The Slanted Attic Experience

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 73 “Gracie & Kayla” Fears, Fidget Trading & Fantasy FootballTyler welcomes Gracie and Kayla into the attic, two Richmond natives and proud Hokies, for a conversation that goes from wedding stories to Phish to the Brent Pry situation without losing the laughs along the way.They open with wedding photography and food before Kayla’s food adventure at Gracie’s wedding and Ben Jasko’s pool jump take over. Phish playing in Richmond leads into live shows around RVA and the city’s venues, ticket scalping, Pokemon cards, Needohs, and the fidget trading story. Early school and learning development today, dead internet theory, Kayla’s biggest fear, and where everyone was when the pandemic hit follow before a technical issue interrupts the recording.Back from the break, the group talks favorite college memories, whether college age kids are drinking less, and whether baseball and college football can be compared historically. Virginia Tech football and the Brent Pry situation set up fantasy football, the Skattebo incident, and Tomlin’s Minecraft world before the outro.Guest Panel:Gracie: A Richmond native, born and raised, and a Hokie through and through. Gracie works as a Senior Assistant Project Manager for a fencing contractor and pursues photography on the side, including weddings. When she is not cheering on the Hokies, Commanders, Orioles, or the occasional hockey game, she is doing needlepoint, playing mahjong, or heading to the beach. A lover of good company and great memories, she never turns down a fun time.Kayla: A Richmond native and Virginia Tech alumna who works as a Special Education Literacy Coordinator, passionate about literacy and educational equity. She cheers for the Commanders and the Hokies in football and both men’s and women’s basketball, and loves cooking, good conversation, lifelong learning, and not taking life too seriously. She would also like it known that she loves her cat Woozy, and that it is important.Topics Covered:Intro and welcoming Kayla and GracieWedding photography and foodKayla’s food adventure at Gracie’s weddingBen Jasko and jumping into the pool at Gracie’s weddingPhish playing in RichmondWatching shows around RVA and the different venuesTicket scalping, Pokemon cards, and NeedohsThe “fidget trading” storyEarly school and learning development in this day and ageDead internet theoryKayla’s biggest fearWhere we were when the pandemic hitBack after a technical issueFavorite aspects of our college experienceAre college age kids drinking less?Can baseball and college football be compared historically?Virginia Tech footballThe Brent Pry situationFantasy footballThe Skattebo incidentTomlin’s Minecraft worldOutroNew episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 72 “Sports Room 12” Clock Management, Coaching Budgets & a Complete 2026 Week 6 NFL Power RankingThe Sports Room is back for its twelfth installment and Tyler, Liam, and Graham are going deep on the NFL. No fluff, no filler, just a full top to bottom power rankings breakdown, real coaching philosophy debate, and a brutally honest look at what is happening in Philadelphia right now.They open with Liam's equipment manager internship experience and UPenn's 150th year of football before getting into NFL clock management and whether it has genuinely gotten worse. The head coaching philosophy debate leads into why coaching staff budgets being separate from the salary cap is one of the most underappreciated roster building tools in the league. Then the power rankings take over with all 32 teams covered, the top six getting the detailed breakdown they deserve, the middle of the pack throwing up genuine surprises, and the Panthers and the Bryce Young situation getting the scrutiny they have earned at the bottom.The Eagles take center stage from there and it is not a comfortable conversation for Liam. The downfall of Philadelphia, why offensive linemen are the most underappreciated position in sports, the Eagles identity crisis, and the difference between playing to win versus playing not to lose all get their moment. Howie Roseman's roster building philosophy rounds things out before the Steelers versus Ravens rivalry closes the episode on a high note.Guest Panel:Graham: Born in North Carolina and raised on Duke basketball in the heart of Tobacco Road, Graham became a devoted Hokie after attending Virginia Tech. His true passion right now lives in the English Premier League where he proudly supports Brighton and Hove Albion week in and week out.Liam: Born and raised in Philadelphia, Liam is a die hard Eagles, Phillies, and WVU fan who has lived through championship highs and gut punch lows with equal passion. He fell in love with lacrosse in high school and now follows the rise of the PLL as closely as anything else on the sports calendar.Topics Covered:Intro and welcome backLiam's equipment manager internship experienceUPenn's 150th year of footballNFL clock management and whether it has gotten worseHead coaching philosophyCoaching staff budgets being separate from the salary capNFL Power Rankings top six breakdownMiddle of the pack surprises and interesting teamsThe bottom of the barrelThe Panthers and managing Bryce YoungThe downfall of the EaglesOffensive linemen as the most underappreciated position in sportsThe Eagles identity changePlaying to win versus playing not to loseCreating opportunities as a GM and Howie RosemanThe Steelers versus Ravens rivalryBeing around teams and loving sportsFinal thoughts and outroNew episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 71 "Sports Room 11" Postseason Push, Premier League & Plenty of NFL DramaThe Sports Room is back for its eleventh installment and Tyler, Liam, and Graham are covering every corner of the fall sports calendar. From college football officiating chaos to MLB postseason drama, EPL spending controversies, and a full NFL early season breakdown, this one does not let up from start to finish.They open with the staggering number of reviewed plays in college football this season and how officiating can actually be improved before Liam brings the Phillies postseason outlook into the room with a focus on the importance of reliable relievers. Graham shifts things to the EPL with Tottenham's extravagant spending, the best number nines in soccer, Brighton's outlook, and the ongoing Manchester City charges before the finalized MLB playoff bracket and the clutch factor debate tie the first half together.The NFL takes over from there. Early season takes, a full Steelers game recap, whether the Packers are actually as bad as they look, and other early storylines and injuries keep things moving. Stadium construction and Super Bowl hosting, whether the new rules are doing more harm than good, the Hokies outlook for the rest of the season, WVU and the broader college football landscape, and a QB slide rules and injury discussion close things out before the outro.Guest Panel:Graham: Born in North Carolina and raised on Duke basketball in the heart of Tobacco Road, Graham became a devoted Hokie after attending Virginia Tech. His true passion right now lives in the English Premier League where he proudly supports Brighton and Hove Albion week in and week out.Liam: Born and raised in Philadelphia, Liam is a die hard Eagles, Phillies, and WVU fan who has lived through championship highs and gut punch lows with equal passion. He fell in love with lacrosse in high school and now follows the rise of the PLL as closely as anything else on the sports calendar.Topics Covered:IntroReviewed plays in college football and how to improve officiatingPhillies postseason outlook and the importance of relieversBaseball contracts and the streakiness of hittingTottenham's extravagant spendingThe best number nines in soccerBrighton's outlook for the seasonManchester City chargesThe Chicago White Sox turnaroundThe finalized MLB playoff bracketThe clutch factor debateEarly season NFL takesSteelers game recapAre the Packers that bad?Other early season storylines and injuriesStadium construction and Super Bowl hostingAre the new NFL rules doing more harm than good?The Hokies outlook for the rest of the seasonWVU Mountaineers and the broader college football landscapeQB slides, injuries, and the rules behind themClosing statements and outroNew episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 70 "Abby & Caitria" Architects, AI & an Unexpected Radio TakeoverAbby and Caitria are back in the attic for their second appearance and this one goes just as far off the rails as the first, in the absolute best way possible. The architects are back, a surprise guest crashes the conversation mid episode, and somehow it all works perfectly.They open with a quick recap of last time before diving into the Odyssey film, whether cursing at work has become normalized, and the surprisingly fascinating question of whether baby names run in cycles. Caitria's personal baby name list makes an appearance and it lives up to every expectation. Standardized intelligence measures get their moment before the conversation turns to AI's growing role in the architecture field and the very real environmental and social impacts of data centers. Tangier Island comes up naturally before the group tackles the most dangerous animals in the world and which ones you could realistically beat in a fight, which is exactly the kind of conversation this podcast was built for.Then Malcolm calls in from his radio show and everything changes. The podcasting and radio journeys get a full comparison, Richmond's secret quarry comes up, Malcolm shares a story about touring a building in Philadelphia, and the group debates whether being told you look younger than your age is actually a compliment. The World Cup Final halftime show, commodity architecture, affordable housing, and a proper plug for Brainrot Radio close things out before final statements and the outro.This week's book recommendation is Chesapeake Requiem. Find it at goodreads.com/en/book/show/36220685-chesapeake-requiem. Check out Malcolm's Brainrot Radio at brainrotradio.com.Guest Panel:Abby: A 27 year old North Carolina native and proud UVA architecture grad who has called Richmond home for five years. When she is not walking her dog through the Fan or tending her vegetable garden she is deeply invested in historic preservation, sustainable design, and the architectural character that makes Richmond worth caring about.Caitria: An Arlington native and fellow UVA architecture grad who spent two years in New York before landing in Richmond. When she is not designing buildings she is rollerblading, drawing, catching a comedy show, hanging at the river, or playing pickleball. Refreshingly honest and genuinely funny, Caitria brings an energy to the conversation that is hard to manufacture.Topics Covered:IntroWelcome back and a recap of last timeThe Odyssey filmCursing in conversation at workAre baby names cyclical?Caitria's baby name listStandardized measures of intelligenceAI in the architecture fieldData centers and their environmental and social impactsTangier IslandThe most dangerous animals and which ones you could beat in a fightCalling in Malcolm from his radio showThe podcasting and radio journeysRichmond's secret quarryMalcolm touring a building in PhiladelphiaBeing told you look younger than your ageThe World Cup Final halftime showCommodity architectureAffordable housingMalcolm plugging Brainrot RadioClosing statements and outroNew episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at slantedattic.com.

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 69 "Kevin" Missiles, Mammals & Mastering Your HealthTyler sits down with Kevin, a 26 year old Army Captain and they things off with a Slip n Slide party story and somehow ends up in a full breakdown of the Patriot missile defense system by the end. Everything in between is exactly as wide ranging as that sounds.After the intro they get into fitness and the mental side of exercise in the military before the World Cup, Anthropic and the federal government, Tesla, and SpaceX spark a broader conversation about where technology is headed. Bird watching and dendrology lead into Kevin's favorite mammals and a surprisingly deep Orca dive before veganism, factory farming, and whether there is actually an ethical way to produce enough food for the world close out the big ideas block.Then the health conversation opens up and it is one of the more honest takes on clean living the attic has hosted. Blood sugar levels and supplementation are broken down in a way that actually makes sense, and gut health and healthy bowel movements get a genuinely informative moment. Kevin ties it all together with the discipline and perspective that comes from military life, making the health block feel grounded rather than preachy. What Kevin actually does in the Army and the Patriot missile defense system close things out before the outro.Guest Panel:Kevin: A 26 year old Captain in the U.S. Army, married to his wife Anna and dog dad to Denver and Bono. Kevin brings a grounded and refreshingly direct perspective to conversations that range from military life and missile defense to Orcas, gut health, and clean eating.Topics Covered:Slip n Slide partyIntroExercise and the mental side of fitness in the militaryThe World CupAnthropic and the federal governmentThe Ring camera Super Bowl commercialTesla and SpaceXBird watching and dendrologyKevin's favorite mammals and the OrcaThe ocean and back to the OrcaElephants and the emotional intelligence of plantsVeganism and factory farmingIs there an ethical way to feed the world?Monopolies in food production and pharmaThe value of intellectual conversationSpaceX's potential IPO and stuck bagholdersIs the tech market overinflated and what about Allbirds?Are toe strength and flexibility underrated?Blood sugar levels and supplementationHealthy bowel movements and gut healthWhat does Kevin actually do in the Army?The Patriot missile defense systemOutroNew episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic. Whether you are deep into fitness culture, fascinated by military life, or just love a conversation that goes places you never expected, this one delivers from start to finish.

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 68 "Sports Room 10" The NFL Returns!The Sports Room is back for its tenth installment and Tyler, Liam, and Graham are bringing the full fall sports calendar with them. LeBron's next move, NFL early season chaos, fantasy football strategy, EPL transfers, and an MLB playoff picture heating up fast. This one has everything a sports fan needs heading into the best stretch of the year.They open with whether LeBron is ring chasing before turning to Philadelphia's roster construction and what it means to play in one of the toughest sports cities in the country. MLB takes center stage with the Dodgers versus Phillies playoff picture, the 2027 lockout threat, and the 2026 payroll rankings before Graham brings the EPL in with the new season kickoff, notable transfers, and early winners.The NFL block takes over from there and it does not let up. Early season storylines, injuries, and a full fantasy football breakdown covering strategy, top ranked players from three sources, late round targets, and who the room is riding with this season. The Eagles get their moment, Pittsburgh's backup quarterback situation gets the scrutiny it deserves, divisional winner picks spark real debate, and the CFB preseason AP top 25 closes things out with college football officially back on the radar.Guest Panel:Graham: Born in North Carolina and raised on Duke basketball in the heart of Tobacco Road, Graham became a devoted Hokie after attending Virginia Tech. His true passion right now lives in the English Premier League where he proudly supports Brighton and Hove Albion.Liam: Born and raised in Philadelphia, Liam is a die hard Eagles, Phillies, and WVU fan who has lived through championship highs and gut punch lows. He fell in love with lacrosse in high school and now follows the rise of the PLL as closely as anything else on the sports calendar.Topics Covered:Intro Is LeBron ring chasing or is it a smart move? Filling out the bench behind the key five in Philadelphia Philly as a tough sports city What it means to be a sports fan and different fan bases MLB and the upcoming playoffs Can the Phillies make a run or do the Dodgers have it locked up? The 2027 MLB lockout threat Current 2026 MLB payroll rankings The start of the English Premier League season EPL transfer window and notable moves Early EPL winners NFL early season storylines and injuries Fantasy football strategy Top ranked fantasy players for 2026 from three sources Who the room likes for this season Fantasy football late round targets NFL season storylines The Eagles outlook Pittsburgh and their backup quarterback situation Yearly divisional winner picks CFB preseason AP top 25 OutroNew episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 67 "Gray & Sammy" Rocky Top, Rabbit Holes & Richmond PerspectivesTyler sits down with Gray and Sammy for one of the most unpredictable episodes the attic has produced. A finance guy who will not elaborate on what he does, a die hard Tennessee Volunteer, and a Richmond native with a gift for conversation somehow cover everything from NFL drama to the inventor of the pool noodle in a single sitting.They open with the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini drama before moving through the AJ Brown trade, Titans history, general NFL talk, and whether Mike Tomlin would survive coaching any other franchise. World markets, supply chain management, the Francis Scott Key bridge collapse, and a deep dive into why the ocean simply does not get the respect it deserves round out a first half that covers more ground than most episodes manage in their entirety.From there the conversation moves through college sports and NIL, James Franklin at Virginia Tech, Hendon Hooker's impact at Tennessee, and the Titans draft class before shifting into iPhone upgrades, first cell phones, and the Squatty Potty. A Masters bet win that paid off, an outsider's genuine perspective on what it is like to live in Richmond, the Amish communities of Pennsylvania, and just how dramatically life has changed from childhood to now add real depth to the closing stretch. A Las Vegas gambling trip closes things out with final thoughts and a look ahead to next time wrap everything up before the outro.Guest Panel:Gray: A Nashville native now living in Richmond, Gray works in finance, involves spreadsheets, and will not be elaborating further. A die hard Tennessee Volunteer whose blood pressure his doctor describes as concerning but seasonal, Gray has heard Rocky Top roughly 400,000 times and would gladly hear it 400,000 more. Every fall he declares it the year. Every November he is wrong. He remains undeterred.Sammy: A Richmond native and Virginia Tech alum who attended Freeman High School and stayed loyal to the city he calls home through every twist the last several years have thrown at him. Sammy values his people above everything else and given the chance will talk your ear off, not because he enjoys the sound of his own voice, but because he genuinely loves connecting with the people around him.Topics Covered:IntroMike Vrabel and Dianna Russini dramaThe AJ Brown trade and Titans historyNFL general talkWould Mike Tomlin get fired coaching any other team?More NFL talk including the draft and the CommandersThe Rodgers and McCarthy reunionFernando Mendoza and Kirk CousinsWere the 90s the best era to grow up watching sports?World markets and supply chain managementThe Francis Scott Key bridge collapseWhy is the ocean not feared enough and back to conspiraciesThe inventor of the pool noodleCollege sports and the NIL impactJames Franklin at Virginia TechHendon Hooker's move and impact at TennesseeThe Titans draft class and a story from GrayiPhone upgrades and first cell phonesThe Squatty PottyCritical mineral production and China's technological leadIs the Slanted Attic at risk of being cancelled?Rage bait and modern media cyclesA Masters bet winAn outsider's perspective on living in RichmondPennsylvania and the AmishHow much has changed from childhood until nowVisiting Las Vegas and gamblingOutro and thoughts for next timeNew episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 66 "Sports Room 09" World Cup, Winning Streaks & Way Too Early NFL TakesThe Sports Room is back for its 9th installment and this one comes with a new face in the room. Tyler, Liam, and Graham welcome Jack to the attic for the first time and the sports calendar delivers everything they need for one of the most wide ranging episodes of the series.They open with Jack's introduction before diving into recent NHL news and the Stanley Cup Final. The World Cup takes center stage with crazy moments from before the semi finals, how the ball changes for each tournament, Liam's firsthand experience watching France versus Iraq at Lincoln Financial Field, ticket scalping, and what the final picture could look like heading into the quarterfinals. MLB gets its moment with the All Star Game, whether any modern pitcher can reach 300 wins, the Nationals and their pitching rotation, the new manager, the Phillies so far this season, fan voting, and a room that is unanimous in its feelings about the Mets. The salary cap debate, a potential salary floor, before the Jaylen Brown trade pivots things toward the NFL. Early season expectations start with the Jets before moving through teams poised to take a step up or a step back. Mike Tomlin's drama, the Steelers outlook, top teams in each conference, young QB development, and way too early fantasy football top five picks close things out.Guest Panel:Graham: Born in North Carolina and raised on Duke basketball in the heart of Tobacco Road, Graham became a devoted Hokie after attending Virginia Tech. While he keeps a close eye on American sports his true passion right now lives in the English Premier League where he proudly supports Brighton and Hove Albion week in and week out.Liam: Born and raised in Philadelphia, Liam is a die hard Eagles, Phillies, and WVU fan who has lived through championship highs and gut punch lows with equal passion. He fell in love with lacrosse in high school and now follows the rise of the PLL as closely as anything else on the sports calendar.Jack: Making his first appearance in the Sports Room, Jack is a die hard New York Jets and Washington Nationals fan who brings genuine sports knowledge and a fresh perspective to a room that does not have a low bar. A Jets fan's optimism and a Nationals fan's patience make for a compelling combination and he holds his own from the very first minute.Topics Covered:Intro and Jack's first appearanceRecent NHL news and the Stanley Cup FinalRecent World Cup moments before the semi finalsHow the ball changes for each World CupWorld Cup 2026 watching and thoughts before the quarterfinalsWhat could the final look like?Liam at Lincoln Financial Field watching France vs. IraqTicket scalping and the cost of attending World Cup gamesMLB and the All Star GameWill any modern pitcher reach 300 wins?The Nationals and their pitching rotationThe new Nats manager and the Phillies so far this seasonMLB All Star Game lookahead and fan votingPost All Star Break outlookThe unanimous dislike of the New York MetsMLB salary cap, potential salary floor, and a possible lockoutThe Jaylen Brown tradeNFL season expectationsStarting with the Jets and teams taking a step up or step downMike Tomlin drama and the Steelers outlookTop teams in each conferenceYoung quarterback progression in the leagueWay too early dynasty fantasy football top five picksOutroNew episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 65 "William" Waves, Wizards & Settling CatanTyler sits down with William, a Virginia Beach local, lifelong surfer, surfboard shaper, and father of two, for a conversation that moves through creativity, family life, career, and culture with the kind of easy flow you would expect from someone who has spent a lifetime reading waves.They open with William's surfing journey and the craft of shaping surfboards before getting into sizing, design, and what goes into building a board from scratch. The conversation turns to prioritizing hobbies in a busy life, finding things you can do in short spurts, and navigating office politics or the deliberate choice to avoid them altogether. Financial independence, staying active, mobility, stretching, volleyball, and backyard sports all find their way in before Tyler shares his Tommy John surgery story and what rehab looks like when you are not a twenty year old athlete anymore.A social media detour and a well timed pee break lead into the book block. Project Hail Mary gets its moment alongside the Eragon series and its magic system, and Harry Potter sparks a full ranking debate before digital versus physical media and the growing footprint of data centers add some real weight to the conversation. Career pathways, the rising cost of childcare, coaching youth sports, name brand tools, and what you would actually want to build with them keep things moving before the Washington Commanders, the VMI Keydets and NIL money, and the hypothetical of which sport you would compete in professionally if given the chance round out the serious topics. Tabletop gaming and a full Catan conversation close things out before the outro.Guest Panel:William: A Virginia Beach native, husband, and father of two young men who has built a life around the things that genuinely matter. A lifelong surfer and surfboard shaper for over a decade, William also edits surf films and picks up a guitar whenever the opportunity presents itself. An optimist at his core, William finds joy in every chapter of life and brings that energy naturally into every conversation.Topics Covered:IntroWilliam's surfing journey and the craft of shaping surfboardsSizing and shaping of boardsPrioritizing hobbies and finding things you can do in short spurtsOffice politics and the choice to avoid themFinancial independenceStaying active and prioritizing exerciseMobility and stretchingVolleyball and backyard sportsTyler's Tommy John surgery and rehabbing injuries as an adultSocial mediaTexting and a pee breakProject Hail Mary the book and the upcoming filmThe Eragon book series and its magic systemHarry PotterHarry Potter book rankingsDigital versus physical mediaData centersFinding a career pathwayThe rising cost of childcareCoaching youth sports and our favorites and least favoritesName brand tools and building thingsThe Washington CommandersThe VMI Keydets and NIL moneyWhat sport would you want to compete in professionally?Tabletop gaming and CatanOutroNew episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST, with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 64 "Rob" Back in the Backcountry: Bulls, Bears & Boulder CreekRob is back in the attic and if you thought his first appearance was something, this one goes even deeper into the wilderness. Robert Taylor III returns with a full season recap from the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness that includes emotional moments, incredible animal encounters, and the kind of stories that remind you why a life spent outdoors is worth every sacrifice.They open with what Rob has been up to since the last conversation before diving into the grading systems used to evaluate trophy animals and how that system was applied to the bull they shot this past fall. Boulder Creek Outfitters gets an update before the conversation turns to how weather and snow change hunting tactics entirely. The elk season breakdown begins with the second week of bow hunting and Rob's Christmas present before arriving at one of the most powerful stories the attic has ever hosted. A father and son hunt during the final days of archery season becomes something far more meaningful than a harvest, and the emotional weight of that experience is handled with the depth it deserves. Rifle season stories, whitetail hunting, adapting tactics by region, and what it genuinely feels like to hunt for leisure when it is your career round things out before a full year recap and a look ahead close things out. At the time of release Rob will have just wrapped bear season.Guest Panel:Rob: Also known as Robert Taylor III, Rob is a backcountry hunting guide for Boulder Creek Outfitters, Idaho's longest continuously running outfitter and one of the most active in the lower 48. Born and raised in Palmyra, Pennsylvania, Rob traded the East Coast for the mountains of Idaho in 2022 and has not looked back since. From elk and mule deer to whitetails, bear, and turkey, Rob spends his seasons sleeping under wall tents, riding horseback out of camp, and guiding hunters through some of the most remote and breathtaking terrain in the country.Topics Covered:IntroRecap of what Rob has been up to since the last conversationThe grading scale and systems used to evaluate trophy animalsThe bull they shot this past fall and how the rating system was appliedWhat is new with Boulder Creek OutfittersHow weather and snow affect hunting tactics and animal habitatsLast year's elk season recapThe second week of bow hunting storyRob's Christmas presentDocumentary filmingThe third week of season: a father and son story during the final days of archery seasonThe emotional event and the deeper meaning behind the experienceHow to transport an animal that size back to campRifle season storiesThe end of rifle season and whitetail huntingHunting familiar regions with more experienceHow quickly hunting patterns and tactics have to change by regionWhat it feels like to hunt for leisure when it is your jobFull year recap and what to look forward to nextClose out and outroFollow Rob's journey on Instagram at @robtaylor.guide and explore everything Boulder Creek Outfitters has to offer at bouldercreekoutfitters.com. New episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST, with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.