The Slanted Attic Experience

EP - 45 “Big Red & The Cowboy Killers” Episode 45 of The Slanted Attic Experience takes us straight into the heart of Richmond’s music scene with a special band feature: Big Red & The Cowboy Killers. Known for blending psychedelic rock with jazz, R&B, and soul, the group’s sound channels influences from My Morning Jacket, Anderson .Paak, and Khruangbin, resulting in powerful, original performances...

EP - 44 “The Sports Room 05” Episode 44 of The Slanted Attic Experience delivers the fifth installment of The Sports Room Series, where sports talk meets strategy, humor, and sharp analysis. Host Tyler sits down with Graham and Liam to cover everything from the MLB postseason outlook to bold ideas about restructuring college football with relegation systems inspired by the EPL. Meet the Guest Pane...

EP - 43 “The Sports Room 04” Episode 43 of The Slanted Attic Experience brings another high-energy installment of The Sports Room. Host Tyler sits down with Graham, Liam, and D-Mills for a wide-ranging conversation that blends sharp analysis, sideline humor, and plenty of unexpected detours. From Rory’s historic Masters win to a live Kentucky Derby wager shaping their fantasy football draft order,...

EP 42 “Xerxes” In this episode of The Slanted Attic Experience, Tyler welcomes Xerxes, a software engineer whose curiosity fuels a life of building, experimenting, and exploring. What begins as a conversation about cameras quickly evolves into a wide-ranging discussion that blends technology, personal stories, and big-picture insights. From the early days of college memories to the intricacies of...

EP - 41 “D-Mills” This week, The Slanted Attic Experience welcomes Richmond native D-Mills for an engaging conversation on college sports, pro-athlete paydays, and the music-fueled stories that keep life exciting. From March Madness trends to the evolving landscape of NIL deals, Tyler and D-Mills unpack where tradition meets the modern game and whether college sports are losing their identity. Gue...

EP – 40 “Will” Episode 40 of The Slanted Attic Experience steps into the world of movement, strength, and longevity with personal trainer Will. Host Tyler puts his own knee pain on the table as the two break down the body’s natural compensation patterns, proper breathing mechanics, and why balanced strength in every muscle group matters. From posture damage caused by driving to tackling rounded sh...

EP – 39 “Mike & Ben” Episode 39 of The Slanted Attic Experience delivers an absolute heavyweight panel as returning guests Mike and Ben step back into the attic for a sports-fueled session laced with loyalty, logic, and the occasional irrational rant. Host Tyler steers the chaos through the depths of NFL free agency, team rebuilds, golf league drama, and the fine art of rooting for teams you don’t...

EP - 38 “Kyle & Graham” Join host Tyler in Episode 38 of The Slanted Attic Experience for a dynamic blend of sports insight and unexpected stories. This week’s guests bring equal parts passion and playfulness as they explore topics ranging from quarterback craft to water main meltdowns, all tied together with the kind of goofy charm only an attic can provide. Guest Panel: Kyle A college football s...

EP - 37 “James” From the oil fields of South Dakota to SIP-built homes across Minnesota, Episode 37 dives into the world of hands-on industries and hard-earned insight. James joins us remotely while Hunter brings his familiar energy back to the studio, and together they navigate the realities of working-class life, shifting economies, and building something that lasts. Guest Panel: James: Born and...

EP - 36 "Cabell" This episode brings the energy, nostalgia, and unfiltered enthusiasm of someone who lives life to the fullest. Buckle up for a dynamic ride through pop culture, music, sports, and everything in between. Guest Details: Cabell Hill is 27 years old and serves as Vice President and notary at his family-run auto business, The Car Guys . A devoted supporter of Richmond, Virginia’s thriv...

EP - 35 "Rachel" On this week’s episode of The Slanted Attic Experience , Tyler is joined by Rachel—an environmental scientist and GIS Manager based in Colorado, originally from Virginia. A proud Virginia Tech alum, Rachel spends her time outdoors hiking, paddleboarding, riding horses, or playing rec volleyball—often with her dog Beau in tow. When she’s not mapping and collecting water samples acr...

EP - 34 "Fish & Nick 02" In Episode 34 of The Slanted Attic Experience , host Tyler is joined by guests Fish (Joey) and Nick for a jam-packed episode that dives into everything from NFL playoff drama to modern career paths and MLB controversies. With raw insight, sharp humor, and real-life perspective, the trio covers the highs and lows of the sports world, life after college, and why sometimes yo...

EP - 33 "Palm City Chucks" In this episode of The Slanted Attic Experience, Tyler sits down with Kris and AJ, co-hosts of the Palm City Chucks Podcast, for a high-energy, no-holds-barred conversation that covers everything from hometown heartbreaks to fantasy football obsessions. Whether it’s breaking down playoff predictions, diving into dynasty league debates, or just venting about the state of...

EP - 32 "The Sports Room 03" The Sports Room returns for its third installment on The Slanted Attic Experience! This week, host Tyler is joined by co-hosts Graham and Liam for an in-depth discussion on everything from the evolution of NFL quarterbacks to the state of youth sports, plus key moments in college football and playoff baseball. Meet the Panel Graham – A North Carolina native and lifelon...

EP - 31 "Book Club 02" [The Old Man And The Sea By: Ernest Hemingway] We’re back with the second chapter of our Slanted Attic Book Club Series , and this time we’re casting our nets deep into Ernest Hemingway’s legendary novella, The Old Man and the Sea . Host Tyler is joined by Graham, Coleman, Luis, and Hunter for a wide-ranging, reflective, and occasionally hilarious roundtable on one of the mo...

EP - 30 "The Sports Room 02" Welcome back to The Slanted Attic Experience! In this special edition of The Sports Room, host Tyler is joined by returning analysts Liam and Graham, alongside special guest Adam, for an in-depth discussion on the latest in sports. Meet the Panel: Liam – A die-hard Philadelphia sports fan and WVU graduate, Liam has a deep love for baseball, football, and basketball. Ho...

EP - 29 "Mait" In this episode of The Slanted Attic Experience , host Tyler welcomes Mait Innes , a first-year medical student at Virginia Commonwealth University with a strong passion for research, seeking to combine clinical knowledge with scientific inquiry to make meaningful contributions to the medical field. Undecided on his specific career path, he is constantly researching and deeply commi...

EP - 28 "Dylan & Graham" This week, we’re bringing you a wide-ranging conversation that dives deep into politics, economics, football, sports science, and personal growth. Joining Tyler are two well-rounded guests, Graham and Dylan, each bringing their own unique perspectives to the table. Meet the Guests: Graham grew up in North Carolina, where college sports ruled the landscape. A die-hard Duke...

EP - 27 "Mike" Welcome back to The Slanted Attic Experience! This week, Tyler is joined by Mike, a lifelong Boston sports fan who grew up in the trenches of Connecticut, surrounded by Yankees fans while riding the high of Patriots, Red Sox, and Celtics dominance. While he still bleeds Boston sports, his true passion lies in college football, where you’ll find him every fall Saturday glued to the T...

EP - 26 "The Sports Room 01" Welcome to a special edition of The Slanted Attic Experience ! Host Tyler is launching The Sports Room , a brand-new series dedicated to deep dives, hot takes, and heated debates on all things sports. And to help kick off this inaugural episode, he’s joined by two die-hard sports fanatics: Liam and Graham . Liam, a Philadelphia native , has lived through the city’s mos...

EP - 25 "Sam" In this episode of The Slanted Attic Experience , Tyler welcomes Sam a man of many talents, wit, and wisdom—to explore a wide-ranging and thought-provoking list of topics. Sam brings his characteristic humor, Richmond-born perspective, and knack for deep dives into the conversation as they unpack an eclectic mix of subjects guaranteed to entertain and inspire. The discussion begins w...

EP - 24 "Book Club" [Animal Farm By: George Orwell] Animal Farm By: George Orwell - Published 1945 Welcome back to The Slanted Attic Experience, where compelling conversations and fresh perspectives come to life. This episode marks another chapter in our newest series, The Slanted Attic Book Club, where we dive deep into timeless literary works and uncover the layers that make them unforgettable....

EP - 23 "Dylan" This week on The Slanted Attic Experience, host Tyler sits down with Dylan Mather, a determined Computer Science student preparing to pursue an MBA, blending technical expertise and business acumen in his next big chapter. Dylan’s interests extend well beyond the classroom, and in this dynamic episode, his thoughtful insights make for a truly compelling conversation. Together, Tyle...

EP - 22 "Vincent" This week, Tyler is joined by Vincent, a talented Business Analyst from Richmond with a creative soul that spans far beyond the corporate world. Vincent is the guitarist for Big Red and the Cowboy Killers, a psychedelic rock band with an original sound that reflects his deep passion for music. In this episode, Vincent shares the journey of forming the band, his favorite live perf...

EP - 21 "Angela" In this week’s episode of The Slanted Attic Experience , host Tyler sits down with Angela, a designer from Richmond with a deep passion for ethical fashion, sustainability, and cultural critique. Angela brings a fresh and insightful perspective to an engaging conversation that touches on a diverse range of thought-provoking topics.  The episode kicks off with a discussion about th...