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The Diva and The Doc

The Diva and The Doc

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Hosted by lifetime best friends Jade (the "Diva Darling") and Karen (the Med Spa owner and former flight nurse), this podcast brings you a hilarious, real-talk slice of life. Moving from their viral Facebook Lives straight to the podcast mic, Jade and Karen are keeping it 100% raw about what it takes to reinvent yourself, start new businesses, and navigate the chaotic hustle of family life, college kids, and aging parents.

From behind-the-scenes aesthetic secrets and wellness tips to local stories and the truths about balancing it all, they are here to be your ultimate cheerleaders. If you're ready to laugh out loud, gain a massive confidence boost, and get inspired to take big chances, you’re in the right place.

Hit subscribe, grab a front-row seat, and let's journey together! 🎉💋Copyright The Diva and The Doc Arte Scienze sociali
Episodi
  • Episode 3 - Midlife Career Pivots: From Corporate Cosmetics to Medical Esthetics

    Episode 3 - Midlife Career Pivots: From Corporate Cosmetics to Medical Esthetics
    Jul 6 2026
    In this episode of The Diva and the Doc, hosts Jade and Karen prove that your 50s aren't the time to slow down—they are the perfect time to completely reinvent your professional life. This week, the duo dives deep into the trials, triumphs, and mindsets required to successfully navigate massive midlife career transitions.

    First, Jade traces her evolution as an entrepreneur. She reflects on the incredible 10-year journey of building her cosmetic brand, Lipstick Diva, from a side hustle in a local gift shop into a massive wholesale operation spanning over 450 stores across the U.S. and Canada. She opens up about the burning out that led her to temporarily step away, only for an unexpected opportunity to spark her biggest pivot yet. Jade shares an exclusive look at her current rebranding evolution into The Diva Darling and what it takes to prepare a product line for a major national premiere on the Home Shopping Network (HSN) alongside legendary inventor Joy Mangano.

    Then, Karen opens up about her own high-stakes career pivot. After a grueling yet rewarding 30-year career as a flight nurse and critical care first responder, she knew it was time to step away from the 24-hour shifts for her own mental well-being. Karen discusses going back to school to become a nurse practitioner and taking the ultimate entrepreneurial leap in her 50s: transitioning into the world of medical aesthetics and launching her own med spa. She shares how she "hit the ground running," seeking out world-class training to fast-track her expertise in a booming industry.

    Additionally, the hosts touch on the joys and unique challenges of bringing the next generation into the fold, discussing what it’s really like to run a family business alongside their daughters. Whether you are feeling stuck in your current job, navigating a corporate rebrand, or wondering if it's too late to pursue a lifelong passion, this episode is your ultimate guide to embracing the midlife pivot with confidence, grit, and a little bit of humor.
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    43 min
  • Episode 2 - Beauty Shop Gossip, Randy Travis, & Steak-and-Lipstick

    Episode 2 - Beauty Shop Gossip, Randy Travis, & Steak-and-Lipstick
    Jun 22 2026
    Welcome back to The Diva and the Doc! In this inspiring "slice of life" episode, Jade and Karen dive deep into what it really takes to transition from traditional career paths into successful entrepreneurs. If you’ve ever felt trapped by the "cookie-cutter" expectations of school or business, this episode is your ultimate guide to trusting your instincts and finding your authentic purpose. Inside This Episode:
    • The Reality of Caregiving: Jade shares a hilarious look at "babysitting" her husband Nick after a major ACL surgery—including why she threatened him with a visit from Karen!
    • From Emergency Medicine to Aesthetics: Karen opens up about her 20-year career journey from an EMT to a high-flying flight nurse and educator covering the state of Florida, all while balancing motherhood and overcoming family hardships.
    • The Power of Creative Marketing: Jade reveals how being raised in a beauty shop and embracing her creative mind (despite struggling with math and ADHD) led her from teaching and pharmaceutical sales to becoming a top-producing beauty entrepreneur.
    • Life Advice for Your 18-Year-Old Self: The hosts share pivotal moments from their youth, the impact of great mentors, and why you don't need to prove anything to anyone but yourself.
    Key Takeaways & Timeless Wisdom:"If you do what you love, you never work a day in your life." Whether you are looking to make a major career pivot, navigating the balance of motherhood and business, or just need a 30-minute dose of laughs and girl power, Jade and Karen prove that digging your heels in and working hard always pays off.
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    34 min
  • Episode 1 - The Price of Beauty & Other Slices of Life

    Episode 1 - The Price of Beauty & Other Slices of Life
    Jun 8 2026
    Welcome to the very first episode! After years of sharing their journey on Facebook Live, lifelong friends Jade (the "Diva Darling") and Karen (owner of Alicia Med Spa and former flight nurse) are officially jumping into the podcast world. They are here to prove that life doesn't stop at 50—in fact, it's just getting started. In this premiere episode, Jade and Karen pull back the curtain on what it really means to reinvent yourself, build businesses later in life, and navigate the beautifully chaotic "sandwich generation" season of managing college kids and aging parents. They keep it 100% real about the valleys, the peaks, and everything in between.

    What you’ll hear in this episode:
    • The Origin Story: How a preschool friendship in Panama City blossomed into a lifetime of loyalty and shared history.
    • The Truth About Aesthetics: Karen dishes on why Botox is the "gateway drug," what happens when you fry your face off with a chemical peel, and why female injectors have the best touch.
    • Future Teasers: A sneak peek into upcoming episodes covering GLP-1 weight loss journeys, hormone replacement therapy, and growing up local in 1980s Panama City.
    • Husband Chronicles: Jade introduces us to "The Grumpy Greek," his stubborn refusal to see a doctor after a ski injury, and the ultimate marriage sin: blocking her in the driveway.
    Whether you are here for the business advice, the anti-aging secrets, or just a good old-fashioned laugh, Jade and Karen are here to lift your spirits, drop some wisdom, and remind you to take a chance while you still have the breath to do it. "Failure is not falling down and staying down. You can always reinvent yourself and start over."
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    26 min
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