HELP! Nobody Told Me

Jasmine Shapiro & Shannon Johnson
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Welcome to "HELP! Nobody Told Me..." where we navigate life's transitions with heart and humor. Learn with hosts Jasmine Shapiro and Shannon Johnson, Chicagoland REALTORS® and Senior Real Estate Specialists® with BHHSChicago. Join us as we delve into the world of real estate at different stages of life with an eye on your future, guided by our team including Mindy Leonard, SOS- Super Organized Spaces, a home organizer, and Jordan Kagan, The Man of Silver, specializing in sterling silver, precious metals, coins and watches. In each episode, we'll bring you insightful interviews with various guests to help you plan for the future, whether it's your own, your parents' or anyone else in your life. From practical advice on navigating real estate transactions to discussions about the emotions that accompany change, we're here to empower and educate you on how to handle the next chapter. Subscribe and follow wherever you get your podcasts and learn what you need to plan for today!

  1. Let's Talk Vintage Fashion with Rare Jule Vintage - Julia Marchenko

    5D AGO

    Let's Talk Vintage Fashion with Rare Jule Vintage - Julia Marchenko

    Julia Marchenko is the Wardrobe Mistress and owner of RareJule Vintage, a small business dedicated to preserving and sharing timeless fashion with strong stylistic significance. With a family history in the fashion industry and a highly trained eye for quality, Julia sources and rescues vintage clothing and accessories from across Chicagoland, carefully cleaning, researching, photographing, and presenting each piece through her Evanston home studio, website, private buying appointments, and pop-up events. Her mission is to connect people with garments that are not only beautiful and well-crafted, but also rich in history and meaning. Julia joins us today to talk about the emotional stories behind clothing, how to determine what’s truly valuable, and how fashion can serve as a living archive that connects generations. Subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of HELP! Nobody Told Me Hosts: Shannon Johnson – sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro – jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Mindy Leonard – mindy@superorganizedspaces.com Jordan Kagan – jordanthemanofsilver@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ Links: 📞 847-814-0875 ✉️ julia@rarejulevintage.com 🌐 https://rarejulevintage.com/ Blog: https://rarejulevintage.com/blogs/news LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-marchenko-0bba6936/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rarejulevintage_/ Newsletter (Subscribe for 10% off): https://rarejulevintage.com/pages/newsletter Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio Edited by: Michael Collins #shannonandjasminehomes #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #MoveConfidently #vintagefashion #rarejulevintage #fashionhistory #sustainablefashion #downsizing #timelessstyle

    28 min
  2. Feeling Like Yourself Again After Hair Loss | A Personalized Approach

    FEB 11

    Feeling Like Yourself Again After Hair Loss | A Personalized Approach

    Amy Salzstein is the owner of Hair Response and a leading expert in customized hair loss solutions. Founded in 1985 by her mother, Barbara, following her personal experience with Alopecia Areata, Hair Response was built on empathy, understanding, and individualized care. Amy joined the family business in 1990, learning firsthand the importance of listening deeply and supporting clients through a highly personal journey. When Barbara retired in 2007, Amy proudly continued the legacy, guiding Hair Response forward with the same heart-centered mission. Unlike a traditional wig shop or salon, Hair Response offers private, one-on-one appointments in a supportive environment where clients are truly seen and heard. Amy joins us today to discuss hair loss solutions, confidence, and how personalized care can help people feel like themselves again. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts:  Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/   Links: (847) 541-9799 amy@hairresponse.com Website: https://hairresponse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hairresponseinc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hair-Response-Inc-111843197623643/     Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio https://brightvoxaudio.com/ Edited by: Michael Collins #shannonandjasminehomes #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #MoveConfidently #hairlosssolutions #hairresponse #alopeciaawareness #confidencecare #customwigs #personalizedcare

    33 min
  3. Capturing the True You—Even When You Can’t See It Yourself

    FEB 4

    Capturing the True You—Even When You Can’t See It Yourself

    Julie Kaplan is the owner of Julie Kaplan Photography, an award-winning boutique studio celebrating 23 years in business. Based in Highland Park, Julie photographs clients both in her studio and on location throughout the Chicagoland area. She specializes in headshots, personal branding, beauty, boudoir, children, families, and dogs, and is widely known for her ability to put clients at ease in front of the camera. Using natural, flattering poses and beautiful lighting tailored to each session, Julie creates images that feel authentic and empowering. As a full-service studio, Julie Kaplan Photography offers professional makeup, wardrobe consultations, and exquisite finished products. She joins us today to discuss the power of personal imagery, confidence at any stage of life, and her inspiring 50 Women Over 50 project. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts:  Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/   Links: 224-522-0454 julie@juliekaplanphoto.com 755 Orleans Drive, Highland Park, IL 60035 Website: https://www.juliekaplanphoto.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JulieKaplanPhoto/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliekaplanphoto       Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio https://brightvoxaudio.com/ Edited by: Michael Collins #shannonandjasminehomes #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #MoveConfidently #personalbranding #professionalphotography #juliekaplanphotography #50womenover50 #confidenceatanyage

    32 min
  4. Your Family's Advocate: How an Aging Life Care Manager Navigates Complexity

    JAN 28

    Your Family's Advocate: How an Aging Life Care Manager Navigates Complexity

    Mara Heichman began working as an Aging Life Care Manager in 2017, drawing on her extensive clinical background as an Occupational Therapist across Acute Care, Skilled Nursing, Inpatient Rehabilitation, and Home Health settings. She holds a B.S. in Occupational Therapy from The Ohio State University and an MBA from Loyola University Chicago, a powerful combination that allows her to support older adults and their families with both compassion and strategic insight. Mara is known for her highly personalized approach, helping families navigate times of transition, change, and uncertainty with clarity and confidence. Her favorite part of care management is building meaningful, trusting relationships with clients and their loved ones. She joins us today to discuss the role of Aging Life Care Managers, how they support families through complex decisions, and why having the right guidance can make all the difference. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts:  Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/   Links: 847-624-9023 mara@maraheichman.com Website: https://maraheichman.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mara-heichman-0344124a/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maraheichmanlifecoach Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maraheichmanlifecoach     Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio https://brightvoxaudio.com/ Edited by: Michael Collins #shannonandjasminehomes #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #MoveConfidently #aginglifecare #caremanagement #seniorcare #familycaregiving #occupationaltherapy

    25 min
  5. The Real Value of a Home Warranty: Protecting Homes, Deals & Peace of Mind

    JAN 21

    The Real Value of a Home Warranty: Protecting Homes, Deals & Peace of Mind

    Julie O’Brien is an Account Executive with Home Warranty of America (HWA), where she has proudly served real estate professionals across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana for nearly seven years. Known for her transparency, energy, and genuine passion for helping others, Julie partners closely with agents to help protect their clients—and their transactions—through HWA’s trusted home warranty coverage. From buyers and sellers to existing homeowners through the HWAfter program, Julie focuses on education, risk management, and peace of mind. Her mission is simple: to bring value, confidence, and care to every home and every relationship. Julie joins us today to break down what a home warranty really is, how it supports agents and homeowners beyond the closing table, and what makes Home Warranty of America stand out in the industry. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts:  Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/   Links: 847-946-6428  jobrien@hwahomewarranty.com Website: https://www.hwahomewarranty.com/ Real estate Professionals Page: https://www.hwahomewarranty.com/real-estate-professionals LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliehobrien/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julieharlanobrien/     Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio https://brightvoxaudio.com/ Edited by: Michael Collins #shannonandjasminehomes #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #MoveConfidently #homewarranty #homewarrantyofamerica #riskmanagement #realestateprofessionals #ProtectedByJulie

    25 min
  6. How an Estate Sale Saves Time & Reduces Stress | Expert Guide

    JAN 14

    How an Estate Sale Saves Time & Reduces Stress | Expert Guide

    Jane Osterman is the Owner of Blue Moon Estate Sales Chicago North Shore and an experienced Estate Liquidator who brings both compassion and financial expertise to every client she serves. A Certified Public Accountant with over 25 years in finance at McDonald’s Corporation, Jane combines her corporate background with hands-on estate sale expertise to help families, seniors, and real estate professionals navigate life transitions with clarity and ease. Through Blue Moon Estate Sales, Jane and her team assist clients in clearing homes efficiently—often within just a few weeks—while maximizing value through professional staging, pricing, marketing, and sale execution. She joins us today to share how estate sales can support smooth real estate transactions, what sets Blue Moon apart, and how thoughtful estate liquidation can ease stress while honoring a family’s story. Trinetter Sims-Rainey is the Owner and President of Blue Moon Estate Sales of Naperville, bringing decades of accounting, finance, and problem-solving expertise to families navigating life transitions. A Chicago native and Northern Illinois University graduate, Trinetter earned her CPA designation and spent more than 20 years in Accounting and Finance, where she became known for her patience, professionalism, and thoughtful approach. In 2022, guided by faith and fueled by a passion for organization and service, she launched Blue Moon Estate Sales of Naperville—combining her financial background with a heart for helping others. Trinetter joins us today to demystify estate sales, explain why they aren’t just for the wealthy, and share how a well-planned estate sale can save time, reduce stress, and even be a fun, meaningful experience. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts:  Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/   Jane Osterman Links: (773) 892-9944 josterman@bluemoonestatesales.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlueMoonEstateSalesChicagoNorthShore LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-osterman/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluemoonchicagonorthshore/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluemoonestatesalechgons   Trinetter Sims-Rainey Links: 630-636-6808 tsims-rainey@bluemoonestatesales.com Website: https://bluemoonestatesales.com/naperville-il/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trinetter-rainey-9a001a190/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bmes-naperville7209 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluemoonestatesalesnaperville/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluemoonnapervill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlueMoonNaperville     Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio https://brightvoxaudio.com/ Edited by: Michael Collins #shannonandjasminehomes #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #MoveConfidently #estatesales #bluemoonestatesales #downsizing #seniortransitions #realestateresources #estateliquidation

    28 min
  7. Vertigo Revisited: What’s Changed, What Works, and What Doesn’t — Dr. Greg Gerstin Returns

    JAN 7

    Vertigo Revisited: What’s Changed, What Works, and What Doesn’t — Dr. Greg Gerstin Returns

    Dr. Gregg Gerstin is the Lead Chiropractor at Align Wellness Center in Northbrook, Illinois, where he has been serving the North Shore community for over 18 years. Advanced Certified in Chiropractic Biophysics (CBP), Dr. Gregg brings a deep understanding of movement and spinal health, holding a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology from the University of Michigan, where he also worked as a student athletic trainer. His passion lies in identifying and correcting spinal deformities and the underlying blockages that prevent the body from healing. As a certified Scolibrace provider, Dr. Gregg offers advanced, three-dimensional solutions for scoliosis, hyper-kyphosis, and complex spinal issues—while emphasizing early detection and prevention. He joins us today to discuss chiropractic care across the lifespan and how optimizing spinal health supports overall wellness. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts:  Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/   Links: (847) 564-9500 info@alignwc.com Website: https://alignwc.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552591505221 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alignwc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregggerstin     Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio https://brightvoxaudio.com/ Edited by: Michael Collins #shannonandjasminehomes #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #MoveConfidently #chiropracticcare #alignwellnesscenter #spinalhealth #holisticwellness #scoliosisawareness #northshorewellness

    28 min
  8. A Counselor's Guide to Whole-Body Wellness

    12/31/2025

    A Counselor's Guide to Whole-Body Wellness

    Carolyn Collins is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Board Certified Art Therapist, Health Coach, and the Founder of Be Healthy Within, a wellness company dedicated to promoting mental health awareness, cultivating a growth mindset, and deepening connections to self and others. Using a whole-body, integrative approach, Carolyn helps individuals find balance by fostering self-awareness, acceptance, and meaningful, lasting change. Her work is grounded in the belief that when we strengthen our connection to ourselves, we create a foundation for healthier relationships and a more connected world. A mother of four and deeply rooted in family and community, Carolyn understands firsthand how personal well-being creates a powerful ripple effect. She joins us today to share insights on mental wellness, intentional living, and how holistic health supports stronger families and communities. Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me… Hosts:  Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/   Links: carolyn@behealthywithin.com Website: http://www.behealthywithin.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeHealthyWithin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behealthywithin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-collins-ab008959/       Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio https://brightvoxaudio.com/ Edited by: Michael Collins #shannonandjasminehomes #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #bhhs_chicago #bhhschicago_lakeforest #MoveConfidently #mentalhealthawareness #arttherapy #holisticwellness #healthcoach #behealthywithin

    28 min
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Welcome to "HELP! Nobody Told Me..." where we navigate life's transitions with heart and humor. Learn with hosts Jasmine Shapiro and Shannon Johnson, Chicagoland REALTORS® and Senior Real Estate Specialists® with BHHSChicago. Join us as we delve into the world of real estate at different stages of life with an eye on your future, guided by our team including Mindy Leonard, SOS- Super Organized Spaces, a home organizer, and Jordan Kagan, The Man of Silver, specializing in sterling silver, precious metals, coins and watches. In each episode, we'll bring you insightful interviews with various guests to help you plan for the future, whether it's your own, your parents' or anyone else in your life. From practical advice on navigating real estate transactions to discussions about the emotions that accompany change, we're here to empower and educate you on how to handle the next chapter. Subscribe and follow wherever you get your podcasts and learn what you need to plan for today!

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  • Creator
    Jasmine Shapiro & Shannon Johnson
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    86
  • Rating
    Clean
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