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Rocket Science Made EasyA Short Long Story --Rodney and Pamela Kuhl team together to unfairly attack Friedo for not being a narcissist. Download this episode to hear how poorly they treated a guy who only has the best of intentions. In real life, Pam offers amazing wine tasting events in your own home or office. If you'd like to book your wine tasting experience with Pam just go to her website 2023-09-2920 min
Rocket Science Made EasyCoach Prime Haters Had a Good WeekendFriedo tries to interrupt Rodney's "I Hate Coach Prime" Parade. 2023-09-2511 minRocket Science Made EasyWe Hate to Say It--But, So Long USA WomenRodney and Friedo may be a week or two late on this one. But both have strong opinions about the early World Cup exit from the US Women's National Soccer team.2023-08-1212 minRocket Science Made EasyCurse TrainingRodney calls it "curse" training. Friedo calls it "look at me" training. Either way, neither of us likes it2023-08-1213 minRocket Science Made EasyPros and Cons of Preseason FootballPresason is upon us2023-08-1211 minRocket Science Made EasyEconomic Lies and Supreme Court DecisionsRodney and Friedo take on the economy and The Supreme Court.2023-07-0329 minRocket Science Made EasyBud Lite ExploitationFriedo says that the marketing department at Bud Lite is not doing the transgender community any good by exploiting them for an ad campaign2023-04-1512 minRocket Science Made Easy58 -- Coinstar Ripoff or GeniusFriedo loves the idea of Coinstar but wonders if it's a genius idea or a ripoff.2023-04-0514 minRocket Science Made Easy57 -- Unnecessary StressRodney and Friedo think that there is way too much unnecessary stress in the world.2023-04-0415 minRocket Science Made Easy56 -- Throwing Money at Problems is NOT the AnswerSometimes "solutions" and "plans" may look good on paper but stink in reality.2023-03-0310 minRocket Science Made Easy55 -- Different Points of View with 2 Elephants 1 TrunkIt is amazing how 2 people with different points of view can describe the same event.2023-03-0213 minRocket Science Made Easy54 -- Super Bowl and LifeJust as there are bad calls you must overcome to win a Super Bowl, there are also bad calls that happen in every day life that you must overcome.2023-03-0112 minRocket Science Made Easy53 -- Super Bowl Culture WarsFriedo tells you who DOESN'T care that this is the first Super Bowl where both starting QBs are black...THE PLAYERS! He thinks that as a country we can learn a lot by understanding that the players in the NFL don't see the race of their teammates...they see a teammate that is hopefully going to help accomplish their ultimate goal to win a championship.2023-02-0916 minRocket Science Made Easy52 - The Captain Has Turned on The Seatbelt SignFriedo and Rodney use the all important airline seat belt demonstration to talk about delivering and receiving messages. 2022-11-1513 minRocket Science Made Easy51 - The Great Elephant ReportThe guys tell the story of 2 blind men and an elephant. One of the men is standing by the elephant's trunk and the other is standing by the elephant's tail. Each is told to touch the elephant and give their best description of the elephant. Can you imagine how different each description was of the same elephant? It's all about perspcective.2022-11-1008 minRocket Science Made Easy50 - Undercover BossOne of Rodney and Friedo's favorite TV Show is Undercover Boss. In this episode of Rockety Science Made Easy, we talk about the importance of staying "in touch" with people that you manage. How can you manage without knowing the day to day operations?2022-11-0809 minRocket Science Made Easy49 - Anatomy of a Traffic JamRodney and Friedo discuss Traffic Jams ... not just literal traffic jams but traffic jams in your everyday life. 2022-11-0310 minRocket Science Made Easy48 - The Butter CowRodney tells the story of one of his favorite memories of any state fair... The Butter Cow! 2022-11-0105 minRocket Science Made Easy47 - You Mad Bro?!We are living in a world where people can't just disagree. They need to take it to the next level and resort to yelling and name calling2022-10-2710 minRocket Science Made Easy46 - We're Out of Ice CreamFriedo and Rodney solve one of the biggest mysteries of the world. Why is McDonalds always out of ice cream?2022-10-2407 minRocket Science Made Easy45 - Stellar Customer ServiceTrue stellar customer service is not that hard. Rodney and Friedo both recognize and love good customer service. But some businesses take it to the next level and make Stellar Customer Service part of their brand.2022-10-2107 minRocket Science Made Easy44 - Be Aware of The AgitatorsFriedo introduces us to the world of "irritainment" where he catches himself watching things on YouTube just because he knows it's going to irritate him.2022-10-1809 minRocket Science Made Easy43 - The "F" WordRodney and Friedo continue trying to make our lives simple. In this episode we talk about decay of humanity including the words we choose to use.2022-10-1312 minRocket Science Made Easy42 - Truman and MaxRodney introduces us to of his all time favorite dogs...Truman and Max. Truman and Max would fight and bark all day long but at the end of the day they would both cuddle up and sleep next to each other. Even though they fought all day long, they were still friends. Disagreements are not always arguments.2022-10-1109 minRocket Science Made Easy41 - Look Up--Don't Let Communication Hamper CommunicationFriedo and Rodney talk about taking the time to enjoy the day and the moment without letting our phones distract us.2022-10-0611 minRocket Science Made Easy40 - Candy Corn Picked DailyRodney tells the story of how a sign on the side of the road that said "Candy Corn Picked Daily" became a great example of how to advertise.2022-10-0410 minRocket Science Made Easy39 - Velvet Covered BricksWe can disagree without fighting!2022-09-2209 minRocket Science Made Easy38 -- Disagreements Do Not Have to be ArgumentsRodney tells the story of 2 dogs -- Truman and Max -- these dogs love to wrestle and fight each other. But, when the day ends they almost always remain side by side.2022-09-2009 minRocket Science Made Easy37 -- The "F" WordRodney and Friedo want you to use your words carefully. And want to remind you that your choice of vocabulary can speak volumes about how people are going to perceive you as a person.2022-09-1512 minRocket Science Made Easy36 -- Beware of The AgitatorsFriedo introduces us to the world of 1st Amendment Auditors. In an effort to "teach and defend the 1st Amendment", these people take their camerast in and around public buildings just waiting for someone to confront them. They simply want to agitate.2022-09-1308 minRocket Science Made Easy34 -- Just Do ItRodney and Friedo just want you to make your life simpler...Just do it!2022-09-0810 minRocket Science Made Easy33 -- A Vet Named BoboProviding great customer service is not difficult. It all boils down to 2 words: BE NICE2022-09-0609 minRocket Science Made Easy32 -- NASCAR JesusAs churches grow and expand their base, there is more opportunity to get lost in all of the "marketing". Rodney wants to encourage churches not to over market to the point where they lose sight of the purpose of the church2022-09-0407 minRocket Science Made Easy30 -- Sunday Special -- Keeping The Church in The ChurchEven as churches expand and grow...as they open coffee shops and offer pastries for breakfast, Rodney wants to encourage churches to focus on church. 2022-08-2807 minRocket Science Made Easy31 -- The Power of Thank YouThe first lessons we learn as children are very simple: The words "please" and "thank you" are simple but powerful. Friedo and Rodney want to encourage you to carry these lessons with you every minute of every day. Thankful (grateful) people are generally happy people.2022-08-2509 minRocket Science Made Easy29 -- The Softball and Importance of RecognitionRodney Blauket and Mark "Friedo" Friedman discuss the importance of recognition. Rodney tells the story of a softball that his daughter values the softball she was awarded after playing a great game.2022-08-2311 minRocket Science Made Easy28 -- Sunday Special -- Church of TwitterRodney wants to encourage churches to use social media to their advantage and reach people where they are. 2022-08-2106 minRocket Science Made Easy27 -- Rex the Bus DriverSometimes the people that will have the biggest impacts in our lives go unrecognized until we stop and think. In this episode Rodney tells us the story of Rex The Bus Driver.2022-08-1808 minRocket Science Made Easy26 -- Pennies in the Pop MachineRodney tells the story of a former co-worker attempting to use 50 pennies to try to buy a can of pop from a vending machine. Friedo and Rodney use this as just another example of how we tend to complicate things. Why not simply use 2 quarters.2022-08-1608 minRocket Science Made Easy25 -- Sunday Special -- What if Paul Went to Your Church?How do you treat sinners who attend your church? Do you recognize that everyone in attendance is a sinner? Do you treat people differently if you know their sin as opposed to people who keep their sins a "secret"? How would you treat Paul if he showed up at your church?2022-08-1408 minRocket Science Made Easy24 -- The Phrase that Pays is OKSome things are worth debating...Some things aren't even worth the conversation. Friedo and Rodney explain how knowing the difference can really simplify your life.2022-08-1112 minRocket Science Made Easy23 -- The Politics of PoliticsRodney and Friedo discuss how much easier life is when you simply give straight answers. Politicians are the worst (or the best) at not giving straight answers and it just complicates things.2022-08-0914 minRocket Science Made Easy22 -- Sunday Special--I've Got Gambling MoneyPart of living out your faith is being a generous giver... Rodney and Friedo explain how giving must be a priority. And, how simple it can be to give once you choose to make it a priority.2022-08-0709 minRocket Science Made Easy21 -- Extra Value MealsThe Extra Value Meal is a perfect example of what Friedo and Rodney talk about in each episode of Rocket Science Made Easy.2022-08-0412 minRocket Science Made Easy20 -- Eliminate the ClutterRodney and Friedo want to simplify life by eliminating the clutter...literally and figuratively.2022-08-0209 minRocket Science Made Easy19 -- Sunday Special--Chocolate Chip CookiesFinding a church that you are comfortable attending is vital in your daily walk. Churches need to fit the needs of members and make it clear to first time visitors from the very beginning. Some churches do this with baked goods. Friedo and Rodney want to do it with confidence and reassurance.2022-07-3107 minRocket Science Made Easy18 -- If Only Brittney Griner Had Kept Things SimpleRodney and Friedo discuss the unfortunate situation that a relatively minor bad decision made by a WNBA Superstar has created for our nation.2022-07-2915 minRocket Science Made Easy17 -- Controversial GolfFriedo and Rodney discuss the rise of The LIV Golf Tour and the uproar behind it. Friedo understands the controversy but thinks the uproar is yet another example of people looking for reasons to over react. Rodney thinks that competition is good for the world of golf.2022-07-2810 minRocket Science Made Easy16 -- The Orange ConeYou see it from time to time in random public parking lots. The phone company truck/van that is parked with an orange cone placed in front or back of it. Rules are rules...Systems are systems...Even if we don't know why there must be a good reason...right?2022-07-2610 minRocket Science Made Easy15 -- Sunday Special--In the End...WE WINLiving a life of faith means knowing what's going to happen in the end. In the end we know that we are going to Heaven makes the struggles in life so much easier.2022-07-2406 minRocket Science Made Easy14 -- Tripping Over Mouse TurdsDid the title get your attention? In this episode Friedo and Rodney want to simplify things by putting things in priority. There's simply no need to over react.2022-07-2110 minRocket Science Made Easy13 -- Make Friends the Simple WayRodney Blauket and Mark "Friedo" Friedman want to simplify the process of making new friends.2022-07-1908 minRocket Science Made Easy12 -- Sunday Special -- It's All About the MusicRodney and Friedo tackle the controversial issue of church music. The music can make or break a church service.2022-07-1708 minRocket Science Made Easy11 -- Its All About PeopleRodney Blaukat and Mark "Friedo" Friedman point out that we are all in "the people business".2022-07-1411 minRocket Science Made Easy10 -- It's a Cozy DogSometimes it's all about packaging. Sometimes it's all about a name. But in the end facts are facts and the truth comes out.2022-07-1209 minRocket Science Made Easy9 -- Skipping ChurchRodney and Friedo ask the question...What if the Minister skipped Church on Sunday? As believers we need to make the commitment to attend Church and take that commitment very seriously.2022-07-1010 minRocket Science Made Easy8 -- My Friend Chip2022-07-0714 min
Star Local Media Podcast NetworkRocket Science Made Easy - Episode 1: Life doesn't have to be complicatedIn the first episode of Rocket Science Made Easy, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Rodney Blaukat introduce themselves and their philosophy of keeping things simple.Have you ever wondered, why things get so complicated? Are you tired of how even the simplest of tasks often become a huge undertaking? Well wonder no more. Rocket Science Made Easy is all about “Bringing Simple Back.” Rodney’s laid-back, humorous outlook on life gives us new hope to get rid of the complicated and simplify our lives. The short stories and quick reads allow us to take a step back and look w...2022-07-0613 minRocket Science Made Easy7 -- I Got My WishWhat are you wishes? Are they realistic? How do you know you've gotten your wish? Friedo and Rodney tackle these questions and more.2022-07-0515 minRocket Science Made Easy6 -- Sunday Special -- Getting to Church On TimeIt happens every Sunday morning at just about every church around the nation. People with good intentions walking into church services long after the service has started. Friedo and Rodney each have their own solutions to this issue. Maybe you do as well. We'd love to hear your solution. Leave us message at 214-250-1633 or send us your message at mark@friedonation.live 2022-07-0309 minRocket Science Made Easy5 -- It's Just a Chicken SandwichWe tend to complicate things in life. We blow things out of proportion. We make mountains out of mole hills. In this episode, Rodney and Friedo use the Chicken Sandwich to bring us back to reality. 2022-06-3013 minRocket Science Made Easy4 -- The Pool MonsterYelling just doesn't solve anything. Rodney and Friedo talk dogs, swimming pools, and pool cleaners (aka The Pool Monster). Rodney's dog Truman would bark at The Pool Monster. All the barking in the world accomplished nothing.2022-06-2818 minRocket Science Made Easy3 - Sunday Special KnuckleheadsThe Lord can find usefulness in some of the most unlikely places. If you think that you are not worthy of His attention this is an episode for you. In our first Sunday Special, we look at Knuckleheads in The Bible. 2022-06-2609 minRocket Science Made Easy2 - Introduction to Rocket Science Made EasyEpisode One: Introduction to Rocket Science a. If we know we complicate everything, then why do we do it? b. Stop and think about it before you act c. 2 ears one mouth d. Make a plan.. keep it simple Email Friedo2022-06-2324 minRocket Science Made Easy1 -- Life Doesn't Have to be ComplicatedIn the first episode of Rocket Science Made Easy, Mark "Friedo" Friedman and Rodney Blaukat introduce themselves and their philosophy of keeping things simple.2022-06-2312 min