BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Celebrate Every Day with Babs

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Celebrate Every Day with Babs

Author: Jane & Laurie June 5, 2025 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 Tiktok, this remarkable woman, a grandmother of nine, has become the adopted grandmother of her millions and millions of followers on social media.  She’s the New York Times bestselling author of Celebrate with Babs and has just released her second cookbook, Every Day with Babs. You have also seen her on the Today show, GMA and Drew Barrymore, and as a regular guest on Access Hollywood. But with all her success and unceasing on-line smiles, she has suffered through her beloved mother's Alzheimer’s Disease. That is why she is partnering with Eli Lilly & Co. on their MoreThanNormalAging campaign to help older adults better understand when memory and thinking issues may be more than just “normal aging,” to help them proactively address their concerns with their healthcare provider. On this segment, Babs talks about how it all began for her (spoiler alert: her daughter simply posted a recipe on TikTok during Covid). Her advice for living a longer and more fulfilled life will inspire all our listeners to appreciate that it is never too late to start a whole new path to becoming 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: How Sweet It Is [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:21
Chatting with the creator of Dylan’s Candy Bar - Jane very special guest is Dylan Lauren, founder and CEO of the world’s largest boutique candy store chain, Dylans’ Candy Bar. The daughter of iconic fashion designer Ralp…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Skin Tight [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:40
Talking skin care and rejuvenation - On today’s show, Jane speaks with Blair Murphy-Rose, M.D., the world-renowned dermatologist and dermatological surgeon. Dr. Blair is acclaimed by both beauty editors and her patients,…
BTB: Jane Wilkens: Michael: Wheat No More [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:38
Going grainless for good health - Jane’s guest today is the renowned health specialist Dr William Davis, a preventive cardiologist who advocates for natural healing through a revolutionary program of nutrition focused on…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Next of Skin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:18
Media star spreads hope - Jane’s special guest today is global beauty and Internet lifestyle influencer Michelle Lee. Michelle reaches more than 40,000 followers each day with her content and comments about skincare, fas…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Spin Doctor [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:18
Wisdom from a world-class Peloton pro - Joining Jane from London today is Ben Alldis. A world-renowned Peloton instructor, fitness trainer and author, Ben is a unique hybrid of high-performance athlete and motivational c…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Your Heart Will Go On [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:40
Achieving optimal cardiac health - Jane’s guest today is renowned LA-based cardiologist, Dr. Norman E. Lepor, Founder and Director of the National Heart Institute in Beverly Hills and affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Voice of a Soprano [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:11
Jamie-Lynn Sigler talks health and wellness - Jane’s guest today is Jamie-Lynn Sigler, one of our youngest acting icons. Twenty-five years ago, she came into our living rooms as rebellious teenage Mafia daughter, Meadow,…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Many Happy Returns [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:28
Giuliana Rancic on giving back - Jane’s guest today is the always amazing Giuliana Rancic, the entertainment journalist, author, fashion and beauty expert, and television superstar personality. Giuliana is best known as…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Interior Motives [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:41
Celebrated design expert on giving back - Jane's guest today is world famous interior designer, Thom Filicia. The founder and chief creative officer of the world-renowned New York City-based design firm Thom Filicia, Inc…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Here's Looking at You [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:03
Insightful advice from a famed photographer - Jane’s special guest today is Kate T. Parker, a multifaceted powerhouse—mother, Ironman triathlete, award-winning photographer, and NY Times bestselling author. Renowned for…