This is a podcast for modern women looking to understand the complexities of female friendship. Hosted by Danielle Bayard Jackson --female friendship coach and educator-- Friend Forward provides research, strategies, and tough-love truth to answer your questions about how to navigate relationships with other women. Tune in every week for new insights about how to create and maintain better female friendships. (And in between episodes, follow along on TikTok at @thefriendshipexpert or IG @dan ...
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Danielle Bayard Jackson Female Friendship Expert Podcasts
Consider Molly Sims and her best friend Emese Gormley your new girlfriends on speed dial for all your pressing beauty and wellness needs. Is Botox a good idea? Should you try that new diet you saw on the Today Show? Molly and Emese have your back. With guests ranging from top health and beauty experts to their industry friends, you’ll get the scoop on the latest trends, which products and procedures to try, and which to run from-- and they just might be doing it all with a drink in hand. Pre ...
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3 mistakes we make when "holding space" for female friends// Hosted by female friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson
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19:24In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, host and female friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson explores the complexities of "holding space" in our female friendships. She discusses: the importance of holding space for friends the three types of support friends need common mistakes made in providing emotional support effective strategies t…
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Fall Fashion & Beauty Must-Haves: The Essentials We’re Obsessed With
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53:54Nothing feels better than a seasonal reset and fall is the perfect time to do it. This week, Molly and Emese are diving into their ultimate fall edit: the beauty upgrades and outfit staples they can’t stop reaching for. From the bronzers and skin tints that give you that just-back-from-vacation glow, to the cozy layers, denim, and under-$100 finds …
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Martha Stewart Unfiltered: Ageless Beauty, Confidence, and the Myth Behind the Mogul
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48:37Martha. Freaking. Stewart. The icon, the legend, and in her words, the “OG trad wife” joins Molly and Emese for an unfiltered masterclass in work ethic, evolution, and how she is rewriting the rules for aging. What makes this conversation truly special is how it reveals Martha as a paradox: the homemaker and the mogul, the apron at the table and fi…
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The Truth About Ozempic Face, Filler Mistakes, and Fixing Your Skin
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50:18If you’ve ever stared in the mirror and wondered if your skincare routine is helping or hurting, this one’s for you. From acne that won’t quit to the rise of “Ozempic face,” we’re cutting through the chaos to bring you the truth about what actually works.Molly and Emese sit down with one of NYC’s most in-demand dermatologists, Dr. Kiran Mian (yes, …
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6 Psychological Reasons Why We Remain Friends with "Frenemies"
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28:49You recently realized that a friend in your life is more like a "frenemy", but for some reason you can't seem to end the relationship. Why is it so difficult to separate yourself from someone who doesn't always have your best interest at heart? In this week's episode, host and resident friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson shares what the resea…
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The Cool-Girl’s Guide to Fall: Marci Hirshleifer on Blazers, Denim, Bags & Timeless Investments
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38:02This week on Lipstick on the Rim we sit down with fashion insider Marci Hirshleifer, Global Personal Shopping Director and fifth generation force behind Hirschleifers, the legendary family-run boutique known as a true fashion destination. Marci shares her secrets for building the perfect fall wardrobe, the five pieces every woman needs, and the tre…
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Goodles Is Serving Nostalgia—with a Side of Nutrition
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48:28We’re joined by Jennifer Zeszut, 4x CEO and founder of Goodles—the cult-favorite mac & cheese brand that’s making nostalgia nutritious. Jennifer shares how she spotted white space in the market and reimagined everyone’s favorite comfort food with protein, fiber, and real ingredients that fuel you (and your family). From tackling picky eaters at hom…
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Why You’re So Effing Tired: Fixing Fatigue, Balancing Hormones, and Beating Bloat for Good
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49:22Fatigue, cravings, dull skin, bloating—it’s not just bad luck. It’s your body trying to tell you something. In this episode, Dr. Amy Shah, author of I’m So Effing Tired, reveals the science behind your low energy and skin struggles—and how to fix them. From hormone balancing and gut healing to fasting tips and smart supplementation, she shares the …
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Dating Green Flags: How to Spot the Right Person (and Stop Settling)
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51:29If dating feels like a minefield of mixed signals, this episode is your new playbook. We sit down with Case Kenny—mindfulness educator, viral author, and host of New Mindset, Who Dis?—to talk about what it really takes to stop settling in both love and life. From green flags that are just as important as red ones, to the difference between having h…
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For the woman who has TOO many friends...
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26:01In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, host Danielle Bayard Jackson speaks to women who -- in the midst of a loneliness epidemic-- actually have too many friends. If you're a woman who is highly visible and/ or highly social and are becoming resentful or burned out by your efforts to maintain multiple connections, this episode is for you. D…
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The Hollywood Guide to Brows, Facelifts & Tweakments That Actually Work
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46:34What do Chrissy Teigen, Meagan Good, and Jen Atkin have in common? The same secret weapon behind their envy-inducing brows and subtle, natural tweakments. In this episode, Molly sits down with one the Hollywood top aesthetic surgeon Dr. Jason Champagne — behind the iconic “champagne brows” — to break down everything you’ve ever wondered about facel…
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The unique stress that women face (and how social support helps us through it)
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28:50In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, host Danielle Bayard Jackson explores the unique stressors that women face and how their friendships serve as a crucial buffer against these stressors. The conversation delves into the biological, ecological, and social dimensions of stress, emphasizing the importance of perceived social support. Danie…
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Hot Girls Have IBS: The Truth About Bloat, IBS & Gut Health
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40:50Gut issues, bloat, brain fog, and mystery sensitivities are more common than ever and if you feel like nothing’s working, this episode is for you. This week, we’re joined by gut health guru Bethany Cameron (aka @lilsipper), the powerhouse behind the Digest This podcast and founder of Bethany’s Pantry. After nearly dying from severe digestive issues…
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The Best (and Worst) Products from This Month’s Empties: Tanning Drops, Tubing Mascaras & TikTok Flops
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29:24We’re calling this one our Monthly Empties—aka the products we’ve fully finished, squeezed, scooped, or scraped to the very last drop. From glow-boosting self-tanners and mascara that actually stays put to skincare splurges, beauty flops, and a few surprise steals—we’re sharing the honest truth on what’s worth the repurchase and what we’re official…
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How to create "community care plans" within your female friendships // A conversation with Dr. Ashley Gaddy Robbins
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21:18In this conversation, Dr. Ashley Gaddy Robbins discusses the importance of community care as a form of resistance, emphasizing the mutual support and holistic care that communities provide. Alongside host and women's friendship expect Danielle Bayard Jackson, Dr. Robbins defines community care, shares strategies for engaging women in community care…
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How to Make (and Keep) Real Friends as an Adult with Danielle Bayard Jackson - the Silent Struggles of Female Friendship, and Navigating FOMO
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51:20Why are adult friendships so hard, and what can we actually do about it? In this episode, we’re joined by Danielle Bayard Jackson, a leading women’s relational health educator and author of Fighting for Our Friendships, to unpack the real (and often unspoken) dynamics of female friendships. From ghosting and group chat drama to making new friends a…
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The Secret to Healthy Food That Actually Tastes Good: Samah Dada on Her Viral No-Bake Desserts, the Pantry Swaps That Will Change Your Cooking Forever and Making Comfort Food Clean
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41:52You can have it all—healthy, delicious, and actually crave-worthy. This week, we’re joined by the brilliant and bubbly Samah Dada—cookbook author, wellness creator, and the force behind the cult-favorite blog Dada Eats. She’s here to prove that clean eating doesn’t have to mean boring, and that indulgent recipes can still be nourishing. From her vi…
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How to be 'helpable' (and the power of the "Benjamin Franklin Effect")
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21:57Why is it hard to ask our friends for help? What are the benefits of becoming "help-seeking" women in our friendships? And once we do get the nerve to ask for support, how can we do it in a way that actually motivates people to show up for us? This is a pretty research-heavy episode, and it's going to finally allow you to exhale. Truly. Because hos…
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Vivian Tu on the Money Habits Keeping You Broke, Building Wealth as a Woman, and Her No-BS Guide to Getting Rich AF
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54:10What if getting rich didn’t mean cutting out your favorite latte or skipping that summer trip? In this refreshingly honest and helpful episode, we’re joined by Vivian Tu—former Wall Street trader, financial educator, NYT bestselling author of Rich AF, and the creator behind Your Rich BFF—to break down the money habits that are secretly keeping you …
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"Tell me what you want, what you really, really want."// 5 Most Common Contradictory Friendship Goals
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25:05In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, resident friendship coach and women's relational health expert Danielle Bayard Jackson delves into five of the most common contradictions women face in their relational goals. Together we'll explore contradictions like the desire for siloed friendships versus wanting a friend group; and the temptation …
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Is Ozempic Face Real? Dr. Alexandra Sowa Breaks Down Life On and Off GLP-1s, How to Avoid Regaining Weight, and the Biggest Myths Debunked
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46:40Let’s be honest, everyone’s talking about GLP-1s (Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound), but no one’s telling the whole story. Until now.This week, we’re joined by the brilliant Dr. Alexandra Sowa—board-certified physician, NYU clinical instructor, founder of SoWell, and author of The Ozempic Revolution—for the ultimate deep dive into everything you actually …
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Women feel more "interpersonal guilt" than men. Here's how that's impacting our female friendships.
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23:40If you had one week where you couldn't experience guilt, how would that change your friendships? Would you end relationships? Would you set boundaries? Would you ask for help? Would you pull away from your family to spend more time with friends without feeling bad about it? These questions were sparked by the book I'm reading, "The Guilt Pill" by S…
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The Products We’re Not Gatekeeping This Hot Girl Summer: No-Makeup Makeup, Flattering Swimwear, and the Accessories You Need Now
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45:59It’s officially summer, and Molly and Emese are back with your ultimate seasonal shopping guide. From the glowy SPF they swear by to the chicest swimsuits, coverups, and accessories, this episode is packed with everything they’re loving, buying, and packing right now. They’re sharing the beauty products that hold up in heat and humidity, the exact …
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Is ChatGPT impacting your friendships? These 7 questions will help you to know for sure.
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24:17In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, host Danielle Bayard Jackson explores the complex relationship between artificial intelligence, specifically ChatGPT, and women's friendships. This episode offers seven questions that equip you to evaluate and interrogate ways that your ChatGPT use might be impacting the breadth, depth, and quality of …
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The Mothership of Beauty: How Sephora Curates Its Shelves, Transformed the Industry, and the Hottest New Must-Have Products With VP of Merch Cindy Deily
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46:26If you’ve ever wondered how Sephora decides what products make it onto their shelves—or why some go viral and others never show up—this episode is for you. We’re joined by Cindy Deily, Sephora’s Vice President of Merchandising for Skincare, who’s been with the company for nearly two decades and is the ultimate insider when it comes to spotting tren…
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No, she's not (always) "gaslighting" you // a conversation about "therapy speak" during friendship conflict with Dr. Isabelle Morley
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18:42In this conversation, Dr. Isabelle Morley (author of the book "They're not gaslighting you") and host Danielle Bayard Jackson discuss the increasing prevalence of therapy-related language in everyday conversations, particularly in the context of friendships and conflicts. They explore the definitions and nuances of terms like gaslighting, narcissis…
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How Christie Brinkley Stays Forever Young: Her Exact Beauty Routine, Wellness Habits, and Secret to Confidence at Any Age
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43:38She’s graced over 500 magazine covers, redefined what it means to be an “it girl,” and continues to radiate the same iconic beauty and energy in her 70s that first made her a household name. This week, the one and only Christie Brinkley joins us to share her secrets to staying forever young—from her exact skincare routine and wellness habits to how…
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When life transitions impact your friendships: A conversation with Almost 30 hosts Lindsey Simcik and Krista Williams
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32:08Want to two friends discuss the life transitions that strained their friendship? In this conversation, Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, co-hosts of the Almost 30 podcast (title of their new book!), share their journey of navigating friendships through various life transitions. They discuss the evolution of their friendship, the challenges they f…
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What Sofia Richie’s Stylist Wants You to Know: The Underrated Brands, Summer Staples + the Secret to Nailing Quiet Luxury
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40:34If you’ve ever saved a Sofia Richie pin, screenshot a chic airport look, or wondered how to look expensive without trying too hard—this episode is your holy grail. We’re joined by the woman behind Sofia Richie's viral wedding wardrobe and the queen of quiet luxury herself, celebrity stylist Liat Baruch. With 16+ years in fashion and a client list t…
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Trees, cars, and sidewalks: How poor urban planning hurts your social life // a conversation with Fatima Elkott, urban planner
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20:10Okay, I know I shouldn't have favorites but this episode (and this guest!) might really be in my top 10 favorite episodes that we've produced in the show's five-year history. In this conversation, urban planner Fatima Elkott discusses the significance of city design in shaping our environments and social interactions. She emphasizes the impact of u…
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Celebrity Orthopedic Dr. Jason Snibbe: What to Eat, How to Move, and When to Operate
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40:37You’ve heard the buzzwords—PRP, robotics, joint replacements—but what do they actually mean for your body (and your recovery)? In this episode, we’re joined by world-renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jason Snibbe, the go-to doctor for top athletes and A-list celebs alike, for a masterclass on all things joint health. From how to properly prep for sur…
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"It's just easier to be friends with guys" -- a sentiment we need to unpack.
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13:55In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, host Danielle Bayard Jackson delves into the complexities of women's friendships, particularly the perception that friendships with men are easier. She explores various factors contributing to this belief, including differences in: conversation styles bonding rituals emotional expectations safety conce…
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Asia Mape on the Truth About Kids’ Sports: Burnout, Pressure, and Why Balance Does Matter — A Survival Guide to Youth Sports
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46:11Being a sports parent today feels like navigating the Wild West—early morning practices, weekend tournaments, college pressure, burnout, and the constant fear of doing it wrong. In this episode, we sit down with Emmy-winning sports journalist and founder of ILoveToWatchYouPlay.com, Asia Mape, to talk about what it really takes to raise a D1 athlete…
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Surprising ways that the "mother wound" shows up in female friendships // with Dr. Dylesia, mother-daughter trauma recovery expert
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22:44In this conversation, host and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson and Dr. Dylesia (@drdylesia) -- an expert on mother-daughter trauma and estrangement-- explore the intricate dynamics of mother-daughter relationships and how they influence women's friendships in adulthood. They discuss the concept of 'mother wounds' and how unresolved issues…
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The #1 Rule to Winning an Argument Without Losing Your Cool: Say Less, Win More with Jefferson Fisher on How to Never Lose an Argument
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54:36If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation thinking “I wish I’d said that differently,” this episode is your new go-to guide. We’re joined by Jefferson Fisher—trial attorney turned viral communication expert with over 10 million followers and half a billion video views—who’s here to completely change the way you think about arguing. Whether it’…
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THIS is the reason you have "friend fatigue": A reflection on the power of "friend-life integration"
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17:37In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, host Danielle Bayard Jackson explores the concept of 'friend fatigue,' a growing concern among women in their thirties and forties who are overwhelmed by their lack of "friend-life integration". Danielle discusses the emotional and social labor involved in maintaining friendships, particularly in the c…
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