Today, Travis and Robert welcome special guest Jon Kelly to the podcast for a conversation about fatherhood, entrepreneurship, coffee, tattoos, and building a life from the ground up.

Jon shares the journey from:

☕ Roasting coffee in his backyard

🎨 Tattooing friends in his garage

➡️ To eventually owning both a coffee roasting company and a tattoo shop while raising a daughter.

What seem like two completely different businesses actually share a similar foundation:

🔥 passion

🤝 community

🛠️ craftsmanship

📈 and taking risks on yourself

In this episode, they talk about:

How Jon first got into coffee roasting

What separates a good cup of coffee from a bad one

His path into tattoo artistry and eventually owning a shop

The realities of entrepreneurship as a father

Balancing creativity, business ownership, and family life

One of the biggest themes of the episode: 👨‍👧 How becoming a dad made Jon a better businessman… and how running businesses helped shape him into a better father.

This episode is packed with stories, lessons learned, and insight for anyone interested in:

☕ coffee culture

🎨 tattoo artistry

📈 entrepreneurship

👨‍👩‍👧 and balancing ambition with family life.

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Shout-outs:

Olde Tyme Tattoo (Instagram: @oldetymetattoo )

Fullerton Raosters (Instagram: @fullertonroasters)

Music produced by Trevor Gregory Follow @savten from @look.cypher

Today’s episode starts with a challenge from Travis:

🚨 If the YouTube channel gains 100 more subscribers… he’ll tear open his kitchen wall on camera. 🚨

Why?

So now the question is:

Send this episode to a friend, and let’s see if Travis actually follows through.

Before jumping into today’s topic, Travis reminds everyone that we have a special guest episode next week, so don’t forget to turn on notifications.

Appetisers for today's episode:

Then the conversation shifts into today’s main topic:

Robert reflects on growing up in a time when kids stayed outside until the street lights came on—because there simply weren’t endless indoor entertainment options.

Today?

Robert and Travis talk about:

Travis also shouts out Ginny Yurich and her book Until the Street Lights Come On, sharing insights from the “1000 Hours Outside” movement and how modern kids are struggling with things as simple as eye contact and conversation.

They also discuss how homework and busy schedules have changed childhood:

A reflective and practical conversation about parenting, childhood, technology, and reclaiming outdoor time in a screen-filled world.

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Shout-outs:

@1000hoursoutside

@bigcolecole

Music produced by Trevor Gregory Follow @savten from @look.cypher

On today’s episode, Travis kicks things off with a game of “Where Did That Word Come From?” as he shares the origin story behind a word celebrating its 100-year anniversary.

From there, the conversation shifts into today’s main topic: Mother’s Day ❤️

Travis asks Robert to share a favorite memory of his mom, which leads both dads into reflecting on early childhood memories and the impact their mothers had on their lives growing up.

Then they dive into what it looks like to celebrate Mother’s Day as husbands and fathers.

Robert reflects on celebrating his wife through 14 Mother’s Days, sharing how his perspective has changed over the years:

Travis shares stories from his own Mother’s Day experiences and talks about what he has planned this year.

The biggest takeaway from today’s episode:

A thoughtful and honest conversation about parenting, partnership, and celebrating the season of motherhood.

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Music in this Video: Music produced by Trevor Gregory Follow @savten from @look.cypher

Today’s episode starts off with a simple observation from Travis… Why are there no crickets in Northern California? 🦗

Before they can even unpack that, a technical difficulty takes over—and after a 15-minute battle with his mic, Travis finally gets back on track… only to jump straight into a topic every dad knows all too well:

💥 Getting hit in the privates.

From toddler meltdowns at the perfect height to shopping cart incidents at Costco, Travis and Robert share some painfully relatable dad moments.

Then the conversation shifts to the main topic:

👨‍👧‍👦 How far do you let your kids roam in public?

After a recent trip to the park, Travis noticed something surprising—a lot of kids… but not a lot of parents nearby. That raises the question:

Where do you draw the line between freedom and supervision?

They discuss:

🏞️ How far is “too far” when kids are playing in public

👀 Different parenting styles when it comes to supervision

🤝 The unspoken understanding between parents in shared spaces

🛝 Why it often feels like we’re all looking out for each other’s kids

They wrap up with stories of parents stepping in to help when needed—and give a shoutout to the dads who not only watch their own kids, but keep an eye on the bigger picture.

This episode is a mix of humor, pain (literally), and thoughtful conversation about what it means to parent in public spaces today.

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Music in this Podcast:

Music produced by Trevor Gregory Follow @savten from @look.cypher

We’re back after a quick spring break—and as always, Travis kicks things off with a Trader Joe’s review, this time featuring Beer Bread 🍺🍞.

From there, it’s straight into real-life dad talk:

Then the conversation shifts to something bigger…

Travis shares his excitement around Artemis II and the idea of traveling to the moon and back. But that leads to a deeper question:

Why doesn’t it feel as mind-blowing as it should?

Robert reflects on growing up during a time when moments like the moon landing captured everyone’s attention—when there was less noise, more anticipation, and real awe.

Today?

They unpack:

They wrap up by looking ahead—because despite it all, the idea of space travel becoming accessible is still something worth being excited about.

In today’s episode, Travis kicks things off with a mix of questions, stories, and real-life updates from his world as a dad.

They start by talking about productivity:

From there, it’s classic dad-life:

The tone shifts as Travis reflects on the one-year anniversary of his family’s miscarriage, and Robert shares his\perspective on supporting loved ones through difficult seasons.

Then they move into the main topic:

Travis shares his experience as a full-time dad at home while his wife works full-time—and how different it looks from what they originally expected in marriage.

They unpack:

This episode is a mix of humor, honesty, and perspective—highlighting that as life changes, so do the roles we play… and learning to adapt together is what makes it work.

Today’s episode is a bit of a smorgasbord—and it starts exactly where you’d expect… the dentist.

Travis and Robert share some good (and not so good) stories, from living room dental setups to wisdom teeth experiences you won’t forget anytime soon.

Then things take a turn as Travis debates a very real dad dilemma:

From there, the conversation shifts into the main topic:

With limited time and growing responsibilities, how do you decide what’s worth doing yourself—and what’s worth paying for?

They break down:

This episode blends humor with real-life decision-making—because sometimes the biggest wins as a dad come down to how you spend your time, not just your money.

On today’s episode, Travis and Robert talk about something every dad experiences—but doesn’t always talk about: stress.

Before diving in, Travis points out that it’s been one year since their stress and breathwork episode, so they revisit their original opening game… and let’s just say, it doesn’t go quite the same this time around.

From there, the conversation gets real.

Travis asks Robert: “How do you know when you’re stressed?”

Travis opens up about his own experience, where procrastination becomes his biggest red flag.

They also explore:

Travis also shares what it looked like during a season of 10/10 stress—and what helped him get through it.

They wrap up with practical tools and systems they use to manage stress as busy dads juggling family, work, and everything in between.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or running on empty—this episode will help you recognize the signs early and take back control.

In today’s episode, Travis and Robert welcome a special guest, Dave — father and co-owner of Soccer Shots Sacramento — to continue the conversation on youth sports.

Of course, the episode kicks off with Travis’s classic intro segment, where he shares his thoughts on on-ramp traffic lights and why stopping when they’re red might actually make everyone’s life easier.

After that, the conversation shifts to the main topic: youth sports from both a coach’s and a parent’s perspective.

Dave shares insights from years of working with young athletes and families, including:

⚽ The origins of Soccer Shots in Sacramento

Dave brings a unique perspective as a coach, business owner, and father, offering practical advice and thoughtful insight for families navigating the world of youth athletics.

If you're a parent with kids in sports — or about to enter that stage — this episode is full of valuable takeaways you won’t want to miss. ⚽👨‍👧‍👦

Music in this podcast:

Music produced by Trevor Gregory 

On today’s episode, we’re celebrating a birthday.

Travis kicks things off by sharing that it’s his birthday, and what better way to celebrate than by spending it with our listeners talking about fatherhood and the different stages of life.

Robert and Travis reflect on how birthdays change as we grow older:

🎁 When we were kids, birthdays meant toys and presents

The conversation turns into a reflection on how life’s chapters shape the way we celebrate and what actually feels meaningful.

Robert also shares an important perspective: why celebrating the dad in your life matters. Many fathers tend to brush off attention or downplay their own milestones, but the truth is that dads deserve to feel seen and appreciated, too.

Sometimes celebrating isn’t about the party — it’s about recognizing another year of showing up for the people who matter most.

So here’s to another trip around the sun, and to the dads out there doing their best every day.