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La Montaña Rusa Radio JazzLa Montaña Rusa 45.2025. Recuerdo a Ray Drummond. Avram Fefer Quartet. Keith Jarrett. Ethan Philion Quartet. Rodrigo Parejo Quartet. Phillip Brämswig Trio. John Patitucci.En este episodio de La Montaña Rusa hemos escuchado y comentado los siguientes discos:* RECUERDO A RAY DRUMMOND. Ray Drummond. 1-2-3-4, 1999.Ray Drummond – double bass. Craig Handy – tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone. Stephen Scott – piano. Billy Hart – drums.* Avram Fefer Quartet. Juba Lee, 2022.Avram Fefer - alto and tenor saxophones, bass clarinet. Marc Ribot - guitar. Eric Revis - bass. Chad Taylor - drums.* CLÁSICO DE LA SEMANA. Keith Jarrett. Facing You, 1971.Keith Jarrett - piano.* Ethan Philion Quartet. Gnosis, 2023.Ethan Philion - bass. Greg Ward - alto saxophone...
2025-11-091h 32
Third Man in the RingJohn Molina Jr.John Molina Jr. was such an exciting fighter. Excited to have him on, everyone please give a warm welcome to John Molina!
2025-06-201h 02
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #142 - Today was a good day...Sometimes it turns back around...and today it did. We don't always get what we want, when we want or how we want. But today, I got what I wanted (in a way) and it wasn't how or when I wanted it...but that's ok. No time for nitpicking, just time to be thankful and get to work. Let's talk about this today...please share if it hits home!
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2024-02-2823 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #138 - Coleman3 years...let's revisit this shit hole predicament I was in and this pos bed I had to sleep on. Today is the 3 year anniversary of Episode #26 "Rock Bottom" where I talk about being homeless and how I pulled myself out of it. That episode is not on Youtube but it is on Spotify and Apple. Links below...
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2024-02-1644 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #134 - Tough QuestionsListen, when these kids get older they have REAL questions. This ain't for the faint at heart. My son Jayden and I had a real talk for our first Father Son date in a while. It was DEEP. Let's talk about it and then touch on how I channeled my inner Pastor Ray this weekend. Hope you enjoy and if you do, please share it!
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2024-02-0547 min
Así Las Cosas con Ray Macías El Podcast12. Alfredo Molina - Así Las Cosas con Ray Macías: El Podcast
Conductor del programa de espectáculos “Lavando Ajeno”, en RADIO BI, creador de contenido,
conductor de eventos, pero sobre todo una gran persona y un apasionado de su trabajo, Alfredo
Molina bienvenido a Así Las Cosas.
2023-09-131h 49
La Ruleta Rusa Radio RockLa Ruleta Rusa 14.2023. Porcupine Tree. Gravity Fields. Iguana. Recuerdo a Ray Shulman.Episodio 14.2023 de La Ruleta Rusa, cuya portada fue el nuevo álbum de Porcupine Tree, publicado a finales del 2022, Closure Continuation.Después descubriremos a una banda de nuevo cuño, los barceloneses Gravity Fields, que acaban de publicar su álbum debut, el estupendo Disruption.También disfrutaremos con el psicodélico contemporáneo de los alemanes Iguana, de los que escuchamos Translational Symmetry, publicado en 2019.Y cerraremos con el recuerdo a Ray Shulman, uno de los miembros fundadores de Gentle Giant y que nos ha dejado recientemente.Leer Má...
2023-04-091h 18
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #61 - 3 Kings Edition (Molina Boys)"First you take the graham. You stick the chocolate on the graham. Then you roast the Mallow. When the mallows flaming, you stick it on the chocolate and cover it with the other end. Then, you scarf!" - HAM (The Sandlot)
Hey y'all, the boys are back with their podcast and this time they talk about their President's Week Vacation where they went to Great Wolf Lodge and Camping at Uvas Canyon. Hope you enjoy!
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2022-03-0742 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - Cut The Sh#t…🦁Everybody’s got an excuse, what’s yours? And seriously honest question… When are you going to cut the shit?
2022-02-2301 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration • Stand By It All…🦁Who cares what they think… Stand behind everything you are… 🦁
2022-02-2301 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration • Sometimes, just do it…🦁Sometimes the answer is… Just go, just do it… Figure it out later 🦁
2022-02-2301 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #59 - “Burst Your Bubble” (LTAI)So apparently one of my 90 Seconds of Inspirations rubbed a few people the wrong way. That’s okay…sometimes that happens when you drop some hard truths. But let’s talk about that a bit here…like always please like, share, comment, subscribe, review!
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2022-02-1722 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #58 - "Happy Wife, Happy Life" - LTAIThis phrase has been embedded into our brains for so long that it's actually destroyed more marriages than it has helped. I truly believe that. Today, I had to touch on this a bit and I hope you listen with an open mind and understand where I am coming from. If you don't understand, you may be part of the problem. I have no issues saying that...I hope you enjoy and like always, if you think it's of value...please like, comment, share, subscribe!
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2022-02-0825 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration • Glasshouse 🦁Don’t get too caught up and cancel culture, this is just a friendly reminder that we all live in a glass house and all it takes is one person who’s been sitting back waiting for us to falter.
2022-02-0701 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration • Visualize…🦁I started doing this every morning for 10 minutes since I’ve started live hard which is phase 1 after you complete 75HARD by Andy Frisella. It is easily one of the most powerful things I’ve now implemented into my day and I highly suggest it for all of you.
2022-02-0401 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #57 - “Legacy” (otg)“CARVE YOUR NAME ON HEARTS, NOT TOMBSTONES. A LEGACY IS ETCHED INTO THE MINDS OF OTHERS AND THE STORIES THEY SHARE ABOUT YOU…” - Shannon Adler
I got to thinking about all the things that were said about my grandfather and his life once he passed and it made me reflect on his legacy. That lead me to start thinking about my own and if I were to pass today, what would my legacy be? What would people say about me as a man and how I lived my life? Have you thought about yours? This episode I touc...
2022-02-031h 03
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration • …Even when you’re down, take pride 🦁This morning I saw something while I was on the way to take my kids to school that I wanted to share with you. I thought it was important to share for perspective for those who struggle with not having everything they feel that they need right now… Trust me we’ve all been there, but listen closely to this please.
2022-02-0201 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration • Take a Minute…🦁…take a minute 🦁 Sometimes emotions hit us when we least expect it after we’ve lost somebody to a death, a break up, a divorce or moving away. When that happens make sure you give yourself a minute, sometimes you deserve it. #raymolina #theperfectmesspod #podcast #90soi #inspiration
2022-01-3101 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration • Those pennies add up! 🦁Let’s talk about investing briefly… If you’ve got pennies you can invest and I’ll show you how… Enjoy your day God bless.
2022-01-2801 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration • Put yourself first for once…🦁For some reason some of us get soft when it comes to protecting our peace. We still continuously pick up the phone answer text messages reply to emails from people we know we should be cutting ties with. We do this because we still have a soft spot, but a soft spot it’s not going to help you get to where you need to be in your life… Are you putting yourself first?
2022-01-2701 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - … if your light is bright enough, they will ask 💡I’ve never been a big fan of Bible thumpers, and I’ll explain to you why here. What are your thoughts on this? And if you feel similar, please share.
2022-01-2601 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #56 - 3 Kings Edition (Molina Boys)"Giving your son a skill is better than giving him one thousand pieces of gold." - Chinese Proverb
The boys are back! We're starting new monthly series with my sons called 3 Kings Edition. Each month we'll just catch up with them to see what's going on in their world. On this episode we cover school (restrictions), books, sports, travel baseball, gaming, tiktok stop motion, Pokemon cards and the passing of their grandfather. We hope you enjoy this first one and remember, they're 10-12 and learning this whole podcast thing but they'll be pro's before we know it...
2022-01-261h 05
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - What will your funeral say about you?People say, a man’s funeral says a lot about him and how he lived his life. I thought about this recently since my Grandfather passed and I’m curious…what will yours say about you?
2022-01-2501 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - “Why do the unnecessary…?”Life isn’t always roses. Sometimes we are called to do things we never thought we had to do. I choose to do things that will prepare me for those moments. But what if they never happen? I usually reply with, but what if they do?
2022-01-2201 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration • What are your socials like…? 🦁My kids are of the age where they are starting to get on social media now and they are seeing things that I am doing and they want to try them. Now because I post 99% positive I’m not too worried about that but it got me to thinking… What are most adults posting on their socials? Are we posting negative stuff and is it affecting our kids? Just a thought…
2022-01-2101 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - What’s your 2nd half look like? 🦁My grandfather always talked about the 2nd half. He said one you hit 40 you are going into the 2nd half. As he lays to rest, I have thought about this so much these last few days. So, I wanted to ask you…what does your 2nd half look like?
2022-01-2001 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #55 - "Last Words w/a Marine""Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, Marines don't have that problem." - Ronald Reagan
"Marines die, that's what we're here for. But, the Marine Corps live forever. And that means YOU will live forever." - Gunnery SGT. Hartma
This episode is dedicated to the legacy of my Grandfather; Gregorio "Rocky" Molina. I hope you enjoy...Rest In Peace Grandpa...(OORAH!)
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2022-01-191h 06
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - “Are You Living or Just Existing?”A lot of us are content with just existing playing it safe. We don’t realize that we’re not actually living and by the time we realize that… It’s too late. So my question to you is are you living or are you just existing?
2022-01-1601 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - “Why All of a Sudden”Why the patriotism all of a sudden? I don’t remember you being like this….what happened?
2022-01-1501 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #54 - "Shut It or Show It" - LTAI SeriesYea I know...he's only doing it for clout, to show off or get attention. Yet everyday people share the most toxic shit to get likes, views and comments all in the name of "going viral". BUT! They have all sorts of things to say when you share yourself or someone else doing a good deed. Listen...and listen close. I am going to give it to you straight here, this is where you decide; should I shut it or show it? You'll know my stance right off top! Like always, thanks for tuning in...please subscribe, follow, comment...
2022-01-1427 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - “Choose Your Hard”Life is about choices, we can choose to make our life harder than it typically is or we can choose to make the right decisions and make our hard less difficult and more manageable. In the end it’s a choice.
2022-01-1401 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - “Wishbone vs. Backbone”Your wishbone is the dreams you hope and pray for. You backbone is the work you do to get them. Which one of yours is strongest?
2022-01-1201 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #53 - "Penitentia""We begin life as a raindrop on the mountainside, then follow a winding path along the river of life, until we reach the sea, the ocean of consciousness, our home." - Peter Shepherd
My Grandfather (My Hero) is officially on hospice. This episode I reflect on his life and the park where it all started for he and I that has now blossomed to the park I now share with my children. The memories; happy, sad and then some. My life is so deeply rooted into this park and the creek that runs through it. I share...
2022-01-111h 07
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - “Walk Peacefully”Not every ending to a relationship in our lives has to end with a fight or argument. That goes for friendships, dating or even family. You can easily choose to walk away peacefully and outgrow or just slowly fade to the back. It happens…listen closely…
2022-01-0801 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - “Boxes aka Safe Zones”It’s ok to move on if we no longer fit the boxes people put us in. We all grow, or outgrow I should say. Sometimes the Safe Zones change and in turn change our relationships to some people.
2022-01-0801 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - “Proud Outlier”If you’re a believer the pressure is on…hold tight. Faith Up, Fear Down.
2022-01-0701 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #52 - "Move Accordingly" - LTAI SeriesWe change, people change...but figuring out who we are and being ok with that is powerful. Sometimes we are the ones who change and grow...then we lose people. Other times, we are the ones walking away from someone we loved, supported or stood by who isn't the same person anymore. It's ok, it happens...but let's talk about it! Like always, thanks for tuning in...please subscribe, follow, comment, review and share if you appreciate the episode!
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2022-01-0530 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #51 - "Beyond Blessed"“The unthankful heart… discovers no mercies; but let the thankful heart sweep through the day and, as the magnet finds the iron, so it will find, in every hour, some heavenly blessings!” – Henry Ward Beecher
It's been a minute, holidays and life you know the drill. But, let's catch up. I cover quite a few things...back on 75hard, more books I've finished including one controversial one I will not be recommending (that's a first)....along with updates on my kids and I during this holiday vacation. We've also lost a few people I mention here...life's moving fast, trying to slow...
2021-12-291h 16
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - Always Pay It FWDAlways pay it fwd…🦁 #90soi #raymolina #theperfectmesspod #inspiration #podcast #payitforward
2021-12-2101 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - Get Different90 Seconds of Inspiration - Get Different 🦁 #raymolina #theperfectmesspod #podcast #90soi #inspiration
2021-12-1501 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - Don’t Be That GuyYou never want to be the richest man in the graveyard…
2021-12-0901 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - From Parent to ParentLet’s get comfortable complimenting other parents on the great job they’re doing raising their kids.
2021-12-0501 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - Quit, go ahead…you shouldQuit, you should…go ahead…90 Seconds of Inspiration.
2021-12-0301 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - That’s a good life…You want your good life? Gotta go get it….
2021-12-0201 min
The Perfect Mess Podcast90 Seconds of Inspiration - You're Inspiring Someone...Keep Going, you are inspiring someone and you don't even know it...
2021-12-0101 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #50 - "A Chance & A Choice""Two things we get everyday, that's a Chance and a Choice...let's put more value on the choices we make, because our choices are what determines our destination" - J.Prince
Lot's to catch up. I re-cap my last few weeks: 75Hard, Current Book, Hiking Trips, The Holiday and my sons. Then finally I break down the concept of a chance and a choice and why it should be important for us to live like this. I hope you enjoy this episode and as always, a subscribe, follow, share, comment or review is always appreciated!
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2021-11-301h 04
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #49 - "Silence Won't Fix This""Develop enough courage so that you can stand up for yourself and then stand up for somebody else." - Maya Angelou
Welp, today I participated in my first official walk out for the kids w/regards to the vax mandates here in CA. I want to share that with you, so this will shift gears a bit but I think it was important that I share this part of my life with you all as well. This directly affects me so it is relevant. I hope you enjoy this episode and as always, a subscribe, follow, share...
2021-11-0533 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #48 - "Time Is A Gift""The key is in not spending time, but in investing it." - Stephen R. Covey // "Lost time is never found again." - Benjamin Franklin
It's all about time. This episode I share my time with my Mother after 3 years of not seeing her due to all the lock downs. I cover so much about life and how precious our time is with loved ones. We had 4 days to make it great and we did that.......I hope you enjoy this episode and as always, a subscribe, follow, share, comment or review is always appreciated!
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2021-11-011h 23
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #47 - "Fear & Growth" (otg)"One can choose to go back toward safety or forward toward growth. Growth must be chosen again and again; fear must be overcome again and again." - Abraham Maslow
I use to run toward fear because it was easy for me. Then I realized fear was doing nothing for me and it was growth that I lacked. I wasn't growing in life and in the things that mattered that could ultimately change my outlook on life. They say men mature at a slower pace than women, I don't know if that is true but I definitely needed...
2021-10-2150 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #46 - "A Simple, Thank You...""Let us rise up and be thankful, for if we didn't learn a lot today, at least we learned a little, and if we didn't learn a little, at least we didn't get sick, and if we got sick, at least we didn't die; so, let us all be thankful." - Buddha
They're cracking the whip and cornering all of us...at least if feels like it huh? Seems we can't even make our own decisions these days, the gov't seems to think they need to help us do that as well. Like we haven't already been...
2021-10-0440 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #45 - "How Dare You""Security is mostly a superstition. It does not exist in nature, nor do the children of men as a whole experience it. Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright exposure. Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing." - Helen Keller
How dare you be unapologetically you. The nerve of you to have an opinion, a voice or thought that goes against mine. Yea...I know, it's happening all over the place these days. Let's talk about it and I'll go first......I hope you enjoy this episode and as always, a subscribe...
2021-09-2753 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #44 - "Figure It Out"I had an incident happen last night that could've gone wrong in so many ways at a gas station. I want to share that with you and how me taking care of myself, my health, my fitness may have helped deter that situation. Fellas, please listen to this episode I feel like it's an important one for us especially as the times have changed and people have gotten much more desperate. I hope you enjoy this episode and as always, a subscribe, follow, share, comment or review is always appreciated!
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2021-09-2152 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #43 - "Self Seclusion Helps Clear Confusion""The mind is sharper and keener in seclusion and uninterrupted solitude. Originality thrives in seclusion free of outside influences beating up on us to cripple the creative mind. Be alone, that is the secret of invention: Be alone, that is when ideas are born." - Nikola Tesla
There is so much noise going on right now right? On this episode I share some things I do to self-seclude myself and disconnect so I can clear the confusion and find some peace and clarity. I hope this helps some of you and if so, please share it, comment...
2021-09-171h 01
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #42 - "Chin Up, Chest Out...Stand Proud""The world will not be destroyed by those who do evil, but by those who watch them without doing anything" - Albert Einstein
Our lives are difficult as it is right? Especially if you are raising kids. There is so much going on today that is adding more and more to our plates. When will our world get back to "normal"? Who knows...but I do know this. Being quiet about current events and how they are affecting you is not the answer. And somehow, we're going to have to remember what this country stands for and...
2021-09-121h 04
The Perfect Mess PodcastEP. #41 - "Strength in Power Over The Mind""You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength" - Marcus Aurelius
6 weeks of chaos...almost broke me. Car loss, head injury, family trauma, illness and so much more...yes, my mind tried to convince me I was a failure. That was so far from the truth but it nearly convinced me. I hope you enjoy this episode as I start to bounce back.
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2021-08-2451 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #40 - “Earn Your Crown”Fellas, I needed to drop this one for you. I was mid workout for #75HARD and got inspired to do this episode while in the process. A lot of us men go through self doubt, confidence problems after a divorce. Or even while we’re still married, we’re a shell of who we could be and are on the verge of losing everything. I know I struggled and there were things I needed to learn if I was gonna move fwd successfully. I talk about that here because if I can help anyone of you fix it before it’s...
2021-07-2026 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #39 - “Your Life & It’s Lessons”On this episode I share a few stories from some very random people while Uber/Lyft driving. Stories I think were inspiring and I learned a bit from. I also discuss how the the way we live our life is the lesson we teach. How we can subconsciously be teaching lessons that are of value or lessons that can perpetuate struggles we’ve gone through in our past. I share how living my life as if there are cameras on me filming a documentary on my life helps me try and be my best at all times not just fo...
2021-07-1458 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #38 - "Just Walk..."It’s hard when we get in a funk right? When we don’t get the answers fast enough, we don’t see the results fast enough or just can’t seem to get what we want when we want it. I know trust me, I do. There are days I want to stay in bed and not get it going. I find excuses to avoid life for that day. But life ends happening regardless. These are days I have to remind myself to continue to move fwd even when I can’t run just walk…walk and move fwd. as long...
2021-06-241h 08
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #37 - "Surviving You"Indian-American author and alternative medicine advocate Deepak Chopra once said...“The best way to get rid of the pain is to feel the pain. And when you feel the pain and go beyond it, you’ll see there’s a very intense love that is wanting to awaken itself.”
Often times we think we're out of the woods when it comes to past traumas or failed relationships etc. but we never truly know if that is true until we are presented with something great or good for that matter. Do we accept it? Do we run from it? Do w...
2021-05-311h 12
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #36 - "What Have We Won?"Kobe Bryant responded to a reporter in 2009 after going up 2-0 against the Orlando Magic in the Finals...after being asked, "Still waiting on a smile from you; you're up 2-0....what's the story? Are you not happy or you just half happy?" he responded w/"What's there to be happy about? The jobs not finished...job finished? I don't think so." I think often in life we pat ourselves on the back before the work is even done. Social media doesn't help as we get thumbs up's and heart likes for sharing us doing "the minimum". I hope...
2021-05-2635 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #35 - “Searching for the Key”I'm back from Arizona and ready to pod! Yea, man...weddings are awesome right? I always thought I would be bitter after my divorce, but I'm not...I still enjoy weddings especially for people I love. This episode I share with you the "Key" my grandmother (Beatrice) shared with me before she passed. It's something I never forgot and I wanted to share it here with you. And...well here goes, I talk about giving love another shot. Yea, you read right. But enough of that...you just need to listen to understand. I hope you enjoy and as...
2021-05-171h 19
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #34 - "Leaders Lead"Often times we're going through so much of our own stuff we can't possibly see how we could be called to lead or help someone other than ourselves. But that is precisely the time to do it. Odd right? Yea, I know. But in the midst of our storms and struggles we have a story, lessons we are learning that we can pass along. And on the flip side, taking the focus off our issues and leading others through theirs has a very different effect than one would think. You typically find out you've worked through your own stuff...
2021-05-0553 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #33 - "Impeccable" - (on the go)I was recently asked for book recommendations from a friend of mine and after talking a bit, I felt like "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz would be the best fit. While working out today, I started thinking about this book and one of the Agreements. That Agreement was "Be Impeccable with your Word". I thought back to being an 8-9 year old kid when twice that I can remember someone let me down and didn't keep their promise or commitment to me and how that affected me. Obviously more than I thought, after all I am pushing 47...
2021-05-0126 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #32 - "New Love, Old Pain"This episode is simple. I heard a phrase on a podcast I listen to called: The Sean & Sax Show and boy did it resonate. "I am not afraid of new love, I am afraid of old pain". Boom! Yes...that is what this episode is about as I talk about my personal struggles with that. Outside of that, I send condolences to Shock G's family (RIP), talk about a run in w/a podcast listener, sharing investment awareness w/others and how things get harder as you continue on your journey to changing the narrative of your life. I...
2021-04-2550 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #31 - In The MomentI know. I know. It's been a minute. But, I am back with a full episode. We've got a lot to catch up on and this episode will do just that. I talk about the passing of DMX & Black Rob briefly. Also, on a lot...yes a lot of family stuff this episode. For instance, we went on a hike recently (my boys and I) and their Mom joined us...first time we've ever done that. Deep conversation about that. Not something you'd think would happen after a divorce...but it did. I also share with you our 3 year...
2021-04-191h 30
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #30 - "Highlight Reel Isn't REAL"We often fall victim to other people's "Highlight Reel" on social media, thinking life is super peachy for them. Then looking at our lives in disappointment because we aren't where we feel we should have been. I get it, trust me...I did the same thing. In this episode I share how I've learned to combat that a bit on the platforms I use...I hope you get a little something out of this one as well. And I briefly touch on how my co-parenting is going with my ex-wife (kids mother) these days and I think you'll be pleasantly...
2021-03-2547 min
A Coffee With The AngelsEp.04 - Archangel Michael and Osiris on the Dark Night of the Soul and the Second Ray of WisdomIn this episode we are talking about the Dark Night of the Soul and the Second Ray os Wisdom. Archangel Michael and the God Osiris came through to help us understand this in a different way. Ready to expand your consciousness with me?Let's connect on Instagram:@mariamolinaangelsJoin the Beautiful Souls Tribe here:t.me/viplistmariamolinaThank you for being here!Make sure you Follow the podcast for more episodes!
2021-03-1921 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #29 - "Keep It Simple"Is your life complicated, stressful and cluttered like mine was 4 years ago? Do you spend all your money on buying things you really don't need or use? Or maybe you just can't seem to get yourself to get rid of things you really never let see the light of day? I have some tips for you that may help you de-clutter your life and simplify your bills and more. In this episode I tell you how Minimalism changed my life and helped me get a good grasp of my home and my finances. I hope this short episode helps...
2021-03-1532 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #28 - "Step Aside, Let Him Work"It's normal for things to get stressful and for us to at times lose our cool. But when it begins to happen more frequent and it starts to really mess with your peace and get you off course, it's a problem. Those are times I have to be reminded of what got me to where I am and that I am not the same man I was before. In fact, I am much different because I have made it my mission to be better and do better. Here's a little story from the other day where I had to...
2021-03-0125 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #27 - Growth Often Means OutgrowUsually when we begin to show some growth in our lives, its followed by outgrowing somethings or even someone. This is where I am at today and it's a lonely road. But, one that needs to be travelled if you are ever to truly become who you've always envisioned. To be honest, a lot of what I am experiencing now is long overdue. I feel like the milk has been sitting in my refrigerator for years and I just never threw it out. Well, I've got to it and its been a learning experience. I hope you enjoy this episode...
2021-02-241h 03
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp.#26 - Rock BottomOften times we think we've hit rock bottom and think, well this ain't too bad...I can do this. Then, rock bottom actually hits and we're faced with a cross road of giving up or powering through. Last year when Covid hit, I was faced with a very tough situation that I thought for sure would break me. It didn't. It made me...this is my story. I promise, you will survive even your darkest time if you do not give up, keep your faith and continue to push forward. If this story speaks to you, please share with...
2021-02-151h 22
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp# 25 - Struggle ConflictEver feared you'd lose your hunger? Your drive? The very thing that pushed you to change who you are because you have finally hit that turning point in your life where things seem to be getting better? Yea, I know...me too. That is where I am right now and to be quite honest, I am terrified. I am trying to make sure I remember what got tme here at the same time as I "let go" of the past. It's not an easy thing, but I discuss that here. I hope you enjoy and if it hits home...
2021-01-241h 01
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #24 - Yea, Santa Is Still Real To Us...I know as adults we are super jaded with the world especially today. So many people are deciding to stray from the old story we grew up on as kids with regards to Santa Claus and I am here to tell ya...I won't be one of them. I am allowing my kids to be kids for as long as I can. I know there will come a day when it no longer works, but parents; we only get them as babies and little kids for so long...don't you think we should embrace it and let their imagination fly...
2020-12-2516 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #23 - Music Story: Respect The Prince of The SouthWell, after the Joe Rogan podcast recently with J.Prince...I was inspired to share my story of my encounter with the prince of the south and Rap-A-Lot some 15-16 years ago as I was on a promotional tour for a project I put out called "Filthy". My tour took me through beautiful Houston, TX which is a place that heavily influenced my musical upbringing. While out there I was filming for my dvd to be released with my next cd and attended a party for an artist I was a huge fan of and that is when I learned...
2020-12-2529 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #22 - Permission to Have a MomentHolidays are tough already right? Having to do them in separate homes is even tougher. Add in a bit of them good old memories of when that wasn't a thing and you've got yourself a recipe for hard feelings. I had that very thing happen to me tonight and instead of running from it, I allowed myself permission to embrace it and have a moment. Then once I was done, I got back to the strong me I have become. I think we owe it to ourselves to allow these things but not to live there because they can...
2020-12-2123 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #21 - The Introduction 2 (The @MolinaBoys)Well, I hit the 20 episode mark and as promised I brought in my first guests. Who better to bring in than the two people I talk about the most; my children. So, today I invited my two sons; Jordan (11) & Jayden (9) to join me for a little one on one to introduce themselves and talk a bit. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did. It was very cool listening to them speak and to realize how much they have grown into great young boys. Makes me feel pretty damn proud. So, parents, soon to be parents or...
2020-12-1759 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #20 - It's A lot, But Do It Anyway...There was a lot to catch up on for this episode...so please take it all in. Lot's to do with parenting, lessons I am sharing with you I am teaching them on down to dealing with folks who just can't understand your bond with your children and compare yours to theirs. It can get tricky. It's a lot being everything to your children including a provider..some excel some don't. Regardless, we must do the work anyway. I also dip into a small area of me and the new world of "potential" dating and my struggles with that. I...
2020-12-121h 36
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #19 - It Starts w/YouI know there is a lot to be down for these days. It feels more divided than ever and we are all still stuck dealing with this pandemic. But, let me give you some very simple advice in this episode. You have the control to change your immediate surroundings and the way life is for you. Simple small gestures everyday can help turn things around, not only for you...but for those who witness them when they are done. Please listen and share if you feel someone needs to hear this. Thank you...
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2020-11-1424 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #18 - Unified DivisionThis is the first episode I recorded on the go, I hope you enjoy it. Today is election day and with tensions being so high and division being at an all time I felt it was important to at least touch on something that hopefully will give you some food for thought going into tonight and moving forward. If you enjoy this episode and it hits home for you and you feel like someone should hear it, please share it via text message or on any of your social media platforms. Thanks again!
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2020-11-0329 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #17 - Not Here, Not Now, Not Like This...Energy hasn't been the greatest? Yea, mine either...and I am about to share with you why. It's very important that we clean our space (physically and socially) meaning online as well as in real life. Our energy is important. Life has been like trudging through mud the last few weeks, but I am getting through it. But, are we being honest? I hope so...because I almost didn't make it through and you'll find out why here.... The Perfect Mess.
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2020-10-171h 28
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #16 - Meet You HalfwayThis episode we catch up after my 46th Birthday, yes...I said 46th. We talk about life being 46 and the aches I am going through now during my 75Hard program. On top of that, I talk about the struggle of being your kids friend and father and teaching them the difference. I struggle and my heart gets to tugging at me when I have to discipline my kids, but I know the other side of that if I don't. I share a story that happened this past week where my youngest had a meltdown, said some things he regret...
2020-09-271h 16
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #15 - If It Doesn’t, It ShouldIt’s been interesting to see how divided Covid has all of us. As if we need one more thing to divide us these days. But it’s true and I’m not exempt from that at all. I’ve caught my own heat for my stance on it and we’ll discuss that here on episode 15. Here is my Instacart referral I spoke about: https://shoppers.instacart.com/?referral=RMJAB771B9&utm_medium=copy&utm_source=instacart_referral&utm_campaign=supply_referral
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2020-09-211h 18
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #14 - Do Hard ThingsToday's episode is a short one, but it's simply about tackling the hard things in life, things we don't necessarily want to do and often avoid or put off for another time. It's difficult, it's hard convincing yourself to do them especially if they come with stress, pain, or heartache. But here's the thing...that's when we know we have to do them and do them first before anything else. Why? Because they aren't going to go anywhere until you face them. And in my own journey that I share here with all of you on The Perfect Mess...
2020-09-2021 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #13 - Better TogetherIn the spirit of 9/11, I touch on the memory and my trip to NYC 4-5 years after 9/11. I also discuss the feeling of the country after those events and how it brought us all together as one; as Americans...and how we could use that today in this current climate. Aside from that, I talk about Football's return, how sports is so different from the fans perspective. Also, we've had more fires to deal with, which led to some creative dad moves to keep my boys busy and active. Yes, they learned how to drive! WHAT?! Yes...tune in...
2020-09-111h 21
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #12 - VictimhoodI've sat and watched recently how a great majority of the world embraces being a victim. In fact people encourage those to use it as an excuse as to why life is so hard and why they are the way they are. You had no choice, look at where you came from...this is the hand you were dealt! WRONG! I don't buy into that, and neither should you. I am here to share 10 different stories of how people chose to not play the victim card (they rightfully could have) and chose to get busy living instead of getting...
2020-09-041h 08
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #11 - Compliments & ApproachI was given a compliment recently and was taken a back for a bit. Something like that hasn’t happened in so long and I had no idea how to respond. It got me thinking about a few things. 1.) why don’t women do that more often? 2.) how do we compliment and approach women these days without looking or sounding like a creep? So much to talk about and I would love to hear from you all. Here’s my IG’s: @theperfectmesspod @itsplayarae and don’t forget to subscribe, review and share!
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2020-09-0153 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #10 - Fall In LineThis episode we open with a little of what I’ve been up to the last week and how some funny things happened with regards to my last podcast “Stand By Me”. Then we jump on in to “Fall In Line” which is a deep discussion on accepting people for their differences of opinion on life and all its different aspects. Learning that it’s ok to disagree and not feel the need to cancel someone or be angry and end a friendship or disown a family member. That having a “you’re either with us or your against us” mentality ca...
2020-08-071h 22
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #9 - Stand By MeIt’s kind of amazing to realize that our kids these days don’t experience “outside” like we use to. From having friends knocking on our doors asking if we can come outside and play, to riding bikes miles and miles away from our homes with our friends just to “hang out”. Digital runs everything now and I’ve taken it upon myself to dig back into my childhood to share things with my kids to help them grow and experience life outside the confines of a computer screen. Stand By Me was a life changer for me as a kid and I’ll...
2020-07-3153 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #8 - Don’t Lose You, While Looking for LoveIn this episode it’s story time. Some of you may be in a situation right now where you are in love with someone and they are giving you every sign or telling you direct that they are not into you anymore or just aren’t feeling you anymore...and you keep trying; forcing in fact. When we do this we lose a small piece of ourselves each time. It’s important to love and respect ourselves more and to learn to leave and walk away knowing at some point we’ll be ok. I take you back to when I w...
2020-07-2738 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #7 - 30 Day Recap & 200lb Dip!In this episode we recap the last 30 days since the previous podcast. I discuss taking my kids to their first protest, my 1st & 2nd mtn. bike trip, crushing #75Hard, starting my own program #448Refined, books I’m reading and my first time under 200lbs in over 20 years! Here are some links to check out per the episode: http://www.andyfrisella.com (created of #75hard), http://www.lionsnotsheep.com (brand created by Sean Whalen and the hat I am wearing in the YouTube of this episode). My personal site is: http://www.raymolina.com for merchandise etc.
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2020-07-171h 09
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #6 - What Is Learned Can Be Un-LearnedWe are living in some unique times. Times when things we thought were done with are coming back to haunt us all. We went from a global pandemic over Covid-19 to protests and riots over police brutality and racial in-equality. Things have boiled over and as tempers rise we are having to process where we stand in all of this. It's taking a lot of reflection on ourselves, our families, our friends and our homes. Acknowledging that there are in fact problems there and that it is no longer acceptable to remain quiet about it. These times require us...
2020-06-0751 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #5 - Fathering During A CrisisToday, I had no plans to do an podcast. But, not only are we dealing with a pandemic and Covid-19 but we are now once again dealing with Police Brutality and Racial Tension. Our country is in bad shape right now and truth be told, being a Father trying to teach your children how to navigate through all of this is not an easy task. I went into tonights POD with no script, just turned the mic on and got to recording because of a conversation I had with my children today after home schooling. I hope this message...
2020-05-3054 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #4 - Alone, Not Lonely.Learning to be alone and not be lonely is tough. Most people think being alone means you’re lonely and that can be true, but not in all cases. Your alone time should be cherished, it’s time to get to know yourself and what you expect out of life. Most of us had to hit rock bottom to learn how to be alone and not be lonely...
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2020-05-0951 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #3 - Embracing FailureI’ve spent a good portion of my life failing. But I’ve also spent a good portion learning from those failures. I’ve learned to overcome the obstacles in my own head and the fear of judgement for failing. And in turn, I’ve learned to use failure to catapult me to a more positive and fulfilling life. I wanted to share how I’ve done this and how you can too if you’re currently struggling with failure in your life.
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2020-04-2749 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp. #2 - Roles & CrutchesEveryone plays a role in our lives. Some are for the good and some are for the bad. But ultimately, everyone has a roll. It’s up to us what we use the lessons for. Our past can be a crutch. One we lean on or pull out conveniently when things get hard for us in life. That can be detrimental to our present as well as our future. It’s up to us to identify it and make sure we put that crutch away and acknowledge that we have the power to change our circumstance and it starts with...
2020-04-1542 min
The Perfect Mess PodcastEp #1 - The IntroductionThis is the in depth introduction to myself, my life and how this podcast came to be. It’s long, but it had to be...there’s a lot to say so you fully understand the magnitude of what’s going here. So, grab a cup of coffee, some tea or some whiskey (my drink of choice) and find a quiet spot so you can soak all of this up.
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2020-04-071h 57
The Words Over Ice Show#57 - Stripping Down Leadership - With Chris MolinaOn todays episode of TWOIS, we welcome back Chris Molina. Chris is a Marine Corps Veteran, Purdue University Alum, Professional Speaker, Author of “I’m in a Leadership Role, Now What?”, Husband & Father of a 4-month old. Outside of being a Stay-at-home Father, Chris was focused his career on making College Students better Professionals & better Leaders. Link to book: https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Role-Now-What-Strengthen-ebook-dp-B07P5PQKRL/dp/B07P5PQKRL/ref=mt_kindle?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=
2019-10-301h 06
The Words Over Ice Show#44 - Follow The Leader - With Chris MolinaOn this episode of TWOIS, Ray & Jason talk with Chris Molina about developing leaders. Chris Molina is a Marine Corps Veteran, Purdue University Alum, Professional Speaker, Author of “I’m in a Leadership Role, Now What?”, Husband & Father of a 4-month old. Outside of being a Stay-at-home Father, Chris was focused his career on making College Students better Professionals & better Leaders. Link to book: https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Role-Now-What-Strengthen-ebook-dp-B07P5PQKRL/dp/B07P5PQKRL/ref=mt_kindle?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=
2019-06-2758 min
Professional By ChoiceJourney to Announcing W/ Ray FloresToday we are speaking with Ray Flores. Ray is an “On Air Anchor” at “ESPN Radio 1000-Chicago” and is also an “Announcer” for various Mixed Martial Arts & Boxing Organizations. We will be discussing the journey to his success and advice for young professionals pursuing their dreams.
Some of the organizations he’s worked with include
The UFC
Total Fight Challenge,
Ironheart Crown
C3
Brawl at Bourbon Street
XFO
Absolute Fighting Alliance
HDNet’s Inside MMA
Comcast SportsNet Chicago
Fite Nite....
2016-06-2700 min
The Junior & Leo ShowEpisode 114: Comedians Ray Molina and Alfonso PortelaWe get deep on this episode of The Junior & Leo Show with comedians, Ray Molina and Alfonso Portela! We start with some light-hearted banter about comedy, and then at some point veer hard into some real talk about being insecure as a child, morphing into an angry adult, and then eventually having that epiphany that you have the power to change yourself, and thus taking on the responsibility to do the work. We eventually work our way back into talking comedy, but for anyone out there who has suffers from insecurities, and wants to change, this episode is HIGHLY recommended...
2013-08-1600 min