It's Later Than You Think

After a late-summer break, Patrick is back behind the mic with a solo episode that feels like catching up with an old friend. He shares why, despite the calendar, summer is over in Milwaukee and why fall has quickly become his favorite season. From kids heading back to school and the kickoff of football, to pumpkin spice lattes and shorter days, Patrick makes his case for embracing autumn and letting go of what he calls a “less-than-ideal” summer.He also opens up about the future of It’s Later Than You Think—why episodes may arrive less frequently, how solo shows fit in, and a new podcast project on the horizon. Patrick introduces Grossly Competent, a new weekly show co-hosted with past guest Steve Counsell, exploring learning, development, and the messy fun of adulting.Whether you’re team summer or team fall, this episode is part seasonal reflection, part state-of-the-podcast update, and part invitation to join Patrick on the next chapter.

In this conversation, Michael shares his inspiring journey of overcoming significant challenges, including a career-ending injury, addiction, and a rare brain tumor. He discusses the importance of personal responsibility in his recovery and the role of motivational speaking and therapy dogs in his healing process. Michael emphasizes the value of helping others and self-discovery as key components of his life after adversity.

In this engaging conversation, Fancy B. shares her unique journey from practicing law to pursuing her passion for writing. She discusses the challenges of perfectionism and imposter syndrome, the creative process behind her debut novel 'Hollywood Heartbreaks', and the importance of balancing work, family, and personal projects. Fancy emphasizes the significance of mindfulness and living in the moment, encouraging listeners to prioritize what truly matters in their lives.

In this conversation, Patrick and Sasha discuss the importance of financial and estate planning, the nuances of empathy, and personal experiences with grief and loss. Sasha shares her advocacy work for suicide prevention and her passion for fostering cats. They also touch on Sasha's podcast, which focuses on financial advice and emotional intelligence in the financial planning industry.

In this engaging conversation, Patrick and Jess reminisce about their past, explore Jess's journey into the world of pinup culture, and discuss how creativity has shaped her confidence. Jess shares her experiences with vintage art and furniture, her love for music, and how she has combined her passion for cars with her profession. The discussion highlights the importance of finding one's creative outlet and the differences between life in California and Wisconsin.

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Madeline, the voice behind Happiest Sober. We explore the journey of sobriety, the lessons learned, and the joy found in living alcohol-free. Madeline shares her personal experiences, the challenges she faced, and the community she built to support others on their path to sobriety.

In this conversation, Patrick interviews Yvonne, a Milwaukee-based beer enthusiast and Instagram content creator. They discuss Yvonne's journey to Milwaukee, her love for craft beer, and the vibrant local food scene. The conversation covers various topics, including ideal days in Milwaukee, favorite breweries, dive bars, and upcoming summer events like Summerfest and the State Fair. Yvonne shares her insights on the craft beer culture in both Milwaukee and Grand Rapids, her personal beer preferences, and the importance of community events in the city.

From High School Runner to Boston Marathon Qualifier: Jessica Burnett's Inspiring JourneyDiscover how Jessica Burnett transformed from a casual high school athlete into a Boston Marathon qualifier, proving it's never too late to chase your running dreams. Her compelling story showcases the power of community and friendship in achieving ambitious fitness goals, culminating in her remarkable marathon debut in 2023.The episode delves into diverse running experiences, from tackling the challenging hills of Boston to planning strategies for the flat Chicago course. Jessica shares valuable insights about:Building a sustainable training routineThe importance of community supportSetting and achieving progressive goalsBalancing running with life commitmentsWhether you're a seasoned marathoner or contemplating your first 5K, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration for every runner. The conversation also touches on the unique challenges of running in different environments, from Wisconsin winters to humid Houston summers.Ready to lace up your running shoes and chase your own goals? Listen to this motivating episode that proves that with dedication and the right support, anything is possible.🎧 Tune in now to hear Jessica's full journey from casual runner to Boston Marathon qualifier!

In today's episode, I chat with my Uncle Kevin of Rock River Valley Gourmet Mushrooms about his new business adventures, which stemmed from a hobby - growing gourmet mushrooms in his backyard! We learn a little bit about how one can pick this up as a hobby and where he plans to take it in the future. We also spend some time discussing the mysterious world of Bigfoot! You can learn more about Rock Rock River Valley Mushrooms by going to their website, https://gratefulfungi.com/ or visiting their Facebook Page - Rock River Valley Gourmet Mushrooms

In this week's episode, I chat with the Founder of Mesh Local, a coffee connection that allows you the opportunity to meet with locals for coffee each Saturday morning. In this conversation, I ask Michael how the idea originated, where he met the other two founders, Stuart and Izak, and how he envisions the company expanding over time. If you're looking for a great way to get out of your comfort zone and try out different coffee shops and cafes in your area, I highly recommend giving https://www.mesh-local.com/ a try!

This week's episode features a chat with Josie from Hill Valley Dairy in the Walker's Point Neighborhood of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Josie explains how the business got started over a decade ago and what led them to Milwaukee to open their artisan cheese shop and bar. We also discuss what a day in Milwaukee looks like when they aren't in 'owner' mode, as well as how great Milwaukee is and what it could possibly do better!In addition, a programming note: All future episodes of It's Later Than You Think will be interview-based only.https://hillvalleydairy.com/

In this episode, I travel down memory lane and listen back to some of the first episodes of the Fleeting Moments Series. Every episode I've recorded with guests has been worthwhile, insightful, educational, and entertaining. Today, we hear from James, Jake, and Marie about a wide range of topics, from: ADHD, communication on stage, inspirational literature, windy days, living in the greatest city in the world, and being a writer.

We don't always lie to deceive others - sometimes we lie to protect ourselves. In this episode, we discuss that not all lies are malicious, what the lies we tell ourselves really mean, and what the evolution of a lie looks like. What about the lies that help us survive and stay positive? We'll look at those as well. Finally, it'll be time to chat about what happens when the lie breaks and comes out, and how it takes courage to tell the truth.

Let's talk about travel! After a fantastic trip to Vancouver, Patrick wants you to get out there and experience the world. Sharing a handful of benefits of travel, we'll look at how it can help you grow as an individual and see the world differently. Can't afford to go overseas? How about a road trip? Jump on board this brief episode and think about where your next adventure could take you.

We're having a party for episode 21 (Legal drinking age in America!) by writing a letter to our past selves. Let's forget we've got technology for a minute and forget the emails and texts as Patrick reads some quotes to get you inspired to put pen to paper. In addition, he reads a letter he wrote to his 18-year-old self. Perhaps by the time you finish this episode, you'll want to do the same.

In this episode, Patrick walks you through the Top 5 Regrets that those facing their mortality have, and how we can use the advice of others to help set ourselves up for a life of limited (or no) regrets. By thinking about the past, present, and what you'd like your future to look like, the listener can start to take small steps to reflect on past mistakes and how they'd like to do better in the future.

On this week's episode, I chat with Sarah about connections made throughout the Sober Instagram community. We talk about pickles in beer, what it was like working during Covid, and our passion for fitness. Feel free to crack one open (NA or regular, we don't judge) and listen in to this fun conversation.https://www.instagram.com/trythisnabeer/

This week's episode features a well-known Milwaukee Foodie account and a chat with one half of the team that owns the account. We discuss all there is to love about running a Milwaukee Foodie account, including the stories from the people we meet, the uniqueness of Milwaukee cuisine, and one way that can ultimately make Milwaukee the best it can possibly be.https://www.instagram.com/mkefoodie414/

In this week's episode, we dive into what makes us happy, and figure out ways to have more of it! Whether it's time, money, or life just getting in the way, Patrick will share a few ways to try and make time, not excuses, and to be able to do the things you enjoy doing more often. If we know one thing to be true, we're all on borrowed time. Let's make the most of it.

In this episode, it's time to quit taking the easy way out and finally approach that difficult 'something' in your life. Goal? Project? New Habit? Career change? Sharing a list of ideas, the listener will have some practical ways to find the courage to do that very thing they've been putting off. Think about the feeling that you get once you've arrived at your destination, whatever and wherever that may be.

In today's episode, host Patrick chats with Ashley from Milwaukee about how she got started in the Milwaukee Foodie scene and some of her favorite things about the city. From favorite pizza, and burgers, to coffee shops, the conversation also moves to the greatest life lessons and the topic of finding happiness.The Fleeting Moments Series of It's Later Than You Think is a platform for guests to share their stories. Have one? Reach out to Patrick to get the conversation started!'https://www.instagram.com/foodiequeen414/

In this week's episode, Patrick discusses the importance of finding your passion in life. From the positive traits of passionate people to 10 ways to find your passion in life, this brief episode will leave you thinking about what's important to you. You may very well remember what it was you used to enjoy and what you could enjoy in the future.

This week's episode features a conversation with a good friend, Steve. I asked him about what his experience was like being "Open to Work" and how that led him to find his current position. Afterward, we have a good time chatting about social media, different generations in the workplace, and how we see Learning & Development in the future. This of course is just the appetizer for the main course, a story about how our lives changed from one possibly fateful night 20 years ago. Bring the popcorn, there's plenty of good laughs.https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-counsell/

In my conversation with Tyler, we spend time discussing why things in life, no matter how difficult, tend to work themselves out in the end, and that things very well could happen for some reason or another. I also hear from Tyler about his passion for craft beer and the non-alcohol industry, and we talk about our viewpoints on space versus the ocean, and what we enjoy about beverages without the alcohol.https://www.instagram.com/na.brewskey/

In today's episode, we look at our reliance on cellular devices that may or may not fit in our pockets and carry around with us 24/7. Instead of simply accepting that this is how society operates in 2025, perhaps there is a way to gain some of our time back and start to chip away at the minutes and hours we find ourselves distracted by these pesky yet wonderful machines. Between a social experiment and a few recommended readings, the listener will get some ideas on times when it may be better to put down the phone and get in the moment!

In this episode, my cousin James joins the podcast to share his experiences as a writer. From writing short stories to screenwriting, living in the Midwest to out East, James has had quite the 'storied' career up to this point. In addition to sharing about a new shopping experience game, there's a pivot towards mythical creatures, bucket list vacations, and even about who would be best to lead us into battle. Giddy up!https://www.instagram.com/james.kuckkan/

On today's episode, Patrick shares his insights with an abridged 'health and fitness 101'. As a former personal trainer & health coach, he'll share his experience losing 40+ pounds years ago, and how he has kept it off over the last 15 years. With discussion on 'what diet is best' and 'what type of exercise is best', the listener will come away with a better understanding of what may be best for them.

In this episode, Marie joins the podcast to discuss her career journey and how her interests and experiences have allowed her to maintain a positive outlook on life. While we bounce around from topics such as dogs, caffeine, and high school, the conversation never wanes. She also shares her thoughts on sobriety, health and wellness, and the enjoyment of the little things in life. If you enjoy entertaining conversation, this is one you will not want to miss.https://www.instagram.com/wildelegancewi/https://www.wildelegancewi.com/

In this episode, my guest Jacob Miller joins me to chat about how he began his career as a musician and where it led him. Aside from the music, Jake shares about a passion project turning part of his music equipment into art, providing awareness for Multiple sclerosis. In addition, we'll hear about a serious yet comical time on stage, Alpine Valley experiences, and what would happen if all the music in the world ended.https://www.instagram.com/pourforlife/

It's Dry January, and what better time to talk about the rise of non-alc in our society. This episode will not discuss all the reason's you shouldn't drink but will provide some reasons the host has chosen to kick the booze to the curb. In addition, a few resources are shared, including other podcasts about the sober-curious lifestyle. Whether you're an alcohol lover or someone who has given it up or wanting to, this brief episode is for you!Sober Awkward: https://www.soberawkward.com/Follow Happiest Sober:https://www.instagram.com/happiestsober?igsh=MWZpbG5yNmVxbW5paw==Huberman Lab Episode:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkS1pkKpILY

In today's episode, we discuss how, as we continue on this journey called life, sometimes our priorities and/or interests change. Does it matter? Should it? Have you realized that what you once thought was enjoyable is no longer all that exciting? Is it okay to find different hobbies, areas of interest, and better ways to spend time?Whether your passions stay the same throughout your life or evolve, it's good practice to look in the mirror occasionally to figure out if each of those things still brings you the same good feelings.

Life is about balance. There are times in our lives where we should stop and consider if this is the path that we want to continue on. Whether it's our work, our relationships, hobbies, or other day-to-day happenings, is this how we want things to go? What if I don't like my job? What if I'm bored with a new-ish hobby? Yep, that can happen. Who says you have to continue doing what you've always been doing? In this episode, listen in for a discussion on the cost of staying put, gaining a shift in perspective, and learning to let go.

"Oh no! Not another episode on New Year's Resolutions! Those never work!" In today's episode, we avoid the traditional and look at the unique alternative to the usual "Lose 10 pounds" or "Save more money". Patrick will provide a list of various options and ideas for you to set a goal and stick with it! Start 2025 off on the right foot and come away with a new outlook for the upcoming year.

"Can't see the line, can you Russ?" To get into the festive season, let's hear about some of the worst Christmas gifts that "the internet" has ever received. Patrick will describe a handful of gift examples provided, some humorous, others awkward, and some just kind of mean. In addition to the stories, we'll hear some strategies/tips/tricks to survive the holiday gift-giving season. Have an experience of receiving a terrible gift? Feel free to share!

Two weeks ago, I had no plans whatsoever to start a podcast. One little phrase that I read in a book changed everything. Join me for the inaugural episode where we discuss a few memorable quotes that help us relate to the brevity of human life and consider if we're really taking advantage of the limited days we do have on this planet.