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Middle Ground PodcastWrapping Up the Year: A Chat with Jo & CarolineIn this laid-back episode, Jo and Caroline catch up on life, share some laughs, and chat about all the random things on their minds as the year winds down. No agenda, no filters—just two friends having a conversation. Grab a cozy drink and join us- oh, and Happy New Year!2024-12-3150 minMiddle Ground PodcastWE'RE BACKK!! WHAT'S FOY?Hello everyone, welcome back to Middle Ground! We are so happy that you are here. Caroline and Jo are catching you all up on life updates, and then getting straight into some Drink FOY questions. Caroline dives into her journey of sober curiosity, sobriety, 75 hard journey, and a quick timeline of how FOY came to be. Tune into listen!!FOLLOW US: https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/ JO: https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby/CAROLINE: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/DRINK FOY: https://www.instagram.com/drink.foy/Please enjoy code: 'MGP10' for 10...2023-10-3051 minMiddle Ground PodcastCAROLINE'S SOUTH AFRICA ADVENTUREHappy Monday! The girls are back on the mic discussing Caroline's South African trip. She dives into culture, game drives, being with locals, etc. Tune in to listen!!2023-07-1755 minMiddle Ground PodcastVOGUE'S 73 QUESTIONS W CAROLINEThis week Caroline answers "Vogue's 73 questions" ! Tune in to listen!!2022-09-1245 minMiddle Ground PodcastBEST TRAVELING TIPS W CAROLINE STELTEOn this week's episode Caroline is solo on the mic talking about her best travel tips! Visiting over 11 countries and multiple cities across the globe, Caroline feels like she has some unique tips from her experiences. Everything from safety, cheap flights, and more is in this episode- enjoy!2022-08-221h 08Middle Ground PodcastSPRING CLEANING- NEW SEASON, NEW GROWTH!In this week's episode, Jo and Caroline discuss their tips for a successful Spring! Decluttering, decluttering, decluttering is what this episode is all about. Tune in to listen, and happy Spring!!Topics: Refreshing in the new season: 19: 50Getting rid of clothes: 21:20Declutter your car: 31:37Don’t be embarrassed to be dirty: 36:36Declutter your mind: 47:31Our Website and Merch: https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/Follow us on Instagram:2022-04-1856 minMiddle Ground PodcastSMASH OR PASS W GUEST RAEGAN SNELLIn this week's episode Jo and Caroline have a guest with them! Raegan Snell joins the girls in a fun game of "Smash or Pass". Tune in to get a laugh in! Raegan Snell- INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/raeganbuckley/Our Website and Merch: https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/Follow us on Instagram:Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/Jo: https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby/Caroline: 2022-04-041h 03Middle Ground PodcastMONTHLY ADVICE COLUMN- READING LISTENER EMAILSHappy Thursday!! How is it already the end of March?? Jo and Caroline are discuss all things friendship, how to build a community, moving, and more! Tune in to listen!Topics: How to set myself up for a successful move: 8:29Quitting Comparison: 16:15Making your own friends as an adult: 18:47Friends that care about approval: 24:33Deciding where to move: 31:35Places to go in Rome: 38:22Our Website and Merch: https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/...2022-03-3142 minMiddle Ground PodcastMIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS WHILE BEING A CHEERLEADERIn this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss the power of minding your own business. They dive into the importance of staying in your own lane while also being a good cheerleader for others. Tune in to have a listen!!Topics:Life is full of peaks and valleys: 5:06Always looking for the next good thing: 6:45Staying in your own lane: 11:30You can be two things at once: 15:05Consuming media: 16:18How to be a better friend: 21:01Stop taking things personal: 26:05...2022-03-2147 minMiddle Ground PodcastBASIC ISN'T BAD!Happy Middle Ground Monday! The girls are on the mic this week talking all about how being basic isn't bad! They dive into how staying true to who you are is what will bring you the most happiness. Tune in to listen!Topics: Letting others opinions impact what you like: 6:39Things are basic for a reason 8:08Deciding things are only for some people: 10:08Embrace your passions: 14:04Pay attention to what you give value to: 18:18“Basic” is misogynistic 22:39You can’t live life if...2022-03-1449 minMiddle Ground PodcastHAVING A HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP WITH TECHNOLOGYIn this episode of Middle Ground, Jo and Caroline discuss how to manage their screen time. Although they both admit they are no experts in this field, the girls give their best tips and ticks to living a life beyond technology. Tune in to listen!!Topics: Eliminating all screens, not just your phone: 9:45Focus on a positive use of screen time: 12:43Obsessing over the lives of others 15:50Choose who you follow: 18:25Don’t use your phone to cope: 22:02Binge watching T.V.: 25:00Ti...2022-03-0751 minMiddle Ground PodcastFEBRUARY BONUS - ADVICE FEAT MATT OVERBYHappy Thursday!! Every last Thursday of every month, Jo and Caroline answer any advice needed by listeners. This week however, Matt Overby is on the mic with Jo. They answer questions of listeners, and Jo asks Matt what he would tell his younger self.Topics: Less stress around money: 2:15Moving out on your own: 11:34Giving relationships effort: 15:363 things Matt would tell younger him: 29:44Shop Our Merch: https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/shop...2022-02-2436 minMiddle Ground PodcastTWELVE THINGS JO WISHES SHE COULD TELL YOUNGER HERJo takes the mic solo to talk the things she would immediately tell younger her if given the opportunity. Topics: One moment can change your entire course of life: 2:53Always be making new friends: 4:50Document Everything: 7:18Take care of yourself: 11:10Your mom is always right: 12:13You get what you put into relationships: 14:00Celebrate the people around you: 17:39You don’t need that: 19:02Learn to meditate 25:19You look great: 27:17Shop Our...2022-02-2133 minMiddle Ground PodcastTHE EVOLUTION OF SOCIAL MEDIA- OUR THOUGHTSIn this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss the evolution of social media. They dive into how consuming it is, what their first social was, and more! Tune in to here an interesting conversation about what consumes most of our lives. Topics: The first forms of social media: 14:12The pivot to influencers: 25:50Are internet personalities celebrities: 30:57Relatability online: 37:25Casual Instagram: 45:34TikTok: 50:27Shop Our Merch: https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/shopFollow us on Ins...2022-02-141h 09Middle Ground PodcastDO'S & DON'TS OF WEDDINGS- FROM A WEDDING PHOTOG'S PERSPECTIVEJo and Caroline have shot over 200+ weddings and they have quite literally seen it all! Join them as they give their “do’s and don’ts” of weddings! They discuss wedding favors, dj vs. bands, and more! Bride to be or not, you’ll most likely enjoy this lighthearted episode!Topics: Small vs big weddings: 7:19Family photos: 12:21Reception outfit change: 17:48It’s not your mom's day: 18:25First looks: 19:18Bride and groom set the tone: 22:40Wedding favors: 26:44Your dre...2022-02-0746 minMiddle Ground PodcastMONTHLY ADVICE COLUMN- READING LISTENER EMAILSWe made it to the end of the month - first advice episode Caroline takes the mic to talk about all things friendship, jealousy, living with your SO, and more!Questions:Should I Transfer Colleges: 2:00How to stop jealous feelings and make friends: 6:24What to do when you have problems with parents: 11:05How to deal with high school friendships: 14:16Living with Chris: 19:33What would you invent: 24:44Shop Our Merch: https://www.m...2022-01-2730 minMiddle Ground PodcastDOG MOM UPDATE- WITH CAROLINEIn this week’s episode Caroline is solo on the mic talking all about her puppy, Frankie. Caroline answers listener questions on Frankie’s training, personality, potty training tips and so much more! Tune in to get all the puppy fever;) Topics:Getting Frankie: 5:40Deciding to train her: 14:57Biggest fears with owning a dog: 24:29Does she have trouble off lease: 27:30Would you send her to doggy daycare: 28:58How does she do alone: 30:20Advice for potty training: 32:07Why did you decid...2022-01-2459 minMiddle Ground PodcastSTYLE VS. TRENDS VS. TASTEIn this week's episode Jo and Caroline are back on the mic for their first episode of 2022!! They are discussing the difference between style, trends, & taste in order to live a more purposeful life. Topics: Keeping up with trends: 8:19Trends in home décor: 16:26When to shop trends: 30:06Do you like it because it’s good style or your taste: 35:52Get off the internet: 47:00Shop Our Merch: https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/shopFollow us on Instagram:Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/Jo: h...2022-01-171h 00Middle Ground PodcastRECAP OF 2021, GOALS FOR 2022, & MORE!In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss their 2021 as a whole, share their new goals for the new year, and give advice on how they set their goals. This is the last episode of 2021, and the girls will be back and better than ever in January. Human Design Website: https://www.myhumandesign.com/get-your-chart/Topics: 2022 word of the year: 10:56Year in review: 13:54Goals for 2022: 20:37Steps for goal setting: 43:47Shop Our Merch: https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/shopFollow us on Instagram:...2021-12-2059 minMiddle Ground PodcastQ&A WITH CAROLINEHappy Middle Ground Monday! Today Caroline is on the mic answering some listener questions. Tune in to hear advice on high school advice, people pleasing, and more!Small Business Shout Out:Shimmer Shack: https://www.instagram.com/shimmershackmi/ Go check her out!!!Topics: Advice for your high school self: 1:58How to cope with sadness: 6:57How to deal with others opinions of you: 11:45How to quit your job: 16:06 Do likes matter for creating content: 22:20Recommendations for NWA: 26:402021-12-0636 minMiddle Ground PodcastBALANCING YOLO WITH "WHAT IF?"In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss finding the balance between preparing vs. living. They give their tips on how they conquer finding the middle ground in their lives. Small Bussiness Shoutout: Beverly Wills:Insta: @beverlywillsxo Art By Karin: @artbykarin9Rigg Calligraphy Co:@riggcalligrahphycoTopics:Set your priorities: 13:56Live with purpose: 19:21Learning to say no to what doesn’t bring you joy: 22:28Realizing it’s good to have routines and plans: 26:10...2021-11-2249 minMiddle Ground PodcastDIFFERENT PATHS JUST MEANS MORE TO CELEBRATE- BEING A CHEERLEADER 101In this episode Jo and Caroline discuss how important it is to be a cheerleader for others. They dive into how everyone in life is on their own path, and it's not a competition. Tune in to hear advice on how to be a better cheerleader for others! Small Business Shout Out: The Grooming PeachDog Grooming Salon in Mountain Home, Idaho @thegroomingpeach@_thepeach Topics: Stop Focusing on Everyone Else: 8:36Showing Up for Others: 12:42 Friendship Ups and Downs: 16:34 More to Celebrate: 20:34You Can’t Win Life: 28:33Shop Our Merch: 2021-11-0846 minMiddle Ground PodcastMOVING IN TOGETHER?? FT. CHRIS PARRYIn this episode Chris and Caroline are on the mic! They are breaking down the steps their taking to moving in together. Listen in to hear some advice, have a laugh, and more! Topics: Pros and Cons for living together: 13:48How do you bring it up to your family: 18:45Struggles living together: 24:38Separate spaces and décor: 32:44Trust: 37:30How we split responsibilities: 38:11Know your love languages: 44:48Our Website and Merch: https://www...2021-11-011h 01Middle Ground PodcastMONTHLY ADVICE COLUMN FT. CHRIS PARRY- READING LISTENER EMAILSHappy Thursday!! Every last Thursday of every month, Jo and Caroline answer any advice needed by listeners. This week however, Chris Parry (Caroline's boyfriend) is on the mic with Caroline. They answer questions of listeners, and Caroline asks Chris some male questions at the end to get a male perspective on the pod! Tune in to hear some advice and have a laugh.Questions: Introducing a significant other to your family: 3:54 Balancing friendships and romantic relationships: 9:42How to fill a friendship void: 17:30What is your biggest ick: 26:35...2021-10-2847 minMiddle Ground PodcastSCARY STORIES- READING LISTENER EMAILSHappy Halloween week! Jo and Caroline are on the mic this week reading spooky stories. Tune in to get into the Halloween spirit!!Our Website and Merch: https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/Follow us on Instagram:Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/Jo: https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby/Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/Follow us on TikTok: ...2021-10-2555 minMiddle Ground PodcastDON'T WORK AT WHO YOU WANT TO BE, WORK AT WHO YOU ARE.In this episode Jo and Caroline direct the quote, "Don't work at who you want to be, work at who you are." They dive into the importance of knowing yourself and what real really about, not living for other people's expectations of you. Topics:Figuring out who you are vs. trying to be who you want: 14:22Tips for focusing on who you are: 17:40Changing your identity based on who is around you: 25:43 Our Website and Merch: https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co...2021-10-1846 minMiddle Ground PodcastHOW TO ORGANIZE YOUR LIFE AS YOUR OWN BOSSIn this week's episode Jo and Caroline dive into the topic of being an entrepreneur. Listen in to hear ways they life to stay organized in their life- while balancing work and play. Topics: Time management differences: 16:51You deserve a personal life: 25:56Finding time for social media 29:54Structure things you don’t like: 37:29Don’t be afraid to outsource: 43:43Our Website and Merch: https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/Follow us on I...2021-10-101h 04Middle Ground PodcastAM I TOO CONFIDENT?? READING EMAIL EPISODE REQUESTIn this week's episode Jo and Caroline dive into toxic positivity, being "too confident," and other people not liking you. Topics: Am I too confident email: 7:25Insecurity surrounding your character: 12:15Different perspectives: 16:05Sharing the good on social media: 18:00It’s not about you: 19:37We can all be unhealthy: 22:35Handling negative feedback and friendships ending: 26:59Taking separate paths: 28:50You can’t be too confident: 32:13Secure vs. confident: 40:47Mean DM: 48:202021-10-041h 02Middle Ground PodcastMONTHLY ADVICE COLUMN- READING LISTENER EMAILSHappy Thursday! Every last Thursday of each month Jo and Caroline read listener emails advice column!! In this episode they are talking all about new jobs, dealing with bad MIL, balancing school & sports, and more!Questions: How to overcome a lack of belonging at work: 9:45How to balance all your commitments: 16:52Advice on starting a new job: 23:29Tips for staying motivated: 26:00Issues with in-law's: 34:58How to balance your life as your own boss: 42:10Our Website and Merch: ...2021-09-3049 minMiddle Ground PodcastSAYING "NO": A FORM OF SELF-CAREIn this week's episode Jo and Caroline are talking about how to say the dreaded word... "no." Saying "no" can be hard for some, but it is actually a form of self care in some cases. Tune in to hear the girls chat away about their reasoning saying no is beneficial.Topics: Saying no is a form of self care: 21:51The worst they can say is no: 23:28Know your values and who you are: 25:10Ways to say no: 27:10Saying no to family: 30:22Telling y...2021-09-271h 07Middle Ground PodcastPUPPY TALK- WITH CAROLINE STELTEIn this episode Caroline is solo on the mic talking about her new puppy, Frankie!! She explains her adoption process, why she chose a Dalmatian, and how training is going so far! 2021-09-2048 minMiddle Ground PodcastHOT GIRL YEAR ROUNDIn this episode Jo and Caroline discuss how to be a hot girl allll year round- not just in the summer! They give their best tips on how to keep your mindset healthy and how to enjoy the present moment in whatever season you're in. Topics:Goals for the fall: 12:41Your freedom isn’t gone: 16:38There is always something good: 20:33Enjoy the change: 22:57Handling change with your partner: 25:25Hot girl year round: 26:58Our Website and Merch: 2021-09-1352 minMiddle Ground PodcastMONTHLY ADVICE COLUMN- READING LISTENER EMAILSEvery last Thursday of the month Jo and Caroline read answer advice you have! Tune in to here advice on high school drama, birth control, and more!Questions: Advice on birth control: 8:38Advice on finding friends: 12:18How to know you are on the right path: 17:54How to remove someone who makes you feel bad: 22:23How to deal with mean peers: 25:56Our Website and Merch: https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/Fo...2021-08-2632 minMiddle Ground PodcastCAPSULE WARDROBE 101In this week's episode of Middle Ground, Jo and Caroline talk with you about capsule wardrobes. They tell you the importance of incorporating stable items into your closet. Tune in to listen!Topics: What is a capsule wardrobe: 5:50Why you would want a capsule wardrobe: 9:09Get rid of clothes that don’t serve you: 12:38Invest in pieces: 14:00How to start a capsule wardrobe: 18:50Know when will work for you: 26:56Look online for inspiration: 31:18Our Website and Merch: ...2021-08-2342 minMiddle Ground Podcast20 QUESTIONS - GET TO KNOW US EDITION!!!In this week's episode Jo and Caroline answer fun questions about themselves to get listeners' get to know them a little more! Tune in to hear lots of laughs Questions:What was your favorite age growing up: 16:05Extrovert or introvert: 17:24How many siblings do you have: 20:42Favorite Holiday: 23:04Favorite sleeping position: 23:51Camping or beach: 25:32WHat song gets you on the dance floor: 26:30Do you like crust on your sandwich or not: 31:17Cook or order in: 32:57F...2021-08-1656 minMiddle Ground PodcastFINANCIAL ADVICE PART II- Q&AIn this week's episode Jo and Caroline answer financial questions sent in by listeners. Tune in to hear their tips on budgeting, "money is energy" mindset, and more! You're not going to want to miss out!Topics: How to budget while maintaining money is energy mindset: 9:42How to know when to spend the money you save: 15:39Tips for teenagers: 19:18How to stop buying things you don’t need: 21:42Finance books and creators we recommend: 29:43How much to spend on yourself: 32:04Building a war...2021-08-0959 minMiddle Ground PodcastGEN Z VS. MILLENNIALSHappy Monday! In this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss assumptions about their generations. Tune in to see you if you agree or disagree. Topics: Short attention spans: 10:09Stability vs dream job: 14:27How they respond to the political climate: 19:57 Concern about the cost of education: 23:22Gen Z are better multi taskers: 28:13Kids and technology: 36:25Gen Z tends to ghost and job hop: 40:30Our Website and Merch: https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/Foll...2021-08-0257 minMiddle Ground PodcastMONTHLY ADVICE COLUMN- READING LISTENER EMAILSHappy Thursday, Friends!! Bonus episode is live- we are answering any advice listeners need. Email us at hello@middlegroundpodcast.co for any advice you need on any and all topics. Topics: How to handle disagreements in friendships: 9:00Support from your friends on your accomplishments: 12:34Advice for engagement photos: 15:37How to deal with burnout: 19:30How to move your business to a new state: 21:18How to not be toxic and learn to trust: 23:33How to create a routine when you move out on yo...2021-07-2936 minMiddle Ground PodcastQUIT WORRYING ABOUT WHAT'S NEXT- LIVING IN THE PRESENT AND HAVING GRATITUDEIn this week's episode Jo and Caroline touch on having gratitude for the "in-between" moments. They feel like having gratitude for the good, bad, and even ugly parts of life truly does= happiness. Tune in to listen!Topics: Learn to love to brush your teeth: 5:40The worst time of your life: 7:10Feeling behind: 12:24Living between big events: 18:12Comparing yourself to others: 18:38Enjoy your life: 22:19Break your day into quarters: 26:27I will be happy when: 32:45Comments online: 50:13...2021-07-261h 12Middle Ground PodcastHOW TO OPTIMIZE PRODUCTIVITYIn this week's episode Jo and Caroline discuss their tips in optimizing productivity. Listen to feel ready to tackle your to-do list and get your life together!Topics: Wake up earlier: 11:52Pick up your space: 13:10Make your bed: 18:40Put your phone away: 19:40Do your biggest task first: 23:56Protect your energy: 25:08To do list: 27:43Put your headphones on: 31:20Our Website and Merch: https://www.middlegroundpodcast.co/...2021-07-1949 minMiddle Ground PodcastRUNNING WITH YOUR PASSION W/ GUEST KK HUDSONIn this week's episode Caroline and Jo interview the Co-Owner of Mamaka Bowls, KK Hudson. KK is a entrepreneur, creative genius, and ultimate cool girl. KK talks through her bussiness journey and encourages others to take the leap to do what you love!KK HUDSON: @kkhudsonMAMAKA BOWLS: @mamakabowls @mamakasunnysideTopics: Meet KK Hudson: 6:52The college experience: 12:54The start of Mamaka: 16:18You don’t need to have everything figured out: 28:38The Sunny Side: 33:44Doors open: 36:34Life Motto: 47:412021-07-121h 00