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In this episode, join Jesse Jackson, host of Set Lusting Bruce, for a touching conversation with Tim Julius. They discuss everything from technical mishaps while recording, Bruce Springsteen's influence on their lives, the power of music, family dynamics, and personal stories of love and loss. Tim shares his deep connection with various Bruce Springsteen songs and albums, recounts his memorable concert experiences, and talks about his intriguing 'Mary question' theory. This episode delves into how Bruce's music intertwines with their personal lives, making for an engaging and emotional discussion.

00:00 Technical Difficulties and Introductions

00:29 Re-recording the Interview

01:41 Meet Tim Julius

03:46 Musical Influences and Family Memories

06:21 Discovering Bruce Springsteen

08:43 Marriage and Life Lessons

11:43 Springsteen Concert Experiences

13:23 Bootlegs and Recording Concerts

21:54 Autograph Adventures

35:38 Family Traditions and Theme Songs

36:12 Concert Memories and Special Performances

37:48 Bruce Springsteen's Unique Covers

42:39 Labor Issues and Economic Realities

46:44 Emotional Stories and Personal Connections

01:02:12 The Mary Question and Relationship Reflections

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In this episode Hugh Flynn talks about his new memoir, 'Something Special: A Gay Brother, A Disabled Brother, An Eventful Brother, A War.' Hugh shares the emotionally charged story of his brother Aaron, who has Down Syndrome, and the familial and legal battles he faced to protect him. They touch on the themes of unconditional love, resilience, and the complexities of family dynamics. Hugh also reflects on his own experiences growing up in a Midwestern family, his career as a writer, and his personal connection to Bruce Springsteen's music. Don't miss this touching and insightful conversation!

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:12 Hugh Flynn's Background and Career

02:34 Writing and Teaching Insights

05:32 Family and Early Influences

15:27 Aaron's Story and Family Dynamics

33:01 Family Feud and Legal Battles

34:05 The Role of Attorneys and Bias in Probate

34:49 Aaron: The Calm in the Storm

35:45 Writing the Book: A Non-Sequential Journey

36:40 Societal Values and Personal Reflections

37:32 Aaron's Influence and Family Dynamics

38:48 The Power of Unconditional Love

43:54 Legal Struggles and Personal Sacrifices

51:20 Bruce Springsteen and Music Memories

55:50 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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

Today I talked about a lake in Australia that is naturally bright pink and still a mystery to scientists, and I had fun imagining what it would be like to actually jump into a bright pink lake. I shared the three day weather for Brooklyn, Wisconsin, and Cincinnati, and then dug into Monday’s Interesting Headlines where I peruse the news for fun, odd stories worth talking about. Today’s headlines included a smart keyboard helping Parkinson’s patients, a new way to defrost cars using electricity instead of heat, a teacher who created a compliment hotline, a self healing phone case that fixes scratches in minutes, and a tiny robot that can fold laundry the size of a postage stamp. I closed the show with today’s birthdays, historic events, and National Sardines Day, plus a reminder to make great memories because memories are better than stuff.

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Welcome to Simple Joe. I’m glad you’re here. Email me at [email protected] or send me a text at 513.399.6468. Just say hi, I would love to hear from you.

In this Sunday edition of Simple Joe, I kick things off with a fun fact about the world’s first computer password (spoiler: it wasn’t about security), then dive into a personal reflection on how I manage my own passwords. I share the weather forecast for my friends in Melbourne, Australia, and Cincinnati, plus a quick travel recap from my time in the UK and Spain. You’ll hear today’s birthdays including Miley Cyrus (and a correction from yesterday), key historical events like the debut of Doctor Who and the first jukebox, and celebrations like National Espresso Day and Eat a Cranberry Day. Then I begin a three-part series on my faith journey. Today’s focus: why I believe in God. I walk through my transition from relativism and atheism to theism, using reason, science, morality, and personal thought to explain how I landed on belief in a Creator. Whether you’re a believer, skeptic, or just curious, this episode invites thoughtful reflection on truth, purpose, and what we believe about the world around us.

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

Today I talked about the quirky truth that “queue” is the only English word where one letter does all the work, and the rest just ride along, which made me think about how real life sometimes feels the same way. I shared that I’m finally flying home after a long trip and then walked through the weather in Riverside, California and back home in Cincinnati. I celebrated birthdays like Rodney Dangerfield, Terry Gilliam, Billie Jean King, Jamie Lee Curtis, Mark Ruffalo, Scarlett Johansson, and Miley Cyrus, remembered the anniversary of JFK’s assassination and the release of Toy Story, and highlighted today’s celebrations like National Adoption Day, Start Your Own Country Day, and Go For a Ride Day. For Saturday’s personal development topic, I dug into the question, “What would you do if you were brave?” and explored how courage isn’t the absence of fear but choosing action despite it. I encouraged listeners to take one small, brave step toward the person they want to be, make a great memory, and remember that memories are better than stuff.

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