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The seventh edition of Wonder Why is one for the books. Taking a trip back to the summer of 1970, @chadsmart and @mikedekalb examine the hit and “career” of English artist Ray Dorsett, pka Mungo Jerry. Mungo Jerry had a summertime hit with “In the Summertime.” A catchy jingle that peaked at #3 on the […] The post POSITIVE CYNICISM EP 52: WONDER WHY; MUNGO JERRY appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

On the latest Question Everything, host @chadsmart welcomes his cousin Miranda Mize to discuss her efforts to bring medical services to the remote village of Churcampa in  Peru. Upon graduation from high school, Miranda was encouraged by RAKlife Executive Director, Matthew Foster to write about something she was passionate about. Knowing the struggles her relatives […] The post Positive Cynicism EP51: Question Everything; Miranda Mize appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

@chadsmart is joined by new monthly co-host Eric Bennett to discuss the hype surrounding this year’s annual San Diego Comic-Con. With the largest gathering of pop culture fans preparing to descend on San Diego for five days, Chad and Eric breakdown who, or what, will be showcased with panels and displays. The bigger factor though […] The post Positive Cynicism EP 50: Comic Con 2018 Preview appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

Episode after episode, @chadsmart has encouraged listeners to “do something positive.” What happens when he’s forced with an opportunity to follow his own advice? That’s the crux of this episode of Positive Cynicism.  A chance run in with a homeless man has Chad questioning if he’s capable of doing something positive automatically or only when […] The post Positive Cynicism EP49: Do Something Positive appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

Another month, another edition of Wonder Why. This month, @chadsmart and @mikedekalb examine the career of 80’s hair metal band, Autograph. Opening for Van Halen and scoring a top 30 hit with their debut single, “Turn Up the Radio,” Autograph looked poised to make it big on the charts in 1985. Unfortunately, their success peaked […] The post Positive Cynicism EP 48: Wonder Why; Autograph appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

While June was meant to be the start of a new series on Positive Cynicism looking at the evolution of the summer blockbuster, life obligations pushed those plans back for a month. Instead host @chadsmart and frequent pop culture collaborator Eric Bennett examine the not new but seeming louder occurrence of people choosing to hate […] The post Positive Cynicism EP 45: Predetermined Hating is So Low appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

Positive Cynicism EP 46: Dealing with Depression Awareness of mental health issues such as depression and bipolar disorder is currently on the rise. In the past, such disorders went either undetected or were simply disregarded as an excuse for erratic behavior. @chadsmart fit into this category. Inspired by a blog post from professional wrestler @GentlemanJervis […] The post Positive Cynicism EP 46: Dealing with Depression appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

@chadsmart and @mikedekalb return with another edition of Wonder Why. This edition features a listener suggested One Hit Wonder Choice. Chad and Mike break down the 1979 hit song What You Won’t Do for Love by Bobby Caldwell. While Mike was familiar with the song, Chad had never heard it before. What opinion do they […] The post Positive Cynicism EP 43: Wonder Why; Bobby Caldwell appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

Positive Cynicism 44: Question Everything; Jenna Jamieson. The #SummerOfPositivity kicks off with Question Everything guest Teacher/Author @jennarpjamieson. Jenna is the author of  Giving Back: Lessons from an adopted immigrant on why a happy life is about helping others. In addition to the interview, @chadsmart gives details on giveaways happening over the next three months. The […] The post Positive Cynicism 42: Question Everything; Jenna Jamieson appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

Positive Cynicism 42: Positive Updates. A big summer is brewing in the Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network studios. Positive Cynicism has a lot planned for the next 4 months. Host @chadsmart runs down the plans for the summer with Question Everything, Wonder Why and the as of now untitled History and Evolution of Summer Blockbusters. If […] The post Positive Cynicism 41: Positive Updates appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

Positive Cynicism 41: Pledge of Positivity.  After a weekend filled with non-stop negative news, from the White House Correspondents Dinner to Kanye West to a Las Vegas Golden Knights double overtime playoff loss, @chadsmart has decided enough is enough. He is taking a pledge of positivity as he vows to focus more on the good […] The post Positive Cynicism 40: Pledge of Positivity appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

Positive Cynicism Episode 40: Wonder Why; The Proclaimers. Once again, @chadsmart and @mikedekalb try to understand why certain bands only had one Top 40 hit in the United States.  This month they examine the duo of Scottish twins, Charlie and Craig Reid. The Proclaimers, as the twins are collectively known, achieved their US success in […] The post Positive Cynicism EP39: Wonder Why; The Proclaimers appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

On the latest installment of Question Everything, @chadsmart welcomes My 1-2-3 Cents host @kevinhunsperger to the show.  Topics discussed range from Kevin’s inspiration for starting the My 1-2-3 Cents blog and podcast to branding to charity work. In addition, we also talk about Kevin’s work with Stride Pro Wrestling and his recent physical altercations with […] The post Positive Cynicism Ep 38: Question Everything; Kevin Hunsperger appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

This episode, @chadsmart is joined by Associate Professor of Communication at Quincy University, Travis Yates (PopCultIQ) to discuss the circular argument of does society shape television or does television shape society? We look at child programming from the ’70-’80s compared to today. Then transition to programs aimed at adults and reliance of violence and negativity […] The post Positive Cynicism EP37: We Need More Neighbors like Mister Rogers appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

The madness of March brings the next installment of the Wonder Why series. This monthly feature examines the career of artists who achieved success with one hit song.  This installment @chadsmart and @mikedekalb (www.hockeytransplant.com) break down the interesting career of Thomas Dolby. From session musician to professor, Thomas Dolby has perhaps one of the most […] The post Positive Cynicism EP 37: Wonder Why: She Blinded Me with Science appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

On the latest installment of the popular interview segment, @chadsmart is joined by @bls419 to discuss her podcast, So, Is He Captain America? If you’re a die hard superhero fan, you may want to approach this episode with caution. In addition to discussing the podcast, we play the game “Which Chris” and “Marvel or DC.” […] The post Positive Cynicism EP 36: Question Everything; So, Is He Captain America? appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

Ever had ideas floating through your head held together by a tiny string? That’s what this episode of Positive Cynicism is like. @chadsmart gives a soliloquy about negative social media posts. Why do people post negative or attacking comments to people they don’t know? What is gained by insulting people? If you can answer these […] The post Positive Cynicism Ep 35: Don’t Spread Hate appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

The second installment of Wonder Why is here. @chadsmart and @mikedekalb break down the one and only album by Joey Scarbury to see if any other song on the album lives up to the standard set by Joey’s hit single, “Believe It Or Not (Theme from The Greatest American Hero).” I hope they talk about […] The post Positive Cynicism EP 34: Wonder Why: Believe It Or Not appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

Positive Cynicism’s new monthly interview segment kicks off with the Co-Host of two of @chadsmart’s favorite podcasts. Tom Skull (Tom and Jim’s Top 5, Skullbuster Wrestlecast) takes the hot seat to answer all the deep questions. Topics range from podcast inspiration to independent wrestling to goals for the future. Tom and Jim’s Top Five Skullbuster […] The post Positive Cynicism Ep 32: Question Everything with Tom Skull appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.

@chadsmart has come up with a crazy idea for 2018. He will attempt to run a half marathon in October. Is it possible to go from couch potato to runner in eight months? He’ll either succeed or have to listen to @kevinhunsperger mock him for the next 10 years. In the latest installment of Positive […] The post Positive Cynicism Ep 31: Run Forrest Run appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » Positive Cynicism.