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Clearing Up the PastLabyrinth Sequel? | Clearing Up the Past | Episode 9In this episode of Clearing Up the Past, siblings David and Erin dive deep into the swirling rumors about a potential sequel to the beloved Jim Henson classic, Labyrinth. According to a recent article from Slashfilm.com, visionary filmmaker Robert Eggers (The Witch, The Lighthouse) is rumored to be writing and directing the sequel.Join us as we share our thoughts on this unexpected news, discuss what makes a truly great sequel, and explore whether Labyrinth even needs one! From David Bowie’s unforgettable Goblin King to the iconic puppetry and magic of the original, we reflect on...2025-01-2813 minClearing Up the PastA Christmas Story | Clearing Up the Past | Episode 8The siblings briefly describe their differing relationships with the Christmas classic, A Christmas Story. This movie is not short of nostalgia or controversy. What will Erin and David have to say in this special Holiday Special.Watch our video game goofs on YouTube @ We're Probably Not Okay!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Email us at wereprobablynotok@gmail.comFind us on Patreon to get even more involved.2024-12-2315 minClearing Up the PastHalloween Horror Movie Watchlists | Clearing Up the Past | Episode 7Erin discusses what movies they go to around the Spooky Season each year. David replies with his usuals and what he watched this year specifically.Watch our video game goofs on YouTube @ We're Probably Not Okay!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Email us at wereprobablynotok@gmail.comFind us on Patreon to get even more involved.2024-10-3114 minClearing Up the PastBeetlejuice Beetlejuice | Clearing Up the Past | Episode 6David gives his thoughts and score on the Tim Burton sequel to the 80s classic, Dark Comedy, Fantasy, Horror film, Beetlejuice. Erin responds with her thoughts and score.Watch our video game goofs on YouTube @ We're Probably Not Okay!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Email us at wereprobablynotok@gmail.comFind us on Patreon to get even more involved.2024-10-2420 minClearing Up the PastJim Henson | Clearing Up the Past | Episode 5The siblings watched the documentary Jim Henson Idea Man, and they are ready to talk about the man himself.Watch our video game goofs on YouTube @ We're Probably Not Okay!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Email us at wereprobablynotok@gmail.comFind us on Patreon to get even more involved.2024-07-0338 minClearing Up the PastAwesome Cereal Commercials | Clearing Up the Past | Episode 4The Siblings of Nostalgia discuss a couple of their favorite Breakfast Cereal commercials from their youth.They discuss, Croonchy Stars, Lucky Charms, the 45th Anniversary of Alien, and the Fallout TV series.Watch our video game goofs on YouTube @ We're Probably Not Okay!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Email us at wereprobablynotok@gmail.comFind us on Patreon to get even more involved.2024-05-0237 minClearing Up the PastNES Puzzle Games | Clearing Up the Past | Episode 3Tetris hit NES systems in the US in November 1989, and your Nostalgia Historians are ready to dig into the bigger story of what makes this game so great as well as the Apple TV film. The siblings discuss their favorite NES puzzle games, and rate two of the most popular ones. As always, we have some Nostalgia News to boot!Watch our video game goofs on YouTube @ We're Probably Not Okay!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Email us at wereprobablynotok@gmail.comFind us on Patreon to get even more in...2024-04-1242 minClearing Up the PastTotally Killer | Clearing Up the Past | Episode 2Erin and David discuss the Time Travel/Slasher Film that takes a Gen-Z girl, Jamie, back to the 80s. Does it stand up to our nostalgic memories of the decade? The siblings will find out as they talk about the clothes, soundtrack, and vibe presented in Totally Killer.They also talk Nostalgia News, including the Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Beetlejuice teaser trailer, X-Men '97, and much more.Watch our video game goofs on YouTube @ We're Probably Not Okay!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Email us at wereprobablynotok@gmail.comFind us on...2024-03-2537 minClearing Up the PastREBOOT! | Clearing Up the Past | Episode 1 (Sorta)Your Nostalgia Historians are at it again in this reboot of their podcast all things 80s, 90s, and beyond. In this episode, they discuss new segments and give their favorite movies, cereals, songs, and more. Get ready for a new season jam packed with facts, news, and opinions of the past.Email Us: clearingupthepast@gmail.comCheck us out at Facebook and Instagram.Watch the video version on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@ClearingUpthePastWatch our video game goofs on YouTube @ We're Probably Not Okay!Follow us on Facebook, Inst...2024-02-1730 minClearing Up the PastWhose @ Is It Anyway? - TPVH Episode 53The Siblings, Erin and David, are joined by Jake in an @midnight or Who's Line is it Anyway style competition. They answer questions from the internet two determine who is Champion!Mostly, they just shoot the shit, though.Don’t forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on Instagram @thepeoplevshappinessReach out to us on Twitter: @TPvHpodcastEmai...2021-04-271h 13
Clearing Up the PastThanksgiving Past and Present - Clearing Up The Past - TPVH Episode 52Erin and David discuss Thanksgiving classics and new favorites. They also take the time to catch up on how the Clash of Fans Tournament is going.This episode brought to you by Kartik’s Purple Blend!Don’t forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on Instagram @thepeoplevshappinessReach out to us on Twitter: @TPvHpodcastEmail us at the...2020-11-261h 01Clearing Up the PastGeneral Zod vs Jareth - Antagonists: Round 1 Bout 3 - Episode 51This bout we see Dru-Zod a megalomaniac Kryptonian step up to the master of time, space, and cool ass glass globes, Jareth. Who will take this round and progress their character in the tournament?This episode was judged by Ryan Brown and Brienne Guirantes.Don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on Instagram @thepeoplevshappinessReach out to...2020-11-221h 09Clearing Up the PastIndiana Jones vs Lone Starr - Clash of Fans - Protagonists: Round 1 Bout 4 - Episode 50It’s our 50th Episode!Dr. Henry Walton Jones Jr. clashes with Prince Lone Starr in this week’s debate.Things get heated, morals are questioned, Andy’s ability to dance is attacked, and there’s even a negative political ad against Indiana Jones.Who will take this round and progress their character in the tournament?This episode was judged by Brandon Full and Ryan Brown.Don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follo...2020-11-081h 10Clearing Up the PastDaniel LaRusso vs E.T. - Clash of Fans - Protagonists : Round 1 Bout 3 - Episode 49It’s The Karate Kid vs a being not of this world! Erin faces down Kartik in heated debate battle, but, things are never as they seem on Clash of Fans. Who will move on to the next Round?Special Guest Judge Rima Jo of the Strange Indeed podcast joins our panel of Brandon Full, Ryan Brown, and Brienne Guirantes.Don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.f...2020-11-031h 11Clearing Up the PastDarth Vader vs The Gopher - Clash of Fans - Antagonists: Round 1 Bout 2 - Episode 48Welcome Anderson Sipe to the tournament! He defends the dark lord, Darth Vader against the clever Gopher puppet from Caddyshack.Things are never as they seem on Clash of Fans, so who will be victorious?Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on Instagram @thepeoplevshappinessReach out to us on Twitter: @TPvHpodcastEmail us at...2020-10-251h 03Clearing Up the PastKhan vs Pinhead - Clash of Fans - Antagonists: Round 1 Bout 1 - Episode 47We flip to the dark side to start the antagonist debates. Erin defends the genetically modified super warrior Khan against Jake and the Lead Cenobite, Pinhead.Who will win the first antagonist bout? Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on Instagram @thepeoplevshappinessReach out to us on Twitter: @TPvHpodcastEmail us at thepeoplevshappiness@gma...2020-10-1859 minClearing Up the PastA New Challenger Approaches - Anderson Sipe Joins Clash of FansAn bittersweet change to the Clash of Fans lineup brings us a new challenger, Anderson Sipe. Andy familiarizes himself with his team and makes a couple small changes in a mini-draft.He won't have too long to catch-up as he is slated to debate Darth Vader against the Gopher from Caddyshack very soon. How far will Andy survive in Clash of Fans?Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to ge...2020-10-1621 minClearing Up the PastWestley vs Yoda - Clash of Fans - Protagonists: Round 1 Bout 2 - Episode 45In the arena this week we see Erin and Chris for the first time on Clash of Fans. They debate Westley against Yoda. Who will come out on top between the ol' farm boy turned buccaneer and the tiny magic troll. Judges Ryan Brown, Brandon Full, and Brienne Guirantes oversee Protagonist: Round 1 Bout 2. Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappiness...2020-10-1159 minClearing Up the PastGizmo vs Batman - Clash of Fans - Protagonists: Round 1 Bout 1 - Episode 44In our very first Clash of Fans bout, Kartik Bhardwaj faces off against Jacob Schmidt. It's 80's Movie Edition, and Gizmo vs Batman is our first match.Will Gizmo use his adaptably to prove that big things come in small packages, or will fan favorite Batman pull out all the gadgets to secure the victory? Listen now for some interesting surprises!Judges Brienne Guirantes and Brandon Full oversee Round 1 Bout 1 to get the competition off to an exciting start. Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and...2020-10-041h 08Clearing Up the PastClash of Fans Meet the Judges - 80's Movies Edition - Episode 43It's time to meet those who will be judging our contestants during the tournament. While the contestants will be debating the merit of their characters, the judges will be selecting the winners of each category based on the quality of the debates.Ryan Brown and Brandon Full or those judges. TPvH fans will recognize them from previous episodes. Find out what the judges think of the draft picks and who they would have picked themselves.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a par...2020-09-1942 minClearing Up the PastClash of Fans Tournament Draft - 80's Movies Edition - Episode 42Clash of Fans is a Head-to-Head Character Debate Tournament. In our first ever draft, Erin, Kartik, Jake, and Chris pick protagonists and antagonists from a list of 100 80's movie characters. There will be drama and upsets, in this very fun episode leading into bracket style elimination bouts. Find out who each contestant will be defending and battling with in upcoming episodes.PLUS! You can help determine the outcome of one of the competition categories.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a p...2020-09-151h 05
Clearing Up the PastThe Goonies - Facts, Secrets, and Theories - Clearing Up the Past - Episode 41David and Erin dive deeper in octopus infested waters to discover facts, secrets and theories about The Goonies. They also answer some submitted questions about the 80s. No Truffle Shuffle required to get into this party! Enjoy!Special Thanks to John Reel, Aaron Margolis, and Rose Thomas for their questions this week!Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same...2020-08-171h 14
Clearing Up the PastThe Goonies - Music, Characters, and Scenes - Clearing Up the Past - Episode 40Goonies 'R' Good Enough indeed! The siblings are back with their take on what The Goonies meant to them, who their favorite characters are, what scenes they like, and they discuss the VERY 80's and VERY awkward Cyndi Lauper video for the aforementioned song.Heeeeey (we hope) yooooooou guuuuuuys (enjoy this episode)!Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the sa...2020-08-0656 minClearing Up the PastThe Finger of God - Brienne Guirantes vs Guilty Pleasure Films - Episode 39It's another Brienne episode! She and David take time to discuss important issues facing the United States, the world, and their direct lives. After the serious note, they find balance by lightening things up to discuss some of their favorite guilty pleasure movies.Is that another cow? Nah, I think it was the same one.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappiness...2020-06-271h 05Clearing Up the PastA Side-Effect of Happiness - Brienne Guirantes vs Overrated Films - TPVH Episode 38Brienne Guirantes adds her unique voice to The People vs Happiness, answering the 3 Happiness Questions. She and David then discuss movies they believe to be overrated and why. I won't spoil anything in the description here, but get ready to hear A LOT about braid penises. There may be a guest appearance by Dr. Phil; and, oh, Sigourney Weaver is like, just there.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http...2020-06-021h 06
Clearing Up the PastLabyrinth - Music, Theories, & Secrets - Clearing Up the Past - TPvH Episode 37Erin and David dive deeper into the Jim Henson Classic, Labyrinth. They discuss the most impactful scenes and music, hidden secrets, movie theories, and Erin solves the Four Gaurdsmen's Logic puzzle.The siblings make discoveries about themselves, each other, and the movie they've loved for years.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on Instagram @thepeoplevshappinessRe...2020-05-261h 03
Clearing Up the PastLabyrinth - Overview - Clearing Up the Past - TPvH Episode 36Through dangers untold and hardships unnumbered, Erin and David do a deep dive into the psychological workings of the Jim Henson classic, Labyrinth. They discuss how this move impacted them as children and what it means to them today.The siblings make discoveries about themselves, each other, and the movie they've loved for years.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo...2020-05-1056 min
Clearing Up the PastWatching in Quarantine - Tiger King Edition - The Concession Counter - TPvH Episode 35Well, well, well, I see you've found my guilty, Carole Baskin hatin' pleasure. Hey, we're all doing weird stuff stuck at home. Might as well give in. This episode is so much more, though, including a look and David's theories on the "possibility" of a Sininster Six, Spiderman movie. We're doing what makes us happy while staying way more than 6 feet apart from one another. Join us!Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeo...2020-04-181h 03Clearing Up the PastDungeons and Happiness - Alex and David vs D&D - Episode 34A great and adventurous episode where David and Alex explore happiness through Dungeons and Dragons. Why does it make people happy, what are the boys' experiences with D&D, and a sneak peak at an upcoming TPvH series.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on Instagram @thepeoplevshappinessReach out to us on Twitter: @TPvHpodcastEmail us...2020-03-191h 09Clearing Up the PastToo Much of a Good Thing - Alex Daniels vs Happiness - Episode 33David and Alex return to the three happiness questions and discuss struggling to be productive in daily life. The conversation transverses other topics like Planet Fitness, addictive phone apps, Ikea, and the 2019 movie, Joker.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on Instagram @thepeoplevshappinessReach out to us on Twitter: @TPvHpodcastEmail us at thepeoplevshappiness@gmail.co...2020-03-111h 06
Clearing Up the Past2020 Movie Releases - The Concession Counter - TPvH - Episode 32We've got someone in their teens, someone in their 20's, someone in their 30's, someone in their 40's, and a whole lot of movie chat. We discuss the movies we are most looking forward to coming out in 2020.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on Instagram @thepeoplevshappinessReach out to us on Twitter: @TPvHpodcastEmail us...2020-03-041h 05
Clearing Up the PastThe Star Wars Special - The Concession Counter - TPvH Episode 31In our Star Wars Special, we discuss Episode 9: The Rise of Skywalker, The Mandalorian, and list all the movies in order of our favorites. We also look to the future of the franchise. Join Jedi Master David and Darth Casey for a romp through the universe.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on Instagram @thepeoplevshappinessRea...2020-01-201h 13
Clearing Up the PastButt Toast - Oui-Z-Ppl - TPvH Episode 30David and Kartik go deep and discover the secret to long life and happiness is being plain silly. However, they get very serious about all things metaphysical like lucid dreams, astral projection, and living in a simulation. Wait, was Peter Pan about lucid dreaming? Find out this, why the episode is called Butt Toast, and much more of the Universe's hidden knowledge in this episode of Oui-Z-Ppl.FIRST EPISODE OF 2020!!!Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!2020-01-051h 00
Clearing Up the PastThe Grinch - The Concession Counter - TPvH Episode 29Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanza, Happy Candlenights, Merry Winter Solstice, and Happy Holidays everyone! It's getting real Christmasy down in Whoville, and David and Chris explore the 1960's TV Special, the 2000 Jim Carrey version, and the 2018 Illumination movie, The Grinch.As always, we also discuss previews, movie news, and other things we've recently watched.Have a safe and great holiday!Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get s...2019-12-1557 min
Clearing Up the PastPlanes, Trains, and Automobiles - The Concession Counter - TPvH Episode 28Happy Thanksgiving! David and Chris celebrate by reviewing the greatest Thanksgiving comedy film ever created, John Hughes' Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. Have a listen while you travel, cook, or take a post-turkey nap. As always, we also discuss previews, movie news, and other things we've recently watched.Have a save and great holiday!Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappiness...2019-11-271h 05
Clearing Up the PastAbout Time - The Concession Counter - TPvH Episode 27David and Chris review the British, Time Travel, Romantic-Comedy About Time. We discussed the freakish trailer for Cats the movie, gush over The Mandalorian, and discuss other movie news. Grab a snack and enjoy the show.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on Instagram @thepeoplevshappinessReach out to us on Twitter: @TPvHpodcastEmail us at t...2019-11-221h 04Clearing Up the PastBroadcasting Happiness Part 2 - The People vs Happiness - Episode 26David covers the first full chapter of Broadcasting Happiness. While he finds a lot of the chapter to be almost a second introduction, there are some interesting scientific, psychological studies that spark introspective thought. David relates some concepts to fictional examples like Of Mice and Men and draws a parallel to The Concession Counter's review of The Conjuring. Ultimately, he finds that the book is likely going to press his thoughts on perception as reality.Some of the skepticism has dropped, and we're ready to dive in deep after this episode of The People vs Hap...2019-11-1425 minClearing Up the PastBroadcasting Happiness Part 1 - The People vs Happiness - Episode 25A short episode to update the state of The People vs Happiness as a podcast. It is also and introduction the the latest series of the core episodes. David studies the book Broadcasting Happiness by Michelle Gielan. He finds some reasons to be skeptical. However, there are a lot of reasons to be optimistic. Take a listen to see what we can expect from the upcoming episodes of The People vs Happiness. Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part...2019-11-0814 min
Clearing Up the PastThe Conjuring - The Concession Counter - TPvH Episode 24The Conjuring is up next on the review block. That's like a chopping block, but a lot more reviewy-y. This 2013 Spookfest was a pick by Chris as it is one of his favorite scary movies. There'll be witches, there'll be babies in peril, and you better believe an old piano is going to play itself. Join us to see how many concession counter snacks this movie deserves, catch some movie news, and find out how David's Britafile/Time Travel nerdiness manifests itself in his next choice of movie.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you...2019-11-0150 min
Clearing Up the PastBlack Panther - The Concession Counter - TPvH Episode 23It’s the first Episode of The Concession Counter presented by The People vs Happiness. In this offshoot of the main podcast, David and Chris select movies for one another to watch and review.First up, the #1 movie on many all time best movies (at the time of this podcast’s release), Black Panther.We also discuss some movie news, the latest movies we’ve seen, and the careers of those involve in Black Panther.Sean issues his first movie pick just in time for Halloween.Oh, and don't forget, do what ma...2019-10-311h 02
Clearing Up the PastFirst Five Years - Oui-Z-Ppl - TPvH Episode 22A great and all over the place conversation. Kartik is the ultimate biscuit tease, and he discovers his celebrity look-alike while in West Virginia. The boys make an honest attempt at most of the worlds languages. There's a quick round of 20 questions, and you'll be surprised how interesting the ingredients list of a Vitaminwater can be. David remembers the first five years of his life, even though no one is asking.Come get ready for the end of the world in this episode of The Godcaste... I mean The People vs Happiness. Oh...2019-10-101h 03Clearing Up the PastWatching Godzilla with Your Mom - Chris Casey vs North Carolina - Episode 21A great and monstrous conversation with Chris Casey. As we are introduced to the interests of Chris, he and David discuss a wide range of topics like monster movies, the history of Nascar, superheroes, and much more.Also, is there a secret connection between Batman and Nascar? Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on I...2019-09-2142 min
Clearing Up the PastSleeping On Mayonnaise - Oui-Z-Ppl - TPvH Episode 20A great and lucky conversation with Kartik Bhardwaj. Kartik says, "I'll see your Lizzo, and raise you a Rita Ora AND a Miley Cyrus." The boys almost get lost in storytelling inception, before hatching a scheme to become the insurance salesman for an under-discussed menace. Along the way, you might just learn a thing or two about getting lucky in a Popeyes. Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get...2019-09-171h 02
Clearing Up the PastThe GREAT Grapefruit Agenda - Oui-Z-Ppl - TPvH Episode 19A great and grating conversation with Kartik Bhardwaj. The gents attempt to answer artist and musician, Lizzo’s, biggest question; debate West Virginia history through the eyes of John Denver, discuss some of earth’s most disgusting foods, and talk about a truly honorable cause.Please take time to check out and donate if you can to Wren’s Village, a children’s cancer charity: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wrensvillage/?ref=shareOh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a p...2019-09-091h 00
Clearing Up the PastThere's Nothing to Fear but Fear - Clearing Up the Past - TPvH Episode 18A great and fearsome conversation with Erin Vaughan. The siblings discuss healthy living, their greatest fears, and what they would eat for their last meals.Come for the pescatarian talk, stay for the bad poetry.Things get dark and scary in this episode of The People vs Happiness.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo...2019-08-1923 min
Clearing Up the PastDoing Drugs and Watching Punky Brewster - Clearing Up the Past - TPvH Episode 17A great and synthesized conversation with Erin Vaughan. The siblings talk about their grandparents' 65th wedding anniversary, being the black sheep of the family, 80's music, The Facts of Life, Punky Brewster, and more. Things get weird and real in this episode of The People vs Happiness.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of the show!Follow us on Facebook to get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on...2019-08-0330 minClearing Up the PastFrom Mowing to Kidney Stones - Andy vs Getting Grass to Grow - Episode 16A great and all-inclusive conversation with Anderson Sipe. The boys are back together to talk about... well... just about everything. Using a list of topics provided by Beth, David and Anderson go on a steam train of thought adventure. They discuss topics like, what it would be like to live in a giant shrub and many other things.Take a look, it's in a book, it's The People vs Happiness.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Submit your comments and topic ideas to become a part of...2019-07-071h 03
Clearing Up the PastReady Player One - Clearing Up the Past - TPvH Episode 15A great and reference packed conversation with Erin Vaughan. David puts aside his jaded ways to enjoy the fun of Ernest Cline's Ready Player One. They get fully incepted into the seemingly-endless, Russian nesting barage of 80's and modern Easter Eggs in the book and film.Join us and see if you can hear all the hidden secrets. Just kidding, there aren't any. Or are there?Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Check out Nerd/Life podcast: https://officialnerdlife.blogspot.com/?m=1Submit your comme...2019-06-2342 minClearing Up the PastIt's Like Aeschylus Always Says - Ryan Brown vs Enlightenment - Episode 14A great and enlightening conversation with Ryan Brown. David asks Ryan to be his Enlightenment Sensei, hoping to become a better and happier person. In the first half, they discuss wisdom through suffering. Then, they focus on what's been making them happy and talk about Game of Thrones and The Dark Crystal. Ryan shares a story about being served an unexpectedly large helping of respect, and both express an irrational fear of disappointing their fathers well into adulthood.Join us on the path to enlightenment, now with 50% MORE FUN!Oh, and don...2019-06-1951 minClearing Up the PastSupreme Good Boys - Ryan Brown vs Superman - Episode 13A great and super conversation with Ryan Brown, Co-Host of Nerd/Life podcast. Ryan and I catch-up while talking about Superman and other good boy heroes. We compare our personalities to our favorite comics, mildly complain about the state of the world, and talk about how rad Darkwing Duck is. So, if you're ready to get dangerous and explore the terror that flaps in the night, then look no further than Episode 13 of The People vs Happiness.Oh, and don't forget, do what makes you happy.Check out Nerd/Lif...2019-06-0440 minClearing Up the PastThe One About Doing Good - Stephanie Page vs Positivity - Episode 12A great and good conversation with Stephanie Page, Host of the Seize the Good podcast. Stephanie is an infectiously positive person. Her upbeat personality comes through clearly in her interview-style show where she talks to people bettering their community and the world. In our conversation, Stephanie has the opportunity to discuss her personal motivations for investigating goodness, debates doing good for goodness sake vs doing it for notority, and talks about some of her favorite experiences with her podcast.Don't forget, do what makes you happy.Find and communicate with Stephanie here: 2019-05-1136 minClearing Up the PastFor Real This Time - Remington Hitchcock vs Podcasting - Episode 11A great and focused conversation with Remington Hitchcock, co-Host of the Dueling Ogres podcast. This is the second part of our conversation discussing podcasting. It was split into two parts, since we talked about EVERYTHING else other than podcasting in Episode 7. Take a listen to that, if you haven't yet.Here, we talk about our methods of podcasting and why it makes us happy. Yep, it's another podcast about podcasting, but Remington can make any topic entertaining.And, in the meantime, do what makes you happy!Submit your comments and topic ideas to become...2019-05-0524 minClearing Up the PastDrawn On Smiles - Taylor Ealand vs Choosing Happiness - Episode 10A great and thoughtful conversation with Taylor Ealand, the host of the Just Think podcast. In our tenth episode we return to the 3 Happiness Questions. The discussion covers the biological explanation of happiness, the metaphysical side, and those who prefer to be unhappiness victims.If happiness is a choice, can everyone choose to be happy? Lastly, we reflect on the peace brought by the contentment of a loved one's company?And, in the meantime, do what makes you happy!Follow us on Facebook to be a part of the conversation and get show upd...2019-05-0233 minClearing Up the PastOuroboros Wants Its Podcast Back - Brandon Full vs Nerd Culture - Episode 9A great and nerdy conversation with Brandon about the days of yore in comparason to the current nerd culture. There's talk of Magic the Gathering, a very embarrasing story about Pokemon, dicussion of Comics, oh, and have you heard about these things called books? What makes a nerd, and is Brandon happy being one?And, in the meantime, do what makes you happy!Follow us on Facebook to be a part of the conversation and get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo the same on Instagram @thepeoplevshappinessReach...2019-04-2059 min
Clearing Up the PastBump 'n Tilt - Clearing Up the Past - TPvH Episode 8A great and nostalgic conversation with Erin about retro gaming from our youth. Specifically, we discuss how Intelevision and Coleco games made us happy and how we remember the sights and sounds vividly. David also relives a tramatic arcade experience from when he was a wee lad. The conversation down happy memory lane continues for the siblings in the latest installment of their chats.And, in the meantime, do what makes you happy!Follow us on Facebook to be a part of the conversation and get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappiness...2019-04-1328 minClearing Up the PastLife, the Universe, and Everything - Remington Hitchcock vs Podcasting - Episode 7A great conversation with Remington that got delightfully off topic. David and Remington begin discussing podcasting; but they end up talking about their lives, the universe, and pretty much everything else. This is the first chat of hopefully many to come with Remington and the first of a two part episode. We talk more about podcasting in the second half, I swear!And, in the meantime, do what makes you happy!Follow us on Facebook to be a part of the conversation and get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo th...2019-04-0623 minClearing Up the PastRebranding Selfishness - Steve Ganoung vs His Schedule - Episode 6A great conversation with Steve Ganoung as he explains why he think selfishness is misused and needs a new brand. He and David talk about how he structures work, relationships, and his free time in a way that maximizes his happiness doing things he enjoys. This is the first conversation with Steve in a series set to cover gaming, emotion vs logic, anime, long distance relationships, and more.And, in the meantime, do what makes you happy!Follow us on Facebook to be a part of the conversation and get show updates: http://ww...2019-04-0327 min
Clearing Up the PastThe "Good Parts" - Clearing Up the Past - TPvH Episode 5A great conversation with Erin Vaughan. She and David discuss The Princess Bride, a William Goldman classic 80's movie. They also share some insights from the book and Cary Elwes's book about making the film. Oh yeah, there are quotes aplenty. This is the first conversation in a series of talks about nostalgic topics from the siblings childhood. Enjoy this entry into the Exhibit 80's series. And, in the meantime, do what makes you happy!Follow us on Facebook to be a part of the conversation and get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/t...2019-03-3031 minClearing Up the PastThe Everlasting Muse - Brandon Full vs Writing - Episode 4A great conversation with Brandon Full and the first of the Sidebar conversations. In this smaller version of The People vs Happiness, David and Brandon discuss the drive to write, why it makes them happy, if an audience is important, and the influence of alcohol on the creative process. Seriously, we talk about alcohol way too much!Learn more and listen to Brandon’s podcast at www.duelingogres.comWhere's Anderson? No worries, Anderson will still be in upcoming episodes, but Sidebar was created to keep the conversation about happiness moving more frequently. Stay tuned for mo...2019-03-2725 minClearing Up the PastHappy Papa - Scott Warren vs Happiness - Episode 3A great conversation with Scott Warren that covers his happiness living in Las Vegas, the on-demand lifestyle there, moving to North Carolina for a breath of fresh air, how he learned he was expecting TWINS, a quick investigation into the perfect yam, and a source of happiness he found in the mountains near Asheville.Andy and David continue to question happiness in their own lives, and perhaps are one step closer to an understanding of their own.UPDATE: At the time of uploading this episode, the twins have been born and are doing well with m...2019-03-221h 32Clearing Up the PastHappy Papi - Marcelo Hurtado vs Happiness - Episode 2Our studio/equipment received some upgrades just in time for our first interview with Marcelo Hurtado, and he was ready to answer the 3 questions and talk about his happiness.In this episode, Marcelo explores being a father, growing up in Ecuador, and how his wife being diagonsed with breast cancer has shaped his experiences with happiness.We had a great, and long, conversation with Marcelo. Please listen to it to get an understanding of why we think Marcelo is one of the happiest people we know. Marcelo's wife, Alejandra, is a strong and h...2018-12-281h 39
Clearing Up the PastCuriously Happy - The People vs Happiness - Episode 1It's the first episode of The People vs Happiness! Anderson and David explore the podcast's origin; share an unusual drink; and attempt to answer the big questions, like "Why."Enjoy this introduction to TPvH for a taste of what to expect in future episodes; in which, we will investigate the nature of happiness through conversations and the unique perspectives of our guests.And, in the meantime, do what makes you happy!Follow us on Facebook to be a part of the conversation and get show updates: http://www.facebook.com/thepeoplevshappinessDo...2018-12-0633 min