Everyday Life:Conversations Over Coffee

Send us Fan Mail Jen and Dagda check in after a rough stretch of health issues and work chaos, and officially announce they're taking a short break — dubbed "Summer Vacation" — to actually rest instead of just working through it like last time. Along the way, Jen shares a sweet story about a hardworking 19-year-old employee chasing a 20,000-step goal, reflects on what it means to le...

Send us Fan Mail Jen and Dagda are in full movie mode this week and they are not holding back. Jen reviews Netflix's The Last House — a survival thriller that doubles as a surprisingly solid prepper guide — and breaks down the creature reveal, the ethical gut-punches, and why she'd recommend it as background viewing. Then Dagda brings up Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey and the inter...

Send us Fan Mail Jen is running on fumes — wildfires on three sides, doing the work of two and a half people, and somehow still finding time to remember eat marshmallows in front of her partner just to watch him gag. This week's episode is a cozy, rambling conversation about hometown roots, a 20-year reunion with a beloved server named Corey, and why leaving your people behind is harder than...

Send us Fan Mail This week Jen and Dagda go full nerd mode — and we are absolutely here for it. Dagda breaks down Total Warhammer 3 in glorious detail: factions, chaos gods, city building, army strategy, and the surprisingly deep world map that mirrors real-world geography. Jen connects Dagda's love of mage and healer classes to his real-life calm and observational personality, and the two sw...

Send us Fan Mail Jen's "Jesus meter" is running dangerously low this week as she navigates customer chaos, lazy coworkers, and a revolving door of call-outs and quitters. From a grown man on a skateboard getting scolded by his mom to a sweet customer who nearly sparked a church revival in the store, Jen has stories for days. She also praises her newest cashier for handling a big mis...

Send us Fan Mail Jen celebrates nearly 18 months smoke-free while she and Dagda dive into smoking stories — from army cigarette runs to the influence of Grease on a generation of teenage girls. They share warm family memories, discuss why people start (and stop) smoking, and touch on AI real estate ads and the current housing market. Jen also officially announces the AfterDark break, shares surpri...

Send us Fan Mail Jen and Dagda fully embrace the squirrels in this episode as they bounce between topics. They reminisce about high school dances and Vanilla Ice, discuss modern social media trends, dive into health, diets, and the modeling industry, and gush about the Dresden Files audiobooks. The conversation also touches on workplace drama, arthritis, and why their most tangent-filled episodes...

Send us Fan Mail Jen is hooked on the HBO series The Outsider (based on the Stephen King novel) and gives a detailed, spoiler-light breakdown of why it’s so gripping. She discusses the brutal opening murder, Jason Bateman’s unsettling performance, the doppelganger mystery, and one particularly terrifying scene involving an invisible entity. The conversation also touches on the show’s connection to...

Send us Fan Mail Jen and Dagda sit down for a very personal and honest conversation. Dagda gives a major health update on his diabetes journey, including how Ozempic has helped control his blood sugar and the nearly 40 pounds he’s lost. They reflect on the 13-year health battle they’ve navigated together, the side effects of medications, and the importance of friendship and support.  The episode a...

Send us Fan Mail Jen and Dagda catch up over coffee and cover a wide range of topics. Dagda shares his new obsession with Vampire Survivors and gives an update on their long-running D&D campaign. Jen talks about getting emotionally invested in audiobooks and literally talking back to the characters. The conversation also touches on recent celebrity deaths, the death of cursive writing, work fr...

Send us Fan Mail Jen and Dagda chat about Jen’s recent thrifting adventure and the great book finds she scored, including a large-print Game of Thrones and a brand-new copy of Twilight . They dive into Stephen Hawking’s lesser-known children’s book series, discuss the magic of audiobooks (especially the Dresden Files ), and share hilarious stories about what people actually donate to thrift stores...

Send us Fan Mail **LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED **  Jen and Dagda pour a fresh cup and dig into one of the most talked-about cases of the year. After a health check-in and a behind-the-scenes update, the conversation turns to the Karmelo Anthony case — breaking down what the footage actually shows, the confession, the later self-defense claim, and the deeply divided public reaction. From there it o...

Send us Fan Mail The Movie Money series returns with an even bigger challenge! Jen quizzes Dagda on the highest-grossing movies filmed in every U.S. state, leading to surprising discoveries about blockbuster filming locations, state economies, and Hollywood history. Along the way they discuss Tyler Perry Studios, Avengers, Transformers, Twilight, Jurassic World, Independence Day, streaming versus...

Send us Fan Mail Today Jen  and Dagda discuss A rumor at work convinced Jen that James Marsters had died... and the emotional fallout was REAL. **James Marsters in ALIVE AND WILL ** Discussing the Dresden Files Audio Books and why James Marsters IS Harry Dresden. Exploring the Buffy Cast Members, those still here and those we lost over the years.  No matter the genre or age, books and stories can...

Send us Fan Mail Jen and Dagda dive into the highest grossing movies filmed in Washington State and Pierce County. From Twilight Saga: Eclipse ($300M) and Sleepless in Seattle ($227M) to hidden gems like Benny & Joon (Johnny Depp in Spokane!), they discuss budgets, ROI, local filming memories, and the resurgence of Pierce County's indie film scene. Plus: Michael Jackson documentary though...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back from the break!   Jen and Dagda dive deep into video games, discussing Path of Exile 2, gender-locked classes, lazy game design, Diablo 4 vs. Path of Exile customization, Toy Story 5 excitement (Taylor Swift's childhood VHS!), aging cast members, Warhammer lore, character-locked games, Skyrim rejection, Bethesda ethics, Fallout series, budget gaming, and more. A...

Send us Fan Mail Celebrating 50 episodes! Jen and Dagda dive into Washington State's incredible film history—from iconic movies like 10 Things I Hate About You , Twilight , and An Officer and a Gentleman to hidden gems like Say Anything , The Hand That Rocks the Cradle , and Harry and the Hendersons . They explore over 163 films shot in the Pacific Northwest, debunk filming location myths, di...

Send us Fan Mail  Jen and Dagda tackle the dumbing down of society —from YouTube's decline to the education system's failures to the rise of mediocrity. This is a sprawling, no-holds-barred conversation about the indumbening of humanity, and whether we can stop it before it's too late. Plus: Liam Layton (teaching people to have a better relationship with food),  The Hoof GP (Graeme)...

Send us Fan Mail  Jen and Dagda dive deep into nepotism in Hollywood —who's a nepo baby, who's not, and when it actually matters. This is a sprawling conversation about trickle-down entertainment , first-generation actors, and the fine line between privilege and proving yourself. From The Baldwins to the Sheens , there is much to be said about how Hollywood has always done it and will co...

Send us Fan Mail  Jen and Dagda celebrate the  remarkably magnificent Alfred Molina —the actor with the incredible voice, impeccable comedic timing, and a career spanning from Indiana Jones to Doc Oct to talking octopuses . This is a love letter to one of the most underrated actors of our time. Alfred Molina just celebrated his 73rd birthday (May 24, 1953, London). His real name is Alfredo (anglic...

Send us Fan Mail  Jen stumbles upon a Popular Science article that freaks her out: Russian/Soviet biologist Ilya Ivanov (1870–1932) who tried to create a human-chimpanzee crossbreed using artificial insemination. This is the story of twisted science, ethical nightmares, and the "humanzee." #podcast #hybridizations #twistedtheory #twistedscience Artwork:geralt Support the show Your new ad...

Send us Fan Mail  Jen and Dagda dive into Arnold Schwarzenegger's Kindergarten Cop (1990), featuring Miko Hughes (Gage from Pet Sematary ), Linda Hunt , and Penelope Ann Miller . They discuss the iconic "boys have a penis, girls have a vagina" line, participation trophies vs. earning rewards, ginger debates, and how the world has changed since the 90s. The conversation spirals into...

Send us Fan Mail  Jen and Dagda dive into the world of tabletop gaming , pen-and-paper RPGs , and video game adaptations . Dagda recaps his weekend making characters for a Dragon-based game, creating a second Pathfinder character to fill gaps when players don't show up, and playing old Warhammer strategy games ( Shadow of the Horned Rat and Dark Omen ) on Steam. The conversation spirals into...

Send us Fan Mail  Jen and Dagda dive deep into Mark Wahlberg's incredible career , from his early days as Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch and Calvin Klein model to his breakout film roles in Fear (1996), Boogie Nights , Three Kings , and The Departed . They explore his impressive range across action ( Shooter , Lone Survivor , Deepwater Horizon , Patriots Day ), comedy ( Daddy's Home , Te...

Send us Fan Mail Jen and Dagda start with a deep dive into Dean Schneider , a Swiss entrepreneur who sold his financial business at 27 to create Hakuna Mipaka —a 1,000-acre animal sanctuary in Africa. They discuss his lion pride (Dexter, Snow, Nyla), the controversy over disciplining a lion, and the challenges of funding a sanctuary without exploiting the animals or compromising integrity. The con...