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 #117 | Pre-Pre Diabetic

    Damien gives some personal health updates which leads to a discussion about the complexities of the US healthcare system (SCAM). Later we compare real estate trends in Nebraska verse California. Our conversation covers personal health journeys, the impact of insurance, and the surprising dynamics of the housing market, plus a massive amount of tangents like always. Like, Subscribe, Share and weigh in (pun intended).Chapters00:00 Health Challenges and Lifestyle Changes03:06 Navigating the Healthcare System06:03 Diet, Weight Loss, and Cooking09:04 Commercials and Advertising Insights12:05 AI, Consciousness, and the Future15:11 Social Life and Drinking Habits18:06 Travel Plans and Experiences21:10 Waiting Room Observations23:27 The Rise of AI in Everyday Life27:29 The Quirks of Waiting Rooms30:40 Sick Days and Workplace Culture35:23 Real Estate Realities43:35 Comparing Housing Markets

    45 min

  2. MAY 15

    Episode #116 | The Glow-Down

    In today's episode, we explore biopics, the newest annoying trend in competition shows, and we end with a trip down memory lane! Join us as we discuss film, TV, and our most embarrassing senior photos. Would we have even been friends in High School? You tell us! Don't Forget to Like, Subscribe and Follow us on all platforms! https://www.youtube.com/@RemainRoamReturnPodcast https://www.instagram.com/remainroamreturnpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557007462849 Chapters 00:00 - The Art of Comedy: Writing and Performing 03:06 - Biopics: A Love-Hate Relationship 05:37 - The Impact of Competition Shows 08:25 - The Evolution of Reality TV 11:13 - The Role of Authenticity in Comedy 14:03 - The Importance of Representation in Media 22:56 - The Reality of Comedy Competitions 25:48 - Favorite Competition Shows 28:41 - Nostalgia for Senior Photos 32:32 - Sharing Senior Pictures 37:13 - Best and Worst Senior Photos 44:37 - Fashion Fails and Embarrassing Photos 47:32 - The Letterman Jacket: A Symbol of Achievement 52:14 - High School Memories: The Story Behind the Photos 56:45 - The Art of Senior Pictures: A Reflection on Style 01:03:01 - Nostalgia and the Value of High School Memories

    1h 4m

  3. MAY 8

    Episode #115 | Spirit, Spending & So-long Rock'n'Roll

    R.I.P Spirit Airlines.. A toast to the death of our favorite airline... What's next? Rock music?! Oh no...👀 Chapters:00:00 Remembering Spirit Airlines 03:05 Concert Adventures: A Night Out in Anaheim 06:02 Exciting New Cinema Experience 09:12 Exploring Ancestry and Heritage 12:05 Landscaping and Mulch: A DIY Journey 24:00 Critique of Money Gurus and Financial Advice 25:53 Coffee Filters and Life Choices 28:22 Boomer Perspectives on Spending 30:36 The Reality of Gardening and Food Production 33:03 Avocado Toast and Millennial Spending 43:13 Is Rock Music Dead?

    55 min

  4. MAY 1

    Episode #114 | Upgrades & Farewells

    From janky setups to fancy upgrades. The differences of outdoor vs. indoor concerts, and the scam of the Farewell Tour trend. It's a long episode but we cover a lot of bases! Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Setup Changes 03:09 New Laptop and Its Challenges 06:05 Mindset Shifts: From Poor to Prosperous 09:11 The Apple Dilemma: A Reluctant Switch 12:14 Navigating the MacBook Experience1 5:04 Quality Concerns and Podcasting Challenges 18:06 The Future of Technology and Consumer Choices 23:25 The Great Headphone Debate 24:17 Keyboard Layouts and Laptop Design 25:57 The Apple Ecosystem: Love It or Hate It 27:02 Streaming Devices: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly 28:32 Steve Jobs: Genius or Fool? 31:01 Naming Conventions: The Junior Dilemma 33:09 Outdoor Concerts: Pros and Cons 35:14 Festival Fatigue: Are They Worth It? 39:51 Water Culture at Concerts 42:51 Indoor vs Outdoor Concerts: The Sound Quality Debate 44:10 Concert Planning and Ticketing Challenges 48:00 Music Preferences and Nostalgia 52:02 Literary Discussions: Books and Authors 55:59 Stand-Up Comedy Journey and Experiences 01:07:38 The Comedy Scene in LA 01:10:16 Navigating Open Mic Challenges 01:12:29 Building Relationships in Comedy 01:13:35 The Desire to Perform 01:16:25 The Allure of New York City 01:20:46 Public Transportation in Major Cities

    1h 29m

  5. APR 24

    Episode #113 | Gatekeeping: Great Albums & Great Outdoors

    Another cancelled guest means it's just the boys! (our favorite) Join us as we dive into McDonald's soda mishaps, favorite albums and the quirks of Midwestern and outdoorsy life. Whether you're into music, food, or the many quirks of life, there's something here for everyone. Timestamps: 00:00 - The McDonald's soda sniffing tests 02:28 - The adjustment of soda syrup and McDonald's drink mechanics 05:13 - Drunk Taco Bell order mishaps and hilarious excess spending 08:00 - The challenge of choosing a favorite album for life 13:09 - Albums that hold nostalgic significance despite being lesser-known 17:46 - The top five albums for a desert island playlist 22:34 - The nostalgia of childhood albums like Mudvayne’s “Lost and Found” 26:24 - The myth of outdoor activity and the gatekeeping culture 32:23 - Farewell tours, band breakups, and the myth of the last show 37:29 - Unusual outdoor activities like hoverboarding and carrier pigeons 42:24 - Midwest sensibilities on traveling to the beach and enjoying outdoor life 45:32 - Comparing outdoor life in Los Angeles and Colorado 49:14 - The gatekeeping of outdoor activities and gear obsession 53:06 - Disliking camping but loving nature—A nuanced outdoor perspective 56:10 - Why living near mountains or beaches influences outdoor activity frequency 59:35 - The weird and wonderful real-life stories from Nebraska Connect with Damien: Instagram - @chefdametime Connect with Christian: Instagram - @christianreynoldscomedy

    59 min

  6. APR 17

    Episode #112 | Callum's Return

    Callum, lead vocalist of Maya Likes To Run Her Mouth, returns to the show to update us on where the band is now. From new music, to music videos, to playing festivals. They are growing by the day!Later in the episode there was a surprise drop-in from friends Leo and Jack from Snotreal and the episode takes a wild turn! We talk music, social media, chili con carne, hybrid animals and everything under the sun! Chapters: 00:00 Welcome Back 03:40 The Journey of Maya: From Formation to Growth 06:35 Live Shows and Audience Engagement 09:37 The Evolution of Music Videos 12:40 Navigating the Music Industry and Online Presence 15:41 The Pressure of Professionalism in Art 18:24 The Reality of Content Creation 21:32 The Saturation of Trends in Music and Media 24:36 The Long Road to Success 27:34 Cooking Segment: Chili Con Carne Preparation 35:01 Cooking Conversations: A Culinary Journey 38:11 Tour Tales: Life on the Road 41:08 Festival Experiences: The Thrill of Live Music 51:58 Hypothetical Lives: Exploring Alternate Realities 54:30 Life as a Sloth: The Philosophy of Slow Living 57:21 Evolutionary Insights: Sloths and Their Survival 01:00:07 Animal Hybrids: Imagining New Creatures 01:06:08 The Future of Animals: Speculations and Predictions 01:06:42 Promoting Creativity: Upcoming Projects and Collaborations

    1h 13m

  7. APR 10

    Episode #111 | Bad Bar Behavior

    00:00 Easter Greetings and Dress Code Humor03:43 Reflections on DUIs and Cultural Norms06:38 Travel Tales: Flights and Arrivals09:39 The Wedding Experience and Networking12:41 Driving Adventures and Travel Challenges15:46 Car Troubles and First World Problems19:52 Travel Troubles and Delays23:25 Rehearsal Dinner Adventures25:59 The Airport Saga29:26 Wedding Day Highlights32:51 Bro Culture and Manly Traits39:27 Culinary Creations and New Discoveries40:17 The Cost of Streaming Services40:43 Cultural Nuances in Comedy42:14 SNL: A Shift in Format43:43 Unhinged Bar Behavior51:44 Entitlement and Social Dynamics55:40 The Voiceover Industry and AI58:35 Future of Voice Acting01:00:46 Closing Thoughts

    1h 2m

  8. APR 3

    Episode #110 | RyanEstrada Part 2

    Join us as Ryan Estrada shares wild travel stories from Myanmar, Peru, India, and the Philippines. Discover the humorous and dangerous side of spontaneous travel and cultural misunderstandings. Ryan shares his wild experiences with skinny dipping, love, and fighting book bans worldwide. From romantic gestures in India to battling censorship in the US, discover how one man's stories highlight the importance of free speech and resilience.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Travel Tales02:59 Ryan's Allergic Reaction06:00 Illegal Entry into Burma12:07 Nude Beach Adventure19:55 The Nude Beach Disaster22:19 Skinny Dipping with Piranhas31:14 Imprisoned in India: A Call Center Tale40:23 Hacking for Love: A Romantic Misadventure42:00 The Grand Gesture: A Surprise Reunion44:39 The Waiting Game: A Week of Isolation46:33 The Flight of Love: A Dramatic Exit48:32 Detained by Love: An Airport Incident50:08 The Aftermath: Love Lost and Lessons Learned54:18 Surreal Experiences: Plagues and Tsunamis01:01:36 The Unexpected Truth: Nature's Timing01:02:25 Surviving the Apocalypse: A Comedic Tale01:03:46 The Million Dollar Taco Bell Trash Incident01:08:09 Banned Book Club: A Journey Through Censorship01:22:06 The Importance of Freedom to Read

    1h 17m
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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
    118
  • Rating
    Explicit
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