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Because I'm John Sellmeyer

Because I'm John Sellmeyer

By: John Robert Joseph Sellmeyer
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Welcome to a podcast powered by curiosity, caffeine, and the occasional existential crisis. Most episodes are interviews with interesting people who teach me something new—sometimes surprising, sometimes profound, always human. Other times, it’s just me, thinking out loud about whatever’s been rattling around in my brain lately. It’s part conversation, part observation, and part “how did we end up here?” If you like honest chats, unexpected turns, and the feeling of learning something without realizing it, you’re in the right place. No niche—just stories, thoughts, and wondering out loud.John Robert Joseph Sellmeyer Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Joey: A Brief Talk on Presidents and Russia
    Aug 24 2025

    Hey ya'll! I have been working for a few months to try and save this audio. This is the best I could do!! It was great talking with Joey, and I hope ya'll enjoy the conversation.


    We give a historical perspective on Presidents including Trump, Obama, FDR, Kennedy, and Truman!


    Plus, we talk about the gulag archipelago!


    Plus, college shenanigans!


    Please enjoy!

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    32 mins
  • From Diagnosis to Summer Daydream Studio: A Cancer Survivor's Story
    Aug 17 2025

    Kara's Links! Please Subscribe!


    • Substack: https://substack.com/@karawalters?r=g080r&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=profile
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/summerdaydreamstudio/

    The Resource we mentioned:

    Lotsa Helping Hands: https://lotsahelpinghands.com




    In this inspiring episode of "Because I'm John Sellmeyer," host John Sellmeyer sits down with his cousin, Kara Walters, a cancer survivor, creative mind, and entrepreneur.


    Kara shares her deeply personal journey from her surprising Stage III breast cancer diagnosis at age 28 to becoming cancer-free. She discusses the importance of listening to your body, advocating for your health, and the emotional and physical challenges of chemotherapy and radiation.

    She also reveals how she used creativity—from listening to comedy podcasts and watching humorous shows to creating a successful jewelry business called Summer Daydream Studio—to find hope and a sense of normalcy during her treatment. Kara's story is a powerful testament to the value of a strong support system, finding humor in dark times, and the healing power of art.


    Join us as Kara offers invaluable advice for anyone facing a difficult diagnosis and reflects on how her perspective on life has changed for the better.

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    25 mins
  • Friday the 13th Parts 1-6!
    Aug 11 2025

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:12 Reese's Return and Friendship History00:54 Casual Conversation and Sleep Habits02:21 Discussing Horror Movies02:59 Friday the 13th Series Overview06:47 Friday the 13th Part 1: Plot and Analysis11:42 Friday the 13th Part 2: Improvements and Killer Reveal18:04 Friday the 13th Part 3: 3D Gimmicks and Hockey Mask23:15 Friday the 13th Part 4: The Final Chapter30:28 Friday the 13th Part 5: A Disappointing Sequel35:03 Friday the 13th Part 6: Jason Lives36:45 Plot Summary of Friday the 13th Part VI37:42 Self-Referential Humor in Horror39:45 The Evolution of Slasher Films45:11 Character Analysis: Sheriff Garris46:59 Ranking the Friday the 13th Films48:14 Tropes in the Friday the 13th Series52:19 Freddy vs. Jason: A Deep Dive59:44 Modern Day Slashers and Their Impact01:02:54 Terrifier Series: A New Age of Horror01:07:46 Upcoming Horror Films and Final Thoughts

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    1 hr and 9 mins
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