Best Jon Eks Podcasts (2025)

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#OTCQuickie: Go See a Damn Doctor 11:45

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6h ago11:45

11:45

#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 Doctor I went from trying to choke to death in my sleep 50+ times an hour to having only 5 obstructive apnea events per night. I am no longer in the express lane hurtling t…

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Learning to Accept Praise with Jay 1:00:17

8d ago1:00:17

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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 Question: Why am I wrong about A.I.? Jay tries to convince me of his belief that there will be a handful of compan…

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Shahara the Spiritual Gangster 56:56

13d ago56:56

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my long-time pal Shahara. Here’s some of what we talk about: First Question: Has anyone hit you up to plan a 25th high school reunion this year? we reminisce about the epic reunion we planned in 2021 and get deep in our feelings about the event and our class in general the evolution of our hometown of…

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#OTCQuickie: Grindcore Culture Is the New Amish Lifestyle 6:17

21d ago6:17

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#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: Grindcore Culture Is the New Amish Lifestyle "Burning Man is for the olds. Just ask the AI kids" is the name of an article I read recently that mentioned "grindcore culture." Here's a pertinent passage fro…

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In the Pit with the Real Banana J 45:17

1M ago45:17

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend and co-star Banana J, the iconic symbol of the punk rock mosh pit. Here’s some of what we talk about: First Question: When did you first put on the banana suit? why did Banana J move to Colorado, and, sub-question: what is his record for most days on the snowboard hill in a season? does he e…

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#OTCQuickie: Why AI Will Never Take Over the World 7:58

1M ago7:58

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#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: Why AI Will Never Take Over the World I read a piece in The Atlantic by Charlie Warzel called "AI Is a Mass Delusion Event," which inspired this Quickie. It's well-reasoned and well-written, and it trigger…

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Real Talk with Will 1:09:13

1M ago1:09:13

1:09:13

On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my tall pal Will, who I’ve known only a short while, who tells some of the funniest bawdy jokes I know, and provides probably the realest episode of a show I’ve ever done. Here’s some of what we talk about: First Question: What was it about the Dominican Republic that made you and Melissa want to go b…

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Accounting for Fulfillment with Adam 51:05

2M ago51:05

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my pal Adam, my former accountant, a dude who inspires me in everything he does, and a fellow Rad enthusiast. Here’s some of what we talk about: First Question: Can you pinpoint the moment where you thought to yourself ‘I can’t do this anymore. I need to change careers?’” how the inspiration of a mid-…

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Paul and The Colfax Kid 52:03

2M ago52:03

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my pal Paul, a dude I co-founded a network with, someone I deeply respect, and a brilliant podcaster. Here’s some of what we talk about: First Question: When I pitched this and asked you pitch a place in Denver that brings you joy, why are we sitting at the Chipotle on the 16th Street Mall? why people…

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Rock Star Sh*t with Justin 59:00

2M ago59:00

59:00

On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my pal Justin, lead singer of The Frickashinas, formerly of the band A Void whose concert was the first date I had with my wife, and a dude who tries to d*ck with me during nearly this entire interview. Here’s some of what we talk about: First Question: At what age did you first want to become a rocks…

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Championship Talk with Peaches 'n Diesel 39:35

3M ago39:35

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my workout buddy, Beer Pong Tournament co-champion, and all-around ray of sunshine Peaches ‘n Diesel. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question: In your pantheon of accomplishments, where does Beer Pong Champion rank? getting Big Shot into a costume to drink with strangers how I potentially ri…

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Dana the Fully Customized Human 53:47

3M ago53:47

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Dana, a fellow punk rock radio DJ, trans rights advocate, and all-around great hang. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question: What was the band, song or album that turned you into a punk rock fan? our early music tastes and migrating from pop into other genres old war stories from …

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#OTCQuickie: Love for my LGBTQ+ Homies 6:25

3M ago6:25

6:25

#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: End of Pride Month: A Quick Word of Support for My Pals We live in a world that is currently either trying to take away rights from the LGBTQ+ community, sitting idly by as that happens, or just silent out…

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Sitting Poolside with Courtney 57:00

3M ago57:00

57:00

On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Courtney, who is my old business travel buddy, a great friend, and drop dead hilarious. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question (admittedly, a gimme): What does the term “reverse date” mean to you? the insane reason Courtney was worried about having kids our friendship and how as c…

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Family Dinner with Bad Year 43:59

3M ago43:59

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friends Adam, Mike, Austin and Aaron, who comprise the band Bad Year out of Milwaukee. In May, they were on tour and swung through Denver. I invited them to my house for tacos before the show. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question (admittedly, a gimme): What was your favorite dinner whi…

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#OTCQuickie: How Do You Get Along with Women So Well? 6:34

3M ago6:34

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#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: How do you get along with women so well? It's a question I get often because I work extensively with women, have a lot of platonic female friends, and enjoy myself with ease in predominantly female social …

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Alan and Victor's Hippocratic Oath of Friendship 49:44

4M ago49:44

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friends Alan and Victor. They’re both multi-hyphenate creators, lifelong best friends, and recently collaborated for the first time professionally on the short film Always Most of the Time. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question: What is the thing that has surprised you most about making…

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King of Thornton Jeff Morton 1:01:58

4M ago1:01:58

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Jeff, a wine enthusiast, the person I text the most with about the Nuggets and The King of Thornton. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question: Who is your favorite Denver Nugget and why is it LaPhonso Ellis? is Jeff introverted? no, he just doesn’t care. let him explain. trying to d…

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Dishing the Rock with Conor 51:06

4M ago51:06

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Conor, one of my best friends of my entire life, but someone I haven’t talked to with our actual voices since the pandemic. This is one of the most honest and intimate chats I’ve ever had in any public-facing format. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question: When you think back on a…

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Reed, An Ombudsman of Life 44:59

4M ago44:59

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Reed, a dude I’ve known for 20+ years, a man with the voice of a god, and an all-around ray of sunshine. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question: When was the last time you watched The Big Chill? the best friends are ones that you can go months without talking to each other and jus…

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Diana the Friendly Spitfire 45:06

5M ago45:06

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Diana, one of the fiercest and warmest women I know, a great storyteller, and one of the most driven professionals I've ever met. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question: What is the most baller way of dropping off your child at a birthday party? stories of crooked Colombian priest…

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Jeff and his Drawer Full of Koozies 49:31

5M ago49:31

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Jeff, lead singer of a kickass band, koozie enthusiast, Here’s some of what we talk about: First question: You’re in a band. How do you feel about people your band’s shirt to your own show? how people react when they find out he’s in a band the remedy for the male loneliness epidemic in this…

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Counterprogramming for Joy with Nick 56:17

5M ago56:17

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Nick who is an incredibly knowledgeable historian, dynamite wrestling promoter, and ace shit stirrer. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question: Why are you such a mark for a character in the Bible that doesn’t even have a speaking role? a LONG history of the iterations of Satan/Sata…

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Matty Who Wants to Play Earlier Shows 48:54

5M ago48:54

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Matty, a friend of more than 20 years, lead singer of punk band No Bueno! and probably the biggest Colorado Avalanche fan I know. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question [Frank Costanza voice]: Do you know about the cup sizes addiction, relapse, recovery, maintenance why the Denver…

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Nate the Secretly Introverted Goof 46:20

5M ago46:20

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Nate, who’s become a good friend, is a longtime media personality, a huge music fan, and a great guy to work with. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question: Who is “Big Shot Nate?” the necessity of ego to work in media while keeping it in check when you’re not on the air developing …

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Eric and His Cinnamon Rolls 47:00

6M ago47:00

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Eric, who’s a minister, a dad, and a really good hang. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question: We record this on a Friday, how far along are you on this week’s sermon? the bastardization of Christianity, fighting white Christian nationalism, who Jesus actually was and how dumb “pr…

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Molly with the Good Laugh 48:44

6M ago48:44

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Molly, who’s a podcaster, my good pal, and one of the most insightful movie watchers I know. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question: On a scale of 1-10, how cringe do you find me? why we need more people to get into mosh pits to work out their issues watching and re-watching bad m…

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Kyle the Rejuvenated Creative 48:12

6M ago48:12

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On this episode of Off the Clock, I’m joined by my friend Kyle, who’s a professional creative, a friend of like 3 decades, a dad and a fellow entrepreneur. Here’s some of what we talk about: First question: Senior year of high school Kyle from 25 years ago time travels to the present day, how does he feel about your life? knocking on the doors of p…