Just Because: The Hu(e)man Experience Podcast

1.04.2026 Episode 208 "Top Movies 2025" I was joined by my lovely wife Serena and my bRhother Tim! We shared our top 10 movies from 2025If you have a thoughtful or silly question you'd like us to tackle, email [email protected] can find these magnificent people on IGTim @timothyahlersJust Because @justbecausepod

1.11.2026 Episode 207 "Top Music Artists 2025" I was joined by friends Monáe and Christina, and making his "Just Because" debut, Rick! We shared who our favorite music artists were who released music in 2025.If you have a thoughtful or silly question, you'd like us to tackle, email [email protected] can find these magnificent people on IGRick @rhcomedy also more info on rhcomedy.comMonáe @alleyezonmonaeChistina @r1der.15

3.14.26 Episode 1 "Grad Lobo: Thoughts of a Sinner" I started grad school! It's been almost two months of my brain being smashed and massaged. Here are some of my thoughts.

11.01.25 Episode 206 "Friendships: How Much Did I Weigh" I was joined by BRhother Ronald and my great friends Dilcia and Becca. We went through the ins and outs of friendships: 1) What makes someone a "friend" to you?2) What's the oldest friendship you have going?3) What's the most recent friendship you've made?4) Have you ever broken up with a friend?5) Have you ever been broken up with by a friend?6) What is social media's effects on friendships?7) Have you been part of a friend group imploding?This is the third and final episode in a series where I talked to different peeps about their thoughts, views and experiences on friendships. If you have a thoughtful or silly question you'd like us to tackle, email [email protected] can find these magnificent people on IGRonald @the_ronmowerDilcia @dilciayvonne

10.18.25 Episode 205 "Friendships: Looking Good" I was joined by my friends Monae, Franc and making his Just Because debut, Devin! We went through the ins and outs of friendships: 1) What makes someone a "friend" to you?2) What's the oldest friendship you have going?3) What's the most recent friendship you've made?4) Have you ever broken up with a friend?5) Have you ever been broken up with by a friend?6) What is social media's effects on friendships?7) Have you been part of a friend group imploding?This is the second in a 3 episode series where I'll talk to different peeps about their thoughts, views and experiences on friendships. If you have a thoughtful or silly question you'd like us to tackle, email [email protected]

9.06.25 Episode 204 "Friendships: Strong Bubbles and Shovels" I was joined by my bRhother Ameer, and my friends Jess and Kiara! We went through the ins and outs of friendships: 1) What makes someone a "friend" to you?2) What's the oldest friendship you have going?3) What's the most recent friendship you've made?4) Have you ever broken up with a friend?5) Have you ever been broken up with by a friend?6) What is social media's effects on friendships?This is the first in a 3 episode series where I'll talk to different peeps about their thoughts, views and experiences on friendships. If you have a thoughtful or silly question you'd like us to tackle, email [email protected] can find these friendly friends on IGJess @jessicalacieAmeer @jimmy_lawsenthornThe podcast @justbecausepod

8.03.25 Episode 203 "RR Reclaim the Horror" I was joined by my friends Lydia, Dominick and making his Just Because debut, Adrian!Topics:1) What's something people usually misunderstand about you?2) What is the scariest movie you've seen?3) Regrettable experiences with internet purchases4) What is something that you feel is important in self-growth?5) What are you lying to yourself about?You can follow this glamorous people on IGLydia @midcentury.mumDominick @that_dom_lifeAdrian @franco_fr4ncFollow @justbecausepod on IG. Rate and subscribe on Spotify. It'll save my marriage. Or mirage...

7.13.24 Episode 202 "RR Lube Mouthed" I was joined by my bRhother Gwyn, my fabulous friend Kelly and my kick-ass friend Robert!Topics:1) What day should be a holiday?2) Being thankful.3) Connection between being in nature and mental health4) Forms of storytellingYou can follow these fabulous people on IGRobert @beau_gosseKelly @kellywithabigolkGwyn @garstan_triciaIf you have any questions or episode topics, email [email protected] and subscribe on Spotify. It'll stop me from sneezing.

1.11.25 Episode 201 "Top Shows of 2024" I was joined by my bRhother Chris, my friend Michelle and, making her Just Because debut, Riley! We shared our top 5 shows from 2024.You can follow these awesome people on IG:Riley @rileyy_proctorMichelle @mingylingyChris @youngyuan24

1.04.25 Episode 200 "Top Movies of 2024" I was joined by Serena, Monáe and making his Just Because debut, Gabriel! We rank our top 10 movies of 2024, share what movies disappointed us, what movies pleasantly surprised us and what movies we didn't get.You can follow these magnificent people on IG:Monáe @alleyezonmonaeGabriel @gabuchogramMe, myself @justbecausepod

1.04.25 Episode 199 "FD 2024" I was joined by bRhothers Jeremiah, DJ and Chris. We fantasy-drafted the year 2024: 1 series, 1 movie, 1 music artist, 1 song, 1 news story. You can follow these beautiful people on IG: Jeremiah @babyboi73 DJ @prince_of_petty @officialblackdahlia Chris @youngyuan24

6.30.24 Episode 198 "RR Naughty Prince" I was joined by my bRhother Isaiah, my great friend Chaz and, making her Just Because debut, my friend Nina! Topics: 1) What would your life look like without social media? 2) Aging and disabilities 3) What value do you place on higher education? Is it necessary to be successful? 4) What compliment do you wish you got more often? What compliment isn't a big deal to you? You can follow these fabulous people on IG Nina @ninalizeth81 Isaiah @1_c_l_kuya Chaz @chaz_from_finance If you have any questions or episode topics, email [email protected] Rate and subscribe on Spotify. It'll make my low kicks stronger.

6.15.24 Episode 197 "RR Robot Abuse" I was joined by my friends Yvette, Jaena and my bRhother Frankie. Topics: 1. What is a book you'd recommend? 2. Reaching zen 3. Top 3 Pixar movies 4. What is one movie you absolutely despise? You can find these fantastic people on IG Yvette @yveemermaid Jaena @conjayne Frankie @freighnklin Email [email protected] if you have suggestions for episodes or thoughts. Please rate and subscribe on Spotify.

6.01.24 Episode 196 "RR No Candles Please" I was joined by my bRhother Max and my friends Jessica and Hieyam. Email [email protected] if you have any suggestions for episodes! Please rate and subscribe on Spotify. I'll be nicer to my children if you do.

12.17.23 Episode 195 "FD Holiday Things" This episode features my friends Jess and Ivan Z.! We fantasy-drafted holiday things; rituals, movies, yum-yums. If we enjoy it during a holiday, we talked about it. My kickball team is raising money for school-aged kiddos. Click on the link below to donate. Sneakers for Success: Student Shoe Drive https://gofund.me/76d76098

11.18.23 Episode 194 "Trivia Cities are Real" This episode features my bRhothers Tre and Danny and my good friend Dilcia! The links for the organizations these fine people chose are listed below. Planned Parenthood https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Be a Leader Foundation https://bealeader.org/ Human Rights Campaign https://www.hrc.org/ If you have any suggestions for topics for the next trivia episode or topics for any future episodes, feel free to email [email protected] You can find these lovely people on IG Tre @insta.tr3 Dilcia @dilciayvonne Danny @eladin__

10.21.23 Episode 193 "RR The Pain of Existence" This episode features Tapia, Monáe and Brandon. Topics: 1. Rising costs of streaming 2. What was a recent change/development that may have been difficult but you're thankful for? 3. Why does religion get used to commit mass genocides and still viewed as building blocks in the world? 4. Thoughts on Gaza 5. What was your favorite concert/album from the past year?

9.30.23 Episode 192 "RR The Net Will Appear" This episode features my friends Esther, Franc and Sal! Watch George HW Bush & Ronald Reagan Debate Immigration In 1980 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeimAjYTyMA Los Tigres del Norte "Somos Mas Americanos" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdZ8kojLu8Q Tupac Shakur Murder Suspect Arraignment https://www.cnn.com/us/live-news/tupac-shakur-murder-suspect-arraignment-10-04-23/index.html What film, TV, play or book quote has always stuck with you? Updates on DACA Should we have age requirements for government positions? Musicians, reality stars, athletes crossing over into acting. You can find these fabulous people on IG Esther @estherbluedeavalos Sal @azlawtino

8.19.23 Episode 191 "RR Sudden Urges" This episode features my friends Michelle, Ernesto and my lil bRho Austin. What would be your contribution in a social movement? What's your guilty pleasure movie? Do you have any ghost stories? What science news is blowing your mind? You can find these cool people on IG Michelle @minglylingy Ernesto @ernieortiz Austin @ajaustinc Also, Ernesto's website! https://www.ernieortiz.com/

Episode 190 "Top Movies of 2023" I was joined by my partner, Serena, my bRhother Chris and, for her first episode, my friend Kiara! We list our top 10 movies of 2023. These episodes always go long because we go in-depth on what we loved about these movies as well as what movies disappointed us. Intro featuring the little Lobos

7.30.23 Episode 189 "RR Trust Propaganda" This episode features my friends Xavi, Jaena and my sister-in-law Jessica L.! We talked about Mitch McConnell malfunctioning, trafficking, how much we trust strangers and drug commercials. You can find these magnificent people on IG Xavier @the_xavier_acosta Jessica L. @jezzmaree Jaena @conjayne

Episode 188 "FD 2023" I was joined by my bRhother Mat and my grand lil Christina! We fantasy-draft the year that was 2023: 1 news story, a song, a music artist, a TV show and a movie. You can follow these cool people Mat @matnevarez Christina @r1der.15

7.22.23 Episode 187 "RR Birthday Mind Control" I was joined by my bRhother Jeremiah, my friend Lydia, and, for his 1st episode, my dear friend Dom! We talk about AI, Jonah Hill and therapy as well as superpowers. Intro featuring Kid Lobo. You can find these fabulous people on IG Lydia @lilman_in_the_desert Jeremiah @babyboi73 Dom @that_dom_life

1.13.24 Episode 186 I was joined by my friends Monáe and Michelle and making his Just Because debut, my brother PA! We each ranked our top 5 shows of 2023! You can follow these fabulous people on IG: Monáe @alleyezonmonae Michelle @mingylingy Just Because @justbecausepod You're able to review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so please go leave a review! My heart will explode and ooze love if you do. Feel like sharing an idea for a topic that you'd like to hear us rattle on about? Email us [email protected]

7.16.23 Episode 185 "Start a Fire" I was joined by my friends Ty T. and Jessica. We're adults and we are tired. Leave us alone. What’s a common experience for many people that you’ve never experienced? What did you Google last? What’s the most annoying noise? You can find these fantastic people on IG Ty @jt852 Jessica @jhaley_c and get some of her brownies @mix.nmemories

7.02.23 Episode 184 "Too Much Human Doing" I was joined by my friend Yvette, my BRhother Isaiah and, making his Just Because debut, Robert! We get into school when we were kids vs school for kids now, what the hell the Supreme Court is up to as well as some random questions. What’s the scariest non-horror movie? What scientific discovery would change the course of humanity overnight if it was discovered? Where are you not welcome anymore? You can follow these awesome peeps on IG Yvette @yveemermaid Robert @beau_gosse Isaiah @1_c_l_kuya

5.21.23 Episode 183 "Trivia Sabotage" I was joined by my friends Lydia and Esther and my bRhother Ameer for some trivia! They each chose an organization to play for and then answered a bunch of silly questions. I apologize for the singing. Intro featuring the little Lobos. Child Crisis AZ https://childcrisisaz.org/ Yaqui Animal Rescue https://www.yaquianimalrescue.com/ One Tree Planted https://onetreeplanted.org/ You can find these fantastic people on IG Lydia @lilman_in_the_desert Esther @estherbluedeavalos Ameer @jimmy_lawsenthorn Also, because of what's happening in Gaza, if you want to donate to help Palestinians Unicef https://www.unicef.org/appeals/state-of-palestine Palestinian Children's Relief Fund https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/gaza-relief Islamic Relief https://secure.irusa.org/donate/give-gift

5.20.23 Episode 182 "FD Songs in Movies" I was joined by my wife Serena, my friend Michelle and my bRhother Max to fantasy-draft songs in movies! We had a lot of fun going into what these songs and movies meant to us. Intro featuring the Little Lobos! You can find these fantastic people on IG Michelle @mingylingy Max @maxalec The Greatest Showman | "This Is Me" with Keala Settle | 20th Century FOX https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLFEvHWD_NE

4.21.23 Episode 181 "FD Music Collabs" I was joined by my bRhothers Ivan and Ajai and my friend Monáe. They joined me on this episode to fantasy-draft music collaborations. We picked some pretty amazing songs....so, you're welcome. You can find these magnificent people on IG Monáe @alleyezonmonae Ivan @ya_bazic Ajai @flawless_starty

4.02.23 Episode 180 "RR Not So Common Sense" I was joined by my BRhother Frankie and my great friends Kelly and Jaena! What about humans confuses you the most? What habit do you have now that you wish you started much earlier? 1gotta go: hanging out with friends, boo time, alone time, family game night What’s the most ridiculous animal on the planet? You can find these amazing people on IG Kelly @kellywithabigolk Jaena @conjayne Frankie @freighnklin

3.25.23 Episode 179 "RR Born to Die" I was joined by Serena and for his first episode, Tapia! We discuss what "mental health" means to us and what it seems to mean these days. As a child, what did you think would be awesome about being an adult, but isn’t as awesome as you thought it would be? What superhero annoys you the most? What about humans confuses you the most?

3.05.23 Episode 178 "RR I Second That" I was joined by my peeps Jesus, Jessica and Desiree! We discuss sometimes needing liquid courage, not knowing lyrics to songs, and what desserts we'd get rid of. What really needs to be modernized? How comfortable are you speaking in front of large groups of people? What bit of trivia do you know that is very interesting but also very useless? You can find these fantastic people on IG Jesus @jesus_c2 and the organization Colten Cowell Foundation @coltencowellfdn Jessica @jhaley_c and get some of her brownies @mix.nmemories Desiree @luvmigeek and check out her crafts @merchmom

Episode 177 6.18.23 "Across the Spider-Verse Review" I was joined by Serena, Jaena, and Dilcia to talk about this amazing movie! You can find these fantastic people on IG Jaena @conjayne Dilcia @dilciayvonne

1.29.23 Episode 176 "RR Sugar People" I was joined by my peeps Chaz, Becca and Abraham. Which protagonist from a movie would make the worst roommate? If you could have an all-expenses paid trip to go anywhere, where would you choose? What’s your favorite game? You can find these amazing people on IG Chaz @chaz_from_finance Becca @unclebecca Abraham @abrahamntonya

1.28.23 Episode 175 "RR Dr. Pepper Trees" I was joined by my peeps Yvette, Sal and Ivan! Would you rather never get angry or never be envious? What do you wish grew on trees besides money? What do you have doubts about?

1.22.23 Episode 174 "RR Disgusting or Worldly" I was joined by my friends Michelle and Hieyam and my lil BRho Danny. How do you feel about cancel culture? What word do you always misspell? How do you judge a person?

1.08.23 Episode 173 "Trivia Control" I was joined by my Dean Marsail J. Ford, my bRhother Austin and two great friends of mine, Brandon and Christina! Below are the links for the organizations they played for. St. Jude Children's Research Hospital https://www.stjude.org/ Arizona Humane Society https://www.azhumane.org/ Apache Junction Paws and Claws https://friendsofapachejunction.org/?page_id=31 Brain Aneurysm Foundation https://www.bafound.org/

12.18.22: Episode 172 "FD 2022" I was joined by my wife Serena and my bRhothers Jeremiah and Chris. We fantasy-draft the year that was 2022: 1 news story, a song, a music artist, a TV show and a movie. You can follow these fabulous people on IG: Jeremiah @babyboi73 Chris @youngyuan24 You're able to review on Spotify so please go leave a review! My heart will explode and go everywhere all at once if you do.

2.25.23 Episode 171 I was joined by my bRhother Chris and my friends, Nat and Franc to review "Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania." What did you all think of the movie? Also, if you have suggestions for movies or shows, you'd like us to review feel free to comment or send an email to [email protected]

12.17.22 Episode 170 "Top Movies of 2022" I was joined by my friends Xavi and Monáe and my bRhother Chris. We each rank our top 10 movies of 2022! You can follow these fabulous people on IG: Xavi @the_xavier_acosta Monáe @alleyezonmonae Chris @youngyuan24 You're able to review on Spotify now so please go leave a review! My heart will explode and ooze love if you do.

12.10.22 Episode 169 "Top 5 Songs of 2022" I was joined by Lydia and my BRhother Mat! We shared our top 5 favorite songs of 2022. These songs meant a lot to us this past year. You can find these awesome peeps on IG Mat @matnevarez Lydia @quinones.textiles *We don't own any rights to the songs you hear! We just love them.*

11.27.22 Episode 168 "Parenting Pt. 2" I was joined by my BRhother Isaiah and my good friend Dilcia. We trade our stories about parenting and perspectives we've gained along the way. You can follow these awesome peeps on IG Dilcia @dilciayvonne Isaiah @1_c_l_kuya

11.19.22 Episode 167 I was joined by my BRhothers Tim, Jeremiah and Chris to remember our BRhother and friend, Gregory "Cadence" Cook. It was Greg's birthday so we decided to share stories and feelings about this beautiful person.

11.05.22 Episode 166 "Parenting Pt. 1" I was joined by Ty T., Jaena and Desiree to discuss parenting. We share our experiences from the things we love about parenting to the things that frustrate us. You can follow these fabulous people on IG Ty @jt852 Jaena @conjayne Desiree @luvmigeek

11.27.21 Episode 165 Marsail J Ford Pt2. My Dean returns and he shares more of his amazing life with me. This is a man I hold dear to my heart so I am honored that he chose to share so much with me. lobocreates.com @justbecausepod on IG

10.30.21 Episode 164 "FD Items in a Horror Movie" I was joined by my wife Serena and my bRhother Greg. We fantasy-drafted items to have in a horror movie. Yesterday, on October 1, 2022, we found out that Greg had passed away. Below is a GoFundMe link to help his family out. I've known this beautiful man for many years and anything you can give to help would be greatly appreciated. https://www.gofundme.com/f/gregory-alexander-cooks-memorial-fund

7.16.22 Episode 163 "Ms. Marvel Ep6 Review" I was joined by my bRhothers Max, Jeremiah and Greg! We reviewed episode 6, the season finale of "Ms. Marvel!" Vice video explaining Partition and Britain's part in India and Pakistan www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_jGPf764d0 You can find these wonderful people on IG Max @maxalec Jeremiah @babyboi73 Greg @greggyc Music by Aman @amanabdulalim

7.10.22 Episode 162 "Ms. Marvel Ep5 Review" I was joined by my bRhothers Tim and Gwyn! We reviewed episode 5 of "Ms. Marvel." Vice video explaining Partition and Britain's part in India and Pakistan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_jGPf764d0 You can find more info on Tim and Karena's photography business and have them capture your soul: www.sunlightcinematography.com/ and on IG @sunlightcinematography You can find Gwyn on: https://www.youtube.com/user/tristangarcia89/videos IG garstan_tricia Music by Aman @amanabdulalim

7.06.22 Episode 161 "Ms. Marvel Ep4 Review" I was joined by my wonderful wife Serena! We review episode 4 of "Ms. Marvel. If you have any suggestions for shows, movies, albums, songs....restaurants, you want me and some peeps to review, send an email to [email protected] Music by Aman @amanabdulalim

6.26.22 Episode 160 "Ms. Marvel Ep3 Review" I was joined by my bRhother Greg and our friend Alejandra. We shared our thoughts on episode 3 "Ms. Marvel." You can find these fantastic people on IG Greg @greggyc Alejandra @ale_delcarmen Music by Aman @amanabdulalim