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Story Time at the Roo Bus

The Real Roo Bus
Bonnaroo
TOTEM Foundation
Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival
Music Festivals
Burning Man
Glass Animals
Hulaween
Hula Ween
Edm
Nashville
Ethel Cain
Shaky Knees
T-Pain
Electric Forest
Justice
Tipper
Post Malone
Travel
Live Nation
Olivia Rodrigo

Story Time at the Roo Bus Podcast: Behind the Scenes of Music Festivals | Supporting the TOTEM Foundation

Welcome to Story Time at the Roo Bus, a weekly podcast dedicated to the vibrant music festival community. Join us as we dive deep into everything from Bonnaroo to other iconic music festivals, featuring exclusive interviews and in-depth conversations with the people who bring Earth's greatest ... more

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Latest Episodes

This week, Sharla and Daniel are back inside the Roo Bus for a packed Bonnaroo 2026 weekend episode covering the latest festival news, Outeroo discoveries, and all the random chaos that makes the farm feel like home. We talk about the Bonnaroo Superj... more

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It's a doubleheader this week!  Jax and Sky have Adam from the House of Yes on this week to give us a ton of fun details on what they're up to at Bonnaroo this year, plus we're thrilled to have our TOTEM class of 2026 on to introduce themselves.  Sha... more

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It's a big episode this week!  The weather is great and the bus is just about ready, so Sharla and Daniel are outside on the hood to talk about a bunch of big announcements.  We'll talk about the Group Plaza Party, Centeroo programming and much more.... more

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On this episode of Story Time at the Roo Bus, we celebrate what truly makes Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival special: the people, creativity, and community that bring The Farm to life! Roo is more than a company or trademark. It’s the fans and the wh... more

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Recent Guests

Adam from House of Yes
Representative from House of Yes discussing programming and Bonnaroo activities
House of Yes
Episode: 245 - Pride Party with House of Yes and our TOTEM Class of 2026
Giggles the Clown
Clown artist focusing on clown art, female clown movement
Candy Clown Crew
Episode: 243 - 50 Days to Bonnaroo with Giggles the Clown
Megan Seth
Friend of Bonnery family, festival participant
Bonnery family / Fractal Bloom
Episode: 237 - Making Campsite Magic Happen with Matty, Myk and LSDaniel
Becca Rubian
Festival content creator, active on TikTok
Becca Rubian on TikTok
Episode: 226 - Festival Content Creators of Bonnaroo and Our Top of 2025
Morgan Jahnig
Bassist and member of Old Crow Medicine Show
Old Crow Medicine Show
Episode: 224 - Bonnaroo Lineup Day 2026 with the Bonnaroo Staff and Morgan Jahnig of Old Crow Medicine Show
Justin Osborne
Singer and founder of the band Susto
Susto
Episode: 223 - The Return of Roo Radio and Our First Wednesday Headliner SUSTO!
Andrew Kilo
Tame Impala enthusiast, moderator of the Rumor and Confirmation thread on Reddit
Episode: 221 - Tame Impala Deep Dive with Andrew
Drew Morgan
Comedian and member of the WellRED Comedy Tour
Episode: 219 - Comedian Drew Morgan and our TOTEM Scholars
Russ aka Lord Taco
Host of The What Podcast
The What Podcast
Episode: 212 - Labor Day at the Creek with Lord Taco and Lindsey

Hosts

Sharla
Host of Story Time at the Roo Bus, frequent co-host
Daniel
Co-host of Story Time at the Roo Bus

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 119 ratings
  • Great Show

    10/10 would listen again ✨

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DebbieGallagher
    United States4 years ago
  • Great show

    Awesome to see you all grow from being fans of Roo to hosting an amazing podcast to being on the plaza lineup. Love listening each week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JRWenzel
    United States5 years ago
  • Takin me back!

    Y’all are fun to listen to and remind me of my home away from life. Keep radiating positivity!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gimlistar
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners note the positive, uplifting energy and community vibes across episodes.
Fans praise the show's authentic storytelling and helpful festival insights.
Great show; listeners appreciate growth from fans to hosts and the plaza lineup coverage.

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242 - Building a Van for Bonnaroo, Festivals and National Parks with Chris & Chey
Q: Any travel plans beyond Bonnaroo with the van?
Yes, the van opens up opportunities to visit festivals across the country and national parks, enabling more trips and experiences beyond their home festival.
242 - Building a Van for Bonnaroo, Festivals and National Parks with Chris & Chey
Q: How will the van change your Bonnaroo experience?
Sleep and recovery will improve dramatically; a quiet, comfortable space helps us wake up refreshed for long festival days and hikes, making the overall experience more enjoyable.
242 - Building a Van for Bonnaroo, Festivals and National Parks with Chris & Chey
Q: What has been the biggest challenge in the build so far?
Measuring and making sure everything fits right, setting up a solid base for a bed platform and drawers, and ensuring things stay square to avoid jams and neck pains during sleep.
242 - Building a Van for Bonnaroo, Festivals and National Parks with Chris & Chey
Q: Tell us about why you chose a Ford Transit Connect for your van build.
We looked at many types but settled on the Transit Connect because it's smaller, gas-efficient, and because Chey drove a Focus which shares DNA with the van, making it easier to handle and familiar for long road trips.
234 - The Where Stage EDM Lineup with Imani
Q: What advice would you give to new attendees preparing for Bonnaroo?
Have your travel logistics planned out early, listen to the music lineup, and be open to discovering new artists.

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What is Story Time at the Roo Bus about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on the vibrant festival ecosystem, with a strong emphasis on Bonnaroo, community-building, and behind-the-scenes storytelling from organizers, volunteers, and performers. Across recent episodes it often spotlights renegade and official programming efforts, mentorship and safety within festival spaces, TOTEM Foundation's nonprofit work, and actionable insights for attendees, organizers, and aspiring industry participants. Noteworthy angles include the evolution of community-led camps into formal programming, strategies for sustaining inclusive environments, tips for first-timers, and candid discussions about ticketing, lineups, and festival culture. The format blends personal anecdotes, practical advice, and guest perspectiv... more

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4. Becca Rubian
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7. Andrew Kilo
8. Drew Morgan

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