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It's Later Than You ThinkA Conversation with Yvonne: From Grand Rapids to Milwaukee, Craft Beer, and Favorite Milwaukee SpotsIn this conversation, Patrick interviews Yvonne, a Milwaukee-based beer enthusiast and Instagram content creator. They discuss Yvonne's journey to Milwaukee, her love for craft beer, and the vibrant local food scene. The conversation covers various topics, including ideal days in Milwaukee, favorite breweries, dive bars, and upcoming summer events like Summerfest and the State Fair. Yvonne shares her insights on the craft beer culture in both Milwaukee and Grand Rapids, her personal beer preferences, and the importance of community events in the city.2025-07-0846 min
It's Later Than You ThinkA Conversation with Jess: Fitness Journeys, Moving to Texas, and Doing What Feels RightFrom High School Runner to Boston Marathon Qualifier: Jessica Burnett's Inspiring JourneyDiscover how Jessica Burnett transformed from a casual high school athlete into a Boston Marathon qualifier, proving it's never too late to chase your running dreams. Her compelling story showcases the power of community and friendship in achieving ambitious fitness goals, culminating in her remarkable marathon debut in 2023.The episode delves into diverse running experiences, from tackling the challenging hills of Boston to planning strategies for the flat Chicago course. Jessica shares valuable insights about:Building a sustainable training routineThe importance of...2025-06-2453 min
It's Later Than You ThinkA Conversation with My Uncle Kevin: Gourmet Mushrooms, Aging, and BigfootIn today's episode, I chat with my Uncle Kevin of Rock River Valley Gourmet Mushrooms about his new business adventures, which stemmed from a hobby - growing gourmet mushrooms in his backyard! We learn a little bit about how one can pick this up as a hobby and where he plans to take it in the future. We also spend some time discussing the mysterious world of Bigfoot! You can learn more about Rock Rock River Valley Mushrooms by going to their website, https://gratefulfungi.com/ or visiting their Facebook Page - Rock River Valley...2025-06-1754 min
It's Later Than You ThinkA Conversation with Michael: Founder of MeshIn this week's episode, I chat with the Founder of Mesh Local, a coffee connection that allows you the opportunity to meet with locals for coffee each Saturday morning. In this conversation, I ask Michael how the idea originated, where he met the other two founders, Stuart and Izak, and how he envisions the company expanding over time. If you're looking for a great way to get out of your comfort zone and try out different coffee shops and cafes in your area, I highly recommend giving https://www.mesh-local.com/ a try!2025-06-1051 min
It's Later Than You ThinkA Conversation with Josie: Hill Valley Dairy - Milwaukee, WIThis week's episode features a chat with Josie from Hill Valley Dairy in the Walker's Point Neighborhood of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Josie explains how the business got started over a decade ago and what led them to Milwaukee to open their artisan cheese shop and bar. We also discuss what a day in Milwaukee looks like when they aren't in 'owner' mode, as well as how great Milwaukee is and what it could possibly do better!In addition, a programming note: All future episodes of It's Later Than You Think will be interview-based only.https://hillvalleydairy...2025-06-0335 min
It's Later Than You ThinkA Look Back at Some Fleeting Moments Volume 1In this episode, I travel down memory lane and listen back to some of the first episodes of the Fleeting Moments Series. Every episode I've recorded with guests has been worthwhile, insightful, educational, and entertaining. Today, we hear from James, Jake, and Marie about a wide range of topics, from: ADHD, communication on stage, inspirational literature, windy days, living in the greatest city in the world, and being a writer. 2025-05-2728 min
It's Later Than You ThinkThe Lies We Tell To Stay SafeWe don't always lie to deceive others - sometimes we lie to protect ourselves. In this episode, we discuss that not all lies are malicious, what the lies we tell ourselves really mean, and what the evolution of a lie looks like. What about the lies that help us survive and stay positive? We'll look at those as well. Finally, it'll be time to chat about what happens when the lie breaks and comes out, and how it takes courage to tell the truth.2025-05-2016 min
It's Later Than You ThinkWhy You Should Travel: Beyond the Bucket ListLet's talk about travel! After a fantastic trip to Vancouver, Patrick wants you to get out there and experience the world. Sharing a handful of benefits of travel, we'll look at how it can help you grow as an individual and see the world differently. Can't afford to go overseas? How about a road trip? Jump on board this brief episode and think about where your next adventure could take you.2025-05-1316 min
It's Later Than You ThinkA Letter to Your Younger SelfWe're having a party for episode 21 (Legal drinking age in America!) by writing a letter to our past selves. Let's forget we've got technology for a minute and forget the emails and texts as Patrick reads some quotes to get you inspired to put pen to paper. In addition, he reads a letter he wrote to his 18-year-old self. Perhaps by the time you finish this episode, you'll want to do the same.2025-05-0615 min
It's Later Than You ThinkRegrets & Why They Are Good for Our Future SelvesIn this episode, Patrick walks you through the Top 5 Regrets that those facing their mortality have, and how we can use the advice of others to help set ourselves up for a life of limited (or no) regrets. By thinking about the past, present, and what you'd like your future to look like, the listener can start to take small steps to reflect on past mistakes and how they'd like to do better in the future.2025-04-2923 min
It's Later Than You ThinkA Conversation with Sarah: NA Beer, Pickles, and the Best Instagram CommunityOn this week's episode, I chat with Sarah about connections made throughout the Sober Instagram community. We talk about pickles in beer, what it was like working during Covid, and our passion for fitness. Feel free to crack one open (NA or regular, we don't judge) and listen in to this fun conversation.https://www.instagram.com/trythisnabeer/2025-04-221h 05
It's Later Than You ThinkA Conversation with Maddie: Smallwaukee, Speakeasies, and the Diverse Milwaukee Foodie SceneThis week's episode features a well-known Milwaukee Foodie account and a chat with one half of the team that owns the account. We discuss all there is to love about running a Milwaukee Foodie account, including the stories from the people we meet, the uniqueness of Milwaukee cuisine, and one way that can ultimately make Milwaukee the best it can possibly be.https://www.instagram.com/mkefoodie414/2025-04-1532 min
It's Later Than You ThinkDo What Makes You HappyIn this week's episode, we dive into what makes us happy, and figure out ways to have more of it! Whether it's time, money, or life just getting in the way, Patrick will share a few ways to try and make time, not excuses, and to be able to do the things you enjoy doing more often. If we know one thing to be true, we're all on borrowed time. Let's make the most of it.2025-04-0816 min
It's Later Than You ThinkYou Can Do Hard ThingsIn this episode, it's time to quit taking the easy way out and finally approach that difficult 'something' in your life. Goal? Project? New Habit? Career change? Sharing a list of ideas, the listener will have some practical ways to find the courage to do that very thing they've been putting off. Think about the feeling that you get once you've arrived at your destination, whatever and wherever that may be.2025-04-0114 min
It's Later Than You ThinkA Conversation with Ashley: Milwaukee Favorites, Finding Happiness, and Life LessonsIn today's episode, host Patrick chats with Ashley from Milwaukee about how she got started in the Milwaukee Foodie scene and some of her favorite things about the city. From favorite pizza, and burgers, to coffee shops, the conversation also moves to the greatest life lessons and the topic of finding happiness.The Fleeting Moments Series of It's Later Than You Think is a platform for guests to share their stories. Have one? Reach out to Patrick to get the conversation started!'https://www.instagram.com/foodiequeen414/2025-03-2556 min
It's Later Than You ThinkFind Your PassionIn this week's episode, Patrick discusses the importance of finding your passion in life. From the positive traits of passionate people to 10 ways to find your passion in life, this brief episode will leave you thinking about what's important to you. You may very well remember what it was you used to enjoy and what you could enjoy in the future.2025-03-1818 min
It's Later Than You ThinkA Conversation with Steve: Open to Work, Social Media, & an Exclusive ClubThis week's episode features a conversation with a good friend, Steve. I asked him about what his experience was like being "Open to Work" and how that led him to find his current position. Afterward, we have a good time chatting about social media, different generations in the workplace, and how we see Learning & Development in the future. This of course is just the appetizer for the main course, a story about how our lives changed from one possibly fateful night 20 years ago. Bring the popcorn, there's plenty of good laughs.https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-counsell/2025-03-111h 21
It's Later Than You ThinkA Conversation with Tyler: Things Happening for a Reason, Craft Beer, and Solving PhenomenaIn my conversation with Tyler, we spend time discussing why things in life, no matter how difficult, tend to work themselves out in the end, and that things very well could happen for some reason or another. I also hear from Tyler about his passion for craft beer and the non-alcohol industry, and we talk about our viewpoints on space versus the ocean, and what we enjoy about beverages without the alcohol.https://www.instagram.com/na.brewskey/2025-03-0450 min
It's Later Than You ThinkPut the Phone DownIn today's episode, we look at our reliance on cellular devices that may or may not fit in our pockets and carry around with us 24/7. Instead of simply accepting that this is how society operates in 2025, perhaps there is a way to gain some of our time back and start to chip away at the minutes and hours we find ourselves distracted by these pesky yet wonderful machines. Between a social experiment and a few recommended readings, the listener will get some ideas on times when it may be better to put down the phone and get in the...2025-02-2534 min
It's Later Than You ThinkA Conversation with my cousin James: The World of a Writer, Enjoying Your Surroundings, and the Mythical Aos SiIn this episode, my cousin James joins the podcast to share his experiences as a writer. From writing short stories to screenwriting, living in the Midwest to out East, James has had quite the 'storied' career up to this point. In addition to sharing about a new shopping experience game, there's a pivot towards mythical creatures, bucket list vacations, and even about who would be best to lead us into battle. Giddy up!https://www.instagram.com/james.kuckkan/2025-02-181h 18
It's Later Than You ThinkFitness in FifteenOn today's episode, Patrick shares his insights with an abridged 'health and fitness 101'. As a former personal trainer & health coach, he'll share his experience losing 40+ pounds years ago, and how he has kept it off over the last 15 years. With discussion on 'what diet is best' and 'what type of exercise is best', the listener will come away with a better understanding of what may be best for them.2025-02-1114 min
It's Later Than You ThinkA Conversation with Marie: Kaleidoscopic Vision, Serial Killers, and Side QuestsIn this episode, Marie joins the podcast to discuss her career journey and how her interests and experiences have allowed her to maintain a positive outlook on life. While we bounce around from topics such as dogs, caffeine, and high school, the conversation never wanes. She also shares her thoughts on sobriety, health and wellness, and the enjoyment of the little things in life. If you enjoy entertaining conversation, this is one you will not want to miss.https://www.instagram.com/wildelegancewi/https://www.wildelegancewi.com/2025-02-0452 min
It's Later Than You ThinkA Conversation with Jake: Windy Days, Watching John Mulaney Watch Phish, and Getting 1% Better Every DayIn this episode, my guest Jacob Miller joins me to chat about how he began his career as a musician and where it led him. Aside from the music, Jake shares about a passion project turning part of his music equipment into art, providing awareness for Multiple sclerosis. In addition, we'll hear about a serious yet comical time on stage, Alpine Valley experiences, and what would happen if all the music in the world ended.https://www.instagram.com/pourforlife/2025-01-2826 min
It's Later Than You ThinkDry January & Being Sober CuriousIt's Dry January, and what better time to talk about the rise of non-alc in our society. This episode will not discuss all the reason's you shouldn't drink but will provide some reasons the host has chosen to kick the booze to the curb. In addition, a few resources are shared, including other podcasts about the sober-curious lifestyle. Whether you're an alcohol lover or someone who has given it up or wanting to, this brief episode is for you!Sober Awkward: https://www.soberawkward.com/Follow Happiest Sober:https://www.instagram...2025-01-2117 min