Pondering Monkeys Podcast
This weekly podcast takes a look at our world from the view of two ordinary guys who happen to think there is a funny side to about most anything. Not that they have any more answers than the next person, but it is their opinion that they can find a humorous spin on many of the issues facing those of us on this planet today. They will also discuss topics which may not have a funny side, but that offer great conversation. Basically, this podcast is the product of their desire to examine and comment on virtually any topic that happens to catch their attention...which really does not narrow it down at all. Blair Patton and Carden Moore make up the duo that is Pondering monkeys. Armed with the driest of humor and wandering minds, there is really no place this podcast cannot go. So, if you feel like a ride on the abstract humor bus and want to learn a few things along the way, by all means make yourself comfortable join the conversation.
Episodes
Let's have some fun with Episode 49. Scanning the news across the globe,Blair and Carden find some hilarious stories that are just asking to be told. Parrots that swear, houseflys that blow up houses, or hippos that are people, these are true stories ripped from the headlines. For some laughs and a little bit of useless information, join the guys for this weeks episode.
Episode 48 welcomes back Carden from his hiatus. Then, the guys jump right into the Metaverse...well, not literally. If you are still not sure what the Metaverse is, then you are in the right place. The guys break it down in excruciating detail, and discuss the future as Mark Zuckerberg sees it. Whether or not it appeals to you is another question, but there is no doubt, the Metaverse is in our future. The guys weigh in on the good...
Did you ever wonder why it seems like the only news is bad news? That we are surrounded by negative influences in our daily lives each and every day? Well, the fact is, we are. We are subjected daily to media machines that are tuned to feed us mostly the bad news, because frankly, good news doesn't pay. Episode 47 takes a look at why this is, and the answers may surprise you. It isn't just about making money, it's about giving us w...
Episode 46 is all about facing the rampant inflation that is gripping the world. How do you keep your money safe and how do you make it grow? Blair discusses options to keep your money from depreciating in a savings account. Crypto Currency could be the new lifeline for people to invest in and grow their money. Blair compares traditional inflation hedges such as real estate and businesses, to the new kid on the block, crypto. ...
What does a three legged deer, a skunk, a one room school house and cigarettes have in common? Well, tune in and find out. Blair takes a trip down memory lane for episode 45. With Carden on a hiatus, Blair goes lone wolf and visits an amazing time of his childhood. Known now as "The Craig Years" he takes us back to a not-so normal period of his life. Now some 40 years later, he reflects on those times and draws comparisons to growi...
Episode 44 is all about being a dad. Blair and his oldest son and guest-host, Kade Patton, talk about Kade's soon-to-be introduction into fatherhood. Kade's wife Jaimi is due this February with their first child. Blair shares his experiences raising 3 kids, and also shares some of the many lessons learned over the past 29 years. Kade also talks about his apprehension and concerns about being a new dad, and also the excitement it b...
The guys welcome back pop-culture sidekick Kade Patton, to delve into all things music. Music plays such a huge part in peoples lives and it is fun to reminisce about the music we loved while growing up. All the guys are musical with Carden playing guitar, Blair playing drums and guitar, and Kade being a drummer himself, so they also talk about being musicians. There are also a couple of surprise clips of music by Carden and Blair,...
Episode 42 is all about harnessing those inner desires to start your own business. John Meese has been helping budding entrepreneurs get their foot in the door for years. He has even written a book on the subject, "Survive And Thrive", in an effort to help people get started owning their own business. John gives interesting insight into the steps to take to get started, and also offers his view of how best to prepare to insure bus...
Episode 41 is Blair's chance to talk all about inventing. Blair has been an inventor most of his life, but finally got serious about it in 1998. Since that time he has invented over a dozen rehabilitation products, numerous other devices, written 3 patents and consulted with numerous other product developers. He worked with teams from the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLBA, and numerous colleges and high schools. He currently still creates new i...
Episode 40 is a Nerd-Out episode. What is that you ask? It is when one of the guys pick a topic and completely nerd-out about it. So, for Pondering Monkey's first nerd-out episode, Carden goes in-depth about running. He loves running and wants to share how he got started and why he encourages anyone that hasn't tried it, to give it a whirl if they are able. He also shares some tips on beginning running programs, and footwear select...
Episode 39 is unlike any episode they've done before. The guys take a step into the unknown world of paranormal investigations with investigator Kristine Sumner. Kristine is part of a paranormal investigation team called Soul Sisters Paranormal. Kristine shares some incredible stories and experiences she has had in the years she has been researching paranormal activities. Using a scientific approach, Kristine and her team try and f...
Episode 38 is all about balance... balance in life that is. Blair and Carden have a serious conversation about the importance and difficulty of finding balance and equilibrium in life. With all that life throws at each one of us, it can be hard to keep a sense of what really matters most. It is a constant challenge to prioritize our lives this way as life is constantly changing itself. This is a conversation about those challenges ...
In episode 37 we are joined by international best selling author Robert Raymond Riopel. Robert has dedicated over twenty years of his life to helping people achieve greater success in their lives. Whether it is finding financial freedom, or just improving the overall quality of life, Robert wants to help people help themselves. Roberts book, Success Left A Clue, offers a step by step approach to making positive changes in your live...
Episode 36 is the third and final episode about housing. Home remodeling is the topic and Blair and Carden discuss many aspects. Carden talks about a major remodel project which transformed his home from blah to awesome, and the impact it had with he and his family. Blair talks about some of the key parts about taking on a remodel project, such as budgeting, prioritizing, and skill assessment for DIYers. The guys cover a lot of gr...
In episode 35 the guys continue with the second of a three part series on housing. This week they welcome Drew Sawyers to talk about his recent experience of buying a home. Drew and his wife recently purchased a home outside of Dallas, Texas. The experience has left them both relieved and exhausted. Drew walks us through the process of what it took to successfully "win" a home in todays crazy-competitive market. Their story is hard...
Episode 34 is the first in a series of podcasts dedicated to housing. In this episode, the guys discuss new home construction. Blair has been a licensed General Contractor for several years and been involved in residential construction for over 20 years. Whether doing remodels or building from the ground up, Blair has gained years of experience and hopes to share some tips with homeowners and home buyers. Episode 34 deals mainly wi...
In episode 33, the guys welcome back our favorite pop-culture sidekick, Kade Patton to discuss tv shows that we grew up watching. In a fun hearted flashback, they talk about the iconic shows in the era of their youth. From the Brady Bunch to Seinfield, these are the shows that defined the times. They also talk about whether the new generations will have such memories, or if phone apps will be the sitcoms of their generation. For a ...
For episode 32, the guys welcome Chuck Gameon to talk about his 30 years of experience as an educator and administrator in the US school systems.
Chuck talks about many aspects of how teaching and education have changed and evolved since the time he started, thirty one years ago. With the advent of social media, and expectations placed upon teachers increasing, things have changed and continue to change every year. Chuck talks abou...
In episode 31, the guys welcome Josh Horton to the show. Josh is a full time content creator for several social media platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. With over 3 million followers, Josh shares with us how he got started as a content creator. He began as a professional juggler and won numerous titles, performed on national tv on multiple occasions and set over a dozen world records in the process. Six years ago, Jo...
In episode 30, the guys welcome Texas Storm Chasers member, Chelsea Burnett. Chelsea has been an active storm chaser and member of The Texas Storm Chasers for many years. She talks about what it is to chase tornados and thunderstorms for the love of it. Chelsea describes some of her fantastic experiences and shares some close calls she has had while pursuing one of natures most powerful and deadly phenomenons. She also gives some g...
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