Once There Was a Podcast

Ep23: There Was a Table of Friends Rolling Dice

The final interview of Season 1 is upon us! Our guests (PLURAL?!?) this week, are my college buddies and gaming friends: Mike Barkse, Joe Murphree, and Jordan Zumberge!  We discuss the joys of tabletop roleplaying games (aka TTRPGs such as Dungeons and Dragons), designing characters, telling stories collectively, and Joe’s notoriously bad dice rolls!  TTRPGs are a fantastic way to spend time with your friends and can be shaped into whatever story you want to tell!  
Storytime: Let’s Roll! 
 
Special Thanks to:
Mike Barske
Joe Murphree
Jordan Zumberge
Alex (my sound guru)
My Wife and Daughter
You
 
Instagram: 
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Facebook:
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Additional Audio and Music:
Franz Gordon/Morning Blues/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound
High School Crowd 1/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound
Additional Sound Effects/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound

Ep22: Storytime- The Local Legend

Welcome to our next Storytime episode.  On the off weeks from interviews, there are shorter, storytime episodes.  These episodes will share one or two stories and the story behind them.  It’s also cold and flu season in school districts so please forgive my voice as I fought through congestion this past week!  This week I share a story about a man and local legend I had the honor of knowing.  We bonded over our love of running and teaching.  He was well-loved by many and is missed by just as many. 
 
Special Thanks to:
Alex (my sound guru)
My Wife and Daughter
You
 
Instagram: 
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Facebook:
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Additional Audio and Music:
Franz Gordon/Morning Blues/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound

Ep21: There Was a Curator of All Things Nerdy

We recorded on location this week so please forgive our audio quality at times!  Our guest this week is Rob Rogers the owner of Limited Edition Comics/Salon!  Join us as we discuss how he became the owner of the world’s first comics/salon shop, sharing his collection with the world, and the important stories we find in comics.  If you’re looking for a good comic book, check out Limited Edition Comics and Collectibles on College Hill in Cedar Falls, IA! 
 
Storytime: An Unattended Child at a Convention
 
Special Thanks to:
Rob Rogers
Alex (my sound guru)
My Wife and Daughter
You
 
Instagram: 
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Facebook:
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Rob’s Unboxing Youtube Series
That's What's In the Box?!?
 
Additional Audio and Music:
Franz Gordon/Morning Blues/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound
High School Crowd 1/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound

Ep20: To Destroy the Moon! (A Villain's Monologue)

Welcome to our next Storytime episode.  On the off weeks from interviews, there are shorter, storytime episodes.  These episodes will share one or two stories and the story behind them. This week I share a comedic piece I wrote for a student to perform for their acting category in Speech.  It’s one of the most off-the-wall, Month Python-esque things I’ve ever written.  I hope it brings a smile to your face.  Enjoy!
 
Special Thanks to:
James Halverson
My Brother for his well-timed, blurry picture of the moon that he sent me two days before this episode published.  
Alex (my sound guru)
My Wife and Daughter
You
 
Instagram: 
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Facebook:
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Additional Audio and Music:
Franz Gordon/Morning Blues/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound
Stationary Sign/Hope They Don’t See Us/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound
Stolen & Concealed/T. Morri/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound

Ep19: There Was a Reminder That Your Story Is Not Over

It’s National Suicide Prevention Month. Our guest this week is Alyssa Cobie-Nuss!  Join us as we discuss how she became a passionate advocate for suicide prevention, her work as a 988 crisis counselor, mental health counseling, and how someone can support suicide prevention organizations.  Please, if you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, reach out to 988.  Check out the links below for more information:  
 
988 Chat Lifeline Link
211
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
National Alliance on Mental Illness
QPR 
Alive and Running Iowa
Storytime: Your Story is Not Over
 
Special Thanks to:
Alyssa Cobie-Nuss
Alex (my sound guru)
My Wife and Daughter
You
 
Instagram: 
oncetherewasapod
 
Facebook:
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Additional Audio and Music:
Franz Gordon/Morning Blues/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound
High School Crowd 1/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound

Ep18: Storytime- The Letter

Welcome to our next Storytime episode.  On the off weeks from interviews, there are shorter, storytime episodes.  These episodes will share one or two stories and the story behind them. This week I share a letter that is very near and dear to my heart.  A letter of wise words and other wisdom that brings a smile to my face any time I read it.  
 
Special Thanks to:
My Cousin Joyce
Alex (my sound guru)
My Wife and Daughter
You
 
Instagram: 
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Facebook:
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Additional Audio and Music:
Franz Gordon/Morning Blues/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound

Ep17: There Was a Fellow Podcaster

Ep17: There Was a Fellow Podcaster
Our guest this week is Jon Francois!  Join us as we discuss how he got into radio, shifted into podcasting, and now helps people reminisce about one of their favorite 90s sitcoms.  After listening to this episode, check out the Delicious Recap: a Family Matters Rewatch Podcast!
 
Storytime: Making the Best of a Bad Situation
 
Special Thanks to:
Jon Francois
Alex (my sound guru)
My Wife and Daughter
You
 
Instagram: 
oncetherewasapod
The Delicious Recap
 
Facebook:
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Additional Audio and Music:
Franz Gordon/Morning Blues/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound
High School Crowd 1/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound

Ep16: Storytime- Those Who Can't

Welcome to our next Storytime episode.  On the off weeks from interviews, there are shorter, storytime episodes.  These episodes will share one or two stories and the story behind them. This week I share a story that is an homage to teachers everywhere.  I love teaching and all those who give their time to teach.  This is my shoutout to teachers to let them know that their efforts do not go unseen and they are appreciated! 
 
Special Thanks to:
TEACHERS!
Alex (my sound guru)
My Wife and Daughter
You
 
Instagram: 
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Facebook:
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Additional Audio and Music:
Franz Gordon/Morning Blues/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound

Announcement: Iowa Podcast Awards

Hello Listeners!  I have a quick but exciting announcement!  Once There Was a Podcast was nominated for an honors award from the Iowa Podcast Awards!  Once There Was a Podcast is eligible for the Emerging Podcast Award among other awards!  The Honors Awards will be voted upon by a panel of Iowa Podcasters.  In addition to that, any and all nominees for any of the Iowa Podcast Awards are eligible for the People’s Choice award.  If you would like to vote for Once There was a Podcast or any other Iowa podcast that has been nominated, you can go to the website iowapodcastawards.com/vote.  You may vote for up to THREE podcasts that you would like to see win the award but you may only fill out the poll one time. 

Ep15: There Was an Emerging New Writer

Our guest this week is Mariya Yasinovska!  Join us as we discuss how she discovered her love of writing, shifting from Law to English, writing and editing for a paper, and finding stories to tell. Also, as we’ve been discussing for the past month, there might be a little speech talk involved as well. 
 
Storytime: A Creation Story
 
Special Thanks to:
Mariya Yasinovska
Alex (my sound guru)
My Wife and Daughter
You
 
Instagram: 
oncetherewasapod
mariyayasinovska
 
Facebook:
Once There Was a Podcast
 
Additional Audio and Music:
Franz Gordon/Morning Blues/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound
High School Crowd 1/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound