Dr. Rob and Kristi Lee explore America’s growing fascination with Halloween and the paranormal with investigators Jane Gerlach and Linda Mutchman. They share first-hand stories of unexplained experiences, including visions of deceased loved ones, vivid dreams, and encounters at sites such as Waverly Hills Sanatorium, Indiana State Sanatorium, the Story Inn’s Blue Lady Room, and a haunted house in Osgoode. The conversation covers dowsing rods, EVPs, and why hospitals, prisons, and other high-emotion places attract ghost hunters.

Watch to hear detailed accounts of ghost sightings, haunted locations, and spiritual connections that shaped their work.

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In part two of Worth Your Time, hosts Dr. Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee continue their conversation with restaurateur and author Lisa Dahl. She explains how color, romance, and female sensuality shape her restaurant spaces and dishes; why she teaches cooks to taste, not just time recipes; and how a veggie burger she created as a teen evolved into today’s “hipster” burger. Dahl discusses her cookbooks The Elixir of Life and A Romance with Food, healing through holidays after loss, and the launch of her foundation and “Soup Hope—The Universal Soup of Love.” She also shares updates on her documentary Blessed by Grace, shown at the Heartland Indie Short Films Festival in Indianapolis.

Blessed By Grace Trailer: https://www.cheflisadahl.com/blessed-by-grace

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Restaurateur and philanthropist Lisa Dahl shares her journey from Indianapolis to Sedona, opening acclaimed restaurants and finding healing after the tragic loss of her son. In this episode of Worth Your Time with Dr. Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee, Dahl discusses her documentary Blessed by Grace, her culinary inspiration, and the creative vision behind Sedona’s dining scene.

Blessed By Grace Trailer: https://www.cheflisadahl.com/blessed-by-grace

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In Part 2 of this urgent conversation, With Your Time hosts Dr. Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee return with Dr. Anne Friesen (HumanTraffickingNow.com) and Andrew Sveum (FreedomRisingNow.org) to explore how individuals and communities can combat human trafficking—both in the U.S. and abroad. From inside Bangladesh’s largest brothel to local neighborhood signs of abuse, the conversation shifts toward hope, healing, and action.

The guests share stories of real victims, strategies to prevent exploitation, and practical steps for parents, leaders, and citizens to get involved. This episode confronts difficult truths with courage and clarity—because awareness is the first step to change.

For more information or to support their work, visit:

🔹 https://FreedomRisingNow.org

🔹 https://HumanTraffickingNow.com

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On this powerful episode of With Your Time, Rob Shumaker and Kristi Lee sit down with Dr. Anne Friesen of HumanTraffickingNow.com and Andrew Sveum of Freedom Rising Now on one of the most serious topics they’ve tackled—human trafficking. Dr. Friesen shares how her work in North Carolina revealed alarming levels of trafficking within the U.S., while Sveum recounts his experience inside the world’s largest brothel in Bangladesh and the international fight to protect vulnerable children.

Together, they explore how trafficking intersects with organized crime, digital exploitation, and global labor abuse—and what parents, communities, and governments can do to respond.

For more information or to support their work, visit:

🔹 https://FreedomRisingNow.org

🔹 https://HumanTraffickingNow.com

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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 carry today. Plus—there’s a surprise visit from Frank, the in-studio snake.

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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 curiosity than contempt.

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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, and how experience in Peru may shape Pope Leo’s leadership. You’ll laugh through stories of conclave traditions, theological debates, and the legendary “Balding Eagles” improv team.

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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 that even include porta-potties in the Sistine Chapel.

This wide-ranging discussion covers both serious insights and lighthearted takes on Catholic history, conclave process, and the cultural fascination surrounding the Pope. You don’t have to be Catholic to enjoy this—just curious.

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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 immersive garages that span the decades, to a massive LED screen capturing race day emotion, to a mezzanine filled with innovation and STEM education, Joe shares the storytelling strategy behind every design choice.

We also dive into:

Whether you're a lifelong race fan or brand-new to the sport, this modern museum offers something for every age and interest.

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