Beauty and The Beastmode

Jeff and Yaya recap all of the goodness in 2016. We talk about some of our favorite moments from 2016 and jump into our resolutions for 2017. We discuss the Beauty and the Beastmode 1 year anniversary Comedy show that will be happening in St. Augustine, FL on Feb 10. We finish up the episode with Yaya introducing the idea that good might be a little bit better than great. Jeff's joint is right on the money. How do you measure, measure a year?

The first episode of 2017 kicks off with a quick Faces in the Crowd interview Peter-the guy that delivered our Chinese food. He gives everyone a shout out for the Chinese New Year. Jeff and I briefly discuss the path ahead for Beauty and the Beastmode.

On this episode we introduce you to the multitalented writer and actor Pete Cataldo. Pete is the creator of Daddy Mind Tricks blog and host of the Parental Advisory Podcast on iTunes. Pete's unique, humorous, and brave perspective on fatherhood and parenting is refreshing...and gives up hope that amidst all of the distractions of social media, the future doesn't seem so bad after all.

We speak with Dan Nevins about growing up in Maryland, joining the Army and his time in the reserves, how yoga changed his life as well as becoming a yoga instructor and creating Warrior Spirit Retreat. If you know Dan, Yaya and Big Jeff you know they like to have fun and laugh which they do this episode, but the conversation gets very real and the topics discussed are very important. From not knowing how he would go on laying in a hospital bed after losing both his legs overseas to yoga being a big tool in releasing the past and saving others, this is an emotional and inspirational episode.

During this episode we speak with Adam Silva about volunteering as a character development coach for young men, Adam's definition of "being a man", as well as the two words Adam feel's should never be spoken and much more.

Faces in the Crowd joint interview with Nick DiPalo and Charlie Immordino. Both Nick and Charlie were in New York City during the attacks on 9/11; Nick as an NYPD officer and Charlie as a stock trader, and these are there stories.

We sit down with Comedian...or comic, Will Blaylock. Will is a young up and coming Comedian from Jacksonville, FL. Lots of laughs were tossed around even some good ol' roasting of one another. Wills story is an inspirational one. "Drugs were more accessible than books." Will exclaims when speaking of his upbringing. Hold onto your seats and tuck the kids in this episode is definitely for adult ears.

We sat down with James Herrera former Olympic BMX Coach, Leadership Coach, Father, Adventure Enthusiast and Fitness Professional. James doesn't hold back when it comes to talking about how a not so great relationship with his Father ultimately led to him discovering his true passions. James shares fascinating stories about his time as an Olympic Coach, working with CEO's, and drops knowledge bombs for anyone that might be struggling with weight loss and exercise.

We've got a new intro!!! If we are being honest then we can't turn a blind eye to the current state of our Nation. We discuss what it takes to be open enough to listen and understand another person's point of view. It starts with letting your guard down and actually wanting to listen to what someone else has to say. The Beastmode Moment is all about learning and Jeff's Joint sums up the episode quite nicely.

Yaya and Jeff travel back in time. We talk about where we would go and who we would talk to if we had a time machine.