LOC'D In

We're joined by two friends and long-time supporters of the brand, Justin Pitz and Tim McSweeney, as they dive into the dedication, sacrifice, and mindset it takes to stay committed to something you believe in. The conversation gets real as we talk about staying consistent when nobody’s watching, the importance of loyalty in your circle,

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What if you didn’t have to pick just one thing? In this episode, we speak with Kassandra Hostage, a creative individual who excels in multiple fields — including painting, teaching, acting, modeling, and more. She opens up about the challenges of being multi-passionate, the pressure to “focus on one lane,” and why embracing all your creative outlets might actually be the purpose of art itself.

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Dylan Paronto (‪@DEEZY-LIFTS‬) joins Chris on this episode of LOC'd In to talk about his bodybuilding journey and finding his purpose through faith by trusting God's intended plan for him. Make sure you check out Dylan's YouTube videos; some of the best content right now!

We sit down with Namaste Woo, a family-owned Indian restaurant bringing culture, flavor, and love to Worcester. From their story as a family business to the passion behind every dish, this episode is all about community, tradition, and what it really takes to build something meaningful.

In this episode of LOC’d In, we sit down with Worcester District 4 City Councilman Luis Ojeda to dive deep into his journey—from his upbringing to the experiences that shaped his values and morals. He opens up about what drives him to serve his community, the challenges he’s faced along the way, and the impact he has on the city of Worcester as a whole.

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We’re finally back on the mic. It’s been a minute since our last sit-down, and this one got real quick... Relationships, mental health, chasing purpose, and what went into the Visionary Hoodie drop. No scripts, just a real conversation between friends.

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On this episode of the Lightsoutco Pod, Chris’ sister Kayla joins the guys and we dive into physical/mental wellness, a soon-to-be bride, and life with siblings. On topic with marriage, Our “Idiots in the News” gives us a peek at what should NEVER happen behind the scenes before walking down the aisle. Stay tuned to the end for our “Hot Takes”, where we take a look into the best and worst holidays.

On this episode of the Lightsoutco Pod, the boys talk about the Super Bowl, the Rihanna halftime show, and our initial reaction to the weekend as a whole. Our “Idiots in the News” shows just how stupid some fans can get after a Super Bowl loss. Stay tuned to the end for our “Hot Takes”, where each of us get more heated than the sauce itself.

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On this episode of the Lightsoutco Pod, Ian joins Chris, Matt, and Nate. The group talk about popular HBO show “The Last of Us” and how the game and show reflect one another. They then get into their “Idiots in the News” which features a man who could’ve gotten away w m**der if it wasn’t for some pizza. Lastly, the guys delve into the “Hot Take” of the week featuring some spicy mf sauce from an unlikely food chain.

Pardon the technical difficulties… Chris & Matt are back with Nate where they talk about hitting 7k followers! We appreciate all the love thats been shown/is continually shown as we continue to grow and learn. The guys talk about merch sales, the new website, and this weeks “Idiots in the News” which includes video game playing fish. This weeks Hot Take delves into hookup culture where strong opinions are discussed.

THE LIGHTSOUTCO POD RETURNS! After an extended break, Chris & Matt are back with Nate to deliver another thrilling episode. The guys talk about whats been going on the last few months, merch, and as always, some highly acclaimed “Idiots in the News”. Stick around until the end for a new segment that is sure to heat up the room

In this week’s episode of the LOC POD, Chris and Matt have an OG member of LOC, The guys discuss what Isiah has been up to for the past year as well as talk about the start of the NBA season. They dive into the hysteria of “Zappe Hour” as the Patriots’ starting QB position seems to be up in the air. The guys also revisit last week's (highly unprecedented) Hypothetical of the Week and bring a new one to the table. Finally, marrying your wife’s daughter? An Idiots in the News story that’ll have that family tree...

In this week’s episode of the LOC POD, the “triple threat is back and more controversial than ever! Matt, Chris, and Nate discuss political correctness & cancel culture in music/tv/and in other pop culture fields. The guys also revisit last week's Hypothetical of the Week and bring a new one to the table. Finally, an Idiots in the News story that is OUT OF THIS WORLD (literally! kinda..) As always, we appreciate you for tuning in to the show and leave a rating if you enjoy!

In this week’s episode of the LOC POD, Matt fills in for CB (again) and has fellow LIGHTSOUT members Ian and Malik. They discuss the new “Jeffery Dahmer” series on Netflix as well as Marvel, House of the Dragon, and more. They also talk about upcoming movies they’re hoping to see such as Black Panther 2, Amsterdam, and The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The guys also revisit last week's Hypothetical of the Week and bring a new one to the table. Finally, a double shot of Idiots in the News stories take us back to the lovely land of Flori...

In this week’s episode of the LOC POD, Matt fills in for CB and has special guests J’Quan and the man (behind the cam) Anthony. They discuss how Ant and J’Quan got acquainted, and dive into dance, ninja studies, and several other ART forms and how it’s impacted who they are today. The boys also revisit last week's Hypothetical of the Week and bring a new one to the table. Finally, an Idiots in the News story that you have to read to believe. As always we appreciate you for tuning in to the show and leav...

In this week’s episode of the LOC POD, the triple threat (Chris, Nate, and Matt) discuss the Ime Udoka situation as he was suspended for his actions earlier this week. The boys also revisit last week's Hypothetical of the Week and bring a new one to the table. Finally, Idiots in the News this week offers some viral memes in the pop culture world. As always we appreciate you for tuning in to the show and leave a rating if you enjoy it!

In this episode, Justin Bennz joins Matt and Chris to talk about his recent journey in securing a new job and moving forward in his education. Justin also talks about his passion for basketball and gaming and the things that helped him become the person he is today. Don’t miss this week’s hypothetical of the week and our favorite segment, Idiots in the News! JB is an OG LIGHTSOUTCO member so make sure you show him some love!

Season 2 Episode 7 welcomes in a very special guest; Kayla Barry! Kayla talks about her career as a marketing strategist and recalls some of her wellness journey through the years. Chris and Matt touch base on last week’s Hypothetical of the week and our favorite segment; Idiots in the news! As always thank you for listening and tuning in to the podcast! New episodes every Monday @ 7PM EST!

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This week, Matt and Chris start off the pod talking about September being Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Trying to spread awareness of any mental health struggles is one of the group's main priorities. They then discuss Chris’ recent experience being on the “All in All” podcast and talking with their amazing crew. Florida is the hot spot for this week's “Idiots in the News”. Lastly, be sure to stick around for this week's new segment, “Hypothetical of the Week”! nami.org...

In this week’s episode, Sage Ray joins Matt and Chris to discuss a question that always has some mixed answers; Can money buy happiness? Sage talks about her artwork and her aspirations to be a tattoo artist. We also talk about the growth of only fans during the digital age and how money can be easier to attain based on upbringing and career. Finally, don’t miss this week’s idiots in the news”

In this week’s episode, Chris and Matt’s friend and former coworker Brian joins the pod. The group discusses Brian’s plans on finishing his last 2 years at college after a 2-year break. Brian opens up about his first experience with therapy as well as the pressures of “set timelines” to achieve certain goals in life. As always, join us as we go “across the pond” for this week's “Idiots in the News”!

This week, Chris & Matt have none other than Nate back on the pod. The guys focus on the upcoming NFL season as well as dive into the recent news updates regarding Deshaun Watson. Gambling is now legal in the state of MA which is every Bostonion’s wet dream. Be sure to stick around for this week’s double dose of “Idiots in the News”.

Nate makes his triumphant return as our special guest of Season 2/Episode 2. The guys talk about the dangers of social media influencers, the Patriots' upcoming season, as well as the current state of WNBA player Brittney Griner. Finally, for you crypto enthusiasts, make sure you stay tuned until the end for this weeks' “Idiots in the News"

Hey all and welcome back. Chris and Matt are here to kick off Season 2! The two talk about they’ve been dealing with time off from work, environments, and what it means to invest in yourself. NBA rumors are broken down as well as some hopes for the Patriots’ upcoming season. And, as always, the glorious return of possibly our best “Idiots in the News”.

Episode 5 features one of the group’s closest friends, Sobhi, who flew back to MA to visit. The guys talk about Sobhi’s recent move to South Carolina and the overall impact big change has on our lives and how to handle it. They discuss Chris Sale starts drama for local baseball team “The Woosox” as well as some local “Idiots in the News”.

Chris, Matt, Nate, and Malik talk about what it means to surround yourself with the right people in order to grow. They discuss how trying to be liked by those around them early in life has impacted how they see themselves today. NBA free agency drama has taken the boys for quite the ride as teams in the league gain new prospects. And of course, we have this week's “Idiots in the News” where we see what’s happening down in Georgia.

This week Chris, Matt, and Nate talk about their 2022 so far and what they hope to see as it begins to come to a close. The group talk about a trip down to Miami to have some fun at Rolling Loud and network the brand at Miami Mob. The NBA draft has kicked off and Chris lays down the top prospects so far. With the NHL season coming to a close, the Avalanche and Tampa Bay duke it out for the Stanley Cup with Colorado currently leading the series. This week's “Idiots in the News” consist of some young Flor...

Chris and Matt have fellow Lightsout members Malik and Nate on the show. They dive into the downfall of the Celtics in Game 6 of the NBA Finals and what needs to be done going forward into the next season. Netflix’s most popular series “Squid Game” is back with news for a second season as well as a “reality show” version coming to the US. They then explore Justin Bieber and his condition as well as this weeks “Idiots in the News”, Amber Heard and Ezra Miller.

In this episode, Chris, Matt, and Ian talk about Men's Health Month and the NBA finals so far. They go into depth on what men’s health means to them and how they keep themselves physically and mentally grounded. At the time of the recording, the Celtics are currently up in the series 2-1. The guys share their thoughts about game 4 and what might be to come as the finals come to a close. Remember, if you enjoyed the podcast, make sure you share it with your friends!