Maui and Zatchy hold the fort down while Ez eventually makes it into the studio. The guys discuss their Christmas adventures and new years resolutions. Zatchy give out his recipe for Birria tacos. Physical and Mental health and more motorcyclism are at the top of the list for 2025 including the carnivore diet and a potential for a dry-out January or Fuck-meter February. Ez does some fishing at a local fishing hole, where Maui remembers his dive into a cactus. Zatchy recounts his mushroom hunting days in Nebraska. Hunting season upon us an the guys discuss ways to make time to get away. School schedules and chollo chores impact Ez's daddy day care operations. Guitar hero vs real guitars is a hot topic amongst the guys. The plans for EZ Fest begin as the venue and entertainment are discussed for the 2-year anniversary of the Ez Struggle Podcast. Maui talks about riding hard until the emotions take over. Zach shares about the recent loss of his canine companion. With an untimely death and un-answered questions the pain of losing mans best friend affects us all. The guys talk about the highs and lows of 2024 and the lessons learned. Zatchy plan on racking more miles on his bike and improving his relationship with his girls Maui talks about going carnivore and improving his health in order to keep up with his kids. Ez shares about the recent death of a former business partner and his plans for improving himself and getting back into work mode for 2025. The locally economy and life in "the patch" are brought up as the pros and cons of booming in west Texas become a concern as we look forward to 2025. HAVE A HAPPY NEW YEAR! and dont forget to get you some fresh merch for next year at https://theezstrugglepodcast.myshopify.com