Story Time at the Roo Bus
Story Time at the Roo Bus Podcast: Behind the Scenes of Music Festivals | Supporting the TOTEM Foundation Welcome to Story Time at the Roo Bus, a weekly podcast dedicated to the vibrant music festival community. Join us as we dive deep into everything from Bonnaroo to other iconic music festivals, featuring exclusive interviews and in-depth conversations with the people who bring Earth's greatest parties to life. We share inspiring festival stories, behind-the-scenes insights, and the latest music festival news that has us buzzing. Our podcast proudly supports the TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to helping underserved individuals find career and community opportunities within the music festival industry. Tune in every week for engaging stories, insider access, and a closer look at the world of music festivals!
Episodes
We are ONE WEEK away from the greatest party on the planet. To get us ready, we're joined this week by an actual queen, Chloe! Well, maybe she isn't really part of any royal lineage we know, but she is Roo Royalty as last year's Roovian of the Year. She's here to walk through THE CODE with us, an absolute must-know before we get back to the Farm. Sharla and Daniel also have a lot to go through with TOTEM eve...
Can you believe it? We're just two weeks out from the best one of the year! With things so close, we're taking a look at all kinds of schedules. Our schedule for Planet Roo, all of the podcasts for a purpose, and then of course Sharla and Daniel's theoretical schedules for what acts we'll be seeing all of Bonnaroo.
Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3...
Bonnaroo 2025 Update: Map Release, Travel Tips, Packaging Issues & Countdown to the Farm!
This week, Sharla, Shaina, and Daniel are joining you from three different locations to bring the latest updates as we count down to the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival 2025 - now less than a month away! In this episode, we dive into everything you need to know to get ready for the Farm.
We’re covering major topics like the official Bonnaro...
Celebrating 5 Years of the Podcast – Special Anniversary Episode!
We’ve hit a major milestone — five incredible years of the podcast — and we’re celebrating with a jam-packed, double-length episode just for you!
In this special anniversary edition, Sharla and Daniel reflect on the early days of the podcast, share some behind-the-scenes stories from over the years, and look ahead to what’s next for the show.
Here’s what you’ll hear in ...
After being requested by so many for so many years, Frick Frack is coming to the Farm! Mitchell and Daniel sit down with their founder, owner and head pit boss Marvelous Marv, who has a ton of amazing stories to share. And of course we have tons of Mitchell and his tales to go with this week too!
Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting und...
Goose has quickly become one of the hottest touring jam bands today, and we're so lucky to have Peter Anspach from the band on this week to talk about their brand new album and their upcoming show at Bonnaroo 2025! We'll hear a ton of his stories, going from playing a renegade set on the Farm in 2016, to recently headlining Radio City Music Hall.
We'll also talk about our recent trip to the Las Vegas to s...
Bonnaroo is the greatest party on Earth, and we've got the guys that plan and organize it to talk about it this week! With a sellout inevitably coming soon, we've got Brad Parker and Cory Smith from the Roo staff on to talk about everything coming to The Farm this year. The guys have tea on things from the Infinity Stage, Where in the Woods, entrance traffic, plaza improvements, and much more. Give them a high five or a...
Sharla and Daniel are live from The Camp just across the street from The Orion in Huntsville to talk all about schedule conflicts, big shows, and even big announcements! Follow along with us as we plan out our Roo and also wait on dinner!
Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals through music communities. Donate below...
The Who Stage lineup was recently released, and we have Sam “Guetts” Guetterman from Crumbsnatchers on to talk about their Thursday show! Guetts and the band are absolutely no stranger to Roo, with him having had just about every role you could be in over the years. Sharla and Daniel are also joined this week by our very special guest host, our eleven year old niece Lacey! She's proven that she's ready, and she's ...
The Wednesday lineup is out! Matty and Andrew are here to talk about all of their hard work in putting everything together, and we're also thrilled to be joined by one of our headliners, Future Joy! You saw them announced on the Hulaween lineup recently, and we're beyond stoked to have them play for us at Bonnaroo as well.
We also dig into the rest of the Wednesday lineup, which includes Jason from Cherub (beca...
Welcome to part one of two double headers this week! While we are waiting to release the lineup for Wednesday of Bonnaroo here on the podcast this week, we have Nick and Chris from the quickly growing and increasingly popular Crowd Compass tool! This new tech allows you to find your friends and other points of interest at places like Roo, and we're excited to work with them this coming June.
Sharla and Daniel also ...
Discover the Best of Bonnaroo: The House of Yes & Exclusive News for Roo 2025!
Get ready for the ultimate Bonnaroo experience with The House of Yes! Arguably the best plaza show at Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, the House of Yes has everything! Skyler and Daniel are beyond excited to welcome Adam Dishian from the iconic House of Yes crew to the show this week. As the mastermind behind their unforgettable entertainment, Adam h...
We borrowed Bryan from the What Podcast this week, and Taco says we can keep him. We wanted to talk about some of the early days of Roo, and Bryan is one of the best guys to talk with since he's been to every single Bonnaroo! Sharla and Daniel also talk a little bit about House of Yes and have a few weekly picks too.
Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit d...
This week, we’ve got another exciting podcast takeover! Our good friend and fellow Alabamian, Jae, is stepping in to share her top Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival highlights. From unforgettable performances to incredible stories from the Farm, Jae dives into what makes Bonnaroo so special. If you were lucky enough to spot her iconic totem last year, you know exactly what we're talking about — a tribute to the Bama legend hims...
Get ready for an exciting week as Kara, the Mayor of Goose Town, joins us to discuss all things Goose, Phish, and the world of jam bands! Joining us from NYC, Kara shares her expert insights on Goose, the jam band scene, and an artist you may not realize is playing Bonnaroo in 2025. Plus, Sharla and Daniel dive into the 100-day countdown to Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, offering tips on what to expect, and which bands could be ...
By popular demand, our good friend and Atlanta's favorite son, Mitchell, is hosting the show this week! Known for his unique poetry, vibrant festival energy and much more, we’re excited to have him on to share his Bonnaroo top picks and stories. This week, Shaina also joins, and we're all in for a wild ride filled with the humor and surprises only Mitchell can deliver! Don’t miss this unforgettable episode, packed with al...
Before the late-night Bonnaroo vibes of June, we're spending an unforgettable evening in New York City with some familiar faces you know and love! Sharla and Daniel just returned from the city and are sharing live clips from our TOTEM event, featuring conversations with friends and more exciting moments.
In this episode, we dive into the newly announced Bonnaroo Late Night acts, offering insights on what to expect. We also disc...
Sharla and Daniel are back from travel this week and have a ton to go over! We gossip a little about the Grammy's and Kendrick's Halftime show, go over some of our plans for our campsite and TOTEM, but also go through what you can expect for each day at Roo. From load-in, to late nights, to campground parties, we go into what happens on every day on the Farm.
Also remember, if you're in the NYC area, we&ap...
Get ready for an inside look at Bonnaroo 2025! You’ve probably seen the iconic inflatable cow that roams The Farm every June, and this week, the Cowlliope Crew is taking over the podcast to share everything you need to know about surviving camping in Outeroo at Bonnaroo 2025. Whether you're a seasoned festival-goer or a first-timer, the Cowlliope Crew has all the tips and tricks to make your Outeroo experience unforgettable. H...
Bonnaroo Reddit Questions Answered: Tips, Roo Lore, and More | TOTEM NYC Meetup Announcement!
You asked, and we’re answering! This week, Sharla, Brooklin, and Daniel are back to dive into nearly 40 questions from the Bonnaroo Reddit community. They cover everything from Bonnaroo security tips to fascinating Bonnaroo lore and behind-the-scenes stories. Plus, stay tuned for details about our upcoming TOTEM meetup in NYC during Valenti...
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