It All Started With A Lightbulb

It All Started With A Lightbulb

By Kale Power and Sarah MacCallumSociety & Culture
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It All Started With A Lightbulb episodes

  • Cults, Creatures & Caves

    On this week’s episode, Kale and Sarah attempt another pinball episode! We started off talking about a baby trapped in a well, and ended off accidentally discussing Extreme Pizza’s CEO Todd Parent (unfortunately this is not the CEO of Xtreme Pizza located in Halifax, we’re not sure who that is). We also touched on topics like manipulation and failure, and how to recognize and cope with both. This episode covers a range of random topics, but we’re still funny so give it a listen!

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    1 hr 24 min
  • To Australia and Back, with Emily L’Huillier!

    On this week’s episode, Kale and Sarah sit down with one of their good friends Emily L’Huillier to discuss her time spent in Australia. Emily left for Australia in July of 2022, and recently returned this past month. She emphasizes the importance of following your heart and taking the leap, but she also touches on the idea that personal growth is something we continue to experience throughout all phases of our life. We also got the scoop on some of Australias wildlife such as kangaroos, koalas, spiders, snakes and….killer birds?! If you are somebody who struggles with following your heart, this episode is for you! 

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    1 hr 11 min
  • Secrets R Us

    On this week’s episode, Kale and Sarah received anonymous confessions from their listeners and offered some advice to those with questions. We talked about overcoming anxiety, insecurities, and found out one of our listeners might be in love with us…. and our friends?!? We also shared some funny and concerning confessions from Reddit and Omegle. Tune in to hear about how creeping around your house like a goblin can help deal with stress!? This is one episode you won’t want to miss. 

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    1 hr 15 min
  • Things the Government Doesn’t Want You to Know, with Jillian McEvoy

    On this week’s episode, Kale & Sarah invite their best friend Jillian McEvoy on to discuss some mind blowing conspiracy theories. Join us as we dive head first into how the Simpsons may not be predicting the future, but controlling it,  the deep dark secrets of Disneyland you may not know about, and how you may someday fall prey to a fake doomsday event staged by the government. We also touch on some interesting topics like astrological signs, project MKUltra and the education system. If you’re a conspiracy junkie, or need a good mind screw, you won’t want to miss this episode! 

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    1 hr 43 min
  • Bibles & Cookies & Hatchets… Oh My!

    This week, we tried out a new format - what we call a “pinball” episode! Essentially, we thought of random-yet-interesting topics based on hints we are given from the other person. We started off with the hint “bible”, and ended with the hint “hatchet.” Tune in to see how we got from point A to B while hearing about some intriguing stories you may not have heard of before! From the cookie wars to speculations that Lizzie Borden killed her parents... we’ve got it all! We hope the contents of this episode don’t leave you feeling too uneasy!

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    1 hr 3 min
  • Don’t Cut Your Nails at Night!, with Katie Jardine

    This week on the Poddy, Kale and Sarah are joined by Cali.co Café’s one and only, Katie Jardine! Katie has been working at the café for the past four years and has become an expert on all things coffee .For our unlucky 13th episode, we invited Katie on to discuss superstitions. From Taylor Swift and her lucky number 13, to the forbidden act of cutting your nails after dark, we learned there are so many crazy superstitions out there! We also took some time to share some superstitions sent in by our listeners. We hope you’ll enjoy learning the history and background of some of these questionable superstitions!

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    1 hr 11 min
  • Fame vs. Lame

    On this week’s episode, Kale and Sarah get controversial, as they discuss things they think are over- and under- rated. We discuss perfectionism in relationships, how Starbucks has been caught lackin’, and how wiping your bottom only to discover a clean slate is an inevitable human experience we are all grateful for. We also share some personal stories as to why we think these thoughts, for example, find out how Kale got money on Omegle from an Illinois man.  We hope this episode allows you to consider the values that things around you bring to the table!

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    1 hr 17 min
  • 22 Life Lessons From 2 Mediocre People

    Since Kale and Sarah have had their fair share of life experiences over the last 22 years on this planet, they thought they’d share some insightful lessons they’ve learned during this time. Among other topics, they discuss the notion of putting your happiness first, always double checking your email attachments, understanding that all people have different realities, and the fact that ice cream cake is better than normal cake. We hope you enjoy and find some takeaways from this episode.

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    1 hr 6 min
  • Do’s & Don’ts: Big Apple Edition

    Since we’ve gone to New York a total of two times, we thought it was finally time to share our experiences and provide some advice and tips for all your future New York adventures. This weeks episode features Sarah’s dad, Matthew MacCallum, who had his broadway debut while in New York. He touches on his experience of being hand chosen to star as Mr. Lee in The Marvellous Wonderettes. Also on this week’s episode, raised, and recording from New York herself, we have Vivienne Kwan who sheds some light on the New York hotspots and her experience living in the Big Apple (it’s still cool to call it the Big Apple, right?)!

    NY Image Credit:
    Photo 10888478 | New York © Songquan Deng | Dreamstime.com

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    1 hr 16 min
  • It All Started With a… Toothbrush?, with Agastya Sharma

    Can the small, trivial events of life lead to bigger consequences that ultimately determine our past, present and future?  Have you ever experienced a twist of fate, caused by a last minute decision? Has brushing your teeth ever led to catastrophe? Join Kale, Sarah, and guest star Agastya Sharma as they discuss their small actions that have led to their inevitable uprisings. or downfalls. 

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    1 hr 10 min

About It All Started With A Lightbulb

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A blend of curiosity, inspiration, and self-help, lifelong friends Kale and Sarah invite you to experience life in a series of lightbulb moments. Each episode explores our complex world through new…