Casually Lit

Drake, Doom, and Dress Codes

In this episode, Rohde sits this one out, but the conversation stays lively. Jason stands firm as a proud Drake stan—defending him, but not without a few caveats. Meanwhile, Dirk braves the cold for a run and learns firsthand that freezing temperatures don’t play nice.

Style debates spark as Tony makes it clear he’s not on board with tennis shoes paired with suits. Fashion rules or personal preference? The discussion unfolds.

Jason shares his struggle with watching cam-rip videos of movies in theaters—just cannot do it. And as news swirls about RDJ potentially taking on Doctor Doom, skepticism rises. Will the fans go for it? Will it work? 

From music and movies to fashion and freezing runs, this episode serves up a mix of passionate takes and thought-provoking debates.

Craft Brews, PC Power, and PlayStation Plot Twists

This episode kicks off with Rohde diving into the world of craft beer, talking a little Great Raft Brewing. Meanwhile, Tony enters a new era—officially joining the ranks of PC Master Race gamers. He is no longer an X Box fan boy.

In the sports segment, the conversation gets heated as the crowd weighs in on whether it's time to fire Nico. Luka and LA still doesn't sound quite right.

Entertainment ramps up with Jason’s excitement over the Days Gone Remaster and a wild possibility—Sony PlayStation might get Halo! Plus, a few unexpected twists round out the episode, making for another unpredictable ride.

Fueled by good conversation and strong opinions, this episode delivers a perfect mix of gaming, sports, and craft beer culture.

Hiccups, Home Alone, and a Horrid Super Bowl Preview

In this episode, we dive into some wild tales, including Tony's near-death experience with a hiccup and his newfound love for home alone time. We also share a genius parenting hack for keeping track of your kids in a crowd, and Rohde spills the beans on his newfound love for coffee.

So grab a beer, kick back, and join us for a casual and entertaining conversation. You won't want to miss it!

Highlights:

• Tony's near-death hiccup experience
• Tony's newfound love for home alone time
• A genius parenting hack for keeping track of your kids in a crowd
• Rohde's newfound love for coffee

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Walmart vs. Small Towns, Luka Gone Away, and Tear-Jerking Flicks!

In this episode of Casually Lit Podcast, we dive deep into the corporate world by unraveling Dollar General's business model and discussing how Walmart's dominance affects small towns. Due to the Luka trade we also talk about the buzz surrounding Jason's questionable Laker allegiance—is his fandom for real or just a ruse? We breakdown the trade in a non expert way. 

We'll then switch gears to rock out with All That Remains' latest record and explore the highly anticipated Jurassic World Reborn trailer. Finally, we wind down with some emotional movie talk, sharing a list of flicks that tug at our heartstrings: Black Hawk Down, We Were Soldiers, Saving Private Ryan, We Are Marshall, Dances with Wolves, and Ladder 49.

Grab your tissues, folks—it's going to be a tear-jerker of an episode!

Tony's Sushi Bday, NFL Upsets, and Game Night Madness!

In this episode of The Casually Lit Podcast, we dive into Tony's epic birthday party at Lakewood Brewing, OHB, and some fantastic sushi, followed by a game night at The Rohdes' home. The NFL playoffs are heating up, and poor Jason is heartbroken over the Eagles' victory over the Lions. As if things couldn't get worse, we touch on the terrible news about Tony's storage unit getting robbed. But we do end on a high note with a chat about Killswitch Engage's new song, Papa Roach's latest, and a dive into Arcane Seasons 1 and 2. Tune in for all the good beers and fun.

War Hammer Adventures, Birthday Cheers, and Cowboys Still Suck

We kick things off with a bang this week, celebrating Tony’s 41st birthday in style. Next, we dive into Dirk’s adventurous trip to College Station, where he braved the world of War Hammer, despite its rather "unique" ambiance. We then shift our focus to the glitz and glamour of CES in Vegas, exploring the latest and greatest in tech innovations. Football fans, rejoice! We dissect the ongoing Dallas Cowboys coaching search and speculate how legends Deon Sanders and Jason Witten might shake things up. 

Our episode wouldn’t be complete without some high-octane chatter about the Fast and the Furious franchise, paired with a healthy dose of skepticism for the underwhelming Switch 2 teaser. 

All this excitement is expertly paired with the delightful flavors of Martin House Cookies and Cream, False Idol The Monster in Us, and The Starless One. 

Tune in for an episode packed with lively discussions, memorable moments, and plenty of laughs. 🎙️

Happy listening! 🎧

 

Happy New Year 2025

In this episode of Casually Lit, the crew reflects on the highlights (and lowlights) of 2024. We share some hilarious anecdotes about the art of "public dodging" – the skillful maneuver of avoiding and making a hasty retreat when you spot someone you know in public.

Rohde, discusses: reducing beer to a syrup consistency for pancake / waffle topping. 

We also dive into the world of Goosebumps-inspired beers from Turning Point Brewery that a friend bought us. We discuss our tasting notes a bit. We also tried the Big Bad Baptist Blueberry, which got a ravishing Oatmeal review from Jason.

Jason and Dirk talk about their experience watching Sonic the Hedgehog 3 in a vibrating, rocking movie theater seat. Was it worth it?

If you need savings tips stay until the end because we are going to share our processes!  

Listen now to hear the full episode and join in on the laughter!

Whiskey Wisdom & Political Woes

Get ready for a boozy and boisterous episode of Casually Lit! Tony, our resident whiskey aficionado, brings in three unique pours for the crew to sample. He guides us through the art of "swishing" – a connoisseur's technique for truly appreciating the spirit.

As the whiskey flows, the conversation veers towards drinking and gaming. Good or bad? 

Jason recaps a recent Jurassic World rewatch. He rewatched all 3.

But the mood shifts as Jason and Tony delve into the complexities of the current political landscape. They dissect the election process, discuss the challenges of trusting government leaders, and lament the overall messiness of the political arena.

Join us for an episode filled with whiskey wisdom, gaming banter, and a healthy dose of political discourse.

When Things Get out of Hand This is What You Get

This week on Casually Lit, we touch on a new style of podcasting, Paul Walker, Puff Daddy and more. We start by mentioning Paul Walker, the man that elevated the Fast and Furious franchise and was the best part of it. Next, we raise a glass to Village Creek Brewing, a local brewery poised to take over the world with their craft brews. Finally, we unveil our ambitious new joke (or is it) project: Gorilla Podcasting. Prepare to be entertained as we discuss our plans to crash events and record live podcasts from unexpected locations. And, of course, we couldn't resist taking a few shots at Puff Daddy, whose recent antics have left us scratching our heads. Join us for an all over the place thought-provoking episode filled with laughter, insights, and a whole lot of opinions.

Cotton Candied Bacon The Texas State Fair Recap

What can we say about this except...gross. We recapped our visit to the Texas State Fair. We talked the cotton candy bacon, and more. We also dug into a little WWF, I mean WWE past. Tony and Jason used to like it. Rohde loves Paw Patrol and Jason tried like crazy to discuss Alien Romulus but it just was not happening. We touched on a Samurai Predator and the new Alien show that is going to take place on Earth.