This period of global unrest presents a great opportunity to reflect on the adversity humanity has faced and overcome before. 

In this episode we also consider the horror the occasional Dental procedure and the ominous events which transpired, but often go unspoken, in the “childhood” classic Pinocchio. 

Laughter is the best medicine.

This pod is like the first bite into crisp apple.

Stan, Stitch, and yet another Stitch brother, Danny Boy, unwittingly discover the complexities surrounding the art of enjoying life’s simple things!

The creature initiates its taunt with a leap off the ground that could out-rival the height of a third grader’s smile.

It latches its tiny arms around the 6-foot iron-rod with the ferocity of a concerned mother, then begins to scale.

Its approach to humanity and gravity is one of defiance, as it navigates upward with the agility of nature’s first Ninja Warrior. 

Finally, while upside down, the squirrel finishes its feast out of the “squirrel-proof” bird-feeder. Then struts toward the coy pond with its tail in the air and, without breaking eye contact, begins quenching its thirst while gnawing away at my ego.

Winning the battle in your own backyard is not so dissimilar from conquering the battle within!

Time to tackle the Ego!

…a REAL human nature story.

Everyone has a dream… right? Whether you do or do not, there is now an agreed upon path on how to bring your dreams into reality!

Discover the secret in a not-so-tricky acronym…um… D.R.E.A.M.!

(D) Discover and Develop your dreams.(R) Remember them.(E) Energize them! Fuel that fire!(A) ACT ON THEM!(M) Measure your progress as you go and grow!

It’s that simple… isn’t it?!

‘GOTTA HEAR ITS’!“Remember when I had the Toronado?”…”Was that a disease you got when visiting Mexico?”“It’s the smell of hard work and memories. You can distinguish the wins and losses if you really sommelier the scents of my goalie gloves.”“The people who do not have a dream are the ones we need to hug the most, and who were probably hugged the least. “You, or someone you know

Think about the things you are passionate about and actively pursue. Now, think about the things you are passionate about yet make no time for at all.  Finally, think about the fleeting feeling you had as you considered each of those scenarios, and how infinitely different they were.

Modern society seems to applaud the ‘busy little beaver’ approach to a productive day… but maybe with a subtle change or two, we can have a more rewarding life.

Maybe it’s time to pursue a little more YOU time!!

Great hobbies are forever, and thankfully… circumcisions do not make the cut!

‘GOTTA HEAR ITS’!“Someone would open the door and I would hide my G.I. Joes like I was scurrying to cover up a crime scene!”“When you convince yourself something is a hobby that isn’t a hobby, you’ve made a hobby out of manipulating yourself.”“‘Imagine circumcision at this age, four guys come in like ‘Stitch, we’re going to cut part of your penis off…’ …’It would take four guys to get that foreskin!'”You, or someone you know

It’s a New Year and it’s GO time! Like clockwork, or more precisely, full-calendar-year-work, many of us are ‘ready-set-go’ to break old habits and start new trends… Here’s something powerful you might not consider as you are berated with countless inspirational articles and a handful of self-written notes: what was the VERY first trend?

Here’s a 3-pronged riddle:

It’s the depth in which we perceive lifeyet death comes in itand it’s the most striking number

Oh, the power of THREE!

Discover why 3 is the most important number since 0 — and why that was never a number at all.

‘GOTTA HEAR ITS’!“If someone shook your hand with only 3 fingers, and just 3-toed-sloth you, you’d have to break form…”“‘What was the original iPhone girl called again?’ ‘Patricia?'”“Anyone can make it to New Jersey… it’s a loophole on life if they make it back!”You, or someone you know

NO VACANCY!! The romance of a long weekend’s escape occupies the only room you had left in the anticipation apartment.

As the days come marching in, your heart beat seems to synchronize with the rhythms of a Bourbon Street celebration.  You are prepared to depart for a family wedding in New Orleans and to arrive in the middle of a good time. 

But first, you must fit a week of work into two days… and, oh yeah, you are bringing your 8 and 6 year old children with you… and, oh yeah, those kids are carrying cartoon-themed luggage as well as strep-throat…

Stress.  

We associate it to the bad times, but too often let it snake its way into the special ones.

So, today we ask… How do we minimize stress to maximize the moments that matter most?!

'GOTTA HEAR ITS'!

"...then, after everyone is celebrating you for great speeches, smiles, high-fives, and hugs… you get strep-throat yourself, and have to carry around two 50lbs bags and a couple of kids all the way from Bourbon Street to Ohio."You, or someone you know

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If you know this single word, power often follows. 

As a verb? It describes actions in the future.

As a noun? It defines what we leave behind.

Whatever it is, whenever it exists, there IS always a way!

Will power.

Let’s discuss how to develop it if you don’t have it, and learn how to teach it if you do!

‘GOTTA HEAR ITS’!“What you see in me outwardly, is the relationship we have with ourselves inwardly ““‘Would you go forth with accomplishing your goal no matter what, even if it put stress on a loved one for example?’ — ‘Well, here’s the thing, I’m not just a dick.'”“‘Recognize the moment of focus leakage.’ — ‘yeah! How do you do that?’ — ‘by recognizing the moments of focus leakage.'”You, or someone you know

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Reflection. Deflection. Deception. Perception!

…..the mirror goes deep!

It’s Stan, Stitch, and… San Fran local, west coaster, father of two, tech extraordinaire and brother of Stitch!

Think of the mirror. reflect…then think again!!

‘GOTTA HEAR ITS’!“I’ve started to walk in……but my longest journey was when i saw not one urinal.”“we live every life in first character, but it’s only that moment in the mirror when you see yourself as a third party character now.”You, or someone you know!

As the elation of free candy and sugar-highs fade, a bitter aftertaste of social confusion and fear ensues... Is there another holiday which conjures up a stronger emotional dichotomy than Halloween?!

Conjure up the kid in you and unpack these memories with us, as Stitch's son Jax (also famously known as "Steve") joins his favorite podcast for the first time!

Learn first hand from an eight year old:

How a single Halloween decoration ruined a young boy's favorite holiday!How 2 horrific tales from different families BOTH involve a "Tree Guy"!How an epic deal involving podcasts and cucumbers was made!

'GOTTA HEAR ITS'!"I like talking... but not too much. Dad always frustrates me!"

"Focus on your finger and making the world a better place."You, or someone you know!