Episode 398
Morning 6-Pack - Small Town Shenanigans: Six Hilarious Signs!
Ever wondered if you’re living in a small town? Well, wonder no more! Haystack is counting down six hilarious and totally relatable signs that you might just be in a small-town paradise—or maybe purgatory! From checking if your date is your cousin to the mayor showing up to fix your garbage disposal, we’ve got some wild and wacky indicators that will have you laughing out loud. Join us as we dive into this quirky countdown and find out if your cozy corner of the world is indeed a small town. Trust me, you won’t want to miss these knee-slappers! Let’s get this small-town party started!
Takeaways:
- Americans are flocking back to small towns like it's the latest TikTok trend!
- The biggest shift in living preferences is all about escaping the city hustle!
- Surprisingly, small towns are thriving due to lower costs and community vibes!
- You know you live in a small town when the mayor shows up to fix your sink!
- Rural areas are gaining residents faster than you can say 'Thank ya, next!'
- The top sign of small town life? Your grocery store is also the police station!
Transcript
Good morning.
Speaker A:A taste act and data is telling us that Americans are starting to embrace small towns again, moving back to small towns.
Speaker A:And in fact, it's becoming one of the biggest demographic shifts in many, many decades.
Speaker A: of U.S. census figures since: Speaker A:Young adults from 25 to 44 are leading the charge.
Speaker A:Two thirds of growth in that age group happening in smaller metros or rural counties, compared to 90% of growth in that age group before the pandemic.
Speaker A: % in the early: Speaker A:That is the highest rate in nearly a century.
Speaker A:Nearly 15 million Americans moved last year.
Speaker A:Many were ditching the big cities for quieter, more affordable places.
Speaker A:Analysis highlighted rural leaning states like South Dakota posting the biggest gains driven by lower costs, no state income tax in some places, and better access to outdoor living.
Speaker A:With 88% of movers saying it's all about saving money, or at least that's a big part of it, and 78% wanting a small town lifestyle studies and surveys point to real benefits too.
Speaker A:There's stronger community connections, of course, in a small town.
Speaker A:Easier access to nature, less pollution, a focus on experiences over the hustle and bustle.
Speaker A:Small town living often delivers that sense of belonging and peace that many crave.
Speaker A:Of course, challenges exist everywhere, but this revival shows that small towns are drawing people home for a reason.
Speaker A:And if you've, if you've been around some small towns, maybe you wonder, is this really a small town?
Speaker A:Here are the six signs that you live in a small town.
Speaker B:Best way to start your day.
Speaker B:These six jokes.
Speaker B:He's about to say, listen up for old Haystack.
Speaker B:Crack open the moor.
Speaker B:Six pack.
Speaker B:Sorry, Had to hit the cough button on the mic.
Speaker A:Had to turn it off for a second.
Speaker B:Got a little coffee down the wrong pipe.
Speaker A:That's what I get for taking a.
Speaker B:Sip of coffee while the guys singing the six pack song.
Speaker B:I'm sorry.
Speaker B:It was just coffee, I promise.
Speaker B:Okay, these are the.
Speaker B:These are the top six signs that you live in a small town.
Speaker A:Number six, you cannot date someone new without checking to see if you share a great uncle.
Speaker A:Number five, the town mayor is currently at your house fixing your garbage disposal.
Speaker A:Number four, the entire high school sports budget consists of a weekend car wash and hope.
Speaker A:Number three, the city park is just a single squeaky swing set and a very determined oak tree number two.
Speaker A:The welcome sign is on the same post as the thanks for visiting sign.
Speaker B:And the number one sign that you live in a small town.
Speaker A:The City hall, police station, fire station is also the grocery store, Laundromat and Quickie Lube.
