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Middle Ground Podcast

Middle Ground Podcast

Jo Johnson & Caroline Stelte

Mindset, Gen Z, Entrepreneur, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Business, Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Health & Wellness, Personal Journals, Relationships, Millennial

5.0719 Ratings

Overview

In this bi-weekly podcast, Jo Johnson, a 31 year old entrepreneur turned content creator and, Caroline Stelte, a 24 year old autodidact just trying to figure it out, take you behind the scenes of their unlikely millennial vs gen z friendship. Join them as they offer an inside look into their careers, relationships, bizarre mindsets, and their ever evolving goal of making life one big party. 

168 Episodes

Catching Our Breath: Shaking Off January & Navigating the Chaos

Happy Middle Ground Monday! January felt like a whole year in itself, and we’re finally coming up for air. In this episode, Jo and Caroline sit down for a raw and honest chit-chat about how we’re feeling with everything going on in the world—from the never-ending news cycle to just trying to stay sane in our daily lives. We talk about the little things keeping us grounded, how we’re coping with the weight of it all, and why we’re so glad to leave January behind.

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2025

Wrapping Up the Year: A Chat with Jo & Caroline

In this laid-back episode, Jo and Caroline catch up on life, share some laughs, and chat about all the random things on their minds as the year winds down. No agenda, no filters—just two friends having a conversation. Grab a cozy drink and join us- oh, and Happy New Year!

Transcribed - Published: 31 December 2024

Shingles, Mental Health, & More!

Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground! We’ve missed you all and are so excited to be back after a short break. In today’s episode, Caroline shares her recent experience battling shingles, and we explore how stress can have a profound impact on our physical health. We’ll also have an open discussion on mental health, self-care, and the ways we can manage life’s pressures to protect our well-being. Plus, we touch on a few other life updates! Tune in for an honest conversation and, as always, ...

Transcribed - Published: 15 October 2024

The Power of Less: Exploring Underconsumption Core

In this episode of the Middle Ground podcast, Jo and Caroline dive into the concept of underconsumption core—a powerful approach to living with less while achieving more. They explore how prioritizing quality over quantity can lead to greater satisfaction, freedom, and alignment in life. Join them as they discuss practical tips, personal experiences, and the surprising benefits of embracing a minimalist mindset in a world obsessed with excess. Whether you’re curious about simplifying your lif...

Transcribed - Published: 12 August 2024

Balancing the Energies: Our Take on Masculine and Feminine Energy

Join Caroline and Jo in this episode of the Middle Ground as they delve into the fascinating world of masculine and feminine energy. What do these concepts mean, and how do they influence our daily lives and relationships? Caroline and Jo share their personal experiences and perspectives on balancing these energies, and even get to a point of realization of do they even exists? Whether you're new to the topic or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode is sure to inspire and provoke...

Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2024

New Beginnings & Living an Authentically Beautiful Life w/ guest Jacy Overstreet

Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground! We're delighted to have you with us, and even more thrilled to welcome our guest and friend, Jacy Overstreet, to the mic. Jacy recently made the bold decision to leave her 9-5 job to pursue her passion for wedding photography full-time. In today's episode, we explore her journey to making the leap, her evolving path to living an authentic life, and we even ponder whether dogs have horoscopes! Tune in and enjoy the conversation! FOLLOW US: Jacy's Per...

Transcribed - Published: 8 July 2024

Happy Birthday to Middle Ground!! Year 4!

Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground! Today is our 4th birthday- OMG?! We are so happy to be back and better than ever. Tune in to chit chat with us and hear life updates. Thank you for being here xx

Transcribed - Published: 5 July 2024

In her Bridal Era ft. Raegan Buckley Snell

Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground! Caroline and Jo are back on the mics ft. our favorite guest, Raegan Buckley Snell. Raegan is in her bridal era and giving her advice on being a fiancé, wedding planning, and more! Tune in to chit chat with the girls. FOLLOW US! Raegan: https://www.instagram.com/raeganbuckley/ Jo: https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby/ Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2024

5 MUST HAVES BY 25

Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground! Caroline and Jo are discussing 5 things everyone should have before they turn 25. Tune in to hear their list and have a laugh! FOLLOW US JO: https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby/?hl=en Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/?hl=en

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2024

Friendship Foundations: Embracing Core Values, Building Strong Bonds, and Beyond

Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground, and happy love month! Jo and Caroline are on the mics discussing embracing core values and building strong bonds in friendships. Tune in to hear their perspective and maybe even learn a thing or two!

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2024

INS & OUTS OF 2024

We're back!! Caroline and Jo are back on the mics for their first episode of 2024! Tune in and hear their Ins and Outs of 2024. Let's have a laugh, learn a little, and have the best year yet! Thanks for being here xx Follow Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/ Follow Jo: https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby/?hl=en Follow MGP: https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/?hl=en Use code MGP10 for 10% off https://drinkfoy.co/products/foy-chardonnay-non-alcoholic-wine

Transcribed - Published: 8 January 2024

NAVIGATING THE HOLIDAYS

Hello, and welcome back to Middle Ground! Jo and Caroline are on the mics discussing navigating the holidays. They share their challenges with the holidays, pleasing family, etc. Tune in to listen! Happy Holidays! Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/ https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby/ https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2023

WE'RE BACKK!! WHAT'S FOY?

Hello everyone, welcome back to Middle Ground! We are so happy that you are here. Caroline and Jo are catching you all up on life updates, and then getting straight into some Drink FOY questions. Caroline dives into her journey of sober curiosity, sobriety, 75 hard journey, and a quick timeline of how FOY came to be. Tune into listen!! FOLLOW US: https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/ JO: https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby/ CAROLINE: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/ ...

Transcribed - Published: 30 October 2023

LIFE UPDATE & CHAT WITH US!

Hello and happy Middle Ground Monday!! Jo and Caroline are on the mic with a life update- caught up with the girls as they chat about their new seasons of life.

Transcribed - Published: 18 September 2023

SMALL TOWN TAKES ON THE WORLD W/ GUEST WABBY ROSE

Welcome back to Middle Ground with guest Abby Rose Graves, a remarkable individual whose small-town beginnings in Arkansas paved the way for a future filled with endless possibilities- and it’s only the beginning! In this episode, Jo and Caroline engage in a heartwarming conversation with Abby, discussing her upbringing, the transformative power of influence, her aspirations, and much more. Tune in! FOLLOW WABBYROSE: https://www.tiktok.com/@wabbyrose?lang=en

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2023

HI, BARBIE!

Hi, Barbie! Grab your popcorn, find your coziest spot, and prepare to tune in to Jo and Caroline's perspectives of the Barbie movie. The girls discuss their favorite moments of the movie, being a woman in today's society, being a cheerleader for women, and more! Tune in to listen!!

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2023

YOU ARE THE CAPTAIN OF YOUR SOUL

Happy Middle Ground Monday! Jo and Caroline are back on the mics discussing having confidence in yourself and your timeline. They dissect a tiktok by @auntychannn giving an airport analogy about everyone being on their own path in life. Listen in and maybe learn a thing or two!

Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2023

CAROLINE'S SOUTH AFRICA ADVENTURE

Happy Monday! The girls are back on the mic discussing Caroline's South African trip. She dives into culture, game drives, being with locals, etc. Tune in to listen!!

Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2023

Q&A- BOYS, LIFE IN YOUR 20s ETC.

Hello and Happy Middle Ground Monday! Jo and Caroline are on the mics doing a much requested Q & A episode. Tune in to hear advice about being in your 20s, boys, life in college, shaving, and more!

Transcribed - Published: 3 July 2023

THE ART OF BEING CRINGE

Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground Podcast! Jo and Caroline are back on the mics discussing the art of being cringe. Tune in to learn how to embrace your true self and lean into being cringe to get you farther in life! Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2023

10 THINGS JO LEARNED IN HER 20'S

Happy Middle Ground Monday!! Jo and Caroline are on the mics discussing what all Jo has learned in her 20's, because she's turning 30 this week!! Tune in to hear her speak on this new chapter, what she learned, and what she's excited for in this new decade.

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2023

ROMANTICIZING YOUR DAY-TO-DAY LIFE W/ GUEST SHAWNACI SCHROEDER

Hello and welcome back to Middle Ground! Jo and Caroline are on the mics this week interviewing the wonderful, Shawnaci Schroeder! Shawnaci is a full time content creator and a queen at living in the moment, and romanticizing her day-to-day life. Tune in to hear all of her tips and tricks, and her journey of self-discovery along the way. Shawnaci- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnacischroeder/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dt1sTmUkyVU&feature=youtu.be Podcast: https:...

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2023

NEUROTYPICAL VS NEURODIVERGENT IN RELATIONSHIPS

Hello, hello and happy Monday! Jo and Caroline are back on the mics discussing what it's like living with people with ADHD. They give stories, share tips, and more on how to feel less alone on both sides of their relationship. Tune in to listen!

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2023

YOU ARE HERE TO UNDERSTAND YOURSELF, NOT BE UNDERSTOOD

Welcome back, Grounders! We are so happy your in our little corner of the internet. Tune in this week to hear us chat about letting people be wrong about you- it's not your job to make sure everyone's perceptions of you are correct. We really think you all will like this one- if you do, please share with a friend! We love you xx

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2023

NAVIGATING RELATIONSHIPS WITH BUSY LIVES W/ GUEST CHRIS PARRY

Caroline and guest, Chris Parry take the mic this week discussing all things relationship, growing together, etc. Tune in to get a laugh, and maybe even learn a thing or two!

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2023

GET OUTSIDE- THE BENEFITS OF GETTING VITAMIN D

Happy Monday! Spring has Sprung, and Caroline and Jo are encouraging you all to get outside! 15 minutes a day is their challenge for each and everyone of you. Get some Vitamin D, roll your windows down when driving, ground yourself with your feet in the grass this Spring! INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby/ https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2023

AGING IS A PRIVILEGE

Welcome back! Jo and Caroline are on the mics this week talking about how aging is a privilege. Tune in to hear their perspective on the topic, and maybe have a mindset shift along the way. INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/ https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby/

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2023

OUR CURRENT FAVORITES!

Hello and happy Middle Ground Monday! Jo and Caroline are on mics this week talking about their current favorites. Tune in to hear the girls top products, fun updates, and more!

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2023

SPRING BUCKET LIST!

Hello and happy Spring!! We are so happy you are here with us! Tune in to hear the girls chat about their spring bucket lists! INSTA: Caroline- https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/ Jo- https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby/ MGP-https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2023

HOW TO STOP MATCHING ENERGY AND MAINTAIN YOUR OWN

Hello and happy Middle Ground Monday! Caroline and Jo are finally back on the mic together again. Lots of updates from the girls as well as discussing how they maintain their energy, and not match to others around them! Tune in to catch up and maybe even learn a thing or two! We are so happy you are here. INSTA: CAROLINE: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/ JO: https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby/ MIDDLE GROUND: https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2023

HOW TO RAISE YOUR STANDARDS! W/ RAEGAN BUCKLEY

Hello, hello and welcome! Raegan and Caroline are on the mics talking about the bases to raising your standards. They guide you through the importance of raising your standards, as well as ways raising your standards will help you in all relationships. Tune in to listen! Instagram: RAEGAN: https://www.instagram.com/raeganbuckley/ CAROLINE: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/ MIDDLE GROUND PODCAST: https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2023

SO YOU WANT TO BE A PHOTOGRAPHER? W/ GUEST RAEGAN SNELL

Happy Monday!! Raegan and Caroline are on the mic discussing photographer tip and tricks! Both Caroline and Raegan have been in the industry for 10 years, and have seen/ experienced a thing or two. Tune in to listen!

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2023

PROPOSAL MISHAPS W/ GUEST RAEGAN SNELL!

Hello! Hello, and welcome back to Middle Ground! Raegan is joining Caroline on the mic this week to discuss proposal horror stories- and how they want to be proposed to! Tune in to have a laugh!

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2023

VALENTINE'S DAY HORROR STORIES- W/ GUEST RAEGAN SNELL

Welcome BACK to Middle Ground! We are so happy you are here!! Join Caroline and guest, Raegan Snell this week to discuss Valentine's Day horror stories. Happy Love month! Follow us: MGP- https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/?hl=en CAROLINE- https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/?hl=en RAEGAN-https://www.instagram.com/raeganbuckley/?hl=en

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2023

MONEY, THE IMPORTANCE OF SAVING, & MORE!

Jo and Caroline are back on the mic discussing their best tips of saving money, budgeting, and more!

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2023

MAINTAINING FRIENDSHIPS IN DIFFERENT LIFE PHASES

Happy Middle Ground Monday! Jo and Caroline are seven years apart in age... In this episode they discuss the importance of maintaining relationships in different life phases. Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2023

HOW TO STOP BEING LAZY AND GET YOUR SH*T TOGETHER!

Jo and Caroline are back on the mic discussing how to be more productive in 2023! We all made our goals for the year, but how do we keep them and actually make them reality? Tune in to hear. FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@carolinestelte?lang=en https://www.tiktok.com/@jojohnsonoverby?lang=en FOLLOW US ON INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/?hl=en

Transcribed - Published: 16 January 2023

2023!! NEW YEAR, NEW GOALS

Transcribed - Published: 9 January 2023

HOLIDAY YAY OR NAY W/ GUEST RAEGAN SNELL

Caroline, Jo, and guest, Raegan are on the mic this week discussing all things holiday yay or nay! Tune in to get into the holiday spirit and have a laugh with the gals. Follow us! https://www.instagram.com/carolinestelte/ https://www.instagram.com/jojohnsonoverby/ https://www.instagram.com/middlegroundpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/raeganbuckley/

Transcribed - Published: 6 December 2022

HOSTING ETIQUETTE FROM AMATEURS

Hello! Jo and Caroline are back on the mic discussing hosting etiquette. They dive into their favorite tips and tricks on being a hostess with the mostess! Tune in to hear what they have to save, and maybe even take notes for this holiday season!

Transcribed - Published: 28 November 2022

WHAT SHOULD I GET ____ FOR CHRISTMAS?? W/ GUEST CHRIS PARRY

Hello, happy Monday! Caroline and Chris are on the mic discussing holiday gift ideas for men and women. Tune in to get a laugh, get some gift ideas under your belt, and more. Happy Holidays!!

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2022

SUSTAINABILITY IN THE FASHION WORLD WITH GUEST DARCY MUNOZ

Happy Monday! Jo and Caroline have guest, Darcy Munoz on the mic this week discussing all things sustainability in the fashion world, fast fashion, keeping up with the trends, and more! Tune in to hear from Darcy- owner of "Darcy Apparel" and designer of the "The Darcy Collection." Darcy gives an insight into what fast fashion is doing to our planet and how to shop more mindfully. Tune in to listen! SHOP Darcy Apparel: https://darcyapparel.com

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2022

HALLOWEEN SPOOKY STORIES !!

Happy Halloween! This week Jo and Caroline are back on the mic reading spooky stories-tune in for a scare! Hope you all have a safe and fun Halloween!

Transcribed - Published: 31 October 2022

WORK-LIFE BALANCE!

Caroline and Jo are on the mics this week discussing work-life balance! They talk about how they schedule out their days, and their tips and tricks that they think would benefit anyone listening. Tune in to listen!

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2022

NAVIGATING FAMILY PLANNING DURING THE HOLIDAYS

Hello!! Welcome back to Middle Ground! Jo and Caroline are on the mics discussing navigating family schedules during the holidays! Tune in to get some tips and have a laugh!

Transcribed - Published: 10 October 2022

NORTHWEST ARKANSAS RECOMMENDATIONS!!!

Happy Monday, friends! Jo and Caroline are back on the mic talking about their favorite NWA recommendations. Tune in to hear all the places to see, eat, and shop in Northwest Arkansas!

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2022

MONTHLY ADVICE COLUMN- READING LISTENER EMAILS

Happy Thursday! Jo and Caroline read advice needed from listeners and react- tune in to listen!!

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2022

HOW TO FOCUS ON YOURSELF AND NOT COMPARE

Happy Monday!! Jo and Caroline are back on the mic discussing a much requested topic, "How to focus on yourself and not compare." They give their best tips in tricks of how to stay in your own lane and not get caught up in other people. Tune in to listen!!

Transcribed - Published: 26 September 2022

FALL 2022 BUCKET LIST

Happy Monday! Caroline and Jo share their Fall 2022 bucket list with you all. It includes picking apples, advancing their cooking skills, and more! Tune in to listen!!

Transcribed - Published: 19 September 2022

VOGUE'S 73 QUESTIONS W CAROLINE

This week Caroline answers "Vogue's 73 questions" ! Tune in to listen!!

Transcribed - Published: 12 September 2022

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