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Why? The Podcast

Heidi Hedquist/ Luke Polingwww.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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Why? Episode 187- BDSM B&B Inn Thrall

If you're looking for a kinky getaway, with everything needed for some BDSM fun, look no further than this week's guest. We talked with Mistress Kathleen from Inn Thrall. She tells us all about the beautiful rooms and options for guests. We also go over the three house rules, which, may surprise you. (Rule #2- hydration.) For more information, you can check out their website , or follow them on Twitter ....

Mar 14, 202236 minSeason 1Ep. 187

Why? Episode 186- Body Painter Breanna Cooke

Anybody can paint on a canvas that's flat and sitting still. But painting on something with dimensions and that can breathe and complain... well, that's a whole other story. This week we talked with body artist Breanna Cooke, who uses the human body for her artwork. She has painted hundreds of people for various events and she knows the ins and outs to having your artwork turn out perfect every time. And now she's expanded, offering clothing with some of her beautiful and unique designs printed ...

Mar 07, 202233 minSeason 1Ep. 186

Why? Episode 185- Willy Wonka's Veruca Salt, Julie Dawn Cole

You may not know this week's guest by name, but you'll definitely recognize her... especially if she's yelling, "I want it now!!!" We got to talk with the lovely Julie Dawn Cole, better known to generations of fans as Veruca Salt from the original Willy Wonka film. To order a copy of Julie's memoir, check out her website . You can also find Julie on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter . And you can also find Julie on Cameo. (And, of course, rush delivery available.)...

Feb 28, 202231 minSeason 1Ep. 185

Why? Episode 184- Baseball Announcer Emma Tiedemann

In the week that pitchers and catchers SHOULD be reporting to spring training, we need something to remind us that winter is almost over and spring is on its way. We talked with Emma Tiedemann, one of the first female broadcasters in minor league baseball. Emma currently calls games for the Portland Sea Dogs (a Red Sox affiliate team). But baseball isn't her only sport; Emma has also called basketball and hockey. For more information, you can follow Emma on Twitter . And if you want to see what'...

Feb 21, 202227 minSeason 1Ep. 184

Why? Episode 183- The World Axe Throwing League

What better way to celebrate Valentine's day this year by not only talking about the joys of axe throwing, but how about we talk about it with Hayden Brown and Lucas Johnson, the dual champions from the World Axe Throwing Championship? Is this episode rife with ax puns? You bet your axe it is. For more information about the World Axe Throwing League , check out their website, or follow them on Facebook or Instagram . You can follow Lucas on Instagram and if you want to train where the pros train...

Feb 14, 202228 minSeason 1Ep. 183

Why? Episode 182- The Kama Sutra Tantra Chair

This week we were planning on talking with AJ Vitaro, the designer of the Tantra Chair, which was designed to help improve the love life of couples around the world. Unfortunately, AJ was unable to join us, but wrote out his answers to questions we submitted. We then in turn recruited our two Reluctant Executive Producers, John Sauve and Sandy Stone to read AJ's answers for us. What resulted was a fun, informative and fascinating conversation about the design of well-crafted furniture, built to ...

Feb 07, 202246 minSeason 1Ep. 182

Why? Episode 181- Eric Lankford & Bear from K9 Cinema

Movies and dogs... how could it get any better? We talked with Eric Lankford and his trusty co-pilot Bear about K9 Cinema, the only movie theater that not only allows, but wants you to bring your dog to the movie. And Eric has some really big news... they're striking a deal with AMC to bring K9 Cinema to a city near you! For more information and to sign up for the newsletter and learn when Bear is coming to your town, check out their website or follow them on Facebook ....

Jan 31, 202234 minSeason 1Ep. 181

Why? Episode 180- The History of Trade Mark of Quality Bootlegs

The bootleg record label, Trade Mark of Quality, created some of the first and best-known recordings from the 1960s and 70s of popular music. From Great White Wonder and Live'r Than You'll Ever Be to Blueberry Hill, some of the best recordings came from a bootlegger known only as Pigman. We talked with Ralph Sutherland and Harold Sherrick, the authors of the definitive history and catalogue of the TMQ label. A Pig's Tale is available from Genius Books . You can also follow them on Facebook and o...

Jan 24, 202231 minSeason 1Ep. 180

Why? Episode 179- Unsettling Toys

Do you have a creepy toy that has been in your family for generations? What about a doll that you're scared to turn your back on? Well, worry no more- Brian and Sara from Unsettling Toys are here to help. Just box up your deeply disturbing toy and send it to them, where they will adopt it out and help it find it's forever family. Is it haunted? Possessed? Moves on its own accord? They can help. For more information, check out their website , follow them on Facebook or check out their Instagram p...

Jan 17, 202234 minSeason 1Ep. 179

Why? Episode 178- Mud Wrestling with Kim from Chicago Mud Queens

Sure mud wrestling is fun- but mud wrestling for a good cause? Well, sign us up. (No really, Heidi might be entering a ring near you soon.) The Chicago Mud Queens are wrestling and donating the proceeds raised from their matches to different women-centric charities in the Chicago area. For more information on the Queens (and trust us, you want more information) check out their website , follow them on Facebook or Twitter. We also go through some of the many items we're interested in at the Don R...

Jan 10, 202222 minSeason 1Ep. 178

Why? Episode 177- Pig Racing

What's more fun than watching pigs race? We'll wait for your answer. This week we talked with Bart from the All Alaskan Racing Pigs, who are some of the best in the business. We talk about how he got into the sport, how exactly you train a pig and who is Bart's favorite pig and why is it Strawberry? For more information on the All Alaskan Racing Pigs, check out their website , which features all of their upcoming appearances. You can also follow them on Facebook ....

Jan 03, 202229 minSeason 1Ep. 177

Why? Episode 176- A Very Why? Christmas Celebration

This week, there's no guests, just holiday cheer. We gather together to reminisce about the past year, play party games and share some holiday songs you haven't heard 1,000 times already this year. Happy holidays and we'll see you next week! Music in this episode: Christmas Piggy (With the Apple in the Mouth) – The Hunt Sisters Silent Night, Holy Night- Ronnie Kole Trio Ol’ Fatso- The Four Aces The Little Drummer Boy- Sy Mann Reindeer Boogie- Hank Snow (Merry Christmas) From Lisa Marie- Jana Sam...

Dec 27, 202141 minSeason 1Ep. 176

Why? Episode 175- Mike Kaplan on the "2001: A Space Odyssey" Pop Single

Believe it or not, MGM wasn't sure how to sell Stanley Kubrick's sci-fi masterpiece "2001: A Space Odyssey." One of the ideas suggested by PR executive Mike Kaplan was 'how about a pop single?' Encouraged by Kubrick, Kaplan took up his pen and wrote and produced a song. Kubrick ended up shelving the idea, and the record wasn't heard... until now. "2001: A Garden of Personal Mirrors" is available wherever you get your digital music, or you can get a limited edition vinyl copy here ....

Dec 20, 202134 minSeason 1Ep. 175

Why? Episode 174- Santa

Before he comes to your town, Santa fired up Zoom to talk with us. We talked with professional Santa Howard Graham about the joys and challenges of portraying everyone's favorite guy in red. For more information and to book Howard, you can reach out to him on Facebook and to learn more about the International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas, c heck out their website . Happy holidays!...

Dec 13, 202137 minSeason 1Ep. 174

Why? Episode 173- Author 'Swing' Ashleigh Renard

Ashleigh Renard repaired her marriage by visiting swing clubs with her husband. Obviously it wasn't that simple, and Ashleigh goes into detail in her new memoir, "Swing." We talk with Asheligh about her non-traditional approach to her marriage, telling such a truthful story and answering all of our sex club questions. For more information or to sign up for Ashleigh's newsletter, check our her website . You can also follow Ashleigh on Facebook and Instagram ....

Dec 06, 202139 minSeason 1Ep. 173

Why? Episode 172- NASCAR Pit Crew Coaches Mike Metcalf & Shaun Peet

How do you get a NASCAR pit crew to work together as one, to have a successful pit stop lead to a successful race? We talked with Mike Metcalf and Shaun Peet, two crew coaches who have turned the lessons they learned on the track into a leadership program for businesses across the country. For more information on their DECK Leadership program, you can check out their website. You can also learn more on the site dedicated to their book, 12 Second Culture....

Nov 29, 202134 minSeason 1Ep. 172

Why? Episode 171- Idaho Potato Museum

Is there anything better than a perfectly cooked and lovingly topped potato? We don't think so. This week we talked with Tish Dahmer, the executive director of the Idaho Potato Museum; an institution dedicated to all things spud-related. Who has the world's largest potato crisp? Who can tell you the history of the potato? Where can you get potato ice cream? Look no further than the museum. For more information, check out the museum's website , or follow them on Facebook ....

Nov 22, 202126 minSeason 1Ep. 171

Why? Episode 170- Women's Golf Champion Avis Brown-Riley

Avis Brown-Riley is a champion both on and off the golf course. Avis competed professionally on the LPGA circuit, winning dozens of titles as well as being the only African American woman to win both the Junior World Golf Championship and the San Diego Women’s City Amateur Championship. On top of that Avis has appeared on TV's Holey Moley, raised a new generation of golfers and successfully battled cancer. We talked with Avis about all of these achievements, how the sport has changed and the wor...

Nov 15, 202134 minSeason 1Ep. 170

Why? Episode 169- Setting Sail with Yachtley Crew

If you life is all out of love, if you're a maneater, or even if you just like pina coladas, wait until you hear this week's guests. We talk with Baba Bouy and Tommy Bouy from Yachtley Crew, a band dedicated to making sure you are never too far from a little soft rock music. They've toured the country spreading their message and are heading out on their next big tour. For more information, you can check out their website, and you can also follow them on Instagram , Facebook and Twitter . Ahoy!...

Nov 08, 202131 minSeason 1Ep. 169

Why? Episode 168- Naked, Afraid and Rescuing Animals with Samantha Cline

Samantha Cline has always loved being outdoors. So have a lot of other people. But Samantha is one of the brave few who put her skills to the test by appearing on the popular show Naked & Afraid . After taping, she returned to Virginia where by day she works rescuing wild animals and helping rehab them before returning them to the wild. For more information on Samantha, follow her on Instagram , and for more on her important work, check out the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center in Roanoke, ...

Nov 01, 202128 minSeason 1Ep. 168

Why? Episode 167- Fire Eater/Burlesque Performer Vixen DeVille

How does one get into fire eating? What about glass walking? Or burlesque? Our guest this week, Vixen DeVille has the answers because she does all three. On top of performing, Vixen also teaches others how to do these things. She is a great guide, showing how to maximize your talents in any art form and find your true voice. For more information, or to book a class, check out her website. You can also follow her on Facebook , Twitter or Instagram ....

Oct 25, 202135 minSeason 1Ep. 167

Why? Episode 166- Energy Guide & Author Pamela Aloia

Pamela Aloia is an energy guide, teacher and author. We talked with her about her new book The Current is Only But a Moment , and her work as an energy guide. For more information about Pamela, or to schedule an appointment either in person or on-line, visit her website or follow her on Facebook. (And if you want to re-visit our interview with Mini Kiss, you can listen to that here ....

Oct 18, 202133 minSeason 1Ep. 166

Why? Episode 165- Musician Warren Ellis

You probably best know Warren Ellis from his violin playing with Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, or with The Dirty 3. Well, now Warren has a great new book out about a piece of gum chewed by Nina Simone before a performance. It's the journey of this gum that is a tour through creativity, inspiration and the magic of performers and of items and how touching something so simple can really be. You can order Nina Simone's Gum by Warren Ellis wherever you get your books. For more information on his curr...

Oct 11, 202148 minSeason 1Ep. 165

Why? Episode 164- Rage Yoga with Lindsay Istace

Sure, it'd be great to take time every week to stretch and meditate and become all zen, but, honestly, wouldn't it be a lot more enjoyable to tell your instructor to kiss your ass while you flip them off? Lindsay Istace thought so, and that's why she created Rage Yoga, a new take on the traditional New Age music and phrases said in different languages so no one knows what they're saying. Lindsay talked about the creation of Rage Yoga, its spread and her new book on the subject, " Rage Yoga: Unle...

Oct 04, 202134 minSeason 1Ep. 164

Why? Episode 163- LEGO Master Eric Hunter

Eric Hunter is a legit LEGO master. Starting with his work for the LEGO company and creating many buildings for LEGO Lands around the world, Eric now freelances, creating LEGO sculptures and artwork for people and companies around the world. For more info and to see some of Eric's amazing work, check out his website, The Art of LeGogh .

Sep 27, 202134 minSeason 1Ep. 163

Why? Episode 162- Bossaball with Filip Eyckmans

Let's face it; as we come out of the quarantine, you're going to want a new and exciting sport to watch. Thank goodness Filip Eyckmans has created Bossaball. Combining soccer, volleyball, trampolining and music, it's not only fascinating to watch, it's fun too. We talked with Filip about how he created the sport and how it's taking the world by storm. And lest you think this is just a bunch of scantily clad Europeans bouncing around on the beach, think again. They're also doing something to help...

Sep 20, 202130 minSeason 1Ep. 162

Why? Episode 161- Chris Rowan from Buffalo Bill's House

Ever watched Silence of the Lambs and thought, 'I wish I could stay at Buffalo Bill's house?' Well, it's your lucky day because now you can. This week we talked with Chris Rowan, who bought the house, restored it, and now is opening it up for guests. Eat in the dining room where Bill was confronted by Clarice. Get your tuck on in Buffalo Bill's workspace. Would we stay here? We would stay here so hard. For more information, check out their website, or give them a call, 1-833-BUFFBILL...

Sep 13, 202132 minSeason 1Ep. 161

Why? Episode 160- Mystery Science Theater 3000's Emily Marsh & Conor McGriffin

This week we're off to the Satellite of Love as we talk with Conor McGriffin (better known for his work as Tom Servo) and Emily Marsh (better known as Emily Connor on the MST3K live show... but coming to TV soon!) We learned about the hard work of watching bad movies and trying to make them enjoyable. What they brought to their characters and whether it's easier to watch a new terrible movie each week, or watch the same one for months. For more information on the show and the new episodes featur...

Sep 06, 202142 minSeason 1Ep. 160

Why? Episode 159- Nellie Lillie from the National Roller Skating Museum

This week, we lace up our skates and talk with Nellie Lillie from the National Roller Skating museum. We examine the history of the sport and where it is now. We also try to wrangle an invitation to skate through the museum. For more information, check out the museum's website . You can also find them on Instagram , which is one of Heidi's favorite follows.

Aug 30, 202126 minSeason 1Ep. 159

Why? Episode 158- Actor, Stunt Coordinator and Model Raymond Vinsik Williams

All rise- this week we talked with actor, stunt coordinator and model Raymond Vinsik Williams. Raymond has been keeping pretty busy, pandemic been damned. He's going to be in a new project that we definitely can't talk about, but it's be exciting, if we could talk about it. For more information on Raymond, check him out on Instagram .

Aug 23, 202126 minSeason 1Ep. 158
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