In My Hometown

Jamie Stein

The conversations we’re actually having. Asking the questions we’re all thinking. In My Hometown with Jamie Stein is about life, health, culture and everything we’re talking about after 40. Former reporter and comms executive Jamie Stein sits down with experts, fascinating people and friends for candid conversations about the things that matter right now — from health and family to relationships, empty nests, reinvention, second acts and the stories everyone is talking about. With curiosity, candor and a sense of fun, Jamie gets into the topics on our minds— and isn’t afraid to take the conversation somewhere unexpected. New episodes every week. 

  1. 4d ago

    The Cornell 7, Consent & What We're Talking About After 40

    What are we teaching our sons and daughters about consent? And who’s secretly getting Botox? Food, family and culture writer Pamela Rothbard is back with Jamie Stein for another candid, funny and provocative conversation about the stories everyone’s talking about. This week: The Cornell 7 case: Sexual assault allegations, consent, accountability and the conversations parents should be having with their sons and daughters.The Caleb Flynn murder case: The disturbing details, the alleged motive and why people don’t just leave unhappy marriages.Botox and beauty secrets: Who’s getting Botox and keeping it a secret? Plus thinning hair, disappearing eyelashes and taking fashion advice from our daughters.It’s a little true crime, a little beauty and a lot of opinions—the kind of conversation you’d have with your girlfriends. In My Hometown with Jamie Stein explores life, health, culture, relationships and everything we’re talking about after 40. Subscribe and join the conversation!  #Cornell7 #CalebFlynn #Consent #Botox #InMyHometown

  2. Sep 29

    Motherhood After They Leave: Empty Nest, Identity & Letting Go | Dr. Joann Finkelstein

    We spend nearly two decades raising our kids to become independent—and then they do exactly what they’re supposed to do: they leave. So why can the empty nest feel so destabilizing? Clinical psychologist Dr. Joann Finkelstein, and author of Sexism and Sensibility, joins Jamie Stein to talk about the transition no one really prepares parents for: what happens to us when our kids don’t need us in the same way anymore. Jamie and Joann get into the grief that can come with an empty nest—even when you’re thrilled for your kids—the loss and evolution of our identity as mothers, and the question so many of us suddenly find ourselves asking: What’s my job now? They also talk about how to raise confident, independent girls in a world where sexism hasn’t disappeared—and how our instinct to jump in and solve every problem can sometimes get in the way of building their agency and confidence. Joann shares what subtle sexism can look like, why girls may internalize it without realizing it, and what parents can do differently. It’s a conversation about raising girls, letting go, staying connected and figuring out who we are in this next chapter. In My Hometown with Jamie Stein — conversations about life, health, culture and everything we’re talking about after 40.

  3. Sep 15

    Empty Nest, Lindsay Clancy & What We’re Talking About After 40

    Empty nest. A new normal. The Lindsay Clancy case. And the TV shows and pop culture we can’t stop talking about. Family, food and culture writer Pamela Rothbard joins Jamie Stein to get into what’s been on their minds lately—and what a lot of us are talking about after 40. In this episode: • The reality of the empty nest: The unexpected mix of freedom and loss when the kids leave—and figuring out who you are when active parenting changes. • The Lindsay Clancy case: The difficult questions around mental illness, accountability and motherhood. • What we’re watching and talking about: The TV, pop culture and stories Jamie and Pamela can’t stop following. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introduction & Catching Up with Pamela 00:40 - The Emotional Reality of Empty Nesting  03:04 - Dreading the Transition vs. the Reality 04:20 - Empty Rooms & Quiet Houses 06:30 - Coping Strategies: Friends, Activities & Routine 07:45 - First Empty Nest Getaways (South Dakota & Deadwood) 13:16 - Grieving Family Milestones in Increments 15:48 - The Lindsay Clancy Case: Why Is It So Dividing? 17:10 - Postpartum Depression, Psychosis & Media Obsession 20:02 - The Insanity Defense & Legal Questions 22:00 - Public Theories vs. The Evidence 24:34 - The Insanity Defense & Comparisons (Andrea Yates & Nick Reiner) 26:12 - Media Consumption, Algorithms & Misinformation 28:38 - What’s on Our Feeds: Brain Health, Fashion & College Rush 34:05 - The Mount Rushmore of All-Time Favorite TV Shows 37:40 - Wrapping Up & Final Thoughts From the serious to the fun, it’s a conversation about the things we’re thinking about, talking about and figuring out after 40. Follow In My Hometown so you don’t miss the next conversation.

  4. Aug 11

    The College Health Risks Parents Aren’t Talking About | Dr. Jill, The College Doc

    You worry about your kid’s grades, their roommate, whether they’ll make friends and if they’ll call home. But what should you really be worried about?  Dr. Jill Grimes — aka The College Doc and author of The Ultimate College Student Health Handbook — joins Jamie and Pascal for a revealing conversation about the things parents should be thinking about before their kids leave home — including some you may never have considered. Why should every college student have Narcan? What should your kid know about drinking and blackouts? Safe sex and STIs? Mental health and homesickness? What belongs in a dorm medicine kit? And when something does go wrong, will they know what to do when you’re not there? From the risks parents tend to focus on to the ones that may actually matter more, Dr. Jill gets real about college health and safety today — and the conversations worth having before move-in day. Whether you’re sending your first kid to college or your last, this is one conversation every college parent should hear. In My Hometown with Jamie & Pascal — real conversations about life, love and everything we’re talking about after 50. CHAPTERS 0:00 Sending your kid to college? Start here.  2:42 The "2 a.m. Plan": Essential safety agreements  4:22 Understanding "Blackout Culture" & legal risks  7:05 Real talk about sex and STIs on campus  14:50 Protecting fertility: Why testing matters  16:05 The truth about birth control timing & IUDs  22:21 Building the ultimate dorm medical kit 24:51 Narcan: No Cap (How to save a life) 30:00 Dorm room hacks: From rehydration to hygiene  35:10 Understanding medication mix-ups (Tylenol & Pseudoephedrine)  37:05 Homesickness vs. Mental Health: Red flags for parents  42:15 Adulting 101: Insurance cards & talking to doctors  46:10 The biggest mistakes parents make before drop-off

  5. Aug 4

    Joan Vassos: The First (and Only) Golden Bachelorette on Love, Midlife & Family

    Millions of viewers watched Joan Vassos make history as the first—and so far only—Golden Bachelorette. But the experience didn’t just change her love life—it changed her life. In this episode of In My Hometown, Joan joins Jamie Stein and Pascal for a candid conversation about finding love later in life, family, grief, resilience, and what it’s really been like since the cameras stopped rolling. Joan reflects on her journey from widow and mother to becoming the first Golden Bachelorette, how the experience has shaped her life today, and where things stand with Chock. She also reunites with Pascal for a heartfelt conversation, sharing thoughts they never had the chance to express after their time together on the show. Whether you’re a longtime Bachelor Nation fan or simply navigating your own next chapter, this episode is an honest conversation about embracing change, finding joy again, and believing it’s never too late for a fresh start. In this episode: • Making history as the first—and only—Golden Bachelorette • How the experience changed Joan’s life • Life today with Chock • Love, family, grief, and new beginnings • Joan and Pascal’s candid reunion • What’s next for Joan CHAPTERS 0:00 - Introduction: America's First Golden Bachelorette  0:45 - Joan's Life Before Reality TV: From Shy Programmer to Public Eye  1:35 - The Two Glasses of Wine Story: How Joan Ended Up on The Bachelor  4:28 - Reflecting on the "Purity" of Initial Seasons  6:04 - Joan's One-on-One Date with Gerry & The "Bachelor Bubble"  9:19 - Life After Leaving the Mansion & Staying in Touch with Fellow Contestants  11:34 - Becoming the Lead: The Pressure of the Franchise  13:54 - Night One: First Impressions and the Jordan Incident  17:02 - The Final Four: Immediate Connections and Memorable Entrances  20:09 - Why the Lead is Just One Part of the Show  21:35 - Analyzing Other Seasons: Authenticity and Vulnerability on Camera  24:29 - The Future of the Franchise: Competition and Social Media Influence  31:13 - Purity vs. The Influencer Era 34:25 - Pascal's Unsaid Truths: Why He Really Left 36:27 - Joan's Take: Flexibility, Family, and Second Homes 39:28 - Life with Chock: The Reality of Long-Distance Love  42:04 - Navigating Expectations: Engagement vs. Commitment  44:01 - The Leap of Faith: Getting to Know Chock After the Show  48:20 - Advice for Women: Gratitude, Exhaustion, and Finding Joy  51:56 - Moving Forward: Loving More Than One Person

  6. Jul 28

    The Secret Family Just 6 Miles Away Part 2 | Mike Zimmerman Returns

    After Part 1, one thing became clear: the conversation wasn’t over. The response to Mike Zimmerman’s story was unlike anything we’d seen. Audience questions challenged assumptions, explored the emotional impact of his discovery, and made us realize there was much more to discuss. So we invited Mike back. In Part 2, author Mike Zimmerman returns to answer the questions our audience couldn’t stop asking after sharing the remarkable true story behind his memoir, Suburban Bigamy: 6 Miles Between Truth & Deceit. Why didn’t he confront his father sooner? How did one man successfully maintain two families just six miles apart for decades? What happened when the two families finally crossed paths? And if Mike had never uncovered the truth before his father’s death, would he have ever found peace? This conversation goes beyond the shocking revelation. It’s about family, identity, forgiveness, resilience, and what happens when everything you thought you knew about your past suddenly changes. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, we recommend starting there first. In My Hometown, hosted by Jamie Stein and Pascal, features weekly conversations about life, love, relationships, health, culture, and everything we’re talking about after 40.

  7. Jul 14

    Is Modern Dating Broken? Here’s What Actually Works with Bela Gandhi

    Modern dating can feel more complicated than ever—but does it have to be? Relationship expert and Smart Dating Academy founder Bela Gandhi doesn't think so!  She joins Jamie Stein and Pascal to talk about what really works when it comes to finding love after 40. From dating apps and first dates to unrealistic expectations, attraction, and relationship-ready partners, Bela shares practical advice for navigating today’s dating world with more confidence and less frustration. Plus, Bela puts Pascal’s dating truths to the test, weighing in on where she agrees—and where she thinks he might have it wrong. Whether you’re divorced, widowed, newly single, or simply wondering if lasting love is still possible, this episode is full of practical advice, surprising insights, and plenty of laughs. In this episode: Why dating feels harder than everThe biggest mistakes people make when looking for loveDating apps vs. meeting people in real lifeGreen flags, red flags, and deal breakers

  8. Jul 7

    Nancy Guthrie Case Update & Inside NewsNation’s Missing Persons Series with Marni Hughes

    The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie has captured national attention. But for NewsNation anchor Marni Hughes, her case is part of a much bigger mission: shining a light on missing persons cases that too often fly under the radar. Marni joins Jamie and Pascal to share the latest developments in the Nancy Guthrie case and take us inside NewsNation’s “Missing” series. She opens up about why this work has become so important to her, the cases and families that have stayed with her, and what she has learned from sitting across from people living with unimaginable uncertainty. Can media attention actually help bring someone home? Why do some missing persons cases become national stories while others struggle to be seen? And what happens when the headlines fade but families are still searching? It’s a powerful conversation—and a reminder of the persistence, hope, and difference we can make by keeping these stories alive. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro: Meeting Marni Hughes  00:35 - Nancy Guthrie Case: The Latest Updates  02:54 - The Ransom Note Controversy & FBI Retraction  05:54 - $1 Million Reward & The Guthrie Family Power  08:02 - Behind the Scenes: Reporting from Arizona  09:32 - Targeted? The Role of Notoriety & TMZ  13:35 - Amy Hilyard: The Oakland Coffee Shop Owner Case  17:15 - The Reality of Adult Disappearances & Mental Health  19:43 - Ally Lowitzer: A 16-Year Mystery Revisited  22:51 - The Scale of Missing Persons in the USA  23:51 - Success Stories: How NewsNation Found a Trafficked Teen  26:06 - International Cases: Jimmy Gracey in Barcelona  28:08 - Danger Abroad & The "Invincibility" of Youth  31:26 - James Weston Higginbotham: The Search in Japan  34:10 - The Toll of Reporting on Tragedy  36:52 - Expert Advice: What to do if a Loved One Goes Missing  37:56 - Inside Crime Con: The True Crime Community  40:48 - Cold Cases vs. Active Investigations  42:19 - The Future of DNA & Genetic Genealogy  45:51 - The Legacy of Gabby Petito & The Missing Series  47:04 - Outro: Final Thoughts with Marni Hughes

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The conversations we’re actually having. Asking the questions we’re all thinking. In My Hometown with Jamie Stein is about life, health, culture and everything we’re talking about after 40. Former reporter and comms executive Jamie Stein sits down with experts, fascinating people and friends for candid conversations about the things that matter right now — from health and family to relationships, empty nests, reinvention, second acts and the stories everyone is talking about. With curiosity, candor and a sense of fun, Jamie gets into the topics on our minds— and isn’t afraid to take the conversation somewhere unexpected. New episodes every week. 

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  • Creator
    Jamie Stein
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    56
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 In My Hometown
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    In My Hometown

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