Why? The Podcast

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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 297- The Gathering of the Kyles

Apr 22 2024 31 mins

Are you named Kyle? Do you know someone named Kyle? The city of Kyle, Texas is holding their annual Gathering of the Kyles, where they will try to set the world record of the biggest gathering of people with the same name. How does one organize that many Kyles? What are the difficulties that come from that many Kyles in the same place? (And if you're not named Kyle, don't

Why? Episode 296- Tornado Tours

Apr 15 2024 36 mins

If you're looking for an unforgettable and unique way to see tornado, why not take a tour with Twisted Sky Tours? Traveling all around Tornado Alley, Ryan and Shanda will have you chasing storms like you're Helen Hunt.We talked with them about how the tours work, how close you'll get and how astounding your slideshow will be when you get home. For more information, y

Why? Episode 295- The World Naked Bike Ride in Milwaukee

Apr 08 2024 37 mins

It’s become a yearly event that’s taking over- the World Naked Bike Ride. The Milwaukee, Wisconsin version of the ride is taking place June 22nd of this year. We spoke with John, the organizer of the event and the founder of We Bare All, a naturist community dedicated to holding events year round for people to enjoy while naked.For more information, you can check out their webs

Why? Episode 294- Twister City Roller Derby

Apr 01 2024 43 mins

Roller Derby is for everyone. And if that wasn't great enough, it's making a comeback. We sat down with Cheyenne Riggs aka Professor Flex (no word the source of her professional accreditation, but it sounds badass,) to talk about the sport, and, in particular, the Twister City Derby.For more information about the league, or to find out when the next game is, check out the

Why? Epsiode 293- The Ramoms

Mar 25 2024 34 mins

Here's another fun episode from our sister show, Rock n Roll Grad School.Hey! Ho! Let’s Go! The Ramoms play punk rock music for punks of all ages. Their loving tributes to both their children and the Ramones are the type of things that make you wanna be sedated. (Or if you’re listening to the Ramoms, playdated.) For more information on the group, and to learn when they’r

Why? Episode 292- Escape Rooms

Mar 18 2024 28 mins

It's the activity that will either bring friends closer together or it will most surely tear friends apart. Of course, we're talking about escape rooms. What are the rules? What can we learn about humanity from the activity? We talked with Michael from the Milwaukee location of the popular Escape the Room. For more information, you can check out the Milwaukee branch'

Why? Episode 291- The Naturist Research Library

Mar 11 2024 40 mins

The Naturist Research Library is exactly what you think it is- a library with a large catalogue, documenting the history and enjoyment of naturism. The library has one of the largest collections of such material in the world. We talked with Doug, one of the librarians about the history of the collection and, if you are allowed to be naked while researching the collection, do you ne

Why? Episode 290- Surf Rock with The Surfrajettes

Mar 04 2024 37 mins

There's a new/old sound sweeping the world and that's surf music. And leading the charge are The Surfrajettes, an all-female band leaving audiences spellbound with their musical skills.We talked with Shermy, one of the band's guitarists as they prepared to hit the road for a long stretch, playing with bands like The Electric Six and The Reverend Horton Heat.For more

Why? Episode 289- The Boot Tan Festival

Feb 26 2024 35 mins

There is always a reason to celebrate women and women in sports. Enter the Boot Tan Fest, a yearly celebration where women have a mountain all to themselves. And to cap off the weekend's activities, there is a naked ski run for all to participate in.We talked with Jenny Verrochi , the founder of the festival about the joy and celebration contained in each and every year of Boo

Why? Episode 288- Corgi Racing

Feb 19 2024 25 mins

What better way to spend a day than watching your pet corgi race around with other dogs, having a great time? Thankfully, there's a few folks in southern California who feel the same way. What started as a day on the beach has turned into a twice-a-year gathering on the beach as well as two days of races at one of the most iconic horse racing venues in the country.We talked wi