Common Folk

Memorial Day is about remembering and honoring the life, service, and sacrifice of our service members. It is a true Common Folk holiday. It is our Sons, Daughters, Fathers, Mothers, Husbands, Wives, Aunts, Uncles, Grandpas, Grandmas, and Best Friends who gave all so we can live the life we do today. On this special day, we speak with the parents of Cpl. Daegan Page, a Marine who was K.I.A. in Kab...

A few newly released cartoons and Disney movies have been labeled as Woke, but is this anything new? Have kids shows always promoted some type of agenda? We Common Folk dive into not only modern day children content, but also take a look back at what shows and movies we watched growing up. Did those 80's and 90's kids shows also have something else going on? Advertising Inquiries: https://...

This week the Common Folk interview a couple young men from a different way of life. Although different than the 3 of us, still very similar as far as the desire to better ourselves and take control of our destiny. There are a lot of common threads. These boys are Common Folk where they come from and we are excited to tell their stories. Introducing Caleb and Marquis. Advertising Inquiries: https:...

The Common Folk sit down with and dig into the actions and thoughts of Jon Baumgart. Jon is a local boy who has come up making his own way. Jon has started and run multiple businesses at this point and we want to know what makes him tick. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Are you familiar with the YouTube channel Mr. Beast? If you have kids then there is a high likelihood they watch it. Did you know that a seemingly harmless "kids" show has been introducing their viewers to the world of transgender for almost a year now? Where do our responsibilities as parents come in here? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redc...

It's Spring Turkey season 'round here! Andy has a long history of chasing the long beards, Ben is introducing his son to it, and Morgan is wondering why the boy turkeys are so brodie right now.... We dig into the wild turkey population in the midwest and how this time of year has become such an event for folks in and outside of the Midwest. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/bran...

It's Trap Season in the midwest and we want to talk about it! And who better to talk with than an Olympic level shooter! Adam Knecht is back on the show to tell us about his experience as a boy and young man coming up in the Skeet Shooting circuit. We discuss how he traveled all over the world with the sport and dig into what exactly these sports are all about. We also talk about the specific...

Old men like to talk about the weather, so we will too. Everybody has a CRAZY weather story, it just seems like if you're from the midwest, you may have a couple more. Well, Ben, Morgan and Andy dive into exactly why that is. Lightning, Tornados and Bomb cyclones, OH MY! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Common Folk have a discussion about tipping in the service industry and why today we seem to see it more and more in the product industry too. Where did the concept of tipping come from? When do we owe a tip? How do we know how much to add for a tip? Is it fair to add it to the bill or should we be giving cash tips? It is still an act of respect and appreciation or has it become something else...

Banks are vulnerable. In 2008 we saw it on a very large scale and now here in 2023 we are seeing the second largest bank collapse in U.S. history. Are you wondering what really happened with Silicon Valley Bank? Listen in while the Common Folk break down the timeline and the details for you. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Is everything we buy these days designed to basically be thrown away when it fails? Are the days of the handyman long gone? Can we get affordable parts and live in the satisfaction of fixing our own sh*t?! It isn't looking too good for us Common Folk... Let's chat about what our options are, if there are any... Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://...

Recently the NBA had an issue over who was last pick for an ALL-STAR game! Ratings and the popularity of the sport have also been in decline. What's going on you ask, well let's put a Common Folk spin on it. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Common Folk discuss the Manslaughter case facing Alec Baldwin. On the set of the production "Rust", Mr. Baldwin killed a crew member and injured a second when he let the hammer fall on a Colt 45 he was holding. The gun had a live round in it that Mr. Baldwin says he did not know about. There is a whole lot more going on here though. Listen in for the full story and the Common Folk pers...

We have a fun and fascinating conversation with Dean Shissler over a variety of historical topics. Dean is the Museum Coordinator for the Nebraska City Museum Association, while also being a Director, or Board Member, or both for many other museums in the area. Dean's sense of humor and story telling abilities, along with his knowledge and love for history, makes for another "good time had...

So much is going on with hunting gear, apparel, and brand NEW camouflage patterns now offered from all the "Go-To" brands within the industry. So we're going to take a look at what's behind offering these "HOT NEW" camo patterns hunters are convinced they must have to be successful when the season comes around. Since when did the deer decide that camouflage you purchased in...

So many highlights and good times were had over our 1st year. Inspiring stories, intriguing guests, and a "Common Folk" heartfelt perspective was offered throughout year 1. We want to say thanks to all the guests, they didn't always share the "fluffiest" or easiest stories to tell, but they were real, honest and everyone drew something from those conversations. Most importantly...

What does the word PRIDE mean to you? What does it mean to society? What does it mean to the Common Folk? Where we come from, PRIDE is a very important part of who we are. This word can mean a lot of different things to many different walks of life, but to us it is a way of life. Listen in as the three of us tap into what it means to us and how it plays into our lives and daily decisions, includin...

The crew welcomes onto the pod Jennie Tachovsky. Jennie is known as the Queen Bee of "river country's" premiere country music radio station B 103, which covers north-east Kansas, south-west Iowa, north-west Missouri, and south-east Nebraska. Jennie shares a couple inspiring stories over how she found her passion within her professional work life. A few laughs were also had on this one,...

It's the new year! We sit down with Andy's better half, Ashley to chat about all of the years she has put in as a High School teacher and more recently Varsity volleyball coach. Ashley's story is that of so many others in small town USA who go the extra mile to give to their community and the youth. She has a great story and a great perspective from being the head coach and her time sp...

The holiday spirit is all around us, and sometimes we just need to slow down and realize it. That's exactly what the crew discusses as we're just days away from Christmas! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's the holiday gift giving/gift buying season! We chat a little about how this all looks today vs. yesterday in terms of how we shop, where we shop, and when we shop. Is it still the thought that counts? With today's conveniences are we just going through the motions? Has something been lost? Listen in. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcir...

The Millennial Farmer, Mrs. Millennial Farmer, and Randy the Master Pipe Layer are in town for a farm show so we took the opportunity to throw a party at Round the Bend Steakhouse and record a live episode! These three are nothing but fun and host their own podcast called "Off the Husk". Hang out with us for an hour or so as we talk farming, ranching, partying, and..... balls...." Adve...

Being fit or in shape, or what being "in shape" means now-a-days, has changed. Even Gatorade is glorifying obesity in their latest ad campaign. So we sit down with entrepreneur, business owner, and founder of Envision Fitness, Adam Knecht, for some good ole' Common Folk straight talk. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Just an OUTSTANDING conversation with a caring, athletic, thoughtful, driven human being! Jackie "J-Say" Sayasone is truly an inspiration; in how she has dealt with adversity throughout her life, including a rare blood disorder known as Thalassemia. This midwestern gal, from small town Nebraska, reminds us of how extraordinary Common Folks can be. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.c...

With over 70,000 subscribers on YouTube, Tony Fast has earned himself a large following by showcasing his daily life on the farm. It's all about showing folks the behind the scenes of where their food actually comes from. Tony and Amy live and farm in Montana. We chat with them about everything from farming just across the Canadian border to homeschooling, to fake meats. You won't find a n...