Story Time at the Roo Bus

The Real Roo Bus
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Story Time at the Roo Bus Podcast: Behind the Scenes of Music Festivals | Supporting the TOTEM Foundation Welcome to Story Time at the Roo Bus, a weekly podcast dedicated to the vibrant music festival community. Join us as we dive deep into everything from Bonnaroo to other iconic music festivals, featuring exclusive interviews and in-depth conversations with the people who bring Earth's greatest parties to life. We share inspiring festival stories, behind-the-scenes insights, and the latest music festival news that has us buzzing. Our podcast proudly supports the TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to helping underserved individuals find career and community opportunities within the music festival industry. Tune in every week for engaging stories, insider access, and a closer look at the world of music festivals!

  1. 23H AGO

    240 - Bus Prep, SXSW Picks, & SPACE News!

    Daniel is back on the road again this week for some fun adventures in Florida, but we check in while Sharla's back home to go over a number of fun things!  We're starting to get the bus prepped, we debate if we want to cook on site on the Farm, Sharla gives some of her picks from SXSW, we talk about the fun adventures on the Space Coast, and much more. Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals through music communities. Donate below, or support TOTEM monthly by becoming a Patreon of the show.  💜 TOTEM Foundation: https://www.totemfnd.org 💜 Donate: https://givebutter.com/RaiseTheTOTEM 💜 Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roobus  ___________________________________ Listening Links:  ✅ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0jwcWenpD75xZTsDlw2Ztj  ✅ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/story-time-at-the-roo-bus/id1480168398 ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealroobus  ___________________________________ Social Links: #️⃣ Discord - https://discord.com/invite/EukS3pM99K  #️⃣ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/therealroobus #️⃣ X Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@therealroobus #️⃣ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealroobus ___________________________________ Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. All statements by the hosts or guests are their own and should be considered opinion. They do not reflect the views of any associated organizations unless stated otherwise. This podcast content is not intended as professional advice. Listener discretion is advised.

    39 min

  2. MAR 23

    239 - Under 100 Days Until Roo with Shaina

    With way less than 100 days to go until we're all back on the Farm together, Shaina is filling in for Sharla this week!  She's here talking with Daniel about prep, some of her favorite undercard acts, how the Loophole to Reality group camp is coming together, and much, much more. Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals through music communities. Donate below, or support TOTEM monthly by becoming a Patreon of the show.  💜 TOTEM Foundation: https://www.totemfnd.org 💜 Donate: https://givebutter.com/RaiseTheTOTEM 💜 Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roobus  ___________________________________ Listening Links:  ✅ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0jwcWenpD75xZTsDlw2Ztj  ✅ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/story-time-at-the-roo-bus/id1480168398 ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealroobus  ___________________________________ Social Links: #️⃣ Discord - https://discord.com/invite/EukS3pM99K  #️⃣ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/therealroobus #️⃣ X Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@therealroobus #️⃣ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealroobus ___________________________________ Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. All statements by the hosts or guests are their own and should be considered opinion. They do not reflect the views of any associated organizations unless stated otherwise. This podcast content is not intended as professional advice. Listener discretion is advised.

    54 min

  3. MAR 17

    238 - Live From Bangkok, Thailand

    Thailand is a really special place to us.  Sharla's family lived there, we've been many times, and we really feel like it shares so much in common with Bonnaroo.  It's our top recommendation if you want to travel, and we're here from Bangkok to show you exactly why. Note: This episode is obviously best experienced as a video, please visit our YouTube page to see the whole thing! Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals through music communities. Donate below, or support TOTEM monthly by becoming a Patreon of the show. 💜 TOTEM Foundation: https://www.totemfnd.org 💜 Donate: https://givebutter.com/RaiseTheTOTEM 💜 Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roobus ___________________________________ Listening Links: ✅ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0jwcWenpD75xZTsDlw2Ztj ✅ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/story-time-at-the-roo-bus/id1480168398 ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealroobus ___________________________________ Social Links: #️⃣ Discord - https://discord.com/invite/EukS3pM99K #️⃣ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/therealroobus #️⃣ X Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@therealroobus #️⃣ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealroobus ___________________________________ Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. All statements by the hosts or guests are their own and should be considered opinion. They do not reflect the views of any associated organizations unless stated otherwise. This podcast content is not intended as professional advice. Listener discretion is advised.

    40 min

  4. MAR 9

    237 - Making Campsite Magic Happen with Matty, Myk and LSDaniel

    Sharla and Daniel are still in Asia this week, so guest host Matty is stepping in to talk with LSDaniel and Myk!  The three of them go over what it takes to make both renegade and official events happen in the campgrounds and much more.  Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals through music communities. Donate below, or support TOTEM monthly by becoming a Patreon of the show.  💜 TOTEM Foundation: https://www.totemfnd.org 💜 Donate: https://givebutter.com/RaiseTheTOTEM 💜 Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roobus  ___________________________________ Listening Links:  ✅ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0jwcWenpD75xZTsDlw2Ztj  ✅ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/story-time-at-the-roo-bus/id1480168398 ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealroobus  ___________________________________ Social Links: #️⃣ Discord - https://discord.com/invite/EukS3pM99K  #️⃣ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/therealroobus #️⃣ X Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@therealroobus #️⃣ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealroobus ___________________________________ Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. All statements by the hosts or guests are their own and should be considered opinion. They do not reflect the views of any associated organizations unless stated otherwise. This podcast content is not intended as professional advice. Listener discretion is advised.

    42 min

  5. MAR 2

    236 - TOTEM Scholar Takeover with Austin, Anthony and Emilio

    Sharla and Daniel are out of town in Thailand, so some of our former TOTEM scholars are taking over the podcast this week!  Hang out with Austin, Anthony and Emilio as they go through anything and everything they'd like and take a look forward to Bonnaroo 2026! Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals through music communities. Donate below, or support TOTEM monthly by becoming a Patreon of the show.  💜 TOTEM Foundation: https://www.totemfnd.org 💜 Donate: https://givebutter.com/RaiseTheTOTEM 💜 Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roobus  ___________________________________ Listening Links:  ✅ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0jwcWenpD75xZTsDlw2Ztj  ✅ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/story-time-at-the-roo-bus/id1480168398 ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealroobus  ___________________________________ Social Links: #️⃣ Discord - https://discord.com/invite/EukS3pM99K  #️⃣ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/therealroobus #️⃣ X Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@therealroobus #️⃣ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealroobus ___________________________________ Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. All statements by the hosts or guests are their own and should be considered opinion. They do not reflect the views of any associated organizations unless stated otherwise. This podcast content is not intended as professional advice. Listener discretion is advised.

    35 min

  6. FEB 24

    235 - EDM Additions and NYC Adventures

    It's a remote episode this week, Sharla is back home in Huntsville while Daniel is up with the NYC / New Jersey crew.  We talk about some of the updated EDM additions slipped by the Festive Owl, have a fun walk and talk in the East Village, and much more. Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals through music communities. Donate below, or support TOTEM monthly by becoming a Patreon of the show.  💜 TOTEM Foundation: https://www.totemfnd.org 💜 Donate: https://givebutter.com/RaiseTheTOTEM 💜 Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roobus  ___________________________________ Listening Links:  ✅ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0jwcWenpD75xZTsDlw2Ztj  ✅ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/story-time-at-the-roo-bus/id1480168398 ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealroobus  ___________________________________ Social Links: #️⃣ Discord - https://discord.com/invite/EukS3pM99K  #️⃣ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/therealroobus #️⃣ X Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@therealroobus #️⃣ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealroobus ___________________________________ Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. All statements by the hosts or guests are their own and should be considered opinion. They do not reflect the views of any associated organizations unless stated otherwise. This podcast content is not intended as professional advice. Listener discretion is advised.

    40 min

  7. FEB 17

    234 - The Where Stage EDM Lineup with Imani

    Bonnaroo's Where Stage lineup dropped this last week, and we brought in an expert to walk us through who will be playing the UFO Stage!  TOTEM Scholar Alumni Imani drops in to give us the info on each artist that will be playing that stage, plus Sharla and Daniel talk about Bonnaroo's marketing, some weekly picks, and much more. Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals through music communities. Donate below, or support TOTEM monthly by becoming a Patreon of the show.  💜 TOTEM Foundation: https://www.totemfnd.org 💜 Donate: https://givebutter.com/RaiseTheTOTEM 💜 Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roobus  ___________________________________ Listening Links:  ✅ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0jwcWenpD75xZTsDlw2Ztj  ✅ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/story-time-at-the-roo-bus/id1480168398 ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealroobus  ___________________________________ Social Links: #️⃣ Discord - https://discord.com/invite/EukS3pM99K  #️⃣ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/therealroobus #️⃣ X Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@therealroobus #️⃣ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealroobus ___________________________________ Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. All statements by the hosts or guests are their own and should be considered opinion. They do not reflect the views of any associated organizations unless stated otherwise. This podcast content is not intended as professional advice. Listener discretion is advised.

    1h 2m

  8. FEB 10

    233 - The Superb Owl Party with Brooklin

    Brooklin is SO BACK! She's visiting us for the Super Bowl party, and we're talking all things Bad Bunny halftime show, aka the Benito Bowl!   Brooklin shares all things music, travel, and festival life. She tells us what show she is most excited to see at Bonnaroo 2026, talks about her recent travel adventures, and we discuss all things about CLAPPING DEM CHEEKS.  Brooklin and Dan also debate the age-old festival question: do you get in the pit or hang back and chill? From Super Bowl reactions to Bonnaroo hype and travel stories, this episode is full of laughs, opinions, and festival energy. Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals through music communities. Donate below, or support TOTEM monthly by becoming a Patreon of the show.  💜 TOTEM Foundation: https://www.totemfnd.org 💜 Donate: https://givebutter.com/RaiseTheTOTEM 💜 Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roobus  ___________________________________ Listening Links:  ✅ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0jwcWenpD75xZTsDlw2Ztj  ✅ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/story-time-at-the-roo-bus/id1480168398 ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealroobus  ___________________________________ Social Links: #️⃣ Discord - https://discord.com/invite/EukS3pM99K  #️⃣ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/therealroobus #️⃣ X Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/therealroobus #️⃣ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@therealroobus #️⃣ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealroobus ___________________________________ Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. All statements by the hosts or guests are their own and should be considered opinion. They do not reflect the views of any associated organizations unless stated otherwise. This podcast content is not intended as professional advice. Listener discretion is advised.

    41 min
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Story Time at the Roo Bus Podcast: Behind the Scenes of Music Festivals | Supporting the TOTEM Foundation Welcome to Story Time at the Roo Bus, a weekly podcast dedicated to the vibrant music festival community. Join us as we dive deep into everything from Bonnaroo to other iconic music festivals, featuring exclusive interviews and in-depth conversations with the people who bring Earth's greatest parties to life. We share inspiring festival stories, behind-the-scenes insights, and the latest music festival news that has us buzzing. Our podcast proudly supports the TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to helping underserved individuals find career and community opportunities within the music festival industry. Tune in every week for engaging stories, insider access, and a closer look at the world of music festivals!

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  • Creator
    The Real Roo Bus
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    268
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Story Time at the Roo Bus
  • Show Website
    Story Time at the Roo Bus

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