Diner Discussions
By Aaron Allison
Having discussions about interesting things with interesting people in Diners.
Diner Discussions Feb 18, 2022
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80. “What’s In Store For Season 4?”
After our yearly break the Diner is once again stocked up on bacon and open for business! Aaron gives an update on what’s coming soon and gives a clip of a never before heard episode!
Jun 04, 202324:19
DDP The Outtakes Season 3
Enjoy these Outtakes from season 3 in the most zany collection of the Diner yet! *Scream warning *
Jun 02, 202303:29
79. Diner Movie Nights: Ghostbusters (1984)
Diner Movie Nights Presents: Ghostbusters (1984) Another night at the Diner and another movie discussed. This week the four horseman break down one of Quacks favorite films. Drop the kids off at Grandma’s and hurry to the parking lot it’s time for another insane movie at the Diner!
May 29, 202301:52:00
78. Living Proof Podcast Episode 3
As we restock the homemade pies at the Diner, check out this episode from The LivingProof Podcast. Aaron And Meghan talk about their view on marriage, parenthood, and things that matter to them.
Feb 17, 202344:05
77. "The Boy With The Magical Closet" Featuring Freddy Sotero
Taking time from making TikToks, Freddy calls into the Diner and discusses how he got into making videos, where he gets his sense of humor, his love of koalas, and what magical things are in his closet.
Feb 03, 202350:10
76. “What Do The Kids Say?” Featuring the Allison Kids
Happy New Year! To kick off Season 4 we decided to pull a gem from the vault! In this excerpt from The Living Proof Podcast, We ask our three kids (Hannah, Lyndsay and Brennen) all the same questions to see how their personalities and opinions differ on certain topics. It gets silly quickly so tune in to hear what the kids have to say.
Jan 06, 202359:22
75. "Deconstruction And The Great Exodus" The New Evangelicals
Tim Whitaker from The New Evangelicals calls into The Diner to shed some light on what deconstruction means and what it means to reconstruct your faith afterwards.
Dec 02, 202201:17:52
74. The Living Proof Podcast Episode 2
A crossover episode with our sister podcast The Living Proof Podcast.
Nov 17, 202244:58
73. “Be Kind, Rewind” Featuring Jæson Stuart
Jæson Stuart author, master of pop culture and all things VHS calls into The Diner to give us a blast from the past while showing how it connects to the present. So put on your street fighter shirt. Grab your Yo MTV hat and slide into the booth for this weeks tasty episode!
Nov 11, 202202:08:28
72. Living Proof Podcast Episode 1
As we take down the decorations in the Diner we are busy preparing for the next big holiday, so here's an episode from our sister podcast The Living Proof Pod for you to enjoy.
Nov 07, 202201:11:44
71. “How To Make Things Without Quitting” Featuring Barak Hardley
Barak Calls into the diner to discuss his love of creating things, and the mental blocks he has to overcome, struggling with taking medication, and the excitement of being in commercials and Television.
Nov 04, 202201:23:24
70. Diner Movie Nights: Halloween (1978)
The wheels of the projector once again spin to life as the film light dances on the side of the Diner wall. Join us again for a special Spooky Halloween episode of Diner Movie Nights (DMN). This weeks movie is a classic film from 1978 featuring a stabby Michael Myers. So grab some popcorn and kick back and hang with Alli, Brian, Aaron, and Quack as chaos ensues.
Oct 31, 202201:21:53
69. “Road To Liberty” Featuring Young Black Mayor
Derrick Smith Jr. Calls into the Diner to discuss the Black history of Oklahoma and its importance.
Oct 28, 202247:54
68. “Into The Jungle”
Moving Sucks! Plans to build a home with a new studio, make it better. Exciting things are brewing. So grab your favorite beverage, and slide in to a booth we’ve got a very relaxed episode of catching up to do.
Oct 22, 202223:03
67. “The White Buffalo” Featuring Buffalo Rodgers
Buffalo Rodgers calls into the studio during a rainy afternoon. We discuss Old times, getting rowdy and enjoying life.
Sep 30, 202201:03:41
66. “The Dark Side Of Adoption” Featuring Karpoozy
Karpoozy takes time to call into the Diner to talk about the side of adoption most people never hear about.
Sep 18, 202240:16
65. "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" Featuring Victoria Calamito
Tori Calamito calls into the Diner to tell us all about the fascinating world of Oz. We learn about the many adaptations of the books and the books themselves. One thing that’s overwhelmingly true about this episode… we aren’t in Kansas anymore Toto!
Apr 15, 202201:09:09
64. "Stuck In A Spin Cycle" Featuring Theo Kandel
It's not Candle its Kan-Del! Listen to Aaron butcher the intro as Theo calls in to talk about his music journey so far.
Apr 08, 202257:04
63. “In The Age Of Empires” Featuring Jimmy James
Jimmy James calls into the Diner to discuss life, passions, psychology, and the game that both him and Aaron have spent thousands of hours on.
Mar 25, 202201:40:09
62. "It's Never Too Late To Start!" Elison
The band Elison calls in to talk about how no matter what age you are it’s never to late to start doing what you love.
Mar 22, 202259:58
61. “Maximal Effort” featuring Empty Atlas
Micah Smith from Empty Atlas calls into the Diner to discuss music, art and life in this 2 hour double episode!
Mar 11, 202202:23:15
60. "Revenge Is Best Served On The Rocks" Featuring Tanner Conklin
Have you ever felt slighted? Finally, getting an opportunity just to have it ripped out from under you? Tanner Conklin calls in to the diner to discuss how she turned that experience into a bottle of vodka.
Mar 05, 202201:22:11
59. “It’s Almost Magnificent” Featuring Skuff Micksun
In one of our personal favorite episodes, Skuff Micksun calls in to the Diner to talk about life in Ohio, death and music in this instant classic
Mar 04, 202202:10:36
58. "Local Band Forever" Featuring Aim High
Two of the guys from the South Carolina band Aim High call into the show. Steven, Caleb, and Aaron talk about how they've chosen to use the negative connotation, "Local Band" and turn it on it's head. What's the connection between the movie "Shark Tales" and a destroyed toilet? Listen to find out!
Mar 01, 202201:08:02
57. “Memoirs of Roasted Beans” featuring Richard Stone
Richard Stone calls in to the Diner to discuss how coffee is linked to more than just your taste buds. We get at a look at Memoir’s Coffee and more importantly the man behind the roast.
Feb 25, 202201:43:05
56. “Among The Stars” Featuring Bryan Gaensler
Bryan Gaensler calls into the Diner to discuss space and his life as an astrophysicist.
Feb 18, 202201:04:17
55.”PRESSing Issues” Featuring J Crum
J Crum Calls into the Diner to talk about How a Christian Rapper of 10 years has dealt with the kickback of deconstructing his faith. With a new song out (“Press”) detailing his journey and his label Streetlight Sounds, where he has lessons for people trying to come up in the industry, he’s not finished he’s just getting started.
Feb 11, 202201:35:03
54. From The Mind Of A 7 Year Old
The world famous Brennen Allison takes time out of his busy schedule to stop by the studio to talk about life through a 7 year olds eyes.
Feb 09, 202218:28
53. “Welcome To My Shed” Featuring Chevee Dodd
“Hello friends I’m Chevee welcome to my shed.” Are the words that greet you with each of his videos on YouTube. One of the last daily “talk show” style vloggers left on the platform from the old YouTube days, Chevee calls into the show to talk about being a board game designer, woodcraftsman, YouTuber, and father.
Feb 04, 202201:39:36
52. Movies At The Diner: Chopping Mall
Once again the projector whirls to life and a movie greets the screen beside the diner. Grab your popcorn and park close enough to hear us talk about the movie Chopping Mall (1986)!
Jan 29, 202201:22:39
51. "The Lost Episode" Featuring Bob Dodd
An episode from the DDP Vault that somehow slipped through the cracks. Bob Dodd Calls into the Diner in this “LOST” episode.
Jan 17, 202201:42:15
50. "The Road Less Traveled" Featuring The Obscurist Tourist
Christian calls into the Diner to discuss how he started traveling, and some of the unique things he's found. They talk about life, and finding inspiration in a post Covid world.
Jan 15, 202201:51:56
49. Season 3 “Wearing The Triple Crown!”
Number 3 is the number of good fortune. The Pythagoreans taught that the number three was the first true number. Three is the first number that forms a geometrical figure – the triangle! Three was considered the number of harmony, wisdom and understanding. What’s that have to do with Diner Discussions? Well it’s Season 3 baybee! As we kick off another amazing season we thank you for joining us along the way.
Jan 08, 202238:29
48. “Would You Like Some Cheese With That Wine?” Featuring Amy Urbach
Aaron is joined by the lovely Amy Urbach to discuss mixed families and mixed drinks! Wine brings families together so gather yours around and give this delightful final episode of the season a listen!
Dec 31, 202101:16:43
47. “Christmas At The Diner 2021”
As the snow falls against the ground, and another year comes to a close, we gather with old friends and celebrate the holidays. We are joined by Lacey Powers, Madi Degraff, and Alli Gilliland, for a night filled with games and laughs, and as the night goes on we are visited by some old friends and some new ones. With lots of surprises this is a CANT MISS EPISODE, that you’ll be glad you caught. From all of us at the Diner, we wish you a Merry Christmas, and a very Happy Holidays!
Dec 24, 202101:44:06
46. "Why Are You Up? Featuring Leigh McClendon (Leigh_mcnasty)
The man, the myth, the legend... Mr. Leigh McClendon of TikTok fame calls into the Diner to talk about his hilarious twitch content, and how he comes up with it. From "My bird's name is Bandaid!." to "Why are you up?" we learn where he pulls inspiration from for his "Kids say the most random things" series.
Dec 19, 202101:04:30
45. Eclectic Music Featuring Darryn Zewalk
Renowned singer Darryn Zewalk calls into the Diner to talk to Aaron about how music has influenced his life. Self-defining his music style as Eclectic, he pulls from Gospel and fuses it with other genres. He has a new rendition of Silent Night out just in time for Christmas.
Dec 10, 202154:07
44. Movie Nights @ The Diner: Friday The 13th (1980)
On a dark and spooky night after the Diner closes up for the night, the projector whirls to life, and on a screen beside the building a movie appears. after the movie, Aaron talks to a few of the patrons (Alli Gilliland, and Quack
) about what makes this movie iconic, and how it set forth the template for slashers in years to come. Grab a tasty beverage and curl up and enjoy this special episode of Diner Discussions.
) about what makes this movie iconic, and how it set forth the template for slashers in years to come. Grab a tasty beverage and curl up and enjoy this special episode of Diner Discussions.
Dec 05, 202101:41:08
43. Let’s Talk Turkey! Featuring The Allison Kids
Aaron sits down with some turkeys (his kids Hannah, Lyndsay, and Brennen) for some quality conversation about why they are thankful. Chaos ensues in the cutest way possible. Join us for this super special Thanksgiving Episode!
Nov 29, 202150:24
42. "Breaking The Stigma"
Aaron takes a break from talking to guests to discuss breaking the stigma of mental health.
Sep 17, 202129:27
41. “The Mystery Of The Googly-Eyed Rebel” Featuring Leah Lawson
Leah Lawson calls in to talk about her music, Tiktok, deconstructing her faith and the mystery of the googly-eyed variety.
Aug 20, 202101:31:22
40."Body Positivity" Featuring Kasidilla
Aaron gets to talk with TikTok star Kasi and discuss why it’s important to spread the message of BODY POSITIVITY. That mental health needs to be discussed, and how Tiktok is changing that for the better
Aug 13, 202101:32:02
38. “Attack Of The Quack” Featuring LeftoverQuack
Aaron spends time with the one and only Quack. Things never had a chance to be normal, and hijinx ensue.
Aug 06, 202101:41:31
37. "Spiders, Snakes, and Water Bottles OH MY!" Featuring Kat Minmo
The Famous Australian Kat Minmo is finally on the show! Aaron talks to Kat about the differences between America and Australia, What it's like living there, and why everything there wants to kill you!
Jul 30, 202101:39:06
DDP The Outtakes Season 2
This was too silly to be left in, but too funny to be left out completely!
Jul 29, 202102:14
DDP The Outtakes Season 1
Aaron forgets how to talk. Josh Makes fun of it. Laugh at his pain while listening to these outtakes and bloopers from the first few episodes.
Jul 29, 202101:31
36. Getting Vulnerable
The mid season break is over! Diner Discussions Is Back! Aaron talks about his new published poetry collection about his sister Molli, and what it took to finish that project, and get it out.
Jul 24, 202140:55
35. “Turning a Corner” featuring CornerKat
Josh and Aaron sit down with one of their favorite Twitch streamers to discuss, feeling comfortable on camera, Having a side hustle you love, and baking.
Apr 16, 202101:38:37
34. "Panel Of Power" Featuring Lacey Powers, Meg Ray, And Meghan Allison (The LivingProof Podcast)
3 women of diverse backgrounds with so much knowledge, and a lot to say in one room! Aaron asks the hard questions, and they discuss some hard topics. Featuring Lacey Powers, Meg Ray, and Meghan Allison.
Apr 13, 202102:18:34
33. "Six String Poet" Featuring Justin Shanholtzer
Josh and Aaron talk about growing up and being a country song writer from a small town. The Red Dirt movement, and music as a whole.
Apr 09, 202101:51:18
32. "The Older The Fiddle, The Sweeter The Tune" Featuring Wayne Cantwell
Josh and Aaron Get a lesson in Old time music. (NOT BLUEGRASS)
Apr 02, 202101:51:56
"Changes" an announcement
Unfortunately things will be changing. Josh will no longer be with the show. Aaron announces the new direction of the show, and the future of the podcast LIVE.
Apr 01, 202105:27
31."The Speed of Sound" featuring Jason Doyle
Brought to you by the magic of broadcasting, Josh and Aaron have a fun information packed episode with Mr. Jason Doyle. Long time broadcaster, Jason discusses how he got started in the business, as well as some things he's learned along the way.
Mar 31, 202101:03:19
30. “Music Is A Different Kind of Drug” Featuring Red Clay Gypsies
Josh and Aaron Have a Hoot And A Holler with the members of the Red Clay Gypsies.
Mar 26, 202101:29:10
29. "Doing Things The Write Way" Featuring Madi Degraff
Josh and Aaron Finally get one of their favorite authors on for a fantastical episode. Discussions ensue on the writing process, Camping and tornados. Will the Heroes of the story prevail? Will there be a cliffhanger, Will there be a sequel? Tune in to see!
Mar 23, 202101:18:20
28. "Miscellaneous Meg" Featuring Meg Ray
Guess who's back... Back again... Meg is back... Tell your friends. Josh and Aaron welcome a fan favorite back onto the pod.
Mar 19, 202102:16:32
27. The DDP SHOW 3/15/20
It’s a party up in here! Lights cameras action! Avatar, deep fakes, Bigfoot, Middle age and Ncaa Tourney picks. This weeks show is jam packed, and sweet as maple Syrup.
Mar 17, 202101:04:37
26. “Tattoos, Punk Rock, and Grandpas”Featuring Lyndall Blankenship
Josh and Aaron talk with Lyndall Blankenship about being from a small town, music and life and death.
Mar 13, 202102:18:06
25. Kicking Off Season 2 By Dying On Air
Josh and Aaron Try the “Worlds Hottest Chocolate Bar” and lose it. With over 9 Mil scoville units, The guys were not prepared for the heat!
Mar 11, 202101:28:06
24. “Something is Brewing In OKC” Featuring Twisted Spike Brewery
The boys drop in to talk to Bruce from Twisted Spike Brewing CO. They find out the history of Small breweries in Oklahoma, differences between beers and lots more.
Nov 28, 202044:21
23. “Road To Recovery” Featuring Blake Beckner
Josh and Aaron call and talk to Blake Beckner about The Better Together Recovery House, and addiction.
Nov 17, 202057:48
22. “Everything Adds Up” featuring Janelle Montgomery
Mrs. Janelle Montgomery calls in to discuss with Josh and Aaron being a CPA, technology, the pandemic and much more!
Nov 09, 202001:40:16
21. “Is This What Abandonment feels like?” Bonus pod
After a guest had to cancel Josh and Aaron catch up over breakfast.
Oct 18, 202059:54
20. “Welcome to Zombie Land” Featuring Kendall Irvin
Josh and Aaron meet Kendall Irvin at Roma’s Italian Restaurant and talk about podcasting, weightlifting, and the current state of the world.
Sep 26, 202001:29:30
19. “Hatch and Health Insurance” featuring Jacob Jones
Jacob Jones Stops by Hatch In Downtown OKC to sit with us a reminisce about old music, comics and more!
Sep 07, 202001:05:58
18. “Roll For Initiative!” Featuring CommonSpace Game Cafe
Josh and Aaron visit a game cafe in Norman OK, where DC sits down and discusses Gaming during COVID, the world of boardgaming, and shows off their new location!
Aug 29, 202001:02:24
17. “Picture This” Featuring Jake Faucett
Jake Faucett stops by Happy Days Diner and nerds out with Josh and Aaron for awhile.
Aug 26, 202001:59:24
16. “Sometimes I Feel Like The wind” Featuring Bill Kelley
Bill Kelley stop by The Community Cafe For lunch. Where he talks to Josh and Aaron about recording, the music business and the power of music.
Aug 18, 202001:27:20
15. “Dare to Think” featuring Lawrence Pasternack
Lawrence Pasternack schools Josh and Aaron on matters of the brain, Cannabis, and lots more!
Aug 16, 202001:41:39
14. “Pros and CONS” Featuring Princess Pineapple
Princess Pineapple teaches Josh and Aaron about next level Cosplay. They learn about all the time, skill, effort and passion that goes into creating the costumes and competing at Cons.
Aug 09, 202001:50:35
13. “The Rise Of Q.P.” Featuring BAD YEAR
**Strong Language and Adult Discussions Warning** Mike Joey and Sean of the band BAD YEAR call in to the studio and hilariousness ensues.
Aug 07, 202001:50:33
12. “Nostalgia Major” featuring Andy Davidson
Andy Davidson meets Josh and Aaron at the Community Cafe to talk about missions in Africa, and the state of the church during a pandemic. Join them in taking a stroll down memory lane.
Aug 05, 202001:22:09
11. “Excellent Sausage” Featuring Bryon White
*This episode contains strong language . Bryon White of “The Damn Quails” fame stops at Fassler Hall to eat German Sausage with Josh and Aaron. Good times ensue.
Jul 30, 202001:18:49
“Pit And The Pendulum” (Part 2) Featuring Meg Williams
The conclusion to Josh and Aaron’s exciting discussion with Meg Williams.
Jul 26, 202054:17
10. “Pit and The Pendulum” (Part 1) Featuring Meg Williams
Meg Williams meets Josh and Aaron at the Community Cafe to discuss everything from Childhood, getting older and mental illness.
Jul 25, 202001:37:31
9. “Fourth And Long” Featuring Willie Harrell
Coach Willie Harrell meets Josh and Aaron at Boomerang Diner to talk about overcoming adversity, and how to handle the responsibility of being a role model to so many young men.
Jul 22, 202001:38:01
“Welcome To Acceptance” Featuring Allen Sam (PART 2)
This episode contains subjects that may be deemed controversial, and as a result may be upsetting to some people. This is the conclusion to Josh and Aaron’s discussion with Allen Sam, about Love And Acceptance.
Jul 19, 202001:14:57
8. “Welcome To Acceptance” Featuring Allen Sam (Part 1)
Josh and Aaron learn about acceptance, and how CONVERSATION, LOVE and KINDNESS can change lives.
Jul 17, 202057:56
7. “Road Pod!”
Josh and Aaron hit the road in this episode. The guys discuss what’s on their mind while delivering food.
Jul 17, 202055:56
6. “Painting Happy Little Trees” Featuring Hillary Shipley
Hillary Shipley stops by the park to teach Josh And Aaron how to “Plain Air” paint.
Jul 17, 202001:53:38
5. “Saving The Day” Featuring Meghan Allison
The scheduled guest had to cancel at the last minute. Meghan Allison swooped in and saved the day!
Jul 10, 202059:04
4. “Steven Bratcher Walks Into A Diner...” featuring Steven Bratcher
We realize the sound isn’t great, Josh and Aaron meet up with Steven Bratcher @ The Grille in Pauls Valley. It was pretty loud, But regardless Steven steals the show!
Jul 07, 202001:11:57
3. “Social Distortion” Featuring Lacey Powers
Lacey Powers Sits down with Josh and Aaron , and teaches the Guys the point of view of a social worker in today’s social climate.
Jul 07, 202002:06:47
2. Are we Podcast Experts yet...?
Josh and Aaron meet at Happy Days Diner to Discuss important things like, Mac vs PC , Getting older, and many other “Riveting topics” .
Jul 01, 202001:22:55
Episode 1. “What’s A Podcast?” Part 3
The finale of Josh and Aaron’s first Discussion!
Jul 01, 202036:04
Episode 1. “What’s a Podcast” part 2
Part two of our first discussion ever.
Jul 01, 202047:16
1. “What’s A Podcast?” Part 1
Two guys sit in a diner eating breakfast, talking about other times they sat in a diner and ate breakfast. Every journey has a beginning, this is ours.
Jun 30, 202001:02:37