Episode 50: How Do You Voice Act? - features legendary voice actor Billy West as he shares how he brings animated characters to life, from Fry, Dr. Zoidberg, and Professor Farnsworth in Futurama to Bugs Bunny in the original Space Jam.

Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a candid conversation with Billy West, the legendary voice actor behind some of animation’s most beloved shows. With a career spanning Futurama, The Ren & Stimpy Show, Doug, Looney Tunes, and countless commercials, Billy opens up about how voice acting really works—what happens behind the mic, how actors shape characters, and why the voices we hear can leave a lasting impact on our emotions and identity.

Listen as Billy also shares heartfelt stories from decades in the industry, advice for aspiring voice actors, and a reminder that behind every cartoon is a human voice shaped by experience, humor, and resilience.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:27- Introducing Billy West
• 01:29 - Becoming a Voice Actor
• 18:23 - Voice Acting Industry
• 22:26 - Creating a Voice
• 26:15 - Impact on Health
• 31:20 - Recording Process
• 34:33 - Replicating a Voice
• 36:33 - Advice for Others

• 41:31 - Evolution of the Industry

• 45:50 - Learning More
• 53:31 - Conclusion

Resources:

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠IMDB
• Billy's Website

This episode includes the track 'RSPN' by Blank & Kytt. The song is used under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. You can find more of Blank & Kytt's music ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here

Episode 49: How Are Homicides Investigated? - has veteran Tulsa homicide detective Sgt. Dave Walker breaking down what really happens after a murder.

Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Sgt. Dave Walker, a seasoned homicide detective known for his work on The First 48 and decades of experience solving violent crimes.

Listen as Dave shares how homicide investigations begin, what detectives actually look for, how long cases take to resolve, and the emotional and ethical challenges faced by those who work in murder investigations.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:28- Introducing Dave Walker
• 01:43 - Becoming a Detective
• 08:34 - Finding a Fit
• 11:21 - Department Structure
• 14:05 - Homicide
• 19:04 - Key Information
• 22:29 - Crime Scene
• 32:45 - Psychological Impact

• 38:19 - After the Investigation
• 42:57 - Wrongful Convictions
• 48:59 - Advice for Others
• 51:07 - Learning More
• 53:31 - Conclusion

Resources:

• ⁠⁠Dave's Podcast (Solve'em When You Get'em)
• Dave's Website
• First 48 Bio

This episode includes the track 'RSPN' by Blank & Kytt. The song is used under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. You can find more of Blank & Kytt's music ⁠⁠⁠⁠here

Episode 48: What Is Speedcubing? - has world-record blindfolded solver Tommy Cherry explain how he conquers the standard 3×3×3 cube blindfolded in just 12 seconds.

Episode Summary:This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Tommy Cherry, a world-renowned speedcuber known for holding multiple world records in blindfolded Cube solving.

Listen as Tommy shares the mental techniques behind memorizing a cube, the structure of professional speedcubing competitions, and how the sport has grown into a global phenomenon.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:32- Introducing Tommy Cherry
• 01:34 - Speedcubing Beginnings
• 20:17 - Speedcubing Competitions
• 25:03 - Blindfolded??
• 36:04 - Roman Rooms (Memory Strategy)
• 37:46 - Speedcubing Times
• 42:18 - Preparing to Compete
• 47:24 - Professional Circuit

• 59:43 - Advice for Others
• 1:02:28 - Learning More
• 1:04:06 - Conclusion

Resources:

• ⁠World Cube Association Profile⁠
• ⁠Blindfolded 3x3x3 World Record Performance⁠

This episode includes the track 'RSPN' by Blank & Kytt. The song is used under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. You can find more of Blank & Kytt's music ⁠⁠⁠here