Mind of the Messiah

Hi friends! Tune in as I reminisce over the interview I had with, Junior "Charles" Combs. We had a wonderful time behind the mic and made some great memories in the process. Today's reflection talks about a new microphone setup, how comfort impacts interviews, the power of discipline, influencing younger athletes, and carrying your passion with you no matter what road you're on. I can't wait to ha...

Here we go with another, Coffee and Convos! Today I sat down with Junior "Charles" Combs, it was an amazing time for both of us. We dived into topics such as sports, discipline, injuries, coaching, and parenthood. He was a natural behind the mic! I cannot thank him enough for participating and cannot wait to sit him down again. Thank you for tuning in! Enjoy (: ***DISCLAIMER*** - The first 23 minu...

Here we go with another round of, Footprints and Photographs. It has been a minute since we’ve been able to shoot photography and travel anywhere but locally. It was a breath of fresh air to go out and find some new hot spots. We visited two different areas, Sheboygan and Port Washington. A majority of our pictures were shot in and around Sheboygan, which is why Port Washington doesn’t have its ow...

Welcome back for another segment of announcements! Today's episode covers the excitement of using new recording equipment, reflecting on creative growth, an update on my second book, as well as a teaser of upcoming projects. Keep an eye of the page, there is a lot in the works and new content will be out shortly! As always, thank you for lending an ear (: velvetmessiah.exposure.co

Welcome back for another, Coffee and Convos - Reflection. Tune in for today's reflection, my latest interview with Kylle Hraban (pt. 2). I am glad we were able to sit down behind the mic again, we had such a blast! Today's episode reflects on the communication process, introversion vs extroversion, mental filtration, and regulating your mindset in the mist of a chaotic world. This was by far my fa...

Here we go for another round of, Footprints and Photographs! Today's podcast features our latest excursions in the Horicon Marsh. We have been very excited to photograph during this point in summer, the colors and vibes couldn't be better! Tune in to hear about the marsh's current state, why July is a monumental time to be out there, and how nature's life cycle can teach us along the way. Check ba...

Welcome back for another cup of, Coffee and Convos! Today I sit back down with Kylle Hraban as we explore new topics and get the dialogue flowing. For this interview, we discuss the power of introversion, mental balance, future visualization, and emotional analyzation. Tune in to hear Kylle discuss her current schooling situation and where she envisions her life heading over the next few years. We...

Welcome back to, Footprints and Photographs! Summer has been a busy season so far. We have been getting out and about as much as possible, exploring all we can but never having much time in one spot. With a few photos taken here and there, we wanted to create a page with some of our recent favorites. Tune in to hear the tragic reason that inspired this podcast, page layout troubles, our vision wit...

This may be my favorite episode I've done yet, one I'll always hold close to my heart! Kick back and listen to an interview with my sister, Kylle Hraban. Recently returning from a road trip to Colorado and Arizona, she has returned with exciting stories and takeaways. Kylle dives into not only the trip's experience, but also capturing her first photos with her brand new Nikon D5600. Even though it...

Welcome to, Mind of the Messiah - Announcements! These episodes will be short, simple, and casual. Tune in to hear upcoming news, events, and what's on the horizon! Thank you for the support :) velvetmessiah.exposure.co

Following my interview with Kevin Acevedo, I wanted to reflect on some of the highlight moments. Kev and I shared a wonderful podcasting experience, it was safe to say we both walked away proudly. Today covers some key takeaways from this experience such as adapting to technological challenges, the power of humility, the importance of perseverance, and drawing inspiration from someone else's journ...

Get comfy and tune in for the 3rd installation of, Coffee and Convos! In this special segment I bring a guest onto the show, pour a fresh cup of Columbian coffee, and dive into our soul's dialogue. No topic will be off limit as we take a look at who we are, where we've been and where we're going. Through a lens of honesty and vulnerability, the only agenda is to press record and see where the conv...

Welcome back for more, Coffee and Convos! In this special segment I bring a guest onto the show, pour a fresh cup of Columbian coffee, and dive into our soul's dialogue. No topic will be off limit as we take a look at who we are, where we've been and where we're going. Through a lens of honesty and vulnerability, the only agenda is to press record and see where the conversation takes us. I invite...

Welcome back to, Footprints and Photographs! Today's episode tells the story of our experience returning to Manitowoc. The Cherney Maribel Caves Park has become somewhat of a hotspot for us, we thoroughly enjoy all the area has to offer. Tune in to hear about the laughs and troubles we encountered as we made our way through the park. Thank you for listening, stay tuned for more podcasts in the ver...

After an interview with Abraham Lange, I sat down to reflect on the amazing experience we shared today. Tune in as I look back on our podcasting successes and failures. We walked away with some great conversations, I was proud that we made it through the process together. It was exhilarating and inspirational to dive deep into thought with another mind. Towards the end of the episode you'll hear n...

***DISCLAIMER***  There was some difficulties with the audio volume, my mic was either turned down too much in spots and the soundboard lagged behind a few different times. However, we had an amazing conversation so adjust your volume accordingly. With that aside, today marks a special occasion as I present the very first installment of, Coffee and Convos! In this special segment I bring a guest o...

Hello again! I’m proud to begin podcasting my second book, A Diamond From The Ashes. Follow along as I continue the narrative of A Slice of Life with a Sip of Reality (Book 1). Starting in May of 2020, I realized that it was time to pick up on the story once more and document my life’s journey. A Diamond From The Ashes digs deeper as I continue searching for meaning in my past, connecting it to th...

Welcome to the fourth installment of, Footprints and Photographs! This podcast segment has been a thrilling experience and we cannot wait to continue this platform. With that, have a listen to our most recent traveling adventure as we head back to Marquette, MI. Traveling to Marquette has always been a pleasure for us, but this trip was taken under special circumstances. Today's episode covers the...

I'm proud to announce our third podcast in the series of, Footprints and Photographs. Today's episode features a story about our experience shooting portraits for a surprise engagement. The experience was wonderful and we will carry the memory of that day close to our hearts. Congrats on the huge accomplishment, Angelica and Megan! It was an honor to photograph such a moment, we wish you both the...

Welcome to the second episode of, Footprints and Photographs! Today's podcast will talk about the painful process of growth, challenges of learning something new and the rewarding feeling of including others. All photographs were shot at the Horicon Marsh in Waupun, WI. In this unique page we were able to feature another photographer, Kylle Hraban (EyeOfMara). Feel free to follow along at our URL...

Welcome to, Footprints and Photographs! This is a special segment where I recall and reminisce about recent travels and photography experiences. Included will be stories about the cities and places we visit, traveling and photography highlights, as well as a reflection of the process of exploring all we can and making each frame count. Feel free to listen as we continue to document our amazing jou...

This is the final chapter of, A Slice of Life with a Sip of Reality. Following a couple of heavy chapters, I was excited to finally present Chapter 6...The Looking Glass. In a change of pace and perspective, this chapter provides closure as one part of my life subsides, making way for a new future. Podcasting this book has been an honor, each chapter has conveyed stories that hold significant mean...

Chapter 5, The Fire. This chapter serves as the biggest piece of contribution to the story, by far. With the last chapter soon to follow, The Fire delivers an in-depth look into a previous reality and the horrors of that time period, which feels like a past life by now. There is a disclaimer in the beginning of the episode, a warning of heavy content with dark themes, so feel free to skip to the s...

Here is one of my favorite chapters, The Dark Room. A lot of heavy material, bare with me till the end of the episode. I am grateful that I was able to revisit this chapter, to sit down years later and fully comprehend the situation and outcome. This chapter stands as a pivotal point in my story, one that shaped a large piece of who I am today. So, here it is, I hope you enjoy! Two more chapters t...

Welcome to my third chapter of the story, The Messiah. This was an interesting chapter for me, to say the least. Revisiting the pages a few years later really opened my eyes as to my current reality and how it has evolved through further development of a previous mindset. I look forward to continuing podcasting the story, I have had a wonderful experience with the journey so far (as frustrating as...