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. 4d ago

    254 - Bonnaroo Sports with J-Bone and Paw Paw

    Daniel and Sharla are away this week after taking Lacey to STS-9, so we've got something special for Bonnaroo fans! This episode hands Roo Bus microphone over to JB and Josh for the pilot episode of an all-new Bonnaroo sports podcast. From sports talk to festival culture, they're testing out a fresh concept that blends two passions into one fun conversation. If you're a Bonnaroo fan, sports fan, or both, let us know what you think of the pilot in the comments. If you enjoy it, more episodes may be on the way soon! 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.

  2. Jul 15

    253 - Prepping for Burning Man 2026

    Burning Man is only two months away, and Daniel and Sharla are getting ready to head back to Black Rock City!  We've been hearing from a lot of Bonnaroovians who are curious about making the trip, so we're kicking off a series of episodes to help you prepare. If you've ever wondered how Burning Man compares to Bonnaroo, how to make the transition from The Farm to the Playa, we've got you covered. If you're thinking about attending Burning Man, these episodes will help you decide if it's the right adventure for you. 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.

  3. Jul 8

    252 - Our Bonnaroo 2026 Recap Part 2: Justin's Adventures + The Confession Box

    In Part 2 of the Roo Bus Bonnaroo recap, Sharla and Daniel return a few weeks after the festival to reflect on their 2026 Bonnaroo experience and how their perspectives have changed since returning home.  The episode also features a conversation with Justin, recorded on the Farm during Bonnaroo. In a fun bonus, Sharla and Daniel open the Roo Bus Confession Box, sharing anonymous stories and confessions ranging from heartfelt to completely outrageous.  If you attended Bonnaroo 2026, be sure let us know your thoughts - we may share these on an upcoming episode! 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.

  4. Jun 24

    251 - Our Bonnaroo 2026 Recap

    It might not have been the Bonnaroo we wanted, but 2026 gave us the Bonnaroo we needed.  Both the backstage crew and the community came together to defeat the "final boss" of the rain, mud, and even power outages, and it became one of the most memorable Bonnaroo's ever because of it.  Sharla and Daniel dive into what worked, what didn't, and some of our favorite sets of the weekend. 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.

  5. Jun 17

    250 - Live from the How Stage at Bonnaroo

    We're live from Centeroo for this episode!  Thanks to the Bonnaroo Works Fund and Planet Roo for hosting us on stage on the Friday of Bonnaroo to talk all things TOTEM and the next generation of Roo.  We're joined by our buddy Drew Morgan, Jax, Anthony and Griff from TOTEM, as well as our special guests The Crumbsnatchers! 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.

  6. Jun 9

    249 - Bonnaroo 2026 Final Guide: Weather, Camping Tips & Last-Minute Updates

    It's finally here! If you're listening to this, you're probably already on your way to Bonnaroo 2026 and The Farm. This is our final podcast before the festival, and we're covering everything you need to know before you arrive. Brooklin stops by to finish packing the Roo Bus, and, as expected, chaos ensues. We take you on a full tour of the packed bus, break down the latest Bonnaroo 2026 weather forecast, review the food vendor lineup, share last-minute camping and festival tips, and go over all the final details before the gates open. Whether you're a first-time Bonnaroovian or a Bonnaroo veteran, this episode is your last-minute guide to one of the best weekends of the year. Safe travels, have an incredible Bonnaroo, and we'll see you on The Farm! 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.

  7. Jun 2

    248 - Common John's Roo Beer and Roo Weather with Brooklin and Emily

    We've got two awesome guests on this week!  Brooklin was up in Manchester this last weekend to visit Common John and get us a sneak peak of this year's Reddaroo beer collab, and we have TV meteorologist and Loophole to Reality camper Emily on to tell us about the science behind all of the festival weather that's currently driving us all crazy. 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.

  8. May 27

    247 - Drew Morgan's Wook Court at Bonnaroo Plus Snake & Jakes in New Orleans

    We're down in NOLA this week for our 20th anniversary! But while we were there, we had to stop by the legendary Snake & Jake’s Christmas Club Lounge, an iconic Bonnaroo location that longtime Roo vets will definitely recognize. 👀 Also: exciting news! Comedy is back on the farm this year in the form of Wook Court! We're talking with Comedian Drew Morgan about his WOOK COURT event happening Saturday in Plaza 5. Sign up for Wook Court at: http://tinyurl.com/wookcourt 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.

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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
    282
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Story Time at the Roo Bus
  • Show Website
    Story Time at the Roo Bus

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