Little Things Big Feelings

Joy lets the spirit take over and tells you some church stories. From what church was like to a little kid to finally meeting Jesus for herself. Hallelujah!

Joy shares an experience of potential workplace violence, how she dealt with it and the folks that gathered around to support her. That includes telling a dirty joke at the exact right time.

Joy is back to finish the story of her toxic work environment. What did she do when she saw what was really bookmarked on the office computer? Just like last week, this episode isn't for kids or those who want to keep things light. Nothing graphic, but warning you in advance! 

Joy shares the experience of being in her 20's back in the early '00s when we were minimally online and certain men weren't ready to share their space with an opinionated "girl." This episode isn't for kids or those who want to keep things light. Nothing graphic, but warning you in advance, Mom! Ha!

Joy has been processing some big feelings about goals, alignment and podcasting. Where she ended up was ... well, she needs more time to process. 

Joy talks about what happens when how things look from the outside doesn't exactly match what you're feeling on the inside. For her, it wasn't obvious right away. 

Joy is struggling through the ups and downs of growth and change. She's figuring it out, but it's taking longer than she wishes it would - like always.

The Artemis II trip to the moon has become Joy's entire personality this week. Her history with space travel, women in STEM and bawling over Carroll's bright spot, she covers it all in this recap of the best space week ever. 

Joy is pointing out some random things that drain your energy that you may not even realize are there! If you're frustrated and tired but can't really point to why, this episode may be a life changer for you! Get ready to identify them and be rid of them for good. 

Joy is back with her childhood friend Craig, talking about their recent 30th high school reunion. Some people love them, some people can't fathom going - but they did and had a ball.

Joy chats about Oscar parties, aging out of knowing celebrities and taking a risk on timing and hoping for the best!

Have you ever had the chance to live your dream? Joy's childhood friend Craig did, and it wasn't anything like he had imagined it. After years and years of expectation, he'll tell you what it was actually like and how it was different than anything he had experienced before.

Joy and her lifelong friend Craig talk about his experience as a college athlete and it has Joy trying to learn the country club lifestyle. But until she learns what a handicap is and stops saying "golf hole" instead of "cup", it's not going to happen for her.

Joy heads down memory lane laced with Sun-Ripened Raspberry shower gel and corn tortillas. Would you like your enchilada on Fiestaware? Don't mind if I do. 

Joy gets some great advice from an unexpected source - a frat bro. But it changed her life and it could change yours, too! Even if not, don't you kind of want to know what it was?

You need to hear this! Joy got some great advice and she's sharing it here. If you have big dreams, or even little dreams that aren't going anywhere, this could be the thing that changes everything! (And luckily, she's not saying do more. Actually, the opposite.)

Joy encourages you to remember who you are and why you're here. In a time like this, we can't show up as anything less than exactly who we were created to be. And if that results in anther Chick-Fil-A lunch miracle, SO BE IT.

Figuring out how to manage day to day life amid the chaos around us right now is hard. From violence all over our phones to people needing help -- Should we watch or turn away? Face it and speak up? Or protect our peace? Is there a way to do both? How do we decide, when this all feels like too much as it is? 

Joy opens up about new feelings that she hasn't experienced before. She's been sad, anxious, depressed and laughed until she wet herself, but this is a new one. 

Joy had a bad day, wishes you were here and wants to go to bed. Kinda like always. 

Forget dry January - Joy is taking January in a whole new direction - soft. She's being kind to herself, patient with herself and prepping for a year none of us may be ready for. 

Joy has been having big, scared feelings about AI for a long time, and she's finally ready to talk about it. What is it? How does it work? And why is it trying to be sexy? She doesn't know, but dive in together. 

Joy got scammed, and she's got big, embarrassed feelings about it. But she knows the only way to beat the scammers is to share all their secrets so you know the red flags to look for. Young, old, tech-savvy and completely naive - we all need reminders on how to stay safe in this crazy world, so listen now!

Joy is fighting back perfectionism with a tiny Christmas tree and a funky ponytail, but it's saving her mental health! How do you know when you've gotten to good enough? Joy's got a crash course for you today!

Need a boost? Need some encouragement? Motivation? Joy watched a unique cheerleading competition and what she learned from it could change her life and yours! 

Joy does a deep dive on memories of babysitting and how she snuck a movie her parents did NOT want her to see. 

Joy recalls a dinner with an old friend that prompted a wave of gratitude. It also gave her a new appreciation for the Thanksgiving holiday, even though she isn't typically a huge fan. 

This is Joy’s love letter to nurses, teachers and therapists. If you know and love someone in a caring profession, peek behind the curtain to what folks like these really go through on a day-to-day basis. If you’re in a caring profession, this one’s for you. 

Joy goes all the way back “to the 1900’s” as the kids say, to learn why she can’t stop impulse buying. She covers shopping in person and how amazing malls were. She also remembers her favorite Facebook Live topics like a foot mask called Baby Feet and doing her own at-home eyelash perm. Find out how close she came to being the very first influencer! (Spoiler alert: Not close at all.)

The fall flew by for Joy, and she suddenly realized the holidays are upon us. Time to Trick or Treat, roast a turkey and decorate the tree. She isn't ready yet, but the calendar doesn't care. Time to make peace and start planning. Special Guest: Laura Edmonds, Joy's cousin, bestie & Mrs. Producer James. 

Joy got tired of her boring year and decided to change that - and quick. She's talking travel, the joys of being a Passenger Princess and why taking chances while you can is so important. She has graduated from taking care of her mental health to full on soul health and invites you to join!

Joy takes a "summer break" that lasts - well, as long as she darn well wanted it to. She'll talk about following your own heart and timetable, plus what it's like to wear contact lenses for the first time in your 40's. 

Joy is desperate for some downtime. The go-go lifestyle just isn't for her and never has been. So, she's taking a big step and taking a summer break from the podcast. See you in the fall!

Joy lost her voice and then lost her words. For someone who loves to talk about her feelings, she suddenly doesn't know what to say about them. Or if she even has them. But never fear, old episodes of Brady Bunch are right there to fill the void.

Everyone gets an earworm now and then - that random line of a song that gets stuck in your head for hours. But what gets stuck in Joy's head? And where does it all come from? Will this episode give you a random earworm? There's only one way to find out. 

This week, Joy skips right over work spouses and work besties to get into the details of her random work acquaintances and how they make her days so interesting. Names have not been changed to protect the innocent because she doesn't know their names to begin with.

Joy has had a lot of jobs over the years, but one of the most unique was a sideline reporter for a football team. Was that a good idea? Considering she's not that into sports, maybe not. But she did it anyway and is here to tell you all about it!

Joy had the best birthday and is spilling her secrets on how! And it's easy and free. Plus, she has a special message just for you. It's the one year anniversary of this podcast - come celebrate!

Joy is talking ... sports?! Maybe sports aren't her thing, but she still gets big, big feelings about her town, her teams and people that come in and mess up a good thing. 

Joy explains why she talks to people in all kinds of circumstances, including in comas and under anesthesia. And she shares what she took away from the book "My Stroke of Insight" by Jill Bolte Taylor, PhD. On the way to that heavy conversation, she touches on not having the eye for design, color pallets and if she's ever seen a ghost.

Joy is losing her patience with technology again. The number of cords she has is unmanageable and she needs to be heard about this important issue. Who better to inspire her to speak out than Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Joy dissents.

Every once in awhile, Joy is overwhelmed or has technical issues or both, and needs to replay an old fave. In this one, she has writer's block, so she digs back into an old bag of tricks from her radio days. Behind-the-scenes stories about playing games, talking to listeners, reading ads, and playing for big money with the Secret Sound! 

Joy feels like a 1950's housewife this week and doesn't mind it a bit. She details the help she got buying her car, and asks if anyone knows the amazing woman that got her such a great deal. People are showing up for her in all kinds of ways and she's ready to reciprocate. 

Joy talks the highs and lows of buying a new car, plus the big feelings of saying goodbye to the old one. And - how did a random stranger do her a huuuuuge favor? Find out now!

Joy is longing for the days when lots of us watched the same TV shows and talked about them the next day. Even though there's tons of good content out there, are we missing something without the group processing afterward?

Joy introduces herself and tells you what it's like to have a name that people love to sing! 

Joy is struggling with change this week. Sure, it happens to us all, but it sucks when it's your turn. In between she chats about video calls, wearing scrubs and her first podcast from her bathroom.

Triggers have gotten all the attention for way too long. This year, it's all about glimmers. Those things that make you smile and giggle and be grateful. When you know something is meant to be. We're taking being grateful to another level!

Joy is all over the map this week, having big feelings about control, the smell of gasoline and gold stars. And to top it all off, she can't find the words she's looking for -- not that great for a podcaster. But it will be a fun ride!

Joy is over being cold and damp. The winter is getting her down and reminding her of winters past. She's ready for sun and flowy dresses and drinks on the patio. Cheers to Spring!