Sidelined by the Suburbs: Has Travel Sports Ruined the Classic Family Vacation?

Sidelined by the Suburbs: Has Travel Sports Ruined the Classic Family Vacation?

Author: Ben Evers August 5, 2026 Duration: 49:07

Pack your bags, grab your maps, and get ready for a trip down memory lane! This week on the Common Folk Podcast, Ben, Morgan, and Andy are diving headfirst into the great Summer Vacation debate.

The crew takes a hard look at how summer break has changed over the last 20 years. Are families still packing up the minivan for a week of pure relaxation, or have classic getaways been completely sidelined by modern demands? Between grueling travel baseball schedules and non-stop AAU summer soccer tournaments, it feels like the traditional vacation is on life support.

To remind us of simpler times, the group shares plenty of laughs as they reminisce about their own childhood road trips. From the scenic black hills of South Dakota to the bright neon lights and theater shows of Branson, Missouri, this episode is packed with nostalgic memories, hilarious family mishaps, and a relatable look at the chaos of modern summer scheduling.

Tune in to find out if the classic family vacation can be saved, or if we are all just destined to spend our summers sitting on lawn chairs at tournament complexes!



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Common Folk is a podcast hosted by Ben Evers that brings you straight talk from the heartland. This isn't about theory or ivory towers; it's grounded conversation from everyday, hardworking people who see the world through a practical, blue-collar lens. You'll hear a 'common sense' spin on a wide range of topics that matter to people building real lives, from the trials and triumphs of starting a business to the honest realities of raising kids. The discussions also tackle current events, filtering the noise through a perspective often left out of the mainstream. It’s a show for anyone who appreciates authenticity over pretense, where complex issues are broken down with relatable Midwestern candor. Tune into this podcast for a regular dose of down-to-earth dialogue that feels like a conversation with thoughtful neighbors.
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