Remain Roam Return

Remain, Roam, Return
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Hey all you Wander-lusters and Hometown Heroes! Welcome to "Remain, Roam, Return". The podcast that pits your hometown lifestyle against the allure of far-off frontiers. In this show, host Christian (Nebraska) and Damien (L.A) are going to be discussing personal experiences and asking guests for their input to decide once and or all whether it is better to be the local legend or the one that got away.

  1. 2d ago

    Episode 140 | Catnip Roadtrip

    Summary Damien and Christian trade stories and jokes about Nebraska’s extreme weather, airplane annoyances, theme-park lines, zoo rivalries, and the rules of eating in a car. The debate turns a Costco hot dog into a lively conversation about road-trip efficiency, acceptable car snacks, and the hazards of messy food. Sound Bites "The blanket acts as an insulator." "I always say dry food only." "I just don't think I care."

  2. Oct 23

    Episode #139 | Shane Gillis, Sydney Sweeney and Selling Out

    Summary In this episode, Damien and Christian have recruited Keegan to help explore the influence of social media algorithms on content creation, share their top five lists of Omaha restaurants, L.A tourist attractions and Phoenix hikes. They also discuss the most attractive historical figures and do some blind rankings! As a team of white-male podcasters, we explore the phenomenon of outrage farming, the impact of social media on public perception, and the culture of trending media. We seek to educate the masses on internet culture, algorithmic trends and the influence of Russian bots on online discourse. Sound Bites "Broncos is number one in my heart and belly." "Tom's thumb is the best hike in Phoenix." "Chinatown is awesome."

  3. Oct 21

    Episode #138 | Truck Stop Parafamilia

    In this episode, Damien and Christian explore the quirks of Los Angeles, the realities of living in different areas, and the humorous side of urban legends, car thefts, and local culture. They also touch on the influence of media, the legality of autonomous vehicles, and the peculiarities of American infrastructure.ChaptersIntroduction to LA myths and filming locationsCost of housing and real estate in LAMedia influence on perceptions of Los AngelesAutonomous vehicles and legal landscape in CaliforniaWeather, flooding, and infrastructure challengesHumorous takes on local culture and urban legendsThe influence of media and social media on perceptionThe reality of living in different LA neighborhoodsThe impact of weather on daily life and infrastructureHumor, urban legends, and local culture insightsClosing thoughts and reflections on LA lifeMake sure to drop us a follow so you never miss out on new, unfiltered episodes every single Friday! https://linktr.ee/remainroamreturnpodcast#remainroamreturn #podcast #remainroamreturnpodcast #travel #comedy #podcasting #comedypodcast #housingmarket #flooding #losangeles #nebraska

  4. Oct 9

    Episode #137 | We Got Banned From Reddit

    In this episode: Damien and Christian open with the story of how a simple podcast recommendation turned into a permanent Reddit ban. From there, they swap road-trip stories—Lake Tahoe, bizarre Central California gas stations, a whirlwind Deadwood wedding run, Wall Drug, rest stops, and the very Midwestern question of whether it’s ever worth flying instead of driving. They close by pitching an Omaha-to-LA road-trip vlog and a contest to see who’s the better driver.

  5. Oct 2

    Episode #136 | U-Haul, Me-Haul, We-Haul Nation

    Summary Damien and Christian share stories about yearly relocation, U-Haul adventures, and other unique cultural traits of Nebraskans. Christian has also been doing secret Networking on Damien's behalf. A meeting with the Illuminati is now loading. Key Topics U-Haul mishaps and tips The culture of Nebraskans and local pride Practical moving advice and stories Networking and community building in Hollywood Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Moving Mishaps and Nebraska Culture 01:58 Damien and Christian Announce Their Marriage and Share Personal Updates 04:01 The Nebraska Alumni Organization and Hollywood Saloon 06:59 Networking Events and the Power of Nebraska Connections 09:59 The Unique Culture of Nebraskans and Local Pride 13:07 The Nebraska Hollywood Saloon and Industry Networking 16:01 Moving in U-Hauls: Tips, Tricks, and Disaster Stories 20:00 U-Haul Mishaps: Damage, Insurance, and Funny Incidents 24:01 Living in a U-Haul: Feasibility and Practicality 28:03 The Challenges of Moving and Living Light 32:03 Towing, Towing Companies, and Hidden Costs 35:56 The Cost of Moving and the Reality of U-Haul Rentals 40:05 Towing Mishaps and Moving Accidents 42:55 Stories of Car Towing, Theft, and Unexpected Surprises 45:04 Humor and Lessons from Moving and Life Experiences Make sure to drop us a follow so you never miss out on new, unfiltered episodes every single Friday! #remainroamreturn #podcast #remainroamreturnpodcast #travel #comedy #uhaul #relocation #nebraska #culture #hollywood #midwest #networking

  6. Sep 25

    Episode #135 | Passenger Planes: The New Uber Eats

    Summary Damien is fed up with greedy airline practices. Christian wonders if Damien would take a ride in fart bus. Key Topics Riding on the fart bus Personal travel experiences and tips Airline tactics to maximize profits at passenger expense Impact on traveler experience Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Airline Industry Secrets 01:58 The Reality of Public Transportation and Personal Travel Experiences 04:04 Industry Tactics to Maximize Airline Profits 05:56 The Impact of Hidden Costs on Travelers 07:58 The Future of Travel and Industry Manipulation 10:00 Personal Stories of Travel and Industry Frustration 11:52 The Role of Government Bailouts and Corporate Profits 14:00 Critique of Airline and Travel Industry Practices 16:03 The Impact of Profit-Driven Industry on Consumer Experience 18:01 Tips for Navigating Modern Travel Challenges 19:59 The Hidden Costs of Airline and Transportation Industry 22:00 Industry Manipulation and Consumer Deception 24:03 The Future of Travel and Industry Trends 25:59 Personal Anecdotes and Industry Insights 27:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

  7. Sep 18

    Episode #134 | METAL or Made Up?

    Summary NEW SEGMENT ALERT!!! "METAL OR MADE UP?" We also spend time zipping around current global events and sharing our perspectives on culture and survival strategies. Key Topics Recent earthquakes and their impact History and evolution of metal music The significance of band logos and names Current global crises and survival prep New Segment game: Metal or Made Up Sound Bites "The Richter scale has no upper limit." "The 1994 Northridge earthquake was a six point seven." "Farts as a form of biological w@rfare." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 02:50 Discussing LA's Heat Wave and AC Troubles 05:30 Earthquake Activity and Tsunami Warnings 08:00 Understanding the Richter Scale and Its Limits 11:54 Global Disasters and Survival Prep 15:29 Metal Music: History, Genres, and Gatekeeping 19:59 Band Logos and the Underground Metal Scene 25:02 Metal or Made Up: Band Name Game 30:00 Cultural Commentary and Goodbye Make sure to drop us a follow so you never miss out on new, unfiltered episodes every single Friday! https://linktr.ee/remainroamreturnpodcast #remainroamreturn #podcast #travel #comedy #comedypodcast #interview #funny #friends #new #game #endtimes #metal #earthquake #snl #shanegillis #elnino

  8. Sep 11

    Episode #133 | The (Grocery) Pickup Artist

    Summary: The pod has been monetized!! In our dreams...two dollars at a time. Christian and Damien kick things off with a grocery store experience that somehow turns into a whole bit about self-checkout, old people conspiracy and the strange social contract of modern checkout lines. From there, the conversation spirals into Damien's dream about the podcast finally being monetized for two dollars, before landing on a breakdown of hateful YouTube comments. It's interesting how engagement, even the annoying kind, can actually be fun to engage with. Chapters: (00:00) Grocery store errand turns into a self-checkout rant (01:10) Why stores employ a self-checkout attendant instead of just cashiers (02:21) Old people, coupons, and the need for human interaction (03:56) The fedora, ponytail, and Ed Hardy mystery shopper (04:39) Costco-style self-checkout and the scan-gun assistant manager (05:27) Trying to figure out what the mysterious guy was actually wearing(06:22) The bicycle exit and the “pickup artist” bit begins (07:40) From pickup artist to grocery pickup artist (09:07) Damien’s dream that the podcast is monetized for two dollars (10:10) How weirdly realistic dreams can feel (12:27) Why the dream being only two dollars made it feel believable (14:51) The sad midlife crisis of quitting a job to become a full-time podcaster (16:41) When chasing a dream becomes impractical in your 30s (17:18) Reading hateful YouTube comments for the first time (20:16) Why the Shane Gillis clip got the most engagement (21:53) Christian explains his criticism of Shane Gillis and timing (23:38) “Praise be” and the bot-like comment chain (24:54) Responding to trolls by narrowing in on one phrase (28:49) “Leftist rats” and the “one of us is a rat, the other is a hamster” reply (30:01) The “fake virtue signaling” comment and the honest-response bit (32:18) The “how the hell do neither of you have a chin?” comment (33:58) “Just a couple of dorks” and Damien’s typo reply (34:30) The newest comment, “you are pathetic,” and the devil joke (36:19) Christian fact-checks the Shane Gillis details (38:11) An invitation to commenters to come on the podcast (40:10) Why hate comments may actually help the algorithm (41:15) Dreams of monetization, views, and “spewing hate and vitriol” (41:52) byeeee

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Hey all you Wander-lusters and Hometown Heroes! Welcome to "Remain, Roam, Return". The podcast that pits your hometown lifestyle against the allure of far-off frontiers. In this show, host Christian (Nebraska) and Damien (L.A) are going to be discussing personal experiences and asking guests for their input to decide once and or all whether it is better to be the local legend or the one that got away.

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  • Creator
    Remain, Roam, Return
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    141
  • Rating
    Explicit
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