Optimistically Overwhelmed

Jamie & DeDe are continuing the topic of staying healthy and/or being our best selves, and this episode's focus is on mental health. And as luck would have it, the ladies have an Academy award-winning actor on the podcast today! Can you believe it?! Okay, so full disclosure here, this person isn't technically (or even physically) on the podcast.. but Jamie was absolutely blown away by his powerful message and she is here sharing it with you & DeDe on today's episode. Out of the mind of the incredibly talented, Matthew McConaughey, comes the 13 truths to satisfaction in life. This episode could have been titled "Meet Matthew" but the ladies are saving that one for when he is on the podcast in the actual foreseeable future. #GOALS  Honestly though, this episode is just what we all need. Mental health is just as important as physical health, friends. So listen in for ways to get to know that real best friend of yours.. also known as, Y-O-U. We love to hear your feedback and see those 5 star reviews on iT

With the Holidays in full swing (DeDe's Christmas tree has been up for over a week now), Jamie & DeDe are starting to talk about all the things they are grateful for. And on part one of the series today, the ladies are talking about being grateful for their health. We only get this one body, so let's make sure we show our appreciation by taking care of it. And healthy is an outfit that looks different on everybody, friends. Jamie admits some of the recent changes she has made in order to be her best self while DeDe shares some amazing stories that have inspired her lately. So pop those earbuds in, and listen to this episode while getting in those 20,000 steps and some Vitamin D. Then give yourself a big pat on the back for making yourself a priority!  And if you have any extra love left, head on over to iTunes and leave us a 5 star review! Or give us a follow over on Instagram @dedeandjamie . Until next time, go shine bright!    

There are 7.7 billion people currently on the planet Earth. All of us different and unique in our own way. Jamie & DeDe are on a mission to convert every one of those 7.7 billion into peacemakers. And it all starts here, on today's episode.      The ladies are striving to put the phones down and start looking forward at the faces in front of them. Make eye contact, shoot the breeze with the person next to you in line, smile more, and bicker about our differences less. Life is about connection and DeDe and Jamie are sharing the cool research they have found behind all of this.  So, listen in friends! And our apologies to Dr. Laurie Santos from the Happiness Lab podcast. She actually is a professor at Yale, not Stanford, but both are equally impressive. Until next time, go shine bright!   

Gabe is here to remind all of us that ANYTHING is possible. He may have been born without arms and legs, but he is the true definition of limitless! He is a motivational speaker currently traveling around the country empowering and inspiring everyone he meets, and DeDe & Jamie were lucky enough to be able to get him on the podcast. He may be half their age, but this man is wise beyond his years. And Gabe's message is honestly so unbelievably beautiful. The ladies will never be the same! So, listen in friends! There is no doubt that Gabe will dance his way into your heart and motivate you to keep going on those impossible days. And if all else fails, stock up on some marshmallows! We hope you enjoy this episode, and if you did, please share it with a friend. And those 5 star reviews are always appreciated as well. Until next time, go shine bright and climb those mountains, Warriors!    

Friends, the days are long and the years are short. On today's episode, DeDe and Jamie are on the desperate search to find that balance in their lives! And what they have found is, balance is something you CREATE, not something you find. They are here to share some great tips and other amazing insights that are helping them stay balanced and centered on those overwhelming days. Which lately, seems to be any day that ends in "Y', right?! So, until you get those extra 24 hours in the day, listen to this episode to feel lighter and more motivated. You are not alone in the struggle, friends. Come laugh with us, and if you like what you hear.. share this show with a friend. And if you love what you hear, go "5 Star" us over on iTunes. We are so blessed for all the love and support we receive.. let's keep growing this tribe. Until then, go shine bright! 

DeDe & Jamie always dreamed of having Johnny on the podcast, and they can't believe the moment is finally here. Today you meet a true Warrior, friends! It has been said that you never know how strong you are until being strong is your only choice, and our guest today is a testament to that. Johnny is not only a hero who fought for our country, but he is a human being with an incredibly powerful lesson on forgiveness. A lesson about not letting the tragedies of our past shape our future, and the beauty that awaits when you learn to soften your heart.  You might want to keep the Kleenex nearby for this one, friends. This episode is filled to the brim with love and gratefulness, and some good laughs as well. So listen in, and make sure to drop a 5 star review if you love Johnny as much as we do!  

Everyone has felt it at some point. The fear, the worry and the doubt that can cripple us in our daily lives. Well, DeDe & Jamie are here to remind you that you are a WARRIOR! This episode is all about recognizing the strengths within each of us. Rather than letting fear control your life, you need to trust that intuition of yours and live your best life! Win or lose, excel or fail, life is about the journey, friends. And DeDe & Jamie are here to share personal stories that molded them in to the warriors they are today. Come join our tribe of warriors! DeDe and Jamie are here to rally around you and support you. Because you have got this, friends! Thanks for listening and please "5 Star" us over on iTunes if you like what you hear! Until next time, go shine bright!         

The microphones are powered up, and so are DeDe and Jamie on today's episode. It's been said before that happy people shine brighter, and the ladies could not agree more. They are here to break down times where they felt like their light was dimming, how social media and comparison was stealing their joy and how they have to make it a point, every day, to choose the light and shine on others. Know your worth, friends, own your own story and SHINE BRIGHT!  Jamie also shares another chapter in her life story for you, and you will never guess DeDe's reaction to it. This episode is full of laughs, full of heart and filled to the brim with light. So enjoy, friends! And if you like what you hear, share it with a friend! Until next time, thanks for all the love and support.  

DeDe & Jamie are beyond excited for today's episode! They are catching up with the hilarious, Mikey Day, writer and cast member on "Saturday Night Live"... and former high school pal. He is not only here for jokes (no worries because there are plenty of them) but he is also here to share a great message on perseverance and following your dreams. And how he keeps a thick skin and a positive mindset in the cut throat entertainment industry.  So, here is your weekly dose of belly laughs, friends! We hope you enjoy... and if you like what you hear, do us a favor and share it. Thank you as always for your support! Go shine bright!

Jamie and DeDe are sharing a very important message today about how to stay present in your daily lives. Fall is here, also known as DeDe's favorite season, and the ladies are talking about how to get the most out of whatever season of your life you are currently in. Jamie is currently in a period of transition and is breaking it all down for you on today's episode.. could her days of spinsterhood be numbered?!  But most of all, we hope you listen in to today's message and feel inspired to be more present in your days going forward. To be in the moment, with the people you are with. Whether that means going on a platonic date with your cousin's boyfriend and his son.. or getting to know your Trader Joe's cashier while you are buying 16 boxes of pumpkin bread mix before they sell out for the season. Life moves fast, friends. Be present and let's enjoy it while we can.  And thank you as always for the support and love! 

Well, friends, Summer is over and the ladies are SO excited to get back on the mic! They might have a catchy new jingle and a new introduction, but the Mom Machine and the Spinster are still here putting that pep in your step! And they are bringing some fantastic friends along with them. So stay tuned!  On this episode, DeDe & Jamie are sharing a message very near and dear to their hearts that has helped them find clarity and purpose in their daily lives. And Jamie shares the twist of fate behind this inspiration.  They also do a quick re-cap on their summer vacations. How is DeDe coping with the kids being back in school and her hubby back at work? Is Jamie still single? Has she been writing more chapters?! Listen in to find out, friends! And thank you for your patience during this Summer break, your love and support means the world! This tribe is truly incredible! 

Jamie, A.K.A. the Taylor Swift of Podcasts, is not holding back on today's episode. She is finally here to share some of her hilarious dating stories. Where the guys went wrong, where she went wrong, and where it was just all wrong, period. But this episode is more than just silly dating stories.. it's about reminding you that you are worth more. You are made for more. DeDe is sharing all her favorite quotes from superstar Rachel Hollis about this very same topic. So listen in, friends. This is the final episode before the ladies take their Summer Break, and it's a great one!  On a deeper note, DeDe and Jamie cannot say enough how blown away they are by the outpouring of love and positivity they have received since they started this podcast. They are excited to take this break to create new content and record lots more amazing episodes for all of you.. but in the meantime feel free to check in with the ladies on their Instagram or drop them an email over at dedeandjamie@gmail.com. And they also love those rev

Jamie is excited to have another single independent woman on the show.. Lindsay is here to share how she isn't giving up on love and how she stays optimistic until she swipes right on Mr. Right! This woman is so strong, friends. Not only because she does Cross Fit, but because not even cancer, depression or anxiety can keep her down. DeDe and Jamie were so honored to have her on to catch up on life and also laugh their butts off. She will have to come back to share some of her hilarious dating stories she shared with the girls off the mic.. but until then, listen in!  And the girls have an important announcement about their upcoming Summer break.. and how DeDe's perfectly planned out calendar just got turned upside down. Life is unpredictable, but we have to keep finding the joy, friends. It is out there. You just have to look. Have a great week! Go be brilliant! 

Here's the thing, friends. Life is dark and messy. It's complicated and full of lots of unexpected turns. But we cannot do this crazy ride alone. Bernie is here to share her story with DeDe and Jamie and to testify of the power of positive affirmations, of taking accountability, and most of all, inclusion. It truly takes a hodge podge of a tribe to survive out there in the world, and this woman is definitely the type of human you want in yours. She has fought through the darkness and is so full of light and lots of really great hugs. DeDe and Jamie loved every single second of the time they had with her. Do yourself a favor, honestly, and listen to this episode.  May we all be more like Bernie in our daily lives, and remember that today is a good day for a good day, friends. If you enjoyed this episode, we would love for you to leave a review. It helps us get the word out to more listeners. And as always, thanks for the love and support! It really means a lot to us!

This episode, it's just the Dynamic Duo in the studio. DeDe and Jamie are catching up on life and talking all things positivity. DeDe attended a parenting conference recently and she can't wait to share some of the amazing insights she learned. Unfortunately, we all know too well that there is no time machine on the market to give us another shot at raising kids, but today is a new day, friends. And DeDe is here to help all those parents going forward with all the knowledge she learned. Whether you have kids or no kids, you don't want to miss it!  And to top it all off, Jamie is back to explain why she just might need a husband after all, and what happened that caused her to sleep with a taser for a week. This episode is sure to brighten your day, so listen in! If you agree, head on over to iTunes and leave us a review. Have a great week, friends!

This episode is going to PUMP YOU UP! DeDe and Jamie are in the studio with Amber, founder of Biceps After Babies and host of the awesome podcast, Biceps After Babies Radio. Amber is incredibly knowledgable about all things health and fitness and she has the amazing muscles to prove it! But she is so much more than that. She helps women to be their best self and believes that self confidence has zero to do with your size and shape and everything to do with your inner dialogue. She breaks down the science behind stress eating and more effective ways we can combat those overwhelming feelings that we all know too well. DeDe and Jamie wish she could be on the podcast every day, she is such a positive, brilliant and motivational force and they are so blessed to have her join the tribe!  Be sure to check out Amber's podcast and give her a follow over on Instagram @biceps.after.babies , honestly, you will not regret it! Have a great week friends, and make sure to find some time for yourself! Oh, and don't forget to

In celebration of Mother's Day, DeDe and Jamie are so excited to finally get their most favorite women on the microphones, their moms! Julie is here to dish on what it was like to raise Jamie, the outspoken spinster, and things get a little heated! But she also shares how she keeps calm and carries on through all the hard times of raising kids, and all the joys of spoiling her grandkids. Then, DeDe serves up a double dose of mom love with her own mother, Peggy, and Robye, her mother-in-law. These incredible women are here to share each of their difficult journeys to motherhood and all the blessings that were in store for them along the way. And DeDe and Jamie are still beaming with pride with all the love and admiration they have for these three women.  Then, the episode gets wrapped up with all the heartwarming, hilarious and extremely relatable messages sent in from some of our listeners. DeDe and Jamie loved every message they received and were so blown away by the responses. Whether you are a mom, grandma

Jamie and DeDe are catching up with their pal, Rach, who they have known since their early teens. Back when you were cool if you had your own landline telephone in your room, and sending a DM meant passing handwritten notes in class. But like most of us, Rach has had her fair share of ups and downs since then.. and she is here to share her unbelievable journey. DeDe and Jamie were laughing one minute and on the edge of their seat the next. This is no Hollywood story, friends. This is real life. The good, the bad, the messy and the incredibly beautiful. (Chills and goosebumps are optional). We hope you enjoy this mini stroll down memory lane, with plenty of plot twists and sharp turns! If so, please rate and review the show. DeDe and Jamie appreciate the love and support very much! Until next time, friends... 

DeDe is head over heels for today's guest, Thomas. He is a Fire Captain and also happens to be her husband, so Jamie had a blast 'third wheeling' it with the lovebirds on this episode. Thomas is here to explain a guy's perspective on how he finds positivity in an extremely high-stress career, and how he was able to persevere and achieve his dreams when he felt like the odds were stacked against him. He also shares some key tips on how to prepare for an unexpected emergency.  So, buckle up, friends. Another great episode full of love, laughs and witty banter coming at ya! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review the show here on iTunes. And don't forget to send in those amazing Mom stories for our upcoming Mother's Day special. Until then, have a great week!   

"Opa!" DeDe and Jamie had the BEST time with Alexia! She had the ladies cracking up talking about how she snagged her handsome hubby and other hilarious stories about growing up in a big, giant Greek family. But seriously, this woman is amazing! She is juggling a million hats and is such a motivational force to those who know her. There is no denying this episode will have you laughing and brighten your day!  DeDe and Jamie are also sharing some exciting news happening in the next few weeks, go on over to @dedeandjamie on Instagram for more details. And do yourself a favor and go take a look at all the adorable clothes over at nickyandstella.com. Now go date your spouse, hug your mom, call your siblings, and remember family comes first! Thanks for all the love and support, friends.