5 Random Questions - Conversations with Creators and Curious Minds

On this week's 5 Random Questions, Max Kurton talks about weird hamster dreams, the parent/child smartness conundrum, teachable tech moments, and more. Answering the questions this week: Max Kurton Max Kurton is an award-winning journalist and content creator with a passion for storytelling in all its weird and wonderful forms. Over the years, he’s worn many hats — food writer, Green Party of Cana...

On this week's 5 Random Questions, Dan LeFebvre talks about his pet peeves about pet peeves, a time travelling conundrum, the art of not knowing how to describe yourself, and more. Answering the questions this week: Dan LeFebvre Throughout Dan's career, he's produced hundreds of tutorials covering topics such as productivity and project management, 3D modeling, fluid dynamics, and visual effects....

On this week's 5 Random Questions, Charles Commins shares why old age is a very specific number, death day duties, tetchy tech takedowns, and more. Answering the questions this week: Charles Commins Charles is the host of the award winning It's All Cobblers To Me podcast, founder of podcast production company, Vibrant Sound Media and co-runner of the largest UK podcaster community, MIC's Podcast C...

In this short bonus episode, Danny shares the news of 5 Random Questions winning an award in the 2025 Ear Worthy Podcast Awards. Further reading for this episode Announcing The 2025 Ear Worthy Podcast Awards 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: RODE NT1-A large diaphragm c...

On this week's 5 Random Questions, Colin True talks about his one food for life, his trick to going to the toilet while enduring ultra-running events, a shining moment with his daughter, and much more. Answering the questions this week: Colin True Colin True spent over 20 years working for outdoor brands, living in places most people only get to visit, and forming a definite opinion about the good...

On this week's 5 Random Questions, Martin Gage talks about his worst marriage advice, his sojourn into wacky spoons, his begrudged acceptance of board games, and much more. Answering the questions this week: Martin Gage Vice principal, children’s podcast host, author, tractor influencer (big guy little tractor), and third degree black belt. Martin's Website Martin on YouTube Martin's Facebook page...

On this week's 5 Random Questions, Amanda McLoughlin talks about her all-time embarrassing moment, her useless superpower, her perfect last meal, and much more. Answering the questions this week: Amanda McLoughlin Amanda McLoughlin is the CEO of Multitude, a podcast collective, production company, and ad sales provider. A digital creator since 2004 whose career started in finance and business serv...

Today, June 27 sees 5 Random Questions turn one, so here's a quick thank you message from me to you. 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: RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones Elgato Wave...

That's a wrap on Season 3 of 5 Random Questions, so here's a short, bonus episode to say thank you for becoming a valued listener, and when to expect Season 4. Further reading for this episode Review 5 Random Questions Mercury Podcast Network 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 equi...

On this week's 5 Random Questions, Mandy Kaplan talks about her need for frequent showers, why she's not afraid to be alone in the house, how she ended up biting a teenager, and much more. Answering the questions this week: Mandy Kaplan Mandy Kaplan is an actress, vo artist, singer, writer, podcast host and stinky cheese addict living in LA. Her voice can be heard in hundreds of commercials/video...

On this week's 5 Random Questions, Bob LeDrew talks about why he'd be a great ambassador to welcome aliens, how slapstick shaped his outlook, a teenage event that changed his life, and much more. Answering the questions this week: Bob LeDrew Bob LeDrew is a recovering podcaster... and lots of other things. After a long career in the word game doing journalism, PR, and social media, he's now helpin...

On this week's 5 Random Questions, Evo Terra talks about ska punk, haggis versus poutine, why owning a beer bar isn't bad work, and much more. Answering the questions this week: Evo Terra Evo Terra is an award-winning podcaster and member of the Podcast Hall of Fame. An author of both Podcasting For Dummies and Expert Podcasting Practices for Dummies, Evo had the 40th podcast ever, published in Oc...

On this week's 5 Random Questions, Drew Toynbee talks about very personal shower habits, where morals fit when money's on offer, and more. Let's jump in! Answering the questions this week: Drew Toynbee Drew is a freelance digital creative, making fictional and factual video and audio content for podcasters and organisations across the UK. Drew's Website @drewtoynbee on Instagram Further reading fo...

On this week's 5 Random Questions is Manisha Solomon, host & producer of the Archery Parent Podcast. Manisha's topics include what makes her mad at birthdays, why you should celebrate dumb accomplishments, and more. Let's jump in! Answering the questions this week: Manisha Solomon Manisha is an Archery Mom, cyclist (gravel, particularly), and the host & producer of the Archery Parent Podcast....

On this week's 5 Random Questions is Tom Webster, partner at Sounds Profitable and a purveyor of podcasting, stats, and jokes. Tom's topics include funeral faux pas, an Italian love story that also has a future crime in store, why regrets can be the best thing to happen, and more. Let's jump in! Answering the questions this week: Tom Webster Tom Webster is a Partner at Sounds Profitable, dedicated...

On this week's 5 Random Questions is Lauren Passell, founder of Tink Media and a hugely popular and respected name in the podcasting space. Lauren's topics include creating a shower belly, why hot sauce isn't just for wings, a water wing childhood that's come full circle in adulthood, and more. Let's jump in! Answering the questions this week: Lauren Passell Lauren Passell is the founder of Tink M...

On this week's Five Random Questions is Tim Truax, a pop culture podcaster, nerd, and founder of the Canadian podcasting event, PodSummit. Tim's topics include a visceral reaction to a movie scene, why he doesn't like Houston, Texas, how the pandemic ruined his Star Wars moment, and more. Let's jump in! Answering the questions this week: Tim Truax In 2015, Tim began his podcast journey as he turne...

On this week's Five Random Questions is Al Grego, an award-winning podcaster, creator, and producer. Al's topics include wanting to be in a Canadian sitcom, why jump thrills are not for him, his Ted Lasso moment, and more. Let's jump in! Answering the questions this week: Allan Grego Producer and host of the award-winning 'Yes, We Are Open' podcast and 'Just Good Business' Podcast. In my "spare" t...

On this week's Five Random Questions is Sean Dillon, host of the Beyond the Mic podcast. Sean's topics include entertaining elephants, the meaning of hometown, why movies don't really get to him, and more. Let's jump in! Answering the questions this week: Sean Dillon More than 600 episodes of Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon and he still doesn't know what he wants to be when he grows up. The last t...

That's a wrap on Season 2 of 5 Random Questions, so here's a short, bonus episode to say thank you for becoming a valued listener, and when to expect Season 3. Further reading for this episode Five Best Independent Podcasts Of 2024 - Ear Worthy Media 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....

On this week's Five Random Questions is Mike Boon, better known as Toronto Mike, the hugely popular podcaster from Canada's biggest city. Mike's topics include the afterlife, why his kids don't get his gum, his favourite bromance, and more. Let's jump in! Answering the questions this week: Toronto Mike Mike Boon, or Toronto Mike as he's better known, is the owner of TMDS, a digital marketing, cont...

On this week's Five Random Questions, Elsie Escobar, podcaster, community builder, advocate, and mentor, talks about missing the mom factor, the origins of excitement, a caffeinated ritual, and more. Let's jump in! Answering the questions this week: Elsie Escobar Elsie Escobar is a transformative force in podcasting, with over 18 years of experience blending innovation, advocacy, and community bui...

On this week's Five Random Questions, Matt Gilhooly, host of The Life Shift podcast as well as author and artist, joins Danny and talks about 30 seconds to change the world, why public bathrooms have to go, why there's no such thing as the perfect fit for people, and more. Let's jump in! Answering the questions this week: Matt Gilhooly Matt Gilhooly is the host/creator/producer of The Life Shift P...

On this week's Five Random Question, Arielle Nissenblatt, a podcast enthusiast and founder of Earbuds Podcast Collective, joins Danny for an engaging chat that includes being tattoo curious, who in history would receive a wedgie, a penile dare, and more. Let's jump in! Answering the questions this week: Arielle Nissenblatt Arielle Nissenblatt is the podcast enthusiast's podcast enthusiast. She's t...

This week's Five Random Questions is a blend of light-hearted banter and profound life lessons as Dave Campbell opens up about his journey as a podcaster and musician. Dave reflects on the significance of community and connection, both in his personal life and through his various podcasts. He also touches upon the impact of social media on relationships and the importance of engaging in open, resp...