Talking Smack 415

Debbie Mink & Jamie Roseman

Talking Smack 415 is the podcast for women navigating midlife, motherhood, menopause, mental health, and personal growth-with real talk, big laughs, and honest stories biweekly. Hosts Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great (Jamie Roseman), longtime best friends and Jersey girls, ( with Debbie now living in San Francisco hence the 415 in the title) dive into topics like friendship, sobriety, cancer journeys, beauty obsessions, burnout, and more. Each episode blends humor, heart, and smart smack talk, featuring guests like therapists, coaches, and inspiring women. If you’re searching for community, women’s wellness, or just want to laugh with friends and feel seen, subscribe now and join the conversation. DM us what you want us to talk smack about next!

  1. Best Friends Since 6th Grade: How an Elementary School Friendship Lasted a Lifetime

    17 FÉVR.

    Best Friends Since 6th Grade: How an Elementary School Friendship Lasted a Lifetime

    What does it take for a friendship to last from sixth grade to midlife? In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I we dive deep into the origin story of a forever friendship that belongs to Caryn and Jen and began at Brett Harte Elementary School in Cherry Hill, New Jersey — back when Guess jeans, first bras, and hours-long phone calls ruled the world. This is a story about growing up together and navigating friendship into adulthood. And about choosing each other again and again over decades. We talk about: Talking on the phone for hours (when life was innocent and drama meant who liked who)Playing Uno for hours and chatting on the swings ( a total stranger things moment)  The time they stood up for themselves after a teacher called them “dirt bags”Getting their periods and figuring out how to use a tamponAdmiration, loyalty, and the safety of a judgment-free zone A few “mean girl” moments (because high school…) Why this relationship remains one of the most important in their livesThrough middle school memories, teenage growing pains, and adult responsibilities, what has kept them bonded is something rare:  A total judgment-free zone. This episode is for anyone who: Still talks to their elementary school best friendWonders how to maintain long-term female friendshipsBelieves women need lifelong friendships to thriveIs navigating midlife and reflecting on the people who shaped themBecause sometimes the most important love story in your life… isn’t romantic.  It’s your best friend from 6th grade. Research shows that long-term female friendships improve mental health, longevity, and emotional resilience. But what does that look like in real life? It looks like: Phone cords stretched across bedroomsSharing secrets before you even know who you areGrowing up without growing apartChoosing loyalty over egoKnowing someone has seen every version of you — and loves you anywayThis is nostalgia, vulnerability, laughter, and real talk about why female friendships are foundational — especially in midlife. Share this episode with your friends and family who love to laugh. Subscribe to Talking Smack 415 and leave us a rating and review so more peeps can find us for laughter and friendship to feed your soul!

    49 min
  2. Talking Smack 415 February 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

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    Talking Smack 415 February 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

    February is here and in Talking Smack 415’s Energetic Forecast: Maia’s Take it’s a continuation.  We’re still moving through the energy of 2025 and carrying January with us… until things begin to shift mid-month, right in alignment with the Lunar New Year. The energy of Feb is all about:   Presence  Paying attention.  Returning—again and again—to now. February asks us to deepen (or begin) a meditation or centering practice, because staying grounded isn’t automatic—it’s a practice. And it’s on us to keep coming back to center.The tarot card pulled for the month is Adjustment—which symoblizes balance, equilibrium, and recalibration.  This is the first time that there were three animals:   The Peacock — a Buddhist symbol of transforming poison into medicine, reminding us to alchemize the bad into good.  The BluebirdThe Blue Butterfly And since they’re all  blue—the color of  the month is blue.  Blue symbolizes spiritual and intellectual powers and it’s the color of the throat chakra.  We need to be present his month and think before we speak.    We also share our words for the year, which we didn’t have in January.   Jamie’s is PresenceDebbie’s is PowerMaia’s is CreativityListen, subscribe, share, rate, and review.   Share this episode with your friends and family who love to laugh. Subscribe to Talking Smack 415 and leave us a rating and review so more peeps can find us for laughter and friendship to feed your soul!

    19 min
  3. Talking Smack 415 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

    7 JANV.

    Talking Smack 415 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

    Happy New Year and welcome to Talking Smack 415’s 2026 Energetic Forecast: Maia’s Take. We love that 2026 arrives with a very low tolerance for BS, and Jamie the Great, Maia, and I are already feeling it. This year is all about shedding, cleansing, and letting go—of people, patterns, places, and habits that drain you instead of replenish you. Think of it as an energetic detox for your life. Important timing note: January 2026 acts as an extended transition month—a continuation of 2025. You’re being given a final window to release what no longer serves you. The true energetic new year doesn’t fully kick in until February 2026, and when it does? It’s clean. It’s fresh. It’s different. Spirit Animal of the Year: The Frog Frog energy represents cleansing, renewal, and rebirth. Water is medicine this year—whether that’s swimming, cold plunging, baths, or simply being near water. Anything that helps you wash it off matters. Tarot Energy: The Fool The first card up signals new beginnings, fresh starts, and bold leaps of faith. The Fool asks you to trust the jump—even before you can see the landing. Color of the Year: Green Green shows up everywhere—frog energy, spring energy, heart-chakra energy. And yes, even being green with envy holds wisdom this year. Envy can act as a compass, pointing you toward what your heart truly wants. Let it guide you—not consume you or bring you down. Numerology Check-In We’ve just completed a 9-year cycle. 2026 is a 1 year—the energy of initiation, leadership, and starting over. This year is going to feel totally different, which is kind of the point. We’re beginning again. If you’re ready to release what’s not aligned, trust your heart as a GPS, and step into what’s next with clarity and courage—this forecast is your roadmap. Tune in, scrub it off, and let 2026 be the year you meet the real you. PS: Ten years ago, in 2016, I created an art installation called The Shedding. Apparently, the universe loves a long callback. Share this episode with your friends and family who love to laugh. Subscribe to Talking Smack 415 and leave us a rating and review so more peeps can find us for laughter and friendship to feed your soul!

    19 min
  4. Family: Jamie the Great’s Nephew Shai Gilmore on Being Raised by the Green–Roseman Crew

    16/12/2025

    Family: Jamie the Great’s Nephew Shai Gilmore on Being Raised by the Green–Roseman Crew

    In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with someone very special: Jamie’s nephew… but also kind of her son… brother… all rolled into one — Shai Gilmore. Shai’s story blends resilience, humor, and the fierce love that only family  can provide. He takes us back to when he was about 4 years old in Florida, where his Pop-Pop stepped in when life got complicated. Shai opens up about:  Growing up with a mother in recovery Losing his father to a car accident Realizing, at just 4 years old, that “something wasn’t right” Becoming everyone’s favorite Green (sorry, Jamie) Navigating identity with a different last name High school chaos, college radio, and  pranks  What it felt like when he supported Jamie while she battled cancer It’s sweet. It’s funny. It’s a little messy.  And above all — it’s a reminder that family is family is family. We’re launching this episode for the holidays because Shai’s name literally means “gift.” So here it is: the gift of Shai — his laughter, love, and light — for your holiday season. Whether you’re in the Bay Area, Florida, New Jersey, or navigating your own family story, this episode is for you. Grab your earbuds or hop in the car and press play.   Share this episode with your friends and family who love to laugh. Subscribe to Talking Smack 415 and leave us a rating and review so more peeps can find us for laughter and friendship to feed your soul!

    50 min
  5. Talking Smack 415 December's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

    01/12/2025

    Talking Smack 415 December's Energetic Forecast: Maia's Take

    December is here and when Jamie the Great and I sit down with Maia in Talking Smack’s 415 Energetic forecast Maia’s take, we learn it’s giving  “horse sprinting at full speed” energy… but the actual message? Slow. Down. The year flew by, the holidays are chaos, and it’s tempting to keep galloping so you don’t have to feel your feelings — but nope. December wants you to pause and actually process the good, the hard, and the “WTF was that?” moments. Maia says this quote is MLK but it may actually be Pittak Elk says: “It’s the bumps that help you climb.” Every bumpy moment this year was you leveling up.  New level, new devil — but also new power.  Tarot Card: The Sun… AGAIN The Sun card popped up again this month, which means the universe is like: “Did you get the message or do I need to say it again?” Themes: creativityjoyclaritywishes coming truestepping into your actual magicIf you shrugged it off last month… December is doubling down. Rumi Moment Rumi’s The Guest House is the vibe: Let all the emotions in. Even the uninvited ones. They’re messengers, not punishments. Flower of the Month: White Lily Purity. Grace. Rebirth.  A soft reset for your whole system. TL;DR December Energy Slow down enough to actually feel thingsReflect without judging yourselfHonor the bumps — they built your strengthCreativity + joy = front and centerRebirth energy is loadingYou’re ending 2025 wiser, louder, and way more you Share this episode with your friends and family who love to laugh. Subscribe to Talking Smack 415 and leave us a rating and review so more peeps can find us for laughter and friendship to feed your soul!

    19 min
  6. The Real Deal on Menopause: Hormones, HRT & Pelvic Health with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf

    17/10/2025

    The Real Deal on Menopause: Hormones, HRT & Pelvic Health with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf

    In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I sit down with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, a leading expert in menopause, perimenopause, and andropause health. Dr. Greenleaf is a board-certified urogynecologist, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and founder of the International Pause Institute, where she helps women and men reclaim their energy, confidence, and hormonal balance through holistic care. She also leads The Pelvic Floor Store, an online resource for pelvic health, and Femversity, a women’s empowerment and education platform. With over two decades in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Greenleaf is known for blending science with humor and warmth—making it easier to talk about sensitive topics like hormones, sexual health, and menopause symptoms. She even channels her creativity into producing a Menopause Rock Album, Menopause Memo, by drbetsygreenleafbeats.  In this episode, we answer listener questions about: Natural strategies and lifestyle changes for perimenopause and menopauseFoods and supplements that support hormone balance—and what to avoidHot flashes and night sweats: causes, meaning, and relief techniquesHRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy): safety after 55, cancer, and heart-health mythsTopical estrogen for skin and face—does it really work?HRT vs. birth control for perimenopause symptoms: what’s best and whenWhich hormones improve mood, sleep, and irritability—estrogen, progesterone, or bothBone health beyond calcium: exercise, protein, and key nutrientsPelvic floor health, prolapse, and reclaiming strength and confidenceLab testing (bloodwork, DUTCH test), hormone tracking, and how to read your resultsAnd moreListen, subscribe, and share this episode with those  navigating peri or menopause. Don’t forget to rate and review Talking Smack 415 so more peeps can find us.  Link for 10% off at the Pelvic Floor Store:  https://pelvicfloorstore.com/discount/TALKINGSMACK415    or just use TALKINGSMACK415 Women’s Pelvic Meditation: https://femversity.com/pelvicmediation-sign-up Hormone Quiz: https://link.apisystem.tech/widget/quiz/Xxe3hNPG5Iora9LqUILT The International Pause Institute:   https://pauseinstitute.com The Pelvic Floor Store:   https://pelvicfloorstore.com https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf https://www.tiktok.com/@drbetsygreenleaf https://www.facebook.com/dr.betsy.greenleaf/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdu6ZIxyAYGKsmJPtEvTS4w https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbetsygreenleaf/  Menopause Memo Rock Album by Doc BET-Z https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/drbetsygreenleafbeats/menopause-memo  Podcasts Some of Your Parts  https://someofyourparts.libsyn.com/ Body Mind Spirit  https://www.wytv7.org/body-mind-spirit Share this episode with your friends and family who love to laugh. Subscribe to Talking Smack 415 and leave us a rating and review so more peeps can find us for laughter and friendship to feed your soul!

    1 h 15 min

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Talking Smack 415 is the podcast for women navigating midlife, motherhood, menopause, mental health, and personal growth-with real talk, big laughs, and honest stories biweekly. Hosts Debbie Mink and Jamie the Great (Jamie Roseman), longtime best friends and Jersey girls, ( with Debbie now living in San Francisco hence the 415 in the title) dive into topics like friendship, sobriety, cancer journeys, beauty obsessions, burnout, and more. Each episode blends humor, heart, and smart smack talk, featuring guests like therapists, coaches, and inspiring women. If you’re searching for community, women’s wellness, or just want to laugh with friends and feel seen, subscribe now and join the conversation. DM us what you want us to talk smack about next!