Join Rodney and Derek as they share reflections from their 30th anniversary weekend with close college friends and give their thoughts on the ingredients and importance of friendship and fellowship. They close the episode with a couple of Oh damn moments. Tune in for this short but impactful episode that will give you a few laughs and excellent operating principles.

The Show: Dive into the minds of two generation X-men as they share their perspectives on politics, sports, finance, family, and more. Join in, have your thoughts challenged, and hopefully experience a laugh or two as these co-hosts share their takes.

The Host: Rodney is a quiet but efficient communicator who spends his days testing and improving IT systems for a Fortune 500 company. He’s a proud husband, dad, and pop pop. Derek, a reformed operations leader turned HR professional, is a proud empty nester and husband who loves to tell a good story and savor fine bourbon. Friends for over 30 years, these two bring a wealth of experience and camaraderie to every episode.

5:20-6:20 Definition of Friendship/Time is a thief

7:58-9:20 Who you surround yourself with.

10:15-11:20 Camera Phones

13:15-13:55 Give Grace/1000 bottles of baby oil?

OH Damn Moments

17:00-18:39 - Spaghetti O's

20:28-21:55 - Signs of Aging

22:45-24:11 - How not to fill a Keurig

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Join Rodney and Derek as they dive into the latest Sean “Diddy” Combs case developments. They break down the alleged charges and reflect on the consequences of unchecked power. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the importance of a strong moral compass, surrounding yourself with good people, and making wise choices about who you idolize

The Show: Dive into the minds of two Generation X-Men as they share their perspectives on politics, sports, finance, family, and more. Join in, have your thoughts challenged, and hopefully experience a laugh or two as these co-hosts share their takes.

The Hosts: Rodney is a quiet but efficient communicator who spends his days testing and improving IT systems for a Fortune 500 company. He’s a proud husband, dad, and pop pop. Derek, a reformed operations leader turned HR professional, is a proud empty nester and husband who loves to tell a good story and savor fine bourbon. Friends for over 30 years, these two bring a wealth of experience and camaraderie to every episode.

0:00-4:40 Introduction

4:40-5:30 A-Holes get ish done.

9:45-11:00 Why is there so much baby oil?/Power Trips

12:00-14:00 It’s about Power/Are the rants true?

14:28-16:20 RICO charges defined

18:43-19:00 Have people around you/circle to correct you

20:20-21:10 Moral Compass

24:00-24:54 Reggie Valentine

25:02-27:50 Conspiracy Theory

29:48-30:25 Choose your idols wisely

Outro music by 90ZKid on Youtube:
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Diddy News Source: https://shorturl.at/eBlDd

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The Show: Dive into the minds of two men as they share their unique perspectives on politics, sports, finance, family, and more. Join in, have your thoughts challenged, and hopefully experience a laugh or two as these co-hosts share their takes.

The Hosts: Rodney is a quiet but efficient communicator who spends his days testing and improving IT systems for a Fortune 500 company. He’s a proud husband, dad, and pop pop. Derek, a reformed operations leader turned HR professional, is a proud empty nester and husband who loves to tell a good story and savor fine bourbon. Friends for over 30 years, these two bring a wealth of experience and camaraderie to every episode.

0:00-2:45 Introduction

2:45- 8:45 VP Debate Takes- Derek's Takes

8:45-10:59 Rodney’s Perspective on the debate

11:00-11:46 JD Vance is Vision

11:46-12:49 Shout out to Uncle Johnny Who has their ear

12:50 – 15:43 Dave Ramsey’s Perspective

16:00- 17:39 Dave Ramsey as a social media influencer

19:00- 25:45 Getting the Black Male Vote

25:45- 29:00 What’s at stake in this election, and a nod to DEI

30:29- 33:00 Navigating the election as a parent/ Just don’t be an ass.

37:00- 38:00 Lip Reading

40:00 – 43:00 Go Vote

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