The Venn Dialogues
Join Christine & Jacoby, weekly, as they discuss a wide-range of topics they find interesting. The pair will give their perspective on the topic of the week and then look at the research, facts and literature associated with the topic to see if it expands the conversation. These topics will create a dialogue that encourages our listeners to learn more about the world and ourselves. Listen weekly to find out how you can add to the conversation. Follow us at Venn.Dialogues on Instagram and at VennDialoguePod on X (formerly known as twitter).
New Phone, Who Dis?
The Venn Dialogues is back baby! And we are diving back in with a life update. Christine and Jacoby jump in and catch the audience members up on why we took our break.Â
Hopefully our shares inspire anyone out there battling with the idea of taking that break or the next step towards a brighter day to go for it!
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Binaural Beats
This week we talk about Binaural Beats, a form of music/sound that helps some people find a more relaxing atmosphere. If you have been looking for ways to better relax or calm your nerves throughout your day or maybe even when you sleep, this may be a great new thing to learn about.Â
Come to learn, stay for the laughs!
Sources:
https://www.jstor.org/stable/1513446?searchText=Binaural%20Beats&searchUri=%2Faction%2FdoBasicSearch%3FQuery%3DBinaural%2BBeats%26so%3Drel&ab_segments=0%2Fbasic_search_gsv2%2Fcontrol&refreqid=fastly-default%3Aa719725ce2f02d6671d98aa3e...You're Hot Then You're Cold
Today we talk about the potential impact of hot/cold climates on someone's lifespan. Do you think one or the other is better. Come listen and find out!
Sources:
https://www.facebook.com/drewbinsky/videos/7-coldest-places-where-people-live/1822126744868287/https://www.britannica.com/topic/Inuit-peoplehttps://www.pbs.org/video/how-an-igloo-keeps-you-warm-ok7s1z/https://www.reddit.com/r/AskACanadian/comments/1769bag/ask_an_inuk_whats_something_you_always_wanted_to/https://arcticwildlifetours.com/be-inspired/how-cold-is-it-in-the-arctic/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjE5qn16Jqo...CoComelon & Hormone Monsters
This week we are talking about hormones. As a part of our new efforts to build topics upon each other, we dive deeper into the hormones that result from cold plunges. Come to learn, stay for the laughs! Share an episode with a friend!
Sources:
https://www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctt1gxxpgr.14?searchText=hormones&searchUri=%2Faction%2FdoBasicSearch%3FQuery%3Dhormones%26so%3Drel&ab_segments=0%2Fbasic_search_gsv2%2Fcontrol&refreqid=fastly-default%3A323a745350efbc6faae11663f1060ef8&seq=13Â https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/23334-pineal-glandhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/23005-adrenal-glandhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/b...Need a Cold Shower!
Ever thought about a cold plunge? Kind of scary, right?
Maybe taken a cold shower? What an experience, right?
Well, today we explore the benefits of cold plunges and cold showers! We even talk a bit about saunas, because whats the cold without discussing some heat. Come to learn, stay for the laughs!Â
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Sources:
https://www.prevention.com/health/a46165202/ice-bath-benefits/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=mgu_ga_pre_md_pmx_hybd_mix_us_20739785489&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20733447543&gbraid=0A...I AM GROOT!
This episode we explore more about trees by better understanding what they make! Both naturally and what we turn them into. Share an episode with a friend. Come to learn, stay for the laughs!
Sources
https://wisconsincountyforests.com/education/products-trees/https://www.rta.org/why-wood/https://www.woodlands.co.uk/blog/woodland-economics/biofuels-from-trees/https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-and-wildlife/british-trees/a-z-of-british-trees/yew/https://www.applerubber.com/blog/how-is-natural-rubber-made/https://fruitslist.com/fruits-that-grow-on-trees/ https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2019/06/13/732160949/how-almonds-went-from-deadly-to-delicioushttps://www.beside.earth/en/articles/a-short-guide-to-alternative-tree-syrups https://northerngardener.org/trees-for-teas/ https://pleacetree.com/essential-oils-made-from-trees/ https://www...Defying Gravity!
Today we are talking about Trees! From seed to full canopy come learn about the beauties that surround us everyday. Come to learn and stay for the laughs.
Sources:
https://www.everydayhealth.com/food-ingredients/can-i-eat-tree-sap/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSch_NgZpQshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAv17ZSB1QIChallenge:
Look at trees around you! Maybe even hugÂ
one.Â
Quote:
"If you're not a tree hugger, then you're a what, a tree hater?" - Doug Coupland
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Bury Me Inside the Gucci Store
Happy New Year!! The Venn Dialogues is back! Hoping to give you all a new year of amazing new learnings and laughs. We are so excited for this year and all we have planned for our listeners. Share an episode with a friend and buckle up for an amazing episode about coffins, caskets, burial practices and - you guessed it - their environmental implications.Â
Today, we talk coffins, caskets and burial practices. This episode takes a wild ride with an intriguing and surprising history of coffins/caskets to an exploration of some of the modern impacts of b...
Align Your Chakras
*Mariah Carey Whistle Tone*Â
It’s tiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiime to review the past year. For our last episode of the year, join us as we reflect on the good, the bad, the ugly of what was 2025. We use the chakras to tailor the conversation and check in with the different parts of our lives to help us figure out what we’ll be doing to make 2026 “our year” as the girlies say.
Break out your journal and reflect with us!
Sources:
https://www.elephantjournal.com/2016/02/a-15-question-chakra-check-in-to-keep-us-attuned-to-our-intentions/Â
Challenge:Â
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Please Don't Fake It!
WARNING: Jacoby's audio is a bit distorted until the 17 minute mark. If it is too jarring, please feel free to skip ahead.
This week we talk about overconfidence! We explore some sociological theories (i.e. Dunning-Kruger Effect) and then dive into ways we can try to recognize or combat overconfidence in ourselves and each other.Â
Resources:
https://www.jstor.org/stable/20182845?read-now=1&seq=2#page_scan_tab_contentshttps://www.jstor.org/stable/45094456?read-now=1&seq=2#page_scan_tab_contentshttps://www.jstor.org/stable/43611008?read-now=1&seq=1#page_scan_tab_contentshttps://psychotricks.com/overconfidence-effect/
High Five!
Issa recap. From the latest life help professions episode answering some questions we left behind, to….. the wall!!! to the SWEAT drop down my… Enjoy the recap! 🙂
Sources:
Beyond 50 Minutes: https://beyond50minutes.com/https://mindfultherapyworks.com/https://www.tafwanimichelle.com/Event THIS Thursday 12/4: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/what-my-mother-and-i-dont-talk-about-registration-1968855504815Join the Conversation
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Season 1 Track: Old Streets by Crystal Squad
Season 2 Track: Future Love by Squares
Venns with Benefits
Christine and I play a little makeshift game of Venn with Benefits. Come here us tap into some creative juices or maybe laugh at us struggle lol.Â
Challenge:
 Play a fun new game!
Quote:
 “Will is what makes us more than the sum of our fears.” - Hal Jordan, The Green Lantern
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Season 1 Track: Old Streets by Crystal Squad
Professional Friends & Popping Pills
This week we explore the "Life Help" Professions. We are talking the difference between Mental Healthcare Workers & Life Coaches. If you have ever wondered what is the difference between a therapist, psychologist, psychiatrist, counselor, social worker and life coach this episode is for you. Come dive in with us. Share an episode with a friend.Â
Sources:
https://www.amberbarrerocounseling.com/post/life-coach-vs-therapist-vs-psychologist-vs-psychiatrist-what-s-the-difference https://achology.com/helping-people/the-complete-history-of-life-coaching-and-its-predecessors/ https://paperbell.com/blog/history-of-coaching/ https://www.iienstitu.com/en/blog/life-coaching-history https://psychcentral.com/lib/history-of-psychotherapy#psychotherapy-today https://time.com/6282500/ancient-roots-of-psychotherapy/ https://www.verywellhealth.com/counselor-vs-therapist-5220991 https...Silver Fox
Gray hair is inevitable, but have you ever questioned WHY? Graying is a sign of getting older, however, teenagers have gray hair too! WHY?! Dive into the many rabbit holes we fell into just trying to understand more about gray hair.Â
We learned A LOT in this episode, so join us as we learn more about what’s going on in our bodies and what else our little gray hairs could be telling us!
Sources:
https://shorten.ly/MPrJhttps://shorten.ly/T9bp8https://shorten.ly/BKzzhttps://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/melanoma/htt...Racks on Racks on Racks
Today we talk Data Centers. Its a long journey, so please be sure to use the resources outlined below to fill in any gaps after you listen. We talk the development of data centers from past to now and their impact to economics, communities and the environment.Â
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Resources:
https://www.trgdatacenters.com/resource/history-of-data-centers/ https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/cloud-computing/evolution-of-cloud-computing/ https://www.ibm.com/think/topics/data-centers https://www.ibm.com/think/topics/hyperscale-data-center https://www.rankred.com/largest-data-centers-in-the-world/ https://netzeroinsights.com/resources/data-centers-environmental-cost/ https://www.eesi.org...The Courage to Change
Apologies we missed a week, but we are back! Full show notes to come. Book referenced for discussion is The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga
Quote: "Cause the bondage and liberation is our own minds....if we think we are bound, we are bound. If we think we are liberated, we are liberated. it is only when we transcend the mind that we are free from all these troubles." - The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Sri Swami Satchidananda
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Hypothetical Questions That Need Answers
As we get our next wave of topics together we are back with another edition of Venn Dialogues After Dark "Would you Rather" 2nd Edition with a new set of random facts, because we are constantly learning over here.Â
Resources:
https://randomoutputs.com/random-fact-generator?quantity=12
https://smallusefultips.com/what-are-some-good-would-you-rathers/
https://wyrgame.dadangoray.com/
https://www.griproom.com/fun/172-impossible-would-you-rather-questions
https://www.griproom.com/fun/173-hard-would-you-rather-questions
https://laurenconrad.com/blog/2013/06/tuesday-ten-foods-that-fight-headaches-health-tips-lauren-conrad-june-2013/
https://thefactbase.com/people-with-allergies-can-lower-allergy-reactions-by-laughing/
https://medshun.com/article/how-can-vampire-bats-help-us-with-stroke-treatment
I Know What You Did Last Night With The Devil’s Rejects
What’s your favorite scary movie? Spooky season is upon us! The days are getting shorter, the air is getting crisper, and the bugs are going into hibernation! We’re celebrating by getting our movie list together for October talking through the different genres of horror movies and how they compare/contrast to one another.
If you love horror movies, join us for the chat. If you hate horror movies, stick around to see if there’s a genre you could consider. Some spoilers for some movies ahead!
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Things That Go Bump In The Night
Happy Spooky Season!Â
Ever stayed in a noisy house? And wondered why does everything creak and moan? Ever heard the infamous line, "The house is just settling"?
If so, come learn some reasons why! We talk all things that go bump in the night: house noises, night noises and maybe even some spooky noises.Â
Share an episode with a friend!
Resources:
https://softhandtech.com/why-do-houses-pop-at-night/Â https://www.godownsize.com/house-loud-popping-sounds-at-night/Â https://cbs2iowa.com/newsletter-daily/understanding-temperature-inversions-the-cause-of-echoed-booms-and-louder-thunderstormsÂ
Challenge: Â
Look up any of your house...
Its ALWAYS Hot in Here
Have you or a loved one been a victim of sweat? On a scale of 1-10, how bad do you sweat? Is it ruining your life? Come chat with us about sweat!
Sources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwPeOG-inH0&t=24s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qXmNBQjDvs
https://asm.org/articles/2021/december/microbial-origins-of-body-odor
https://thescentofconnection.com/#contact
https://www.dazeddigital.com/beauty/article/65780/1/scent-of-connection-can-i-sniff-out-the-love-of-my-life
Challenge: Try putting on an antiperspirant at night. See if it helps!<...
Its a Recap! (4th Edition)
We recap our latest topics: Wine, Monopoly, Film Production, Bras, (AfterDark)Â and Sleep!
Come for the laughs leave with some knowledge.Â
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Season 1 Track: Old Streets by Crystal Squad
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Whining About Wine
We're back to continue our conversation on wine. Now that we have covered some history of wine, we are going into a general overview of the winemaking process, winetasting tips and tasting note explanations.Â
In the end, we take all this knowledge and see if we can find a wine(s) Christine finally can say she loves. Tune in next week to hear her feedback.
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Resources:
https://resident.com/resource-guide/2025/02/05/how-to-read-wine-tasting-notes-like-a-prohttps://www.mcclaincellars.com/the-definitive-guide-to-wine-tasting-notes/https://www.mrwheelerwine.com/journal/buying-guides/a-comprehensive-guide-to-wine-tasting-notes.htmhttps://corkednews.c...Its Wine O'clock Somewhere
This week we talk about wine! Join us in part 1 as we dissect the unexpected history of wine. Come back for part 2 as we dive deeper into the tasting notes, different wine varietals and other fun stuff.Â
Share an episode with a friend! Resources can be found below.Â
Challenge
Tune in to Part 2 of the episode for the challenge.Â
Resources
https://unravelingwine.com/brief-history-of-wine/https://winefolly.com/tips/table-grapes-vs-wine-grapes/https://www.scienceofcooking.com/food-and-wine/history-of-wine.htmlhttps://unravelingwine.com/wine-making-process-step-by-step/ https://www.vinovest.co/blog/wine-making https://www.a...The Venn Dialog-opoly
In Part 2, we dive deeper into Monopoly. Rules that have changed, versions that exist (and probably shouldn’t) and at the end we share the tips and tricks to win Monopoly every time! We don’t gatekeep over here!
Stay tuned if you want to be a winner!
Sources:
https://www.thrillist.com/travel/chicago/macombopoly-illinois-largest-monopoly-gamehttps://www.monopolylifesized.com/https://www.visitlondon.com/things-to-do/place/49186375-monopoly-lifesizedTips and Tricks to Win: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAi26NVUucwhttps://www.mirror.co.uk/news/weird-news/hasbro-addresses-monopoly-free-parking-34365031Versions of M...Monopoly's Monopoly
The popular family fun game comes with a not so fun history, so let’s talk about it! In Part 1 of our Monopoly discussion, we talk about what a Monopoly actually is, where the game Monopoly came from, and how the rules have changed from then to now. In Part 2, we’ll start diving deeper into Monopoly today and how it has evolved.
Stay tuned! You don’t want to miss this one.
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The Venn Dialogues: After Dark
We are playing a fun game of Would You Rather while still doing a bit of learning with some random facts sprinkled in between. Come listen and let us know what you would rather. If you want any of the Would You Rather questions or the random facts, take a look at the resources below.
Resources:
https://quizpanda.com/would-you-rather-the-ultimate-personality-quiz/
https://www.griproom.com/fun/200-extreme-would-you-rather-questions
https://wouldyouratherquestions.net/hardest-would-you-rather-questions-ever/
https://www.rectherapytoday.com/9396-lifes-toughest-choices-50-would-you-rather-questions.html
https://www.wondermind.com/article...
Catching Z's
Welcome back to the Venn Dialogues, this week we talk about sleep. We explore the stages of sleep, the ways one can get sleep and what type of chronotype someone may be. We talk about how much sleep is enough and when you may want to be concerned you are not getting enough. We even take a stroll through history to understand how we have come to sleep the way we do. Come to learn and laugh along the way.Â
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Lights, Camera, Action! (Part 2)
We’re wrapping up the film production chat starting where we left off. We wrap up the episode revisiting various crew positions and their wages.
Sources:
https://blog.reedsy.com/guide/story-structure/
https://www.tlu.ee/~rajaleid/montaazh/Hero%27s%20Journey%20Arch.pdf
https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/how-to-make-a-short-film/
https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Film-Industry-Salary
https://www.nycastings.com/actor-pay-a-guide-to-compensation-in-the-entertainment-industry/
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/high-paying-film-industry-jobs
Challenge: ...
Lights, Camera, Action! (Part 1)
Ever wondered how your favorite movie/tv show got to where it is? Well we’re here to help! On this weeks episode, we’re discussing the ins and outs of the film production process. Most of the knowledge coming from Christine’s past in film during college.
There was so much information, we needed to split this into two parts! On this episode, we discuss the roles within the film production from the director all the way down to the catering table. Next week, we talk about the process and the steps you have to take to be...
Free the Tatas
First they were used to smush boobs together, then an invention gave breasts their own space, but now… is it time to let them go? If you’ve been struggling with your bra, you’re not alone! Let’s dig deeper (no pun intended on your bra band digging into your skin as you read this!!!) into the bra and find out how we got here.
Sources:
https://trueandco.com/pages/20-bra-types-for-every-womanhttps://www.history.com/articles/bra-inventions-timelinehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ceLFNKy-n0https://runwaymagazines.com/the-first-bra-in-history-of-herminie-cadolle-1898/CORRECTION: It was Herminie who fled...Its a Recap!
Its that time again! We recap the last couple of topics and see if anything new came up for us since we last discussed them. Join us as we revisit the last series of topics and enjoy the ride. Come for the recap and leave with the hallmarks of an unforgettable journey.
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Lets Talk About Sex(uality), Baby!
This episode we talk about sexual & romantic orientations. We dive into defining some common, uncommon and potentially novel terms for defining someone's sexual or romantic attraction. This is a great episode to learn more about self and the different ways that others around you could identify on not only a sexual level, but also romantically as well! Come join the conversation. See resources below for those who want to learn even more terms than what we covered within this episode.Â
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I Don't Do Dubs!
Spirited Away, Digimon, Pokemon, Sailor Moon, Dragonball Z, Naruto, Bleach - just a few examples of Animes that hail from Japan, but have definitely made an impact in American society. Come learn more about the 22 billion dollar industry (not 220 billion - as I mistakenly said in the episode - oof being human is hard lol). Come get your weekly dose of learning with the Venn Dialogues as we talk about ANIME! Let us know what you think!Â
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The Music Gameshow w/ Host Christine
June is Black Music Month! From the icons who steered the way for others to the ones sampling and paving their own paths, black music artists have been shaping the way we listen to music across many genres. We’re learning more about music through trivia! Test your knowledge, join along and try to answer the questions before they’re revealed.Â
Sources:
The Birth of Hip Hop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10C-Q3NIlzUhttps://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/celebrating-black-music-monthhttps://apnews.com/article/black-music-month-kenny-gamble-e15dc4adc89cf69288c16a09e4a812e...Roses Really Smell Like BooBoo
Ever heard that candles and incense are bad for you? Ever taken the time to look into if it's true or not? Well, the Venn Dialogues has done the work for ya, so come take a listen and learn more about how you can unlock the best use of your home fragrances for both your home and your health.Â
Article Links:
https://burntbeech.com/blogs/news/the-history-of-incense https://neocandle.com/history-when-invented-who/ https://aromacountry.com/blogs/notes-of-aroma/history-of-home-fragrance https://www.scentsnob.com/2024/11/scented-candles-history-of-candles-scented-candle-origins-cultural-significance-of.html https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8548258/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.ni...Pebble In Your Shoe
Do you know what cognitive dissonance really is? Join us to find out more! And explore the secret second option of what could actually be going on when you’re in a state of dissonance. It’s time to look within!
Sources:
https://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/document?repid=rep1&type=pdf&doi=8eb597672a3c4a62a569c8ad650f4258d0f61123https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1967-13584-001?doi=1https://www.berkeleywellbeing.com/self-perception.htmlChallenge: Go over the self-perception ques...
Put Your Flags Up
May is Haitian Heritage Month and we’re celebrating! Join us as we talk about the Haitian Revolution and how important it is to to black history. We also talk about Haitian Flag Day and some important Haitian historical figures.
Join the conversation!
Resources:
http://ndl.ethernet.edu.et/bitstream/123456789/19379/1/1768.pdf#page=250https://blockclubchicago.org/2021/10/21/lake-shore-drive-signs-now-have-its-new-name-dusable-lake-shore-drive-honoring-citys-black-founder/https://www.britannica.com/topic/Haitian-Revolutionhttps://www.haiti.org/flag-and-coat-of-arms/https://liorscafe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Haitian-Heroes.pdfChallenge: Find a culture you’d like to c...
Whew, Chile, The Transhumanism?
Do you take any supplements? Do HIIT workouts? Intermittently fast? If so, you may be a biohacker! In this episode, we explore biohacking in all its forms and, trust, it's more than just supplements. Come to learn, laugh and maybe leave a little concerned.
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Sinners in IMAX
This week we talk Sinners, the new movie by Ryan Coogler. Come join the conversation by letting us know your thoughts as well! Comment on Instagram @Venn.Dialogues
Challenge: Share your favorite moments from Sinners. Try and catch it in IMAX/70mm
Sound Effects Attribution:
Group of people - Cheering - Outside - 10.wav by Sirderf -- https://freesound.org/s/332308/ -- License: Attribution 4.0
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Its A Recap!!
Join us as we recap our last episodes. Tell us your favorite episode!
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Season 1 Track: Old Streets by Crystal Squad
Season 2 Track: Future Love by Squares
