Three months ago, Craig @Singledadreboot joined me on Life According to Rick as he prepared to become a dad again at 49. Now Isabella is here, and the 90-day probation period is almost up. 😂👶🏽

We check in on life with a newborn, sleep deprivation, daycare, self-care, marriage, and the crazy differences between raising kids now and 18 years ago.

We also talk about second chances, finding love later in life, our parallel journeys as fathers, and how social media brought our friendship together.

Most importantly, Craig reflects on being on the other side of the bridge and realizing that sometimes life turns out better than you ever imagined.

Isabella made it through 90 days… but how's Dad doing? 😂

What does self-care actually mean?

For me, it's taken years to figure that out.

I've spent most of my life having a complicated relationship with food, my weight, fitness, and the way I see myself. From being the chubby kid who heard that he needed to lose weight, to discovering the confidence that came with working out, to years of falling on and off with the gym, my health journey has never been a straight line.

Then I turned 40.

I started thinking more seriously about my family history, my grandfather who died from a heart attack around the age I am now, and eventually being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.

Losing nearly 80 pounds changed a lot for me, but I've realized the number on the scale isn't the most important part.

Being able to play with Harlem is.

In this episode, I talk about health, fitness, fatherhood, sleep apnea, learning to rest, taking a mental health day, and why self-care doesn't always mean doing more.

Sometimes it's going to the gym.

Sometimes it's taking a walk.

Sometimes it's shaving, putting on a fresh outfit, watching your favorite show, sitting in silence...

And sometimes it's sleeping until 1:30 in the afternoon because your body finally told you to stop.

I'm still figuring it out.

I'm still learning.

But I'm finally learning how to take care of Rick.

What started as a conversation about Spider-Man became something much deeper.

In this episode, I’m closing out my Spider-Man trilogy by looking back at the different versions of Peter Parker that grew alongside me — from the cartoons I watched as a kid, to Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man, Andrew Garfield’s emotional journey, and Tom Holland bringing Spider-Man into a new generation.

But this episode isn’t just about a superhero.

It’s about growing up, the memories that shape us, and realizing that the things we loved as kids can become the things we share with our own children.

Now I get to watch Harlem begin his own Spider-Man story.

Because sometimes the little moments become the big memories.

Welcome to Episode 37 of Life According To Rick:
The Spider-Man Who Raised Me 🕷️

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Spider-Man has always been more than just a movie to me. It’s childhood, imagination, and the stories that stay with us long after the credits roll.

But this weekend reminded me that the biggest memories aren’t always created during the biggest moments.

From a spontaneous beach trip with my family, watching Harlem overcome a fear, Family Fun Day at Canobie Lake Park, a family cookout, and the simple moments in between — this episode is about slowing down and appreciating the memories we’re creating while we’re living them.

I also share my thoughts on Spider-Man, Peter Parker’s struggle between who he is and who the world needs him to be, the importance of connection, and why these stories continue to mean so much.

Because one day, the little moments we almost overlook become the memories our families carry forever.

The little moments become the big memories.

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In this episode of Life According to Rick, we take a trip down memory lane and talk about something that has always been a part of me: the love for movies, storytelling, and superheroes.

Before I was a husband and a father, I was a kid waking up on Saturday mornings, grabbing a bowl of cereal, watching cartoons, and exploring different worlds. That love for stories grew into a passion for movies, from watching Siskel & Ebert to the magic of going to the theater and seeing those unforgettable previews.

We talk about the evolution of Marvel, from Blade and X-Men to Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man, Robert Downey Jr.’s Tony Stark, the emotional impact of Avengers: Endgame, and why these characters became more than just superheroes.

With the excitement surrounding Marvel’s future, we discuss why seeing these worlds finally collide feels like a dream come true for fans who grew up imagining these moments.

Because movies are more than entertainment.

They’re memories.

They’re experiences.

They’re the moments we share with the people we love.

The geek never left…

He just grew up.

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In this episode, Rick takes a look back at the journey that shaped him into the man he is today.

From his younger years, becoming a father, learning through mistakes, facing difficult chapters, and growing through life’s challenges, Rick reflects on the different versions of himself that all played a part in creating who he is today.

Rick also celebrates his daughter Kiana’s birthday, reflects on having his family become part of the Life According to Rick journey, and talks about the lessons his children have taught him along the way.

Transformation isn’t about becoming someone else. It’s about becoming more of who you were always meant to be.

Every version of Rick mattered.

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Family is supposed to be where we feel loved, supported, and safe. But what happens when the people closest to us are also the people causing the most pain?

In Episode 33 of Life According to Rick, I dive into the uncomfortable conversation nobody wants to have: toxic family.

Why do we cut off toxic friendships and relationships but give family members a free pass? Why do we confuse loyalty with ignoring unhealthy behavior? And why do so many people struggle with setting boundaries with the people they share blood with?

This episode is about recognizing unhealthy patterns, understanding that boundaries are not hate, and realizing that protecting your peace doesn't make you selfish.

Because family matters... but accountability matters too.

Episode 32 is all about Consistency vs Burnout.

Life has been moving fast lately—work, responsibilities, family, everything stacking at once. In this episode, I talk about what it really looks like trying to stay consistent while life shifts around you.

I also get real about a season of adjustment at home, stepping up more with responsibilities, and learning how burnout can creep in even when you’re still showing up every day.

At the core of it, this episode is about learning that consistency isn’t perfection—it’s continuing to show up even when things get heavy… and knowing when to rest without feeling like you’re giving up.

Happy 4th of July to everyone listening. Stay safe, enjoy your people, and take care of yourself this weekend.

🎙️ Life According to Rick Podcast — Episode 32

Summer used to feel like it lasted forever.

In Episode 31, I reflect on childhood summers, traveling to spend time with my mom, and how different life looks now as a father raising kids in completely different stages of life. We also talk about how quickly summer seems to fly by, parenting during school break, and why I'm excited for our upcoming family trip to Miami—where Harlem will experience his very first flight.

Question of the week: Where are you listening from, and does summer still feel like summer where you live?

Father’s Day weekend hits a little different.

In this episode of Life According to Rick, I sit down with my daughter Layla on her birthday for a real conversation about growing up, change, and the journey into adulthood. We talk about senior year, college pressure, independence, mental health, and what it means to be becoming your own person while still figuring life out.

But more than anything, this is a conversation about understanding each other better — as father and daughter, as people, and as a family navigating distance, growth, and time.

No filters. No scripts. Just a real moment between a father and his daughter.

Happy birthday, Layla ❤️

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