MEET JO.
Jonel's love for entertainment started at just three years old, when she first stepped into the world of ballet. What began as a passion for dance quickly evolved into a love for all things creative, including acting, singing, public speaking, piano, and directing.
In 2011, she brought that creativity into the digital world through YouTube, eventually co-founding Square Room Studios and This Square Room in 2019. As a producer, creative director, and entrepreneur, Jonel continues to bring her ideas to life both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. Known for her signature sweet-but-sassy personality, quick wit, and unapologetic approach to speaking her mind, she's never one to shy away from sharing exactly what she thinks.
A few of Jo's favourite things: Travelling, Italian food, and the smell of gasoline. Yes, gasoline
MEET DES.
Known for his charm, unfiltered opinions, and reputation as a ladies' man with a heart of gold, Deswayne has a knack for saying the things most people wouldn't dare say out loud. A proud father of three, his sons continue to inspire and shape his outlook on life, both on and off the podcast.
Growing up, his mother once told him, "If you don't laugh, you'll cry." Granted, she was probably making fun of him at the time, but the advice stuck. Through life's ups, downs, and everything in between, Deswayne has learned to find the humour in just about anything. With his larger-than-life personality and unapologetic honesty, he's never afraid to take a conversation somewhere unexpected.
A few of Des' favourite things: The colour yellow, the number 18, and quoting song lyrics like they're part of everyday conversation.
BETTER TOGETHER. QUESTIONABLY.
Friends since childhood, Jo and Des have known each other for over 18 years, navigating life's biggest milestones, unexpected twists, and everything in between.
Their years of friendship have created a dynamic built on honesty, trust, and absolutely no hesitation when it comes to calling each other out. Combine that with their candid personalities, wildly different perspectives, and shared sense of humour, and you've got the perfect recipe for This Square Room.
