Maxwell's Kitchen

Ever think about how you only get around 80 of any given day in your lifetime? Eighty birthdays, eighty Christmases, eighty Fourths of July — give or take. How many do you actually remember? Some stand out for good reasons, some for bad, and most just blur together. What makes a day stick in your mind? Is it the people you were with? What happened? Or just how you felt? As you get older, do holida...

This Oʻahu travel guide loops you around the island from Honolulu and Waikiki to Hawaiʻi Kai, Koko Head, Hālona Blowhole, Makapuʻu, Lanikai, the Koʻolau range, Haleʻiwa, Waimea Bay, and a quiet North Shore beach with turtles. It’s part history lesson, part road trip, and part “how to actually see the good stuff” on a short visit. Oʻahu Highlights Itinerary Land at Daniel K. Inouye International Ai...

24 hours in Skiathos, Greece. Beach hopping, Skiathos Town, Koukounaries, and the simple logistics that make this island way easier than it looks. Skiathos is compact, insanely scenic, and basically built for a low-stress Greek island day. This is the fast version - where to stay, what to eat, how the bus system works, and what’s actually worth your time if you’ve only got one day. The One-Day Iti...

Santorini in one day. Best things to do, how to get around, and where to watch sunset in Oia. Quick stops you can actually fit in 24 hours. Exploring the island of Santorini, Greece, is an enchanting experience that harmoniously blends stunning landscapes with rich cultural history. After a short flight from Athens, you’re welcomed by towering cliffs, sparkling azure waters, and picturesque villag...

Once a week I'll pick a topic and run thru ideas about it for a few minutes... Jump into the comments and tell me what your side of the story is all about. This episode is about whether or not life has gotten easier over the centuries. We have more technology to help us, but is it helping or harming compared to our ancestors? Opening song “Chiptune Fighter" written by SCOREWIZARDS. All production...

24 hours in Capri, Italy. Ferry from Naples, Marina Grande, the funicular, Piazza Umberto, and one of the most beautiful day trips you can do in southern Italy. Capri does not feel real. It feels like somebody built a luxury dream sequence in the middle of the sea and then let tourists loose on it. This is the fast version - how to get there, how to get around, where to eat, and what’s actually wo...

Once a week I'll pick a topic and run thru ideas about it for a few minutes... Jump into the comments and tell me what your side of the story is all about. This episode is about Taylor Swift, Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, and the state of the United States with the upcoming Election 2024. Opening song “Chiptune Fighter" written by SCOREWIZARDS. All production by Cody Maxwell. Artwork by Cody Maxwel...

Once a week I'll pick a topic and run thru ideas about it for a few minutes... Jump into the comments and tell me what your side of the story is all about. This episode is about where ideas come from, and whether real life is better than the imaginary. All production by Cody Maxwell. Artwork by Cody Maxwell. Opening graphic assets by BoxOfMotion. Maps by Google Earth. sharkfyn.com maxwellskitchenp...

Ferry from Naples, Ischia Porto, Via Roma, the Aragonese Castle, and one of the most beautiful island stops in southern Italy. Ischia feels like the Capri that somehow stayed a little more grounded. It’s volcanic, lush, crowded in summer, and ridiculously beautiful. This is the fast version: how to get there, where to stay, what to eat, and what’s actually worth your time if you’ve only got one da...

Once a week I'll pick a topic and run thru ideas about it for a few minutes... Jump into the comments and tell me what your side of the story is all about. This episode is about going back to school, Labor Day, popsicles, and everything in-between. All production by Cody Maxwell. Artwork by Cody Maxwell. Opening graphic assets by BoxOfMotion. Maps by Google Earth. sharkfyn.com maxwellskitchenpodca...

Valletta, Malta in 24 hours. If you’re planning a one-day stop in Valletta, this episode covers how to get there from Malta International Airport, what the city feels like, where to eat, what to see, and what’s actually worth your time. I walk through Valletta’s old stone streets, harbor views, Upper and Lower Barrakka Gardens, local food, Cisk beer, and whether one day in Malta’s capital is enoug...

Once a week I'll pick a topic and run thru ideas about it for a few minutes... Jump into the comments and tell me what your side of the story is all about. This episode is about competing with yourself, and trying to develop strong daily habits . Comparison can kill momentum, but self-competition fuels consistent growth. When you measure progress against your past self—not someone else's highlight...

Andrea Love is a PsychoSpiritual Practitioner devoted to the sacred journey of soul liberation, embodiment, and the reclamation of authentic self-love. She compassionately guides women to their inner wisdom through a harmonious blend of modern and ancient practices, developing a bond that withstands life’s challenges. With a profound understanding of trauma psychology and psychic connection, Andre...

Once a week I'll pick a topic and run thru ideas about it for a few minutes... Jump into the comments and tell me what your side of the story is all about. This episode is about the first kiss. Neighborhood kids, kick-the-can, winter sledding, movie theaters, and making out. Opening song “Chiptune Fighter" written by SCOREWIZARDS. All production by Cody Maxwell. Artwork by Cody Maxwell. Opening gr...

Once a week I'll pick a topic and run thru ideas about it for a few minutes... Jump into the comments and tell me what your side of the story is all about. This episode is about money - how you can be born into or not, finding your value, spending habits, and rationalizing purchases. Opening song “Chiptune Fighter" written by SCOREWIZARDS. All production by Cody Maxwell. Artwork by Cody Maxwell. O...

Menorca, Spain in 24 hours. In this episode, I get into what Menorca feels like on a short stop, how close Mahón is to the airport, whether Es Castell is a good place to stay, and why this quieter Balearic island is probably worth more than just one day. I walk the harbor, the old streets of Mahón, talk about food on the port, and explain why Menorca feels less famous than Mallorca or Ibiza but st...

The Beatles’ “Blackbird” sounds simple until you sit down with a guitar and realize Paul McCartney is doing something kind of ridiculous. In this episode, I break down why “Blackbird” works, how it fits into The Beatles’ self-titled 1968 album, commonly known as The White Album, and why a quiet acoustic song with voice, guitar, foot tapping, and a few bird sounds can still feel enormous. I also ge...

Austin, Texas for comedy fans. In this episode, I get into a little Austin history, why the city has grown so fast, and why it has turned into such a big destination for stand-up. I went for two reasons: barbecue and comedy. Most of this episode focuses on the Comedy Mothership, what it’s like inside the club, open mic night in Little Boy, and seeing Kill Tony live in Fat Man. If you’re thinking a...

Tenacious D’s “Fuck Her Gently” is ridiculous, hilarious, strangely sweet, and somehow a genuinely well-written acoustic comedy song. In this episode, I break down why the song works, how Jack Black and Kyle Gass built Tenacious D’s mix of comedy and musicianship, and why a track that sounds like a dirty joke still has real structure, melody, strings, harmony, and a weird amount of emotional commi...

Kauai, Hawaii travel guide. In this episode, I get into what makes Kauai such a unique island, from its volcanic landscape and wild north shore to Princeville, Hanalei, beaches, hikes, and some of the movie locations filmed there. I was there for a few days, and this is a fast look at what the island feels like, what’s worth seeing, and why Kauai is such a great place if you like nature, driving a...

Berlin is not a casual little sightseeing snack. It is one of the most historically heavy cities I have ever walked through. In this episode, I spend 24 hours in Berlin, Germany, walking through Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, the Führer Bunker area, Berlin Wall markers, Checkpoint Charlie, and a few extremely important German food groups: beer, pretze...

Split, Croatia was never really on my radar until a few years ago, and yeah, part of that was probably Game of Thrones. But once you get there, it makes sense immediately. In this episode, I spend 24 hours in Split, walking through Old Town, Diocletian’s Palace, the waterfront, and Marjan Hill. I also get into how to get from Split Airport to the city center, why staying near Old Town makes the tr...

Cinque Terre is one of those places that almost looks fake. Five villages built into the cliffs, trains running through the mountains, boats in the water, pastel buildings stacked on top of each other, and tourists absolutely everywhere because apparently everybody else also saw the same pictures. In this episode, I spend a fast 24-hour style stop in Cinque Terre, starting in Monterosso al Mare, h...

Finale Ligure in 24 hours (Finalmarina, Finalpia, Finalborgo). A travel guide on transportation, lodging, and food on the Italian Riviera. Finale Ligure is a coastal community made up of three communes, and it’s a more relaxed, working-class counterpoint to the Monaco/Nice extravagance. I came in expecting quaint seaside village vibes, got a brutally hot, packed beach day… then Finalborgo (the med...

Monaco in 24 hours. Train from Nice, the tunnel exit jaw-drop moment, Solarium Beach, Monaco-Ville (The Rock), Monte Carlo, and a waterfront pizza that had no business being that good. Monaco is a sovereign city-state on the French Riviera, and it’s basically a real-life cheat code - tiny, spotless, and insanely beautiful. The train from Nice was chaos, but the second you step into the sunlight in...