Back for solo episode 7. I dive into techniques on how to improve your memory—sharing tips that have helped me to remember names and lists. I also give my take on the recent election, with a bit of humor and a bot of speculation. Plus, there’s a story from my trip to Vietnam, where I
Why Nice Guys Finish Last: An Open Letter to Men
Dear Men— We’ve all heard nice guys finish last. It’s true. Nice guys get taken advantage of. Recall how many of your buddies have been left by a woman because “he’s too nice” vs “too mean.” Not sure the latter ever happens. I’m not encouraging you to be an a-hole. Rather I’m saying it’s better
Intoxicating Kindness
When I was in Zambia, one kid was like my shadow. If I turned around, his eyes were locked on me. I felt like Michael Jordan (maybe sans charisma and all the talent). That’s because when I was 12 years old and MJ was on WGN, I’d stop and watch his every move, even yelling
Prague Castle, Lil Wayne, New Orleans
3rd solo episode from Europe. I tell tales from Central Europe and a childhood story that contributed to us being here. I discuss “why Prague?” and share a brief history of Czechoslovakia. Crazy to see how much has changed since my first time here in 2015. If present-day Prague interests you, I’ll share tips for
Nobody Gets Out of Here Alive
Nothing in life will be more harmful to you than your own thoughts. More peace and happiness can be developed by organizing your mind so as to reduce thoughts that make you unhappy. “It isn’t what you have, or who you are, or where you are, or what you are doing, that makes you happy
Travel to Budapest, Coldplay Concert, Parenting Beef
In this solo episode, I share the story of our unexpected journey from Berchtesgaden, Germany, to Budapest, Hungary. Our month-long stay in Berchtesgaden was cut short. But it turned into an adventurous detour due to a problem with our Airbnb. We “trained” 8 hours east. From Germany – Austria – Hungary, finally settling in my
Lifelong Friendships, Eagle’s Nest, 90s Comedy, Jesus Christ
Tupac once said twelve shots couldn’t stop him, he took it and smiled. The problem for Pac was he didn’t know what was coming next. I know the feeling. Things can go from bad to worse real fast. The past year’s been a nightmare for your newly-humbled host with an old podcast. I feel like I
Wisdom & Insight from a Former Olympian Sprinter with Coach Pow (Round 2)
You asked for it. We delivered. Because after Emmanuel Paris’ first appearance on the podcast, our ‘socials’ were flooded with DMs from listeners who couldn’t get enough of his wisdom and insight. Paris, also known as “Coach Pow,” today made his second appearance. Coach Pow isn’t your run-of-the-mill fitness expert. He doesn’t just “talk the
Nomadic Russian, Financial Freedom, 7-Day Dry Fasts for a Psychological & Emotional Reset with Galina Lipina
Galina Lipina spent 15+ years in IT industry managing projects for global corporations and startups. She is also a speaker, trainer and a certified coach. She helps people create harmony with themselves and in their relationships, and achieve goals with ease and flow. Also, blending her passions of transformation and business into one—she helps organizations to change their culture by transforming individuals.
Surviving a Tsunami in Thailand, Why Women Want a Dominant Man & Three Stocks to Buy and Hold with Benjamin Wall
My guest is Benjamin Wall. He’s originally from the UK, now living in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. The son of a former bank robber who was in-and-out of jail, my guest ironically had a successful career in finance, following work as a nightclub bouncer, debt collector and stripper. Nowadays, Ben supports himself day-trading, which long-time
Growing up in East Berlin, Climate Change & My Life as a Pansexual with Jessica Kind
My guest is Dr. Jessica Kind. She is a climate change scientist, entrepreneur, and NFT illustrator currently living and working in Guatemala. Back in 2015, she and a group of friends started the fossil fuel divestment movement in Switzerland because of the risks it poses for both investors and the planet. In 2011, she also