In the latest episode of the ‘We Hired a Sitter for This’ podcast, hosted by Ross and Patrick, they convene in a lively outdoor setting in Centennial, Colorado, amidst the background buzz of construction noise. The episode kicks off with a humorous recount of travel mishaps, including an early morning cab ride incident involving Ross’s daughter, Fran, which set the tone for their family visit, crowded with 12 relatives sharing a house. The discussion delves into Ross’s surprising experience at a hot yoga class, where the unanticipated heat led to lightheadedness and an emotional outburst, drawing parallels to the intensity of such experiences. The hosts also cherish moments spent with family, like ice cream binges, and consider expanding their podcast’s reach through Patreon subscription tiers, as they contemplate recording a podcast with their siblings that evening.

 

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️ Podcast Introduction and Setting (00:00 – 05:00)

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  Ross and Patrick hosting the ‘We Hired a Sitter for This’ podcast, episode 181
  
  
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  Recording in Colorado in the backyard of Ross’s brother PJ’s home
  
  
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  Discussing recording outside with construction noise in the background
  
  
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  Setting described as Centennial, Colorado, with a princess castle nearby
  
  
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  Mentioned that episodes are now also on YouTube
  
  

Travel Mishaps and Family Visit (05:00 – 15:00)

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  Travel began with a ‘fire drill’ – Fran (Ross and Patrick’s daughter) vomited in the cab on the way to the airport at 4am
  
  
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  Had to rush back upstairs to change clothes before continuing to airport
  
  
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  The family handled the situation efficiently, working as a team
  
  
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  Currently visiting family in Colorado with 12 people in the house
  
  
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  Ross’s father, sister, brother, sister-in-law, and brother’s in-laws all present
  
  
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  Children experiencing typical ‘spring break sickness’
  
  

‍️ Hot Yoga Experience (15:00 – 25:00)

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  Ross attended a hot yoga class that wasn’t labeled as ‘hot yoga’ on the booking app
  
  
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  Ross felt lightheaded due to the combination of heat and elevation (5,280 ft)
  
  
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  Had to leave the class early due to near-fainting symptoms
  
  
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  Experienced unexpected emotional response (crying) after leaving the class
  
  
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  Discussion about how hot yoga creates manufactured intense experiences
  
  
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  Connection made between hot yoga, breath control, and cult-like leadership
  
  

Family Time and Podcast Updates (25:00 – 29:10)

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  Ross sharing about ice cream binges with his father as a bonding experience
  
  
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  Discussion about the family enjoying quality time together
  
  
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  Mention of their Patreon account that currently has no subscribers
  
  
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  Considering offering different tier options for the podcast (possibly $1-2)
  
  
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  Alternative idea of releasing partial episodes on free feed with full versions on Patreon