Riding The Wave

This episode is a DOOZYl, featuring AYD and his wife Tasha dropping some serious knowledge about their 18-year marriage journey. They dive deep into the ups and downs of their relationship, from rocky beginnings to smooth sailing, keeping it real every step of the way. AYD and Tasha don't shy away from the heavy stuff. They open up about past struggles, including AYD's drinking and emotional chall...

Hey there, Wavers! Join MJ, Mo, and the crew as they dive into the world of intentional dating. This episode of Riding the Wave Podcast is all about navigating modern romance with purpose and authenticity. Our hosts get real about dating in 2024, covering everything from the impact of social media on our romantic expectations to balancing parental responsibilities with the search for love. They sh...

Calling all Kings and Queens navigating the exciting (and sometimes awkward) world of first dates! In this episode, MJ, AYD, and Mo are diving deep into everything you need to know to make that first impression a lasting one. The episode kicks off with everybody sharing their current emotional states. They then transition into practical tips, tackling everything from how to prepare beforehand to c...

MJ and AYD are fighting! Tune in this week to hear what's been going on between MJ and AYD behind the scenes of Riding the Wave podcast. We talk about trusting the process as you learn and grow. And how to deal with collaborators and close personal friends who you are involved in a project with. All friends have their highs and lows, it's how you deal with the tough times that matter. Learn from A...

In this episode of Riding the Wave, AYD and MJ open the show with a more personal tone. They acknowledge that both of them have recently faced challenges, hinting at a deeper discussion for a future episode. MJ gives a shoutout to his nephews for their recent accomplishments, while AYD offers condolences to a friend who experienced a loss. The core topic of this episode is Adapting to Change. MJ a...

Riding the Wave tackles complacency. Hosts AYD and MJ share personal stories of how complacency impacted them. They define complacency as satisfaction with the status quo, hindering motivation to improve. The episode explores how losing sight of goals can lead to complacency, with MJ mentioning people who struggle after retirement. Overcoming complacency is a key theme. AYD emphasizes setting goal...

This episode of Riding the Wave dives into the concept of Happiness. The episode opens with a lighthearted check-in, asking AYD and MJ about their current. What's been going on in the past week? The highs and lows. The conversation quickly pivots to the central theme – what exactly is happiness? And how do we pursue it?  Surprisingly, creating this podcast has been a key factor in AYD's own journe...

This week on Riding the Wave, hosts AYD and MJ dive into perseverance, and share their incredible life stories of heartbreak and trauma. They discuss some of the most difficult and challenging moments of their lives, and how they overcame them. AYD vulnerably shares his experience of losing his first love in a tragic car accident. He doesn't shy away from the raw emotions and the significant impac...

Welcome back to Riding the Wave with your hosts AYD and MJ. This week Riding the Wave explores the complexities of father-daughter relationships with our special guests: Mo, Laurel, and her 15 year old daughter Kayla. We dive deep with Kayla and her Mom on the struggles of growing up with a father who isn’t around as much as he should be.  The episode tackles tough topics: boundaries with irrespon...

In this episode, AYD and MJ delve into the beautiful and messy world of fatherhood. We kick things off with a discussion on the importance of being present for your children. AYD then shares his heartwarming story of unexpected fatherhood, followed by a sensitive look at considering abortion from the father’s and mother’s perspective.  A pivotal moment arrives as AYD recounts meeting his son for t...

Tune in to the follow up episode to last week's discussion on overcoming anger. Your hosts AYD (Are You Dedicated) and MJ bring back CJ and have a healthy discussion about absent parents and how to overcome your struggles. Find out what CJ would say to his Dad if he had the opportunity, how he overcame drugs, prison, and found God. We learn how CJ's Seafood Boil became a successful business and wh...

This episode of Riding the Wave dives deep with CJ. Your hosts MJ and AYD explore CJ's story, from the challenges he's faced growing up, struggles dealing with an absent father, and how he overcame them. We hear about CJ's journey to fatherhood at a young age and the moment he recognized his anger issues. . The episode tackles the pain of feeling unheard and misunderstood at home, sparking a discu...

This week on Riding the Wave we are joined by Mo (Monique) as we discuss learning to love yourself. Your hosts AYD and MJ guide us through an exploration of self-love in this episode. From personal anecdotes to insightful reflections, we navigate the intricate path towards self-discovery and acceptance. We share stories of our own journeys, from the pivotal moments when we began to prioritize self...

On this episode of Riding the Wave we're hanging out with Bets Mendoza owner of Bets Vintage Toys. MJ interviews his brother in law about how he got into the business of vintage action figures. DM @RidingtheWave2024 on Instagram with the best store name and win an action figure! Riding the Wave puts our audience first. We want to hear your high and low tides. No judgment! DM us on Instagram @ridin...

In the second episode of Riding the Wave podcast your hosts MJ and AYD (Are You Dedicated) discuss their childhood upbringing and share some wild stories about growing up in California.  Riding the Wave puts our audience first. We want to hear your high and low tides. No judgment! DM us on Instagram @ridingthewave2024 and we will respond to your questions in a future show. 

Welcome to Riding the Wave podcast! In this premiere episode, your hosts MJ and AYD (Are You Dedicated) talk about why they started this podcast and their intentions and goals moving forward.  Riding the Wave puts our audience first. We want to hear your high and low tides. No judgment! DM us on Instagram @ridingthewave2024 and we will respond to your questions in a future show.