Why Do You Know That

On our last Why BOO You Know That? of the year, Nadia and Steve talk with writer and producer Jake Goldman (@TheDragoEffect) about a societal and political horror that has gripped the nation for decades: conservative talk radiooooo! How did Rush Limbaugh exacerbate conservative political ideology via showmanship? What terrifying ideas have been assimilated by the unsuspecting public How do we stop these monsters? Why does Steve have so many Christmas hams?! Let's do this again some time!

Hiya, Georgie! We continue our Why BOO! You Know That series with podcaster, comedian, and beloved Tik Tok star Alyssa Sabo (@alyssa_sabo) about the 1990 horror TV miniseries, Stephen King's IT. How does the 90s version differ from the recent films? Why is Tim Curry always the best, even as the evil Pennywise with a Bronx accent? What's it like growing up with an actual clown, and then becoming a clown yourself for children's birthday parties? Orgies? CHUD? Beep beep, Richie! Let's do this again some time!

We continue our Why BOO! You Know That series with podcaster and comedian Rachel Chapman (@@LadyTomHanks) about the 1998 Disney Channel Original Movie Halloweentown. Why is this kids film about witches so beloved that there is an annual celebration of it in St. Helens, Oregon? How did Debbie Reynolds get to be the first Agatha all along? What's the deal with the skeleton cab driver? Is Halloweentown actually an allegory for American politics? Let's do this again some time!

To kick off our Why BOO! You Know That series, podcaster and actor Raiza Licea (@raizalicea) about the best, worst, coolest, lamest, and downright awful Halloween costumes you can wear for the spookiest season and subsequent costume parties. What constitutes a great costume versus a mediocre one? What do you do with family or couples costumes? How do we feel about political or celebrity outfits? And what's with Steve's magic overalls? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve look back on 100 episodes of thrills, chills, fun, weird, camp, niche, kooky, Insert Other Words from the Thesaurus here of episodes of Why Do You Know That! From balloons to bayonets, science fiction to socialism, musicals with roller skates to how much we've talked about Cats, we've covered so much! Stay tuned for our upcoming Halloween episodes and then the all-new upgraded, elevated, expanded, Insert Other Words from the Thesaurus here seasons! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer, podcast host and comedian Will Hines (@willhines) about the 1966 science fiction novel Now Wait for Last Year by Philip K. Dick. What weird bug aliens are part of the 2055 Earth interstellar conflict? Is Dr. Sweetscent actually the name of a character, or is that his dad? How COOL are drugs, especially ones that make you time travel? Would Adam Driver hold up in the movie version? Shoutout to Bubba Sparxxx! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer and comedian Andrea More (@amore_orless) about the history behind Operation Paperclip, the US and CIA-backed efforts to bring former high-ranking Nazi officials to America. Yes, you read that right, actual German Nazis working for NASA and more! Why did President Truman agree to move forward with the plan? What important documents have you lost in a toilet? Why did the government do all this to stop the USSR? How old is Steve anyway?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve welcome back writer Joey Clift (@joyetainment) to discuss Killdozer, aka the story behind Colorado resident Marvin Heemeyer and the death-defying homemade bulldozer he built after several disputes with his city council members. What causes a man to bulldoze a town?  Why is this a cautionary tale about how right-wing YouTube commentators define "hero" on the Internet? And when did Nadia become the spokesperson for Granby tourism?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve chat with actor and comedian Chad Westbrook (@chadwestbrook) about the fine (and sustainable) art of purchasing antiques, kitschy decor, action figures, midcentury furniture, porcelain dolls, and more from estate sales. What exactly is the difference between one and a yard sale? What treasures did one of the Hearst mansions behold? What are the rules, tips, and tricks to get the best deals? What the hell does Nadia do with Royal Daulton figurines?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk once again with pod friend, writer, actor, and singer/songwriter Amy Vorpahl (@vorpahlsword) about improving yourself despite the mental health hurdles of the global pandemic. What are essential personal development skills? Why is the journey of self-improvement an ongoing process of constant learning and not a quick fix? What's it like to hire a life coach versus a therapist? What's it like to find out Steve writes gratitude lists?! Let's do this again some time!

Hello! Hey there! Where has the time gone? Nadia and Steve catch up with each other on a special Why Do You Know That? episode about COVID, theme parks, injuries, illnesses, traveling, deep dish pizza, everything to do in Cleveland, Ohio -- and MORE! Let's do this again some time! 

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to Carolyn Jania and Adam Ceschin from musical comedy duo Schmab (@schmab) about how actress Mary Steenburgen's "minor arm surgery" led to her waking up with a head full of music and the uncanny ability to write songs for TV and film. How close has Mary come to winning a second Oscar for songwriting? How does her husband Ted Danson, or Martha's Vineyard, or the accordion factor into any of this? Do we know what the nonprofit Oceania doea?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer and comedian Stephanie Ritter (@stephanieritter) about the specific topic of 16th episode of Kitchen Nightmare's sixth season, "Amy's Baking Company." What made Gordon Ramsey walk out on this Scottsdale, Arizona restaurant in dire need of help? Was the food THAT bad? How did Amy and Samy manage to fire somewhere between 50-100 staff members? What does Forbes have to say about this whole debacle? Can ANYONE really speak feline meow?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to podcast host Daniel Acker (@MrDrAcker) about the specific topic of superhero powers, and even more specifically, the types of supernatural abilities that Daniel himself has thought about nearly every day of his life. What's better, flying or super strength? What's an "evil" superpower, and how do wield responsibility with our powers? What about "real" powers (medically explained) or weirdo powers, like Dazzler or Arm-Fall-Off-Boy?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor Kelsi Roberts (@shmelsi) about the specific topic of the 2001 straight-to-video movie Holiday in the Sun starring Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen aka the Olsen twins. Why do the Olsen twins immediately board a private jet and eat a dozen Krispy Kreme each? What's with the fashion choices of the early aughts? What's with the antiquities robbery slash boat stealing? What this film worth the $15 Steve spent to watch it?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor and podcast host Peter Banifaz (@pbani) about the specific topic of setting up aquariums for your home and caring for freshwater fish. Why does it take at least four to six weeks to properly set up an aquarium before you introduce the fish? What species of freshwater fish will play nice, like guppies and bettas, and which ones will beat on each other's ass? How are those fish acting on a plane, much less the airport? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to The Ryan Murphy Project (@theryanmurphyproject) podcast hosts Eric Wilson and Andrew Leon about the specific topic of -- what else? -- TV and film writer and producer extraordinaire Ryan Murphy. Is Glee, American Horror Story, Pose, or something else the best show to start watching? Which of Murphy's forays into television are still highly regarded, and which moments have lost luster with time? How'd we do on our MCU to RMU comparisons? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor Colin Murphy about the specific topic of Bungee America, one of the oldest bungee jumping adventures you can take, located in Azusa, California outside of Los Angeles. What made Colin want to bungee jump in the first place -- twice? How often are we seeing bungee jumping in TV and movies anyway? How do you lose your contact lenses sky diving? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer and podcast host Charlie Mihelich (@mihelicopter) about the specific topic of the increasingly inane reasons The Terminator film franchise uses to justify its own existence after T2, in which pretty much all issues are resolved. What made the first two Terminator movies so special? What's with James Cameron and submarines? Why is Genysis SPELLED like that? And how is The Terminator's drapes business going, and why isn't THAT the movie? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor and podcast host Jessica Jardine (@jjjla) about the specific topic of the many lovers, boyfriends, husbands, and beyond of the Kardashian family. What do we think caused the Kimye split? Or the Khloe and Kourtney marriages? Or Kendall and Kylie's relationships? Dare we bring up Stormi World? Has Kris cooled the iron she's striking while hot? And what the heck is a Scott Disick even doing here?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor Patty Guggenheim (@patriscuit) about the specific topic of microdosing, aka using minuscule amounts of LSD, mushrooms, ketamine, THC, CBD, and other psychedelics. What tips should any microdosing newbie know? How do you even figure out the right dosage to micro so you don't end up on a "bad trip"? And why does every commercial audition take our best ideas? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor Kimia Behpoornia (@childclown) about the specific topic of the life and times of notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. What made Tonya so great at skating beyond her infamous triple axel? What's the truth behind the "incident" aka the Nancy Kerrigan of it all before the 1994 Olympic Games? How do we feel about picking up a teenager at an ice skate rink in the mall? And what's up with Worst Cooks in America? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to comic editor and podcast host Amanda Meadows (@amandonium) about the specific topic of how to begin taking care of plants in your home. What are the easiest plants you can take care of without killing them outright? How are your pets ruining that Instagram Millennial plant parent look? Is horticulture the It new thing for a while during the pandemic? And why are Diane Warren's bangs like that? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve welcome back actor and host Emma Fyffe (@emmafyffe) about the specific topic of the 1997 PlayStation sci-fi role-playing game, SaGa Frontier. How does the nonlinear gameplay work for seven characters, multiple storylines, and a bunch of robots? What are the hardest bosses, the craziest stories, and the weirdest moments of this little known RPG? How will the remastered version for 2021 pan out? And how to play Szlaga's Frontier?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve welcome back writer and host Mark Rennie (@markrennie) about the specific topic of the Winchester Mystery House, a sprawling mansion under constant construction built by the widow and heir to the Winchester rifle fortune. Is this San Jose historic landmark actually haunted? What's with the staircases to nowhere? Is $9 a good deal for a virtual tour? Should more religious folks buy a boat? And is Mr. Holland's opus any good?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve welcome you to the new year with wild, unfounded, absolutely stupid predictions for the upcoming year! With 2020 now behind us, but COVID-19 still raging on, what's going to happen? How will the celebs disappoint us? Will Beanie Babies make a comeback? Fake vaccine scams! Steve starts a restaurant with an air fryer! Nadia wears a feather boa finally! Let's do this again some time! 

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer and actor Chris Renfro (@themeatskeleton) about the specific topic of Series 11 (or the latest season) of BBC's baking competition reality show hit The Great British Bake-Off. What convinced Chris to get into baking, and how did GGBO influence him? Who are our favorite bakers this year? Why doesn't anyone understand what brownies are? What HAPPENED with Japan Week? And how does Paul Hollywood still have a job?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor and podcast host Jessica McKenna (@jessjessmckenna) about the specific topic of award-winning journalist Robert Caro and his decades-long work covering the biography of U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson. What does Conan think of Caro? Why was LBJ such a jerk? What can we learn about modern American politics from these tomes? Has Caro ever heard of self-care? And when are we getting the Uncle Corn Pone and Lady Porkchop musical?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer Nick Mandernach (@ManderNick) about the specific topic of the poetry of Pulitzer Prize-winning poet James Schuyler. What does Nick appreciate in his poems, and what can we all learn from them to apply to our own writing? Did we think the art, literary, and criticism worlds would be so intertwined? Is "you lack charm" one of the greatest insults of all time or WHAT? And HOW on earth do you say this man's name?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk with actor and writer Nalini Sharma (@nalsbarkley) about the specific topic of the music and fashion styles of musician and fashionista Harry Styles. How did we all kind of miss the One Direction craze? How did David Bowie, Elton John, and more influence his looks? Why is authenticity so important? Why does a sheep sweater vest work so well on him?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve welcome back artist and producer Katie Willert (@kawillert) about the specific topic of International Style architect Richard Neutra, who built midcentury masterpieces like the Lovell House in Los Feliz, the Kaufmann House in Palm Springs, and many more. Why did he network with Frank Lloyd Wright at a funeral? Why isn't the story aren't Neutra and his former partner a Ryan Murphy miniseries? How far would YOU go to keep out those dirty hippies? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer Brenden Gallagher  (@brendengallager) about the specific topic of the U.S. National Parks, its history and origins, and our nation's current COVID attainable wonders. What are the hot tips and tricks for camping and staying at places like the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Yellowstone, Glacier, or Devil's Tower? Why does Steve know a song about Henry Ford involving a car crash? What's up with  Muppets BDSM? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actress and podcast host Laci Mosley (@divalaci) about the specific topic of the 1993 Halloween themed cult classic Disney film Hocus Pocus. Why can't Sarah Jessica Parker remember filming this movie when Bette Midler and Kathy Najimy were standing right there? How come Leonardo DiCaprio turned this down? What's with the whole male virgin colonizer candle situation? Is it called Christian Grey, Sex Millionaire? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actress Betsy Sodaro (@betsysodaro) about the specific topic of favorite, top, all-time, "best. episode. ever." moments of The Simpson's annual Halloween themed Treehouse of Horror specials. Exactly how many of these can we quote off the top of our heads? What's too scary for kids, and still terrifying as an adult? What's up with the erotic cake store? Is All-Hallows Steve Szlaga a good graveyard headstone name? Donut, what's a donut? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to podcast host Lucé Tomlin-Brenner (@ltbcomedy) about the specific topic of the insane number of timelines in the Halloween movie franchise. So if you're a newbie to Michael Myers or John Carpenter's horror classic, what's the best order to see them in, between 5 timelines and 11 films? What about the Laurie Strode timeline? What about the killer androids, or Rob Zombie, or young Paul Rudd? What about Busta Rhymes?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer and director Greg Smith (@smithlgreg) about the specific topic of video game P.T., developed by Kojima Productions, and directed/designed by Hideo Kojima (alongside film director Guillermo del Toro). Why did this "playable teaser" scare the bejeesus outta Greg? How does a first-person psychological horror video game change the genre? Why is this game so hard to find? And what's our take on Midwestern basements? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor and writer Marshall Givens (@MrHappyGivens) about the specific topic of upcoming (as of this recording!) Fresh Prince of Bel-Air reunion. How did this hit TV show starring a young Will Smith impact us? What are the episodes that still hold up? Which of Quincy Jones's daughters is Hilary based on? What about the Aunt Viv of it all? And how did Carlton end up hosting an advertising awards show? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor and writer Kylie Brakeman (@deadeyebrakeman) about the specific topic of "Flat Earth" conspiracy theories. How did a couple of guys blow up the Internet and make YouTube a hub of conspiracies that began with "the planet Earth is actually flat?" How do you disprove this stupid, unscientific idea to true believers? Do we think NBA star Kyrie Irving is really sorry? What's the latest hot goss on the Flat Earther community?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor and Two Old Queens podcast host John Flynn (@JFly99) about the specific topic of starring in six separate productions of one of the longest-running Broadway musicals of all time, A Chorus Line. Which roles were the most fun to play in this show? What do you do when with your downtime in Hawaii? How exactly does Bring Your Own Dinner Theatre work? WHY is the movie version so OFF?? And why is there a BAGEL on the PIANO?! Let's do this again some time!

In this special episode, Steve checks in with Nadia after touching down in Michigan (you know, where Steve's family lives)! We get into the ins and outs of cross-country driving and traveling during COVID-19, along with what it's like to camp, what happens when your tent falls apart, what happens when you get an $11 deal for a Las Vegas hotel, and what happens when you come face-to-face with your own privilege on the road! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor Drew Droege (@drewdroege) about the specific topic of the infamous 1989 opening number for the Academy Awards broadcast (featuring a singing Rob Lowe and Snow White in an awkward 11-minute musical...thing), along with other notable weird, wild, and stupid moments from Oscars history. Why does everyone give Marisa Tomei shit for winning? What color was Allan Carr's pool? But how do we REALLY feel about Anne Hathaway? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor and comedian Kale Hills (@KaleEthan) about the specific topic of performing in Christian Youth Theatre as a teen, and his role in The Chronicles of Narnia musical they produced. What's the connection between CYT and Michelle Williams? What's the juiciest theatre kid role, the Witch or Aslan the Lion? Just how holy are we talking about when it comes to MUSICAL THEATRE? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer and podcast host Drew Spears (@drewspurs) about the specific topic of American folklore creature The Hodag, native to Rhinelander, Wisconsin. What's our favorite version of this cryptozoological myth, the one that's super cute, or the mascot for country radio? How awful was the creator of the Hodag, local townie Eugene Shepard? What did JFK say about the fanged beast?  Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to comic writer Alex Firer (@AlexFirer) about the specific topic of Nintendo beloved Wario Land 2. What are the game mechanics behind this 90s classic with different endings? Are Mario and Wario related by blood? How does this overall-wearing Danny DeVito lookalike represent immigrant fathers? Did Nadia learn looming instead of video games? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to podcast host Renee Colvert (@ReneeColvert) about the specific topic of the myth of people-pleasing, co-dependency, and how this psychological minefield does more damage than good to your mental health. What are all the ways three chronic people pleasers have overcome this habit? How do we set healthy boundaries instead of apologizing? Why did Steve read every article about Inside Out? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor and writer Carl Tart (@DammitCARL) about the specific topic of the botched move of the NBA's Clippers from San Diego to Los Angeles, suffering for decades under the gross mismanagement of racist real estate mogul Donald Sterling. How did Blake Griffin change the game? Will Steve Ballmer change the team? Why are we talking about Like Mike? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to Corporate writer Caroline Anderson  (@carolineeand) about the specific topic of the Bob Baker Marionette Theater, the oldest running marionette puppet theater in America. How did Bob Baker influence Disneyland, the Muppets, future puppeteers, LGBTQ youth, and more? Which sexy cat puppet makes us horniest? How does Dracula walk you down the aisle? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor Jay Pichardo (@jaypichardo) about the specific topic of the 1997 Frasier episode "Ham Radio," starring none other than Kelsey Grammer, David Hyde Pierce, and the rest of the cast in this very silly half-hour of screwball comedy. What does this TV show have in common with Mary Tyler Moore? How is a radio play their downfall? What about that video of Kelsey fell down? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to producer and past guest Matt Apodaca (@mattapodaca) about the specific topic of the 2010 raunchy comedy film Jackass 3D, starring Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Bam Magera, and the rest of the MTV Jackass gang. How does this third installment hold up? What are the best pranks and stunts? Why is it actually art, legitimately and figuratively? Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to comedian Riley Silverman (@rileyjsilverman) about the specific topic of the problematic 80s comedy Short Circuit 2, the sequel to the first movie about the same robot. How does Riley know the entire plot of this film? Why don't we have imdb pro passwords? Why did they use a robot to dig a tunnel to steal jewels for a jewel thief co-op?! Let's do this again some time!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer Lauren McGuire (@imlaurenmcguire) about the specific topic of the real-life Coco Bongo night club, based in four locations including Cancun and Carmen del Playa, but also kind of based on the Jim Carrey movie The Mask. What does this nightlife hotspot have to do with The Mask? Why is there a fight between Batman and Bain?! And why would you get completely naked there?!? Let's do this again some time!