Story. Lesson. Advice.

Quite the personal story, lesson and advice this week as I share one of the most difficult stories of my life - the dreaded ex-girlfriend. Boy, oh boy, does this have some twists and turns fit for a Hollywood movie.  Sponsor I Wish I Had: Claim Defame and their Bomber Jacket Just the Tip: How to quickly and easily make homemade jam Whisper In: houseandhome.design. All of your interior design choic...

This week, I dive into my poor spending habits in my 20's that put me way behind the eight ball for the financial future, the lesson that I learned the hard way and the advice I would give my past self and daughter when she gets older.  For the Sponsor I Wish I Had, shoes with style! The Travis Matthew Cuater shoe - lightweight, sexy looking, partially made from recycled materials.  In the Ju...

Today, I discuss two personal stories related to the Catholic Church that upset me greatly and caused me to rethink my relationship with the church and faith. Who would have thought getting married and getting your kid baptized could be so complex and filled with barriers.  For the Sponsor I Wish I Had, it is all about coffee! The Phillips Latte Go 5400 is a fully automatic espresso machine that a...

This week, I talk about the commonly given poor advice of following your passion. I speak to my own experience from shifting from corporate life to cooking and then back..ish.   The Sponsor I Wish I Had is Underwood Bubbles – a vineyard that among other things, produces bubbly in a can – great for outdoor events and affordable. @unionwinecompany   I also discuss an alternate route to ‘following yo...

Today, I discuss how a crazy vomiting story alongside my daughter helped me understand some key parenting advice. the Sponsor I Wish I Had is Bourbon Barrel Foods - amazing spices, seasonings, sauces and more, all with a KY hug built right in. bourbonbarelfoods.com Just the Tip: How to Season a Steak - more salt than you would think, and why pepper might not be in your best interest. Whisper In -...

In this week's episode, the pool build story from hell! What a nightmare from beginning to end, but of course, there is a silver lining - and that is....well, I guess it's perspective. Perspective on my problems, our problems and reality of the world - sometimes things happen and just because they do happen, doesn't mean they happen to YOU.  I also talk about a massive project I mes...

In today’s episode, I discuss the art of sabotaging yourself. Think about how hard you work to make progress in life - whatever it is; relationships, weight loss, work, etc.. Only to put yourself right back where you started.  For the Sponsor I Widh I Had, I mention Bourbon Barrel Foods - an entire company dishing out amazing sauces, seasonings, rubs and more, all with a hint (or more) of, you gue...

In today’s episode, I discuss the loss of a parent and how that reframed my perspective on my career choices and how they can impact more than just myself.  For the Sponsor I Wish I Had, I pump up Prepared Hero and their offering of safety products to help you at home and out and about.  I also discuss my ego and how that drove me to make career choices I might not have made if I wasn't so ca...

In today’s episode, I discuss our family unexpected move from Texas to Arizona and the number that did on all of us. We went from feeling set for the future to feeling scrambled as we rushed out of town…and I felt totally lost with where and what I am supposed to do next. For the Sponsor I Widh I Had, I talk about Melin Hats - worth the price as they look great, hold their shape and last forever....

In today's episode, I discuss the worst flying experience of my life. For the Sponsor I Wish I Had, I talk all about Spiceology - The Periodic Table of Flavor. Great spices, seasoning and rubs that I use every week. Grab it from my affiliate link here: https://amzn.to/4c6bWsF I also rant about the lack of freedom we all have once we enter the airport. On a more serious note, I discuss the nec...

Episode notes: Justin answers questions from his guest with special guest host Courtney Allen Music by purple-planet.com

Episode notes: Season 1 recap: one minute per episode, 22 episodes...before the season finale next week. All relevant info/brands/websites/Insta accounts are linked in previous episode. Music by Purple-planet.com @justinodfw on Insta

Today's episode: Cold open:  Junk food of our youth Sponsor I wish I had:  Schramsberg Vinyards Conversation: Sean Kelly - co-found of the National Videogame Museum History of video games How the museum came to be Geek out on games and consoles Just the Tip:  How to make a quick fruit jam for the holiday spread Instagram: @justinodfw @nvmusa @schramsberg Music by purple-planet.com

Episode notes: Cold open: MTV Cribs, Texas Dads Style Sponsor I wish I had: PB2 Foods Get it with my affiliate link here: https://amzn.to/3X1j2KF Conversation: Chris and his wife decide to move from Dallas to Galveston. Chris's wife's pregnancy during the pandemic A great proposal story  Just the Tip: Wine storage and decanting Insta: @chef_waltman @justinodfw @pb2foods pb2foods.com Musi...

Episode notes: Cold open: Halloween costumes through the years Sponsor I wish I had: Hooray Heroes Conversation: Matt the dentists gives us tips and advice on how we can keep our own teeth in good shape and how we can encourage our children to develop good dental hygiene practices.  Just the Tip: How to Brine your turkey @justinodfw on Insta @karlsdds on Insta https://www.karlsfamilydentistry.com...

Episode notes: Cold open: A terrifying bat story Sponsor I wish I had: Harry's  Conversation: Father, author, entrepreneur and executive coach David Taylor-Klaus discusses his new book, Mindset Mondays: 52 Ways to Rewire Your Thinking and Transform Your Life and how it DIRECTLY impacts parents. Just the Tip:  Best Nachos of your life!!! @justinodfw on Insta @dtkcoaching on Insta @harrys on In...

Episode notes: Cold open: Various stages of a family road trip Sponsor I wish I had: Bar Keepers Friend Conversation: Author Alyssa Westring discusses her book, Parents Who Lead  - What the book is about - Why write the book - How parents can incorporate it into everyday life Just the Tip: Toasting cinnamon sticks @justinodfw on Insta @alyssawestring on Insta Buy her book: alyssawestring.com @bark...

Episode notes: Cold open - Things we should be further along with in 2020 Sponsor I wish I had - Kodiak Cakes Interview with Ryan Critch: A great first date story Making time for marriage  21 Day Better Together Challenge Fatherhood through bankruptcy and addiction Put the kids to bed segment Just the tip - What knives you ACTUALLY need in your kitchen Music by purple-planet.com @justinodfw on Ins...

Today's episode: Cold open: Music through the years Sponsor I wish I had: Foodsaver vacuum sealers Discussion with Corey of Addison Pest Control How to select a good pest control company Home maintenance and pest control Tips for pest prevention Just the tip - Diatomaceous Earth @justinodfw addisonexterminating.com

Episode notes Cold open: Building out your family crest Sponsor I wish I had:  Ascent Protein Powder Buy here from my affiliate link: https://amzn.to/454YDGi Guest: Matt Balzola  Topics: Miscarriage at 13 weeks Having three kids Travel, travel, travel for work Being a triathlete A great spicy food story  Just the Tip: How to build a Charcuterie Board. Justin - @justinodfw on Insta Matt - @balzi101...

Today's episode: Guest - Nick Woodard, staff writer of Digitaltrends.com Building an outdoor theater for your backyard. Where to spend the money on outdoor audio. Where to spend the money on indoor audio. What to look for with indoor and outdoor tv's. What movie to watch to break in your new setup. @justinodfw on Insta @nwoodard25 on Twitter @digitalTrends on Twitter, Instagram https://w...

Today's episode: Things I thought would be a bigger deal when I was a kid Sponsor I wish I had: Pacifica Beauty underarm detox scrub and Native deodorant  Kaleigh's inspiration and passion for Lively Table Kaleigh's path to becoming a Registered Dietitian How to help your kids have a better relationship with food How to help yourself have a better relationship with food Who is allow...

Today's episode: Cold open - a funny golf story Sponsor I wish I had: Right Rice. @rightrice on Insta, rightrice.com Interview with Matt Karls:  Owning your own dental practice with your wife Reframing what a work week looks like Taking over the family business from your Dad Working with your wife - leave work at work Put the kids to bed rapid fire questions - let's just say Kanye makes...

Today's episode: In honor of the NBA playoffs... Special jersey for NBA Finals/Super Bowl/World Series/Stanley Cup Best NBA names of all time Best NBA jerseys of all time Old NBA VHS Highlight tapes @justinodfw on Instagram music by purple-planet.com

Today's episode:  Movies that were rated PG back in the day Sponsor I Wish I Had: Mack Weldon (men's basics) Growing up around the world and how that impacted Tony as a kid and adult/parent The challenges of raising a kid in a big city Just the Tip: How to put on eye cream Mack Weldon: men's basics @mackweldon on Instagram mackweldon.com Alinea Restaurant: alinearestaurant.com @alin...