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Nothing Staticbig reflections, so little timeThe last episode of 2024 is here! Kati and Gio look back at their favorite episodes this year and tease a bit of what's to come in 2025.2024-12-2725 minNothing Static30 lessons for gio's 30thIt's officially here: Gio is exiting his 20s this week with a motivational bang. He shares his top 30 lessons learned during his 20s. P.S. Kati found the episode inspiring, so you might as well. Tune in!2024-12-1257 minNothing Staticmerry or scary, pt. 2: christmas and new years (sorta)Kati and Gio are back to round out the 2024 holiday traditions. New Years Eve doesn't get much love, but we'll leave it at that! Tune in.2024-12-0535 minNothing Staticmerry or scary: rating halloween and thanksgiving traditionsIt's Thanksgiving! Kati and Gio connect for Part 1 of 2 of our "smash or pass" holiday review episodes. Is trick-or-treating for older kids and adults scary? Is good ol' stuffing actually merry? Tune in.
Get in touch with us.2024-11-2859 minNothing Statica journey through addiction and transformationDrugs, alcohol and self medicating. For Ari Flores and Michael Kellerman, it's what kept them afloat but also weighed them down, taking them further and further away from the people they were trying to become. Do you need to hit rock bottom to make a change? Has pop culture helped or hurt awareness? And is it even best practice to ask someone about an addiction when you may not know what's going on? We talk about transformation, what it's like to get to the other side, and more. Tune in.2024-11-141h 12Nothing Statictrend or trailblaze: can they coincide?Some people say viral trends are stunting creativity and individuality despite what social media tells us. Is that true, and should we know about the origin of a trend before participating in one? We dive into the topic with longtime friend and trend expert (our words, though she may not disagree) Linnea Grace Johnson to analyze the bubbling debate.
Get in touch with us.2024-10-241h 12Nothing Staticask me anything: the apps, how to be 'cool' and dinner plansKati is out sick this week, so Gio asked the Nothing Static audience what burning questions they had for the show's first "ask me anything" episode. Tune in.2024-10-1731 minNothing Staticthe power of pause: lessons from a recovering runner ft. brad neuerburgRemember our May episode with pro-am runner Brad Neuerburg? Well, it turns out the Boston Marathon did more than just aggravate a strained hamstring. For the last several months, Brad hasn't been able to run at all, dealing with what he says have been three distinct phases of his grief cycle. Kati and Gio caught up with him after his first couple weeks back running – albeit slowly. Tune in.
Get in touch with us.2024-10-101h 02Nothing Staticsettling into not settling inFor many of us, getting older often means having a more defined vision and roadmap for life goals. But as friend of the show Kirstie Campbell Breitfuss argues, going on a free-spirited “happiness quest” can be just as rewarding and mindful. The three talk about the art of self-discovery, expectations of growing up and whether being “go with the flow” is actually a sustainable practice or a social liability.
Get in touch with us.2024-10-0359 minNothing Staticbummer summer... jk we're backAfter a long summer that wasn't long enough, Kati and Gio are back on the mics. The two recap their travels, share exciting – and nerve-racking – news and dive deeper into the thing that surprised them the most about the season.
Get in touch with us.2024-09-2649 minNothing Staticschool's out for summer — and so are weMissed the show last week? Kati and Gio are officially on summer break. The two share more about their plans this season, dive back into summer's importance and give some tips as we head into big heatwave.
Get in touch with us.2024-07-0536 minNothing Staticwelcome to the u.s.a.The pod goes international this week – well, sorta –with guests from across the pond including Giovanni's girlfriend Tereza and UK pal Liv who both now live in America. The trio talk about some of the big differences between the U.S. and Europe including drinking culture, transportation woes and, of course, dating. Bonus: You'll learn what Gio's favorite British sauce is.
Get in touch with us.2024-06-2055 minNothing Staticbuilding a friendlier future ft. ryan rosenCan urban sculptures help solve the loneliness epidemic? This architectural designer thinks so. Ryan, founder of Friendly Futures, is on a mission to create a kinder world through sophisticated playgrounds for adults. The goal: Encourage more friendly interactions between strangers that could help change communities and redefine what it means to be pals with the people around you. We get into Ryan's journey, how he views friendship, the difference between "childish" and "child-like" and the "friendly futurization" of urban sprawl.
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Find Friendly Futures on instagram @f...2024-06-1357 minNothing Statica mystery-wrapped convoWelcome to the debut episode of Mystery-Wrapped! Remember those question mark-wrapped candies growing up, never knowing which flavor you’d get? Well, it’s kinda like that. In this new sub-series, we keep one host — and you — in the dark until the very last moment. Today’s surprise topic: I guess you’ll just have to find out…What secrets lie within? Can Kati decode the mystery theme before the episode ends? Tune in and find out!
Ask us a question.2024-06-0639 minNothing Statictodd barnett's run club revolutionSo you move across the country and start a new job, only to find out you and your colleagues were laid off later that same day because of a thing we would later call the pandemic. That's exactly what happened to athlete and entrepreneur Todd Barnett, who found a lifeline for others in creating what would become one of the largest fitness communities in San Diego. Todd shares some of the secrets to that success here. Two of the big ones, he says: Know who you are, and don't compromise on your principles. You can follow Pacific Beach Run...2024-05-301h 16Nothing Staticare we even really friends?Social media redefined what it meant to have friends. Now, anyone who's made a positive contribution to your life can be considered one... but should they? How might our understanding of friendship be contributing to the loneliness epidemic in the U.S.? Kati and Gio discuss and offer practical tips on making friends as an adult.2024-05-2358 minNothing Staticwhy you should actually care about frogsWe've seen 'em and maybe even dissected them, but frogs are more important to our ecosystem than you may think. Kati and Gio talk to San Diego Zoo wildlife biologist Spencer Siddons about when his obsession with amphibians started and the conservation efforts underway at the Safari Park. Spencer even leads the trio on a mini frog call workshop. Hop in, folks.2024-05-161h 27Nothing Static'remember your why': the joy of running ft. brad neuerburgRunning has its highs and lows just like a lot of physically challenging things in life. But as LSKD athlete Brad Neuerberg says, strengthening the mind is just as important as the body. Kati and Gio dive into Brad's journey after injury, his process for achieving goals and practical tips for beginning and seasoned runners alike. Is stretching before a run a bad thing, and are 5Ks actually harder than a marathon? Listen in. Follow Brad @brad_neuerburg.2024-05-091h 21Nothing Static‘it takes a bigger man to walk away’: defining modern masculinityWhat traits should a man have in the 21st century? It’s a question that continues to elicit different responses every few years, for better and for worse. As young men today struggle with loneliness and finding positive role models, we’re left with a society that isn’t living up to its fullest potential. Kati and Gio bring on friend Greyson Tracey to discuss an alternative path forward.2024-05-021h 10Nothing Staticwe’re not really strangers, pt.3It’s our final episode of our favorite game (for now). Is Kati a “sad girl” who falls in love easily? What does Gio’s instagram and fast-food choice say about him? That and more in the host’s latest unpredictable Q&A. Find Kati on instagram @katimitchell and Gio @giotaggin. 2024-04-251h 06Nothing Staticwe're not really strangers, pt. 2Spoiler alert: This is an emotional one. Kati and Gio dive a little deeper this episode, sharing stories of love, loss and laughter. How was Gio's blossoming relationship a case of right place, right time, and who's gotten Kati through the hardest times in her life? It just might be one of the hosts' favorite episodes yet.2024-04-1857 minNothing Staticwe're not really strangers, pt. 1Has Gio checked an ex's phone for evidence? Would Kati get a name tattooed on herself? Find out the answers to these questions and more in Nothing Static's first host Q&A episode. It may be more than you bargained for, but who's to judge?2024-04-1152 minNothing Static‘there’s a life after news’: a former tv reporter’s take on leaving the industryFor local Hawaii TV news reporter Lauren Day, the choice became clear: Hit a salary wall and become a mom while juggling the ebb and flow of breaking news, or take a risk leaving journalism in the pursuit of financial freedom and other personal life goals. It’s a decision many news professionals face at some point in their career and one that Lauren decided to tackle early on, effectively ending her dream of becoming a local reporter in Los Angeles. Tune in to an extremely relatable conversation for media professionals, creatives and working parents alike.2024-04-0451 minNothing Staticnote to self: actually listen to your bodyWe all know the sayings "trust your gut" and "go with your intuition," but how often do we actually follow through on them? And do we already have most of answers we need when it comes to our physical and mental health? Gio begins with a comeback-from-injury story that led to a second chance at competitive running. Kati then shares how listening to her body and getting off "the pill" was one of the best life decisions she's made. Nothing static, always learning.2024-03-281h 08Nothing Statica long walk down daily routine laneSpontaneity is great, but so is a thoughtful routine. This week, Kati and Gio dive into theirs, sharing products and practices that make them whole. Grab a cup of whatever makes you happy and get cozy.2024-03-211h 15Nothing Static’it’s you versus you’: why physical strength is sexy as told by women in CrossFitThe sport of CrossFit may seem intimidating to many, but for Megan Toronto and Kelsey Schulte, it’s become a core part of their life story and community. The two competitive athletes sat down with Kati and Gio to share their CrossFit journey (spoiler: they both started as runners and soccer players) and debunk the sport’s stereotypes. Megan and Kelsey also weighed in on the latest fitness movement toward low-intensity training and pilates and whether it poses a threat to gains in women’s body acceptance.2024-03-1458 minNothing Static'get off the apps': a mom and grandma's candid take on datingIt's an episode for the generations: Gio's mom Theresa, a Gen Xer and grandma Yvette, a Baby Boomer, join the show to discuss current dating trends and whether curious flirts should go back to the glory courting days of years prior. It's everything but static.2024-03-071h 00Nothing Staticresolutions, kati's 'no buy' month and having an additive mindsetWe're now two months into 2024 and two months removed from New Years resolutions. Are they effective or a problem? Plus, Kati shares one of her personal challenges for the year — going a month without buying nonessentials — and the latest research that suggests putting yourself in uncomfortable situations boosts will power. 2024-02-2952 minNothing Staticintros, social media in 2024, and your validation dietNothing Static is live! Learn more about Kati & Gio, the show and their goals as they discuss society's current relationship with social media and how having a "validation diet" may be a healthier way to live.2024-02-2334 min