What Do We Know? with Hari & Jim

This week we talk to "Oscar", a corrections officer who teaches us about the art of Hostage Negotiation, where even a single misjudgment could result in serious consequences. Also Hari finishes Game of Thrones and Jim considers becoming a mukbanger. We had to alter the voice of our guest for this episode, so you know its going to a good one!

CBD is everywhere, but what exactly is it? Lisa Winefield of Botanica CBD in Evanston, IL teaches us all about CBD and its health benefits. Also, Jim gives thanks and Hari pretends to buy drugs. SPECIAL DEAL: Botanica CBD has kindly offered WDWK listeners 10% off and free shipping with Discount Code: WDWK10 now through Dec 31st. www.botanica-cbd.com

Spend ninety minutes in complete isolation, senses deprived and alone with your thoughts? Sean Corcoran of Float Sixty teaches us why it's a good idea. For our second On Site Shenanigans we head to Float Sixty in River North (Chicago) to learn about sensory deprivation tanks and experience them for ourselves. Also, Jim tries to bring his phone with him, and Hari learns what it means to "chill out".

Dan Wirt talks about his experience as a commercial pilot, flight safety, and how he narrowly survived a plane crash. Also, Jim shares his own piloting experience and Hari is inspired by Dan's story to write a rom-com.

Move over Taco Tuesday…introducing Mealworm Monday? Julie Lesnik, Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Wayne State University teaches us why eating insects is good for you and the environment. Also, Hari considers the clarinet as a source of income and Jim is nostalgic for 90s music. (Please visit www.entomoanthro.org to learn more about Julie's work in this fascinating field.)

Ales v lagers, hazies v sours, and the oldest beer recipe in the world. Craft beer lovers this episode is for you! Join us for our first O.S.S. (on site shenanigans) at the Peckish Pig in Evanston, IL where we interview head brewer Jonathon Armour to discuss all things beer. Also, Jim giggles at the term "mouth-feel" and we find out Hari's doppelganger is someone's stepdad.

*Plus a bonus interview where we try a flight and talk through some different beers on tap at Peckish Pig (623 Howard St, Evanston, IL)

What's the best bet you can make at the horse track? This week our gambling expert David Walasinski teaches us all about betting the ponies. We are also stunned to learn that Jim has never seen LOTR and that Hari can be a pretty bad friend.

Want to be more productive and happier in the workplace? Entrepreneur Joe Martin tells us how with 6-Week Cycles, the subject of his new book. Also, Jim reveals his identity crisis and Hari talks about why he hasn't worn shorts in 20 years.

What is this podcast about? Check out this handy (and janky) trailer to find out.

How do you run a successful podcast? Comedian and podcaster Marty DeRosa (Marty & Sarah Love Wrestling) teaches us how. We also discover why Hari doesn't go to movies on opening weekend and what Jim's problem is with Hamilton.