Popcorn Pals

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RE: Family Legends & Former Friends Aug 11, 2021

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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,