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The Setlist of Life

The Setlist of Life

De : Leslie Kirsten Christine & Aaron
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Four former members of the band “Dolly4Sue” reunite to give a witty personal account their cool, and not so cool, adventures over the last decade as musicians in a “Mom band”. Listen in as they lean on each other while balancing life, family, and music. You just might find yourself finding yourself along the way.

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    • 133 I Still Believe

      133 I Still Believe
      Feb 10 2026
      In this episode of The Setlist of Life, former bandmates Christine, Aaron, and Kirsten dive into Valentine's Day philosophy, the surprising history of playing cards and tarot, and why some people still believe in the full moon's power over human behavior. The conversation meanders from head spa goddess energy and lunar calendars to deep philosophical debates courtesy of a kids' "Would You Rather" game—proving that questions designed for seven-year-olds can spark surprisingly adult conversations about integrity, time travel, and sandwich taxonomy.The crew explores self-care rituals (including a luxurious head spa experience), fitness motivation through reality TV, and why celebrating Valentine's Day doesn't require romance. Listener mail brings a fascinating deep dive into the evolution of playing cards from 8th-century China to modern tarot, while the group tackles existential questions like "Are we alone in the universe?" and "Is a hot dog actually a sandwich?" Plus: upcoming travel to Portugal and Spain, emoji usage philosophies, and why words still matter in a world of digital shorthand. Perfect for Gen X music lovers, midlife creatives, and anyone who appreciates unscripted conversations that blend nostalgia, humor, and unexpected wisdom.💡 Counterintuitive InsightsValentine's Day works better as a celebration of all love rather than romantic exclusivity – treating it as a gratitude holiday removes pressure and increases meaningThe full moon's behavioral influence may be less about mysticism and more about pattern recognition – healthcare workers and parents notice disruptions because they're primed to look for them during specific lunar phasesChildren's game questions reveal more about adult values than adult conversation prompts – being asked to choose between being "known as a thief or liar" cuts straight to integrity in ways sophisticated questions avoid📚 Additional Information & ReferencesMentioned Resources:iFit fitness platform – reality show searching for new trainersPhineas and Ferb – "Love Handle" episode featuring LindanaBrenda K. Starr – "I Still Believe" (1987)Duolingo Portuguese language learningScrabble app for random opponent playHistorical Deep Dive (from listener Kirsten):Playing cards origin: China, ~868 CETarot emergence: Italy, mid-1400sKing of Hearts became beardless through woodblock copying degradation over centuriesFrench occultists reinterpreted tarot symbolically in mid-1700sCultural References:National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (Margo, Todd, carpet scene)Queen Victoria Netflix/Masterpiece seriesBack to the Future time travel frameworkNeil deGrasse Tyson / Stephen Hawking on alien lifeContextual Notes:Episode recorded during post-snowstorm week (two-hour school delays, iced-over driveways)Valentine's Day falls on Saturday, February 14, 2026Chinese New Year 2026 referenced (Year of the Horse/Dragon discussion)Discovery Queries:"What is the history of playing cards and tarot cards connection""Would you rather questions for adults that actually make you think""How to celebrate Valentine's Day when you're single and love it""What does the full moon actually do to people's behavior""Are hot dogs sandwiches philosophical debate explanation"🎵 THE SETLIST – YouTube Chapters00:00 – Track 1: Still Believe (Brenda K. Starr) & Valentine's Day for Everyone 01:53 – Track 2: The Aglet Debate – When Phineas & Ferb Taught Us Vocabulary 05:48 – Track 3: Head Spa Goddess Energy – Why Self-Care Beats Snow Days 09:42 – Track 4: We've Got Mail! The Playing Cards Deep Dive 16:05 – Track 5: Tarot, Two of Cups & Lunar Calendar Living 20:09 – Track 6: Full Moon Madness – Do Hospitals Really Get Crazier? 24:44 – Track 7: iFit Reality TV & Finding Your Fitness Story 29:10 – Track 8: Would You Rather Game – When 7+ Questions Get Existential 32:33 – Track 9: Known as a Thief or Liar? The Integrity Question 37:06 – Track 10: Time Travel Dilemma – Back to the Future or Forward Into Unknown? 46:09 – Track 11: Tennis Balls vs. Baseballs – Risk Assessment 101 50:43 – Track 12: Portugal, Spain & The Art of Solo Business Travel 53:11 – Track 13: Are We Alone in the Universe? The Mold Spore Theory 57:28 – Track 14: Is a Hot Dog a Sandwich? Philosophy in the Kitchen 59:21 – Track 15: Emoji Culture & Why Some of Us Just Use Words🎸 BACKSTAGE WISDOM"Goddess energy is just what happens when you trade the caftan for the carpool—someday you get both."
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      1 h et 6 min
    • 132 - Welcome to the Jungle

      132 - Welcome to the Jungle
      Feb 3 2026
      00:00 – Track 1: Welcome to the Jungle (Intro & Birthday Shoutouts)02:19 – Track 2: The Great Tarp Experiment (Snow Removal Hacks That Actually Work)06:42 – Track 3: Shoveling Confessions (Bodies, Backyards, and the HOA Fine)12:45 – Track 4: The Snowblower in the Garage You Can't Reach14:43 – Track 5: Tids and Bits (Pennsylvania Roots & Podcast Memory Lane)18:19 – Track 6: War Games & Better Off Dead (Movie Recs Gone Wrong)21:12 – Track 7: Art Garfunkel's Kid Goes to School23:01 – Track 8: Mount Cleverest (True or False Trivia Showdown)39:35 – Track 9: Carmen Sandiego Is NOT a YouTuber46:15 – Track 10: Wonder Woman, Bruce Banner, and Comic Book Confusion52:24 – Track 11: Nymphly (The New Trail Name Origin Story)59:40 – Track 12: Honey Never Spoils & Walt Disney's 22 Oscars01:04:29 – Track 13: Health, Wellness, and Why We're the Fun Podcast01:09:56 – Track 14: What Would You Miss If the Band Broke Up?What do snow removal hacks, Carmen Sandiego, and your post-death transformation into household objects have in common? They're all fair game on *The Setlist of Life*. This week, the band dives into the viral "tarp method" for avoiding snow shoveling (spoiler: it works, but not always), shares shoveling injury war stories, and debates whether baby carrots are secretly bleached. The gang plays the Mount Cleverest trivia game again featuring questions about fish sneezes, Spider-Man's real name, and whether honey can actually spoil (it can't). The conversation takes unexpected turns: Art Garfunkel's kid attends school with Joey, "nymphly" becomes a trail name, and the group contemplates what they'd become if their ashes were turned into objects. (Spoiler: trees, wine bottles, and heart paperweights are all in the running.)Perfect for Gen X music lovers, midlife creatives, and anyone navigating family life with humor and curiosity. Unscripted, authentic, and always educational—even when talking about Doritos as kindling.- **Snow removal doesn't require suffering:** The tarp method works surprisingly well for driveways and cars—but only if you avoid "aggressive tarping" (too wide = too heavy).- **Midlife friendships thrive on diversity, not sameness:** The best groups aren't built from people who are alike—they're built from people who give you permission to be exactly who you are.- **Steady Ed Hedrick was turned into a Frisbee after death:** His ashes were molded into the very object he invented—proving legacy can be both functional and eternal.### 🛠️ Actionable Steps- Try the tarp method for your next snowstorm: lay tarps on driveways, walkways, and cars *before* snow falls, then lift and shake off once it's done.- Use baby carrots guilt-free—the "bleach myth" has been debunked; they're safe and convenient.- Create a "fun podcast" playlist for car rides and walks when you need laughter over intensity.### 💡 Conceptual Insights- True friendship groups aren't about shared backgrounds—they're about shared freedom to be weird, honest, and curious.- Nostalgia isn't just memory—it's a tool for connection (see: Better Off Dead, War Games, Carmen Sandiego references across generations).- Planning your "ash legacy" (trees, objects, keepsakes) is a surprisingly meaningful way to think about impact and continuity.### 🎯 Strategic Applications- **For Midlife Creatives:** Stay in bands, book clubs, or creative groups not for mastery—but for the irreplaceable vibe only certain people create.- **For Parents:** Model curiosity and humor about aging, death, and legacy—it makes hard topics lighter for kids (and yourself).ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & REFERENCES### Mentioned in Episode:- **Mount Cleverest** – Trivia card game (true/false format)- **Better Off Dead** (1985) – Christine's favorite movie- **War Games** (1984) – Matthew Broderick film- **Spinal Tap 2** – Released September 12, 2025 (mentioned as watched on United Airlines)- **Joey Chestnut controversy** – 2024 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest ban (sponsorship conflict with Impossible Foods)- **Steady Ed Hedrick** – Inventor of the Frisbee; ashes turned into a Frisbee- **Carmen Sandiego** – 1990s educational game character (not a YouTuber)- **Tarp Method for Snow Removal** – Viral snow hack using tarps, bungee cords, and strategic placement- **Baby Carrots Bleach Myth** – Debunked; safe chlorine rinse at industry-standard levels 🎸 BACKSTAGE WISDOM*"We're the best you got—and honestly, that's the vibe every midlife friendship should have."*
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      1 h et 14 min
    • 131 Riding the Storm Out

      131 Riding the Storm Out
      Jan 27 2026
      Join Christine, Kirsten, and Aaron—as they prepare for "snowmageddon" while exploring this week's musical theme: "Riding the Storm Out" by REO Speedwagon. This unscripted conversation blends music nostalgia with midlife authenticity as the trio shares storm preparation strategies (including the viral tarp trick), debates Breaking Bad's intensity, and discovers the therapeutic power of playing piano during solo weekends.The episode features an entertaining Mount Cleverest trivia game revealing fascinating facts: goats have rectangular pupils, humans are the only animals with chins, and only twelve people have walked on the moon. Between questions, they explore the challenges of treadmill monotony (solved by iFit's virtual travel experiences), the awkwardness of manicures versus pedicures, and why Simon and Garfunkel's catalog remains timeless for piano practice.Music education takes center stage as Aaron discusses teaching drums to his daughter, while Joey pursues prog rock and metal bands at music school in Boston. The conversation touches on how music history classes made world history finally click, the connection between 20th-century art and music, and why R.E.M.'s early '90s alternative sound still resonates today. Perfect for midlife music enthusiasts, parents navigating the chaos, and anyone who believes the best conversations happen when musicians gather—even without their vocalist.3 Counterintuitive Insights• Stock your pantry, not your fridge during storms - While everyone rushes to fill their refrigerators, the real strategy is buying non-perishables like peanut butter that don't require power (or use the snow as a natural cooler outside)• The hand dentist principle - Not all self-care is equally relaxing; pedicures beat manicures because you can multitask and avoid awkward face-to-face silence while someone works on your extremities• History becomes interesting through music - Learning chronology through music history classes reveals more about world events than traditional history courses; the cultural context makes dates and movements finally stick3 Key TakeawaysActionable StepsTry the tarp trick for winter weather: Lay tarps on stairs, driveways, or create a designated potty area for elderly pets before snow hits—then simply pull away the snow-covered tarp the next dayUse iFit or similar apps to combat treadmill boredom: Virtual travel experiences through Morocco, Portugal, or Patagonia transform monotonous cardio into cultural educationPlay brain games like Spark's Chrono: Challenge yourself to put historical events in chronological order—it's harder than you think and keeps your mind sharpConceptual InsightsParenting creative kids requires strategic non-interference: Show them something interesting, then walk away—let curiosity drive their learning rather than correction stifling their explorationTravel transforms abstract history into tangible experience: Visiting places like Rome's Colosseum or Pompeii creates emotional connections that textbooks never could, especially for young learnersMultidisciplinary learning reveals hidden connections: Integrating subjects (like studying 20th-century music alongside 20th-century art) creates deeper understanding than isolated study ever willAdditional InformationResources & Apps Mentioned:Spark (app with Chrono game) - Chronological ordering game for history buffsiFit - Interactive fitness app with virtual travel experiences and competition showsMount Cleverest - Trivia game featured in episodeBooks & Shows Referenced:The Charm Offensive - Rom-com novel about a Bachelor-type showBreaking Bad - Intense drama series (intense for sensitive viewers)Stumbled - Light comedy mockumentary about junior college cheerleading coachMusic & Artists Discussed:REO Speedwagon - "Riding the Storm Out"Simon & Garfunkel - "Bridge Over Troubled Water," "Cecilia," "Scarborough Fair"R.E.M. - "Man on the Moon," early '90s alternative eraLes Misérables & Phantom of the Opera - Musical theater playbooksBach French Suite - Classical piano pieceGin Blossoms - '90s alternative band (saw live in Tempe)Museums Mentioned:Musical Instrument Museum (Tempe, AZ) - Described as incredible, featuring instruments from around the world plus celebrity artifactsExperience Music Project (Seattle) - Interactive music museum focusing on Jimi Hendrix and Kurt CobainMuseum of Language/Words (Washington, D.C.) - Linguistics-focused museumFun Facts Learned:Goats have rectangular pupils for better depth perception while climbingHumans are the only animals with chin protrusions12 humans have walked on the moon (all during Apollo missions)"Hirple" (limp awkwardly) and "kirple" (saddle strap) both rhyme with purpleThe King of Hearts has been clean-shaven since the 1500sRoblox (2006) predates Minecraft (2011)Average person walks equivalent of 3 Earth circumferences in their lifetimeBackstage Wisdom"Wonder Bread bags over snow boots taught us resilience; now we're teaching our kids ...
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      57 min
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