Podcast Summary: You Betcha Radio – "Our 2025 New Year's Resolutions 🎙 #307"

Introduction

In episode #307 of You Betcha Radio, hosted by Myles (the "You Betcha Guy") alongside Ryan, Tyler, and Jared, the gang dives into the annual tradition of New Year's resolutions. Released on January 1, 2025, this episode blends humor, personal anecdotes, and genuine reflections as the hosts review their past resolutions and set ambitious goals for the new year.

Review of 2024 Resolutions

The episode kicks off with the hosts revisiting their 2024 New Year's resolutions. Each member shares their successes and humorous shortcomings from the previous year.

• Myles aimed to lose three pounds but humorously reports losing 30-40 pounds instead, joking, “[02:22] Miles: Probably 30 to 40 pounds.”

• Ryan’s resolution to play more video games was a hit, admitting, “**[09:06] Ryan: And Harry Potter.” He reflects on his gaming achievements, including conquering "Hogwarts Legacy" and increasing his gaming hours significantly.

• Tyler planned to be less productive and play more video games, leading to playful banter with Ryan mishearing it as wanting to “be a piece of shit.” The group laughed it off, with Tyler clarifying, “[07:56] Tyler: So if you stay in January too, then you got 11 months. You're like, what am I doing?”

• Jared focused on personal achievements like pulling a fire alarm and solving riddles, which he humorously admits he didn't accomplish: “[30:10] Tyler: Jeez. I just kind of gave up.”

Setting 2025 Resolutions

With reflections in place, the hosts enthusiastically set their sights on 2025, outlining a mix of personal, professional, and humorous goals.

• Myles shares a multifaceted resolution list:

  • Stain the entryway: “[34:56] Miles: 2025 is the year that I stain the entryway.”
  • Start the process of having another child: “[36:32] Miles: I want to start the process of thinking about having another kid.”
  • Solve a Rubik’s Cube: A challenging yet playful goal, Myles vows, “**[39:35] I wanna solve that sucker just.””

• Ryan sets intentions to:

  • Sharpen his blades regularly: Although he humorously struggles with this goal, saying, “[29:33] Ryan: I think that’s exactly how you responded.”
  • Replace a friend: Reflecting on his social circle, Ryan humorously remarks, “[64:01] Miles: First of all, we’re not friends.”

• Tyler aims for personal development:

  • Complete 75 Hard: A rigorous fitness and discipline challenge, Tyler outlines the rules, including workouts, water intake, and reading: “[45:12] Tyler: So 75 hard is 75 straight days of one workout and then one additional workout that’s got to be outside.”
  • Shoot a deer: Embracing his primal instincts, Tyler plans to hunt responsibly: “**[50:56] Tyler: My next New Year's resolution is in 2025. I just want to shoot a deer.””

• Jared focuses on:

  • Running a half-marathon: Setting a personal record with a target time of 2 hours and 50 minutes.
  • Retiring early: A humorous yet ambitious goal, Jared quips, “**[70:45] Jared: I'm gonna try.””
  • Using the phrase “canary in the coal mine” correctly: Demonstrating his love for language: “**[71:07] Jared: It’s like I googled it. It’s like there’s danger up ahead.””

Personal Stories and Discussions

The conversation naturally flows into personal anecdotes and playful interactions among the hosts, highlighting their camaraderie and individual quirks.

• Golfing Mishap: Myles recounts a double bogey incident with his dad, turning a near-win into a humorous tale: “**[07:06] Miles: So all I had to do was bogey the hole and I would have won.””

• Parenting Challenges: Tyler shares his struggles with his child’s reluctance to participate in wrestling, leading to a light-hearted debate on parental responsibilities: “**[14:09] Miles: Because you’re a wrestling guy. If your kid doesn’t want to wrestle, tough sledding.””

• Future Podcast Segments: The hosts brainstorm ideas for future episodes, including collective discussions on parenting topics like the “birds and bees” talk. Myles suggests, “**[19:08] Miles: So, like, one will get it when they’re 16. One will get them when they’re, you know, six.””

Group Resolutions and Goals

Beyond individual resolutions, the group sets collective goals to enhance their podcast’s reach and engagement.

• Patreon Milestone: Determined to grow their community, the hosts aim for 5,000 patrons by the end of 2025: “[73:05] Jared: Yeah, we can do it.”

• Merchandise Promotion: They enthusiastically promote their merchandise, emphasizing affordability and practicality: “**[75:14] Jared: Road trippers. The whole thing. So go check it out, guys.””

Listener Q&A

Towards the end of the episode, the hosts engage with listener questions, offering humorous and practical advice.

• Hungover Dad Tips: Addressing a listener's struggle with hangovers as a parent, the hosts provide witty suggestions:

  • Tyler recommends distancing oneself from the chaos by visiting grandparents: “[76:28] Ryan: The number one cheat code is live close to a grandparent. Dump those kids off ASAP as possible.”
  • Miles and Ryan joke about practical solutions like taking shifts or using hotel stays to manage mornings.

• Rubik’s Cube Challenges: They offer strategic tips for solving Rubik’s Cubes, blending practical advice with humor: “[103:28] Tyler: And I still do this to this day. Let’s say our church and the pastor says, please rise. If you got a little. You’re 410. You probably got some spunk.”

Humorous Interludes and Banter

Throughout the episode, the hosts maintain a lively and humorous atmosphere, characterized by playful teasing and inside jokes.

• “Victoria Secret Undie Sale”: A running joke about their merchandise sales, culminating in a humorous resolution: “**[74:15] Tyler: Victoria Secret Secret. It’s the year that the secret gets revealed.””

• CrossFit and Fitness Humor: They poke fun at each other’s fitness goals and challenges, blending encouragement with ribbing: “**[94:33] Tyler: Yeah. Yeah. Going anywhere. Yeah. Going anywhere.””

Concluding Remarks

As the episode wraps up, the hosts reinforce their collective goals and encourage listeners to support the podcast through Patreon and merchandise purchases.

• Final Encouragement: Myles concludes with, “**[73:48] Tyler: That’s the Victoria Secret undie sale. Five for 25.”” reinforcing their commitment to growth and community engagement.

• Listener Engagement: They urge listeners to visit their Patreon and website, highlighting exclusive content and their latest episodes: “**[74:43] Miles: Go check out our Patreon. We’ve got all sorts of episodes on there.””

Notable Quotes

• Myles on Weight Loss: “**[02:22] Miles: Probably 30 to 40 pounds.””

• Tyler on Video Games: “[08:10] Miles: Mishears him.”

• Ryan on Friend Replacement: “[64:01] Miles: First of all, we’re not friends.”

• Jared on Resolutions: “**[71:07] Jared: It’s like I googled it. It’s like there’s danger up ahead.””

• Group Goal: “[73:00] Miles: Do we have any group resolutions for the podcast?”

Conclusion

Episode #307 of You Betcha Radio offers a blend of humor, personal reflection, and camaraderie as the hosts navigate the tradition of setting New Year's resolutions. From ambitious personal goals to collective aspirations for their podcast, Myles, Ryan, Tyler, and Jared provide an entertaining and relatable exploration of self-improvement and community building. Whether you're a longtime listener or new to the podcast, this episode delivers insightful laughs and heartfelt moments that encapsulate the essence of Midwest camaraderie.