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RE: Tool & Travel Bets Nov 22, 2023

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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