BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Fueling Greatness

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Fueling Greatness

Author: Jane & Laurie April 2, 2026 Duration: 11:59
Allyson Felix teams up with Ensure - Top athletes are aware that a healthy lifestyle program fuels their physical and mental stamina, speed, coordination, consistency, resilience and power. And no one exemplifies this more than Allyson Felix, the most decorated track and field athlete in Olympic and world history!  Allyson has now become a powerful advocate for women’s health and longevity.  And her current partnership with global healthcare company Abbott’s Ensure Max Protein 42g is a key part of that effort. Allyson knows that providing the proper nutrients and energy-rich food and supplements for her body isn’t just about winning races. It’s about supporting long-term wellness, especially for women who must balance performance, motherhood and everyday life. Indeed, Allyson herself is 40 and working to reshape her approach to overall fitness and well-being. For this, she found the perfect partner in Abbott, which has spent decades studying muscle health. To that end, their Ensure Max Protein 42g contains 42 grams of complete protein plus, separately, all 9 amino acids, to healthfully and naturally build muscle tissue. Both Allyson and Abbott know that muscles are worth building every single day. It’s about nourishing your body not just to compete, but to thrive at every stage of your life to become Better Than Before. After all, a real win can also happen after you cross the finish line!

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: The Cutting Edge [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:46
Talking with a top plastic surgeon – Jane’s guest today is Dr. David Shafer, a renowned plastic surgeon who is recognized both nationally and internationally as a leader and an innovator in his field. Indeed, he is the g…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Doctors' Orders [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:09
Feeling Better Than Before – Today Jane speaks with two renowned doctors, highly respected in their fields of mental health and pulmonary disease. Her first guest is noted psychiatrist, Dr Ken Duckworth, Chief Medical Of…
Better than Before: Jane Wilkens Michael: Mourning Glory [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:49
An NBA legend on being Better Than Before - Jane’s stellar guest today is basketball superstar Alonzo Mourning, a seven-time All-Star who was one of the greatest players in Miami Heat history and an Olympic gold medalist…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Heart and Soleil [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:09
Speaking with Soleil Moon Frye - Jane’s guest today is the iconic actress, director, producer, and screenwriter Soleil Moon Frye. While best known for her 80’s persona as Punky Brewster—and now from her current show, The…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Flu Fighter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:22
Jason Alexander on influencing influenza - Jason Alexander, of course best known for his iconic, award-winning role as George Costanza of television’s Seinfeld, has achieved even more international recognition as a write…
BTB: Jane Wikens Michael: This is Her [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:34
Speaking to This is Us star Chrissy Metz - Jane’s guest today is the phenomenally multi-talented Chrissy Metz, the actress, author and singer who played Kate Pearson in the ultra-popular NBC drama series, This Is Us, for…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: The Great Escape(s) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:45
Cynthia Bailey on Well-being and Bellinis - Jane's very special guest today is the magnificent Cynthia Bailey, actress, author and influencer, and former member of Bravo TV’s Real Housewives of Atlanta. A top fashion mod…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Looking Swell [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:02
A surfing star talks seawater and skin - Jane’s special guests today are surfing sensation Coco Ho and renowned dermatologist Dr. Annabelle Garcia. Coco is the scion of legendary surfing royalty. Indeed, her father, pro…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Game On! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:28
All eyes on Jordan Fisher - Jane’s guest today is the multi-talented Jordan Fisher, an actor, singer, songwriter, and producer, whose work has spanned everything from TV to music, to Broadway, and film. He even won seaso…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Eye Catching [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:37
An insightful interview with Kate Walsh - Jane’s guest today, for an encore appearance on the show, is the exquisite and multi-talented Kate Walsh, renowned actress and businesswoman. Kate is a Screen Actors Guild award-…