Roderick on the Line
Merlin Mann's frank & candid weekly phone call with John Roderick of The Long Winters
Latest episodes
Aug 12, 2024 • 0sec
Ep. 548: "Seattle Friends"
The conversation kicks off with a humorous take on suburban life, celebrating quirky neighborhood moments. There's a lighthearted exploration of using an 'e-rake' for yard maintenance, mixing gadget banter with the challenges of upkeep. The hosts dive into the complexities of relationships, humorously discussing boundaries in friendships. They also reflect on the absurdities of neighborly nuisances and the impact of AI on social interactions. Gift ideas and transitions in life are shared, adding a light touch to the process of aging.
Aug 5, 2024 • 0sec
Ep. 547: "The Servant's Exit"
The conversation kicks off with amusing health anecdotes, including a fast-food mishap. Candid reflections on diet and gastrointestinal woes lead to humorous takes on past dining disasters. The speakers delve into the chaos of rock performance while managing their health. They share backstage tales from Slim's Last Chance, blending nostalgia with the quirks of touring life. Playful commentary on childhood characters and physics follows. Finally, they discuss the serious topic of Narcan, intertwining humor with insights on addiction and the music industry.
Jul 29, 2024 • 0sec
Ep. 546: "A Sugar Season"
The Problem: John doesn’t usually have sympathetic issues.
(Recorded on Monday, July 29, 2024.)
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Jul 22, 2024 • 0sec
Ep. 545: "The Lowest Person"
The Problem: She was recognizing that John was corporeal.
(Recorded on Monday, July 22, 2024.)
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Jul 15, 2024 • 0sec
Ep. 544: "The Hay Bale Stage"
The Problem: Their clam is John’s clam.
(Recorded on Monday, July 15, 2024.)
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Jul 8, 2024 • 0sec
Ep. 543: "The Two Spleens"
The Problem: Ken can’t be the queen bee every day.
(Recorded on Monday, July 8, 2024.)
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Jul 1, 2024 • 0sec
Ep. 542: "Mr. Mike"
The Problem: John got treated like a weed.
(Recorded on Monday, July 1, 2024.)
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Jun 24, 2024 • 0sec
Ep. 541: "Looking Over God's Shoulder"
The Problem: John was a terrible edgelord.
(Recorded on Monday, June 24, 2024.)
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Jun 17, 2024 • 0sec
Ep. 540: "Appointed Holes"
The Problem: John’s barrage is insane.
(Recorded on Monday, June 17, 2024.)
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Jun 10, 2024 • 0sec
Ep. 539: "God Made the Rat"
The Problem: They were grandfathered into America.
(Recorded on Monday, June 10, 2024.)
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