
Roderick on the Line
Merlin Mann's frank & candid weekly phone call with John Roderick of The Long Winters
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May 2, 2023 • 0sec
Ep. 498: "The Jimmy Carter of Jerusalem"
The Problem: John’s not allowed to go to Egypt without his kid.
(Recorded on Monday, May 1, 2023)
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Apr 24, 2023 • 0sec
Ep. 497: "Where the Grocery Stores Are"
The Problem: It was a box of props that John brought.
(Recorded on Monday, April 24, 2023.)
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Apr 18, 2023 • 0sec
Ep. 496: "Dad Church"
The Problem: Ken is a punner.
(Recorded on Monday, April 17, 2023.)
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Apr 10, 2023 • 0sec
Ep. 495: "Hauling Balls"
The Problem: It was Picture Day.
(Recorded on Monday, April 10, 2023.)
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Apr 5, 2023 • 0sec
Ep. 494: "Corn Cob Night"
The Problem: John’s liver was somewhere else.
(Recorded on Monday, April 3, 2023.)
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Mar 20, 2023 • 0sec
Ep. 493: "Part of an Amp"
The Problem: John will follow you down a manhole.
(Recorded on Monday, March 20, 2023.)
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Mar 13, 2023 • 0sec
Ep. 492: "The Naked Beach"
The Problem: John was seeing all the people in their church clothes.
(Recorded on Monday, March 13, 2023.)
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Mar 6, 2023 • 0sec
Ep. 491: "The Adventurous Choice"
This conversation dives into the hilarity of aging, filled with anecdotes about ventriloquism and the oddities of travel. The hosts share their chaotic breakfast adventure after a trip, whipping up a meal from hot dog buns and cheese. They reflect on Southern experiences in Charleston and Savannah, weaving history with personal tales. Humor shines through as they navigate high-ranking corporate events and the intricacies of balancing family travel with work commitments. Overall, it’s a delightful mix of laughter, nostalgia, and meaningful connections.

Feb 20, 2023 • 0sec
Ep. 490: "Sandwich Joe Dorito"
The hosts engage in playful banter about their mustaches and technical mishaps during recording. They share nostalgic stories while navigating the quirks of using glasses, metaphorically linking vision changes to new perspectives. Humorous anecdotes about music relationships and audio challenges add to the fun. They delve into emotional availability, discussing the complexities of communication among men and the influence of social media. Finally, they advocate for embracing uncertainty in education and valuing diverse perspectives in conversations.

Feb 14, 2023 • 0sec
Ep. 489: "Heroin Parties"
The Problem: It didn’t connect under John’s nose.
(Recorded on Monday, February 13, 2023.)
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