Dumpster Diving with Janice & Jane Podcast

After a brief hiatus we're back and digging into Ageism in the workplace. Jane shares her real-time challenges, and, of course, it made perfect sense to us to share what we've learned with you!

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Catch up with Janice & Jane while we explore how relationships evolve when parenting adult children and the challenges of finding the right balance between offering guidance and respecting independen…

Join us as we explore grief, privacy, and social media’s impact on personal sharing. We discuss our recent experiences of losing a pet and the complexities of choosing what to share or keep private i…

It's been a minute so we're catching up after what feels like the longest January in hisory. We explore the importance of self-care, the pressures of societal expectations, and the healing power of n…

Navigating the start of 2025, we explore themes of community, intention, and the complexity of motivation in setting goals. Emphasizing the shift from a ‘have-to' mindset to a ‘get-to’ approach, we d…

This holiday episode dives into the humorous and awkward moments that often accompany family gatherings, exploring the concept of the "ick" and the importance of setting boundaries. Janice and Jane s…

As we celebrate our 50th episode, we express our heartfelt gratitude for the journey of growth and self-discovery. Joined by our esteemed guest, JP Reynolds, we delve into the essence of self-awarene…

What does it mean to truly appreciate the charming chaos of life’s unexpected moments? From the triumphant saga of finally squeezing two cars into our garage after six long years to the ghoulishly fu…

We didn't even know November 11 was a "thing"....at least not beyond the obvious Veterans Day holiday! In this episode we’re peeling back the mystical layers surrounding this date and its potential f…

The stakes are high when it comes to elections, and this short episode is all about unpacking and sharing our voting intentions and the qualities we demand in leaders. Whether it’s the local election…

We are catching up on ALL of the things from Halloween prep to wedding coverage.  Wedding talk leads us to a narrative opens up a conversation on the complexities of blended families and the emotiona…

Is it possible that the pressures of daily life are silently impacting your mental health? Join us on a heartfelt journey as we return from our hiatus, sharing personal stories and insights into ment…

Summer is OVER friends and we are feeling the relief and yet craziness of Fall! Let's get all caught up and then play another round of "Reddit Roulette!" We are so excited to consider REAL issues sub…

Ever wondered how your upbringing influences your parenting style?

This episode takes a deep dive into the challenges and strategies of teaching teens responsibility and efficiency. Janice and Jane sh…

We are jumping feet first right into the fray! So often our friends and family call on us for advice and, well, why should they be on the only ones??  We want your stories, your questions, your real-…

Can managing teenagers during summer break really be a joyful experience? We kick off the summer (after a brief hiatus) of "Dumpster Diving with Janice and Jane" by sharing the pandemonium and side-s…

In today's episode we cast our spotlight on mental health. We're breaking down the walls surrounding mental health awareness, particularly for TEENS and WOMEN, and challenging the notion that adults …

The month we celebrate moms seems like the perfect time to address the complexities of step-parenting in blended families, a subject close to both our hearts as stepmoms. This episode unearths the re…

We bet you have totally wondered how we decide what topics to tackle from week to week and month to month....right??

We got you! It's time for a look behind the scenes at the crazy that happens as we'…