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The Well - The Source of Something GreaterFrom Radio to Podcasting: Joe Pardavila's JourneySend a textIn this episode, Andrew and Kathryn welcome Joe Pardavila, a seasoned podcaster and former radio host. Joe shares his journey from radio to podcasting, emphasizing the importance of passion in content creation. He discusses cultural differences between the East Coast and South, the impact of the pandemic on career transitions, and the value of improv in enhancing creativity. Joe's insights provide a unique perspective on navigating the digital media landscape and the significance of doing what you love. In this conversation, Joe discusses the transformative power of improv in both personal and professional settings...
2026-02-2358 min
Silver Disobedience® Perception Dynamics™ with Dian Griesel: How People Think, Lead & Create SuccessConversation Dynamics: Learning from Radio & Podcast Pro Joe Pardavila@SilverDisobedience Perception Dynamics Host Dian Griesel interviews Joe Pardavila, bestselling author of “Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations in Business and Life” and a veteran media professional who has produced over 10,000 hours of radio and podcast content, including work on The Scott and Todd Morning Show on WPLJ. They discuss why conversation feels degraded today, contrasting online shouting and social-media amplification with real-life hesitancy driven by introversion and learned fear of asking questions. Joe argues that meaningful communication is often better by phone or in person because tone and energy get lost in text, while quick logistics can be handled via...
2026-02-2347 min
The Authority CompanyThe 80 Percent Rule Behind Scaling Any BusinessIn this episode of Entrepreneur | Authorities, Joe Pardavila sits down with Charles Sims, founder of SkaFld Studio and “Hurricane CTO,” to break down why nearly 80 percent of every business is built on repeatable systems and how leaders who master that foundation scale faster with less chaos.Charles introduces the SkaFld Anywhere methodology, a framework designed to systemize the core operations behind growth across any industry. From turning a single indoor pickleball venue into a franchise ready operation, to guiding school districts through AI adoption with clarity and trust, Charles shows why strong infrastructure matters more than flashy ideas.
2026-02-1245 min
The Authority CompanyDr. Michael Horowitz on Fixing Higher Education From the InsideIn this episode of The Authority Company Podcast, Joe Pardavila sits down with Dr. Michael Horowitz to unpack why higher education struggles to change and what leaders can do instead.Dr. Horowitz is the founder of the Community Solution Education System, a nonprofit network of independent colleges built on radical cooperation. Drawing from his career as a clinical psychologist, university president, and system builder, he explains how higher education became siloed, why small fixes fail, and how cooperation creates scale without erasing identity.The conversation moves from Dr. Horowitz’s personal story, including the early lesson of learning to ask fo...
2026-01-2037 minThe Authority CompanyWhat the Camino Taught Me About Leadership with Peter D. SchwartzIn this episode of The Authority Company Podcast, Joe Pardavila sits down with CEO coach, author, and longtime Vistage Master Chair Peter D. Schwartz for a conversation about leadership, growth, and what happens when success strategies stop working. Peter shares the story behind his walk on the Camino de Santiago, a 45-day pilgrimage across northern Spain, and how the journey became a mirror for his own leadership evolution. He explains the moment on the Camino that forced him to confront exhaustion, imperfection, and the limits of chasing mastery, and how that experience reshaped his view of purpose, growth, and meaning...
2026-01-1233 min
Next On Scene: The Human Behind The BrandStories That Stick: Lessons from Joe PardavilaJoe Pardavila is a veteran media professional who has produced more than 10,000 hours of podcasts and radio. A former personality on New York’s 95.5 PLJ with the “Scott & Todd in the Morning” show, he is also the bestselling author of Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations in Business and Life. Today, Joe shares unfiltered takes on creativity, communication, and personal growth through his videos, blogs, and podcasts.
2025-10-3045 min
Becoming NEXTonSCENE™Stories That Stick: Lessons from Joe PardavilaJoe Pardavila is a veteran media professional who has produced more than 10,000 hours of podcasts and radio. A former personality on New York’s 95.5 PLJ with the “Scott & Todd in the Morning” show, he is also the bestselling author of Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations in Business and Life. Today, Joe shares unfiltered takes on creativity, communication, and personal growth through his videos, blogs, and podcasts.
2025-10-3045 minThe Authority CompanyFrom Patient to Pioneer: Dr. Sherry McAllister on Reimagining HealthcareOn this episode of The Authority Company Podcast, Joe Pardavila sits down with Dr. Sherry McAllister, author of Adjusted Reality: Supercharge Your Whole Being for Optimal Living and Longevity. Dr. McAllister shares her personal journey from aspiring pediatric oncologist to passionate chiropractor after a devastating car accident changed the course of her life. Sherry and Joe discuss the historic struggles of chiropractic pioneers, the AMA’s campaign to discredit the profession, and why so many people still misunderstand chiropractic care. Dr. McAllister also explains how chiropractic adjustments work, the importance of patient empowerment, and the “seven pillars” of whole-being health she ou...
2025-10-2743 min
The Daily Helping435. “Give an inch, get one inch closer” | Crafting Better Conversations with Joe PardavilaWe sit down with Joe Pardavila—radio veteran with more than 10,000 hours behind the mic on New York’s 95.5 PLJ’s Scott & Todd Morning Show and author of the bestseller Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations in Business and Life. Now a creator and producer of entrepreneur-focused podcasts, Joe brings a storyteller’s toolkit to modern communication: curiosity, humility, and genuine care for the person across from us.Joe shows us why great conversations start with comfort, not ego. He shares how a misstep with a superstar guest taught him the cardinal rule: it’s not about...
2025-10-1335 minThe Daily Helping435. “Give an inch, get one inch closer” | Crafting Better Conversations with Joe PardavilaWe sit down with Joe Pardavila—radio veteran with more than 10,000 hours behind the mic on New York’s 95.5 PLJ’s Scott & Todd Morning Show and author of the bestseller Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations in Business and Life. Now a creator and producer of entrepreneur-focused podcasts, Joe brings a storyteller’s toolkit to modern communication: curiosity, humility, and genuine care for the person across from us.Joe shows us why great conversations start with comfort, not ego. He shares how a misstep with a superstar guest taught him the cardinal rule: it’s not about...
2025-10-1335 min
The Global Show with Dave BensonThe Dave Benson Show Podcast - Joe PardavilaThis week on The Dave Benson Show, we sit down with Joe Pardavila broadcaster, podcaster, author, and storyteller who’s spent decades behind the mic and in front of audiences.In this episode, Joe opens up about:His deeply personal connection to the Twin Towers and how that moment shaped his outlook on life and media.What it’s really like crossing paths with Taylor Swift (including one very memorable radio interview moment you won’t forget).Joe brings the perfect mix of honesty, humor, and reflection, and you’ll see why he’s...
2025-10-121h 05The Authority CompanyOil, Grit, and the American Dream: Investing with Rich TabakaIn this episode of The Authority Company Podcast, host Joe Pardavila sits down with entrepreneur and oilman Rich Tabaka, author of How to Invest in Oil: Stories, Insights, and Strategic Recommendations from an Oil Entrepreneur.Rich isn't your typical oil tycoon—he's a first-generation American who left the construction industry to dive headfirst into oil exploration in, of all places, Kansas. They talk about Rich's blue-collar upbringing, his transition from construction to energy, and what really goes into drilling a well—beyond just the technical know-how.Rich walks listeners through how anyone (well, any accredited investor) can...
2025-07-3027 minThe Authority CompanyKathryn Henry's Dime Moments: Finding Love, Light, and AFGOs After LossExecutive leader and spiritual seeker Kathryn Henry (Gap, Levi’s, Lululemon) joins Joe Pardavila for a profound conversation about love, loss, and finding light in grief’s darkest moments. Following the decade-long battle and passing of her wife Lisa to cancer, Kathryn wrote A Dime to Say I Love You—sharing how tragedy sparked her spiritual awakening. She reveals intimate details of their relationship, Lisa’s courageous journey, and the "dime moments" that became spiritual lifelines after her passing. Kathryn also unpacks her transformative "AFGO" philosophy (Another Frickin' Growth Opportunity), reframing pain with dark humor and resilience.In this raw...
2025-07-2336 min
Podcasters Row, Hosted by KingOfPodcastsJoe Pardavila on "Good Listen" and the Art of Audio StorytellingJoe Pardavila, a media veteran, discussing his career in radio and his current work, including his book Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations In Business And Life and the podcast "Good Listen."Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations In Business And Life originated from anecdotes he shared with podcast clients and contains life lessons learned from his extensive radio experience, applicable to communication in various contexts."Good Listen" aims to teach readers how to become better communicators and build stronger connections by improving their listening skills and creating more meaningful conversations The "Good Listen" podcast serves a...
2025-06-1622 min
The Broadcasters PodcastJoe Pardavila's Journey From NYC Morning Radio to Audio StorytellingThe Broadcasters Podcast welcomes Joe Pardavila, Director of Podcasts for Advantage Media | Forbes Books And Host of the Good Listen PodcastJoe is a seasoned media professional, discusses his radio career, from interning at WPLJ to becoming a producer for Scott Shannon and Todd Pettengill, highlighting the vital role of a producer and the unique skills required for radio. Joe discussed how the shift from diary-based ratings to PPM (Personal People Meter) data led to radio stations prioritizing "less talk, more music," often at the expense of live personalities and engaging content. Joe contrasted ra...
2025-06-1438 minThe Authority CompanyThe Innovation Edge with Merle SymesJoe Pardavila sits down with Merle Symes, author of The Innovation Edge: How Large Companies Lose It and How to Get It Back, to explore the challenges and nuances of fostering innovation in established organizations.Merle breaks down the critical differences between incremental and strategic innovation, explaining why traditional project management methods often fail when applied to groundbreaking ideas. The conversation delves into the "S-Curve Paradox," where companies at their peak success are most vulnerable to disruption, and the concept of "intelligent failure"—how to fail purposefully and learn from setbacks without stifling creativity.Joe and Merle also discuss the cu...
2025-04-1435 min
The Authority CompanySleep Smarter, Party Sober: James Swanwick's Keys to Optimal PerformanceThe latest episode of the Forbes Books Podcast finds Joe Pardavila chatting with guest James Swanwick, an Australian-American entrepreneur and former ESPN anchor. James now runs companies dedicated to health and wellness, including Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Swanwick Sleep. Through these companies, James provides tools to help business leaders optimize performance by rethinking their relationship with alcohol and prioritizing sleep. In this wide-ranging conversation, Joe and James reminisce about partying together with Heath Ledger at the Sundance Film Festival. James explains why he didn't need alcohol to have fun, even during his days mingling at the Playboy Mansion. He traces...
2024-02-2039 min
Ripollsworkshop ReadsAuthor Interview with Joe PardavilaAuthor Bio:With a career spanning decades in podcasting and terrestrial radio, Joe Pardavila has established himself as a leading voice in audio content production. His extensive experience has resulted in the creation of over 10,000 hours of compelling and engaging audio content, captivating audiences across the country.As a recognized expert in the field, Joe has shared his knowledge and insights in his bestselling book, “Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations in Business and Life.” In it, he provides valuable tips and strategies for mastering the art of communication, showing how the right skills can lead to magi...
2024-01-0920 minThe Authority CompanyUnmasking the Marvel Cinematic Universe: A Conversation with Joanna Robinson and Dave Gonzales from The RingerOn this episode, Joe Pardavila steps away from discussions about business books to explore the world of show business. Specifically, he takes a deep dive into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) by examining the book MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios. This fascinating book by Joanna Robinson, Dave Gonzales and Gavin Edwards includes insider interviews with over 100 people involved with Marvel Studios, from studio head Kevin Feige to star Chris Hemsworth. It reveals how Marvel transformed comic book characters into successful cinematic icons, going from a struggling studio to Hollywood royalty.To discuss the book and their passion for Marvel...
2023-10-1745 min
Believe you can because you can!Unleashing Curiosity, Personal Development, and Podcasting Success with Joe Pardavila (#616)Looking to succeed in the podcasting space? Desire to harness your curiosity for personal development? Struggling to communicate effectively? Expert Joe Pardavila is here to guide you. In this episode, we’ll navigate through the landscape of podcasting, harness the power of curiosity, and leverage effective communication skills for personal and professional development. Personalized Questions: Joe,…
2023-08-2852 minBelieve you can because you can!Unleashing Curiosity, Personal Development, and Podcasting Success with Joe Pardavila (#616)Looking to succeed in the podcasting space? Desire to harness your curiosity for personal development? Struggling to communicate effectively? Expert Joe Pardavila is here to guide you. In this episode, we’ll navigate through the landscape of podcasting, harness the power of curiosity, and leverage effective communication skills for personal and professional development. Personalized Questions: Joe,…
2023-08-2852 min
Let the Rest BurnUnlocking Deeper Connections Through Listening with Joe PardavilaTrigger warning:These episodes may contain content that is triggering for some listeners; please review the description and or show notes in order to know if this episode is right for you at this time.Welcome back to Let the Rest Burn with The Evolved Therapist. In today's episode, we have a special guest joining us, Joe Pardavila, a prominent figure in the world of podcasting and radio. With a career spanning over ten thousand hours of audio content, Joe has an incredible story to share. We dive deep into his remarkable transition from...
2023-07-1056 min
Can I Just Say? with Nikki La CroceMastering the Art of Meaningful Conversations with Joe PardavilaIn this episode, I share the mic with Joe Pardavila, author of Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations In Business And Life.
Joe has a knack for sparking engaging discussions and because of that he has been at the epicenter of the media world for over two decades. With a career rooted in radio and podcasting, Joe clocked in over 10,000 hours of content production as the director of podcasts for Advantage Media Group and Forbes Books, refining his techniques to navigate smooth and stimulating conversations seamlessly. His versatile experiences extend beyond his current role, reflecting his time as...
2023-07-041h 03The Authority CompanyThe Power of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion with Award-Winning Author and Activist Michelle MiJung KimIn this episode, Joe Pardavila sits down with Michelle MiJung Kim, a writer, speaker, activist, and entrepreneur who has been named LinkedIn’s Top Voice in Racial Equity, Fast Company’s Queer 50, and Medium’s Top Writer in Diversity. Michelle is the award-winning author of The Wake Up: Closing the Gap Between Good Intentions and Real Change, a book that challenges us to confront our own biases, assumptions, and blind spots and take action to create a more inclusive and equitable world. She is also the co-founder and CEO of Awaken, a company that provides interactive and experiential DEI workshops and co...
2023-06-2048 min
21st Century Expression with Marty Education#8 Be Yourself at 11 | Joe PardavilaToday's podcast is special - our guest is Joe Pardavila, a former radio host of over 20 years and now a podcaster and author of the book Good Listen (which you'll hear us talking about during the podcast).
Joe takes us on a dive into his career, the lessons it's taught him and how his mindset and perspectives have changed over time.
You'll hear up talking about:
- self-doubt
- making mistakes
- curiosity
- happiness
- active listening
And so much more!
Stick around until the end...
2023-06-1359 min
Next Page PodcastJoe Pardavila - Communications Expert, Radio and Podcast Host, and Author of The Book "Good Listen"This week we sit down with communication expert, podcaster for Forbes Books, NYC Radio Personality and Author of the book “Good Listen,” Joe Pardavila. We talk about the importance of listening, communicating effectively, empathy and putting in the work to maintain good relationships. In this uplifting episode with the former smooth talking radio host, we discuss what it was like being a radio DJ in NYC during 9/11, starting a new job days before the pandemic hit, and the creation of the podcast “Uncertain Times” at Forbes Books, a podcast focused on how business leaders and entrepreneurs were making it through th...
2023-06-061h 12Next Page PodcastJoe Pardavila - Communications Expert, Radio and Podcast Host, and Author of The Book "Good Listen"This week we sit down with communication expert, podcaster for Forbes Books, NYC Radio Personality and Author of the book “Good Listen,” Joe Pardavila. We talk about the importance of listening, communicating effectively, empathy and putting in the work to maintain good relationships. In this uplifting episode with the former smooth talking radio host, we discuss what it was like being a radio DJ in NYC during 9/11, starting a new job days before the pandemic hit, and the creation of the podcast “Uncertain Times” at Forbes Books, a podcast focused on how business leaders and entrepreneurs were making it through th...
2023-06-061h 05The Authority CompanyHow to Simplify and Succeed in Data and Marketing Technology with Arun KumarIn this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe Pardavila speaks with Arun Kumar on how he has leveraged his technical knowledge and business savvy to boost performance over the course of his extensive career. Kumar is a true visionary in the field of data and marketing technology. He is passionate about streamlining complex solutions and connecting them to distinct, quantifiable business outcomes. Join Joe and Arun for a thought-provoking discussion on the value of streamlining complex solutions and staying on top of the latest developments in data and marketing technology.
2023-05-1720 min
House of GraceHow to create connection and deeper conversations with Joe Pardavila
Do you ever had this: You go into a conversation or an interview and just some minutes later you are blown away with big insights about yourself and have a a deeper understanding of something, even a LIFECHANGING moment? This was the case with today’s fabulous and amazing podcast guest Joe Pardavila.
Joe has produced over ten thousand hours of audio content over the course of his career in podcasting and terrestrial radio. He was a radio personality and producer on the legendary New York City radio station, 95.5 PLJ, where he was part of the iconic “Scot...
2023-04-071h 02
Healing Through LoveEp 26: How can I communicate better in my relationships? with Joe Pardavila, author & podcasterBetter listening, better questions, better relationships! Today I chat with podcaster and author, Joe Pardavila, and he shares about where he gets his charisma from (04:26) key takeaways from his book on developing better listening skills (13:18) and special tips for starting a podcast (27:48). Follow Joe @joepardavila on IG or head to his website to learn more and order his book "Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations In Business And Life".
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to give a 5-star review, follow the podcast and get notified about the next episode! On Spotify, you can play along with...
2023-04-0634 min
The Holistic Fitness PodcastE12: Improve Your Relationships with Communication Expert Joe PardavilaJoe and Lori chat about how curiosity leads to great discovery, why asking lots of questions is the key to building great relationships.How to master listening and the importance of self awareness. Joe Pardavila has produced over ten thousand hours of audio content over the course of his career in podcasting and terrestrial radio. He's the author of the new book Good Listen.
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2023-04-0155 min
PR After Hours with Alex GreenwoodJoe Pardavila on Creating Trust Through ConversationThey say talk is cheap—but podcasting is currently a billion-dollar business. Alex is joined by veteran broadcaster Joe Pardavila, who has produced over ten thousand hours of audio content over the course of his career in podcasting and terrestrial radio. Pardavila reveals how you can create the kind of conversations that draw both audiences and applause.
Pardavila was a radio personality and producer on the legendary New York City radio station, 95.5 PLJ, where he was part of the iconic “Scott & Todd in the Morning”. He's also the author of Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations in Business and Lif...
2023-03-1427 min
Business Talks With The Rebel EntrepreneurEffective Conversations in this Crazy Digital World with Joe PardavilaThe way people communicate has changed significantly in the past decade alone. Phone calls are now text messages, context gets lost in translation, and podcasts are now a big thing - the digital world has officially taken over. On this episode of Business Talks with the Rebel Entrepreneur, we'll be chatting with Joe Pardavila, author of "Good Listen" about effective conversations in this crazy digital world. As a former radio personality and producer on the legendary New York City radio station, 95.5 PLJ, Joe has produced over ten thousand hours of audio content over the course of his c...
2023-01-1830 min
My Guest List Pod#39: Joe Pardavila- ’The Forbes Books Audio Podcast’Season 3!At its zenith, the New York radio scene was the hottest terrestrial radio market in the world. My guest today is a veteran of that era and he joined me to share some of his experience and wisdom from that time.Joe Pardavila is a broadcasting professional, film maker, podcaster, dachshund lover and now author.In our interview, I got to know Joe, discuss his career, and his book: ‘Good listen: Creating memorable conversations in business and life’.An exciting guest for my fledgling show for sure. As you would expect, Joe was a...
2022-12-241h 30
Threads of EnlightenmentMy interview with Joe PardavilaI interviewed Joe Pardavila. Joe ia an actor, writer and producer. He has produced over 10,000 hours of audio content over the course of his career in podcasting and terrestrial radio. Joe was a radio personality and producer on the legendary New York City radio station, 95.5 PLJ, where he was part of the iconic "Scott & Todd in the Morning". He studied Sketch & Improv Comedy at the Upright Citizens Brigade and was a founding member and actor in the New York-based sketch comedy group, Clip Show. The group performed at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater and the People's Improv Theater, and...
2022-12-151h 03
Lets Have This ConversationCreating Compelling Conversation and Powerful Podcasts with: Joe PardavilaTo succeed in radio and to ensure you standout amongst the crowd and don’t become saturated, its important you embrace creativity and originality to carve your own path towards prosperity. For Joe Pardavila he’s produced over 10,000 hours of audio content over the course of his career in podcasting and terrestrial radio.
Joe was a radio personality and producer on the legendary New York City radio station, 95.5 PLJ, where he was part of the iconic “Scott & Todd in the Morning”.
He studied Sketch & Improv Comedy at the Upright Citizens Brigade and was a founding member a...
2022-11-3027 min
Audio BrandingThe Magic Moment: A Conversation with Joe Pardavila - Part 2“Do you know what I think makes a compelling podcast? It’s a podcast that doesn’t sound like a podcast. And I know that’s a really goofy answer, but if it sounds like two people talking or three people talking and they’re having this conversation, that there’s a genuine back and forth of information, that’s what makes the best podcast.” -- Joe PardavilaThis episode’s the second half of my interview with radio personality, producer, podcaster, and author Joe Pardavila, as we talk about unexpected interview answers, how improv training helped him learn how to l...
2022-11-0932 minAudio BrandingThe Magic Moment: A Conversation with Joe Pardavila - Part 1“You have to create this environment that the person’s comfortable in, that’s a big part of it. And I don’t actually like to use the word interview, especially when I coach people or advise people who are starting podcasts. You don't ever want to use the word ‘interview’ because interview implies question answer, question answer, question answer, whereas a conversation is a back and forth, it’s people sharing ideas.”-- Joe PardavilaMy next guest has produced over ten thousand hours of audio content over the course of his career in podcasting and terrestrial radi...
2022-11-0236 min
How to Ruin Your Own ReputationJoe Pardavila - From pissing off Taylor Swift to charming Jennifer AnistonWhat do Jon Bon Jovi, Jennifer Aniston, Mark Wahlberg and a slew of other celebrities all have in common? They’ve all been interviewed by today’s guest, Joe Pardavila. Joe also managed to tick off Taylor Swift without even dating her! In his book, “Good Listen”, Joe shares the lessons he’s learned from his decades' worth of experiences (both good and not-so-good) chatting with some of your favourite, and maybe, not-so-favourite celebs. Joe and I have a really fun, high-energy conversation, during which I realize that I may have been completely manipulated by Hugh Grant!
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2022-10-061h 02
The James Quandahl ShowWhy You Should Be Curious and Present in Conversations with Joe PardavilaToday’s guest is Joe Pardavila the author of the new book, Good Listen. Joe was a radio personality and producer on the New York City radio station, 95.5 PLJ. He studied sketch and improv comedy at the Upright Citizens Brigade and was a founding member and actor in the New York-based sketch comedy group, Clip Show. He is the co-director, writer, and producer of the award-winning horror satire, “The Witches of Bushwick.” Currently, he serves as the director of podcasts for Advantage Media Group|ForbesBooks. During our conversation we discussed how to create magic moments in conversations by bein...
2022-09-2858 min
Pull Up Your ChairJoe Pardavila on How to Create Memorable Conversations in Business and Life with His Book Good Listen (Part Two)In the conclusion of Cicely's talk with Joe Pardavila, the author of Good Listen, Joe shares why preparing too many questions is not a good idea and what he learned from his legendary run-in with US Soccer star, Brandi Chastain.
2022-09-2627 minPull Up Your ChairJoe Pardavila on How to Create Memorable Conversations in Business and Life with His Book Good Listen (Part One)This week, Cicely is joined by author and podcaster, Joe Pardavila. In the new book, Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations in Business and Life, Joe shares his insights and knowledge for creating a podcast that will appeal to listeners and leave them clamoring for more. But you don’t need to have a podcast to benefit from Joe’s wisdom because his tips for connecting with others also apply to work, love, and life. In part one, Joe discusses how he stumbled into a 20-year career in radio and what it was like to be on the air on September 11, 2001.
2022-09-1922 min
Jobs Blow PodcastFinding Your Station in Life, with podcaster and author Joe PardavilaJoe Pardavila joins the podcast to discuss his new book, Good Listen, which launched July 12, and he talks about his career producing over ten thousand hours of audio content in podcasting and terrestrial radio. A radio personality and producer on the legendary New YorkCity radio station, 95.5 PLJ, he got his start as "Monkey Boy" as part of the iconic “Scott & Todd in the Morning." Joe studied sketch and improv comedy at the Upright Citizens Brigade and was a founding member and actor in the NewYork-based sketch comedy group, Clip Show. He is the co-director, writer, and producer of the awar...
2022-07-1747 min
The Science of Sex#59 – Under the Influence of HorninessHorniness (AKA being sexually aroused) is a special state of body and mind. It’s a state during which we are much more likely to make risky decisions, not just about our sexual health, but about other things too. What else can make us forgo condoms, or lead us to believe our partners are not as risky as they may be?
Our guest this week, Dr. Shayna Sparling, has been getting people sexually aroused in the lab (for research only!) and then tracking how this affects their thinking and decision-making. It’s a fascinating episode with some good...
2019-03-261h 07The Science of Sex#58 – Sex Work in AmericaSex work is one of the most stigmatized and misunderstood aspects of human sexuality. There are many different types of sex work, including phone sex, camming, stripping, “happy ending” massages, professional domination, and porn, to name a few. But the greatest stigma is probably reserved for the “full service” type of sex work (i.e., penetration and all), like that done by the workers at the Nevada brothels. (There are many other ways of doing “full service” type of sex work, from street walkers to illegal brothels to independent or agency-run escorts, but the Nevada brothels are the only fully legal...
2019-03-121h 02The Science of Sex#57 – Why People Make Out in PublicI’m sure you’ve heard of straight women making out in public with other women in order to attract male attention? It’s a phenomenon called “performative making out” or making out for an audience, and in Episode #57, we invited one of the main researchers studying it, Dr. Kate Esterline, to tell us all about it.
Are straight(ish) women the only ones who do it? How about gay women and men? How about straight(ish) guys? Why do you people do it? How is it different when people make out with someone of the gender that is con...
2019-02-2649 minThe Science of Sex#56 – Squirting SchoolEvery time Dr. Zhana teaches about almost any topic, someone asks a question about squirting, often referred to as female ejaculation. It seems like squirting is having a moment right now, with everyone and their mother wanting to know if all vagina-owners can squirt, what the ejaculate is made of, and how to make it happen.
There is very limited science on this, which Dr. Zhana recently sifted through extensively while working on the online squirting course that her business partner, Kenneth Play, launched recently to teach people how to squirt. So in this episode, Dr. Zhana...
2019-02-121h 11The Science of Sex#55 – Getting the T(estosterone)Testosterone is having a moment these days. T-boosting has grown into a $2.5 billion industry, with guys of all ages trying to up their T levels in hopes of increasing everything from libido to mood to energy. But what does testosterone do how about our cognitive processes?
Could testosterone increase how quickly and automatically we make decisions about sexual situations, and could that lack of deliberation have a dark side that contributes to sexual assault and harassment?
These are some of the questions that our guest, Dr. Gideon Nave from the U Penn Business School, attempted...
2019-01-2953 minThe Science of Sex#54 – Cocktails Vs. ConsentHappy belated New Year! Given that the holiday season is a time when a lot of people consume significant amounts of alcohol AND get frisky while under its influence, we thought we’d kick off 2019 with an episode that ties drinking and sexual consent.
Specifically, how does being intoxicated impact people’s perceptions of their own and their friends’ ability to consent to sex?
In her unusual “naturalistic bar study” (more on that in the podcast), Dr. Michelle Drouin from Purdue University enlisted drunken bar goers and their friends to take a half-hour break from drinking so...
2019-01-151h 12The Science of Sex#53 – Why You’re Doing It MattersOptimizing Sexual Satisfaction
We all know having sex with our romantic partners is good for our relationship and sexual satisfaction. But why you’re doing it can make a difference; not all sexual motives were made equal. Some reasons to have sex lead to better and healthier outcomes than other reasons. Optimizing your intimate life is partly about making sure you’re doing “it” for the right reasons, and not doing “it” for the wrong reasons.
In Episode 53, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dr. Jessica Wood about her research on the different types of reasons people...
2018-12-1952 minThe Science of Sex#52 – Hot for TeacherWhat is it about teachers that make them so hot? According to the popular college professor reviewing website, Rate My Professors, it’s more than just looks. But how does their rating system work? How are female professors rated versus their male peers?
In Episode 52, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to New York University professor Pascal Wallisch about how students rate and tag their favorite (or not-so-favorite) professors on the divisive yet popular website, Rate My Professors. Does the site enable students to label their professors in a way that affirms gender stereotypes? And while Dr. Zhana an...
2018-12-1153 minThe Science of Sex#51 – The World of Pup PlayWe have covered some kink, fetish and BDSM ground on the show, but this time we delve deep into the details of one specific kink: pup (or puppy) play. What is ‘pup play’? Who are ‘bio-pups’, and why are they so into this? Is this related to zoophilia / bestiality, or the world of furries?
In Episode 51, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dr. Liam Wignall about his research on pup play and the people who are into it. He became the first to research this topic after it just kept “pupping” up for him in his research on kink for his...
2018-12-0445 minThe Science of Sex#50 – 50 Shades of (Trans)GenderDo you know the difference between sex and gender? Or what it means to be “gender nonconforming”? Trans or transgender? Genderqueer and gender non-binary? Our understanding and language around sex and gender has been rapidly expanding, and we don’t blame you if you’re not super familiar with it all.
In Episode 50, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dr. Seth Pardo about his research on the gender identity and gender presentation of 170 folks who were assigned female at birth but identify as gender nonconforming to some extent. From defining important gender terms to giving direction for the best w...
2018-11-2758 minThe Science of Sex#49 – Bi Guys on the Down LowThe dangers and risks for gay men in coming out of the closet is widely acknowledged, but what about bisexual men? More bi men, compared to gay men, keep their sexuality strictly on the down low. Why is this the case? How are these men’s experience different?
In Episode 49, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dr. Eric Schrimshaw from Columbia University about his research on bisexual men–especially those with long-term female partners–who remain in the closet and why they do so. Why would bisexual guys living in the 21st century in ultra-liberal New York City be...
2018-11-201h 07The Science of Sex#48 – Why Are People Into BDSM?Some people are into sexually aggressive and humiliating acts, from biting & spanking, to spitting and verbal humiliation. This is usually referred to as paraphilias, or uncommon sexual desires, but how uncommon are these sexual desires, actually? And, perhaps more controversially, could there be some evolutionary bases for some of our BDSM desires?
In Episode 48, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dr. Menelaos Apostolou from the University of Nicosia in Cyprus about his evolutionary theories on why people are into BDSM and the research he’s conducted trying to test them. In a large (though non-representative) sample of Greek...
2018-11-1356 minThe Science of Sex#47 – Do Sluttier People Make Worse Romantic Partners?Some people are far more interested in and comfortable with casual sex, a trait called unrestricted sociosexuality. In Episode 47, Dr. Zhana and Joe ask a question that’s on a lot of people’s minds: Are these “sluttier” folks (and we use this term lovingly and without judgment) less satisfied in and committed to their partners in long-term romantic relationships compared to their more “restricted” peers?
Our guest, Dr. Gregory Webster, is the first–and thus far only–person to have examined how sociosexual orientation is associated with satisfaction and commitment in long-term relationships using data from both members of a c...
2018-11-0655 minThe Science of Sex#46 – Homosexuality: A Twin ThingResearch has shown that sexual orientation is greatly determined by genetics. We also know that identical twins share 100% of their genetic material. Then how is it possible that only about 30% of all identical twins have the same sexual orientation as their co-twin?
In Episode 46, Dr. Zhana and Joe speak with Dr. Gerulf Rieger about his research on identical twins with discordant sexual orientation. Dr. Rieger tests whether childhood gender non-conformity, genital arousal patterns, and finger length ratio–all known indicators of adult homo- or heterosexuality–also differ among identical twins who differ in self-reported sexual orientation. And sure...
2018-10-301h 02The Science of Sex#45 – The Truth About Female InfidelityAre women’s sex drives really weaker than men’s? Are women really less likely to cheat–or want to cheat? Are they really better suited for monogamy? And how much are these gender differences due to nature vs. nurture?
In Episode 45, we bring best-selling author Dr. Wednesday Martin on the show to talk about her new book UNTRUE: Why Nearly Everything We Believe About Women, Lust, and Adultery is Wrong and How the New Science Can Set Us Free, which reviewers say totally upends our common beliefs about these issues. Tune in to hear some of the surpr...
2018-10-231h 02The Science of Sex#44 – What’s Your Number?In Episode 44, Dr. Kirstin Mitchell returns to talk to Dr. Zhana and Joe about the differences between sexual partners reported by men and women.
It’s been an age-old question: Do men really have more sexual partners than women? Or are there other reasons for men reporting twice as many partners as women on average? Joe thinks it’s as simple as “they’re all lying,” but the answers are slightly more complicated. Tune in to find out how sampling, counting as well as some degree of misreporting play into the vast perceived difference between men and women’s “n...
2018-10-1638 minThe Science of Sex#43 – The Other CondomIn Episode 43, Kaci Mial joins Dr. Zhana and Joe to talk about the female condom. Some people (including Joe) don’t even know what a female condom is! But this stops with this episode where we learn a lot more about the female, or internal, condom. Kaci discusses the benefits and differences of the internal condom, compared with the more familiar external condom as well as the limited availability of the condom and the reasons and implications behind that. Tune in to find out!
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2018-10-0936 minThe Science of Sex#42 – What Your Sexual Fantasies Say About YouIn Episode 42, Dr. Justin Lehmiller returns to talk with Dr. Zhana and Joe about sexual fantasies and what they say about us!
Most people have sexual fantasies, and some fantasies are not as rare as you might think. What do our fantasies mean? Should we act on them and if so how? Dr. Justin Lehmiller talks about his new book Tell Me What You Want: The Science of Sexual Desire and How It Can Help You Improve Your Sex Life. Listen to find out which are the most common sexual fantasies, how our fantasies differ according to ou...
2018-10-021h 05The Science of Sex#41 – Sex-Question-Palooza IIIThis week, Joe and Dr. Zhana switched things up and decided to dedicate an entire episode to answering some of your questions!
Dr. Zhana gives science based answers to listener’s most pressing questions while Joe chimes in with some witty banter and some of his own questions. This week’s episode covered a range of topics including, vaginismus, open relationships, gooning, non surgical penis enhancement, and more!
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2018-09-2551 minThe Science of Sex#40 – How Sex Affects Your Immune SystemIn Episode 40, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk with Tierney Lorenz on sex and the immune system!
It’s been known that sexual activity can have an effect on the immune system. What do those effects look like? A healthy sex life can be great for the immune system which can in turn increase things like sex drive or pleasure. On this week’s episode we were able to talk to Dr. Tierney Lorenz on her research on sex and the immune system!
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Dr. Lorenz received her Ph.D. in clinical psyc...
2018-09-1855 minThe Science of Sex#39 – Snapchat Sex ChatIn Episode 39, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk with Jimmy Moran on Snapchat use and sex!
Snapchat is a popular social media platform, founded in 2011, that allows users to send images and videos with the option of having the content automatically deleted after being viewed. Furthermore, most of the app’s users are under 24 and most non-users assume the app is used sexually. Do people really use snapchat for sexual purposes? How common is this? Finally, what’s the difference between men and women’s use of the app? Tune in to find out more about Jimmy Moran’s resear...
2018-09-1147 minThe Science of Sex#38 – WTF is Communal Sexual Motivation?Welcome back to the Science of Sex Podcast!
In the Season 2 premiere, your favorite hosts, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk with Dr. Amy Muise on Communal Sexual Motivation, or CSM.
CSM, or being Good, Giving, and Game (GGG), in a relationship is all about being motivated to be responsive to a partner’s sexual needs or interests. According to Dr. Muise, CSM works as a spectrum, with individuals ranking from high to low. In this episode, find out how CSM can be beneficial to a relationship, the implications of being in a non-monogamous relationship, and ho...
2018-09-041h 05The Science of Sex#37 – The Good, The Bad, and PolyamoryIn episode 35, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dr. Amy C. Moors about her research on non-monogamy!
Non-monogamy often gets a bad rep in our society, but also in academia. A lot of research conducted on polyamory has been biased, showing stigma even among researchers. Hence, this makes it difficult to have clear and accurate statistics about non-monogamy and open relationships. Thankfully, there are some studies out there that attempt to analyze this bias and why it occurs.
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Amy C. Moors, is the Director of the Social Science Research and...
2018-06-261h 10The Science of Sex#36 – Romantic Side Effects to Birth ControlIn episode 36, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dr. Patrick Jern about the romantic side effects of hormonal birth control!
We often talk about the physical side effects of hormonal birth control methods (i.e. the pill, the IUD, the patch, the shot, the ring…) like weight gain, acne, cramping, spotting, headaches, and so on. But we rarely talk about how the emotional side effects of these hormones can affect relationships. Turns out, hormonal birth control may have an influence on mate preference and relationship outcomes, so we spoke to Dr Patrick Jern who has studied these ef...
2018-06-1855 minThe Science of Sex#35 – Coming Out in AmericaIn episode 36, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dr. Christian Grov about his research on coming out in America and how it might have changed.
Coming out as gay and bisexual has changed over the years, but there is also another layer to coming out and that is coming out as HIV-positive. Due to modern advancements in medicine, an HIV-positive status no longer implies a death sentence, so coming out becomes more complex. This week, we spoke to Dr. Christian Grov on the studies he has conducted about coming out in America.
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2018-06-1158 minThe Science of Sex#34 – Keeping the Spark AliveIn episode 34, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dr. Kirstin Mark about how couples can keep desire alive in long-term relationships!
Earlier this year, the Journal of Sex Research published a paper that reviewed research from 64 empirical articles all of which tried to answer the question of how to maintain sexual desire in long term relationships. To discuss the results of this research, we spoke with one of the lead authors of the paper, Dr. Kristen Mark.
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Dr. Kristen Mark is an Associate Professor in Health Promotion at the University...
2018-06-041h 06The Science of Sex#33 – Kink V AbuseIn episode 33, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dulcinea Pitagora about what marks the difference between abuse versus consensual kink in a relationship.
Many believe that because BDSM is founded upon consent, communication, and negotiation that abuse cannot make its way into a kinky relationship. However, just like vanilla relationships, BDSM dynamics are not immune to the possibility of abuse. It can sometimes be even harder to identify abuse in kink-oriented relationships. It is extremely important to be able to identify this (sometimes very fine) line between consensual BDSM and abuse. To talk about this distinction, we...
2018-05-281h 06The Science of Sex#32 – Porn Ed.In episode 32, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dr. Emily Rothman about the benefits of educating kids about porn.
A new study reported on joint efforts by folks at Boston University and the Boston Public Health Commission to educate young people about pornography, in hopes that they would develop a more realistic understanding of what porn is, how it’s made, and how it relates to real-life sex and bodies. These programs have been proven to work and be extremely beneficial for young people. On this week’s episode we spoke to the lead author on this stud...
2018-05-211h 04The Science of Sex#31 – Managing Low Sexual DesireIn episode 31, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dr. Lori Brott about some ways that people can manage low sexual desire.
Low sexual desire is something that is more common than most people think. It can appear in many different forms, and it is not synonymous with asexuality. Low sexual desire among women is thought to be common around menopause. There are many different treatment options both medicinal and not for women. On this week’s episode, we have Dr. Lori Brotto discussing her extensive research on treatment for low sexual desire, specifically in women.
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2018-05-151h 01The Science of Sex#30 – High InfidelityIn episode 30, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dr. Dylan Selterman about the motivations for infidelity!
There are many factors that play into the cause of infidelity including anger, stress, neglect, a general lack of love or passion, and more. Infidelity and cheating is interesting to study on the quantitative side. We can look at how many people cheat, the demographics of cheaters, etc., but what about the psychological motivations for cheating? What exactly drives a person to cheat? This week we spoke to Dr. Dylan Selterman who has conducted some great research on what motivates people...
2018-05-081h 04The Science of Sex#29 – How KINKY is too KINKY?In episode 29, Dr. Zhana and Joe talk to Dr. Christian Joyal about some of the more common (and uncommon) kinks and fetishes.
Paraphilia is defined as a condition characterized by abnormal sexual desires, typically involving extreme or dangerous activities. While this definition might draw some immediate conclusions, various paraphilias are very common, such as BDSM/kink, while others are more rare. On this week’s episode we spoke with Dr. Christian Joyal on his research on paraphilia and uncommon sexual interests.
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