Life to the Max Podcast

Max's battalion chief commander, Kurt Smith, has recently retired from the military. Whilst living in Florida, Colonel Smith tells us about his experience beginning a thrilling new hobby... Spear fishing! Listen to Kurt tell his new adventures in the ocean living Life to the Max!

We decided to recruit a couple of retired guys from the army to tell the QuadFather about their personal experiences throughout their service. Edwin and Sean served together for a long time. Listen to their stories from dealing with all the bullshit during basic training, to the craziest moments serving in Iraq. 

Max almost lost his life about a month ago, but you can't knock the QuadFather down that easy! After being hospitalized for a very long fifteen days, Max comes back onto "Life to the Max" stronger than ever ready to share his story on overcoming his recent obstacle. Getting reminded that the future isn't always promised, Max strongly emphasizes the importance of living life to...

We all go through our troublesome moments throughout our childhood as we grow older. Dominick really sets the high score! Listen to his childhood stories filled with mischief and roguery whilst  growing up in the streets of Chicago.  

Antoine joins us once again since his last appearance on episode five. Antoine expresses going through a dark time in his life and how he took the necessary steps to get back on track. Topics about financial awareness and life choices, Antoine provides advice from experience when it comes to career choices  and what you love to do during difficult transitional phases.  About thirty minutes into th...

Good morning family! Max is definitely not a morning person, but he got out of bed for this one! Chris and Everett join us on this episode to inform us on what it is like to work on the railroad. From the long hours, being away from home, and the high risk of fatalities they deal with on a daily basis. Whether its cars getting struck by the train, bicyclists, or people committing suicide.. listen...

Tyler detailed the interior of my vehicle. When he was finished, we decided to bring him on the podcast after we paid this man his money for a superb job.  Unexpected and unplanned, Tyler tells us stories throughout his rollercoaster ride of a relationship after hooking up with his ex girlfriend's... MOTHER!

Let's go scuba diving in the deepest darkest and coldest depths of toxic relationships. Fully explaining how surviving through trauma only builds strength and character. Devan bares her testimony enduring domestic abuse and manipulative significant others for many years. Living life o the max isn't always about the best moment in our lives, but also the hardest battles we've ever fo...

Hey Siri, whats the definition of a Simp?! Let's dive into the current dating world on todays episode of Life to the Max. defining the difference between a simp and an alpha male in today's society. In addition to discussions on how men and women portray themselves on social media. 

Kris Leshaun was born into a lifestyle surrounded by hiphop and artists within the industry. Listen to this lyricist's story on how he was spitting bars ever since he was a child. While perfecting his craft through his teenage years, Kris booked a oneway flight to Cali and embarked on his musical adventure as soon as he graduated high school. 

Chuck joins us today and tells his story on how he became paralyzed. After surviving a brutal accident, Chuck explains how he overcame mental and physical obstacles, and how he found himself winning multiple medals in paralympic games! 

In conclusion to Colonel Smith's powerful trilogy on Life to the Max, we dive into the psychological side of things and how Colonel Smith decided to train his troops an entirely different way from what he was introduced. Reflecting on many experiences he's been through and how to really solve problems and conflicts within countries today. 

Colonel Smith is continuing his stories from the last episode about getting into the military. Transitioning to subjects ranging from Operation Dessert Storm, Black Hawk Down, Delta Force, and going through one of the scariest moments of his life. 

Retired Lieutenant Colonel Smith speaks on his origin stories joining the military back in 1987. From getting hazed by his superiors, to training soldiers himself. Listen to Colonel Smith tell his story before becoming a decorated soldier. 

The title on this episode says it all. Life to the Max is about living life to the fullest even when it's raining BULLSHIT. We all know what those days are like. Listen to us tell our stories about our terrible, horrible, no good, very bad days.

Last week a man pulled a gun out during Mike Tysons meet and greet. Everyone panics besides Mike Tyson. In Fact, Mike Tyson responds by giving the gunman a hug and ultimately diffuses the situation.  On this episode we discuss what happened in that video and how Mike Tyson has evolved with age. We talk about toxic traits we have within ourselves and how we can work on it.  Living life to the max i...

The last episode has sparked a certain type of reaction out of Deji. Rushing on the microphone, not wasting any time, Deji had a few things to get off his chest in regards to the last podcast we had about women.   

We ask Max what his opinion of a perfect wife would be for him.  Discussing further on marriage and divorce including the roles that are played when it comes to men and woman. How women easily win wars in court over child support, alimony, and how it can completely crush the man in the marriage. Most importantly we converse on  choosing the right kind of woman to be your wife.  What are the ultima...

The QuadFather's father, Tom, and his uncle, Phillip join us on this very special episode. Reminiscing on their childhood as they traveled from country to country. Reflecting on their upbringing amidst a number of different cultures. Throughout the years of constant relocating, listen to how Tom ends up settling in the suburbs of Chicago, while his little brother settles in Germany.  Follow u...

Kameron tells his vast experiences traveling all across the world. Visiting an impressive number of countries from partying to participating in charity work. Kameron explains the impact and life lessons he's gained from Traveling to the Max!

Christian paints a picture from his perspective on what it was like growing up in the city of Chicago. This philosopher from the windy city explains the ugly and the beautiful aspects of every day life. Shedding light on major turning points in his life that pushed him in the right direction, while painting the dark experiences in his life that contributed to making him who he is today.  Fast mone...

Different strokes for different folks, but what is the best strategy to take a woman back to your bedroom??? Deji and John discuss their techniques when it comes to the opposite sex. Sharing the best and most terrible moments in the bedroom, and simultaneously trying to give the best advice to anyone that needs it. Happy valentines day! Let's talk about love and lust! 

Elias enters the room playing the saxophone like a boss! Take a journey with us on an insane ride growing up in Brazil. From purchasing drugs, getting married, living rich, getting robbed, becoming poor, and getting divorced. Elias shows us what it's like livin' Life to the Max in another country before coming to America. 

Bill looks like the type of barber that cuts your hair with one hand, and curls a sixty pound dumbbell with the other. Ten reps of an isolated shoulder press while he lines you up.  This episode emphasizes the importance of your physical health and how it positively reflects on many other aspects in your life.  Daniel arrives with a tablespoon of tardiness and explains how he lacks on the physical...

Its a party! Introducing: Deji, going four years strong with his "Suburban Kings" Podcast, Doubleontendre, a talented rap artist with music streaming on all platforms,  and Antwoine, a wise, comedic, and intellectual individual with a voice that sounds like god accidentally put too much of Dave Chappelle's genes into the pot.  Listen to the five of us dive into many of the social pr...