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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 gue... more

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Cassie Sobelton
Author, wellness expert, entrepreneur
Episode: Why? Episode 386- Transforming Your Life with Cassie Sobelton
Cherie DeVille
An adult film actress, model, and advocate for the sex work industry.
Episode: Why? Episode 383- Cherie DeVille, "The Internet's Step-mom"
Meagan Norris
Former attorney turned divorce coach
Episode: Why? Episode 381- Divorce Coach Meagan Norris
Seth Neblett
Author of 'Mothership Connected,' exploring the women of Parliament Funkadelic
Episode: Why? Episode 380- Mothership Connected
Greg Prato
Author of "Alternative for the Masses" and music culture commentator
Independent Author
Episode: Why? Episode 377- Alternative for the Masses
Paul Gambino
Author and collector specializing in macabre artifacts and Victorian death culture.
Episode: Why? Episode 376- The Victorian Obsession With Death Pt 2
Ivy Austin
Actress, therapist, and voice of Sui Oinker from the Oinker Sisters
Episode: Why? Episode 374- Actress/Therapist Ivy Austin
Liz West
A notable collector of Spice Girls memorabilia and artist
Episode: Why? Episode 373- Spice Girls Collector Liz West
Princess Cheyenne
Boston's most famous stripper and author
Episode: Why? Episode 372- Princess Cheyenne: Boston's Most Famous Stripper

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Heidi Hedquist
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Luke Poling
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4.9 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Great conversations

    So much fun stuff to learn

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    United States6 years ago
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    Funny and informative…!! Check it out I highly recommend!!

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    United States6 years ago
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    Odd Eccentric Interesting and the bizarre! Bravo!

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    United States6 years ago
  • Truly Unique

    Love the show and the subject matter. Great podcast!

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Why? Episode 376- The Victorian Obsession With Death Pt 2
Q: In your research, is there anything that you kind of came upon where you were just like, we really should bring this back?
There is no specific thing, but the attitude of one should be able to grieve for as long as they like should be encouraged.
Why? Episode 378- David Leaf on Brian Wilson
Q: Do you think Brian has got the respect or the admiration that he deserves for his work?
It seems like it's always an uphill battle to tell people to listen to his stuff and understand his significance.
Why? Episode 379- Competitive Scrabble
Q: Is there a difference strategically between playing against friends versus playing competitively?
Yes, the strategy changes significantly with competitive play, focusing on both scoring and anticipating opponent moves.
Why? Episode 386- Transforming Your Life with Cassie Sobelton
Q: Is there a point before then when you kind of go like... Is there a ground zero bottom? Do you have to hit that rock bottom before you can kind of start clawing this back?
I don't think we need to, but often that's what happens.
Why? Episode 386- Transforming Your Life with Cassie Sobelton
Q: So, I believe we are all born with an innate power, and that power rules over our life in every way, should that be mental, physical, emotional, spiritual.
We tend to give that power away, slowly, leading to self-doubt and negative feelings.

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