No script. No structure. Just a conversation that somehow turns into something hilarious.

What happens when your dream job becomes your actual job? Jeff Ponder talks with author of "Patriarchs of the Dugout: Baseball's Greatest Managers," Matthew DiBiase, about professional sports, as well as baseball and basketball management. Wait until you hear about his take on how ranking managers and coaches flips the table on the pundits—no script, no rules, just stories and laughs.

No script. No structure. Just a conversation that somehow turns into something hilarious.

Country rock musician Levi Coovert joins The Pondcast for a wide-ranging conversation that quickly moves beyond office small talk into sports, journalism, music and the ups and downs of being a lifelong sports fan. We discuss covering sports as reporters, playing sports as kids, Levi's country rock career and songwriting inspiration, and the annual disappointment that comes with cheering for teams like the Seattle Mariners—no script, no rules, just stories and laughs.

No script. No structure. Just a conversation that somehow turns into something hilarious.

St. Louis musician Matt F. Basler joins The Pondcast for a hilarious conversation about music, local diners and one very unusual upcoming performance: Matt will eat a 4-foot hot dog while he performs his set. We also talk about Matt's band Middle Class Fashion, his music career, some of the wildest things he's done as a musician, the St. Louis music scene and plenty of unexpected stories from his life in music—no script, no rules, just stories and laughs.

No script. No structure. Just a conversation that somehow turns into something different.

Nikki Rigby, founder of GetREAL With Alcohol, joins The Pondcast for an honest conversation about alcohol use, addiction and what it takes to change your relationship with drinking. We discuss the challenges of stopping alcohol when drinking is part of your social life and daily routine, Nikki's coaching philosophy, the struggles people face in recovery, and how to begin confronting the issues that can keep someone stuck—no script, no rules, just stories.

No script. No structure. Just a conversation that somehow turns into something hilarious.

TJ joins The Pondcast for a nostalgic conversation about the video games we grew up playing and the experiences that made us gamers. We nerd out over the Batman: Arkham games, Metal Gear Solid, Assassin's Creed, Resident Evil 4 and plenty more, while reminiscing about childhood gaming memories, getting new consoles, and the excitement of discovering a brand-new video game system—no script, no rules, just stories and laughs.

No script. No structure. Just a conversation that somehow turns into something hilarious.

Bob LeMent of Static Radio returns to The Pondcast for a hilarious conversation about The Lord of the Rings, the golden age of video rental stores, and how surprisingly easy it is to accidentally stumble across adult content while streaming today. We also talk about Bob's experience working in a video rental store, Jeff's views on the Lord of the Rings movies and the current state of the podcast industry. It's a conversation about movies, nostalgia, technology, podcasting, and plenty of unexpected detours—no script, no rules, just stories and laughs.

No script. No structure. Just a conversation that somehow turns into something hilarious.

Registered nurse Pakesta Washington joins The Pondcast for its most personal and serious conversation yet. Pakesta shares her experience living with bipolar disorder, the challenges of receiving the right diagnosis, and the realities of nursing fatigue. Together, we discuss mental health, self-advocacy, recognizing when something isn't right, and why seeking help can make all the difference—no script, no rules, just stories and laughs.

No script. No structure. Just a conversation that somehow turns into something hilarious.

My old co-worker and friend Brooke joins The Pondcast for a funny and nostalgic conversation about Pixar movies and why some of them still make grown adults cry. Along the way, we reminisce about working together in an ordinary office, swap stories about unforgettable coworkers, discuss imaginary friends and relive those moments where anxiety gets the best of you—no script, no rules, just stories and laughs.