Middle Ground Podcast

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: Caroline’s life update: 5:08 Jo’s life update: 11:22 Everyone's having babies: 14:40 Life Path Numbers:...

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 wit...

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 i...

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 s...

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 Mana...

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: https://www.jojohnson.co/blog/how-to-budget-an-inconsistent-income https://www.jojohn...

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 Our Website and Merch:  https://www.middlegroundpod...

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 Our Website and...

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!  Our Website and Merch:  https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/ Follow us on Instagram: Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/ Jo: https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby...

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...

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 wit...

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 Our Website and Merch:  https:...

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 i...

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...

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 Our Website and Merch:  h...

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 Our Website and Merch:  https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/ Follow us on Instagram: Podcast: https...

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 Focu...

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 hyphena...

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: 1...

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 Our Website and Merch:  https:...

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 Our Website and Merch:  https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/ Follow us on Instagram: Podcast: https://www.ins...

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:...

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 go...

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 s...

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 Our Website and Merch:  https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/ Follow us on Instagram: Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/ Jo: https://www.in...