Why? The Podcast

Heidi Hedquist/ Luke Poling•www.whythepodcast.com

Naked skydivers. Jeopardy champions. Rodeo clowns. Suzi Quatro. Professional mascots. Competitive eaters. Astronauts. Cherry Vanilla. Renaissance fair kings. Benjamin Franklin. Olympic Curlers. Mandalorians. Gay erotica writers. Mermaids. Fruit cake tossers. Martha Wash. Dolphin Lovers. Hair collectors. Strippers. And satanists. We've talked to them all. On Why? every week we talk with another guest leading a fascinating life.

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Episodes

Why?- Episode 08 World's Greatest Streaker Mark Roberts

He's streaked (yes, that's the correct verbage for past-tense streaking) over 500 events around the world. He's danced on the Super Bowl field. He slipped and fell on the ice during the winter Olympics. And he's run around soccer pitches all over the world completely naked. He is Mark Roberts and he is the world's greatest streaker.

Jan 21, 2019•47 min•Season 1Ep. 8

Why?- Episode 07 Competitive Eater Molly Schuyler

Here's some of the things that Molly Schuyler has eater: 93 dumplings, 33 corn dogs and 501 chicken wings. Molly is the one of the best competitive eaters out there. She joins us to discuss chipmunking, getting hassled at the Golden Corral and one of the foods she refuses to eat in competition.

Jan 14, 2019•23 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Why?- Episode 06 Travel Expert Tom Massey

If anyone knows a good travel trip or two, it's Tom Massey. He's written a book about it. Well, he's going to. Tom sat down with us in the community room at the Phluid Project in New York City to talk over the best way to get from here to there.

Jan 07, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Why?- Episode 05 Painter Marc Eckel

Happy New Year! We close out the year talking with Marc Eckel, who has built an international career and ministry finger painting Christian images. How did he realize this was his path? Can he haz paint a cheeseburger? Have a listen to learn more on it, his writing and other art.

Dec 31, 2018•22 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Why?- Episode 04 Part 2 with Nina Kircher

What better way to spend the holiday than with a racoon named Nigel? Here's part 2 of our interview with Nina Kircher as we discuss some of her acting work and what the neighbor might think about Nigel. To get you started on a Nigel binge, here he is washing dishes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiGWpeVMT48&t=26s

Dec 24, 2018•22 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Why?- Episode 03 Raccoon Enthusiast Nina Kircher

Nina is the wacky next door neighbor you never knew you had. And Nigel is a raccoon. Put them both together and, not only is it love at first sight, it's a conversation rife with raccoon calls, questions about raccoon names and video footage of Nigel washing dishes. Happy Holidays from Why!

Dec 17, 2018•31 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Why?- Episode 02 Herper Monty Najar

We're joined by herper Monty Najar. What is a herper? Why does Monty do this? Why is Luke standing on the desk, crying?

Dec 10, 2018•28 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Why?- Episode 01 Ghost Hunter Ken Suminski

Heidi & Luke are joined by ghost hunter Ken Suminski. What has Ken found in is work? How do you get ghosts to leave? Can you date ghosts? All the important questions are asked and, surprisingly, answered.

Dec 10, 2018•28 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Why?- the Podcast- Trailer

An amuse bouche, paving the way for the full episodes of Why?, a new podcast dedicated bringing people together, one question at a time. Hosted by Heidi Hedquist and Luke Poling, Why attempts to get some answers from folks with some... let's call them unique, shall we?... hobbies and professions. From snake hunters, to Brazilian waxers, to the owner of a literal bridge to nowhere. We'll sit them all down and ask one simple question- Why?

Nov 26, 2018•1 min

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