BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Unforgettable Love

BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Unforgettable Love

Author: Jane & Laurie July 2, 2026 Duration: 24:08
Natalie Morales on Alzheimer's, brain health and hope - Jane’s very special guest, Natalie Morales, is an award-winning journalist and television personality whose warmth, authenticity and compassion have made her a trusted and beloved presence in millions of homes across America.  After more than two decades with NBC News, Natalie's reporting has appeared throughout CBS News platforms, including CBS Mornings, CBS Sunday Morning and 48 Hours. She was also a host of the Daytime Emmy-winning panel show, The Talk.  Today she joins Jane to shine a light on a disease that impacts millions of Americans and changes their---and their loved one's---lives in profound ways. Her discussion with Jane is a part of her mission to share her role as caregiver to her beloved mother-in-law, who was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease in her mid-50s. Drawing from both professional insight and personal experience, she has now partnered with Eli Lilly and Company to help raise awareness, foster understanding and encourage important conversations with your healthcare professional about brain health and the evolving landscape of Alzheimer’s care. Natalie's greatest focus is on encouraging those with concerns about memory loss to reach out to medical specialists to explore the advisability of such early intervention options as Kisunla, a revolutionary Lilly treatment, that can significantly reduce amyloid plaques in the brain that are associated with early symptomatic Alzheimer’s disease. On this segment, Natalie not only highlights her caregiving journey and her partnership with Lilly, but also offers her own lifestyle tips and tools that keep her and family in optimal health and living 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: 50

Jane Wilkens Michael Better Than Before
Podcast Episodes
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…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Howie Mandel on OCD [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:16
Order in the Cortex - Jane’s guest today is the legendary comedian, TV star, screenwriter, actor, producer, director, entrepreneur, game show host and best-selling author, Howie Mandel. While Howie, who is best known now…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Wendy Sterling [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:30
The Gold Standard in Lifestyle Advance - Jane's guest today is Wendy Sterling, one the country's foremost lifestyle coaches and emotional well-being experts. Aside from being a sought-after motivational speaker, best-sel…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Jason Alexander [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:22
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 writer, composer, director, producer, and teache…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Dishing with Top Chef Kristen Kish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:11
Jane’s special guest today is the renowned cookbook author and celebrity chef, Kristen Kish. The winner of season 10 Bravo TV's Top Chef, and only the second female winner in the history of the Top Chef franchise, and th…
BTB: Jane Wilkens Michael: Joy to the World [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:39
Speaking to a star nutritionist - Jane’s very special guest is the always amazing Joy Bauer, one of the nation's most popular health and wellness authorities. Joy is best known as the nutrition and healthy lifestyle expe…