Episode 16 titled "How Do You Use Cryptocurrency?" has Vice President of The KU Blockchain Institute, Tony Czajka, explain the technology behind cryptocurrency. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion with Tony Czajka, Vice President of the KU Blockchain Institute. The institute seeks to further the advancement of blockchain technology by providing a platform for "researchers, both faculty and student-led, to collaborate, publish work, mentor students, and educate curious minds." Tony uses his knowledge of computer science and blockchain technology to help explain the intricacies of cryptocurrency. We talk about types of cryptocurrency wallets, how cryptocurrency is used to purchase NFTs, and future applications of blockchain technology. In this episode we discuss: 00:00 - Love Song by Frogpond (Apple & Spotify) 01:28 - Introducing Tony Czajka 02:08 - Wisconsin to Kansas 03:21 - KU Blockchain Institute 05:33 - Introduction to Crypto 10:14 - Mining Cryptocurrency 16:07 - Types of Cryptocurrencies 17:31 - Value 21:21 - Decentralized Currency 24:45 - NFTs 28:09 - The Metaverse 33:31 - Crypto Wallets 41:11 - The Importance of Cryptocurrency 44:56 - Resources & Closing Remarks 46:20 - Conclusion and Information Resources: KU Blockchain Institute: LinkedIn, Twitter, & Instagram Tony's Social Media: LinkedIn & Instagram

Episode 15 titled "How Do You Plan A Diet?" has Sports Dietitian-Nutritionist & Wellness Consultant, Amy Dirks, describe how to change your style of eating. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion with Amy Dirks, a Sports Dietitian-Nutritionist and Wellness Consultant. Amy has used her knowledge to assist Sporting Kansas City in the 2017 & 2018 seasons with their players' nutrition choices. Now, Amy has condensed her teachings into her own program, Amy Dirks Sports Nutrition, where she offers programs that athletic teams can "implement for their athletes to reach their optimal potential on the field, court, and in life." Amy is knowledgeable in Nutrition Education, Wellness Coaching, Sports Nutrition, Integrative & Functional Nutrition, and Health Promotion. Listen as Amy elaborates on how you can find the right eating style for you. We talk about eating styles, macronutrients, and helpful tips on how to eat healthily. In this episode we discuss: 00:00 - Drowning In This House by Til Willis (Apple & Spotify) 01:08 - Introducing Amy Dirks 02:06 - Wellness Journey 12:05 - Eating Styles 14:46 - Macronutrients 19:36 - Calorie Counting 25:16 - How To View Healthy Foods 30:42 - Helpful Tips 38:26 - Over Adherence to a Diet? 42:49 - Supplements 49:44 - Wholistic Approach 54:47 - Resources & Closing Remarks 56:02 - Conclusion and Information Resources: Amy Dirks Sports Nutrition Amy's Social Media: LinkedIn, Instagram, & Facebook

Episode 14 titled "How Does Inflation Work?" has Professor of Economics at Avila University, Dr. Malcolm Gold, explain the factors that create inflation. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion with Dr. Malcolm Gold, a Professor of Economics at Avila University. Malcolm earned his Doctorate degree in economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2009. Since earning his doctorate, Dr. Gold teaches in the undergraduate and graduate programs at Avila University and supports students as an incoming undergraduate advisor and as a faculty athletic representative. Outside of work, Malcolm volunteers for Burroughs Audubon Society of Kansas City, Kansas Ornithological Society, and Cornell University passing on a love for birds by leading field trips and serving in record capacities. Dr. Gold's love of birds has led him to assist and be featured in the Kansas Birding Trails project. Listen as Dr. Gold provides a concise explanation of the factors surrounding inflation. We talk about fiscal policy, monetary policy, and what the U.S. can do to combat our inflation. In this episode we discuss: 00:00 - Good Time by Nicole Springer (Apple & Spotify) 01:05 - Introducing Malcolm Gold 03:30 - An Economist's Journey 08:35 - What Is Inflation? 09:12 - Good or Bad? 10:39 - Consumer Price Index 14:33 - Inflation Factors 19:39 - Reducing Inflation 24:47 - Who Benefits? 29:47 - How Concerned Should We Be? 31:45 - What's Causing Our Recent Inflation? 40:49 - What's Steps Can We Take To Reduce Inflation? 44:28 - Resources & Closing Remarks 46:11 - Conclusion and Information Resources: Avila University American Economic Association

Episodes 1-13: Highlights, captures all of the best moments from each of our first thirteen episodes, and condenses those moments into one jampacked episode. Episode Summary: This episode features a highlight from every episode of the Simple Questions Podcast that has been released up until this point. You will hear our entire catalog condensed into bite-sized highlights and condensed into a definitive episode. These highlights will introduce new listeners to our podcast and give new content to loyal listeners by reliving the best moments we've had on the podcast and providing new information about the events surrounding the recording of each episode. In this episode we discuss: 00:00 - Introduction 03:28 - Episode 1: What Makes A Good Beer? 20:34 - Episode 2: Should You Own A Gun? 35:35 - Episode 3: What Tattoo Should I Get? 51:45 - Episode 4: What Is Financial Literacy? 1:06:22 - Episode 5: What Is Being "In The Zone"? 1:21:37 - Episode 6: How Do You Make Someone Laugh? 1:44:16 - Episode 7: What Are Human Rights? 2:02:54 - Episode 8: What Does It Take To Be An Olympian? 2:19:10 - Episode 9: How Do You Start A Podcast? 2:32:10 - Episode 10: What Was The Pine Tar Game? 2:48:32 - Episode 11: How Will We Live In The Future? 3:03:55 - Episode 12: How Is The News Reported? 3:18:39 - Episode 13: How Do You Handle Anxiety? 3:32:27 - Conclusion & Closing Remarks This episode includes the track 'RSPN' by Blank & Kytt. The song is used under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. You can find more of Blank & Kytt's music ⁠here⁠.

Episode 13 titled “How Do You Handle Anxiety?”, has Licensed Trauma Therapist & TEDx Speaker, Crystle Lampitt, explain ways to cope with anxiety. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion with Crystle Lampitt, a former TV journalist turned Licensed Psychotherapist. Crystle used to work as a news anchor and journalist for KSHB-TV, hosting the daily morning show "Kansas City Live", hosting "Behind the Spotlight", and reporting from the sidelines for Sporting Kansas City. Now Crystle helps those overcoming anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, abuse, and those navigating difficult life transitions. As a licensed psychotherapist with a specialization in trauma, Crystle utilizes several therapeutic modalities such as Eye-Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at her practice CL Wellness KC. Listen as Crystle provides practical advice on handling anxiety. We talk about where anxiety comes from, anxiety triggers, and ways to overcome your anxiety. In this episode we discuss: 00:00 - Good Looking Out by Larsen (Apple & Spotify) 01:08 - Introducing Crystle Lampitt 04:22 - Becoming a Therapist 11:23 - Anxiety Explanation 16:28 - Symptoms of Anxiety 20:56 - Where Does It Come From? 25:24 - Disorder vs. Average 32:37 - Unhealthy Coping 39:33 - Helpful Ways to Cope 46:24 - Talking to Others 53:07 - Medication 55:51 - Resources & Closing Remarks 1:01:00 - Conclusion and Information Resources: Crystle Lampitt: Twitter, Instagram, TEDx Talk, & CL Wellness KC

Episode 12 titled "How is The News Reported?", has KMBC 9 News Anchor, Haley Harrison, explain how news organizations report the news. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion with Haley Harrison over her career as a news anchor and journalist. Haley serves our community by reporting on stories as the evening anchor for KMBC 9 from 5 pm to 9 pm and the creator/host of the "KMBC 9 Storytellers" Podcast. From her experiences interviewing documentary filmmaker Ken Burns, covering natural disasters like Hurricane Irene, and revisiting the tragedy of the Hyatt Regency walkways collapsing in "Chronicle: The Skywalk Tapes". Listen as Haley reveals her insider perspective on how the news is reported. We talk about how news stories are received, investigated, and reported. In this episode we discuss: 00:00 - Good Love by Carlton Rashad featuring JaySol (Apple & Spotify) 01:12 - Introducing Haley Harrison 05:47 - The Purpose Of The News 10:23 - Role Of a News Anchor 14:18 - Finding Stories 17:30 - What Is Newsworthy? 20:18 - Journalistic Process 30:52 - "Fake News" 37:17 - Objectivity Of The News 44:22 - Challenges Anchors Face 45:49 - Closing Remarks 48:11 - Conclusion and Information Resources: Haley Harrison: Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, & KMBC 9 Storytellers Podcast

Episode 11 titled "How Will We Live In The Future?", has the Founder & CEO of Homebase, Blake Miller, discuss how smart infrastructure will change the way we live. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion with Blake Miller about his journey as an entrepreneur and founder of tech startup Homebase. Blake has used his entrepreneurial spirit to contribute to the Kansas City community through his involvement in the KC startup incubator Think Big and leadership of the Kansas City Smart City Initiative, which brought smart infrastructure to our city through a public WiFi network. Homebase was founded by Blake in 2016, and the company works to create the ultimate smart living experience. Allowing property owners & residents access to the internet of things through smart access, device automation, community WiFi, and digital payments. Listen as Blake shares his story and experiences from his career in smart infrastructure. We talk about how technology will impact our home life, work life, and our cities. In this episode we discuss: 00:00 - The Otherside by WHiTMiRE (Apple & Spotify) 01:14 - Introducing Blake Miller 01:56 - Blake's Journey 04:00 - Beginning of Homebase 05:03 - KC Smart City Initiative 07:36 - What Does Homebase Do? 09:33 - Internet of Things 11:11 - Growing Trends 15:56 - Future of Work 19:00 - Smart City Effects 19:48 - Who's The Next Blockbuster?? 22:08 - Closing Remarks 23:13 - Conclusion and Information Resources: Blake Miller: Personal Website, Future of Living Podcast, & Homebase

Episode 10 titled "What Was The Pine Tar Game?", has Former Yankees' Pitcher & World Series Champion, George Frazier, explain what happened in the Pine Tar Game. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion with George Frazier over what happened in what is now known as "The Pine Tar Game". George was the pitcher who started the 9th inning for the Yankees when the Pine Tar Game was replayed. George played 10 seasons in the MLB, having played for the Cardinals, Yankees, Indians, Cubs, & winning a World Series with the Twins. After his playing career had concluded, George became a broadcaster for the Twins, Rockies, and Big 12 Baseball Championships. In total, his career in broadcasting went on for 20 plus years. Listen as George shares his story and experiences from his three seasons pitching for the Yankees and his pitching performance in the resumption of the Pine Tar Game. George and I talk about the early 1980s rivalry between the Royals & Yankees, the events leading up to the Pine Tar Game, and what happened in the game. In this episode we discuss: 00:00 - Strange Weather Lovers by Jakobins (Apple & Spotify) 01:14 - A Brief Account Of The Pine Tar Game 02:17 - Introducing George Frazier 03:11 - George's Career Begins 06:31 - The Pine Tar Game 07:49 - Yankees In The 1980s 12:13 - Royals In The 1980s 13:52 - A Rivalry 15:57 - The Series 17:37 - Pine Tar On Brett's Bat 19:12 - Overturned 21:08 - Resumption 25:17 - The Pine Tar Game's Impact 28:43 - Closing Remarks 30:15 - Conclusion and Information Resources: George Frazier: Stats & Bio Pine Tar Game: Game Footage, George Brett's Take, & More Info

Episode 9 titled "How Do You Start A Podcast?", has the host of Neandertalk Podcast & KC Magazine's "Best Local Podcast" of 2021, Ryan Westa, talk about his podcasting journey. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion with Ryan Westa overcoming obstacles, that every podcaster faces. Ryan's podcast Neandertalk Podcast was voted "Best Local Podcast" of 2021 by Kansas City Magazine. Neandertalk Podcast has more than 150 episodes. Each episode is a discussion between Ryan and his guest. Ryan has had a wide variety of guests in Kansas City as well as guests from around the globe, ranging from hip-hop artists all the way to Ted Talk speakers. Listen as Ryan shares his story and experiences from his podcasting journey. Topics discussed include, the early obstacles all podcasters face, reasons you should & shouldn't start a podcast, and tips on how to get guests on your podcast. In this episode we discuss: 00:00 - Join Me by Jazlyn (Apple & Spotify) 02:08 - Introducing Ryan Westa 04:58 - Podcasting Beginnings 10:08 - Finding Your Voice 13:15 - Talking to Guests 19:28 - Logo & Name 25:51 - Simply Ask 33:49 - Equipment 41:11 - Reasons to Start 42:53 - Releasing Episodes 48:53 - Overcoming Internal Struggles 51:32 - Editing 56:06 - Importance of Video 59:47 - Show Format 1:02:00 - Podcast Distribution 1:05:00 - Podcasting Hiccups 1:22:22 - Conclusion and Information Resources: Ryan Westa: Neandertalk Podcast, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Episode 8 titled "What Does It Take To Be An Olympian?", has two-time Olympian, Mason Finley, discuss how he prepares to compete. Episode Summary: This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion with Mason Finley, offering a window into the training regiment of an Olympian. Mason has competed in discus in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games & the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. Mason has achieved success at every level of competition for discus. A two-time gold medalist at the Pan-American Junior Athletics Championship, an All-American in shot put & discus at the University of Kansas, a bronze medalist at the 2017 World Championship, and a gold medalist in the 2020 Olympic Trials. Listen as Mason shares his experiences from his successful athletic career. Fundamental topics such as time investment, types of training, and overcoming injuries write. Mason teaches us the level of devotion and talent it takes to become an Olympian. In this episode we discuss: 00:00 - Wildfire by MAD LiBBY (Apple Music) 01:24 - Introducing Mason Finley 04:15 - Journey from Childhood to the Olympics 06:00 - Ready for the Olympics 08:40 - Pressure on the Big Stage 09:50 - Events Leading up 11:01 - General Training 15:46 - Stretching 16:46 - Plyometrics 19:29 - Optimizing to Compete 21:59 - Injuries 31:53 - Mental Preparation 36:23 - Sacrifices? 37:45 - Diet 42:12 - Travel Obstacles 45:51 - Advice for Others 50:00 - Closing Remarks Resources: Mason Finley: Instagram, Facebook, & Olympic Bio