Humanity and Hashtags

In this episode, I sit down with Robert LoCascio , technology entrepreneur, founder of Uare.ai , and founder of LivePerson , one of the companies that helped pioneer online messaging and conversational AI. After spending nearly three decades building technology that changed how businesses communicate, Robert is now focused on something even more ambitious: helping people create and own a personal...

In this episode, I sit down with Nova Jay , a stay-at-home dad, dance instructor, and lifelong performer, to talk about the realities of modern parenting and how fatherhood completely changed his perspective on life. After years dedicated to dance and performance, Nova found himself stepping into a new role: a full-time parent?! What started as a practical family decision quickly became a journey...

In this episode, I sit down with Graham Martin, a dad and entrepreneur who recently launched OUR HEY DAY, a new family-focused marketplace designed to better serve parents and households. We talk about what inspired Graham to build a business centered around families, the gaps he saw in the current market, and why modern parenting often feels more complicated than it should. This conversation expl...

In this episode, I sit down with Zack Peter, host of No Filter with Zack Peter , a Top 10 podcast on Spotify and Apple that covers the latest in pop culture, celebrity news, and entertainment. Zack has built his platform from an independent podcast into a full media brand — including a growing YouTube channel, a popular social media account. We talk about what it really takes to build influence in...

In this episode, I sit down with Elliott Caldwell, a serial entrepreneur who has built 13 businesses — 7 of them generating 7-figure profits annually — and a podcast host focused on teaching entrepreneurship, systems, and scalable growth. We break down what it actually takes to build multiple successful companies, the mindset required to operate at a high level, and why most entrepreneurs struggle...

In this episode, I sit down with Adrian Luna — also known as @hardciderguy — a certified pommelier, Licensed Educator with the American Cider Association, and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt. Adrian has built a unique career around craft cider, education, and culture, but his story goes far beyond that. We talk about his journey in the world of hard cider, what it means to be a certified pommelie...

In this episode, I sit down with Brent Dowlen, a men’s relationship and personal development coach, speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the Driven 2 Thrive Broadcast and Dad Hat Shenanigans . Brent is the founder of The Fallible Man , a platform dedicated to helping men become more intentional husbands, present fathers, and purpose-driven leaders — without pretending to be perfect. We dive into a w...

In this episode, I sit down with Rebecca Morrison, author of the upcoming middle-grade novel The Blue Dress , releasing in March 2026. Rebecca’s book is a deeply personal coming-of-age story inspired by her own childhood, exploring themes of body image, disordered eating, family dynamics, and what it means to grow up as an Iranian-American immigrant. We dive into the emotional realities behind the...

In this episode, I sit down with Erica Jones, wellness strategist, entrepreneur, homeschooling mom of four, and co-founder of Elevays. Erica works with high performers to help them build sustainable health systems that fuel energy, productivity, and longevity — without sacrificing success. As someone who understands the pressure of entrepreneurship and family life firsthand, Erica believes most po...

In this episode, I sit down with John Kammer, founder and CEO of Guardian AIngels, an AI-powered grief support and reflective journaling platform designed to help people process traumatic loss in a safe and structured way. After experiencing the loss of several close friends, John began documenting something many people quietly experience — the emotional gaps that exist between therapy sessions. T...

In this episode, I sit down with Andres Ayesta, a Registered Dietitian and fat loss coach who has helped over 600 men and women — especially those 35+ years old — build sustainable systems for long-term health and weight loss. We talk about what really changes after 30 when it comes to metabolism, hormones, energy, and recovery — and why most traditional diet advice simply doesn’t work anymore. Bu...

In this episode, I sit down with Margherita Gismondi — an Italian-Venezuelan influencer and mother — to talk honestly about what it’s like living in the United States as an immigrant, raising kids here, and navigating today’s intense political and cultural climate. We compare the experience of being an immigrant versus a U.S. citizen, the cultural shock that comes with raising children in America,...

In this episode, I sit down with Devin McGovern — a former producer turned dad content creator — to talk honestly about fatherhood, parenting expectations, and what it’s really like to share dad life online. We dive into the pros and cons of becoming a parent, how fatherhood changes your identity, and the unique challenges that come with being a dad in the age of social media. In this conversation...

In this episode, I sit down with Jon Fogel, author and creator of the viral parenting platform @wholeparent, to talk about what it really takes to raise kids in today’s world — and how parenting needs to change as we head into 2026. We unpack the realities of modern parenting, the impact of social media and screen time on kids, and the pressure parents feel trying to do everything right in a digit...

In this episode, I sit down with Whitney Caskey, who appeared in the HBO Max series Somewhat Familiar and served as the surrogate for the show’s host, Pedro Andrade. We have an honest, unfiltered conversation about what it’s really like to be on the surrogacy side of the journey — emotionally, physically, and mentally. Whitney opens up about the realities of carrying a child for someone else, the...

Other Videos For Dads: 👨🏻‍💻5 Side Hustles For Dads - https://youtu.be/ZRMn2KROe48 👨🏻‍💻For Stay At Home Dads - https://youtu.be/yeoMogB9w_4 Being a 40-year-old dad in 2025 is NOT the same job our dads had in 1995… and the numbers prove it. Today I’m breaking down the real cost of being a modern parent — housing, tech, entertainment, income, and why everything feels harder today even though we...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Will Tuttle, former Zen monk, spiritual teacher, and bestselling author of The World Peace Diet . We explore what ancient wisdom traditions can teach us about the modern world — and why so many people today feel distracted, disconnected, and unfulfilled. Dr. Tuttle shares insights from his years as a monk, his deep study of spirituality, and his observations of...

In this episode, I asked AI how to raise my kid — and the answers opened up a deep conversation about the future of parenting. We dive into the dangers of social media, the impact of screen time, why kids spend less time outdoors, and how technology is shaping childhood in ways we’ve never seen before... In this episode, we discuss: 🔥 The dangers of social media and early screen exposure 🔥 How t...

In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Speer — award-winning author and expert on kids, teens, and the social challenges of growing up. With books that blend social science, real-life stories, and fun activities, Jessica has become a trusted voice for parents navigating the messy, confusing, and rapidly changing world of childhood and adolescence. We talk about what it really means to raise kids...

In this episode, Tony sits down with Pedro Andrade — journalist, show host, and now the star of the new HBO Max series “Somewhat Familiar” with Pedro Andrade . He dives deep into his emotional and inspiring journey toward fatherhood , the challenges of starting a family with his husband, and what it meant to navigate the complex world of LGBTQ+ parenting , surrogacy , and the highs and lows that c...

In this episode, Tony sits down with Udo Erasmus — the world-renowned health educator, bestselling author, and creator of the healthy fats movement , including the first-ever method for producing fresh, unprocessed Flax Seed Oil . As the co-founder of Udo’s Choice , Udo has helped millions rethink nutrition, gut health, inflammation, and how to properly use essential fatty acids for total-body wel...

This episode Tony chats with Founder of ONE POST, a new social media platform that’s rethinking how we consume content. The algorithm is dead, this is interest-based content. Organic reach, peer-to-peer sharing, hashtag discover. All the stuff we like about social media without the ads and algorithm. Bold idea, maybe? But what do we have to lose. Check out ONE POST here and be the first to try the...

This episode Tony chats with Josee Trembley who’s a trailblazing leader and a dynamic force in the world of STEM (Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). She is the author of the Amazon #1 Best Seller, US and Yet and Yet, a powerful book on how to rise beyond traditional roles at home and at work. Love and quality relationships are foundational in a life architecture that supports succ...

This episode Tony chats with Danielle Forsgen, originally raised in a theatrical family in London and San Diego, she traveled across 60 countries as an entertainer before moving into teaching and entrepreneurship. Follow the companies journey at https://avacen.com

This episode Tony chats with Jonathan Wisniewski, an old friend that haven’t been seeing eye to eye lately. They got together to discuss everything from politics, the division in this country, using social media and a lot more. This could be a triggering episode but an important one, as we work to find middle ground in these topics. You can also follow Jonathan on FB/IG: https://www.instagram.com/...