Shows
2024-11-2147 min40ishHobbiesThe balance between being a responsible parent and still holding on to your adult interests
2024-11-2126 min40ishFood, Fun, & RoadsJason, Andy, and Jon explore their memory banks and find different places they grab grub in the past or hung out as buddies with their whole crew. Hillarity ensues.
2024-11-2157 min40ishToys then and nowJason Jon and Andy discuss toys from their youth and compare them to toys that their kids got over the holidays. There's even some embarrassing singing.
2024-11-211h 0140ishGrab BagWhile Jon is away Jason and Andy explore the podcast known as the grab bag. Each person in the podcast brings a topic to discuss and doesn't share it prior to airing. That means all of our answers feelings and reactions are true and immediate as we have had zero time to think on them. This one's a little deeper than normal not as much hilarity.
2024-11-2148 min40ishGrab Bag IV - with Special GuestOn our fourth edition of 'Grab Bag' Jason, Jon, Lance, and Andy welcome in fellow WHS alum (1995) Toni Chamness-Jobe from just south of Lance in South Carolina. Movie characters, cars, adulting (hard) and realizations are shared in this awesome episode! Got an idea for a podcast topic? HIt Jason up on Facebook or Twitter @jaythavee
2024-11-211h 0540ishLunchtime ShenanigansThe Fearsome Foursome (man that does NOT sound right) chat about various lunch antics durig their time in high school and then branch off in other topics related to our school expereicnes. Jon, Lance, Andy and Jason are always looking for new topic ideas! Have one? Care to share?
2024-11-211h 0240ishExtra-curricular ActivitiesThe guys have a deeper conversation about what they define as extra-curricular activities, both from the youth and with the current lives. We unearth several previously unknown facts about some and solidify our understanding of the activities of others. PROGRAMMING NOTE: There will be a 1-week hiatus as the crew takes some time. We will be back and better than ever after the break. Have an idea for a show topic? Share it with us! Tweet at @jay2thavee or respond to this post.
2024-11-2159 min40ishCARSJason and the guys have a great conversation about their first cars and stories around them. And in a technical glitch, which is just Jason being an idiot, we realize that the first half-hour is missing because he failed to hit record. But man that second half is pure recording gold.
2024-11-2143 min40ishMusic...lots & lots of early 90's musicJason and the guys talk about music...... as the title suggests. We play a little game trying to jog our memories of the top charts from 1990-1995, concerts we wanted to attend, albums that might have defined us, and discovered that we have only cracked the surface of what we could (and will) talk more about in upcoming episodes. Got a topic idea? Tweet those ideas to Jason @Jay2thaVee or post them on Facebook.
2024-11-211h 0740ishMusic - Part DuexThe guys continue the conversation around 90's music and dive semi-deep into alternative music. What defines it? Favortie Bands? Did Lance actually listen to anything?
2024-11-2148 min40ishGrab Bag Part DuexJason, Andy, and Jon all come back from their travels and discuss topics from our second grab bag episode. Maybe you'll hear about cereal. Maybe you'll hear about music. Maybe you have a suggestion for the next episode topic?
2024-11-2143 min40ishComics! Part 1 - Marvel - SPOILERS!!!SPOILERS!! Today Josh, Andy, Jon, and Lance educate Jason on the Marvel Cinematic Universe.... and they quickly realize he is going to be a below average student. SPOILERS SPOILERS regarding Avengers: Infinity War
Part 2 we will be discussing the comics of the daily newspaper variety... stay tuned!
2024-11-211h 0840ishComics - Part II (The Dailies)Today the crew (with a newly minted Twitter handle - twitter.com/Podcast40ish) chat about newspapers and the colorful magic within. Well, sort of.... they chat more about comics, characters and what they would do if given control. Some language is saucy... you have been warned!
2024-11-211h 0440ishOdyssey of the Mind (with Special Guests)Jason, Lance, Andy and Josh welcome in fellow Waverly Class of 1994 alums Marcus LaPratt and Kevin Pease for a whirlwind conversation about this wonderful creativty inducing activity that helped shape much of our adult lives. Got an idea for a topic? Ready for some upcoming episodes about the comparissons between our lives as kids and our lives as parents? Reach out to us on Twitter! www.twitter.com/Podcast40ish
2024-11-2148 min40ishWhat does it mean to go out and play?The crew (which can be found at twitter.com/Podcast40ish) talks about playing, the importance of creativity, your neighborhood and why boredom is needed.
2024-11-2158 min40ishWhen I grow up....Jason is joined by Jon, Lance, Andy, and Conrad to discuss how they got to their current job, the twists and turns that resulted in their chosen path.... and whether or not it was their actual chosen path..... and Andy and Jason crack up in the middle.... uncontrollably...
Our thanks to Jon Moody (www.justmoody.com) for the badass new theme music! twitter.com/Podcast40ish
2024-11-211h 0740ishChoresJason, Jon and Lance make the bed, clean the bathroom, mow the lawn and dive deep into responsibilities, habit vs. muscle memory and riducle Jason for not earning an allowance...... twitter.com/Podcast40ish
2024-11-2142 min40ishTips and Tricks for Travelers (and some stories too)Jason is joined by Jon and Lance to chat up flying, cruises, must-have travel items and where they would like to find themselves if given the chance at their dream destination.
2024-11-2148 min40ishGrab Bag.... we think #5Jason, Lance and Jon pose a few questions to each other and we discuss a few topics including, music, office decor and impactful moments. And Jon says a few inapproiate things, per the usual.
2024-11-2156 min40ishAre we tech savvy?Jason, Jon and Lance chat about tech... lots and lots of tech.... and donuts....and beer..... and lederhosen... we were all over the board.
2024-11-2158 min40ishA holiday viewJason and Andy talk about how the holidays changed from being children and having no cares in the world to being responsible adults with families that come first.
2024-11-2139 min
The Visual LoungeTop Tips For Images and VideosLooking to take your video and image content to the next level? Well, you’re in the right place!Matt Pierce, Learning and Video Ambassador at TechSmith, is joined by eight industry experts on this episode of The Visual Lounge. From embracing video imperfections to keeping things consistent and double-checking image attributions, these guests have a lot of helpful advice to offer.Joining this episode are:Andy Owen, Social Engagement and Video Manager at TechSmithTricia Ransom, Senior Learning Experience Designer at TaskUsJason Valade, Instructional Designer/ATD Master Trainer – Customer Education at TechSmithJoseph Suarez, Independent Lear...
2022-07-1357 minThe Visual LoungeTips and Tools We Use to Make Our Tutorial Videos | Jason Valade and Ryan EashWhat does it take to make your tutorial videos shine?Jason Valade and Ryan Eash are both Instructional Designers at TechSmith with several years of experience creating high-value instructional videos.Jason is also an ATD Master Trainer and has a background as a classroom teacher. He loves teaching and training people on all things TechSmith-related. Ryan works on the customer education team creating video tutorials and course materials to help customers learn how to utilize TechSmith tools.This world-class Instructional Designer duo has plenty of tips, tactics, and advice to share, so tune...
2021-08-181h 00The Visual Lounge5 Things You Need to Know About Camtasia 2021The latest Camtasia release is now available, but which of its new features will help you create better videos?In this episode of The Visual Lounge, Matt Pierce guides you through his favorite new features from Camtasia 2021. He guides you through how to use them and gives his expert advice on how to add that extra spice to your videos.Matt is also joined by TechSmith Trainer, Jason Valade, who shares his top Camtasia tips and more about putting the new features into practice.Learning points from the episode include:What proxy...
2021-05-2657 min
The Talent Playbook PodcastLeading Restaurant Culture Change from the Forefront with TDn2K Chief Executive Officer Kelli ValadeJoin us as TDn2K Chief Executive Officer, Kelli Valade shares insights and experiences on growing restaurant culture from the forefront of operations. Specifically, you’ll learn about:-Building credibility by getting in the trenches and leading by example-The importance of mentors and mentorships-What culture means to Kelli and how to communicate it with employeesYou can connect with Kelli on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelli-valade/For more on the podcast, visit http://outmatch.com/about/events/talent-playbook-podcast/ or email us at in...
2019-05-281h 0040ishDemian Ross ~ Digital Nomad and his Road to 1000We were honored to have Demian Ross @demianross on and things got real. He shared the twists and turns his life has taken, how he had used adversity to drive him towards his goals, and a true insight into the world of a digital nomad.
2019-05-131h 0040ishContent Creation with Kevin Nether - The Tech Ninja!Kevin Nether (@techninjaspeaks) joins the crew and helps give some insight to the world of content creation, balancing different priorities, and how all that glorious tech influences his life. And, as a fellow Michigander, it was confirmed that he is a solid guy!
2019-05-0757 min40ishGet Planting with Matt FreemanMatt Freeman has been a sales rep 21 years for Ball Seed Company of W Chicago, which is a 110 yr old family business, 3rd generation and the largest distributor of annuals/ perennials / other greenhouse needs to commercial greenhouses.
Previously worked in Chicago in commercial landscape.
2019-05-0155 min40ishRoast Master Seth Chapman of Water Street Coffee - Part IThis is a good one! Seth Chapman is the Roast Master for Water Street Coffee in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Seth is responsible for sourcing and roasting coffee for Water Street, as well as quality control, roast profile development, and many other coffee and tea-driven projects. He is a certified Q Grader, and has just returned form an origin trip to Costa Rica earlier this month.
2019-04-241h 0240ishFighting Through with Deputy Sheriff / MMA Beast John DarlingJohn Darling (https://www.instagram.com/icecoldathlete/) hops in the podcast to chat about the challenges facing officers in our modern world, the training and fighting involved in MMA and a story or two about past guest Rich Austin @riaustin27
2019-04-191h 0540ishDigital Marketing 'n stuff with Jeff JulianJeff Julian (@jjulian @Entmktr) CEO with Squared Digital helps the guys to discover how marketing, advertising, and PR are the same but different.... but the same... sort of. He shares insights on how to reach specific customers and for the love of everything, do NOT drink kombucha.... (the joke that will not die).
2019-04-0559 min40ishKalamazoo legend Judy Sarkozy of Sarkozy BakeryJason and Jon had the pleasure (absolute pleasure) of speaking with Kalamazoo legend Judy Sarkozy of Sarkozy Bakery. The conversation ranged from her beginnings. her heartfelt connection to Kalamazoo, the early connection to Bell's Beer and how Jason wouldn't stop asking about Italian bread. A truly fun episode!
2019-03-2143 min40ishDennis Mollan of Pro Tone PedalsWelp......Dennis Mollan of Pro Tone Pedals swears a lot, chats up branding and more. And honestly... it is all about knobs. http://protonepedals.com/
2019-03-0856 min
40ishRide the Wave with Keith Stixx of Tsunami CablesKeith joins the crew to chat about his company's origins, his thoughts on the music industry and personal/professional branding. Oh, and Moody likes his pink wankers. http://tsunamicables.com/
2019-02-2759 min
40ishBrewing Greatness with OneWell's Chris O'NeillChris O'Neill, the owner of OneWell Brewing, joined the crew to chat up craft beer, drinking local, growing into a Kalamazoo institution (my words) and Effing Pumpkin Ale... Seriously, if you like beer, fun times and killer food, consider a visit to https://www.onewellbrewing.com/
2019-02-211h 05
40ishBrick by Brick with Lego Education Master Trainer Kelly ReddinKelly Reddin, Master Trainer with Lego Education, stops by the podcast to chat about the power of play, STEM learning and the creativity of thinking outside the box. Oh, and bricks..... we talk about bricks.
2019-02-1353 min
40ishBeing (sort of) Bi-coastal with Paul HegedusPaul Hegedus (longtime friend, investment dude and Wing Tsun Kung Fu instructor) join the guys for some insight into living in Boston and San Fransisco.
2019-02-071h 01
40ishGrab Bag VIIThe description is NOT descriptive. 4 guys + 4 secret questions = well..... this episode. Welcome in Jason, Jon, Lance, and Andy!
2019-01-2258 min
40ishFor Voice Over go with JO: Josiah BildnerVoice Over artist Josiah Bildner joins the crew ( https://josiahvoiceover.weebly.com/ ) and hilarity ensues. We discuss how one gets started in voice-over, the roots of his acting, and stuff coming at you SUNDAY SUNDAY SUNDAY!
2019-01-1646 min
40ish“Keep on truckin'" with OTR truck driver Kari Bulkley40ish welcomes Kari Bulkley, a former tech company employee who followed his lifelong dream to become a trucker. Kari shares the process one takes to become a driver, some interesting things he has learned and how to safely navigate the road as a pesky '4-wheeler".
2019-01-0959 min
40ish2018 Our Podcast Year in ReviewWow...what a year! 2018 saw 40ish grow from a few listeners a week to averaging over 100 per episode and growing! In fact, we just surpassed 5000 downloads! Jason, Jon, and Lance look back on the year that was in our podcasting journey. What have we learned, what can we do to improve and what is next! Podcast40ish@gmail.com
2019-01-0432 min
40ishAccess to Justice with Elizabeth Dick - The Oklahoma Internet LawyerLongtime friend and lawyer (and math teacher... and former cellist) Elizabeth Dick of theoklahomainternetlawyer.com joins us to talk about family law, the evolution of being called to do good in the world and why her O I L logo works!
2018-12-1855 min
40ishRise: Developing Tomorrow’s Women Athletes ... with Kevin HarveyWe welcome in Kevin Harvey (the brains behind https://rise-wrestling.com/) to talk about women's wrestling (and all it entails), how partnerships work and mini trip down memory lane to Kalamazoo, MI
2018-12-1059 min
40ishOver My Head with Jessie O'Donnell (Working Title: Rochambeau)The crew is privileged to welcome in Jessie O'Donnell for some frank talk about height challenges, her upcoming blog project and why DnD is still relevant...
2018-12-051h 02
40ishTool Time with Habitat for Humanity's Tom TishlerTalk about alliteration in the title! Tom joins the guys and gives us some amazing insight into Habitat and how they serve our community and others. He also guides us through some basic homeowner style tools and repairs.
2018-11-2855 min
40ishGetting hungry with Jersey Giant's Ken SlocumWe welcome in Ken Slocum of Jersey Giant Subs and he shares the history of his family's business, how he gives back to his community and reveals that Towne Club still exists...
2018-11-2157 min
40ishThe Guys Catch UpJason, Jon, & Lance take a break from the norm and just chat with each other about stuff. Like the half marathon that Lance is embarking on OR Jon informing us both what makes a good parent and seeing GWAR live and Jason recalls some of his favorite guests of the past year and shares how you could be involved! @jay2thavee @monjoody @a_bear920 podcast40ish@gmail.com
2018-11-1738 min
40ishMath, Math, Poutine, Marshmallow Guns and Math with HedgeShauna Hedgepeth, colloquially known as Hedge (@approx_normal on Twitter) joins the podcast to chat about math, midlife crisis, basic skills everyone needs to know.... and why she cannot say poutine...
2018-11-0754 min
40ish40th Episode Spectacular!!! with special guest Mrs. Hebert!Nearly the ENTIRE IBC Posse stops by for this special episode with our #1 fan (and keeper of the basement) Mrs. Hebert! Join Jason, Moody, Lance, Tucker, Burow, and Conrad for this whimsical look back at that haven of fun (Lance's Basement) and basically... well... its an hour long laugh track!
2018-10-311h 01
40ishBuy or Sell Your Nest with the Best - Patrick Bird of Berkshire HathawayRealtor Patrick Bird ( https://t.co/Da0ONVCyWt ) joins the guys to talk about all that Kalamazoo has to offer in terms of buying or selling your house, what you should focus on when looking to sell, and whether or not Jason was a good teacher in his district while Patrick was his Superintendent. Spoiler: He was. Take THAT Moody!
2018-10-171h 03
40ishThe Psychology of Business with Rich AustinThe guys welcome in Rich Austin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/riaustin1/) of Sandler Training to talk about having tough business conversations, the how and why to have honest conversations, and the realization that there is an amazing Chicago pizza joint that the crew hasn't been to!
2018-10-0946 min
40ishBonus Episode! Grab Bag VI (or 6 for those not in 5th grade)The team hosts a Grab Bag episode and topics are vast. Jason, Lance, Jon and Andy pose a few questions to each other and we discuss a few topics including, altruism, problems, hobbies and more. Unsurprisingly, Jon says a few inappropriate things, which causes Jason to cower.
2018-10-0459 min40ishBeing Social with Ryan Pena!The crew welcomes Ryan Pena (@iRyanPena) of @BeTheMatch to chat about the highs/lows of being social. We chat about his experiences, lemons, and how human social media can be.
2018-09-281h 0240ishTalking Educational Tech and stuff with Andy LosikThe guys welcome in STEM teacher extraordinaire Andy Losik ( @mrlosik ) to talk tech, the lack of children's creativity and alternative skill sets. Testing out a new recording software...how is the sound quality?
2018-09-261h 0340ishBBQ Galore with John Mahlstedt of Johnny BarbecueThe guys welcome in John Mahlstedt (@jdmahlstedt) teacher extraordinaire and proprietor of Johnny Barbecue (@johnny_barbecue) in NoCal. They discuss....well.... barbecue...... and other things.... but barbecue seemed to be a theme...
2018-09-1255 min40ishBeer, Photos and The Promise with special guest Fritz Klug!The guys are joined by a special guest, Fritz Klug, who shared beer knowledge, his experience with the Kalamazoo Promise and his new photography project https://www.pocketcamera.net/
2018-09-051h 0040ishVidiyah Gamez with Jen TononJason, Jon and Lance welcome in Jen Tonon (gamer/musician/badass) to chat about gaming (both classic and current) and where she sees the state of gaming today.... or something like that. Hilarity ensued all the way to the very end. SPOILER: Stay until the end.
2018-08-291h 0340ishThe Evolution of FriendshipWe get deep.... and laugh.... and Jason gets a little too much airtime..... but since he is typing this, he will let that slide. Jason is joined by Jon, Lance and Andy... but plenty of people get the nod.
2018-08-241h 0140ishWhat have the guys been up to and a little 4th of JulyJason, Lance, and Jon talk about where they have been this past week (Lance consuming craft beer in North Carolina and Jon gigging with https://www.alexxcalise.net/) and how they had spent and may spend their upcoming 4th of July holiday. twitter.com/Podcast40ish twitter.com/monjoody
2018-07-0350 min40ishRoad Trips (with a Special Guest)Wow... lots o' folks in this one.... Jason, Lance, Josh, Andy, Andrew, and Matt chat about road trips as kids, road trips in the adult world, and a little trip in 1997 to Wittenberg U.
2018-06-2053 min40ishRemember when...?Jason, Jon and Andy dig deep in the memory banks and recall several funny, and disturbingly specific, stories about each other. Many, MANY laughs were had by all! THink you have a topic for an upcoming episode? Share it with us by calling into our show on Anchor OR hit us up on Twitter twitter.com/Podcast40ish
2018-06-061h 0140ishFreshman Year (with Special Guest!)Jason and Lance hold down the fort and welcome in the one, the only Eric "Flea" Falker to the podcast. The magical years of 1990-1991 are chatted about with memories ranging from sports to classes... to a going away party as Eric left us after one year. Join the conversation on Twitter at twitter.com/Podcast40ish
2018-05-3049 min40ishTeachers of Waverly High School (1991-1995)Jason, Moody (Jon), Lance, and Burow (Andrew to the rest of you) chat abolut their fondest teacher memories. Who influenced us, who was the most memorable.... and who... well.... you will just have to liosten!
2018-05-0251 min40ishThe IBC Posse Origin Story...with ANOTHER Special Guest!Jason, Andy, Lance, and Jon welcome in a true OG Andrew Burow to share how the posse came to be, why it exists, and what makes it still important to us to this day!
2018-04-2754 min40ishMarching Band... with Special Guest!Jason, Jon and Lance welcome in Josh Holmberg (Waverly High School 1994) to chat up all things... well, most things, marching band. The challenegs, the lessons, the ear canal toothpaste (it was a thing, just listen).
2018-04-161h 0040ishJobby JobsThe guys chat about jobs they've had throughout their entire lives. Everything from the forgettable high school roles to various interactions they've had with other jobs throughout their careers. This is truly where we learned things have changed and that Andy is a destructive force with former jobs......
2018-02-1452 min
Digital Learning TodayCamtasia: An Introduction to ScreencastingJeff sits down with Jason Valade from Techsmith Education to discuss how easy it is for teachers to be Screencasting in the Classroom for their students. In this video, Jason shows several great reasons for creating screencasts for the classroom.Learn how educators across the country are using video to transform teaching with flipping, project-based learning, and to get more choices in how they teach. Join former educator Jason Valade as he provides inspirational ways to teach more effectively and enrich experiences in and out of the classroom, including an introduction to popular video cr...
2017-08-2120 min