The Beautiful Struggle

S5E2 The Shield: 4Ps Every Father Must Carry (S5E2)

Adolescence hit me hard. I explore it in epsiode 1 season 5 It showed me what happens when boys grow up without direction — when fathers stay silent. It botheres me. So I built a framework. In this…

S5E1 I Watched Adolescence and It Shook Me as a Dad! (S5E1)

The 2025 Netflix film Adolescence shook me. It showed a generation growing up in isolation, addiction, and quiet desperation— and it made me realize: No one is coming to save our kids. We must save…

S3 2024 - Reflections Eternal

2024 was good to me. Not gonna lie. I succeeded. It wasn't easy for sure. Here is what worked and what I need to continue to do for a thriving 2025. Two questions to ask: What were your biggest…

Japan Summer Trip 2024 Part 3 More Answers

This is Part 3 of the Japan Summer Trip! Answering your top questions about visiting Japan: How do Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka differ in terms of atmosphere and vibe? What festivals and events should…

Japan Summer Trip 2024 Part 2 Answers

Answering Your Top Questions About Our Trip to Japan (Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka) Part 2 What are the must-see cultural experiences in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka? Which famous landmarks and historical…

Japan Summer Trip 2024 Part 1 What, Why and How

In this episode, I share how and why we decided to take a big family trip to Japan even though we were trying our best to save for our future.

Update from our trip to Japan!

A quick message from our family trip to Japan!

Teacher Salary Regrets

On this episode, I share how I was so naive back when I started teaching so many years ago. I didn't know anything about how to save my low paycheck and how to make my precious dollars work for me so…

S2 Desparius - The Dragon that Battles Me Everyday

I didn't want to make this episode. I really didn't. But I had to make this episode. I had to in order to move forward. This episode may sound heavy and metaphysical. But, I think once you listen to…

I Gotta Say What's Up! (Giving Thanks 2023)

Gratitude: a simple design for our complex lives. Less take, more give. Less me, more we. This Thanksgiving, let's redesign our perspective. Be grateful, be great, be full. Music by Ivan Ohanezov…

They Don't Care

This episode, I'll share how social capital is NOT transferrable and how it can make you stuck in old ways.

Should You Reinvent Yourself in Midlife?

S3E1 Tough Lessons I Learned After 1 Year of Job Hunting

Today, I share some insights on how tough the past year of job hunting, the lessons I learned, what I did and what you can do to help you on your own job hunting journey. Tim Slade's excellent…

S2E2 How I'm Anxiously Trying to Move Forward

[email protected] DM on Instagram Our version of the Ikigai Concept **************************************** ⭐ All of the recommended resources we share, we actually use and believe in. We do…

S2 Maybe, this isn't for you? Or is it?

Life is raw, unfiltered. This is my attempt to peel back layers, revealing truths in life's complexities. Let's navigate challenges, find clarity, and embrace the journey, together.

142: Earning Extra Income During the Pandemic

How are we supplementing our income while on summer break especially during the COVID-19 pandemic? We break down some viable options you can do now. Links mentioned: www.vipkid.com/teach …

139: Students React to COVID19 and How Computer Science can Help

This special episode, I assigned my high school students to react to COVID19 and how computer science can help find a cure or vaccine for the Coronavirus. Subscribe to our show and share with…

120: The Grand Challenge with Jennifer Gaspar-Santos

Director of Edtech & Innovation of St. Ignatius College Preparatory, San Francisco

119: Teach Like A Girl

Today, I chat with @TeachLikeAGirl. I don't follow a lot of teachers on Instagram, but I made sure that I followed @TeachLikeAGirl as she has a positive message about empowering women and girls that…

108: We're Moving!