Jason’s Journal
By Jason Hocum
Hi, I am Jason Hocum and I live in West Central Minnesota. I have Asperger syndrome, which is on the autism spectrum. It has certainly given me an unique look on life, and I figured I should share it. In this podcast, I wanna share stories about my life as well as my interests, like a journal.
Jason’s JournalApr 13, 2023
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All Born Strangers: An Autism Awareness Month Throwback
Today’s episode is a look back on a segment I did prior to the podcast, raising awareness about autism awareness month. This was recorded originally in 2020 and it was a big hit online and at my radio station. I thought it was time to go back down memory lane!
Apr 13, 202324:39
Roller Coaster
On this episode, I talk about the first few months of 2023 and the ups and downs I have been going through. Plus I talk about my plans for the year and how to stay positive amongst all the chaos of life.
Mar 11, 202332:43
Reconnecting/Spotify Wrapped 2022
Giving you an update on how my life has been going since last we talked and also sharing with my Spotify Wrapped 2022 with a unique twist!
Dec 14, 202248:52
Getting Caught Up With You Guys
It’s been a while since the last episode, and a lot has happened in that time. So I’ll be discussing what went down, and I’ll talk a little about the future of the podcast!
Aug 03, 202234:35
Autism Awareness Month 2022 Part 2
A special two-part episode in which I share the stories that I shared on my radio about autism and the positive accomplishments people on the spectrum make each and every day, as well as those wonderful people who are there for them no matter what!!
May 03, 202250:03
Autism Awareness Month 2022 Part 1
A special two-part episode in which I share the stories that I shared on my radio show about autism and the positive accomplishments people on the spectrum make each and every day, as well as those wonderful people who are there for them no matter what!!
May 03, 202259:55
The Hard Times on the Spectrum
Today’s episode deals with the hard emotions, namely anger and bitterness, that can come with living on the spectrum, and also how to deal with it.
Apr 26, 202240:51
Special Guest: Jenna Duddleston
Today’s episode features a very special guest: Jenna Duddleston, a friend of mine from college and post of the podcast Bar Talk!!
Mar 30, 202229:44
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder/Anxiety
Today’s episode deals with the obsessive/compulsive tendencies of people on the autism spectrum as well as many others who are not on the spectrum. We talk about a little bit about the misconception about it and how it can tie into anxiety and how it can affect your relationships with other people.
Feb 15, 202237:21
Love
As we get closer to Valentine’s Day, I talk about a subject that is one of my favorites, and one that has brought me a lot of pain. I will discuss the ups and down of love and romance, my (lack of) experience, and the hope I still feel even after my the heartaches.
Feb 05, 202247:13
New Year, New Year, New Attitude, New Sensations
Today’s episode talks about the thrills and challenges of setting new goals, adopting new attitudes, and the feel of new sensations. Also I talk about the three biggest achievements of my life, and how the road to that was complicated!
Feb 01, 202241:04
Spotify Wrapped 2021
We will take a look back not only at the first year of Jason‘s Journal but also I want to share my year in music in 2021! I’ll play my top five songs of the year plus tell you a little bit more about my choices in music! Could be the start of a great new tradition!
Dec 28, 202101:06:43
Radio
Eight years ago today (November 4th), I was offered my current job at KMRSKKOK radio. Over time, I’ve learned important lessons in work ethic, time management, coexisting with coworkers, and dealing with customers/listeners. I talk about all this and more in this episode! Once again, thank you all for your support over the years, both on the radio and the podcast!
Nov 04, 202134:40
Baseball 2021
Recapping the 2021 MLB seasons, both the highs and the lows. Also I touch on how it is helped me deal with certain changes.
Sep 28, 202135:08
Stress and Pressure
Today’s episode deals with pressure and stress and how I react to it sometimes and in the past. Universal subject, with a viewpoint from the spectrum!
Sep 03, 202128:10
Special Guest: Brett Miller
Switching things up on Jason‘s Journal with a back-and-forth conversation between me and my coworker Brett Miller!
Jul 08, 202145:33
Hey, It’s Been A While!!
Today’s episode is just trying to fill you in on what has been going on since we last talked, and also look ahead to potential future episodes coming up!
Jun 18, 202133:51
Autism Awareness Month 2021 Part 2
April is autism awareness month, and over the years at my station, I have been sharing stories of inspirational people on the autism spectrum along with the people who help them. I added a twist to this year by sharing the stories on our stations Facebook page via SoundCloud. Here are 19 stories that I read on the air every night I was on in April highlighting special individuals on the spectrum as well as special people off the spectrum!
May 03, 202149:44
Autism Awareness Month 2021 Part 1
April is autism awareness month, and over the years at my station, I have been sharing stories of inspirational people on the autism spectrum along with the people who help them. I added a twist to this year by sharing the stories on our stations Facebook page via SoundCloud. Here are 19 stories that I read on the air every night I was on in April highlighting special individuals on the spectrum as well as special people off the spectrum!
May 03, 202150:43
Vacation
Today’s episode is talking about my recent vacation, how I used to view vacations, and talking about some of the great vacations I’ve had over the years. Because we all need to take a break every once in a while!
Apr 12, 202139:48
Driving
Today we talk about some issues that can happen with people on the spectrum in regards to driving, and how driving has become one of my favorite things to do.
Mar 29, 202138:60
A (Sorta) Clip Show
Been having trouble brainstorming up an idea for a full episodes so in the meantime here is a (sorta) clip show. Not of clips of Jason‘s Journal, but rather clips from my radio show in which I share inspiring stories of people on the spectrum.
Mar 17, 202149:49
FUN STUFF!!!
After the past couple episodes dealing with some heavy topics, I figured we should talk about things that I like to do for fun! Because, one of my desires in life is to have as much fun as I can! Sometimes you have to deal with people killing your buzz, but in the end how you have fun is up to you, and it’s even better with other people! The weekend’s here, so in the immortal words of Wang Chung, “Everybody have fun tonight!”
Mar 12, 202138:37
Emotions
Today’s episode deals with the complex nature of emotions, how sometimes the world can be very hard sometimes for people on the spectrum, and also the trials of trying to date while on the spectrum.
Mar 08, 202150:13
Pets
I know it’s a little early since the last episode, but I didn’t wanna put off all the energy behind this episode to wait for another week. This episode deals with how having pets has affected me and how it can affect people, whether they be on the spectrum or not. Please note some language in this episode because a couple topics are very emotional. Plus a special appearance by my cat Foxy! Cover picture credit to Marengo Comics!
Mar 03, 202145:03
Art
Today’s episode details my journey with art, especially drawing, and how it has help me over the years and how it has changed over the years.
Mar 01, 202134:08
Social Skills
Breaking down my journey improving my social skills as well as talking about how everybody can be mindful.
Feb 23, 202139:55
Food
Today’s episode is about food and the complications that could arise with people on the autism spectrum, including my own! Plus a special guest will sing us out of the episode!
Feb 17, 202127:47
Music
This episode I retell my journey with music and how it is always ever-changing and how I listen to it and how it impacts me.
Feb 11, 202134:49
Sports!!!
This episode is talking about me and how I’ve had an on and off relationship with sports, considering issues I’ve had being athletic , as well as my favorite sports and some other commentary.
Feb 10, 202132:14
Let me introduce myself!
My pilot podcast in which I introduce myself. Also explain a little bit more of the format!
Feb 10, 202128:06