Unfiltered Goles

Loneliness in all its forms: how it shows up in men’s mental health, women’s physical health, and in choosing not to have kids. It’s a real one.

Cole opens up about living with depression, how it shows up, how it feels, and how it has shaped our relationship. From hard conversations to unexpected growth, we talk about what it means to navigate mental health together.

Cole & Gouda dive into their unforgettable trip to Las Vegas! From the electric chaos of the Strip to their tips on surviving the overstimulation, they share favorite moments, hidden gems, and the joy of traveling as the ultimate duo.

Cole and Gouda open up about the highs and lows of their relationship as they celebrate two years of marriage. It’s a fun and honest look back at what makes their bond strong, what challenges they’ve faced, and what keeps them growing together.

We sit down with our friend Dom Castillo to talk about his path through the military, his transformation in the fitness world, and the personal struggles that shaped him. This episode shines a light on men’s mental health and the power of self discovery through discipline, reflection, and growth.

We open up about the hard things we’re still walking through, moments when it feels like everything could fall apart. It’s not about putting your pain on display but about reminding you it’s okay to talk about what you're carrying with someone you trust. You’re not alone in the struggle.

We all go through hard things, even if it doesn’t show. In this episode, we talk about looking put together while dealing with heavy stuff on the inside. We share why opening up to someone you trust can make all the difference and how talking it out helps lighten the load. You don’t have to carry it alone.

In this episode, we open up about our decision not to have biological children. We talk through the reasons behind our choice, challenge the myths around couples who opt out of parenthood, and explore how easy it is to romanticize something as life-changing as having kids. We also reflect on the pressure society puts on big decisions. This is an honest, thoughtful conversation about choosing what’...

We’re getting real in this one. In this episode, we open up about our personal flaws—what they are, how they show up in our lives, and the impact they’ve had on our relationship. From tough truths to the growth we’re working toward, this is an honest conversation about imperfection, self-awareness, and learning to show up better for ourselves and each other.

Are your friendships lifting you up or dragging you down? We explore the tricky realities of friendships—especially the difficult ones. Learn how to handle friendships that come through your partner, recognize toxic connections, and understand when it might be time to let go. Tune in for honest insights and clarity on making tough friendship decisions. Your peace of mind is worth it.

After nearly two years away, Cole & Gouda return with life updates — from getting married and adopting a third dog to running marathons, coaching boxing, and launching a new app. Let’s catch up!

Cole and Gouda chat Marathon goal setting, training, overcoming failure.

It's been a while... we've missed you! It's been a whirlwind of travel, work, and sickness over the past few weeks. Let's sit down and have a chat about it.

Cole & Gouda take on the topic of "Starting Over"... Whether it's leaving a long term relationship, leaving a career path, or even starting over completely by moving across the country, it's simply not easy, but it very well could be worth it.

Introducing a new format to the show! Gouda has some popular topics/questions to ask Cole. To add as a bonus, Gouda has a rather thought provoking surprise question to end the episode.

After a lonnnngggg (but planned) engagement, Cole & Gouda finally got married! For the first episode of the new season, they break down how the day went + chat about their honeymoon experience.

It's Rewind Time everyone! Join Cole & Gouda in the second to last episode of the season to recap some of their favorite episodes and talk through some of the meaning and inspiration behind them.

After watching the popular "The Secrets of Hillsong"... In this episode, Cole and Gouda talk about their previous personal connection to church and why their connection with faith looks much different now.

Stressed? Yeah, us too. There's a lot going on. But what do you do when two people handle stress very differently? Talk about about it.

Careers, Quitting, and Changes... This week Cole and Gouda are back to talk about their recent jobs and what decisions have led them to experience a stronger relationship and overall better mental health.

One more episode with Gouda and his Monologue. But we promise this is a good one! In this episode, Gouda talks about seeing struggle as something that gives life its complexities and purpose. But more importantly, struggle gives the resolution its value.

"Wow you guys can't stand to be apart for 15 days?"... Cole & Gouda talk about their longest time yet being apart and the struggles they faced while Gouda visited India for work.

We all get bored... Or do we anymore? The phone has, in many ways, gotten in the way of "Mind Wandering" which can be a path to idea generation and even reflection. But because our phones never let us be bored, we seemingly never get a chance to just think. In this episode, Gouda reflects on his recent traveling and relationship with his phone and social media.

Who loves to fail?!? Yeah, nobody. Gouda is chatting this week about why failure is important and what it has to do with both 'discipline' and allowing yourself to 'live life to the fullest'. And don't worry, Cole is back next week ;)

Time to join Cole & Gouda in another controversial topic, Alcohol. Let's be honest, Alcohol can get a bad wrap for a lot of reasons. But used in the correct way, it can bring friends, family, and strangers all together. Sometimes it can even bring together a community.