Best Middlescence Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 215- Cuff & Mo: The Meaning of Fatherhood 1:05:59

1M ago1:05:59

1:05:59

-As the calendar gets closer to Father’s Day, the guys sit down to discuss what fatherhood means to them. As girl dads, the guys explain the different methods they use to guide and discipline their daughters as opposed to how they would handle parenting a young man. Mo opens up about his goal for his daughter and what seeds he is already planting i…

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Ep. 214: J. Cameron- R&B Craftsman 1:00:06

2M ago1:00:06

1:00:06

-Cuff and Mo take a dive into the world of music as they sit down with R&B singer J Cameron. The emerging artist opens up about his journey into the music industry and how he came to the decision to actually make it happen. He opens up about the first single he dropped and the approach he is taking to growing his brand as he continues to grow in th…

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Ep. 213: Saluto Ubo- Protect Your Business 1:32:15

2M ago1:32:15

1:32:15

Cuff sits down with attorney Soluto Uba to talk what it means to really protect yourself when it comes to setting up the legal structure of your business. The Houston native talks about the how the impending arrival of his first child served as the catalyst for him to make the move to work for himself and break out of the trappings of being an empl…

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Ep. 212: Wes Atwood: The Importance of People 59:46

3M ago59:46

59:46

In Part 2 of their conversation about “Middlescence” with Wes Atwood, the guys really dive into the necessity of people in today’s world of hyper advanced technology and automated systems. After debating whether or not college is necessary in today’s society, the conversation closes with Wes giving a golden nugget of advice to listeners who might b…

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Ep. 211- Wes Atwood: Middlescence 44:18

3M ago44:18

44:18

In the first part of a two-episode long conversation, the guys take a deep dive into the concept of growth mindset as they sit down with the founder of Atwells Home Investors, Wes Atwood. Atwood explains how experiences in his childhood helped to shape his growth mindset before he ever heard the term. The Michigan native breaks down the stage of li…

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Episode 210- Cuff & Mo: Pivoting 43:35

4M ago43:35

43:35

-Fresh off of Mo’s 40th birthday, the guys sit down for a talk about pivoting in life and everything that comes with it. The conversation really examines what it looks like to pivot and the mindset that you have to have in order to really make things come to reality. The guys exchange what they’ve learned about pivoting and adjusting from some of t…

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Episode 209- Ryan Rayford: The Journey is Always Necessary 57:58

5M ago57:58

57:58

-Cuff and Mo sit down with one of their favorites as they chop it up with Ryan Rayford of Drew Estate Cigars. The newly minted National Account Manager talks about his climb up the ladder and how his work ethic and natural curiosity has helped him in life at every turn. Rayford describes what it felt like to get the promotion and how his daily resp…

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Why we love being Middlescents: Grace Creative LA’s Susan Lee Colby 33:58

5M ago33:58

33:58

We’re a spicy group, says Grace Creative LA founder Susan Lee Colby, “teenagers with money.” She says it with love—because she’s one of us and, as the founder of Grace Creative LA, she sees our potential. Susan points out Americans age 50 and up contribute so much to the U.S. economy that if we were counted as our own country, we’d constitute the w…

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Ep. 208- DAMM Whiskey: Elevate Every Moment 57:13

5M ago57:13

57:13

The guys sit down to chop it up with Ryan Willis and John Ekeocha of DAMM Whiskey. The co-owners of the brand new spirit open up about the inspiration behind the product and the journey they and rest of the ownership group have endured just to get their whiskey to the market. The guys talk about the sacrifices they’ve made as a collective from a ti…

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From boardroom to big screen: meet filmmaker Melissa Davey 42:43

5M ago42:43

42:43

We’re talking with filmmaker Melissa Davey whose documentaries focus on the adventures of women over 60 including Beyond Sixty and her newest film, Climbing into Life. But like the women she features in her films, Melissa is unexpected. Find out more in our The Dareful Project conversation. Transcript: Debra Hotaling (00:05): Hello and welcome to T…

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Ep. 207- Cuff & Mo: Find Your Tribe 28:26

5M ago28:26

28:26

-The guys sit down to talk about what it means to “find your tribe”. Mo opens up about some of the changes he’s made as he continues to grow personally and professionally. As the conversation opens up, Cuff gets Mo to really drill down on the details on how to make small incremental improvements over various areas of your life. The guys also examin…

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Meet 60-something bodybuilder Susan Guidi 47:16

6M ago47:16

47:16

Is it ever too late to get healthy? It’s always possible, says Susan Guidi, who went from soft bod to bodybuilder in her 60s. We talk about limiting beliefs that get in the way of reaching our health goals, why lifting weights is so important and what happens when we ask the question, “If I can do this, what else is possible?” How to find Susan: In…

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Ep. 206- Tony Green: Grief-stricken 1:28:05

6M ago1:28:05

1:28:05

-The guys sit down with Tony Green in a heavy interview about loss, grief and the aftermath of losing multiple loved ones in a short period of time. The native of Gary, Indiana opens up about the gut-wrenching journey he’s been on as he details the roller coaster of emotions that come with losing both parents and his daughter all within 18 months. …

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Get unstuck now: Becky Vollmer 39:52

6M ago39:52

39:52

We all face moments where we feel stuck. Becky Vollmer sees you. Vollmer is a speaker, journalist, yoga teacher and author of You Are Not Stuck: How Soul-Guided Choices Transform Fear into Freedom. We talk about how we get stuck—in our job, relationships, health-related choices—and what we can do right now to move forward. She reminds us that inten…

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Break the hurry habit: Carl Honore 33:55

6M ago33:55

33:55

Carl Honoré is a journalist, author and TED speaker. He’s also the voice of the global Slow Movement. He has written a series of books on the topic of slowness, slow parenting, slow living and ageing, and he travels the world as a speaker, sharing how to thrive in a fast world. His TED Talks have millions of views. Carl also has a new book coming o…

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Ep. 205- Cuff & Mo: TVLP’s Outlook for 2024 53:05

6M ago53:05

53:05

-In the first episode of 2024, the guys chop it up about their final reflections on 2023 and what they expect from themselves as they kickoff the new year. The conversation opens up with their thoughts on everything that has transpired in just the first two weeks of the year. Things then take a turn as they examine the lessons of 2023 and how they …

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Trying Rusty Ballet: Jess Grippo 27:38

7M ago27:38

27:38

Jess Grippo is a force of nature: author, a TEDx speaker and founder of Dance Again, a New York City dance studio that offers a welcoming space for rusty dancers and newbies alike. One of her most popular offerings is Rusty Ballet where, she says, “creaky joints and cranky people are welcome.” We talk about how she came up with the idea of Rusty Ba…

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Ep. 204: Cuff & Mo- A wrap for 2023 55:15

7M ago55:15

55:15

-In the last episode of 2023, the guys take a look back at what they’ve learned and accomplished over the past 12 months. They examine their ups and downs and then they turn their attention to what fans and listeners can expect from them in 2024.

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How to make healthy choices: a conversation with Kim Alexis 26:07

7M ago26:07

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Kim Alexis is one of the most recognized faces in the modeling industry. She’s been on the cover of over 500 magazines, appeared in six Sports Illustrated swimsuit issues and has walked the runway for top designers around the world. She’s written 11 books, both fiction and nonfiction, but is mainly known for her clean-living eBooks. Now in her 60s,…

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Find your one wild and precious life: a conversation with Diana Dunbar Place 32:57

8M ago32:57

32:57

Poet Mary Oliver writes, “tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” It’s a question Diana Dunbar Place is obsessed with. She’s the founder of Third Act Quest which helps guide folks as they’re figuring out this second arc of life—how we live, work, play and serve. We talk about leaps of faith, rising strong from ligh…

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Ep. 203- Alex Marley: Discipline, Fitness and Diet for 2024 1:18:08

7M ago1:18:08

1:18:08

The guys sit down with Alex Marley to discuss health and the disciplined approach it takes to get in shape as we approach the year 2024. Alex breaks down his moment of clarity and how it forced him to take his health more seriously. The fitness professional talks about having the proper mindset and expands on the product that he has put on the mark…

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How to pivot with purpose: a conversation with Chris Preuss 38:22

8M ago38:22

38:22

Like many of us, Chris Preuss spent much of his adult life working up the corporate ladder—the nights, the weekends, the career moves—and he rose up the ranks to become a senior exec with a number of companies you would recognize. And then, he made a decision that dramatically changed his life: he left it all behind to lead a Christian ministry. We…

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Ep. 202- Jasmine Dudley: All Things Arbitrage 1:00:21

8M ago1:00:21

1:00:21

The guys sit down with Atlanta native Jasmine Dudley to discuss corporate housing, being a real estate entrepreneur and the growth mindset that it takes to make it all happen. Dudley talks about her background and the curiosity that ultimately lead her down this road and the steps she’s taken to help others prosper like she does.…

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What's our superpower? Our own lives. An encore conversation with Kris Evans 44:48

8M ago44:48

44:48

“Don’t ever not be curious.” That’s Kris Evans’ advice for tapping into our creative superpowers. Evans is an awarding winning makeup artist with experience in feature films, television, commercials, music videos, fashion editorial and advertising. She started her career in New York City working with Barbara Walters, Saturday Night Live, feature fi…

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Get Older. Own It. See Stuff. A conversation with Caddis Founder Tim Parr 33:46

8M ago33:46

33:46

Remember that scene in Pretty Woman where Julia Roberts tries to buy a new dress and no one will take her money? That’s how it feels to be a 50+ consumer. Then there’s Caddis. CEO and Founder Tim Parr says it’s a mission disguised as an eyewear company: “Get Older. Own It. See Stuff.” And we totally believe it. Who else would have the cajónes to qu…

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Ep. 201- Maurice Philogene: Try Life On 58:43

8M ago58:43

58:43

Mo sits down with one of the most accomplished people to be on the show to date, Maurice Philogene. The Boston native talks about what it means to not be shackled by the status quo of what society thinks we as individuals are supposed to be. Philogene talks about his upbringing and how a trip to France helped to broaden his horizons in his formativ…

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How to Decide "Should We Move?" A Discussion with Ageist's David Stewart 27:04

9M ago27:04

27:04

Ageist Founder David Stewart thought he was moving temporarily to Park City, Utah from Los Angeles. Four years later, he’s still there. And he has done a lot of reflecting about what we gain and lose when we move somewhere new. Whether you’re thinking about downsizing, starting new in an Italian village or chucking it all and RV’ing around the coun…

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Ep. 200- Cuff & Mo: TVLP Turns 200! 59:13

9M ago59:13

59:13

It’s episode number 200! The guys sit down for a conversation amongst themselves about gratitude, perseverance and the growth they’ve seen in each other as individuals since the show started. The guys take a look back to reflect on the beginnings of the show and those who have helped to get them to this point. A list of thank you’s is followed by a…

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Unlimit Your Life: A Conversation with Michael Clinton 45:46

9M ago45:46

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Change surrounds us, says Michael Clinton, author of ROAR into the second half of life (before its too late). And he should know. As one of the longest-serving top executives in the magazine publishing world leading Hearst Magazines, he's witnessed the seismic shifts in that industry. We talk about how he moved from exec to entrepreneur, how to ans…

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Ep. 199- Devin Cara: World’s Hairiest Bodybuilder 1:22:48

9M ago1:22:48

1:22:48

They guys sit down with Devin Cara to discuss growth mindset, veganism, beard competitions and how he went viral as a hairy body builder. The native of Springfield, Missouri opens up about the last few years of his life as a corporate nomad and how he has turned what others would deem as a negative into a positive at every turn. A proud vegan, Cara…

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Friendship as Extreme Sport: An Interview with Kim Coutts 32:17

10M ago32:17

32:17

Friendship as extreme sport? If you're Kim Coutts, yes. After life threw her some curveballs, Coutts decided she needed to get brave about new relationships. And she's leaned into the challenge the way some of us would train for a triathalon or climb Mt. Whitney. In other words, all in and pushing to the limit. Hear her practical advice and what ha…

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Ep. 198- Sean Clayton: The Alchemy of Abundance 2:22:25

10M ago2:22:25

2:22:25

The guys sit down with Sean Clayton for a deep discussion about growth and the concept of alchemy and abundance. The Dallas native talks about the highs and lows he's experienced personally and how it led him down the road to personal enlightenment. Now with a renewed spirit and sense of self, Clayton gives the guys an explanation of what alchemy r…

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The Power of Connection: An Interview with Dr. Jennifer Wong, Director of Wallis Annenberg GenSpace 44:25

10M ago44:25

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Meet Dr. Jennifer Wong, Director of the Wallis Annenberg GenSpace. GenSpace is a place--it's here in Los Angeles and offers lifelong learning to seniors in the community. But it's also a big idea. And a learning lab: how people of different ages can forge true friendships. How to keep us cur4ious and active (hint: bellydancing classes!) They're als…

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Ep. 197- Mike Morawski: It’s Never Too Late 1:00:53

10M ago1:00:53

1:00:53

-Cuff and Mo sit down with veteran real estate investor Mike Morawski in a wide ranging conversation about perseverance, growth and VISION. The Chicago native opens up about how he got his start in the real estate business and how despite his best efforts and intentions, he had to endure a 10 year sentence in federal prison. Morawski talks about ho…

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Re-Finding Faith: An Interview with Rabbi Judy Greenfeld 39:52

11M ago39:52

39:52

Guest Rabbi Judy Greenfeld explains to us how you move from a career in fitness to one of faith, what she's learned along the way and how we can begin to explore our own spiritual questions even if we've been away for a while. https://rabbicantorjudy.org/By Debra Hotaling

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Ep. 196: Ryan Cuffee- Un-CUFFED 1:33:22

11M ago1:33:22

1:33:22

-RECONSTRUCTION is the tone of this episode. The guys switch it up as they turn on the microphones and Cuff opens up about the major transition he’s gone through, professionally and personally, over the first eight months of 2023. The C.E.O of the show talks describes what he’s learned about himself after going through a divorce to start the year a…

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Ep. 195- Meghan Nelson: FEAR is NOT real 49:05

11M ago49:05

49:05

Cuff and Mo sit down with the creator and founder of Dr. Goodburns Tequila, Meghan Nelson. The Buffalo native opens up about her background and the unconventional path she's taken to get one of the coolest tequila brands in the industry ready to hit the shelves. Dedication and determination are discussed as Meghan details what led her to making a r…

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Ep. 194- Dr. Robb Kelly: Fear is an Inside Job 47:43

11M ago47:43

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-Mo hops on with the world renowned Dr. Robb Kelly to talk about overcoming our own failures and why fear is an imaginary concept. Dr. Kelly opens up about his past struggles with alcohol and how his fork in the road moment has led to where he is now as one of the most respected voices in the growth mindset space.…

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The Dareful Project Season 2 Intro 1:44

1y ago1:44

1:44

Welcome to season 2 of The Dareful Project: a podcast series where we learn how to reimagine our lives. In season 1, we covered a lot of ground: how to date at 67, say goodbye to an old career and invent a new one and maybe my favorite, how to roll with life. Season 2 leans even further into the joy and messiness that comes with living deeply. It's…

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Ep. 193- LaKenya Rose Barrett: Lead With Love 1:32:11

12M ago1:32:11

1:32:11

The guys sit down with LaKenya Rose Barrett to discuss VISION, entrepreneurship, adversity and what it means to lead with love. The business owner talks about her background and how the loss of her father at an early age ultimately set her on the path to leadership inn all aspects of her life. As a realtor in the DFW territory, Rose Barrett talks a…

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Ep. 192- Vita & Aileen: Your Dreams Don’t Care About Your Feelings 58:47

1y ago58:47

58:47

-Cuff and Mo sit down with Vita Vasquez and Aileen Pesante, the owners of Next Gen Tax & Financial Services. The duo opens up about the ups and downs they've experienced on their way to forming one of top tax and financial services company in the country. Vita details how serving almost a decade in prison served as the catalyst to her completely tu…

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Ep. 191- Will Harris: All About The Hustle 1:36:07

1y ago1:36:07

1:36:07

-Cuff and Mo sit down with Will Harris, the owner of The Hustle Marketing & Design Agency. The Shreveport native talks about the route he took from the oil and gas business to eventually working his way into the digital marketing world and owning one of the top marketing agencies in the country. The guys discuss what it means to really do the work …

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Ep. 190- Jason Elias pt. 2: What It Means to be a DON 1:03:34

1y ago1:03:34

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-The guys continue their conversation about all the different areas of manhood with Jason Elias in part 2 of an intimate and transparent conversation. Jason really opens up about his view on what it takes to make your dreams and aspirations a reality. The interview takes a turn to the concept of chess as Jason uses it to describe what it means to h…

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Ep. 189- Jason Elias: The Modern Day Don 58:22

1y ago58:22

58:22

-In the first of a two part interview, the guys sit down with Jason Elias to discuss business, brand building and what it means to be a man in 2023. The New York native talks about his background in Brooklyn and the importance of things like respect and having reverence for those who have come before you. Jason talks about the lessons he learned as…

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Ep. 188 - Raz Stafford Grady: Finance Yourself 1:08:22

1y ago1:08:22

1:08:22

-Cuff and Mo make the trip to Cedar Hill to sit down with Roz Stafford-Grady, the owner of Smoking Jackets Cigar Lounge. The DFW native talks about how being introduced to cigars by her brother in-law set her on a path that would see her leave a 20 year career in the barber industry so she could open up a lounge of her own. Roz opens up about the c…

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Ep. 187- Hemal Patel: The Secret 1:25:09

1y ago1:25:09

1:25:09

-The guys sit down with Hemal Patel to discuss the ugly side of being an entrepreneur and what it means to go from riches to rags. Hemal talks about what it looks like for a business owner to go from the highest of highs to bleeding out and being on the verge of financial ruin and losing everything. Patel opens up about his mindset and how his refu…

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#3.4.BONUS – You, Planet Earth & Interbeing 24:41

1y ago24:41

24:41

Series 3 – Episode 4: BONUS – Join Julia for her recent lecture as part of the Masters in Happiness Studies on Taking Wholebeing Happiness to the next level - for you & Planet Earth. Explore Interbeing; its definition, where it comes from, who’s behind it and why it’s important to you and to the Happiness Revolution. We’ll touch on the systemic vie…

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Ep. 186- Anna Barringer: Living Out Loud 1:11:10

1+ y ago1:11:10

1:11:10

--Cuff and Mo sit down with Anna Barringer to discuss what it looks like behind the curtain for a young professional running their own social media company. As the owner of the Loud Social Media Agency, Barringer talks about the various roles she held before setting up her own company and the lessons she learned that are still helping her today. Th…

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Ep. 185- Dr. Jake Tayler Jacobs: It’s Already Done 1:16:45

1+ y ago1:16:45

1:16:45

-Cuff and Mo sit down for round two with Dr. Jake Taylor Jacobs for a conversation about organization and building the proper leadership to sustain a company long term. The businessman opens up about some of the principles he uses to build companies and what it means to be truly dedicated to accomplishing the long term VISION that you set out for y…

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Ep. 184 - Amiya & Jerrod Collins: Feeding the Soul Without Harming It 57:20

1+ y ago57:20

57:20

Cuff & Mo make a trip to Grand Prairie to sit down with the Amya and Jerrod Collins, the owners of ItSo Vegan. The Ft. Worth natives open up about their background and how the lessons they learned as children helped them in their journey to ownership of one of the best vegan eateries in all of DFW. Amya describes how the need to help her son starte…

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