Your Favorite Locals

Mackenzie Mertz & Michael Prag
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Your Favorite Locals

We are Your Favorite Locals and we're on a journey to uncover the unconventional. With so many different ways to live, we've set out to investigate how others experience life. We dive deep into exploring the lifestyles, philosophies, and perspectives that surround us as we find our own direction. Buckle up and get ready to join us on our quest as we learn more about the people that make our favorite places possible, one conversation at a time. Follow YFL Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/your.favoritelocals/ Where to find Mike Prag: https://www.instagram.com/mike_prag/ Where to find Kenzie Mertz: https://www.instagram.com/mack_mertz/ Don't miss out on episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtz26pw5Eh5BOjkBWnsF2Ag Watch us on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yourfavoritelocals

  1. YFL Ep. 32: Boring people aren't curious

    NOV 14

    YFL Ep. 32: Boring people aren't curious

    Have you ever wondered where your curiosity stemmed from? Your Favorite Locals get curious and reflect on how their curiosities have shaped them into who they are. From growing up as internet kids to figuring out what they like and don't like without an algorithm they share their personal journey on how to stay curious in a digital age world. (00:00 - 07:30) Post-Election Reflections and Curiosity (07:31 - 17:16) Questioning Authority and Doing Research (17:17 - 24:00) Political Advertising and Misinformation (24:01 - 38:50) What motivates curiosity? (38:51 - 51:34) Curiosity in the Digital Age (51:35 - 1:06:32) Curiosity and Childhood (1:06:33 - 01:16:52) The Silent Majority and Importance of Open Dialogue Do you have what it takes to be America's Next Top Local? Apply to be on or submit a guest recommendation: https://www.yourfavoritelocals.com/apply-to-be-on We love what we do and we hope you do too! Have you subscribed to YFL on YouTube? https://www.youtube.com/@UCtz26pw5Eh5BOjkBWnsF2Ag Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/your.favoritelocals/ #curiosity #curiosityunleashed #curiousminds

    1h 17m
  2. YFL Ep. 31: What is culture?

    NOV 6

    YFL Ep. 31: What is culture?

    Mike and Kenzie are back with another solo episode defining "what is culture?" From celebrating friends in an Indian Wedding to traveling around the Reno Tahoe area on motorcycles they have experienced new culture and lifestyles that have made them curious to know: What is their culture? Join Mike and Kenzie on this conversational journey to unpack traditions, cultural identity, and even a new personality 😏. (00:00 - 02:52) Introduction and Life Updates (02:53 - 05:33) Embracing the Biker Babe Lifestyle (05:34 - 08:24) Motorcycle Experiences and Road Rage (08:25 - 12:19) Indian Wedding (12:20 - 27:07) Wedding Traditions and Rituals (27:08 - 38:00) What does Culture mean to you? (38:01 - 42:16) Traditions and Personal Identity (42:17 - 49:17) Cultural appropriation vs appreciation (49:18 - 53:18) Christmas Origins (53:19 - 01:03:06) Creating Culture and Traditions Do you have what it takes to be America's Next Top Local? Apply to be on or submit a guest recommendation: https://www.yourfavoritelocals.com/apply-to-be-on We love what we do and we hope you do too! Have you subscribed to YFL on YouTube? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtz26pw5Eh5BOjkBWnsF2Ag Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/your.favoritelocals/ #culture #traditions #podcast

    1h 3m
  3. YFL Ep. 30: Sober Living with Jordan Brandt & Shayne Hertwig

    OCT 8

    YFL Ep. 30: Sober Living with Jordan Brandt & Shayne Hertwig

    Jordan and Shayne are back! After 1 year since talking with Jordan he shares the amazing news of the opening of Crow's Nest Ranch in Truckee CA. This is Truckee's very first sober living community focused on recovery and addiction and already changing so many lives. Shayne lives to tell the tales of his adventures and training in Thailand while also opening up about his own recovery. (00:00 - 00:40) Intro (00:41 - 03:53) Crow’s Nest Ranch is Open (03:54 - 11:23) Shayne’s Adventures in Thailand (11:24 - 26:22) Sobriety and Recovery at Crow’s Nest Ranch (26:23 - 28:26) What the biggest benefit of being part of Crow’s Nest Ranch? (28:27 - 39:08) What have been the biggest challenges working at Crow’s Nest Ranch? (39:09 - 42:29) Romance in Thailand (42:30 - 48:23) Training in Thailand (48:24 - 57:02) Tips for going sober (57:03 - 01:07:23) Upcoming Fights and Comps (01:07:24 - 01:15:05) Meditation and Overcoming Fear (01:15:06 - 01:26:44) Behind the Scenes of Crow’s Nest Ranch (01:26:45 - 01:36:33) Knowledge is Power in Recovery and Addiction (01:36:34 - 01:52:42) Creating sobriety and community in Truckee (01:52:43 - 2:00:58) How do you live outside of the box other people put you in? Do you have what it takes to be America's Next Top Local? Apply to be on or submit a guest recommendation: https://www.yourfavoritelocals.com/apply-to-be-on We love what we do and we hope you do too! Have you subscribed to YFL on YouTube? https://www.youtube.com/@yourfavoritelocals Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/your.favoritelocals/

    2h 1m
  4. YFL Ep. 29: Getting a Divorce with Kaitlyn Miller

    SEP 3

    YFL Ep. 29: Getting a Divorce with Kaitlyn Miller

    Your Favorite Locals sit down with Reno's Family Law & Divorce Attorney, Kaitlyn Miller. Mike and Kenzie get the dirty secrets you would only find out in Reno's courtroom from M3th Heads eating paint in their apartment to understanding why married couples in Reno are getting divorced. Tune in to learn how Kaitlyn Miller lays down the law. (00:00 - 01:35) Intro (01:36 - 20:45) Kaitlyn Miller (20:46 - 34:08) Let's talk about the Billboard (34:09 - 44:03) Why are people getting divorced in Reno? (44:04 - 51:18) Is there preventative maintenance for divorce? (51:19 - 01:02:11) What's the craziest case you've had? (01:02:12 - 01:11:01) How to not be a statistic (01:11:02 -01:19:42) Religion and Marriage (01:19:43 - 01:25:39) M3th Heads in Court and Tina (01:25:40 - 01:29:32) What was your most pivotal case? (01:29:33 - 01:34:56) 20% cap on Attorney fees (01:34:57 - 01:39:59) OJ's memorabilia (01:40:00 - 01:41:59) Lawyers and Tattoos (01:42:00 - 01:44:56) Who do you want to be? Do you have what it takes to be America's Next Top Local? Apply to be on or submit a guest recommendation: https://www.yourfavoritelocals.com/apply-to-be-on We love what we do and we hope you do too! Have you subscribed to YFL on YouTube?https://www.youtube.com/@UCtz26pw5Eh5BOjkBWnsF2Ag Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your.favoritelocals/

    1h 45m
  5. YFL Ep. 28: The Transformative Power of Tattoos, Entrepreneurship, and Hermetic Alchemy

    AUG 7

    YFL Ep. 28: The Transformative Power of Tattoos, Entrepreneurship, and Hermetic Alchemy

    Mike and Kenzie are joined by visionary artists, business owners, and multi-generation Reno locals, Ben Crowley and Emerson Casey. From synchronicities and Hermetic Alchemy to tattoos and Burning Man, find out what makes these 2 some of your favorite locals. (00:00 - 00:30) Intro (00:31 -01:00) Ben & Emerson (01:01 -08:25) Synchronicities (08:26 - 12:08) The Woo Woo (12:09 - 26:03) Hermetic Alchemy + Finding the Path (26:04 - 36:31) Artistic Inspiration (36:32 - 01:10:31) Tattooing + The Art of Healing (01:10:32 - 01:26:38) Reno’s Community Through the Eyes of a Local (01:26:39 - 01:43:37) Question from our Last Guest (01:43:38 - 01:44:28) Outro Find out what Emerson and Ben are creating next: https://www.instagram.com/goldenblack__official/ Do you have what it takes to be America's Next Top Local? Apply to be on or submit a guest recommendation: https://www.yourfavoritelocals.com/apply-to-be-on We love what we do and we hope you do too! Have you subscribed to YFL on YouTube?https://www.youtube.com/@UCtz26pw5Eh5BOjkBWnsF2Ag Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your.favoritelocals/

    1h 44m
  6. YFL Ep. 27: IQ & Employment

    JUL 24

    YFL Ep. 27: IQ & Employment

    Your Favorite Locals took IQ Tests; can you guess who scored higher? Join Mike and Kenzie as they share stories about layoffs, play "Hired or Fired?", and navigate the complexities of IQ at work and with family. How useful is knowing your IQ? (00:00 - 00:30) Intro (00:31 - 13:06) Failing Forward (13:07 - 23:24) Layoffs & Getting Fired (23:25 - 29:46) Let’s play “Hired or Fired” (29:47 - 35:16) Work Ethic and Laziness (35:17 - 45:17) Should Employers consider IQ in the hiring process? (45:18 - 1:00:01) More on (and Moron) IQ Do you have what it takes to be America's Next Top Local? Apply to be on or submit a guest recommendation: https://www.yourfavoritelocals.com/apply-to-be-on We love what we do and we hope you do too! Have you subscribed to YFL on YouTube? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtz26pw5Eh5BOjkBWnsF2Ag Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your.favoritelocals/

    1 hr
  7. YFL Ep. 26: I got caught in a Pyramid Scheme

    JUL 10

    YFL Ep. 26: I got caught in a Pyramid Scheme

    From politicians to social media personalities, Your Favorite Locals explore the who’s and how’s of Grifting. Learn from our favorite failures, stories of the swindled, and how to spot a wannabe Guru-turned con artist. (00:00 - 00:31) Intro (00:32 - 02:45) America Fails Forward (02:46 - 04:03) Presidential Debate (04:04 - 16:01) Grifters in Politics & Social Media (16:02 - 38:00) Gettin’ Got by Grifters (38:01 - 41:31) Alpha Male & Empowerment Bootcamps (41:31 - 57:04) How to Spot a Grifter (57:05 - 57:56) Outro Do you have what it takes to be America's Next Top Local? Apply to be on or submit a guest recommendation: https://www.yourfavoritelocals.com/apply-to-be-on We love what we do and we hope you do too! Have you subscribed to YFL on YouTube? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtz26pw5Eh5BOjkBWnsF2Ag Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your.favoritelocals/

    58 min
  8. YFL Ep. 25: Billboards, The 1% & Neighbors

    JUN 26

    YFL Ep. 25: Billboards, The 1% & Neighbors

    🌎Billboards, The 1% & Neighbors🌎 Join Mike and Kenzie in a silly conversation about one of Reno's most underrated tourist attractions (The Billboards), what to do if you were kicked out of the trust, and finding out some of people's wildest Neighbor stories. (00:00 - 00:31) Intro (00:32 - 11:23) Failing Forward (11:24 - 21:11) What the f*ck is up with Reno’s billboards? (21:12 - 40:56) The 1% (40:57 - 57:37) Horror Neighbor Stories Do you have what it takes to be America's Next Top Local? Apply to be on or submit a guest recommendation: https://www.yourfavoritelocals.com/apply-to-be-on We love what we do and we hope you do too! Have you subscribed to YFL on YouTube? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtz26pw5Eh5BOjkBWnsF2Ag Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your.favoritelocals/

    58 min
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Ratings & Reviews

5
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3 Ratings

About

We are Your Favorite Locals and we're on a journey to uncover the unconventional. With so many different ways to live, we've set out to investigate how others experience life. We dive deep into exploring the lifestyles, philosophies, and perspectives that surround us as we find our own direction. Buckle up and get ready to join us on our quest as we learn more about the people that make our favorite places possible, one conversation at a time. Follow YFL Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/your.favoritelocals/ Where to find Mike Prag: https://www.instagram.com/mike_prag/ Where to find Kenzie Mertz: https://www.instagram.com/mack_mertz/ Don't miss out on episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtz26pw5Eh5BOjkBWnsF2Ag Watch us on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yourfavoritelocals

Information

  • Creator
    Mackenzie Mertz & Michael Prag
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Your Favorite Locals 2024
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    Your Favorite Locals

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