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The JAV Show
by Alvin
Hosted by two Edmonton based engineer and programmer. We use this podcast to share our opinions on personal topics, inform viewers of interesting research topics, teach ourselves to become better speakers, and utilize this podcast as a form of therapy for ourselves and others! Tune in on the fun and relaxed atmosphere of the podcast, we promise it gets betterCheck us out on Instagram: @TheJAVShow
Episodes
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The Final JAV Show: Reflections, Farewells & What’s Next
This week on The JAV Show, Viv and Jorje sit down for our final episode. We talk openly about the reasons behind ending the podcast, reflect on our journey and memories from creating The JAV Show, and share what we plan to do with the extra time moving forward. We also look back on last year’s...
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Viv's Reflecto- and Intro- spective Solo
In this solo episode, Viv takes a more reflective, introspective turn - sharing lessons learned from everyday life, meaningful reads, and personal growth. From what her dog has taught her about presence and loyalty to insights from 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think, she explores…
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Solo Yolo: Behind the Mic & Behind the Lines
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje goes solo and gets meta. He talks about other podcast ideas he’d be interested in creating in the future, what those shows might look like, and how they’d be set up. He also shares the flip side—topics he would never make a podcast about, and why. A reflective,...
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New Job Vibes, Heavy News & Black Friday Rants
This week on The JAV Show, Viv starts her new job, so we dive into the world of corporate life—the good parts, the frustrating parts, and everything in between. We talk about how much she’s loving her new role and the people she works with, and share some of our thoughts on navigating the…
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First Times, Best Selves & Life-Changing Stories
This week on The JAV Show, we dive into a bunch of thought-provoking discussion questions. We explore things we wish we could experience again for the first time, moments when we feel like the best version of ourselves, and the books, movies, or video games that changed the way we see the world....
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AI Wins, Network Nightmares & Planned Obsolescence
This week on The JAV Show, we dive into our usual tech-filled rants. Jorje shares how he used AI to complete an entire work project—and how shockingly well it performed. We also explore the wild world of network querying and the sheer number of malicious or spam sites constantly pinging our...
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Success, Strikes & Spiraling into the News
This week on The JAV Show, we kick things off with some reflective questions about our own definitions of success—but, in true JAV fashion, that quickly spirals into a deep dive on the current teacher strikes and the controversies surrounding them. We wrap up the episode with a mix of world and...
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Halloween Nights, Diets & Drug Effects
This week on The JAV Show, we recap our Halloween adventures—Viv hit up a rave with great music and vibes, while Jorje went trick-or-treating with his niece. From there, we dive into food and diet talk, discussing weight gain, weight loss, and everything in between. We also chat about how…
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AI, Inflation & Random Rants
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv are back with another classic rant-filled episode. We hit our favorite topic—AI—then jump into inflation, the teacher strike, birth rates, and a bunch of random hobbies that somehow made their way into the conversation. It’s chaotic, opinionated, and 100%...
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Haunted Houses, Curses & Creepy Fears
This week on The JAV Show, we dive into the spooky spirit of Halloween! We chat about our biggest fears, haunted houses, cursed objects, different types of ghosts, and all things eerie and unsettling. It’s a fun, creepy, and Halloween-themed episode filled with chills, laughs, and a whole lot of...
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Weddings, Parties & Perfect Venues
This week on The JAV Show, Viv is back from her friend’s wedding, and we dive headfirst into all things weddings! We chat about proposals, bachelor and bachelorette parties, and what our ideal wedding venues would look like. We also go deep on the fun details—food, party favors, games, and...
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Thanksgiving Feast & The Great Potato Tier List
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv finally get around to talking about Thanksgiving! We dive into the traditions behind the holiday, which countries actually celebrate it, and the variety of main and side dishes that make the feast complete. To top it off, we rank the best (and worst) ways…
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Thanksgiving… or Tangents?
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv set out to talk about Thanksgiving—but as usual, the tangents took over. We wandered into conversations about working from home, the role of media and social media (and how to make sense of them), and eventually found ourselves debating workouts and what...
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Back from South Korea: Jeju, Busan & Seoul Adventures
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv are back from their trip to South Korea! We share highlights from Jeju, Busan, and Seoul, from our favorite foods to the best experiences. Jorje goes on a few rants about travel frustrations, but we also dive into our preferences, shopping sprees, and the...
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Viv’s Solo Session: Tastes, Subscriptions, Dogs & Death
This week on The JAV Show, it’s another solo podcast with Viv at the mic. She reflects on acquired tastes in food and drinks, the rise of subscription-based living, and how getting a dog has changed her life. Viv also shares her personal perspective on death in an honest and thoughtful way. It’s…
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Volleyball, IQ vs EQ & Rants on Success
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv are back together for a mix of fun and thoughtful conversations. We kick things off with our recent beach volleyball tournament and how it went, then dive into the results of an IQ test we took before recording—and what IQ and EQ really mean. From there…
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Jorje’s Solo Session: Tastes, Subscriptions, Dogs & Death
This week on The JAV Show, it’s another solo podcast with Jorje at the mic. He reflects on acquired tastes in food and drinks, the rise of subscription-based living, and how getting a dog has changed his life. Jorje also shares his personal perspective on death in an honest and thoughtful way.…
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Strikes, Job Security & AI in an Uncertain Economy
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv go on a series of rants sparked by the ongoing Air Canada strike. We dive into the ripple effects of job security concerns, the growing role of AI in the workplace, and the overall sense of uncertainty in the Canadian economy. It’s a grounded,...
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Family, Scents & Superhero Sidekicks
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv jump into a mix of lighthearted and thoughtful topics. We talk about helping family, the calming power of soothing scents, and imagine what it would be like to have a fictional superhero as a best friend. Then, we get creative and personify different…
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July Recap, Popularity & The Everyday Grind
This week on The JAV Show, Viv is back! We catch up on everything that went down in July—from events and personal updates to the random moments that made the month memorable. We also dive into deeper topics like popularity, what it’s like working with friends, and the never-ending balance between...
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Viv’s Solo Session: Friends, Family & Favorite Cartoons
This week on The JAV Show, we kick off our solo podcast series with Viv at the mic. She reflects on the impact of childhood friendships, shares kind words about each of his family members, and takes a nostalgic trip back to his favorite childhood cartoons. She also dives into his current hobbies...
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Free Food & Fresh Starts (Feat. Cass)
This week on The JAV Show, Viv is out sick, so Jorje is joined by special guest and friend, Cass. We kick things off by talking about the dangers of free food at work (we always eat too much), then shift into a more personal conversation about Cass’s recent layoff—what that experience was like…
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Jorje’s Solo Session: Friends, Family & Favorite Cartoons
This week on The JAV Show, we kick off our solo podcast series with Jorje at the mic. He reflects on the impact of childhood friendships, shares kind words about each of his family members, and takes a nostalgic trip back to his favorite childhood cartoons. He also dives into his current hobbies...
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Eastern Medicine & Skincare Secrets: East vs. West
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv explore the world of Eastern medicine—its effectiveness, philosophy, and how it stacks up against Western medical approaches. We also dive into skincare, comparing routines and cultural attitudes between Korea and North America. From herbs to hydration…
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Plans, Life Chats & Quotes That Stick
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv catch up on life—how work and volleyball are going, and what we’re looking forward to this summer. We also share some of our favorite inspiring quotes, unpacking why they resonate with us and how they shape our mindset. And of course, no episode would be...
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Celebrity Scenarios & Total Chaos (Feat. Johnson, Teddy & Cornmeal)
This week on The JAV Show, things get wild with a chaotic four-person episode featuring Johnson, Teddy, and Cornmeal. With so many voices in the mix, the audio might get a little messy—but the conversation more than makes up for it. We dive into the Diddy trials, outrageous celebrity party...
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Quick Catch-Up: Work, Volleyball & AI Musings
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv keep it short and sweet with a quick catch-up episode. We chat about what’s new with work and volleyball, then ease into our usual territory—technology and AI. It’s a light, laid-back conversation to keep you in the loop and keep the JAV vibes going! Intro...
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Remote Viewing, Real Superpowers & Rant Mode Activated
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv go full rant mode with a mix of random and fascinating topics. We dive into remote viewing and the superpowers that might actually be possible, chat about Stardew Valley creator ConcernedApe’s appearance on Bobby Lee’s podcast, explore some oddly specific…
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Back from Bali: Jorje’s Adventures & Hollywood Tangents
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje’s back from Bali and we dive into all the details—flights, food, adventures, and the unforgettable moments from his trip. Of course, in true JAV fashion, we couldn’t stay on track for too long. We veered off into fun side conversations about movies, actors, and...
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Bad Words, Big Feelings & Game Time with Rstar
This week on The JAV Show, our good friend Rstar joins Jorje and Viv for a deep yet entertaining dive into the surprising history of some so-called “bad” words—turns out, they go way back. We also touch on anxiety, both in everyday life and how it shows up in gaming and competitive settings. From...
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Love Languages, Late Calls & Life with Butch
This week on The JAV Show, our friend Butch is back for another heartfelt and hilarious episode. We dive into relationships—how we show up for each other and our friends in tough times, those late-night phone calls with our significant others, and what love languages and partner preferences say...
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Catching Up with Butch: Life, Work, and Wandering Tangents
This week on The JAV Show, our friend Butch joins Jorje and Viv for a laid-back conversation about life’s transitions. We chat about Butch’s journey from finishing school to navigating the job hunt, toss around ideas to inspire his next steps, and, of course, end up on a bunch of fun tangents…
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Through the Black Mirror
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv dive into the latest season of Black Mirror and revisit some of the wildest episodes from past seasons. From twisted tech to dystopian futures, we break down the concepts that stuck with us—and the ones that freaked us out the most. It’s a deep (and…
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Chatting with AI: Tricks, Tests, and Tangents
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv dive into conversations with AI! We spent the episode talking to Portalis AI, Character.AI, and Sesame AI, exploring how each one works and seeing how far we could push their limits. From trying to get controversial answers to testing their knowledge of...
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Doomscrolling, Mukbangs, and Managing the Madness
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv are back with another episode full of tangents! We kick things off with doomscrolling and how easy it is to get stuck in the endless scroll. Then we dive into the world of mukbangs, psychological manipulation in media, and the impact all of this has on our...
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Disasters, Space, and… Food?
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv take a wild ride through technology, space, and some unexpected detours. We kick things off by discussing the recent earthquake in Myanmar and how we’d handle different natural disasters. Then, we explore the Mars helicopter "Ginny" and the importance of...
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Travel Scares, Crop Circles, and Conspiracy Chaos
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv dive into some real-life travel scares, discussing kidnapping risks in certain countries and how to stay safe while exploring the world. From there, we take a sharp turn into the world of crop circles, conspiracy theories, and other bizarre mysteries. And,...
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Leadership, Mentorship… and a Bit of Irish Luck
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv dive into leadership and mentorship—what makes a good leader, the impact of great mentors, and how these roles shape our career paths. We also share some thoughts on where we’re headed professionally. But, as always, we couldn’t stay on track for too long!...
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Trending News… or Just U.S. Politics?
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv set out to discuss trending news—but as it turns out, most of the headlines were dominated by U.S. politics. Naturally, we dove deep into the new Trump administration and the shifts happening under his leadership. We also explored the latest developments…
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Birthdays Then & Now: Traditions, Celebrations & Memories
This week on The JAV Show, it’s all about birthdays! With Jorje’s birthday just passed and Viv’s coming up, we dive into how our birthday traditions have changed over the years—from childhood celebrations to how we mark the occasion now. We also share some of our most memorable (and maybe...
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From YouTube to Porn to AI: A Surprisingly Connected Talk
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv take a wild but surprisingly connected journey through a mix of topics. Starting with YouTube content, they somehow find themselves discussing porn, which naturally leads to AI, and finally lands on passions and hobbies. It’s a classic JAV-style...
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Valentine’s Day: Gifts, Expectations & Future Parties
Love is in the air on The JAV Show! This week, Jorje and Viv reminisce about Valentine’s Day gifts—both the childhood classroom exchanges and the more personal gifts of adulthood. They also explore unique Valentine’s traditions from around the world and share their thoughts on what makes the day...
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Cars, Cuisine & Casual Chaos
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv catch up on their latest hobbies—Viv diving into her business ventures and Jorje tinkering with his project car. From there, the conversation takes a delicious turn as they discuss their favorite foods and memorable eats from their travels. Of course, no...
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Red Envelopes & Restful Nights
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv dive into their families' Lunar New Year traditions—sharing both the common customs and the unique ways their families celebrate the holiday. But that's not all! Somehow, the conversation takes a deep dive into the world of sleep—past and present sleeping...
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Wedding Woes & Resort Rants
This week on The JAV Show, Viv is back from her best friend’s destination wedding, and she’s got a story to tell! What should’ve been a dream trip turned into a nightmare thanks to a rude and unaccommodating resort staff. Tune in for a hilarious and cathartic rant as Viv spills all the details...
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Would You Rather: New Year Edition
It’s the start of the year, but we’re already bringing you a classic filler episode! With Viv off to Mexico, The JAV Show hosts recorded early and dove into a fun round of Would You Rather. From tricky dilemmas to hilarious scenarios, Jorje and Viv test their wits and preferences in all kinds of...
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Reflecting on 2024 & Resolutions for 2025
On this week’s episode of The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv take a thoughtful look back at their 2024 resolutions, sharing the highs, lows, and lessons learned along the way. From successes to near-misses, it’s all about the effort! Looking ahead to 2025, they propose fresh goals focused on career...
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Butch's Engineering Adventure & Career What-Ifs
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv welcome Butch to chat about his first semester in engineering school! We dive into his experiences, how he's feeling about the program, and whether he’s planning to continue. Of course, we couldn’t resist creating some wild hypotheticals—imagining…
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Christmas Vibes & First Impressions (Feat. Butch)
This week on The JAV Show, Jorje and Viv are joined by special guest Butch for a festive and heartwarming episode! We dive into all things Christmas—gift giving, holiday parties, and the joy of receiving. But things take a sentimental turn as we reflect on our first impressions of each other and...
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Holiday Catch-Up: Life, Gifts & Tangents
Jorje and Viv are back from a short break and ready to dive into everything from work and Christmas parties to hobbies and holiday plans! In this episode of The JAV Show, we chat about the books, movies, and TV shows we've been into lately, share gift ideas (and what we're getting for others)…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hosted by two Edmonton based engineer and programmer. We use this podcast to share our opinions on personal topics, inform viewers of interesting research topics, teach ourselves to become better speakers, and utilize this podcast as a form of therapy for ourselves and others! Tune in on the fun and relaxed atmosphere of the podcast, we promise it gets betterCheck us out on Instagram: @TheJAVShow
HOSTED BY
Alvin
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What is The JAV Show about?
Hosted by two Edmonton based engineer and programmer. We use this podcast to share our opinions on personal topics, inform viewers of interesting research topics, teach ourselves to become better speakers, and utilize this podcast as a form of therapy for ourselves and others! Tune in on the fun...
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