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Have Coffee Will TravelDisney Fantasy CruiseEpisode 40 — Disney Fantasy CruiseWe packed our bags, grabbed our passports, and left snowy Sault Ste. Marie for a week of sun, sea, and Disney magic. Air Canada nudged us south with a layover in Toronto. From there, we dropped into Florida and spent two nights at the Country Inn & Suites in Port Canaveral. We needed that buffer before cruise chaos began.On Sunday, November 16, we boarded the Disney Fantasy and made it our floating home until Friday the 21st. Every day, we recorded a short recap. We wanted fresh details be...
2025-11-221h 24
Have Coffee Will TravelThe Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald🎧 Episode 39: The Wreck of the Edmund FitzgeraldFifty years ago, the Edmund Fitzgerald vanished beneath the waves of Lake Superior. This week, Leah dives deep into the story that’s haunted her imagination for years. She takes the mic solo for most of the episode, sharing the ship’s history, the mystery, and why this story still resonates half a century later.Then, we shift gears — from shipwrecks to sunshine — for a quick chat about our upcoming Disney Fantasy cruise. Because after all that tragedy, we definitely need a little se...
2025-11-101h 00
Have Coffee Will TravelAnimatronic Anarchy: Freddy vs WillyAnimatronic Anarchy: Freddy vs WillyThis week on Have Coffee Will Travel, we’re diving deep into the chaotic, grease-stained world of murderous animatronics. That’s right — it’s Freddy vs. Willy, a movie showdown between Five Nights at Freddy’s and Willy’s Wonderland. One has a haunted pizzeria full of jump scares and lore; the other has Nicolas Cage silently demolishing possessed mascots while never saying a word. (Honestly, the man deserves an Oscar just for eyebrow acting.)Shawn and Leah compare storylines, themes, and the overall creep factor — from Freddy’s backstory to W...
2025-10-2453 min
Have Coffee Will TravelThe Texas Chainsaw Massacre🎃 Episode Title: “Texas Chainsaw and Pumpkin Spice — A Halloween Special”Happy Halloween from Have Coffee Will Travel! This week, we traded our lattes for chainsaws (figuratively, promise) and dove straight into one of horror’s most infamous franchises — The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.Armed with caffeine and questionable judgment, we watched three slices of cinematic chaos: the gritty 1974 original that started it all, the wild and weird 1985 sequel, and the 2013 “direct sequel” that somehow forgot math. From Leatherface’s home decor choices (bones, bones, and more bones) to the unforgettable dinner scene that scarred an ent...
2025-10-1449 min
Have Coffee Will TravelA Day Late and A Dollar ShortEpisode Title: A Day Late and a Dollar Short Podcast: Have Coffee Will Travel Hosts: Shawn & LeahThis week on Have Coffee Will Travel, we’re feeling the crunch — financially, mentally, and emotionally. Shawn’s on strike with Canada Post, Leah’s trying to get her new foot care business off the ground, and the bills just keep rolling in. With both of us out of our usual routines, every day feels like a confusing blend of Monday and “who even knows anymore?”We chat about what happens when your schedul...
2025-10-0829 min
Have Coffee Will TravelCasablanca, Canada Post & Cosmic Pizza Milestones☕ Have Coffee Will Travel – Episode 35: Casablanca, Canada Post & Cosmic Pizza MilestonesIn this episode of Have Coffee Will Travel, your hosts Shawn and Leah settle in with their favorite brew and take you on a ride through film history, small business hustle, postal politics, and a touch of personal reflection.We kick things off with a deep dive into the legendary film Casablanca—why it still holds a place in the cinematic hall of fame, what makes its dialogue so quotable, and how it became a timeless classic. Whether you’re a film buff or...
2025-09-2339 min
Have Coffee Will TravelEpic Horror UniverseEpic Horror Universe – Orlando Theme Park AdventuresThis week on Have Coffee Will Travel, Shawn and Leah take you along on a whirlwind Orlando adventure packed with thrills, chills, and more than a little sticker shock. Joined by Wyatt, they set off midweek for a short but action-filled trip that had them walking miles, navigating crowds, and soaking up everything Universal had to offer.On Thursday, the trio stepped into Islands of Adventure, exploring the rides, attractions, and over-the-top environments that make this park so iconic. From superhero action to magical lands, there wa...
2025-09-0954 min
Have Coffee Will TravelUniversal Halloween Horror Nights & Scary New Shipping Rules: Etsy Sellers in TroubleOn this week’s episode of Have Coffee Will Travel, we’re diving into both spooky thrills and some truly frightening news for small business owners. First, we share our excitement for our upcoming trip to Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando. From haunted houses to terrifying scare zones, we talk about what we’re most looking forward to at one of the biggest Halloween events in the world.But the real horror this week isn’t in Orlando — it’s in Washington. The U.S. government has officially removed the de minimis exemption for internationa...
2025-09-0227 min
Have Coffee Will TravelSong of the South Film ReviewSong of the South film review is the 32nd episode of the Have Coffee Will Travel Podcast. We dive into the movie and discuss its impact on popular culture. We try to break down its meaning, and if the film is, in fact, racist. Also on this episode, we are discussing the new television show Alien Earth. As always we tackle the latest news from our Etsy shops. At the end of the show, we chat about the joy of taking a cruise. And in an unusual for us diversion, we discuss our tastes in alcohol. ...
2025-08-1954 min
Have Coffee Will TravelThe Best Little Whorehouse in TexasThe Best Little Whorehouse in Texas is a movie from 1982. Released in July of 1982, and running just under 2 hours, the film stars Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds. It is a musical comedy with a score of just 50% on Rotten Tomatoes. Shawn and Leah watched a VHS copy of the film on their vintage VCR. Neither Shawn or Leah had seen the movie before. Their thoughts, feelings and insights are presented in this, the 31st episode of the Have Coffee Will Travel Podcast. This is actually the second recording of the podcast as the recorder did not...
2025-08-0524 min
Have Coffee Will TravelRoad Trips and RenovationsRoad trips and renovations are exciting, expensive, fun, scary and filled with unknowns. This week on Have Coffee Will Travel, Shawn and Leah are chatting about a recent adventure, and an upcoming project. Also included is some television talk, thoughts about coffee and the regular Etsy feature.According to AI: A road trip is a long journey, typically recreational, undertaken by car. It often involves exploring new places, enjoying the freedom of the open road, and can be planned or spontaneous. The term can also refer to trips by sports teams or business professionals to play...
2025-07-2244 min
Have Coffee Will TravelMac and Me: Cult Classic or Blatant Ripoff?Mac and Me. Cult classic, infomercial, E.T. ripoff or something more? Considered one of the worst films ever made, Mac and Me has entered the realm of cult classic. But, what is a cult classic?A cult classic is a film, or other work, that has gained a dedicated, passionate fanbase, often developing an elaborate subculture around it. These films are typically unconventional, and may not have been initially successful or well-received by mainstream audiences. They often feature elements that resonate with a specific, niche group, leading to repeated viewings, dialogue quoting, and audience participation.
2025-07-0843 min
Have Coffee Will TravelMovie Night BattleMovie night battle is a regular feature of married life. What are we going to watch tonight? On this week's episode, Shawn and Leah are chatting about movies, podcast ideas, yard sales and their Etsy shops. They're always talking about their Etsy shops. It is a regular feature of the podcast. We hope you enjoy it. And even if you don't, we are grateful that you listen anyway!To start our movie night battle, we engaged in watching 28 Days Later. But why did we do this? Leah hadn't seen this film before, and...
2025-06-2427 min
Have Coffee Will TravelMake Plans But Don't Plan The OutcomeMake plans but don't plan the outcome is a phrase I heard often in my early years. My grandfather was a fount of knowledge, wisdom and cliches. Not planning the outcome was his favourite expression. This idiom has stuck with me for my entire life. And yet, this nugget of wisdom is not always easy to heed. We all want things to turn out a certain way. That's what being human is all about. People are constantly making plans and planning how things will turn out. Everyone wants what they want. This is human nature. However, things rarely go...
2025-06-1038 min
Have Coffee Will TravelMind Your BeeswaxBee keeping, farming, movies and Etsy sales on this, the 26th episode of the Have Coffee Will Travel Podcast.We start off with a movie review. It has been some time since we dedicated an entire episode to a movie review. This review is quick. Shawn and Leah watched Long Legs, starring Nicolas Cage. Reviews said it was the best serial killer movie since the Silence of the Lambs. Far be it from us to disagree with the critics, but the movie kinda sucked. Nicolas Cage gave a great performance, but the story was mediocre, and...
2025-05-2738 min
Have Coffee Will TravelSault Steelers Football Needs You!Sault Steelers football needs you and your help. For this episode of the Have Coffee Will Travel podcast, Shawn and Leah go on location to meet with some of the players. The Steelers are in need of fresh blood for their team roster. They are also looking for sponsors. Running a team is an expensive endeavour. While the team has a few sponsors already, they are in need of more. They reached out to HCWT to help spread the word. On this episode, we sit down for a lengthy chat. We're talking team history, legacy, money, fun and so...
2025-05-1339 min
Have Coffee Will TravelFishing For AnswersFishing for answers to some of life's most intriguing questions on this week's episode of HCWT. Join Shawn and Leah as they ask each other the hard-hitting questions of the universe. We're not talking about favourite colours or numbers here. Is reincarnation real? What is your favourite thing about yourself? These are the types of queries we have on this podcast episode. While you're listening to the show, try to anticipate our answers. After that, think about your own ideas and the answers you may have to these questions. We would love to hear your thoughts...
2025-04-2948 min
Have Coffee Will TravelTV, Travel and Marc Maron ComedyOn this award-winning show, we dive into our recent road-trip adventures. You will learn about the dangers of mail delivery, Etsy shop sourcing, recent television shows and a few other topics. Tell everyone you know about the Have Coffee Will Travel Podcast!Marc Maron's current comedy tour has been a major focus for Shawn over the last year. Last Spring, he bought tickets to a nearby comedy show. This show was supposed to occur in October, but due to scheduling, Marc had to postpone. Well, the makeup date for the show finally came. This past weekend...
2025-04-1541 min
Have Coffee Will TravelA Brief History of CatsA brief history of cats! This week we take a break from movie reviews to discuss something a little closer to home. Many people consider their cats to be a significant part of their family. We are no different. Because we love our cats so much, we decided to talk about the origin of cats, their history, and their place in the popular culture.The domestication of cats began in the Middle East around 12,000 years ago, with early evidence suggesting a close relationship between humans and cats in the Fertile Crescent. Cats, likely descended from the...
2025-04-0146 min
Have Coffee Will TravelPorky's Movie ReviewPorky's is a 1981 sex comedy directed by Bob Clark. In 1954, each boy in a group of Florida Angel Beach High School students plans to lose his virginity. They go to Porky's, a strip club in the Everglades, believing that they can hire a prostitute to satisfy their sexual desires. The club's proprietor, Porky, takes their money but humiliates the boys by dumping them into the swamp. When the group demands their money back, the sheriff, Porky's brother, drives them away but not before he extorts them for the rest of their money, further embarrassing them.
2025-03-1826 min
Have Coffee Will TravelCherry 2000 Movie ReviewWelcome back to the movie closet. In this series, we review a movie one of the co-hosts has not seen. Then, we dissect the film for its underlying theme and talk about it. This week we are reviewing the classic film Cherry 2000 from the year 1987. The underlying theme is unexpected love.Cherry 2000 Synopsis:Need a bounty hunter? She's your man! In the future, a man travels to the ends of the earth to find the perfect woman. In this fun, futuristic sci-fi adventure, Melanie Griffith (Something Wild) is delightful and unflappable as...
2025-03-0432 min
Have Coffee Will TravelThe Movie Closet: DogmaThis time on the Have Coffee Will Travel Podcast, we begin our movie closet series. When we moved into this house, there were no convenient spots to store our DVD collection. However, there was a spare closet. We tossed all of our films into the closet and our storage problem had a solution. Now, Shawn and Leah are diving into the movies looking for those films that the other might not have seen. After viewing the film, they review it, find the theme and that becomes the topic for the podcast. This time, we are discussing the 1999 film Dogma...
2025-02-1831 min
Have Coffee Will TravelA Taste of JapanA taste of Japan is our first episode of the soon to be ongoing World Taste series. Our plan is to purchase various food items from around our great planet. These will be things that are very often not available locally. Using the powers of the internet, we will acquire a pile of random items and we will taste them. Our lucky listeners will be able to follow along as we discover the tastes of the world. Planet Earth is a buffet and we plan to eat it up!The first stop on our taste tour...
2025-02-0447 min
Have Coffee Will Travel2025 Movie Preview2025 Movie PreviewJoin us as we dive into the genre films that are coming to a theatre near you in 2025. We are going month by month to tell you what to keep an eye open for. This is not an exhaustive list. The hours would crawl by as we tried to tell you everything that will be in a cinema over the next 12 months. Instead, we are looking at specific types of movies. Our main focus is on those films that should be seen on the big screen. These include such genres as science fiction, horror...
2025-01-2136 min
Have Coffee Will Travel2025 Plans and ResolutionsNew year, new me? Not this time folks! Our first episode of the new year, and our 16th episode overall, is a guideline for the future. The turning of the calendar brings with it a certain kind of perspective. Looking at what has come before, and what we wish to come next. 2025 is here. We are ready for whatever it may bring. And yet, along with that uncertainly, we are creating a framework or roadmap to help us along.As your hosts, we find it important that you (the listener) know what to expect from the...
2025-01-0725 min
Have Coffee Will TravelCanada Post StrikeOn our 15th episode, we chat about the recent strike/lockout at Canada Post. Shawn is a Letter Carrier, so this issue is immediate and personal. Leah and Shawn talk about the strike itself, as well as Shawn's own experience working for the post office. You will also learn a few surprises along the way.More than 55,000 postal workers went on strike on Nov. 15. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers was seeking wage increases, better pensions and improved health benefits. The Union insists that wage increases must be kept in line with inflation, with cost-of-living adjustment...
2024-12-2436 min
Have Coffee Will TravelFun In The Sun: Orlando 2024Our 2024 Orlando and Grand Rapids vacation. Every day is an adventure. Join us as we break down each day's events into small, bite-size chunks.What did we do? Where did we go? Who did we see?Day 1: Crazy weather travel day. Our 4 hour drive took us 6 hours. Our Allegiant flight was delayed. We made it to Orlando, had dinner and went for a walk around our resort neighbourhood. Day 2. Sunday shopping. Picked up groceries for the week at Walmart. Went for breakfast at IHOP. The coffee was gross. The food was just OK...
2024-12-101h 14
Have Coffee Will TravelThankful For What's NextDisney, antiques, beer, music, food, travel and more!Welcome to the Thanksgiving episode. We were going to do a deep dive into the history of Thanksgviing, but we thought better of that idea. The topic is too vast and full of controversy to be covered easily. Instead, we talk about the things we are grateful for. Family is always at the top of the list. But, let us not forget our warm homes, the delicious food, and the friends we have. There is so much to be thankful for, both at this time of year, and...
2024-11-2628 min
Have Coffee Will TravelCoffee Houses and the Pumpkin Spice PhenomenonA coffee house is an establishment that sells coffee and usually other refreshments, and that commonly serves as an informal club for its regular customers. The first known use of the term coffeehouse was in 1612. More commonly a coffee house or coffee shop (cafe) serves various types of coffee, espresso, latte, americano and cappuccino.Coffee houses are popular hangout spots in pop culture. The most famous example is Central Perk from the television show Friends. However, there are many more examples. Not only are these places great spots to get together on tv, they also work...
2024-11-1228 min
Have Coffee Will TravelRoad TripsRoad trips are an essential component of modern life. What is a road trip? It is a long journey, especially one that is recreational or spontaneous, taken in an automobile. They often involve multiple stops and are often made for simple pleasure. This episode of the podcast delves into all kinds of road trips. Snacks are important on a trip and we talk about some of our favourites.We usually start each episode by talking about what we are drinking. This time, there were no drinks involved. However, Leah did enjoy a beverage earlier in the...
2024-10-3027 min
Have Coffee Will TravelYou Won't Believe ThisYou won't believe this! We have joined the ESO Podcast Network. Established in April 2012, the ESO Network is a podcast network of shows that celebrate a love for pop culture, sci-fi, comics, and all things geek. Your co-host Shawn has been a part of ESO since early 2018. The Have Coffee Will Travel Podcast is the fifth show Shawn has been a part of with ESO. On this week's episode, Shawn and Leah discuss the drama surrounding their recent move. Married since May of this year, the couple decided they needed a home of their own. A...
2024-10-2217 min
Have Coffee Will TravelGarage Sale HaulYour trash is our treasure! This week, Shawn and Leah bring you on their garage sale adventures. We are talking about what we found to put in our ETSY stores, and a few things we found for ourselves.Not only that, we dive into each item's history and how it relates to our lives.#Pavarotti #Voltron #Funko #coffee #Disney #Netflix #AttackonTitan #anime #manga #minecraft #lego #mickeymouse #VHS #laserdisc #baseball #fantasia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-0840 min
Soul Forge PodcastSo Long and Thanks For All The Fish: The Final Episode - 339We're better! We're healed! We are our best selves. The forging of souls is complete. Welcome to the final episode of the Soul Forge Podcast. It's been a crazy 7+ years, but we made it.
This week, Shawn is joined by his brother Robin, to say goodbye to the Soul Forge faithful. There is plenty of memories, and a few new tidbits to entertain all of you out there in Podcastland. Robin talks about a few of his favourite things. Shawn thanks everyone for their support over the years. Whether you were a guest, a subject, sent an...
2024-10-0333 min
Have Coffee Will TravelFinal Episode of Soul Forge PodcastOur Have Coffee listeners are invited to witness the end of an era. After more than 7 years, the Soul Forge Podcast is over. Shawn began the Soul Forge as a form of self-therapy. It was meant to be a conversation about the things that people don't often talk about. Along the way, it became something greater. Multiple guests shared their stories. No topic was ever off-limits. The Soul Forge was a love letter to the future. Shawn hoped his son would one day find it and gain valuable insights into his father's life. Perhaps that will...
2024-10-0140 min
Have Coffee Will TravelThrift, Resell, RepeatThrift shopping has transcended its humble origins to become a global phenomenon. Today, it's not just about finding unique treasures or affordable clothing — it's a lifestyle choice that champions sustainability and reduces waste.The concept of thrifting can be traced back to ancient times when communities practiced barter systems, exchanged goods or repurposed clothing and textiles. However, it wasn't until the 19th century that organized thrift stores started emerging in Europe and the United States. These stores aimed to alleviate poverty by providing affordable clothing and household items to those in need.The 21st...
2024-09-2443 min
Have Coffee Will TravelThat's Depressing!Exorcisms, drowning, and burning. These are just a few of the 'cures' for depression in the Middle Ages.On this week's episode we are discussing the history of depression. Call it a brief history of mental illness, if you will. We are covering its earliest theories as well as how it has influenced pop culture. Our own stories are also thrown in for a bit of flavour and context.Beginning with Hippocrates in the 5th century BC, depression was thought to be an imbalance in the humors. The humoral theory of Melancholia became...
2024-09-1739 min
Have Coffee Will TravelLove It Or List ItBuy a house, sell a house, take a house, leave a house.This week we are discussing the ins and outs of home ownership. The fun part is looking for a new home to buy. The bad part is trying to sell your place. Strangers are traipsing through your home at weird hours. They are looking at your things and judging you. Keeping everything in tip-top shape is also a chore. Some houses sell immediately, while others can take quite some time.We're also talking about fresh starts and love. Our previous marriages...
2024-09-1026 min
Soul Forge PodcastOnce Upon a Time in Hollywood - 336Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is the 9th film from Quentin Tarantino. As Hollywood's Golden Age is winding down during the summer of 1969, television actor Rick Dalton and his stunt double Cliff Booth endeavor to achieve lasting success in Hollywood. They meet several colorful characters along the way. The film was released in the summer of 2019.
This week's episode of the podcast is a rambling catch-up show. So much is going on in our lives these days, it can be difficult to find the time and energy to record a new episode. Therefore, it's a quick...
2024-09-0516 min
Have Coffee Will TravelA Brief History of CoffeeCoffee and its history is the topic on the 4th episode of the podcast.Legend states that coffee was first discovered in Ethiopia in the early 800s. A goat herder named Kaldi awoke from his nap to see that his flock had disappeared. He found them at a strange looking bush eating red berries. The goats were yelling and jumping about. Naturally Kaldi tried the berries and began to join in with the dancing and jumping and yelling. Coffee was incorporated into Sufi religious practices. Coffee houses sprang up and ideas spread around...
2024-09-0331 min
Have Coffee Will TravelRobots, Cyborgs and AndroidsOn this award winning show, we dive into the worlds of artificial life. Robots. Cyborgs. Androids. Animatronics. We have a complete history of these fascinating creations. The Czech writer Karel Capek gave us the word robot in his 1920 play called R.U.R. We begin the show with definitions. First, we need to know the basic idea for each of these machines. You will learn the difference between a robot and an android. How are these things similar and different? Cyborgs are a fascinating subset of the robot/android lifeform.Your education would...
2024-08-2736 min
Have Coffee Will TravelAnd Now...Your HostsOn this exciting episode, the hosts share some of their personal history. This is the getting to know who you will be listening to show.Shawn and Leah were both born and raised in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada. Leah has lived in the Soo all of her life. Shawn went away to school, moved to another town, and finally returned home in 2022. A brief overview of family life. Shawn and Leah each have one son, and several steo-children. Both of them are taking care of their fathers, both of whom are in...
2024-08-2020 min
Soul Forge PodcastDisney Adults, D23 and a New Podcast - 333Have Coffee, Will Travel is the brand new podcast from the hosts of the Soul Forge Podcast. What you are about to hear is the first episode. It's all about Disney adults and the recent D23 Expo.
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Show notes:
Everything Disney!
Shawn and Leah start their brand new podcast with the pop culture behemoth of Disney. Mike from the ESO Podcast Network join them as their first guest.This recording used Streamyard.
What is a Disney...
2024-08-1554 min
Have Coffee Will TravelDisney Adults and the 2024 D23 ExpoEverything Disney!Shawn and Leah start their brand new podcast with the pop culture behemoth of Disney. Mike from the ESO Podcast Network join them as their first guest.This recording used Streamyard.What is a Disney adult? A Disney adult is an adult who is a devout fan of The Walt Disney Company. Common hobbies of Disney adults include visiting Disney theme parks, collecting Disney merchandise, cosplaying Disney characters, and consuming content on the Disney+ streaming service. Practices associated with the phenomenon, such as Disney weddings, date back decades to the 1990s.
2024-08-1449 min
Have Coffee Will TravelPodcast IntroductionWelcome to the "Have Coffee, Will Travel" Podcast!Are you ready to embark on a journey filled with laughter, adventure, and insightful conversations? Join Shawn and Leah as they dive into the exciting world of travel, family life, pop culture, and everything in between. Here’s what you can expect from each episode:- *Shawn* – A lifelong Star Trek fan with over a decade of podcasting experience.- *Leah* – A Disney enthusiast, actress, and nurse who brings her unique perspective to the table.- **Topics We Cover:**- Tr...
2024-08-1101 min
Soul Forge PodcastBypassing Camus Two - 332Bypassing Camus Two! What does that mean? Is there a deeper meaning to this odd podcast episode title?
On this special episode of the Soul Forge Podcast, Shawn and Leah travel a few hours for the weekend. They find themselves in Sudbury, Ontario to visit someone Shawn has known for more than half of his life. Who is this mysterious man named Cory? You are about to learn all that and more on this exciting episode.
Shawn and Cory met in the late 1990s. Cory was dating Laura, whom Shawn already knew, and they moved...
2024-08-0833 min
Soul Forge PodcastThe 7 Year Itch - 331The 7 Year Itch is here to celebrate the seventh anniversary of the Soul Forge Podcast. Shawn and Leah cover a variety of topics this week, while also marking this monumental occasion. Come celebrate 7 years with us.
Our first topic of conversation is all about new beginnings. After a fun preamble about 7 years of forging our souls, and more than 10 years of podcasting, we are talking about new ideas. Soul Forge began as a way for Shawn to heal from years of loss and trauma. The podcast became a place to talk about the things and ideas people...
2024-08-0124 min
Soul Forge PodcastWhat About Bob - 330What about Bob Newhart and Shannon Doherty? These are two of the major celebrity deaths the world experienced recently. Back when Shawn was hosting the Rusted Robot Podcast, each episode began with that week's famous deaths. Although that pop culture podcast ended more than three years ago, it is never far from Shawn's memory.
This week, Shawn and Leah jump from topic to topic. There is a lot on their minds. Since two weeks have passed since the last episode, they have a lot of catching up to do. Minor topics include the end of the LCBO...
2024-07-2524 min
Soul Forge PodcastWhat We Leave Behind - 328What we leave behind is not nearly as important as what we take with us. At least, when it comes to moving or down-sizing. This is nothing to do with the legacy of our lives. This week the podcast tackles the topic of finding a new home.
Leah's dad is moving. Gord currently lives about a 20 minute drive from his wife. The wife is in a nursing home as her health is poor. Every second day Gord drives 20 minutes down the highway to visit. Gord is 78 years old and his health is also deteriorating. Luckily, Gord's wife...
2024-07-0427 min
Soul Forge PodcastBridgerton, Bacon, The Boys and More - 326Food, History, television shows, work, feedback and more on this week's episode. No topic is too obscure for us to cover!
The weather is our first mini topic. A veritable heat wave has descended upon us. From hail to humidity, no one is safe from these extremes. Some days it feels as though we are sitting here melting.
We had our yard sale this last weekend. Turns out we prefer going to sales, rather than hosting them. There is a lot of prep work involved. Pricing items is quite important, and having an organizational system...
2024-06-2035 min
Soul Forge PodcastTaking Care of Dad - 325Taking care of dad for our Father's Day episode!
We start this episode with a brief history of how Father's Day began. Did you know this holiday is not much older than a century? In fact, Father's Day was introduced in 1910. Naturally, it was a response to Mother's Day and soon became associated with retail and commerce. You will learn even more in this episode.
Shawn and Leah discuss their fathers. They each have dads, fathers-in-law, as well as stepfathers. Shawn talks about being a father and a step-father. An important aspect of this discussion...
2024-06-1333 min
Soul Forge PodcastChuck's Roadhouse Restaurant Review - 324New ideas are brewing at Soul Forge HQ. Shawn and Leah are bringing you more excitement and adventure. The topics are going to be vast and wide-ranging. We plan to bring our listeners an enhanced podcast experience. Stay tuned for the updated format!
So, we recently got into meal prep. It seemed like a great idea to have ready-made ideas for a week's worth of dinners. An amazing meal was planned, but time got away from us. Therefore, we decided to go to a restaurant because it was too late to cook. We went to Chuck's and...
2024-06-0625 min
The Cosmic Pizza PodcastCosmic Pizza Podcast Episode 85 - Mr & Mrs Vanderloo The Cosmic Pizza Podcast brings you Episode 85: Mr & Mrs Vanderloo.In today's Episode we find out from Shawn what it was like on his recent trip to Las Vegas. We ask him why he went and who is this new lady with him called Leah Vanderloo? Shaw and Leah tell us all about (well not all about) their recent wedding in Las Vegas.Listen in to find out what it was like, did they dress up as Elvis and Prescilla, how did it differ to their previous marriages, how t...
2024-06-0541 min
Soul Forge PodcastLet's Host A Yard Sale - 323We love yard sales. Hosting them. Going to them. Finding hidden treasures. There is very little not to love about a yard sale. Or should we call it a garage sale?
On this episode of the Soul Forge Podcast, Shawn and Leah talk everything there is to talk about yard sales. They will soon be hosting their own. Have you ever hosted a sale? Would you do so again? What is the best thing you have ever gotten at a sale? Let us know at soulforgepodcast@gmail.com
Shawn and Leah talk about some of...
2024-05-3029 min
Soul Forge PodcastWedding Week Adventures - 322Our wedding in Las Vegas and our honeymoon in California.
Leah and Shawn flew to Las Vegas to get married. After spending a few days in Sin City, they drove to Cathedral City, California. This episode of the Soul Forge is a day by day recap of their adventures.
May 2nd and 3rd: The first day was a travel day. Major delays were the main topic of conversation. Mechanical problems caused a 7 hour delay in travel. The second day was much better. The couple got their marriage license. The line was huge. The heat in...
2024-05-161h 05
Soul Forge Podcast321 - The Final CountdownThe wedding of the century is almost upon us. Shawn and Leah will be married in Las Vegas on May the 4th. This episode of the Soul Forge discusses their plans and the countdown until the big day!
But first, we talk about smile cookies. Tim Hortons, Canada's number 1 coffee shop sells their smile cookies once a year. This is the big fundraiser that sends kids to camp for the summer. These cookies, while delicious, are not packaged up very well.
There may be some drunk singing in Vegas. Leah hopes to get Shawn singing...
2024-05-0230 min
Soul Forge PodcastAnimal Consciousness and Other Ideas - 320Are animals self aware? Scientific evidence supports the assumption that it “feels like something” for a fish to be caught on a hook. Shawn and Leah have a bit of a lively discussion regarding animal consciousness. They talk about their dads, wedding preparations, taxes, television shows and more!
Scientists and philosophers across the globe agree it is reasonable to assume the vast majority of creatures on Earth are sentient in some way — including lobster, squid and the tiny flies that swarm over drinks left outside in the summer.
The New York Declaration on #Animal #Consciousness, releas...
2024-04-2528 min
Soul Forge PodcastOur First Fight - 319Our first fight recently took place. What was it about? How did the issue get resolved? Find out on this exciting episode of the Soul Forge Podcast!
This particular episode premieres on April 11, 2024. It was 17 years ago on this date that Shawn joined the Post Office. Since that time, he has delivered hundreds of thousands, if not millions of letters, flyers, magazines and parcels. How many more years will he continue? Only time will tell!
On Monday of this week, the world experience a solar eclipse. People travelled far and wide to catch a glimpse...
2024-04-1127 min
Soul Forge PodcastInternational Love - 318International love is the tale of two strangers who became friends, and then embarked on a long distance relationship. This multi-year romance blossomed. Soon, it turned into a 90 day fiance situation. A year ago they moved in together. Six months ago they married. This is their story. But that's not all!
Luke and Dakota have a story for the ages. He is American. She is Canadian. They once lived thousands of miles apart. Dating for five years over long distance presents many challenges and obstacles. Somehow, Luke and Dakota found a way to overcome everything in their...
2024-04-0431 min
Soul Forge PodcastDisney DREAM Cruise Line Review - 316Disney Dream cruise of March 3-8, 2024. This is Shawn and Leah's report!
The Disney Dream is a cruise ship operated by Disney Cruise Line, part of The Walt Disney Company. The first of the Dream-class, she is the third ship of the overall fleet, the other four ships in the fleet being the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Fantasy, and Disney Wish. She currently sails four-day and five-day cruises to the Bahamas and the Western Caribbean calling at Cozumel and Grand Cayman, as well as Disney's private island Castaway Cay. In May 2023, the Disney Dream sailed across...
2024-03-1250 min
Soul Forge PodcastNot Packed, But Ready To Go! 315Talking about our first cruise together. This is Shawn's very first cruising experience. Leah has been on several. While this episode has a heavy focus on travel, there are several other topics covered as well!
One of Leah's favourite parts of going on a cruise -- multiples stops and visits in one trip. Seeing a good amount of different places on the same vacation is rather enticing. Shawn is excited to see a new part of the world. A major factor in travel are the airports. Layovers can be a challenge. Leah believes a longer layover is...
2024-03-0127 min
Soul Forge PodcastPublic Displays of Affection - 314Public displays of affection is the topic on this special Valentine's Day release!
This is episode 314 so naturally we talk about pie. Why pie? 3.14 is the basic formula for pi. That's something to do with math and circles. Shawn and Leah joke about doing an entire episode about pi and pie. This is not that episode.
Next up is a brief review of the movie I.S.S. From its website, a brief description:
Tensions flare in the near future aboard the International Space Station (I.S.S.) as a worldwide conflict breaks...
2024-02-1423 min
Soul Forge PodcastAttacked By Monsters - 312Awesome feedback received this week! Jim from the Monster Attack podcast wrote in to say he is listening. There has been much sickness in the house, but that has not stopped us from making plans and doing the things!
From Jim we learned that our show is engaging and enjoyable. Shawn and Leah have great chemistry and this is apparent when listening. Jim will keep on listening--there are a lot of episodes to catch up on. We will be listening to his Monster Attack podcast.
Everyone in our house has been down with the sickness...
2024-01-2524 min
Soul Forge PodcastThe Iron Claw - 311The Iron Claw tells the story of the professional wrestling family, the Von Erichs. Shawn and Leah just saw this film in theatres, and are here to share their thoughts on the movie, and recall their wrestling memories.
Of the two, Leah is a bigger fan of wrestling than Shawn. She has met many professional wrestlers. One time, Shawn saw Hulk Hogan walking up some stairs. The bulk of Shawn's wrestling knowledge is from the mid-1980s to about 1991. Leah has had much more interaction in the world of wrestling, including going on a wrestling inspired cruise.
2024-01-1123 min
Soul Forge PodcastDecade - 310Decade 2014 to 2024. This week is the 10 year anniversary of Shawn's podcasting journey. Join us as we look back at some of the highs and lows of this decisive decade.
It all started in 2012 when Shawn got a second-hand iPod. A co-worker introduced him to the world of podcasts. Beginning with Star Trek pods, Shawn soon began to expand his interests. There were so many different shows, formats, genres and types of hosts. That's when he realized he had opinions he could share with the world. His wife agreed to co-host and the Rusted Robot Podcast was born.
2024-01-0240 min
Soul Forge PodcastShawn, You Move Too Fast - 309Welcome to the final episode of 2023!
On this show, Shawn and Leah look back on the year that was. After the break, they talk about some future plans. Were you aware of everything that took place in their lives? Are you rooting for the success of their lives together? Shawn, you move too fast is something Shawn has heard more than once. Is he dumb, or does he have unlimited hope and confidence in his decisions? Only you can decide the answer to these questions. The future is wide open, and it seems Shawn and Leah may...
2023-12-2132 min
Soul Forge PodcastRoad Trips, Renovations & Romance - 308Shawn and Leah were on holidays this week. Rest assured, it was no vacation. While Shawn took a tour of the great Canadian north, Leah stayed home to renovate the bathroom. What they thought should have taken a few days, became an ongoing saga. However, there are many good times ahead.
The road trip! On Sunday, Shawn drove up to Timmins. He lived there for 19 years, and his doctor is still there. Finding a new doctor is all but impossible. Two days spent in Timmins. Shawn visited his son, a few friends, and cleaned out his building...
2023-12-0422 min
Soul Forge PodcastBuy, Rent or Renovate - 307Buy, rent or renovate....these are the options that face us today.
Shawn and Leah discuss the possibilities they have as they progress in their relationship. The upcoming week is full of adventure - Shawn is driving up north to see friends and family, while Leah is staying home to redo parts of the bathroom. Decisions for the future are looming. Shawn's building in Timmins has recently sold. This means that he is mortgage-free, and is free to buy a home in Sault Ste. Marie.
The happy couple has been looking at homes in town...
2023-11-2423 min
Soul Forge PodcastFive Nights at Freddy’s - 305Five Nights at Freddy's movie review and franchise history!
This week on the Soul Forge we talk about everything to do with Five Nights at Freddy's (FNaF). We just saw the movie on opening night. Our initial thoughts and reactions, fresh from the theatre are here for you to enjoy. Also on this episode, we have a brief recap of the last week in our lives.
Shawn and Leah have been cooking. When they went to Disney World, they tried the cheeseburger spring rolls. They were delicious but expensive. After finding the recipe, they made...
2023-10-2733 min
Soul Forge PodcastKeeping Up Appearances - 304Keeping up appearances can be a full time job. Shawn and Leah are not trying to keep up with the Joneses. In this case, we are talking about a British sitcom created and written by Roy Clarke. Leah recently introduced Shawn to some of her favourite British television shows. The Keeping Up Appearances sitcom follows Hyacinth in her attempts to prove her social superiority, and to gain standing with those she considers upper class. Her attempts are constantly hampered by her lower class extended family, whom she is desperate to hide. Much of the humour comes from the conflict...
2023-10-1924 min
Soul Forge PodcastOur First Disney Vacation - 301Our first Disney vacation is in the books! This episode of the Soul Forge is a day by day recap of our exciting adventures. At the end of each day, Shawn and Leah sat down and recorded their memories of the excitement. Florida in September is still quite warm. Walt Disney World requires a lot of walking. Here is the story...
The Walt Disney World Resort, also called Walt Disney World or Disney World, or simply abbreviated WDW, is an entertainment resort complex in Bay Lake and Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States, near the cities of...
2023-09-211h 01
Soul Forge PodcastThe Adventure Challenge - 300The adventure challenge brings couples closer together. Shawn and Leah just celebrated their birthdays and the adventures are just beginning!
Episode 300 is a huge milestone in podcasting. On this episode, Shawn and Leah talk about travel, growing closer and buying some cool stuff. Leah tells Shawn that since they became a couple, she has listened to many Soul Forge episodes. She has learned a lot of things that she would not have thought to ask. Although Shawn's brother said he should scrap the podcast and delete all the episodes, no harm has come to him from keeping...
2023-09-0732 min
Soul Forge PodcastMoving Parts - 298Episode 300 of the podcast is fast approaching. We here at the Soul Forge would love to hear from you. Send in your thoughts, opinions, concerns, reviews, fears, emotional outbursts, or anything else you would like. Anything you send in will be read or played on the 300th episode. An Mp3 would be great, or just a regular email is fine. Send anything you want to soulforgepodcast@gmail.com
On this episode, we talk about a little bit of everything. During the past weekend, Shawn drove to Timmins after work on Friday to visit his son. Although the...
2023-08-1717 min
Soul Forge PodcastWeddings & Anniversaries - 297Weddings and anniversaries are things that many people will experience in their lifetimes. This may include their own weddings, or those they have attended. Anniversaries can be for almost anything. More often than not, when people think of an anniverary, they are celebrating a marriage. However, you can have an anniversary for almost anything. Some of these things may include a breakup, a promotion, an accident or the date a favourite concert was attended.
This episode of the Soul Forge Podcast is celebrating six years. It was July 31, 2017 that the first episode of the show was released. 6...
2023-08-0323 min
Soul Forge PodcastLet’s Go To Disney - 291This week's episode is an interview with Leah. Leah is an authorized Disney planner. On this episode of Soul Forge Podcast, we are getting a quick primer on the various Disney vacation options. We also learn a few things about Oswald the Lucky Rabbit.
So, you're looking to book a vacation. Where are you going? What is your budget? Are you bringing kids along with you? Do you want to stay on Disney property or somewhere else? These are just some of the questions that your authorized Disney planner will be asking you. What time of year...
2023-05-2526 min
Soul Forge PodcastVideo Games - 288Video games are typically categorized according to their hardware platform. This traditionally includes arcarde video games, console games, and computer (PC) games. A video game is an electroic game that involves interaction with a user interface or input device. These devices include such things as a joystick, controller, keyboard, or motion sensing device.
The first video game prototypes in the 1950s and 1960s were simple extensions of electronic games using video-like output from large, room-sized mainframe computers. The first consumer video game was the arcade video game Computer Space in 1971.
On this episode of the S...
2023-04-2721 min
Soul Forge PodcastMeteor Shower by Steve Martin - 263Let's Put On A Show! presents Meteor Shower by Steve Martin.
There is a new theatre company in Sault Ste. Marie and their first play will be a comedy written by Steve Martin. Leah Frost and RJ Renner are directing Meteor Shower. You can see the show from October 21st to the 23rd. There will be three showings.
On this episode of Soul Forge, Shawn talks to Leah and RJ about their theatrical origins and the origins of the new theatre company. We learn about where the company name comes from, and the need for...
2022-09-2920 min