The Pen Pals Podcast
The Pen Pals Podcast
Every week, your pen pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel respond to the letters you send them on topics ranging from free will to freeway etiquette, from mental health to manatees. Seek advice. Tell a story. Vent. Send a letter. It's your podcast, we just talk about it. Send your letters to thepenpalspod@gmail.com!Social links:
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RE: New Identity & Hole in the Roof Gang
Dear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Jeff asks us how we would reinvent ourselves with a new identity within 24 hours. Letter two comes from Luke, who asks us about if we have a favorite show or movie where you root for the bad guy. We also talk about sunglasses, drug dealers, breaking bad, a…
48:17Explicit
RE: Undiscovered Art & Butterfly Effect
Dear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Ryan asks us if there is a purpose for creating art even if it doesn't reach anybody. Letter two comes from Samantha, who asks us if any crazy world events have dictated where we are today. We also talk about negative reviews, vibrato, pet nicknames, and m…
59:47Explicit
Todd Glass | RE: Rituals & Good Stuff Gone Bad
Dear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are re-joined by our friend Todd Glass! Letter one comes from Derek, a Paller who asks us about our daily rituals. In letter two, Kristin asks us, what is something that you absolutely love to do or experience, but if you did it all day everyday forever and e…
1:09:15Explicit
RE: Video Games & Christmas Lights
Dear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one comes from Tony who wants to talk video games! In letter two, Anna & Nat ask for our Christmas light preference. We also talk about Daniel’s special Rose Gold, out today! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory Scovel
49:03Explicit
RE: Pen Pals Announcement
Dear Pennies and Pallers, If you haven't had a chance to listen to the Plugs & Hugs section of last week's episode, I wanted to get you up to speed on a big Pen Pals update...have a listen! I wish you well, sincerely, Producer Lissa
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RE: Gifting Books & The Perfect Album
Dear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Tom wants to know our favorite books to give as gifts. Letter two is from Alex, who asks for our favorite album. We also talk The Simpsons, Lissa’s book club snafu, a huge update about this show, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel…
57:41Explicit
RE: Innocent Until Proven Guilty & Kids’ Existential Questions
Dear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one is from Lulu, who is struggling with how to treat her neighbor who has been accused of a heinous crime (content warning - this letter and our responses address sexual abuse - if you need to you can skip ahead to 39:30). In letter two, Kristin regales us her fou…
1:05:52Explicit
Andrew Youngblood | RE: No Body Odor & Cheat Meals
Dear Pennies and Pallers, This week we are joined by our friend Andrew Youngblood! Letter one comes from Emma, who insists she doesn't have any body odor and wonders, is showering every nine days enough? In letter two, Cesar asks us about our favorite cheat meals. We also talk about phallic molds,…
50:07Explicit
RE: Iowa State Fair & Deck of Cards
Dear Pennies and Pallers, Letter one is from Stuart, who runs a saltwater taffy stand at the Iowa State Fair. In letter two, Chris hits us with some mind-blowing stats about shuffling decks of cards. We also talk holding our breath, jeans, magic tricks and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your…
57:09Explicit
RE: Diner Regular & Faith-Based Companies
Dear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Jen tells us about becoming a regular at a diner with an overbearing server. Letter two comes from Steve, who asks us about how to navigate working at a faith based company. We also talk about Blade Runner, Rory's favorite video game "Conduct Together," our…
49:15Explicit