#66 Better Back then (Ft DurtiCurti)

This week on The Lonely Stoner, TJ sits down with one of his biggest lifelong influences: his Uncle Curt (aka DurtiCurti, the mastermind behind DurtiBeats). From sneaking into his room to play video games to taking 16-hour road trips to Michigan, DurtiCurti helped shape TJ's taste in music, gaming, and life. This session is a raw dive into the generational shift between the '80s and '90s and today's "fast food" culture. We look back at the chaotic, uncontrolled days of the early internet—reminiscing over the unscripted freedom of MySpace and the absolute lawlessness of Craigslist—and discuss how the modern era has created a toxic "main character syndrome". We also take a massive trip down stoner memory lane, tracking the evolution of dry herb vaping from the days of the Magic Flight Launch Box and the OG Pax to the premium, "buy once, cry once" quality of Storz & Bickel. So whether you Pack a bowl, grab your coffee, starting your workout, getting through your shift, or stuck in traffic. Thank you for listening and letting us cloud your mind. 🔥 In the Cloud Today:The Wild West of the Web: Navigating with paper maps, the golden era of custom MySpace coding, and why the internet used to be so much better before the corporate takeover. Craftsmanship & Betting on Yourself: Why you have to put in the quantity to reach professional quality, and the reality of taking loans and risking debt to master your craft. Vaping Nostalgia: The struggle of hitting early wooden vapes versus investing in top-tier gear. Perspective & Gratitude: Recognizing how good we have it, finding peace outside of social media, and appreciating the raw beauty of the world. Core Memories: TJ reflects on taking his daughter to see Spider-Man and realizing the importance of being present for the next generation. 🎧 Keep up with the guest:Make sure to check out Uncle Curt's music under his producer tag DurtiBeats and follow him on Instagram at @durticurti!