https://simplecast.com Once 900 miles apart, now fiancés behind one mic. *Sass On The Backroad* is where two small-town boys spill the tea on growing up gay in places that weren't ready. From drama and religion to love and laughter-nothing stays secret for long. © 2025 Sass On The Backroad. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or use of this podcast or its content is strictly prohibited without prior written permission from Sass On The Backroad. en Thu, 2 Apr 2026 03:00:00 +0000 Thu, 2 Apr 2026 03:00:11 +0000 https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/b5003163-c984-43f1-9d61-c87c74553687/f500a3e4-cef7-4401-a912-5242205fa411/3000x3000/c84d06fa-b3c7-4d24-b42d-6aba2b8bc768.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com episodic Once 900 miles apart, now fiancés behind one mic. *Sass On The Backroad* is where two small-town boys spill the tea on growing up gay in places that weren't ready. From drama and religion to love and laughter-nothing stays secret for long. Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer true https://feeds.simplecast.com/I0M0CzdM gay comedy, gay country, gay voices, sass on the backroad Jacob & Tyler Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com 7c657372-64ab-4edd-9259-fe65ca8aa21f Thu, 2 Apr 2026 03:00:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/surviving-the-chaos-UidoE5yt Surviving The Chaos Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn 00:46:36 From work drama and tough professional moments to the rollercoaster of house hunting, it feels like everything is happening all at once. In this episode, they break down the stress, the chaos, and what it’s really like trying to keep it all together when life won’t slow down. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stretched thin, or like life keeps piling on—this episode is for you. Sometimes you’re not thriving… you’re just surviving the chaos. From work drama and tough professional moments to the rollercoaster of house hunting, it feels like everything is happening all at once. In this episode, they break down the stress, the chaos, and what it’s really like trying to keep it all together when life won’t slow down. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stretched thin, or like life keeps piling on—this episode is for you. Sometimes you’re not thriving… you’re just surviving the chaos. gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay improv, gay comedy true full 14 c4931918-deca-4f83-aceb-da403a95c285 Sun, 8 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/running-on-empty-UfaoWDwF Running On Empty Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn 00:33:28 Burnout is something many of us experience, but not enough people talk about it. The constant pressure, expectations, and stress can slowly build until you feel like you’re running on empty. In this episode of Sass on the Backroad, Tyler talks about burnout, the reality of mental exhaustion, and how people and workplace stress can push anyone to their limit. If you’ve ever felt drained, overwhelmed, or like you’re carrying more than you should, this conversation is for you. Burnout is something many of us experience, but not enough people talk about it. The constant pressure, expectations, and stress can slowly build until you feel like you’re running on empty. In this episode of Sass on the Backroad, Tyler talks about burnout, the reality of mental exhaustion, and how people and workplace stress can push anyone to their limit. If you’ve ever felt drained, overwhelmed, or like you’re carrying more than you should, this conversation is for you. podcast, gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay improv, gay comedy, gay podcast true full 13 45acc9d2-3b99-487b-a95f-d930fe53f962 Tue, 3 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/smiling-in-my-face-8nc2I8Jq Smiling In My Face Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn 00:25:59 Leadership isn’t just about numbers and promotions — it’s about pressure. In this episode, Tyler opens up about what happens when accountability is mistaken for attack, when emotions escalate publicly, and when your integrity gets questioned. After nearly a year in leadership, he shares the lessons he’s learned about staying calm under pressure, documenting everything, and leading consistently — even when others don’t agree with your authority. This one is raw, reflective, and real. Because sometimes the loudest response to chaos… is quiet integrity. And of course, we end with some wild Reddit workplace drama — because apparently this isn’t just happening to Leadership isn’t just about numbers and promotions — it’s about pressure. In this episode, Tyler opens up about what happens when accountability is mistaken for attack, when emotions escalate publicly, and when your integrity gets questioned. After nearly a year in leadership, he shares the lessons he’s learned about staying calm under pressure, documenting everything, and leading consistently — even when others don’t agree with your authority. This one is raw, reflective, and real. Because sometimes the loudest response to chaos… is quiet integrity. And of course, we end with some wild Reddit workplace drama — because apparently this isn’t just happening to gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay improv, gay comedy true full 12 dd32c08c-d793-4cfb-a265-3692b23abfd9 Sun, 1 Feb 2026 16:30:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/welcome-to-dalaska-FJsdHDOd Welcome To Dalaska Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer 00:34:48 Texas turned into Dalaska and chaos followed. ❄️🥶 With snow on the ground and ice in the streets, everyone’s stuck inside… which means Reddit confessions are about to get real. From messy stories to jaw-dropping admissions, this episode proves it may be cold outside—but the confessions are HOT. 🔥 Texas turned into Dalaska and chaos followed. ❄️🥶 With snow on the ground and ice in the streets, everyone’s stuck inside… which means Reddit confessions are about to get real. From messy stories to jaw-dropping admissions, this episode proves it may be cold outside—but the confessions are HOT. 🔥 gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay improv, gay comedy true full 11 1097e484-2c2f-4075-b6e6-fe5e361069c8 Sat, 17 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/the-dive-into-reddit-dLxJ2C8p The Dive Into Reddit Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer 00:50:35 In this episode, we take a deep dive into Reddit and uncover some anonymous confessions that people probably never expected to be read out loud. From workplace drama to jaw-dropping stories that escalated fast, we react in real time to posts that had us shocked, laughing, and asking “why would you admit this online?” No filters. No names. Just Reddit doing what Reddit does best. 🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself… should these have stayed anonymous? In this episode, we take a deep dive into Reddit and uncover some anonymous confessions that people probably never expected to be read out loud. From workplace drama to jaw-dropping stories that escalated fast, we react in real time to posts that had us shocked, laughing, and asking “why would you admit this online?” No filters. No names. Just Reddit doing what Reddit does best. 🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself… should these have stayed anonymous? gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay improv, gay comedy true full 10 f01db2c4-7dff-4965-b81e-07ad282a64ce Sat, 13 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/married-to-a-narcissist-PHFxvSBn Married To A Narcissist Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer 00:49:15 This week on Sass on the Backroad, we’re getting real about what it’s like being married to a narcissist. From manipulation and gaslighting to emotional exhaustion and red flags we ignored, we break down the signs, the impact, and what we wish we knew sooner. If you’ve ever questioned your reality in a relationship… this one’s for you. This week on Sass on the Backroad, we’re getting real about what it’s like being married to a narcissist. From manipulation and gaslighting to emotional exhaustion and red flags we ignored, we break down the signs, the impact, and what we wish we knew sooner. If you’ve ever questioned your reality in a relationship… this one’s for you. gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay improv, gay comedy true full 9 3129db5b-18d7-48fc-9f8d-591a67eac83c Sat, 6 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/men-101-KJBl0em6 Men 101 Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer 00:51:31 This week’s episode is “Men 101” — your crash course on understanding gay men. We’re breaking down dating, friendships, emotions, stereotypes, and everything in between… with plenty of laughs and a little bit of tea. 🎙️✨ This week’s episode is “Men 101” — your crash course on understanding gay men. We’re breaking down dating, friendships, emotions, stereotypes, and everything in between… with plenty of laughs and a little bit of tea. 🎙️✨ gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay improv, gay comedy true full 8 e9a5ffb4-0e7b-4639-933b-98608fbfab23 Sat, 22 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/did-you-really-just-ask-me-that-1mboNEuv Did You Really Just Ask Me That? Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer 00:45:12 Join Tyler and Jacob as they spill the tea on the wild, awkward, hilarious, and straight-up confusing questions people STILL ask them as a gay couple. From ‘Who’s the girl?’ to ‘When did you decide?’ — we’re breaking down why these questions need to retire IMMEDIATELY. Get ready for laughs, side-eye, and the sassiest episode yet. Join Tyler and Jacob as they spill the tea on the wild, awkward, hilarious, and straight-up confusing questions people STILL ask them as a gay couple. From ‘Who’s the girl?’ to ‘When did you decide?’ — we’re breaking down why these questions need to retire IMMEDIATELY. Get ready for laughs, side-eye, and the sassiest episode yet. gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay comedy true full 7 ec80dcf8-b9ca-482d-ae7a-7550ea39168c Sat, 15 Nov 2025 21:00:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/jacobs-coming-out-j8JQ8nhb Jacob's Coming Out Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn 00:31:06 In this episode, Jacob opens up about the moments that led him to finally live his truth. From early signs to the fears, the laughs, and the turning point that changed everything, Jacob shares his journey with honesty and heart. A real, raw, and relatable look at what coming out can feel like. In this episode, Jacob opens up about the moments that led him to finally live his truth. From early signs to the fears, the laughs, and the turning point that changed everything, Jacob shares his journey with honesty and heart. A real, raw, and relatable look at what coming out can feel like. gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay comedy true full 6 2ed46f1f-54fa-43af-997a-60c6ce2ca75f Sat, 8 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/tylers-coming-out-xoquioua Tylers Coming Out Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn 00:51:08 In this deeply personal and unfiltered episode, Tyler opens up about his journey to self-acceptance and the moment he finally decided to live his truth. From the fears that kept him quiet for years to the hilarious, awkward, and heartwarming moments that came with coming out, this episode dives into what it really means to find freedom in authenticity. Expect laughter, a few tears, and plenty of “only Tyler” stories as he reflects on the people, places, and moments that shaped his path to pride. Because sometimes, the hardest person to come out to is yourself. In this deeply personal and unfiltered episode, Tyler opens up about his journey to self-acceptance and the moment he finally decided to live his truth. From the fears that kept him quiet for years to the hilarious, awkward, and heartwarming moments that came with coming out, this episode dives into what it really means to find freedom in authenticity. Expect laughter, a few tears, and plenty of “only Tyler” stories as he reflects on the people, places, and moments that shaped his path to pride. Because sometimes, the hardest person to come out to is yourself. gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay comedy true full 5 589f75fd-eae2-466e-8706-15ad31c5a775 Sat, 1 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/gay-ish-Ij_CrsMW Gay-ish Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer 00:56:18 Before coming out, there’s a storm of emotions — fear, confusion, denial, and the constant act of pretending. This episode dives into the quiet battles fought in silence: hiding who you are, the pressure to fit in, and the fear of losing love or acceptance. It’s a raw look at the moments before the truth, when being yourself feels like both the dream and the danger. Before coming out, there’s a storm of emotions — fear, confusion, denial, and the constant act of pretending. This episode dives into the quiet battles fought in silence: hiding who you are, the pressure to fit in, and the fear of losing love or acceptance. It’s a raw look at the moments before the truth, when being yourself feels like both the dream and the danger. gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay comedy true full 4 796b5a5d-e21c-4f94-8b86-c286fa19aaa5 Sat, 25 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/experimenting-b7H5hKHf Experimenting Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn 00:49:52 Sometimes you have to try things just to see what happens. In this episode, we’re talking about the choices that made us laugh, cringe, and learn who we really are. Sometimes you have to try things just to see what happens. In this episode, we’re talking about the choices that made us laugh, cringe, and learn who we really are. gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay comedy true full 3 9bce3cfc-2e14-4cb2-93be-fdccbc88a41c Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/closet-years-_M9C2rW9 Closet Years Jacob Bauer, Tyler Conn 00:57:24 This episode we take a dive into the closet years. We talk about the struggles and the changes in life. This episode we take a dive into the closet years. We talk about the struggles and the changes in life. gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay comedy true full 2 bd8b137d-0517-4a5e-a548-e11201a6d08d Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Sassonthebackroad@gmail.com (Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer) https://sass-on-the-backroad.simplecast.com/episodes/where-it-all-began-1McwqeMr Where It All Began Tyler Conn, Jacob Bauer 00:43:51 This episode talks about where it all began. Where we talk about when we first realized we were different. We also take a dive into who we are and what this podcast is about. This episode talks about where it all began. Where we talk about when we first realized we were different. We also take a dive into who we are and what this podcast is about. gay voices, sass on the backroad, gay country, gay comedy true full 1