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
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
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Jaz @jazzersofierceÂ
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Joe @joesotoradio
Marris @whoismarrisÂ
Jaz @jazzersofierceÂ
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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.Â
Learn which books they read first, ever, in this week's fun fact.Â
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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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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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April 19, 2023 • 29 mins
Thiiiiiis is episode 4! We're talking generational work ethic, celebrity and musical impact through the decades. Any questions? Just hit Joe up on AOL 😂
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April 5, 2023 • 26 mins
On episode 3 (or is it 4?)...let's go with three -- Marris, Joe and Jaz share thoughts on the great Caitlin Clark v. Angel Reese debate, which summertime Chi events they're looking forward to, and what not to do when it comes to "sharing" food.
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March 30, 2023 • 15 mins
On episode 2, The Pod Squad discusses the controversies of the 2023 Oscars, the craziness that is "daylight savings" and what it means to be a modern-day "movie star" after the graaaand entrance of Marris!
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March 30, 2023 • 41 mins
During the pilot episode of The Pod Squad, Joe, Marris and Jaz discuss the do's and dont's of keeping your phone on DND, baseball, and dating more than one person at a time...with a dash of some hilarious office construction in the background.
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