My quest for a mostly analog existence continues but that would mean a dramatic reduction in stupid social media arguments over whether or not Nintendo is making worthwhile video games in 2024. Why this matters I do not know but fanboys are going to fanboy. In other news, Pearl Jam rocks. Thanks Tom. Follow me on Threads + Instagram @SwedeTrap.…

Frustrated with a) people's inability to hold themselves (or others) accountable and b) the ever-growing problem of drug-fueled crime in our fair city, our hero decides to go for a walk, clear his head, and try to make sense out of the world. Spoiler Alert: he doesn't succeed. Follow me on Threads + Instagram @SwedeTrap.…

Health scares, dog scares, future scares, and maybe a few other random scares. Scares are the topic of this one. Bottom line: I don't want to die, I don't want to talk about my scooter, and I don't want the guy at the food cart to give a woman a discount that she doesn't need nor deserve. That is all. Follow me on Threads + Instagram @SwedeTrap.…

What began as a simple Happy Holidays episodes turns into a complete trainwreck thanks to Gary the Cat, the Portland Police Department, and the DLZ Creator Super Duper Podcast Recorder by Mackie. Follow me on Threads + Instagram @SwedeTrap.By Portland Sucks

Chandler's passing and Lady Gaga's really, really bad headaches have nothing on my disappointment in missing Halloween after buying my first costume in years. Fortunately, I'll get an extra hour to think about it this weekend. Yay? Follow me on Threads + Instagram @SwedeTrap.By Portland Sucks

This would be a return to form if I ever had form to begin with. Instead, it's a quick check-in to reveal my (mostly) legitimate excuses for staying away from microphones for a while. Topics include: 31st Ave W and Fecal Street, Happy Birthday to Me, People LOVE podcast ads, and Danger is my middle name. Follow me on Threads + Instagram @SwedeTrap.…

Tales of fire, rock'n'roll, travel, jet lag, corporate radio shmucks, and more! But really, this one is all about answering the question: "What does it really mean to create?" Follow me on Threads + Instagram @SwedeTrap.By Portland Sucks

More infuriating than anonymous emails, new social platforms, and voice acting failures is the public gushing over Bruce Springsteen & the Michelle Obama Vocal Choir - a new film by Steven Spielberg. Follow me on Threads + Instagram @SwedeTrap.By Portland Sucks

Backstory: I found a former friend's Facebook page and quickly realized two things: 1. My former friend has lost his mind, and 2. His Facebook posts (when read like poetry and word for word) made for an interesting audio experiment. This is that experiment. Follow me on Threads + Instagram @SwedeTrap.…

What did you do last weekend? I sold gently used unwanted items on Facebook Marketplace - and it was equal parts entertaining and exhausting. Follow me on Threads + Instagram @SwedeTrap.By Portland Sucks