ATL EP01 - Nico to Nicco
Niccomedow Justice Anan joins ONA as the first ‘Nicco’ to sit down with me on the podcast. We talk about everything from golf to Human Centipede. Instagram: @niccoanan

Niccomedow Justice Anan joins ONA as the first ‘Nicco’ to sit down with me on the podcast. We talk about everything from golf to Human Centipede. Instagram: @niccoanan
Round table sit down with the boys. Topics: Dehydration Northpole, Alaska Ohio Surfing Scary shit Tattoos and piercings Sleep Beer Lebron James College sports Passion Past illnesses Carter Stevens F1 Instagram Milk Carnivore diet Superbowl bet Waste Management Open Recent NBA trades Hockey Next season’s moves Nepal Machu Picchu Skydiving Scuba diving Hotel Mumbai Guests: Parker Trosper - Instagram Hartwell Abbot Shaw - Instagram Brandon Layden - Instagram Carter Stevens - Instagram Season 1 - Pa...
Griffin Donovan is a 22-year-old Lift Operator hailing from Springfield, Massachusets. A daredevil at heart, Daddy Donovan, as the locals refer to him, is part of a group of high-altitude cliff jumpers on the east coast, high altitude being 40-90 feet. We’ve only known each other for a couple of months but I love this man like a brother. Check out his stache on his OnlyGrams in the links below. Season 1 - Park City, Utah This season’s adventure takes place in Park City, Utah, where I’m working a...
Patrick Bay is a lift operator from Provo, Utah, but he’s so much more than that. A pre-award-winning rapper, movie enthusiast, avid snowboarder, former Morman, deep thinker, and most importantly, my great friend, Patrick Bay is a metaphorical onion. Take a listen as I peel back the layers. Season 1 - Park City, Utah This season’s adventure takes place in Park City, Utah, where I’m working as a Liftee (lift operator) on the largest ski resort in North America. I came out here in order to learn h...
Nico’s first black and double black runs Anger on the mountain Brandon’s pre-loss shit talk for the Giants-Eagles game College loyalties Cocaine? Manti T’eo Spicy food Contagious laughter Snow injuries Movies Tom Brady This season’s adventure takes place in Park City, Utah, where I’m working as a Liftee (lift operator) on the largest ski resort in North America. I came out here in order to learn how to snowboard and forge connections that will last a lifetime. My hope, as always, is that if I st...
In part 4 of our ATLiens series, I get to talk to Andrew Samantha Knowles, a snowboarding mountain climber who hopes to get certified in both scuba and sky diving. He is working as a fellow lift operator, using his ride breaks to ensure he can hit a 720 triple Mcnasty something by the end of the season. Krevlar? You bet your sweet ass he does. Season 1 - Park City, Utah This season’s adventure takes place in Park City, Utah, where I’m working as a Liftee (lift operator) on the largest ski resort...
Brandon Layden is a snowboarding legend originally from Long Island, but he grew up in the suburbs of Atlanta. In part 4 of my ATLiens series, Brandon and I swap stories from our youth, discuss the emotional and physical ups and downs of snowboarding and life in general, and look into the future. Brandon is a robot. Brandon has a robot vagina. Season 1 - Park City, Utah This season’s adventure takes place in Park City, Utah, where I’m working as a Liftee (lift operator) on the largest ski resort...
Coming in from Atlanta at 6 feet, 8 inches, 110 pounds, Hartwell Abbot Shaw is a naturally gifted snowboarder, creative business owner, and human fart volcano. He also has one of the most positive vibes of any person I've met in my 28 years and I'm stoked to have him as a friend. This season’s adventure takes place in Park City, Utah, where I’m working as a Liftee (lift operator) on the largest ski resort in North America. I came out here in order to learn how to snowboard and forge connections ...
Parker Colleen Trosper is a ski instructor hailing from Fairbanks, Alaska. He is my roommate that comes in between 2 and 4 every morning, regardless of early-morning shifts. Also, he contributes anywhere from 33-95% of the horrendous odor of sweaty socks and dead rodents that plagues our room. Parker enjoys cold beer, keeping a sub-500 record at the apartment pool table, and attending Latin Night at the local watering hole. This season’s adventure takes place in Park City, Utah, where I’m workin...
Jacob Cotner is a 19-year-old lift operator from Atlanta, Georgia. He came here to shred pow and learn somewhere in the range of 10 to 20 Spanish phrases that will garner him enough street cred to, one day, own and operate his very own hybrid snowboard/break dance/pastry shop, Sin Duda. This season’s adventure takes place in Park City, Utah, where I’m working as a Liftee (lift operator) on the largest ski resort in North America. I came out here in order to learn how to snowboard and forge conne...
It seems like it’s been a lifetime since our last podcast. In the last 10 days, we began to take on water, lost our deckhand, saw the SS Ric Flair sink to the bottom of the ocean, and saw ourselves stranded in Raleigh, North Carolina. After an incredible 5 weeks of travel, the universe decided to take a steamer on our chests, effectively ending the trip. Tune in to catch the chaos that was the last 10 days of the SS Ric Flair. Links to resources: Spongebob Squarepants Netflix Planes, Trains, and...
The theme of the day is jerseys is patriotism. The crew finds ourselves in the nation’s capital on the 19th anniversary of the 2001 terrorist attacks that rocked the nation. Our road to get here saw us visit friends in Rhode Island and New Jersey, stopping to eat some authentic Italian food and try our hands at surfing. Did Will get up on a wave? Find out in today’s episode. Spoiler alert, he did not. Links to resources: Abraham Lincoln Instagram Matrix The Social Dilemma Netflix The Second City...
The theme of the day is jerseys. Between Patrick Mahomes, the Cardinals, and Will’s high school alma mater, there’s a plethora of representation. We are coming off the most amazing sunrise that we’ve ever witnessed at Cadillac Mountain, the first point of sunrise in the US. It was a breath of fresh air that we all needed, especially before running into a slight disaster only a few days later! Links to resources: Patrick Mahomes Instagram Help us make a difference today by donating! https://www.g...
The theme of the day is Jessica Simpson from Dukes of Hazzard, aka, we tied our shirts in a knot to look real fine. The date today is August 31st, 2020, and here we sit in Yarmouth, Maine. We were invited to stay with the Haags for the weekend, the family of a girl that I met in Nepal last year, and have had an absolutely incredible experience. In fact, the entire state of Maine has been very kind to the boys and me, but it’s a well-kept secret that we just don’t want to share! Links to resource...
The theme of the day is blanket swaddles because it’s cold as fuck here at Mt. Washington in New Hampshire. The date today is August 25th, 2020, and we are now a few weeks into our trip and still figuring things out. One thing is very apparent, and that is that we are going to meet a shit ton of people. Joining us today is our new friend that we met in a Price Chopper in Lake Placid, New York, Nick Bruno. Nick is a vagabond from New Jersey and has joined us for a few days on his way back home! L...
Coming to you from Lake Placid, New York, the date is August 21st, 2020. The Out ‘N About boys are headed to Vermont after this one, but for now, are enjoying the natural splendors of upstate New York. We talk about our favorite moments, quotes, and lessons from the last few days of the trip. Tune in for some learning with a laugh! Links to resources: Check out all the goodies: https://linktr.ee/outnabout
ONA30: West Virginia, Mountain Momma The date is August 17th, and the boys just spent the last 3 days in the hills of West Virginia with no service. From underground in the Seneca Caverns to the highest point in the state, Spruce Knob, we are taking in every moment for what it’s worth. It’s becoming quite clear that we don’t need too much luxury to be happy. Take a listen and hear all about what we are learning on our trip! Links to resources: Workaholics Planet Fitness Anheuser-Busch Truly Whit...
Today, August 15th, marks the first time Jack, Will, and I get to do a podcast together. At the time of this recording, we are currently in Cherry Grove, West Virginia. Diving deep into the West Virginia hills, we have been shown nothing but kindness so far. Take a listen to hear all about our trip so far, fears, and dreams! Find clips of the show on Instagram ! Follow along on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuPdZOZ3XqwYI9UJMtyUrZw/ See how you can make a difference on our charity GoF...
After a month of planning and work, Will Markway and I took off for our epic RV trip. at the time of this recording, we are in Springfield, Illinois, my hometown. Today, we enjoyed some time with my family and a good ole fashion hamburger horseshoe. Tomorrow, we will head north to Chicago before picking up Jack in Toledo. Stay tuned!
Out ‘N About is hitting the road on August 8th. We’re taking my 1992 Fleetwood Flair RV up to Maine, down the East Coast, and back. 60 days. 8500 miles. Oh yeah, and we’re trying to raise $1M for charity while we do it. We’ll be documenting the entire thing on our YouTube channel, and that’s where Jack Blake comes in. Jack is an incredibly gifted and creative photographer and video producer. Help us complete our goal and donate at the link below! Links to resources: Jack’s Instagram: @jackblake....
Patrick McAnulty is just an everyday dude who enjoys doing guy stuff with bros. Apart from his addiction to golf, Mcnasty runs the social media for the growing t-shirt giant in Kansas City, Charlie Hustle. Nico likes to think that he taught young Patrick everything he knows, nursing him with the biddie, metaphorically of course. Tune in an hear all about Peter’s life and his travels throughout Europe! Links to resources: Boulevard Pale Ale Ebay Kona Brewing Co. Family Guy Hot Tub Time Machine Ka...
Swetha Newcomb is an incredibly gifted private chef, providing luxurious home-cooked meals to upscale residents in the Kansas City area. She went through the traditional culinary school route of working in a restaurant for 3 years when she finally decided that she had had enough and went out on her own. Swetha’s maiden name is Gondi and she was actually born in India before her parents immigrated to the United States when she was only a baby. She makes the trip back to India once every other yea...
Sandy and Nico discuss a plethora of topics, including, but not limited to America’s health crisis, the massive oil spill in the Arctic, and the protesting that is going on all over the world. Links to resources: Seth Rogan Instagram Joe Rogan Signs $100M Joe Rogan Experience McDonald’s Guy Eats 3 Big Macs a Day John Wayne Gacy Sicario Disturbia States That Execute by Firing Squad Hunger Games Massive Russian Oil Spill BBC Killer Mike Trump Holds Bible Upside Down Drew Brees Find clips of the sh...
Professionally, Sam Mcreynolds is a gifted audio engineer, but before that, he is a human with feelings and emotions. With so much going on in the world, whether it be the murder of George Floyd, the eventual siege of Hong Kong by the CCP, or the pending Zion Williamson lawsuit, Sam has strong opinions that he has no problem sharing. Sam has stayed very vocal and outspoken on social issues for most of his life and believes that his voice can be one to help support change. Links to resources: Zio...
Bryan Maxwell Turner is a former semi-professional soccer player and owner/operator of the lifestyle brand/soccer training program, No Stress Midwest. Max, as many people call him, finished a contract for a large engineering firm, and decided that he was tired of working towards someone else’s dream. He made the decision that he would rather work 80 hours per week towards his own dream than 40 hours per week for someone else’s. We met on a train to Chicago, where Max laid out his vision for his ...
Dan Geist just got done teaching his first year of middle school World History at a private school in the Kansas City area. Before that he graduated with a degree in Secondary Education from Kansas State University, in which time he spent a semester studying in Prague and traveling around Europe. Between us, we have touched a large portion of 3 continents outside of North America, and whether it was from our travels or Dan’s year of teaching, we noticed the same glaring truth. From elementary sc...
Ashlyn Paige Jumpponen (YOU-mp-onen) was actually born Ashley Paige McArthur, but after some unique life experiences, officially changed her name when she was 11-years-old. Now, she has decided to leave a legacy with her new name. Just like me, Ashlyn spent years bouncing around jobs that never brought her any happiness, only a paycheck, until she finally decided to follow her fitness passion. Currently, Ashlyn teaches Yoga Sculpt over Instagram Live, and let me tell you, it’s high intensity. He...
Brandon Haggard spent 2 years living and working in Kolkata, India after he graduated from Kansas State University. Before he went out there, he thought what many young Americans think, that he had the world figured out and that his shit didn’t stink. Immersing yourself in a culture that is so defined by its community after spending your entire life in a culture that is so defined by individuality will come with its resistance. After about 6 months in India, Brandon was able to gain some perspec...
Join Sandy and me as we discuss experiences from our travels, this chaotic world that we are living in, and the F word, but not the one you are thinking of! Oh, and stay until the end to hear another great story! Links to resources: Singapore Ship Hotel Cusco, Peru Ecuador ABCC11 Gene Google Trumpy Bear Doctor Fakes Vaccines - Dr. Van Koinis The Secret South Park Hospitals Receive Money for COVID-19 Patients Call Me By Your Name Harley Davidson Ireland Pablo Escobar’s Hippos Narcos Mark Normand ...
Stephen A. Smith. Adam Schefter. Michael Wilbon. Pat McAfee. These are the guys you go to when you want to hear about the latest in NFL trades, NBA fights, or just about all other sports news. Well, you can add 2 names to that list. Nico Coady. RJ Lennon. Along with stories of our times spent abroad, we are here with your sports shot of tequila, a pinch of salt, and lime to make it go down smooth! Links to resources: A Time To Kill Minority Report Playboy Sierra Nevada Pale Ale Zoom Korean Baseb...