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Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastEpisode ZeroMany moons ago, host Jason Jaspersen teamed up with the Kratz sisters (Lydia and Norah) to determine in the most meta of fashions how a potential spring semester podcast was going to look. In the late hours of the night on a random Thursday, the three sat in the Bethany Lutheran College podcast studio to determine the name, theme, and stance of a podcast that they'd hope to continue throughout the following months. Enjoy the process that many artists go through when first beginning a project, and stay tuned this fall for Season II of Whistle the Feast!2025-06-282h 08Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastGerard Manley Hopkins - As Kingfishers Catch FireHost Jason Jaspersen recites the Gerard Manley Hopkins poem, As Kingfishers Catch Fire. Take a moment out of your day to slow things down and take in these words.To Follow Along with Jason To Learn More About the PoetHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A s...2025-06-2401 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastSaying Goodbye (feat. Lydia Kratz)Jason Jaspersen sits down with Bethany class of 2025 graduate, and friend of the podcast, Lydia Kratz. Full of reflection from a worthwhile college tenure and advising past Lydia as well as the younger generation.Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Greta van Fleet (Loose inspiration for a formula that brought the name of the podcast)The Battle at Garden's Gate AlbumStardust ChordsHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving ...2025-06-2136 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastThe Lot of the LoonJason Jaspersen reciting work from Bethany Lutheran College Studio Art Major: Lydia Kratz. Host - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! If you wish to learn more about the college, or w...2025-06-1901 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastHandel's Messiah with Pastor Tony PittengerFresh out of his talk on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College, Pastor Tony Pittenger joins host Jason Jaspersen to discuss George Frideric Handel. Bethany studio arts student, and friend of the podcast, Jack Middleman created a variety of sand art animations to be accompanied by Handel's Messiah, and was unveiled for the first time along with this talk. People like these are not around too often, so enjoy something a little different!Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Learn More About George Frideric HandelView the animations here edited by Bethany...2025-06-141h 43Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastWhat Child IS This? (feat. Peter Bloedel & Elias Kutz)A Fresh Perspective on a Timeless Truth, host Jason Jaspersen and co-host Norah Kratz sit down with a few of the creative minds behind Bethany Lutheran College's debut production of What Child Is This? A nativity play about the birth, life, and crucifixion of Jesus for all audiences. Enjoy the first person accounts of what goes into making a show like this, and hear about the origin story of this amazing retelling of the greatest story ever told!(P.S The bleeped word was futzing)Shoutouts from the Episode:Emily Kimball - Costume...2025-06-071h 19Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastThe PulleyJason Jaspersen recites the George Herbert poem The Pulley.Follow along with the poem.Learn more about George Herbert.Host - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! ...2025-06-0302 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastImpromptu with Pastor Aaron RobinsonIn this impromptu conversation, host Jason Jaspersen is joined by Pastor Aaron Robinson to talk about artists and missionaries. Enjoy their insight.Helpful Links for References in the Episode:Overview on Pastor Aaron RobinsonWhen they refer to PrepMequon Wisconsin Lutheran SeminaryBecause our producer's a nerd, here's the clip from Say AnythingReview of Art + Faith by Makoto FujimuraHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving 2025-05-3151 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastLuther's Evening PrayerHost Jason Jaspersen recites Luther's Evening Prayer. Take a few moments out of your day, tune out all distractions, and join him.Discover more morning and evening prayers, as well as their meanings here.Host - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the...2025-05-2800 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastManna (feat. Dr. Eric Woller & Olivia Woller)This week, host Jason Jaspersen and co-host Norah Kratz sit down with Bethany Chemistry Professor Dr. Eric Woller, and current Bethany student Olivia Woller (who is also his daughter). Laugh along with these four as they discuss the concept of Manna for artists, Bethany's Chemistry of Art class, Spring Break shenanigans, and the importance of having a variety of interests.Helpful Links for References in the Episode:Jelly Belly Jelly BeansThe Wikipedia Institute at the University of GoogleThe Art of AlchemyManna From HeavenEdward...2025-05-241h 55Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastLuther's Morning PrayerHost Jason Jaspersen recites Luther's Morning Prayer. Take a few moments out of your day, tune out all distractions, and join him.Discover more morning and evening prayers, as well as their meanings here.Host - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany...2025-05-2300 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastSimultaneousness in ArtIn this episode, two Bens are better than one! Host Jason Jaspersen and co-host Norah Kratz are joined by recent Bethany graduate Benjamin K, and current Bethany professor Ben Lundsten to talk mostly about Simultaneousness, but also boats, and also books, and also paintings, and also photos.Helpful Links for References in the Episode:"The Last Bell" PodcastWho is Neil Gaiman?Simul Justus et Peccator by Norah KratzELS Military Monument (located across from Bethany's Campus)Christus ParadoxSt. Peter's BasilicaDavid...2025-05-171h 54Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastA Liturgy for Fiction WritersJason Jaspersen reads A Liturgy For Fiction Writers from the book Every Moment Holy by Douglas Kaine McKelvey. Christian Artists can have a wide variety of callings, sometimes more than one. For some people those callings can be similar. Other times, one of them is jumping out of planes for the armed forces, and the other is enjoying the calm of writing and painting. See if you can take a guess as to who our next round table discussion guest is going to be. Spoiler alert, it's a good one!Learn More About Douglas Kaine McKelvey2025-05-1404 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastVision Exceeds Execution (feat. the 2025 Studio Art Capstone Class)Host Jason Jaspersen is joined by Grace Wosmek, Meleah Pfeifer, Lydia Kratz, and Faith Schoeneck, the four founding members of the 2025 Bethany Lutheran College Studio Art Capstone Exhibition "God Will Be Done". Listen in on the ideation process for their culminating projects, and discussing what they ultimately created after a year of work.Shoutout to the BLC Maintenance Crew for all the work they do for Bethany's Campus!Helpful Links to References in the Episode:The Arrow in the Fedex LogoWatch the Full Capstone Showcase with visuals of the artwork2025-05-101h 44Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastC.S. Lewis - OriginalityJason Jaspersen quotes C.S. Lewis on the concept of originality.Learn more about C.S. LewisHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! If...2025-05-0800 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 23: Awful Is Good, Right?In this episode, Jaksyn discusses those moments of true awe, Magic Bullet Theory, Phantom of the Opera, and 3 things you need to know.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2025-05-0544 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastTerry Schultz and the Role Art Plays in Ministry (feat. Lydia Kratz)Join host Jason Jaspersen with both Kratz sisters (co-host Norah Kratz, and BLC student Lydia Kratz) to discuss with Terry Schultz the ways that art can be showcased within the ministry. Listen in on all the adventures Terry has had over the years, spreading the word of God all over the world, and proudly displaying all the gifts God has given to him.Helpful Links to References in the Episode:What a Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong (Not to be confused with Neil or Lance Armstrong)Obadiah Lutheran Synod UgandaLook...2025-05-032h 02Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastIsaiah 43:19Jason Jaspersen recites a verse from the book of Isaiah, chapter 43.Follow along with him hereHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! If you wish to learn...2025-05-0100 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastAnna Tausz and the Influence of Place (w/ Special Guest: Jenna Thompson)This week, host Jason Jaspersen sits down with recent Bethany graduate Anna Tausz, to talk about being an artist before attending Bethany Lutheran College, experiences at Bethany, and her endeavors post graduation.Helpful Links for References in the Episode:Why Are We Talking About Rabbits? PodcastYlvisaker Fine Arts CenterWatch Anna Tausz's Capstone Presentation (featuring the work of Maida Jaspersen-Neville, and Holly Wels)In-Depth Look at Anna's Printing and Capstone Ideation ProcessWorldwide Opportunities on Organic FarmsAgamim Classical AcademyHost...2025-04-2657 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastNothing Gold Can StayHost Jason Jaspersen recites the Robert Frost poem, Nothing Gold Can Stay.Learn More About Robert FrostList of other Robert Frost PoemsBecause Our Producer's A Nerd: Watch ThisHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community...2025-04-2400 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastJohn Ruskin - No Wealth But LifeJason Jaspersen recites a quote from author John Ruskin.Learn more about John RuskinHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! If you wish to learn more about...2025-04-2200 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastThe Unknown Influence of the Classroom (feat. Jack Middleman & Michael Wiechmann)In this episode, Jason Jaspersen returns to the Wild World of Influence, this time he is accompanied by co-host Norah Kratz, Bethany alum and art teacher Michael Wiechmann, and current Bethany freshman Jack Middleman. In this multi-hour discussion, listen in on how the lives of these people have been impacted by one another, all through the often overlooked square footage of a classroom.Special Shoutouts to People Referenced in the Episode:Current Bethany Lutheran College Professors: Peter Bloedel (Theatre) & Andy Overn (Graphic Design)Former Bethany Professors Bill Bukowski and Eric Ouren...2025-04-192h 31Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastEphesians 2:10Host Jason Jaspersen reciting Ephesians 2:10 as we prepare for another round table discussion.Follow Along Ephesians 2:10Host - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! If you...2025-04-1800 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastA Quote From SocratesJason Jaspersen recites a Socrates quoteLearn More About SocratesA Fun Socrates VideoHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! If you wish to learn...2025-04-1600 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastThe Friends Network Mega EpisodeHost Jason Jaspersen and co-host Norah Kratz host one of the largest podcast discussions the campus of Bethany Lutheran College has ever seen. Featuring Director of Friends Network Aaron Wakeman, Gwen Schroeder, Jake Wassermann, Bethany professor Ben Lundsten, Bethany students Jack Middleman and Lydia Kratz, and all the way from Chiang Mai, Thailand, Colin Neville and Maida Jaspersen-Neville. Enjoy learning a little bit about this amazing organization in Friends Network!Helpful Links For References From The Episode:Learn More About Friends NetworkManila, Philippines - Where Jake is servingChiang Mai...2025-04-121h 17Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastA Liturgy For Inconsolable HomesicknessJason Jaspersen reads A Liturgy For Inconsolable Homesickness from the book Every Moment Holy by Douglas Kaine McKelvey. This will be an important passage to consider in the Round Table conversation with representatives from Friends Network, a WELS missionary organization.Learn More About Douglas Kaine McKelveyRead Every Moment HolyHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can...2025-04-1003 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastUnknownA quote from the artist Georgia O'Keeffe, recited by our host Jason Jaspersen.Learn More About Georgia O'Keeffe Host - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! If you wish t...2025-04-0800 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastAppreciation (feat. Alyssa Inniger, Benji Inniger & Allison Rygh)This episode welcomes Benji Inniger, Alyssa Inniger, and Allison Rygh to the table as they discuss with host Jason Jaspersen and co-host Norah Kratz how appreciation is important to an artist, musician, filmmaker, documentarian, and more! Benji also goes through the process of creating his Minnesota based nature documentary, Bold North. Enjoy this one!(P.S the bleeped word was schlock)Helpful Links for References from the Episode:Listen to Benji's music on SpotifyWhat is the Mankato Symphony Orchestra?Benji's Art Lecture "Human's Don't Exist" (featuring Bold North)2025-04-051h 26Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastGerard Manley Hopkins - Pied BeautyJason Jaspersen sits down to read the poem Pied Beauty by Gerard Manley Hopkins. Listen closely and carefully as this poem is the basis for our week's round table episode. Enjoy!Learn More About The Poet: Gerard Manley HopkinsFollow Along With The Poem HereHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders...2025-04-0201 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastThe Bethany Lutheran College Culture (feat. Andy Overn, Naomi Valleau & Renee Geving)With the weather warming up in Minnesota this past week, enjoy a flashback episode to the fifty degree days from January! Join host Jason Jaspersen, co-host Norah Kratz, Bethany Graphic Design professor Andy Overn, and Bethany students Naomi Valleau and Renee Geving. Since appearing on the podcast, Renee composed the original theme song which is heard at the beginning and end of every Whistle the Feast episode. Enjoy the conversation!Shout Outs from the Episode: Michael WeichmannBLC Professors Peter Bloedel, and Chad Heinz, as well as the memory of BLC professor Sigurd L...2025-03-2950 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastLife's Most Important Lessons Are LearnedJason reads a quote about the experiences in life that teach us the most.Host - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! If you wish to learn more about the college...2025-03-2800 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastClint Smith - Beyond This PlaceHost Jason Jaspersen reads the lines of Beyond This Place by Clint Smith. Learn More About Clint SmithHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! I...2025-03-2803 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastStorytelling Through Shadow Puppets with Faith BeltJason Jaspersen is able to sit down in this episode with artist and friend, Faith Belt. Through a delightful conversation, Faith describes the journey that brought her to the Bethany Lutheran College campus all the way from Tennessee. Enjoy the discussion, and there might be chances to see some of her work around campus in the near future.Helpful Links for References in the Episode:No gestures required, see where to find Johnson City, TNWELS Youth RallyKoineVocation - a divine calling or purpose that God has...2025-03-221h 34Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastThe Vulture AngelicJason Jaspersen reciting work from Bethany Lutheran College Studio Art Major: Lydia Kratz. Host - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! If you wish to learn more about the college, or w...2025-03-2003 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastPrayer by George HerbertListen along as host Jason Jaspersen reads the George Herbert poem "Prayer".Follow Along HereMore On George HerbertHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and...2025-03-1901 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastThe Incarnation and The Artist (feat. Dr. Brian Klebig & Nick Pleiss)Jason Jaspersen and co-host Norah Kratz are joined by Nick Pleiss and Dr. Brian Klebig to discuss how the artist draws from the incarnation. As Nick is preparing for his graduation with performing his senior capstone, the episode also dives into the winding path of life, and how to best utilize the gifts God has given us in his post-collegiate lifestyle. Stick with us for this one, there are many things to unpack.Helpful Links for References in the Episode:The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis©All Rights Reserved to...2025-03-152h 12Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastTo Entertain a ThoughtA brief quote read by host Jason Jaspersen. Keep this in mind when listening to future episodes.Host - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! If you wish...2025-03-1400 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastA Liturgy Before Taking the StageJason reads A Liturgy Before Taking the Stage from the book Every Moment Holy by Douglas Kaine McKelvey. This passage is read before the opening performance of every Bethany Lutheran College Choraliers production, and helps the actors kick off the show in the right headspace.Douglas Kaine McKelveyEvery Moment HolyHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to...2025-03-1202 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastIn Which Jason and Mizha Discuss the Wild Nature of InfluenceListen along with Jason Jaspersen as he walks around the campus of Bethany Lutheran College with recent alum, Mizha Lee Overn. Discover how Mizha got to be where she is as an artist and performer, and what amazing new opportunities she has been given in the world of theatre to further utilize the gifts God has given her.Special Shout Out from the Episode:BLC Alumni - Shawn Bjerke & Kaitlin LangeMizha's Mentors - Jeffrey Mosser & Alex WeismanHelpful Links From References in the...2025-03-111h 44Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastCraft So Long To Learn - ChaucerShort Geoffrey Chaucer reading for the week from Jason Jaspersen.Geoffrey Chaucer BiographyList of Chaucer's WorksHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! If you...2025-03-1100 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastIsak Dinesen - Babette's FeastExcerpt from the film Babette's Feast read by Jason Jaspersen.All rights reserved to Gabriel Axel and Josi Konski.What is Babette's Feast?Babette's Feast Critic's Picks Videohttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/10104532-babette-s-feast Host - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special t...2025-03-0401 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 22: The Madness of MarchIn this episode, Jaksyn talks about all the things to look forward to in March. Subjects include Spring Break, March Madness, Daylight Savings, and the 97th Oscars Ceremony. There are many opinions expressed in this episode, as well as three things you need to know.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2025-03-0346 minWhistle the FeastWhistle the FeastAn Artist's Vocation (feat. Lars Johnson, Angie Johnson & Joey Pasbrig)Sit down with Jason Jaspersen and co-host Norah Kratz as they discuss the vocation of the artist alongside Lars Johnson, Angie Johnson, and Joey Pasbrig. Put yourself in the room and enjoy the many sides this concept!Helpful Links For References In This Episode:"The Vocation of the Artist is to be in the Studio" -Paul BurmeisterJoey Pasbrig's Production CompanyWhat Work Is - Poem by Philip LevineJim Gaffigan BiographyDave Barry Biography"Curiosity is the Purest Form of Insubordination"...2025-03-011h 40Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastImpromptu with Andrew JudkinsJoin host Jason Jaspersen as he converses with painter Andrew Judkins. Much like his style of artwork, this conversation is rather spontaneous but dives into Andrew Judkins' history with art and how he became the artist he is now. Check out his work if you can!Helpful Links For References In This Episode:Andrew Judkins' WebsiteExplore the Works of Jan Van EyckWorks of Frans HalsHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee...2025-03-011h 13Whistle the FeastWhistle the FeastA Psalm of LifeA Psalm of Life by Henry Wadsworth LongfellowFull PoemHost - Jason Jaspersen Co-host - Norah Kratz Producer - Jaksyn Graham Music Provided By: Renee Geving If you have any feedback for the show, a project to promote, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at feastreaders@gmail.com A special thanks to the Bethany Lutheran College community for providing their insights, as well as recording equipment and spaces! If you wish to learn more about the college, or would...2025-03-0102 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 21: The Sled Dog Sleeps TonightIn this episode, Jaksyn discusses the history behind one of his favorite spectator sports: The Iditarod Sled Race! Subjects include, the Iditarod today, the Serum Run of 1925, and the Balto/Togo debate.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2025-02-1742 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 20: Generational Time CapsulesIn this episode, Jaksyn goes through the 2024/2025 NFL playoffs, the NCAA national championship, different generational tastes, and three things you need to know.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2025-02-0345 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 19: 2025? More like 1984In this episode, Jaksyn talks about the banning of Tiktok (maybe for real this time), social media algorithms, all the time you have, and three things you need to know.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2025-01-2043 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 18: 2024 in the BooksIn this episode, Jaksyn goes through 2024 and addresses all the big things that happened, sports news, movies he liked, movies he watched for the first time, and other things too. Think 3 things you need to know for an entire episode.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2025-01-0645 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 17: Merry Christmas Ya Filthy Animal (feat. Coleton & Tyler)In this episode, Jaksyn is joined by Coleton Pringle and Tyler Pasbrig, as the three reminisce on snow day feels, sledding adventures, Whamaggedon, listing top three favorite Christmas movies, and three things you need to know.Special shout out to Tyler and Coleton for being on the show! It was a blast!If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-12-2347 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 16: What's the Deal with Musicals?*If you do not want Wizard of Oz/Wicked Spoilers skip to ahead two minutes from the verbal warning*In this episode, Jaksyn talks about Thanksgiving box office numbers, movie musicals, Pasek & Paul, and three things you need to know!If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-12-0946 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 15: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year (feat. Coleton)In this episode, welcome Coleton Pringle as the first ever guest of the podcast as he and Jaksyn talk about college, Thanksgiving foods and traditions, Girl Scout Cookies, and three things you need to know!If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-11-2548 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 14: Heroes in a Half-ShellIn this episode Jaksyn gives a brief overview of his Ninja Turtles knowledge, including: who April O'Neill is, Baxter Stockman, Splinter and Shredder, Casey Jones and some other things too, along with the return of three things you need to know.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-11-1146 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 13: Shout Out to E.TIn this episode, Jaksyn talks about trick or treating in college, and goes through many popular Halloween candies (and some others) and ranks them tier list style. If you'd like to follow along with the tier list, you are able to view the final here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/174-AsqOIpvHn0-kxF0Qw8HRV-e9sB-HE/view?usp=sharingIf you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks...2024-10-2853 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 12: More of the Same but DifferentIn this episode, Jaksyn talks about how nothing is original, the Red Eye Film Festival, speaking in references, and three things you need to know.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-10-1445 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 11: Futbol is Life!!!In this episode, Jaksyn talks about the Emmy's, Ted Lasso, and three things you need to know.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-09-2346 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 10: That's Just Ugly SonicIn this episode, Jaksyn talks about the Sonic the Hedgehog Cinematic Universe (STHCU), excitement for Shadow, classic video games, video game consoles, and three things you need to know.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-09-1645 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 9: That All Changed When The Fire Nation AttackedIn this episode, Jaksyn talks about large opinions about small things, media hot takes, Big Bird and The Challenger, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Labor Day, Box Tops, and 3 Things You Need To Know.Please note the upload switch referred to at the end of the episode.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-08-2644 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 8: Gotta Go BackIn this episode, Jaksyn talks about going back to school, living on campus, the differences between high school and college, and 3 things you need to know!Please note the upload switch referred to at the end of the episode.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-08-1945 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 7: Been Holding Onto This Since 2008In this episode, Jaksyn goes through the entire 16 years of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and ranks all of his favorites, tier list style!If you would like a visual to follow along here is the completed tier list:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vdy_rBxqCEUHhT4atGpMm2nafFbr4PlC/view?usp=sharingIf you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-08-1246 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 6: Once In Four YearsIn this episode, Jaksyn breaks down some notable events from the first few days of the 2024 Olympic Games, and gives you three things you need to know.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-08-0545 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 5: S'more of What?In this episode, Jaksyn talks about yard games, backyard barbeques, mosquitos, bonfires, his schnazzy logo (thanks again Andy), and three things you need to know.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-07-2944 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 4: Bring Back the Board GamesIn this episode, Jaksyn talks about disc golf, Wordle, New York Times Daily Games, Board Games, and three things you need to know.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-07-2245 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 3: It's a Beautiful Day for BaseballIn this episode, Jaksyn talks about MLB All Star Week, the Home Run Derby, the Pro Bowl, Threat Level Midnight, his top 5 sports movies, and 3 things you need to know.If you liked what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-07-1545 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 2: Shark Bait Ooh HahaIn this episode, Jaksyn dives into Discovery Channel's Shark Week highlighting Phelps vs Shark, Monster Makos, Great White Serial Killer, and Air Jaws, while also discussing the different celebrities involved, exotic animals he wants as a pet, and concludes with three things you need to know.Pic of objectively the coolest shark in the ocean(aka the Mako):https://www.google.com/imgres?q=monster%20mako%20shark&imgurl=https%3A%2F%2Fus1-prod-images.disco-api.com%2F2024%2F03%2F26%2Fa94d9237-de33-3b13-bf5b-96bae03b6d75.jpeg%3Fbf%3D0%26f%3Djpg%26p%3Dtrue%26q%3...2024-07-0844 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 1: My Love of MoviesIn this episode, Jaksyn talks about the reasons for loving certain movies, movie theater experiences, Letterboxd, and 3 things you need to know. Hope you all enjoy the journey!If you enjoyed what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-07-0143 minFor The GrahamFor The GrahamEpisode 0: A Very Good Place to Start!In this episode, Jaksyn talks about starting a podcast, wanting to be on the radio, his game show vault, and 3 things you need to know.If you enjoyed what you heard, feel free to follow us on Instagram @forthegrahampodIf you would like to give feedback on the show, do so at forthegrahampod@gmail.comThanks fer listenin'!2024-06-2444 min