Best Janel & Sam Podcasts (2026)

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Prayer Investigator: Finding Strength as a Single Mom of Seven with Peggy Sue Wells 17:38

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3M ago17:38

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Join Linda Evans Shepherd on this inspiring episode of the Prayer Investigator as she interviews Peggy Sue Wells, a solo parent to seven children. Discover how Peggy Sue remained sane, achieved stability through prayer, and relied on God's guidance during challenging times. Learn about her adventures, her impactful ministry 'Single Mom Circle,' and…

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Prayer Investigator: The Power of Prayer—A Story of Friendship and Forgiveness with Karen Porter 15:38

4M ago15:38

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In this heartfelt episode of 'The Prayer Investigator,' host Linda Evans Shepherd welcomes Karen Porter, a renowned international speaker and co-owner of Bold Vision Books. Karen bravely shares her personal story of being wounded by a dear friend and how she found solace and healing through a powerful prayer. Discover the incredible journey of over…

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Prayer Investigator: "I Found Healing from My Abusive Childhood" with Patricia Durgan 19:23

8M ago19:23

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In this heartfelt episode of 'The Prayer Investigator,' host Linda Evan Shepherd talks with Patricia Durgan, a childhood abuse survivor. Patricia shares her powerful testimony of overcoming abuse through her faith in Jesus, offering hope and practical advice for others seeking healing. Discover how she navigated the physical, mental, and spiritual …

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Prayer Investigator: Everyday Miracles—The Power of Prayer with Joy Brown 8:34

8M ago8:34

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In this episode of Prayer Investigator, host Linda Evans Shepherd introduces special guest Joy Brown. Joy shares her inspiring stories about how God turns ordinary moments into miracles through the power of prayer. From a heartwarming anecdote involving coffee can lids and bakery coupons to impactful prayers, this episode sheds light on recognizing…

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Prayer Investigator: Babbie Mason's Divine Appointment at Sam's Club 23:21

8M ago23:21

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In this episode of the Prayer Investigator, host Linda Evans Shepherd welcomes Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter Babbie Mason. Babbie shares amazing stories of how her simple prayer to share her faith beyond the stage transformed everyday encounters into divine appointments. From spontaneous blessings at a Sam's Club to heartfelt moments in a …

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Prayer Investigator: Finding Freedom from Toxic Relationships with Janell Rardon 24:08

9M ago24:08

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In this powerful episode of Prayer Club, host Linda welcomes award-winning author Janell Rardon, a trauma-informed mental health coach, to discuss how to navigate difficult relationships through persevering prayer. Drawing from her own painful experience with a church leadership conflict, Janell shares how the biblical story of Hannah guided her jo…

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Prayer Investigator: NDE of Angels and God's Glory with Pam Farrel 13:14

11M ago13:14

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In this heartwarming episode of 'The Prayer Investigator,' host Linda Evans Shepherd interviews her friend Pam Farrel about her extraordinary near-death experience. Pam, an award-winning author, shares her journey of being surrounded by angels and experiencing a glimpse of God's glory while in a coma due to complications from her rare form of diabe…

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Prayer Investigator : Prayer That Caused a Lame Man to Walk Again with Dr. Natalie Floyd 14:55

11M ago14:55

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In this episode of Prayer Investigator, host Linda Evans Shepherd interviews Dr. Natalie Ford about her miraculous experience during a mission trip in Kenya. Dr. Ford recounts how she and her team prayed for a man who had been bedridden for over 20 years and witnessed a miraculous healing. Despite her initial doubts and lack of faith, Dr. Ford was …

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Prayer Investigator: Giving God Control in the Midst of a Hard Diagnosis and Reality TV with Kimberley Woodhouse 25:32

11M ago25:32

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In this episode of Prayer Investigator, Linda Evans Shepherd interviews Kimberly Woodhouse, a former control freak and renowned author, about her journey of faith and surrender to God. Kimberly shares her emotional story of navigating her daughter Kayla's rare nerve disorder, overcoming postpartum depression, and the realization that God's control …

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Prayer Investigator: Confronting Demons and Finding Hope—Kim M. Clark 19:10

1+ y ago19:10

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In this powerful episode of 'The Prayer Investigator,' host Linda Evans Shepherd interviews inspirational speaker and best-selling author Kim M. Clark. Kim shares her incredible experiences with spiritual warfare while working with incarcerated women in maximum security jails. From casting out demons to the importance of forgiveness, this episode c…

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Prayer Investigator: A Miracle in the Flames with Sue Detweiler 21:19

1+ y ago21:19

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In this compelling episode of 'The Prayer Investigator,' host Linda Evans Shepherd welcomes Sue Detweiler, a world-class leader and bestselling author, as she shares her harrowing experience of being trapped in a burning house with her five-week-old baby. Sue recounts the miraculous rescue that she attributes to the power of prayer — specifically h…

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Prayer Investigator: Finding Faith When God Says No with Dr. Nancy Meyer 13:43

1+ y ago13:43

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Join Linda Evans Shepherd, 'The Prayer Investigator,' as she discusses with Dr. Nancy Meyer, also known as the Fear Defier, the profound insights and experiences she gained when God seemingly rejected a desperate prayer for her mother's health. Dr. Nancy shares how this pivotal moment led her to a deeper, more fulfilling relationship with God, offe…

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Prayer Investigator: Praying into God's Will for Your Life with Liz Pitman 14:34

1+ y ago14:34

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Do you ever wonder if you're on the right path or following God's will for your life? In this inspiring episode of Prayer Investigator, children's book author and speaker Liz Pitman shares powerful stories about how prayer guided her family in starting a Christian school. You'll learn practical tips for persistently seeking God's direction through …

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Prayer Investigator: Unlocking the Power of Specific Prayer with Wanda Knight McBrock 14:18

1+ y ago14:18

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Are your prayers feeling stale and unheard? Discover the transformative secret to a vibrant prayer life that yields remarkable results. Join Linda Evans Shepherd as she interviews Wanda McKnight Brock who shares her incredible journey from generic prayers to a trail of answered miracles. You'll learn practical tips to elevate your conversations wit…

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Prayer Investigator: Prayer Shocker—He Left Me for Another Woman with Dawn Damon 16:30

1+ y ago16:30

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Join us on The Prayer Investigator as we dive deep into the transformative power of prayer. In this episode, we sit down with Dawn Damon, an award-winning author, podcaster, and life coach, as she shares her powerful journey of faith amidst heartbreak and rejection. Discover how Dawn found joy and restoration in the midst of unanswered prayers, and…

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Prayer Investigator: Can Prayer Help You Lose 100 lbs? with Christine Trimpe 14:36

1+ y ago14:36

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Christine Trimpe is a special guest for an inspiring episode of Prayer Investigator that explores one woman's remarkable 100-pound weight loss and spiritual renewal. Join host Linda Evans Shepherd as she interviews health and wellness coach Christine Trimpe about overcoming her self-described "casual Christian" lifestyle and food addiction through …

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Prayer Investigator: Hearing God's Voice—A Prayer that Saved My Life with Gaylyn Williams 12:23

2y ago12:23

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Don't miss this powerful episode of The Prayer Investigator with special guest Gaylynn Williams! Gaylyn shares gripping testimonies of how hearing and obeying God's voice protected her from life-threatening danger. You'll be inspired by her stories from Israel and gain invaluable insights on discerning the Lord's guidance. Gaylyn and host Linda Eva…

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Prayer Investigator: Anger Management Through Prayer with Kathy Collard Miller 18:52

2y ago18:52

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In this powerful episode of The Prayer Investigator, host Linda Evans Shepherd welcomes best-selling author and international speaker Kathy Collard Miller, who shares her incredible journey of overcoming anger and finding healing through prayer. Chapter 1: Kathy's Struggle with Anger (00:00 - 12:30) Kathy opens up about her shocking experience of s…

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Prayer Investigator: Finding Joy as a Foreigner on Earth with Mabel Ninan 16:56

2y ago16:56

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Guest Mabel Ninan shares her powerful story of moving 8,000 miles away from her home country of India to the United States shortly after getting married. The drastic life change left her feeling lonely, lost, and without purpose or joy for several years. Mabel opens up about the spiritual crisis she went through and how rededicating herself to Bibl…

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Prayer Investigator: A Certified Miracle Healing from Rhonda Dragomir 20:56

2y ago20:56

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Guest Rhonda Dragomir shares her powerful testimony of receiving a certified, medically-verified miracle healing from an incurable case of Crohn's disease. Rhonda opens up about the years of extreme pain and her desperate cry to God that she would rather die than live with such suffering. She describes the pivotal moment at a women's retreat when a…

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Prayer Investigator: Beyond Alcohol And Depression With God's Grace with Michele Chynoweth 18:05

2y ago18:05

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When Michelle Chenoweth stepped into the courtroom that day, her life was at a crossroads between despair and hope, with the scales tipped heavily towards the former. Her story of transformation from the clutches of alcoholism and depression to a life of purpose is not just inspiring—it's a riveting testament to human resilience and the power of fa…

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Prayer Investigator: A New Sense Of Purpose After Loss With Therapy Dogs —Gail Scoats 11:17

2y ago11:17

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Gail Scoats found her purpose in training therapy dogs after her sister passed away from cancer. In this 12-minute episode, hear Gail's story of how she got started in therapy dog work, her transition to writing books in retirement, and her advice for others looking to follow God's purpose for their lives. Show Notes: [00:28] Gail shares her backgr…

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Prayer Investigator: Finding Hope and Peace After the Loss of a Grandchild with Meredith Kendall 15:29

2y ago15:29

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In this episode of "The Prayer Investigator," host Linda Evan Shepherd welcomes special guest Meredith Sage Kendall, a former top sales agent turned change agent. Meredith shares a profound and heart-wrenching journey of losing her grandchild to Walker Warburg syndrome. Despite the challenges, Meredith found hope and peace through faith and prayer,…

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Prayer Investigator: Finding Joy In My Desert Season with Carole Leathem 16:10

2y ago16:10

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In the episode of The Prayer Investigator, Linda shares an encouraging conversation with award-winning author Carole Leathem (carolesjourney.com) about finding hope and purpose even in difficult "desert" seasons of life. Carole shares her journey through a painful season while caring for her husband with mental illness and how God met her powerfull…

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Prayer Investigator: Finding Joy in Unanswered Prayer with Dawn Damon 16:15

2y ago16:15

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After 28 years of marriage, author Dawn Damon was devastated when her husband abruptly left for another woman. Having survived childhood abuse, Dawn thought the worst was behind her. Despite desperately praying for the restoration of their relationship, God impressed on her heart that He wouldn’t violate her husband’s choice. Though painful, Dawn s…

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Prayer Investigator: Find Hope in Your Darkest Hour with Michelle Medlock Adams 17:58

2y ago17:58

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When trauma and trials stack up, it can be incredibly difficult to continue trusting in God's plan. In this episode, Michelle Medlock Adams shares her powerful story of clinging to faith when facing a succession of health crises within her family. Follow along as Michelle recounts her daughter's difficult pregnancy, her mother-in-law's declining he…

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Prayer Investigator: Prayer for an Arrested Son with Carol Kent 19:24

2y ago19:24

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When her son was arrested and convicted of first-degree murder, Carol Kent's world turned upside down. Join Carol as she shares her unbelievable story of relinquishing control and trusting God amid impossible circumstances. Carol explains how she cried out to Jesus for help and learned to pray in a deeper way through her family's darkest moments. D…

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Prayer Investigator: Healing Father Wounds with Becky Harling 16:37

2y ago16:37

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In this episode of Prayer Investigator, bestselling author Becky Harling shares her story of experiencing abuse from her father as a child, even though he was a pastor. She hid the abuse for many years until she went through counseling while battling cancer. Through an intensive process of counseling, prayer, worship, and learning to separate God t…

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Projecting with Hector Navarro 1:16:53

3y ago1:16:53

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It goes from 0 to 60 in this episode of YDKN, so much so that Hector and Jessica took off before they hit record. Drop in to this thoughtful, funny, and insightful conversation that will have you loving Hector Navarro more than you thought you possibly could. Please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts! A moment of your time really helps …

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Taking Responsibility with The Noir Enigma 1:20:50

3y ago1:20:50

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Call him what you will, The Noir Enigma is nothing short of the best. Jess and Noir chat music, stand up, TTRPGing, and helping others. Enjoy. Podcast of the Rings, a deep dive into the lore of Middle Earth preparing you for the new Amazon Prime TV Show, Rings of Power. Alexander Mitchell and Jessica Lynn Verdi take you on a journey of the main pla…

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Making the Map with Scott White 1:05:28

3y ago1:05:28

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Professor RPG sits down at the YDKN Desk to have a chat about what fulfillment in life looks like, how TTRPGs create bonds, and Jessica's boobs... Guess you have to listen to see what we mean. Find Scott doing all the things: RPG University Podcast Twitter Podcast of the Rings, a deep dive into the lore of Middle Earth preparing you for the new Ama…

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Putting Patience to the Test with Janel SantaCruz 1:01:20

3+ y ago1:01:20

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Jess and Janel have been friends for five years and it shows. They chat about the good old times at the TTRPG table on Hyper RPGs Twitch, what it's like to have your own Twitch channel, and of course, boys. Fine Janel doing her thing over on Twitch Podcast of the Rings, a deep dive into the lore of Middle Earth preparing you for the new Amazon Prim…

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Choosing Your Hard with Sam LaCrosse 1:11:04

3+ y ago1:11:04

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Our guest, Sam LaCrosse, is a geniune Gen Z-er and writer who wants to give you a self-help book that will actually help you. Jessica and Sam break down some of the ideas in his book, Value Economics, and play a fun game of verbal volleyball. **Trigger Warnings include Suicide, Pornography, and School Shootings.** Find Sam doing amazing things in a…

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Empathizing with KyRee Burton 57:19

3+ y ago57:19

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KyRee Burton, aka Ree, aka ReeRoles, is YDKN's first bonafide Gen Z guest! When he isn't in school or playing TTRPGs on Twitch, he's figuring out how to save the world, and Jessica just has all the questions for him. Find Ree on Twitter: BigDudeRee and on Twitch: ReeRoles Podcast of the Rings, a deep dive into the lore of Middle Earth preparing you…

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Into the Echo Chamber with Mike Richards 58:51

3+ y ago58:51

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In the absence of fresh episodes of The Orville to chat about, Mike Richard and Jess settle back in to normal life and just chat to chat. Podcast of the Rings, a deep dive into the lore of Middle Earth preparing you for the new Amazon Prime TV Show, Rings of Power. Alexander Mitchell and Jessica Lynn Verdi take you on a journey of the main players …

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Finding True North with David A. Goodman 57:25

3+ y ago57:25

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Writer David A. Goodman stops by the old YDKN desk to chat about his new movie, Honor Society, and other topics such as the power of vulnerability, the importance of following your heart, and Star Trek! Check out Honor Society, now streaming on Paramount Plus, starring Angourie Rice (Spider-Man: Far From Home), Gate Matarazzo (Stranger Things), and…

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Appealing to Aristotle with Dr. Christopher Bell 1:23:09

3+ y ago1:23:09

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As you may already know, Jessica excites easily, but this week's episode takes the cake. Dr. Chris Bell stops by the YDKN Pod to drop some sincerely amazing knowledge with a huge dose of humor and kindness. All the while, Jessica doesn't know whether to shut up and listen or to enthusicastically emote. Enjoy! Check out Dr. Chris's podcast, The Deco…

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Drinking the Kool-Aid with Eliot Hochberg 1:12:37

3+ y ago1:12:37

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Eliot Hochberg, of Never Not Funny fame, stops by the Streamyard and chats for awhile. They both have lots to talk about but things take a turn when Eliot has to have a real talk with Jess. Podcast of the Rings, a deep dive into the lore of Middle Earth preparing you for the new Amazon Prime TV Show, Rings of Power. Alexander Mitchell and Jessica L…

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Sorting it Out with Solkattu 1:02:35

3+ y ago1:02:35

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After a brief break, YDKN returns with nepotism in full swing. Nick still isn't back on the show, so Jessica scrambles for guests. This week, she enlists her boyfriend, Alexander Mitchell, aka Solkattu, to fill in the gap. Jess and Alex discuss their new podcast, Podcast of the Rings, where Alex schools Jess on what she doensn't know, which his als…

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Practicing Imperfection with Amanda Troop 59:10

3+ y ago59:10

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If this episode doesn't make you smile from ear to ear, then nothing will. A full hour spent with our special guest, Amanda Troop, is enough to brighten anyone's week. Jessica and Amanda discuss perfectionism, acheiving your dreams, pizza, improv, cows, and more in this week's interview. Aman-duh does amazing things all over the place, including vo…

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Telling Stories with Glaiza Champion 59:37

3+ y ago59:37

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*Smol Note: Jessica's audio isn't GREAT. But it is a vast improvement considering how bad it was to begin with. We have Earl Green to thank for making this episode listenable.* You Don't Know, Nick is blessed with Glaiza Champion's presence this week. Jessica uses the excuse to have them on the podcast in order to get to know them better, and it go…

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Avoiding Arguments with Sam Gasch 1:41:23

3+ y ago1:41:23

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What more can you say about Sam Gasch? To put it simply, he's a bonafied mensch. Sam and Jessica shoot the breeze about shoe inserts, pillows, pokemon, parasocial relationships, sinusoidal (SP?) curves or something like that, and the conversation they have is all around delightful. You can't not listen to Sam without a smile on your face. Check out…

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Mixtroverted with Asterios Kokkinos 1:36:42

3+ y ago1:36:42

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YDKN is excited to bring you this exciting episode. An episode filled with moxie and spunk. This week, in the "we are keeping Jessica busy until Nick comes back from paternity leave" series, we welcome Asterios Kokkinos, an extremely talented podcaster in his own right, comedian, sweetie, and more. Jessica and Asterios talk about it all. The state …

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Don't Get The Credit Card with Mike D'Alonzo 1:33:05

3+ y ago1:33:05

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Next up in the series of "Jessica looks for a new host to replace Nick" is special guest, Mike D'Alonzo. He's an improvisor, writer, gentle hearted friend and father. Him and Jess sit down to have a candid and open-hearted conversation about themselves, their lives, and how enriched they are by knowing the other. No, seriously. No sarcasm here. Jus…

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Making It Up with Roberto T. Lewis 1:43:05

3+ y ago1:43:05

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This week's guest, Roberto T. Lewis, joins Jess and talks about... yup, you guessed it, improv. But among improv there are so many other topics, including teaching, being honest, adulting, 80s toys,... just listen to the episode, there's too much to recap here. Roberto is up to a lot of stuff, not to mention is a lead in Heartbeats. If you're in th…

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Minding the Gap with Aliza Pearl 1:31:56

3+ y ago1:31:56

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Welcome to the podcast our first ever female guest. It only took a year. That being said, it's fitting that the first to join us is none other than, ALIZA PEARL. Actor, improviser, TTRPGer, lover, fighter, and so much more, it won't take long til you understand just how amazing a person she really is. In this episode Jess & Aliza talk enefftees (an…

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Oversaturation with Phillip Mottaz 1:44:04

3+ y ago1:44:04

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Nick who? JUST KIDDING. But really, this week's guest will give Nick a run for his money. Welcome Phillip Mottaz! Writer, improviser, family man, and music enthusiast! Phillip and Jess hit the ground running with so many shared interests and not enough time. They chat improv, anxieties, music, and career envy! And that's just to name a few. Enjoy t…

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The Meaning of Life with Scott Rubin 1:32:45

3+ y ago1:32:45

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Well, here it is folks. Jessica's BFFAEAEAE finally jumps in as guest on the podcast and he is THRILLED. Welcome, Scott Rubin! S&J spend plenty of time together streaming on twitch, hanging out with her cats or hanging out with his kids, and generally giving each other sh*t. And today is no different. We learn about Scott's nature when it comes to …

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The Friend Test with Joe Starr 1:32:52

3+ y ago1:32:52

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Joe Starr is put to the test this week, simply because Jessica finds it hard to trust that anyone truly cares about her. But rest assured, Joe DOES care and you can tell by the way they drop in to the deep subjects, like the era of frosted tip hair styles, evangelism, geeky stuff, and more. You can find Joe doing awesome things over at DnD Beyond a…

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Alone and Separate with John Champion 1:20:35

3+ y ago1:20:35

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John Champion of Roddenberry Entertainment joins Jessica this week as her first guest in the series YDKN sans Nick. John and Jess chat music, franchises, and philosophy on this week's episode, made all the more interesting by the fact that John didn't even know what this podcast was before they started recording. Enjoy. Find John Champion at @jcham…