Friends In Wonder Podcast

15/08/2024

Well, howdy again! After a bit of a hiatus, FIW is back!! With VIDEO!!! Join us on this special edition of the Friends in Wonder podcast as Vince Kern and Joe Luther reconnect to delve into Joe's passionate involvement in the Kennedy campaign in Michigan.

Reflecting on the rewarding and empowering experiences of grassroots campaigning, Joe shares heartwarming stories and the occasional negativity encountered on the trail. This episode highlights the significance of community involvement and personal responsibility in political engagement, urging listeners to take an active role in shaping the nation’s future.

13/06/2023

Thank you to our over 100 Friends In Wonder who have followed this page! We look forward to Season II and are working on great new episodes! Thank you for your continued support. We could not have done it without each of you

24/03/2023

Following an unexpected break after a raucous Season 1 wrap-party lasting three days and causing them to miss last week’s show, The Friends In Wonder crew have been released on bail.

While their sentence was reduced to community service because the judge and jury loved the podcast and wanted them out for a second season, FIW was ordered to take a break and develop even more and better shows.

Never ones to run afoul of the law before, Joe and Vince humbly accepted the sentence without appeal. So, this much anticipated episode is a thank you and goodbye – for now – packed with the twists and turns of Season 1 and a finish you won't want to miss.

We welcome, value and appreciate all feedback. Please feel free to share your comments or suggestions for future topics at: [email protected] and visit friendsinwonder.com to rate, review, subscribe or share this episode or show.

Following an unexpected break after a raucous Season 1 wrap-party lasting three days and causing them to miss last week’s show, The Friends In Wonder crew have...

10/03/2023

Have you, or someone you know, been wondering about visiting Mexico but aren’t sure if it’s safe or a complicated international experience? Are you looking to add some culture to your winter getaway and maybe enjoy new activities like world-class snorkeling, visiting ancient ruins and sampling authentic local cuisine? Or are you simply wondering what the tourist experience is like in Mexico during the winter months of 2023?

This episode provides the information you need as Vince interviews Joe on location in Cozumel, Mexico. Listen as they provide insight into the Mayan wonders of the world, the culture, the food and the vibe of the locals, beaches and wildlife. So, travel vicariously this week with us and you’ll feel a little bit warmer and cozier before you venture out to scrape the ice off your windshield. With special guest appearance by Sheila Dowling Kern.

Have you, or someone you know, been wondering about visiting Mexico but aren’t sure if it’s safe or a complicated international experience? Are you looking to ...

03/03/2023

Have people told you "You should write a book," or "You should publish your art?" Is that little voice inside you asking the same question? Do you just need that final inspiration and guidance to share your gift with the Universe?

Even if you don’t have a “book inside of you,” you’ll be inspired by Donna Zetterlund’s adventure as she balanced her art and work life to become a self-publisher. You'll be uplifted and connected to the innate human desire to share our gifts.

Join us, as we interview Donna and hear her story about how she went from a child newspaper creator to an artist, media director and self-publisher of three books of children's stories and poetry.

She's even created a “how-to” guide (available on request at [email protected] ) that will outline the process of self-publishing because she's passionate about helping others achieve their dream.

We welcome, value and appreciate all feedback. Please feel free to share your comments or suggestions for future topics at: [email protected] and visit friendsinwonder.com to rate, review, subscribe or share this episode or show.

Have people told you "You should write a book," or "You should publish your art?" Is that little voice inside you asking the same question?...

24/02/2023

Have you heard friends and relatives gush about online services like 23andMe and Ancestry.com that analyze your genetic data and return information about your health and family ancestry?
Have you seen commercials or videos featuring happy stories of people uniting with lost family, or ones they didn’t even know existed? Have you already used one of these services but now wonder if it was a mistake?
Whether you're familiar with these services or not, have you considered some of the real-life implications about your data? There may be life-altering results you should know beyond the allure of learning more about your family history. This episode gives you the information guardrails to help you ponder your options.
Listen in as we give you an inside look from our personal experiences with using these services and how they work. You will learn about interesting and enlightening examples of some of the data you can expect to receive. You won’t want to miss this episode as we answer questions like: What happens with your data afterwards? Will your data remain private and secure? And, Is there some information that you might NOT want to know?
Your descendants will thank you!

Have you heard friends and relatives gush about online services like 23andMe and Ancestry.com that analyze your genetic data and return information about your ...

17/02/2023

Remember when "we want more good news in our news" was a common cry? Are you like most people who are worn-down by the constant bombardment of bad or controversial news? Could you use a break from the feelings of isolation and tension that often come with tuning into most news and media today? This episode will rejuvenate you with a much needed dose of good and positive news packed with information and fun storytelling. Vince and Joe focus on six recent and interesting news stories featuring whales, ancestors, good karma from paying it forward, huge felines and more! You feel lighter and more hopeful about what's happening in the world today after adventuring with your Friends In Wonder. Episode Art by Dale Parry
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11/02/2023

Do you want to spend less time being triggered by the overload of bias and incivility that surrounds us all? As the obvious partisanship in mainstream and social media increasingly reflect an echo chamber flooded by re-tweet Kool Aid, are you wondering how to help make it better? As part of a nonscheduled series, Joe and Vince share how they realized their own personal bias by looking at how a cognitive theory known as the Dunning Kruger effect is part of their life, and everyone's.
In an era when the battle for power and profit has mostly shifted from the battlefield to the manipulation of our brains, learn how practicing humility can bring more peace to your world. Plus, a story about Vince's bad driving on land and water that bruised his ego.

Do you want to spend less time being triggered by the overload of bias and incivility that surrounds us all? As the obvious partisanship in mainstream and social media increasingly reflect an echo chamber flooded by re-tweet Kool Aid, are you wond...

03/02/2023

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You don’t want to miss this one or a computer will decide for you! Get the lowdown on the recent huge news about what the billions invested by big-tech are already doing and planning to do with AI. Chat GPT is getting billions from Microsoft. Have you thought about where this is going? We have and we’re here to give you the scoop!

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20/01/2023

Turnabout is fair play, and this week Joe puts Vince in the interview seat to chat about how his journalism career intersected with the technology revolution in the newspaper industry. The internet-driven information explosion dramatically changed the news distribution strategy as the product went from the front porch to our smartphones and tablets. Vince was part of a team that led the changes, for better or worse.