Why Not?

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Why Not?

Why Not?Why Not a Podcast?Why Not Now?Why Not us?Meet Stephen & Summer, the dynamic duo behind Why Not? the podcast that feels like a warm hug from two friends who've been through it all together. Raised in the same small town, Home to the Basketball Hall of Fame, Stephen & Summer's paths converged in the most unexpected of places—the Marine Corps, thousands of miles away from the familiar streets they once called home. Their camaraderie didn’t start right away, but when it started it took off. They discovered shared passions for cinema, TV shows, and the absurdity of navigating adulthood. Picture this: two friends far from their roots, huddled around a makeshift podcasting setup, trading stories of their day-to-day adventures and mishaps.Why Not? is more than just a podcast; it's a ticket to an hour-long escape from the chaos of everyday life. Stephen & Summer bring a refreshing blend of humor, insight, and genuine friendship to the table. Each episode is a lively exploration of

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    201 - Stay Scheming

    Gang this week we're back going over things from what we been up to, to what wildlife we've had come visit us in our homes with the different locations were in, to what we're cooking up to transition to in our professional lives. These are exciting times we are living in and we couldn't be happier to share them with a'll every step of the way. You're hearing it here first. Appreciate and love all the support! - @Why_Not_The_Podcast

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    200 - New Standards

    for Episode 200 the gang gets together to discuss the new USMC height and weight standards that play into Summers favor and make Stephen feel fat, only off by 1 inch.. sonofabi... We also touch on lifes most important lessons, take corrections on the shins and keep it moving thats life baby, Stephen also leaves it of with a big announcement for the podcast and our community, we love y'all! See ya next week! .. damn can you believe it? 200 episodes is WILD.

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    199 - Whale diet

    This week the gang is back together after a few weeks of much needed time with the significant others and happy to be sharing what we've been up to with all of you, we look forward to recording like most look forward to vacation so if you've been missing us know we've been missing each other and recording so its always coming down the pipe, make sure to tell somebody to tell somebody to tell some.. body about our show. Much love!

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    198 - North Carolaska

    The last few months ain't been kind to anybody with all this snow, we love it but we been going through it. Love & appreciate y'alls patience with the holiday season wrappin up were always happy to be back on the mic's even though Stephen had the wrong one selected before they hit record. Apologies for the missed weeks but we ain't going nowhereeee.

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    197 - MIA Recap

    The gang was down and out for the holiday season due to a few personal matters discussed with the family on this weeks episode, very happy to be back recording and getting through it all together because it takes a village, the support means everything and we're super grateful, this time of year and every other!

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    196 - Giving Season

    This week Stephen and Summer go over some adulting sh*t. Things like: what to look for when purchasing a new home, getting a new job and the interviewing processes, and how the Pyramids are more world renowned than the Louvre, either way. We're glad to be back after another week of keeping our bills paid and surviving what is America in 2025, we love ya!

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    195 - Midwest Hospitality

    Sorry about the delay, ran into a few technical difficulties this week with a skeleton crew trying to get it back up and running, y'all might notice a couple cuts but we were able to get the whole thing published luckily, we love y'all! be back next week, big things coming with episode 200!

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    194 - Leggo my Legos

    This week the gang gets together to sh*t on adults making legos, I kid, JSummer wanted some. But were thriving and glad to be back chatting it up with y'all, much love!

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    193 - Burning Down the House

    This week marks two weeks since the gang decided to go MIA, rest assured we are back to regular scheduled programming. We love y'all i cant remember what we talked about here but I do know JSummer almost burned down her new house and thats why we cant have nice things.

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    192 - Getting Comfortable

    This week the gang is back after a few weeks off, we try to address it but to dive deeper, Summer was moving across the country, house hunting, living in hotel rooms. Stephen was getting back into the grind of home renovations and ensuring quality time was also spent with the mom and lady during the spooky holidays but we couldn't be happier to be back on the mic and catching up with all of you, its been too long let us not do that again, we appreciate you all holding us accountable and DMing us to get back on and record, we need you as much as you need us, Much Love!

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    191 - The Proposal

    Gang, this week we've got on a very special guest, somebody that means a lot to both Stephen & Summer. Somebody we reference all the time and now they're finally making an appearance to set all the records straight, coming on to clear up all the nonsense spewed week to week, (no its not Leonardo DIcaprio) Stephen's newly appointed Fiancé Sarah!

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    190 - The Book of Eli

    This week the gang gets Summers brother back on for a bit of the episode, love us a good guest, Stephen was on vacation so apologies for the late release on this episode but were on the road againnn and back on track so tune in every week!

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    189 - Celebrity Drive-through

    This week the gang discusses September topics, AKA football is back baby and we are ready to get our hearts broken by kids playing a game, while having a candle burning and drinking some egg nog with an apple cider donut. You know the vibes, we love you, we hope you love us spread the love let us know you hear us even if you hate what you hear.

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    188 - New phone who dis?

    This week we're back together after getting rowdy and losing one of our phones. Was down and out living like a pilgrim again reading magazines on the toilet but it's easier when you been there before. If you love us let us know if you hate us also let us know, love some constructive criticism!

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    187 - Home Reno Debt.

    This week we get together and go over some of the hiccups Stephen has run into working on the house, financially not physically, physically I'm crushing it don't @ me. We also hit some of our core memories form being on base and struggling with first cars/ trash cars.

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    186 - Training Wheels

    This week the gang joins hands and goes over their perfect memory about learning how to ride their bikes without training wheels, how little bullies used to shape this country, and saving your money for a solid deal! It's the little victories y'all, like getting together once a week to just talk to a friend.. and record it for millions of people. We love ya! See ya next week!

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    185 - Calamari Games

    Back to our regular scheduled programming: This week the gang gets together to go over Summer finally finishing Squid Games so you know we had to go over what American childhood games should be featured on USA's installment. Also trademarked (longtime childhood games, yeah right) them so if we see any we want a cut of the check.

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    184 - Casino Uno

    This week we get together to go over why we think technology is moving so fast, why we get tied to sayings, and why Summer likes everything but Stephen is stingy with his likes. Always up for topic suggestions send them in then tune in to hear about them!!

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    183 - Bad B*tch Song

    This week we get back together after a little vacation time for one of us, couldn't wait to get back on the mic and chat it up with y'all, we here cause we love this, show us some love back!

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    182 - Peak or Re-peaking

    Welcome back gang! day late dropping this one thats on me (stephen) but we got a good one this week we go over some travel talk, how do you know or when are you at your peak, now? and finish y'all off with a little AITA.

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    181 - Summertime Fine

    Gang! the crew is back after a few weeks of traveling and visiting family! Can't wait to share what we spent our time off doing with y'all, hope it was fun while it lasted but we're back to annoy, enjoy.

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    180 - Asking all them Questions

    Cant hold us down, back for another episode off popular demand, We love you guys, hope these insights on how to travel better and spiritual questions like what your Patronis is help you through another grueling Monday. You know what time it is.

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    179 - Ole dry-spaghetti wrists

    Gang get with us this week to catch up, the episode may have only been 45 minutes but Stephen & Summer were catching up for hours we missed each other and it was her birthday so it was warranted. Reach out and touch Summer tell her Happy birthday through the phone.. or comments section that helps us too. We love y'all see ya next week!

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    178 - Iron Ducks

    Gang, we couldn't be happier to present to you, this weeks episode. We get together to discuss house sitting and being worked raw at our 9-5s, staying busy but enjoying every second of it. Also let us know if you figured out how we survived any and all water trainings we've had to endure, because we cant tell ya.

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    177 - Red Dead Swagger

    This week the gang gets together to discuss something thats been burning holes in their pockets, Summers been gaming and Stephen couldn't wait to ask some pressing questions. GTA6 gets some free pub as well as a mean cliff hanger at the end of the ep. We love ya'll, enjoy!

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    176 - Waffle Etiquette

    Get together with us this week as we go over our usual hour to dive deep into why people think its ok to not rinse and strain things that come in a can with water and why you shouldn't eat at just anybody's house. We also cover some new sh*t we've been binging so get on board playa, we love you we'll see you next week!

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    175 - Definitely Maybe Not

    This week Summer & Stephen go over a viral question going around the internet about gorillas, discuss some of the suggestions Summer has given & get to the bottom of who has the best deals of all time when it comes to shopping. We love you guys don't forget to tell some body to tell some body to tell some.. BODY about us.

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    174 - Musty Strangers

    PSA - Deodorant is mandatory.Y'all please stop going to the gym and getting on flights already stinky, its acceptable to be a little stinky after having done either of the two for multiple hours, but immediately is diabolical, the dirty looks and goofy comments you get are warranted at that point. Rather sit next to a crying baby for 8 hours or drop a 45 on my face.

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    173 - Motorcycle Bangers

    Stephen goes like 8/10 on getting Summer to guess what songs he is describing/ singing, also gets familiarized with some Coco Jones bangers. How do you feel about people on motorcycles listening to music? because we make our opinions heard.

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    172 - Weak Cookie

    Ever wonder what it feels like to drown? Imagine its much like getting water under your fingernails. Cuba Gooding Jr. getting a reference not a shout out relax. April is dropping a ton of new shows and movies for us & we're here for it! Let us know what you're watching! @why_not_the_podcast

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    171 - Stephen Nye the Levi's guy

    You ever accidentally add a reporter to your work chat and discuss world politics? Yeah, me either. But if you're ever in danger and don't know who to call, just ie Stephen a call, he's got a couple contacts in the Ghost Busters. American Eagle and their damn circus mirrors, cant be trying clothes on in stores, get them sent to the house.

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    170 - Fridge Episode

    This week Summer fills us in on her Disco Rave Party she went to called rolling loud where she may or may not have seen Rhianna & Asap Rocky while she was hanging out with Frank Ocean, Stephen confesses to allegedly trying to steal an article of food from the grocery store every time he shops.. allegedly. We finally got to do the Fridge Episode, check our Instagram story for the pictures to go along with it! @why_not_the_podcast

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    169 - Floss, Before or After?

    This week Summer hits Stephen with a deep ultimatum to kick us off before we get into some serious teeth talk, you know Stephen has to bring it up every time he goes to the dentist. Also got hit with some new Teeth care knowledge we feel important to share with the public so do with that what you will.

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    168 - Leviosa Boy

    This week the gang gets together to go over how long you give somebody at a green light before letting them know to move with your horn, turns out not very long or you're waiting like an asshole at the same light twice. Recent watches, and watching PBS documentaries before the trial runs up. Don't forget to tell us if our podcast sucks, we love ya!

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    167 - Sensory Issues

    Too dumb to enjoy Severance evidently, who woulda thought it. Stephen Finally found his wand holder, who's are you siding with on girl scout cookies?? Let us know in the comments if you've ever seen peas on a veggie plater, and wash your hands, don't be nasty.

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    166 - Circus Act

    This week the gang gets together to discuss some historical figures/ protests & how they've helped make change/ the inner workings of Stephen's brain, yes I typed that in third person/ opinions on lava lamps and much more!

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    165 - Dubai Chocolates

    The gang gets back together this week for some exciting talk about eating chocolate and having s*x, or in other words, Valentines day. They also cover some important topics like if you had a wand would you still carry a gun? & if you had a wand where would you put it? In your pocket? In your sock? waist band? Also let us know if you're watching any of our recommended shows, if they suck we want to know so we can stop giving bad ideas! Love ya'll!

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    164 - No Imagination

    Get with the gang this week as hot topics like who we got getting past the AFC championship games before they happen so you can judge us now that it has. What is the biggest crime you think you could get away with?.. allegedly. & I forget the rest so you'll have to listen to find out!

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    163 - Consumption

    Welcome back gang! Stephen was down for the count, both of us did some traveling & we're just finding our groove 3 weeks into January, is this getting old? We couldn't be happier to be getting back to it! Excited for 2025!

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    162 - Merry Holidays!

    Merry Christmas Family! Join us this week as we discuss almost nothing festive, We discuss things instead, like; Who's the badder bitch, Beyonce/ Rhianna, the placebo effect, packing for vacations last minute, AND what the next Blockbuster Banter Episode will be about! Also I prematurely ended the episode so let's not make fun of me for it I'm sensitive.

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    161 - Spades

    This week we get together to cover some pressing matters, such as what makes Stephen feel like his black card is very much intact as card games is this weeks hot topic for discussion and how much of an impact they had on us growing up and how its almost a dying hobby, love a good card game & love y'all. Don't forget to tell somebody to tell somebody to tell.. some.. body!

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    160 - Under $1,000

    Get back together with the gang as they meet up and go over Thanksgiving break and all the time they had off, with pressing questions that been burning a whole in our pockets. Love y'all!! Liquor flowing so turn the volume down and buckle up.

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    159 - Bear Grylls Riding Coach

    This week Stephen & Summer go over some of the things presidential elections get them thinking about, like all of our past presidents and why they may have won by a landslide or not, whether somebody who was vice president can run for president more than once after that, you know the important things.

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    158 - Sitting Shotgun

    This week the gang gets together to discuss some of the things Stephens been learning off Youtube, specifically the Wired channel, Wild Wild Sh*t buckle up! Blowing Summers mind left and right with this one.

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    157 - Holiday Weekends

    This week the gang gets together to discuss some recent watches, Summer has been cooped up and Stephens been working on the house so not a lot of adventures recently but we always gon gab, welcome back & we'll see you next week like clock work baby!

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    156 - Halloween

    The gang gets together for the second bonus episode in two weeks to go over some scary stories for halloween, always a day late but always deliver, love you guys!

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    155 - Heartburn Scaries

    This week the gang gets together to go over their miserable football teams, recovering on a Sunday for the work week, struggling with getting old and a few new flicks! Theres more but you'll have to listen, love y'all!

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    Blockbuster Banter ~ Longlegs

    This week the gang gets together to discuss the new horror film Nicholas Cage was involved in, showing us once again that he is the standard for acting. Stephen didn't seem to jazzed about the mouth breathing and left out information but Summer does a great job reeling him back in to want to watch it again. Does she get you too? Let us know!

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    154 - Tear Jerkers

    This week the gang gets together to discuss some movies that have made us cry, its a long list so strap in and try not to yell at us if we missed any, submit them! reach out! We love you guys! @why_not_the_podcast @goodspeed.era @summer_beyonce

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    153 - Sponsors

    This week the gang is back to talk about Summers problem with Aaron Rodgers, Siri, & Chat GPT. Quite a handful. We also discuss Stephens halloween costume coming up, What he's got done with the house recently and brought in a couple good questions!

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Why Not?Why Not a Podcast?Why Not Now?Why Not us?Meet Stephen & Summer, the dynamic duo behind Why Not? the podcast that feels like a warm hug from two friends who've been through it all together. Raised in the same small town, Home to the Basketball Hall of Fame, Stephen & Summer's paths converged in the most unexpected of places—the Marine Corps, thousands of miles away from the familiar streets they once called home. Their camaraderie didn’t start right away, but when it started it took off. They discovered shared passions for cinema, TV shows, and the absurdity of navigating adulthood. Picture this: two friends far from their roots, huddled around a makeshift podcasting setup, trading stories of their day-to-day adventures and mishaps.Why Not? is more than just a podcast; it's a ticket to an hour-long escape from the chaos of everyday life. Stephen & Summer bring a refreshing blend of humor, insight, and genuine friendship to the table. Each episode is a lively exploration of

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