Lucas Nature is an artist and filmmaker. On this episode, Lucas opens up about his family dynamic and childhood growing up outside. He talks about the value he got from being outside and playing with his friends. Lucas shares some of the life lessons he learned through hockey. Also, he discusses his reasoning for quitting the sport and how we went D1 for men's track and field at Stonehill College. Lucas set records and explains how difficult it was to manage school and athletics in college. Then...
Aug 11, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 217
On this episode, I was joined by my girlfriend, Elyse Beauregard, who is the editor of my book. Originally, this episode was going to be a solo discussing the book I'm currently reading titled, Extinction of Experience by Christine Rosen, but Elyse was willing to join in and test out the new studio. We dive into some of the concepts in the book and how technology is changing the human experience. Some of the topics consisted of how computers have changed learning, GPS has prevented human error w...
Jul 21, 2025•24 min•Ep. 216
Kyle Oliveira is the founder and CEO of Luxury Leaf which is a hemp clothing brand. On this episode, Kyle opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like having parents who immigrated from Brazil. Kyle shares some of the cultural differences in values he noticed that his family had compared to friends. He talks about enjoying his college experience and making valuable connections. Also, he discusses how he with the help of some business partners created Luxury Leaf. Kyle values sustainabi...
Jun 30, 2025•57 min•Ep. 215
On this episode, Jake Wickham rejoins the podcast once again to recap another international trip. This time we discuss our latest family trip to the Azores in the beginning of June 2025. Jake catches us up on his major life events since his last appearance back in October of 2023. We discuss the value of being able to travel with our family. Also, sharing some of the cool things we saw in the Azores. We share our favorite moments and some of the lessons we learned during our trip. Join us in thi...
Jun 23, 2025•47 min•Ep. 214
Michael Rose is an Art Gallerist and writer. On this episode, Michael opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like working in his grandparents local business. Michael discusses his early love for art and how it lead him to eventually want to study art history in college. He talks about what an art history major consists of and his college experience. Also, Michael mentions the importance of internships and how that guided him to launch his own website and blog. We dive into the concept...
Jun 02, 2025•59 min•Ep. 213
On this episode, Sathyadev rejoins the podcast for the first time since episode 184. Sathyadev catches us up on everything that has happened since that episode aired a year ago. He talks about what it was like joining his guru, Amma, as she traveled across the US. We dive into the concept of consciousness and how we are all connected to one another. Sathyadev explains the importance of detaching from our ego and identity to truly become conscious and connected. Also, he discusses what kundalini ...
May 12, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 212
Brian Dias is the owner and operator of the landscape company, Clean Cuts. On this episode, Brian opens up about his family dynamic and coming from a large Portuguese family. Brian explains his relationship with his sisters and being a more quiet, introverted child growing up. He mentions moving to Seekonk and eventually starting to play football to make friends. We share our thoughts on football and how it teaches life lessons that translate into adult life. Also, Brian talks about how podcasts...
Apr 28, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 211
Anthony De Jesus is the CEO and founder of DGT Studios. On this episode, Anthony opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like being raised by his mother. Anthony explains the importance of his family and the reunions they would have growing up. He explains being creative in his youth which eventually helped lead him on his career path and to start his clothing brand. Also, Anthony talks about playing football in high school and the life lessons he learned from that. Anthony walks us th...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 210
On this episode, Cxm "Cam" Production, rejoins for the first time since his last appearance on episode 173. Cam talks about everything he has done within the las year since that podcast episode dropped. He explains how he used his love for football and the New England Patriots to start making posters for the players on the team. Cam would go to training camp and give the custom posters to the athletes and this got the attention of local media. Also, Cam discusses his post announcing he wants to ...
Apr 07, 2025•57 min•Ep. 209
Randy Anthony Phillips is a coach at Johnston High School in Rhod Island. On this episode, Randy opens up about his family dynamic as well as the importance of playing sports at a young age. He explains playing basketball with his cousin and the memories they shared doing something they loved as kids. Randy talks about bouncing from different jobs until he was offered an opportunity to coach his nephew playing football. He worked up the ranks coaching various levels of youth football and other s...
Mar 17, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 208
Marlon Wesh is a keynote speaker, momentum coach, and host of the Rising From the Shadows Podcast. On this episode, Marlon opens up about his family dynamic and the struggles during his childhood. He touches on the relationship with his father and how it affected his life. Marlon explains how abuse can affect a person and how the trauma follows you throughout life. He goes into detail about enlisting in the Marines and what he learned from those experiences. Marlon talks about the concept of sha...
Mar 10, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 207
On this episode, Eddy Vieira Jr rejoins the podcast for the first time since his last appearance on episode 169. Eddy catches us up on everything that has happened since that last episode in January of 2024. He talks about expecting his first child in May and what it feels like to be a future father. Eddy explains the value of networking and consistently working on his brand Hunger Breeds Success. We discuss the importance of not caring what others think and chasing your dreams. As well as, talk...
Feb 10, 2025•53 min•Ep. 206
On this episode, Vasilis Axios rejoins the podcast for his first appearance since episode 139. Vasilis catches us up on everything that has happened since episode 139 recorded in May of 2023. He explains his journey with running a marathon on every continent and which one was the toughest. We dive into meal prepping, training, and exercise for a marathon. Also, Vasilis talks about the real estate market and all the new things he's been working on. Then, we discuss the concept of consistency and ...
Jan 27, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 205
Mason Terra is an artist. On this episode, Mason opens up about his family dynamic and how supportive his parents were with his art. Mason explains his early interest in rough housing and wrestling with friends. He explains how seeing a fight one day changed his outlook and forced him to join jujitsu. Mason talks about his love for jujitsu and that he even became a teacher for younger children. Also, Mason goes into detail about always loving drawing, coloring, and painting. This love for art le...
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 204
On this episode, Amanda Russo rejoins the podcast for the first time since her appearance on episode 153. Amanda and myself recap 2024 and how the year went for each of us. She is the host of her own podcast called, Manders Mindset. Also, Amanda explains her decision to leave her job to chase her dreams and visit Bali, Indonesia. In addition, she talks about some of the lessons she learned from attending podcast conferences in 2024. We take turns talking about 2024 and our goals for 2025. Join u...
Jan 06, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 203
Kwon Rabbit is a hip hop artist. On this episode, Kwon opens up about his family dynamic and the relationship he had with his parents. Kwon talks about how his father wasn't really present in his life and how both his parents struggled with addiction. He explains how his mother did her best to try and support him through his childhood and teens, but ultimately Kwon ended up in the foster care system. Kwon goes into detail about struggling to feel like he was enough and points out some of the neg...
Nov 18, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 202
On this episode, I go solo to celebrate my birthday and reflect. I discuss the milestone of recording 200 podcast episodes and hitting over 20k downloads/listens/views. I explain how much it means to be a podcaster and why I continue to make episodes. Also, I talk about the creation of my debut book, The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life. I go into detail about the story behind the book's development and walk through my writing process. Join me in celebrating my birthday and reflecting on...
Nov 05, 2024•27 min•Ep. 201
Riley Sullivan is a musician. On this episode, Riley opens up about his family dynamic and what his relationship was like with his parents. Riley discusses how watching his father spend a lot of time in the office influenced his decision to never work in an office. He talks about writing music at an early age in middle school for a project and that sparked his interest in music. Also, Riley shares details about how a history teacher really pushed him by making a comment about his personality. Ri...
Oct 28, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 200
Ray Lambert is a licensed psychotherapist. On this episode, Ray opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like living with his father. Ray explains how his parents were able to successfully co-parent and guide him into becoming the man he is today. He talks about playing basketball and focusing more on academics rather than the athletics. Also, Ray discusses his passion for the mental health industry and therapy early on in school. Then, how that drove him to succeed in school and eventu...
Oct 14, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 199
Oct 07, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 198
Allana Turcotte is an holistic nature wellness guide. On this episode, Allana opens up about her family dynamic and what her relationship was like with her sister. Allana explains how she was introduced into competitive dance at a young age. She discusses why dance is so important to her and how it's lead to her being involved in musicals too. Also, Allana talks about how she left her career in the psychology field and pursued a path of holistic wellness and herbalism. We dive into the concept o...
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 197
On this episode, Billy Giannouloudis rejoins the podcast for his first time since appearing on episode 132. Billy walks us through what has happened since February 2023. He talks about going to Michigan State University to host a workshop for students. Billy shares how valuable it is to teach about how powerful the mind is to young students to help them succeed early on in their life. Then, we dove into the discussing of things that happen for you rather than to you in relation to spirituality a...
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 196
Soleil Marcotte is a 2nd grade inclusion teacher and small business owner. On this episode, Soleil opens up about her family dynamic and what it was like having to step up from time to time while her father had major health scares. Soleil explains her relationship with her mother and how she influenced her to eventually become a teacher. Also, Soleil talks about being a swimmer and how it helped her form some of her best friendships. She discusses her college path and the importance of getting r...
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 195
Colby Dressler is a freelance writer, editor, and YouTuber. On this episode, Colby opens up about his family dynamic and relationship with his siblings. Colby explains what it was like having a brother on the autism spectrum who was mostly nonverbal and how they led him to have more compassion for others. Also, he talks about his love for sports and more specifically baseball. Colby mentions moving to Georgia for college and working towards studies in animation/art. Then, Colby discusses why he ...
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 194
Aaron Ferro is co-founder of non-profit, Hope For Providence, aimed to help people who are homeless, suffer from mental health issues, and identifying local RI infrastructure problems. On this episode, Aaron opens up about his family dynamic and being raised in a Cape Verdean family. Aaron discusses the importance of family and community and how that's lacking in current society. Also, Aaron explains being a creative early on in life and constantly exploring stories. He talks about going to coll...
Sep 02, 2024•43 min•Ep. 193
On this episode, Zane Propatier rejoins the podcast for his third appearance last one being episode 118. Zane catches us up on everything that has happened since his last episode which was in 2022. He talks about his album release party for '10:30' and what it meant to him having family and friends supporting his music. Also, he explains why he chose to donate the proceeds to St Jude's and the value in doing that versus keeping the money for profit. Zane discusses the end of an era in terms of h...
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 192
Levi Leland is a creator and guide of edgarallanpoeri.com and 'A Walking Tour of Poe's Providence. On this episode, Levi opens up about his family dynamic and the bond he had with his great grandparents. Levi dives into his parents' marriage and how their divorce affected him as a young teen. During his early teenage years Levi began to fall in love with the history of Edgar Allan Poe. He shares how he traveled to many locations where Poe lived and how his work impacted him. Also, Levi discusses...
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 191
Jaime Calva is a music artist also known as J.C. On this episode, Jaime opens up about his family dynamic and the relationship he has with his mother. Jaime dives into what it was like being born in Mexico and moving to the US around 2 years old. He discusses getting his residency later in life and eventually visiting Mexico in his late teenage years. Also, he talks about how he starting writing music early in his childhood drawing inspiration from Eminem. Jaime explains how he was able to get o...
Aug 05, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 190
Susan Shapiro is a compassionate aging hippie and my grandmother. On this episode, Susan opened up about her family dynamic and what it was like watching her mother battle illnesses. Susan explains how all her family stepped up to help and what her relationship was like with her father. Also, Susan discusses what it was like to go to college in New York and how she ended up pursuing a degree in psychology. She talks about supporting many social justice causes ranging from race to gender and ever...
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 189
Catherine Tiley is an artist and masters student. On this episode, Catherine opens up about her family dynamic and relationship with her cousins. Catherine explains what it was like growing up and being undiagnosed for autism. She walks us through how she managed to handle stress and difficult situations throughout her childhood. Also, Catherine talks about isolating from friends during school to help raise her siblings at times. Then, she discusses finally getting her diagnosis and how validati...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 188
