On our last Why BOO You Know That? of the year, Nadia and Steve talk with writer and producer Jake Goldman (@TheDragoEffect) about a societal and political horror that has gripped the nation for decades: conservative talk radiooooo! How did Rus

Stephen King's IT Miniseries with Alyssa Sabo

Oct 20th, 2021 1h 12m

Hiya, Georgie! We continue our Why BOO! You Know That series with podcaster, comedian, and beloved Tik Tok star Alyssa Sabo (@alyssa_sabo) about the 1990 horror TV miniseries, Stephen King's IT. How does the 90s version differ from the recent f

Halloweentown with Rachel Chapman

Oct 13th, 2021 1h 13m

We continue our Why BOO! You Know That series with podcaster and comedian Rachel Chapman (@@LadyTomHanks) about the 1998 Disney Channel Original Movie Halloweentown. Why is this kids film about witches so beloved that there is an annual celebra

Best and Worst Halloween Costumes with Raiza Licea

Oct 6th, 2021 1h 16m

To kick off our Why BOO! You Know That series, podcaster and actor Raiza Licea (@raizalicea) about the best, worst, coolest, lamest, and downright awful Halloween costumes you can wear for the spookiest season and subsequent costume parties. Wh

The 101st Episode Thank You Celebration with Nadia and Steve!

Sep 29th, 2021 36m 33s

This week, Nadia and Steve look back on 100 episodes of thrills, chills, fun, weird, camp, niche, kooky, Insert Other Words from the Thesaurus here of episodes of Why Do You Know That! From balloons to bayonets, science fiction to socialism, mu

Philip K. Dick's Now Wait For Last Year with Will Hines

Sep 22nd, 2021 1h 16m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer, podcast host and comedian Will Hines (@willhines) about the 1966 science fiction novel Now Wait for Last Year by Philip K. Dick. What weird bug aliens are part of the 2055 Earth interstellar conflict?

Operation Paperclip with Andrea More

Sep 15th, 2021 1h 17m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer and comedian Andrea More (@amore_orless) about the history behind Operation Paperclip, the US and CIA-backed efforts to bring former high-ranking Nazi officials to America. Yes, you read that right, act

Killdozer with Joey Clift

Sep 8th, 2021 1h 19m

This week, Nadia and Steve welcome back writer Joey Clift (@joyetainment) to discuss Killdozer, aka the story behind Colorado resident Marvin Heemeyer and the death-defying homemade bulldozer he built after several disputes with his city counci

Estate Sales Tips with Chad Westbrook

Sep 1st, 2021 1h 18m

This week, Nadia and Steve chat with actor and comedian Chad Westbrook (@chadwestbrook) about the fine (and sustainable) art of purchasing antiques, kitschy decor, action figures, midcentury furniture, porcelain dolls, and more from estate sale

Self Development During COVID-19 with Amy Vorpahl

Aug 25th, 2021 1h 15m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk once again with pod friend, writer, actor, and singer/songwriter Amy Vorpahl (@vorpahlsword) about improving yourself despite the mental health hurdles of the global pandemic. What are essential personal developm

It's the Summer of 2021! with Nadia and Steve

Aug 18th, 2021 1h 3m

Hello! Hey there! Where has the time gone? Nadia and Steve catch up with each other on a special Why Do You Know That? episode about COVID, theme parks, injuries, illnesses, traveling, deep dish pizza, everything to do in Cleveland, Ohio -- and

Mary Steenburgen's Surgery Unlocking Songwriting Ability with Carolyn Jania and Adam Ceschin from Schmab

Jun 9th, 2021 1h 19m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to Carolyn Jania and Adam Ceschin from musical comedy duo Schmab (@schmab) about how actress Mary Steenburgen's "minor arm surgery" led to her waking up with a head full of music and the uncanny ability to write

Kitchen Nightmares: Amy's Baking Company with Stephanie Ritter

May 19th, 2021 1h 16m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer and comedian Stephanie Ritter (@stephanieritter) about the specific topic of 16th episode of Kitchen Nightmare's sixth season, "Amy's Baking Company." What made Gordon Ramsey walk out on this Scottsdale

Ranking Superpowers & Abilities with Daniel Acker

May 5th, 2021 1h 11m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to podcast host Daniel Acker (@MrDrAcker) about the specific topic of superhero powers, and even more specifically, the types of supernatural abilities that Daniel himself has thought about nearly every day of hi

Holiday in the Sun Starring the Olsen Twins with Kelsi Roberts

Apr 28th, 2021 1h 17m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor Kelsi Roberts (@shmelsi) about the specific topic of the 2001 straight-to-video movie Holiday in the Sun starring Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen aka the Olsen twins. Why do the Olsen twins immediately board

Freshwater Fish Aquariums with Peter Banifaz

Apr 7th, 2021 1h 26m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor and podcast host Peter Banifaz (@pbani) about the specific topic of setting up aquariums for your home and caring for freshwater fish. Why does it take at least four to six weeks to properly set up an aq

The Ryan Murphy Cinematic Universe with Eric Wilson and Andrew Leon

Mar 31st, 2021 1h 33m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to The Ryan Murphy Project (@theryanmurphyproject) podcast hosts Eric Wilson and Andrew Leon about the specific topic of -- what else? -- TV and film writer and producer extraordinaire Ryan Murphy. Is Glee, Ameri

Bungee America with Colin Murphy

Mar 24th, 2021 1h 11m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor Colin Murphy about the specific topic of Bungee America, one of the oldest bungee jumping adventures you can take, located in Azusa, California outside of Los Angeles. What made Colin want to bungee jump

How The Terminator Franchise Justifies Its Own Existence with Charlie Mihelich

Mar 3rd, 2021 1h 23m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer and podcast host Charlie Mihelich (@mihelicopter) about the specific topic of the increasingly inane reasons The Terminator film franchise uses to justify its own existence after T2, in which pretty muc

The Love Lives of the Kardashians with Jessica Jardine

Feb 24th, 2021 1h 23m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor and podcast host Jessica Jardine (@jjjla) about the specific topic of the many lovers, boyfriends, husbands, and beyond of the Kardashian family. What do we think caused the Kimye split? Or the Khloe and

Microdosing with Patty Guggenheim

Feb 17th, 2021 1h 7m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor Patty Guggenheim (@patriscuit) about the specific topic of microdosing, aka using minuscule amounts of LSD, mushrooms, ketamine, THC, CBD, and other psychedelics. What tips should any microdosing newbie

The Life and Times of Tonya Harding with Kimia Behpoornia

Feb 10th, 2021 1h 13m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor Kimia Behpoornia (@childclown) about the specific topic of the life and times of notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. What made Tonya so great at skating beyond her infamous triple axel? What's the tru

Taking Care of Plants 101 with Amanda Meadows

Jan 27th, 2021 1h 25m

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to comic editor and podcast host Amanda Meadows (@amandonium) about the specific topic of how to begin taking care of plants in your home. What are the easiest plants you can take care of without killing them out

SaGa Frontier with Emma Fyffe

Jan 20th, 2021 1h 24m

This week, Nadia and Steve welcome back actor and host Emma Fyffe (@emmafyffe) about the specific topic of the 1997 PlayStation sci-fi role-playing game, SaGa Frontier. How does the nonlinear gameplay work for seven characters, multiple storyli

Winchester Mystery House with Mark Rennie

Jan 13th, 2021 1h 17m

This week, Nadia and Steve welcome back writer and host Mark Rennie (@markrennie) about the specific topic of the Winchester Mystery House, a sprawling mansion under constant construction built by the widow and heir to the Winchester rifle fort