Brett Boudreaux is a lifelong homie, a devoted father, and a decorated firefighter with a heart of gold. We grew up together in the 90s, back when life was all about baseball, Blockbuster Video, and dreaming big. This episode feels like stepping back into those golden years.In this conversation, Brett opens up about his unconventional upbringing and how it's shaped into the father he is today. Born to a mother who had just turned 16 and raised largely by his grandparents, Brett and I dive down the rabbit hole to revisit our childhood, discussing everything from chasing adventure in the woods to scoring front-row seats at the 2002 Royal Rumble. Through it all, we reflect the reality of raising kids, navigating exhaustion, and finding purpose in this chapter of our life.Brett's story is one about resilience, reflection, and what it really means to grow into fatherhood, all while keeping that 90s spark alive for the next generation.I walked away from this one feeling grounded, grateful, and nostalgic in all the best ways. I think you will too.👉 Subscribe to join the conversation, hear new episodes, and explore the wild, messy, meaningful journey of being a dad in today’s world!🔗 Links:Brett's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bdro87Calico Sonder Website: https://www.calicosonder.comCalico Sonder Links: https://www.linktr.ee/calicosonder📖 Chapter Markers:00:00 – Intro01:10 – Growing up with young grandparents 05:11 – Baseball and the Pinto Braves09:13 – Growing up without a dad 10:01 – 90s Nostalgia11:37 – Discovering wrestling 12:14 – 2002 Royal Rumble 18:15 – Getting spooked20:17 – The Shack23:30 – Spend-the-nights 25:04 – Unconventional Friendships27:13 – Meeting Kolayna30:37 – Becoming a firefighter 36:07 – Life in Atlanta Fire Dept. 37:35 – Joining Cobb County Fire 38:37 – Marriage and early challenges 41:42 – Becoming a dad 43:07 – Learning patience47:10 – Seeing yourself in your kids 50:50 – Passing down the 90s 52:50 – Coaching Little League 55:36 – Facing fears of fatherhood 58:04 – Flaws1:00:32 – "That's a sign that they're happy."1:03:17 – Balancing parent life with a stressful job1:05:30 – The Squad1:09:51 – Watching them grow up1:12:20 – Caring for your toys1:14:46 – Closing Reflections