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The Jesscott Music HourThe Jesscott Music Hour Ep#476It's another great episode, with music from:Debbie Fisher - We SingMike N Michelle - This Present TimePhilip Malan - Follow After YouKimberle Edwards-Braggs - I've Got JoyJay Witham - In The GardenDan Schall - He Made A Change In MeIveth Luna - Just Like JesusJohn Allan - Living GodRussell Gilbert - Only YouWendySue Fluegge - FatherMelissa Smith - He's Here To Heal YouCrown of Victory - Living WaterAnd on this episode...2025-05-1658 min
CHGO Chicago Bears PodcastREPORT: Bears Assistant GM Ian Cunningham to interview with Jaguars | CHGO Bears PodcastAlbert Breer reported Tuesday morning that Chicago Bears Assistant GM Ian Cunningham will interview for the Jacksonville Jaguars GM vacancy on Friday. What does that mean for the Bears in draft capital AND in possibly having to replace Ryan Poles’ right-hand man? Later, we talk to NFL on FOX reporter Jay Glazer and former NFL O-Lineman Geoff Schwartz. Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.2025-02-111h 14
Eye on VeteransInside the Army-Navy Game: Spec Forces football vet Nate Boyer, 101st Airborne General and rival USAA execs
It’s a week after the thrilling 125th Army-Navy Game, but even after the game, we still love hearing stories from our fellow Soldiers and Sailors. During our time on USAA’s Media Row, we had fascinating conversations with military vets and senior military leaders.We start with Maj. General Brett Sylvia, Commanding General of the Army’s mighty 101st Airborne (Air Assault). He shared some history from this legendary unit and offered a glimpse at the lethal capability they're bringing into the future.We also had a good time talking with Army Special...2024-12-2057 min
What Ya Reading?42. Reading Holiday Novels + End of the Year VibesIn today's episode, Jay sits down with Bookstagrammer Mysia from BlackGirlBuJos to chat about holiday reading. Tune in to hear them discuss books they are excited to read this holiday season and some of their end-of-year- reading hopes. Mysia also shares her journey to content creation, gives tips on how to connect with book tours, and book suggestions for different types of readers. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 00:44 Immersion reading 5:28 Mysia's content journey 7:04 Reading YA novels 10:05 Creating diverse reading list suggestions 13:37 Joining book promotion tours 17:10 Favorite reading seasons 23:57 R...2024-11-251h 05
What Ya Reading?41. Writing Perfectly Candid with Author J.S. JasperIn today's episode, Jay is sitting down with author J.S. Jasper to discuss her journey from a reader to a published author. They also talk about Jasper's latest novel, Perfectly Candid. Tune in to hear how Jasper approaches the writing process, where she draws inspiration, and what we can expect from her next. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 1:03 Author journey 6:29 The writing process 10:25 The editing process 20:56 About Perfectly Candid 26:24 Favorite scene 36:39 The books cover 39:53 What's next - Spring Awakening 42:14 Lightning Round - There's a book for that 45:44 F...2024-11-1852 min
What Ya Reading?40. Reading That Brings Joy + Creating Fun Bookish ContentIn today's episode, Jay is sitting down with fellow Bookstagrammer Bridget to chat about her thoughts on finding joy in reading. Tune in to hear them discuss how Bridget creates a joyful reading experience and her unique approach to content creation. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 00:41 The joy of reading 12:09 Reading routines 17:00 Balancing heavy reads 23:30 Book expectations 28:59 Thoughts on tropes 32:36 Intention behind content 43:35 Book clubs and buddy reads 47:27 Final recommendations 50:46 Lightning Round - There's a book for that 54:31 Final Thoughts 1:00:47 Books mentioned in this episode: The Instrumentalist by H...2024-10-281h 02
What Ya Reading?39. Reading Romance Series + Authors We LoveIn today's episode, Jay sits down with fellow content creator Schae Love to chat about romance series and their appreciation for the authors who write them. Tune in to hear them talk about the series that has captivated their hearts and share tips for using rating systems. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 00:43 Thoughts on popular books 19:57 Changes in reading habits 24:51 Introduction to romance reading 28:56 Series and interconnected standalones 41:07 Buddy reading 48:25 Star rating systems 50:32 Lightning Round - There's a book for that 1:02:22 Final Thoughts 1:07:19 Books mentioned in this episode: T...2024-10-211h 12
What Ya Reading?38. Writing A Fate of Onyx & Ivory with Author O'Junea BrownIn today's episode, Jay is sitting down with debut author O'Junea Brown. They are chatting about her journey to becoming an author and what inspired her first novel, A Fate of Onyx & Ivory. They also discuss O'Junea's writing process and the joys and challenges of self-publishing. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 00:44 Author journey 5:21 Dealing with imposter syndrome 10:05 Authors writing process 14:06 Being a published author 22:39 About A Fate of Onyx & Ivory 24:03 The next books in the series 41:44 Lightning Round - There's a book for that 44:18 Final Thoughts 46:53 Books mentioned in t...2024-10-1449 min
What Ya Reading?37. Reading The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein (Part 1)In today's episode, you'll be listening to a buddy-read discussion on The Color of Law. This book explores the historical laws and policies that enforced racial segregation in America. Tune in to hear Jay and the other book club members chat about their personal experiences with these types of zoning laws, white flight, and gentrification. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:40 Knowledge and experience with housing segregation 01:53 White Flight 12:02 Proximity to whiteness 20:40 Zoning of Black neighborhoods 23:45 Freeway and transportation segregation 27:12 Housing s...2024-10-0753 min
What Ya Reading?36. Reading and Exploring YA Novels + Books That Left a MarkIn today's episode, Jay is sitting down with fellow Bookstagrammer Bree to chat about exploring the different genres of YA novels. Tune in to hear them discuss their thoughts on representation in this category. They also touch on how best to approach reading YA novels and the books that have left a lasting impression on them. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 00:43 Memorable YA reads 12:00 Having empathy for YA characters 15:24 YA author appreciation 25:41 Thoughts on representation in YA novels today 29:52 Bree's favorite YA books 36:17 Annotating in books 41:16 Book recommendations 43:13 Lightning Round...2024-09-161h 00
What Ya Reading?35. Reading After a Hiatus + Exploring New GenresIn today's episode, Jay is sitting down with fellow Bookstagramer Aleka from @actbookshelf to talk about the journey of getting back into reading after taking a hiatus. Tune in to hear them discuss the books that reignited Aleka's love of reading and the challenges of finding new authors and genres to explore. They also chat about the inspiration behind her new bookish Instagram account. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 2:51 Dyslexia and Aleka's reading journey 19:05 Exploring different genres 24:03 Thriller book suggestions 27:32 Setting reading goals 35:37 Tracking the books you read 41:47 Historical fiction bo...2024-09-091h 11
What Ya Reading?34. Reading with Buddies + Fantasy FavsIn today's episode Jay is sitting down with fellow Booksagrammer Shonna to chat about the joy of buddy reading. Shonna is an avid reader with the preferred genres of fantasy, romance, and dark academia and participates in several buddy reads monthly. Tune in to hear their thoughts on how buddy reading and getting different perspectives enhances the reader experience. Shonna also gives fantasy book recommendations for all types of readers. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro 0:58 Reading from your TBR 8:37 Current reads 16:16 Reading with others 21:41 Budding reading Lore of the Wilds 38:18 Giving a...2024-08-261h 18
What Ya Reading?33. Reading Dark Romance and Books With SpiceIn today's episode, Jay is sitting down with fellow Bookstagrammer and dark romance lover, Yaniris. They are chatting about reading romance books with dark and spicy themes. Tune in to hear them talk about how to identify potentially triggering content and books they suggest for all types of readers. Due to the subject matter, this episode is intended for mature audiences (18+). The subjects, books, and themes mentioned in this episode could be potentially triggering for some listeners. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Episode content warning 0:55 Guest intro and current reads 1:59 Being a...2024-08-191h 22
What Ya Reading?32. Reading Ana Maria and the Fox by Liana De La RosaIn today's episode, you'll be listening to a buddy-read discussion on Ana Maria and the Fox by Liana De La Rosa. Tune in to hear Jay and the other book club members chat about their thoughts on this book, what they learned, and the impression it left on them. Please keep in mind that this episode will contain spoilers. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Reading Historical Romance 2:04 The French Occupation in Mexico 3:10 Liana De La Rosa's writing 4:18 Historical references + feminism themes 8:29 Thoughts on the characters + overall story 13:35 Listing to the story o...2024-08-1241 min
What Ya Reading?31. Writing Graphic Novels & Being a Weirdo With Author Tony Weaver Jr.In today's episode, Jay is sitting down with author Tony Weaver Jr. to talk about his new graphic novel, Weirdo, which tackles bullying and mental health themes. Tune in to hear them chat about Tony's journey to becoming an author and the inspiration behind Weirdo. They also discuss Tony's writing process, the importance of representation in literature, and the impact of storytelling for young readers. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro 1:50 Current reads and shows 6:24 The intention behind Weirdo 14:33 Writing mental health representation for young readers 19:50 Finding your weird community 25:41 Writing a G...2024-08-0554 min
What Ya Reading?30. Reading Checkin + Mid-Year FreakoutThe podcast is back! After a few weeks off, we're back and excited to bring you new episodes every Monday. In today's episode, Jay is chatting with her sister Janette to do a mid-year check-in on their reading goals. Tune in to hear them discuss the books they've loved and what they hope their reading life will look like for the remainder of the year. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 3:55 General thoughts on our reading so far 5:56 Being introduced to new authors and content creators 8:30 Recapping on our r...2024-07-2957 min
What Ya Reading?Summer Break + Special AnnouncementIt's time for our summer podcast break. Don't fear, new epsides will resume in a few weeks. Today, Jay also shares a quick and exciting announcement with you so make sure you listen to full audio clip. Wishing everyone a wonderful reading adventure until we meet again! Links mentioned in this episode: Send Jay podcast suggestions via email (info@jaybraggs.com) Send Jay podcast suggestions on Instagram @bookswithjaybraggs Grab the Cover Snob special edition of A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams. Follow Satisfiction Box on Instagram Shop Satisfiction's special...2024-07-0104 min
What Ya Reading?29. Reading Celebrity Books & Memoirs + What We Love About ThemIn today's episode, Jay is joined by her book bestie Brittany to discuss their shared love of reading celebrity books and memoirs. Tune in to hear them chat about what elements they look for in these stories and how they go about rating and recommending them. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 2:06 Reading Celebrity Memoirs 11:27 Should we always expect dramatic stories 16:50 Rating celebrity memoirs 24:24 Listening to memoirs on audio 38:56 Favorite memoirs 42:28 Reflection on Obama's books 58:06 Final thoughts and book recommendations 1:03:40 Lightning Round - There's a book for that 1:14:52 Books mentioned in...2024-06-241h 17
What Ya Reading?28. Reading From Monthly TBR Lists + Creating Bookish PlaylistsIn today's episode, Jay is chatting with fellow Bookstagrammer Tori from @readnoted. They're talking about the inspiration behind Tori's monthly themed TBR (to be read) list, how she selects books to focus on, and her self-proclaimed title as a Literary Hype Girl. They also discuss the intention behind Tori's monthly newsletter, which includes reading recommendations and book-themed playlists. What we talked about: Episode intro + housekeeping 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 2:33 Planning monthly TBR lists 20:58 Curating monthly bookish playlists 30:44 Listening to music as you read 33:29 Favorite reading playlists 37:57 Go to reading genre 42:24 Being a literary h...2024-06-171h 16
What Ya Reading?27. Reading Books That Evoke Strong EmotionsIn today's episode, Jay is sitting down with fellow Bookstagrammer Bri from @briisbooked to chat about reading books that evoke strong emotions. Tune in to listen to them chat about the books that have given them a range of emotions and how those emotions enhance their reading experience. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 1:18 Exploring new genres 5:06 Books that make us emotional 17:06 What makes a 5 star read 19:30 Having strong reactions to books 24:51 Reading historical stories from the Black perspective 27:16 Our favorite emotional books + recommendations 36:20 Lightning Round - There's a book for t...2024-06-101h 10
What Ya Reading?26. Reading LGBTQ+ and Diverse StoriesHappy Pride Month! In today's episode, Jay is sitting down with fellow Bookstagrammer Ann Marie to talk about LGBTQ+ books, representation, and reading diverse stories. Tune in to hear them chat about Ann Marie's favorite books, authors, and her passion for highlighting these stories on her platform. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 1:47 Books that Ann Marie is excited about 20:12 Being a champion for queer stories 25:02 Reading different types of LGBTQ+ stories 29:47 "Reading diversity is a joy, it's not a chore" 34:21 Finding exciting stories to read 36:11 Utilizing our libraries a...2024-06-031h 16
What Ya Reading?25. Reading Romance + Why We LOVE Love StoriesIf you are a lover of romance, or looking to read more from the genre, then this episode is for you. Today Jay is sitting down with fellow Bookstagrammer Niah to chat about their shared love of romance books. Tune in to hear them discuss what attracted them to the genre, their favorite books, and what authors they can't get enough of! What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 1:28 Requesting and reading ARCs 8:00 Books that sparked Niah's love of romance 12:14 Reading young adult r...2024-05-201h 05
CHGO Chicago Cubs PodcastCHGO Tavern Style: Kris Bryant & other Chicago sports stories that bum us outKris Bryant seems to be like a different athlete after leaving Chicago. What other stories of fallen Chicago athletes bum us out? Join Greg Braggs Jr. of CHGO Bears and Jay Zawaski of CHGO Blackhawks as they discuss what could have been.CHGO Tavern Style records each Monday-Thursday and can be downloaded as a podcast under The Chicago Sports Podcast feed on your favorite provider. An ALLCITY Network ProductionBECOME A DIEHARD! https://www.allchgo.com/diehard BUY OUR NE...2024-05-1610 min
CHGO Chicago Bulls PodcastCHGO Tavern Style: Kris Bryant & other Chicago sports stories that bum us outKris Bryant seems to be like a different athlete after leaving Chicago. What other stories of fallen Chicago athletes bum us out? Join Greg Braggs Jr. of CHGO Bears and Jay Zawaski of CHGO Blackhawks as they discuss what could have been.CHGO Tavern Style records each Monday-Thursday and can be downloaded as a podcast under The Chicago Sports Podcast feed on your favorite provider. An ALLCITY Network ProductionBECOME A DIEHARD! https://www.allchgo.com/diehard BUY OUR NE...2024-05-1610 min
THE Chicago Sports PodcastCHGO Tavern Style: Kris Bryant & other Chicago sports stories that bum us outKris Bryant seems to be like a different athlete after leaving Chicago. What other stories of fallen Chicago athletes bum us out? Join Greg Braggs Jr. of CHGO Bears and Jay Zawaski of CHGO Blackhawks as they discuss what could have been.CHGO Tavern Style records each Monday-Thursday and can be downloaded as a podcast under The Chicago Sports Podcast feed on your favorite provider. An ALLCITY Network ProductionBECOME A DIEHARD! https://www.allchgo.com/diehard BUY OUR NE...2024-05-1610 min
What Ya Reading?24. Reading From New Authors + Exploring Indie BooksIn today's episode, Jay is sitting down with fellow Bookstagrammer Bianca to chat about exploring new and indie authors. Tune in to hear how Bianca has discovered new favorite books and her passion for sharing works from indie authors. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 1:59 Our reading taste 8:51 Exploring the library 15:58 Exploring different types of authors and reading ARCs 17:52 Finding similar and indie authors 26:36 Reading epic fantasies 34:36 Bianca's reason for starting a Bookstagram 42:13 New favorite authors 48:22 Final book recommendations 51:49 Lightning Round - There's a book for that 54:06 Final Thoughts 01:06:28 ...2024-05-131h 08
What Ya Reading?23. Reading Books Over 500 Pages + Long Series RecommendationsAround here we like thick books (books over 500 pages). But if you aren't used to reading books of that size, they can be a little intimidating. In today's episode, Jay is sitting down with Bookstagrammer Stephany to chat about reading books with large page counts. Tune in to hear them talk about why they love thick books, how they approach reading them, and books they'd suggest picking up. Also - There is an exciting announcement coming soon. Be sure to join the email list to be the first to hear the news. What w...2024-05-061h 20
What Ya Reading?22. Reading & Collecting Special Editions + Book AestheticsIn today's episode, Jay is joined by fellow Bookstagrammer Amber and they're chatting about the joy of collecting special edition books. Tune in to learn how Amber started building her collection and tips on how you can start adding copies of your favorite books to your personal library. Also - There is an exciting announcement coming soon. Be sure to join the email list to be the first to hear the news. What we talked about: Intro and announcement 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 1:35 Taking aesthetically pleasing book photos 10:37 Collecting special editions + s...2024-04-291h 22
What Ya Reading?21. Reading Hood Feminism + Our Thoughts On The MovementIn today's episode, you'll be listening to a buddy-read discussion on Hood Feminism by Mikki Kendall. This book addresses the blind spots within the feminist movement. Tune in to hear Jay and the other book club members chat about their thoughts on this book, what they learned, and the impression it left on them. What we talked about: Intro 00:00 First impressions of the book 1:31 Our thoughts on feminism and the book 4:14 Where we think feminism is today 13:32 The importance of knowing history 24:08 Discussion about history and what we felt the book lacked 28:35 Discussion on wh...2024-04-1553 min
What Ya Reading?20. Reading Books That You Enjoy & How To Find ThemDo you ever feel like you're on a never-ending quest for the perfect read? And that "popular" books don't always live up to the hype? We know that feeling all too well. Today Jay is sitting down with fellow Bookstagrammer Kina to talk about how to discover your unique reading taste. Tune in to hear them discuss their reading preferences and share tips to help you find new books that you'll love. What we talked about: About today's episode 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 2:38 Finding your reading taste 7:21 Sharing negative book reviews 20:17 Utilizing the l...2024-04-0850 min
What Ya Reading?19. Reading Black Thriller & Horror NovelsThis week on What Ya Reading? we're jumping into the exciting and sometimes tense world of Black horror and thriller novels. Jay sat down fellow Bookstagrammer Chanel to chat about some of the books they've been loving in this genre. They also chat about what attracts them to the horror and thriller genre and the elements they look for when picking up these books. What we talked about: About today's episode 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 1:37 What attracts us to Black horror and thriller novels 6:25 Recent Black thriller and horror reads 9:59 The connection between d...2024-04-011h 11THE Chicago Sports PodcastCHGO Tavern Style: Is losing on MLB Opening Day harder for fans to deal with?Opening Day is here…kinda! We are one more day away from all 30 teams being in action to kick of the 2024 Major League Baseball Season. Join Jay Zawaski of CHGO Blackhawks and Greg Braggs Jr. of CHGO Bears as they debate if losing the first game of the season is the hardest loss for a fan’s season.CHGO Tavern Style records each Monday-Thursday and can be downloaded as a podcast under The Chicago Sports Podcast feed on your favorite provider. An ALLCITY Network ProductionBEC...2024-03-2806 min
What Ya Reading?18. Reading for Spiritual & Mental GrowthSometimes a book makes you feel seen. In today's episode, Jay is sitting down with her friend Leah to talk about The Garden Within by Anita Phillips; a book that connects nature, science, and spirituality. Tune in to hear them chat about their main takeaways from the book and how it made them both feel seen. They also talk about the concept of being the "strong woman" and the pressure to continue to "just keep moving forward". What we talked about: Episode intro - 00:00 Guest and topic intro - 1:56 Book setup - 10:10 Fi...2024-03-251h 04
What Ya Reading?17. Reading BIPOC Stories + Getting Comfortable With The UncomfortableIn today's episode, Jay is chatting with a friend and fellow book club member Rissa about reading from BIPOC narratives and how it has impacted their worldview. Tune in to hear them chat about how they've had to get comfortable with being uncomfortable when reading certain stories. They also talk about how they lean on books to expose them to different narratives and how Rissia uses books to teach her children about racial injustices. What we talked about: Rissia's recent reads Finding impactful and educational narratives to read Reading stories even when they are un...2024-03-181h 02
What Ya Reading?16. Reading With Full Schedules + Finding The Best Busy-Season BooksFinding the time to read in busy seasons can be difficult. We can't always plan for the busy moments but as we learn about our reading style we can find ways to adapt to those seasons. This week on the podcast, your host Jay is joined by fellow bookworm Brittany, to chat about making reading adjustments during life's busy chapters. They talk about how they identified their reading preferences and give the listeners suggestions for finding the best books to pick up when they're short on time. What we talked about: Reading when you h...2024-03-1131 min
What Ya Reading?15. Reading Romances by Kennedy Ryan + This Could Be Us (Spoiler-Free)Kennedy Ryan is known for crafting captivating and empowering romances with strong female leads. In this episode, Jay is joined by fellow Bookstagrammer, Tristen, for a deep dive into what makes Ryan's books so irresistible. Tune in to hear them chat about their favorite books from her catalog and how they admire her female characters who overcome challenges to claim their happily ever afters. They also have a spoiler-free discussion about Ryan's new book, This Could Be Us. What we talked about: Jump right to the episode discussion - 7:31 Why Kennedy Ryan is...2024-03-0456 min
What Ya Reading?14. Reading Atomic Habits + Finding Fun Fiction BooksAtomic Habits by James Clear has been one of the most influential personal development books over the last few years. And for good reason! In today's episode, Jay is chatting with Penelope, a fellow reader and online business owner, about how transformative this book has been for both of them. They discuss the concept of habit stacking and the importance of building small habits to achieve larger goals. They also discuss Penelope's desire to incorporate more fiction novels into her reading life and a few books that Jay suggests she begins with. 2024-02-261h 03
What Ya Reading?13. Reading The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher MurrayIn today's episode, you'll be listening to a buddy-read discussion of The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray. Tune in to hear Jay and the other book club members chat about their thoughts on this book and the impression it left on them. *Some of the contents discussed in this episode could be considered a spoiler. What we talked about: Our first impressions of the book. Belle as a confident and powerful female figure. The dangers of passing. The mental toll of passing. Our thoughts on Belle's life wit...2024-02-1952 min
What Ya Reading?12. Reading For Personal Development + Time ManagementTime management is a skill that we could all improve on. In today's episode, Jay and her guest Erica dive into the world of productivity and the books that can help us create more effective practices. Tune in as they chat about the reads that can support our goals of mastering our time, prioritizing tasks, and carving out space for self-care. This episode is especially for those who are multi-passionate and who are juggling content creation, business building, and/or chasing their dreams. What we talked about: What we look for in per...2024-02-1256 min
What Ya Reading?11. Reading Recommendations for Black History MonthIn honor of Black History Month, I wanted to share some reading suggestions. Tune in to hear recommendations from a variety of genres, including romance, historical fiction, thriller, horror, fantasy, and non-fiction. I also share some recommendations from a few of my bookish friends. Books mentioned in this episode: Anything by author Kennedy Ryan This Could Be Us by Kennedy Ryan Anything by author Tia Williams A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams Romance Recommendations Only For The Week by N...2024-02-0528 min
What Ya Reading?10. Reading African Mythology + Children of Blood & BoneAfrican mythology has always been a major influence on literature. In today's episode, Jay sits down with fellow book club member Taylore to talk about some of their favorite books that draw upon African Mythology and Folklore. Tune in to hear them chat about the books they believe embody the theme of Black Girl Magic and their thoughts on seeing African Mythology represented more in mainstream books. What we talked about: Exploring the term Black Girl Magic Finding African Mythology novels The role of women in African Mythology 2024-01-2955 min
What Ya Reading?9. Reading The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks + Dealing with Self-SabotageOn today's episode, Jay sits down with MJ, a multi-passionate influencer and online creator. They talk about The Big Leap by Gay Hendrix, which focuses on conquering hidden fears and taking life to the next level. Tune in to hear them chat about how this book helped them explore the concept of self-sabotage with the hopes of overcoming it. What we talked about: Being a multi-passionate person Overcoming hidden fears Understanding our upper limit Recognizing moments of self-sabotage Books mentioned in thi...2024-01-2224 min
What Ya Reading?8. Reading Sustainably + Overconsumption In The Bookish SpaceLiving a more sustainable lifestyle may not sound very attainable, especially for a book lover. Our book collections bring us joy. But maybe there is a way that we can be more sustainable when adding to our collections. Today, I'm sitting down with my friend Tyler to chat about what sustainability may look like for a book lover. We also discuss overconsumption, how it may apply to the book industry, and potential ways to be more eco-conscious. What we talked about: What is sustainable living What happens to the book...2024-01-1559 min
What Ya Reading?7. BONUS - Reading Big Magic + Books That Spark CreativityWhen I sat down to record Episode 7 with Shanell, we had no idea that the conversation would take us in so many different directions. While the main content can be found in the original episode, I also wanted to share some of the other things we talked about. This conversation is what happens when I sit down with girlfriends to chat about a book and then up talking about life. This bonus content is a more personal episode. Quick warning that some of the topics covered are about grief and struggles wi...2024-01-1329 min
What Ya Reading?7. Reading Big Magic + Books That Spark CreativityWe all have creative dreams. But sometimes we struggle taking action on those ideas. In today's episode, I sat down with my guest Shanell to explore the mindset shifts that she learned from Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert. She reveals how this book helped her in her life, her business, and on her creative journey. We also talked about other books that ignite creativity and spark our imagination when we need it most. What we talked about: Our thoughts on Big Magic. Learning what we need from the books we pick up.2024-01-081h 01
What Ya Reading?6. Reading Goals for the New Year2024 is gearing up to be an amzing reading year. At least, that's what it feels like. In today's episode, I'm thrilled to introduce you to a special guest: my little sister! We sat down over the holidays to chat about our general reflections on our 2023 reads and unveil our goals for 2024. Tune in to hear us discuss our thoughts on bookish trends on social media and the adjustments we're eager to implement in our reading lives. What we talked about: General thoughts about our 2023 reading....2024-01-0653 min
What Ya Reading?5. Reading Wrap Up - My Top 10 of 2023It's time to wrap up my reading from 2023. In today's episode, I'm breaking down my reading stats and my top books. Tune in to hear what made my top 10 and how I feel about my overall reading from 2023. What I talked about: My reading stats. My top 10 books of 2023. My honorable mentions. Books mentioned in this episode: How The Word Is Passed by Clint Smith Ring Shout by P. Djèlí Clark Destiny's Captive by Beverly Jenkins Long Shot by K...2024-01-0127 min
What Ya Reading?4. Reading to Support Our Mental Health & Self Exploration JourneyReading to support our mental health journey is important. But, it can be difficult to find helpful and relatable options. Our guest Arienne works closely with mental health professionals and is here to share her thoughts about the evolving nature of "self help" books. Tune in to hear about what we look for in supportive mental health materials and the reads that have helped us on our self-exploration journey. What we talked about: Mindset shifts around finances and creating wealth. What we consider a mental health book. Fi...2023-12-1843 min
What Ya Reading?3. Reading Biting the Hand by Julia LeeIn today's episode, you'll listen to a buddy read discussion on Biting the Hand by Julia Lee. In this memoir, Julia shares her experience growing up Asian in a black-and-white America. Tune in to hear Jay and the other book club members chat about their thoughts on this book and the impression it left on them. *Some of the contents discussed in this episode could be considered a spoiler. What we talked about: Our first impressions of the book. Julia's parent's immigration story. Dealing with th...2023-12-1134 min
What Ya Reading?2. Reading Winter BooksIn today's episode, Jay sits down with her book bestie Brittany to chat about their winter reading. Tune in to hear the books they'd recommend to other readers and what they have on their TBR list this winter and holiday season. What we talked about: Introducing you to one of my book besties. What we look for in our winter reading. The struggle of finding good holiday books. Winter books we suggest. Winter books we're excited to read. Books mentioned in thi...2023-12-0559 min
What Ya Reading?1. Reading More: Tips to Increase Your Reading VolumeIt's the first episode of the podcast! Today Jay is sitting down for a solo episode to chat about her top tips for increasing your reading volume. If you are looking to get back into the habit of reading, or if you want to improve your reading journey, tune in to hear Jay discuss the five things that have helped her read more books each year. What I talked about: My reading background. Building a strong reading habit. How reading has helped me relax. ...2023-12-0433 min
What Ya Reading?What Ya Reading? (Trailer)Description: Welcome to What Ya Reading?, a new podcast where I'll connect with fellow book enthusiasts to chat about our latest reads, the topics that fuel our book obsession, and all the things that keep us glued to those pages. What Ya Reading? premiers on Monday, December 4, 2023, with new episodes releasing weekly. Connect with Jay: Follow Jay on Instagram @bookswithjaybraggs Join us on the Geneva App for our December Buddy Read - The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray Don’t forget to like, review, and...2023-12-0401 min
Follow ME OneFollow Me 87.6 - Ed 318Welcome to the magical world of Follow Me 87.6 where you can listen to the latest news of contemporary Jazz or Smooth Jazz, we open edition 318, we start with the release of his first album by David Margam INMUNE.
Good listening, as my friend Roberto Tola says
Playlist:
David Margam – Sensibility (Ft. Sergio Hidalgo)
David Margam – On May Way (Ft. Carlos Camilo)
Rob Zinn – Amante
Rob Zinn – Anything Can Happen
Mark Jaimes – Midnight Rendezvous
Paul Brown – 7 and 7 (Ft. Euge Groove)
Euphoria West - Studio City (Ft. Dante’)
Tarik Clark – Come On
Ultrablue – Soul Candy (Ft. Randy Brecker)
Patrick Lamb – Everybody Get Up
Igor Fedotov – So...2023-04-161h 50
The Souled Out ShowThe Souled Out Show February 19th 20231 Wrapped Up - Cale Austin
2 On The Good Foot 2 - Chris Kingdon
3 Maybe You're The One (Rob Hardt) - Cool Million Ft Suzanne Orum
4 Love Crime - Carmen Jones
5 Four Letter Word - Terri Tobin
6 Crazy - Danny Boy
7 Never Gonna Give You Up - Jay Diggs
8 It Started With A Kiss - Chris Jasper
9 Deja Vu - Reel People Ft Raheen DeVaughan
10 Heaven Sent - Terrill Paul
11 Say Less - Carlos Budd Ford
12 If I Was Your Man - Reel People/ Michael Champion
13 Anticipating - BflyladyDi
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Beyond Small TalkS4 E2: Circle Of Women with Jay Braggs
Real women. Real Conversations. Elevating womankind one talk at a time.
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Jay Jay was a bright shining introverted star. Giving her a huge shout out for showing up and delivering. It's not easy yet she makes it look that way.
So how do you cultivate a circle of women?
Jay Jay's Tip #1: Look within your current friendship and network? Who do you share values with and how can you create more of that? Does you friends have friends who have friends you can tap into.2023-01-2026 min
ThinkTech HawaiiGun Violence, Race, and the Big Picture (Thinking Things Through)Critical Thinking for Critical Times. The host for this show is Michael Sukhov. The guest is Alphonso Braggs.
We discuss gun violence, racism, and mass shootings in the United States in the context of the long history of violence against Blacks and other peoples of color. We discuss the connections among issues of race, racism, poverty, violence, social inequality and injustice, and how these issues relate to other problems American society faces today, such as the climate crisis, massive economic inequality, the Coronavirus pandemic, and the lack of adequate, affordable health care, among others.
The Thin...2022-07-0829 min
Emerging Brands PodcastJay BraggsHow do you launch a product-based business?! This week I'm interviewing Jay Braggs, launch magager and event planner to discuss all the ways you can launch and activate your brand. This is a must listen episode for product-based business owners as Jay provides amazing advice! 2022-06-2938 min
Let's Talk Orange21. Dealing With Pivots in Life & Business Pivots are a natural part of the business journey. Recognizing when changes are needed is a skill you learn in real-time. In today’s episode, Kendra and JayJay are joined by Tyler to chat about navigating through seasons of pivots and breaks. They share the lessons they’ve learned over the last year and give tips on how to navigate through seasons of change. What we talked about: Dealing with pivots Using social media for fun Trying ma...2022-01-1949 min