Episodes
March 27, 2024
Inked Bonds: Family Crests and the Power of Shared Values
I'm thrilled to have the fantastic Chris Sam here with me, and we're about to peel back the layers on something we've all wrestled with the interplay of love and respect in our lives. We're going to share stories, drop some …
Jan. 30, 2024
Beyond the Board: A Podcast on Chess, Life, and Learning
In this episode of The Teevee Show Podcast, let as delve into the heartwarming journey of how a simple afterschool game club blossomed into a thriving chess community, transforming the lives of students and parents alike thr…
Jan. 17, 2024
Money Talks with Mike DeGroat: Unpacking Finance & Fatherhood
Join me on the first episode of The Teevee Show Podcast in 2024 where we dive into the intersection of fatherhood, personal development, and the crucial role of finances in our lives. In this episode, we sit down with financ…
Jan. 11, 2024
New Year, New Stories: The Teevee Show Podcast's Passionate 2024 Kickoff!
Welcome back to the Teevee Show Podcast! As we step into a brand new year, it's time to embrace new beginnings, celebrate life’s milestones, and fuel our passions. In this latest episode, I'm taking you on a journey through…
Aug. 2, 2023
Conversations with Fe | The Daddy Daughter Podcast Series
Get ready for a truly special episode of "The Teevee Show Podcast" as I will be joining, once again, with my oldest daughter, Fe. She lends us an insight into a compelling adventure from a recent photoshoot, underscoring the…
July 19, 2023
Men Talking About Their Emotions / When Brothers Talk
Welcome to the latest episode of "The Teevee Show Podcast". We bring my best friend, Chris Sam, back to the show for the segment we like to call "When Brothers Talk". Today, Chris and I dive into managing expectations and ef…
June 7, 2023
Building Confidence, Expressing Love, and Valuing Friendships: A Conversation on Choosing Happiness
Hey there! In this episode, I had a blast chatting with my best friend, Christopher Sam. This is the first in an ongoing series within the podcast that I'm calling: When Brothers Talk. We talked about the power of compliment…
May 17, 2023
Conversation with Nick Gray: The Low-Maintenance Way to Connect with Friends and Make New Friendships
Have you ever noticed how difficult it's become to make new friends as you get older? It was just so much easier when we were kids. "TAG. You're it. And now we're friends." If it were only that easy. Do it now, and you might…
April 26, 2023
Daddy Daughter Podcast - Asking My Adult Kid on How I Screwed Her Up
On this episode of The Teevee Show Podcast, I am joined by my eldest daughter as we discuss her journey to success in the marketing industry without attending college. As we chat, we delve into our shared belief of raising c…
April 13, 2023
From Layoffs to Success: A Conversation with Jon Loomer (The OG of Facebook Ads)
I'm excited to introduce my guest in the newest episode of The Teevee Show Podcast, the OG of Facebook Advertising himself, Jon Loomer! You’ve probably seen his face on Facebook if you’re in the ad space. He’s very good at h…
March 29, 2023
“I Will Die For My Children But Don’t Ask Me to Take Care of My Health”
Both of our immigrant fathers had strokes. My father is disabled and a shell of the man he once was. Charles father died shortly after his stroke. The motivation behind this conversation wasn't one of "happy, happy, joy, joy…
March 8, 2023
Meeting My Best Friend on the Dance Floor - A Bromance Story
Chris and I first met on in dance class- dancing with each other. Then I asked him to be my friend. He agreed and the rest is history. Although the story behind that conversation is hilarious. He’s the person I talk to about…
Feb. 15, 2023
Unleashing My Inner Artist: The Story of How I Ditched College, Failed as a Full-Time
Art has been a passion for me since I was a wee lad. I was certain that I would be an artist as a career. I was so committed that I chose not to go to college with the anticipation of becoming this fully paid artist. Foolish…
Jan. 25, 2023
Writing Her Way to Success: Conversation With Sue Anderson
Sue Anderson first came into my world in 2009. She was asked to interview me so I could share my story on the success of our first online business. I was so nervous leading up to that conversation. Hearing anyone call me a s…
Jan. 18, 2023
When a Mexican & Dominican Dads Flex Their Dad Muscles : Conversation with Manny Digital
Sometimes you meet new people by going to school with them or being raised in the same hood. That’s cool. But you know what’s cooler? Having a good friend introduce you someone they are certain you will hit it off with. Some…
Jan. 11, 2023
Conversation With the Man Who Changed my Life
It was 2007ish. I was at a desperate point in my life. I was freshly divorced and knew it was time to make some big bets on myself and my future. My daughters were itty bitty and depended on me getting things figured out. La…
Aug. 24, 2022
Why I Had My Kids Learn to Write & Perform Spoken Word Poetry
I knew that I didn't want my daughters to struggle in communicating. I wanted them to be confident in sharing their thoughts. I wanted them to know they have a voice that matters. So I brought them to their first spoken word…
Aug. 10, 2022
How I Raised Emotionally Intelligent Daughters as a Dad & Without Screwing Them Up
If there is one thing I wish I could give my daughters, it would be the mind map of life’s potholes. I want them to be able to navigate the world a lot better than I did and succeed. We’re parents. We have an advantage. We’v…
Aug. 3, 2022
What Would Daddy Do? | Turning My Kids Into Stoics
I raised my daughters to develop programs. And by "programs," I mean skills and values that I knew would help them become their best selves in the future. The concept of stoicism is one of them. I like to call it the concept…
July 27, 2022
Two Semi-Old Men Movie Review & Rants | Draft Day
Welcome to the first edition of "Two Semi-Old Men Movie Review & Rants." In this podcast episode, I bring on an old friend from the Hood, Armando Tunales. This will be the beginning of a series where we review under-the-rada…
July 20, 2022
The Positivity Clickbait
Have you ever clicked on a “Secrets revealed” video? These stories make us think that no kindness is left in the world anymore. Stories that are branded shocking and jaw-dropping. These are the tales that hold us back from t…
July 13, 2022
A Petty Dad’s Confession: Why I’m Proud of My Smart-ass Kids
I raised my daughters to think on their own. To understand that they are free to express their thoughts. And I’m really proud of that. With respect in mind, doing so does not make them smart-asses. We, as grown adults, shoul…
July 5, 2022
Dad Interviews His Teenage Daughter (Dad Jokes Included)
Every summer since the divorce, I get my daughters for an entire month for summer vacation. I try to give them as many experiences and lessons as possible during that time. This summer vacation is the last legally mandated s…
June 29, 2022
Broke Dad’s Guide to Cheap Yet Educational Games After Divorce
At one point in my life, I had little money to spend. But I still had the responsibility to make sure that my daughters enjoyed their time with me. And that brought out my creative juices. Apart from the need to have fun, th…