Becoming Better Ancestors

Turns out the most powerful control system for your entire body is right under your nose, and I have leaned on it since I was a kid surviving high tension chaos. That simple practice carried me through years of management pressure and helped me show up calm, present, and useful when people needed me. If you are curious about how breath can steady the mind and reshape a life, the full episode is a...

Before I started dancing, I didn’t realize how much of myself I’d been holding back. Growing up, my father told me men don’t dance.  So I didn’t. Not for decades. After my divorce, I finally stepped onto a dance floor for the first time. And it changed everything. Dance helped me find confidence in my body again. It gave me friends who became family. It taught me how to connect with people, with p...

Wearing someone else’s brand doesn’t make you valuable. It makes you forget who you are. This episode dives into how brand worship creeps into our choices, our self-worth, and even our parenting. If you’ve ever felt pressure to prove something through what you own, this one will hit home. Find us wherever you listen to podcasts. ——— Follow us on all channel Website: https://teevee.mx Podcast: http...

Most people don’t take their health seriously until something breaks. For me, it was family loss, busted knees, and the creeping truth that this body won’t last forever. This episode is raw. It’s about walking when it hurts, running after surgery, and realizing that every part of your life depends on the body carrying it. Not a lecture. Just the truth from someone who’s been putting in the miles,...

I run a digital marketing agency. Social media is part of my job. And still, I went 26 days without scrolling. This episode unpacks what happened when I finally blocked the feeds, deleted the apps, and took my brain off the algorithm’s leash. No preachy vibes, just an honest look at how less input led to more clarity, better ideas, and a whole lot less emotional whiplash. If you’ve ever felt like...

If you don’t talk to people one-on-one, silence starts writing the script, and it usually gets the story wrong. Right after turning 50, I realized most family tension has nothing to do with what was actually said. It’s about everything we never had the guts to say.  In this episode, I unpack what that milestone cracked open for me, and why surface-level connection isn’t enough anymore.  It’s time...

Some of us grew up with yelling, silence, or just plain absence. And now we’re trying to build something better without a blueprint. In this episode, Brenda Siri and I talk about the quiet work of change. The kind that doesn’t make headlines but matters most. We get into how simple things like consistency, play, and presence can become generational repair tools.  It’s not about blame. It’s about w...

Most people never learn how to argue. They just repeat what they saw growing up, or avoid it altogether. In this episode, we talk about what it really means to fight fair, speak honestly, and stop letting little resentments pile up into relationship landmines.  If you’ve ever thought “this isn’t a big deal” while quietly stewing… yeah. It is. Let’s talk about it. --- Follow us on all channel Websi...

I was the kid drawing while everyone else played outside. Collecting bootleg tapes. Signing up for improv just because it felt right. In this episode, I talk about how being “weird” wasn’t a phase, it was the start of becoming myself. If you’ve ever felt different, good. That means you’re paying attention to what makes you you. --- Follow us on all channel Website: https://teevee.mx Podcast: https...

Before Anastacia packed her bags for another semester of college, we sat down to talk and hit record. She’s kicking off the term with exciting new classes, amazing new friends, and an internship that seemed too good to be true (and yes, it’s legit!).  As a father, hearing her share what she’s learning, who she’s meeting, and how she’s growing is the kind of moment I don’t want to miss. This episod...

 “I get to.” Three small words. One giant shift. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Arau shows how this mindset flips leadership from pressure to presence. It’s not about sugarcoating struggle, it’s about showing up with purpose. From the classroom to the boardroom, this reframe hits different. If your day’s been feeling like a to-do list with legs, this one’s for you. Tune in. Feel lighter. Lead better...

We were just sitting in the car, me and my daughter, talking about music. Then she played a song that quietly broke my heart. It told a story I never want to be part of. About a dad turned into a villain, not by truth but by pain and half truths.  That moment made me realize how easy it is to get erased. How fast someone’s story becomes your legacy, even if it’s not real. This one’s about breaking...

What if your kids actually loved their last name? Pretty wild idea, right? I didn't like my family name when I was young, and neither did my friends. So when I became a dad, I decided to change that game completely! When my daughter Anastacia came home for spring break, I thought, "Perfect timing!" and got her to spill all our family secrets. Trust me, they're pretty funny ones...

While getting my haircut the other day, my stylist asked me, "Are you the jealous type?"  It got me thinking about how jealousy often stems from insecurity in relationships.  Honestly, if you trust your partner, there's no need for jealousy—it just wastes time and energy. Building a solid connection requires complete trust. If it’s missing, it might be time to reassess things. --- 0...

Creating a legacy that my grandkids will be proud of has always been my life's passion, and those who've followed my journey know how deeply I care about this. That's why I'm thrilled to announce our rebrand to "Becoming Better Ancestors"!  With personal growth stories, conversations with my daughters and fiancée, and documented moments I wish my own grandparents had...

In this episode of The Teevee Show Podcast, I’m diving into a topic we often avoid: the art of saying "no."  Many of us struggle with the discomfort of rejecting requests, whether it's from friends, family, or colleagues. I’ll share insights on why setting boundaries is so important and how it can actually be liberating.  Join me as we explore the reasons behind our hesitation to sa...

You know how we think the worry stops once our kids grow up? Spoiler alert: it doesn't. In this episode, I dive into my own experiences as a dad to adult daughters and even a grandpa. From tracking my kid's car during a storm to learning when to step back, I'm sharing it all. If you've ever felt like parenting is a rollercoaster that never ends, give this one a listen. I promis...

Just wrapped up a new episode of The Teevee Show Podcast about something that's been on my mind lately. Ever notice how relationships can slip away as we get older? It's happened with some of my own family and friends, and I wanted to do something about it. In this episode, I share how I've been working on keeping my connections strong, especially with my daughters, sisters, and clo...

A $50 Christmas experiment transformed how my daughters understand money, extending far beyond the holidays. I just had to be willing to look like a Grinch in the process. What began as a simple lesson in a moment of desperation, evolved into a profound grasp of financial value, influencing their daily decisions. In this Teevee Show Podcast episode, discover how this straightforward idea not only...

Leading up to the birth of my first daughter, I felt the weight of responsibility and the pressure to grow up. I was just a clueless, lost kid and now I had a kid. Somehow, I had to figure it out. Here we are, 22 years later. But how? I took fatherhood seriously. Dead serious. I even served as PTA president for a year. Yeah, that’s pretty serious. In my latest video, I share the journey of becomin...

Get ready for a captivating episode of The Teevee Show Podcast, where I dive deep into a heartfelt and humorous conversation with my lovely daughter, Fe!  Together, we navigate the wild journey of her new life as a mom—trust me, there are plenty of laughs and a few tantrums (mostly hers, just kidding!). We not only share our thoughts on the ups and downs of parenting but also how our relationships...

Hey friends! In this episode of The Teevee Show Podcast, I sit down with my daughter Anastacia for a cozy and candid chat about her college adventures. We dive into everything from her initial fears and challenges to the unexpected joys of learning Python and grappling with complex math problems.  It’s not just about academics, though; Anastacia opens up about finding her tribe and how distance ma...

Hey there, Friends! Tune in to this episode of The Teevee Show Podcast where my friend Chris and I dive into our personal dance adventures. From tripping over our insecurities to discovering the incredible community that dance cultivates, we explore how busting a move can open up your world.  Whether you’re a dance floor veteran or someone with two left feet, this episode promises to twirl you rig...

Hey everyone, it's Teevee from The Teevee Show Podcast!  This episode is a special one where I open up about the highs and lows of my podcasting journey this year, including some unexpected challenges and amazing personal milestones.  I'm excited to dive into personal development, share insights on fatherhood and manhood, and introduce you to the incredible humans in my life, including m...

In this episode of The Teevee Show Podcast, I sit down, again, with my good friend Christopher Sam to dive deep into the art of effective communication. We tackle questions like how to know when you're communicating effectively and the importance of active listening.  We also explore the role of fun and play in keeping conversations and relationships engaging. Whether it's through surpri...