-"They don't think you're food. They think you're a weird sea creature they haven't seen before."

-"My wife prefers Only Wanna Be With You over the farting noises."

-"Oh sorry for the misunderstanding. We'll give you your arm back."

Hootie & the Blowfish drummer Jim Sonefeld joins us as our first ever repeat guest! Soni (SO-NEE), as his friends call him and of course we're best friends now, talks about his book, touring, addiction, faith, Tiger Woods' wedding (WHAT?!?!) and of course Oprah. And more! Also Michelle swims with sharks, Ryan shows weaknesses of ChatpGPT and Jeremy still can't do the intro without laughing. What else is new....Also this episode is a little longer than normal, but it's Hootie. You're lucky it's not longer.

Be sure to follow Soni on Facebook, Instagram and go buy his book "Swimming with the Blowfish: Hootie, Healing and One Hell of a Ride." It's great! You can find it wherever you buy your books and on www.jimsonefeld.com. 

Hit subscribe and share it with a friend (or an enemy!)

For more info on Jeremy, Ryan and Michelle check out https://www.thejeremybaumann.com/podcast

-Blink if you don't feel safe on this podcast.

-I wore the ‘please be patient I’m a trainee' badge for about 2 years.

-I have Hootie & the Blowfish, you have Fareway and Yosh has Japan.

Ryan fangirls over Fareway, Michelle shares her Christmas card strategy, Jeremy has trouble with words and Reynolds cracks us up. None of those things are surprising. And be sure to hit up Fareway every Wednesday to get a chicken for $5! $5!!

For more info on Jeremy, Ryan and Michelle check out https://www.thejeremybaumann.com/podcast.

Things you might hear on the podcast:

-If I remember right there were pieces of corn in the ice cream that made it uncomfortable.

-We love doing number 2 with you.

-Glad she can’t hear you talk about how ugly she is.

For more info on Jeremy, Ryan and Michelle check out https://www.thejeremybaumann.com/podcast.

-This is Lady Deathstrike. She’s here to strike fear into your hearts.

-Aquaman, Superman and Baumann. That’s what Norwalk is famous for.

-She sounds like everyone I’ve been fired by.

I’m so glad you decided to join us for Big Shots 2.0! We hope you enjoy listening to our new episode and co-host and that you laugh as much as we did. Be warned - there’s lots of Office talk on this one! Also a little too much cat talk. You can blame the newbie. 

For more info on Jeremy, Ryan and Michelle check out https://www.thejeremybaumann.com/podcast. 

-Our brains are more than half stupid.

-What a true public servant, but boy was that a category 5 mistake.

-I have not lived in a hairball. I have orbited hairballs.

Last time Jeremy had some audio challenges and this time was Ryan’s turn. So bear with us please. Pete drops some major truth & thought bombs and Jeremy & Ryan both share some important life updates. One might be more exciting than the other, but we won’t tell you which one. And of course we have some fun so don’t miss the pop quiz! 

For more information on LifePlans, check out https://www.thejeremybaumann.com/lifeplan. For more info on Jeremy and Ryan check out https://www.thejeremybaumann.com/podcast.  And for more info on Ryan’s video production check out @dsmactionedits on Instagram. We’d give you a link to Pete’s socials but he doesn’t really do that, though you can learn more about Paterson at https://patersoncenter.com/.

-Either I look like a weirdo or I'm right and hopefully the latter.

-Isn't Haliburton a TikTok sound?

-Oprah was on the fence but she's been overplayed.

Also, Emma & Kaylee join us for an inspiring conversation about life, death, faith and what the Haliburton! Plus we laugh. A LOT. But seriously, these young ladies who Jeremy met randomly on an airplane will encourage you more than you can imagine. Disclaimer: failure to maintain the proper amount of Kleenexes may result in an extraordinary amount of snot & tears. And no, we did not pay them to laugh at all of our dumb jokes.....as far as you know....PS - sorry about Jeremy's audio the first 15 minutes or so. It took him that long to realize he was using his ear buds as a mic rather than an actual microphone. Forgive him, for he (clearly) knows not what he does. PPS - yes we know Alyssa is still in the picture. Jeremy's just too lazy to change it till we have a new co-host.

For more info on Jeremy and Ryan check out https://www.thejeremybaumann.com/podcast. 

-My dream job is to be a mascot.

-The costume smelled like urine and sweat.

-It's Jeremy's dad. He's in the lobby. 

Also, Ryan shares some sweet stories about his nieces, Jeremy talks about his experience fasting, and Alyssa shares some important news. Be sure to pay attention near the end. I SAID PAY ATTENTION!

For more info on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out https://www.thejeremybaumann.com/podcast. 

-I'm pretty sure I faked-joined the Knights of Columbus like seven times. 

-Do you think there were bats on the arc?

-I don't like the size of your eyes right now.

Also, Alyssa shares some SUPER awesome news, Ryan leads us through a deep theological conversation and sermon, and Batman....I mean, Jeremy experiences an awful surprise. 

You can learn more about Forge at https://myforge.org/.

For more info on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out https://www.thejeremybaumann.com/podcast. 

"Potlucks are always sketchy."

"When people say stop i don’t know if I should collaborate and listen."

"The soggier the better."

"It can be lemon ice cream, it can be lemon cupcake, it can be lemon anything."

Alyssa does her best Simon Estes imitation, Ryan shares his heart (awww Ryan) and we ALMOST managed to get through an episode without Jeremy talking about Hootie.

Be sure to check out his music, which you get a preview of on this episode with the instrumental version of "Wait" from his album "Nobody's Perfect." And  if you're looking for a new Spotify Playlist, Derek shared his with us: "POV you love rap but don’t like getting shot at."

For more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.thejeremybaumann.com. 

-You’ll be going to yoga whenever you want, eating lemon desserts.

-You can’t eat the house if you’ve hot-glued it together.

-Lots of feet and ice cream put together.

Also, Jeremy airs his grievances too early for Festivus (if you’re not a Seinfeld fan just keep moving), Ryan talks about how his mom wraps his Christmas presents for him while he eats her food, and Alyssa dares us to find her a Christmas song she doesn’t like. Feel free to send her your suggestions!

And for more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast.

-What turkey is as moist as ham? If there is, there's something wrong with it. 

-Don’t hold out for that cha cha slide part 2. I’ve been waiting 20 years+ for that.

-Which jock jams song are we doing for Christmas Eve at Hope?

Ryan talks yoga sweat, Alyssa dreams of cloning and Jeremy shares his extreme disgust about feet. And more. Thank God.

Also be sure to check out our segments "I wish...," "Bible Booyah" and "My favorite..."

And for more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast

-My dad doesn't make kids pee their pants. He's dead.

-It's like if you saw Home Sweet Cone but you say Home Sweat Cone. It's not the same thing. Two totally different business models. 

-Then Darius Rucker hands Jeremy a donut. 

The train went off the tracks way too early on this one, as we spent a stupid amount of time talking about how to pronounce words. We also talk morning routines, our favorite podcasts (aside from this one, of course) and don't forget our segments, "I wish...," "Bible booyah," and " My favorite..." 

And would someone please tell Jeremy to  get over the West Des Moines stoplights?

And for more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast

-Speaking of Jesus, I recently saw Hootie & the Blowfish.

-This podcast is ridiculous.

-Nowadays they make chicken out of not chicken. 

If you know us then that surprises none of you. 

Alyssa shares her love for the Olympics, Ryan shares his disdain for the Olympics and Jeremy talks about his recent trip to see Hootie & the Blowfish (shocker). 

Also be sure to check out our segments "I wish...," "Bible Booyah" and "My favorite..."

And for more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast

Other things you might (ok, actually WILL) hear on the podcast...

"Sounds like I’m doggin’ on Branson. I’m not doggin’ on Branson."

"It would be Lutheran Church of Hope I get to see some magic"

"The Pierce’s bladder is so close to your tear ducts, that’s why we cry so much."

"For the most important test you’re ever gonna take in your life, why wouldn’t you study for it?"

You can probably guess the most insightful comment above didn't come from Ryan, Alyssa, or Jeremy.

Also Ryan talks about getting a paddle board lesson from manatees, Alyssa exposes her lack of visits to ISU (come on, Alyssa!), and Jeremy starts taking yoga. And Pierce's Pouch makes a (not so) glorious return!

For more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast. 

Other things you might (ok, actually WILL) hear on the podcast...

"You’ve left your mark; one might say, your stain."

"It’s like you’re eating a fruity cloud."

"I think a lot of the ills in society can be resolved with a little empathy and a little grace."

You can probably guess which one came from Craig.

Also, Alyssa  shares some nutritional secrets and Jeremy somehow resists the temptation to joke about his dead dad. Aren't you proud?

For more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast. 

"For a number of years I thought lemon desserts were for old people. Turns out I'm a big, big fan."

"We'll give you $45 an hour in hugs."

"I went to the bathroom and everything changed."

Ryan talks about going to the bathroom (right?), Alyssa shares about her newly found love (here's a hint: it involves lemons) and Jeremy talks about Milli Vanilli (not really sure why though). 

We also have segments again!  "I wish...", "the Bible verse I've been jamming on is..." and "my favorite...."

For more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast. 

"I would like for Frosted Mini Wheats to not get soggy after 10 seconds. I wish that they made them differently so they could not taste like crap after 6 bites."

"Here’s what I wish. Bottom golf. Where you’re at the bottom of a big quarry and you have to be able to hit it out of the quarry."

"I'm gonna be the first council person to have 2 running mates."

Ryan shares his dream of a breakfast restaurant that's open at night (original, huh?), Alyssa shares her favorite coffee creamer flavor (slow news day), and Jeremy goes off about some area stoplights (first world problems). 

We also have segments again! "I wish...," "the Bible verse I've been jamming on is...," and "my favorite....."

For more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast. 

“God is everywhere - you don’t have to pull him out of a pouch.”

“Where there are 2 or more celebrities he (God) is there.”

“I don’t talk to my dad. Cause he’s dead. Super dead.”

She's alive!! Alyssa made it back from Serialkillerville, Iowa unscathed! Or at least an AI version of her did. We're not totally sure which. Our segment Pierce's pouch makes a comeback, albeit brief. And Jeremy talks about being a dad of a college kid, which doesn't seem possible given his maturity level. 

Most importantly our guest, Eric Brooker joins us to talk about (among other things) his recent book release, You are Enough: Overcoming Lifelong Doubts of Worthiness. It's an incredible read that I HIGHLY recommend, as he shares some crazy personal stories that are sure to impact you in an awesome way. Be sure to check out his podcast Counsel Culture and catch him at one of his speaking gigs! It really doesn't even matter what he's speaking about because he loves Darius Rucker. That's all you need to know.

You can learn more about Eric at https://www.ericbrooker.com/. 

And for more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast. 

-If we release this and you get murdered we’re gonna look really dumb. 

-Your poop cycles are synced. 

-I wish there was a really not weird way to be friends with Caitlin Clark. 

If you know us then that surprises none of you. 

Alyssa talks about her girls trip to middle of nowhere Iowa (what could possibly happen?), Ryan talks about pouch (you just have to listen) and Jeremy talks LifePlans. And other than that, we have SEGMENTS!  You'll have to listen to find out what they are though.

And for more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast. 

And Jenn is....incredible. A true gem to have on the pod. She shares some amazing relationship advice, talks about her book All Things Lovely, songwriting, Bethel Music and what it's like being married to the singer from AC/DC. Or maybe that's a different Brian Johnson? We never got around to talking about Hootie but if I know anything about Jenn it's that her taste in music is impeccable and I'm quite confident that Hootie is her favorite band. 

Lastly, if prayer is your thing then be sure to listen to the end of Jenn's conversation. Pretty special.

For more information on Jenn + Bethel Music visit https://bethelmusic.com/roster/jenn-johnson

And for more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast. 

Ryan takes the plunge and shares, or rather Pastor Mike shares Ryan's story about flushing his cynicism away and how he found God while sitting on a toilet and had his sins wiped away. LOTS of puns intended. Alyssa  talks about the tug between work and home and Jeremy's audio kinda sucks. He's sorry. 

And our guest Pastor Mike is phenomenal as always. Other than disappointing Jeremy in his responses regarding Hootie he still brings fire while talking about Hope, his faith, MJ vs Lebron and more, and is kind enough to oblige Jeremy in a hilarious (at least we thought so) game that you don't want to miss. 

For more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast. 

And for more information on Lutheran Church of Hope check out www.lutheranchurchofhope.org. 

And while we love our guest McKenna Haase, it started off on a sour note for Jeremy when he asked her what her favorite Hootie & the Blowfish song is and she responded with "I don't know what that is." Other than Hootie, 25 year old McKenna talks about her incredible racing experiences, what it was like to be on American Ninja Warrior (twice!), training with NFL players and more! 

For more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast. 

For more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast.

More importantly Jon talks about his experiences in music, the Atlanta airport, creating an amazing video for his hit song "Hard Out Here" and much more.

Intro & outro song is "Fun", by Jon Mero and can be found wherever you find your music.

For more information on Jeremy, Ryan and Alyssa check out www.the2911group.com/podcast. 

Intro & outro song is "Not Waiting on Sunday" from Jim Sonefeld's EP "Love", available wherever you stream your music!

Visit www.the2911group.com/podcast for more info.

Visit www.the2911group.com/podcast for more info.