BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: A New You

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: A New You

Author: Jane & Laurie March 6, 2025 Duration: 38:14
Simple steps for personal growth and renewal - Jane’s special guest today is Dr. John McGrail, clinical hypnotherapist, best-selling author, self-improvement expert and much sought-after spirituality teacher, regarded as one of our country’s leading experts relating to personal growth and successful life transformation. His passion is for helping people overcome their at times debilitating fears, phobias, limiting beliefs, and other issues that prevent them from living life to its fullest potential. It has led him to develop a unique and powerful process he calls “Synthesis,” an amalgam of his lifelong study of the human condition and spirituality. This unique and seminal technique is  featured in his book, The Synthesis Effect: Your Direct Path to Personal Power and Transformation and his newest book, A Better You in a Minute or Two. On this segment, Dr. McGrail will share a simple meditation exercise, as well as discuss the Synthesis Effect and how it will help our listeners bring lasting physical, emotional, and spiritual change, renewal and regeneration into their lives using easy, doable steps—to enable us all to ultimately become Better Than Before. 

For anyone who's ever faced a turning point-a health diagnosis, a personal loss, or simply the feeling that something needs to change-Jane Wilkens Michael Better Than Before offers a grounded and compassionate voice. Drawing from her long career writing nationally syndicated columns on beauty, health, and fitness, Jane translates her wisdom into conversation, moving from the page to the airwaves. This isn't about drastic overhauls or unattainable ideals. Instead, each episode feels like a thoughtful discussion focused on practical, manageable steps. You'll hear Jane guide her audience through concepts of self-care that are both gentle and effective, focusing on how to truly relax a busy mind, replenish depleted energy, and rejuvenate a weary spirit. The core philosophy, building a life that is Better Than Before, is woven into every topic, whether it's navigating fitness after an injury, finding quiet moments in a noisy world, or redefining personal wellness on your own terms. The podcast serves as an audio companion for that very personal journey, emphasizing that progress is built from simple, consistent actions. Tune in for a blend of personal insight, actionable advice, and the steady encouragement that has already resonated with millions of readers, now offered in a more intimate, spoken format.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Jane Wilkens Michael Better Than Before
Podcast Episodes
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Celebrate Every Day with Babs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:46
Talking to everyone’s favorite internet Grandma - Jane’s special guest is Barbara Costello, now known, like all superstars, by just one name: Babs! From her Facebook posts, and @BrunchwithBabs posts on Instagram and Tikt…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Game Changer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:10
Legendary sports agent on bettering brain health - Jane's special guest is Leigh Steinberg, the greatest and most successful sports agent of all time, representing star athletes and coaches in football, basketball, baseb…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Touchdown!! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:53
An NFL Superstar on being Better Than Before - Jane’s special guest today is Brian Dawkins, a football legend as one of the greatest NFL Safeties of all time. Brian, viewed as the leader of the Philadelphia Eagles' defen…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Screen Test [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:00
Kate Walsh Finds the GRAIL - Jane’s special guest today is the renowned and multi-talented Kate Walsh, who we are delighted to have back for her third appearance on the show. Kate has starred in such blockbusters as Grey…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: A League of his Own [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:59
Johnny Damon brings his A-Game - Jane’s special guest is Johnny Damon, a Major League star outfielder for an amazing 18 seasons, becoming one of the most outstanding, respected, and durable players in the league's histor…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Carla is Cooking [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:06
Talking health and coolness with a chef extraordinaire - Jane’s special guest is Carla Hall, a world-renowned, award-winning chef, best-selling cookbook author, and on-air star. You will recognize her from your favorite…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: His Heart Went On....and On! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:49
Iconic sportscaster on curing AFib - Jane’s very special guest is renowned television anchor and radio show host Michael (Greeny) Greenberg. Indeed, in addition to a multitude of his other accolades and accomplishments,…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Your Attention Please! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:54
Busy Philipps on ADHDJane’s special guest is Busy Philipps, a New York Times best-selling author, actor, activist, writer, mom of two, and host of the new QVC Plus series, Busy This Week. She is best known from her work…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Lowe Down on RSV [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:22
Talking children's health with Catherine Lowe - Jane’s special guest, Catherine Guidici Lowe, is as close to being a Renaissance woman as one can imagine. She is a successful entrepreneur, graphic designer, social media…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Here “Oui” Go…Again! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:03
Legendary Olympic Gold Medalist’s encore appearance - Paris might be hosting the Olympics, but here in New York City, Jane’s guest today is Dara Torres, a twelve-time Olympic medalist swimmer and world record-holder. Ren…