Just an Epic Life

Dealerships don’t just sell cars, they sell urgency, emotion, and time traps. We’re not playing that game. We’re buying two replacement vehicles and we share the exact strategy we use to stay unemotionally attached, lock in the out the door price, and avoid spending an entire day stuck in a showroom while someone “talks to their manager.”We walk through how we choose the right used car for a kid heading 1,300 miles away to college in the Seattle Tacoma area, where safety, AWD, and reliability matter more than a shiny upgrade. You’ll hear how we use AI to compare listings, paste in Carfax reports, rank options, spot deal killers like salvage titles, and estimate fair market value using pricing benchmarks. We also clear up what certified pre-owned really covers, why an independent third-party inspection can be worth it, and how we think about depreciation so we’re not eating the biggest drop ourselves.Then we get tactical: asking for the OTD number, negotiating everything before we show up, walking in with outside financing, and refusing the common finance office add-ons unless the math actually works. We even talk accessories as leverage, credit card down payments for points, and the moment an extended warranty goes from “no way” to “that’s smart” because the price and risk change.If you’re about to buy a vehicle or know someone who is, share this with them, then subscribe and leave a review so more people stop overpaying out of stress. What’s the one part of car buying you want to feel confident about before you sign anything?

A heated marble slab, a scrub glove that removes evidence of your entire past life, and a bubble massage that looks way fluffier on TikTok than it feels in real time. That’s how our Istanbul day goes from “spa plans” to “what just happened” in a matter of minutes. We’re at the Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus with Isaiah and Lilyana, recording immediately because there’s no way we’d remember the details later or do the story justice.We walk through what a Turkish hammam is actually like step by step: sauna, steam room, getting ushered around with fast instructions, and the surprise of staying together when we assumed we’d split up. We talk candidly about privacy, expectations, and that weird emotional whiplash where part of you is laughing and part of you is trying to recover. If you’ve ever searched “Turkish bath Istanbul” and wondered what really happens, we give you the unfiltered version, including the parts most videos can’t show.Then we pivot to the other iconic Istanbul grooming ritual: the Turkish barbershop experience. Think ear fire treatment, nose waxing, eyebrow and beard threading, straight razor work, and enough products to qualify as a facial. We compare two very different barbers, what hurts, what surprises you, and why this kind of travel story is equal parts culture, trust, and comedy.Subscribe for more travel debriefs, share this with a friend who thinks they’re fearless, and leave a review if you want more honest stories like this.

Istanbul isn’t just a backdrop for this one. We’re sitting there with our special guest Isaiah, fresh off high school graduation, looking out at a city that used to be the center of the world and trying to take it all in. We talk about why he picked Istanbul for his senior trip, what it feels like to finally see Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque with your own eyes, and the kind of awe you can’t get from photos or reels. If you love Istanbul travel, historic landmarks, and family stories that feel real, you’ll be right at home with us. From hotels and food to culture shock moments, we share the details that make a trip click: how hospitality can change your whole mood, why Old Town and New Town Istanbul feel like two different worlds, and what we noticed most about cleanliness and the everyday rhythm of the city. Then everything goes sideways in the best way when a can’t miss attraction closes, we chase an alternative, and we accidentally end up at an underground cistern concert with two cellos. The acoustics, the set list, and the sheer randomness turn into one of those travel moments you talk about for years. The conversation eventually widens into the next chapter of Isaiah’s life: choosing the University of Puget Sound, what he wants from a small liberal arts college, and why leadership experiences like DECA can teach more than another day in class. We also talk parent to teen dynamics, freshman year anxiety, and how to push without forcing. If any part of you is navigating graduation, college decisions, or raising a high schooler, you’ll pull something useful from this. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves travel or parenting conversations, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What’s the best unplanned moment you’ve ever had on a trip?

A business can look “fine” right up until you stop paying attention and then it quietly starts to die. We talk through the real story of what’s been built inside our “Big Dumb Stupid House” from a sound and lighting side business to a growing real estate team to mobile home investing and a travel brand that suddenly became a lot more serious. Along the way, we unpack a simple truth for entrepreneurs: momentum follows focus, and when we spread ourselves too thin, something always pays the price.The biggest shift came after we taught a travel points class and realized the #1 question wasn’t about fancy redemptions, it was “what do I do first?” A QR code worksheet sparked a product idea that turned into the Just An Epic Life travel playbook, built specifically for realtors, investors, and small business owners who have swipable expenses and want a clean credit card points strategy. We also get honest about working styles, analysis paralysis versus quick action, and how we’re trying to build systems that make the business run even when we’re traveling.We go deep on practical points and miles takeaways: choosing a niche, matching cards to real client behavior, understanding “wealth vs rich” thinking, and even a weird Capital One transfer nuance that almost blocked a booking until a tiny points adjustment fixed it. If you’re trying to earn travel rewards through business spend, build repeatable SOPs, and turn everyday expenses into real experiences for your family, this one is packed with lessons we learned the hard way.Subscribe, share this with a business owner who needs a better rewards system, and leave a review so more people can find us.

Your kid’s childhood doesn’t end with a bang. It changes in a hundred small ways you don’t notice until you’re staring at graduation photos and realizing you’re closer to “see you later” than “see you after school.” We’re Nick and Keslie, and we talk through what it’s like to parent an 18-year-old graduate alongside a younger teen who still wants the freedom of the next stage.We also get real about the messy parts people don’t post. We moved into what we jokingly call our “big dumb stupid house” right as money got tighter and the market got weird, and that season forced better priorities. That same theme shows up in parenting: you can’t rescue your kid forever. From a flat tire on the side of the road to the curfew text that lands after you’re asleep, we share how we’re loosening the reins while still keeping safety, trust, and communication at the center.Then we zoom out to the glue that’s held our family together: travel and shared experiences. We talk graduation trips, using Seattle as a launch point for bigger adventures, and the surprisingly intense moment of buying Los Angeles Olympics tickets while trying to be inclusive of whoever our kids may bring along in a few years. Underneath all of it is the takeaway we keep coming back to for work-life balance: work will bounce back, but time with your people will not.If you’re parenting teens, prepping kids for college, or trying to build a family culture your adult kids actually want to come back to, press play. Subscribe, share this with another parent, and leave a review so more families can find the show.

We land in Santa Barbara and realize something: the best trips aren’t always the ones you plan for months, they’re the ones you’re ready for. We talk through how we turned a random day off school into a real weekend getaway by using a simple habit we swear by, putting “travel windows” on the calendar years in advance. That one move makes last-minute travel feel calm instead of chaotic, especially when you’re juggling teens, schedules, and budgets.Then we get practical about travel hacking and points travel. We break down how we booked flights for 9,200 points each way, why small airports are an underrated cheat code for short domestic trips, and how we used a Hilton free night certificate to stay at a beachfront resort we would never pay cash for. We also share what happened when we called Hilton to find standard award availability, how elite status upgrades played out on arrival, and why on-property credits can flip the whole “annual fee credit card” debate.We wrap with the money conversation people love to argue about: debit cards vs credit cards, strategic banking and how to use rewards without becoming a slave to debt. Plus, real travel details you only learn on the ground: airport lounge hits and misses, gluten-friendly struggles, Uber credits, and the Santa Barbara wine tasting detour that turned into a highlight thanks to a great guide and a tight local community.Subscribe for more real-world travel strategies, share this with a friend who loves a good points win, and leave a review if you want us to keep breaking down the exact math. What’s the next trip you want to take, and what’s stopping you right now?

Four million views. No trending audio. No script. Just a tripod aimed at an SRP irrigation valve in Glendale, Arizona and a perfectly timed moment when the neighbor shuts their valve and the water finally flows. Sitting oceanside at the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, we try to make sense of why the most mundane clip we’ve posted turned into our biggest viral hit, and what that teaches us about content creation, hooks, and the strange psychology of the algorithm. We also pull back the curtain on the travel rewards strategy that got us here: using a Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant free night certificate, booking smart instead of last-minute wasting points, and squeezing extra value out of partner flights by attaching an American Airlines loyalty number to protect status and land upgrades. If you love points and miles, luxury hotels, or just practical “how did you do that?” travel talk, you’ll get a real-world playbook, not theory. From there, the conversation turns into business leadership and mindset. We talk about what we’d do if money were a non-issue, why teaching educators about wealth and opportunity matters, and how “strategy” becomes the lens for every decision we make. We get honest about pruning in a real estate business, the fear that comes with team changes, and why a great buyer’s agent doesn’t call clients “picky” but solves the problem with systems, vendors, and deeper understanding. If you like this kind of behind-the-scenes money mindset, real estate, entrepreneurship, and content marketing talk, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show.

What if “work-life balance” isn’t the goal… and never was?In this episode of Just An Epic Life, we’re recording from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (Terminal 4) on a travel day—heading to Houston, then Galveston, for a cruise.But this isn’t just a travel episode.It’s a real look at what it actually means to build a life where work and life aren’t separate anymore.We kick things off inside the Chase Sapphire Lounge, comparing it to the traditional airline lounge experience like the Admiral’s Club—breaking down what actually matters when you travel often (food quality, space, amenities, and overall experience). If you’ve ever wondered whether premium lounges are worth it… this is a real-world perspective.From there, we get into the bigger conversation.We talk about: Why traditional work-life balance doesn’t fit our lifestyle  Working while traveling (and why we choose to)  The freedom of building a business that moves with you  The tension of staying connected vs being fully present  Setting expectations with clients when you’re “off the grid”  How our past careers shaped the way we work today  Creating a life where you don’t need to escape your reality This is our fourth summer living this version of life—and it looks nothing like it used to.More flexibility. More travel. More presence with our kids.…but also more responsibility, more intention, and a different kind of discipline.We also talk about: Travel logistics from Phoenix to Houston to a cruise  What it feels like to potentially be unreachable for days at sea  And how we’ve built systems so life and business keep moving—even when we don’t If you’ve ever wondered: 👉 “How do they travel so much?” 👉 “How do you run businesses and still be present with your family?” 👉 “Is this kind of lifestyle actually realistic?”This episode gives you a real, unfiltered look.Because the goal isn’t balance.It’s integration.And building a life you don’t need a vacation from.Recorded 6/26/25

Remember when your children thought you hung the moon and a family vacation was the highlight of their year? Nick and Keslie take you on a heartfelt journey through the evolution of family travel as kids transform from eager adventure companions into independent teenagers with their own priorities.Through stories of month-long California beach trips, Costa Rican jungle adventures, and rainy Disneyland excursions with duct-taped shoes, they explore that magical window when children are old enough to form lasting memories but young enough to express uninhibited joy. The contrast becomes stark when they share the moment their teenage son first expressed wanting to cut a vacation short to return to friends – a turning point many parents recognize but few discuss openly.The conversation moves beyond nostalgia into practical territory as Nick and Keslie navigate the complex scheduling conflicts of raising teenagers involved in competitive activities. Between DECA conferences, cheer competitions, and leadership commitments, finding space for family adventures requires new levels of flexibility and sometimes creativity. They reveal their approach to graduation trips not merely as rewards but as strategic relationship-building opportunities as their children transition toward adulthood.This episode serves as both a celebration of family travel's golden years and a guide for parents entering the bittersweet phase of competing priorities. Whether you're planning epic international adventures or simple weekend getaways, their message remains clear: don't wait for perfect timing or circumstances to create meaningful experiences with your children. The window when they view you as their entire world closes faster than you expect.

The glossy social media versions of our lives rarely show the struggles, setbacks, and periods of suck that everyone experiences. Today we're getting brutally honest about the challenges we've faced in our businesses over the past six months.Our flipping business hit a major slowdown, with only one property purchased between November and May. Each unsold mobile home was bleeding $1,300 monthly in lot rent, insurance, and utilities. We even sold one property at a loss recently – not because the market forced us to, but because stopping the monthly financial hemorrhage made strategic sense. The hardest part? Recognizing that external factors weren't entirely to blame. We discovered we hadn't sent out direct mail campaigns since September, a critical marketing channel for our business.This realization prompted deep reflection about leadership, accountability, and what success really means. Do we need to flip 40-100 homes yearly, or could we be just as profitable with 12-15 quality projects? Through these challenges, maintaining our marriage became paramount. We established clear boundaries between our business and personal lives, introducing specific language ("Hi boss") to signal when we're speaking as business partners versus husband and wife.Financial constraints meant adjusting spending habits, making strategic decisions about which credit card balances to carry (at what painful interest rates), and being transparent with our children about the temporary tightening of finances. Despite the difficulties, we rejected victimhood thinking. Instead, we asked: "How can we grow through this?" rather than just praying to escape the situation.Every entrepreneur faces storms – periods of doubt, struggle, and setbacks. The difference between those who succeed and those who quit lies in how they respond to "the suck." Do you view challenges as reasons to return to safer employment, or as opportunities to hone your leadership skills? Remember, storms always pass, but the wisdom gained from weathering them remains forever.

Driving home from Sedona provides the perfect backdrop for a candid conversation about travel hacks, relationship dynamics, and how we approach the end of vacations differently. We explore unexpected money-saving strategies and innovative business techniques while sharing embarrassing personal stories against the stunning red rock landscape.• Our $27 charcuterie board appetizer became lunch for three days, saving hundreds on dining expenses• The "mad-at-you key" - Keslie's insurance policy for when Nick inevitably irritates her on vacation• How vacation ending blues manifest differently - Nick gets grumpy while Keslie sees regular life as an extension of vacation• Professional insights on using AI to stage listing photos, resulting in immediate market activity for stagnant properties• Ear fatigue is real - our karaoke night averaged 97 decibels and left lasting effects• Embarrassing moments - from running into screen doors to pants explosions in the classroom• The excitement of using AI in real estate without believing it will "take over the world"If you have topic suggestions or want to be a guest on our podcast, message us! Tell us where you're going to be, and if it's somewhere epic, we might come meet you for a conversation.Recorded 6/6/25

Family dinner isn’t what it used to be—and for many families, it’s not working anymore.In this episode of Just An Epic Life, we share a different approach to family connection, parenting teenagers, and intentional living—recorded from our vacation setup in Carlsbad, California.Instead of forcing traditional routines, we’ve created something that works better for our family: “Island Time.”This simple shift has transformed how we connect with our kids—creating more real conversations, deeper relationships, and moments that actually matter.In this episode, we talk about: Parenting teenagers in today’s fast-paced world  Why traditional family dinner doesn’t always work  How to create meaningful family connection without rigid routines  Recognizing when your kids are ready to talk—and not missing it  Having honest conversations about real-life topics (without shame)  Balancing travel, business, and family life If you’re trying to build stronger relationships with your kids, navigate parenting in a modern world, or design a more intentional family life—this episode will give you a practical and refreshing perspective.Because connection doesn’t come from a schedule… it comes from being present when it matters most.Recorded 6/22/25

Have you ever walked into a situation absolutely committed to saying "no," only to surprise yourself by saying "yes"? That's exactly what happened during our impromptu getaway to the red rocks of Sedona, Arizona. Sitting poolside at the historic Arabella Hotel—where Elvis Presley once requested the very diving pool we enjoyed—we unpack our unexpected journey from timeshare skeptics to vacation ownership "dabblers." The hotel itself is steeped in Hollywood history, with connections to John Wayne and Henry Fonda, making our $400 three-night stay feel even more valuable.Our commitment was simple: endure the obligatory two-hour timeshare presentation in exchange for our discounted stay and loyalty points. Armed with years of credit card hacking experience and previous disappointing timeshare encounters, we arrived with crossed arms and defensive postures. But something different happened this time. The presentation's transparency and focus on a points-based ownership model rather than traditional week-based timeshares unexpectedly resonated with our logical approach to travel.For frequent travelers who traveled for nearly 50 days last year, the concept of "owning" versus "renting" points suddenly made mathematical sense. We detail how we ultimately credit card hacked our purchase to earn 260,000 bonus points, the value proposition that changed our minds, and our potential plans to donate some of our timeshare opportunities to charity fundraisers in the future.Whether you're a timeshare owner, a timeshare skeptic, or someone who's sat through countless presentations for the free gifts, we'd love to hear your experiences. What would make giving up precious vacation time worth it for you? Share your thoughts and join us on this journey of epic adventures with epic people!

Ever wondered how a spontaneous trip to Jamaica could lead to first-class upgrades and luxurious swim-out rooms? Join us as we recount our exhilarating adventure to Montego Bay, where we not only recorded our first standing podcast but also experienced the thrill of point hacking to score exceptional travel perks. From the lavish Hideaway Royalton Blue Waters resort to the humor-filled navigation of tropical weather, we provide insider tips on maximizing business expenses for travel rewards and the joys of unplanned escapades.Get ready for a wild ride as we share our encounters with torrential rains with a potential hurricane in Jamaica. This episode is packed with laughter, travel tips, and unforgettable natural phenomena. Whether it's discovering a hidden pool entrance or documenting a hurricane, our content creation never skips a beat. Tune in for a blend of adventure, humor, and practical advice on making the most of your travel experiences.

Rest is vitally important. It can take shape in many different ways from relaxation to fun activities and from peaceful solitude to humor with friends. 

Join Nick & Keslie as they discuss the benefits of getting back into the routine of typical life (after summer break). Catch the entire episode at https://youtu.be/gifMGXBKzH8 or on your favorite podcast provider by searching for Just An Epic Life. #JustAnEpicLife #marriedlife #backtoroutine #podcast #backtolife

This episode is part of our mobile home series. Join Nick & Keslie as we discuss the benefits of hiring a highly qualified Realtor for your Real Estate needs. We specifically discuss using a highly qualified Realtor to help you sell your mobile home on leased land within a mobile home park. 

Welcome back to another EPIC season of the Just an Epic Life Podcast!In this episode we joyfully return to another season by discussing why it is that we provide this podcast, the ministry that it serves for our listeners, and the powerful discussions that happen on a regular basis.

Welcome back to a brand new season of the Just An Epic Life Podcast! In this season premiere we get back in the game of recording episodes for you. 

In this episode we discuss the powerful choices and moments through 2022 that led us to this moment. We look forward to the exciting possibilities of 2023.As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!Questions or comments? Reach out to us at [email protected] Resources discussed in this episode:Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brené Brown https://brenebrown.com/book/daring-greatly/ The Beautiful List by Christine Virgin:https://thebeautifullist.com/ 

In this episode we discuss our current roles as parents and we reflect upon the role our parents played during our youth. We discuss how self negativity shows up in our personal lives and our awareness of how this may negatively affect our children. As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!Questions or comments? Reach out to us at [email protected] Resources discussed in this episode:Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brené Brown https://brenebrown.com/book/daring-greatly/ The Beautiful List by Christine Virgin:https://thebeautifullist.com/

In this episode we discuss Keslie’s skills as an antagonist. We discuss how this antagonism played a major part in her choosing to support the Seattle Seahawks. This entertaining episode provides a fresh look into the lives of Nick & Keslie. As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!

In this episode we discuss how we experienced a case of the “I don’t wanna’s” and how we got through it. We chat about the many purposes our garage has served for our family and our businesses. We discuss Nick’s love language of acts of service and how he thrives on Keslie’s words of affirmation. We finish the conversation by chatting about environments where we thrive personally and professionally. We hope to inspire our listeners to find pride in their physical environments and to find joy in acts of service for those we love. As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!Questions or comments? Reach out to us at [email protected] 

In this fun bonus episode we finish our conversation with author Christine Virgin. This conversation takes an exciting and surprising twist as we were saying our goodbyes from episode 030. We hope our listeners are inspired by Christine’s newfound passion. We further hope our listeners choose to support her book release: Buy the bookRead itRate & review itGift it to othersShare on social media (#TheBeautifulLists)And most importantly… see yourself for what you truly are… BEAUTIFULIn this conversation Christine says wonderful things about driver Tommy Milner:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tommy_MilnerTwitter: @TommyMilnerInstagram: @TommyMilnerBook’s website:https://thebeautifullist.com/Youtube Playlist:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGDNI3pz3kF9OJeTZQAmG917iwCTxcGQE Some available retailers:https://bookshop.org/books/the-beautiful-list/9781631958649  https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-beautiful-list-christine-virgin/1140794992?ean=9781631958649 https://www.booksamillion.com/p/Beautiful-List/Christine-Virgin/9781631958649?id=8439903543075https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-List-Novel-Christine-Virgin/dp/163195864X https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781631958649https://www.powells.com/book/the-beautiful-list-9781631958649https://www.target.com/p/the-beautiful-list-by-christine-virgin-paperback/-/A-85611645#lnk=sametabhttps://www.walmart.com/ip/The-Beautiful-List-Paperback-9781631958649/980544830Contact Christine Virgin directly at:https://www.christinevirgin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ChristineEVirginhttps://www.instagram.com/christinevirgin/For media inquiries, please email: [email protected] Media kit: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0568/8967/1773/files/The_Beautiful_List_Media_Kit.pdf 

In this very special episode we speak with author Christine Virgin. This episode accompanies the release date of her novel The Beautiful List available in bookstores on October 4, 2022. Christine shares her journey through the writing and publication process. She shares her heart for young girls who are faced with the powerful questions of “What is beautiful?” and “Am I beautiful?”.We hope our listeners are inspired by Christine’s passion and choose to support her book release: Buy the bookRead itRate & review itGift it to othersShare on social media (#TheBeautifulLists)And most importantly… see yourself for what you truly are… BEAUTIFULBook’s website:https://thebeautifullist.com/Youtube Playlist:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGDNI3pz3kF9OJeTZQAmG917iwCTxcGQE Some available retailers:https://bookshop.org/books/the-beautiful-list/9781631958649  https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-beautiful-list-christine-virgin/1140794992?ean=9781631958649 https://www.booksamillion.com/p/Beautiful-List/Christine-Virgin/9781631958649?id=8439903543075https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-List-Novel-Christine-Virgin/dp/163195864X https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781631958649https://www.powells.com/book/the-beautiful-list-9781631958649https://www.target.com/p/the-beautiful-list-by-christine-virgin-paperback/-/A-85611645#lnk=sametabhttps://www.walmart.com/ip/The-Beautiful-List-Paperback-9781631958649/980544830Contact Christine Virgin directly at:https://www.christinevirgin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ChristineEVirginhttps://www.instagram.com/christinevirgin/For media inquiries, please email: [email protected] Media kit: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0568/8967/1773/files/The_Beautiful_List_Media_Kit.pdf Contact us at [email protected]

In this episode we discuss the evolution of laundry as a household chore in our family. We share how laundry is used as a coping mechanism when Nick’s favorite sports teams struggle. We discuss the valuable life lesson of teaching our children from a young age to become independent in this necessary chore in life. As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!Questions or comments? Reach out to us at [email protected] Resources discussed in this episode:Marie Kondo and the KonMari Movementhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bGpjB1w0b8 Hello Freshhttps://www.hellofresh.com/ Correction: In 2001 we attended an Arizona Diamondbacks game during the NLDS, not the NLCS.

In this episode we discuss core fears and how we interact with them. We hope to inspire our listeners to identify the fears that most commonly affect them and intentionally utilize strategies to grow in the face of such fears.As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!Questions or comments? Reach out to us at [email protected] Resources discussed in this episode:Discover and Defeat your Core Fears by Coach Valorie BurtonFear of FailureFear of SuccessFear of RejectionFear of Uncertaintyhttps://valorieburton.com/discover-and-defeat-your-core-fears/Taylor 414ce Acoustic Electric Guitarhttps://www.taylorguitars.com/guitars/acoustic/414ce Economical In-Ear MonitorsCCA C12 in-Ear Monitors, 5BA+1DD Hybrid HiFi Stereo Noise Isolating IEM Wired Earphones/Earbuds/Headphones with Detachable Tangle-Free Cable 2Pin for Musician Audiophile (Without MIC, Amber Gold)https://www.amazon.com/CCA-Headphones-Detachable-Tangle-Free-Audiophile/dp/B07WYWGLKW?th=1  

In this episode we discuss how we label ourselves in our career and life. We discuss that although these labels may often be associated with a job title, it is beneficial to look deeper and identify personal labels based on our passions, traits, and skills.We hope to inspire our listeners to deeply look at who they are… not just what they are paid to do. As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!Questions or comments? Reach out to us at [email protected] Resources discussed in this episode:Book: Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits Book: The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller, Dave Jenks, and Jay Papasan https://kellerink.com/products/the-millionaire-real-estate-investor Book: Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! By Robert Kiyosaki (Audiobook recommendation: 20th Anniversary from 2017, Paperback recommendation: 25th Anniversary from 2022)https://www.richdad.com/We apologize for misquoting “Mind your business.” This topic occurs in Rich Dad Poor Dad, not Millionaire Real Estate Investor. Homework:Write down your identities, labels, and/or titles.Rate your identities. What is most/least important to you?Out of a total of 100%... What percent would you assign to each current identity?Are there any changes you would like to make on how you show up in life?

In this episode we discuss the importance of networking with people in our professional and personal lives. Powerful conversations and network connections cause us to grow and can potentially shift the trajectory of our lives. We hope to inspire our listeners to be approachable, see their value, and know that they “belong in the room” too. As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!Interested in joining the Just an Epic Bookclub? Request info at [email protected] Resources discussed in this episode:Book: The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller, Dave Jenks, and Jay Papasan Book: Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! By Robert Kiyosaki (Audiobook recommendation: 20th Anniversary from 2017, Paperback recommendation: 25th Anniversary from 2022)Association: AZREIA - Arizona Real Estate Investors Association https://azreia.org/ 

Join us as Keslie’s grandmother “Nonie” shares stories from the past 90 years of life. Her legacy of unconditional love is obvious as she speaks of her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She authentically shares stories from the hardships of poverty, to the pain of losing her mother at a young age, and the ache of emptiness in a marriage. Through these emotional stories Nonie conveys her deep desire for everyone in her life to experience a life full of love and joy. By sharing this conversation, we hope to inspire our listeners to intentionally live a life full of epic love and joy.As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!You can reach out to us at [email protected] 

In this episode we have a beautiful conversation with Robert Anders. He is a business owner, drummer, father, husband, and oh yeah… he is our brother-in-law. He speaks with authenticity about his life’s journey through joys and trials. He shares about his leap of faith shifting from being someone’s employee to building his own career and future. We joyfully share memories of Robert’s late father and express how Robert continues to live out his father’s epic legacy.   The three of us hope to inspire our listeners to make intentional choices along the path of building an epic life worth enjoying.As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!Contact Information for Robert AndersRobert’s Running Boards & Floors, LLC602-369-1162Resources discussed in this episode:Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix, Arizonahttps://www.celebritytheatre.com/ Marquee Theatre in Tempe, Arizonahttps://www.luckymanonline.com/ Music Genre: Math Metalhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Math_metal “I have had epic moments everywhere I have played” - Robert

Just do it! (Thank you Nike!)Feel it… take action… and move! Things don’t need to be perfect before you begin. Use us an example: This is the first episode where we shift from The Nick & Keslie Show to the Just An Epic Life Podcast. As our podcasting journey evolves, we continue to gain clarity and purpose. We are excited to re-brand, re-focus, and re-energize. Thank you to our loyal listeners and welcome to our brand new listeners as we all enjoy an epic life together. Just An Epic Book Club - September 2022Book/Audiobook:Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad OnesAuthor: James ClearSeptember 12 & 19 on ZoomRSVP or find out more by emailing [email protected]

In this episode we share some of our experiences and perspectives of parenting.We hope to inspire our listeners to make intentional choices in their interactions with the young people in their lives.As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!You can reach us at [email protected] Resources discussed in this episode:Quote from Jon Acuff/Zig Ziglar from Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking - by Jon Acuffhttps://soundtracksbook.com/ Send us an email to request a free PDF of checklists that our family has created. 

Podcast NotesIn this episode we share experiences of growing into adulthood and striving for improvement every day.We hope to inspire our listeners to find opportunities to grow everyday. Mediocrity is not an option when we choose to live an epic life. As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!You can reach us at [email protected] Resources discussed in this episode:Parkinson’s Law: "Work expands so as to fill the time available for its completion."  (All work fills the time allowed) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parkinson%27s_law The production we are seeing tonight:It Could Be Worse, We Still Have WineWritten & Performed by Jessica HackensonVista Broadway TheatrePodcast referenced about Kobe Bryant: Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Episode released 8/11/22: The 5 Things BROKE People Do That The Rich DON’T Do. Nick’s note: Listen to the conversation with Jay WiliamsArizona State Thespian Festivalhttps://arizonathespians.com/festival-2/ Fools A play by Neil Simonhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fools_(play) “If I Can’t Love Her” from Disney’s Broadway Production of Beauty and the Beasthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/If_I_Can%27t_Love_HerGrand Canyon Universityhttps://www.gcu.edu/TGI Fridayshttps://tgifridays.com/Words of wisdom starting around 32:00“Find your own greatness and stop beating yourself up”

In this episode we dive into Nick’s journey through life and focus on the powerful connections he has made with people along the way. We discuss the power of learning from the wisdom of generations older than us. We discuss inspiring generations younger than us. We even explore the significance that we have during different stages of our career and life.  We hope to inspire our listeners to intentionally learn from wise people in their lives. As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!You can reach us at [email protected] Anytown Leadership & Diversity Camphttps://anytownleadershipcamp.org/ 

In this episode we spend time with Isaiah and Raven as we talk about our family dynamic, their relationship as siblings, and lessons we have learned together. We hope to inspire our listeners to make intentional choices in their relationships, playtime, and life. As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!You can reach us at [email protected] Resources discussed in this episode:Words of wisdom from Isaiah:How to play life: If you don’t go 100%, you fail.Words of wisdom from Raven:Battle scars are trophies.Our amazing orthodontist:Dr. Vina Zinnhttps://saportho.com/ Sid the Sloth from Ice Agehttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0268380/The Future’s Course at the 500 Club Golf Coursehttps://the500club.com/the-futures-course-at-the-500-club/the-futures-course-programs/ 

In this episode we share challenges and triumphs from our faith journey and throughout our career as worship leaders. We reflect honestly about the low points and doubts we have faced in our faith journey. We hope to inspire our listeners to be open to where their faith journey may take them. We hope to offer our listeners who are new to faith or who have yet to start in faith a fresh perspective on the doubts that come naturally as part of a faith journey. We invite our listeners to share this episode with other worship leaders to help promote a sense of community in what is often a lonely and challenging position. As always… ENJOY AN EPIC LIFE!You can reach us at [email protected] Resources discussed in this episode:The 5 Second Rule by Mel RobbinsBook/Audiobook: https://melrobbins.com/5secondrule/Book/audiobook Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking - by Jon Acuffhttps://soundtracksbook.com/ “It’s Good” spoken by Jim Carey & Morgan Freeman in Bruce Almighty (2003)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qpE8bW1iAA https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0315327/ Documentaries narrated by Morgan Freemanhttps://www.cinemablend.com/news/2478551/the-best-documentaries-narrated-by-morgan-freeman-including-the-story-of-god The Shawshank Redemption (1994) narrated by Morgan Freemanhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111161/?ref_=tt_ch I Will Go recorded by Big Dady Weavehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgvlu8yfgMA The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, KansasSenior Pastor: Adam Hamiltonhttps://cor.org/ Sermon Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/church-of-the-resurrection-leawood-sermons/id1206582072 National Community Church in Washington D.C.Lead Pastor: Mark Battersonhttps://national.cc/ Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989) starring Harrison Fordhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097576/ Matt Maherhttps://www.mattmahermusic.com/ Hope 4 Kids Internationalhttps://www.hope4kidsinternational.org/ Grand Canyon Universityhttps://www.gcu.edu/ 

In this episode we share our story from the worst week in our lives (so far). Keslie shares of the physical pain she endured during a gallbladder incident and the positive mindset she applied to combat this painful experience. We share how the training we received in the Bradley Method’s childbirth preparation gave us valuable tools to participate in informed choices with our medical team.We hope to inspire our listeners to approach similar experiences as knowledgeable consumers of medical services. We also hope to encourage our listeners to support family and friends who are experiencing similar situations. As always… ENJOY LIFE!You can reach us at [email protected] Resources discussed in this episode:The 5 Second Rule by Mel RobbinsBook/Audiobook: https://melrobbins.com/5secondrule/Journal: https://www.amazon.com/Second-Journal-Daily-Fastest-Power/dp/168261722X The Bradley Method for childbirthhttps://www.bradleybirth.com/ Movie: Fever Pitch (2005) with Drew Barrymore & Jimmy Fallonhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0332047/