The Short Story Long Podcast

The Short Story Long Podcast

Sharing the work and play of working class midwestern millennials

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June 25, 2025 107 mins

On this episode, we discuss Dozer's new project and Sam's Hot Rod Power Tour and mini Route 66 trip.

Sam visited the Pontiac and other museums in Pontiac, Illinois.

Sam and Dozer go to the Junkyard.

We ask for Listener submitted ideas for our next episode.

Another installment of "Shit Wyatt Says" at the end.

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Guilding museum tour: https://www.yo...

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Sorry for the delay!

We're back with another life update for the last month that we have been away.

The good news is, we're still alive and still messing around with saws! LOL

We also have an updated "Shit Wyatt Says" segment!

We will try to get more of these recorded for everyone!

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Buckle up boys and girls, it's a LOOOONG one this time!

In this episode, we briefly talk about our "what's new" which does include some sawtism. So if you wish to skip to the meat of the episode, fast forward to about 35 minutes.

We both discuss our weight loss journeys and discuss the relationship we have with our bodies and diet and exercise.

Sam talks about a motorcycle wreck he was involved in and Dozer talks about CrossFit (Sh...

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In this episode, we go over life that has happened since the last recording.   Dozer describes his brief period of being project free and his most recent wheeling trip.   Sam catches the ‘tism and continues the saga with the Hemi.    We both relive our near death experiences with not one, but TWO tornadoes the ripped through south central Illinois.   As always, don’t forget to Like, Share, Rate, and Subscribe    ...
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We are once again joined by special guest, Zeth Poettker, the turkey farmer from (almost) Indiana

We read more listener emails before we dive right into more gun talk

Everything from bb guns to rifles we cover in this long awaited sequel!

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In this episode, we are joined by fellow sawtism afflicted expert, Zeth Poettker.

We discuss our love of all things chainsaw related as well as his enthusiasm for all things with engines.

The diesel mechanic turned turkey farmer bings a unique perspective for our listeners.

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In this episode, we get caught up on all the happenings of January.

From Jeep projects to plumbing projects, with some high explosives mixed in for good measure!

Another installment of SSL Book Club and "Shit Wyatt Says"

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Sorry it has been a while once again. But we're back!

A lot has transpired in the past month, Christmas, New Years, and a lot of life.

We discuss Dozer's obsession with chainsaws ever since he was a kid.

Sam has rediscovered a love for reading as well as a passion for WW2 History

More random rambling from the depths of our souls.

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November 20, 2024 77 mins

In this episode, we celebrate the milestone of 10,000 downloads of two idiots making mouth noises on the internet!

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for continuing to support our passion project/trainwreck we call a "podcast"

We also discuss Dozer's first in-person auction experience

Another installment of the SSL Book Club for our more cultured listener. I think doing the book club really motivates us to consume literature a...

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November 6, 2024 91 mins

In this episode, we discuss our current life events, including the abridged story of Sam's engagement to his now fiancé.

We have another SSL Book Club update as well with some surprising content.

Sam explores a box of car parts won at auction from Dozer's neighbor.

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To start off this episode, we read some listener emails.

Followed by the Short Story Long Book Club!

We then discuss Dozer's experience trying to sell a second gen Cummins truck which went about as well as could be expected!

Our special guest Kyle Willenborg talks about his recent trip to London Kentucky to the Mopar Drag Race.

The bulk of the episode is spent updating the status on Sam's GTX tuning adventure as well as getting rea...

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In this episode, we are joined by two best friends, Eric and Greg

They have worked together for many years and have been friends even longer!

We go through the Short Story Long Guest Questionnaire and take plenty of detours along the way!

They both share some amazing stories with us and just generally have a great time!

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September 4, 2024 135 mins

In this episode, we discuss dozers once in a lifetime hunting trip to Alaska.

An incredible undertaking, it was a trip filled with challenges and good memories.

Hang onto your hats, it's a hell of a ride!

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We finally made it to 50 episodes!!! Thank You so much for being a part of this experiment!

In this episode, we accidentally start the Short Story Long Book Club!

We share what we enjoy reading and plan to read in the future. (Feel free to hit the 15 sec skip a few times LOL JK (but seriously... ) (Not Really!) )

We also add a new segment called: Stuff Wyatt Says. In which we bring to you the timeless one liners brought to you by D...

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In this episode, we wanted to take a little time to update the listeners on the events taking place in our lives.

As usual, we get off topic and long winded

We shot "flurry" clays at Twin Oaks Sporting Clays including the nighttime "Glow" blacklight shoot.

We then took a trip to "Peoria" to collect some investment tractor parts

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In this episode, we discuss Sam and John's HRPT '24 experience.   Dozer got him a new ride!   We also cover the 2024 Teutopolis Cruise Night and Burnout Pit!   As usual, the storytelling takes some twists and turns!   Sorry, only one Sampage on this one!   Let us know your thoughts!   askshortstorylong@gmail.com   If you need and speed parts, call the guys at Alky Diggers! https://www.alkydigger.net/?_v...
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In this episode, we discuss the last month of progress in our lives.

Sam got a lot done on the GTX in preparation for the Hot Rod Power Tour HOT ROD Power Tour 2024: All Your Questions Answered! (motortrend.com)

Dozer went on a wheeling trip to Sothern Missouri Off Road Ranch with Jason

Jason has a YouTube channel where he shares some of the experiences Blonde Locks and Big Rocks - YouTube

Sam made some big "steps" in his journey t...

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In this episode, we recap the very eventful previous weeks of our lives!

Sam is earning his New Balance sneakers, and Dozer is becoming an athlete.

The Hot Rod Power Tour is rapidly approaching, and the looming deadline has Sam a little stressed!

Dozer talks about his upcoming caribou hunt later this year and his participation in his first 5K!

As always, we welcome your feedback! Please reach out on Facebook or email us at askshort...

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In this episode, we recap our Swap Meet Adventure!

We talk about some good life advice.

Give us a topic and we will give our "Best Bad Advice"

As an added bonus, there is a mini Sampage at the end!

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In this episode, we talk about the "once in a lifetime" event to take the nation by storm, the total solar eclipse.

We both got to witness the event and we talk about our experiences.

We also share some current events, including our upcoming attendance to the Altamont Automotive Swap Meet!

We also talk about the Scouts' Derby and talk about kids' imagination

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