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Della's DadDad's mental health / Relationships / Toilet trainingIn part two of our latest chat with Danny, after maybe a slightly too long story about toilet training we tackle the heavy topic of our mental health, how we’re dealing with that and also how we’re working on our relationships with our wives as well. Often two topics that take a back seat to parenting but important nonetheless…
2025-08-1935 minDella's DadAdjusting to life with a second kid (in baby form)Danny in New Jersey returns to the show, and like me, he’s just had his second kid so we got together to discuss how we’re adjusting to having another baby in the family and how we’re trying to be more efficient with our time, plus more.
2025-08-1233 minDella's DadNature vs Nurture / feelings / McDonald's memoriesIt’s part two of my latest conversation with good friend of the show, Paul, in the first episode we did a bit of a switcheroo where he interviewed me and this is the continuation of that episode where we talk about things like Nature vs Nurture, encouraging kids to express their feelings, core childhood memories that involve McDonald’s and we finish on the life lesson of pleasure and pain in sports because we just couldn’t avoid talking about sports twice.
2025-07-2930 minDella's DadAdding a second kid to the mix! / shaping our kids through parenting stylesIn this special episode, a friend of the show (Paul) returns, takes over the mic and interviews Della’s Dad. They dive into what life’s really like right now: living with the grandparents, gearing up for baby number two, and navigating the chaos (and joy) of the toddler phase. From the ups and downs of spending more time with Della, to the challenges of daycare, discipline, and prepping her for a baby brother. From taking time off work to be more present, the cultural quirks of parenting in Australia vs the US, and the decisions we make...
2025-07-2238 minDella's DadBig city life vs Small town life / hitting the crucial milestonesIn part two of our conversation with Ruben where we talk about the differences between big city life in the US and small town life in Australia.. hitting various milestones, the stress and anxiety sometimes associated with them and the death of the sleep in for us parentsTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2025-07-0830 minDella's DadCo-sleeping with your baby and the first yearDella's Dad catches up with Ruben in New York to see what the first year at home has been like with his son, including co-sleeping with his kid in his bed, taking him out to restaurants and starting to walk at around 12 months.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2025-07-0229 minDella's DadSetting a good example for your kidsOn part two of our conversation with Duke, we discuss setting a good example for your kids, modeling behaviors and also cover support networks including duke’s newsletter Die Daily.Link to Duke's Newsletter: https://diedaily.beehiiv.com/Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2025-06-0325 minDella's DadOvercoming health challengesThis week, after a long hiatus, we’re joined by Duke from Florida, he’s a father of two and he joins the podcast to talk about his journey dealing with his daughter’s movement disorder and other health challenges as well including the challenge of conceiving. It’s quite a heavy story with its share of hardship but still an incredibly inspirational conversation that I think we can all find value in. Part one of two...Duke's Newsletter: https://diedaily.beehiiv.com/Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2025-05-2044 min
The Comoot: Film & TVThe Last of Us - Seattle here we come! - S2 E3 & E4Moving on from the battle of Jackson Hole we get our first sneak peek of life in Seattle and our friend Jeffrey Wright! Tune in as Adam and Ruben catch up on episodes 3 and 4 of Last of Us season 2Music credit: "Arnold" by Luke Million
2025-05-0721 minThe Comoot: Film & TVThe Last of Us - Hello Jackson Hole! - S2 E1 & E2A new season of Last of Us is here and so are Ruben and Adam! Back again to discuss the start of the new season and especially episode 2 - the best episode on tv in a long time? We think soMusic credit: "Arnold" by Luke Million
2025-04-2923 minThe Comoot: Film & TVThe Boys - Homelander goes home, tragedy on ice - S4 E3 & E4The Boys - Season 4: Eps 3 &4Ruben and Adam roll on with the next two episodes of Season 4. There are laserings on ice, lobotomies, Homelander goes back to the lab, more laserings, Starlight loses it and more...
2024-07-0822 minThe Comoot: Film & TVThe Boys - S4 E1 & E2The Boys are indeed back - our favorite on screen bromance of Butcher and Homelander returns to our homes and WE ARE EXCITED - Ruben and Adam re-live the first two episodes of the new season, what's exciting and what could we care less about. Are you a Hometeamer? or a Starlighter?
2024-07-0318 minThe Comoot: Film & TVAemond.. Daemon... And Alan... It's our House of the Dragon Episode 1 and 2 Re-cap!Join the Comoot as we chart a course through Westeros and re-live each episode of House of The Dragon! This week we look at the opening two episodes of the new season!
2024-06-2823 minThe Comoot: Film & TVThe Acolyte (episodes 1 & 2)The Jedi are back! and so are Ruben and Adam - here to talk through the first two episodes of the new Disney (Star Wars Universe) show "The Acolyte"Trinity Jedi is a thing! and Jedi Wookies! Many Jedi, must excite....
2024-06-1322 minDella's DadDealing with Food AllergiesIn part 2 of my latest chat with Robin, we take a bit of a deep dive into food allergies, a pretty serious topic that impacts us all differently but nevertheless a topic I think we should all be familiar with.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2024-06-1229 minDella's DadPushing two years old with your toddlerOne time guest Robin returns to the show, a two time dad based out in California we connect to discuss what it’s like to be with a toddler that’s pushing two years old, cranky tantrums, being hungry but not eating, picking favorites, reasoning with them, figuring out how much tv they should have, if any and encouraging independent play. It’s a wide ranging episode with some great insight from a dad that’s doing it for the second time.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2024-06-0538 minDella's DadMediating the Dog vs Baby relationship / Getting back to the gym and looking after yourselfPart 2 of our discussion with Danny, father of an 8 month old boy, we talk in a bit more detail about how to mediate the Dog vs Baby relationship, which if you’ve been there already you know can be very tricky, plus getting back into the groove of exercising and finding a way to make the most out of what little personal time we still get.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2024-05-1520 minDella's DadNewborn sleep challenges, moving out of the blob phase and adjusting to being a parentWe’re joined by Danny, a fellow first time dad from the tri state area - he’s got a gorgeous little boy that’s about 8 months old and we talk about the new born phase, how he’s adjusting to dad life, getting the little guy to sleep and various other challenges from eczema and acid reflux to strategies for taking your kid out to restaurants and actually enjoying itTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2024-05-0832 minThe Comoot: Film & TVDumb Money, GameStop, Big Short and all other Wall Street moviesThe guys re-live Dumb Money - the GameStop saga plus also chat about other Wall Street Movies from Big Short to the Boiler Room. Also we have Vin Diesel, Margot Robbie, Barbie and the world of Adam McKay.
2024-02-0127 minDella's DadDeciding on a home birth / not knowing the sex and not being in controlHome birth pending! We’re joined by my very dear friend Ruben, a fellow Aussie based in New York, he’s not quite yet a dad but in about a week or so he will be. He joins us to talk about the pregnancy, not knowing the sex, learning to be ok with the things that you can’t control and how he got comfortable with the idea of having a home birth.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2024-01-2436 minDella's DadBed times, sleep schedules and middle of the night cuddlesThis week, it’s part 2 of our conversation with Paul, an Aussie dad raising 3 kids in Denver Colorado. This part of our chat is sleep-centric where we talk about bedtimes and sleep schedules plus also taking your kids out to dinner and having date night at home. Sleep plays such an outsized role in raising our kids, and for our own health as well, so there’s never really going to be just one or two main sleep episodes per se, it’s an evolving topic that can be handled and experienced in so many different ways with ou...
2024-01-0921 minThe Comoot: Film & TVHome Alone... Jingle All The Way.. And Everything In-betweenAdam and Ruben put on their Santa hats and talk about all the great and not so great holiday flicks!
2023-12-2124 minDella's DadSaying NO to your toddler or your 8 year old, assessing risk and why 3 might be the magical ageIt's the return of the Paul, an Aussie Dad raising three kids (aged 8, 7 and 3) in Denver Colorado. The last time he was on the show, Della was merely a few months old. A lot has changed since then. We talk about why he thinks age 3 might just be the magical age we have to make it to in the early years and talk about how to say No to young children which is what I’m learning about now with Della. Also, how to assess risk when it comes to your kids. Paul’s a really thoughtful guy with this...
2023-12-1937 minThe Comoot: Film & TVKillers of the Flower Moon / Scorcese, DiCaprio, De Niro... and Amir MalaklouActor Amir Malaklou returns to the Comoot after four years to help us re-live the new Scorcese epic 'Killers of the Flower Moon' and break down some of the best work of Scorcese, DiCaprio and De Niro and figure out where this movie ranks with the other films and what is some of the best work for each actor.Sesame Street / Casino mash upCatch Amir on the next season of The Old Man on FXTheme Song: Arnold by Luke Million
2023-12-1343 minDella's DadRunning multiple businesses while raising kidsLewis, father of two and business owner, joins Della's Dad to talk about the dynamic of raising kids while running multiple businesses between him and his wife. We talk about how the business owning parents balance the demands of running businesses while also prioritizing their kids (hint, one approach is to open a kids playground called Space Club!) and staying sane in the process. A fun chat even if you simply work for the man like Della's Dad.Reference: Space Club BrooklynTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2023-11-2839 minDella's DadTravel with a one year old / planes, cars & EuropeZiggy, a fellow dad of a (currently) 15 month old girl joins Della's dad to talk through experiences of international travel (including flying) with kids at around the 1-year-old mark... including the new challenges that weren't there when we travelled at 6 months plus some some key car vomit chat too.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2023-11-1434 min
The Comoot: Film & TVThe Mandalorian and Andor on top of the pile in the Star Wars universeAdam and Ruben re-live the third season of The Mandalorian and discuss its greatness alongside Andor in what they think are the two heavyweights in the Star Wars universe... everyone has an opinion on Star Wars and these boys take it one quarter parsec at a time! References:- Luthen Rael's Monologue from Andor
2023-11-0231 min
The Comoot: Film & TVOppenheimer and The Nolan-VerseThe Comoot is back! This season Adam and Ruben spend time hanging out at the water-coolah, re-living some of TV and Film's best content... This week we re-live the latest Christopher Nolan movie - Oppenheimer - and ask the question is Nolan better than Cameron?Is James Cameron the right comparison? or is it Tarantino or Scorsese? Tune in to help us figure it out.
2023-10-1936 minDella's DadThe only 10 things you'll need for the first yearFollowing on from our '10 things in the first 3 months' episode, Della's Dad is back with a quick follow up on the 10 essential things you'll now need for the first year... and yes some are obvious but there are definitely a few items on the list we wouldn't have thought of if they were recommended to us so listen in. Links to items mentioned:High Chair: Lalo 3-in-1 Portable booster chairToys (different textures, noises, balls) & Books (for bedtime)Activity centerStrollers: Joolz Aer & Yoyo Baby Carrier Strap on from Sia BabyDummy tether / Pacifier clipBaby crackers & Food pouches Teethi...
2023-10-1112 minDella's DadThe one-year (ish) milestone / what to expect and how it differs amongst kidsPart 2 of our conversation with Ben, father of 3, centers around the one-year (ish) milestone... Della just had her first birthday and Della's Dad discusses with Ben all the awesome developments that happen around this age along with the challenges plus Ben imparts some sage advice for the new parents out there.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2023-10-0435 minDella's DadThe Sleep training episode! Methods, experiences and the knock on effects of sleep qualityThe big sleep episode is here! Della's Dad dives deep into sleep (he wishes) as we discusses the ins and outs of sleep training of babies and building good sleep routines and habits and how it flows on to everything else in your kid's day... and even it's effects on your relationship with your S.O. Buckle up, and bring a pillow.Resources:- Taking Cara Babies sleep programTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2023-09-2738 minDella's DadMoving to the burbs / Pulp Fiction and kids TV showsSuburbanites and four-time dads Chris and Ken join Della's Dad to talk through saying goodbye to the long loved city life and trading it all in for the big houses and yards and bad ethnic food of the suburbs... plus we dive a little into the appropriateness of adult movies like pulp fiction and some of our favorite kid-friendly shows (hint: It's Bluey)Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2023-08-0232 minThe Comoot: Film & TVAmerica's Newest Sport, Look at those Threads and Is Margot Robbie the Current Belt Holder? Adam and Ruben discuss all of the dumb and meaningful!On this episode, Adam and Ruben talk Major League Cricket, Zuck's Twitter Killer and Ponder... Is Margot Robbie the current GOAT?!
2023-07-2731 minDella's DadFathering Four Kids / including twins on the third go + having them "young"Della's Dad is joined by a dear mate, Steve from Wollongong, for a conversation that has been a long time coming. On his way to fathering four kids, Steve and his wife had twins on their third go around. We discuss that journey for them plus dive into the perspective of starting a family in your early 20's (and in the midst Steve takes not one but two opportunities to brag about still exercising while being a young dad - I'll take that as motivation)Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2023-07-2639 minDella's DadPremature babies / 12 days in the NICUDella's dad is back! and so is Dave - 7 months after we spoke the day before his child's birth, the new dad returns to tell us about his family's birth experience, including what happens in a premature birth situation and what it's like to have your baby spend time in the NICU. Plus a ringing endorsement for night nurses!Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2023-07-0633 minThe Comoot: Film & TVApple's Top Gun Ski-Goggles and Pizza parties for the Para-MilitaryAdam and Ruben discuss Apple's Topgun VR Headset... What sort of pizza parties you'd get in the para-military... And things get hard with Ruben's Sophie's Choice!
2023-06-2830 min
The Comoot: Film & TVThe Comoot Variety Show Episode 1Adam and Ruben are back to fill your.. ear holes... with The Comoot Variety Show! This week we talk about the one streaming platform to rule them all... Professional golf and the sexy weddings it revolves around.. And how much of that Oil money it would take for us to break bad!
2023-06-1530 minDella's DadWelcome to Girl Dad Club!On this special episode I've pulled together the insights from four different Dads I've interviewed over the last few months about just what it's like to have daughters... what do you do differently? what do you do the same? It's a topic that Della's Dad spends endless hours contemplating so this makes for a good first entrance into Girl Dad Club.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2023-03-2932 minDella's DadThe Six month milestone / cognitive leaps and lamb chopsCelebrating six months of Della, Adam is joined by Alee in Seattle, father of one with another one on the way, to talk about all the big changes in Della's little life plus lessons from traveling away from home, eating solid foods, teething and the ever present question of sleepMentioned:- Little Ones sleep programTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2023-03-2134 minDella's DadBeing a stay at home DadSalivating at the prospect of one day being a stay-at-home dad, this week we learn about the realities of being a stay at home parent from Tom, a father of two that's been doing just that.He's one incredibly thoughtful person and parent and the perfect guest to share his approach to parenting.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2023-03-1533 minDella's DadHow many kids to have and when to have them... a special pod crossoverOn a VERY special episode, Nik & Ace from the Steel City NFTeams Podcast join Della's Dad to talk about how many kids you should have and when to have them. Just one? Two? Three? Do you fill a complete starting lineup of a basketball team?With 5 kids between them - if this was SNL they'd jointly receive a jacket for entry to the five-timers club - they share their infinite wisdom on the different ways to handle your growing brood. Sports analogies and laughs are abound but their message is legit. Enjoy the ride....
2023-03-0735 minDella's Dad24 hours BEFORE birth!Dave in New York joins Della's Dad just 24 hours before his wife's scheduled c-section... we talk nerves and expectations plus Dave walks us through 'Vasa Previa' and the impacts of that condition and their IVF journey to here. It's real stuff.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-12-2028 minDella's DadThe only 10 things you need for the first three monthsThrowing out a quick solo episode to highlight the 10 most important or useful things you'll need for your first three months with baby... links below to the stuff I talk about:Love to dream sleepwear (Swaddles)Baby Björn Bouncer BlissNanit baby monitorFrida baby grooming kitHushh compact sound machine The Doona car seat / strollerSNOO smart sleeperDockATotLalo play gymubbi diaper pailFrom the no brainers list:- Dr. Brown’s Natural Flow Baby Bottles- Honest brand diapersTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-12-0612 minDella's DadRaising kids away from family... and flying with them!Paul in Denver joins Della's dad to talk about what it's like to raise his three kids a world away from family, from grandparents, from help, from free babysitters... also we discuss what it's like to fly with kids and the precious time we have with our young ones.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-11-2931 minDella's DadThe Three Month Milestone... and all the changes that come with itIt's been quiet because Della has been keeping Dad very busy but Della's Dad is still here! Mark, the father of a 9 month old joins the show to help Adam unpack all the changes and new challenges that start to hit you at the three month mark.From sleep regression and sleep training to rolling over, moving around, needing stimulation when they can finally understand when you're not paying attention to them!Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-11-2236 minDella's DadTales from a three time dadSpoiler alert... it doesn't get easier! Rhys just had his third kid and he joins the show to talk about some of the challenges that remain whether it's your first or your third kid... there's some not so glamorous stuff too like breast feeding and vasectomies... plus we unearth our first dad of the year nominee with a trip to the emergency department.Resources:- "Save our sleep" by Tizzie Hall- Back massagerTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-10-0430 minDella's DadTwo months in / when your baby finally starts to interact with youAt the two month mark, Della's Dad is joined by Rob from Chicago, father of a 1 year old to talk about that magical moment when your baby really starts to interact with you... plus missing out of social activities, starting on solids and good grandparent related adviceNotes/Resources:What up with that (SNL)Private photo sharing app: Tiny BeansBaby tracking apps:Baby Connect CubtaleTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-09-1625 minDella's DadSix weeks in / time management and being presentAt the six week mark, Della's Dad is joined by a fellow new dad, Jonny, father of a six month old boy. They compare notes on fussy newborns, time management and being present during the precious brief time our kids are so young.Products/Resources:The Wonder Weeks AppNanit baby monitorSNOO Baby bassinet Dr. Brown's baby bottlesTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-09-0129 minDella's DadMore birth stories and some (bad?) advicePart Two of our conversation with Dan from Michigan - we covered a lot of ground the other week so here's the rest of our chat which includes more birth stories and a mixture of good and bad advice... language warning.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-08-2323 minDella's DadThe first month... of sleep deprivationDella is one month old! We're re-joined by Nik, fatherhood veteran, so Adam can cover the current state of Dad-ness four weeks into this journey. It's dominated by sleep deprivation battles, big time poos, bathing, singing and a little bit of raging against the machine.Products mentioned:The SNOO (newborn bassinet/crib)Love to Dream - Zip-up Swaddle (sleep sacks)The Cubtale app (to track sleep)Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-08-1734 minDella's DadThree weeks in when the wheels fall offAfter a dream start with a newborn, everything they tell you about started to happen with little baby Della in week three... the father of a two year old girl, Dan from Michigan, joins the show to remind Adam how to still enjoy it... this episode was aided by a few beers to end a long week for both Dads, so apologies in advance for it's loose nature ;)Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-08-1136 minDella's DadThe second week / return to work & complicated birthsRobin, a father of an 18 month old, joins us from LA to talk Della's Dad through his second week with a newborn, discusses the return to work situation and shares his family's labor/birth story... plus a few laughs and as always some key tips and advice for parents to consider.Notes & Resources:BOOK: "Guide to your baby's first years" from the Mayo ClinicMedela breast pumpHands free pumping brasBottle sterilizers:WabiTommy TippeeTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-08-0328 minDella's DadLabor and Delivery (the birth!)Adam goes solo on this episode to do a deep dive into what the labor, hospital and delivery (birth) experience was for little baby Della. Listen in for some key tips and advice as well if you're about to go through it.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-07-2927 minDella's DadThe First Week with a newborn babyDella's Dad talks through the first week with a newborn baby girl and is joined by a veteran of fatherhood, Nik, father of 3, to digest those initial feelings and experiences plus offer some pearls of wisdom.Notes & Resources:Tresillian's Parent's Help Line (Australia) 1300 272 736The DoonaThe Peanut (Snuggle Me / Dock A Tot)Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-07-2732 minDella's DadIntroducing: Della's Dad - A Fatherhood PodcastA new podcast that chronicles what it’s like to be a first time Dad and leans into the expertise and experience of other fathers... It’s a discussion about one dad raising his daughter and a tool for all parents out out there.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)
2022-07-2601 minThe Comoot: Film & TV2030 Today: Voting (our season finale!)In our season finale, we talk about the power and importance of the vote... and what you need to be aware of when assessing your candidates. Also, Ruben debuts a new nickname for a certain world leader. Listen in!Resources:The Powerful Role of Household Actions in Solving Climate ChangeElectrify EverythingThe power of the Independents2030 targets in AustraliaTheme music: "Aspire" by All Good Folks (via Uppbeat)
2022-02-0928 minThe Comoot: Film & TV2030 Today: Eating OutIt's date night for Ruben and & Adam... on the menu: BURGERS! The two lovers do a mini veggie burger tour of NYC and it's full of emotions.Resources:The Powerful Role of Household Actions in Solving Climate ChangeLekka Burger NYCTheme music: "Aspire" by All Good Folks (via Uppbeat)
2022-02-0229 minThe Comoot: Film & TV2030 Today: Spencer Harbo on Greener Homes and GardensGrowNYC's very own Spencer Harbo returns to the show to talk to us about the things we can do in our own homes and our cities every day to reduce our impact on the climate and the environment. From electricity to waste and composting.Resources:The Powerful Role of Household Actions in Solving Climate ChangeGrowNYCNYC Curbside CompostingTheme music: "Aspire" by All Good Folks (via Uppbeat)
2022-01-2649 minThe Comoot: Film & TV2030 Today: Green Investing (stonks n stuff)Open up your stock portfolios because it's time to tackle 'Green' investing. Ruben shows us some surprising positions in his portfolio and Adam isn't impressed....Resources:The Powerful Role of Household Actions in Solving Climate ChangeThe BBC on Green investingThe case for nuclear power (ABC's The Signal Podcast episode - apple link)Theme music: "Aspire" by All Good Folks (via Uppbeat)
2022-01-1229 minThe Comoot: Film & TV2030 Today: Buying clothes (and other "stuff")We take a stroll down NYC's shopping epicenter, SoHo. From H&M's fast fashion to Ruben and Adam's favorite shoes, the Chuck Taylor, we talk all things footprint for the clothing industry.Resources:The Powerful Role of Household Actions in Solving Climate ChangeFast fashion statisticsGreenwashing FAQBrands: Nothing New shoes, Everlane, All BirdsTheme music: "Aspire" by All Good Folks (via Uppbeat)
2022-01-0525 minThe Comoot: Film & TV2030 Today: Getting around (Mobility)Adam & Ruben go on a green transport adventure, from the New York City Subway to testing out a fancy dutch eBike at Van Moof. There will be boost!Resources:The Powerful Role of Household Actions in Solving Climate ChangeVanmoof eBikes, Super73 eBikes & further readingNatGeo on transportation and climate changeTheme music: "Aspire" by All Good Folks (via Uppbeat)
2021-12-2229 minThe Comoot: Film & TV2030 Today: Buying GroceriesRuben & Adam go shopping for Groceries to figure out what to buy with the environment in mind... From veggies to Nutella to milk and to Indonesian shrimp! Resources:The Powerful Role of Household Actions in Solving Climate ChangeRegenerative Food Systems (regenerative agriculture)Food WasteComposting with GrowNYCReusable produce bagsTheme music: "Aspire" by All Good Folks (via Uppbeat)
2021-12-1524 minThe Comoot: Film & TVIntro to 2030 Today: A season for climate action and a quick COP26 recapOn the first episode of our new season, we shift our focus toward climate action and we do our best to do it in an informative yet motivating and uplifting way. The doom and gloom isn't helping anymore. It's time we inspired each other into action! To kick the season off we set a baseline with what we need to pay attention to from the recent COP26 meetings in Glasgow.Also. we're outside! Surely that's fun right?Show notes and references:COP26 in-depthHousehold action in solving climate change (Project Drawdown)Australia's...
2021-12-0129 minThe Comoot: Film & TVSummer Edition #10: Season Finale! Female workforces, the return of the wooly mammoths and moreOn the final episode of the season we're all over the shop... all-women workforces in India, some big company we've never heard of not paying it's debts, the wooly mammoth potentially coming back from the dead and more!Music credit: "The Vice Yard" by OrgōneLinks:Ola ElectricThe Wooly Mammoth
2021-09-1730 minThe Comoot: Film & TVSummer Edition #9: Abortions in Texas, The Theranos / Elizabeth Holmes trial and El SalvadorIn Texas, old men making dumb rules telling women what to do with their bodies, a young woman defrauding us from Silicon Valley and El Salvadorians have some bitcoin in their (digital) wallets nowMusic credit: "The Vice Yard" by Orgōne
2021-09-0918 minThe Comoot: Film & TVSummer Edition #8: The bananas NFT market and video game crackdowns in ChinaThis week we discuss the red hot NFT market (the numbers are mind boggling) and the even wilder continued crackdown on teens video gaming in China. Also, Ruben is pro climate change?Music credit: "The Vice Yard" by OrgōneLinks:TechCrunch piece on CryptoPunks
2021-09-0219 minThe Comoot: Film & TVSummer Edition #7: AI designed meat, Stablecoins (crypto) and OnlyFansGiuseppe the AI is the chef of our meatless future, we shouldn't have trusted stable coins so much but maybe now we can?... and also we learn a little about the content creators of OnlyFansMusic credit: "The Vice Yard" by Orgōne
2021-08-2619 minThe Comoot: Film & TVSummer Edition #6: Afghanistan, blind Mosquitos and brains with eyesWe couldn't not try and cover the biggest story of the week, the events unfolding in Afghanistan, plus a couple of wacky happenings in science with blind mosquitos and brains with eyes. Also, Stefon?Links:NTY Article on AfghanistanNYT Article: What if you could become invisible to Mosquitoes?Music credit: "The Vice Yard" by Orgōne
2021-08-1922 minThe Comoot: Film & TVSummer Edition #5: A Climate report worth paying attention to, Apple breaking it's privacy promise? and goodbye Lionel MessiThe UN released it's climate report, it's not all doom and gloom and here's why you should take note.... plus is Apple breaking it's privacy promise? And Lionel Messi, the one club man goes to another club!IPCC Climate report links:40 page summaryBloomberg Green CoverageSydney Morning Herald coverageMusic credit: "The Vice Yard" by Orgōne
2021-08-1227 minThe Comoot: Film & TVSummer Edition #4: Belarusian Olympic asylum, Facebook's Metaverse and a hot chip shortageThis week: a Belarusian Olympian can't go home and probably wouldn't want to, it's Facebook's turn to talk 'Metaverse' and we finally figure out why everyone is blaming the 'chip shortage'Links:The Verge Interview with Mark Zuckerberg and Wired UK on why he zucksMusic credit: "The Vice Yard" by Orgōne
2021-08-0618 minThe Comoot: Film & TVSummer Edition #3: Burning down Churches, wild weather, Marlboro cigarettes and the Jungle CruiseA week of extremities, from arson in Canada, crazy weather around the globe, cigarette makers deciding they're gonna stop making cigarettes and we go on a jungle cruise of the summer movie scene. We do enjoy talking about the Rock... and at the end we go for a swim! Music credit: "The Vice Yard" by Orgōne
2021-07-2920 minThe Comoot: Film & TVSummer Edition #2: Olympic controversy, Delta down under, a Chinese hackathon and the Greek FreakIn the second instalment of the summer edition we talk Tokyo Olympics and everything troubling it, the Delta variant makes an appearance down under, China being accused of hacking into your Netflix account and a new champion crowned in the NBA... plus, Ruben goes to the beachLinks:NYT article on the Chinese hacking allegationsThe Ringer's piece on the Greek FreakMusic credit: "The Vice Yard" by Orgōne
2021-07-2219 minThe Comoot: Film & TVSummer Edition #1: An assassination in Haiti, Virgins in space, Chinese tech crackdown and English heartbreakKicking off the 2021 summer edition of the Comoot - Ruben and Adam spend a hot 20 minutes covering the most interesting things of the week.... the Haitian president is assassinated, Didi (Chinese Uber) is in deep doodoo in Beijing, Richard Branson (kinda) goes to space and football once again doesn't come home to England. Also, for some Summer Lovin' the show ends at The Breakers in Williamsburg which has reopened!Links for further reading:The Assassination of Haiti's PresidentWall Street Journal Article on DidiVirgin Galactic Test FlightMusic credit: "The Vice Y...
2021-07-1521 minThe Comoot: Film & TVSeason finale b-side: Doge Coin, SNL, Australia the laggard and vaccine freedomsTo wrap season 2 in a neat little bow, Adam and Ruben cover some things they didn't get a chance to in earlier episodes... From SNL and electric cars to Doge Coin and GameStop, all the ways Australia is a laggard, vaccine freedoms and memories of the Comedy Cellar and friend of the show, the late Martin Paine.
2021-05-1928 minThe Comoot: Film & TVAussie cafe culture and it's growth in New York CityRobbie Lecchino from East Village cafe All The Kings Horses joins us to talk about what makes a cafe truly Australian and how it differs from the norm in the US. We also learn about his journey here in NYC, the "Magic" coffee from Melbourne and just how much Vegemite should go on your toast.Links:@atkhcafeCoffee, Compassion, and Community: The Unexpected Success of an Australian Café in the East Village
2021-05-0534 minThe Comoot: Film & TVTwo months thru-hiking the Pacific Crest TrailEnglish wanderer Leo Roberts (@leo_athletic) takes us on his gruelling and life changing journey thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail over the course of two months last summer. Food rations, sore feet, glaciers, mountain lions and elk... Like you, Ruben and Adam had never heard of the Pacific Crest Trail but after this episode they're ready to try it out for themselves. Though there will likely just be a lot of supine rest.Links:Pacific Crest TrailThru-hiking basicsInto The Wild - trailer@comootpod
2021-04-2853 minThe Comoot: Film & TVThe European Super League, where the money goes in Football and why people are so madOur Football czar, Rahul Govada joins the show to help us understand all the fuss around the recently announced European Super League and the intricate role the big time money in European football plays across the numerous leagues and clubs... and we once again find a way to make this episode blame the evils of social media
2021-04-2135 minThe Comoot: Film & TVAntiquesAlison Shoota, a New York based antique dealer joins to the show to talk antiquing, what it is, why they can be valuable and shares some fascinating stories. Ruben also still hasn't paid his share of the podcast hosting fees.
2021-04-0844 minThe Comoot: Film & TVLaunching a digital media website and promoting political discourseTom Canetti, founder of The Rocky Road Post, walks us through the ins and outs of running a digital media website and how he's trying for a fresh take on news media. We discuss how social media and our ever shortening attention spans has changed our news consumption, how tribalism has closed us off from listening to the 'other side' and the negative effects of social media censorship. Strap in.Links:Website: The Rocky Road PostTom's Book: Pawns before Kingsalso...A bad idea about consentIf you're enjoying...
2021-03-3156 minThe Comoot: Film & TVDirecting movies and working with actorsDirector Bobby Linsley joins the show to talk about what Directors actually do on set, what they don't do, going to film school, what it's like to work with actors, digital vs celluloid (film), "final cut", the greatness of Adam Sandler, CGI's place in film and of course, his favourite directors.Links:Bobby's film: RitualVictoria (single shot movie)RED Digital CameraRebel without a crewPapyrus - SNL skit
2021-03-241h 14The Comoot: Film & TVB-side: Life on Mars, the x-prize, lab grown meat and Jared LetoRuben and Adam are back with another b-side where they discuss the recent Mars landings, the x-prize for carbon capture, 3D printed meat, protesting farmers in India, facebook and a 1990's crime drama with our hero Denzel Washington.@comootpodLinks from the show:Mars landingCarbon Capture X Prize3D printed meatIndia's protesting farmersFacebook's Australian News banThe Little Things (Trailer)
2021-03-0358 minThe Comoot: Film & TVCryptocurrencies and the BlockchainDigital assets guru Jonny Taneski joins the show to break down exactly how cryptocurrencies actually work, why they are rising in popularity. and the challenges they face Of course you can't talk crypto without talking about Bitcoin, the blockchain and crowd favorite, the Dogecoin. Hold on for dear life, because you just might learn something - we did!@comootpodShow notes and resources:Quote - “It might make sense just to get some Bitcoin in case it catches on. If enough people think the same way, that becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy.” — Satoshi Nakamoto in 2009Bitc...
2021-02-2549 minThe Comoot: Film & TVEverything Art from scarcity value to galleries, Freeports and Andy WarholNew York based Art advisor Jess De La Hunty joins the show to talk about the Art world. From scarcity value, the importance of galleries, how a freeport works and how art is valued plus much more.... and Ruben has some interesting feelings about Andy Warhol.jessdelahunty.com@jessdelahunty
2021-02-1848 minThe Comoot: Film & TVB-side: Inaugurations, old presidents and UtahAdam and Ruben take a break from regularly scheduled programming to talk inaugurations, aging presidents, hopes and dreams, visiting Utah, the 'right' to choose, Trumpy Bear and of course, the Mandalorian comes up... again.
2021-01-2731 minThe Comoot: Film & TVTargeted AdvertisingHillary Chapman-Roberts joins us to talk about targeted advertising, fall sweeps, social media, section 230, doom scrolling and rock n roll.@comootpodMusic credit: "Blitz" by Sferro
2021-01-131h 04The Comoot: Film & TVRacism in corporate AmericaDamon C. Gatison and Kristin Herrington-Hayes join Ruben and Adam for a discussion on racism in corporate America. They share with us what it's like for them working in the corporate arena and how they think the events that transpired in 2020 could shape 2021 and beyond. An illuminating episode that gave us lots to think about.
2021-01-061h 10The Comoot: Film & TVThe new season kicks off with Brandon Bess, co-host of the Someone Will be Offended Podcast, as we discuss all things good about the year that was 2020. From the vaccine and the NBA bubble to road trips, the election and nuclear fusion
2020-12-3159 minThe Comoot: Film & TVYou know about Improv?On our season finale, Rick Andrews & Bianca Casusol from the Magnet Theater join us to talk about Improv. From what it's like for first timers to the ones that made it to SNL and Improv's part in the world of comedy. Can you learn to be funny? and can you tell jokes without offending people? Also, we have an update on Arnold Schwarzenegger... sort of.Link to the Magnet Theater@comootpodMusic credit: "Blitz" by Sferro
2020-05-271h 17The Comoot: Film & TVYou know about running a bar?Britni Brindle, manger of Brooklyn bar The Breakers, joins us to talk about what it’s like to run a bar in NYC. From skateboards and draft cocktails to the impacts of the coronavirus. And if you listen to the whole thing there’s a free drink waiting for you courtesy of Ruben.Link to the Breakers Staff Relief FundInstagram: @thebreakersbk@comootpodMusic credit: "Blitz" by Sferro
2020-04-1537 minThe Comoot: Film & TVB-Side: You know about Social Distancing?From a socially acceptable distance away from each other, Ruben and Adam talk about life in a pandemic-affected New York City. From trying to stay sane through food and exercise, the implications to society and business, hoarding toilet paper and of course, The Tiger King. A note from Adam: Please forgive the profanities, living in isolation has its effects!!!Instagram: @comootpodMusic credit: "Blitz" by Sferro
2020-04-0223 minThe Comoot: Film & TVYou know about founding a startup?Chase Williams, co-founder of Campus, joins us to talk about what it’s like to be the founder of a tech startup. From developing a product and getting funding to leading a team and keeping people motivated. Also, Ruben enlightens us on what it’s like to be a bachelor in New York.Instagram: @comootpodMusic credit: "Blitz" by Sferro
2020-03-021h 08The Comoot: Film & TVYou know about the environment?Spencer Harbo joins the podcast to discuss the environment, climate change and how people think about their role in this climate crisis.Spencer works in green space development for the environmental non-profit GrowNYC. He holds degrees in Natural Resource Management and Social Work from the University of Michigan.Music credit: "Blitz" by Sferro
2020-02-131h 11The Comoot: Film & TVYou know about passive income?Jacob Bluestein joins us to talk about passive income, real estate, the ‘Core 4’ and Avo toast.Music credit: "Blitz" by SferroResources mentioned in the episode:Biggerpockets.com (website and podcast)Rich Dad Poor Dad - by Robert KiyosakiLong Distance Real Estate Investing - by David GreenIntroduction to Rental Property Investing - by Brandon Turner
2020-02-0644 minThe Comoot: Film & TVYou know about starting a clothing line?HoliJo Clothing founder Shashank Chandra takes us through his journey launching his clothing brand. From what inspired him to tap into his roots to using fashion to educate and connect with people.@holijoclothingwww.holijoclothing.comMusic credit: "Blitz" by Sferro
2020-01-0943 minThe Comoot: Film & TVYou know about Acting?Actor Amir Malaklou joins Ruben and Adam to talk about his journey as an actor. From SAG cards to Argo to watching movies in 35mm film. Oh and the Tesla Cybertruck is too boxy for Ruben.Music credit: "Blitz" by Sferro
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