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egg talks toegg talks to68 - with Meryl Williams, The Traitors, finding fame and losing friendsWelcome back to Egg talks to... and what a treat we have for you. In this episode I talk to the endlessly energetic and inspiring Meryl Williams, who you might know as one of the winners of The Traitors, or her podcast, You and Me.We covered so much in this conversation; from the struggle of making friends in your 20's, to life after Traitors, family life, living in South Africa, the power of manifestation. We also got into the nitty-gritty of balancing multiple jobs, setting mobile phone boundaries and grabbing every opportunity with both hands. Her positivity...2024-12-1742 minReality TV on RecordReality TV on RecordMeryl Williams (The Traitors UK)We are pressing record on conversations with the stars of your favourite Reality TV shows. This week I am joined by Meryl Williams! We chat about The Traitors, the different franchises around the world, originating a brand new UK game show, being a faithful, winning the show, how you get paid prize money, networking with Jenny from The Chase, learning to navigate social media, being scouted for The Traitors, the hatred that the faithfuls had for the traitors, Meryl's rivalry with Maddie, the pressure of trying to prove that you're a faithful, that finale twist, being buried alive, going...2023-12-2237 minSuperpowers with TashaSuperpowers with TashaMeryl Williams: Use Your Difference To Make A DifferenceMeryl Williams found fame on TV show 'The Traitors' stealing the hearts of the public on one of the most talked about reality shows from 2023. Meryl has a form of dwarfism called achondroplasia but she's never let it hold her back. Now she hopes to use her platform to show people that having a different body doesn't affect what you can achieve. In this episode Meryl talks about dealing with the impact of negative comments, the importance of seeing diversity in the media and how she stays positive.A Pixiu Production.2023-06-0838 min98FM\'s Big Breakfast with Rebecca and Brendan98FM's Big Breakfast with Rebecca and Brendan98FM's Big Breakfast: The Traitors Star Meryl Williams Reveals Future Plans After Quitting Job98FM's Big Breakfast: The Traitors Star Meryl Williams Reveals Future Plans After Quitting Job It was the TV show that everyone was glued to over Christmas. Meryl was one of the stand out contestants of the show, she spoke to Rebecca and Brendan on 98FM's Big Breakfast. She told them about her plans for the future:2023-01-2505 minThe Fashademix PodcastThe Fashademix PodcastMeryl Williams (BBC Traitors) - Use Your Difference To Make A DifferenceSo here goes our first guest special of 2023. And we had the absolute pleasure of interviewing BBC Traitors winner Meryl Williams. As Traitors addicts we had to try not to fan girl too much but absolutely failed. In this high energy podcast we discuss with Meryl her say yes attitude, her favourite brands and how she wants to make an impact on the fashion industry for those with dwarfism. We are truly humbled and totally inspired by Meryl.--------Don't forget to rate and suscribe wherever you get your podcasts.--------2023-01-2035 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitKerri Sullivan & New JerseyKerri Sullivan is the founder of Jersey Collective, one of New Jersey's most popular Instagram accounts. The project has over 31,000 followers and has been featured by the Asbury Park Press, New Jersey Monthly, CBS Philly, and News 12 NJ. Her writing has appeared in McSweeney's, Catapult, Podcast Review, The Billfold, and elsewhere. She is from Monmouth County but now lives in Essex County. You can find her on Instagram @ksulphoto. Games:Over/Under Best Buy Either/Or -- Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.   --- Theme song: "Sleep...2022-07-2548 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitSarah Morton Taggart & WeedsSarah Morton Taggart is a writer who lives in Utah with her two kids and one husband. She performs in a band with said husband and also has several side gigs, which include drawing comics and embroidering maps.    Games: Over/Under Best Buy Unexpected Fav   -- Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.     --- Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/ Editing by Clawson Solutions Group LLC 2022-07-0435 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitStefanie Seskin and E-books Stefanie Seskin and Meryl met in Chicago, and Stefanie now lives in Boston with her cat, Isobel. She works for the City of Boston and eats a lot of ice cream.   Games: Over/Under Secret Snack Best Buy   -- Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.   --- Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/ Editing by Clawson Solutions Group LLC  2022-06-2740 minCrossing It Off The Bucket ListCrossing It Off The Bucket ListStart an Apparel Company : Meryl KlemowAs a professional comedian and writer Meryl Klemow says funny stuff all the time that is t-shirt worthy, so why not start a T-shirt company? Meryl did just that. Follow her journey of taking a unique look at conspiracy culture and making it fun, not mean.Where to find Meryl:Clothing: http://Precanceledinc.comIG: @MerylKlemow Podcast: Campfire Sht Show: SpotifyMore Resources:https://www.shopify.com/blog/start-online-tshirt-businesshttps://youtu.be/SdXeOjrHDRE2021-12-2423 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitKat Klockow & Kevin Necessary & the Cincinnati Cabinet of CuriositiesKevin Necessary is a freelance illustrator and the editorial cartoonist for The Cincinnati Enquirer. His cartoons are syndicated by GoComics, and they have been published in publications like The Week and Politico.  Kat Klockow is an independent writer, illustrator, and editor working out of Cincinnati. Her current graphic novel projects are Witches and Sorcerers and Miss Grey: Back From the Dead. She is also the editor of the Cincinnati Cabinet of Curiosities comics anthology project which features a new set of Cincinnati and tri-state area ghost stories, urban legends, and creepy cryptids every year.  Together they ar...2021-10-151h 08The Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitSara Bir and PawpawsSara Bir is a chef and writer. She's the author of three cookbooks, including the IACP award-winning The Fruit Forager's Companion, and is an editor with the website Simply Recipes. She lives in Marietta, Ohio and spends her spare time scrounging in the woods for wild edibles. Games:Over/Under Either/or 2 truths and a lie   --- Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.   Subscribe to the Sleeper Hit for more from Meryl! https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ --- Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http...2021-09-2054 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitBizzy Coy & FreelancingBizzy Coy is a freelance copywriter for arts and entertainment brands. She has published short humorous fiction in The New Yorker, McSweeney’s and Vulture. Recent honors include a Fulbright scholarship, MacDowell fellowship and Puffin Foundation grant. She lives in upstate New York. You can get her monthly email newsletter at tinyletter.com/bizzycoy. Games:Over & Under First Date Secret Snack --- Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.   Subscribe to the Sleeper Hit for more from Meryl! https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ --- Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saints...2021-09-1354 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitMeryl Williams Clark & Enthusiasm (100th show!)Meryl Williams is a writer for the internet. And today it's her turn in the guest seat as her husband, interviews her in the Sleeper Hit's 100th episode.     --- Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.   Subscribe to the Sleeper Hit for more from Meryl! https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ --- Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/ Editing by Clawson Solutions Group LLC  2021-07-1939 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitLucy Huber & Sabrina the Teenage WitchLucy Huber is a writer and editor at McSweeney's. She calls into the show to discuss a great show from her past: Sabrina the Teenage Witch     Games: Over/Under Either/Or Best Buy   Find her online at @clhubes     --- Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.   Subscribe to the Sleeper Hit for more from Meryl! https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ --- Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/ Editing by Clawson Solutions Group LLC 2021-07-0541 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitJennifer Peepas & PaladinsJennifer Peepas has been writing an internet advice column at CaptainAwkward.com for the last ten years. She is the author of an upcoming collection of advice and essays from St. Martin's Essentials. Games: Over/Under Best Buy First Date Books and movies mentioned (Links are to Amazon, but please Shop local!) 1) Paladin's Grace  2) Clockwork Boys 3) Goblin Emperor 4) Upright Women Wanted 5) Witchmark   Movie: Queen (2014)   --- Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.   Subscribe to the Sleeper Hit for more from Meryl! https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ --- Theme...2021-06-1443 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitRyan Davison & Time Travel StoriesRyan Davidson was born and raised in Caldwell, Ohio. He went to Ohio Northern where he studied political science, broadcast journalism and social studies education. Ryan left for study abroad in Scotland in 2006 where he met Lydie, his now wife. They have two kids, Maxime and Abigail. He teaches high school history and economics at an American school in the Netherlands.   Games: Over/Under Secret Snack Famous Bae --- Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.   Subscribe to the Sleeper Hit for more from Meryl! https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ --- Theme song: "Sleep...2021-06-0747 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitHanif Abdurraqib and Grind (2003) Hanif Abdurraqib is a writer from the east side of Columbus, Ohio. His latest book is A Little Devil In America.   Games: Over/Under Secret Snack Best Buy Connect with Hanif: His Website His written works and where to buy them. His Instagram  Reach out for booking or brand partnerships Here Hanif's Pop-culture plug: Girlhood, by Melissa Febos (The link will take you to Amazon, but please support your local bookstores!) --- Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.   Subscribe to the Sleeper Hit for more from Meryl! https...2021-05-3131 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitBritt Julious & MTV's The ChallengeBritt Julious is a music critic for the Chicago Tribune, covering Chicago’s music scene. She has had bylines in Elle Magazine, Glamour and more. She is a human disco ball.   Games:  Over/Under Either/Or #FamousBae    The $500,000 moment mentioned   The infamous "Banana Backpack" Moment   Find Britt on Twitter at @britticisms or Instagram   --- Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.   Subscribe to the Sleeper Hit for more from Meryl! https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ --- Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/ Editing by Clawson Solutions Group LLC 2021-05-2451 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitElizabeth Gentner & Ranked Choice VotingElizabeth Gentner is a passionate performer and activist who has performed all over the world. She's worked extensively advancing voter rights and is the current Co-Executive Director of Rank the Vote Ohio, an organization dedicated to educating Ohioans about Ranked Choice Voting. After getting an undergrad degree from the University of Miami in Opera & Psychology and a Masters in Opera at Boston University, she spent 5 years in San Francisco performing and running her own small business. She will have her first post-pandemic performance on May 26th at 7 p.m. in Eden park's Seasongood Pavilion in Cincinnati! Games:2021-05-1737 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitDel. Danielle Walker & The Right to FoodDelegate Danielle Walker proudly represents Monongalia County in the West Virginia House of Delegates. She has dedicated her life to service, family, community, and public advocacy.  Delegate Walker is determined to help not only her constituents, but all West Virginia residents, have access to the best quality of life possible. She is passionate about creating an effective solution to the addiction crisis afflicting West Virginians and working to provide affordable housing initiatives so even our most vulnerable communities can live with dignity and secure a better future for our children.   Games: Over/Under #FamousBae Dinner Party   Del. Walker's pop...2021-05-1031 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitJessica Ellis & Rainforest CafeJessica Ellis is an award-winning screenwriter with degrees from UCLA and AFI. Her debut feature, WHAT LIES WEST, a coming-of-age adventure, is available on DVD on 5/11/21. She lives in LA And can be found giving away free pie on Twitter at @baddestmamajama.  Her trailer for What Lies West can be found Here Games: Over/Under Best Buy Weird Habit More about the Rainforest Cafe at the Atlas Obscura Native Candle Company, as mentioned in the show: https://nativecandleco.com/ --- Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.   Subscribe to the Sleeper Hit f...2021-05-0334 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitKevin Necessary & DuneKevin Necessary is a freelance illustrator and editorial cartoonist. He is currently the editorial cartoonist for The Cincinnati Enquirer. His cartoons are syndicated by GoComics, and his cartoons have been published in a variety of publications such as The Week and Politico. A Cincinnati native, Kevin will fight to the death defending Cincinnati chili. He lives with his wife, Julie, and three cats, Huckleberry, Grayson, and Bonnie. Games: Over/Under Two truths and a lie Either/Or To check out the Dune Soundtrack on Spotify, either scan or click the code...2021-04-261h 00The Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitSteven Allen Adams & SkaSteven Allen Adams is the state government reporter and political columnist for the Ogden Newspapers chain in West Virginia. He is also a producer and radio D.J. for community radio station WTSQ 88.1 FM in Charleston, where he hosts ska and pop punk show Noise Brigade every Monday at 5 p.m. Steven has more than 15 years of experience working in journalism and broadcast media as a reporter, editor, radio news anchor, TV news producer, sound engineer, and podcast producer. Games: Over/Under Best Buy #FamousBae   Follow Steve on Twitter: @stevenadamswv Follow Steve on Instagram: @ste...2021-04-0558 minMeryl KennedyMeryl KennedyWomen’s History Month: Holly WilliamsRice Up Your Bowl Episode III. Meryl interviews a longtime friend, Holly Williams. Holly is a mother of 3, singer/songwriter + founder of Whites Mercantile, H Audrey Boutique, & Whites Room and Board. Check it out!2021-03-2522 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitAlex Steed & MindfulnessAlex Steed is the co-host of Why Are Dads, and he is the owner of a creative and commercial content production company called Knack Factory. He lives in Nashville, TN and Cornish, Maine. Games: Over/Under Dinner Party #FamousBae   Alex Steed on Twitter: @alexsteed     Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.   Subscribe to the Sleeper Hit for more from Meryl! https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ --- Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/ Editing by Clawson Solutions Group LLC 2021-03-2250 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitMini Hit with MerylJust Meryl this week as she shares her thoughts about the 1st anniversary of pandemic living, the Apple+ TV Show Ted Lasso, hair shears, and going ham on your birthday.  After the year we all have had, you deserve it! You can find out more about this gorgeous Infinite ear cuff at Maison Miru Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams.   Subscribe to the Sleeper Hit for more from Meryl! https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ --- Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/ Editing by Clawson Solutions Group L2021-03-1512 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitEmma Criswell & the Child-Free by Choice MovementEmma Criswell is an avid book reader, cat mom, meditator, yoga lover, and tea aficionado currently living in Columbus, Ohio.   After receiving her Master's in Marketing from Ohio University, she spent the rest of her 20's in NYC living the wine marketing life, working for exciting venues like Robert DeNiro's TriBeCa Grill.  Currently, she's VP of Client Relations at Balzac Communications, a beverage marketing firm based in Napa Valley. She is very happily childfree by choice and single, all the while contemplating her next move with her black cat, Henry.    You can read more about the childfree movement on Reddit   Emma...2021-03-0847 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitElla Dawson & Romance NovelsElla Dawson is a sex & culture critic who drinks too much diet coke. In her writing, she digs into topics we usually avoid in polite company: from our dehumanizing culture of casual sex, to how shame keeps us silent about our mental and sexual health.  Ella's Patreon: https://Patreon.com/brosandprose Ella's Twitter: @brosandprose Meryl and Ella play rounds of Over/Under, Secret Snack, and Famous Bae.   Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2021-03-0148 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitMandy Shunnarah and Waffle House Mandy Shunnarah is an Alabama-born writer who now calls Columbus, Ohio, home. Her essays, poetry, and short stories have been published in Electric Literature, The Rumpus, Entropy Magazine, and more, as well as an essay forthcoming in the New York Times. She's currently working on a book about her half-Southern redneck, half-Palestinian family. She runs the book blog Off the Beaten Shelf and the vintage shop Posh&Page Vintage.   You can learn more about all this stuff at mandyshunnarah.com.   Meryl and Mandy play rounds of Over/Under, Weird Habit, and #FamousBae   Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https...2021-02-2239 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitTalking Real with Allie RyanAllie Ryan works in healthcare marketing. She loves animals, wine, and coffee. She wholeheartedly believes in human rights and that she is a good plant mom and decent cat guardian to her feline friend, Shandy. Allie and Meryl Discuss "Real Talk", self care, and finding the right Primary Care Physician. They play a round of Over/Under, Weird Habit, and Either/ Or. Allie is on Twitter and Instagram  Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.sain...2020-12-2150 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitLiz Juranek & Band of BrothersLiz Juranek is a former writer and editor who now works for a medical association doing neither of those things. She has two Instagrams: one for makeup and one for following hamster and other small rodent accounts. She is also Meryl's co-host on Texas Forever, their podcast about the acclaimed show Friday Night Lights. Liz also is an advocate for the Self Help Closet and Pantry of Des Plaines   Liz and Meryl play a round of Over/Under, Secret Snack, and Either/Or.   Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ Them...2020-11-2359 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitLiza Lovegood & BurlesqueLiza Lovegood stops by the show to discuss burlesque as well as some of the podcasts she's been listening to while shut-in due to the pandemic. She also plays a round of Over/Under, Unexpected Fav, and Weird Habit. Liza Lovegood dances burlesque in Athens, OH and loves to make you feel special with her deep throaty… vocal stylings. She also loves musicals and Harry Potter which influences her dances and even her name! Liza on Facebook Liza on Instagram     Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ Theme...2020-11-1633 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitWill Fogle & Medical MarijuanaWill Fogle stops by the show to discuss Medical Marijuana, CBD, and his absolute hate for Black licorice. He also plays a round of Over/Under, Unexpected Fav, and Either/Or. Will is an Emergency Medicine Physician and former Helicopter Physician with nine-years’ experience leading multi-disciplinary teams. He is the owner of Fogle’s Emergency Specialist LLC, providing telemedicine/telehealth urgent care to patients around the country. He is also the owner of healing-chemistry.com, offering medical marijuana recommendations in Ohio and New York, expanding soon to Illinois. Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwi...2020-11-0932 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitMini Episode: More Games with Daniel ClarkIt's time once again for a mini ep! Daniel Clark, Meryl's husband, stops by the show to play some games, including Over/Under, Secret Snack and Either / Or.  Daniel Clark is a mainframe systems programmer for the bureau of the fiscal service. He has a six-year-old son and loves home brewing, biking and running on his treadmill.  Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/ Editing by Clawson Solutions Group LLC2020-10-2622 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitMini Episode: Games with Gina WattersReturning guest Gina Watters is back on the show for a games mini episode! Gina is sometimes-writer with a day job in nonprofit development. She lives in Chicago where she staves off existential dread by trying to fight the good fight from her couch, in between episodes of Schitt’s Creek. Follow Gina on Twitter @cheetahmarie. Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2020-09-2837 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitSarah Morton Taggart & PBS KidsReturning guest Sarah Morton Taggart stops by to share some kids' TV shows that won't make you tear your hair out, thanks to the magic of PBS Kids. Sarah also plays Be Boss and Best Buy after a round of Over/Under! Sarah Morton Taggart is originally from Utah and has resumed living there after a decade-long stint in Chicago. She squeezes in time to write for a local newspaper and draw comics for her own amusement while raising two little boys. Follow Sarah on Instagram at @sarahmourink and follow her maps making project at...2020-09-1439 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitAndrew McIntire & Avatar - The Last AirbenderAndrew McIntire stops by the pod to make a case for Avatar: The Last Airbender (the TV show) as well as its sequel, Legend of Korra. He also plays Over/Under, Either/Or, and Secret Snack! Andrew is a father of 3 and husband who worked in professional politics for 5 years. He has been a political junkie ever since.  Follow Andrew on Twitter @AndrewCMcIntire. Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2020-09-0937 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitBonnie Tawse & the Cookie Table TraditionBonnie Tawse is this week's guest and the author of The Belt Cookie Table Cookbook, published this past June by Belt Publishing out of Cleveland. She is a writer and educator committed to exploring the connections between food, community, culture and the environment. She lives in Chicago with her husband and two sons. Follow Bonnie on Instagram @tawsebonnie.  Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2020-08-3156 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitStefanie Seskin & Supporting CreatorsMeryl's very good friend Stefanie Seskin stops by for what was meant to be a mini games episode and turned into a great discussion of why it's important to support the creators whose work you enjoy and appreciate. Stefanie plays Over/Under, Best Buy, and Secret Snack! Stefanie and Meryl met in Chicago, and Stefanie now lives in Boston with her cat, Isobel. She works for the City of Boston and eats a lot of ice cream. Follow Stefanie on Twitter @saseskin.  Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https://thes...2020-08-2445 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitDavid Cross & MocktailsDavid Cross stops by the pod to talk about the merits of making and ordering mocktails! He has tips for dealing with not drinking in social situations as well as ideas for starter-level at-home mocktails. He also plays Over/Under, Two Truths and a Lie and Weird Habit. Listen to his podcast Award Weiners! David is a content marketer based in Brooklyn, New York. He co-hosts Award Wieners, a podcast in which he reviews Best Picture winners and makes a hot dog recipe based off of the film. It’s a celebration of American culinary and cinematic po...2020-07-2746 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitMini Episode: Games with Daniel ClarkIt's time for a mini ep! Daniel Clark, Meryl's husband, stops by the show to play some games, including Over/Under, Super Group and Best Buy.  Daniel Clark is a mainframe systems programmer for the bureau of the fiscal service. He has a six-year-old son and loves home brewing, biking and running on his treadmill.  Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2020-07-2020 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitKelsey Funk & Making ClothingLong time listener Kelsey Funk stops by the pod to talk to Meryl about making your own clothing! If you too want to cut down on the amount of fast fashion in your closet *and* have pieces that are tailored to your exact measurements, Kelsey has some ideas for where you can start. Kelsey also plays Over/Under, Be Boss, and a brand new game called Either/Or! Kelsey Funk is a bereavement counselor and crafter. She enjoys making things, plants, yoga, dancing, and spending time with her husband and their chihuahua, Prince. Follow Kelsey...2020-07-1338 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitBrad Pierce & Children of MenThis week's guest Brad Pierce sells Meryl on Children of Men's message of optimism. This 2006 dystopian thriller tanked at the box office but was an underrated critical darling that resonates today more than ever. Brad also plays Over/Under, Secret Snack and #FamousBae! Brad enjoys most everything pop-culture, with the exception of being a social media ghost! His hobbies include cooking, biking, being outdoors, and hanging out with his wife Colleen and their hound, Millard. He works as a professor at Marietta College’s Physicians Assistant program and practices as a PA one day a week at th...2020-07-0643 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitColleen Pierce & Investing for Financial FreedomColleen Pierce left the corporate world of marketing and communications after 12+ years. Now, she is living in the freelance writing world, writing mostly for the life science industry. Colleen is on the show talking about how anyone, but especially women, can build wealth.  Outside of the writing realm, Colleen enjoys biking and hiking adventures with her husband Brad, putting her green thumb to good use, and spending quality time with their trusty husky, Millard Fillmore. Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by S...2020-06-2951 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitSara Bir & Indie PublishingSara Bir is a chef and a writer. She's the author of two cookbooks, including The Fruit Forager's Companion. She is a regular contributor to Simply Recipes. Before the pandemic, she taught hands-on cooking classes and regularly gave presentations at libraries and festivals. Sara's topic is indie publishing, and she goes into the lack of diversity in publishing at large, including in food media. Meryl & Sara play Over/Under, Be Boss, and First Date and talk about the challenges of dating during a pandemic. Follow Sara on Instagram @sausagetarian. Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Ins...2020-06-2245 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitLevi Funk & The Grateful DeadLevi Funk is a mental health counselor, musician and Twitch streamer. He stops by the podcast to talk up The Grateful Dead! Meryl & Levi play Over/Under, Two Truths and a Lie, and Best Buy and talk about why it's okay to not be productive during quarantine. The Grateful Dead Starter Pack on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/04Dayxtcuj97efL1GhfGto Follow Levi on Twitter @LeviFunk_ and on Twitch @funkwgn. Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@sai...2020-06-1544 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitSarah Arnold & Star Wars Rebels, Clone WarsThe Sleeper Hit Podcast is back for a third season! Sarah Arnold is the owner and founder of Clutch MOV, an online lifestyle magazine about the Mid-Ohio Valley. Sarah's topic is two Star Wars animated shows she thinks fans should be watching. Meryl & Sarah play Over/Under, Best Buy and Secret Snack and talk about road trips. Follow Sarah on Twitter @theresarahgoes and Instagram @wheresarahgoes. Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and Instagram @merylkwilliams. https://thesleeperhit.substack.com/ Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2020-06-0842 minTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastHello, GoodbyeComedy writer Liz Galvao joins Liz Juranek and Meryl Williams to talk about this episode of Friday Night Lights. Tami battles Buddy and the boosters for jumbotron funds, Smash gets good news, and Matt's mom tries to get back into his life. Follow Liz at @lizgalvao on Twitter! Texas Forever is a Friday Night Lights rewatch podcast. Follow us at @TexasForeverPod, @MerylWilliams, and @LizJuranek. Theme song: "Devil Town," Tony Lucca.2019-06-2848 minArtists Without DayJobsArtists Without DayJobsEp 57: Fulltime art & activism with Meryl RanzerMeryl Lynn has been a visual and performance artist, designer, entrepreneur, and women’s rights activist all her life. As an artist, Meryl worked with Eve Ensler and Sally Fisher on the first V-Day in Madison Square Garden in 2001.  She has had one woman gallery shows in NYC, created well-received feminist performance pieces, and has acted as co-curator in the group shows she participated in. Meryl is now working on several multi-disciplinary projects that meld her art, fashion, and activism, including a podcast with three other powerful women on, Race, Class, and Feminism. Her latest project, the Lau...2019-05-2429 minThe Lemon Grove PodcastThe Lemon Grove PodcastTyler James Williams- Crohn's, a Dragon Doc and The Guts & Glory GalaActor Tyler James Williams, best known for his roles in Everybody Hates Chris, Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders, Detroit and the upcoming Whiskey Cavalier, takes us through years of discomfort and symptoms that led to daily vomiting & seven ER visits in a matter of months... to what quickly became an ongoing battle with Crohn's disease. Now, as an advocate for The Crohns & Colitis Foundation, and Honoree at their upcoming Guts & Glory Gala, he is hoping his story becomes a scary example of what happens when we don't talk about our conditions, and will help others seek treatment. Special thanks to Kris...2018-07-191h 17Texas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastMud BowlTim's Beyoncé, Jason loves Oprah, Buddy makes a chemical spill all about himself, a cow makes Connie Britton laugh, and Meryl and Liz write FNL/Bring It On fan fiction. Oh, and the Panthers are going to state for realsies this time.   Follow the podcast @TexasForeverPod, and follow Meryl and Liz @MerylWilliams and @LizJuranek!   Theme song: "Devil Town," Tony Lucca2018-07-0656 minTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastCh-ch-ch-ch-changesAre the Taylors moving to Austin? Will Julie dance with all the other ballet-ers? Does Jason make the quad ruby team? What's going on with Tim and that single mom next door and will the answer give Meryl & Liz a joint brain aneurysm? All this, and more! Follow the podcast @TexasForeverPod and follow Meryl and Liz at @MerylWilliams and @LizJuranek! Theme song: "Devil Town," Tony Lucca2018-06-2956 minTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastExtended FamiliesBuddy turns into a psychopath with the help of pork chops and Magnum, PI. Lyla almost gets free of this dead-end relationship with Jason. Angela breaks her butt, so Tyra upgrades to a new mom: Tami! Waverly skinny-dips, but sadly this is mental illness and not just wild teen stuff. Meryl's cat meows, and we left it in as an easter egg.   Follow the podcast @TexasForeverPod and follow Meryl and Liz at @MerylWilliams and @LizJuranek!   Theme song: "Devil Town," Tony Lucca2018-06-2251 minTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastI Think We Should Have SexJulie wants to have sex, and Matt, Coach, and Tami freak out about that. Also, Tim's dad makes Matt's dad look like father of the year. What an episode to release on Father's Day weekend. Grandma loses her tapioca pudding; Liz and Meryl lose their minds.   Follow the podcast @TexasForeverPod and Meryl and Liz at @MerylWilliams and @LizJuranek!   Theme song: "Devil Town," Tony Lucca2018-06-1559 minTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastUpping the AnteCoach Taylor is SO MAD at Smash because he dragged Coach into the middle of a would-be scandal. Tim leaves Dillon to find his dad, and Jason Street stands up to Buddy Garrity, alienating Lyla in the process. Meryl and Liz have heart palpitations over a scene with Coach and Smash playing football with neighborhood kids.   Follow the podcast @TexasForeverPod and follow Meryl and Liz at @MerylWilliams and @LizJuranek! Theme song: "Devil Town," Tony Lucca 2018-05-251h 15Texas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastS1E13 - Little Girl, I Wanna Marry You Oh man, Mama Smash is SUPER upset when she finds out Smash's secret and confronts Coach. Matt's dad peaces out of his parent duties because Iraq sounds preferable. Buddy tries to show Lyla there are other dudes in the world other than Jason Street. Tyra continues to be awesome. Meryl and Liz fantasize about a Collette Women spinoff. Follow the podcast @TexasForeverPod and follow Meryl and Liz at @MerylWilliams and @LizJuranek! Theme song: "Devil Town," Tony Lucca 2018-05-181h 20Texas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastIt's Different For GirlsIn the last episode, we saw what happened to Riggins when his affair came out, but what about Lyla? Turns out it's different for girls. Liz & Meryl break it down in this ep! Follow the podcast @TexasForeverPod and follow Meryl and Liz at @MerylWilliams and @LizJuranek! Theme song: "Devil Town," Tony Lucca2018-04-201h 11Texas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastFull HeartsLiz & Meryl break down episode nine of season one! We talk about people showing different sides of themselves: We've got Gatling Smash versus Dillon Smash; We've got Liar Tim/versus Game Hero Tim; we've got QB1 Matt versus actual, dorky Matt. Plus, we've got a ~Date Night Look~ for Julie and a LOT of thoughts. Follow the podcast @TexasForeverPod and follow Meryl and Liz at @MerylWilliams and @LizJuranek! Theme song: "Devil Town," Tony Lucca2018-04-131h 17Texas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastCrossing The LineLiz & Meryl compare Landry's dating advice to Smash's and praise Tami for not just her hair but also her sage guidance counselor wisdom in this ep full of good advice. We're a third of the way into season one! NOTE: There were some technical difficulties in recording this ep, in case some of our edits sound a lil' abrupt. Thanks for your patience! Follow the podcast @TexasForeverPod and follow Meryl and Liz at @MerylWilliams and @LizJuranek! Theme song: "Devil Town," Tony Lucca2018-04-061h 09Texas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastHomecomingIt's homecoming, y'all! Are you ready for the homecoming episode of Friday Night Lights season one? Meryl & Liz are! What's up with Lucas Mize? How much does Jason know about how Lyla and Tim have been spending their time? Is Business Tyra the best Tyra? (Yes.) Let's get into it! Follow the podcast @TexasForeverPod and follow Meryl and Liz at @MerylWilliams and @LizJuranek! Theme song: "Devil Town," Tony Lucca2018-03-301h 20Texas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastTexas Forever: A Friday Night Lights PodcastEl AccidenteLiz & Meryl are ill-equipped to discuss the problematic elements of this week's season one episode, "El Accidente," in which one character makes a false accusation against another. Tim and Lyla bust Street out of his rehabilitation facility but a great day ends with Street getting stabbed in the back. Follow the podcast @TexasForeverPod and follow Meryl and Liz at @MerylWilliams and @LizJuranek! Theme song: "Devil Town," Tony Lucca2018-03-231h 20The Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitMINI EP: Meryl's Winter RecommendationsMeryl goes over some TV shows, podcasts, movies, and books she's been digging this winter. Will 'This Is Us' be too bleak for January? Is Slate's new podcast about Watergate helping ease her anxieties about the Trump administration? Only time and therapy will tell! To get links to some of these things and more, sign up for Meryl's newsletter! TinyLetter.com/TheSleeperHit Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2018-01-2229 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#54: Stefanie Seskin & Christmas Rom ComsIt's a special holiday episode! Meryl's BFF, Stefanie Seskin, talks about the appeal of holiday-themed romantic comedies and how they're often dismissed because they are made for an audience of women. Meryl & Stef play Over/Under and Best Buy and share their opinions on re-gifting. Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2018-01-0459 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitSPECIAL EPISODE: Texas Forever Podcast PilotThe Sleeper Hit is still on hiatus, but Meryl recorded a pilot episode of a new Friday Night Lights podcast with her friend, Liz Juranek. If you like FNL, or like Meryl and Liz, give it a listen and give us your feedback! Texas Forever, y'all! Liz's twitter: @lizjuranek Meryl's twitter: @MerylWilliams Show's twitter: @TexasForeverPod2017-12-2741 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitMeryl's fall recommendationsMeryl goes over some books, TV, podcasts, and more that she's been into so far for Fall '17. Should you watch Riverdale and Rick and Morty? Find out now! To get links to some of these things and more, sign up for Meryl's newsletter! TinyLetter.com/TheSleeperHit Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2017-10-1625 minIgnite2Impact PodcastIgnite2Impact PodcastMeryl Davis: The Inspiring Olympic Figure Skater Ep. 13When Meryl first fell in love with figure skating on a frozen lake by her childhood home outside of Detroit, Michigan, she had no idea the journey she was about to embark on. Teaming up with partner, Charlie White at the young age of nine, Meryl and Charlie began their quest together. Neither knowing much about the discipline of ice-dance, the team was driven by a passion for skating and the desire to learn, grow and see improvement from one day to the next. 20 years later, Meryl and Charlie are the reigning Olympic Champions and the first and only Americans...2017-10-1437 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitMegan Burbank & Birth ControlFirst-ever returning guest Megan Burbank schools us on birth control, and how it's portrayed and misrepresented in politics. She also shares why what's best for her or Meryl or you may not be best for everyone! Follow Megan on Twitter @meganireneb and sign up for her amazing newsletter, The Killjoy Report. Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/  Show note: At one point, Megan mentioned USDA approval and she wants you to know she meant FDA! Our bad! ¯\_(ツ)_/¯2017-09-181h 10The Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#51: Owen Williams & Kids Cartoons with Wide AppealHigh school art teacher and graphic design artist Owen Williams (aka, Meryl's big brother!) talks about the appeal and depth of great cartoons like Gravity Falls, Steven Universe, and Star Vs. The Forces of Evil. He also plays a great round of Over/Under, along with Unexpected Fav and Best Buy. Follow Owen's classroom on Instagram @ and Owen on Twitter @geekierthanthou! Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/ 2017-09-1156 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#48: Luke Trayser & Ross Geller From FRIENDSFunny Chicago writer Luke Trayser makes a case for the smartest, nerdiest Friend to Meryl (who is clearly a Monica). Luke is internet famous for hating La Crioux, making this episode's edition of Over/Under especially entertaining! Follow Luke on Medium and Twitter (@TrukeLayser)! Related reading: https://medium.com/words-for-life/how-to-be-a-copywriter-f60fd17d4b68 https://medium.com/@thatdavidhopkins/how-a-tv-sitcom-triggered-the-downfall-of-western-civilization-336e8ccf7dd0  Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/ 2017-08-2254 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#47: Samantha Tucker & Calling Out Other White People on RacismIn light of Charlottesville, writer and activist Samantha Tucker talks why you need to confront the white people in your life on their racism. Follow her on Twitter @samtucker_i!  Meryl & Sam also play some games, including Over/Under, Unexpected Fav, and more. TinyLetter.com/TheSleeperHit Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2017-08-1451 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitRE-BROADCAST: #4: Evan Cartwright & AcquavitMeryl's Seattle buddy, Evan Cartwright, talks Scandinavian spirits in this episode recorded last summer. He also shared his thoughts on Seattle's public transit and what it was like to grow up in a literal ghost town. You can follow Evan on Twitter @evancartwright. Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2017-07-1753 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitMINI EP: Meryl's Summer RecommendationsMeryl goes over some movies, TV, podcasts, and more that she's been into so far for Summer '17. To get links to some of these things and more, sign up for Meryl's newsletter! TinyLetter.com/TheSleeperHit Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2017-07-1024 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#41: Jesse Lamp & Learning Stuff as an AdultSeason 2 premiere! Motorcycle Instructor Jesse Lamp doesn't want you to stop learning things just because you're not in school anymore. In this "lost" September 2016 episode from Meryl's last weeks of living in Portland, she interviews a dude she's known most of her life about growing up in a conservative part of the country, but how the military and two deployments to Iraq broadened his horizons. Travel and a lifelong love of learning has taught him the values of knowing about and understanding other cultures. Follow Jesse on Twitter at @Jesse_Lamp_101! Sidenote: Members of both the...2017-05-0157 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitSPECIAL EPISODE: Self-Care TipsIn the spirit of Another Round, Meryl runs down a list of self-care tips, for when things kind of suck. Listen to her talk about the stresses and benefits of playing roller derby. She shares what you can try in your own life to check in with yourself, and seeing what you can do to make your life and mental health a little better. Follow Meryl on Twitter @MerylWilliams and sign up for her TinyLetter at TinyLetter.com/TheSleeperHit. Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2017-04-1739 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper HitSPECIAL EPISODE: Les Williams InterviewThis is a special edition of The Sleeper Hit: An interview with Meryl's grandfather six weeks before he died on March 25. Les Williams was the Director of Parks & Rec in Dover, OH for many years and was married to Kay Williams, a local reporter for the Times Reporter. In this interview, he shared stories about his life, some marriage advice, and his secret to being happy even late in life. He will be missed. Les was inducted into the Cy Young Tuscarawas County Old Timers Baseball Hall of Fame in 2008, recognized for his playing, managing and umpiring. He...2017-03-281h 03The Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#38: Meryl Williams & Therapy!Special guest host Gina Watters interviews *regular* show host, Meryl Williams! She talks about why we should be more open about discussions of mental health and treatment. Meryl is a writer for the internet who sends out a super fun feminist-y newsletter every two weeks called The Sleeper Hit. (She hosts a podcast of the same name!) Follow her on Twitter @MerylWilliams! Gina Watters is a Chicago writer and storyteller and general podcast enthusiast. Follow Gina on Twitter at @MercuryMarie5! Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2017-03-2040 minThe Farm ReportThe Farm ReportEpisode 313: John Flahavan & Meryl WilliamsThis week on The Farm Report, host Erin Fairbanks welcomes John Flahavan, the sixth-generation CEO of Flahavan's Irish Oats. The first family connection to the Flahavan’s name can be traced back to about 1785 when Thomas Dunn took over the mill. Dunn was the great-great-great-grandfather of John Flahavan who is the Managing Director of the company today. After the break, we're joined by Meryl Williams, star of the forthcoming short film Biophilia. Meryl plays the lead role of Rachel, an herbalist/farmer who convinces her boyfriend to leave Brooklyn and make a go of farming on his fa...2017-03-1553 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#33: Gabe Rosenberg & Fountains of WayneThis week, WOSU digital reporter Gabe Rosenberg talks about his affinity for the band Fountains of Wayne. He shares his recipe for the best-ever spicy snack mix made from Trader Joe's items, *and* he and Meryl become instant BFFs when Gabe praises Jenny Lewis. Follow Gabe @GabrielJR on Twitter!  Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2017-02-1356 minMy Wife Is In This Room: A Post-Bachelor PodcastMy Wife Is In This Room: A Post-Bachelor PodcastEpisode 4: "Emotional Intelligence" Ft. Meryl Williams (The Bachelor S21E4)Unlike The Bachelor, we promise that this episode of My Wife Is In This Room will not end with "To Be Continued...!" Writer, podcaster, and derby girl Meryl Williams joins Liz and Ross on the show today to talk about all the important stuff, like planted ex-girlfriends in Wakue$ha, Raven's ruffle obsession, Corinne's #corn origin story, and why Taylor is probably an alien. Then, the group tackles an R/Relationships question about sharing cat custody after a break-up. Plus: Danielle L.'s giggles! Nick's parents' makeovers! Whitney is apparently a contestant on this show! And much, much more! Che...2017-01-251h 09The Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#30: Chris Walsh & Dwayne "The Rock" JohnsonMeryl's friend and former coworker Chris Walsh raves about The Rock in this episode recorded in Chicago last month. Follow Chris on Twitter @walshification! Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2017-01-2356 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#29: Gary Williams & Breaking BadMeryl's dad, Gary, joins the show to talk about how awesome Breaking Bad was/is, plus who'd be at his famous dinner party. Williams is the author of five books about Ohio and is currently working on a biography of John Gibson. He loves baseball, history, and folk/bluegrass music. Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2017-01-1648 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#27: Kathy & Ines & Traveling Solo as a LadyKathy Pulkrabec and Ines Bellina, hosts of the XX, Will Travel podcast, join Meryl to talk about solo lady travel, and how women can take themselves on adventures locally or internationally. Follow Ines (@ibwrites) and Kathy (@kpfunkenstein) on Twitter and be sure to subscribe to their awesome podcast! https://xxwilltravel.com/ Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2017-01-0245 minXX, Will Travel: A Podcast for Independent Women TravelersXX, Will Travel: A Podcast for Independent Women TravelersHow to Road Trip with Meryl Williams of The Sleeper HitWriter, podcaster and road trip expert Meryl Williams has crossed the USA by car three times! This intrepid traveler shares her tips for how to make the most of your time on the road. After all, it's about the journey, not the destination, right? For more Meryl, visit her @merylwilliams, and subscribe to her podcast and newsletter, both called The Sleeper Hit. Subscribe to our monthly newsletter here. Like XX, Will Travel on Facebook: www.facebook.com/xxwilltravel/ Follow XX, Will Travel on Twitter: @XXWillTravel Follow XX, Will Travel on Instagram: @xxwilltravel2016-12-1443 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#22: Doug and Chandra Jones-Graham & OhioRecording in Colorado during Meryl's cross-country move/road trip, two Ohio-to-Colorado transplants talk about why their origin state is underrated. Doug and Chandra Jones-Graham grew up in Ohio and share some of the reasons the state shouldn't be so quickly overlooked. Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2016-11-2859 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#18: Paul Williams & Tony The Convenience Store OwnerMeryl travels north to Olympia for this episode to talk with her cousin, Paul. He talks about the benefits of being on a first-name basis with local business owners, shares his thoughts on Game of Thrones and political theater, and reveals who would be at his super-selective dinner party. Follow Paul on Instagram @paulelliottwilliams. Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2016-10-1748 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#13: Brita Enflo & ABBABrita talks about her love for the band, ABBA, plus other Swedish culture she digs. She also shares a horrific first date story with Meryl, and reveals her full Swedish name -- complete with not one, but two, middle names. Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2016-09-2654 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#11: Ricky & Maria & Composer Thomas NewmanMeryl welcomes the co-hosts of her favorite pop culture podcast, How Dare You! Ricky Armendariz (@memoirpending) and Maria Brownmiller (@ohnothetreats) join the show to talk about underrated but excellent composer Thomas Newman, as well as who'd make the cut for their exclusive dinner party rosters. How Dare You Podcast: howdareyoupod.com Spotify playlist of Thomas Newman: https://open.spotify.com/user/rarmendariz/playlist/6ncNSgJJoMmCkcX2ZCjpAp  Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2016-09-1958 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#9: Brett McKinney & Bug JuiceBrett McKinney, host of Shuffle Podcast, talks about a much-loved Disney reality TV show for kids. He also talks about his strangest personal habit, and swaps weird pet nightmare tales with Meryl. Follow his podcast at @shuffle_podcast. Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2016-09-121h 01The Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#8: Sarah Morton Taggart & WalkingMeryl talks to one of her very favorite people, Sarah Morton Taggart! Sarah tells us about why we should be walking around our own dang neighborhoods, and gives a glimpse into new motherhood. She plans her dream super group and lets us know what her quirkiest habit is. www.SarahAnnMorton.com Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2016-09-0443 minThe Sleeper HitThe Sleeper Hit#6: Caitlin Weierhauser & Strong Man/Woman CompetitionsToday's guest is one of Meryl's favorite comedians, the amazing Caitlin Weierhauser (@unclecait)! She shares the best-ever worst first date story, plus her thoughts on modern marriage. Tune in to xrayfm every Thursday 7-9am for news, commentary, & FrownTown with Uncle Cait. Her next Lez Stand Up show is August 26, and you can see her every Wednesday night at 9:30 at Mississippi Pizza at the showcase she co-hosts called You're Welcome. https://www.facebook.com/LezStandUp/ Theme song: "Sleeper Hold," by Saintseneca (@saintseneca) http://www.saintseneca.com/2016-08-2258 minAddison RecordedAddison Recorded113: Kimmy Makes Waffles/June 6th, 2006 at 6:66 p.m.Meryl & Gina host more people than can fit in the PodFort™ to discuss episode 13, the season finale, of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. A round table talks about the season as a whole and offers up their favorite lines from the show’s premiere season. http://www.addisonrecorder.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/113-Kimmy-Makes-Waffles.mp32015-04-2143 minAddison RecordedAddison Recorded112: Kimmy Goes to Court/Mole Women Mole ProblemsGina & Meryl are again solo in the PodFort™ to discuss episode 12 of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. The ladies answer all your most burning questions such as: What animal kills the most people in America each year?; What’s the dirty secret about hotel bedspreads?; and what’s the deal with The Andy Griffith Show? http://www.addisonrecorder.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/112-Kimmy-Goes-to-Court.mp32015-04-1543 minAddison RecordedAddison Recorded111: Kimmy Rides A Bike/White NonsenseGina & Meryl host guest Stefanie Seskin in the PodFort™ to chat about episode 11 of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. The trio talks CrossFit, cults, and pony tails — and what makes Jon Hamm so darn adorable. http://www.addisonrecorder.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/111-Kimmy-Rides-A-BikeWhite-Nonsense.mp32015-04-1443 minAddison RecordedAddison Recorded110: Kimmy’s In A Love Triangle/Bye FeliciaMeryl & Gina host three other writers from the Addison Recorder for a panel discussion of episode 10 of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. Broadcasting, as always, from the PodFort™ the panelists choose sides in Team Dong vs. Team Logan, the mystery of the “buffer seat,” and Xan’s unexpected turn as a nerd. http://www.addisonrecorder.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/110-Kimmy-Is-In-A-Love-TriangleBye-Felicia.mp32015-04-0943 minAddison RecordedAddison Recorded109: Kimmy Has a Birthday/I Can’t Fix AmericaGina & Meryl broadcast, as always, from the PodFort™ and discuss episode nine of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. Tune in as they try to wrap their brains around “Beat that Bitch with a Bat”, what jodhpurs are, and why it’s so hard to sing along with Katy Perry. http://www.addisonrecorder.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/109-Kimmy-Has-A-BirthdayI-Can%E2%80%99t-Fix-America.mp32015-04-0743 minAddison RecordedAddison Recorded108: Kimmy Is Bad At Math/Joe Invisible MillionaireGina & Meryl broadcast, as always, from the PodFort™ and discuss episode eight of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. Listen to them gush about a Ghostbusters homage and why neither would dare mispronounce “library.” http://www.addisonrecorder.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/108-Kimmy-Is-Bad-At-MathJoe-Invisible-Millionaire.mp32015-04-0243 minAddison RecordedAddison Recorded107: Kimmy Goes To A Party/1996 CalledMeryl & Gina bring fellow Addison Recorder writer into the PodFort™ to gab about episode seven of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. http://www.addisonrecorder.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/107-Kimmy-Goes-To-A-Party1996-Called.mp32015-03-3143 minAddison RecordedAddison Recorded106: Kimmy Goes To School/Pinot NoirGina & Meryl chat about the portrayal of teachers on TV and also unpleasant incidents on public transit with special guest, Tahiti Arsulowicz. http://www.addisonrecorder.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/106-Kimmy-Goes-To-SchoolPinot-Noir.mp32015-03-2643 minAddison RecordedAddison Recorded105: Kimmy Kisses A Boy/My WiiiiiiifeMeryl & Gina welcome Kevin Triskett into the PodFort™ to talk about episode five of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. Kevin answers the three questions all Addison Recorded guests are asked and continue to debate the show’s references to years-old cultural touch stones. http://www.addisonrecorder.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/105-Kimmy-Kisses-A-BoyMy-Wiiiiiiife.mp3  2015-03-2443 minAddison RecordedAddison Recorded104: Kimmy Goes To The Doctor/Hashbrown No FilterGina & Meryl discuss the weirdest episode of the series yet, but still one with some pretty killer lines. From the idea of a reality show starring Kimmy and Flavor Flav touring haunted B&Bs in the countryside to Kimmy being instructed on taking her first selfie, the Addison Recorded duo is sold. http://www.addisonrecorder.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/104-Kimmy-Goes-To-The-DoctorHashbrown-No-Filter.mp32015-03-1943 min