George and Jess Podcast

You've been hearing George talk about his trainer at JP Fitness, Brett, for months. Today, he finally makes his first appearance in the Moon Lounge. George, Jon and Brett are taking over today. On the docket, is the NFL fixed? (Jess has been saying 'yes' to that for years) And a good discussion about fitness and nutrition too.

Happy Monday! We spent the weekend working on a bathroom renovation. These projects always take longer than expected, don’t they? But we’re so excited for it to be complete. Have you seen the headlines about Marie Kondo? She got famous a few years ago after her Netflix show about tidying up and organizing became a hit. Well, she has 3 kids now and says maybe being neat and organized isn’t the most...

So you have your goal. Now what? We’re talking about aligned action this morning and the steps that are key to reaching your goals. Set your intention. Know what you want. Believe you can achieve it. Take aligned action towards it. surrender control and trust the process.

Kidaulting is a phrase coined by the greatest generation. (Millennials, duh) It's essentially getting in touch with your inner child by finding things you loved to do when you were a kid and finding ways to bring them back into your life as an adult. We're talking about our inner 'Little George and Little Jess' today and remember what we loved and talking about how we bring that into our lives as...

If you are a Tik-Tok scroller, you've probably come across 'lucky girl syndrome' recently. It's basically harnessing the power of positive of thinking and affirmations. On this morning's episode, we're talking about reframing a bad day (and acknowledging that it's ok to have one!). We both felt down on Monday of this week. We're sharing our experience with sitting with the low feelings and how we...

We have our first dual-hosted guest episode today! Heidi Wyn, owner of Curiosi-Tea Haus is joining us to talk about her journey as a long time vegetarian to making the switch to veganism this year. Heidi's tea house, Curiousi-Tea Haus offers a full vegan menu and teas from around the world. Heidi shares recipes and more on her blog .

AI or Artificial Intelligence is developing quickly. The latest AI platform ChatGPT is really good at 'writing'. Teachers and professionals alike are raising their brows at the accuracy of its work. We're sharing our thoughts on AI, the good and bad this morning. We're also riffing on living off the grid (because, that goes hand in hand with a convo about AI, right?) :)

Seven days of intense work and healing. No phones. No one you know. Spiritual retreats are scattered across the country and promise to help you heal from childhood trauma and guide you on your spiritual awakening. They come with a high price tag. We’re talking about it this morning.

Raise your hand if you take your morning cup (pot) of coffee very seriously?? Yeah, us too. But, as we continue our wellness journey, we're exploring all aspects of our lives from sleep to diet to supplements and beyond. Today we're talking about caffeine, how it affects us and if we think we could give it up. 

Hilary Phelps is speaking out about her secret battle with addiction after being sober for 15 years. Hilary, who is the sister of swimmer Michael Phelps, is opening up about feeling ashamed to open up. We have been living alcohol free since December of 2021, we're talking about Hilary's revelations and sharing some of our own today. Also, holistic healing modalities are on the rise and we talk bri...

Food, booze... it's the season of 'detoxing'. There's another (sometimes overlooked) addictive little screen in your pocket that many people are trying to develop more healthy boundaries with. It's called a digital detox. While some people take to an extreme of no screens at all for a month, that isn't an option for everyone. On today's episode Jess talks about her attempt a better boundaries with...

The third Monday in January is known as 'blue Monday', supposedly the most depressing day of the year. We're talking about ways to beat the blues today and reclaim 'blue Monday' with a different mindset. We also watched the documentary 'Kiss the Ground' on Netflix this weekend, it was suggested to us by a listener. We'll talk more about that experience as well. Make it a GREAT Monday (instead of a...

It's the middle of January but we are getting through the cold, dark days by making plans for our veggie and pollinator gardens. We'd love to hear from hardcore or beginner gardeners alike! What tips and tricks do you have and what are you planning for spring? Tune in this morning to hear our (admittedly lofty) goals for our backyard when the weather warms up!

When you hear 'midlife crisis' what do you think? A sports car and an 18 year old girlfriend? The midlife crisis is going through a rebrand. It's not fast cars and vacation homes anymore. It's about awakening to who you really are and what you've been missing in your life. Join us for today's episode as we explore the 'Modern Midlife Crisis'.

Last week we discussed the Governor of Minnesota's recent announcement that if presented with a bill legalizing adult-use recreational cannabis, he would sign it into law. Today, Matt Little, owner of The CBD Centers is a guest to talk more in-depth about what this means for the state and his industry. And what consumers can expect.

Did you commit to Dry January? According to the website Alcohol Change, 9 million people will do Dry January this year! On today's episode we're offering support and tips for committing to a dry January (and beyond!). Plus, how to answer the question 'why aren't you drinking' (hint: you don't owe anyone an explanation for your choices). If you didn't choose to do Dry January, you can still make th...

Last week at this time we were all ready to show up and tackle our goals in a big way. Then a 4-day storm swept most of the country and schools were cancelled and delayed and Christmas break seemed like it was never going to end and then we had to face reality after the holidays. So, anyway, can we get a re-do? The answer is a resounding YES! You can start on your goals ANY DAY. The date or month...

On Thursday, the Governor of Minnesota posted on social media that he is ready to sign legislation legalizing adult-use of cannabis. Residents are reacting and we’re weighing on todays episode.

Monday night during the Buffalo Bills vs. Cincinnati Bengals game, 24-year-old Damar Hamlin collapsed after a hit and is currently (at the time of recording) in critical condition. This has brought up a recurring conversation among parents, coaches and medical professionals about young people playing contact sports, specifically football. We have a 10 year old son who has played 2 years of tackle...

Time is our most valuable resource and when you're looking to make big changes in your life it can feel like time isn't on your side. We're talking about micro-changes you can make that will add up to help you reach your goals - even when you're short on time. 

Happy New Year! We're a few days in to 2023 now and we hope you had a wonderful holiday. We had a very chill 10 days at home with the kids and it was just what we needed to reset, plan for the new year and set some exciting intentions! Do you do the 'word of the year' trend? Jess has selected 'Intentional' as her word for 2023. George is more of a tangible goal-setter so he is working on those. We...

As we usher in a new year, we have had the extreme pleasure to share our journey with you in 2022. We are grateful for each of you who has listened to 1 episode or 199 episodes. We've laughed and we (Jess) has cried. Jess had the opportunity to experience a Reiki healing session this week and is sharing about that experience as well as going into more depth about why she is on this healing journey...

On Monday, we celebrated one year of not drinking alcohol. This morning we are sharing the biggest changes we've experienced physically, mentally, and emotionally. From the moment we decided to 'take a break' from booze to now, all of the ups and downs. And we're encouraging you to consider committing to a year off from alcohol in your life*. *Please consult your doctor prior to embarking on any m...

George has been sharing a few instances of seeing 'Angel numbers' or repeating numbers. Jess has always been a big believer. Today, she's sharing a story about a friend seeing the SAME number as George right before listening to the episode where HE talked about Angel numbers. (You following?) Kind of a fun synchronicity! The 'Bomb cyclone' (apparently that is a real thing) is sweeping the country...

Christmas through the eyes of a child makes the season even more magical. Today, we're recalling our favorite Christmas morning memories from our own childhoods. Evil Knievel motorcycle stunt bikes, hot wheels tracks and American Girl dolls top our lists. What is your favorite memory of Christmases gone by?