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Why? Episode 286- The American Museum of the House Cat Feb 05, 2024

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Ask any house cat you know- they will tell you they are most deservedly worthy of a museum. Thankfully, there's the American Museum of the House Cat, a celebration of all things cat-related. We talked with Dr Simms, the founder of the museum and Julie, the museum's director. (Museum cat Mimi was too busy to talk with us.)
For more information, you can check out the museum's website, or follow them on Facebook or Instagram. And if you'd prefer to follow Mimi, she is on Instagram too.

Why? Episode 285- The Kennedy Assassination in LEGO Jan 29, 2024

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Like many people, Eric Peschke grew up fascinated by the assassination of President John F Kennedy. So, Eric did what any curious child would do; he built the entire scene in LEGO. And now that model is heading to the Sixth Floor museum in Dallas, Texas.

We talked with Eric about the model, it’s building and how it grew over the years. To see the model for yourself, check it out on Facebook. It's pretty cool.

Why? Episode 284- Jon Scott on Tom Petty Jan 22, 2024

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Jon Scott worked as a record promotion guy with a lot of great artists, but his most important, and meaningful, relationship was with Tom Petty. (In fact, Jon can be credited for breaking Petty, long after the record company gave up on him.) In his new book, Tom Petty and Me, Scott recounts a life-long friendship with one of the great American songwriters of all time.
To get a copy of Jon's book, visit his website.

Why? Episode 283- 1/6 the graphic novel Jan 15, 2024

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What would have happened if the January 6th insurrection had been successful? Harvard law professor Alan Jenkins co-wrote the book. It is a fascinating study of what could have happened. You can order the first two issues of 1/6: The Graphic Novel on Amazon, or you can get it on the comics' website. Alan also has a petition started on MoveOn.org, to ban insurrections from holding public office. You might want to sign it.

Why? Episode 282- Broadway actor and musician Jalen Harris Jan 08, 2024

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Jalen Harris first came to prominence on American Idol, but that's just the beginning of his story. Since then, he's starred on Broadway in The Lion King and he's currently playing Eddie Kendricks in the touring company of Ain't Too Proud to Beg. And now he's sharing his own voice with his EP ManneKin.
We talked with Jalen about his journey and how his work on stage informed his own music. For more information, follow Jalen on Instagram.

Why? Episode 281 World Naked Gardening Day Jan 01, 2024

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One way folks get into naturism is through something as easy as gardening. World Naked Gardening Day is an annual celebration designed to encourage folks to try naturism and to get in touch with the world around them.
We talked with Bill Schroer about the day and it's celebration. On top of that, Bill runs the Nuance Naturist B&B in Battle Creek, Michigan.
For more information about World Naked Gardening Day, check out their website. And if you want to learn more about The Nuance B&B or want to book a stay, check out their website.

Why? Episode 280- The Cure's Lol Tolhurst Dec 25, 2023

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Lol Tolhurst knows of that which he speaks. As the founding drummer of The Cure, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer had a great vantage point to the evolution of goth style. And in his new book, "Goth: A History," Lol tells that story. It's part memoir and part study of an art form- and it's all really enjoyable. (As is his new record.)
"Goth: A History" is available right now wherever you get your books. And for more information, check out Lol's website.

Why? Episode 279- A Very Why Christmas (Flash's Version) Dec 18, 2023

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We gather together to celebrate another year done and another to come. We share some of our favorite Christmas music- and it's not the usual stuff- we promise you can't find these songs on Spotify. We also celebrate Whamageddon and award the coveted title of "Dink of the Year." (And somebody better clear off their mantle!)

Why? Episode 278- Theme Park Entertainment with Mark Brymer Dec 11, 2023

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Mark Brymer has spent a career in theme park entertainment. And while that started as performing in some of the shows you see at Six Flags and other similar amusement parks, it has brought him to some amazing places, including collaborating with Dolly Parton among others.
We talked with Mark about his career and the things he's learned along the way. You can see Mark's holiday show, "Holidays in the Park."

Why? Episode 277- Shemp Howard: More Than a Stooge Dec 04, 2023

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Shemp Howard can be a polarizing Stooge amongst fans. But what role did he play in making the Three Stooges the group we all know and love today? Would they even be popular now without his presence?
We talked with Geoff Dale, author of a new book, More Than a Stooge: Shemp Howard is available now wherever you get your books.

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