Recording this episode from Nicaragua 🇳🇮
The world feels heavy right now… war headlines, rising gas prices, hantavirus, ticks, flight issues, fear everywhere you look on the news.
But this episode is about not living in fear.
We talk about why we chose to pack up, take our 4 kids, and head out on a long adventure through Central America and across America instead of waiting for the “right time.” Life is happening right now.
Travel. Explore. Make memories. Be with your family. Take the trip. Start the thing. Don’t let fear keep you from living.
No perfect plans. Just adventure, family, and figuring it out along the way.
10 May 2026
Episode 17: Showing up even when you don't feel like it.
Not gonna lie… we almost didn’t record this one.
We’re leaving for a months-long trip in just a couple days and the stress is REAL right now. So much to do, so much to pack, kids everywhere, emotions high, and honestly… we just felt unmotivated.
But we talked about how everybody feels like that sometimes. The people who keep growing aren’t the people who always feel inspired — they’re the people who keep showing up anyway.
In this episode we talk about:
• preparing for our travels
• Andrew’s single-life adventures traveling through Mexico
• how stress affects us as parents
• learning patience with our kids even when we’re overwhelmed
• and how moms deserve to feel appreciated every day, not just on Mother’s Day ❤️
This one feels raw, honest, imperfect… and maybe that’s exactly why someone needs it today.
4 May 2026
Episode 16: If You Don’t Shape Your Kids, the World Will
There’s no neutral ground in parenting today. Your kids are constantly being influenced—by friends, screens, and culture.
In this episode, we break down what it actually means to “shape your children” and how small, everyday choices at home make the biggest difference.
27 Apr 2026
Episode 15: Are We Screwing Up Our Kids?
Are we actually setting our kids up for success… or falling short?In this episode, we get honest about the doubts that come with parenting and homeschooling—questioning grade levels, feeling like our kids might be behind, and comparing ourselves to families with more resources and traditional education paths.We talk about the pressure to “keep up,” the fear of not doing enough, and the internal battle between pushing performance vs building real understanding.Most importantly, we step back and ask the bigger question:What does success actually look like for our kids?Is it test scores and grade levels… or character, confidence, and the ability to think for themselves?This episode is a real conversation about insecurity, intention, and choosing a path for our family—even when it doesn’t look like everyone else’s.
18 Apr 2026
Episode 14: Not There Yet… But Okay
This one’s about that uncomfortable middle space—when you feel stuck, but you know you’re growing. We talk about learning boundaries the hard way, not getting too high or too low, and how past experiences have shaped how we move through life now. Plus, we share what’s ahead for us and how we’re trying to stay grounded while still chasing more.
11 Apr 2026
Episode 13: Some Days Marriage Is Just Hard
Episode 13
Marriage isn’t always the highlight reel you see online.
In this episode, we get real about what it actually looks like behind the scenes—
the fights, the miscommunication, the moments where we’ve both felt like giving up… and the effort it takes to keep choosing each other anyway.
We talk about:
The difference between love and respect
How men and women experience conflict differently
What happens when you start building walls instead of connection
Why marriage can feel “conditional” in hard moments
And how we’re trying to grow through it—even when it’s uncomfortable
This one is raw, unfiltered, and honest.
If you’ve ever struggled in your relationship or felt like it’s just hard sometimes… you’re not alone.
28 Mar 2026
Episode 12: I Interviewed My Wife… This Is How She Thinks
In this episode, I sit down with Kelly and ask the questions most people don’t—about mindset, life choices, and why she refuses to follow the “normal” path.
We talk about rejecting the American rat race, building an entrepreneur mindset, homeschooling our kids, and what it really looks like to go against the grain.
Kelly shares what shaped the way she thinks, what keeps her pushing forward, and why she believes she can achieve anything she sets her mind to.
This conversation is honest, unfiltered, and might challenge the way you see your own life.
If you’ve ever felt like there’s a different way to live… this one’s for you.
🎧 Watch Episode 12 now
20 Mar 2026
Episode 11: Why Strong Families Matter More Than Ever Right Now
We’ve always said we don’t want this podcast to be about politics or current events.
But with everything happening in the world right now… it didn’t feel right to ignore it completely.
In this episode, we talk about the tension of staying informed without becoming consumed—and why we believe the most important thing we can focus on isn’t out there… it’s inside our homes.
Our goal has always been to support the American household—strong marriages, present parents, and raising good humans. Because at the end of the day, that’s what actually strengthens society.
You don’t have to carry the weight of the world… but you do have a responsibility to your family.
Stay aware. Stay grounded. And don’t lose sight of what matters most.
16 Mar 2026
Episode 10: Growing Up White in Hawaii- When You're the Minority
In this episode we talk about what it was really like growing up white in Hawaii, where the cultural and demographic reality is very different from the mainland United States.
Both of us grew up here as light-skinned kids in a place where we were often the minority. That experience shaped how we understood race, identity, local culture, and belonging.
We discuss:• What it felt like navigating school and local culture• The history behind Hawaii’s complicated racial dynamics• Why the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom still affects conversations today• Moments of racism we experienced• How growing up here gave us a different perspective than most Americans
This conversation isn’t about complaining or comparing struggles. It’s about sharing a perspective that people from Hawaii understand but many people on the mainland may never have thought about.
Living in Hawaii teaches you quickly that identity, culture, and history are complicated.
7 Mar 2026
Episode 9: Surviving the Maui Fires | A Firsthand Story
In this episode, we sit down with our first podcast guest, our friend Victory, who shares her firsthand experience surviving the Maui fires in Lahaina.
Victory takes us through the moments leading up to the disaster — from waking up to unusually strong winds, to the confusion, chaos, and life-changing decisions people had to make as the fires spread. She also talks about the emotional toll of losing homes, memories, and a place that meant everything to so many families.
This conversation is about more than the fires themselves. It’s about community, resilience, grief, and the lasting impact of what happened in Lahaina.
We’re grateful to Victory for being willing to share her story and give a deeper perspective on what many people in Maui experienced during those devastating days.
🎙 Episode 9 – Surviving the Maui Fires
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1 Mar 2026
Episode 8:The Silent Addiction in Our Hands
In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about something most of us don’t want to admit — our addiction to our phones.The average American spends over 7 hours a day on screens, and nearly 50% of teens say they feel addicted to their phones. Even more alarming, studies show kids as young as 8–12 are spending 4–6 hours per day on devices. Meanwhile, we say we don’t have enough time.What is all that screen time costing us?It’s costing eye contact.It’s costing presence.It’s costing moments we’ll never get back.We talk about how constant scrolling is rewiring our brains, shortening our patience, numbing our attention spans, and quietly stealing time from the people who need us most — our kids.This episode isn’t about shame. It’s about awareness. It’s about asking:Are we modeling the life we want our children to live?Because childhood is short.And no one ever looks back and wishes they scrolled more.Let’s have the conversation.
23 Feb 2026
Episode 7: The Wake-Up Call – Getting Older & Taking Our Health Seriously
In Episode 7, we talk about getting older and what it really takes to care for our bodies. After Andrew received high cholesterol and blood pressure results, it became a wake-up call he couldn’t ignore. We share how that moment shifted his mindset—from feeling “fine” to taking his health seriously—and the small, sustainable changes he’s making to protect his long-term health.
7 Feb 2026
Episode 6: Our Sobriety Journey — 5 Years In
In this episode, we share our sobriety journey and reflect on five years of living completely drug and alcohol-free. While we never hit rock bottom, choosing sobriety has been one of the most meaningful decisions of our lives. We talk about clarity, growth, and how this choice has shaped our marriage, family, and the way we show up every day.
If you’ve ever been sober-curious or questioned your relationship with alcohol, this episode is for you.
31 Jan 2026
Episode 5: Our Journey With Bipolar & Mental Health
In this episode, we talk openly about mental health and our lived experience with bipolar. This isn’t a clinical conversation or a highlight reel — it’s real life. We share what it’s been like navigating diagnosis, day-to-day challenges, misunderstandings, growth, and the impact bipolar has had on our marriage, family, and faith. Our hope is to bring more understanding, reduce stigma, and remind anyone walking a similar road that they are not alone. Mental health is part of the human experience, and this is our story.
24 Jan 2026
Episode 4: Hurt, Healing & Holding the Line — Parenting, Forgiveness & Teen Feelings
In this episode, we talk through the real hurt we’ve walked through over the last 18 months — how hurt people hurt people, why forgiveness matters, and why boundaries are necessary.
We also dive into how we’re raising strong humans: not rescuing, not hovering, but walking with our kids through hard things. And yes… teenage feelings and dating 😅 What even is that?!
Raw, honest, and very much a real conversation.
19 Jan 2026
Episode 3: Travel Isn’t Just for the Rich | Real Travel Hacks
We’re talking real travel hacks—not the luxury, influencer kind, but the “if there’s a will, there’s a way” kind.
Andrew and Kelly didn’t grow up with money, privilege, or perfect education. What we did have was curiosity, grit, and a belief that life could be bigger than what we were handed.
In this episode, we share:
How we made travel happen on a normal income
The mindset shift that changed everything
Practical hacks we still use today
Why waiting for “someday” keeps people stuck
If you’ve ever thought:
“I wish I could travel, but…”
This episode is for you.
Because if we can do it—so can you.
👉 Subscribe for honest conversations about family, travel, business, and building a life on purpose.
10 Jan 2026
Episode Title: Why We Choose Family Travel
Traveling as a family isn’t about checking places off a list.
It’s about togetherness, growth, and shared experiences.
Travel pushes us out of our comfort zones, opens our minds, educates our kids beyond textbooks, and brings us closer in ways routine never could.
It challenges us, humbles us, and ultimately unifies us.
In Episode 2, we share why family travel is a core value for us and how it’s shaped our relationships, our kids, and our perspective on life.
3 Jan 2026
Episode 1: Why now?
So… why a podcast now? In this first episode, we introduce ourselves, share what sparked this idea, and talk about what you can expect moving forward. From family life and business to faith, lessons learned, and everything in between—we’re opening the door to real conversations, no filters. This podcast is for anyone navigating change, growth, or just trying to figure out what’s next. Thanks for being here from the beginning.
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