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Welcome to George and Jess in the Morning: The Podcast. We are your hosts, George & Jess. We’re a married couple with a blended family. We have 2 school-aged kids, full-time jobs and an impressive list of near-misses when it comes to DIY home improvements.
On our podcast you'll hear conversations about parenting, relationships, food, current events and more! Join us for a daily conversation to start your day. It's like having a cup of coffee (or a mimosa) with the couple next door.
On our podcast you'll hear conversations about parenting, relationships, food, current events and more! Join us for a daily conversation to start your day. It's like having a cup of coffee (or a mimosa) with the couple next door.
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We're sitting down for an in-depth conversation with John Taylor, the winemaker and distiller from Chankaska wines! We're talking holiday wine pairings, nationwide trends and a little history too! Pour a glass, pull up a chair and join us for this holiday special!
Jess meal prepped lunches on Sunday night and she asked George if he wanted her to make some for him. He thought this was her way of telling him that he needs to 'go on a diet'. Is it ever ok to tell your significant other they are gaining weight? George and Jess weigh in (no pun intended).
Also, do you have clothes in your closet from 5 or 10 years ago that no longer fit? Let this be your permission to get rid of them. We'll talk about the emotions that come with clothing and how to start to get past those tough feelings and clean out your closet for good.
Kicking off Halloween week with an episode about things that go bump in the night. Our 4 year old is starting to be scared of noises at night. Jess admits that at 37 years old she's still afraid of the dark. And basements. And spiders....
Also, we'll tell you about our Halloween costumes and George talks about how he hasn't dressed up for Halloween in a VERY long time.
The Mid-30's crisis is the new Mid-life crisis. A new study suggests that Americans feel the most stress at 36. We're talking about our ideas to combat that stress and the idea of solo vacations came up. We'll talk about pros and cons and see if it's right for you and your partner.
Facebook is expected to announce a company rebrand with focus on a the metaverse. Which is a term that refers to a virtual space where you can operate virtual and augmented reality avatars. The announcement and possibly more details are expected next week. George and Jess discuss what they think this new {virtual} reality could mean for people and how they feel about it.
Hot Gos(sip): Taylor Swift fans think a collab with The Jonas Brothers could be coming...
People are leaving their jobs at record rates and there are a ton of jobs open that no one is applying for. What is going on? George and Jess are talking about people's changing focus to doing jobs they love and creating income opportunities out of things they're passionate about. They'll each share what they would do it they quit their jobs and are asking you the question: What would you do if you quit your job?
Hot Gos(sip): Sarah Levy is married! Tic Tok is picking sides in the John Mulaney divorce (and it's not his) and The Queen has to give up her nightly martini.
Jess recently asked George about getting Botox and he said 'I didn't even notice it last time you did it'. This has them discussing society's standards for women when it comes to makeup, skin care, and more. How long would men last if they were held to the same standards?
Hot Gos(sip): Kourtney K and Travis Barker are engaged! And Ryan Renolds is taking a break from acting...
What is it about cleaning out a closet that feels so good? Is this just life in your late 30s? Jess tackled the coat closet that's been taunting her for months. George has a long list of projects he wants to do before winter too.
Also, would you skip a wedding for a football game?
Hot Gos(sip): Adele and Taylor Swift are making Sad Girl Autumn a thing.
We're venting this morning. We got an email that our son was directly exposed at school A WEEK AGO. The email said he is not required to quarantine but it's strongly recommended for 10 OR 14 days. I cannot with how vague this is. Have you experienced this at your kids' school??
Hot Gos(sip): Kacey Musgraves has been deemed ineligible in the country category at the Grammy's. She's not having it. And Betty White turns 100 in January, fans want her protected at all costs. (We'll end on a positive note - and that is the ONLY positive we're hoping for today).
Building off of yesterday's episode of feeling stressed at home, do you feel like you're burned out at work? 90% of people have felt burned out in the last year and a half. Could caring less actually help? We're talking about Sara Knight's book 'The Life Changing Magic of not Giving a #$%^' and how focusing on only what you're expected to do (and not everyone else's responsibilities) could actually help you be more productive and happier.
Also, are under-eye circles trendy?!
Hot Gos(sip): Machine Gun Kelly and Megan Fox talk about the moment they met and it...is interesting.
78% of people fell stressed at least once a day and of those, 1 in 7 feel stressed 7 days a week. George and Jess are opening up about what makes them feel the most stressed and how they de-stress. They'll also discuss the recent athletes who are opening up about their mental health and their hope that it will help destigmatize mental health and mental illness in the future.
George is getting targeted ads for plant-based eating and he's a big meat guy. He wants to try it for a week to see how he feels (but he admits he could probably only go one day without meat). Jess shares her experience of attempting a plant-based diet and the biggest struggle she wasn't able to overcome.
Should you really buy a Thanksgiving turkey now?
Hot Gos(sip): If you loved 'The 70's Show', get ready for the spinoff, 'That 90's Show'.
What are your kids eating for school lunch? Has your school been affected by the shortages? School lunch shortages are affecting school across the country, what's to blame and will it get worse?
It's International Day of the Girl!
Gifts for the Ted Lasso Lover on your holiday shopping list (or for yourself)
Hot Gos(sip): Leave Adele alone.
Is there anyone angrier than a woman kept awake in the middle of the night by the roaring snores of her husband? George & Jess discuss the concept of a 'sleep divorce' (it's a real thing and they'll tell you if it means your relationship is doomed).
Four in ten parents say they'd leave their kids in coach if they got a first class upgrade, George and Jess day dream about an adults vacation.
Hot Gos(sip): After fathering 4 kids in a year, Nick Cannon says he's 'taking a break' from sex and Meghan Trainor and her husband take closeness to a whole new level - in their bathroom.
Do you like your co-workers better than your job? In a recent survey 44% of people said they like their co-workers better than their actual work. George and Jess talk about how the pandemic changed their working dynamic and why Jess doesn't use her office at work anymore.
Also, how are you at small talk? Jess recently committed what may be a conversation faux pas and she's feeling stressed about it.
Hot Gos(sip): Actor Rami Malek asked Kate Middleton a questions that left her 'taken aback' (good to know Jess isn't the only one bad a small talk) :)
Is it ok if you can't fit family dinners into your routine? Experts say it's ok. George and Jess talk about how their schedule doesn't allow for family meals most nights and how they've tried to find meaningful ways to connect with their kids outside of mealtime.
How did you handle the Facebook and Instagram shut down?
Hot Gos(sip): We have more information on the Sex and the City reboot premiere.
Why does Gen Z love the 90's so much? From TV shows and music to fashion, Gen Z is nostalgic for everything 90's. Is the simpler time pre-internet? George and Jess share their theories as well as some of the 90's fashion trends George could live without.
Also, it's National Get Funky Day, a day to raise your energy and not take yourself too seriously. Jess shares something she's always wanted to do but never has...
Hot Gos(sip): Kacey Musgraves stripped down SNL performance and will Britney Spears ever perform again?
Is texting going to be the downfall of our society? Ok, that might be a little dramatic but George doesn't think so. Even the baby boomer generation says texting is their go-to form of phone communication. We'll also dive into how the internet is so good at knowing what you want to see and why George & Jess feel like they're on 2 different internets.
Plus, Hot Gos(sip): Angelina Jolie and The Weeknd aren't a couple after all...
Is there something your spouse is constantly urging you to do? Only 23% of people in the US get enough exercise. George is not one of them, Jess is always 'encouraging' him to exercise more. Find out what he has to say in today's episode.
Also, is it too early to stock up on shelf-stable items for Thanksgiving? Experts say no.
Plus, 'Hot Gos': Britney is free, how's her dad holding up?
Nine in ten parents of teens say their kids lack basic domestic skills, but is that just a product of our environments? We'll talk about the skills (or lack thereof) that our kids have as well as our theories as to why kids aren't cleaning, cooking and ironing like they used to.
Also, George wasn't familiar with Rae Dunn and he doesn't get the fascination with her kitschy brand.
12 New Tech products from Amazon that your family might need on their holiday list.
Hot Gos(sip) with Honey Boo Boo, Dylan from The Today Show and The Bachelor (Jess thinks she might officially be too old for one of her longtime guilty pleasures).
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