Refined & Unhinged

Wired Different & Laughing Together: Our first sofa chat

In this episode, Ali & Jen have their first official at-home sofa chat. They laugh about how differently they are wired and share some funny stories like the time when they ended up on another kind of sofa with a therapist to mediate. From dealing with Sensory Processing Disorder, to sneaking home to read before Work From Home was a thing to read, you’ll learn a lot about what makes them tick.
Ali takes you through some highlights in the book she’s currently reading, Fortytude by Sarah Brokaw, a book that was handed down to her by Jen. A great read for anyone in their mid 30’s looking to approach aging with authenticity, courage, and grace. Ali shares some favorite excerpts including finding grounding in situations out of your control, acknowledging imposters syndrome, and a practical exercise for shifting your mindset with regard to body image issues. 
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POV: You’re Killing It… Until It’s Killing You, Perspectives with Allison Tibbs

Wellness coach for high achieving women, Allison Tibbs of Nourished Life, shares her powerful journey through three life-changing moments that transformed her approach to self-care and success. From building a thriving business as a top Tonal coach, saying yes to every opportunity and seemingly living her dream life, to watching it all slip away, Allison learned that slowing down isn't optional—it's essential. She teaches us a gut punching lesson…your body will force you to slow down if you don’t do it yourself. 
Allison now helps high-achieving women build sustainable wellness practices before life forces them to with her business Nourished Life. Tune in for an honest conversation about hustle culture, burnout, and the non-negotiable nature of taking care of yourself first.
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Friendship Isn’t Effortless (Especially When Everyone’s ‘Booked and Busy’)

Let's get candid! Ali and Jen dive deep into the unique struggles women face when building authentic friendships in adulthood. They explore the vulnerability required for genuine connection, share their friendship pet peeves, and share personal stories from all stages of life. 
This discussion offers practical insights for women seeking deeper community connections, emphasizing the importance of emotional labor, mutual effort, and creating safe spaces for vulnerability. The conversation highlights essential themes for modern women: setting healthy boundaries in friendships, navigating different life stages within friend groups, and the courage required to initiate and maintain meaningful relationships. 
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Sips & Slips: Our Stories of Drinking, Moderation & Messy Moments

In this episode of Refined & Unhinged, hosts Ali Stricklin and Jen Dryden Hess get real about their personal journeys with alcohol, addiction, and self-awareness. Through unfiltered stories, they open up about their family history with alcohol, how it’s shaped their social habits, and the hard (and hilarious) lessons they’ve learned along the way.
Ali reflects on growing up around addiction and how that informed her own patterns with drinking — from party culture to moments of embarrassment and wake-up calls. Jen shares her own perspective on generational drinking habits, and the two dive into what it really means to drink in moderation, explore sobriety-curiosity, and start making more intentional choices.
 
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Outrunning Expectations & Rewildin' the Soul with Guest Monique Lecomte

In this engaging conversation, friend & guest, Monique Lecomte shares her transformative journey from a challenging childhood in rural Alabama to becoming a successful speaker, coach, and new author of The Expert Generalist - An Unpaved Road to Leadership. She discusses the importance of resilience, the value of mentorship, and the necessity of setting boundaries in personal relationships. Monique emphasizes the significance of rewilding and returning to your childhood pleasures as a means of self-discovery.
The conversation highlights the power of sharing stories, encouraging listeners to embrace their own journeys, set-backs, periods of growth and self-acceptance.
Enjoy!
 
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Listen to the Audio Book
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The Cosmic Nudge: When the Universe Speaks, Do You Listen?

In this episode of Refined & Unhinged, Ali Stricklin and Jen Dryden Hess dive into the world of signs, symbols, and spiritual nudges.
Jen shares how a series of tarot readings and "spiritual guides" on Instagram were part of decision to leave corporate America and pursue her third act – and the surprising ways the universe kept showing up.
From angel numbers to spirit animals, they explore how faith, intuition, and a little bit of woo-woo can offer guidance in unexpected ways. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, this episode is all about tuning into the signs around you and trusting your own gut.
THE NOTES:
Astrology App Reference: The Chani App for all things astrology and your chart
Sound Bath Reference: Visit the Integratron in Landers, CA
Book Reference: Trust Your Vibes: by Sonia Choquette

Confronting Generational Trauma & Our Family's Story of Suicide, Survival & Strength

In this powerful episode, Jen opens her heart about losing her mother to suicide and how it shaped her as a woman and mother.
In this heartfelt episode of Refined & Unhinged, Ali and Jen dive into a raw conversation on mental health & self-compassion that we don't talk about enough - how trauma travels through families and shapes who we become as parents.
Jen bravely shares her journey following her mother's suicide when she was a child and how this profound loss influences her mother-daughter dynamics and her approach to modern motherhood. Together, these women share unfiltered truths and wade into difficult conversations about healing family wounds through honest talk and breaking generational patterns for women.
Through heart wrenching moments and unexpected laughter, they demonstrate resilience while reminding us that we're not alone in these struggles. They emphasize how crucial it is to build a community of fellow moms who can hold space for both grief and joy, creating emotional balance along the way.
By the end of their conversation, you'll be reminded of the importance of celebrating the lives of those we've lost while embracing the messy, beautiful journey. This episode feels less like a podcast and more like sitting with friends who aren't afraid to share authentic stories that ultimately lead to finding your way after a major setback.
 
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Rapid Fire & Real Talk: Meet the Co-Hosts of Refined & Unhinged

Dive into the debut episode of Refined & Unhinged, where mother-daughter duo and co-hosts Ali Stricklin and Jen Dryden Hess pull back the curtain on their lives, personalities, and their stories.
Pour yourself something delicious and settle in as they share what led them to create this safe space for women looking for community. Ali opens up about her journey through balancing hustle and home life, while Jen brings her signature humor to stories about unfiltered family dynamics & generational wisdom.
The ladies get real about why they believe in empowering women through raw conversations - not the life beyond the Instagram filter versions of ourselves, but the messy, complicated humans underneath. 
By the end of this conversation, you'll feel like you've just made two new friends who get it. Consider this your official invitation to a community where we can be both refined and completely unhinged - sometimes in the same hour.
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Refined & Unhinged: The Teaser

In this one-minute teaser, you'll find out what we're all about! We are Jen and Ali—a mother-daughter duo 36 years (and a few therapy sessions) in the making. We’re here to explore the real, raw, and wonderful parts of womanhood across generations. If you’re into honest conversations, big laughs, and zero BS, hit follow and come along for the ride. 
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