Best Loose Threads Podcasts (2025)

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Meet Chelsea B. Porter of A Few Loose Threads! - Ep. 176 1:19:24

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, we’re chatting with the one and only Chelsea Porter (@chelsea_b_porter), viral quilter, content creator, and all-around creative powerhouse! 🧵✨ You’ve probably seen her online after thatincredible moment when she designed, sewed, and tossed a custom quilted vest to Benson Boone on stage during his Utah N2 …

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Meet Sarah Ruth of Ruthlessly Handmade! - Ep. 180 1:15:41

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This week I’m joined by Sarah Ruth Morris of Ruthlessly Handmade. Education researcher, quilter, and mother of two boys in Texas. Sarah’s quilts are stitched with purpose: each one is part of her ongoing practice of learning to love more deeply. Through quilt fundraisers, she has rallied makers and supporters to uplift children in need. She raised …

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Hide and Seek: Pater-Naughty 43:41

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Emma is settling into her sister's life, but she remains haunted by her past in more ways than one. Can she get to the bottom of this family drama, or will she finally follow Sutton to a shallow grave?By Courtney and Clare

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Scaling With Micro-Influencers: Lessons From Goorin's Ambassador Strategy With Nicky Cutler 20:14

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Nicky Cutler is the B2B Marketing Manager at Goorin Bros., a premium hat and apparel company known for its cult-favorite line of trucker hats featuring embroidered animal patches. A seasoned marketer, Nicky led Goorin's to over $1 million in affiliate revenue in two years by building and scaling Goorin's ambassador and influencer programs. He previ…

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Episode #503 - "Devil Nephew" with Warren Tidwell & Adam Keller 1:40:28

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In this episode, Rivers and Sam are hangin' out at Disgraceland Studios with Warren Tidwell and Adam Keller! Warren and Adam are labor organizers from Alabama who came to L.A. to do a little direct action at the L.A. Auto Show. We talk about their very serious and important work before going into some good ol' shenanigans. We sample a Country Time …

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Meet Hillary Goodwin | Entropy Always Wins - Ep. 179 1:13:42

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m honored to sit down with Hillary Goodwin (@entropyalwayswins) , the featured artist for QuiltCon 2026 and a creator whose work moves, breathes, and tells stories in every stitch. 🧵✨ Hillary is an ER doctor, and quilting has become her refuge, a place where things can be imperfect, messy, emotional, and…

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Episode #502 - "Butt Rock Gauntlet 4" with Justin Morales 1:53:19

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In this episode, the Psycho Circus is back in town! For this one Goods from the Woods Boys are so pleased to welcome back combat athlete extraordinaire, Goods from the Woods World Heavyweight Champion, and butt rock aficionado Justin Morales! We kick this one off with an energy drink called "Gym Weed" and some light 'Predator: Badlands' talk. Then,…

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Meet Jenni Engleman, host of Handcraft Happy Hour! - Ep. 178 1:10:14

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by Jenni Engleman, owner of HandCraft Happy Hour in Baltimore. It's a cozy, colorful craft shop that feels like home the moment you walk through the door. ☕🧵💖 Jenni shares how a dream she once imagined with her aunt turned into a thriving community space where makers come to learn, laugh, stitch…

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Episode #501 - "Monkey on the Lam" with Kym Kral 1:41:39

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In this episode, Rivers is hangin' out at Disgraceland Studios with comedian and author Kym Kral! We chat about a recent news story out of Mississippi involving a bunch of escaped monkeys ridden with disease and anger issues. Then, we sample a canned mocktail called "IMPROV!" made by a pretty weird guy out of San Diego. Kym takes us on a tour of he…

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Meet Lina & Laura of Quilting With Latinas! - Ep. 177 1:30:19

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by Laura Raquel Duran and Lina Owen of Quilting With Latinas, two passionate makers who are bringing bilingual resources and cultural connection to the quilting community! Laura and Lina are the co-authors of Learn-to-Quilt: Bilingual Guide Book, a first-of-its-kind quilting resource written in …

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Two Truths and a Lie: Been Thayer, Done That 43:31

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It's book three and we're still at square one! Will Emma and Ethan get any closer to finding Sutton's killer?By Courtney and Clare

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Episode #500 - "The Quincentenary" with Mr. Goodnight & Dr. Pat Reilly 2:22:25

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In this episode, ALL of the Goods from the Woods Boys are in the house for the 500th episode of our podcast. First up, Rivers, Sam, and Carter are hangin' out at Disgraceland Studios, chuggin' a retro JOLT Cola, and talkin' about Carter's face being all over the 2025 World Series. We answer questions from our beloved listeners and Three Days Grace'…

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Episode #499 - "Ghosts & Monsters 6" with Kyle Clark 1:55:52

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN, Y'ALL! In this episode, Rivers is hangin' out with comedian and comic book man extraordinaire Kyle Clark! Tonight we're taking a haunted tour through the deep woods, desolate fields, and dark alleys of the intersection of the American South and the Midwest. First, we go to the haunted prairies of the Sunflower State! Kansas has LOT…

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Meet John MacPhail of Art East Quilting Co.! - Ep. 175 1:30:42

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by John MacPhail of Art East Quilting Company, the creative mind behind some of the quilting world’s most charming and imaginative patterns. 🧵 John’s journey into quilting began back in university while studying Costume Design, though it took a decade (and a little help from Instagram and YouTub…

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Episode #498 - "Fare Thee Unwell" with Blake Hamilton 1:27:26

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In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are THRILLED to welcome our ol' pal, comedian and actor Blake Hamilton! We start things off with an "ultra hydration" drink courtesy of the "Call Her Daddy" podcast crew. The drink is called "UNWELL" and it's literally just seawater. We also talk about Unwell's other partner, the always reliably evil N…

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Meet Theresa Benson, The AI Quilter! - Ep. 174 2:31:14

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by Theresa Benson (@theaiquilter) — award-winning quilter, enthusiastic learner, and dynamic teacher blending tradition with technology. With a background in electrical engineering and artificial intelligence, Theresa brings a fresh perspective to the craft, making complex ideas simple, inspirin…

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Never Have I Ever: Sherlock Ho-lmes 49:18

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Emma is back to square one on the search for Sutton's killer, but she now has a new accomplice. Can Emma and Ethan get to the bottom of this murder before they're as sunk as the Titanic?By Courtney and Clare

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Episode #497 - "Yoga Cop" with Lisa Chanoux 1:47:18

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In this episode, Rivers and Sam are THRILLED to welcome comedian Lisa Chanoux to the show. We kick things off with a discussion about the recent, boring movies from The Rock and Jared Leto. Next, the we try out an energy drink called "DNA," whose CEO also owns a company called "Grinder," but, like, not that one. We take a look at a Silicon Valley m…

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Meet Adam Burch of AdamSews! - Ep. 173 1:31:20

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by the endlessly creative and always entertaining Adam Burch of Adam Sews! Based in the UK, Adam is a bag-maker, pattern writer, and die-hard Tula Pink fan whose colorful creations and infectious enthusiasm light up the sewing community. Adam shares how he designs functional yet fabulous bags, t…

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Meet Kaye Collins of Oh Kaye Quilting, The Lazy Quilters Club & HandiQuilter ! - Ep. 172 1:06:43

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show my guest is Kaye Collins of Oh Kaye Quilting, The Lazy Quilters Club, and HandiQuilter. Kaye spent years as a high school band teacher before retiring and leaning fully into her quilting practice. A member of the Salt Lake City Modern Quilt Guild, Kaye had a fateful (and masked!) meeting during Covid with H…

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Episode #496 - "Town Genius" with Carly Garber 1:49:54

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In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are THRILLED to welcome comedian and writer Carly Garber to the show! The gang kicks things off by trying a unique peach and oolong-flavored Pepsi from China. Then we talk about a contest Pepsi held in the Philippines during the early ‘90s, which resulted in riots and the deaths of five people. We also…

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The Lying Game: Teufelskind of Girl 52:47

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We're back, and so is Sara Shepard. It's time to dive into The Lying Game, the follow up series (completely unrelated) to the hit Pretty Little Liars. Can Emma find her twin's murderer, or is she next on the chopping block?By Courtney and Clare

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Inside Saalt's Playbook for High-Converting TikTok LIVE Sessions With Cherie Hoeger 20:25

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Cherie Hoeger is the Co-Founder and CEO of Saalt, a woman-owned period care brand known for its sustainable, reusable cups, discs, and leakproof underwear. With expertise in leveraging education-driven customer engagement and innovative sales channels, Cherie has led the company to become the #1 period care brand on TikTok Shop. Before Saalt, she w…

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Episode #495 - "Schrödinger's Lobster" with Ron Placone 2:01:53

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Meet Chris English of Chris English Quilts! - Ep. 171 1:18:18

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, my guest is Chris English of Chris English Quilts. Chris studied textile art at university before spending nearly twenty years in the corporate world of web design. Quilting was always in the background, sparked years ago by the Liberty Book of Home Sewing. Now, with corporate life behind him, Chris is div…

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Scaling Brand Loyalty Through Social Impact: Lessons From Barefoot Wine With Michael Houlihan 22:46

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Michael Houlihan was the Co‑founder, President, and CEO of Barefoot Wine, an iconic brand that he and his partner Bonnie Harvey launched in a laundry room in 1986 with no money and no knowledge of the wine industry, and built one of the top wine brands in the US and in 28 countries. It was eventually acquired by E. & J. Gallo. A renowned writer, sp…

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Episode #494 - "Loose Threads" with Anna Valenzuela 1:43:05

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In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are THRILLED to be joined once again by everyone's favorite, comedian Anna Valenzuela! We kick this one off by chugging an energy drink made by one of the worst Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Sam talks about his recent controversy on Threads of all places. Then we chat about how WWE will take money …

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Meet Sarah Spencer aka Io the Alien! - Ep. 170 1:27:34

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, my guest is Sarah Spencer, also known as Io the Alien. Sarah is an artist who uses textiles as her main medium, always following her curiosities and giving her attention to the work that brings her joy. Lately, she’s been creating striking sketch portraits of women and “interesting men,” blending paint on …

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Newton's Proven Playbook for Influencer Marketing Success With Aaron Zagha 18:41

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Aaron Zagha is the Chief Marketing Officer at Newton Baby, a company specializing in innovative, science-backed sleep products for babies and families. With a professional background in corporate finance and a data-driven marketing approach, Aaron oversees the brand's marketing strategy, branding, and growth. He previously led international ecommer…

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Meet Diana Li Fitzgerald of Banjoflannel! - Ep. 169 1:06:31

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, my guest is Diana Li Fitzgerald, better known as Banjoflannel. Diana’s new book, Patchwork Sashiko: Transform Your Scraps, releases at the end of this year and is already available for preorder through Barnes & Noble, Amazon, C&T Publishing, and wholesale. Diana’s sewing journey began in 2005 when she set …

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Scaling Restricted Products With AppLovin: Lessons From cbdMD With Wade Brown 19:23

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Wade Brown is the Vice President of Marketing at cbdMD, a publicly traded company known for its CBD and cannabis product lines. He is a seasoned executive with expertise across ecommerce, B2B and B2C channels, digital advertising, and strategic partnerships. Wade has led marketing for restricted product categories, including CBD, THC beverages, fir…

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Episode #493 - "Ain't No Rest" with Jordan Morris & Fast Ronald 2:03:30

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In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys welcome our old pals, Jordan Morris and "Fast Ronald" Vara, back to Disgraceland Studios for an absolutely hilarious episode! We kick this one off with an energy drink called "Dr. Bum" as well as some novelty Oreos. Carter tells us about going to see Oasis at the Rose Bowl in L.A. Then, we talk about a…

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Meet Justin Stafford owner of Keaton Quilts! - Ep. 168 1:49:29

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, my guest is Justin Stafford, owner of Keaton Quilt - the last standing quilt shop in New York City. Nestled in the heart of the Flower District, Keaton Quilts is a hub for fabric lovers, offering a wide selection of fabrics and notions, longarm quilting, classes, and the warmth of Justin’s passion for the …

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Episode #492 - "Haughty Overachievers" with Chris Crofton & Seth Pomeroy 1:27:20

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In this episode, Rivers and Carter are THRILLED to welcome comedian and musician Chris Crofton and filmmaker Seth Pomeroy back to Disgraceland for a big fun time! Speaking of fun times, we talk about a man who got a little too comfortable at a KoRn concert in New Jersey. We test out a HORRIBLE energy drink from Alani Nu and talk about their HORRIBL…

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Meet Sara & Debbie of Salty Sews! - Ep. 167 1:07:54

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by Sara and Debbie of Salty Sews. The two met in a sewing class back in 2019 and have been connected through their craft ever since. When the world began opening up again, Sara signed them up to teach a class at the very same sewing event where they first met, and from there, Salty Sews was born…

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Building a Global Snack Brand Through Retail First With Hassan Alireza of The Daily Crave 21:18

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Hassan Alireza is the Founder and CEO of The Daily Crave, a California-based snack company that crafts better‑for‑you, non‑GMO, wholesome snacks sold worldwide. He launched the business in May 2012 with Veggie Chips and Sticks, which quickly gained traction in national retail chains. Under his leadership, the brand has expanded its lineup to includ…

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Episode #491 - "Jester Arrester" with John Ungaro 1:34:25

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In this episode, Rivers and Sam are hangin' out at Disgraceland Studios with comedian, filmmaker, and long-time friend of the show, John Ungaro! We chat about John's new baseball-themed slasher film that he's currently raising funds for, 'Basher'. Then we chat about the weird world of fitness influencer Christian Guzman and his mid energy drink 3D.…