Episodes
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Episode 135, Phones and Waves
Are phones that bad? Should we still talk to each other face to face? Is it worth holding the line for health? Yes.
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Episode 134, Stoic Parenting
The Stoic, the Psychologist, and the Warrior; three views on raising strong children. I was thinking about three people who I read and listen to, and I noticed a through line in all of their thoughts on parenting and life, and as a better person you can be a better parent. A common thread over…
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Episode 133, Dan Hoglund
Chief Master Sergeant Daniel L. Hoglund served in the United States Air Force for 30 years, beginning his career in 1994 as a Tactical Ground Radio Operator and advancing to key leadership positions, including Command Chief Master Sergeant for the 20th Fighter Wing at Shaw Air Force Base and...
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Episode 132, Dichotomy of Leadership
Episode 132, Dichotomy of Leadership Today we read through a small portion of the lessons learned from this book and the optional workbook it can be paired with. We recapped a bit of our activities since being on hiatus for awhile. ;-) Always good to sit and speak with this growing kid, who I'm...
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Episode 105, These are the Facts
Whoa... Lots of info, saddle up. This is a follow up to Ep 79, and I go through the updates to the Ripple vs SEC court case that was started back in Dec 2020. Its inception actually started back in 2016, and facts have been brought to light. It is still ongoing, and I find it very interesting and...
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Episode 103, CapCut and Crime
We're back and bouncing around some different subjects, as usual going through my random notes I collect through the weeks in between each episode. Today we talked about editing on phones and tablets, an unexpected rowing champion, and manufacturing in America. Enjoy and Be Healthy Yall BBP…
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Episode 108, 2023 is HERE
WHOA...another year gone. Another year of learning how to adjust to changes. Adaptation is a word that comes to mind, and for 2023, PREPARATION is main target. I hope everyone had a great break, enjoyed your much deserved rest and relaxation. Time to return, and begin again. This episode, and all...
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Episode 101, Racing and Heroes
Back again, and much to cover. We go over status of gokarting and the many details that encapsulate getting up to speed on them, as well as the evolution from an idea to where we are currently. The focus and attention needed to compete I think helps with giving a big confidence boost needed…
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Episode 111, Grandpa B
This will be beginning of a few podcasts where I read from my grandfather's letters of stories of himself, his grandparents, parents, and his grandparents. My Berendzen side of the family apparently have all on some level left traces of history from each generation for the next to read and…
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Episode 109, Ice Day
Ice Day, no school. Trees covered in frozen ice causing huge branches and whole trees to collapse under their weight. We were very lucky to only lose internet, maintaining power, heat, water, gas, and our trees collapsed in the yard not on our house. Whoa. VERY fortunate. Take care and be Healthy...
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Episode 107, Lalo Martinez
An amazing and thoughtful conversation with Diego's previous 4th and 5th grade guide, Eduardo "Lalo" Martinez. I was honored to have him be a guide for Diego and also someone who is very encouraging of Sofia's baking which has given her much ownership of her own interests and skills. Lalo is such...
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Episode 110, Victoria Padron
Joined by a baking enthusiast, all around hard worker and dog loving super woman, Victoria Padron today! This was officially Sofia's first podcast with a guest just for her, and I was so happy that the joyful and warm company with Victoria kept her chatting us up even to the point I had to cut…
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Episode 106, Tomi Keah
The most humble and interesting data analyst, Tomi Keah, spent his valuable Sunday afternoon with Diego and I, and schooled us on many various topics he excels and works on. Many great lessons he shared with us, and many which can be applied right away. With a very unique and introspective way to...
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Episode 131, Plumbing and SHA256
WHO would have thought we'd make it all the way to now be thinking about careers and life after leaving the nest already? Crazy for me, exciting for Diego. Forward thinking will get anyone ahead, and I'm proud he isn't waiting around. We discuss some details about working in the trades, college,...
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Episode 130, That is Not a Wizard
Today we go over the lyrics from the song "That is not a Wizard" by Aesop Rock. We somehow lost Diego's mic at the end, but he had some great insight from the lyrics. The song addresses the world in 2021 from the eye's of an American hip-hop artist in New York, but as always, he delivers prime,...
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Episode 129, Uncle Mike
Today I sat with Michael Castillo, my mother's brother, aka Uncle Mike, here in El Paso, Texas. He was a turboprop mechanic for the C-130 large cargo planes during his time as an Air Force Airman at Elemendorf Air Force Base, and went on to other avenues afterwards but always maintained a high...
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Episode 128, Be Useful Yall
After much time off, we're back, again. Enjoy our tonterias as we discuss Arnold Schwarzenegger's book BE USEFUL. A easy and fun yet inspiring read as he details the chapters of his life. ----------------- Also we touch on racing, driving, investing, sleeping, exercising and more.…
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Episode 127, Junk Drawer
I'm back, solo mission, yes I sound weird because I'm reading slowly, don't shoot the messenger. Today is a semi-random purge of thoughts regarding why we hold onto certain or many beliefs or ideas, and how to be open to new information. Quite relevant considering the current times we live in. Or...
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Episode 126, Off the Top
Straight from our minds a casual conversation about racing (surprise) but using and learning from Diego's driving instructor Coach Burrows. He is learning using iRacing and as best equipment that we can manage. This creates very lifelike driving skills that can be applied to the real track....
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Episode 125, 1984 Part 1
Join us for a cozy chat as we dive into George Orwell's classic, *1984*. We'll explore the eerie world of kid spies, crimethink, and doublethink, and see how these chilling concepts mirror today's news. It's a down-home discussion that'll make you ponder the times we're living in. Tune in and…
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Episode 124, Andrea Ghedina
Today we spoke with one of our new dear friends, who was kind enough to share time with us today as our first guest in Panama. Andrea is from Bolzano, Italy, and lived there most of his life before embarking on a journey to this new country a few years ago. He and his family braved the unforeseen...
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Episode 123, Casero
TODAY, finally, back recording. Time has been flying yet again, and we do plan to be more routine but we have been enjoying our time here and now time is coming to settle into our next phase. This will allow for creating more time for the podcast amongst other lifestyle activities. We wish…
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Episode 122, Art of Racing in the Rain
The book which was also made into a movie is, The Art of Racing in the Rain. A great story, and as a dog lover and go-kart driver, this one was a quick read for Diego. He got to read about struggles over problems, big ones that took time to recover from. All of us will endure some hurdles both…
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Episode 121, Delete It
Happy Sunday, today Sofia and I have a short catch up as her first appearance from our new home. She has really taken up crocheting which has been so great to see. It requires focus and patience, and also creativity and homework. YouTube amazes with so many how to resources and fun tutorials…
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Episode 120, Big History
Today we have settled back into home, now being the dry season in Panamá. More wind which is definitely welcome, if this is our new winter I'm happy. ----- We dove a bit into the book Big History by David Christian, who has it as a Great Course HERE. Barely into the first lectures as we skimmed...
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Episode 119, Bold Return
We are back, and shortly after receiving my pre-ordered book by the owner of White Oak Pastures, I couldn't stop reading. Enjoy and be Healthy Yall! From Amazon: From a pioneer of the regenerative agriculture movement, a memoir-meets-manifesto on betting the farm on a better future for our food,...
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Episode 118, Panamá
At last, we're back and can begin to share what living at an Expat is like so far. There is always more details, and we did record one with both kids that didn't make it, but here we are. Its been quite an experiential almost 4 months. A book is in progress for the next one, but for now, we take...
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Episode 117, SEC vs CRYPTO
Another one to go along with episodes 79 and 105. Things change quickly and there is a mountain range of information, so staying focused with precision and learning before jumping to the next thing has been key. I'm eager to learn about another network besides the XRPL called the Casper Network,...
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Episode 116, The Next Episode
Embarking on the next chapter of life, by the time this podcast is available I'll be on a plane with our two dogs headed to Panama City, Panamá where I'll meet up with my family to live some life in Latin America as we have always wanted to do. I expect obstacles and hurdles, but also expect fun...
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Episode 115, Kalyani Sundaresan
Today we sat with Kalyani Sundaresan. She is a software architect and lead with strong full stack skills. But she is here with us because she was also Sofia's first official sewing teacher, and shared this skill passed down from a long family history, full of hand crafting skill sets that used to...
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Episode 114, Random Q&A
Another week, another chance to experience life in whatever form you decide to aim at. This one, just catching what's going on, keeping it light. ------------ BUT, again, huge thank you to some audio professionals for helping me work towards learning new gear and software. Slowly starting to get...
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Episode 113, Ralph Berendzen
As I continue with some hereditary history and family tree stories, we were leading up to this conversation with my Dad to keep giving past context to our family history. This lets the kids know who came before them, and a chance to learn that each generation lives very differently and lives take...
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Episode 112, Papa Patton
More reading from some of my Papa's stories, this one about his grandfather, Papa Patton. We'll read from his time in the army next. Nice to share these short memoirs as he did intend them to be shared, and short vignettes from any life are cool to hear I think. Take care and Be Healthy Yall…
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Episode 104, Mammoth Race
We returned from awesome weekend of racing with family at Mammoth Race in Glen Rose, Texas, its return since 2019 due to tiny virus slowdown. SMH. So happy to have TWO weekends of family time back to back. I finally got myself in a kart like Diego has been racing in, and it is definitely harder...
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Episode 102, Sofia Bakes
Welcome back! Year is cruising along. Today I sat with Sofia and talked about her latest passion, baking. Anyone at my office is well aware as I have had to offload, I mean share, the many treats she is creating. Dinners is what I'm pushing for, but who doesn't love cupcakes, cakes, buttercream,...
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Episode 100, Sequoia Forest
We're BACK! I missed it, but we have much to share and will be back on regular schedule, learning and sharing as we go through this life. I hope everyone is having a good summer, making the most of what time we have. So much room for activities! Be well, and as always, Be Healthy.
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Episode 99, World Central Kitchen
Well, we finally aren't Covid ninjas anymore. Whole house at least gets to endure it together, and glad we are getting through it ok. Soon as the same weights I lift every other day felt 3 times heavier, I knew something was up. I feel fortunate that didn't last long, but a reminder nonetheless…
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Episode 97, Future Predictions
We had another phone podcast, in parking lot before soccer game. Conversation typical of our random thoughts, caught em again.
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Episode 95, Blood In Blood Out
What's up with O- blood you ask? Yeah you didn't but we're going to talk about it anyway. So many questions from kids makes me realize I know so very, very little. But, it gets me to learn more all the time. I reflect a short bit on us all seeming to be in a new time, but not fully aware of how...
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Episode 94, Robert Salinas
Robert Salinas. Air Force Veteran. Racer. Music Fan. Friend. Leader. Bourbon Professor. Find him HERE
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Episode 93, Ferrari Challenge
30th Anniversary Ferrari Challenge kicked off at COTA here in Austin yesterday. An ALL Ferrari event, with drivers from all over US, Canada, and one from Brazil. This was a free event, open to the public. If you go, make sure to go up the tower, its worth it. See site and stats HERE And we'll be...
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Episode 92, Brain Maker
Dr. David Perlmutter kills it again, next book on my list is Brain Wash. Today I cover Brain Maker, which can be purchased HERE. A great read, I took longer to get through it than normal, and need to incorporate some of the fermented foods that he suggests, and also finally take a try at making...
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Episode 91, Honoring Boseman
Diego picked up the book Chadwick Boseman, Forever our King at Barnes and Nobles last week and read through it quickly. I'm glad he chose to learn more about his superhero favorites, and about the person behind the character. I didn't know myself how much of an impact his entire career made in…
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Episode 90, Ade Olufeko
Our guest on today's episode is Ade Olufeko, a thought leader based in Lagos, Nigeria. Ade is an established speaker on digital media, developing technologies, humanities and innovation, having worked with major global brands and spoken around the world. He is also the curator of Visual...
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Episode 89, Happy New Year
Goodbye 2021, Hello 2022. Head up, Shoulders back, Eyes forward. Let's GO! Happy New Year everyone, and as always, Be Healthy Yall!!
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Episode 88, Dinos with Sofia
This Christmas season is very different from 2020. Today was an entire father daughter weekend, and we made sure to make the most of it. Legos, hot chocolate, shopping, San Marcos Xmas Festival, a podcast and some Fro-Yo yo. ------- I don't always get things right, I like anyone else take life…
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Episode 87, Brian DeFrees
And he's BACK! After 2 years of craziness and lots of wheel to wheel under his racing belt, Brian came to hang and share some time with us. Can't appreciate him enough for showing Diego what it's like to dedicate many hours, time, and resources to his passion of racing. He has centralized his…
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Episode 86, Austin Chapter 3
We came, we left, we came back, and now we're here but this time.....a new chapter shall begin. A true chapter turn in life. It's felt when it happens, and you know when it is what it is. Reminds me of one podcast where I was thinking about life in 5 year sections, and this one is right about…
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Episode 85, Just Hanging
While I'm still reading "Brain Maker" by Dr. Perlmutter, I thought we should just have a round table of nothing particular. Inflatable unicorns, dogs losing their minds, or whatevs. Enjoy and Be Healthy Yall. Smiling uses less muscles than frowning. Just saying.
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Episode 84, Sunday Post Paddle Board Session
Love this new ritual.