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January 22, 2025
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Rising Decline Revisited: I Got Fired From Moondoggies… From Surf Shop to Fire Engine [Part 9 of 18]

In this episode, we’re diving into track five of Rising Decline’s second album, Camden Road. This episode unpacks the hilarious (and insightful) story behind “I Got Fired from Moondoggies,” written by our singer Brent after—well—you guessed it, getting fired from a surf shop. We’ll talk about the bridge (both the musical kind and the life lesson kind), creating lyrics on the fly in the studio, and how this story connects to the bigger idea of redefining success in education. Spoiler alert: sometimes you’re just not cut out for retail, and that’s okay. Stick around for reflections on passion, career fit, and why giving students choice is the key to unlocking their true potential. Let’s do this!

If you haven’t yet, listen to the previous tracks in the series, Camden Road, Picture Framed Candle, Carousel, and Lemonade. Stay tuned for the next episode, where you’ll hear the song Lemonade in its entirety. This is song four of nine from Rising Decline’s second album. Enjoy the journey of nostalgia and innovation!

Rising Decline Revisited: Lemonade [Part 8 of 18] Rising Decline Revisited: I Got Fired From Moondoggies [Part 10 of 18]
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Rising Decline Revisited: Happy Face [Part 12 of 18]

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Rising Decline Revisited: Happy Face and the Mask We Wear [Part 11 of 18]

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Rising Decline Revisited: I Got Fired From Moondoggies [Part 10 of 18]

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