Category: Podcast
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Why Am I Jennifer Ashley Tepper – Broadway Historian
How does a daydreaming theater kid from Boca Raton, Florida end up making her mark on Broadway? In this episode, Greg sits down with Jennifer Ashley Tepper, a self-proclaimed theater nerd and accomplished historian, who has turned her childhood obsession into a Broadway career. Join us as we navigate through Jennifer’s journey, from theater camp…
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Fantasy Restaurant Sean Petrie
Ever imagined a meal where Wheaties meet leftover cake and a filet mignon finds its place on the same table as a 16-scoop ice cream split? Welcome to the Fantasy Restaurant with Sean Petrie (@typewriterrodeo) in the Fantasy Restaurant. Listen in as Sean’s creative choices and childhood flavors take us on a journey through taste…
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Why Am I Sasha Zaitsev – Radio Free Memphis
Ever wonder what it feels like to be a radio pirate in Memphis? Sasha Zaitsev shares his unique journey as the mastermind behind Radio Free Memphis, a pirate radio station disrupting the airwaves. Dive into his world of experimental music, designed to challenge and provoke, and uncover what it truly means to march to the…
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Fantasy Restaurant Dee Parson
Ever wondered what your ultimate comfort meal would look like if you had no limits? Join me in Dee Parson’s fantasy restaurant, where nostalgia and rebellion serve up a side of spicy popcorn chicken. From childhood influences like Grandma’s canned Pepsi to the ultimate birthday cake handcrafted by a best friend’s mother, Dee’s choice of…
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Why Am I Brady Drennan – Navel Nuke
What’s life really like when your workplace is a submarine, your family is 120 sailors, and your phone calls home are measured in words instead of minutes? Navy veteran Brady Drennan shares stories from 38 years of service, from fast attack submarines to aircraft carriers, nuclear power, deployment life, leadership, family, and the little pieces…
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Why Am I Jeffrey Zurek – Volcanologist
On this episode of Why Am I, Greg talks with scientist and podcaster Jeff Zurek about volcanoes, curiosity, public speaking, “type two fun,” and the strange paths that lead us into the work that lights us up. Jeff has a gift for making science feel less like homework and more like an adventure, especially when…
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Why Am I Rusty Surrette-Alvarez – Life as a News Anchor
On this episode of Why Am I, Greg sits down with Rusty, a Bryan-College Station news anchor who sees journalism less as being on TV and more as helping people feel seen. They talk about curiosity, trust, changing media, social media, Texas pride, and why the best stories usually come from everyday people. Don’t forget…