The Venn Dialogues

Welcome back to the Venn Dialogues, this week we talk about sleep. We explore the stages of sleep, the ways one can get sleep and what type of chronotype someone may be. We talk about how much sleep is enough and when you may want to be concerned you are not getting enough. We even take a stroll through history to understand how we have come to sleep the way we do. Come to learn and laugh along th...

We’re wrapping up the film production chat starting where we left off. We wrap up the episode revisiting various crew positions and their wages. Sources: https://blog.reedsy.com/guide/story-structure/ https://www.tlu.ee/~rajaleid/montaazh/Hero%27s%20Journey%20Arch.pdf https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/how-to-make-a-short-film/ https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Film-Industry-Salary https://www....

Ever wondered how your favorite movie/tv show got to where it is? Well we’re here to help! On this weeks episode, we’re discussing the ins and outs of the film production process. Most of the knowledge coming from Christine’s past in film during college. There was so much information, we needed to split this into two parts! On this episode, we discuss the roles within the film production from the...

First they were used to smush boobs together, then an invention gave breasts their own space, but now… is it time to let them go? If you’ve been struggling with your bra, you’re not alone! Let’s dig deeper (no pun intended on your bra band digging into your skin as you read this!!!) into the bra and find out how we got here. Sources: https://trueandco.com/pages/20-bra-types-for-every-woman https:/...

Its that time again! We recap the last couple of topics and see if anything new came up for us since we last discussed them. Join us as we revisit the last series of topics and enjoy the ride. Come for the recap and leave with the hallmarks of an unforgettable journey. Share an episode with a friend! Happy Listens. Join the Conversation Follow us: @Venn. Dialogues on Instagram @VennDialoguePod on...

This episode we talk about sexual & romantic orientations. We dive into defining some common, uncommon and potentially novel terms for defining someone's sexual or romantic attraction. This is a great episode to learn more about self and the different ways that others around you could identify on not only a sexual level, but also romantically as well! Come join the conversation. See resou...

Spirited Away, Digimon, Pokemon, Sailor Moon, Dragonball Z, Naruto, Bleach - just a few examples of Animes that hail from Japan, but have definitely made an impact in American society. Come learn more about the 22 billion dollar industry (not 220 billion - as I mistakenly said in the episode - oof being human is hard lol). Come get your weekly dose of learning with the Venn Dialogues as we talk ab...

June is Black Music Month! From the icons who steered the way for others to the ones sampling and paving their own paths, black music artists have been shaping the way we listen to music across many genres. We’re learning more about music through trivia! Test your knowledge, join along and try to answer the questions before they’re revealed.  Sources: The Birth of Hip Hop: https://www.youtube.com/...

Ever heard that candles and incense are bad for you? Ever taken the time to look into if it's true or not? Well, the Venn Dialogues has done the work for ya, so come take a listen and learn more about how you can unlock the best use of your home fragrances for both your home and your health.  Article Links: https://burntbeech.com/blogs/news/the-history-of-incense   https://neocandle.com/histo...

Do you know what cognitive dissonance really is? Join us to find out more! And explore the secret second option of what could actually be going on when you’re in a state of dissonance. It’s time to look within! Sources: https://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/document?repid=rep1&type=pdf&doi=8eb597672a3c4a62a569c8ad650f4258d0f61123 https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1967-13584-001?doi=1 https://www.berk...

May is Haitian Heritage Month and we’re celebrating! Join us as we talk about the Haitian Revolution and how important it is to to black history. We also talk about Haitian Flag Day and some important Haitian historical figures. Join the conversation! Resources: http://ndl.ethernet.edu.et/bitstream/123456789/19379/1/1768.pdf#page=250 https://blockclubchicago.org/2021/10/21/lake-shore-drive-signs-n...

Do you take any supplements? Do HIIT workouts? Intermittently fast? If so, you may be a biohacker! In this episode, we explore biohacking in all its forms and, trust, it's more than just supplements. Come to learn, laugh and maybe leave a little concerned. Share an episode with a friend and let us know if you have any thoughts on the conversation! Article Links: https://medium.com/parallax-vi...

This week we talk Sinners, the new movie by Ryan Coogler. Come join the conversation by letting us know your thoughts as well! Comment on Instagram @Venn. Dialogues Challenge: Share your favorite moments from Sinners. Try and catch it in IMAX/70mm Sound Effects Attribution: Group of people - Cheering - Outside - 10.wav by Sirderf -- https://freesound.org/s/332308/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Join...

Join us as we recap our last episodes. Tell us your favorite episode! Join the Conversation Follow us: @Venn. Dialogues on Instagram @VennDialoguePod on X (formerly known as twitter) @venndialoguespod.bsky.social on Bluesky Music Thanks To: Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Old Streets by Crystal Squad https://tunetank.com/track/3487-old-streets/ Special Thanks: Drum Roll - Sound Effect...

Ever heard of the NYT 36 Questions to Fall in Love? Well, they come from a psychology study which was conducted to see if there was a way to create a temporary connection or feeling of closeness between two strangers. The study evaluated a lot of things such as attachment styles and how they interact and, so, Christine and Jacoby decided to chat about what these questions mean to them or how they...

What would YOU want to be remembered for? Finding the cure for cancer? Solving world hunger? Or how about crushing the most cans of soda WITH YOUR HEAD in 30 seconds? In this episode, we dive into the wild, weird, and truly wonderful world of Guinness World Records. From the tallest stacks to mind-bending physical feats, we explore what drives people to push the limits of human achievement. You&ap...

We talk cleanliness and hygiene. Wanna learn about how we got to our current state of affairs (people not washing their legs, people resisting scientific advancements in public health, etc.)? Well come for the knowledge, leave with some laughs and maybe a little bit of the ick.  Article Links: https://lydianaturals.com/soap-history-facts-and-folklore-from-ancient-days/ https://www.wilsonquarterly....

This week we talk Bechdel-Wallace Test, which is sort of like a test and a rating all in one. It aims to determine if movies are displaying any form of feminism in their portrayal of women characters. See some resources below about Bechdel-Wallace Test.  Share an episode with a friend!  Resources: https://bechdeltest.com/ https://dykestowatchoutfor.com/the-rule/ Challenge: Watch a movie and see if...

We're doing it for all the math nerds out there. This week we explore the spiritual side of numbers by discussing numerology, which is like a mix between a personal test, horoscope and math! Come for the conversation, leave wondering about our potential deeper connections to numbers. Join the conversation by giving us a like or comment on instagram @Venn. Dialogues. And dont forget the weekly...

Have you watched Paradise? No? Well, start watching it! You have? Then join us in a recap of Season 1 as we prepare for the quickly renewed Season 2! This week we’re discussing the new Hulu Original series Paradise starring Sterling K. Brown (and that ass of his!). Don’t let us spoil the series for you, so make sure you watch before you listen! If you don’t care about spoilers (or won’t be watchin...

Ramadan Kareem! Ramadan Mubarak!  These are traditional greetings for Ramadan which translate to “generous Ramadan” & “blessed Ramadan” respectively. Today we talk Ramadan and a bit of fasting. Come for the knowledge, stay for the laughs! Join us in the “Two in The Think” Segment where we explore our thoughts on fasting, the difference between Islam & Muslim and our general knowledge of Ra...

Join Jacoby & Christine as they recap all their episodes so far! They discuss lessons learned, how they developed their topics, common themes between topics and any expansion of the topics since the initial podcast episode.  Challenge : Let us know your favorite episode so far on any of our Instagram posts @Venn. Dialogues and talk about your favorite topic with a friend and share what you hav...

Black History Month is celebrated in February because it started as just a week in February starting in 1926. It remains in February as a whole month because it includes and honors Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln’s birthday. So, no Dick Gregory, they didn’t just give black people the shortest month of the year! What do YOU know about Black History Month? Are you still celebrating it as much...

Happy Valentine’s day, Single Awareness Day & Galentine's Day to everyone out there who celebrates! And if you're like me, well,  a Happy Friday will suffice!  This episode we dive into dating and the history of how it developed to what we experience in our modern time. As usual it was a journey and a lot of good nuggets of information were shared and learned. Join the conversation o...

Picture this: America, 1582. Yeah, I know, it’s not like the America we know now – no highways, no Wi-Fi, just a bunch of guys in tights and hats with feathers. Anyway, the Pope decides to change the calendar. One day, it’s October 4th, and the next, poof, it’s October 15th. Ten days just vanish! So my cousin, Rosalie *God rest her* she’s all excited about her birthday party on the 5th, right? Wel...