5 Random Questions - Conversations with Creators and Curious Minds

Remember Winamp skins? Burned CDs? AIM away messages? The Dreamcast? Those weird little corners of the internet that somehow felt more human than everything online today? Maybe we don’t actually miss the technology. Maybe we miss how it made us feel. Artifacts is a podcast about forgotten platforms, dead gadgets, old internet culture, creative communities, and the strange emotional connection we s...

This week on 5 Random Questions, podcaster and geeky dad Jon Powell tells us about riding his elephant to the taco drive-thru, what devious prank he'd play on his daughter, how to spend a million dollars, and more. Answering the questions this week: Jonathan Powell Jonathan is the co-host of the Time Pals podcast, where four geeky dads squander their mid life crises by diving headfirst into the be...

This week on 5 Random Questions, podcaster and improv comedian Kevin Ryan expands on why Santa needs to be kidnapped, why his fiancee would go to war with Australia, his beef with elephants, and more. Answering the questions this week: Kevin Ryan Kevin Ryan is the host of the Tyrant In Training podcast which is an improv comedy podcast where creative guests live out their power fantasies. Every we...

This week on 5 Random Questions, podcaster, producer, and games master Hem Brewster talks about the enshitification of existence, how good-hearted humans can still cause damage to nature, the universal language of swearing, and more. Answering the questions this week: Hem Brewster is a full time podcaster, and the producer and games master of two actual play podcasts, and the talk show Four Top Th...

Season 5 has officially wrapped, and before I take a short break, I just wanted to jump on the mic and say… thank you. Season 6 will be dropping mid-April , and I can’t wait for you to hear what’s coming next, with more fantastic guests, more unexpected conversations, and plenty more moments where you might laugh, think, or just go, “Wait… what?” So make sure you’re following the show wherever you...

This week on 5 Random Questions, podcaster and movie buff Derick McDuff talks about the time life almost imitated The Shining, finding an emotional support cat during COVID, why he's a fan of Kobayashi Maru, and more. Answering the questions this week: Derick McDuff Derick McDuff is the host, editor, and producer of the Underrated Movie Podcast discussing underrated, under-appreciated and under th...

This week on 5 Random Questions, podcaster and amateur beekeeper Rye Voss talks about letting kids just be children while they can, did the CIA plant media operatives, how two simple words can break a household, why he wants to revisit his 22 year old self, and more. Answering the questions this week: Rye Voss Rye the Codega is the host of Codega’s Codex of Curiosities, a podcast exploring high st...

This week on 5 Random Questions, comedian and podcaster Austin Grey talks about bringing back Richard Pryor from the dead to save the world, a burning pretzel for a birthday cake, why irony maybe bypasses Americans, and more. Answering the questions this week: Austin Grey An Austin based comedian and writer who can’t help but laugh at the little things. Loves to write self indicting essays that us...

I'm looking to run some live recordings of 5 Random Questions starting late spring / early summer, and I'd love for you to help shape where, and what they'd look like. Click the poll link below to share your preferences! 5RQ Live poll Products I Use for 5 Random Questions Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link. My equipment: R...

In this bonus episode of 5 Random Questions, host Danny Brown shares details about the 5RQ Companion newsletter, as well as some potential live recording to come for the show. Further reading for this episode The Sixth Question - The 5RQ Companion The 5RQ Companion Products I Use for 5 Random Questions Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when...

This week on 5 Random Questions, podcaster and BAFTA nominee Ewan Spence ponders on what zombies actually do in a zombie apocalypse, lessons from Billy Connolly, why kids should be left alone to read, and more. Answering the questions this week: Ewan Spence Ewan is a freelance broadcaster and journalist, and has been the UK radio commentator for Junior Eurovision since 2013, and the US radio comme...

This week on 5 Random Questions, Matt Cundill shares why he'd be terrible to give $10 million to, live streaming Metallica from the North Pole, how AM shaped his youth, and more. Answering the questions this week: Matt Cundill Matt Cundill is a recovering broadcaster turned podcast producer and host. He is the founder of The Sound Off Media Company, where he develops and produces a diverse portfol...

In this week’s 5 Random Questions, Danny chats with Susan Barry, host of the award-winning Top Floor podcast and fonder of Hive Marketing. They discuss everything from why pineapple belongs on pizza, beans that can knit socks, the perfect day, and more. Answering the questions this week: Susan Barry Susan Barry is known for connecting ideas across hotel investment, operations, and marketing. As ho...

In this week’s 5 Random Questions, Danny chats with Emily Williams, a Webby, Signal and Anthem award-winning podcast host, and former Executive Director of the Arcus Center for Social Justice Leadership. They discuss everything from a life-changing loss, cats owning dogs, superhero shenanigans, and more. Answering the questions this week: Emily Williams Emily Williams (she/her) is a Webby, Signal...

In this week’s 5 Random Questions, Danny chats with Rob Lynch, author of "Voudon Caliber". They discuss everything from wealth creating toxic people, creativity, why he'd want a melon for a head, and more. Answering the questions this week: Rob Lynch I've always been a jack of all trades, but with the common thread of the written word connecting everything together. I've written music reviews, scr...

2025 was a banner year for 5 Random Questions, and so I wanted to pause and say thank you. In 2025, the show won Best Interview Podcast at the Ear Worthy Podcast Awards, was signed to the Mercury Podcast Network , featured by Apple Podcasts , made the Top 20 Podcasts on Apple , and was even written about in the local press . Every one of those moments felt a little surreal - and all of them happen...

Creative conversations rarely go in a straight line. This week on 5 Random Questions , I chat with independent audio producer and educator Keisha “TK” Dutes . We dive into killer kimonos, advice given with good intentions that can still sting, dream homes, and more . Funny, strange, and real - just how the best conversations happen. Five unexpected questions, unfiltered answers, no scripts. If thi...

On this week's 5 Random Questions, I chat with Deb Brown, author of "From Possibilities to Reality: Save Your Small Town with these Uniquely Do-able Ideas, Projects, and Success Stories" . Answers include how she ended up drinking tequila next to Oliver Stone at 3.00am, the secret (and proper) way to drink tequila, small town mindsets, and more. Answering the questions this week: Deb Brown Deb Bro...

This season of 5 Random Questions has been a rollercoaster of creativity and fun, and I can't thank you all enough for being part of it. The show took home the prestigious Best Interview Podcast award at the 2025 Ear Worthy Podcast Awards, and that recognition is all thanks to you, the amazing listeners. With 700 new curious minds joining our community this season, it feels like the chaos just kee...

On this week's 5 Random Questions, I chat with Ana Xavier, founder of The Podcast Space. Answers include stereotypes and why they need busting, candy from the past and present, making people smile by just being there, and more. Answering the questions this week: Ana Xavier Ana Xavier empowers podcasters to discover their full potential with strategic content that drives business growth, builds tru...

This bonus episode is a little different - no guests or random questions, just me sharing a quick reminder that you’re not alone. If life feels heavy right now, or things have been difficult lately, please know that help and support are always available. You matter, and there are people who care - myself included. Below are some free, confidential resources you can reach out to anytime: Canada: Me...

On this week's 5 Random Questions, I chat with Ned Donovan - actor, singer, writer, producer, and a bunch of different hyphens around the entertainment industry. Answers include what he really misses about childhood, why failure is success, his favourite day of the year, and more. Answering the questions this week: Ned Donovan I'm an actor, singer, writer, producer, bunch of different hyphens arou...

Happy International Podcast Day, everyone! Today, I'm celebrating by flipping the spotlight and sharing some of my favourite podcasts that I think you’ll love too. Think of this as a little podcast tasting menu, where you can sample short trailers from various shows to discover something new to add to your listening queue. Further reading for this episode Bad Movies Worse Opinions - Podcast - Appl...

On this week's 5 Random Questions, I chat with Colin Gray, founder of The Podcast Host, and Alitu. Answers include his approach to online movie critics, cartoon memories, tech trip-ups, and more. Answering the questions this week: Colin Gray Colin is a podcaster, speaker, PhD and founder of ThePodcastHost.com and Alitu. ThePodcastHost.com is a huge audio, video and written resource on how to creat...

On this week's 5 Random Questions, I chat with Jenn Trepeck, host of the award-winning Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, about hacks for morning routines, wanting to become a teacher to oust a JK teacher, inside out intestines, and more. Answering the questions this week: Jenn Trepeck Jenn Trepeck has been described as a "force of nature" in the wellness space, with recognition in: Podcast Magaz...