Hating hatred is a good thing
I talk with David about the self-inflicting, society-crippling power of hatred, and it's cure. We don't need more hatred; it's man's worst enemy.
Oct 03, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Face Life’s Chaos
Life comes at you fast. Chaos happens. You want to handle life's hot mess express; who doesn't? “Face Life's Chaos” is for you.
It's me, grampa Rod, sharing insights with my 25-year-old grandson, David. It's about living with no regrets. Gotcha covered, D.
I've seen my share of ups & downs—similar to the ones you're gonna face. On Mondays I relate new, interesting episodes. I invite you to listen in.
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Episodes
Can you believe that?
I talk with David about the place of faith in everyday living. Is it a crutch or a useful tool? Without faith it is impossible to move ahead.
Sep 18, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Staying Power
I talk with David about the power of persistence. Sticking with an effort spells success. Overcoming obstacles through perseverance feels good.
Sep 11, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Was it a Summer of Love?
I talk with David about the summer of 2020, the “Summer of Love,” and the attitudes that made it devastating. Contentment, gratitude, and drive make life enjoyable.
Aug 28, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 31
The "Haves" and the "Have nots"
I talk with David about the “haves” and the “have nots.” Happiness is in the mind, not in ownership. Both contempt and self-pity will make your life miserable!
Aug 21, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Interested in Money? Me, too!
I talk with David about money, specifically how to make money interesting. The longer you wait to spend your money, the more of it you'll be able to spend!
Aug 08, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Do you have Trust Issues?
I talk with David about the people in his life. Who are you gonna trust? How do you know? It's good to have trustworthy friends, don't you think?
Jul 31, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 28
One liners: More thoughts about life
I talk with David using even more mottoes to live by. Self-talk is powerful, and repeating memorable mottos sets a positive path. I help define his success.
Jul 24, 2023•20 min•Season 1Ep. 27
One liners to live by
In this episode I talk with David about power-packed one liners. Self-talk is powerful, and repeating memorable mottoes sets a positive path. It's good to define your success.
Jul 17, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 26
The Power of Pursuing your Goals: Achievement
I talk with David about cruising through life effectively by setting and pursuing goals, ones that fill your heart. Aim high and see where you go!
Jul 03, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Pivot: Changing Directions in Life
I'm gonna talk with David about why I pivoted after my junior year of college. I was preparing to become a chemical engineer. What provoked me to change?
Jun 27, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 24
So you Graduated; What's next?
I talk with David about the choices one makes after graduating from high school. What's next for the graduate? Consider King Solomon's guidance.
Jun 19, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 23
I Protest against Violent Protests
Today I'm gonna talk with David about the power of peaceful protest. The in-your-face approach of our culture is divisive and ineffective. Dr. King showed a better way.
Jun 13, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Using Obstacles to get Ahead
Today I'm gonna talk with David about the blessing of obstacles. Do they stop me, slow me down, or show me a better way? Don't let them stop you, use them to get ahead!
Jun 06, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Bullies abound: Rise above
I talk with David about bullying and its corrosive malignance. It damages everyone involved, even the bully. Don't be like him, rise above.
May 29, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Can we talk?
I talk with David about the disaster of shutting out dialog. No matter who we want to blame; the one who refuses to talk about it is responsible for divisiveness. Dialog is always a two-way street.
May 15, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Don't let your "friends" bring you down
Today I'm gonna to talk with David about the dangers friends can introduce. Good ones inspire; but bad ones can lead you astray. Pick wisely and avoid dark places.
May 08, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 18
A true friend is a treasure
I talk with David about how my best friend showed me true loyalty and friendship; and what it cost. Good friends will fill your heart.
May 01, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 17
The Secret I learned on a railroad track
Today I talk with David about how my salmon fishing experience can help him overcome chaos when it happens. Watching the waves makes you “talk to Ralph,” look at the horizon instead. Stay focused and stay sane.
Apr 25, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 16
The ATM Caper
Today I talk with David about selfish greed. Stealing is a scourge on society. It costs everyone a lot of money and hurts a lot of people. But what does it do to the thief? Have I got an apple of a story for you!
Apr 17, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Strengthened by My Weaknesses
Today I'm gonna to talk with David about weaknesses. We all have'em, but how do we treat'em; as excuses for failure, or as opportunities to become stronger? Stronger is better. So get in the game and get strong.
Apr 10, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Putting an end to tragedy
Rod talks with David about last week's school shooting in Tennessee. What a heartbreak. He tries to help him focus on the only workable solution to further tragedies.
Apr 03, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Blame-shifting or "I did it"; which do you choose?
I talk with David about taking responsibility for choices and actions. Responsibility-ducking, finger-pointing, and blame-shifting never fixed anything. Stand up and man-up. Own it and move on.
Mar 27, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Depression is Depressing; Fight Back
Don't confuse sadness or discouragement with depression. That's like comparing molehills to mountains. Many years ago I was in a deep depression; I searched for and found a way out. Let me share it with you.
Mar 20, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 11
The earthling’s guide to great living
Instead of being a “book of rules” for Christians, the Bible has answers. Did you know that any relationship question you might have is answered in the Bible? It's like your personal GPS through life.
Mar 13, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Is the Bible really from God?
Did you know that most people who reject the Bible don't really know what it is? That's like turning down a pot of gold because someone else said the old pot was worthless! I tell you, there's gold inside; It's worth looking into.
Mar 06, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 9
What should I do with advice?
Advice! Everybody wants to give you advice. Whatcha gonna do? Listen to everyone? Listen to no one? listen to some? Good choosing makes for good long-term results and outcomes.
Feb 27, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 8
With integrity you win
Three positive things come from integrity: You keep out of trouble, you'll be respected by others, and you'll walk in the blessings of God. Becoming a person of integrity has a lot to offer. It's up to you.
Feb 20, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Overcoming Gun Violence
I help David explore the real problem of gun ownership and how to overcome violence.
Feb 13, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Stand for What you Stand for
I talk with David about standing strong and living without compromise. Without clarity in convictions it’s easy to wimp out. Standing firm is good. Nobody respects a snowflake.
Feb 07, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 5
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