Stick Lounge Podcast

Joe and Hampton

Joe and Hampton dive deep into local business owners, groups, events, and whatever else we decide too!

  1. Chaos, Conspiracies & Compact Cars!

    6D AGO

    Chaos, Conspiracies & Compact Cars!

    Send us a text   This week on the Stick Lounge Podcast, Joe and Hampton kick things off with Project Anchor — the wild claim that on August 12th, gravity is supposedly going to shut off… and NASA is in on it. Is it science, satire, or straight-up internet madness? The guys dig in.  Then it’s time for Hot as Fish Grease, where Hamp reveals that someone actually called the police on him for where he’s been parking his VW Beetle. A Beetle. The smallest car on Earth. How could it possibly bother anyone? And more importantly… how does a 6'9" man even fit in one? The saga continues as they break down their recent meeting with the city and how that conversation went.  Finally, buckle up for Paranormal Corner, where Joe drags Hamp into the deep end of the weird pool — from string theory to the Large Hadron Collider to the Mandela Effect. Reality gets flexible, memories get questionable, and Hamp’s brain gets a workout.  A little science, a little chaos, a little paranormal — classic Stick Lounge.  Hang on for this one.   Also make sure to check out Stick Lounge on all of our platforms!  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571618356907  https://www.instagram.com/stick_lounge/  https://www.tiktok.com/@stick.lounge.podc?lang=en  https://www.youtube.com/@Stick_Lounge_Podcast  https://open.spotify.com/show/5zUUm9kVmFZ4dZo9WcMoMb  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-stick-lounge-podcast-259384024/  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stick-lounge-podcast/id1816078073  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/457f627a-c8c8-4f4b-85b0-0b3af62d9c1f/stick-lounge-podcast  #SmallBusiness #Local #DesMoinesWA #Podcast #StickLounge #Restaruant #Bar #EventSpace #Interview #Comedy #NonProfit #CreoleSoul #DatSoulTruck #videogames #waterlandarcade #arcade #waterlandcity #localpolitics #ufo #uap #mauryisland #sneakerball #crooner #franksinatra #barista #coffee #coffeeroaster #pride #waterlandpride #desmoinespride #therapy #mental health #beutypageant #dance #endometriosis #localmusic #realestate #winetasting #destinationdesmoines #johnlscott #jimmyhendrix #rockandroll #randyhansen #ghost #alien #gray #stonehousewednesday #eternalmotionpictures #indifilm #shortfilms #scifi #parasense #ghosts #haunted #knifesharpening #AFHSalon #AnnieFisher #Beauty #CityManager #bigfoot #sasquatch #sierrasounds #Nazcalines #Tridactylmummies #CERN #MandelaEfeect #ProjectAnchor #StringTheory

    1h 17m
  2. The Stick Lounge Podcast x Positive Awakenings — Episode 1

    JAN 30

    The Stick Lounge Podcast x Positive Awakenings — Episode 1

    Send us a text   This week, Joe sits down with Dekel, the founder of Positive Awakenings, for a powerful and eye‑opening conversation about mental health, healing, and what it really means to ask for help. Together, they unpack one of the biggest questions people struggle with: When is therapy the right choice?  From breaking the stigma around seeking support to challenging the generational beliefs that keep so many people silent, Joe and Dekel dive deep into why therapy is still misunderstood — and why that needs to change. They explore how different cultures view mental health, the barriers people face when trying to get help, and why having someone to talk to is more important today than ever.  This episode marks the launch of The Positive Awakening Series, a monthly collaboration between The Stick Lounge Podcast and Dekel. Each installment will shine a light on mental wellness, personal growth, and the conversations that too often go unheard.  A thoughtful, honest, and much‑needed discussion — and just the beginning of a series built to help people feel seen, supported, and understood.  Make sure you check out Dekel’s Link below.  https://www.positiveawakeningspllc.com/  https://www.instagram.com/growth.positiveawakenings/  Also make sure to check out Stick Lounge on all of our platforms!  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571618356907  https://www.instagram.com/stick_lounge/  https://www.tiktok.com/@stick.lounge.podc?lang=en  https://www.youtube.com/@Stick_Lounge_Podcast  https://open.spotify.com/show/5zUUm9kVmFZ4dZo9WcMoMb  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-stick-lounge-podcast-259384024/  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stick-lounge-podcast/id1816078073  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/457f627a-c8c8-4f4b-85b0-0b3af62d9c1f/stick-lounge-podcast  #SmallBusiness #Local #DesMoinesWA #Podcast #StickLounge #Restaruant #Bar #EventSpace #Interview #Comedy #NonProfit #CreoleSoul #DatSoulTruck #videogames #waterlandarcade #arcade #waterlandcity #localpolitics #ufo #uap #mauryisland #sneakerball #crooner #franksinatra #barista #coffee #coffeeroaster #pride #waterlandpride #desmoinespride #therapy #mental health #beutypageant #dance #endometriosis #localmusic #realestate #winetasting #destinationdesmoines #johnlscott #jimmyhendrix #rockandroll #randyhansen #ghost #alien #gray #stonehousewednesday #eternalmotionpictures #indifilm #shortfilms #scifi #parasense #ghosts #haunted #knifesharpening #AFHSalon #AnnieFisher #Beauty #CityManager #bigfoot #sasquatch #sierrasounds #Nazcalines #Tridactylmummies

    1h 12m
  3. Medical Mix‑Ups & Mummies in Peru

    JAN 25

    Medical Mix‑Ups & Mummies in Peru

    Send us a text   Hamp is back under the knife… but not for the reason you think. A knee replacement somehow turned into nerve damage in his hand, and let’s just say somebody seriously dropped the ball. Hamp is Hot As Fish Grease and ready to talk about it.  Then Joe fires up Paranormal Corner and takes us all the way to Peru, where the Nazca Lines, ancient mysteries, and those newly discovered tridactyl mummies crank the weird meter to max.  A medical mystery, a paranormal deep dive, and plenty of Stick Lounge energy.  Buckle up — this episode gets wild.  Don’t miss this week’s episode!  Also make sure to check out Stick Lounge on all of our platforms!  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571618356907  https://www.instagram.com/stick_lounge/  https://www.tiktok.com/@stick.lounge.podc?lang=en  https://www.youtube.com/@Stick_Lounge_Podcast  https://open.spotify.com/show/5zUUm9kVmFZ4dZo9WcMoMb  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-stick-lounge-podcast-259384024/  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stick-lounge-podcast/id1816078073  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/457f627a-c8c8-4f4b-85b0-0b3af62d9c1f/stick-lounge-podcast  #SmallBusiness #Local #DesMoinesWA #Podcast #StickLounge #Restaruant #Bar #EventSpace #Interview #Comedy #NonProfit #CreoleSoul #DatSoulTruck #videogames #waterlandarcade #arcade #waterlandcity #localpolitics #ufo #uap #mauryisland #sneakerball #crooner #franksinatra #barista #coffee #coffeeroaster #pride #waterlandpride #desmoinespride #therapy #mental health #beutypageant #dance #endometriosis #localmusic #realestate #winetasting #destinationdesmoines #johnlscott #jimmyhendrix #rockandroll #randyhansen #ghost #alien #gray #stonehousewednesday #eternalmotionpictures #indifilm #shortfilms #scifi #parasense #ghosts #haunted #knifesharpening #AFHSalon #AnnieFisher #Beauty #CityManager #bigfoot #sasquatch #sierrasounds #Nazcalines #Tridactylmummies

    1h 6m
  4. Fees, Ferries, and Freaky Forest Audio

    JAN 18

    Fees, Ferries, and Freaky Forest Audio

    Send us a text   00:00 Intro  02:15 Hamps trip to Vashon  07:14 Hamps lost on the ferry  08:50 Hot As Fish Grease!  39:45 Hamps C-Pap  44:41 Paranormal Corner  51:25 Sierra Sounds  Everything’s Got a Price… Even Sasquatch?  Joe and Hamp are fired up this week as they break down why everything seems to come with a fee these days — including that wild new 95% tax on nicotine products. Plus, Hamp somehow manages to get lost on the ferry, and the guys have thoughts.  Then it’s time for Paranormal Corner, where things get real weird real fast. This week they’re diving into Sasquatch and the legendary Sierra Sounds, some of the strangest audio ever recorded in the woods.  A little chaos, a little mystery, and a whole lot of Stick Lounge.  Don’t miss this week’s episode! Also make sure to check out Stick Lounge on all of our platforms!  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571618356907  https://www.instagram.com/stick_lounge/  https://www.tiktok.com/@stick.lounge.podc?lang=en  https://www.youtube.com/@Stick_Lounge_Podcast  https://open.spotify.com/show/5zUUm9kVmFZ4dZo9WcMoMb  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-stick-lounge-podcast-259384024/  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stick-lounge-podcast/id1816078073  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/457f627a-c8c8-4f4b-85b0-0b3af62d9c1f/stick-lounge-podcast  #SmallBusiness #Local #DesMoinesWA #Podcast #StickLounge #Restaruant #Bar #EventSpace #Interview #Comedy #NonProfit #CreoleSoul #DatSoulTruck #videogames #waterlandarcade #arcade #waterlandcity #localpolitics #ufo #uap #mauryisland #sneakerball #crooner #franksinatra #barista #coffee #coffeeroaster #pride #waterlandpride #desmoinespride #therapy #mental health #beutypageant #dance #endometriosis #localmusic #realestate #winetasting #destinationdesmoines #johnlscott #jimmyhendrix #rockandroll #randyhansen #ghost #alien #gray #stonehousewednesday #eternalmotionpictures #indifilm #shortfilms #scifi #parasense #ghosts #haunted #knifesharpening #AFHSalon #AnnieFisher #Beauty #CityManager #bigfoot #sasquatch #sierrasounds

    1h 8m
  5. 2026 Kickoff: Bad Drivers, Big Plans, and UAPs

    JAN 11

    2026 Kickoff: Bad Drivers, Big Plans, and UAPs

    Send us a text   New year, new vibe at The Stick Lounge!  Hamp and Joe are kicking off 2026 with a refreshed format that keeps the interviews you love but adds a whole lot more personality, chaos, and pure fun. This season, they’re mixing in new segments that let them roam wherever their curiosity (or irritation) takes them.  🔥 Hot As Fish Grease — Hamp vents about the everyday nonsense that pushes him to the brink.  👻 Paranormal Corner — Joe dives headfirst into the strange, the unexplained, and the “wait… what?” side of reality.  It’s still The Stick Lounge, just turned up a notch — more laughs, more real talk, more “did they really just say that?”  In this first episode of the year, the guys break down their 2026 plans, debate how to deal with terrible drivers, and wonder why nobody seems to care about the UAP hearings happening in Congress.  Don’t miss the launch of the new and improved Stick Lounge Podcast — it’s going to be a wild year.  Also make sure to check out Stick Lounge on all of our platforms!  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571618356907  https://www.instagram.com/stick_lounge/  https://www.tiktok.com/@stick.lounge.podc?lang=en  https://www.youtube.com/@Stick_Lounge_Podcast  https://open.spotify.com/show/5zUUm9kVmFZ4dZo9WcMoMb  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-stick-lounge-podcast-259384024/  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stick-lounge-podcast/id1816078073  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/457f627a-c8c8-4f4b-85b0-0b3af62d9c1f/stick-lounge-podcast  #SmallBusiness #Local #DesMoinesWA #Podcast #StickLounge #Restaruant #Bar #EventSpace #Interview #Comedy #NonProfit #CreoleSoul #DatSoulTruck #videogames #waterlandarcade #arcade #waterlandcity #localpolitics #ufo #uap #mauryisland #sneakerball #crooner #franksinatra #barista #coffee #coffeeroaster #pride #waterlandpride #desmoinespride #therapy #mental health #beutypageant #dance #endometriosis #localmusic #realestate #winetasting #destinationdesmoines #johnlscott #jimmyhendrix #rockandroll #randyhansen #ghost #alien #gray #stonehousewednesday #eternalmotionpictures #indifilm #shortfilms #scifi #parasense #ghosts #haunted #knifesharpening #AFHSalon #AnnieFisher #Beauty #CityManager

    1h 10m
  6. The Hidden CEO of Your City: Kathrine Caffrey Breaks It Down

    JAN 4

    The Hidden CEO of Your City: Kathrine Caffrey Breaks It Down

    Send us a text   Ever wonder who actually runs your city behind the scenes?  Or how major local decisions get made long before they hit the news?  In this episode of the Stick Lounge Podcast, we sit down with Des Moines City Manager Kathrine Caffrey for a deep dive into the engine room of local government. Kathrine breaks down what a City Manager really does, how she found her way into public service, and why this role is so critical to a city’s success.  We explore upcoming projects shaping Des Moines’ future, the goals she’s driving toward, and the tough balancing act between community wants and financial realities. Kathrine also shares candid insight on whether she recommends this career path to young people interested in leadership or public service.  If you’re passionate about local politics, curious about how your city actually works, or just love hearing from the people making real impact in your community, this is an episode you won’t want to skip.  Check out Kathrine's link below!  https://www.desmoineswa.gov/departments/city_manager  https://www.facebook.com/CityOfDesMoinesWashington  https://www.instagram.com/waterlandcity/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-woerner-caffrey  Also make sure to check out Stick Lounge on all of our platforms!  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571618356907  https://www.instagram.com/stick_lounge/  https://www.tiktok.com/@stick.lounge.podc?lang=en  https://www.youtube.com/@Stick_Lounge_Podcast  https://open.spotify.com/show/5zUUm9kVmFZ4dZo9WcMoMb  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-stick-lounge-podcast-259384024/  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stick-lounge-podcast/id1816078073  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/457f627a-c8c8-4f4b-85b0-0b3af62d9c1f/stick-lounge-podcast  #SmallBusiness #Local #DesMoinesWA #Podcast #StickLounge #Restaruant #Bar #EventSpace #Interview #Comedy #NonProfit #CreoleSoul #DatSoulTruck #videogames #waterlandarcade #arcade #waterlandcity #localpolitics #ufo #uap #mauryisland #sneakerball #crooner #franksinatra #barista #coffee #coffeeroaster #pride #waterlandpride #desmoinespride #therapy #mental health #beutypageant #dance #endometriosis #localmusic #realestate #winetasting #destinationdesmoines #johnlscott #jimmyhendrix #rockandroll #randyhansen #ghost #alien #gray #stonehousewednesday #eternalmotionpictures #indifilm #shortfilms #scifi #parasense #ghosts #haunted #knifesharpening #AFHSalon #AnnieFisher #Beauty #CityManager

    52 min
  7. Leading a Small City! A Conversation with Mayor Traci Buxton

    12/28/2025

    Leading a Small City! A Conversation with Mayor Traci Buxton

    Send us a text   In this episode of the Stick Lounge Podcast, we sit down with Des Moines Mayor Traci Buxton. After six years on the city council and two years as mayor, Traci is finishing her final year in office. We look back at key projects she’s helped lead and explore her hopes for the city’s future.  Traci also shares how she first stepped into public service, what it really takes to thrive in local politics, and why women have historically faced barriers in this space. We dig into the role of women in leadership, the importance of representation, and the work still ahead.  We also talk about supporting local businesses, strengthening community identity, and what it means to grow a small city with intention.  If you’re considering a path in local politics—or simply want a deeper understanding of how your local government works, you won’t want to miss this conversation with Mayor Traci Buxton.  Check out Traci’s links below!  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086230617680  https://www.instagram.com/tracibuxton/?hl=en  https://www.linkedin.com/in/traci-buxton-3b550b283  https://www.desmoineswa.gov/your_government/city_council  Also make sure to check out Stick Lounge on all of our platforms!  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571618356907  https://www.instagram.com/stick_lounge/  https://www.tiktok.com/@stick.lounge.podc?lang=en  https://www.youtube.com/@Stick_Lounge_Podcast  https://open.spotify.com/show/5zUUm9kVmFZ4dZo9WcMoMb  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-stick-lounge-podcast-259384024/  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stick-lounge-podcast/id1816078073  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/457f627a-c8c8-4f4b-85b0-0b3af62d9c1f/stick-lounge-podcast  #SmallBusiness #Local #DesMoinesWA #Podcast #StickLounge #Restaruant #Bar #EventSpace #Interview #Comedy #NonProfit #CreoleSoul #DatSoulTruck #videogames #waterlandarcade #arcade #waterlandcity #localpolitics #ufo #uap #mauryisland #sneakerball #crooner #franksinatra #barista #coffee #coffeeroaster #pride #waterlandpride #desmoinespride #therapy #mental health #beutypageant #dance #endometriosis #localmusic #realestate #winetasting #destinationdesmoines #johnlscott #jimmyhendrix #rockandroll #randyhansen #ghost #alien #gray #stonehousewednesday #eternalmotionpictures #indifilm #shortfilms #scifi #parasense #ghosts #haunted #knifesharpening #AFHSalon #AnnieFisher #Beauty

    1h 13m
  8. “Love Is in the Hair”: The Annie Fisher Story

    12/21/2025

    “Love Is in the Hair”: The Annie Fisher Story

    Send us a text   In this episode of the Stick Lounge Podcast, we sit down with the incredible Annie Fisher — owner of AFH (Annie Fisher Hair Salon). Annie shares how she first fell in love with doing hair, despite being told it wasn’t a “real career” and was simply something to do until she figured out her life’s direction.  She opens up about the challenges she faced, the resilience she built, and the bold decision to move her young family to Seattle, where she eventually opened her own salon. Over the years, Annie has grown AFH into a thriving business and assembled one of the most talented teams of stylists and artists in the state.  Now, she’s added “author” to her list of accomplishments. Her debut book, Love Is in the Hair, dives into her personal journey, the obstacles she overcame, and the principles that shaped her success as an entrepreneur and leader.  Annie Fisher is truly one of the best people we’ve had the privilege to know, and her story is packed with inspiration, honesty, and heart. You won’t want to miss this conversation.  Make sure you check out Annies Links!  https://www.facebook.com/AnnieFisherHair  https://www.instagram.com/annie_fisher_hair/  https://www.afhsalon.com/  Also make sure to check out Stick Lounge on all of our platforms!  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571618356907  https://www.instagram.com/stick_lounge/  https://www.tiktok.com/@stick.lounge.podc?lang=en  https://www.youtube.com/@Stick_Lounge_Podcast  https://open.spotify.com/show/5zUUm9kVmFZ4dZo9WcMoMb  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-stick-lounge-podcast-259384024/  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stick-lounge-podcast/id1816078073  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/457f627a-c8c8-4f4b-85b0-0b3af62d9c1f/stick-lounge-podcast  #SmallBusiness #Local #DesMoinesWA #Podcast #StickLounge #Restaruant #Bar #EventSpace #Interview #Comedy #NonProfit #CreoleSoul #DatSoulTruck #videogames #waterlandarcade #arcade #waterlandcity #localpolitics #ufo #uap #mauryisland #sneakerball #crooner #franksinatra #barista #coffee #coffeeroaster #pride #waterlandpride #desmoinespride #therapy #mental health #beutypageant #dance #endometriosis #localmusic #realestate #winetasting #destinationdesmoines #johnlscott #jimmyhendrix #rockandroll #randyhansen #ghost #alien #gray #stonehousewednesday #eternalmotionpictures #indifilm #shortfilms #scifi #parasense #ghosts #haunted #knifesharpening #AFHSalon #AnnieFisher #Beauty

    1h 48m
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Joe and Hampton dive deep into local business owners, groups, events, and whatever else we decide too!

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  • Creator
    Joe and Hampton
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Stick Lounge Podcast
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