The Catchup

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The Catchup episodes

  • Ep.102 - A Band In Kansas: United through Music

    This week, John unites with some of the other members of A Band In Kansas for an in-depth convo on all things music, and what it's like behind the scenes for the band. Formerly known as Abandon Kansas, the group now plays covers of top rock, alternative, and pop-punk hits from the past 20 years. Discussion includes standing out in a saturated market of music, how the cover band was formed, why lead singer Jeremy Spring has never bought one piece of his own music gear, surviving a world with no live music, and much more.

    It's an all-new, wild, and fun interview to finish off 2020 in a big way. Join the discussion!

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    1 hr 29 min
  • Ep.101: Catching Up on our Biggest Interviews

    This week, we look back on the biggest discussions from our biggest interviews as chosen by YOU, with an updated look each topic.

    Discussion includes:
    -Finding your place in public as a worship leader with Brandon Ellis
    -Paying Worship musicians vs serving for free with Blake Ellis
    -Tracking the deadly Greensburg tornado with Mark Bogner
    -Meeting Victor Wooten, playing Jazz in New Orleans, and beating addiction with Daniel Garrett
    -The story behind the name of the Wichita Wind Surge with Kevin Rider

    Once again, there’s a lot to discuss this week! And we’re excited to look back at our most popular interviews. Jump in and join the discussion!

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    DistrICT
    No Signal
    Fury of the Plains

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    1 hr 15 min
  • The 100th Episode: Catching Up on our Biggest Discussions

    It’s the 100th episode of The Catchup! And to celebrate, we’re revisiting our most popular discussions as chosen by YOU, with highlights from the selected episodes, and an updated look at those topics. 

    Discussion includes the possibility of extraterrestrial life as depicted by the military, balancing your personal and work life, dating in the digital life, the transformation of the A-Ok symbol into a symbol of hate, and a look back on our discussion of BLM and George Floyd.

    There’s so much to discuss, and a new perspective on it all. Join the discussion!

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    2 hr
  • Ep.99 - Gregory Rutledge: Our Broken Education System

    This week, Denison sits down with Gregory Rutledge to discuss the shortfall of the U.S. education system, and where reform is needed. Gregory spent many of his formative years in France, and shares his insight into how foreign education systems could benefit us in the States. It’s an all-new Catchup! Join the discussion!

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    1 hr 40 min
  • Ep.98: Breaking Quarantine, the NFL Shuts Down, and PS5 Ban

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    This week, John and Denison the pandemic's impact on the holiday season, including what the right course of action is when seeing family. Is it best to stay home, or gather? And what if you're currently quarantined? We share our opinion on those breaking quarantine for travel, and much more.

    Then, how the holidays are impacting major sports, causing some NFL teams to shut down their facilities. We chat about the risks being taken by different teams, their players, and how the NBA should serve as an example for other sports leagues in navigating the pandemic.

    Then, some PS5 owners are selling their Playstation Plus accounts on the black market. Why those buying the accounts are now facing bans from the platform, and how the challenges of sales this year will impact future console releases.

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    1 hr 21 min
  • Ep.97 - SportsCatchup with Kevin Rider: Wind Surge up in the Air

    This episode, friend of the show Kevin Rider joins John for the sequel to the SportsCatchup. The episode includes discussion on the future of Wichita's baseball team the Wind Surge, and whether they will leave town for another city and be replaced by a AA team.

    Then, the fate of the WSU Shockers after the resignation of their head coach Gregg Marshall. The controversy over Marshall's resignation deal, where this leaves the team moving forward, and much more.

    Plus, how the NFL is successfully navigating the pandemic, and how Kevin and John's favorite teams are faring. Hint: One is much better than the other.

    It's an all-new Catchup! Join the discussion!

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    1 hr 15 min
  • Ep.96 - THE CATCHUP GOES LIVE: Black Market PS5, Braving Black Friday, and Speeding in a Ferrari

    It's an all-new Catchup, with an all-new way to watch and listen! This week, John and Denison kick off their new live-stream recording process, bringing in viewers/listeners for real-time engagement directing the conversation. This week, the two Catchup on what it's like being quarantined by those you're close with, writing for the upcoming No Signal album, and driving a supercar. Plus, Denison provides an early review on the PS5 that he acquired through an increasingly-popular way... buying it from a private seller. Also, how the pandemic will shape this year's Black Friday shopping, and what you can do to stay safe while getting something special for that special someone in your life. It's an all-new Podcast! Join the discussion!

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    1 hr 5 min
  • Ep.95 - Christina Roach: Breaking the Glass Ceiling

    This week, Denison welcomes Christina Roach back to the show for an in-depth discussion on being a female in the workplace, and the unfair expectations and stereotypes that come with it. Conversation includes the uphill battle women face (both personally and financially) in a corporate world ruled by men, the positive impact of promoting women within a company, and the impact you can have on breaking the stereotypes and stigmas for future generations. It's a intimate, personal, and insightful conversation. And, it's an all-new Catchup. Join the discussion!

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    57 min
  • Ep.94: Becoming Redundant, Force-Fed Love, and How It Started vs How It’s Going

    This week, John and Denison discuss the latest advancements in AI, many of them blurring the lines between what's human and what's not, and pushing the industry closer to a fully autonomous AI. How that could impact the way we live, play, and do business. Plus, John admits to watching the Bachelorette... and enjoying it. The two discuss what makes reality shows like these so watchable and addicting. Also, John and Denison share the story of how they became friends and their first hangout outside work - Senior Homecoming. It's an all-new Catchup! Join the discussion!

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    1 hr 1 min
  • Ep.93 - Councilman Brandon Johnson: Knowledge is Power

    This week, John sits down with Wichita City Councilman Brandon Johnson to learn for another deep dive on how elected officials are handling the pandemic. We learn how Johnson works to provide resources and info to underprivileged communities, how he balances personal life and work impacting thousands, and why he says knowledge is the most important and valuable asset during this pandemic. Plus, what he hopes to see out of a vaccine rollout in cities like Wichita across the country. It's an all-new Catchup! Join the discussion!

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    47 min

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