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Hosted by Heidi Hedquist/ Luke Poling · EN
Naked skydivers. Jeopardy champions. Rodeo clowns. Suzi Quatro. Professional mascots. Competitive eaters. Astronauts. Cherry Vanilla. Renaissance fair kings. Benjamin Franklin. Olympic Curlers. Mandalorians. Gay erotica writers. Mermaids. Fruit cake tossers. Martha Wash. Dolphin Lovers. Hair collectors. Strippers. And satanists. We've talked to them all. On Why? every week we talk with another guest leading a fascinating life.
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Why? Episode 407- Author Nikki Mammano on "Breaking Good"
6d ago00:29:46Tap to summarizeNikki Mammano's memoir, "Breaking Good," is a harrowing if not eventually uplifting story, telling the story of how a drug dealer in Hawaii became one of the biggest dealers in the state and then how she was able to rebuild a sustainable and positive life when it all came crashing down.For more information, check out her website.
Transcribe →Why? Episode 406- Dearly Departed Tours
2w ago00:39:56Tap to summarizeFor decades Scott Michaels has been leading people around Los Angeles to see some of the death sites of the famous and infamous. And now he's taken the tour on-line and is sharing items in his collection (Jayne Mansfield's car, Don Rickles' fan, etc.) and so much more on YouTube.For more information, check out Scott's website or on YouTube.
Transcribe →Why? Episode 405- Author Mark Mustian
3w ago00:33:00Tap to summarizeMark Mustian likes to explore fascinating worlds and then write about them. And his most recent book, Boy With Wings, is a great example of Mark's work. You can pick up a copy wherever you get your books. For more information, check out his website.
Transcribe →Why? Episode 404- It's Dorothy Documentary
4w ago00:37:50Tap to summarizeA new documentary, directed by friend of the show Jeffrey McHale explores the legend and legacy of the one and only Dorothy Gale from Kansas. It's now streaming on Peacock, but will be available elsewhere soon.
Transcribe →Why? Epsiode 403- Civil War Tails
May 400:30:55Tap to summarizeHow do you make Civil War history even more interesting? You build dioramas of important battles with cats, of course! (and then exhibit them in Gettysburg, PA) We talked with Rebecca, one of the two sisters responsible for this unique museum. For more information and to go visit them, (and you want to do that) check out their website.
Transcribe →Why? Episode 402- Building the Orca II
Apr 2700:32:56Tap to summarizeWhat do you if you love the movie Jaws and want to share that love with people from around the world? Well, if you're Jon Fieldhouse, you build a boat that looks exactly like the one from the movie and offer tours.We talked with Jon about his hard work in building something that has ended up being incredibly moving for Jaws fans.For more information and to book your time aboard the Orca II, check out their website.
Transcribe →Why? Episode 401- Celebrating Tura Satana and her documentary
Apr 2000:41:54Tap to summarizeTo know about Tura Satana is to know of her fascinating story of triumph and success amidst many, many challenges. There's a new documentary telling her full story openly and honestly. We sat down with director/producer Cody Jarrett and producer Siouxzan Perry to talk about movie, it's making, and their relationships with the woman herself."Tura!" is streaming now on many platforms. For more information, you can check out the movie's website.
Transcribe →Why? Episode 400- American Treasure Tour
Apr 1300:30:46Tap to summarizeThe American Treasure Tour in Oaks, Pennsylvania is unlike any other museum or display you've ever seen. We'd try to describe it, but we really can't. Best to let someone who works there explain it all to you.For more information, check out their website, or you can follow them on Facebook.
Transcribe →Why? Episode 399- Adult Content Creator Naomi Noel
Apr 600:26:58Tap to summarizeNaomi Noel recently made headlines in an interview where she said that she made $12,000 a month with her feet pictures. Of course, there is more to Naomi, and we get into all of it. For more information, you can find all of Naomi's links at All My Links.
Transcribe →Why? Episode 398- Martin Popoff on Kiss in 76
Mar 3000:37:08Tap to summarizeEnjoy this special episode from our sister show, "Rock n' Roll Grad School."Martin Popoff has a new book out. If that hasn't got your putting on your coat and heading out to your nearest bookstore, you clearly don't know Martin's work. But, if you don't, the new book is about Kiss in 1976- an important year in the band's history. "Kiss 76" is available right now from Motor Books. The book isn't your typical "coffee table" book. It's a feast for your senses. Martin takes readers on a journey through time to track not only the band during the iconic year, but also a whole lot of everything else that made 50 years ago one for the ages. Our chat with Martin is always filled with interesting information for diehard and casual music fans alike. It's like being seated at a great dinner party.You may ask, "Does the world really need another KISS book?" The answer is unequivocally, "Yes, it needed this one."With photos rarely seen anywhere else and chock full of great facts, you won't be disappointed. Luke and Heidi have been talking about it for weeks. To get a copy for yourself, visit your local bookstore or order one wherever you buy your books.
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