George and Jess Podcast

Teachers, emergency workers, healthcare professionals… these are examples of people who can make a huge impact on your life in a very short time. We’re sharing some specific experiences we’ve had today on the pod. Plus, you can’t miss George’s hilarious realization about the nurse who took care of him during his recent procedure.

When we did our morning radio show (if you're a new podcast listener, we did a morning radio show together for 11 years prior to doing the pod), we got used to sharing our lives. We heard from many listeners that it gave them a sense of comfort to hear about regular people who were 'just like them'. That 'normalness' (is that even a word?) has continued on our podcast. All that...

If you're following the news, some days feel like the world is on fire. Scratch that Canada actually IS on fire. Anyway, we've both started new hobbies this summer and we're sharing details. Jess is doing hand embroidery on thrifted and upcycled clothing. It's been a really fun way for her to combine her desire to create something with her hands and her passion for extending the li...

What is a lazy girl job? It's not quite like how it sounds. The actual 'girl' doing the job isn't lazy per se. The now-viral phrase is Gen Z's latest dig at hustle culture and burnout plaguing the prior generations. It's a job that pays a living wage that low expectations and responsibilities outside of the typical work hours - usually a remote job. Is Gen Z actually lazy o...

Last week congress had a hearing on UFOs and a former intel official says that the U.S. recovered non-human 'bioligics' from crash sites. After revealing the existence of extraterrestrials, the public essentially shrugged and said 'so what'. This has us asking the question: will anything surprise us again? Are we desensitized? When you live through as much 'unprecedented times&...

Seem to always lose track of time? Have a hard time remembering how long ago events happened? Late for everything? You might have what is being described as 'time blindness'. This has been listed as a symptom of ADHD in some people. After one Tik-tok'er went viral, people criticized her saying it was just lack of respect and poor time management. We're sharing the symptoms of '...

Thinking of growing your own cannabis when it becomes legal in Minnesota next week? Today's episode is for you. Keith and Matt from the CBD Centers are our guests. Keith has all the tips, tricks and knowledge for you to get started and grow successfully. Plus, details on upcoming classes for beginners at CBD Centers.

We all have wished at one point for an instant 'fix' to get fit or lose weight. And we all know there is no such thing. JP Fitness trainer, Ivan Hukee is our guest on the podcast today. He's talking about falling in love with the process of health and wellness versus only focusing on the results.

Are you a 'thrifter'? Thrift store shopping or buying second-hand is a great way to extend the life cycle of gently used clothing and accessories. Jess is sharing some treasures she recently found as well as tips for successful thrifting.

It was Barbiemania this weekend! The much-anticipated movie took the top spot at the Box Office this weekend, bringing in $155 million dollars in the US and $182 million internationally. Some critics are calling it a 'takedown of masculinity'. We're sharing what we thought of the film this morning.

Colostrum supplements are the latest craze. They claim to help with digestion, skin, hair, nails, joints and more. Ours arrived this week. More to come! We’re also talking about one (of many) of this weeks’ internet debates about country singer Miranda Lambert stopping her concert to call out some fans who were taking a photo of their group.

Legalization of recreational cannabis is less than two weeks away in Minnesota. Matt Little from the CBD Centers is our guest today, he's sharing how you can start growing successfully with their guidance.

Before removing alcohol from our lives when we were stressed, angry or irritated we might reach for a glass or wine or crack a beer when we needed to soothe. Nowadays, that reset button looks different. We're talking about our modes of stress relief in our life post-booze. Also an update on our would-be oceanfront cottage and a five-alarm family emergency that involves a missing stuffed animal...

I'm sure you've done it. You're watching a movie and shouting at the main character. You can see what they can't. Maybe it's a love interest right in front of them or a bad guy right behind them. What if you zoomed out on your life? What would the viewers be shouting at you if you were the main character in a movie of your life?

Have you ever looked around and thought, what if I sold everything and moved to a remote cabin in the woods or a cottage on the beach? It's an enticing thought, but likely not that simple. Our friend is selling a cottage in a remote fishing village in Canada. No, we're not moving to Canada... not yet, anyway.

There are so many wonderful healing modalities. After suffering for many years from shoulder pain that has affected her at differing degrees, Jess started an acupuncture journey last month. Today, she's sharing her experience so far. Plus, new images have been released from the James Webb Telescope and they are spectacular!

Blood is thicker than water? Not so fast says Gen Z. From vastly differing values and beliefs to politics and abuse. Some in the younger generations (including millennials) are cutting ties with their families.

When you think back on your life so far and ask yourself 'what has been the greatest joy?', what comes to mind? We're guessing it's not a possession... According to a study from Boston University School of Public Health in 2021, nearly 33% of American adults are depressed. We're talking about how to find your joy and want less 'stuff'. Here's the article we referenc...

There was a time in 2021 that we thought movie theaters might be over for good. Remember when we were all renting new releases at home? We were wrong. This year marks the return of the summer blockbuster. Next weekend two highly anticipated new releases are in theaters: Barbie and Oppenheimer. We're chatting about the hype surrounding these movies.

Jess is back to work today after a long 'stay-cation' and a girls weekend at the lake. She's sharing the joy of spending time with old friends and how it gets sweeter as time passes.

Anyone who has visited a health store or even a discount store recently knows that there is a supplement for everything. But how do you know what works and what you actually need? We're talking about the latest trending supplement, colostrum and its long list of benefits.

When did the 4th of July become another holiday we needed to buy ‘things’ for? Outfits, accessories, decorations… call me a party pooper but it it all feels like too much. We’re talking about leaning into a slow summer and releasing expectations (my own).

Care to play a game? Imagine a world without limitations where you can truly be and do anything. What would you want to be doing? How would you spend your days in a way that excited you to get up every day? We had this conversation the other night and we're digging deeper this morning.

We're back after a few days off last week! Happy 4th of July week! George and Jess both traveled last week. George 'up north' to his hometown south of the Canadian border. Jess visited Sioux Falls, South Dakota for work. We're sharing about our trips and talking about other revitalized midwest cities to visit.

George and Clara are headed 'Up North' this week. If you're from Minnesota you've probably gone 'up North'. It's a funny expression we use here for pretty much anywhere north of the Twin Cities metro area. These two are headed allll the way up, to the Canadian border. Jess is traveling for work and Noah's staying back to play ball. Whew. We're talking 4th of July, summer travel and for some reason...