The Endless Growth Podcast

Welcome to Episode 144 of The Endless Growth Podcast!

This week, Alex and Edgar sit down for a post Christmas check in that feels like one of those long conversations that starts casual and slowly turns reflective. They kick things off by recapping the holidays, easing back into the week, and sharing what it feels like recording just after Christmas with the year quietly winding down.

The episode takes a turn when Edgar tells a full breakdown of selling his Subaru, including a classic rookie mistake that almost derailed the deal. From rushing across town to forgetting the one document that actually matters, the story turns into a reminder that even when you know better, life still finds ways to humble you. Luckily, it all works out and sparks a conversation about timing, patience, and learning through small mistakes.

From there, the conversation drifts into movies, shows, and the way entertainment feels different depending on your mood and who you are watching with. That opens the door to nostalgia about cable TV, old channels, background movies, and how media consumption has completely changed.

The second half of the episode leans more introspective as Alex and Edgar talk about friendships, social confidence, and how relationships shift as you get older. They reflect on unexpected friendships, judging people too early, and the importance of being intentional with your time as life gets busier.

They wrap it up by looking ahead to 2026, sharing honest thoughts on self-discipline, mindset, relationships, and what it means to actually work on yourself instead of just talking about it.

A thoughtful, unforced way to close out the year.

00:31 Weekly Catch-Up
01:19 Selling the Subaru: A Rookie Move
06:02 Weekend Recap and TV Shows
10:31 Home Design and Staging
16:19 Cruise Experiences and Travel Stories
25:30 New Year's Resolutions and Personal Growth
41:32 Embracing Uncomfortable Situations
42:37 Reflecting on Past Conversations
44:05 Childhood Memories and School Experiences
45:58 The Impact of Time and Growing Up
48:36 Life Lessons and Personal Growth
49:48 The Fascination with History
01:12:19 Tragic Events and Reflections
01:17:52 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

Welcome to Episode 143 of The Endless Growth Podcast!

This week, Alex and Edgar roll into a laid-back December conversation that starts with a new family addition and slowly turns into one of those episodes that covers everything without forcing it. Alex kicks things off by sharing the newest member of the household: a wild little gray and white kitten named Tommy. 

From there, Edgar breaks down a surprisingly solid Saturday night at the Titanic exhibition in Salt Lake City, including recreated rooms, real artifacts, and a cold room that hits way harder than you would expect. That sparks a bigger conversation about getting out of the house more, doing local experiences, and how easy it is to miss cool events if you are not actively looking for them.

Then the episode shifts into holiday mode with a rapid-fire run through Christmas shopping, gift ideas that actually work, and the honest truth about why gift cards, tools, and practical gifts might be underrated. Somewhere in the middle, they end up talking about tires as a dream gift, thrift stores, weird nostalgia trips, and how growing up changes what you consider a good time.

They wrap it up with a funny throwback to prepaid phones, texting costs, and the era of flip phones and T9, plus a final holiday send-off that feels like hanging with your friends right before the year ends.

Happy Holidays! 

00:18 New Kitten in the Family
01:03 Adoption Event Experience
02:43 Introducing the New Kitten to the Household
09:58 Weekend Recap and Titanic Exhibition
16:11 Christmas Shopping and Holiday Preparations
19:44 Gift Ideas for Family Members
35:26 Road Trips and Travel Experiences
39:53 The Importance of Staying Active
40:16 Work Culture and Lifestyle of Native Americans
42:06 Gift Ideas and Personal Preferences
43:07 The Repetitive Nature of Gifts
51:12 Thrift Store Adventures
01:02:46 Pet Dynamics and Attachments
01:05:29 Childhood Beliefs and Santa Claus
01:08:31 Nostalgia and Early Mobile Phones
01:13:15 Winter Tires and Snowboarding Gear
01:18:06 Concluding Thoughts and Holiday Wishes

Welcome to Episode 142 of The Endless Growth Podcast! 

This week, Alex and Edgar settle in for a December episode that starts light, funny, and relatable before unexpectedly diving into some of their most personal stories yet. From holiday slowdowns and last-minute Christmas shopping to debates over heated jackets and whether heated gloves are actually worth it, the episode opens with the everyday chaos of winter and the feeling that everyone is mentally checking out before the year even ends.

But things quickly shift when Alex shares a huge gym milestone and the rush that came with it, leading to a conversation about strength, plateaus, creatine, and the strange ways confidence shows up in the body and the mind. That energy sparks a deeper back-and-forth about aging, hair loss fears, genetics, and the weird insecurities men don’t always talk about.

Then the episode takes a nostalgic and unexpectedly intense turn as the guys revisit a childhood camping story involving airsoft guns, questionable supervision, and a full-on escape mission by the river. What starts as a funny memory becomes a real conversation about childhood moments that stick with us, how small experiences shape adult habits, and the strange ways we carry old fears into present life.

The episode wraps up with reflections on pain, injuries, ego in sports, and the temptation to say yes to things (like joining an indoor soccer league) that push you just far enough out of your comfort zone.

Tap in and enjoy.

00:18 Holiday Season Vibes
01:34 Christmas Shopping Challenges
02:18 Heated Clothing and Winter Gear
07:49 Considering a New Pet
12:36 Gym Milestones and Achievements
22:39 Creatine and Workout Supplements
29:35 Balding Fears and Hair Solutions
31:12 Conspiracy Theories and Cancer
35:24 Reflecting on Childhood Memories
40:06 Camping Adventures and Airsoft Mishaps
50:13 Starting Fires and Bathroom Stories
56:12 Defining Trauma: What Counts?
56:48 Gaming Habits and Parental Influence
59:30 Childhood Memories: The Bike Incident
01:02:12 Reflecting on Childhood and Family Dynamics
01:04:20 Painful Memories and Injuries
01:16:43 Soccer Stories and Injuries
01:23:04 Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Plans

Welcome to Episode 141 of The Endless Growth Podcast!

This week, Alex and Edgar ease back into the mic with stories, reflection, and a surprising amount of depth for an episode that starts with unpacked luggage and post-vacation laziness. From returning home after travel to trying to re-adjust to normal life, the conversation opens with humor and honesty about routine, rest, and how sometimes “getting back into life” is harder than the vacation itself.

That light start quickly turns into something bigger. Alex shares what visiting Alcatraz did to his perspective, not just historically, but mentally. From solitary confinement and the psychology of darkness to the idea of “use it or lose it,” the discussion explores how the brain responds to stimulation, structure, and meaning. The conversation expands into purpose, routine, and how easily things can deteriorate without intention.

From there, the episode takes a left turn into technology, the future, and the weird era we're living in. Waymo self-driving cars, AI-generated videos, deepfakes, and a world where truth is harder to verify spark conversations about trust, progress, and the unknown. What starts as jokes about buses and tint percentages evolves into bigger questions about risk, the future of work, and how fast innovation is reshaping everything.

If you’ve ever come home from a trip and felt different, questioned how fast life is changing, or wondered what the world will look like in 20 years, this one will hit home.

Tap in and thank you for listening.


00:14 Post-Vacation Blues
02:28 Thanksgiving Recap
03:22 Alcatraz Experience
06:02 Life in Solitary Confinement
10:20 Rehabilitation in Prison
17:44 Waymo and Autonomous Vehicles
28:34 Thanksgiving Food Debate
37:37 Christmas Shopping and Social Isolation
39:12 The Unseen Gaze
39:26 Car Window Tinting: Pros and Cons
39:43 Future of Car Technology
42:09 Stock Market Insights
44:30 Crypto Investments: Risks and Rewards
49:14 Marketing Strategies and Research
57:37 The Power of Retargeting
01:07:05 AI and Its Implications
01:17:50 Scams and Phone Calls
01:21:30 Wrapping Up

Welcome to Episode 140 of The Endless Growth Podcast.

This week, Alex and Edgar reflect on how time seems to bend when you stay consistent. From reaching another milestone episode to recognizing how different life felt just ten episodes ago, the conversation opens with humor, nostalgia, and the quiet realization that entire seasons of life can shift before you even notice.

They then move into gratitude through the lens of health, aging, and the subtle reminders of how fragile the body truly is. Thanksgiving meals, nostalgic foods, cultural differences, and the evolving idea of comfort lead into deeper reflections on time, adulthood, and how fast the years seem to slip by.

As the episode unfolds, the tone shifts toward bigger questions. Market uncertainty, technological disruption, AI, generational change, and humanity’s obsession with the unknown all surface in the dialogue. From historical communication to modern information overload, they explore how every generation wrestles with its own version of uncertainty and transformation.

If you have ever caught yourself wondering where time is going, who you are becoming, or how to stay rooted in what truly matters, this episode will resonate.

Tap in, share it with someone who needs the reminder, and subscribe to keep growing one moment at a time.

00:59 Thanksgiving Plans and Family Visits
02:56 Language and Cultural Reflections
04:58 Snow and Winter Activities
09:38 San Francisco Adventures
15:27 Food Preferences and Acquired Tastes
24:49 Writing and Storytelling
34:03 Reflecting on Health and Gratitude
36:50 Thanksgiving Food Favorites
37:55 Cooking Mishaps and Ham Troubles
38:54 Thanksgiving Food Favorites
39:47 Desserts and Family Traditions
44:59 Nostalgic Memories and Snacks
48:05 Family Dynamics and Relationships
55:52 Technological Changes and Communication
01:10:03 UFOs and Government Disclosure
01:16:38 Work, Holidays, and Gratitude
01:18:46 Conclusion and Thanksgiving Wishes

Welcome to Episode 139 of The Endless Growth Podcast.

This week, Alex and Edgar ease into the final stretch of the year with real talk about slowing down, shifting priorities, and what it feels like when life starts nudging you toward change. From family visiting and quiet work weeks to birthday reflections and the realization that Edgar is stepping into his thirties, the conversation opens with humor, nostalgia, and a few honest moments about how fast time is moving.

They then drift into the strange world of modern culture. New slang, viral trends, looks maxing, and the pressure to keep up with a generation that seems to speak a different language. What starts as jokes about feeling old slowly turns into deeper questions about vanity, self-image, discipline in the gym, and why the desire to improve can come from both insecurity and growth.

A surprise Q&A adds another layer as they explore what they would do with an unexpected $100,000, leading into conversations about freedom, investing, travel, and the difference between chasing comfort and building something meaningful. The episode closes with honest reflections on relationships, potential moves to Salt Lake, entrepreneurship realities, burnout, hiring struggles, and the emotional weight of returning to childhood places that shaped who they became.

It is thoughtful, grounded, funny, and raw in the way only Endless Growth can deliver. If you have ever questioned your direction, your pace, or the version of yourself you are becoming, this one will hit.

Tap in, share it with someone who needs the message, and subscribe to keep growing one choice at a time.

00:24 Slowing Down for the Holidays
01:45 New Year's Plans and Reflections
02:22 Friendship and Checking In
03:34 Work and No-Shows
04:52 Birthday Reflections and Turning 30
09:51 Slang and Social Media Trends
17:20 Health and Longevity Trends
28:26 Q&A Session
41:04 Future Plans and Moving to Salt Lake
41:58 Driving from Salt Lake for the Pod
42:24 Planning and Effort in Relationships
43:40 Job Opportunities and Moving Decisions
46:17 Challenges of Hiring Employees
56:22 Business Ideas and Labor-Intensive Jobs
01:12:35 Reminiscing About Old Homes and Neighborhoods
01:21:23 Thanksgiving Wishes and Upcoming Holidays

Welcome to Episode 138 of The Endless Growth Podcast!

This week, Alex and Edgar kick things off with Thursday chaos, family traditions, and a real conversation about energy, burnout, and what it feels like to hold life together when the “monster” is punching back. Between supplements, schedules, and nostalgia about running their engines in the red, they get honest about balancing ambition with actually taking care of yourself.

From there, they jump into a big-picture question: what would life look like if you “made it” in five years? That sparks a deep dive into streaming, content creation, parasocial dynamics, and why being on-camera can feel like playing a character. Alex shares his early streaming attempts, Edgar talks about the appeal of work-based content, and together they explore what makes someone worth watching in a world that’s flooded with creators.

The conversation then stretches wide. Housing cycles, 50-year mortgages, generational wealth, and how our parents’ journeys shape our own. They compare growing up with beaters to kids now starting with nicer cars, talk about business late bloomers, and reflect on how easy times can create complacency while harder times push real growth. It’s money, psychology, opportunity, and timing all wrapped in their usual blend of humor and honesty.

And of course, it wouldn’t be an Endless Growth episode without a few detours. Phoenix heat waves, family stories, mammoth fossils in permafrost, Canadian mysteries, language quirks, the Lamborghini Countach, Alaska cruises, and why some tours hit harder than others. It’s reflective, curious, and unexpectedly deep in all the right ways.

Hit play, share it with someone who’d vibe with the journey, and subscribe if it connects. Keep growing. One choice at a time.

00:55 Reflecting on Life and Aging
03:01 Streaming and Content Creation
14:58 Generational Wealth and Economic Thoughts
38:39 Housing Market and Financial Strategies
43:01 Market Confusion and Long-Term Investments
43:26 Historical Market Trends and Home Value Changes
44:56 Regional Market Differences and Surprising Growth
46:28 Personal Stories and Experiences in Phoenix
47:48 Travel Tales and Family Connections
58:06 Alaska Adventures and Cruise Experiences
01:05:49 Language Nuances and Cultural Observations
01:09:57 Lamborghini History and Car Enthusiasm
01:14:30 Factory Tours and Memorable Visits
01:18:37 Podcast Conclusion and Reflections

Welcome to Episode 137 of The Endless Growth Podcast!

This week, Alex and Edgar keep it extra fresh with a new Thursday recording cadence, then dive into real life momentum and mindset. Alex shares a five-week streak hitting his sales target and how he’s leveling up with optimization sessions so clients win long after launch. They unpack staying hungry when things are “good enough,” balancing career goals with mental, physical, and relationship health, and why discipline matters most when life feels smooth.

From there, the convo stretches into how people actually grow. Edgar talks sustainability in small business and the shift from solo grind to smart hiring. Alex explores habits, brains, and a new interest in Jung, while rethinking crypto through fundamentals instead of hype. Together they tackle money as freedom, avoiding get-rich traps, and the gap between research and execution. If you’ve ever planned a big move and stalled out, their take on keeping plans quiet and acting first will hit home.

They also get nostalgic and honest about school, trades, and real-world paths. Degrees that help, degrees that don’t, factory floors that teach hard lessons, and the full-circle wins that show up years later. It’s grounded, reflective, and funny in all the right places.

Tap play, share with a friend, and subscribe if it resonates. Keep growing one choice at a time.

00:46 Weekly Updates and New Recording Schedule
01:38 Listener Appreciation and Engagement
04:02 Work and Sales Achievements
05:26 Personal Growth and Learning
07:18 Balancing Life and Work
13:19 Content Consumption and Interests
24:17 Money and Financial Perspectives
31:12 Social Media and Lifestyle Choices
38:53 Childhood Memories and Reflections
43:29 Late Night Adventures and Gang Encounters
43:52 Gang Culture in Utah vs. LA
44:07 The Appeal of Gang Life
44:48 Graffiti Wars and Gang Presence
45:07 Personal Stories of Gang Influence
47:09 School Experiences and Education Reflections
49:49 Career Choices and Regrets
54:02 The Value of Money and Success
01:01:22 Factory Work and Life Lessons
01:09:49 Reflecting on Past Decisions
01:20:41 Concluding Thoughts

Welcome to Episode 136 of The Endless Growth Podcast!

This week, Alex and Edgar blend real-life updates, relatable struggles, and grounded perspective. Alex walks through renewing his real estate license, sparking a convo about backup careers, discipline, and why some chapters are worth keeping open as life shifts. They trade stories from the field, including Utah’s surprising disclosure rules and how showings can turn into marathons.

Then it shifts to entrepreneurship and the small business grind. Edgar breaks down winter’s impact on detailing, last-minute workloads, and the smart pivots that keep revenue moving, like holiday light installs. They dig into procrastination, discipline, and why working well under pressure can become a double-edged sword.

Later, they go deeper on success, comparison, and the long game. Why early career stages feel slow. What people misunderstand about sales and business ownership. And why defining success for yourself is the only path that actually works.

Before wrapping, they lighten it up with Halloween plans, gym talk, gaming nostalgia, and a few honest lessons about mistakes, social burnout, chasing a 315 bench, and doing good without expecting anything back. It is an easygoing, reflective listen that feels close to home.

Tap play, share with a friend, and keep growing one choice at a time.

00:22 Renewing Real Estate License: The Process
02:17 Challenges and Rewards of Being a Realtor
04:42 Real Estate Market Insights and Trends
05:53 Unexpected Real Estate Laws in Utah
08:21 A Heartwarming Story of Overcoming Prejudice
11:14 The Importance of Community and Neighbors
13:29 Balancing Work and Personal Life
14:22 Managing a Busy Work Schedule
18:21 Lessons from Business and Personal Experiences
25:41 The Risks and Realities of Gambling
26:22 Online Gambling and Influencer Promotions
28:34 Common Mistakes in Online Gambling
29:25 The Importance of Mindset in Rebuilding Success
33:11 Defining and Understanding Success
42:18 Misunderstandings About Business Ownership
47:12 The Reality of Sales and Persistence
56:31 Handling Big Visions and Setting Realistic Goals
01:01:42 Final Thoughts and Halloween Plans
01:02:24 Late Night Candy Cravings
01:03:09 Grateful for Mistakes
01:05:33 Reckless Driving Consequences
01:09:32 Gym Etiquette and Social Dynamics
01:20:24 Halloween and Scary Movies
01:24:14 Gaming and Tech Talk
01:26:49 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead

Welcome to Episode 135 of The Endless Growth Podcast!

This week, Alex and Edgar slow things down for a grounded, real conversation about time, health, and gratitude. The episode opens light with talk of Halloween parties, lasers, and UFO décor, then dives into why time seems to fly as we get older. They explore how routine makes life blur together, and how novelty, curiosity, and new experiences can help slow it back down.

From there, things turn reflective as the guys talk about adulthood, accountability, and the discipline that comes with structure. Alex shares how returning to the office reignited his focus after months of remote burnout, while Edgar talks about perspective and how mindset can change even the hardest weeks. They also touch on finances, uncertainty, and the importance of staying grounded when life feels unstable.

Later, the talk shifts to health and fitness. Alex opens up about consistency in the gym, supplements, and the battle between pre-workout highs and healthy habits. Edgar shares how his recent bloodwork taught him the value of yearly check-ins and how stress affects the body more than most people realize. Together, they break down how health is not just physical. It is emotional, mental, and deeply tied to how we handle pressure.

Before wrapping, Alex reflects on empathy as his “secret sauce” in sales and life. He explains how learning to really listen, whether to clients, friends, or yourself, can completely change the outcome of any interaction. The guys close with thoughts on discipline, goal-setting, and why action matters more than talking about it.

A calm yet thought-provoking episode that reminds you to slow down, check in, and appreciate where you are before chasing what’s next.

Tap play, share with a friend, and remember, growth takes time.


00:11 Weekly Catch-Up and Reflections
00:49 Time Perception and Routine
03:47 Weekend Recap and Halloween Party
07:12 Government Shutdown Impact
14:13 Financial Advice and Resilience
24:45 Positive Outlook and Perspective
29:30 Reflecting on Gratitude and Perspective
30:37 Workplace Reflections and Learning Opportunities
31:48 Factory Job Memories and Lessons
33:53 Discussing NBA Legends
39:51 NFL and Other Sports Conversations
40:38 Health and Fitness Goals for 2026
57:05 Looking Forward to Next Year
57:47 Seasonal Business Challenges
58:42 Sneak Peek and Future Plans
01:00:07 Thanksgiving and Family Plans
01:01:37 Exploring Utah with Family
01:12:02 Sales Strategies and Empathy
01:21:07 Reflecting on Goals and Discipline