Best Shannon Palmer Podcasts (2024)

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Journalist Katy Grimes – Ep151 56:19

1d ago56:19

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Katy Grimes is the editor-in-chief of the California Globe and she always has a lot to write about. Focused on politics, Katy and Evan break down the woes of California while talking through prop 47 (addressing retail theft), homelessness, abortion, and more. Plus, what does the future hold for Governor Gavin Newsom? And what about Adam Schiff vs S…

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Derrick T. Lewis & Wrestlemania 40 Predictions – Ep150 56:52

16d ago56:52

56:52

Derrick T Lewis does it all: actor, host, ring announcer, media personality, singer and big wrestling fan! Hear about all his successes from how he started ring announcing to his current deal with The Bleav Network. Also, last year Derrick was part of Wheel of Fortune’s WWE Week. He has also been to a ton of WWE shows including landing last minute …

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Movie Producer Nick Smith – Ep149 45:12

28d ago45:12

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Let’s not sugarcoat it: Nick Smith is a movie producer in Hollywood! As VP of Production for Paperclip Limited, his latest project is a feature length nostalgic young adult comedy SNACK SHACK. Think Superbad meets Fast Times at Ridgemont High! Hear its origin story and how the distribution quickly came together. Also, what got him into film? What’s…

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Bon Jovi’s 40th Anniversary w/ Jessica Petraccione – Ep148 48:28

3M ago48:28

48:28

Evan returns from his unintentional hiatus to interview another fellow Facebook friend. This time it’s Jessica Petraccione and we’re celebrating the 40th anniversary of Bon Jovi. Evan and Jessica discuss favorite Jovi memories and then go rapid fire through every Bon Jovi album. What were their favorite tracks on each album? Which tracks were under…

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Fighting Depression 18:32

3M ago18:32

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Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. depression affects how you feel, think, and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. You may have trouble doing normal day-to-day activities, and sometimes feel like life isn't worth living. But there is help.…

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Shannon Kroner – Ep147 53:32

8M ago53:32

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Dr. Shannon Kroner has been working with special needs families since 2001. She is also the Executive Director of Freedom Of Religion – United Solutions (FOR-US), building an interfaith coalition of religious leaders who have united to protect the religious freedom of vaccine choice, helping thousands of Americans obtain religious vaccine exemption…

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Sarah Nicole Nadler (Money Coach for Entrepreneurs) – Ep146 49:31

10M ago49:31

49:31

Sarah Nicole Nadler is a money coach for entrepreneurs as a licensed financial advisor, author and philanthropist. So as Socially Awkward’s first entrepreneur-based Facebook friend, Evan gets Sarah to break down how to approach money. Where does she put her extra money? How do millionaires still end up short on cash? Later, Sarah talks about her fa…

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Nicola Cheung and the Paranormal – Ep145 40:24

11M ago40:24

40:24

Nicola Cheung met Evan initially when he performed at Landmark College in Vermont back in 2012. Since then Nicola went back to China through the pandemic, but recently returned to the United States living in Connecticut. What made her come back? How is she getting around without knowing how to drive? Then later, Evan delves deep into Nicola’s uniqu…

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WWE Wheel of Fortune Champion Grant Salzano – Ep 144 58:22

12M ago58:22

58:22

It’s been roughly a month since Wheel of Fortune’s WWE Week and Evan is talking to the champion contestant Grant Salzano. Grant won over $50,000 in cash and WWE-themed prizes over two shows in addition to the grand prize of tickets to Wrestlemania, Smackdown, the Hall of Fame and a Front-Row VIP experience for Monday Night Raw. Evan and Grant reliv…

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Wheelmania: Tracina Jones & Ben Clark – Ep143 1:09:56

1y ago1:09:56

1:09:56

It’s Wheel of Fortune’s WWE Week and Evan has Wheel contestants on to recap and preview their appearances. Tracina Jones from Tampa partnered with Drew McIntyre. What did they talk about? How has her week been since going viral due to her incorrect ball-centric guess. Tracina is joining by Ben Clark who is about to partner with Big E. How did they …

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Recognizing Stressors 25:30

1y ago25:30

25:30

Stress is not always negative. We need a certain amount of stress in our lives. Too much stress, however, can damage your physical and mental well-being.By Shannon Palmer

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Palmer Davis – Ep142 43:37

1y ago43:37

43:37

Palmer Davis dances hard, kicks high and can pull off a one-woman show. She also recently defeated breast cancer and was sharing her journey over social media. Hear how she emerged victorious and what she creatively has in store for the world. For more on Palmer, learn about The Palmer Dance Experience at palmerdance.com. In honor of Palmer’s appea…

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How well balanced is your day-to-day Life? 19:00

1y ago19:00

19:00

What parts of your life need attention? Physical, intellectual, family/emotional, and spiritual well-being is so important to full fill a good healthy life.By Shannon Palmer

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Matt Duron – Ep141 35:40

1+ y ago35:40

35:40

In their first ever conversation, Evan interviews Matt Duron, someone he hoped would get him a gig at his college (Thiel) back in 2007. Unfortunately, 15 years later, Evan has still not played Thiel but he is still friends with Matt. Hear about Matt’s writing exploits, potential books in the works and his reaction to the pilot of the new Quantum Le…

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Chris Daniel – Ep140 39:36

1+ y ago39:36

39:36

Chris Daniel is running for Harris County District Clerk in Texas. Actually, re-running. Hear what his first stint was like, what a district clerk actually does and how people have been telling him how much they miss his district clerk-ness. And did you know more people have voted for Chris than for the governor of Utah? It’s more midterm magic wit…

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Kristina Irwin – Ep139 31:33

1+ y ago31:33

31:33

Kristina Irwin is running for State Senator in California’s District 24, a premiere zone that includes such communities at Santa Monica, Malibu, West Hollywood and many others. After setting an LA County record with over 6,200 write-in votes in the primary, this a mother of three, immigrant, small business owner and child advocate is out to upset i…

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Ernie Elwood – Ep138 34:02

1+ y ago34:02

34:02

Ernie Elwood (aka Elijah Beers) and Evan first met when Evan performed for Theta Chi Fraternity at Central Missouri State several years ago. But now it is Ernie who has taken the stage as an independent wrestler. What is his gimmick? Why the name Ernie Elwood? Where does he see himself ending up professionally? We hear about all that plus his big m…

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Did you know not Taking Responsibility can keep you in a cycle of Addiction? 28:06

1+ y ago28:06

28:06

Responsibility is a positive way of thinking rather than blaming oneself or others. How to overcome helplessness and victim thinking. What three excuses are you making? These excuses are keeping you in a negative cycle of addiction. The benefit of responsibility brings HIgh Self-Esteem, Growth and Causes you to make better decisions in your life.…

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Ryan Kugler – Ep137 27:12

1+ y ago27:12

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Ryan Kugler is a jack-of-all-trades, and perhaps even the director of Creed and the new Space Jam. (Oh that’s Ryan Coogler.) But really, hear about how this Ryan became a pro in VHS distribution but then reinvented himself in the liquidation business. He also has a side hustle where he puts on a variety of races. Plus, his family was recently out o…

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DOUBLE EPISODE: Actress Elisabeth Donaldson, National Libertarian Chair Angela McArdle – Ep136 1:11:25

1+ y ago1:11:25

1:11:25

Evan returns with a double episode! First, Actress Elisabeth Donaldson talks about being a full-time artist in Nashville, Tennessee and how it’s different from being an actress in LA. (3:50) Plus the story of how she got Evan and his wife into SAG at the same time, going Fi-Core, navigating the pandemic and whether she’s interacted with other Elisa…

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How to Let Go of Negativity and Stress 26:49

1+ y ago26:49

26:49

Releasing grudges, negative perspectives, toxic relationships, and other vessels of negativity in your life may feel difficult at first, but once you have started to release your grip, letting go becomes increasingly easier.By Shannon Palmer

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Talking Bon Jovi with Lori Broslovsky – Ep135 1:19:49

2y ago1:19:49

1:19:49

Lori Broslovsky is a Jersey girl who stops by to talk about her favorite band: Bon Jovi. Lori and Evan do a deep dive into everything Bon Jovi! They recap the reaction to their latest tour, lament the continued absence of Richie Sambora, and give their favorite non-mainstream Bon Jovi songs. Plus, they share their experiences meeting the band and h…

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Actor Jim Meskimen – Ep134 32:55

2y ago32:55

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Jim Meskimen is a talented mix of acting, voiceovers, impressions and general artistry. He is also approaching 300 credits on IMDB thanks to appearances on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Gas Lit, Apollo 13 and such commercials as Geico and KFC! Jim is now sharing his wealth of knowledge with a new online course called The Working …

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Tiffany Meldal-Johnsen – Ep133 1:02:37

2y ago1:02:37

1:02:37

Tiffany Meldal-Johnsen, recently relocated to Vashon Island in Washington State, joins Evan to discuss everything TV and movies from past to present. Tiffany and Evan rattle through The Gary Shandling Show, Golden Girls, Seinfeld, Friends, Ted Lasso, Curb Your Enthusiasm and so much more. Which shows were Tiffany’s favorites? Which were she never a…

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US Senate Candidate Mark Meuser – Ep 132 1:09:25

2y ago1:09:25

1:09:25

Mark Meuser is a constitutional law attorney and native Californian who is running for US Senate in 2022. How is the campaign trail? Why did he chose the US Senate race? What are his thoughts on election integrity? All this and even some fitness talk. And don’t worry, Evan was still awkward. Jump to your preferred topic: (times are approximate) 3:2…

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Eric James Madden – Ep131 24:41

2y ago24:41

24:41

Eric James Madden is a fellow Theta Chi who went to and advises the chapter at Ball State University… while also working full-time for a DIFFERENT fraternity! Is he a mole? A double-agent? One thing he definitely is is a graphic design and media wizard. Hear about those endeavors plus issues facing fraternities and sororities today. Plus, Evan reca…

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Max Bonilla – Ep130 54:10

2y ago54:10

54:10

Max Bonilla is a 17-year-old activist from Sacramento. Max talks about how the pandemic made him more aware of California state laws and the legislature in general. Although not old enough to vote or run for office, Max shares his insight on questionable laws the state has passed or is planning to pass. Then he and Evan run through state lawmakers …

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Judea Johnson – Ep129 44:34

2+ y ago44:34

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Judea Johnson is a renaissance woman that advocates for medical freedom and loves to travel! Recently relocated from California to Florida, Judea explains her move, how natural childbirth led her to the world of v—ines, and is she an anti-vaxxer? Judea answers and weighs in on lockdowns, mandates and whether other members of the black community vie…

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Brandon Hurley aka Phuc Map – Ep128 46:33

2+ y ago46:33

46:33

Brandon Hurley is an American Youtuber who to his Vietnamese audience is known as Phuc Map. Hear how Brandon went from America to Vietnam and grew to be a well-known TV personality. Also, hear all the things Brandon can teach, plus Vietnam’s dealings with the pandemic. Brandon is also a fellow Theta Chi brother who initially met Evan in 2006 when E…

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Iowa Representative Jeff Shipley – Ep127 1:10:46

2+ y ago1:10:46

1:10:46

Jeff Shipley is a state representative from Iowa, and somehow he’s Evan’s Facebook friend. Jeff discusses his nihilistic political origins, his experience as a stand-up comedian, selling solar panels and sauerkraut before holding office, and an update on Iowa in the era of Covid. Jeff then goes into how he beat out Phil Miller for office by a mere …

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Kerri-Ann Wallace & Kerri-Ann Wallace – Ep126 39:26

3y ago39:26

39:26

The title is not a typo: In a Socially Awkward first (and probably last), Evan interviews two Facebook friends with the same name!! Welcome Kerri-Ann Wallace & Kerri-Ann Wallace! What are each of their connections to Beverly Hills 90210? Which Kerri-Ann Wallace is from Riverdale? (And does she watch Riverdale?) Which Kerri-Ann is on sabbatical? Whi…

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Jessica Amal – Ep125 33:09

3y ago33:09

33:09

Jessica Amal is an actress, writer and producer who actually cast Evan in his first student film when he moved to LA! After reminiscing about the film, they then get into Jessica’s public battle with lung cancer and how she’s been able to stay strong. She also talks about how she met her husband and then she and Evan watch back the film during the …

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Kristi Slager Salerno – Ep124 57:16

3y ago57:16

57:16

Kristi Slager initially met Evan at Beverly Hills Playhouse and over a decade later she’s on Socially Awkward! Did you know at Notre Dame that Joe Montana was the backup to her dad!? Kristi takes us from driving cross-country to Los Angeles to navigating teaching during the pandemic. Plus, she and Evan discuss TV shows young and old. How would they…

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S2E6 DP Shannon Palmer 59:24

3y ago59:24

59:24

I’m thrilled to finally get the chance to speak with DP Shannon Palmer. Based out of New York by way of Baltimore (crabs cakes, football and DP’s… am I right?) she shares her journey from athlete to DP. In this episode you’ll find out her thoughts on film school, having a full time job and what steps she took in her career to make a name for hersel…

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Owen Alabado + Beckett Sage’s Wrestlemania 37 Predictions – Ep123 50:23

3y ago50:23

50:23

Owen Alabado is an actor, comedian, singer, dancer, martial artist – in other words, a Renaissance man. Hear how this Wisconsin native was drawn to theater, moved to Los Angeles and is currently kicking butt back in Wisconsin. He also talks about his comedy and he and Evan retrace their steps on how they met. (2:40) Then, returning to the podcast f…

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Orrin Heatlie of RecallGavin2020 – Ep122 40:00

3y ago40:00

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Orrin Heatlie is the lead proponent of RecallGavin2020 and, thanks to over 2,000,000 Californians, he is about to be part of only the second recall initiative to qualify in the history of California. How did this get done? Who is the primary driving force behind the recall? As Gavin Newsom claims, is this a “republican recall” (of ‘anti-vaxxers,’ …

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Why is Intimacy important?💋 29:13

3y ago29:13

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Intimacy Exists outside of just Sex.👥 There is emotional intimacy, intellectual intimacy, experiential intimacy, spiritual intimacy, and physical intimacy.By Shannon Palmer

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Taryn Kristal – Ep121 46:21

3y ago46:21

46:21

Taryn Kristal is the founder of The Resolvancy – a divorce strategy and coaching firm, but to Evan she is the girl into whose locker he slipped a Peanuts card in the sixth grade. Now 3o years later, Evan gets her and her boyfriend at the time’s reaction. Taryn also discusses the power of music, her favorite musical acts and vocalists, her Rie & Ryn…

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Cooper Shaw – Ep120 47:34

3y ago47:34

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Cooper Shaw is an actress in SAG/AFTRA and Actors Equity who first met Evan when he edited her first demo reel in Brooklyn. Now about a decade later they have their first conversation as Cooper has too migrated to Los Angeles. How has she dealt with life in LA during Covid? She talks all about teaching people accents and impressions online, solo da…

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Four Key's to Sustaining Your Relationship ❤️ 29:53

3y ago29:53

29:53

How to keep a healthy strong relationship!!!❤️By Shannon Palmer

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Arise Counseling Center🎧 2:03

3y ago2:03

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Visit bippclass.comBy Shannon Palmer

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You need two types of people in your life !!!! 29:03

3y ago29:03

29:03

Since the start of COVID-19, there has been a surmountable surge in Domestic Violence Cases. With the continued uncertainty of financial challenges, loss of income, evictions, and the loss of family and friends, another pandemic continues which is domestic violence. Across America, there are horror stories of murder, madness, and mayhem involving m…

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Ruvane – Ep119 39:28

3y ago39:28

39:28

Ruvane aka Ruvane Kurland is a full-time musician who has traveled the majority of the country until Covid. In their first conversation, Ruvane and Evan discuss how they became Facebook friends, performing pre and post-Covid and the wonderful world of acoustic rock and audio looping. Ruvane also talks life in Ohio, favorite musicians and all the in…

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Andrew Mikkelson – Ep118 33:40

3+ y ago33:40

33:40

Andrew Mikkelson plans to leave Facebook at the end of the month so Evan interviews his fellow Theta Chi Fraternity brother before his departure. Andrew talks about life in college at NJIT, how he found his way to the Navy and then to being a field service electrician who one night was needed to turn on all of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He’s making Russel…

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Assemblyman Kevin Kiley – Ep117 28:47

3+ y ago28:47

28:47

Kevin Kiley was reelected to the State Assembly with the highest vote total for a Republican in California history. He is also the only 100 percent citizen-backed California Legislator, refusing all funding from the Special Interests that spent millions electing Gavin Newsom. After defeating the CA governor in court in October to stymie his one-man…

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Erica Sandberg – Ep116 53:12

3+ y ago53:12

53:12

Erica Sandberg is a standout freelance writer in San Francisco who contributes to 12-15 publications at a time! Having met Evan when she interviewed him during his political run, Erica reconnects to discuss the state of California, the job-killing law AB 5 and an open letter she wrote to San Francisco restaurants to whom Mayor London Breed has turn…

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Anthony Zenkus – Ep115 50:06

3+ y ago50:06

50:06

Anthony Zenkus is a tireless advocate for the welfare of children, families and communities. Working in the field of family violence, relationship violence, sexual assault and child poverty, he has trained thousands of professionals and community members across the country on how to better recognize, prevent and respond to abuse and neglect. Some o…

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Michaele Walker – Ep114 46:48

3+ y ago46:48

46:48

Michaele Walker is the President of Lawful America, a group educates and empowers the Tribes and people via the Constitution and various human rights statutes. Her group advocates against child trafficking and other injustices! Her efforts have caused such a stir that she lives most of her life off the grid, has not seen her family in over a year a…

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Mike Netter of RecallGavin2020.com – Ep113 34:28

3+ y ago34:28

34:28

Evan talks with Mike Netter, one of the lead organizers of RecallGavin2020.com and one of his newest Facebook friends. Who is the primary driving force behind this recall? What does Gavin Newsom have in common with Gray Davis, who was recalled in 2003 (and led to Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger)? How does a recall work? Is the governor also socially…

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Angie Brice – Ep112 52:52

3+ y ago52:52

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Angie Brice and Evan overlapped at Tufts University for two years, never met, yet somehow they’re Facebook friends. In their first conversation ever, hear them try to solve that mystery and then discuss her post-Tufts travels, her Hairoine product line and how she ended up working at the United Nations in Switzerland! Also, Angie goes in-depth abou…

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