Episode 19: Dan Turns 22

Alex Baker was joined by many of Dan Lekah's friends to wish him a happy birthday. Friends of Dan shared their first impressions of Dan, favorite memories they created with him, how they would define Dan and other heartfelt birthday wishes. Listen along to hear some of the most iconic Dan Lekah stories you never knew you needed. Anni Martell (:25) joined Alex to reflect on late nights at EVHS and deep conversations with Dan. Sean Tuff (8:55) and Alex discuss Dan’s ability to inspire others. Margie Freed (14:15) jumped on the pod to share a memory of Dan mini golfing and Dan getting whacked by a wave in Two Harbors, MN. Hannah Schwartz (16:38) joined The Lightning Round to compliment Dan’s welcoming nature as a host. Laura Bestul (19:47) makes her Lightning Round Podcast debut and shares a story about swing dancing with Dan. The podcast debuts continue as Kylie Kraemer joins the show (24:26) to discuss Dan’s fall in the campfire and road tripping through Wisconsin. Amanda Oelke (30:53) joins the show to discuss fond memories of visiting Dan in the bay area and him visiting Madison, WI. Joe Sheehan (35:27) shares the story of Dan winning an Emmy for his work on a Flash feature. Rachel Southgate (44:10) joins the program to talk about Dan’s personability at the bars. Osman Mansur (49:04) tells the story of recognizing Dan’s voice all the way across campus. Dillon Bidjou (55:40) hops back on the pod to talk about Dan’s intimidating characteristics. Maddie Catlin (1;01:00) debuts on the podcast and discusses Dan’s beef with brussels sprouts. Rishabh Gupta (1;07:27) joins the podcast to discuss his and Dan’s time working at White Castle and how they were almost college roommates. Jay Schuffenhaur (1;20:50) returns to the podcast to give Dan some pertinent advice for being 22. Alex rounds out the show (1;27:30) with some final memories involving Dan. Intro: “Pantyhose” by TV GirlFrom the Free Music Archive CC BY NC 4.0Outro: “Pantyhose” by TV GirlFrom the Free Music Archive CC BY NC 4.0