Episodes

  • Episode 52: You Are Qualified
    Mar 24 2025

    Summary


    In this conversation, Brian Shotwell shares his experiences and insights on various topics, including the joys of spending time outdoors, the importance of creating functional living spaces, the creative process of writing, and the value of homeschooling. He emphasizes the significance of teaching life skills to children and reflects on his own childhood memories, highlighting the importance of gratitude and personal growth.



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    32 mins
  • Ep 51: Sellout
    Mar 17 2025

    Concert tickets are so expensive. Gravy on a piece of bread. Peace of mind. Gaining confidence.


    An at home episode this week and it feels good. Still wearing short shorts and still complaining about $900 general admission concert ticket.


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    26 mins
  • Ep 50: A Cry to Pizza Hut (The REAL Pizza Hut)
    Mar 7 2025

    We review my recent reads. Talk about a cool summer job I had growing up. That leads into a crash out about what Pizza Hut used to be. THEY USED TO BE A REAL HUT. Might be a cry for help but whatever it takes to get back the frosted cups.


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    38 mins
  • Ep 49: What is Common Sense anymore?
    Mar 2 2025

    In this episode, we reflect on the evolution of the podcast-name change incoming. Personal experiences with communication and relationships, health awareness, the significance of nostalgia in children's identity formation, the impact of social media on common sense, and the joy of music and live shows across generations.



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    33 mins
  • Ep 48: Mosh Pits Are Good For Your Soul
    Feb 21 2025

    This week we reflect on various themes including nostalgia for classic films like Fight Club, the importance of physicality and male bonding, the influence of creative friendships, and the balance between personal creation and market pressures. We also explores the challenge of beliefs through literature and conclude with a reflection on the true blessings in life, emphasizing health, family, and peace of mind over financial success.



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    28 mins
  • Ep 47: Calm in the Chaos
    Feb 14 2025

    Update on my popcorn addiction. Release of my first fiction work Seek. Forgetting how menacing I actually look, especially to house wives. We talk about adult friendships and important insights from Mel Robbins' 'Let Them' with reflections on friendships and personal perception. Sharing our family motto. The conversation wraps up with a discussion on the joy of reading books and watching their movie adaptations.


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    31 mins
  • Ep 46: Sweet Chubby Cheeked Baby Luka
    Feb 7 2025

    A prayer to Luka. I have a popcorn addiction. Loyalty. Calm in the chaos.


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    33 mins
  • Ep 45: Take Your Own Advice
    Jan 31 2025

    Summary


    Jordan 45. This week we'll explorethe themes of nostalgia, the importance of nature for mental health, the resurgence of CDs and music culture, the value of supportive relationships, and the duality of happiness and stress in family dynamics. Round it out with the significance of novel experiences, gratitude, and taking one's own advice in navigating life's challenges.



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    34 mins