Midlife Mumbo Jumbo

By Ryan and Jeff

It’s difficult to balance relationships, finances, and still maintain your indIvidual identity. We’re two friends that discuss how challenges can improve the quality of everyday life. Join us if you w... more

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December 09, 2020Episode #31: SMART Trees
Today is December 8th. We discuss national holidays, this day in history, and goal setting.

Show Notes

This Day in History:
National Christmas Tree Day
National Time Travel Day
National Brownie Day
1941 - The speach, This Day in Infamy get's delivery (After bombing of Pearl Harbor)
1961 - Wilt Chamberlain scores 78 points in a single game
Jim Morrison from the Doors - Born in 1943
Setting Goals:

What are my 5 year goals?
What are my 3 year goals?
What are my 1 Year goals

SMART
S: Specific
M: Measurable
A: Attainable
R: Relevant
T: Time-bound

Your Assets:
Skillsets
Mindsets
Relationships
Make small dumb goals to reach your big lofty goals
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December 02, 2020Wise Guys Wisdom: Staying Positive
Staying Positive
Write in a gratitude journal every day or express gratitude
Listen to music that sounds the way you want to feel
Challenge your negative thinking
Smile
Follow your passion
Meditate

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December 02, 2020Episode #30: Big Wheels and At-At Walker
Today is December 1st. Day 336 of this year. We shout out Rosa Parks, talk best and worst Christmas Gifts, and Holiday Pranks

Show Notes

This Day in History:
National Rosa Parks Day
National Pie Day
National Red Apple Day
National Trick Shot Day
1990 - The English and French meet for the first time in the Chunnel
1 Year ago - Frozen II hits the theatre with record breaking sales, $132 Million
Sharing Time:

Shout out to Jess at The Rambling Raccoon.
The Rambling Raccoon - Hiking | Lifestyle | Travel
www.ramblingraccoon.com
http://www.instagram.com/theramblingraccoon
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Things We Love and Hate About Christmas:

The Best and Worst Christmas Gifts

Holiday Pranks:
TOP 10 Holiday/Christmas Gift PRANK Ideas! - YouTube
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November 24, 2020 Wise Guys Wisdom: Finding Your Voice

Practice and Listen
What did I enjoy most?
What did I do best?
What do my friends love the most?
What new input did I get?
And how can I use this to shape my voice further?

The Calling

Define Your Voice (Proactive Way)
1) What are your greatest passions? What do you love to do?
2) What are your skills and talents? What do you do best?
3) Think about how that could benefit other people. How did you create value for others?
4) Is this the right thing to do? Does it fulfill you with meaning? Is your conscience giving you green light?

Take a moment and think about it. Define your voice by reflecting on your passion, skills and where you can connect with people
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November 24, 2020Episode #29: Turducken and the Wax Party
Today is November 23rd. We celebrate Pink Floyd, give stocking stuffer ideas, and talk strange Turkey Day celebrations

Show Notes

This Day in History:
1988 - Wayne Gretzy scores his 600th NHL goal
National Adoption Day
National Expresso Day
1992, 10,000,000 cell phones are sold
Stocking Stuffer Ideas:

Weird Thanksgiving Facts:
11 Weirdest Thanksgiving Traditions:
https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/articles/these-are-the-11-weirdest-thanksgiving-traditions-ever/
Facts About Thanksgiving:https://worldstrides.com/blog/2016/11/9-fun-facts-about-thanksgiving/

Thankful Thanksgiving:
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November 18, 2020Episode #28: $100 Slice of Pie
Today we recongnize the genius behind SNL, talk national holidays, discuss destressing during the holidays, and do a round of would you rather.

Show Notes

This Day in History:
National Take a Hike Day
National Homemade Bread Day
National Baklava
1940 - Greenbay Packers become the 1st NFL Team
1970 - Invention of the first computer mouse
1944 - Lorne Michaels from SNL was born
Danny Devito turns 76
How to Destress During the Holidays:

Would you Rather Questions (Thanksgiving)
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November 11, 2020Episode #27: Serendipity and Ryans' World
Hi podcast junkies. Tonight we pay tribute to Alex Trebek, RIP!

Also, Ryan really likes Serendipity! No really likes it alot!

We pick the best movies for the holiday, share healthy tips that will help with your turkey day, and discuss how to improve your communication.

Show Notes

This Day in History:
National Vanilla Cupcake Day
National Seasame Street Day
National Marine Corp Day
1940 - Walt Disney becomes a spy
1990 - Home Alone deputs in Chicago
Word perfect 5.1 ships
Holiday Movie Picks:
Ryan
Serendipity....don't ask
Elf
Nightmare before Christmas
Home Alone
Charlie Brown
Jeff
A Christmas Story
National Lampoon's Christmas
Just Friends
Die Hard
Grinch

Health Tips

https://getpocket.com/explore/item/ten-habits-of-people-who-lose-weight-and-keep-it-off?utm_source=pocket-newtab

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November 04, 2020Episode #26: Merica The Beautiful
Hello fellow Americans! Welcome to our fun spin on election night. We celebrate the USA without the anxious tension of politics. Learn about our history, voting facts, and the greatness that makes us unique.

Show Notes

This Day in History:
National Sandwich Day
National Homemaker Day
November 4th - National Candy Day
November 5th - National Football Day
1957 Sputnik 2 carries the first living animal
1911 Chevy enters the Automobile Market
1962 Wilt Chamberlain scores 72 points
Weird Things About America
https://www.thetravel.com/25-seriously-weird-things-that-only-happen-in-america/
Voting Facts:
https://www.realclearpolicy.com/articles/2020/10/30/five_facts_on_voting_in_america_582420.html
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October 28, 2020Episode #25: Parties and Stingy Jack
Welcome to October 27th! This week is inspired by Halloween traditions, eating healthy during the holidays, and great Halloween trivia.

Show Notes

This Day in History:
National Chocolate Day (October 28th)
National American Beer Day
National Black Cat Day
National Navy Day
1982 - China announces it's population reaches 1 billion
1938 - Dupoint annouces the creation of Nylon
1961 - American Base Ball League starts
Health Tips for the Holidays:
https://www.wikihow.com/Stick-to-Your-Diet-During-the-Holidays#:~:text=%20%20%201%20Drink%20a%20glass%20of,a%20diet%20before%20or%20after%20the...%20More%20
Halloween Traditions:
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/58341/origins-15-spooky-halloween-traditions
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October 21, 2020Episode #24: Snoop Dogg and Monster Mash
Hello October 20th! We talk about Halloween, best monsters, Snoop Dogg, word of the day, and high/lows. Enjoy our latest Halloween episode!

Show Notes

This Day in History:
International Sloth Day
International Nacho Day 21st
National Back to the Future Day- 21st
National Apple Day
Snoop Dogg turns 48 years old
1988 - LA Dodgers beat the Okland A's in the 85th World Series
1864 - Abraham declares Thanksgiving a National Holiday
Word of the Day:
Risible - arousing or provoking laughter
Halloween Questions:

Top Halloween Monsters - Jeff Picks
Vampires
Zombies
Devil
Top Halloween Monsters - Ryan Picks
Vampires
Devil
Frankenstein
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