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The Story To Tell Podcast explores a unique perspective of life each episode, because we believe everyone has their own experiences worth sharing.
An old soul and yet young at heart, John Pepper joins us today to tell us his story. We hear about his current favorite book, how he got into architectural design, plus John's foray into the world of Cosplay. He's wise beyond his years and shares very thoughtful life advice!
Intro Song: Blue Monday by Orgy
Top Ten: Life Advice from a Old Soul Young at Heart
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Actor & former guest Noah Gildermaster joins us to talk about the biggest moment in cinema history, Marvel's Avengers: Infinty War. With ten years building up to this moment we figured Noah, comic nerd, would be the perfect person to talk to about this. In this B-Side Episode Noah gives a rundown of every single Marvel Cinematic Universe Movie for those who might have missed a movie here or there.
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Actor & former guest Noah Gildermaster joins us to talk about the biggest moment in cinema history, Marvel's Avengers:Infinty War. With ten years building up to this moment we figured Noah, comic nerd, would be the perfect person to talk to about this. We each give our top ten list of Marvel movies and give our predictions of what could happen in Avengers: Infinity War. Even if you haven't seen a single movie give this a listen, its fun and very informative. Plus Noah knows his Marvel stuff!
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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James Chidister joins us today on The Story To Tell Podcast to share about his love/hate relationship with IKEA, growing up in Ames, and . Plus he shares the greatest proposal story ever heard on the podcast! James lives with his wife and growing family in Idaho working for Youth Dynamics, helping to run YD Adventures.
Youth Dynamics- YD Adventures
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Intro Song: "Desperado" by Johnny Cash
Top Ten: James Chidister's Top Ten List for You To Pay Attention To
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Zebra F-301 pen
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Stretchy Pants for Men
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Blind Guardian - "Nitefall in Middle-Earth"
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Idaho
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Hi-Chew
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Pay Attention to your Surroundings
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Colter Wall
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Basil Hayden Bourbon Whiskey
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Isaiah
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Kinco gloves
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Enjoy living in the present
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Find a cathartic hobby
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Join us for the premier of season 2 as we chat with our friend Bri Wengert! Bri runs 2 design companies, is a cheerleading National Champion, and is dog mom to Pickles. We talk about how she got into design, Jacob's favorite songs, how Bri started her first company, and more.
Top Ten List: Top Thing I Learned When I Left My Full Time Job For My Passion
Find Bri's work online:
Flyover Design Co. Instagram
Brighten Made Instagram
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Welcome to Season 2 of The Story to Tell podcast!
Jacob and Ben are joined by friends Matthew and Sarah to talk cold weather, crazy Cali stories, and preview the new season of The Story to Tell podcast! Plus, the first LIVE caller on the podcast!
On The Story to Tell Podcast, we sit down with people of all walks of life and dive into the journey that brought them to where they are and made them who they are. Every story is unique and you're sure to hear something new every episode!
On today's episode Jacob and Ben are joined by their friends, Myles Anderson, Phillip Uhde, Michael Hansen, Noah Gildermaster, and Kyle Thomas to talk about Mansgiving. On this episode you will learn about what Mansgiving is, how it got started, and some of the best memories from the 9 years of it. Happy Thanksgiving!!!
If you liked this episode check out previous episodes with Myles Anderson, Noah Gildermaster, and Kyle Thomas.
The episode ends with our late friend Bryce sharing what makes him a man, at the last Mansgiving he attended.
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Rich French, Ben's Father-in-law, joins us on today's episode. Rich talks to us about growing up in a big family, what it was like to grow in Illinois, and playing hockey with a famous NHL player as a kid. We also learn about his interests, what he has learned over the years from his jobs, how he met his wife, and some of his favorite concerts to go to.
Intro Music: "I'm Just A Singer (In A Rock And Roll Band)" by The Moody Blues
Top Ten: "Top Ten Jobs"
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Welcome to The Story To Tell B-Sides, where we explore what we cut out of each episode because we believe that everyone has more experiences worth sharing. Today we go back to our interview with Tim Davis and check out some things that got left out from his great episode.
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
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Welcome to The Story To Tell B-Sides, where we explore what we cut out of each episode because we believe that everyone has more experiences worth sharing. Today we go back to our interview with Mack Morgan, as we talk about the pro's and con's of the power of the internet.
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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On today's episode Jacob and Ben are joined by Ben's wife Sarah. The guys talk about what they have been up to recently and what the B-sides epiosdes are all about. Ben and Sarah have an oreo taste test of some new flavors, and the guys talk about the exciting future of the podcast. Thanks to all the listeners!!!
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
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Art: Jon Rohlf
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Welcome to The Story To Tell B-Sides, where we explore what we cut out of each episode because we believe that everyone has more experiences worth sharing. Today we go back to our interview with Kevin Smith, for a quick rant about movie theaters and their new seating, that didn't make it in his episode.
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Welcome to The Story To Tell B-Sides, where we explore what we cut out of each episode because we believe that everyone has more experiences worth sharing. Today we go back to our interview with Josh Ladd & Ya Boi Bell, for a quick chat about Comic-Con and Cosplay, that wasn't in their last episode.
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Ya Boi Bell and Josh Ladd joins us on today's episode. Bellamy and Josh came to talk to us about their trips to Comic-Con San Diego. We hear about their West World Experience, what its like to wait in lines for hours on end, and their favorite parts of Comic-Con. We also learn about how they met each other, how they both got into Comics, and their Top Ten Tips for anyone that goes to Comic-Con San Diego.
Intro Music: "Mos Eisley Cantina" from Star Wars
Top Ten: "Top Ten Tips For Comic-Con San Diego"
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Mack Morgan joins us on today's episode. Mack is a man of many different skills and talents, he is married to Jenna, and is from the Des Moines area. Mack talks to us about growing up in Des Moines, his high school wrestling career, and about how he got into fixing things. We also learn about all of the different jobs he has had, how he met his wife, and some of his worst accidents.
Intro Music: "Under Cover of Darkness" by The Strokes
Top Ten: "Top Ten Movies and T.V. Shows"
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Kevin Smith joins us on today's episode. Kevin is a Youth Care Specialist in St. Louis, is married to Regan, and loves sports. Kevin talks to us about growing up in Ames, his love for the Iowa State Cyclones. We also learn about how he went from playing Basketball in a Home School league to playing college basketball, his love for New Orleans, starting his own sports podcast, and hosting a radio show in St. Louis.
Intro Music: "I Ain't Gave Up On You Yet" by Propaganda
Kevin's Podcasts: Completely Biased: Sports Talk With Kevin https://kevinsmithpxp.podbean.com/ Radio 63119 Sports Show https://soundcloud.com/radio63119
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Patrick Tape Fleming joins us on today's episode. Patrick is a muscian, husband and father. We learn about how Parick got into music, playing baseball at DMACC, and his first band The Canadian Wheatlords. Patrick also tells us about playing in Pookey Bleum, starting Bi-Fi Records, his other band The Poison Control Center, and how Gloom Balloon got started and their new album "Drying the Eyes of the Goddess of Gloom, Underneath the Stars and the Moon", Out Now.
Intro Music: "Drying The Eyes of the Goddess of Gloom" by Gloom Balloon
Patrick's Bands: Gloom Balloon, The Poison Control Center, Pookey Bleum, and The Canadian Wheatlords
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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On today's episode our most downloaded guest, Christina Nichols joins us again. Christina tells Jacob and Ben about her big move to Atlanta, why she is leaving Iowa, and what she hopes to do there. We also learn from her what it was like for her family & friends to listen to her first two episodes, and how it has positively affected her life and relationships.
Intro Music: "Second Child, Restless Child" by The Oh Hello's
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Sarah Dirks joins us on today's episode. Sarah is from small town Iowa, grew up on a farm, and went to Iowa State. We learn about how she learned to drive, and what drew her to a career with Dairy Cows. We also get to hear some stories of her travel abroad, and the Top Ten stupidest things she has done in New Zealand.
Intro Music: "It Happens" by Sugarland
Top Ten: "Top Ten Stupidest Things I've Done In New Zealand "
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Audra Skartvedt joins us on today's episode. Audra is an elementary teacher in Washington, D.C. We hear about her time growing up in Story City, Iowa, what she enjoyed about living in a small town, and how much she enjoyed living with her best friend in college. We also learn about all of her travels accross the world, what it's like to teach in another country, and her favorite 90's Cover Band, Maggie Shot Burns.
Intro Music: "Dancing Queen" by Abba
Top Ten: "Top Ten Places To Go In Washington, D.C."
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Meg Smiley joins us on today's episode. Meg works for Iowa State University, is married to Justin, and recently wrote and illustrated her own book "Animals Under The Bed". We learn about her time growing up in California, what its like to move to Iowa, and Studying Graphic design at ISU. We also hear about meeting Justin, moving to Pittsburgh, and what its like to have a successful Kickstarter. Check out her book here: AnimalsUnderTheBed.com
Intro Music: "Struggla" by Matisyahu
Top Ten: "Top Ten Tips For A Succesful Kickstarter."
Meg's Esty Page: http://www.Etsy.com/shop/phigmentdesignstudio
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Jon Rohlf joins us on today's episode. Jon is a Senior Designer at Section 127, is married To Cyndi (Check her episode), and designed all of our artwork. We learn about Jon growing up in Ames, how he got into art, and his time starting and being in Atombender. We also hear about his time at ISU, his first job out of college, and what he has learned about creativity over the years.
Intro Music: "Heart Attack American" by The Bronx
Top Ten: "Top Ten Things I've Learned About Creativity."
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf Jon's Work: www.Section127.com
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Melanie Anderson joins us on today's episode. Melanie works at Wooly's as a Bartender, is a "Proud Dog Mom', and enjoys listening to music. We learn about her life growing up, Avril Lavigne conspiracy theories, and trying to put together furniture from IKEA. Also we discuss what order we would want for a Taking Back Sunday, Brand New, Manchester Orchestra show.
Intro Music: "Seventy Times 7" by Brand New
Top Ten: "Top Ten Best Shows I've worked."
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Jon Shields joins us on today's episode. Jon is a Communications Director in Fort Dodge, is married to Kristi Shield, and has 3 kids. We learn about Jon's experience growing up in Wisonsin, being Homeschooled, his time working in ministry, and how he got into photography.
Intro Music: "Chem 6A" by Switchfoot
Top Ten: "Top Ten Homeschool misconceptions and (some true) stereotypes."
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Thomas Logan Joins us on today's episode. Thomas grew up in the Des Moines area, loves music, and works for Wells Fargo. We learn about his time in bands, "George Lassos The Moon", "Stuck With Arthur", & "The New Bodies". We also talk about a work trip for 4 months in the Philippines that he went on and what a "Silent Disco" is.
Intro Music: "Follows" by Tigers Jaw
Top Ten: "Top Ten Things I Got Really Into But I Don't Really Care About Pretty Much At All"
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Happy 4th of July! Cyndi Rohlf joins us for laughs about growing up in Story City, why parents are always strictest with the oldest child, and crazy wedding stories!
Intro Music: "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" by Whitney Houston
Top Ten: Top Ten Wedding Experiences
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Justin Smiley-Oyen joins us on today's episode. Justin is married to Meg, is living in Long Island, and pursuing a Doctorate in Musical Arts at Stony Brook. We learn about what it was like for Justin to move around a lot when he was younger, his love for Pittsburgh, how he got into music, and what it was like to be a Chess Prodigy. We also hear about the time he found a dead body, and the best food experiences he's ever had.
Intro Music: "What About Me?" by Snarky Puppy
Top Ten: Top Ten Favorite Food Experiences
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Katie Freking joins us on today's episode. Katie grew up in small town Iowa, went to Iowa State, and is now a teacher. We learn about Sorority life, what it's like to be a teacher, and her special talent of speaking Squirrel.
Intro Music: Theme Song from the T.V. Show "Recess"
Top Ten: Top Ten Teaching Moments
ART: Jon Rohlf https:twitter.com/Jonrohlf
Produced by Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by Jacob King
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Josh Ladd joins us on today's episode. Josh is married to Sammi, has a daughter named Evelyn, and works in advertising. We also learn about moving around a lot as a kid, getting into music, and his love for board games and comics.
Intro Music: Theme from The Magnificent Seven
Top Ten: Josh's Favorite Billy Joel Songs
Follow Josh on Instagram: joshwladd
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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This week on The Story To Tell, we look back at some of our favorite moments from the past 25 episodes, as well as a super cut of Top Ten list titles! Over the past year, we've had almost 8000 downloads, from over 10 countries ans 40 states! Thank you so much for all the love!
Clips:
Matthew, Ep 3
Christina, Ep 7
Tim, Ep 17
Joni, Ep 21
Top Ten Lists:
- Ben and Sarah: Top Ten Ways to Turn a Bachelor Pad Into a Maxi Pad
- Michael Davis: Ten Things I Remind Myself Everyday
- Matthew Smith: Top Ten Ways To Be a Good Entrepreneur
- Myles Anderson: Top Ten Ways to Stay Single In College
- Mark Newton: Top Ten Pranks I’ve Been a Part Of
- Isaac Taylor: Top Ten Things You Learn While Living Abroad
- Christina Nichols: My Top Ten Grievances
- Christina Nichols: My Top Ten Grievances
- Jonathan & Jessica VM: Our Top Ten “Remember When…”
- Noah Gildermaster: Ten Tips for Auditions
- Joe Summers: Top Ten Things I Missed About Iowa
- Alex Arthur: Top 5 Songs I’ve Written and Never Released
- Tyler Johnson: Top Ten Things I’ve Loved at Some Point in My Life
- Adam Reineke: Top Ten Things You'll Experience on a Motorcycle
- Kyle Thomas: Top Ten Random Thoughts: Original & Stolen
- Kaylee Humphrey: Top Ten Things I’ve Been Obsessed With
- Tim Davis: Top Random Facts About Me
- Patrick Watertor: Top Things to Know When Marrying an International Person
- Jared Stansbury: Moments that Shaped Me
- Allyce Helton: Top Ten Favorite Movies (Subject to Change)
- Joni King and Mary Wiedenhoeft: Things Mothers Should Teach Their Kids
- Dustin Murrell: Top Ten Brad Pitt Movies
- Dustin Murrell: Top Ten Brad Pitt Movies
- Bellamy Kim: Top Ten *NSYNC Songs
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Art: Jon Rohlf
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Ya Boi Bell joins us on today's episode. Bellamy Kim is one of the hosts of the "You've Never Seen That!?" Podcast. We learn about his life growing up in Minnesota, his love of skateboarding, playing in bands and whether or not there is a ghost following his family. We also hear about his recent trip to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, some tour stories from his band days, and stories of working at his parents Donut Shop, Sunrise Donuts.
Walk-Up Song: "Girlfriend" (Remix) by *NSYNC featuring Nelly
Top Ten List: Top Ten *NSYNC Songs
His Podcast: You've Never Seen That!?
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
Thanks to Jon Rohlf for the artwork! https://twitter.com/jonrohlf
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On today's episode we continue on our interview with Dustin Murrell. Picking up right where we left off, we talk about Dustin starting IowaRock.com, his favorite local bands were, what he favorite show he promoted was, and his favorite Stuck With Arthur song. We also learn about what he is up to now as a Comic/Children's Book Writer. We go in depth about the universe he has created for his characters "Cowgirl Ninja" and "Mega Chomp".
Dustin has also given all Story To Tell Podcast listeners a 75% off perk to buy his books and other various things that go along with comic universe. https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/mega-ninja-publishing-music-books?secret_perk_token=4857b740#/
Walk-Up Song: Burn Out by Stuck With Arthur (Check out their new projects "Adam Bruce" & "Christopher The Conquered")
Top Ten List: Top Ten Brad Pitt Movies
Thanks to Jon Rohlf for the artwork! https:twitter.com/Jonrohlf
Produced by Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by Jacob King
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Today is Part 1 of our interview with Dustin Murrell. Dustin is a long time friend of Jacob and Ben's. In today's episode we learn about growing up in Nevada, his love of Professional Wrestling, having your house be part of a Veterinary Clinic, and some of the trouble Dustin got into in High School. We also learn about some events that happened to him that shaped & changed his life forever. If you liked Part 1 make sure to come back next week for Part 2!
Walk-Up Song: Alive With The Glory Of Love by Say Anything
Top Ten List: (In Part 2)
Thanks to Jon Rohlf for the artwork! https:twitter.com/Jonrohlf
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
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In honor of Mother's Day we decided to have our Mothers join us for a talk about what it means to be a Mom. Joni King is a Stay at Home Daycare Provider, is married to Jeff, has three children, and somehow survived Jacob showing up at home in Skinny Jeans in High School. Mary Wiedenhoeft is an Agronomy professor, is married to Glenn, has two children, and put up with Ben not getting a hair cut for years.
Walk-Up Song: US Hwy 30 by Atombender
Top Ten List: Things Mothers Should Teach Their Kids
Thanks to Jon Rohlf for the artwork! https://twitter.com/Jonrohlf
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
Hosted by: Jacob King
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Allyce Helton joins us on today's episode. Allyce is an Assistant Manager at American Eagle. She is engaged to Michael Davis, our guest on episode 2, and she loves fashion and makeup. We learn about her time growing up in a small town, trying to fight Bats, and her love for movies.
Walk-Up Song: "Hard Times" by Paramore
Top Ten List: 10 Favorite Movies (Subject to Change)
Follow Allyce on IG: alfhelton
Thanks to Jon Rohlf for the artwork! https://twitter.com/jonrohlf
Hosted by: Jacob King
Produced by: Ben Wiedenhoeft
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Jared Stansbury joins us this week to tell his story. Jared is a sports journalist for CycloneFanatic.com covering basketball and football. When he's not breaking a story, he loves playing basketball, listening to music, and watching Netflix. He dishes on growing up in a small town, covering athletic recruiting, and the top 10 moments in his life that shaped him.
Intro Song: Finish Line / Drown by Chance the Rapper
Top Ten list: Moments that Shaped Me
Find Jared on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Stanz51
Find Jared's work on https://cyclonefanatic.com
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Patrick Watertor joins us on today's episode. Patrick is a Web Designer as well as a Teacher at DMACC. He is married, and loves to play/listen to music in his free time. We also learn about his time working at a recording studio and doing design work for many different bands.
Intro Song: "This Life is Old, New, Borrowed & Blue" by '68
Top Ten List: Top Things to Know When Marrying an International Person
Thanks to Jon Rohlf for the artwork! https://twitter.com/jonrohlf
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Tim Davis joins us on today's episode. Tim is an Equipment Sales Consultant and former Middle School Teacher. He likes to play golf, go hunting, and fishing. We learn about his love of growing up in a small town South Dakota as well as some stories from his experience of being a teacher.
Intro Song: "Home" by Aron Wright
Top Ten List: Top Ten Random Facts about Tim
Thanks to Jon Rohlf for the artwork https://twitter.com/jonrohlf
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Kaylee Humphrey joins us on today's episode. Kaylee works in public relations, just bought a house, and is married to her husband Drew. She is a former award winning tumbler that can still do a backflip, and a self described Karaoke connoisseur. We also learn about her love for Britney Spears and the TV show Friends.
Intro song: "Me and Bobby McGee" by Janis Joplin
Top Ten List: 'Top Ten Things I've Been Obsessed With"
Thanks to Jon Rohlf for the artwork https://twitter.com/jonrohlf
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Kyle Thomas joins us on today's episode. Kyle is a Property Manager, husband, and father of two. He talks to us about growing up in Ames, playing soccer, being a skater, and graduating from UNI. We also learn about his time working at a church, his interest in real estate, and being a lifelong tinkerer.
Intro Song:"Requiem: Pie Jesu" by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Top Ten List: "Kyle's Top Ten Random Thoughts, Original & Stolen"
Thanks to Jon Rohlf for the artwork https://twitter.com/jonrohlf
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Adam Reineke, a Software Engineer at Microsoft, joins us on today's episode. He tells us about growing up and being homeschooled in Boone, IA. We learn about his stint working at McDonalds, going to DMACC, and transferring to ISU before getting his job at Microsoft. We also hear about his love to play board games and going on cross country trips with on his mototcycle.
Intro Song: "My Shot" -Hamilton: An American Musical
Top Ten List: Things You'll Experience on a Motorcycle
Twitter: @AdamTReineke
Thanks to Jon Rohlf for the design https://twitter.com/jonrohlf
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Tyler Johnson joins us on today's episode. Tyler talks to us about growing up in small town Iowa. He tells us about how he got into music, his first instrument he learned, and all the bands he had been in over the years. We also read through some of Tyler's tweets, hear about his love of monkeys, playing golf, and learning about conspiracy theories.
Intro Song: "Secrets" by State Champs
Top Ten List: Top 10 things I've Loved at Some Point in my Life
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State Champs
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Monkeys
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The colors black & White
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NBA (Pro Sports)
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Apple Products
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Conspiracy Theories
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Tacos
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Sprite
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Golfing
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Ping Pong
Songs Tyler Recommends from Bands he's been in:
Keep & Confess - My Friends Over You (cover) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l84LIDYldRM
Classic in the Making - You're the One https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yybfm1N56bU
Ghosthive - Born in the Fryer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBT6UIlvBqk
Ghosthive - Farrar Schoolhouse session https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-n6M-2GBRA
Twitter: @TylerRandal @Ghosthive_
Instagram: @TyJohn
Thanks to Jon Rohlf for the design https://twitter.com/jonrohlf
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Music Producer Alex Arthur, joins Ben & Jacob on this episode. Alex talks to us about growing up in Ames, skateboarding, hiding CD's from his parents, how he got into metal music, and being involved in music ever since in many different ways. Alex also gives us all an exclusive listen at some of his unreleased songs that he has written over the years.
Intro Song: "Antidote" by Travis Scott
Top Ten List: Top 5 Unreleased songs I've Written
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Heavy Mix 1
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Untitled Country Song
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Love of Mystery
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Away
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Home Wit Me
Outro Song: "Dear Reaper" by The Still Sound
Recorded on location at Alex's studio.
Find Alex and his music on https://twitter.com/thereal_a_one
Thanks to Jon Rolhf for the design: https://twitter.com/jonrohlf
Photo Credit to Joseph Farrell https://twitter.com/josephonrepeat
Alex volunteered with Save-A-Bull Rescue http://saveabullmn.org
Former host of the award winning high school radio show "The Joe Show", Joe Summers, joins us on today's episode. We learn about Joe growing up, loving to play sports, how he got into music, playing in bands, and now doing design work. You will also hear about his love for pizza, Choco Tacos, and Iowa State Athletics.
Noah Gildermaster joins us today. We talk about his love of "Back to the Future", growing up in Ames, moving to LA to pursue his passion of acting, and many other aspects of his life.
Our youngest guests yet, Asher and Phin join us to talk favorite activities, being big brothers, and more. Plus, they help Jacob understand to how to make friends!
In this special Valentine's Day episode, we talk to Jonathan and Jessica. Hear an honest perspective on the ups and downs of marriage, having kids, raising four boys, and keeping your marriage going through it all.
Part 2 with Christina is a raw and beautifully honest discussion about the tragedy of loss, the vexation of grief, and the journey to find a new normal.
The hilarious Christina Nichols joins us this week to discuss growing up in rural Iowa, rebeling as a teenager, moving to the Big City and more! We had such a great conversation with her we had to split it into TWO PARTS. Tune in next week for the rest!
The other half of Ben's graduating class, Isaac Taylor, joins TSTT this week to talk traveling abroad, being a RA, offshore accounts, and culture. Hear Isaac's great perspective from his many adventures!
Mark Newton joins us on this episode after being up for over 21 hours! Mark talks to us about growing up, what working a gold course is like, and being a Cyclone fan. Plus, the Top10 pranks he's ever been involved in.
Crowned "Mr Red Raider" two years straight, Myles Anderson joins the us to talk soccer, growing up, college, and how to stay single!
THE Matthew Smith joins the us to talk world traveling, family, high school sports, and entrepreneurial skills. He us in tears laughing almost immediately!
Episode 2: Michael "Bills" Davis Jacob and Ben reminisce with fellow Atombender member Michael Davis and talk about his future and pro sports in Iowa.
Episode 1: What the Deal? featuring guests Ben and Sarah Wiedenhoeft
Jacob tries out his fancy recording gear as he interviews newlyweds Ben and Sarah Wiedenhoeft. Listen to the episode that was the preamble to The Story to Tell Podcast!