A-Squared Ramblers

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana dive into everything from movie sequels and strong opinions to line dancing pressure and accidental chaos. Alex shares his thoughts after seeing The Devil Wears Prada 2 , while Adriana reflects on why nostalgia-driven sequels can still pull audiences back in years later. The conversation quickly spirals into debates about opinions, pers...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana dive into a surprisingly personal conversation about health, confidence, and finding community in unexpected places. Alex opens up about his ongoing battle with eczema, the frustrating trial-and-error journey through dermatology treatments, allergy testing, prescription medications, biopsies, and the challenge of trying to pinpoint what...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana recap a whirlwind week filled with unexpected travel, small-town charm, and a few reality checks along the way. Adriana shares stories from the T-ball field, where dirt piles, wandering attention spans, and imaginative kids stealing the spotlight made for a chaotic but memorable set of games. From feeding imaginary lizards to building f...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, Alex recaps his experience running the St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll 10K in Nashville, from near-perfect race conditions to beating last year’s time by just five seconds. But what started as a morning race turned into a full-day adventure, complete with post-run traditions, people-watching, and an unexpected dive into Nashville’s line dancing scene. After sticking a...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana catch up on a week that fully leaned into celebration, self-growth, and a whole lot of line dancing. After Adriana’s birthday the week prior, it was Alex’s turn to celebrate, kicking things off with a solo birthday dinner before heading out to the Nashville Palace for a packed night on the dance floor. What started as a casual interest...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana take on a weekend that quickly spirals into chaos. Adriana celebrates her birthday while juggling a packed schedule that includes coaching T-ball, last-minute holiday cleanup (yes, Christmas decorations are still up), and trying to carve out time to actually enjoy the day. Meanwhile, Alex finds himself in a travel whirlwind after missin...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, Alex and Adriana dive into the reality of moving and everything that comes with starting fresh in a new space. From the exhaustion of packing, moving, and unpacking to the surprisingly satisfying process of organizing and making an apartment feel like home, Alex shares what the transition has really been like. A simple move quickly turns into a series of unex...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, Alex and Adriana jump into the chaos of moving week. With a tight deadline looming, Alex is balancing packing, coordinating movers, and figuring out how to make a new apartment actually feel like home. From furniture decisions to layout challenges, it is a real look at what goes into resetting your space while trying to stay sane. The conversation then shifts...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, Alex and Adriana kick things off with storm talk, St. Patrick’s Day weekend celebrations, and a recap of Adriana’s church feast complete with corned beef, cabbage, green beer, and the disappointment of missing the bagpiper. From there, things take a wild turn into internet-fueled chaos as they unpack one of the strangest stories floating around online: a Flor...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, Alex and Adriana finally get recording after battling a round of technical difficulties that nearly kept the episode from happening at all. Once the microphones cooperate, the conversation quickly turns into a tour of the strange, chaotic, and sometimes heartbreaking stories filling their social media feeds. From a frightening bomb threat involving a commerci...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, Alex and Adriana dive headfirst into the modern frustrations of technology, AI, and the strange reality of working in a world where the answer is often “just ask the bot.” Adriana kicks things off with a story about wrestling with a brand-new workplace application that came with minimal training, confusing design choices, and plenty of opportunities to break...

In this bonus episode of A-Squared Ramblers, Alex recaps his full-day adventure at Pokémon GO Tour: Kalos in Los Angeles - hosted at the Rose Bowl and surrounding golf course - and breaks down what makes a live GO event feel totally different from everyday gameplay. From an Uber ride crawling into a sea of trainers “coming from all angles,” to the reality check of a strict clear-bag policy (and th...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, Alex and Adriana kick things off with rain, gray skies, and the real sign of spring: earthworms everywhere, followed by very happy birds. From there, Alex recaps a packed stretch of travel that included Atlanta installs, a quick jump to LA for Pokémon GO Tour: Kalos, and a four-hour drive that suddenly feels easy until Atlanta traffic reminds you who’s boss....

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, Alex and Adriana do what they do best—start with coffee cravings and weather updates, then spiral into the real stuff. They debate the convenience (and creepiness) of smart home assistants, break down a disappointing Super Bowl blowout and why commercials just don’t hit like they used to, and then Alex lays out a packed two-week stretch of travel: Atlanta for...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, Alex and Adriana start with a simple question: why does Easter move every year? What begins as curiosity about spring holidays turns into a surprisingly interesting explanation involving the equinox and the first full moon of the season. That discovery opens the door to bigger questions. How did ancient civilizations track lunar cycles so precisely? How were...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, Alex and Adriana settle into a relaxed, candid check-in that covers everything from Super Bowl weekend expectations (or the lack thereof) to family book club moments and the slow realization that small habits can turn into real commitments. Alex talks about how a New Year’s resolution to learn line dancing quickly escalates into buying boots, showing up to co...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana catch up after a week that delivered just about everything at once. From a rare and brutal ice storm that left hundreds of thousands without power in the Nashville area, to frozen trees literally exploding under the weight of ice, Alex shares what it was like to be without electricity for nearly a full week and temporarily relocate to K...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana lean into the “reset mode” energy of a long weekend and talk about what it really takes to stay consistent. Whether that’s posting on socials, sticking to workouts, or building habits that don’t fizzle out the second life gets busy. They swap stories about MLK Day observances, quirky regional celebrations like Idaho’s famous potato drop...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana dive into the realities of merit reviews, raises, and what “doing good work” actually gets you (depending on where you’re employed). From private-sector merit increases to public-sector evaluations with little or no financial incentive, they compare how different industries handle performance, motivation, and accountability. The convers...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana ease into January with a realistic take on resolutions, burnout, and what it actually looks like to build better habits without the perfection pressure. They talk about the “slow month” that somehow flies by, the relief of a three-day weekend, and how weather shifts can set the tone for motivation (or lack of it). From there, the conver...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana kick off the new year by unpacking what “going all-in” really looks like in 2026. From reset days and post-holiday reality checks to fitness goals, career growth, and the discipline behind real change, the conversation blends reflection with forward momentum. Alex shares his approach to sustainable resolutions - including a transition f...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana kick off the post-holiday season by recapping Christmas travels, unexpected weather, and the strange whiplash that comes when the holidays are suddenly…over. From there, the conversation takes a delicious detour into gas-station greatness as Alex introduces Adriana to the cult-like phenomenon of Buc-ee’s. Complete with brisket burritos,...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana ease into the holiday season with reflections on Christmas nostalgia, traditions, and the subtle stress that comes with December. From revisiting Home Alone and the iconic house to discussing modern decorating trends, minimalist trees, and the pressure of holiday aesthetics, the conversation stays cozy, thoughtful, and real. They also s...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana dive into a cozy, chaotic debrief of Thanksgiving and the start of December. From surprise cold fronts to even more surprising food opinions. Alex recaps his trip back to Nevada, last-minute turkey-breast experiments, pork loin for the main feast, and a dangerously good homemade coconut cream pie that temporarily dethroned his mom’s tra...

In this episode of A-Squared Ramblers, hosts Alex and Adriana reconnect as Alex broadcasts from his makeshift holiday studio back in Nevada. He recaps a whirlwind week of Nashville Nights —from hidden Christmas pop-up bars and woo-girl karaoke chaos to rooftop dancing and an ill-advised yet glorious 2 a.m. corn dog. Adriana brings her own twist of holiday magic with a wild small-town serendipity s...