The Slanted Attic Experience

Slanted Attic Productions

Tyler hosts a variety of guests with interviews on sports  &  strategy; construction  &  design; sustainability  &  society; finance  &  policy; and technology  &  ethics. With dozens of episodes, we blend careful research with a dash of attic‑level humor (ceiling jokes included). Tune in for insights that inform and inspire. Pull up a chair, let’s get slanted!

  1. 19h ago

    EP - 68 "Sports Room 10" The NFL Returns!

    The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 68 "Sports Room 10" The NFL Returns! The Sports Room is back for its tenth installment and Tyler, Liam, and Graham are bringing the full fall sports calendar with them. LeBron's next move, NFL early season chaos, fantasy football strategy, EPL transfers, and an MLB playoff picture heating up fast. This one has everything a sports fan needs heading into the best stretch of the year. They open with whether LeBron is ring chasing before turning to Philadelphia's roster construction and what it means to play in one of the toughest sports cities in the country. MLB takes center stage with the Dodgers versus Phillies playoff picture, the 2027 lockout threat, and the 2026 payroll rankings before Graham brings the EPL in with the new season kickoff, notable transfers, and early winners. The NFL block takes over from there and it does not let up. Early season storylines, injuries, and a full fantasy football breakdown covering strategy, top ranked players from three sources, late round targets, and who the room is riding with this season. The Eagles get their moment, Pittsburgh's backup quarterback situation gets the scrutiny it deserves, divisional winner picks spark real debate, and the CFB preseason AP top 25 closes things out with college football officially back on the radar. Guest Panel: Graham: Born in North Carolina and raised on Duke basketball in the heart of Tobacco Road, Graham became a devoted Hokie after attending Virginia Tech. His true passion right now lives in the English Premier League where he proudly supports Brighton and Hove Albion. Liam: Born and raised in Philadelphia, Liam is a die hard Eagles, Phillies, and WVU fan who has lived through championship highs and gut punch lows. He fell in love with lacrosse in high school and now follows the rise of the PLL as closely as anything else on the sports calendar. Topics Covered: Intro Is LeBron ring chasing or is it a smart move? Filling out the bench behind the key five in Philadelphia Philly as a tough sports city What it means to be a sports fan and different fan bases MLB and the upcoming playoffs Can the Phillies make a run or do the Dodgers have it locked up? The 2027 MLB lockout threat Current 2026 MLB payroll rankings The start of the English Premier League season EPL transfer window and notable moves Early EPL winners NFL early season storylines and injuries Fantasy football strategy Top ranked fantasy players for 2026 from three sources Who the room likes for this season Fantasy football late round targets NFL season storylines The Eagles outlook Pittsburgh and their backup quarterback situation Yearly divisional winner picks CFB preseason AP top 25 Outro New episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

  2. Aug 10

    EP - 67 "Gray & Sammy" Rocky Top, Rabbit Holes & Richmond Perspectives

    The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 67 "Gray & Sammy" Rocky Top, Rabbit Holes & Richmond Perspectives Tyler sits down with Gray and Sammy for one of the most unpredictable episodes the attic has produced. A finance guy who will not elaborate on what he does, a die hard Tennessee Volunteer, and a Richmond native with a gift for conversation somehow cover everything from NFL drama to the inventor of the pool noodle in a single sitting. They open with the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini drama before moving through the AJ Brown trade, Titans history, general NFL talk, and whether Mike Tomlin would survive coaching any other franchise. World markets, supply chain management, the Francis Scott Key bridge collapse, and a deep dive into why the ocean simply does not get the respect it deserves round out a first half that covers more ground than most episodes manage in their entirety. From there the conversation moves through college sports and NIL, James Franklin at Virginia Tech, Hendon Hooker's impact at Tennessee, and the Titans draft class before shifting into iPhone upgrades, first cell phones, and the Squatty Potty. A Masters bet win that paid off, an outsider's genuine perspective on what it is like to live in Richmond, the Amish communities of Pennsylvania, and just how dramatically life has changed from childhood to now add real depth to the closing stretch. A Las Vegas gambling trip closes things out with final thoughts and a look ahead to next time wrap everything up before the outro. Guest Panel: Gray: A Nashville native now living in Richmond, Gray works in finance, involves spreadsheets, and will not be elaborating further. A die hard Tennessee Volunteer whose blood pressure his doctor describes as concerning but seasonal, Gray has heard Rocky Top roughly 400,000 times and would gladly hear it 400,000 more. Every fall he declares it the year. Every November he is wrong. He remains undeterred. Sammy: A Richmond native and Virginia Tech alum who attended Freeman High School and stayed loyal to the city he calls home through every twist the last several years have thrown at him. Sammy values his people above everything else and given the chance will talk your ear off, not because he enjoys the sound of his own voice, but because he genuinely loves connecting with the people around him. Topics Covered: Intro Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini drama The AJ Brown trade and Titans history NFL general talk Would Mike Tomlin get fired coaching any other team? More NFL talk including the draft and the Commanders The Rodgers and McCarthy reunion Fernando Mendoza and Kirk Cousins Were the 90s the best era to grow up watching sports? World markets and supply chain management The Francis Scott Key bridge collapse Why is the ocean not feared enough and back to conspiracies The inventor of the pool noodle College sports and the NIL impact James Franklin at Virginia Tech Hendon Hooker's move and impact at Tennessee The Titans draft class and a story from Gray iPhone upgrades and first cell phones The Squatty Potty Critical mineral production and China's technological lead Is the Slanted Attic at risk of being cancelled? Rage bait and modern media cycles A Masters bet win An outsider's perspective on living in Richmond Pennsylvania and the Amish How much has changed from childhood until now Visiting Las Vegas and gambling Outro and thoughts for next time New episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

  3. Jul 27

    EP - 66 "Sports Room 09" World Cup, Winning Streaks & Way Too Early NFL Takes

    The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 66 "Sports Room 09" World Cup, Winning Streaks & Way Too Early NFL Takes The Sports Room is back for its 9th installment and this one comes with a new face in the room. Tyler, Liam, and Graham welcome Jack to the attic for the first time and the sports calendar delivers everything they need for one of the most wide ranging episodes of the series. They open with Jack's introduction before diving into recent NHL news and the Stanley Cup Final. The World Cup takes center stage with crazy moments from before the semi finals, how the ball changes for each tournament, Liam's firsthand experience watching France versus Iraq at Lincoln Financial Field, ticket scalping, and what the final picture could look like heading into the quarterfinals. MLB gets its moment with the All Star Game, whether any modern pitcher can reach 300 wins, the Nationals and their pitching rotation, the new manager, the Phillies so far this season, fan voting, and a room that is unanimous in its feelings about the Mets. The salary cap debate, a potential salary floor, before the Jaylen Brown trade pivots things toward the NFL. Early season expectations start with the Jets before moving through teams poised to take a step up or a step back. Mike Tomlin's drama, the Steelers outlook, top teams in each conference, young QB development, and way too early fantasy football top five picks close things out. Guest Panel: Graham: Born in North Carolina and raised on Duke basketball in the heart of Tobacco Road, Graham became a devoted Hokie after attending Virginia Tech. While he keeps a close eye on American sports his true passion right now lives in the English Premier League where he proudly supports Brighton and Hove Albion week in and week out. Liam: Born and raised in Philadelphia, Liam is a die hard Eagles, Phillies, and WVU fan who has lived through championship highs and gut punch lows with equal passion. He fell in love with lacrosse in high school and now follows the rise of the PLL as closely as anything else on the sports calendar. Jack: Making his first appearance in the Sports Room, Jack is a die hard New York Jets and Washington Nationals fan who brings genuine sports knowledge and a fresh perspective to a room that does not have a low bar. A Jets fan's optimism and a Nationals fan's patience make for a compelling combination and he holds his own from the very first minute. Topics Covered: Intro and Jack's first appearance Recent NHL news and the Stanley Cup Final Recent World Cup moments before the semi finals How the ball changes for each World Cup World Cup 2026 watching and thoughts before the quarterfinals What could the final look like? Liam at Lincoln Financial Field watching France vs. Iraq Ticket scalping and the cost of attending World Cup games MLB and the All Star Game Will any modern pitcher reach 300 wins? The Nationals and their pitching rotation The new Nats manager and the Phillies so far this season MLB All Star Game lookahead and fan voting Post All Star Break outlook The unanimous dislike of the New York Mets MLB salary cap, potential salary floor, and a possible lockout The Jaylen Brown trade NFL season expectations Starting with the Jets and teams taking a step up or step down Mike Tomlin drama and the Steelers outlook Top teams in each conference Young quarterback progression in the league Way too early dynasty fantasy football top five picks Outro New episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

  4. Jul 13

    EP - 65 "William" Waves, Wizards & Settling Catan

    The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 65 "William" Waves, Wizards & Settling Catan Tyler sits down with William, a Virginia Beach local, lifelong surfer, surfboard shaper, and father of two, for a conversation that moves through creativity, family life, career, and culture with the kind of easy flow you would expect from someone who has spent a lifetime reading waves. They open with William's surfing journey and the craft of shaping surfboards before getting into sizing, design, and what goes into building a board from scratch. The conversation turns to prioritizing hobbies in a busy life, finding things you can do in short spurts, and navigating office politics or the deliberate choice to avoid them altogether. Financial independence, staying active, mobility, stretching, volleyball, and backyard sports all find their way in before Tyler shares his Tommy John surgery story and what rehab looks like when you are not a twenty year old athlete anymore. A social media detour and a well timed pee break lead into the book block. Project Hail Mary gets its moment alongside the Eragon series and its magic system, and Harry Potter sparks a full ranking debate before digital versus physical media and the growing footprint of data centers add some real weight to the conversation. Career pathways, the rising cost of childcare, coaching youth sports, name brand tools, and what you would actually want to build with them keep things moving before the Washington Commanders, the VMI Keydets and NIL money, and the hypothetical of which sport you would compete in professionally if given the chance round out the serious topics. Tabletop gaming and a full Catan conversation close things out before the outro. Guest Panel: William: A Virginia Beach native, husband, and father of two young men who has built a life around the things that genuinely matter. A lifelong surfer and surfboard shaper for over a decade, William also edits surf films and picks up a guitar whenever the opportunity presents itself. An optimist at his core, William finds joy in every chapter of life and brings that energy naturally into every conversation. Topics Covered: Intro William's surfing journey and the craft of shaping surfboards Sizing and shaping of boards Prioritizing hobbies and finding things you can do in short spurts Office politics and the choice to avoid them Financial independence Staying active and prioritizing exercise Mobility and stretching Volleyball and backyard sports Tyler's Tommy John surgery and rehabbing injuries as an adult Social media Texting and a pee break Project Hail Mary the book and the upcoming film The Eragon book series and its magic system Harry Potter Harry Potter book rankings Digital versus physical media Data centers Finding a career pathway The rising cost of childcare Coaching youth sports and our favorites and least favorites Name brand tools and building things The Washington Commanders The VMI Keydets and NIL money What sport would you want to compete in professionally? Tabletop gaming and Catan Outro New episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST, with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

  5. Jun 29

    EP - 64 "Rob" Back in the Backcountry: Bulls, Bears & Boulder Creek

    The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 64 "Rob" Back in the Backcountry: Bulls, Bears & Boulder Creek Rob is back in the attic and if you thought his first appearance was something, this one goes even deeper into the wilderness. Robert Taylor III returns with a full season recap from the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness that includes emotional moments, incredible animal encounters, and the kind of stories that remind you why a life spent outdoors is worth every sacrifice. They open with what Rob has been up to since the last conversation before diving into the grading systems used to evaluate trophy animals and how that system was applied to the bull they shot this past fall. Boulder Creek Outfitters gets an update before the conversation turns to how weather and snow change hunting tactics entirely. The elk season breakdown begins with the second week of bow hunting and Rob's Christmas present before arriving at one of the most powerful stories the attic has ever hosted. A father and son hunt during the final days of archery season becomes something far more meaningful than a harvest, and the emotional weight of that experience is handled with the depth it deserves. Rifle season stories, whitetail hunting, adapting tactics by region, and what it genuinely feels like to hunt for leisure when it is your career round things out before a full year recap and a look ahead close things out. At the time of release Rob will have just wrapped bear season. Guest Panel: Rob: Also known as Robert Taylor III, Rob is a backcountry hunting guide for Boulder Creek Outfitters, Idaho's longest continuously running outfitter and one of the most active in the lower 48. Born and raised in Palmyra, Pennsylvania, Rob traded the East Coast for the mountains of Idaho in 2022 and has not looked back since. From elk and mule deer to whitetails, bear, and turkey, Rob spends his seasons sleeping under wall tents, riding horseback out of camp, and guiding hunters through some of the most remote and breathtaking terrain in the country. Topics Covered: Intro Recap of what Rob has been up to since the last conversation The grading scale and systems used to evaluate trophy animals The bull they shot this past fall and how the rating system was applied What is new with Boulder Creek Outfitters How weather and snow affect hunting tactics and animal habitats Last year's elk season recap The second week of bow hunting story Rob's Christmas present Documentary filming The third week of season: a father and son story during the final days of archery season The emotional event and the deeper meaning behind the experience How to transport an animal that size back to camp Rifle season stories The end of rifle season and whitetail hunting Hunting familiar regions with more experience How quickly hunting patterns and tactics have to change by region What it feels like to hunt for leisure when it is your job Full year recap and what to look forward to next Close out and outro Follow Rob's journey on Instagram at @robtaylor.guide and explore everything Boulder Creek Outfitters has to offer at bouldercreekoutfitters.com. New episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST, with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

  6. Jun 15

    EP - 63 "D-Mills & Ben 02" Dunks, Drama & Dancing in March

    The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 63 "D-Mills & Ben 02" Dunks, Drama & Dancing in March Tyler brings D-Mills and Ben back into the attic for a basketball heavy roundtable that blends live March Madness reactions, coaching carousel drama, personal court stories, and enough hoops knowledge to keep any fan locked in from start to finish. They open with the latest college sports news and coaching hires before getting into the Will Wade story, the UNC men's basketball head coaching vacancy, and other notable openings across NCAA basketball. The Tournament takes center stage with the guys two rounds deep at time of filming, breaking down roster spots, realistic odds of players making the league, and a full Hokies men's basketball breakdown. Chandler Morris and his seventh year of eligibility gets its moment, D-Mills shouts out the Lady Wahoos, and the group debates whether an NBA or NCAA championship is actually harder to win before a live look at Purdue versus Texas brings the energy back up. From there it gets personal. High school basketball memories, dunking stories, Ben's middle school coaching experience including the actual offenses and defenses his teams run, pickup basketball at War Memorial Gym at Virginia Tech, and one genuinely wild high school basketball story that has to be heard to be believed. Fun trivia breaks things up along the way before tournament winners, wild college player names, what the bracket picture looks like heading into the later rounds, final thoughts on the Hokies and where this season lands in the bigger picture, and one last live look at the games close things out in style before the outro. Guest Panel: D-Mills: A Richmond native whose life runs on live music, sports analytics, and the occasional miracle shot on the golf course. Whether breaking down tournament brackets or chasing the next great story, D-Mills brings curiosity, humor, and genuine passion to every conversation. Ben: Raised in Blacksburg and a Virginia Tech lifer who spent his formative years storming the field and collecting game worn gear now living in a box called the Stench of Discovery. A nine year special education teacher, Teacher of the Year honoree, and longtime basketball and tennis coach whose students compete in Special Olympics sports yearly, Ben bleeds Hokie orange and brings real coaching knowledge to every basketball conversation. Topics Covered: Intro College sports news and coaching hires since the last episode The Will Wade story The UNC men's basketball head coaching vacancy Other notable coaching vacancies in NCAA men's basketball NCAA Tournament talk: two rounds deep at time of filming NCAA basketball roster spots and realistic odds of making the league Back to tournament talk Hokies men's basketball breakdown Chandler Morris and his seventh year of eligibility D-Mills shouts out the Lady Wahoos basketball team Is an NBA or NCAA championship harder to win? Baseball's long season and being a true die hard fan Live look in at Purdue vs. Texas from March Madness Fun trivia Back to a quick live look at the games High school basketball experiences and dunking stories Ben's middle school basketball coaching experience and the offenses and defenses they run Pickup basketball at War Memorial Gym at Virginia Tech A wild high school basketball story NCAA Tournament winners and wild college player names Final live look at the games and commentary before heading out Outro New episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST, with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at slantedattic.com.

  7. Jun 1

    EP - 62 "Sports Room 08" Picks, Pucks & the Price of a Ticket

    The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 62 "Sports Room 08" Picks, Pucks & the Price of a Ticket The Sports Room is back for its eighth installment and Tyler, Liam, and Graham are bringing the full sports calendar with them. From the NFL Draft to playoff hockey, the NBA, Champions League, the Kentucky Derby, and a World Cup preview, this one covers more ground than any episode before it. They open with youth sports culture before diving into the NFL Draft with Pittsburgh and Eagles focused takes across the full board. The AJ Brown trade drama, the Hendrickson and Crosby situations, Rico Dowdle's contract, NFC South contenders, and McVay's baffling decision not to watch tape on his own first round pick all get their moment before playoff hockey takes over with the Pittsburgh and Philadelphia series and the debate over which sport delivers the best postseason experience. The cost of attending live sports and whether everyday fans are being priced out of the stadium rounds out a first half that does not slow down. The NBA Playoffs open with the Boston and Philadelphia series, early Finals predictions, and betting odds before Graham brings the Champions League recap, an early World Cup look, group stage contenders, and the sticker shock of 2026 ticket pricing into the room. Virginia Tech's Spring Game drama, the LIV versus PGA battle, a Masters bet win, and the Kentucky Derby close things out before the wrap up and outro. Guest Panel: Graham: Born in North Carolina and raised on Duke basketball in the heart of Tobacco Road, Graham became a devoted Hokie after attending Virginia Tech. While he keeps a close eye on American sports, his true passion right now lives in the English Premier League where he proudly supports Brighton and Hove Albion week in and week out. Liam: Born and raised in Philadelphia, Liam is a die hard Eagles, Phillies, and WVU fan who has lived through championship highs and gut punch lows with equal passion. He fell in love with lacrosse in high school and now follows the rise of the PLL as closely as anything else on the sports calendar. Topics Covered: Intro Youth sports culture Eagles draft pick from the international players pathway program NFL Draft: Pittsburgh and Eagles focused takes and overall board AJ Brown trade drama and the Hendrickson and Crosby situations Carolina Panthers draft choices and Arizona's first round pick Rico Dowdle: is he underpaid? NFC South contenders McVay not watching tape on his own first round pick Playoff hockey Pittsburgh vs. Philadelphia series Which sport has the most entertaining playoff games? The cost of attending live sports and pricing out everyday fans NBA Playoffs: Boston vs. Philadelphia series Early Finals predictions and betting odds Masters bet win Champions League recap World Cup early look Teams that could reach the top 16 World Cup 2026 ticket pricing Virginia Tech Spring Game drama LIV vs. PGA drama The Kentucky Derby Wrap up and outro New episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST, with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at slantedattic.com.

  8. May 18

    EP - 61 "Courtney" Billionaires, Botox & Big Legal Energy

    The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 61 "Courtney" Billionaires, Botox & Big Legal Energy Courtney is back in the attic and this one goes to some genuinely unexpected places. A civil rights attorney, Harvard Law grad, die hard Eagles fan, and proud owner of a cat named Charlotte Binky Pee Pee Paws, Courtney brings a perspective that is impossible to replicate and a conversation that is equally hard to stop listening to. They open with the Eagles, Boston's Masshole culture, and what separates truly elite athletes before getting into the monetization of children's sports, NIL, and ad revenue in college athletics. From there it becomes a full hypothetical sprint. How fast could you spend six million dollars, is teleportation actually the best superpower, and are all billionaires ugly? Plastic surgery, anti aging trends, social credit scores, and data collection round out a first half that somehow keeps getting more interesting. The second half gets more serious without losing any of its edge. Local community, social media's impact, and Courtney's reading year in review lead into AI's growing role in law, the resource demands of data centers, and how chatbots are quietly eroding critical thinking skills. Billionaires being completely disconnected from everyday society closes out the heavy stuff before a recent snowstorm, reading outlooks, and a proper outro bring things home. Guest Panel: Courtney: A civil rights attorney focused on LGBTQ+ rights and a Harvard Law grad who was tragically forced to leave Philadelphia for Boston, where she lives with her partner Nick and their perfect demon cat Charlotte Binky Pee Pee Paws. A die hard Eagles fan through every high and gut wrenching low, Courtney spends her free time playing ultimate frisbee, reading fantasy, sci fi, and romance, and petting every cat within reach. Sharp, funny, and refreshingly honest, she makes every conversation better just by being in it. Topics Covered: Intro The Eagles Boston and the Masshole term Tom Brady and what makes truly successful athletes The monetization of children's sports Ad revenue, NIL, and college athletics How fast could you spend six million dollars? The realities of being a homeowner Is teleportation the best superpower? Are all billionaires ugly? Plastic surgery and the anti aging societal trend Social credit scores and data collection The climate of local community today The impact of social media Courtney's reading year in review Artificial intelligence in the legal field The impact of data centers on the grid and resource use AI chatbots and the loss of critical thinking skills Billionaires and tech moguls being removed from general society The recent snow Reading outlooks and final outro New episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST, with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at slantedattic.com

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Tyler hosts a variety of guests with interviews on sports  &  strategy; construction  &  design; sustainability  &  society; finance  &  policy; and technology  &  ethics. With dozens of episodes, we blend careful research with a dash of attic‑level humor (ceiling jokes included). Tune in for insights that inform and inspire. Pull up a chair, let’s get slanted!

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  • Creator
    Slanted Attic Productions
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    68
  • Rating
    Explicit
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