Simple Questions Podcast

Episode 38 : How Are Books Published? - features Author and Book Coach Jennie Nash, who explains the intricacies of the publishing process. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Jennie Nash, an author and book coach. Jennie has penned nine books across three genres, including "Blueprint for a Book: Build Your Novel from...

Episode 37 : How Do Memory Champions Train Their Minds? - features 5-time memory champion Nelson Dellis, who shares his insights on how to memorize information. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Nelson Dellis, a 5-time USA Memory Champion. Nelson is the current world record holder for memorizing over 9 decks of cards in 3...

Episode 36 : How was the Unabomber Investigated? - features Retired FBI Section Chief, Tom Nunemaker, who reveals details about the UNABOM investigation. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Tom Nunemaker, who retired after serving 23 years in the FBI. He completed his career while selected for the Senior Executive Service a...

Episode 35 : What’s The Story Behind The Original Cowboy Boot? - features Hyer Boots CEO, Zach Lawless, who shares his family’s legacy. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Zach Lawless, the great-great-grandson of C.H. Hyer, renowned as the inventor of the original cowboy boot. Currently serving as the CEO of Hyer Boots, Za...

Episode 34 : What Is A Death Doula? - features Experienced Death Doula, Kacie Gikonyo, discussing her role in end-of-life care. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Kacie Gikonyo, a dedicated death doula who provides support, comfort, and guidance to individuals and their families during the end-of-life process. Kacie shares...

Episode 33 : What’s It Like To Be An FBI Agent? - features Former Special Agent, Donald Albracht, discussing his time in the FBI. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Donald Albracht, a distinguished former FBI Special Agent with over 28 years of experience in the FBI. Donald's expertise includes handling various federal...

Episode 32 : How Do You Start Baking? - features New York Times Bestselling Author, Erin Jeanne McDowell, who describes how you can start baking. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Erin Jeanne McDowell, an accomplished baker and author of three notable books: "The Fearless Baker" (New York Times' Best Baking...

Episode 31 : What Is Visual Snow Syndrome? - features VSS Advocate, Paul Domb, explaining the work the Visual Snow Initiative has accomplished. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Paul Domb, the father of Sierra Domb, a remarkable individual who spearheaded the Visual Snow Initiative, a pioneering endeavor focused on raisin...

Episode 30 : What Is The Enneagram? - features New York Times Bestselling Author, Susan Piver, explaining the enneagram system. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Susan Piver, a distinguished author known for her insightful works on mindfulness and meditation. Susan has spent decades delving into the realms of contemplativ...

Episode 29 : What Is It Like To Be A Fighter Pilot? - features Veteran fighter pilot, Kurt Dittmer, offering a glimpse into the extraordinary lives of our aviation heroes. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Kurt Dittmer, a 27-year Veteran of the United States Air Force. Kurt participated in numerous missions, quantified by...

Episode 28: What Is Stop Motion Animation? - has Threadwood Award-Winning Animators, Alexis Deprey & Scott DaRos, speaking about the creative process and techniques involved in crafting stop motion animation. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Alexis & Scott, both of whom are Emmy Award-winning animation profession...

Episode 27 : What Challenges Do Entrepreneurs Face? - has Zohr Founder, Komal Choong, speaking about starting a business. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Komal, a remarkable individual who has made a name for herself as the founder of Zohr, a mobile tire repair company. Through her exceptional entrepreneurial abilities,...

Episodes 14-26: Highlights - a power-packed compilation of our recent best moments! Episode Summary: This episode features a highlight from the last 13 episodes of the Simple Questions Podcast. You will hear condensed bite-sized highlights from a variety of topics such as negotiation and cultivated meat, while featuring music spanning all genres. These highlights will introduce new listeners to ou...

Episode 26 : How Do You Care for Houseplants? - has houseplant expert, Jane Perrone, recommending ways you can keep your plants healthy. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Jane Perrone, a talented individual who has established herself as a prominent figure in the world of gardening, thanks to her exceptional plant experti...

Episode 25 : What Is Aphantasia? - features the Co-Founder of the Aphantasia Network, Tom Ebeyer, explaining how people are unable to form mental images. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Tom Ebeyer, one of the original 21 cases identified by Neurologist Dr. Adam Zeman as having aphantasia. Tom's experiences led him t...

Episode 24 : How Do You Negotiate? - has Former Hostage Negotiator & The Black Swan Group Instructor, Sandy Hein, teach you powerful negotiation techniques. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Sandy Hein, a former hostage negotiator and negotiation instructor with The Black Swan Group. The Black Swan Group is a negotiat...

Episode 23 : How Do Ants Live? - has Stanford PhD student, Mila Pamplona, take you on a journey into the fascinating world of ants. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Mila Pamplona, a Stanford PhD student who has studied the biological rhythms of foraging and leafcutting activities on colonies of leafcutter ants and develo...

Episode 22 : What Are The Benefits Of Cultivated Meat? - has Bioprocessing Senior Scientist & Founder of Allied Scholars for Animal Protection, Dr. Faraz Harsini, describe how lab-grown meat can change the future. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Dr. Faraz Harsini, a Bioprocessing Senior Scientist at The Good Food In...

Episode 21 : What Is Lucid Dreaming? - has co-author of A Field Guide to Lucid Dreaming , Jared Chiang-Zeizel, describing what lucid dreaming is. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Jared Chiang-Zeizel, co-author of A Field Guide to Lucid Dreaming . Jared's lucid dreaming work has led him to become a TEDx speaker, be on...

Episode 20: How Do You Tell A Good Story? - has Author and 57-time Moth StorySLAM Champion, Matthew Dicks, explain ways you can improve your storytelling. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Matthew Dicks, an internationally bestselling author, 56-time Moth StorySLAM champion, and 9-time GrandSLAM champion. Matt speaks to l...

Episode 19 : How Is A Cause Of Death Determined? - has Chief Medical Examiner, Dr. Diane Peterson, detailing the process for finding a cause of death. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Dr. Diane Peterson, the Chief Medical Examiner of the Johnson County Medical Examiner's Office (MEO). As a graduate of the University...

Episode 18 : How Are Weather Forecasts Made? - has KSHB 41 Chief Meteorologist & Weather2020 Founder, Gary Lezak, explain how we predict the weather. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Gary Lezak, a meteorologist with over 30 years of experience. Beginning his KC career by being named the Chief Meteorologist of KSHB 41...

Episode 17 : How Do You Play Video Games Professionally? - has KC Pioneers Street Team Member & Former University of Missouri eSports Player, Noah De Aces (KCP Blanks), discuss how to compete in eSports. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Noah De Aces (KCP Blanks), a competitive eSports player. Blanks has received eSpo...

Episode 16 : How Do You Use Cryptocurrency? - has Vice President of The KU Blockchain Institute, Tony Czajka, explain the technology behind cryptocurrency. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Tony Czajka, Vice President of the KU Blockchain Institute. The institute seeks to further the advancement of blockchain technology b...

Episode 15 : How Do You Plan A Diet? - has Sports Dietitian-Nutritionist & Wellness Consultant, Amy Dirks, describe how to change your style of eating. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Amy Dirks, a Sports Dietitian-Nutritionist and Wellness Consultant. Amy has used her knowledge to assist Sporting Kansas City in the...