Dumbbells n Discussions'

And as promised we finalize this "season" of Dumbbells n Discussions with part 2 of the squad episode! We will be back soon again with more episodes, better quality episodes at that. New guests, returning guests, and just keeping that same energy for being informative and entertaining at the same time! Thanks to all the people that listened to this project of a show I am really grateful for that. And a special thanks to those gentlemen and brothers of mine that shared their time with me in this recording you guys are the best!

This week we are really pushing the limits on how many bodies we can fit into one room for a podcast recording! With that being said I have the pleasure to have a good ole talking session with my brothers from other mothers Marcos Tapia, Camilo Guerra, and Israel Castro. Everything and anything is on our table of discussion. We leave no rock unturned and give you our honest opinions on topics/scenarios, in the hopes that our difference in perspective helps you reflect on your own opinion. Due to the content, this session has been split into two different parts. This is part 1, with part two soon to follow. We hope you enjoy it!

This week I got to interview a childhood friend of mine, dating back from our first steps in preschool to graduating high school class of 2015. We reflect on aspects of life that were different from our childhood compared to how we see things now. Taking a long ride on the nostalgia train, along with just getting a general update on his life currently and what his future plans may lead to. Hope you enjoy!

In this week's episode, I got to interview the closest person I have to a sister without actually being a sister. My cousin Karina. We discuss the different topics related to relationships and travel. In today's society is it okay or socially acceptable to remain single at a particular age? What is a good foundation for a successful relationship? Is focusing on yourself selfish or a requirement to achieve true happiness? Getting both our male and female perspectives on the matter we dissect these topics along with other tidbits scattered throughout. I appreciate the time she lent me for this, I love you very much, cousin! Hope you all enjoy it!

This week our guest is Mike Sanchez. A man that lives to excel and prosper in life in every way he can. A career in the military, talented artist, and somehow still finds time to participate and compete in powerlifting and travel. An individual with a difficult upbringing shares his stories and experiences life has put in his path and how he set to overcome. He also sprinkles in laughter throughout the interview. How you can be such a badass and great person in life is beyond me but he somehow finds a way. Hope you all enjoy!

This week we have the first double interview on the show. Jon and Tylor give us a really in-depth perspective on what makes a relationship last and thrive. They shed light on the "behind the scenes" on becoming soon to be parents for the first time, and open up about personal struggles they have come to need to overcome to welcome there future child in the best way possible. So if you recently found yourself within a pregnat relationship or want to know about some "tips n tricks" on how to keep a strong bond within one another. This is the epsidoe for you.

This week I got to interview Devon and Bowen in the first double interview. My brothers here are young but filled with a drive to become as successful in life as possible while heading into different careers. Due to some technical difficulties, only half of the interview was able to be saved; but luckily enough with the second half of the interview we were able to discussion current issues related to gun violence. We see both Devon's and Bowen's perspective on the matter, there suggestions on how we can improve or lessen these events from occuring going forward. It is a very heated topic in current time, but without the discussion we can never take a step to improve, and thanks to both my guests they offer unbiased uncensored answers/respones.

This week we interviewed the BASKETBALL LEGEND himself Jalen Lampman. A humble individual that has come from a family tied to any and all kinds of sports. He is actually a currenet player of the OIT basketball team and he gives us an inside school of what got him to were he is at today and in addition how he ay see his future going along. Hope yall enjoy!

This week we interview Ryan. We go over his recent experience in his first (of many to come) powerlifting competitions and what actually sparked his interest in deciding to compete. He also talks about some of the obstacles hes had to over come and and what he did to do just that. As big and strong as this man may be, his heart is twice as big by emphasising the fact he wants nothing more then to help people become the best version of themselves. Hope you all enjoy!

Today I interview Autumn Nielsen. She is the woman in charge (most of the days) of the gym where this very podcast is recorded. In this episode, she defines her perspective on life as it is today and her goals on how she sees her future turning out to be. To spice things up a bit we also get into some interesting consiracry theories. Whether you believe them or not at the very least it will get your mind to paunder a bit. Hope you enjoy!

In this episode, I interview Blake Smith. A great guy that I've come to know from the gym who has basically become a little to me. We touch on topics related to his upbringing to where he is at today and were he would like to see himself in the future. He expresses some of his battles and improvements that he has gone through related to mental health and aspects on relationships. And of course, always try to sprinkle in some genuine laughter throughout the show.

In episode 1 we talk to Elvia (a close friend back from college). We discuss her life up to this point, the ups, and the downs. Her passions and interests and how fitness has become a major factor in developing a better mental and physical state. For the sake of entertainment, we share laughs throughout the episode and we hope that you do as well.