The Slanted Attic Experience

EP - 61 "Courtney" Billionaires, Botox & Big Legal Energy

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 61 "Courtney" Billionaires, Botox & Big Legal Energy Courtney is back in the attic and this one goes to some genuinely unexpected places. A civil rights attorney, Harvard Law grad, die hard Eagles fan, and proud owner of a cat named Charlotte Binky Pee Pee Paws, Courtney brings a perspective that is impossible to replicate and a conversation that is equally hard to stop listening to. They open with the Eagles, Boston's Masshole culture, and what separates truly elite athletes before getting into the monetization of children's sports, NIL, and ad revenue in college athletics. From there it becomes a full hypothetical sprint. How fast could you spend six million dollars, is teleportation actually the best superpower, and are all billionaires ugly? Plastic surgery, anti aging trends, social credit scores, and data collection round out a first half that somehow keeps getting more interesting. The second half gets more serious without losing any of its edge. Local community, social media's impact, and Courtney's reading year in review lead into AI's growing role in law, the resource demands of data centers, and how chatbots are quietly eroding critical thinking skills. Billionaires being completely disconnected from everyday society closes out the heavy stuff before a recent snowstorm, reading outlooks, and a proper outro bring things home. Guest Panel: Courtney: A civil rights attorney focused on LGBTQ+ rights and a Harvard Law grad who was tragically forced to leave Philadelphia for Boston, where she lives with her partner Nick and their perfect demon cat Charlotte Binky Pee Pee Paws. A die hard Eagles fan through every high and gut wrenching low, Courtney spends her free time playing ultimate frisbee, reading fantasy, sci fi, and romance, and petting every cat within reach. Sharp, funny, and refreshingly honest, she makes every conversation better just by being in it. Topics Covered: Intro The Eagles Boston and the Masshole term Tom Brady and what makes truly successful athletes The monetization of children's sports Ad revenue, NIL, and college athletics How fast could you spend six million dollars? The realities of being a homeowner Is teleportation the best superpower? Are all billionaires ugly? Plastic surgery and the anti aging societal trend Social credit scores and data collection The climate of local community today The impact of social media Courtney's reading year in review Artificial intelligence in the legal field The impact of data centers on the grid and resource use AI chatbots and the loss of critical thinking skills Billionaires and tech moguls being removed from general society The recent snow Reading outlooks and final outro 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 slantedattic.com [http://slantedattic.com]

EP - 60 "Abby & Caitria" Blueprints, Banter & Bringing Back Your Childhood

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 60 "Abby & Caitria" Blueprints, Banter & Bringing Back Your Childhood Tyler sits down with two Richmond based architects and things get out of hand in the best way possible. Abby and Caitria bring sharp perspectives, genuinely great stories, and the kind of conversational chemistry that makes an episode impossible to stop listening to. They open with construction costs before somehow landing on meat processing, an octopus learning to play the piano, and the critical question of how many third graders you could realistically take in a fight. The Antonio Brown story gets its moment, the Joe Rogan platforming debate sparks real discussion, podcast recommendations are handed out freely, and Flophouse Comedy Club makes a well deserved appearance before public restroom horror stories take over completely. From there it is a full dive into childhood. Middle school memories, Caitria's rowing journey and the Bay Bridge swim, exercise induced anaphylaxis, Walktober at the office, tribalism and Sapiens, the pre versus post internet divide, teachers buying their own classroom supplies, Polly Pockets, Barbies, public speaking fears, and what American culture looks like when you never leave your hometown. The recording ends before the outro gets a chance to happen, which honestly tracks. 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: Intro The real costs in construction Meat and animal processing and food in general An octopus learning to play the piano How many third graders could you take in a fight? The Story of Antonio Brown The Joe Rogan Experience and the platforming debate Podcast recommendations: Exploration Live, Brooke and Connor, Caleb Hearon's So True Flophouse Comedy Club Public restroom horror stories and public infrastructure The hypothetical of going back to elementary school Middle school stories Caitria's rowing journey and the Bay Bridge swim Exercise induced anaphylaxis Walktober at the office Tribalism and hunter gatherer instincts from Sapiens Pre versus post internet and instant information Teachers purchasing their own supplies Kids being oblivious: the stories Polly Pockets and Barbies Continuing the childhood theme and memorable events Public speaking American culture and living in the same town your entire life No outro this time 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 slantedattic.com [http://slantedattic.com]. Octopus Playing the Piano!! - https://youtu.be/PcWnQ7fYzwI [https://youtu.be/PcWnQ7fYzwI]

EP - 59 "Sports Room 07" Coaching Cycles, Championships and Crazy Facts!

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 59 "Sports Room 07" Coaching Cycles, Championships and Crazy Facts! The Sports Room is back for its seventh installment and Tyler, Liam, and Graham are locked in. From NFL second half takes to EPL table drama and a brand new segment that will have you pulling out your phone to fact check, this one delivers from start to finish. The guys open with second half NFL season takes and a look ahead to the AFC Championship and Super Bowl picture. Refereeing consistency, sports betting, the NFL offseason, and controversial coaching hires all get their moment before the Eagles take center stage. Should Philadelphia be operating in full dynasty mode? Should they trade AJ Brown? The debate is real and both sides get heard before final NFL takes close out the pro football block. College football takes over with the NCAA Division 1 Championship breakdown, Indiana's remarkable turnaround, and the blueprint for building a program in today's landscape. The Dante Moore drama and transfer portal pricing conversation add real texture before things cross the Atlantic. Graham brings the EPL into the room with full table talk, season storyline drama, and a broader look at coaching life cycles across soccer and the NFL that ties both worlds together. The brand new Crazy Sports Facts segment closes 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. 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. Topics Covered: Intro 2025 NFL second half takes AFC Championship and Super Bowl lookahead Refereeing consistency and the influence of sports betting NFL offseason outlook Controversial coaching hires Should the Eagles be in dynasty mode? Should the Eagles trade AJ Brown? Final NFL takes NCAA Division 1 Championship breakdown Indiana's turnaround and what it means for college football The blueprint for success in college football today English Premier League table talk EPL season storyline drama Coaching life cycles across soccer and the NFL Transfer portal and transfer pricing Dante Moore drama and the current NCAA transfer landscape New segment: Crazy Sports Facts Outro 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 [http://linktr.ee/slantedattic].

EP - 58 "D-Mills & Ben" Hokies, Hardwood & the Chaos of College Football

The Slanted Attic Experience Presents: Episode 58 "D-Mills & Ben" Hokies, Hardwood & the Chaos of College Football Tyler brings D-Mills and Ben into the attic for a roundtable that covers Virginia Tech football, the evolving college sports landscape, NFL nostalgia, and everything in between. The college football block opens with VT and UVA sports before getting into whether Kyren Drones could have been an NFL caliber quarterback with the right development. The James Franklin hiring, Brent Pry's retention, and Virginia Tech's staff changes lead into a broader debate about whether the transfer portal has replaced traditional recruiting altogether. Florida State's ACC drama, Indiana's remarkable turnaround, the CFP selection, bowl game relevance, Notre Dame's 2026 schedule, and the full playoff picture all get their moment before the college block wraps up. The NFL half brings Philip Rivers back into the conversation, puts today's QB play under the microscope, and debates running back value in the modern game. Tyler's experience at a Steelers game leads into a full throwback to the 2009 Super Bowl between Pittsburgh and the Cardinals. Fantasy football, the LA Clippers, NCAA men's basketball, and final thoughts on the Hokies' tournament hopes close things out before the outro. Guest Panel: D-Mills: A Richmond native whose life runs on live music, sports analytics, and the occasional miracle shot on the golf course. Whether breaking down stats or chasing the next great story, D-Mills brings curiosity, humor, and genuine passion to every conversation. Ben: Raised in Blacksburg and a Virginia Tech football lifer who spent his formative years storming the field and collecting game worn gear that now lives in a box called the Stench of Discovery. A nine year special education teacher, Teacher of the Year honoree, and coach whose students compete in Special Olympics sports yearly, Ben bleeds Hokie orange and brings big opinions to match. Topics Covered: Intro VT and UVA sports: basketball and football Could Kyren Drones have developed into an NFL caliber QB? The James Franklin hiring Virginia Tech staff changes and Brent Pry's retention Is recruiting still as important in D1 football? The transfer portal as a recruiting replacement Managing the transfer portal and the financial landscape How these changes affect coaching retention and new hires Florida State's ACC drama and recent underperformance Indiana's impressive program turnaround Circling back to the James Franklin hire CFP selection breakdown: did anyone get snubbed? Why bowl games have lost their popularity Notre Dame's 2026 football schedule College Football Bowl Game Mania CFP potential outcomes and final thoughts The return of Philip Rivers QB play in today's NFL: better or worse? Running backs, their value, and veteran players Tyler attending a Steelers game The 2009 Super Bowl: Steelers vs. Cardinals Big fantasy football week recap NFL season so far and general discussion Fantasy football banter The current LA Clippers situation NCAA men's basketball Final thoughts on the Hokies, football, James Franklin, and tournament hopes Outro 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 slantedattic.com [http://slantedattic.com].

EP - 57 "Ryan" Live Shows, Lombardis & the Windy City

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 57 "Ryan" Live Shows, Lombardis & the Windy City Tyler welcomes Ryan to the attic for his first solo appearance. A Connecticut native turned Chicago transplant, Ryan is a consultant by trade and a sports obsessive by nature, with strong opinions on football, a love for live music, and a Buckeyes loyalty that does not waver. They open with Chicago and its sports scene before moving into sports betting, Ohio State football, and what it takes to build a program in today's NIL and transfer portal landscape. Will Howard's move to Pittsburgh, the Steelers dynasty of the 2010s, NFL penalties, Ryan's firsthand Saquon Barkley story, the new kickoff rules, and fourth down analytics all find their way into the conversation before the Steelers' current standing and remaining schedule close out the football block. From there the conversation shifts into live music, Richmond's new amphitheater, option paralysis on Spotify, and the Sphere in Las Vegas. AI and social media algorithms lead into Ryan's decision to step away from the platforms. College football closes things out with relegation debates, the expanded playoff, Ryan's CFP picks from Week 6 of the 2025 season, and way too early Super Bowl predictions before the outro. Guest Panel: Ryan: A Connecticut-born consultant now calling Chicago home, Ryan has built a life around good music, meaningful travel, competitive chess, his guitar, and Ohio State football Saturdays. Sharp, curious, and easy to talk to, Ryan brings a grounded perspective that keeps the conversation honest and worth every minute. Topics Covered: Intro Chicago as a city and its local sports scene Sports betting and its impact on fandom Ohio State football Building a college football program in the NIL and transfer portal era Will Howard in Pittsburgh: will he pan out? The Steelers dynasty of the 2010s The current state of NFL penalties Ryan's Saquon Barkley story and the new kickoff rules Fourth down analytics: has the landscape changed? Where are the Steelers now and what does the schedule look like? When did Tyler and Ryan last see each other? Live music and Richmond's new amphitheater Option paralysis on Spotify and discovering new music Why live shows are unmatched and the Sphere in Las Vegas Artificial intelligence Social media algorithms Ryan stepping away from social media Relegation in college football The expanded college football playoff Ryan's CFP picks for the 2025 season (recorded Week 6) Way too early Super Bowl predictions Outro 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 slantedattic.com [http://slantedattic.com].