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Why? Episode 266- The Moist Towelette Museum Sep 18, 2023

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If you're looking for a travel destination, look no further. The Moist Towelette Museum in East Lansing, MI has something for everybody and you can spend hours looking at the collection. John French is the founder and director of the museum and he walks us through the impressive collection he has amassed of moist towelettes.
If you want to see part of the museum's collection, check out their website.

Why? Episode 264- A creative approach to learning Sep 11, 2023

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People are always looking for new ways to make learning fun for kids. What about using the tools everyone already has within them? Jamie Parganos started Creative Muse using creativity to help kids learn. (And it's not just kids- Jamie has seen the same approach help adults solve problems too!) The program is now in-place at some schools in New York and, shocker, they're seeing great results.
For more information, check out the Creative Muse website.

Why? Episode 264- 'Hammer of the Dogs' author Jarret Keene Sep 04, 2023

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Who doesn't love a dystopian action story rife with 80's references and set in the fascinating/scary world of Las Vegas? We'll wait.
Thankfully Jarret Keene has put pen to paper to bring us his debut novel, Hammer of the Dogs, an action-packed story for young and old. And lest you think this is Jarret's first time writing, he's a professor at the University of Nevada.. he's legit.
For more information and to order the book, check out the University of Nevada Press website.

Why? Episode 263- Famous Last Words- We have a new podcast! Aug 28, 2023

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If two podcasts weren't enough, we're adding a third one to our slate. This one is different. It's shorter and it offers a look into some of the most interesting people in history- and their final words. Titled, Famous Last Words, the show is a short examination of the life and episodes that led to our subject making their final utterance.
And in this special sneak preview, we offer a listen to two episodes of the show. No one else has heard them! The two episodes feature the final words of Mary Blandy and Nostradamus. What did they say? And why did they say it? Listen in...
Be sure to subscribe to Famous Last Words available wherever you get your podcasts. And please follow us on Facebook and Twiter, or whatever the hell they're calling it now.

Why? Episode 262- Transgender Actor and Activist Samantha Rogers Aug 21, 2023

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It's hard to summarize our conversation with Samantha Rogers. Is it too much to say, just listen to it? We touch on a lot of things about the fight and acceptance of transgender equality. Samantha also talks about her work with TGDetroit, a group that holds gatherings for the transgender community in the Detroit area. You can find more information about them at their website. But, otherwise, just listen to Samantha's story. You'll be better for it.

Why? Episode 261- Celebrating International Go Topless Day Aug 14, 2023

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All the Go Topless movement is asking for is equality. And on Saturday, August 26th, the group will be celebrating International Go Topless Day. How do you join in? Simple. Just talk off your top. We talked with Nadine Gary, president of the Go Topless movement.
For more information, check out the group's website, or follow them on Facebook or on Instagram.

Why? Episode 260- Sideshow Gelato Aug 07, 2023

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The phrase on their logo says it all- 'Everybody's happy on the inside.' We talked with Jay Bliznick about his origin story, how he learned how to make gelato and what sort of sights and sounds greet every customer upon entering the shop.
For more information, you can check out Sideshow Gelato's website, or follow them on Facebook or Instagram. And for information about the shows and other special events happening at the shop, check out the Sideshow Chicago website.

Why? Episode 259- The Rascals' Felix Cavaliere Jul 31, 2023

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This week we're running a conversation that we had on our sister show that's good enough to talk about on Why? (Plus, if you're looking for something to read on vacation...)
His songs have been popular with generations of listeners. Now, for the first time, Felix Cavaliere tells the fascinating story of his life, both on and off the road with folks like Jimi Hendrix, Steve Cropper and, of course, The Rascals.
"Memoir of a Rascal" is available right now wherever you get your books. For more information, check out Felix's website, or follow him on Facebook.

Why? Episode 258- Practice with John Vorhaus Jul 24, 2023

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What is practice? How do you define it? Why do you do it? And how do you do it even though you may not want to? John Vorhaus has a fascinating take on the art of practice with his new book The Book of Practice.
For more information and to order a copy of the book, check out John's website.

Why? Episode 257- DJ Lance Rock Jul 17, 2023

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What can we say about the great DJ Lance Rock? From his work on Yo! Gabba Gabba! To his work behind the turntables, Lance is wonderful. And we had a great conversation with him.
For more information, check out DJ Lance's website, or follow him on Instagram.

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