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Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp 210 Final FinaleWelcome to the final episode of Threads Podcast: Life Unfiltered. In this episode, Jason and Mike (and Ben) reflect on the highs and lows of their journey and share one thing they wish they could have done differently on the show. They also have a special surprise, as Mike has a sentimental gift for Jason.As we come to the end of this podcast, we cannot help but think about the moments that have defined our time together. We have shared our stories, laughed, cried, and learned so much from each other and our guests. However, looking b...2023-03-061h 53Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 209 Why is it so hard to make and keep friends as an adult?Ep. 209 Why is it so hard to make and keep friends as an adult?Episode Summary:Dawn Taylor welcomes Jason Tieri, host of Threads Podcast, to the show to dive into why adult friendships are difficult. From childhood trauma blocking adult connections to a lack of properly communicated expectations, Dawn and Jason break down why adult friends are hard to come by. Episode Notes:Dawn Taylor welcomes Jason Tieri, host of Threads Podcast, to the show to dive into why adult friendships are difficult. From childhood trauma blocking adult c...2023-02-271h 01Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 207 Jason Joins Joe P on the RE Choice podcast and talks about recalibration.Ep. 207 Jason Joins Joe on the RE Choice podcast and talks about recalibration. Link to the original Ep. The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much for supporting the show.Our 1st Sponsor! Ervine's Auto Repair & Grand Rapids Hybrid They are the best in the business for car repair. Call them at 532-6600...2023-02-1337 minThreads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 206 Mike and Jason (two white dudes) talk about how black men are not safe from cops; Jason is a victim of a racial slur; Did Mike’s honking incident cross the line?Mike and Jason (two white dudes) talk about Tyre Nichols and how it seems to them that black men are not safe from cops.And in a kinda related incident Jason gets called a racial slur while partying down in Florida. And Mike wants you all to weigh in on whether he crossed the line in a honking incident.The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing...2023-02-0657 minThreads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 205 Jason Resigns from Lucrative Career; Mike’s Quest for Expensive Workout Gear; Jason Implores Mike to Be a Pastor to HimThe story follows the journey of two friends, Jason and Mike, as they navigate life's challenges. Jason, feeling unfulfilled in his successful career, decides to leave it behind and seek new opportunities. On the other hand, Mike is focused on obtaining expensive workout gear, reflecting his materialistic priorities. However, Jason reaches out to Mike and asks him to take on the role of a mentor and guide, providing support as he embarks on his new journey. The story highlights themes of self-discovery, change, and the value of having a supportive friend or mentor.The2023-01-301h 10Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 204 Mike Decides to Become a Libertarian after a Gas Stove Debate; Jason is a Rock Star Bus Driver; And Jason Gets Hit by a Car…AGAINThis one gets off to a really rough start, such a rough start that those listening live weren’t sure that it would even be a show.But Mike and Jason rallied and pulled off a pretty decent show. And Jason had so many good points at the end about asthma and gas stoves that Mike has decided to become a libertarian and will vote for Justin Amash as President. The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to...2023-01-231h 06Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 203 Uncovering the Truth About an Orthodontist: A 39-Hour Journey to Recovery and a Deep Dive into Ottawa County's CorruptionEp. 203 The perverted orthodontist; 39 hours in bed; And what the heck Ottawa CountyJason and Mike have a ton to discuss this week. Especially Jason, we almost named this episode “The Jason Show” but Mike knows that if that happens Jason will get a huge head and never be humble again.The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so m...2023-01-1659 minThreads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 202 Mike and Jason lose their cool; Jason was weirded out during Mike’s special moment; And a Ben update Ep. 202 Mike and Jason lose their cool; Jason was weirded out during Mike’s special moment; And a Ben update Jason and Mike hold back no punches as a new season of Threads Podcast: Life Unfiltered begins. Mike and Jason take some time to catch up and are super vulnerable about some moments that happened to them during December.The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. L...2023-01-091h 10Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 201 Jason Wants Meaghan to Make Friends; Natalie and Meaghan Set the Record Straight…Again; And You Will Never Guess Mike’s Favorite Holiday FoodYes...it's THAT episode. The episode where things get a little crazy and usually Jason gets picked on. You guessed it, it's the one where Meaghan and Natalie join Jason and Mike. Which means it's the season finale. And once again, it's a DOOZY. The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much for supporting the show.2022-11-281h 11Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 200 Celebrating 13,000+ Minutes of Unfiltered Dialogue; Should Jason and Mike Start an Only Fans; and Jason Has a BIG AnnouncementIt’s FINALLY here, Episode 200!!! We are joined by some good friends who want to celebrate this moment with us.Join us as we celebrate and for some more unfiltered dialogue.The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much for supporting the show.Our 1st Sponsor! Ervine's Auto Repair & Grand Rapids Hybrid They are th...2022-11-211h 11Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 199 Mike's Been Getting Attacked at Night; Jason is the Dad of the Year; The Office for the WinMike gets super vulnerable in this episode. It's been a tough couple of weeks for Mike opens up about it to Jason. And Jason wants to know how he can support Mike through this time.Also, Jason has a huge dad win and gets to brag (in a good way) about it.The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always...2022-11-1400 minThreads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 198 Jason Meets Mike’s Mom; Mike Conquered COVID; And Dealing with Election StressEp. 198 Jason Meets Mike’s Mom; Mike Conquered COVID; And Dealing with Election StressMike is BACK!!! COVID could not hold Mike down and he is back in the studio with Jason.Jason and Mike have a lot to catch up on, including Jason meeting Mike’s mom.And with the elections upon us, it is easy to stress, Mike and Jason talk about their stress with this upcoming election and read this article.The episode where Mike and I disagree a whole lot on the issue of Abortion and Women's righ...2022-11-0757 minThreads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 197 Meaghan joins Jason because Mike has the vid, Jason has a new job and not so great blood work.Ep. 197 Meaghan joins Jason because Mike has the vid, Jason has a new job and not-so-great blood work.This was a fun episode to record with my beautiful hot wife. Things we talked aboutDear AbbyTying up loose threads- Jason's shop week issues and Meaghan's issue with Jason at the race.Stories of the week. Jason is a Grandville school employee, Meaghan is doing IF with Jason, and it's working. Jason's blood work isn't great. A recap of the cabin trip and Meaghan and Jason are reading a new book together: The Love Prescription Se...2022-10-311h 00Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 196 Half Marathon Results; Jason's Work Frustrations; And is Jason Really Done with TherapyJason and Mike didn't let a little (a lot for Mike) soreness stop them from recapping the race. And of course, that's not all Mike and Jason talked about. Jason spills some tea about his frustrations at work. And Patreon Joe joins for trivia and you will never guess who wins.The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much...2022-10-241h 16Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 195 Jason Drops a Mental Health Bomb; Mike Was Wrong Last Episode; Mike and Jason Give Great Advice to ‘Baffled in Texas’Ep. 195 Jason Drops a Mental Health Bomb; Mike Was Wrong Last Episode; Mike and Jason Give Great Advice to ‘Baffled in Texas’Don’t miss this episode. Jason shared some HUGE mental health news. Mike and Jason share some race predictions. And Jason and Mike give out some great advice.The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much f...2022-10-171h 00Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 194 Proud Dad Moments for Jason and Mike; Jason Calls Out a Bully; And Patreon Kate Battles Mike in TriviaEp. 194 Proud Dad Moments for Jason and Mike; Jason Calls Out a Bully; And Patreon Kate Battles Mike in Trivia.In the first-ever segment of ‘Phone a Patreon’ there is a trivia battle between Patreon Kate and Mike. Who will win?Also, Jason and Mike share some proud dad moments they had.And Jason…whelp Jason stands up for his friends and calls out a bully.All of this and more is included in this episode.The Patreon page is live and we would love f...2022-10-1057 minThreads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 193 Is Jason an Atheist; Mike Gets Fat Shamed; And Can We Please Stop Talking About Jason’s BladderAfter creating promo audio for another show, Jason and Mike sit down and are a little slap happy.And somehow the show ends up talking about things found on TikTok. Talk about a TikTok problem. You’re probably not gonna wanna miss this episode.The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much for supporting the show.2022-10-0353 minThreads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 192 Jason’s Bladder Issue; What’s Up with Mike’s Screen Time; An ER Visit; And Parenting Teens in the Age of TechnologyHave you ever wanted Mike to burn Jason so bad that Jason is quiet for 6 seconds?If so, this episode is for you. And if not, this episode is still for you cause there is a lot of awesome content in it.The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much for supporting the show.2022-09-2656 minThreads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 191 Jason’s Dog Battles a Skunk & Mike’s Absurd Amount of Screen TimeThis episode has it all. The story of Jason's race. What happened when Jason's dog battled a skunk. And Mike realizing that maybe, just maybe his screen time has gotten out of control.Links Mentioned on the Show:Cap/No Cap15 Inspirational Mental Health Quotes Things That Can Affect Our Mental HealthFoodBest diet for mental health: Can certain foods help?Social MediaSocial Media May Be Affecting Your Mental Health. Here's How to...2022-09-1958 minThreads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 190 Mike Shares a Bombshell and Jason Wins an AwardAfter a season break, Jason and Mike sit down and catch up on life.Mike shares a bombshell that has rocked his world and is gonna alter his future.And Jason shares about his prize-winning run.The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much for supporting the show.Our 1st Sponsor...2022-09-1259 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 189 || The ladies (Natalie and Meaghan) take over and gang up on Jason and Mike laughs his butt off the whole timeWhat’s a better way to end the season than to bring our wives on to tell all???Nothing absolutely nothing, or at least Mike thinks so. Jason got picked on a lot by Natalie and Meaghan, so he may not think so.This episode will have you laughing and if not…whelp we might have to question your sense of humor…jk.The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some a...2022-07-291h 02
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 188 || Conquering the deck, birthday parties, no breakfast made, and extra edgy bearded dudesJason and Mike sit down for the last Personal Format of Season 2. Jason gets his wish with another segment of AITA.Mike is proud of how he conquered his ADD in his last home project.The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much for supporting the show.Subscribe to the newsletter...2022-07-221h 00
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 186 || Jason bares all & Mike recalls his National Lampoon’s Vacation-esque return trip from ColoradoMike’s back from Colorado so Mike and Jason break down Mike’s trip to Colorado. And Jason wants to revisit the sex talk from last week’s episode.Links from the episode:-A Colorado city unbans ice cream-Bobby Bonilla keeps getting paid-Netflix show: Keep Sweet: Pray & Obey The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As...2022-07-0854 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 185 || Meaghan and Megan sit down with Jason and talk parenting, adulting and even sexIt is finally here! The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much for supporting the show.Jason sits down with his wife Meaghan and our friend Megan and talk all things adulting, mental health, and even some sex.Subscribe to the newsletter so you don't miss anything we do, plus we drop bonus...2022-07-011h 26
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 184 || Mike gets decimated and humbled; Jason is hardcore bumming; and beard hair slivers are a thing…apparentlyIt is finally here! The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much for supporting the show.Jason and Mike sit down for a Personal Format Episode and dig deep into their past few weeks and into each other’s lives. They talk about the good, bad, and ugly of the Tough Mudder race.Su...2022-06-2446 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 183 || How do Jason and Mike nurture their mental health & why doesn’t dog food taste like dog treatsIt is finally here! The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much for supporting the show.Jason and Mike sit down and get vulnerable about the history of their mental health and how they are currently nurturing their mental health.And you won’t want to miss out on the first-ever Moot Musing segment....2022-06-1757 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 182 || Rethinking Christianity; Mike refused to wear orange; Jason is frustrated with his kidsIt is finally here! The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much for supporting the show.After Jason and Mike catch up about life and all that they have on, they interview Blake Fine who is the creator and host of the ReThinking Christianity Podcast.Blake gets vulnerable about his struggles with the white evangelical Christianity...2022-06-101h 01
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 181 || Mike Wants to BAN Guns and Jason Doesn’tIt is finally here! The Patreon page is live and we would love for you to support us! There are 3 different tiers to support us and each comes with some amazing perks. Learn more now! As always thank you so much for supporting the show.After catching up after a long weekend, Jason and Mike discuss the school shooting in Uvalde and the problem of school shootings in general.Jason and Mike have differing views on what should be done and have unfiltered dialogue about...2022-06-031h 07
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 180 || Jason processes a gigantic screw-up; glitter poop discovered; Mike wants to be like Jesus and flip some tablesJason and Mike sit down for the first Personal Format show of the season.After some talk about glitter poop, Jason reveals a gigantic screw-up in his life and spends some time processing it on the show. After that Mike wants to be like Jesus and flip some tables over.Articles and Videos Mentioned in the Show:Glitter Pooping Jelly FishThe Video that is Causing Mike to Want to Flip Some TablesSubscribe to the newsletter so you don't miss anything we do, plus we drop bonus content in each newsletter!2022-05-2751 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 178 || Rekindling a Friendship…not the one you think.Ep. 178 || Rekindling a Friendship…not the one you thinkIn the last regular episode of last season (Episode 173) Jason and Mike talk about how their friendship has been neglected. We both had been so busy with life and podcasting that our friendship had been neglected.Whelp, over the “break” between seasons, we had plans to spend some time hanging out together and not have it be business, BUT life got in the way.So, in this episode, Jason and Mike sit down and catch up on life…and hopefully start to rekindle their friendshi...2022-05-0657 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 174 || Meaghan and Jason break down what their check in's are and have a hell of a good time doing it!Ep. 174 || Meaghan and Jason break down what their check-in is and have a hell of a good time doing it.We are on a break! Just a reminder we are on a break until May. You will still get content, but it won't be the regular stuff you typically get from us.You have heard over the last 6 months or so, Jason talking about his check-ins with Meaghan. They sit down today and talk about how they started, and impactful they have been to their relationship.Subscribe to the newsletter so you don't...2022-04-0143 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 171 || Nuking God's PlanNukes. God’s Plan. Sniffing Waffles. Flare Guns. Getting Lost in Space.What do all of these seemingly random things have in common? They are all part of an uncomfortable, YET amazing conversation that Jason and Mike have. At first, we were anxious to have the conversation, yet by the end, we were so happy that we had an uncomfortable conversation about the will of God.And of course, Jason and Mike went off on some tangents, but let’s be honest, tangents are sometimes where the best conversations happen.Whether you a...2022-03-1158 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 170 || Finding Inner Peace: Setting Boundaries, Taking a Break from Alcohol & Weed, & Trying to Find a Good TherapistWhelp, that was fun.The guys had so much fun hanging out with Chris Tallon. From the very beginning, the show was a mixture of fun & thoughtfulness.Even trivia was a mixture of fun & thoughtfulness.When the guys got into the meat of hanging out with Chris they discussed his upcoming book, which sounds like it’s gonna be an amazing read. Jason and Mike hope Chris does an author read audiobook, because what’s better than a great book being read to you by the author.Jason & Chris have some air...2022-03-041h 11
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 169 || Grieving the Loss of a FriendshipHave you ever lost someone or something that was extremely important to you? How did you experience grief? How did you process the grief? How are you still processing the grief?As Jason and Mike sit down to catch up in this “personal format” episode, they talk about how they are processing the loss of their friendship with Ben. Jason and Mike have been processing this loss in different ways and yet have come to similar places. And after processing this loss Mike is convinced that there is one last thing he needs to do.2022-02-251h 03
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 168 II Striving for self-improvement through doing our work and killing comfortKeep the Faith. Do Your Work. Live Life Unfiltered.Jason and Mike describe what these words mean to them and Mike even admits that he was originally wrong about one of the phrases and now actually likes it. And to make things even better the guys don’t stop with what these words mean to them, but how living out these words has helped them improve and become a better version of themselves. And then to top it off Jason & Mike share how these words can help others become the best version of themselves....2022-02-1857 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 167 || Homeless expert schools Jason & Mike on what we got wrong and what we can do to help.A couple of weeks ago Jason and Mike spouted their thoughts on homelessness and poverty. And they quickly realized that they wanted to talk to an expert.Enter Terri Caldwell, an emerging voice (and expert) in West Michigan about homelessness and generational poverty. Terri brought so much wisdom and heart to the discussion about homelessness and generational poverty. And while Terri is cautious about considering herself an expert, the guys quickly realize that Terri is indeed an expert.Multiple times throughout the conversation Terri gives Jason the chills with...2022-02-1159 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 166 || Airing of the GrievancesAs Jason and Mike sit down to catch up they realize that they both had some huge wins these past couple of weeks AND a couple of places they want to improve.But then the real fun begins, they air their grievances with each other. And not because they want to be jerks to each other, but because they want to be better friends and be the best that they can be.From there they dive into an article about how to help them foster good mental health in...2022-02-0455 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 165 || Two Idiots (Jason & Mike) Talk About HomelessnessFor the past few months, Jason has been seeing the same guy begging on the street corner while wearing Jordans.So after a rousing round of Smart A** trivia questions, Jason and Mike dive into homelessness.While Mike and Jason are not experts on homelessness they share their unfiltered views and process where those views may have come from. And try to figure out some practical solutions, that leave one of us very uncomfortable.They quickly determine that they need to bring in an expert in the future to help them navigate this...2022-01-2856 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 164 || Jason and Mike mess up in some key relationships, what is heaven like, and the water challenge update.Ep. 164 || Jason and Mike mess up in some key relationships, what is heaven like, and the water challenge update.Jason and Mike sit down to check in with each other, hold each other accountable, and maybe, just maybe get lost in the weeds about a faith topic that has perplexed both of them.Along the way, we discover many things about Jason and Mike. We discover that Mike is very strict about the water challenge and may end up in the doghouse for how he talks about it. We also discover that Jason had a...2022-01-211h 01
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 163 || Jason discovers that he is Mike's hero, 2021 reflections and 2022 predictionsEp. 163 || Jason discovers that he is Mike's hero, 2021 reflections and 2022 predictionsBefore Jason and Mike rip the covers off 2021 and process the good, bad, and ugly of what they did in 2021, they battle in The Office trivia for a second time. You may remember that Mike dominated last time. Will the results be different this time???After some good laughs, Jason and Mike get serious and examine how they personally did in 2021.Then Jason and Mike make some bold predictions for each other in 2022. Will they be right? There’s only one way...2022-01-1457 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 161 || Jason's fav. 2021 episode: Mental health tips and tricks!Happy New year! While Ben and Jason are out enjoying the holidays and taking a break from recording, we are pulling out their favorite episodes of the year and sharing them with you. Here is Jason's favorite 2021 episode, where we talk about mental health tips and tricks. After the holidays, and after covid, you probably could stand to address your mental health. Let us know how that goes by reaching out to us on social media or by emailing hello@threadspodcast.com!--You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt...2021-12-3157 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 157 || Processing the death of Jason's mom, Mike understands Jason's faith challenges and needs a tribe, and Ben gets unfiltered about his anxietyMike joins us this month as we sit down and press record. These episodes are sure to be a treat, like eavesdropping on the conversations among good friends. All three of the guys open up with varying levels of vulnerability... and one of them even sheds a tear or two! Bet you can't guess who!-----You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt, or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you are in your own story - there's something for everyone...2021-12-031h 06
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 156 || Jason shares about his mom's impending death, Ben talks about the things he's learning in odd places, and both share what they are grateful forThis was a hard episode. Jason's mom, who was abusive to him and his siblings growing up, was on death's doorstep as we recorded this episode. We hope that Jason's transparency and honesty about the situation is helpful to other adult children of abusive parents who are nearing death.We also chatted about a book that Ben is reading for work, and why it's so hard for Ben to be "told" what to do. Ben also talked about the TV drama A Million Little Things and how it is not his usual show. We wrap u...2021-11-261h 04
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 152 || Ben & Jason get into it about Ben going to weekly therapyRecently, Ben made the decision to stop going to seeing his therapist weekly. Out of care and concern for his bestie, Jason questioned whether that was the right move. This conversation came to a head when the guys sat down to record, and they inadvertently recorded this episode in addition the planned one!-----You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt, or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you are in your own story - there's something for everyone on this...2021-10-2921 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 151 || Listener takes over as host! Who knows the other better, Ben or Jason? Preferred ways to die, what the church sucks at doing, jazz flutes, and more crazy fun!David Tiesma, friend of the show and host of the Watch Your Mouth Podcast, takes over as host of Threads on this episode. We start out with a game to see who knows the other person better, Ben or Jason. Any guesses who won?? Then, David led us through a discussion in which we answered questions of varying depth. Though it was admittedly weird to turn over the reins as hosts, Ben and Jason had a great time recording this episode. Special thanks to David for making this happen! Check out his show, Watch Your Mouth Podcast, a...2021-10-221h 14
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 149 || Mental health & life insurance, loss of pets, seasonal affective disorder, what do 'keep the faith' and 'do your work' mean?Jason and Meaghan are enjoying improved communication after hitting a rough patch. Ben's feeling the impacts of season affective disorder. Both Ben & Jason share the highs and lows from their fitness journey. What ramifications should you consider when seeking mental health therapy? Does it have an impact on life insurance policies? https://www.docrich.com/insurance_cautions.shtmlDid Rudy Giuliani really use biased hyper right-wing material he read on Facebook as a major component of his defense case? https://www.businessinsider.com/rudy-guiliani-says-he-got-election-fraud-evidence-from-facebook-2021-10What happens if you make a m...2021-10-081h 16Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 146 || Ben and Jason talk about a stolen bike, relationship dynamics, rage, and a dead body.Buckle up, this episode is a bit of a doozy! Ben and Jason catch up on life and along the way debrief some challenges they encountered in their friendship. Listen in as Ben shares how his bike was stolen, and returned! Jason shares about how things are going in his relationships as he seeks to be more calm and level headed. The guys also explore some ongoing conversations between them and their friend Mike, who Ben went to college with. Ben and Jason wrap things up by giving a mental health update. Ben went completely off script, w...2021-09-171h 15
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 142 || One of us has covid, the other is overwhelmed. Ben talks about ending therapy - for now. Wrestling intro songs and what makes Jason feel alive (or not)Listen in as we record remotely - thanks covid. We had a great conversation digging into why it is difficult for Jason to identify a time when he felt most alive. Ben talks church and plays a clip from that day's church service. Jason shares about the intentional work he and Meaghan are doing to improve their relationship - even when it is hard. We ask each other 2 questions and enjoy putting the other on the spot to answer without any time to think. --- You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with d...2021-08-201h 15
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 139 || Mike and Jason (Ben is on vacation) sit down for a personal format episode and talk beards, Tupelo Honey, how we fight like girls, and break room therapy.Ben is on vacation so Mike and Jason sit down for a personal format episode and talk beards, Tupelo Honey, how we fight like girls, and break room therapy. Jason gets pretty vulnerable and talks about something in his past that changed a lot of things in his life. Mike talks about his dad and the struggle he had with him growing up. --- You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt, or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't m...2021-07-301h 09
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 137 || Hot Topics with Mike, Jason, and Ben: burnout, poking fun of "Christians," and outlawing hunting in OregonMike VanDrie joins us to talk about current events and catch up on the happenings in our own lives. We cover the gamut -- when competition doesn't feel friendly, angry Mike, and Jason talks about going to church! After some amazing banter, we jump into the meat of this episode and tackle some current events. Ben brought an article about post-COVID burnout to the table, Jason showed us a video that we spent a lot of time unpacking, and Mike informed us of the ridiculous hunting/fishing prohibition law that is being considered in Oregon! ...2021-07-161h 14
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 136 || Jason's diagnosis, Ben's "judgment" of Jason, couples therapy, why Ben is anxious about hackers, and the moonwalking bear makes his returnJason was recently diagnosed with a pretty serious physical condition. Meanwhile, he and Meaghan hit a tricky spot in their communication. Ben found out he was hacked, and dealt with hackers at work after the fourth of July break. Ben and Jason talk through some perceived judgment that Jason felt coming from Ben. Things get a bit uncomfortable but are resolved in the end. You'll hear a bit of memory lane (including the moonwalking bear) as we revisit bits of Episode 4. --- You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt wi...2021-07-091h 02
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 132 || Ben and Jason ask each other some loaded questions, celebrate a listener's win, and get real about their shortcomingsBen and Jason took turns asking each other some challenging questions of one another, and answered honestly even though it was uncomfortable. We celebrate a listener who has been taking some significant bold steps in therapy with her husband. Listen in as we get gut level honest with each other about our exciting wins, painful losses, and everything in between. --- You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you...2021-06-111h 25
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 130 || Friendship can be hard to come by for men, but it can also be so life giving. Listen as we chat with our friend Larry about men & friendship.Friendship can be hard to come by for men in their 30's and 40's. Work and family responsibilities often keep dudes from building meaningful friendships with other guys. Ben & Jason chat with their friend Larry about ways they've been able to forge meaningful friendships. To wrap up the show, Larry turns the table and interviews Ben & Jason on the spot! We hope our friendship and conversation inspires you to build more meaningful friendships. ------- You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or a...2021-05-281h 31
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 129 || Physical vs. Mental Health: Stressed nurses making preventable medical errors, vicious cycle of obesity and depression, UK vs.US focus on mental healthMental health is often discussed at length on the show, but rarely is physical health talked as often. Since early this year, Ben, Jason, and Mike have been on a journey towards better physical health. Along the way, they've been learning some valuable lessons and gaining insights about the connection between physical activity and improved mental health. This connection is something that has been observed in the healthcare field with nurses. During the pandemic, nurses were stressed out and suffering poor mental health conditions. This resulted in more preventable medical errors. Ben, Jason, and Mike a...2021-05-211h 05
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 128 || Talking to kids about sex, Mother's Day debrief, paternity results, filtered early days of ThreadsListen in as Ben & Jason bravely discuss challenging and uncomfortable conversations like: How is Mother’s Day for both of us? Update on Jason's unexpected paternity test results How to talk to your kids about the birds and the bees The early days of Threads when we were ironically pretty filtered ------- You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you are in your own story - there's something for everyone on this show!...2021-05-141h 20
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 127 || Jason & Mike revisit the American flag in church conversation and Jason calls Mike to the carpet about therapy.Join us on this Personal Update episode as Mike and Jason revisit a conversation from Episode 2 about the American flag in church. Jason ends up changing his mind by acknowledging that Ben may have been right about the flag in his church all along. Jason also encourages Mike to try therapy, but Mike is hesitant. Listen in as Jason peer pressures him to go. Will Mike choose to go to therapy? This is the first time Mike has been on the show as a co-host. You'll hear the story of how he "fan-girled" his way...2021-05-071h 18
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 124 || Revisiting Episode 1, then: Isolation & Anxiety, Trouble at Work, Friendship Interrupted, and Anti-Mission Trip Discussion!NEW SEGMENT: Listen in as we revisit our pilot episode of Threads! It was somewhat hard to listen to, and Ben & Jason both admit that they weren't entirely authentic/transparent/vulnerable in this first episode. Join us as we recap the last few weeks. Ben feels isolated working from home, and has been experiencing heightened anxiety. Jason got in trouble at work. Ben & Jason talk about the dynamics of a friendship they have with Threadie Mike. ----- You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or any...2021-04-161h 30
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 122 || Our wives sit down for an open conversation about our mental health. It's raw, it's real, but most importantly it's honest. Jason reveals the results of his paternity test.Listen in as our wives Meaghan and Andi join us to collectively share stories of our triumphs and failures, laugh together at ourselves, and learn from one another's experiences. Join us as we explore the highs and lows of our mental health as we balance marriage, kids, work and everything in between. Jason reveals the results of the paternity test. You know how you feel when you have a really good conversation with someone? That's what we want to do for people who are struggling. We want them to feel seen, heard and understood. And we hope t...2021-04-021h 26
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 121 || Cash bail, on the road parenting, and a reckoning in Jason's family of originBen and Jason sit down to recap the last couple of weeks, which were definitely loaded to the brim with challenges. Jason found out some crazy news about his family of origin -- and decided to start doing some research in order to settle rumors that were floating around. Meanwhile, Ben had a difficult week as a dad, but ultimately found a meaningful way to connect with his daughter. Listen as Jason challenges Ben about how much (or how little) he shares about his therapy sessions, something that led to an "off the mic" conversation after we stopped recording...2021-03-261h 16
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 118 || New job, cannabis & other brain altering substances, and why church?Ben opens up about the anxiety he felt leading up to first week of new job. Ben & Jason discuss Ben's pettiness in response to a trigger from his childhood. Jason talks about the hills and valleys of seeking psychiatric help, which leads into a conversation about cannabis. Jason & Ben close by sharing why the each decided to volunteer in their churches, and why they attend church in the first place. NEW: If Threads has become a meaningful resource for you, consider saying thanks by taking part in our Buy Me a Coffee supporter platform. You can buy...2021-03-051h 06
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 116 || Dawn Taylor: Ass Kicker & Hope Giver joins Ben & Jason in the deep end of conversationOur new friend (and fellow badass) Dawn shares vulnerably about the sexual abuse she experienced as a child, and shares how dealing with her own trauma led her to become the "Ass Kicker, Hope Giver" that she is today. Listen in as Ben & Jason chat with Dawn about overcoming trauma, what to do when therapy isn't working, and how faith intersects with her approach. Dawn's commitment to her clients is to "challenge your thinking and broaden your awareness to help you achieve outstanding results" shows through strongly in this interview. You can find Dawn......2021-02-191h 07
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 115 || Jason’s friend and financial advisor Dave joins us to talk GameStop, retirement, and married vs. single financesJason’s longtime friend and financial advisor Dave helps you understand the GameStop craziness and explores the idea of gamble vs. investment. Dave also shares with you some financial wisdom but without the guilt, anxiety, or shame that such conversations usually lend themselves to. NEW: If Threads has become a meaningful resource for you, consider saying thanks by taking part in our Buy Me a Coffee supporter platform. You can buy a cup of joe for us, or you can choose to be a monthly supporter. Learn more at www.buymeacoffee.com/threadspodcast Thank you so m...2021-02-1248 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 114 || "The Fight" that almost killed Threads, discussing listener Q's, and getting real about our mental healthWell, we had another fight that about broke this thing we call Threads Podcast: Life Unfiltered. You could even say the podcast was hanging by a thread. Ben & Jason decided to work through the pain and brokenness, and found a stronger friendship on the other side. Jason shares about his mental health journey, and Ben admits that work really isn't going as well as he hoped it would. NEW: If Threads has become a meaningful resource for you, consider saying thanks by taking part in our Buy Me a Coffee supporter platform. You can buy a cup o...2021-02-051h 18
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 109 || Remembering 2020Take a walk down memory lane with your friends Ben & Jason and listen in to clips from our favorite episodes of 2020. Can't wait to be back with you again in 2021 with all new episodes! Highlighted in this episode: 1. Natalie Wanner shares about her experience with open marriage 2. Babita Spinelli talks about narcissism and helps Jason identify whether or not he is a narcissist 3. Julian Newman gets real about doubt, faith, and mental health 4. Friends Megan & Brandi give their response to the statement "a woman's place is in the home"2021-01-0149 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 105 || Jason stands up to family toxicity and Ben’s rough day at his new jobJason took some big moves in standing up for his family. Ben shares about a difficult day at his new job. Both give updates on their faith and mental health. Give it a listen and get caught up with your pals! Here’s the video about Mt. Sinai that Ben shared. Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get ou...2020-11-201h 29
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 102 || Big changes as fall rolls in, debriefing last week's episode about abortion, and Ben and Jason settle an argument/fight"All the trees are losing their leaves, and not one of them is worried." -Donald Miller Listen in as Ben and Jason share about things coming to an end and what new beginnings are taking their place. A few days before recording, Ben and Jason got into (yet another) heated argument. They decided to settle the score on the show. Don't miss it. To wrap up, the dynamic duo answers random discussion starter questions and has a surprisingly deep conversation! Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each a...2020-10-301h 08
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 99 || Ben & Jason share personal updates and chat about mental health, faith, and uncomfortable conversationAs we gear up for episode 100, Jason and I (Ben) sat down and had a conversation about where we find ourselves in life. We also took time to fill each of our content buckets to varying degrees. Listen in for an update on life and chatter about feedback from a new listener! Enjoy! Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever y...2020-10-091h 09
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 86 || Trump Church, Barbershop Mentoring, and Awkward Conversations on BoatsBen & Jason sit down for a post-4th-of-July episode. Listen in as they dive into the deep end and talk about Trump Church, mental health in the black community, and laugh at a couple uncomfortable conversations on boats. --- Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here You can find us on Facebook, Ins...2020-07-101h 14
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 81 || George Floyd. Please don’t forget his name. Ben and Jason talk about his murder and what we can do as people to educate each other on what racism is and how to prevent it.Ep. 81 || George Floyd. Please don't forget his name. Ben and Jason talk about his murder and what we can do as people to educate each other on racism. This was a really tough episode to do. As many of you know Ben has a black daughter so this hits home for him really hard. Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or w...2020-06-051h 09
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 79 || Ben has real problems, bike problems. Jason Is tired of F*#%& emails from his kids school and a AMA(Ask Me Anything)Ep. 79 || Ben has real problems, bike problems. Jason Is tired of F*#%& emails from his kid's school and an AMA(Ask Me Anything) Please go to threadspodcast.com/survey for a sweet treat for helping us out! Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and...2020-05-221h 27
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 78 || Psychodynamic Therapist Babita Spinelli Joins Ben & Jason for a Conversation about Narcissism and Mental HealthBabita Spinelli is a licensed therapist who practices in the greater NYC area. She takes a psychodynamic approach to therapy and focuses on attachment issues. Her key area of expertise is narcissism, and on this episode Babita fills Ben & Jason in on what narcissism looks like and how to engage with those who are narcissists. During the conversation, Jason felt a bit uncomfortable and wondered if he himself is a narcissist! Ben reassured Jason that if he truly was a narcissist, he wouldn't have the ability to notice that in himself. Babita further calmed Jason's nerves by saying we...2020-05-1531 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 77 || Ben got a new bike, Jason broke a door with his fat foot, Governor Whitmer sent a care package to SNL star and much more!I (Jason) needed this episode so bad. I have missed Ben in-studio and cant wait to get back to regular recordings. We both had fun on this episode! Enjoy! Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Please email us with any questions at hello@threadspodcast...2020-05-081h 27
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 76 || Anne Lafleur from The Gift of Happiness & Signs of KindnessHave you ever met a person whose presence just warms up the room? Anne Lafleur is one of those people. Anne has dedicated her life to spreading what she calls The Gift of Happiness and one of the ways she does this is through her project Signs of Kindness. This project puts signs displaying encouraging messages on the front lawns throughout neighborhoods in America. Listen in as Ben & Jason find out more about Anne's passion, her views on faith, and the legacy she wants to leave behind. Ben & Jason both have signs in their yards thanks to A...2020-05-0130 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 75 || Ben grows a quarantine beard, therapy is put on hold for Jason, C.S. Lewis quotes make it to the show, oh and that thing Covid-19.Ep. 75 || Ben grows a quarantine beard, therapy is put on hold for Jason, C.S. Lewis quotes make it to the show, oh and that thing Covid-19. This was a normal episode for us, but still doing remote recording. Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and...2020-04-241h 31
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 73 || Open Lines - With Fans & Previous GuestsWith everyone stuck at home, everything just seems so different. So we figured we would make the most of this new normal and host a remote show with long-time listeners and previous Threads guests. Each guest got to share with us about how things have been going in their families during the COVID-19 outbreak. We also talked about what we're watching in light of sports being canceled. Apparently, marble racing is a thing! We were joined by... Matt Philpott - Ben & Matt went to the same college together, but did not really know each other b...2020-04-101h 50
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 72 || Denver mental health therapist Khara Croswaite Brindle shares her journey as a practitioner, supervisor, and non-profit founderHey friends, Ben here. In times like these, it is so important to focus on our mental health. As covid-19 continues to spread across the globe, so many of us are battling fear and anxiety. Thankfully, there are people like Khara Croswaite Brindle who are dedicated to walking alongside the anxious, depressed, and suicidal among us. Khara is a therapist who practices in Denver, Colorado. In addition to seeing clients, she also provides ongoing supervision to new therapists entering the field. She and some cohorts teamed up to write a book about their process, and formed a...2020-04-0339 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 69 || Bonus Episode - Jason, Ben, Meaghan, and Brandi Talk Openly About Covid-19Brandi reached out to Jason with the brilliant idea of discussing our fears, hopes, and everything in between regarding Caronavirus/Covid-19. Tune in as we share our responses to this pandemic and look at a couple of church's response to it. We also chat about President Trump's "hot mic" before and after his live broadcast announcement, and how human he appeared. We wrap things up by sharing what gives us hope during difficult times. If current events have you stressed out and anxious to the max, consider working with an online therapist through Better Help. Click this...2020-03-161h 39
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 68 || Author Christopher Tallon joins Ben & Jason in studio for a conversation about creativity, Ben's week of faux pas with Jason, coronavirus, does God "allow" sickness?, and more!Christopher Tallon of the new podcast Creative Ops AND author of Threads Podcast: Life Unfiltered blog entries joins us in studio for a normal format episode. Tune in for personal updates, therapy updates, and yet another story of faux pas between Ben & Jason. Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from. You can find us on Fa...2020-03-131h 47
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 62 || Jason's sister Megan Fenyoe joins us for a raw, honest, and unfiltered conversation about growing up in an abusive homeOn this episode, Jason and his sister Megan reflect on their crazy childhood growing up in an abusive home. Tune in as they reveal what life was like back then and how these rough experiences have helped shape who they are today. Ben also shares with Megan the impact her brother has had on his life, and introduces the concept of "the wounded healer." As part of Megan's journey, she has started a movement called "I Am Enough." You can learn more about Megan and her work by visiting her website. You can f...2020-01-311h 07
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 59 || Ben and Jason sit down and talk life and news for the last couple of weeks. Grand Rapids has the highest rate of depression, 10 million dollar bonus and much more!Ep. 59 || Ben and Jason sit down and talk life and news for the last couple of weeks. Grand Rapids has the highest rate of depression, 10 million dollar bonus and much more! Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please email us with any questions at hello@t...2020-01-101h 39
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 58 || Jason's sister interviews him on her tv show! Fun episode!Jason is interviewed by his sister Megan Fenyoe! Megan is launching a tv show soon and this episode will be airing on her show soon! You can find all about Megan and what she is up to here: Facebook Instagram https://meganfenyoe.com/ Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our...2020-01-0425 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 56 || Rough couple of weeks for Ben and Jason, Topless women? Celebrity dad jokes and a good therapy update!Ep. 56 || Rough couple of weeks for Ben and Jason, Topless women? Celebrity dad jokes and a good therapy update! We thank you so much for listening. Please reach out if you have any feedback or suggestions! Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please emai...2019-12-061h 22
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 53 || Jason & Meaghan recap the Eric Zane interview and talk about the future of Threads PodcastJason and Meaghan sat down and chatted about the recent interview Ben and Jason did with Eric Zane on his podcast. Along the way, Jason & Meaghan talk about how Ben and Jason fight like middle school girls and Jason points out the growth he has seen in Ben since going back to therapy. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please email us with any questions at hello@threadspodcast.com We now have some very cool merch! Get your merch here Please check out our new website at Threadspodcast.com 2019-11-1544 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 52 || Eric Zane Interviews Ben & Jason! Go "Behind the Scenes" in this Unfiltered InterviewOur friend and fellow podcaster Eric Zane interviewed us for his show. Eric led us in an incredible conversation about what goes on "behind the scenes" of Threads Podcast: Life Unfiltered. This episode is definitely an unfiltered look into Ben & Jason's relationship (spoiler alert: we don't get along very well sometimes!) and into their individual lives. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please email us with any questions at hello@threadspodcast.com We now have some very cool merch! Get your merch here Please check out our new website at Thread...2019-11-0846 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 49 || Ben and Jason argue who's idea of charity is better. Therapy update and current events!Ep. 49 || Ben and Jason argue who's idea of charity is better. Therapy update and current events! Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please email us with any questions at hello@threadspodcast.com We now have some very cool merch! Get your merch here2019-10-191h 41
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 47 || Ben & Jason talk Aliens, Toilets, Bidets, and Other Random Current EventsIt is so much fun when Jason & I get to sit down and record an episode. This was no exception. Join us as we discuss a wide variety of topics, including (butt certainly not limited to) toilet talk, how to use a bidet, the existence of aliens, and so much more. Midway through Jason's thimble-sized bladder ran out of room, so he abruptly left the studio while I was trying to introduce the next (relatively deep!) current event. -ben Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you d...2019-10-041h 40
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 42 || Loosey Goosey Episode - Ben & Jason finally get to sit down and chat, without interviewing a guest! Who cracks a Dad Joke in the first 30 Seconds??Ben and Jason had the opportunity to sit down and chat, just like the first episodes of Threads. Ben didn't want to follow a format for their conversation, but Jason couldn't handle recording without an outline. So Ben put a loosey goosey outline together to guide them. Even with an outline, hilarity and randomness ensued. Listen as Jason tells all about why he was jealous of Ben, and Ben spills the beans on how long it has been since he's seen the dentist. Jason thinks Ben likes getting "atta boys" and pats on the back from his...2019-08-301h 40
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 41 || Jason and Meaghan break down the Todd Chance interview. Jason gets fussy about something in the middle of the podcast and Meaghan wants to smack him :)Ep. 41 || Jason and Meaghan break down the Todd Chance interview. Jason gets fussy about something in the middle of the podcast and Meaghan wants to smack him :) Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Itunes or where ever you get our podcast from. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please email us with any questions at hello@threadspodcast.com...2019-08-231h 04
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 37 || Jason and Meaghan break down the Gabe interview. Gabe is an amazing guy that has overcome so much in his life.Jason and Meaghan break down the Gabe interview. Gabe is an amazing guy that has overcome so much in his life. Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Itunes or where ever you get our podcast from. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please email us with any questions at hello@threadspodcast.com Please check out our ne...2019-07-261h 04
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 33 || Jason and Meaghan recap Episode 32. And Jason finally gets to play office trivia!Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Itunes or where ever you get our podcast from. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please email us with any questions at hello@threadspodcast.com Please check out our new website at Threadspodcast.comThis podcast was produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Are you looking to start a podcast? Need h...2019-06-281h 06
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 32 || Jason & Ben Discuss Parenting Styles in the Wake of Father's Day. Jason also introduce a new segment called ...EPIC FAIL...Join us for a conversation about parenting styles, what would you do parenting scenarios, and honest reflection on our experience as parents. We also spend some time discussing the complexity of parenting traumatized / adopted children. Jason also decided to surprise Ben with a new segment, that ultimately flopped. Resources that guided our conversation include: Parenting Scenarios Parenting Style Quiz Heather Forbes on how Trauma Impacts Parenthood 29 Toughest Parenting Questions Answered Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of yo...2019-06-211h 33
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 30 || Ben & Jason Return to their Threads Roots! Parenting updates, personal victories, and current eventsWe're BAAAAACK... well, we didn't actually leave, but we did an episode on our own with no guests to interview! It was a great time of catching up and being real with each other. Ben shares about his struggles as a parent, Jason tells of some big wins he's been having at home. Both revisit the topic of talking with wives about God. Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also su...2019-06-071h 32
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 29 || Jason and Meaghan break down the Mike Hamp interview. Mike is walking from Hastings to St. Ignance to give hope to people that struggle with mental illness.Jason and Meaghan break down the Mike Hamp interview. Mike is walking from Hastings to St. Ignance to give hope to people that struggle with mental illness. Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Itunes or where ever you get our podcast from. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please email us with any questions at hello@threadspodcast.com...2019-05-311h 03
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 25 || Jason & Meaghan talk EZ, Jason makes hilarious verbal flub, Meaghan's heart is broken by Ben's swearingJason and his wife Meaghan have fun breaking down episode 24. Jason mixes up two phrases of speech and the result is hilarious. Jason shares about his transition from super-fan to advertiser/fellow podcaster with Eric Zane. Meaghan shares how Ben's swearing breaks her heart. Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Itunes or where ever you get our podcast from. Contest Time! We are...2019-05-0355 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 20 || News: Sexless marriages, transgender student issues, and much more. Updates, and rambling thoughts by Ben and Jason.News: Sexless marriages, transgender student issues, and much more. Updates, and rambling thoughts by Ben and Jason. We will post all the links on Facebook and Twitter! Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate and review us on Itunes or where ever you get our podcast from. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please email us with any questions at hello@threadspodcast.com2019-03-151h 56
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 17 || Legacy, Atheist Church, Jason Interrupts, Roast & ToastJoin us for some deep conversations about our legacy and atheist churches. Get your AMEN's ready as we discuss an article about being a recovering hypocrite. Laugh along as Jason shares about how hard it is for him to stop interrupting. Be encouraged as we share the story about a sanitation worker mentored by ex-cons who went on to graduate from college thanks to his employer, and even spoke at his graduation. Oh, and there's a certain level of awkwardness as we play a new game called Toast or Roast. Ben...2019-01-2534 min
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 13 || Our first guest -- Ben's boss Tyler! Puking in bushes, Birthday stress, Americanizing Christianity**Long Episode warning** We had a our first guest in studio - Tyler Baum! Tyler is a very smart young man and brought lots of great insight to the show. Oh, did I mention he is our first super fan? He came up with the name of "Threadie." Quick recap of things we talked about: Ben's son made a new friend after Ben encouraged him to hang out with "good kids." Jason puked in the bushes while waiting for the kids to get on the bus. Tyler enjoying the holidays with the family. Ben lost his p...2018-12-142h 06
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 12 || Santa, Thankfulness, Exaggerations, How to Have Friends as an AdultWe recorded this episode a few days after Thanksgiving, so we spent some time discussing what we are thankful for. We also talked about telling our kids that Santa is not real. Ben confronts Jason on the way he exaggerated and made Ben feel inferior. Ben and Jason share about how they are learning how to respect each others’ space in their friendship -- a friendship that began in early 2018. Here are some of the items we discussed: Current Event Links Why an attitude of gratitude can help your health Lying Less Homeless man ga...2018-11-301h 08
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 7 || Jittery Ben, Pets & Hospice, Snarkiness, Evolution, and TurbansThank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or where ever you get our podcast from. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please email us with any questions at hello@threadspodcast.com In this episode, Ben was a bit hyped on energy drinks that Jason got him hooked on. We both shared about different organizations that we serve as board members for...2018-09-211h 24
Threads Podcast: Life UnfilteredEp. 6 || Our Wives Club #1Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes or where ever you get our podcast from. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please email us with any questions at hello@threadspodcast.com We had some special guests this week.......Our wives! Ben's and Jason's family were together over the Labor Weekend up at Jason's cabin and decided to record Thread...2018-09-071h 14