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Popcorn Pals | The Odyssey w/ Mark David Christenson Jul 22, 2026

Hey Popcorn Pals!

Today we’re joined by our Pal Mark David Christenson to talk all about the highly anticipated release of Christopher Nolen’s The Odyssey!

Did you see the film? Did you love it? Hate it? Have a hot take? Let us know all of your thoughts!

See you at the movies!

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Popcorn Pals is produced by Clara Madenwald, our social media is run by Katelyn Bordini, and our artwork was made by Angela Rodgers.

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The 2AM Chicago Man Story Jul 22, 2026

Big news about the public version of this podcast feed at the start of this episode, plus I tell you all about Hub City Comedy Week and the man I “met” at 2AM. There’s also our Holi-Days like National Wine and Cheese Day and you all get a shout out from Ronda in The Tribune! And for Premium Subscribers of The Midnight Air, I have another instalment of my 1990’s Summer Windows-Down Bangers!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at mailto:themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Priceline and Pain Jul 21, 2026

After being tortured by Priceline and injured in Chicago, this episode is finally out! I tell you the whole story from the lowest points of my last week but we still have a great time! Plus there’s our Holi-Days like National Tattoo Day and as always we’ve got Ronda and The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at mailto:themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

And for Premium Subscribers of The Midnight Air, I give my midseason review of The House Of The Dragon and hit you with another 90’s Summer Windows Down Banger!

Top 10 Theme Park Rides! Jul 10, 2026

I was a part of the meat raffle at the Longbranch last night and can’t wait to tell you about it. Plus I read some emails from you and as usual we cover the Holi-Days like National Piña Colada Day! The before we’re done t’s Ronda and The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Very Special News From Germania! Jul 03, 2026

I can’t wait til you all hear the News From Germania in this week's episode. Plus we have a Midnight Mailbag episode and we hit the Holi-Days National Compliment Your Mirror Day! And then it’s Ronda and The Tribune! And for Premium Subscribers we talk about the first 2 episodes from the latest season of The House of The Dragon!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

I Went To A Stranger’s Basement! Jun 26, 2026

That episode title is extremely accurate. Tonight I’m telling the story of my jam-packed Saturday and how I ended up in a stranger’s basement and why I have come to love collecting sports cards. Spoiler alert, it's the people. Plus I talk about the great shows I had in Wisconsin and we hit the holidays like Bourdain Day! All that before closing it out with Ronda and The Tribune! And for Premium Subscribers we talk about the season 1 finale of The Sopranos and you get another installment of one of my favorite 1990s-Windows-Down-Summer-Bangers!
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

The Rochelle Vigilante Car Chase Jun 18, 2026

After a slight technical difficulty, I’m back! And I’ve got a story about Rochelle, IL! But first, I tell about manual labor at the cabin and the highlights from my family reunion. Then it’s the Midnight Mailbag the Holi-days like National Swim A Lap Day before closing it out with The Tribune! And for Premium Subscribers we talk about The Sopranos and you get the first installment of some of my favorite windows-down-summer-bangers!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

My Top 10 Donuts Revisited! Jun 04, 2026

Bad news is that I have a head cold, good news is that I’m in Chicago and mustache summer is in full swing. Tonight, I read some of your responses to my Top Donut List! Plus we hit the usual topics with the Holi-days like National Applesauce Cake Day and I end the episode with some banger Wisconsin names from Rhonda in The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution!

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

My Top 10 Donuts! May 28, 2026

Running through my favorites of the king of breakfast treats tonight! Plus I’m heading to Florida for a wedding and NEED to talk to you about this song I heard over the weekend. Hope you celebrated National Towel Day and I end the episode with Rhonda and The Tribune. Premium Subscribers, get to stick around for thoughts on my favorite episode from season 1 of of The Sopranos, "Nobody Knows Anything” and listen to the song that messed me up for days!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

My 11 Things To Do In Wisconsin! May 21, 2026

Before jumping into the definitive Wisconsin Fun List, we’ve got a fun email from a listener about their first CD, and I'll tell you about my HOA meeting and the joys of Hot Dog Day. Plus we hit the Holi-Days like Brown Bag It Thursday and end it with Rhonda and The Tribune. Bonus for Premium Subscribers, we’re talking about Episode 10 of The Sopranos, "A Hit Is A Hit.”

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

10 Delicacies That Started Out As Peasant Foods May 14, 2026

I finally saw The Devil Wears Prada just in time to see The Devil Wears Prada 2! I’ve also got some great emails from some of you in The Midnight Mailbag! And I cover the Holi-Days like, “Relive Your Past by Listening to the First Music You Ever Bought No Matter What It Was no Excuses Day” and we end with Rhonda and The Tribune. Bonus for Premium Subscribers, we’re talking about Episode 9, "Boca" of The Sopranos.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Post-Netflix Show Mailbag! May 08, 2026

Netflix Is A Joke Festival is over and my show was great! I give you the details plus tell ya how I did in Vegas, and read a bunch of your emails from The Midnight Mailbag! There’s also the Holi-Days like, National Miniature Golf Day, and we close it out with Rhonda and The Tribune. Bonus for Premium Subscribers, we’re talking about Episode 8, "The Legend of Tennessee Moltisanti" of The Sopranos.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Vegas Food Spots! May 01, 2026

I’m going to Vegas this weekend and telling you the 10 places I will mostly likely go to! I also have a great news update from Rochelle, IL and we have the Holi-Days like, National No Pants Day, and I end the episode as we always do, with Rhonda and The Tribune. Bonus for Premium Subscribers, I’ve got a Denver news report on why people are too dumb to zipper-merge and how they are trying to fix that.

Thank you to the 2nd member of this 2-man show, Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Midnight Mailbag & My HGTV Life! Apr 25, 2026

Welp, life is getting the better of me this week but at least I have a new hot water heater! I tell you all about it and run through your messages in The Midnight Mailbag. Plus we have the Holi-Days like, National Mani-Pedi Day, and I end the episode as we always do, with Rhonda and The Tribune.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 1970s Fads! Apr 15, 2026

Relive Dazed and Confused and run down the Top-10 Fads form the 1970s with me! I also wanna talk about traffic patterns and read your emails from the Midnight Mailbag. Plus we have the Holi-Days like, National Cheeseball Day, and I end the episode with Rhonda and The Tribune. Premium Subscribers can stick around for my thoughts on Episode 7 of The Sopranos!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

The Street Decency Saga! Apr 11, 2026

I have had a week! I finally get to tell you a little bit about the project I’ve been working on and why this episode wasn’t posted earlier in the week. Then, our main topic is straight from The Midnight Mailbag! Plus, I took my mom to Cheesecake Factory, and I saw Project Hail Mary twice! We also hit our holidays like, National Hug Your Dog Day, and close it all out with The Tribune. Premium Subscribers can stick around for my review of the new HBO show, Born To Bowl!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Pennsylvania Stories, Card Shows, and Pre-Paid Gas! Apr 02, 2026

I’m back in the podcast seat and telling you about my past week on the road! I’ve also got some listener emails, and we hit our holidays like, National Film Score Day, before we say goodnight with Rhonda Goldsmith and The Tribune. Premium Subscribers, stick around for my review of New Haven Pizza!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

10 Everyday Food Items The US Military Invented! Mar 17, 2026

The perfection of one of my favorite foods is thanks to US Military! I’ve also got a few listener emails, and I turn this episode into a garage sale before I cover the Holi-Days like, Lips Appreciation Day. Then we close it out with The Tribune! Premium Subscribers, stick around for my thoughts on episode 6 of The Sopranos!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Most Annoying Things About Travel! Mar 12, 2026

A listener suggested that I do my Top-10 Most Annoying Things About Travel! And boy do I have a lot to say! And I do it all on camera! But I also read your emails, ask you about movie soundtracks and we cover the Holi-Days like, Smart & Sexy Day. Plus, I read The Tribune with Rhonda’s review of my show! And for you Premium Subscribers, we’re covering episodes 4 and 5 of the Soprano!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

The Atherstone Ball Game Mar 06, 2026

I have so much to cover tonight! I heard about an insane purge-style ball game in England but I get into that after I talk about my delay in posting this week’s episode. I share that I am now a guy with “readers” but after this past weekend, I am also a guy that loves card shows and doesn’t care about the cards. I have an update about my pursuit to get a picture with Rhonda and I slide a rant in while covering the Holi-Days like, Day Of The Dude. And as always, I read The Tribune! For Premium Subscribers, I give my reviews of Crime 101 and “Wuthering Heights” and we continue our Sopranos watch-along-podcast with Episode 3, “Denial, Anger, Acceptance"!
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

How “Plane Cow” Came To Be! Feb 26, 2026

Thanks to a listener I have the great story of Cow Milked On A Plane Day! I also talk about USA winning gold, and read your emails! Plus we have the Holi-Days like, National Clam Chowder Day and as always, I read The Tribune! For Premium Subscribers, we continue our Sopranos watch-along-podcast with Episode 2, “46 Long”!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Midnight Mailbag Episode! Feb 17, 2026

After I talk about the Canadian Curling cheating scandal and husbands that really piss me off, the bulk of this episode is all thanks to listeners! I read some grandma stories, cover your merch suggestions, and more! We also cover the Holi-Days like, National Comfy Day before I close out the show with a surprise message from Ronda in The Tribune! For Premium Subscribers, the show doesn’t end in Germania because I’ve started the mini episodes of a Sopranos watch-along-podcast and tonight I’m talking about the Pilot!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Countries with the Best Food! Feb 11, 2026

The Olympics had me thinking about what countries have the best food so I found a list online and breaking it down for you! And yes, I disagree with the internet. I also talk about the Super Bowl Halftime Show, tv shows like The Chair Company and Beast Games, and I cover the Holi-Days like, National Flannel Day! And as always, I close out the show with Ronda and The Tribune.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

7 Interesting Facts About Black History Month! Feb 03, 2026

Welp, I'm still fighting this cold but very glad to be back in LA for 48 hours! Tonight, I talk about shooting the Bear, the only time I HATE Chicago, and the Holi-Days like, Work Naked Day! Then I cover 7 Facts About Black History Month that you may not know! And as always, I close out the show with Ronda and The Tribune.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Sick Day Top 10! Jan 27, 2026

I’m finally back home in LA but for one night! Gonna tell you about my car getting broken into and how I’m a bit under the weather before I read your emails, and cover the Holi-Days like Yodel for Your Neighbors Day! Then I give you my Sick Day Top 10 and as always, I close out the show with Ronda and The Tribune! And for Premium Subscribers, I’ve got last week’s News From Germania that I didn’t get to read!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

15 Words Derived From Mythological Creatures! Jan 13, 2026

Plus, I’m in Punta Cana and spending the night talking to you! Tonight we talk about my trip, watching the Bears Game in a hotel lobby, read your emails, and cover the Holi-Days like National Take the Stairs Day! And as always, I close out the show with Ronda and The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

It’s A Midnight Mailbag Episode! Jan 06, 2026

It’s A Midnight Mailbag Episode! I’m starting out 2026 by reading your messages to the show! I also extol the good word of Facebook Marketplace, talk about my outlook for the new year, and cover the Holi-Days like, National Man Watcher's Day! And as always, I close out the show with Ronda and The Tribune!

Premium Subscribers, don’t forget to stick around after the closing theme for another addition to the Midnight Air Playlist.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Part 2 of Favorite 5 from 2025 w/ Lissa Rubin! Dec 31, 2025

We close out our lists of the 5 favorite things we watched from Movies and TV in 2025! But before we do that, I tell you some Rochelle news, and cover the Holi-Days like, National Buffet Day! Then we close it out with Ronda and The Tribune! As a bonus for Premium Subscribers, we have one extra honorable mention and talk about the Netflix drama, Adolescence.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Favorite 5 from 2025 w/ Lissa Rubin! Dec 23, 2025

It’s the end of the yesar as we know it and Lissa Rubin is joining me to rundown our 5 favorite things we watched from Movies and TV in 2025. And before that, I talk about why I’m recording this show in Atlanta, the Chicago Bears game, and we cover the Holi-Days like, National Eggnog Day! Then we close it out with The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Dick Van Dyke is 100! Dec 16, 2025

In honor of this legend, I’m telling you 10 Facts About Dick Van Dyke that you may not know. Plus I talk about the loss of Rob Reiner, read your messages, and cover the Holi-Days like, National Emo Day!

And for Premium Subscribers, I dig into the Winter Solstice and why we should celebrate it!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

My Top 10 Winter Movies! Dec 10, 2025

Plus I talk about going to see Stand By Me Live! And the viewing party I joined for the Bears vs. Packers game and so much more! All that in addition to The Tribune from Rhonda and the Holi-Days like Magnum P.I. Day!

Premium Subscribers can stick around after the theme for my 11-20 Rankings of Winter Movies and a great Christmas song to close things out!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

A Strange European Christmas Ritual! Dec 02, 2025

I also fill you in on my Thanksgiving in Rochelle, my love of Death By Lightning, and I’ve got some BIG thoughts on some recent customer service experiences. Plus we cover The Tribune from Rhonda and hit the week’s Holi-Days like Bathtub Party Day!
Premium Subscribers can stick around after the theme for my song of the week and also don’t forget to check the Patreon page if you wanna see how perfect scalloped corn is made.
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Movies with Bagpipes! Nov 25, 2025

And I tell you about my weekend in Indiana, Kinanesgiving, before reading your emails, and we cover The Tribune with Rhonda! Plus I have a huge soda water issue at the airport and we hit the Holi-Days like Spitesgiving!
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

How Pumpkin Pie Became The Thanksgiving Dessert King! Nov 18, 2025

Plus so much to tell you about my weekend in St. Louis, my review of The Running Man, your emails, The Tribune with Rhonda, and the Holi-Days like National Blow Bagpipes Day!
As a bonus for Premium Subscribers, I’ve got the story about an unlikely place in St. Louis where I heard this week’s post-show song!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Card Games! Nov 11, 2025

And I tell you all how I got a new basketball, Plus we have emails from listeners, The Tribune with Rhonda, and the Holi-Days like, Start A Rumor Day!

As a bonus for Premium Subscribers, I give my thoughts on two new TV shows, I Love LA and Pluribus.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Bizarre Origins of Everyday Phrases! Nov 04, 2025

Plus I reveal why American Airlines really made me sad, highlight my Halloween in Rochelle, emails from listeners, The Tribune with Rhonda, and the Holi-Days like, Love Your Red Hair Day!

As a bonus for Premium Subscribers there’s some jazz for your listening enjoyment.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

5 Reasons We Like To Be Scared! Oct 28, 2025

As well as The Day of The Dead for Pets, stories from my weekend in Wilmington, a flight from hell, and updates from the Rochelle City Council Meeting I just spoke at! Plus listener emails, The Tribune from Rhonda, and the Holi- Days like, National Cat Day!

As a bonus for Premium Subscribers there’s some John Prine for your listening enjoyment.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Pen Pals Podcast - Jason Sklar | RE: Halloween Costumes Oct 22, 2025

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

We got a brand new episode for you today with a new guest host and pal, Jason Sklar! In today’s Clifton asks us about our favorite portmanteau halloween costume ideas. We also go off topic and talk about brioche, Jason’s running joke with his kids, single parenting, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,
Your Pen Pals,
Daniel Van Kirk and Jason Sklar

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Send us your letters!

Email: thepenpalspod@gmail.com

Snail Mail: C/O The Pen Pals Podcast, 12711 Ventura Blvd, Suite 250, Studio City, CA, 91604

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Pen Pals is produced by Clara Madenwald. Our artwork was created by Geoffrey Tice and Kaela Weeks, and our theme music is by Patrick Keenan of The Winter Sounds.

You can follow Pen Pals on Instagram and Tiktok @thepenpalspod - you can see all of that content thanks to Katelyn Bordini, who runs our social media.

This show wouldn’t be possible without the support we get from you, our Patreon subscribers - thank you! And remember to tell everyone about your two favorite cackling idiots. #growtheshow

The Top Pop Culture 2025 Halloween Costumes! Oct 21, 2025

This Oct 31st it’s all about Demon Hunting, wearing a robe, and I guess Pitbull? Plus your emails, my review of Good Fortune, virtual tennis, and the Holi- Days like, Back to the Future Day. All before we read The Tribune!

Bonus for Premium Subscribers! I share my thoughts on Alien: Earth and dive deep into my feelings about HBO’s Task!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Halloween Around The World! Oct 15, 2025

From New England to Mexico and even Japan, a listener email covers this episode’s main topic! Plus, I tell you all about Cubs games in Chicago and my weekend tossing kegs in Wisconsin! And as always there's the Holi- Days like, Love Your Body Day and we read The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Fall Activities Oct 08, 2025

The colors might change but my love for Autumn never will! Plus, I've got great listener emails from you, show news, and the Holi-Days like Hug-A-Kevin Day!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at: themidnightmailbag@gmail.com

Old People Are Better Than We Think Oct 01, 2025

Old People are better than we think, and I went to Vegas. And I tell you the truth about the Unicorn Girl Podcast. Plus your emails and the Holi- Days like, The Beginning of Pudding Season!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Pen Pals Podcast - Dave Holmes | RE: Best Party Ever Sep 24, 2025

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

We’re back again with guest host and Pal Dave Holmes! In today’s letter, Jessica tells us about the best party she’s ever been to. We also talk about Applebees’ Nightclub “The Bees”, the hotel cuck chair, bad fashion choices, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals,
Daniel Van Kirk and Dave Holmes

P.S. – Don’t forget to respond to Daniel’s letter about Old People Being Mean & Chips and Salsa! Head to the Paitch to read the whole letter!

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Send us your letters!

Email: thepenpalspod@gmail.com

Snail Mail: C/O The Pen Pals Podcast, 12711 Ventura Blvd, Suite 250, Studio City, CA, 91604

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Pen Pals is produced by Clara Madenwald. Our artwork was created by Geoffrey Tice and Kaela Weeks, and our theme music is by Patrick Keenan of The Winter Sounds.

You can follow Pen Pals on Instagram and Tiktok @thepenpalspod - you can see all of that content thanks to Katelyn Bordini, who runs our social media.

This show wouldn’t be possible without the support we get from you, our Patreon subscribers - thank you! And remember to tell everyone about your two favorite cackling idiots. #growtheshow

Unknown Number: The High School Catfish Sep 23, 2025

The Unknown Number documentary is horrible and I’ve got the most Rochelle story from Denver! Plus so many of your emails and the Holi- Days like, “German Butterbrot Day!”

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Chicken Dishes Sep 16, 2025

Top 10 Chicken Dishes that you will not agree with! My apologies for recommending the Unknown Number doc, thoughts on the Emmys, Unicorn Girl Podcast, your emails, Holi- Days like, “Make a Hat Day” and we close things out with The Tribune!

Bonus for Premium Subscribers: I’m giving you my thoughts on the HBO crime drama, Task, and sharing a song that I’m currently loving.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Stories from Eureka Sep 09, 2025

Gonna tell you all about my weekend, plus read listener emails, cover the Holi- Days like “Make Your Bed Day” and it turns out that I really wanna hear about your tattoo! All that before we close things out with The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Fruits Sep 03, 2025

My Top 10 Fruits! Plus thoughts on Alien: Earth, listener emails, fighting a cold, Regal’s Month of Movie Masterpieces and a ton more! Plus The Tribune! A bonus for Premium Subscribers, I talk about seeing Jaws in IMAX and my review of Weapons!
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

How To Win At Lotto Scratchers Aug 27, 2025

There’s some fishy stuff going on in the scratchers world. Plus your emails! I also cover the Holi-days like Banana Lover's Day, and as always, we read The Tribune.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Pen Pals Podcast - Kyle Ayers | RE: Obsessive Tendencies Aug 26, 2025

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

We’re back with guest host and Pal Kyle Ayers! In today’s letter Laura asks if we had any obsessive tendencies as a kid that we still carry today. We also talk about the 4th of July boat parade in Lake Tapawingo, tattoos, co-opting rich kid’s hobbies, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,
Your Pen Pals, Daniel Van Kirk and Kyle Ayers

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Send us your letters!

Email: thepenpalspod@gmail.com

Snail Mail: C/O The Pen Pals Podcast, 12711 Ventura Blvd, Suite 250, Studio City, CA, 91604

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Pen Pals is produced by Clara Madenwald. Our artwork was created by Geoffrey Tice and Kaela Weeks, and our theme music is by Patrick Keenan of The Winter Sounds.

You can follow Pen Pals on Instagram and Tiktok @thepenpalspod - you can see all of that content thanks to Katelyn Bordini, who runs our social media.

This show wouldn’t be possible without the support we get from you, our Patreon subscribers - thank you! And remember to tell everyone about your two favorite cackling idiots. #growtheshow

Top 11 Things You Should Have In Your Car Aug 19, 2025

TOP 11 NOT 10 Non-Safety Things You Should Have In Your Car! I also cover the Holi-days like Helium Discovery Day and read The Tribune, plus a ton more!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Mailbag Episode! Aug 12, 2025

White Wine, Romance Novels, and Late Night Candle Hangs…It’s a Mailbag Episode! I’m up at my cabin in Wisconsin talking about life and reading your emails! I also cover the Holi-days like National Men's Grooming Day and read The Tribune, plus a ton more!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Why Do We Sleep? Aug 05, 2025

But WHY do we sleep?!?! Plus listener emails, National Jump In A Lake Day, The Tribune, and so much more! And for premium subscribers, Midnight Movie Club where we discuss The Way Way Back and The Perfect Storm!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Board Games Jul 29, 2025

My Top 10 Board Games! Plus your “Coming Of Age” emails, tales from The Amish, and Holi-Days like Homemade Pie Day! And we close things out with The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Coming Of Age Movies Jul 22, 2025

In honor of Stand By Me Day, here are my Top 10 Coming Of Age Movies! Plus your emails, stories from my week in Chicago, and the Holi-Days like Legal Drinking Age Day! And we close things out with The Tribune! Premium Subscribers can stick around after the show for a list of Coming of Age movies that I have not seen and extra stories about Hub City Comedy Week In Chicago!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

The Legend of The North Pond Hermit Jul 15, 2025

The Legend of The North Pond Hermit! Plus tales from my weekend in Wisconsin, your emails, and this week’s Holi-Days like International Nude Day! And we close things out as we always do, with The Tribune! Premium Subscribers can stick around after the show for a Midnight Movie Club where I discuss F1 and Superman!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Gas Stations/Convience Stores Jul 09, 2025

USA Today’s Top-10 Gas Stations sent in my one of you! Plus a Quinten Tarantino conversation with Producer Aaron, your emails, and this week’s Holi-Days like National No Bra Day! And we close things out as we always do, with The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

10 Bizarre Summer Solstice Rituals Jul 01, 2025

10 Bizarre Summer Solstice Rituals Still Practiced Today! Plus stories from my trip to Barcelona, the Karen Read Verdict, listener emails, and this week’s Holi-Days like Compliment Your Mirror Day! And we close things out as we always do, with The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Pen Pals Podcast - Ryan Sickler | RE: Bumper Stickers Jun 25, 2025

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Please welcome our Pal and newest guest host, Ryan Sickler! In today’s letter Jacqueline asks about our thoughts on displaying yard signs and bumper stickers. We also talk about Ryan witnessing crime from his old balcony, Daniel’s brilliant brake light invention, finding porn as a kid, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,
Your Pen Pals, Daniel Van Kirk and Ryan Sickler

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Send us your letters!

Email: thepenpalspod@gmail.com

Snail Mail: C/O The Pen Pals Podcast, 12711 Ventura Blvd, Suite 250, Studio City, CA, 91604

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Pen Pals is produced by Clara Madenwald. Our artwork was created by Geoffrey Tice and Kaela Weeks, and our theme music is by Patrick Keenan of The Winter Sounds.

You can follow Pen Pals on Instagram and Tiktok @thepenpalspod - you can see all of that content thanks to Katelyn Bordini, who runs our social media.

This show wouldn’t be possible without the support we get from you, our Patreon subscribers - thank you! And remember to tell everyone about your two favorite cackling idiots. #growtheshow

Top 10 Summer Concession Items Jun 17, 2025

Here is my Top 10 Summer Concession Items! I’ve also got emails from you, food tips from my family reunion, and this week’s Holi-Days like Take Your Cat to Work Day! And we close things out as we always do, with The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Hidden Loot In Kansas Jun 10, 2025

Tonight, the story of a notorious bank robber and hidden loot in Kansas! Plus emails from you, and this week’s Holi-Days like National Dirty Book Day! And we close things out as we always do, with The Tribune! Bonus for Premium Subscribers, I have a Summer Movie Report about the John Candy classic, “The Great Outdoors!”

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Breads Jun 03, 2025

I’ve ranked my Top 10 breads! And 1 that I really dislike! Plus your emails, highlights from my time on the road, and we cover this week’s Holi-Days like Pride Month, and Yelling at Cobras! Then we close things out as we always do, with The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

The Last Of Us, Coq Au Vin, and Top 10 Summer Foods May 28, 2025

It's unofficially Summer! Tonight I’m ranking my Top 10 Summer Foods! I have to talk about the season finale of The Last of Us, and I read your emails, plus cover this week’s Holi-Days like National Coq Au Vin Day! Then we close things out as we always do, with The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Tom Cruise Movies May 20, 2025

Tonight I’m ranking my Top 10 Tom Cruise Movies! Plus I have to talk about the insanity of the Karen Read trial and we have daily celebrations for things like National Dog Rescue Day! Also, I read your emails and as always we close things out with The Tribune! BONUS: for Premium Subscribers we have a story about an insane bet that should have topped last week’s list!
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

10 Most Outrageous Bets Ever Made May 14, 2025

I’m in Vegas and we’re running down the 10 Most Outrageous Bets Ever Made! Plus we have celebrations for things like National Nylons Day, your emails, and more! As a bonus for Premium Subscribers on Patreon we have a Midnight Movie Club with a deep dive on a classic summer movie!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

DC Flight and The Great American Grump Out May 06, 2025

I had an insane flight from DC! Going to tell you all about it plus we’ve got listener emails and The Tribune, along with our Holi-Days of the week, like The Great American Grump Out! Plus so much more! And for Premium Subscribers on Patreon we have a Midnight Movie Club! We talk about The Accountant 2, Sinners, and Thunderbolts!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Mexican Restaurant Must Haves Apr 29, 2025

My Top 10 Mexican Restaurant Must Haves! We’ve also got a couple listener emails about Summer and Karaoke! Plus so much more! All before we close it out with The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Summer Activities Apr 22, 2025

My personal Top 10 Summer Activities! We’ve also got a listener email and it’s National Karaoke Week plus so much more! All before we close it out with The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

10 Bizarre Trends From The 90s! Apr 15, 2025

10 Bizarre Trends From The 90s! Plus I met Rhonda Goldsmith while up in Wisconsin! And it’s National Pizza Cake Day among other random celebrations. All before we close it out with The Tribune! And for our premium supporters, head to the Patreon to hear bonus content where I breakdown my thoughts on the White Lotus season finale.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

LAX Drama and 10 Formerly Secret Tunnels That Are Now Open Apr 08, 2025

10 Formerly Secret Tunnels That Are Now Open to the Public! Plus my drama at LAX, and it’s National Beer Day among other random celebrations, All before we close it out with The Tribune!
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

10 Bizarre Origin Stories of Brand Names Apr 01, 2025

10 Bizarre Origin Stories of Brand Names! Plus National Burrito Day and other random celebrations, listener emails, new tour dates, and more! All before we close it out with The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Back In L.A., Talking TV, Travel Highlights, & The Tribune Mar 26, 2025

Back in LA and talking TV! White Lotus, Adolescence, and The Karen Reid Documentary, let’s get into it! Plus highlights from my shows on the east coast and seeing some listeners! And as always, I read The Tribune! Bonus after the show for Midnight Air supporters, I talk about the movies Mickey 17 and Black Bag!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Emails, St. Patrick’s Day, Sloppy Joes, And A Thai Mystery Mar 19, 2025

We’re a day late and I’m in New York City! Travel delays made me push this a day but we’re back for a nighttime hang! I’ve got emails from listeners, we’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and Sloppy Joes, plus I tell you the story of The Thailand mystery about the disappearance of Jim Thompson in 1967. And as always, I read The Tribune! Bonus after the show for Midnight Air supporters, I talk about the movies The Brutalist and Flow!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Triathlon, Pi Day, and the Top 10 Iconic Movie & TV Restaurants Mar 11, 2025

Tonight! I barely did a Triathlon and I’m glad we all lost an hour of sleep. Plus it’s Pi Day later this week and I’m running down the list of the Top 10 Iconic Movie and TV Restaurants That Are Real! And as always, I read The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

TV Talk Mar 04, 2025

Tonight I’m talking TV! White Lotus, Paradise, Severance, Beast Games and more! I also detail my spring cleaning and a quick trip to Vegas.! And as always, I read The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Stories of Celebrity Items That Were Lost and Returned! Feb 25, 2025

Tonight it’s the Top 10 Stories of Celebrity Items That Were Lost and Returned. Plus there a ton to discuss in the Daily Holidays! And as always, I read The Tribune! As a bonus for supporters of the show, it’s The Midnight Movie Club and my thoughts on the new Captain America, A Real Pain, and Ne Zah 2!
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.
Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Forgotten American Pastimes And Hobbies Feb 18, 2025

Recap of my weekend in Chicago! Plus the Top 10 Forgotten American Pastimes and Hobbies. And as always, I read The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

SuperBowl Review and the Top 10 Romantic Comedies Of All Time! Feb 11, 2025

Here’s my full SuperBowl review! Plus there are some wild celebrations this week and then I read the Top 10 Romantic Comedies of all time! And as always, I read The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Pen Pals Podcast - RE: Blankies Feb 03, 2025

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In today’s episode, our friend Allison Dore confessed to us that she still sleeps with a blankie and asks if adults should give up their security blankets? We also talk about Spring Break, skiing, Michael Jordan, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

PS - Send us your letters! thepenpalspod@gmail.com, or 5419 Hollywood Blvd, Ste C #121, Los Angeles, CA 90027

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Episode released 01.29.25

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Pen Pals is produced by Clara Madenwald and our recording engineer is Aaron Brungardt. Our artwork was created by Geoffrey Tice and Kaela Weeks, and our theme music is by Patrick Keenan of The Winter Sounds.

You can follow Pen Pals on Instagram and Tiktok @thepenpalspod - you can see all of that content thanks to Katelyn Bordini, who runs our social media.

This show wouldn’t be possible without the support we get from you, our Patreon subscribers - thank you! And remember to tell everyone about your two favorite cackling idiots. #growtheshow

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Top 10 Jobs You Can’t Get Today Jan 30, 2025

Tonight I run down the Top 10 Jobs You Can’t Get Today! I’ve also got listener emails about gas stations plus what we’re celebrating this week! And as always, I read The Tribune! As a bonus to Patreon Members, I talk about the movie Anora in our Midnight Movie Club!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

1917 Deep Dive Jan 21, 2025

Tonight I’m doing a deep dive on the movie 1917! I’ve also got listener emails, and it’s National Pie Day in the days we’re celebrating this week. And as always, I read The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Most Popular Gas Station Items Jan 14, 2025

Tonight I’m running down the Top 10 Most Popular Gas Station Items! Plus the days we’re celebrating this week and I give an update on how things have been in LA. And as always, I read The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Strangest New Years Traditions From Around The World Jan 07, 2025

We’re back! Tonight I’m running down the Top 10 strangest NYE traditions from around the word! Plus I talk about being sick for the holidays, seeing new movies and as always, I read The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Pen Pals Podcast - RE: Movies & Acting Dec 31, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Today's episode is all about movies! We discuss our experiences acting professionally as a comedian, what makes a movie a “Christmas Movie” (*cough cough* Die Hard), Stanley Kubrick, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

PS - Send us your letters! thepenpalspod@gmail.com, or 5419 Hollywood Blvd, Ste C #121, Los Angeles, CA 90027

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Pen Pals is produced by Clara Madenwald and our recording engineer is Aaron Brungardt. Our artwork was created by Geoffrey Tice and Kaela Weeks, and our theme music is by Patrick Keenan of The Winter Sounds.

You can follow Pen Pals on Instagram and Tiktok @thepenpalspod - you can see all of that content thanks to Katelyn Bordini, who runs our social media.

This show wouldn’t be possible without the support we get from you, our Patreon subscribers - thank you! And remember to tell everyone about your two favorite cackling idiots. #growtheshow

Top 10 Strangest Christmas Traditions Dec 24, 2024

Top 10 Strangest Christmas Traditions from around from around the world! Also, I started watching Slow Horses, and I have my definitive Xmas Movie List. And as always, I read The Tribune! Plus for the Midnight Patreon Members I tell the story of how It’s A Wonderful Life became the Christmas Classic that it is today.
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

1985 Mexico Christmas Heist Dec 17, 2024

Tonight I’m telling you the tale of the 1985 Mexico City Christmas Heist. And it’s Stupid Toy Day! Yes that’s real. Plus, The Agency is my new favorite TV show. And as always, I read The Tribune!
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Happy Pastry Day! It’s my Top-10 Christmas-ish Movies! And as always, I read The Tribune! Dec 10, 2024

Happy Pastry Day! It’s my Top-10 Christmas-ish Movies! And as always, I read The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Christmas Movies! Listener emails! The Tribune! Dec 03, 2024

My personal Top 10 Christmas Movies! Listener emails! National Bathtub Party Day and Hooters wings for a year! And as always, I read The Tribune! Plus I’m looking for an intern!
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Listener Emails, Calendar, Melissa Stevens, America's Most Historic Foods Nov 26, 2024

We’re so back! Part 2 of America’s most historic foods! And I’m joined by my friend Melissa Stephens! Plus I read your emails and ask for your help with a new idea and my upcoming tour! We come what we’re celebrating this week, like Spitegiving and as always I read The Tribune!
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Listener Emails, Calendar, Andrew Youngblood, America's Most Historic Foods Nov 12, 2024

Recorded in Houston with guest engineer Brandon! I run down listener emails, cover the daily observances like National Happy Hour Day, and then Andrew Youngblood joins me for part 1 the stories behind America’s most historic foods!
Special shout out and gratitude to Brandon Clements for making this possible and Andrew Youngblood for setting up.
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Pen Pals Podcast - RE: Blessings in Disguise Nov 07, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Allison shared how her breast cancer diagnosis ended up being the best thing ask us if we’ve ever gone though something negative that ended up being a positive. We also talk biting toenails, Christmas cards, and more

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

Deep Dive on An American Werewolf In London, Listener Emails, A Mini Must List, National Cat Day and more, plus The Tribune! Oct 29, 2024

Deep Dive on An American Werewolf In London, Listener Emails, A Mini Must List, National Cat Day and more, plus The Tribune!
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Halloween Costumes, My Must List, Emails, and The Tribune! Oct 22, 2024

Top 10 Halloween Costumes, My Must List, Emails, and The Tribune!
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

My Wisconsin Weekend, Listener Halloween Movie Recs, Top-10 Halloween Candies, and The Tribune! Oct 15, 2024

My Wisconsin Weekend, Listener Halloween Movie Recs, Top-10 Halloween Candies, and The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Top 10 Halloween Movies, New Orleans Stories, Emails, and The Tribune! Oct 08, 2024

Top 10 Halloween Movies, New Orleans Stories, Emails, and The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production expertise, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution. Email the show at themidnightmailbag@gmail.com!

Emails, Backpage, & Top Ten! Oct 01, 2024

Emails from listeners, including a back page. Plus the usual business and we run down the top ten human abilities that science can’t explain!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Show News, The Tribune, and The Night of The Hunter! Sep 24, 2024

Got some great news and announcements about the Midnight Air! Then the weekly holidays and The Marquette County Tribune before Lissa Rubin joins me to talk about the movie, The Night of The Hunter!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

The Backpage Sep 21, 2024

1. “Should I be insecure about sex toys my boyfriend bought before we got together?” 2. “How do I tell my wife that I want her to shave her body hair?” These are the questions in tonight’s Backpage themed episode!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Deep Dive: Dan Saunders and The Free Money Sep 20, 2024

Tonight I’m talking about the story of an Australian man who discovered that he could get an endless amount of money from his bank and how it changed his life for the better and for the worse.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Pilot Season! Sep 19, 2024

Lissa Rubin is joins me to discus the Pilot Episode of The Handmaid’s Tale!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Tuesday Top 10 Sep 18, 2024

Let’s run down the Top 10 Fascinating Origin Stories of Iconic American Foods!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution

Weekly Calendar & The Tribune Sep 17, 2024

Go Karts, Free Queso, and Ceiling Fans! There’s a lot to celebrate this week plus a fun fact about Kit Kats! And as always we report the news in Marquette County from The Tribune.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

The Backpage Sep 14, 2024

1. “What if he only likes me now because I got plastic surgery?” 2. “What’s the proper form for men peeing at urnials?” These are the questions in tonight’s Backpage themed episode!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Deep Dive: The TV Dinner Sep 13, 2024

In the 1950s and 60s the TV Dinner became a staple of American society and family life. I wanted to find out how they came to be and what Thanksgiving had to do with it!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Pen Pals! Sep 12, 2024

It’s a new Pen Pals episode! We’re still keeping the mailbox open and hope you join us for new weekly episodes on the Paitch! But for all the Pennies and Pallers that haven’t or can’t make the switch we want to still reach out from time to time and talk about 69ing.

We wish you well! Sincerely, Rory and Daniel!

Thank you to Clara Madenwald and Lissa Rubin for producing this episode. Aaron Brungardt for production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, The Winter Sounds for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Tuesday Top 10 Sep 11, 2024

What are the Top 10 New Food Items at NFL stadiums? There’s actually more than 10! And I’m sorry if you listen while hungry!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Weekly Calendar & The Tribune Sep 10, 2024

Let’s celebrate Biscuits and Gravy, Wonderful Weirdoes, and have a TV Diner as we run down this week’s holidays! And as always we report the news in Marquette County from The Tribune.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

The Backpage Sep 07, 2024

1. “How can I stop being angry after getting my heart broken?" 2. “Can I actually use the hall pass my wife gave me?” These are the questions in tonight’s Backpage themed episode!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Deep Dive: The American Diner Sep 06, 2024

I love a diner! Tonight I’m talking about what makes a great diner, classic diner movies scenes, and discussing an article about the history of American Diners.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Must List! Sep 05, 2024

Lissa Rubin is back for another TV and Movie Must List! We cover Presumed Innocent, The Untold Docuseries, Alien Romulus, and the new Adam Sandler special! Plus we try to talk about the wildest film of the year, Trap!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Tuesday Top 10 Sep 04, 2024

What are the Top 10 Las Vegas Casinos? I’ve been to nearly every place on the list plus stayed at a few of them.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Weekly Calendar & The Tribune Sep 03, 2024

YES! It’s National Enthusiasm Week! And it’s Waffle Week! And Cheese Pizza Say, Sexual Health Day, and Wear Teal Day! Do all three! And as always we report the news in Marquette County from The Tribune.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

The Backpage Aug 31, 2024

1. “My girlfriend cheated on me in VR and wants to blackmail the person. What should I do?” 2. “My wife said my compliments don’t mean anything to her. So I’ve stopped giving them. Am I an a**hole?” These are the questions in tonight’s Backpage themed episode!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

A Late Night Mystery Aug 30, 2024

There’s a huge rock in Massachusetts that has a language or code written on it that no one has been able to decipher for the last 300+ years. And I want it to be aliens.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Top 10 (part 2) Aug 29, 2024

I’m back to read 5-1 on ESPN’s Top 100 Athletes of the 21st Century. And I highlight athletes that are way too far down on the list!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Tuesday Top 10 (part 1) Aug 28, 2024

ESPN compiled the Top 100 Athletes of the 21st Century and tonight I’m running down 10-6. Tomorrow night I’ll be back with 5-1 and highlight athletes that are way too far down on the list!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Weekly Calendar & The Tribune Aug 27, 2024

Let’s celebrate Dog Day, Beach Day and most importantly, Tug of War Day! And as always we report the news in Marquette County from The Tribune.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

The Backpage Aug 24, 2024

1. My mom slept with my boyfriend at our family reunion. What do I do now? 2.I’m dating my best friend and it is the worst relationship. How do I end it? These are the questions from tonight’s Backpage themed episode!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

A Late Night Mystery Aug 23, 2024

The man who created Vegas and notorious mobster, Bugsy Siegel, was killed in 1947. His murder is still unsolved. Tonight we try to unravel who killed him and what you should never stay at Circus Circus Hotel and Casino.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Pilot Season Aug 22, 2024

Let’s go back to the island! Lissa Rubin joins me to talk about the pilot episode(s) of Lost!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Tuesday Top 10 Aug 21, 2024

Family Guy, The Avengers, Star Wars, and Crispin Glover! Tonight we’re running down the Top Ten Times Actors Refused To Say Their Lines!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Weekly Calendar & The Tribune Aug 20, 2024

This week let’s celebrate Potato Day, Daffodil Day and most importantly Take Your Cat To The Vet Day! Plus more! And as always we check in on the news in Marquette County from The Tribune.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

The Backpage Aug 17, 2024

I’m balding, will alone alone? 2. I love my partner but I don’t love the sex. 3. Am I the a**hole for dating while being legally separated? These are the questions from tonight’s Backpage themed episode!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

A Late Night Mystery Aug 16, 2024

Ever hear about the The Savanna Pirate House? What is now a restaurant and dinner theater was once a den of pirate debauchery with underground tunnels and also there’s a ghost kid. It’s not as scary as it sounds and I definitely want to go to the dinner theatre.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Classic Black and White Aug 15, 2024

Have you seen the 1960 classic movie, The Apartment? Lissa Rubin joins me to talk about this all time great film!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Tuesday Top 10 Aug 14, 2024

Tonight we’re running down the Top Ten orgin stories about your favorite foods. And then we do a deep dive on the history of The Cheesecake Factory!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Weekly Calendar & The Tribune Aug 13, 2024

Let’s celebrate International Lefthanders Day, the Little League World Series, and True Love Forever day on the weekly calendar! Plus a “did you know” about a popular candy bar. And as always we check in on the news in Marquette County from The Tribune.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

The Backpage Aug 10, 2024

1.How do I get to have more sex with my boyfriend without sounding like a hot dog?
2. I’m 21 and my girlfriend is pressuring me to propose to her. Should I do it even though I don’t feel like it’s the right time? These are the questions from tonight’s Backpage themed episode!
Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

A Late Night Mystery Aug 09, 2024

Ever hear about the Flannan Island Lighthouse Mystery? 3 lighthouse keepers vanished one day and there about 5 different theories on what happened to them. Major takeaway here; visit a lighthouse, don’t work at one.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

The Must List! Aug 08, 2024

Lissa Rubin is back to talk about all the things we’ve been watching on TV. Plus we break down our thoughts on Twisters as well as Deadpool & Wolverine!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Tuesday Top 10 Aug 07, 2024

Tonight we’re running down my personal list of the Top 10 Heist Movies of all time!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Weekly Calendar & The Tribune Aug 06, 2024

It’s my birthday today! It’s Rory’s birthday tomorrow! It’s Jump In A Lake Day! It's Root Beer Float Day tomorrow! And it’s a bunch of other Holidays too! And as always we check in on the news in Marquette County from The Tribune.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

The Backpage Aug 03, 2024

What’s the best equipment for making a sex tape? Why can’t a guy keep it up? Is it okay for a married woman to sexually fantasize about her late first husband? These are the questions from tonight’s Backpage themed episode!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

A Late Night Mystery Aug 02, 2024

Ever hear about the mystery of Spring Heeled Jack? I hadn’t! Turns out he could jump buildings and breathe flames and no one ever caught him! Tonight we’re learning all about this bear dressed menace and the people he scared.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Pen Pals Podcast - RE: RE: Diner Regular & Childhood Ambitions Aug 01, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Jen writes us back with updates to her letter about being a "Diner Regular." In letter two, Diana asks us, did our younger selves ever pick out a future career? We also talk about Inside Out 2, Lissa’s hatred of Italian food…again, “Honey, I Shrunk The Kids,” and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,
Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

P.S. - Miss your pals? We miss you too! Come hang in our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/penpals

Tuesday Top 10 Jul 31, 2024

Tonight we’re running down a list of the Top 10 Slang Words of 2024! And in the second half of the show were doing a deep dive on the blockbuster movie Total Recall

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Weekly Calendar & The Tribune Jul 30, 2024

Chicken wings, Homemade Pie, and Colorado Day! Tonight we’re highlighting some notable dates on the Calendar. We wash our hands with tequila and as always, we close out Monday by reading The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

The Backpage Jul 27, 2024

You’re listening to The Midnight Air and tonight we’re reading The Backpage to talk about sex and relationships submitted by listeners. In tonight’s episode a women has a bit of breast insecurity, a guy gets catfished by his distrusting girlfriend, and we talk about flirting at the gym.

Thank you to Lissa Rubin for co-hosting, Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

A Late Night Mystery Jul 26, 2024

You’re listening to The Midnight Air and tonight we’re talking about the mystery of a mobster’s millions of dollars that are supposedly hidden somewhere in New York and learn about how people have been trying to find his treasure for decades.

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

The Must List! Jul 25, 2024

You’re listening to The Midnight Air! And we’re doing another Must List with Lissa Rubin to talk about all the things they’re watching on TV and the recent movies we’ve seen. Find out what shows and films make their current Must List and which are on our Bust List!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Tuesday Top 10 Jul 24, 2024

You’re listening to The Midnight Air and tonight we’re running down a list of Top 10 Movie Macguffins of all time!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, Bobby TBD for theme music, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Notable Dates & The Tribune Jul 23, 2024

You’re listening to The Midnight Air and tonight we’re highlighting some notable dates this week like National Tequila Day, and National Wine and Cheese Day. For our fun fact we talk about the longest word in the English language, and then close out the show by reading The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

The Backpage Jul 20, 2024

You’re listening to The Midnight Air and tonight we’re reading The Backpage to talk about sex and relationships submitted by listeners. In tonight’s episode a groom ghosts his bride after finding out what she did at her bachelorette party and then Lissa Rubin joins the show because a woman wants to know if she’s in the wrong for yelling at her husband for secretly throwing away her tampons.

Thank you to Lissa Rubin for co-hosting, Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Tuesday Top 10 Jul 17, 2024

You’re listening to The Midnight Air and tonight we’re running down the Top 10 Cool Facts About 7-11. So much is learned!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

Notable Dates & The Tribune Jul 16, 2024

You’re listening to The Midnight Air and tonight we’re highlighting some notable dates this week like Chris Sullivan’s Birthday and National Emoji Day. We then learn the orgin story of my favorite cake before we close out the show by reading The Tribune!

Thank you to Aaron Brungardt for engineering, mixing, and production support, Geoffrey Tice for artwork, and All Things Comedy for their support, production, and distribution.

The Midnight Air Teaser: The Must List Jul 11, 2024

You’re listening to The Midnight Air! Tonight Daniel Van Kirk is joined by longtime collaborator, Lissa Rubin, to talk about all the things they’re watching on TV and the recent movies they’ve seen. Find out what shows and films make their current Must List!

The Midnight Air Calendar and Tribune Teaser Jul 09, 2024

It’s another teaser episode of The Midnight Air with host, Daniel Van Kirk! Tonight we’re talking about some notable dates of the week on The Calendar and we read The Tribune to hear about some small town news.

Thanks for listening and hopefully you keep joining us for The Midnight Air!

RE: Doppelgängers & Bereavement Leave Jul 05, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Chris sent us some photos of our doppelgängers and asked us if there is anyone who we get told we look like. In letter two, Alex asks us if it’s okay to take bereavement leave when you aren’t very close with the person who passed. We also talk about donuts, wheel of fortune, corporate America, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,
Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

P.S. - Miss your pals? We miss you too! Come hang in our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/penpals

The Midnight Air Announcement Jul 03, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,
Daniel Van Kirk here! You may remember that Rory and I talked about a new project of mine that would be living right here on this feed. Well this is a quick announcement about what that project is! Plus from time to time we will be releasing new Pen Pals eps from the Paitch right here as well! Thank you in advance for listening and I hope you continue to stick around!

We wish you well, sincerely,
Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

RE: New Identity & Hole in the Roof Gang May 08, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Jeff asks us how we would reinvent ourselves with a new identity within 24 hours. Letter two comes from Luke, who asks us about if we have a favorite show or movie where you root for the bad guy.

We also talk about sunglasses, drug dealers, breaking bad, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Undiscovered Art & Butterfly Effect May 01, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Ryan asks us if there is a purpose for creating art even if it doesn't reach anybody. Letter two comes from Samantha, who asks us if any crazy world events have dictated where we are today.

We also talk about negative reviews, vibrato, pet nicknames, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Todd Glass | RE: Rituals & Good Stuff Gone Bad Apr 24, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are re-joined by our friend Todd Glass! Letter one comes from Derek, a Paller who asks us about our daily rituals. In letter two, Kristin asks us, what is something that you absolutely love to do or experience, but if you did it all day everyday forever and ever, it would slowly turn into a torturous hellscape? We also talk about peeing in the pool at the pool bar, washing your legs in the shower, TombStone pizzas...again..., and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Video Games & Christmas Lights Apr 17, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one comes from Tony who wants to talk video games! In letter two, Anna & Nat ask for our Christmas light preference.

We also talk about Daniel’s special Rose Gold, out today!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Pen Pals Announcement Apr 15, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

If you haven't had a chance to listen to the Plugs & Hugs section of last week's episode, I wanted to get you up to speed on a big Pen Pals update...have a listen!

I wish you well, sincerely,

Producer Lissa

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RE: Gifting Books & The Perfect Album Apr 10, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Tom wants to know our favorite books to give as gifts. Letter two is from Alex, who asks for our favorite album. We also talk The Simpsons, Lissa’s book club snafu, a huge update about this show, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Innocent Until Proven Guilty & Kids’ Existential Questions Apr 03, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one is from Lulu, who is struggling with how to treat her neighbor who has been accused of a heinous crime (content warning - this letter and our responses address sexual abuse - if you need to you can skip ahead to 39:30). In letter two, Kristin regales us her four-year old’s curiosities. We also talk Disneyland food, not resolving songs, we wish happy birthdays to loved ones, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Andrew Youngblood | RE: No Body Odor & Cheat Meals Mar 27, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Andrew Youngblood! Letter one comes from Emma, who insists she doesn't have any body odor and wonders, is showering every nine days enough? In letter two, Cesar asks us about our favorite cheat meals. We also talk about phallic molds, how Andrew hasn't watched our show, pheromones, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RE: Iowa State Fair & Deck of Cards Mar 20, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one is from Stuart, who runs a saltwater taffy stand at the Iowa State Fair. In letter two, Chris hits us with some mind-blowing stats about shuffling decks of cards. We also talk holding our breath, jeans, magic tricks and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RE: Diner Regular & Faith-Based Companies Mar 13, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Jen tells us about becoming a regular at a diner with an overbearing server. Letter two comes from Steve, who asks us about how to navigate working at a faith based company. We also talk about Blade Runner, Rory's favorite video game "Conduct Together," our new Tik Tok page (@thepenpalspod), and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Luke Null | RE: The One & Being Cold Mar 06, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Luke Null! Letter one comes from a listener who asks for advice about a long-term relationship. In letter two, Dan, who recently visited Finland, asks us what's the coldest we've ever been? We also talk about CLEAR, being an away team fan at a game, eagle scouts, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,
Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Thomas Lennon | RE: Anniversary Gifts & Singing - LIVE from SF Sketchfest Feb 28, 2024

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

We are coming to you live from SF Sketchfest, with our friend Thomas Lennon! In letter one, Ryan asks us if he should get his wife an anniversary gift even though they said they wouldn’t. Letter two is from Andy, who wants to know if he can sing.

We also talk Oh Henry, sell you on a timeshare in Punta Cana, Dave Matthews Band, Thomas runs some laps, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Small Town America & Reimagining Life Feb 21, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Shannon writes to us asking what our predictions for the future of small town America are. Letter two comes from a paller who asks for advice as they face a separation and are looking to reimagine their midlife.

We also discuss capitalism, artificial intelligence, parrots that mimic people, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Reclaiming Birthdays & Master Cheesemakers Feb 14, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Pat asks for advice about reclaiming their birthday after a traumatic event has tarnished it (Content Warning: this letter involves a tragic death - if you need to you can skip ahead to 25:00). Letter two comes from a master cheesemaker who wonders how we overcome procrastination. We also talk about an LCD Soundsystem concert Daniel and Lissa attended, fancy cheese, the perfect nachos, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Taylor Ortega | RE: Speeding Tickets & Estranged Loved Ones Feb 07, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Taylor Ortega! Letter one comes from a listener who just got her first speeding ticket and wants to know how many tickets we've gotten. In letter two, Rusty asks us how to navigate a relationship with an estranged loved one who is an alcoholic. We also talk about Daniel and Taylor's movie Wine Club, full frontal nudity, Kylie Jenner's Lasik Doctor, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Langston Kerman | RE: Liquid Fingers & Unhelpful Husband Jan 31, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Langston Kerman! In letter one, Kate asks if we could shoot a different liquid out of each finger, what would we choose? Letter two comes M, who asks for advice about confronting her unhelpful husband. We also talk about Langston running his mother-in-law’s Hinge account, the possibility of the apocalypse, mac-n-cheese, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Overreactions & Biff to the Future Jan 24, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one comes from Chris, who overreacted to someone picking apples from someone’s tree. In letter two, Woody poses some interesting questions about Biff Tanner and his family tree. We also talk writing new material, Rory finds his Australian accent, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Dave Holmes | RE: Sad Eventualities & Fishing Boat Deckhand Jan 17, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Dave Holmes! In letter one, Coble asks us how to navigate loss. Letter two comes from Nōn, a deckhand on a commercial fishing boat, who wonders if we could handle the job.

We also talk Dave’s recent run in the NYC marathon, airport massages, horseback riding, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Parenting Multiple Kids & Karaoke Jan 10, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one comes from Chelsea who asks for thoughts on having kids that require different parenting styles. In letter two, Andrew wants to know our go-to karaoke songs. We also talk movies for kids, sing Whitney Houston, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Dierdre Friel | RE: Turning Back Time & Girl Codes Jan 03, 2024

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are rejoined by our friend Dierdre Friel! In letter one, Bdubs asks us what we would do if we could go back in time and start over. Letter two comes from Casey, who wants to know if women have stealthy ways of communicating. We also talk public singing stories, finally talk Physical, bad improv, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Hamburger Helper & Body Hair Dec 27, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one comes from The Tempted Father, who has never used Hamburger Helper but yearns for the ease of meal prep. In letter two, Claire wants to know how we feel about body hair. We also set our New Year’s resolutions, talk LCD Soundsystem, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Chris Sullivan | RE: Holiday Dishes & House Fire Possessions Dec 20, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are rejoined by our friend Chris Sullivan! In letter one, Amanda asks us about our favorite holiday dishes. Letter two comes from Shannon, who asks what we would save from our house if it was on fire. We also talk festive drinks, improv, Pepsi making a move, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Burning Man & Reffing Dec 13, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one comes from Caleb, who writes to us from Burning Man! In letter two, Greg loves reffing and wants to know what we’ve tried that has exceeded our expectations. We also talk the 12 Days of Christmas, pickles and bacon, Taylor University, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Near-Death Experiences & Office Lunches Dec 06, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Erin shares their near-death experience from childhood. Letter two comes from John, who got in trouble for his love of free food at the office. We also talk about Christmas morning, lingerie catalogs (which derails us into sex talk), and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Tiffany Haddish | RE: Bad Magic & Trips vs. Vacations Nov 29, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Tiffany Haddish! Letter one comes from Adam, who loves magic but has experienced some bad magic that soured him on it. In letter two, Jar-Bear asks us the difference between trips and vacations. We also talk about D&D, falling asleep mid-bj, learning languages, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Tool & Travel Bets Nov 22, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Luke asked for a recap of Daniel’s first Tool show. Letter two comes from Ryan, who bet his friend Ben that he couldn’t get from LA to Cuba for under $500.

We also talk Cotton Candy, T Swift, our recent specials we just filmed, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Elopement vs. Ceremony & Procrastination Nov 15, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one comes from a pal who is conflicted about the idea of having a big wedding ceremony. In letter two, the Gaggle Gals (Bordini sisters) are procrastinators, and want to know our stance on showing up late.

We also talk girl math vs. guy math, airport tips, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Wildlife Encounters & Missed Connections Nov 08, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Chelsea shares a story with us about a magical encounter she had in nature. Letter two is from Kelly, who asks us about any meaningful interactions we had with strangers. We also do a LOT of movie talk, and hear about Daniel’s hitchhiking daydream!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Eric André | RE: Hulk Hogan & The Cannabis Line Nov 01, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Eric André! Letter one comes from a Hulk Hogan fan, who wants to know how long it would take for people to realize we’ve turned into Hulk Hogan. In letter two, Adam asks us how to navigate this new world of legal cannabis.

We also talk about plays, Eric’s wild birthdays, drugs, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Kumail Nanjiani | RE: Stoneman Willie & Sports Aggression Oct 25, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Kumail Nanjiani! Letter one comes from Emily, who tells us all about Stoneman Willie, a legend from her hometown of Reading, PA. In letter two, Nick shares a story about an embarrassingly aggressive interaction during a rec league softball game.

We also talk Kumail’s video game characters, Field of Dreams plot holes, hair growth, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Aging & Work Trips Oct 18, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Anton asks us how we’ll feel when we age. Letter two comes from Marly, who went on a work trip and drove through Daniel’s hometown, Rochelle! We also talk Scooby Doo, unappealing recipes, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Pizza Hut Circumcision & Difficult Break Up Oct 11, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one comes from Rob, who gives us our very first reverse Patreon letter and provides more details on his circumcision as an older kid. In letter two, Junk tells us about a tough breakup where his ex ghosted him during a difficult time.

We also talk background singing, RTHS football, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Laura Peek | RE: Laundry & Advice for Past Selves Oct 04, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Laura Peek! In letter one, Noah wants to talk all things laundry! Letter two is from Amanda, who asks us what we would tell our past selves if we had the chance.

We also talk about garbage, Ben Affleck, farts, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Ify Nwadiwe | RE: Public Stress & Lying in Interviews Sep 27, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Ify Nwadiwe! Letter one is from J, who asks about ways to publicly deal with stress. In letter two, Carly wants to know if we’ve ever lied in interviews.

We also talk public farting, board games, temp jobs, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Relocating & Mind vs. Body Sep 20, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Scott shares his experience moving out of the country as a kid. Letter two is from Kendall, who asks about a “would you rather” from her family. We also talk summer movies, drum lines, death & the afterlife, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Family Legacy & Surprising Yourself Sep 13, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Zach sent us a letter about his complicated family dynamics, and wonders if his kids should have a relationship with his estranged father. In letter two, Missy tells us all about her life at her gym, and asks us if there are ways we ever surprise ourselves.

We also talk about Daniel meeting James Taylor, tabletop games, letter-writing feedback, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Ben Roy | RE: Gross Satisfaction & Who Not to Fight Sep 06, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Ben Roy!

In letter one, Chelsea asks us if there is any gross task that we get satisfaction from completing. Letter two comes from John, who asks us who we would not want to fight. We also talk Spring Break, ASMR, J-ing O, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Joe Nicchi | RE: Buffet Game Plan & Service Staff Treatment Aug 30, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Joe Nicchi! Letter one is from Scott, who has turned buffet strategy into a science. In letter two, Matty talks about his time bartending and a recent experience he had with someone mistreating a server.

We also talk breakfast burritos, Chinese food, CVT Soft Serve, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Outgrowing Friends & Grim History Aug 23, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Sophia feels distance between her and her roommate, and wants to know when to let the friendship go. Letter two is from Mike, who is drawn to stories about historical devastation.

We also share some artwork, talk restaurants from the past, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Bickering Couples & Animal vs. Human Life Aug 16, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one comes from Rachel, who is friends with a couple that constantly bickers. In letter two, Adam asks us if animal life or human life is more precious. We also talk favorite comedy specials, The Snowman, our new mailbox, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Homesickness & Cottagecore Aug 09, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Patronie Daniel asks about getting homesickness on the road. Letter two comes from Sean, who discusses the difference between cottagecore and cabincore.

We also talk skipping rocks, getting older, soda fountains, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Sarah Silverman | RE: Dealbreakers & Neighbor Feud Aug 02, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Sarah Silverman! Letter one comes from B.L. Bogues, who cares strongly about compatibility in musical taste (he’s baffled by Rory’s love for the Counting Crows), and wants to know about any dealbreakers we have. In letter two, E fills us in on her feud with her neighbor.

We also talk Taylor Swift, writing new material, Rory Albanese, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Nick Kroll | RE: Ridiculous Fights & Biological Parenthood Jul 26, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Nick Kroll! In letter one, Ellen tells us about some ridiculous fights she’s had with her brother. Letter two comes from Nick, who worries about his connection to his baby-to-be since he’s not the biological father. We also talk therapy, the set of Don’t Worry Darling, the Brat Pack, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Unconditional Love & Broken Phone Jul 19, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one comes from Amy, whose dad opened up to expressed his love for her. In letter two, Luke tells us about a #SAGA that started with a stupid marital fight, and ended with blaming a broken phone on his daughter.

We also talk Star Wars, favorite Disney rides, we dive back into Lissa’s aversion to pizza/pasta, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Lake Snacks & Insider Knowledge - Live In-Studio! Jul 12, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

A huge thank you to everyone who tuned in for the live recording of our birthday show! In letter one, Katherine wants to know our favorite lake snacks. Letter two comes from Matt, who tells us about a secret national park…and he wrote this letter on very special stationery!

We also have lots of birthday celebrations throughout the show, and we dropped some new merch - you can get it HERE!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Carl Tart | RE: Renaissance Fair Wedding & Questionable Coaching Jul 05, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Carl Tart! In letter one, Adam asks us about memorable weddings we’ve attended - his favorite was at a renaissance fair. Letter two is from Brian, who recalls his high school soccer coach having them play an exhibition match at a prison.

We also talk Bagger Vance, Brian Banks, and have a surprise appearance from a giant bag of Reese’s Pieces.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

PS - our live virtual recording of Pen Pals is tomorrow! Tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-pen-pals-podcast-live-recording-tickets-653725148517

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Jerry O’Connell | RE: Funny Kids & World’s Largest Jun 28, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Jerry O’Connell! Letter one comes from Hunter, who wants to hear our favorite stories of kids saying funny things. In letter two, Aubrey wants to know if we’ve been to the world’s largest anything.

We also talk Stand By Me, the movie Stand By Me, and behind-the-scenes moments from the movie Stand By Me.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Photographs & Oatmeal is Breakfast Chili Jun 21, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Vince asks about how many pictures we have of ourselves. Letter two is from Nicki, who has a fun food math problem for us.

We also talk about hair, movies, TVs at restaurants, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

PS - Tune in to see a live recording of Pen Pals on July 6th! Tickets HERE!

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RE: Seasons of Life & Nic Cage Jun 14, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Shazza writes in about the differences between who she is now and who she once was. Letter two comes from The Cage Rage, who wants us to talk about all this Nic Cage.

We also talk about our new home at Big Money Players, Lissa’s distaste for Italian food, Sean Connery, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Mandy Moore | RE: ER Stories & Desert Island Songs Jun 07, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Mandy Moore! Letter one comes from Crystal, who wants to know about our crazy ER stories. In letter two, Bardo wants to know our top 5 favorite songs.

We also talk summer plans, Disney, the drinking age in Wisconsin, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Rhys Darby | RE: Sensual Ghost Encounters & Dangerous Hobbies May 31, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Rhys Darby! In letter one, Jacqueline asks what we would do if we experienced a sensual ghost encounter. Letter two is from Brendan, who wants to know about our dangerous hobbies.

We also hear great stories from Rhys, including his mom’s greeting card habits, his first time bungee jumping, and the time he climbed Mount Kilimanjaro!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Kissing your Kids & Slides or Sleds May 24, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one comes from Justin, who wants to know when he is supposed to stop kissing his sons on the lips. In letter two, Tim asks slip-n-slides or sledding.

We also talk about the Mouse House, flight upgrades, we’ve got a couple interruptions, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Gifts from the Universe & Wedding Officiant May 17, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Mikey introduces us to his dog Ruby, who he believes plays a part in him turning his life into what he always wanted it to be - he also covered our theme song! Letter two comes from Reverend Lord Joseph, who needs to overcome his stage fright to officiate his sister’s wedding.

We also talk Livestrong, “last times,” corned beef & cabbage, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Fading Passions & Ham Salad May 10, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one comes from Kelsey, who designed an awesome Pen Pals poster and asked us about passions dying out as time goes on. In letter two, Gabby goes nuts over ham salad. We also talk blouses, the number of days in each month, and we get to hang out with Drunk Daniel.

Last thing, Pennies, Pallers, & Patronies: we want to say thank you again for supporting this show. It’s because of all your growing & showing, hangin’ in the Paitch, joining the Friday Watch Crew, and all of your great letters that we get to continue to invest in Pen Pals to make it the best it can be. It’s your podcast, and we all get to celebrate it!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Irene Tu | RE: Escape Rooms & Phallic Artwork May 03, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Irene Tu!

In letter one, a scorned, petty lover is mad that his wife did an escape room without him. Letter two is from Callie, who has a not-so kid-friendly photo hanging in her bathroom. We also talk about Cinco de Mayo, Jumanji, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Jon Gabrus | RE: Male Hygiene & Disney for Kids Apr 26, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Jon Gabrus! In letter one, the internet has bombarded Ellie with the suggestion that men don’t wipe properly. Letter two is from JoJo, who wants to know if Disney movies are problematic for kids.

We also talk Vegas, toxic TV, evil stepmothers, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Foreign Exchange Student & Pockets Apr 19, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one comes from Emerson, whose dad took their foreign exchange student on a road trip to remember! In letter two, Cam is talkin’ pants pockets. We also talk Disneyland, the Flaming Lips, give Daniel’s leg a stretch, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: UFOs & Second Date Policy Apr 12, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Major Tom writes in about UFOs! Letter two comes from M, who went on a first date with someone who has a second-date policy. We also talk about Mr. Tambourine Man, Tom Cruise, being kind to bartenders, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Shane Mauss | RE: Teleportation Fears & Free Work Apr 05, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Shane Mauss! Letter one comes from Erich, who has a genuine fear of teleportation. In letter two, Sarah asks about setting boundaries around doing work for free. We also talk man buns, psychedelics, favorite writing utensils, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Dating a Friend’s Ex & Mental Health + Art Mar 29, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Luke wants to date his friend’s ex. Letter two is from Alex, who is struggling to hold onto creative inspiration as his mental health improves. We also talk about AirTags, sandwiches, red cups at pizza places, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Jay Chandrasekhar | RE: Playing Favorites & Altering Music History Mar 22, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Jay Chandrasekhar! Letter one comes from Diana who wants to know about playing favorites with children or kids of siblings. In letter two, Kameron wants us to erase three songs from history. We also talk about musicals, hero moments, picky eating, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Transgender Child & Ruined Wedding Dress Mar 15, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Tyler asks for ideas for how to create the most supportive environment for their transgender child. Letter two is from Rowan, whose wife’s wedding dress was ruined, and wants to know if we’ve lost anything sentimental. We also talk about The Brat Pack, forensics, ask a “would you rather?” and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

P.S. - if you want to get in on our Patreon for only $5 a month, head to https://www.patreon.com/penpals

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RE: Vegas Romance & AI Mar 08, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one is from Kevin, whose unassuming Vegas work trip turned romantic! In letter two, Dan asks about our thoughts on AI, and the impact it might have on our world. We also have a stunning Reese’s Pieces update, talk family professions, the SAG Awards, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Nick Thune | RE: When to Walk Away & Pure Excitement Mar 01, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Nick Thune! In letter one, our friend Will tells us how he walked away from a job that went south. Letter two is from Chuck, who had an amazing moment as a sports card collector.

We also talk about Twizzlers vs Red Vines, give a Jack Phillips “update”, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Beth Stelling | RE: Inappropriate Laughter & Sex Work Feb 22, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Beth Stelling! Letter one comes from Michael who asked us about a time when we couldn’t control our laughter. In letter two, Fiona Mae wants advice on how to talk to her family about her sex work.

We also talk about hair styles, Miami University, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Getting Fired & Vanished Grandpa Feb 15, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter one, Sancheri wants to know our best “getting fired” stories. Letter two comes from Nick, whose grandpa disappeared without a trace. We also talk about Dwayne Wade, taekwondo, El Chapo, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Caveman Tour Guide & Praise + Sandwiches Feb 08, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Letter one comes from Kameron, who wants to know how we’d impress a caveman on a date. In letter two, Jen gives us some praise and resurfaces our sandwich convo.

We also talk about the B-52’s, sleeping on the floor, VR, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Touring Artists Feb 01, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

It’s just the two of us - no producer, no engineer - and that's part of the reason we only got to one letter...but it's a good one! Bob wrote in asking about the logistics surrounding the life of a touring artist.

We also talk about dudes at dinner, bachelorette parties at comedy shows, Friday Night Lights, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Billy Wayne Davis | RE: Pillows & Best Friend’s Girlfriend Jan 25, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Billy Wayne Davis! Kameron sent in some pillow talk for letter one. In our second letter, Kevin asks what to do when you don’t like your best friend’s girlfriend.

We also talk drugs, unique sports statistics, diner food, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Big City Living & Spooky Google Earth Jan 18, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Our first letter comes from Jack, who is moving to New York and wants advice on how to do it right. Letter two is from Jennifer, who has a crazy Google Earth story for us!

We also talk bell boppin’, snoot boopin’, song singin’, Tesla updatin’, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Bisexuality & Potable Water Jan 11, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This episode is brought to you by a couple of Chris's! Our first Chris asks us if he should reveal his bisexuality to his wife. Our second Chris wrote into the Pencil Buds asking about our feelings on tap water.

We also talk about Southwest Airlines, British snack food, Rory’s trip to the mountains, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

PS - Don't miss your chance to see Rory in Babylon - catch it while it’s still in theaters!

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RE: Workplace Boundaries & Body Disposition Jan 04, 2023

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Happy New Year! Letter one is from Ana, who recognizes difficulty with establishing professional boundaries within certain careers. In letter two, Nicole writes in to ask if she is being selfish for wanting to be cremated.

We also talk about last year’s resolutions and set our resolutions for this year!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Never Been Kissed & Childhood Smells Dec 28, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

In letter one, K wants advice for how to start dating in her 30s, as someone who has never had a real kiss. Letter two is from Meagan who asks about our favorite childhood smells.

We also talk treading water, Illinois geography, touching objects with your tongue, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Todd Glass | RE: Deja Vu & Being Yourself Dec 21, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Todd Glass! Letter one comes Gemma, whose colleague lacks emotional boundaries at work. In our second letter, Danny wants advice on getting acceptance from their parents. We also talk roommates, Quantum Leap, Rory’s literacy, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Words of Affirmation & Wedding Attire Dec 14, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Our first letter comes from Kevin, who wants his partner to tell him he’s pretty. Letter two is from Clay, who is getting dressed up for a wedding and wants input.

We also talk “inside baseball”, Joan Allen, slang, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Jackie Kashian & Sean Patton | RE: Streaming Services & Disney Songs - Live from Come & Take It Dec 07, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are coming to you live from the Come & Take It Comedy Festival, and are joined by our friends Jackie Kashian and Sean Patton! In letter one, Austin writes in about his hatred of streaming services. Letter two comes from Rob, who asks for our definitive Disney Song rankings.

We also talk socks & shoes, Dahmer, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Dierdre Friel | RE: Emotional Unprofessionalism & Liking Your Name Nov 30, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Dierdre Friel! Letter one comes from a teacher whose colleague lacks emotional boundaries at work. In our second letter, Paul wants to know how we feel about our names. We also talk holiday food, Twitter, Willie Wonka, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Warm Desserts & Drugs Nov 23, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Letter one comes from Allison who knows the way to our hearts - she wrote in asking how we feel about warm vs cold desserts. Letter two is from a pal who has never done drugs. We also talk about foreign exchange students, cultural cuisine, clowning, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Atypical Families & A Good Death Nov 16, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

In letter one, Zak & Fran ask for advice on how to share about their family dynamics without bringing down the vibe at gatherings. Letter two comes from Elise, who tells us about the experience of her dad passing away. We also talk about baseball, Thanksgiving, staring down the camera, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Belonging & School Lunch Nov 09, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Letter one comes from LB who wants to know what it means to belong. In letter two, Catie asks us about our favorite school lunches! We also talk about our preferred key to sing in, Grease, the Sooners and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Cipha Sounds | RE: Heteronormative Roles & Unsolicited Advice Nov 02, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend (and penny) Cipha Sounds! In letter one, Suzy asks for our thoughts on heteronormative roles in society. Letter two is from Joel, who tends to give unsolicited advice. We also talk Pound Cake, air horns, Rory’s sneaker game, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

PS - follow @ciphasounds for all of his dates and deets!

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Chad Daniels | RE: Turning 40 & Chips Oct 26, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Chad Daniels! Letter one comes from a pal who is feeling conflicted about turning 40. In our second letter, Suzy asks about our favorite chips! We also talk Laureates, physical comedy, segway tours, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Offensive Comedy & Bird of the Year Oct 19, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Patrick sent in letter one, asking what to do when you are deeply offended by stand up comedy. In our second letter, Pascale tells us about the Bird of the Year campaign in New Zealand! Check out the contenders here: https://www.birdoftheyear.org.nz/

We also talk Crocs, sandwiches, THC soda, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Hypnotherapy & Cabin Recap Oct 12, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Letter one comes from Benji, who is a big proponent of hypnotherapy (Content warning: the discussion of this letter addresses sexual abuse). Instead of a letter two this week, we recap our trip to Daniel’s cabin!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Matt Braunger | RE: Restaurant Ordering & Safe Words Oct 05, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Matt Braunger! Our first letter comes from MK who asks about restaurant ordering etiquette. In letter two, KG discusses safe words during arguments.

We also talk Matt’s new comedy special “Doug”, out tomorrow - 10/6/22!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Jay Larson | RE: Celebrity Crushes & Setting Boundaries Sep 28, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Jay Larson! Letter one comes from Becky who dug Tony Danza in the 80s and wants to know who we crushed on. In our second letter, Nick struggles with setting boundaries. We also talk Ska, Chicago Dogs, toilet paper, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Career Boomerang & Sex Talk Sep 21, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

We got our first letter from Rob, who left his job then eventually came back to it. Letter two is from a pal who is working on vulnerability surrounding sex.

We also talk spirit, coaching soccer, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Words & Saving Musical Heroes Sep 14, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Our first letter this week comes from Emma, who writes in about the importance of words. Letter two is from Kristal, who asks us which late musicians we’d like to see perform if we could go back in time and save them. We also talk shoes, our enneagram Patreon episodes, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Jordan & Lauren Scovel | RE: Younger Self & Meat Sep 07, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by two of our MOST special guests, Jordan and Lauren Scovel! Letter one comes from Dale, who reflects on questionable behavior by his younger self. Letter two is from our pal Kameron who wants to know how we like our meat. We also talk serving papers, smoking leaves, Red Lobster, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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Ramin Nazer | RE: Meaningful Friendships & Letting Go Aug 31, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Ramin Nazer!

Letter one comes from Tim, who would like some tips on how to build meaningful friendships. Letter two is from our pal Kristin who, after a falling out with her in-laws, wants to know how to let go.

We also talk Pen Pals merch, friend porn, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely, Y

our Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Bereavement Leave & Childhood Neighbors Aug 24, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Our first letter is from Angela, whose company has a ridiculous bereavement policy. Then we hear from Taylor, who gives a breakdown of her childhood neighborhood crew. We also talk Otis Redding, the whimsical minds of children, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Vacations & Another Woman - Live on Moment House Aug 17, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

We’re coming at you live in-studio, brought to you by Moment House! Thanks to those of you who tuned in. Our first letter is from Alex, who just went on vacation and wants to know our favorites. Letter two is from Dave, who has never been unfaithful but there’s another woman…We also talk keg stands, punctuation, Rikki-Tikki-Tavi, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

P.S. - There are a couple of times where the livestream cut out, which unfortunately means our audio did too...despite that, the episode is great and we think you'll love it!

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Sklar Brothers | RE: Skilled Trades & Yard Games Aug 10, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by two of our best buds, Randy and Jason Sklar! Our first letter comes from Timmy (along with Adam and Vern), who talks about male vulnerability and asks us what skilled trades we’d be interested in pursuing. We also hear from Andrew, who is stoked on yard games! We also talk drugs, Jim Varney, student loans, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Late vs. Manipulative & Dogs Aug 03, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Letter one comes from Adam, who asks if the way he deals with his wife’s chronic lateness is manipulative. In our second letter, Amy writes us for advice about a misbehaving dog. We also talk about our birthdays, how our birthdays are here, and that it’s our birthdays!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel

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RE: Conflicting Viewpoints & Learning Names Jul 27, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

We are celebrating the start of our 4th year today - happy birthday, pals! We have so many great memories tied to this show, and they all start with you.

In letter one we hear from S, who is having conflicting viewpoints with her husband about fundamental beliefs. Then Ryan sent us a letter asking how to stealthily find out someone’s name. We also talk Heads Up 7up, gifts, pickles, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel.

P.S. - Grab your tickets to our live digital show on 08.02.22! Tickets are available at momenthouse.com/penpals

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RE: Our Favorite Things Jul 20, 2022

Dear Pen Pals,

This week we’re bringing you some of our favorite moments from the last four years! Cracker Barrel, the first #SAGA, Sandwich Talk, and more!

Big thanks to Emily and Shanley for helping us pull this episode together.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

P.S. - come hang with us at our digital show on 08.02.22! Tickets are available at momenthouse.com/penpals

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RE: The Mashed Patatreon Jul 13, 2022

Dear Pen Pals,

We weren’t able to record an ep this week; in true Pen Pals fashion, we have to postpone our anniversary episode! #subjecttochange #wheniswhat

Instead, we’re giving everybody a taste of the Paitch, baby! If you haven’t yet had a chance to check it out, here are two Patreon episodes to listen to - and if you like it, you can come hang with us at https://www.patreon.com/penpals.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

PS - we’re doing a live digital show on 08.02.22! Tickets are available at www.momenthouse.com/penpals

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Doug Benson | RE: Social Eating & International Stand Up Jul 06, 2022

Dear Pen Pals,

For our 200th episode, we are joined by our dear friend Doug Benson! In our first letter we hear from Matt (age 46), who see food as sustenance and doesn’t understand social eating. Letter two was cute and tiny, and came from Chelsea who wanted to know where we’d want to perform stand up internationally. We also talk about Blockbuster, Jurassic Park, fast food, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

P.S. - come to our live digital show on Tuesday 08.02.22! Tickets at https://www.momenthouse.com/penpals

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Sara Schaefer | RE: Over-Gifting & Real Magic Jun 29, 2022

Dear Pen Pals,

This week we are joined by our friend Sarah Schaefer! We have a letter from Phil whose family over-gifts throughout the year. Letter two came from Kameron and is all about magic! We also talk about country style decor, doing drugs, memories, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Covid Conundrum & Losing Your Virginity Jun 22, 2022

Dear Pen Pals,

Letter one comes from Dan, who shares with us his wife’s pandemic fears. In letter two, Joel asks us about our first time. We also talk about Rory’s website, indoor hot dogs, HGTV, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Family Cabin & Celebrity Interactions Jun 15, 2022

Dear Pen Pals,

In letter one, our pal Megan wants her family to get on board with improving her family’s cabin. Letter two is sent from Josh, who asks about how to keep your cool around celebrities. We also talk about Opera Man, Rory’s dog Charlie, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Soul-Saving & Officiating a Wedding Jun 08, 2022

Dear Pen Pals,

We got a letter from J, whose mom is working hard to try and reel her back into religion. In letter two, a pal writes in for advice on officiating his brother’s wedding. We also talk about the season premiere of Physical, racing, Red Bull Soap Box Races, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Haley Joel Osment | RE: Pizza & Talent Shows Jun 01, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Haley Joel Osment! Letter one is all about pizza, baby! For letter two, our pal Sancheri asks us about talent shows.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Kurt Braunohler & Hannah Berner | RE: Lasting Impressions & Baby on the Way Out - LIVE at Moontower May 25, 2022

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

We’re coming atcha live from the Moontower Comedy Festival, joined by our friends Kurt Brunohler and Hannah Berner! Our first letter is from Dr. B, who asks if anything from our childhood left a lasting impression on us. Letter two comes from our buddy Chowda, who found out his girlfriend is pregnant right before he was going to break up with her. We also talk about arena seating, bullies, road trip snacks, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Playing the Victim & Mouth and Foot Painting May 18, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Letter one comes from Jules, who needs advice about a friend who too often plays the victim. In our second letter, VL writes us to ask about an on-location cabin show and mouth & foot painting artists. We also discuss phone sex, vibes, mani-pedis, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Condolences May 13, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

We have an additional letter this week from Michael, who shared with us the sad news that our pal Sara has passed away. Dealing with loss is never easy, but we are so glad to have gotten to know Sara, and are grateful for this wonderful community.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Daniel & Rory

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RE: Marriage Trauma & Unconventional Beauty May 11, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Our first letter is from our pal Major Tom, who is dealing with trauma in his marriage (content warning, this first letter addresses physical abuse). Letter two comes from a Day-1 Paller named Jane who wants to know if we are attracted to anything quirky.

We also sing karaoke, talk casting calls, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

P.S. - if someone in your life is misusing alcohol, you can find support at https://al-anon.org

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Seaton Smith | RE: Not Having it Together & Sensational News Stories May 04, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Seaton Smith! Our first letter is from Matt, who wants to know if it’s okay to not have it all together. Letter two is from an anonymous pen pal, who is struggling to deal with the release of a true crime documentary about the murder of someone who was close to them. We also discuss Korn, Barkin’ The Bowl, fighting, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Rose Byrne | RE: Walking Around Australia & Absent Parent Apr 27, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our dear friend Rose Byrne! Max wrote in about his journey walking around Australia, and his love for Millie the dog. In our second letter, Laura asks how to, as an adult, maintain relationships with parents so different from you. We also talk about The Grove, brown at night (again), Physical, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Real Love & Thoughts While Flying Apr 20, 2022

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Our first letter comes from A, where she asks about the line between relationships being hard work and relationships not being right (Content warning, letter 1 addresses verbal and emotional abuse). In the second letter, Austin shares his thoughts while flying. We also discuss the power of representation, PB&Js, Jen and Bort, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Now and Then & Gardening Apr 13, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

We got a letter from our pal Jenna who observes some lovely changes between this current generation and those that came before. Letter 2 is an adorable card from Alex, who asks how we feel about gardening.

We also play a couple rounds of “Who is 71?”, and discuss Liquid Death, managing boredom, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Jack Whitehall | RE: Catchy Tunes & Lords and Ladies Apr 06, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we’re joined by Jack Whitehall!

In our first letter, our pen pal Jake laments over songs that get stuck in his head. And in our second letter, Ashley gives us the gift of land, thus officially turning us into Lords. We also discuss: Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, Jack doing stand up while high, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Judd Apatow | RE: Home Improvements & Personal Care Mar 30, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by Judd Apatow! In our first letter, Brian writes in to ask if we are handy fellas. Our second letter comes from Beth, whose husband commented on the softness of Daniel’s hands which leads her to ask about our personal care habits.

We also discuss: ASMR, Judd’s take on Covid-19 in film and TV, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Potatoes & Psychic Tendencies Mar 23, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Our first letter comes from our pen pal Jen, who knows the way to our hearts - she wrote in about her love of potatoes, and even gives us a recipe to try out. In our second letter, our pal Chris tells us about her secret little psychic power. We also discuss Daniel’s time as a federal agent, Producer Lissa getting a mic, an early letter about a pal dating her dad's drummer, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Andy Richter | RE: Hometown Legends & Self-Motivation Mar 16, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Andy Richter! Our first letter comes from Matty, who put his hometown of Hartlepool on the map by sharing the legend of the French spy monkey. In our second letter, Lauren asks us about struggling with motivation. We also discuss: golf, cursive, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Car Trouble & Nature vs. Nurture Mar 09, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers, Our pal Cam wrote in with a car trouble story and a question about pests. Our second letter comes from Eva, who shares about a challenging relationship with her father who took his own life when she was younger and the impact he might have had on her. We also discuss hotel room availability, coyotes and badgers, comedian Zach Martina, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Aimee Mann | RE: Naps & Confronting a Mooch Mar 02, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by the legendary Aimee Mann!

Our first letter addresses our pen pal Kristen’s question: naps or no? In our second letter, Stu asks for advice on how to handle his freeloading relatives.

We also discuss: Aimee’s tour, Daniel’s Tom Waits impression, and more!

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Male Affection & Mystery in Atlanta Feb 23, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

In our first letter, a teacher in rural Montana explains how proud she is to see her male students openly showing affection towards one another. She also asks what we had for lunch today.

In our second letter, a Pen Pal describes a truly nightmare AirBnB experience in Atlanta, involving baby lotion and a stripper pole.

We also discuss: ventriloquism, the transformative power of leaving your comfort zone, the name “Lester,” why you don’t go downstairs, and more.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Chris Garcia | RE: Art of Flirting & Escaping Negativity Feb 16, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers, This week we’re joined by our friend, the hilarious Chris Garcia! In our first letter, a Pen Pal wants to know: how (and where!) do you flirt without the help of alcohol? In our second letter, a Pen Pal is working hard to get his life back on track, but feels the negativity that surrounds him creeping in. How do you reject negativity? We also discuss: Three Doors Down, being a flirty person, writing “ya” vs “you,” embracing joy, and more. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Off-Grid Living & Dog Goodbyes Feb 09, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers, In our first letter, a Pen Pal describes her plan to construct an off-grid homestead with her partner. She wants to know: what would our homesteads be like? In our second letter, a Pen Pal explains the emotional experience of returning their dog to the animal rescue group. They also ask: what are our travel bathroom strategies? We also discuss: banter, getting into Tool, how big an acre is, go-karting to the office, the Buc-ee’s bathroom, and more. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Losing Passion & Fruit Essence Feb 02, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers, In our first letter, a Pen Pal asks for advice as they come to terms with a lack of passion in their long-term relationship and some lingering feelings for a high school love. In our second letter, a Pen Pal asks which fruit we think best captures our essences. We also discuss: the advantages of a Communications Degree, the definition of utilitarian, upside down pineapples, philosophical questions at the cheese store, and more. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Chasing Adventure & Powerful Art Jan 26, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

In our first letter, a Pen Pal describes their incredible experience running a trail race through the Appalachian Mountains, and the strange feelings she had upon returning to normal life.

In our second letter, a Pen Pal raves about Pixar’s “Soul,” and asks what art has moved us.

We also discuss: a great Cameo from a fan, stinkin’ thinkin’, finding moments of zen, and more.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Sona Movsesian | RE: Gender Norms & Nude Calendar Jan 19, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by the hilarious Sona Movsesian!

In our first letter, a male Pen Pal explains how he learned to overcome shitty gender norms and embrace his love of crocheting. He then asks: do we have any interests or preferences that go against traditional gender norms?

In our second letter, a Pen Pal shares the (incredible) January edition of the nude calendar he makes for his wife.

We also discuss: Sona fighting in her dodgeball league, dick pics, reading greeting cards out loud, having the D’Angelo V, and more.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Acupuncture Nightmare & Meaningful Possessions Jan 12, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

In our first letter, a Pen Pal has a wild experience at a deeply strange acupuncture clinic.

In our second letter, a Pen Pal fascinated by death explains why they love Victorian-era items and want to own an actual skeleton. They then ask: do we own any odd or meaningful items?

We also discuss: calling a Little League game, a wreath made of hair, pressure points, embracing new experiences, and more.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Brett Goldstein | RE: Sitting to Pee & Polyamorous Love Jan 05, 2022

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week’s new Pen Pal is the always brilliant Brett Goldstein.

Our first letter gets right to the point: how often do we sit down when we pee?

In our second letter, a Pen Pal shares their thoughtful perspective on the joys of polyamorous living.

We also discuss: clapping for yourself, poltergeists, going commando, redefining your relationship, and more.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Buffet Style Dec 29, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers, In this week’s letter, a Pen Pal writes about a topic near and dear to our hearts: buffets. We also discuss: the Micro Machines guy, French silk pie, how going for seconds made you a good boy, skipping the rolls, and more. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Elvis Presley & Christmas Surprise Dec 22, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers, First, a Pen Pal writes about their love for Elvis Presley, and asks how we want to be remembered when we’re gone. In this week’s second letter, a Pen Pal debates whether or not he should surprise his mother with a Christmas visit, given his mother’s schedule as a nurse and his own medical issues. We also discuss: the origins of Boxing Day, hologram Frank Sinatra, rock documentaries, buying Cameos to plug Pen Pals, and more. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Chris Sullivan | RE: Power of Sports & Movie Languages Dec 15, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers, This week we are joined by our Pen Pal (and certified penny) Chris Sullivan! First, a Pen Pal writes about the spiritual power of sports, and the community that comes with it. In this week’s second letter, an artist Pen Pal asks for our opinion on translation convention, a storytelling device where characters in film speak the language of the audience, instead of the native language of the character. We also discuss: Chris binging Pen Pals, the new studio, the movie “Annihilation,” the Full House theme song, being a pervert person, and more. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Will Ferrell | RE: Senior Year & Corporal Punishment Dec 08, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

The great Will Ferrell joins us this week to read your letters!

In this week’s first letter, a high school senior asks what he can do to make his final year memorable - and invites us to his graduation party. Will shares some of his favorite high school memories - and explains how his son is carrying on the tradition of senior year hijinks.

In our second letter, a Pen Pal is uncomfortable with his wife’s continued use of spanking as a disciplinary method for their child, and asks if spanking is ever a reasonable punishment. He also asks about our showering order (soap first, then shampoo?).

We also discuss: Will’s real-life work as a youth soccer coach, playing the spoons, kegs at the grad party, Will forming a Reptile Club in high school, Lloyd’s bank, Will’s new show “The Shrink Next Door” on Apple TV+, and more.

We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Skylar Astin | RE: Defining Weird & Social Anxiety Dec 01, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Today we are joined by our incredibly talented friend, Skylar Astin!

In our first letter, a Pen Pal asks about the fluid definition of “weird.”

This week’s second letter discusses the struggle of making friends when you have social anxiety.

We also discuss: Skylar’s new film “Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas,” finding your passion early, getting weird, dad jokes, and a great Robin Williams story.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Naomi Ekperigin | RE: Travel Hacks & Cabin Antics Nov 24, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our new Pen Pal, the great Naomi Ekperigin!

In our first letter, our Pen Pal Will asks for our favorite travel hacks. In this week’s second letter, our Pen Pal Chris Sullivan explains how drunken antics at the cabin as a young man ended with him swimming in a fiery lake. Yes, you read that right. We also discuss: the morning radio grind, Dairy Queen Blizzards, packing two days before flights, who gets invited to the cabin, and Naomi’s solo travel stories!

We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Kevin Nealon | RE: Boat Names & Reaching Out Nov 17, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers, This week we are joined by the brilliant Kevin Nealon! In our first letter, a Pen Pal living in Japan asks us to name the new boat he is building. In this week’s second letter, a Pen Pal wants to know how to best support his girlfriend as she struggles with medical school and friends who don't reach out. We also discuss: Rory’s childhood Hans & Franz costume, boat guys, Kevin’s excellent caricatures, seeing mountain lions in the wild, and more. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Hannah Berner | RE: Inconsiderate People & Consolation Prize Nov 10, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by the hilarious Hannah Berner! Catch her on tour now, and listen to her podcasts Berning In Hell & Giggly Squad.

Our first letter asks about inconsiderate people: the jerk drivers, litterers, movie theater talkers, and the sickos who play music on the subway without headphones.

In our moving second letter, a Pen Pal explains why he feels insecure about his wife’s deceased high school sweetheart.

We also discuss: Instagram Lives with zero views, taking phone calls at the movies, using comedy to grapple with trauma, and more.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Adam Cayton-Holland | RE: Swedish Spirits & Work Stress Nov 03, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Adam Cayton-Holland! First, a Pen Pal shares her supernatural experience in the woods of Sweden and also performs an amazing rendition of the theme song in Swedish! In our second letter, the husband of an over-worked teacher asks for advice on dealing with a tough job (and casually plugs his vasectomy). We also discuss: Adam’s new comedy album “Hot Takes,” why the High Plains Comedy Festival is so cool, whether we’d walk into a haunted house, doing what you love, and more. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Hanging Brain & Incompatible Love Oct 27, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

First, we have a hot-off-the-presses (night of!) letter from a Pen Pal who was witness to a deeply unpleasant view when her beloved former boss sat down in short shorts. She wants to know: have we ever caught an unintentional glimpse of someone’s body that made us cringe?

In our second letter, a Pen Pal asks for advice in dealing with a complicated and unrequited love for an inconsiderate person.

We also discuss: soaking, guys who fight, going commando, how to pronounce “foyer,” and more.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Andy Samberg | RE: Toilet Paper & Horse Thieves Oct 20, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers, This week we are joined by the hilarious Andy Samberg!

In our first letter, the best summer camp employee ever asks us about our preferred toilet paper orientation (over or under?). In our second letter, a Pen Pal learns that they are the great-great-grandson of a horse thief. Rory asks: is stealing a horse that bad? We also discuss: Andy getting competitive in recreational soccer, why Wood is a great name for a caddy, the fear of splash back, learning family history later in life, and Andy’s brawler grandfather swimming in the East River to blow off steam. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Kyle Kinane | RE: Father-in-Law Ghost & Something's Missing Oct 13, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend (and your new Pen Pal), the hilarious Kyle Kinane! In the first letter, our Pen Pal explains that her home is haunted by the ghost of her husband’s father. She wants to know: how can you go #F2F (face-to-face) with a spirit? In this week’s second letter, our Pen Pal has landed the “job of his dreams,” but still feels like something is missing. What happens when you finally reach the goal you’ve been chasing for so long? We also discuss: Daniel walking out of The Thin Red Line, stolen bikes, ouija boards, feeling grateful, and more. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Matt Walsh | RE: Cosmic Twins & Perfect Day Oct 06, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our friend Matt Walsh (Veep star! UCB co-founder! Chicago Bears superfan!).

In our first letter, a Pen Pal describes losing a cousin that felt like a “cosmic twin”. We discuss the power in feeling truly connected with another person - be it a relative, friend, or stranger.

Our second letter asks the question: what is your perfect day?

We also discuss: Matt’s new Veep rewatch podcast: Second in Command, the Chicago Bears, Daniel’s background acting career, and a fancy dinner at the Chili’s in Encino.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Dave Anthony & Gareth Reynolds | RE: Letting Kids Win & Emailing Ex Sep 29, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, we are joined by Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds of The Dollop podcast for a very special LIVE Pen Pals - recorded at the High Plains Comedy Festival in Denver, Colorado! In our first letter, a Pen Pal wants to know: if you are competing against a child, should you always let the kid win? In our second letter, a Pen Pal reconnects with an ex-girlfriend, but isn’t sure how to handle things with their current partner. We also discuss: the airline industry, arm wrestling, birthday performer day rates, Mouse Man, and more. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Ham Day & A Joyous Life Sep 22, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

In this week’s first letter, a Pen Pal explains their annual Ham Day tradition, a day devoted to eating ham with friends. Our Pen Pal wants to know: what time of year is best for a Ham Day?

In our second letter, a Pen Pal receives the impossibly horrible news that his mother only has months left to live — and asks how to fulfill the promise he made with her to lead a joyous life.

We also discuss: being sweet dumb, Uncle Mike’s conversational skills, ham flavored ice cream, avant-garde pranks, and more.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Annie Weisman | RE: Cursing Children & Religious Costumes Sep 15, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, we are joined by the brilliant and hilarious Annie Weisman (creator of “Physical”). In our first letter, a Pen Pal is shushed for cussing in front of her cousin’s children and wants to know if she was really in the wrong. In our second letter, a 13 year old Pen Pal reaches out and explains his complicated feelings about growing up in the Hasidic Jewish community. We also discuss: our upcoming live show at the High Plains Comedy Festival, Eric Stoltz, how to pronounce “shush”, life in Fairfax, and more.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Sex Slang & Bad Heroes Sep 08, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week’s first letter kicks off a conversation about obscure sex terms - you might want to consult Urban Dictionary. Our Pen Pal wants to know: when do you ask what a new sex term means, and when do you just pretend to understand it?

In our second letter, a Pen Pal asks how we respond to the all-too-familiar feeling of being let down by our heroes.

We also discuss: terrible ASMR, having a #RRGT, thieves, Tiger Woods, and many, many sex terms.

Send your snail mail to:

C/O The Pen Pals Podcast

5419 Hollywood Blvd Ste C #121, Los Angeles, CA 90027

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Existential Dread & Deadliest Catch Sep 01, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

In this week’s first letter, a Pen Pal (who may or may not know our names) expresses concern for the wellbeing of our planet - and looks for any tips on how to ward off existential dread.

In our second letter, we are asked if a person’s favorite television show can be a red flag.

We also discuss: our new PO Box, climate change, the reality show “Alone”, and identifying with Richard Drefyuss in "Stand by Me".

Send your snail mail to:

C/O The Pen Pals Podcast

5419 Hollywood Blvd Ste C #121, Los Angeles, CA 90027

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Pete Holmes | RE: Grandpa’s Romance & Go-To Drinks Aug 25, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Pete Holmes joins us this week to discuss soccer goalies, deviled eggs, codependency, eating penguins, and more!

In this week’s first letter, our Pen Pal learns that her grandfather is back in the dating game, and explains her mixed feelings about the situation.

In our second letter, we are asked to name our favorite drinks (and the perfect number of beverages to stop at).

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Ryan Sickler | RE: Separate Beds & Olympic Medals Aug 18, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we are joined by our good friend (and Pen Pal) Ryan Sickler! In our first letter, one Pen Pal makes a convincing case for non-traditional sleeping arrangements. This week's second letter forces us to debate whether or not we could medal in Olympic curling. We also discuss: The HoneyDew podcast, reverse crying, the power of training, and going to concerts alone. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Family Legends & Former Friends Aug 11, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, we learn how bargain hunting saved a woman from one of the most famous tragedies of all time.

In our second letter, we hear from a Pen Pal who went through hell, and attempt to unravel the letter’s tangled web of relationships.

We also discuss: the Titanic soundtrack, self growth, the delicious basil from Rochelle, and what we call asterisks.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Animal Magic & Brain Teasers Aug 04, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week’s first letter attempts to prove the existence of supernatural squirrels.

In our second letter, our Pen Pal/certified cool teacher Ethan shares some of his favorite riddles.

Plus we talk: the Cracker Barrel peg game, the joys of being gullible, and trying to be the first podcast in space.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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Casey Wilson | RE: Balcony Kisses & Getting Older Jul 28, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

The amazing Casey Wilson (Black Monday, Happy Endings) joins us for our first full episode as part of the Team Coco network!

In this week’s first letter, we hear about a fling that may have moved a little too fast. In our second letter, we hear from a friend of the show struggling with depression amid changing life circumstances.

Plus we discuss: meatball subs, green flags, and Casey’s fantastic new book.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Favorite Fries Jul 21, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

We’re back with another mini-episode! Stay tuned - our first full-length episode with Team Coco drops July 28th.

Today we hear from a Pen Pal with some controversial French fry opinions. We discuss the hierarchy of fast food fries, the wide selection at Spencer’s Gifts, and the danger of pogo sticks.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Canine Condolences & Vacation Mourning Jul 14, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

We’ve got another mini-episode for you! Our first full-length episode with the Team Coco network is on July 28th, but until then, we hope you enjoy these teasers.

Today we hear from a Paller who experienced a series of tragic losses. We discuss the unparalleled love of a good dog, the awkwardness of flight sobbing, and why we don’t like the word “bologna.”

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Pancakes & Power Moves Jul 07, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

We’re now officially part of the Team Coco network! Our first full-length episode is on July 28th, but until then, we’ve got a few mini-episodes like this one! Think of them as a little Cracker Barrel appetizer to tide you over (and to share with your friends).

Today we hear from a Pen Pal who managed to take an innocent breakfast and turn it into a traumatic event.

We wish you well, sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: My French Quarter Ghost & Genetic Inheritance - with Noah Eberhart Jun 30, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Our guest on this final Starburns Audio version of the pod is our friend and OG producer, Noah "NewNo" Eberhart, who finally gets his mic after all these years.

In our first letter, we hear some very spooky ghost stories from New Orleans, and discuss the paranormal.

For letter 2, we delve into the topic of aging, and what traits we hope to have inherited as we start down the path towards our golden years.

For now, we're looking forward to new horizons and plenty of more fun with our Pals! See you soon, and we wish you well.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk & Rory Scovel

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RE: Letters of Love & A Question Of Decency Jun 23, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, we have an important announcement.

Then we hear from a listener who is working their way through grief by writing letters.

In our second letter, we discuss peeing in public.

Plus, a whole lot more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Broken Brain Compensation Methods & Random Tearful Grandma Memories Jun 16, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, we hear from listener Megan who describes the compensation methods she uses to deal with her "broken brain," and wonders if we have any methods of our own?

In our second letter, we hear from a listener who recently remembered some fond memories of watching soccer with his grandma.

Plus, a whole lot more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: First Date & Back to the Future Jun 09, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For our first letter this week, we hear about a listener’s first date with his common law wife, plus an idea for a new Instagram account.

In Letter 2, a listener tells us of her encounter with Michael J. Fox when she was a baby, and he was filming Back to the Future 3.

Plus so much more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Advice For Your Younger Self & Must-Have Brands Jun 02, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For this week's first letter, a listener poses the question: what advice would you give to your younger self?

Letter 2 is all about those brands that you can't help but be loyal to.

Plus so much more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Parasocial Relationships & Fishing May 26, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For our first letter this week, we delve into parasocial relationships.

In Letter 2, we talk all about fishing!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Coming Out & Best/Worst Vacations May 19, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For our first letter this week, we hear from a bi-poly listener who is currently in the closet and not sure when to come out.

In our second letter, we hear all about a best/worst vacation.

We also talk: Elvis Costello on SNL, doing standup in shorts, and much, much more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Thinking Differently & A Dating Question May 12, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week's first letter poses the question: Would you want to think differently?

Here are some links to Jack's project & his show:

http://www.yourcarsextendedwarranty.com/

https://jackpalmiotti.com/

In our second letter, we respond to a question about a listener's recent dating experience.

Plus we talk: Hoosiers, SATs, and a whole lot more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Mental Breakdowns & True Conspiracies May 05, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For our first letter this week, we hear from a listener who has recently gotten back in touch with an old friend, only to realize that something seems very off.

Our second letter is inspired by a recent documentary and poses a question about conspiracies we'd love to be true.

Plus we discuss: Breath, carnations vs incarnations, laboratories, and much more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Breathing & Guilty Pleasures Apr 28, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers!

For this week's first letter, we talk about breathing and our obsessions.

In our second letter, we dive into guilty pleasures!

Plus, we discuss: Rory's many broken nose stories, Bavid Dowie, "breathe" vs "breath", upcoming fun stuff, and a whole lot more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Drawing Lines in Comedy & Political Leanings Apr 21, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For this week's first letter, we hear from a comedian who isn't sure how personal he should get with his comedy with regards to his family and friends.

In our second letter, we discuss the topic of political leanings being potentially readable by brain scans.

Plus, Dan is in Rochelle, and we discuss: the sewing room, Dan's gift to Rory, Rory's upcoming golf tournament, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Classic Cars & Head vs. Heart Apr 14, 2021

Dear Pennies, Pallers, & Pencil Buds,

For our first letter this week, we talk about old, classic cars we would buy, and things we've left behind that we miss.

For our second letter, we discuss equal but opposite opinions.

Plus we talk: Rory's new dog, GoldenEye, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: A Tattoo Conundrum & Manic Episodes Apr 07, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For our first letter this week, we hear from a listener who has some reservations about a life decision his wife is considering.

In our second letter, we discuss how to deal with manic episodes.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: How to Say "I Love You" & A Swedish Treasure Story Mar 31, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For our first letter this week, we address the question of when and how to tell someone those 3 magical words.

For Letter 2, we hear the tale of a childhood prank in the Sweden of yesteryear.

Plus we discuss: oldest friends, merch updates, Rory's new old diet, show reviews, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Big Changes & Chicago St. Patrick's Day Mar 24, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For our first letter this week, we hear from a listener whose father has begun dating again after her mother's death, and wants some advice. Also, she has a question about desserts.

In our second letter, we hear a rollicking tale about a Chicago St. Patrick's Day, which leads to some fun storytelling, as one might expect.

We also discuss: the Tiger doc, deserts, and a whole lot more!

Don't forget to grab your ticket to this Saturday's Zoom show at Danielvankirk.com!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Obscure Words & Quality Smut Mar 17, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For our first letter this week, we discuss a listener's favorite obscure words, and play a little guessing game.

Then in our second letter, we discuss the plight of a listener's mother, who is an erotica e-book author, and implications for art in the age of the internet.

Plus, we talk about the beach, St. Patrick's Day, and a whole lot more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Thresholds & Getting Back Into Comedy Mar 10, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, our first letter deals with the thresholds in life -- which ones we hold dear, which we regret, and more.

Our second letter delves into the plight of a man who wants to get back into his comedy career, but it has been nearly impossible because of the relationships and obligations in his life, combined with the pandemic.

We also talk: not fixing itchy shirts, athlete warm up moves, the quaraversary, & more.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Changes Since 2012 & Folklore Mar 03, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For our first letter this week, we discuss the changes that have taken place in the US since 2012.

Then for our second letter, we talk about local folklore from our hometowns.

Plus: a remix of last week's cover of the theme song, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: The Girl Scout Experience & When To Call It Quits Feb 24, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, in our first letter we hear the tale of how the Girl Scouts drove one listener into potentially dangerous situations, and we ponder dangerous stuff we did as kids.

For Letter 2, we hear from a graduate school student who isn't sure whether or not to call it quits.

Plus we talk about: ASMR, Stereo, Pop Tarts, Zoom Show updates, and all about Rory's new Nerf guns.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Being An Only Child & Knowing A Killer Feb 17, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

In our first letter this week, we receive not only an incredible hotel lobby piano cover of our theme, but also an intriguing question from a listener who is wondering how to relate to a much younger sister.

In Letter 2, we hear from our friend Jen, who tells us about what it's like to know someone who becomes a murderer.

Plus we discuss: Playing Red Rocks, crystals, and Shanley's birthday. Happy Birthday, Shanley!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Having A Second Kid & Guilty Pleasures Feb 10, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For this week's first letter, we dive into the question of whether one of our listeners should have a second child. Then for Letter 2, we go in on some guilty pleasures.

Plus, we talk: teachers, Girl Scout cookies, The Dawn Wall, and a whole lot more!

Don't forget to grab your ticket for our Live Zoom show on February 20th! You can get your ticket at DanielVanKirk.com.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Favorite Clubs & Talking To Kids About Drugs Feb 03, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For our first letter this week, we talk about our favorite places to perform live comedy.

In our second letter, we hear a new cover of the theme song and discuss how to talk to our (current/future) kids about drugs, and other difficult subject matter.

Plus, we talk all about...wait, what were we talking about? Escape rooms! That's it.

Don't forget to get your ticket to our next Zoom show at danielvankirk.com!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Friends With Benefits & Healthy Boundaries Jan 27, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, our first letter deals with a tricky issue in a casual romantic situation.

In Letter 2, we discuss how to maintain healthy boundaries in a relationship.

Plus: an emo cover of the theme song, Rory's doc, Bingo Night Lights, s'mores, and a whole lot more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Predictions & Sharing Your Art Jan 20, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For our first letter this week, we tackle the subject of predictions. Are they luck? What role do tv and movies play?

For our second letter, we discuss how to go about building up the courage to share your art with others.

Plus: shower talk, a head-shaving/hair restoration discussion, and much more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Crying For Myself & Favorite Chips Jan 13, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, our first letter deals with a specific kind of crying -- not for others, but for yourself.

Our second letter tells a tale that leaves out some key details, but ends up asking some very important snack food questions.

Plus: the theme song in a bunch of different styles, edible, and a whole lot more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Seasons & Senses & A Family Question - LIVE on Zoom with Patrick Keenan Jan 06, 2021

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Happy New Year! We started 2021 off with a live show over Zoom with a bunch of you!

Luckily we were joined by our good friend, Patrick Keenan of the Winter Sounds, who, as you probably know, created our award-winning theme song.

Letter 1 asks us which sense you would choose to only have for each season. (Whether or not you're allowed to repeat is a matter of debate.)

For our second letter, we address a more serious question about relationships with family.

Join us for our next live show! Get tickets at DanielVanKirk.com!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Roommate Stories Dec 30, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we read a letter from a listener who tells the tale of a bad roommate and a fire. This prompts some more roommate stories.

Plus, we talk: The Wall, DVK's Robin Williams story, Rory & Daniel's Open Mic, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Christmas at the Holiday Inn & A Brine Recipe Dec 23, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, we hear all about an ingenious holiday strategy involving a hotel.

We also read a tale of familial defiance from an old friend of the show, plus a handy brine recipe along with it.

We also discuss: eczema, burgers, an update from Chicago, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Movies & TV To Watch Before Turning 40 Dec 16, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

As we get into Chex Mix season, we dive into a letter this week from a listener who is turning 40 next summer and wants to get caught up on TV and movies they've never seen. We make some recommendations.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Holiday Traditions & Would You Rather Dec 09, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week's first letter delves into the topic of holiday traditions.

For Letter 2, we discuss a very important "Would You Rather" scenario.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: The Turkey Situation & Seeing Any Event From History - Live On Zoom Dec 02, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we bring you our latest live Zoom show!

This episode we took on a Thanksgiving-themed letter, plus discussed what event from history we would choose to see first.

The next live Zoom show will take place Jan 2, 2021 -- Get your tickets at DanielVanKirk.com!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: A Message From The Past Nov 25, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, we spend the whole episode discussing a single letter that delves into the topic of time, the nature of why people have a desire to write into the show, and the very first advice column.

Plus we talk: Thanksgiving, Palsgiving, Watergate Salad, the transition, first time bike rides, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Three Secrets Nov 18, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, we read a letter full of secrets!

Plus: a Tom Arnold/Arnold Schwarzenegger story, and more!

Don't forget to get your tickets to the next live Zoom show at DanielVanKirk.com!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Ænima & Fainting Nov 11, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we discuss two letters, one involving the pronunciation of a Tool album, and another one all about fainting.

Plus, we discuss: the emo version of the theme song, Weird Rory, the state of the world, Randy Kindler, and much more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: When to Come Out Nov 04, 2020

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we only read one letter -- it's from a listener to transitioned years ago and wants to know when it's appropriate to address that fact when meeting new people -- especially when it comes to dating.

Plus, we discuss: Avant-Garden, Chinese food orders, Buffalo Bill, dad holograms, a Gurp update, silver dollar pancakes, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: A Pandemic Breakup & Finding A New Hobby - Live Zoom Show with Jon Dore Oct 28, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we bring you our latest live Zoom show, with special guest Jon Dore!

We had a blast recalling some fun stories with Jon! Then we discussed a letter about going through a breakup during a pandemic, and one about having to find a new hobby.

Hope we see you at the next one!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Being Bad At Trusting & Anxiety Oct 21, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we bring you two letters, as we usually do: Letter 1 is from a listener who is bad at trusting, and Letter 2 is all about anxiety.

Don't forget to get tickets for this week's live show at DanielVanKirk.com!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Sexuality & Remembering Badass Grandma Oct 14, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For Letter 1 this week, we hear from a listener writing in about reaching inner peace with their sexuality.

In Letter 2, our friend Amanda writes in to remember her Badass Grandma, who recently passed.

Plus, we talk: Halloween, The Good Night Show ending, mid life crises, unicycles, Sam Elliott, & more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Name Changes & Bucket Lists Oct 07, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

In this week's first letter, we discuss name changes. Then for Letter 2, we talk all about bucket lists.

Plus, we discuss: Rory's new putter, "This Is How We Do It," watching Hoosiers, riddles, & more.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Secret Marriage & Pen Pals: The Movie - Live Zoom Show Sep 30, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, we bring you September's live Zoom show!

It was a ton of fun! Dan has a surprise for Rory. Then we discuss a letter from a couple who got secretly married -- and talk to them about it!

After that, we do a table read of the cinematic triumph of the century: Pen Pals: The Movie.

Plus so much more!

Hope we see you at the next Zoom show on October 23rd! Get tickets at DanielVanKirk.com.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Weight Issues, Motivation, & Survivor Sep 23, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, our first letter deals with the subjects of struggling with weight issues, and the best ways to stay motivated.

In Letter 2, we hear about the joy of watching Survivor, and answer questions about Survivor strategy, and what reality shows we'd want to appear on.

We also talk: porn star names, Garbage Pail Kids, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Anhedonia Sep 16, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we again only have time for one letter -- a listener writes in about going through the biggest existential crisis in his life, and wants to know about the most difficult thing we have gone through.

Plus, we discuss: 9/11, Jeff Bezos, and soap opera theme songs.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Jaws Wired Shut Sep 09, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we bring you a letter from a listener whose jaws were wired shut after surgery, and had to consume a liquid diet. This leads to many different food-based discussions.

Plus: we recap the first Zoom show, Rory shares his new podcast and a house update, we engage in some cookie talk, & more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: My Best Friend's Bad-News Marriage & My First Porn Experience - Live Zoom Show! Sep 02, 2020

Pennies & Pallers!

This week we bring you our first ever live Zoom show!

For Letter 1, we read a Choose-Your-Own-Adventure-style letter that questions whether a listener should talk to his best friend about what he thinks is a toxic relationship. Then we talk to the letter-writer himself!

For Letter 2, we chat with a listener about her letter, regarding her first experience with porn.

Hope to see you at the next Zoom show on Friday, September 25th!

Sincerely,

your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: My High School Bear Attack Aug 26, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we only read one letter, but it's a doozy: the tale of a small high school prank getting a little out of control.

Then Daniel shares a wild story of high school shenanigans, and Rory shares a bear encounter of his own.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Pinterest, House Fires, & Parachutes Aug 19, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For Letter 1 this week, Rory finally gets an email about Pinterest!

In Letter 2, we hear the tale of a house fire and a serendipitous moment that followed.

Plus: Guessing the letters in the theme song, live show updates, Eddie Money talk, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Gaslit By Family & Calamity Kim Aug 12, 2020

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In the first letter this week, we hear the tale of a listener who feels gaslit by family members who hold different beliefs than him.

Letter 2 brings us the story of "Calamity Kim," and raises the subject of special teachers we may have had.

Plus: updates on the live show, birthday talk, a t-shirt announcement, Unsolved Mysteries, & more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: A Miserable Rafting Trip Aug 05, 2020

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we dive into a letter from a listener who recounts to us a miserable family rafting trip.

Plus, we announce our very first live Zoom show!! Listen in for details on how to book a spot!

We also delve into topics like: the movie "Palm Springs," the story of Rory's first Phish show, he movie "Angus," DVK planning Rory's bachelor party, 40th birthday party plans, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Backup Careers, Memorable Dreams, & Parenting While on the Road Jul 29, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

In Letter 1, a listener is looking into new careers, and wants to know what Dan and Rory would be doing if they weren't doing comedy -- and also about their memorable dreams.

For Letter 2: a listener has the opportunity of a lifetime to join a touring band. But he's about to bring a child into the world. How can he commit to both things?

Plus: The Venn Diagram Tour / Overlap Tour, cookie talk, coffee talk, a house announcement, near-death experiences, Tom Cruise, Clorm & Niff, and something new at the end of the show!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Road Trip Tips Jul 22, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

After a few weeks away, we're back!

After spending some time catching up, we hop into some short letters that involve gift cards and a brand new calendar.

Then we read a letter from a listener who's doing a cross country road trip and wants some suggestions on what route to take and what to see along the way.

Plus we discuss: Tesla RVs, Rory's hatred of okra, go-to road trip food, and methods to game the hotel cookie system.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Out of Seeds, Birthday Cards, & Tripping Jul 15, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week we bring you another episode from the Patreon archive!

We read a few shorter letters, including an update from Chris, who had been sending us seeds for a long time. Plus some birthday cards! Then we get to a letter from Sarah, who has written to us before about her haunted house experience.

Sarah tells us how she's been able to turn a corner since her traumatic brain injury, helped by the use of psilocybin mushrooms, and how she drove over 150 miles to see Dan's show after not being able to drive long distances! We wish you well, Sarah!!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Dan's Arches, Educating Yourself, & Candy Talk Jul 08, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

To start off the show, Dan has a message he'd like to share with you.

Then we have a little something different in store -- instead of a regular episode, we are bringing you the Patreon Bonus Episodes from June!

Do we ever get to any letters? ...You'll just have to listen to find out.

Will we be back to regular episodes next week? We hope so! #subjecttochange

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Getting To Know You Pop Quiz Jun 24, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

We have officially reached Episode 100!! What a #SAGA it's been.

To start off the show, we reflect on some of the big moments from the first 99 episodes.

Then we read a letter from a listener who wants to get to know us a little better, by way of a pop quiz of sorts. We cover such topics as: favorite color, first car stories, TP preferences, and more!

Here's to 100 more episodes! Thanks for listening!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: F2F with Dad & Losing Family Relationships Jun 17, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

For Letter 1 this week, a listener writes in about going F2F with a father who was not present in his life.

In Letter 2, a listener who has been sharing posts about the protests is now losing family relationships as a result.

Also discussed: peacocks, a Pen Pals ring, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Small Town Life & Accent Preferences Jun 10, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, we address the current times before jumping into our letters.

Then in Letter 1, a listener tries to provide the benefits of a small town life from their childhood to their own child while living in a much different time and place.

In Letter 2, a listener from Pittsburgh wants to know what accents we like the most.

We also discuss: Sigur Rós, plans for our upcoming 100th episode, and being a Noah-It-All.

We hope you're staying safe.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Top Bands & Navigating My Brain Jun 03, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, we meet a listener in Letter 1 who is seeking music recommendations after many years in a sheltered family.

In Letter 2, a newfound Paller hopes to learn to better navigate their brain!

Stay safe and healthy.

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Being High At Rory's Show May 27, 2020

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we finally dive into the letter from a listener who went to one of Rory's show's while high!

Plus, we discuss: Rory's new YouTube, quarantine work schedules, a PPGC update, stories about crazy shows, and more!

Stay safe and sane!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Home Bases & The Tiki Scene May 20, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, Letter 1 asks us whether having a true home base is a thing of the past due to the gig economy.

Letter 2 tackles the topic of subcultures, through the lens of the Tiki scene.

We also discuss: shooting Robbie, the PPGC, bulldozing the cabin, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Judgement House & Meat Processing Problems May 13, 2020

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In Letter 1, we discuss a different kind of haunted house.

In Letter 2, a worker at a meat processing plant is conflicted about how to deal with a very serious, dangerous issue.

Plus: discussions about Robbie, Soul Collective, MIchael Bolton, "the third wall," and more.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Dealing with Sudden Loss During Quarantine May 06, 2020

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we have a bit of an unconventional episode.

We start off by discussing "Robbie," ESPN 8 "The Ocho," and sitting behind Vince Vaughn on an all-first-class plane, before discussing the sudden loss of Rory's friend / landlord, in lieu of letters.

Diving deep into this topic, we talk: dealing with grief, the "get on the bus" style of comedy, losing a version of yourself, Newno, how to make someone feel "hugged," sitting around the fire, saying the "perfect thing," Aunt Connie's green bean casserole, and more.

Stay safe and sane,

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Friend Soulmates & Unsubscribing From Everything Apr 29, 2020

Dear Pen Pals,

This week, Letter 1 asks us if there's such a thing as friend soulmates?

Letter 2 raises an interesting philosophical query: is it better to just unsubscribe from everything to focus on your own stuff?

Plus, we pitch the idea of the PPZC (Pen Pals Zoom Choir), and discuss topics such as card games, the zodiac, tattooed doctors, and much more.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Choose Your Own Adventure - Part 2 Apr 22, 2020

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we recap our American Gladiators viewing party before continuing on in our Choose Your Own Adventure postcard series! Topics include: favorite airports, Disney cats, and more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Choose Your Own Adventure - Part 1 Apr 15, 2020

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week, Rory gets a mic and gets into intermittent fasting, we make a fun announcement, and an old friend returns.

Then we dive into a choose-your-own-adventure series of letters, leading to a bunch of fun discussions on a variety of topics.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: The Benefits of Massages & Early Retirement Apr 08, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

In our first letter, we discuss the value in getting massages regularly

And in letter 2, we talk about what to do if you can retire early

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: If Money Were No Object & Quick Hits Apr 01, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

This week we do a few quick hit letters

In our main letter we discuss what we would do if money were no object

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Wedding Speech & The Principals Office Mar 25, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

This week we give what WILL be our wedding speech

And in a letter that we may have read before, we discuss our first trips to principal's office

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Save Me From Covid-19 & When To Dry-Off Mar 18, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

This week, we give you some ideas on what to do with your time during social distancing

In our second letter, we discuss when to dry off after bathing and how to "make it"

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Grief, Being Alone & What To Do When You're Dead Mar 11, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

This week, we read 2 letters up top dealing with grief and doing things on your own.

In our second letter, we discuss the options of what to do when you are dead.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Best Man Decision & The Lonely Lunch Club LIVE from Tuxas! Mar 04, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

This week we come to you LIVE FROM THE WEEKEND OF TUXES and joined by a VERY SPECIAL GUEST!

In our first letter, we discuss the tough decision of picking and possibly changing your best man

Our second letter we talk about the importance of human interaction

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: External Depression & Having Kids Feb 26, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

In our first letter, we discuss how to deal when an external force is the cause of your depression

Our second letter we talk about the decision of wanting or not wanting to have kids

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Breakthroughs & Graduation Trip Feb 19, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

In our first letter, we discuss breakthroughs and furniture

Our second letter we help decide on where to travel for a graduation trip

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Last Meals & Cultural Dating Differences Feb 12, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

In our first letter, we discuss last meals

Our second letter we talk about how dating works in different cultures

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Goodbye Dan & Time Feb 05, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

In our first letter, we say goodbye to a paller, Dan.

Our second letter we discuss the concept of time

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Crying & Losing Religion Jan 29, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

In our first letter, we discuss the importance of crying

Our second letter is all about dealing with family religious differences

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Breaking Up & Staying Grounded Jan 22, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

In our first letter, we discuss breaking up with someone you love but not romantically

Our second letter deals with the other side of romance, when to reach out after a great connection and when to let it go

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Is Work Everything? Jan 15, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

This week we focus on one letter where we discuss what to do when your work consumes your life.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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Conan O'Brien | RE: The Sex Talk & Suicide Jan 08, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

This week we are joined by the incredible Conan O'Brien!

In our first letter, we have a talk about THE talk.

In letter 2, we discuss if suicide could be considered brave.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Wedding Plans & Child Therapy Jan 01, 2020

Dear Pennies & Pallers

In our first letter, we discuss our Bort & Jen wedding plans.

In letter 2, we talk about when to listen to your child or when to override when it comes to traumatic events.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: New Years Day & Getting The Band Back Together Dec 25, 2019

Dear Pennies & Pallers

Merry Christmas!

In our first letter, we discuss how to deal with New Years Day blues.

In letter 2, we maneuver a friend group falling apart.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Best Time of Your Life Dec 18, 2019

Dear Pennies & Pallers

This week we focus on one letter to help recognize the best times in your life.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: 10 Kids & The 5 Stages of Divorce Dec 11, 2019

Dear Pennies & Pallers

In Letter 1, we have the ultimate show grower!

In Letter 2, we discuss dealing with a friends stages of divorce

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Slackers & Shampoo Side Hustle Dec 04, 2019

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

In our first letter, we talk about working with slackers

Letter 2 we discuss dealing with an inauthentic roommate

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Podcasting Advice & First Dates Nov 27, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In our first postcard, we give our advice for starting a podcast.

In letter 2 we discuss date/text etiquette and healing after a long relationship.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: New Restaurant Traditions & Impactful People Nov 20, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter 1, we go over some traditions when trying out a new restaurant.

In our second letter we remember people that made an impact in our lives.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: The Carol Anne Episode Part 2 Nov 13, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week is part 2 of our dedication to an amazing letter handed to us #F2F

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: The Carol Anne Episode Nov 06, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we dedicate this episode to an amazing letter we were handed #F2F.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Tour Life & Ring Size Oct 30, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter 1, we talk about the ways to support artists while keeping your cool.

In letter 2, we discuss marriage and ring size.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Pompous Fruit & Haunted Houses Oct 23, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In our first letter, we talk about our favorite kind of apples, the pompousness of the fruit, and the importance of eating healthy.

In letter 2, we recount some great haunted house stories.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Our First Case & Car Accidents - LIVE from Red Clay Comedy Festival Oct 16, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we come to you live from Red Clay Comedy Festival. We connect 2 new Pen Pals from the audience #QualityMeats, we accept our very first case, have our very first flea market, and so much more!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: When To Shut Up and Take The Win? & Halloween Oct 09, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In our first letter, we discuss how to handle promotions and almost promotions at work.

In letter 2, we discuss Halloween costumes and come across a pretty magical coincidence (Thanks Aunt Connie!)

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Aliens & Fairies (The 2 postcards) Oct 02, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

We read the 2-part postcard set we received at Daniel's album recording!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Distracted Driving & Giving Credit Sep 25, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter 1, we talk about ride shares with distracted drivers.

In letter 2, we discuss credit in creative fields.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: An Announcement Sep 23, 2019

WHAT IS IT?! LISTEN AND FIND OUT!

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RE: Hurricane Dorian & Comic Moments Sep 18, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter 1, we talk about our fears and experiences with natural disasters.

In letter 2, we discuss the important moments in our comedy careers.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Is Blood Thicker Than Water & Unreasonable Fears Sep 11, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter 1, we discuss how to deal with a disrespectful family member.

In letter 2, we talk about dealing with fear.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Shoe Hero & Artists Who Are Bad People Sep 04, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In our first letter, we go over the importance of good deeds.

In letter 2, we discuss when an artist is a bad person.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Pointing Fingers & Falling in Love Aug 28, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

We have a one letter episode but it was one hell of a letter!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Dementia & Stand-up Friends Aug 21, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In our first letter, we discuss whether or not to reconnect with a parent.

In our second letter, we talk about friends in comedy.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Flaky Friends & Bad Birthdays Aug 14, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter 1, we discuss how to deal with a flaky friend and ending friendships.

In our second letter, we talk about bad birthdays.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Staying In The Band & Reality TV Aug 07, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In the first letter, we discuss the importance of sticking with your dreams when you've made it so far.

In letter 2, we discover that Rory does NOT like reality TV.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Education & Screen Time Jul 31, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter 1, we dissect the education system and its future.

In letter 2, we discuss how to talk to family about their screen time.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Moving to Chicago & Showing Affection Jul 24, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In letter 1, we encourage you to expand your horizons and go on adventures while also being smart about it.

In letter 2, we discuss the different ways to go about working on a relationship.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Getting Rid of Waste & Our Favorite Sports Movies Jul 17, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

We only read one letter this week but it leads us into one hell of a conversation.

We also give a warm farewell to a dear friend...

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Split Parents & What Is Reading Jul 10, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In Letter 1, we explore the options when parents are split between their two children.

In Letter 2, we discuss what it means to "read" something.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Surprise Concert & Adult Baby Convention Jul 03, 2019

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Rory is back in the studio and we read a letter about a surprise concert from an awesome parent.

In Letter 2, we discuss the many things people can be into!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Jessica the Ghost & Failing the Bar - LIVE from Clusterfest Jun 26, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we come to you live from Clusterfest!

First, we set up a brand new pair of pen pals from the audience. Then we dive into Letter 1, which is all about a creepy ghost child named Jessica.

In Letter 2, we lend some encouraging words to a listener who failed the bar exam!

Sincerely,Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Was I Mean To An Old Guy? & Bachelor Parties Jun 12, 2019

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

Rory's still in Atlanta, but we still have an episode for you!

In Letter 1, a man isn't sure if he was too mean to an old guy, and we jump into it.

In Letter 2, we talk about whether bachelor parties are worth it.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Music Tastes & Debating A Vasectomy Jun 05, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week, we are back -- even if Rory is calling in from afar!

In our first letter, we discuss music tastes -- how they're formed and how they change (or don't).

For Letter 2, we try to lend some advice to a listener who is debating a vasectomy.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: A Special Message from Rory & Daniel May 22, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Unfortunately, we do not have an episode for you this week because of our travel schedules. We're as bummed as you are about this.

But we are doing everything we can to have an episode for you next week!

Thank you for your understanding and patience. We love all of you and will continue soon with regular episodes.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Wrecked by an Escalator & Meeting People Through Improv May 15, 2019

Dear Pennies & Pallers,

This week, we dive into a story of pain involving an escalator in Letter 1, and tell tales of personal injuries.

In Letter 2, we discuss how to find new friends through improv!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Sex Addiction & A Prank War May 08, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In Letter 1, a listener reveals her deepest, darkest secret about her husband's sex addiction.

Then we open a special Cracker Barrel care package!

In Letter 2, we discuss a listener's ongoing prank war.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Employee Shenanigans & Hickeys May 01, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

For this week's Letter 1, we discuss being employees at shitty jobs!

In Letter 2, we talk all about hickeys!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Weird Texts from Mom & Seeming Mean - LIVE from Dallas Apr 24, 2019

Dear Pallers,

This week we bring you a very special live episode from the Dallas Comedy Festival!

Lots of fun stuff happens -- we get an update about the Mystery in Manhattan straight from the source, and we connect two Pallers together to become Pen Pals!

Then we read some letters, with the letter-writers in attendance!

First, we tackle a letter from a Paller who doesn't know how to react to strange texts from his mom.

Then we dive into a letter from a Paller who knows he often comes across as mean, and isn't sure what to do about it.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Body Hair & Mystery in Manhattan Update Apr 17, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In Letter 1, a listener writes in with a quandary about BO and shaving body hair.

In Letter 2, we get an update on the Mystery in Manhattan!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: A Year in Prison & Traveling vs Settling Down Apr 10, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In Letter 1, we discuss: what would be worth risking a year of prison for?

In Letter 2, we respond to a listener who is facing a choice between traveling to live somewhere new after graduating or settling down.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel and Rory

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RE: Saving Lives & Sandwich Talk Apr 03, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week, we start the show off with a special happy birthday.

Then in Letter 1, a Paller describes having his life saved by his friends and we discuss live-saving situations we've been in.

In Letter 2, we get into some serious sandwich talk. So serious that we almost forget to finish the letter.

#stayonthedriveway

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Engagement Ring For Sale & Worrying About Wife's Weight - Live in Los Angeles! Mar 27, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

Well, our first live show in Los Angeles got off to a wild and unexpected start. #kickachair

Once we settle down and get to the letters, we discuss the plight of a Paller who wants to sell an engagement ring, and try to figure out what led to that decision.

Letter 2 brings us a man who isn't sure how to approach a sensitive topic about his wife's weight.

All in all, our second live show was an #RRGT!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Tuxas Redux & Romanticizing Endings Mar 20, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week, we take a moment to reflex on the magical time we spent during the Weekend of Tuxas. Then we discuss our tendencies as humans to romanticize the endings of things.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: 19-Going-On-20 Advice & Theme Parties Mar 13, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week we field a letter from 19-going-on-20 listener seeking advice, and a then a letter all about themed parties!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Fetishes & An Affair - Live from Tuxas! Mar 06, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

It happened. We went to Galveston, Texas to attend the Local Billionaire's ball. Usher may have even talked to Daniel. We were Junior Grand Marshals in the Mardi Gras Parade. And we performed our first-ever live show! This is the recording of that historic event.

In Letter 1, we talk all about fetishes -- what they are, where they come from, and more.

Letter 2 brings us the twisty-turny tale of a man who has found himself in a sticky romantic plight of his own making.

Then some listeners read us postcards they brought, on topics such as best birthdays, chair-replacement policy, and more!

The Weekend of Tuxas was a blast, and we'll be doing more live shows soon -- so keep posted!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: The Pigeon Mystery & The Loss of a Coworker Feb 27, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

The first letter we read this week recounts a mystery involving dead pigeons, and we try to get to the bottom of it.

Then we open a package from a crafty Paller who made some amazing sashes for the parade!

In the second letter, a Paller tells us about her coworker who recently committed suicide and what a shock it was. Dan and Rory open up about their friend and fellow comedian who also was recently lost to suicide, Brody Stevens.

The National Suicide Prevention Hotline is 1-800- 273-8255. There are always people who care about you.

#positivepush

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Having Kids & National Days Feb 20, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

This week, Letter 1 brings us questions from Ryan, who is nervous about bringing children into this crazy world of ours.

In Letter 2, a listener asks us what national day we would create, if given the chance!

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Mystery in Manhattan & Dumb Things Feb 13, 2019

Dear Pennies and Pallers,

In response to this week's Letter 1, we try to help a listener solve a weird Airbnb mystery!

Then for Letter 2, we hear a story about a dumb mistake involving a Clorox wipe and a microwave, and talk about dumb things we've done ourselves. #beatacabin

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Coffee Shops & Board Game Traditions Feb 06, 2019

Dear Pallers,

In Letter 1, a listener tells us about a Back to the Future-themed coffee shop, which opens up a larger coffee shop discussion.

In Letter 2, a listener asks about board game traditions. Plus, we learn a new fact about Mr. Belvedere. #PloppedAndPopped

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: A Random Roomie & A Talk with the Boss Jan 30, 2019

Dear Pallers,

We start the show off with a big announcement!

Then in Letter 1, we hear the tale of an uncomfortable roomie situation on a boat in New Zealand.

For Letter 2, a listener needs some advice on how to talk to his boss/buddy and steer his company back on track.

#growtheshow

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Grandma & A Big Chunk of Change Jan 23, 2019

Dear Pallers,

In Letter 1, a listener tells us about all about their badass Grandma, and also passes along a wedding invite!

For Letter 2, a listener wants to know how to best deal with some newfound wealth.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: The Weekend of Tuxas & A Graduation Speech Jan 16, 2019

Dear Pallers,

In Letter 1, a listener fulfills one of our wildest dreams by inviting us to hypothetically be in a Mardi Gras parade and attend a black tie event put on by a local billionaire. Will we do it? The odds are #8020.

For Letter 2, a listener is honored to have been chosen to make a speech at her former high school's graduation, and wants some tips.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Cannibal Questions & The Hydration Challenge Jan 09, 2019

Dear Pallers,

This week we discuss the August Birthday Curse and read some reviews before diving headfirst into Letter 1, in which a mom tells the tale of her child's cannibal-related queries.

In Letter 2, a simple "Hydration Challenge" threatens to tear a family apart when no one can decide what counts as water.

#growtheshow

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: A Karaoke Proposal & Talking Politics with Dad Jan 02, 2019

Dear Pallers,

Happy New Year!

This week, we open with a letter asking for advice about a potential karaoke wedding proposal.

Letter 2 asks for advice about wading into political conversation with a father who holds relatively unknown political views.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Ruining Christmas & Dissecting Humor Dec 26, 2018

Dear Pallers,

Happy Holidays!

In Letter 1, a listener wants to know if she is being too dramatic about her sister not visiting for the holidays. Plus, we read her sister's response letter!

Letter 2, from Al the Pal, seeks to investigate and understand the very nature of humor itself.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Ghost Crisis & Psychedelic Drugs Dec 19, 2018

Dear Pallers,

This week, we start off with both a Rory Rant Moment and a Rad Rory Moment

In Letter 1, a listener writes in about a series of disturbing, possibly ghostly experiences at camp, and she doesn't know what to think.

Letter 2 taps into the world of psychedelic drugs and the transformative experiences they can bring.

#SAGA #growtheshow #grewtheshoe

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Calling Dibs & Rushing Ten Yards Dec 12, 2018

Dear Pallers,

This week, we address a letter about calling dibs on your parking spot during the winter.

Then, in response to Letter 2, we discuss whether we have what it takes to rush ten yards against an NFL team.

#growtheshow #saga

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Going F2F with Mom & High School Expectations Dec 05, 2018

Dear Pallers,

In this week's first letter, a listener doesn't know whether to go F2F with her mother, who has a history of being hurtful.

The second letter questions how to reconcile what you do now with what your high school expectations of yourself were.

#growtheshow

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Balding & Committal Nov 28, 2018

Dear Pallers,

This week we read a letter from a friend who is balding and isn't sure how to deal with it.

Then, a letter from someone who is unsure about committing to marrying her boyfriend, especially considering her secret crush.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

#growtheshow

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RE: Long Distance Love & Addiction Nov 21, 2018

Dear Pallers,

This week we start things off with a letter from someone who isn't sure what path to take RE their long distance relationship.

Next, a listener is concerned about their friend's drinking, and wants to know what to do.

#SAGA #growtheshow

Sincerely,

Your Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: The Groom's Perspective & Conspiracy Theories Nov 14, 2018

Dear Pallers,

This week, we start a new tradition by responding to some quick questions that were left in the iTunes reviews! #growtheshow

Then we dive back into the controversial case of the Co-Best Man, but this time from the groom's side of things. We agree he should deal with the issue by going #F2F.

SAGA!

For Letter 2, we put on our tinfoil hats to talk conspiracies, like the JFK assassination, flat earth, and the moon landing.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Millennials & Falling For A Friend Nov 07, 2018

Dear Pallers,

So much in store for you this week. Before we get to the letters, Rory tells a spooky post-Halloween story about a haunted giraffe figurine.

In Letter 1, a pen pal wonders if the millennials in his workplace are entitled and lazy. It's a tricky question, but then again, didn't every generation think that of the younger crowd?

For Letter 2, a pen pal has fallen for their best guy-friend, and doesn't know whether to stay on the easy path, or follow their heart and risk it all for love. #todayisnottomorrow

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals

Daniel & Rory

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RE: Ruining A Wedding & Having A Trash-Mouth Oct 31, 2018

Dearest Pallers,

This week we respond to a pen pal who wants to be the best man at his friend's wedding, and is considering starting some drama at the altar.

Our second letter is from a boss who's worrying about how he comes across to his employees, and wants some advice.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Fears & Adult Friending Oct 24, 2018

Dear Pallers,

This week, we field a letter from a friend about fear. Then after reading the second letter, we chat about how to make friends during adulthood.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Communication & Ghosts Oct 17, 2018

Dear Pallers,

This week Daniel and Rory talk about how to communicate with the people most important to you -- and answer a very important pie question.

Then, since it is almost Halloween after all: a discussion of ghosts! #OpenInviteMKFD

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Dating Dad's Drummer & Is She Cheating? Oct 10, 2018

Dear Pen Pals,

This week, Daniel and Rory jump into a tricky dating situation between a woman and the drummer in her dad's band. Should she tell her dad? #SFOTL

In Letter #2, a man suspects his girlfriend might be cheating on him, and doesn't know what to do. Daniel and Rory try to unpack what's going on under the surface.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Sleep Paralysis & Universal Basic Income Oct 03, 2018

Dear Pallers,

This week Daniel and Rory talk about their experiences with sleep paralysis in response to Letter 1. It's a scary phenomenon, but you gotta just roll with it!

The the guys discuss the concept of a universal basic income, in response to Letter 2.

We hope you enjoy the episode as much as you'd enjoy a basket of #babybiscuits.

Sincerely,

Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory

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RE: Concerts, Being Stuck, & Worrying - with Reggie Watts Sep 26, 2018

Dear Pen Pals, Big news! For the first time ever, this week we are joined in the studio by our Pen Pal, musican/comedian/actor Reggie Watts! Rory, Daniel (Vaniel Kaniel), and Reggie respond to letters about their favorite concert stories, being stuck (creatively and otherwise), and dealing with an existential crisis. It's a blast! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals, Rory, Daniel, and Reggie

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RE: Cults & Agoraphobia Sep 19, 2018

Dear Pallers, This week Daniel and Rory field a letter asking how they would form their own personal cults. Then they respond to a Paller who feels stuck in a rut and is struggling with agoraphobia. Sincerely, Your Pen Pals

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RE: Acting Your Age & Family Traditions Sep 12, 2018

This week, Daniel and Rory respond to letters on the topics of acting your age and family traditions!

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RE: Time Travel & Friendship Sep 05, 2018

Rory and Daniel catch up on their Twitter polls before jumping into Letter 1, which seeks an answer to the question of time travel. Letter 2 addresses the age-old query: can two people who are attracted to each other just be friends?

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RE: Favorites & Comments Aug 29, 2018

In response to Letter 1, Daniel and Rory answer a question about their favorite things, while laughing all the way to the Cracker Barrel store. In Letter 2, a pen pal doesn't know how to -- or whether he even should -- tell his girlfriend that he thinks she's wearing too much makeup.

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RE: Eating & Finding a Partner Aug 22, 2018

In Letter 1, Daniel and Rory address questions about what order to eat a meal in, and whether college is supposed to be the best years of your life. Letter 2 is from a pen pal who wants some advice on finding a romantic partner. Also, Daniel and Rory debate the definition of "stationery."

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RE: Cohabitating & Wedding Planning Aug 15, 2018

This week, Daniel and Rory help a Paller prepare to move in with a significant other, and offer wedding advice to a future groom. #SlideTheSlogan #JaredLeftDan

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RE: Staying Informed & Toxic Relationships Aug 08, 2018

It's tough out there, but Daniel & Rory are here to talk you through it. This week brings a letter from a friend who says that keeping up with the news is hurting him. Then we have another letter from someone who's in a rough spot with someone they're close to and their significant other.

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RE: Golf & Best-Ratio Foods Aug 01, 2018

This week Rory shares some expert golf advice in response to Letter 1. Here's a hint: start with your putting. Then in Letter 2, Daniel and Rory have a lively discussion about which foods are highest on the work-to-reward ratio. Is it sunflower seeds? Chicken wings? Bolognese sauce? Listen to find out.

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RE: Dog Poop & Karmic Crustaceans Jul 25, 2018

Letter 1 brings us a housetraining dilemma, and Rory drops some breaking news about his family dog. In Letter 2, Daniel and Rory wade into a philosophical query that involves karma and how it relates to eating lobster.

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RE: Chasing Your Dreams & Choosing Your Cookies Jul 18, 2018

Daniel and Rory start off Episode 2 with a letter from Jennifer, a former Californian and current owner of an indeterminate quantity of ducks, who is seeking guidance in the pursuit of her comedy dreams as she nears her 50th birthday. Letter 2 brings a more lighthearted query about deciding which cookie to choose from the "sampler platter."

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RE: An Unsolved Bank Robbery & Free Will Jul 11, 2018

For Episode 1 of Pen Pals, Daniel and Rory delve into the mysterious unsolved case of the Hole in the Ground Gang. Who were they? How did they do it? Did they break even? Then in Letter 2, they attempt to solve the age-old conundrum of free will, all ...

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Teaser 3 - RE: A Nipple Conundrum Jul 04, 2018

In the third and final Teaser, Daniel and Rory field a Twitter DM from a guy named Joe who has had a question on his mind for months... about nipples.

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Teaser 2 - RE: Taking Time to Work on Yourself Jun 27, 2018

Daniel and Rory respond to a letter from a writer named Junior who's facing a difficult choice: hold the status quo with a great job and girlfriend while struggling daily with his mental health, or go to a 30-day in-patient treatment center? Note - If ...

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Teaser 1 - RE: Self Love Jun 18, 2018

In the first teaser episode of the podcast, Daniel and Rory tackle the topic of self love through the lens of The Cheesecake Factory.

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