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Today, I sit down with Tricia Parido, an emotional performance strategist and international master addiction specialist whose career spans over a decade of helping people develop emotional agility, recover from dependence, and rebuild a healthier internal world. 

In this conversation, I explore a wide range of topics with Ms. Parido, beginning with her early childhood experiences of perfectionism, isolation, and the emotional interpretations that shaped her inner world. We discuss how those early beliefs about being unseen or unheard evolve into patterns like people-pleasing, codependency, and perfectionism — and how recognizing those patterns is the foundation of emotional healing. 

As we continue our conversation, I dive deeper into how emotions affect relationships, communication, conflict, and self-discovery. Ms. Parido explains the difference between coping and healing, emphasizing the importance of learning how to sit with emotions rather than avoid them. Together, we break down how children and young adults internalize judgment, why questions matter more than accusations, and how parents can create a safe environment that encourages honesty, emotional regulation, and accountability without fear. We also touch on addiction, emotional purpose, the body-mind connection, and the power of developing internal awareness to change long-standing emotional conditioning. 

Later in the episode, Ms. Parido and I address the normalization of dependency — from alcohol and caffeine to ice cream, shopping, and social media. We explore how substances and habits become emotional crutches and how understanding the body’s signals is essential for long-term healing. Ms. Parido shares powerful insight into her own recovery journey, her transition into emotional performance coaching, and the methods she teaches clients today through her private practice, professional mentorship, and trauma-informed coaching programs. She also explains who should work with her, the structure of her emotional agility groups, and the importance of life-skills development after treatment. 

In closing, Ms. Parido leaves us with one powerful reminder: you get to choose how you experience life emotionally, but learning how to choose requires awareness, practice, and a willingness to shift the way you think, interpret, and respond.

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Today, I sit down with Weston Brandon, a man whose story embodies what this show is all about—transforming fear into magnetic momentum. Mr. Brandon walks me through the moment his entire life changed at just twenty-three years old, when he lost his wife only two weeks after the premature birth of their son. As he recounts the shock, grief, and spiritual turmoil that followed, we talk about how moments like these become crossroads where people either collapse or begin to rebuild.

Throughout this episode, we explore the weight of trauma, the power of anchors in faith, and the spiritual reality of being angry with God without abandoning Him. Mr. Brandon shares how his mission work, early spiritual experiences, and the words he found in Scripture became foundation points during the darkest days of his life. We also discuss the harsh reality that many people in crisis search for someone to blame—whether themselves, God, or even their own children—and how self-awareness and intentional healing prevent that resentment from destroying families. 

Later, we get into Mr. Brandon’s journey as a single father navigating grief, identity, and the rediscovery of companionship. He opens up about what it felt like to date again, how he handled others’ judgments, and how prayer, clarity, and emotional work ultimately led him to his wife and the life he is building now. From there, we explore his transition into speaking, coaching, writing, and developing a framework that blends faith, physics, personal responsibility, and emotional healing—culminating in his book, The Overhaul: Fixing Your Mindset and Driving Success. 

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This episode is a solo sermon on Radiating Faith, the ministry subseries of the Couple O’ Nukes Podcast. 

In it, I break down one of the most controversial and misunderstood topics in modern spirituality: the use of psychedelics, plant-based “medicine,” hypnosis, alcohol, and any practice that alters the mind or induces trance-like spiritual vulnerability. I begin by outlining the scientific effects these substances and practices have on the brain—highlighting how they distort judgment, weaken self-control, and open the door to deception. Exploring how serotonin overload, dopamine flooding, suppressed prefrontal activity, and trance-state susceptibility all directly contradict the biblical command to stay sober-minded. 

I move into the Word with passages from Proverbs, Isaiah, Leviticus, Deuteronomy, and the New Testament, showing how God consistently warns believers to remain alert, vigilant, and spiritually guarded. I explore Greek and Hebrew terms such as nēphontes, sōphronismós, and pharmakeia, explaining how they reinforce God’s expectation for clarity, discipline, and self-control. I also walk through the common argument that “natural means permitted,” and demonstrate through scripture why that logic fails. Through Old Testament obedience and New Testament self-discipline, I highlight the biblical call to reject practices that weaken discernment, break down spiritual defenses, and expose believers to false spirits. 

Throughout the message, I address cultural pressure, spiritual deception, false teachers, and the modern normalization of drugs, alcohol, and hypnotic practices. I bring clarity to why these things create spiritual danger, how they impact the believer’s ability to “test the spirits,” and why God calls His people away from anything that alters the mind or invites suggestion. As I unpack the warfare described in 2 Corinthians 10:5, I emphasize how the mind of a believer is part of the battlefield—and how practices that disrupt sobriety open the gates for influence that opposes the knowledge of God. 

I close the episode by encouraging believers to stay vigilant, resist cultural trends, and protect themselves and their loved ones from deception. I challenge listeners to build prayer systems, accountability, and scriptural knowledge so they can resist temptation, support those struggling with addiction, and understand the spiritual reality behind these influences. This sermon is not designed for condemnation, but for clarity, accountability, and protection as we navigate a world filled with normalized mind-altering practices and spiritual distortions. 

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Today, I sit down with BNickEnergy, a content creator, podcaster, business owner, and full-time girl dad who has been building his platform through streaming, social media, and now podcasting. BNickEnergy shares how his brand, his humor, and his unique life experiences have shaped the way he shows up online. From his early days as a livestream personality to the creation of his show Two Nicks One Cup, he breaks down what it means to build authentic connection, maintain consistent energy, and transition into podcasting with purpose.

In this episode, BNickEnergy and I get into the unexpected story of how donating his kidney to help save the life of his best friend’s son pushed him into livestreaming during his recovery. We explore how that moment reshaped his life, his mindset, and his entire creative direction. We also discuss the realities of raising his daughter as a single father from the time she was five, the support system that helped him succeed, and the lessons he has learned about dating, fatherhood, and personal growth along the way.

We shift into a conversation about the modern dating world — the apps, the filters, the wild meetups, and the bizarre experiences that so many people don’t talk about openly. BNickEnergy walks through some of his most surprising dating encounters, the challenges single parents face, and how expectations, loneliness, and broken standards can affect connection. Together, we look at why settling has become so common, how social media shapes our confidence, and why slowing down matters in a world of instant everything.

Finally, Mr. Energy shares the future of his podcast, his desire to spotlight other creators, and his mission to use his platform to help people laugh, think, and navigate life with honesty. Whether he’s interviewing content creators, sharing dating stories, or building a space for real conversations, he remains committed to using his voice to inspire, entertain, and bring people together. 

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Today, I sit down with Dr. Laurette, a cognitive behavioral therapist, author, and founder of PraiseMoves®—a Christian alternative to yoga that fuses fitness, scripture, and faith for full-body renewal. Dr. Laurette’s story is one of radical transformation, moving from decades of New Age deception to discovering the truth and freedom found only in Jesus Christ.

In this episode, Dr. Laurette shares how she once searched for God across twenty countries, immersing herself in psychic practices, channeling, astrology, and yoga—only to find herself more broken and empty than ever. After years of chasing enlightenment through self-help and metaphysics, she had a divine encounter with God on April Fool’s Day, when she cried out in surrender and gave her life to Christ. That single moment changed everything.

We discuss the hidden dangers of New Age practices like yoga, manifestation, and “energy healing,” and how they often disguise themselves as light while pulling people away from God’s truth. Dr. Laurette breaks down how yoga’s roots in Hinduism and its spiritual symbolism directly contradict the Word of God. She also explains how her fitness ministry PraiseMoves® redeems movement through biblical meditation—using scripture-based stretching to glorify God instead of idols.

Dr. Laurette also introduces her groundbreaking program Weightloss Without Willpower, which combines neuroscience and scripture to help people overcome emotional eating and addiction through spiritual renewal. She reveals how aligning the mind and spirit with God’s Word leads to real transformation from the inside out.

We close by discussing her favorite verse, Mark 11:24: “Whatever things you ask when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you will have them.” Dr. Laurette reminds us that faith is not about striving—it’s about receiving. This episode is a bold and inspiring message about deliverance, discernment, and the supernatural peace that comes from surrendering everything to Christ.

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Today, I sit down with Steve Frazier, author of Release the Coffee Cuffs: Winning The Battle With Caffeine and a self-sabotage coach dedicated to helping people break free from the world’s most underestimated addiction — caffeine. Mr. Frazier’s mission is one of education, awareness, and empowerment as he shares how caffeine quietly impacts sleep, hormones, fertility, and mental health in ways most of us never realize.

In this episode, Mr. Frazier and I talk about how the culture of caffeine dependency has become normalized in America. He shares how his journey began when his wife fell ill and was misdiagnosed by over a dozen doctors, leading their family down a path of natural health discovery. Through that experience, he learned how caffeine, alcohol, and processed food silently sabotage the body’s natural rhythms — especially our sleep cycles, hormones, and long-term energy.

We also get into Mr. Frazier's coaching work and his discovery that caffeine affects far more than alertness — it disrupts our circadian rhythm, raises stress hormones, lowers testosterone, worsens anxiety, and even influences fertility for both men and women. Mr. Frazier explains how caffeine crosses into the womb during pregnancy, impacting fetal development and potentially leading to long-term health effects.

Most importantly, Mr. Frazier offers practical guidance for how to reclaim control, from tapering off caffeine safely to building new habits that support sustainable energy and better sleep.

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Today, I sit down with Reid Jones, a former Marine and coach whose journey from rock bottom to rebuilding his purpose is a story of redemption, discipline, and growth. Mr. Jones shares how his time in the Marine Corps shaped both his strength and his struggles, and how he transformed his pain into a mission to help others.

In this conversation, Mr. Jones opens up about his early years in the military, his battle with alcohol, and the heartbreaking loss of his father to suicide. He explains how these moments forced him to face himself and make a decision — to keep spiraling or to rise again. We talk about the toxic toughness often found in military culture, the stigma around mental health, and how leadership and faith can reshape a man’s entire direction.

Mr. Jones also discusses the powerful role that fitness played in his recovery. What started as a coping mechanism became the foundation for his life’s work as a coach, guiding veterans and active-duty service members through physical and emotional transformation. His story reminds us that redemption doesn’t happen overnight — it’s built through accountability, structure, and faith in something greater than yourself.

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Today, I sit down with Nicole Gibson — an engineer, author, yogi, and survivor whose journey from a devastating brain injury to deep faith is nothing short of miraculous. Ms. Gibson is the author of Shattered Into Grace and the founder of Dynamically Crafted, where she shares her story of resilience, surrender, and spiritual rebuilding. In this conversation, we unpack what it truly means to be fearfully and wonderfully made, even when life shatters you into pieces. 

Ms. Gibson shares how her relationship with God changed after a near-fatal accident left her with seven skull fractures and a traumatic brain injury. For years, she wrestled with anger, doubt, and pain while trying to understand the God she had grown up believing in. Through her long physical and emotional recovery, she found that surrendering to God brought light to even the darkest seasons. 

We also talk about how the Old Testament often gets misunderstood, how to read Scripture with a God-centered focus, and how faith can evolve through questioning and hardship. Ms. Gibson opens up about writing Shattered Into Grace, why she believes her story can help both believers and non-believers, and how she’s now coaching women to rebuild their lives through faith-based healing. 

Before closing, Nicole shares her favorite verse, Jeremiah 29:11 — a reminder that God’s plans are for our hope and future, even when we can’t yet see the light.

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Today, I sit down with Jay Bush, host of Rock N' Recovery, to talk about a life marked by addiction, loss, and redemption. From his teenage years on a farm to two decades in and out of prison, Mr. Bush shares how substance abuse and self-hatred shaped his early life. His story takes a heart-stopping turn when he finds his wife after suicide and is forced to confront God in the depth of his pain. That moment became the turning point that set him free from addiction for good.

We discuss how faith and accountability kept Mr. Bush sober when every reason to use was still there. He opens up about what it means to pray for change and see God answer in unexpected ways — and how he learned that deliverance doesn’t come in our time, but in His. We also tackle the dark realities of drug culture in prison, how manipulation and hopelessness fuel the cycle, and what real reform could look like for incarcerated men and women trying to change their lives.

Mr. Bush shares how parenting from prison taught him to lead with patience, and how sobriety has allowed him to rebuild his relationship with his children. He explains the heart behind his show Rock N' Recovery — a movement to wear sobriety and healing proudly like a badge of honor, not a scar of shame. Together, we talk about what it means to live a “rock-solid” recovery through faith, community, and purpose.

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Today, I sit down solo to share personal reflections from the book launch event I recently hosted for the anthology Warriors of Hope: Voices That Inspire, created by Janine Hernandez of the Book Publishing Academy. In this episode, I read my full chapter, Rebuilding Our Dreams, Rebranding Our Lives, and unpack the story behind it — how hope continues to guide me through life’s darkest battles. I talk about hosting the powerful book launch event in Phoenix, where proceeds went to the She Thrives Foundation to help women escaping domestic violence. Witnessing the courage of those survivors reminded me that even after pain, there’s purpose.

In this solo session, I dive into the reality of what hope really means when life seems impossible. I share moments from my own story — growing up in an abusive home, navigating my father’s addictions, facing betrayal and heartbreak, and rebuilding after failed dreams. Each of these experiences became a lesson in holding on to hope while setting healthy boundaries, even when everything seemed lost. I also revisit how Couple O’ Nukes itself was born out of failure, becoming a living symbol of what happens when you refuse to give up.

Throughout the episode, I reflect on the Latin phrase Dum Spiro Spero — “While I Breathe, I Hope.” My goal today is to remind anyone listening that as long as you’re breathing, your story isn’t over. Hope isn’t about reclaiming what’s gone; it’s about creating something new. Whether your world is falling apart or just changing shape, you still have the power to rebuild, rebrand, and inspire others through your own testimony.

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