What a Great Idea!

By KO&DB

Two friends, Kelly and Derrick, who happen to be pastors, are on a mission to spread wonder and awaken the inner-8-year-old in all of us, through candid and childish explorations of the mind-blowing f... more

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How many episodes does What a Great Idea! have?

The podcast currently has 17 episodes available.

What a Great Idea! episodes:

November 01, 2023 17. Scariest Great Ideas
The spookiest episode of What a Great Idea! ever! Kelly and Derrick are bringing you some of the scariest, Indiana Jones --iest places and creatures in the world. In addition, they discuss what Bear Grylls would be scared of. And of course what would a WAGI episode be without somehow getting John Williams in there?!
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32min
October 26, 202316. Trees!
This episode is all bark, no bite. When it comes to discussing all things amazing, trees are low hanging fruit. OK, enough bad puns. But if this episode doesn't make you smile at least once, you haven't climbed a tree before, or you've lived under a desert dune your whole life. Kelly and Derrick explore the majestic heights of tree glory. Here's some talking points:
Derrick has an impromptu therapy session while reflecting on trees.

Derrick's weekend trip

One way to guarantee temporary happiness: climb a tree

Trees in the Bible

Kelly and Derrick favorite trees

Mind-blowing fact about the world of trees

AMAZING TREES around the world!!!
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51min
September 04, 202315. Pets
Pets . . . what a great idea! Kelly and Derrick are calling to mind the wonder of our favorite creatures. Here are some topics we discuss on this amazing subject:
Derrick is a depressed Florida Gator fan.

Great Idea of the Week!

the koozie of the future

Piedmont Park in Atlanta, GA is a solid spot.

Kelly sits with his pet cockapoo, Lux, for this episode.

the theology of pets! There's more going on here than just having a creature in your house.

How old is the idea of pets?

Kelly and Derrick's pet wish list

great pet ideas

not-so-great pet ideas
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37min
August 28, 202314. Modern Dinosaurs
Dinosaurs still exist! At least we think so. Here are some points from today's ridiculous discussion that, once again, features an honorable mention of John Williams:
Komodo don't care

Derrick's and Kelly's favorite dinosaur

Derrick's and Kelly's highly subjective list of modern dinosaurs

a fact about hermit crabs that will blow your mind and make you say "what a great idea!"

Jurassic Park music rocks
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1h 2min
August 21, 202313. City Parks
Some love the city. Some love the country. Today, Derrick and Kelly are going where to two become one--city parks! What a great idea. There's actually a lot more depth to this topic than meets the eye. Listen in as Derrick and Kelly discuss some of these topics:
a theology of city parks (Yes, even city parks point to Jesus.)

why city parks are a great idea

one idea for city parks that is NOT a great idea

Leaf blowers are appreciated, but can we improve the technology a little bit?

Derrick's and Kelly's favorite city park

top 10 city parks in the U.S.

a pitch for recording an episode on-site at the San Diego Zoo.
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58min
August 14, 2023 12. The Miracle of Food
The title says it all. This weeks topic is all things taste and food. And yes, somehow, John Williams makes his way into this one. Not only is food necessary, but God made it good too. It's amazing. So dive in and give thanks for this great idea: food.
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54min
August 07, 202311. The Little Things (Part 2)
In part 2 of the The Little Things episode, Kelly and Derrick take a deep dive into more simple pleasures of life. Here's a few topics you'll hear:
Out-of-town gas stations reveal something really cool about the nature of humanity.

Learn the connection between Coke and the Santa Clause we all know.

Squirrels are super heroes.

If Derrick were a super hero, he would be "The Puzzler."

Single origin > Keurig (by a bagillion points)

Nice hotel amenities tell us something about original creation. For real though.

Miniature anything is cool.
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34min
July 31, 202310. The Little Things (Part 1)
It's all about the little things in this first installment of a two-part episode. Here's a few teasers from this ridiculous conversation:
Pens are way cooler than you think.

Handwritten notes are also way cooler than you think.

Did Thomas Edison invent the candle?

What do dogs and Doritos have in common?

Paw-pad buttons

Riddle: This fireside treat is actually sustaining the human race.
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41min
July 25, 20239. That Sounds Good
Kelly and Derrick banter about the wonderful world of sounds, because somebody has to talk about this! Here are some topics in this episode:
Disney sound tricks

What you don't want to hear on a basketball court

Awesome sounds from earth-shattering thunder to the crack of a soda can

Shout out to a wonderful piece from the Broadway show Hamilton

Of course, somehow, John Williams makes his way into the conversation again.
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57min
July 17, 20238. GAME SHOW EDITION: Derrick, Did You Know?
A not-so-Christmas episode where Kelly challenges Derrick to a "did you know" pop quiz, with absolutely zero on the line. Spoiler Alert: Derrick learns a lot of new things. And you will too! Here's a sneak peek into this conversation:
Kelly shares one of his least favorite Christmas songs.

Would Kelly or Derrick do a bull run?

Wombat Square Poop

A truth that will make you question everything! (well maybe that's a little dramatic)

Tons of amazing facts that just might blow your mind.

This creature should be the bad guy in Moana 2.
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47min

FAQs about What a Great Idea!:

How many episodes does What a Great Idea! have?

The podcast currently has 17 episodes available.