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Dev's in the hot seat. In this episode, we get to know Devon. Just after her 33rd birthday, Jay and Josh ask questions orbiting her lifestyle as a writer, yoga enthusiast, creative, and (naturally) older sister. They try to guess the things that she couldn't live without and corner her with [frankly bizarre] would-you-rathers. Important questions rise to the surface—when did she become suc...

Is it bad or cringe to want fame? In this episode, we take a deep dive into fame. Beyond the cultural obsession and the spectacle of celebrity, what is fame actually about? Josh speaks to fame as a driver of change. Devon speaks to the unhealthy complex that fame stokes in our culture's subconscious. Jay differentiates types of fame, suggesting that using fame for positive impact is still a wo...

You don't just wake up one day and realize you're an adult. In this episode, the sibs discuss the curious landmarks of getting older. What does adulting mean? And how do you know you're doing it? Jay shares a story about facing a literal dumpster fire. Devon comments on the complexities of aging specifically for women. Josh contemplates the big dreams of childhood, and why our ceiling...

Storytelling is at the heart of humanity—how we learn, grow, and connect. In this episode, we examine the current landscape of storytelling and narrative. Josh shares his thoughts on the elements that make a story great. Devon wonders how social media is changing our appetite for longer-form pieces and the written word. Jay considers the rise of binge-watching and how that changes the content expe...

Finally, the sibs embark on a conversation about wellness. In the shadows of this 4 trillion dollar industry, lives a troubling question: Why are physical and mental health at an all-time low? In this episode, we take a transparent look at the wellness movement. Jay differentiates the pursuit of wellness from the industry of wellness. Josh points out that for there to be a wellness industry, there...

Why does comparison thief our joy? In this episode, we talk about the dynamics of comparison. How, in some ways, it's fundamental to our development as a species; but mostly, is a waste of time and energy. Devon speaks to comparison as a never-ending game that extinguishes gratitude. Jay shares some tangential but thought-provoking opinions on AI. And Josh notes that while it's largely unh...

The sibs dive into the popular, enchanting, and sometimes cringe conversation of manifestation. Beyond the understanding that seems to be always #trending, what are the principles behind manifestation, really? How does it work? Josh proposes a formula that involves knowing what you want and aligning thoughts and emotions. Jay's approach to manifestation is admiringly structured. Devon explores...

The sibs have a down-to-earth conversation about vices. They explore what qualifies as a vice, but also the role that vices play in the human experience. Aristotle defines a vice as a "bad habit of the soul," but do our everyday vices really circle to our moral compass? Jay shares his recent journey of giving up his vice—nicotine, while Devon shares her journey of giving up sugar and caf...

Ready to get to know Jay? It's all eyes on the middle child in this episode of sibs. Devon and Josh ask questions getting to the bottom of things like Jay's impact-driven vision, his alleged time scarcity condition, and life-defining moments. They scare him with some would-you-rathers and challenge him to create a new candy product in four minutes (he's a brand guy, and a candy guy). T...

Surrounded by headlines, doomsdayers, and fear-based campaigns—it's no wonder we're reluctant about climate change. In this episode, Jay shares insights from his years learning about climate change and working in the climate tech industry. He gives us an accessible understanding of where the issues started—and what's holding us back. He emphasizes the importance of choosing a more prod...

Burnout is a real way of life these days... But it doesn't have to be. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on burnout. We look at the conditions and rewards that keep us in patterns of exhaustion and suggest ways to step out of them—even if it means swimming upstream. Jay provides some helpful social context. Josh interprets burnout as a message; a sign that something needs to change. De...

The sibs debrief after a weekend of live music at Red Rocks and Coachella. What makes a truly compelling performance? Jay shares the importance of being completely "taken" by something. Josh speaks to the way art demands that we hold nothing back. Devon shares the science of awe, a core emotions that decompresses our nervous system and improves our health. But not everyone can be the hea...

In this episode, the sibs dig into the nuance of change as a governing force—its role in our culture and individual lives. Devon shares her current chapter of uncertainty, and questions where trust enters the equation. Jay acknolwedges it's hard to know whether to be active or passive in seasons of change. Through sharing a personal experience, Josh speaks to the importance of time in understa...

Big news in sibs-land: Jay is now a homeowner. So we discuss the implications—whether buying a house is necessary for putting down roots, and if it could mean anything more than a fat loan. Devon challenges the emotional associations between shelter, safety, and security. Jay speaks to making "traditional" choice from a conscious place. Josh asks an intriguing question—how do we embark u...

We hang out for a weekend in Los Angeles and have a great time, sparking the question—why are we friends? Where do healthy sibling dynamics come from? Devon speaks the importance of choosing accountability in relationships instead of expectations. Jay and Josh navigate a recent quarrel, and how they turned conflict into growth. We ponder the possibility of exploring multiple lifetimes together.

From American youth to the way we engage with sports today (or don't), the sibs explore this avenue of culture and the role it plays in their personal lives. Josh shares quotes from a short story he wrote when he was seven years old, Devon has thoughts on the spectacle of sport and physical prowess, and how it snubs those on different paths. Jay positions sport as one of the greatest unity poi...

The sibs take a moment to introduce Vedic Meditation—a practice they have been deeply passionate about for years and will likely often reference in future episodes. In this quick episode, they share the fundamentals of the practice, the benefits, and what it's like to live life as "a meditator."

We compare the Zen concept of The Beginner's Mind to the fear of starting small. We define this mindset for ourselves, and hone in on the vulnerability of starting new endeavors. Jay can relate, having recently started guitar lessons. Josh makes a likely case that these fears trace back to tribal mentality, and our need to belong. Devon asks what we need to do in order to feel the fear of star...

Introducing... The Money Fairy. The sibs discuss the logistics of a financial higher power and debate the energetics of money. Josh gets real with his ongoing growth in this arena. Jay considers the origins of greed—how it has amplified across time—raising the questions of: what is enough? Devon gives tips on how one can make contact with their own Money Fairy.

The sibs dare to discuss death. We rate our fears of death on a scale from 1-10 and theorize possibilities of what happens when we're on the other side. Devon lowkey hopes she'll get a performance review. Culturally, do we ignore death or is it all around us? Jay thinks the latter. Josh speaks to impotance of thinking about the nature of death as a beginning, as something even better, and...

We explore how to more consciously navigate social media and whether we have a moral responsibility to comment and form opinions on current events. What are the obligations that come with having influence? We talk pros and cons of digital connection. Josh is kind to provide an update on the modern lexicon. Jay admits extreme disappointment in the failure of social media in consideration of what it...

We get honest and feisty about the discipline of our morning routines. And, we examine how many aspects of our daily routines are a result of marketing messages. Jay reminds us of about the essence of branding and how its designed to influence identity. Devon shares her own crisis that she might not be a vegetarian anymore. Josh shares a perspective on coming to peace with our past selves.

The sibs attempt to navigate the extremes of being human—the pain, the tragedy, the beauty—and the tension between them. We take a look at how prominent social figures absorb themselves into the human experience and admire their devotion to craft. Instead of idolozing, Josh speaks the importance of worshiping qualities over individuals. Devon gets "super spiritual" about soul blueprints....

The inaugural episode. Does the world need another podcast? We get real about the tension between the impulse to create and the vulnerability of sharing. Devon explores the importance of knowing ourselves on the level of silence before we express. Josh finds it amusing that we overthink sharing to such an extent (can't be normal). Jay thinks it's likely most people feel this way—the fear o...

The sibs talk about the cultural obsession with high intensity and how it's connected to personal growth. But what about stillness? What about the kind of evolution that comes from less sensation and silence? Josh asks an important question—who are we in the absence of intensity? Devon talks about the importance of exploring the inner terrain. Jay notes that the challenge of being still might...