Point of Doo: Recent Episodes
Justin and Nick
After graduating college during a global pandemic, Justin Doo and Nick Gervasi try their best to make sense of a confusing, complex world. From romance to job interviews, self-care to world affairs, no topic is off-limits for discussion! However, one thing remains true in every episode: everything you hear is from their own Point of Doo.
Closing song: Goodbye (1-23); Once Together, Will Be Forever (24, 25, 27-50) ℗2021 Sora The Troll
The Part 2 you've been waiting for! Listen in to the continuation of the previous conversation on the 16 Personalities questionnaire.
Further looking at the potential candidates for president and vice-president in the upcoming election Justin and Nick exchange their Hot Takes™
Welcome to a string of episodes in which Justin and Nick take the Meyers-Briggs “16 Personalities” test to see which one best suits them! Play along, answer the questions yourself, and enjoy the discussion as you get to know both yourself and your hosts better!
In this Point of Doo episode, Justin and Nick welcome Matthew Farrell, Nick’s friend and fellow Little Monster, to discuss Lady Gaga’s HBO Concert Special, GAGA CHROMATICA BALL. Amidst the teasing of Lady Gaga’s unnamed 7th studio album, the group discusses how the two met in line at a Gaga show in Las Vegas and share their thoughts on the TV special—broken down act by act.
On this Point of Doo episode, Justin and Nick hit all the things you’d expect from the show. Sh*t in a hallway, a pants-less host, Dula Peep (for those who know), and an elevator pitch on how it’s all a documentation of our very professional adult lives. Strap in! We can’t see a thing.
We did it again! For an entire weekend, 11 players moved into an AirBnB with one goal in mind—to be the last one standing. Each round, one of them was evicted and sent to a second AirBnB (the Jury House) until only two remained to face the Jury of 9 at the finale. On this week’s episode of Point of Doo, we welcome the winner, Emma Killion, alongside winner of the first BB Weekend, Sofia Lentine, to discuss the competitions, the strategy, the twists, and the differences between their “seasons.”
This episode is dedicated to discussing the origin of queerness; is it nature or nurture?
Justin and Nick debate some popular, unpopular opinions (also known as Hot Takes) from each other and the Internet. Topics include Crocs, Hollywood award shows, Apple vs. Android, Mean Girls, and our least favorite holidays. What are your Hot Takes? Let us know on our socials!
A life update followed by a dramatic reading of Nick's Tinder profile featuring a special guest (not sponsored).
Justin and Nick reunite to discuss some ~silly~ restaurant experiences, work fails, and how sometimes training wheels need to be put back on after taking a break from podcasting....I mean....uh.....riding a bike. Welcome to Point of Doo 2024!
In the penultimate episode of 2023, Justin and Nick play truth or dare based on their Fantasy Big Brother 25 Teams. If someone on their team was evicted from the BB house, they must answer a truth or complete a dare. Hilarity ensues, per usual!
Justin and Nick do a deep dive into what it's like living in the moment and how we look back at our lives later on.
Justin and Nick are authentically low energy to start this episode but are quickly energized by the absurdity of Halloween costume names that Spirit Halloween uses to cough cough avoid legal trouble. Plus, a quick update on Big Brother and a wellness check from your favorite hosts.
Justin and Nick welcome back a familiar face to talk about school and all things graduate and post-grad! Along with Lauren, they discuss the differences and similarities of education in Master's and Doctoral programs. Let's not forget about an update on Big Brother and more!
In this 80th Point of Doo Episode, Justin and Nick focus not on what it means to “miss the mark,” but rather how to cope when you make mistakes. Topics of self-compassion and accountability are woven through the discussion. Additional topics include a check-in on their Big Brother 25 U.S. Fantasy Teams and Justin’s experience in grad school thus far.
Former President Donald Trump (and those close to him) was indicted and processed in Fulton County, Georgia. His mugshot has been circulating in the media. Let's hear what Justin and Nick Have to say from their Point of Doo. Also, an update on the Big Brother fantasy league and Justin's transition to Baltimore.
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Justin and Nick draft Big Brother 25 houseguests to create their teams. The host with the winner on their team will get a prize and user-submitted truth or dares will be done by the host whose house guest is evicted each week.
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Justin talks about his move back to Baltimore. Nick and Justin play a hilarious game of Five Second Rule.
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HI BARBIE! Join Justin and Nick (both he/him) as they welcome Sara Melley (she/her) to discuss the #1 movie of the year—BARBIE. They each share what the movie means to them and dive deeper into some of the film’s most noteworthy scenes.
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Happiest of birthdays to (y)our beloved host Justin!
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To celebrate 75 episodes of Point of Doo, Nick and Justin ask each other 75* questions in the style of VOGUE’s 73 questions. Tune in to learn more about your favorite hosts as they hit this milestone in podcast world! And why not play along??
*One of the questions was repeated so effectively there are 74 questions.
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For those who may not enjoy longer podcasts, we worked quite hard to keep this one relatively short. (A difficult task for two people who enjoy talking!) In this episode, we celebrated Justin’s final day of work before he goes back to school, discussed Nick’s history of “harassing” neighbors with lemonade stands during his childhood, and the recent/unfortunate trend of throwing things at celebrities—stop please.
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In this second Pride Month episode of Point of Doo, Justin (he/him) and Nick (he/him) welcome their friend Milo Parker (they/them) to discuss their experience as a queer trans person, pronouns, imposter syndrome within the LGBTQ+ community, Grimace’s birthday (we couldn’t NOT address the big purple taste bud in the room!), and SO much more!
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In this episode of Point of Doo, Justin and Nick are joined by their friend, Julia Joseph, during Pride Month to discuss the process of “coming out,” as well as the intersection of faith and queerness.
https://outreach.faith
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PARENTS NEED NOT LISTEN TO THIS ONE 💀 In this NSFW episode, Justin and Nick play a game of Never Have I Ever in which things get … personal, TMI … basically don’t look at us differently after this episode. We never claimed to be inauthentic! 😉--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pointofdoo/message
Justin and Nick welcome Angela Solazzo and Bernie Del Prado to reflect on their year, post graduating college.
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Welcome back to Point of Doo Academy! In today's lesson, Justin lectures about the origins of psychology, the differences and similarities between clinical and counseling psychology, and compares different paths for graduate-level education.
Insiders Guide Graduate Programs Clinical Counseling Psychology
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With the rise of artificial intelligence in recent months, Justin and Nick decided it was time to invite their first non-human guests to the show! Point of Doo welcomes Chat GPT (aka Jenny), Siri, Google Assistant, and Alexa to the show....and yes, they answer the fruit question!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pointofdoo/message
⚠️ WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS. 17 years into her career, Taylor Swift has hit the road for her ERAS TOUR, and Nick and Justin invited their friend and resident Swiftie, Kathleen DeGennaro, to talk about it—one era at a time!! Whether you stand by the fact that Red should’ve won Album of the Year or demand reputation get the respect it deserves when Taylor’s Version is released, there is something here for everyone—even casual fans, or fans of music in general! Get ready, because we’re packing 3 hours and 15 minutes worth of music into 1 hour! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pointofdoo/message
IT’S A POINT OF DOO SLEEPOVER!! 🌔🧸💤 4 NIGHTS OF RECORDING IN UNDER ONE HOUR!! Hear Justin and Nick talk about being roommates, Nick’s 25th Surprise Birthday Party, which restaurant has THE BEST dinner rolls, smelling markers, going to the Bruins game, and MORE!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pointofdoo/message
In the middle of Hollywood's award season, Justin and Nick discuss the movies that make their top 5 lists. Then, their friend Nick Bosi stops by to discuss his - more intellectual - list of top cinema and predict who may be Oscar night's big winners!
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Are Nick and Justin's Rihanna Superbowl Halftime show set-list predictions correct? Listen to find out! In this episode, different types of grief and loss are discussed (loss of a dream, loss by death, and loss of a community), The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan, are used as an example of loss on a public scale, and finally, Nick talks about the Grammys.
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In this episode, Justin and Nick talk playing their own weekend-long version of CBS’s hit reality game show, Big Brother, with 1st place winner Sofia Lentine!! They discuss everything from their crazy competitions, strategy, actual blindsides that occurred, props that made the experience so realistic, and Sofia’s road to victory! Jury House arrivals and vote progressions are included (prior knowledge of the game not necessary to listen). It’s an entire weekend’s worth of Big Brother in under an hour, and it all happens (not) LIVE, now on (not the actual) BIIIIIG BROTHER!!
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Justin and Nick return for the first time in 2023! With fresh perspectives, new show segments, new microphones, and more, the whole show feels like it's been promoted to a new level! Let's Get Right Back Into It Again, AGAIN!!!
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In our one, extra-long episode for November, we've really given you a treat! Justin and Nick welcome their friend, mentor, and fellow Loyola Greyhound, Emily Kane, to the show to talk about hope....or lack thereof. The three discuss what social justice is, why it's important, the relation between religion, politics, and social justice, and how to remain hopeful while advocating for it. They also reflect on the 2022 midterm elections and what they could mean for America moving forward. This is the perfect episode to prepare you for Thanksgiving dinner conversations!
As you'll hear, the title of this episode is inspired by a quote from Rev. Scott Hamilton Adams.
"First they came for..." By Martin Niemöller
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Justin and Nick discuss the evolution of Halloween as they've grown up, costume inspiration, and Nick provides an update in the world of pop culture.
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In the penultimate(ish) episode of 2022, Justin and Nick debrief the ghost tour they went on, talk about what the American Founding Fathers would think about modern-day advances, return to their childhoods by talking about their favorite TV shows, and finally, Nick gets an oil change.
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We're deep into a rigorous Fall now! Justin and Nick talk about the ~crunchy~ Western Conifer Bug (commonly mistaken for stink bugs), Halloween movies, being a stranger in your own town, and expressing yourself (or not) with formal wear.
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After a quick examination of a breaking news story in the world of cartoons, Justin and Nick discuss how they practice self-care…
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Justin surprises Nick with 3 of his friends for a game of Password! Point of Doo welcomes Santino Casola, Sofia Lentine, and Chris "Czapy" Czapla to the show!
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Throughout our lives, we have friendships and make connections that help in shaping who we are. Some of these friends are still in our lives while others have come and gone. In this episode, Justin and Nick share stories of friendships that did not work out, what they learned from them, and how they presently feel about these experiences.
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In this Academy episode, Nick teaches Justin about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder—what it is and what it isn’t—and details his experience living with it. Please note: this episode should not replace therapy. If you believe you have OCD, contact a licensed professional. Mentioned:
https://www.treatmyocd.com (NOCD)
https://iocdf.org
@treatmyocd @iocdf @pureochrissie
@obsessivelyeverafter @youranxietytoolkit
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In this episode, Justin and Nick discuss burnout—the effects of being “on” for long periods of time, as well as tips on how they try, or wish, to handle it.
https://www.ignatianspirituality.com/ignatian-prayer/prayers-by-st-ignatius-and-others/fall-in-love/
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(⚠️ TW: Brief and relevant discussion of suicide. Please note, neither Point of Doo hosts are suicidal.) Nick speaks candidly about his experience with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) during the last week
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Justin explores vulnerability as he talks with Nick about his feelings from the past week
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For their 50th episode, Justin and Nick answer listener submitted questions for your amusement! Anything from "why are you so hot?" to "if you were a vegetable, what would you be?" will be answered with no limits to what was asked! Enjoy and thank you so much for supporting us through 50 episodes! (We meant to have videos but technical difficulties prevented that from happening 🙁)
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Justin and Nick warm up for their 50th Episode. Tune in tomorrow at 12pm EDT to hear your favorite hosts answer your questions!
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Surprise! An extra episode of Point of Doo this week! In this episode, Justin and Nick welcome their friends Tommy O'Sullivan and Megan Miller, whose couple status may or may not be sponsored by the show.
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In the third and final installment of our mini-series on work and the job application process, we welcome Justin's cousin, Courtney La Russo to talk about her Point of Doo as a Human Resources Manager. We discuss the responsibilities of an HR Manager and talk about the hiring process, what makes for a positive workplace environment, and how work has evolved over the last few years. Stay tuned for a surprise call back at the end of the episode ;)
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In this second installment of our job-search trilogy, Nick and Justin discuss what they look for in a company in terms of values and benefits. They then talk about qualities they like and dislike in a manager as well as past positive and negative experiences with supervisors. They conclude the episode with a discussion about receiving performance feedback in the workplace.
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In part 1 of Point of Doo's 3 part mini-series on work and the job application process, Justin and Nick reflect on their experience going for interviews. They discuss the importance of confidence and enthusiasm is in the process, they compare and contrast over-the-phone, video call, and in-person interviews, and finally give their self-learned tips on how to ace the interview process.
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What do you despise? This week your favorite hosts talk about their dislikes and pet-peeves. Check out the Q&A on Spotify or send in a message and tell us what you don’t like or what is a pet-peeve for you!
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Ever wonder what Justin and Nick do on a day-to-day basis? This week your favorite hosts talk about their routines and determine, once and for all, if they live exceedingly boring or extravagantly exciting lives!
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For the 4th of July, Nick and Justin decided they wanted to talk about something ~American~. For some reason, they landed on Conspiracy Theories.
Sources:
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2013.00279/full
https://hep.physics.utoronto.ca/~orr/wwwroot/JPH441/Pseudoscience.pdf
https://michaelshermer.com/sciam-columns/baloney-detection/
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In this episode, Justin and Nick have a conversation about the pros and cons of social media as a whole. They discuss individual platforms, their effects on our mental health, and whether or not Twitter should censor false, harmful information.
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Record Scratch Reverse, Reverse! This week, Justin and Nick hand the hosting responsibilities over to their friend, Mairead James! As you'll hear, Mairead has a passion for life that cannot easily be matched and in this episode, we provide a space for her to candidly share her P.O.D. on topics of her own choosing. From food aversions to theme park experiences and more, this episode is one you won't want to miss.
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In this very light (and unique!) episode, Justin and Nick lead you through a guided meditation—but there’s a twist: it’s also a “Try Not to Laugh” Challenge. It’s an episode as relaxing as it is classic Point of Doo. We hope you enjoy!
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Trigger Warning: gun violence, mass shootings, murder, and suicide are discussed in this episode. View discretion is advised.
The current climate around firearms and gun violence in the United States is discussed. Justin and Nick use statistics from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, The Pew Research Center, and the BBC to provide context for the conversation and talk about viewing gun violence through a public health lens. Finally, they offer ways in which listeners can take action and advocate for change in their communities.
Sources:
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-41488081
https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/firearms/fastfact.html
https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2022/02/03/what-the-data-says-about-gun-deaths-in-the-u-s/
Resources:
Everytown for Gun Safety
March for Our Lives
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In this Point of Doo: Academy, Justin talks about his experience living with Moyamoya Disease. He explains how the disease presented in him, how he was diagnosed, and what treatment options were and are available. Finally, he talks about how his family began their venture in fundraising for Moyamoya Disease research, raising awareness for this rare condition, and how their efforts have directly led to medical advances in the diagnosis, care, and treatment of Moyamoya.
https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/m/moyamoya
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/moyamoya-disease
https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/moyamoya-disease/
https://www.childrenshospital.org/treatments/pial-synangiosis
https://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/diseases/7064/moyamoya-disease
http://www.moya-moya.com/
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Welcome back to Point of Doo: Passport Edition! In this series, we interview friends of the Podcast who either live in a country other than the United States or have spent an extended period of time living outside of the United States. In this episode, we welcome Justin's host-Father from his time studying abroad in Denmark, Frank Windeløv.
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Childhood stories of your favorite hosts are included in this episode! Justin and Nick (officially) welcome their Moms, Lisa and Camille, to the podcast! They discuss what it was like becoming a mother for the first time, how that role has changed over time, and if stereotypical birth-order traits apply to their kids. Finally, get a glimpse at how well each son knows their mom (and vice versa) as they answer rapid-fire questions (which, on this show, means not fast at all...H) about each other.
Sources:
Birth-order Traits and Personalities
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Would you rather listen to the podcast or… ? In this episode, Justin and Nick take a break from their recent serious topics to play a hilarious (and sometimes gross!) game of Would You Rather! Play along with us on our Instagram, @pointofdoopodcast!!
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In this episode, Justin and Nick discuss HB1557, also known as the “Don’t Say Gay Bill”. The two talk about what it is, why it is being criticized as harmful to queer children as well as children with queer friends and family, and ways that sexual orientation can be taught appropriately in a classroom setting.
Resources:
HB1557
The Trevor Project
American Psychological Association Definition of Sexual Orientation
https://www.npr.org/2022/03/28/1089221657/dont-say-gay-florida-desantis
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/18/us/dont-say-gay-bill-florida.html
https://news.yale.edu/2020/06/15/its-never-too-early-talk-children-about-race
LGBT Youth and Family Acceptance
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TW: Mention of sexual assault/harassment
Justin and Nick have a discussion about Toxic Masculinity and what it means to be — and identify as — a man in today's world. They talk about the difference between sex and gender, the historical context of gender norms, and the relation between emotions and masculinity.
Resources:
Sex, Gender, and Why the Differences Matter
What's intersex?
The Problem With a Fight Against Toxic Masculinity
What Is Toxic Masculinity? *
*May require NYTimes subscription; not an endorsement.
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Justin and Nick invite their friend Lauren Wong to the show to talk about what life was like growing up in a military family. She shares her experience growing up on an air force base, describes the close-knit community that her and her neighbors formed, and offers a reflection on being an "air force brat," overall.
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It's the one where they talk about the restaurant industry! Justin and Nick welcome guest host, Ryan DeVillier (Ep. 4), and Nick's restaurant colleagues, Bridgette Sullivan and Claire Keane, to discuss horror stories from the serving industry, give insight on the innerworkings of a restaurant, and of course, what they love about their job.
(Note: The name of the restaurant where Claire, Bridgette, and Nick work has been bleeped out)
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Welcome Little Monsters and other new listeners! The first Point of Doo ACADEMY EDITION is here! In this shorter episode series, Nick or Justin will teach the other about a topic they’re passionate about. Today’s topic—on her 36th birthday—12x Grammy winner and Nick’s hero: LADY GAGA. Hear how he has experienced her music, message, and media presence from the age of 11 hearing Just Dance for the first time on the radio, all the way up to interning for Born This Way Foundation in 2020. It’s a celebration of what it means to be part of any fandom, and it’s all wrapped up in one just-over-30-minute episode! What was the genius behind ARTPOP? Why was Joanne SO GAGA? Why is Chromatica a darker album than a casual fan might realize? AND SO MUCH MORE.
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In this episode, Justin and Nick discuss the season of Lent—what it is, why and how it is recognized, and what they, themselves, think about it. Alternatives to giving something up for Lent are also discussed, in addition to the topic of fundamentalism and some hot takes on who REALLY knows Jesus—and who could do better. Of course, the episode concludes with Ash Wednesday memes, cuz how could we not? H.
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Temporarily escape from the stresses of reality by tuning into this Two-Act episode of Point of Doo. In Act II, Justin and Nick sort various celebrities into their proper Hogwarts House. https://www.wizardingworld.com/
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Temporarily escape from the stresses of reality by tuning into this Two-Act episode of Point of Doo. In Act I, Justin and Nick both choose an established, fictional universe to become characters in and discuss the who, the where, and the why.
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Justin and Nick have a candid, check-in conversation, 7 months after the first episode of Point of Doo. They discuss their experience with the latest Omicron variant of Covid-19, how living at home in their twenties is different from when they were in high school, and what they've learned about being an "adult" since August 2021.
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Justin, Nick, and Dan discuss the developing Russia-Ukraine Crisis in Eastern Europe Resources: Help for Ukrainian Citizens Допомога громадянам України Помощь для граждан Украины Pomoc dla obywateli Ukrainy ua.gov.pl +48 47 721 75 75 9 Meaningful Ways You Can Help Ukraine (globalcitizen.org) Sources (In Order of Mention): https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/2/24/timeline-after-months-tensions-russia-attacks-ukraine Sanctions Definition What is the G7? What is NATO? Separatist Regions Chernobyl https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/live-updates/russia-ukraine/?id=82467772 https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-united-nations-general-assembly-kyiv-boris-johnson-business-2db2e7aeab196d941e7b66492feca14b https://www.npr.org/2022/02/12/1080205477/history-ukraine-russia https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/18/world/europe/russia-ukraine-timeline.html "First They Came for the Socialists..." By Martin Niemöller
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Welcome to Point of Doo: Passport Edition! In this series, we interview friends of the Podcast that either live in a country other than the United States or have spent an extended period of time living outside of the United States. On this episode, Justin and Nick welcome their friend, Zak Bryce of Melbourne, Australia.
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In this first Point of Doo episode of 2022, Justin and Nick reflect on their break, including a run-in with the law! They detail some of the new aspects of the show and give their thoughts on romantic relationships: what they each look for in a partner, what they think relationships require, and more.
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It's Official! Point of Doo Returns on Monday, February 14 at 12 pm EST!
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Justin and Nick revisit the last 22 episodes of Point of Doo with funny montages, behind-the-scenes commentary, and reviewing themes of the show since the beginning. Thank you all for the constant support of Point of Doo and for helping the show grow. We are so grateful for each and every one of you. Have a safe and Happy New Year and we'll see you in 2022!
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As 2021 comes to a close, Justin and Nick discuss New Year resolutions. They talk about resolutions they've had in the past, ones they have for 2022, the top 10 most common New Year resolutions, if resolutions actually work, and goals they have for Point of Doo in the New Year.
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It's the #HolidaySeason! Here at Point of Doo, we wanted to discuss the holiday tradition of gift-giving and receiving. Justin and Nick describe some of the weirdest and best gifts they've given and received and talk about the evolution of gifts as you grow older.
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Point of Doo welcomes the creator of @mind.on.my.mantra, Erica Marshall, to the show to discuss what mantras mean to her, the power that one's mantra can have on their day-to-day life, and share tips on how to create a mantra for yourself. Erica also reminisces about working with Justin and Nick at Loyola University Maryland and talks about what she's been up to since graduating with her Master of Science in Clinical Professional Counseling. #NeverReallyOver
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In this very honest and compassionate Point of Doo episode, Justin and Nick discuss forgiveness—what it means to them, what they need in order to forgive and grow, and a skill that takes much practice: forgiveness of self. They also discuss the gray area that is often hard to recognize in a culture that is quick to “cancel,” as well as the compassion and respect it takes to see each other as more than our worst mistakes.
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Join Justin and Nick as they discuss the origins of American and Canadian Thanksgiving, talk about their family traditions, and reflect on what they are grateful for. PLUS, stay tuned for Justin's one-time-only impression of his cousin singing her favorite "12 Days of Christmas" verse! WE HAVE MERCH! For a limited time, Dan, Justin, and Nick are excited to be launching some exclusive Point of Doo merchandise and we're happy to be doing so in support of the Marine Toys for Tots! Whether you've been with the podcast since the beginning, are a new listener, or just appreciate high-fashion t-shirts and hoodies ;), we are so grateful for your support! Only available until December 1! https://www.bonfire.com/point-of-doo-podcast/
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In this 17th Point of Doo episode, Justin and Nick ask each other a series of rapid-fire questions. Learn LOTS more about your hosts, from their celebrity crushes to their favorite conspiracy theories! It’s a tea-filled episode, and it’s all from their own Point of Doo.
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October wasn't just Spooky Season, it was also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. On a VERY special episode of Point of Doo, Justin and Nick set out to provide information and spread awareness on breast cancer; welcoming Marion Fields, a breast cancer survivor, mother of three (four including her canine shadow Riley), and a friend of the podcast, to share her story. Listen as she talks about things from her Point of Doo.
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As spooky season comes to a close, Justin and Nick discuss previous Halloween costumes, what scares them, and breakdown everything related to fear.
Thierry Steimer, The biology of fear- and anxiety-related behaviors: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3181681/
Top 10 Fears: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/202001/top-10-fears-hold-people-back-in-life
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On this episode of Point of Doo, Justin and Nick welcome their friends Elisabeth Abdoo and Rachel Turrisi to discuss their experience living in their first apartment after college, as well as what it was like quarantining together in Florida, and their recent 10k run with Back on My Feet, a not for profit organization.
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In this 13th episode of Point of Doo, Justin and Nick welcome Nick Staker, Nick’s good friend by the same name, to discuss the Marvel Cinematic Universe and rank the three’s Top 10 Pixar Movies.
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Per a listener suggestion, Nick and Justin discuss the nuances between a dating culture and a hookup culture. They talk about the influence of the internet and dating apps on the relationship-making process of dating, and Justin introduces "The Dating Assignment" that Dr. Kerri Cronin, PhD assigns to her students at Boston College. https://www.thedatingprojectmovie.com/ https://www.bc.edu/content/dam/files/schools/lsoe/pdf/DatingAssignment.pdf
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In this episode of Point of Doo, Nick and Justin discuss the different metaphorical masks we put on in different environments, and what it means to be authentic. They examine the definition of being “fake,” and play a game of guess the impression. (Their imitation skills are questionable.)
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Nick and Justin compare their preferences for Apple and Android phones. They discuss the recent Apple product launch event and time travel back to the time before big name smartphones.
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In this Point of Doo episode, Justin and Nick welcome their close friend Mary to talk about being a future social worker and the intersection of faith and justice. They also have a necessary discussion on SB8, the new law in Texas that makes safe abortions more inaccessible than ever before. Visit https://bit.ly/3hNlLSw if you live in Texas and need access to appropriate and safe reproductive care.
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Being kind doesn't have to be complicated. In this episode, Justin and Nick discuss how acts of compassion to ourselves and others comes in all different shapes and sizes. They reflect on their experiences during the #BeKind21 Campaign and remind each other that in the end, it's about connecting with one another on a human level.
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This episode, Justin and Nick have a discussion about music by responding to prompts with a song that comes to mind. Naturally, stories arise from their responses, proving the widely recognized idea that music brings people together. Avicii Tribute Concert: https://youtu.be/h2Tzd7MiOj8
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In this "back to school" episode, Justin and Nick discuss dealing with transition. Going from a more lax summer schedule to a more rigorous fall schedule, facing difficult or exciting life changes, and going from a more lax summer schedule to a more rigorous fall schedule will all be discussed. Additionally, the two will discuss going from a more lax summer schedule to a more rigorous fall schedule.
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In this episode, Justin and Nick follow up a continued conversation about mask-wearing by welcoming their friend Angela Solazzo to the show to discuss something that plagues us all: perfectionism.
Mentions in this episode include the Instagram accounts @obsessivelyeverafter, @pureochrissie, and @iocdf, as well as YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3y7nzej (owned and operated by Nick’s friend Michelle Hom)
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In this episode, Justin and Nick welcome Ryan DeVillier, their friend and Justin's self-proclaimed multipurpose friend, turned professional engineer, to revisit the ongoing conversation about going from student to employee. The three discuss the Ignatian value of discernment and how they use it in their everyday lives, and a discussion of mask-wearing in this next wave of the pandemic follows.
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Sibling dynamics are revealed on this episode of P.O.D.! Justin and Nick welcome their sisters and discuss what it's like to live with each other. Then, it's a sister vs. friend battle as they face off in a game of "Who Knows Me Better"!
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In response to the recent news concerning Simone Biles' participation in the Olympic Games, Nick and Justin felt called to talk about it and discuss mental health in sports, generally. https://www.nbcolympics.com/videos/explaining-what-twisties-are-gymnastics https://twitter.com/naomiosaka/status/1399422304854188037 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DIS7HXBAdDU&t=28s National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 For identity and issue specific mental health resources, visit the Born This Way Foundation: bornthisway.foundation/get-help-now To learn how to best support someone, like a friend or a peer, visit Be There: jack.org/bethere or bethere.org
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Justin and Nick discuss the rise of reboots, revivals and spin-offs in entertainment. They compare the streaming experiences of music vs. TV shows and movies and provide an in-depth review of the new iCarly revival on Paramount+.
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In our first episode (Yay!), we talk about the COVID-19 pandemic's effect on applying for jobs, our mental health, and what being in, and graduating from, college was like during the last year and a half. Nick reflects on his job search experiences and Justin talks about his recent transition from student to... well... TBD. Welcome to Point of Doo (P.O.D.)!
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