Mind of the Messiah

Hey gang! Welcome back to another segment of, Footprints and Photographs. It has been a while, seemingly forever, that we've been able to get on the road for an adventure. That wasn't the case this past weekend! We got the opportunity to spend our Saturday in Milwaukee. A co-worker of mine got us tickets to see a Milwaukee Admirals hockey game. The cherry on top was a live performance by Dropkick...

Today's Quote: "Blessed are they who see beautiful things in humble places where other people see nothing." - Camille Pissarro

"We try to remember that medicine is for the patient. We try never to forget that medicine is for the people. It is not for the profits. The profits follow, and if we have remembered that, they have never failed to appear." - George W. Merck Welcome back for another segment of, Between the Lines - Research Special. Today's topic covers the tragic story of Vioxx, a pharmaceutical drug that led to t...

Welcome to my first product review episode! I was very excited to sit down behind the mic and promote a product that I use in my daily regimen.  Alpha Brain (created by Onnit) is a nootropic supplement that helps support cognitive functions, including memory, mental speed, and focus. Onnit also has a wide variety of well-being and performance supplements; 100% naturally made in Austin, Texas....

Welcome back for more, Footprints and Photographs! It’s been a handsome minute since the last segment, it’s felt more like an eternity. That’s okay because we’re back for more despite our chaotic month. Tune in to hear about Kristin’s recovery, the audio release of A Diamond from the Ashes, a haunting realization, newfound gratitude and a few big announcements. As always, thank you for all of the...

Hello friends! Welcome back for my third book review. In today’s episode I analyze the manifesto written by Ted Kaczynski, the infamous Unabomber, who waged terror against technological/industrial society. He wrote his manifesto in a remote cabin near Lincoln, Montana during his 17 year bombing campaign against “the system”. This was an intense read, the content kept you engaged from start to fini...

Alright folks, today's episode is a big one! Welcome to the audio release of my second memoir, A Diamond from the Ashes. I started this entire project on May 8th, 2020. After a couple of years and a lot of life changes, I was pleased to announce the story's official completion on September 3rd, 2022. Writing this memoir has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I am eternally grat...

"When we love, we always strive to become better than we are. When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too." - Paulo Coelho Happy Valentine's Day! Although it is a cheesy tradition, it stands as a day of appreciation towards love and life itself. Today, I reflect on the importance of appreciating your partner, acknowledging the potential frailty of relations...

Hello friends! Sorry for the delay of new content. We've had unusual circumstances the past couple of weeks, but we are on track to get the ball rolling again! Today's episode entails a brief highlight of Kristin's recovery after surgery, a new direction for my second memoir, and a tease of what else is coming your way in February. Keep an eye on the page for a major release coming soon (: https:/...

Today's Quote: "Those who dare to fail miserably can achieve greatly." - John F. Kennedy

Today's Quote: "Some people survive and talk about it. Some people survive and go silent. Some people survive and create." - Nikita Gill

Hey folks! Grab your cup of coffee and sit back for another segment of, Coffee and Convos - Reflection. Today's episode recaps the highs and lows of my latest interview with Kylle Hraban. I am so thankful that she was able to sit down with me and hash out another discussion. She did a wonderful job with the interview, I was thoroughly impressed with her communication ability and calmness. We are l...

Welcome back for another, Coffee and Convos! I was honored to have a very special guest come back on the show, Kylle Hraban. Recently returning from Arizona, we were able to sit down and reminisce over her trip, as well as a wide variety of other life-topics. It was wonderful to have the opportunity to hash out another interview with her; I was incredibly impressed with how much she's grown as a p...

Good morning! I am excited to share an overview about a recent book I have finished reading - No Treason: The Constitution of No Authority by Lysander Spooner. This book follows the same footprints and format of Anatomy of the State; I highly recommend reading both as a pair. No Treason was originally written in 1870, not too far away from when the Constitution was signed in 1787. This book does a...

Welcome back folks! Through AirBnb we booked a secluded cabin in New London, WI. We eagerly awaited the opportunity to celebrate 2 years of marriage!!! It was one of the most memorable weekends of our lives. The entire experience was a perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. We wouldn't have done it any other way! Below is the link to the AirBnb rental that we booked. I would highly recommend che...

This episode is dedicated to my beautiful wife, Kristin Hraban. I love you with all my heart… Happy Anniversary, Tonkie! ❤️💍🥂

Happy New Year's Eve! 2022 has been a wonderful year but at last has come to an end. With that, I wanted to reflect on some key moments we've had as artists and express some 2023 goals out loud. Thank you to all who have followed this show and our Exposure page this past year; the next one will bigger and better! Stay safe out there tonight and appreciate a new beginning at dawn. Happy New Year! ...

This episode marks the final Footprints and Photographs segment of 2022. It is sad to know this year is coming to an end, we've made so many beautiful memories along the way. With that said, we are eager to see what 2023 sends our way! We will be ready. However, before this year is done, we wanted to share one final exposure page. We chose to present our two favorite photographs from each trip. It...

Greetings! I am pleased to share an overview about a recent book I have finished reading - Anatomy of the State by Murray N. Rothbard. Although this book was published in 1973, the content and messages are more relevant to today's world than ever before. Murray examines the state of our government and begins breaking down various systems of function. His analytical deep dive into each areas of sys...

“It is Christmas in the heart that puts Christmas in the air.” – W.T. Ellis Merry Christmas! Here in Wisconsin, we are in the midst of a harsh blizzard that is seemingly right on schedule! Luckily for us, we were able to have our family's Christmas celebration before the big storm rolled in. Our last few days have been spent comfortably on the couch and out of the freezing winds. Being snowed-in h...

Good morning! Welcome back for another, Footprints and Photographs. Today marks the end of Red Velvet Photography's 2022 season. It has been a hell of a year, so we wanted to share our last set of adventures over the month of December. This winter has been an interesting one for Wisconsin, we've hit some temperamental weather patches. With that said, Wisconsin is officially covered in snow and it...

Today is my father's last day of police service, serving over 24 years in the line of duty. He is the most amazing man I've ever known, I have him to thank for who I am today. We all thank you for your service, no one could've done it like you did. I love you with all my heart and will see you soon to walk you out of those doors one last time. Today is your day. You've radiated a light brighter th...

Today's Quote: "To fight unhappiness one must first expose it." - Simone de Beavoir

Hey folks! Welcome back for another installment of, Between the Lines - Research Special. This is the second time I’ve done a research and analysis show; I was excited to give this another go! Today’s episode covers the dilemma of modern day healthcare costs, an issue that affects each one of us. Through data we can take a look at this topic in the most objective way and form an opinion based arou...

Hey folks! Today's type of episode is a first for me. This show covers the words of Zuby - Rapper, Author, Podcaster, Life Coach. I was absolutely moved by each point he made; his insight is incredible. You can take out 'The Pandemic' part of the title and the message still applies perfectly. My goal with this show is to share his message and highlight the important aspects of our daily society. T...