#205: Life Changes, an Off Topic Times (OTT) Episode

#205: Life Changes, an Off Topic Times (OTT) Episode

Author: Janine Jimenez June 8, 2022 Duration: 35:15
When was the last time the host posted an OTT for the masses? Way too long, it seems. Listen in as the host delves into some of the not-so-fun parts of adult life and big, disconcerting transitions on the horizon. Have you felt any of these feelings too? Let us know over on Instagram if you can relate to parts of this episode! As always, hugs and more hugs and thanks for listening and supporting this podcast. Stay tuned for the next ones, and keep sharing and rating until your fingers go numb <3 @JanineBTL on Twitter @janinebetweenthelines on Instagram  janinebetweenthelines@gmail.com for anything else :)

There's a particular kind of conversation that happens when you're curled up with a friend, a cup of coffee, and a head full of thoughts about the book you just finished or the odd little moment from your day that stuck with you. Janine Between the Lines: literature & lifestyle for leisure captures that feeling. Hosted by Janine Jimenez, this podcast feels like a series of those candid, meandering talks. As a Filipina-American, Janine brings a specific lens to the books she discusses, the current issues she unpacks, and those daily, somewhat trivial dilemmas we all ponder but rarely voice. The charm here is in the blend; a deep dive into a novel might seamlessly give way to a personal reflection on culture, society, or the small absurdities of modern life. She describes it as semi-entertaining and playfully warns that the whole endeavor might be a platform for connection or simply a verbal scapegoat-the possibilities are endless. What you'll hear is genuine and unscripted, a space where literature intersects with the realities of a multifaceted lifestyle. It’s less about formal analysis and more about where the lines between stories, identity, and everyday observations blur, creating a unique point of connection for listeners from all backgrounds. Tune in for a thoughtful, often witty, and always human take on the words we read and the world we navigate.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Janine Between the Lines: literature &amp; lifestyle for leisure
Podcast Episodes
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Duration: 6:23
A quick hello & announcement from the host as she tried to sort out her life appropriately. Thank you for staying tuned and for your continued support of the podcast!
OTT #3: 99 Problems But A Bro Ain’t One | episode 8 | [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:32
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We The Animals, pt. 2 | episode 7 | [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:56
In the second installment of this month's We The Animals series, the host happily introduces her second esteemed guest to the podcast! Roxanne Lim (the beautiful New York native who is slowly taking over the world, one p…
We The Animals, pt. 1 | episode 6 | [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:41
The host begins her discussion of Justin Torres' We The Animals! Tune in for mildly enticing talks about being the youngest sibling, growing up a minority, and whether or not procreation is the best thing for anyone at t…
OTT #2: I Should Start Gambling | episode 5 | [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:52
Today's Off Topic Time starts with the graduation story we lost to the virtual galaxy that is the world wide web, the host's goals and aspirations for the rest of the year, and some plans for the future of the podcast. L…
A "Little [More] Women" Empowerment, pt. 2 | episode 4 | [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:54
The host concludes this literary classic with allergy-induced snifflies and emotionally charged talks about dealing with your first love, perfecting your craft, and coming to terms with certain instances of loss and defe…
OTT #1: Are We Decent Human Beings? | episode 3 | [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:37
A special kind of episode new to Janine Between The Lines... the first ever OTT (Off Topic Times) of the series! The host takes on topics such as how it feels to be a college graduate, things that irk her, and exciting,…
A "Little Women" Empowerment, pt. 1 | episode 2 | [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:40
The first dive into literature discussing portrayals of feminism and the transformation of gender roles in this 1868 classic. What can this seemingly boring summer reading novel teach us in a society that rejects traditi…
Introduction: One Time For The One Time | episode 1 | [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:04
As the pilot episode, Janine provides an introduction and inspirations behind the podcast start up, what to expect, random ramblings, and some very interesting facts about herself.