The Roundabout Podcast

Are you interested in becoming ultra-productive?Do you collect Precious Moments or giraffe figurines?For just 13 easy payments of $49.99, you too can become somewhat more productive... maybe.*On this episode we tap into our self-help guru personas and talk about productivity, and the importance that discipline, structure, and having a genuine motive to be productive have within that realm of life. Join us as we delve into this genuinely important practice!*(Productivity sold separately. No guarantee of any amount of increase in productivity.)

Big adventures here, guys! In this episode, we welcome our new co-host, Matt Thundercloud! Some of you may think he was hired for his rugged good looks. Others may believe he was nothing more than a diversity hire. You're all correct. But beyond that, this guy is one of our absolute closest brothers and he brings an educated and unique perspective to our humble wooden table. We hope you enjoy his thoughts and this episode's topic, play, which he suggested! If you don't like it, please keep your thoughts to yourself. Don't be rude. He's new.

How much does all that junk weigh, and why in the world is John taking a turkey supplement?! Which one of us has holes in their sock? The answers to these mysteries and more on this episode...

Hey, guys! We've got the whole backpacking crew together for this episode. This is the first part of a two part series. Join us in all the silliness while we recount our adventures in the beautiful wilderness of Yosemite National Park!

We are so stoked for our backpacking trip this year! We've not hiked Yosemite before so this will be a completely fresh experience for us. We talk about our preparations and the group that's coming along. We also dish about puffball dishes. Jump into the fun with us!

A bit more of a serious scope on this episode. We hope you carefully consider what we are sharing in this one when it comes to navigating our human intellectual tendencies and desires to understand everything and walking in faith in the love and grace that God has given us.

We're digging into some of the mistakes that we've made and continue to make. Can you relate? We're all human, but that doesn't mean we can't make better choices and change bad habits! We'll throw some of our stories at you in this episode of things we'd like to fix. Join us!

So what have John and Jeremy done for a living? How has Jeremy kept low-life thugs at bay from the local shopping mall? Does this have anything to do with the privacy concerns that come with modern technology? Come find out!

Justin Fischer joins us today to share a parent's vantage point in a blended family while John shares his experience from a kid's perspective. We also  remember *interesting* stories of friends being disciplined when we were younger.

John talks about gardening in some crazy heat, and Jeremy shares his quest to rid his yard of grass. In this episode, we tilt-a-whirl around the topic of gardening. Grab a pawpaw and a seat and join us!

What makes a good memory? Not just a sweet memory, not just nostalgia. I mean what makes a REALLY great memory, a story you enjoy telling and reliving over and over again? We share some memories we have from over the years, but we also talk about why those adventures haven't found the escape hatch out of the back of our minds. Join us!

It is so vital in our lives to be humble and vulnerable with others. It goes against a natural tendency to want to save face and protect our egos, but, in the end, we are ALWAYS better off laying down our pride and sharing our weaknesses with others. And there is no foam. Trust me. No, seriously.

Every season has something to offer, aspects that can be appreciated if we make the effort. In this episode we discuss what appeals to us about each season, what we do to make the most of them, and how we both desire the swift death of Daylight Savings Time.

How have you chosen your friends through life? How have you maintained those friendships even through long periods of not being together? Today we reminisce about some old friendships and reflect on current friendships. Oh... and tickle time...

We believe that EVERYONE has the capacity for creativity in some way, shape, or form. It might not look like we expect it to, but it's there, we promise! Join us as we talk about some of our aspirations and stories of creativity that we've witnessed firsthand!

Have you ever thought about throwing a pack on with nothing but what you need to survive for a few days and heading into the woods to see and experience things that only few in the world ever will? Bring a few close friends along and you're in for one of the most rewarding challenges of your life! Get out there and have your mind boggled, not once, not twice, but thrice! Thrice boggled!

How do you define needs and wants? How do you decide which of those will earn your time, energy, and resources to acquire? Poke your head in as we [attempt to] expertly and precisely  lay a track for you to follow in making these decisions...

Losing someone you love is very hard. In this episode we share some stories of family members that we've lost. Whether you are remembering someone you've lost or you are right in the middle of that storm, we hope that you are encouraged to find peace and even joy through the sorrow.

In a high stress situation, do you keep your cool and spring into action with a level head or do you panic and freeze up? We all have a natural tendency towards one side or the other, but with a little preparation and thinking, anyone can handle the toughest situations. Listen in as we talk about some the crazy-tense situations we've experienced.

What do you do to maximize your cleaning efforts? How often do you change your socks? Did you brush your teeth today?! Let's talk about it!

Sorry for the late upload on this one guys! Today we discuss rejection as something that can sting but also something that can be worn as a badge of honor in some scenarios. We'll also let you in on the softer, even weirder side of ourselves as we open up considering some of the aromas that we love and hate. We look forward to having you join us!

A little nostalgic reflection up front on epic mullets, corduroy pants, and traumatic kindergarten experiences. Then, in the meat of this episode, we get into juggling the constant demands on our time that life can throw at us and how to ease the chaos a bit because sometimes it can feel like what we're actually juggling are angry cats... and they're on fire.

What do you find yourself complaining about? Is complaining ever justified? Join us in this episode as we explore some of the root issues of why we complain and what we can do to drop this toxic habit.

Why is food just so downright delicious at times and how does that affect your everyday life? What are some of the things that you are willing to do to justify that extra helping? In this episode we'll share some of our favorite foods and the lengths we have gone and will go to [try to] strike a healthy balance in our lives. Thank you for joining us for another episode!

Do you fear change or do you live for change? How can you prepare for change so that the transition is painless and results are maximized? Is that even possible? Today, we are joined by Mo Schultz, our friend and someone who has dealt with much change in her life. She has fought change, embraced change, and now encourages positive change in those who are willing to go through it.We hope, as you join us today, that what we share might ignite a desire for the right kind of changes in your life.

Why is it so hard to learn sometimes? Is it even worth it to learn new things? We'll dive into some of our struggles and successes as we answer these questions. Spoiler alert: Learning is absolutely still something you should push for and we'll share the reasons why. Welcome to this episode!

John and Jeremy open up their brains to you in this introduction episode where they share about their journey into podcasting. Join us as we begin this crazy adventure!