“General” Thoughts

About “General” Thoughts

The aim of general thoughts is to serve as a beacon of light to young adults bridging the gap between being an adolescent and a adult. Founded by Jaden Rey’ General Joiner, GT initiates unique conversations by and for youth that provides a comfortable environment for all perspectives from all walks of life. All episodes are unscripted and forthright, centered around self- efficacy, society, wellness, and excellence. #JustAGeneralThought

Publisher

Jaden Rey’ General Joiner

Category

leisure

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

8 Nov 2021

Latest episode

3 Sept 2025

Latest episodes

80 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Sept 2025

   Project X

   This episode unpacks the hidden lessons behind taking on big responsibilities and stepping into adulthood. Through a spiritual lens, we explore how faith, resilience, and growth guide the journey of leadership and manhood. Project X has been a catalyst for finding clarity in the unknown and embracing the process of becoming.

2. 

   23 Jul 2025

   Small changes Big truths

   As I step into senior year, I reflect on my college journey through the lens of two powerful reads Atomic Habits by James Clear and How to Tell the Truth by Preston Perry. From building better habits to confronting uncomfortable truths, this episode unpacks the mindset shifts that shaped me, the patterns I’m still breaking, and the vision I’m carrying into the next chapter.

3. 

   9 Apr 2025

   7 Minute Drill

   Federal pressure. Campus confusion. Student voices rising. In this episode, I reflect on the indefinite pause of Mississippi State’s SPARK Leadership Conference in light of new federal DEI restrictions. What happens when a program built on purpose gets shut down? And how do student leaders reclaim their power in the face of silence? Tune in for a raw, honest, and deeply relevant conversation about policy, passion, and purpose.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

18 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

8 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 32 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

36

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

71

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Guest appearances

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