Electronic Walkabout

Episode summary introduction: Good afternoon and welcome to another episode of E-Walkabout. During this episode we explore the importance of trust, how it is earned, how it is lost, and its true value .  Topics discussed in this episode: The importance of trust in our lives. How trust really is our personal brand. How trust is earned. How trust is lost. Once broken, can we get trust back? Wal...

Episode summary introduction: Music always adds value to our lives. Today we are meandering through some song lyrics and what they mean to us.  We focus on a song written by the members of Old Dominion, an American country band, titled “ No hard feelings ”. This song focuses on challenges faced when going through a break up. Listen to the band’s advice, it may help you move through a tough em...

Episode summary introduction: Welcome to this episode of Electronic Walkabout, we begin this episode with a poem.  A Mexican poem written in 1915 by Amado Nervo and focus on this key phrase in the poem  “ Life, you owe me nothing, Life, we are at peace ” These  words set the stage for a trip where we talk about are true expectations of life and what is means when we fall short of th...

Episode summary introduction: During this episode we talk about the value of criticism in our development and life and how best to manage it to take advantage of what it is really meant to do, to allow us to be better people.  We share the power of good deeds in our good news story.   Check out https://www.good-deeds-day.org/ , one person can really make a difference.  Topics d...

Episode summary: Join us this episode as we traverse the challenges of decision making. We are hit in the face with decisions every day, some easy, some hard.  The very act of making a decision will make future decisions easier. Let us give you some pointers that will take some of the angst when making tough decisions. Topics discussed in this episode: Dealing with tough decisions. The real c...

Episode summary introduction: There are so many times in life we hear the expression “You have the cart before the horse”.  This holds true for some many things except for one, planning for retirement.  Something so important we always take for granted.  Take a walk with us as we share some thoughts about how to approach retirement to allow us to really live the way we were meant to...

Episode summary introduction: Living a perfect life means never having to apologize. Unfortunately our lives are far from perfect & apologies can pop up like road signs. A simple social etiquette can be far from simple. Join us as we put the power of apologies into perspective to make them easier.   Topics discussed in this episode: Whenever you find yourself in a situation that may...

Episode summary introduction: One of the biggest gifts we have been given is the gift of music.  It can take you right back, years back, to the very moment certain things happened in your life. It can motivate us, make us happy, make us sad and in the end make a beautiful collection that will be the soundtrack of our life.  Maddog & TC share how music has made a difference in their l...

Episode summary introduction: This episode we tackle one of life’s constant challenges, dealing with our mistakes. Often believed, by some, as a sign of weakness or a source of embarrassment.  If viewed  in the proper light they can be a catalyst for personal growth and development.  Join us as we find a path that lets us view mistakes as gifts that, at times, will be the gift that...

Episode summary introduction: Technology, with the best of intentions, was meant to give us  a better life.  One place it has fallen short is in the way we communicate.  Join TC & Maddog as they send you on a path to understand technology’s shortcomings with communication and give guidance on how to better communicate in our relationships.  Topics discussed in this episode:...

Episode summary introduction: This episode focuses on the emotion of guilt and how it plays a part in our lives. Oftentimes there is no need to feel guilty, it is simply not ours to carry.  During the times we do own the guilt it is important to learn how to manage so it does not take control of our life.  Topics discussed in this episode: During this trek TC & Maddog examine how gui...

Episode summary introduction: A good reputation is never given the attention it deserves.  Join us as we talk about the importance of a “gold standard” reputation in both our professional and personal relationships.  A solid reputation will have an influence on our happiness and success in life.   Topics discussed in this episode: How did you learn this? What are the elements o...

A Door to Self Improvement Episode summary introduction: We welcome a new member to our E-Walabout, James “ Maddog ” Bergin.  Maddog joins TC as they take a journey to explore the nuances of resolutions.  We indulge in resolutions as part of our New Year’s eve ritual but statistically struggle to see them through.  Resolutions do have a benefit and can be a door to self improvement....

Episode summary introduction: We welcome Brock Adams who offers a fantastic way to look at religion.  As we travel through this world we must always strive to find a sound body and sound mind which includes spiritual health.  Religion has opened so many doors and made our lives whole as we navigate this crazy world of ours.  Join us as we explore what it can do for you and is yours...

Episode summary introduction: Good morning everyone, today we take a journey with another guest, Ian Parks,  who shares with us the importance of volunteering in our community.  There are so many positive things that volunteering can do for our life.  Truly, volunteers make the world go round.  Topics discussed in this episode: Why volunteer? What got you into volunteering? How...

Episode summary introduction: Joining us during this journey as we showcase another song, “ Everything to Everyone ”.  This song appears on “ Everclear’s ”  October 1997 album “ So Much for the Afterglow ” The song sends the message how important it is to look after ourselves first before we can be of any value to anyone else.     Topics discussed in this episode: Why do w...

Episode summary introduction: When we land on this planet and begin our own personal treks there is only one thing that will let us survive, knowledge.  Our foundation is always based on our environment.  We all need to develop a thirst for knowledge to be comfortable, grow as individuals and live the best life we can.  Join us as we travel and engage on how we quench this thirst an...

Episode summary introduction: This episode listen while we talk about the importance of knowing when it’s your time to move from one chapter of your life to the next. We welcome Bob Reist, head coach of the Valley Huskers, to share his insight in dealing with some of his own “Best before dates”. Seen in the proper light, these dates become the catalyst for new opportunities and future successes.&n...

Episode summary: This walk we talk about the value of trust in our relationships.  Trust is so important in our personal relationships and can be broken so easily.  No different than a priceless vase, when broken it will never be as strong as it once was.  Trust is not to be taken lightly and speaks to who you are as a person.    Topics discussed in this episode: What is t...

Episode summary introduction: Join us as we travel with our good friend, James Bergin. He has taken his passion for helping kids to extraordinary levels and provides insight on how you can do the same. Listen as he tells us how he brought his visions to life. You are truly in for a treat during this episode. James can’t help but inspire you.      Topics discussed in this episode: Wh...

Episode summary introduction: Happiness is more than a feeling or a state of mind. It is in our life to help give it meaning.  It is something that we all strive and struggle for.  During this trek we discuss our own happiness to help give context to yours.  Topics discussed in this episode: What is happiness Where do you find happiness How important is happiness in our life What ma...

Episode summary introduction: In this episode join us as we travel along and pay homage to one of the most iconic bands in the world, The Beatles.  Their music is a part of our lives, our culture and will continue to be for centuries.  We do this by grabbing one of their songs, “ In My Life” from their 1965 “Rubber Soul” album . Engage in some positive listening while we take some time t...

Episode summary introduction: This episode we are more than fortunate to have my very own brother to share how he has taken a life challenge and used it to help others.  Through example and a positive attitude he has shown us what is important in life and how this should never be taken for granted.  Topics discussed in this episode: A Cancer Conqueror; Chris’s Story; Dealing with the new...

Episode summary introduction: This episode we talk about Men’s mental health.  Apropos, it just happens to be Men's mental health awareness month.  Awareness is always the beginning to accept and face challenges that in the end will allow us to live happier lives.  Join us as we share our own experiences to showcase such an important issue.   We invite our listeners to exp...

Episode summary introduction: This episode we put into perspective both education and experience.  How one or the other or both influence success in life and knowing when to focus on one or the other may be key.  We invite those listeners to listen and decide what they value the most as they journey towards their own success. Topics discussed in this episode: What is more important, educ...