BBP - Berendzen Bond Podcast

WHOA...another year gone. Another year of learning how to adjust to changes. Adaptation is a word that comes to mind, and for 2023, PREPARATION is main target.  I hope everyone had a great break, enjoyed your much deserved rest and relaxation. Time to return, and begin again. This episode, and all from now on, have improved audio with some professional help, and I'm working to improve even further as I'm just beginning to learn the new tools. Mainly, you should enjoy less clicking, mouth smacks, more consistent sound etc. Thank you Kyle!  Be Healthy Yall

An amazing and thoughtful conversation with Diego's previous 4th and 5th grade guide, Eduardo "Lalo" Martinez. I was honored to have him be a guide for Diego and also someone who is very encouraging of Sofia's baking which has given her much ownership of her own interests and skills.  Lalo is such an interesting and introspective person, and brings a seemingly bottomless well of knowledge and experience into any space he enters. I look forward to more conversations with him on different subject specifics in time. He has been involved in Montessori for almost 10 years and his passion for teaching only grows over time.  A father, Montessori guide, artist, actor, salsero, snowboarder, skateboarder, biker, hiker, reader, writer, healing arts trained and more.  Enjoy and as always, Be Healthy Yall To learn more about Headwaters go HERE 

The most humble and interesting data analyst, Tomi Keah, spent his valuable Sunday afternoon with Diego and I, and schooled us on many various topics he excels and works on. Many great lessons he shared with us, and many which can be applied right away. With a very unique and introspective way to analyze the world, he has a special skillset to bring many aspects of data in its various forms together like a story. Thank you Tomi!  Be Healthy Yall BBP INSTAGRAM

Whoa... Lots of info, saddle up. This is a follow up to Ep 79, and I go through the updates to the Ripple vs SEC court case that was started back in Dec 2020.  Its inception actually started back in 2016, and facts have been brought to light.  It is still ongoing, and I find it very interesting and it has taught me a massive amount about banking, digital assets, and what's happening in the world and how money and how we use it and move value is changing faster than we realize. Some links spoken about are: Ethereum Free Pass Speech John Deaton CryptoLawUS Abdul Ismail BOOKS Fiat Leak

We returned from awesome weekend of racing with family at Mammoth Race in Glen Rose, Texas, its return since 2019 due to tiny virus slowdown. SMH.  So happy to have TWO weekends of family time back to back.  I finally got myself in a kart like Diego has been racing in, and it is definitely harder than I thought, so more kudos to that kid. Take care and Be Healthy Yall BBP INSTAGRAM  MAMMOTH RACE

We're back and bouncing around some different subjects, as usual going through my random notes I collect through the weeks in between each episode.  Today we talked about editing on phones and tablets, an unexpected rowing champion, and manufacturing in America. Enjoy and Be Healthy Yall BBP Podcast Instragram

Welcome back! Year is cruising along. Today I sat with Sofia and talked about her latest passion, baking. Anyone at my office is well aware as I have had to offload, I mean share, the many treats she is creating. Dinners is what I'm pushing for, but who doesn't love cupcakes, cakes, buttercream, fondant, chocolate ganache, sprinkles and so on? Yeah, not the health food I envisioned but once her confidence hits level 19 Epic, other foods will be created. No fear of a kitchen is a strong skill and will be part of her life forever.  Take care and Be Healthy Yall  BBP Instragram

Back again, and much to cover.  We go over status of gokarting and the many details that encapsulate getting up to speed on them, as well as the evolution from an idea to where we are currently.  The focus and attention needed to compete I think helps with giving a big confidence boost needed during the transitional years of middle school too.  We chop it up and improv some which keeps this talk light and funny too, why not riff when we feel it? Take care and Be Healthy Yall INSTAGRAM

We're BACK!  I missed it, but we have much to share and will be back on regular schedule, learning and sharing as we go through this life.  I hope everyone is having a good summer, making the most of what time we have.  So much room for activities! Be well, and as always, Be Healthy.

Well, we finally aren't Covid ninjas anymore.  Whole house at least gets to endure it together, and glad we are getting through it ok.  Soon as the same weights I lift every other day felt 3 times heavier, I knew something was up.  I feel fortunate that didn't last long, but a reminder nonetheless how grateful I am to be in good health.   ---------- While home as a family, just us as we quarantine, it's a very close reminder of our time when Covid first had us all together for so long.  It's not as shocking this time, and familiar, and we are able to lean on some of the things that helped us during that time as we learned to share space and time.   ---------- Strange how this pandemic keeps bringing us closer together.   Be Healthy Yall

Today I cover some of "Can't Hurt Me" by David Goggins, some with and without Diego.  I'm often debating, even during conversation how to share things from books in a way that's helpful, not too boring, and understandable, and hopefully a lesson in there somewhere for both of us.   We have today, and can be better tomorrow if we choose.  We can all benefit from seeing how careful we are at protecting our sensitive egos, it's hard to notice.   A Buddist saying, "Its better not to wake those who wish to stay asleep." Be Healthy Yall

We had another phone podcast, in parking lot before soccer game. Conversation typical of our random thoughts, caught em again.

Whoa.  7.5 years have cruised by, Sofia my baby who slept on the patio couch in California for 6 months before moving back to the Lone Star State is days away from 8.  Taking a second to just pause and be in the moment as much as possible.  Minutes turn into hours, hours into days, days  into weeks, weeks  into months, months into years. Eyes open.  This is why health is wealth, I'm still looking to have fun with my family.  Be Healthy Yall

What's up with O- blood you ask?  Yeah you didn't but we're going to talk about it anyway.  So many questions from kids makes me realize I know so very, very little.  But, it gets me to learn more all the time.   I reflect a short bit on us all seeming to be in a new time, but not fully aware of how we've changed, or not giving it time to settle in as we notice it.  It's how its been for me.  And I'm grateful and hopeful for the future, and wish everyone well. Be Healthy Yall

Robert Salinas.  Air Force Veteran.  Racer.  Music Fan.  Friend.  Leader.  Bourbon Professor.   Find him HERE

30th Anniversary Ferrari Challenge kicked off at COTA here in Austin yesterday.  An ALL Ferrari event, with drivers from all over US, Canada, and one from Brazil.  This was a free event, open to the public.  If you go, make sure to go up the tower, its worth it. See site and stats HERE And we'll be seeing Austin's first pro team, the Austin FC Soccer team play against Miami today.  Me and Diego's first ever time to be there.   Get more info on Austin FC HERE We feel very grateful for such a great weekend and of course our health, home, and family.  Health is Wealth. Be Healthy Yall

Dr. David Perlmutter kills it again, next book on my list is Brain Wash.  Today I cover Brain Maker, which can be purchased HERE. A great read, I took longer to get through it than normal, and need to incorporate some of the fermented foods that he suggests, and also finally take a try at making yogurt in our pressure cooker.   It's another good reminder about the connection of food to our health and longevity, not just today. Hope you enjoy, Be Healthy Yall 

Diego picked up the book Chadwick Boseman, Forever our King at Barnes and Nobles last week and read through it quickly.  I'm glad he chose to learn more about his superhero favorites, and about the person behind the character.  I didn't know myself how much of an impact his entire career made in such a short lifespan, not just Black Panther.  This impact even is inspirational in the cooking show Sofia watches, which had a Marvel cake competition and the cooks making the Black Panther one sparked a very open dialogue about the challenges of being black in America and what that role meant for him.   --------------- We also just rant a bit and I'm amazed how much we all have to be grateful for, no matter how small or repetitive, or difficult.  Life is Beautiful. Be Healthy Yall  --------------- PS, I found a fish harness!! Boom! (Diego said this doesn't count btw haha) Click below to decide for yourself.  Sweden Fish in Harness

HUMBLED to have an incredible thought leader, artist, innovator, and all around beautiful human to share time with.  My friend and our guest is Ade, who has a resume that can not fit on his website as it grows daily.  Connecting and learning from others is what this podcast is all about, and naturally making time to learn more about my friends by making that time known to them that I truly value it. Please see just some of Ade's accomplishments at links below, and a few links to topics discussed. Be Healthy Yall. --- Ade Olufeko --- TEDx Lagos --- Visual Collaborative --- ENaira Rollout --- Ripple and Pyypl

Goodbye 2021, Hello 2022. Head up, Shoulders back, Eyes forward. Let's GO!   Happy New Year everyone, and as always,  Be Healthy Yall!!

This Christmas season is very different from 2020.  Today was an entire father daughter weekend, and we made sure to make the most of it.  Legos, hot chocolate, shopping, San Marcos Xmas Festival, a podcast and some Fro-Yo yo.   ------- I don't always get things right, I like anyone else take life and time for granted (less as I age I'm noticing), or let emotions get the better of me which blocks my ability to be present.  But today I feel like I got things right.  Especially seeing the most gigantic smile on Sofia's face after winning a stuffed animal at the carnival, and then upgrading it for the bigger one and carrying them around, holding them tightly.   ------- Be Healthy Yall and Happy Holidays

And he's BACK! After 2 years of craziness and lots of wheel to wheel under his racing belt, Brian came to hang and share some time with us.  Can't appreciate him enough for showing Diego what it's like to dedicate many hours, time, and resources to his passion of racing.  He has centralized his focus now on Grid Life Touring Cup, and improved his standing dramatically since we last sat with him.  As always such a calm and positive spirit, we're looking forward to seeing him again soon, on or off the track.   Links to all things DeFrees here: Main Website Grid Life Touring Cup Racing Instagram Photography Instagram Band on Spotify: American Vines American Vines Instragram

We came, we left, we came back, and now we're here but this time.....a new chapter shall begin.  A true chapter turn in life.  It's felt when it happens, and you know when it is what it is.  Reminds me of one podcast where I was thinking about life in 5 year sections, and this one is right about that.   We hang and just chat.  Things discussed are:  6th grade.  Middle School phenomenon that is a chapter turn in life itself.   Now the fun, Diego went to BIG BOUNCE AMERICA and saw THE ETERNALS which I look forward to seeing.  Thanks to a good friend with super cool parents, none other than Rob from podcast 11 way back in the early days of the BBP.  He'll be on again sometime I'm sure. Take care and Be Healthy Yall

While I'm still reading "Brain Maker" by Dr. Perlmutter, I thought we should just have a round table of nothing particular.  Inflatable unicorns, dogs losing their minds, or whatevs.   Enjoy and Be Healthy Yall.  Smiling uses less muscles than frowning.  Just saying.

Love this new ritual.

This focus on habit is truly a spotlight on the work it takes to create good habits.  Many things we share are the outcome of habits that help us enjoy time together as a family and support each other's interests and health.   Cheerio and Happy Sunday...yay its not 100 degrees anymore! Be Healthy Yall

An amazing series of events led up to this episode.  From worrying about how to pull it off, to crypto investments going up high enough to fund this epic adventure and not break our normal bank, to landing at an airport and our rental car not being given to us....which ended up becoming a very cool experience on Amtrak which was nice for all of us to experience.  One main goal was going to be achieved no matter what, see my friend get married.  That one thing, turned into a very special 2 weeks with my family.   This is also our 3 Year Anniversary of the podcast, THANK YOU EVERYONE for listening. Take care and I'll keep reading so Diego and I can cover the next book, and he can tell us about Beta Games for Oculus. Be Healthy Yall!

After almost 8 years, finally a Father-Daughter camp trip is in the books of history.  Alot hotter than California camping, and, more bugs and sweat.  But totally worth it.  Thanks to wonderful family opening up a spot on the G.O.A.T. Ranch in Glen Rose.  Oh yeah and we got some jokes for you.  Dad Jokes.  Get some. Get your goat yoga ON this Sunday! The GOAT Ranch Be Healthy Yall!

Get some!  Here are some links for further learning. FLARE HOMEPAGE FLARE FINANCE FAQ PAGE BIFROST WALLET DCENT WALLET Don't be scared to go deeper into the matrix of the future.  It's going to happen whether you want it to or not. If you want to follow the Crypto Twitterverse, here's my TWITTER PROFILE Cheerio! Be Healthy Yall

A solo deep dive, Part 1, of my blockchain and crypto research.   Only me, no Diego, so don't fall asleep. Here is link to some research, however, it is constantly updating and growing.   LINK TO RESEARCH Main Site RIPPLE HOME PAGE If you want to follow the Crypto Twitterverse, here's my TWITTER PROFILE Cheerio! CB

Today we catch up on our Hill Country Kart Club recon missions, getting Xbox remote play setup, and then Diego breaks down his favorite camp, Wet and Wild Camp. https://www.hillcountrykartclub.com/ https://wetwildcamp.com/ Be Healthy Yall Follow us on Instagram

A major step has been taken, Diego's first solo led podcast! Very proud of him.  It's with his cousin and GP, a short one but still big accomplishment of leading it without me in the room.  I foolishly expected it to go longer, but had to later acknowledge to him what he did and apologize for not first recognizing what he just achieved.  A lesson for me for sure, one we can probably all relate to when we have certain expectations and allow those to block our view of the good things right in front of us.   I hope he can enjoy and see what I'm trying to do for him, and who knows what he'll think of this journey later.  I plan to have more talks with GP later and get into the nitty gritty of the patience needed to restore a part of your past and present.  Be Healthy Y'all

Well well well, the world of VR is here to stay I think.  Diego schools me, per usual, about emerging tech because I do not know how to game.  Groups, chats, rooms, etc....he's on it.  I'll stick to my old man stuff, for now.  Another nice short hang. Here's the links to one of the games he talked about, and one of my favorite science sites. LINK to Rec Room  SciTech HOMEPAGE Be Healthy Yall! Follow us on Instagram

Finally! Uncle Craig got to jump on the mic and school us on his epic journey of life and plumbing.  How it steered his life and what is going on currently in his industry, which affects all of us every day and gets overlooked or taken for granted most days.....WATER.  Plumbing and water, which elevates our livelihood and lifestyle dramatically.  We can't thank people working in the trades enough. ----------------------- I'm really happy to have time to spend with family, especially in person.  Cheers to the future! ----------------------- If you're interested in the trades and live in Dallas, Texas, please go to: ----------------------- https://ualocal100.org/ ----------------------- Or if you're in Central Texas: ----------------------- https://southwestpipetrades.com/local-unions/local-286-austin ----------------------- As always,  Be Healthy Y'all

Nothing major.  Chit chat, and its like that. Cheers to everything to be grateful for.  Yeah, she's 7 now. whoa. Be Healthy Yall

My good friend and fellow colorist in LA, one of the hardest working and real people in this world I'm fortunate enough to know, Marcelo Aprile. ------------------------- He was born and raised in Brazil, moved the US at 20 years old to help the future for himself and his family.   Then returned to Brazil with skills he pushed hard for here in the states, overcoming many obstacles that engulf you in Los Angeles, and in post production he thrived.  Then, returned yet again to the US, and his journey like many of ours is absolutely no straight line.   ------------------------- Was happy to have more memories shared with Diego from a friend. ------------------------- Enjoy and relish your hobbies and creative outlets, they are worth much more than you realize. ------------------------- Be Healthy Yall ------------------------- Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bbp.podcast/

Another song by my favorite rapper Aesop Rock, from the album Spirit World Field Guide.  I do recommend. Here's link to the video and the lyrics. One of the most under appreciated poets of our time. --------------- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQN78fUpSwY --------------- https://genius.com/Aesop-rock-the-gates-lyrics --------------- As always, be Healthy Yall!  

Wow....seeing people again.  Very strange indeed.  But man am I happy to have had the forced opportunity this past year to straighten things out I had overlooked and ignored for too long.  Feeling better about where we are and how my family pulled through this time with strength and positivity that will continue to grow.   --------------------- With so much happening so fast, I forgot to talk about my favorite part of visiting my favorite park in San Antonio, Yanaguana Park (link below).  Diego and I played ping pong outside while Sofia and Melissa played near the giant splash pad.  Another day where we got it right, in our eyes, in what we want for us as a family.  Time.  Time together.   --------------------- Be Healthy Yall  --------------------- https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g60956-d8726243-Reviews-Yanaguana_Garden-San_Antonio_Texas.html

Exploring this book has been enlightening, and definitely deepened my knowledge of what dedication to spreading health, happiness and strength looks like.  I first read Becoming the Iceman awhile back, and it inspired me then, but this book further explained the updates to what the WHM is capable of. ------------------ Here is a link to the book, and the artist that I hired to draw the picture of Wim. ------------------ Take care and Be Healthy Yall ------------------ https://ambrojordiart.blogspot.com/ ------------------ https://www.amazon.com/Wim-Hof-Method-Activate-Potential/dp/1683644093

Totally random convo, using Mind Games by Michael Powell as a conversation starter.  Spring Break 2021 is over, the feeling this year versus spring break 2020 is much, much different.  At this time last year, we were all spraying door handles, changes hand towels every 10 seconds, and wiping down every bag and every grocery coming into the house.  We were bringing up the battle gates and filling the moats.  But this year, after much has been learned, the weight is beginning to lift, and I foresee a great future ahead.  -------------------------- Get sleep, drink water, get in some sunshine, and enjoy yourselves out there. -------------------------- Be Healthy Yall

Hello Happy Sunday.  Today I sat with Sofia and just went over what we did this weekend, and as unimportant as it may seem on the outset, in my opinion its definitely not.  We forget things quite quickly being humans in this world, and to miss reminiscing about 24 hours ago is a good thing.  We got to see a farm that has been around since 2004, and that provides our weekly organic veggies.  The kids got to run down the long dirt paths and be surrounded in the fields.   ---------------- We bought veggie starts and planted them in our small garden which I hope proves successful this year.  Then went to McKinney Roughs which was an amazing space with way more than expected.  Zip lines we'll have to do on next trip there.  Walking in nature with good friends and our kids was a very special day to not forget.  ---------------- Take care and Be Healthy Yall ---------------- https://www.lcra.org/parks/mckinney-roughs-nature-park/ ---------------- https://www.jbgorganic.com/events

Today Diego and I had the pleasure and honor of speaking with Glen Young, a longtime friend who I haven't spent nearly enough time in person with.  He has lived and continues to live his passion for climbing and mountaineering.  He shares some of the genesis of how he became to be a Martial Arts Muay Thai instructor in Thailand, ice climbing in Alaska, Washington St., Nepal, amongst many others.   -------------------- There is always more to learn and I hope you gain as much as I did from his endless and compassion for the world and our society as a whole.  He lives in line with his values and pursues expanding his knowledge always.  If you are ever planning to go on a short or long expedition, find this wonderful person and go for it. -------------------- Here is his Bio from Miyar Adventures.   Local Guide & Climbing Programs Director Glen has been working as an alpine guide for sixteen years, having led trips in North America, South America, Africa, Asia, and the South Pacific. Glen's climbing and guiding career has included seventeen climbs above 20,000 ft., including technical climbs of peaks such as AmaDablam and Kyajo Ri in Nepal and big glacier routes in Alaska. He's climbed routes on El Cap, Half Dome, and Big Walls in Zion in addition to hundreds of multi-pitch rock routes around the globe. Here in the Pacific Northwest he enjoys guiding complex alpine objectives such as the North Ridge of Forbidden Peak and the North Face of Mt. Shuksan. Previously, Glen guided white-water expeditions and taught martial arts. When not in the office or the field with Miyar he runs a nonprofit in Nepal that provides training to Nepalese mountain guides and funds infrastructure in remote areas of the Himalayas (www.karmaproject-nepal.org). Glen is an AMGA Assistant Rock Guide and Apprentice Alpine Guide who is working toward IFMGA certification, which is the highest level of certification available to professional mountain guides. -------------------- https://www.miyaradventures.com/our-guides-2/

Well well isn't time to do some adulting one sided reading.  You get to hear my soothing voice read through "Nudge" by Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein.  Very interesting read, and most surprising, it nudged me to action.   ------------ At end is short catch up with the kids which I hope you enjoy. ------------ As always, Be Healthy YALL

A big smile on Diego's face, that what I do this for.  Having close friends with such amazing lives and talents beyond what can be touched on in an hour.  I look forward more conversations with Robert, who shares experiences from childhood to current adulthood about Baja Mexico off-road racing, building pre-runners, racing dirt bikes, and pushing himself further every step of the way.  ---- He rides and races for fun, but is also a highly credited camera operator and film producer on films such as "Driving Dirty", "Formula Drift", and "Suzuki Speaks" to name a few. ---- Enjoy and Be Healthy Yall

Here we are, the long awaited end to 2020.  But through all the changes in almost everything, we have gained a chance to look at how we spend our time, how we spend our money, where we put energy, how to help ourselves and others more.  It's been an introspective one for sure, and our country is forced to face how we make and buy foods, what problems our current food system has created, and people and organizations have already been making amazing changes that will become the new norm.   ____ It always seems like we over-correct as a household and as a country and as a planet.  But during this time, I'm grateful for all we have and being able to connect with many friends and family I hadn't previously.   ____ Happy New Year and Be Healthy Yall

Hello, we are in Zoom land, a perfect sign and sound for ending 2020.  Diego, and all of us really, have become very comfortable and used to Zoom for meeting and talking with one another. We just hang, and here is a link to build your own versions of the Lexus LFA. https://blog.lexus.co.uk/lexus-lfa-paper-model/ Be Healthy Yall

This is what's left after four amazing days of family you haven't seen in months.  Kids are thoroughly exhausted and not into it, but I have to capture what I can, even if it's only 20 minutes of their voices and their time.  They are here.  They won't always be.  It's not the conversation, it's that we're having one, and I'm listening, I'm wanting to be here with them.  It is absolutely necessary for to do this in some capacity, as I quite often am mentally jumping to the future where I'm sitting in the same room, but it is painfully silent as I listen to only my breath, then simultaneously being present with my two young children, unaware of how truly momentary these days are.  I hope all of you were able to find moments or more of deepened appreciation, especially for all the things we have and who we have in our lives. -- Be Healthy Yall -- Tyson still has it!! Saturday night fight was a draw with Roy Jones.  Google that in the future haha.

Houston born and raised, she pursued barbering after 13 years as a stylist, during which time she lived and worked in San Francisco and New York before returning to Texas.  She shared with us her journey to connecting with her profession, and will be opening her own trailer here in East Austin soon. - A life changing illness led her to begin creating her own barber products, free from toxins, which brought her personal relief, and every client and the barber community at large will benefit from them soon. - She also talked about her journey to connecting with her ancestral roots of being Native American, and her participation in the Standing Rock protests in 2016 against the Dakota Access Pipeline. - We appreciate her being in our lives, and I am inspired by her spirit to push through all obstacles to pursue her calling and improving her craft and lifestyle no matter what comes before her. - Please go and support her and get the best haircut of your life. - https://www.facebook.com/proudpeoplebarber - https://www.instagram.com/lowkeyhiq/ - Be Healthy Yall

Ahhhhhh yes....American Election time.  No, not discussing it here much.  Instead....I try to illuminate what my confused and spinning mind is like.  Being home with all its perks, differences, changes...what's happening in the background of my thoughts while trying to spend (and not miss) time with my kids, all while not allowing the drastic change of daily life to steer me back toward familiar territory.  We are creatures of habit, and this quarantine routine has its ups and downs.  We all have much to be grateful for, even if I'm looking at not fun facts, it lights up what good is possible.  So, step into my head if you dare..... Be Healthy Yall

This is an audio presentation for Diego's school assignment, and I thank his guides at school for giving him this option as a way to share what he learned.   Short and I try to pull as much info out of him as possible, and he surprises me with what he knows and with some big words.  Good stuff.  Sometimes even 10 minutes of someone looking at you in the eye and listening can make your week.   Be Healthy Y'all

Good times!  We loosen up and dive into some fart science for the stay at home issues we've been wondering about.  Thank you Dollar Shave Club for all my razors, and the steady stream of hilarious science. Be Healthy Y'all

Today Diego and I got to hear the inside details of what it takes to bring a video game to life, and what it takes to pursue a life of making them.  Our friend Dan came and dropped some knowledge on us.  He has spent his adult life making games in all aspects, and is now Game Director and leads from the top to create them with his team.  From 2D to  Oculus games, he's done it all. Thanks Dan for hanging with us, and we'll see you on the trails. Be Healthy Yall!

Happy Sunday, today we went over a book from the Warrior Kid series that Diego had read last year, which Sofia has now started reading.  She finished this one, and I'm always impressed with the writing as its just as much for adults as for kids, lesson wise.   It covers bullying, overcoming problems, facing fears, taking responsibility, and more.  I'm glad to have found them and that my kids can learn (as well as me) important lessons and reminders for myself on how to address positive direction for all of us.   Here is the link to the site for the other books and gear. https://www.warriorkid.com/ Be Healthy Yall

All right, back at it.  Diego and I chat about school starting up, summer being over, and Starlink and holes in your head.  That's how we roll. I let him escape before I read a bit from Food Fix, which is very detailed in its suggestions for health and how we can all play a role in reversing the damage that has amassed from passively consuming whatever is easiest and/or cheapest.  It also details how that a large portion of our population doesn't have a choice and are surrounded by bad options, which is hard to overcome.  There is always light at the end of the tunnel, and my appreciation goes out to everyone working to change that. As always, thanks for listening. Be Healthy Yall

Well well, time flies when you're having fun.  We have passed two years and plan to keep it going.   I will keep reading (and actually finish) and bring you more notes and research.  This virus has me distracted often, so I'm a little all over the place.   We still get our workouts in, bike rides, sleep, eating well.  Our victory garden is in and first sprouts are coming up too!   This is also a time to do some spring/summer house cleaning, give away all you can or don't need, and realize many of us have more than we can or do use.   If you want to stay at the ranch with Alpacas, here's the link https://www.airbnb.com/users/show/342253808 Looks like we have a 2020-2021 school year of remote learning for many, so getting a good dedicated space for the kids I'm hoping will help with getting into the zone.   Take care of yourselves more than you ever have, listen to your body, and of course... Be Healthy Yall

After many weeks of attempts, we finally connected for our second zoom podcast, this time with my big brother Kenneth.  He is a professor at the University of Tuëbingen, an artist, dad, husband, and first one in our family to settle back in Germany after many generations after our ancestors immigrated to the states.  Ethan, one of his twin sons joins in and tells us about school and other kid stuff.   Please excuse the audio hiccups every once in awhile, life must go on. Take care and be Healthy Yall!

More cousins yay! My cousin Jessica and her husband Guillermo hang with me and Diego.  He works for FEMA and she works for CDC.  We don't get too much into that, it's more about just being together.  Some of my favorite people for sure.   Fun fact, Jessica is Jacob's sister.   Our first zoom podcast, and the longest one to date. Take care and Be Healthy Yall

The kids and I hang for a bit, thinking back on a weekend that we spent on a small ranch for July 4th weekend.  We are continuing with our social distancing, which also allows us to get more quality time with the kids.  I do miss being with other friends and family, but it is special to have the kids all to ourselves and maximize a time in their lives where they love being close to us.    We played cards, swam all day, and we spent every meal together sharing appreciation and gratefulness that all of it is even possible.   We are aware it can't be that way for everyone, and that we should know how grateful we need to be for these moments.  I got to sit in a small horse barn, watching Diego pet the 3 dogs for long stretches of time, watch Sofia swim stronger than ever and gain confidence in the pool.   Coach him as he drove the Ranger with enthusiasm across the ranch, and also teach them both pool, and of course dual in ping pong with Diego who beat me every time.  His great-grandfather would be proud.   In the mornings, I rode my mountain bike around the perimeter and put the dual shocks to work, and found a nice quiet spot in the middle of the large open land to pause, and sit quietly, making sure I recognize how special of a time it is, and how fortunate we are to even find moments like these.  

Cousins!! Yes, a sit down with the hosts with the most, my cousins Jacob and Brandie Smith.  Jacob and I used to catch minnows in the creek as kids on the land where he grew up, and this weekend I camped with Diego by that same creek.  This couple never cease to amaze me with their sense of adventure and physical capabilities.  And bonus, they are fun too!  Huge thanks to them for sitting down with me immediately after our last episode with Diego.   We get to listen from Jacob about his long dirt bike journeys on the Transamerica Trail, the Continental Divide, and a solo mission through New Mexico, he also works for Comanche Peak Nuclear Plant in Glen Rose, and enlightens us on real details from the inside. Brandie, rancher and goat yoga extraordinaire gets to drop more knowledge and I can't get enough.  So cool to sit and just listen and learn more about my family, we should close a door, and look in each other's eyes and just listen.  It's amazing what you learn from one another. https://www.instagram.com/the_goatsmith/ Be Healthy Yall

Epic Texas camping this weekend for annual Father-Son camping trip at The Greatest of All Time Ranch, at my cousin's and uncle and aunt's land in Glen Rose, Texas.   AND, bonus to sit down finally with my cousin Brandie Smith, a Goat Yoga owner, rancher, tractor driver, and meditation loving super woman.  https://www.instagram.com/thegoatranchtx/ https://www.instagram.com/brandiensmith/ Happy Father's Day! Be Healthy Ya'll

Alot has been weighing on my mind.  I wasn't sure how to say anything, but knew I needed to.  With the encouragement of close friends, I speak up, and not ignore that I have time and a microphone and a duty as a father, husband, and member of society to do so.   Was I hesitant? Yes.   Do I have opinions?  Yes.   I thought it better to learn more, speak up, and open myself to conversation as I typically don't.   If you have any thoughts, or wish to reach me for this or any other episode, you can email me here.  I don't get around to checking it often but when I do I promise to write back. berendzenbond@gmail.com In this episode, I take you down a historical path, with my thoughts and ideas sprinkled in, and finally arrive at my closing thoughts and statements. If possible, I ask that you listen to it in its entirety for full impact.   Thank you, and Be Healthy Yall Some links referred to in this episode: Black Wall Street documentary Huey P on "People are Talking" Moses Powell Here are further resources put together by Kickstarter, Black Lives Matter

I sit down again with the now 6 year old Sofia, or otherwise known as, Fia.  We talk about queso mostly.  Enjoy! Be Healthy Yall

So today we do a follow up on Shoe Dog by Phil Knight.  The story is nail biting and we left off on a cliff hanger, so soon we'll find out the rest.   I also read a bit from Lawrence Krauss's book, which I barely comprehended most of, but learned about the extreme patience and diligent persistence of many scientists and researchers on their quest for new knowledge.  Some waiting for decades to be validated in their hypotheses.   Again, we touch on how being at home with one another is going as well. Take care and Be Healthy Yall

Good afternoon everyone, today we talked about Mez Data, a local graffiti artist.   He would have been with us in person,  so we discussed his art, and his use and incorporation of the third eye.  It was fun to sit and chat with Diego, and hear his thoughts on the zoom sessions. https://www.instagram.com/mezdata Thanks for listening! If you love goats, check out our family here https://www.facebook.com/thegoatranchTX/ Stay healthy Yall!

I kept thinking to myself the word 'sometimes' lately.  Sometimes I need space, sometimes I want nothing more than to be together, sometimes I want things exactly as they are, sometimes I want everything familiar again, sometimes I welcome the wave of change that is our whole life if we look back for a second, and know we are the future's past. So, that being said, I thought of Ceelo and his wisdom, after hearing David Whyte recite his poetry, and recognized the similar title.  Then I remembered my old poem of opposites which I think we are all feeling right now. And Diego's priceless laugh.  Can't want to do this again.  Thanks for listening. Be Healthy Yall

Well....I'm pretty much all over the place, clearly scatterbrained a bit, many thoughts circling throughout the day.  I had a big stack of papers, not properly organized, highlighted, or thought out.  Weak attempt, but an attempt.  I was trying to express adult thoughts but trying to not forget the whole point of this podcast I do with my son.  To just be with my son.  To just be.  To try and relax and just shoot the breeze.  It's precious time we'll all wish we had more of, and time to feel putting your arms around your loved ones in a way you just won't see openly for quite some time.   By the way, first homemade beans still on my mind, not bad at all.   Be Healthy Yall

So, like everyone else, we try and make the best of the huge amount of time we get to be together now.  It's got its up and downs, and adjustments to be made, and I think we are all looking at things a bit different right now.  Take care of yourself, your health, manage your stress more than ever.   Stay positive and find all the good things that can become habits after we are back to what was before. A great person and podcast I recommend is Zach Bush on Rich Roll.  Here is the link.   Be Healthy Yall https://www.richroll.com/podcast/zach-bush-508/

We chat about Corona, life the past month, Warrior Kid books, and avoiding distractions.  Also, I said this is episode 42, its 41.  Be Healthy Yall

A great and humbling conversation with my mechanic, Mr. Eddie Banks, owner of Fast Eddie's Automotive.  If you drive anything, he's the man to go to.  A very hard working business owner and family man, it was a real pleasure to have him share his time and experience with Diego and I.  Enjoy and Be Healthy Y'all Link to his shop on Airport Blvd. and Manor Road. https://fasteddiesautorepair.com

We chat about Cars and Coffee as well as the Super Lap Battle at COTA, Circuit of the Americas F1 track here in Austin.  Our friend Brian Defrees raced his first wheel to wheel and we were there to support and check out tons of awesome cars.  Enjoy! http://superlapbattleusa.com Be Healthy Yall

Hanging after a sleep over Diego had with some friends, we talk about forts and the goodness of the flax oil we're taking now.  I read from "The Omega 3 Miracle" by Garry Gordon. Rhonda Patrick's podcast on Omega 3 and DHA. https://www.foundmyfitness.com/episodes/rhonda-krs-2 Be Healthy Y'all

Time to pause and be thankful for a great 2019, appreciating the good times, learning from the down times, and glad to spend time and life with good friends and family.  Lacrosse...I think Diego found his sport. Be healthy yall

I've seen many things in my life.....but THAT.......was...........AWESOME. I'll update with more links to the works of Dr. Chris and Anne Kitalong.   A spectacular country, wonderful people, welcoming and warm.  The longest trip we've ever taken as a family.   Be healthy ya'll.  

Hello, just trying to squeeze in a short conversation here before a major trip to Palau.  Between packing, prepping, kids running in and out of the house, packing again, Amazon ordering, and all the excitement of the journey, we got it in today.  Hope you sense the excitement. Be healthy y'all.

Diego and I talk about music, and I go over lyrics from 3 of my favorite songs by Aesop Rock.   Happy Thanksgiving! Be Healthy Yall

No Diego!! I know, he's awesome.  You're stuck with only me today.  I read from Grain Brain, which does a deep dive into how carbs, sugar, gluten and other compounds do damage to your neurological health.  He has a new book out, Brain Wash which I'll get next after covering some other books first. https://www.drperlmutter.com Be Healthy Ya'll

My friend, nuclear physicist, radiation and laser specialist.  Enjoy.  Here is a radiation chart that Matt pulled up which is quite eye opening.  So proud to call him my friend and I love being around such knowledgeable and cool people, and able to share that with the kids.   https://xkcd.com/radiation/ Be healthy ya'll!

Surprise, Kid Podcast today.  Diego, with friends Aydan Reza and Declan Zogg, school me on Roblox and other video games.  Then I let them take over the room and just chats games.  Gotta mix it up and hope to keep the interest of sharing knowledge and thoughts alive.   Get ready though, next time I'll be breaking down my interpretations of lyrics by Aesop Rock, one of my favorite rappers. Be Healthy Ya'll

Today we welcomed the amazing computer doctor wizard himself, Mr. Sebastian Chang, the engineer with the skills from TBD Post here in Austin.  I work there as well and he helps bail us all out with his computer translating and delegating abilities.  He shared how he got into that career, and a lot of what is going on in El Salvador where he still has family.   We also discussed some future possibilities in technology, and read a little from the book, Virtually Human by Martine Rothblatt, PH.D. This is Episode 30!  Personal goal hit so thank you all for taking time out of your lives to listen.  And many props to Diego for staying with us on this longer episode.  Take care. Be Healthy Ya'll

The REAL Brian Defrees was here!  What a followup to last episode.  Best part Diego says was getting into his rally car and taking a spin.  Super fun thank you Brian for sharing your wealth of rally and car knowledge.  Can't wait to see him race and take some rides with him soon.  See more about his epic journeys, multiple cross country trips, and learn about his 4 One Lap of America trips at link below. http://briandefrees.com Be Healthy Ya'll

Today we got the opportunity to turn an interest in car racing into a reality, we went to Rally Ready which is a rally car racing school near Austin.  It was AWESOME.  We took some laps in a Raptor taking jumps at full speed, as well as drifting in a rally car around the track.   I think Diego is hooked.  Whether he is or not, today rocked.  Also I recalibrate on what I'm doing here, hoping to inspire anyone listening to stop and take the moments in. Be healthy yall.

A short but sweet attempt at explaining the harm of too much SUGAR! What does it do over time? And how can I explain this to kids in a fun way....hopefully you get some amusement out of this.  I will recap this subject in longer form again I'm sure.  We have Diego's classmate Wyatt over and he gets to join us as well.   Take care everyone!  And if you'd like to leave a voice message for us to share on our next episode just go to the webpage or on the Anchor app to do so.  We'd love to hear from you. Here is a few links that I referenced for today's episode. My favorite sources of health information and current research and two of their recent interviews. https://www.foundmyfitness.com/episodes/elissa-epel https://drhyman.com/blog/2019/08/14/podcast-ep67/ Take care and be Healthy!

Smile and be thankful! This was recorded with Anchor's default phone ability. Hope it's not too bad. Enjoy!

One Year Anniversary of the Bond! Whoa did that go by fast.  I thank anyone who has listened, I truly hope you have gained something positive as I know you all have busy lives, so THANK YOU ALL.   It has been extremely rewarding for me, and I feel that Diego loves the time that is dedicated to us.  We will keep it going until we don't, but the plan is to keep figuring out what we're doing.  One thing is certain, just making time was and is the goal, and that is a success in my eyes. I'm all over the place, but that's who I am, and that's who I'll be.  Just continuing to learn, and reminding myself I barely know anything, I barely understand anything, and that is a ripe opportunity to learn and be humble.   It was great having my nephew stay with us and spend a full week with us, as I know time spent with your favorite cousins is magical.   Take care! Cory and Diego

Diego and I had a great guest and podcast over this past Sunday, but unfortunately, the recording failed.  So I learned how I can prevent this from happening again, and being more on top of that.  But, today to catch up I sat with both kids and just talked like we always do.  Here's just us talking and hanging, nothing formal to bring, but no small thing either in my opinion.   Take care and thanks for listening!

Another epic week of Father-Son bonding on our annual trip to go camping in San Mateo, California.  After camping Diego did a recording with his friend that camped with us, Miles Suggs, who is only 4 months apart in age and grew up together until our move to Texas.   We visit him every time we come back and the boys had a blast hanging out and camping.  I followed right after and spent some time with his father, Steve Suggs.  Also a longtime friend, who was a cameraman for Eye Witness LA before many years before opening  his own production company.  His company is Mad Dog Video, which currently has sets shooting there for Basketball Wives.  We got a tour for the first time which we were happy to see.  It has been open for 29 years, and has an extremely long list of credits which you'll have to go to the website to read.   This trip helps strengthen our bond, and give us both opportunities to help each other explore our interests and learn from each other.   Many thanks to all our friends we visited and of course my friend Scott, who without him I would still be searching for a father-son tradition. Enjoy! http://www.maddogvideo.com/ If interested in camping in California, here is the site we always book through.  https://www.reservecalifornia.com/CaliforniaWebHome/

Happy Sunday! Diego go over a bit of reading, he reads from Geronimo Stilton, The Way of the Samurai, and I read a little again from 21 Lessons by Yuval Harari.  His book is no 'Book of 5 Rings' but is still a way to expose him to alot of cool facts about Japan's history.  We were both a little too relaxed from eating lunch, so excuse our overly calm demeanor.  Take care! And wasabi is hot.  

My childhood friend visits us and we take a nice walk down 7th grade memory lane, Diego gets to laugh at me.  Chris is the Jr. Marine Corps training teacher at Bedichek Middle School in South Austin, and is also an Air Force Veteran having spent time in Germany and Albuquerque, New Mexico.  Oh and some poop stories.  Thanks for listening! Let us know what you think about the show. https://twitter.com/BerendzenBond

Fresh back from our 3rd Annual Neighbors Beach Trip in Port Aransas.  We are very fortunate to have such amazing friends and neighbors, and we all get to share time and memories together, a new tradition for all of us.  Good times.  We also talk about taking care of the beach, and the importance of not littering, and also paying attention to how much trash we throw away everyday, not just at the beach.  

Happy Belated Mother's Day!  I had a slight delay in getting to this episode, but better late than never.  Thank you to all the Moms out there working hard and loving unconditionally.  Diego is forced to listen to me recall how I wasn't as appreciative of my Mom until later in life, hopefully some of this sinks in, and I am forced to listen to crunching.  Take care!

We saw Avengers Endgame yesterday morning, and here is your spoiler episode!  We are here for you if you don't want to actually see it.  Also we talk about bikes, saturated fat, facebook, and science.  Mixed bag here, enjoy. Thanks for listening!

Today Diego's classmate Victor came to share his experience about winning a chess tournament, and earning his blackbelt in Taekwondo.  I also let the boys have some private time on the mics, so the end is just two kids hanging out, so be ready for that.  Thanks for listening!

Today we dive into a chronological conversation with the one and only, GP (Grandpa).  Diego's GP walks us through what life as a migrant worker was like when he was as grew up traveling with family.  A great treasure for him to have and remember listening to the hard work that he lived through to enjoy the life he has now.  A very positive and caring person I'm glad is in both our lives.  Enjoy.

Hi we had a guest neighbor Dylan Miller as I attempted to answer Diego's question "Why do I have to take vitamins?".  My apologies for the audio, I am still trying to sort out getting the 3 mic setup to sound correct. Have a great spring break!

Today we attempt to learn about the cosmos a bit.  I read from Neil Tyson's 'Astrophysics for People in a Hurry' and Diego reads from his Scholastic Children's Encyclopedia about Black Holes.  He asked if I knew anything about them and I had that sudden realization I had read and heard about them many times and still had a loose grasp of what they are and do and how they impact the universe and all things related.  Fun stuff.  Hope you enjoy it and feel free to correct or make fun of my lack of understanding!  Uncle Kenneth's paper link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30742656

Today we had Diego's friend and neighbor Declan Zogg be our guest.  We talked about the I-9 Basketball season, trying out fencing, and Collard Greens.  I read a few poems from the book Extended Syllables which was written by a friend of ours Abdul Fattah Ismail.   https://www.extendedsyllables.com/ https://www.instagram.com/extendedsyllables/

A quick introduction to my daughter Sofia, the 4 year old in my house.  We talk about lovies, and her love of Fridays.   

Today's guest is a wealth of outdoor and backpacking knowledge.  He tells us about the many summits and peaks that he has taken on throughout the US.  Very fortunate to have someone like him give us a prospective that contrasts with our typical day to day lives. 

We go through Natural Born Heroes by Christopher McDougall, a fantastic historical story about amazing physical feats by brave Cretians and diet that made it possible.  Diego reads The One in the Middle is the Green Kangaroo by Judy Blume.   

Diego and I have alot to be thankful for looking back at this past year.  It was a busy one, and glad to have this podcast to going.  Thanks to everyone that helped us have such a great 2018.   Take care and be healthy y'all.  

Diego reads from the autobiography Shoe Dog by Phil Knight, and I read from Reset Your Child's Brain by Victoria Dunckley. We all wrestle with the idea of screen time's impact on ourselves and our kids. I wanted to dive deeper and learn some of the science behind what physiological effects occur.

Diego and I talk about recent trip to Miami, and about how we can appreciate everything in our lives and how many people make it possible.

We sit with Diego's Tio from Dallas who works for Lexus Corporate and came to watch Diego play flag football. We also read through Gordon Korman's 'Titanic' and I read some from Dale Carnegie's 'How to Stop Worrying and Start Living.'

Owner of Austin Eco Bilingual School. A Spanish Immersion, Reggio Emilia certified, PYP International Baccalaureate certified, NAEYC certified preschool with 2 locations. http://www.austinbilingualschool.com/

Diego reads from 'I survived' series titled Shark Attacks of 1916, and I go through Unconventional Medicine by Chris Kresser. And skateparks that we went to this weekend.

Talking about our annual camp trip to San Clemente, and skateboarding.

Episode 2 with Nick Albert, owner of N2 Metalworks, and black belt in Japanese jujitsu.

Getting to know us. A bit.