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Show Me State Of Mind

Dan Friesen
Missouri
Indiana Beach
Dreams
Bray Wyatt
Humansville, United States
Niles, United States
Wyoming, West Virginia
Precious Moments Chapel
Chicago
New York
Mutual Aid
Food Not Bombs
Leaning Tower Of Pisa
Illinois
West Virginia
Sandy Hook Elementary School
Sam Butcher
Robbie Parker
Grief
Monticello

Missouri is known as the "Show Me State," which is dumb. On the flip side of the coin, Dan is a guy from Missouri and he likes to be shown things, even if those things are sometimes pretty dumb. This podcast is a means for him to seek those places out, and meditate on how they relate to their human experience. Music by DJ Danarchy Cover art by Angela Lampsbury

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Dan continues exploring the East Coast by hopping over to New Jersey, to live out a childhood fantasy of walking the Monopoly board in Atlantic City. After checking that off his bucket list, he sits down with Adrienne (aka Angela Lampsbury) to discus... more

Dan continues his trek across the states by setting off to see The Odyssey in Ithaca, NY. Much like in the epic poem, things don't go quite according to plan, and he ends up having a conversation with his dad about what led him to study Greek back in... more

Dan's adventure continues as he goes to a theme park in Indiana to answer the question if you can feel the magic in a place that was part of your friend's glory days. Dan visits Indiana Beach, where his good friend Matt Riggs worked, and in the proce... more

Dan's travels take him back to his home-state of Missouri, where he ends up confused by crassness and sincerity of the Precious Moments Chapel. To make sense of it all, he sits down with author Robbie Parker for a chat about the chapel, the figurines... more

Dan continues his voyage across the states by following a sign in a dream that called him to visit a small town in West Virginia. Along the way, he considers the meaning of dreams and what it is to follow a dream, calling in his former co-host Jordan... more

Dan continues his exploration of America with a trip to Florida to investigate the alleged hometown of his favorite wrestler, and ends up launching into an exporation of community, mutual aid, and memories of Miami Bass.

Right in time for the US's 250th birthday, Dan embarks on a trip to see and explore some interesting and possibly dumb places around the country. On his maiden voyage, he sort of goes to Missouri, but ultimately ends up follows Angela Lampsbury's sug... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Riggs
Friend and former Indiana Beach employee, guest on episode
Indiana Beach (past employee)
Episode: Episode 5: Indiana
Robbie Parker
Parent of Sandy Hook victim, author of A Father's Fight
Private individual / Author
Episode: Episode 4: Missouri
Adrian Lampsbury
Friend of the host, Angela Lampsbury alias
Episode: Episode 1: Illinois
Nick Gifts
Friend of the host, nickname Nicky Gifts
Episode: Episode 1: Illinois

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Dan
Host of the show, narrator driving the episode's journey

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 292 ratings
  • Show Me State of Mind

    Dan’s new pod is thoughtful, philosophical and deeply funny. To be fair, it is nothing I didn’t expect after years of Knowledge Fight. I am very excited to see where this journey goes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flanagans Law
    Canada13 days ago
  • New bright spot

    The queen hath listened and deems thy show worthy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Queen Motoko
    United States13 days ago
  • Wow!

    I had no idea what to expect, other than a quality show given who’s making it. I have been absolutely loving this podcast. The guests are always great (special shout out to Robbie Parker, what an interview) and I’m enjoying the odd places Dan finds. I’m stoked to hear all 52 episodes and beyond.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VanBeverages
    United States15 days ago
  • Dan could narrate drying paint

    When I was listening Knowledge Fight, I remember thinking that I could listen to Dan Friesen narrate paint drying and it would be thoroughly entertaining. Now that he’s “Showing” us these mundane but fascinating locales, that notion has been reinforced. Thanks for all of enjoyment, and I’m so glad you were able to follow your dreams!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Novelty beverage enthusiast
    United States16 days ago
  • Loving the show so far, can’t wait to see more!

    Dan brings so much character and whimsy to these little trips. Can’t wait to see what he does in my home state of California!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lev Darney
    United States20 days ago
  • Was going to listen to some old kf episodes and saw this on the feed. Dan's back!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    david
    21 days ago
  • Love it!

    This show’s got all the investigative feel and quirkiness of the host’s previous show knowledge fight, while benefitting from a whimsical subject matter. Just a nice break from a stressful day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lil Ani
    United Statesa month ago
  • Dan-tastic

    Dan does a really good job of finding the depth, whimsy, and individual connections that make ordinary or overlooked places and things magical and meaningful. He is an excellent writer, presenter, and interviewer, and I can't wait to see where his travels take him. This is a very relaxing podcast, and I like it a lot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr Nicholas T Name
    United Statesa month ago
  • New pod, same great content

    I had concerns after years of loving Knowledge Fight but the things that I enjoyed about KF (curiousity and deep research, engaging scripting) are replicated by Dan in this new pod. It’s different and it’s also reassuringly familiar, but fresh.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ikwihf
    Canadaa month ago
  • A must listen

    I wasn’t really sure what to expect, having been an avid listener of Dan’s last podcast but this is a very interesting and thought provoking podcast and I continue to look forward following along on his travels.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    some birb
    Canadaa month ago
  • Heartwarming Podcast

    This podcast is quirky and informative. The host Dan travels to average places and digs into information about them like he’s preparing for a disposition or something.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WholesaleMemories
    United Statesa month ago
  • Dans back!

    So nice to hear Dans lovely voice again, especially as it’s obvious he is having a good time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andy in Kansas
    Australiaa month ago
  • West Virginia

    Dan took a trip to Wyoming West Virginia and with the help of Jordan (I miss you dudes chopping it up) turned the experience into one of the more memorable podcast discussions I can recall. Keep it up! Wonderful stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moonscrape
    United Statesa month ago
  • Dan brings not so much a breath of fresh air to the travel show as much as he reminds the joy of exploring.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    MDB
    a month ago
  • Welcome Back Dan

    I’ve missed your sonorous tones telling me about things I don’t know. Thus far, I’ve only heard the Illinois episode but, I could never have predicted where the story of an odd water tower was going.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fat Cats a Duex
    United Statesa month ago

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Episode 4: Missouri
Q: How did Robbie Parker's perspective shape your understanding of grief and public narratives around tragedy?
Robbie offered a grounded, personal perspective on how communities respond to loss—through support, memorials, and the challenge of balancing truth, belief, and healing. His account helped me see that external symbols can provide comfort but must be tempered with honest, ongoing processing of grief.
Episode 4: Missouri
Q: What was your initial impression of the Precious Moments Chapel, and did it change during your visit?
I went in expecting something either charmingly simple or crassly commercial, and ended up feeling conflicted by the combination of sincere grief, religious symbolism, and the chapel's commercial environment. The experience was heavier and more nuanced than I anticipated, and I left with a messy but meaningful understanding rather than a simple verdict.

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What is Show Me State Of Mind about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show blends travelogues, personal reflection, and cultural curiosity through a road-trip lens, often anchored in themes of memory, family, faith, and community. Episodes weave together quirky Americana, local history, and broad questions about meaning, faith, and belonging, frequently anchored by conversations with guests who offer intimate anecdotes, practical perspectives on grassroots organizing, or grief and resilience in the face of tragedy. A standout pattern is the host's willingness to hold seemingly contradictory emotions—humor, skepticism, reverence, and awe—within a single landscape, whether visiting landmark curios, amusement parks, or sacred sites, and to use these experiences as mirrors for personal growth and shared huma... more

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