Gordo Gone Wild

Daniel Day-Lewis came out of retirement (again!) for Anemone, and we’re asking the question no one can seem to agree on: is this his best performance since There Will Be Blood… or should he have stayed in his cobbler era? I'm breaking down the movie, the madness, and the method — with a few tangents along the way, obviously. Expect hot takes, accidental insights, and a healthy amount of DDL wo...

I did it again, I ran another triathlon! A year after my first race (and just months after a marathon), I laced up for round two. In this episode, I reflect on:- What it’s like returning to triathlon after a full year away- How marathon training shaped my swim, bike, and run- The mindset shift that helps me enjoy fitness without obsessing over the scale- Why I see my body as good — a gift worth ca...

Struggling to stay on top of your money? You’re not alone—and the best place to start is with a simple personal budget. In this episode, I'll walk through why having a budget is essential for financial freedom and how to set one up without getting overwhelmed. A budget isn’t about restricting yourself, it’s about giving every dollar a purpose so you can save, spend, and invest with confidence....

Do you really need a will? The short answer is yes—and in this episode, we’ll break down exactly why. Having a will isn’t just for the wealthy or elderly. Whether you own a home, have kids, or simply want to make sure your money and belongings go where you want them to, a will is one of the most important personal finance tools you can put in place. In this episode, we’ll cover:Why a will is essen...

Most people hate thinking about insurance and I get it. It’s not sexyIt’s not fun And it usually feels like money disappearing from your bank account. But as an average guy with a family and responsibilities, I had to figure out: What kind of insurance actually matters for me? In this episode I break down why I personally chose to carry life insurance, critical illness insurance, and long-term dis...

I’m an average guy, but somehow I keep signing up for endurance races.✅ Sept 2024: Triathlon✅ May 2025: Marathon✅ Sept 2025: Another Triathlon🚀 2026 and beyond: Who knows? In this episode, I talk about triathlons vs marathons — which ones are more fun, which are harder, and what keeps me coming back. I also share why movement matters, how fitness connects to the gift of our bodies, and what th...

Denis Villeneuve is one of the most visionary directors alive — from Prisoners and Arrival to Blade Runner 2049 and the Dune saga. Yet somehow, the Oscars keep leaving him off the Best Director and Best Picture ballots. In this episode, we unpack the history of Denis Villeneuve’s Oscar snubs, what it reveals about the Academy, and why his filmmaking deserves far more recognition. 📽 Films discussed...

Christmas Eve was a while ago (SUBSCRIBE)annnnnnnnd I went to a Christmas Eve ServiceIf you've listened before then you know a bit about my faithand why going to a 'church' service may be counterproductive, counterintuitive, countergordo?but what can I say - from time to time i like stepping in the doors of a christian institution and its servicehear my thoughts here and what I experie...

Better Call Saul is better than breaking bad! (Subscribe!) Or is it? It IS a masterclass in television: writing = off the charts acting = off the charts characters = off the charts cinematography = off the charts and does this all make it better than breaking bad? Let me tell you what i think, here! Today!  This episode brought you by: GORDOOOOOOOOO

CHURCH. Christianity. Do they go together? Are they at odds? I talk why I'm a full christian (a super christian if you will) and I don't attend services held by corporations that call themselves church. Expect to hear lots of rattling on about why Christianity = good and church = ...? Hi everyone i'm gordo.  No ads! Forever! or until someone offers me enough money to stop saying i'll never have ad...

Is Better Call Saul better than Breaking Bad? Better Call Saul is the hit spin off from Breaking Bad, which looks at Saul Goodman's life before, during, and after Breaking Bad. And its a master class in story telling, writing, cinematography, and acting. I'm currently in season 6 of the entire series. Listen to find out if this show is ACTUALLY better than Breaking Bad! This show brought t...

I’m not even kidding - I read absolutely ALL of Frank Herbert’s Magnus Opum Dune novels. All SIX of them.  I know what you’re thinking: “What? Gordo can read?” “This guy read even 1 book?” “Why am I watching this right now?” And despite the hurtful rhetoric, yes, I can read, and yes, I read these books.  Hear my thoughts here and unedited.  Why do I like/love dune? When I was a kid, my mom said “h...

I hate horror movies. Maybe hate is strong. I don't really like 'em However I wanted to see Alien: Romulus due to my love of the Alien movies going back to my childhood And I wanted to see Speak No Evil due to my unending love of James McAvoy Both movies...I won't spoil the podcast. But get my thoughts HERE! and UNFILTERED! Expect to learn lots about me, and my thoughts on these two movies over th...

(plz subscribe) I did a Triathlon. Listen to me discuss what actually happened day of the race. Did I exceed expectations? Did I come close to being cut off? Did everyone finish before me? Did I puke? Expect to hear how one average guy signed up and tried doing a Triathlon with no prior experience, and whether that can inspire you to find something hard to try for the first time. Worst Case Scenar...

Triathlon - why do one? They are exhausting, time-consuming, and stressful. Hopefully, they're also amazing. In this ep, your trusty host GORDO talks about why he is doing a Triathlon - with absolutely no experience of any kind in endurance sports. He's never even run a 5k before. He'll walk you through the process of WHY he signed up, HOW he's preparing, and WHAT he's expecting ahead of it. Stay...

Deadpool and Wolverine is the biggest movie of the summer And I WATCHED IT Catch all of my insights, thoughts, and reviews here, at my podcast! Who’s Gordo? Gordo is a person born in a town that exists within a country. He is sure to provide hours of content that will stimulate your middle-frontal-rear cortex that allows you to growth-hack your everyday life in a multitude of ways.  On this podcas...

Food, Fitness, and body image have been constant theme's in my life Sometimes too much Sometimes too little And recently, at the most healthy in my entire life. In this episode I talk about the history of my relationships with my body, food, and fitness, and how its progressed to where it is now. If you've felt shame, defeat, and lost with any of these topics, this episode is for you. Spon...

I hate rides. What do I hate more? Being scared of rides. Hi I'm Gordo, and last month I made myself go on a bunch of scary rides at Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay because I don't like to let my fear keep me from doing stuff. I talk about why I did it, how it impacts me and those around me, and specific tools, both in the moment and away from the scary things that help me overcome my fears. Sp...

The Dune novels have been around for decades. I'm finally reading them. And they are producing: -confusion -humour -intrigue -delight -and insights God Emperor of Dune is the most different Dune novel I've read to date - and something about it REALLY hit me. I discuss it here. Gordo and the F-words brought to you by: NO ONE Just me! I record and make this podcast for free and bring it to y...

I went to an easter sunday service aFter Five years. Listen to my thoughts on Faith and what it was like being back. This is a big deal because pre-Covid I hadn't missed an easter sunday service in over a decade Interested in topics that start with F? Subscribe to hear about FILMS, FINANCE, FAITH, FRIENDS, FAMILY, FERTILITY, AND FUN