Guest Jonathan Goldstein, podcast host and writer, discusses the challenges faced by the podcast industry in 2023, the significance of audio beyond monetary gain, the practice of taking color notes, a hidden family secret, the process of putting together a story, and humorous anecdotes about rental cars and Minnesota translation.

Jonathan Goldstein, host of Heavyweight podcast, discusses the art of asking difficult questions, the emotional power of deadlines, and shares childhood memories. They reflect on the purpose of the podcast and helping people confront unresolved questions from their past. The episode follows Jonathan's spontaneous phone call to his childhood friend, Jackie, setting the stage for the unpredictable nature of the show.