In this lively episode of The Barn Philosopher, Shelby and Ridge are joined by Rita and Joan for a playful but eye-opening conversation. Together, the group takes a temperament quiz, makes bold guesses about each other’s results, and shares where they were right (and hilariously wrong).

Shelby dives into his personal theory on the “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” sides we all carry—how we show up in front of others versus who we are behind the curtain. The crew also tackles the all-too-common excuse of “not having a filter” and why that might just be a poor cover for low-IQ reasoning.

It’s part psychology, part comedy, and part group therapy—an episode that reveals more about friendships, personalities, and self-awareness than anyone expected.

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In this heartfelt episode of The Barn Philosopher, Ridge and Shelby reflect on what it means to be truly grateful. Ridge shares a powerful story of loss, and how even in difficult times, small acts of kindness can bring unexpected smiles and light to others. Together, the guys explore how gratitude shapes perspective, deepens relationships, and helps us find meaning in both the good and the hard moments of life.

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In this road trip episode, Ridge and Shelby head out to Sonic for a taste-test adventure. Between chilly burritos, Smashburgers, and more peanut butter cup swirly-whatever-they-call-it than anyone really needs, the guys dive into the world of fast food. Along the way they contemplate the mysteries of fast Chinese food, the reality of regrettable calorie counts, and come to the conclusion that—hey—it was a pretty okay meal after all.

Listen in for food takes, road trip banter, and a reminder that sometimes the journey (and the laughs) are better than the menu.

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In this episode of The Barn Philosopher, Ridge and Shelby pull their wives, Joan and Rita, into the conversation—and things quickly take an unexpected turn. What starts as light banter about pizza (which Ridge and Shelby could eat any time, any day) soon shifts into uncharted territory: how women’s tastes change during their time of the month.

From Joan’s surprising admission about pizza to Rita’s unforgettable comparison of periods, crockpots, and uteruses, the guys find themselves in an impromptu crash course on things they never thought they’d learn in the barn. Equal parts funny, informative, and a little eye-opening, this episode shows what happens when real life conversations take on a life of their own.

Tune in for laughs, lessons, and plenty of pizza talk.

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In this first installment of our Barn Philosopher Road Trip series, Shelby and Ridge hit the road with one goal in mind—Sonic. Along the way, the conversation veers into memories of other restaurants from their past, especially the long-lost Rax. Once a staple of their childhood, Rax has all but disappeared, making it the white whale of fast food nostalgia. Between the drive, the food, and the memories, this episode mixes a little adventure with a lot of storytelling.

Join the ride, grab a snack, and laugh along as the guys chase both burgers and bygone restaurants.

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In this episode of The Barn Philosopher, Shelby finally gets his revenge… sort of. After countless episodes of Ridge torturing him with rapid-fire questions, Shelby turns the tables—but instead of Ridge, he unleashes the questions on Rita.

From silly hypotheticals to unexpected “gotcha” moments, Shelby grills Rita with the kind of random, head-scratching questions that usually leave him stumped. The result? Plenty of laughs, some surprisingly thoughtful answers, and Shelby realizing maybe he picked the wrong person to take revenge on.

It’s a lighthearted episode full of humor, honesty, and a little bit of barnyard chaos.

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In this heartfelt episode of The Barn Philosopher, Shelby sits down with Rita to reflect on the influential people and pivotal events that shape who we are. Together, they explore how life’s moments—both good and hard—can either build us up or weigh us down, depending on the choices we make.

It’s a conversation that leans heavy on the heart and light on laughs, with Shelby admitting he might have overindulged in the depth of it all. Thoughtful, raw, and honest—this episode invites listeners to consider how they respond to the influences in their own lives.

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In this episode of The Barn Philosopher, Shelby and Rita sit down for what might be the last—or lost—recording from their big adventure. High above the streets of Busan, South Korea, they share reflections while sheltered from the heavy rain on a porch 102 steps up from the world below.

Their conversation drifts back to Guam, where family, memories, and island life shaped much of their trip, and forward to the reality of only two days left before heading home. It’s a quiet, thoughtful moment at the end of a journey filled with food, family, and unexpected experiences.

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In this thoughtful episode of The Barn Philosopher, Shelby opens up about a personal struggle with prayer—feeling selfish when recognizing how much he benefits from praying for others. Ridge offers encouragement, reframing the conversation by comparing prayer to talking with a friend. Just like a good friend, God listens, cares, and sometimes helps in ways we don’t expect.

It’s an honest discussion about faith, friendship with God, and learning to trust that answers might come in forms we don’t anticipate.

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After ten years of trying, Shelby finally got his grandfather’s truck—a farm fixture that hasn’t run in over thirty years. While his grandfather owned plenty of vehicles, this was the truck everyone remembers him driving around the farm. It’s going to take a lot of work before it’s road-worthy, but Shelby’s goal is to have it running by the winter of 2026. A crew of friends helped him haul it home, sharing in the excitement of the moment. Ridge joins in with stories of his own grandfather’s truck and Cadillac, making it a nostalgic ride down memory lane.

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