R-TownPodcast

R-Town Podcast Network

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R-Town Podcast Network is a group of podcasts with relatively smart hosts, talking news, geek culture, history, science...anything and everything. Based out of the Jet City Live space in beautiful & historic downtown Renton Washington but talking issues worldwide and beyond. Beyond the weekly, the R-Town gang does several Radio Plays including series and specials. Three serials: Captain Slack Johnson: Space Patrol, Hot Rodders of the Apocalypse and Hank & Marge and several Holiday Specials, including the parody of the Star Wars Holiday Special. Join us weekly for new content.

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Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

R-Town Podcast - Episode 180 - William McNamara - "The Trouble With Billy" 07.07.2026

With Jeff out on surgery leave, Charles and Mike hold down the fort, and do "OK" on the video and audio. They dump a couple of things into this week's time capsule and then have a great interview with actor and animal activist William McNamara and he's got some great stories. Star of "Copycat", "Stealing Home", "Chasers" and his new TVshow "The Trouble with Billy". He's worked with so many talente...

Captain Slack Johnson: Space Patrol - Ep 1 - "By Any Means Necessary (Probably)" 01.07.2026

Space Patrol. In a galaxy riddled with danger…chaos…and minor paperwork violations…one organization stands between order and total galactic nonsense. And only one captain with the temerity, the bravery, the courage, the heroism that defines Space Patrol — In Episode 1 the crew comes together and Slack Johnson's ship, and they figure each other out fast as a new mission drops in their lap - fig...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 179 - Gen X Round Table: Part Two 30.06.2026

Part Duex of the Generation X Round Table The show is hosting some old and new friends to talk about all things Generation X, the movies, music, cars, 1st jobs, bullies, and more! We've got past guests: comedian Kate Carlson Carlsen, CM Ed Prince, musician Ray Smalley and old friend Pete Lindstrom. Gen X is regarded as those born between 1965 and 1980. Our childhoods in the 70’s and 80’s, our...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 178 - Gen X Round Table: Part One 23.06.2026

This week the boys are trying something a little different this week. The show is hosting some old and new friends to talk about all things Generation X, the movies, music, cars, 1st jobs, bullies, and more! We've got past guests: comedian Kate Carlson Carlsen, CM Ed Prince, musician Ray Smalley and old friend Pete Lindstrom. Gen X is regarded as those born between 1965 and 1980. Our childhood...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 177 - Drumroll Wine 16.06.2026

The boys dump some things into this week's timecapsule just so we can take a look at it again in another 20 or 50 years. Then, they welcome in the Frazier's of Renton's own Drum Roll Wine talk about...well, wine, of course. The Frazier's are good folks who know their stuff and make a great product all the while supporting the community, bringing people together and being top notch...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 176 - We Almost Had Slinky! 09.06.2026

We had and then lost our guest this week, but we'll bring you Captain Slinky's Awesomely Asinine 45-Minute Trivia Hour sometime in July. So, this week, we drop some ideas and news in the time capsule, so we don't have to think too hard on them for 20 or 50 years, then chat about things going on in our worlds. Come join us on this thing called life! Don't forget to subscribe, commen...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 175 - Mark Thai Homemade Food Box 02.06.2026

The boys chuck some news stories and ideas from this past week into the time capsule to be dug up in 20 or 50 years. And then welcome in guest extraordinaire Mark Pinkaow of Mark Thai Food Box. You might know "Uncle" Mark from his and his wife's years of restaurants serving all over the Seattle area. Mark has been involved with Thai food and restaurants in New York, Las Vegas and all...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 174 - Ken Carlson 26.05.2026

Welcome to Episode 174! The boys throw some news stories into the time capsule to, hopefully, not have to deal with for 20 or 50 years. "Buzz, Buzz" is tonight's safe word which may get used quite a bit. Then they have guest Ken Carlson who is a comic creator, author and film maker. We discuss Ken's work, motivations and approach. We talk a little AI, which can't feel and has never been kicked in...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 173 - Pass the Cheez Whiz 19.05.2026

The boys throw some stuff in this week's time capsule, then discuss what American's love most: processed food! It's a look at the history and the good and bad of our food supply here in the states. Then, we kick off the first Magically Mystical Misfortune Machine for a loyal listener and subscriber. It's a packed episode, so don't forget to comment, share, like and subscribe. M...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 172 - Our Hometown 12.05.2026

The boys discuss the current events they want to throw into the time capsule and lock away for 20 or 50 years. Then talk about their hometown of Renton and things you should look for in your own hometown. Great parks, great restaurants, great food (same thing?), historic places, the people, the things! Then we take a look at our new Magically Mystical Misfortune Machine as we get ready to start ha...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 171 - Steve Martin's "Wild and Crazy Guy" 05.05.2026

The boys drop some news story stuff into this weeks' time capsule and then discuss one of the greatest and most absurd comedy albums of all time: "Wild and Crazy Guy", Steve Martin's 2nd album from 1978. We talk about its background and its cultural effect. It's a very cool album that show's Martin's career jump from popular touring small clubs to launching into the s...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 170 - GQ Overrated List From 1995 28.04.2026

The boys chat about a silly little GQ article from way back 1995, all about overrated things. It made the rounds on Redditt a few years ago, but we're bringing it back, along with a second article from 2024 about the overrated things from then! Holy smokes, people were weird in both eras. Don't forget to like, and subscribe and comment and share. Much love!

R-Town Podcast - Episode 169 - Author/Designer/'80s Curator Tamara Dever 21.04.2026

This week we have Tamara Dever, woman of many hats! She's an author, book designer, author coach, and curator of the '80s with her website TotallyCool80s.com! She's author of a children's book called "The Day We Found Yesterday" and several fun quiz books like the "Ultimate Mix Tape" quiz book series and the "I Like Big Books & I Cannot Lie"! We ta...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 168 - Sophia Sky of Seattle Erotic Art Festival 14.04.2026

The boys are joined by the fabulous Sophia Sky who is the Executive Director of SEAF. We dive into what SEAF is, how it got started, some of the artists, some of the many, many things available at the festival, why it is very important to the community, and what to expect when one spends the weekend immersed in this erotic festival. Thanks for the watch/listen, and please subscribe, like, comment...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 167 - Captain Slinky of Oddmall - Emporium of the Weird 07.04.2026

The boys catch up with their old friend Captain Slinky who, along with Mrs. Captain Slinky and their Oddlings, run the Oddmall here in Washington. They just so happen to have the Spring Sprung show coming up in a couple of weeks, so now is the perfect time to learn about the show. Take a listen and make sure you get out to Oddmall at least once in your life! Don't forget to comment, share, lik...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 166 - Taunt Winery "Mead With a Mission" 24.03.2026

This week we talk with Eric Taunt of new venture Taunt Winery LLC about mead, that ancient creation made with water, yeast, honey and time. He brings in some jalapeno mead to sample, and we discuss the process and his hope to create a business from a wonderful hobby, all the while helping disabled veterans and veteran causes. We also look at some headlines because this world is so crazy! Go give a...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 165 - Stuck in the 80s with Steve Spears 17.03.2026

We're spending some time back in the 80's with Steve Spears, co-host of the Stuck in the 80's Podcast and author of the new book: Stuck in the '80s: 20 Years of Conversations with Pop Culture Icons Who Defined a Decade. Steve recounts interviews and conversations with some fascinating stars of the decade of decadence who give some real insight into who they are. It's a great co...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 164 - Newsy 10.03.2026

It's another week's worth of news...the good, the bad, and the Kristi Noem. Man, there is a lot going on, including war, bombs, rising prices, missing files, red rashes, dinosaurs and shopping carts. R.I.P. Neil Sedaka. Like it, share it, comment on it and subscribe it. Keep your head down. Much love.

R-Town Podcast - Episode 163 - Just The News 03.03.2026

It's an episode of just headlines this week on the program. The boys dig into some of the good, the bad, and the ugly this week. From STOTU to Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees, and everything in between. Enjoy the show? Don't forget to like, subscribe, comment and share. Don't like the show, we still love you. Comment and let us know how we can improve. Much Love!

R-Town Podcast - Episode 162 - Songs Categorically #1 24.02.2026

Episode 162 finds the boys discussing all the funky sheet happening around the world this week, some fun, some not fun at all. Then they jump into talking about songs that may have never been #1 on the Billboard, but are number one for another reason, like most awesome, best American and best female led rocker. It's all about the music on this episode, so give a like, a subscribe, a comment an...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 161 - Horrible Way to Die 17.02.2026

The boys run through the headlines of the week before jumping into some of the worst ways to die from some notable historical figures. Genghis Khan, Allan Pinkerton and Jack Daniels just to name a few. Most has to do with gangrene and blook poisoning. Ugh! Give a like, a subscribe, a comment and a share. Forgive the audio issues! Much love!

R-Town Podcast - Episode 160 - Andy Vargo 10.02.2026

The boys get down to brass tax with the headlines of the week, the good, the bad and the downright ugly! But then pick it up with author, podcaster, comedian, speaker, life-change coach and Tacoma native Andy Vargo to chat with us about his methods, approach to his work and his use of comedy to find connection. Come and site around the swell-er-rific radio and listen. And don't forget to like,...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 159 - U.F.O.'s 03.02.2026

Hitting the headlines in this crazy world with all the crap they are shoving down our gullets. Then, we talk U.F.O.'s as Mike is recently back from the Squatch Fest/Galactic Fest, learning about visitors from outer space! The boys discuss some of the many UFO encounters in history and Project Bluebook, alien abduction, and foo fighters, not the Grohl band. Get tuned in, share, like, comment, discu...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 158 - Gen X Memories 27.01.2026

The boys start the Episode like most, talking about the headlines, the world, and the craziness that's going on around it, especially in our country. Then we reminisce about some of the things growing up only Generation X remember, things we experienced as a particular generation and things that younger generations would probably find nuts. It's an episode filled with memories, some even g...

R-Town Podcast - Episode 157 - Marketing is Life 20.01.2026

The boys talk about what is going on this week in headlines, then discuss how marketing has taken over our lives! Is the fabric of our American existence built on marketing and advertising ploys? If you've ever bought or considered buying a diamond engagement ring, a greeting card for bosses' day, or rang in the holidays with a big fat red Santa Claus, then the answer is undoubtedly yes. G...

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