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194 - It's Easter Week

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:45:37 +0000

In case you are wondering, it is not a coincidence that our current book is Surprised By Joy by C.S. Lewis. That is because it is the holy season. I was hoping to end it here but clearly I got hung up in my own life and so we just got started. Nevertheless, today I make an argument for the true Christian holiday and the hope of eternal salvation.

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193 - It Is Forever

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:47:12 +0000

Last week was an emotional one. We were supposed to be moving and then we weren't. I have to admit that I have no idea what to do. The safest thing is to continue preparing to move without any real guarantee that it is going to happen. I am taking you down with me this week.

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192 - Oceana has always been at war with Eastasia

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:52:49 +0000

You have believe that Orwell was going to come up again, how could it not? There is just so much always related to what is going on with current events and our government. This seems to be the 'Newspeak' that obfuscates our judgement, numbs our senses and polarizes our positions. Tune in today to hear Orwell's words come back from the past.

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191 - This is the Last

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:00:24 +0000

This is a swan song to my podcasting in my office. Man, I am going to miss this place when (if) we move. There very well may be one more podcast after today but I don't know where I will record it. I expect that there will be a hiatus while we move so this is why this podcast is titled the last even though there is a chance it wont be. There is a brief mention of world politics but I use it as an illustration to my main theme; Do Things That Matter.

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190 - Its a First

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:16:08 +0000

Brace yourselves, this is my first podcast in my new office. Yes, the audio quality is not good at all. The room is super echo-y and I am on my Bluetooth headset for a microphone. That makes the resolution low to begin with, nevermind the acoustics. This is all about what I have been up to and I didn't just seemingly disappear. That means that the podcast stays. I will work to make this better just not today.

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189 - Not Tools But Fishing

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:56:19 +0000

I have fishing on the mind. We are headed out to the lake house again for a couple of days and so I thought that I would throw in on how to get started with fishing. This is not the skills but where to start with the gear. Join me today when I talk about where to start when you don't know a thing.

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188 - A Starter Home Tool Kit

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:01:19 +0000

Before you go to the supercenter and plunk down $50 on a substandard tool kit, consider spending twice that amount and get the tools that you will actually need and last a lifetime. Heck, buy a couple each month if budget is a concern. I give recommendations on where to shop, what to get and how to feel confident in the tools that you do have rather than a kit that never gets opened. You might find that you actually get into it, like me but at least you will have something that someone can help you if the need arises.

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187 - The Truth Is In the Middle

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:24:48 +0000

You might have been wondering where I am at such a polarizing time. That time has come. I comment on the Minneapolis, ICE shooting that occurred a couple of weeks ago. I also talk about history and how events of the Boston Massacre relate to this and what I think you should do about it, if anything. Remember, we should be doing what matters. Consider my words but keep on doing things that matter for the proper perspective.

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186 - A Starter Mechanics Tool Set

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:26:13 +0000

Today's podcast was born out of some question my son was asking me. Today I talk about things to consider when starting out buying tools. It is really hard to recommend brands especially when things change over the years so I focus more on the what to do versus what not to do. Hopefully, I impart some wisdom so that you can do your own analysis and make your own decisions. There probably are some buy or do not buy recommendations but it all depends on what you are doing and want to do in the future.

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185 - Is Goal A Dirty Word

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 14:15:44 +0000

We are in that time of year where a lot of people are thinking about ways to become a different person. You might call it a resolution or just a goal but despite the fact that our culture highly regards goals, I tend to think that they are not all they are cracked up to be. Goals have their place but what are they going to do for you and your future? Today I talk about the traps of goals and how to incorporate them into becoming the real person you want to be.

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184 - AltF4's 2025 In Review

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 14:58:53 +0000

Today I go through my work in 2025 and sum up the highlights for the year. I analyze the general theme of the month/quarter/year as well as highlight my favorites of the year. When I look back at previous years, I realize that this has typically been a post and not a podcast. Oh well, I already planned it this way. See you in 2026.

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183 - Festivus 2025

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 14:57:43 +0000

I've got a lot of problems with you people. It is time for the annual airing of grievances. You can probably guess some of the items because it seems like they are on my list every year. However, there are some new ones this year. Thank goodness because I get tired of brining up the same issues. Stay tune to the end if you want to hear about how this process has effected me and the impact to the new year.

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182 - Who Do You Want to Be

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:43:58 +0000

While the deal is not completely done, we are in the process of packing. We are also paying rent in the new house and so we have the keys but I am a little leery of doing too much until the deal is done. It does allow us to do some advanced planning about how things are going to be arranged at the new house. As I pack, I am wondering how I am going to cram things into the places that no longer exist. It makes me feel like I missed my window on some hobbies and that maybe I should consider down sizing. My internal debate today.

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181 - Tis the Season 2025

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:47:13 +0000

It's that time of year again. It is time for my gift buying episode. The thing that is different about this year is that I also talk about strategies that I typically use for my spouse. I probably won't get a lump of coal this year but these are the kinds of things I would suggest for guys like me. Feel free to send me something on my list and good luck in your season's shopping.

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180 - Moving is a Pain In The Neck

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:49:19 +0000

There is a reason that my regular cadence has cooled tremendously. Today I talk about those reasons and a little bit about what my future holds. Let me just say that getting old isn't for the feint of heart. Hopefully we all get the opportunity.

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179 - I Had a Dream

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:20:11 +0000

I had a dream that one day I would be independent pursuing the American Dream. This is my admission of surrender that AltF4.co is limping along as a labor of love rather than a career. Today I talked about the changes in my life, where I have been and my future.

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178 - Are We Talking About the Same Person

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 13:47:38 +0000

This is the story that never ends, so I thought I would throw in my two cents about it. You know who I am talking about, Charlie Kirk. But, before I get into that I want to talk about the intended subject of the podcast, LBJ. Ultimately you can decide but what I am highlighting is how people can look at the same data and come to two different conclusions. If you are finding that you are getting pushed around between two sides of Kirk's legacy, then this podcast is for you.

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177 - The Purple Phase

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:01:13 +0000

I almost disappeared off the face of the earth. I said almost. Today, I talk about what has been going on and the prognosis for the future. The title, my lack of content and all that will be in today's podcast. Hopefully you will find that it is not just an explanation of nuts and bolts but also an emotional story into a parents journey into a new phase of life for everyone involved.

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176 - Is Value Possible?

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:09:14 +0000

The word value in business is thrown around like a dirty pair of socks. It is a huge buzz word in the context of value sells, especially in an uncertain economy. But, does value mean the same to everyone? In fact, I think a lot of the customer fatigue and lack of satisfaction after delivery comes from a mismatch in the understanding of value. I am going to explore the definitions and struggles with the concept of value.

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175 - The Patriarch of Birthday Week

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 13:46:49 +0000

Maybe there is something about me that old people like to talk to. I have heard stories from my wife's grandparents that she has never heard. That being said, this story is not one of them. But, it is quite a bit out there as in unbelievable. Believe it or not, but this is the story of my wife's paternal grandfather who had all the kids and was also the first birthday in what I call 'Birthday Week'.

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174 - The Kick

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 13:13:18 +0000

If you have ever been a long distance runner, then you know the term. I explain what it means and how it is all related to the subject today. This won't be a sports show but an analogy to how and why it is important to know your pace and pace yourself so that you can achieve the best possible finish.

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173 - Our America

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 13:22:14 +0000

If you listen to the news or social media, then it will drive you crazy. Not only do we have to take responsibility for our burgeoning 'Idiocrasy' but also the constant stream of lies over our whole lives. But, if we dwell on that, we will get sucked down the whirlpool drawn and deeper into our own personal Matrix. Today I talk about current news and then what I am doing about it.

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172 - The Advanced Placement Lie

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 13:48:11 +0000

End your programming means that we have to start questioning and evaluating some of the most hallowed status quo. That means that institutions such as the local school district or education first groups like Advanced Placement have more in mind than college credit. There is an extremely effective message on overselling the value of participation. Don't get me wrong, they do what they claim, but it certainly matters what the definition of is, is if you get my drift.

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171 - Do or Die

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 13:38:50 +0000

The origin of this podcast came from me needing to get my notes put together for a podcast. I thought it would be cute to carry the theme through the rest of the podcast. That means that I am talking about projects and initiatives that I have in the pipeline. You might be surprised at my conclusion or my take on it at least.

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170 - Brought to You Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:14:05 +0000

If you liked the Toby Keith song and message, then you may not like what I have to say today. The topics covered pretty much stick to the topic such as Trump, Iran, justification for bombing and what that means for his legacy. I also talk about what I am doing instead of fretting about things outside of my circle of influence.

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169 - A Light, Summer Platter

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:48:40 +0000

Alright, maybe the platter only has one kind of sandwich on it. Maybe it is an 'S'-sandwich at that. But the idea was that I was going to have a smorgasbord of topics to cover. I guess you got ham and turkey. These are the sandwiches that are going to fill you up though. Let's stop talking about sandwiches and give a listen.

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168 - Who's America Really Is the Handmaid's Tale?:

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:02:21 +0000

Due to circumstances beyond my control, I had a lot of downtime, The Handmaid's Tale has been on my reading radar but this time I was watching a show the show with my wife. I take a critical look at the symbology and structure of the show to see if that world is in our future somehow. You might be surprised at my analysis.

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167 - Is It An Illusion?

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 13:18:14 +0000

Things may not be as they seem. In this case, that was true. Our senses are a good predicter on whether things look right, feel right then probably are right. But when there is conflicting information it does pay to take a closer look.

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166- Podfade

Tue, 27 May 2025 13:37:10 +0000

A term coined in the mid-2000s about podcasts that stopped releasing new episodes. A show that I listen to recently announced that they would stop making new episodes. I talk about what that means to me as well as some personal information going on in my life and how that effects AltF4.co.

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165 - Tunnel Vision

Mon, 19 May 2025 13:07:25 +0000

When I look at the calendar, things are pretty booked through late July. This is only a season and I am hoping that with kids starting their own journeys that I can look forward to future years of a more controlled fashion. All this being said, too much focus on the present can loose track of steps to prepare to future projects that need to happen now. I share my tunnel vision and encourage you to take a step back so that you don't miss the opportunity.

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164 - Reflections On 20 Years of Parenthood

Mon, 12 May 2025 13:44:41 +0000

Parenting can feel like a bull ride sometimes. If you draw the easy one then you might hang on but miss the style points. If you get the hard one, it might kill you. Hang on and do the best you can. My family dynamic is about to to change with graduation coming up in less than a month. As such, I talk about things that occur on that journey and analyze options.

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163 - Impromptu Staycation

Mon, 05 May 2025 14:07:55 +0000

Today, I will talk about what I did last week. It was not really scheduled but I got a lot done by making the most of time. There were some honey-dos as well as some purely self-indulgent things that I chose to do. As a result, I feel good and I do feel rested unlike some of the amazing trips I have taken as vacation over the years.

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162 - Is the Pope Controversial?

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 13:35:59 +0000

I am not Catholic, but I have a lifelong closeness to the religion. Today, I talk about how my proximity has influenced my life as well as some of the controversies related to the direction of Catholicism. Surprise, surprise even Dante gets into the discussion. This is about remembering Pope Francis and the impact the church has on inside and outside the faith.

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161 - Know Your Facts

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 13:55:58 +0000

It is easy to get into a groove and seek validation with sources that meet your bias. I am just as guilty of this by listening to things like talk radio and podcasts. I do this sometimes because I wonder how or why some event is going to be spun. It was years ago that I was listening to Glen Beck and he announced that he was no longer going to talk about Obama as well as pray for him. I thought, what a novel idea. Someone that lives by values that he proclaims to oppose the establishment. We should all make up our minds with facts rather than siding with people we largely agree.

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160 - Six Months After Helene

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 13:12:04 +0000

I thought that it would be fun (for me) to reminisce about my time in the Carolinas. Of course, I was interested about whether they were getting equitable treatment in the clean-up efforts as well as whether Helene was as bad as I imagined. I suspect that it was worse because things look alright considering the amount of work that was still being done.

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159 - Why Do I Care About Food?

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 14:55:37 +0000

I am not outing anybody, but I do talk about what I would call food processing nightmares today. In some cases, it is enough to make your appetite turn. But we all have to eat to thrive. Fortunately, we have choice and at least at certain times of year we have tremendous abundance. Food can be one of the great pleasures in life that is also a necessity. I encourage you to learn more about your choices.

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158 - Stay Safe Out There

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 13:03:53 +0000

Big news that was not unexpected happened last week in the bio tech sector. 23 and Me declared bankruptcy in order to sell the company. I have a little bit of experience with it and I share that today as well as what I see went wrong. I finish today off with some general tips on what to do to protect yourself in the future. Keep your head on a swivel when it comes to protecting your identity.

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157 - Think You Know Vietnam

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 13:52:35 +0000

There are a lot of movies where I think, I'd like to see that. Ken Burn's The Vietnam War is one of those. I have watch his Civil War series many years ago. This is less of a review of his work than an analysis of what we as a people should learn from Vietnam. I consider myself fairly well versed but I learned quite a few things from this. To be honest, nothing should be a surprise but I have been fooled by the Team America propaganda over the years.

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156 - A Tale of Two Cities, Not Dickens

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 13:56:18 +0000

Today is a tale about two cities that share a border. One went one way and the the other a different way. As with all of my work, many times looks are deceiving. I am relatively sure that we can take this little story and overlay it over other things that are going on to make a parable more relatable. Tune in today to find out what those cities did and what we can learn from it in other contexts.

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155 - Can You Be Sick and Productive?

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 13:46:37 +0000

I am sure that everyone has their own personal answer to this. For me, it throws a wrench into things when I want to do something else and I am forced to take some downtime. Of course, I always want to make the best out of an imperfect situation which leads me thinking about what I can do with this time. I talk about those things today.

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154 - Purple Hair, Hipster Beard, Muffin Top, Skinny Jeans

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 14:42:01 +0000

Flannel, messenger bag and mock combat boots. Have I painted the picture yet? Meet Generation Z, the latest Artist generation that is coming of age. The last Artist generation were the Silents. I read a snippet of Co-Pilot, Microsoft's AI to see what they have to say about Gen Z, but I also talk about some other things going on in life related to my ability to relate to them.

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153 - Eko Loves You, So Do I

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 14:29:46 +0000

I don't exactly know who this person is, but the writings are fire. I saw this reposted on MeWe the other day and I have been forming my own opinions about the massive changes going on at the federal level of government with amazement. Trump and DOGE have a demolition crew at the base of dam. When they finally destroy the foundation, they will probably get crushed in the force of the flood and debris but the impossible is beginning to happen.

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152 - This is My Therapy

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 14:54:26 +0000

Today I break one of my guidelines about bringing up politics midweek. But, this is less about the topic and more about me being upset about what transpired. Sure I made some mistakes by participating and was a contributor to the argument. Today, I talk about why I am so upset and what I am going to do about it. And yes, I am starting to feel better.

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151 - How a Job is Like Dating

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 14:44:08 +0000

If I worked at this a little bit, I could turn this from something serious into some sort of stand-up routine. But, alas I am not going to be a comedian today but adding some perspective. If you are struggling in either relationship or your job then maybe one parallel or the other will ring true. I may or may not be taking my own advice here but I am recognizing what some of my tendencies lean toward.

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150 - Dirty Secrets From the Trail

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 14:24:25 +0000

Today I am going to talk about things you never hear at the sporting goods store. You don't read magazine or blog articles about it. Heck, people don't even talk about it. This might be because they don't deal with it. But, my encouragement for testing or practice is all about the subject. These are the things that have happened to me as I continue to train for my PCT section hike.

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149 - People, Calm the 'F' Down

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 14:35:03 +0000

You have probably heard the saying 'What is old is new again.". Well, today is no exception. With people freaking out about the new administration, I try to make the argument that you shouldn't be so concerned just because wasn't your guy. Conversely, I don't think you should be jumping up and down if it is your guy. I think that you will see what I mean if you give it a listen.

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148 - On True vs While True

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 19:31:23 +0000

I say pretty much what I want to say in the podcast. This concept is sufficiently nuanced and complicated that I won't do it justice in a short paragraph. This is a programming concept and I do my best to distinguish how you would use each type. The reason that I think it is important is all about that ever sharpening logic saw that I keep pushing and working on myself.

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147 - Winter Is the Time For Rest

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 15:25:24 +0000

Since the beginning of time, man and nature rested in the Winter. I think I am inventing a new tradition. Just kidding, but today I talk about current events in my life and what my plans are moving forward. There is a reason the saying 'No Rest For the Wicked' is common. It describes me perfectly.

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146 - If There Was Something To Like About...

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 14:32:08 +0000

about a Politician, then this might be the one. There has been a lot of to do about recently deceased, former president Jimmie Carter. I acknowledged last week, while I was alive during the entire term of Jimmie Carter I don't remember a single thing. As a result, I have been reading a lot of anecdotes and other things about the man. Dare I say, his legacy as a President might be dubious but his legacy as human is impeccable. Is there anything else more important?

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145 - Through the Years

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 14:37:44 +0000

Join me on memory lane for certain reasons. It is my birthday and it is a big one. I relay certain events in my life and use that for a foundation to get into the next book "The Fourth Turning". Hopefully it will also be anecdotal and somewhat amusing as well.

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144 - Goal Setting With Meaning

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 14:01:33 +0000

It's that time of year again that everyone is looking forward. Only 9% of people are still working on New Year's resolutions by the end of the year. Why is that? I talk a lot about that today and what you can do about it. This topic applies throughout the entire year, not just at the beginning but we all have to start somewhere.

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143 - Festivus 2024

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 14:59:01 +0000

For the Rest Of Us... Festivus is becoming a tradition around here for good reason. I've got a lot of problems with you people. I talk a lot of sports, some politics and current issues. This is part of wrapping up the year that I am in the midst of at this time. I am warning you that I ran a little long. But, I will give you a break next week. Happy Festivus from AltF4.

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142 - Christmas List 2024

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 14:09:11 +0000

I am coming back again with another year of Christmas ideas. For reference, I try to not talk about items that I talked about in previous years for a better catalog of ideas. I imagined this to be a quick run down of things that I would like but it morphed into a much longer rabbit trail. I share the whys and thoughts of some of the things that I would put on a Christmas list

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141 - Choose One, Or Not

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:46:52 +0000

I probably should spend less time speaking on politics. This is based on the number of times that I say it doesn't matter. It almost could be perceived as hypocritical. What I try to do is justify why we shouldn't and today is no different. Tune in to hear more evidence on the harmful effects of choosing sides.

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140 - Getting Real

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 14:02:39 +0000

What can I say, we all need inspiration. It is especially true when the environment changes and you didn't welcome it. Today I talk about two different streams of changes and how that has impacted the way business was done. It is sometimes overwhelming to change when that is not what you want to do.

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139 - Off Season Investigation

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 14:21:11 +0000

You probably have gone on vacation and fallen in love with the place you were at. I know that I have. But, vacationing and living are two different things. First, it is likely that you are visiting at the ideal time of year. Can you deal with living somewhere on the less than ideal time of year?

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138 - Let Us Be Thankful

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:59:21 +0000

As we get ready for one of the biggest holidays of the year that focuses on being thankful, I talk about my feelings on the subject this year. Hopefully, you don't think it is just me spouting my particular brand of subjects but that I offer a perspective of what thankfulness means in a more existential sense.

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137 - Finally Something To Be Excited About

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 14:39:52 +0000

Trump has wasted no time getting ready to start. I believe that this is something that comes from his non-governmental background. Successful projects are always planning to have the best and fastest possible results. I am still on the fence about him or any other politician for that matter but from what I have heard so far, this has the possibility to actually Make America Great Again. I will reserve judgement, but the marketing is great.

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136 - The Role of Mentors

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:53:52 +0000

Today I talk about a mentor that passed away. I took a trip down memory lane a little bit. From that, I draw some conclusions about the value of mentors and why we men should be looking to pay it forward. As it is from the heart, it should be a good one.

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135 - Have We Voted Our Way Out Yet?

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:52:59 +0000

If we just vote harder, if our candidate wins, have you seen it work? I wonder why? Why is it that a unified legislative and and executive body still does not fulfill campaign promises? I talk about these questions today as well as cover the Oregon ballot and what the election results mean to me.

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134 - A Chance Encounter

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:49:10 +0000

Sometimes things happen by chance. I don't know why we meet the people we do and even more than that, hit it off. You should know by now, this episode is not necessarily about that but a couple of movie reviews that I ran into by chance. One is about who we were in the past and one is about who we are about to be in the future.

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133 - Trick or Treat 2024

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 13:50:05 +0000

I sure had a lot to say for not know what to talk about. I had forgot that I had a Trick or Treat 2023 until I was checking to see if I had used that title already. So, I thought I would do it again after I check in on how those little treats played out from last year. I go of in a new direction this year primarily relating Halloween symbols to current events. That is all I am going to say, tune in for more.

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132 - Fishing the West

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 13:13:22 +0000

Hot off of my vacation, I have fishing on the mind. I talk a little about what we did, the politics and some of the current status of fishing near me. This is a topic that could literally go on for hours there is so much to talk about. I keep it to the basics today.

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131 - Who Is Right?

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:27:09 +0000

Sometimes I think that we are so convinced that we are right that we miss what is going on around us. Our paradigm is so tight that we cant even understand the counter to our position. That is what today's podcast is all about. You will probably be surprise on my take of 'Law and Order'.

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130 - Carolina In My Mind

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 17:20:35 +0000

This is a bonus podcast. I pushed my regular recorded podcast for tomorrow. Since I am out of pocket, I wanted to make sure to let my Carolina brothers know I see you, I hear you, I am praying for you. As preparedness minded as I am, I don't know how you could ready for a situation like this. Keep up the good fight.

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129 - The Case For Good Design

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 13:55:47 +0000

I like to take a wandering path. I talk about cars to establish the point with homes. This is a topic that is near and dear to my heart and given the choice, I will take design over specifications any day of the week. Join me today to see if you agree.

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128 - These Are the Good Ol' Days

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 13:56:31 +0000

I admit that I spend a lot of my time forward looking. That sometimes leads my wife to accusing me of not living in the moment. Today you get a little of both. I have to say that I think this is my favorite time of year. But, don't get caught just enjoying yourself with potential storms ahead.

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127 - Right For Me

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 13:08:29 +0000

I hit on a lot of different subjects today. This is probably a topic that could have gone on for several more hours. I kept thinking of additional things and different applicable examples that fit in with what I was trying to say. I found that I got results that I didn't expect both negatively and positively. But, I wouldn't have known if I didn't try different things.

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126 - If Not Me, Then Who?

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:51:36 +0000

Today is a look at political polarization, some of the reasons and if there is anything that can be done about it. Before we get caught in the trap that polarization is somebody else's problem to solve, we need to think about our role and what we can do about it.

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125 - Reboot

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 13:03:43 +0000

I am back after taking a couple weeks off. Following my last podcast, I decided to spend my time off evaluating changes that I want to make. Tune in today to find out what those changes are. Hopefully, you will find this a better overall experience.

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124 - From the Heart

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 13:23:29 +0000

Perspective is always valuable. It is really hard to get perspective alone unless you have a mirror or a camera to see what you are doing. In order for me to get it, I need to get some air, maybe even get out of the pool and watch my video using a swimming analogy. I am not going to spoil the podcast, but I do a little self analysis today. You may be surprised at what I am thinking.

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123 - True Humanity

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 13:42:20 +0000

If you want to see a true and honest slice of humanity, there are a couple of places that I would recommend. You will have to listen to find out, but I reveal pretty early on. We all like to put on heirs about how good and nice we are but there are places where the charade is revealed.

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122 - Sweet, Sweet Summer

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:07:25 +0000

Sometimes the gloom and doom gets too much. As much as the news is ripe with topics to spawn plenty of opinion talk, I choose to leave it alone as it doesn't age well. Today I relive memories about why I look forward to summer. You don't have to identify with my experiences but allow yourself to go into those good times of the past. This has been far from my favorite summer but based on the track record, it is bound to be good again.

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121 - Summer Stew

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:42:06 +0000

Listen if you want to hear all of my excuses and woes. This is a hodgepodge of different, timely topics mostly because I couldn't come up with something better. In all seriousness, my primary focus is on my family and healing so I hope that you can understand my position. But, the show is going on.

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120 - Supreme Court 2024 Top 10

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 13:24:42 +0000

Today I am giving a rundown of the decisions made at the Supreme Court level for the 2023 - 2024 session. A few of them that I care the most about I spend significant amounts of time. In a very minute way, the balance was tipped back to the way it should be. And that is freedom for the people and states rights outside of what is specified in the Constitution.

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119 - In the Middle

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 13:25:02 +0000

What do you think about when you hear the term 'Middle Manager'? I will bet that the gut reaction is not positive. Admittedly, mine isn't either. I am going to try and convince you differently. Let's see how I did.

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118 - Let Freedom Ring

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:55:33 +0000

I feel like we like to celebrate freedom that we don't ever exercise or maybe not even believe in. This is a seasonal discussion that links the principles of freedom with the milestone events of the period namely graduation and the Fourth of July. Join me as I discuss what my graduation speech would be like and why I will never give one and how that relates to the founders.

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117 - What is a Stem Cell Transplant?

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 13:44:01 +0000

Am I at the beginning, middle or end of this? Well, if you don't understand or know the process then it might be difficult to figure out. I am talking about the high level process and some of the gotchas in the Stem Cell Transplant process. Hopefully you will never have to be involved in it, but if you do then give this a listen.

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116 - AI and You

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:00:29 +0000

This is an episode more in line with what I hope to deliver. I have had to recently take training in artificial intelligence. As a result, it got me thinking about why I should care. I don't really, but I suddenly realized what the future was going to look like after AI becomes widely adopted and implemented like so many companies in my work space are pushing for.

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115 - Illness Impact on Relationship

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 13:35:59 +0000

This is a remote podcast using and improvised setup. Be prepared for poor audio quality. This is a topic that should be in pre-marital counseling. As bright eyed and optimistic couples think they know, they don't. Two people with two right ways can have conflict as a result of external factors. Only extra effort on top of an already exhausting time will keep things going in the right direction.

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114 - And, Life Begins...

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 13:47:36 +0000

Warning, this podcast is much longer than normal. As my son prepares to graduate high school this week, I reflect on his journey through the education system. Let's just say that it has not been great. He is a good kid with unique issues that doesn't fit into the mold of normal kids. I take aim at the system and those that run it and participate in it. I didn't realize the depth of problems until it was almost over. By that time, it was too late.

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113 - Is Success Freedom?

Tue, 28 May 2024 13:48:46 +0000

It is funny how the mind works. I get a spark of an idea which then is crafted and twisted into some sort of pseudo philosophical persuasion. Things can't really be as they seem, or can they? Today I am talking about getting your mind right about perspective of life and career.

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112 - My Brand of Frugal

Mon, 20 May 2024 13:24:46 +0000

I alluded to my frugality last week and it's collision with other aspects of my life. Since that wasn't the right time or place to talk about it, I dedicated an entire podcast to it. Today I talk about strategies to live a better life with less impact. I find a lot of satisfaction in successful frugality.

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111 - Shifting To a Seven Day Mindset

Mon, 13 May 2024 13:34:44 +0000

We all have limited time and ability. I think what most employees get wrong is that they look at the engagement as what do I have to do and not what can I do. Even in the former case, entrepreneurs know that the buck ultimately stops with them. You have to be in the mindset to think creatively.

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110 - Addicted to Outrage

Mon, 06 May 2024 13:19:07 +0000

We Americans have a problem. We are addicted to outrage and that doesn't lead to anything productive. I have to say that participating in outrage is the very tool that controls us. Join me to today talk about what to do about this.

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109 - Not Where You Go

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:41:12 +0000

Graduation is just around the corner. It certainly is in this household and I am separating the future reality from the bull. It is unfortunate that our kids spend at least 12 years in the school system just to get programmed with false information. In fact, the people that don't take the straight path are sometimes the smartest.

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108 - It is Different This Time

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 13:21:51 +0000

Today is a darker than normal. I talk about the items that are different with my wife's cancer battle. I cannot necessarily dwell on the wrong side of fate however for those that will go through it I think it is a unique perspective. It is a bit of a melancholic time. Hopefully that is understood and appreciated.

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107 - Is It That Simple?

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 13:04:44 +0000

Sometimes an epiphany hits. The truth is that I thought this complicated issue was going to go the other way until I started looking at the history. All of the sudden I made a a 180 when I actually saw what was going on. The simple part was making the link between the problem and the result. Note: This podcast was recorded before the NAIA ruling on transgender athletes (4-8-24).

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106 - Gotta Get Better

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 13:36:12 +0000

This is no toolbox fallacy, podcasting is what I am really up to. Unfortunately, it takes me too long to put one together. I enjoy the process and am happy to do it but for the time. I need to practice having less notes and still talking, making sense and not having too many fillers or pregnant pauses, especially in this difficult time. Bear with me as I practice with a story about how time is taken during this process.

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105 - Don't Be a Fool

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 13:37:45 +0000

I am trying to bridge the past and the current today using my way too extensive experience with pharmacies. It is a total mess and their financial books show it. My main point is there is always more to the story than what the story says. I guess I don't have too much in the way of facts other than one plus one does not equal three.

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104 - The Words You Dont Want to Hear

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 13:06:24 +0000

Today is an emotional response to some recent developments. I talk about being an advocate for your own health and my own experience of the health care system. I have been saving this up until I get all of the right and proper details, but after a month of waiting I just couldn't anymore. So, while this journey has already begun, it is early. Surely, there will be a lot more to come.

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103 - What Will They Say?

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 13:31:48 +0000

Memorializing someone else's life makes me evaluate my own. I can't help that hearing about all the goodness that they exuded makes me wonder if I am up to the same standard. Today I relate a personal story in both my connection and my failures. You be the judge.

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102 - Shogun and James Clavell

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 13:28:11 +0000

I am still keeping it light and finally short. I saw that there was a new mini-series from FX on Hulu that is inspired on Shogun by James Clavell. He is on my recommended read list but I have never talked about him or his work whatsoever. Today is a rundown on his work and what I like about it.

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101 - Keeping It Light

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 14:03:16 +0000

This week I wanted to come up from the heaviness since the beginning of the year and that to come. I do some self analysis and draw some conclusions. Even though I am talking about me, I am pretty sure that what I am saying applies to everyone.

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100 - The Electronic Addition Problem

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 14:13:06 +0000

In 1998, there was a landmark settlement between four tobacco companies and what was deemed as deceptive and deviant practices against the taxpayers. Today, we have new threats developing in the open and we are willingly participating. I talk about the tactics that I see being used to keep us coming back.

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99 - You Want to Get Rich Quick II

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 14:32:01 +0000

When I started writing my outline for last week, this is what I was getting at. It took me two weeks to get there but I thought that it would interesting to talk about my experience with some of the more well known get rich quick schemes out there.

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98 - You Want To Get Rich Quick I

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 14:11:47 +0000

I think that we all know that commercials don't portray real life accurately. But, behind every lie is a small bit of truth. There is a lot to know about that little bit of truth. I talk about the dream of being a millionaire versus the reality of being a landlord.

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97 - Vote Your Way Out Of This

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 14:46:12 +0000

I used to be like this, I was idealistic. If we just got the right senator/representative/president then we could finally get what we wanted accomplished. After that didn't work, then we needed the right combination of officials. After that, I realized that it wasn't going to happen. This podcast explains why this is the case. The heart of it is an interview on the Sebastian Gorka radio show.

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96 - The Role of Ambiguity in Success

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 14:05:17 +0000

I am making the case that ambiguity was essential for our survival as a species. I also speak to the role that it has played in my life and specifically my career. I talk about my worries for the human race by removing our exposure to ambiguity and the need to develop logical skills as a result.

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95 - From Information to Opinion Overload

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 14:56:07 +0000

My first exposure to the internet as it is today was around the mid 1990s. When I think about the power of what it represents I am somewhat in awe. I even relate a story about the relevance and impact today. But, at some point the internet shifted from a repository of any information to a place that people go to feel better about themselves and with that, we are being programmed to keep coming back. As a result, we end up with hollow lives and brittle egos who are now addicted to the notification.

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94 - Does Black Monday Have Any Real World Relevance

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 14:20:39 +0000

This one is kind of all over the place. Black Monday got me thinking about job performance and the relevancy of how performance effects retention. To get there I looked at congressional approval and monetary policy. I think it makes sense, hopefully you will too.

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93 - New Year, Same Me

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 14:46:21 +0000

Today I am taking a look at the mechanism on how time flies and whether I am utilizing that time effectively. I am not going to spoil things, you will have to listen and judge whether the same me is a good thing or not.

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92 - 2024 and My Toolbox Fallacy

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:15:06 +0000

This is a new year, a new season and fresh off of a break. It is time to kick some behind into gear. With that, I am amping myself up by looking at my own weaknesses. I hope that my struggles are relatable. If you are not familiar with the reference "Toolbox Fallacy", the link is below.

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91 - 2023 In Review

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 14:57:34 +0000

Last podcast for the year. I cover the highlights of the year by month plus some of my favorite things that I did. I also get into what I am planning for 2024. I am wishing you all a happy New Year. Lets hope that this year is better than the last. But, let us not let fate determine that alone but do something about it.

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90 - Festivus 2023

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 14:00:54 +0000

I've got a lot of problems with you people; welcome to Festivus 2023. Unfortunately, this year contains some dark subject matter but it is truly my feelings on the subject and I want to be nothing but genuine. Despite that, We have some ridiculous commentary as well. Enjoy.

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89 - Christmas List 2023

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 14:04:11 +0000

If you haven't started your Christmas shopping yet, you are in big trouble. If you don't know what you are planning to do, you are in bigger trouble. This is the second time I have done this list, talking about ideas and things that I want, hopefully that will help you.

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88 - What is Fair?

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 14:30:20 +0000

Once I open my mouth, I can't stop talking. This is the third podcast this week. I feel more like doing podcasts than writing right now. I am looking a two very different situations under the lens of fairness today.

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87 - Real, Real Disappointment

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:12:04 +0000

I wrote and recorded yesterday's podcast over a week ago. Since that time, more saga has developed. It was enough with enough to say that I didn't want to go another week or have two weeks in a row of college football as the primary discussion point. So, you get two podcasts this week.

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86 - Real Disappointment

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 14:04:15 +0000

Sports fans like to fanaticize that there are so many life lessons in participation. Sure, I agree on the surface level that those can be the case. But, sports fans also like to fanaticize that their support of a team does something as well. Don't get caught up in that trap, this is almost where I went too. Belief is a powerful thing when it comes to fighting cancer or making your way in the world but it can sometimes lead to nowhere fast as well.

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85 - In Plain Sight

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 14:14:16 +0000

This is a story about living my whole life with a narrative without realizing or knowing the truth. There is nothing inherently bad or evil, just simply people that want to be who they want without judgement or disagreement. I won't say that everyone involved wasn't hurt or didn't know the actual truth, but I think circumstantially, it is understandable.

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84 - The Thanksgiving Table

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 14:27:28 +0000

This episode contains tips and tricks about getting ready for the big day. Hopefully, if you need this kind of thing, it gets to you in time. I didn't mark this episode 'explicit' even though I use a couple naughty words for emphasis. Just warning you.

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83 - Definition of Success

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 14:23:36 +0000

This podcast was generated by a question asked to me. When you look at the definition in the dictionary, the result is circular. What is the appropriate response?

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82 - Rethinking Home Network Architecture

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 14:13:54 +0000

This is a first for me getting a little technical. Don't get too scared because I only wade in ankle deep. I talk about my home network infrastructure over the years and the changes I am making as well as why I am doing them. Listen for tips on performance and security improvements.

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81 - Trick or Treat 2023

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 13:36:21 +0000

This week is a grab back of various topics. I did have one thing to say that I determined wasn't enough duration for one podcast and so I just kept adding topics until the episode was too long. When you ring the doorbell and say trick-or-treat in theory, you could get either. I will let you decide what you are getting with each topic.

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80 - More CCW Stops Invasion, Pure Fallacy

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 13:16:15 +0000

Maybe I am a little late to the game commenting on the newest Israeli/Arab conflict. This episode is really not about that but forces trying to coopt it into US political issues. Hopefully, you will see it my way. Listen to the end to find the overall message.

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79 - Do You Want to Be Recognized or Accomplished

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 13:59:12 +0000

In an interview that I recently heard with the author Robert Coram about John Boyd. You can listen to hear all of the details but the interview introduced this topic of career recognition versus career accomplishment. This in turn revealed the source of some internal turmoil and made some sense out of it for me. If you are like me, then maybe it will be for you too.

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78 - How to Keep From Getting Old

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 13:32:50 +0000

I think that we all want to be comfortable. It's OK to take advantage of the experience that we have hard earned. After all, why not benefit from the work we have done? It's not OK to never learn anything again. I know, it is hard to step outside when it is cold and raining and do the hard work but it is necessary for us to continue to push boundaries and keep trying if we want to stay young.

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77 - Win the Battle Lose the War

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:20:12 +0000

Can you really believe headlines you see? Of course, I say no. Today I explore the recent history of US imperialism, the results of our meddling and relate it to sports analogies. If that is not enough, I analyze some recent news related to the topic.

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76 - The Day I Found Out I Was Not Normal

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 13:29:23 +0000

Another introspective podcast. I cant help that the person I know the best is myself. That being said, I am a good mentor and I want people to know that it is OK to be yourself. I would rather have people be happy who they are than something that they are not. That of course does not resonate with everyone, Just like freedom. 'I want you to be who you are until it is something that I don't agree with'. That take maturity...

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75 - Bugging Out

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:53:36 +0000

This is the last of the mini-series on preparedness. As I have stated before, there are literally thousands of different podcast episodes about this topic. So, I am encouraging you to do more thinking and research as there is no way I can cover such a topic extensively.

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74 - Bugging In

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 13:36:12 +0000

I am continuing this week on another segment on preparation. This week we are talking about the more PC term 'shelter in place'. In many ways, this is the preferred methodology to whether a storm, until it isn't. More on that next week.

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73 - Keeping It Safe

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 13:54:24 +0000

With September being national preparedness month, I think that it is only fitting that I launch a mini-series on preparedness. Within the last month we have had multiple hurricanes as well as tragic wildfires. Are you ready?

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72 - Admitting Things I Should and Shouldnt

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 13:55:10 +0000

As you listen to this, my life has already changed. I explore family dynamics today and how that happens. Plus you get a reference to Hank Williams Jr. At the end, I play one of my favorite songs which I think fits very well into the theme.

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71 - Gotta Have a Niche to be Successful

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 13:02:03 +0000

Today's ramblings are are all about defining success criteria. While I may have failed in one sense, I very well may have succeeded in another. Plus I through in some mini segments in the middle.

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70 - What's Lamer Than Lame

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 13:48:59 +0000

Just like the old joke, what is grosser than gross only this is really not a joke. I talk about the glamor of business travel and the false pretenses that it really is.

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69 - 69, The Real Story

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 13:17:13 +0000

You will have to listen to find out the real story. What I will say is that it has origins in Chinese religion.

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68 - Life Moves

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 13:13:11 +0000

This is the only way this gets done is quick and dirty. Find out why things have been off kilter and when or if they are going to change.

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67 - How To Know News is Fake

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 13:18:26 +0000

I've got a short one today. You could say that I kind of reacted when I read this article. But, you can make the decision when you listen. The bottom line is that if something doesn't seem right, you might need to do some checking.

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66 - About ADHD

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:32:56 +0000

Admittedly, I was ignorant of this topic. I was one of those people that really didn't believe this was a real thing. After doing a little research on the subject my eyes were really opened. I decided to talk about my epiphany.

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65 - The Good, Bad and Ugly of Small Town America

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 13:33:04 +0000

I am talking about what I like and what I don't about living in a small town. If we do decide to leave this one then chances are pretty good that we will end up in or close to another small town. One word of caution, don't expect that you will be leaving all of your small town problems behind. Maybe some, but not all.

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64 - What YOU do matters

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 13:47:30 +0000

Maybe it is a long, drawn out story that nobody cares but me. I hope not but nevertheless, if anything should start motivating us to do things that matter is looking at those who's work is finished. It's cryptic but listen to the story.

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63 - Lessons From the Strawberry Field

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 13:24:40 +0000

I cant say enough that I am proud of my boys taking up the challenge of this work. It speaks to their heritage and builds character like nobodies business. Better than all of that, the life lessons that are available are almost too difficult to put into words. I highly recommend having your kids do soul crushing work to learn the same lessons.

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62 - Time Machine to 1996

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 20:17:24 +0000

Have you ever wondered what life would be like if you changed time? I am a subscriber to the idea that we have no idea what would happen if we changed something in the past. In this case, "If I knew then..."

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61 - Not In My Backyard

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 13:44:47 +0000

This topic came up over the weekend and ended up superseding the one that I was working on for this week. I guess you will have to wait for that one until next week. That being said, I talk about the driving forces behind 'helping' the homeless and what I think the result will be.

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60 - Wisdom of My Father

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 13:53:56 +0000

I suppose that this is a natural course of life. This is a long conversation about raising and killing animals to eat and how it is something I have participated in, but never really done alone. I am expressing my vulnerabilities and fears about an unpleasant but necessary act of life.

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59 - Getting Saucy

Tue, 30 May 2023 13:05:21 +0000

There is nothing like talking about sauces after a major holiday. You probably could have used it last week. From the French mother sauces to salsa to tzatziki I am covering the globe today.

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58 - Twenty Questions

Mon, 22 May 2023 13:18:17 +0000

Maybe this is a little silly, maybe it is funny. I ask myself twenty questions and answer them with commentary.

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57 - The Lost Generation

Mon, 15 May 2023 13:36:53 +0000

In terms of rapids, this one is a class 4. In the end we all make it out safely and had a good time but while we were in it, it was not clear that this was a good idea. I talk about music and Generation X today.

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56 - Ethics and Law

Mon, 08 May 2023 13:38:19 +0000

While the title may draw a yawn, I think that the subject matter is anything but that. I recently discovered why laws illicit a reaction to an individual. But, you will have to listen to find out.

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55 - Tale of Two Countries

Mon, 01 May 2023 13:52:02 +0000

Reading the news last week, I was struck by two concurrent laws signed and implemented on the same day. These laws are from states going in two different directions with respect to freedom. Today I talk about guns, drugs, abortions; a little bit of everything controversial.

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54 - Hair On Fire

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 14:58:46 +0000

Is your hair on fire? Is the world getting to you? Is your schedule making you want to cry? Hopefully you can find something like I did to do something about it. I go into what is bothering me and what I did about it.

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53 - What Your Beer Says About You

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 13:42:44 +0000

You have probably heard the recent hullabaloo around Bud Light. But, you may not have considered the angle that I take on the situation. Do you know where your beer comes from?

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52 - Family Road Trip

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 13:45:13 +0000

Road trip wrap up. I talk about trips we have taken over the years to give some ideas about what you could do for your own.

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51 - Coming Home Hangover

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 13:41:17 +0000

I found myself with some free time on the plane ride home because I finished reading my book. So, I had originally titled this "I finished my book, now what" and spend some time dumping on what was in my mind. I was mostly trying to express how I normally felt after coming home from most business trips.

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50 - What is ‘Being Angry At Bad Guys’ ?

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 11:12:03 +0000

I have been trying to get this uploaded all week. Finally, it worked. Today I am talking about what a bad buy is and why you shouldn’t waste your time being mad at them. Hopefully, this perspective is helpful for your own attitude.

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49 - My World Tour

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 13:19:27 +0000

Today I talk about all the different Spring Break trips I have taken throughout my life as well as a high level outline of our next one and the reasons why. I will also be travelling for business, not just pleasure.

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48 - Art of Manliness, 100 skills

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 13:44:33 +0000

I am lightening things up a bit this week. I am reading a list, with commentary about the 100 skills a man should know. I feel good that I have done most of them and there are some that I hope to never have to try.

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47 - What Your Ukraine Flag Is really Saying

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:25:00 +0000

If you think you know what is happening between Ukraine and Russia, you might want to take a listen. Unless you have done the research, then I think you might be surprised.

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46 - Right For the Wrong Reasons

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 14:09:30 +0000

Surprise, Thursday podcast. Get this one right because this is all about changing your programming. You must maintain your vigilence and watch for this tactic.

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45 - Student Drops the Mic

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 14:11:41 +0000

More messing around with Audio. I need to figure out how to get audio from video so that I can splice in. But, this will be OK go for today. This is a well spoken kid that has got his stuff together.

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44 - Shorts: Continuous Improvement

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 11:32:20 +0000

Today I am talking about how to learn from the past and improve on the next attempt. My subject matter is podcasting but I think it is good advice for whatever you do in life. I have been doing this my whole career and I think that I am pretty good at the process.

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43 - Shorts: Business Travel Mindset

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 13:20:08 +0000

I know that I missed one day, but it seems like I got some things out of sequence no. Anyway, I am not going to do anything about this now. Today I am talking about how I am feeling about being away from home. Maybe I don’t represent evereyone but this is my story and hopefully some perspective too.

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42 - Shorts: Media and Impact

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 14:11:09 +0000

It doesn’t do much good to just consume media, you need to do something with it. Today, I am offering some tips to not get lost in this fight to end programming. Don’t be the guy that is just “mad a bad guys”.

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41 - Shorts: Books and Reading

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 22:36:45 +0000

I have had ore time to read than I really anticipated on this trip. I have some thoughts about how my Friday reviews are going and what the future might look like.

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40 - Shorts: $2M Toilet

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 11:49:58 +0000

I actually watched and listened to a debate that occurred on a national TV show. What I learned should enlighten you if it doesn’t outright scare you. That being said, I was also subtly impressed that it didn’t totally go off the deep end. Today is about some self reflection.

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39 - Shorts: Marketing and White Hatters

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 14:25:51 +0000

This is my next phase of experimentation, using Garage Band to edit a podcast as well as put out some exciting ideas are marketing altf4.co. I have heard it say that a lot of small businesses waste money in this category because what they do is ineffective. This is why whatever I do needs to be cheap and low effort.

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38 - Shorts: Apple Products and Audio Connections

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 11:12:53 +0000

I am doing two weeks worth of podcast shorts (or at least the time I am gone, which may be shorter). I am hoping that this is an easier way to generate daily content as I will be talking unscripted. Not my strong suit, but we will see how it goes. This one seemed to be OK.

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37 - On the Road Again

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 14:39:42 +0000

Being that I am on the road for the next couple of weeks, I talk about how I am going to conduct myself for the duration. But, it also means that I am going to be away from home during the Super Bowl. I am offing suggestions on Super Bowl food and drink.

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36 - Murder in Idaho

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 14:28:51 +0000

Today I am doing something different. I am explaining how the police in Moscow, Idaho went about finding a suspect in the quadruple murder case that happened last November. I have been following the case since the beginning. I suppose there are some similarities that resonate with my own hometown.

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35 - Coping With the Winter Blues

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 14:49:13 +0000

Sometimes it get's us all, including me. I am offering some of the things that I use to help combat feeling lazy or maybe it is a real problem. Keep your eye on the prize because better weather is coming.

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34 - A is A

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 14:04:05 +0000

Today I am talking about the philosophical principal of logic and underpinned by the law of A is A. Now this was introduced to me by reading Atlas Shrugged but it resonated strongly. So, I am no expert but hear me ramble about my thoughts on the subject.

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33 - How To Play Cribbage

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 14:55:53 +0000

Cribbage is a game that I used to play with my family growing up, specifically New Years Eve. I find it fun because it can be pretty short and there isn't a ton of thought necessary to play. Take a listen if you are interested in learning.

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32 - HTGR 2023

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 14:12:02 +0000

Welcome to 2023. We are going to HTGR. If you don't know what that means, tune in for more.

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31 - Altf4.co Year In Review 2022

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 14:17:27 +0000

It's that time again. We need to celebrate our success and condemn our failures. I talk about the things that I think are the highlights, places that didn't go the way I expected and plans for next year.

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30 - Festivus 2022

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 14:58:16 +0000

Today I am talking about the 'Airing of Grievances' from the fictional holiday Festivus of the Seinfeld fame. This is my grievances for 2022.

You can learn more about Festivus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Festivus

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29 - My 2022 Christmas List

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 14:06:51 +0000

Maybe it is a little campy or silly. I give some of my thoughts about gifts based on what I like or want. I help make some logical boundaries and talk about what not to buy.

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28 - A Podcast About Nothing

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 14:26:14 +0000

Taking some time over the Thanksgiving weekend to start a new project, I discuss the evolution on how we get here. It is a bit of a winding path but I think it makes sense.

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27 - What Does Freedom Look Like

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 14:26:54 +0000

I am looking at the Cato Institute of Freedom's state rankings for freedom by state. I am also talking about factors to consider when looking for a place to move.

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26 - Land of the Pilgrims Pride

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 14:24:45 +0000

Surprise... A Thursday podcast and a special Thanksgiving edition at that. Enjoy.

25 - Holiday Hate

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:01:13 +0000

I talk about holiday traditions and some good memories as well as why my views over the years have changed. I also encourage that it is not too late to make some new ones.

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24 - Post Election Additions and Analysis

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 14:38:18 +0000

This is a follow-up from last week on the results of the election. I do a little post analysis from what happened and talk about what is next.

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23 - I Voted, Where Is My Sticker

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:45:47 +0000

Today I am covering the Oregon Voter's Guide. I talk a little about my history with voting and how I analyze the arguments for and against candidates and ballots. Note: there were a couple times I used the phrase 'status quo' and I actually meant 'quorum'.

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22 - Zombie Hoards are on the Move

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 13:18:26 +0000

It's Halloween so I thought it would be fun to imagine that it we are in the Zombie Apocalypse. It is also the last day in National Preparedness month. Would you be surprised that those two situations are one and the same?

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21 - Kitchen Counter Cooking School Follow-up

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 13:03:48 +0000

I am following up on my review of The Kitchen Counter Cooking School by Kathleen Flinn. This was the Left Coast Culinary Book Club selection for October. I strongly feel like this is a very influential book and probably the best that we have read in our 5 year tenure.

Now, with audio levelling!. I have been playing around with microphone position and other features of audacity.

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20 - Revisiting Software and Hardware

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 13:15:33 +0000

Do you ever have purchases that you regret? How about spend on you money on things rather than doing things? Of course, this is first world problems, but it helps to keep you mental perspective in check. I talk about some of my foibles and give some perspective to keep things in balance.

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19 - Table Topics and Misadventure

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 13:07:46 +0000

Because I am frontloading my content at the moment, I am talking about some more evergreen subjects. This was triggered by a technique called 'Table Topics' for interesting and impromptu subjects. Plus, I wanted to lighten up the subject matter a bit.

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18 - From Dependable to Dependant

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 13:02:54 +0000

I am talking about changing your programming with respect to the child/parent relationship. It is a sticky and difficult decision, but I think that we can get through it.

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17 - Adding More Adventure In Life

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 13:50:29 +0000

Have you ever wanted to start over? I address that big question as well as offer some help on how to get started and have success.

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16 - What to Know About Data Integrity

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 13:30:02 +0000

I just finished watching the mini-series 'The Dropout'. This triggered a thought and a strong opinion that I needed to talk about data integrity. I use some of my own generated data to use as examples. But, join me on my analysis of why you could see the fall of Theranos coming.

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15 - Quality Family Time

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 13:45:00 +0000

I am talking about father's imparting knowledge to their kids while spending time with extended family at the beach. This was our last hurrah for summer now that school is back in session.

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14 - The Modern Consumer

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 13:27:34 +0000

The first thing that is new is I am playing around with bumper music. Aside from that, I am talking about all the different consumer experiences that I have had over the years, driven primarily by some recent new ones.

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13 - Back to School... Drama

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 13:50:46 +0000

This week I am talking about parenting and enabling kids goals. I consider it my responsibility to educate my kids and not the school system. That being said, my son is struggling to get the classes that he wants and achieve his goals at the same time.

12 - Summer 2022 Status Report

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 13:30:08 +0000

I am talking about how I have done with my goals this year. Of course, I had some successes but also some failures. In addition to just what I have done, I offer some tips and strategies about goal setting.

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11 - Keep Your Enemies Close

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 14:18:55 +0000

In this episode, I talk about my experience meeting my local state representative and working a campaign fundraiser. It is probably not exactly what you are thinking, but check it out for the real story.

10 - Self Analysis From 2019

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 13:40:40 +0000

I wrote the outline for this podcast in 2019, about a month after I left my job. This is all about me, my analysis of my life and what I learned from it (so far). Of course, things have changed a little bit so I comment on that in the context of my discussion. Lest you think that this episode is only my analysis but I offer tips about how to perform your own self analysis and how to learn from choices that you make.

9 - Music and Memories

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 13:46:58 +0000

Today's episode is all about music and feelings. This may not be your cup of tea but for me it helps cope with where I am at. The playlist in the link goes along with what I am talking about today.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnPmjkDrCf0LHoOL4Tk7EnykMYJ214xXZ

8 - Reconciling Boundaries and Christianity

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 14:23:58 +0000

I am wrestling with setting firm boundaries and living in faith. I talk about how I have handled it and tips to live through conflict. I am definitely no expert but hopefully you can see there is hope.

7 - Tradition, Does It Matter

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 14:23:44 +0000

Today I am talking about the USC/UCLA split from the Pac-12 and what role tradition plays in culture.

6 - The Voice of Covid

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 14:15:49 +0000

Guess what? I have Covid. I am relaying a little bit of my experience about that and some other odds and ends.

5 - American Idiot

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 13:00:17 +0000

I am talking about the three recent Supreme Court decisions to illustrate the ridiculous reactions. Hence, the title.

4 - The Spanish Table

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 13:47:44 +0000

Today I am talking about the customs, traditions and food in Spain. I enjoyed the personal nature as well as the dedication to the meals that I had on my recent trip.

3 - What I Learned From Playing D&D as a Youth

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:02:46 +0000

Today I talk about my introduction to role playing games and how they shaped me as an adult. I also talk a little about how this podcast got started and some of my early ideas.

2- Travelling Best Practices

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 16:24:50 +0000

I bring my years of travelling to the podcast on things that I think are helpful for someone travelling.

1 - Toolbox Fallacy

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 18:48:39 +0000

I am talking about the movie Field of Dreams, a local fraternal order and how their actions pertain to the mental mindset of the the Toolbox Fallacy.