I Need a Hobby

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Thank you for listening!!! Keep in touch with @ineedahobbypod Snapchat and Instagram, we will be using these for future announcements. Website ineedahobbypod.com will be fixed soon follow social media to know when. Also, Alex doesn't understand a common gesture, Andrew wonders what the guys future running plans are, and Chris wonders what the ideal amount of pairs of shoes he should have.

This week we talk about the hobby that everyone does but no one likes, making friends. Easy for some and hard for podcasters, we've all had to make friends to get to where we are today. Andrew and Alex talk about their quest for new friends in a new city, and Chris realizes he has no friends. Also, Chris wonders how stocks work, Andrew loves different types of texters, and Alex questions who this Pete fella is whom everyone seems to worry about his sake.

Step aside The Beatles, there's a new Fab Four taking over the world of music.  That's right, we're talking Andrew, Alex, Chris, and Todd!  This week we learned how to play three different instruments.  Also, Andrew discusses petting zoos, Alex discuss birthdays, and Chris discuss parking.   Check out listener of the show Marcus's youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4VlFbc0NbrWBO_PYoHN-UA

This week we fixed our technical issues and did some restorative yoga. Also, Alex gets his groceries done with a woman named Mamacita, Chris plays Stinky McShart in chess, and Andrew wonders what life was like before he could ride a bike.

The much anticipated sequel finally sees the light of day.   Strap in.

We worked with listener of the show Zen to make some sweet tie dye shrits! Email or snapchat in if you have a hobby you want to do with us! Also, Andrew never wants to eat a hotdog again, Alex got carded at a rated R movie, and Chris wants to do an INAH time capsule.

100 Episodes of the 5-9 and we're not done yet. This week we did our second Hobby off as we took a look at our favorite hobbies from episodes 51-99 to try and find the ultimate hobby! Thank you so much for the continued support over the years, truly means everything.   instagram.com/ineedahobbypod 

Happy 4th! This week we spend our day off talking about the 9-5. 2 of the 3 boys are looking for jobs and we try to figure out how to get them. We tackle how to get interviews, what to say at interviews, and the work life balance. We get pretty deep on this one so watch out. Also Chris found a new seasoning, Andrew wants to know if sandals are shoes, Alex is intrigued by gyros (heros? yeeros?)

Listen to hear Chris, Andrew, and Alex draft the top 5 number one overall summer things for their Fantasy Summer Things Draft!  Also, Andrew wonders how much animals communicate, Alex discusses fractional prices, and Chris sees a watch on the wrong hand.

Keep nuts out of pastries and welcome! This week had a bake off where each of us made a delicious treat for the rest of the cohosts to try. Listen as Chris' scones bring us the most heated INAH episode of 2018.  Also, Alex wonders what Axe body spray actually smells like, Chris thinks phone cases are useless, and Andrew talks about why we don't mention the pod in public.

NPR presents the newest episode of I Need a Hobby! This week we talked all about our favorite vacations and tips and tricks (maybe even some life hacks) on how to spend your time far away from the 5-9. Also, Alex has a scheme to trick amazon customers into buying your crappy product, Andrew doesn't understand why people like Tom Cruise, and Chris wonders if its okay to try on some jeans at the rock gym.

NPR presents the newest episode of I Need a Hobby! This week we talked all about our favorite vacations and tips and tricks (maybe even some life hacks) on how to spend your time far away from the 5-9. Also, Alex has a scheme to trick amazon customers into buying your crappy product, Andrew doesn't understand why people like Tom Cruise, and Chris wonders if its okay to try on some jeans at the rock gym.

This week we spent the 5-9 checking out some new documentaries and telling you about them. Chris wants you to throw away all of your stuff, Andrew wants you to live among the bears, and Alex has a scheme if you want to start a new life in America. Also, we talk about what pet peeves are on our minds.

Take a look, it's in a book, it's I Need A Hobby (sing to the tune of Reading Rainbow).  This week, Alex, Andrew, and Chris talk about reading books!  Also, Alex has a new fear, Chris talks about identification and Andrew loves group messages.   

We cover topics ranging from bar DJs, to relationship advice, to furniture, and many more! Send in any thoughts for What's on your mind to [email protected] 

This week we take on the daunting world of online dating. We break down an article on what makes the best dating profile and decide which qualities we think would be good for our own (potential) profiles. Also, Andrew thinks there are two types of people in this world, Chris debates the best way to listen to music at work, and Alex wonders what is going on with courtroom artists.

Podcast announcement. Stay tuned for Season 3...

Straight from the results of the NFL combine we decided to wash our mediocre times down with a nice helping of pregaming! Join us as we talk about the do and don't of pregames (from self-proclaimed experts), our favorite drinking games and all the fun stuff you might find yourself doing on a Friday night. Or a Tuesday if you like pregaming the podcast! Also, for what's on your mind we talk about three things that if you do frequently, you might be an a-hole. Peace and love- Todd. 

This week we wanted to show you guys how 3 recent college grads (who work hard during the 9-5 and try to make the most of the 5-9) would do in the NFL combine. We test our limits on agility drills, the 40 yard dash, and the broad and vertical jumps! Also, Alex is concerned about a recurring dream, Chris wants to get a bidet, and Andrew feels bad about his charitableness with homeless people.

Sure, usually we're working hard during the 9-5 but this podcast is all about... wait... the 9 - 5 ?!  Listen to Chris, Alex, and special guest Taylor talk about some of their first jobs.  Also, Taylor wants to know which old fart rocks out next, Chris ponders quitting a marathon, and Alex has an unbelievable issue with a common phrase.

This week we take a little bit of time to do the thing that helps us get rid of negative energy and relax: talk into microphones about meditating! We tell you the top ways we meditate and how we feel about one of the oldest (and currently trendiest) practices. Also Andrew has a run in at a deli, Alex is haunted by a beer, and Chris ponders an old circus trick.

We are officially available on Spotify!! Buckle up, this week we are taking you guys on a nice joy ride through the highs and lows of driving. Also, we replace the What's on Your Mind section with a special section on all of our Pet Peeves this week. E-mail us yours!

Bada ba ba ba im loving this podcast is what you'll be saying after you listen to this episode. We take on America's favorite speed of food: fast. And you know we're going to be doing some eating in the mics. Also Andrew is inspired by this week and creates the fastest food possible, Chris questions socks, and Alex says the word slice about 100 times

Kiss me I'm Irish!  This episode we're talking our favorite least favorite holiday, St Patricks Day!  Also, Chris talks about Alexa, Alex talks about old people, and Andrew talks about dumb kids.

The powers that be are making us release one more conspiracy theories episode.  Listen to Chris talk about Paul McCartney, Andrew discuss flight MH370, and Alex talk about MK-Ultra mind control.  If you listen to this episode backgrounds you might find out which one of the hosts is actually dead! http://games.espn.com/tournament-challenge-bracket/2018/en/group?groupID=2641835 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4i6LxryvOc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v82-MPeCPnM

The beautiful game. The guys are joined by Andrew's brother and informal CTO Matt to discuss their relationship with Chess after trying this hobby for months. We go in depth about all the ups and downs with our chess journey. Also, Matt is skeptical of falling rocks signs.

This week, we're stuck! We tell you all about escape rooms and how to (try?) to get out of them. This is a can't miss episode, a treat for the fans of the activity! Also Alex questions a bottle, Chris comes up with an app that would get wrecked by the Sharks, and Andrew wants to know its ok to have road rage.

In the sequel of INAH Olympics, we take on the snowy version of our favorite semiannual event- The Winter Olympics. We talk about all of America's heroes, the most exciting sports but mostly we come at the media! Also Alex wants ditch Facebook, Andrew asks the biggest question of 2020: The Rock v Zuckeberg, and Chris wants to keep the notifications to a minimum

Greatest Youtube videos of all time: Four Square a Gentleman's Sport: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRvaBmIu1Fg Balls for Lolz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXhoyNxIuBY Balls for Lolz 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nnbpKouFqE 

We were due for another tournament style episode, this time to determine what is the greatest snack of them all! An episode so intense, you might want to get some crudités after this. Thanks to all the listeners that submitted their favorite and let us know what we should do for the twice annual INAHpod summit!

Hut hut hike! Are you ready for some football! This week we talk about our lifetime of watching the pigskin. A must listen to help prepare for the Super Bowl this week. Also Chris questions the gall of the man at an airport, Alex innovates the stamp game, and Andrew wants to win big on the radio

Have all the answers but none of the questions?  Looking for someone to be the Alex Trebek to your Pat Sajak?  Well look no further because this week we're talking trivia!  Also, Andrew wonders why parents love Alexa, Alex discusses returning food, and Chris describes an awkward encounter..

This week we solved a 1000 piece puzzle! Also, Chris is wondering whether Trump had anything to do with the increased character limit, Andrew wants to spy on people with Newspapers, and Alex questions the ridiculous amount of national holidays every day.

Our letterboxd accounts! Andrew Chris Alex Our Untappd names! Andrew: Magestical Chris: cday1994 Alex: aweselsofa  

Tune in to hear Andrew and Alex discuss their thoughts on Star Wars Episode 8: The Last Jedi!  Spoilers galore

I'll take my podcast with extra cheese! This week we talk through some of the most popular sandwiches and give our opinions on the stuff you put between two pieces of bread. Tune into to find out which sandwich will come out on top. Also Chris has deja vu at a restaurant, Andrew does not care about robot rights, and Alex wants to know if he's being rude in grocery stores. 

The culmination of a great year for our podcast! We look back on some of the interesting moments 2017 had to offer. Also, Andrew wonders whether 3-D printers are fading out, Alex is confused about caffeine in his shampoo, and Chris' family is moving out of his childhood home and is wondering where to put his trophies.

Enjoy a bonus holiday episode!

The highly anticipated sequel to History of Memes, meme historian and cohost Alex takes Andrew and Chris through a journey of the best and worst memes of 2017. See what memes make the top 10 and which ones end up on the wall of shame! Also, Chris questions a man purchasing two pretzels, Andrew gives everyone a chance to plug their favorite songs of 2017, and Alex can't get behind the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears.

What was hyped up as Andrew's Kanye West episode ended up going deep into the rabbit hole of cryptocurrency. Back to back intense episodes will hopefully lead us to more lighthearted episodes in the coming weeks (2017 memes anyone?). PLEASE INVEST RESPONSIBLY! And do your own research.

Wanna get rich? Us too! Listen to this episode to find out what we are doing to become the first podcast billionaires. Also Andrew and Chris get into some password talk in the first ever collab WOYM and Alex, or should I say Ryan, needs some advice. Help our finance woes by shopping at ineedahobbypod.com/amazon

This week we kicked off the day after Thanksgiving with an American pastime, Black Friday shopping! We talked post Thanksgiving meals, deals, and steals that you can find at Gamestop. Also, Alex is confused about pears as a work gift, Chris' Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, and Andrew is curious about the Noble Eightfold Path.

The boys are back with another episode about the hobby that brought us all together: Running. Alex talks marathons and his problems with congratulations, Chris talks half marathons and doesn't even mention Vaseline once and Andrew talks about his return to running and lessons from Physical Therapy. No What's on Your Mind cause we couldn't stop running our mouths, but we have a great theme song anyways!

On a dark, calm, night, with a full moon illuminating the sky, you hear a faint scream in the far far distance.  Someone must be listening to the new episode of I Need A Hobby where the hosts discuss spooky mythical creatures!  Listen to hear Chris talk about the Chupacabra, Andrew discuss The Beast of Gevaudan, and Alex talk about Krampus the Christmas Demon! 

Alex is running another marathon, so Chris and Andrew talk about the hobby he probably likes the least, Fantasy Football! Tune in for the exciting conclusion to the UMass Softball story, the first live phone call in podcast history, and of course fantasy football talk. Later, we are joined by guest Bryan, who is unsure how to say hello to people, Chris wants to make a worldwide drink, and Andrew wonders how all president's have a notorious photo.

Tired from staying up all night handing out candy to trick or treaters? Start your day by listening to us talk about pumpkin carving! We each got a pumpkin, carved it, and our ready to teach your our tricks and treat you to some great content. Also Andrew is creeping our his roommates, Chris is inspired by the perfect Reuben, and Alex feels bad for Carrot Top.

Put down your big mac, finish off the rest of your super sized soda and prepare to have your life changed for the better!  This week Andrew, Chris, and Alex talk about their experiences with the Whole 30 diet challenge!  Also, stay tuned for a sweet treat Take it Or Leave It segment at the end!

Andrew and Alex talk about moving and how Andrew can win a lot of money. Also Alex eats his first ever cider donut live on pod!

Take off the training wheels and slide into your bike shorts, this is going to be a wild ride of an episode!  This week, the trio talks about bicycling!  Also, Andrew revolutionizes laundry, Chris questions eco-friendly grocery stores, and Alex gives his local bar a scathing review.