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Hometown Has-Beens

Ben, Ryan, Chris, and Jason are walking examples of Hometown Has-Beens. All four grew up together and now teach together at their alma mater. These four fathers and husbands talk about everyday life through the lens of their small town upbringing. There are plenty of laughs, embarrassing stories, life hacks, and an occasional guest. The term Has-Been generally speaking has a negative connotation. But this podcast attempts to give the term Has-Been a new meaning because it's better to be a Has-Been, than a never was.

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    57. The Has-Beens Best Moments - Part 5

    We are celebrating a full year of podcasting by compiling some of the best moments from the show's first year! This is part five of the five part series. Now is a great time to share the podcast with new listeners as we highlight some of our funniest, most embarrassing, and most laughable moments! As always we greatly appreciate your support and we look forward to bringing you new content in August! For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected] sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    56. The Has-Beens Best Moments - Part 4

    We are celebrating a full year of podcasting by compiling some of the best moments from the show's first year! This is part four of the five part series. Now is a great time to share the podcast with new listeners as we highlight some of our funniest, most embarrassing, and most laughable moments! As always we greatly appreciate your support and we look forward to bringing you new content in August! For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected] sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    55. The Has-Beens Best Moments - Part 3

    We are celebrating a full year of podcasting by compiling some of the best moments from the show's first year! This is part three of the five part series. Now is a great time to share the podcast with new listeners as we highlight some of our funniest, most embarrassing, and most laughable moments! As always we greatly appreciate your support and we look forward to bringing you new content in August! For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected] sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    54. The Has-Beens Best Moments - Part 2

    We are celebrating a full year of podcasting by compiling some of the best moments from the show's first year! This is part two of the five part series. Now is a great time to share the podcast with new listeners as we highlight some of our funniest, most embarrassing, and most laughable moments! As always we greatly appreciate your support and we look forward to bringing you new content in August! For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected] sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    53. The Has-Beens Best Moments - Part 1

    We are celebrating a full year of podcasting by compiling some of the best moments from the show's first year! This is part one of the five part series. Now is a great time to share the podcast with new listeners as we highlight some of our funniest, most embarrassing, and most laughable moments! As always we greatly appreciate your support and we look forward to bringing you new content in August! For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected] sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    52. Summer Break

    This week the Has-Beens got together for another late night pod recording that brought a lot of laughter. The Has-Beens discuss Bigfoot vlogs, hotels, playlist recommendations, the breaking 30 challenge, and more. Some stories include Jason versus more wild animals, Ryan goes to the zoo, Ben gets an ace in disc golf, and Chris breaks the fire alarm. Don't forget to subscribe and share the podcast.For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected] sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    51. Dodging Bullets

    This week is the shortest episode to date for the Has-Beens but the stories told are pure gold. The guys discuss Jason being a terrible shot with a pistol, Bob goes to dog court, and Ryan is a bad father. Even though the episode is short, it is full of laughter!For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    50. A Very Mediocre Milestone

    This week the Has-Beens were all over the place with their conversations. Discussions included magic tricks, powder puff, distracted driving, cigar shops, zombies, and more. The pod also announces an even with Georgia Professional Wiffle Ball and stick around for the post-roll to hear a story about Ben seeing Tom Hanks.For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    49. Locked in a Closet

    The Has-Beens discussing a variety of topics, none of which seem to be related. This week Ben & Jason tell their survival story, Ryan critiques prayer lists, and Chris loses a chicken. Other topics include, the pope, newspapers, snake encounters, blind dogs, and a brief mention of Chris fighting a monster.For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    48. The Boys Are Back

    For the first time in 14 episodes, all of the Has-Beens are on the podcast! This week the reunited friends discuss golf stories, snakes, Billy the Exterminator, bald eagles, owls attacking bald guys, YouTube, Braves games, and more. The energy is different this week and there is a plethora of laughs!For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    47. Waffle House

    This week Ryan, Chris, and Jason bring you some funny encounters and recent experiences. Topics include, chaperoning prom, Chris' problem with loud music, Waffle House, paying it forward, improper urinal usage, and things seen at a Longhorn. Ryan's faith in humanity is restored this week and the guys keep talking about Jason's tan line.For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    46. Tan Lines

    This week the trifecta (Ryan, Chris, & Jason) talk a little bit about everything and a lot about nothing. Topics include, getting older, shoes, Dad fashion, Valentine's Day gifts, executive orders, Ryan shares literary terms, Chris fights a monster, Jason sends a pic to the group chat, and Ben joins the pod for all of 30 seconds. For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    45. Bingo Night

    This week is a tripod with Ryan, Chris and Jason. The three Has-Beens discuss Pirates of the Caribbean, reality TV, audio books, parenting, movie quotes, and Ryan tells us why he lost faith in humanity at a Chick Fil A. This episode also features a an impromptu phone call from Chris mid pod. We want to hear your stories, comments, questions, etc. Give us a call and leave a voicemail for the chance to hear it on the podcast 706-352-9460For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    44. Awareness Month

    This is an extended episode with Ryan & Jason holding down the first portion of the podcast with the return of Ben & Chris for the remainder of the show! This week the Has-Beens discuss misinterpreted characteristics, suppressing emotions, arguing with people that are definitely wrong, awareness months, & annoying traits of couples. The end of the episode features Something About Jason & You Look Like A Guy Who...also directed at Jason. We want to hear your stories, comments, questions, etc. Give us a call and leave a voicemail for the chance to hear it on the podcast 706-352-9460For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    43. Embrace the Awkwardness

    This week Ryan & Jason discuss a hilarious encounter brought on by Ryan's parenting style, someone offensively overshares, grocery store complaints, and more hilarious tidbits. This episode also includes a challenge to the listeners!We want to hear your stories, comments, questions, etc. Give us a call and leave a voicemail for the chance to hear it on the podcast 706-352-9460For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    42. Disney Jr. Dance Party

    This week the better half of the Has-Beens (Ryan & Jason) discuss a grievance of Jason's, lost keys, actors that don't age, PDA, offensive doppelgangers, and the other side of things people fuss about. We want to hear your stories, comments, questions, etc. Give us a call and leave a voicemail for the chance to hear it on the podcast 706-352-9460Check out our merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    41. Proof of Life

    Ben is back this week! The trio discusses weird sayings, car wash scams, women's shampoo, barber shops, and the good ol days. This episode also features Ryan observing a birthday party, Ben explains why humanity peaked in the 90's, Jason does a Forrest Gump impression, and the Has-Beens plan an RV road trip. We want to hear your stories, comments, questions, etc. Give us a call and leave a voicemail for the chance to hear it on the podcast 706-352-9460Check out our merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠⁠CLICK HERE

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    40. Built Different

    This week Ryan and Jason bring you a quality episode! The two Has-Beens discuss analog clocks, playing in the street, family photos, standing on principle, traveling salesmen, setting a precedent, 2:00 am chicken nuggets, and Ryan gives another confession of a loving father & bad parenting advice.We want to hear your stories, comments, questions, etc. Give us a call and leave a voicemail for the chance to hear it on the podcast 706-352-9460.Check out our merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media⁠CLICK HERE

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    39. You're My Black Bear with Forrest Garner

    This week Ryan and Jason bring back the first guest of the podcast, Forrest Garner, for another appearance. The three talk about reality TV, signs of aging, things that grind our gears, Ryan's relentless attempts to attack Forrest, and Ryan offends a lot of people with a little segment called, "You look like a guy who." Check out our merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social mediaCLICK HERE

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    38. Mathematical Ignorance with Kevin Gaines

    The better half of the Has-Beens are back again with special guest Kevin Gaines. This week the trio discuss Ryan's terrible work ethic in high school, what irritates us on social media, technology, concerts, pranks, forgetfulness...again, and how Coach Gaines wishes he could've taught Jason instead of Ryan. This was a fun one for us to bring on a big fan of the podcast and a man who made a lasting impact on the Has-Beens back in the day!Big shoutout to this week's sponsor the new novel from Scholastic Press⁠ Gut Reaction⁠ by Kirby Larson & Quinn Wyatt.Check out our merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social mediaClick Here to Follow

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    37. Figure it Out with Derek Chitwood

    This week Ryan and Jason talk with Derek Chitwood, owner of Peach State Pride. The trio discuss growing up in smalltown Georgia, parenting, sports, business, and embarrassing moments. This episode has video to accompany over on our YouTube Channel.Checkout Derek's companiesPeach State Pride &Empire South.Big shoutout to this week's sponsor the new novel from Scholastic Press Gut Reaction by Kirby Larson & Quinn Wyatt.Check out our merch⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠. For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]'t forget to subscribe and share the podcast.Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social mediaYouTube @ HometownHas-BeensFacebook @Hometown Has-BeensInstagram @HometownHasBeensPodTikTok @TheHasBeensPodX @hometownhasbeenspod

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    36. Body Shamed with Jake Sapp

    This week Ryan and Jason sit down with the owner of Peach State Lite and honorary Has-Been, Jake Sapp. They discuss body shaming, parenting tips, sports, entrepreneurship, and Ryan brings us confessions of a loving father. For our visual fans, we have video accompanying this podcast over on our YouTube channel. Check out Jake's company Peach State Lite! Check out our merch ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]. Don't forget to subscribe and share the podcast. Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media YouTube @ HometownHas-Beens Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod

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    35. How Many Miles?

    This week the Has-Beens minus Ben discuss vehicle maintenance, calling customer service, restaurant wait times, donuts, toll roads, unpaid bills, and Ryan is mistaken for a homeless person. Stick around after the outro for a glimpse into Porter & Sons YouTube Channel. Check out our merch ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]. Don't forget to subscribe and share the podcast. Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media YouTube @ HometownHas-Beens Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod

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    34. Wearing Pajamas in Public

    This week Jason issues a retraction statement, Ryan loses his keys, Chris goes to urgent care, and Ben tells us why he is a terrible husband. The Has-Beens also discuss wearing pajamas in public, daycare pickups, taking pictures for people, broken things we don't want to fix, and more that will definitely provide some laughs. Check out our merch ⁠here⁠. For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]. Don't forget to subscribe and share the podcast. Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media YouTube @ HometownHas-Beens Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod

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    33. International Crime with Kieffer Hellmeister

    Today Ryan and Jason sit down with the first ever international guest, Kieffer Hellmeister. The three discuss medical school experiences, Jason getting honked at, Ryan stealing from Golden Pantry, Kieffer's criminal past, NAFTA, Kieffer getting a sunburn, and much more. Check out our merch here. For questions or advertising inquiries email us [email protected]. Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media YouTube @ HometownHas-Beens Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod

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    32. Local Legends with Dennis Marlow and Doug Thacker

    This week's episode features Banks County Legends, former coaches, Dennis Marlow and Doug Thacker. The Has-Beens talk with both coaches about their paths in life that led them to coaching, stories from back in the day, and so much more. We thoroughly enjoyed having these two join us on the podcast and hope you enjoy it! This episode has video to accompany the podcast over on our YouTube channel. Check out today's sponsor, RingTree at ringtree.io Use promo code HOMETOWN10 for 10% off your first month of service. Be sure to follow Hometown Has-Beens on social media YouTube @ HometownHas-Beens Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod

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    31. Ben and His Mower

    This week the Has-Beens discuss parades, gingerbread houses, the local elf, police scanners, and Ben's lawn mower, while Chris quotes Elf. The episode also features a segment of 'Would You Rather' that is worth the listen. As mentioned on the podcast this is the last episode of 2024. We will be back in a few weeks to kick off the new year with a "legen - wait for it - dary" episode! See you in 2025, and remember it's better to be a Has-Been than a never was. Don't forget about our sale on all Has-Beens merch!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. YouTube @ HometownHas-Beens Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod

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    30. Ryan Is Not Sentimental

    Another tripod this week with Ryan, Chris, and Jason bringing you discussions and stories. The Has-Beens talk about chickens, Thanksgiving gatherings, Christmas complaints, gift giving, Disney, taking your kids places and Chris constantly quotes movies and tv shows. Don't forget about our sale on all Has-Beens merch! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod

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    29. Late Night Pod

    This week the Has-Beens are in rare form for the first ever late night recording of the podcast, this made for a very entertaining episode. The Has-Beens discuss velvet sweatpants, Ryan’s unfortunate battle with a stomach bug, Ben’s new pet peeve, Nashville, random movies/shows, being overconfident, and sports. This episode features another installment of “Real Unsung Heroes” so stick around to hear that at the end of the episode. Don't forget about our sale on all Has-Beens merch! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod

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    28. Wife Takeover with Anna Sexton

    This week the Has-Beens are bringing fans what they've requested from the early days of the podcast. Jason and Anna sit down for the first ever Wife Takeover on Hometown Has-Beens. The couple plays couple's trivia, discuss what it's like being married to a Has-Been, moving to a smalltown, share shopping stories, life stats, and more. Although the episode lacks mispronounced words from Chris, Ben's confidence in fighting animals, and Ryan's high pitched laugh, it is entertaining nonetheless. Don't forget about our sale on all Has-Beens merch! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod

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    27. Greeters

    This week is a tripod with Ryan, Chris, & Jason bringing the stories and laughs. The three Has-Beens discuss Wal Mart encounters, Little Debbie snacks, why Chris loses every argument, and they debate the need for the department store greeters. This week features a new segment "Life Stats" which derives from Ben's desire to have statistics on random things in life. You will also hear two more Real Unsung Heroes commercials. Don't forget about our sale on all Has-Beens merch! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod

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    26. Peanuts & Small Towns

    This week the Has-Beens talk about Peanut the Squirrel, Peanut the Handyman, the pros and cons of living in a small town, and everything in between. Stick around after the outro for an extra story that might be embarrassing for Chris. Our sponsor this week is Sports Will Save Us All hosted by Sasha Graham. Check out the podcast with the links below: ⁠Sports Will Save Us All Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen on Apple⁠ ⁠Listen on Spotify⁠ Don't forget about our merch! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod

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    25. Pet Peeves

    This week the Has-Beens are bringing you another laughter filled episode discussing pet peeves. Everything from bad grammar to complaining about things that are your fault. This week features a new segment called "Real Unsung Heroes" which gets its inspiration from the Real Men of Genius commercials aired in the 2000s. We now have long sleeve tees, hoodies, and sweatshirts available on our website! Click the link to shop ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod Interested in sponsoring Hometown Has-Beens, reach out to the team at [email protected].

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    24. Reformation Day

    This week is somewhat Halloween themed. The Has-Beens discuss moments they've been scared, scary movies, haunted houses, parenting on a budget, and Chris talks about Pinterest. As always there is a lot of laughter and tangents included. We now have long sleeve tees, hoodies, and sweatshirts available on our website! Click the link to shop ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Last chance to get your Kandy Parks tee, available through October 31, 2024. All proceeds will go to the local legend himself. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod Interested in sponsoring Hometown Has-Beens, reach out to the team at [email protected].

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    23. Meteorology? More Like Mediocrity

    This week the Has-Beens critique the work of meteorologists. Other topics that are discussed include: toilet paper mishaps, approaching middle aged, shows our wives watch, and birthday party entertainment. We now have long sleeve tees, hoodies, and sweatshirts available on our website! Click the link to shop ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Don't forget our Kandy Parks tee is available through October 31, 2024. All proceeds will go to the local legend himself. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod Interested in sponsoring Hometown Has-Beens, reach out to the team at [email protected].

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    22. Conspiracy Theories

    On this episode the Has-Beens fulfill a fan request and discuss a couple of conspiracy theories, which they know very little about. The guys give their take on these theories, share a few stories, and Ryan reveals that he financially supported a cult recently. We now have long sleeve tees, hoodies, and sweatshirts available on our website! Click the link to shop ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Don't forget our Kandy Parks tee is available through October 31, 2024. All proceeds will go to the local legend himself. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod Interested in sponsoring Hometown Has-Beens, reach out to the team at [email protected].

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    21. Kandy Parks

    This week the Has-Beens sit down with the most popular man in Banks County, Kandy Parks. Kandy answers questions from the Has-Beens and tells stories about his years of involvement in BCHS athletics, his tennis abilities, the basketball court being named after him, and all of the shenanigans along the way. This is an episode listeners have been asking for since the podcast began and it does not disappoint. In honor of this episode, we are offering a Special Edition Kandy Parks & The Has-Beens Tee. It is available through October 31, 2024. All proceeds will go the local legend, Kandy Parks. Click Here for the Kandy Parks Tee We now have long sleeve tees, hoodies, and sweatshirts available on our website! Click the link to shop ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod Interested in sponsoring Hometown Has-Beens, reach out to the team at [email protected].

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    20. Hollywood with Jeremy Steinacher

    This week the Has-Beens are joined by contest winner Jeremy Steinacher. The Hollywood born guest gives the Has-Beens a lesson on California and moving across the country. The five man team also discuss recent injuries they've received, try an experiment to see how well their phones listen, and Chris quotes random movies without any context. We now have long sleeve tees, hoodies, and sweatshirts available on our website! Click the link to shop ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod Shoutout to Andrew Ferguson for creating our bingo card for the recent Has-Beens Bingo contest! Also shoutout to Jordan at Lula Custom Creations for providing the hats for that contest. Check out their website ⁠⁠⁠https://www.lulacustomcreations.com/⁠⁠⁠

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    19. Don't Invite Ryan

    Three man pod this week as Ryan, Chris, & Jason discuss events you don’t want to attend, announcing things on social media, what not to do at church, how previous generations are so much tougher, and things Ryan won’t pray for. Shoutout to Andrew Ferguson for creating our bingo card for the recent Has-Beens Bingo contest! Also shoutout to Jordan at Lula Custom Creations for providing the hats for that contest. Check out their website ⁠https://www.lulacustomcreations.com/⁠ Don't forget to check out our website, www.hometownhasbeens.com, to contact us and get your very own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod YouTube @HometownHas-Beens

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    18. Pilot

    In a special edition of Hometown Has-Beens, you will hear the unreleased 'Pilot Episode' of the podcast. It was this test drive of the podcast that led us to start Hometown Has-Beens. We have gotten better since this recording, but the content will still bring a laugh. This week the winner of the five star rating & review contest is announced. The Has-Beens discuss lessons learned from sports, parenting tips, Ryan's war with opossums, and the unofficial first installment of Stump the Superfan: The Office Edition. Don't forget to check out our website, www.hometownhasbeens.com, to contact us and get your very own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod YouTube @HometownHas-Beens

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    17. Daddy Daycare

    Another 3-man pod today. Ben, Ryan, and Jason are podcasting and watching their children at the same time, hence the Daddy Daycare title. They recap Jason’s annual wiffle ball tournament, SHAPOW. If you’re not interested in that, it ends at around 20:30. Then the Has-Beens discuss the reachers and settlers in relationships, how their wives are too good for them, their failures as husbands, and a new segment called “Is it weird?” The episode closes with “Something About Chris.”Don't forget to check out our website, www.hometownhasbeens.com, to contact us and get your very own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media.Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPodTikTok @TheHasBeensPodX @hometownhasbeenspodYouTube @HometownHas-Beens

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    16. Chapped Lips and Diarrhea

    This week the Has-Beens discuss the movie theater experience, going to the mall, parking lot encounters, and laughing at inappropriate times. Ryan might tell a story that has already been told on the podcast but Ben, Chris, and Jason are none the wiser. Stump the Superfan: The Office edition returns this episode as well! Don't forget to check out our website, www.hometownhasbeens.com, to contact us and get your very own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod YouTube @HometownHas-Beens

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    15. Paranormal Activity with Forrest Garner

    Today the Has-Beens are joined by Forrest Garner, the first ever guest on the podcast. They discuss Forrest's impressive high school stats, Ryan's illogical confidence in his abilities, fighting animals...again, ghosts, and a tad bit of UFO talk. Although Forrest is a first time guest, he fits right in with the Has-Beens. The episode is a little longer than normal which means, more time for laughter. Don't forget to check out our website, www.hometownhasbeens.com, to contact us and get your very own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod YouTube @HometownHas-Beens

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    14. Jason Spills the Lemonade

    It's a 3 man team yet again as Ryan is on paternity leave. The remaining Has-Beens talk about shows they watch with their kids, shows from their childhood, baseball movies, a phone call with Ryan as he is taking care of 3 children, part time jobs, and how Ben and Jason wear the same shirt frequently. This week features the return of "Is it manly?" Don't forget to check out our website, www.hometownhasbeens.com, to contact us and get your very own ⁠⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod YouTube @HometownHas-Beens

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    13. Chris Gets a Phone Call

    Another week with a 3 man team, as Chris is dealing with some monsters. The Has-Beens discuss Ben's vacation, Buc-ee's, bidets, arguing over where to eat, and another round of is it manly. This episode features the podcast's first recorded phone call to an unsuspecting Chris. Don't forget to check out our website, www.hometownhasbeens.com, to contact us and get your very own ⁠⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod YouTube @HometownHas-Beens

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    12. Jason Can't Eat Cereal in His Home

    This week features a 3 man team, with Ben out of town. The remaining Has-Beens jump around a bit and discuss eating habits, another fishing story from Chris, unnecessary tipping, a 4th of July mishap, and a new segment titled "Something About Ben." We promise it is worth hanging around to hear this new segment. Don't forget to check out our website, www.hometownhasbeens.com, to contact us and get your very own ⁠⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod YouTube @HometownHas-Beens

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    11. Ben Versus a Black Bear

    This week The Has-Beens talk about life hacks, the dreadful family drive thru experience, and fighting animals in a death match. Ryan teams up with an AI for a rap that is worth the listen and Jason takes on more trivia questions in the 3rd round of Stump the Superfan, The Office Edition. Don't forget to check out our website, www.hometownhasbeens.com, to contact us and get your very own ⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod TikTok @TheHasBeensPod X @hometownhasbeenspod YouTube @HometownHas-Beens

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    10. When We Gave Up on Our Dreams

    This week The Has-Beens discuss giving up their dreams of becoming professional athletes, windshield wiper installation, a fan suggested topic, and another segment of Stump the Superfan The Office Edition. Don't forget to check out our website, www.hometownhasbeens.com, to contact us and get your very own Hometown Has-Beens merchandise. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod

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    9. Identity Theft is Not a Joke Unless it Happens to Chris

    This week the Has-Beens discuss the universe getting revenge, scams, yard sales, and auctions. This episode features the first installment of a new segment, Stump The Superfan, The Office edition. Don't forget to check out our website, www.hometownhasbeens.com, to contact us and get your very own ⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod

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    8. Ben Had a Toilet in His Kitchen

    The Has-Beens discuss Facebook marketplace, the financial challenges of newlyweds, and a plethora of stories. This week massages were the topic of the "Is it manly" segment. Don't forget to check out our website, www.hometownhasbeens.com, to contact us and get your very own ⁠Hometown Has-Beens merchandise⁠. Follow us on social media. Facebook @Hometown Has-Beens Instagram @HometownHasBeensPod

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Ben, Ryan, Chris, and Jason are walking examples of Hometown Has-Beens. All four grew up together and now teach together at their alma mater. These four fathers and husbands talk about everyday life through the lens of their small town upbringing. There are plenty of laughs, embarrassing stories, life hacks, and an occasional guest. The term Has-Been generally speaking has a negative connotation. But this podcast attempts to give the term Has-Been a new meaning because it's better to be a Has-Been, than a never was.

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Jason Sexton

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Ben, Ryan, Chris, and Jason are walking examples of Hometown Has-Beens. All four grew up together and now teach together at their alma mater. These four fathers and husbands talk about everyday life through the lens of their small town upbringing. There are plenty of laughs, embarrassing stories,...

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