The Jen Z Podcast

So much fun having my cousin Lea Bacci on the podcast! Like many of us, Covid sparked a need for Lea to do more to help others, so she started an Instagram account called @just_a_girl1978 where she started sharing insights and ideas about the everyday struggles we all face to balance family, job, personal growth and just getting through life on the daily.

Lea wears many hats, but she is a caretaker in all of them: wife, mom, daughter, friend and public health professional. In this episode, we talk about the importance of self care and activating auto-pilot when dealing with aging parents, demanding kids, as well as prioritizing relationships and managing your career.

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It was a pleasure to have Takoma Park’s very own Seth Cook on the podcast. He’s co-owner of Takoma Bev Co song with his cousin Chris Brown, and is the man behind the wine menu for Zinnia and Motorkat. He’s a world traveler who loves how a great beverage or cocktail brings people together. Amazingly enough, Seth is also principal Tuba/Cimbasso of the Kennedy Center Opera House.  He’s all about great sips and beautiful sounds! Follow Takoma Bev Co. on IG to stay in the loop about upcoming events @takomabevco. Be sure to check out @motorkattakoma and @eatinnia too! And if you want to hear Seth in action, follow @kcohomuscicians.

This episode is brought to you by my fabulous sponsors Hips & Grips. 

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The first Ladies Jiu Jitsu Jam was awesome, with more than 80 amazing females on the mat! That wouldn’t have been possible without my friend and perfect training partner, Maia Matalon. She’s definitely someone I want you to get to know on a deeper level: She is a mom, stepmom, badass BJJ black belt and helps run High Noon BJJ in Virginia with her partner Tim Dawson. Maia also worked for several years as a firefighter and paramedic. I look up to her as a jiu jitsu mentor and am grateful to call her my friend. Follow Maia on IG @maiamatalon, High Noon @highnoonbjj and of course give Ladies Jiu Jitsu Jam a follow @ladiesjiujitsujam. 

This episode is brought to you by my fabulous sponsors Hips & Grips. 

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This past year, our school had a big influx of college students from the University of Maryland. One of them, Chris Giuditta, is also the owner of Ono Bowls Food Truck. Chris has been great to train with on the mats, but as he graduates and moves onto a career in finance, I had to interview him about becoming an entrepreneur at the age of 17. Learn all about how he and his friend started an acai food truck business in New Jersey, and how they have kept it going. Chris is super charismatic, smart and a hard worker. This kid is definitely going places. I mean, acai and BJJ are like two peas in a pod! Check out how you can book his food truck for catering and everything they have to offer @onobowlsfoodtruck on IG. 

This episode is brought to you by my fabulous sponsors Hips & Grips.

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My dear friend Mary Lou Costabile, aka Miscellaneous Magic, is back on the podcast. This time she is interviewing me!!! As Mary Lou is making some shifts in her career, she wanted to ask me how I did it when I made the transition from full time beauty to fitness, wellness & BJJ. This was so much fun and great to take a hosting break. Hope you enjoy hearing about my journey. Great job Mary Lou! Mary Lou is a Hair Stylist, Intuitive Reader, Reiki Master and Certified Life Coach. Be sure to follow her on IG @miscellaneous_magic22 for all her energy updates.

This episode is brought to you by my fabulous sponsors Hips & Grips.

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My friend and fellow Capital MMA teammate, BJ Ketchem, joins me to share how he made the decision to give up $27,000 a year in pursuit of his own happiness. Is money really worth it if it costs you your quality of life? We have a great conversation reflecting on his choice, talking about life, health, mindset & jiu jitsu of course. BJ is a teacher but is also an amazing strength & conditioning coach. He has been an athlete all his life and loves helping others achieve their goals. He is passionate, encouraging and just all-around good people. To learn how you can work with BJ and see some of his coaching tips follow him on IG @the_forged_athletics. 

This episode is brought to you by my fabulous sponsors Hips & Grips.

Check out their amazing jiu-jitsu & climbing camps at @hipsnadgripsbjjcamps

Get 10% off your next Hips & Grips registration when you use code JENZ.

One of the most common questions my clients ask me or one of their biggest struggles is that they just don’t have time for themselves. With work, family, life and all the hustle, they come last. In this episode I give you some of my tips and tricks to fit in that self-care time baby! Check out my new Patreon channel for my content @allthingsjenz. 

This episode is brought to you by my fabulous sponsors Hips & Grips.

Check out their amazing jiu-jitsu & climbing camps at https://www.hipsandgripscamps.com/. 

Get 10% off your next Hips & Grips registration when you use code JENZ.

I am really excited to have my friends Lena Blitstein & Samantha Shapiro on this week’s episode. They are the business-owner fashionista sisters of Enaz Boutiques, located throughout the Illinois Northshore. Missing from the episode but completing the fabulous sister trio is Melinda Kaplan. Enaz began when their mom, Susan Lurie, started creating custom pieces in a tiny downtown Highland Park, IL storefront. Thirty years later they have four locations: the original in HP, as well as Lake Forest, Northfield & Chicago’s hip Bucktown neighborhood. The clothing and accessories they carry are awesome – fun, functional and flirty all at once! – and the story of their success is truly inspiring. Plus, these sisters share a good dose of fashion sense and some lowdown on the latest spring trends. Follow Enaz @enazboutique for their weekly fashion insights and keep up with what’s new. You can also check out their website and order online! 

This episode is brought to you by my fabulous sponsors Hips & Grips.

Check out their amazing jiu-jitsu & climbing camps at @hipsandgripsbjjcamps.

Get 10% off your next Hips & Grips registration when you use code JENZ.

This one is a solo episode with me! I figured it would be great to come on and fill you in about all the exciting new things happening in the Jen Z World and give you updates on new services I am offering. My mission is always to help you become Energized & Empowered to live YOUR best life! Follow me on IG @allthingsjenz to stay in the loop! And if you are new to my page drop me a line to introduce yourself:)

This episode is brought to you by my fabulous sponsors Hips & Grips.

Check out their amazing jiu-jitsu & climbing camps at @hipsandgripsbjjcamps.

Get 10% off your next Hips & Grips registration when you use code JENZ.

Dr. Veronica Kacherova is amazing! I’ve always wanted to have an Optometrist on my podcast, and no, not just because I’m obsessed with frames;) Eye health is so important, especially with the amount of time we spend on screen these days. Dr. V gave so many great tips from what supplements to use for better eye health, the 20/20/20 rule to give your eyes a break during extended screen time to how old you should start getting eye exams and how often! She recently opened her practice Expert Family Eye Care in Lincolnshire, Illinois. But no matter where you live you want to follow them on IG @expert_family_eyecare to stay updated on what’s new in the world of vision, and yes, that includes cute frames too!

This episode is brought to you by my fabulous sponsors Hips & Grips.

Check out their amazing jiu-jitsu & climbing camps at https://www.hipsandgripscamps.com/. 

Get 10% off your next Hips & Grips registration when you use code JENZ.