Rob Takes On

This episode has been sitting on the back burner for a few weeks now but features the return of Ryan Baker to the show. We took the time to catch up and chat about life, the struggle of the recent college grad, and a few other lighter topics along the way. Ryan had a lot to say which made editing the show a little tougher, but hopefully you enjoy #RobTakesOn the Ryan Baker Experience. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

As we get back into the swing of things and the world continues to reach a sense of normalcy again, I felt it appropriate to bring on Andrew Gillis of NBC Sports Washington. We talk everything from what it's like covering sports in a pandemic to how he got to the desk...or home office, that he's in now. 25 years and a job with no job security will change a man, and Andrew is chalk full of wisdom throughout this weeks episode of #RobTakesOn Sports? as told by Andrew Gillis. You can find Andrews work on NBCSportsWashington.com or on Twitter @Andrew_Gillis70. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week I sat down with man of the people Matt Duffy to talk about the viral Facebook Group Born ZIllennial. Along the way we talk about the inception of the group, what's to come, and where you can get merch now (BornZillennial.com). From Matt's journey through this Facebook Group to his key insights from it, we go over a lot, so give us a listen as #RobTakesOn Born Millennial with Matt Duffy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

Welcome...back...? I guess to #RobTakesOn. After Covid-19 shut the world down, pretty much any plans for this show went out the window. This week I'm back to talk a little bit about my grad school experience, announce a new co-host, and talk about the future of RobTakesOn and whatever that may hold. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week I got to sit across the table from a friend whom I have incredible respect for. Lauren and I talked a little bit about life after college and a world without RA's before getting into some tough conversations about racism in our communities as well as on a grander level. It became very clear to us throughout our hour together that this is a very layered issue that has more questions and problems than it has answers and solutions. This episode certainly does not fix racism in America, but tough conversations are a good start. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

When in doubt, call Carter back on the show because who better to shoot the breeze and talk about nothing than the guy you're moving back in with. This week Carter and I talk about moving back in together, some subconscious conversations, and a quick update on some Floridian happenings. This week on #RobTakesOn SAT Words and Sleep Talking. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

I'm back, like I never left...except I definitely did. Sorry about that. This week we (I) talk about where I went and why I went there and we chat about the things that happened in my absence. The point is we're back and guests will be back soon too. Ultimately RobTakesOn a tomorrow Rob problem for six months and I finally decided to tackle some insecurities in #RobTakesOn An Open Mic in an Empty Room. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week I sat down with Pat Dealey to just catch up. We spent the majority of the episode talking about nothing. So if you're into that kind of thing...enjoy. We answered a few voicemails, took on some controversial topics, and discussed the cultural importance of the seltzer. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This summer I spent more time at Harbor Park watching baseball than I did pretty much anywhere else. My guest, Carter Evans, and I took on an 18 game pass with the intention of seeing some high quality baseball. While we didn't get to see too many days or nights of high quality ball, the times were always good. Tune in this week as Carter and I reminisce on our Summer at Harbor Park. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

Its the beginning of a new season at Rob Takes On and a lot is changing both in my life and for the show. From new cover art to a new way of looking at things, the fall of 2019 is just the beginning of a new chapter around here. This week I cover my busy summer in the 757, a few highlights, and some dating stories as of late. I'm also on the hunt for a new job and we talk a little bit as to why. If you like my cover art, reach out and I'll connect you with the great artist who made it and STARTING THIS SEASON YOU CAN LEAVE VOICEMAILS. Give us a call at 757-347-1836 with questions, topics, or takes for this fall.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

After a few weeks off and some time to reflect, this week I had a new friend on the show to talk about what we learned in our perspective first years. Her first year of college and my first year out. I learned a lot this year and some of that is highlighted here in this episode. I'm looking forward to revamping RTO for the fall and I hope you'll join me then but until mid-august. HAGS. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week I found the anomaly that is a Tinder Success Story, or so it seems. Dom and Grace are coming up to their first full year as an official couple and its all thanks to Tinder. We talked about how this whole thing came to be and tested the relationship with a newlywed game to make everyone think. Not a whole lot more than that this week on RobTakesOn A tinder success story. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week we FINALLY determine the best way to make a potato. While this is still a hot potato topic for many of us, the results of our survey speak for themselves. My guest, Sami Tenaglia and I, break down the top 16 potatoes from the survey and go over a few other life updates. Everything from erratic bird stories to our celebrity look alike (or lack there of) this week in #RobTakesOn The Spud Special.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week I took on watching all 22 movies in the Marvel Universe in the span of 11 days. I was not emotionally prepared for the roller coaster of feelings that ensued. Brenna and I tried to process all of this about 24 hours after finishing the saga and then ended up talking about a variety of topics including life after college and cats v dogs. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week I had my fraternity brother, and good friend, Dr. Jeff Niehaus on the show to talk about life after college and a little bit more. Dr. Niehaus is a graduate of Purdue University and just so happens to be the oldest guest on my show so far. This week we dove into a little bit of the pressure recent grads feel to have it all figured out and how perfectly okay it is to have no clue where you're going in life upon graduation. All that and a touch more this week in Rob Takes On The Great Unknown with Dr. Weenie. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week #RobTakesOn Thailand as my guest this week shares his postgrad experience thus far. Jordan graduated in May of 2018 from Christopher Newport University, got married, and moved to Thailand with his College sweetheart and it has been a roller coaster ever since. Jordan and I talk about his experience traveling the world, adjusting to married life and post grad life all while working on his MBA in another country. Sounds like a lot to handle but Jordan is adamant that he's just another recent grad trying to make it in this world this week on #RobTakesOn DJ Pancake and Thai Adventures --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week I sat down with Jumpseat Julianna Wagner to talk about her recent career jump from a college drop out tending bar at a local restaurant in Norfolk to flying the friendly skies as a flight attendant for a major US airline. We touched on how we got to this point, how real jobs make us feel a little more adult and of course we touched on how tough dating can be in your early 20's. All that and a touch more this week on #RobTakesOn Adulting in the Friendly Skies --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week, past guests come together for a crossover episode with a cameo from a new friend as #RobTakesOn A Blue Ribbon Celebration Since 1893. Carter, Chowder, Bradley and I took to the streets of Norfolk after an Admirals hockey game to enjoy all that Norfolk has to offer. Join us this week as we discover that some things, such as Pabst Blue Ribbons' blue ribbon, is worth celebrating even 100+ years after the fact. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week is all basketball with a touch of the bachelor as Will Burch and I sat down and talked about the season finale of the bachelor as well as our thoughts on the sweet 16 and beyond of the upcoming NCAA tournament. We also touched on the NIT tournament and made picks on who would win the NIT if Mascots were forced to duke it out. All that and a little bit more this week on Bracketology. WkBurch v. HeyitsmeRob --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This weekend my guest, Mary Elam and I, took a trip down to Greensboro, North Carolina to see one of our favorite artists, Ben Rector in concert for my birthday. Along the way we recorded some of the highlights of our weekend from a conversation about being a 5th year, to a night out on the town to our Disney Bracket Breakdown, we cover it all this weekend as I turn 23 on #RobTakesOn Road Tripping Into the Jordan Year. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week I struggle through an episode after being sick for the past two plus weeks. My guest and I talk Bachelor fantasy suites and my first bracket of the month of March. Help me decide what dog I should get when my roommate returns from war on this weeks episode of #RobTakesOn being sick and wanting a dog. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

Sit down and relax for 30 minutes with Peter Radcliffe and I as we talk about more Bachelor updates heading into hometowns, life after college, and what its like to be a minority at a predominately white institution. Make sure to follow Peter on the social medias this week on twitter @The3rdddPete and on Instagram @Peterthe3rd --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

With Valentine's Day weekend coming up I felt no better time to touch on the friend zone, tinder gold, and other reasons why dating in your 20's just kinda sucks. Tune in this week as my guest and I talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of dating in your 20's on #RobTakesOn A Valentine's Day Special. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

After a week off to recover from sickness I talk about the week 5 of the bachelor, the super bowl, and some of the greatest goats of all time. Special shoutout to my new sponsor The Black Tux, be sure to head over to TheBlackTux.com/Listen to save $20 on your next event. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week my good friend Carter Evans and I sat down to have an incredibly serious conversation about highly controversial topics. We discussed the thought process behind our karaoke choices, things we've learned since graduating in May, and what someone from Tampa would be called. Of course there's a bachelor update sandwiched in there and some Floridian headlines to close out the show. All that and more this week on #RobTakesOn Townies, Tampans and the Yeeth. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

RobTakesOn is back and better than ever in 2019 with some recap of the holiday hiatus, goals for the 2019 year and thoughts on the new year in general begin the show. This week I serve up my thoughts on the first two weeks of the bachelor and how I think the season will shape up. Season two is underway and I'm looking forward to all 2019 and season 2 have to offer. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

As the fall slowly comes to a close, as does Season 1 of #RobTakesOn. 2018 was a wild ride from graduating college to transitioning to the real world to starting this adventure with you, whoever you may be. This week I sat down with my friend Wags. Someone who played a key role in getting this show off the ground. We talk about our big red flags of dating, the experiences of our first seasons, as well as finally tackling some of the things I wouldn't do. Know you know it's a pretty short list. Thanks for tuning in to #RobTakesOn A Pretty Short List. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

Self-depreciation has a tendency to help a great number of us scrape by every day but with Ryan, it's his number one coping mechanism. This week I sat down with one of my former Residents and talked about the rise of Ryan Baker from a kid without a home to a soon-to-be radio personality. We also talked about our favorite holiday side dishes and the number one Christmas song of all time...by luck of the draw. All this and a little bit more on #RobTakesOn the Ryan Baker Project --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

Often times, around Thanksgiving, I have found myself sitting around a table over dessert reminiscing the simpler times of life. Well since I wouldn't be spending Thanksgiving with my family this year I thought only appropriate to have these conversations ahead of time and share them with you. This week my brothers and I sit around the table and talk about growing up together, road tripping, times we almost killed each other, and some truth finally comes out after all these years. Thanks for joining us and I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week I lost my guest last minute to the flu, which sucks but it sounds like she could use some Pedialyte. This weeks episode was the show that must go on, ​however. I talk about my early start on my New Year's resolutions at the gym, my partnership with Pedialyte, Christmas before Thanksgiving, and a preview of next weeks episode. Thanks for tuning in to #RobTakesOn The Show That Must Go On. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week my ex-roommate Carter Evans and I sat down and talked about the foregone conclusions that are the top of the NFL, and the College Football Playoff. We discussed the average nature of the Washington Redskins and close out the episode with some headlines from the state of Florida. Tune in this week for #RobTakesOn Foregone Conclusions & Floridian News. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

After a week of vacation and visiting another podcast, I'm back this week with some of my biggest pet peeves, some honorable mentions and suggestions from listeners and Instagram followers alike and I touch on a few other things that passed through my mind while I recorded. Thanks for joining me in #RobTakesOn Wet Socks and Other Pet Peeves. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This episode contains sensitive topics including death and mental health. Beyond that, I'm not sure how else to tee this up. If you would like to give to the Grekos family you can do so by Venmo'ing SigEp-CNU-VAPi, any amount helps. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week (a few weeks ago) I sit (sat) down with Brendan Connelly, an aspiring Park Ranger who has spent his last two summers exploring the US National Park Service. We talked about his college experience, his summer times in the parks, and some solid date spots in Richmond. I also touch on a few things going on in my life and comment on Wednesday's Mental Health Awareness Day in my push to #EndTheStigma. You can follow Brendan on Instagram at Brendan_Connelly If you're looking to download GetUpside to save cash on gas, use the code 7XC6G to save an extra 15 cents per gallon cash back on your first purchase. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

I'm sure you're wondering to yourself, why wasn't there an episode last week? Tune in to find out and listen to me ramble in an uncut directors edition of the Podcast this week in #RobTakesOn A Conversation With Myself. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week I'm on my own in an abbreviated episode. Tune in to hear the 5 biggest lessons I learned this month as I started a life for myself. Without a roommate for the next 7 months, I'm open to suggestions for new adventures to take next. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week my guest, Andrew Gillis, and I sit down to talk about the virtual preseason that is weeks 1, 2, and 3 of the NCAA Football year, the young NFL season, and the hunt for October and predicting the fall classic ahead. All that and more in #RobTakesOn Fall Time Sports Ball --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week I took a trip to my hometown for the weekend and reminisced a little bit about my childhood with one of my high school friends and my guest this week, Zack Patrick. We caught up over a high school football game and talked about his emergence onto the creative video and photo scene, how his family continues to inspire him, and a few places we'd like to take on one of these days. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week my roommate is finally back in town, just in time for me to start my month-long health challenge. Tune in to episode 4 to hear about how I was coerced into going vegan for 30 days and how I plan on surviving until October 1st. Catch ya on the flippity-flip. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week my guest, Kelley Barley, and I go on a quest to determine what the best thing since sliced bread really is. Along the way, we tackle mental health, foods we can't stand, and a few serious contenders to the "best thing since" title. As podcasting is not a free endeavor, if you would like to become a monthly subscriber, follow this link: anchor.fm/robtakeson --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week, I had Sean Celli on the show to talk about his trip this summer to Africa, Celli's Chocolate Chips and debated about the best chicken nuggets in the game. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

This week I sat down with my dear friend Patrick to talk about price gouging at restaurants, men's salons, being the "nice guy" and some of our favorite tweets. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support

In the beginning, there was nothing. Then there was episode 0. #RobTakesOn reflecting on my first few months of "adulthood" and highlight some of the most important things I've learned since graduating college. From expenses to kitchen safety, this is the beginning and it can only go up from here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robtakeson/support