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A "Pair of Jeans" get together again to discuss, well, anything, really. They talk about the decline of COVID , self-reflection, and touch on dating in 2022. Of course they add in some interesting stories and other life events. Jean tells the other Jean they will do another podcast once Jean goes on a date, it's only been since 2015. Join them for some fun and life tips on this episode of The Mental Landscape Podcast

Welcome back to Kyndale! Kyndale and Jean have been friends for the last 30 years. Kyndale and Jean talk about having grown kids and how life is different. How they can't believe how young they feel at this stage in the game and the things they are doing both mentally and physically. They discuss when they both started making positive changes in life and what paths they both took. Of course, not escaping the Covid topic, listen as they give their thoughts on those most vulnerable to being sick. Kyndale provides insight into school cafeteria eating and why we need to teach our kids young how to eat to live, not live to eat. Jean gives praise to having her own podcast so she can say whatever the "f" she wants.

Jean gets Covid and is late out of the gate starting her 2022 podcasts but that isn't stopping her. Check out this quick “Just Jean Minisode” as she talks about how Mental Landscape Podcast originated, what it's all about, and where she's taking it in 2022!!!

Jean welcomes Executive Coach and HR Professional Cindy Saunders. They discuss the difference between being a manager and being a leader. They also delve into the world of “emotional intelligence” and how we find that, grow it, and maintain it. Jean admits looking into her own emotional intelligence was scary. They discuss emotional intelligence as a process, and how you have to want it. Join them as they share how having a leadership coach is beneficial and extends far beyond the confines of the work place. What does your emotional intelligence look like?

Jean goes all out Halloween style with her special guest Jerry Olsen from Vipers Paranormal Investigations. They talk about how Jerry came to be a "ghost hunter" and how this team conducts their research. He gives insight to the scientific aspect as well as what he has and has not seen during investigations. He's been to places like Virginia City and the Donner Tunnels and talks about the findings of those investigations. Jean also shares her personal experiences with the paranormal, Check out episode thirteen for some honest and spooky talk about the supernatural!

Jean sits down with Kich, Sgt at Arms of the Boozefighters MC. They discuss how Street Vibrations in Reno has changed due to laws and stigmas. They also discuss the great things that many of the motorcycle clubs do for the community. Kich delves into some background about the Boozefighters MC and talks about his love for the club. This is a very candid talk about the stigma of people who ride and are in MCs and how he among others are working to change that. Explicit as usual folks! 

Beware of the potty mouths as Jean welcomes her long time friend John EFF'n Eastland to the show and they go way back to the dark days but bring light and humor to what used to be an insane way of life. John owns Eastland Family Fitness and they take time to discuss how fitness helps them and how they both like helping others. Jean also took some listener comments to discuss how people are currently coping with COVID. 

Jean sits down and chats with Julius Malagar who is a coach at Momentum Martial Arts and also on the Momentum Fight Team. They talk MMA, the future, and go on a random tangent about aliens. If you like a little humor, Julius is your guy. Check out the latest episode of the Mental Landscape Podcast.

Jean sits down with her youngest guest yet. Ash is 14 and has some very insightful views on the world. Jean asks her what she thinks most girls her age are doing while she is doing martial arts and muay thai tournaments. Just when Jean thinks they are going to wrap up, Ash has one last insightful thought on social media to share.

Mental Landscape Podcast- Episode 8- Jean talks with fellow fitness enthusiast Amanda Marquez and owner of Brass Knuckle Bakery. They talk about her launch into her business, how 2020 brought about panic attacks which she had never had before, and how she balances her "real job," her daughter, her marriage, her health, and Brass Knuckle Bakery. Join us for another candid conversation about building your mental landscape.

On this episode of "A Pair of Jeans" part two, Jean has her best friend Jean on, again, and they give their pitch on three submitted listener topics including; relationships, self-love, and codependency. They take a personal approach in discussing the topics and where they went wrong, what they learned from it, and how they see things now. Listener discretion advised due to their potty mouths.

On this episode of The Mental Landscape Podcast Jean talks with psychiatrist Dr. Barry Cole who has years of experience working with private and state driven mental health care. They discuss the permanent effects of drug abuse, the pain and depression cycle, the difficulty of treating people with schizophrenia, dementia behaviors and how mental and physical elements cannot be treated separately.

Jean chats with fellow gym member of Momentum Martial Arts, Katy Stuehm, about all the ups and downs of balancing life through all the adversities we go through as humans. Katy is a mom of two, homeschooler, dog trainer, and avid martial arts and fitness enthusiast. They touch on how martial arts and fitness have changed their thinking and how any kind of change requires a true thought process to better yourself, regardless of your age.

Jean talks with Darcy Patterson who lost her daughter Kirsten of a heroin overdose on her 21st birthday. They talk about the stigma of addicts and the need for education and awareness among communities. Jean shares her personal stories with her own addictions and those around her. Darcy shares her story of loss that has been coupled with hope as she advocates for addicts and families. She travels in and out of Nevada to help others who have been affected by the opioid crisis.

On this episode Jean chats with Kyndale who is a lifelong friend about how she homeschooled three kids, how she was affected by Covid, and both their interests in health and fitness later in life. They also discuss on the rising homeless population, specifically in Reno, Nevada, and more on this episode of the Mental Landscape Podcast.

On this Episode Jean interviews her best friend Jean Donley who is an elementary school teacher who's currently training for the Spartan Race. The Jeans discuss their 30 year high school reunion coming up, (If there was no Covid), about Covid vaccines, how they both avoid the news, and what they each took away from 2020.

Jean and Darien talk about being a coach and a leader, why Darien chose martial arts, what it takes to open a gym like momentum, standing up for the right thing, training and firearm safety, personal experience outweighing personal opinion, new years resolutions, trying to become a different person, discipline over motivation, Jean exploring cryotherapy and holistic wellness for her health, ice baths, martial arts as a vehicle for overcoming fears, and more on this episode of the Mental Landscape Podcast.