Wes Has a Diary
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The episode 'Wes Has a Diary' from Mojo In The Morning centers on a candid conversation about the power and privacy of personal journaling, sparked by host Shannon's revelation that her partner, Wes, keeps a daily voice memo diary. The discussion explores the emotional intimacy, vulnerability, and self-reflection that come with journaling, with guests and callers sharing their own experiences—ranging from voice memos and Moleskine notebooks to songwriting and digital apps. A strong theme emerges around boundaries: reading someone else's private thoughts, whether a partner, child, or friend, is framed as a profound violation akin to cheating. Listeners weigh in with diverse methods of journaling, from gratitude apps to stand-up comedy material, highlighting how personal expression can serve as both therapy and creative fuel. The episode ends with a playful challenge to listeners to keep a diary for a month and share their entries, turning introspection into a communal act of courage and connection.
Private journaling—whether voice, written, or musical—is a powerful tool for emotional processing and self-awareness.
Reading someone else’s diary, even a partner’s, is a major boundary violation and deeply disrespectful.
Journaling can take many forms: voice memos, songwriting, gratitude apps, or even comedic storytelling.
Consistent journaling builds discipline and helps track personal growth over time.
Digital tools like the iPhone Journal app offer privacy and flexibility for modern journalers.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
Intro and Sponsor Segments
The episode begins with a series of promotional clips for other iHeartMedia podcasts, including Jay Shetty’s On Purpose, Nora Jones’ Playing Along, Bob Pittman’s Math & Magic, and Cheryl Strayed’s Mind Over Mountain, setting the stage for the main topic.
Wes’s Voice Memo Diary: A Modern Form of Introspection
“It's a voice memo diary. He leaves himself almost every day... just get out a few thoughts and then it gets saved in his phone.”
The Ethics of Privacy: When Is It Okay to Read a Diary?
“If you go and read your spouse's diary or their journal, that is as big a violation as cheating on your spouse.”
Personal Journaling: From Moleskines to Music
“I write songs and that's kind of my journal. I can write them down and go back and listen to them and go, oh man, I felt like that on that day.”
The Challenge: Keep a Diary for a Month
“If you can keep a diary for a month and then share us on the air your diary, we'll let you be a misfit.”
“If you go and read your spouse's diary or their journal, that is as big a violation as cheating on your spouse.”
“If you can keep a diary for a month and then share us on the air your diary, we'll let you be a misfit.”
“I write songs and that's kind of my journal. I can write them down and go back and listen to them and go, oh man, I felt like that on that day.”
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Wes
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Shannon
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Mojo
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Austin
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Nikki
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Royal
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Tim Richards
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Jules
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Ken
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iPhone Journal App
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