Whine Down With Jana Kramer

Jana and Mike sit down with Dr. Leslie Gustafson, an intimacy expert and marriage and family therapist. She helps uncover some truths about their relationship, and Mike is left in tears after hearing it.  Then Dr. Sonia Batra, a dermatologist from The Doctors, checks in, to help Jana and Mike understand the importance of taking care of their skin.  And we find out a crazy secret that Jana only does when she’s totally alone.   Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eric Winter from The Rookie stops by, and he tells Jana and Mike all about how his wife reacts when he has to film a steamy sex scene for a role, and how he feels when he has to watch her kiss other people, because she’s ALSO an actress!    Then, straight from Jana’s alma mater of Dancing with the Stars, The Bachelor’s Grocery Store Joe and his dance partner Jenna Johnson waltz in! Jenna reveals a big secret about Joe that she learned after spending hours and hours dancing closely with him, and we hear about a huge project Joe has planned for after Dancing with the Stars comes to an end.   And Jana and Mike offer up another Relationship Challenge! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fran Drescher (The Nanny) stops by to whine down this week! She shares some life changing advice on how to put yourself in the right headspace first thing in the morning. And she opens up about her struggle with cancer, and what people can do to keep themselves healthy.  Also, we hear if she’d ever reboot The Nanny! Plus, Jana and Mike get into it on the show, after Mike has a negative reaction to being asked if “he’s okay”.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re getting closer to baby #2 for Jana and Mike, so they’re working out all the decisions they have to make before the big day. Like how to get to the hospital, emergency C-Sections, midwives and at-home births and literally everything else. If you’re a parent or expect to be one, you need to listen to this! Then Jana reveals what really goes on during their couples therapy sessions, and plays with the idea of doing a LIVE therapy talk.  And we’ve got a new challenge for all the wives out there! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicole Ari Parker from Empire is here to whine down! She’s got a gift for Mike that has Jana in tears, and she shares some crucial advice about how to handle 2 kids.  Then Laura Charanza joins us, to share her expertise on dealing with narcissists. She tells us how to spot someone with toxic behavior and if there’s any hope for a narcissist to change.  And we find out what happens when Mike tells Jana he doesn’t believe in soul mates.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Designer Rachel Zoe is on to talk about what it’s like running a fashion empire and being an involved mother of 2. And she and Jana bond over their daughters obsession with playing “dress up”. Then Jana’s friend Bobby Bones stops by to talk about a huge secret he’s trying to keep from everybody on Dancing with the Stars, and Jana gives him some veteran advice for how he can get the most out of being on the show. And, Mike admits a very intimate secret he planned for Jana Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Harris from Dancing with the Stars stops by the studio to Whine Down with Jana, and to share some stories from her incredible journey with cancer. She has some tips that are as simple as changing your laundry detergent that might help save your life from cancer. And Jana's friend Julie Solomon is hanging out too. You've got to hear the story of how they became friends, because it's one of the most unusual and unlikely friendships out there. Then, Jana and Mike talk about what happens to the last name when a couple gets divorced. Does someone have to change their name back? Can you get a name in a divorce?? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jana and Mike kick off the show by addressing some of the criticism Jana got for last week's talk about virginity. We hear how she really feels about being accused of "virgin shaming". Then, Erin Falconer, author of "How to Get Sh*t Done" stops by. You've got to hear the simple tips she has for getting more done in a day, and setting aside more time for yourself.  Jana sits down with legendary meditation expert Mallika Chopra, and we hear why teaching meditation to your kids could save their lives.  Plus,  Jana and Mike help a listener who is going through a horrible situation with her husband.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Harrison, host of The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, whines down with Jana! She confronts Chris about the controversial choice of Colton as the next Bachelor, and we find out if Chris would ever go on the show. Also, Mike shares his story of how he was almost on The Bachelorette! Then Jana and Mike start working on their Halloween costumes, and they have an honest conversation about the right age to lose your virginity. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Raj is hanging out in the studio this week, and she offers Jana some crucial advice about her pregnancy that could save her life. She also shares some incredibly important information about personal health, and she debunks some myths about cellulite that will blow your mind. Then MJ from Shahs of Sunset stops by to talk about her new marriage, her pregnancy journey, and how she resolved differences with her husband about having children. And Jana faces the hard truth about knowing when to let go of a longtime friend. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jana does a deep dive into the wild world of sororities, frats, and Greek life this week. We hear crazy stories from women that are going through rush right now, and Mike opens up about the hazing that goes on in professional sports. And we get an update from Jana’s friend Sara about her engagement! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a Real Housewife party this week, when Jana opens her doors to some of the wildest ladies on TV.   She sits down with Leanne Locken, who gives Jana’s friend Sara some unforgettable advice, and she gets very real and honest about her difficult upbringing, in a very “Leanne” way.   Then, Emily Simpson from RHOC calls in and talks about what it’s like to be new to the Real Housewives, and how she’s handling life in the public eye.   And we hear from Monique Samuels from Real Housewives of Potomac, and find out that she and Jana have shockingly similar lives. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jana and Mike get raw and real in this episode, when they go head to head with psychologist Dr. Wendy Walsh. She gives some incredibly valuable advice on how to deal with ultimatums and how to best communicate your needs to your partner. But things turn really heavy when she gets Mike to open up about being love avoidant and his issues with intimacy.   Then, numerologist Remington Donovan comes by to give Jana and Mike a reading, and he puts Mike’s skepticism to the test. He reveals some details about Mike and Jana’s careers and relationship that freaked everybody out. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jana and Mike welcome astrologist Debra Silverman to the show, to give her insight on what our star signs reveal about ourselves. She blows Mike’s mind when she reveals something about him that may transform him from a skeptic to a believer. We find out more about Jana and Mike’s relationship when they take a deeper look into what’s going on in their dreams. And, we Jana gives some incredible advice on how to deal with difficult mother in laws. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Superstar medium John Edward joins Jana in studio! He tells Jana and Mike a crazy detail about their future together, and tries to break Mike of his skepticism. And you have to hear the story of how John tried to influence the star sign of his son... before he was born. Then Jana and Mike share some exciting details from the world of potty training. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jana and Mike have a huge announcement to make: the gender of their new baby!   Then, sex therapist Leslie Gustafson calls in with some crucial advice on what to do if your partner has a different love language than you.    And Jana shares some tips on how to manage anxiety, and we hear her honest thoughts on “mom guilt” Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Jana reveals one of her deepest secret anxieties, that will blow your mind when you hear it, and she changes a listener’s entire life with some incredibly honest relationship advice.   Jana and Jen make good on their promise to binge watch The Handmaid’s Tale, and we have one of the stars of the Emmy nominated show in the studio to break down what has everyone so obsessed.  And you won’t believe the crazy year Maddie & Tae have had, but we’ve got them in-studio to get the real story on what happened with their record label, and hear some secrets about their relationships.. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jana sits down with her close friends from Nashville to talk about their parenting pet peeves, the problem with participation trophies, and some advice on how to recover from infidelity.  Then, her pal Kristen Brust stops by, and gives some incredible advice for anyone that’s experienced loss, and the two share an extremely emotional and real moment as they bond over pregnancy difficulties.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jana and Mike have a HUGE announcement that will change the rest of their lives.  Omar Epps stops by to talk about fatherhood and share some of the lessons he’s learned.  Then, psychic Thomas John gives Jana and Mike a reading that reveals some secrets about their relationship and their future together.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jana whines down with Mayim Bialik, the star of Blossom and The Big Bang Theory, to get her insight on navigating motherhood, finding balance with her career, and the joy of organizing Legos. Listen to find out what happened when Mayim went on a dating site, and how Jana feels about posting her child on social media.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.