Today, we celebrate our Independence Day! The guys celebrate the 4th of July in style. The guys share updates on their summer plans including some much needed getaways. Rodney is set to leave 12 hours after we recorded this episode, but still hasn't packed. So, you know, everything's normal. Also, Sean tries his hand a bird deterrents only to place an order like he's buying bananas from ICA. Happy 4th of July, everyone! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 04, 2021•24 min•Ep. 110
Happy Midsommar, everyone! It's finally here (again?). The guys talk about how they celebrated the holiday weekend including pony rides, boyfriends and alpacas. Plus, Sean has to make a McGuyver rig for his studio on the fly, and wait some more for his first vaccine. Have you checked out the video version of the podcast? Head over to our YouTube channel to view some episodes and bonus material. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 29, 2021•35 min•Ep. 109
Is it Midsommar yet? Our calendars say it is the summer solstice, but the maypole isn't coming out until next weekend. What is the world coming to? Also, the guys take in the summer sun... Sean's on the beach while Rodney watches his kids jump off10-meter diving platforms. Also, Sean can't order pillow cases, Rodney throws down with some major Hawaiian BBQ and a panic about charcoal briquettes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 22, 2021•28 min•Ep. 108
Sean has a newly half-vaccinated person in the house! It's not him though. However, he does reflect on the sweet, nostalgic smell of boat fumes. Plus, the guys break down the start of Euro 2020, which is happening in 2021, so its a year old....? Anyway, be sure to stick around until the end to hear about our mad technology skills. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 15, 2021•33 min•Ep. 107
It's Swedish National Day! The 2 Guys still don't know what that means, exactly, but they've brought the party horns (bahm, bahm, baaaaaahm). It's also graduation season here in Stockholm, which means party boats, party busses and parties. Also, Sean heads to his rant corner to discuss the merits of PostNord "deliveries" and the perfectly timed ice cream truck siren outside his window. If you enjoy listening to the 2 Guys podcast, PLEASE take a minute to post a review and make sure you tell othe...
Jun 09, 2021•29 min•Ep. 106
The cold rain clouds have parted just in time for a beautiful Swedish Mother's Day (and American Memorial Day) weekend! Rodney shares updates on the latest vaccination news in Nynäshamn. Plus, the guys compare notes on their UFO encounter! Then, Rodney is vintage and in vogue at the same time, and the guys talk about old school video games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 31, 2021•32 min•Ep. 105
The guys are back in studio by themselves this week. They talk about the Eurovision final. Rodney has been watching the earlier rounds, so he's heard the same songs over, and over, and over and over already. Plus, Rodney gets vaccinated , Sean shares another ICA story , Rodney gets pestered by nosey neighborhood kids and Globen is now called Avicii Arena . FULL EPISODE VIDEO now available on our YouTube channel . Subscribe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 24, 2021•37 min•Ep. 104
The two guys are joined this week by Gregg , the British expat behind the Just A Brit Abroad YouTube series. He talks with the guys about how he ended up in Linköping, what there is to do in his neck of the woods and what it's like to start a YouTube channel in a pandemic. He also shares some insights into the key cultural differences between the UK and Sweden. Plus, he gets Rodney to admit his favorite Swedish candy. Check out Gregg on his YouTube channel and on Instagram here: YouTube: https:/...
May 17, 2021•36 min•Ep. 103
The 2 guys are joined this week by returning guest Danielle - who worked with marketing Swedish language courses and is now a pie baking extraordinaire. Her new business, Pie to the People , creates all sorts of delicious pies and sweet treats. She talks about her journey to start a business in the middle of a pandemic, growing the business and her tips for the perfect pie crust. Check her out on Facebook and Instagram, and be sure to get your weekly order in: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/...
May 11, 2021•35 min•Ep. 102
The guys are off to a hot (and a cold) start to the next 100 episodes. We're past the Valborg holiday, which in Sweden, is the unofficial end to Winter. But does that mean Spring is actually here? We have doubts. Also, Sean battles the monthly cold brought home from his son's pre-school. Plus, Rodney cuts the cord and almost gets pushed off the hiking trail, Sean wonders how cranes grow, and what dip do you use for a guacamole chip? So many existential questions... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
May 03, 2021•30 min•Ep. 101
It's our 100th episode celebration!! Taken from our YouTube livestream, the guys reflect on the path to the big One-Double-O. After our "Swedish Word of the Day", Rodney gets closer to accepting the Surströmming Challenge, and Sean has to rant about PostNord's inability to read "Fragile." Check out the video on our YouTube channel here ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 26, 2021•32 min•Ep. 100
The 2 guys are joined this week by Daniella and Leonel, a couple of entrepreneurs who started Enjoy Learning And Never Stop (ELANS for short). They talk to the guys about how they help their students learn a new language in a fun and interactive way, how they came up with the idea, and more. You can check out their courses for individual and companies who want to learn Swedish and/or Spanish here: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FunSwedish Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fun_swedish/ Vid...
Apr 19, 2021•36 min•Ep. 99
This week, Rodney retails Sean with all sorts of fantastical tales. First, he tries tracking down the company who sold him an iPhone gadget (they seem to have simply vanished). Then, he talks about his recent trek through the Swedish wilderness where he got stuck between a swamp and a lake. The guys also have a totally uninformed debated about the dynamics of foreign currency exchanges at the ATM, and the discuss their latest streaming suggestions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
Apr 12, 2021•32 min•Ep. 98
The guys hunker down in the digital studio to escape a freak Easter snowstorm. It's snowing sideways!! They talk about their Easter activities, including Sean's getaway to "Westeros," Bolibompa run-ins, deviled eggs and more. Plus, Rodney has more updates on the joys of teaching a new driver to navigate the highway. Follow us on: Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 06, 2021•32 min•Ep. 97
What was going on with the weather in Stockholm on Saturday? The guys try to get to the bottom of the smokey air that didn't smell smokey. Plus, Sean's toddler is hiding valuable items all over the house (remote controls, wallets, light switches, etc.), Rodney gets spammed, packaging stores that don't package anything and more! Want to hunt for Easter Eggs? See if YOU can find them all HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 29, 2021•31 min•Ep. 96
The guys are back to talk about Lenny Kravitz's 56-year-old abs of steel, a new Easter contest and a whole bunch of Swedish sayings that Sean is trying to understand. For instance, the mysterious "tack-eh", crap boots, sliding shrimp sandwiches and more! Easter Egg CONTEST details are posted on our Facebook and Instagram accounts, WIN A 2G3C cap! Make sure you follow us ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 23, 2021•27 min•Ep. 95
The guys are back in studio this week having made it through the flash blizzard. Sean almost blew away making the preschool pickup and Rodney is dreaming of BBQ weather. Plus Sean wonders why the online grocery ordering is holding out on him and why Telia is limiting his internet speed (thanks, Zoom). He saves some time to give a shoutout to a new favorite spot: The Bagel. Plus, Rodney wonders why a whole bunch of updates to the Coronavirus guidelines are scheduled to take place on April Fool’s ...
Mar 15, 2021•31 min•Ep. 94
The 2 guys are joined this week by Åsa and Chris , the duo behind the podcast A Flatpack History of Sweden - the quintessential guide to Swedish history. They share the story of how they came up with the idea for their podcast, their story of moving during a pandemic and some of their favorite Swedish historical figures. They also discuss some of the historical places around Stockholm that they're dying to visit post-COVID. Be sure to check out A Flatpack History of Sweden on Spotify and follow ...
Mar 08, 2021•35 min•Ep. 93
The guys are joined this week by comedian Al Pitcher. You might know him from one of his popular Netflix specials, a few SVT appearances or one of his many stand-up comedy stops around Stockholm and the UK. He talks a bit about how he ended up in Sweden, how it differs from his New Zealand upbringing and how his kids still don't approve of his Swedish language skills. While his tour is currently postponed due to COVID-19 measures, you can still reserve tickets for October! Visit his official sit...
Mar 01, 2021•41 min•Ep. 92
The 2 guys recount their latest trials and tribulations with trips to ICA. Then, Sean tries to make sense of watching the mind-bending movie Tenet on an airplane screen. Rodney admits he tried, but gave up and settled for Tom Hanks. Plus, the guys share their manicure expertise and discuss some cool upcoming events: The first is SWEDEAN attempting to eat 10 semlor in 10 minutes . You can watch him HERE The second is our upcoming 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY ! We're putting together a LIVE stream for Febru...
Feb 16, 2021•30 min•Ep. 90
We interrupt your weekday for a special 2 Guys 3 Crowns bulletin! We've teamed up with the fellow expat and competitive eater known as SWEDEAN - as he attempts to break a record by eating 10 Swedish semlor in 10 minutes or less . The feat will be attempted LIVE for one night, and one night only : Tuesday, February 16th at 8pm Stockholm time (aka 20:00 CET). We hope to see you there so we can root him on in his latest challenge! Link to Dean's YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/2OrTKnH Hosted on Acas...
Feb 11, 2021•6 min
The 2 guys are joined in the studio this week by Archie McCallum . A professional musician from Scotland, Archie originally came over to Fränsta, Sweden to play football (or "soccer" in American English). He shares his experience of being thrown into the Fränsta social scene on his first full day in the country. Then, he talks about his time on tour selling merchandise for Swedish bands, and also his favorite Swedish foods. You can find Archie on: Instagram - @archmccallum Tiktok- @archie_mccall...
Feb 08, 2021•35 min•Ep. 89
Sean is back in Stockholm! What's with all this white stuff all over the ground? Why is there a minus sign before the temperature? Where are the tree frogs? So much is confusing - he must still be suffering from jet lag. Sean recounts his trip over four days and six airports . Rodney fills him in on what he's been missing, as well as some classic father daughter time: constructing an IKEA dresser. If you are listening on a platform that allows reviews, PLEASE take a minute to leave a rating and ...
Feb 02, 2021•31 min•Ep. 88
Sean winds up his Brazilian adventure this week and heading back to Stockholm. He gives us his final update and travel plans. The guys talk about empty airplanes, face mask tricks, 5G flash, 3 Crown history and favorite Swedish words. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 25, 2021•29 min•Ep. 87
Sean checks in from Brazil with exotic bug battles and tips on tasty beach treats. Rodney has become the "American pancake dad" while the Swedish King's Guard (Livgardet) celebrates its 500th anniversary. — Subscribe to 2 Guys 3 Crowns wherever you get your pods and follow us on Instagram and Facebook for updates! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 18, 2021•33 min•Ep. 86
Sean takes a break from his Brazilian poolside to fill us in on over-the-top BBQ, hot weather and the state of COVID where he's at. Rodney shares a snowman tale and recounts a recent dinner out with family at Faros Greek Restaurant in Södermalm... including the adventure of getting there. Check our Instagram stream for the BBQ pictures. Faros Greek Restaurant: www.faros.se Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jan 11, 2021•30 min•Ep. 85
HAPPY NEW YEAR! The first episode of 2021 and Sean joins in from Miami... not Brazil? He fills us in on the family's journey to the states and almost South America. Rodney is holding down the fort in Stockholm and contemplates the savings of celebrating Christmas AFTER Christmas. Here we go! Note: If you haven't done so yet, please leave us a review wherever you listen to 2 Guys 3 Crowns. —Thank you! Follow us on social media and check our YouTube channel for exclusive behind-the-scenes material...
Jan 04, 2021•31 min•Ep. 84
Ring in the end of 2020 with the 2 guys. We recap some of the craziness we've experienced this year in Stockholm, Sean discusses his upcoming voyage back into the jungle, and we highlight our Christmas wish lists in case Santa is listening in. Then, we answer some questions sent in from you listeners. Happy Holidays! See you in 2021! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 14, 2020•38 min•Ep. 83
It looks like 2020 reared its head again this week. The 2 guys recount how they've had to interact with the Swedish health care system. Then, Sean tries to figure out what a Christmas egg is, and Rodney is being pursued across the internet by virtual advent calendars. It's a wild episode this week! Official 2 Guys 3 Crowns merchandise: 2guys3crowns.store Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 07, 2020•35 min•Ep. 82
The 2 guys are joined in studio this week by Ross Schager . He is a new addition to the expat community in Sweden this year. He and his wife Karin (one of our previous guests) relocated from Chicago in the. middle of the pandemic and lived to tell the tale on this very podcast. He recounts his tales of giving up his beloved paddle boards, trying to tell what's on sale and trying to find food that suits his Midwestern palate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 30, 2020•40 min•Ep. 81
