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A podcast where Joe Huizenga picks questions submitted from you out of a hat!

Joseph Huizenga


    • Jun 26, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 3m AVG DURATION
    • 71 EPISODES


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    Out of the Hat - Episode 71 - Everyone Eats - Is it tuna or is it something else...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2021 68:14


    Rob Petrillo and Joe talk about the seemingly lack of tuna in Subway's tuna subs...a waitress who tried to prevent a dine and dash...Joe's dating issues and more!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 70 - Jarrett and I talk wrestling and dating!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2021 43:16


    Jarrett Carlen @JarrettGC and I talk about the year of wrestling releases from the WWE and what the heck they're doing. Then we pivot and talk about dating...Jarrett's married, happily...sorry ladies...but he's got some solid thoughts for me. Here's Jarrett and I holding therapy for each other...enjoy.

    Out of the Hat - Episode 69 - Martha and I talk about running, failure and the news biz

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2021 53:48


    I talk with my co-worker Martha about our mutual love of running, what failure looks like and learning from it. And we wrap up talking about the news business.

    Out of the Hat - Episode 68 - Everyone Eats - A fun food game, pandemic fast food trends and keto friendly fast foods!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2021 61:02


    Rob's back and we talk about delicious cheap meals, snacks and more!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 67 - Everyone Eats...Cinnamon Toast Crunch & Shrimp edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2021 68:37


    Rob and I talk about some restaurants we're looking forward to checking out...Cinnamon Toast Crunch with Shrimp...and restaurants I hit in Vegas!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 66 - A Vegas trip and some sports card shenanigans

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2021 22:11


    I share my experience on my recent trip to Las Vegas...my first trip out of the state in over a year...thanks COVID-19. And then I talk a little about my sports card hunts lately. Enjoy! :)

    Out of the Hat - Episode 65 - The Everyone Eats podcast is back...

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 68:15


    Rob Petrillo and I talk about the Big Brekkie Burger, bagels, "healthy" fast foods, coupons and more...we're just getting back into this so we're more ideas than substance...but laughs will still be had. Enjoy the Out of the Hat podcast Everyone Eats style!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 64 - I'm back into card collecting

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2021 38:32


    I'm back into card collecting! Not looking to make a ton of money on sports cards...I just think they're neat and in a time where we still can't get out and do a ton...it's a neat hobby I enjoyed as a kid that I can get back into. So enjoy as Steve Zinsmeister and I open packs of 2021 Series One Topps baseball cards.

    Out of the Hat - Episode 63 - Running and sports thoughts with my Dad

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2021 43:02


    I look back on the marathon I just ran and get my Dad's perspective on it. Then we get into sports he played growing up and he shares his memories on my time playing basketball and baseball when I was a little guy.

    Out of the Hat - Episode 62 - Tom and Rob talk running with me

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 69:20


    I ran a second marathon a few weeks ago. 3:54:47...that's what the clock said when I hit stop 26.21 miles in. I couldn't have reached the finish line without Tom Keubel and Rob Hunter there to help me accomplish my goal of a sub 4-hour marathon. I get their thoughts on the accomplishment and some other things as well. Listen, rate and review...you know the drill

    Out of the Hat - Episode 61 - Scott on impeachment, President Biden's first 30 days and QAnon...

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 73:28


    Scott's back to put a bow on impeachment with me and we also dive into President Biden's first few weeks in office...some huge economic/pandemic related issues facing our country and QAnon as well. Listen...or don't...but I hope you do : )

    Out of the Hat - Episode 60 - Steve on Cobra Kai Season 3, the big game on Sunday and MLB '21

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2021 74:29


    Steve Zinsmeister who's a Producer here at work with me chats it up about the third season of Cobra Kai. We go over some prop bets from the little football game tomorrow and we give a brief baseball 2021 season preview. It's Out of the Hat : )

    Out of the Hat - Episode 59 - Jarrett and I preview the Royal Rumble...yes, we know it's fake!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2021 40:15


    Jarrett Carlen @jarrettgc and I preview the 2021 WWE Royal Rumble and talk about why non-wrestling watchers ALWAYS feel the need to point out to fans that wrestling is fake.

    Out of the Hat - Episode 58 - Rob and I on Tesla vs. cats, some alien thoughts and bringing back Everyone Eats

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2021 97:11


    Rob and I discuss some random stories including Britney Spears' sister being irked about electric cars killing cats, the possible end of the President's writing a letter to their successor, some food thoughts and more : )

    Out of the Hat - Episode 57 - Morae and I discuss Skinwalker ranch, the fear of the dark and everyone gets to meet #MrsSpookz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 80:17


    Morae and I talk about Skinwalker ranch, a freaky place in Utah with a LOT of unexplained events. We get into her fear of the dark and somehow we go off on a tangent where we meet "Mrs. Spookz." Mrs. Spookz wants to know what unusual, creepy or bizarre phenomenon we should talk about next...so please tweet @JoeHuizenga, Facebook or Instagram me with your thoughts as well and remember to #MrsSpookz

    Out of the Hat - Episode 56 - Louie and me on dating, selling and lacrosse

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 105:05


    I have a fantastic convo with my good buddy Louie, or Luciano. We chat about dating during the pandemic, selling things and his lacrosse background. Listen, rate and review

    Out of the Hat - Episode 55 - Pablo and I get into Cobra Kai, travel and the sweet science!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2021 37:25


    One of my great friends, Pablo and I talk about the Netflix series Cobra Kai. We dive into the new season (no spoilers). We talk about travel and we get into how Pablo got into boxing. Happy New Year! Listen, rate, review :)

    Out of the Hat - Episode 54 - Emma and I on female empowerment, witches, cats and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 84:34


    I chat with my newest co-worker and one of my favorite people, Emma! We talk about female empowerment in the media, pagan witchcraft...no Emma doesn't sacrifice chickens...and we talk cats! Good times, a great chat...listen, rate and review :)

    Out of the Hat - Episode 53 - Morae on missing 411 stories, heavy metal, scary movies and aliens!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2020 69:54


    Morae and I talk about her love of missing 411 stories and in particular those from this guy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPvAKS7b1d4 (MrBallen). Then we spin off into some talk about music, movies and of course aliens! Rate, review, listen and most importantly be merry :)

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    Out of the Hat - Episode 52 - Alonzo on his new start in pharmacy, what he misses about radio and some other stuff

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2020 55:05


    My former employee Alonzo joins me to talk about why he left the radio life, what he's up to now and some of the other amazing things that make Zo, Zo! Listen, rate and review, please and thank you!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 51 - What I've learned this year and something I saw while walking

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 30:30


    I reflect on some things I've learned in 2020. Then I share a story about something I saw on my walk on the night of 12/1.

    Out of the Hat - Episode 50 - My Dad on meeting my Mom, their first date, getting married and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2020 64:57


    My Dad's back and we dive into how my parents met...where they went on some dates, got married, went on their honeymoon and some other fun stories along the way! Listen, rate, review...please and thank you!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 49 - Scott on Biden's win, polls, COVID and UBI and a book idea

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2020 131:22


    Scott's back to talk about Joe Biden being President-elect, we rip the polls for being brutally wrong, we dive into a COVID thought from A.O.C. and discuss universal basic income and wrap up with a potential new book idea for Scott to carry out in 2021.

    Out of the Hat - Episode 48 - Julia talks with me about growing up back east, coming to ASU to break into broadcasting and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2020 78:38


    I've interviewed Julia three times and gotten to know her at ASU's Cronkite internship interview day. She's crushing it now with her determination and her future is very bright. We sit down and talk about where she grew up and how she decided who to root for...choosing to come to ASU...books...Broadway...restaurants and a whole lot of other stuff. I hope you listen, rate and review : )

    Out of the Hat - Episode 47 - Election 2020, running goals, book thoughts and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2020 44:13


    I've been a little busy producing election coverage at work but I dropped in to say hi and share some of my own thoughts on the election and politics in general. Then I get into fun stuff...so if you want to skip the politics jump about 25 minutes ahead and you'll hear about the latest books I've read, some thoughts on running and hopefully some words you find encouraging to conquering some goals in your life. Rate, review, but most importantly I'd appreciate the listen. : )

    Out of the Hat - Episode 46 - Scott and I dive into the debates, election and the future of our country

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2020 98:26


    Scott and I talk more politics...we share our thoughts on the debates, we talk about what we think will happen with the election, the next four years and more. Plus some running thoughts and falling asleep at shows and movies. Please listen, rate, review and ALSO...let me know if you'd like to join me for an episode @JoeHuizenga on Twitter or Instagram!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 45 - Rob's back to talk TV sizes, Bed Bath and Beyond and Dexter!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 84:18


    My good buddy Rob is back to talk the return of Dexter with me! We also launch into some of his amazing dating exploits, thoughts on the President getting COVID-19 and more!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 44 - Jarrett and I on wrestling and the ice cream man

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2020 57:01


    I've hosted a few podcasts with my buddy Jarrett in the past. We sort of relive our last venture, The Main Event and talk some pro wrestling and then we launch into some stuff on comedy and Jarrett had some hard hitting questions for me on the ice cream man. I enjoyed it and I hope you do too!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 43 - Jon and I talk about running long distance and we share some high school memories

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2020 83:57


    I knew Jon almost 25 years ago...that's crazy to think about now...but we went to high school together back in MI. We were definitely not the running type back then, but we both do it now. We talk about what got us into running. We share some high school memories and we talk a little bit about the crazy world we live in now.

    Out of the Hat - Episode 42 - Alexa on her upcoming wedding and board games

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2020 50:47


    Alexa joins me and we talk about some cool upcoming wedding stuff and we chat about board games...because who doesn't love board games?! Then we talk a little hiking and you'll just have to click to find out what else. Rate, review, subscribe, listen...all that good jazz, please :)

    Out of the Hat - Episode 41 - Nick and I chat about the newly released ASU and U of A football schedules, cars and some Nextdoor shenanigans

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2020 61:29


    My good buddy and former roommate Nick and I catch up and go over the ASU and U of A football schedules, we talk about my car I'm trying to sell and we complain about ridiculous Nextdoor posts!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 40 - My Dad's back to talk about the usual...cars, motorcycles, relatives who've fought in wars and recipes!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 62:50


    My Dad and I talk about classic cars, current cars, motorcycles, relatives who've fought in wars and family recipes...you know the usual stuff! :)

    Out of the Hat - Episode 39 - Me on interesting Nextdoor posts

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2020 29:19


    I saved some interesting Nextdoor posts and then I try to elaborate on my biggest fear for the future of our country. Enjoy! Rate, review, listen...all that jazz please and thank you!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 38 - Just me on slobs, organization, hair and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 27:06


    I haven't monologued in a while and I was all over the place...hope you enjoy it...or at least listen! I touch on slobs in the workplace, wildfires, the NFL starting back up, college football, and organizing texts...to name just a few of the random things that spewed out of my mouth on this episode.

    Out of the Hat - Episode 37 - Scott's back and we talk respect in politics, cats and dogs and Vegas!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2020 78:13


    What's missing in 2020 is respect...especially in politics. If I disagree with you, it shouldn't mean I'm a moron or you suck...but welcome to 2020. I talk with Scott about that...a lot more political chatter on President Trump and former V.P. Biden and then we dive into some thoughts on cats vs. dogs and Vegas and what we enjoy about it and when we'll feel comfortable going back. Listen, rate, review, please!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 36 - Monica Lindstrom talks about being an attorney and we compare notes on books

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2020 59:45


    I hosted a show with Monica Lindstrom for about five years...but today we talk about more relaxed, less timely stuff...social media...books...what crimes we'd commit if we could get away with them...and why the heck I don't put spices on my food

    Out of the Hat - Episode 35 - Rob on pandemic, restaurants and some deep thoughts on extended warranties

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 88:02


    My buddy Rob Petrillo joins me and we get caught up on the pandemic, new restaurants I've hit up since coronavirus became a thing, some weight loss thoughts, possible xenophobic national anthem thoughts and we debate the value of extended warranties!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 34 - Luke pinch hits and we talk sports HEADLINES, fantasy football and a college radio throwback

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2020 52:29


    Luke jumps on when my first guest called an audible on me. We dive into some sports headlines and chat it up about cars, fantasy football and we wrap up with a fun jog down memory lane talking about our college radio sports show...Sports Soup!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 33 - Taylor asks me the questions...

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2020 64:21


    Taylor's back but this time she poses the questions to me for the most part. We spend time first talking about her going back to school and Zooming it up. Then we dive into all sorts of stuff about me and my career...interests I have outside of work, where I'd like to travel, things I'd like to do, etc.

    Out of the Hat - Episode 32 - Sarah on hiking and a new podcast concept

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2020 104:16


    My good friend Sarah joins me on this episode. We've known each other for almost 20 years and we talk about her huge goal of hiking a 2,500+ mile trail. We share some college thoughts and then she asks me a profound question that could inspire a new set of episodes for the podcast.

    Out of the Hat - Episode 31 - Scott on interning, his book and politics

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2020 73:35


    Scott, another former intern, sits down with me for a chat about his book - https://www.amazon.com/Create-Your-Community-Successful-Networking/dp/B08BWFVSGK We also spend some time talking about his time interning at the radio station, his goals for his career and the 2020 election!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 30 - Sean on GSD, golf and some pandemic thoughts!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2020 67:59


    My good buddy, Sean joins me and though we haven't seen each other in a hot minute we have a great chat talking about life, what motivates us at work and his philosophy of GSD. We talk about living together and what that was like. We wrap up with some thoughts on the pandemic and the country!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 29 - Mitchell and I talk about coffee, reality TV and how I got started on my career path

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 59:14


    Mitchell, an intern of mine from this past semester joins me and we dive into lots of political and pandemic related issues but we also talk about coffee, working out, reality TV and more!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 28 - Taylor on some of her nicknames, intern life and what to buy at the grocery store

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2020 34:56


    One of my most recent interns, Taylor joins me and we talk about the genesis of her nicknames, life as an intern and most importantly...what to buy at the grocery store!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 27 - Joe Crummey on the pandemic, being free and some truly evil thoughts!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 75:21


    One of the first hosts I worked with in radio and the first one I worked on a full time basis...my good friend Joe Crummey joins me to shoot the breeze. We talk about the pandemic, what it means to be free and why Joe feels he's doing his best work ever and we share some truly "evil thoughts!"

    Out of the Hat - Episode - 26 - Jon on parenting, marrying up and a whole lot more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 62:19


    My buddy Jon Bennett joins me to talk about raising his three boys with his wife, life back east and what he's been up to since the pandemic hit. Enjoy!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 25 - Gibberman on sports during the pandemic, living with me and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 61:19


    My roommate...Gibberman joins me and we talk about sports restarting during the pandemic...what life's been like without them...our TV watching, living with each other...and so much more!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 24 - My Dad is back for more of his story!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2020 80:48


    My Dad joins me to talk about injuries, special times with my grandfather, our family name and more!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 23 - Adam on texting testing and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 73:35


    Adam Green and I used to work together years ago. We reconnect and get into textique, testing for COVID-19 and more! Enjoy, rate, review, etc :)

    Out of the Hat - Episode 22 - Carolina's Return!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 64:33


    Carolina's back! We talk about a miscommunication, putting ketchup on food, authentic Mexican cuisine, making healthy food decisions and art...because why not!

    Out of the Hat - Episode 21 - Golf happens, stuff breaks and BK (not the Burger King) appears!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 36:21


    I talk about my weekend (get excited)! Then one of my producers joins for a few minutes to talk about working overnights and his band. Enjoy!

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