The Breakdown with Josie Balka
Josie BalkaWelcome to an emotional breakdown. Literally. Josie Balka is an author who reads poetry from inside her closet. This pod will breakdown the topics of each of her poems from life and love to friendship and nostalgia - both the good and bad sides of all of it. Let’s have a breakdown, shall we? New episodes drop on Wednesdays.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 10 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Personal JournalsSociety & Culture | |||
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In this episode we breakdown a poem called “smaller”. Touching on spending your whole life trying to be smaller and how hard it is to be someone who thinks that way.
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- Amazing
As a fellow Calgarian, I am over the moon excited and proud for all that you are and all that you have created, you inspire! You have inspired me so many times with your beautiful words and the most uplifting poetry. Thank you!
Apple Podcasts5Weesoby
Canada4 months ago - Love!
Thank you for bringing your voice, your heart, and your purpose to this podcast!
Apple Podcasts5JGL620
United States5 months ago - Beautiful
Bite sized relatable nuggets of wisdom that relates to every stage of life, every person and allows a time for deep thought provoking reflection.
Apple Podcasts5em.janesCanada5 months ago - Love this podcast- love Josie I think I’m just a lover
Love love love
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Love listening on my ride to work
Apple Podcasts5Ashli.MarieUnited States9 months ago - Wish there were more
I love listening to Josie read her Poems/Prose .. they are so heartfelt and I feel every one can relate in some way or another
Apple Podcasts5LMiller13United States10 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #82 | Canada/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #95 |  Israel/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #141 |  Hong Kong/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
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The show centers on intimate conversations around life, creativity, and personal growth, often anchored in poetry, personal anecdotes, and relatable family dynamics. Episodes frequently explore themes like motherhood, body image, mental health, anxiety, career identity, dating, and everyday resilience, with a warm, candid tone that blends memoir and practical reflection. Noteworthy is the host's closet-poetry format and the emphasis on vulnerable storytelling that invites listener reflection and connection. Listeners are likely drawn to thoughtful, emotionally honest content that's often Calgary-connected or Canada-rooted, with a focus on self-care, relationships, and navigating life's transitions.
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