Dad Bod Pod https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com I started this space because the world can feel heavy, loud, and overwhelming—and I wanted to create something different. Something positive.This podcast is about choosing hope, growth, and perspective, even when life isn’t easy. It’s a place for honest conversations, small reminders, and moments that help us slow down and breathe a little deeper.You won’t find perfection here—just real thoughts, real experiences, and a genuine intention to add a bit more light to the world. Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:39:24 +0000 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en 2026 Justin Curtis Education:Self-Improvement 1440 episodic I started this space because the world can feel heavy, loud, and overwhelming—and I wanted to create something different. Something positive.This podcast is about choosing hope, growth, and perspective, even when life isn’t easy. It’s a place for honest conversations, small reminders, and moments that help us slow down and breathe a little deeper.You won’t find perfection here—just real thoughts, real experiences, and a genuine intention to add a bit more light to the world. Justin Curtis Justin Curtis No false https://feed.podbean.com/jnewmancurtis/feed.xml https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22450744/2026-01-25_Original.png Dad Bod Pod https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com 144 144 Don't Wait — Tell Them Now | EP 2.5 Don't Wait — Tell Them Now | EP 2.5 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/dont-wait-%e2%80%94-tell-them-now/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/dont-wait-%e2%80%94-tell-them-now/#comments Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:39:24 +0000 jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/d0e337df-6af2-3e70-b296-377ae84b947c Host reflects on the podcast's purpose of choosing hope and perspective, and shares a heartfelt reminder that we often wait too long to tell people what they mean to us.

He urges listeners to pick one person, say the important words now—face to face if possible—and not save them for a funeral or a regret.

]]> Host reflects on the podcast's purpose of choosing hope and perspective, and shares a heartfelt reminder that we often wait too long to tell people what they mean to us.

He urges listeners to pick one person, say the important words now—face to face if possible—and not save them for a funeral or a regret.

]]> Justin Curtis false No 396 20 full Don't Let Negativity Write Your Story | EP 2.4 Don't Let Negativity Write Your Story | EP 2.4 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/dont-let-negativity-write-your-story/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/dont-let-negativity-write-your-story/#comments Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:22:48 +0000 jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/2ccb080a-36cc-3334-8c8a-7f88942d6029 This episode examines how outrage and negativity — amplified by media and algorithms — have replaced real conversation, deepening division and stealing our peace.

It calls listeners to pause, listen before responding, ask questions with curiosity, and choose kindness and grace in everyday interactions, reminding us that change begins in our homes, workplaces, and communities.

]]> This episode examines how outrage and negativity — amplified by media and algorithms — have replaced real conversation, deepening division and stealing our peace.

It calls listeners to pause, listen before responding, ask questions with curiosity, and choose kindness and grace in everyday interactions, reminding us that change begins in our homes, workplaces, and communities.

]]> Justin Curtis false No 279 19 full Father's Day Reflections | EP 2.3 Father's Day Reflections | EP 2.3 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/the-title-of-riverside_copy_of_magic_episode_01_justin_curti/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/the-title-of-riverside_copy_of_magic_episode_01_justin_curti/#comments Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:41:48 +0000 jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/954a8c1c-9541-31b2-90de-8936c5dd672c Justin Curtis false No 827 18 full No Skips: A Music conversation with My Son, Brock | EP 2.2 No Skips: A Music conversation with My Son, Brock | EP 2.2 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/no-skips-a-music-conversation-with-my-son-brock-ep-22/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/no-skips-a-music-conversation-with-my-son-brock-ep-22/#comments Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:56:15 +0000 76ff5ea9-a89f-469f-bb53-4c9d6c704b74 This was so much fun talking music with my oldest. Enjoy!

]]> This was so much fun talking music with my oldest. Enjoy!

]]> <p>This was so much fun talking music with my oldest. Enjoy!</p> Justin Curtis false No 1551 full No Skips: A Music conversation with My Son, Brock | EP 2.2 World Cup : Finding Your Own Truth | EP 2.1 World Cup : Finding Your Own Truth | EP 2.1 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/world-cup-finding-your-own-truth-ep-21/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/world-cup-finding-your-own-truth-ep-21/#comments Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:07:59 +0000 5817eac1-bd91-4316-81ea-7b0d952970fa In today’s episode of the Dad Bod Pod, I’m diving into the overwhelming yet beautiful chaos of the World Cup. From Messi's hat trick to the packed stadiums, it's a reminder that sometimes the reality is far richer than the headlines suggest.

]]> In today’s episode of the Dad Bod Pod, I’m diving into the overwhelming yet beautiful chaos of the World Cup. From Messi's hat trick to the packed stadiums, it's a reminder that sometimes the reality is far richer than the headlines suggest.

]]> <p>In today’s episode of the Dad Bod Pod, I’m diving into the overwhelming yet beautiful chaos of the World Cup. From Messi's hat trick to the packed stadiums, it's a reminder that sometimes the reality is far richer than the headlines suggest.</p> Justin Curtis false No 458 2 1 full World Cup : Finding Your Own Truth | EP 2.1 Order Your Latte: The Power of Focusing on What You Want in Life | EP 1.15 Order Your Latte: The Power of Focusing on What You Want in Life | EP 1.15 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/order-your-latte-the-power-of-focusing-on-what-you-want-in-life-ep-115/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/order-your-latte-the-power-of-focusing-on-what-you-want-in-life-ep-115/#comments Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:01:28 +0000 3c168240-fe2c-44a4-bb91-e0cdee4fd0b5 The conversation explores the concept of the Black Coffee Theory, emphasizing the importance of focusing on what you want rather than what you don't want. It delves into the impact of negativity, parenting, communication, and the shift in perspective towards intentional living.

Takeaways

  • Focus on what you want, not what you don't want
  • Communicate clearly and intentionally

]]> The conversation explores the concept of the Black Coffee Theory, emphasizing the importance of focusing on what you want rather than what you don't want. It delves into the impact of negativity, parenting, communication, and the shift in perspective towards intentional living.

Takeaways

  • Focus on what you want, not what you don't want
  • Communicate clearly and intentionally

]]> <p>The conversation explores the concept of the Black Coffee Theory, emphasizing the importance of focusing on what you want rather than what you don't want. It delves into the impact of negativity, parenting, communication, and the shift in perspective towards intentional living.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Focus on what you want, not what you don't want</li><li>Communicate clearly and intentionally</li></ul><p></p> Justin Curtis false No 403 16 full Order Your Latte: The Power of Focusing on What You Want in Life | EP 1.15 Navigating Life’s Heaviness: A Reflection on Resilience w/ Moses Kuria | EP 1.14 Navigating Life’s Heaviness: A Reflection on Resilience w/ Moses Kuria | EP 1.14 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/navigating-life-s-heaviness-a-reflection-on-resilience-w-moses-kuria-ep-114/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/navigating-life-s-heaviness-a-reflection-on-resilience-w-moses-kuria-ep-114/#comments Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:07:36 +0000 f6f99bef-70a0-4b74-af5e-330a4f48296a "when life feels heavy"

]]> "when life feels heavy"

]]> <p>"when life feels heavy"</p> Justin Curtis false No 183 14 full Navigating Life’s Heaviness: A Reflection on Resilience w/ Moses Kuria | EP 1.14 The Oxygen Mask Rule | EP 1.13 The Oxygen Mask Rule | EP 1.13 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/the-oxygen-mask-rule-ep-113/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/the-oxygen-mask-rule-ep-113/#comments Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:58:36 +0000 835411e3-bf21-4561-9b84-831ed1b2c8d2 A short, encouraging episode about why taking care of yourself isn’t selfish — it’s essential for being there for your family. This podcast reminds listeners that rest, boundaries, and small self-care habits help them show up as their best, most present selves. A practical and relatable message for parents and caregivers who give a lot to others but need a reminder to recharge themselves.

]]> A short, encouraging episode about why taking care of yourself isn’t selfish — it’s essential for being there for your family. This podcast reminds listeners that rest, boundaries, and small self-care habits help them show up as their best, most present selves. A practical and relatable message for parents and caregivers who give a lot to others but need a reminder to recharge themselves.

]]> <p>A short, encouraging episode about why taking care of yourself isn’t selfish — it’s essential for being there for your family. This podcast reminds listeners that rest, boundaries, and small self-care habits help them show up as their best, most present selves. A practical and relatable message for parents and caregivers who give a lot to others but need a reminder to recharge themselves.</p> Justin Curtis false No 406 13 full The Oxygen Mask Rule | EP 1.13 Myth of the Perfect Moment | Ep 12 Myth of the Perfect Moment | Ep 12 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/myth-of-the-perfect-moment-ep-12/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/myth-of-the-perfect-moment-ep-12/#comments Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:26:10 +0000 385e33d1-65bc-4ce7-ae27-8ecc7816f9f0 How many dreams are still on your shelf?

Every moment spent waiting is a moment lost.

Your future self is begging you to begin!

What’s one small step you can take today?

]]> How many dreams are still on your shelf?

Every moment spent waiting is a moment lost.

Your future self is begging you to begin!

What’s one small step you can take today?

]]> <p>How many dreams are still on your shelf?</p><p>Every moment spent waiting is a moment lost.</p><p>Your future self is begging you to begin!</p><p>What’s one small step you can take today?</p> Justin Curtis false No 364 12 full Myth of the Perfect Moment | Ep 12 The Resilience of Bo Nix: A Lesson in Perspective| Ep 11 The Resilience of Bo Nix: A Lesson in Perspective| Ep 11 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/the-resilience-of-bo-nix-a-lesson-in-perspective-ep-11/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/the-resilience-of-bo-nix-a-lesson-in-perspective-ep-11/#comments Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:26:18 +0000 5deedcfe-2dd3-4af6-931d-e42a2af23c7c 🔥 "When life tackles you, how do you respond?"

Bo Nix’s story is a powerful reminder that setbacks can lead to greater understanding and growth.

We can find strength in our struggles, and it’s essential to keep perspective on what truly matters—our relationships!

How do you maintain a positive outlook in tough situations?

Let me know!

]]> 🔥 "When life tackles you, how do you respond?"

Bo Nix’s story is a powerful reminder that setbacks can lead to greater understanding and growth.

We can find strength in our struggles, and it’s essential to keep perspective on what truly matters—our relationships!

How do you maintain a positive outlook in tough situations?

Let me know!

]]> <p>🔥 "When life tackles you, how do you respond?"</p><p></p><p>Bo Nix’s story is a powerful reminder that setbacks can lead to greater understanding and growth.</p><p></p><p>We can find strength in our struggles, and it’s essential to keep perspective on what truly matters—our relationships!</p><p>How do you maintain a positive outlook in tough situations?</p><p></p><p>Let me know!</p><p></p> Justin Curtis false No 371 1 11 full The Resilience of Bo Nix: A Lesson in Perspective| Ep 11 Power of Positivity | EP 10 Power of Positivity | EP 10 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/power-of-positivity-ep-10/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/power-of-positivity-ep-10/#comments Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:12:56 +0000 df5f22b6-8673-4f1a-913a-3b58b51f8925 Lynn Jones of the Jacksonville Free Press and Liam Coen created quite the stir on social media this week. Listen to why we need more of Lynn Jones in the world.

]]> Lynn Jones of the Jacksonville Free Press and Liam Coen created quite the stir on social media this week. Listen to why we need more of Lynn Jones in the world.

]]> <p>Lynn Jones of the Jacksonville Free Press and Liam Coen created quite the stir on social media this week. Listen to why we need more of Lynn Jones in the world. </p> Justin Curtis false No 363 1 10 full God Wants You to Move | EP 9 God Wants You to Move | EP 9 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/god-wants-you-to-move-ep-9/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/god-wants-you-to-move-ep-9/#comments Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:02:46 +0000 9bd931d7-1853-4fe7-8b26-4f2853da0248 Mario Cristobal was fired at FIU. He used that as a learning experience. He is coaching in the CFP National Championship.

Listen to his perspective on getting fired and how God was at work.

]]> Mario Cristobal was fired at FIU. He used that as a learning experience. He is coaching in the CFP National Championship.

Listen to his perspective on getting fired and how God was at work.

]]> <p>Mario Cristobal was fired at FIU. He used that as a learning experience. He is coaching in the CFP National Championship. </p><p>Listen to his perspective on getting fired and how God was at work. </p> Justin Curtis false No 323 1 9 full God Wants You to Move | EP 9 Raison D’etre | EP 8 Raison D’etre | EP 8 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/raison-d-etre-ep-8/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/raison-d-etre-ep-8/#comments Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:07:13 +0000 a279a237-3d75-4dd7-8f5c-dbb2c1981e94 The most important reason or purpose for someone or something's existence.

This week, I dive into the incredible meaning behind my star word, a beacon guiding me towards my best self.

]]> The most important reason or purpose for someone or something's existence.

This week, I dive into the incredible meaning behind my star word, a beacon guiding me towards my best self.

]]> <p>The most important reason or purpose for someone or something's existence.</p><p></p><p>This week, I dive into the incredible meaning behind my star word, a beacon guiding me towards my best self.</p> Justin Curtis false No 1435 1 8 full Raison D’etre | EP 8 Is Anyone Listening | EP 7 Is Anyone Listening | EP 7 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/is-anyone-listening-ep-7/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/is-anyone-listening-ep-7/#comments Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:39:51 +0000 356b1781-4e13-4551-8caa-78480096aa1c Listening to hear or listening to respond.

Listening is not waiting for your turn to speak—it’s choosing to truly hear .

]]> Listening to hear or listening to respond.

Listening is not waiting for your turn to speak—it’s choosing to truly hear .

]]> <p>Listening to hear or listening to respond.</p><p><em>Listening is not waiting for your turn to speak—it’s choosing to truly hear . </em></p> Justin Curtis false No 185 1 7 full Is Anyone Listening | EP 7 Why Not ( Philip Rivers ) | EP 6 Why Not ( Philip Rivers ) | EP 6 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/why-not-philip-rivers-ep-6/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/why-not-philip-rivers-ep-6/#comments Mon, 29 Dec 2025 15:10:16 +0000 0bc1e057-b4e4-4047-a9c3-2b7522f9f3e0 Philip Rivers' remarkable return at 44 proves age is no barrier to greatness, showcasing brilliant moments on the field and insightful commentary that inspires a new generation.

]]> Philip Rivers' remarkable return at 44 proves age is no barrier to greatness, showcasing brilliant moments on the field and insightful commentary that inspires a new generation.

]]> <p>Philip Rivers' remarkable return at 44 proves age is no barrier to greatness, showcasing brilliant moments on the field and insightful commentary that inspires a new generation.</p> Justin Curtis false No 218 1 6 full Why Not ( Philip Rivers ) | EP 6 Pivot Year Day 5 | EP 5 Pivot Year Day 5 | EP 5 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/pivot-year-day-5-ep-5/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/pivot-year-day-5-ep-5/#comments Sun, 28 Dec 2025 21:02:43 +0000 11352421-c898-4d1b-a44e-1efd8d90b432 Day 5 reading from Pivot Year

]]> Day 5 reading from Pivot Year

]]> <p>Day 5 reading from Pivot Year </p> Justin Curtis false No 221 1 5 full Pivot Year Day 5 | EP 5 Trash Day | EP 4 Trash Day | EP 4 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/trash-day-ep-4/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/trash-day-ep-4/#comments Sun, 28 Dec 2025 20:32:26 +0000 dc0e0211-3892-4f0d-8306-e4639181c80c Taking out the trash

]]> Taking out the trash

]]> <p>Taking out the trash </p> Justin Curtis false No 128 1 4 full Trash Day | EP 4 Pivot Year Day 3 | EP 3 Pivot Year Day 3 | EP 3 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/pivot-year-day-3-ep-3/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/pivot-year-day-3-ep-3/#comments Sat, 27 Dec 2025 03:18:28 +0000 16c237c4-65b7-4544-9cdc-40fc9b031c0d Day 3 reading from Pivot Year

]]> Day 3 reading from Pivot Year

]]> <p>Day 3 reading from Pivot Year </p> Justin Curtis false No 139 1 3 full Pivot Year Day 3 | EP 3 What Are You Built For | EP 2 What Are You Built For | EP 2 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/what-are-you-built-for-ep-2/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/what-are-you-built-for-ep-2/#comments Wed, 24 Dec 2025 15:24:40 +0000 89b45bd4-4016-4dc3-88ff-517db3cd19d1 Albert Einstein quote

]]> Albert Einstein quote

]]> <p>Albert Einstein quote </p> Justin Curtis false No 193 1 2 full What Are You Built For | EP 2 We’re Not in Missouri Anymore | EP 1 We’re Not in Missouri Anymore | EP 1 https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/we-re-not-in-missouri-anymore-ep-1/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/we-re-not-in-missouri-anymore-ep-1/#comments Tue, 23 Dec 2025 16:26:24 +0000 b27d3266-dc3c-45c9-b202-c0bf87f8ecf3 Chiefs are leaving Missouri for Kansas.

]]> Chiefs are leaving Missouri for Kansas.

]]> <p>Chiefs are leaving Missouri for Kansas. </p> Justin Curtis false No 940 1 1 full We’re Not in Missouri Anymore | EP 1 Favorite Quotes | Mother T ( Trailer ) Favorite Quotes | Mother T ( Trailer ) https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/favorite-quotes-mother-t-trailer/ https://jnewmancurtis.podbean.com/e/favorite-quotes-mother-t-trailer/#comments Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:21:08 +0000 c4540713-61a8-41af-a7ea-e492a7543f3b My favorite quote of all time. 🐐

]]> My favorite quote of all time. 🐐

]]> <p>My favorite quote of all time. 🐐</p> Justin Curtis false No 91 1 trailer Favorite Quotes | Mother T ( Trailer )