This was recorded in May and is a debrief of a first date I went on with Naomi. We hung out at my apartment after our date and talked about what the date was like for us. It was fascinating to debrief a date in real-time, as we often leave dates wondering what the other person is thinking. Huge shout out to Naomi for being willing and open to doing something like this. As a note to those who lsiten each week, this date occurred during a polyamorous phase of my relationship with Jackie. 

Chapters:
00:00:00 First impressions
00:04:36 First date
00:12:48 Communication & therapy
00:16:32 AI therapy
00:21:54 Music and writing
00:25:00 Naomi's dating history
 

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It took 20 episodes for the final Dalli sibling to make an appearance, but the weight was worth it. This was the best conversation I've ever had with Anthony and I feel so grateful for this Podcast and the environment to create a memory like this one. Thanks Anthony, love you so much.

00:00:00 Welcome Anthony!
00:02:46 Anthony's relationship with Amy
00:08:16 Life on the spectrum
00:15:12 Anthony's childhood
00:22:46 Social skills
00:24:32 Martial arts
00:33:04 How to teach
00:42:22 Love on the spectrum
00:48:32 Drugs
00:57:24 Money

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Valerie and I chat 1 year after all the chaos started last year. We chat through how we are doing, our experience, and what the future holds.  It was really nice to catch up with her. I'm worried about her and wish I could do more to help, but not sure what to do. Still love her and want the best for her. Love you Valerie!

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NOTE: Listen  on 1x Speed. 

After 5 years, this is my frist track. Enjoy!

Soundcloud Link

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If you haven't listened to episode 002 with Valerie, you should do that first. In this conversation, I talk with Valerie's sister Lyndsey about her experience of Valerie's crisis. We debrief, process, reflect, and more. I was so proud of Lyndsey and impressed with her vulnerability and maturity during this conversation. Not many people would be willing to be so open about such a painful part of their life, and I felt honored that she was willing to do that with me. Thanks Lyndsey. 

00:00:00 Welcome Lyndsey!
00:01:00 Storm brewing
00:08:26 Operation Save Valerie
00:14:26 Bribing cops
00:18:10 Managing information
00:20:08 Support systems
00:23:24 Therapy battle
00:38:56 Lyndsey's relationship with her mom
00:48:20 Learning from your kids
00:54:36 The case for therapy
01:02:36 Back to Valerie
01:10:08 Valerie in NY
01:30:30 Testing your support system
01:43:12 Letting people struggle
01:53:42 Looking back

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I almost died last weekend. It was very scary and very close, and I'm grateful to be alive and recovering. I will be ok and will make a full recovery. Love you all.

If you are interested in seeing what my leg looked like in the hospital, you can click the link below. Trigger warning though, it doesn't look great.

My leg at the hospital

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Jackie and I chat through our NY trip otgether. Fun convo we recorded right before I went home. f

00:00:00 Jackie's hot take
00:04:24 NY Recap
00:08:26 Asking good questions
00:18:38 Is it just me?
00:22:22 Getting closer to people
00:27:46 Anxiety magnet
00:30:40 Codependence
00:34:54 GenZ vs. Millenial 
00:39:08 One take to rule them all
00:49:12 Codependence pt. 2
00:59:50 Eastern Medicine (ft. psych0l0gy)
01:10:36 Energy vampires
01:12:40 No risk it, no bisciut
01:19:48 Couple Questionnaire
01:23:18 The Parent Trap

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Ryan is my brother's best friend and also used to work for me. His views on life are often entertaining, sometimes offensive, never boring, and always changing. Curious to check back with him in a year to see how his views have shifted. 

00:00:00 Hi Ryan
00:01:36 Moving to NY
00:03:44 Managing identities
00:11:32 Pushing for growth
00:15:40 Growing with your partner
00:21:04 The perfect party
00:24:38 Respect your elders
00:30:34 Closeness: Magic or Math?
00:37:24 Golf
00:39:52 Creating your own fun
00:45:24 Ryan: Abrasive or misunderstood?
00:53:16 Community & virtue signaling
00:59:04 Building your team
01:13:18 Insecurity
01:18:14 Ryan's thoughts on therapy
01:23:24 Gaslighting
01:39:52 Art
01:46:42 Releasing music
01:51:22 Taking feedback

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Trying a new format for Life Update 6, breaking things into sections (Reflection, Introspection, Passions, Life, and Random). Thinking this will make the life udpates easier for me to mentally organize.

50 First Date Questions
Chilli Lime Pistachios

00:00:00 New life update format
00:04:00 Reflecting: NY conversations
00:06:56 Introspection: Greg vs. Diet Coke
00:12:50 Learning to release ideas
00:17:24 Passions: 7OHMZ (Kratom Company)
00:20:28 Nasdisc (vinyl marketpalce)
00:21:40 Life: NY thoughts
00:24:04 I'm monogomous
00:30:32 Random: Chili Crisp
00:36:56 Family Weight Loss Challenge
00:42:38 Jesus Merch
00:48:28 Succession

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After many requests, I now have my first episode with my brother Jeff.  It was a great time catching up while I was in New York. I don't get many long conversations with my brother, but I'm grateful for everyone that I get. It's impossible to talk to Jeff for more than 20 minutes without getting a new perspective on something. He has always been the Order to my Chaos, which makes for great conversation. Hope you enjoy this as much as I did. 

00:00:00 Welcome Jeff!
00:01:50 DMT, Hi! 
00:18:56 Trip debrief
00:24:04 How Jeff & I met
00:26:42 Video games
00:29:54 Dopamine fasting
00:33:50 The worst food cities
00:41:14 Martin Garrix
00:52:10 Music & Drugs
00:56:08 Story telling
01:05:56 J. Ryan says hi
01:17:36 Jeff's story
01:21:54 Entertaining people rule
01:25:34 Letting your friends fail
01:30:02 Competitiveness: Feature or bug?
01:34:20 Mediating conflict between friends
01:40:24 Friend networks explored
01:43:40 Greg's crazy takes
01:59:02 Jeff's feedback on the podcast

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