Why? Episode 367- Catching up
No guests, just conversation. Where is this whole thing going? Do we have good stuff upcoming? What do you think, slappy?
Aug 25, 2025•23 min•Season 1Ep. 367
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Why? Episode 366 Searching for David Ackles
To hear David Ackles is to be enchanted by his voice and his music. And, for some reason, he never reached a large audience. Now, a new book by Mark Brend, Down River: In Search of David Ackles, tells his whole story. The book is available wherever you get your books on August 22nd.
Aug 18, 2025•39 min•Season 1Ep. 366
Why? Episode 365- The Solve-Along Murder, She Wrote
Everybody loves Jessica Fletcher. And now, with Tim Benzie as your guide, he'll bring you on an evening's worth of entertainment with his "Solve-Along Murder, She Wrote." Will the audience solve the crime before Jessica? And why is she so popular after decades of leaving the air? For more information about Tim and to find out where he is performing, (and hopefully it's near you, you can check out his website , or follow him on Instagram- @solvealongmurdershewrote)....
Aug 11, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 365
Why? Episode 364- A Legally Naked State of the Union
A couple of weekends ago, the Association for Nude Recreation held their annual convention, celebrating all things in non-sexual nudity. We teamed up with former guest John Jankowski from We Bare All, a group in Wisconsin, who we've been working with to produce their podcast... Where do things stand today?
Aug 04, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 364
Why? Episode 363- Beatles Hairdresser Leslie Cavendish
There's knowing The Beatles, and then there's knowing how George likes his hair done. Leslie Cavendish is one of the few people in the world who can lay claim to the latter. And in his book, "The Cutting Edge," he details his work and friendship with the Fab Four. From The Magical Mystery Tour to the final performance on the top of Apple Records, Leslie was there. "The Cutting Edge," by Leslie Cavendish is available right now from Barnes and Noble, and you can get signed copies (and learn more a...
Jul 28, 2025•54 min•Season 1Ep. 363
Why? Epsiode 362- Family rock n' roll with Secret Monkey Weekend
Who doesn't like a good rock and pop record? Well, the family (take that, Partridges) that makes up Secret Monkey Weekend do, and their new record, Lemon Drop Hammer proves it and then some. For more information, check out their website .
Jul 21, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 362
Why? Episode 361- The Mascot Hall of Fame
We don't need to tell you how we feel about mascots in these parts. Thankfully, former close friend of the Philadelphia Phanatic feels the same. We talk with Dave about the Hall of Fame and his experience in the sports mascot business. For more information about the hall of fame, check out their website. And for more information about Dave and his work, check out his website .
Jul 14, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 361
Why? Episode 360- The art of stand-up comedy with JT Habersaat
Stand-up comedy has to be one of the purest art forms. One person on a stage, armed only with their wits and their speed. How does someone do it? Why does someone do it? Comedian JT Habersaat literally wrote the book on stand-up with his new "Doing Time- Comedians on Stage." The book is available July 8th from Jawbone Press . And for more info on JT, including tour dates, check out his website .
Jul 07, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 360
Why? Episode 359- Beatles Hairdresser Leslie Cavendish
There's knowing The Beatles, and then there's knowing how George likes his hair done. Leslie Cavendish is one of the few people in the world who can lay claim to the latter. And in his book, "The Cutting Edge," he details his work and friendship with the Fab Four. From The Magical Mystery Tour to the final performance on the top of Apple Records, Leslie was there. "The Cutting Edge," by Leslie Cavendish is available right now from Barnes and Noble, and you can get signed copies (and learn more a...
Jun 30, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 359
Why? Episode 358- Roger Rabbit Creator Gary K Wolf
Gary K Wolf has created a bevy of characters that are beloved by generations of film fans and readers. We got to talk with Gary about how you create an iconic character (easy, right?), his writing process and the one thing he wishes he did when his first Roger Rabbit book came out. For more information and to order copies of any of Gary's books, check out his website .
Jun 23, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 358
Why? Episode 357- Storyteller Satori Shakoor
Satori Shakoor has had a fascinating life. From singing in Parliament, to being one of the Brides of Funkenstein, to her life as a mother and everything that has come after, Satori tells it all in her new concert film, "Confessions of a Menopausal Femme Fatale." It's a story only she can tell and she tells it wonderfully. You can stream the film on Amazon, AppleTV and Google Play. For more information, check out Satori's website .
Jun 16, 2025•39 min•Season 1Ep. 357
Why? Episode 356- Revolutionary Crawls and Events
What better way to learn about the early days of our country than with a drink in your hand? We talk with Marianne Rosato, creator and producer of the walks/crawls and Ben Franklin, who is one of the founding fathers you'll meet along the way. For more information on events and to find out when the next one will be held, make sure to check out the website for Revolutionary Crawls and Events .
Jun 09, 2025•29 min
Why? Episode 355- Music Producer David Z
You may not know the name, but you know his sound. From his work as a member of Lipps, Inc, to producing with Prince to bands like Fine Young Cannibals and Big Head Todd and the Monsters, David Z has created a sound that, literally, everyone has danced to. For more information on David and his fascinating career, check out his website .
Jun 02, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 355
Why? Episode 354- Furries
What is a furry? Who can be a furry? Are you a furry and you just don't know it? Flint and Camille from Anthro New England tell us all about the movement and why you may be a furry and not even know it. Anthro New England is a yearly convention held in Boston, Massachusetts. Next year's convention is January 15th through the 18th. For more information, check out their website .
May 26, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 354
Why? Episode 353- I Know Catherine, the Log Lady
Catherine Coulson was an artist, in all senses of the word. Most people probably know her from her role as The Log Lady on David Lynch and Mark Frost's TV show, Twin Peaks . But that is just the beginning of Catherine's story. I Know Catherine, the Log Lady , is a fascinating look at a fascinating character and a study of reaching the end of your life with grace and love. The film is now playing at theaters across the country. For more information about screening dates and locations and to pre-o...
May 19, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 353
Why? Episode 352- Sex-O-Rama music
This week, we talk with one of the members of Sex-O-Rama. (What's his real name? What's his band name... we find out!) The group was originally formed to create fake porn music for folks to enjoy and, shockingly, things got out of hand and now they're onto volume 5. Sex-O-Rama volume 5: Invaders from the Pleasure Planet is available wherever you get your music. For more information, check out their website.
May 12, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 352
Why? Episode 351- The Antique Vibrator Museum
They say those who don't learn the past are doomed to repeat it. What does that have to do with our guest? We're not really sure. Dr. Carol Queen, phd is the curator of the Antique Vibrator Museum, located inside the Good Vibrations store in San Francisco. (Other branches of the chain have some items on display too.) What is the history of the vibrator? Did it seriously involve steam power? Where do things go from here? Dr Queen has all the answers. To plan your visit to the Antique Vibrator Mus...
May 05, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 351
Why? Episode 350- Underseas Exploration and Living
Ian Koblick has made a living exploring underwater and learning about how man can live there. From his building of habitats for NASA to turning one habitat into an undersea hotel, Ian has devoted his life to sharing his love of the ocean with everyone. For more information about Ian's work, you can check out the Marine Resources Development Foundation's website . And to learn more about Jules' Undersea Lodge and to book your stay, check out their website ....
Apr 28, 2025•39 min•Season 1Ep. 350
Why? Episode 349- The History of Nudist Films
Exploitation films are always a fascinating study. And some of the most fascinating movies are nudist film. Mark Storey has writing a fascinating history of the naturist film in the book, Cinema au Naturel . Cinema au Naturel is available right now wherever you get your books.
Apr 21, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 349
Why? Episode 348- The Buckland Museum of Witchcraft
Located in Cleveland, Ohio, the Buckland Museum of Witchcraft offers visitors a fascinating into the world of witchcraft and the history of the practice. Staffed and run by well educated folks, the museum offers both practitioners and non-practitioners a look into the history through objects and artifacts. We sat down with museum director Steven Intermill to learn more about the museum. For more information, you can find the museum online ....
Apr 14, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 348
Why? Episode 347- Grant Philipo from the Las Vegas Showgirl Museum Pt 2
As promised, here is part two of our fascinating conversation with Grant Philipo, the founder of the Las Vegas Showgirl Museum. How fascinating? There was so much of it, we had to split it up into two episodes. Though, when you hear Grant's story, you will be aching to see his incredible work on display at the museum. For more information on the museum and to schedule your visit, check out their website .
Apr 07, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 347
Why? Episode 346- Falling asleep with Northwoods Baseball
Mr King is the creator of a fascinating podcast designed for you to not stay awake for the whole thing. Calling back baseball on the radio, The Northwoods Baseball Network is designed to help you fall asleep- no big hits, no exciting plays. It's a wonderful way to drift off to dreamland. You can find Northwoods Baseball wherever you get your podcasts or you can check out their website .
Mar 31, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 346
Why? Episode 345- Grant Philipo from the Las Vegas Showgirl Museum
This week is a fascinating conversation with Gran Philipo, the founder of the Las Vegas Showgirl Museum. How fascinating? There was so much of it, we had to split it up into two episodes. (And we barely touch on the museum in the first part.) Though, when you hear Grant's story, you will be aching to see his incredible work on display at the museum. For more information on the museum and to schedule your visit, check out their website ....
Mar 24, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 345
Why? Episode 344- The Bumper Sticker Bandit
Isn't annoying when you see someone who parks so terribly, it makes life harder for everyone else? Well, there is a vigilante out there, placing insulting bumpers tickers on offending vehicles. He's called The Bumper Sticker Bandit and his stickers are now turning up all over the world. If you want to see some of his work, you can find him on TikTok and Instagram and you can order bumper stickers of your own directly from his website ....
Mar 17, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 344
Why? Epsiode 343- The Aqualillies
The Aqualillies are a unique performance group, combining classic water ballet with a much more modern choreography. From movies and TV to weddings and other parties, there is no better way to celebrate than pool-side with synchronized swimming. For more information, check out their website.
Mar 10, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 343
Why? Episode 342- Peace Advocate and Author Gabriel Meyer
Gabriel Meyer has spent his life working towards encouraging peace between everyone. And in his new novel, On a Verge of a Verb , Meyer loosely adapts his own story into a tale of working for peace across the globe. Needless to say, it's a fascinating conversation when you get Gabriel talking about his experiences and what he's learned along the way. On the Verge of a Verb is available right now wherever you get your books. For information, check out his website ....
Mar 03, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 342
Why? Episode 341- Music Insider Paul Rappaport
For almost 30 years Paul Rappaport worked at Columbia records in the promotion department. That job led him to crossing paths with Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Pink Floyd and many others. His new book (out April 1st) is called "Gliders Over Hollywood" and is available for pre-order ....
Feb 24, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 341
Why? Episode 340- Music Engineer/Producer Glenn Berger
In another lifetime, Dr Glenn Berger found himself working at A&R studios in New York, along such music legends as Paul Simon, James Brown, Phoebe Snow and Bob Fosse. In his memoir, Never Say No to a Rock Star , Glenn recounts some of the most memorable moments in a career filled with them, at a time when musicians ruled the earth.
Feb 17, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 340
Why? Episode 339- Naked Filmmaking with JP Riley
JP Riley has had quite the life so far, and he's not even close to done. After making the hit independent film Act Naturally in 2011, he's back with the follow-up, Act Supernaturally . On top of writing, directing and producing, (he's also worked on Eddie Murphy's Axel F and the video for Taylor Swift's "You Need to Calm Down") he also wrote the music with his band Nak'd Lion. Act Supernaturally is scheduled for release in the US on April 20th. (We'll share links when they're available.) And you...
Feb 10, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 339
Why? Epsiode 338- Boxing Ref Jack Reiss
Refereeing any sport is hard, but boxing? You try keeping a level head and pay attention to the right things with the lights, the judges, the cameras, the crowd... oh, and two people hitting each other very hard. Jack has taken his experience and is helping prepare other referees to be ready to go when the bell rings. For more information on Jack and Sole Arbiter, his ref training school, check out his website .
Feb 03, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 338
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