Out of the Rut

By Certifiably Hype

Have you ever felt stuck? Have you lost your direction? Have you ever felt caught in a rut? Well, Out of the Rut has you covered!

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The podcast currently has 39 episodes available.

Out of the Rut episodes:

July 21, 2026 Excavating the Past with Allan the Archaeologist
This week on Out of the Rut - Ron and X have Allan in the studio to discuss his experience in the world of Archaeology. From maneuvering through Academia and dealing with international governments to discovering Ancient Shrines, Allan has seen it all! Allan takes Ron and X through his physical discoveries, his personal epiphanies, and all the ruts along the way! So grab your magnifying glass, pull out your Rosetta Stone, and get ready to excavate the past with Allan!
Allan's Contact:
Insta: @allanmaca.archaeologist
Contact:
Email: [email protected]
Insta: @outoftherutpodcast
FB: Out of the Rut
YouTube link: https://youtube.com/@outoftherutpodcast?si=sDDzKJjFYM3SR_oM
Story Submission Subreddit: r/outoftherutpodcast
Theme Song: No Money! by Travie Austin & Mr.StarBeast (Available on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music)
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1h 43min
July 07, 2026 The Pitch Hit Journey with Dario and Raul
X is back again with Raul the Rocker, but this time he's brought a friend! Dario joins them this week to talk about Pitch Hit. Pitch Hit was an American Idol style music competition hosted in Wriglyville at a sports bar called Home Away from Home. This competition took place over 12-weeks during one of the hardest times to the year to be outside in Chicago. WINTER! Raul - who would go onto win the event - and Dario recap what the journey was like as the creator and a performer, the music skill it takes to play in a live-band music competition, and all the Ruts that led them there. So grab your lucky mic, dress to impress, and get your score cards ready while X, Dario, and Raul discuss what it takes to launch a Sing Competition.
Guest Contact:
Insta: @pianomandario / @treble_hands
Website: darioradio.com
Home Away From Home
Insta: @homeawayfromhomewrigleyville
Website: homeawaysportsbar.com
Contact:
Email: [email protected]
Insta: @outoftherutpodcast
FB: Out of the Rut
YouTube link: https://youtube.com/@outoftherutpodcast?si=sDDzKJjFYM3SR_oM
Story Submission Subreddit: r/outoftherutpodcast
Theme Song: No Money! by Travie Austin & Mr.StarBeast (Available on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music)
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1h 43min
June 30, 2026 Raul the Rocker from Steator, IL
Out of the Rut is BACK!! This week X sits down with Raul. Raul is a musician based out of Streator, IL (NOT Streeterville) and him and X discuss coming up in music while being from a small town, the fumbles that led to introspection and personal growth, and those that have inspired him along the way. So, tune your guitars, plug in your amps, and crank the volume up to 11 while X and Raul take you down to Steator, IL to hear some sweet melodies.
Raul's Handles:
Insta: @treble_hands
Contact:
Email: [email protected]
Insta: @outoftherutpodcast
FB: Out of the Rut
YouTube link: https://youtube.com/@outoftherutpodcast?si=sDDzKJjFYM3SR_oM
Story Submission Subreddit: r/outoftherutpodcast
Theme Song: No Money! by Travie Austin & Mr.StarBeast (Available on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music)
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1h 2min
May 19, 2026 Making Patients feel Important with Dr.Julie
On this Episode of OOTR, X hangs out with Dr.Julie. Julie is an Endocrinologist in the Chicagoland area and discusses who inspired her to become a doctor, the struggles of coming up in the medical field, and how adapting the way we mentor the next generation might lead to more retention in the field. So grab your pathology reports, get an IV drip going, and sit back while Julie walks us through her experience in medicine.
Contact:
Email: [email protected]
Insta: @outoftherutpodcast
FB: Out of the Rut
YouTube link: https://youtube.com/@outoftherutpodcast?si=sDDzKJjFYM3SR_oM
Story Submission Subreddit: r/outoftherutpodcast
Theme Song: No Money! by Travie Austin & Mr.StarBeast (Available on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music)
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1h 6min
May 12, 2026 Rocking out with Otter of DOWNSTAIRS the Band
This week on Out of the Rut - X sits down with Otter of DOWNSTAIRS (The Band). Otter dives into her origin story, From being the shy girl in a TARDIS dress with little to no formal singing experience to a powerhouse Pop/Punk vocalist - X and Otter discuss the formation of her Riot Fest/Warped Tour cover band BOA and the Constrictors, transitioning to a cover band to original material, the embarrassing moments that shape who they are. So plug in your AMP, throw on a choker necklace, and smudge your eyeliner while Otter talks you through the RUTS that influenced her.
OTTER'S CONTACT
IG: @downstairstheband @otter_undone @boaandtheconstrictors
Contact:
Email: [email protected]
Insta: @outoftherutpodcast
FB: Out of the Rut
YouTube link: https://youtube.com/@outoftherutpodcast?si=sDDzKJjFYM3SR_oM
Story Submission Subreddit: r/outoftherutpodcast
Theme Song: No Money! by Travie Austin & Mr.StarBeast (Available on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music)
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1h 38min
May 05, 2026 The Healing Power of Reiki with Amy
Today on Out of the Rut - X strikes up a convo with Amy. Amy is a Reiki Healer in the Chicago Area on top of being a fitness instructor. If you're a little puzzled by what Reiki is, no worries! SO were we! Amy talks about what Reiki is, how personal struggle led her to Reiki and holistic wellness, and how she improves people's lives through her private and group Reiki sessions. So unroll your yoga mat, light some candles, and prepare to have your energy healed while Amy leads us down the path of Reiki Healing.
Amy's Contact:
IG: @amy_chasse
Contact:
Email: [email protected]
Insta: @outoftherutpodcast
FB: Out of the Rut
YouTube link: https://youtube.com/@outoftherutpodcast?si=sDDzKJjFYM3SR_oM
Story Submission Subreddit: r/outoftherutpodcast
Theme Song: No Money! by Travie Austin & Mr.StarBeast (Available on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music)
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1h 20min
April 21, 2026 RRR is BACK with some Red Flags and Hot Takes!
The Out of the Rut gang meet up to talk Red Flags and Hot Takes! Ronnie, Kaitlyn, and X meet up to chat about Tipping Culture, Influencer Couples, "Professionalism", and more! Sit back and enjoy while the OOTR crew takes it back to basics for the sake of friendship.
Contact:
Email: [email protected]
Insta: @outoftherutpodcast
FB: Out of the Rut
YouTube link: https://youtube.com/@outoftherutpodcast?si=sDDzKJjFYM3SR_oM
Story Submission Subreddit: r/outoftherutpodcast
Theme Song: No Money! by Travie Austin & Mr.StarBeast (Available on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music)
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1h 38min
April 07, 2026 Laughing out Loud with Sarah and Justin of Comedy Dance Chicago
This week on Out of the Rut - the OOTR gang heads to the legendary Second City in Chicago! X & Ron sit down with Sarah and Justin of Comedy Dance Chicago (CDC) to talk about their show that is CURRENTLY running at Second City called Happy Dance. Sarah and Justin talk about the conception of CDC, their mission to create comedy that both adults and kids can enjoy, and the difference between creating comedy that celebrates the audience vs makes fun of. This is an episode you won't want to miss. So brush off your dancing shoes, pull your joke book off the shelf, and enjoy while X & Ron take you on a trip to the Comedy Club.
Comedy Dance Chicago
FB: Comedy Dance Chicago
Insta: @comedydancechicago
Youtube: @comedydancechicago
Website: www.comedydancechicago.com
HAPPY DANCE! Live at Second City (2026)
Playing: Mar 21, Apr 4, Apr 18, May 2, May 16, May 30
Ticket Link: https://www.secondcity.com/shows/chicago/live-at-the-second-city-comedy-dance-chicago-presents-happy-dance-chi
@secondcitynetwork
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Insta: @outoftherutpodcast
FB: Out of the Rut
YouTube link: https://youtube.com/@outoftherutpodcast?si=sDDzKJjFYM3SR_oM
Story Submission Subreddit: r/outoftherutpodcast
Theme Song: No Money! by Travie Austin & Mr.StarBeast (Available on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music)
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1h 22min
March 31, 2026 Getting #CollinsStrong with Julius & Julian of GetFit1st
Today on Out of the Rut, X and Ron chat with Julius and Julian Collins of GetFit1st Fitness Studio in Chicago. They discuss their journey into the martial arts world, the importance of getting back up after life beats you down, and the inspiration behind #CollinsStrong. So throw your boxing gloves on and turn your volume up while the Collins Brothers help us GetFit1st.
GetFit1st Contact
Insta: @getfit1stfitnessstudio @blackdude333gf1 @jcgetfit1st
Contact:
Email: [email protected]
Insta: @outoftherutpodcast
FB: Out of the Rut
YouTube link: https://youtube.com/@outoftherutpodcast?si=sDDzKJjFYM3SR_oM
Story Submission Subreddit: r/outoftherutpodcast
Theme Song: No Money! by Travie Austin & Mr.StarBeast (Available on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music)
Affiliates:
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1h 44min
March 24, 2026 Chicago Pulls 4 Hope with Rachel and Becca!
Out of the Rut is BACK! This week Ron & X sit down to chat with Becca & Rachel of Chicago Pulls 4 Hope where they discuss the collaboration of Physical Strength and Mental Strength. Becca being a Physical Therapist/Personal Trainer and Rachel being a Therapist - one can say that it's a Therapeutic Match Made in Heaven! With both of their powers combined, together they formed Chicago Pulls 4 Hope - an ever-growing organization uniting power lifters and mental health advocates alike. So grab your barbells, clear your mind, and get ready to lift!
Guest Contact:
Insta: @chicagopulls4hope @ironmindrehab @rockwellbarbell @emotionalsupportbarbell @becca.ironmindrehab
Out of the Rut Contact:
Email: [email protected]
Insta: @outoftherutpodcast
FB: Out of the Rut
Story Submission Subreddit: r/outoftherutpodcast
Theme Song: No Money! by Travie Austin & Mr.StarBeast (Available on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music)
Affiliates:
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1h 18min

FAQs about Out of the Rut:

How many episodes does Out of the Rut have?

The podcast currently has 39 episodes available.