Hiya, Georgie! We continue our Why BOO! You Know That series with podcaster, comedian, and beloved Tik Tok star Alyssa Sabo (@alyssa_sabo) about the 1990 horror TV miniseries, Stephen King's IT. How does the 90s version differ from the recent films? Why is Tim Curry always the best, even as the evil Pennywise with a Bronx accent? What's it like growing up with an actual clown, and then becoming a clown yourself for children's birthday parties? Orgies? CHUD? Beep beep, Richie! Let's do this again some time!

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Stephen King's IT Miniseries with Alyssa Sabo

We continue our Why BOO! You Know That series with podcaster and comedian Rachel Chapman (@@LadyTomHanks) about the 1998 Disney Channel Original Movie Halloweentown. Why is this kids film about witches so beloved that there is an annual celebration of it in St. Helens, Oregon? How did Debbie Reynolds get to be the first Agatha all along? What's the deal with the skeleton cab driver? Is Halloweentown actually an allegory for American politics? Let's do this again some time!

Halloweentown with Rachel Chapman

To kick off our Why BOO! You Know That series, podcaster and actor Raiza Licea (@raizalicea) about the best, worst, coolest, lamest, and downright awful Halloween costumes you can wear for the spookiest season and subsequent costume parties. What constitutes a great costume versus a mediocre one? What do you do with family or couples costumes? How do we feel about political or celebrity outfits? And what's with Steve's magic overalls? Let's do this again some time!

Best and Worst Halloween Costumes with Raiza Licea

This week, Nadia and Steve look back on 100 episodes of thrills, chills, fun, weird, camp, niche, kooky, Insert Other Words from the Thesaurus here of episodes of Why Do You Know That! From balloons to bayonets, science fiction to socialism, musicals with roller skates to how much we've talked about Cats, we've covered so much! Stay tuned for our upcoming Halloween episodes and then the all-new upgraded, elevated, expanded, Insert Other Words from the Thesaurus here seasons! Let's do this again some time!

The 101st Episode Thank You Celebration with Nadia and Steve!

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer, podcast host and comedian Will Hines (@willhines) about the 1966 science fiction novel Now Wait for Last Year by Philip K. Dick. What weird bug aliens are part of the 2055 Earth interstellar conflict? Is Dr. Sweetscent actually the name of a character, or is that his dad? How COOL are drugs, especially ones that make you time travel? Would Adam Driver hold up in the movie version? Shoutout to Bubba Sparxxx! Let's do this again some time!

Philip K. Dick's Now Wait For Last Year with Will Hines

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer and comedian Andrea More (@@amore_orless) about the history behind Operation Paperclip, the US and CIA-backed efforts to bring former high-ranking Nazi officials to America. Yes, you read that right, actual German Nazis working for NASA and more! Why did President Truman agree to move forward with the plan? What important documents have you lost in a toilet? Why did the government do all this to stop the USSR? How old is Steve anyway?! Let's do this again some time!

Operation Paperclip with Andrea More

This week, Nadia and Steve welcome back writer Joey Clift (@joyetainment) to discuss Killdozer, aka the story behind Colorado resident Marvin Heemeyer and the death-defying homemade bulldozer he built after several disputes with his city council members. What causes a man to bulldoze a town?  Why is this a cautionary tale about how right-wing YouTube commentators define "hero" on the Internet? And when did Nadia become the spokesperson for Granby tourism?! Let's do this again some time!

Killdozer with Joey Clift

This week, Nadia and Steve chat with actor and comedian Chad Westbrook (@chadwestbrook) about the fine (and sustainable) art of purchasing antiques, kitschy decor, action figures, midcentury furniture, porcelain dolls, and more from estate sales. What exactly is the difference between one and a yard sale? What treasures did one of the Hearst mansions behold? What are the rules, tips, and tricks to get the best deals? What the hell does Nadia do with Royal Daulton figurines?! Let's do this again some time!

Estate Sales Tips with Chad Westbrook

This week, Nadia and Steve talk once again with pod friend, writer, actor, and singer/songwriter Amy Vorpahl (@vorpahlsword) about improving yourself despite the mental health hurdles of the global pandemic. What are essential personal development skills? Why is the journey of self-improvement an ongoing process of constant learning and not a quick fix? What's it like to hire a life coach versus a therapist? What's it like to find out Steve writes gratitude lists?! Let's do this again some time!

Self Development During COVID-19 with Amy Vorpahl

Hello! Hey there! Where has the time gone? Nadia and Steve catch up with each other on a special Why Do You Know That? episode about COVID, theme parks, injuries, illnesses, traveling, deep dish pizza, everything to do in Cleveland, Ohio -- and MORE! Let's do this again some time! 

It's the Summer of 2021! with Nadia and Steve

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to Carolyn Jania and Adam Ceschin from musical comedy duo Schmab (@schmab) about how actress Mary Steenburgen's "minor arm surgery" led to her waking up with a head full of music and the uncanny ability to write songs for TV and film. How close has Mary come to winning a second Oscar for songwriting? How does her husband Ted Danson, or Martha's Vineyard, or the accordion factor into any of this? Do we know what the nonprofit Oceania doea?! Let's do this again some time!

Mary Steenburgen's Surgery Unlocking Songwriting Ability with Carolyn Jania and Adam Ceschin from Schmab

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to writer and comedian Stephanie Ritter (@stephanieritter) about the specific topic of 16th episode of Kitchen Nightmare's sixth season, "Amy's Baking Company." What made Gordon Ramsey walk out on this Scottsdale, Arizona restaurant in dire need of help? Was the food THAT bad? How did Amy and Samy manage to fire somewhere between 50-100 staff members? What does Forbes have to say about this whole debacle? Can ANYONE really speak feline meow?! Let's do this again some time!

Kitchen Nightmares: Amy's Baking Company with Stephanie Ritter

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to podcast host Daniel Acker (@MrDrAcker) about the specific topic of superhero powers, and even more specifically, the types of supernatural abilities that Daniel himself has thought about nearly every day of his life. What's better, flying or super strength? What's an "evil" superpower, and how do wield responsibility with our powers? What about "real" powers (medically explained) or weirdo powers, like Dazzler or Arm-Fall-Off-Boy?! Let's do this again some time!

Ranking Superpowers & Abilities with Daniel Acker

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor Kelsi Roberts (@shmelsi) about the specific topic of the 2001 straight-to-video movie Holiday in the Sun starring Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen aka the Olsen twins. Why do the Olsen twins immediately board a private jet and eat a dozen Krispy Kreme each? What's with the fashion choices of the early aughts? What's with the antiquities robbery slash boat stealing? What this film worth the $15 Steve spent to watch it?! Let's do this again some time!

Holiday in the Sun Starring the Olsen Twins with Kelsi Roberts

This week, Nadia and Steve talk to actor and podcast host Peter Banifaz (@pbani) about the specific topic of setting up aquariums for your home and caring for freshwater fish. Why does it take at least four to six weeks to properly set up an aquarium before you introduce the fish? What species of freshwater fish will play nice, like guppies and bettas, and which ones will beat on each other's ass? How are those fish acting on a plane, much less the airport? Let's do this again some time!

Freshwater Fish Aquariums with Peter Banifaz

The podcast that asks why YOU know SO MUCH about a VERY specific topic. Comedians Nadia Osman and Steve Szlaga invite guests to talk about a singular, limited point of interest they know more about than anyone (but that Nadia and Steve usually know next to nothing about). Topics range from pop culture, history, science, politics, and art, to anything and everything niche, kitsch, camp, weird, wild, wondrous, and beyond. Come join the party!

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