Why? The Podcast

Heidi Hedquist/ Luke Poling
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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.

  1. 6D AGO

    Why? Episode 392- The Tuneless Choir

    Singing is a great thing to do, even if you aren't great at it. Really. Don't believe us? Listen to Nadine, the creator and organizer of the Tuneless Choir. For more information, you can check out their website, or you can follow them on Facebook.

    30 min

  2. FEB 9

    Why? Episode 391- Golden Child Skin Care

    Everyone is looking for quality skincare that won't interfere with their skin regimen... how do you find it and how do you design it? Thankfully we have Genevieve Dolan, the creator of Golden Child Skincare. For more information and to order, check out their website.  Employee Survival Guide®A Podcast only for employees. Mark shares information your employer does not want you knowListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

    47 min

  3. FEB 2

    Why? Episod 390- Slippery Stairs

    It's the newest sport that's sweeping the nation- slippery stairs. Like the best athletic pursuits, it is charmingly simple, but frustratingly complicated. Thankfully we have Paul Higgins, the mastermind behind slippery stairs to explain all. For more information, check out their website, or the Athletes in Motion Sports TV website. Employee Survival Guide®A Podcast only for employees. Mark shares information your employer does not want you knowListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

    29 min

  4. JAN 26

    Why? Episode 389- Naked Fund-Raising Calendar

    How do you raise money for your community when it's facing a budget shortage? Get naked, of course! To order your copy of the calendar, check out their website or follow them on Facebook. Employee Survival Guide®A Podcast only for employees. Mark shares information your employer does not want you knowListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

    39 min

  5. JAN 19

    Why? Episode 388- Craig Shemin on Jim Henson's "Sam & Friends"

    Created while Kermit was still a tadpole, "Sam & Friends" was a program that Jim Henson produced alongside his future wife Jane in the 1960s. That program led to the creation of the Muppets, clearly one of the greatest artistic achievements of the last century, if not longer. Craig Shemin, who has worked with the Henson company for decades, has written two books detailing this important moment in Henson's creative birth. "Sam & Friends: The Story of Jim Henson's First Television Show" and "The Sam & Friends Script Book" fill in gaps of Henson knowledge a lot of us are lacking. Throughout our conversation we dive deep into not only the "Sam & Friends" story and its evolution into all things Muppet, but we even got into some inside scoop on what life is like with Miss. Piggy, something Craig knows a lot about. As well as what kind of treasures Jim's archives might hold.  Our interview with Craig is irresistible for anyone who's ever been a fan of anything Henson whether it be "Sesame Street", "Fraggle Rock", "Labyrinth", "Muppet Christmas Carol" or "The Dark Crystal."   For more information on the books, check out the website, and for more information on Craig, check out his website. Employee Survival Guide®A Podcast only for employees. Mark shares information your employer does not want you knowListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

    43 min

  6. JAN 12

    Why? Episode 387- Art Model and Author DH Jonathan

    Dan Hawkins, also known as DH Johnathan is about to release his newest book, "Propagation" on January 20th. We talked with Dan about the book and his lifetime spent working as a nude art model.  For more information, check out Dan's author website. Employee Survival Guide®A Podcast only for employees. Mark shares information your employer does not want you knowListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

    36 min

  7. JAN 5

    Why? Episode 386- Transforming Your Life with Cassie Sobelton

    What better way to kick off a new year than by looking at how we can reset and find balance in our lives? We talked with Health and Wellness Expert, Cassie Sobelton, about her new book The Power Reset, what inspired her to reset aspects of her own life, and how we can incorporate simple but impactful changes into our lives.  Cassie shares her story of overcoming seemingly insurmountable health challenges and the continued work she does through spirituality, boundaries, self-care, and continued growth and experience.. She's a highly respected pro in this field, but her conversation and writing is relatable in a way that even the "non-believers" may find something they can gain from it. Let's be honest, she put up with our co-hosts and even had tips that Luke and Heidi could incorporate into dealing with each other. Anyone who can help two co-hosts with zero boundaries with one another except state lines and the internet has to be the best there is! It's a great conversation, a lot of fun, and an inspiring way to kick of 2026! Have a listen and enjoy!  For more information including a free sample chapter of Cassie's book, check out Cassie's website. For information on Cassie's wellness products including the sports cream that Heidi claims, saved her life, (she may be a bit dramatic, but we do believe her when she says it's great! ) Click here. You can also follow her on instagram @cassiesobelton and Facebook at Facebook.com/cassiesobelton. Follow Why? The Podcast: Facebook Instagram YouTube Employee Survival Guide®A Podcast only for employees. Mark shares information your employer does not want you knowListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

    47 min

  8. 12/29/2025

    Why? Episode 385- The Best of 2025

    With the year drawing to a close, we take a review over the 52 episodes and the new friends we've made along the way. Employee Survival Guide®A Podcast only for employees. Mark shares information your employer does not want you knowListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

    25 min
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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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  • Creator
    Heidi Hedquist/ Luke Poling
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    394
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Why? The Podcast
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