The Johnjay Van Es Podcast
From the mastermind behind one of the most popular morning shows in the country, Johnjay Van Es brings his signature blend of curiosity, humor, and fearless honesty to the podcast world. If you’ve ever had a question on your mind but were too afraid to ask, don’t worry—Johnjay’s got you covered.
With hilarious, jaw-dropping conversations, amazing guests, and the inside scoop on everything you actually care about, this show is a wild ride through the stories you’ve never heard and the truths nobody else dares to say. Whether it’s celebrities, trendsetters, or just the most interesting people on the planet, nothing is off-limits, and no question is too bold.
Come for the interviews. Stay for the insanity. This is the podcast you’ll be talking about. Don’t miss it!
Episodes
53 episodes
PEPTIDES: HOW TO KNOW WHAT'S REAL AND WHAT'S FAKE
Not all peptides are created equal, and some of the most popular ones online may not be what you think you're buying.Will Armijo joins us to separate facts from hype in the fast-growing world of peptides. We break down GLP-1 medications ...
YOUR ATTITUDE ON THE BENCH DEFINES YOUR CHARACTER ON THE FLOOR ASU — COACH SPILLS
Talent might get you recruited but culture is what wins when the game gets tough.Arizona State women’s basketball head coach Molly Miller joins us fresh off practice to share how she builds a winning program in a world of NIL deals, tran...
WE LET THE INTERNET INTERVIEW MY SON & HIS GIRLFRIEND
Who said “I love you” first? Who takes longer to text back? And what happens when you put a couple with decades of marriage in the same room as a couple still figuring it all out?In this episode, we sit down with our son Kemp and his gir...
TIKTOK TO STARDOM: HOW SHE GOT HER BIG BREAK
TikTok fame looks instant from the outside, but Jessica Baio and Sam Jose show what it actually takes to get there.We sit down with the couple behind viral content, touring life, and growing creator careers to talk about sleep on the roa...
He Sold Flannels Out of a Scion... Now He Does $150M a Year
From selling flannels out of a car trunk to building a brand on track for roughly $150 million in sales, Dan Dreyer’s journey is anything but ordinary.The founder and CEO of Dixxon Flannel joins us for an honest conversation about buildi...
MOST PEOPLE HER AGE ARE STRUGGLING — SHE'S A MILLIONAIRE, HERE'S WHY!
What starts with color analysis and black T-shirts somehow turns into one of the most honest conversations about money, ambition, and burnout we’ve had in a while.Hannah Hammond joins us to break down commercial real estate financing in ...
YOU MIGHT BE DRINKING MOLD EVERY MORNING WITHOUT KNOWING!
Your “healthy” coffee might not be as healthy as you think. In this episode, we sit down with Patrick & Ashley Sullivan from Jigsaw Health and Firefly Coffee Shop, the team behind the documentary Breaking Big Food, to talk ab...
Curious About Hollywood and Comedy? Rob Schneider Spill The Tea!
Rob Schneider joins us for a fun, honest conversation about stand-up comedy, Hollywood, and the weird moments that shape a career. What starts with a goofy fan story quickly turns into a behind-the-scenes look at how comedy really works....
MERCYME LEAD SINGER TELLS THE VOICE BEHIND THE SONG
A song can follow you for years before you understand why it matters. In this episode, MercyMe’s Bart Millard joins us to talk about the real story behind “I Can Only Imagine” and why it still shows up in the hardest moments of peo...
THE TRADER WHO BOUGHT HIS WAY BACK TO HEALTH
Everyone’s talking about Redatrutide for weight loss, but almost no one is asking what it’s doing to your body long term. That’s where this conversation starts.We sit down with Brian, a patient turned operator in the longevity and regene...
The Stem Cell Conversation Your Doctor Has Not Had With You Yet
Most doctors are not talking about this side of stem cell therapy, and that leaves a lot of people confused or misled. This episode breaks down what you’re probably not hearing.We start with a common frustration. Your HRV drops even when...
BRAIN MAPPING WITHOUT A CLINIC — HERE’S HOW!
Your brain is sending signals all day, most people just do not know how to read them. In this episode, we sit down with the founders of Brain Code Centers, Rachel Lambert and Angie Noack, to break down brain mapping and neurofeedback in simple ...
BANKRUPT TO MILLIONAIRE: THE STEPS YOU NEED TO TAKE
At 24, Joel thought he had the dream. A healthy fast food spot called Thinker’s Grill with salmon burgers and smoothies. Instead, it turned into almost $800,000 in debt and a crash course in how brutal business can be.In this episode, Jo...
Influence vs Manipulation — Do You Know the Difference?
What are you scared to say out loud? That is where this conversation with Brett Bartholomew starts.We get real about the stuff people usually avoid:• Fertility struggles• Frozen embryos• Messy divorces• What dating...
Your Body Wants To Heal! Are You Listening?
You can do all the “right” health habits and still feel tired, inflamed, and wide awake at night. Haylie Pomroy says hidden toxins might be the reason.Haylie is a neuroimmunology research scientist and a six-time New York ...
The Longevity Advice That Doesn’t Make You Miserable
Think living longer is enough? Think again. Biohacking is everywhere with IV drips, cold plunges, red light, and hyperbaric chambers, but none of it matters if your mind is stuck.We talk about why your state drives every health habit, ho...
How Do You Survive a High-Pressure Industry? Ask Kim Alexis
Ever wonder what it’s really like to become a supermodel in the 1970s? Kim Alexis started as a teen swimmer with a pharmacy plan and quickly rose to fame. She shares how she was discovered, navigated charm school, and survived the whirlwind of ...
Sleep Myths That Are Totally Ruining You!
Want to finally get real rest without the guesswork? We sit down with a board-certified sleep specialist to break down what actually restores you and why better nights mean better days.Learn why caffeine, alcohol, and...
Life Lessons From a Surgeon That Will Change You
A phone call from the White House, separating conjoined twins, and a mother working all hours so her kids could see grit in action, Dr. Ben Carson’s story goes beyond headlines.We talk early awe in the OR, why steady role models matter, ...
Good Food Isn’t Enough. Here’s Why Some Restaurants Win
Getting fired from your own company can break you. For Sam Fox, it lit the fuse.In this episode, Sam shares how he bet on himself and went on to build 150 plus restaurants and a flagship hotel, including True Food, Flower Child, T...
Separate Beds: The Weirdest Sleep Hack That Works
A new haircut, a hard truth, and real care kick off a conversation about health, home, and heart. Blake shares her hysterectomy journey and why trusting your gut and finding a doctor who listens can change everything.We dive into sleep, ...
Meet the Poop Fairy Behind Modern Gut Health
Gut health gets way less weird once you start feeling better. We sit down with Marina, aka the Poop Fairy, and Steve to talk constipation, colonics, and why so many people feel tired, bloated, and stuck without realizing wha...
Want Hollywood-Level Scripts? Learn From Director Ric Roman Waugh
What if an action movie could make your heart race and actually hit you in the chest? We sit down with director Ric Roman Waugh, the stuntman-turned-filmmaker behind Shelter with Jason Statham, to talk about making actio...
What You Think Is Healthy Might Be Hurting You
Forget The Shiny Wellness Trends. This episode with Dr. Daniel Pompa goes straight to the stuff that actually moves the needle. We pull apart hydrogen water hype, plastic-lined cans, and wellness marketing, then build a real...