R-Town Podcast Network is a group of podcasts with relatively smart hosts, talking news, geek culture, history, science...anything and everything. Based out of the Jet City Live space in beautiful & historic downtown Renton Washington but talking issues worldwide and beyond. Beyond the weekly, the R-Town gang does several Radio Plays including series and specials. Two serials: Hot Rodders of the Apocalypse and Hank & Marge and several Holiday Specials, including the parody of the Star Wars Holiday Special. Join us weekly for new content.
The boys get down to brass tax with the headlines of the week, the good, the bad and the downright ugly! But then pick it up with author, podcaster, comedian, speaker, life-change coach and Tacoma native Andy Vargo to chat with us about his methods, approach to his work and his use of comedy to find connection. Come and site around the swell-er-rific radio and listen. And don't forget to like, share, comment and subscribe! Much...
Hitting the headlines in this crazy world with all the crap they are shoving down our gullets. Then, we talk U.F.O.'s as Mike is recently back from the Squatch Fest/Galactic Fest, learning about visitors from outer space! The boys discuss some of the many UFO encounters in history and Project Bluebook, alien abduction, and foo fighters, not the Grohl band. Get tuned in, share, like, comment, discuss and subscribe!
The boys start the Episode like most, talking about the headlines, the world, and the craziness that's going on around it, especially in our country. Then we reminisce about some of the things growing up only Generation X remember, things we experienced as a particular generation and things that younger generations would probably find nuts. It's an episode filled with memories, some even good. Thanks for watching and listen...
The boys talk about what is going on this week in headlines, then discuss how marketing has taken over our lives! Is the fabric of our American existence built on marketing and advertising ploys? If you've ever bought or considered buying a diamond engagement ring, a greeting card for bosses' day, or rang in the holidays with a big fat red Santa Claus, then the answer is undoubtedly yes. Give a like, a comment, a share, a s...
Man, there is a lot...a lot of news these days. Historical type stuff every few days, if not hours. It's hard to keep up with it all and figure out what the important stuff is and what is just noise designed to distract or divide us. The boys do their level best to figure that out and discuss the headlines of the week. It's like therapy, man. Go forth and be best, like, subscribe, comment and share. Much love!
The first show of 2026! The boys run through some of the top headlines and then discuss some new laws going into effect around the country, including plastic bags in California, abuser registers in a couple of states, and even AI regulations. Go tune in and don't forget to like, subscribe, comment and share! Go do, with much love!
It's the last episode of 2025 and the boys are discussing all the things about the year in the rear-view mirror. The news stories, the trends...they also take a look at predictions for 2026. It's a great year end wrap up so tune in, like, subscribe, comment and share. Much Love! Happy New Year!
Jingle bells, batman smells...well you know the rest! It's the Holiday Season at R-Town and we are celebrating by talking about all things Christmas. Favorite foods, traditions, TV specials, movies, and much more. Before that we hit some headlines and talk about all the crazy sheet happening around the world. It's the penultimate episode of 2025, so subscribe, like and comment. We'd love to hear from you. Merry Christma...
It's the 2025 R-Town Podcast Holiday Radio Play! "The Cold Case of the Missing Naughty List". Some-elf has stolen the naughty list and with a limited number of suspects who have access to the vault, Sam, the only elf detective in the North Pole must race to flush out the culprit in time to save Christmas. It's a fun filled Holiday mystery the whole family can enjoy.
The boys start this week's episode with headlines, trying to make sense of a crazy world. Then jump into some ideas about creating a Sustainable Backyard that can benefit you, your family and your neighborhood. It's about using space wasted on grass lawns to grow vegetables or create other sustainable things. It's also about getting to know your neighbors for support, finding out information on your neighborhood (power ...
Council Member and long-distance runner Ryan McIrvin joins the boys for the whole show! We do some headline diving, talk about what's coming up in small town politics and talk about some of his, rather extreme, long distance running races! Not just marathons, but multiple marathons in one weekend! And, 100, 200, and 240 mile races. Through the woods and far away! Take a listen, mark as likes, subscribe, hit the bell and join us...
The boys dip into the deep end of the news this week and discuss some headlines, then put their heads together to offer some advice to needy listeners: neighbors arguing over a parking space; a family member at their wit's end having to plan every family event; dating someone who's ex is still a little too close, and more! Take a listen, comment and offer your own advice, like this episode and subscribe! Much Love!
The boys go through some of this week's most nutso headlines, just before Thanksgiving. Then the boys interview longtime professional actor Robert Alan Barnett! He shares parts of his career and why he loves acting. Mostly a stage actor, Robert has been in several movies and television shows. It's a great conversation and Robert is a great guest. Please go and like, subscribe, comment and share!
Lot's of headlines this week and then in studio!, special guest Judith Jacques who has created and authored a fun children's book that is premiering very soon! Judith has created a whole new world called Gardenland based on her experience as an advocate and teacher of youth experiencing homelessness. It's a fun book and she's great to get to know. So take a listen and don't forget to like and subscribe, comment ...
The boys hit the head...lines and with all the crazy stuff out there these days, it's three mouthfuls! Then they discuss some of the craziest Rock 'n Roll personalities that ever was by talking about some seriously deranged behavior, but that's rock 'n roll, baby! Please do the like, the subscribe, the comment and the share, because, well, we need you! Much Love!
The boys get through some headlines of the week then talk to old friend, resident philosopher, and new content creator, Kyle McCurdy about his new venture Mountain Rhythm Collective. MRC focuses on bringing local musicians to the forefront with the Si Sessions, recordings in North Bend in the shadow of Mt. Si. It's a gorgeous venue and R-Town Podcast was lucky enough to be a part of the very first show! Go get more info at Moun...
The boys spend the show talking with author, medium, holy man, bad spirit hunter, veteran helper, and Navy vet D Paul Fleming who's new book "Mystery's at the Windham Inn: The Feral Feline" is out right now. D Paul discusses the true story inspiration behind that work and the basis of his other, non-fiction books "2442 Steps to Crazy" and "A Date With Suicide". It's a fun and informative di...
The boys dive into this week's headlines and tackle the news of the day, trying to make sense of these times. They then welcome in the fun and cool owner of Kent's own Retro Emporium, Anne Smith, were we talk about small business, Best of Kent, and all things Retro, of course. Retro Emporium has been going strong for some time and provides everything from Pokemon cards to retro toys and video games. They have a large record...
After hitting some of the most interesting, crazy and sometimes depressing headlines this week, the boys delve into one of the most important topics for the U.S. these days...free speech. Learn about some of the most important Supreme Court cases in terms of guaranteeing our 1st amendment rights! It's an informative episode from Renton, so please do the like, subscribe and make sure to comment and share. Much love!
The boys wade through a bog of headlines, some good, some not so good, but that is our world today. Then they talk about times human intervention seemed like a good idea at the time, but ended up causing way more harm than good. Think about an island with too many rats, so humans drop in snakes to limit them; then have to drop in mongoose to cull the snakes; then try poisoning the mongoose when their population gets to big, only to...
Two Guys (Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers). Five Rings (you know, from the Olympics logo). One essential podcast for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. Bowen Yang (SNL, Wicked) and Matt Rogers (Palm Royale, No Good Deed) of Las Culturistas are back for a second season of Two Guys, Five Rings, a collaboration with NBC Sports and iHeartRadio. In this 15-episode event, Bowen and Matt discuss the top storylines, obsess over Italian culture, and find out what really goes on in the Olympic Village.
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