2 Guys 3 Crowns

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! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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 others about us. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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://www.youtube.com/c/justabritabroadInstagram: https://instagram.com/justabritabroad/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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/PieToThePeople/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pietothepeople_sthlm/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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/FunSwedishInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fun_swedish/Video courses: https://elans.teachable.com/Courses for companies: https://elansutbildning.com/sprakkurser-for-foretag/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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 Day. Coincidence?If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a review! (Apple/Podchaser) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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 them on Twitter. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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 site https://www.alpitcher.com/ to learn more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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 HEREThe second is our upcoming 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY! We're putting together a LIVE stream for February 21st at 8pm (or 20:00 CET). Check out our Facebook page for more info! HERE See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.