Here We Are: What Makes Us Human

Glee. It isn't just a hit TV show. For today's guest, it has been a catalyst for dreams. Tune in this week to hear Donnie Williams unpack the goodness of Glee! Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

If you're anything like me, you probably have no idea that Jim Henson has a different artistic style than the Muppets. And. It's dark. Prepare to enter into a Grimm world crafted by the mastermind of the puppeteer master Jim Henson. Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Prepare to meet a legend who leads with curiosity, learns deeply, and chooses to act upon what she cares about. You may know Mikaila Ulmer for her famous Me & The Bees lemonade, but there is so much more to her than just that! Tune in this week to learn about another one of her passions: American Sign Language! Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Show calling? What does that even mean? Well. I'm so glad you asked! Join us this week as one of my fellow show callers and I discuss the crazy world we work in. Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Do you ever hang out with a human that you're consistently fascinated by? Gary is one of those humans. His life is full of seemingly random experiences that all build on each other to craft the human that Gary is. And in this episode, we get a front-row seat to learn about how creativity has brought Gary to where he is. Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Dance. It isn't just choreographed movements set to a form of rhythm or beat. It is embodiment. It is togetherness. It is being with yourself at a deep level. With or without others.  This week, Beverly Davis-Schuller tells us all about the deep beauty of her relationship with dance. Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Some people look at art or listen to music and see the surface level of what is presented. Jennifer Whiting dives deeper into the feeling of creative expression. Join us as we jump headfirst into the glory that is choral music. Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Cemeteries. Most of us think they're creepy. But Todd Elliott is here to tell us otherwise. Join us as we learn about epitaphs, medallions, and even a little history! Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

I. Love. Kombucha. It is another flavor of science and fermentation!!! This episode dives into Joy's nerd love of the fermented brew - and she hopes you'll come out loving booch too :) Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Nary shall be the day when I am caught without some form of entertainment in hand! I'm always ready with some sort of way to entertain myself, which in turn entertains those around me. Check out this week's episode to learn more about how I learned how to do this! Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Meditation can come in many forms. In today's episode, Joy and her new friend Tabitha discuss how organization is a type of meditation, and what it feels like to be grounded and present. Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Contrary to popular belief, spreadsheets aren't boring. They're beautiful. They're practical. They're all things MAGICAL. Don't believe me? Tune into this week's episode and challenge yourself to see things in a new way! Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

I don't know about you, but I often make mistakes in relationships. I try to use my words well, but I end up creating rifts between instead of strengthening bonds with those I'm around. This week, Marriage Therapist Gretchen Harro takes time to chat with us all about the "Oh Help!" moment - when you realize you're in over your head. You're not gonna wanna miss this on...

Water. Yeast. Flour. Salt. These ingredients create utter MAGIC. And this week, The Bread Dude himself tells us all about his love and nerd all around this beautiful alchemy: bread. Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

It's time to get down and nerdy! This week, Joy and Ryan Pribyl dive into the world of video gaming, how to still game with vintage consoles, and all other sorts of nerd.  Here are the websites for the gear Ryan mentioned: https://www.retrorgb.com/ http://www.gretrostuff.com/store/gscartsw/ https://www.retrotink.com/product-page/5x-pro http://www.curtpalme.com/ChromaPure_iScanDuo.shtm https:/...

This isn't just your normal sticky situation! Join us as we dive headfirst into all that is adherent and adhesive! You won't regret it! Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

The land of disc golf is ever so worthy of being explored! This week, Matt Swing tells us all about how he learned to play, some great fundamentals of throwing discs, and even some of his major victories on his journey. Also, check out the work he's doing in Chicago at www.discgolfchicago.com ! Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

If you're in need for some tips JUST IN TIME for Black Friday shopping, this is the place to go! Join us as Joy and Chelsea laugh and talk about Black Friday shopping adventures. Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Sometimes, I forget that the words I use at work don't translate well into normal life. So. This episode is all about bringing you up to speed on tech speak. Because learning is fun! Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Though frustrating, crosswords are an outlet of calm for me. And a connection to my grandpa. Check out this week's episode to hear more of my short history with these puzzles! Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Pew pew pew!!! Today's episode is all about the beautiful stories weaved within the Star Wars universe, lest ye think that Star Wars is only about shooting light rays and playing with laser beams that make whizzing noises as they go by your head, as I may have at some point... Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Ohmygoodness. This episode takes us from here, to there, to EVERYWHERE! All via digital means! Tune in as Sammy Marrco reveals the glory of exploring the world from the comfort of your own home! Want to learn more about Sammy's exploration? Check out his YouTube and Instagram ! Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Sportsball! For some, the topic of sports is a definite nerdtopia. For Joy, not so much. Enter into the scene: Thomas Hewitt, sportswriter. Tune in to hear more about Thomas' journey into writing and loving sports! If you'd like to read his work, check out his substack page ! Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Some things deserve to be fought about and opinions hard fought for. One of those things for my friend Marie and me is typefaces. Fonts. How letters are shown in the world. Sometimes it is good. Sometimes it is really bad. But above all else, NEVER use Comic Sans, Papyrus, or Bleeding Cowboy. Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !

Loving people well and creating spaces for connection isn't something that comes naturally to us all. But it is a HUGE part of how Leigh Carlson enters the world. Tune into this week's episode to hear more about Leigh's connection with connection. Check out Here We Are on Instagram , Facebook , or Patreon !