Thank You For Calling! Podcast
1) Matt Alexander: Really Intensely Personal
Just over three years ago, Matt Alexander founded Need, a publication that releases exclusive, curated clothing and products for "the modern gentleman". They later addedForemost, a line of affordable,...Show More
2) Juan in a Million
One of Austin's most iconic taco joints turns 35 years old in July. Juan in a Million is known as much for their triple-sized signature "Don Juan" breakfast tacos as they are for owner Juan Meza's leg...Show More
3) Taqueria Chihuahua
On the highway from one major city in Texas to another, there's always at least one really good, locally-owned place to eat. A little over 40 miles outside of Austin on the way to Houston is Taqueria ...Show More
4) Sweat Equity
What happens when (once a week at minimum) the same 40 customers are willing to wait over twelve hours to watch one movie for free?
5) Annie Did Elvis' Nails
Annie used to do Elvis' nails, doesn't care about famous people, and is the best designated driver on the planet. We need more "Annies" in the world.
6) What Makes Good Sex Happen
Emily Nagoski talks about her work as a sex educator and the misconceptions she's faced with when people stop her in the grocery store to ask her about their sex lives.
7) Average Call Time
Liz Furl left waiting tables behind to work in a call center. Little did she realize how much more difficult it would be to tell Medicare applicants that "there's no update on your status". Listen to...Show More
8) Shop Forever
Venturing out during Black Friday weekend can be fascinating when you go not to shop, but to assess how American shopping culture has become its own form of zombie pandemic.
9) Guilt is a Good Thing
Before Friar Gabriel Mosher joined the Dominican Order, he worked in both fast food and bill collection. How does dealing with people who demand a "Medium" Frosty inform taking on religious life?
10) Kickstarter and The 99% Barrier
Drew Westphal and Anna Bartenstein run the customer service machine behind musician Jonathan Coulton. They cover everything, from emails about orders or general questions to the still-being-fulfilled,...Show More