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Jim Connors hosts Interesting Things with JC<\/em>, a daily podcast of real stories in minutes. With a background in radio, TV, and international work, he crafts episodes that spark curiosity and keep learning alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q1. Congratulations on winning the MUSE Design Awards! Can you introduce yourself and share about what inspired you to pursue design as a career?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hey, I\u2019m JC, the voice behind Interesting Things with JC. I write it, record it, edit it, and release it every day. I\u2019ve been in broadcasting for years\u2014from radio studios to running television stations, and even working overseas on custom television systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The show is built on a simple idea: tell real stories in just a few minutes, spark curiosity, and give people something worth thinking about. I\u2019ve always believed learning should never stop, and this podcast is how I keep that mission alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Q2. What does being recognized in the MUSE Design Awards mean to you?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Honestly, I entered because I needed to know if the work was really holding up. I\u2019ve been producing this show independently for a long time, and the MUSE Creative Awards have a solid reputation. I thought maybe I had something, but I wasn\u2019t sure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winning Gold hit hard\u2014in the best way. It confirmed that what I\u2019m building, day by day, actually matters. Personally, it felt like proof that the sacrifice was worth it. Professionally, it gives this show weight and momentum. Hopefully, it will help me reach the next step: syndication, a wider audience, and bigger conversations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q3. Can you share the story behind your success? What inspired its creation, and what do you feel it represents in today\u2019s industry?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This all started after the pandemic changed how people listen. I had a longform show before this, but I noticed a shift\u2014people wanted shorter, sharper stories. So, I leaned into that and built Interesting Things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I drew from my background in radio and public television, took inspiration from old-school audio storytelling like Paul Harvey, and went all in on making something that respected the listener\u2019s time. In a world full of AI voices and copycat podcasts, I wanted to keep things human. It\u2019s not just about facts; it\u2019s about connection, curiosity, and bringing attention to stories that usually get overlooked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q4. What role does experimentation play in your creative process? Can you share an example?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The truth? I had no idea if I even stood out. I knew the content was solid, and I knew I was putting in the work, but when you\u2019re doing it all yourself, it\u2019s hard to know how it compares. Winning Gold told me it\u2019s not just good\u2014it\u2019s working. What makes this show different is the consistency, the research, and the trust I\u2019ve built with my listeners. I\u2019m not riding trends; I\u2019m building something that lasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Q5. What’s the most unusual source of inspiration you’ve ever drawn from for a project?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The biggest challenge? Showing up every single day. I\u2019ve released one episode a day for over 1,250 days straight\u2014no missed uploads, no filler content. That kind of streak only works if you\u2019re locked in with a purpose. Some days I\u2019m tired, some days life gets heavy, but the mission keeps me going. I made a promise to the audience and to myself, and I stick to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Winning Entry <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interesting Things with JC<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n

Explore the journey of the Jie Jian<\/a>, the Gold and Silver Winner of the 2025 MUSE Creative Awards. <\/em>An award-winning designer and typographer, she explores language as form\u2014using type to question, connect, and collaborate, including with the Walker Art Center.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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