Beauty and The Beastmode

What's on the inside that you want? It's mental health awareness month. Jeff, Yaya, and the Professor discuss the impact of therapy on their personal lives.

Sometimes we set goals for ourselves and then BAM! life gets in the way and it's hard to get back on track. Well, on today's episode Big Jeff decides to get back on track. Yaya and our guest the Professor challenge Jeff to two months of an active lifestyle. Will Big Jeff accept? You'll have to listen to find out...

Big Jeff couldn't make it today but have no fret. We pulled the Professor out of our live studio audience to co-host. And we introduce the Professor's Points. Yaya and the Professor discuss the decline of social media and how much they both hate bikes...well at least Yaya hates bikes.

Jeff and Yaya dish out what might be the hugest dose of positivity to date. If you are looking to be catapulted into the next stratosphere of positivity then this is your episode. Jeff talks about how Dungeons and Dragons sparked the fire in his belly. Yaya talks about the pursuit to work in Major League Baseball. Listen to this episode if you are ready to take action or looking for ways to overco...

Jeff and Yaya are joined by a few BandBM favorites, the Professor and the Caterer.

Jeff and Yaya recap memorable moments from 2017. From heartfelt conversations, heated moments, funny antics and phenomenal guests, there was so much to celebrate about 2017.

Jeff and Yaya talk about how encouraged they are by the women that are stepping out against despicable men in positions of power. They invite Bryan the Professor to the discussion. Jeff talks about the struggle of performing a voiceover gig while stuck in traffic. Yaya's Beastmode moment is assisted by Marc Ecko. Jeff's Joint is a beautiful ode to all of the Superwomen out there. And, both Jeff an...

Jeff and Yaya invite a special guest to talk about how to dig your way out of negative spaces. Jeff talks about being reinvigorated at his job. Yaya talks about the power of positive intent. Special guest, Bryan talks about how to get over the obstructions that we are often faced with. Also, the entire crew reminisce on the eighties and talk about cheesy 80's movies and even play a guess the chees...

Yaya and Jeff talk about the personal impact of the devastation in Puerto Rico. Yaya talks about bottling up all of the goodness in the world. Jeff talks about his latest adventure: voiceover acting. Jeff gives us a sample of his voiceover skills by introducing Yaya's comedy to a non existent crowd (and thank goodness there was no crowd). Yaya's Beastmode moment is about common ground and Jeff's J...

Jeff and Yaya took a short vacation but are back in the saddle again. They run the race in this one catching up on Yaya's recent trip to Thailand, The Beauty and the Beastmode Comedy Show, Jeff's upcoming anniversary and so much more. The Beastmode Moment is all about character and Jeff's joint is a ska song...you read that correctly.

Jeff and Yaya talk about zen moments. What is the first thing that they think about when they wake up? How do they connect to what inspires them? Jeff catches us up with what's been happening in Casa de la Fremed. Yaya talks about opening up for Paul Rodriguez. Yaya tricks Jeff into doing the Beastmode Moment and Jeff's Joint brings it all Home.

Jeff and Yaya discuss the current state of their current state. Yeah, doesn't make sense to us either. Yaya invokes Jeff into a conversation about politics and Jeff obliges with a well thought out, inspiring and passionate message about hope. Jeff's Joint brings Yaya back to his childhood and Jeff ends on a Michael Jackson quote. Enjoy.

Jeff and Yaya recap all of the goodness in 2016. We talk about some of our favorite moments from 2016 and jump into our resolutions for 2017. We discuss the Beauty and the Beastmode 1 year anniversary Comedy show that will be happening in St. Augustine, FL on Feb 10. We finish up the episode with Yaya introducing the idea that good might be a little bit better than great. Jeff's joint is right on...

The first episode of 2017 kicks off with a quick Faces in the Crowd interview Peter-the guy that delivered our Chinese food. He gives everyone a shout out for the Chinese New Year. Jeff and I briefly discuss the path ahead for Beauty and the Beastmode.

On this episode we introduce you to the multitalented writer and actor Pete Cataldo. Pete is the creator of Daddy Mind Tricks blog and host of the Parental Advisory Podcast on iTunes. Pete's unique, humorous, and brave perspective on fatherhood and parenting is refreshing...and gives up hope that amidst all of the distractions of social media, the future doesn't seem so bad after all.

We speak with Dan Nevins about growing up in Maryland, joining the Army and his time in the reserves, how yoga changed his life as well as becoming a yoga instructor and creating Warrior Spirit Retreat. If you know Dan, Yaya and Big Jeff you know they like to have fun and laugh which they do this episode, but the conversation gets very real and the topics discussed are very important. From not kno...

During this episode we speak with Adam Silva about volunteering as a character development coach for young men, Adam's definition of "being a man", as well as the two words Adam feel's should never be spoken and much more.

Faces in the Crowd joint interview with Nick DiPalo and Charlie Immordino. Both Nick and Charlie were in New York City during the attacks on 9/11; Nick as an NYPD officer and Charlie as a stock trader, and these are there stories.

We sit down with Comedian...or comic, Will Blaylock. Will is a young up and coming Comedian from Jacksonville, FL. Lots of laughs were tossed around even some good ol' roasting of one another. Wills story is an inspirational one. "Drugs were more accessible than books." Will exclaims when speaking of his upbringing. Hold onto your seats and tuck the kids in this episode is definitely for adult ear...

We sat down with James Herrera former Olympic BMX Coach, Leadership Coach, Father, Adventure Enthusiast and Fitness Professional. James doesn't hold back when it comes to talking about how a not so great relationship with his Father ultimately led to him discovering his true passions. James shares fascinating stories about his time as an Olympic Coach, working with CEO's, and drops knowledge bombs...

We've got a new intro!!! If we are being honest then we can't turn a blind eye to the current state of our Nation. We discuss what it takes to be open enough to listen and understand another person's point of view. It starts with letting your guard down and actually wanting to listen to what someone else has to say. The Beastmode Moment is all about learning and Jeff's Joint sums up the episode qu...

Yaya and Jeff travel back in time. We talk about where we would go and who we would talk to if we had a time machine.

"Do you hear Jimmy? Are you listening to Jimmy?" The basis by which Adam Silva lives his life is the ability to love and be loved and commitment to a cause greater than oneself. To some, Adam Silva may be just another face in the crowd but to those that know him he is a Mentor, Coach, and Leader. We were absolutely fascinated with Adam's storytelling ability. His passion seeps through when he talk...

Jeff launched a social experiment on his Facebook page and the results are interesting to say the least. And then it gets deep when Jeff and Yaya discuss gun ownership.

Jeff and Yaya are joined by a Live Studio Audience. Friends join in on the podcast and topics include the unfortunate events in Orlando, Facebook Trolls, Social Media, and even Tupac and Biggie. This was a fun episode and it was great to include a few Beauty and the Beastmode Listeners. Knowledge Bombs were being dropped all podcast long. Also, pay close attention to a future college athlete and h...