Random Thoughts
64 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsThis is a non-scripted show hosted by two random besties discussing random subjects and having fun. There is no telling how the conversation will begin, where it will go and how it will end.
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Episodes
Episode 64: Free Willy
July 31, 2022 15:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBIn this episode Kristi discusses the upcoming school year and mentally preparing for having two teenage boys in High School. Raul asks Kristi to Google "Florida pastor Starbucks" and things get out of control from there. Support the show
Episode 63: Random Rants!
July 19, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MBIn this episode we discuss our 4th of July weekends, play some Family Feud and slide right into some friend feud. It's all fun and games until politics enter the conversation. Support the show
Episode 62: The Fluffer
July 04, 2022 15:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBKristi is once again back from her second vacation in June and she talks about hanging out at her lakeside cabin in Michigan. We talk about her tour of Lambeau Field in Green Bay and how expensive family vacations have become. Support the show
Episode 61: Pink Pony, Weiners & Dresses
June 18, 2022 23:00 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MBIn this episode Kristi talks about her recent hot, sweaty and sandy beach vacation. Raul brings up the Kim Kardashian fiasco with the famous Marilyn Monroe birthday song dress, which sends Kristi on a mission to locate Monica's famous blue stained dress. Support the show
Episode 60: Runaway Fiancé
June 04, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBIn this episode Kristi discusses her upcoming vacation trips, and other trips (wink, wink) while Raul talks about his experience in Kansas City. We both give our opinions on the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard court saga that has finally come to an end. Support the show
Episode 59: This is Terrible!
May 14, 2022 21:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBIn this episode Raul and Kristi discuss the bodies that have recently turned up at the bottom of Lake Mead outside of Las Vegas. Raul talks about the stress dreams that he has had about high School and work while Kristi says she doesn't sleep long enough to have dreams. Support the show
Episode 58: The Rollercoaster Life
May 07, 2022 18:00 - 56 minutes - 39.2 MBIn this episode we will take you on a rollercoaster ride in which Raul describes his experience competing for the first time at the local salsa competition "Salsa on the Square" in Scottsboro, Alabama, where to his surprise takes the prize for Best Salsa. Kristi experiences a series of unfortunate events which include a car accident, broken hand, snake and a broken clothes dryer all in a matter of days. Support the show
Episode 57: Fast Life
April 23, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBIn this episode we discuss the results of the Superhero 5K where Kristi medaled in her age group while Raul falls one place short of a medal. Kristi talks about the upcoming National Cornbread Festival sponsored by Lodge and Raul remembers driving by Lodge when he got lost and ended up in Chatanooga. Support the show
Episode 56: I've Been Mansplained!
April 09, 2022 19:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBIn this episode Kristi is irritated by Raul’s mansplaining when he attempts to describe what a trucker hat looks like. Raul talks about his recent trail ride with Lucille and Kristi’s inner safety lady cannot be tamed. We discuss our lack of running strategy for tomorrow’s Superhero 5K running event and discuss our thoughts on upcoming movies. Support the show
Episode 55: We Will Rock You!
April 02, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBIn this episode Kristi becomes the shiny new toy at the local gym, while Raul has a slapping good time and is ready to spice things up at the upcoming Salsa on the Square event. Support the show
Episode 54: The Good ol' Days
March 27, 2022 17:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBIn this episode we travel down memory lane and talk about the days of renting movies at the video store. Kristi’s first rental movie was “Dirty Dancing” while Raul’s was “Porky’s”. Kristi explains how she ended up with a broken toe and cringes at Raul’s terrible insensitive jokes. Support the show
Episode 53: Kranky Kristi!
March 20, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBIn this episode we discuss Kristi’s long week and the three jobs she has performed today as Safety Kristi, Professor Kristi, and Podcast Host Kristi, which are the reasons she is Kranky Kristi. Kristi talks about her field trip with her students to one of the companies she used to work for a few years ago. Raul talks about his recent trip to his hometown of Yuma, Arizona and how he came back feeling under the weather which Kristi swears he brought back Covid. We talk about the upcoming Cornb...
Episode 52: Joe Don't Know!
March 13, 2022 01:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBIn this episode we discuss our lack of training for our upcoming SuperHero 5k run. Raul talks about his trip back home to Yuma to fix some equipment at the Marine Corps Air Station. Kristi talks about all the window shopping she would have done at the Marine base. Kristi talks about the car problems she had with her new car. She explains the ordeal she went through with “Joe” the service manager for eight days to have the battery changed. Kristi discusses her ordeal playing musical cars and ...
Episode 51: One Beer, Cocaine and Hookers
February 26, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBIn this episode we discuss our new audio setup and record our first full video podcast episode. Raul talks about his beloved and departed Min Pin Peter Parker “The Barker”. Kristi gives us her version of the current Ukraine crisis using the analogy of the girlfriend trying to break up with her toxic boyfriend who won’t let her go so she can better herself. Raul gives a historical background of the past events that have led to the current situation in which Putin is trying to rebuild the Sovi...
Episode 50: You Down With AARP, Yeah You Know Me!
February 20, 2022 00:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBIn this episode we talk about Super Bowl 2022 and our thoughts about the game and halftime show. We both agree that the show was awesome and how it took us down memory lane back to our youthful days. Kristi asks Raul about his Birthday celebration and gives him a hard time about his AARP membership. Raul explains the cause of the current avocados from Mexico shortage and price increases. We talk about the new Netflix special The Tinder Swindler which is based on true events about Simon Levie...
Episode 49: Vintage Is The New Old
February 12, 2022 19:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBIn this episode Kristi surprises Raul with a gift bag full of goodies for his 50th Birthday. Raul talks about his lack of excitement for hitting the big 50 and Kristi talks about how she felt the same way about her 40th birthday. We discuss the upcoming Super Bowl LVI where the Cincinnati Bengals, Kristi’s team, will take on the Los Angeles Rams. Kristi talks with excitement about the halftime show featuring Dr, Dre, Snoop Dog, Eminem and Mary J. Blige among others that were famous artists i...
Episode 48: Just Sitting Here Watching Cars
February 05, 2022 22:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBIn this episode we go mobile and record our first podcast in Raul’s infamous Jeep Wrangler “Lucille” at Jackson County Park in Scottsboro, Alabama. We catch up on our Christmas and New Year holidays since we have not met for over a month. We both give our opinions on the Season 4 finale of Yellowstone and agree that the last episode was not as good as we expected. We also discuss the last Spider-Man movie “No Way Home”. Kristi tells us about her new side hustle as Adjunct Professor at Chatan...
Episode 47: Farewell Reverie Playhouse, It's Been a Blast!
December 18, 2021 21:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBIn this episode we say farewell to The Reverie Playhouse which has been our makeshift recording studio since we started our podcast. This will be our final episode for 2021 and we will begin our hunt for a new place to record. Kristi talks about her upcoming interview at UTC for teaching part time and how excited she is about teaching. Raul asks Kristi to share some of the Christmas Elf riddles that are given as clues for finding presents on Christmas Eve. We discuss the new series “The Whee...
Episode 46: It's the Most Stressful Time of the Year!
December 07, 2021 21:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBIn this episode we discuss the upcoming Christmas Holiday and the stress that we put on ourselves shopping for gifts. Kristi talks about her Christmas celebration growing up as a kid and being visited by the Christmas Elf on Christmas Eve. Raul discusses the Christmas celebrations he grew up with as a Mexican boy and how it differs from the American tradition that centers around Santa Claus. We both talk about our favorite Christmas songs growing up and eventually end up discussing how profa...
Episode 45: The Eagle Has Been Rolled!
November 30, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBIn this episode we discuss our Thanksgiving Holiday and how we spent it with family. Raul talks about his neck being carved by the Doc days before the Holiday. The discussion goes off the rails and somehow we end up tryin to sing old folk songs. We discuss the SEC’s biggest rivalry game the Iron Bowl that pits Alabama against Auburn. Raul manages to irritate Kristi, a diehard Alabama fan, when he says that Alabama fans are disloyal (bring it haters). We discuss our latest Netflix binges and ...
Episode 44: Not Your Ordinary Van
November 21, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBIn this episode we celebrate the One Year Anniversary of Random Thoughts. Kristi tells us about her experience running in the four man relay marathon. We also discuss the show “You” and the “Harry Potter” movies. George Hartline, owner of Pine Brothers Coffee Company, gives us an exclusive insight into his new upcoming project which entails shipping containers. We discuss our Thanksgiving Holiday plans and the amount of time and energy that goes into preparing the meal that is eaten up in 20...
Episode 43: Stay In The Lane!
November 13, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBIn this episode we talk about our past weekend events. Kristi tells us about her experience at her first live University of Alabama football game at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Raul talks about his weekend at the golf course and the reason why he doesn’t get frustrated when he plays golf. We discuss the premiere of Yellowstone Season 4 and give our thoughts on everything that happened and what we believe is coming next. Raul throws out some conspiracy theories and Kristi exp...
Episode 42: Turn This Mutha Off!!!
November 06, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBIn this episode we discuss Kristi’s schedule and how it will be crazy busy for the rest of the year. Raul brings up Kristi’s belated birthday and brings her an unopened bottle of RumChata that they add to their hot chocolate to celebrate. We discuss our experience participating in this year’s Trunk or Treat at Scottsboro Square dressed as Negan and the Saviors. Kristi talks about her upcoming trip to visit Miranda and attend the Alabama game versus LSU. We discuss the upcoming Vaccine mandat...
Episode 41: It's Your Birthday & You Can Pout If You Want To!
October 21, 2021 20:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBIn this episode we talk about Kristi’s workplace and the reasons it was voted Best of the Best Places to Work. We discuss Kristi’s upcoming birthday and she explains why she’s not looking forward to it. Raul talks about Ramen noodles and Kristi explains to him why they are the worst things to eat. Kristi uses the random question generator and we answer random questions such as what we miss most about being a kid. Kristi tells us about her weird experience at a team building exercise in the m...
Episode 40: If You Fold Your Underwear, You Might be a Serial Killer!
October 16, 2021 20:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBIn this episode we discuss Kristi’s trip to Ohio and her visit to her Alma Mater. Raul talks about re-watching Seinfeld as an older adult and his new favorite character George Costanza. We talk about our cleaning and laundry habits, folding vs rolling towels. Kristi gets freaked by Raul's strange laundry folding habit. Raul explains to Kristi what a Cholo is and the history of Cholos in America. We discuss William Shatner’s trip to space aboard the Blue Origin space rocket. Support the show
Episode 39: A Bit Tipsy and a Little Saucy!
October 02, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBIn this episode we discuss our experience running the Conquer the Cave 5K run. Kristi talks about her company’s event “Lodgetoberfest” and Raul gives her a hard time for not bringing him any beer. We talk about Evan’s upcoming 14th Birthday and Kristi gets all up in her feels. Kristi talks about her upcoming road trip to her hometown in Ohio for her High School reunion. Raul talks about the new Netflix series “Squid Games” and Kristi discusses her new series “Nine Perfect Strangers”. Suppor...
Episode 38: Don't Mind Me, I'm Just Trolling!
September 25, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBIn this episode we talk about the latest news about Gabby Petito's tragic death and the disappearance of Brian Laundrie. Kristi discusses her plans for Evan's 14th birthday and the sleepover she is not looking forward to. We talk about some of the cartoons we grew up watching and the cartoons are kids watched growing up. Raul talks about the results of the poll on Kristi's curly versus straight hair. We also talk about the toilet paper debate of hanging it over or under. We also discuss the ...
Episode 37: To Cut or Not To Cut, That is the Question!
September 18, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBIn this episode we talk with George Hartline owner of Pine Brothers Coffee Company and Reverie Playhouse in Scottsboro, Alabama where we record our Podcast. George discusses his various endeavors from playing in a band to practicing law. He also discusses some of his upcoming plans and endeavors. We also discuss the results of Kristi's long versus short hair poll, long takes the win. Raul tells the story of the African Servals that escaped from the exotic pet store located down the street fr...
Episode 36: Lucille is Thirsty; She is a Vampire Jeep!
September 12, 2021 16:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBIn this episode we discuss Raul's saga with Lucille the Jeep. Raul explains how Lucille broke down and the saga that unfolded getting her to the repair shop. Kristi gives him a hard time and makes him squirm as she pours salt on an open wound caused by his purchase of Lucille without proper authorization. We discuss Kristi's experience working the concession stand during the pandemic and stumbling across mom fans. We also discuss our listeners' favorite movie quotes that people use in daily ...
Episode 35: Hot Toddies With Friends & Snakes
August 28, 2021 19:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBIn this episode we discuss our listeners answers to the question "If you could bring back one TV show that was canceled, which on would you bring back". Kristi chose "Sons of Anarchy", of course, because she is madly in love with Jax Teller. Raul would bring back "Friends" because he was not happy with the ending and felt there could have been at least one more season. We introduce the Random Topic Generator to inspire random conversation and learn more about each other's responses. Kristi e...
Episode 34: Blame It On Caffeine Deprivation!
August 21, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBIn this episode we suffer from sleep and caffeine deprivation so be warned and listen at your own risk. We try and guess the favorite movie quotes sent by some of our listeners. Raul gets lucky with his first guess but Kristi definitely beats him at this game. Kristi gives Raul a hard time about his past crushes on Julia Roberts and Cher. We discuss the eight tips in "A Husband's Guide To Maintaining a Happy Housewife". We also give our opinions on the current situation in Afghanistan. Raul ...
Episode 33: Fun With Mara!
August 15, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBIn this episode we welcome Mara Black, host of Fried Crime and Biscuits podcast, to co-host with us. Kristi and Mara put Raul on full blast over his poor technical recording skills snafu prior to recording the podcast. We discuss our different and similar religious upbringings as kids and teenagers. Kristi discusses first communions, baptisms and God Parents. Mara talks about her boyfriend's new fish tank hobby and how it has evolved into possible reptiles in tanks. Kristi reads some of the ...
Episode 32: Blame It On The Rain!
August 07, 2021 21:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBIn this episode we reminisce about the 32 times we have met at The Reverie Playhouse and talk about Prince and his "Purple Rain" song that was played here the night before. We talk about our kids first words and Kristi shares her tough labor experience with her youngest Evan, which resulted in his shared characteristic with Sylvester Stallone. Kristi also shares her excitement with her son's new eyeglasses and her shoe fetish. Raul describes his experience driving his Jeep Lucille topless in...
Episode 31: Just Sitting Here Looking Pretty!!
July 31, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBIn this episode we discuss the new ruling that allows college athletes to get paid by sponsors and how we believe it will affect college sports. We also discuss the Summer Olympic Games and the current situation with Simone Biles. Kristi talks about the recent movie "Black Widow" and the controversy surrounding the lawsuit between Disney and Scarlett Johansson. Raul discusses his new binge show "Games of Thrones" and how he should have listened to Kristi and watched it years ago. We also dis...
Episode 30: Feck, Fock, Shut the Front Door!
July 18, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBIn this episode we touch on a couple of current World Events. We discuss the civil unrest happening in both South Africa and Cuba. Raul and Kristi talk about some of the reasons behind the unrest and how rioting and the destruction of property historically led to the birth of America during the American Revolution. Kristi talks about her first date and how she used her experience and memories to advice her son Jay on his first solo date. We also discuss the "F" word and how it has become par...
Episode 29: Sleepless in Scottsboro
July 10, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBIn this episode we describe our new recording equipment and how we hope it increases our audio quality. We both talk about how we spent our 4th of July Holiday. Kristi talks about her vacation in New York and Raul discusses his lazy weekend at home. Raul talks about The Conjuring horror movie and Kristi explains why she does not like dolls. We also discuss the new movies that just released, Tomorrow War and Black Widow. We both discuss the answers to the Never Have I Ever questions that we p...
Episode 28: It's a Hot Mess!
June 26, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBIn this episode we have special guests featuring Evan Yates and Shannon Peoples. We discuss the history of swear words and how they became to be known as "bad words". Shannon and Evan take us to school on the history behind the word s-h-i-t. Evan shares his experiences as a prepubescent boy as we enjoy watching Kristi squirm. We discuss the current situation with Britney Spear's conservatorship and Kristi raises mental illness awareness. Kristi also talks about pop culture and her favorite a...
Episode 27: It's a Bird, It's a Plane, no it's Superfly!
June 19, 2021 17:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBIn this episode we share our thoughts on the new special Friends Reunion. Kristi talks about the amount of work some of the characters had done and why she wouldn't do Botox cause it's too much work and she's cheap and lazy. We agree that the Rachel and Ross's first kiss is one of the greatest of all time because it was real and not acted. Raul gives a brief history lesson on the reason why most nail salons are owned by and employ Vietnamese women. Kristi tries to convince us she is low main...
Episode 26: Guns and No Roses
June 12, 2021 18:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBIn this episode we find what the number one movie was on our 10th birthday and how it would dictate the rest of how our 2021 would go. Kristi’s number one movie was “Fatal Attraction” and she was not about to boil a bunny. We continue to discuss dating in the 21st century via apps and texting. Kristi shares her latest experiences with online dating and the unsolicited pictures that come with it. Raul tells the story of how he inadvertently became an international arms dealer as a teenager. W...
Episode 25: Keep Your Pics to Yourself!
June 05, 2021 23:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBIn this episode we discuss movies, shows and UFOs. We discuss one of our favorite shows, Lucifer, and our thoughts on Season 5. Raul talks about the current buzz over the leaked videos of military encounters with UFOS and the upcoming release of the government intelligence report on UFOS. Kristi gives advice on how not to date and her latest close encounters with the freak kind. Support the show
Episode 24: Not Your MILF!
May 29, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBIn this episode we discuss multiple subjects from poor planning skills to Lucifer to eating healthier. We discuss Kristi's luck for attracting thirty somethings and her "Not your MILF" motto. Kristi talks about her boys and how soon they will be going to college. Raul mentions Chona's graduation and how she pulled her fashionable outfit together. We both discuss our adventures growing up and our so called attempts at running away. Support the show
Episode 23: Smells Like Trouble
May 22, 2021 16:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBIn this episode Raul and Kristi discuss the upcoming show Friends Reunion. Kristi discusses her recent experience going to the county fair and being embarrassed by her son. Raul talks about the delicious cinnamon rolls he used to look forward to when the fair came to town. Raul and Kristi reminisce about the old roller skating days and Raul tells the story of his first time roller skating with his childhood crush Melinda. Kristi talks about her experience getting bucked off a horse and Raul ...
Episode 22: Happy Cinco de Mayo, Karen!
May 09, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBIn this episode we discuss Cinco de Mayo. Raul explains what Cinco de Mayo is and why it is not largely celebrated in Mexico. He explains the two historical accounts for Cinco de Mayo and why Americans celebrate it. Kristi talks about her "Karen" moment at a local restaurant. We also have a discussion on Anime, are they really cartoons? Support the show
Episode 21: Back to Life, Back to Reality
May 01, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBIn this episode Raul talks about his trip back to his hometown of Yuma, Arizona. He discusses his trip to Sedona, Arizona and some of the places he went to eat. We talk about places we have visited or would like to visit like Philadelphia, Savannah, Oregon coast and the Grand Canyon. Kristi talks about her experience visiting Mexico as a child and touring a church during a funeral. We talk about sports and why baseball is Kristi's favorite sport. Kristi also talks about her 10 days of mayhem...
Episode 20: It's My Wedding Dress & I'll Mow If I Want Too
April 10, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBThis is Episode 20 and our Season 2 Finale of Random Thoughts where Kristi discusses her double near death experiences in one day. She also shares her story about the time she mowed the lawn in her wedding dress. We share some funny headlines of "A man in Florida" which are true events of bizarre things men do in Florida. We also discuss the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, and the infamous rapper DMX. We both discuss our latest traffic violations regarding speeding tickets and "Ca...
Episode 19: Going Down The Rabbit Hole
April 02, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBIn this episode Raul and Kristi go down the Easter Bunny rabbit hole. We ask and try to answer the age old question "What does a bunny have to do with Easter"? Kristi finally makes it to TopGolf and talks about her experience. We discuss one of our favorite shows "Sons of Anarchy" and Kristi's obsession with Jax Teller. Raul talks about "The Walking Dead" and why he became disinterested in the series. The conversation goes into high costs of cable/satellite television, our favorite shows, th...
Episode 18: It Is What It Is
March 27, 2021 21:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBIn this episode we discuss the answers to the "Would You Rather" questions posted on our Facebook page. Kristi decides that she would rather eat octopus than cow tongue. Raul states that he has eaten both and gives a recipe for Coctel de Cameron con Pulpo or Shrimp cocktail with octopus which is a cold seafood soup that is common throughout Mexico. Raul reminisces about his favorite Mexican breakfast dishes while Kristi tells about having salad for breakfast. Support the show
Episode 17: Growing Up Catholic
March 20, 2021 23:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBIn this episode Raul and Kristi discuss growing up catholic. Raul talks about his experience growing up as a catholic in the Hispanic community and witnessing the re-enactment of the Passion of the Christ as a child. He also talks about the time he was accidentally abandoned on a park bench in Mexico. Kristi talks about her experience in the Catholic Church, her dislike of scary movies and her favorite Avenger Iron Man. We also give our opinion on the Dr. Seuss books that were removed from p...
Episode 16: Let's Get Ready to Ramble!
March 14, 2021 00:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBIn this episode we ramble and stay true to our Random Thoughts roots. We discuss the ongoing saga with the British Royal Family and give our thoughts on the unfolding drama. Kristi talks about track meets, her boys outgrowing clothes and her difficulty choosing counter tops for her kitchen. Raul talks about playing sports growing up and shopping at Costco. We also discuss the upcoming Covid relief checks from Uncle Joe. This truly is a podcast episode about nothing. Support the show
Episode 15: The Farm Life
March 06, 2021 22:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBIn This episode we read some of our listeners' answers to the questions we posted on our Facebook page. We discuss our favorite TV show uncles and our favorite television shows growing up. Raul talks about growing up on the farm and how he would spend summers swimming in the canals. Support the show