This is it. The last episode. This show debuted on March 18, 2014 with three episodes – Mike Gaughan, Cindy Sovine, and Jason “Bird” Calloway were my guests – which means that this show has been active for a week shy of 11 years. 372 numbered episodes, 421 total episodes, and 444 blog posts later, it’s time to call it quits and move on to something else.

In this episode, here’s what you’ll find:

An explanation of why I haven’t done a show in more than six months
The real, honest-to-God goal of Jon of All Trades, and how I achieved it
Why I wish culturally we would all just shut the f*ck up more frequently
How the 2024 election influenced my decision to end the show
Why it’s mortifying being a straight, white, cis man in America in 2025
Grievance culture and what to do about it
Some crazy ass stats about the show – see if you can guess how many minutes and/or days worth of audio I’ve recorded
What’s next
Why it’s important to be the change you want to see in the world

I promise you, I go out with a bang, in a way only a Jon Eks Solo Episode can. Hear me at my most unfiltered, most raw, most honest, and filled with energy, cultural pissiness, and ultimate optimism.

I adore you for letting me be a part of your life. I hope this show has cheered you up when you’ve been down, given you new insights, taught you about what makes so many of us tick professionally, and just generally made you feel like time spent with me is time well spent.

So long, Jon of All Trades. This show has been a literal dream come true – seriously, listen to the episode and you’ll see – and the reason is you. Thank you for spending time with me. See you at the new place.

Say goodnight, Gracie.

– Jon Eks, Jon of All Trades

Ep. 372: FINALE