The Pod Squad

The Pod Squad

"The Pod Squad" is a play on the 1968 TV series, The Mod Squad. Listen as Chicago radio personalities Joe Soto (V103 102.7 FM), Marris (ROCK 95.5) and Jaz (103.5 KISS FM) discuss various lifestyle topics with a dash of entertainment. From three different walks of life, The Pod Squad is sure to take you on a ride.

Episodes

June 27, 2024 39 mins
In episode 24, Joe tells us about his birthday, Marris wants to know about date night favorites, Jaz doesn't like when the bugs come out at summer time (big surprise there) and we find out which movies make each of them cry like babies in this week's fun fact.

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Joe @joesotoradio
Marris @whoismarris 
Jaz @jazzersofierce
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Joe, Marris, and Jaz are back for the Jordan episode...number 23! We reminisce on our all-time favorite concert moments, imagine our own versions of the Olympics, and we learn what songs have forever-solidified spots on each of their playlists in this week's fun fact.

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Joe @joesotoradio
Marris @whoismarris
Jaz @jazzersofierce
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May 23, 2024 42 mins
Joe and Jaz return with their thoughts on "ratchet" congress, impulse buys, the cicada emergence and more.
We also learn what weird smell they actually enjoy in this week's fun fact!

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Joe @joesotoradio
Marris @whoismarris 
Jaz @jazzersofierce
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May 1, 2024 46 mins
On the 21st episode, Joe, Jaz and Marris celebrate by talking about their dream travel destinations. They also reminisce on their proms, and how much TV and radio have changed over the years.

Jaz and Marris battle over "the pimp card", and we learn what the worst drink they've each had was in this week's fun fact. 

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Joe @joesotoradio
Marris @whoismarris
Jaz @jazzersofierce
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April 10, 2024 46 mins
On the 20th episode of The Pod Squad, Joe, Marris and Jaz talk about their unique solar eclipse experiences. They dive into their dream cars, what grinds their gears -- we also find out which three emojis Joe uses, and how both Jaz and Joe celebrated their 20th birthdays in this week's fun fact.

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Joe @joesotoradio
Marris @whoismarris 
Jaz @jazzersofierce 
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April 1, 2024 56 mins
Joe and Jaz return for episode 19! Get ready for a ride as they debate "over fancy" weddings, Jaz shares her feelings on the upcoming The Sims movie, and Joe gets real about his *least* favorite reality TV show.

Learn which books they read first, ever, in this week's fun fact. 
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March 6, 2024 60 mins
Joe and Jaz (missing Marris this episode!) dive into Women's History Month celebrations, Joe's 20-year anniversary on V103 and his friendship with the legendary Herb Kent, how using "eloquent" language feels good sometimes -- and we learn what their favorite seasons are in this week's fun fact.

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Joe - https://www.instagram.com/joesotoradio/
Marris - https://www.instagram.com/whoismarris/
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February 15, 2024 35 mins
Love is in the air on episode 17 as Joe, Marris and Jaz talk last minute V-Day plans, share a recap of the 2024 Superbowl, say hi to Instagram live and everyone shares a freestyle love poem.
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January 31, 2024 39 mins
Joe, Marris and Jaz talk about the upcoming SuperBowl and their favorite snacks, we had an Elmo inspired mental health check-in, Marris announced a big win, and we learned that Valentine's Day has a new meaning - LOVE CASTLE.
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January 17, 2024 31 mins
The word of the day with The Pod Squad is: greatness. Joe, Marris and Jaz talk about great movies, athletes, the greatness of Prince -- and some confessions are dropped along the way.
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January 4, 2024 45 mins
Happy New Year! 2024 is here, and Joe, Marris & Jaz have returned. They kick off the year talking Gypsy Rose's release, their resolutions (or lack thereof), the worst movies they've ever seen and their favorite throwback slang words.
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November 15, 2023 33 mins
Lucky number 13 with Joe and Jaz! This time they're talking superstitions gone too far, the depths of the Midwestern persona and their favoriite things about Thanksgiving. Happy holidays, and in Jaz's best Marris voice -- Pod Squad forever!
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October 11, 2023 44 mins
Joe and Jaz return for episode 12! They debate things that "should" be illegal but aren't, Joe freestyles a new song, they talk about their favorite (strange) food combinations, and why we should all know less about each other.
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September 13, 2023 19 mins
The Pod Squad is back for episode 11! Joe, Marris and Jaz reflect on the 2023 VMAs vs. how award shows used to be, reveal the "unwritten rules" when dating them (note: do NOT ask Jaz what she's doing every 5 minutes) and share their thoughts on dating with age gaps.
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August 16, 2023 44 mins
The Pod Squad returns for their first milestone...episode 10! Double digits! And guess who's back?! MARRIS! Listen as he struggles with a very big purchase decision, Jaz and Marris bond over their love of video games and Joe gets real with something that really grinds his gears.
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July 27, 2023 29 mins
Joe and Jaz are back for episode 9 (don't worry, Marris will be back soon)! We're talking the massive heat wave in Chicago, Doja Cat's interesting response to her loving fans, Twitter's rebrand to "X", and we find out how Joe got his middle name.
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July 12, 2023 45 mins
Joe and Jaz (hi, Marris! Miss you dude.) talk Jamie Foxx sightings in Chicago, a special "people skill" that some people unfortunately possess, their most embarrassing moments in radio and more! Episode 8 is in the books!
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June 21, 2023 48 mins
Lucky number seven! On the first official day of summer, Joe, Marris and Jaz talk about their favorite Chicago staples, their childhood celebrity crushes from middle school (hi, Pam Grier!) and more with a special cameo from iHeart's own Echo Robinson.
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May 24, 2023 39 mins
In episode 6 of The Pod Squad, Joe and Jaz (missing Marris, don't worry...he'll be back next episode!) talk about the upcoming premiere of The Little Mermaid, Joe's astonishing unawareness of 1998's Mulan, dating apps, and high school contest wins, featuring a rapid fire interview with Jaz.
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May 9, 2023 38 mins
This! Is episode 5 of The Pod Squad. Happy Cinco! This time, Joe, Marris and Jaz share their thoughts on the WGA writers' strike, the '23 NBA playoffs and more.
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