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Afternoon Tonic is a weekly hang with the band, Sap and Claw Elixir. In this show, we discuss our views on the state of the world, drinks, music, and whatever else is on our minds. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/afternoon-tonic/support
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Ope There It Is

Jennie Koenig & Emily Caulkins

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A couple of small town midwestern ladies finding the gems hidden away in the hearts of small town people. We tell the stories and even interview people from our small-town Iowa area and learn about the incredible things they've seen and done. We'll also talk about Jesus and cake and butter cows and whatever the heck else. We (Jennie & Emily) believe God creates each person with unique beauty and purpose, like a gem buried waiting to be discovered. This doesn't always look fancy, or create "s ...
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Mr. Wilkins: A name which shall live in Pleasantville infamy. A name which nearly anyone who attended middle school at PCSD holds with both reverence and fondness. Why? Because Mr. Tom Wilkins is the kind of teacher you remember. The kind of teacher who has high expectations for his students, but who also has high hopes for his students. Mr. Thomas…
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Tara Williams is a Pleasantville girl through and through and she is BACK to her hometown as the Pleasantville Community School District's Activities Director. Tara sits down with us to talk about being a life-long learner, how athletics helped keep her on track in high school, her faith, family, and so much more! Whether you've just met Tara this …
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If you would like to help the Goodale family, you can find ways to do that here. If you would like to watch the prayer night video mentioned in this podcast, you can watch it here. Eric Goodale, the self-proclaimed mayor of Beech, has lived in the Pleasantville area for nearly two decades now. He and his wife Brenda have raised their three children…
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We're back with a new episode featuring some pretty AWESOME Pville Class of 2023 grads Olivia Anthony and Craig Fallis! This episode is full of awesome advice and lots of laughs! Pville Founding Father descendent Liv and Self-Proclaimed Mama's Boy Craig sit down with us to talk about the transition from high school to college. Leaving home isn't al…
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Madilyn Rowson is a senior at PHS and the captain of Pleasantville's first ever girls wrestling team. We got to sit down with her and talk all things wrestling! We discuss how the sport has impacted her and what she loves most about it. We also talked about how Girls Wrestling is confronting the long-held and deeply rooted stigmas around weight and…
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We're back with another Jennie and Emily Chat! We like to throw these in between interview episodes whenever we can. In today's episode, we talk about the ingredients of Pumpkin Spice and just WHY it might be so addicting (lookin at you nutmeg). We share the results of the buzzfeed quiz: "What Cozy Fall Sweet Treat Matches Your Personality" (you ca…
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Summer is over and we are BACK with another Ope There It Is interview! If you don't know Mike Fust, you'll want to after this chat. Mike is hilarious and full of love for the Pleasantville Community. We talk about, well, a LOT. This interview was a long one. But as you listen, you'll see why! Mike has a lot of good things to say about Youth Ministr…
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This episode is a conversation with composer/performer/educator - Hesam AbediniWe discuss topics ranging from music in academia, free improvisation, Hesam's radio opera, and Persian music. Hesam's Links Website - https://www.hesamabedini.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hesam__abedini/Sibarg Ensemble - https://www.sibarg.com/ Support my mu…
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This episode is a conversation with bassist/woodwind player - Micaiah NavarreteWe discuss topics ranging from life as a gigging musician in Austin, artistry, day jobs, and instrument building! Micaiah's Links Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/hakuna_mic_ai_uh/ Support my music/podcast: Patreon - ⁠https://www.patreon.com/anthonycaulkinsmusic⁠Ve…
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Emily and Jennie sit down with PHS alum and Pleasantville native Lindsay Phipps! She tells us about growing up in Pleasantville, her time with Lois Turnage as a mentor on the PHS Dance Team, her years at Central College, and her current role in Discipling other women in the Christian faith. We discuss how God's calling in our lives takes us on unex…
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This episode is a conversation with drummer/producer - Jack Perry We discuss topics ranging from life as a gigging musician in LA, the role of a musician at various events, jack's production work, and Jack's Links Linktree - https://linktr.ee/jackdrums Song credit Backbiter by Andy Waddell - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nqm8lvl4pCw Support my mu…
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This episode is a conversation with songwriter/guitarist - Jac With No K We discuss topics ranging from Jac's latest music releases, the universality of the blues, and the nature of evil! Jac's Links: Linktree - https://linktr.ee/jac_withnok Support my music/podcast: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/anthonycaulkinsmusic Venmo - https://venmo.com/u…
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Jennie and Emily discuss the beloved and ever trending Girl Scout cookies. They answer a listener question: "If you were a Spice Girl, what would your Spice Girl name be?". And then they get serious for a gosh darn second and talk about the recent Asbury Revival that many of you may have heard about. Here are a few links we mention in the podcast: …
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This episode is a conversation with songwriter/guitarist - Kenny Hada We discuss topics ranging from Kenny's band - Kenny Hada & The Others, to Kenny's history with music, to not having favorite bands, to PA systems! Kenny's Links: Website - https://khtomusic.com/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2OmAyC3pSUIeniHpxl8W2x Instagram - https://…
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This episode is a conversation with guitarist/musician - Jim Briggs We discuss topics ranging from Jim's history at Berklee College of Music, to guitar technique, to our favorite bands, to aliens! Jim's Links: Linktree - https://hellajimbriggs.github.io/ Website - https://hellajimbriggs.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hellajimbriggs/ Sup…
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Jennie and Emily sit down with Pleasantville Wrestling Coach and all around great guy Chad Rowson, aka the 1996 Class 2A 160lb State CHAMPION! Chad shares with us about wrestling, his career as a Park Ranger, clarifies a whole bunch of details about the DNR and conservation for Jennie, and walks Emily through the process of removing skunk "essence"…
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This episode is the first in my new reading series. The article from this episode is "The String Quartets of Bartok" (1949), written by Milton Babbitt and taken from the book The Collected Essays of Milton Babbitt. Recorded musical examples taken from the Takas Quartet recordings of the 6 Bartok string quartets. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sI-f…
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This episode is a conversation with singer/songwriter - Son Of Anders We discuss topics ranging from songwriting, to guitar technique, to social media, to live performance/recording! Son Of Anders' Links: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2ODV9Rl5RfeawXNzBr9q0a TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@son__of__anders YouTube - https://www.youtube.c…
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We're rolling into the new year with a very special Christmas Break interview with Emily's son, Bryce, and Jennie's daughter, Adoniah (Addie). We discuss New Years resolutions, December birthdays, and fudge. Bryce and Addie also share their favorite devotionals, Emily and Bryce debate who is actually at fault for Bryce being called "The Late Kid" a…
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Episode 61 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode, we talk with special guest - Rosy Rosenquist - about our latest single, strange encounters, and play our favorite game "Say What?"! Link to Lullaby single - https://open.spotify.com/track/4RSSPVvrUmNDdKoTKflbTq?si=1175b22bd3c74362 About Rosy In addition to music, Rosy is a pro poker player. He special…
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This episode is a conversation with country singer/songwriter - Zach Day We discuss topics ranging from country songwriting, to booking tours as a solo artists, to the music scene in Austin, to Zach's new music! Zach's Links: Website - https://zachdaymusic.net/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/zachdayofficial/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com…
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Episode 60 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode, we get into an intense discussion about farming and social contracts, talk strange encounters, and go into the elitist corner! Link to Fudge The Fed single - https://open.spotify.com/track/3t7co3sxhgBJzHsBUoNFCW?si=a67012e5cde84cbd Keep up to date with Sap & Claw by subscribing to our newsletter - htt…
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Trick or Treat! Emily and Jennie discuss Halloween costumes, favorite candy, and then interview the one and only CAROL BEIER! Born and raised in Pleasantville, Carol is a staple in the community and the reason MANY of us can read. Her teaching career focused on early education (Pre School, Kindergarten, T-K). After retiring, Carol was elected to th…
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Episode 59 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode, we get into bologna news, thoughts on Anthony's frustrations about Brother Nate's silliness, and of course value for value! Link to Fudge The Fed single - https://open.spotify.com/track/3t7co3sxhgBJzHsBUoNFCW?si=a67012e5cde84cbd Keep up to date with Sap & Claw by subscribing to our newsletter - http:/…
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Episode 58 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode, we get into some thoughts on things about saving the banks, talk Anthony's milk addiction, and of course value for value. Link to Fudge The Fed single - https://open.spotify.com/track/3t7co3sxhgBJzHsBUoNFCW?si=a67012e5cde84cbd Keep up to date with Sap & Claw by subscribing to our newsletter - http://e…
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Episode 57 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode, we get into how cool or lame Sober October is, we play our favorite game 'Say What?', and get into the Elitist Corner. Link to Fudge The Fed single - https://open.spotify.com/track/3t7co3sxhgBJzHsBUoNFCW?si=a67012e5cde84cbd Keep up to date with Sap & Claw by subscribing to our newsletter - http://eepu…
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In this episode, Jennie and Emily chat about topics relating to Biblical Hospitality. They share about their early cooking mishaps, talk about what the Bible says about hospitality, and how it impacts how they interact with others. They also discuss Mary and Martha (spoiler: Martha IS NOT the worst). This episode is at times light-hearted and at ti…
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Episode 56 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode we discuss some recent Gig Fails, Value For Value, and go into a crazy Strange Encounters about a wild FBI raid in brother Nate's neighborhood! Link to Fudge The Fed single - https://open.spotify.com/track/3t7co3sxhgBJzHsBUoNFCW?si=a67012e5cde84cbd Keep up to date with Sap & Claw by subscribing to our …
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This episode is a conversation with musician/guitarist and voice of Throwaway - Kirsten Carey We discuss topics ranging from humor in music, designations of punk, to music in academia! Kirsten's Links: Website - https://kirstencarey.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kircareygtr/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIuwmQKCmvJ9iYnPqj…
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Episode 55 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode we discuss last week's shows in Austin (TX), strange encounters, go into the elitist corner, talk value for value, and our thoughts on things. Link to Fudge The Fed single - https://open.spotify.com/track/3t7co3sxhgBJzHsBUoNFCW?si=a67012e5cde84cbd Keep up to date with Sap & Claw by subscribing to our n…
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Emily and Jennie discuss Homecoming and then have their very first interview with practice run Michael Koenig, aka Jennie's husband, who is also super smart and stuff. We think he's a crop doctor or something? ...In all seriousness, we do discuss Michael's journey, a few of the people who changed the direction of his life, and how important it is t…
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Welcome to "Ope, There it Is!" a podcast where we search for the gems hidden inside ordinary, every day, small town people. God has designed each of us with unique gifts. Often these gifts go unnoticed because they are hidden deep down within. All it takes is a bit of digging and then, ope! there it is! We, Jennie Koenig and Emily Caulkins, are co-…
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Episode 54 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode we discuss our upcoming shows in Austin (TX), our upcoming single and music video, strange encounters, and talk our thoughts on things - sorry about the sniffles on this one! Link to Fudge The Fed single - https://open.spotify.com/track/3t7co3sxhgBJzHsBUoNFCW?si=a67012e5cde84cbd Keep up to date with Sa…
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Episode 53 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode, we discuss our newest single - Fudge The Fed, go into the elitist corner, and talk a couple gig fails. Link to Fudge The Fed - https://open.spotify.com/track/3t7co3sxhgBJzHsBUoNFCW?si=a67012e5cde84cbd Keep up to date with Sap & Claw by subscribing to our newsletter - http://eepurl.com/h6IE8b If you li…
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Episode 52 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode, we discuss our upcoming music video, some bologna news, go into our thoughts on the student debt cancelation. If you like our stuff, buy us a beer - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sapandclaw9 To access our bonus episodes or to submit topics for us to discuss on the show, sign up on our Patreon - https:/…
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Episode 51 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode, we discuss the mix on our newest tune - Fudge The Fed, go into the pit of despair, and premier our newest and most popular segment - Life Is A Joke! If you like our stuff, buy us a beer - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sapandclaw9 Keep up with us by subscribing to our newsletter - http://eepurl.com/h6IE…
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Episode 50 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode, we discuss some bologna news, go into the pit of despair, and play our favorite game - Say What? If you like our stuff, buy us a beer - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sapandclaw9 Keep up with us by subscribing to our newsletter - http://eepurl.com/h6IE8b To access our bonus episodes or to submit topics …
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Episode 49 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode, we discuss strange encounters, gig fails, and some thoughts on things regarding regiment and cancellation. If you like our stuff, buy us a beer - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sapandclaw9 To access our bonus episodes or to submit topics for us to discuss on the show, sign up on our Patreon - https://ww…
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Episode 48 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode, we discuss strange encounters, our vision for the future of Sap & Claw spectacles, and go into the elitist corner to discuss folk versus 'sophisticated' music. If you like our stuff, buy us a beer - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sapandclaw9 To access our bonus episodes or to submit topics for us to dis…
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This episode is a conversation with singer-songwriter - Mary Brett We discuss topics ranging from spirituality in music, the Mary's history as a history student, to her process as a writer and performer! Mary's Links: Bandcamp - https://marybrett.bandcamp.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/missmbrett YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/…
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Episode 47 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode, we discuss strange encounters, listen to some blatantly ideological music (F**k the CIA - Drunken Sufis, Reagan - Killer Mike, & F**k Da Police - NWA), listen to a clip about inflation from Milton Friedman, and get into the pit of despair about changing definitions. If you like our stuff, buy us a bee…
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Episode 46 of Afternoon Tonic! In this episode, we discuss some bologna news, a rap by Rucka Rucka Ali, and get into the expression of ideology through music! The special message at the beginning of this message is inspired by the sketch comedy group - Whitest Kids U' Know! RIP Trevor If you like our stuff, buy us a beer - https://www.buymeacoffee.…
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This episode is a conversation with percussionist, drummer, and music educator - Brian Cannady We discuss topics ranging from classical music, the role of drums in music, and even some rhythm games! Brian's Links: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cannadrum/ Long Beach Symphony - https://longbeachsymphony.org/musicians/brian-cannady/ To support…
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Episode 45 of Afternoon Tonic - featuring Joe Garza & Ben D'Alessio of The Reckless Muse! In this episode, we discuss The Reckless Muse, gig fails, and play our favorite game - Say What?! The Reckless Muse: Medium - https://medium.com/the-reckless-muse YouTube - https://youtube.com/channel/UCQsRz4pi9_D7wawo1dl03Sg Spotify - https://open.spotify.com…
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A very special 4th of July episode of Afternoon Tonic - featuring Andres Avendano and Micheal Selfridge! In this episode, we discuss strange encounters, gig etiquette, and play our favorite game - Say What! Michael's Links: Instagram - https://instagram.com/mikebasssss Andres' Links: Instagram - https://instagram.com/andres.avendano.735 Link to our…
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This episode is a conversation with Irish fiddle player, violinist, and music educator - Charlene Adzima We discuss topics ranging from teaching philosophies, the history of Irish dance and music, and even some music theory! Charlene's Links: Website - http://charleneadzima.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFGCKuYdK4QSbhR--DzDmgQ Inst…
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In this episode, we discuss business negotiations, strange encounters, and and listen to some pretty raunchy weird music! Link to our latest EP - https://open.spotify.com/album/27B1sqXJfEQ01z07rHC0H8?si=t3GnnMziSgmCLfh6YIgMmw If you like our stuff, buy us a beer - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sapandclaw9 To access our bonus episodes or to submit to…
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In this episode, we discuss dishonest salesmen, whether we should incorporate puppets into our act, and economics, and value for value! Link to our latest EP - https://open.spotify.com/album/27B1sqXJfEQ01z07rHC0H8?si=t3GnnMziSgmCLfh6YIgMmw If you like our stuff, buy us a beer - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sapandclaw9 To access our bonus episodes o…
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This episode is a conversation with bassist, improviser, librarian, and writer - Jeff Schwartz. We discuss topics ranging from Jeff's history in music, politics in music, how to know what 'rightness' means in music, and Jeff's upcoming book! Jeff's Links: Website - http://jeffschwartzmusic.wordpress.com/ Ictus Records - https://ictusrecords.bandcam…
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