Ronni and Jennie: Conversations on Recovery from Childhood Trauma and Abuse
Ronni and Jennie are sisters who were not supposed to be friends. They grew up in a home with addiction, abuse, and untreated mental illness, which generated dysfunctional dynamics that often pitted them against each other. Miraculously, they came together in adulthood to help each other heal. Now, drawing on their personal and professional experiences, they are telling their story to help others recover from childhood trauma and abuse, and to help them mend their own sibling relationships. They invite you to join them in this healing conversation. Please feel free to share your own experiences, or ask questions, via their website: www.ronniandjennie.com (other free content is also available there), or follow them on Instagram: @ronni_and_jennie.
Ronni Tichenor is Professor Emeritus of Sociology at State University of New York--Polytechnic Institute, specializing in family studies; Jennie Weaver is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years' experience in family practice and mental health. They detail their story in their book, Healing Begins with Us: Breaking the Cycle of Trauma and Abuse and Rebuilding the Sibling Bond.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 27 minutes
- Episodes
- 127
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Somebody Read Our Book!
One of Jennie’s childhood friends, who has read their book, recently visited and Jennie had a chance to talk to her about how it impacted her.
Do We Really Want People to Read Our Book??
Now that their book is out, Ronni and Jennie reflect on what it feels like to share the big news with everyone, and to know that people are reading it.
Ronni Lives With Anxiety, Too
In their first season, Jennie shared about her struggles with anxiety and depression. As part of writing the book, Ronni realized that she has been living with anxiety, too—all of her l…
We are Ronni and Jennie!
As Ronni and Jennie transition from being the "Heart and SoulSisters" to being simply "Ronni and Jennie," they are engaged in a number of projects to broaden the reach of their message,…
Our Book is Done!
In this first episode of Season 3, Ronni and Jennie share the exciting news that they have finished their book, in which they tell the story of their childhood (including the abuse, add…
Time For A Reboot!
As Ronni and Jennie come to the end of their second season of podcasting and are finishing their first book manuscript, they talk about what is next for them.
Kripalu and Omega: Places of Profound Learning and Healing
In this episode, Ronni and Jennie talk about places that have nourished them and brought them in contact with like-minded souls--all of which have enhanced their healing.
Oprah, Dr. Perry, and "What Happened to You?
Ronni and Jennie discuss Oprah’s powerful reframing of the question most people ask of children who are troubled: What’s the matter with you?? What we really need to know is “what happ…
Oprah, Prince Harry, and "The Me You Can't See"
For decades, Oprah has worked to raise awareness around childhood trauma and illuminate paths to healing. In this week’s podcast, Ronni and Jennie talk about her project with Prince Har…
Matt Kahn, Part II: The Universe Always Has a Plan
Ronni and Jennie devote another podcast to Matt Kahn’s latest book, with ten “rules” to live by, including their favorite: “You did nothing wrong.”
Ainslie MacLeod and Past Life Healing
Ainslie MacLeod is able to connect with his Spirit Guides to provide insights from past lives that can bring profound healing in this one. Ronni and Jennie talk about how they have bene…
The Loving Presence of Matt Kahn
Ronni and Jennie discuss Matt Kahn’s books: “Whatever Arises, Love That” and “Everything is Here to Help You.” Both contain powerful lessons about cultivating self-love and finding peac…
Don Miguel Ruiz and "The Four Agreements"
In this short but delightful book, Don Miguel Ruiz shares the wisdom of the Toltec people, and the four simple practices that anyone can use to follow a peaceful and spiritual path. In …
Karla McLaren and "The Language of Emotions"
Emotions have so much to teach us, even feelings like anger and depression. Ronni and Jennie talk about Karla McLaren’s effort to help us decode our emotions to benefit our healing.
Glennon Doyle and "Untamed"
Ronni and Jennie love Glennon’s authenticity and find a number of parallels between her journey and theirs.
Dana Wilde and "Train Your Brain"
Dana’s work typically speaks directly to people looking to expand (market) a business, but Ronni and Jennie see her work as having broader applicability for how to work with your streng…
Getting It Right (Or, The Shame of Getting It "Wrong")
Creating these podcasts continue to bring up more opportunities for healing. This week Ronni and Jennie explore the need to “get it right” and the issues that drive this need for them.
Abraham Hicks and The Law of Attraction
Ronni and Jennie have enjoyed the books of Abraham Hicks (channeled via Esther Hicks) and the insights from them about creating the lives they want while allowing others the freedom to …
Being Alone, Feeling Isolated
Jennie experienced a loss as this week’s episode was recorded, which triggered feelings of being alone and isolated. Ronni and Jennie talk about how they have navigated these feelings …
Brian Weiss and the Impact of Past Lives
Brian Weiss’ books contain fascinating stories about how past life experiences can have an impact on us now, and how we reincarnate again and again with souls in our “family.” Ronni an…