Welcome to the “Oh, The Places We’ll Go” podcast, hosted by Chad Bates. This podcast tackles the growing trend of nomad life and moving from place to place. In these episodes, we will discuss some of the best (and worst) ways to move your life from one zip code to the next. Our episodes talk about the mechanics, the people, and the fun the comes with being the new face in town.
Ohana (noun): Means family. And family means, no one gets left behind - or forgotten.
The finale of Season 1 is dedicated to the people that have become family along the way. Beauty of friends is that they are family we get to choose. If your life is in a constant state of flow, can you keep a family intact? Are we the sum of those we associate with? We dive into the dynamics and highlight some of our favorite moments over the past 4.5 years.
26 Oct 2023
Be Where Your Feet Are
You may not be in Kansas anymore.. and that's ok. Living life in a new shade of color can be great! This epsiode takes a look at how to be present in new living situations, as it can be a challenge to move from place to place. Are there ways to strcuture time? How do you respond vs react? Can you balance living for you and being part of the group? Join us as we tackle these questions.
The Wizrad of Oz got a bad rap but he was the Oprah of his time - and he gave a heart, courage, and knowledge.. and didn't make you pay the taxes on it later.
12 Oct 2023
Death, Taxes, & IKEA Fails
There's a reason they invented the 30-day return policy. And it's great, as long as you don't damage the furniture in the process. In this episode, we will talk about the joys (& sorrows) of furniture buying and how to lug it from one home to the next. And take it from our host, those blue bags come in handy for hauling back what's left of a failed DIY.
*DIY = Disaster is You
28 Sept 2023
Thunder Buddies for Life: Archie & Me
This one is dedicated to the boy. Changing zip codes is tough and even more complicated when you have a furry loved one to take care of. How do you get them settled? How can they make friends? Luckily I have had a great companion to take this journey with me and will share some of the answers on this episode.
*Fireworks are not acceptable before July 3rd or after July 4th - Archie
14 Sept 2023
You're Not from Around Here, Are Ya?
Nothing is better than moving to a new place and getting to explore. But how do you make your new hood feel like home? What's the secret to making friends in the post-pandemic era? Can apps help you make friends? We explore it all in this episode and please friend-us after the show!
*East Coast Dictonary 101:
Worter = Water
Kaar = Car
Yo Bro = Hi
31 Aug 2023
This is Me, This is Where I Live
HGTV has built an empire around helping people find their forever (and temporary) homes. In this episode, we will give you insight into how to pick the best place for you. Can single people and families co-exist? How can you avoid ending up in Jonestown? And how to spot a landlord vs a slum-lord.
Still waiting for an apartment complex that has a beer garden as part of the ammenities package..
17 Aug 2023
Highways of Hell
Does that place look safe? How to avoid a $150 toll in the mail? Why is 6:30am a good time to visit the City that never sleeps? This epsidoe gets into the fundamentals of driver's ed and how to actually get to your destination without being broke, battered, or both.
*Disclaimer: please listen to this epsidoe and drive responsibly.
3 Aug 2023
Boxes, Beer Cases, & Broken Things
This episode tackles the most basic fundamentals of moving: packing. Moving furniture? Making a list and checking it twice? Are boxes the best way to tote? Join us for some do's (& dont's) and avoid losing family & friends in the process.
Plan.ning Fal.la.cy (noun): the tendancy to be too optimistic about one's estimates and as a result, the time needed to get something done is underestimated.
20 Jul 2023
You Always Remember Your First Time
Chad Bates gives you an intro into the "Oh, The Places We'll Go Podcast" as 4 years of Uhauls, apartment hunting, and being the "new guy" in town has uniquely qualified him to share his experiences. We will give you a sneak peak of what is to come in Season #1.
In the TV world, they call this the "Pilot".
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5.0 / 5
4 ratings
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5.0 / 5
6 ratings
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