Why? The Podcast

By: Heidi Hedquist/ Luke Poling
  • Summary

  • 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 326- Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson
    Nov 18 2024

    We're not the first people to point out that Johnathan Lee Iverson did what so many of us have considered doing, but it's really true. As the ringmaster at Ringling Brothers, Barnum and Bailey, Johnathan Lee Iverson learned his craft from some of the most talented people in the business. Now, as part of Circus Vargas Johnathan is helping the next generation see how it's done.

    For more information on Circus Vargas and to see Johnathan in person, check out their website.

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    41 mins
  • Why? Episode 325- Theme Park Entertainment
    Nov 11 2024

    When you want to talk theme park entertainment, you want to talk with Dewey Joe Beene. Starting as a teenager at Six Flags in Oklahoma City, he took to the stage, performing multiple shows a day, and now as an adult, he's consulting and producing the show, bringing a performer's eye to making something that can enchant and entertain any age.

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    32 mins
  • Why? Episode 324- The 501 Definitive Records of the '90s
    Nov 4 2024

    What records define the '90s as a decade to be remembered? Is it NSync? Nirvana? What about hip-hop?

    Thankfully, music writer and editor Gary Graff is here to muddy the water and start all sorts of disagreements with his new book, "501 Essential Albums of the '90s: The Music Fan's Definitive Guide," available November 5th from Motorbooks.

    Untethered & Wanderwise: Female Travel Over 45

    A travel podcast for women over 45 who want to explore this big beautiful world.

    Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

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    43 mins

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