The Midnight Air

Dear Pennies & Pallers, For this week's first letter, a listener poses the question: what advice would you give to your younger self? Letter 2 is all about those brands that you can't help but be loyal to. Plus so much more! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Pennies & Pallers, For our first letter this week, we delve into parasocial relationships. In Letter 2, we talk all about fishing! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Pennies & Pallers, For our first letter this week, we hear from a bi-poly listener who is currently in the closet and not sure when to come out. In our second letter, we hear all about a best/worst vacation. We also talk: Elvis Costello on SNL, doing standup in shorts, and much, much more! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Pennies & Pallers, This week's first letter poses the question: Would you want to think differently? Here are some links to Jack's project & his show: http://www.yourcarsextendedwarranty.com/ https://jackpalmiotti.com/ In our second letter, we respond to a question about a listener's recent dating experience. Plus we talk: Hoosiers, SATs, and a whole lot more! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel...

Dear Pennies & Pallers, For our first letter this week, we hear from a listener who has recently gotten back in touch with an old friend, only to realize that something seems very off. Our second letter is inspired by a recent documentary and poses a question about conspiracies we'd love to be true. Plus we discuss: Breath, carnations vs incarnations, laboratories, and much more! Sincerely, Your P...

Dear Pennies & Pallers! For this week's first letter, we talk about breathing and our obsessions. In our second letter, we dive into guilty pleasures! Plus, we discuss: Rory's many broken nose stories, Bavid Dowie, "breathe" vs "breath", upcoming fun stuff, and a whole lot more! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Pennies & Pallers, For this week's first letter, we hear from a comedian who isn't sure how personal he should get with his comedy with regards to his family and friends. In our second letter, we discuss the topic of political leanings being potentially readable by brain scans. Plus, Dan is in Rochelle, and we discuss: the sewing room, Dan's gift to Rory, Rory's upcoming golf tournament, and...

Dear Pennies, Pallers, & Pencil Buds, For our first letter this week, we talk about old, classic cars we would buy, and things we've left behind that we miss. For our second letter, we discuss equal but opposite opinions. Plus we talk: Rory's new dog, GoldenEye, and more! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Pennies & Pallers, For our first letter this week, we hear from a listener who has some reservations about a life decision his wife is considering. In our second letter, we discuss how to deal with manic episodes. Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Pennies & Pallers, For our first letter this week, we address the question of when and how to tell someone those 3 magical words. For Letter 2, we hear the tale of a childhood prank in the Sweden of yesteryear. Plus we discuss: oldest friends, merch updates, Rory's new old diet, show reviews, and more! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Pennies & Pallers, For our first letter this week, we hear from a listener whose father has begun dating again after her mother's death, and wants some advice. Also, she has a question about desserts. In our second letter, we hear a rollicking tale about a Chicago St. Patrick's Day, which leads to some fun storytelling, as one might expect. We also discuss: the Tiger doc, deserts, and a whole...

Dear Pennies & Pallers, For our first letter this week, we discuss a listener's favorite obscure words, and play a little guessing game. Then in our second letter, we discuss the plight of a listener's mother, who is an erotica e-book author, and implications for art in the age of the internet. Plus, we talk about the beach, St. Patrick's Day, and a whole lot more! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel...

Dear Pennies & Pallers, This week, our first letter deals with the thresholds in life -- which ones we hold dear, which we regret, and more. Our second letter delves into the plight of a man who wants to get back into his comedy career, but it has been nearly impossible because of the relationships and obligations in his life, combined with the pandemic. We also talk: not fixing itchy shirts, athl...

Dear Pennies & Pallers, For our first letter this week, we discuss the changes that have taken place in the US since 2012. Then for our second letter, we talk about local folklore from our hometowns. Plus: a remix of last week's cover of the theme song, and more! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Pennies & Pallers, This week, in our first letter we hear the tale of how the Girl Scouts drove one listener into potentially dangerous situations, and we ponder dangerous stuff we did as kids. For Letter 2, we hear from a graduate school student who isn't sure whether or not to call it quits. Plus we talk about: ASMR, Stereo, Pop Tarts, Zoom Show updates, and all about Rory's new Nerf guns....

Dear Pennies & Pallers, In our first letter this week, we receive not only an incredible hotel lobby piano cover of our theme, but also an intriguing question from a listener who is wondering how to relate to a much younger sister. In Letter 2, we hear from our friend Jen, who tells us about what it's like to know someone who becomes a murderer. Plus we discuss: Playing Red Rocks, crystals, and Sh...

Dear Pennies & Pallers, For this week's first letter, we dive into the question of whether one of our listeners should have a second child. Then for Letter 2, we go in on some guilty pleasures. Plus, we talk: teachers, Girl Scout cookies, The Dawn Wall, and a whole lot more! Don't forget to grab your ticket for our Live Zoom show on February 20th! You can get your ticket at DanielVanKirk.com. Sinc...

Dear Pennies & Pallers, For our first letter this week, we talk about our favorite places to perform live comedy. In our second letter, we hear a new cover of the theme song and discuss how to talk to our (current/future) kids about drugs, and other difficult subject matter. Plus, we talk all about...wait, what were we talking about? Escape rooms! That's it. Don't forget to get your ticket to our...

Dear Pennies & Pallers, This week, our first letter deals with a tricky issue in a casual romantic situation. In Letter 2, we discuss how to maintain healthy boundaries in a relationship. Plus: an emo cover of the theme song, Rory's doc, Bingo Night Lights, s'mores, and a whole lot more! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Pennies & Pallers, For our first letter this week, we tackle the subject of predictions. Are they luck? What role do tv and movies play? For our second letter, we discuss how to go about building up the courage to share your art with others. Plus: shower talk, a head-shaving/hair restoration discussion, and much more! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Dear Pennies & Pallers, This week, our first letter deals with a specific kind of crying -- not for others, but for yourself. Our second letter tells a tale that leaves out some key details, but ends up asking some very important snack food questions. Plus: the theme song in a bunch of different styles, edible, and a whole lot more! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listene...

Dear Pennies & Pallers, Happy New Year! We started 2021 off with a live show over Zoom with a bunch of you! Luckily we were joined by our good friend, Patrick Keenan of the Winter Sounds, who, as you probably know, created our award-winning theme song. Letter 1 asks us which sense you would choose to only have for each season. (Whether or not you're allowed to repeat is a matter of debate.) For ou...

Dear Pennies & Pallers, This week we read a letter from a listener who tells the tale of a bad roommate and a fire. This prompts some more roommate stories. Plus, we talk: The Wall, DVK's Robin Williams story, Rory & Daniel's Open Mic, and more! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Pennies & Pallers, This week, we hear all about an ingenious holiday strategy involving a hotel. We also read a tale of familial defiance from an old friend of the show, plus a handy brine recipe along with it. We also discuss: eczema, burgers, an update from Chicago, and more! Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Pennies & Pallers, As we get into Chex Mix season, we dive into a letter this week from a listener who is turning 40 next summer and wants to get caught up on TV and movies they've never seen. We make some recommendations. Sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel & Rory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.