Expanding Circles

Welcome to the Expanding Circle Podcast channel! Please enjoy the origin stories of the non-super variety. You can email us at expandingcirclespodcast@gmail.com

Expanding Circles, Episode 14 - Karissa Weeden

Welcome to another episode of Expanding Circles, the podcast about everyday origin stories. In this episode, we ask the question - have you thought about Kazakhstan? Please welcome Karissa Weeden.

06-19
21:56

Expanding Circles, episode 13 - Kelly Nelson

Welcome to Expanding Circles, the podcast about everyday origin stories. This episode's guest is making her way towards 100 countries visited after working as a teacher, a tour guide, a governess, and a little of everything else. Please welcome Kelly Nelson to the podcast!

06-13
27:33

Expanding Circles, episode 12: James Webster-Gardiner

In this episode, we hear about volunteering in the Galapagos, living in the lesser known areas of the Emirates, and Oh mama!

05-07
35:19

Expanding Circles, Episode 11: Jonathan Isaacson

In this episode, the tables are turned as we find out the origin story of our host. We hear about the Jolly Roger, frustrating JHS classes, and problems with Tokyo.

04-18
57:20

Expanding Circles, episode 10: Kodiak Atwood

Welcome back to Expanding Circles, the podcast about everyday origin stories. In today's origin story, we hear about expired Korean Tofu, a month at Everest Base Camp elevations, and the hundred famous mountains of Japan. Please enjoy my conversation with Kodiak Atwood.

03-16
39:18

Expanding Circles, Episode 9: Don Hansen

Welcome to this episode of Expanding Circles. Our latest origin story sees our protagonist driving his Mormon Assault Vehicle (AKA the family van) to school, figuring out how to be a good student during his Mission in Mexico, and experiencing WiFi problems during a job interview. Please join me in welcoming Don Hansen.

02-27
27:14

Expanding Circles, Episode 8: Tracy Wiedman

In her origin story, today's guest got to meet Pele, pass the salt to NBA legend Charles Barkley, and hear jokes from Hilary Clinton. Please welcome the fabulous Tracy Wiedman.

02-20
35:03

Expanding Circles, Episode 7: Amanda Tomanek

Today's guest went from the Christmas City of the high plains to Wichita to NYC and all the way to Japan. Please enjoy Amanda Tomanek's story.

02-07
44:17

Expanding Circles, Episode 6: Laura Dzieciolowski

The latest origin story features super secret spy stuff, España and Sverige, and the good side of sibling rivalry.

01-23
28:56

Expanding Circles, episode 5: Keri Ann Moore

This episode features our second firefighter! Who knew it was such a common transition? It also features tales of enjoying life in France a bit too much, teacher training in China, and a choice between Kazakhstan and Japan.

01-14
33:50

Expanding Circles, episode 4: Daniel Scharf

This episode features hippy wizards, German castles, and food. Lots and lots of food.

01-04
34:58

Expanding Circles, Episode 3: Vanessa Armand

This episode features a disposed moose head, Billy Bob Thornton's rockabilly band, and surprise interviews.

12-25
38:11

Expanding Circles, Episode 2: Cassie Leoni

Today’s origin story involves melted boots, Las Vegas clubs, and a meltdown in a hagwon.

12-18
29:29

Expanding Circles, Episode 1: Ian Randall

This is a podcast about origin stories, but not of superheroes or supervillains. It's the origin stories of ex-pat teachers at a university near Tokyo.

12-17
26:30

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