It’s been since New Year’s Eve since I sat behind this mic.

A lot has happened since then.

My dad died. My world changed. And somewhere in the middle of grief, loneliness, unanswered questions, changing friendships, and trying to figure out how the hell you’re supposed to keep living when someone who was such a huge part of your life is suddenly gone… I found myself needing this space again.

So, on International Podcasting Day, I’m back where it all started: talking shit, sharing my truth, and saying the things we don’t always know how to say out loud.

In this episode, I’m talking about grief in all its awkward, messy, confusing glory. About missing my best friend. About feeling let down by people I thought would show up. About the pressure to “move on” when I’m still learning how to exist in a world without my dad in it.

And because September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we’re also going there.

The uncomfortable conversation. The one about suicidal thoughts, loneliness, asking for help, and why sometimes “I’m here if you need anything” isn’t enough. Sometimes you have to actually be there.

This episode isn't polished. It isn't tied up with a pretty little bow. And honestly? It wasn't supposed to be.

It’s grief. It’s love. It’s anger. It’s loneliness. It’s dark humor. It’s Dad. It’s me trying to keep going.

And maybe most importantly, it’s a reminder to call your people. Check on your people. Make time for your parents. Say the shit you think you’ll have time to say later. Because this life shit isn't guaranteed. ❤️‍🩹

Happy International Podcasting Day 💜

Episode References

BetterHelp - https://www.betterhelp.com

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline - https://988lifeline.org

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A goodbye that feels like a sunrise. I’m closing a chapter that began as a lifeline during a storm and grew into a community, a business, and a passport to rooms I never dreamed I’d enter. Over five years and ten seasons, the show became therapy with a mic—holding space for messy truths, hard laughs, and the kind of honesty that stitches people back together.

I walk through what the podcast really returned: not just downloads, but doors. Speaking gigs, creative shoots, and client work flowed because consistent, heart-forward work builds trust. Along the way I learned how to turn connection into opportunity without losing the soul of the show. Pressing pause is my way to guard that soul. I’m retiring the tongue-out persona that defined the early years and stepping into a season shaped by intention, not inertia. Expect surprise bonus drops to keep the circle warm while I focus on a growing company and two books—one on how podcasting supported my mental health, another that blends essays and journalling to help creators reflect with courage.

You’ll also hear about a playful pivot: a YouTube beer quest to replace my longtime favourite with a brew worth the crown. It’s part tasting tour, part conversation series, and entirely powered by community. Friends and listeners shared first impressions that humbled me—yes, the energy is real, but so is the care—and their words track a journey from chaos to clarity. I’m carrying that forward into 2026 with better boundaries, deeper collaborations, and travel that feeds the work rather than drains it.

If this show has ever made you feel seen, laughed with you on a hard day, or pushed you to take one brave step, stay close. Subscribe, share this farewell with a friend who needs courage to pivot, and leave a review telling me your favourite moment. Your voice has always been part of this story—tell me what you want to hear next.

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What if “word is bond” was the operating system for your love life, leadership and legacy? We dive into a raw, funny and deeply honest conversation about building families with intention, founding companies without shortcuts, and protecting your peace while you do both. From the South Bronx to boardrooms, our guest unpacks why he won’t have another child before marriage, how age gaps shape values, and why he refuses to force relationships with a partner’s kids—yet still shows up as a long‑term “bonus” dad when the bond is real.

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If you’re navigating love in your 30s and 40s, leading as a founder, or debating a risky leap that looks reckless to everyone else, this conversation will give you clarity, courage and a compass. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs to hear it, and leave a review telling us the one standard you refuse to compromise.

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