Sorta Sophisticated

A podcast rooted in becoming more cultured and curious. Where we endeavor to suspend judgment, expand our worldview and explore new topics that will help us learn to appreciate varying...more

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Episode 082 - Still Tapping at 100: The Joyful Genius of Dick Van Dyke

December 03, 2025

Episode 082 - Still Tapping at 100: The Joyful Genius of Dick Van Dyke

Highlights of this episode include celebrating the wit, warmth, and unstoppable energy of Dick Van Dyke — the song-and-dance man who’s been making us...

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Episode 081 - The Chemistry of Cozy: Why We Crave Comfort

November 29, 2025

Episode 081 - The Chemistry of Cozy: Why We Crave Comfort

In this episode, we explore the chemistry behind cozy and why we humans crave comfort. From fuzzy socks to binge-worthy shows, our brains are...

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Episode 080 - The Silk Road: Where the World First Went Viral

November 19, 2025

Episode 080 - The Silk Road: Where the World First Went Viral

In today’s episode, we’re traveling back to the crossroads of civilization - the Silk Road - where gold, gods, and gossip all traded hands....

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Podcast Episode 079 - From Barn Dance to Big Time: The Opry at 100

November 12, 2025

Podcast Episode 079 - From Barn Dance to Big Time: The Opry at 100

Highlights of this episode include tracing the toe-tapping, banjo-strumming journey of how the Grand Ole Opry became the beating heart of American country music....

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Podcast Episode 78 - Show Me the Money: The Art of Negotiating a Raise

November 05, 2025

Podcast Episode 78 - Show Me the Money: The Art of Negotiating a Raise

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the gloriously awkward art of asking for a raise - because sometimes “working hard” isn’t the same as...

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Episode 077- Six Degrees of Separation: Why You’re Closer Than You Think

October 30, 2025

Episode 077- Six Degrees of Separation: Why You’re Closer Than You Think

In today’s episode, we’re unraveling the surprisingly tangled web of human connection—because apparently, you’re just six degrees (or one thirsty DM) away from Beyoncé....

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