Overthinking with the Overbys

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From the ashes of Oversharing comes Overthinking - and this week we talk about taking a pause on the launch to respect real news, a nine day studio build, and a better plan for goals and habits in our version of the new year. 

• Why Overthinking fits better than Oversharing
• Postponement of the launch to due to the state of the world
• Drink of the day and lighter moments to reset
• Studio building and the drywall learning curve
• Hyperfocus vs steady systems in work and marriage
• Vlogmas lessons on editing, streaks and comments
• February as the new January
• How to restart habits without all‑or‑nothing thinking
• Empathy, boundaries and functioning as a community
• Parenting through loss of cell service

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We share our raw emotions about our kids' first day of preschool and reflect on how parenting has changed us both in unexpected ways. This conversation explores life transitions, reassessing priorities, and finding our path forward as content creators and parents.

• First day of preschool brings reflections on parenting and personal growth
• Matt opens up about the challenges of being a stay-at-home parent to young children
• After 135 episodes, we're planning a full relaunch with a more professional setup!
• Matt plans to return to content creation with a more consistent approach. Again.
• We discuss how life transitions prompt self-assessment and new directions
• Our Train concert experience reminds us that sometimes you need fun amid big changes
• Greg's Reads segment covers suburban golf cart wars and pandemic preparedness
• We address listener questions about online engagement and privilege awareness

We'll be taking a break from monthly episodes to build our new studio, but Patreon subscribers can expect a few more exclusives before our relaunch. Stay tuned for a sneak preview of our new space before the official return!
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If you've got a voicemail or want our (likely unqualified) advice on something, hit us up at the Speakpipe link below!

http://www.speakpipe.com/oversharingwiththeoverbys

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And if you want to support the podcast and gain access to all episodes, check out https://www.patreon.com/oversharing!

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TikTok: @jojohnsonoverby / @matt.overby
Instagram: @jojohnsonoverby / @matt.overby
Website: https://jojohnsonoverby.com/
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Join us as we continue to reveal plans to transform an old building into our dream podcast studio, and ideas of a relaunch and overhaul of the pod. We talk renovation strategies, a return to Matt's social media content creation, and their experiment with "Bricking" phones to reduce screen time and improve mental well-being.

• Announcing plans to renovate a rundown building into a dedicated podcast studio
• Reflecting on July's positive impact on mental health and family activities
• Matt's preparation for an upcoming fitness competition
• Return to social media with a more intentional approach
• Discussion of the "Brick" phone experiment to limit phone usage
• How Matt falls down research rabbit holes when using technology
• Insights on breaking backyard renovations into manageable zones
• Advice on masters swimming programs for adult swimmers
• Thoughts on navigating political differences in conservative areas
• Becoming more comfortable with authentic identity rather than fitting in

Tune in next month for our September episode as we continue developing our podcast studio renovation plans!
Support the show
If you've got a voicemail or want our (likely unqualified) advice on something, hit us up at the Speakpipe link below!

http://www.speakpipe.com/oversharingwiththeoverbys

If you'd like to email us you can reach the pod at [email protected]!

And if you want to support the podcast and gain access to all episodes, check out https://www.patreon.com/oversharing!

CONNECT:
TikTok: @jojohnsonoverby / @matt.overby
Instagram: @jojohnsonoverby / @matt.overby
Website: https://jojohnsonoverby.com/
Watch the Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL29Si0ylWz2qj5t6hYHSCxYkvZCDGejGq

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Join us as we break down the realities of making a living as content creators, answering listener questions about everything from revenue streams to work-life balance while sharing personal insights from our own experiences.

• Brand collaborations - involving contracted content creation with companies
• Platform payments from YouTube, TikTok, and other platforms offer another revenue stream based on views
• Commissionable linking / purchases through creator affiliate links
• Subscription models through Patreon or platform features as reliable monthly income
• Individual businesses or product lines representing additional revenue opportunities
• Filming with kids and clear boundaries and communication about work time versus family time
• Simple vs. Easy - explaining the time and skill to produce quality videos
• Video editing time and variance
• Spontaneous vs planned content breakdown
• The pros and cons of social for us personally
Support the show
If you've got a voicemail or want our (likely unqualified) advice on something, hit us up at the Speakpipe link below!

http://www.speakpipe.com/oversharingwiththeoverbys

If you'd like to email us you can reach the pod at [email protected]!

And if you want to support the podcast and gain access to all episodes, check out https://www.patreon.com/oversharing!

CONNECT:
TikTok: @jojohnsonoverby / @matt.overby
Instagram: @jojohnsonoverby / @matt.overby
Website: https://jojohnsonoverby.com/
Watch the Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL29Si0ylWz2qj5t6hYHSCxYkvZCDGejGq

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This week we dive into gardening adventures, backyard wildlife, philosophical questions, and relationship boundaries while sharing personal stories about family planning and wedding decisions.

• Jo confesses to having limited gardening knowledge 
• Matt explains the difference between fruits and vegetables 
• We share our mosquitoes theories
• Both agree they would choose the "blue pill" in a philosophical hypothetical
• A debate unfolds about the size of a lizard found in our house
• We share our preference for baby names and naming styles 
• Advice on setting boundaries with family members during wedding planning, especially when financial support comes with strings attached
• Tips for supporting long-distance friends during postpartum when you can't be physically present
Support the show
If you've got a voicemail or want our (likely unqualified) advice on something, hit us up at the Speakpipe link below!

http://www.speakpipe.com/oversharingwiththeoverbys

If you'd like to email us you can reach the pod at [email protected]!

And if you want to support the podcast and gain access to all episodes, check out https://www.patreon.com/oversharing!

CONNECT:
TikTok: @jojohnsonoverby / @matt.overby
Instagram: @jojohnsonoverby / @matt.overby
Website: https://jojohnsonoverby.com/
Watch the Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL29Si0ylWz2qj5t6hYHSCxYkvZCDGejGq