Franz Nicolay is a musician and writer who plays keyboards in the band, The Hold Steady. He is the author of “Band People: Life and Work in Popular Music,” a book that explores the lives of working musicians in rock and roll. He is also an instructor of music at Bard College. *This episode was recorded on location.

Glen is the founder of the ultralight outdoor gear company, Gossamer Gear. His book on minimalism: "Take Less. Do More.: Surprising Life Lessons in Generosity, Gratitude, and Curiosity from an Ultralight Backpacker," is available now.

Matt is the Executive Director of Greater Idaho, a movement for the Oregon counties east of the Cascade Mountains to secede from the state of Oregon and join Idaho. GreaterIdaho.org

Pete served in the United States Army in Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan as a spy with over 1,000 combat patrols. He hosts the Break It Down Podcast, where the ground truth collection techniques he mastered as a spy have helped draw out the best in guests across more than 2,000 episodes.

Stephen is a Park Avenue doorman, writer, and salsa dancing instructor. He is the author of the book "Building Material: The Memoir of a Park Avenue Doorman." *This episode was recorded on location at Stephen's place on 89th Street.

Benjamin is an Independent Party candidate for Congress, campaigning to represent Connecticut’s 4th Congressional District. *This episode was recorded from my dining room table.

Vikki is a bilingual ventriloquist fresh off a ten day engagement at the Central Washington State Fair. Her show can be seen at county and state fairs, corporate events, and schools all over the West Coast. @ventriloquistvikki

In her current role as Pearl on ABC's General Hospital, Andy channels her experience as a longtime QVC guest host. She is also the host of the podcast "The Dating Lab," author of the international bestselling book "Style on a Shoestring," and inventor of the style accessory GirlyGoGarter.