Deliberate Dive

One last YOOO -- It's been a long road to get here, and the Morales Cousins are TIRED. So we have one more episode left in the chamber. Watch at your own risk.

From our most memorable moments of the podcast, to the highlights, to the purpose, to the will to start something, and the dedication to keep going.

This year has been a fun ride, 2025 was good to our mission. A quick reminder of that mission (go back to episode 1 for more information): Create a community where we can enrich our lives, learn, grow, start a conversation, and laugh throughout the journey.

We hope, at the very least, you come out of watching us for 20 hours and think to yourself, "you know what, if they can do it, so can I".

From the bottom of our hearts and even further, thank you for showing up every week. Your support is the fuel that kept us going, and the content we put out is the tool we use to show our appreciation.

Happy New Year DD fam.

And don't forget to have the audacity to dream BIG.

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YOOO -- it's the Morales cousins back at it with some gold. How does that one song go? "...every time we touch that track it turrrns innto gold" Shoutout B.o.B. - Magic - (come on the pod…)

We are reviewing what endings mean, do they mean anything? Matter of fact, we're doing it tastefully and fun.

Double D-ers, how do we say this. Thank you for the roller coaster this has been, what a fun experience to create a community and start a conversation with you all. Enjoy this one!

And don't forget to have the audacity to dream ridiculously.

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YOOO -- imagine sitting across from someone who runs into fires because that's his job.

That's right, we're talking to Josh Williams, Fire Fighter for Harvey IL.

Josh shares the first fire he fought, his perspective on death, his relationship with God, and how on multiple occasions, has had to carry Sebas on his back.

This one is unique. Enjoy this one Deliberate Dive fam. Enjoy.

**Spoiler**, this won't be the only Chicago Fire talked about on Deliberate Dive…

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Go out and have the audacity to dream big.

PEACE

YOOO -- here's the deal, the Morales Cousins need to check in with themselves from time to time and this is it. Give them a mic, a camera, and a dream, and we're cookin'.

They bring it back to gratitude, why are Anthony & Sebas on this content creation journey? Would Sebas ever join a dating show? When will Anthony be sponsored by Garmin? Will the best Italian restaurant (spoiler, it's in Claredon Hills) reveal itself this episode?

We go around a circle and give thanks and kudos to the strengths each host brings to the table, we go off the rails laughing at well-timed zingers they hold in their back pockets.

This one is special because it's our very first 17th episode of Deliberate Dive. Enjoy.

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Go out and have the audacity to dream big.

PEACE

YOOO – if it's about time we brought an actual comedian on board. This week, the Morales cousins take a step back. lol jk, they're interviewing Holly Kuldell,

@hollywollyisnotfunny,

a seasoned pursuer of comedy with a string of shows at Second City, iO, and The Annoyance in Chicago in the coming weeks. Let's talk about it.

But FIRST

She just got proposed to in [INSERT CITY HERE, or watch the show], and she's here to tell you ALL about the story and how a MAN does it.

We talk comedy as medicine, we talk role models that inspire a non-traditional path, we talk origin stories from gymnastics to being a triplet, we attack Anthony for his sunglasses, we hear a beautiful proposal story, we do it all on this episode.

Watch Deliberate Dive this week, it'll get ya.

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Go out and have the audacity to dream big.

PEACE

YOOO – you ever get told to not play with fire as a kid? Well, Luke Embers is in the building and he's here to talk how you can make a business out of it.

Anthony and Sebas sit down with Luke Embers, a University of Illinois U-C alum, IT grad turned entrepreneur, and fire dancer by story. Let's just say, this one is FIRE.

You ever struggle with being too [insert some type of ethnicity here] to fit in with the other [insert some other type of ethnicity here]? You ever want to inspire people to pursue what's most valuable to them, to go for it? You ever want your confidence, perseverance, and passion to "Be What Remains" like the last glowing embers of a warm fire pit?

Well buckle up doubler D-ers, because all those questions will be answered on our very first 15th episode.

All that and more on this week’s episode of DELIBERATE DIVE. ENJOY.

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Go out and have the audacity to dream big.

PEACE

YOOO – you're not going to believe this. We're back. With a conversation about Trusting the Process from the views of Stephanie Morales

Anthony and Sebas sit down with Stephy, a University of Illinois UC alum, Midwestern University grad school student, and a Rush Hospital intern. Trusting the process isn't about getting it right; it's about being okay with where you're at today.

What if you're in college and already changed your major? What if you're about to graduate grad school and don't know the next step? What if you put yourself in the POV of a former baby to answer today's Am I The A**hole segment?

All that and more on this week’s episode of DELIBERATE DIVE. ENJOY.

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Go out and have the audacity to dream big.

PEACE

YOOO – imagine being vulnerable, but make it fun. That's exactly where the Morales cousins take it this week with a very special guest.

Anthony and Sebas sit down with Bella, and this episode is all about body image. What are short kings best at? Do women have to be thin? Is Freddy Benson from iCarly okay?

This topic was chosen by our guest: @f0xy.grandma where her IG handle says "my mom was a model and I look like my dad". Incredible.

All that and more on this week’s episode of DELIBERATE DIVE. ENJOY.

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Go out and have the audacity to dream big.

PEACE

YOOO – it’s that time of the week again!

The Morales cousins talk finding meaning in the mundane, how simply beautiful.

If you actually read this description, know Anthony last minute forgot to create a nice description for y'all. BUT, he wants to know if you actually read this. So leave a comment, DM us on IG, or text us if you're brave and know us like that. The Morales cousins always like it when Double D-ers reach out :)

All that and more on this week’s episode of DELIBERATE DIVE. ENJOY.

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Go out and have the audacity to dream big.

PEACE

YOOO – it’s a special one!

The Morales cousins sit down with Edú, and this episode is all about trailblazing your own path.

From trying to figure out life in a new country, to grinding his way into structural engineering and the origin stories behind what inspires someone to pursue engineering. Edú breaks down what it takes to build something solid — literally and metaphorically.

We get into car battery meltdowns, marriage truths, 2nd week at a new job unfortunate stories, and what it’s like being with the same person for 13 YEARS.

It’s equal parts hilarious, inspiring, and painfully real, that Morales hustle mixed with grown-man wisdom and cousin chaos.

All that and more on this week’s episode of DELIBERATE DIVE. ENJOY.

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Go out and have the audacity to dream big.

PEACE