Date Night

We sat down with Justin to talk about K-Pop! Listen in, and then check out these groups that he recommends to get started on your K-Pop stan-dom.SEVENTEENBlackpinkDVWNBOL4AileeIUPaul KimMusic by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

The podcast you were not asking for, but (definitely in hindsight) will realize you wanted all along. The president of the company Tony works for joins us to talk about his passion for collecting postage stamps.Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

Nic the "Redneck Philosopher" joins the date night pod to talk alligator fishing, growing mushrooms, suburban composting, gardening, tilapia, life as an arborist, elk hunting, bear evasion tactics, and the Lord of the Rings. Oh yeah, and he's our pastor. Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

We learned a lot about the crunchy lifestyle in this week's episode. We talk compost piles, homemade toiletries, chasing down chickens, organic foods, and more. Brett and Sam share about their holistic and natural way of life, their journey towards that lifestyle, and their philosophy and heart in why they do what they do.  Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

We wrap up the business ownership mini-series with familiar people... us! Tony interviews Lisa about her new company, Para Paper Co., where we dive into the beginning stages of business ownership, the vision behind Para, and how you can become part of the #ParaPeople tribe. Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

Mike and Monica Jurken from Majic Productions based in Milwaukee, WI join us this week for our second episode in the business ownership mini-series. They share some of the journey, the challenges, and the perks behind running a successful sound, video, and lighting company. What began as a teenage DJ at bar mitzvahs has grown into a company producing the Super Bowl and national conventions. As Mike and Monica say in the interview, you just need to start somewhere.  Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

We're kicking off a business ownership mini-series this week! Kent and Lynn recently retired and sold their business, A&J Property Restoration, after building it from scratch for more than 30 years. They share about decisions they made as a couple, as parents, and as owners to prioritize their values and navigate the highs and lows of building a company and a family. Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

Tom and Becca share about what their life looks like overseas in Angola. Their job is to venture into the African Bush with their team (including their two children) on a regular basis to build relationships with tribes. While you may listen at first and think their adventurous life is so foreign to yours, just wait until the end. They also share about the every-day things they enjoy doing as a family that you may find very relatable, including picking up a bird watching hobby and playing as many board games as Tom can get Becca to play. Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

We're back with season two! We'll start things off with an all-ladies Date Night where Lisa and her friends talk about all things enneagram.Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

Lisa wraps up season one by sharing some of what's going on in the Dahlager household, describing what this podcast has morphed into and the hopes for the future, reflecting on a few of season one episodes, and giving a sneak peak of what you expect to see on social media during the break (...Date Night on Date Night). Thank you for being here with us and listening to the stories and lives of everyone from season one!Connect with us online: Email: hidahlagers@gmail.comInsta: @datenightpodFacebook: @datenightpodMusic by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

Bill and Noranne share about how serving in a family practice shaped their home life and marriage. In this conversation, we hear about the beauty that comes from faithfully serving each other and a community over decades and we learn about finding the extraordinary in the ordinary.Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

Mike and Estel have several hobbies that they do together to stay connected. Listen to get lots of ideas for how you and your spouse can rekindle that spark in your relationship (sizzle sizzle).Waupun Polka Festival (http://www.waupunvolksfest.com/). Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

We talk quarantine activities with Luke and Rachel. Puzzles from Walmart, speedcubing, albumoftheyear.org, and Survivor Lockdown are keeping them busy. By them, we mean Luke. Take a look behind the scenes of the show! Survivor Lockdown (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oF8VkGf-ELY) Speedcubing (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFJpepih7zI) Walmart (https://www.walmart.com/puzzles) Optiv (https://optiv-podcast.simplecast.com/) Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

Have you ever wondered what it takes to make it in the music and entertainment industry? Our friend Josiah joins us this week to talk about breaking into the music industry (or not breaking into it), how to build a beat, and that Taylor Swift analysis you're dying to hear.Bust a Move Cover that gets our dude royalties (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKjiy_r9isA)Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

Check in on the Deezy's this week, we're covering what's new in our house in terms of hobbies. Lettering, Star Wars, baseball, and bread come up in discussion, totally related topics and completely normal quarantine behavior. Don't tell me baseball isn't a contact sport (https://twitter.com/Diamond_Digest/status/1286862869481627649). Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

This week is not about dating (none of them are, but really this time... no dating). We talk with Manohar about India and his personal experience with arranged marriage. We're not saying we're 100% sold, but we're building a list for our kiddos. Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) 

Get your best Canadian accent out, we're tawlkin' hawkey. Bar downskies, dangles for days, we're talking puck with Cassiana and Sonya. These two are the biggest Madison Capitols fans around, catch a game with them next year! They'll be the two folks banging on the glass and writing emails to the commish about those terrible refs (these two are the worst nightmare for bad officiating since instant replay). Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels) Mad Caps tickets (https://www.madcapshockey.com/)Hockey hair's best (https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=VuDeBAYhKO0) 

Get your life ordered and tidy up with Rose this week. Also, Tim is getting into fishing.Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)

This is the extremely necessary and pretentious coffee episode that we know you've been wanting all week. Dan and Andy talk about their favorite coffee spots, how to master a pour over, how to make drip coffee taste not burnt, and about that time they created a justice-focused startup in college.FYI chad is another term for dude to these guys - sorry to all the Chads out there, we still love you.A Just Brew ( http://ajustbrewcoffee.org/ ),Redemption Collective ( https://www.redemptioncollective.org/ ),IJM ( https://www.ijm.org/ ) Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)

Adam and Michelle join us to talk about the differences between living in California vs the midwest, adjusting to new cultures after a long-distance move, adoption, and a certain someone's failed written driver exam. Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)

Lloyd and Deborah Biddle join us this week to talk about the work they are doing in our area's public schools. Our conversation also covers a variety of topics including adjusting to life in Wisconsin, serving in the church, the joy of mentoring elementary students, COVID's impact on the education gap, life on a school board, the weight of being a voice of diversity, race reconciliation within the church, and "doing the work."Podcast where Lloyd discusses race reconciliation in the church: Engage and Equip Episode #201 - http://highpointchurch.org/podcast/ | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/201-may-31-2020-ask-me-anything-questions/id1101582508?i=1000476853355 | https://open.spotify.com/show/09Xqm3pCk0MJCvMCjyDCgx?si=mbW6SLVTT_-3fAuTllOhfADeborah's Company: The People Company - https://ppl-co.com/ Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)

A timely break from the normal format this week.Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)Be the Bridge: An organization that empowers people and culture toward racial healing, equity, and reconciliation.16 Bridge Building Tips for White PeopleBe the Bridge by Latasha MorrisonMother to Son by Jasmine L. HolmesBiased by Jennifer L. EberhardtWhite Fragility by Robin DiAngeloWhy Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria by Beverly Daniel TatumAnti-Racism Resources for White People75 Things White People Can Do for Racial Justice

All you ever wanted to know about the University of Wisconsin marching band (likely a lot more than you wanted to know). Becca gives us the scoop on why being a band geek is awesome when you're a band geek at UW-Madison. Do NOT do the viral challenge we give out in this episode. I repeat, do not do the viral challenge. *WINK* Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)

Join us this week for part two of our discussion with Scott and Niccole. We talk about snakes as wedding gifts, rapping nursery rhymes to other people's kids, and a 911 call the ladies made that was very, very awkward.Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)

Join us this week for a discussion with Nick about all things food. We learned a bunch of stuff about food science, baking croissants, how a Keto diet does not make your pee change colors, and much, more more! Checkout Nick's favorite baking site if you want to get started yourself (https://www.weekendbakery.com/). Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)

Mike and Gwen join us to talk all about Mike's experiences in mountain biking, running from the law, and how Tony is a giant scaredy-pants chicken and tries his best to avoid doing anything fun.  Schrader Jam '95 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SiMVo83VKAESee more of what Mike is up to at: https://www.instagram.com/michaeljschrader/Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)

Yes, we also know this one is vacuous. Join us on an arctic adventure, for the only two minute draft analysis you need, or for a deep dive on Tony's beef with a particular Disney original made for TV movie. All of which we know you're dying to hear. Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)

He is up for any adventure, she appreciates having a plan. On this double date with Andy and Ellen, we talk about adventures they've taken, the ways kids change the up-for-anything mentality, and how to not die on a Segway. Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)

Scott and Niccole join us on our first double date to share stories about challenges, lessons learned, and hilarity from their first year of marriage.  Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)

Lisa and Tony are socially isolated in quarantine, and are here for you with movie reviews for date night-in options. Lots of spoilers, so there, now we've warned you. Best bet is to watch the movies below if you don't like your endings spoiled. Especially Knives Out. Movies we talked about: "Troop Zero" - Amazon Prime, "Camp Rock" - Disney+, "Jojo Rabbit" - Still a paid rental on Amazon Prime, Google Play, etc., "Knives Out" - Still a paid rental on Amazon Prime, Google Play, etc., Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)

Tony and Lisa kickoff the Date Night podcast with an introduction, join us for the first date! Music by Hi-Fi Cali - "Soulmates" (https://linktr.ee/chrisbartels)