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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 guest leading a fascinating life.

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Why? Epsiode 329- Naked at the Museum

Why? The Podcast ·

2024/12/02

This week, our guests are from across the pond. As members of British Naturism, Ed and Keith worked together to organize a naked night at the Dorset Museum. And the event was a rousing success with amazing press coverage. (Ed and Keith had just finished up talking with the New York Times when we spoke.) We talked about the organization of the event and the response.

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Why? Episode 328- The CDC Museum

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2024/11/25

Wait... the CDC has a museum? They sure do. And it's a fascinating collection of items that show the width and breadth of the work the Centers for Disease Control has been doing for almost a century. We talked with Mary Hilpertshauser, the CDC Museum Collections Manager, about some of the unique items in the museums collection. (And there's show and tell!)More more information and to plan your visit, check out the museum's website.

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Why? Episode 327- Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson

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2024/11/18

We're not the first people to point out that Johnathan Lee Iverson did what so many of us have considered doing, but it's really true. As the ringmaster at Ringling Brothers, Barnum and Bailey, Johnathan Lee Iverson learned his craft from some of the most talented people in the business. Now, as part of Circus Vargas Johnathan is helping the next generation see how it's done.For more information on Circus Vargas and to see Johnathan in person, check out their website.

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Why? Episode 326- Theme Park Entertainment

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2024/11/11

When you want to talk theme park entertainment, you want to talk with Dewey Joe Beene. Starting as a teenager at Six Flags in Oklahoma City, he took to the stage, performing multiple shows a day, and now as an adult, he's consulting and producing the show, bringing a performer's eye to making something that can enchant and entertain any age.

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Why? Episode 325- The 501 Definitive Records of the '90s

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2024/11/04

What records define the '90s as a decade to be remembered? Is it NSync? Nirvana? What about hip-hop?Thankfully, music writer and editor Gary Graff is here to muddy the water and start all sorts of disagreements with his new book, "501 Essential Albums of the '90s: The Music Fan's Definitive Guide," available November 5th from Motorbooks.

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Why? Episode 323- Matthew Sweet

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2024/10/28

Last week, the great musician Matthew Sweet suffered a stroke while on tour. Thankfully he will recover, but it will be a long hard road. A GoFundMe has been started to help raise money to cover the insane cost of the work he will have to go through.We wanted to re-run out conversation with him because of his generosity with his time and his work. We are sure we didn't deserve it.If you have a few bucks, please kick in to help him on the road to recovery.

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Why Episode 323- Instagram Goalie Coho Connie

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2024/10/21

If you've seen Coho Connie's videos, you'll remember them. Between her great goaltending, she keeps things interesting with a one-of-a-kind running commentary that really has to be seen to be believed. (To say nothing of the crow she sometimes wears on her head.)You can follow Connie on Instagram where she is @CohoConnie. And if you check out our YouTube page, we have a bonus video where Connie shows off her brand new helmet.

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Why? Episode 322- Actor/Filmmaker Mark Finnell

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2024/10/14

Actor and filmmaker Mark Finnell has had a fascinating career. We had the opportunity to talk with Mark prior to the screening of his documentary about Detroit performance artists Satori Circus screening at the Beaver Island Film Festival.

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Why? Episode 321- DJ Lance Rock

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2024/10/07

What can we say about the great DJ Lance Rock? He's great. From his work on Yo! Gabba Gabba! To his work behind the turntables, Lance is wonderful. And we had a great conversation with him about all the joys of music.

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Why? Episode 320- Author Pete Thron

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2024/09/30

Best-selling writer Pete Thron knows of what he speaks. As a police officer in New York city, he wracked up over 100 solo arrests. Now, he's back with his latest #1 best seller. In Deep Cover, Pete tells the riveting story of two rival motorcycle clubs and the battle between good and bad. Deep Cover is now available on Amazon. For more information, you can follow Pete on Facebook.

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Why? Episode 319- The Art of Gary Grimshaw

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2024/09/23

Gary Grimshaw was a concert poster artist (among other things) and is perhaps best known for his work promoting shows at Detroit's legendary Grande Ballroom. We sat down with his widow, Laura, to talk about his art and the unforgettable music.

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Why? Episode 318- Author Ross Warner on Cheap Trick

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2024/09/16

If you're like us, you need more Cheap Trick in your life. Thankfully, Ross Warner is here with his new book, American Standard: Cheap Trick from the bars to the Budokan and Beyond. It's a look at one of the great American bands and tries to sort fact from fiction. Ross is a passionate guy when it comes to pop culture, so, of course, we got along like a house on fire.American Standard: Cheap Trick from the bars to the Budokan and Beyond is available right now from Backbeat books.

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Why? Episode 317- Frogmore Stew

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2024/09/09

We say we're not a political podcast. And we're not. But, this time of year, let's be honest, it's something a lot of people are talking about. And for those in South Carolina who are interested in the candidates and the issues, they have a new podcast to help guide the way. Frogmore Stew with Grace Cowan talks with the candidates and covers the issues in a way to help us see where we're going- by looking to where we come from.You can find Frogmore Stew wherever you get your podcasts. For mor...

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Our new show- Tribute: A Tribute to Tributes

Why? The Podcast ·

2024/09/02

Here we go again, starting a new music show to go along with all our other shows. "Tribute- A Tribute to Tributes" is a study, analysis and celebration of the tribute record. From Leonard Cohen to Victoria Williams to Big Star to Frank Sinatra- we'll look at them all. Each episode, we'll break down and talk through another tribute record and decide whether it's worth listening (or re-listening) to. Here's our first episode, all about the Carpenters tribute record, "If I Were A Carpe...

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Why? Episode 315- The Knoxville Sunsphere

Why? The Podcast ·

2024/08/26

First off, there is no place really like the Sunsphere. Built for the World's Fair, the sphere is a unique landmark with loads to see.And, it's just going to get better and better. For more information (and tickets) check out the Sunsphere's website. Or you can follow them on Facebook.Hey, let's all go to the Sunsphere!Grumble GoatThe world can be hilariously annoying! Let's Grumble about life's little pet peeves!Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

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Why? Episode 314- The Beaver Island Film Festival

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2024/08/19

Beaver Island is one of the most beautiful places in the US, with fascinating stories to boot.This year, the island is kicking off their inaugural film festival. We sat down with reluctant executive producer (and film festival producer) John Sauve to discuss a few of the films playing at the festival.

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Why? Episode 313- The story of the Grande Ballroom

Why? The Podcast ·

2024/08/12

For music fans, the legend of the Grande Ballroom looms large. The room played host to important shows by band such as The MC5, The Who, Iggy and the Stooges and BB King. While it's not longer a music venue, the room is an iconic part of the history of Detroit music. We talked with Tony D’Annunzio, director of the documentary, Louder Then Love: The Grande Ballroom Story, which is screening as part of the Beaver Island Film Festival, September 21st, 2024.For more information on the film, check...

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Why? Episode 312- Naked French with Lisa St Lou

Why? The Podcast ·

2024/08/05

We've talked with Lisa St Lou before and had a blast doing so. Her newest album, "Oh Dang," is out September 9th. But if that wasn't enough reason to reconnect with Lisa, she also has wonderful Instagram series called Naked French that was too good an opportunity to let pass by without discussing.You can find Naked French on Instagram @torandlisa, and you can follow Lisa on Facebook for more information about the record, live shows and so much more. Oh dang!

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Why? Epsiode 311- Rock Cat Rescue

Why? The Podcast ·

2024/07/29

Every cat needs a good home. And what better way to remind people of this fact than by showing off some of their amazing talents?The Rock Cats Rescue and the Amazing Acro-Cat are on the road, showing audiences all across the US the amazing, fascinating and, let's be honest, sometimes a little difficult world of cats. Samantha Martin has been training and exhibiting the talents of these amazing cats for almost 20 years.They're scheduled to bring the show to Arlington, Massachusetts in August, ...

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Why? Episode 310- Cat Tours

Why? The Podcast ·

2024/07/22

You've likely seen the story in the news and wanted to learn more- a group of dedicated cat lovers in Minneapolis have been gathering every year since 2017 to walk around the their neighborhood and look at cats. That's it. Just look at cats. We talked with John Edwards from Wedge LIVE! about how he created the tour and just why he does it.

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