Middle Ground Podcast
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.
Episodes
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—fr...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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47:03
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...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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50:01
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 i...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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43:56
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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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43:53
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...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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1:12:16
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 f...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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49:15
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
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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44:57
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 wi...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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54:05
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:
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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45:37
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!
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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54:26
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 xxFollow Caroline:
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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59:01
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! Foll...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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44:42
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 curiosi...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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51:50
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.
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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45:25
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 Caroli...
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Season 3
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Episode 51
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58:49
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 fo...
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Season 3
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Episode 50
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45:18
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. L...
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Season 3
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Episode 49
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1:10:14
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!!
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Season 3
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Episode 48
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55:25
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!
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Season 3
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Episode 47
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49:57
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!
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Season 3
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Episode 46
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47:37
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 thi...
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Season 3
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Episode 45
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55:00
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 lif...
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Season 3
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Episode 44
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48:34
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...
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Season 3
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Episode 43
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44:33
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 t...
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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45:22