House Calls the Podcast

Welcome back to House Calls the Podcast ! In this episode, Ti and Matt catch up with their longtime friend from camp, Cici Ducci. More than 30 years ago, Cici’s family moved from Washington, DC, to Chile, where her parents first met—and since then, her story has been anything but ordinary. Cici is a mother, grandmother, restaurateur, retired international banker, entrepreneur, and rock star. Be su...

Welcome to the Fourth of July episode of House Calls: The Podcast . This year, as our country marks its 250th anniversary, Ti and Matt are honoring the occasion by sitting down with two remarkable young Americans who chose service at just 17 years old. Joining us are Lila Waldron, who has just completed her second year at the U.S. Naval Academy, and Finnley Dancy, who recently wrapped up her first...

From Special Forces training to leading nature walks through Sherwood Forest, Billy Moulden has followed an inspiring path of service and leadership. In this episode of House Calls: The Podcast , we speak with Billy—a neighbor, teacher, camp director, and patriot—about the value of community, the importance of giving back, and the experiences that shaped his journey.

Welcome to this Father’s Day edition of House Calls . Today, we’re joined by KK Smith for a heartfelt conversation about the role fathers—both biological and chosen—play in shaping our lives. KK shares the story of losing her dad, Eric, to cancer in July 2024, and reflects on how she, her sister Avery, and their mom, Missy, have continued to carry his love, wisdom, and example with them every day....

To kick off our celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, House Calls the Podcast reunites the participants of Operation Rolling Thunder to reflect on their unforgettable cross-country road trip. Nearly 35 years ago to the day, five friends in two cars set out on an epic 11,939-mile journey over the course of nine weeks—an adventure that deepened their love of country and strengthened lifelong b...

In this engaging conversation, Matt gives Ti the space to share his insights on the intersection of medicine, politics, and personal values. Ti offers a unique perspective on the factor’s that those entering the medical field must think about before making the leap into med school. Specifically, the influence of one’s personality, their own political leanings and their chosen specialty.

Do you know the difference between a public school and a charter school? Neither did your hosts — at least not until they sat down with their friend Pat Crain, Assistant Superintendent of Anne Arundel County Public Schools.  In this conversation, Pat breaks down how students learn in different ways, why no single path fits everyone, and how a wide range of educational options can support every kin...

Nothing fancy. Just a couple of lucky guys talking about how grateful they are to have their Mom's!

Quick heads-up: yes, there’s a podcast called Conan Needs a Friend , where Conan chats with A‑list celebrities and tries to turn it into a real-life friendship. That is not what’s happening here. If anything, Ti and Matt have the opposite problem: they have too many friends—and frankly, you can’t just unleash all that social power on the public without some kind of permit. Case in point: today’s g...

On this episode of House Calls , Ti and Matt sit down with a familiar voice — former guest Tudor Francu, MD — to explore a deceptively simple question: What does “wellness” actually mean to each of us? Rather than offering a one‑size‑fits‑all definition, the three dig into the personal layers that shape their understanding of well‑being. They talk about how wellness isn’t just a checklist of habit...

On this episode, Ti and Matt hit “record” and let the conversation go wherever it wants—tackling some of today’s most controversial topics, including religion, taxes, and whether NFL head coaches would make better world leaders. It’s another bold example of the podcast’s willingness to push boundaries and risk being canceled… though in reality, it’s mostly Ti ranting (as usual). Have an idea or to...

On this episode, your hosts talk with “The Facilitator” Andrew Bing.  Ti and Matt track Andrew’s journey from growing up on the mean fields of Princeton, NJ, to a stint as a professional athlete, to helping take down drug cartels as an Assistant District Attorney in New York to bringing stakeholders together to get a consensus for building large state sponsored transportation projects, his journey...

This week, Ti and Matt take a winding road with their friend Ermis Sfakiyanudis — a serial entrepreneur and the CEO of Syndeos (ww.syndeos.ai), an AI company helping businesses keep their CRM data fresh and up to date. Ermis shares his journey from his family’s roots in Turkey, to Greece, Canada, and eventually the U.S., and how those experiences shaped who he is today. It’s a conversation about h...

This week on House Calls the Podcast, Ti and Matt dive into everything from the forgotten art of the handwritten thank-you note to the wild legend of a man who walked on his hands for over a mile. Along the way, they sit down with their friend Russ Gardner, who shares his remarkable journey from a carefree teen on the Severn River to a 17‑year‑old enlisting in the Navy during the Vietnam War. It’s...

This week Ti and Matt Just Hit Record to explore the mission of House Calls the Podcast – to remain authentic and highlight the good in the world.  They contrast this perspective with the darker themes often found in Academy Award nominated films and discuss why movies with negative themes frequently win for Best Picture.  If you have an idea for a guest or topic, please send us an email at housec...

This week we are kicking off a brand‑new series called “Just Hit Record,”  Don’t worry—your regularly scheduled random tangents is still here: unsolicited Rocky references, passionate rants about being a surgeon, and of course, the 1980s—because apparently, we’re legally required to bring them up in every episode. Sit back and enjoy the most popular podcast in the nation… according to absolutely n...

In their never-ending quest for knowledge, Ti and Matt reconnect with their childhood friend Denny O’Donovan to dig into the fast‑moving world of artificial intelligence. Denny—who founded ProfitComm in 1999, a vendor‑agnostic IT management firm—has always had a knack for spotting trends early, from break-dancing back in the day to embracing emerging technologies long before they hit the mainstrea...

This week, Ti and Matt speak with Dr. Morvarid (Mary) Yousefi, a physiatrist specializing in the non‑surgical management of musculoskeletal conditions. Their discussion explores her work with regenerative therapies, including prolotherapy and platelet‑rich plasma (PRP), and their applications in treating a range of orthopedic issues—not just those affecting professional athletes. Please like, subs...

Imagine waking up and realizing it was time for a massive lifestyle change. Losing weight—and keeping it off—is tough for anyone. It takes discipline, new habits, and a complete mindset shift. Now imagine taking full ownership of that journey… 👉 Losing nearly 120 lbs in just 11 months 👉 Doing it at only 17 years old That's exactly what Matt Markiewicz did. This week, Matt shares how he locked in...

This week Ti and Matt talk about the business side of being a physician in a private practice with Vivek Sood.  Vivek is a great example of someone who has been open to accepting new challenges that have come his way.   He came to the US at the age of 14 and followed his family's path into medicine.  Along the way he made many choices that exemplified the work/life balance that is paramount to him...

Are you curious about what your body can do? Maybe you think the best version of you is the old you?  This week Ti and Matt talk with Ryan Morrissey, founder of PEAK Custom Fitness Solutions, about his journey and making a plan with his clients to achieve their fitness goals.  Ryan and his team take a common sense approach and focus on building a solid base as you climb the mountain to your fitnes...

This week Ti and Matt speak with Nick Manis about his journey…so far! Nick is a walking billboard for the themes the guys like to discuss on the podcast.  Nick went from being injured and wanting to quit lacrosse to being the captain of the University of Maryland’s lacrosse team that won the national championship in 2017.  Using that same determination that he could do hard things; he went on to s...

This week, Ti and Matt sit down with real estate agent Blake Wood. While Blake is known for helping clients find their homes, his own journey to find his home (passion) is equally compelling. From driving across Australia to an unexpected meeting with his future wife in Italy—despite growing up just 45 minutes apart—Blake’s path has been anything but conventional. Supported by family and guided by...

This week’s guest is Del Ritchie, a lifelong sports enthusiast and respected local historian. At 90 years old, Del welcomed us to the iconic Ritchie Sports Bar, where we recorded this episode and explored his remarkable collection of memorabilia. His keepsakes—spanning over 600 Orioles games, 34 Masters Tournaments, and countless other events—are not mere displays, but cherished reminders of exper...

For a podcast that is focused on moving forward, this week is a curve ball as the guys take a look back at episodes 31 through 56.  Frankly not much has changed.  They are still mystified by the fact that they know these inspiring and passionate people, and are totally confused that people actually listen to this!  Seriously, we are grateful to the listeners and guests for building this community...