Middle Ground Podcast: Recent Episodes
Jo Johnson & Caroline Stelte
In this weekly podcast, Jo Johnson, a 28 year old entrepreneur turned content creator and, Caroline Stelte, a 22 year old autodidact just trying to figure it out, take you behind the scenes of their unlikely millennial vs gen z friendship. Join them as they offer an inside look into their careers, relationships, bizarre mindsets, and their ever evolving goal of making life one big party.
Join Caroline and Jo in this episode of the Middle Ground as they delve into the fascinating world of masculine and feminine energy. What do these concepts mean, and how do they influence our daily lives and relationships? Caroline and Jo share their personal experiences and perspectives on balancing these energies, and even get to a point of realization of do they even exists? Whether you're new to the topic or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode is sure to inspire and provoke thought. Don't miss out!
Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground! We're delighted to have you with us, and even more thrilled to welcome our guest and friend, Jacy Overstreet, to the mic. Jacy recently made the bold decision to leave her 9-5 job to pursue her passion for wedding photography full-time. In today's episode, we explore her journey to making the leap, her evolving path to living an authentic life, and we even ponder whether dogs have horoscopes! Tune in and enjoy the conversation!
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Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground! Today is our 4th birthday- OMG?! We are so happy to be back and better than ever. Tune in to chit chat with us and hear life updates. Thank you for being here xx
Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground! Caroline and Jo are back on the mics ft. our favorite guest, Raegan Buckley Snell. Raegan is in her bridal era and giving her advice on being a fiancé, wedding planning, and more! Tune in to chit chat with the girls.
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Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground! Caroline and Jo are discussing 5 things everyone should have before they turn 25. Tune in to hear their list and have a laugh!
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Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground, and happy love month! Jo and Caroline are on the mics discussing embracing core values and building strong bonds in friendships. Tune in to hear their perspective and maybe even learn a thing or two!
We're back!! Caroline and Jo are back on the mics for their first episode of 2024! Tune in and hear their Ins and Outs of 2024. Let's have a laugh, learn a little, and have the best year yet! Thanks for being here xx
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Hello, and welcome back to Middle Ground! Jo and Caroline are on the mics discussing navigating the holidays. They share their challenges with the holidays, pleasing family, etc. Tune in to listen!
Happy Holidays!
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Hello everyone, welcome back to Middle Ground! We are so happy that you are here. Caroline and Jo are catching you all up on life updates, and then getting straight into some Drink FOY questions. Caroline dives into her journey of sober curiosity, sobriety, 75 hard journey, and a quick timeline of how FOY came to be. Tune into listen!!
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Hello and happy Middle Ground Monday!! Jo and Caroline are on the mic with a life update- caught up with the girls as they chat about their new seasons of life.
Welcome back to Middle Ground with guest Abby Rose Graves, a remarkable individual whose small-town beginnings in Arkansas paved the way for a future filled with endless possibilities- and it’s only the beginning! In this episode, Jo and Caroline engage in a heartwarming conversation with Abby, discussing her upbringing, the transformative power of influence, her aspirations, and much more. Tune in!
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Hi, Barbie! Grab your popcorn, find your coziest spot, and prepare to tune in to Jo and Caroline's perspectives of the Barbie movie. The girls discuss their favorite moments of the movie, being a woman in today's society, being a cheerleader for women, and more! Tune in to listen!!
Happy Middle Ground Monday! Jo and Caroline are back on the mics discussing having confidence in yourself and your timeline. They dissect a tiktok by @auntychannn giving an airport analogy about everyone being on their own path in life. Listen in and maybe learn a thing or two!
Happy Monday! The girls are back on the mic discussing Caroline's South African trip. She dives into culture, game drives, being with locals, etc. Tune in to listen!!
Hello and Happy Middle Ground Monday! Jo and Caroline are on the mics doing a much requested Q & A episode. Tune in to hear advice about being in your 20s, boys, life in college, shaving, and more!
Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground Podcast! Jo and Caroline are back on the mics discussing the art of being cringe. Tune in to learn how to embrace your true self and lean into being cringe to get you farther in life!
Enjoy!
Happy Middle Ground Monday!! Jo and Caroline are on the mics discussing what all Jo has learned in her 20's, because she's turning 30 this week!! Tune in to hear her speak on this new chapter, what she learned, and what she's excited for in this new decade.
Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground! Jo and Caroline are on the mics this week interviewing the wonderful, Shawnaci Schroeder! Shawnaci is a full time content creator and a queen at living in the moment, and romanticizing her day-to-day life. Tune in to hear all of her tips and tricks, and her journey of self-discovery along the way.
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Hello, hello and happy Monday! Jo and Caroline are back on the mics discussing what it's like living with people with ADHD. They give stories, share tips, and more on how to feel less alone on both sides of their relationship. Tune in to listen!
Welcome back, Grounders! We are so happy your in our little corner of the internet. Tune in this week to hear us chat about letting people be wrong about you- it's not your job to make sure everyone's perceptions of you are correct. We really think you all will like this one- if you do, please share with a friend! We love you xx
Caroline and guest, Chris Parry take the mic this week discussing all things relationship, growing together, etc. Tune in to get a laugh, and maybe even learn a thing or two!
Happy Monday! Spring has Sprung, and Caroline and Jo are encouraging you all to get outside! 15 minutes a day is their challenge for each and everyone of you. Get some Vitamin D, roll your windows down when driving, ground yourself with your feet in the grass this Spring!
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Welcome back! Jo and Caroline are on the mics this week talking about how aging is a privilege. Tune in to hear their perspective on the topic, and maybe have a mindset shift along the way.
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Hello and happy Middle Ground Monday! Jo and Caroline are on mics this week talking about their current favorites. Tune in to hear the girls top products, fun updates, and more!
Hello and happy Spring!! We are so happy you are here with us! Tune in to hear the girls chat about their spring bucket lists!
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Hello and happy Middle Ground Monday! Caroline and Jo are finally back on the mic together again. Lots of updates from the girls as well as discussing how they maintain their energy, and not match to others around them! Tune in to catch up and maybe even learn a thing or two! We are so happy you are here.
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Hello, hello and welcome! Raegan and Caroline are on the mics talking about the bases to raising your standards. They guide you through the importance of raising your standards, as well as ways raising your standards will help you in all relationships. Tune in to listen!
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Happy Monday!! Raegan and Caroline are on the mic discussing photographer tip and tricks! Both Caroline and Raegan have been in the industry for 10 years, and have seen/ experienced a thing or two. Tune in to listen!
Hello! Hello, and welcome back to Middle Ground! Raegan is joining Caroline on the mic this week to discuss proposal horror stories- and how they want to be proposed to! Tune in to have a laugh!
Welcome BACK to Middle Ground! We are so happy you are here!! Join Caroline and guest, Raegan Snell this week to discuss Valentine's Day horror stories. Happy Love month!
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Jo and Caroline are back on the mic discussing their best tips of saving money, budgeting, and more!
Happy Middle Ground Monday! Jo and Caroline are seven years apart in age... In this episode they discuss the importance of maintaining relationships in different life phases. Enjoy!
Jo and Caroline are back on the mic discussing how to be more productive in 2023! We all made our goals for the year, but how do we keep them and actually make them reality? Tune in to hear.
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Caroline, Jo, and guest, Raegan are on the mic this week discussing all things holiday yay or nay! Tune in to get into the holiday spirit and have a laugh with the gals.
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Hello! Jo and Caroline are back on the mic discussing hosting etiquette. They dive into their favorite tips and tricks on being a hostess with the mostess! Tune in to hear what they have to save, and maybe even take notes for this holiday season!
Hello, happy Monday! Caroline and Chris are on the mic discussing holiday gift ideas for men and women. Tune in to get a laugh, get some gift ideas under your belt, and more. Happy Holidays!!
Happy Monday! Jo and Caroline have guest, Darcy Munoz on the mic this week discussing all things sustainability in the fashion world, fast fashion, keeping up with the trends, and more! Tune in to hear from Darcy- owner of "Darcy Apparel" and designer of the "The Darcy Collection." Darcy gives an insight into what fast fashion is doing to our planet and how to shop more mindfully. Tune in to listen!
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Happy Halloween! This week Jo and Caroline are back on the mic reading spooky stories-tune in for a scare! Hope you all have a safe and fun Halloween!
Caroline and Jo are on the mics this week discussing work-life balance! They talk about how they schedule out their days, and their tips and tricks that they think would benefit anyone listening. Tune in to listen!
Hello!! Welcome back to Middle Ground! Jo and Caroline are on the mics discussing navigating family schedules during the holidays! Tune in to get some tips and have a laugh!
Happy Monday, friends! Jo and Caroline are back on the mic talking about their favorite NWA recommendations. Tune in to hear all the places to see, eat, and shop in Northwest Arkansas!
Happy Thursday! Jo and Caroline read advice needed from listeners and react- tune in to listen!!
Happy Monday!! Jo and Caroline are back on the mic discussing a much requested topic, "How to focus on yourself and not compare." They give their best tips in tricks of how to stay in your own lane and not get caught up in other people. Tune in to listen!!
Happy Monday!
Caroline and Jo share their Fall 2022 bucket list with you all. It includes picking apples, advancing their cooking skills, and more! Tune in to listen!!
Back to school means back to the most dreaded-or amazing- times! Jo and Caroline are giving advise they would give to their younger selves. They discuss relationships, trusting your gut, and more! Tune in to listen!!
Happy Monday!! The girls are back on the mic discussing their pet peeves. Tune in to have a laugh, and maybe even relate to them?!
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This month Jo takes the mic solo to respond to your emails asking for advice and input!
On this week's episode Caroline is solo on the mic talking about her best travel tips! Visiting over 11 countries and multiple cities across the globe, Caroline feels like she has some unique tips from her experiences. Everything from safety, cheap flights, and more is in this episode- enjoy!
Happy August and "Back to School" month!! Chris and Caroline are on the mic reading listener emails of their worst "back to school" stories. This episode is perfect for a laugh, to calm your "back to school" nerves, and more!
Happy Monday!! The girls are back on the mic discussing how to actively participate in life and not let it pass you by. Jo and Caroline give their tips in living your life to the fullest and finding joy in the mundane- tune in to listen!
In this week's episode Jo and Caroline have guest Kelly Krout on the mic! Kelly is running for Lieutenant Governor of Arkansas this fall. They discuss the climate of our world, how to make an impact in your community, how your voice/vote matters, and more! Tune in to hear Kelly's story and why she feels she's the best fit for this position.
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Happy Thursday! The girls are back on the mic for this month's advice episode! They discuss asking boys out, heartbreak, working a job you hate, and more. Tune in to hear their advice!
Caroline is on the mic with guest, Chris Parry talking about his time in culinary school! Chris talks about his study abroad program, what it was like living in Italy, and more! Tune in to hear his experience, and feel inspired to travel!
On this week's episode Jo and her best friend, Jacy takes the mic discussing their experiences as first time moms! Jo and Jacy both had daughters in the summer of 2021, and they share their highs and lows of their first year of motherhood. Whether you are a first time mom, a mom- to- be, or thinking about kiddos for your future, you'll really enjoying the perspectives both girls bring to the mic! Enjoy!
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Happy Monday! The girls are back on the mic talking all about their two years of being on the mic and catching you all up on their life in general! Thank you all for the love and support you have shown us over the last two years, we wouldn't be here without you all!! xoxo
Hello, happy Middle Ground Monday! The girls are back on the mic to give you all some juicy family secrets and a fun Q&A at the end of their episode. Tune in to listen and be shocked!
Join us on this week's episode with guest, Raegan Snell!! The girls play a fun game of "Never Have I Ever." Get ready to laugh and learn a little bit more about Jo, Caroline, & Raegan!
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Happy Monday!! The girls are back on the mic with a very special guest, The Corporate Mama! Sarah gives insight on what it's like working for corporate America as a women and a mother, while also being a content creator! Tune in to hear her amazing perspective.
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Welcome back to season 3 of Middle Ground!! Jo and Caroline take take the mics catching up everyone on their lives! Jo finally moved in her new home and Caroline became an auntie! You're not going to want to miss it.
In this episode Jo and Caroline talk about the art of being delusional. The girls believe that being delusion can actually lead to a more happy and fulfilling life, and allow you to manifest your dreams! Tune in to hear their tips and tricks. Also, this will be the last episode until June! Middle Ground is taking a break to refresh and come back better than ever! Like always, if you have episode request please send those into hello@middlegroundpodcast.co
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Happy Monday, everyone!! This week we are switching it up and doing our advice episode for Monday, and are "regular" episode will launch on Thursday! Tune in to hear advice on changing your last name, if he's "the one," and having the baby talk with your partner!
Topics:
- Deciding to have kids: 11:28
- Investing in romantic relationships: 23:04
- Changing your last name: 29:13
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In this week's episode, Jo and Caroline discuss their tips for a successful Spring! Decluttering, decluttering, decluttering is what this episode is all about. Tune in to listen, and happy Spring!!
Topics:
- Refreshing in the new season: 19: 50
- Getting rid of clothes: 21:20
- Declutter your car: 31:37
- Don’t be embarrassed to be dirty: 36:36
- Declutter your mind: 47:31
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This week Jo and Matt take the mic to talk about the things you've always wanted to ask men!
Topics:
- Do you look past the emotional connection with women: 9:26
- Why do others opinions affect how you feel about a girl: 11:30
- Is sex really always on your mind: 14:46
- Should men pay for the first date: 18:00
- Why do men insist on women taking their last name: 21:31
- What do men think of women’s body hair: 24:28
- Do stretch marks bother you: 28:57
- Do you enjoy pillow talk: 31:17
- Thoughts on women making the first move: 32:15
- What does it feel like to run around without underwear on: 32:55
- Stereotype that impacts men the most: 34:34
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline have a guest with them! Raegan Snell joins the girls in a fun game of "Smash or Pass". Tune in to get a laugh in!
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Happy Thursday!! How is it already the end of March?? Jo and Caroline are discuss all things friendship, how to build a community, moving, and more! Tune in to listen!
Topics:
- How to set myself up for a successful move: 8:29
- Quitting Comparison: 16:15
- Making your own friends as an adult: 18:47
- Friends that care about approval: 24:33
- Deciding where to move: 31:35
- Places to go in Rome: 38:22
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss the power of minding your own business. They dive into the importance of staying in your own lane while also being a good cheerleader for others. Tune in to have a listen!!
Topics:
- Life is full of peaks and valleys: 5:06
- Always looking for the next good thing: 6:45
- Staying in your own lane: 11:30
- You can be two things at once: 15:05
- Consuming media: 16:18
- How to be a better friend: 21:01
- Stop taking things personal: 26:05
- People don’t think like you do: 27:53
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Happy Middle Ground Monday! The girls are on the mic this week talking all about how being basic isn't bad! They dive into how staying true to who you are is what will bring you the most happiness. Tune in to listen!
Topics:
- Letting others opinions impact what you like: 6:39
- Things are basic for a reason 8:08
- Deciding things are only for some people: 10:08
- Embrace your passions: 14:04
- Pay attention to what you give value to: 18:18
- “Basic” is misogynistic 22:39
- You can’t live life if you're living it for others: 24:24
- The culture around shopping: 25:09
- Unintentionally being mean: 33:05
- Quit hanging out with people that judge you: 36:33
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In this episode of Middle Ground, Jo and Caroline discuss how to manage their screen time. Although they both admit they are no experts in this field, the girls give their best tips and ticks to living a life beyond technology. Tune in to listen!!
Topics:
- Eliminating all screens, not just your phone: 9:45
- Focus on a positive use of screen time: 12:43
- Obsessing over the lives of others 15:50
- Choose who you follow: 18:25
- Don’t use your phone to cope: 22:02
- Binge watching T.V.: 25:00
- Time limits: 28:35
- Get a real alarm clock: 29:07
- You don’t need instant contact with everyone: 30:33
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Happy Thursday!! Every last Thursday of every month, Jo and Caroline answer any advice needed by listeners. This week however, Matt Overby is on the mic with Jo. They answer questions of listeners, and Jo asks Matt what he would tell his younger self.
Topics:
- Less stress around money: 2:15
- Moving out on your own: 11:34
- Giving relationships effort: 15:36
- 3 things Matt would tell younger him: 29:44
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Jo takes the mic solo to talk the things she would immediately tell younger her if given the opportunity.
Topics:
- One moment can change your entire course of life: 2:53
- Always be making new friends: 4:50
- Document Everything: 7:18
- Take care of yourself: 11:10
- Your mom is always right: 12:13
- You get what you put into relationships: 14:00
- Celebrate the people around you: 17:39
- You don’t need that: 19:02
- Learn to meditate 25:19
- You look great: 27:17
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss the evolution of social media. They dive into how consuming it is, what their first social was, and more! Tune in to here an interesting conversation about what consumes most of our lives.
Topics:
- The first forms of social media: 14:12
- The pivot to influencers: 25:50
- Are internet personalities celebrities: 30:57
- Relatability online: 37:25
- Casual Instagram: 45:34
- TikTok: 50:27
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Jo and Caroline have shot over 200+ weddings and they have quite literally seen it all! Join them as they give their “do’s and don’ts” of weddings! They discuss wedding favors, dj vs. bands, and more! Bride to be or not, you’ll most likely enjoy this lighthearted episode!
Topics:
- Small vs big weddings: 7:19
- Family photos: 12:21
- Reception outfit change: 17:48
- It’s not your mom's day: 18:25
- First looks: 19:18
- Bride and groom set the tone: 22:40
- Wedding favors: 26:44
- Your dress gets dirty: 28:30
- Get the videographer: 30:15
- Late night snacks: 31:30
- DJs vs bands: 33:32
- First kiss photo: 35:09
- Maid of Honor: 36:44
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In this weeks episode Jo chats with guest host, her husband, Matt Overby, about their first seven months as parents. They also give a quick rundown of where they are in the renovation process!
Topic:
- The most shocking thing about having an infant: 5:12
- Letting go of the logical: 11:25
- How our relationship has shifted : 17:14
- What we are excited for: 30:23
- House Update: 32:13
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We made it to the end of the month - first advice episode Caroline takes the mic to talk about all things friendship, jealousy, living with your SO, and more!
Questions:
- Should I Transfer Colleges: 2:00
- How to stop jealous feelings and make friends: 6:24
- What to do when you have problems with parents: 11:05
- How to deal with high school friendships: 14:16
- Living with Chris: 19:33
- What would you invent: 24:44
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In this week’s episode Caroline is solo on the mic talking all about her puppy, Frankie. Caroline answers listener questions on Frankie’s training, personality, potty training tips and so much more! Tune in to get all the puppy fever;)
Topics:
- Getting Frankie: 5:40
- Deciding to train her: 14:57
- Biggest fears with owning a dog: 24:29
- Does she have trouble off lease: 27:30
- Would you send her to doggy daycare: 28:58
- How does she do alone: 30:20
- Advice for potty training: 32:07
- Why did you decide on a dog: 33:30
- Would you make dog food: 34:08
- Potty and crate training: 37:35
- Do you want to take her on vacations 41:09
- Favorite pet shop: 42:58
- Daily dog training routine: 44:24
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline are back on the mic for their first episode of 2022!! They are discussing the difference between style, trends, & taste in order to live a more purposeful life.
Topics:
- Keeping up with trends: 8:19
- Trends in home décor: 16:26
- When to shop trends: 30:06
- Do you like it because it’s good style or your taste: 35:52
- Get off the internet: 47:00
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss their 2021 as a whole, share their new goals for the new year, and give advice on how they set their goals. This is the last episode of 2021, and the girls will be back and better than ever in January.
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- 2022 word of the year: 10:56
- Year in review: 13:54
- Goals for 2022: 20:37
- Steps for goal setting: 43:47
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Happy Monday!! In this week's episode Jo and Caroline dive into their Spotify wrapped!! Tune in to hear their top artist and more fun statistics.
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Happy Middle Ground Monday! Today Caroline is on the mic answering some listener questions. Tune in to hear advice on high school advice, people pleasing, and more!
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Topics:
- Advice for your high school self: 1:58
- How to cope with sadness: 6:57
- How to deal with others opinions of you: 11:45
- How to quit your job: 16:06
- Do likes matter for creating content: 22:20
- Recommendations for NWA: 26:40
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss finding the balance between preparing vs. living. They give their tips on how they conquer finding the middle ground in their lives.
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Topics:
- Set your priorities: 13:56
- Live with purpose: 19:21
- Learning to say no to what doesn’t bring you joy: 22:28
- Realizing it’s good to have routines and plans: 26:10
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This week Jo's husband, Matt, is on the podcast telling their story of becoming homeowners. They cover their first home purchase, the home the built, and the home they are current renovating. Stick around until the end to hear this week's small business shoutouts!
Topics:
- How We Bought Our First Home: 7:49
- Building our Second Home: 14:11
- Renovating our Third Home: 23:00
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In this episode Jo and Caroline discuss how important it is to be a cheerleader for others. They dive into how everyone in life is on their own path, and it's not a competition. Tune in to hear advice on how to be a better cheerleader for others!
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- Stop Focusing on Everyone Else: 8:36
- Showing Up for Others: 12:42
- Friendship Ups and Downs: 16:34
- More to Celebrate: 20:34
- You Can’t Win Life: 28:33
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In this episode Chris and Caroline are on the mic! They are breaking down the steps their taking to moving in together. Listen in to hear some advice, have a laugh, and more!
Topics:
- Pros and Cons for living together: 13:48
- How do you bring it up to your family: 18:45
- Struggles living together: 24:38
- Separate spaces and décor: 32:44
- Trust: 37:30
- How we split responsibilities: 38:11
- Know your love languages: 44:48
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Happy Thursday!! Every last Thursday of every month, Jo and Caroline answer any advice needed by listeners. This week however, Chris Parry (Caroline's boyfriend) is on the mic with Caroline. They answer questions of listeners, and Caroline asks Chris some male questions at the end to get a male perspective on the pod! Tune in to hear some advice and have a laugh.
Questions:
- Introducing a significant other to your family: 3:54
- Balancing friendships and romantic relationships: 9:42
- How to fill a friendship void: 17:30
- What is your biggest ick: 26:35
- Number one quality to look for in a partner: 31:22
- How to show you’re interested in someone: 32:35
- Can guys and girls be platonic best friends: 37:45
- Least favorite fashion trend: 40:38
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Happy Halloween week! Jo and Caroline are on the mic this week reading spooky stories. Tune in to get into the Halloween spirit!!
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In this episode Jo and Caroline direct the quote, "Don't work at who you want to be, work at who you are." They dive into the importance of knowing yourself and what real really about, not living for other people's expectations of you.
Topics:
- Figuring out who you are vs. trying to be who you want: 14:22
- Tips for focusing on who you are: 17:40
- Changing your identity based on who is around you: 25:43
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline dive into the topic of being an entrepreneur. Listen in to hear ways they life to stay organized in their life- while balancing work and play.
Topics:
- Time management differences: 16:51
- You deserve a personal life: 25:56
- Finding time for social media 29:54
- Structure things you don’t like: 37:29
- Don’t be afraid to outsource: 43:43
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline dive into toxic positivity, being "too confident," and other people not liking you.
Topics:
- Am I too confident email: 7:25
- Insecurity surrounding your character: 12:15
- Different perspectives: 16:05
- Sharing the good on social media: 18:00
- It’s not about you: 19:37
- We can all be unhealthy: 22:35
- Handling negative feedback and friendships ending: 26:59
- Taking separate paths: 28:50
- You can’t be too confident: 32:13
- Secure vs. confident: 40:47
- Mean DM: 48:20
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Happy Thursday! Every last Thursday of each month Jo and Caroline read listener emails advice column!! In this episode they are talking all about new jobs, dealing with bad MIL, balancing school & sports, and more!
Questions:
- How to overcome a lack of belonging at work: 9:45
- How to balance all your commitments: 16:52
- Advice on starting a new job: 23:29
- Tips for staying motivated: 26:00
- Issues with in-law's: 34:58
- How to balance your life as your own boss: 42:10
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline are talking about how to say the dreaded word... "no." Saying "no" can be hard for some, but it is actually a form of self care in some cases. Tune in to hear the girls chat away about their reasoning saying no is beneficial.
Topics:
- Saying no is a form of self care: 21:51
- The worst they can say is no: 23:28
- Know your values and who you are: 25:10
- Ways to say no: 27:10
- Saying no to family: 30:22
- Telling yourself no: 39:10
- You can say yes: 45:38
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In this episode Caroline is solo on the mic talking about her new puppy, Frankie!! She explains her adoption process, why she chose a Dalmatian, and how training is going so far!
In this episode Jo and Caroline discuss how to be a hot girl allll year round- not just in the summer! They give their best tips on how to keep your mindset healthy and how to enjoy the present moment in whatever season you're in.
Topics:
- Goals for the fall: 12:41
- Your freedom isn’t gone: 16:38
- There is always something good: 20:33
- Enjoy the change: 22:57
- Handling change with your partner: 25:25
- Hot girl year round: 26:58
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline read listener's secret confession stories!! If you want a goo laugh please give this episode a listen.
Every last Thursday of the month Jo and Caroline read answer advice you have! Tune in to here advice on high school drama, birth control, and more!
Questions:
- Advice on birth control: 8:38
- Advice on finding friends: 12:18
- How to know you are on the right path: 17:54
- How to remove someone who makes you feel bad: 22:23
- How to deal with mean peers: 25:56
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In this week's episode of Middle Ground, Jo and Caroline talk with you about capsule wardrobes. They tell you the importance of incorporating stable items into your closet. Tune in to listen!
Topics:
- What is a capsule wardrobe: 5:50
- Why you would want a capsule wardrobe: 9:09
- Get rid of clothes that don’t serve you: 12:38
- Invest in pieces: 14:00
- How to start a capsule wardrobe: 18:50
- Know when will work for you: 26:56
- Look online for inspiration: 31:18
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline answer fun questions about themselves to get listeners' get to know them a little more! Tune in to hear lots of laughs
Questions:
- What was your favorite age growing up: 16:05
- Extrovert or introvert: 17:24
- How many siblings do you have: 20:42
- Favorite Holiday: 23:04
- Favorite sleeping position: 23:51
- Camping or beach: 25:32
- WHat song gets you on the dance floor: 26:30
- Do you like crust on your sandwich or not: 31:17
- Cook or order in: 32:57
- Favorite board game: 34:00
- How do you take your latte: 34:47
- What activity instantly calms you: 35:55
- Do you sleep with a top sheet: 36:28
- What would you do if you won the lottery: 38:08
- When did you start working: 41:45
- When did you start your period: 42:30
- How would 10 year old you react to you now: 43:34
- What annoys you the most: 45:30
- Your most prized possession: 48:35
- What can’t you live without: 50:12
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline answer financial questions sent in by listeners. Tune in to hear their tips on budgeting, "money is energy" mindset, and more! You're not going to want to miss out!
Topics:
- How to budget while maintaining money is energy mindset: 9:42
- How to know when to spend the money you save: 15:39
- Tips for teenagers: 19:18
- How to stop buying things you don’t need: 21:42
- Finance books and creators we recommend: 29:43
- How much to spend on yourself: 32:04
- Building a wardrobe on a budget: 36:45
- Creative ways to make extra money: 44:15
- Buying vs. renting: 48:08
- How to recoup after a big purchase: 52:56
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Happy Monday! In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss assumptions about their generations. Tune in to see you if you agree or disagree.
Topics:
- Short attention spans: 10:09
- Stability vs dream job: 14:27
- How they respond to the political climate: 19:57
- Concern about the cost of education: 23:22
- Gen Z are better multi taskers: 28:13
- Kids and technology: 36:25
- Gen Z tends to ghost and job hop: 40:30
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Happy Thursday, Friends!! Bonus episode is live- we are answering any advice listeners need. Email us at hello@middlegroundpodcast.co for any advice you need on any and all topics.
Topics:
- How to handle disagreements in friendships: 9:00
- Support from your friends on your accomplishments: 12:34
- Advice for engagement photos: 15:37
- How to deal with burnout: 19:30
- How to move your business to a new state: 21:18
- How to not be toxic and learn to trust: 23:33
- How to create a routine when you move out on your own: 25:45
- I feel isolated and unremarkable: 31:28
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline touch on having gratitude for the "in-between" moments. They feel like having gratitude for the good, bad, and even ugly parts of life truly does= happiness. Tune in to listen!
Topics:
- Learn to love to brush your teeth: 5:40
- The worst time of your life: 7:10
- Feeling behind: 12:24
- Living between big events: 18:12
- Comparing yourself to others: 18:38
- Enjoy your life: 22:19
- Break your day into quarters: 26:27
- I will be happy when: 32:45
- Comments online: 50:13
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss their tips in optimizing productivity. Listen to feel ready to tackle your to-do list and get your life together!
Topics:
- Wake up earlier: 11:52
- Pick up your space: 13:10
- Make your bed: 18:40
- Put your phone away: 19:40
- Do your biggest task first: 23:56
- Protect your energy: 25:08
- To do list: 27:43
- Put your headphones on: 31:20
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In this week's episode Caroline and Jo interview the Co-Owner of Mamaka Bowls, KK Hudson. KK is a entrepreneur, creative genius, and ultimate cool girl. KK talks through her bussiness journey and encourages others to take the leap to do what you love!
KK HUDSON: @kkhudson
MAMAKA BOWLS: @mamakabowls @mamakasunnyside
Topics:
- Meet KK Hudson: 6:52
- The college experience: 12:54
- The start of Mamaka: 16:18
- You don’t need to have everything figured out: 28:38
- The Sunny Side: 33:44
- Doors open: 36:34
- Life Motto: 47:41
- What’s Next: 54:44
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In this week’s episode Jo and Caroline are celebrating their one year anniversary by putting together a montage of all of their most popular/ favorite episodes. Happy ONE year of Middle Ground Podcast- enjoy!!
Saracity vs. Abundance: 11:17- 12:45
Monthly Advice Episode: 12:46- 14:52
People Pleasing 101 w/ guest Chris Parry- 14:53- 16:10
Fear of the Unknown: 16:11-16:36
Forging your own path w/ guest Raegan Snell: 16:37- 18:20
Fear of the Unknown: 18:22- 20:45
The Road Less TraveledStory Time w/Caroline about her time in Italy: 20:45- 24:10
“Nothing Matters”: 24:12- 29:09
How to Build A Stable Relationship with Yourself: 29:09- 29:52
Diversifying Your Income: 29:54- 31:54
5 Ways to Be More Successful At Any Age: 31:55- 32:11
Harnessing Main Character Energy w/ guest Lee Anne Stelte: 32:11- 33:15
Freedom & Financial Independence: 33:17- 35:16
Monthly Advice Episode: 35:18- 36:33
Body Image: 36:34- 38:12
In this week's episode Caroline and Chris take the mic to discuss all things people pleasing. People pleasing can be a great thing, but not at the cost of your own happiness... Tune in to hear how Chris has learned over the years to say no, help himself before others, and more!
Topics:
- Are you a people pleaser: 4:23
- How you become a people pleaser: 7:29
- How to improve and help yourself: 12:00
- How to use serving as a strength: 21:37
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On this week's advice episode Caroline discusses all things toxic friendships, how to spice up your relationship, and more!
Topics:
- Should you stay with a cheater: 2:25
- How to find your passion: 3:31
- Handling toxic friends: 7:07
- Connecting with friends in a different phase of life: 10:19
- How to end a friendship: 14:06
- When to switch jobs: 15:38
- Finding identity after school: 17:45
- Should I turn off likes: 20:52
- How to make friends in a new city: 25:17
- How to stop comparing as a photographer: 29:22
- How to spice up your relationship: 32:05
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Matt and Jo go into detail about welcoming their first daughter at the beginning of June, how things are going adjusting to being parents, and more!
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- Having a doula: 14:47
- How painful it was: 19:28
- Labor in the shower and pushing: 22:20
- Post delivery: 28:07
- Being parents and the perspective shift: 32:29
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In this week's episode Jo's Dad Greg is on the mic talking about life. Greg is a hard worker, father of three, amazing husband, and more! Tune in to hear the perspective they have as a family, hear funny stories, and more!
Topics:
- How Jo’s parents met: 4:40
- Our family dynamic: 6:55
- Transitioning to having kids: 10:00
- Enneagram: 11:42
- Mindfulness: 13:43
- Becoming a caregiver: 21:49
- Meeting the in-laws: 28:34
- What was Jo like as a kid: 37:26
- Deciding on a college: 45:52
- Following your own path: 51:36
- Advice for first time parents: 57:40
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In this week's episode of Middle Ground Raegan Buckley joins the girls to talk about her experience in her career. Raegan is a young, Professional Wedding Photographer speaking on how she has grown her business during a pandemic and as a person.
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Topics:
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- Deciding to be self employed: 8:24
- Covid graduate: 11:02
- Beginning a photography career: 13:59
- How to use instagram to reach your target market: 18:03
- Main character energy: 22:00
- Enneagram: 23:50
- Dealing with a need for validation: 29:44
- Being an extrovert in wedding photography 32:21
- Was college worth it: 37:08
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline answer Vogue's 73 questions!! Listen to learn more about the girls and have a laugh.
Monthly advice column Q&A! Jo and Caroline give advice to their listeners-tune in to hear!!
Topics:
- How to live a life you love: 3:00
- Things you wish you knew before being an adult: 8:24
- How to become a content creator: 10:30
- Bettering yourself while staying in the present: 14:25
- Finding a job post grad: 17:26
- Unpopular opinions: 21:27
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In this week's episode Jo is joined by her sisters, Ashely and Shelby. The girls talk about their life experiences, childhood, and more!
Topics:
- Advice for singleness: 3:48
- Things will always work out: 7:58
- Enneagram: 15:54
- Getting out of a valley: 17:58
- Being unbothered: 23:53
- Going to therapy: 30:52
- Things Jo got away with: 33:31
- Best and worst qualities: 35:36
- Embarrassing stories: 38:37
- What will Jo be like as a mom: 43:51
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss the difference between having an abundance mindset vs. a scarcity one. They speak on how to harness having abundance in your life because it'll bring you the most fulfilled and joyous life.
Topics:
- What is an abundance mindset: 5:00
- How to develop an abundance mindset: 6:39
- How to deal with people copying: 16:22
- Your thoughts are a radio station: 17:41
- Things do work out: 21:41
- Be grateful: 23:09
- People with scarcity mindsets: 26:29
- Not having enough money: 29:10
- Negativity in relationships: 39:44
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline give their tips and tricks on how they manage stress- you're not going to want to miss out!
Topics:
- Set your intentions and get ready for the day: 12:00
- Maintain a routine: 15:05
- Get outside: 18:45
- Exercise: 21:19
- Validate your stress: 24:03
- Get the help you need: 28:41
- Reach out to the right people: 34:27
- Appreciate the past: 36:39
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You need big sister advice? You have come to the right place... This week Caroline and Jo give listener's "Big Sister" advice. The girls discuss being left out, moving in with a boyfriend, and more!
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In this month's bonus episode Jo and Caroline touch on moving in with your boyfriend in college, how to stop caring what others think, and more! Tune in to hear their advice to their listeners.
Topics:
- High school graduation: 9:18
- Moving in with my boyfriend: 14:28
- How to form a good relationship with inlaws: 21:34
- Feeling stuck in life: 29:30
- How to not care what people think: 34:00
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In this week's episode Caroline is on the mic with guest, Lee Anne Stelte. Lee Anne is a mom, interior designer, cancer survivor, entrepreneur, manifest queen, and so much more. They are talking about Lee Anne's journey in realizing she was in control of her reality and how to harness main character energy.
Lee Anne Stelte:
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Topics:
- Meet Lee Anne Stelte: 3:40
- You are in control of your reality: 16:38
- You have one life: 20:52
- Self discovery: 23:54
- People can’t fill a hole: 34:34
- Everyone is their own main character 37:50
- Be present 38:41
- Running a business as a single woman: 45:07
- Lee Anne’s current reality: 47:36
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In this week's episode Caroline and Jo are speaking about your real identity. They explain that you are the only one that can put yourself in a box, and how your box may be holding you back. Tune into this episode to learn how to overcome being more than just what you do.
Topics:
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- Assigning roles to others: 22:45
- Letting people put you in a box: 25:47
- Don’t fear changing what you do: 28:42
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In this week's episode Caroline and Jo are back on the mic talking about choosing to learn acceptance over confidence. They share helpful strategies they use in having acceptance for themselves and others.
Topics:
- What is acceptance: 5:11
- How to practice acceptance over confidence: 16:00
- Seeking affirmation: 21:43
- You are the only one with your experiences: 24:43
- Your mind is a radio station: 28:46
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Jo is joined by her husband, Matt, to discuss the last year and their journey working together to build a social media brand.
Topics:
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- Being willing to participate: 13:22
- Having patience with each other: 18:46
- Getting your significant other to take pictures: 22:57
- Learning about content creation: 30:48
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline update you on life itself. They talk about what's been going on in their lives, talk about some numerology, and even dive into toxic positivity at the end. Go have a listen if you want to hear some behind the scenes of their lives.
Topics:
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- Jo’s life update: 11:22
- Everyone's having babies: 14:40
- Life Path Numbers: 18:56
- Where social media is headed: 35:02
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Welcome back to another bonus episode- Advice Column!! Every last Thursday of each month a bonus episode is available to you to get advice from us. If you are in need of any advice please send in your questions/ concerns and we will try to answer them on the podcast. Email us at hello@middlegroundpodcast.co
Topics:
- Beginner Photographer: 1:20
- Living with roommates: 7:50
- How to help my friends with low confidence: 17:00
- Shifting into adulthood: 20:35
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss their 2020 experiences through all the highs and the lows. They talk about the ways they struggled during life in a pandemic and how they have learned/ grown from a crazy year.
We also want to thank our sponsor at Signature Bank of Arkansas. Signature Bank is a local bank founded here in Fayetteville, right where Jo and Caroline live. They make it super easy to bank over the phone and in their app, Signature2Go- available in the App Store and Google Play. We love Signature Bank!!
Check out their website here- https://www.signature.bank
Topics:
- The start of the pandemic: 9:15
- Comparing hardships: 20:34
- Life comes in waves: 22:33
- Sharing your struggles online: 23:53
- The hardest year of your life: 30:06
- The importance of financial planning: 37:33
- Slow down and appreciate where you are: 42:44
- Giving others more grace: 47:46
- Learning about ourselves: 51:37
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss ways that they diversify their income and give examples on how you can too! This episode should make you leave feeling inspired to maybe tackle that side hustle you've been putting off!!
Topics:
- Why you should diversify your income: 8:10
- How we diversify our incomes: 12:30
- Ways to easily diversify your income: 15:21
- Working to build a new stream of income: 27:27
- There is no job that is below you: 28:22
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss all the behind the scene information of their job, content creating and influencing. Join them as they answer listener questions and answer with honesty.
Topics:
- How to get started as a content creator: 8:50
- How much time goes into one post: 14:08
- Were you afraid of judgment when you started: 19:25
- What streams of income do you have: 23:40
- Managing an inconsistent income: 28:52
- Are you picky with what brands you work with: 34:53
- Is it difficult to have a career based on if people like you: 37:23
- Do you think anyone can do it: 48:00
- How do you find the time to post regularly: 50:00
- How do you get started with brands: 59:00
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline speak on all things how to be more financially free and put yourself on a track to being more secure in your life. They go over money strategies and tips that have worked for them, and hope that you will add a few to your list as well.
Links to Jo's blog posts:
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https://www.jojohnson.co/blog/how-i-prepared-to-quit-my-job
https://www.jojohnson.co/blog/saving-for-retirement-a-help-guide-for-the-self-employed
Topics:
- Money is energy: 11:57
- Quit comparing yourself: 19:19
- Struggling financially and budgeting: 20:47
- Having a side income: 24:30
- Start saving: 27:50
- Reprioritize wants and needs: 30:45
- Budget baseline: 33:01
- How to move across the country: 46:00
- How to set yourself up for financial success while in college: 51:22
- How to deal with trying to keep up: 56:24
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Last Thursday of the month means bonus episode, woohoo!! Jo and Caroline touch on decisions for what college to decide on, when is a good time to have sex, and more!
Questions:
- How to balance new and old friends: 3:06
- Deciding where to go to college: 7:15
- How to help a friend in an unhealthy mindset: 16:26
- What makes someone ready for sex: 21:04
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On this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss the worst ever they've ever experienced. They tell what all went on during that year, and most importantly what they learned from it.
Topics:
- The worst year of everybody’s life: 10:00
- Doing what makes you happy: 15:38
- Coming home from Italy: 16:44
- Transition to the pandemic: 33:02
- Lessons learned from our worst years: 36:03
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On this week's episode Jo and Caroline read listener emails of stories of the worst Valentine's Day they've ever had. Be prepared to get second hand embarrassment, cringe, laugh, and maybe even cry!
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On this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss all the ways to love yourself. They believe that loving ourself is the best step to being an all around better human for yourself and for others. Tune in to this episode to get all the tips on how to be easier on yourself and love you for you.
Topics:
- Talk to yourself how you talk to others: 5:15
- Hold yourself accountable: 8:37
- Focus on what you can do: 19:39
- Practice daily gratitude: 24:18
- You have value: 31:48
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline have special guest, Jacy Overstreet on the mic. They discuss all things healthy routines, and how to feel better mentally and physically.
Topics:
- How to develop a good routine: 7:40
- Incorporating your routine in a busy 9 to 5 life: 9:39
- Skin care: 12:19
- Sticking with a routine: 13:26
- Advice for people who hate cooking: 16:46
- Disordered relationships with food: 26:21
- Gardening: 29:42
- Different eating habits than your spouse: 34:10
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Welcome to Middle Ground's first ever bonus episode!! Jo and Caroline plan to air a bonus episode the last Thursday of every month, so stay tuned for that! In this episode they answer advice sent in by listeners.
Topics:
- Deciding to end a relationship: 5:18
- Should you move abroad: 7:51
- Taking a break from a relationship: 11:55
- Advice for 16 year old you: 18:32
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss how "nothing matters" in life. They describe this life motto as more of a comforting manner to go about life. They also tie how "nothing matters" into The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.
Topics:
- People are realizing nothing matters: 11:41
- You’re not in control: 12:41
- Choose your path and don’t look back: 15:31
- Your path isn’t for others: 18:05
- You’re not promised tomorrow: 20:44
- Nothing matters is a coping mechanism: 21:45
- The four agreements: 22:48
- Be impeccable with your word: 23:35
- Don’t take anything personally: 26:45
- Don’t make assumptions: 32:50
- Always do your best: 35:47
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In this week's episode Caroline and Jo are talking all about body image. They discuss their take on how to love your body for the way it is and how it functions.
Topics:
- How to remove yourself from someone who makes you feel negative about your body: 11:39
- How to get into the mindset of working out for health: 16:15
- Keeping a positive body image around friends who are negative: 21:22
- How to stop comparing your beauty to others: 31:55
- Trying to meet the beauty standards of others: 53:15
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Happy 2021- In this episode Jo and Caroline are back on the mic sharing five tips they have in helping future you! They discuss interesting skills they think are important to know for your life.
Topics:
- Lock down a night routine: 4:52
- Set up automatic savings: 10:34
- Learn a new or old skill: 19:30
- Make the big splurge purchase: 28:38
- Learn to establish boundaries: 37:07
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In this week's episode Caroline and Jo discuss what goals they accomplished during this strange year, and tell what their New Years resolutions are for 2021.
Topics:
- Goals from the past year: 9:30
- How we accomplished our goals: 16:48
- Develop Gratitude: 24:21
- Setting goals for the new year: 27:33
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline give advice to their listeners. They read emails that Middle Ground listener's sent in and discuss their take on the matters. Be sure to give this episode a listen to feel inspired.
Topics:
- When to pursue your dream job: 5:53
- How to jump into starting a business: 10:47
- How to get your family on the same team: 17:47
- Manifesting a new job: 22:09
- Focus on yourself and your happiness: 34:45
- How to deal with anxiety: 42:45
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Jo has her husband, Matt, on as a guest host this week to announce they're EXPECTING! Come along as they answer listener questions about their journey to pregnancy, first trimester, and more!
Topics:
- Finding out the gender: 4:36
- How many kids do we want: 7:08
- Were you trying: 8:35
- How did you know you were ready: 12:49
- Our biggest fears about becoming parents: 16:35
- Will baby have a hyphenated last name: 18:42
- Baby names we like: 19:52
- When did you start telling family: 21:02
- What is your birth plan: 23:48
- How has the first trimester been going: 27:07
- Has it changed your sex life: 34:00
- Why did you take your pregnancy test: 35:18
- Do you have a nursery theme in mind: 38:07
- Family traditions: 39:48
- Is Matt excited to be a dad: 42:13
- Will you name the baby after family: 42:59
- How will you dress your kid: 43:51
- Did you feel a pressure to have kids: 46:05
- Are you taking time off when the baby is here: 46:54
- Are you going to film the birth: 47:49
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline read listener's Family Traditions! Everyone is getting into the holiday mood by now, so they thought what better way to bring the holidays to you guys by reading traditions.
Topics:
- Christmas tree camp out: 9:07
- Glittery white christmas tree: 10:31
- P.J. elf for christmas eve: 13:49
- Jo’s holiday traditions: 16:00
- Caroline's holiday traditions: 18:05
- Lasagna on christmas eve: 19:59
- Baking before christmas: 21:29
- Christmas eve fireworks: 24:20
- Christmas birthday: 28:22
- Hiding the pickle: 30:12
- Going to a nursing home for Christmas: 36:50
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Caroline is solo on the mic this week talking all about have a better day in these times. These times have been hard for us all, so Caroline gives tips to how to take life day by day and enjoy what you can.
Topics:
- Start waking up earlier: 4:55
- Move your body everyday: 7:50
- Give someone a compliment: 9:23
- Set aside time for you: 10:45
- Get into a good mindset: 13:36
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In this episode Jo and Caroline discuss part II of manifesting your dreams. They dive into steps you can take in making anything you dream a reality.
Topics:
- Get clear on what you want: 12:05
- Visualize receiving: 15:11
- Take action on what you want to receive: 18:54
- Have gratitude: 22:14
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In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss the world of content creators/influencers. They dive into ways you can make a living in these careers, their story of how they started, and lots more!
Topics:
- What is an influencer: 11:00
- What is a content creator: 12:09
- Poor vs. strong collaborations: 14:37
- Reward Style:`16:52
- Starting their own business: 20:45
- How people become an influencer: 22:08
- What the content creation process looks like: 28:05
- You don’t need a ton of followers: 37:11
- How to deal with judgment from others 40:19
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Surprise- Bonus episode is live for you all to enjoy! This is an "apology" episode for Jo's mic not working in part two. Jo and Caroline discuss more questions that listeners sent in that they would ask a Big Sis.
Topics:
- How to help a friend with low self confidence: 4:55
- Do you think a 2 year engagement is too long: 9:52
- Sex on the first or second date: 10:10
- How do you have a good relationship with your inlaws: 12:33
- How do you finish your gallon jug everyday: 15:25
- Best flirting tips and tricks: 16:40
- Sleeping with you someone you don’t want to: 18:38
- Red flags to look for on the first date: 20:13
- What to do when a person is into something you aren’t: 23:10
- My two best friends started dating: 24:47
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This week Jo and Caroline act as audience's "Big Sister" and answer advice that was sent in. They get into the juicy topics that come along with a big sister role.
Topics:
- Bad period stories: 7:50
- How to move slow when seeing a new person: 14:23
- How to master the college to real life transition: 17:54
- Pads, tampons, or diva cups: 22:21
- How to make the first move: 25:37
- First kiss stories: 32:13
- How do you get over a guy: 38:50
- How to deal with someone making fun of an insecurity: 43:06
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On this week's episode Jo and Caroline dive into fear of the unknown. They offer tips they have on how to make the unknown not as scary.
Topics:
- Failure isn’t negative: 5:13
- Reframe the unknown: 10:07
- Your thoughts are powerful: 17:45
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This week Caroline's boyfriend, Chris takes the guest chair. They discuss about their relationship and answer questions sent in by the listeners.
Topics:
- How we met: 3:10
- Our favorite things about each other: 8:45
- The biggest cultural differences: 10:32
- Would you live in South Africa: 14:42
- How do you overcome fights: 17:55
- The color of friendship and same orders: 21:02
- Do you get bored living in Arkansas: 23:43
- Our dream date: 25:30
- How previous relationships shaped us now: 29:11
- Love languages: 31:43
- Advice for someone waiting for ‘the one’: 35:48
- Does Chris like being photographed: 37:52
- Funny things you say: 39:40
- The place we want to visit: 45:09
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In this week's episode Caroline & Jo have their first ever guest- Ainsley Britain. They talk all about the enneagram and how to use it to your benefit not only yourself, but your relationship with others too.
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Topics:
- What is the enneagram: 5:20
- What our types are and how we reacted to them: 9:07
- How to find your type: 10:55
- Your enneagram wings: 12:51
- You aren’t boxed in: 14:31
- How to use the enneagram to love others: 15:34
- How the enneagram impacts confidence: 17:29
- What each type is like: 19:39
- Stress and growth patterns: 37:45
- How enneagram types interact: 44:55
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This week Jo and Caroline discuss advice sent in by listeners and weigh in on how they think your wise words apply to their lives!
Topics:
- No one thinks about you the way you think about you: 3:29
- Do what makes you happy and the money will follow: 6:44
- Unless you ask, the answer will be no: 8:42
- Being on time is late: 11:59
- Allow yourself to be a beginner: 15:39
- The four agreements: 21:31
- Don’t talk to yourself in a way you wouldn’t talk to a friend: 23:48
- Live in the moment: 27:02
- You aren’t responsible for the paths of others: 28:02
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In this week's episode Caroline and Jo talk about their top 3 best pieces of advice they've been given.
Topics:
- There’s always another swim meet: 3:36
- Life is a marathon: 4:49
- Make life an adventure: 8:57
- What susie says about sally says more about susie: 10:22
- Don’t take anything personal: 12:27
- Good luck is when hard work meets opportunity: 16:39
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Jo is on the mic with her husband, Matt, for a Q&A all about their marriage!
Topics:
- How we met: 3:22
- How we got back together: 6:54
- Does Matt help with podcast: 14:42
- Matt seems like a cat person: 15:30
- What to do if your partner isn’t willing to compromise: 16:00
- How does Matt feel about Jo being an influencer: 20:07
- Does Matt like being on TikTok: 22:33
- Do you schedule quality time: 24:25
- Keeping plants alive: 27:57
- Communicating about jealousy: 28:26
- Love languages: 31:55
- Something we learned after living together: 33:45
- Favorite things to do together: 36:56
- What Matt does for a living: 37:48
- Making up after a big fight: 38:28
- Is there more pressure because you’re active on social media: 41:05
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This week Jo and Caroline read assumptions about them that were sent in by their listeners. Be prepared to laugh and to get the full truth about these two!
Topics:
- Bruh girl or not: 4:20
- Cat lovers: 6:27
- You hated each other: 6:52
- You have nothing in common: 7:38
- You both cuss a lot: 10:33
- Favorite meals: 13:17
- You were popular in highschool: 15:40
- Being unapologetically yourself: 20:07
- You were supported by parents after school: 20:52
- Makeup skills: 25:19
- Caroline kills plants: 26:29
- Caroline feels she is in Jo’s shadow: 27:12
- Seeking adventure: 29:28
- RBF: 29:36
- Jo is always happy: 30:59
- Your closet is overflowing: 32:15
- You have no friends: 34:51
- Jo doesn’t match her voice: 37:30
- Mom friend: 38:08
- Having it all figured out: 39:20
- Introvert vs. extrovert: 40:18
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On this week's episode Jo and Caroline touch on Imposter Syndrome. Almost everyone deals with Imposter Syndrome in some point in their life- they discuss what exactly Imposter Syndrome is, how to identify it, and how to push through it.
Topics
- What is imposter syndrome: 3:50
- Anxiety due to imposter syndrome: 5:02
- Self-employed imposter: 6:43
- Understand the signs: 9:12
- Know you are not alone: 15:05
- Give yourself grace: 17:20
- Track and celebrate your accomplishments: 25:23
- Embrace how you are feeling: 29:00
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In this week's episode Caroline and Jo discuss a Q&A all on dating advice. They tell their experiences in the dating world, talk about their current relationships, and discuss good questions sent in by listeners.
Topics:
- Us and our partners: 4:20
- Our first dates: 14:41
- Our favorite date ideas: 17:20
- Keeping your relationship stress free: 20:36
- Do you have one romantic soulmate: 23:15
- How do you keep from getting defensive: 25:05
- How do you know when you need to move on: 30:25
- Lessons learned from ex’s: 34:32
- How to deal with cheating: 37:21
- Is there a good age to start dating: 39:32
- How has social media affected your relationship: 42:26
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This week, Jo and Caroline talk all about their tips on maintaining a healthy friendship. They share six beneficial ways to grow in a relationship, as well as touching on toxic friendships.
Topics:
- Set boundaries: 4:40
- Communication is key: 7:54
- Be honest: 10:29
- Be timely: 14:25
- Follow through: 17:08
- Be their cheerleader: 18:30
- Toxic friendships: 24:19
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Caroline tells us her story about her discussion in choosing to take a gap year before making the choice to enter the workforce instead of going to college and answers listener questions about her overall experience.
Topics:
- All about young Caroline: 3:10
- Deciding to take a gap year: 7:00
- Affording a gap year: 13:32
- Moving to Italy: 14:13
- Making friends in another country: 19:52
- Working and staying in Italy: 22:36
- Leaving Italy: 33:49
- Q&A: 36:08
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Jo tells us how she got started in wedding photography, the story behind her evolving business, and how she got over her massive fear of failure.
Topics:
- Becoming a full time photographer: 1:56
- The steps to become self employed: 9:04
- Fear of failure: 10:16
- Financially preparing: 12:15
- Prepare a good workflow: 16:40
- Change your mentality: 18:18
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Pet peeves are the worst! Caroline and Jo share responses to audience’s biggest pet peeves and react. They also discuss what drives them absolutely crazy- definitely expect to laugh.
Topics:
- Chewing: 2:09
- Snoring: 3:11
- Being fake nice: 3:50
- Ghosting: 5:00
- Weird smells: 7:00
- Being mean to people in the service industry: 7:46
- Sitting next to someone when there are open seats: 8:51
- Slow walkers: 9:45
- Nail biting: 10:42
- Not returning a shopping cart: 11:19
- Not closing the door: 12:49
- People who are late: 16:35
- 1 upping: 17:50
- When no one tells you there is food in your teeth: 19:17
- Killing plants: 19:49
- Wet towels on the bed or floor: 21:40
- When people play music they know you hate: 22:48
- When women call you sweetie, baby, etc: 23:12
- Phone usage: 24:39
- Our pet peeves: 27:14
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This week, Jo and Caroline talk all about the power of manifestation. They share ways they send positive messages into the world and how it can help you in your daily life, as well as go after your dreams!
Topics:
- What is manifesting: 3:20
- Deconstruct your reality: 5:50
- Dream boards: 7:18
- The universe wants the best for you: 11:48
- Matching energies: 14:00
- How to properly manifest: 20:49
- Turn the negative to constructive: 33:00
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Jo and Caroline give insightful tips in ways to start becoming a self-starter and how to make your journey to success more enjoyable. They also share how being a self-starter has been beneficial to their life, both in business and as a whole.
Topics:
- What is a self starter: 3:12
- Being a self starter leads to success: 8:53
- Start small: 14:00
- Push yourself to be disciplined: 15:04
- Start believing in yourself: 19:01
- Accept fear and embrace failure: 24:32
- Learn to love putting in the work: 30:11
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Jo and Caroline share their own journeys to loving their bodies and answer all the questions listeners sent in!
Topics:
- How to stop comparing yourself to others: 4:00
- Be careful what you tell yourself: 14:02
- Can you love yourself 100 percent: 16:19
- Toxic body positivity: 31:26
- What do think when you see women larger than you: 36:03
- How to love yourself while wanting to grow: 38:58
- How to stop the negativity: 45:20
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Being successful seems to be a goal for most people but have you defined what success means to you? Caroline and Jo discuss how they stay in tune and continue going after goals while making sure to enjoy the present too.
Topics:
- Define what success means for you: 7:48
- Be consistent: 11:35
- Be everyone’s cheerleader: 16:39
- Set goals and break them down: 22:03
- Follow your strengths: 30:56
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Personal branding and what it can do for you and your business. Jo and Caroline discuss all the things they've learned while curating their own brands and the challenges presented when blending their brands to create Middle Ground.
Topics:
- How Jo created her personal brand: 3:35
- Obsessed with validation: 8:30
- Know your audience: 13:09
- Quit waiting to be perfect: 19:10
- Focus on the mood: 22:22
- How to deal with haters: 24:00
- How to create content: 28:18
- Living in the moment: 33:06
- Lacking consistency: 34:20
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Quick introductions, the story behind how Caroline and Jo met, and a deep dive into learning to trust your instincts.
Topics:
- Meet Jo: 0:42
- Meet Caroline: 1:37
- How we met: 2:43
- Starting Middle Ground: 5:11
- Trusting your instincts: 9:59
- Gelato Boy: 15:07
- Advice for those trying to find their way: 27:53
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