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Mark Root And Jana Cheney
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Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Mama's Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Gas Lit
We're enjoying plum candy for this episode! Mark discusses some highly objectionable song lyrics. Jana shares indicators of gaslighting behavior. In Paranormal Corner, Jana and Mark examine the latest unusual occurrences at the manor.
2025-06-02
1h 11
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Eat Your Cortisol Away And CALM DOWN!
Jana begins the show by offering homemade coffee cake. Explore methods to lower cortisol levels. Jana shares with Mark that she has pursued psychic mentorship. Thereafter, Mark and Jana attempt psychometry.
2025-03-31
1h 12
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Wrappin' It Up (Season 5)
Mark and Jana start with homemade ice cream sandwiches. Do your genetics play a part in your preference for cold or warm weather? Jana has the answer! Mark is sharing another edition or songs you know, but do you know the title? And in Paranormal Corner, Jana shares the several ways a psychic reading may benefit you or a loved one.
2024-12-30
1h 07
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Empathic Paraphrasing And Cheese
The show starts off with slow cooker mac n cheese. Can pasta cooked in a crockpot remain al dente? After that carb bomb, Jana and Mark discuss empathic paraphrasing. Is it the key to "fair fights? " Mark is sharing a song that you probably know, but he guesses you won't know which artist recorded it FIRST! And in Paranormal Corner, Jana has some voice recordings from the Manor... are they paranormal?
2024-12-16
1h 04
Peak Performance Perspectives with Mark Talukdar
#39 - Holistic Healing: Overcoming Fear and Thriving in Life with Jana L. Short
In this inspiring episode of the Peak Performance Perspectives Podcast, host Mark Talukdar welcomes Jana L. Short, a renowned mindset coach, speaker, and author of The YET Factor. Jana’s incredible journey from a near-death experience to thriving in her life and career will leave you feeling empowered and ready to take control of your own destiny. Her personal story is one of resilience, transformation, and the profound power of words. At the heart of Jana’s message is her belief in the power of positive language and how words shape our reality. After surviving a life-threatening medi...
2024-10-08
31 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
We All Scream For I Scream
Mark and Jana snack on some of Mark's homemade ice cream! Your hosts discuss 6 leading causes of divorce! Can you guess what they are? Mark has a music quiz. Jana talks about recent activity at the manor
2024-09-23
1h 17
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Staying Two Steps Ahead
Mark and Jana (mostly Jana) sip on blackberry lime soda while they chat with their guest, Jon Molik, host of Headlines and History podcast. On this second chat with Jon, national security is the topic du jour and Jon brings it!
2024-07-22
1h 13
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
He's Completely Normal
The show starts with a Dollar Tree pizza crust topped with whatever Jana found laying around the house. After the snack, Jana unearths some voice messages on YouTube that were originally shared on The Mark and Brian Radio show (a very popular Los Angeles radio show). For those not from around here, sit back, relax and listen to "Dimitri." He's "completely normal." Mark has another episode of As The Cable Bill Turns. Yes, months later, the drama continues! And in Paranormal Corner Mark is sharing another edition of Creepy Kids.
2024-07-15
54 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
One Person's Nothing, Is Another Person's Something
The show starts with ice cream and Jana made it! Also, Mark is sharing a song about muskrats... but who recorded it first!? Jana will share some simple tweaks to simplify and improve your life. And in Paranormal Corner, learn about some weird " found" objects.
2024-07-08
1h 01
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Accu-Damn-Puncture!
What better way to start an episode than to start with homemade ice cream? Mark shares details regarding his recent automobile accident. Jana shares a song you probably know... but do you know the title? The artists? And what the heck are they singing about? And in Paranormal Corner, Jana's here to help you figure out what the M on your palm may reveal about you.
2024-06-24
54 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
A Tamale Walks Into A Bar . . . (24)
Mark and Jana snack on "walking tamales". Mark gets a litticle political! To wash those politics right our of your hair, find out how relationships fared during the Covid years. In Paranornmal Corner, Jana shares the latest activity at the manor, plus a quick follow-up regarding a recent Psychic guest.
2024-06-10
1h 19
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
I'm Thinking Of A Word
The show starts with chips and homemade onion dip. After the snack, Jana and Mark discuss IQ's and whether you can raise yours. Mark has a story that's bound to make you feel some kinda way. And in Paranormal Corner, Mark and Jana follow-up with an update regarding a recent episode guest.
2024-05-06
1h 23
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
He Who Sees Things Part 2
The show starts with a walk around the first floor at the manor. Allowing Gonzalo to feel all of the feels since having been at the manor 3 weeks prior. Then, Mark, Gonzalo and Jana snack and chat about how they all processed emotions since recording the first show. Gonzalo, once again, reveals a surprising detail he couldn't know and this naturally leads to a tour of the upstairs portion of the manor. More is revealed and I might have you asking why the HE-HELL does Jana still LIVE there??
2024-03-25
1h 10
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Spammy Spam
Mark and Jana snack on high end toast crisps served with eggnog goat cheese and pear butter. They chase it, with some legit ginger beer. Jana shares the 411 on how to watch for and protect yourself from email spammers and bots and bears, OH MY! You'll also get some very useful info about long term care/ health insurance. Mark lightens up the vibe in the room with another great edition of " Songs You Know But Might Not Know The Title". And in Paranormal Corner..., table tipping anyone?
2024-01-08
1h 08
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Do You Know It's Christmas?
The show starts with "stupid pie", a viral sensation from times past. After the snack, Mark and Jana learn about odd Christmas tradition around the world. Jana challenges Mark to name the musical artists who solo on the Band Aid song, "Do They Know It's Christmas". And in Paranormal Corner, Jana restarts the Victorian tradition of telling scary ghost stories and tales of the glorious Christmases long, long ago.
2023-12-25
56 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Muff Cakes
The show starts with a flourless pumpkin and chocolate chip muffcake. Once Mark and Jana can tear themselves away from that treat, Jana asks Mark if he thinks funny people are more intelligent people. The topic is discussed and the answer is revealed. Mark delves into his 3rd edition of "Songs You Know, But Might Not Know The Title". And to wrap the episode up with a creepy bow, Jana talks about some spine chilling recent paranormal activity that actually came back it seems... for an encore.
2023-12-18
1h 07
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Thanksgiving Messages From John Browns Body
Mark and Jana snack on Pumpkin, chocolate chip muffins, and green bean casserole sparkling water. After the delicious fall snack, your thankful hosts get wacky and have a Paranormal Corner segment right after the snack! Jana and Mark also share tips on how to survive any family drama at the Thanksgiving dinner table. And finally, learn about John Browns Body and the transformation into a song that IS America.
2023-11-20
53 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
King (Mac) Arthur: Ep 45
Jana starts the show with homemade pumpkin spice coffee and home fried bunelos. After the fall spiced treat, Jana shares the 411 on the song MacArthur Park. What the flock does it mean?? Mark brings more music to the show with "you know that song, but what's the title". And in Paranormal Corner, learn about the Legend of the Hawaiian Night Marchers".
2023-11-06
1h 04
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Jeeper Creepers, Checkin' Out Mark's Peepers
Your hungry hosts start with an inexpensive Dollar Tree Janatized burritelada and flat powdered root beer! Mark gives an update, a fashion show and shares his opinion about the Hollywood Writers and Actors strike. Jana shares an experts opinion about why and when a sexless marriage can be beneficial to your relationship! In Paranormal Corner we skip into the land of the weird and you'll learn about a woman who LOVES to eat her arm chair foam with a side of Nutella.
2023-09-18
1h 06
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Covid's Back Back Back. Back Again Gain Gain
Mark Starts the show with home grown, homemade ice cream. He follows up with the spike protein in the room... Covid. It's baaa aaack.. M and J discuss how it's being handled thus far. On a lighter (??) note, Jana brings the topic of dating the divorcee vs dating a widow/widower. Is there a difference in issues to watch for? What are they? In Paranormal Corner, Jana shares some new weridness at the manor.
2023-09-11
1h 13
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Creepy Kids-A-GoGo
Mark and Jana try low sugar chocolate cream filled cookies with milk. Marks asks the question, what's up with food banks!? Jana shares a "GoGo"song. In Paranormal Corner, Mark shares another episode of "Creepy Things That Kids Say And Do".
2023-09-04
45 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Giving It The Smell Test
3 ingredient cake is the snack of the day! After this not diabetic friendly treat, Jana and Mark express their opinions after using a homesteader recipe for homemade antiperspirant/deodorant. Mark shares how important it is to show up and and be heard in your town/city. Jana shares the 5 things to look for before considering someone a narcissist. In Paranormal Corner Jana and Mark read about ghostly encounters that seem to have been meant as a form of warning or protection.
2023-08-14
1h 19
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
That Voodoo That We Do
The show starts with an experiment and THEN a store bought peanut buttery snack. Jana quizzes Mark (and YOUR) knowledge on 70's rock lyrics. Mark wants to talk about GREAT customer service and CRUMMY customer service. And in Paranormal Corner Jana will tell you the difference between voodoo and witchcraft.
2023-07-24
1h 10
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Stories From The Back Of The Station Wagon
Sweet, store-bought apple snacks are a great way to start the show. And Mark and Jana try attempt #2 to get on the matcha band wagon. Mark shares behind the scenes deets from a date. Jana shares a song that was a number 1 hit in 1972. Mark ante's up and shares his OWN song. And in Paranormal Corner, things get creepy, as usual.
2023-07-10
54 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Stop Oppressing The Oppressed Dammit!
Snacking on a homesteaders recipe and foraged Bougainvillea tea is a great way to start the show! After the healthy snack, Mark and Jana listen to a funny call in from a listener. Mark is sharing a song that's a remake, but, did YOU know it's a remake? Your overly oppressive hosts discuss a VERY helpful list of Oppressive Language created by Brandeis University. And in Paranormal Corner Jana and Mark talk discuss the predictions of Nostradamus and Baba Vanga.
2023-06-26
1h 07
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Summer Food And Love Bombs
Mark and Jana start with the snackin' by enjoying a homemade, savory, summery snack. After the snack your wise hosts discuss "love bombing". Mark brings the topic of nostalgia and how it seems to our assist our memories. And in Paranormal Corner, Mark and Jana learn about some creepy ghosty visits.
2023-06-19
58 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Viva Mob Vegas
The show starts with a viral Tik Tok recipe - strawberry cottage cheese ice cream. After the snack, Mark shares a recent time when he felt a brief stir of compassion and empathy. . . or. . . was it gas? After that revelation, he shares a song medley with a challenge: can you listener's guess the three vocalists before Jana? To round things out, Jana asks whatever happened to the Italian mobs in Vegas? Naturally, with all of those mafia killings, Vegas is bound to have some paranormal activity. Listen and find out!
2023-06-12
58 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Top 40 Hits: Can You Beat Jana? (NOT Literally!!!)
Jana serves up some store bought, marked down banana walnut bread turned into french toast. It's THICK and tasty (ding)! Mark serves up a musical quiz. Who are the artists? Can you can guess them before Jana? And in Paranormal Corner you need to make note of 7 haunted objects so that you can throw some holy water on them if they're near you!
2023-05-22
1h 13
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Aura Lee! Aura Lee! Maid Of Golden Hair!
No better way to start a show than with some fried pickle dip. After the snack, Mark and Jana share their first time experience at Civil War reenactment at none other than Riley's Farm. Jana also shares a song that most, if not all of you know. You just might not know when it originated and the REAL name of the song. To close out the show, in Paranormal Corner, Jana shares her findings on a hunt to learn if a historical site in Southern California is haunted. Listen in and learn about Fort Tejon.
2023-05-01
58 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
It's Hoover Time/Can't Touch This
The show starts with a recipe from a Victorian newspaper clipping. "Berry Betty". After snack time, Jana and Mark discuss the journey of Jana researching the history of her 142 year old home. To continue the theme, why not learn about some common Victorian names? And no better way to round out the show than to hear about a Victorian Ghost story printed in a Victorian newspaper.
2023-04-24
57 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Self Reliance: Taking Notes From The Great Depression
Instead of starting with a snack, Mark and Jana get right back into the discussion from last weeks episode: self reliance during weather events (and any major event). To weigh in on this subject, your clever hosts have an even cleverer in studio guest! Miss Georgia (aka: Mom) Talks about her young years living thorough the great depression. To wrap up, Jana serves a citrus upside-down cake and spearmint tea.
2023-03-13
1h 14
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Snowpocalypse 2023 E E E
Starting with a decadent snack, Jana serves up Pots De Creme. To keep the decadence theme, Mark discusses the decadent cost for food, and gas and interest rates during this rough spell with inflation. Jana and Mark talk to Kara, a previous guest and friend of the show. She lives in an area that has been experiencing Snowmageddon this winter and weighs in on how prepared snow dwellers should be for such events. In Paranormal Corner, Kara tells about a possible visit from an other worldly being.
2023-03-06
1h 19
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Cock A Little, Block A Little
Jana serves up Nutella fudge. Mark and Jana discuss whether common interests are the most important part of successful relationships. Mark wants to discuss the cock block. And in Paranormal Corner, your hosts discuss celebrity ghost stories.
2023-02-13
1h 03
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Hookers In Mark's Hotel
The show starts with a store bought cupcake taste comparison. Mark and Jana discuss the red flags of cheaters. Mark wants to know who needs more cowbell in their life. And in Paranormal Corner the question is asked, is "it" Divine Intervention or something else?
2023-02-06
1h 22
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Hunka, Hunka
Mark starts the show with just picked and prepped fresh garden grown salad. No fried banana and bacon sandwiches but what the show lacks in Elvis sammies, it makes up for in Elvis content while Jana and Mark discuss the Baz Luhrmann directed 2022 Elvis movies. After, Mark shares music to celebrate the 40th anniversary of his favorite rock band. And in Paranormal Corner, Jana reveals some creepy things that have been literally giving her the chills at the manor.
2023-01-30
1h 11
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
" But I Didn't Pull The Trigger "
Jana serves up some carnivore cheesecake to get things started. The show pays tribute to recently passed Jeff Beck and David Crosby. Alec Baldwin is also in the news and Mark and Jana are here for it. To round out the show, in Paranormal Corner, Jana tosses out some celebrity ghost stories.
2023-01-23
1h 00
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
The Gas Company Apology Tour
Mark brings the meat for the show snack! Then Jana scoots up to the table with the painful topic of her recent gas bill. Also, the benefits of the carnivour diet are discussed. To pay tribute to recently passed Lisa Marie Presley, Mark shares some of her music. And in Paranormal Corner, Jana divulges recent activity at the manor.
2023-01-16
56 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Diabeetus And Rock Music Du Jour
Back by popular demand it's another rock music quiz show. Mark and Jana are joined by two previous guests. Thom, the Snack A Little cover art creator (and he's also) Jana's brother. And Kevin, a friend and fellow rock music enthusiast. Because nothing says rock and roll like a bowl of the cereal formerly known as Super Sugar Crisp, that's how things get started. After the bowl of "diabeetus" du jour is devoured, the quizzing begins. It's fun, rockin' and might just have you wishin' you could guest on one of our future rock quiz shows!
2022-12-05
54 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Dazed and Confused After Naps
Your hungry hosts start the show with a homemade ice cream snack. After the snack, Mark and Jana talk about naps and a small part of the population who feel worse after taking a nap. Mark shares a recent dream and he asks Jana to interpret the dream. And to keep the continuity, in Paranormal Corner you learn about a young girl who believes she is being sexually harassed by a ghost . . . at night. . . in her bed.
2022-09-19
47 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
How Nerdy Are You?
The show begins with a spiced Middle Eastern Pudding. After the snack, Mark shares the 411 on a company that really should be a Snack A Little sponsor. And for the nerds in the room, Jana shares the names of 34 celebrities who have appearances in the Star Wars franchise movies. How many do YOU know about? Or in other words - How nerdy are you? And to scare the heck out of you, in Paranormal Corner Jana and Mark learn about a strange event that happened to some American Marines during combat in Afghanistan.
2022-09-05
55 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Doctor Daliah Makes Another 'Nother House Call
Jana and Mark start the show with a sweet treat. Tomato and lemon ice cream with a lemon sauce. Jana likes the odd combo, Mark is ... well, listen and find out. After the odd snack your hosts welcome Doctor Daliah Wachs back to the podcast. The never ending Covid story is discussed and whether lockdowns hurt our bodies fantastic ability to ward off viruses.
2022-08-01
43 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Your Moldivite Is Hanging Out
Jana and Mark start by snacking on a cool and slushy lemon, vanilla cream treat. Then your relationship "experts" delve into the subject of pet names in relationships. Are they a healthy sign? Mark shares a great mid 80's tune that has both hosts questioning their moral compasses from way back in the day. And in Paranormal Corner, Jana talks about rocks, gems, stones and their alleged healing and mystical powers.
2022-07-25
46 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Pukwudgies
This episode begins with white chocolate. Since both of your hosts feel that white chocolate doesn't deserve the name chocolate in it's title, Jana set out to find a way to improve the tasting experience. Once the sweet treat is consumed, Jana shares cringe-worthy truths about the cleanliness, or lack thereof, in restaurants. Mark takes the reins and changes the subject to the time he had a hit put out on him. To wrap it up, in Paranormal Corner, your hosts learn about those wicked little sprites, the Pukwudgie.
2022-06-27
53 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Don't Clip Your Toe Nails At Night Or You'll Go Blind
The show starts with Korean Honey Butter Chips and a drink they're talkin' about on Tik Tok. After the snackin' Mark and Jana discuss the new hybrid pandemic hours and the issue with employees who wish to keep working remotely. In order to bring things back to a zen place, Jana talks about Korean's and their love of self care and skin care. Then, taking a cue from Korea, Jana and Mark apply masks on their hands and moisturizing patches on their eyes. And speaking of hands, in Paranormal Corner, Jana tells about a disembodied hand, and then Korean supers...
2022-06-13
1h 01
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Sometimes You Feel Like a Cake. Sometimes You Don't
The show starts with Mark's homegrown strawberries made into freshly churned ice cream. Once the ice cream is devoured, Mark and Jana discuss a sexual harassment lawsuit at a junior high school - it has your hosts questioning the sanity of the woke and it has your favorite podcast hosts to question who the heck is running this woke agenda! Jana plays an audio recording of a Tik-Tock lib who discusses a new type of NON -gender identifier. Moving right along, Jana and Mark touch on the Depp/Heard trial. And in Paranormal Corner, Jana tells of some curious new acti...
2022-05-23
1h 01
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Side of Homelessness
Mark and Jana are joined by two guests and the show starts with all four snacking on Korean sweet corn soup chips, or,... maybe they're crackers,... or cereal nuggets. Once the unusual snack is mowed down, the show takes a turn to the serious: Homelessness. Joell, an insider with years of experience, brings the facts and lays down the friggin' truth hammer. Ileana, a return guest, is a dispatcher for an ambulance co., what kind of calls does she get from or about homeless individuals? Fueled by carbs, Mark, Jana, Joell and Ileana dive...
2022-05-09
56 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Stuff That Happens To Us
The show starts with a taste comparison that involves chocolate and peanut butter. After the snack Jana shares a study that explains why having dinner at "the right time" is important. Mark and Jana also share a new segment, "stuff that happens to us". And the show ends with paranormal corner and the topic is time travel!
2022-04-24
57 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
From Pedestrian to Elevated
The show starts with a can of Janatized Spaghettios. Once their Italian-tooth is satisfied, Jana shares the sobering information about the current mental health crisis that is a result of the pandemic. To bring us back from the brink, Mark discusses his recent experience with the customer service of a large cable company. And in Paranormal Corner Jana and Mark learn true stories from hospitals workers and the creepy things that are happening at hospitals.
2022-04-11
53 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
To Forgive, Or Not To Forgive. That Is The Question
To start the show, Mark shares a retro snack that's made a comeback. To send that snack down the drain, Jana shares some studies that reveal personality traits that can be attributed based on your shower habits and your music choices. Switching into a more serious topic, Mark talks about forgiveness and wants to know what it might take for Jana to NOT forgive someone. And in Paranormal corner things get Randonautica. It's an app that involves GPS coordinates and some really bazaar findings.
2022-03-28
49 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
The Dumping Grounds
The show starts with homemade ginger ale and store bought pork tamales. After the satisfying snack, Mark shares stories from people who divulge how they were dumped. Jana shares 3 different songs from three different artists. The songs share the same melody, and the original tune has been around for a few hundred years. And in Paranormal Corner, Mark and Jana have their fortunes read by a fish.
2022-03-07
54 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
1. Sea Shanties And Ding-A-Lings
In our first episode of season 3, we start the show with some experimental snacking and drinking. Three packaged products from Afghanistan, including dry roasted and salted apricot seeds! The drink is an odd combo recommended by a friend, and you may just want to try it too! After the snack, Jana shares her new found knowledge after falling down the sea shanty rabbit hole. Mark shows the sea shanties the door by sharing a song with .,..., erm, interesting lyrics. To close out the show, in Paranormal Corner, Jana discusses the latest paranormal oddity going on not in her home this t...
2021-12-13
1h 02
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Confessions About Thanksgiving During The Great Depression
Mark and Jana share a some Thanksgiving themed snacking on the last show of season 2! On this Thanksgiving show there's an in studio guest. Jana's mom talks about what Thanksgiving was like during the Great Depression. It's interesting, heart warming and makes you feel warm and fuzzy!
2021-11-22
1h 03
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Poetry and Pears (40)
The show starts with SOS, a military food favorite. Mark and Jana also discuss a couple of things "vid" related. To change the subject 1- hondo percent, your hosts get artsy and try some "blind poetry". In Paranormal Corner Jana gives an update on haunted hyjinx at the manor.
2021-09-06
51 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Tales Of Spontaneous Human Congestion
The show starts with a southern tomato sandwich salad and some really disgusting yogurt soda 🤮! Then, the hosts with the most discuss ways their city is dealing with the latest Covid variant. To cleanse their Covid crusted pallets, Jana shares a very well known tune covered by two different bands. The tune was originally recorded and written by, arguably, one of, if not THE most popular rock bands in history. And, in Paranormal Corner, Jana and Mark discuss spontaneous human combustion.
2021-08-10
52 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Homeless and Horny
The show starts with some gut friendly sweet treats and the ingredients might surprise you! After the snackfest, Mark shares an awesome rock song with some unexpected trivia and a performance by unknown and unexpected artist.. and then the original song topic runs away... Jana discusses the growing homeless problem and some recent experiences whilst out working amongst the homeless. And in Paranormal Corner Jana tells about an odd situation at her home and also reveals a new app on her phone that allegedly detects figures unseen by the human eye.
2021-06-14
49 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Past Experiences are Predictors for Future Schiznit
The show starts with your hosts snacking on an Italian style grilled cheezza sandwich. After the snack Mark and Jana fill you in on the latest with Corona Virus in California. Careening down the podcast highway, J and M discuss the long term negative impact of adverse childhood experiences. To continue with the positive vibe, Mark has an entitlement incident that he needs to unload. And in Paranormal Corner, Jana shares information about some well known haunted locations in California.
2021-06-07
58 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
To Everything Stir, Stir, Stir
The show starts with a cookie in a croissant and some homemade "designer"coffee. After the snack Mark shares a song and some of the song facts. Jana follows up with a personality test for Mark. And in Paranormal Corner, Jana shares the opinions of scientists in regards to the paranormal.
2021-05-10
55 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Mark Admits He's A Retail Whore
The show starts with a coconut and chocolate feeding frenzy. After the snack Jana and Mark discuss the difference between conservatives and liberals and their beliefs about Corona Virus statistics. Marks takes the show into the locker room and teenage locker room antics. The show ends with a dip into Paranormal Corner and Bigfoot sightings.
2021-04-26
55 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Mark Admits He's a Retail Whore
The show starts with a coconut and chocolate feeding frenzy. After the snack Jana and Mark discuss the difference between conservatives and liberals and their beliefs about Corona Virus statistics. Marks takes the show into the locker room with teenage locker room antics.The show ends with a dip into Paranormal Corner and Bigfoot sightings.
2021-04-26
55 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
It's A Dude Thing
The show starts with an avocado, banana, chocolate pudding AND a keto strawberry cheesecake. Fighting a food coma Mark shares a song. Mark and Jana discuss whether people can ever forget their first love. And, in Paranormal Corner, Jana shares important information discovered on brain scans of murderers.
2021-04-19
1h 01
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
It's So Bad That It's Good
Mark brings milk and Girl Scout cookies to start the show. While continuing to munch on the tasty cookie treat, Jana shares a beloved song from the 80's. Mark talks about going to a movie theater for the first time in over a year. And, in Paranormal Corner, Mark and Jana discuss the darker origins of some of your favorite Disney movies.
2021-04-05
1h 05
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Kuuuiiiiii!!!
The show starts with Mark bringing some coco-nutty snacks! After the nutty start to the show your hosts give an update on local Coronavirus!! changes and frustrations. To cleanse their Coronavirus!! palates, Jana discusses the benefits of a cold shower and challenges Mark to commit to 20 days of cold showers. To close the show out Jana shares a song from the '60's and a commercial jingle from about 10 years later that took its inspo from the '60's tune.
2021-02-22
48 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
I'm Thinking of Grabbin' Them
Jana and Mark snack on a tasty treat sold by a local business, suggested by a listener. After the snack, your hosts discuss some of the hardest job interview questions E.V.E.R. Then, Mark wants to take down one of Jana's favorite musical groups. In Paranormal Corner we discover that ghosts may be a heck of a lot more active in the CORONAVIRUS times!
2021-02-15
53 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Nothing Says Romance Like Slapping A Woman With Strips Of Goat Hide
Jana serves up some fancy Valentine chocolate with chocolate milk. After the snack your hosts discuss the mystery shrouded origins of Valentines Day. With no clear answer about Valentines Day, Mark and Jana plunge forward on the runaway Valentine train. They pass through Who Likes Valentines Betterland, and Who Falls In Love Firstville. In Paranormal Corner, Jana shares a phantom sound heard on a paranormal TV show that gave her the chills. It sounds like something she heard in her parlor a few years ago.
2021-02-01
1h 04
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Learn Your Partner's Love Language
The show starts with snackin' on borscht and kombucha. After, Jana and Mark discuss relationship killers. What NOT to do, as well as the importance of knowing your partners love language. Mark shares a song that ties in with relationships and pain. In Paranormal Corner, Jana shares some newfound information that involves the CIA and a well known, controversial celebrity psychic, spoon bender... or illusionist... or, was he both?
2021-01-25
1h 03
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
You Like 'em Harder, I Like 'em Thicker
Jana serves up some chips that are just the way Mark likes 'em. The bonus is a retro dip recipe. While continuing to snack (a little), your hosts discuss the thoughts of some of their listeners, on how they feel the future is looking with a new U.S President soon to take office. Then, to lighten the mood, Jana discusses the Great Depression, retelling in her mother's own words, what it was like to grow up during the depression, and thankfulness.
2021-01-18
45 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
You Like "em Harder, I like 'em Thicker
Mark and Jana start the show with an unusual retro snack. They keep right on snacking while moving on to the topic of politics and what's been happening recently in the U.S. In order to put a smile back on your face Jana shares a letter from her mom retelling what it was like to live during the Great Depression.
2021-01-18
45 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Eyes May Really Be The Window To Your Soul
Mark and Jana start the show with a simple fortune cookie snack! Mark has a commercial jingle that has . . . only just begun. Jana talks to Mark about what eye color might say about your personality traits. In Paranormal Corner, M and J seek answers about the future by asking the playing card/tarot deck.
2021-01-11
50 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Women Should Keep A Stick Of Butter In Their Purse (And Other Relationship Advice)
Jana starts the show by serving up some caviar spread with crackers. To cleanse their palates Mark and Jana take a walk through relationship land. The subject segues into a song that doles out relationship advice strictly for women. And in Paranormal Corner your hosts discuss a great tell for sussing out psychopaths.
2020-12-28
54 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
The Six Human Needs And Farewell To A Rock God
Mark and Jana begin the show devouring some meaty snacks! Then, they discuss the six human needs. It is believed if met, people have a great chance at happiness. Jana and Mark list their needs in order of importance. The belief is, if your top 3 are met, your relationships will be all the better. Get your pens and papers ready, you're gonna wanna write this down and play along. They finish out the extended show with a tribute to Eddie Van Halen, and the greatness of Van Halen music.
2020-12-14
1h 23
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
John The Butt Man
The show starts with a homemade version of the famous Hadley's Date Shakes. Jana talks with Mark about her talent for attracting weird people. Then, M and J talk about some of their memorable celebrity sightings. Finally, in Paranormal Corner Jana reveals some recent ghostly activity at the manor.
2020-11-02
53 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
A Tuna Fish and a Potato Walk Into a Jar
Your hosts start the show by snacking on a trick, and a treat. Then, Mark and Jana dive into a hunt for Martin Hoover's final resting place attempting to make contact with him. Do tuna and potatoes belong together? Should chocolate be served with tuna? Who is Martin Hoover? Why do Mark and Jana want to talk to him? Listen and find out on this extended Paranormal Corner edition of the Snack a Little, Talk a Little podcast!
2020-10-26
58 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
It's Ingest Chemicals Day!
Mark and Jana start the show with weird chocolate! After the snack Jana shares a song by a somewhat unknown artist. Jana needs help figuring out the lyrics and implores Mark and listeners to help. Mark talks about an experience with a tennis adversary. And in Paranormal Corner, your hosts with the most ghosts, try more playing card "tarot reading".
2020-10-12
45 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
The Discovery Of The Broob Hug
Jana serves up some kimchi ramen for the snack. After the tasty snack, Mark tells the uncomfortable tale of going in for a bro hug . . . with a chick. Jana directs the conversation to the stigma of women in thigh high boots. And, in Paranormal Corner, Mark and Jana try using a deck of playing cards for a "tarot" reading.
2020-09-28
45 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Donut Know If My Stent Was Crusty
Mark and Jana have an in-studio guest, and the three start the show with donut tasting. After an extreme sugar rush your hosts and their guest, Kara, (one of Jana's nursemaids), talk about the latest events in the ongoing saga of Jana's kidney stone. Naturally, the subject of kidney stones and stents leads to discussing relationships. The show ends with some unusual recent ghostly events that took place in Jana's parlor.
2020-09-21
1h 26
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Grab It By The Pee String
Mark and Jana start the show with No-Bake cookies and milk. Jana updates on her kidney stone and stent woes. To shake off the trauma from thoughts of Jana's pending stentectomy, Mark gives some current COVID-19 updates for the California area. In Paranormal corner, Mark and Jana discuss dreams and their possible meanings.
2020-09-07
51 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Spread Your Wings For Me Butterfly!
Jana and Mark start with southern comfort food: pineapple and mayo sandwiches! After, your hosts discuss love and romance, as it pertains to Hallmark movies and Harlequin romance novels. They wade through the sticky sweet subject and come out the other side to discuss a seedy subject - Mark's beef with a couple of retailers. In Paranormal Corner, Jana shares some new odd occurrences at the parlor and beyond!
2020-08-31
45 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
I'll Have The Phantom Phone Call With A Side Of WTH!?
M and J start with a semi-homemade, no bake "dump" cake. They share the cake with in-studio guest, Jana's niece and "nursemaid", Claire. After the snack, Mark plays a classic pop rock hit from the 80's sharing some little known facts about its origin. The show takes a 180 when Jana brings the topic of autism and the "spectrum" to the Snack A Little table. The question is, are we ALL on the spectrum? And in Paranormal Corner, Claire reveals the odd phone call she received while staying at "the manor"(Jana's home).
2020-08-24
57 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
It's Just a Foggin' Alibi!
Jana, The Dehydrating Queen, brings watermelon, blueberry, and strawberry jerky for the snack. Mark re-introduces another classic song to discuss misheard foul language lyrics, before he shares his beef with Walmart, and their lack of vegetable seeds. In Paranormal Corner, Jana once again tests Mark to see if he has psychic abilities, or a psychic connection with her.
2020-08-03
46 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
You Might Be Psychic
Jana and Mark snack on garden grown, homemade salsa! Mark has a beef about the CORONAVIRUS!! lockdown, and how parents are complaing about homeschooling their kids. The brakes squeal as M and J make a 180 degree turn, when their chat turns to discussing what men want from women, and what women want from men! Finally, in Paranormal Corner, Jana plays, "You Might Be Psychic" with Mark... be sure to listen and find out... IS Mark psychic!?
2020-07-13
45 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Doctor Daliah Makes A Housecall
Mark and Jana begin the show with some gas station chicken. After mowing down their roadside snacks, your hosts welcome Doctor Daliah Wachs to the show. The doctor is an open book and came prepared to answer Jana and Marks Covid-19 questions. She answers a few listeners questions too! Mark shares some encouraging Covid-19 infection and death rate stats.
2020-07-06
1h 01
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
The "How Much Innuendo and Bell Ringing Can We Squeeze Into One Show?" Show
Mark and Jana start with a nostalgic dessert snack. They move the show along with a chat about a GoFundMe funeral, that has got Mark feelin' some kinda way. Jana addresses an urban legend, wondering if there's any truth to the meaning of tennis shoes hanging over phone lines. Your podcast hosts with the mosts, bandy a shopping cart theory about. And finally M and J round out the show with Paranormal Corner.
2020-06-22
45 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Do Real Men Practice Skin Care?
Mark and Jana start the show with some stress relieving childhood comfort food on a whole 'nother level! They welcome a past guest to talk about how COVID-19 has affected working in a dispatch center for an ambulance company. They also talk about their own continuing experiences and impressions of the CORONAVIRUS! Jana encourages (forces?) Mark to take time for self-care before jumping into Paranormal Corner for some light hearted oddities.
2020-06-15
51 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
To Be a Whore or To Be a Recovered Whore - That is the Question
Mark and Jana try a magical pill that appears to mask the sensation and taste of sour and heat. Mark discusses his frustration with "found" missing people. Jana shares a funny story in hopes of giving people a much needed chuckle. In Paranormal Corner, M and J have another discussion about UFO's.
2020-06-08
45 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Something Got All Up In My Hair
Jana and Mark sup on weird but wonderful Polish pickle potato soup. After their snack they share their latest COVID-19 feelings and observations. Mark then offers up a country song selection in (another) attempt to turn our listeners, Jana, and himself, over to the dark side. And finally, in Paranormal Corner, Jana shares a friend's ghostly true story.
2020-05-04
45 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
That Man is Holding a Camera!
Jana serves up another listener suggestion for the snack: Chili with peanut butter! Then Mark and Jana wrap up their extended interview with Luis Fuerte, cameraman for Huell Howser on California's Gold.
2020-04-13
46 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
COVID La Vida Loca
Mark and Jana snack on freakin' hot tortilla chips, then a cool and tasty cucumber appetizer. A COVID-19 update, with listener's call-ins, then, to end on a high note, the details of a $4 dinner party Jana hosted, prior to this major zombie apocalypse shut down.
2020-03-30
59 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Foghorns in D Minor
Jana serves up a retro spice cake, with a unique twist. Mark delves into observations of current political events. Jana gives Mark (and our listeners!) another psychoanalytical test. In Paranormal Corner, Jana tells about the haunted light, and mysterious sound, in her bedroom.
2020-03-09
45 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Chair and Chair Alike
Jana serves homemade "sous vide" egg bites to start the show. Mark gives an update on his "light flu", and continuing experience with his mandatory California healthcare. In Paranormal Corner, Jana tells Mark about her first job at a local library, and some unusual activity that she witnessed there.
2020-03-02
56 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
The Wokeness of Hasbro
Mark brings the snack and it's: Chocolate, lots of chocolate! Mark introduces Jana to a "woke" change made by Hasbro Co., a "new and improved"(?) version of the board game Monopoly. Jana tells Mark about a disturbing college field trip to . . . the county coroner! In Paranormal Corner, both Mark and Jana talk about recent activity they've each experienced in their own homes.
2020-02-24
47 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
That's Not A Blowtorch, That's My Date!
In this episode Mark brings his special homemade ice cream for the snack. Mark and Jana discuss their strangest and worst dates, as well as their best! They also talk about being guests on "The Furlough Podcast". Mark tells about his GPS and it's inability to correctly pronounce *ding*-worthy words. And, in Paranormal Corner, Mark and Jana talk about the strange issue with flickering lights at The Manor.
2020-02-10
50 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Tales From The Lavatory
Jana and Mark sample some Dollar Tree freezer section food. Two chicken sandwiches, and some breaded mac and cheese balls *ding*. Mark revisits grocery store etiquette, with a few of his own issues. Jana gives Mark a relational psychology test and you, our listeners, can play along (get your pen and paper ready)! In Paranormal Corner, Jana talks about some bizarre "movement" in both of the bathrooms at The Manor.
2020-02-04
47 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
The Tortoise And The Edible Panties
In her own spin on the Chocolate Chip Challench, Jana has Mark try four different mint chocolate candy brands, with low, medium, and higher end price points. Does costlier mint chocolate mean it's better tasting mint chocolate? Jana gives tips on grocery store etiquette. Jana asks Mark how he defines cheating. What constitutes crossing the line and likely harming your relationship? In Paranormal Corner, Jana talks about a strange and unexplainable event that happened in the master bedroom and bathroom.
2020-01-20
57 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
All That Glitters is Not Pubes
Jana turns the tables, and gives Mark his turn for the Chocolate Chip Challench. Can he select his favorite brand? Mark and Jana discuss Hollywood casting . . . or, is it miscasting?! Then, Mark and Jana talk about what they were like in high school, and whether they've changed much since then. They want to know if YOU have changed. Paranormal Corner conversation touches on instances of divine inspiration, . . . or, is it just coincidence?
2020-01-13
47 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Know Your Place Woman!
It's 2020! Happy New Year! Mark and Jana taste two new sandwiches for the Chicken Sandwich Showdown: Part Two. Mark surprises Jana with secret recordings he made during the holidays in 2019. The co-hosts recount taking time to smell the roses, as they took a spontaneous side quest during their holiday road trip, exploring a small California town named Gustine. In Paranormal Corner, Jana recounts some creepy things that have happened in her parlor.
2020-01-06
47 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
You Tawkin' to Meme?
Mark and Jana try a food lab experiment, and a tasty smoothie that is also good for you. Mark debunks an internet meme! He also has a chip on his shoulder about what belongs on the "Nextdoor" app, and when you should simply phone a friend. In the Paranormal Corner segment, Jana tells stories about being protected or shielded during times of danger, or extreme duress. She asks Mark if he believes they're moments of divine inspiration, or just coincidence.
2019-12-30
47 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Christmas Around the World
In this special Christmas episode Mark and Jana speak to their international friends to find out how they celebrate(ed) Chrismas in their countries of (Cuba, England, and Chile). They snack on "Christmas cake", a Christmas tradition in England and wash it down with some almond nog. They also snack on plantains, commonly prepared and eaten with many Cuban meals. Then, Mark and Jana talk about their own childhood Christmas memories. This special episode is informative, fun, and heartwarming!
2019-12-23
1h 00
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
To Poo-Poo Pee-Doo or Not to Poo-Poo Pee-Doo
Mark has Jana take a blind taste test: The Chocolate Chip Challench. Mark talks about derp faces captured in sports photos, and a helicopter mom's reaction. Jana attempts to redeem her honor, with her misheard lyric from a previous show. This leads to a segment on other misheard lyrics. Then, in Paranormal Corner, Mark and Jana try candle wax "scrying".
2019-12-16
47 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Chicken Sandwich Showdown: Part 1
Mark and Jana hunt for a chicken sandwich that warrants beating people senseless in order to be first in line. Jana discusses the difference between unsolicited flirting, versus sexual harassment. Mark shares a song that has us reflecting back to those beloved '80's. Mark and Jana also discuss the final report, and hair raising recordings (EVP's), from the paranormal investigation at The Manor.
2019-12-09
47 min
Snack A Little, Talk A Little
Close Encounters of the Ovilus Kind
Jana brings homemade apple/pomegranate "salsa" and pumpkin hummus. Mark discusses local movie theater etiquette. Then Jana asks Mark about his family's traditional male/female roles during holiday gatherings, then beefs how it works at HER family gatherings. Mark and Jana discuss their hair raising (well, for the one who HAS hair) experience at "the manor" with an ovilus (spirit box).
2019-11-25
46 min