Refined & Unhinged

Refine Social Club
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A mother-daughter podcast on womanhood, real talk, and the wild ride of self-discovery. From refined reflections to unhinged confessions—this is womanhood, uncensored. Refined & Unhinged is the unapologetically honest podcast that dives deep into the evolving female experience—hosted by mother-daughter duo Jen Dryden Hess and Ali Stricklin. Jen is an empty nester navigating her Third Act with bold curiosity, while Ali is running multiple businesses and raising two daughters in Los Angeles. Together, they unpack the beautifully chaotic journey of being a woman—no topic off-limits, no filter applied. Each week, you’ll hear raw, intergenerational conversations that span personal growth, self-discovery, sexuality, motherhood, mental health, relationships, wellness, career pivots, financial literacy, and society’s messiest expectations. Sometimes it’s deep. Sometimes it’s hilarious. It’s always authentic. What makes Refined & Unhinged special is our commitment to building a community where women’s stories become bridges. Each episode features relatable experiences that remind you you’re not alone in your journey. By sharing both our vulnerabilities and victories, we’re creating more than just a podcast—we’re fostering a movement of connection that extends beyond the airwaves. Whether you’re a 25-year-old questioning everything or a 65-year-old rewriting the rules, this is your space to feel seen, laugh out loud, and connect with women doing the work (imperfectly) at every stage. Expect guest interviews from experts and everyday women alike, generational hot takes, and sofa-side wine fueled chats. The conversations don’t end when the episode does. Join our thriving community of open-minded, open-hearted women who are embracing the mess, the magic, and everything in between. Continue these important discussions, find your tribe, and attend exclusive in-person events through the Refine Social Club—where podcast listeners become real-life connections. Visit www.refinesocial.club to find events in your city and join a community of women supporting women. Refine Social Club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/refinesocial.club Refined & Unhinged Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/refinedandunhinged Refined & Unhinged Show Notes: https://www.refinesocial.club/podcast

  1. 20h ago

    Season 2 Opener: No Logos, More Bloodwork

    We're back! Somewhere along the way, the logo stopped being the point, the bag got quieter, the jewelry got smaller, and the new status symbol became a full blood panel and a doctor who actually reads it. For the Season 2 opener, we start where most of our conversations end up anyway: what's worth spending on, what's worth fixing, and which appointment each of us keeps moving to next month. Jen has a few decades' head start on aging, and she has opinions about all of it.  In this episode: Why the logo disappeared, and what quietly replaced it The cosmetic procedure that keeps getting postponed, and the real reason why Ali's Function health testing, from the scheduling saga to the blood draw itself Genetics, supplements, and playing the long game on aging Spending on the things that hold up Chapters 00:00 Season 2, we're back 03:53 When the logo stopped being the point 05:56 Living under the radar 08:03 How much of your style is actually yours 10:01 The cosmetic procedure question 12:06 Why it keeps getting postponed 13:56 Who decides what aging looks like 16:00 The case for testing everything 18:02 Ali's Function health panel 20:04 The scheduling saga 22:02 The blood draw, honestly 23:59 Ali's health optimization era 25:50 What testing does to your nerves 28:00 Aging, health, and the choices we're making 30:01 Genetics and getting ahead of it 31:57 Everything is connected 34:04 Supplements and the daily routine 36:01 How the way you live shows up on your face 37:59 Your choices versus everyone else's opinions 40:02 Closing thoughts SHARE & REVIEW: If this episode landed, send it to the friend who needs it or leave us a review. Screenshot your share or review and DM us for a chance to win our monthly swag giveaway. FOLLOW: Refined & Unhinged: @refinedandunhinged Refine Social Club: @refinesocial.club Ali: @alistricklin Jen Dryden Hess: @jendrydenhess The podcast by Refine Social Club Refine Social Club is where these conversations keep going, in person. Intimate dinners, salons, and gatherings where podcast listeners become the women across the table. Join our list to hear about the next one.

  2. May 12

    Your Friends Are Not Your Therapists

    Ali and her mom, Jen, dig into one of those topics every woman hits at some point — what do you do when a friend keeps coming to you with the same problem, the same chaos, over and over again, and nothing ever changes? Is it okay to say something? Is it okay to walk away? They get into the real mechanics of how to handle it: the art of the redirect (yes, just change the subject), why timing matters more than you think when it comes to hard conversations, and why bringing something up when someone is mid-spiral almost never works. Ali draws a surprisingly parallel between managing deeply feeling kids and managing deeply feeling adults — turns out, the Dr. Becky approach applies way beyond toddlers. They also talk about the stuff nobody warns you about: the cost of being everyone's sounding board, why you should never vent about your partner to your friends, the damage that gossip does even when someone "promises" not to repeat it, and why a good therapist will always beat a group text for working through your shit. What we cover: How to redirect a friend who's stuck in a loop — without blowing up the friendship Why hard conversations land better when the other person isn't already spinning The case for asking "do you have capacity for this right now?" before unloading Friend breakups: when it's okay to walk away and why it still hurts Why your friends and family aren't your therapists (and shouldn't be) The unspoken rule about not talking shit about your partner — or your friends — to other people SHARE & REVIEW: If this episode resonated, please share with a friend or write a review. We would love to hear from you. Screenshot your share or review and DM us for a chance to win our monthly swag giveaway! FOLLOW: Refined & Unhinged: @refinedandunhinged Refine Social Club: @refinesocial.club Ali: @alistricklin Jen Dryden Hess: @jendrydenhess The podcast by Refine Social Club Join our thriving community of open-minded, open-hearted women who are embracing the mess, the magic, and everything in between. Continue these important discussions, find your people, and attend exclusive in-person events—where podcast listeners become real-life connections. Join our list to stay in the know.

  3. Apr 14

    Dressed to Express

    We're talking fashion this week and honestly? It got a little heated. Ali and Jen sit down for a real talk about getting dressed, finding your personal style, and figuring out which trends are actually worth your time (and closet space). Whether you're someone who lives for a shopping trip or you've been wearing the same three outfits on rotation, this one's for you. SHARE & REVIEW: If this episode resonated, please share with a friend or write a review. We would love to hear from you. Screenshot your share or review and DM us for a chance to win our monthly swag giveaway! FOLLOW: Refined & Unhinged: @refinedandunhinged Refine Social Club: @refinesocial.club Ali: @alistricklin Jen Dryden Hess: @jendrydenhess The podcast by Refine Social Club Join our thriving community of open-minded, open-hearted women who are embracing the mess, the magic, and everything in between. Continue these important discussions, find your people, and attend exclusive in-person events—where podcast listeners become real-life connections. Join our list to stay in the know.

  4. Mar 19

    2026 The Firehorse Year — Here's How to Ride It

    This episode dives into our take on the energetic and transformative spirit of the firehorse year, exploring themes of personal growth, community engagement, and navigating life's challenges with resilience. Join us for an honest  chat about health, purpose, societal shifts, and embracing our authentic selves in 2026. Jen’s favorite follows on Instagram: @tkcivics @leighmcgowan @women_inamerica @loudblonde @montemader @TheSheCenter @rage_for_good @amymaccc SHARE & REVIEW: If this episode resonated, please share with a friend or write a review. We would love to hear from you. Screenshot your share or review and DM us for a chance to win our monthly swag giveaway! FOLLOW: Refined & Unhinged: @refinedandunhinged Refine Social Club: @refinesocial.club Ali: @alistricklin Jen Dryden Hess: @jendrydenhess The podcast by Refine Social Club Join our thriving community of open-minded, open-hearted women who are embracing the mess, the magic, and everything in between. Continue these important discussions, find your people, and attend exclusive in-person events—where podcast listeners become real-life connections. Join our list to stay in the know.

  5. Feb 10

    Where the Trail Changes You

    Gigi Schwirblat, NP, joins the conversation to share her unexpected journey from city life to the trail and how nature reshaped the way she thinks about resilience, companionship, and herself. What began as a fun challenge turned into a life changing experience, as she committed to taking on the Colorado Trail and backpacking for 6 weeks.  Along the way, Gigi explores what it means to test your physical and mental limits, why community matters even in solitude, and how the outdoors can quietly change the trajectory of your life. SHARE & REVIEW: If this episode resonated, please share with a friend or write a review. We would love to hear from you. Screenshot your share or review and DM us for a chance to win our monthly swag giveaway! FOLLOW: Refined & Unhinged: @refinedandunhinged Refine Social Club: @refinesocial.club Ali: @alistricklin Jen Dryden Hess: @jendrydenhess The podcast by Refine Social Club Join our thriving community of open-minded, open-hearted women who are embracing the mess, the magic, and everything in between. Continue these important discussions, find your people, and attend exclusive in-person events—where podcast listeners become real-life connections. Join our list to stay in the know.

  6. Jan 28

    We Don’t Play About Our Sleep

    Sleep shouldn’t feel this hard — and yet, for so many of us, it does. In this episode, Ali Stricklin and Jen Dryden Hess dives into the very real, very relatable struggle of getting quality rest. From years of poor sleep habits to experimenting with every wellness trend imaginable, Je & Alii share what they’ve learned about sleep hygiene, lifestyle choices, and the small changes that actually make a difference. The conversation explores how everyday factors like alcohol, caffeine, stress, screen time, and inconsistent routines quietly sabotage our sleep quality — even when we think we’re “doing everything right.” Jen also opens up about how technology and sleep-tracking devices can be both helpful and misleading, and why awareness matters more than perfection. SHARE & REVIEW: If this episode resonated, please share with a friend or write a review. We would love to hear from you. Screenshot your share or review and DM us for a chance to win our monthly swag giveaway! FOLLOW: Refined & Unhinged: @refinedandunhinged Refine Social Club: @refinesocial.club Host: Ali Stricklin: @alistricklin Host: Jen Dryden Hess: @jendrydenhess The podcast by Refine Social Club Join our thriving community of open-minded, open-hearted women who are embracing the mess, the magic, and everything in between. Continue these important discussions, find your people, and attend exclusive in-person events—where podcast listeners become real-life connections. Join our list to stay in the know.

  7. Jan 13

    "Let Them" & Let Me Apologize

    In this episode, Ali & Jen chat about their reactions, takeaways, and feelings after diving into the Let Them theory by Mel Robbins and, naturally, spiral into some hilarious (and humbling) childhood stories where Ali very confidently tested her mom’s patience. What starts as a conversation about emotional control, expectations, and letting people be who they are quickly turns into a reflection on how deeply a child can test their parent’s will to “Let Them”. From stress and people-pleasing to boundaries, communication, and emotional maturity, this episode unpacks how much energy we waste trying to manage things that were never ours to control in the first place. They explore what it actually looks like to “let them” in real life. If you’ve ever tried to control the room, your parents, your kids, or literally everyone around you… yeah, us too. SHARE & REVIEW: If this episode resonated, please share with a friend or write a review. We would love to hear from you. Screenshot your share or review and DM us for a chance to win our monthly swag giveaway! FOLLOW: Refined & Unhinged: @refinedandunhinged Refine Social Club: @refinesocial.club Ali: @alistricklin Jen Dryden Hess: @jendrydenhess The podcast by Refine Social Club Join our thriving community of open-minded, open-hearted women who are embracing the mess, the magic, and everything in between. Continue these important discussions, find your people, and attend exclusive in-person events—where podcast listeners become real-life connections. Join our list to stay in the know.

  8. 12/23/2025

    We’re Not Taking Everything Into 2026

    We’re closing out 2025 the only way we know how, honest, reflective, and a little unhinged. In this episode, Ali & Jen recap the year using Thorn, Rose & Bud and map what’s next with the Keep, Toss, Create framework. What challenged us, what we loved, and what we’re intentionally bringing into 2026 (and what we’re not). This is a playful but meaningful conversation about growth, boundaries, lessons learned, and refining your life without burning it all down. If you’re in reflection mode, or ready to be, this episode is for you. SHARE & REVIEW: If this episode resonated, please share with a friend or write a review. We would love to hear from you. Screenshot your share or review and DM us for a chance to win our monthly swag giveaway! FOLLOW: Refined & Unhinged: @refinedandunhinged Refine Social Club: @refinesocial.club Ali: @alistricklin Jen Dryden Hess: @jendrydenhess The podcast by Refine Social Club Join our thriving community of open-minded, open-hearted women who are embracing the mess, the magic, and everything in between. Continue these important discussions, find your people, and attend exclusive in-person events—where podcast listeners become real-life connections. Join our list to stay in the know.

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A mother-daughter podcast on womanhood, real talk, and the wild ride of self-discovery. From refined reflections to unhinged confessions—this is womanhood, uncensored. Refined & Unhinged is the unapologetically honest podcast that dives deep into the evolving female experience—hosted by mother-daughter duo Jen Dryden Hess and Ali Stricklin. Jen is an empty nester navigating her Third Act with bold curiosity, while Ali is running multiple businesses and raising two daughters in Los Angeles. Together, they unpack the beautifully chaotic journey of being a woman—no topic off-limits, no filter applied. Each week, you’ll hear raw, intergenerational conversations that span personal growth, self-discovery, sexuality, motherhood, mental health, relationships, wellness, career pivots, financial literacy, and society’s messiest expectations. Sometimes it’s deep. Sometimes it’s hilarious. It’s always authentic. What makes Refined & Unhinged special is our commitment to building a community where women’s stories become bridges. Each episode features relatable experiences that remind you you’re not alone in your journey. By sharing both our vulnerabilities and victories, we’re creating more than just a podcast—we’re fostering a movement of connection that extends beyond the airwaves. Whether you’re a 25-year-old questioning everything or a 65-year-old rewriting the rules, this is your space to feel seen, laugh out loud, and connect with women doing the work (imperfectly) at every stage. Expect guest interviews from experts and everyday women alike, generational hot takes, and sofa-side wine fueled chats. The conversations don’t end when the episode does. Join our thriving community of open-minded, open-hearted women who are embracing the mess, the magic, and everything in between. Continue these important discussions, find your tribe, and attend exclusive in-person events through the Refine Social Club—where podcast listeners become real-life connections. Visit www.refinesocial.club to find events in your city and join a community of women supporting women. Refine Social Club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/refinesocial.club Refined & Unhinged Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/refinedandunhinged Refined & Unhinged Show Notes: https://www.refinesocial.club/podcast

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  • Creator
    Refine Social Club
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Explicit
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