Best Jersey Jo Podcasts (2024)

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A tough start in Oakland for Mayor Sheng Thao 33:06

2d ago33:06

33:06

Oakland has always been in the shadow of it’s across the bay neighbor, San Francisco, but a new mayor is working on changing that and improving how the city operates and is perceived. Crime and homelessness are problems, but Mayor Sheng Thao is working on that. Just listen. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: Ourco How to Really Run a Ci…

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Episode 191: Friend Of-ing Too Close To The Sun 19:06

5d ago19:06

19:06

The gang is back and we've got... Jersey. That's it. Settle in for ANOTHER Bougie Kidz event, a scheming Fessler, and the fallout from the great "hair girl" fight!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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The Reluctant Politician Promotes Good Government 50:53

9d ago50:53

50:53

Shawn Milnes didn’t start out wanting to be in government and while he served as a county commissioner, he still can be a government critic, just like how he started out. Thinking he could do better, he ran for office, won an election but now serves Northern Utah on a commission that represents government to the business community. He says his back…

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Episode 190: The Quite Part Out Loud But It's Teresa So It's Like, Super Loud 14:36

13d ago14:36

14:36

Alex and Elisabeth are holding down the fort this week and we've got one show! RHONJ is action packed! Questionable party themes, hair drama, and the plastic cup smack heard around the world!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Switching Medicare Supplements Year Round - Jo Gallo 19:35

18d ago19:35

19:35

Did you know you can Switch Medicare Supplements Year Round? That's right! If you think you're overpaying for your Medicare Supplement, you can potentially switch to save! Ocean County Medicare superstar Jo Gallo sits down with us to talk about the process of switching. And why she's now recommending shopping every single year if possible. 🌐 https:…

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Episode 189: The Jersey Episode 18:34

20d ago18:34

18:34

It's just Elisabeth and Julia this week and we've got... show. Just the one. Elisabeth and Julia talk burning plastic based cards, lemon placements, and creepy hanging meat! All that and some hot Bravo gossip!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Housing, Hockey, & Leadership with Mary Jo McGuire 44:07

23d ago44:07

44:07

Hockey player Mary Jo McGuire is also the county commissioner in Ramsey Co, Minnesota. She is also the current president of the National Association of Counties. In the meantime, she champions affordable housing, loves to dine at local ethnic restaurants and for fun cross country skis. Busy lady. Listen to how she manages it all. Thanks to our spon…

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Episode 188: NPC Side Quest 29:28

26d ago29:28

29:28

The gang is here and we got the gos! We have some VPR/ the Valley related drama, a frustrating Summer House reunion, and another wacky episode of Real Housewives of New Jersey.By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Episode 187: A Jax Of All Trades But a Master of None 35:00

1M ago35:00

35:00

What a week! We have bizarre fights on RHONJ, Julia getting Jaxed on The Valley, and the downfall of West on Summer House! Buckle up!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Apples, Wine and Winston Churchill with Yakima County Commissioner Amanda McKinney 37:29

1M ago37:29

37:29

Yakima Washington County Commissioner Amanda McKinney is a force, she is and she talks and more important she listens. And, being from Washington, she knows her apples and wine, so listen to how you can get the best from Washington in your pie. Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Produ…

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Episode 186: Where's My Hug? 49:02

1M ago49:02

49:02

What a week of Bravo! More kids going to college on RHONJ, the end of Martha's Vineyard, secret evil Danny on The Valley, the last episode of the VPR reunion, and the BIG BREAK UP on Summer House! What a week!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Episode 185: Spooky Encounters With the Jo Kind 41:49

2M ago41:49

41:49

The gang is all back together and we’ve got the shows! We got the season finale on SH: MV, the end of the end of Carl and Lindsay on SH OG, confusing alliances and casting on RHONJ, absolute insanity on The Valley, and reunion part 2 on Vanderpump Rules!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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From the Hills, Good Government in Tuolumne County with Jaron Brandon 26:15

2M ago26:15

26:15

Jaron Brandon is Tuolumne County (CA) Supervisor. Housing is an issue that got him involved in politics back in his home county. He has continued to work to create affordable housing and sees housing as an issue that effects almost every other aspect of life. Listen to how he is hoping to improve conditions. Executive Producers: David Martin, David…

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Episode 184: Lover and a Fighterboy 42:09

2M ago42:09

42:09

Julia and Alex are holding down the fort while Elisabeth is away again this week. We have power plays on RHONJ, big talks on SH: MV, lots of tears on SH, a non-couples couples trip on the Valley, and reunion part 1 over on VPR!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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The Elder Care Project - Dr. Harlem Gunness 46:43

2M ago46:43

46:43

The Elder Care Project is a documentary and podcast series that examines the issues affecting aging adults in America. Its host, Dr. Harlem Gunness, has spent decades in public health. He talks to the different experts and players in the elder care space to give families the tools they need to tackle this often difficult time. Check out the great e…

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Episode 183: Our 5K 42:58

2M ago42:58

42:58

Elisabeth is out of town and Julia and Alex are holding down the fort! We have 5K drama on Martha's Vineyard, goofy heartbreakers on Summer House OG, the great Kristen ice out on the Valley, and too much everything on VPR. Woof!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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The Mothman Lives in West Virginia, check the red eyes... 34:42

2M ago34:42

34:42

Something Weird in Mason County, WV Stop into Mason County and see the Mothman, ok maybe not the real Mothman, but his eight-foot high statue. It’s in downtown Point Pleasant, WV and it’s a local legend and it’s weird, as County Commissioner Rick Handley explains. Ok it’s not Rosewell UFO crash site, weird, but it’s part of the local color of Mason…

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Applying for Medicaid in New Jersey - Senior Planning Services 36:52

2M ago36:52

36:52

Applying for Medicaid ABD in New Jersey is a time-consuming and nerve-racking process. You could be worried Medicaid will take away your money and assets, or that you won't be able to claim your Medicaid benefits. Senior Planning Services (https://www.seniorplanning.com) is a company that looks to help families in New Jersey and other states with t…

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Episode 182: Mother Dearest 32:26

2M ago32:26

32:26

The gang is coming at you with a full Bravo line up! It's couples week on Martha's Vineyard, a double episode of Summer House OG, a Kristen take down on the Valley, and the great San Fran trip on VPR!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Episode 181: Hallway Hijinks 17:07

3M ago17:07

17:07

NOTE: We have some technical difficulties with Elisabeth's audio this week. The gang is here and we've got shows! A new Summer House: Martha's Vineyard, The Valley, and VPR! No Summer House OG this week but don't worry, that means double Summer House next week!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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The Good Commissioner of West Virginia 36:13

3M ago36:13

36:13

Meet Fred Davis of Tucker County, West Virginia. His campaign strategy involved lottery tickets and beer. He’s a real character on government and he’s a real as they come. So what makes him good, he listens… just listen. Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producers: David Martin, Davi…

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Episode 180: Peaks and Someone Having an Affair on the Valley 32:19

3M ago32:19

32:19

Another packed week of Bravo! We've got shitty guys pretending to be enlightened on Summer House: Martha's Vineyard, bizarre career moves on Summer House OG, a mystery affair (maybe?) on the Valley, and James delivering a series of hilarious one liners on VPR!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Episode 179: Bleach, Please 38:30

3M ago38:30

38:30

Another week of Bravo! The survival of the Summer House returns on Martha's Vineyard, the questionable survival of relationships continues on on Summer House: OG, we all try to survive another gala on The Valley, and we wonder how Swartz's hair follicles will survive on VPR!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Taxes are FUN, Just ask the IRS (A Conversation with IRS Program Analyst Kristen Deazeley) 48:34

3M ago48:34

48:34

Paying taxes sucks. We all know that. But the IRS doesn’t see it that way. In truth, the IRS expects us all to pay our taxes, but they really only want us to pay what we owe, no more, no less. And the IRS really will help you pay the correct amount. Kristien Deazeley of the IRS explains. GoodGovernmentShow.com IRS.gov/help Thanks to our sponsors: N…

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Episode 178: Doubting Doute 41:19

3M ago41:19

41:19

The gang is back together and we've got shows! A new Summer House Martha's Vineyard that may or may not give mean girl energy, the great flower boy debate on Summer House, questionable hiring practices on VPR, and the return (well, she never really left) of an off the rails Doute.By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Fighting Medicare Fraud With Charles Clarkson of Senior Medicare Patrol NJ 44:41

3M ago44:41

44:41

Who is fighting Medicare fraud? Medicare Fraud costs taxpayers tens of billions of dollars each year and leaves many Medicare enrollees with bills they shouldn’t have to pay. Luckily, Senior Medicare Patrol educates thousands of people on how to spot and prevent Medicare fraud and helps people fight cases of Medicare Fraud. We got to speak with Cha…

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Bringing a Passion to Health Care 42:02

3M ago42:02

42:02

Don’t lock ‘em up, heal them up... Jim Cavanaugh is a county commissioner in Douglas County, Nebraska. Out in Omaha his passion project is making sure people who need mental health assistance aren’t just tossed in jail. He says not only does it not get them the care they need, but it simply costs more. So listen to his solutions and where to get a …

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Episode 177: The Youths of Bravo 35:53

3M ago35:53

35:53

Julia and Elisabeth are here and ready for some shows! No Housewives here! Just the "youth" Bravo, and by youth we mean 40 year olds. We have the return of Summer House: Martha's Vineyard, an unusual OG Summer House, a wacky episode of the Valley, and a mean episode of VPR.By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Episode 176: Jax is Back 31:06

4M ago31:06

31:06

Jax is back and Jaxier than ever! Elisabeth and Alex break down Summer House, our new show The Valley, and Vanderpump Rules!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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When Do I Take Social Security? With Mckayla Johnson of Retirable 42:38

4M ago42:38

42:38

When am I supposed to take Social Security? What factors should I consider when taking Social Security? Can I work while taking Social Security? Should I wait until my full retirement age? There are so many things to consider when choosing to take Social Security. Luckily, we brought in the retirement experts from Retirable to help! Mckayla Johnson…

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American Dream on the American Border 40:01

4M ago40:01

40:01

Manny Ruiz is the American dream. His parents came to American for a better life for their 11 children. A first generation American, Manny is now a Santa Fe County Arizona county commissioner. He sees a lot of things right at the border, but he also sees where and how things can and should improve. Listen to someone living their entire life at the …

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Episode 175: May The Swartz Be With You 17:10

4M ago17:10

17:10

It's just Elisabeth and Alex this week and we've got shows. We wrap up RHOBH with the most mid reunion, a classic "what about me" episode of VPR, and another episode of Summer House filled with car drama!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Episode 174: More Mo More Problems 27:08

4M ago27:08

27:08

And now Alex is gone! What is happening? Don't worry, Julia and Elisabeth are here and we've got the shows! Reunions for RHOBH and RHOM, surprise therapy for VPR, and the "welp, there it is" moment for Summer House! Wowwza!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Immigration at the border in El Paso 51:07

4M ago51:07

51:07

David Stout is a county commissioner in El Paso, Texas. The only crisis he sees at his border is a humanitarian crisis. Every day he deals with migrant issues and regularly visits his migrant processing center and talks with migrants and hears their stories. It’s an eye-opening conversation with someone on the front lines of the immigration situati…

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How Many Waters Have You Brought Me? 30:22

4M ago30:22

30:22

Alex and Julia are holding down the fort! We have the RHOBH and RHOM reunions, a bonkers second episode of Summer House, and a trip to Lake Tahoe with VPR.By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Inside the Pharmacy Industry With Dr. Dean Graziano 50:42

5M ago50:42

50:42

Dr. Dean Graziano is a pharmacist with decades of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. He's worked in supermarkets, pharmaceutical research, the long term care industry, and owns his own pharmacy. He is also a licensed Medicare broker. We got to pick Dean's brain on a variety of subjects in this episode of Talking Retirement. Tune in if you'd…

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Episode 172: The Real Love Bean 34:14

5M ago34:14

34:14

A week of theories! Alex, Elisabeth, and Julia say 'see you soon' to RHOP, investigate Larsa and Marcus's relationship on RHOM, and uncover the meaning behind the pet name Love Bean on RHOBH. The gang is delighted to welcome back Summer House, and is shaken after witnessing Sandoval gain evil super villain powers from an ice bath plunge.…

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Episode 171: P.K.S.D 26:52

5M ago26:52

26:52

The gang is here and we've got shows! No RHOP this week but don't worry because we've got RHOM, RHOBH, and Vanderpump Rules!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Episode 170: A Weed Party With No Weed? How Dreadful 36:38

5M ago36:38

36:38

The gang is here and they are ready to talk RHOBH, RHOP, RHOM, and Vanderpump Rules! Is Kyle the worst? What on Earth is happening on Potomac? Is Miami the craziest thing on TV? Could Sandoval get any worse? What a week!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Episode 169: Take Down the Couples Photo! 23:15

5M ago23:15

23:15

VPR is back and Elisabeth, Alex, and Julia are loving it! The gang also chats about RHOM, RHOP, and RHOBH.By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Episode 168: Ghost Host 23:36

6M ago23:36

23:36

The gang is here! We've got a spooky RHOBH, a themed RHOP, and a bonkers RHOSLC! Wowza!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Episode 167: No Rum In This Punch 22:42

6M ago22:42

22:42

The gang is here and off the rails! No taglines, no Elisabeth! Julia and Alex are getting wild with RHOSLC, questioning the fashion show fashions with RHOM, get re-mad at Juan on RHOP, are put to sleep during RHOBH, and say goodbye to Southern Charm!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Episode 166: Burned Too Bright 36:03

6M ago36:03

36:03

What a week! We have a blah episode of RHOP, an insane RHOM, a sad yet bizarre RHOBH, and an amazing Southern Charm and RHOSLC!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Tommy Calvert Stands tall in Texas 54:29

6M ago54:29

54:29

Tommy Calvert is a Bexar County Texas Commissioner. And he doesn’t just stand out because he’s tall. He stands out because he gets things done. Not just in his home of San Antonio, Texas, but as you will hear around the world. GoodGovernmentShow.com Bexar.org Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco …

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Episode 165: Face Planting Into The Point 27:09

6M ago27:09

27:09

Elisabeth and Alex are here and ready to bring you the shows! We have an action packed RHOM, a bizarre RHOBH, and the season finale of Southern Charm, and the most insane episode of RHOSLC!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Minisode 164: The Ultimate Betrayal 9:52

6M ago9:52

9:52

The gang is back! Kinda! We are coming at you with a New Year minisode. We ask the hard questions here in the New Year! Can Whitney read? What's with the nose thing? Is the cast on the Lisa love train like we are?By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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Crisis Management in Buffalo with Mark Polencarz 41:26

7M ago41:26

41:26

First a racist shooting left 10 dead. Then a once a century blizzard left 31 dead. Through it all Erie County New York executive Mark Polencarz managed the county through two tragic crises. Hear how he did it. GoodGovernmentShow.com SonomaCounty.CA.gov Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executi…

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Episode 163: Salty AF 34:03

7M ago34:03

34:03

What a week of Bravo! We've got a wacky RHOP, a smelly RHOM, a confusing RHOBH, a bonkers RHOSLC, and a wild Southern Charm! A classic week of Bravo! Friendly reminder that we will be off next week for the holidays but we will be back the following week! See ya'll soon!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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James Gore talks Wine and Wildfires in Sonoma California 28:48

7M ago28:48

28:48

When you talk to a county supervisor from Sonoma County, California, you have to start the conversation with wine, and we do. We also talk about wildfires and fire resiliency. Join the conversation. GoodGovernmentShow.com SonomaCounty.CA.gov Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producer…

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Episode 162: Throwing The Meredith Baby Out With The Bath Water 22:49

7M ago22:49

22:49

What a week of Bravo! We have RHOM, RHOSLC, RHOP, and RHOBH. No Southern Charm this week but won't you worry! We will have double next week! Yeehaw!By Don‘t Be All Like, Uncool

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