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The Jack Socha Podcast
by Jack Socha
Family friendly observations on many ”Cs” Computers, Coffee, Cameras, Cats, Cooking and Cons (warnings!). Humor, kindness and finding joy in small things woven throughout by this broadcast pro.
Episodes
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The Pre-Halloween Show. 32 Minutes [Family Safe Suggestions]
Jack uncovers a treasure of FREE films, great radio and even a "graphic novel" to enjoy at Halloween or any time. Enjoy online or download. No slasher or Grindhouse content or sex/nudity. Just scary stuff and free fun.
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The Unexpected Show [HUMOR]
Two tales of things that turned out different than expected.
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The Voting Show [Humor & More]
Jack borrows thoughts from Frank Zappa and Jean Shepherd as he looks at voting yesterday and today. Plus as music bonus!
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The Disappointment Show (100% Humor, 20 Minutes)
From cupcakes and ice cream cones and childhood surprises, Jack looks at funny disappointments and modern day realizations that may disappoint you!
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Kind Gestures, Nice People and Why I Like The UK. 20 Minutes
In recent days, I've seen some kind and lovely responses to people we have lost and the 25th anniversary of 9/11 in the USA. The UK has twice shown me they are a class act. Find out how in this 20 minute show.
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The Jack Socha Podcast! "Say It Aint True!" Show
1/3 Non-Partisan Politics / 1/3 Burping Brats / A Crazy Idea. 20 Minutes
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When are cutting corners OK + a true story once Top Secret!
Jack takes a speculative look at using AI for tests and also 3 year colleges and new PELL Grant program for those learning a trade.
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Camera Advice & A Unique Author Honor [Humor & Help]
Some serious advice on great used digital camera that cost for less than expected preceded by a very funny story or two. Laugh and learn! New site to see illustrations at jacksocha.info
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Food Fight At The Fair! + The Flannel Anniversary? (Humor)
Jack takes a not so serious look at portable food from state fairs plus happy anniversary Tilt-A-Whirl and, oh yes, my wife.
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Why Is AI Like The Hula Hoop & More 21 Minutes
Jack talks about the life & death of radio and how podcasting could be next. Plus a new website hosted in a place you would not expect.
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The Nice Things Show
People and organizations offering nice things, creative things, often free. Some urgently deserve your support.
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Are You Tactical & Other Stories [Humor]
Hear about Army "traditions" of shoe polishing and why Jack's 3 year stint in the Army was just so darn weird. Plus the only thing in Jack's studio that is truly "tactical." jacksocha70 {at} G (you know what) dot com
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Thifting & Insane Podcasting Claims [Humor]
Thifting is big news and all kinds of people are doing in for many reasons. Also, AI claims to do all the hard work of podcasting for you! A fun romp!
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The Joy Of Hot Water & Other Things [Humor]
What happens when you try to deal with an emergency in rural Minnesota like you would in a city.
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Chasing The Red Dot [humor]
Some things just ain't what they seem! New cars. Robot cat boxes. The perfect espresso. to name a few...
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"Mistakes Were Made!" [Humor, Sort Of]
Along with tales from my front porch, hear about plans that went wrong, including one of mine! About 20 minutes. FB Connect: Jack Socha
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One MEME & 10,000 FB "Likes" in two days.
[Note: Mild political humor and political content.] Frustrated by a billion-dollar-a-day failed war, I posted a meme I created on Facebook in a group feature political cartoons. Within 48 hours it was "liked" TEN THOUSAND TIMES with hundreds of comments and "shares." In this (rare) political show…
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What Is Photography Doing In 2026?
You don't have to be a big time photographer to enjoy this show. Fun facts, a bit of help sorting out cameras and one-click fixes to many old and ruined photos!
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The Movie Show!
Have some fun with great movies you may have never seen! All "family friendly," most free.
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Things You Didn't Know About Space Travel!
A fun look at space travel in 50's movies and today! Also AI follies and what tiny sailing ships had in common with a Moon Mission!
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The Humanoid Boogie Show
Jack takes a look at information overload and two sources from decades back that predicted the future. Bonzo Dog?
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Memorial Day And May 1945
Jack delves into Memorial Day with some radio from 1945 heard by millions.
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The DEATH Of WordPad & Keeping Things Simple!
Replacing WordPad Portable (free) Apps The Most Complex Espresso Maker Why "Mom's Cameras" Rule Too Much Pizza, Laundy Soap & Tootpaste Cat Litter Terraforming?
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What Could Be More Springlike Than Water Pistols?
In Spring they suddenly appear like daisies and young boys cannot resist them. Not girls, water pistols. Jack looks at them from back then and now.
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Does Your Cat Speak Like You? Plus More!
Talking cats, free movies and books, the cat toy song and more!
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The Common Sense Episode!
What were they thinking? Silly products, silly political moves, art from vegetables and much more.
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Adventures In Space Humor
Jack takes an amusing look at space travel as well as a few old SciFi movies that have decidedly odd moments.
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Jellybeans and Kickstarter
As I come down off my Easter sugar high I wonder about certain Kickstarter offerings.
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Jellybeans and Kickstarter?
As I come down from my Easter sugar high, I wonder about what is behind some of the Kickstarter programs you see online?
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The April Foolishness Podcast
Along with stunts and mishaps, you will hear for the first time ever the story of how and we created "Kitty Kondoms!" Cat lovers will enjoy it.
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Rubber Chickens & Electric Frypans
Not exactly a cooking show! Jack discusses the "skillet meals" trend of years ago made with retro Sunbeam Electric Frypans and why they still work today. Also, the short history of rubber chickens and music made with them.
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Think Peace, Buy Less And, Uh, Cat Litter
Pretty hard to ignore a war going on, but this is no political screed. And Jack tries to blend his own "barista" coffee from supermarket brands. Plus, OATS! They're not just for breakfast cereal anymore!
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The Bad Training Episode
We've all been there. Funny and serious stories about what happens when training just flat goes wrong!
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The Future Of Your Stuff And More!
Ever wonder how people in the far future will think about your stuff?
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Tales of Mayhem, Fun and Stunts.
PayPal AI's hates me after 20 years. Strange requests you get they didn't tell you about in radio school. Why you should always have a camera with you.
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Valentine's Day True Stories Of Love
This week Jack recounts three stories of love: one romantic, one non-human and one of compassion. Also Jack's all time favorite love song! All family safe.
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AI DEMO SPECIAL!
Jack has a bit of fun showing how AI converted a web page into a podcast and also how AI took his lyrics and made a song! Also find out what gear he used to do this recording...you may be surprised!
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Is Orange The New Orange? Green Jello & More
Jack cuts back on "AI Slop" and suggests a few FB page worth visiting, as well as the strange world of being an "expert."
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Groundhog Day Special
The movie "Groundhog Day" was about more than fun ad games. Jack explains how.
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Report from Minnesota & Clashes Past.
January 23 was "do nothing protest day" in Minneapolis and elsewhere in state as ICE gets more beyond control. With the morning temps of 20 below zero, it wasn't hard to stay home. Jack talks about other clashes he seems to stumble into.
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Scaling Back In 2026!
Is all that time on social media really worth it? Are you being manipulated? Are you feeling boxed in by stuff you own? So is Jack, and he talks about it now.
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Amazon Rejects, Get Rich Quick & Betty Boop Goes Public.
Host Jack Socha gets ripped off, finds weird products online and gets ready for new trashy 2026 movies.
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The Food & Coffee Of 2025? + Old Friends
Attention coffee lovers and foodies. Get ready for refreshing, low cost, gluten free info! And why we buy teff in 25 pound sacks!
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Donating Things & The 1898 Podcast?
Jack talks about the Internet Archive at archive.org and plays samples of "Voices Of Christmas Past" to round out his holiday presentations.
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Christmas Morning & Christmas Past In Music.
This is the final segment featuring the music of Bob Czina.
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Two Christmas Eves, Two Wars 50 Years Apart
These are two true stories, one of which I was part of.
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Unpacking The Ornaments
Jack discusses the family "rituals" happening around the middle of December. Getting out the Christmas stuff and, well, you know the rest.
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Advent Show #1
A special story about the unique music I play for Christmas podcasts.
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No One Is Disposable. An Afghan Story.
Hear two remarkable true stories of people taking time to understand "the other."
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Better Than A New Laptop?
With Windows 11 nuking a lot of laptops, listen to this before you buy another one!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Family friendly observations on many ”Cs” Computers, Coffee, Cameras, Cats, Cooking and Cons (warnings!). Humor, kindness and finding joy in small things woven throughout by this broadcast pro.
HOSTED BY
Jack Socha
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Family friendly observations on many ”Cs” Computers, Coffee, Cameras, Cats, Cooking and Cons (warnings!). Humor, kindness and finding joy in small things woven throughout by this broadcast pro.
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