I HAD to say it

In this episode I take a run at something that came up this past week, and kind of set me off. I am not a fan of the phrase toxic masculinity but in this case it fits, although I really still just prefer the term douchebag. And we are entering the end of the year and the holidays are around the corner, so I have an idea I want to share with everyone.

Food comas, and mass consumerism. What else can we talk about the day after we show how thankful we are for everything by gorging ourselves and passing out. Only to rise and go forth in search of bargain basement deals in the name of being done being thankful for what we have in the name of getting more. #2020 #covidsucks #blackfriday #shoplocal #supportsmallbuisness #coffeeisgood #AmIdoingitright...

In this episode I am still playing with formatting so bear with me. First off we will look at the impending holiday and some thoughts I have had relating to that and the impact of COVID19 and everything else going on this year. Then a little recommendation section where I talk about something I didn't realize I was going to develop a taste for. Lastly to bring things full circle we will touch brie...

In this episode I am going to be changing things up a bit and playing with the format a bit so please bear with me and let me know what you think of the changes. In the first part of the episode I am going to talk about something simple, gratitude. It is such a little thing with such a big impact, and it's pretty shitty that it is not as common as it should be. In the second part of the episode I...

In this episode I will be talking about the resurgence of the Karens in the world, and what I think it means, and more importantly what we can do about it. Also I touch briefly on the extreme sides of the two primary political ideologies here in the good old USofA, as well as a short Aaron recommends segment with some other shows I would suggest checking out and a couple more local restaurants tha...

I think the title pretty much says it all. It's my first attempt at a promo. #podcasting #COVIDsucks #2020 #hobbies #Idontgethashtags

There is still nothing official in the election, every legal move is being made to drag the damn thing out. As expected. A lot of us are still sitting at home with out any idea when we will get back to work. Economic relief is still nowhere in sight. Things are not anywhere near back to normal, and the new normal sucks. But it's been a couple of days since the last disaster and maybe it is time to...

Getting the most bang for our buck is something we all can stand to do, with times being what they are. This episode contains some of the things I have found to help maintain a decent quality of life with out breaking the bank. Tips that can be useful for people out on their own for the first time or trying to deal with being broke for the first time, this is the voice of experience here. #2020 #s...

In this episode I discuss some cooking things that are seasonal, and something I think about a lot. We are going to talk about grilling. Just because it is fall doesn't mean you have to deny yourself the joy that is grilling. And while we are at it why not talk about some unconventional things to grill? Don't mind if I do. #grillingforlife #Bringonfall

Honestly this is my take on what I think is coming. I don't pretend to know who is going to win, but I bet that it gets challenged, regardless. So I am going to talk about that, and about what I think we all need to do after the dust settles. This stuff needs to be said. We need to do better, we need to act better, we need to focus on what is really important. #2020election, #election2020, #everyv...

In this episode I will discuss the general decline in basic manners in American society today. I touch on a couple of the causes and give my usual two pennies, along with a couple of brief anecdotes. #basicmanners #2020sucks #savetherestaurants

This is an episode where I discuss social media, and some of my thoughts about it's impact on us as people and how we approach our lives. 

This is an episode containing my thoughts regarding something that is hitting a lot of us right now, and my feelings about it and some thoughts on how people are dealing with the situation #Shutdown #COVID2020

You've done it, I've done it too, we're all guilty of it. The free exchange of ideas is a fantastic concept. In this episode I discuss what we got instead, and some of the ways I think we can address it.  Some of the things we need to do to deal with each other, and our selves. 

I did the Paqui one chip challenge over the past weekend with my buddy Mike. We recorded it on his live stream, the link will be at the bottom of these notes. So doing this viral challenge thing got me thinking about viral challenges and the mentality behind them, and what is here is my thoughts on the matter. And for what it's worth this was my very first viral anything for an internet thing, so...

This is the episode about small business and shopping locally.  Here is a list of the businesses mentioned in the episode. If you could give them your patronage, that would be awesome. South East Wisconsin: Longshot Vinyl :316 6th St. Racine, WI www.longshotvinyl.com, www.facebook.com/longshotvinyl The Noble : 704 S. 2nd St. Milwaukee, WI (414)243-4997 www.nobleprovisions.com, www.facebook.co...

In this episode I discuss a disturbing trend in our world today about both the massive desire for and complete lack of understanding of respect. Everyone wants it, a lot of us aren't all that great at giving it out. A few thoughts on the hows and whys of the issue and my personal stance on the matter. And the usual stuff to go with it. Thanks for listening, please hit me up with any feedback you m...

This podcast contains a couple of updates for the listeners who are following along, a little information about where we are going and is the first episode that is based off of a topic that was suggested by an actual listener. Here is the website that I am working on for the podcast www.ihadtosayitpodcast.com Please check it out and let me know what you think (I know it needs work) Thanks for list...

I actually recorded this one a little while ago, but after watching the first debate I decided to post it while I sort out my thoughts on what I just subjected myself to. #debate2020 

This is the next one where I talk about some stupid behavior. Give it a listen, if you would. 

Ok so it's time to look at a few things to consider when you are looking for your first place. Things to physical look for and at in your new place. Things to consider that will make you life a little easier down the line.

In this episode I am basically laying out what I am planning for a future regular segment about cooking. A little bit of an overview about preparing meals at home for yourself and others. The following episodes in this theme will contain everything from step by step instruction in cooking techniques to recipes, tips, and shopping advice. I will be having guests to talk about cooking and food in ge...

This is my thoughts on the phenomenon of trigger warnings. This is the only time you will see the phrase in relation to anything I am posting.

A brief look at what I was thinking when I started this podcast. Kind of a what am I looking to do and why sort of a thing. As always please feel free to reach out to me with your thoughts.

This one may twist a few knickers, but the podcast isn't called what I SHOULD say.