GlowTalks by Jess — Season 3, Episode 1

What happens when the titles fall away… and you have to decide who you are without them?

In the Season 3 premiere of GlowTalks, Jess sits down with Jane Collins — retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, runway model, and philanthropist — for a powerful conversation about reinvention, resilience, and the courage to begin again.

After 28 years of military service — including volunteering for duty at the Pentagon Press Desk following 9/11 — Jane entered a new season of life. In the same week she lost her mother and stepped away from her nonprofit leadership, she found herself standing in a profound “void.” Instead of shrinking, she chose to start over — enrolling in an elite model camp at age 66 and discovering a new version of her glow.

Now, Jane is the founder of Seen by Jane, a mission dedicated to restoring dignity and confidence to women rebuilding their lives after incarceration through professional, wearable makeovers.

This episode explores:

• Why success doesn’t have to be linear
• How grief can become a doorway to purpose
• The power of beauty as an act of self-respect
• What it means to be truly seen in a new chapter

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late to start again — this conversation will remind you that your best season might still be ahead.

✨ Trust your timeline. Your glow is still blooming.

Feeling stuck between who you are and who you're becoming? This episode is for you.

Today on Glow Talks, we dive deep with Glory Barbaris—creative director, founder of Wildflower Hill Co, and living proof that life’s detours can become your destiny. Glory opens up about her childhood in Nigeria, the shock of moving to the U.S. at 16, building a long career in tech, losing that career, and rebuilding her life through creativity.

From modeling in Miami to rediscovering her purpose, Glory’s story is honest, inspiring, and full of wisdom for anyone navigating transition.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “behind,” questioned your path, or felt called to something more—this conversation will remind you that you’re exactly where you need to be.

Press play, get inspired, and remember: there’s no failure—only redirection.

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What really happens when you become a mom at 16? In this honest conversation, Amy Montoya shares her journey from teenage pregnancy and family pressure to building Empowered Mums, a nonprofit supporting young mothers.

She opens up about shame, financial struggles, college as a single mom, co-parenting challenges, and how she turned her pain into purpose.

A powerful story of resilience and empowerment.

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How do you lead a blended family of 9 with love, faith, and grace? In this powerful episode, Jess sits down with Ted & Jennifer Williamson to talk about marriage, raising teens, and healing from past trauma. From navigating grief and loss to rebuilding trust after divorce, this episode is full of practical wisdom and emotional depth.

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She’s a mom of 4 boys, a hairstylist, a woman of faith, and the founder of Abram James Hair Co. In this week’s episode, Renee Turner joins Jess for a down-to-earth conversation about entrepreneurship, marriage, and managing real-life motherhood.

They discuss:

• Haircare tips for women and men
• How to start a faith-rooted brand
• Navigating burnout while staying close to God

If you’re a woman juggling everything, you need to hear this episode.

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Grief doesn’t come with an expiration date. In this episode, Jess and Noelle Lacey dive into the heartbreak of loss, the challenge of blended family dynamics, and how worship became her anchor when she felt she had nothing left.

Whether you’ve lost someone, are walking alongside someone who has, or simply want to understand how faith and healing intersect — Noelle’s story is powerful, raw, and filled with hope.

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Feeling overwhelmed by college applications? This episode is your lifeline.

Jess Ernst is joined by Melissa Mendizabal, expert college counselor from Empowerly, who shares practical tips, key milestones, and real-life stories to help parents and teens navigate this journey with less stress and more confidence.

🎓 Whether you’re just starting high school or in the final application stretch, you’ll get insights that matter.

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 Tailored guidance to help you triumph over the college admissions process and spark the future of your dreams. 

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In this week’s GTWJ episode, Jess Ernst chats with Chef Paula McDade, the powerhouse behind Goldfinch Chef Services. With roots in Michelin-star kitchens and a new focus on nutrition and intentional eating, Paula opens up about her inspiring journey and the power of cooking with purpose.

🎯 Whether you're a food lover, wellness seeker, or looking for meal prep ideas—this episode is for you.

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Private Chef Services tailored to busy families, professionals, and corporate clients. 

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Ever wondered if your yard—or even your windowsill—could do more for you? 

In this episode of GlowTalks, Jess talks with Dane Hoover of Eden and Dane Permaculture Design about simple, practical ways to create a sustainable food source right where you live.

🌿 Learn how to start small, grow what you’ll actually eat, and even boost your property value.

🎥 For the full visual experience, we recommend watching this episode on our YouTube channel! You can also listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

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Landscape Design and Build + Cairns 

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This week on GlowTalks, Jess welcomes Lisa Lopez — a powerful woman with a testimony of pain, growth, and healing. Together, they explore how to break free from past wounds, overcome fear, and rebuild purpose from the inside out.

Lisa gets real about her emotional healing journey, letting go of control, and learning to trust again. If you’ve ever struggled with feeling stuck, lost, or broken — this conversation is for you.

🎥 We highly recommend watching the full episode on our YouTube channel for the full experience and visuals.

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