S3Ep5: There Was a Trigger Warning Book Bus (ft. Becky Vandermark)

S3Ep6: Storytime- Running (A Family Affair)

Welcome to this week’s Storytime episode.  On the off weeks from interviews, there are shorter, storytime episodes.  These episodes will share one or two stories and the story behind them. This week is all about one of my favorite activities: running.  It’s my favorite way to de-stress, to get away, and to keep my body strong.  But why?  Where did it all begin?  That’s a simple question.  It’s all a matter of family.    Special Thanks to: My family for starting me on the path to becoming a runner and encouraging my passion for all these years.   Alex (my sound guru) Helena and Weston Fantz (of the band Not Jupiter) for the music My Wife and Daughter You   More information on Relay Iowa:  https://www.relayia.org/ [https://www.relayia.org/]    More information on Alive and Running Iowa https://www.aliveandrunningiowa.com/events/ [https://www.aliveandrunningiowa.com/events/]    Instagram:  oncetherewasapod [https://www.instagram.com/oncetherewasapod/] Facebook: Once There Was a Podcast [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559986319071] Email: oncetherewasapod@gmail.com [oncetherewasapod@gmail.com] Linktree: https://linktr.ee/oncetherewasapod [https://linktr.ee/oncetherewasapod]  Storytime Submission Link (requires a sign-in for security reasons): https://forms.gle/Qd4XCkrBxtBnJeRp9 [https://forms.gle/Qd4XCkrBxtBnJeRp9]   Additional Audio and Music: Music by Helena and Weston Fantz (Not Jupiter) [https://open.spotify.com/artist/0yDEPuoGXhbTgnAF42xjBF?si=Gfb_1uvzTW2pJUbx2qBTEQ]

S3Ep5: There Was a Trigger Warning Book Bus (ft. Becky Vandermark)

Our next guest is Becky Vandermark.  She’s a veteran, a former educator, a law enforcement officer, but most importantly today, she’s the owner of Trigger Warning Book Bus.  Trigger Warning is a mobile romance and romantasy book store.  Join us as we discuss finding a love of reading, developing ways to fill your cup, the importance of romance novels, and some book recommendations with varying levels of spice.     Storytime: It Was Freaking Awesome   Special Thanks to: Becky Vandermark Alex (my sound guru) Helena and Weston Fantz (of the band Not Jupiter) for the music My Wife and Daughter  You   Trigger Warning Book Bus Website [https://www.triggerwarningbookbus.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnjIkQlaL--0XS1GVWRf3P6KGv7y4eZWSYL6y_HdYR-NJEL7rS-xx3Z-nDEm8_aem_A6LBP3jjro93m69-2EcA6Q] Instagram:  Oncetherewasapod [https://www.instagram.com/oncetherewasapod/] Trigger Warning Book Bus Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/triggerwarningbookbus/] Facebook: Once There Was a Podcast [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559986319071] Podcast Email: oncetherewasapod@gmail.com [oncetherewasapod@gmail.com] Linktree: https://linktr.ee/oncetherewasapod [https://linktr.ee/oncetherewasapod]  Storytime Submission Link (requires a sign-in for security reasons): https://forms.gle/Qd4XCkrBxtBnJeRp9 [https://forms.gle/Qd4XCkrBxtBnJeRp9]   Additional Audio and Music: Music by Helena and Weston Fantz (Not Jupiter) [https://open.spotify.com/artist/0yDEPuoGXhbTgnAF42xjBF?si=Gfb_1uvzTW2pJUbx2qBTEQ] High School Crowd 1/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound [https://www.epidemicsound.com/]

S3Ep4: Storytime- Taps

Welcome to this week's Storytime episode.  On the off weeks from interviews, there are shorter, storytime episodes.  These episodes will share one or two stories and the story behind them. We are quickly approaching the unofficial start of summer: Memorial Day.  It’s a day set aside for grilling, days on the water, but, most importantly, it’s a day of remembrance.  All across the country, Memorial Day services and celebrations will occur at town squares, churches, and cemeteries.  At each of those locations, you’ll probably hear the sounding of Taps.  This week’s episode is in honor of those who bugle and play that final call.   Please check out: https://www.tapsacrossamerica.org/   Special Thanks to: Jordan Pollock for providing some of the history of taps Alex (my sound guru) Helena and Weston Fantz (of the band Not Jupiter) for the music My Wife and Daughter You   Instagram:  oncetherewasapod [https://www.instagram.com/oncetherewasapod/] Facebook: Once There Was a Podcast [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559986319071] Email: oncetherewasapod@gmail.com [oncetherewasapod@gmail.com] Linktree: https://linktr.ee/oncetherewasapod [https://linktr.ee/oncetherewasapod]  Storytime Submission Link (requires a sign-in for security reasons): https://forms.gle/Qd4XCkrBxtBnJeRp9 [https://forms.gle/Qd4XCkrBxtBnJeRp9]   Additional Audio and Music: Music by Helena and Weston Fantz (Not Jupiter) [https://open.spotify.com/artist/0yDEPuoGXhbTgnAF42xjBF?si=Gfb_1uvzTW2pJUbx2qBTEQ] Taps

S3E3: There Was a Science Communicator (ft. Caleb Bonyun, Physicsisfun_official)

Our next guest is Caleb Bonyun.  He’s part of the physics department at MIT, but you can find him on social media under the handle of physicsisfun_official.  Join us as we discuss finding a love for physics, wanting to help people find that love, the importance of science communication, and juggling an online presence.     Storytime: Never say never   Special Thanks to: Caleb Bonyun Alex (my sound guru) Helena and Weston Fantz (of the band Not Jupiter) for the music My Wife and Daughter  You Instagram:  Oncetherewasapod [https://www.instagram.com/oncetherewasapod/] Physicsisfun_official Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/physicsisfun_official/] Facebook: Once There Was a Podcast [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559986319071] Podcast Email: oncetherewasapod@gmail.com [oncetherewasapod@gmail.com] Linktree: https://linktr.ee/oncetherewasapod [https://linktr.ee/oncetherewasapod]  linktr.ee/physicsisfun [https://l.instagram.com/?u=http%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fphysicsisfun%3Futm_source%3Dig%26utm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_content%3Dlink_in_bio%26fbclid%3DPAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnaSSvBDF7A_zIYfz-7P-7hktDisgRQmq4-Ep6gKSBFTofEyDZLO0OU6MFduY_aem_hJNmYLBS-ZmuwQ4qvEp6OA&e=AT6oXJ3Xz63Lr-Vuj_64CX3qrBr85q-IS_Eq1t6wtitRuXZH5c7lA7UCZi0WZMR46YUo3XX8CP46fb0Jk3zZh9_rNacS0zcVUaS0BVpZLg] Storytime Submission Link (requires a sign-in for security reasons): https://forms.gle/Qd4XCkrBxtBnJeRp9 [https://forms.gle/Qd4XCkrBxtBnJeRp9]   Additional Audio and Music: Music by Helena and Weston Fantz (Not Jupiter) [https://open.spotify.com/artist/0yDEPuoGXhbTgnAF42xjBF?si=Gfb_1uvzTW2pJUbx2qBTEQ] Franz Gordon/Morning Blues/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound [https://www.epidemicsound.com/] High School Crowd 1/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound [https://www.epidemicsound.com/]

S3Ep2: Storytime- Mrs. Miller (Teacher Appreciation Week)

Welcome to our first Storytime Episode of Season 3.  On the off weeks from interviews, there are shorter, storytime episodes.  These episodes will share one or two stories and the story behind them. This week is Teacher Appreciation Week.  I take time to tell the story of my middle school band director, Mrs. Miller, and take a little extra time to thank all of the fine arts teachers I’ve had in my life.  Sometime before the week ends, I hope you take the time to thank an influential fine arts teacher in your life!  Special Thanks to: Mrs. Miller Ms. V Mr. Schacherer Mrs. Arends Mrs. Avery Mr. and Mrs. Poppen Mr. Harms Mr. Bendt Mr. Wendt Fine Arts Teachers Everywhere!  Alex (my sound guru) Helena and Weston Fantz (of the band Not Jupiter) for the music My Wife and Daughter You   Instagram:  oncetherewasapod [https://www.instagram.com/oncetherewasapod/] Facebook: Once There Was a Podcast [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559986319071] Email: oncetherewasapod@gmail.com [oncetherewasapod@gmail.com] Linktree: https://linktr.ee/oncetherewasapod [https://linktr.ee/oncetherewasapod]  Storytime Submission Link (requires a sign-in for security reasons): https://forms.gle/Qd4XCkrBxtBnJeRp9 [https://forms.gle/Qd4XCkrBxtBnJeRp9]   Additional Audio and Music: Music by Helena and Weston Fantz (Not Jupiter) [https://open.spotify.com/artist/0yDEPuoGXhbTgnAF42xjBF?si=Gfb_1uvzTW2pJUbx2qBTEQ]