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In this episode of Simple Joe, I pick back up my “Why I Believe” series and share why I believe in Jesus, after first talking about the world’s oldest customer complaint, my time in Sopela, Spain, and a few fun bits like cotton candy, letter writing, and birthdays. I apologize for missing this part of the series last Sunday and explain how today’s Faith Connection builds on the previous conversation about why I believe in God at all. From there, I walk through why the historical Jesus stands out to me, looking at extra biblical sources like Tacitus, Josephus, and Pliny the Younger, and why the resurrection is, in my view, the best explanation for the explosion of the early Christian movement. I talk about how the teachings of Jesus actually work in real life, meeting deep human needs like acceptance, forgiveness, meaning, hope, identity, and belonging, and how a God who suffers with us can be trusted. I wrap up by sharing how following Jesus is the most honest way I know to live, and I point listeners to resources like Lee Strobel, William Lane Craig, C. S. Lewis, N. T. Wright, and even some early Ravi Zacharias work for those who want to explore the historical Jesus, the resurrection, and Christian faith more deeply.

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In this episode of Simple Joe for Saturday, December 6th, 2025, I start with the world’s quietest room at Microsoft’s headquarters and use it as a springboard to think about how much noise we live with and how strange real silence would feel. After a look at the weather in Auckland, New Zealand, and my hometown Cincinnati, along with a quick pass through a few birthdays, historic moments, and today’s observances, I dive into a personal development conversation about reading, how I grew up not really loving books, struggled with comprehension, and then had my life changed when I discovered personal development books like Unlimited Power and The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People. I share how reading has become one of the most powerful tools in my life for wisdom, encouragement, and self-education, how I build a simple daily habit with my Kindle, a comfy brown chair, and a 20 minute timer, and how books like The Bible, The Rhythm of Life, Essentialism, Supercoach, The Psychology of Money, and Atomic Habits have all left fingerprints on my life. I talk about reading as nourishment instead of homework, about choosing books that excite you, and about how both nonfiction and fiction can help you understand yourself and the world better. I invite you to start your own small reading habit today, connect with me on Goodreads, maybe even read alongside me, and use books as a way to make your life better, deepen your conversations, and create great memories with the people you love, because memories are better than stuff.

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In this episode of Simple Joe for Friday, December 5th, 2025, I start with a fantastic fact about hummingbirds and their incredible wing speed, sharing how fascinating and fun they are to watch at a backyard feeder. I walk through the weather for San Luis Obispo, California, and Cincinnati, then celebrate notable birthdays like Martin Van Buren, Walt Disney, Little Richard, Frankie Muniz, Art Monk, and Margaret Cho. I highlight the historic end of Prohibition in 1933 and note today’s observances, including International Volunteer Day, World Soil Day, and International Ninja Day. For Friday’s feature, I dive into a clean and family-friendly look at some of the funniest town names in America, exploring what makes them charming, unique, and so much fun to talk about. I close the show with my usual encouragement to make today epic, spend meaningful time with people you love, and remember that memories are better than stuff.

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In this episode, Jesse catches up with Ken Rosen, one of the podcast's earliest guests and the writer behind the 'E Street Shuffle' blog. They discuss Ken's blog journey, why he's hanging up the keyboard, and the emotional connections built through Springsteen's music. From touching stories to behind-the-scenes insights, this episode is a heartfelt tribute to the enduring impact of 'Set Lusting Bruce' and its community.

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Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here.

In today’s episode of Simple Joe, I share a fascinating fact about why bananas are naturally radioactive, walk you through the weather in Portland, Maine and Cincinnati, Ohio, celebrate birthdays like Jeff Bridges, Marisa Tomei, and JAY-Z, and highlight fun observances including National Cookie Day, National Sock Day, and Wear Brown Shoes Day. I even tell a funny story about accidentally wearing one black shoe and one brown shoe to work. For our Thursday Feature, I dive into an amazing ScienceDaily headline about scientists discovering a cancer-fighting compound in Amazonian scorpion venom, exploring how nature continues to surprise us and why breakthroughs like this give real hope. I wrap up with a reminder to make great memories with the people you love, because memories are always better than stuff.

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Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here.

In today’s episode, I start with the idea that Earth is the only planet in our solar system whose English name does not come from Greek or Roman mythology, and I have a little fun with the fact that our name basically means “dirt”. In contrast, all the other planets get fancy god names. I share the weather for Las Vegas, Nevada, and my hometown, Cincinnati, along with a quick story about never having been to Las Vegas or really spending time in a casino. I walk through birthdays for Bobby Allison, Ozzy Osbourne, Daryl Hannah, Julianne Moore, Katarina Witt, Brendan Fraser, and Amanda Seyfried, then touch on key historical events like Illinois becoming the 21st state, the first modern neon lamp, the tragic The Who concert stampede in Cincinnati, and the very first SMS text message. I also talk about Make a Gift Day, Let’s Hug Day, and National Green Bean Casserole Day, including my strong opinions on how green bean casserole should be made. For Wildcard Wednesday, I roll out a “Change My Mind” segment on what really counts as a sport, walk through my three specific criteria, test a bunch of activities against them, and invite listeners into the debate. I wrap up by reminding you to focus on making memories with the people you love, because memories are better than stuff.

What is a Sport?

There must be a clear, objective score that does not depend on judges or opinion.

Something must be thrown, struck, or tossed as a central part of the activity.

There must be credible potential for injury that is a normal, accepted, and sometimes strategic part of how the game is played.

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In this unique episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson discusses the fascinating journey of Ros Place, the Guardian Angel Channel. Originally from England, Ros has been traveling the world with her family under the guidance of her guardian angel, Trian. Ros shares her experiences in various countries, her early life in suburban London, and her deep connection to music, particularly Bruce Springsteen. The conversation delves into the concept of channeling, how Ros helps people connect with their guardian angels to enhance their creativity, and her personal and professional growth. They also discuss the importance of self-acceptance, and Ros's aspiration to use her gifts to help children. This episode offers an intriguing look at spirituality, creativity, and personal development.

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00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup

00:46 Guest Introduction: Ros Place

01:14 Journey of World Travel

02:27 Experiences in Malaysia

03:28 Musical Influences and Early Life

05:11 Discovering Bruce Springsteen

06:13 Channeling and Creativity

17:38 Personal Journey and Guardian Angels

25:25 Teaching and Empowering Others

27:43 The Commitment to Channeling

29:18 Handling Negative Feedback

32:14 The Journey of Self-Confidence

39:39 Helping Children with Guardian Angels

43:38 Practical Steps to Connect with Your Guardian Angel

47:45 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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