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Back to Search122 - Scroll, Rage, Repeat: Humanity’s Dumpster Fire
Episode 122
In this episode of The Barn Philosopher, Ridge shares his post-surgery revelation about one of society’s most toxic pastimes—comment sections. With s…
10 months, 1 week ago
121 - Imperfect Inspiration: The People Who Shape Us
Episode 121
On a dark, rainy drive, Ridge and Shelby dig deep into a conversation about inspiration and imperfection. Who are the people who truly shape us — and…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
120 - Project Complete(ish): The Barn Studio Chronicles
Season 1 Episode 120
We finally did it — The Barn Philosopher is recording in the new barn studio! There’s still painting to finish, wires dangling everywhere, and a door…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
119 - Ridge’s Recycled Alien Story and Shelby’s Skeptical Soul
Season 1 Episode 119
In this episode, Ridge dives into a familiar alien story — one Shelby’s already heard, but lets slide (mostly) because it’s still a good one. The con…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
118 - When Saving a Life Costs a Legacy: Who Should Take the Hit?
Season 1 Episode 118
Shelby’s sipping his last Japanese beer, complaining about pretentious travelers who think drinks taste better “from the source,” before he and Ridge…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
117 -Frogs, Firecrackers, and Regret: The Haunting of Two Grown Boys
Season 1 Episode 117
In this episode of The Barn Philosopher, Ridge and Shelby open up about the things that haunt them—big and small. From anger that lingers too long, t…
10 months, 4 weeks ago
116 - Burger Math 101: Biggie Bag vs. Triple Trouble
Season 1 Episode 116
In this episode of The Barn Philosopher, Ridge and Shelby put fast food science to the test with a head-to-head showdown: Wendy’s Biggie Bag vs. Dave…
11 months ago
115 - A Barnyard Zombie Apocalypse: Culinary Curiosities for the End Times
Season 1 Episode 115
In this episode of The Barn Philosopher, Ridge puts Shelby on the spot with a classic survival question: what would you do in a zombie apocalypse? Fr…
11 months ago
114 - The First Teachers: Why Parents Matter More Than Homework
Season 1 Episode 114
In this on the road and back-to-school episode of The Barn Philosopher, Ridge shares the chaos of launching kids into three different schools and the…
11 months, 1 week ago
113 - Fat Bodies No More Challenge: The Barn Slim-posium
Season 1 Episode 113
In this episode, Ridge and Shelby kick off a weight loss challenge and admit they’re tired of living as “fat bodies.” It’s not just about looking bet…
11 months, 1 week ago