This is your world: Headline Observations
I talk with David about eye-catching headlines from the Seattle Times. Take a practical look into the power of wisdom in everyday occurrences.
Jan 20, 2025•17 min•Season 3Ep. 2
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
Are we full yet?
I talk with David about how to fill the voids in life. Listen to the end to discover Solomon's secret.
Jan 13, 2025•14 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Keep your eyes wide open
I talk with David about eyeballing the new year, 2025. Plan to grow in four vital areas of your life.
Dec 30, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Success ain't for quitters
I talk with David about how to measure success. Learn some amazing points from highly successful people on how they did it.
Dec 23, 2024•15 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Managing Money can be Interesting!
I talk with David about money again; how interesting can money be? The longer you wait to spend your money, the more of it you'll be able to spend!
Dec 16, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Fear of Failure: The Trapdoor to Mediocrity
I talk with David about how to rise above mediocrity and turn failure into wings. Becoming who you can be is better than settling for average.
Dec 09, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 49
Gratitude: Your under-used Super Power
I talk with David about the value and power of gratitude. Focusing on the good in your life can turn every dark situation around.
Dec 02, 2024•13 min•Season 2Ep. 48
Thankful for Thanksgiving
I talk with David about being thankful, especially at Thanksgiving. It honors our Creator and makes every circumstance more pleasant.
Nov 25, 2024•11 min•Season 2Ep. 47
Dealing with loss: Maple died and we all cried
I talk with David about my three pets that died. Our grief over the loss of a loved one invites us to look beyond the grave.
Nov 18, 2024•13 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Benefit of the Doubt
I talk with David about granting other people the Benefit of the Doubt. You will brighten the world around you with your generous spirit.
Nov 11, 2024•12 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Hope Gives you Wings
I talk with David about the uplifting, heart-helping power of hope! Hope drives you toward your future and urges you to carry on through setbacks.
Nov 04, 2024•17 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Self-Centered Living is so Selfish
I talk about navigating a culture that is self-focused. Self-centered people abound. Do NOT let yourself become one of them.
Oct 28, 2024•15 min•Season 2Ep. 43
Vote smart: uninformed choices are expensive
I apply the power of critical thinking to some of our heavier decisions. Good outcomes are possible! Take care how you vote, your future pivots with the outcome.
Oct 21, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Do you think you're a good thinker?
I talk with David about the power and value of critical thinking. Good choices are possible! Investing time in critiquing decisions minimizes future chaos.
Oct 14, 2024•13 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Brutal Facts and Convenient Lies
I talk with David about facing immovable facts to make decisions that avoid negative outcomes. Truth remains true no matter how much we might wish otherwise.
Oct 07, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Sometimes Truth Hurts
I talk about the power and pain of truth. Sometimes it hurts, but with your heart as your compass, truth is your North Pole
Sep 30, 2024•12 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Everyday Faith
I talk about faith. Does it have a place in modern life? How does fit with the theme of facing life's chaos? Life is fuller, freer, and more powerful when we trust other people.
Sep 23, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 38
What do you think about Jesus?
I discuss the variety of ideas people have about Jesus. Did He even really exist? Finding clarity in history gives you a basis for informed decisions.
Sep 16, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Living Intentionally: Critical Steps
I follow up with David and share seven key steps to living intentionally as well as some rewards. Being in control leads to a gratifying life.
Sep 09, 2024•16 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Live intentionally; purpose to excel
I talk with David about living life intentionally to get the sweet parts. Imagine how full and rewarding life will be when you live on purpose.
Sep 02, 2024•11 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Are you under the influence of people?
I talk with David about influence: how to be a good one and how to avoid being negatively influenced. Influence can be subtle, but it's powerful; take it seriously.
Aug 26, 2024•12 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Respect: Your ticket to amazing relationships
I take a note from Aretha Franklin; respect for other people is the only way to live well. It rises above and smooths the rough edges of society.
Aug 20, 2024•12 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Wanna keep your job? Interview with a big-box manager
I visit my other friend, Greg, a former big-box store manager. He talks about how to thrive at work. When I make my manager's job easier, we both succeed.
Aug 13, 2024•21 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Pusuing a position in technology, Pt. 2
Inpart 2 of my interview with Mark, my retired engineering friend, he gets more specific about technical interviews.
Aug 05, 2024•13 min•Season 2Ep. 31
How to land a job in the technical field, Pt. 1
I host another interview, this time with a retired engineer responsible for hiring qualified college grads. He shares what he looked for in applicants.
Jul 27, 2024•17 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Wanna Job? Insights from a blue-collar hirer
I interview a blue-collar man who has hired many young people. He shares insights on how to win a job.
Jul 22, 2024•19 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Fireworks and Fools
I talk with David about contorlling his inner pyro. Loss of control can become deadly.
Jul 15, 2024•12 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Freedom!
I talk with David about our precious freedoms. Let's honor the price that purchased them.
Jul 08, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 27
What can Jesus do for you?
I talk with David about the real-life person, Jesus of Nazareth. Following Him is surprisingly uplifting.
Jul 01, 2024•13 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Wanna live above fear?
I talk with David about facing life head-on without fear. A guardian angel is a good thing to have.
Jun 24, 2024•13 min•Season 2Ep. 25
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