• YFL Ep. 39: The Great Debate with Jackson Stoever | Abolish Tipping & Earning the right to Parent
    Feb 19 2025

    There is no better time to debate than now. Is tipping culture out of control? Should you earn the right to be a parent? Your Favorite Locals tour the debate world with Master Debater and Reno/Vegas comedian, Jackson Stoever. Buckle up for the worst hot takes and spiciest reactions to the most controversial topics.

    (00:00 - 02:35) Intro

    (02:36 - 29:07) The U.S. Should Abolish Tipping

    (29:08 - 42:01) You Should Earn the Right to be a Parent

    (42:02 - 43:39) The National Forensic League

    (43:40 - 44:32) Reno's Hidden Gem

    (44:33 - 50:53) Who is Jackson Stover?

    (50:54 - 1:00:08) Jackson's Debate Background

    (1:00:09 - 1:05:31) Debate Tips and Tricks

    (1:05:32 - 1:13:29) Politics and Religion Debates

    (1:13:30 - 1:27:57) Jackson Pursues Comedy

    (1:27:58 - 1:35:43) The Generation Gap

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    1 hr and 36 mins
  • YFL Ep.38: Social Media Ruined High School Reunions
    Feb 12 2025

    High school reunions: a safe place (for judgement). Kenzie just joined Mike in the 28 club which means they have 10 year high school reunions to start thinking about. But is it even happening? Has social media ruined high school reunions? From reflecting back on the lovely era of undeveloped brains and bullying, they chat about the REAL questions people ask themselves when they think about attending their high school reunion.

    (00:00 - 02:28) Valentine's Day Giveaway

    (02:29 - 03:34) Intro

    (03:35 - 05:16) Are we having a 10 year reunion?

    (05:17 - 09:11) What is a high school reunion?

    (09:12 - 11:10) Social Media has ruined reunions

    (11:11 - 15:32) Symptoms of a heart attack

    (15:33 - 23:08) Would you attend your high school reunions?

    (23:09 - 27:58) High school is not that serious

    (27:59 - 39:37) How do you think people are going to remember you?

    (39:38 - 44:46) What do you imagine a high school reunion as?

    (44:47 - 49:02) Would you date your current significant other in high school?

    (49:03 - 50:18) Famous people from your class

    (50:19 - 52:14) The scary statistic about Only Fans

    (52:15 - 1:00:59) Knowing what you know now would you have chosen the same friends?

    (1:01:00 - 1:12:52) What's the desired outcome of going to a reunion?

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    #highschoolreunion #podcast #comedypodcast

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • YFL Ep. 37: Biggest Little Laughs with Daniel Lowe & Justin Hudson
    Jan 29 2025

    Your Favorite Locals sit down with some of their favorite Reno local comedians, Daniel Lowe and Justin Hudson. What topics are off limits in comedy? What’s the riskiest joke you’ve ever told? THESE are the burning questions we need answers to. Daniel and Justin share their perspectives on the art of comedy, comedy 101 tips that have helped them succeed, and how they stand out. So, sit back, relax, and don't take yourself so seriously 😏

    (00:00 - 05:02) Intro

    (05:03 - 10:39) First Steps into Comedy

    (10:40 - 14:43) Comedic Therapy

    (14:44 - 20:34) What do you find funny?

    (20:35 - 26:59) Pre-Show Rituals & Set Preparation

    (27:00 - 35:12) Taking Risks on Stage

    (35:13 - 43:39) Storytelling in Comedy—How to Keep an Audience Engaged

    (43:40 - 52:49) Reno’s Secret Swinger Scene

    (52:50 - 1:02:39) Finding Your Voice as a Comedian

    (1:02:40 - 1:21:29) The Best & Worst Gigs

    (1:21:30 - 1:24:35) How do you stand out?

    (1:24:36 - 1:34:30) What makes you feel normal?

    Where to find Daniel? https://www.instagram.com/dlowe1856/

    Where to find Justin? https://www.instagram.com/justinsarus/

    Listen to Daniel and Justin on their podcast; The Reno Green Room Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/3fN6HGWgs6IO6of9ETQxuG?si=73d2feb3082f452a

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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • YFL Ep. 36: When Fairytales get Grimm
    Jan 22 2025

    Your Favorite Locals get curiouser and curiouser as they fall into the Rabbit Whole of the dark origins of their favorite fairytales. They reflect on what lessons they remember from the stories they were told and discover the truth of the lessons that were implied from the Grimm Brother's Fairytale story book. Hurry and don't be late to watching this episode because the tea is HOT.

    (00:00 - 03:17) Intro

    (03:18 - 04:16) The problem with Fairytales

    (04:17 - 14:07) The origins and lessons of Snow White

    (14:08 - 22:12) The origins and lessons of Little Red Riding Hood

    (22:13 - 35:04) The origins and lessons of Hansel and Gretel

    (35:05 - 40:57) Disney vs. The Grimm's Fairytales

    (40:58 - 45:59) Older Disney Movie lessons

    (46:00 - 51:51) Modern Day Movie lessons

    (51:52 - 54:50) Fantasy and Reality don't co exist very well

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    55 mins
  • YFL Ep. 35: We're Engaged!
    Jan 15 2025

    Your Favorite Locals are making it official! 🎉 New Year, New Ring, and a New Episode to kick off 2025 with a bang! We’re diving into all things engagement and New Year’s goals—from failed proposal attempts and the process of designing a custom ring to sharing tips on how to crush 2025 and grab life by the balls. 🚀💍✨

    (00:00 - 00:36) Intro

    (00:37 - 03:26) We’re engaged!

    (03:27 - 04:51) The process of proposing

    (04:52 - 10:37) Proposal Fail

    (10:38 - 20:11) The Proposal

    (20:12 - 26:06) How to make a custom a ring

    (26:07 - 28:09) Facebook Marketplace Rings

    (28:10 - 31:51) Pet names

    (31:52 - 37:56) The # 1 question when you get engaged

    (37:57 - 46:50) New Year, New Goals

    (46:51 - 56:24) Setting Goals

    (56:25 - 1:09:06) What stops you from achieving your goals?

    (1:09:07 - 1:20:53) How to keep your New Year Resolutions

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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • YFL Ep. 34: How do we solve homelessness? with Grant Denton
    Dec 16 2024

    Your Favorite Locals sit down with Grant Denton, Founder of The Karma Box Project to discuss the impact he’s making in Reno’s homeless community. The Karma Box Project is a nonprofit organization committed to improving the lives of homeless individuals by providing them with safe and stable housing, along with the resources and support necessary to achieve self-sufficiency.

    (00:00 - 01:03) Intro

    (01:04 - 14:01) Grant Denton’s Background

    (14:02 - 23:12) Addiction to Homelessness

    (23:13 - 30:56) Life on the streets

    (30:57 - 34:30) The turning point

    (34:31 - 45:05) The Karma box Project was born

    (45:06 - 50:16) Understanding the Reno Homeless

    (50:17 - 58:20) Housing Solutions

    (58:21 - 01:00:48) Why are people becoming homeless in Reno?

    (01:00:49 - 01:07:56) History of Homelessness

    (01:07:57 - 01:28:07) Solving Homelessness is not that simple

    (01:28:08 - 01:32:46) Do people want to be homeless?

    (01:32:47 - 01:37:08) Humane vs. Inhumane

    (01:37:09 - 02:01:08) What does help look like?

    (02:01:09 - 02:10:07)What de-stigmatizes the homeless?

    (02:10:08 - 02:13:14) Should we help people directly on the street?

    (02:13:15 - 02:23:35) The Karma Boxes

    Where to find Grant Denton?

    https://www.instagram.com/grantadenton/

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    #homeless #helpinghomeless #homelessness

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    2 hrs and 24 mins
  • YFL Ep. 33: Just Joking with Stephen Mollman
    Dec 5 2024

    Welcome to the world of comedy. Your Favorite Locals sit down with a Reno comedy scene staple, Stephen Mollman, to discuss the wild highs and humbling lows of stand-up comedy. From bombing on stage (and getting a $5 pity tip from a homeless man) to running open mics at Coffee and Comics, Mollman shares hilarious and heartfelt stories of resilience, creativity, and connection. They reflect on navigating tough crowds, and turning personal chaos into comedy gold. Whether it's tales of puking audience members or advice for aspiring comedians, this episode will give you the insight on what it means to be a tortured artist.

    (00:00 - 00:29) Intro

    (00:30 - 07:08) The Reno Comedy Scene

    (07:09 - 09:27) Mollman’s Origin Story

    (09:28 - 19:40) Open Mic vs. Shows

    (19:41 - 21:07) How Mike Got Into Comedy

    (21:08 - 33:09) Mollman’s Comedy Journey

    (33:10 - 39:37) Evolving as a Comedian

    (39:38 - 44:19) The Audience

    (44:20 - 47:10) Crossing The Line & Controversial Material

    (47:11 - 50:49) Bombing Stories

    (50:50 - 57:00) Repetition vs. Getting Reps

    (57:01 - 01:08:00) The Nature of Comedy and Authenticity

    (01:08:01 - 01:16:09) KillTony

    (01:16:10 - 01:29:36) Comedy Aspirations and Dreams

    (01:29:37 - 01:45:55) Reno Comedy

    (01:45:55 - 01:48:28) Closing Remarks

    Where to find Mollman?

    https://www.instagram.com/mollman_comedy/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVTvrRtaxImN5d86uOJHKXg

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    #comedy #podcastinterview #comedian

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    1 hr and 48 mins
  • YFL Ep. 32: Boring people aren't curious
    Nov 14 2024

    Have you ever wondered where your curiosity stemmed from? Your Favorite Locals get curious and reflect on how their curiosities have shaped them into who they are. From growing up as internet kids to figuring out what they like and don't like without an algorithm they share their personal journey on how to stay curious in a digital age world.

    (00:00 - 07:30) Post-Election Reflections and Curiosity

    (07:31 - 17:16) Questioning Authority and Doing Research

    (17:17 - 24:00) Political Advertising and Misinformation

    (24:01 - 38:50) What motivates curiosity?

    (38:51 - 51:34) Curiosity in the Digital Age

    (51:35 - 1:06:32) Curiosity and Childhood

    (1:06:33 - 01:16:52) The Silent Majority and Importance of Open Dialogue

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    #curiosity #curiosityunleashed #curiousminds

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    1 hr and 17 mins