Everyday Life:Conversations Over Coffee
We have been the best of friends for 15 years (whether he likes it or not..lol). Sometimes it's not what you say but how you say it! Come and laugh with us at our quirky, weird brains as we navigate this thing called "podcasting". We truly are just a couple of smart asses with diverse interests who need jobs to make an income. Since we couldn't find that in the "normal" world, we came here to give it a go! We truly are grateful you are here to support us on our journey. If you would like to help us along, we accept one time (or reoccurring) donations thru paypal! ** paypal.me/ELConversations2025 ** Please be sure to check us out on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Patreon and Discord!! Sound Clips:Dagda_Ra Music:DELOSound **New episodes drop on Monday and Wednesdays.** ** Be sure to check out our other podcast: Everyday Life: After Dark for a more NSFW look into our previous careers **
Episodes
Celebrating 50 episodes! Jen and Dagda dive into Washington State's incredible film history—from iconic movies like 10 Things I Hate About You, Twilight, and An Officer and a Gentleman to hidden gems like Say Anything, The Hand That Rocks the Cradle, and Harry and the Hendersons. They explore over 163 films shot in the Pacific Northwest, debunk filming location myths, discuss why filmmakers loved Washington in...
Jen and Dagda tackle the dumbing down of society—from YouTube's decline to the education system's failures to the rise of mediocrity. This is a sprawling, no-holds-barred conversation about the indumbening of humanity, and whether we can stop it before it's too late.
Plus: Liam Layton (teaching people to have a better relationship with food), The Hoof GP (Graeme) and Epic Rap Battles
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Jen and Dagda dive deep into nepotism in Hollywood—who's a nepo baby, who's not, and when it actually matters. This is a sprawling conversation about trickle-down entertainment, first-generation actors, and the fine line between privilege and proving yourself.
From The Baldwins to the Sheens , there is much to be said about how Hollywood has always done it and will continue to provide trickle down enterta...
Jen and Dagda celebrate the remarkably magnificent Alfred Molina—the actor with the incredible voice, impeccable comedic timing, and a career spanning from Indiana Jones to Doc Oct to talking octopuses. This is a love letter to one of the most underrated actors of our time.
Alfred Molina just celebrated his 73rd birthday (May 24, 1953, London). His real name is Alfredo (anglicized to Alfred). His vo...
Jen stumbles upon a Popular Science article that freaks her out: Russian/Soviet biologist Ilya Ivanov (1870–1932) who tried to create a human-chimpanzee crossbreed using artificial insemination. This is the story of twisted science, ethical nightmares, and the "humanzee."
#podcast #hybridizations #twistedtheory #twistedscience
Artwork:geralt
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Jen and Dagda dive into Arnold Schwarzenegger's Kindergarten Cop (1990), featuring Miko Hughes (Gage from Pet Sematary), Linda Hunt, and Penelope Ann Miller. They discuss the iconic "boys have a penis, girls have a vagina" line, participation trophies vs. earning rewards, ginger debates, and how the world has changed since the 90s.
The conversation spirals into dream casting Kindergarten Cop with Bill Murray, P...
Jen and Dagda dive into the world of tabletop gaming, pen-and-paper RPGs, and video game adaptations. Dagda recaps his weekend making characters for a Dragon-based game, creating a second Pathfinder character to fill gaps when players don't show up, and playing old Warhammer strategy games (Shadow of the Horned Rat and Dark Omen) on Steam.
The conversation spirals into frustration with multiplayer-only games&md...
Jen and Dagda dive deep into Mark Wahlberg's incredible career, from his early days as Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch and Calvin Klein model to his breakout film roles in Fear (1996), Boogie Nights, Three Kings, and The Departed. They explore his impressive range across action (Shooter, Lone Survivor, Deepwater Horizon, Patriots Day), comedy (Daddy's Home, Ted, The Other Guys), and biopics (The Perfect Storm, ...
Jen and Dagda start with a deep dive into Dean Schneider, a Swiss entrepreneur who sold his financial business at 27 to create Hakuna Mipaka—a 1,000-acre animal sanctuary in Africa. They discuss his lion pride (Dexter, Snow, Nyla), the controversy over disciplining a lion, and the challenges of funding a sanctuary without exploiting the animals or compromising integrity.
The conversation shifts to bison vs. bee...
Jen and Dagda kick things off with Tide Pod-scented water and tequila stories before diving into the Marvel vs Sony rights battle, corporate greed, and why the MCU's Infinity Gauntlet felt incomplete without X-Men and Fantastic Four. They discuss the death of movie theaters, the rise of streaming, and why Amazon and Netflix are winning the content war.
The conversation shifts to Jon Bernthal and his return as T...
Jen and Dagda reconnect after a busy couple of weeks to talk movies, Marvel, and one actor who's quietly becoming a powerhouse: Aaron Taylor-Johnson. Jen finally watched Kraven the Hunter (on Dagda's recommendation) and loved it—leading to a full Wikipedia deep-dive into ATJ's career, from Kick-Ass to Avengers: Age of Ultron to Bullet Train and beyond.
They discuss why Kraven worked, the Rhino character's...
Jen and Dagda start with something unexpectedly hopeful: beavers—and how reintroducing them can rebuild wetlands, improve water retention, and support healthier ecosystems. That spirals into a practical conversation about micro self-sufficiency, including backyard ponds, sustainable fish-and-plant systems, and what it would actually take to create a small-scale food source at home.
From there, the tone sh...
Jen and Dagda kick off with snarky pop-culture banter before settling into a simple but surprisingly deep question: how do you celebrate success? Dagda admits he rarely “celebrates” at all, which leads to a conversation about what rewards actually look like after returning to work following a long break. From micro-celebrations (extra game time, snacks, small wins) to real-life practicality (new wo...
Jen and Dagda kick off with a weather check, a quick update on balancing work life, and shout outs to international listeners—complete with chaotic (and heartfelt) attempts at saying “thank you” in multiple languages. From there, they jump into fandom news, including renewed hope (and rumors) around a Dresden Files reboot that could finally honor the long-running story arcs.
Then Dagda makes h...
The cat is officially out of the bag!
Jen and Dagda reveal their return to the workforce and dive into the messy, hilarious, and sometimes "stinky" reality of modern employment. From Jen’s adventures in retail management—including a showdown with a pregnant mouse and the "Cat Shit Breath" coworker—to Dagda’s reflections on Army leadership and generational shifts in the workplace, t...
Even though Jen isn't necessarily a Star Wars Fan, she and Dagda celebrate May the Fourth with a deep dive into the origins of Star Wars Day, from the 1977 grassroots campaign to Margaret Thatcher’s political wordplay and the first organized fan celebrations. They reflect on Carrie Fisher’s legacy, debate the infamous Star Wars Christmas Special, and break down the highs and lows of the original trilogy,...
Jen and Dagda honor Chuck Norris the only way that feels appropriate: with laughter, absurd one-liners, and a surprisingly thoughtful look at the principles that shaped his life. From his early years and military service to martial arts mastery, film/TV milestones, and even video game appearances, they trace the myth, the man, and the memes. The heart of the episode lands on Chuck’s personal “10 co...
Jen and Dagda start with spring weather misery, burrito cravings, and a candid health check-in—then shift into heavier territory as they say goodbye to Nicholas Brendon, best known as Xander Harris from Buffy the Vampire Slayer. They share memories of the Buffy cast (and Spike love), talk Brendon’s later roles and struggles, and reflect on how quickly time is moving for the actors and shows that sh...
Jen and Dagda kick off with wildly unfiltered life talk, then dive headfirst into books, movies, and the authors who shaped modern horror and thriller fiction. From debating the Dungeons & Dragons and Warcraft films, to comparing Stephen King vs. Dean Koontz, to nerding out over Brandon Sanderson’s MistBorn, this episode is a pop-culture spiral in the best way. They also detour into why horror evolve...
It’s Sneaky Snack Day on Conversations Over Coffee, and Jen and Dagda are going all in on comfort treats, nostalgia, and the weird ways our bodies—and algorithms—react to what we consume.
In this episode, they:
- Revisit King of the Hill pilot episode and the lost art of knowledgeable hardware-store staff.
- Break down old-school hangover cures, modern supplements, and what being a teetotaler really m...
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