Worth Your Time! with Kristi Lee and Rob Shoemaker
Worth Your Time explores the hearts and minds of extraordinary individuals from all walks of life. Join Kristi Lee from The BOB & TOM Show and Dr. Rob Shumaker of the Indianapolis Zoo as they delve into the lives of fascinating guests, uncovering stories that will inspire, challenge, and entertain us and you.
Episodes
July 15, 2025 • 38 mins
Author Stephen S. Hall joins Dr. Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee for part 2 of a fascinating deep dive into his book Slither. From Genesis to genetics, this conversation explores how snakes became symbols of sin, what they can teach us about health, and why public attitudes toward them are slowly changing. You’ll hear about snake personalities, snake sex (yes, really), life-saving venom research, and the cultural baggage snakes still c...
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July 1, 2025 • 28 mins
In this episode of Worth Your Time with Dr. Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee, author Steven S. Hall joins to discuss his new book Slither. The conversation explores why snakes evoke such strong emotions, the evolutionary roots of our fear, and the surprising ways science is changing how we view these often misunderstood creatures. Hall shares stories from history, neuroscience, and personal experience, revealing why snakes deserve more ...
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June 15, 2025 • 32 mins
Kristi and Dr. Rob sit down again with Tyler Mayer—president of Providence Cristo Rey High School, former seminarian, and improv coach—for a funny, heartfelt, and insightful conversation. They explore what it means to have an American Pope, the legacy of Pope Francis, and how Pope Leo XIV may shape the future of the Church.
Tyler shares his journey from seminary life to marriage, his perspective on Pope Benedict’s resignation, a...
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June 1, 2025 • 28 mins
In this episode of Worth Your Time, hosts Kristi Lee and Dr. Rob Shumaker dive into the global significance of the recent papal conclave and selection of Pope Leo XIV. Special guest Tyler Mayer—president of Providence Cristo Rey High School and former seminarian—joins the conversation to explain what actually happens when a new pope is chosen, including the meaning behind papal names, the role of cardinals, and conclave traditions ...
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May 15, 2025 • 24 mins
In Part 2 of our conversation with Joe Hale, president of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, we take you on a behind-the-scenes tour of the brand-new, reimagined museum experience that opened in April 2025. Hosts Dr. Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee join Joe to explore how a basement and an attic were transformed into a multi-level, interactive racing experience—all without expanding the museum’s footprint.
From Gasoline Alley’s...
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May 1, 2025 • 25 mins
Kristi Lee and Dr. Rob Shumaker sit down with Joe Hale, president of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, to discuss his remarkable efforts to transform the iconic museum into a world-class destination. Hale shares his personal connection to the Indy 500, how a global fundraising effort helped raise over $100 million, and why preserving the legacy of the 500 matters on an international scale. From humble beginnings as a teacher ...
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April 15, 2025 • 34 mins
Comedian Sam Miller joins hosts Kristi Lee and Dr. Rob Shumaker for a powerful and hilarious episode of Worth Your Time. Sam opens up about his past struggles with addiction, incarceration, and homelessness—and how those experiences shaped his unique comedic voice.
He shares the deeply moving story behind "The Jail Letters," a collaborative performance with his mother based on their correspondence during his time in prison, and di...
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April 1, 2025 • 29 mins
In this special one-year anniversary episode of Worth Your Time, hosts Kristi Lee and Dr. Rob Shumaker welcome comedian Sam Miller. Sam shares his transformative journey from addiction and homelessness to comedy and recovery, highlighting personal anecdotes and challenges he faced along the way.
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March 15, 2025 • 31 mins
Kristi Lee and Dr. Rob Shumaker welcome back acclaimed musician Josh Turner for a deep dive into his evolving career, from YouTube sensation to seasoned live performer. They discuss the journey of balancing intimate venues with audience growth, the challenge of blending multiple musical influences, and the art of meaningful collaboration. Josh shares insights into his songwriting process, his plans for a new solo album, and the une...
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March 1, 2025 • 34 mins
In this episode, Dr. Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee sit down with multi-talented musician Josh Turner, whose mesmerizing covers and original compositions have captivated millions on YouTube. They discuss his journey from teenage YouTube performer to acclaimed artist, his viral covers, collaborations, and the power of online audiences in shaping modern music careers. Plus, hear a stunning live performance of Graceland and get an inside...
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February 15, 2025 • 46 mins
Mel Raines, President and CEO of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, returns for part two of our conversation, diving into her role in transforming Indianapolis into a hub for major sports and entertainment. She shares how she made the leap from political consulting to part of the team orchestrating the 2012 Super Bowl and how that experience led her to oversee Gainbridge Fieldhouse and the business side of the Pacers and Fever. Raines ...
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Mel Raines, President and CEO of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, joins the podcast to share her remarkable journey from Capitol Hill to the front office of Indiana’s top sports franchises. In this episode, she reveals how a chance internship led to a career in politics, working for Sen. Dan Coats, running major Republican conventions, and ultimately serving as Assistant to Vice President Dick Cheney for Political Affairs.. She share...
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January 15, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode, Kristi Lee and Dr. Rob Shumaker dive into an engaging conversation with fitness expert Steve Hawk and his favorite client Mina Hawk. They discuss the ins and outs of starting a fitness journey, particularly during New Year's resolution season. Steve shares his personal story of launching HawkFit, a comprehensive online fitness and nutrition program. The discussion covers the importance of weightlifting for longevit...
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January 1, 2025 • 26 mins
Kristi and Dr. Rob sits down with special guests Mina and Steve Hawk. Mina, known for her role on HGTV's Good Bones, discusses her life after the show, balancing family duties, and her evolving career. The couple shares personal anecdotes, the challenges of fame, the dynamics of reality TV, and their experiences with social media. Steve, a well-known personal trainer, joins the conversation about their family's future plans, managi...
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December 15, 2024 • 45 mins
Kristi Lee and Dr. Rob Shumaker talk with Kevin Venardos, founder and ringmaster of Venardos Circus, and his colleague Manny Acosta. Kevin shares his incredible journey from his childhood fascination with Broadway musicals to becoming a young ringmaster for Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus, and eventually founding his own circus. Kevin describes the ups and downs of circus life, including working through personal strugg...
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December 1, 2024 • 33 mins
Kristi Lee and Dr. Rob Shumaker sit down with Jonathan Berger, Vice President of Marketing and External Affairs at Newfields, an art museum in Indianapolis, Indiana. The discussion delves into 'THE LUME,' a fully immersive multi-sensory art exhibit featuring works by Salvador Dali, Van Gogh, and Monet. Jonathan shares insights about the exhibit's concept, including its 30,000 square feet of projection space and associated café. He ...
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Dr. Lee Allen Dugatkin, an evolutionary biologist from the University of Louisville, joins us to discuss his new book 'The Well Connected Animal: Social Networks and the Wondrous Complexity of Animal Societies.' We begin with the social networks of macaques in Puerto Rico and the impact of Hurricane Maria on their social behavior. Dr. Dugatkin also shares intriguing insights into vampire bats' social structures, blood-sharing pract...
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November 1, 2024 • 28 mins
Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of animal behavior with Dr. Lee Allen Dugatkin, author of 'The Well Connected Animal'. Dr. Dugatkin shares insights from his extensive research, starting with his groundbreaking studies on social learning in guppies. Discover how female guppies copy the mate choices of others and how genetic and cultural factors interplay in mate selection. We then transition to swordtail fish and the i...
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October 15, 2024 • 32 mins
Kristi Lee and Dr. Rob Shoemaker welcome spiritual healer Marilene Isaacs Kauffman. She shares her experiences at an intense visit to the haunted Central State Hospital in Indianapolis. She discusses various aspects of her work, including spirit attachments, healing techniques, and the ethical considerations of clairvoyance. The conversation also delves into the influence of voodoo, forest bathing, and the importance of reconnectin...
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October 1, 2024 • 32 mins
In this fascinating episode, we sit with spiritual healer and psychic Marilene Isaacs Kauffman to discuss spiritual healing, auras, and reincarnation. Marilyn shares about her extrasensory perception and the ability to see auras. Then Dr. Rob shares paranormal experiences with a spirit in his home and an unusual experience following a viewing of Schindler's List. She also talks about the spiritual significance of October 31st, rein...
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