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Josie's Lonely Hearts Club

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Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-scripted audio drama set in New Mexico’s 2nd-best relationship call-in show.  On-air, Josie mends the broken hearts of a weekly collection of hilarious improvisers. Off-air, listeners eavesdrop on Josie’s secret identity: shy, unassuming Joanne Holtzinger. Join Joanne and her puckish producer Frank as they navigate the pitfalls of love and fame as their show slowly becomes a national sensation.  Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club was created by Maximilian Clark (Superhuman Public Radio) and Rachel Music. Our story editors are Jenny Snyder and Aliza Brugger. Our production team features Simone Kisiel and Alexandra Grunberg. This podcast is brought to you by the Good Story Guild . *** Support us by joining the Great Story Guild on Patreon! ***
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Episodes

2.8: Things Escalate. Limbs Are Thrown. (Season 2 Finale)

Season Two finale. You better listen all the way to the end on this one, cuties. After a heaping helping of heartache, resident tough cookie Josie gives us a peak of that gooey, nougaty center. Joanne drops a few truths of her own. Along the way, we encounter a crooner in khakis (and a time loop), comfort a gal in love with a slob, and try to piece together a very, very dysfunctional proposal. If time allows, we might even hear from a return caller... Mark your calendars for July 3rd when we com...

May 22, 202432 minSeason 2Ep. 8

2.7 Spare Me the Sob Story, Bucko

We've got some eggshells on the floor here at KDNM, and Our Lady of the Airwaves is in rare form. Between a spurned pyromaniac, a reverse harem, a boy-sober sadist, and a slam piece, Josie may finally help us uncover the meaning of love. Be sure to touch some grass today. Our callers included the talents of Michael Mau, Laura Holliday, Cali Daby, and Brendan Sokler. Our story editor is Aliza Brugger. Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-improvised audio drama set in the studio of New Mexico’s 3r...

May 15, 202430 minSeason 2Ep. 7

2.6. Since We're Strangers...

Put your best face forward tonight as we embrace uncertainty, court spontaneity, and make out with impulsivity. Meet a luckless karaoke wallflower, an HR rep with big, big feelings, and someone whose never heard of a capybara. Will the high-risk, high-reward path be strewn with rose petals? Or will Josie fumble at the finish line? Our callers this week included the talents of Shane Salk, Matt Mundy, Danielle Cohn and Sarah Allyn. Our story editor is Aliza Brugger. Executive produced by Good Stor...

May 08, 202432 minSeason 2Ep. 6

2.5: Whippy-Chainy-Spanky Time

Get ready to stand on your desks, O cuties my cuties, as Josie entreats her listeners to seize their destiny! They face difficult odds: crushworthy coworkers, extra-sensory self-doubt, even a 40-year coma...but you can't keep a good lonely heart down. Maybe their courage will spur our own Josie into making a move of her own? Want to ask Josie something? Send a voice memo to [email protected] and she might just air it in season three! Our callers this week included the talents of Cali Daby,...

May 01, 202434 minSeason 2Ep. 5

2.4: It's French for "Horny Party"

Ah, beans! While Josie is mustering the courage to make a phone call, she invites her listeners to search for surprises wherever they may be: at the farmer's market, in a museum, at a masquerade...even in the stars. Everyone is on the cusp of discovering something brand spanking new about themselves. Also, Frank has a some new gear to show off, but let's not indulge him. If you have a story or question for Josie, send a voice memo to [email protected] and she might end up addressing it on ...

Apr 24, 202433 minSeason 2Ep. 4

2.3 Queen of the Damned, Leave Me Some Pie!

Tonight, Josie entices her listeners to take...it...slow...ly*. Sparked by a new addition to the KDNM squad, it's all about indulgence and languor. Wander aimlessly with a guilt-riddled nonagenarian, a ghost-hunter stuck in the Friend Zone, a pastry chef with a toxic housemate, and one caller who just can't get enough of Josie. If you want to ask Josie a question or tell her a story about your own romantic troubles, send her a voice memo at [email protected] - she might just play it on the...

Apr 17, 202434 minSeason 2Ep. 3

2.2: He Died for Two Minutes and Thirteen Seconds

Tonight, Josie entreats those long-time fans, first-time callers into a trust fall. The theme is "help me, help you" and the callers need all the assistance they can get. Come along a magical mystery tour of long hikes, steam-powered sex toys, and an unwanted inheritance. Our callers included the talents of Tristan Miller, Jessie Cannizzaro, Anjali Khurana, & Frank Romeo. Our story editor is Aliza Brugger. Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-improvised audio drama set in the studio of New M...

Apr 10, 202432 minSeason 2Ep. 2

2.1: Does Butt Stuff Count?

Back in the saddle after her brief hiatus, Josie finds herself ... uncertain? Maybe? Perhaps? Mayhaps? To make matters worse, she is confronted by dilemma after conundrum after enigma, with nothing to do but waffle. But don't worry; she's got this. Probably. Mayhaps. Our callers included the talents of Maggie Dunbar, John Grady, Adam Fried, and Sarah Allyn. Our story editor is Aliza Brugger. Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-improvised audio drama set in the studio of New Mexico’s 3rd-best ro...

Apr 03, 202435 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Josie Presents: Forgive Me!

While we gear up for Season Two, KDNM would like to spotlight one more show before we resume our broadcast schedule of "every-week-you-cuties-can-handle:" Forgive Me by Rogue Media tells the story of Father Ben, a try-hard priest reassigned from Binghamton to St. Patrick's in Upstate New York. Catch up on their three season run now and learn more at roguedialogue.com/forgive-me Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-improvised audio drama set in the studio of New Mexico’s 3rd-best romantic advice ...

Mar 27, 202428 min

You've Reached KDNM

Meanwhile, at KDNM, Frank checks the station voicemail. Call a friend and see how they're doing. Check the expiration dates on your dairy products. See you in Season Two, cuties. This episode features Chris Gebauer, John Nelson Dorsey IV, Laura Lee Walsh, & Jenny Schumacher. Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-improvised audio drama set in the studio of New Mexico’s 3rd-best romantic advice call-in show. On-air, listeners eavesdrop as Josie (Rachel Music, How Do They Bone?) squares off agai...

Mar 20, 202411 min

1.8: Brought a Nuke to a Knife Fight (Season 1 Finale)

Remastered. In the Season 1 finale, Josie quizzes her listeners about their breaking points and gets more than she bargained for. Meet a gal who's given up cruciferous veggies, a cat owner at the end of his rope, a perennial personality re-vamper, and more. Heads up, cuties; this episode discusses themes of loss and grief. Our callers included the talents of Marnina Schon, Jeff Lorch, Meghan Falcone, and Geoff Grimwood. Our story editor is Aliza Brugger. Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-impr...

Mar 06, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 8

1.7: Never Have I Ever...

Remastered. In need of a win, Josie turns the show into a shared sleepover with everyone's favorite confession game, Never Have I Ever. It's a saucy time, with a tang and a kick and a full orchestra. Despite a few service interruptions, tea is spilled. So is ramen. Our callers this week included the talents of Marnina Schon, Meghan Falcone, Geoff Grimwood, & Jeff Lorch. Our story editor is Aliza Brugger. Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-improvised audio drama set in the studio of New Mex...

Feb 28, 202425 minSeason 1Ep. 7

1.6: Can I Swear On Here?

Remastered. Josie is putting her matchmaking where her mouth is, bringing lovelorn architect Nick from Santa Fe back on the air to find his special someone. It's a first for KDNM and in no way a terrible idea. Our callers this week included the talents of Alex Stine, Ross Childs, Raechel Wong, and Caitlin Carleton. Additional calls from Frank Romeo, Anjali Khurana, Jessie Cannizzaro, Maggie Dunbar, and Sarah Allyn. Our story editor is Aliza Brugger Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-improvised...

Feb 21, 202430 minSeason 1Ep. 6

1.5: Banned from the San Antonio Costco

Remastered. This Valentine's Day, everyone at KDNM is unlucky. Not even Josie has a date. Not to be deterred, she asks her audience for their best moments of instant karma and boy howdy do they deliver. Stock up on string cheese and watch your step, because big things happen when the lines open up. Our callers this week included the talents of Caitlin Carleton, Ross Childs, Alex Stine, and Raechel Wong. This episode was edited by Aliza Brugger. Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-improvised aud...

Feb 14, 202428 minSeason 1Ep. 5

1.4: One Guy Had Weird Shoulders...

Remastered. This week Josie opens up the lines to travelers, wanderers, voyagers, and more. When the rubber hits the road, do changes in latitudes really mean changes in attitudes? Our callers this week included the talents of Jacob Alden Roa, Tiffany Cornwell, Patrick Harvey, and Elke Reid. Our story editor is Aliza Brugger. This episode is dedicated to Jimmy Buffett. Rest in Paradise, with all the cheeseburgers and boat drinks you want. Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-improvised audio dra...

Feb 07, 202426 minSeason 1Ep. 4

1.3: Be the Brenda

Remastered. This week, Josie slips into something a little more comfortable as we explore love, socializing, and pickleball both in and out of our comfort zones. Our callers this week included the talents of Shane Snider, Carla Lerner Montero, Al Pagano, and Laura Lee Walsh. This episode was edited by Aliza Brugger. Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-improvised audio drama set in the studio of New Mexico’s 3rd-best romantic advice call-in show. On-air, listeners eavesdrop as Josie (Rachel Musi...

Jan 31, 202421 minSeason 1Ep. 3

1.2: You Can't Solve All Your Problems with Garbage

Remastered. If your love language is "stuff found by the side of the road," you're in luck. Otherwise, grab a horse-drawn carriage and brush up on your sonnets, because this week Josie is asking her listeners to dream bigger. Where are those big romantic gestures, and why do we crave them so much? Our callers this week included the talents of Tiffany Cornwell, Jacob Alden Roa, Patrick Harvey, and Elke Reid. This episode was edited by Aliza Brugger. Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-improvised...

Jan 24, 202429 minSeason 1Ep. 2

1.1: Let's Jam It Up, Sluts!

Remastered. After a terrible speed dating event, Jo and Frank open the lines to talk about first impressions. Are they all they’re cracked up to be? Meet a bouncer who can’t find romance, test a few pick-up lines with a quirky close-up magician, and find out what it means to be caught in flagrante derowboat. Our callers this week included the talents of Laura Lee Walsh, Al Pagano, Shane Snider, and Carla Lerner Montero. This episode was edited by Aliza Brugger. || Join our Discord, or support us...

Jan 17, 202424 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Trailer - Josie's Lonely Hearts Club

Josie’s Lonely Hearts Club is a semi-improvised audio drama set in the studio of New Mexico’s 3rd-best romantic advice call-in show. On-air, listeners eavesdrop as Josie (Rachel Music, How Do They Bone?) squares off against top improvisers and her engineer Frank (Maximilian Clark, Superhuman Public Radio). Each episode’s off-air vignettes chart her journey from melancholy Joanne Holtzinger to nationally syndicated sensation Josie Heller. What results is an often hilarious and surprisingly human ...

Jan 09, 20241 min
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