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The Midnight Air

All Things Comedy

The Midnight Air is your weekly “overnight radio” podcast from Daniel Van Kirk. Topics range from friendly conversation, pop culture news, film and tv discussions, stories of lore and mysteries, plus the articles from the pages of a small newspaper in rural Wisconsin. This is the easy-listening podcast for people trying to fall asleep or for people that are trying to stay awake. This feed is also the home of the back catalogue for The Pen Pals Podcast. With new episodes of Pen Pals

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68:33

RE: Lake Snacks & Insider Knowledge - Live In-Studio!

The Midnight Air ·

2023/07/12

Dear Pennies and Pallers, A huge thank you to everyone who tuned in for the live recording of our birthday show! In letter one, Katherine wants to know our favorite lake snacks. Letter two comes from Matt, who tells us about a secret national park…and he wrote this letter on very special stationery! We also have lots of birthday celebrations throughout the show, and we dropped some new merch - you can get it HERE! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ScovelSee

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51:06

Carl Tart | RE: Renaissance Fair Wedding &...

The Midnight Air ·

2023/07/05

Dear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Carl Tart! In letter one, Adam asks us about memorable weddings we’ve attended - his favorite was at a renaissance fair. Letter two is from Brian, who recalls his high school soccer coach having them play an exhibition match at a prison. We also talk Bagger Vance, Brian Banks, and have a surprise appearance from a giant bag of Reese’s Pieces. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel PS - our live

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58:03

Jerry O’Connell | RE: Funny Kids & World’s Largest

The Midnight Air ·

2023/06/28

Dear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Jerry O’Connell! Letter one comes from Hunter, who wants to hear our favorite stories of kids saying funny things. In letter two, Aubrey wants to know if we’ve been to the world’s largest anything. We also talk Stand By Me, the movie Stand By Me, and behind-the-scenes moments from the movie Stand By Me. We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel PS - Tune in to see a live recording of Pen Pals on July

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51:21

RE: Photographs & Oatmeal is Breakfast Chili

The Midnight Air ·

2023/06/21

Dear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Vince asks about how many pictures we have of ourselves. Letter two is from Nicki, who has a fun food math problem for us. We also talk about hair, movies, TVs at restaurants, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel PS - Tune in to see a live recording of Pen Pals on July 6th! Tickets HERE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:48

RE: Seasons of Life & Nic Cage

The Midnight Air ·

2023/06/14

Dear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Shazza writes in about the differences between who she is now and who she once was. Letter two comes from The Cage Rage, who wants us to talk about all this Nic Cage. We also talk about our new home at Big Money Players, Lissa’s distaste for Italian food, Sean Connery, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel PS - Tune in to see a live recording of Pen Pals on July 6th! Tickets HERE See omnystudio.com/listener for

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51:20

Mandy Moore | RE: ER Stories & Desert Island Songs

The Midnight Air ·

2023/06/07

Dear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Mandy Moore! Letter one comes from Crystal, who wants to know about our crazy ER stories. In letter two, Bardo wants to know our top 5 favorite songs. We also talk summer plans, Disney, the drinking age in Wisconsin, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ScovelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Rhys Darby | RE: Sensual Ghost Encounters & Dangerous...

The Midnight Air ·

2023/05/31

Dear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Rhys Darby! In letter one, Jacqueline asks what we would do if we experienced a sensual ghost encounter. Letter two is from Brendan, who wants to know about our dangerous hobbies. We also hear great stories from Rhys, including his mom’s greeting card habits, his first time bungee jumping, and the time he climbed Mount Kilimanjaro! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ScovelSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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57:33

RE: Kissing your Kids & Slides or Sleds

The Midnight Air ·

2023/05/24

Dear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one comes from Justin, who wants to know when he is supposed to stop kissing his sons on the lips. In letter two, Tim asks slip-n-slides or sledding. We also talk about the Mouse House, flight upgrades, we’ve got a couple interruptions, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ScovelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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RE: Gifts from the Universe & Wedding Officiant

The Midnight Air ·

2023/05/17

Dear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Mikey introduces us to his dog Ruby, who he believes plays a part in him turning his life into what he always wanted it to be - he also covered our theme song! Letter two comes from Reverend Lord Joseph, who needs to overcome his stage fright to officiate his sister’s wedding. We also talk Livestrong, “last times,” corned beef & cabbage, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ScovelSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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51:54

RE: Fading Passions & Ham Salad

The Midnight Air ·

2023/05/10

Dear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one comes from Kelsey, who designed an awesome Pen Pals poster and asked us about passions dying out as time goes on. In letter two, Gabby goes nuts over ham salad. We also talk blouses, the number of days in each month, and we get to hang out with Drunk Daniel. Last thing, Pennies, Pallers, & Patronies: we want to say thank you again for supporting this show. It’s because of all your growing & showing, hangin’ in the Paitch, joining the Friday Watch Crew, and all of

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45:15

Irene Tu | RE: Escape Rooms & Phallic Artwork

The Midnight Air ·

2023/05/03

Dear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Irene Tu! In letter one, a scorned, petty lover is mad that his wife did an escape room without him. Letter two is from Callie, who has a not-so kid-friendly photo hanging in her bathroom. We also talk about Cinco de Mayo, Jumanji, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ScovelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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61:59

Jon Gabrus | RE: Male Hygiene & Disney for Kids

The Midnight Air ·

2023/04/26

Dear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Jon Gabrus! In letter one, the internet has bombarded Ellie with the suggestion that men don’t wipe properly. Letter two is from JoJo, who wants to know if Disney movies are problematic for kids. We also talk Vegas, toxic TV, evil stepmothers, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ScovelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:00

RE: Foreign Exchange Student & Pockets

The Midnight Air ·

2023/04/19

Dear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one comes from Emerson, whose dad took their foreign exchange student on a road trip to remember! In letter two, Cam is talkin’ pants pockets. We also talk Disneyland, the Flaming Lips, give Daniel’s leg a stretch, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ScovelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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60:23

RE: UFOs & Second Date Policy

The Midnight Air ·

2023/04/12

Dear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Major Tom writes in about UFOs! Letter two comes from M, who went on a first date with someone who has a second-date policy. We also talk about Mr. Tambourine Man, Tom Cruise, being kind to bartenders, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ScovelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Shane Mauss | RE: Teleportation Fears & Free Work

The Midnight Air ·

2023/04/05

Dear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Shane Mauss! Letter one comes from Erich, who has a genuine fear of teleportation. In letter two, Sarah asks about setting boundaries around doing work for free. We also talk man buns, psychedelics, favorite writing utensils, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel PS - send your letters to thepenpalspod@gmail.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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RE: Dating a Friend’s Ex & Mental Health + Art

The Midnight Air ·

2023/03/29

Dear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Luke wants to date his friend’s ex. Letter two is from Alex, who is struggling to hold onto creative inspiration as his mental health improves. We also talk about AirTags, sandwiches, red cups at pizza places, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ScovelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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60:36

Jay Chandrasekhar | RE: Playing Favorites & Altering...

The Midnight Air ·

2023/03/22

Dear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Jay Chandrasekhar! Letter one comes from Diana who wants to know about playing favorites with children or kids of siblings. In letter two, Kameron wants us to erase three songs from history. We also talk about musicals, hero moments, picky eating, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ScovelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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65:41

RE: Transgender Child & Ruined Wedding Dress

The Midnight Air ·

2023/03/15

Dear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Tyler asks for ideas for how to create the most supportive environment for their transgender child. Letter two is from Rowan, whose wife’s wedding dress was ruined, and wants to know if we’ve lost anything sentimental. We also talk about The Brat Pack, forensics, ask a “would you rather?” and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel P.S. - if you want to get in on our Patreon for only $5 a month, head to

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65:01

RE: Vegas Romance & AI

The Midnight Air ·

2023/03/08

Dear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one is from Kevin, whose unassuming Vegas work trip turned romantic! In letter two, Dan asks about our thoughts on AI, and the impact it might have on our world. We also have a stunning Reese’s Pieces update, talk family professions, the SAG Awards, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:48

Nick Thune | RE: When to Walk Away & Pure Excitement

The Midnight Air ·

2023/03/01

Dear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Nick Thune! In letter one, our friend Will tells us how he walked away from a job that went south. Letter two is from Chuck, who had an amazing moment as a sports card collector. We also talk about Twizzlers vs Red Vines, give a Jack Phillips “update”, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ScovelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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