In this episode, Jackie speaks with a very accomplished, award winning high school educator about her new norm as a virtual teacher.  Jackie and this educator (last name withheld) have a very candid conversation about what it's like to be thrust in to this role and what parents can do to support their child's teacher(s) during this very bizarre time in our lives.  Side note: ALERT THE MEDIA!--not one curse word in this show--NOT ONE!  You'll get to hear Jackie have a more serious conversation.  If you or someone you know is the parent of a child in 9-12, this is a must listen!  Remember to review and subscribe and also, to follow Porch Swing Podcast on both Instagram and Twitter. Enjoy!

In this episode, Jackie shares her funny, albeit probably a little strange, thoughts on different types of masks and what they say about the people who wear them.  She runs down the list of the four most commonly worn types of masks (surgical, homemade, N95 and buff) and the thoughts that run through her brain about each.  Remember to review and subscribe and also, to follow Porch Swing Podcast on both Instagram and Twitter. Enjoy!

In this episode, Jackie has a guest cohost join her.  Jackie's sister, Monica, comes on the pod to talk all things homeschool.  What have been some successes?  What has she struggled with?  Jackie and Monica get a little off topic at some points but it's a great/fun/sometimes educational conversation none the less. At the end, Jackie does a speed round of "This or That" with Monica and it's sure to bring some laughter to your day. Remember to review and subscribe and also, to follow Porch Swing Podcast on both Instagram and Twitter.  Enjoy!

In this episode, Jackie gets a little serious and talks about the things that contributed to her (failed) first attempt at a work-from-home career.  She then talks about what she does now to stay engaged and achieve her goals while working from home.  Right now, there are lots of us who feel very challenged by a home-based work environment and this episode may help you avoid the things that Jackie believes were her downfall many years ago.  This has nothing to do with MLM style businesses or anything of the sort.  Rather, it is a very candid discussion around Jackie's previous career with a Fortune 500 company plus what worked and what didn't in her home-based role there. Remember to review and subscribe and also, to follow Porch Swing Podcast on both Instagram and Twitter.  Enjoy!

In this episode, Jackie talks about "trends" she has followed and where she stand now with each of them.  This is an honest, real-life summary of some things Jackie deems to be popular, that she's used/owned/tried and where she stands now with each of them.   Remember to review and subscribe and also, to follow Porch Swing Podcast on both Instagram and Twitter.  Enjoy!

In this episode, Jackie talks about her most recently watched list of TV programs.  This is a Top Ten style summary and while she's at it, Jackie adds in the things she was thinking about (or related to) while watching these programs.  This is a "sit on the couch" and hear my inner thoughts" type of breakdown.  Remember to review and subscribe and also, to follow Porch Swing Podcast on both Instagram and Twitter.  Enjoy!

In this episode, Jackie talks about her own experience with heightened hypochondriacal responses to Covid-19.  She delves into real-life moments that make her question her sanity.  This one is a funny (curse-word laden), truthful look at a "day in the life" with Jackie.  Remember to review and subscribe and also, to follow Porch Swing Podcast on both Instagram and Twitter.  Enjoy!

In this first Porch Swing Podcast, Jackie talks about the reason(s) she decided to start this new podcasting venture.  She goes into a little bit of detail about where this all started and what she has planned for the podcast moving forward.