The Station Wagon Podcast: Exploring Mindfulness and Sibling Rivalry Thu, 04 Dec 2025 23:45:16 +0000 Thu, 04 Dec 2025 23:45:16 +0000 Libsyn RSSgen 1.0 http://wagonpod.com en http://wagonpod.com https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/e/f/6/d/ef6d05062f38dd30/avatars-000176271883-ug8jm3-original.jpg The Station Wagon Podcast: Exploring Mindfulness and Sibling Rivalry Marc Shecter and Julie Kinn no The Station Wagon Podcast wagonpodcast@gmail.com episodic no Siblings Marc Shecter and Julie Kinn give you a close look at the science and history of the things we take for granted. Then they give up the topic for a couple of weeks and tell you how it goes! Ep 50: Self-affirmation Ep 50: Self-affirmation Sat, 04 May 2019 20:54:12 +0000 After a long break, Marc and Julie are back with lots of nice stuff to say to themselves. Grab your mirror, and enjoy this ep all about the science and history of self-affirmation!

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Credits

  • This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity.
  • All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own.
  • Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure Kills

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]]> After a long break, Marc and Julie are back with lots of nice stuff to say to themselves. Grab your mirror, and enjoy this ep all about the science and history of self-affirmation!

Be Social Credits
  • This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity.
  • All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own.
  • Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure Kills
Give
  • Send your cash to Planned Parenthood or one of the other great organizations devoted to providing quality care to all!
]]> 47:29 false full After a long break, Marc and Julie are back with lots of nice stuff to say to themselves. Grab your mirror, and enjoy this ep all about the science and history of self-affirmation! Be Social Leave us feedback on Itunes (or wherever). Join the discussion in our Facebook Group. Tweet at us @Wagonpod Credits This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity. All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own. Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure Kills Give  Send your cash to Planned Parenthood or one of the other great organizations devoted to providing quality care to all!After a long break, Marc and Julie are back with lots of nice stuff to say to themselves. Grab your mirror, and enjoy this ep all about the science and history of self-affirmation! Be Social Leave us feedback on Itunes (or wherever). Join the discussion in our Facebook Group. Tweet at us @Wagonpod Credits This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity. All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own. Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure Kills Give  Send your cash to Planned Parenthood or one of the other great organizations devoted to providing quality care to all! Ep 49: Mirrors Ep 49: Mirrors Sun, 03 Feb 2019 23:12:12 +0000 Don't take your reflection for granted. Learn about the history and science of looking in mirrors and what happens when we (tried to) give them up for a couple of weeks.

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Credits

  • This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity.
  • All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own.
  • Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure Kills

Give 

  • Send your cash to Planned Parenthood or one of the other great organizations devoted to providing quality care to all!
]]> Don't take your reflection for granted. Learn about the history and science of looking in mirrors and what happens when we (tried to) give them up for a couple of weeks.

Be Social Credits
  • This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity.
  • All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own.
  • Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure Kills
Give
  • Send your cash to Planned Parenthood or one of the other great organizations devoted to providing quality care to all!
]]> 41:08 false full Don't take your reflection for granted. Learn about the history and science of looking in mirrors and what happens when we (tried to) give them up for a couple of weeks. Be Social Leave us feedback on Itunes (or wherever). Join the discussion in our Facebook Group. Tweet at us @Wagonpod Credits This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity. All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own. Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure Kills Give  Send your cash to Planned Parenthood or one of the other great organizations devoted to providing quality care to all!Don't take your reflection for granted. Learn about the history and science of looking in mirrors and what happens when we (tried to) give them up for a couple of weeks. Be Social Leave us feedback on Itunes (or wherever). Join the discussion in our Facebook Group. Tweet at us @Wagonpod Credits This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity. All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own. Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure Kills Give  Send your cash to Planned Parenthood or one of the other great organizations devoted to providing quality care to all! Ep 48: Food Variety Ep 48: Food Variety Sat, 12 Jan 2019 17:51:49 +0000 How many varieties of Doritos do we actually need? What happens when we give up food variety? Learn the science and history of diet variation and follow along for Marc and Julie's experiment!

Please note: This is the episode in which we go for a more organic, less-edited feel. I.e, Hear Marc make lots of notes to himself about editing, which Julie deliberately ignores because she got to edit this one [insert evil laughing].

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Credits

  • This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity.
  • All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own.
  • Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure Kills
]]> How many varieties of Doritos do we actually need? What happens when we give up food variety? Learn the science and history of diet variation and follow along for Marc and Julie's experiment!

Please note: This is the episode in which we go for a more organic, less-edited feel. I.e, Hear Marc make lots of notes to himself about editing, which Julie deliberately ignores because she got to edit this one [insert evil laughing].

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  • This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity.
  • All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own.
  • Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure Kills
]]> 48:23 false full How many varieties of Doritos do we actually need? What happens when we give up food variety? Learn the science and history of diet variation and follow along for Marc and Julie's experiment! Please note: This is the episode in which we go for a more organic, less-edited feel. I.e, Hear Marc make lots of notes to himself about editing, which Julie deliberately ignores because she got to edit this one [insert evil laughing]. Be Social Leave us feedback on Itunes (or wherever). Join the discussion in our Facebook Group. Tweet at us @Wagonpod Credits This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity. All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own. Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure KillsHow many varieties of Doritos do we actually need? What happens when we give up food variety? Learn the science and history of diet variation and follow along for Marc and Julie's experiment! Please note: This is the episode in which we go for a more organic, less-edited feel. I.e, Hear Marc make lots of notes to himself about editing, which Julie deliberately ignores because she got to edit this one [insert evil laughing]. Be Social Leave us feedback on Itunes (or wherever). Join the discussion in our Facebook Group. Tweet at us @Wagonpod Credits This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity. All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own. Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure Kills Introduction to the Station Wagon Podcast Introduction to the Station Wagon Podcast Thu, 20 Dec 2018 00:55:24 +0000 Siblings Marc Shecter and Dr. Julie Kinn give you the science and history of the things in life we take for granted. After taking a closer look, they change their behavior for a couple of weeks and tell you how it goes!

 

]]> Siblings Marc Shecter and Dr. Julie Kinn give you the science and history of the things in life we take for granted. After taking a closer look, they change their behavior for a couple of weeks and tell you how it goes!

]]> 30 false full Siblings Marc Shecter and Dr. Julie Kinn give you the science and history of the things in life we take for granted. After taking a closer look, they change their behavior for a couple of weeks and tell you how it goes!  Siblings Marc Shecter and Dr. Julie Kinn give you the science and history of the things in life we take for granted. After taking a closer look, they change their behavior for a couple of weeks and tell you how it goes!   Ep 47: Pop Music Ep 47: Pop Music Fri, 07 Dec 2018 17:00:00 +0000 "Pop music is not a threatening style of music." -- Joan Jett. That's good to know since we are only listening to pop music and not our usual mix. Spoiler alert -- one of us like this, one of us didn't.

 

from https://www.memecenter.com/fun/1083684/when-i-listen-to-pop-music

]]> "Pop music is not a threatening style of music." -- Joan Jett. That's good to know since we are only listening to pop music and not our usual mix. Spoiler alert -- one of us like this, one of us didn't.

]]> 37:56 false full "Pop music is not a threatening style of music." -- Joan Jett. That's good to know since we are only listening to pop music and not our usual mix. Spoiler alert -- one of us like this, one of us didn't.  "Pop music is not a threatening style of music." -- Joan Jett. That's good to know since we are only listening to pop music and not our usual mix. Spoiler alert -- one of us like this, one of us didn't.   Ep 46: Sleep Deprivation Ep 46: Sleep Deprivation Fri, 09 Nov 2018 19:14:10 +0000 How much sleep do we actually need? We dive into the science and history of sleep, and then try to reduce our sleep for a couple of weeks to see how bad it really is.

Learn more about insomnia, sleep apneas, and all sorts of sleep disorders and treatments/tips for adults and kids from actual experts on the A Better Night's Sleep podcast (made for the military, but good for everyone!).

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Credits

Thank you's

Huge thanks to our listeners whose enthusiasm keeps us going! And to our spouses, children, and friends for putting up with us giving us feedback and contributing to the betterment of our show.

 

]]> How much sleep do we actually need? We dive into the science and history of sleep, and then try to reduce our sleep for a couple of weeks to see how bad it really is.

Learn more about insomnia, sleep apneas, and all sorts of sleep disorders and treatments/tips for adults and kids from actual experts on the A Better Night's Sleep podcast (made for the military, but good for everyone!).

Be Social Credits Thank you's

Huge thanks to our listeners whose enthusiasm keeps us going! And to our spouses, children, and friends for putting up with us giving us feedback and contributing to the betterment of our show.

]]> 33:19 false full How much sleep do we actually need? We dive into the science and history of sleep, and then try to reduce our sleep for a couple of weeks to see how bad it really is. Learn more about insomnia, sleep apneas, and all sorts of sleep disorders and treatments/tips for adults and kids from actual experts on the A Better Night's Sleep podcast (made for the military, but good for everyone!). Be Social Leave us feedback on Itunes. Join the discussion in our Facebook Group. Credits This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity. All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own. Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure Kills Thank you's Huge thanks to our listeners whose enthusiasm keeps us going! And to our spouses, children, and friends for putting up with us giving us feedback and contributing to the betterment of our show.  How much sleep do we actually need? We dive into the science and history of sleep, and then try to reduce our sleep for a couple of weeks to see how bad it really is. Learn more about insomnia, sleep apneas, and all sorts of sleep disorders and treatments/tips for adults and kids from actual experts on the A Better Night's Sleep podcast (made for the military, but good for everyone!). Be Social Leave us feedback on Itunes. Join the discussion in our Facebook Group. Credits This episode was recorded in Snoqualmie and Olympia, and produced at Shiny Object studios using Audacity. All research by Julie and Marc; all opinions are our own. Our music, "Modern Problems" is by The Pleasure Kills Thank you's Huge thanks to our listeners whose enthusiasm keeps us going! And to our spouses, children, and friends for putting up with us giving us feedback and contributing to the betterment of our show.   Ep 45: Gossip Ep 45: Gossip Sat, 08 Sep 2018 02:19:22 +0000 We become much better people by giving up gossip. Sort of. Tune in to learn all about the science and history of gossip and why giving it up is probably not a great idea.

]]> We become much better people by giving up gossip. Sort of. Tune in to learn all about the science and history of gossip and why giving it up is probably not a great idea.

]]> 35:59 false full We become much better people by giving up gossip. Sort of. Tune in to learn all about the science and history of gossip and why giving it up is probably not a great idea.We become much better people by giving up gossip. Sort of. Tune in to learn all about the science and history of gossip and why giving it up is probably not a great idea. Bonus: Marc Gives Julie Advice Bonus: Marc Gives Julie Advice Fri, 03 Aug 2018 20:20:36 +0000 Julie seeks advice from Marc on how to handle people who are seriously into medical treatments that have no scientific backing. Spoiler: he's not very helpful. Weigh in with your own recommendations on Twitter or Facebook. Please! We seriously need all the help we can get!

 

]]> Julie seeks advice from Marc on how to handle people who are seriously into medical treatments that have no scientific backing. Spoiler: he's not very helpful. Weigh in with your own recommendations on Twitter or Facebook. Please! We seriously need all the help we can get!

]]> 05:15 false full Julie seeks advice from Marc on how to handle people who are seriously into medical treatments that have no scientific backing. Spoiler: he's not very helpful. Weigh in with your own recommendations on Twitter or Facebook. Please! We seriously need all the help we can get!  Julie seeks advice from Marc on how to handle people who are seriously into medical treatments that have no scientific backing. Spoiler: he's not very helpful. Weigh in with your own recommendations on Twitter or Facebook. Please! We seriously need all the help we can get!   Ep 44: Cash vs. Credit Ep 44: Cash vs. Credit Thu, 26 Jul 2018 16:36:08 +0000 When is cash better than credit, and vice versa? Learn the history and science of how we pay for stuff, and find out what happens when we give up credit and virtual payments. Featuring guest star, "Olaf" and commercial break from Planned Parenthood.

]]> When is cash better than credit, and vice versa? Learn the history and science of how we pay for stuff, and find out what happens when we give up credit and virtual payments. Featuring guest star, "Olaf" and commercial break from Planned Parenthood.

]]> 29:09 false full When is cash better than credit, and vice versa? Learn the history and science of how we pay for stuff, and find out what happens when we give up credit and virtual payments. Featuring guest star, "Olaf" and commercial break from Planned Parenthood.When is cash better than credit, and vice versa? Learn the history and science of how we pay for stuff, and find out what happens when we give up credit and virtual payments. Featuring guest star, "Olaf" and commercial break from Planned Parenthood. Ep 43: Photography and Taking Pictures Ep 43: Photography and Taking Pictures Mon, 09 Jul 2018 03:37:02 +0000 We dig deep into the reasons why modern Westerners take pictures, and we find out what happens when we give up photography for a couple of weeks. Spoiler alert: Pebbles was the real victim of this experiment.

Commercial Break: Planned Parenthood

#science #history #podernfamily 

]]> We dig deep into the reasons why modern Westerners take pictures, and we find out what happens when we give up photography for a couple of weeks. Spoiler alert: Pebbles was the real victim of this experiment.

Commercial Break: Planned Parenthood

#science #history #podernfamily

]]> 43:13 false full We dig deep into the reasons why modern Westerners take pictures, and we find out what happens when we give up photography for a couple of weeks. Spoiler alert: Pebbles was the real victim of this experiment. Commercial Break: Planned Parenthood #science #history #podernfamily We dig deep into the reasons why modern Westerners take pictures, and we find out what happens when we give up photography for a couple of weeks. Spoiler alert: Pebbles was the real victim of this experiment. Commercial Break: Planned Parenthood #science #history #podernfamily  Bonus: Cheesy Clickbait Evaluation Bonus: Cheesy Clickbait Evaluation Sun, 24 Jun 2018 21:39:52 +0000 Join us for a minisode in which we dig into the research behind some delicious clickbait!

]]> Join us for a minisode in which we dig into the research behind some delicious clickbait!

]]> 07:34 false full Join us for a minisode in which we dig into the research behind some delicious clickbait!Join us for a minisode in which we dig into the research behind some delicious clickbait! Ep 42: Dreams and Dream Interpretation Ep 42: Dreams and Dream Interpretation Tue, 19 Jun 2018 02:24:42 +0000 It's a battle of the siblings: Marc Shecter thinks dream interpretation is enlightening, and Julie Kinn thinks it's cow dung. Spoiler alert: Julie's right. And cooler. And smells better. And is in charge of "show notes" this month.

Learn history and science of dreams and dream interpretation, and find out what Marc and Julie learn about themselves when they record their dreams for two weeks.

Commercial break:

P.S. Hey Marc, You're so ugly Hello Kitty said goodbye to you.

]]> It's a battle of the siblings: Marc Shecter thinks dream interpretation is enlightening, and Julie Kinn thinks it's cow dung. Spoiler alert: Julie's right. And cooler. And smells better. And is in charge of "show notes" this month.

Learn history and science of dreams and dream interpretation, and find out what Marc and Julie learn about themselves when they record their dreams for two weeks.

Commercial break:

P.S. Hey Marc, You're so ugly Hello Kitty said goodbye to you.

]]> 43:52 false full It's a battle of the siblings: Marc Shecter thinks dream interpretation is enlightening, and Julie Kinn thinks it's cow dung. Spoiler alert: Julie's right. And cooler. And smells better. And is in charge of "show notes" this month. Learn history and science of dreams and dream interpretation, and find out what Marc and Julie learn about themselves when they record their dreams for two weeks. Commercial break: Planned Parenthood The Meddling Kids Podcast (A Scooby-Doo Review) P.S. Hey Marc, You're so ugly Hello Kitty said goodbye to you.It's a battle of the siblings: Marc Shecter thinks dream interpretation is enlightening, and Julie Kinn thinks it's cow dung. Spoiler alert: Julie's right. And cooler. And smells better. And is in charge of "show notes" this month. Learn history and science of dreams and dream interpretation, and find out what Marc and Julie learn about themselves when they record their dreams for two weeks. Commercial break: Planned Parenthood The Meddling Kids Podcast (A Scooby-Doo Review) P.S. Hey Marc, You're so ugly Hello Kitty said goodbye to you. Ep 41: Lip Care Ep 41: Lip Care Mon, 21 May 2018 23:15:00 +0000 Marc and Julie's latest ep is like a user's guide for your mouth! Learn all about the history, science, and cultural significance of lipstick and lip balm. 

Plus, Julie even tried "grown up lady" make-up for a week (see below for proof)! It didn't end well. Can someone please help her, already?

Commercial break: Planned Parenthood

]]> Marc and Julie's latest ep is like a user's guide for your mouth! Learn all about the history, science, and cultural significance of lipstick and lip balm.

Plus, Julie even tried "grown up lady" make-up for a week (see below for proof)! It didn't end well. Can someone please help her, already?

Commercial break: Planned Parenthood

]]> 42:41 false full Marc and Julie's latest ep is like a user's guide for your mouth! Learn all about the history, science, and cultural significance of lipstick and lip balm.  Plus, Julie even tried "grown up lady" make-up for a week (see below for proof)! It didn't end well. Can someone please help her, already? Commercial break: Planned ParenthoodMarc and Julie's latest ep is like a user's guide for your mouth! Learn all about the history, science, and cultural significance of lipstick and lip balm.  Plus, Julie even tried "grown up lady" make-up for a week (see below for proof)! It didn't end well. Can someone please help her, already? Commercial break: Planned Parenthood Ep 40: Chocolate Ep 40: Chocolate Mon, 26 Mar 2018 04:34:31 +0000 Is white 'chocolate' chocolate? What's the deal with craving chocolate before menstruation? Is chocolate actually healthy? Find out with the latest ep of the Station Wagon Podcast, all about the history and science of chocolate (and what happens when hosts Marc Shecter and Julie Kinn tried to give it up for two weeks)!

Big thanks to:

]]> Is white 'chocolate' chocolate? What's the deal with craving chocolate before menstruation? Is chocolate actually healthy? Find out with the latest ep of the Station Wagon Podcast, all about the history and science of chocolate (and what happens when hosts Marc Shecter and Julie Kinn tried to give it up for two weeks)!

Big thanks to:

]]> 44:39 false full Is white 'chocolate' chocolate? What's the deal with craving chocolate before menstruation? Is chocolate actually healthy? Find out with the latest ep of the Station Wagon Podcast, all about the history and science of chocolate (and what happens when hosts Marc Shecter and Julie Kinn tried to give it up for two weeks)! Big thanks to: Chris Osborne of Play Comics Podcast The Pleasure Kills for the use of the song Modern Problems Is white 'chocolate' chocolate? What's the deal with craving chocolate before menstruation? Is chocolate actually healthy? Find out with the latest ep of the Station Wagon Podcast, all about the history and science of chocolate (and what happens when hosts Marc Shecter and Julie Kinn tried to give it up for two weeks)! Big thanks to: Chris Osborne of Play Comics Podcast The Pleasure Kills for the use of the song Modern Problems  Ep 39: Meditation and Relaxation Ep 39: Meditation and Relaxation Wed, 21 Feb 2018 23:14:29 +0000 We chill out in episode 39 and focus on the science and history of meditation, mindfulness, and relaxation. Learn about our two-week test: what worked, what didn't, and how Sanford and Sons can assist you during stressful times!

Shout-outs:

Be sure to try out the Military Meditation Coach podcast and the apps Julie mentioned: the Mindfulness Coach, Virtual Hope Box, and Breathe2Relax.

 

]]> We chill out in episode 39 and focus on the science and history of meditation, mindfulness, and relaxation. Learn about our two-week test: what worked, what didn't, and how Sanford and Sons can assist you during stressful times!

Shout-outs:

Be sure to try out the Military Meditation Coach podcast and the apps Julie mentioned: the Mindfulness Coach, Virtual Hope Box, and Breathe2Relax.

]]> 47:18 false full We chill out in episode 39 and focus on the science and history of meditation, mindfulness, and relaxation. Learn about our two-week test: what worked, what didn't, and how Sanford and Sons can assist you during stressful times! Shout-outs: Suzy of the Casual Birder Podcast Paul of Varmints Podcast Harvey of the 1240 Hangover Cure Podcast Be sure to try out the Military Meditation Coach podcast and the apps Julie mentioned: the Mindfulness Coach, Virtual Hope Box, and Breathe2Relax.  We chill out in episode 39 and focus on the science and history of meditation, mindfulness, and relaxation. Learn about our two-week test: what worked, what didn't, and how Sanford and Sons can assist you during stressful times! Shout-outs: Suzy of the Casual Birder Podcast Paul of Varmints Podcast Harvey of the 1240 Hangover Cure Podcast Be sure to try out the Military Meditation Coach podcast and the apps Julie mentioned: the Mindfulness Coach, Virtual Hope Box, and Breathe2Relax.   Ep 38: Nail Clipping, Filing and Biting Ep 38: Nail Clipping, Filing and Biting Mon, 15 Jan 2018 07:28:58 +0000 Marc and Julie talk about the history and science of traditional nail care. Learn what happens when they give up nail clippers and go Old School!

 

Important stuff:

]]> Marc and Julie talk about the history and science of traditional nail care. Learn what happens when they give up nail clippers and go Old School!

Important stuff:

]]> 47:09 false full Marc and Julie talk about the history and science of traditional nail care. Learn what happens when they give up nail clippers and go Old School!   Important stuff: Thanks to Brittney Miller (above) for the interview segment and inspiration! Thanks to Planned Parenthood for everything you doMarc and Julie talk about the history and science of traditional nail care. Learn what happens when they give up nail clippers and go Old School!   Important stuff: Thanks to Brittney Miller (above) for the interview segment and inspiration! Thanks to Planned Parenthood for everything you do Ep 37: Greeting Rituals Ep 37: Greeting Rituals Sun, 24 Dec 2017 14:51:12 +0000 How much do you acknowledge strangers walking by you on the sidewalk? What about acquaintances at work? Are you like Marc who hates humanity or Julie who tries to high-five random joggers? In this ep, we learn all about the science, history, and culture of modern greeting rituals -- and then talk about what happened when we went out of our way to give a friendly greeting (or at least eye contact and a head nod) to everyone on our path.

Special shout-outs:

 Join us on Facebook and Twitter!

]]> How much do you acknowledge strangers walking by you on the sidewalk? What about acquaintances at work? Are you like Marc who hates humanity or Julie who tries to high-five random joggers? In this ep, we learn all about the science, history, and culture of modern greeting rituals -- and then talk about what happened when we went out of our way to give a friendly greeting (or at least eye contact and a head nod) to everyone on our path.

Special shout-outs:

Join us on Facebook and Twitter!

]]> 01:02:33 false full How much do you acknowledge strangers walking by you on the sidewalk? What about acquaintances at work? Are you like Marc who hates humanity or Julie who tries to high-five random joggers? In this ep, we learn all about the science, history, and culture of modern greeting rituals -- and then talk about what happened when we went out of our way to give a friendly greeting (or at least eye contact and a head nod) to everyone on our path. Special shout-outs: Cecil Baldwin and Meg Bashwiner of Welcome to Nightvale for teaching up how to do vocal warm-ups at PodCon! The Washington Center for the Performing Arts The Toph of GravityBeard Podcast Kyle of the Merchants of Dirt Podcast Meddling Kids Podcast (Julie's awesome Scooby-Doo recap show) Big thanks to the friends who sent in clips we didn't have space to use! Especially Chris Osborne of The Play Comics Podcast and Jimmy from Jimmy Teaches Everything  Join us on Facebook and Twitter!How much do you acknowledge strangers walking by you on the sidewalk? What about acquaintances at work? Are you like Marc who hates humanity or Julie who tries to high-five random joggers? In this ep, we learn all about the science, history, and culture of modern greeting rituals -- and then talk about what happened when we went out of our way to give a friendly greeting (or at least eye contact and a head nod) to everyone on our path. Special shout-outs: Cecil Baldwin and Meg Bashwiner of Welcome to Nightvale for teaching up how to do vocal warm-ups at PodCon! The Washington Center for the Performing Arts The Toph of GravityBeard Podcast Kyle of the Merchants of Dirt Podcast Meddling Kids Podcast (Julie's awesome Scooby-Doo recap show) Big thanks to the friends who sent in clips we didn't have space to use! Especially Chris Osborne of The Play Comics Podcast and Jimmy from Jimmy Teaches Everything  Join us on Facebook and Twitter! Ep 36: Letter Writing Ep 36: Letter Writing Wed, 22 Nov 2017 17:34:52 +0000 We try connecting to friends and loved ones using written correspondence. Marc is a big baby about it, and Julie goes overboard. Learn about the history and science of letter writing!

Visit and connect with us:

Hear Julie's other show (The Meddling Kids Podcast)!

Read about one of Julie's studies on "Caring Letters"

And.... feel free to still send us mail! We'll write ya back!

Station Wagon Podcast, c/o Julie Kinn

1001 Cooper Point SW

Suite 140, PMB #369

Olympia, WA 98502 

]]> We try connecting to friends and loved ones using written correspondence. Marc is a big baby about it, and Julie goes overboard. Learn about the history and science of letter writing!

Visit and connect with us:

Hear Julie's other show (The Meddling Kids Podcast)!

Read about one of Julie's studies on "Caring Letters"

And.... feel free to still send us mail! We'll write ya back!

Station Wagon Podcast, c/o Julie Kinn

1001 Cooper Point SW

Suite 140, PMB #369

Olympia, WA 98502

]]> 46:38 false full We try connecting to friends and loved ones using written correspondence. Marc is a big baby about it, and Julie goes overboard. Learn about the history and science of letter writing! Visit and connect with us: http://wagonpod.com https://www.facebook.com/wagonpod/ https://twitter.com/wagonpod Hear Julie's other show (The Meddling Kids Podcast)! Read about one of Julie's studies on "Caring Letters" And.... feel free to still send us mail! We'll write ya back! Station Wagon Podcast, c/o Julie Kinn 1001 Cooper Point SW Suite 140, PMB #369 Olympia, WA 98502 We try connecting to friends and loved ones using written correspondence. Marc is a big baby about it, and Julie goes overboard. Learn about the history and science of letter writing! Visit and connect with us: http://wagonpod.com https://www.facebook.com/wagonpod/ https://twitter.com/wagonpod Hear Julie's other show (The Meddling Kids Podcast)! Read about one of Julie's studies on "Caring Letters" And.... feel free to still send us mail! We'll write ya back! Station Wagon Podcast, c/o Julie Kinn 1001 Cooper Point SW Suite 140, PMB #369 Olympia, WA 98502  Screen time minisode Screen time minisode Wed, 15 Nov 2017 19:38:28 +0000 Marc's kids take over the show for this minisode about giving up screens (TV, internet, video games, and computer).  

Connect with us at:

http://wagonpod.libsyn.com/

@Wagonpod

https://www.facebook.com/wagonpod/

 

]]> Marc's kids take over the show for this minisode about giving up screens (TV, internet, video games, and computer).

Connect with us at:

http://wagonpod.libsyn.com/

@Wagonpod

https://www.facebook.com/wagonpod/

]]> 08:35 false full Marc's kids take over the show for this minisode about giving up screens (TV, internet, video games, and computer).   Connect with us at: http://wagonpod.libsyn.com/ @Wagonpod https://www.facebook.com/wagonpod/  Marc's kids take over the show for this minisode about giving up screens (TV, internet, video games, and computer).   Connect with us at: http://wagonpod.libsyn.com/ @Wagonpod https://www.facebook.com/wagonpod/   Ep 35: Fried food Ep 35: Fried food Tue, 24 Oct 2017 23:08:39 +0000 Enjoy our latest foray into the science and history of things we take for granted. This time we focus on the ups, downs, and deliciousness of fried food and food cooked in oil. We then gave it up for a couple of weeks and nearly starved to death!

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]]> Enjoy our latest foray into the science and history of things we take for granted. This time we focus on the ups, downs, and deliciousness of fried food and food cooked in oil. We then gave it up for a couple of weeks and nearly starved to death!

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]]> 43:15 false full Enjoy our latest foray into the science and history of things we take for granted. This time we focus on the ups, downs, and deliciousness of fried food and food cooked in oil. We then gave it up for a couple of weeks and nearly starved to death! Twitter: @Wagonpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wagonpod/Enjoy our latest foray into the science and history of things we take for granted. This time we focus on the ups, downs, and deliciousness of fried food and food cooked in oil. We then gave it up for a couple of weeks and nearly starved to death! Twitter: @Wagonpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wagonpod/ Episode 34: Handedness Handedness Mon, 25 Sep 2017 12:38:36 +0000 Are you right-handed or left? This month we dig into the history, culture, and science of handedness (and we give up using our dominant hands for a couple of weeks to see how much a mess we can make)!

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]]> Are you right-handed or left? This month we dig into the history, culture, and science of handedness (and we give up using our dominant hands for a couple of weeks to see how much a mess we can make)!

Thanks to:

]]> 39:52 false 1 34 full Are you right-handed or left? This month we dig into the history, culture, and science of handedness (and we give up using our dominant hands for a couple of weeks to see how much a mess we can make)! Thanks to: The Pleasure Kills for the music Modern Problems Planned Parenthood The UnMovies Podcast The Not Your Little Lady Podcast The Sometimes Geek Podcast    Are you right-handed or left? This month we dig into the history, culture, and science of handedness (and we give up using our dominant hands for a couple of weeks to see how much a mess we can make)! Thanks to: The Pleasure Kills for the music Modern Problems Planned Parenthood The UnMovies Podcast The Not Your Little Lady Podcast The Sometimes Geek Podcast     Episode 33: Sugar Sugar Tue, 22 Aug 2017 22:01:14 +0000 We discuss the good and bad aspects of sugar in a regular diet, and then talk about what happens when we give it up. Highlights:

  • Julie almost loses it when she finds out that Doritos contain sugar
  • Marc doesn't understand how ice cream works
  • We test out a new show format (less history, more science). Let us know what you think! [Julie here -- I dislike it... please vote in my favor for the return of history!]

 

 

]]> We discuss the good and bad aspects of sugar in a regular diet, and then talk about what happens when we give it up. Highlights:

  • Julie almost loses it when she finds out that Doritos contain sugar
  • Marc doesn't understand how ice cream works
  • We test out a new show format (less history, more science). Let us know what you think! [Julie here -- I dislike it... please vote in my favor for the return of history!]

]]> 47:02 false full We discuss the good and bad aspects of sugar in a regular diet, and then talk about what happens when we give it up. Highlights: Julie almost loses it when she finds out that Doritos contain sugar Marc doesn't understand how ice cream works We test out a new show format (less history, more science). Let us know what you think! [Julie here -- I dislike it... please vote in my favor for the return of history!]    We discuss the good and bad aspects of sugar in a regular diet, and then talk about what happens when we give it up. Highlights: Julie almost loses it when she finds out that Doritos contain sugar Marc doesn't understand how ice cream works We test out a new show format (less history, more science). Let us know what you think! [Julie here -- I dislike it... please vote in my favor for the return of history!]     Episode 32: Filler Words Episode 32: Filler Words Sun, 16 Jul 2017 00:07:26 +0000 Julie and Marc attempt and fail, attempt again, and fail again to stop using filler words. You know, er, um, uh. Spoiler alert -- failure is a wonderful teacher as long as she doesn't smack one's knuckles when accidentally saying 'um'.

 

]]> Julie and Marc attempt and fail, attempt again, and fail again to stop using filler words. You know, er, um, uh. Spoiler alert -- failure is a wonderful teacher as long as she doesn't smack one's knuckles when accidentally saying 'um'.

]]> 49:06 false full Julie and Marc attempt and fail, attempt again, and fail again to stop using filler words. You know, er, um, uh. Spoiler alert -- failure is a wonderful teacher as long as she doesn't smack one's knuckles when accidentally saying 'um'.  Julie and Marc attempt and fail, attempt again, and fail again to stop using filler words. You know, er, um, uh. Spoiler alert -- failure is a wonderful teacher as long as she doesn't smack one's knuckles when accidentally saying 'um'.   Minisode 31.5 Shows we Love Minisode 31.5 Shows we Love Mon, 03 Jul 2017 19:10:48 +0000 A mini ep all about other shows we love, including Varmints (http://www.blazingcariboustudios.com/shows/varmints/), the Troyer Show (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6RP7K9miZ1Rdrk8XH-06iw), Wine and Crime (https://wineandcrimepodcast.com/), and Julie's newest show, The Meddling Kids Podcast (http://meddlingkidspod.com)!

]]> A mini ep all about other shows we love, including Varmints (http://www.blazingcariboustudios.com/shows/varmints/), the Troyer Show (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6RP7K9miZ1Rdrk8XH-06iw), Wine and Crime (https://wineandcrimepodcast.com/), and Julie's newest show, The Meddling Kids Podcast (http://meddlingkidspod.com)!

]]> 26:16 false full A mini ep all about other shows we love, including Varmints (http://www.blazingcariboustudios.com/shows/varmints/), the Troyer Show (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6RP7K9miZ1Rdrk8XH-06iw), Wine and Crime (https://wineandcrimepodcast.com/), and Julie's newest show, The Meddling Kids Podcast (http://meddlingkidspod.com)!A mini ep all about other shows we love, including Varmints (http://www.blazingcariboustudios.com/shows/varmints/), the Troyer Show (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6RP7K9miZ1Rdrk8XH-06iw), Wine and Crime (https://wineandcrimepodcast.com/), and Julie's newest show, The Meddling Kids Podcast (http://meddlingkidspod.com)! Episode 31: Giving up Slouching Episode 31: Giving up Slouching Sun, 04 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 In this episode we talk about having good posture, and try it out for ourselves. We also take a journey through time with Princess Putrescence as she tries out ways to improve her posture. Spoiler Alert--One of us needed more help than the other.

]]> In this episode we talk about having good posture, and try it out for ourselves. We also take a journey through time with Princess Putrescence as she tries out ways to improve her posture. Spoiler Alert--One of us needed more help than the other.

]]> 46:55 false full In this episode we talk about having good posture, and try it out for ourselves. We also take a journey through time with Princess Putrescence as she tries out ways to improve her posture. Spoiler Alert--One of us needed more help than the other.In this episode we talk about having good posture, and try it out for ourselves. We also take a journey through time with Princess Putrescence as she tries out ways to improve her posture. Spoiler Alert--One of us needed more help than the other. Minisode 2: Marc and Julie's Research Methods Minisode 2: Marc and Julie's Research Methods Fri, 05 May 2017 03:37:08 +0000 Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Marc and Julie do their background research for The Station Wagon Podcast. Hear more episodes at http://wagonpod.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wagonpod

]]> Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Marc and Julie do their background research for The Station Wagon Podcast. Hear more episodes at http://wagonpod.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wagonpod

]]> 07:41 false full Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Marc and Julie do their background research for The Station Wagon Podcast. Hear more episodes at http://wagonpod.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wagonpodGet a behind-the-scenes look at how Marc and Julie do their background research for The Station Wagon Podcast. Hear more episodes at http://wagonpod.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wagonpod Episode 30: Water Episode 30: Water Sat, 22 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +0000 "In wine there is wisdom, in beer there is Freedom, in water there is bacteria." - Benjamin Franklin In this episode do you think Julie and Marc have gained wisdom? Nope- we stopped drinking wine. Did they gain freedom? Nope, they stopped drinking beer. All that can be hoped for is that their water was clean and bacteria-free. Their bar is low.

]]> "In wine there is wisdom, in beer there is Freedom, in water there is bacteria." - Benjamin Franklin In this episode do you think Julie and Marc have gained wisdom? Nope- we stopped drinking wine. Did they gain freedom? Nope, they stopped drinking beer. All that can be hoped for is that their water was clean and bacteria-free. Their bar is low.

]]> 53:33 false full "In wine there is wisdom, in beer there is Freedom, in water there is bacteria." - Benjamin Franklin In this episode do you think Julie and Marc have gained wisdom? Nope- we stopped drinking wine. Did they gain freedom? Nope, they stopped drinking beer. All that can be hoped for is that their water was clean and bacteria-free. Their bar is low."In wine there is wisdom, in beer there is Freedom, in water there is bacteria." - Benjamin Franklin In this episode do you think Julie and Marc have gained wisdom? Nope- we stopped drinking wine. Did they gain freedom? Nope, they stopped drinking beer. All that can be hoped for is that their water was clean and bacteria-free. Their bar is low. Episode 29: Giving up Humor Episode 29: Giving up Humor Sat, 25 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 "Humor is just another defense against the universe" - Mel Brooks So check it out. In this episode we give up humor, our usual defense against the universe. Instead we pick up flamethrowers and big guns ala Aliens - spoiler alert- humor would've been more effective. Here's some keywords that crop up during this episode: yucky, Hebrew, impulse control, and career limiting. Among all the great points to learn, here's one keynote from Julie: When you have something that happens that makes your family laugh, write it down, share it, and revisit. Remembering funny family events is better for improving relationship satisfaction than remembering "important" family events.

]]> "Humor is just another defense against the universe" - Mel Brooks So check it out. In this episode we give up humor, our usual defense against the universe. Instead we pick up flamethrowers and big guns ala Aliens - spoiler alert- humor would've been more effective. Here's some keywords that crop up during this episode: yucky, Hebrew, impulse control, and career limiting. Among all the great points to learn, here's one keynote from Julie: When you have something that happens that makes your family laugh, write it down, share it, and revisit. Remembering funny family events is better for improving relationship satisfaction than remembering "important" family events.

]]> 39:11 false full "Humor is just another defense against the universe" - Mel Brooks So check it out. In this episode we give up humor, our usual defense against the universe. Instead we pick up flamethrowers and big guns ala Aliens - spoiler alert- humor would've been more effective. Here's some keywords that crop up during this episode: yucky, Hebrew, impulse control, and career limiting. Among all the great points to learn, here's one keynote from Julie: When you have something that happens that makes your family laugh, write it down, share it, and revisit. Remembering funny family events is better for improving relationship satisfaction than remembering "important" family events."Humor is just another defense against the universe" - Mel Brooks So check it out. In this episode we give up humor, our usual defense against the universe. Instead we pick up flamethrowers and big guns ala Aliens - spoiler alert- humor would've been more effective. Here's some keywords that crop up during this episode: yucky, Hebrew, impulse control, and career limiting. Among all the great points to learn, here's one keynote from Julie: When you have something that happens that makes your family laugh, write it down, share it, and revisit. Remembering funny family events is better for improving relationship satisfaction than remembering "important" family events. Mini Ep 28.5: Killing Time in Airplanes Mini Ep 28.5: Killing Time in Airplanes Sun, 05 Mar 2017 01:58:20 +0000 Here's a mini episode with more observations about putting down our phones during "down time." This time we benefit from the observations of Rabbi Jay Rosenbaum (Herzl-Ner Tamid congregation in Mercer Island, WA; http://h-nt.org). Hear more episodes at Wagonpod.com!

]]> Here's a mini episode with more observations about putting down our phones during "down time." This time we benefit from the observations of Rabbi Jay Rosenbaum (Herzl-Ner Tamid congregation in Mercer Island, WA; http://h-nt.org). Hear more episodes at Wagonpod.com!

]]> 03:19 false full Here's a mini episode with more observations about putting down our phones during "down time." This time we benefit from the observations of Rabbi Jay Rosenbaum (Herzl-Ner Tamid congregation in Mercer Island, WA; http://h-nt.org). Hear more episodes at Wagonpod.com!Here's a mini episode with more observations about putting down our phones during "down time." This time we benefit from the observations of Rabbi Jay Rosenbaum (Herzl-Ner Tamid congregation in Mercer Island, WA; http://h-nt.org). Hear more episodes at Wagonpod.com! Episode 28: Giving up Killing Time with Screen Time Episode 28: Giving up Killing Time with Screen Time Thu, 09 Feb 2017 00:00:00 +0000 We explored the history and science of screen-time and then tried giving it up for two weeks.What's that mean? We gave up using our cellphones and other mobile devices to fill those unanticipated boring times we all have day-to-day. Some say this exercise is supposed to help a person be more mindful of their surroundings and contribute to relationship building. Spoiler -- Marc loves his cell phone. "If you leave your cell phone at home, you feel impacted by not having it. It's an important part of your daily function and what you can do in a day." - Aimee Mullins We couldn't agree more (at least Marc couldn't).

]]> We explored the history and science of screen-time and then tried giving it up for two weeks.What's that mean? We gave up using our cellphones and other mobile devices to fill those unanticipated boring times we all have day-to-day. Some say this exercise is supposed to help a person be more mindful of their surroundings and contribute to relationship building. Spoiler -- Marc loves his cell phone. "If you leave your cell phone at home, you feel impacted by not having it. It's an important part of your daily function and what you can do in a day." - Aimee Mullins We couldn't agree more (at least Marc couldn't).

]]> 53:39 false full We explored the history and science of screen-time and then tried giving it up for two weeks.What's that mean? We gave up using our cellphones and other mobile devices to fill those unanticipated boring times we all have day-to-day. Some say this exercise is supposed to help a person be more mindful of their surroundings and contribute to relationship building. Spoiler -- Marc loves his cell phone. "If you leave your cell phone at home, you feel impacted by not having it. It's an important part of your daily function and what you can do in a day." - Aimee Mullins We couldn't agree more (at least Marc couldn't).We explored the history and science of screen-time and then tried giving it up for two weeks.What's that mean? We gave up using our cellphones and other mobile devices to fill those unanticipated boring times we all have day-to-day. Some say this exercise is supposed to help a person be more mindful of their surroundings and contribute to relationship building. Spoiler -- Marc loves his cell phone. "If you leave your cell phone at home, you feel impacted by not having it. It's an important part of your daily function and what you can do in a day." - Aimee Mullins We couldn't agree more (at least Marc couldn't). Episode 27: Giving up Caffeine Episode 27: Giving up Caffeine Fri, 30 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 "Caffeine. The gateway drug." --Eddie Vedder Congratulations to us, we gave up caffeine and we are still alive. Marc didn't think this was possible especially since we are the guzzling the awful grey soup known as winter in the Pacific Northwest. Listen to us and decide for yourself if you can give it up too! Spoiler, one of did and is still off of it, the other one is a tool!

]]> "Caffeine. The gateway drug." --Eddie Vedder Congratulations to us, we gave up caffeine and we are still alive. Marc didn't think this was possible especially since we are the guzzling the awful grey soup known as winter in the Pacific Northwest. Listen to us and decide for yourself if you can give it up too! Spoiler, one of did and is still off of it, the other one is a tool!

]]> 47:11 false full "Caffeine. The gateway drug." --Eddie Vedder Congratulations to us, we gave up caffeine and we are still alive. Marc didn't think this was possible especially since we are the guzzling the awful grey soup known as winter in the Pacific Northwest. Listen to us and decide for yourself if you can give it up too! Spoiler, one of did and is still off of it, the other one is a tool!"Caffeine. The gateway drug." --Eddie Vedder Congratulations to us, we gave up caffeine and we are still alive. Marc didn't think this was possible especially since we are the guzzling the awful grey soup known as winter in the Pacific Northwest. Listen to us and decide for yourself if you can give it up too! Spoiler, one of did and is still off of it, the other one is a tool! Episode 26: Giving up Touching Episode 26: Giving up Touching Sat, 10 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 Julie and Marc are from Indiana where each person depends on a 36-inch circumference of personal space to maintain sanity. In this episode, the siblings get to have their wildest fantasy made real, expanding the 36-inches of space to infinity! That's right, they gave up all forms of touching. No high-fives, hugs, kisses, snogs, smooches, shoulder bumps, or shared-knee slaps.

]]> Julie and Marc are from Indiana where each person depends on a 36-inch circumference of personal space to maintain sanity. In this episode, the siblings get to have their wildest fantasy made real, expanding the 36-inches of space to infinity! That's right, they gave up all forms of touching. No high-fives, hugs, kisses, snogs, smooches, shoulder bumps, or shared-knee slaps.

]]> 52:13 false full Julie and Marc are from Indiana where each person depends on a 36-inch circumference of personal space to maintain sanity. In this episode, the siblings get to have their wildest fantasy made real, expanding the 36-inches of space to infinity! That's right, they gave up all forms of touching. No high-fives, hugs, kisses, snogs, smooches, shoulder bumps, or shared-knee slaps.Julie and Marc are from Indiana where each person depends on a 36-inch circumference of personal space to maintain sanity. In this episode, the siblings get to have their wildest fantasy made real, expanding the 36-inches of space to infinity! That's right, they gave up all forms of touching. No high-fives, hugs, kisses, snogs, smooches, shoulder bumps, or shared-knee slaps. Episode 25: Giving up Peanuts Episode 25: Giving up Peanuts Fri, 04 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 Millions of Americans are allergic to peanuts. We gave up eating peanuts to try and walk a bit in their shoes and find out what it's like to go without this miracle legume. We talk about the history of peanuts, the science and psychology of having the allergy, and believe it or not, Julie gets 2 out of 3 questions right in our quiz.

]]> Millions of Americans are allergic to peanuts. We gave up eating peanuts to try and walk a bit in their shoes and find out what it's like to go without this miracle legume. We talk about the history of peanuts, the science and psychology of having the allergy, and believe it or not, Julie gets 2 out of 3 questions right in our quiz.

]]> 49:55 false full Millions of Americans are allergic to peanuts. We gave up eating peanuts to try and walk a bit in their shoes and find out what it's like to go without this miracle legume. We talk about the history of peanuts, the science and psychology of having the allergy, and believe it or not, Julie gets 2 out of 3 questions right in our quiz.Millions of Americans are allergic to peanuts. We gave up eating peanuts to try and walk a bit in their shoes and find out what it's like to go without this miracle legume. We talk about the history of peanuts, the science and psychology of having the allergy, and believe it or not, Julie gets 2 out of 3 questions right in our quiz. Episode 24: Giving up the Snooze Button Episode 24: Giving up the Snooze Button Sun, 25 Sep 2016 22:22:10 +0000 How many times do you hit your snooze button in the morning? One? Four? 23? What about ZERO? That's how much we used it during this episode's field work. It is true we do not shy away from huge, life changing activities that force us to be mindful of our world and the impacts it has on us.

]]> How many times do you hit your snooze button in the morning? One? Four? 23? What about ZERO? That's how much we used it during this episode's field work. It is true we do not shy away from huge, life changing activities that force us to be mindful of our world and the impacts it has on us.

]]> 37:15 false full How many times do you hit your snooze button in the morning? One? Four? 23? What about ZERO? That's how much we used it during this episode's field work. It is true we do not shy away from huge, life changing activities that force us to be mindful of our world and the impacts it has on us.How many times do you hit your snooze button in the morning? One? Four? 23? What about ZERO? That's how much we used it during this episode's field work. It is true we do not shy away from huge, life changing activities that force us to be mindful of our world and the impacts it has on us. Episode 23: Giving up Pants Episode 23: Giving up Pants Sun, 28 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000 Yup. We gave up wearing pants. For some reason fans wanted us to do this, so we did. Not such a big deal for Julie except when she works out (and everyone knows exercise is bad for you). What are pants? What are not pants? Why do women wear skirts? What does Marc think about wearing a skirt for two weeks? Listen and find out.

]]> Yup. We gave up wearing pants. For some reason fans wanted us to do this, so we did. Not such a big deal for Julie except when she works out (and everyone knows exercise is bad for you). What are pants? What are not pants? Why do women wear skirts? What does Marc think about wearing a skirt for two weeks? Listen and find out.

]]> 56:17 false full Yup. We gave up wearing pants. For some reason fans wanted us to do this, so we did. Not such a big deal for Julie except when she works out (and everyone knows exercise is bad for you). What are pants? What are not pants? Why do women wear skirts? What does Marc think about wearing a skirt for two weeks? Listen and find out.Yup. We gave up wearing pants. For some reason fans wanted us to do this, so we did. Not such a big deal for Julie except when she works out (and everyone knows exercise is bad for you). What are pants? What are not pants? Why do women wear skirts? What does Marc think about wearing a skirt for two weeks? Listen and find out. Epsiode 22: Happy One Year Anniversary Epsiode 22: Happy One Year Anniversary Thu, 11 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000 We are a happy, cooing, gurgling one year old baby podcast! In this episode, we talk about our favorite episodes and the many experiments that have impacted our lives and the lives of those around us. We also get to hear wonderful greetings from some of our listeners!

]]> We are a happy, cooing, gurgling one year old baby podcast! In this episode, we talk about our favorite episodes and the many experiments that have impacted our lives and the lives of those around us. We also get to hear wonderful greetings from some of our listeners!

]]> 12:01 false full We are a happy, cooing, gurgling one year old baby podcast! In this episode, we talk about our favorite episodes and the many experiments that have impacted our lives and the lives of those around us. We also get to hear wonderful greetings from some of our listeners!We are a happy, cooing, gurgling one year old baby podcast! In this episode, we talk about our favorite episodes and the many experiments that have impacted our lives and the lives of those around us. We also get to hear wonderful greetings from some of our listeners! Episode 21: Giving up Making Garbage Episode 21: Giving up Making Garbage Fri, 29 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 Please stop what you are doing and give your garbage collector a big hug; leave them an unopened packet of Sprees or M&M's; buy her or him a $25 gift card at your local coffee shop; do anything you can to let him or her know you care for, respect, and love them. You need to do this to make up for us possibly putting several garbage collectors out of work during this episode. We tried to give up creating garbage. The dire impact of our effort likely had rippling repercussions to this incredible service that keeps our society running. Enjoy.

]]> Please stop what you are doing and give your garbage collector a big hug; leave them an unopened packet of Sprees or M&M's; buy her or him a $25 gift card at your local coffee shop; do anything you can to let him or her know you care for, respect, and love them. You need to do this to make up for us possibly putting several garbage collectors out of work during this episode. We tried to give up creating garbage. The dire impact of our effort likely had rippling repercussions to this incredible service that keeps our society running. Enjoy.

]]> 47:21 false full Please stop what you are doing and give your garbage collector a big hug; leave them an unopened packet of Sprees or M&M's; buy her or him a $25 gift card at your local coffee shop; do anything you can to let him or her know you care for, respect, and love them. You need to do this to make up for us possibly putting several garbage collectors out of work during this episode. We tried to give up creating garbage. The dire impact of our effort likely had rippling repercussions to this incredible service that keeps our society running. Enjoy.Please stop what you are doing and give your garbage collector a big hug; leave them an unopened packet of Sprees or M&M's; buy her or him a $25 gift card at your local coffee shop; do anything you can to let him or her know you care for, respect, and love them. You need to do this to make up for us possibly putting several garbage collectors out of work during this episode. We tried to give up creating garbage. The dire impact of our effort likely had rippling repercussions to this incredible service that keeps our society running. Enjoy. Episode 20: Giving up Interrupting Episode 20: Giving up Interrupting Tue, 17 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 In this episode we gave up interrupting. We stopped, as best we could, throwing our conversation partners off their thought-tracks with our own questions and comments. As Covey says in Habit #5: "Seek first to understand, then be understood". Spoiler alert: we found that yelling is a great way to interrupt, but not so good at attaining that understanding part; who knew?

]]> In this episode we gave up interrupting. We stopped, as best we could, throwing our conversation partners off their thought-tracks with our own questions and comments. As Covey says in Habit #5: "Seek first to understand, then be understood". Spoiler alert: we found that yelling is a great way to interrupt, but not so good at attaining that understanding part; who knew?

]]> 47:31 false full In this episode we gave up interrupting. We stopped, as best we could, throwing our conversation partners off their thought-tracks with our own questions and comments. As Covey says in Habit #5: "Seek first to understand, then be understood". Spoiler alert: we found that yelling is a great way to interrupt, but not so good at attaining that understanding part; who knew?In this episode we gave up interrupting. We stopped, as best we could, throwing our conversation partners off their thought-tracks with our own questions and comments. As Covey says in Habit #5: "Seek first to understand, then be understood". Spoiler alert: we found that yelling is a great way to interrupt, but not so good at attaining that understanding part; who knew? Episode 19: Giving up Unsafe Driving Episode 19: Giving up Unsafe Driving Sat, 23 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 "Sometimes when I'm driving... on the road at night... I see two headlights coming toward me. Fast. I have this sudden impulse to turn the wheel quickly, head-on into the oncoming car." -Duane from "Annie Hall" In addition to driving head-on into other cars, there are many other habits we all have that make us unsafe drivers. In this episode, Julie and Marc tackle three (Julie tackles four) of these habits. We give up distracted driving by not touching or looking at our cellphones, following too closely by making sure we have at least two seconds of distance between our car and the car in front of us, and going over the speed limit. Spoiler alert: It was a great experience. We both experienced a sense of calm and mindfulness that was not previously there while we were driving. We also became imbued with a level of smugness that we previously attained only by committing sic burns on each other. And, oh yeah, we found out that Julie is that annoying driver you give the bird to.

]]> "Sometimes when I'm driving... on the road at night... I see two headlights coming toward me. Fast. I have this sudden impulse to turn the wheel quickly, head-on into the oncoming car." -Duane from "Annie Hall" In addition to driving head-on into other cars, there are many other habits we all have that make us unsafe drivers. In this episode, Julie and Marc tackle three (Julie tackles four) of these habits. We give up distracted driving by not touching or looking at our cellphones, following too closely by making sure we have at least two seconds of distance between our car and the car in front of us, and going over the speed limit. Spoiler alert: It was a great experience. We both experienced a sense of calm and mindfulness that was not previously there while we were driving. We also became imbued with a level of smugness that we previously attained only by committing sic burns on each other. And, oh yeah, we found out that Julie is that annoying driver you give the bird to.

]]> 45:53 false full "Sometimes when I'm driving... on the road at night... I see two headlights coming toward me. Fast. I have this sudden impulse to turn the wheel quickly, head-on into the oncoming car." -Duane from "Annie Hall" In addition to driving head-on into other cars, there are many other habits we all have that make us unsafe drivers. In this episode, Julie and Marc tackle three (Julie tackles four) of these habits. We give up distracted driving by not touching or looking at our cellphones, following too closely by making sure we have at least two seconds of distance between our car and the car in front of us, and going over the speed limit. Spoiler alert: It was a great experience. We both experienced a sense of calm and mindfulness that was not previously there while we were driving. We also became imbued with a level of smugness that we previously attained only by committing sic burns on each other. And, oh yeah, we found out that Julie is that annoying driver you give the bird to."Sometimes when I'm driving... on the road at night... I see two headlights coming toward me. Fast. I have this sudden impulse to turn the wheel quickly, head-on into the oncoming car." -Duane from "Annie Hall" In addition to driving head-on into other cars, there are many other habits we all have that make us unsafe drivers. In this episode, Julie and Marc tackle three (Julie tackles four) of these habits. We give up distracted driving by not touching or looking at our cellphones, following too closely by making sure we have at least two seconds of distance between our car and the car in front of us, and going over the speed limit. Spoiler alert: It was a great experience. We both experienced a sense of calm and mindfulness that was not previously there while we were driving. We also became imbued with a level of smugness that we previously attained only by committing sic burns on each other. And, oh yeah, we found out that Julie is that annoying driver you give the bird to. Episode 18: Giving up Shaving Episode 18: Giving up Shaving Wed, 06 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 In this episode, we gave up shaving. Marc gave up shaving his face, and you'll have to listen to find out what Julie gave up shaving. We talk about the history of various shaving practices, the social implications of shaving and not shaving, and whether the Puget Sound Area (i.e. Seattle and Olympia) is a sanctuary where body hair can live a long and prosperous life. Spoiler alert - one of us liked this experiment, the other turned into a porcupine (according to a 7-year old).

]]> In this episode, we gave up shaving. Marc gave up shaving his face, and you'll have to listen to find out what Julie gave up shaving. We talk about the history of various shaving practices, the social implications of shaving and not shaving, and whether the Puget Sound Area (i.e. Seattle and Olympia) is a sanctuary where body hair can live a long and prosperous life. Spoiler alert - one of us liked this experiment, the other turned into a porcupine (according to a 7-year old).

]]> 47:14 false full In this episode, we gave up shaving. Marc gave up shaving his face, and you'll have to listen to find out what Julie gave up shaving. We talk about the history of various shaving practices, the social implications of shaving and not shaving, and whether the Puget Sound Area (i.e. Seattle and Olympia) is a sanctuary where body hair can live a long and prosperous life. Spoiler alert - one of us liked this experiment, the other turned into a porcupine (according to a 7-year old).In this episode, we gave up shaving. Marc gave up shaving his face, and you'll have to listen to find out what Julie gave up shaving. We talk about the history of various shaving practices, the social implications of shaving and not shaving, and whether the Puget Sound Area (i.e. Seattle and Olympia) is a sanctuary where body hair can live a long and prosperous life. Spoiler alert - one of us liked this experiment, the other turned into a porcupine (according to a 7-year old). Episode 17: Giving Up Excess Calories Episode 17: Giving Up Excess Calories Tue, 22 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 In this episode of the Station Wagon podcast, Marc and Julie give up eating excess calories. Spoiler alert: One of us loves this, the other is traumatized and has to come to a significant self-realization of her (ahem) own weaknesses.

]]> In this episode of the Station Wagon podcast, Marc and Julie give up eating excess calories. Spoiler alert: One of us loves this, the other is traumatized and has to come to a significant self-realization of her (ahem) own weaknesses.

]]> 43:47 false full In this episode of the Station Wagon podcast, Marc and Julie give up eating excess calories. Spoiler alert: One of us loves this, the other is traumatized and has to come to a significant self-realization of her (ahem) own weaknesses.In this episode of the Station Wagon podcast, Marc and Julie give up eating excess calories. Spoiler alert: One of us loves this, the other is traumatized and has to come to a significant self-realization of her (ahem) own weaknesses. Episode 16: Giving up Sleeping in Beds Episode 16: Giving up Sleeping in Beds Mon, 07 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 In this episode we grew to appreciate our beds because we gave up sleeping on them, and any other, for two weeks. We talk about bed bugs, water beds, the first TV couple seen in a bed together, and much more. Spoiler Alert: One of us broke a toe during the production of this episode the other enjoyed sleeping on the floor. (p.s. We take our art very seriously.)

]]> In this episode we grew to appreciate our beds because we gave up sleeping on them, and any other, for two weeks. We talk about bed bugs, water beds, the first TV couple seen in a bed together, and much more. Spoiler Alert: One of us broke a toe during the production of this episode the other enjoyed sleeping on the floor. (p.s. We take our art very seriously.)

]]> 53:07 false full In this episode we grew to appreciate our beds because we gave up sleeping on them, and any other, for two weeks. We talk about bed bugs, water beds, the first TV couple seen in a bed together, and much more. Spoiler Alert: One of us broke a toe during the production of this episode the other enjoyed sleeping on the floor. (p.s. We take our art very seriously.)In this episode we grew to appreciate our beds because we gave up sleeping on them, and any other, for two weeks. We talk about bed bugs, water beds, the first TV couple seen in a bed together, and much more. Spoiler Alert: One of us broke a toe during the production of this episode the other enjoyed sleeping on the floor. (p.s. We take our art very seriously.) Episode 15: Giving up Listening to Music Episode 15: Giving up Listening to Music Wed, 24 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 In this episode Julie and Marc give up listening to MUSIC. Julie does an ok, not perfect, job on the quiz. Marc talks about this history of music including the earliest found flute, and the date when Dark Side of the Moon was published. In science, Julie talks about the impact of Music on health. Spoiler Alert: Music is good. Listen to it.

]]> In this episode Julie and Marc give up listening to MUSIC. Julie does an ok, not perfect, job on the quiz. Marc talks about this history of music including the earliest found flute, and the date when Dark Side of the Moon was published. In science, Julie talks about the impact of Music on health. Spoiler Alert: Music is good. Listen to it.

]]> 52:20 false full In this episode Julie and Marc give up listening to MUSIC. Julie does an ok, not perfect, job on the quiz. Marc talks about this history of music including the earliest found flute, and the date when Dark Side of the Moon was published. In science, Julie talks about the impact of Music on health. Spoiler Alert: Music is good. Listen to it.In this episode Julie and Marc give up listening to MUSIC. Julie does an ok, not perfect, job on the quiz. Marc talks about this history of music including the earliest found flute, and the date when Dark Side of the Moon was published. In science, Julie talks about the impact of Music on health. Spoiler Alert: Music is good. Listen to it. Episode 14: Giving up Apologizing Episode 14: Giving up Apologizing Tue, 09 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 In this episode we give up apologizing. Listen to this episode to get tips on how to give a non-apology (if you are an evil ratfink). Spoiler alert, among many other things, Julie apologizes on behalf of the weather, and Marc apologizes for his jittery Excel handling skills.

]]> In this episode we give up apologizing. Listen to this episode to get tips on how to give a non-apology (if you are an evil ratfink). Spoiler alert, among many other things, Julie apologizes on behalf of the weather, and Marc apologizes for his jittery Excel handling skills.

]]> 01:00:10 false full In this episode we give up apologizing. Listen to this episode to get tips on how to give a non-apology (if you are an evil ratfink). Spoiler alert, among many other things, Julie apologizes on behalf of the weather, and Marc apologizes for his jittery Excel handling skills.In this episode we give up apologizing. Listen to this episode to get tips on how to give a non-apology (if you are an evil ratfink). Spoiler alert, among many other things, Julie apologizes on behalf of the weather, and Marc apologizes for his jittery Excel handling skills. Episode 13: Giving up Good Hearing Episode 13: Giving up Good Hearing Tue, 19 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 In this episode we gave up our good hearing. That's right, listen to us talk about how, for two weeks, we couldn't hear well. Spoiler alert: Ear plugs can be very itchy though fetching.

]]> In this episode we gave up our good hearing. That's right, listen to us talk about how, for two weeks, we couldn't hear well. Spoiler alert: Ear plugs can be very itchy though fetching.

]]> 37:17 false full In this episode we gave up our good hearing. That's right, listen to us talk about how, for two weeks, we couldn't hear well. Spoiler alert: Ear plugs can be very itchy though fetching.In this episode we gave up our good hearing. That's right, listen to us talk about how, for two weeks, we couldn't hear well. Spoiler alert: Ear plugs can be very itchy though fetching. Episode 12: Giving up Changing Our Clothes Episode 12: Giving up Changing Our Clothes Wed, 06 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 For the last two weeks we have not changed our clothes. Need I say more? How about, spoiler alert, one of us would recommend this and the other was mortified. Link to episode notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2016/01/episode-12-giving-up-changing-our.html

]]> For the last two weeks we have not changed our clothes. Need I say more? How about, spoiler alert, one of us would recommend this and the other was mortified. Link to episode notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2016/01/episode-12-giving-up-changing-our.html

]]> 41:24 false full For the last two weeks we have not changed our clothes. Need I say more? How about, spoiler alert, one of us would recommend this and the other was mortified. Link to episode notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2016/01/episode-12-giving-up-changing-our.htmlFor the last two weeks we have not changed our clothes. Need I say more? How about, spoiler alert, one of us would recommend this and the other was mortified. Link to episode notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2016/01/episode-12-giving-up-changing-our.html Episode 11: Giving up Sarcasm Episode 11: Giving up Sarcasm Fri, 25 Dec 2015 00:51:58 +0000 It's true, and amazing: we gave up being sarcastic. This has been the most difficult challenge for us to pull off so far. Spoiler alert: One of us liked it, the other felt like a hollow, imploding shell of a person. Note: Feel free to sign up for one of our patented sarcasm reeducation programs today. (just kidding of course (not really though)).

]]> It's true, and amazing: we gave up being sarcastic. This has been the most difficult challenge for us to pull off so far. Spoiler alert: One of us liked it, the other felt like a hollow, imploding shell of a person. Note: Feel free to sign up for one of our patented sarcasm reeducation programs today. (just kidding of course (not really though)).

]]> 35:00 false full It's true, and amazing: we gave up being sarcastic. This has been the most difficult challenge for us to pull off so far. Spoiler alert: One of us liked it, the other felt like a hollow, imploding shell of a person. Note: Feel free to sign up for one of our patented sarcasm reeducation programs today. (just kidding of course (not really though)).It's true, and amazing: we gave up being sarcastic. This has been the most difficult challenge for us to pull off so far. Spoiler alert: One of us liked it, the other felt like a hollow, imploding shell of a person. Note: Feel free to sign up for one of our patented sarcasm reeducation programs today. (just kidding of course (not really though)). Episode 10: Giving up Three Square Meals Episode 10: Giving up Three Square Meals Sun, 13 Dec 2015 02:17:14 +0000 Are you hangry for some sibling snark? Buckle up, get in the station wagon, and hear how we handled giving up scheduled meal times. Spoiler alert: One of us has a new food baby.

]]> Are you hangry for some sibling snark? Buckle up, get in the station wagon, and hear how we handled giving up scheduled meal times. Spoiler alert: One of us has a new food baby.

]]> 38:58 false full Are you hangry for some sibling snark? Buckle up, get in the station wagon, and hear how we handled giving up scheduled meal times. Spoiler alert: One of us has a new food baby.Are you hangry for some sibling snark? Buckle up, get in the station wagon, and hear how we handled giving up scheduled meal times. Spoiler alert: One of us has a new food baby. Episode 9: Giving up Complaining Episode 9: Giving up Complaining Thu, 26 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000 We got no complaints. Truly! We didn't have any for two weeks, and now you can find out how it went. Spoiler: One of us really liked it, the other is a whiney baby.

]]> We got no complaints. Truly! We didn't have any for two weeks, and now you can find out how it went. Spoiler: One of us really liked it, the other is a whiney baby.

]]> 39:06 false full We got no complaints. Truly! We didn't have any for two weeks, and now you can find out how it went. Spoiler: One of us really liked it, the other is a whiney baby.We got no complaints. Truly! We didn't have any for two weeks, and now you can find out how it went. Spoiler: One of us really liked it, the other is a whiney baby. Episode 8: Giving up Gendered Pronouns Episode 8: Giving up Gendered Pronouns Fri, 13 Nov 2015 18:29:06 +0000 Giving up Gendered Pronouns. Yup – we did. (at least we tried). Spoiler alert (there's one he and one she in this podcast).

]]> Giving up Gendered Pronouns. Yup – we did. (at least we tried). Spoiler alert (there's one he and one she in this podcast).

]]> 39:02 false full Giving up Gendered Pronouns. Yup – we did. (at least we tried). Spoiler alert (there's one he and one she in this podcast).Giving up Gendered Pronouns. Yup – we did. (at least we tried). Spoiler alert (there's one he and one she in this podcast). Episode 7: Giving up Dressing Down Episode 7: Giving up Dressing Down Sat, 31 Oct 2015 05:25:42 +0000 Eat your heart out James Bond - this is our 007th episode in which we give up our casual style and see what it's like to dress up all the time. Plot spoiler: one of us liked it, the other did not.

]]> Eat your heart out James Bond - this is our 007th episode in which we give up our casual style and see what it's like to dress up all the time. Plot spoiler: one of us liked it, the other did not.

]]> 38:48 false full Eat your heart out James Bond - this is our 007th episode in which we give up our casual style and see what it's like to dress up all the time. Plot spoiler: one of us liked it, the other did not.Eat your heart out James Bond - this is our 007th episode in which we give up our casual style and see what it's like to dress up all the time. Plot spoiler: one of us liked it, the other did not. Episode 6: Giving up Paper Products Episode 6: Giving up Paper Products Sat, 17 Oct 2015 23:24:39 +0000 In this episode, we give up using paper products. No -- we did not give up using toilet paper. Yes - we did give up using all other paper (printer paper, tissues, paper towels, post-it notes, etcetera etcetera). Yes - it was very difficult. We hope you enjoy it.

]]> In this episode, we give up using paper products. No -- we did not give up using toilet paper. Yes - we did give up using all other paper (printer paper, tissues, paper towels, post-it notes, etcetera etcetera). Yes - it was very difficult. We hope you enjoy it.

]]> 30:25 false full In this episode, we give up using paper products. No -- we did not give up using toilet paper. Yes - we did give up using all other paper (printer paper, tissues, paper towels, post-it notes, etcetera etcetera). Yes - it was very difficult. We hope you enjoy it.In this episode, we give up using paper products. No -- we did not give up using toilet paper. Yes - we did give up using all other paper (printer paper, tissues, paper towels, post-it notes, etcetera etcetera). Yes - it was very difficult. We hope you enjoy it. Episode 5: Giving up Going Outside Episode 5: Giving up Going Outside Sun, 27 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0000 In this episode, we give up going outside. Yes - you read that correctly. We are not going to partake in any of the Pacific Northwest's cornucopia of natural splendors. Blurg. Yes, I said it, Blurg. Congratulations to us This is our 5th episode. In the grand scheme of the universe, a small accomplishment, but still lots of annoyance and growth, and hopefully entertainment for you. To celebrate, we have started offering SWAG- apparel that shows off our logo and tagline. Check out the selection on our swag tab. (http://www.wagonpod.com/p/swag.html)

]]> In this episode, we give up going outside. Yes - you read that correctly. We are not going to partake in any of the Pacific Northwest's cornucopia of natural splendors. Blurg. Yes, I said it, Blurg. Congratulations to us This is our 5th episode. In the grand scheme of the universe, a small accomplishment, but still lots of annoyance and growth, and hopefully entertainment for you. To celebrate, we have started offering SWAG- apparel that shows off our logo and tagline. Check out the selection on our swag tab. (http://www.wagonpod.com/p/swag.html)

]]> 35:34 false full In this episode, we give up going outside. Yes - you read that correctly. We are not going to partake in any of the Pacific Northwest's cornucopia of natural splendors. Blurg. Yes, I said it, Blurg. Congratulations to us This is our 5th episode. In the grand scheme of the universe, a small accomplishment, but still lots of annoyance and growth, and hopefully entertainment for you. To celebrate, we have started offering SWAG- apparel that shows off our logo and tagline. Check out the selection on our swag tab. (http://www.wagonpod.com/p/swag.html)In this episode, we give up going outside. Yes - you read that correctly. We are not going to partake in any of the Pacific Northwest's cornucopia of natural splendors. Blurg. Yes, I said it, Blurg. Congratulations to us This is our 5th episode. In the grand scheme of the universe, a small accomplishment, but still lots of annoyance and growth, and hopefully entertainment for you. To celebrate, we have started offering SWAG- apparel that shows off our logo and tagline. Check out the selection on our swag tab. (http://www.wagonpod.com/p/swag.html) Episode 4: Giving up the News Episode 4: Giving up the News Thu, 17 Sep 2015 01:20:59 +0000 In this episode we give up consuming the news in all its forms. That means, no news from all sources and outlets: TV, Radio, Internet, mobile devices, newspapers, word of mouth, etc., etc., etc. What's news? Listen to find out. The Station Wagon Podcast with Marc and Julie is a brother and sister project. Every episode we discuss the cultural and historical implications of something we take for granted, we give it up or change it, and then tell you how it goes! Follow The Station Wagon on Twitter (@WagonPod), Facebook, and email us your topic suggestions at WagonPodcast@gmail.com.

]]> In this episode we give up consuming the news in all its forms. That means, no news from all sources and outlets: TV, Radio, Internet, mobile devices, newspapers, word of mouth, etc., etc., etc. What's news? Listen to find out. The Station Wagon Podcast with Marc and Julie is a brother and sister project. Every episode we discuss the cultural and historical implications of something we take for granted, we give it up or change it, and then tell you how it goes! Follow The Station Wagon on Twitter (@WagonPod), Facebook, and email us your topic suggestions at WagonPodcast@gmail.com.

]]> 32:02 false full In this episode we give up consuming the news in all its forms. That means, no news from all sources and outlets: TV, Radio, Internet, mobile devices, newspapers, word of mouth, etc., etc., etc. What's news? Listen to find out. The Station Wagon Podcast with Marc and Julie is a brother and sister project. Every episode we discuss the cultural and historical implications of something we take for granted, we give it up or change it, and then tell you how it goes! Follow The Station Wagon on Twitter (@WagonPod), Facebook, and email us your topic suggestions at WagonPodcast@gmail.com.In this episode we give up consuming the news in all its forms. That means, no news from all sources and outlets: TV, Radio, Internet, mobile devices, newspapers, word of mouth, etc., etc., etc. What's news? Listen to find out. The Station Wagon Podcast with Marc and Julie is a brother and sister project. Every episode we discuss the cultural and historical implications of something we take for granted, we give it up or change it, and then tell you how it goes! Follow The Station Wagon on Twitter (@WagonPod), Facebook, and email us your topic suggestions at WagonPodcast@gmail.com. Episode 3: Giving up Eating Utensils Episode 3: Giving up Eating Utensils Mon, 31 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 In this episode, we have given up using Eating Utensils for two weeks. No forks, spoons, knives, chopsticks, chorks, sporks, or dorks. Well, actually there are two dorks, but you'll have to guess who they are. Listen to find out what eating utensils are, and a brief history of using them to cram food into our species' cake holes. Show Notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2015/09/episode-3-giving-up-eating-utensils.html

]]> In this episode, we have given up using Eating Utensils for two weeks. No forks, spoons, knives, chopsticks, chorks, sporks, or dorks. Well, actually there are two dorks, but you'll have to guess who they are. Listen to find out what eating utensils are, and a brief history of using them to cram food into our species' cake holes. Show Notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2015/09/episode-3-giving-up-eating-utensils.html

]]> 28:28 false full In this episode, we have given up using Eating Utensils for two weeks. No forks, spoons, knives, chopsticks, chorks, sporks, or dorks. Well, actually there are two dorks, but you'll have to guess who they are. Listen to find out what eating utensils are, and a brief history of using them to cram food into our species' cake holes. Show Notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2015/09/episode-3-giving-up-eating-utensils.htmlIn this episode, we have given up using Eating Utensils for two weeks. No forks, spoons, knives, chopsticks, chorks, sporks, or dorks. Well, actually there are two dorks, but you'll have to guess who they are. Listen to find out what eating utensils are, and a brief history of using them to cram food into our species' cake holes. Show Notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2015/09/episode-3-giving-up-eating-utensils.html Episode 2: Giving up Swearing Episode 2: Giving up Swearing Mon, 10 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 In this episode, we have given up swearing for two weeks. That's right, no bad language, strong language, coarse language, foul language, bad words, vulgar language, lewd language, swearing, cursing, cussing, or using expletives. Of course, we bring you the latest definitions and history of swearing wrapped up with a bow. Show Notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2015/08/episode-2-giving-up-swearing.html

]]> In this episode, we have given up swearing for two weeks. That's right, no bad language, strong language, coarse language, foul language, bad words, vulgar language, lewd language, swearing, cursing, cussing, or using expletives. Of course, we bring you the latest definitions and history of swearing wrapped up with a bow. Show Notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2015/08/episode-2-giving-up-swearing.html

]]> 27:48 false full In this episode, we have given up swearing for two weeks. That's right, no bad language, strong language, coarse language, foul language, bad words, vulgar language, lewd language, swearing, cursing, cussing, or using expletives. Of course, we bring you the latest definitions and history of swearing wrapped up with a bow. Show Notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2015/08/episode-2-giving-up-swearing.htmlIn this episode, we have given up swearing for two weeks. That's right, no bad language, strong language, coarse language, foul language, bad words, vulgar language, lewd language, swearing, cursing, cussing, or using expletives. Of course, we bring you the latest definitions and history of swearing wrapped up with a bow. Show Notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2015/08/episode-2-giving-up-swearing.html Episode 1: Giving up Sitting Episode 1: Giving up Sitting Mon, 03 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 In this episode, we give up sitting for two weeks. You know, that practice of putting one's butt in a chair? Yup. We kissed that goodbye and then talked about how it went. Show Notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2015/08/episode-1-giving-up-sitting.html

]]> In this episode, we give up sitting for two weeks. You know, that practice of putting one's butt in a chair? Yup. We kissed that goodbye and then talked about how it went. Show Notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2015/08/episode-1-giving-up-sitting.html

]]> 33:51 false full In this episode, we give up sitting for two weeks. You know, that practice of putting one's butt in a chair? Yup. We kissed that goodbye and then talked about how it went. Show Notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2015/08/episode-1-giving-up-sitting.htmlIn this episode, we give up sitting for two weeks. You know, that practice of putting one's butt in a chair? Yup. We kissed that goodbye and then talked about how it went. Show Notes: http://www.wagonpod.com/2015/08/episode-1-giving-up-sitting.html The Station Wagon Teaser Clip -- a taste of things to come! The Station Wagon Teaser Clip -- a taste of things to come! Thu, 23 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +0000 Enjoy this brief clip of The Station Wagon Podcast with Marc and Julie! The full episode will drop in August 2015. Until then, please connect with us on Facebook, subscribe on iTunes, follow us on Twitter (@WagonPod) and email your suggestions for future torture to WagonPodcast@gmail.com.

]]> Enjoy this brief clip of The Station Wagon Podcast with Marc and Julie! The full episode will drop in August 2015. Until then, please connect with us on Facebook, subscribe on iTunes, follow us on Twitter (@WagonPod) and email your suggestions for future torture to WagonPodcast@gmail.com.

]]> 42 false full Enjoy this brief clip of The Station Wagon Podcast with Marc and Julie! The full episode will drop in August 2015. Until then, please connect with us on Facebook, subscribe on iTunes, follow us on Twitter (@WagonPod) and email your suggestions for future torture to WagonPodcast@gmail.com.Enjoy this brief clip of The Station Wagon Podcast with Marc and Julie! The full episode will drop in August 2015. Until then, please connect with us on Facebook, subscribe on iTunes, follow us on Twitter (@WagonPod) and email your suggestions for future torture to WagonPodcast@gmail.com.