Simple Joe

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. In this episode of Simple Joe for Tuesday, November 4th, 2025, I talk about one of the strangest creatures on the planet—the octopus. With three hearts, blue copper-based blood, and almost alien intelligence, these fascinating animals make me wonder if they’re really from Earth at all. From there, we head to the weather in La Banda, Argentina, remember birthdays like Walter Cronkite, Loretta Swit, and Matthew McConaughey, and look back on the day Howard Carter discovered King Tut’s tomb. We celebrate National Candy Day, Use Your Common Sense Day, National Skeptics Day, and Love Your Lawyer Day before diving into five random questions that range from impractical purchases to meals that remind me of home. It’s a fun, curious, and thoughtful Tuesday reminding us once again that memories are better than stuff. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. I open today’s Simple Joe podcast for Monday, November 3, 2025, with a wild chess fact about more possible game iterations than atoms in the universe, then share gratitude for the heartfelt feedback on yesterday’s “Face of Innocence” episode. We hit the Gallatin, Missouri weather before diving into Monday’s Interesting Headlines, including a monkey escape on a Mississippi highway, mysterious googly eyes on public art in Oregon, a 38-year-old in Japan who snagged over 1,000 free meals via a delivery-app loophole, the centuries-old cannon-like boom at Seneca Lake finally explained, and a neuroscience startup’s six-pound smartphone case to curb screen time. If one of those quirky stories grabs you, text me at 513-399-6468 or email joe@thesimplejoe.com and I’ll feature it on Thursday, and remember, memories are better than stuff. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. This week’s episode of Simple Joe hit me hard. It started lighthearted, talking about the first use of “LOL,” but it ended with a story I can’t shake—a photograph of a four-year-old boy named István Reiner, smiling as he entered a concentration camp. In this reflection I share how that image broke me, how it awakened something deep about compassion, evil, and the fragile beauty of innocence. It’s about seeing humanity in one small face and asking what we’re supposed to do with feelings that won’t let go. Because sometimes one photograph can do what a thousand sermons cannot—it can remind us what it means to be human. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. On today’s episode of Simple Joe, I kick off November by talking about why we need to stop taking ourselves so seriously. After sharing the fun fact that a group of flamingos is called a flamboyance, I dive into a lighthearted reminder that nobody’s paying as much attention to us as we think—they’re too busy living their own lives. I give weather updates for the Isle of Wight in the UK and my hometown, Cincinnati, and celebrate All Saints’ Day, World Vegan Day, National Cinnamon Day, and National Calzone Day, and highlight birthdays like David Foster, Lyle Lovett, and Tim Cook. From laughter and humility to dancing in the street, this episode is all about letting go of ego, finding joy in imperfection, and remembering that memories are better than stuff. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or text me at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. It’s Halloween, and we’re diving into a sweet one today — the Top 10 Halloween Candies! From chocolate classics to chewy favorites, I’m counting down the treats that make trick-or-treat night unforgettable, with a few surprises along the way. Plus, I’ll share the weather in Olathe, Kansas, a look back at historic moments like Nevada’s statehood and Martin Luther’s bold move, and of course, the birthdays of folks like John Candy, Peter Jackson, and Willow Smith. It’s a fun, candy-fueled Friday packed with trivia, nostalgia, and the reminder that memories are better than stuff. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or text me at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. On today’s episode of Simple Joe, I start with a wild fact about how the average person sheds 50 to 100 hairs a day, and how that hits a little too close to home after raising three daughters with long hair. Then I take a look at the weather in Ashburn, Virginia, where rain will taper off this afternoon with a high of 65 and a low of 46, and here in Cincinnati, where it’s a cool, breezy 50 with rain in the morning and partly sunny skies heading into Halloween. I celebrate birthdays for John Adams, Michael Collins, Grace Slick, Henry Winkler, Kevin Pollak, and Nia Long. I look back at some big events that happened on this day, like Orson Welles’ War of the Worlds broadcast, the completion of Mount Rushmore, Muhammad Ali’s “Rumble in the Jungle” victory, and the devastating landfall of Hurricane Sandy. It’s also National Candy Corn Day, Checklist Day, Buy a Donut Day, Create a Great Memory Day, and Pumpkin Bread Day, so grab a donut and make a memory. For Thursday’s Interesting Story, I dig into the eerie yet touching tale of Leila’s Hair Museum in Independence, Missouri, where thousands of intricate hair art pieces, including strands attributed to Lincoln, Monroe, and Elvis, are being sent to major museums after Leila’s passing. It’s a story about legacy, connection, and how even something as strange as a lock of hair can carry love across generations. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. In this episode of Simple Joe, I talk about one of my favorite things—clouds. Did you know a single cloud can weigh more than a million pounds? I share why I love watching clouds, especially with my grandkids, and how they remind me to slow down and look up. You’ll hear the weather in Richardson, Texas, and Cincinnati, Ohio, plus birthdays for folks like Dan Castellaneta, Winona Ryder, Richard Dreyfuss, and Bob Ross. We’ll celebrate National Oatmeal Day, World Stroke Day, Internet Day, and National Hermit Day. Then in Wildcard Wednesday, I dive into the question, Are there really uncontacted people in the world? I explore tribes in the Amazon, Papua New Guinea, and the Andaman Islands who live in complete isolation by choice, what their existence teaches us about respect, simplicity, and mystery, and why some corners of life are still sacred. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

I kicked things off today with one of the weirdest facts I’ve ever shared: a shrimp’s heart is in its head. Seriously, who knew? I had to stop and process that one for a minute because it’s just so strange. After a few laughs about stressed-out shrimp, I shared the weather for Reading, Pennsylvania. If you could go back to any age for one day, what would you do differently? What’s a truth you believed ten years ago that you no longer believe today? If your life had a theme song right now, what would it be? Would you rather have a pause button or a rewind button for life? What’s the most ridiculous thing you’ve ever been completely sure about that turned out to be wrong? Tomorrow is Wildcard Wednesday, and I’d love your ideas for what I should riff on next. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or text me at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt! Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-305e07 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Simple Joe.

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m back with a fun, oddball Monday’s Interesting Headlines and the weather from Torrington, CT. This week’s headlines: A comet showing mysterious light patterns that have scientists scratching their heads A Museum of Human Hair finding a new home France releasing a croissant-scented postage stamp that instantly sells out A luxury car for toddlers complete with leather seats and a subwoofer hitting 28 mph A man in a full cat costume spotted crawling up a hill and growling at dog walkers Share your favorite headline for Thursday’s deep dive! Connect with me: Email: joe@thesimplejoe.com Text: 513.399.6468 If you like the show, please share it on Facebook, X, or Instagram, use #simplejoeismyfriend, and you might score a free T-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!

Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. Email me at joe@thesimplejoe.com or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you. You can get Simple Joe T-Shirts and other cool stuff at thesimplejoe.com/store Check out what I'm reading at thesimplejoe.com/reading If you share the show on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, please use #simplejoeismyfriend; you might get a free t-shirt!