George and Jess Podcast

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A place for open-minded conversations about holistic wellness, personal-development, alcohol-free living and spirituality. Supporting your journey of self-discovery. read less

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The George and Jess Podcast is a lifestyle talk show. Before hosting the show, George and Jess Blais worked as morning radio hosts in Mankato, Minnesota. After eleven years on the job, COVID-19 upended their lives. It was the push they needed to transition from radio to podcasting. In addition to this daily program, the couple hosts Cosmic Country Radio.

In the podcast, George and Jess discuss things that matter to them. They have been alcohol-free since 2021 and chronicle how their lives have changed. They also provide tips to people who are considering quitting but aren't comfortable with the "sober" label.

Wellness and holistic living make up a big part of the conversations on the podcast. Jess is an astrology enthusiast, so there is plenty of star talk on the show. In one episode, George and Jess consider the importance of routine in a balanced life. They also question whether old traditions hold people back from experiencing meaningful moments. Is there value in hosting the holidays for family members one doesn't get along with? Cannabis, red-light therapy, and intentional aging each get an episode.

The George and Jess Podcast also keeps listeners informed about the latest trends. The cohosts discuss whether Taylor Swift deserves to be Time's Person of the Year. Jess wants to transform their den into an un-dining room, but George is skeptical. As an old married couple, they have opinions about the validity of TikTok's "bird test." They also consider the benefits of the "sleep divorce," or separate bedrooms, in a marriage.

The banter between Jess and George is loving and easygoing. They poke gentle fun at one another's foibles. Jess doesn't understand George's passion for football. On the other hand, George seems mystified by Jes's tendency to follow all the latest trends.

Listeners who like lighthearted banter may enjoy the series. Wellness fans might also learn something new on the show. The short episodes make the George and Jess Podcast a quick, fun listen.

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Episode 446: What is going on with Kate Middleton?

Episode 446: What is going on with Kate Middleton?

It's getting very weird across the pond... speculation as to the whereabouts of Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, are increasing. After a British Mother's Day photo was redacted from the newswire internet sleuths and the public are questioning Kate's wellbeing.

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Episode 446: What is going on with Kate Middleton?

Episode 446: What is going on with Kate Middleton?

It's getting very weird across the pond... speculation as to the whereabouts of Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, are increasing. After a British Mother's Day photo was redacted from the newswire internet sleuths and the public are questioning Kate's wellbeing.

Episode 445: Performance, healthy cooking and spring fitness goals with Jon Jamieson from JP Fitness

Episode 445: Performance, healthy cooking and spring fitness goals with Jon Jamieson from JP Fitness

Jon Jamieson is today's guest. He's talking about setting your spring fitness goals and how much you can accomplish in 8-12 weeks before summer. There are also some exciting upcoming events at JP Fitness.

Episode 444: Minnesota State University Mankato has a fresh new look - and the community has thoughts

Episode 444: Minnesota State University Mankato has a fresh new look - and the community has thoughts

For the firs time since 1998, Minnesota State University Mankato is getting a bold, new look. With any rebrand - the people have thoughts. We're talking about the new look and what people are saying this morning. Plus, Ribfest's 2024 lineup has been announced.

Episode 443: Oscar fashion and Jess' 75 Day Personal Style Challenge

Episode 443: Oscar fashion and Jess' 75 Day Personal Style Challenge

Jess has been sharing about her 75 Day Personal Style Challenge on Instagram. Today, she's giving an update at almost 1/3 of the way through the challenge. Here's how it works: no shopping for 75 days, document your outfit each day and pay attention to how you feel in the clothes you're wearing. The goal is to learn about what you like and how you want to dress - which is your unique personal style. We're also chatting about Oscar fashion from Sunday evening's awards. You can find Jess' challenge at @jessb_styleology on Instagram.

Episode 442: International Women's Day I Recognizing the women in your life and their impact

Episode 442: International Women's Day I Recognizing the women in your life and their impact

Friday, March 8th marked International Women's Day. On today's podcast, we're talking about its origins. Also, recognizing the women in your life and the impact they've made.

Episode 441: Gardens, chickens, sewing and bread baking...trendy or an instinct telling us to learn these skills?

Episode 441: Gardens, chickens, sewing and bread baking...trendy or an instinct telling us to learn these skills?

More and more people are talking about 'homesteading' - most not full on homesteading but those skills that lead to being self sufficient. Growing and harvesting your own food, having livestock, baking bread, sewing. We're talking about this 'trend', if you will. Are we influenced to have interest in these skills or is it an instinct in us that is telling us we should learn?

Episode 440: The number of women entering the skilled trades is growing - why it's a great career option for anyone

Episode 440: The number of women entering the skilled trades is growing - why it's a great career option for anyone

The number of women entering the skilled trades is growing. This week is National Women in Construction Week so today's conversation is perfect timing. We're talking about the skilled trades, the hurtles women face in the industry and why so many people are considering pivoting to a career in the trades.

Episode 439: Do product boycotts work?

Episode 439: Do product boycotts work?

The CEO of Kellog's Cereal has taken a lot of heat recently for suggesting that American's who are struggling to afford groceries should eat cereal for dinner. Now, people on social media are calling for a boycott of all Kellog's products - which isn't as easy as it sounds. We're talking about boycotts of products and why they don't always work.

Episode 438: Raw milk dairy farming with Nick Schmitz from Straight Up Outside

Episode 438: Raw milk dairy farming with Nick Schmitz from Straight Up Outside

Nick Schmitz from Straight Up Outside LLC is our guest today. Nick and his wife Annie are raw milk dairy farmers outside of Lake Crystal. Hear how he went from school teacher to dairy farmer on today's episode. Nick also talks about the health benefits of raw milk (sorry, there's a wait list for Nick's) and organic farming.

Episode 437: Home improvements are dating more quickly than ever - will that stop you from a renovation?

Episode 437: Home improvements are dating more quickly than ever - will that stop you from a renovation?

Thanks to social media and home improvement shows, interior design trends are changing as quickly as clothing trends. The problem is interior design tends to be much more expensive - and permanent. We're talking about why this is happening and if it will prevent people from doing renovations.

Episode 436: 80's and 90's girls, our names are granny names now

Episode 436: 80's and 90's girls, our names are granny names now

If you got a shout out in the song 'Mabo Number 5'...congratulations, you have a granny name now. Yep, Ashley, Amanda, Jessica...according to gen Z these are the new 'granny names'.

435: Oscar movies, 75 Day Personal Style Challenge and the 'Millennial uniform'

435: Oscar movies, 75 Day Personal Style Challenge and the 'Millennial uniform'

On today's Cosmic Country Rewind we have a variety of topics for you including the upcoming Academy Awards and George's review of the movie Oppenheimer. We also check in with Jess' personal style challenge and the Tik Tok video that has five million views and counting calling out the 'Millenial uniform'.

Episode 434: Feeling 'off' even though the weather has been so nice? It might be 'solastalgia'

Episode 434: Feeling 'off' even though the weather has been so nice? It might be 'solastalgia'

Solastalgia is a word that describes a form of emotional or existential distress caused by environmental change. It is best described as the lived experience of negatively perceived environmental change. It's the homesickness for a climate or environment that is gone. As much as we have loved the warm weather this winter - it's hard not to feel like something's missing.

Episode 433: Where do men put all their every day stuff? Enter: the power bag.

Episode 433: Where do men put all their every day stuff? Enter: the power bag.

Famous men are in their power bag era. Athletes, actors and musicians have all been spotted carrying large - very expensive bags as part of their daily 'look'. It has Jess making an observation - none of the men in her office carry much into work each day, while she and her female colleagues seem to schlep endless luggage, totes and backpacks each day. Is the power bag the answer? George says nope.

Episode 432: If brain chips become 'a thing'... would you get one?

Episode 432: If brain chips become 'a thing'... would you get one?

Neuralink, one of Elon Musk's companies, has successfully implanted a brain chip into a patient who from all accounts has fully recovered and is now able to move a mouse cursor with only their mind. We're talking about rapidly advancing technologies and how they will affect our ever-changing world.

Episode 431: Selective outrage - when someone is outraged about one thing and doesn't care about another seemingly similar thing...

Episode 431: Selective outrage - when someone is outraged about one thing and doesn't care about another seemingly similar thing...

Beyonce released two country singles during the Superbowl, one has reached the top position on the Billboard Hot Country chart. Plenty of country radio stations and fans shared their outrage that Beyonce would dare release a country single - the same fans who didn't have a problem when Morgan Wallen, Luke Combs and Carrie Underwood were on the pop charts? Possibly. It comes to down this phenomenon known as 'selective outrage'. We're talking about why it's ridiculous in today's Cosmic Country Replay.

Episode 430: More and more young adults are living in multi-generational homes, we're exploring the reasons

Episode 430: More and more young adults are living in multi-generational homes, we're exploring the reasons

Multi-generational homes are when family members from multiple generations live together. Like young adults living with their parents or grandparents. According to some staggering statistics, Millennials and Gen Z individuals aren't leaving the nest. Financial strain and health issues are the top two reason, join us this morning as we discuss.

Episode 429: American's aren't hanging out anymore, here's why it's bad for our wellbeing

Episode 429: American's aren't hanging out anymore, here's why it's bad for our wellbeing

We're live on Cosmic Country Radio every weekday morning, we've heard your requests for a daily podcast again so we're bringing you the best of both worlds! Clips from the previous day's morning show will be available here. Today we're talking about the decline in socialization over the last 40 years and why it's detrimental for our wellbeing.

Episode 428: Finding your dopamine. Trying new things and quitting the social media game of 'keeping up'

Episode 428: Finding your dopamine. Trying new things and quitting the social media game of 'keeping up'

The things we do for a hit of dopamine, right? This morning we're talking about finding what lights you up (it's different for everyone) and pursuing that thing. Be it a hobby or a job or something else. Jess has been enjoying figure skating since last fall and finally took the plunge and signed up for lessons. We're also talking about social media (the dopamine rush that scrolling your phone can give you) and how to avoid the feeling of missing out or needing to 'keep up' with everyone else's highlight reel.

Episode 427: The 'thrifting boom': why more people are shopping secondhand

Episode 427: The 'thrifting boom': why more people are shopping secondhand

Have you been to a thrift store lately? If so, chances are you've seen a lot of young adults under 30 combing the racks for a treasure. Thrifting and secondhand shopping is huge, we sharing some observations and reasons behind the surge in thrifters.