24. What's in Your Instagram Algorithm with Joy Parrish

LRL’s first guest is on the podcast today! Kelly and JK welcome guest Joy Parish and engage in a wide-ranging discussion that covers personal social media algorithms, reality TV favorites like 'Vanderpump Rules' and 'The Valley,' and the deeper implications of social media on mental health and self-perception.  Kelly, Joy, and JK explore how their Instagram explore pages reflect their interests from fitness debunking content, WNBA updates, Virgo memes, to dad humor.  Joy shares insights from her professional background in mental health therapy, emphasizing the importance of approaching social media with intention to protect mental well-being.  The conversation also touches on their preferences and critiques of reality TV narratives, speculating on the future revelations about the reality TV industry.  The episode concludes with actionable advice on navigating social media healthily, emphasizing critical thinking and self-reflection. 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast with Special Guest Joy! 01:48 Getting to Know Joy: From Mental Health to Podcasting 03:05 Taylor Swift Fandom: A Deep Dive 07:26 The Wordle Streak Ends: A Discussion on Popular Games 10:49 Exploring Personal Updates and Words with Friends 13:53 Nostalgia Trip: From Nancy Drew to Fortnite 14:57 Travel Plans and Embracing Flexibility 17:24 Main Topic: What's in Your Instagram Algorithm? 25:19 Navigating the Corporate World: A Reality Check 26:18 The Challenges of Professional Communication and Responsibility 26:59 Relating Management to Coaching: Insights from 'The Last Dance' 30:00 Reality TV and Its Impact on Our Lives 36:21 Exploring Personal Interests and Social Media Algorithms 41:01 The Virgo Personality: Traits and Reflections 43:56 Considering a Midlife Career Shift: From Podcasting to Detective Work? 48:50 Social Media's Influence on Mental Health and Self-Perception 50:23 Mental Health in the Age of Social Media 53:31 Wrapping Up Follow Joy at @joyandclaire_ Follow the pod at ⁠⁠⁠@liftingrunninglivingpod⁠⁠⁠ Email us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Follow JK at ⁠⁠@coachjkmcleod⁠⁠ Follow Kelly at ⁠⁠@coachingklutz⁠⁠