Say It Here

Corie Adjmi & Judi Franco
  • 5.0 (12)
  • Self-Improvement
  • Biweekly

Welcome to Say it Here - the podcast about building healthy relationships, one conversation at a time. Hosted by best-selling author, Corie Adjmi (The Marriage Box) and popular radio personality Judi Franco (New Jersey 101.5), this is a show that skips the small talk and digs into the conversations that matter. Whatever the topic, it’s safe to say it here. From digital age parenting, to addiction recovery, to trauma recovery and healing from shame, we’re not afraid to talk about it. Because healing and recovery happen one conversation at a time. So let's say it here. Say it Here is sponsored by Safe Parenting https://www.thesafefoundation.org/safe-parenting

  1. Oct 26

    Discovering a Better Self after Porn Addiction with Jeremy Lipkowitz

    Compulsive behaviors and addictions often stem not from a lack of willpower, but from a deep desire to escape uncomfortable emotions. Executive coach and meditation teacher Jeremy Lipkowitz knows firsthand how innocent curiosity can spiral into a daily struggle with porn addiction, leading to isolation, toxic shame, and a constant search for novelty. Recognizing that lust and craving create an endless void—much like the Buddhist concept of the "realm of hungry ghosts"—Jeremy realized that true recovery from porn addiction requires rewiring the mind, building healthy coping mechanisms, and finding genuine contentment. Today on Say It Here, Corie Adjmi and Judi Franco talk to Jeremy Lipkowitz about breaking free from porn addiction and overcoming the secret-keeping that destroys trust in relationships. As a mental health podcast that delves into cycle breaking, self improvement, and authentic connection, this episode explores why white-knuckling alone fails, how mindfulness and community dissolve shame, and practical steps like keeping phones out of the bedroom. Jeremy shares insights from his personal journey, his podcast Unhooked, and his online men's community at unhookedacademy.com. If you or someone you Units are struggling with addictive patterns, tune into this powerful conversation to discover how mindfulness, community, and emotional awareness can lead to lasting recovery. Craving more connection? ****Follow us on Instagram at *@sayitherepodcast Wanna Know more about our sponsor, Safe Parenting? ***Check out their website! (https://www.thesafefoundation.org/safe-parenting) Wanna fish elbe about the show? Leave us a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and tell us what you think :) Wanna make our day? *****Leave us a 5 star rating or tell a friend about the show.

  2. Oct 12

    Say it Here LIVE Summer Episode: On Womanhood, Parenting & Cycle Breaking with Robyn Koslowitz

    Many women worry that their own overwhelming childhood experiences may create lasting damage for their children, that certain circumstances may trigger anxiety and fight-or-flight responses, making setting boundaries, handling conflict, and cycle breaking feel nearly impossible. Today on the Say It Here Podcast, Corie Adjmi and Judi Franco talk to clinical psychologist Dr. Robyn Koslowitz about her book, Post-Traumatic Parenting: Break the Cycle, Become the Parent You Always Wanted to Be. Recorded live at the DSN in New Jersey, this episode explores the shifting dynamics across generations, the difference between gentle parenting and setting clear behavioral boundaries, and how healing our inner child and our trauma responses allows parents to show up authentically for their children and begin cycle breaking today.  She reminds us that healing emotional trauma is always possible through presence, accountability, and repair. From reprogramming your "trauma app" to understanding how dignity, guilt, and shame shape communication skills, Dr. Robyn shares actionable insights for turning parent-child ruptures into opportunities for growth. Whether you are navigating parenting in the age of technology, working to strengthen your family's emotional connection, or addressing the cycle breaking that you know needs to happen, you must listen to this transformative conversation with Dr. Robyn today! Craving more connection? ***Follow us on Instagram at *@sayitherepodcast Wanna Know more about our sponsor, Safe Parenting? *** Check out their website! (https://www.thesafefoundation.org/safe-parenting) Wanna fish elbe about the show? *** Leave us a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and tell us what you think :) Wanna make our day? ***** Leave us a 5 star rating or tell a friend about the show.

  3. May 11

    Corie and Judi's Friendship: A Say it Here Podcast Journey

    Today is a special day for the Say it Here Podcast, because it’s the last episode of Season 1! Judi and Corie are finishing off the season with a heartwarming episode that explains how they met as teenagers, the unique community they share and the emotional connection they found while navigating  complex feelings around family expectations. A lot of those expectations revolved around marriage, a theme Corie explored years later in her novel The Marriage Box https://a.co/d/08FRqURP. It was actually through reading that novel the Judi reconnected with Corie about the Syrian community’s culture, the pressure to fit in, and the personal growth that comes from navigating a unique path that goes outside the norm. They also explain “Fish Elbe” (their favorite way to “Say it Here”) as “emptying the heart,” an emotional unloading that supports communication and emotional health from their Aleppo, Syria heritage.  As they prepare for Season 2 (Coming in fall 2026!), Judi and Corie acknowledge the “why” of their podcast - to host conversations that help others navigate trauma, shame, difficult relationships, and healthier habits by “saying it here.” Have a beautiful summer, listeners, and please share any thoughts or ideas for Season 2 in the comments! Craving more connection? Follow us on Instagram at @sayitherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/sayitherepodcast/ Wanna Know more about our sponsor, Safe Parenting? Check out their website! (https://www.thesafefoundation.org/safe-parenting) Wanna fish elbe about the show? Leave us a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and tell us what you think :) Wanna make our day? Leave us a 5 star rating or tell a friend about the show.

  4. Apr 27

    The Road to Redemption: Finding Self Love and Giving Back after Public Shame with Jim McGreevey

    Today on the Say it Here podcast, Judi Franco and Corie Adjmi interview former New Jersey Governor Jim McGreevey about personal growth, healing from shame, and embracing his second act after coming out as gay and publicly resigning in the midst of personal scandal.   McGreevey reflects on the struggles that existed for gay folks when he was growing up and how a lot (but not everything) has changed these days in our country. He describes finding purpose in public service through the New Jersey Reentry Corporation and supports people returning from jail, veterans with PTSD, people in addiction recovery, and domestic violence survivors. McGreevey explains the loss of agency and survival mentality in prison and is an advocate for rethinking incarceration with a focus on rehabilitation. Jim speaks candidly with Judi and Corie about embracing second chances, finding self love, and navigating complex feelings and modern masculinity through compassion, connection and giving back. Craving more connection? Follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠@sayitherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/sayitherepodcast/⁠⁠ Wanna Know more about our sponsor, Safe Parenting? Check out their ⁠⁠website! (https://www.thesafefoundation.org/safe-parenting⁠⁠) Wanna fish elbe about the show? Leave us a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and tell us what you think :) Wanna make our day? Leave us a 5 star rating or tell a friend about the show.

  5. Apr 13

    Shedding the Lies We Tell Ourselves and Overcoming Shame with Geneen Roth

    A famous ice princess once said, “Let it Go”, and best-selling author Geneen Roth would have to agree. Although her past self would have chosen to let go of pounds, wisdom and personal growth have led Geneen to realize that it’s the lies she was telling herself that needed to go if she ever hoped to recover from the disordered eating and emotional regression that were holding her back from the self love she deserved.   Today on Say it Here, Corie Adjmi and Judi Franco talk to Geneen about her new book, Love, Finally: Untangling the Knot Between Mothers, Daughters, and Food https://a.co/d/00vaQvAW After enduring an abusive relationship with her mother throughout her childhood, Geneen found herself yo-yoing between anorexia and rapid weight gain.  But in releasing Diet culture narratives, addressing the emotional regression behind her hunger, and forgiving her mother, Geneen has found a way to recover from the internalized lies about herself and food that have been haunting her since childhood. She now chooses self love and care, which she now understands she has always deserved.  And if you too have suffered from disordered eating, diet culture lies, and the emotional regression that comes from a traumatic childhood, please clear a spot on your book shelf for Geneen’s cycle-breaking new book. Because you deserve to experience the peace of self love too.  Craving more connection? Follow us on Instagram at ⁠@sayitherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/sayitherepodcast/⁠ Wanna Know more about our sponsor, Safe Parenting? Check out their ⁠website! (https://www.thesafefoundation.org/safe-parenting⁠) Wanna fish elbe about the show? Leave us a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and tell us what you think :) Wanna make our day? Leave us a 5 star rating or tell a friend about the show.

    Shedding the Lies We Tell Ourselves and Overcoming Shame with Geneen Roth

  6. Mar 30

    Transforming Toddlerhood: Empowering Parents to Change the Terrible Twos into Teachable Twos with Devon Kuntzman

    Today on the Say it Here podcast, Judi Franco and Corie Adjmi interview toddler parenting expert and ICF-certified coach Devon Kuntzman about her book and program Transforming Toddlerhood  (https://www.transformingtoddlerhood.com/ ) and why “toddlerhood is terrible” is a myth. Devon explains toddlers’  limited impulse control, emotional regulation, and communication skills, while empowering parents to treat behavior as communication rather than just “bad behavior” needing punishment. She offers a new look at parenting young children by emphasizing connection, curiosity, clear limits, consistent follow-through, and skill-teaching (often after everyone calms down). Devon also warns against both authoritarian obedience-first parenting and overcorrecting into giving kids too much power in their relationships with their parents. And when it comes to struggling with public tantrums or potty-training snafus, she covers all of that too. If parenting through toddlerhood has been an uphill battle, this episode is for you! And remember - your kiddo is experiencing constant growth, but parenting is a journey of personal growth as well. Empowering parents is what Devon does best, so hit play for a much-needed morale boost.   Craving more connection? Follow us on Instagram at @sayitherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/sayitherepodcast/ Wanna Know more about our sponsor, Safe Parenting? Check out their website! (https://www.thesafefoundation.org/safe-parenting) Wanna fish elbe about the show? Leave us a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and tell us what you think :) Wanna make our day? Leave us a 5 star rating or tell a friend about the show.

    Transforming Toddlerhood: Empowering Parents to Change the Terrible Twos into Teachable Twos with Devon Kuntzman

  7. Mar 16

    Turning Trauma and PTSD into a Superpower that Leads to Cycle Breaking Parenting with Dr. Robyn Koslowitz

    What if trauma and ptsd could be transformed into a superpower that could turn you into a better parent? On this episode of ‘Say it Here’, hosts Judi Franco and Corie Adjmi sit down with licensed clinical psychologist, Dr. Robyn Koslowitz to discuss the impact of trauma and PTSD, especially when it comes to parenting. Dr. Koslowitz gets personal about how becoming a parent revealed her coping patterns, and how she had to address her trauma and ptsd if she wanted to be the best parent she could be. Because our children are not responsible for making us well; but they can be great motivators to begin the journey.  Listen to hear Dr. Koslowitz share ideas from her book Post-Traumatic Parenting https://a.co/d/07sMq18W and her cycle-breaking approach to trauma and ptsd and empowering parents to reframe their trauma as a strength.  Craving more connection? Follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠@sayitherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/sayitherepodcast/ ⁠⁠⁠ Wanna Know more about our sponsor, Safe Parenting? Check out their ⁠⁠⁠website! ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.thesafefoundation.org/safe-parenting Wanna fish elbe about the show or the work of Say it Here and Safe Parenting? Leave us a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and tell us what you think :) Wanna make our day? Leave us a 5 star rating or tell a friend about the show.

    Turning Trauma and PTSD into a Superpower that Leads to Cycle Breaking Parenting with Dr. Robyn Koslowitz

  8. Mar 2

    Breaking the Habit of Negative Thinking and Self Talk: Exploring 'Mother Hunger' and Healing Inner Child Trauma with Jennifer Acker

    Have you ever heard of 'Mother Hunger'? You may discover that you're more familiar with it than you realize. In this episode of the Say it Here podcast, co-hosts Judi Franco and Corie Adjmi welcome Jennifer Acker, a licensed clinical social worker and certified therapist, who specializes in relationships. https://www.jenniferackerlcsw.com/ourapproach Jennifer discusses her journey into therapy, emphasizing the importance of the relationship with oneself along with breaking the habit of negative thinking and self talk. The co-hosts and Jennifer also explore 'Mother Hunger', a term defining our longing and need for nurturance and protection. Jennifer shares her therapeutic map and the significance of early life experiences on personal development that affect the 'Mother Hunger' many of us experience. They conclude by discussing the power of switching from negative self talk to positive self talk and its impact on overall well-being.    Craving more connection? Follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠@sayitherepodcast https://www.instagram.com/sayitherepodcast/ ⁠⁠⁠ Wanna Know more about our sponsor, Safe Parenting? Check out their ⁠⁠⁠website! ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.thesafefoundation.org/safe-parenting Wanna fish elbe about the show or the work of Say it Here and Safe Parenting? Leave us a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and tell us what you think :) Wanna make our day? Leave us a 5 star rating or tell a friend about the show.

    Breaking the Habit of Negative Thinking and Self Talk: Exploring 'Mother Hunger' and Healing Inner Child Trauma with Jennifer Acker
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Welcome to Say it Here - the podcast about building healthy relationships, one conversation at a time. Hosted by best-selling author, Corie Adjmi (The Marriage Box) and popular radio personality Judi Franco (New Jersey 101.5), this is a show that skips the small talk and digs into the conversations that matter. Whatever the topic, it’s safe to say it here. From digital age parenting, to addiction recovery, to trauma recovery and healing from shame, we’re not afraid to talk about it. Because healing and recovery happen one conversation at a time. So let's say it here. Say it Here is sponsored by Safe Parenting https://www.thesafefoundation.org/safe-parenting

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  • Creator
    Corie Adjmi & Judi Franco
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Corie Adjmi & Judi Franco
  • Show Website
    Say It Here

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