Chatting With Betsy
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Episodes
January 10, 2026 • 48 mins
Discover how Professor Gerta Keller challenged the asteroid theory and rewrote the story of dinosaur extinction in this powerful interview with Betsy.
On this episode of Chatting with Betsy, Betsy Wurzel interviews Professor Gerta Keller, a pioneering geologist and paleontologist whose research redefined the cause of dinosaur extinction.
Professor Keller opens up about her life journey — from being told she’d only become a seamstress...
On this episode of Chatting with Betsy, Betsy Wurzel interviews Professor Gerta Keller, a pioneering geologist and paleontologist whose research redefined the cause of dinosaur extinction.
Professor Keller opens up about her life journey — from being told she’d only become a seamstress...
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January 4, 2026 • 59 mins
Explore how Quite Literally Books is bringing women’s forgotten stories back to life — and why these books still matter today.
Betsy Wurzel welcomes back Lisa Endo Cooper and Bremond Berry MacDougall, founders of Quite Literally Books — a women-owned heritage press dedicated to reviving lost literary works by women authors. In this inspiring conversation, Lisa and Bremond share the stories behind their three latest releases, how the...
Betsy Wurzel welcomes back Lisa Endo Cooper and Bremond Berry MacDougall, founders of Quite Literally Books — a women-owned heritage press dedicated to reviving lost literary works by women authors. In this inspiring conversation, Lisa and Bremond share the stories behind their three latest releases, how the...
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December 31, 2025 • 45 mins
Spreaker as Parenthood as a Workplace Asset reveals why supporting working parents benefits companies.
Betsy Wurzel welcomes authors Mark Kaplan and Mason Donovan to discuss their new book, The Parenthood Advantage, and how parenthood should be seen as a workplace asset. Drawing from research and their own experiences as parents of twins, they explore how parenting builds leadership skills like time management, empathy, and resilien...
Betsy Wurzel welcomes authors Mark Kaplan and Mason Donovan to discuss their new book, The Parenthood Advantage, and how parenthood should be seen as a workplace asset. Drawing from research and their own experiences as parents of twins, they explore how parenting builds leadership skills like time management, empathy, and resilien...
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December 28, 2025 • 59 mins
Hear how women bravely resisted the Nazis — and why it matters.
On this episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel speaks with Holocaust educator and author Joanne D. Gilbert about the power of survivor stories and the bravery of Jewish women who resisted the Nazis. Joanne shares how growing up in a Jewish community surrounded by Holocaust Survivors shaped her life’s work in education, remembrance, and resistance.
She discusse...
On this episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel speaks with Holocaust educator and author Joanne D. Gilbert about the power of survivor stories and the bravery of Jewish women who resisted the Nazis. Joanne shares how growing up in a Jewish community surrounded by Holocaust Survivors shaped her life’s work in education, remembrance, and resistance.
She discusse...
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December 22, 2025 • 57 mins
Discover the untold truths of the Vietnam War in this powerful interview with decorated veteran Jerry Glazer.
Betsy Wurzel welcomes Jerry Glazer, best-selling author of Vietnam Uncensored: 365 Days in a Nightmare, decorated Vietnam veteran, and public speaker. In this revealing interview, Jerry provides an unflinching look at his year serving in a Special Ops team and the harsh truths behind America’s involvement in Vietnam. He shar...
Betsy Wurzel welcomes Jerry Glazer, best-selling author of Vietnam Uncensored: 365 Days in a Nightmare, decorated Vietnam veteran, and public speaker. In this revealing interview, Jerry provides an unflinching look at his year serving in a Special Ops team and the harsh truths behind America’s involvement in Vietnam. He shar...
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December 22, 2025 • 53 mins
Betsy Wurzel welcomes Mr. Jay, a Certified Betrayal Trauma Practitioner and Interpersonal Relationship Coach, for a heartfelt and deeply meaningful conversation about emotional healing and reclaiming personal truth.
Mr. Jay shares the inspiration behind his children’s book I Am Loved Right Where I Am and his powerful 90-day healing journal From Tears to Transformation.
He explains how betrayal often leaves people feeling ashamed, bro...
Mr. Jay shares the inspiration behind his children’s book I Am Loved Right Where I Am and his powerful 90-day healing journal From Tears to Transformation.
He explains how betrayal often leaves people feeling ashamed, bro...
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December 20, 2025 • 55 mins
Discover how trauma can live in the body — and what happens when we finally listen.
In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, I spoke with Mitch Webb, a holistic health and somatic coach who opened up about his powerful journey of healing. After facing a traumatic brain injury, Lyme disease, pre-diabetes, multiple COVID infections, a car accident, and burnout, Mitch realized his body had been trying to get his attention all along.
We d...
In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, I spoke with Mitch Webb, a holistic health and somatic coach who opened up about his powerful journey of healing. After facing a traumatic brain injury, Lyme disease, pre-diabetes, multiple COVID infections, a car accident, and burnout, Mitch realized his body had been trying to get his attention all along.
We d...
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December 15, 2025 • 49 mins
What AI Really Means for Our Lives
In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, Betsy Wurzel speaks with author David Eliot about what artificial intelligence really means for our daily lives — including its impact on health, ethics, and how we interact with technology. David shares insights from his book Artificially Intelligent: The Very Human Story of AI, exploring both the promises and the risks of AI in today’s world.
Learn more abou...
In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, Betsy Wurzel speaks with author David Eliot about what artificial intelligence really means for our daily lives — including its impact on health, ethics, and how we interact with technology. David shares insights from his book Artificially Intelligent: The Very Human Story of AI, exploring both the promises and the risks of AI in today’s world.
Learn more abou...
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December 11, 2025 • 52 mins
Discover how Anne Hand uncovers a lost family legacy in this emotional conversation with Betsy Wurzel.
In this episode, Betsy Wurzel interviews author Anne Hand about her book Austrian Again: Reclaiming a Lost Legacy. Anne shares how she uncovered hidden family history, learned the truth about her relatives, and reclaimed her Austrian citizenship.
This powerful discussion may encourages youvto explore your own family stories and unde...
In this episode, Betsy Wurzel interviews author Anne Hand about her book Austrian Again: Reclaiming a Lost Legacy. Anne shares how she uncovered hidden family history, learned the truth about her relatives, and reclaimed her Austrian citizenship.
This powerful discussion may encourages youvto explore your own family stories and unde...
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December 9, 2025 • 55 mins
A down-to-earth conversation about what truly drives motivation and why passion alone isn’t always the answer.
In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, Betsy talks with Dr. Bobby Hoffman about his new book, The Paradox of Passion: How Rewards Covertly Control Motivation. They discuss why passion can be wonderful, but why depending too much on passion can create problems. They also talk about the book cover and the icons that represen...
In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, Betsy talks with Dr. Bobby Hoffman about his new book, The Paradox of Passion: How Rewards Covertly Control Motivation. They discuss why passion can be wonderful, but why depending too much on passion can create problems. They also talk about the book cover and the icons that represen...
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December 4, 2025 • 48 mins
Award-winning reporter Charlie Wells joins Betsy Wurzel to discuss What Happened to Millennials, exploring identity, culture, technology, and how this generation is reshaping the world. A powerful conversation you won’t want to miss.
In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, Betsy Wurzel speaks with award-winning journalist Charlie Wells about his new book, What Happened to Millennials: In Defense of a Generation. Charlie shares why h...
In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, Betsy Wurzel speaks with award-winning journalist Charlie Wells about his new book, What Happened to Millennials: In Defense of a Generation. Charlie shares why h...
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November 24, 2025 • 56 mins
Discover how three fearless women transformed breast cancer awareness and inspired generations to advocate for their health, from treatment choices to early detection breakthroughs.
In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel speaks with award-winning author and historian Judith L. Pearson about the fearless women who transformed breast cancer awareness and patient advocacy. These Breast Cancer Advocacy Pioneers—Shirle...
In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel speaks with award-winning author and historian Judith L. Pearson about the fearless women who transformed breast cancer awareness and patient advocacy. These Breast Cancer Advocacy Pioneers—Shirle...
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November 20, 2025 • 50 mins
A powerful conversation with Adrienne Bender as she shares her children’s stories, her journey through loss, and the strength it takes to keep living with purpose and love.
In this heartfelt episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel speaks with author, Registered Nurse, and grief recovery specialist Adrienne Bender about her courageous path through unimaginable loss and the resilience that shaped her into the woman she is to...
In this heartfelt episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel speaks with author, Registered Nurse, and grief recovery specialist Adrienne Bender about her courageous path through unimaginable loss and the resilience that shaped her into the woman she is to...
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November 17, 2025 • 47 mins
Discover how understanding economics can empower everyday Americans. Howard Yaruss joins Betsy Wurzel to explain inflation, Social Security, Medicare, and the financial myths shaping our daily lives.
In this enlightening episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel talks with Howard Yaruss — economist, professor, attorney, businessman, and author of Understandable Economics. Howard breaks down how our economic system works in s...
In this enlightening episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel talks with Howard Yaruss — economist, professor, attorney, businessman, and author of Understandable Economics. Howard breaks down how our economic system works in s...
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November 10, 2025 • 52 mins
What if dementia care could be guided by love and knowledge — not fear? Dr. Ethelle Lord joins Betsy Wurzel to share how education is changing caregiving forever.
In this enlightening episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel speaks with Dr. Ethelle Lord, founder of the International Caregivers Association (ICA) and a pioneer in transforming how dementia care is taught and delivered worldwide. Betsy and Dr. Lord share their ...
In this enlightening episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel speaks with Dr. Ethelle Lord, founder of the International Caregivers Association (ICA) and a pioneer in transforming how dementia care is taught and delivered worldwide. Betsy and Dr. Lord share their ...
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November 6, 2025 • 54 mins
Discover how Lisa and Scott Brearley built a love rooted in authenticity, healing, and growth in this heartwarming conversation with Betsy Wurzel.
In this inspiring episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel welcomes Lisa and Scott Brearley, co-hosts of the Soulmates and Suitcases Podcast, for a powerful discussion about love, healing, and living with intention. Lisa and Scott share how they met during a seven-day self-develo...
In this inspiring episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel welcomes Lisa and Scott Brearley, co-hosts of the Soulmates and Suitcases Podcast, for a powerful discussion about love, healing, and living with intention. Lisa and Scott share how they met during a seven-day self-develo...
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November 4, 2025 • 50 mins
A stolen painting. A survivor’s courage. A thief’s redemption. Betsy and author Bill Frisco explore how truth and love can outlast hate and history.
In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel speaks with Bill Frisco, author of Every Day Is Like Sunday: The Silent Re-Looting of Art Stolen by the Nazis. Their heartfelt conversation explores how a chance meeting at the Jersey Shore in 1985 inspired a story of stolen Jewi...
In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel speaks with Bill Frisco, author of Every Day Is Like Sunday: The Silent Re-Looting of Art Stolen by the Nazis. Their heartfelt conversation explores how a chance meeting at the Jersey Shore in 1985 inspired a story of stolen Jewi...
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November 4, 2025 • 51 mins
Betsy Wurzel and guest Kristen Griffin share heartfelt ways to help children build confidence, calm, and self-worth through kindness, creativity, and connection.
In this powerful episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel asks a question every parent should consider: Is your child growing up confident—or just getting by? Betsy welcomes Kristen Griffin, founder of Happy Happy Everything, Inc., to discuss how parents and caregi...
In this powerful episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel asks a question every parent should consider: Is your child growing up confident—or just getting by? Betsy welcomes Kristen Griffin, founder of Happy Happy Everything, Inc., to discuss how parents and caregi...
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October 27, 2025 • 49 mins
“When doctors said ‘never,’ one mother proved them wrong. Hear how Jane Fischer’s daughter Suzy defied all odds.
In this heartfelt interview, Betsy Wurzel talks with Jane Fischer, author of If You Knew Suzy: Pushing Past the Boundaries of Never with Carol Ann Ross. Jane shares her journey as the mother of Suzy, who was born with severe brain abnormalities. Doctors said Suzy would never walk, talk, or live independently—but with love...
In this heartfelt interview, Betsy Wurzel talks with Jane Fischer, author of If You Knew Suzy: Pushing Past the Boundaries of Never with Carol Ann Ross. Jane shares her journey as the mother of Suzy, who was born with severe brain abnormalities. Doctors said Suzy would never walk, talk, or live independently—but with love...
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October 23, 2025 • 57 mins
Think healing from childhood trauma is impossible? Betsy Wurzel and Steven Eichenblatt prove it’s not—through truth, courage, and forgiveness.
In this heartfelt interview, Betsy Wurzel speaks with Steven Eichenblatt, author of Pretend They Are Dead: A Father’s Search for the Truth, about transforming trauma into triumph through courage, forgiveness, and self-awareness. Steven’s memoir became a #1 Amazon bestseller in both New Releas...
In this heartfelt interview, Betsy Wurzel speaks with Steven Eichenblatt, author of Pretend They Are Dead: A Father’s Search for the Truth, about transforming trauma into triumph through courage, forgiveness, and self-awareness. Steven’s memoir became a #1 Amazon bestseller in both New Releas...
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