Latest Luke poling Podcast Episodes
Why? Episode 282- Broadway actor and musician Jalen Harris
Why? The Podcast - January 08, 2024 09:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsJalen Harris first came to prominence on American Idol, but that's just the beginning of his story. Since then, he's starred on Broadway in The Lion King and he's currently playing Eddie Kendricks in the touring company of Ain't Too Proud to Beg. And now he's sharing his own voice with his EP Ma...
Why? Episode 281 World Naked Gardening Day
Why? The Podcast - January 01, 2024 09:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsOne way folks get into naturism is through something as easy as gardening. World Naked Gardening Day is an annual celebration designed to encourage folks to try naturism and to get in touch with the world around them. We talked with Bill Schroer about the day and it's celebration. On top of tha...
Why? Episode 280- The Cure's Lol Tolhurst
Why? The Podcast - December 25, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsLol Tolhurst knows of that which he speaks. As the founding drummer of The Cure, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer had a great vantage point to the evolution of goth style. And in his new book, "Goth: A History," Lol tells that story. It's part memoir and part study of an art form- and it's all re...
Why? Episode 279- A Very Why Christmas (Flash's Version)
Why? The Podcast - December 18, 2023 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWe gather together to celebrate another year done and another to come. We share some of our favorite Christmas music- and it's not the usual stuff- we promise you can't find these songs on Spotify. We also celebrate Whamageddon and award the coveted title of "Dink of the Year." (And somebody bet...
Why? Episode 278- Theme Park Entertainment with Mark Brymer
Why? The Podcast - December 11, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsMark Brymer has spent a career in theme park entertainment. And while that started as performing in some of the shows you see at Six Flags and other similar amusement parks, it has brought him to some amazing places, including collaborating with Dolly Parton among others. We talked with Mark ab...
Why? Episode 277- Shemp Howard: More Than a Stooge
Why? The Podcast - December 04, 2023 05:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsShemp Howard can be a polarizing Stooge amongst fans. But what role did he play in making the Three Stooges the group we all know and love today? Would they even be popular now without his presence? We talked with Geoff Dale, author of a new book, More Than a Stooge: Shemp Howard is available ...
Why? Episode 276- The Accidental Swingers
Why? The Podcast - November 27, 2023 09:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsTristan and Myrina never thought they'd be part of 'the lifestyle,' That is... until a chance evening made them re-think their opinions on things like non-monogamous relationships and, with their kids out of the house, they thought they'd give it a try. (With a lot of communication before, after...
Why? Episode 275- Rock n Roll Name Dropper Laurie Kaye
Why? The Podcast - November 20, 2023 09:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThroughout her career, Laurie Kaye has interviewed numerous greats. But one of her biggest interviews is also rife with tragedy. Laurie interviewed John Lennon on December 8, 1980, just hours before he was assassinated. Laurie talks about this important date in both her personal life, and in t...
Why? Episode 274- The Country Music Hall of Fame
Why? The Podcast - November 13, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThis week we get a fascinating look into the heart of Nashville and, in many ways, all the music we talk about every single week. The Country Music Hall of Fame is dedicated to preserving and promoting country music in all its various incarnations. We talked with RJ Smith, a writer & editor for...
Why? Episode 273- Horror Unmasked
Why? The Podcast - November 06, 2023 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThe genre of horror film has been around since the creation of cinema. And in the book Horror Unmasked, author Brad Weismann takes a look at the history of horror and where it's going. For more information, check out Brad's website. Plus, Bret Michaels had adopted Bret Michaels. Your Most Inte...
Why? Episode 272- The Moth Project
Why? The Podcast - October 30, 2023 08:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsLikely, you haven't spent much time looking at the beauty of the moth. (We know we certainly haven't. ) But the new project, part performance, part music, part lecture, The Moth Project takes audiences deep into the role of the moth in both nature and our everyday life. We talked with Peter Kie...
Why? Episode 271- Entrepeuner Isaac Saldana
Why? The Podcast - October 23, 2023 08:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsIsaac Saldana created his company Sendgrid with a simple question. And with that question, he created a billion dollar company. Now, Isaac is starting again from scratch. We talked with Isaac about the entrepreneur bug and his approach to creative problems.
Why? Episode 271-Entrepreneur Isaac Saldana
Why? The Podcast - October 23, 2023 08:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsIsaac Saldana created his company Sendgrid with a simple question. And with that question, he created a billion dollar company. Now, Isaac is starting again from scratch. We talked with Isaac about the entrepreneur bug and his approach to creative problems. Your Most Interesting Story Everyone h...
Why? Episode 270- Coffin Racing
Why? The Podcast - October 16, 2023 08:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsIt's the season for ghosts and goblins and coffin racing. Maybe you're not familiar with the competition... Each year in Manitou Springs, Colorado, competitors carry their coffin up to the top of the track and head off, vying for the fastest speed. But the competition is about so much more than ...
Why? Episode 269- The Exciting World of Hobby Horse
Why? The Podcast - October 09, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsLet's say you want to get into horseback riding and competition- but maybe you don't own a horse or are a little too young? Well, enter the folks at the Tryon Equestrian Resort who offer events requiring only a hobby horse? For more information, check out their website or visit them on Facebook...
Why? Episode 268- Competitive Steinholding
Why? The Podcast - October 02, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsMost people unwind after a long day by hoisting a stein of beer. But for Jim Banko, picking up a stein was just the beginning. As a former world champion stein holder, Jim is now part of USA Steinholding, the official body of the sport. How do you get into the competition? How do you practice? ...
Why? Episode 267- Rock photographer/author Julian David Stone
Why? The Podcast - September 25, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsJulian David Stone has had a fascinating career. Starting by sneaking a camera into concerts and photographing bands he liked, Julian found himself employed as a professional photographer before a career in film called. Now, he's turned his talents to writing books. His most recent novel, "It'...
Why? Episode 266- The Moist Towelette Museum
Why? The Podcast - September 18, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsIf you're looking for a travel destination, look no further. The Moist Towelette Museum in East Lansing, MI has something for everybody and you can spend hours looking at the collection. John French is the founder and director of the museum and he walks us through the impressive collection he ha...
Why? Episode 264- A creative approach to learning
Why? The Podcast - September 11, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsPeople are always looking for new ways to make learning fun for kids. What about using the tools everyone already has within them? Jamie Parganos started Creative Muse using creativity to help kids learn. (And it's not just kids- Jamie has seen the same approach help adults solve problems too!) ...
Why? Episode 264- 'Hammer of the Dogs' author Jarret Keene
Why? The Podcast - September 04, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWho doesn't love a dystopian action story rife with 80's references and set in the fascinating/scary world of Las Vegas? We'll wait. Thankfully Jarret Keene has put pen to paper to bring us his debut novel, Hammer of the Dogs, an action-packed story for young and old. And lest you think this is...
Why? Episode 263- Famous Last Words- We have a new podcast!
Why? The Podcast - August 28, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsIf two podcasts weren't enough, we're adding a third one to our slate. This one is different. It's shorter and it offers a look into some of the most interesting people in history- and their final words. Titled, Famous Last Words, the show is a short examination of the life and episodes that led...
Why? Episode 262- Transgender Actor and Activist Samantha Rogers
Why? The Podcast - August 21, 2023 08:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsIt's hard to summarize our conversation with Samantha Rogers. Is it too much to say, just listen to it? We touch on a lot of things about the fight and acceptance of transgender equality. Samantha also talks about her work with TGDetroit, a group that holds gatherings for the transgender commun...
Why? Episode 261- Celebrating International Go Topless Day
Why? The Podcast - August 14, 2023 08:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsAll the Go Topless movement is asking for is equality. And on Saturday, August 26th, the group will be celebrating International Go Topless Day. How do you join in? Simple. Just talk off your top. We talked with Nadine Gary, president of the Go Topless movement. For more information, check out...
Why? Episode 260- Sideshow Gelato
Why? The Podcast - August 07, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThe phrase on their logo says it all- 'Everybody's happy on the inside.' We talked with Jay Bliznick about his origin story, how he learned how to make gelato and what sort of sights and sounds greet every customer upon entering the shop. For more information, you can check out Sideshow Gelato'...
Why? Episode 258- The Rascals' Felix Cavaliere
Why? The Podcast - July 31, 2023 08:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThis week we're running a conversation that we had on our sister show that's good enough to talk about on Why? (Plus, if you're looking for something to read on vacation...) His songs have been popular with generations of listeners. Now, for the first time, Felix Cavaliere tells the fascinating...
Why? Episode 259- The Rascals' Felix Cavaliere
Why? The Podcast - July 31, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThis week we're running a conversation that we had on our sister show that's good enough to talk about on Why? (Plus, if you're looking for something to read on vacation...) His songs have been popular with generations of listeners. Now, for the first time, Felix Cavaliere tells the fascinating...
Why? Episode 258- Practice with John Vorhaus
Why? The Podcast - July 24, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWhat is practice? How do you define it? Why do you do it? And how do you do it even though you may not want to? John Vorhaus has a fascinating take on the art of practice with his new book The Book of Practice. For more information and to order a copy of the book, check out John's website. Your...
Why? Episode 257- DJ Lance Rock
Why? The Podcast - July 17, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWhat can we say about the great DJ Lance Rock? From his work on Yo! Gabba Gabba! To his work behind the turntables, Lance is wonderful. And we had a great conversation with him. For more information, check out DJ Lance's website, or follow him on Instagram. Your Most Interesting Story Everyone ...
Why? Episode 256- The History of the Allman Brothers
Why? The Podcast - July 10, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThis week we offer an episode from our sister show, Rock n Roll Grad School. And if that isn't enough, we're giving away copies of the book! Listen to the episode for more information! The early 1970s was an incredibly difficult time for one of the most popular bands of the decade. With two lon...
Why? Episode 255- The Airsickness Bag Museum
Why? The Podcast - July 03, 2023 08:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsAs people take to the travel this holiday week, we also need to remember the rougher parts of traveling. Thankfully Steve Silberberg has been collecting bags for years and, believe it or not, each bag tells a fascinating story. For more information, or to see if you recognize any bags, check ou...
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