If You're Like Me

Much has changed in the past six months, and Rome Maynard and Joel Lindstrom are here to talk about it. Joel's fear of eyeballs Why Joel's sister is now known as Evie from Finland Joel gets elected to public office Beekeeping Rome gets ejected from the office Teen drivers

Welcome to the first episode of the If You're Like Me podcast for 2022. In today's episode, we discuss some of our personal highlights from 2021, look ahead to 2022, and talk about snobbery and how pervasive it is in all areas of life, including technology, coffee, and even grocery store deli meat. Joel also shares his observations from his TikTok experiment--can a non pretty person succeed? Show notes: 1:36 Joel's white truck 5:40 Jeff's new guitar 6:40 Jeff's musical inspirations 11:00 TikTok: the good and the bad 21:05 Snobbery and why it is bad 22:10 Coffee snobs 23:30 Snobs at the supermarket 24:30 How to train yourself to drink black coffee 28:30 How to train your palate to tolerate food that you don't like 29:05 Squash and basil ice cubes 31:30 How to identify pilots and IT engineers 34:54 Why do hard-core IT engineers use Android? 37:50 Phone snobs 38:45 Why Jeff despises group messaging 40:00 Nostradamus predictions for 2022 41:55 Edward Teller and EO Lawrence and the Manhatten Project, lighting the atmosphere on fire 45:11 Adult birthdays, and why they are awkward 47:20 Why Joel will never throw his wife a surprise party again   Happy 2022 to all of our listeners/viewers. Subscribe to the If You're like Me podcast in your favorite audio podcast app: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/09gajvF... If You're Like Me website: https://ifyourelike.me

Join us for our podcast Christmas episode (and our first video episode), drink coffee, watch Mannix with us, and observe the annual miracle of the cream cheese. 1:30 The Grinch 3:00 Santa Conquers the Martians 4:02 Mannix: Death is a minor key 5:57 Anthony Zerbe 6:15 Spider-Man: No way home 15:49 Pranking your kids 21:28 The great cream cheese shortage 22:58 Garth Brooks Silent Night and the miracle of the cream cheese 27:08 Expiration dates 32:00 The mystery of the broken figurine 37:14 Notable deaths 39:53 Will Vinton's Claymation Christmas Special 42:00 Little House on the Prairie: the Blizzard 44:37 White Christmas observations Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of our listeners/viewers.   Hit the subscribe button or subscribe to the If You're like Me podcast in your favorite audio podcast app: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/09gajvF... If You're Like Me website: https://ifyourelike.me

Topics discussed in today's episode: Rocketman parenting advice The wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald "Hits different" Halloween hijinx The Invisible Man Ohio's curious new license plate

Printers: they look harmless but within them lies misery, pain, suffering, and loss of money. On today's episode, we discuss why printers are evil. Other topics discussed this week: The top Bob's of all time Rome's "adopted family" Rome rants about Marvel's reboot of Squadron Supreme Loki gator Geronimo goes to puppy school Remembering Richard Donner Rome misses his Mountain Dew pager

Welcome to If You're Like Me for July 17, 2021. In today's episode: Golden retrievers Rome gets a percolator John Green's The Anthropocene Reviewed Remembering Phil Collins Cannon: the killer on the hill Happy birthday Heath Florkey Thanks for listening!

We are back from a ten-month hiatus. Over the past year, there has been much change in our lives. One of the big changes is that we are now neighbors in beautiful Blue Ridge South Carolina. Topics discussed in today's episode; Working from home (still) Joel's new house The workshop Puppy update Going to the dump Rome's trip to the Superman Museum If Superman was from Paducah Kentucky Klaatu Magenta does not exist  Thank you for listening!

This week on "If You're Like Me" Joel talks about his approach to eating apples, and why there really is no apple core. Other topics: being on call late at night, The Price is Right, getting people to pay to make their own food, wearing masks, and the Ninja "Rich Brew" mix.  

Welcome to another episode of If You're Like Me. On this thrill packed episode, Rome announces his new award for general awesomeness (or at least many years of participation). Also, Joel has discovered a great way to make lawncare more fun: using fire. Other topics in this week's episode: When they make a movie about Covid pandemic Missed business opportunities and technologies that they should bring back Mannix marathon Fun with webcams on work meetings Salute to Mr. Coffee and interesting facts about what drip coffee makers have to do with geysers Jungle Jim's International Market in Cincinnati OH, and their amazing restrooms Santo Stay safe during your social distancing, and thank you for listening.

"An internal monologue, also called self-talk, inner speech, inner discourse or internal discourse, is a person's inner voice which provides a running verbal monologue of thoughts while they are conscious." Do you have an internal monologue? Rome Maynard does, and the voice in his head makes sarcastic comments that he sometimes cannot repeat. Joel doesn't think he has an internal monologue, at least not every day. We also discuss typewriter, assembling furniture from boxes, and dressing for success when working from home.

We are social distancing at If You're Like Me, but that's ok, we've been socially distancing and not watching sports for years. On today's episode we talk about how life has changed under covid-19, working from home, and the death of Kenny Rogers. We also watch the 1971 classic The Andromeda Strain, directed by Robert Wise. You can watch it with us--just pause the podcast and restart it after the movie is done. We hope everybody stays safe in these unusual times. Thanks for listening.

Today Rome is excited because it is Smallcreep's Day, a holiday that, as far as our researchers could determine, is only celebrated at Rome's house. Listen to find out more about what Smallcreep's Day is, and why you should join the celebration. Other topics: Goodbye hello, hello ahoy Leap year Why every four years is not leap year Ken's dealer Text etiquette Phil Collins update Kirk Douglas The War Wagon

It's 2020 and season 2 of If You're Like Me! as we get ready to start our sixth year of podcasting, we catch up on what has been happening since last season: Joel's new name Rome goes to the ballet Ken Jennings wins the Jeopardy! Greatest of All Time tournament New coffee making system Short haircuts Mute yourself during conference calls

Filling in for Rome Maynard this week are Shawn Tabor and Jim Lomas, and this week we are all about Disney+. If you aren't watching the Mandalorian, you should be, and we talk about some of the other great discoveries we have made of the content on Disney+. Other topics discussed in this episode: Suspension of disbelief when watching biopics Whimsy, and why Joel is lacking it Christmas movies, and Shawn's rules for when you can view them Is Iron Man 3 a Christmas movie? What is on our Spotify top songs of 2019 playlists

This is a very special episode of if You're Like Me, as it is Rome's 50th birthday and Halloween. We have all of our favorites, including circus peanuts, candy corn, and internationally renowned safety expert Scott Barr. Topics in this episode: Safety Quality Halloween costumes Enneagram Personal Kanban Toy robots Green tea Coffee What happens if you don't eat your Halloween candy in a timely manner

Rome Maynard and Joel Lindstrom celebrate Batman Day 2019. Topics discussed: What is Batman Day? If Batman was really 80 years old "How To" by Randall Munroe Chattanooga Tn Obsolete technology Moving furniture

It's our 100th episode. Time to celebrate with some deluxe circus peanuts. Topics in this episode: What's changed in five years This Michigan/Ohio war of 1835 Rome's trip to Ohucky Instant coffee Raccoons Educational planetarium displays Thank you for listening--enjoy the next 100 episodes.

In today's episode, Rome Maynard and Joel Lindstrom seek deeper meaning in inspiring others, songs about African precipitation, and look for subliminal messages in Slim Whitman music. Topics in today's episode: Inspirational pep talks Bad career advice You can be whatever you want* Karaoke night Africa by Toto Pooch selfie Celebrity death Blade Runner Bruce Lee Harry O David Janssen Murderous blimps Iconic theme songs Llac Evol Naidni

In this episode: Iced coffee dogs birds new levels of friendship Christmas in June Godzilla King of the Monsters

In today's episode, Rome and Joel bemoan how we are surrounded by endless storage units and strip malls.  Other exciting topics discussed in today's episode: Coffee update Joel gives Rome a new record Name popularity Notable deaths Grumpy cat Airplane etiquette Joel ends his boycott of Funko

This week's episode is a musical roadtrip: Rome goes to a John Denver impersonator concert Joel goes to see the Rocky statue Falsetto singers Death of Peter Mayhew  

In this spoiler free episode, Joel and Rome discuss: Listener feedback Rome's trip to Charleston Why does Rome visit cemeteries on vacation? Jeopardy James' winning streak Spoilers are good Plus Shawn Tabor gives a spoiler free review of Avengers Endgame.

It's a busy week on If You're Like Me as Rome Maynard and Joel Lindstrom discuss: Preparation for Cannon night Farm Boy Nero Wolf Lonesome Dove Lee Horsley Are we over-exposed to Star Wars? Review of weird roadside attractions in the state of Minnesota Small town life Creepy child statues at the Greenville Spartanburg Airport The new Twilight Zone Alfred Hitchcock Presents The man from the south The Glass Eye

Welcome to a caffeinated episode of "If You're Like Me." This week special guests Shawn and Nick give us a live update from the Star Wars Celebration Chicago: Coffee Coffee snobs Black holes slapkirk.com Star Wars celebration Galaxy's Edge update Breakdown of the Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker trailer

Depressing book reviews Return of the Pink Panther Puns and dad jokes Rome's love of Xanadu

Today Rome and Joel relay their recent experiences with cyber criminals, discuss recent deaths, and review a recent addition to Rome's music library.

Topics discussed in today's episode: Cars Phil Collins update Theme parks 21st wedding anniversary Leaving Facebook surveillance Goodbye Alexa Farewell to Larry Dead people that Rome has met

The government shutdown is over, and we welcome back our non-essential podcasts hosts. In today's episode, Rome, Joel, Heath, and Jeff discuss the following riveting topics: Jeff's resignation Drivers The fall of Phil Collins Minimalism Surveillance Ohio's new state motto

Welcome to the first episode of 2019. Rome and Joel are in the same location for this episode, and we catch up on how the new year is progressing Topics discussed in this episode: Happy new year Parking stories Gift updates Are gifts trying to tell me something? Car washes Heath locator RIP Juan Valdez Apple watch Rome's review of Harry O "How the Internet Happened: From Netscape to the iPhone"  by Brian McCullough Downsizing Shout out to Bob's choice in television programing Larry's retirement

It's Christmastime at If You're Like me, and Jeff Fossett joins Rome and Joel to celebrate. Topics in today's episode: 1987 Gift giving strategies Do people take themselves too seriously Airlines Service animals Squirrels don't have rabies Facebook security The twelve days of cybersecurity Christmas Mission: Impossible Gulag Archipelago Liberty Bridge How to lead when you're not in charge

Internationally renowned cybersecurity expert Jeff Fossett sings his hit Christmas song "The 12 Days of Cybersecurity Christmas" on If You're Like Me.

It's December 2018, and in this episode Shawn Tabor joins us to discuss favorite Christmas movies. In this episode: Work greeting etiquette Holiday decoration Scrooge with Alastair Sim Not so tiny Tim Hallmark Christmas movies The miracle of the creme cheese Christmas pants

It's Thanksgiving time, and once again we list the items and people for which we are thankful. Discussed in this episode: The annual turkey debate Things for which we are thankful Ohio Icepocolypse The biggest ball of twine rolled by one man Stan Lee Death list is tragedy essential to great stories?    

It's the If You're Like Me Halloween special. In this episode we give you helpful advice about how to not become a vampire and also discuss the following spooky topics: Rome's birthday Hermit crabs Circus peanuts Negative synergy Halloween costumes The death of Dracula controversy Green Bean Casserole Travel Gift cards Game shows Trivia contest weak spots

It's time for another If You're Like Me, and Rome is MIA due to a workstation crisis. Heath and Joel say the show must go on, and discuss the following burning topics: Detroit Mission Impossible: Fallout Workstation crisises Celebrity RIP Book reports Continuous learning Climbing Mount Everest Listen below or subscribe on Apple Podcasts

Today Rome Maynard and Joel Lindstrom (without Heath) talk about the American justice system and dystopian fiction. Discussed in this episode: Rome's experience as a temp dad Adventures in jury duty Why read dystopian literature? Brave New World by Aldus Huxley Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury Why does Neil Gaiman introduce everything? Dune by Frank Herbert Did Dune inspire Star Wars? Cannon: The Stewardess Strangler Listen below or subscribe on Apple Podcasts

In the latest episode of If You're Like me, Heath and Joel wonder where Rome is, and talk about: Tax free weekend Destructive children Pizza Lunchboxes Jeopardy! daily double seeking behavior https://arxiv.org/ftp/arxiv/papers/1402/1402.0571.pdf The BMP strategy Playing Trivial Persuit with millenials MoviePass 1960's elections Jaws Reclaimed retail buildings What are buckeyes really? Listen below or subscribe on Apple Podcasts

This week Rome, Joel, and some guy from Illinois discuss the following trending topics: Eclectic international death log Show jumping Depressing book reviews Tragedies in the Grand Canyon Ohio breaking news Campaign 2018 update Heath Florkey campaign slogans Giraffes The Return of Frank Canon

Jeff Fossett returns as our special guest and helps us discuss these exciting topics: The cheese surplus How to cram every life event into 7 months The Office The history of Australia Perry Mason and the howling dog WRK acoustic Yellowcard tour Phil Collins Alamo obsession Uber drivers in Cedar Rapids, IA Heath's trip to New York City Notable deaths Rock violin Listen below or subscribe on Apple Podcasts

Happy Father's Day. In this episode we give some ideas for last minute Fathers Day gifts. Enjoy this episode, and don't forget to shut the lights off when you leave the room. Topics in this episode: Father's day What do the fathers want? Neckties Bowties The Lindstrom car fight cam Embarrassing flight experiences Disgusting new M&M flavors I've got you covered by Paul Denver The time Joel was the keynote speaker at a graduation WKRP in Cincinnati Joel's depressing book choices Jack London short stories Why does Germany have princes? Scandanavians Larry update County fairs

It's a late night version of If You're Like Me... Late night because graduation season has reached the Florkey household, and Florkey graduations are month-long extravaganzas. Topics discussed in this episode: Graduations Cross Pens Celebrity deaths Soliciting the sale of no soliciting signs Mothers Holiday creep Joel's trip to his boyhood home Teachers World War II Cannon Green Bay Packers football Listen below or subscribe on Apple Podcasts

Heath returns from his trip to California, and he fills us in on his thrilling experiences. Other topics discussed in this episode: Uber adventures Abba reunion Avengers smash all records Rome explains the infinity stones Book reviews and recommendations Probably the only discussion you will ever hear about Leo Tolstoy and NASCAR Short celebrity death log    

Rome Maynard is on assignment this week, so Heath and Joel do the best that they can to carry on. We recount some little known Rome Maynard facts, and discuss a large number of celebrity deaths, California, Denver, pollen tumbleweeds, and springtime.

This week we are without Heath Florkey, but we remember him by recounting some little known Heath Florkey facts that will entertain and amaze you. Other topics in this episode: Rainy Days Cincinnati spring break Ohio drivers Should Maryl Streep play Princess Leia? Rome's 20th anniversary YouTube and the devolution of entertainment King Syndrome Book Recommendations

This is a special third anniversary episode of If You're Like Me, with special guest star Scott Barr. We tell the story of how If You're Like Me came to be, and discuss the following topics: Daylight saving time Listener Mail The portrayal of small town people in movies Impostor syndrome Notable celebrity deaths Update from Seattle Portsmouth Update  

It's a busy week on If You're Like Me: Listener mail Joel's 20th Anniversary Tom Hanks to play Mr. Rogers Captain Kangaroo's bad dental hygiene advice Florkey Stovegate 2018 "The Revenge of Analog" by David Sax  Resale Value of physical media Cannon Season 3 recap: How could they miss? Celebrity deaths  

Topics in this episode: Celebrity flutist deaths Kidney stones  Heath responds to anti-juicing press Windows 10 won't let us have a clean restart Why Joel is annoyed by Anthony Bourdain Celebrities who think they can sing HGTV Predictions for the big game

It’s 2018 and time for our latest episode. This week we are joined by embalming expert Heath Florkey. Welcome to 2018 Highlights from the holidays Heath’s high powered juicer Live update from the Ohio Snowpocalypse Recommendations for de-stressing Death update Game Shows Rome reviews “Murder by Gemini” Joel reviews the Fugitive

This is an expert packed episode. Joining Joel and Rome are Jonathan Hyde, HR expert, and Jeff Fossett, cybersecurity expert. Topics discussed in this episode: Upcoming Fossett wedding Punch Andy Griffith Show Christmas lights, and things for which they should have training classes Jeff's world famous key lime pie Leaf blowing Movies that are better than their books Charlotte Douglas Airport and R&R How to get a row to yourself on Southwest Airlines Why are some songs considered Christmas songs?        

This episode is our third annual Thanksgiving episode, and this week we are joined by nationally acclaimed embalming expert Heath Florkey. Heath joins us as our official death expert, and we debut Heath's podcast obituary. Other topics discussed: What we are thankful for Kmart music Things that people around the world have given Joel Vegemite Australian Monopoly Book updates stuffing Baby Driver What to do if you suspect a friend is invisible Raisins We hope you all have a great Thanksgiving.

Welcome to our Halloween episode! Dust off the circus peanuts and corn shaped wax “candy” and enjoy the latest episode of “If You’re Like Me.” Topics discussed on this episode: Rome’s trip to Baltimore Edgar Allen Poe Celebrity deaths Halloween and the dusting of the circus peanuts Smarties Candy Corn Motivating yourself to finish long books Book updates Business opportunities The ten commandments of chocolate chips Year round shorts in the winter Biggest ball of twine City of Lindstrom Pickled food Joel’s cousin Matt Lauer Parades