My Favorite Things Episode 10: Kurt Wikel

My Favorite Things · Feb 26, 2026 · 47m · transcript

For My Favorite Things, I’m interviewing people about the books, movies, music, art, and other creative works that have helped shape their lives. My guest for Episode 9 is Kurt Wikel, geophysicist, dad, and brewery co-owner.

Kurt’s favorite things are:

1. The Simpsons

2. Daft Punk — Homework

Apple Music | Spotify | YouTube

3. Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert W. Pirsig

Publisher’s Page | Bookshop | Amazon

4. A Coconut Named Bob by Austin Weaver

Publisher’s Page | Amazon

5. Dune by Frank Herbert

Publisher’s Page | Bookshop | Amazon

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