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309: Everybody Lives!

Being a fan of Doctor Who, I'm smacking myself for missing the reference while I recorded the show. Came to a realization as I'm wrapping up a project about the proper care and feeding of a Roley so that I don't end up losing it. Something we're doing now works. Also, a little teeny internal fight I'm having with myself as a result of the new normal.

308: Varsity Boos

We've graduated beyond Helicopter Parents, Now Mom is a fixer. It's not 'tell me the name of the judge', now it's 'tell me the name of the test administrator.' Disgusting.

307: The Batshit

It really doesn't take much to bring the batshit crazy into focus with some people. Jeanine Pirro, for one. Tucker Carlson for another. Clip heavy episode here, because reasons. Enjoy.

306: Pump The Shark

A new way to do CPR that's a hard pass for me. Also, Facebook wants you to know how very sorry they are, but...y'know...who needs Skynet?

305: Better Red Than Dead?

I waited to hear about the Manafort Sentencing. As you might imagine, I have some thoughts about it.

304: Cleaning out the Podcatcher

You'd think that someone who makes podcasts would listen to a lot of them. Actually, I'm finding that I spend so much time making stuff, I can't keep up with the mountain of podcasts I have in my Overcast App. So, I'm going to clean it out. But not before I tell you what I have in there. You may like to try one or two of them.

303: Filling In The Blanks

Thanks for your patience, freaks. Back at it today. Some notes about a few things that happened since I last podded. Everyone should watch that insane CPAC Speech at least once. Y'all gonna need to help me with what Rep. Omar said. Separating the teachable moment from the actual moment.

302: Too Ranty

So, I was gonna talk about one thing, and than another thing came up. This can't possibly end well, so I'm gonna take a cool off day. See you tomorrow.

301: Launch The Toxic Fandoms into Orbit

A not of love for the Toxic Incel Fanbois who feel they need to ruin The Last Jedi and Captain Marvel and Doctor Who because it's not their story anymore and they have a sad. I believe it was Ghandi who said...Fuck 'em.

300: Heath Slater, World Champ

On Episode 299, I said that I had a storyline in my head that would end with Heath Slater as WWE Heavyweight Champ. Friend of the Show Chauncey D, from "Do You Speak Geek" was intrigued enough to respond..."Heath Slater? Do Tell." So here it is. I feel it necessary to repeat that I'm just a fan who just wants to see the best product possible. Wrestling is one of my favorite things, and when its good, it's amazing. Enjoy

299: Involuntary Dozing

I need a third speed between Namaste and I'll Cut You.

298: Up Your Game, Vince

Here's a switch, I'm not talking news and politics today. Something's been bugging me lately about the WWE. As a lifelong fan, and by no means an expert, I lay it out here.

297: An Arcane Smackdown

On Nancy's smackdown of Mango Boy.

296: Just Out Of Reach

That's where they say the next version of yourself is. I've been several of those people already. I'm ready for what's next.

295: He Went Full Cynic

Never go full cynic

294: A Case Study in Douchery

Devin Update, and today is not a good day if you're Roger Stone.

293: Focus Is Not A Strong Suit

Picking something up this week again that got derailed last year. You may find it useful. LINK: http://bulletjournal.com

292: You Are Not The Demo

It's a Circle of Life kind of thing.

291: What's Best for Business?

Scrappy Gulls sold separately.

291: What's Best for Business?

Scrappy Gulls sold separately.

290: It's Time

I've had a problem for over 30 years. It's time I solved it.

289: Is It Blowed Up Yet?

Are you tired of the Reality TV Cliffhanger Presidency? I sure as hell am.

288: Not Blameless

A followup to Tuesday's show when I lost my temper.

287: Same Playbook, Different Cover

Those who don't remember history are probably paid to not remember it. After watching this for 30 plus years, I'm fed up.

286: The Meter Is Broken

I've reached an age where BS doesn't dazzle me anymore, and I intend to do something about it.

285: What'd I Miss?

Back after a break, and increasingly grouchy. I think this will become apparent as the shows go on.

284: What's It Gonna Take

What's It Gonna Take To Do The Thing™?

283: Less Than Five

Hundreds of acquaintances, dozens of friends. And then, there's those special people that are very few.

282: A Vortex of Suck

After last week, taking stock of the situation...

280: The Ira Glass Ceiling

281: Incels Don't Shave

279: Return of The CHB

"Every normal man must be tempted, at times, to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats." -- H.L. Mencken 300 years ago, there was a group of people that didn't play well with others, bucked authority, and didn't do rules all that well. They prove the rule that we must now abide: No society can move forward without a healthy dose of rebellion. As for me, I'm about ready for hoisting a black flag of my own.

278: Ready for the Star Goat

I don't think we gave the B Ark its proper consideration. When people don't get paid, they don't spend money. This is going to hurt more than just federal workers, who don't get a paycheck today. And a new segment of Q an A-Hole. Show Hotline 757.301.1390 Social: @krisroley on IG, FB, TW Patreon: http://patreon.com/krisroley http://krisroley.com

277: Contentreprinfluencer

My oldest child turned 24 yesterday. Four words: I had a plan... I ARE CONTENTREPRINFLUENCER, AND SO CAN YOU. Show Hotline 757.301.1390 Social: @krisroley on IG, FB, TW Patreon: http://patreon.com/krisroley http://krisroley.com

276: Pop Up Vidiot

First, a shameless plug for the most awesome place I’ve ever been to, and if you’re at all interested in a creative job, you need to check this place out. If you have to put the man on TV, then it’s the obligation of the people covering him to fact check him…as well as the response. The past 24 hours in Professional Wrestling have gone from possibly the worst show on TV right now (except for a beautiful tribute to a legend) and the announcement of something new that is going to change pro ...

275: Despite The Time

A little rant about the fact that this is exactly the wrong time in my life to be doing this show M-F. Which is exactly why I'm putting my head down and doing it. Trump addresses the Nation tonight night about the 'crisis’. Apple is making a jump from being a hardware company to a services company. Is it possible this is where the puck is going? Show Hotline 757.301.1390 Social: @krisroley on IG, FB, TW Patreon: http://patreon.com/krisroley http://krisroley.com

274: Zen Stoic A'Hole

Back to work after a week off. Spent some of it behind a camera, some of it under a paint brush. Some politics talk, I see that Uncle Joe is thinking about making a run. I'm all for this, under one condition. A little rant about the Twitterverse not having any damn sense about this on the side. Finally, a book recommendation...or rather a few of them on the same topic. I recently gifted one of these books to a dear friend, and of all the idiot books I've read over the past two years or...

Episode 273: A Mobile Lubatorium

On today’s show: I might have a bajillion dollar idea, or not. Today is the day CSpan has made, and it is glorious. As we close out the week, I address what might be an elephant in the room. Show Hotline 757.301.1390 Social: @krisroley on IG, FB, TW Patreon: http://patreon.com/krisroley

272: I Won't Be Rowing Anywhere

Today, I discusses why my body doesn’t bend that way. I HEARD THAT, YOU PERVERT. Next, a tale of one city. My city. In Memoriam: Complete Insanity Thank you, Mean Gene. LINKS: RVAMAG: RACIAL TENSIONS GROW IN VIRGINIA BEACH AS COLLEGE BEACH WEEKEND STARTS TONIGHT https://rvamag.com/news/racial-tensions-grow-in-virginia-beach-as-college-beach-weekend-starts-tonight.html Pilot Online: Listen to VB, Millennials…. https://pilotonline.com/news/local/columnist/nfk-dreams/article_0fd523a5...

271: No Toaster

Today, we start with the admission that Roley is a lazy middle aged dude that wants most stuff just brought to him, in accordance with Prophecy. Or not. Then, a rant about basic human kindness as it pertains to pronouns. Next, a new segment called Q an A-Hole. Finally, some sure signs you are having a motivation problem. LINKS: Quora: http://quora.com All Music from http://epidemicsound.com Show Hotline 757.831.7294 Social: @krisroley on IG, FB, TW http://krisroley.com

270: Tantrumerica

Happy New Year, unless that's not your jam. I dunno. You do you. I'm on vacation this week, and really really stable. Really. On today's show: Elizabeth Warren schedules the pre-meeting meeting. We live in Tantrumerica now, and our mascot used to work at a vape store. A roundabout ode to the SeaBass An Email List? Yeah. An Email List. LINKS: Elizabeth Warren Video http://elizabethwarren.com Vape Shop Employee Meltdown https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PK-mnbH4s74 All Music from ...

269: Find Me A Saddle

I couldn’t let the year end without getting a show out. So, here’s an update about what’s going on.

268: October 28. 2018

We Finally Othered Everybody. Feedback from Ep 267 Roley is pretty much wrecked. Follow @krisroley on TW, IG, FB Leave me some feedback on Social Media or on the show line 757.301.1390 Please Share and Review, I'd really appreciate it!

267: October 21, 2018

It started with the words "Listener Challenge". Devin Update -- Setbacks. The worst mistake I ever made was listen.

266: October 7th, 2018

Open/ Kavanaugh [Music] Modal Youth — Concrete Pilots News from Not America Why Infanticide Is A Problem In Senegal As Brexit Deadline Approaches, Theresa May Vows To Make A 'Deal That Delivers' God’s Special Education Team Evangelical University Lifts Ban On Same-Sex Couples, Then Reinstates It Steve Strang: Even if Kavanaugh Committed Sexual Assault, ‘It was Pretty Nickel-and-Dime Stuff’ [Music] Sebastian Forslund — Duckface Personal: Hair Scenario (Bubba and Al) Why We’re Doome...

265: Control

I've been giving a lot of thought to the theme of control this week. Not just the quiet calm of self control, but the willing surrender to it where it allegedly serves our best interests, and the nature of toxic people who try to assert control over others. This is a sort of merging of format and character for me. Most old school listeners will recognize this as a different show I did a long time ago. I miss the challenge of this show, and there's an additional level of challenge for ...

264: Big Magic, Alex Jones, UBI

After a year and a half of reading every self help book under the sun, Roley actually found one that kicked him square in the ass. Alex Jones gets a Reality Check, and it’s possible you might need one too. Ontario Premier Doug Ford nixes a 3 year UBI pilot program after the 1st year, before any studies could come out for or against. This is somewhat enveloped in a rant about systems of government, spending priorities, and the next generation swinging towards Democratic Socialism, which Ro...

263: Roley's Voter Inversion

If it's a day ending in Y, then Southern VB flooded out again. Here's a clue: You can't call it a 10 year, 50 year, 100 year storm if it's HAPPENING EVERY YEAR. Town Elder/Boomer Self-Entitlement is going to kill this city. A bit about my 30th Reunion this weekend. Roley’s Voter Inversion The Lower an Info Voter they are, the louder and intransigent they are that they’re right, despite clear evidence to the contrary. This is a close cousin to Roley’s Evangelical Inversion, in which th...

262: Intended Unintended Consequences

How my beetus medication and a small town in NY are related... If you can't beat 'em, then go on FOX and cry that the game was rigged... and my suggestion of the week, a funny biped you should know about.

261: Public Shaming, Journalism, and Us.

Monologue: I switched podcast hosts to Simplecast. CC Update: Outlines for BlogCOmpass and PodCompass are done. So, let’s talk about harassment in public. I have a moral dilemma about this. I get it, but I’m not sure that it solves anything. To the contrary, it feeds their persecution complex. Music: Tape Machines -- White Flag Feature Story: The one thing journalists should be doing between now and 2020. Music: OTE -- Surface of the Sun Suggestion of The Week: Purge your social...