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On this episode of Randomness with Heath and Josh, the guys sit down with Temple, Texas native and locomotive engineer Robert Goates for a fascinating conversation about growing up in Central Texas, family traditions, and life on the railroad.

Robert talks about growing up in Temple before moving to the small town of Academy, Texas, for high school. After graduation, his plan was to pursue a career in radio—but life had other plans. Instead, Robert took a hard turn and followed in the footsteps of his dad, grandfather, and uncle, beginning a career as a locomotive conductor and eventually becoming an engineer.

Robert explains what a conductor actually does, what the engineer's responsibilities are, and how the two work together to safely operate a massive freight train. He also talks about the people who still attempt to hitch rides on trains—often referred to as “hobos”—and why it happens more often than you might think, although not nearly as much as some people imagine.

The conversation gets even more interesting as Robert takes Heath and Josh inside the locomotive, explaining the engines, horsepower, weight, pulling capacity, and even the basic layout of the locomotive. He also explains why cabooses have largely disappeared from modern freight trains and what their job used to be.

It's a fun, entertaining, and surprisingly informational episode that gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at an industry most of us see every day but know very little about. All aboard for another episode of Randomness with Heath and Josh!

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On this episode of Randomness with Heath and Josh, the guys sit down with photographer, homesteader, and fellow Temple, Texas native Josh Quinn for an incredible conversation about walking away from everything and starting over in the Rocky Mountains.

Josh takes us back to his early days as a photojournalist for the Temple Daily Telegram, where an unexpected Associated Press photography award gave him the motivation to pursue photography at an even higher level. But after facing some serious personal struggles, including struggles with alcohol, Josh eventually made a life-changing decision—he simply packed up the essentials, grabbed a tent, and headed to Colorado to live “off the grid.”

Near Trinidad, Colorado, Josh began building a completely different life for himself in the mountains. He shares stories about some of his wild encounters with wildlife, the challenges of surviving in the wilderness, and the unlikely friendships he made along the way—including an elderly couple who also homesteads nearby. The neighbors quickly became friends who look out for one another and regularly share breakfast together.

Josh also explains how the harsh Colorado winters eventually forced him to build a small cabin to protect himself from the cold and the dangers of nature. Through it all, photography remained a huge part of his life, and he talks about his passion for capturing the incredible beauty of the mountains and the surrounding wilderness.

From cooking meals in the ground over an open fire with the Rocky Mountains as his backdrop to learning how to survive with very little, Josh’s story is one of stepping away from the life he knew and discovering a new path in the wild.

It's a story about photography, survival, friendship, second chances, and what happens when you decide to just… leave.

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On this episode of Randomness with Heath and Josh, the guys sit down with actress Robin Lynch, best known to millions of fans as Rose, the unforgettable CPR instructor from the iconic and hilariously chaotic CPR episode of The Office.

Robin takes Heath and Josh back to where it all began, sharing stories of growing up singing and performing in theater productions during her school years before chasing her dreams in New York City. After deciding the cold weather wasn’t for her, Robin packed up and headed to Hollywood with little more than determination, no car, and a dream of becoming a successful actress.

She talks about finding work in hospitality while grinding through auditions, landing her first commercial for Papa John’s Pizza, and eventually booking the role that would make her a fan favorite among The Office viewers. Robin shares what it was like being on set alongside comedy legends like Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, Ed Helms, and the rest of the incredible cast, while reflecting on how one memorable role continues to bring recognition from fans everywhere she goes.

Robin also discusses how the acting industry has changed, making it possible for actors to audition from anywhere through self-taped videos, and talks about her passion for writing, including creating pilots and even writing a role specifically for mutual friend Jeremy Lawson. The conversation wraps up with updates on her ongoing acting career and a fun round of rapid-fire questions that make for an entertaining finish to a fantastic episode.

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