Here We Are: What Makes Us Human

Welcome to the podcast where we are co-learners on a journey to uncover stories, concepts, and themes of what makes us human. Your host, Joy Blue, loves asking questions, learning more about people, and following wherever her curiosity leads.

Nerdlets: Questions

I love asking questions. And I've also realized asking questions is a privilege. This week, I share some of my favorite questions to ask - and I hope it'll get you started asking hard questions too! Check out Here We Are on Instagram, Facebook, or Patreon!

03-23
10:25

Nerdlets: Climbing

My go-to activity of late - Climbing! I don't like lots of forms of exercise, but climbing engages me in ways other activities don't. It uses my mind, emotions, AND my body all while asking me to solve puzzles that lead me to the top of a wall. Tune in this week to learn more! Check out Here We Are on Instagram, Facebook, or Patreon!

03-16
08:16

Nerdlets: Booch

I. Love. Kombucha. It is another flavor of science and fermentation!!! This episode dives into Joy's nerd love of the fermented brew - and she hopes you'll come out loving booch too :) Check out Here We Are on Instagram, Facebook, or Patreon!

01-12
08:09

Nerdlets: Making things fun

Nary shall be the day when I am caught without some form of entertainment in hand! I'm always ready with some sort of way to entertain myself, which in turn entertains those around me. Check out this week's episode to learn more about how I learned how to do this! Check out Here We Are on Instagram, Facebook, or Patreon!

01-05
06:14

Nerdlets: Tech Speak

Sometimes, I forget that the words I use at work don't translate well into normal life. So. This episode is all about bringing you up to speed on tech speak. Because learning is fun! Check out Here We Are on Instagram, Facebook, or Patreon!

11-03
12:33

Nerdlets: Crossword Puzzles

Though frustrating, crosswords are an outlet of calm for me. And a connection to my grandpa. Check out this week's episode to hear more of my short history with these puzzles! Check out Here We Are on Instagram, Facebook, or Patreon!

10-27
07:23

Nerdlets: Food Gifts

Sometimes gifts are hard. In this nerdlet, Joy talks about her way of giving gifts that everyone seems to love. Check out Here We Are on Instagram, Facebook, or Patreon!

08-25
05:44

Nerdlets: Podcasting

Welcome to Nerdlets: A small look into Joy's flavors of nerd. This week, we're exploring Joy's journey with podcasting! You're not going to want to miss this! Check out Here We Are on Instagram, Facebook, or Patreon!

08-18
07:31

Bonus: LEGO!

This week, Haddie Wetzel guest hosts Here We Are and interviews Joy about one of her favorite things! LEGO! Support Here We Are! Join us on Patreon. Send Joy an email! Check out the Facebook and Instagram pages.

02-24
10:44

Bonus: Lasagna!

This week, Ellie Wetzel guest hosts Here We Are and interviews her mom, Janine Wetzel about the glories of Lasagna! Support Here We Are! Join us on Patreon. Send Joy an email! Check out the Facebook and Instagram pages.

02-17
05:50

Bonus: Who Deserves My Gratitude?

In this bonus episode, we jump into my conversation with Courtney Ackerman and discuss the question of who deserves my gratitude.

01-27
05:11

Bonus: Go pump 12!

A fun road trip story from my sister!

01-20
03:18

Bonus: I definitely won't eat that.

While Joy is prepping for season 2 of Here We Are, here's a bonus episode where Joy and Tim talk about foods they'd eradicate.

01-13
06:34

Bonus: Story Awareness.

While Joy is prepping for season 2 of Here We Are, here's a bonus episode featuring Jim Brule, our storytelling Maggid.

01-06
07:11

Bonus: Smoke a Joint.

While Joy is prepping for season 2 of Here We Are, here's a bonus episode about grilling meat with our friend Adrianne.

12-30
08:41

Bonus: Don't Miss Santa!

While Joy is prepping for season 2 of Here We Are, here's a bonus episode featuring Deb Behnke sharing a story about holidays.

12-23
03:15

Season 1 Trailer!

So many exciting things coming your way with Season 1!! Prepare yourself for new episodes every Wednesday!

10-26
00:53

70. Ella Featherstone [Empathy]

Empathy is more than just a trend. It is a dedication to care - for yourself first, and then others. Tune in as Joy and Ella dive into this feelingful topic! Check out Here We Are on Instagram, Facebook, or Patreon!

08-30
25:31

69. Halee Raff [Do What You Want]

Today's interview is with Chef Halee Raff, known in the Chicagoland area for her amazing gourmet pop-tarts. But there is so much more to Halee than pop-tarts! Tune in to learn more. Check out Here We Are on Instagram, Facebook, or Patreon!

07-26
21:23

68. Randi Slack [The Art of Nails]

The art of Nails is SO much more than just polish on your finger cartilage. Today's guest is here to tell us that it's actually about connecting. Caring. Being with. You know you want to listen. Check out Here We Are on Instagram, Facebook, or Patreon!

07-12
23:23

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