5 Random Questions

This week on 5 Random Questions, podcaster and geeky dad Jon Powell tells us about riding his elephant to the taco drive-thru, what devious prank he'd play on his daughter, how to spend a million dollars, and more.Answering the questions this week: Jonathan PowellJonathan is the co-host of the Time Pals podcast, where four geeky dads squander their mid life crises by diving headfirst into the best, worst, and weirdest corners of geek culture. He spent 10 years working as a Silicon Valley corporate drone, before he left to work for a local school district so he could impact his community as opposed to a CEO's wallet. He loves video games and pop culture in most forms, and his happy place is sitting by the fire pit with a book and cooking something on the smoker or grill.Jonathan's Website@timepalspodcast on InstagramFurther reading for this episodeCONCERTS | MONSTERS OF ROCKRushCon 2026 Toronto | Rush Fan Convention & EventsAnika Nilles - Rush drummerQueen - Don't Stop Me Now (Official Video) - YouTube5 Random Questions is an entertainment podcast brought to you by Danny Brown.If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a review and let other potential listeners know why they might want to check the podcast out.And if you have friends that would enjoy the show, tell them they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, as well as their preferred podcast app, or online at 5 Random Questions.Winner of the Best Interview Podcast at the 2025 Ear Worthy Podcast Awards.All questions provided by ConversationStarters.Products I Use for 5 Random QuestionsNote: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.My equipment:RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser micRodecaster Pro II audio production studioSony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor HeadphonesElgato Wave Mic Arm Low ProfileRecommended resources:Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetizationKit email marketingBoomcaster remote recording and live streamingHindenburg Pro recording and editingAuphonic AI assistant for audio post production

This week on 5 Random Questions, podcaster and improv comedian Kevin Ryan expands on why Santa needs to be kidnapped, why his fiancee would go to war with Australia, his beef with elephants, and more.Answering the questions this week: Kevin RyanKevin Ryan is the host of the Tyrant In Training podcast which is an improv comedy podcast where creative guests live out their power fantasies. Every week, Kevin is joined by a new guest to find out exactly what kind of absolute ruler they’d be if they were given total control of their very own country. Kevin is also a regular on the actual play Alien RPG podcast Facehuggers and Friends as the chain smoking, dedicated employee of Weyland-Yutani Tamura Lucky Saburo. Finally, Kevin is the spirit human to most animalsKevin's Website@kevryanperson on InstagramKevin on YouTubeFurther reading for this episodeFacehuggers and Friends: An Alien RPG | Podcast on SpotifyBalderdash The Hilarious Bluffing Game 1995 Edition, Board GamesShen Yun Official SiteWelcome to The Friendship Bench | raising awareness around youth mental healthMeta and YouTube found liable in social media addiction trialThe Tragically HipRunrig | Official WebsiteAslan - InstagramRoachford Cuddly Toy Original Video - YouTubeAqua - Doctor Jones - YouTubeElon Musk new haircut - Who's gonna tell him : r/Productivitycafe on RedditMichael D. Higgins | Biography, Facts, Party, & Age | BritannicaDumb-Dumbs and Dice | An Actual Play D&D Podcast and TTRPG Network5 Random Questions is an entertainment podcast brought to you by Danny Brown.If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a review and let other potential listeners know why they might want to check the podcast out.And if you have friends that would enjoy the show, tell them they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, as well as their preferred podcast app, or online at 5 Random Questions.Winner of the Best Interview Podcast at the 2025 Ear Worthy Podcast Awards.All questions provided by ConversationStarters.Products I Use for 5 Random QuestionsNote: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.My equipment:RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser micRodecaster Pro II audio production studioSony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor HeadphonesElgato Wave Mic Arm Low ProfileRecommended resources:Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetizationKit email marketingBoomcaster remote recording and live streamingHindenburg Pro recording and editingAuphonic AI assistant for audio post production