Why? The Podcast
1) Why? Episode 378- Competitive Scrabble
Looking to take your gaming to a new level? Try competitive Scrabble. The game is growing in popularity and the competition to find the best is riveting. We sat down with John Chew, the CEO of the Nor...Show More
2) Why? Episode 377- David Leaf on Brian Wilson
Brian Wilson was a musical genius. And a new re-issue highlights his brilliance in live performance. And if there's anyone who can talk about Wilson's work it's David Leaf. He's literally written the ...Show More
3) Why? Episode 376- Alternative for the Masses
1990's rock was an exciting time. Nevermind (no pun intended) Nirvana, what about Sonic Youth, Dinosaur Jr, The Meat Puppets, Primus and Smashing Pumpkins? In his new book, Greg Prato gets the full st...Show More
4) Why? Episode 375- The Victorian Obsession With Death Pt 2
Paul Gambino is an expert in mourning, death and all sorts of macabre interests. And in his new book, Beyond the Veil: The Victorian Obsession with Death and Mourning is a fascinating look at one era'...Show More
5) Why? Episode 375- The Victorian Obsession With Death Pt 1
Paul Gambino is an expert in mourning, death and all sorts of macabre interests. And in his new book, Beyond the Veil: The Victorian Obsession with Death and Mourning is a fascinating look at one era'...Show More
6) Why? Episode 374- Actress/Therapist Ivy Austin
We know we say it all the time, but Ivy Austin is really a fascinating person. From her work on Broadway, in film and on television, to her work as a therapist in New York, she has led a unique and me...Show More
7) Why? Episode 373- Spice Girls Collector Liz West
Liz West has the greatest collection of Spice Girls items in the world. Don't believe us? Ask the Guinness folks. And if that isn't enough, some of what she got from the Spice Girls has inspired her a...Show More
8) Why? Episode 372- Princess Cheyenne: Boston's Most Famous Stripper
Lucy Wrightman has had a fascinating life. From learning how to become a dancer at The Naked i, located in Boston's infamous Combat Zone, to a relationship with Cat Stevens to so much more. And now sh...Show More
9) Why? Episode 371- Tom Huddleston on the World of David Lynch
Film writer Tom Huddleston has penned a great tribute and study of filmmaker, artist and musician David Lynch. Huddleston's David Lynch: His Work, His World is the perfect coffee table book to unnerve...Show More
10) Why? Episode 370- ERB-1 Touring a Nuclear Power Plant
Did you know the first town lit by nuclear power in the US was in Idaho? Did you know you could tour the reactor that created this amazing advancement in power? We talk with Shelly Norman, the senior ...Show More