Episode notes:

Life update: Aubrey's big move

Aubrey recounts her whirlwind move from Salt Lake to Madison, including stops in St. Louis and Kansas City

Multiple legs of travel: graduation events, Yellowstone, packing chaos

U-Haul issues, car towing logistics, and vacuum-sealed bags saved the day

One casualty: the grill flew off her Kia mid-drive--but all else survived

Settling in

The new apartment is mostly unpacked (minus a couch)

Aubrey and Hayden are adjusting well, and enjoying the Midwest summer

Hayden has started his new job, joining the "Beaker" team and diving into orientation

Movie talk: Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning

Spoiler-free discussion with Peter and Aubrey both praising the film

Aubrey admits to missing the early films but loves the franchise's vibe

Peter shares thoughts on the evolution of the series, noting a tonal shift in this entry

Both appreciate the intense action, suspense, and signature Tom Cruise running scenes

Discussion of directing styles through the series--from De Palma to McQuarrie

Peter floats the idea that this film might be both the best and worst of the series

Looking Ahead

Aubrey plans to watch Mission Impossible 1--4 to complete her viewing experience

A follow-up episode on the early entries in the franchise is teased

Show Notes:

- Aubrey calls in from the car after a weekend trip to Yellowstone.

- Reflections on the weird but welcome post-grad downtime.

- Trip to St. Louis to see Hayden graduate--one ceremony brought sunburn, the other brought Simone Biles.

- Simone Biles sighting! Aubrey was just feet away and too starstruck to say anything--but did manage to snap a photo.

- Simone gave a great speech--delivered from a literal gold podium, heels and all.

- More travel ahead: packing up, visiting Poki, and bouncing between places.

- Peter reports on rainy weather, a now-employed teen lifeguard, and general quiet.

- Brief episode to stay connected before a fuller one later in the week.

Show Notes

Concert Experience:

- Attended Spiritbox's sold-out show at Rockwell (The Complex, SLC).

- Observations on the diverse crowd and high female representation compared to typical metal shows.

- Praise for the band's dynamic live performance, visuals, and tight set design.

- Standout songs: “Holy Roller”, “Soft Spine”, “No Loss, No Loss”, and “Crystal Roses”.

- Courtney LaPlante described as a "spooky angel fairy princess demon" for her mesmerizing stage presence.

Setlist & Discography Thoughts:

- Breakdown of Spiritbox's unique release strategy: multiple EPs and singles instead of traditional albums.

- Discussion of their rapid rise following "Holy Roller" and how they've kept momentum by staying in the public eye with frequent releases.

- Comparison to Weird Al's release philosophy in the digital age.

Opening Acts:

- Thoughts on Dying Wish (humorously misread as "Dingwish") and Loathe.

- Energy and effort were appreciated, but the music didn't quite land with either host.

Group Outing:

- The joy of going with a group: Hayden, Liv, Jess, and Jon joined for dinner and the show.

- Reflections on the generational experience of concerts and aging at shows ("these kids don't stand anymore").

Resistance Training = Fountain of Youth:

- Peter shares evidence-based insights on how strength training can improve longevity, skin quality, recovery, and overall health.

- Emphasizes the role of muscle in balance, injury prevention, and post-surgical recovery.

- "Pick something up, put it down, repeat until you're nearly out of gas -- that's the magic."