The Modest Podest

Nate Campbell is from the suburbs originally but has spent most of his adult life in the city of Chicago. Nate loves conversation with interesting humans and this podcast is his outlet. With a touch of comedy, this pod is intended to help everyone learn more and more about this amazing world we have. From directors of movies and wine to security experts to world travelers, the guests are always the focus of topic. Enjoy the thrills of conversation and random trivia as we all try to be better humans!

Utah and Saying No 05/25/2020

Utah and Saying No Fitness Professional Chris Allen joins the pod to discuss his move to Salt Lake City, Utah, swimming, dogs, meditating and Chris making the best business decision in his life! Trivia on Jordan Shoes /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/14562212

The Last Dance and Home Improvements 05/18/2020

The Last Dance and Home Improvements Marcus Summers rejoins the pod remotely! We discuss The Last Dance and predict the outcome of the series. Home Improvements during the stay-at-home order, getting ring lights and smooth transitions for Coronavirus. Trivia on Pull-ups /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/14467208

Running and Covid-19 05/11/2020

Running and Covid-19 Philippe Gills joins the pod to discuss the hotel industry, a hilarious story for why he did his first marathon and how his family has been affected by Covid-19 Trivia is on Running far /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/14376899

Elite Spartans and Journaling 05/04/2020

Elite Spartans and Journaling The Omar Romero joins the podcast to discuss his pursuit of becoming an Elite Spartan racer. His daily habits have transformed into accommodating this daunting task. Hear how journaling and tech apps have helped him pursue this goal! Trivia on Egg Passing /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/14275271

Deception Artist and Magic 04/27/2020

Deception Artist and Magic Luka the Deception Artist (LukaMagic.com) joins the podcast to discuss all things magic. Nate met him during a bachelor party in Milwaukee at Safehouse. Learn the importance of scripting a routine and when you know a trick is ready. Trivia on Magic Tricks /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/14168360

Tight Ship Comedy and Quarantine 04/20/2020

Tight Ship Comedy and Quarantine Two-Thirds of Tight Ship Comedy, Chris Trani and Jacob Lowrey join to talk about comedy during this time of stay-at-home. They usually run a weekly comedy show out of Half Sour, in the South Loop of Chicago. Trivia on Snowangels /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/14070605

Cancelled Competitions and Home Workouts 04/13/2020

Cancelled Competitions and Home Workouts Wes Patterson rejoins and Paulina Romo has her debut on the pod! These two fitness professionals discuss how the global pandemic has affected their lives. We discuss dealing with the disappointment of cancelled competitions they had been preparing for and how to stay motivated in new routines. Trivia on Somersaults /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/13968983

Asian Outpost and Frooties 04/07/2020

Asian Outpost and Frooties Britt Campbell joins again as cohost and teeters on a ban the whole episode. Topics include a review of Revenge of the Sith, Asian Outpost in the Sloop and Virtual Game Nights. Trivia on Shoes and Backflips /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/13881374

Remote Podding and Lakeside Sound Lab 03/31/2020

Remote Podding and Lakeside Sound Lab Quarantine has brought us remote podding! Justin Garvy returns and Britt Kaplan joins on the Pod-line. We talk about the TV Show Dave by Lil Dicky, if jam band instruments formed a basketball team who would play which position and getting on the page of Hello South Loop! for spreading love :) Trivia on Concerts /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/13773626

Quarantine and Penny Lane 03/24/2020

Quarantine and Penny Lane Britt and Rob Campbell rejoin the pod during these trying times of quarantine. We talk about fine bourbon, the pain of losing a pet and the strength of leadership for Illinois. Trivia on Toilet Paper, Seinfeld and Backwards Miles /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/13673756

Coronavirus and Exercise 03/16/2020

Coronavirus and Exercise Dr. Howie P of Suburban Radiologists joins to chat about how he is able to find time to exercise as a busy professional, Coronavirus, how airlines are dealing with its effects and he joins Instagram! Trivia on Chin-ups by a 70 year old /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/13572332

Bellemore and Somm Madness 03/10/2020

Bellemore and Somm Madness Patrick Hymer, Brittany Clapper and Chris Walsh all rejoin the pod after a dinner at Bellemore. We had some great wine, ate great food and discuss Patrick's upcoming Somm Madness tournament on April 19th here in Chicago! Trivia on Terminator and Push-ups /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/13481582

Legal Weed and SheChefski 03/02/2020

Legal Weed and SheChefski Chef Lindsey joins the pod to talk about her passion for food and cannabis legalization! We talk about bread bowls and Nate complains about Amazon and Google issues. Trivia on a hot dog /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/13381058

Dolo with Perilla 02/24/2020

Dolo with Perilla Chef Andy Lim and GM Thomas Oh (and partners of Perilla) join for lunch and a pod. We go down to Chinatown for some Dim Sum at Dolo. Conversation includes an upcoming trip to Korea, a documentary they're working on and the movie Parasite. Trivia on Jumping Jacks *Edit:Their trip has been postponed due to Coronavirus /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/13285154

Arlington Cemetery and Lacrosse 02/17/2020

Arlington Cemetery and Lacrosse The most notorious of podders are back! Butters and cohost Britt join as topics include; Street Samaritans, lacrosse as an adult, an emotional trip to Arlington Cemetery, and a Bachelor Party at Safehouse in Milwaukee. Trivia on Scotland, Arlington Cemetery and Jump Ropes /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/13187372

S.K.Y. and Kobe 02/10/2020

S.K.Y. and Kobe Mark Sisler joins the pod for the first time as Brittani returns to the cohost. The Campbell's ate at S.K.Y., Mark brought us a Surly beer to taste test, Jax Anderson at Schuba's and naming a kid. Trivia on Dribbling and Starbucks /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/13092212

Raves and Katrina 02/03/2020

Raves and Katrina Dan Millstein (DJ Stryfe) joins the podcast as we learn a bit about starting an entertainment company and becoming DJ Stryfe and how Katrina changed his whole world. We talk a bit about restaurants and what brings out the Bridezilla within ourselves. Trivia on DJ marathons. /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/13001327

Eleven City Diner and Oysters 01/27/2020

Eleven City Diner and Oysters Chris Pandel, Executive Chef of several Boka Restaurants, joins for a lunch and a pod as we review Eleven City Diner in the South Loop. We chat about eating weird things, eating beans and Nate reviews the Aaron Hernandez Netflix documentary. Trivia on Oysters /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/12904580

HYROX and Mayonnaise 01/20/2020

HYROX and Mayonnaise Wes Patterson rejoins the pod to discuss how he altered his training and nutrition to prepare for the HYROX competition this weekend at Navy Pier and Train Moment, a gym here in Chicago. Nate lost his wedding ring (again) and they discuss birthday celebrations. Trivia on Mayonnaise /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/12813419

Hiring Jesus and The Irishman 01/13/2020

Hiring Jesus and The Irishman James Clarke joins the pod to discuss if we would hire Jesus, Allen Carr's book that helps folks quit smoking, Starbucks and a review of "The Irishman" Trivia on Marathons /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/12719771

The Midnight Swinger and BANNED 01/06/2020

The Midnight Swinger and BANNED Danielle DeLano rejoins the pod to talk about ringing in the New Year, the difficulty of dining after you've been in the industry, Nate won a Fantasy Football league and we discuss resolutions. Britt Campbell cohosts but is most likely banned yet again as she tells us her word of the year is "Play" Trivia on Stand-up and Legalization /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/12638390

Neon Avenue and Kinton Ramen 12/30/2019

Neon Avenue and Kinton Ramen James Rosko, owner and stylist at Neon Avenue here in the city joins for a lunch and a pod. Brittani Campbell returns to cohost as we discuss our meal at Kinton Ramen in the West Loop, Sister Hazel and a few tips on which venues you should arrive early to for concerts in Chicago. Trivia on Hair /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/12568019

Lakeside Sound Lab and Tourist 12/23/2019

Lakeside Sound Lab and Tourist Lakeside Sound Lab, aka the Garvy brothers join the pod this week! We discuss sound equipment along with their process for creating music and song titles. The Garvy bros saw Tourist in concert and Nate names a painting. Trivia on Pianos /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/12512423

Grey Areas and Suicide 12/16/2019

Grey Areas and Suicide Trainer Ben Timmis returns to the pod! Nate explains the tech issues the pod dealt with in the last week. They discuss starting their own record keeping business sponsored by PBR. We talk Ben's 400 day challenge and athletic competitions for adults. 2021 Ninja Warrior, here we come! Trivia on Slip n Slides /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/12424025

Kitchen Possible and Exercise 12/02/2019

Kitchen Possible and Exercise Katie Lowman, founder of Kitchen Possible, joins to discuss her awesome Non-Profit that helps kids learn life lessons through cooking. Her and her husband have a great exercise trick that involves coffee and pastries. Trivia on Fast Food and the origin of "to be fired" To learn more visit: KitchenPossible.org /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/12252245

Japan and Club House Mini Golf 11/25/2019

Japan and Club House Mini Golf British Bumble Chris rejoins the pod! We discuss some of our fantasy football woes and Chris has a fun league full of shady trades. BBC spent time in Japan watching England play in the Rugby World Cup with his pops. Chris is attempting a no meat run and Nate did a Culinary Crawl here in Chicago. Support Club House Mini Golf for our friends across the pond! Trivia on escalators and insects. /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/12173921

Galas and Road Trips 11/18/2019

Galas and Road Trips @EscapewithNK joins the pod to discuss turning 30 and road trips. We discuss his NPO Street Samaritans and their upcoming gala along with how to pronounce that word. Nate had visited the world's largest Starbucks and they talk about low battery mode. Trivia on countries in a day /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/12084269

Security and GrubhHub 11/11/2019

Security and GrubhHub Mario Jones and Mark Allen join the pod! These two are expert bouncers and know how to keep the situation calm which is helpful with J's return to the pod. We spend time talking about a story of a DeadHead enjoying his time a bit too much in Wrigleyville and learn about Selenium. Turns out GrubHub has a problem of eating people's food. Trivia on Basketball and Eyelashes JPPP: Zodiac Killer Ted Cruz NSSS: The importance of diet and Flavor God /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/11994452

Honey Butter Fried Chicken and Wine 11/04/2019

Honey Butter Fried Chicken and Wine Patrick Hymer, Sommelier and Wine Director for Entente, rejoins the pod! Britt Campbell co-hosts and does a great job keeping up with the rigors of the pod life. We discuss Celine Dion and her choice to never laugh. Patrick eloquently describes two wines, a single vineyard Sherry and a red Beaujolais that features a horse-head on the label, so you know it pairs well with the pod! Nate reviews Honey Butter Fried Chicken and a discussion of tips vs wages in the restaurant industry ensues. Trivia: Halloween Candy and Bouncy Houses NSSS: Get moving on the first day of your work week! /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/11904752

Halloween and Social Media 10/28/2019

Halloween and Social Media Brittany Clapper joins the podcast! She is a woman who wears many hats but sits down to tell Nate how to work with social media and a bit about her time as an actress. She reviews the movie Rocket Man and Nate reviews the Netflix show Living with Yourself. Neither of us enjoy scary movies and we discuss that a smidge. J is on strike, perhaps to support the CTU and this is the first week without him. Trivia: Instagram Bots /episode/index/show/modestpodest/id/11813255

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