Into the Dark Blue

"What one man can do, another man can do." It's one of Phillip Sudore's favorite movie quotes, and it leaves a lasting impression. Taking risks and pursuing our true passions is hard, but Phillip is after it anyway. He had the balls to open a restaurant in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic, lo and behold The Spot in West Seattle is becoming a thriving shining light in the community. In this episode Zach and Phillip talk about finding the positive in difficult circumstances, why it's important to do what you love, and the value of taking a risk to chase your dreams. This episode pairs well with Dragon's Milk Stout from New Holland Brewing. Beat the summer heat with some brand new life changing underwear at www.sheathunderwear.com and use promo code: DARKBLUE for 25% off!

On this week's episode we raise a tasty glass of Dirty Couch Brew to Travis Harth, a Seattle Movember representative and avid men's health advocate. Zach and Travis talk about great ways to give to the cause of men's health, as well as some tips on how to maintain your own health and wellness. Yes guys, this includes the dreaded annual physical. If you know someone who is struggling with their physical or mental health, remember ASK, LISTEN, ENCOURAGE ACTION, and CHECK IN. If you'd like to donate to the University of Washington Front Line Caregivers fund, Travis is very close to meeting the bounty on his beard: https://online.gifts.washington.edu/peer2peer/Campaign/supports-caregivers. Last, but certainly not least, turn your head and cough with confidence thanks to 25% off at www.sheathunderwear.com with promo code: DARKBLUE

Zach learns how to review a beer in 90 seconds or less with Howard and Ryan from 90 Second Beer Review! These guys have a wealth of knowledge about the beer industry and how to properly taste your beer so you can recommend it to friends. Beer tastings of choice today include: Full Steam Brewing - All Together IPA, Root and Branch - Life and Fate 4, Matchless - Essential Beer, Burley Oak/Evil Twin - Cherry Cola Float J.R.E.A.M., Crystal Coast Brewing - Marlborough, and Holy Mountain - White Lodge. Favorite brewery shout-outs include: Evil Twin Brewing - NYC, Full Steam Brewery - Durham, NC, Brew Dog Dublin Outpost - Dublin, Ireland, and Obec Brewing - Seattle, WA

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Let's get real, guys... Anger is not an easy emotion to deal with. Thankfully, mindset coach John Eli is here to help you figure that shit out. Listen in for 5 simple steps to start understanding your anger.  Also, summer is coming, so cool off your angry testes with 25% off your underwear purchase at www.sheathunderwear.com using promo code: DARKBLUE. Drink smart, guys. Cheers!

Being an online influencer (or the spouse of one) isn't all sunshine and glamour. Those flawless photos and sponsorships don't just appear out of thin air, it requires hours of hard work and perseverance... and ideally a solid life partner to top it off. In this episode Zach sits down with close friends and legit grass roots online influence power couple, Mikey and Frilancy Hoyle, to talk about What it really takes to be successful as a fashion blogger and online influencer. Mikey and Frilancy talk about hardships from single life, how they support and grow with one another in life and business, and the lessons they've learned as an inter-racial couple in the modern age. This is a great one for couples to listen to together! Our Sheath discount is also available for men's and women's underwear, so head over to www.sheathunderwear.com after the episode and get 25% off with promo code: DARKBLUE.

It's our first episode from the southern hemisphere! Zach has a chat with Tom Ahern of the Mind Mate podcast to talk about the best way to eradicate shame from our lives, and Zach dares to ask the question that's on everyone's mind... why the hell did Tom cut off those gorgeous locks of his? Buy Tom's book, Yes I'm Fine, Just Tired, on Amazon to hear more wise words from the man himself. Get 25% off your order at www.sheathunderwear.com with discount code: DARKBLUE. If you like what we're doing, rate and review us on your favorite streaming services!

Zach sits down at Beveridge Place Pub in West Seattle to talk about mental health in black families. Lonnie Franklin from, Crisis Connections, and his long time friend Derrick Elliot have some great insights on the importance of communicating with our children, pressures and pitfalls of being a talented high school athlete, and parallels between cultures that defy stereotypes. The cherry on top? We break the record for the most F-bombs dropped on one episode! Be the first to count how many and email us your answer for a special prize! Need help? Contact Crisis Connections at (866)427-2727.

Zach is on location at the Brewdog Outpost in Dublin, Ireland talking with resident beer school expert Daire O'Cionnaoith and general manager extraordinaire Paul Markey about refining your beer palate, growing up in Dublin, and drinking like a man in the land of saints and scholars. Get 25% off at www.sheathunderwear.com with promo code: DARKBLUE and give the boys some room to breathe.

Crisis Connections' Senior Director of Development & Community Relations Lauren Rigert talks about the value of local crisis intervention organizations and the importance of breaking the pattern of isolation through peer support. Don't hesitate to talk to your loved ones if you think they might be struggling. If you need help, or know someone who might need help, contact Crisis Connections at (866)427-4747 or the national suicide hotline at (800)273-8255. Check our resource page (https://www.intothedarkblue.com/get-help) for options outside the United States. You are not alone.