Podcast
The Trout Stream
Hosted by Harry Troutman Paul Troutman · EN
Two brothers and girl dad's in the mid 30's talking about sports, life, and everything in between.
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FAW - LOUISIANA DELI
Mar 2500:34:24Tap to summarizeThe conversation explores the absence of delis and diners in the South, highlighting the longing for breakfast food and the lack of quality pizza. It also delves into the impact of water on the taste of pizza, drawing comparisons between different regions. The conversation covers the dilemma of choosing between podcasts and music while cutting grass, and the discussion about Wawa's lemon tea and Brisk. The hosts share their preferences and experiences related to these topics, creating an engaging and relatable dialogue for the audience.TakeawaysThe absence of delis and diners in the SouthThe impact of water on pizza taste Podcasts vs. Music for Grass CuttingWawa's Lemon Tea and BriskChapters00:00 The Absence of Delis and Diners in the South23:23 Podcasts vs. Music for Grass Cutting
Transcribe →#98 - CLEANER CROWS
Mar 1001:16:06Tap to summarizeThe episode begins with an introduction and overview of the show, emphasizing family-friendly content and entertainment. The hosts then share personal life updates and reflections, discussing the passage of time and the challenges of balancing work and family. The conversation transitions to a discussion of favorite athletes, sports memories, and the significance of the number 98 in sports. Finally, the hosts explore music, movies, and celebrities associated with the number 98, concluding the episode with humor and banter. The conversation covers celebrity connections, NASCAR highlights, a comedy movie bracket, and funny state laws. The chapters include discussions on celebrity connections, NASCAR highlights, a comedy movie bracket, and funny state laws. The conversation covered unusual state laws, including the illegality of slurping soup in certain states, shared birthdays, a squirrel causing a network outage, and the use of crows for cleaning. Additionally, there were discussions about wallet styles, key organization, and podcast promotion. The hosts also expressed frustration with spam media accounts and encouraged listeners to leave ratings and reviews for the podcast.TakeawaysFamily-friendly contentPersonal anecdotes and reflections Celebrity connectionsNASCAR highlightsComedy movie bracketFunny state laws Unusual laws in different statesThe use of animals for unique purposesChapters00:00 Introduction and Show Overview32:44 Celebrity Connections56:00 Comedy Movie Bracket01:03:13 Unusual State Laws01:18:44 Shared Birthdays and Squirrel Mishaps01:24:14 Crows as Cleaners01:29:23 Wallet and Key Discussions01:39:15 Podcast Promotion and Sign-off
Transcribe →#97 - SIX POUND TROUT
Mar 401:07:02Tap to summarizeThe conversation begins with Paul and Harry sharing personal life updates and milestones, including the birth of a baby, house purchases, and other significant events. This is followed by an introduction to sports picks and predictions for various events and races. The conversation covers celebrity stories, acts of kindness, unusual state laws, and Olympic highlights. It delves into the generosity and kindness of individuals, the impact of the Teddy Bridgewater Act, and the misrepresentation of good deeds in the media. Additionally, it explores the achievements and highlights of the Winter Olympics, showcasing remarkable moments and exceptional performances. The conversation covers topics related to local regulations and tourist attractions, unusual town ordinances, and humorous sports events. It delves into the unique regulations in historic towns, the impact of tourism on local regulations, and the humor in sports events.TakeawaysLife updates and personal milestonesSports picks and predictions Acts of kindness and generosityUnusual state lawsOlympic highlights Tourist attractions and local regulationsUnusual town ordinancesHumorous sports eventsChapters00:00 Life Updates and Milestones32:25 Celebrity Stories and Acts of Kindness41:21 Teddy Bridgewater Act and Media Misrepresentation01:07:30 Local Regulations and Tourist Attractions
Transcribe →#96 - OM MY GUUUUUURRRRDDDD
Dec 2300:56:26Tap to summarizeSend us a textA $40 pair of “serial killer” frames, a first baby kick that stops time, and the greatest dad mug ever forged in a Lowe’s bucket—this one has range. We open with frugal fashion and brotherly roasting, then shift into the kind of holiday catch‑up that sticks: prime rib memories, gratitude, and the moment a future dad realizes his world just expanded and narrowed at once. From there, we dive into the sacred nerdery of jersey number 96, giving proper shine to Cortez Kennedy and passing Derek Barnett like a baton of nostalgia, with fast hits across MLB, NBA, and NASCAR that prove stats are just stories with jerseys on.The golden trouts bring heart and humor. Trader Joe’s gets flowers for donating 100% of unsold fresh goods and moving tens of millions of pounds of food to communities that need it. Then we crank up the amps for retro gaming nights—Rock Band, Madden throwbacks, and the quiet genius of saving every old console. Fantasy football stirs the pot with semifinals, pride, and friendly wagers that matter way more than they should. And because no stream is complete without the weird, PWN delivers: a $900,000 garage painting, the surprisingly intense housekeeping Olympics, and a raccoon that drinks, rampages, and naps like a tiny masked celebrity.Our Black Friday saga ties it all together: standing in the cold for mystery buckets, watching a would‑be bucket bandit sprint for destiny, and unboxing a ceramic five‑gallon “dad mug” that instantly becomes family lore. We close by teeing up listener‑driven polls and community goals across TikTok, Facebook, and beyond. Come for the laughs and oddities; stay for the warmth, sports nerdery, and small joys that make ordinary days feel cinematic. If you smiled even once, tap follow, share with a friend, and drop a review—what moment hit you hardest?https://linktr.ee/TroutstreampodIf you could please follow like and review our show on all major apps that you listen to podcasts on.If you need help, don't be afraid to reach out someone will listen!!
Transcribe →BONUS TURKEY TROT!!!! SOUP FOR SPEED!
Nov 2700:48:54Tap to summarizeSend us a textA clean screen or closed captions—where do you land? We kick things off with a spirited, funny take on subtitles before rolling right into a worldwide listener shoutout and a marble-race ritual that decides who opens the show. From there we ride the 95 theme everywhere it goes: Richard Dent anchoring the ’85 Bears, Chris Jones talking his talk, a roll call of seven-time legends, and a playful detour into Lightning McQueen’s Piston Cup lore. We even dust off Windows 95 nostalgia and share where to click around those retro desktops and games online.The centerpiece is delicious: our Thanksgiving pie bracket. Apple and pumpkin battle through the field for a final that felt like a wrestling call—pumpkin claims the crown 55–45. That win sparks real plans and practical hosting tips: how to transport pies, ideal chilling windows, and why an Amish peanut butter cream pie might be the sleeper hit on your dessert table. We map our holiday plates in detail—stovetop stuffing over in-bird, sweet potato casserole with a brown sugar crunch, deviled eggs as a first-grab, and a hot sauce strategy that rescues dry turkey and lifts leftovers.We also spotlight a timely civic good: a Food For Fines program that turns non-perishables into municipal fine credits and clears overdue library fees. It’s a reminder that community matters as much as the menu. We wrap with gratitude, a nod to our executive producers Jared Alman and Joel and Audrey Tatrow, and a clear invite to help us keep growing this Trout Stream family.If you laughed, argued with our pie picks, or stole a side-dish idea, tap follow, leave a quick five-star review, and share this episode with the person who makes the best deviled eggs. Which pie owns your Thanksgiving table—pumpkin or apple?https://linktr.ee/TroutstreampodIf you could please follow like and review our show on all major apps that you listen to podcasts on.If you need help, don't be afraid to reach out someone will listen!!
Transcribe →#94 - Sixers, Pies, And A Perfect Weekend
Nov 1700:57:05Tap to summarizeSend us a textA cheesesteak run, a throwback Sixers night, and a garage TV that serves up American Gladiators from season one—some weekends write themselves. We packed ours with brother time, bad puns, and the kind of sports stories that stick: jersey number 94 legends, draft-pick rabbit holes, and a NASCAR finale where a late caution flips the whole outcome. Respect to Denny. Applause for Larson. The line between luck and preparation has never felt thinner.What surprised us most? A pie bracket that turned into our most active poll ever. Apple takes down pecan in a surge of votes. Pumpkin cruises past the field. Now the final is set: pumpkin vs apple. It’s not just dessert; it’s identity, memory, and region. One gets Cool Whip, one gets ice cream, both are worthy champions. Cast a vote, pick a side, then make peace over a second slice.We also pull in the odd and delightful: a German museum tour that roasts guests on purpose and sells out, a cross-border European chair theft ring that steals 1,100 seats, and a “lion” on the loose in Ireland that turns out to be a Newfoundland named Mouse with a very convincing haircut. It all circles back to a simple idea—things aren’t always what they seem, which is why curiosity is the best seat in the house.Come for the Sixers and NASCAR talk, stay for the pie showdown, the jersey 94 roll call, and the shoutouts from York to Helsinki. If you laughed, learned, or picked a pie, tap follow, share with a friend, and drop a review. Five stars help more people find the stream—and yes, we read the one-stars too. Which pie gets your vote?https://linktr.ee/TroutstreampodIf you could please follow like and review our show on all major apps that you listen to podcasts on.If you need help, don't be afraid to reach out someone will listen!!
Transcribe →#93 - THE MASK OF FRANKENSTEIN
Nov 1700:59:38Tap to summarizeSend us a textA number can be an excuse for a party, and 93 gives us plenty to celebrate. We kick off with pure joy—Halloween nostalgia, shared Frankenstein masks, and a baby shower packed with Trout Stream onesies—before diving into the sports nerdery you asked for: the best athletes to wear 93. John Randle’s ferocity, Dwight Freeney’s spin legend, Jason Babin’s wide-nine years, and Jakub Voracek’s ripple effect in Philly hockey spark a fast, fun tour through football, hockey, baseball, and even the rare NBA 93.From there we fire up the engines: recent NASCAR trends, manufacturer storylines, and a high-stakes choice between heart and head. One of us rides with Denny Hamlin’s long arc toward a title, the other backs a late-season heater in Chase Briscoe. It’s fan energy with receipts, the kind of back-and-forth that makes Sunday feel closer. Threaded between the laughs, we hand out Golden Trout Awards for real-world kindness—from a Virginia wedding venue gifting maternity photos to a wildlife rescue that turned a mistaken hedgehog into a mascot with grace.Then—weird gets wonderful. Paul’s Weird News serves up an “artificial tongue” that measures spiciness, escaped lab monkeys with serious PPE warnings, and the blue-furred dogs of Chernobyl, all delivered with curiosity and common sense. The fan-voted pie bracket keeps the stakes delicious: chocolate crushes walnut, pumpkin steamrolls peach, apple strudel advances, and strawberry squeaks past French silk to face pecan. We wrap by revisiting road trip snack loyalties—Twizzlers, jerky, sunflower seeds—and invite you to add yours to the mix.If you love sports history, NASCAR drama, community shout-outs, and a bracket that actually makes you hungry, you’re home. Tap follow, share the show with a friend, and drop a five-star review—then jump into our polls and tell us which pie deserves the crown. Pumpkin or lemon meringue? Your vote decides what we eat next week.https://linktr.ee/TroutstreampodIf you could please follow like and review our show on all major apps that you listen to podcasts on.If you need help, don't be afraid to reach out someone will listen!!
Transcribe →#92 - I JUST THOUGHT YOU LIKED TATERS
Oct 2801:07:04Tap to summarizeSend us a textA Tuesday baby class turns into the most wholesome date night tradition, complete with diner croquettes, coupon hauls, and a server who “just thought you liked taters.” From there, we open the floodgates: shoutouts to new listeners, a fresh garage studio reveal, garden wins with heirloom tomatoes and a mountain of jalapeños, and a nostalgic Friday Night Lights binge that raises the eternal question—are the Panthers going to state?Then we go full sports brain. We celebrate the best to wear 92—Michael Strahan’s relentlessness, James Harrison’s menace, and the Minister of Defense himself, Reggie White, with the legendary “This is God” voicemail from Mike Holmgren’s recruitment. We wander through the rare 92s in the NBA and MLB quirks like Génesis Cabrera’s number dedication. On the NASCAR front, we look back at the 92 car’s surprising legacy, recap Vegas strategy and emotions around Denny Hamlin’s win, and swing forward into a Talladega preview with our weekly picks and playoff implications. It’s the mix we love: stats, stories, and the little human edges that decide results.Heart shows up too. Golden Trouts go to the people building a beautiful baby shower and to John Cena for paying tribute to Bray Wyatt in a moment that lit the arena like fireflies. And yes, we finally launch our Thanksgiving pie bracket: apple crushes cranberry cheesecake, pecan cruises, lemon meringue advances, and cherry edges derby pie. Expect arguments, recipes, and a promise—we’ll bake the champion. For dessert, Weird News serves a bear casually shopping produce in Arizona, 426 fist bumps in 30 seconds, and a scrapple sculpture of the Eagles’ tush push that would make Philly proud.Subscribe, share with someone who loves sports and sweets, and drop your vote in the pie bracket on our socials. Leave a review if you smiled, learned, or now want lemon meringue. Go Birds.https://linktr.ee/TroutstreampodIf you could please follow like and review our show on all major apps that you listen to podcasts on.If you need help, don't be afraid to reach out someone will listen!!
Transcribe →#91 - A Seagull Covered In Curry Walks Into The X Games
Oct 1901:03:31Tap to summarizeSend us a textWhat do you do when your teams break your heart three times in one night? You find the joy anyway. We open with a raw Philly pulse check and then pivot hard into the good stuff: our favorite athletes to wear 91—Rodman’s chaos and brilliance, Fedorov’s two-way wizardry, Kevin Greene’s pure edge, and Fletcher Cox’s leadership that still echoes. The number turns into a time machine, unlocking memories, arguments, and a few underrated legends along the way.From there we floor it into NASCAR: why Project 91 matters, how SVG is bending road-course reality, and the playoff math that makes Las Vegas a championship omen. We talk points, momentum, and the “circle this race” mentality that keeps garages honest. Our picks are bold, our receipts are public, and the drama is delicious.Life off the field brings the balance. A Great Wolf Lodge mishap becomes a hospitality masterclass—quick recovery, real options, and a small gesture that meant a lot. In our couples fantasy league, we confess draft assists, weigh bye weeks, and ride the emotional rollercoaster of win probabilities that somehow govern the kitchen conversation. Then PWN delivers pure wonder: a million-dollar Tony Hawk skateboard deck, a Bay Area squirrel with a mean streak, and a UK “phoenix” that turns out to be a seagull dipped in curry. It’s absurd, specific, and impossible not to share.We wrap by crowdsourcing joy: the Mount Rushmore of sandwiches. Cheesesteak? Italian hoagie? PBJ’s nostalgic pull? And a spirited case that the humble ice cream sandwich might be the true people’s champion. Sports pain comes and goes, but community and curiosity keep us showing up.If that sounds like your kind of ride, tap follow, share with a friend who needs a laugh, and leave a quick 5-star review. Your word of mouth keeps this stream flowing.https://linktr.ee/TroutstreampodIf you could please follow like and review our show on all major apps that you listen to podcasts on.If you need help, don't be afraid to reach out someone will listen!!
Transcribe →#90 - MAMA WE'RE ON A RACECAR!
Oct 900:56:15Tap to summarizeSend us a textThe mic’s hot, the porch light’s on, and we’re rolling straight into a milestone—complete with a twist we’ve been dying to share. After a short break, we bring the full spread: a cold open laced with hidden Garth Brooks titles, a NASCAR playoffs duel separated by a single point, and the final vote in our BBQ side dish bracket that crowns a surprise champion. It’s the familiar rhythm you love—fast sports talk, food debates, small‑town volunteer chaos—turned up with stories that stick long after the outro.We dig into the mythology of the number 90, from Jordan Davis’ freight-train speed to Julius Peppers’ clean Carolina blues, and wander into the stat-nerd weeds on who’s worn 90 in other leagues. Golden Trouts go to legends and lifelines: Lee Corso for shaping Saturdays, North Wilkesboro for returning to the NASCAR points slate, Jared Allen for a Hall of Fame line that hits home, and to family for keeping us steady. The Trout Stream even found its way onto a real race car—Carter Clepp’s no. 99 Bandolero and go‑kart—proving that community travels fast when you invite it along.Paul’s Weird News brings the delightful absurd: an 82‑year‑late library return with a mysterious note, an osprey that “preheated” dinner on power lines, and a wallet rediscovered under the hood after 151,000 miles—gift cards alive, lottery numbers gone. And then the news that made our break make sense: we’re having a baby. We talk honestly about fertility hurdles, cravings, moving the studio, and the friends who make the load lighter. It’s sports, life, and everything in between—stitched with humor, kindness, and just enough chaos to feel real.Tap play, ride along, then jump into the comments: team deviled egg or team pasta salad? Follow us on socials, share the show with someone who needs a smile, and leave a review so more folks can find The Trout Stream. We read every word—and we’ll see you back on the porch next week.https://linktr.ee/TroutstreampodIf you could please follow like and review our show on all major apps that you listen to podcasts on.If you need help, don't be afraid to reach out someone will listen!!
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