes of What She's Having, they discuss growing up in a close-knit Italian family, navigating divorce, raising children as a single mother, blending families, forgiveness, and what it truly means to create a home filled with love. Maryann shares how she raised two children on her o...

This week on  What She’s Having , Jennifer and Britney sit down with celebrity hairstylist, educator, entrepreneur, and viral content creator Alfredo Lewis for one of the most inspiring conversations yet. With millions of followers across TikTok and Instagram, Alfredo has become one of the most recognizable voices in hair and beauty — but his biggest success came after 40. From losing everything a...

What happens when the husbands finally join the pod? Chaos, comedy, deep relationship wisdom… and a shocking grave-digging confession. In this special couples episode of  What She’s Having , Jennifer and Britney bring on their husbands, John Cataldo and Devin Semler, for an unfiltered conversation about marriage, friendship, success, discipline, parenting, attraction, and the realities of building...

In this special Mother’s Day episode, Jennifer and Britney sit down for one of their most personal conversations yet — reflecting on motherhood, identity, marriage, growing older, and the emotional reality of raising children through every stage of life. From sleepless newborn nights and twin chaos to teenage transitions, empty nesting, and caring for aging parents, the girls share the raw, funny,...

What if your child’s cavities, bad sleep, snoring, grinding, or behavior struggles weren’t random—but clues? This week on What She’s Having, Jennifer and Britney sit down with Dr. Nora Ghodousi-Zaghi, a functional pediatric dentist specializing in tongue ties, airway health, sleep, and whole-body wellness. Dr. Nora explains why modern dentistry often treats symptoms instead of root causes—and how...

What if the secret to feeling better wasn’t therapy… but getting dressed? This week, Jennifer and Britney sit down with LA stylist Jessica Cortez , a fashion insider with 18 years of experience helping women elevate their wardrobes, pack like pros, and finally feel confident in what they wear. Jessica shares why most closets are full of noise, how to stop buying the wrong pieces, and the wardrobe...

This week on What She’s Having, Jennifer and Britney sit down with Jess Kane, co-owner of BodyBio, the third-generation wellness brand redefining health from the inside out. From brain fog and gut issues to hormones, hydration, detox myths, and longevity, Jess breaks down why cellular health matters more than ever—especially for women 40+. She shares the supplements she swears by, how to support y...

Today on What She’s Having , we’re joined by Lauren Campbell , CMO of Firefly Recovery — the wearable device redefining how athletes and everyday women recover, perform, and feel their best. You may have seen Firefly on Shark Tank , but this conversation goes deeper — into the science of recovery, why blood flow is everything, and how this small device can make a big impact on your energy, travel,...

In this deeply personal episode, Jennifer and Britney are back — and getting real! From funny mom moments and behind-the-scenes podcast reflections to an unexpected health scare that stopped everything in its tracks, this episode takes you through the highs, the fear, and the clarity that followed. After a routine full-body scan, Jennifer received news she never saw coming — a brain aneurysm. What...

Caroline Stanbury is exactly what she’s having—unapologetic, powerful, and fully living life on her terms. In this episode, Jennifer and Britney sit down with the Real Housewives of Dubai star, entrepreneur, and podcast host to talk about what it really takes to reinvent yourself—at any age. From building and losing businesses, navigating divorce, and starting over, to now developing luxury real e...

In this deeply meaningful episode of What She’s Having , Jennifer and Britney sit down with Rabbi Shlomo of Chabad of North Ranch for a powerful conversation about spirituality, purpose, and living a meaningful life. Rabbi Shlomo breaks down some of the biggest misconceptions about Judaism, explains the true meaning of the phrase “chosen people,” and shares how anyone — Jewish or not — can find de...

On today’s episode of What She’s Having , Jennifer’s husband John Cataldo joins us for a deeply personal conversation about discipline, faith, resilience, and the mindset that transformed his life. John shares the unbelievable story of being adopted in Boston, discovering his birth parents decades later, and going from failing high school and digging graves to becoming a successful entrepreneur. B...

In Part 2 with Shinka, we go even deeper into what happens when we pass — including why some souls transition immediately, why others remain earthbound, and how loved ones can greet us “with familiarity” on the other side. Then, the room shifts as Shinka delivers powerful messages from loved ones who’ve passed — including a brother’s reassurance, a father’s presence, and the reminder that grief do...

In light of the recent war unfolding in Iran, we’ve made the decision to release Part 1 of this conversation early. In this powerful and emotional episode,  Shinka, psychic medium and spiritual healer , shares the premonitions she received about a coming war — and the spirits who have been coming to her in the wake of violence and loss. She opens up about: Seeing events before they happen The emot...

Britney got hacked… and suddenly "cybersecurity" isn't abstract anymore. In this episode, multi-asset entrepreneur + cybersecurity expert Zach Schuler breaks down how modern scams actually work (in nine-year-old terms), how AI has supercharged phishing, and the simple tech + behavior changes that make you way harder to target. You'll hear the real tactics "bad actors" use—plus a terrifying deepfak...

In this episode of What She's Having , we're joined by comedian, bestselling author, and pop-culture powerhouse Heather McDonald . Heather takes us behind the scenes of building Juicy Scoop , launching Juicy Crimes , navigating fame, Housewives drama, podcast longevity, motherhood, marriage, and why happiness—not chaos—is the real flex. From true crime obsession to reality TV addiction, this conve...

In this episode of What She's Having , Jennifer and Britney sit down with Sheri Levy , a functional medicine genetic nutrition specialist and creator of SexyStrongLife®, to talk about what it actually means to "eat for your biology." Sherry breaks down the "why" behind symptoms—and how personalized lab testing can reveal your authentic diet, gut and microbiome balance, nutrient gaps, and hidden tr...

In this powerful and deeply honest episode of What She's Having , Jennifer and Britney sit down with renowned therapist Dr. Paul Hersh for a wide-ranging conversation on trauma, healing, relationships, and emotional maturity. Known for his ability to cut through emotional noise and get to the truth quickly, Dr. Hersh shares decades of insight on why pain is unavoidable, how trauma actually heals,...

In this episode of What She's Having , Jennifer and Britney welcome Dr. Tara Suwinyattichaiporn , a leading sex educator and relationship expert, for a candid, playful, and deeply informative conversation about intimacy, desire, and foreplay—especially after 40. Dr. Tara breaks down why foreplay is often misunderstood, why it looks very different for women and men, and why reframing foreplay as "a...

Health is the new luxury—and this episode is your deep dive into what that actually means. Jennifer and Brittney sit down with Michelle Borquez, RN , founder of BODYWRX , a concierge wellness and longevity practice blending functional medicine, peptide therapy, IV services, and esthetics into one highly personalized, results-driven approach. Known for her meticulous care and concierge-level touch,...

Dating apps made meeting people easier — but meaningful connection harder. In this episode, we're joined by April Beyer , Founder & CEO of LEVEL Connections , and one of the most respected matchmakers in the country. With 25+ years in the industry, April shares what actually works when it comes to finding real love — especially for smart, successful, busy people who don't have 20–30 hours a week t...