Hypothetical: A What If? Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode we had the pleasure of talking to Karthik Sekar. Karthik Sekar is a trained scientist and engineer with a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Northwestern University and a postdoctoral position in Systems Biology at ETH Zurich. Karthik is the author of “After Meat: The case for an amazing meat-free world.” The book focuses on the technological reasons for why we’ll shift away from animal products. To this end we chose the to explore the hypothetical, “What if The Govt funded meat alternatives in the 70s like they did energy ?” We discussed multiple scenarios in relation to various future paths. Examining alternate histories in which America and the World, at large have decided to fund and implement more innovative nutritional options. Karthik was a pleasure to talk to and his book is a definite must read. You can find Karthik online at: Karthiksekar.com

When you think of insects there is often an " factor, after all they are considered to be pests to most of the public. Most of us would rather call an exterminator than entertain dealing with any kind of "pest". After you listen to this episode your perspective on insects may change or at the least, broaden. Enter our guest Lauren Taranow. Lauren has taken a passion for learning about insects of all kinds and turned it into a profitable and unique career path. Lauren is the President of Symton Black Soldier Fly. Based out of College Station ,Texas Symton BSF Inc specializes in the field of black soldier fly commercialization. They supply larvae to multiple customers all over the globe. In this episode we explore the hypothetical, "What if humanity had to survive on insects as a food source?" In this instance we are assuming that all other means of convention food sources are scarce or becoming so. Options for how humanity could use insects on a larger scale becomes abundantly clear the deeper our discussion goes. So pull up a seat and ready your silverware and napkins as Lauren joins us in planning a meal prepared from critters. Each of us chooses a dish that just might surprise you. If you have a suggestion for a dish made from insects ...please shoot us us an email or drop us a line on Twitter and we'll pass it on to Lauren. If we get enough suggestions we will work on making an insect recipe book with Symton BSF. You can find Lauren online at: Symton BSF @SymtonBSF

In this episode we have the pleasure of talking to Margaret Davis, accomplished harpist and lead singer of Astoria Window. We talk with Margaret about what attracted her to the harp and how family played a role in her choice to persue an interest in the arts. She highlights the intricate nature of producing the awesome sounds that emanate from her musical weapon of choice. Hypothetically , we explore: ” What if being artistsic was compulsory?” From how it would affect mankind personally to the broader implications for society. It was a pleasure talking to Margaret as well as learning more about the music created with her band/collaboration, Astoria Window. If you listen carefully you’ll hear their new single, “Cabin Fever”, at the midpoint of this podcast. You can find Maraget online at: Website – margdavismusic.com Instagram – @margdavismusic Instagram – @astoriawindow Want to work with awesome companies or advertise your product/podcast? Podcorn (Podcorn.com) is the answer. Sign up and start monetizing while also showing support.

Happy Halloween What If’ers!!! This spooky season we have a special guest…. Horror Host Mikey Sevier!!! Mikey is a ghoul of many talents: Master of Sevier Manor, Creator of spine-tingling masks, and Spook Show Host. We discuss all things monster with Mikey in this hypothetical…. Imagining what the world might be like if Dracula worked the same shift as you or The Mummy frequented the same gym you worked out at. The conclusions we come to are thought provoking and hilarious simultaneously. Be sure to check us out on Vurbl also.. https://vurbl.com/station/A6VCr0LvqsK/ You can find Mikey on line at: YouTube: Mikey Sevier’s Spook Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeysevier/

In this episode we have the awesome pleasure of talking to the lead singer of thrash metal band Diabology, Jesse Bergen. We discuss the origins of the band as well as what has influenced them stylistically…. The band as a whole is young, but make no mistake, they can shred with the best of them. Be sure to wait after the interview to here their recent single, “Seas of Eternity”… ..Jesse ( 2nd on the left) and Diabology.. We decided to have a little fun with the hypothetical… Josh and I vs Jesse. We each put together a supergroup consisting of : A vocalist, a guitarist, a bassist, a drummer, and multi-instrumentalist. What ensued was an interesting and fun examination of generational preference. If you wanna find Diabology online: Website: https://diabology.bandcamp.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Diabology8

In this episode we talk to undertaker, author, and podcast host Harlequin Grim. We discuss what Harlequin does in regards to undertaking as well as his love for writing and podcasting in the horror genre. The hypothetical that Harlequin chose was, “What if necromancy were real?” We delve into the implications involved in bring back the dead via magical means. We examine how daily life would be affected as well how social norms would change. Harlequin is well spoken, with a sharp wit and a delightful sarcastic twinge. Do yourself a favor and subscribe to his podcast, Mania, and be sure to visit and follow his social media accounts info on his writing. You can follow Harlequin Grim online at: Website: wwww.harlequingrim.com Twitter: @harlequingrim Mania Podcast: http://harlequingrim.com/mania-podcast-homepage

In this episode we talk to comedian, writer, extra and, professional cupcake eater Ronny Pascale. Ronny discusses some of his radio and tv work with us, as well as some of his childhood shenanigans. Ronnys silly sense of humour is genuinely infectious at times, but in a good way…. Lol. As for the hypothetical, we each delve into our plans to fake our own deaths. What starts out detailed plans quickly devolves into absurdity. You can find Ronny online at: Twitter- @ronnypascale Instagram – @ronnypascale

In this episode we have the distinct pleasure of getting to talk to Adult Actress, Sara Jay. Pardon the pun, but Sara wears many hats.... In addition to her lengthy porn career she is a business woman, entrepreneur, and accomplished content producer. Mykahl talks to Sara about how she got her start in the Adult Film industry as well as some of the challenges faced by porn stars that try to simply access the same services that anyone uses. We discuss what it might be like to live with Hyperthymesia.. For better and worse. Sara is funny, well spoken, and down to earth . Blunt but sexy and unaplogetic with her opinions. It was a pleasure chatting with her. Don't believe us? Give it a listen. You can find Sara on the following and platforms: SaraJay.com Twitter: @Sarajayxxx

In this episode we have the awesome pleasure of talking to Seth Nicholas Johnson, founder of Haunted Birthday Records. Seth is definitely multifaceted as he is also a podcast producer for Howstuffworks? as well as an animator.

Josh and I take this opportunity to ask Seth about his many work experiences as well as what spurred him on to create his unique record label,Haunted Birthday Records. Seth has a definite passion for fostering creativity and making such audio expressions accessible to the public, in our opinion, a very awesome way. He makes it possible to preserve your music by personally making records out of nearly anything suggested...

The website for Haunted Birthday Records describes the process best:

"At HAUNTED BIRTHDAY RECORDS, we make handmade, small-batch, lathe-embossed records the old-fashioned way— mono, lo-fi, and one at a time."

Along with Seth we explore his chosen hypothetical : What If the internet disappeared tomorrow and what would happen to music? A few scenarios emerge and the suggested solutions to keep music alive may just surprise you....

You can find Seth online at:

Haunted Birthday Records

https://sethnjohnson.tumblr.com/

In this episode we have the pleasure of interviewing Comedian/Content Creator Donavan "Yung Cripp" Castillo . We discuss his life, regarding his popularity on YouTube , the challenges of being a disabled content creator online and his "feud" with fellow YouTuber Ricky Berwick... Donovan had the honor of picking this episodes hypothetical, " What if you could recast The Suicide Squad?" Hilarity ensues as each of us infuse our own opinions on who should be in each role.