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Your Buddy T-GOB

Your Buddy T-GOB

By Tyler Gobble

T-GOB here. Many hats. FUTURE BARN = conversations with folks in my hometown of Elwood, IN about how we live meaningful lives in a place like this. I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM = my book of poems about grief and mental illness OPPOSITES REFRACT = conversations with my Beloved Beth about managing mental illness in a relationship. PORCH POEMS = me reading poems on my porch, duh. MY BUDDY ____ = porch chats with my pals MINGLING WITH THE MYSTERY = meditations and spiritual reflections
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FUTURE BARN — Patty Cruz

Your Buddy T-GOBSep 13, 2020

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My Buddy Beth

My Buddy Beth

In this episode of My Buddy, T-GOB chats with his Beloved B about cheerleading for each other, rising out of suffering, and relationship fears.
Mar 24, 202401:17:15
Mingling With The Mystery: First Meditation

Mingling With The Mystery: First Meditation

In this episode of Mingling With The Mystery, T-GOB guides listeners on the first meditation, whatever that means.
Mar 17, 202412:08
OPPOSITES REFRACT #9

OPPOSITES REFRACT #9

In this episode, Tyler & his galpal Beth chat about the concept of wintering, cheese curds, Kenneth Koch, & more!
Dec 07, 202243:38
OPPOSITES REFRACT #8

OPPOSITES REFRACT #8

In this episode, Tyler chats with his galpal Beth about anger, each other’s key traits, & Pete Holmes, among other things!
Nov 16, 202252:52
OPPOSITES REFRACT #7

OPPOSITES REFRACT #7

In this episode, Tyler & his galpal Beth discuss trying out a new church, their ancestors, intimacy vs. chemistry, & much more.
Nov 02, 202257:13
PORCH POEMS #3

PORCH POEMS #3

In this episode, Tyler Gobble shares about his trip to his friends’ wedding in Utah, including the four poems he wrote for said wedding. Thanks for listening!
Sep 07, 202225:54
PORCH POEMS #2

PORCH POEMS #2

In this episode, Tyler shares some stories about his relationship with his mentor & friend, Dean Young, before sharing some of DY’s poems.
Aug 26, 202245:19
OPPOSITES REFRACT #6

OPPOSITES REFRACT #6

In this episode, Beth & Tyler discuss Tyler’s recent hospitalization, moving in together, & why edibles hit differently, among other things.
Aug 01, 202249:47
PORCH POEMS #1

PORCH POEMS #1

In this new series, Tyler Gobble reads poems on his porch. This episode features poems he wrote during his recent stay in the psych hospital. Thanks to Kevin McCann for the nudge.
Jul 25, 202229:54
OPPOSITES REFRACT #5

OPPOSITES REFRACT #5

She’s a scientist, analytical & private. He’s an artist, loose & public. In this series, your buddy T-GOB sits down with his galpal Beth every other week to find some common ground, celebrate their differences, & dig deeper into their relationship. Will this work out? Who knows, but for now, join us in witnessing the other’s journey. In this episode, they discuss their journeys with mental illness, the science of cleaning gadgets, & their favorite windows-down summer jams. More at yourbuddytgob.com.
May 25, 202255:35
OPPOSITES REFRACT #4

OPPOSITES REFRACT #4

She’s a scientist, analytical & private. He’s an artist, loose & public. In this series, your buddy T-GOB sits down with his galpal Beth every other week to find some common ground, celebrate their differences, & dig deeper into their relationship. Will this work out? Who knows, but for now, join us in witnessing the other’s journey. In this episode, they discuss learning new things as adults, the science (& art!) of cooking, & the joys of exploring together. More at yourbuddytgob.com.
May 04, 202253:53
OPPOSITES REFRACT #3

OPPOSITES REFRACT #3

She’s a scientist, analytical & private. He’s an artist, loose & public. In this new series, your buddy T-GOB sits down with his galpal Beth every other week to find some common ground, celebrate their differences, & dig deeper into their relationship. Will this work out? Who knows, but for now, join us in witnessing the other’s journey. In this episode, they chat about their mutual love of walks, recent sick day favorites, & the joys of being a scientist & poet, respectively.
Apr 20, 202252:05
OPPOSITES REFRACT #2

OPPOSITES REFRACT #2

She’s a scientist, analytical & private. He’s an artist, loose & public. In this new series, your buddy T-GOB sits down with his galpal Beth every other week to find some common ground, celebrate their differences, & dig deeper into their relationship. Will this work out? Who knows, but for now, join us in witnessing the other’s journey. In this episode, they discuss humor & laughter, including the science of farting, a list of favorite rom-coms, & times they’ve laughed REAL HARD.
Apr 06, 202252:30
OPPOSITES REFRACT #1

OPPOSITES REFRACT #1

She’s a scientist, analytical & private. He’s an artist, loose & public. In this new series, your buddy T-GOB sits down with his galpal Beth every other week to find some common ground, celebrate their differences, & dig deeper into their relationship. Will this work out? Who knows, but for now, join us in witnessing the other’s journey. In this episode, they discuss simulation theory & refraction, share their first impressions of the other, & list their favorite date spots so far. More at yourbuddytgob.com.
Mar 23, 202250:51
I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 10)

I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 10)

In this final episode of the poetry series, Tyler Gobble reads the final big clump of poems from his new book, I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM. More at yourbuddytgob.com
Nov 30, 202129:59
I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 9)

I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 9)

In this episode, Tyler Gobble talks about the idea of a guru in poetry life & then reads the next five poems from, I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM. More at yourbuddytgob.com.
Nov 22, 202125:44
I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 8)

I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 8)

In this episode, Tyler Gobble discusses the positive mental health effects working on this book had on him & reads the next 5 poems from the book. More at yourbuddytgob.com.
Nov 15, 202123:51
I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 7)

I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 7)

In this episode, Tyler Gobble leads a short poem-writing exercise & then reads the next six poems from the book. More at yourbuddytgob.com
Nov 07, 202136:54
I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 6)

I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 6)

In this episode, Tyler Gobble rambles about the use of poetry & reads the next five poems in the new book, I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM. More at yourbuddytgob.com.
Oct 31, 202128:30
FUTURE BARN — Zach Hunter Returns (NBA Preview)

FUTURE BARN — Zach Hunter Returns (NBA Preview)

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with his BFF Zach Hunter about the upcoming NBA season. // Opening Track: “Free Yourself” by Creeping Pink // Cover Image: “Float” by Derek Crownover
Oct 24, 202101:45:20
I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 5)

I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 5)

In this episode, Tyler Gobble rambles about deciding what goes into poems & then reads the next group of poems from his new book. More at yourbuddytgob.com.
Oct 17, 202124:41
I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 4)

I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 4)

In this episode, Tyler Gobble thinks about why his poems behave the way they do. Then he reads the next six poems of his new book, I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM. More at yourbuddytgob.com.
Oct 13, 202127:42
I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 3)

I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 3)

In this episode, Tyler Gobble talks about how this book came together & reads the next six poems. More at yourbuddytgob.com.
Oct 03, 202133:55
I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 2)

I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 2)

In this episode, Tyler Gobble reflects on the evolution of his relationship to poetry & reads the next five poems from his new book, I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM. More at yourbuddytgob.com.
Sep 26, 202129:17
I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 1)

I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM (Part 1)

In this first of a twelve-part series, Tyler Gobble shares the first five poems from his new book, I ONCE WAS SOMEONE ELSE & OFTEN STILL AM, along with opening remarks called “WHAT IS POETRY?” More at yourbuddytgob.com.
Sep 19, 202136:03
FUTURE BARN — Colt Carpenter

FUTURE BARN — Colt Carpenter

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with his buddy Colt Carpenter about Madison County disc golf, his brewing career, & the evolution of his political beliefs. // Opening track: “Free Yourself” by Creeping Pink // Cover image: “Float” by Derek Crownover
Sep 05, 202102:18:40
FUTURE BARN — Kenzie Bryan

FUTURE BARN — Kenzie Bryan

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with family friend Kenzie Bryan about her college softball career as a student-athlete. // Opening song: “Free Yourself” by Creeping Pink // Cover image: “Float” by Derek Crownover
Aug 08, 202101:11:04
FUTURE BARN — Robin Crandall

FUTURE BARN — Robin Crandall

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with his new friend Robin Crandall about growing into our own consciousness, the lessons of disc golf, & how we might better engage our communities. // Opening track: “Free Yourself” by Creeping Pink (used with permission) // Cover image: “Float” by Derek Crownover
Jul 25, 202101:23:35
FUTURE BARN — Raphael Starr

FUTURE BARN — Raphael Starr

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with his new friend, Raphael Starr, about life as a black man in Elwood, his call to ministry, & his new adventure in the theatre. // Opening track: “Free Yourself” by Creeping Pink // Cover art: “Float” by Derek Crownover
Jul 11, 202101:09:53
FUTURE BARN — Larry Nutt

FUTURE BARN — Larry Nutt

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with his lifelong buddy Larry Nutt about his basketball days, the current state of the Pacers, & why contemporary country music doesn’t have to suck. // Opening track: “Free Yourself” by Creeping Pink // Cover image: “Float” by Derek Crownover
Jun 27, 202101:43:07
FUTURE BARN -- Steven Murrey

FUTURE BARN -- Steven Murrey

In this episode, Tyler Gobble gets to know Steven Murrey, local journalist for the Elwood Call-Leader & self-proclaimed political junkie. // opening song: "Free Yourself" by Creeping Pink // cover image: "Float" by Derek Crownover
Jun 13, 202101:18:22
FUTURE BARN -- Ben Sutton

FUTURE BARN -- Ben Sutton

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with his buddy Ben Sutton, frontman of legendary hardcore band In The Face Of War & t-shirt mastermind of BS Limited. // opening track: "Free Yourself" by Creeping Pink // cover image: "Float" by Derek Crownover
May 30, 202101:26:12
FUTURE BARN — Gabby Myers

FUTURE BARN — Gabby Myers

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with his friend Gabby Myers about her dog bite incident, her appearance on Shake My Beauty, & loving animals in spite of what happened. // Opening song: "Free Yourself" by Creeping Pink // Cover image: "Float" by Derek Crownover
Mar 14, 202101:24:14
FUTURE BARN -- Derek Crownover

FUTURE BARN -- Derek Crownover

In this episode, Tyler Gobble discusses various approaches to making art with his friend Derek Crownover. Topics include finding time to make work, the importance of hobbies, & this podcast's cover art. // Opening song: "Free Yourself" by Creeping Pink // Cover image: "Float" by Derek Crownover
Mar 07, 202101:17:03
FUTURE BARN -- Aaron Hill

FUTURE BARN -- Aaron Hill

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with fellow disc golfer Aaron Hill about building the Elwood Disc Golf Enthusiasts course, along with various other disc golf memories & thoughts. // Opening song: "Free Yourself" by Creeping Pink
Feb 21, 202101:27:18
FUTURE BARN -- Jess Counsell

FUTURE BARN -- Jess Counsell

In this episode, Tyler Gobble talks with his friend Jess Counsell about her travels abroad, trail angels, & being grateful for snow. // Song: "Free Yourself" by Creeping Pink
Jan 24, 202101:14:02
FUTURE BARN -- Sarah Ripley

FUTURE BARN -- Sarah Ripley

In this episode, Tyler Gobble talks to Sarah Ripley about dating someone from the Moser family, life in Utah, & the Goo Goo Dolls. // Song: "Free Yourself" by Creeping Pink
Jan 17, 202101:02:17
FUTURE BARN — Clark Moser

FUTURE BARN — Clark Moser

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with his good buddy Clark Moser about his journey to be a doctor & his life as a neurologist. // Song: "Free Yourself" by Creeping Pink
Jan 10, 202101:00:52
FUTURE BARN -- Dan Kelich

FUTURE BARN -- Dan Kelich

In this episode, Tyler Gobble converses with his friend Dan Kelich about the importance of sports, their efforts to continue to learn, & the necessity of pushing oneself to be better.
Jan 03, 202101:04:18
FUTURE BARN — Josh Lee

FUTURE BARN — Josh Lee

In this episode, Tyler Gobble talks with his friend Josh Lee about metaphysical stuff, conspiracy theories, disc golf, & more. // Intro song is "Free Yourself" by Creeping Pink
Nov 29, 202001:16:21
FUTURE BARN — Darrian Southern

FUTURE BARN — Darrian Southern

In this episode, Tyler Gobble catches up with Darrian Southern, a childhood friend, about first memories of each other, being a teenage parent, & addiction recovery.
Nov 22, 202001:28:01
FUTURE BARN — Zach Hunter

FUTURE BARN — Zach Hunter

In this episode, Tyler Gobble rambles on with his best buddy Zach Hunter. They chat about the importance of hobbies, Zach's job as a letter carrier, & their beloved Indiana Pacers, among other things.
Nov 15, 202001:15:37
FUTURE BARN — Anthony Ray Wright

FUTURE BARN — Anthony Ray Wright

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with his old Austin buddy, the country singer-songwriter Anthony Ray Wright, about his lifelong journey with music, his experience living in small towns like Alpine, TX, & the importance of music in today's times.
Nov 08, 202057:04
FUTURE BARN — Lacie Patterson

FUTURE BARN — Lacie Patterson

In this episode, Tyler Gobble jibber jabbers with his good pal Lacie Patterson about being in law school, moving back to Elwood, & her decision to vote for Joe Biden. Also, they laugh a lot over the song of some crickets. Opening song: "Free Yourself" by Creeping Pink.
Oct 25, 202001:05:09
FUTURE BARN — Michael Dauenhauer

FUTURE BARN — Michael Dauenhauer

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with local city maintenance worker Michael Dauenhauer about their mutual love of disc golf, the town's Christmas lights exhibition, & his support of Donald Trump.
Oct 18, 202058:52
FUTURE BARN — Morgan Jackman

FUTURE BARN — Morgan Jackman

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with his longtime buddy & badass businesswoman, Morgan Jackman, about the origin story of her small business, Rebellious Make-up by Morgan, some wins & losses of motherhood, & the importance of inspiring the kiddos of this town.
Oct 04, 202001:04:56
FUTURE BARN -- Jesse Bearden

FUTURE BARN -- Jesse Bearden

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with his basketball buddy & good thinker, Jesse Bearden, about improving our thought processes, a telling story about a wheelbarrow, & weird dreams.
Sep 27, 202001:09:46
Future Barn (the poem)

Future Barn (the poem)

In this episode, Tyler Gobble reads his new long poem, "Future Barn," in its entirety. It explores hick identity & lineage, the difficulties of memory, & the expanse of grief.
Sep 20, 202055:30
FUTURE BARN — Patty Cruz

FUTURE BARN — Patty Cruz

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with local artist, badass mom, & overall good person Patty Cruz about living in a small town as a person of color, her recent exploration into painting, & the necessity for safe creative outlets for kids in this town.
Sep 13, 202001:09:17
FUTURE BARN — Ruby Jo Walker

FUTURE BARN — Ruby Jo Walker

In this episode, Tyler Gobble chats with Ruby Jo Walker, LCSW & his mom's BFF, about regulating one's body & mindfulness practices.
Sep 06, 202031:56