Welcome to the Things That Shape Us podcast. My name is Jonathan Wymer and I'm joined by James Gary to discuss a various range of subjects that are all related to one idea: How those things shape our lives.

In this episode, James and I discuss two things that shaped our lives. First, I talk about the importance of good conversation in a time where "social distancing" is a thing that's shaping us. I talk about how a great conversation matters and is at an almost all-time high in this era of surging podcast creation. Second, James tells us how monetary wealth shapes him and the people around him. He goes deeper into discussing his own personal perspective on why being rich is not the form of wealth he chases as a goal in life. This is probably one of our most organic conversations and we spent it in the great outdoors.

ANNOUNCEMENT INCLUDED IN EPISODE: We are going to be bringing people onto the podcast starting on the 11th episode, but we'll still keep the SHAPE of our podcast, don't worry. It'll be for adding a little extra flavor and new perspectives into the conversation. Stay tuned!

Original Jingle & Logo by Lisa Wymer.
Edited by Jonathan Wymer.
Mixed and Designed by James Gary.

Welcome to the Things That Shape Us podcast. My name is Jonathan Wymer and I'm joined by James Gary to discuss a various range of subjects that are all related to one idea: How those things shape our lives.

In this episode, James and I discuss two things that shaped our lives. First, James tells the tale of how he arrived at film school and the effect that the higher education system had on his pursuit for greater knowledge . Second, I put us in a very abstract discussion about escapism when it comes to video games and the effects it has on our relationships with friends and family. Parts get oddly heated but the purpose is the same: to see how these things have shaped us.

Original Jingle & Logo by Lisa Wymer.
Edited by Jonathan Wymer.
Mixed and Designed by James Gary.

Welcome to the Things That Shape Us podcast. My name is Jonathan Wymer and I'm joined by James Gary to discuss a various range of subjects that are all related to one idea: How those things shape our lives.

In this episode, James and I discuss two things that shaped our lives. First, James talks about his beard, growing a beard, and the benefits of having one in the first place. And how his beard is integral to his personality and its effect on his friendships. Second, I tell the tale of the first two dead bodies I've come across in my lifetime. I attempt to explain my perspective on experiencing someone else's death and how it shapes my view of the world at such a young age. A strange and silly episode is ahead.

Original Jingle & Logo by Lisa Wymer.
Edited by Jonathan Wymer.
Mixed and Designed by James Gary.

Welcome to the Things That Shape Us podcast. My name is Jonathan Wymer and I'm joined by James Gary to discuss a various range of subjects that are all related to one idea: How those things shape our lives.

In this episode, James and I discuss two things that shaped our lives. First, I open up about my choice to become VEGAN, and what that decision lead to in sticking to a plant-based diet. But I also talk about WHY I chose the lifestyle (which I explain why it's more than a diet) and why I've kept to it for almost two years. Second, James explains the different levels of friendship and camaraderie he integrated into his social life. It has shaped how he chooses to share specific details of his life with others and how that mutual understanding can be a positive in having a well-rounded perspective on the world around us.

 Original Jingle & Logo by Lisa Wymer.
 Edited by Jonathan Wymer.
 Mixed and Designed by James Gary.

Welcome to the Things That Shape Us podcast. My name is Jonathan Wymer and I'm joined by James Gary to discuss a various range of subjects that are all related to one idea: How those things shape our lives.

In this episode, James and I discuss two things that shaped our lives. First, James shares a story of how Christian Rock (Specifically DC Talk and Newsboys) shaped his perspective on the inspiration of music and how it helped create segues into other genres. Second, I share my opinion on how most of the world's individuals could not cope with physically being alone in the quiet and absence of other people, especially during this day and age of technology. I also explain the importance of learning to be alone and try my best to define the distinction between "being alone" and "loneliness".

Original Jingle & Logo by Lisa Wymer.
Edited by Jonathan Wymer.
Mixed and Designed by James Gary.

Welcome to the Things That Shape Us podcast. My name is Jonathan Wymer and I'm joined by James Gary to discuss a various range of subjects that are all related to one idea: How those things shape our lives.

In this episode, James and I discuss two things that shaped our lives. First, I wanted to share my current reading experience with Frank Herbert's DUNE and how the author presents inner monologues and a potential love for silence to shape his characters. Second, James Gary delves deep into a story of gratitude in which he describes the moment that a teacher reignited his passion for reading and writing.

Original Jingle & Logo by Lisa Wymer.
Edited by Jonathan Wymer.
Mixed and Designed by James Gary.

Welcome to the Things That Shape Us podcast. My name is Jonathan Wymer and I'm joined by James Gary to discuss a various range of subjects that are all related to one idea: How those things shape our lives.

In this episode, James and I discuss two things that shaped our lives. First, James describes a life-shaping moment when he first discovered the book The Gunslinger by Stephen King (as part of the Dark Tower Series) and how it changed his perspective on reading. Second, I chose to reveal how a feature film screenplay that I wrote affected my view on screenwriting and how it had a positive affect on my personal relationships.

Original Jingle & Logo by Lisa Wymer.
Edited by Jonathan Wymer.
Mixed and Designed by James Gary.

Welcome to the Things That Shape Us podcast. My name is Jonathan Wymer and I'm joined by James Gary to discuss a various range of subjects that are all related to one idea: How those things shape our lives.

In this episode, James and I discuss two things that shaped our lives. First, I bring a book to the table, The King in Yellow by Robert W. Chambers and we discuss its effect of cosmic horror and its inspiration to the world renowned author, H.P. Lovecraft. Secondly, James describes his military background as means to creating a perspective on duty and work ethic, something he has coined as Framing.

Original Jingle & Logo by Lisa Wymer.
Edited by Jonathan Wymer.
Mixed and Designed by James Gary.