A Cup of Jo Podcast: Recent Episodes
Jovanie Smith
A Cup of Jo Podcast affords the opportunity for listeners to dive into different perspectives on life, uplift individuals around us that are doing excellent work in their communities and challenges listeners to join in on the converations
In this episode, Jo gets back on the mic and shares her thoughts about her 36th year and what she is expecting! Make sure to subscribe to A Cup of Jo Podcast!
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This episode is a celebration of food! Jo honors the trailblazer Lena Richards, highlighting food, culture, and encouraging listeners to connect communally through food.
Food is creativity.
Food is storytelling.
Food is power.
And when Black women lead in spaces where their voices were once erased, thatβs history being rewritten with flavor.
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This episode is a celebration, not a lecture. Jo honors Black History Month with joy, humor, and heart, reminding us that Black history isnβt just something we remember, itβs something we live every day. From culture and creativity to community and everyday brilliance, this conversation uplifts the past while celebrating the present.
Because Black history didnβt stop, it evolved.
This episode is sponsored by Black history, fully updated, still evolving, and very much alive.
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Winter is doing the absolute most β the cold, the gray skies, and the sun clocking out before dinner. In this episode, Jo gets dramatic (and honest) about being a summer girl stuck in winter, how the season can feel heavy, and what it really takes to create joy when everything outside feels dreary. Funny, cozy, and real, this is your reminder that even in the coldest season, you can still find warmth, peace, and purpose.
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In this special flashback episode, Jo sits down with her dad β lovingly known as the Haitian Sensation β for a conversation filled with stories, culture, laughter, and wisdom. From family history to life lessons, this episode celebrates heritage, perspective, and the voices that shape who we become.
A reminder that some of the best conversations live right inside our families.
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How Community Held Me Together Last Year
Last year wasnβt something Jo navigated alone. In this episode, she reflects on how community showed up in quiet, meaningful ways through friends, family, faith, and creative spaces and how allowing herself to receive support became a form of strength.
A gentle reminder that independence isnβt the same as isolation, and that being held by others can be just as powerful as holding yourself together.
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This episode is a reminder that you donβt need a rebrand to grow. Jo talks about releasing the pressure to reinvent yourself in January and choosing rest, clarity, and sustainability instead. A conversation about honoring who you already are and moving into the new year with less hustle and more honesty.
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January Is Not a Sprint
January doesnβt need to be rushed. In this episode, Jo discusses slowing down, rejecting fake urgency, and starting the year with intention rather than pressure. A gentle reminder that rest is not falling behind.
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Jo kicks off December with a warm, funny, and honest recap of Thanksgiving and a look at what this final month of the year really means. From family chaos to holiday magic, this episode is all about slowing down, reflecting, and stepping into December with softness, clarity, and a little sparkle.
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In this episode, Jo dives into the practice of gratitude β not the Pinterest version, but the everyday kind that shows up between the coffee refills, the interruptions, and the little reminders that life is still good. From overlooked blessings to tiny joys that save our days, this episode explores how gratitude shifts our mindset, softens our hearts, and helps us find beauty right where we are.
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In this episode, Jo talks through the time she leaped, packed up her life, and moved to the South of France. She shares what led to that decision, what the leap really entailed, the fears that accompanied it, and how stepping into the unknown became one of the best choices she has ever made.
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Welcome to A Cup of Jo Podcast: The Comeback Season. β
Sheβs back, yβall β new mic, new energy, same heart. Join host Jovanie J. Smith as she pours into real talk, laughter, and stories about growth, purpose, and the beauty of starting again.
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ποΈ Welcome to the Recap Episodes!
Weβre taking a trip down memory lane as we revisit some of the best moments from past seasons! Whether youβre a new listener catching up or a longtime fan reliving the highlights, this series will bring you the key takeaways, fan-favorite discussions, and behind-the-scenes insights.
β¨ Get ready to rewind, reflect, and relive the journey!
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ποΈ Welcome to Season 1 of the A Cup of Jo Podcast! In this special recap episode, we're hitting rewind and revisiting our first episode. Whether you're a new listener or a longtime fan, join us as we reflect on how it started, highlight key moments, and share behind-the-scenes insights.
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Thank you for tuning inβletβs take it back to where it all began!
ποΈ Welcome to Season 6 of A Cup of Jo Podcast! Join us on this exciting journey as we dive into a new season! π
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Thank you for tuning in, and let's make Season 6 unforgettable!
ποΈ Welcome to Season 6 of A Cup of Jo Podcast! Join us on this exciting journey as we dive into a new season.π
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Thank you for tuning in, and let's make Season 6 unforgettable!
ποΈ Welcome to Season 6 of A Cup of Jo Podcast! Join us on this exciting journey as we dive into a new season!π
Connect with us:
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Thank you for tuning in, and let's make Season 6 unforgettable!
ποΈ Welcome to Season 6 of A Cup of Jo Podcast! Join us on this exciting journey as we dive into a new season. YOU KNOW WHAT TIME IT IS! IT'S BLACK HISTORY MONTH AND JO IS ABOUT TO ACT BLICKTY BLACK THIS MONTH! π
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Thank you for tuning in, and let's make Season 6 unforgettable!
ποΈ Welcome to Season 6 of A Cup of Jo Podcast! Join us on this exciting journey as we dive into a new season. In this episode, Jo is navigating the winter blues! I know you are probably thinking girl, please! Please tune in and hear what she has to say!
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Thank you for tuning in, and let's make Season 6 unforgettable!
ποΈ Welcome to Season 6 of A Cup of Jo Podcast! Join us on this exciting journey as we dive into a new season. In this episode, Jo welcomes you, promising engaging content, insightful interviews, and lots of surprises. Let's explore healthy habits, handling success, and ways to grow into the new year. π
Connect with us:
π§ Email: acupofjopodcast@gmail.com
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Thank you for tuning in, and let's make Season 6 unforgettable!
Welcome to Season 6 of A Cup of Jo Podcast! ποΈ Join us on this exciting journey as we dive into a new season! In this episode, Jo welcomes you to the new season, promising engaging content, insightful interviews, and lots of surprises.
Connect with us:
π§ Email: acupofjopodcast@gmail.com
π± Follow us on Instagram
π Visit our website: coming soon
Thank you for tuning in, and let's make Season 6 unforgettable!
Welcome to Season 6 of A Cup of Jo Podcast! ποΈ Join us on this exciting journey as we dive into a new season! In this episode, Jo welcomes you to the new season, promising engaging content, insightful interviews, and lots of surprises.
Connect with us:
π§ Email: acupofjopodcast@gmail.com
π± Follow us on Instagram
π Visit our website: coming soon
Thank you for tuning in, and let's make Season 6 unforgettable!
A Cup of Jo Podcast brings you another episode! In this episode, Jo discusses the definition of a Situationship, attraction, and more.Β