It was the perfect plan—or so they thought. Moose, the self-proclaimed expert in all things adventurous, and Selso, the ever-curious and somewhat cautious counterpart, had decided to take a holiday break in Mexico. After all, their podcast "Jam Room Tapes" could use a bit of fresh inspiration from their escapades.

As they arrived in Mexico, they were instantly enchanted by the vibrant culture, the tantalizing street food, and the lively atmosphere. Determined to make the most of their vacation, Moose had an idea.

"Selso, we need to do something epic," Moose declared with a mischievous grin. "Something we'll remember forever."

Selso, always up for a challenge, replied, "Alright, Moose. But let's not get into too much trouble, okay?"

Little did they know that trouble had a way of finding them.

One evening, after a spirited night of salsa dancing and too many margaritas, they stumbled upon a local festival. The duo, in their slightly tipsy state, decided to participate in a piñata-breaking contest. With blindfolds securely in place, Moose and Selso swung their bats with gusto, aiming for the colorful piñata.

Whack! Moose missed entirely and nearly knocked over a taco stand. Selso, on the other hand, managed to hit something—but it wasn't the piñata. Instead, he struck a nearby mariachi band's guitar, creating an ear-piercing cacophony.

"Whoops!" Selso exclaimed, removing his blindfold to survey the damage. "I hope they didn't need that guitar."

Moose, laughing uncontrollably, replied, "Selso, I think we're in a bit of a pickle here."

As the festival-goers looked on in amusement and bewilderment, Moose and Selso were promptly escorted out of the event. They found themselves sitting on a curb, still giggling at the night's events.

"You know what, Moose?" Selso said, trying to catch his breath. "This is definitely going to delay our return to the podcast."

Moose nodded in agreement, still grinning. "True, but at least we'll have one heck of a story to tell our listeners."

With a newfound sense of adventure and a couple of minor bruises, Moose and Selso continued their holiday in Mexico, determined to make the most of their unexpected escapades. And when they finally returned to "Jam Room Tapes," they regaled their audience with the hilarious tale of their misadventures—guitar-smashing, taco-spilling, and all.

(00:00) - INTRO
(19:24) - MUSIC NEWS
(25:35) - DOES THIS JAM JELLY
(44:023 - GUESS THE SONG
(54:00) - SONG FOR NEXT EPISODE
(55:03) - ENDING AND OUTRO

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Every Christmas Eve, Selso, Moose, and Angela had a unique tradition: trying to catch a duck at the city park to spend Christmas with it. It all started one year when they jokingly decided to catch a duck for their holiday dinner, but instead, they ended up with a new feathered friend.
As Christmas Eve approached this year, the trio gathered their supplies: a large net, a loaf of bread, and a whole lot of determination. They set off to the city park, giggling and plotting their strategy.
"Alright, team," Selso said, adjusting his Santa hat. "Moose, you distract the ducks with the bread. Angela, you help me with the net. Let's get ourselves a Christmas duck!"
Moose nodded, scattering breadcrumbs around the pond. Ducks waddled over, quacking excitedly.
"Come and get it, duckies!" Moose called, waving the bread like a magician's wand.
Angela and Selso crouched behind a bush, ready with the net. They watched as one particularly plump duck strutted toward the crumbs, looking like the perfect Christmas guest.
"Okay, now!" Selso whispered, and they leaped out, net at the ready.
But the duck was no ordinary duck. It was a cunning and agile bird, dodging the net with remarkable speed. Selso and Angela stumbled over each other, while Moose laughed so hard he dropped the bread.
The duck quacked triumphantly and waddled away, leaving the friends in a heap.
"We almost had it!" Angela said, trying to catch her breath. "That duck is a ninja."
"Maybe we should just invite it politely," Moose suggested. "Ducks might respond better to manners."
Selso rolled his eyes but grinned. "Worth a shot. Let’s give it a try."
They approached the duck again, this time with Moose leading the way, a slice of bread in hand.
"Mr. Duck," Moose said, bowing slightly, "we cordially invite you to spend Christmas with us. We have breadcrumbs, a warm home, and plenty of holiday cheer."
To their surprise, the duck tilted its head, quacked softly, and waddled over to Moose. It seemed their polite invitation had worked!
The trio returned home with their new feathered friend, who happily pecked at crumbs and even joined in the Christmas carols. It wasn't just about catching a duck anymore; it was about the fun and laughter they shared every year.
From that day on, the Christmas duck became a beloved part of their holiday tradition, reminding them that sometimes, the best way to catch a friend is with kindness and a bit of holiday magic.
(00:00) - INTRO
(02:52) - SPECIAL GUEST ANGELA
(09:45) - CATCH UP
(13:06) - CHRISTMAS QUESTIONS
(41:37) - FIRST PICKS
(49:06) - SECOND PICKS
(54:29) - THIRD PICKS
(1:00:29) - GUESS THE SONG
(1:13:03) - ENDING AND OUTRO
Make sure you check out our Christmas playlist here:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5d0HFUocelbmwduCeyD94o?si=1215e94dfd8842ac
Check us out on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/jamroomtapes/
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Selso and Moose had always been huge fans of Boyz II Men, and when they decided to start a podcast, their first episode had to be about the iconic song "Motownphilly."
"Alright, Moose, we need to come up with some killer show notes for our first podcast episode," Selso said, tapping his pen against the table.
Moose nodded enthusiastically. "Definitely! We need to make it catchy and fun. Let's start with an introduction."
"Good idea," Selso agreed. He wrote on the whiteboard, “Welcome to ‘Jam Room Tapes’ with Selso and Moose! Today, we’re diving into the classic Boyz II Men hit, ‘Motownphilly.’”
"Nice! Now, let's add some history about the song," Moose suggested. "Maybe mention how it blends Motown and Philly soul?"
"And don't forget the new jack swing influence!" Selso added, scribbling furiously. “Released in 1991, this track combines Motown, Philly soul, and new jack swing to create a timeless anthem.”
Moose laughed. "Perfect! Now, what about some fun facts? Like how Michael Bivins from Bell Biv DeVoe discovered Boyz II Men?"
"Great idea! And we should mention the guest rap by Bivins in the song," Selso said, adding it to their notes. “Fun Fact: Michael Bivins not only discovered Boyz II Men, but also rapped in ‘Motownphilly’!”
"Awesome!" Moose exclaimed. "Let's add a section about the song's impact too. How it peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and helped launch their career."
"Absolutely," Selso agreed. “‘Motownphilly’ was a major hit, reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and catapulting Boyz II Men to stardom.”
Moose grinned. "And we can wrap it up with our personal thoughts on why we love the song."
"Right! We can each share a memory of when we first heard it," Selso said, jotting it down. “Selso and Moose’s Memories: Hear about our first experiences with ‘Motownphilly.’”
They stepped back to admire their work. The whiteboard was filled with vibrant notes and ideas, reflecting their excitement.
"We did it!" Moose said, high-fiving Selso. "This is going to be the best podcast ever!"
Selso smiled. "Absolutely! Now, let's hit record and share our love for ‘Motownphilly’ with the world!"
With their show notes ready, Selso and Moose were all set to bring their passion and humor to their podcast listeners, making their first episode a groovy success.
(00:00) - INTRO AND CATCH UP
(19:37) - MUSIC NEWS
(37:54) - QUESTION
(42:34) - DOES THIS JAM JELLY?
(57:14) - GUESS THE SONG
(1:06:27) - SONG FOR NEXT EPISODE
(1:07:39) - ENDING AND OUTRO
Do you agree with the toasties given?
Make sure you check out the song here:
https://open.spotify.com/track/4LxIGAVfcQIw0zAQRyFhU8?si=b0080dfbcadd4db9
You can also follow our running playlist here:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5iOOJrkJrxE1m8y31tIgW3?si=3a938433b2c94bfd
Check us out on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/jamroomtapes/
If you have any suggestions or song requests you can email us at jamroomtapespodcast@gmail.com