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During this episode I go off on different tangents regarding various topics including: responsibility, time management and living in the real world. Do not get down on yourself for taking a day off, it’s our obligation as humans to rest our bodies and minds. Honesty with ourselves influences our day to day decisions which ultimately influence our futures. Also, I speak about my brand, Obsessive Aggression and where the name came from. Tell your friends and family about The Smoking Simian on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, IHeart Radio AND NOW Amazon Music. Follow myself on Instagram @abarbosa000 and tell me what you think. I DO NOT OWN OR CLAIM TO OWN ANY OF THE MUSIC IN THIS PODCAST.

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Our first two-guest episode has arrived, and boy is it a fun one! This lovely Thursday episode is just what you need to get you to the end of your week. My co-workers and good friends, Mike Michaud and Andrew Oberg, were phenomenal. Mike gives us a deep dive on our place of employment as well as his aspirations of owning it one day. Drew speaks about his time in the restaurant industry followed by his future trajectory regarding his MBA he’ll be receiving in December. Mixed in are great laughs, alien excerpts, living and working on the famed Federal Hill and much more. I cannot wait to have these guys on again and start doing more two-guest episodes (especially when I get my third mic working). Tell your friends and family about The Smoking Simian on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts AND NOW IHeart Radio. Follow myself on Instagram @abarbosa000 and tell me what you think. I DO NOT OWN OR CLAIM TO OWN ANY OF THE MUSIC IN THIS PODCAST.

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Comin’ atcha on a Monday morning! I appreciate today’s guest Josh Banno for coming on incredibly short notice, literally a half hour. Anyway, we had a great conversation that started quite topical but became introspective as it progressed. Josh is a young man just trying to find his way, whether it be through caring for animals or writing extraordinary fiction novels. He and I learned a lot from and about each other during this conversation.One lesson being: although we have different ideals and constitutions we can still educate each other. Tell your friends and family about The Smoking Simian on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts AND NOW IHeart Radio. Follow myself on Instagram @abarbosa000 and tell me what you think. I DO NOT OWN OR CLAIM TO OWN ANY OF THE MUSIC IN THIS PODCAST.

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This week, this month, THIS YEAR, has been anything but easy. However, no one ever said this was gonna be easy! Otherwise we’d all be business owners and content creators, this is the road I have chosen. During this episode, I reflect on some of the trials and tribulations regarding the creative process in producing these episodes. Reflection is a huge part of mental growth, it allows us to elevate our minds and learn from our past experiences. This translates to knowledge which in turn, stimulates and changes our “game” for the better. Enjoy this episode and I hope you all take something from it. Tell your friends and family about The Smoking Simian on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts AND NOW IHeart Radio. Follow myself on Instagram @abarbosa000 and tell me what you think. I DO NOT OWN OR CLAIM TO OWN ANY OF THE MUSIC IN THIS PODCAST.

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Thank you Mr. Larkin for being my first repeat guest and having this MMA packed conversation. For those who don’t recall, John and I are avid martial artists who live to train and are huge fans of combat sports. We continuously refine our games, analyze all combat and implement whatever we find to be effective, very Bruce Lee like ;). I hope you all enjoy our nerd-out, whether you’re a hardcore fan or a casual this is episode hits both of those groups and everything in between. Tell your friends and family about The Smoking Simian on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts AND NOW IHeart Radio. Follow John and  myself on Instagram @the.strenuous.life, @abarbosa000 and tell me what you think. I DO NOT OWN OR CLAIM TO OWN ANY OF THE MUSIC IN THIS PODCAST.

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There’s some people whom every time you speak to them, you’re going to learn something. Dave, having mastered the art of communication, is one of those people. This episode we discuss our humble beginnings and Dave’s huge move out west. Along with pressing topics such as: the country’s education system, current events and how they relate to U.S. history and the modern struggles of a young person. I have known Dave since kindergarten which explains the length of this conversation. I hope you all enjoy our first Zoom episode as much as I did.Tell your friends and family about The Smoking Simian on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher AND NOW Google Podcasts. Follow myself on Instagram @abarbosa000 and tell me what you think. I DO NOT OWN OR CLAIM TO OWN ANY OF THE MUSIC IN THIS PODCAST.

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During this episode I pour out my heart and soul explaining why I have chosen my current path. By definition an entrepreneur is: a person who organizes and operates a business or businesses, taking on greater than normal financial risks in order to do so (Oxford Languages). The risk reward for most does not measure out, I'm slowing learning that they do for me. Tell your friends and family about The Smoking Simian on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher AND NOW Google Podcasts. Follow myself on Instagram @abarbosa000 and tell me what you think. 
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In a world of artificial intelligence and ever changing technology, it is very easy to become unnerved by some of the advances to come. Due to the rapid growth of tech, the world is growing more concerned and obsessed with the information regarding the matter. Issac is on the forefront of the advances being made regarding AI, robots, virtual reality, brain chips and SO much more. In this episode Issac discusses his new job at a large tech firm and schools me on this ever-changing world. I hope you all find it as informative and interesting as I did. Tell your friends and family about The Smoking Simian on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Stitcher. Follow myself on Instagram @abarbosa000. 
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Bobby Calamari is THE guy to go to for all your sports needs, especially Boston sports. His passion clearly lies as fan, which has lead him to choose the path of a sports journalist for the future. A college student with a great attitude Rob and I have a great conversation regarding fantasy football, future plans and his acceptance to URI. Tell your friends and family about The Smoking Simian on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Stitcher. Follow myself on Instagram @abarbosa000. 
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In life, the ability to highlight your skills and knowledge in times when needed, is a huge advantage. Being able to sell oneself for the right position, pay grade, person or idea, is an accolade in and of itself. Not having "professional experience" or "the common skillset", should never discourage you from applying for that job. We take away skills and knowledge from every experience. Tell your friends and family about The Smoking Simian on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Stitcher. Follow myself on Instagram @abarbosa000. 
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