Merry Christmas! Recorded prior to the Season 3/series finale, your four favourite podcasting elves sat down to discuss the pros and cons of advertising the winter holidays as an annual event to attend, rather than a celebration to enjoy and be fully present in. Whether it's a notable airline company buying the dream gifts for everyone on board or …

All good things must come to an end. Oh, and also this podcast. At least for now.Join Chris, Holly, Ashlynn and Greg on the final (finale?) send-off of their fledgling show where they talk about books (classic), reminisce on the last three years of episodes and finally try to get the often-referenced but never-heard of dog, Odin - an entire episode…

The penultimate episode has arrived, and just in time to fulfill our very loose promise to you of talking about things in our houses (eventually)! On this episode, we talk about garages, bedrooms and good use of the living space - especially when it comes to gaming or recording a podcast. Episode 057 was recorded on film, so if you'd like to watch …

There's something in a song that has the power to build us up, tear us down, invite imagination, invoke a memory, transport us to another world or ground us in our own. And that "something" is (usually) the French horn, whether we like to admit it or not. Ashlynn, Chris, Holly and Greg all appreciate music and all enjoy it differently, but what is …

Extra-Terrestrial experimentation, spyware disguised as what most would assume are just birds, and hypnotic therapies supposedly leading to repressed memories of demonic rituals that were then dubbed the "Satanic Panic" are among the more prominent conspiracy theories of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries (which may make you wonder why we did…

Last episode was all about memories. Mostly, generally positive memories - or, at least, not negative. This month, Greg takes us on a journey down the more problematic side of the social media's recent history. We discuss controversies, senate hearings and we ask questions about whose jobs it is to protect the public from the actions of big busines…

Social media is a behemoth all to itself, but when we tried to fit just even one platform into the topic of a single episode...the plan fell through. So we'll spend the next couple of episodes discussing the things everyone loves and hates about the world's most controversial social networking service that was started in a college dorm room and tur…

We'll never record another episode using this topical style again, because it's just down-right weird to know someone's thoughts. But Holly has no filter, so we thought we should give it a try. What could go wrong? _____ Do you need music, SFX or stock video for your next project? Visit www.soundstripe.com or click https://app.soundstripe.com/prici…

Greetings, from tropical Saskatchewan! It's May, it's nearly summer (officially) and those that haven't travelled over the winter are now considering their options for vacations, trips and other adventurous excursions. Greg, Chris, Holly and Ashlynn all share a fondness for "getting away" from the hustle and bustle of the day-to-day, but some of th…

A very "Happy 50th" to the podcast, this week! On this extra-special episode of The Housebound Podcast, Greg, Holly, Ashlynn and Chris spend time talking about the backbone of the show - humour. Why do your hosts spend so much time goofing off and not just talking about the topics at hand? Well, they don't know either. But you can bet they'll talk …

Okay. It's been said before, but it bears repeating: “Health is a state of body. Wellness is a state of being.”(J. Standord) Therefore, it only makes sense that “I have chosen to be happy because it is good for my health."(Voltaire) and that means that we should choose to take care of our bodies. “But the real secret to lifelong good health is actu…

When deciding on whether to release a follow-up to Episode 047 as a bonus episode immediately after its posting (following the upload schedule for this season) or to wait and release it midway between that episode and the next (Episode 049) there were several factors to take into consideration, doubtless any of which would be of particular interest…

A new episode. It's not short, but it's about being short. Not with others though, uh...well, it's about being concise when speaking. We've already said too much. Side note, though: What do you do when you're listening to these episodes...? _____ Do you need music, SFX or stock video for your next project? Visit www.soundstripe.com or click https:/…

It's The More, Better Season of 'The Housebound Podcast'. Welcome! Greg, Holly, Ashlynn, and Chris are ready for another year of voicing their thoughts, spewing witticisms and just general tom-foolery. Speaking of feedback, they've listened to some of yours and are pumping out extra long episodes in 2022, complete with all four co-hosts in the same…

Welcome to 'The Housebound Podcast: The More Better Season'. For the past two years, Chris, Holly, Ashlynn and Greg have debated, laughed at, deconstructed and...just generally given their uncensored opinions on their interests, lives and the world around them. So why stop now? Exploring a new show format with longer episodes and in-person conversa…

Happy Holidays! (Did you skip to the description to find out why this episode is marked Explicit? Hint: It's Santa Claus information-related.) We've returned from our holiday break-between-seasons with another holiday-themed episode, this time about how the rest of the world celebrates their version of Christmas (and other winter festivities). And …

You made it through season two of The Housebound Podcast! Also, and not to worry you, but Christmas is in 24 days... We're following up on our first season finale re: finales, and this time we'll be talking about films - the good, the bad and the ugly (the installments, not the movie 'The Good, the Bad and the Ugly'). Will we be back for another se…

Everyone wants to be known for their skills or talents or unique takes on a popular topic. But does striving to do so simply oversaturate the market? All modern pop music tells the same story but uses different tunes; all art installations contend with one another to be the most grandiose and least discernable; all time-travel movies explore differ…

Critical thinking and problem solving is important for young children to learn, since it's how they learn to make their own decisions later on in life. So while they may start with stacking A-B-C blocks, eventually they're able to scan upcoming intersections and merging drivers so they can decerne potential problematic situations. And Chris, Holly,…

In the first episode of 'OUTBOUND', four friends venture out into the world (read "neighbourhood") to discover the mysteries of migration, ancient playground structures and tiny little libraries. So grab your headphones, throw on your walking shoes, and join us for a 30-minute adventure. _________ Melodies of the wind, whispering In each ascending …

We all have tv shows or movies that we watch when we know we really shouldn't, mainly because they're of low production quality and are lacking the content that draw us to our normal go-to's. Chris, Holly, Ashlynn and Greg chat about what that actually means, and - yes - spill the beans on some of their own guilty pleasure flicks. _____ Do you need…

"Nǐ Hǎo" "Marhabaan" "Sà-wàt-dii" "Bonjour" "Hello" Calculations of the number of official languages that exist in our world sit around 6,500 but totals that include unofficial counts place the number at closer to 7, 100! And to think that nowadays, you could go your whole life without learning a second language. So why would you want to? Our co-ho…

Pop Quiz: What do the following all have in common? A one-week pass to a gym, legal aid, a sewing machine, and 'Dungeons & Dragons'? Answer: They can all be found at your public library* (I lied about the sewing machine)! As our co-hosts prepare to take a summer break, check out some of the offerings Ashlynn's local library has made available to he…

Technology is moving so fast, that we can often find ourselves caught up in a craze that didn't even exist a few weeks earlier, let alone be able to understand it. In this episode, our co-hosts discuss some of the most surprising hits and snubs of the technological evolution of the past three decades. _____ Do you need music, SFX or stock video for…

Have you ever had a small panic attack at a mechanic's shop, because they told you your car needed repairs, but you didn't understand enough about vehicles to know if their recommendation was urgent or just salesmanship? What about if your pet swallowed something, but you didn't know if it would cause them distress or they would just pass it normal…

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Have you ever been curious about donating blood, or signing up for an organ transplant? Medical science is really, really cool and allows people all kinds of opportunities to extend their health through transfusions, surgeries and other quality-of-life services. If you're interested in how you can help make a difference, or are just curious in gene…

Join Greg, Ashlynn, Chris and Holly in discussions about what's on their mind that day - sometimes it's serious, sometimes it's not so serious, but always it's a chance for these four friends to "get together" during a global lockdown. You're invited. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/housebound/message…

BACON! Okay, now that your attention as been grabbed, please consider the following episode regarding vaccines. And since they're no experts, your co-hosts have added some podcasts, articles and apps below to further help you out in understanding a little bit about this vaccine (and vaccines in general), in case you're worried or just curious. ____…

'Myers & Briggs', 'The Big 5', 'DiSC' - there are a plethora of personality tests in the world, but Ashlynn thought that it would be interesting to take the Enneagram Test. In this episode, our co-hosts learn a little about the history of this specific test and it's purpose, and learn a little too much about what makes themselves tick. *PLEASE NOTE…

Breakfast has long been hailed as the most important meal of the day. But then you'd expect that the average North American would make sure to eat a substantial meal before heading off to work in the morning, right? WRONG. Well, if "Big Hummus" is to be believed, anyway. There's no real way to vet the sources that are found on the internet, but the…

Ever notice how books are much more believable than tv or movies? Like, if you read about a scientist conducting a complex study on the human tongue and how it can technically "smell", you'd be inclined to believe it, but somehow, an actor can't fake a filled coffee cup for 30 seconds? Your co-hosts discuss whether this is simply Hollywood being la…

Memory is a fickle thing. Have you ever walked into a room, only to forget why you walked in there in the first place? On the flip side, have you ever committed an event in your life to memory, only to distrust that memory years later, for fear of projecting your life experience onto it? Well then you'd be alone because our co-hosts all have perfec…

On this episode, our four co-hosts - all of whom would consider themselves somewhat conservative individuals - discuss tattoos: Would they get one and, if so, what would they get and why? Their answers might surprise you. Or, if you happen to know any of them personally, maybe not. _____ Want to join the conversation? Leave us a voice message or re…

Hear us out: WHAT IF...your government was to promise all of its citizens a guaranteed, monthly income of something right around a livable wage (even if not exactly)? What would that mean for you? What would that mean for those that you know? Would that be a freedom because you could pay off loans, buy a car, afford a fun vacation; Would that just …

From SNES to SEGA, Xbox to PlayStation, PCs and beyond - every generation has a preference, and everyone has their loyalty. But (at least) one question remains: Is a game best played in-person so you can see the resolve drain from your opponents face when you hit them with that third red shell, or via the internet where you can trash talk them from…

They're BAAA-aaack! Your co-hosts with the mo-osts (?) are raring and ready to get back in the game, starting with everyone's favourite time of year: Resolution Graveyard season. Every December, we drive ourselves crazy coming up with a bigger and better New Year resolution - we don't even bother to ask ourselves, "Is this an attainable goal?" or "…

In early 2020, Greg, Ashlynn, Chris and Holly created a podcast to make them feel like they were getting out of the house and living life to the fullest (even when they actually can't). It's a new year, and while some things have remained the same, there's still plenty of new ideas to explore. Join our four cohosts as they navigate new and stranger…

Season's Greetings! Our gift to you this holiday season is a holiday-themed episode about everyone's favourite pastime: gift giving! Well, that and and actual gift. Join the virtual, audio roundtable with Greg, Ashlynn, Chris and Holly as they discuss gift giving practices, frustrations and techniques. And in the spirit of the season, one of our lu…

It's the first season finale of The Housebound Podcast! So what better way to celebrate than to look back at some popular television finales (forced, or otherwise...)? After 25 episodes, Greg, Holly, Chris and Ashlynn are ready for a little break. If you've made it this far congratulate yourself, because the hosts are congratulating you too. A grea…

Welcome back to the show that is made up of two couples, and each couple is married to...their spouse. With ones of days of combined experience with weddings of their own (but dozens attended as guests, and boat-loads of opinions to boot), Holly, Ashlynn, Greg and Chris - who aren't necessarily listed in order of couples there - share some highs an…

As Canadians, we're often found to be proud of our country, our accomplishments (medicinal, technological and more), and our governmental progress on topics like trade and law. But when it comes to food - something else we're very passionate about - it seems we don't know as much as we thought. Or, at least, our hosts don't. A weird observation, co…

Media shapes us and our interpretation of the world we live in, even from a very young age. And if that's so true, one would expect that the quality of the media would also help inform our impression of those same life lessons. So why does it seem that - in the Christian art world - that "so-so" is good enough? Chris, Holly, Greg and Ashlynn discus…

Cooking mishaps abound in this weeks' episode as Greg, Ashlynn, Holly and Chris chat about the good, bad and down-right awful meal experiences they've had - both at home and in restaurant. Episode 021 also marks the first time that all four co-hosts were able to record an episode face-to-face (with a fancy soundboard and multiple cameras)! If you'd…

It's time for the final edition of the "Unholy Trinity of Education Incidents" episode, so listen in to our hosts as the dig deep into their past (like, over 10 years for some!) and try to produce a few nuggets of wisdom for you, dear listeners. In response to this weeks' episode, they'd love to hear from you, so please send us an email, DM us on s…

They're BAAA-aaack! After a long, grueling, first half-season, join Greg, Ashlynn, Holly and Chris for a very informative discussion on the ins and outs of arranging your own home-moving event utilizing such resources as: Facebook, Rubbermaid and tears. You read that correctly: your greatest sorrow could be your greatest tool. Give a listen to find…

In the final episode before their first mid-summer break: It's summertime, and Chris and Holly are moving, which means packing up all of their physical media (and we're talking A LOT of physical media) and that begs the question: Digital or Physical - which medium of media is superior? Or is it all just based on preference? And also, where are thos…

Have you ever wondered what it takes to start your own business? Chris did. Then he started his own, so if you're curious, he's sharing a few quick tips and highlights on how to get your own self-run business off the ground and running on this weeks' episode. ********** Chris's recommended Business Apps: Wave Invoicing (www.waveapps.com), Self-Empl…

THIS IS NOW A PET-RELATED PODCAST. Greg, Ashlynn, Chris and Holly will now take any and all questions related to: How to best acquire new pets, how many pets is too many to love (you're wrong - there is no limit) and how to send them money so that they can buy pets. Any and all of those particular questions. No others. ...Good boy. --- Send in a vo…

What else is there to do during a global "lockdown" than to play board games? ...Or watch movies...or go for walks/bike rides...or craft...or learn an instrument...or adopt a pet and raise it... Okay, so there are options, but: Why not play board games? They open up a whole world of entertainment possibilities (and possibly even collecting obsessio…