Untold Tales from This Side of Nowhere
”Untold Tales from This Side of Nowhere” is a hilarious podcast about the mishaps and adventures of life in the rural West. Join host Connor Jones as he recounts previously untold tales about Al and his twin brother Fred’s experiences growing up on a ranch this side of nowhere in Poverty Flats, Wyoming, as well as various exploits in the great outdoors. You’re sure to laugh so hard you cry, or at least get a decent chuckle out of it. Come along for the ride!
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Episodes
Saturday Nov 11, 2023
Saturday Nov 11, 2023
Ever considered the amount of trust someone places in a hunting buddy? Just think of it, you're going to the middle of nowhere with another person who is armed to the teeth. You have to be pretty selective when you choose that person... In this episode, I provide some (mostly) helpful advice about how to find the ideal hunting companion!
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
This week I'm excited to be joined by my guest and former football coach, Mike Aagard! Come along for the inaugural Halloween episode of Untold Tales from this Side of Nowhere, as we share the infamous tale of Poverty Flats' urban legend... pause for effect... Drag Flop. You're sure to get a laugh out of the reaction of Al, Fred, and friends as they listen to a scary Halloween story--and maybe you'll be scared, too!
Saturday Oct 14, 2023
Saturday Oct 14, 2023
Those who know me will be surprised to learn that I am in fact a runner. Given my short stature and decidedly unathletic build, running didn't come naturally to me, but nonetheless, I am afflicted with the runner's curse. That being said, in a state where temperatures drop below freezing eight months of the year, running can be a tough sport to pursue, and this week I'm sharing some of the better (or worse) experiences I've had in this hobby. Whether you are a runner or not, you're sure to get a kick out of this episode!
Saturday Sep 30, 2023
Saturday Sep 30, 2023
Trash pandas. Ringtails. Masked bandits. In Spanish they're called mapaches. Whatever you call them, raccoons are trouble in an agriculture community like Poverty Flats, and this week Al's cousin, Nick, and his Uncle Greg take on a pack of raccoons when they invade a place so shocking you might not believe it! Give this one a listen, we dare you!
Saturday Sep 16, 2023
Saturday Sep 16, 2023
When was the last time you found yourself looking down at something to be cut, and thought, "Gee, I wish I had a knife on me"? Maybe you have found yourself looking down and wishing your pants had better pockets? It sounds like you need to give this episode on essential gear a listen! In this week's Untold Tale from this Side of Nowhere, Al shares the origin story behind his becoming a walking 72-hour kit. Check it out!
Saturday Sep 02, 2023
Saturday Sep 02, 2023
Whenever people ask me, "What's it like being a twin?" I tell them, "It's the best!"--even though I don't know any different! This week tune in to hear from a SPECIAL GUEST all about the mishaps and mix-ups Al and Fred have experienced being twins. You're sure to love this one!
Saturday Aug 19, 2023
Saturday Aug 19, 2023
If you have never chucked a dirt clod, you haven't lived, am I right? Just throwing them at the ground isn't enough, though. Before long you are just looking for targets... Listen to this episode to find out how things went a little too far when Al and his siblings challenged their cousins to full on dirt clod war--you're sure to enjoy it.
Saturday Aug 05, 2023
Saturday Aug 05, 2023
Let's be honest--saving money is getting harder all the time. At the same time, some would claim that if you aren't finding ways to pinch pennies, it's just because you aren't trying hard enough. Sometimes the cost of saving money is more than you bargain for, though... Listen to find out what I mean!
Saturday Jul 22, 2023
Saturday Jul 22, 2023
When it comes to hiking food, there are two things you have to remember: one, make sure it is light-weight, and two, make sure it is edible. Unfortunately not everyone is aware of these two requirements, and the results can be hilarious. Give this episode a listen to see what I mean!
Saturday Jul 08, 2023
Saturday Jul 08, 2023
There are two kinds of mountains in the West: the kind that has grizzlies, and the kind that don't. Personally, I try to avoid sleeping in a tent when I spend the night in the former of the two, but once in a while I'm forced to risk it. Hence, this podcast episode...