PODCAST · fiction
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
by Mark R. Root, Sr.
Two overgrown teenagers chit-chat about food, relationships, entertainment, the paranormal, and why someone would use "chit-chat" in a podcast description.
Episodes
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Middle School Dance, There Is Still No Forgiveness
It's viral! That doesn't sound good, from a medical point of reference, but . . . from a snacking point of reference, it's pretty tasty! "I'm surprised that you even own anything like this." The loneliness of being unable to forgive. "There are people that I haven't forgiven for decades. I don't...
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Eat the Brown Snow
"It's de-fluffing as we speak" The main ingredient of our granita dessert-type snack is: Corn! Mark's final parking ticket update. "You have to pay it, before you can contest it." Their refund, is a much-delayed different story. How do you correct someone who is "axing" for your support? Can you...
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For the Love of LeAnne
Sweet potato gooey cake for the snack. Grief Brain! Other names for it: Prolonged grief disorder, or complicated grief. Jana lost her oldest sister, just weeks after losing her mother. We share stories of our road trip to the funeral in Northern California, and the wonderful loving family that…
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Everything's a Spectrum
Mysterious rope candy. "It smells like plastic!" "I want to pecker up more, Mark!" Is narcissism a spectrum, too? "Quit lookin' at me!" A tale of two clients. "You know, she was tall. I may have needed a ladder to get up in there." In Paranormal Corner: Hauntings from the 1800s
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The Ambivert/Omnivert Spectrum
Pepperidge Farms remembers . . . Pumpkin Spice "Nothin' like a tampon in the mouth." Ambivert/Omnivert, what are the nuances? " . . . ambiverts have . . . a Morton's toe . . . " The S.S. Lurline artifact. Odd signs your loved ones are near. "They're on a unicycle blowing on a horn."
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Focus on Just the Pink Part
Fourth time recycled ice cream? A little bit of politics, a lot of corruption! Self-Reliance leads to emotional isolation? How birds are omens. "Imagine how sore your pecker would be."
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A Batch of This and That
Summer snack hack: Foccacia in a crockpot. This 'n' That, including: Deceptive Republicans Pee string removal saga (revisited) Bathing in the gutter HVAC woes in California Third World sidewalk restaurants Haunted art in Paranormal Corner.
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We Remember Mama
Two versions of Georgia Cracker Salad for the snack. Jana's wonderful mother has recently passed, and we thought we would do a tribute show. Jana shares many aspects of her mom, as we reminisce about a few things, and discuss some of the aspects of clearing things up after a life well lived.…
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UAPs and Psychology
Balsamic tartness for the snack! "I'm a simple man." The human story behind UAPs. Has psychology remained on the sidelines? "That was my nickname in high school . . . " "The Red Scare?" "And, the asteroid that came from Colon." Suffolk Haunted Hotels.
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Relationship Inertia
Pickle lemonade chips and probiotic soda! "Jana has a lot of drinks before the show." Poor people being poor people. Yes, Mark is being judgemental (again). Relationship inertia. What IS that? "I love when you come up and squeeze my butt cheek . . . " Astral projection.
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Trusting Singles . . . or, Trust and Singles
Dubai-style chocolate balls! "Don't mash your garbanzos too often . . . " Mark checks out the Mormon dating scene by attending the Southern California LDS Singles Conference . . . and gives his review. "You never get a second chance to make a First Impression." "Trust is built before it's…
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Reiki & Past Life Regression
The Peach Muddles are back! So is Terianne Freeman. When she was first on our show, we talked about her paranormal experiences as a nurse. This time, we delve more into her lifestyle and practice as a Reiki Master and hypnotherapist. What's a Reki Master? Listen in and find out . . .
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Strippers: Coco Lopez and Peaches
Mark was COMPLETELY wrong . . . on his guess for the snack song! Cheech-us! Racism double standard. 50s relationships predict how your 80s will be. Reiki: What is it?
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Return to Witch . . . House
Candy bar pudding. "I'm not gonna take it all off, . . . I barely know you." A special extended Paranormal Corner, featuring a return to Jaquie's house for another investigation, with some extras guests along for the ride. This is not our normal show, but a rough example of the steps of what...
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Wait, Are We Recording Right Now?
It's mystery ice cream time! Is it better to HAVE more, or BE more? Wrapping up a few loose threads . . . Poltergeist at The Manor?
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Janatized™ Tomato Pie
A collaborative snack! "I just gave her salsa . . . Ikea style." How can you tell it's REAL love? Chase Bank blows! More skeptics converted by their paranormal experience.
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Shakespeare . . . Kick in the rear!
Recycled ice cream: The Final Chapter. Mark's SO mad at his dad, . . . still! The mysterious Shakespeare. Reading the tea leaves.
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Eeny, Meeny, Minor, MOHS
Are you jelly? We have some specialty for the snack! The subtle signs of flirting. Correct, or not? There's a hole in Mark's head. Ganzfeld Experiment, Part II . . . What do YOU hear?
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Common Law Graduate
Oui, oui, for the snack! Love and the 777 Rule. What's the big deal? It's only 6th grade! Malibu fire update. Three thefts right in front of Mark. Fantomes, revenants, esprits, spectres, . . . French ghosts.
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Subtle But Powerful Micro-Gratitude
A fantastic Janatized™ ice cream creation! What is a "micro-gratitude"? Fast food kid's meal report. Who will win? Mork calling Orbson, Mork calling Orbson.
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Little Crustini and The Ganzfeld Experiment
A Taste of Honey . . . Janatized™. Ticketed in Paris? The emotional effects from the songs in your teens. A test run. We tried The Ganzfeld Experiment . . . One of us took a nap . . .
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The Goose Drank Wine
One chip, two chip, garbage dip, new chip. Examining the 3-6-9- Theory of relationships. Mark's biopsy result and more medical confusion. Exposing a fraudulent political mailer. Magic mirrors in Paranormal Corner.
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Mark's Bloody Knob
Cherries in the Jar-O. Mark's knobby head, and the extent of navigating medical coverage for it. Why do some people seem to "click"? Instant Connections. Ghost ships in Paranormal Corner, . . . will The Curse of the Black Pearl come up?
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What's Your Name, Again?
Juicin' it up for the snack. We play a listener call about our Bigfoot episode, and share a completely unrelated ridiculous email story. Forgetting names doesn't mean you're an idiot, . . . Maybe. Is it Meta/Facebook/Instagram that is harming the young people? Hospice nurses may have a direct…
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Why Do You Dr. Phil Me Up?
What's in a name? Is the expensive ice cream bar a fad, or worth every penny? Are YOU smart? Are WE smart? We have six signs that you may be extra smart, . . . maybe . . . What's the deal with Dr. Phil? Mark has a few stories. In Paranormal Corner, we explore why kids have a tendency to be more...
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Omlette You Know If I Like The Snack.
It's an egg-citing snack that we made together, plus Mark's homegrown salsa to top it off. Do women really seek divorce more than men? Cruel kids (including Mark) nickname a fellow student after a candy bar . . . The final chapter of reports of what made people believers in the paranormal.
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Adjust Your . . . PICKer!
Old school recipe for the snack. Is there a science to marriage? We actually saw . . . Melania! Are we all born with the same options? Skeptics in Paranormal Corner.
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We Da-Did Run Run Run
Razzle-Dazzle for the snack. Mark's neighbor's music is just too damn loud (again)! Shawn Cassidy has his voice back, Jana back, and Mark tagged along. The Hinterkaifeck murders is a spine chilling story.
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When You're The Best . . . Psychic of Long Island
Psychic Medium Leah Claire returns for a special show focusing on remote viewing (well, at least we were somewhat trying to focus on one subject), and celebrating her recent rating as the Best Psychic on Long Island. Mark had a lot of questions about connecting with the spirit realm, and Leah...
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A Tale of Two Candidates
A simple, but loving snack of . . . "squidberry"? Mark wants to know: Who is the REAL conservative? And why does he care, if he cannot vote for them? Jana has a surprising list of countries you can travel to for $1,500 . . . ALL INCLUSIVE! Paranormal Corner: Summoning a ghost that doesn't exist.
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One Giant Step For Bigfoot
After snacking on the natural things that a legendary forest creature would, we welcome our in-studio guest, George Walker, who is not an expert, but . . . a Bigfoot enthusiast. Not only has he had a lifelong fascination with the sunk ape, but he has actually traveled the country following in the…
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Document, Document, Document . . . Documentary
Elvis' favorite snack? Chairman of the Dull Men's Club, or Meticulous Master of the Mundane? Melania: Manipulated, or masterful? Return to Jaquie's house for . . . something extra?
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It May Get A Little Floofy In Here . . .
In this special extended edition episode, Mark and Jana pay a visit to Jaquie, one of Jana's neighbors, who also has a vintage house that is . . . haunted. With their specialty instruments, they conduct a paranormal investigation in near real-time (very little editing) in order to preserve the…
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Just Hold On . . . for (Practically) One More Day!
Jana created a fancy viral dessert for the snack! (Wait, that's not worded correctly . . . It's not the dessert that is viral, but it WENT viral on social media) Is sex appeal a science? A billion dollar company just can't give Mark a little bit . . . of anything! Skeptics converted in Paranormal...
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Ya Know What I Mean, Vert?
Mark brought homemade ice cream! Jana wants to know, what kind of "vert" are you? Mark recalls an episode of bullying. How to open, and close, your communication . . . with the spirit world.
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Fair, or Unfair? Kidnapping Coverage v. Bad Bunny
Taking the snack cues from viral videos. This & That: Kidnapping Coverage v. Bad Bunny Tips on keeping lively conversations. Talking about The Devil's Triangle brings something into the studio with us!
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Booger Wooger Boogie Boy
Homemade ice cream from Jana! Take your pick: Jana digs in for some . . . Booger Talk. Mark escaped what could have been a defining moment. Result of a paranormal investigation at The Manor.
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Legend, or Just Plain Ol' Talented and Famous?
Two ingredient viral cheesecake? Is every celebrity who dies "iconic"? All the world is . . . stages. Time to get Ganzo in Paranormal Corner.
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Don't Engage, Except If It's Shaun Cassidy
DOUGH! Jana's new recipe homemade bread is the snack. Mark attends the "Make Heaven Crowded" tour kick-off, featuring Erica Kirk. Jana checks off a bucket list item. New mysterious noises at the manor in Paranormal Corner. Put in your earbuds and turn it up!
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Hold Me Closer Tiny Z
What IS a mock cinnamon roll? Can Jana teach Mark how to stop an argument? Mark shares a True Hollywood Story that's difficult to read. Jana preps us on the Christmas gift Mark got her, rubber gloves, and her "Shock Rocket"!
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Famous Last Words
Mark and Jana dive into a tasty new episode with a rich, fudgy experimental snack that’s pure chocolate heaven. Mark stumps us again with more iconic songs where the title isn’t in the lyrics at all—can you guess them? Jana shares surprising insights into what your showering style reveals about...
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Cozy Cocoa, Cautionary Tales, and Clair Everything
Warm up with Mark and Jana as we kick off with a cozy debate: chocolate peanut butter hot cocoa—weird combo or surprisingly delicious? Jana shares a cautionary post-Christmas story that is an important heads-up about the latest gift card scams. Mark asks: have you ever signed a political…
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Sipping Tea & Spilling Truth: A Softer Start to the New Year
Mark and Jana sip loose-leaf tea (leaves included!) while ditching rigid New Year’s resolutions for a gentler vibe: staying open to whatever possibilities come your way. Mark confesses and asks —do you ever secretly hope certain relationships flop? In Paranormal Corner, we try reading those...
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From Souffle To Santa: Kicking The Grinch Out This Christmas
Kick off the holidays with Mark and Jana in this heartwarming and whimsical Christmas episode! We start with a delicious dive into carrot soufflé (yes, really!), which sparks joyful memories of Christmas as kids versus the hustle of adult holidays. Discover simple ways to recapture that wide-eyed...
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Elevate Your Retirement: More Astute Tips from Jason Galardy
He's back! Jana and Mark welcome returning guest Jason Galardy, VP of Finance at Nettworth Financial Group, for a deeper dive into retirement planning. Jason shares more in-depth, astute insights on advanced investing, smart money moves, and securing your dream retirement. Essential expert advice...
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A Dill-ightfully Strange Episode
Jana and Mark kick things off by slurping some dill pasta! Jana drops mind-blowing “wait, that actually happened?” history facts (Part 1), Mark demands satisfaction via the sacred art of More Cowbell, and in Paranormal Corner, we unpack allegedly haunted objects and youbmight want to sage your...
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Strudel, Love Signs and Doorstep Drama
Mark and Jana kick off with warm apple strudel, Jana drops science-backed signs you’re in a truly happy relationship, Mark battles door-to-door sales warriors (and maybe loses?), then Paranormal Corner goes full lunar with the wildest Full Moon Chronicles yet. Love, pastries, and moonlit mayhem…
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Search For The Spirits Of Doble
Mark, Jana, and special guest Anelle fuel up with Pumpkin Cream Cinnamon Rolls, then head back to the ghost town of Doble, CA. This time: dowsing rods, grounding, and a mission to find the town’s original hidden cemetery. The rods cross, the energy shifts; did the dead say hello?
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Ring My Bell, Speak My Love Language
We launch with fall-flavored brown-butter-sage popcorn that tastes like a cozy sweater in a bowl. Mark demands more cowbell (yes, really), Jana schools us on love languages, and Paranormal Corner drops fresh haunted-manor audio/video that’ll make your popcorn levitate.
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Pearing Back Your Posts. (Ep:47)
Jana and Mark kick off with a zesty snack of orange and pepper-dusted pears, sparking a lively vibe. Jana dives into why oversharing on social media might be riskier than you think, dropping practical tips to keep your digital life in check. Mark brings the fun with a music quiz that’ll test your...
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