The Denim Couch Podcast

In this episode, we review all of the interviews from the 70's. I recap the journey through these 70's interviews and give my thoughts on the difference between today and the 70's with a heavy emphasis on technology and social media's role in our lives while discussing a new perspective due to our "new normal". These interviews have changed my perspective and motivated me to step back and analyze what I spend my time on and what messages and expectations I take in each day. The 70's were a time of change, activism, free expression and ultimately a time that will never be forgotten due to it's drastic difference in comparison to the previous decades. I can't wait for the 80's episodes to be released so stay tuned! Highlights of the interview: (5:31) - Ep. 21 Peggy McFarland Recap (7:15) - Ep. 22 Jolene Hernandez Recap (8:13) - Ep. 23 Kevin Sanders Recap (9:15) - Ep. 24 Karyl Jensen Recap (9:58) - Ep. 25 Stacey Johnson Recap (10:51) - Ep. 26 Penny Lyle Schlaffer Recap (11:56) - Ep. 27 Jake Thompson Recap (12:33) - Ep. 28 Sheryl Merkley Recap (13:18) - Ep. 29 Janis & Jorge Ribeiro Recap (15:45) - Embarrassing Story And Gender Reveal (17:21) - Mental Health, Happiness And The Denim Couch Podcast -- Be sure to follow The Denim Couch Podcast on Instagram and Stefani Tanner on Facebook! -- You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcasts on Apple Podcasts and follow on Spotify!

In this episode, I get to interview both Janis and Jorge about their lives in the 70's. We talk about the incredible activities living in a small town in Southern California brought about. Jorge shares his experience from the 70's that is full of protesting and activism for his deep passion of anti-war sentiments. They give us incredible advice for maintaining happiness and joy and discuss what imprint they want to leave on the world. Were previous generations generally happier than we are today?". We'll let you decide. Highlights of the interview: (4:16) - Janis Joplin (5:00) - Protests And Activism (11:34) - Southern California Activities (14:00) - Lakes, Water Skiing, And Friends (15:11) - Graduation Dare (19:33) - Train Engineer Overalls (22:55) - Focus On The Best In People (33:08) - Embarrassing Story (34:58) - Mental Health, Happiness And The Denim Couch Podcast -- Be sure to follow The Denim Couch Podcast on Instagram and Stefani Tanner on Facebook! -- You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcasts on Apple Podcasts and follow on Spotify!

In this episode, Sheryl tells us all about life events in the 70's. We talk about drill team, performance groups, singing, and many other talents Sheryl has. Her life is full of activity and performing. She tells me all about the cultural events that took place in the 70's. Sheryl tells us how she brings peace into her life during hard times. Were previous generations generally happier than we are today?". We'll let you decide. Highlights of the interview: (2:01) - 70's Events (8:40) - Choir And Singing Talent (13:42) - Road Shows (15:51) - Drill Team And Performance Groups (18:59) - Split And Insert Bell Bottoms (20:52) - Mediocre Talents Bring Me Joy (22:01) - I Think Everybody Experiences That (27:20) - Embarrassing Story (28:53) - Mental Health, Happiness And The Denim Couch Podcast -- Be sure to follow The Denim Couch Podcast on Instagram and Stefani Tanner on Facebook! -- You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcasts on Apple Podcasts and follow on Spotify!

In this episode, Jake tells us all about his life in the 70's. We talk about sports, family life and literature's impact on his life. Jake tells me about the difference in pressures and teenage life back in the 70's compared to today. His teacher's perspective gives us a unique look at how students lives have changed since then. He tells us about his favorite memories and about what brings him happiness in his life. Were previous generations generally happier than we are today?". We'll let you decide. Highlights of the interview: (2:50) - Literally No Jake's (3:34) - The Pressures Were Not The Same (7:56) - Freedom Early On (12:29) - Centered Around The Church Or Social Clubs (13:48) - Dedicated To Teaching And Coaching (14:55) - Worst Fashion In Mankind (17:52) - Family (21:35) - Embarrassing Story (22:45) - Mental Health, Happiness And The Denim Couch Podcast -- Be sure to follow The Denim Couch Podcast on Instagram and Stefani Tanner on Facebook! -- You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcasts on Apple Podcasts and follow on Spotify!

In this episode, Penny tells us all about her life in the 70's. We talk dating, music, and skateboards. She tells me all about everyday life with friends and their experiences with music and cooking and entertainment. Perhaps the greatest depiction of the 70's comes from Penny telling me about her and her boyfriend's green plaid matching bell bottoms that they wore out together. It can't get any better than that! She describes the difference between growing up in the 70's and growing up nowadays and gives us advice on how to create happiness and bring peace into your life during hard times. Were previous generations generally happier than we are today?". We'll let you decide. Highlights of the interview: (3:22) - Just Penny (4:42) - Skateboard Ads & The Best Music (9:30) - Barbie World (11:02) - Cross Country Vacations (12:55) - Matching Boyfriends Bell Bottoms (14:31) - Memory Books (15:41) - Massive Inflation (23:11) - Embarrassing Story (24:59) - Mental Health, Happiness And The Denim Couch Podcast -- Be sure to follow The Denim Couch Podcast on Instagram and Stefani Tanner on Facebook! -- You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcasts on Apple Podcasts and follow on Spotify!

In this episode, I chat with Stacey Johnson about life in the 70's. He tells us all about the outdoor adventures he and his brothers had together. They cover everything from skiing the canals to building a 40 ft, three story tree house in their backyard. He describes the difference between growing up in the 70's and growing up nowadays and gives us advice on how to create happiness and bring peace into your life during hard times. Were previous generations generally happier than we are today?". We'll let you decide. Highlights of the interview: (3:51) - Skiing Behind The Car (6:45) - Midnight Football (8:44) - Community Support (10:38) - Hunting Pheasants (14:01) - Platform Shoes And Frayed Denim Bell Bottoms (15:48) - Flows Out Of The Family (16:36) - Hope And Family (20:01) - Embarrassing Story (21:21) - Mental Health, Happiness And The Denim Couch Podcast -- Be sure to follow The Denim Couch Podcast on Instagram and Stefani Tanner on Facebook! -- You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcasts on Apple Podcasts and follow on Spotify!

In this episode, I chat with my hilarious friend Karyl Jensen about life in the 70's. She talks about her wallflower ways in the 70's and gives us her unique perspective of growing up taking care of small children and sharing her talents with others. She tells us how she met her sweet husband and gives us advice on how to create happiness and bring peace into your life during hard times. Were previous generations generally happier than we are today?". We'll let you decide. Highlights of the interview: (5:21) - It's Often Pronounced "Carl" (6:00) - 9 Kids And Foster Care (9:08) - Camping And Football Games (12:02) - Community And Church Dances (13:43) - He's Cute (15:56) - Straight A-lines (18:00) - Of Course I Was A Teenager (18:46) - There Were Spoiled And Entitled Kids (21:24) - Embarrassing Story (23:21) - Mental Health, Happiness And The Denim Couch Podcast -- Be sure to follow The Denim Couch Podcast on Instagram and Stefani Tanner on Facebook! -- You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcasts on Apple Podcasts and follow on Spotify!

In this episode, I chat with Kevin Sanders about his life in the 70's. He covers the odd pranks and funny toilet paper, firecracker, streaking stories of the 70's. We discuss concerning events of the 70's that can be in some ways comparable to today's difficult events and Kevin tells us what he does to bring peace into his life. Kevin gives great examples of what it was like to live in the 70's as a young adult! Were previous generations generally happier than we are today?". We'll let you decide. Highlights of the interview: (3:42) - Fighting For The Phone (8:12) - Making Plans At School (9:26) - Cassette Taping Process (12:14) - Popular Movies (14:30) - Embroidered Pants (16:16) - Dragging Down Main Street (16:56) - Ebola, Vietnam War, Shootings (18:43) - Music, Meditate and Pray (23:08) - Embarrassing Story (24:45) - Mental Health, Happiness And The Denim Couch Podcast -- Be sure to follow The Denim Couch Podcast on Instagram and Stefani Tanner on Facebook! -- You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcasts on Apple Podcasts and follow on Spotify!

In this episode, I sit down with Jolene to talk about her life in the 70's. She goes through stories of her life as a teenager covering night sheep herding dreams to wearing homemade leather accessories. Her stories are captivating and describe the life of a sweet and kind teenager enjoying school with friends and appreciating her mother's willingness to care so thoughtfully for her daughters.  Were previous generations generally happier than we are today?". We'll let you decide. Highlights of the interview: (5:05) - Real First Name (5:51) - Driving And Camping Everywhere (12:25) - Saving Up For A 10-Speed Bike (15:01) - Brother's Pick-Up (15:37) - School Was My Happy Place (17:24) - The Tightest Bell Bottom Jeans (19:38) - Her Kids Were Her Life (21:31) - We Were Always Outside (23:00) - Embarrassing Story (25:27) - Mental Health, Happiness And The Denim Couch Podcast -- Be sure to follow The Denim Couch Podcast on Instagram and Stefani Tanner on Facebook! -- You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcasts on Apple Podcasts and follow on Spotify!

In this episode, Peggy tells me about what it was like to live in the 70's. She talks about her experience in the city and compares it to life in a small town as she experienced High School in both. Peggy works as a therapist and shared her thoughts about the expectations for women's appearances in today's society which I found to be extremely valuable and has helped me already change my perspective on social media's pressures on society. Were previous generations generally happier than we are today?". We'll let you decide. Highlights of the interview: (1:34) - It Was Just Not Very Common (2:17) - "I Experienced All The Three Decades In My High School Experience" (4:31) - Slurpees With Soft Ice Cream On Top (5:51) - The School Mascot (9:43) - "Wow. There Really Is An End To This" (12:21) - Loving Knee High Socks (15:51) - Relationships (19:28) - Pregnancy And Pressures On Women (27:41) - Embarrassing Story (29:56) - Mental Health, Happiness And The Denim Couch Podcast -- Be sure to follow The Denim Couch Podcast on Instagram and Stefani Tanner on Facebook! -- You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcasts on Apple Podcasts and follow on Spotify!