O'talkin' with Dave

Send us Fan Mail Do you have a lot of THANKS to give?  Boy I do!!! Join Dave for this THANSGIVING edition: People, Places, and Things Memories and Stories Healthy and Happy TELL SOMEBODY! Looking forward to being THANKFUL Have a great holiday! Giddyup!!! Email David@Otalks.com or OWD@Otalks.com for comments, questions, or ideas for content on an upcoming O'talkin' with Dave podcast.  Ota...

Send us Fan Mail Does the thought of DEATH scare the crap out of you?  It does that to a lot of people... Join Dave for some thoughts on: Weird LAST requests Strange ways people have DIED Reasons people fear DEATH Ways to reduce the impact of thought of DEATH  Ways to improve your LIFE TAXES are scarry, but DEATH doesn't have to be... Giddyup!!! Email David@Otalks.com or OWD@Otalks.com for co...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been given a LITTLE SOMETHING EXTRA that was not expected but greatly appreciated?  Yeah, me too... LAGNIAPPE is a term I learned in New Orleans and consider a token of generosity that is a seed for more generosity... Join Dave for words on: What is LAGNIAPPE? What are daily examples of LAGNIAPPE? How does LAGNIAPPE improve aspects of our lives How is LAGNIAPPE used...

Send us Fan Mail What do HELEN KELLER and the MODERN FEMINIST have in common?  They are both DEAF, DUMB, and BLIND... I know that is old terminology and seems harsh, but join Dave and he can explain: HELEN KELLER's role in FEMINISM Foundational beliefs and causes of the initial FEMINIST movement Examples of how MODERN FEMINISTS are selectively SILENT Ways to FIGHT for a CAUSE without CONDITIO...

Send us Fan Mail Have you been around anyone lately that was called or considered themself an EXPERT?  Be very careful...EXPERT, My #@&$*!!! Join Dave for some words about: Who do we consider EXPERTS? Why do we consider other EXPERTS? When have EXPERTS been WRONG?  Terribly WRONG!!! What are some signs to be leary of EXPERTS? How to choose and EXPERT when you really need one? Opinion Alert:  A...

Send us Fan Mail Do you know anyone who FARMS for a living?  I mean a REAL FARMER... I never cease to be amazed by the prospect of someone taking a seed, planting it, tending to it, and have the faith to put your future finances at risk for what is possible - if everything goes right! Join Dave for topics like: What are the keys to a successful CROP? What obstacles does a FARMER face? What sacrifi...

Send us Fan Mail When is the last time you FAILED at something?  Don't sweat it...It's not how man time you FALL - it's how many times you GET BACK UP!!! Solid words = FAILING still sucks!!! Join Dave for some discussion around: Where is FAILURE inevitable? Behaviors to avoid with FAILURE Attitudes to adopt around FAILURE How to turn FAILURE into learning and motivation "Failur...

Send us Fan Mail Have you got a spot or state of mind you consider your HAPPY PLACE? Isn't it wonderful?  If not...let's get you one! Join Dave for some conversation around: What is a HAPPY PLACE? Why is a HAPPY PLACE so important? What are some threats to your HAPPY PLACE? How do you protect your HAPPY PLACE? How do you find or rejuvenate your HAPPY PLACE? Having an established, well pr...

Send us Fan Mail Do you HATE something or someone?  Come on, do you really HATE them? HATE is a strong emotion that can lead to strong consequences. Join Dave for some thoughts on: What is HATE? Who are the most HATED people around the world? Why is HATE so commonly used for simple, tolerable things? How does HATE harm the HATER? How can we reduce or eliminate our HATE? HATE is a choice and a self...

Send us Fan Mail Have you been told "NO" or felt rejected lately?  Yeah, #METOO!!! Join Dave for some points on: Categories of REJECTION Why REJECTION is necessary The GOOD that comes from REJECTION How to GET OVER IT and GET ON WITH IT "NOs" are just part of getting to YES...they are still are no fun the hear. Let's absorb them, learn from them, and put them where they ne...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever said something your entire life and suddenly wondered where it originated...met too... Join Dave fore more: Idioms and sayings Where did them come from? What do they mean? Commentary and relating to his experiences Requests for more from your experience Kick back, relax, and laugh a litte... Giddyup!!! Email David@Otalks.com or OWD@Otalks.com for comments, questions,...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been around a "SPOILED" child?  Yeah, me too...  Sadly, most SPOILED children grow up to be SPOILED adults with the same characteristics and a weak FOUNDATION to hold an acceptable amount of MENTAL HEALTH. Join Dave for some pointed points about: What proof is there that people are less MENTALLY RESILIENT? Why has the clinical term MENTAL HEALTH turned into...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever considered joining a CULT?  Yeah, me neither...at least I don't think  I have...but people have tried to manipulate me. The fact is, no one does...but there are over 1,000 known active CULTS in the United States, right now.  And those are the ones we know about. Join Dave for some serious information about: What are some well known CULTS? What is the difference...

Send us Fan Mail Have you heard there is an ELECTION coming up?  You are kidding?...who knew? Join Dave for some quick advice on: Keeping calm, cool, and PRODUCTIVE through this ELECTION season What do I do if I win? What do I do if I lose? How do I deal with those NAGGING friends afterward? It's a tough time, but some people THRIVE on the drama, controversy, and chaos of the time...the only...

Send us Fan Mail As a kid, what did your Mom or Dad tell you to do when you asked how to spell a word?  "Look it up!"  That always annoyed me.  How do I look it up if I don't know how to spell it?!?!? Spoiler alert - Merriam Webster is not a woman.   Shhhhhh.... Join Dave for some continuing education concerning: New WORDS added to Webster's Dictionary over the past two years C...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever played a competitive game and didn't keep score?  What a waste of time...  Competition is great and the best part of competition is WINNING!!! Join Dave for some thoughts on: The thrill of VICTORY  The psychological value of COMPETITION The COMPETITORS we all face Reasons why some people chose not to COMPETE Factors to consider before, during, and after a COMPET...

Send us Fan Mail How do you feel when you GIVE something to someone?  A dollar in the Salvation Army bell ringers pot, a water to a homeless person, clothes to a homeless shelter, or even putting some money in the offering plate at church.   It feels good, doesn't it? Join Dave for discussion on the benefits of GIVING: How GIVING helps you psychologically - facts How GIVING helps you physical...

Send us Fan Mail Have you noticed that you are more frequently surrounded by MEN who are more moisturized and creased than usual?  Have the beers and shots turned into seltzers and scented candles?  Yeah, me too... Join Dave for some spirited banter about: Men are less masculine than forty years ago - it's a fact! When and why did this begin to be the trend? What are some key indicators and r...

Send us Fan Mail Have your every found yourself surrounded by some unsavory behavior...only to find yourself caught up in this behavior yourself?   Oh the humanity... Join some controversial conversations around: Why is BUT Stuff so prevalent in today's vocabulary? How does But Stuff hurt your intentions and slow your intent? What are some good, wholesome replacements for BUT Stuff? What are...

Send us Fan Mail If you had a MAGIC LAMP that gave you 3 wishes...what would you wish?  Well, David is gonna give you FIVE!!! Join Dave for some thoughts on your wish list: Setting your goals and wishes high Owning your choices and success Checking back with your wish list regularly 3 things to quit 5 steps to making them come true It exciting, empowering, and an unstoppable force when you take co...

Send us Fan Mail Did you grow up with some crazy sayings from your family?  I know I did... Join Dave for a list of sayings, most of which are familiar. Where did they come from? Why so graphic? How are they used differently? Is BLOOD really thicker than WATER? Who has MUTTON laying around the house? Please send your memories of sayings from your family and friends from childhood to David@Otalks.c...

Send us Fan Mail How often do you say or hear someone say, "I can't..."?  I hear it all too often and it always triggers me to say, "Well, not with THAT ATTITUDE!!!" Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right. Join Dave for some words on: Why do people think they CAN'T? What excuses do they claim as to why they CAN'T? What are the re...

Send us Fan Mail We all have areas of improvement, but are your areas of improvement driven from being WEAK or LAZY?  There is a difference... Join Dave for some discussion around: What is the difference between WEAK and LAZY? Is it worse to be WEAK or LAZY? What are some signs or excuses given by the WEAK and/or LAZY? Why is being WEAK or LAZY harmful? How do I overcome being WEAK or LAZY? How do...

Send us Fan Mail When was the last time you were offended?  It has been a while for me... Join Dave for a video O'talk that reviews the following: What OFFENDS people? Who are the perpetually OFFENDED? Why are people more OFFENDED now than in the past? How has what OFFENDS people changed? How do I keep from being OFFENDED? Don't be OFFENDED by proxy or virtue signal - be strong, be confi...

Send us Fan Mail Have you every missed out on something because you were distracted, busy, or just not paying attention... Join Dave for some words on: What is keeping us from being PRESENT? What are the pitfalls of not being PRESENT? How does not being PRESENT hurt us and others? How can we be more PRESENT? Developing the skills to plan on being PRESENT or having triggers that snap us into cohere...