In this episode, Mark and Austin sit down with adaptive strongman James Spurgeon to talk strength, resilience, and mindset. James shares his powerful journey from military service to navigating personal challenges and finding purpose through fitness. The conversation dives into mental health, how physical strength builds mental toughness, and the adaptive techniques James uses to train and compete. They also explore nutrition, coaching, and how social media has helped James connect with and inspire a growing community. Throughout it all, James reminds listeners that limitations are often mental—and that joy and progress can be found at every stage of the fitness journey.

In this episode, we break down the real lessons comedy teaches you — usually the hard way. From figuring things out on stage to learning why discipline matters more than raw talent, we unpack what it actually takes to grow as a comedian.

We talk about pulling material from everyday life, the importance of connecting with an audience (otherwise it’s just public speaking with jokes), and why testing material in front of real humans is non-negotiable. We also touch on faith, mental health, and how comedy can be both a calling and a coping mechanism.

Plus, why every small opportunity should be treated like gold, why recording your sets is humbling but necessary, and how trial and error ends up being the best teacher you never asked for.

If you’ve ever learned in public, grown along the way, or laughed through the process — this one’s for you.

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Picture a living room where the remote is missing, the Wi-Fi is glitchy, and someone just discovered a mystery drawer during a junk removal job. That’s the energy of this episode. We wade into family dynamics that spark both laughter and light-bulb moments, talk through the maze of parenting in a digital world, and swap stories from teaching and professional training that didn’t go according to the script. We dust off childhood memories that still quietly steer our grown-up choices, peek behind the curtain of the stuff people keep (and toss), and celebrate how showing up for our communities shapes who we’re becoming. Along the way, we reflect, recalibrate, and find humor tucked into the everyday like loose change in the couch. It’s all part of growing not just as people, but as podcasters, learning out loud one episode at a time

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Mark and Austin bounce through more topics than a kid who just discovered espresso. One minute they’re talking about the stress of standardized testing, the next they’re hyping up community events like the Rojo event and introducing their new venture, Husky Buddy. Along the way, they share feel good stories of kindness in schools, prove that some everyday prices are shockingly still holding the line, and describe their dream homes like they’re designing them on a napkin at Waffle House.

They also tackle important stuff, like air travel etiquette, school safety, and the behind the scenes chaos of the restaurant service industry, all while keeping it light and relatable. The conversation takes a sharp turn into military readiness, exploring just how much can actually get done with only a 24 hour notice, which somehow leads into food debates, ancestry test surprises, and personal stories that spiral in the best way.

Between laughs, teaching memories, podcast reflections, and a few “how did we get here?” moments, the episode feels like a group chat come to life. It’s thoughtful, unpredictable, occasionally educational, and mostly just two guys having a great time talking about everything and absolutely nothing all at once 🎙️😄

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Join Mark and Austin for a joy-filled conversation with singer-songwriter Eli Gable that blends laughter, faith, and purpose. From fast-food stories that somehow turn into life lessons to meaningful reflections on following God’s call, Eli opens up about his journey from Ohio to Nashville and the music that flows from his walk with Jesus. He shares how his song “Take the Rains” became a reminder of hope and trust for so many, even in hard seasons. Packed with genuine moments, easy laughter, and encouragement, this episode is an uplifting reminder that God can use every step of the journey for His glory. Whether you know Eli’s music or are hearing his story for the first time, this conversation will leave you smiling and inspired.

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Join Mark and Austin for a joy-filled conversation with singer-songwriter Eli Gable that blends laughter, faith, and purpose. From fast-food stories that somehow turn into life lessons to meaningful reflections on following God’s call, Eli opens up about his journey from Ohio to Nashville and the music that flows from his walk with Jesus. He shares how his song “Take the Rains” became a reminder of hope and trust for so many, even in hard seasons. Packed with genuine moments, easy laughter, and encouragement, this episode is an uplifting reminder that God can use every step of the journey for His glory. Whether you know Eli’s music or are hearing his story for the first time, this conversation will leave you smiling and inspired.

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In this episode of Life with Rojo, Mark and Austin jump into a fun, free-flowing conversation that bounces from childhood cartoons and the great sweet potato debate to the chaos of getting locked out of your own house. Along the way, they swap hilarious stories about family gatherings, introduce the idea of “Husky Buddies,” and laugh through the frustrations of fashion sizing. Packed with humor, nostalgia, and plenty of relatable moments, this episode perfectly captures the chemistry and friendship that keep the show feeling real and entertaining.

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On this episode of Life with Rojo, we sit down with one of the most iconic personalities in Banana Ball — the Dancing Ump from the Savannah Bananas! From calling strikes to busting moves, he’s redefined what it means to bring energy, entertainment, and pure joy to the game.

We talk about how he got started, what it’s like performing in front of sold-out crowds, the moments that changed his life, and the heart behind the Bananas’ mission to make baseball fun again. Get ready for laughs, behind-the-scenes stories, and a look into the creativity that keeps fans coming back for more.

Whether you’re a hardcore Bananas fan or just love a good story, this episode is guaranteed to brighten your day.

Tune in, laugh with us, and enjoy the show!

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