Jovia C

Not Spiraling!

Society EN ↓ 97 episodes

Welcome to Not Spiraling. My name is Jovia— and I have a 'PHD' in Spiraling and Over Thinking. I will use this space to talk my way out of it. I hope my thoughts resonate and inspire you, too. Not Spiraling replaces Conversations— the original podcast with my son, John Anthony. Those older episodes and intro will remain. He may start his own podcast, and/or feature here occasionally.

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Episodes

Balancing passion, pursuing dreams, and responsibility’s 02.02.2023 49:24

John is a Junior ..so naturally the ‘what happens after high school?’ question is louder than ever. In this episode, we discuss what it means to pursue one’s passion…fiercely, (and realistically). John is passionate about animation, concept art, music composition, AND Political Science! Soo yea. To be continued! 😎🤓

Practicing Japanese…. 16.08.2022 23:05

John spent all summer learning Japanese. He shares some thoughts on the progress he has made so far.

Moving to Japan one day. In the meantime, let’s talk Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji. 😎 30.07.2022 22:34

In this episode, we chat about John’s fascination with Japanese culture, and desire to move there one day.

School lunches, integrity, capitalism, and John running for office one day? 10.07.2022 51:01

Are things really bad in America?

Subscription fatigue. CNN+ only managed 10,000 or so subscribers? Really? Really. Wow. 13.06.2022 39:55

Just found out today (from John), that CNN+ is no more. Ouch. We discuss.

Tribes, kingdoms, and languages. 19.05.2022 18:21

In this episode..we go over some basic words in Luganda and a brief discussion about the Baganda tribe.

2D vs. 3D. A random mini debate. 17.05.2022 37:08

John makes the case for 2D. He does not appreciate the fact that people often disrespect it.

Will Smith, the power of emotion, and finding value in thick skin. 28.03.2022 12:00

Everyone is talking about it today. It was hard to watch. And sad. And…and..and. 😢😬

Friends, road trips, music 🎻, and Disney World. 15.03.2022 48:03

John and his High School Orchestra spent a week at Disney World. In this episode, I ask him all about it..in the ‘mom-est’ way possible. 😂😂

Choral music, holding notes, making dinner, and string instruments. 22.02.2022 24:58

John argues that holding a note via string instruments is probably harder than voice.

Human beings are complex. Lower your expectations. Be happy. Friendships in High School and beyond. 20.02.2022 28:23

We all have a story about ‘friendships’. John shares some of his.

Chicken breast smoothies, Gratitude, and Fearlessness. 21.01.2022 18:32

My love and hate relationship with the ever bland chicken breast!

‘When Tennis Became a Stage for Right and Wrong During a Pandemic’ Damien Cave. My Novak rant ends. 18.01.2022 17:29

The New York Times article, ‘When Tennis Became a Stage for Right and Wrong During a Pandemic’ by Damien Cave, posted on 1/14/2022— is a fitting end to my Novak Djokovic rant. 4 episodes later. 😎🎾

Djokovic booted out of Australia. The cost of personal choices. I am not gloating. 16.01.2022 43:06

Australia got it right. Now it is time for some wonderful Tennis come Monday! 🎾

Novak Djokovic. The entitled pest that refuses to go away. 14.01.2022 29:58

Novak’s visa has been cancelled. Again. Of course he is trying to appeal the decision. AGAIN.

Novak Djokovic. I LOVE tennis. I do not like him. At all. 05.01.2022 33:07

Novak always finds himself in the news for the all the wrong reasons. My take on his latest stunt.

‘The Great Resignation’ and Audie Cornish leaving NPR. :( 04.01.2022 10:30

I just learned that Audie Cornish, one of my favorite NPR hosts, has decided to join ‘The Great Resignation’ train. I am sad..but I have to say, GOOD FOR HER!And good for anyone who courageously stepped forward (in spite of the unknowns), to pursue their goals!

Capitalism, Greed, and Elizabeth Holmes’s guilty verdict. 04.01.2022 25:00

I still cannot get over the fact that Theranos survived as long as it did. AND that Elizabeth and company, managed to raise over $900M. End rant.

Memento Mori, Fireworks, Illness, and Happy New Year! 01.01.2022 13:39

Slowly recovering my voice, and my health. Stopped by just to wish you a Happy New Year! Meanwhile my neighbor’s dog, and fireworks are happening outside! 🎆🥴

Happy Holidays. Merry Christmas. Happy Weekend. 25.12.2021 7:55

Wishing you peace, love, and joy this Christmas, holiday, or weekend..whatever you celebrate. It is such a special time of year that I shall ignore the fact that my mic picked up sounds from my dryer, and neighbor’s car. No editing necessary. 😑🎄

HBO’s ‘Succession’ and that Theme Song. 19.12.2021 12:44

Quick chat about what makes this theme song wonderfully complex and memorable.

The Alpinist. Courage. Pursuing one’s passion. Living fully without fear. 19.12.2021 17:11

We just watched The Alpinist, on Netflix. A resounding celebration, and reminder of what it means to live fully, and accepting others’ dreams even when said dreams do not make sense to us. A lesson in knowing that all of our individual goals, passions, and desires—-matter. I hope this episode, AND especially the documentary, inspires you to live fully! Find your ‘project possible!’ ❤️👊

Happy Thanksgiving… Tick Tick BOOM!, Come to your senses, and living in the moment. 18.12.2021 21:12

I have yet another song obsession..this time from the soundtrack of the new Netflix film, Tick Tick Boom! It tells the story of the late Jonathan Larson, the genius composer, and creator of the smash musical RENT. Of course I asked John to try and play the intro on the fly! 🤦‍♀️. Included is a clip of the actual recording from the film. Enjoy, and Happy Thanksgiving!

Cutting cable, Sports Fans, and the agony of YouTube TV. 18.12.2021 32:22

John and I debate once again…this time about whether or not sports fans can ‘survive’ life without cable. And of course it doesn’t help that YouTube TV just lost ESPN and other Disney channels. 😬

YouTube and the DISLIKE button.. 04.12.2021 51:41

When it comes to YouTube’s decision to (sort of) remove the dislike button… John has some thoughts (and a cold)! Well I have some thoughts, too —but it appears that I’m in the minority here? 😑