I Don't Do That (with Ocho)

If you ask me, most of us in the U.S. work too hard.  Many of us can't really imagine what it might be like to not work.  Maybe it sounds nice.  But what if you wanted to work, and were unable to?  This was the case with Devin, who is back in the workforce after a 16-year absence.  In this episode, Devin openly shares her experiences making her way in a world without employment, and finding h...

Most of us know a DJ. They're the person who picks the music. How hard could it possibly be? Maybe the DJ is creating a beat in real time to an audience, or maybe they are scratching vinyl records. Those things certainly seem to require some skill and attention. But what sort of talent is required to play a bunch of songs in a digital format? Or to press a button on a pre-programmed beat that...

Most well-known musical artists start out playing cover songs. They tend to play fewer covers as they become known for their original work. So when is it time to get out from under the covers? We present the story of Ben Scruggs, a musician and radio DJ in Southern Minnesota. Find out what motivates him to play original music, and hear about the journey that led him there. Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for...

What does it mean to have a successful music career?  Most people immediately think "rich and famous."  In this episode, Chase and Ocho dissect that idea, bringing out more unique ideas about what they focus on, apart from fame. Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as a supporter of this podcast!

Fuzzy has been a social media enthusiast since the platforms existed. A prolific content creator with a large following, he decided to pull the plug on all platforms in the early part of the 2020s. Listen to find out his story.  Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as a supporter of this podcast!

Most of us have wondered what it would be like to be self-employed, but not a lot of people try it. Listen to this episode to find out how Sherrie got into running her own business! Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as a supporter of this podcast!

At long last, Season Three of I Don't Do That will be coming to your device!  Get the episode topics, release dates, and other valuable information in this fun-packed teaser. Also, learn about the upcoming Song For The Night Podcast coming in early 2024! Plus, Ocho's "I Know You Want To Know What I Did This Summer (Vacation)" Finally, hear two original songs, one of which has n...

Bridget quit shaving her body 7 years ago as an experiment in self-acceptance. Tune in to hear the results of her choice! Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as a supporter of this podcast!

Jess has been a practicing vegan for 13 years.  In this episode, we find out what's so delicious about it!  We also talk about Jess's personal journey, and discuss stereotypes about vegans and omnivores alike.  Bon apetit.   Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as a supporter of this podcast!

This is a follow-up to "I Don't Play Drums (Ogar)," Season 1, Episode 4.  If you haven't already, you'll want to listen to that episode before tuning in to this one. When we last spoke with Ogar just 2 or 3 months ago, he was a resolute non-drummer.  He hadn’t touched drum sticks in two years.  Ogar’s 15-year pursuit of excellence had led to the fulfillment of some of his...

Artists don't get to choose how their work is interpreted.  Bands don't always get to choose how their music is classified.  In this episode, Aaron discusses not quite fitting in to a subculture of people who don't quite fit in to the culture at large.   Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as a supporter of this podcast!

How many good vibes can a person handle?  Is it possible to get too much of a good thing?  Paul explores the boundaries of those questions at every turn.  Join us as we talk about the pleasures of substances, sex, humor, and seeking truth through experience. Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as a supporter of this podcast!

Listeners, start your engines!  Now turn them off.  Our guest today is Cathy who voluntarily gave up driving at age 75.  Tune in to find out Cathy's story as she puts it in park, and lets go of the wheel for the last time. Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as a supporter of this podcast!

The end of the year marks the end of Season 1 for the I Don't Do That Podcast.  Tune in as Ocho discusses upcoming highlights for Season 2, wishes for future podcast episodes, and reflections on Season 1.  Season 2 starts next week! Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as a supporter of this podcast!

The end of the year marks the end of Season 1 for the I Don't Do That Podcast.  Tune in as Ocho discusses upcoming highlights for Season 2, wishes for future podcast episodes, and reflections on Season 1.  Season 2 starts next week! Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as a supporter of this podcast!

Cheers!  In this episode we follow Melissa Ketchum (host of the Awakening Hour Podcast) through her best and worst moments with alcohol, culminating in her arrival at lifelong sobriety.  Listen to absorb Melissa's inspirational message of self-awareness and personal power. Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as a supporter of this podcast!

Come play with us! Or don't. On this episode, Ocho talks with Molly about her aversion to sports. Despite being a dance teacher in a culture of physical competition, Molly prefers using movement as a form of expression and musicality.  Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as a supporter of this podcast!

From the time they were born, Ethan and Tyler were forbidden from participating in many activities that most of us take for granted. In this episode, we discuss a very long (yet somehow incomplete) list of things that Jehovah's Witnesses don't do. These include seemingly trivial things such as toasting beverages (not permitted), to life-enriching decisions such as going to college (no wa...

Don't you want somebody to love? Why stop with one person? In this episode, our guest tells us about the virtues of relationship anarchy. Although loving non-traditionally can be misunderstood and may lead to frustration, Seth is happy living out his natural inclination toward ethical non-monogamy. Tune in to learn more about his experiences with this lifestyle.  Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for excl...

Most of us don't know what it's like to leave our homes for somewhere across the globe. José, however, has been traveling the world since he was 17. Although he loves his home and often returns to visit, he has decided to reside and earn citizenship in a different country, on another continent. In this episode, we learn from his perspective. Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as...

What's more powerful than prayer or ritual?  For Shiloh, it has always been faith in their abilities, coupled with self-love.  Exposed to both Lakota and Christian spirituality in their childhood, Shiloh found it more effective and honest to develop their own contemplative process.  In this episode, we learn more about Shiloh's process of creating meaning--how they discovered it, and how...

"You're so smart; why don't you do better?" Melody was confronted with this statement constantly throughout school. In this episode, we discuss her situation: leading the curve in many areas, while underperforming in others. Tune in to hear Melody share her struggle to adapt to the school system, and its failure to meet the needs of people in her situation.  Visit ko-fi.com/och...

In his teens, Ogar found his calling playing drums. His aspirations to greatness have granted him proficiency, and an appreciation from a wide audience. He played for years, always practicing and improving.  He went on many tours and recorded many albums. Then, something inside him told him it was time to stop playing entirely, all at once. Listen to find out more! Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusi...

It didn't take much for Marsha to realize that social media was not her cup of tea.  As an outsider, observing the rise of these technologies has made her happy to be free of them!  It has also given her concern for a humanity that may be losing its humanness.  In this episode, we get in touch with Marsha's hands-on, flesh-and-blood lifestyle. Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content a...

Put your hands together for David, who does not put their hands together!  They will snap their fingers, and even play hand drums.  But don't expect them to clap.  Listen to their story here. Visit ko-fi.com/ocho for exclusive content as a supporter of this podcast!