Fun On Weekdays hit the jackpot with Gabrielle Whitecotton, our first employee!! Gabbie’s journey to FOW is an inspiring one, and I'm excited to share it with all of you! After graduating, Gabbie spent a year waitressing, hoping to land her first full-time job. Despite the challenges, Gabbie persevered and continued to explore creative ways to get noticed. She built a mock IG channel for FOW highlighting her work and her vision for the brand. When I saw her portfolio & resume, I knew immedia...
May 09, 2023•57 min•Season 2Ep. 14
My habit QUEEN Shelby Sacco is back again for another episode on Fun on Weekdays! This time, we chat all about how to create a habit of having fun on weekdays. How to create time in your schedule, how to implement new habits that you can actually keep overtime, and the importance of persistence and small wins. Shelby shares her Savage Girl Summer Series and her tips to becoming the best version of yourself before the summer by following simple tasks and honoring the habit loop. If you find yours...
May 02, 2023•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 13
In this episode, Kate Snedeker talks about her experiences dealing with anticipatory grief and coping with her father’s diagnosis of a rare and fatal cancer, glioblastoma. Kate shares her insights on how to find motivation and turn it into action, even in the face of overwhelming challenges. She also discusses how she learned to start a nonprofit and why it's so important to encourage others during difficult times. We discuss our perspective on the struggle of not feeling guilty for enjoying you...
Apr 25, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 12
In today’s episode, model & former Miss Arizona, Jordan Wessel, breaks down the truth about the modeling industry. From inclusivity, to unprofessionalism, inconsistency, and pay, we learn that the modeling industry isn’t so glamorous afterall. Jordan shares how modeling has affected her self-esteem, body image, and lack of privacy. She gets vulnerable about not fitting the “standard” size model - “too big for standard model, but too small for curve”, and the unhealthy tasks models are asked ...
Apr 18, 2023•56 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Ashley has been a performer long before her singing and original music was discovered on TikTok. One of my favorite female country artists, Ashley Cooke, joins me in today's episode! Ashley shares her breakthrough moments at Belmont University, the difficulties/ advantages of social media as an artist, and how she differentiates herself as a musician vs. a "tiktoker." She talks about the not-so-glamorous realities of touring, dating, and finding your personal brand. Saddle up! Follow Ashley: Tik...
Apr 11, 2023•47 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Well, I finally did it... I'm becoming a fitness instructor! In this episode I share my experience training to become a barre teacher. Is it worth it? Doing something new can be challenging, at times a little scary, but also very rewarding. I preach following your dreams and making it happen on my podcast, and I hope this episode serves as a reminder that you are the #1 thing getting in the way of going after what you want. Training overview, cost, mistakes, learnings, and allllll things barre t...
Apr 04, 2023•50 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Tula Co-Founder Dan Reich shares how the brand came to be; from his early years selling Apple Bottom Jeans online, selling his software business to Salesforce, to investing in Dibs Beauty, Dan continues to grow businesses. He shares the importance of surrounding yourself with people who are smarter than you, continuously exploring your passions, and taking time to yourself when you’re feeling lost in your career. This is a great episode for entrepreneurs and anyone looking for advice and directi...
Mar 28, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Lillie and I had so much fun in NYC together, we recorded a bonus episode for you answering questions from Instagram!! Laugh with your girlfriends as we cover silly questions and debate very serious topics such as FMK: Harry Potter, Harry Styles, and Prince Harry. Sign-up for my Newsletter Join my Facebook group This podcast is sponsored by Macy’s. Head over to the below link and explore Jenna’s favorite featured items today!...
Mar 21, 2023•29 min•Season 2Ep. 7
My bestie girl Lillie is baaaackkkk!!! After a night out in NYC, we sit down for some hungover giggles and laugh about memories while also giving Lillie’s life update since moving to New York. Lillie is the queen of side gigs - she shares how she makes money in the city between her full-time job at Ralph Lauren and multiple part-time jobs including teaching yoga & Rover. Lillie chats about her time living in Ireland this past summer and her thoughts on Irish boys (and their fashion). Career,...
Mar 15, 2023•57 min•Season 2Ep. 6
We’ve all heard of the quarter life crisis… some of us are currently trying to navigate it. I personally think this idea of feeling lost in our 20’s, questioning our passions & goals, navigating friendship dynamics changing, and feeling lost is because our idea of fun is starting to evolve for the first time in years. Suddenly we find ourselves realizing that we no longer have fun doing the things we once did at 18, 21, 25, and so on. Our idea of fun is meant to evolve as we grow, enter new ...
Mar 07, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Have you ever wondered if influencer brand trips are actually helpful for brands? In today’s episode, the Director of Social media, Christy Gurganus, and Co-Founder, Emily Stallings share how social media has helped grow their brand, Casely. From living in a big house in Brooklyn together, to now working with some of the most successful brands and influencers, and organizing their first brand trip, Casely was founded on the principle of Fun on Weekdays. Just some friends who wanted to start a bu...
Feb 28, 2023•49 min•Season 1Ep. 4
You know her, you love her; influencer, business owner, and NFL wife, Allison Kuch Rochell joins me in Episode 3! Allison shares how she met her husband, Isaac, and how social media stereotypes and negativity allowed her to lean into her character as a, “gold digger.” We talk about double standards, challenges with career instability, and how she is able to make friends and find fun amidst the constant travel and uncertainty. Rest assured, Allison is NOT just Isaac’s wife, she shares current bus...
Feb 21, 2023•49 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Valentine’s Day is just another weekday. Remember that as you scroll through social media and find yourself playing the inevitable comparison game. Valentine’s Day comes with a lot of pressure and high expectations that feel like they can never be met - is social media to blame? Social media is a highlight reel, and you may find yourself thinking about your ex’s highlight reel. Whatever you do, DON’T text him! Happy Valentine’s Day to all my girls - the heartbroken, the single, and the lovebirds...
Feb 14, 2023•25 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Wow… it’s good to be back! Kicking 2023 off by reintroducing myself for new listeners, and a quick refresher for long-time listeners. Let’s talk about why I started Fun on Weekdays, what it meant to me when I started in 2021 and what it means to me now. I’ll catch you up to speed on what has happened in the past month, and set the tone for what to expect in 2023! A lot has changed in my life since starting - I have a boyfriend, I have a different job, new friends, a dog, etc, but Fun on Weekdays...
Feb 07, 2023•45 min•Season 2Ep. 1
And with that, the 2022 season comes to an end… WOW I am emotional! Join me in the last episode of 2022 to recap rules for NYE, reflect on last year’s resolutions, and set intentions for 2023 goals. I’ll be taking January off to rebrand, onboard my assistant, and come back bigger, better, and more fun than ever!! Love you guys so so much, don’t forget to join my Facebook group and follow me on Instagram @funonweekdayspodcast for updates on events in the meantime. Thank you so much for making Fun...
Dec 31, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Phew!!! At this point most everyone should be wrapping up the holidays and hopefully made it home safe. I share what I’ve been up to in Painesville, Ohio, starting with my airport dilemma and ending with my annual high school holiday party. Second to last episode, we are talking pits and peaks, highs and lows, whatever you prefer to call it. My highest peak is having all of you! Don’t forget to rate my podcast & join my Facebook group before my break in January :) Join my Facebook group. Thi...
Dec 27, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 71
It’s about time y’all meet the agency behind me and Fun on Weekdays, J1S! I have been signed to them since February 2021 - they helped start my social media career & podcast. Today I sit down with the founder, Mike Jones, to talk about how his business mindset from an early age helped jumpstart his career as an entrepreneur. From selling his first business, to founding a full service marketing and talent agency, to staying true to core values while scaling, Mike is a role model to me and tru...
Dec 22, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 70
Am I just a Libra or do I have undiagnosed ADHD? According to TikTok, both. According to my dms, I’m a multipotentialite. One day I’m obsessed with event planning, the next I’m dead set on working in a bridal store, a few days later I’m planning to be a makeup artist, and 3 weeks ago I wanted to be a pilates instructor. What’s so wrong with having multiple passions and not being able to choose which one to pursue? In all seriousness, I’ve learned that my short attention span can actually be a re...
Dec 16, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 69
Everyone’s favorite Waterboy employee (you read that right, employee not just intern!) is finalllllllyyyyyy on the podcast to share how she landed the role as Waterboy’s first ever summer intern. From video DM’s in her college bathroom (not like that, get your head out of the gutter) to moving to ATX and becoming a full-time employee, Kiara shares what it’s really like to work with Mike and Connor. She shares her transition to post-grad, how having a healthy long distance relationship has allowe...
Dec 12, 2022•52 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Happy Thanksgiving!!! I am so thankful for my listeners and am also thankful for today’s guest, Eli Rallo! From the internet to IRL, Eli is just as witty and energetic as she is on TikTok. We talk about Eli’s corporate job after college, how her background in journalism helped with creating content/ hosting her podcast, and how she signed a BOOK DEAL with Harper Collins!! In true Eli fashion, we end the episode with our rules for Thanksgiving. Wishing you all the warmest holiday with friends and...
Nov 28, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 67
If you’re my dad, don’t listen to this episode. I share the very honest truth about getting laser hair removal. What does Brazilian LHM include… listen to find out. Process, pain, cost, I share it all. I also share my experience with LaseMD on my face, helping to resurface your skin to improve texture and scarring. Anyways, enjoy my unfiltered truth! Join my Facebook group. This podcast is sponsored by Macy’s. Head over to the below link and explore Jenna’s favorite featured items today!...
Nov 23, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 66
You want to get into fitness, but you have no idea where to start or what to do. Fitness influencer and Austin friend, Sam Taylor, shares her journey with fitness and health and her encouragement for getting started. From myths, to workouts, to nutrition and weight training, Sam helps guide us to feeling more comfortable in the gym. We talk approaching your gym crush, and play a fun game of yes or no to fitness fads. Follow Sam: IG: @ssam.ttaylor Titok: @ssam.ttaylor Podcast: F Word Podcast Join...
Nov 17, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Lexie Rainbolt (hairbylexie) has been running my FYP, so it was only natural to have her on the podcast to talk about all things hair as we approach the holiday season. She shares her experience moving to Florida from her small town in Illinois, (without her 7 year boyfriend!!!), the importance of social media for hairstylists, and her do’s/don’ts. We talk extensions - hence the title, how to grow your hair, trends, pet peeves, and which trend Lexie wants to leave in 2022. Follow Lexie: TikTok: ...
Nov 08, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 64
I’ve struggled with acne for years, but lately my breakouts have felt much more personal. I started learning about cycle syncing from TikTok - you sync types of workouts & food with your period in efforts to regulate your period and balance your hormones naturally. Doctors appointments, Europe trip recap, and work updates, enjoy a solo episode today! Read Article Join my Facebook group. This podcast is sponsored by Macy’s. Head over to the below link and explore Jenna’s favorite featured ite...
Nov 02, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 63
My friend Anna Hildreth shares her experience working for one of the biggest companies in Austin for post-grads. Yep, Oracle! Anna shares her experience losing a close friend while navigating post-grad, being away from family, quitting Oracle, starting a new job, and ultimately being laid off. Oh, and she shares how she and her boyfriend got REALLY close while on their first vacation together ;) Follow Anna: IG: @annamckayhildreth Tiktok: annamckayhildreth Join my Facebook group. This podcast is...
Oct 26, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 62
OG Instagram blogger, Co-Founder of Desert Island Beauty Status (Dibs), mother to 5-year-old Kinsley, and the internet’s big sister, Courtney Shields, turns 35! Just a week after my 25th birthday, Courtney shares what she learned from 25 to 35 - what she deems to be pivotal years for finding yourself, passions, and becoming your version of an it-girl. From finding confidence, divorce, abusive relationships and motherhood, to losing her dad, Courtney shares it all. If you need a good heart-to-hea...
Oct 19, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Libra queens unite!! I recently turned 25 and as I reflect on the person I was when I turned 24, I realize I’ve changed a bit. This episode shares 25 lessons I’ve deemed worthy of sharing from this past year. 25 is my year to take those lessons and put them into practice. Happy quarter of a century to me, and thank you to everyone who has helped celebrate with me everyday (birthday or not!) Join my Facebook group. This podcast is sponsored by Macy’s. Head over to the below link and explore Jenna...
Oct 16, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 60
After years of playing softball, Gabrielle (AKA Gabby, now that we’re on a nickname basis), went to school to continue college softball. After realizing college wasn’t for her, she decided to join the military. Gabby shares how she made the decision, the process of training, leaving her friends and family behind, and a typical work day/ week in the military. She spent a lot of her weekday fun out drinking and talks about the toxic drinking culture and mental health challenges that came from her ...
Oct 06, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 59
If you’re feeling completely lost and unfulfilled in your life whether in your career, relationships, passions… you’re not alone. I share my thoughts and realizations after working in social media for a year and the way I’ve lost sight of what I’m truly passionate about. I reflect on my intentions for events and Fun on Weekdays as I rediscover who I want to be in a new chapter of my life. Feeling lost is normal and can lead to redirection and growth - time to focus our energy on finding fulfillm...
Sep 27, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 58
Meet my anniversary party event planner, Abbie Hillis! Abbie shares how she got into event planning, how she balances her irregular schedule with her husband’s career in law, and struggles of motherhood. We talk about making intentional time to show up for yourself and Abbie shares how her upbringing in the abusive gymnastics culture has shaped her into the business owner, wife, and mother that she is today. Get your tissue box, we get emotional! Join my Facebook group. This podcast is sponsored...
Sep 16, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 57
