Dare On with Jodi

You survived the drop-off. Now comes the harder part — not knowing. In this episode, licensed psychologist Dr. Rachel Daltry, who has spent 15+ years working inside a university counseling center, gives parents an honest, compassionate look at what college students are really going through — and how you can show up for them without taking over. In This Episode, You’ll Discover What’s actually norm...

I’m turning 60 — and I’m not staying quiet about it. In this heartfelt solo episode, I get real about the lessons midlife has handed me: the ones that cracked me open, changed how I mother, and taught me to love the woman I’m becoming. If you’ve ever wondered whether your best chapters are behind you, this episode is your answer. In This Episode, You’ll Discover Why self-love in midlife means hono...

What do you do when life punches you so hard it changes everything? In this deeply emotional and inspiring episode of Dare On with Jodi, Jodi sits down with Erika, a survivor, speaker, author, and founder of the Audacious Woman movement, whose life changed forever after surviving a brutal attack that nearly took her life. But this conversation is about so much more than trauma. It’s about resilien...

Why do so many people struggle to sit with someone else’s pain? Why do we rush to fix, minimize, distract, or offer advice instead of simply staying present? In this deeply honest and insightful episode of Dare On, Jodi sits down with attorney, mediator, author, and relationship expert Susan Guthrie for a powerful conversation about emotional support, curiosity, gray divorce, reinvention, and navi...

What if the struggles in your relationship don’t mean something is wrong… but instead mean your marriage is ready to evolve? In this powerful and eye-opening and mic dropping conversation, relationship experts Assael and Galit Romanelli introduce a completely new way to think about long-term relationships: the idea that every marriage ends—but not necessarily in divorce. Instead of seeing change a...

What if your kids aren’t just learning from you… but actually trying to teach you something? In this powerful solo episode, Jodi Silverman shares the unexpected life lessons her kids taught her—lessons about control, confidence, courage, and boundaries that most women don’t learn until much later in life. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your ways, overwhelmed by responsibility, or caught up in what o...

Have you ever been told “everything looks normal”… but deep down you know something isn’t right? In this powerful episode of Beyond Empty Nest , Jodi sits down with Dr. Jenn, a PhD biologist turned founder of a groundbreaking fertility solution, to uncover what’s really happening behind the diagnosis of unexplained infertility. After being told by multiple doctors that nothing was wrong—and still...

Is This Perimenopause? The Symptoms Women Are Told to Ignore with Julie, The Menopause OT Brain fog. Anxiety that seems to come out of nowhere. Waking up at 3:00 AM for no reason. A body that suddenly feels older overnight. If you’ve ever caught yourself wondering, “ What is wrong with me?” — you are far from alone. In this powerful episode of Dare On with Jodi, we’re breaking the silence around p...

💥 What If Nothing Is “Wrong” With You? Midlife hits… and suddenly your body feels different. Sex feels different. Desire changes. And no one is talking about it. So you’re left wondering: “Is this normal… or is something wrong with me?” In this episode, Jodi sits down with OB-GYN Dr. Melissa Lee-Agawa, founder of Grace & Glow MD, to break the silence around what’s actually happening in your b...

What does resilience really look like? Not the highlight reel version. Not the motivational quote version. But the 3 a.m., can’t-sleep, spiraling-thoughts version. In this vulnerable solo episode of Dare On with Jodi, I’m sharing the full story of my knee replacement recovery — including the fear, frustration, sleep disruption, and emotional weight that came with it. More importantly, I’m sharing...

You know that itch —the one deep inside that tells you something’s off or that there’s something more waiting for you? That’s not restlessness—it’s your intuition. In this episode, Jodi sits down with attorney and entrepreneur Kaitlin Files, who shares how she turned an unexpected career detour into her most daring move yet: launching her own law firm during the pandemic. Together, they explore: H...

What if the dream you’ve been quietly carrying is the very thing that’s meant to set you free? In this powerful episode of Dare On with Jodi , we’re joined by Julie Kraus, a psychic, medium, intuitive life coach — and Jodi’s own spiritual advisor. Julie shares her deeply personal journey of moving from fitness entrepreneur to spiritual teacher, and how she dared to stop hiding her true calling. Th...

In this raw and powerful conversation, Jodi sits down with trauma therapist and DivaGirl Owner Majet Reyes to talk about what happens when your life suddenly shatters — and how to rebuild it with purpose, truth, and healing. Majet shares how a single night — fueled by exhaustion, trauma, and a desperate desire for sleep — became the turning point that led her from the edge of despair to a life of...

Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or like you’re failing at everything… even when you’re doing all the things ? In this powerful conversation, Jodi sits down with CJ Stasik, founder of She Handles It , to unpack what burnout really is (spoiler: it’s not just about overwork), how it sneaks into our lives, and why it’s often rooted in misalignment—not capacity. Together, they explore: What burnout loo...

Have you ever stuck with something not because it felt right — but because you were afraid of being seen as someone who quits? In this solo episode of Dare On with Jodi , I’m sharing a deeply personal story about the difference between quitting and letting go — and why knowing the difference matters so much in midlife. From childhood lessons I walked away from… to a recent decision to let go of wr...

 What if one moment — one decision — could shift you from stuck to unstoppable? In this episode, Jodi sits down with Jen Croneberger, a renowned speaker, leadership expert, and former sports psychologist, to talk about what it really means to dare through fear, perfectionism, and expectations. From playing little league as the only girl on the team to building a movement around leading with heart,...

What if your biggest fears were actually doorways to your greatest joy? In this deeply moving episode of Dare On with Jodi , Sheryl Wright — founder of Dare to Detour — shares her powerful story of confronting fear head-on, from a breast cancer diagnosis to a 32-year relationship ending, and even skydiving and snake handling. Yep, she went there. But the real magic? Sheryl discovered that joy, awe...

What happens when a beloved news anchor walks away from a decades-long career to follow her deeper purpose? In this episode of Dare On with Jodi , Philadelphia news anchor, turned professional resilience speaker, Tracy Davidson opens up about her daring decision to leave the newsroom and step into her next chapter as a full-time resilience speaker. Tracy shares the mindset shifts, courage, and per...

If you’ve ever replayed a conversation thinking, “Ugh, why did I say that?” or stayed quiet because self-doubt whispered, “Who am I to speak up?” — this episode is your permission slip to step into your braver, more confident self. In this empowering solo episode, Jodi Silverman shares three simple but powerful strategies to help midlife women quiet the inner critic, build real confidence, and str...

What if joy isn’t something you wait for… but something you practice ? In this uplifting episode of Dare On with Jodi , I’m joined by powerhouse speaker and mindset mentor Sandy Joy Weston , who shares her inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to building a life fueled by passion, purpose, and yes — joy . You’ll learn: How Sandy overcame limiting beliefs (and a lot of doubters) to chase h...

What if your biggest reinvention happened after 60? This week on Dare On with Jodi , jewelry designer and founder of Realm Fine Fashion Jewelry, Ann Lagos , shares her inspiring journey of starting fresh after divorce, career changes, and loss. This is more than a story about launching a business—it’s a masterclass in resilience, balance, and daring to live on your own terms. Anne shares the perso...

Are you moving through life so fast you barely have time to breathe—let alone figure out if you’re living your truth? This episode of Dare On with Jodi will inspire you to hit pause and reconnect with who you really are. My guest, Susan Rocco —broadcaster and founder of Women to Watch Media —shares her journey from a life fueled by anxiety to one rooted in authenticity. We dive into the power of s...

If you’re planning a wedding with your child, navigating a major life milestone, or simply trying to loosen your grip and let go of control in midlife… this episode is going to speak straight to your heart. In today’s conversation, Jodi shares the deeply personal and joy-filled lessons she learned while planning her daughter Ellie’s wedding — lessons about releasing expectations, choosing meaning...

In this episode of Dare On with Jodi , I’m joined by Jessica Rennard., President of  NuSource — a fast-growing mystery box wholesale business in the resale space. Jessica shares her inspiring journey from nonprofit resale boutique manager to multi-million dollar entrepreneur — all without a business plan or MBA. You’ll learn: How to own your voice in male-dominated industries What to do when you f...

How many times have you said no to an opportunity just because fear spoke louder than courage? In this episode of Dare On with Jodi , host Jodi Silverman sits down with Nicole Stephenson —A dynamic communicator and transformational speaker, who empowers audiences to rethink success and step boldly into their full potential. Known for blending real-world experience with compelling storytelling and...