Is It Just Me Podcast

Today Layla K and MJ flip the script! They're diving into opinions and beliefs that people think are universal - but actually… nope, it's just them. From questionable hygiene habits to just bad thinking, this ep calls out the outliers. Do any of these sound familiar? Or are YOU the one holding onto an unpopular opinion? Join the podcast on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook and let us know in the comments! Follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.  to never miss an episode. And remember - it may not be just you. But if anything in this episode feels familiar, actually, it could be! Show notes: 100+ Unpopular Opinions (Complete Controversial List) (Box of Puns)

Was the recent Blue Origin all-female "journey" truly a giant leap for space exploration, or just a very expensive joyride? In this episode, MJ and Layla K unpack the billionaire space race, the "not astronauts" critique, and ask the big question: would you go? Is it just me, or is the commercialization of the cosmos a source of boundless optimism and curiosity? Follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.  to never miss an episode. Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. And remember - it may not be just you. But it could be! Show notes: Blue Origin mission with all-female crew, including Katy Perry, completes space trip (ABC News) A 45-year-old tech CEO is spending millions a year to be 18 again—even though his doctor admits the results are minimal (Fortune)

Ever sent a text to the wrong person? Well, it's definitely not just you!  Today Layla K and MJ take a fast-paced dive into the hilarious, heartwarming, and sometimes downright embarrassing stories of mistaken messages. From texts that sparked lifelong traditions, to cringe-worthy blunders with bosses, and even mix-ups that changed history - yep, we're looking at you, Berlin Wall - this ep has it all. Well, all that you can fit in 11 minutes. Here's a message that definitely isn't a mistake: follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.  to never miss an episode. Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. And remember - it may not be just you. But it COULD be! Show notes: 45 Hilariously Chaotic “Wrong Number” Texts (bored panda) Grandma and man she accidentally texted for Thanksgiving reunite for 7th year (ABC News) People Are Sharing the Most Embarrassing Texts They Accidentally Sent To The Wrong Person (Blossom) 10 Tiny Miscommunications With Massive Consequences (ListVerse) 20 Epic Fails in Global Branding (Inc.)   Music Credit: The Builder by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompetech.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

We've all been there - caught in the tug-of-war between politeness and self-preservation. On this episode Layla K and MJtake a quick dive into why saying "no" feels impossible, the psychology behind it, and how to master the art of turning down invitations with grace. An invite you definitely want to say YES to: Follow "Is It Just Me? with Layla K and MJ" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.  to never miss an episode.  Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. And remember - It may NOT just be you. B-u-t it could be! Show notes: The Power of Saying No (Psychology Today) A Psychologist Explains Why You Shouldn't Be Afraid To Say ‘No' (Forbes) The Power of Saying “NO”: From Psychology to Neuroscience (OpenExO) Music Credit: The Builder by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompetech.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

When is fun not fun? In this episode Layla K and MJ talk fun, what can take the joy out of it, and uncover the simple truth behind what makes it... well, fun! You can find all episodes of the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.  If you're feeling spontaneous - hit subscribe and leave us 5 stars! Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. Is it just me? Let the fun begin!

Seems like everywhere you turn these days someone is telling you a layoff, reorg, or firing story - and each one seems to top the last one you heard.  It's certainly not a competition, but It's probably not just Layla K and MJ who have heard some pretty crazy ways that companies perform layoffs, and they spill the tea on this episode! Be sure to follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Then go ahead and give it five stars! Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. If you're employed, take a break from work, and if you are unemployed…well, listen in and maybe your story won't feel quite so bad… because it is definitely not just you! Show notes: Office Space (IMDB) Why I'm still traumatised by Game of Thrones' Red Wedding 10 years on  (Metro UK) Stripe ruffles feathers as accidental ‘cartoon duck' sent to laid-off staffers (NY Post) The Hunger Games (Wikipedia) Music Credit: Heroism by MaxKoMusic | https://maxkomusic.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US    

If you are a frequent traveller, you've probably noticed an increase in chaos at the airport and on planes. Well, it's not just you! In this episode, LaylaK and MJ share some recent traveling stories that really paint a picture that travel has become like the game show, Survivor. And Layla shares, quite possibly, the best tip ever. Be sure to follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Then go ahead and give it five stars! Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. May the flights ever be in your favor! And remember, it may not just be you, but it could be... Show notes: True Tales From The Road (Is It Just Me Podcast, Season 1 Episode 16) Music credit: Run Amok by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompetech.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

Is it just Layla and MJ that recognize just how universal some really good advice is? On this episode, they share some great advice, including from previous podcast guests: Mr. Deryk Gilmore, President & Owner of Day 1 Sports & Entertainment, and Dr. Karen Kendrick, a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology. Finally they share some bad advice that you definitely should not take and how to deal with it when you hear it. Some immediate advice? Be sure to follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Then go ahead and give it five stars! Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. And remember, it may not just be you, but it could be! Show notes: What's the origin of the expression “mind your P's and Q's”? (The Straight Dope) How to Say Please in Russian: Pronunciation and Examples (ThoughtCo) Deryk Gilmore: Life As A Sports & Entertainment Agent (Is It Just Me Podcast, Season 3, Episode 14) Dr. Karen Kendrick: New Year, New You (Is It Just Me podcast, Seasson 2 Episode 9) Offensive Much? (Is It Just Me podcast, Season 2 Episode 2)

A few eps ago, Layla took over the podcast to give MJ some family time. Now it's MJ's turn! She addresses a few points made by Layla in "What if... this podcast was from 100 years ago" and then discusses the very current-day question: does everything really need to connect? What do you think? MJ-approved connections include X, Instagram, Facebook or right here on the website. Follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: What if... this podcasat was from 100 years ago (Is It Just Me, Season 4 Episode 7) Let The Rich Get Richer (Is It Just Me podcast, Season 1 Episode 2) Predictions! (Is It Just Me podcast, Season 3 Episode 9) True Crime: Dumb Criminals Files (Is It Just Me podcast, Season 3 Episode 11) Why 'Pep' The Prison Dog Got Such A Bum Rap (NPR) All Things Cybersecurity (Is It Just Me podcast, Season 2, Episode 11 and 12) Music credit: Monkeys Spinning Monkeys Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/

Is it just Layla that when, say just hypothetically, the sole of her shoe just falls off… grabs regular glue to fix it? Of course, crusty glue doesn't work on a flexible shoe, so she later had to get some shoe glue to properly fix them. Or do most people get proper tools and materials and fix things correctly the first time? In this episode, Layla and MJ share useful DIY hacks - and some notable failures!  Have handy hack tips, tricks, and epic failures to share? Future guests? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here to get in touch. It may not be just you that sees multipile uses for that toothpaste, but it could be! Links: WD-40 Myths, Legends, and Fun Facts (WD-40) Gorilla Glue

It's time for 2025 predictions! Layla K and MJ not only have thoughts for 2025, but they also reviewed their 2024 predictions to see how they panned out. Then they asked a few past guests to send in their predictions. Let's just say, some weren't exactly in their areas of expertise. But it all makes for a fun, fast romp through the year that was, and the year that may be. Have thoughts on this ep? Future guests? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here to get in touch. It may not be just you that thinks predictions are fun... and wonders how they all end up! Links: Predictions (Is It Just Me Podcast with Layla K and MJ, S3 E9) Taylor Swift at 35: Her mega year in numbers — and what's coming from her next era (The Standard) Home Collection (Hidden Valley Ranch Shop) New Year, New You! with Dr. Karen Kendrick (IIJM, S2 E9) Overrated! with Neville Waters (IIJM, S2 E7) This or That? with Neville Waters (IIJM S2 E19) Deryk Gilmore: Life As A Sports And Entertainment Agent (IIJM, S3 E14) AI Past And Future with Michael Bryan, Open Environments (IIJM, S4 E4) More AI (Note: Opportunity & Concerns Ahead) with Michael Bryan, Open Environments (IIJM, S4 E5) To NFT Or Not NFT, That Is The Question (IIJM, S1 E11)  

Layla and MJ have fresh tips and takes on the holidays for you! Maybe even a grievance or two? Grab a festive beverage and cozy up as they unwrap all the holiday fun. Are you considering a gift for Layla and MJ? Start by giving the pod a followon Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Then give it all five stars.  Have thoughts on this ep? Future guests? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here to get in touch. It may not be just you that loves the holidays... and has thoughts! Links: 12 Grapes At Midnight: Spain's Unique New Year's Eve Tradition (Food Republic) Shab-e Yalda: The Longest Night of the Year and a Celebration of Light (Navidwrites @ Medium)

MJ is taking some family time off, so Layla is breaking ground with a SOLO podcast. She asks the question: What IF... this podcast was from 100 years ago?? Imagine the same topics that Layla and MJ have discussed over the past 4 seasons, but using material from a century ago. Would that work? Do you think our social trends of today are very different? Were criminals less dumb? Were our national parks less weird?  Is it just me, but are times really that different? What do you think? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here to get in touch. Follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: We're Back! (Is It Just Me podcast, Season 2 Episode 1) Let The Rich Get Richer (Is It Just Me podcasat, Season 1 Episode 2) John D. Rockefeller and the Oil Industry (Foundation for Economic Education) 100 years later, legend of Ape Canyon Sasquatch attack continues to draw interest (The Chronicle) Flying Saucers Are Real (National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena) Predictions! (Is It Just Me podcast, Season 3 Episode 9) Dining Through the Decades: 100 Years of American Food (The David Blahg) True Crime: Dumb Criminals Files (Is It Just Me podcast, Season 3 Episode 11) Why 'Pep' The Prison Dog Got Such A Bum Rap (NPR)

It's time we all have a little chat about “celebrity” and what that means. Is it just LaylaK and MJ that remember when a celebrity used to be a actor, artist, or some such societal icon, which is entirely different from someone who is just sort-of famous for, say, sharing a clever tiktok about their barista? Which is all entirely separate from being a “leader”! Are YOU an episode-worthy celebrity? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here to get in touch. Follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Celebrity (Merriam-Webster) Fiona the Hippo (Cincinnati Zoo) Tango That Boxer (Instagram) Andy Warhol Probably Never Said His Celebrated “Fifteen Minutes of Fame” Line (Smithsonian) 15 Minutes Of Fame: Where Are They Now? (Ranker) Tila Tequila (Wikipedia) 15 People Who Got Their 15 Minutes Of Fame (And Milked It For More Than It Was Worth) (Cracked)

On our last episode special guest Michael Bryan, Open Environments, explained the basics of AI, where it all came from, and a glimpse of where it is going. But he had so much more to share! In this episode Michael discusses how AI is now learning to reason for itself (!), and it might use that reasoning to give you some very bad advice. AI will change the way we work, how we receive healthcare, and much more. Some of it sounds great, but it's not all positive - and it's not just us pointing out that there are some serious concerns ahead. Follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Have an idea for a episode? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Michael Bryan (LinkedIn, Open Environments) Georgetown McDonough School of Business American Red Cross ‘Megalopolis' Trailer's Fake Critic Quotes Were AI-Generated, Lionsgate Drops Marketing Consultant Responsible For Snafu (Variety) AI Incident Database  UN AI Event Holds World's First Humanoid Robot Press Conference (YouTube) OpenAI Project Strawberry: Here's everything we know so far (Digital Trends) OpenAI Rumors: Q* is Now a Reasoning Engine Called ‘Project Strawberry' (OpenAI Community Forum) Why a $2 milion coal mine in US's Wyoming could be worth $37 billion (The Times of India) Three Mile Island is reopening and selling its power to Microsoft (CNN)    

Is it just me, or is Artificial Intelligence (AI) just omnipresent? It seems that everywhere we turn, we're told an AI ability has been embedded. But when did all that start? And where is it going?? LaylaK and MJ ask industry pioneer and expert Michael Bryan, Partner at Open Environments (and full disclosure - a Georgetown business school classmate) those questions and more. No AI was used to create it this episode, but some human editing was applied! Follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Have an idea for a episode? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Michael Bryan (LinkedIn, Open Environments) Georgetown McDonough School of Business American Red Cross ChatGPT With AI warning, Nobel winner joins ranks of laureates who've cautioned about the risks of their own work (CNN) Elon Musk among experts urging a halt to AI training (BBC) G7 Hiroshima Process on Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) (OECD - Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) Governance of Artificial Intelligence (including 12 Challenges) (UK House of Commons) Andrew Ng's Machine Learning Collection (Coursera)  

Are you feeling stressed out? Anxious? This is the episode for you! LaylaK and MJ take a quick 10 minute look back at some of the lighter moments of an already light-hearted podcast. A reminder that times are good - and even those awkward or not so great situations in the past - we can smile at now! Follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Have an idea for a episode? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Weird Work Rules (Is It Just Me Podcast, Season 2, Episode 14) Good Intentions Gone Wrong (Is It Just Me Podcast, Season 1, Episode 19) True Crime: Dumb Criminal Files (Is It Just Me Podcast, Season 3, Episode 11) Music Credit: Bye, Bye Brain! by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

We're diving into the fascinating world of tech that once ruled our lives but has since vanished into the digital ether. And we aren't talking vinyl. Spoiler alert: Think back to the days when AOL was the gateway to the internet, and Clubhouse was the hottest app on the block! We explore the rise and fall of these tech giants and more. Is it just me that is wondering what I'm tethered to today, that won't be recognizable in a few years? Follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Have an idea for a episode? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Experience the American Generations: Which Generation Are You? Britannica The Death of Clubhouse (The Influence Agency) To NFT Or Not NFT, That Is The Question (Season 1, Episode 11, Is It Just Me Podcast) What happened to NFTs? (Yahoo Finance) Goodbye, CompuServe! (We thought you already died) (ARS Technica) What Happened to Myspace (and Is It Even Still Around)? (PureWow)  

It's the end of summer and Layla K and MJ are back with Season 4 of the podcast. They review some of summer's stories that you might have missed and preview what's to come this season. Follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Have an idea for a episode? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Why most murders in national parks go unsolved (New York Post) Yellowstone shuts down Bisquit Basin for summer after hydrothermal explosion damaged boardwalk (Austin American-Statesman) Mysterious monolith has northern Colorado pointing, theorizing and buzzing (CPR News) Mystery monolith appears in Nevada desert (BBC) People Are Calling 2024 Olympics Turkish Sharpshooter Yusuf Dikec 'The Real John Wick' (Men's Health) Adam Peaty Says Athletes Found Worms in Their Olympic Village Food (Hollywood Life) The gold medal goes to ... the chocolate muffin. At the Olympic village, the bakery shines (AP) Breaking (The Olympics Official Site) Olympic Chocolate Muffins Recipe (A Cozy Kitchen) Australian Breakdancer Goes Viral as Sport Makes Its Olympic Debut (Variety)

That's a wrap on Season 3 of the Is It Just Me with Layla K and MJ podcast!  But before we go on hiatus until September, we thought to highlight a few episodes that confirmed it wasn't just LaylaK or MJ who thought a topic merited a conversation. And, of course, share a few ever-popular bloopers. Thanks for listening and following our podcast! While we are on hiatus, we still want your ideas for future shows, including disappearances in parks, UFO or UAP sightings, and hot enough to fry an egg stories. Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to be sure to catch our Season 4 launch in September.  Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Podcast Statistics & Industry Trends 2024 (The Podcast Host) Nothing To See Here (Season 3, Episode 3) Decomposed body found in barrel on shore of shrinking Lake Mead (NBC News) That's Just Not True! (Season 3, Episode 5) True Crime: Dumb Criminals File (Season 3, Episode 11) 5 crime fails almost too funny to be true (Murdoch University) Predictions! (Season 3, Episode 9) Deryk Gilmore: What IS NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) And Why The Controversy? (Season 3, Episode 15) Is My Diamond USED with Louis Valentine (Season 3, Episode 10) Season Three Premiere (Season 3, Episode 1)

Have you ever been in a conversation with someone and then they suddenly bring up an uncomfortable topic? Like asking about your salary - or maybe wanting to know if you prefer cats to dogs? In this episode Layla K and MJ discuss, or at least raise, precisely those! And it's not just the usual topics you might expect.  Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Deryk Gilmore: Life As A Sports Agent (Is It Just Me, Season 3 Episode 14) Jason Gilmore, LinkedIn (Is It Just Me The Great Resignation [S1E6], and Predictions! [S3E9]) What is the difference between a Trekker and a Treckie? (Stack Exchange) Music Credit: Sneaky Adventure by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompetech.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

"We've always done it this way!" In this episode, Layla K and MJ share real-world, in hindsight humorous, examples of the six words that make leaders cringe. Minor details have been changed to protect the innocent!  Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: The Most Dangerous Phrase In Business: We've Always Done It This Way (Forbes)

On the last episode, Layla K and MJ discussed products that might have seemed silly during the pitch, but the market decided and they ultimately made millions of dollars! On this episode, they discuss products that the market decided were fails. Think chicken and crab meat frozen entrees, brought to you by your favorite toothpaste brand! Spoiler alert: it flopped. What do you think? Will any of these supposed flops ultimately have a happy ending? Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Darth Vader Talking Clapper Biggest Flops At Museum Of Failure (The Mirror) 15 Discontinued Sodas You'll Never See Again (Eat This, Not That!) Hidden Valley Ranch Couch (HIdden Valley) MJ's Most-Requested BLT Pasta Salad - featuring HVR (The Pioneer Woman) Juicero, the $399 Internet Connected Juicer, Explained (Vox) Quibi Is Officially Dead (Variety) 11 reasons why Quibi crashed and burned in less than a year (The Verge) Intro and exit music: Foam Rubber by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

How many times have you seen a product that is so silly and ridiculous, yet still hit those amazing million dollar mark in sales so quickly? You know the products, like the Pet Rock and the Clapper! On this episode, Layla K and MJ discuss some of the seemingly ludicrous products that people just can't get enough of - so we say, “let the market decide!” Is it just us? What do you think? Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Liquid Death Water Episode music: Foam Rubber by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Just what is NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) all about? Some college athletes are now earning more than their coaches - and it's not stopping there!  On today's episode, Mr. Deryk Gilmore, President & Owner of Day 1 Sports & Entertainment, an NFLPA Contract Advisor, breaks it down for all of us. We learned that it's not so cut and dry - everyone's getting in on it, and some will profit while others might get hurt. Many thanks to friend of the pod Mr. Jason Gilmore for making the introduction to this engaging guest! Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Deryk Gilmore: Life As A Sports & Entertainment Agent (Is It Just Me podcast, Part 1) What is NIL (on3) Day 1 Sports and Entertainment on X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn Jason Gilmore, LinkedIn (Is It Just Me The Great Resignation [S1E6], and Predictions! [S3E9]) N1L Day 1 Media Day 1 Lifestyle (coming soon)

On today's episode, Mr. Deryk Gilmore, President & Owner of Day 1 Sports & Entertainment, an NFLPA Contract Advisor, shares the real behind-the-scenes perspective of life as a sports and entertainment agent. Come for the glamour and celebrities, stay for lessons on hard work and hustle to get the job done. That "biggest deal for an NFL wide receiver" teased at 3:50? You can read about the details here.  Many thanks to friend of the pod Mr. Jason Gilmore for making the introduction! This is just Part One of a fascinating conversation. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to be sure to catch Part Two (drops 3/27)  which focuses on the super hot topic of Name-Image-and-Likeness (NIL) in sports. Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Cliff Branch, Legendary Raider & Hall of Fame Receiver (Raiders) Jason Gilmore, LinkedIn (Is It Just Me The Great Resignation [S1E6], and Predictions! [S3E9]) Camille Gilmore, Vice President, Human Resources and Global Chief Diversity Officer at Boston Scientific Corporation (LinkedIn) Day 1 Sports and Entertainment on X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn "Biggest deal for NFL Wide-Receiver in a long time" - Bucs, Mike Evans agree to 2-year, $52M contract, agent says (ESPN.com) N1L Day 1 Media Day 1 Lifestyle (coming soon)

It's tax season, again?? Yes, as the saying goes, like death, it's inevitable. Is it just LaylaK and MJ whose minds wander to... how did we get here?? Take a break from those receipts and forms for a quick review of just that, including some pretty unusual taxes that have existed in the past. Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: History of Taxes (Tax Foundation) Good Intentions Gone Wrong (Is It Just Me Podcast, S1 E19) The Window Tax (Lincoln Institute of Lane Policy) Beard Tax (Wikipedia) 13 Of The Weirdest And Most Absurd Taxes Known To Mankind (Scoop Whoop) History Of Federal Income Tax Rates (Bradford Tax Institute) How would you handle a 94% tax rate? (MoneyWise) Let The Rich Get Richer (Is It Just Me Podcast, S1 E2) Here's why the US tax system is so complicated (Yahoo Finance) Music: Run Amok Run Amok by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompetech.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

This episode drops on Valentine's Day, which got LaylaK and MJ thinking about... things that DON'T go together! While it leads with a controversial take, don't worry, they end on a positive note. From food, to famous characters from TV and film, to the business world, this episode covers it all in just 10 minutes. Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Because it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Grean Pea Guacamole Recipe (New York Times) New York Times pea guacamole controversy (Slate) James Cameron Admits Jack "Might've Lived" (People) 12 TV Couples Who Absolutely Hated Each Other In Real Life (Ranker) Elon Musk Lays Off Nearly 4000 Twitter Employees (Inside Edition)

Are some "True Crime: Dumb Criminal" stories just too funny to be true? Well, LaylaK and MJ double checked the sources of all these stories for a quick and entertaining look at crime gone wrong. These capers, a mix of bad intentions, bad planning, and pure arrogance, will definitely have you asking, “Is it just me? How is that even real?" Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Links: 10 Of The Stupidest Criminals Of All Time (How Stuff Works) Creme de la Weird (UExpress) 5 crime fails almost too funny to be true (Murdoch University) 14 Criminals So Ingenious Even the Police Were Impressed (Did You Know Facts)

When one episode on diamonds just isn't enough!   A few weeks ago we shared an interview with Mr. Louis Valentine, a gem industry expert. We learned how he entered the field and about his innovation: The Virgin Diamond™.   In part two of this interview, Louis tells us more about his innovations of this ancient trade including the DiamondPower™ card and explains the perception and reality of lab-created diamonds.   It won't be just Layla K and MJ who are left wondering, “is my diamond USED??”   Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks.   Links:   Diamonds Are Year Round wtih Louis Valentine (Is It Just Me Podcast, Season 3, Episode 7)   The Virgin Diamond™   DiamondPower™ Card   Gemological Institute of America (GIA)  

Nothing says "new year" like predictions! Layla K and MJ decided to invite friends of the podcast Jason Gilmore, Neville Waters, and Anita Scarlett to share their predictions, and make a few of their own. Do you have any predictions for the year? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks. And remember, it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: The Great Resignation w Special Guest Jason Gilmore (Season 1, Episode 6) Overrated w Special Guest Neville Waters (Season 2, Episode 7) Let's Play "This or That" including Special Guest Neville Waters (Season 2, Episode 19) The Pod Generation Movie (IMDB) Taylor Swift Big Brother, Nineteen Eight Four (wikipedia) 2024 Food and Drink Trends Are All About Ranch, Robots, and Rooster Pasta (Food & Wine) 9 Interior Design Trends to Watch in 2024 (Elle Decor)        

Stumped for the perfect gift for someone? Maybe even for your podcast hosts? This is the episode for you! LaylaK and MJ give a quick guide on what makes a good gift, bad gift, and what to do in the awkward situation of an asymmetrical gift. Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks. And remember, it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Chia Pet  The Clapper (As Seen On TV) Barbie Dolls (Mattel)

Is it just Layla K and MJ, or does everyone love sparkly diamond jewelry? On this episode, they interview Mr. Louis Valentine, an expert in diamonds, on how he got into the industry and invented the brand of the Virgin Diamond. They also discuss a bit of the brilliance (ahem...) in recent diamond marketing and how even this ages-old industry is changing. And diamonds are definitely year round! Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks. And remember, it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: The History of the Diamond as an Engagement Ring (American Gem Society) Here's Where That 2-Month Salary For An Engagement Ring Thing Started (Good Housekeeping) Diamond Industry Facts (only Natural Diamonds) Introducing Diamond Power™ (Diamond Power) How 2023 became the year of the lab grown diamond (CNN)

Layla K and MJ interviewed Julie Durbin about her vocation at "Learn Differently, Teach Differently" a few weeks ago. In this follow-up episode, they celebrate "Making Math Real" success stories and the conversation continues with real life experiences being raised multilingual. You will be inspired by these stories! Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks. And remember, it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Julie Durbin (LinkedIn) Sausalito Floating Homes Association Chat With Julie Durbin On Her Fairy Tale Life & "Learn Differently, Teach Differently" (S3E3 Is It Just Me podcast with LaylaK and MJ) Advantages of a Bilingual Brain (Michigan State University Extension) Music Credits: Beautiful Piano by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/piano-background-music/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Do you ever read something, know it's not true, but just somehow accept it, maybe if a little bit suspiciously? Maybe it's not just you! Give a listen as LaylaK and MJ discuss a few top-of-mind examples that might make you think twice the next time you hear one of these “not quite true” statements. Do you have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks. And remember, it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: All Things Cybersecurity (Is It Just Me Podcast, Season 2 Ep 12) 5 Myths About Organic Food (Farmers' Almanac) Swallowing Gum - Is It Harmful? (Mayo Clinic) People Are Sharing The Biggest Lies In Human History (Buzzfeed) Your Customer Service Is Your Branding: The Ritz-Carlton Case Study (Forbes)   Music credit: Sneaky Snitch by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompetech.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

Just how important is coffee to LaylaK and MJ? Listen to this subscriber-requested episode to find out! You might also learn something about your favorite cup of morning goodness. Do you have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks. And remember, it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Let's Play "This or That?" with Patricia Gamboa and Neville Waters (S2 E19) Can Coffee Kill You? (LiveScience) 47 Addictive Coffee Facts (Fact Retriever) 63 Coffee Trivia Facts To Impress Your Friends (bean poet)

Layla K and MJ interview Julie Durbin on her "Fairy Tale life": both her vocation at "Learn Differently, Teach Differently", and her home life, on a floating home! Julie shares her journey of discovery to both and describes how "Making Math Real", a multi-sensory approach, empowers students with learning differences. It's NOT just us who are inspired by this story! Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks. And remember, it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: Julie Durbin (LinkedIn) Sausalito Floating Homes Association Music Credits: Beautiful Piano by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/piano-background-music/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

Have you ever heard a story and wondered if someone is trying to deflect you from the real news? Perhaps trying to give you that "nothing to see here folks...." feeling? Layla K and MJ certainly have! They share a few of those stories in this episode. Is it just me? Or do a few of these stories miss the plot?? Have an idea for a pod? Guest to recommend? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks. And remember, it may not be just you... but it could be! Links: The Creepiest Unsolved Mysteries in US National Parks (Outside Online) Decomposed body found in barrel on shore of sharinking Lake Mead in Nevada (NBC News) Russian Pundit's Idea of Nuking Yellowstone Volcano Wouldn't Work (Newsweek) Slugging "sprinter" goes viral, sparking nepotism scandal and an apology (NBC News) Creature Seekers: Center Hopes Drones Will AId Massive Loch Ness Monster Search (HuffPost) Loch Ness Fiction Is Stranger Than Truth (New York Times)  

“Is It Just Me with LaylaK and MJ” is BACK after taking a proper summer off. We are having none of this “Summer ends mid-August” nonsense.   In this premiere episode we recap a few stories you might have missed over the summer and preview what to expect in Season Three. Spoiler alert: we're bringing back more lighthearted takes on the topics you are talking about - or want to talk about! And we'll also introduce you to some of the fascinating people we've crossed paths with.   Have an idea for a pod? Drop us a comment on X, Instagram, Facebook or here. Follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks.   And remember, it may not be just you... but it could be!   Links: Released 50 years ago, "Soylent Green" is an eerie prophecy (The Economist) "A Modest Proposal", Jonathan Swift (Encyclopedia Britannica) Ryan Graves's claims about '100 yards sided red square" (HITC) Spiraling in San Francisco's Doom Loop (Curbed) An otter in Santa Cruz is hassling surfers (KQED)

It's that time of the year… graduations abound and summer holiday planning is in full swing. And LaylaK and MJ are wrapping up Season 2 of the podcast. In this episode we take a quick romp through Season highlights and share some clips that, let's just say, did not otherwise make it onto a podcast! But don't worry, we will be back in September with a whole new season and during the summer we'll continue to post on Twitter, Instagram, and even Facebook to keep up the fun. While you're there, let us know if you are interested in being on our show, or if you have a great “Is is just me” topic.   Be sure to follow "Is It Just Me with LaylaK and MJ" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode.   Have a great summer! And in the meantime, remember: It may not just be you. but it could be!   For all of the episodes referenced today, see: IsItJustMe.libsyn.com

Layla K and MJ decided to call back two previous podcast guests and ask them to play a quick round of "This or That?" They find willing players in Patricia Gamboa, party planner extraordinaire, founder of Patrician Company, and Season 1's "Better Together" holiday episode guest, and Neville Waters, master storyteller, from Season 2's "Overrated!" guest. Let's just say the lightening rounds of choosing between "This or That?" leave MJ, for one, questioning some of her friendship choices! Give a listen and find out what they all agreed, disagreed and all the fun reasoning for their choices. Be sure to follow Is It Just Me on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. And remember, it may not just be you, but it could be! Show notes: ChatGPT Mount Zion - Female Union Band Society Cemetery (Black Georgetown) Airstream Friends (IMDB) The Office (IMDB) The Jetsons (Warner Brothers, YouTube)  

Have you ever received an award, trophy or certificate and wondered, why did I even get that? Or see someone celebrate a certificate for completing a course? Not passing it mind you - just attending it. There are also some highly prestigious awards that occasionally become meaningless! In this episode, LaylaK and MJ take a lighthearted look at some useless awards, and wonder why people seem to be proud to receive them. Or are they? What is the most ridiculous award you've seen? Let us know in the comments! Be sure to follow "Is It Just Me with LaylaK and MJ" on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc to never miss an episode. Only two left in Season 2. And remember, it may not be just you, but it could be! Show notes: Should We Give Every Child A Trophy? (Psychology Today) Man Skipped Work For 6 Years And No One Noticed Until He Won An Award (HuffPost) 10 Most Bizarre Awards (Oddee)

LaylaK and MJ talk education reform! Is it just them, or does the system need an overhaul? They cover everything from graduates drowning in student debt with limited job prospects to the incredibly competitive market for trained, skilled labor. What do YOU think? Is college overrated? How do we best serve our students and society? Be sure to follow Is It Just Me on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. And remember, it may not just be you, but it could be! Show notes: Here's how the cost of Harvard has changed throughout the years (Business Insider) Cost to attend California State University Los Angeles (CollegeCalc) Unemployment rate of recent US College grads by major (Statista) Average Salaries of College Graduates, 2023 (Forbes) 95 People who dropped out of college and became millionaires anyway (Bored Panda)

Have you ever played the “would you rather…” game? Deciding between dilemmas, sometimes impossible choices, is today's topic. Some of our choices are light and fun but we also ask some deeper skill questions. And we even asked ChatGPT on OpenAI to fine tune our questions! What do you think about our choices? Drop us a comment here or let us know on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. Be sure to follow Is It Just Me on Apple Podcasn ts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. And remember, it may not just be you, but it could be! Show notes: ChatGPT Teaser music credits: Investigations by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompetech.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

We've touched on climate change before and agree: it does change and that IS an issue! But is it just us that believe technology and innovation will answer the challenge?  On this episode we focus on some of those fantastic innovations. What do you think? Is it all doom, doomscrolling, and gloom, or is there reason for hope? Know of an innovation we really should highlight? Drop us a comment below!  Be sure to follow Is It Just Me on Apple Podcasn ts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. And remember, it may not just be you, but it could be! Show notes: Episode 3: Doomscrolling Is A Lie Episode 2: Let The Rich Get Richer 50 Years Of Failed Doomsday (AEI) 60 Minutes Promotes Paul Erlich's Failed Doomsaying One More Time (Reason) Bill Gates criticizes idea of leading "impoverished lifestyle" to address climate change (Yahoo News) Bill Gates' nuclear-power firm will help build a $170 million experimental nuclear reactor in Idaho (Business Insider) Backed by OC donor, Caltech launches demo for harvesting solar power in space (Daily Pilot) This Billboard Sucks Pollution from the Sky and Returns Purified Air (Time)   Teaser music credits: Good Morning by MaxKoMusic | https://maxkomusic.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Layla and I have discussed “good intentions gone wrong” before - policies that didn't exactly work out as intended. In this episode we discuss some very strange workplace policies we've come across, and can assure you, it will NOT just be us that think some of these practices actually very weird and leave employers looking just bonkers in the harsh light of the internet! What do YOU think? Have you come across any such practices? And are some of these just weird? Let us know in the comments. Be sure to follow Is It Just Me on Apple Podcasn ts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. And remember, it may not just be you, but it could be! Show notes: The Most Absurd Workplace Rules, According To Reddit (Limeade Listening) 8 Weird Company Rules You Didn't Know Exist (Resume Professional Writers) 30 Craziest Corporate Policies Employees Must Follow (Best Life Online) Workers stunned as bosses ban them from putting milk in breakfast cereal (Daily Record) Episode music credits: Good Morning by MaxKoMusic | https://maxkomusic.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/  

If you listened to our last episode, All Things Cybersecurity, Part 1, you understand why we had to continue the discussion with our cybersecurity expert, Mr. Saad Nabeel. In Part 1 you heard how organizations get your data, sell it, and then manipulate you to buy products that you probably don't even want. In Part 2 you'll hear more about how criminal organizations get your data and then either ransom you to try and get it back, or simply use it to commit identity or financial fraud. Saad also offers some tips on what to do, how to protect yourself, and to make some sensible decisions before lazily clicking cookie or data permissions. You know. All those screens you randomly click on to get to the content you want!   Be sure to follow Is It Just Me on Apple Podcast, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks.   Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook.   And remember, is may not be just you, but it could be!   Episode music credit: Lightless Dawn by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompetech.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

Has your computer or phone even been hacked? What about a company you work for? It's certainly not just Layla K and MJ who have received a letter from a company warning us that our personal data has been compromised. But what does that mean exactly? Should we worry? In this episode they discuss the world of Cyber Security with a cyber expert, Mr. Saad Nabeel. He shares how hackers around the world are well organized, with companies, management, holidays and benefit plans - and even have help desks with friendly agents to guide you on how to pay them off in return for YOUR data. It is just Layla K and MJ? Are you concerned at all about the amount of your data is available? Be sure to follow Is It Just Me on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Part 2 of this series (because one episode just wasn't enough!) drops Wednesday, February 22. Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. And remember, it may not just be you, but it could be! Show notes: Saad Nabeel (LinkedIn)   What is the CIA Triad? (FORTINET)   Cambridge Analytica (Wikipedia)   iRobot Roombas (Mozilla Foundation)   A Roomba recorded a woman on the toilet. How did screenshots end up on Facebook? (MIT Technology Review)   Amazon's Camera Drone May Be Risky, Here's Why (TechTimes)   Amazon's Ring drone camera sets a bad precedent for privacy (CNET)   Episode music credit: Lightless Dawn by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompetech.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

Lake Superior State University publishes a list of banished words every year. While “banish” is a strong word, it can't just be LaylaK and MJ that think this year they have come up with a most agreeable list - nominated for misuse, overuse, and uselessness. What do you think should make the list? Be sure to follow Is It Just Me on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. And remember, it may not just be you, but it could be! Show notes: 2023 Banished Words List (Lake Superior State University) Why is Tom Brady called the GOAT? (Sporting News) The “H” In IMHO Does Not Mean Humble or Honest (The Atlantic) Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders bans "Latinx" from government documents "to respect the Latino community" (CBS News)

Layla K and MJ are joined by Brian Townsend, former DEA undercover agent and founder of Eagle 6 Training, to discuss lessons in leadership he's learned in arenas as different, and as similar, as cartels, Quantico and Corporate America. Is it just me, or can we all learn a lot from Brian's background, "retirement" at the age of 50, and real world experience with the current fentanyl crisis? Be sure to follow Is It Just Me on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. And remember, it may not just be you, but it could be! Show notes: Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Eagle 6 Training The FBI Academy: A Pictorial History (Federal Bureau of Investigation) NCIS (Official Site, CBS) Blue Bloods (Official Site, CBS) Law and Order (Official Site, NBC) Fentanyl Fact Sheet (DEA) Mexico's Long War: Drugs, Crime, and the Cartels (Council on Foreign Relations) Opioid and Fentanyl Awareness (Only2MG.com) Poison Pill: How fentanyl killed a 17-year-old (Washington Post, paywall) 2022 was a deadly (but hopeful) year in America's opioid crisis (NPR) Man in the Mirror (John C. Maxwell)

Is it just me? What is it about this time of the year that has everyone talking about "resolution-this" and "new-that"? In this podcast, Layla K and MJ speak with long-time friend Dr. Karen Kendrick, a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, as she answers that question and shares advice and methods to transform yourself into a better, greater you at the new year, or any time! Be sure to follow Is It Just Me on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks. Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. And remember, it may not just be you, but it could be! Show notes: Is It Just Me: Holiday Hustle Episode Auld Lang Syne (Britannica) Auld Land Syne, Guy Lombardo And His Royal Canadians YouTube (Capitol Records, 1953) How Do You Set SMART Goals? Definition and Examples (indeed) Dr. Karen Kendrick website (including links to podcast, personal development courses, social media and more!)