The Joey & Amanda Podcast

This week's good news includes a boat, a birthday, a bike, a foster mom, and Frank Sinatra.Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You made a goal. You made a plan. Now how do you follow through - despite the many obstacles, doubts, and fears along the way. When Joey & Amanda set out to follow their dreams, they did so without a back up plan. On this episode they are diving into how to make your plan b and c, another way to get to your plan a. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joey & Amanda dive into the different ways they stay in touch with family and friends. From a calendar to custom birthday cards, they share all the unique ways to stay connected with loved ones.  Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joey & Amanda are talking goals. How to set them, how to pursue them, and how to achieve them. They break down the science behind goals before diving into some of their own for 2020. Also, Joey overcomes his fear of jinxing, Amanda explains her apology to the refrigerator, and so much more.  Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joey and Amanda wrap up the year by listing their 2019 favorite purchases, TV Shows, Movies, Podcasts, Albums, Instagram accounts and more. Happy Holidays!! Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joey & Amanda are diving into the Holiday Season as they start this episode by sharing wild Christmas traditions that happen around the world. Amanda calls her mom to confirm a Venezuelan tradition, while Amanda & Joey are left stunned by some of the others. Then, they list Holiday activities and traditions that they do, while sharing many activity ideas for you all to enjoy with your families.   Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Elizabeth Kromhout is a Marriage & Family Therapist. In this very special episode, Elizabeth joins Joey & Amanda as they dive into relationship questions that were submitted by all of you. Elizabeth provides really insightful advice regarding toxic and abusive relationships, whether it's a partner, family, or friend. They talk about signs of a toxic relationship, how to help a friend that is in one, all the different ways to get help, and so much more. Then they read a couple situations that some of you are going through right now as Elizabeth provides guidance for you, and anyone going through something similar.  Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

500 days complete! And on this episode, Amanda shares why she started this challenge, her biggest obstacles, and what comes next now that it's done. Joey expresses how he feels about being drawn every day. Then, the two live stream on instagram while recording in order to answer questions from all of you! Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joey & Amanda are telling their manifestation stories and techniques while also answer questions submitted by all of you about how to make your visions come to life. Music by Jahzzar  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joey & Amanda call two incredibly talented artists, Leah Moodey & Amelia Jamerson, as they reflect on attending Amanda's most recent workshop. They talk about what led them to signing up, some of their biggest take aways, and their favorite thing about the workshop. Both of them went into it wanting to hone their skills, which they did, but what they didn't know is they would be leaving with much more than that.  Music by Jahzzar  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Its game night for Joey & Amanda as they drink wine while playing Never Have I Ever using the statements submitted by all of you! Joey reveals what happens when he's alone in an elevator and Amanda tells a story about being trapped in an elevator while having to pee. Pour yourself a glass (of wine or water) and play along but get ready to reveal whether you blame others for your farts and if you've ever peed in a pool. Bottoms up! Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joey and Amanda are married! Now what...? The two share stories and dive into what it's like to be newly married. They answer questions that they frequently get asked in public and in private like whats different now, how to handle financial situations, how to manage holidays and many more. All the while, battling slap happiness..  Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joey & Amanda dive into what "failure" means to them, or as they like to call, Defining Moments. They share personal stories while reflecting on what they learned and how they grew from those experiences.  Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joey & Amanda dive into the mindset, the rituals, and the items that guide them to happiness. They answer questions and read off advice submitted by their listeners on what has changed their lives for the better.  Music by Jahzzar  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joey & Amanda re-ask each other the 36 questions they once answered 4 years ago as they began to fall in love. These questions have been carefully crafted by many psychologists that were exploring whether falling in love can be accelerated. Joey and Amanda are using these questions from Mandy Len Catron’s Modern Love essay, "To Fall in Love With Anyone, Do This."   Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joey & Amanda share each of their self care routines while diving into how these actions have inspired a new found happiness inside them. Along the way, they answer question about self care submitted by all of you leading to stories, heart felt advice, and many, many, many laughs.  Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this special episode, Joey & Amanda are joined by Joey's best friend, who happens to also be his grandfather, Jerry Rudman. The three discuss pivotal and defining moments in Papa Jerry's life, such as moving away from home, falling in love, and overcoming loss. Papa Jerry's stories are educational, inspirational, and entertaining. That is for sure. Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joey & Amanda recap and relive their honeymoon, telling stories, and giving insider tips on the perfect Bora Bora trip. Enjoy! Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joey & Amanda recap the best day of their entire lives, while answering questions submitted by all of you! Music by Jahzzar See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David Rudman (Cookie Monster, Scooter, Beaker, etc.) is a puppeteer, director, producer, writer, and dad of Joey. David has been working for Sesame Street & the Muppets since the 1980's and is currently performing many characters such as Cookie Monster, Baby Bear, Scooter, Janice, Beaker, Two Headed Monster, and others. On top of that, and being Joey's dad, he also is the co-owner of Spiffy Pictures where he co created, executive produced, directed, and performed in Jacks Big Music Show (Noggin), Bunnytown (Nick Jr), and Nature Cat (PBS). Joey & Amanda talk to David about his life and career. They touch on many defining moments such as the first time he saw the muppets on TV, auditioning for Jim Henson, becoming Cookie Monster, and creating his own production company.   Music by Yonatan & LKYM See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.