Phoenix Educational Programming

Matt Storrs explains America's true greatest pastime, professional wrestling, to expert Dale Rasmussen. Dale drops an elbow of knowledge, correcting Matt and exposing the roots of what could be a true art form. They talk AEW and WWE. They discuss tag teams, natural disasters, and the prison industrial complex.   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/matt-storrs/support

Matt Storrs chats with clinical ethicist Lexi White and tries to decipher what she does based on word association. He gets shockingly close. They go on to discuss the Hippocratic Oath dealio and the best time to discuss Kirkergard and when somewhat might lose a foot.  In a first for the show, and despite Matt's lack of knowledge on the subject, there's a decent chance the episode could be used to teach people about the profession. Be sure to sign up to be an organ donor and thank your DMV worker the next time you're there. If it's stressful for you, it's much worse for them.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/matt-storrs/support

Matt Storrs discusses the history of bagels with Charles Blokenfeld (https://www.instagram.com/bagelfelds/). After starting into the bagel-making business, Charles has made Bagelfeld's (29th Street and Thomas) a Phoenix staple being one of the only independent bagel shops in America's 5th largest city. That doesn't stop the drove of people thinking they know better. Many well-meaning experts (6-12-year-olds) insist the pizza bagel be added to the menu. We talk water, we talk temperature, we talk Polish material gifts. Enjoy.  Learn More: https://www.bagelfeld.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bagelfelds/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/matt-storrs/support

Matt Storrs chats with Archer Rosenkrantz (https://linktr.ee/archiebeshort) and links the furry fandom to Ancient myth and legend. Did it all start out of a hybrid cult of the furries and Dionysus? Unlikely. That doesn't stop Archer from setting Matt straight and explaining the history of a joyful and welcoming community. Learn More: https://furscience.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/matt-storrs/support

The true reason for the burning of the city of Alexandria is REVEALED as Matt Storrs sits down with Shawn Collins (All Puppet Players) to discuss live puppet theater. There's talk of spells, stagecraft, and a passing reference to Corey Feldman. The history of puppets and puppeteering is vast and full of wonder, unfortunately, Matt seems to think he knows about the secret history.  Find out more: If you're in Phoenix, get your tickets to Die Hard: A Christmas Story https://tickets.phoenixtheatre.com/overview/14600 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/matt-storrs/support

Napoleon didn't listen to his generals or his hand puppet. Had he, the world could have been very different. Matt Storrs sits down with Emmett Montgomery (Sugar Plum Gary, in December, go see it if you can!) and discusses a passion project of paper bag puppets.  https://www.instagram.com/emmettmontgomery/?hl=en See Emmett in Sugar Plum Gary this December at 18th and Union in Seattle! https://ci.ovationtix.com/34824/production/1143307 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/matt-storrs/support

Matt Storrs sits down with scientist turned stand-up comic Ben Miller (IG @thisisbenmiller) to discuss scanning electron microscopes. In a greatly personal journey Matt details the scientific black market, the ethics of lab animals, and the movie What the *Bleep* Do We Know. Ben patiently listens and then details the ins and outs of a fascinating scientific tool.  See Ben's show (Stand-Up Science) at Grove 34 on November 19, 2022! https://www.grove34.com/event-details/stand-up-science Learn more: https://www.nanoscience.com/techniques/scanning-electron-microscopy/  https://serc.carleton.edu/research_education/geochemsheets/techniques/SEM.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scanning_electron_microscope  https://www.researchgate.net/publication/243652622_The_fiftieth_anniversary_of_the_first_applications_of_the_scanning_electron_microscope_in_materials_research --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/matt-storrs/support

Matt Storrs sits down and explains rodeos to James Mac a comedian and former bull rider/team roper. Did you know the origins of this wonderful sport? Matt seems to think it has a basis in dressage. James sets him straight, but we're left with lingering questions about the source of clothing on Rodeo Drive. There's danger, there's competition, and there are more than a few inaccuracies.  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/james-mac-stand-up-comedy-special-taping-tickets-434508936927?fbclid=IwAR19WsRdR8rkUZ3eN-Hd-bqpRoyQ_0cQVtF-NgGe_-gEj3RlAUtY0-0GlI0  Find James Mac online at @jamesmaccomedy  Learn more about rodeo here: https://prorodeo.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/matt-storrs/support

Matt speaks with reluctant podcasting expert Tristan Miller (@tristanjmiller) and they do a podcast about podcasts. We discuss the link between NPR pledge drives and new podcasts as well as male discomfort with friendship. It's far too inside baseball for a second episode, and it's an absolute delight to listen to Tristan try and listen to Matt get podcasting 85% right. Just wait till you see your favorite podcast merch as prolific as football jerseys.  Surely we got something wrong and I can't wait for you to tell me what it was.  See Tristan at The Lincoln Lodge in Chicago on November 10!! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/manic-impressive-tickets-431270029267 Learn more: Hell https://www.tristanjmiller.com/focus-testing --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/matt-storrs/support

Matt speaks with a Satanist and gets a shocking amount right. Satanic panic and Highlight Magazine linked? Possibly. Seitan, a covert Satanist food item? It could be. Is "Covert Food Item" a decent band name? We think so. Dresden Visage, who does not represent the Satanic Temple in any way, sets Matt straight and we learn that Satanists can be Protestant too.  Learn more:  Speak of the Devil: How The Satanic Temple is Changing the Way We Talk about Religion Compassionate Satanism: An Introduction to Modern Satanic Practice --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-storrs/support

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