What John Knows About

Episode 15 - What John Knows About Interest, Savings, and Credit Cards

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Fri, 17 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -0500

In today's episode, John tells us all he knows about Interest, Savings, and Credit Cards. Whatever gaps in knowledge he had in the beginning of this chat, he fills by the end.

This episode is very educational for John. Listen to it with your kids to start a discussion about finances in your own family.

Music for today's episode:

Happy Birthday cello performance by John Tugcu

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4509-the-show-must-be-go

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 14 - What John Knows About Memes

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Tue, 14 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -0500

In today's episode, John tells us all about a language that is completely foreign to most adults...Memes!

This is one our funniest episodes to date. John can hardly contain himself. We might have a spinoff podcast brewing from this one...What Do You Meme?!?

Music for today's episode:

Happy Birthday cello performance by John Tugcu

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4509-the-show-must-be-go

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 13 - What John Knows About Independence Day

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Fri, 03 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -0500

In today's episode, John shares what he knows about Independence Day and the American Revolution. While his timeline of the occurrence of some events may be a little off, his understanding of the facts is pretty spot on for an 11 year old.

Also evident from this episode, is that Will needs to brush up on his history! While fact checking some of John's statements, it was discovered that John's record was quite a bit better than Will's! We should have subtitle this episode, "Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?" Today's answer is a definitive NO!

Music for today's episode:

Happy Birthday cello performance by John Tugcu

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4509-the-show-must-be-go

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 12 - What John Knows About Life

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Tue, 30 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0500

In this episode, John shares 11 statements of wisdom and life lessons on the eve of his 11th Birthday in his own words.

Don’t get stuck on thoughts of the past, always look forward.
Never give up on the things that are important to you.
Aesop's fable "The Fox and Grapes"
It’s okay to be sad, but don’t let it get you stuck in the mud.
Always set goals or you’ll end up nowhere.
Books are like scrolls of knowledge. Without them you can’t live.
Play LEGO every day to keep your creative juices flowing. Don't just build, create stories.
If you always live a life of anger and jealousy, your life will be short and sad.
Always be kind to others, because you don’t know what they are going through.
Prioritize collecting experiences over things.
Life is so short, enjoy it while it lasts.

Music for today's episode:

Happy Birthday cello performance by John Tugcu

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4509-the-show-must-be-go

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Fun Friday Special Edition #4 - Where in the world is Santorini?

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Special Edition

Fun Friday!!!

In today's Special Edition Fun Friday bonus episode, Will runs John through another series of random questions. The topic of the day is ... Geography!

John has a pretty good handle on most of the questions, but gets stumped on a few and invents some interesting alternate names for Vatican City!

Be sure to check out and Subscribe to John's YouTube channel - The Roblox Ranger - at https://bit.ly/3cBIQSw

Enjoy this Fun Friday episode and let us know how you like it by leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts.

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4509-the-show-must-be-go

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 11 - What John Knows About Surviving a Shipwreck

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Tue, 16 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0500

In this episode, John shares what he knows about surviving a shipwreck. It's a no holds barred conversation about everything from collecting fresh water, which animals are okay to eat, cannibalism, and whether or not it is okay to drink one's own urine!

You don't want to miss a minute of this exciting episode!

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4509-the-show-must-be-go

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Fun Friday Special Edition #3 - Exploring the World in Like Something Days by Julie Verne

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Fri, 12 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Special Edition

Fun Friday!!!

In today's Special Edition Fun Friday bonus episode, Will runs John through another series of random questions.

John tells us what he feels are the hardest and easiest jobs in the world, what job he would never do even for a trillion dollars, and whether he thinks money can buy happiness or not. He also introduces us to a new book by a lesser known member of the Verne family, "Exploring the World in Like Something Days" by Julie Verne!

Be sure to check out John's YouTube channel - The Roblox Ranger - at https://bit.ly/3cBIQSw

Enjoy this special edition episode and let us know how you like it by leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts.

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4509-the-show-must-be-go

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 10 - What John Knows About Setting and Achieving Goals

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Tue, 09 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0500

In this episode, John shares what he knows about setting and achieving goals and setting up his summer schedule.

He gives practical advice to his peers at the precipice of their summer vacation to ensure they won't look back on their summers with regret for not having achieved anything.

He admits that writing down and clarifying his summer goals was difficult and somewhat frustrating, but in the end he knows he will have a great summer as a result.

Check out the companion story on Medium here: https://medium.com/live-your-life-on-purpose/parents-develop-goals-and-summer-schedules-with-your-kids-now-before-its-too-late-cfc4fc26156f?source=friends_link&sk=774439663754482480efdd35059f2657

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4509-the-show-must-be-go

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Fun Friday Special Edition #2 - Where's Merlin Now?

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Fri, 05 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Special Edition

Fun Friday!!!

In today's Special Edition Fun Friday bonus episode, Will runs John through a series of random questions.

He's asked about what makes him happiest, most annoyed, and most afraid. He shares what he finds funniest about his mom and dad. And...he's introduced to Will's Merlin - The Electronic Wizard.

Be sure to check out John's YouTube channel - The Roblox Ranger - at https://bit.ly/3cBIQSw

Enjoy this special edition episode and let us know how you like it by leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts.

Music for today's episode:

Where's Merlin Now? (Commercial) by Parker Brothers circa 1978.

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4509-the-show-must-be-go

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 9 - What John Knows About Ghosts

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0500

We have a very spooky episode for you today. It's what John knows about ghosts - everything from Casper to Bloody Mary.

You better listen to this one during daylight!

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4509-the-show-must-be-go

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Fun Friday Special Edition #1 - Would You Rather...

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Fri, 29 May 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Special Edition

Fun Friday!!!

In today's Special Edition Fun Friday bonus episode, Will and John play a game of "Would You Rather...?"

We talk about space travel, time travel, world travel, and somehow even green beans and banana cream pies!

Bonus trivia question: How many times does John say the name of the Norwegian city of "Svalbard"?

Enjoy this special edition episode and let us know how you like it by leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts.

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4509-the-show-must-be-go

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 8 - What John Knows About Conspiracy Theories

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Wed, 27 May 2020 09:00:00 -0500

You're in for a good one today! We're thinking that this one is our best to date. Be sure to give us a review and leave comments wherever you are listening to this podcast.

Today, John very passionately addresses his concerns about several conspiracy theories. We cover the moon landing, Big Foot, dinosaurs, Flat Earthers and more!

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4509-the-show-must-be-go

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 7 - What John Knows About Memorial Day

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Mon, 25 May 2020 09:00:00 -0500

In this episode, John tells us what he knows about Memorial Day, its origins and current observance practices. We discuss common celebrations of the beginning of summer and what we would do on family vacation, if we could take one right now. In the end, we reflect on the intent of the holiday and what we will do to show respect for the lives given in service to the country.

John is also announcing the launch of his new YouTube Channel - The Roblox Ranger. Check him out and subscribe here.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkG4yzewpr60ZWwykstZLzg

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The Show Must Be Go by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4509-the-show-must-be-go

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 6 - What John Knows About Aliens

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Fri, 22 May 2020 09:00:00 -0500

In this episode, John tells why he believes that aliens exist. #IBelieveInAliens

He discusses a hypothetical far off planet, Planet Piggy, that parallels Earth and has likely produced life that could visit us here on Earth.

He shares his theory of aliens acting as "puppet master" to the people of Earth.

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Farting Around by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5152-farting-around

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 5 - What John Knows About Allowance

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Thu, 21 May 2020 09:00:00 -0500

At ten years old, John already has a good grasp on how to manage his money while giving to charity, saving for larger purchases, and even establishing a retirement account. (It's never too early to think about retirement, right?)

In this episode, John explains our system of allowance and what he has learned from managing his own finances.

I have written a loosely corresponding article on Medium a couple of months back. Check it out here.

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Farting Around by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5152-farting-around

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 4 - What John Knows About Being a Tween

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Wed, 20 May 2020 09:00:00 -0500

In our fourth episode of the WJKA podcast, John explores what life will be like in two months after his 11th birthday.

More responsibility and greater expectations, leaving elementary school behind, while experiencing more freedom moving into his middle school years.

Hello Tweenager!

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Farting Around by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5152-farting-around

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 3 - What John Knows About Star Wars

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Tue, 19 May 2020 09:00:00 -0500

John tells us all he knows about Star Wars. We learn who's a Jedi and who's not. Ever wonder the significance of different colored light sabers? John knows that, too!

Siths, Jedis, and Wookies, Oh My!

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Farting Around by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5152-farting-around

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 2 - What John Knows About Black Holes

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Mon, 18 May 2020 09:00:00 -0500

In this episode, John shares his vast knowledge about the universe, in particular black holes. He poses original theories about space holes ranging the entire light spectrum.

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Farting Around by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5152-farting-around

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 1 - What John Knows About Coronavirus

Will McCulloch and John Tugcu — Sat, 16 May 2020 09:00:00 -0500

In our inaugural podcast, John shares what he knows about Coronavirus, the Black Death, and pandemics in general. Hear how this 10-year-old is coping with government Stay at Home orders and how he is hoping to return to school in the fall.

Music for today's episode:

Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3788-funkorama

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Farting Around by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5152-farting-around

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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