Popcorn Pals

Latest Episodes:

RE: Family Legacy & Surprising Yourself Sep 13, 2023

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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

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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

PS - Get your PALSTRONG wristbands at https://thepenpalspod.bigcartel.com/!

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

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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

PS - you can check out CVT Soft Serve at www.cvtsoftserve.com

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RE: Outgrowing Friends & Grim History Aug 23, 2023

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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

PS - Get your PALSTRONG wristbands HERE!

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

PS - Get your PALSTRONG wristbands HERE!

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RE: Unconditional Love & Broken Phone Jul 19, 2023

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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

PS - get yourself a PALSTRONG wristband HERE!

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

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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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