Under the Microscope: Trolls, Saunas and Island Calm
Hey there, my lovely listeners and accidental audience members! Welcome aboard a special episode of the Moose on the Loose podcast. It’s your friendly neighbourhood social media enthusiast, Paul, taking the reins this time, but with a twist—I’m the one in the hot seat, and my sister Elaine’s playing host. Let’s dive into the delightful chaos that ensued, shall we?
Kicking things off, Elaine, in her infinite wisdom, decided it was high time I got a taste of my own medicine. Interviewed on my podcast? Well, why not! It’s a bit like being asked to cook in your own restaurant on your day off, but I was game. After all, who better to uncover the layers of my social media shenanigans than the sister who’s seen me at my most unfiltered?
We took a stroll down memory lane, reminiscing about our childhood adventures—from our less-than-holy attempts at playing mass (yes, Brennan’s bread was indeed the body of Christ in our house) to my fleeting consideration of joining the priesthood. Spoiler: the local school’s belt-wielding priests quickly squashed that idea.
Elaine, with her knack for steering conversations into uncharted waters, quizzed me about my career aspirations. Ah, the days of idolizing Pat Kenny and dreaming of the spotlight, only to find my calling in the unpredictable world of hospitality and social media. Who knew a mishap involving a Garth Brooks concert would catapult me into viral fame? Trolls, you have my thanks (and my sarcasm).
Our chat took a turn into the more personal as we discussed my tranquil life in Achill—my sanctuary from the madness of the online world. Sure, it’s not the bustling social scene one might dream of, but it’s where I’ve found peace, happiness, and the occasional internet connection to poke the bear that is social media.
The heart and soul of our talk, though, were my four-legged companions. Our family’s furry members have brought us endless joy, and the story of our beloved Renko touched a chord. Losing him was a reminder of the deep connections we forge with our pets, and yes, I’m the guy who’ll choose dog sitters as carefully as one might select a babysitter for a child.
Elaine couldn’t resist diving into my future plans, teasing out dreams and schemes, from skydiving aspirations to potential sauna expansions. But let’s be real—what’s on my bucket list today might be replaced by a new adventure tomorrow. That’s the beauty of living a life as unpredictable as the social media algorithms I’ve come to know all too well.
Wrapping up, we exchanged our virtual goodbyes with a promise of more shenanigans to come. It was an episode filled with laughter, a few tears, and the kind of sibling banter that could only come from years of shared experiences.
To all who’ve made it this far, thanks for sticking with us through this whirlwind episode. Whether you’re here by happy accident or genuine interest, I’m glad we could share these moments together. Here’s to many more episodes, adventures, and unexpected turns on this wild ride called life. Cheers!
WATCH NOW! Full episode available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GTXifMTruww
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Host: Paul Stenson
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Guest: Elaine Stenson
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Produced by White Moose Media in collaboration with Graco Studios
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