Becoming Better Ancestors
Becoming a Better Ancestor explores how personal development, health, wealth, and parenting intersect to help us show up as the best versions of ourselves—now and for future generations.
I’m Teevee, your host, sharing my stories, philosophies, and a big dose of humor and sarcasm, alongside raw honesty and vulnerability.
I believe that when you become a better person, you naturally become a better parent—creating a legacy that lasts long after we’re gone.
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Episodes
60 episodes
Taking Care of Your Health Isn’t Self-Care. It’s Survival
Most people don’t take their health seriously until something breaks. For me, it was family loss, busted knees, and the creeping truth that this body won’t last forever.This episode is raw. It’s about walking when it hurts, running after...
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16:50
Breaking the Habit I Thought Was Just “Part of the Job”
I run a digital marketing agency. Social media is part of my job.And still, I went 26 days without scrolling.This episode unpacks what happened when I finally blocked the feeds, deleted the apps, and took my brain off the algorithm’s...
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16:06
Fifty and Fabulous: Celebrating Life’s Relationships and Revelations
If you don’t talk to people one-on-one, silence starts writing the script, and it usually gets the story wrong.Right after turning 50, I realized most family tension has nothing to do with what was actually said. It’s about everything w...
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22:53
We Become Better Ancestors One Choice at a Time
Some of us grew up with yelling, silence, or just plain absence. And now we’re trying to build something better without a blueprint.In this episode, Brenda Siri and I talk about the quiet work of change. The kind that doesn’t make headli...
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56:35
Want a Stronger Relationship? Learn to Fight Better.
Most people never learn how to argue. They just repeat what they saw growing up, or avoid it altogether.In this episode, we talk about what it really means to fight fair, speak honestly, and stop letting little resentments pile up into r...
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15:57
Be Weird. Be You. That’s Where the Magic Is.
I was the kid drawing while everyone else played outside.Collecting bootleg tapes. Signing up for improv just because it felt right.In this episode, I talk about how being “weird” wasn’t a phase, it was the start of becoming myself....
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13:05
Anastacia’s College Update: New Courses, Lasting Friendships, & Opportunities
Before Anastacia packed her bags for another semester of college, we sat down to talk and hit record.She’s kicking off the term with exciting new classes, amazing new friends, and an internship that seemed too good to be true (and yes, i...
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30:38
“Get To” vs “Have To”: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
“I get to.” Three small words. One giant shift.In this episode, Dr. Matthew Arau shows how this mindset flips leadership from pressure to presence. It’s not about sugarcoating struggle, it’s about showing up with purpose. From the ...
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What Happens When Fathers Aren’t Heard (Or Allowed to Speak)
We were just sitting in the car, me and my daughter, talking about music.Then she played a song that quietly broke my heart.It told a story I never want to be part of.About a dad turned into a villain, not by truth but by pain an...
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9:47
How I Taught My Daughters to Celebrate Our Family Name & Legacy
What if your kids actually loved their last name? Pretty wild idea, right?I didn't like my family name when I was young, and neither did my friends. So when I became a dad, I decided to change that game completely!When my daught...
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22:13
Does Jealousy Add Value to Love?
While getting my haircut the other day, my stylist asked me, "Are you the jealous type?" It got me thinking about how jealousy often stems from insecurity in relationships. Honestly, if you trust your partner, there's ...
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7:43
New Name, Same Mission: Creating Legacy!
Creating a legacy that my grandkids will be proud of has always been my life's passion, and those who've followed my journey know how deeply I care about this. That's why I'm thrilled to announce our rebrand to "Becoming Better Ancestors"! ...
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Why People Love Me for saying 'No'—And Sometimes Hate Me for It Too
In this episode of The Teevee Show Podcast, I’m diving into a topic we often avoid: the art of saying "no." Many of us struggle with the discomfort of rejecting requests, whether it's from friends, family, or colleagues. I’ll share...
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10:33
The Parenting Paradox: When Stepping Back Is the Hardest Step Forward.
You know how we think the worry stops once our kids grow up? Spoiler alert: it doesn't.In this episode, I dive into my own experiences as a dad to adult daughters and even a grandpa. From tracking my kid's car during a storm to learning...
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10:35
How I Saved My Most Cherished Connections with a Simple Trick
Just wrapped up a new episode of The Teevee Show Podcast about something that's been on my mind lately.Ever notice how relationships can slip away as we get older? It's happened with some of my own family and friends, and I wanted to do...
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25:18
The $50 Christmas Experiment That Changed My Daughters' Lives & Eliminated Xmas Stress Forever
A $50 Christmas experiment transformed how my daughters understand money, extending far beyond the holidays.I just had to be willing to look like a Grinch in the process.What began as a simple lesson in a moment of desperation, ...
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16:17
The Role of Fatherhood in My Personal Transformation
Leading up to the birth of my first daughter, I felt the weight of responsibility and the pressure to grow up.I was just a clueless, lost kid and now I had a kid. Somehow, I had to figure it out.Here we are, 22 years later. But ...
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14:55
From Crayons to Career Goals: How Parent-Child Connections Shape Careers and Life Lessons
Get ready for a captivating episode of The Teevee Show Podcast, where I dive deep into a heartfelt and humorous conversation with my lovely daughter, Fe! Together, we navigate the wild journey of her new life as a mom—trust me, the...
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50:33
When the Bird Leaves the Nest: A Father-Daughter Tale of Staying Connected & Soaring Into Adulthood
Hey friends! In this episode of The Teevee Show Podcast, I sit down with my daughter Anastacia for a cozy and candid chat about her college adventures. We dive into everything from her initial fears and challenges to the unexpected joys of lear...
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54:31
Groove Therapy: Overcoming Insecurities One Dance at a Time
Hey there, Friends! Tune in to this episode of The Teevee Show Podcast where my friend Chris and I dive into our personal dance adventures. From tripping over our insecurities to discovering the incredible community that dance cultivates, we ex...
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58:37
Exciting News: From Fatherhood to Grandfatherhood
Hey everyone, it's Teevee from The Teevee Show Podcast! This episode is a special one where I open up about the highs and lows of my podcasting journey this year, including some unexpected challenges and amazing personal milestones...
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7:44
The Art of Meaningful Conversations | The Teevee Show Podcast
In this episode of The Teevee Show Podcast, I sit down, again, with my good friend Christopher Sam to dive deep into the art of effective communication. We tackle questions like how to know when you're communicating effectively and the importan...
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48:09
Inked Bonds: Family Crests and the Power of Shared Values
I'm thrilled to have the fantastic Chris Sam here with me, and we're about to peel back the layers on something we've all wrestled with the interplay of love and respect in our lives. We're going to share stories, drop some wisdom, and...
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Beyond the Board: A Podcast on Chess, Life, and Learning
In this episode of The Teevee Show Podcast, let as delve into the heartwarming journey of how a simple afterschool game club blossomed into a thriving chess community, transforming the lives of students and parents alike through the strategic w...
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41:58
Money Talks with Mike DeGroat: Unpacking Finance & Fatherhood
Join me on the first episode of The Teevee Show Podcast in 2024 where we dive into the intersection of fatherhood, personal development, and the crucial role of finances in our lives.In this episode, we sit down with financial advisor M...
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