
252 episodes

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.
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Why? Episode 250- Dr Megavolt
By day, Austin Richards is an engineer and scientist, but by night, he's Dr Megavolt, blowing the minds of audiences everywhere by showing them the magic of science.
We talked with Dr Megavolt about his early days and his complete lack of fear in building a Tesla coil, something which makes both Luke and Heidi quake in worry. We then move onto some of his most amazing performances, including several years at Burning Man.
For more information on Dr Megavolt, check out his website, or follow him on Facebook, on YouTube. And there is a documentary about him, titled, "Dr Megavolt: From Geek to Superhero," available to watch right now on Tubi. -
Why? Episode 249- British Naturism
Naturism is simply taking off your clothes.
British Naturism is a group dedicated to spreading the joys of doing things naked. Swimming? Dancing? Axe throwing? Sure! And you can do all that (and so much more) at the groups annual Nudefest, happening this summer. We talked with Andrew Welch from British Naturism about the joys of being naked and all the things the group is doing to share the joy of being naked with everyone.
For more information about Nudefest or British Naturism, you can check out their website, follow them on Facebook, or follow them on Twitter. -
Why? Episode 248- Atlanta Braves Organist Matthew Kaminski
Contained within the promise of every spring is baseball. And the national past time just isn't the same without organ music pumping up the crowd. We talked with Matthew Kaminski, the organist for the Atlanta Braves about his time behind the keys, and all the other sports and activities that keep him busy in the off season and when the team's out of town.
And if that isn't enough, Matthew shows us his World Series ring! For more information about Matthew, check out his website or follow him on Facebook. -
Why? Episode 247- The Klingon Language Institute
One of the most popular languages in all of the galaxy is Klingon. But, where do you go to learn Klingon, let alone speak and read it?
We talked with qurgh lungqIj (AKA Chris) from the Klingon Language Institute, a group dedicated to promoting and deepening the appreciation of one of the most beautiful languages in the galaxy.
For more information, check out the Klingon Language Institute's website, or follow them on Facebook. -
Why? Episode 246- Michigan Medium Angels Connie & Laura
How can you receive guidance from the spirits and angels around you? One way is through Michigan mediums Connie and Laura. The two have teamed up to offer readings and sessions and now, Spirit School.
With Connie and Laura as your guide, you'll learn how to tap into all the things going on in the spirit world around you. For more information, you can find Connie at her website, Laura at her website, and at the Michigan Medium Angels website. -
Why? Episode 245- Taxidermist Jeff Holmin
Jeff Holmin started in taxidermy right out of high school and he hasn't looked back. He doesn't need to because he's one of the busiest out there.
Jeff has won first place in both the state and the world taxidermy competition. We talked with Jeff about the early days and what exactly you need to stuff an animal and why the term 'stuff' isn't even correct anymore.
For more information, check out Jeff's company, the North Star Taxidermy Studio.
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