Ep. 26| Monster Trucks, Grave Diggers, and Bird food. | Feb.18th 2026

from Going Yard · host Jake & Alex Yardley

Summary Jake and Alex bounce from life updates and personal growth to everyday chaos, including the Girl Scout cookie craze and NBA All-Star Weekend reactions. They share thoughts on seeing The Book of Mormon, debate the rise of Waymo, and tell a wild eavesdropping story that unexpectedly turns into a reflection on life and mortality.The episode wraps with lighter fare — monster trucks, gravediggers, and the strange balance between human ambition and nature.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties02:30 Navigating Life Changes and Personal Growth05:32 The Girl Scout Cookie Hustle08:40 Social Gatherings and Farewells11:34 Experiencing Live Theater: The Book of Mormon14:29 Reflections on Technology and Autonomous Vehicles17:28 Nostalgia and the Evolution of Driving20:30 Health and Wellness: Dental Visits and Self-Care23:48 Cost Analysis of Lifestyle Choices26:37 Living Off the Land: A Glimpse into Rural Norway28:59 Wildlife and Ecosystem Changes31:34 Eavesdropping on Life's Drama35:32 The Unforeseen Consequences of Death39:22 The Grave Digger: A Dual Life45:26 Monster Truck Dreams and Realities47:43 The Gravedigger vs. Monster Truck Driver Debate51:51 Creative Ideas for Comedy and Storytelling54:01 Observations from CVS: A Humorous Take on Retail56:44 Nature Walks and Unexpected Encounters01:00:22 Silly Pranks and Lighthearted Humor01:05:17 Weather Patterns and Their Impact01:10:05 Packing Up and Moving: A Personal Journey01:11:38 NBA All-Star Weekend Highlights01:14:44 Sports Talk: College Basketball and the Olympics01:16:12 NBA Draft Prospects and Team Strategies01:19:49 TV Shows: What We're Watching01:23:03 Movies and Series Recommendations01:28:45 Celebrity Sightings and Personal Stories01:34:41 March Madness and Future PlansKeywordspodcast, conversation, personal growth, life changes, Girl Scout cookies, NBA All-Star, Book of Mormon, Waymo, eavesdropping, life and death, monster trucks, gravediggers, Monster Trucks, Gravediggers, CVS, Nature Walks, Weather Patterns, NBA All-Star Weekend, TV Shows, Celebrity Sightings, Moving Preparations, Comedyhttps://www.youtube.com/@goingyardley

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