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Why? Episode 346- Falling asleep with Northwoods Baseball Mar 31, 2025

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Mr King is the creator of a fascinating podcast designed for you to not stay awake for the whole thing. Calling back baseball on the radio, The Northwoods Baseball Network is designed to help you fall asleep- no big hits, no exciting plays. It's a wonderful way to drift off to dreamland.

You can find Northwoods Baseball wherever you get your podcasts or you can check out their website.

Why? Episode 345- Grant Philipo from the Las Vegas Showgirl Museum Mar 24, 2025

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This week is a fascinating conversation with Gran Philipo, the founder of the Las Vegas Showgirl Museum. How fascinating? There was so much of it, we had to split it up into two episodes. (And we barely touch on the museum in the first part.) Though, when you hear Grant's story, you will be aching to see his incredible work on display at the museum.

For more information on the museum and to schedule your visit, check out their website.

Why? Episode 344- The Bumper Sticker Bandit Mar 17, 2025

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Isn't annoying when you see someone who parks so terribly, it makes life harder for everyone else? Well, there is a vigilante out there, placing insulting bumpers tickers on offending vehicles. He's called The Bumper Sticker Bandit and his stickers are now turning up all over the world.

If you want to see some of his work, you can find him on TikTok and Instagram and you can order bumper stickers of your own directly from his website.

Why? Epsiode 343- The Aqualillies Mar 10, 2025

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The Aqualillies are a unique performance group, combining classic water ballet with a much more modern choreography. From movies and TV to weddings and other parties, there is no better way to celebrate than pool-side with synchronized swimming.

For more information, check out their website.

Why? Episode 342- Peace Advocate and Author Gabriel Meyer Mar 03, 2025

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Gabriel Meyer has spent his life working towards encouraging peace between everyone. And in his new novel, On a Verge of a Verb, Meyer loosely adapts his own story into a tale of working for peace across the globe.

Needless to say, it's a fascinating conversation when you get Gabriel talking about his experiences and what he's learned along the way. On the Verge of a Verb is available right now wherever you get your books. For information, check out his website.

Why? Episode 341- Music Insider Paul Rappaport Feb 24, 2025

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For almost 30 years Paul Rappaport worked at Columbia records in the promotion department. That job led him to crossing paths with Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Pink Floyd and many others. His new book (out April 1st) is called "Gliders Over Hollywood" and is available for pre-order.

Why? Episode 340- Music Engineer/Producer Glenn Berger Feb 17, 2025

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In another lifetime, Dr Glenn Berger found himself working at A&R studios in New York, along such music legends as Paul Simon, James Brown, Phoebe Snow and Bob Fosse.

In his memoir, Never Say No to a Rock Star, Glenn recounts some of the most memorable moments in a career filled with them, at a time when musicians ruled the earth.

Why? Episode 339- Naked Filmmaking with JP Riley Feb 10, 2025

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JP Riley has had quite the life so far, and he's not even close to done. After making the hit independent film Act Naturally in 2011, he's back with the follow-up, Act Supernaturally. On top of writing, directing and producing, (he's also worked on Eddie Murphy's Axel F and the video for Taylor Swift's "You Need to Calm Down") he also wrote the music with his band Nak'd Lion.
Act Supernaturally is scheduled for release in the US on April 20th. (We'll share links when they're available.) And you can find Nak'd Lion's music wherever you get your music.

Why? Epsiode 338- Boxing Ref Jack Reiss Feb 03, 2025

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Refereeing any sport is hard, but boxing? You try keeping a level head and pay attention to the right things with the lights, the judges, the cameras, the crowd... oh, and two people hitting each other very hard.

Jack has taken his experience and is helping prepare other referees to be ready to go when the bell rings. For more information on Jack and Sole Arbiter, his ref training school, check out his website.

Why? Epsiode 337- Dog Sledding Jan 27, 2025

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Alex Therriault might have it all figured out. He's turned his love of animals and dog sledding into a successful business and racing career.
Coming from a family of dog sledders, Alex still races and now offers tours and trips for people looking to learn more about these animals and the sport, or just to have a unique weekend in Maine.
For more information, check out the Ultimate Dog Sledding Experience website or follow them on Instagram.

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