What Do We Know? with Hari & Jim

It's Labor Day and we're Checking In with Suzie, an HR professional, who gives tips on interviewing, resume building and the current job market. Plus Hari is fighting crime on the road and Jim walks a legend.

We're back with another mini episode, chock full of updates! Updates on the show, updates on our hosts and updates on what dumb hobby Jim is up to now. Warning (we cannot stress this enough): nothing in this episode constitutes financial advice. Check it out!      

Hari & Jim are back and in person for the first time in a year and it’s a doozy! Updates on Hari’s Austin assignment, Jim uses his imagination and we learn about the real victim in the story of Lady Gaga’s dogs.

Hari and Jim are back with another minisode and Hari is back with a new business idea. Jim still doesn’t understand how recording works and a new spin on Tops and Flops!

Still not bullish on Bitcoin? Guy Swann is back to continue our introductory class. In part 2, we talk keys, wallets and the future of Bitcoin. Plus Hari has a new business idea and Jim still hasn’t figured out his new mic!

Having trouble making sense of Bitcoin? Never fear, Guy Swann of Bitcoin Audible is here to walk us through of the basics! There is so much good information in this interview, we’re splitting it into 2 parts. Plus Hari and Jim get new microphones but do they know how to use them? (No.)

We talk Sopranos and hornets before Hari unveils his new million dollar idea.

We’re baaaaaaack! In this spooky-sode we are joined by Troy Taylor of Weird Chicago Tours to learn about hauntings! Plus Hari casts his ballot, Jim and James find some common ground, and everyone has ghost stories!

More guestless shenanigans, Hari tells us about his upcoming trip and reviews Cobra Kai, Jim goes to Top Golf and James has new microphones. All tops and no flops on this one!

Another minisode this week as our hosts find rock bottom. Tops: You for listening to this episode. Flops: Hari’s new segment idea.

No guest this episode, but it seems like these three have their own problems to worry about. Hari is fighting crime, Jim is fighting plumbing and James is fighting flies. Quick update episode, we’ll be back soon!

All the cool kids are listening to vinyl and now you'll know why! In this episode Chicago-based record producer and musician extraordinaire Packy Lundholm teaches us about why vinyl records have been making a comeback. Also, Hari and Jim share very different customer service experiences they recently had.

For WDWK’s 25th episode, we get a peek into Hari’s editing vault with hilarious outtakes and never before heard moments from the first 24 episodes. Learn about Jim’s flight lesson, when Hari got picked out of the audience by the Blue Man Group, and much more!

Ready to ditch the shwag? Former medical marijuana employee Mary joins us to talk about her experience working in a dispensary. Plus more elevator hijinx from Hari and Jim tries something new.

Guest expert Nicole Sopko (Vice President of Upton’s Naturals, an alternative meat producer, and owner of Nature Yoga Sanctuary) joins us to discuss going vegan.  Also, Hari shares his experiences from his first month eating vegan and Jim shares his disdain!

Emergency room doctor Ellen Wesley joins the show and to talk about working in the ER during COVID19. Dr. Wesley shares some great information on what she sees day to day and answers questions on everything from masks to motorcycle helmets! Also, Hari changes his lifestyle and Jim does not.

Coach Potts joins the show to talk home fitness during a quarantine or anytime. Learn about home workouts and how personal trainers are adapting to the current circumstances. Also, Hari makes a puzzling decision and Jim learns a new protocol for ordering takeout.

What will your post-quarantine outfit look like? Barrie Yellen, a personal stylist at Nordstrom who specializes in men’s fashion is here to get you out of this lockdown in style. Also, Hari gets manly and Jim gets himself a gift to make the shelter-in-place a little easier.

Is this your card? Magician William Pack talks all things magic and teaches these old dogs some new tricks in this episode recorded prepandemic. Also, Hari & Jim go on tour.

In this bonus footage, Alex and Jim try to explain the NCAA Tournament to Hari. It doesn’t go so well.

Ever wonder what it’s like as a player in the NCAA Tournament? Former Notre Dame and Boston College basketball player Alex Dragicevich tells us what it’s like on the biggest stage of them all. Also, Jim loses his voice and Hari might be losing some material.

Ever wonder how to get the tickets you want to an event? This week our guest Ryan gives us the ins and outs of the ticket resale business. Also Hari accuses Jim of something and Jim doesn’t like it.

Having trouble understanding your kids math homework? CPS math teacher Jen Crosby teaches us all about Common Core Math. What it means, how it works and we try to solve 3rd grade math homework. Also, Jim has jury duty and Hari explores a polynomial lifestyle.

Join us as we time travel back to our pilot episode (not the kind of pilot who flies a plane this time). This previously unreleased episode was the first episode we ever recorded and friend of the show David Walasinski (former poker player, took 3rd in a WSOP tournament) stops by to talk to us about his experience with online gambling as well as its rise and fall in popularity. Also Hari is on a police quest and Jim is a degenerate.

Have a business or service to promote? Make sure you get your money’s worth. This week Jack Baker gives us a crash course on Digital Marketing do’s and don’t’s. Also, Jim is an audience member and Hari is a rock star.

Hovey shows us how a healing session works by providing mini sessions for Jim and Hari!* That’s an extra episode for you at no additional charge. BONUS OFFER: Hovey Williams is offering 50% off 45-minute healing sessions when you mention this podcast. Check out hoveywilliamshealing.com for more info. *Note that we omitted a lot of the silence where the healing was taking place…repairing the damage you do to yourself takes time.

Does energy healing really work? Grandmaster Hovey Williams, LCPC, GEH teaches us about this ancient form of alternative medicine. Also, Hari bribes his grade school lunch-lady and Jim gets healed. PLUS a bonus episode where Hari and Jim undergo an energy healing mini-session*. BONUS OFFER: Hovey Williams is offering 50% off 45-minute healing sessions when you mention this podcast. Check out hoveywilliamshealing.com for more info. *Note that we omitted a lot of the silence where the healing was taking place…repairing the damage you do to yourself takes time.

Start the new year off right and learn how to reduce your carbon footprint. Guest Lucia Whalen joined us for this interview from October (back off, we're all busy) to teach us all about lowering our impact on the environment. Also Hari lives his dream of seeing a bridge and Jim gets some good advice for his European Adventure. Learn more about what you can do to better the environment by visiting thetrashymag.com.

Kick the tires on episode 11! Buying a car is an intimidating experience. Thankfully, Andrew is here to take the guesswork out of the process. Also Hari has a family bonding experience and Jim needs more John Cena.

We made it to 10 episodes! Jim is excited, Hari didn’t think it was possible. In this edition we reflect on what we’ve learned thus far. Also Hari is very proud of his elevator banter and Jim becomes a bartender for a day.

This week we talk to “Oscar”, a corrections officer who teaches us about the art of Hostage Negotiation, where even a single misjudgment could result in serious consequences. Also Hari finishes Game of Thrones and Jim considers becoming a mukbanger. We had to alter the voice of our guest for this episode, so you know its going to a good one!

CBD is everywhere, but what exactly is it? Lisa Winefield of Botanica CBD in Evanston, IL teaches us all about CBD and its health benefits. Also, Jim gives thanks and Hari pretends to buy drugs. SPECIAL DEAL: Botanica CBD has kindly offered WDWK listeners 10% off and free shipping with Discount Code: WDWK10 now through Dec 31st. www.botanica-cbd.com

Spend ninety minutes in complete isolation, senses deprived and alone with your thoughts? Sean Corcoran of Float Sixty teaches us why it’s a good idea. For our second On Site Shenanigans we head to Float Sixty in River North (Chicago) to learn about sensory deprivation tanks and experience them for ourselves. Also, Jim tries to bring his phone with him, and Hari learns what it means to “chill out”.

Dan Wirt talks about his experience as a commercial pilot, flight safety, and how he narrowly survived a plane crash. Also, Jim shares his own piloting experience and Hari is inspired by Dan's story to write a rom-com.

Move over Taco Tuesday…introducing Mealworm Monday? Julie Lesnik, Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Wayne State University teaches us why eating insects is good for you and the environment. Also, Hari considers the clarinet as a source of income and Jim is nostalgic for 90s music. (Please visit www.entomoanthro.org to learn more about Julie’s work in this fascinating field.)

Ales v lagers, hazies v sours, and the oldest beer recipe in the world. Craft beer lovers this episode is for you! Join us for our first O.S.S. (on site shenanigans) at the Peckish Pig in Evanston, IL where we interview head brewer Jonathon Armour to discuss all things beer. Also, Jim giggles at the term "mouth-feel" and we find out Hari's doppelganger is someone's stepdad. *Plus a bonus interview where we try a flight and talk through some different beers on tap at Peckish Pig (623 Howard St, Evanston, IL)

What’s the best bet you can make at the horse track? This week our gambling expert David Walasinski teaches us all about betting the ponies. We are also stunned to learn that Jim has never seen LOTR and that Hari can be a pretty bad friend.

Want to be more productive and happier in the workplace? Entrepreneur Joe Martin tells us how with 6-Week Cycles, the subject of his new book. Also, Jim reveals his identity crisis and Hari talks about why he hasn’t worn shorts in 20 years.

What is this podcast about? Check out this handy (and janky) trailer to find out.

How do you run a successful podcast? Comedian and podcaster Marty DeRosa (Marty & Sarah Love Wrestling) teaches us how. We also discover why Hari doesn’t go to movies on opening weekend and what Jim’s problem is with Hamilton.