This conversation is admittedly a difficult one to have as this topic is broad, deep and complex. It was sparked after recent stories of two 'body positive' influencers who lost weight received negative feedback from their followers. Today we're talking about who we follow on social media and how that affects our own body image and why the changes a stranger makes may trigger your own feelings of being not enough. We'll talk about body image and representation as well as how inequalities play out when it comes to health.

*This episode does mention body image, eating disorders and weight loss.

George had his annual physical this week and his first labs since going alcohol free in late 2021. He's sharing what his doctor and nurse had to say about his health changes. He'll give an inside look (pun intended) at how lifestyle changes like giving up alcohol and committing to fitness can have a major positive impact on your physical health.

George is self-employed and works from home. Jess works full time at an office. Prior to doing the podcast, they worked together in broadcast media. Now that George is home he has taken on a lot of the household tasks like cooking, grocery shopping and school pickup. He is volunteering as a field trip chaperone in their kindergartener's class and she came home from school and told him 'only moms are doing that'. We're talking about 'traditional gender roles' and the transition we've experienced over the last year.

AI (artificial intelligence) is developing at a pace that most of us cannot comprehend. We're talking about its capabilities, the pros and cons of the speed at which it is evolving and why we shouldn't be ignoring it.

This episode also features a conversation about the upcoming planting season and why Jess is pulling back on her plans for a garden.

Are you struggling to manage your time effectively? Do you find yourself constantly distracted by notifications and interruptions? In this episode, we'll explore the popular productivity technique of time boxing, which involves setting specific blocks of time for each task on your to-do list. We'll discuss the pros and cons of time boxing and offer tips on how to make it work for you.

Next, we'll discuss how digital tools, such as calendars and to-do lists, can help you implement time boxing and stay on track. We'll review some of the top calendar apps and their features, such as syncing across devices, integrating with other tools, and providing customizable views. We'll also touch on the importance of setting realistic goals, prioritizing tasks, and avoiding multitasking.

In this episode, we explore The Overview Effect, a phenomenon experienced by astronauts when they see the Earth from space. We discuss the psychological and philosophical implications of The Overview Effect, and how it can inspire us to think differently about our place in the universe. We also explore the potential benefits of The Overview Effect, including its ability to promote global unity and environmental awareness. Tune in to gain a new perspective on our planet and our place in the universe.