The EZ Struggle Podcast

Guess Who Back... Back again. ZAZ returns after a long hot summer.

ZAZ is back to talk about their daily shenanigans, ranging from motorcyclism, fishing, leisure activities, and even light sabers. A trip to County line evokes a discussion pertaining to size appropriateness. The sun and devils comet are eclipsing the conversation as the guys make plans for this event. Easter activities consisted of Turi catching fishes with the familia, Ez goes and flies a kite, while Zatchy does some motorcylism. Ez ups his mechanic game as he successfully replaces a starter. The Cyberbeast is on Ez's radar as the research into electric vehicles begins. As always come get you some merch at our Shopify store https://theezstrugglepodcast.myshopify.com/…

ZAZ is back hard and heavy discussing Ez's leadership techniques and principles. Workplace dynamics and challenges are discussed encompassing leadership responsibilities and the importance of problem-solving in a team setting. ZAZ contemplates the smuggling techniques utilized by Denzel Washington in 'Training Day'. Funeral vs Celebration of Life vs Taxidermy is a well rounded table of discussion amongst ZAZ&Co. Personal health become a key topic as the boys accept getting older Zatchy explains his Insulin pump to demonstrate the potential future Maui may have to deal with. Childhood doctors visits come up as Turi is triggered by his first vaccination and Ez recounts his first blood draw resulting in a short nap. The brothers talk movies as EZ is impressed with the recent performances of Jake Gyllenhaal and John Cena in "Road House' and 'Ricky Stanicky' respectively. Zatchy and Maui talk about 'The Walking Dead' enough to convince EZ to start another series. With Good Friday coming up ZAZ talks about their plans honoring the resurrection of Jesus Christ. DON’T FORGET TO ENSURE FUTURE FORNICATION BY PURCHASING SOME EZ STRUGGLE MERCH !!https://theezstrugglepodcast.myshopify.com/…

ZAZ welcomes a top secret guest with a blast from the past. The Savage of Stanton makes his first appearance to bring up the past and update ZAZ on the top flight security of the world. From deleted scenes to toothpick tricks TZAZ covers it all. Zatchy's animosity for Skelso continues as the story unfolds regarding their college shenanigans. Turi and Ez prepare for some badass motorcyclism for the Ez Struggle Podcast birthday. With stories all around ZAZ and Tango Jackal have a good ole time with the new studio setup. ZAZ Worldwide is one step closer to fruition. With childHOOd fights and street brawls the boys recall the scrappy days they had to survive to get to where they are now. Getting older gets tougher as health concerns and maintaining regulations are key ingredients. The Savage breaks down his simple Airforce dietary guidelines and breaks down his Ask the Intern strategy for doctors visits. With surgerys going all around Ez's favorite daughter gets to spend her spring break recovering from surgery. Relocation plans are discussed amongst the crew. DON’T FORGET TO ENSURE FUTURE FORNICATION BY PURCHASING SOME EZ STRUGGLE MERCH !!https://theezstrugglepodcast.myshopify.com/…

ZAZ finally gets back in the studio after weeks off to bring our fellow strugglers up to speed on what been going on. Check it out

Zatch comes off a rough Saturday with a trip to the ER. EZ and Zatch put in some work on the studio, but due to Ez’s bad mathing the work in only partially completed. Zatch prepares to begin his motorcyclism journey and navigate his vertigo as he must visit a neurologist. Ez musters up the motivation to map out his thoughts for his graduation letter for veteran treatment court. The loss of vision is a struggle that haunts ZAZS. Ez gives a preview of what to expect at his VTC graduation.  Selso comforts Chevy as he suffers tail trauma from mama. He tries to explain the parameters to his brothers hog hunting extravaganza and gives a shout out to his bros business. Maui muffles his excitement for Moana 2 and Kung Fu Panda 4. Juan from Holy Grail Tattoo gives Turi the Terrible some more tattoos. The crew discusses the act of composing music as Christian make a solid attempt at composing music. and the artist in us all is shared as Selso and Zatchy debate the best stick figure pen!s. Moose is up for grabs as  the jealousy continues to boil between Skelso and Zatchy. Cleburne is in the future as Ez begins to gather a game plan. Selena’s killer is set to be released and the boys talk about the drama because. “anything for Salenas!” Mija’s friend downloads from the matrix similar to Zatchy allowing Ez to establish SOPs in case of emergency.  Zatch gives a lifesavers course to save his diabetic ass, and Selso recalls one of Zatchy’s old methods for keeping his sugar levels. Maui and Zatchy educate Ez on some Avenged Sevenfold history. Selso defends his Slash senses against Zatch. Ez discloses his high school sports hero, Tanner Riley. Maui presents his night terror concerns regarding exorcisms, revealing to Ez the true benefits of baptism at birth. Zatchy continues his attempts at calling the demonic without arming himself. Skelso and Zatchy share stories of the ghosts they’ve hung out with.   Selso brings the questions as the guys debate between hiccups for life and a billion dollars and they pick superpower side effects for each other alongside their favorite movie quotes. They breakdown which podcast they would enjoy being on the most. Zatch defends the self proclaimed winners, reciting his undefeated record on the inter-webs. DON’T FORGET TO ENSURE FUTURE FORNICATION BY PURCHASING SOME EZ STRUGGLE MERCH !!https://theezstrugglepodcast.myshopify.com/…

ZAZ struggles through another week of shenanigans. A discussion about terms being hijacked by minorities. Zatch and Maui give some tips for guitar stringing to help Hagan restring Ez's guitar. . A shout out to Eric VanCuren and his band as their prepare to perform at the Basin Burnout BBQ Cook-Off and Music Fesival: Scott Stapp at Centennial Park Midland. Zatch has an upcoming struggle dealing with a potential company buyout but gets to clear the air with his daughter Haven regarding his warden. The boys remember the vittles required for survival way back when from folding napkins to dance competitions. Ez attempts to map out his sobriety as Maui and Zatch plan to observe Veteran Treatment Court for Ez's last day. The ol train station days bring back good memories for Zatch from the blowing smoke trainengine cookbook and the windows to the wall. Ez get edumacated on Union life with the Railroad community. Maui struggles thru another typical round of company layoffs. Maui commends Ez on his sobriety as he understands the struggle of drunk company.  Encouraging our kids to push themselves is a topic for the guys regarding the kiddos and their recent band and powerlifting performances sparking memories of ZAZ's own glory days. There is an app for that comes to realization as the boys talk Legos. Ez gives a hip-pocket class on roadway construction going on in Stanton. Zatchy recaps his movie marathon triggering some tales from Ez's deployment days. Maui gives the boys a brief rundown of his journey into the Free Masons. This insights a deep conversation about the need for structure and formulating the courage to dive into a chosen structure organization. The reshaping of ones mindset is discussed as peoples individual perspectives are to at least be acknowledged if not considered. "His Only Son" is one of the biggest tests of faith and ZAZ discusses faith and courage. Ez shares of his plan for the finally of his "Zeke Shit". The Hill, Joe Bell, and American Satan entice ZAZ to either preach, or live the rock'n'roll lifestyle in "Paradise City". The guys ponder the possibility of the Vatican's underground library. Sober Turi witness the rhythms of grace in action as a deaf woman gets assistance from an unlikely source. Some dude tumbleweeds at a rate of 150 mph sparking the boys to assess the tumbleweeding situation in the wild west at high speeds. The TEXIT strategy is brought up as ZAZ initiates the planning for a Civil War. Kayla get a shout-out for being a bad b!tch on the work front giving Ez a chance to be the housecholo. Fun engineering and hunting facts round out the session for ZAZ studios. Upgrades are on the way!!! DON’T FORGET TO ENSURE FUTURE FORNICATION BY PURCHASING SOME EZ STRUGGLE MERCH !!https://theezstrugglepodcast.myshopify.com/…

ZAZ is back with a special guest week, Matty Cupcakes with "What a Joke Comedy" joins us to share some of his story and update the guys on the local comedy scene. Matty shares with the guys about losing his house to a flood that currently has him and his wife and child living in a trailer. Overcoming obstacle over obstacle Matty keeps moving, even hosting an benefit at Eccentric Brewing for his niece who is battle Leukemia. And despite all the chaos his awesome Wife throws surprise birthday party for him. Shout out to his niece, sister and brother-in-law for staying strong during her battle with cancer. ZAZ asks their new comedian friend how he prepares for his comedy routines. Being a local west Texican Matty shares about his Navy career and he also challenges our veteran listeners that are battling their demons to reach out. STOP VETERAN SUICIDE. The value of motorcyclism is discussed as Maui and Ez open up about their motorcycle therapy. Matty gives a BIG SHOUT OUT to his mentors ADRIENNE and STEPHANIE. Zatch's Unicorn metal finds another fan as Matty expresses his respect for the Techno Metal sparking a discussion about the guys favorite covers as well as the "Mount Rushmore" of comedy. Matty tells the tale of his fishing catches and many action packed boating excursions. Common ground is found as Matty Cupcakes shares a love for fishing, 4-wheeling and hunting with ZAZ. As the guys share their hunting and fishing stories. Matty and Ez discuss their experience with the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas (C.U.R.T.) and the process to obtain their Marijuana prescriptions and the benefits and future of THC in Texas. ZAZM attempts to establish the logistics for their part in Texas vs Biden as WW3 is also on the brink of beginning. Matty gives the guys the layout of his childhood on the north side of Midland as the guys weigh in on the surge in development to the Permian Basin. @mattycupcakes gives the origin of his name and it makes Ez's mouth water. Artificial Intelligence is here and the guys share their recent experiences and thoughts on the future of AI which then take a turn into space and the possibility of Alien life amongst us. Ez asks for a connection between alien life and God Almighty. Matty asks they guys what their plans are if the world implodes into chaos. "The Walking Dead" influences Matty and Zatchy's plans. ZAZ gets Matty's best Walter Brimley impression once again Shazam is brought up and Zatchy's tries summoning everything her can think of. Dirty chones and shit stained experiences are somehow brought up. Everybody's favorite conspiracies are broken down into #facts. The NFL fails to follow thru with their NFL predictions as the guys find out that the 49er's and the Chiefs are playing in the Superbowl. The guys put their heads together to restructure the Cowboys for Jerry Jones. Matty gives his theory on Michael Vick destroying idea of being a scrambling quarterback, anytime the G.O.A.Ts are brought up, MJ and Lebron are brought up. Matty gives the guys a brief history on his rugby career and the guys talk about their aging struggles and the childhood struggles that still plague them. Matty and Ez speak some math to each other as they emphasize the importance of it. Matty's dogs attempt to provide him with some comedic material at his wife's expense. Give Matty Cupcakes a follow on @mattycupcakes @mattweatherford. Follow the Green Bean Podcast with Matty and Adrienne! Shout out to Stephanie ShoNuff at "the Reserve" @stephanieshonuffs. What a Joke Productions with be putting on Gal-A-Palooza on Feb 29th at "Yo Mammas". DON’T FORGET TO ENSURE FUTURE FORNICATION BY PURCHASING SOME EZ STRUGGLE MERCH !!https://theezstrugglepodcast.myshopify.com/…

ZAZ is wiping with dude wipes this week as Ez gives his version of a hip-pocket makeup class and Turi and Zachy share of their emo days with hottopic and JNCOs making up the wardrobes from the past. Chaz structure is brought up as the boys talk mutiny. Zatch deals with the struggles of improper preparation during the latest freeze. Zatchy stumbles upon a documentary on the great Stevie Ray Vaughn is remembered for his greatness. The warden in Zachies World continues her wrath. Ez prepares to cross the high dollar finish line regarding his warden as well as his freedom. Cold weather motorcyclism gets an update to glove preparation. ZAZ brings up a case for an update to the paid holidays allowed by the U.S. of A. Maui starts his Saturday early with Carly's powerlifting and then he rushes to get Christian his very own tie so he can represent Stanton at the regional band concert in Hodessa. The boys discuss their first experience with suits and ties. Zatchy ponders the possibility of joining the geek squad with his BCG's. Ez n Kayla join Maui n Ms. Jeri at Chesterfest to Karaoke and try to teach people how to fire correctly. The Juggalos make the most wanted list. ZAZ discusses there hype songs when sh!t hits the fan! Totes nuts begin preparation for mounting as Ez and his bonus-son Hagan finally get the balls to removes those belonging to totes. Maui mourns the malfunction of the Cowboys offense during the recent playoff massacre, as ZAZ discusses the ideal strategy for the hiring and firing of a game winning team. From proper break falls to daily stretching Ez breaks down his daily stretching routine. Maui lays out his winning formula for his weight loss challenge at work. Age is catching up to the guys as the effects of Alcohol are brought up. Relapse not an option for the non-quitters. A rant ensues about the recent Stanton ISD request for 30K to keep the football program going, in an attempt to Greenwood our Stanton as the boosters are called to duty. Ez questions the active shooter protocols employed by schools. Powerlifting is the new sport for the daughters as Carlie and Kenzie go to their first meet leaving lots to learn for Maui and Ez. Maui begins the logistical planning and maps out his mindset for his Milwaukee ride in July, while Ez braces for another setback to his motorcyclism for 2024 and Zatchy continues his journey toward motorcyclism. BE SURE TO AQUIRE YOU SOME NEW MERCH AT OUR STORE !!https://theezstrugglepodcast.myshopify.com/…

ZAZ likes it RAW as they jump right into the Avenged Sevenfold album that Maui has been taking a deep dive into. With World War 3 in the beginning stages the guys stumble into the episode. Zatch is working on the rail road all the live long day, and dealing with his wardens bullsh!t. Ez and Zatch negotiate the location of Zatchy's first tattoo from Ez in an attempt to Carpe Diem with a designed insirped by Zatch's eskimo buddy Nathan. Maui and Ez take control of Zatchy's online presence. Ez is coming off of a good weeks as last minute preparations for his phase up letter or successful. The Free Zeke campaign is underway as he get ever closer to graduating veterans treatment court. Ice Ice baby drops the temperature but Ez makes sure to endure the frigid temperatures to make sure his motorcylism is up to date. Improved optics helps Maui and Hansel hunt down them field mice. Ez weighs the idea of sobriety continuing after he is released from his legal constraints, he also discuss his VA status and the upgrades for his family. ZAZ discusses the videography upgrades for the Ez Struggle Podcast. The deer lease was a blast for Ez as he gets to spend some freaky Zekey time with some Skelso and gets to know Alyssa and Hansel a bit more and Maui's lil bro Jacob get to come shoot some sh!t with the guys and gal. Gunny munches on some mummy deer jerky and immediately regrets his decision. Despite no kills the group still feasted on ribeye's and fries. The guys discuss the logistics required to conduct podcast operations at the deer lease. The Spotify numbers near #100 as the Podcast continues to grow one listener at a time. Superbowl predictions are in as the 49er's and the Ravens are the colors represented on the NFL logo…The big shift within the NCAA and NFL bring up concerns for Maui as he and Zatch give Ez the latest rundown on our favorite gladiator sport. Ez talks about the power or prayer as his SUDs counselor shares of her family's interaction with the divine despite cancer battles. The movie FOE takes a look at AI and it being able to experience love, this prompts Ez to inquire of his comrades if they think of the past or the future more? Zatch shares some of his "what if" thoughts that he deals with. The Ez Struggle Podcast receives it very first live call in guest via speaker phone… Maui's brother Jacob joins the guys for their in depth regrets conversation as he lays down some of his philosophy and therapizes ZAZ with an acceptance of the past with a future oriented mindset for life decisions. Giving the guys a dive into his past and his reflection on life moving forward as the madness gets more organized. Ez inquires as to Zatch's progressive thinking and the time stamps that he has in mind. Ez embraces his recent commandeering of his own 2-wheels as he officially acquires Ms. Murda from his Prez. Mental states are battled by us all and Maui lays out some of his methods for changing that channel Ez shares about his ability to feel what his boys feel, prompting more questions about Mauis childhood. Future goals are discussed amongst the group as they discuss potential moving locations in the future. Zatchs shares with the guys about his time in Nebraska and the beauty it has. The tv show LOST gets wild for Ez as he give his analysis of the show. Gaston Gock is honored after his recent passing. Firearms and the 2nd amendment are a big deal for ZAZ as the discuss their firearm safety and experiences. Fit for a king has Ez utilizing the wrong throat hole. ZAZ begins early logistics for and end of 2024 road trip to the East coast. The dog count at Ez ranch continues it slow decrease in numbers as Ez mourns their loss. BE SURE TO AQUIRE YOU SOME NEW MERCH AT OUR STORE !!https://theezstrugglepodcast.myshopify.com/…