On part two of our latest, we get into guest Matt Blaty's time at the happiest place on earth, singing the national anthem, and life after Disney. Give it a listen, it's a good one. #disney #nationalanthem #liveshots #marketing #suc...

Matt Blaty has 11 brothers and sisters, once lived on Catalina Island off the coast of California, pitch-sung the National Anthem at a baseball game, and loves catfish. And those facts only scratch the surface. In this episode, hear him tell us...

In part two of our discussion with the Wells Brothers, listen to Mike and JD discuss the fact that Matt has more lives than a cat, what saved his life, and how his walks on the wild side affected the family. They also get into what it takes to ...

Mike and J.D. Wells' father didn't grow up in the restaurant industry, he fell into it after eating some fried catfish and realizing Northwest Arkansas needed a place that served the same. Despite the enormous challenges that come with opening ...

In this all rabbit hole episode, we get into false Spring, Bradford pears, gardening as a service, geopolitics, property lines, Epstein, and more. What more, you ask? There is also a discussion on  farmers markets and whether or not they'v...

On this episode, Joe, Adam, and Rich get into movie star Joe Wilson's trip to the Delmarva region of the country to learn about all things muskrat. From cooking methods to local history to colorful local characters, Joe spins yarns, while avoid...

On this episode, we dive into the intriguing and death defying life of Lang Tang. Lang tells his story about living in the jungles of Vietnam, becoming a monk, surviving the killing fields of Cambodia on multiple occasions, to eventually landin...

Hollywood Superstar Joe Wilson has an idea, one that could revolutionize men's decor. That idea? Rebrand the mancave to the Man Museum. Instead of treating it as an assemblage of treasures picked up along the way, treat it as your future histor...

Water, sweet tea, and weight loss are on the menu for this week's episode. With Brent Wells in the studio, it's an all rabbit hole episode, one in which we discuss dehydration, Yankee mistakes when it comes to tea, and the scam that is bottled ...

With Lucas Ingersoll and Layne Martinez in the studio, for this one we get into 2-stroke vs 4-stroke engines, racing, engine maintenance, meconium, diapers, and more. Give it a listen, it's a good one. #diapers #diapergenie #meconiu...

For this episode, we had a bona fide movie star in the studio -- Joe Wilson. Fresh from his trip to attempt to spear a sturgeon while enjoying tropical Lake Michigan conditions, this celebrity has a story to cook up. From travel to OSHA violati...

Valentine's Day is right around the corner and that means it's time to buy some jewelry. There are many routes you could take, but buying a diamond, particularly one from a small merchant who offers a personal touch, is a route that won't take ...

Chad Comeau and Chris Keller didn't set out to become Kansas City Chiefs superfans, but they definitely ended up becoming Chiefs superfans. In this episode, listen to them talk about their journey, the origins of the war wagon, going to the big...

In part two of our conversation with Katie Eaves, we get into everything you need to do to prepare for your death. From finding a spot to dig your own grave to sourcing lumber to build your coffin, Katie guides us through the process to make it...

While many of us think about what we want to do before we die, rarely do we think about planning for what happens with our assets, mementos, leftover whiskey, and dogs after we go. In this episode, we talk with attorney Katie Eaves who speciali...

For part two of our latest, Joe, well, Joe tells a story, one involving a dirt road, some Old Crow whiskey, a heifer, and a Rottweiler, among other characters. There's also a diner, a Suzuki Samurai, and while it no funny, it is funny. Give it ...

For this episode, Joe, Adam, and Rich went raw. No guest. No planned topics. Just talking. Give it a listen, it's a good one. #muskratlove #rabbitholes #contests #cooking #rawdog 

For part two of our latest conversation with Gan Nunnally, we get into the Fireball Run, the Civil War, history across America, and a variety of other topics, including why now is the time for you to buy a new car. Give it a listen, it's a good...

Gan Nunnally is back in the studio for this one, sharing tales about his latest travels, space, aliens, and selling Corvettes, though not to space aliens. We also dive into the changes Northwest Arkansas has seen over the years, classic cars, a...

In part two of our conversation with Jim Totten about his book "Rescue Me," we find out how he got Spin home from Afghanistan, what life with him was like, and why animals are so crucial to human existence. We also get into Christmas presents, ...

In the first episode of season 5, friend of the show Jim Totten joins us to discuss his new book "Rescue Me," a story about growing up, animals, and bringing home a dog from Afghanistan. In true Cookin' Up a Story style, though, the conversatio...

In our final episode of 2025, we took a step back and let all the listeners who joined us for the white elephant party tell their stories. From portals to, well, portals and box stands to (unregulated) boxing matches, this one has a bit of ever...

What happens when over 20 people gather in the studio for a white elephant exchange, one that occurs while recording an episode with no real theme? Lots of things, but mainly shenanigans, insults, and lots of theft along with our gift to those ...

For part two of our conversation with Gage Obert, we got into his journey into trap shooting, shotguns, and getting kids into the sport. Ralph Bartley also stopped by to discuss hunting dogs, field trials, and what it takes to make a champion. ...

What do you do when a friend's son misbehaves? What is OCD? How many times should you say the same prayer a night? Does plastic break wood? And, lastly, how do frozen Airheads compare to shotguns? Find out the answers to those questions, and mo...