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Dak World is the podcast to take you back in time. Our panel talks about topics that bring you back but also bring in currents trends, themes, and ideas. Listen to them cover a huge range of topics that anyone can get into!
The festival and live entertainment industry is something that has gained major popularity over the last two decades. Check out our panelists going through their favorite festivals, walking down memory lane, and discussing the industry in general.
Did you have a food that you ate so much it made you sick or a favorite food that you had to hide from your siblings? Food creates so many memories and our panelists go through of some their favorites from back in the day.
We all remember the toys that made us, the toys we wish we had but never got, and the toys that cause us psychological trauma. Our panelists talk about all of these toys and more on the latest episode of DakWorld.
One of our favorite things to do at Dak Jam is to recreate our favorite music videos. On this episode, our panelists talk about the memories behind creating these videos!
We all know we wore some pretty questionable outfits back in the day, and it's crazy what's coming back into style. Check out our panel reliving all the best and worst fads to date.
We all love getting involved in celebrity drama, so our panel talks about their favorite and most iconic drama that they remember from the past and today.
We re-create a lot of favorite music videos at Dak Jam and we all just love music videos in general. In this episode, our panel talks about their favorite music videos, how people watch music videos, and what's changed from the first time we've seen a music video.
Celebrities become like family and some deaths hurt just as personally. Other celebrity deaths are controversial or twisted into conspiracy theories. This week's episode dives into some of these historic deaths.
Do you ever wonder how some movies franchises keep making new movies. Check out our panel of hosts talking about movie franchises that just haven't gone away yet.
The moment we've all been waiting for, will Easton have a "no win" season, or was he able to pull off a win in the last episode?
This was our season finale, and we hope that you enjoyed the first season of #DakWorld.
While we're sad that Dak Jam 2020 can't happen, we are still looking forward to the future. On the Dak Jam Down Low, Emily and Jen talk about where Dak Jam started and how it plans to grow in the future and what you can look forward to for the future, maybe even for #DakJam21
*DISCLAIMER Dak Jam 2020 has been cancelled since the posting of this episode
There is no doubt that Star Wars is an epic franchise, but there is doubt on which set of trilogies is king. Easton and Jen go head to head to argue whether the first trilogy (A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi) or the second trilogy (The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith) is the best.
The 2010s and the 70s seem to be the decades where Easton and Jen shine. Check out the rest of the episode on YouTube to see who was the ultimate Catch Phrase champ!
We're brining it back to the 80s for this episode. We had some technical issues here and there for this segment, and definitely a bunch of laughs, but really there is one thing that sums it all up... Weird Al.
If there is one thing we learned from this epsiode, it's that when it comes to movies, Jen and Easton go postal for a good comedy. This episode of Capsule Corner is all about those classic comedies that have been making us laugh for decades; Napoleon Dynamite, Dumb and Dumber, Space Balls, etc.
This first round Easton and Jen explored the 80s and Easton wasn't the first one to break the "two-skips rule". They also spent some time in the 90s, and it's still not Easton's decade.
When we say "phat" we aren't dissin' nobody. Check out this episode's Vintage Vocab word, "phat", and check out the full episode to see how many times Easton and Jen worked it into conversation.
Check out our totally dope guest for our Season 1 Finale. Jen wasn't a fan of a few trends from back in the day, like pin rolled jeans and "sausage bangs", but that doesn't mean she doesn’t love a good trip down memory lane. Get to know Jen here and then go listen to the full episode!
In our Season 1 Finale Easton and our guest, Jen Kramer gave us a totally rad episode. If you like comedies like Napoleon Dynamite and Space Balls, you're going to want to check out the Capsule Corner Segment. As always, the Guess the Lyric segment entertained us with 80s pop and rock, and a surprise twist with Weird Al.
Emily and Ashley talk about what makes Dak Jam a music and arts festival. Obviously there are bands and music, but there are different art exhibits that makes this festival one of a kind in the area.
In this segment Easton and Ashley debate the age old question, who is the best boy band, Backstreet Boys or *NSYNC? Is Backstreet Back or will they be saying Bye Bye Bye? Check it out.
Ashley and Easton try the most recent decade, the 2010s, and the sass is real. They also took a crack at the 90s, but it was still a bit rough.
This is the closest Guess the Lyric we've had this season, and it was coming down to the bell. We have a pretty bumpin' mix of 90s and 2000s in this segment, and surprisingly there weren't too many that stumped these two.
Easton may not be a real fashionista, but everyone remembers these best or maybe worst trends that we all followed along with in the past. Check out Ashley and Easton rank their favorite nostalgic trends.
Easton and Ashley go through the 80s and 90s in the first round of catch phrase. I think we're all learning that Catch Phrase is hit or miss for our host. A lot of skips in this first round, but they did their best!
"My lip gloss be poppin'" ~ Lil Mamma
Check out this epsiode of Vintage Vocab where, you guessed it, the word id "poppin'". Listen to the full episode to see how many times Easton and Ashley could work it into their conversation.
If you haven't met Ashley, here is your chance. Hang out as Easton gets to know our guest and they talk about everything from her least favorite trends to what celebs she'd have dinner with!
On episode 5 of #DakWorld
Easton and our guest, Ashleyrelive the best, or maybe the worst fashion trends from the past decades. You can also watch them go postal over which boy band is the best, NSYNC or The Backstreet Boys!
The final segment of this episode will determine just how badly Easton was massacred by his dad. Looks like Easton has a few things to learn from his dad!
The Dak Jam team loves to get involved in the community of Minot. Check out Emily and Jason talk about our community, pregaming events, Dak Jam Lite parties!
Can you compare gaming consoles from the 8os to gaming consoles of the 2000s? We definitely think you can!
Check out Easton and Jason going through the 70s and the 2000s. Will Easton be better at these decades the 80s and 90s?
We think it's safe to say that Easton did not get his taste in music from his dad, Jason. This episode's Guess the Lyric is all about 90s Country, did Easton do George Straight proud?
Say what you want about the past, but the 80s, 90s, and 2000s had some dope grindage. Check out Easton and Jason trying retro snacks, everything from cheese balls to bagel bites.
Like usual, Catch Phrase started off a little rough, but Easton and Jason saved it with a pretty impressive round from the 80s.
This episode's Vintage Vocab phrase is "eat my shorts"! Try to give us a better insult.. you can't.
Sit and chill with Easton and his dad Jason on the first segment of the Dak World podcast. Find out more about what Jason was like when he was younger, and what celebrity he vibed with back in the day!
Check out the final score for this episode of Dak World. We'll warn you now, it wasn't pretty for one of them. Records were set and Easton is not happy!
On this episode of Dak Jam Down Low, Emily and Wade talk about influencers and their effect on marketing. They also spend some time talking about the Dak Jam influencer program called the Dak Pak!
Both Friends and Seinfeld seem to have a major fan base, but we wanted to settle once and for all what the best show is. Who do you agree with, Easton or Wade?
In our special addition Father's Day episode of Dak World, Easton puts his dad, Jason in the hot seat. Watch as they try retro snacks, argue over game consoles, and see who knows more 90s country music.
This round starts off a little rough, but in the end we think the boys did a stellar job! The 2010s should be easy, but was it really that easy? Play for yourself and see if you could've done better.
Guess the Lyric this episode was filled with 80s and 90s rock! The Cranberries, Metallica, and Guns N' Roses all make an appearance, but will Easton and Wade know the lyrics? Do you think you could've done better, or would you be a total dud?
Also, the guys take a brief intermission to talk about some classic hockey memories. We told you, it's a true "bromance"!
We mentioned something about a "bromance" that formed in this episode, and it all started in Capsule Corner. Wade and Easton are all about hockey, so they're ranking players from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. Make your own list and see how it measures up!
This first round of Catch Phrase takes Easton and Wade through the 2000s and 90s. See how many they can guess correctly and play along to see if you could've done better!
This episode's Vintage Vocab word is "clownin'", listen to the full episode to find out how may times Wade and Easton could fit it into their convo!
In this first segment of #DakWorld Epsiode 3 you'll get to know everything about our guest, Wade Regier. From perms to eating dinner with a few celebrities, you'll learn everything you need to know!
Easton and our guest Wade, really hit it off in this episode of Dak World. If you like hockey and 90s music you're definitely going to want to check it out. Also, stay tuned for the Which is Better segment if you have strong feelings about what show is better, Friends or Seinfeld. We'd be stoked to hear your thoughts!
Get the final tally right here. Will Easton be able to win this one or will Kristi take it home and leave Easton with his losing streak?
Also, if you like Napoleon Dynamite and ASMR you're going to want to check this out!
Catch Phrase must be Kristi's fav because two rounds was not enough! The skip rule still isn't applied but we won't tell if you won't!
In this segment, Producer Emily motors in to chat with Kristi about the whole Dak Jam team! Check out who is on the team behind the scenes, and get the real scoop!
We all had a favorite toy as kids, and in this segment Easton and Kristi compare two iconic retro toys. Can Legos and Lincoln Logs even be compared or is one a clear victor. Listen to their arguments and you decide
On this episode of Dak World, the music is all come straight from the 80s. Will a 90s baby stand a chance, or will our guest Kristi show him a thing or two? Could you score higher, play along and let us know your score.
Where would we be today without the technology of the 2000s. The iPhone, iPod, WiFi, etc. all came came into our lives in the 2000s. Our host Easton and our guest Kristi rank their favorite top 5 technological advancements of the first decade of the new millennium. Is your list the same as theirs, or do you have your own opinion?
In the first round of Catch Phrase Kristi and Easton go through the 80s and the 2010s. Easton decides to make his own rules, but will he actually follow them? Check it out, cause' we doubt it!
In this segment of Vintage Vocal the word is "Choice". The goal is to say it as many times as possible, so listen to the full episode and count for yourself!
Get to know our totally cool second guest, Kristi Berg. Have you ever ripped a stereo out of a wall? Kristi has, listen to her tell the story to Easton, and find out what 80s trend she thinks is grody to the max!
In the second episode of Dak World, our host Easton and our guest Kristi talk about 2000s technology, legos, and destroying stereo systems
After the dust clears, who will come out on top, Easton or our guest Holly? The Scoreboard will reveal it all!
D.J.D.L stands for Day Jam Down Low, This segment is all about the experiences and memories to be made at Dak Jam Music and Arts Festival. Dak Jam powers the Dak World podcast, and in this segment our producer, Emily, tells you all about it.
Our Which is Better is meant to be a debate across a range of topics. In the inaugural episode Holly and Easton debate one of the toughest topics in pop culture. The questions of this episode is, who is the best basketball player, Michael Jordan or LeBron James? Which side are you on?
In the second round of Catch Phrase, Easton and Holly explore the 90s and 2010s. Will Easton be better this round, or will Holly sweep it up?
Who knows more 90s tunes, our host Easton or our guest Holly? In this episode, Guess the Lyric is all about 90s pop and 90s country. Can you score higher?
Listen as Easton and Holly rank iconic 90s board games. They'll give you their rankings, but will you agree with them? Create your own list, and see how it matches up.
A classic game of Catch Phrase pits Easton and our guest Holly against each other and attitudes run high. Would you be able to guess these answers?
Check out the Vintage Vocab phrase of the week, "as if". If you watched Clueless you know this word was used for giving SERIOUS attitude. Listen to the full episode to find out who said it the most, our host Easton or our guest Holly.
Listen and get to know our first guest, Holly Johnson. Learn about her first mosh pit experience, and find out her hot take on some retro trends.
Check out our very first podcast EVER, with our special guest, Holly Johnson. Listen to some rad stories about mosh pits, test your retro music knowledge, and hear our host Easton Bennett throw a notecard or two.