Two Grumpy Vets and a Duuude

Richard Chelson and Bryan Goodwin
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This show is about two grumpy vets and a duuude who became friends and have been talking once a week for the last 4 or 5 years. These conversations result in many rabbit holes being chased. Finally, in our infinite wisdom, we decided to share this with you. To let you know that you can find someone to talk to about anything and still maintain your manly attitude. This show will talk about real subjects and real life, if that offends you, then change the channel. We are Podcast 2.0 compliant using the value-for-value model. So take a break and listen to 2 Grumpy Vets and a Duuude, solve the world's problems...and get nowhere!

  1. Kick Your Doctor in the Ding-Ding

    5D AGO

    Kick Your Doctor in the Ding-Ding

    This week on Two Grumpy Vets and a Dude, we go full porch-talk with a real life catch‑up: sagging floor joists, swampy crawlspaces, and $24k foundation quotes; overtime work and hotel living; and a Moab off‑road vacation countdown that’s complicated by pharmacy logistics and dog drama. We veer from DIY fixes, French drains, and soundproofing walls to brisket sticker shock and grocery prices, then careen through politics, coaching as a business, and what happens when the grind meets real life. Along the way we trade shop talk on podcast gear (Zoom PodTrak P4 Next vs. RØDECaster), ham radio contests, Linux distros, mortgage math, HOAs, and old trucking stories from Chicago to LA—complete with lumpers, late‑night knocks, and hard lessons in boundaries and budgeting.  It’s three friends being real about midlife, family obligations, masculinity, goals, and keeping your sense of humor when the floors—and plans—start to dip. We close with a reminder of our value‑for‑value model: if this hangout brought you some laughs, perspective, or company on a long drive, consider supporting with time, talent, treasure—or just tell a friend. Hit the email links in the show notes to say hi, send topic ideas, or share cover art. See you next week—unless Moab steals the Duuude a little longer. Email Us: Rich -- mailto://rchelson@gmail.com Bryan -- mailto://circlecast@gmail.com If you are struggling with life please reach out to The Suicide Life Line - Dial 988 The world needs you here.

    2h 52m
  2. It's a Sticker, It Doesn't Mean Anything!!!

    MAR 2

    It's a Sticker, It Doesn't Mean Anything!!!

    This week on Two Grumpy Vets and a Duuude, we kick things off with our trademark banter before diving into a creator’s dilemma: should past episodes be pulled when guests later regret their words? We challenge cancel-culture ripple effects, personal boundaries for creators, and the value of standing firm on your own content. From there we tear into workplace culture and the erosion of accountability, participation trophies, and the “softening” of expectations for the next generation—sprinkled with military memories and a few colorful leadership lessons. We also wander (as we do) through tech talk about a reported GNU/Linux vulnerability, river levels on the Mississippi and seismic activity, bacon woodsmoke preferences, Cuban cigars, drone-shot daydreams, Moab trail plans and Jeep badges, New Orleans beignets and Zydeco, dog training tactics (Bella strikes again), honey-roasted peanut butter, no-bake cookies, Bible translations, and even a scrappy business idea for 3D-printed pigtail wedges for trailers. We wrap with our value-for-value pitch, community invites, and the Dude’s tip of the day: treat yourself to a peanut butter and honey sandwich. Email Us: Rich -- mailto://rchelson@gmail.com Bryan -- mailto://circlecast@gmail.com If you are struggling with life please reach out to The Suicide Life Line - Dial 988 The world needs you here.

    2h 28m
  3. The Grand Jury Could Indicte A Ham Sandwich

    FEB 23

    The Grand Jury Could Indicte A Ham Sandwich

    In this week’s Two Grumpy Vets and a Duuude, we kick off with the VA’s sudden (and now halted) rule change that could have tied disability ratings to medication effectiveness—why it sparked instant backlash, what it could have meant for reevaluations, and how protected status works for long-held ratings. From there, we roam across our usual Gen X terrain: the news media’s spin and propaganda cycles, Epstein file noise, political grandstanding in sports, and the SAVE Act voter ID irony. We also detour into life stuff—small-town memories, sledding scorchers, old-school TV, crypto’s rollercoaster, games we’re playing, and why modern Olympics choices (hello, flag football) make us grumble. It’s candid, unsponsored, and very us: three friends hashing it out, so men keep talking, thinking, and showing up for each other. We wrap with our value-for-value invite—no sponsors, no censors. If you got value, return value via time, talent, treasure, or by hitting folks in the mouth and sharing the show. Email us with topic ideas, feedback, or cover art: circlecast@gmail.com (Bryan) and rchelson@gmail.com (Rich). If you are struggling with life please reach out to The Suicide Life Line - Dial 988 The world needs you here.

    2h 35m
  4. Can You Hear Me? (That's A Shock)

    FEB 16

    Can You Hear Me? (That's A Shock)

    In this week’s Two Grumpy Vets and a Duuude, we settle in for a wide‑ranging catch‑up that feels like a late‑night porch talk. We open with last week’s tech gremlins and a mid‑show “rapture,” then roll into work shifts, weather, and the real cost of days off. From there, we get into practical life stuff: commissary vs. club memberships, budgeting and grocery hacks, and a spirited tangent on vacation hours and planning. A big chunk dives into dogs, structure, and training—why consistent rules help our four‑legged best friends thrive—plus how life changes (and gets better) with a canine companion. We bounce to AI and everyday tinkering: local vs. cloud models, how to coax better answers, Linux quirks, scripts and desktop tickers, and a quick crypto/markets check. We also swap takes on current headlines, winter sports tech (drones chasing skiers and sleds), and car/jeep tire choices headed into Moab. We wrap with a value‑for‑value reminder, how to participate live, and an open invite to email us with thoughts, questions, or chapter art.  Resources and mentions (non-sponsored): - Podcasting 2.0 apps (live notifications/chapters): podcastapps.com - Archive utility for paywalled articles: archive.ph - OpenRouter (AI model router): openrouter.ai - CQ WW DX Contest (ham radio): cqww.com - Commissary and base access tips for savings - Dog training principle: consistency, simple commands, and shared structure. Email Us: Rich -- mailto://rchelson@gmail.com Bryan -- mailto://circlecast@gmail.com If you are struggling with life please reach out to The Suicide Life Line - Dial 988 The world needs you here.

    2h 30m
  5. I Had A Fight With AI Over A Stock Ticker

    FEB 9

    I Had A Fight With AI Over A Stock Ticker

    In this week’s episode of Two Grumpy Vets and a Duuude, we kick off with weather whiplash and use it as a springboard into a spirited life update: long winters, dreams of warmer zip codes, and plotting an eventual move abroad (with the Philippines taking the lead thanks to VA access). From there, we tumble into a surprisingly practical tour of AI tools—voice cloning on ElevenLabs, the quirks of various chatbots, and the art of prompting to get balanced answers—before detouring through fiber internet upgrades, home server dreams, and crypto staking strategies. We also trade travel-and-living wisdom about trusts, wills, inheritance, and why some businesses and people are bailing on high-tax states. True to form, we keep the laughs coming with confessions of unusual comfort foods (PB&J with chips and green olives, PB + garlic salt, BLTs with hot cheese, Old Bay on popcorn), prairie wind war stories, and a drive down memory lane through small-town America, VHS nostalgia, and grand plans for future Airbnbs and truck gardens. We close with our value-for-value reminder and an open invite to send us your weird food combos and thoughts on trusts, crypto, and moving somewhere warm. Email Us: Rich -- mailto://rchelson@gmail.com Bryan -- mailto://circlecast@gmail.com If you are struggling with life please reach out to The Suicide Life Line - Dial 988 The world needs you here.

    2h 24m
  6. Rainbows, Unicorns, and a Finger Up My Butt

    FEB 2

    Rainbows, Unicorns, and a Finger Up My Butt

    In this week’s Two Grumpy Vets and a Duuude, we kick things off battling cold weather and tech gremlins, then settle into a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation the way only old friends can. We swap CPAP upgrades and sleep-apnea war stories, debate movie nostalgia versus modern CGI, and pitch a monthly classic-film chat (yes, even A Christmas Carol). From there, we dive into cultural shifts, personal finance discipline, and why brewing coffee at home beats $7 sugar-bomb lattes. We chew on free speech, accountability for public officials, AI bias, and the value of being discerning with tech and news. We also detour through trucking economics, rugged individualism vs. collective action, immigration nuance, and why fewer ads and more listener-driven value keeps this show authentic. We wrap with job-site freeze-ups, sand-trailer shop talk, and the Dude’s timeless tip of the day: if it’s cold, wear a jacket and shoes. As always, we’re ad-free and value-for-value. If you got something from the show, share it, send feedback, help with chapters or art, or support the hosting bills. Email: circlecast@gmail.com (Bryan) or rchelson@gmail.com (Rich). If you are struggling with life please reach out to The Suicide Life Line - Dial 988 The world needs you here.

    2h 16m
  7. First Time Manager Of A Few Lopsided Boobs

    JAN 26

    First Time Manager Of A Few Lopsided Boobs

    In this week’s episode of Two Grumpy Vets and a Duuude, we kick things off with classic audio gremlins, shop talk, and a storm rolling across Texas, Mississippi, and beyond. We dive into trucking yard logistics, overtime headaches, HR-proof blunt honesty, and why common sense (and throat chops) still matter. From kale conspiracies to bagged salad betrayals, we keep the laughs rolling, then pivot hard into radio nerdery: contests, sunspots, solar flares, band conditions, and why upgrading from General to Extra unlocks the 80m playground. We also geek out on DIY audio fixes (shock mounts for the win) and voice-cloning AI toys that turn a single photo into a talking, hand-waving character. We wander through movies we’ve missed and loved—from White Christmas, The Music Man, Porky’s, and Fast Times to Pitch Perfect, Jack London’s Sea-Wolf, and Steinbeck rabbit holes—plus the idea of a monthly “Movies Rich Missed” segment. We close with winter weather misery forecasting, shoutouts to our listeners, and how you can help grow the show via sharing, chapter art, and value-for-value support. Same grumpy charm, same unfiltered camaraderie—just three friends keeping each other sharp and entertained through the deep freeze. Email Us: Rich -- mailto://rchelson@gmail.com Bryan -- mailto://circlecast@gmail.com If you are struggling with life please reach out to The Suicide Life Line - Dial 988 The world needs you here.

    2h 57m
  8. Candy-Fueled AI & Depleted Uranium Farts

    JAN 19

    Candy-Fueled AI & Depleted Uranium Farts

    This week on Two Grumpy Vets and a Duuude, we kick things off with some classic tech gremlins, button-mashing banter, and a lively dive into Linux setups, podcast rigs, and the eternal Zoom-is-weird struggle. From there, we roam through rising grocery costs, beef buying strategies, and the realities of food and fuel—from E85 to biodiesel and why regulations make ranching harder than it has to be. We also get tactical with a spirited discussion on evolving small-arms calibers, body armor, AK vs. AR history, and a few sea/airpower detours (CWIS and A-10 fans, you’ll smile). We round it out with autonomous trucks, nuclear power for AI data centers, mother-in-law mercy, ham radio contests (voice, RTTY, and a nod to CW), Morse code woes, keyboards that won’t quit, and why friendships on purpose matter. We close with a heartfelt value-for-value reminder: no ads, just you. Share the show, send your ideas, lend your time/talent/treasure, and help shape future episodes. Thanks for riding along—whether you’re in Tokyo at lunchtime or stateside near midnight, we see you and appreciate you! Email Us: Rich -- mailto://rchelson@gmail.com Bryan -- mailto://circlecast@gmail.com If you are struggling with life please reach out to The Suicide Life Line - Dial 988 The world needs you here.

    2h 37m
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This show is about two grumpy vets and a duuude who became friends and have been talking once a week for the last 4 or 5 years. These conversations result in many rabbit holes being chased. Finally, in our infinite wisdom, we decided to share this with you. To let you know that you can find someone to talk to about anything and still maintain your manly attitude. This show will talk about real subjects and real life, if that offends you, then change the channel. We are Podcast 2.0 compliant using the value-for-value model. So take a break and listen to 2 Grumpy Vets and a Duuude, solve the world's problems...and get nowhere!

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  • Creator
    Richard Chelson and Bryan Goodwin
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    91
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Rich Chelson and Bryan Goodwin 2024-2025
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