Off the Clock w/Jon Eks
My name is Jon Eks and I spent more than a decade talking to people about work on the award-winning Jon of All Trades Podcast. I’m sick of talking about work. I want to talk about everything else in our lives. Men are traditionally not good at this. So, I’m talking to people I love, respect, and admire. I’m trying to embody the axiom “Be the change you want to see in the world.” Expect candor, vulnerability, profanity, and a wide range of topics.
Episodes
49 episodes
Meeting the Deadline with John
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my pal and ace reporter John. Here’s some of what we talk about:First Question: What is your favorite song and why?i...
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My Ex-Work Spouse Rich
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my ex-work spouse and good buddy Rich. Here’s some of what we talk about:First Question: What is the best thing you’ve done since you got laid off?we talk about problems with au...
In the Punk Rock Clubhouse with Tor
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my pal Tor who I know because he bought the Hangar Bar and turned it into venerable punk rock clubhouse East Fax Tap. Here’s some of what we talk about:
The Cloud King Cody Devine
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my least favorite (kayfabe) professional wrestler, former Champion of Lucha Libre & Laughs, and your friendly neighborhood REALTOR Cody Devine. He’s on the card at the 13th Anniversary of Luch...
Slingin' Punk Tacos with Swanny
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my Punk Tacos amigo Swanny. Here’s some of what we talk about:First Question: What was your very first ever punk or ska show?<...
Touching Grass with Sorry Sweetheart
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friends Henry and Brian of Sorry Sweetheart, who recently signed to Bad Time Records, created the theme song for this show, and are one of my favorite bands. Here’s some of what we talk about:<...
Rich and Naked Pictures of Bea Arthur
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my new pal Rich who’s written movies like Airheads, all 3 xXx movies, Glory Daze, and a bunch more. He also conned his way onto the Warped Tour and made a documentary ca...
Shepard Is Efficient with his Time
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Shepard, who was a guest on the old show, and who called me out of the blue for the first time in years a few weeks ago. Here’s some of what we talk about:First Question: How did ...
#OTCQuickie: Where the Hell Have I Been?
#OTCQuickies are mini solo episodes where I address a question or a topic in service of trying to be a good dude in the world. Today's topic is:Where the Hell Have I Been?It's been a month since I did a show. I hav...
Love Life Today with Nate
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Nate, who I’ve hung out with primarily in mosh pits before this get together. Here’s some of what we talk about:First Question: What was the first concert you ever attended?
Dave Loves Where He Lives
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my new pal Dave – thanks for the intro Paul! – a fellow dad, content creator, and the man I’d trust most to gi...
On and Off the Pitch with Jason
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my pal Jason, a fellow girl dad, and one who was goodly enough to coach my younger daughter’s soccer team and who is one of the most genuine dudes I have had the pleasure of knowing recently. Here...
#OTCQuickie: The Ugliness of Ultrawealth
#OTCQuickies are mini solo episodes where I address a question or a topic in service of trying to be a good dude in the world. Today's topic is:The Ugliness of UltrawealthFueled by two things I read this morning, a...
On the Mat with Mikey
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my pal Mikey, perhaps the most talented audio producer and sound designer I’ve ever known, one of my best pals, and now Australian citizen. Here’s some of what we talk about:First Question:...
Pong, Punk & Pedagogy with Eric
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my pal Eric who taught both my kids in their ECE-4 classes and someone who is one of the fiercest beer pong players I’ve ever played against. Here’s some of what we talk about:First Questio...
Serious Whimsy with Jason
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my best friend Jason who also happens to be my muse, my co-creator in so many endeavors, my confidant, and someone who makes me laugh probably harder than anyone else. Here’s some of what we talk ...
Extracurriculars with Lisa
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Lisa, a world traveler, current resident of Shanghai, and one of my class’s valedictorians. Here’s some of what we talk about:First Question: What has surprised you most about liv...
Sharing Zoobooks with Caleb
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my pal Caleb, who has earned a Master’s degree, is a drummer for two different bands here in Denver, a middle school English teacher, and owner of one of the finest mohawk hairstyles I have ever s...
Hitting Corner 3s with Brady
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my pal Brady, who I met when he was a site director for our school’s childcare provider, and who’s become a worthy beer pong opponent and one of my favorite homies. Here’s some of what we talk abo...
#OTCQuickie: Grow Up and Answer the Phone
#OTCQuickies are mini solo episodes where I address a question or a topic in service of trying to be a good dude in the world. Today's topic is:Grow Up and Answer the PhoneI feel like three fucking times a day I se...
Marriage as Bobsledding with Kristin
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my wife and favorite person in the entire world Kristin. We get compliments on our marriage A LOT, so why not lay down some audio and let you peek through the keyhole for an hour? Here’s some of w...
#OTCQuickie: Go See a Damn Doctor
#OTCQuickies are mini solo episodes where I address a question or a topic in service of trying to be a good dude in the world. Today's topic is:Get Over Yourself and See a Damn DoctorI went from trying to choke to ...
Learning to Accept Praise with Jay
On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my pal Jay, who I haven’t seen in person in like 7 years, but think about a lot. Reach out to people you like and do it out of the blue. Why not?! Here’s some of what we talk about:First Qu...
