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Mark Explains [the universe]
by Mark Shortt
A PodCast for those who have questions about everything! Mark Shortt is the host, recovering post-evangelical, US Military Veteran, crossfit enthusiast, current scientist, professional donut consumer.
Episodes
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59: Jesse DeLavern
Some might call it fate, others might call it coincidence, but meeting Jesse & Rachel a month ago was pure magic. I'm humbled to call them friends. Name is Jesse Delavern and love all things fitness. I worked In The fitness industry for 9 years before starting my professional career in medical...
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58: Muscle Man Music Co.
Muscle Man Music Company is the brain child of two fitness enthusiasts who had a great conversation over too many beers that had evolved into the grassroots company of fun it is today. Specializing in fitness festivals and nonprofit events, DJ Rhabdo and MC Hammercurl want to help make these…
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57: Myles Barlow
Had a great conversation with my good friend Myles Barlow. Myles is a Veteran, and 4th year Medical Student at MSUCOM *All music scored by host or royalty free* Please contact us with any questions, or just to say hi! [email protected] IG: @Mark.Explains FB: @markexplainspodcast
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56: Corey Baker
I was honored this week to sit down with my old friend Corey Baker as we had an incredible conversation about his views on life. Corey is a husband, father, dad, cubs fan and former pastor. He currently works as a transformation coach dedicated to helping people that want to reinvent themselves....
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55: The Ethics of Dying - Tom Fifer
My dear friend Tom Fifer joins me on this interesting episode where we discuss life and death, and all the things in between. Please note, this is a heavier podcast, do what you need to do to feel safe, or reach out to us if you need help or support. We are all in this together. *All music scored...
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54: Nate & Brandie Roberts
World travelers and outdoor enthusiasts, Brandie (38) and Nate (44), get in their feels as they prepare for the most foreign and adventurous journey they've ever embarked: parenthood. From symptoms, hormone driven emotions and childhood backstories this couple explores their hopes for their…
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53: Nicole Dreon & Lucie Ptasznik
Nicole studied psychology because humans and their behavior fascinate her and she wanted to better understand herself. This was the beginning of a lifelong adventure of self-discovery which led to travel worldwide. Wherever Nicole goes she finds herself in interesting conversations with others.…
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52: Duke Potts
Duke is such a dear friend that I met not too long ago riding horses in the mountains of Idaho. We got to sit down at Black Iron Coffee Roasters for this conversation. Duke represents humanity so well, I was humbled to share this space over coffee. Duke Potts is a private chef and host of “Duke’s...
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Eric Wotring
Father, scientist, and volleyball player, Eric believes that the truth usually lies right in the middle of the two extremes. Listen to those that have opposing views and challenge your own beliefs. *All music scored by host or royalty free* Please contact us with any questions, or just to say hi!...
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ArtPrize 2022: Tate VerDuin & Jenn Vanderpl
Perennial guests Amnestie Lillian Tate VerDuin and Jenn Vanderploeg join me in a special episode highlighting each of their pieces in this ArtPrize 2022. Gateway in the Garden (by Amnestie): "I want to create a large-scale woodcut featuring floral elements, botanical plants, animals, pollinators,...
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Jason Williams & Julie Lynn
Julie joins us again as we sit down with one of my greatest friends and talk about politics, student loans, fitness, nutrition, and just about everything else. Jason has degrees in Human Resources management and nursing. He is a nurse manager at a rehab facility in East Lansing, MI. His interests...
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Kelly Carbary
My dear friend Kelly Carbary is a 16-year Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG) veteran who has now begun a different path in her military career. In 2006 Kelly enlisted as an army supply specialist and transitioned to the dark side to become an army commissioned officer in 2010; commissioning…
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Julie Lynn
Julie Lynn is a Michigan native, current Chicago resident, and a long time friend of mine. It was an absolute blast having Julie return to the podcast as we talk about the list of questions I have compiled for doing podcast with strangers. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did *All...
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Dr. Ayda Alavi
Ayda is a Resident Pediatrician, Michigan native and recent transplant to Santa Barbara, CA. She is the daughter of Iranian immigrants, a fitness fanatic, and has an intense drive for adventure in life... especially roller blading! You can find her on Instagram @alalayda *All music scored by host...
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Benjamin Schartow
In this episode, a great friend of mine Ben Schartow sat down with me and we got to discuss some of the deep philosophical questions regarding faith and those who hold those questions deeply. This was a conversation I'm so honored to have recorded, as we navigated some dense conversation.…
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Terrence O’Neil
I got to sit down with one of my best friends Terrence O'Neil and we talked about all things real estate and fitness. Terrence has been in Real Estate since Jan 2018. When he isn’t helping clients buy or sell you can find him working out, and coaching CrossFit at Rogue River CF in Rockford, MI.…
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Roe vs. Wade
Mark & Ashlen talk about the leaked supreme court document which discusses the overturning of Roe vs. Wade. TW: Rape, incest *All music scored by host or royalty free* Please contact us with any questions, or just to say hi! [email protected] IG: @Mark.Explains FB: @markexplainspodcast
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Deborah Mitchell
Deb has been a great friend of mine for the past decade. From Deb: "They call me Big D or DLove. Lover of women…. Seeker of truth and justice, fighting for equality in a country built to strive from inequality But seriously Deborah Mitchell. Married to the most amazing woman LeChele Parris with...
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Andy Bailey
My good friend Andy Bailey joins me for a couple hours of complete nonsense, and I couldn't be more thankful for the dialog. Guaranteed to be a great time. *All music scored by host or royalty free* Please contact us with any questions, or just to say hi! [email protected] IG…
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Matt Beal
We are just so honored to have our good friend Matt Beal back on the show to continue these conversations around Mental Health. Matthew S. Beal is a Ph.D. candidate in practical theology at Boston University School of Theology and a licensed psychotherapist with experience in crisis counseling,...
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Chase Smith & Tom Fifer
How would humanity respond if we found proof of Aliens beyond Earth? This is the topic of conversation today as 2 of my great friends Chase Smith and Tom Fifer join me to dive into some great questions. We talk about the latest science in astronomy and astrophysics, and also how to view our faith...
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Mark Gets a Vasectomy
Mark and Ash talk about how Mark just got a vasectomy. As well as Cobra Kai, and simulation theory and a dozen other ridiculous things. You can find this episode of Mark Explains Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you normally listen to your podcasts. *Please be advised, there is some…
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Mental Health Series Part 1 - What are We Confusing for Nourishment
It's been on our hearts for a while to release a series on Mental Health, but this is also a topic that is naturally quite sensitive in nature. We aren't sure how many episodes will be incorporated in this series, but as we move forward, we want to bring to light the things that live in the dark....
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The Rittenhouse Effect - Tom Fifer
Do any of us truly have cognitive autonomy? In this past week, the US was yet again divided strongly over the verdict of Kyle Rittenhouse. This polarizing news almost forced every American to choose a side: either he was using self-defense and this showed the justice system works, or this was the...
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Natural Medicine - Sam Taggar & Jared Coleman
The universe is so wild. I met Sam through the TURO app renting a car from him out in San Diego, which led us to super interesting conversations, and naturally we had to do a podcast while I was out there. And it was even more radically eye-opening than I could have imagined. He introduced me to...
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Crossover Podcast - Unravelling Podcast - The Night I lost God
It was such an honor of mine to be able to sit in on the Unravelling Podcast with Tom and Pete a few weeks ago. The conversation goes in a bunch of directions, but this was by far one of the best conversations about some dense topics revolving around church and faith. Go check out Unravelling…
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The Paranormal - Special Halloween Episode
What are ghosts? Can they hurt you? Is the paranormal experience real? In this Halloween special, we get to talk to 2 experts in the field of paranormal activity, Julie Rathsack and Nate Roberts. Both have extensive experience in paranormal investigations as well as numerous stories that are…
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Lessons from horses - Jenn Vanderploeg
Jenn is a great friend of mine that I met a few months back and is just such an interesting person. The conversation gets really fun when she starts talking about the life lessons she's learned as an equestrian from all of her encounters with horses over the years. Such a great conversation. You...
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Beercast Series - We are empty space - With Tom Fifer
This was by far one of the most fascinating conversations I've had in a long time. I got to sit down with a great friend of mine Tom Fifer, who is a former pastor, now current bartender/barista/fitness coach/podcaster. We sit down at Elk Brewing in Grand Rapids, MI and dive DEEP into the...
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Vaccines & Abortions & Afghanistan &...
Mark and Ashlen are joined in this fun episode by good friend Andy Bailey once again for an episode where we all talk about all the controversial stuff going on in the news currently, and pull to the surface the facts, some truth, and ultimately what's most important. Please subscribe to this...
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BeerCast Series - Art Prize with Amnestie VerDuin
This is a series I've been wanting to do for a while now, where I get to sit down at a bar with some of the most interesting people I've ever met and they let me pick their brain on the things they're passionate about and their life experiences. I'm SOO pumped to be kicking off the BeerCast...
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The Darkest Moment
We're back! And with a new Logo! Mark and Ashlen talk about the darkest moment in Ash's life. Please subscribe to this podcast and give us a review!! We would greatly appreciate it!! *Please be advised, there is some language in this episode that some might find offensive (but we don't)* *All…
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Mama Can You Hear Me
I lost my mom just over a month ago to cancer. It was 10 weeks from the time she found the bump on the back of her head until she passed. I haven't had the words or space to share much about this, or the ability to process as it's been so much. This episode, I get to honor my mom. I had the...
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Cobra Kai, Psychedelics, and Cancer
Mark and Ashlen sit down and talk about whatever is on their mind in this episode which was honestly one of our favorites to record! Please subscribe to this podcast and give us a review!! We would greatly appreciate it!! *Please be advised, there is some language in this episode that some might...
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The Ozarks
A short 8 minute reading by Mark. Please subscribe to this podcast and give us a review!! We would greatly appreciate it!! *Please be advised, there is some language in this episode that some might find offensive (but we don't)* *This podcast does not own or claim to own the rights to "Nothing it...
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Are we living in The Matrix?
We welcome back to the show Andy Bailey for this crazy episode diving into the fundamental dynamics and brevity of human existence... or is it all just a simulation? Please subscribe to this podcast and give us a review!! We would greatly appreciate it!! *Please be advised, there is some language...
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2020 Holy Sh*t
Season 2! Welcome back everyone! We get to recap 2020 and all the ridiculousness of the past 365 days. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to this podcast and give us a review!! We would greatly appreciate it!! *Please be advised, there is some language in this episode that some might find...
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The Uncensored Christian Part 5 - Rachel Elery
I get to sit down with one of my favorite humans on this earth, Rachel Elery as she shares her story of the construction and deconstruction of her faith. This is a story that is so unique, so incredibly special, Rachel is a person of depth and density, and I'm just so thankful we get to hear her...
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Chapter 20 - I. Am. Enough.
Podcast co-host Mark shares some tough news and tells some vulnerable stories about his past on this episode. Thanks to co-host Ashlen and his wife Jessica for joining on this podcast. Please subscribe to this bi-weekly podcast and give us a review!! We would greatly appreciate it!! *Please be...
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Chapter 19 - Pride (LGBTQ) Month w/ Robert Ramon and Lauren Kuiper
We are so humbled to have Robert and Lauren on this episode. Robert shares his story, and talks about life growing up as a gay youth in a small town. Please subscribe to this bi-weekly podcast and give us a review!! We would greatly appreciate it!! *Please be advised, there is some language in…
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Episode 18 - I Run (special episode)
In this short 4.5 min special episode, I reflect on this special day in my life. Spend 4.5 mins of your day and listen in on this. You won't regret it. *All music scored by host or royalty free* Please contact Mark with any questions, or just to say hi! [email protected] IG: @Mark.Explains...
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Chapter 17 - The Uncensored Christian [Part 4] w/ Toni Inskeep
On this episode, our dear friend Toni Inskeep shares her incredible story. Julie Lynn also joins us for this conversation. A deep thank you to both of these humans for giving their time, and to Toni for her rawness and vulnerability in sharing her story. Please subscribe to this bi-weekly podcast...
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Chapter 16 - Motivational [Wednesday] w/ Justin Bizzarro
I got to be the guest on Justin and the Food Entrepreneurs Podcast and wanted to share how fun this episode was to record. Justin is an incredible human, making people better through food and his love for the food industry. So a HUGE thanks for letting me join you in this episode. This was a...
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Chapter 15 - Colorado
Mark tells his story about his life out in Colorado, and his transition back to Michigan. Please subscribe to this bi-weekly podcast and give us a review!! We would greatly appreciate it!! *Please be advised, there is some language in this episode that some might find offensive (but we don't)*…
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Episode 14 - Water: The Hidden Crisis - With Kyle Whitcroft & Jay Hocking
On today's show, we have Kyle Whitcroft, who is the Special Events Manager at Water Mission in South Carolina. They are doing a fundraiser in Charleston, SC on March 30th 2018 called Walk For Water and can be found here. Their website is https://watermission.org/ and you can reach Kyle at...
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Episode 13 - The Multiverse - With Andy Bailey
The Multiverse and all its complexities, that's what we are talking about on today's episode. We get to chat with a great friend of ours, Andy Bailey. He has such a great mind for things like these, I know you're going to love this hysterical and dense conversation today. Please subscribe to this...
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Episode 12 - Love Thy Neighbor - With Danny Prada & Toni Inskeep
On today’s podcast, we are talking all about Self Love and how important it is to first love ourselves. We get to chat with 2 great friends of ours, the first is an old friend of the show, Danny Prada who actually was on the very first episode titled “when it all falls apart”. He is a pastor of a...
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Episode 11 - [Entrepreneurs] with Justin Bizarro and No Toes Nick
Today’s episode is quite a bit different from our typical layout. Today we are talking with 2 great friends of mine and entrepreneurs right here in the Denver area. This podcast will not have the feel that the other ones do, I wanted to keep these conversations as raw and real as I could. So they...
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Episode 10 - Home [orbital perspective]
Happy New Year!! We took a short break for the holiday, but we're back with arguably one of our favorite discussions to date. In this one, we discuss the fragility of this beautiful oasis we live on, as we push to flip our perspective from inward, to outward. We talk about planet earth, and how…
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Episode 9 - Multilevel Christianity Part 2
Ashlen, Lauren Kuiper and Julie Lynn join me again in this episode as they help me co-host this part 2 of Multilevel Christianity. In this one, we dive into why individuals get sucked into those Multilevel Marketing schemes, and why those individuals are also likely from a religious background of...
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