x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Story Time at the Roo Bus

The Real Roo Bus

Story Time at the Roo Bus Podcast: Behind the Scenes of Music Festivals | Supporting the TOTEM FoundationWelcome to Story Time at the Roo Bus, a weekly podcast dedicated to the vibrant music festival community. Join us as we dive deep into everything from Bonnaroo to other iconic music festivals, featuring exclusive interviews and in-depth conversations with the people who bring Earth"s greatest parties to life. We share inspiring festival stories, behind-the-scenes insights, and the latest music

music music commentary

All Episodes

58:32

204 - What Happened and What's Next

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/06/20

Alright, Bonnaroo. Let's really dive in on everything that's occurred this last week. We want you to know that you are heard, your feelings are valid, and we know it sucks. Sharla and Daniel did a lot of homework in putting this together and wanted to let you know what we know, what we're hearing, and how we move forward. Times are tough, but we truly believe that better days and more Bonnaroo is ahead. Now more than ever, get out there radiate positivity. Support the ...

en-us

24:31

Emergency Episode: Live from the muddy Farm

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/06/14

You already know the deal. Let’s sit at camp and talk it out. ❤️ Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals through music communities. Donate below, or support TOTEM monthly by becoming a Patreon of the show. 💜 TOTEM Foundation: https://www.totemfnd.org 💜 Donate: https://givebutter.com/RaiseTheTOTEM 💜 Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/roobus _____________________...

en-us

16:04

Bonus Episode: Ready to Roo with Brooklin and Lacey

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/06/10

We've got some last minute updates, but mainly it's silly season with Brooklin and Lacey! We'll go through a few details on the delayed entry and what all we have going on in both Outeroo and Centeroo, but just be prepared for things to get really out of control with the ladies as we get ready to get back to the greatest party on the planet. Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved i...

en-us

55:03

203 - The Code with Roovian of the Year Chloe

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/06/03

We are ONE WEEK away from the greatest party on the planet. To get us ready, we're joined this week by an actual queen, Chloe! Well, maybe she isn't really part of any royal lineage we know, but she is Roo Royalty as last year's Roovian of the Year. She's here to walk through THE CODE with us, an absolute must-know before we get back to the Farm. Sharla and Daniel also have a lot to go through with TOTEM events, and also less importantly but still amazing, the new neig...

en-us

34:30

202 - Planet Roo & Our Schedules

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/05/27

Can you believe it? We're just two weeks out from the best one of the year! With things so close, we're taking a look at all kinds of schedules. Our schedule for Planet Roo, all of the podcasts for a purpose, and then of course Sharla and Daniel's theoretical schedules for what acts we'll be seeing all of Bonnaroo. Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals thro...

en-us

42:11

201 - News Wrapup and Packing Tips

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/05/19

Bonnaroo 2025 Update: Map Release, Travel Tips, Packaging Issues & Countdown to the Farm! This week, Sharla, Shaina, and Daniel are joining you from three different locations to bring the latest updates as we count down to the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival 2025 - now less than a month away! In this episode, we dive into everything you need to know to get ready for the Farm. We’re covering major topics like the official Bonnaroo 2025 map release, current packaging and ticket shipping is...

en-us

132:38

The 200th Episode Roofus Sized Special

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/05/13

Celebrating 5 Years of the Podcast – Special Anniversary Episode! We’ve hit a major milestone — five incredible years of the podcast — and we’re celebrating with a jam-packed, double-length episode just for you! In this special anniversary edition, Sharla and Daniel reflect on the early days of the podcast, share some behind-the-scenes stories from over the years, and look ahead to what’s next for the show. Here’s what you’ll hear in this extra-special episode: A heartfelt audio postcard from...

en-us

46:37

199 - Marvelous Marv from Frick Frack

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/05/06

After being requested by so many for so many years, Frick Frack is coming to the Farm! Mitchell and Daniel sit down with their founder, owner and head pit boss Marvelous Marv, who has a ton of amazing stories to share. And of course we have tons of Mitchell and his tales to go with this week too! Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals through music communities. Do...

en-us

53:42

198 - Peter Anspach of Goose

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/04/29

Goose has quickly become one of the hottest touring jam bands today, and we're so lucky to have Peter Anspach from the band on this week to talk about their brand new album and their upcoming show at Bonnaroo 2025! We'll hear a ton of his stories, going from playing a renegade set on the Farm in 2016, to recently headlining Radio City Music Hall. We'll also talk about our recent trip to the Las Vegas to see Dead & Company at the Sphere, plus exciting TOTEM project announceme...

en-us

51:08

197 - Roo Season Approaching with Brad and Cory from...

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/04/21

Bonnaroo is the greatest party on Earth, and we've got the guys that plan and organize it to talk about it this week! With a sellout inevitably coming soon, we've got Brad Parker and Cory Smith from the Roo staff on to talk about everything coming to The Farm this year. The guys have tea on things from the Infinity Stage, Where in the Woods, entrance traffic, plaza improvements, and much more. Give them a high five or a hug when you see them, they've been working hard to make Bonn...

en-us

18:14

Bonus Episode - Schedule Reaction Live From The Camp

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/04/16

Sharla and Daniel are live from The Camp just across the street from The Orion in Huntsville to talk all about schedule conflicts, big shows, and even big announcements! Follow along with us as we plan out our Roo and also wait on dinner! Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals through music communities. Donate below, or support TOTEM monthly by becoming a Patreon of the...

en-us

48:09

196 - Who Stage Artist Crumbsnatchers with Special...

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/04/14

The Who Stage lineup was recently released, and we have Sam “Guetts” Guetterman from Crumbsnatchers on to talk about their Thursday show! Guetts and the band are absolutely no stranger to Roo, with him having had just about every role you could be in over the years. Sharla and Daniel are also joined this week by our very special guest host, our eleven year old niece Lacey! She's proven that she's ready, and she's going to her first Roo this year. We talk about when to ...

en-us

48:22

Special Episode - Announcing the Wednesday Lineup...

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/04/09

The Wednesday lineup is out! Matty and Andrew are here to talk about all of their hard work in putting everything together, and we're also thrilled to be joined by one of our headliners, Future Joy! You saw them announced on the Hulaween lineup recently, and we're beyond stoked to have them play for us at Bonnaroo as well. We also dig into the rest of the Wednesday lineup, which includes Jason from Cherub (because of course it does), viral sensation Ari@Home, and many, many more!...

en-us

38:24

195 - Nick and Chris from Crowd Compass

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/04/08

Welcome to part one of two double headers this week! While we are waiting to release the lineup for Wednesday of Bonnaroo here on the podcast this week, we have Nick and Chris from the quickly growing and increasingly popular Crowd Compass tool! This new tech allows you to find your friends and other points of interest at places like Roo, and we're excited to work with them this coming June. Sharla and Daniel also talk a bit about the recently released Who Stage lineup, whi...

en-us

43:28

194 - Party at The House of Yes with Adam

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/04/01

Discover the Best of Bonnaroo: The House of Yes & Exclusive News for Roo 2025! Get ready for the ultimate Bonnaroo experience with The House of Yes! Arguably the best plaza show at Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, the House of Yes has everything! Skyler and Daniel are beyond excited to welcome Adam Dishian from the iconic House of Yes crew to the show this week. As the mastermind behind their unforgettable entertainment, Adam has some exclusive Bonnaroo news that you won’t want to miss! ...

en-us

70:27

193 - Roo Lore with Bryan Stone of the What Podcast

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/03/18

We borrowed Bryan from the What Podcast this week, and Taco says we can keep him. We wanted to talk about some of the early days of Roo, and Bryan is one of the best guys to talk with since he's been to every single Bonnaroo! Sharla and Daniel also talk a little bit about House of Yes and have a few weekly picks too. Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the Roo Bus support The TOTEM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved individuals through ...

en-us

38:11

192 - Story Time with Jae!

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/03/12

This week, we’ve got another exciting podcast takeover! Our good friend and fellow Alabamian, Jae, is stepping in to share her top Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival highlights. From unforgettable performances to incredible stories from the Farm, Jae dives into what makes Bonnaroo so special. If you were lucky enough to spot her iconic totem last year, you know exactly what we're talking about — a tribute to the Bama legend himself, James Spann. Tune in and join the conversation and always resp...

en-us

59:39

191 - Talking Goose With Kara!

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/03/04

Get ready for an exciting week as Kara, the Mayor of Goose Town, joins us to discuss all things Goose, Phish, and the world of jam bands! Joining us from NYC, Kara shares her expert insights on Goose, the jam band scene, and an artist you may not realize is playing Bonnaroo in 2025. Plus, Sharla and Daniel dive into the 100-day countdown to Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, offering tips on what to expect, and which bands could be a perfect fit for future Bonnaroo residencies. Tune in for the...

en-us

73:19

190 - Mitchell's Latin Funk Love Song

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/02/24

By popular demand, our good friend and Atlanta's favorite son, Mitchell, is hosting the show this week! Known for his unique poetry, vibrant festival energy and much more, we’re excited to have him on to share his Bonnaroo top picks and stories. This week, Shaina also joins, and we're all in for a wild ride filled with the humor and surprises only Mitchell can deliver! Don’t miss this unforgettable episode, packed with all the vibes and tales from Mitchell’s adventures. Support the show Proce...

en-us

58:27

189 - Late Nights in the Middle of NYC

Story Time at the Roo Bus ·

2025/02/20

Before the late-night Bonnaroo vibes of June, we're spending an unforgettable evening in New York City with some familiar faces you know and love! Sharla and Daniel just returned from the city and are sharing live clips from our TOTEM event, featuring conversations with friends and more exciting moments. In this episode, we dive into the newly announced Bonnaroo Late Night acts, offering insights on what to expect. We also discuss which acts might realistically land as sub-headliners, so you ...

en-us

269 results

Similar Podcasts

Pasquale Maassen Soundcloud

Pasquale Maassen

Marian Klose

Marian Klose

sevenism

sevenism

Dean Delray"s LET THERE BE TALK

Cactus Radio Network

Word In Your Ear

Mark Ellen, David Hepworth and Alex Gold