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Raff"s Brain

Raff’s Brain is my playground for goofy stories, real-life adventures, and experiments in how openness, creativity, and technology can bring people together and improve our lives. Expect Hot Yoga Problems, Riffin’ with Raff, Drive & Jive / Walk & Talk, and various zany side projects that are sometimes cathartic, sometimes ridiculous, and hopefully worth your time.

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28:03

Raff's Brain #73: Riffin' with Raff feat. Charles...

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2025/01/23

🎙️ Episode OverviewIn this heartwarming and hilarious episode of Raff's Brain, Rob Raffety reconnects with his old friend, Charles Blatz, for a conversation that spans nostalgia, personal growth, and the adventures of homeownership. Charles shares his journey from DC to Cleveland, detailing how he transitioned into IT, bought a historic home for a shockingly low price, and embraced a new lifestyle in the Midwest.From 1930s treasures hidden in the walls to plans for chickens in the backyard,

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8:39

Raff's Brain #72: Hot Yoga Problems - Late Night...

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2025/01/23

Description:In this hilariously relatable episode of Hot Yoga Problems on Raff's Brain, Rob dives into his most formidable yoga challenge yet: himself. Midnight nachos, sunrise acid reflux, and self-sabotage take center stage as Rob reflects on the hard truth—he might be his own worst yoga problem.From gastrointestinal distress during triangle pose to the awkward social dance of claiming your "spot" in a crowded studio, this episode serves up a mix of comedy, therapy, and insight. If you’ve e...

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18:22

Raff's Brain #71: Hot Yoga Problems - Breath Work...

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2025/01/20

Join Rob in this fun and chaotic episode of Hot Yoga Problems, where Sunday routines meet sugary snacks and unexpected weather dilemmas. Fueled by an unofficial Red Vines sponsorship, Rob dives into the quirks of yoga schedules, diet struggles, and his undying love for a good deal at the grocery store.What to Expect:🍬 Red Vines vs. Twizzlers: Can’t we all just get along?🧘‍♂️ Yoga Timing Troubles: Why no 6 AM weekend classes?🍽️ Diet Drama: Can yoga really balance out processed foods?🛒

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8:13

Raff's Brain #70: Hot Yoga Problem - Embracing the...

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2025/01/18

Episode Summary:In this hilariously offbeat episode of Hot Yoga Problems, Rob Raffety tackles the chaos and thrills of encountering a substitute yoga instructor 🔄. What starts as a meditation on disrupted routines evolves into a whirlwind of speed-run yoga ⏩🔥, Jazzercise nostalgia 💃, and unexpected life lessons 🌟. Through the madness, Rob discovers the ultimate truth: the real hot yoga problems aren’t on the mat—they’re in the mind 🧠✨.Episode Outline:Opening RantThe dreaded (or

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16:37

Raff's Brain #69: Riffin' with Raff feat...

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2025/01/17

🎙️ Episode OverviewWelcome back to Raff’s Brain, the podcast about the things that fascinate and inspire host Rob Raffety. In this installment of Riffin’ with Raff, Rob sits down with his creative partner Grauben Lara to discuss their latest collaborative ventures in content creation.The episode dives into their exciting video project strategy, including brainstorming ideas, scripting, shooting, and promoting engaging, educational content. They also share their vision for leveraging

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18:05

Raff's Brain #68: Riffin' with Raff feat. Hoa Phan,...

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2025/01/16

🎙️ Episode Summary:In this special, spontaneous episode of Riffin’ with Raff, Rob Raffety reconnects with old friend Hoa Phan for a lively discussion on the NFL playoffs. From unexpected losses to bold predictions, Rob and Hoa break down the NFC and AFC matchups with humor, insight, and a dose of fan frustration. Along the way, they reflect on playoff heartbreaks, incremental progress (baby steps!), and what it takes to build a championship team. Steelers fans, you’ll feel the pain. Football

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9:56

Raff's Brain #67: Hot Yoga Problems - Resting in...

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2025/01/15

🔥 Episode Summary:In this episode of Raff's Brain, Rob dives headfirst into the hilarious and relatable struggles of hot yoga, featuring a pose-by-pose breakdown of the day's challenges. Today’s main antagonist? Gorilla pose—a so-called "resting pose" that feels anything but restful. Along the way, Rob shares musings on the Apple Watch's fitness tracking quirks, societal catchphrases like "it'll buff out," and the audacity of Maryland drivers. The episode is a humorous exploration of why we

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35:04

Raff's Brain #66: Walk & Talk - Fixing the Black &...

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2025/01/14

Welcome back to Raff's Brain! In this special Walk and Talk episode, Rob Raffety tackles a listener-requested topic: how to fix the Pittsburgh Steelers after their recent playoff loss to the Baltimore Ravens. With a selfie stick in hand and his thoughts streaming, Rob delivers a heartfelt, nostalgic, and insightful ode to the Steelers, the greatest NFL franchise (in his opinion).Here’s what to expect in this episode:Episode SummaryNostalgia & Fandom Origins: Rob shares his lifelong love f...

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10:00

Raff's Brain #65: Hot Yoga Problems - Afternoon...

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2025/01/13

Episode Summary:Oh, the joys and quirks of hot yoga in the late afternoon! In this episode of Hot Yoga Problems, Rob Raffety takes us on a sweaty, humorous journey through his recent 4:30 PM class. Rob’s usual early-morning yoga sessions bring a mix of semi-conscious serenity and a head start to the day. But what happens when he steps into an unusually crowded, acoustically lively, and wide-awake late afternoon yoga studio? It’s a whole different vibe!From a packed room with perfectly aligned...

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16:14

Raff's Brain #64: Riffin' with Raff - Olivier Ballou,...

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2025/01/11

📝 Episode Summary:In this episode of Raff's Brain: Riffin’ with Raff, Rob Raffety sits down with longtime friend, creative collaborator, and multi-talented artist, Olivier Ballou. They discuss Olivier’s journey from a small mining town in northern Quebec to becoming a graphic novelist with a unique storytelling style. Olivier shares insights into his graphic novels, including Val d’Or, which chronicles the history and culture of his hometown through minimalist and striking visuals.The duo

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9:07

Raff's Brain #63: Hot Yoga Problems - Winter Woes and...

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2025/01/10

Episode Summary:In this froggy-voiced and frosty-weathered episode of Raff's Brain, we’re diving into the rollercoaster that is wintertime hot yoga. Rob reflects on his disrupted yoga practice, the legacy of 108 sun salutations on New Year’s Day, and the trials of keeping warm and motivated in snowy conditions. With wit and humor, he laments the logistical struggles of snowy streets, glitter-clad yoga companions, and lugging unnecessary gear to class. If you’ve been snowed in, feeling lazy, o...

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20:09

Raff's Brain #62: Riffin' with Raff feat. Grauben...

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2025/01/07

Episode Summary:Host Rob Raffety is joined by Grauben Lara for an inspiring discussion about their latest creative project—a video essay submission for the Foundation for Economic Education's Economic Marvels Video Essay Contest. The duo takes listeners behind the scenes of their submission, which tells the fascinating story of Kleenex, tracing its origins back to a World War I innovation.Rob and Grauben discuss the challenges of scripting, shooting, and editing with minimal resources, all wh...

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21:43

Raff's Brain #61: Hot Yoga Problems - 108 SUN...

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2025/01/06

Summary:It’s 2025, and Raff is diving headfirst into the new year with a fiery combo of 108 sun salutations and unexpected car drama. Join him as he recounts the highs and lows of tackling this sacred yoga tradition, the chaotic NASCAR-level race to pump air into his tires, and his pledge to crush any obstacles this year throws at him. Equal parts hilarious and reflective, this episode is a wild ride into yoga, winter car maintenance, and the resolve to power through anything.Episode Highligh...

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17:57

Raff's Brain #60: Riffin' with Raff feat. Juan Ayala,...

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2025/01/06

Episode Summary:Rob Raffety teams up with Juan Ayala for a thrilling creative journey into the world of horror storytelling. In this episode of Riffin' with Raff, Rob and Juan recount their serendipitous connection, their shared passion for screenwriting, and their recent collaboration on an entry for the Moving Picture Institute's Short Film Lab. From the dark allure of the "Red Room" to the challenges of crafting a compelling narrative, this episode dives deep into creativity, storytelling,...

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Raff's Brain #59: Hot Yoga Problems - OBX SPECIAL...

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2024/12/31

Episode SummaryAs the year wraps up, Rob dives into his third hot yoga session of the week at OBX Hot Yoga in the Outer Banks. Join him for a lively discussion about the essentials of a functional yoga studio, including his hot take on mat markers, premium space reservations, and revolutionary pricing models. From the quirks of yoga mat dimensions to bold ideas for a "Raff Plan" that blends commitment and compensation, this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and yoga-fueled reflections....

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24:14

Raff's Brain #58: Hot Yoga Problems - OBX SPECIAL...

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2024/12/29

Episode SummaryRaff’s bringing the heat—literally! Broadcasting from the sun-soaked Outer Banks (or the "Outer Bazanks" as he calls it), Raff dives into his adventures with hot yoga, back-to-back sessions, and the challenges of balancing intensity and relaxation. From ambitious 31-day yoga challenges to reflections on the miracle of flight, and even a broken ice machine, this episode is packed with humor, insight, and relatable struggles. Get ready for a sweaty, hilarious journey through the ...

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22:06

Raff's Brain #57: Hot Yoga Problems - OBX SPECIAL!

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2024/12/28

Episode Summary:In this episode of Hot Yoga Problems, Rob Raffety shares his hot yoga experiences while vacationing in the Outer Banks (OBX), North Carolina. Rob dives into the joys and quirks of maintaining his yoga practice away from home, reflecting on the differences between studios, local culture, and the universal challenges of hot yoga. From the intense heat of OBX Hot Yoga to musings about a 31-day yoga challenge, Rob blends humor, personal anecdotes, and deep reflections to keep you ...

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20:17

Raff's Brain #:56 Riffin' with Raff feat. Mallory...

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2024/12/27

🎙 Episode SummaryJoin Rob Raffety as he strolls through Knollwood, West Virginia, on Christmas Day with his favorite (and only youngest) niece, Mallory Moss. In this lively “Riffin’ with Raff” episode, the two dive into everything from Mallory’s movie theater job and New Year’s resolutions to the joys of cross-country running and the challenges of lacrosse. Packed with humor, advice, and a few side adventures (like an abundance of barking dogs), this episode offers a reflective yet

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12:06

Raff's Brain #55: Hot Yoga Problems - No DEAD WEEKS,...

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2024/12/24

Summary:The so-called "dead week" between Christmas and New Year’s isn’t dead at all—it’s alive with opportunities! Rob dives into the challenges of staying productive and maintaining a hot yoga routine during the holiday season when schedules get thrown out of whack. From pondering the quirks of 7:15am yoga classes to considering a 31-day hot yoga challenge in January, this episode is packed with reflections, humor, and motivational gems. Rob also teases exciting plans for 2025, including ex...

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7:40

Raff's Brain #54: Hot Yoga Problems - Side Crow,...

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2024/12/22

Episode Summary:This episode dives into the world of hot yoga with Raff as he untangles the twists—literally and figuratively—that define his practice. From struggling with poses like the Fallen Angel to pondering the perfect yoga soundtrack (Sweet Child of Mine in Child's Pose, anyone?), Raff keeps it relatable and light. He also reflects on the music of his Gen X era, the Cranberries' "Dreams," and a mysterious techno track he just has to identify. Whether you're a yogi, a music lover, or s...

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