Jo welcomes Medium Jenny Lea, a psychic medium and empath whose journey from a childhood filled with ghost stories to professional readings is anything but ordinary. Jenny shares how a chance TV moment sparked her realization that she was a medium, the difference between empaths and mediums, and how she learned to protect and ground herself while working with spirit energy.

They dive deep into:

• What it’s like to sense and communicate with spirits
• How empaths can navigate overwhelming emotional input
• Higher self readings and their surprising insights
• Encounters with deceptive or negative entities — and how to shut them down
• The science-meets-spiritual connection through quantum concepts
• Streaming live readings on Twitch and joining paranormal investigations

From her “two old Muppet men” spirit guides to her role in The Witching Hours Podcast, Jenny offers humor, honesty, and real-world advice for anyone curious about mediumship.

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Key Moments:

• Opening – Jo meets Jenny Lea and unpacks what “medium” really means
• Family of believers – Growing up with openness to ghosts, aliens, and past lives
• The 2018 lightning bolt moment – Realizing she was a medium while folding laundry
• Empath vs. medium – Understanding the overlap and key differences
• Childhood challenges – Anxiety and overwhelm from absorbing others’ emotions
• From classroom to spirit room – Using empathy to support students as a teacher
• Bridging to mediumship – Ghost hunting, mentors, and professional training
• Protections and rituals – Candles, sage, palo santo, grounding, and energy bubbles
• Negative encounters – Spotting deceptive entities and using the “teacher voice”
• Higher self readings – What they are, how they work, and cryptic vs. clear messages
• Quantum connections – Time, space, and the spirit world
• Group investigations – Mediums working side-by-side in haunted locations
• Things that won’t click – Why automatic writing isn’t for everyone
• Advice to her younger self – “It’s okay to talk to people”
• Where to find Jenny – Twitch, podcasting, and her website

Jo welcomes Christopher and Lawrence Connolly, the powerhouse creative duo behind the upcoming novel Minutemen: Execute and Run (out October 14). Born from Christopher’s vivid character sketches and Lawrence’s storytelling, this action-driven tale follows a team of wounded warriors who gain incredible powers that last only 60 seconds — and then leave them completely vulnerable.

The brothers share the story’s journey from art table to screenplay pitches in Hollywood, the pandemic delays that deepened the project, and their hopes for a full multimedia franchise — including a film, graphic novel, young reader adaptation, and even a game. Along the way, they open up about collaboration, values in storytelling, and why found-family dynamics are at the heart of Minutemen.

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Key Moments:

• Opening volley – Jo meets the Connolly brothers and their military-inspired superhero premise
• Origins in art – Christopher’s sketches spark a screenplay, then a novel
• Hollywood pitch to pandemic pause – From promising meetings to years of delays
• Teamwork is everything – The “60 seconds of power” concept and its human cost
• Franchise vision – Books, film, graphic novel, young reader edition, gaming potential
• Creative brotherhood – Trusting each other’s skills while protecting the core vision
• Values without preaching – Building unity and humanity into the story naturally
• Advice to their younger selves – Patience, persistence, and believing in the timing

Jo sits down with Colin Krawchuk, director of Jester 2—the best horror movie of the year (Jo's words, not just hype). From its humble beginnings as a Halloween short film to a full-blown feature with indie grit and real emotional pull, Colin breaks down how Jester 2 became a must-see slasher with a soul.

🎟️ Catch Jester 2 in theaters nationwide September 15 & 16 —https://hubs.la/Q03xX7Wj0

Since these are all from the transcript, feel free to timestamp later:

• Jo's intro love-fest – Jo declares Jester 2 the best horror film he’s seen all year (and he means it)
• Short film to feature leap – Colin shares how a Halloween side project exploded into a feature backed by Epic
• Casting Max – Why the lead role made or broke the film, and how Kaitlyn Trentham nailed it beyond belief
• The Jester’s moral code – Colin breaks down how the villain isn't just scary—he's got layers and logic
• Max & Jester’s relationship – Inspired by Collateral, the push-pull dynamic gives the movie real emotional weight
• Advice to younger self – Never stop growing, never get complacent—Colin on constant learning and backyard filmmaking

What if the future of AI wasn’t built on silicon — but on living neurons? 🧠💻
Jo sits down with Dr. Ewelina Kurtys from Final Spark, a Swiss startup pioneering the world’s first biohybrid computers. They dive into how neurons are sourced from human skin cells, why these living computers could be a million times more energy-efficient than current AI, and how philosophy is being brought in early to tackle ethical questions. From replacing faulty “neuro-parts” to the 10-year vision for bioservers, this is cutting-edge tech you’ve never heard of.

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Key Moments:

• Opening riff — Jo’s excitement meeting Dr. Kurtys
• What exactly is a living neuron computer?
• Sourcing neurons ethically from human skin cells
• How neurons “learn” and interact with hardware
• The 10-year vision for large-scale bioservers
• Bringing philosophers in early to address consciousness and ethics
• Replacing faulty neuron clusters — no “neuro dementia” risk
• Why biohybrid computing could solve AI’s massive energy problem

Jo sits down with longtime friend and creative powerhouse Paula Hightower, the mind behind InstantRealityShift.com. Paula shares her journey from music and web design to creating powerful Afformations — not just statements, but questions that spark your brain into making change possible.

They dive deep into battling imposter syndrome, rebuilding self-confidence, and why these targeted mindset tools can transform your life. Paula also reveals how she blends cutting-edge tech with heartfelt creativity to make custom audios for health, success, love, and more.

With decades of friendship fueling this conversation, you’ll hear candid moments, mutual admiration, and even Jo getting an on-air mindset upgrade.

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Key Moments:

• Opening laughs – Jo & Paula joke about being friends since “the 1900s”
• From music to mindset – Paula’s path from performing to creating Instant Reality Shift
• The power of a question – Why affirmations work better when they’re questions
• Imposter syndrome, be gone – Paula’s personal transformation and self-confidence boost
• Tech meets soul – How she uses modern tools to help others heal and grow
• Creative roots – Music, art, and web design feeding into Paula’s process
• Life advice – What Paula would tell her younger self about self-love and confidence

In this enlightening episode of What’s Kraken, Jo sits down with Mary Van Doorn of SugarMamaStrong.com. A warrior on a 12‑year wellness journey, Mary shares how motherhood and a diabetes diagnosis sparked a complete life transformation. From triathlons at 215 lbs to founding a thriving women’s support group, she speaks frankly about emotional eating, mental health work, and community building. Learn how she launched Sugar Mama Strong, empowers thousands of women across Facebook and wellness groups, and launched the podcast Sick of Pricks and her upcoming book This Wasn’t in the Pamphlet. This episode brims with compassion, real talk, and movement forward—but especially heart. 🌟

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• Opening riff – Jo introduces Mary’s journey, setting the tone with energy and emotional honesty.
• Mary’s big insight – Realizing she couldn’t keep up with her kids as the catalyst for real change.
• Behind-the-scenes moment – Mary’s candid take on Weight Watchers: joining 15 times, reliance on exercise points, and sticky moment donuts.
• Personal story – Heartfelt reflections on diabetes diagnosis at 21, how it shaped her self-worth and mission.
• Why it matters – Mary’s creation of Sugar Mama Strong as a judgment-free community where people feel seen and empowered.

Jo dives into the strange and science-meets-spiritual world of the paranormal with Dr. Heather Leigh Carroll‑Landon, a researcher and ghost investigator who blends metaphysical studies with boots-on-the-ground evidence. From seeing spirits as a child to using fidget spinners as ghost tools, Heather brings decades of personal experience, academic study, and wild stories.

She opens up about a powerful dream where a spirit warned her of a health crisis—and how that dream may have saved her life. Jo and Heather also unpack the creep factor of the Hat Man, why this shadowy figure shows up in multiple cultures, and how locations like ghost towns, petroglyph sites, and even ley lines might be tied to paranormal energy.

This episode is equal parts goosebumps and grounding. Whether you’re a believer or just paranormal-curious, you’ll walk away with chills and new questions.

• Opening riff – A Coke Zero wardrobe malfunction kicks things off
• Personal story – Dr Heather shares a dream-visitation from a spirit during a major health scare
• Guest’s big insight – Paranormal research needs rigor, data, and respect
• Behind-the-scenes moment – A mysterious miner appears to a museum guest—no one was there
• Why it matters – How belief, intention, and repeatable methods bridge science and spirit

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Jeremy Rudd — writer, director, actor, and all-around horror craftsman — joins Jo to talk about his debut feature DIE’CED: Reloaded. What started as a pandemic-fueled love letter to 80s slashers became a viral short, caught the eye of Dread Central & Epic Pictures, and is now a blood-soaked, Seattle-set horror romp hitting theaters August 8th and VOD August 12th.

From building a “final girl” you can root for, to designing Benny the Clown’s creepy scarecrow look, Jeremy shares how he recreated the VHS-era horror feel while adding modern twists. Jo and Jeremy dig into the art of proof-of-concept filmmaking, the thrill of practical effects, and why the 80s were the perfect hunting ground for Benny’s rampage.

There’s talk of sequels, advice to the younger self (“keep the grind alive”), and why a first-time director can still swing an EPIC-level scare.
🎥 Watch DIE’CED: Reloaded in theaters August 8 or on VOD August 12 — and keep your eyes peeled for that sequel.

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Key Moments:

• Opening riff: Jo spots the Seattle 80s setting on the poster and is instantly hooked.
• Jeremy’s inspiration: 80s slashers on repeat during the pandemic lead to creating his own throwback killer.
• Proof of concept win: The short film goes viral, catching Dread Central & Epic Pictures’ attention.
• Benny the Clown’s look: A creepy mix of clown face and scarecrow body.
• Filming in the past: Dial phones, vintage Airbnbs, and a no-smartphone rule on set.
• Practical effects love: Makeup over CGI for a grittier, real horror feel.
• The sequel tease: More depth for Benny and the final girl.
• Jeremy’s advice: Keep going, stay focused, and push through the potholes.