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Simple Questions Podcast
by Dylan Carnahan
Simple Questions Podcast is a monthly podcast by Dylan Carnahan featuring experts answering simple questions.
Episodes
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What Is A Common Mycorrhizal Network?
Episode 64: What is a Common Mycorrhizal Network? – features Dr. Jason Hoeksema, a conversation that explores what common mycorrhizal networks are, how large they can grow, and whether they truly benefit the plants they connect. Episode Summary: Dr. Jason Hoeksema is a plant ecologist and…
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How Are High Performers Made?
Episode 63: How Are High Performers Made? – features Dr. Alex Auerbach, exploring the science of how high performers optimize stress, environment, and psychology to deliver consistent results under pressure. Episode Summary: This episode features a conversation with Dr. Alex Auerbach, a…
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What Is Prosopagnosia?
Episode 62: What Is Prosopagnosia? – features Dr. Brad Duchaine, Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Dartmouth College, exploring the science, social impact, and neural mechanisms of face blindness. Episode Summary: This episode features a conversation with Dr. Brad Duchaine, a...
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What Is Morse Code?
Episode 61: What Is Morse Code? – features James Wades, President of the Morse Telegraph Club and Advisor on Steven Spielberg's Lincoln, exploring the language of dots and dashes. Episode Summary: This episode features a conversation with James, an expert in telegraphy and historical…
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What Is Mind-Wandering?
Episode 60: What Is Mind-Wandering? – features Dr. Jonathan Schooler, exploring how the wandering mind shapes creativity, consciousness, and the way we understand attention. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation between Dylan Carnahan and Dr.…
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How Do Jails Work? (United States)
Episode 59: How Do Jails Work? – features David Thaxton, who explores the differences between jails and prisons, the reality of daily operations, and how the justice system can better serve society. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation between…
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What Are Omega-3s?
Episode 58: What Are Omega-3s? – features Dr. Clemens von Schacky, a leading expert in fatty acids and creator of the Omega-3 Index, who shares his insights into omega-3s and how they impact human health. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation…
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How Do Cats Behave?
Episode 57: How Do Cats Behave? – features Dr. Mikel Delgado, a leading cat behavior expert and researcher who shares her insights into the feline mind and how we can better understand our feline companions. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation...
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How Do You Survive Solitary Confinement?
Episode 56: How Do You Survive Solitary Confinement? – features Leon Benson, who shares his journey from wrongful conviction and 10 consecutive years in solitary confinement to eventual exoneration. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation between…
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What Is Good Design?
Episode 55: What Is Good Design? – features Debbie Millman, breaking down good design as intention, effortlessness, and respect for the human experience. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation with Debbie Millman, a designer, author, educator, and…
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What Is Dermatology?
Episode 54: What Is Dermatology? – features board-certified dermatologist Dr. Edidiong Kaminska as she breaks down the most common skin issues, the biggest myths in skin care, and how to build an effective routine backed by science. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast...
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What Is Creatine?
Episode 53: What Is Creatine? – features one of the world’s most published creatine researchers Dr. Richard B. Kreider as he breaks down how creatine actually works, what the research shows, and who benefits most. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a…
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Episodes 40-52: Highlights
Episodes 40-52: Highlights features our best moments from the past year, featuring a world-class expert in behavioral economics, an exoneree, a UFC fighter, a voice actor, a homicide detective, and an open-source creator. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast brings you…
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What Is Peppermint OS?
Episode 52: What Is Peppermint OS? – features Peppermint OS Co-Founder Shane Remington as he shares the story behind building an open source Linux distribution. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation with Shane Remington, co-founder and former COO of...
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What Is Behavioral Economics?
Episode 51: What Is Behavioral Economics? - features renowned behavioral economist Dan Ariely as he unpacks the forces behind our purchasing choices and personal decisions. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation with Dan Ariely, the celebrated...
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How Do You Voice Act?
Episode 50: How Do You Voice Act? - features legendary voice actor Billy West as he shares how he brings animated characters to life, from Fry, Dr. Zoidberg, and Professor Farnsworth in Futurama to Bugs Bunny in the original Space Jam. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast...
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How Are Homicides Investigated?
Episode 49: How Are Homicides Investigated? - has veteran Tulsa homicide detective Sgt. Dave Walker breaking down what really happens after a murder. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Sgt. Dave Walker, a seasoned…
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What Is Speedcubing?
Episode 48: What Is Speedcubing? - has world-record blindfolded solver Tommy Cherry explain how he conquers the standard 3×3×3 cube blindfolded in just 12 seconds. Episode Summary:This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Tommy Cherry, a...
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How Does Bluetooth Work?
Episode 47: How Does Bluetooth Work? – Bluetooth & Wireless Expert Nick Hunn Explains How This Invisible Technology Operates and How It Became Widely Adopted. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Nick Hunn, an award-winning...
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What Are Extreme Overvalued Beliefs?
Episode 46: What Are Extreme Overvalued Beliefs? - has Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Dr. Tahir Rahman, explain how beliefs and not delusions are responsible for attacks. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Dr. Tahir...
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How Do You Become A UFC Fighter?
Episode 45: How Do You Become a UFC Fighter? - features Ultimate Fighting Championship contender, Angela 'Overkill' Hill, as she shares her journey to becoming one of the best female strawweight fighters in UFC history. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a...
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What’s Life Like As A Competitive Eater?
Episode 44: What’s Life Like As A Competitive Eater? - has 15th Ranked Major League Eating competitor George Chiger, explain how he navigates the world of competitive eating. Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and George...
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How Are People Exonerated?
Episode 43: How Are People Exonerated?- features Exoneree Marvin Cotton Jr. sharing his story of being wrongfully imprisoned for 19 years, 7 months, and 12 days for a crime he did not commit. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan…
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What Is Taekwondo?
Episode 42: What Is Taekwondo? features Taekwondo Hall of Fame Inductee Jinsue Park sharing his extensive familial knowledge and experience in Taekwondo. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Jinsue Park, a Grandmaster in...
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What Are Intellectual Property Rights?
Episode 41: What Are Intellectual Property Rights? - features Intellectual Property Rights Lawyer, Karin Coger, explaining trademarks and copyrighting. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Karin Coger, an experienced…
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What Is Rett Syndrome?
Episode 40: What Is Rett Syndrome? - features International Rett Syndrome Foundation (IRSF) Family & Community Engagement Manager, Samantha Brant, sharing her and her daughter Macy's story, along with valuable information about the syndrome. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions...
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Episodes 27-39: Highlights
Episodes 27-39: Highlights features our best moments from the past 13 months with world-class experts—including NYT bestsellers, FBI agents, and Emmy-winning stop-motion animators. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast brings you the best moments from the last 13 episodes....
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What Is Orienteering?
Episode 39: What Is Orienteering? - features World Orienteering Championship Competitor, Tori Borish, sharing her orienteering journey. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Tori Borish, an international orienteering...
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How Are Books Published?
Episode 38: How Are Books Published? - features Author and Book Coach Jennie Nash, who explains the intricacies of the publishing process. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Jennie Nash, an author and book coach. Jennie…
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How Do Memory Champions Train Their Minds?
Episode 37: How Do Memory Champions Train Their Minds? - features 5-time memory champion Nelson Dellis, who shares his insights on how to memorize information. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Nelson Dellis, a 5-time…
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How Was The Unabomber Investigated?
Episode 36: How was the Unabomber Investigated? - features Retired FBI Section Chief, Tom Nunemaker, who reveals details about the UNABOM investigation. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Tom Nunemaker, who retired after...
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What's The Story Behind The Original Cowboy Boot?
Episode 35: What’s The Story Behind The Original Cowboy Boot? - features Hyer Boots CEO, Zach Lawless, who shares his family’s legacy. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Zach Lawless, the great-great-grandson of C.H.…
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What Is A Death Doula?
Episode 34: What Is A Death Doula? - features Experienced Death Doula, Kacie Gikonyo, discussing her role in end-of-life care. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Kacie Gikonyo, a dedicated death doula who provides…
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What's It Like To Be An FBI Agent?
Episode 33: What’s It Like To Be An FBI Agent? - features Former Special Agent, Donald Albracht, discussing his time in the FBI. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Donald Albracht, a distinguished former FBI Special Agent...
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How Do You Start Baking?
Episode 32: How Do You Start Baking? - features New York Times Bestselling Author, Erin Jeanne McDowell, who describes how you can start baking. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Erin Jeanne McDowell, an accomplished…
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What Is Visual Snow Syndrome?
Episode 31: What Is Visual Snow Syndrome? - features VSS Advocate, Paul Domb, explaining the work the Visual Snow Initiative has accomplished. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Paul Domb, the father of Sierra Domb, a...
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What Is The Enneagram?
Episode 30: What Is The Enneagram? - features New York Times Bestselling Author, Susan Piver, explaining the enneagram system. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Susan Piver, a distinguished author known for her…
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What Is It Like To Be A Fighter Pilot?
Episode 29: What Is It Like To Be A Fighter Pilot? - features Veteran fighter pilot, Kurt Dittmer, offering a glimpse into the extraordinary lives of our aviation heroes. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Kurt Dittmer, a...
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What Is Stop Motion Animation?
Episode 28: What Is Stop Motion Animation? - has Threadwood Award-Winning Animators, Alexis Deprey & Scott DaRos, speaking about the creative process and techniques involved in crafting stop motion animation. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion...
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What Challenges Do Entrepreneurs Face?
Episode 27: What Challenges Do Entrepreneurs Face? - has Zohr Founder, Komal Choong, speaking about starting a business. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Komal, a remarkable individual who has made a name for herself as...
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Episodes 14-26: Highlights
Episodes 14-26: Highlights - a power-packed compilation of our recent best moments! Episode Summary: This episode features a highlight from the last 13 episodes of the Simple Questions Podcast. You will hear condensed bite-sized highlights from a variety of topics such as negotiation and…
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How Do You Care For Houseplants?
Episode 26: How Do You Care for Houseplants? - has houseplant expert, Jane Perrone, recommending ways you can keep your plants healthy. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Jane Perrone, a talented individual who has...
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What Is Aphantasia?
Episode 25: What Is Aphantasia? - features the Co-Founder of the Aphantasia Network, Tom Ebeyer, explaining how people are unable to form mental images. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Tom Ebeyer, one of the original…
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How Do You Negotiate?
Episode 24: How Do You Negotiate? - has Former Hostage Negotiator & The Black Swan Group Instructor, Sandy Hein, teach you powerful negotiation techniques. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Sandy Hein, a former hostage...
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How Do Ants Live?
Episode 23: How Do Ants Live? - has Stanford PhD student, Mila Pamplona, take you on a journey into the fascinating world of ants. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Mila Pamplona, a Stanford PhD student who has studied…
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What Are The Benefits Of Cultivated Meat?
Episode 22: What Are The Benefits Of Cultivated Meat? - has Bioprocessing Senior Scientist & Founder of Allied Scholars for Animal Protection, Dr. Faraz Harsini, describe how lab-grown meat can change the future. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion...
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What Is Lucid Dreaming?
Episode 21: What Is Lucid Dreaming? - has co-author of A Field Guide to Lucid Dreaming, Jared Chiang-Zeizel, describing what lucid dreaming is. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Jared Chiang-Zeizel, co-author of A Field...
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How Do You Tell A Good Story?
Episode 20: How Do You Tell A Good Story? - has Author and 57-time Moth StorySLAM Champion, Matthew Dicks, explain ways you can improve your storytelling. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Matthew Dicks, an…
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How Is A Cause Of Death Determined?
Episode 19: How Is A Cause Of Death Determined? - has Chief Medical Examiner, Dr. Diane Peterson, detailing the process for finding a cause of death. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Dr. Diane Peterson, the Chief…
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How Are Weather Forecasts Made?
Episode 18: How Are Weather Forecasts Made? - has KSHB 41 Chief Meteorologist & Weather2020 Founder, Gary Lezak, explain how we predict the weather. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Gary Lezak, a meteorologist with over...
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Simple Questions Podcast is a monthly podcast by Dylan Carnahan featuring experts answering simple questions.
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