The Pen Pals Podcast
337 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 898 ratingsEvery week, your pen pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel respond to the letters you send them on topics ranging from free will to freeway etiquette, from mental health to manatees. Seek advice. Tell a story. Vent. Send a letter. It's your podcast, we just talk about it.
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Todd Glass | RE: Rituals & Good Stuff Gone Bad
April 24, 2024 17:39 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are re-joined by our friend Todd Glass! Letter one comes from Derek, a Paller who asks us about our daily rituals. In letter two, Kristin asks us, what is something that you absolutely love to do or experience, but if you did it all day everyday forever and ever, it would slowly turn into a torturous hellscape? We also talk about peeing in the pool at the pool bar, washing your legs in the shower, TombStone pizzas...again..., and more! We wish you wel...
RE: Video Games & Christmas Lights
April 17, 2024 05:01 - 49 minutes - 45 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one comes from Tony who wants to talk video games! In letter two, Anna & Nat ask for our Christmas light preference. We also talk about Daniel’s special Rose Gold, out today! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Pen Pals Announcement
April 15, 2024 08:01 - 4 minutes - 3.74 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, If you haven't had a chance to listen to the Plugs & Hugs section of last week's episode, I wanted to get you up to speed on a big Pen Pals update...have a listen! I wish you well, sincerely, Producer Lissa See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Gifting Books & The Perfect Album
April 10, 2024 08:01 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Tom wants to know our favorite books to give as gifts. Letter two is from Alex, who asks for our favorite album. We also talk The Simpsons, Lissa’s book club snafu, a huge update about this show, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Innocent Until Proven Guilty & Kids’ Existential Questions
April 03, 2024 08:01 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one is from Lulu, who is struggling with how to treat her neighbor who has been accused of a heinous crime (content warning - this letter and our responses address sexual abuse - if you need to you can skip ahead to 39:30). In letter two, Kristin regales us her four-year old’s curiosities. We also talk Disneyland food, not resolving songs, we wish happy birthdays to loved ones, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory S...
Andrew Youngblood | RE: No Body Odor & Cheat Meals
March 27, 2024 08:01 - 50 minutes - 46 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Andrew Youngblood! Letter one comes from Emma, who insists she doesn't have any body odor and wonders, is showering every nine days enough? In letter two, Cesar asks us about our favorite cheat meals. We also talk about phallic molds, how Andrew hasn't watched our show, pheromones, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Iowa State Fair & Deck of Cards
March 20, 2024 08:01 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one is from Stuart, who runs a saltwater taffy stand at the Iowa State Fair. In letter two, Chris hits us with some mind-blowing stats about shuffling decks of cards. We also talk holding our breath, jeans, magic tricks and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Diner Regular & Faith-Based Companies
March 13, 2024 08:01 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Jen tells us about becoming a regular at a diner with an overbearing server. Letter two comes from Steve, who asks us about how to navigate working at a faith based company. We also talk about Blade Runner, Rory's favorite video game "Conduct Together," our new Tik Tok page (@thepenpalspod), and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Luke Null | RE: The One & Being Cold
March 06, 2024 09:01 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Luke Null! Letter one comes from a listener who asks for advice about a long-term relationship. In letter two, Dan, who recently visited Finland, asks us what's the coldest we've ever been? We also talk about CLEAR, being an away team fan at a game, eagle scouts, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thomas Lennon | RE: Anniversary Gifts & Singing - LIVE from SF Sketchfest
February 28, 2024 09:01 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBDear Pennies & Pallers, We are coming to you live from SF Sketchfest, with our friend Thomas Lennon! In letter one, Ryan asks us if he should get his wife an anniversary gift even though they said they wouldn’t. Letter two is from Andy, who wants to know if he can sing. We also talk Oh Henry, sell you on a timeshare in Punta Cana, Dave Matthews Band, Thomas runs some laps, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener fo...
RE: Small Town America & Reimagining Life
February 21, 2024 09:01 - 46 minutes - 43 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Shannon writes to us asking what our predictions for the future of small town America are. Letter two comes from a paller who asks for advice as they face a separation and are looking to reimagine their midlife. We also discuss capitalism, artificial intelligence, parrots that mimic people, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Reclaiming Birthdays & Master Cheesemakers
February 14, 2024 09:01 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Pat asks for advice about reclaiming their birthday after a traumatic event has tarnished it (Content Warning: this letter involves a tragic death - if you need to you can skip ahead to 25:00). Letter two comes from a master cheesemaker who wonders how we overcome procrastination. We also talk about an LCD Soundsystem concert Daniel and Lissa attended, fancy cheese, the perfect nachos, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van...
Taylor Ortega | RE: Speeding Tickets & Estranged Loved Ones
February 07, 2024 09:01 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Taylor Ortega! Letter one comes from a listener who just got her first speeding ticket and wants to know how many tickets we've gotten. In letter two, Rusty asks us how to navigate a relationship with an estranged loved one who is an alcoholic. We also talk about Daniel and Taylor's movie Wine Club, full frontal nudity, Kylie Jenner's Lasik Doctor, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ...
Langston Kerman | RE: Liquid Fingers & Unhelpful Husband
January 31, 2024 09:01 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Langston Kerman! In letter one, Kate asks if we could shoot a different liquid out of each finger, what would we choose? Letter two comes M, who asks for advice about confronting her unhelpful husband. We also talk about Langston running his mother-in-law’s Hinge account, the possibility of the apocalypse, mac-n-cheese, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/li...
RE: Overreactions & Biff to the Future
January 24, 2024 09:01 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one comes from Chris, who overreacted to someone picking apples from someone’s tree. In letter two, Woody poses some interesting questions about Biff Tanner and his family tree. We also talk writing new material, Rory finds his Australian accent, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dave Holmes | RE: Sad Eventualities & Fishing Boat Deckhand
January 17, 2024 09:01 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Dave Holmes! In letter one, Coble asks us how to navigate loss. Letter two comes from Nōn, a deckhand on a commercial fishing boat, who wonders if we could handle the job. We also talk Dave’s recent run in the NYC marathon, airport massages, horseback riding, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Parenting Multiple Kids & Karaoke
January 10, 2024 09:01 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one comes from Chelsea who asks for thoughts on having kids that require different parenting styles. In letter two, Andrew wants to know our go-to karaoke songs. We also talk movies for kids, sing Whitney Houston, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dierdre Friel | RE: Turning Back Time & Girl Codes
January 03, 2024 08:01 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are rejoined by our friend Dierdre Friel! In letter one, Bdubs asks us what we would do if we could go back in time and start over. Letter two comes from Casey, who wants to know if women have stealthy ways of communicating. We also talk public singing stories, finally talk Physical, bad improv, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Hamburger Helper & Body Hair
December 27, 2023 09:01 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one comes from The Tempted Father, who has never used Hamburger Helper but yearns for the ease of meal prep. In letter two, Claire wants to know how we feel about body hair. We also set our New Year’s resolutions, talk LCD Soundsystem, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chris Sullivan | RE: Holiday Dishes & House Fire Possessions
December 20, 2023 09:01 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are rejoined by our friend Chris Sullivan! In letter one, Amanda asks us about our favorite holiday dishes. Letter two comes from Shannon, who asks what we would save from our house if it was on fire. We also talk festive drinks, improv, Pepsi making a move, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Burning Man & Reffing
December 13, 2023 09:01 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one comes from Caleb, who writes to us from Burning Man! In letter two, Greg loves reffing and wants to know what we’ve tried that has exceeded our expectations. We also talk the 12 Days of Christmas, pickles and bacon, Taylor University, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Near-Death Experiences & Office Lunches
December 06, 2023 08:01 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Erin shares their near-death experience from childhood. Letter two comes from John, who got in trouble for his love of free food at the office. We also talk about Christmas morning, lingerie catalogs (which derails us into sex talk), and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tiffany Haddish | RE: Bad Magic & Trips vs. Vacations
November 29, 2023 09:01 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Tiffany Haddish! Letter one comes from Adam, who loves magic but has experienced some bad magic that soured him on it. In letter two, Jar-Bear asks us the difference between trips and vacations. We also talk about D&D, falling asleep mid-bj, learning languages, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Tool & Travel Bets
November 22, 2023 09:01 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Luke asked for a recap of Daniel’s first Tool show. Letter two comes from Ryan, who bet his friend Ben that he couldn’t get from LA to Cuba for under $500. We also talk Cotton Candy, T Swift, our recent specials we just filmed, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Elopement vs. Ceremony & Procrastination
November 15, 2023 09:01 - 52 minutes - 48.6 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one comes from a pal who is conflicted about the idea of having a big wedding ceremony. In letter two, the Gaggle Gals (Bordini sisters) are procrastinators, and want to know our stance on showing up late. We also talk girl math vs. guy math, airport tips, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Wildlife Encounters & Missed Connections
November 08, 2023 09:01 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Chelsea shares a story with us about a magical encounter she had in nature. Letter two is from Kelly, who asks us about any meaningful interactions we had with strangers. We also do a LOT of movie talk, and hear about Daniel’s hitchhiking daydream! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eric André | RE: Hulk Hogan & The Cannabis Line
November 01, 2023 08:01 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Eric André! Letter one comes from a Hulk Hogan fan, who wants to know how long it would take for people to realize we’ve turned into Hulk Hogan. In letter two, Adam asks us how to navigate this new world of legal cannabis. We also talk about plays, Eric’s wild birthdays, drugs, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kumail Nanjiani | RE: Stoneman Willie & Sports Aggression
October 25, 2023 08:01 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Kumail Nanjiani! Letter one comes from Emily, who tells us all about Stoneman Willie, a legend from her hometown of Reading, PA. In letter two, Nick shares a story about an embarrassingly aggressive interaction during a rec league softball game. We also talk Kumail’s video game characters, Field of Dreams plot holes, hair growth, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnyst...
RE: Aging & Work Trips
October 18, 2023 08:01 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Anton asks us how we’ll feel when we age. Letter two comes from Marly, who went on a work trip and drove through Daniel’s hometown, Rochelle! We also talk Scooby Doo, unappealing recipes, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Pizza Hut Circumcision & Difficult Break Up
October 11, 2023 23:15 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one comes from Rob, who gives us our very first reverse Patreon letter and provides more details on his circumcision as an older kid. In letter two, Junk tells us about a tough breakup where his ex ghosted him during a difficult time. We also talk background singing, RTHS football, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel PS - join our Patreon for bonus eps! https://www.patreon.com/penpals See omnystudio.com/l...
Laura Peek | RE: Laundry & Advice for Past Selves
October 04, 2023 08:01 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Laura Peek! In letter one, Noah wants to talk all things laundry! Letter two is from Amanda, who asks us what we would tell our past selves if we had the chance. We also talk about garbage, Ben Affleck, farts, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ify Nwadiwe | RE: Public Stress & Lying in Interviews
September 27, 2023 08:01 - 57 minutes - 53 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Ify Nwadiwe! Letter one is from J, who asks about ways to publicly deal with stress. In letter two, Carly wants to know if we’ve ever lied in interviews. We also talk public farting, board games, temp jobs, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel PS - Get your PALSTRONG wristbands HERE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Relocating & Mind vs. Body
September 20, 2023 08:01 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Scott shares his experience moving out of the country as a kid. Letter two is from Kendall, who asks about a “would you rather” from her family. We also talk summer movies, drum lines, death & the afterlife, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Family Legacy & Surprising Yourself
September 13, 2023 08:01 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, Zach sent us a letter about his complicated family dynamics, and wonders if his kids should have a relationship with his estranged father. In letter two, Missy tells us all about her life at her gym, and asks us if there are ways we ever surprise ourselves. We also talk about Daniel meeting James Taylor, tabletop games, letter-writing feedback, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel PS - Get your PALSTRONG wristband...
Ben Roy | RE: Gross Satisfaction & Who Not to Fight
September 06, 2023 08:01 - 55 minutes - 51 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Ben Roy! In letter one, Chelsea asks us if there is any gross task that we get satisfaction from completing. Letter two comes from John, who asks us who we would not want to fight. We also talk Spring Break, ASMR, J-ing O, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel PS - Get your PALSTRONG wristbands at https://thepenpalspod.bigcartel.com/! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...
Joe Nicchi | RE: Buffet Game Plan & Service Staff Treatment
August 30, 2023 08:01 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Joe Nicchi! Letter one is from Scott, who has turned buffet strategy into a science. In letter two, Matty talks about his time bartending and a recent experience he had with someone mistreating a server. We also talk breakfast burritos, Chinese food, CVT Soft Serve, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel PS - you can check out CVT Soft Serve at www.cvtsoftserve.com See omnystud...
RE: Outgrowing Friends & Grim History
August 23, 2023 08:01 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Sophia feels distance between her and her roommate, and wants to know when to let the friendship go. Letter two is from Mike, who is drawn to stories about historical devastation. We also share some artwork, talk restaurants from the past, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel PS - Get your PALSTRONG wristbands HERE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Bickering Couples & Animal vs. Human Life
August 16, 2023 08:01 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one comes from Rachel, who is friends with a couple that constantly bickers. In letter two, Adam asks us if animal life or human life is more precious. We also talk favorite comedy specials, The Snowman, our new mailbox, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RE: Homesickness & Cottagecore
August 09, 2023 08:01 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Patronie Daniel asks about getting homesickness on the road. Letter two comes from Sean, who discusses the difference between cottagecore and cabincore. We also talk skipping rocks, getting older, soda fountains, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sarah Silverman | RE: Dealbreakers & Neighbor Feud
August 02, 2023 08:01 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Sarah Silverman! Letter one comes from B.L. Bogues, who cares strongly about compatibility in musical taste (he’s baffled by Rory’s love for the Counting Crows), and wants to know about any dealbreakers we have. In letter two, E fills us in on her feud with her neighbor. We also talk Taylor Swift, writing new material, Rory Albanese, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel See om...
Nick Kroll | RE: Ridiculous Fights & Biological Parenthood
July 26, 2023 06:00 - 52 minutes - 48 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Nick Kroll! In letter one, Ellen tells us about some ridiculous fights she’s had with her brother. Letter two comes from Nick, who worries about his connection to his baby-to-be since he’s not the biological father. We also talk therapy, the set of Don’t Worry Darling, the Brat Pack, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel PS - Get your PALSTRONG wristbands HERE! See omnystudio.c...
RE: Unconditional Love & Broken Phone
July 19, 2023 08:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBDear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one comes from Amy, whose dad opened up to expressed his love for her. In letter two, Luke tells us about a #SAGA that started with a stupid marital fight, and ended with blaming a broken phone on his daughter. We also talk Star Wars, favorite Disney rides, we dive back into Lissa’s aversion to pizza/pasta, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel PS - get yourself a PALSTRONG wristband HERE! See omnystudio.co...
RE: Lake Snacks & Insider Knowledge - Live In-Studio!
July 12, 2023 09:02 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBDear 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 Scov...
Carl Tart | RE: Renaissance Fair Wedding & Questionable Coaching
July 05, 2023 09:02 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBDear 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 - ou...
Jerry O’Connell | RE: Funny Kids & World’s Largest
June 28, 2023 09:02 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MBDear 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 Pa...
RE: Photographs & Oatmeal is Breakfast Chili
June 21, 2023 09:02 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBDear 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.
RE: Seasons of Life & Nic Cage
June 14, 2023 09:02 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBDear 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...
Mandy Moore | RE: ER Stories & Desert Island Songs
June 07, 2023 09:02 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBDear 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 Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rhys Darby | RE: Sensual Ghost Encounters & Dangerous Hobbies
May 31, 2023 09:01 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBDear 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 Scovel See omnystudio.com...
RE: Kissing your Kids & Slides or Sleds
May 24, 2023 09:02 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBDear 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 Scovel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.