The Last Fry with Patrick and Deacon B: Recent Episodes
Patrick and Deacon B
The Last Fry--a podcast that brings listeners the same joy that they experience when they find that last french fry at the bottom of their fast food bag! Join Patrick and Deacon B for humorous, inspiring, and joy-filled discussions about a variety of life-related topics that will help you make tomorrow better by besting your yesterday. {Our Pulse bumper music is used under license from Safe Music List and composed by Evegney Kiselevich.}
We are surrounded by professionals who perform thankless jobs that we rely upon every day. The guys go through a list of jobs that are thankless, and we are thankful they get done every day. Take a moment to look outside of your regular routine and give those how do that hard jobs a nod.
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What an interesting topic...who packed your "parachute"? Who works behind the scenes to help you be successful? The guys talk about those ever so important people that we may never see, or who we do see, but don't directly interact with on a regular basis. Of course...laughs abound, but we also get you thinking, too. Join in!
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These two talk about when their children were born as we eagerly await Deacon B's son and daughter-in-law's second child! Laughs? What else can you expect?! Join in!
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There is no written introduction for this episode, you just gotta tune in. Corn sweat--it is REAL!
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Alright! The guys were just coming from the July 4th weekend when they recorded this show, and they invite you along for the final few Humility challenges! Join in, won't ya!
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They failed...miserably! Deacon B and Patrick crashed on one of the Humility challenges regarding grumbling. Listen in, laugh along, and perhaps join in as these two try again.
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Alright! The guys took a short break for some for some planned, and unplanned, family time and are back with the continuation of the "Humility Rules" challenge. Deacon B and Patrick report out on their recent three challenges and embark on the next three challenges--tune in, get updated, and join in!
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Deacon and Patrick give the first three "assignments" from the Humility Rules book in this new series, and they did...alright! Give this episode a listen, and even better, join in the homework assignments!
Happy Easter everyone! Yes, the Easter season is in full swing and the guys tell you all about their Easter happenings. Are you ready for a new series? Then tune in to learn more and even jump into the mix!
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You know two Catholic guys are going to talk about Easter and Deacon B and Patrick won't disappoint. Join us!
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Deacon B comes up with great topics that are covered on the show, and this week is no exception. Smile! The topic is smiling for your health, well being, and...say it with us...JOY! Don't mind the severed head--we'll get to that in a minute. Join in!
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What "One Thing" (our current One Thing Theme) could you do or give up this Spring season that could make a difference in your world or the world around you? Deacon and Patrick talk about this idea and how it could really be beneficial in this week's episode. Enjoy!
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Deacon B and Patrick are getting ready for Spring sports in 2025, but instead of talking about baseball and the like, they go searching for, and finding, some really odd-ball sports...many which have world championship status! Please tune in...you won't believe what you hear!
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How can $0.25 make an "A" math student? How about those people around you that help make you a better person? The guys talk about the influential people in their lives (besides their awesome wives!) that made a difference. Laughs? Always!
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Happy New Year! It's 2025, and the guys just turned on the mics and recorded another version of, "the show before the show" and came up with a show programming idea called, "One Thing A Day." What could that mean?! Tune in and find out!
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The guys dive into being present this holiday season (and all the time, actually!) by putting the social media away, turn off the TV and be present to those around you. The Mail Bag even makes an appearance! Merry Christmas all!
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Deacon B interviews Patrick and Stephanie about being the parents of the bride for their eldest daughter's wedding. It's a good one, folks! (Yes...if you are counting, that the second wedding for the Molina's in 2024.)
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The guys hit record too early and you get a peek at the banter that typically happens before the show! The guys talk about Halloween, Deacon's Peloton, and the upcoming wedding. Yep! Some random conversations between two dudes, and you are in on it.
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It's Halloween! The guys talk about all sorts of Halloween stuff (like a fire in the driveway?!), so tune and and enjoy!
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In this episode, Deacon B and Patrick talk about the benefits of being...optimistic. You can live longer by being optimistic, or so the research says. Listen in to see how being optimistic can extend your life into your 80's!
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Deacon B does his first man on the street interviews...at Maxwell and Mikayla's wedding this past June. Why not?! Listen in as Deacon visits with several guests at the reception as they dole out wisdom and love. As always, no shortage of laughs!
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Ever wondered what the pre-show conversation between Deacon B and Patrick might sound like? It's your lucky day, because this show is a small sample of what the guys banter about before they hit the record button. Joy? Of course!
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Patrick takes the studio out on the road in Canton, Texas and interviewed folks attending the First Monday Flea Market billed as the World's Largest Flea Market. Flying Pigs, inducing labor, and scorpions in acrylic await you in this episode!
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The guys talk about some of their hobbies for their (nerdy) youth and their adult lives and how those hobbies have changed...or have they? Listen in to this fun episode to put a smile in your heart while you make tomorrow better by besting your yesterday.
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We went right back to the hustle and bustle that defined our lives before the pandemic. Deacon B and Patrick want to help you remember the peace and joy we experienced when we had to shut down and slow down---let's try to bring some of that quietness back, because in resting you might find some peace and much needed healing. Bonus! Our podcast has our fist sponsor, so listen in for that new addition to the show!
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It's the little things that can change a world. Deacon B and Patrick talk about doing small things every day that can have a big impact to those around you! Yes, of course...lots of laughs and a quick peek into the Mailbag! Join in!
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Deacon B and Patrick quiz each other on some Olympic trivia, visit about memorable moments in past Olympics, and marvel over the incredible dedication Olympic athletes devote to their craft. Of course there are plenty of laughs to go around, too!
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The guys talk about unexpected changes in life and how they cope with those unplanned events. Listen in!
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Deacon B interviews Stephanie and Patrick on being the parents of the groom for Max and Mikayla's recent wedding! Plenty of laughs and joy to share!
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This week, Deacon B and Patrick talk about that very finite resource...time. Find out how those two try to manage their time and maybe pick up a couple of ideas on how you can improve your time management.
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This week, the guys riff on some of their favorite foods. Yes...a rather random topic, and a fun one! Join in, have some laughs, and perhaps go out for a gyro!
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This week, Deacon B and Patrick talk about the advice they would give their grandchildren now that Deacon B is a grandfather and Patrick will be...someday. A nice, easy-going episode that everyone can enjoy!
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What a show! You know that John is one of our most active listeners as the guys mention him often in the mailbag. Well, he's on the show this week with his lovely bride, Donna. Tune in to meet John and learn what Simply Wicked Ink is!
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Janelle discusses the finer points of the fascinating sport of Dog Agility, a continuation of last week's show. Don't skip last week's edition, listen to that first, and then jump into this week's installment!
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Deacon B and Patrick are kicking off our "warm weather" series of having guest speakers on the show sharing their hobbies and interests that might not be a mainstream hobby. This week, the guys visit with Janelle, an Agility Dog Trainer and Handler. Don't know what this is? Then this show is for you! Calling all dog and animal lovers, learn more about this fascinating hobby and how rewarding it is for the dog and their handler.
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Deacon B and Patrick looked into the news and found some peculiar stories this week confirming that we live in very interesting times. Need to buy a house at a discount? How about some help getting out of going to jail? Can you post a sign in your yard without being prosecuted? Tune in to see what the heck these two guys are talking about! (Need we say that there are a lot of laughs involved?!)
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This coming week is designated as Holy Week by Christians around the world, but many don't understand what that is. Deacon B educates us on what this special week is all about and even shares some interesting trivia with us!
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After wrapping up such a great series, Deacon B and Patrick have a little fun looking into the history and some trivia around St. Patrick's Day. Grab a pint of green beer/Sprite/milk/whatever, and join in on the fun!
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We joyfully present you our last episode in our "gifts" series, and of course, it's all about JOY! Did you know that happiness isn't the same as joy? Listen in to learn more and how to build more joy into your day.
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Yikes, this one is really tough! Deacon B and Patrick talk about the challenges and the benefits of what self-control can do to make tomorrow better than yesterday. Join in!
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...and the gifts just keep coming! (Apologies to "A Few Good Men") This week, Deacon B and Patrick jump into the complex and wonderful topic of Love. Join in, won't you?!
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What can gentleness do for us? A lot! Jump into this episode as Deacon B and Patrick talk about the benefits of gentleness as we continue our gifts series!
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After discussing this, Deacon and Patrick realized that peace is one of the most sought-after states of being, and fantastically difficult to achieve and maintain. You might be in that same boat! Listen in this week as the guys wade through this powerful word and perhaps you might find a good idea in there that will help you make your tomorrow more peaceful than your yesterday.
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Join as the guys talk about all sorts of faith, not just the "down on your prayerful knees" kind of faith, but the faith all around you! Tune into this tidy episode you can enjoy anytime, anyplace!
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How can changing a tire on a mountaintop equate to goodness? Give this show a listen, as we continue our series on the gifts given to us!
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This week is the second installment in our "Gifts" series--Kindness! This is a great episode where the guys share some of the kindness things that resonate with them and share some great and simple ideas with you on how you can express the kindness that resides in your heart. Come along!
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This is the first episode in our "Gifts" series and a way we hope to help you, while we help ourselves, get set for a great 2024. The guys talk about their own shortcomings and commit to practicing patience in 2024 and beyond...easier said than done, but they are going to commit! Join us, won't you?
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Happy New Year, and welcome to the fourth season of The Last Fry! Deacon B and Patrick present a short little episode where we take a quick peek back at '23 and introduce our next series to kick off '24. Enjoy!
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Pappy (a.k.a. Deacon B) brought Noah's parents (a.k.a. Charity and Nathan) onto the show to talk about what it's like being brand new parents! Check out this fun and funny episode!
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Deacon B and Patrick talk about Advent and ways everyone (even and especially for our beloved Secular folks) can benefit from this special season that prepares us for Christmas and the new year. Join these two characters as they help you make your tomorrow by besting your yesterday!
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Deacon B is officially a grandfather, a.k.a. Pappy! Join the guys as they celebrate grandparents and talk about a fish farm. Wait...what?! Tune in to figure out what we're talking about!
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We continue our riveting conversation with Father Michael Niemczak as he takes us on a mission trip...to a landfill. Right?! Click that play button to hear more about his experiences.
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Listeners, please tune in this week (and next) as Deacon B and Patrick host Fr. Michael Niemczak as he tells us a story from his family about an incredible sacrifice made during WWII. This is the first of two interviews with Fr. Michael, so tune in and be prepared to be wowed!
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Deacon B and Patrick talk about some recent stories they've heard that had some unexpected results for the storytellers, and how those stories might help you in your life journey. It's, as always, a light and fun conversation with plenty of laughs to go around! Join us, won't you?
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Deacon B and Patrick visit about Patrick's recent trip to the beautiful island of Maui! Get a glimpse into what it's like to visit that island from an "insider's" perspective. Learn what the local folks are saying about the devastating fires that happened in Lahina and Kula, too.
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Deacon B has to call this one in as he's in Dallas this week and not in the "studio", and Patrick just got back from a road trip to Omaha. They guys talk about the joys of travel via air and car. Jump in and ride along in this episode!
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Spelling? Manners? What skills should our younger generations hang on to that are seemingly obsolete in this new age of technology? Join Deacon B and Patrick as they jump into this very interesting and thought-provoking conversation. Laughs? Of course!
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It's Fair time in the US, and in New Mexico, it's going on right now. Hankering for some deep fried...anything? How about some cotton candy? Animals, rides, and displays, oh my! Deacon B and Patrick reminisce about their favorite Fair foods and events and some of their memories of past Fairs. Come along, grab a turkey leg, and enjoy the show!
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Patrick's favorite season of the year is right around the corner! Deacon B and Patrick chat about all the wonderful things we both enjoy about Autumn. It's a fun and light show, so if you need a pick-me-up, this might just be the show for you!
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The guys are off the rails this week with an absolutely ridiculous topic...changing your name in order to get free stuff. Would you legally change your first name to "Subway" to get free sandwiches for life? This is what the guys are talking about this week! Decompress with us with a healthy dose of laughter as we toy with this absurd idea.
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With the recent passing of Deacon B's father, Deacon B and Patrick discuss what kind of legacy they would like to leave behind. Spoiler alert: you won't be disappointed! Listen in as these two characters talk about what they'd like to be known for, and perhaps you can give your legacy a quick review, too.
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Wait. What? It's back to school already? Say it isn't so! Out in our neck of the woods, kids are back in the classroom. Deacon B shares with us some advice from a very interesting source. Tune in to find out what these wise sages have for students going back to school!
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The Barbie movie is out! Oppenheimer is out! It's still hot outside! Patrick took his lady to the movies this past week and he discusses Oppenheimer with Deacon B. (Spoiler alert...it's a must-watch movie!)
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The guys swelter in the studio this week and riff on the heat wave most of us are experiencing this summer. Laughs all around, join us, won't you?
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What are you attached to, and is it a healthy attachment? Deacon B and Patrick discuss their attachments and how those links impact their lives. Join these two characters for this interesting conversation!
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Parades, fireworks, and appreciation. Happy Fourth to all you joy-filled listeners!
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Mary joins the guys again this week to share more great stories of working at 35,000 ft. and some of the odd experiences she's lived working with the flying public. We also wrangled another flight attendant to join in the conversation on the spur of the moment, so you can't miss that! The Hard Work series continues with more laughs and more glimpses into the challenges of work.
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We have a special guest in this show, Mary with Southwest Airlines sharing with us some of her experiences entering the industry and what it's like to be a flight attendant. If you think being a flight attendant is just serving sodas and pretzels, then you really need to tune in! We are still doing the hard work of bringing you the Hard Work series, too!
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Artificial Intelligence is on Deacon B and Patrick's minds this week, so they dip their toes into that burgeoning technology, look at the goods, the not-so-goods, and the possible joy AI can bring us. Join us, won't you?!
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Deacon B and Patrick are ready for summer, so they offer you this little episode to celebrate the warmer weather (except in Colorado Springs, apparently) and share some good news from around the 'net. The Hard Work series continues in the next episode, so be ready for that. Joy!
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Brianna asks Deacon B and Patrick some questions about raising children into hardworking, resilient adults. This "listener appreciation" episode is a fun one with great nuggets of wisdom throughout, and we get to hear Brianna's lovely voice. It's another good one!
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Deacon B has a head cold, so Patrick will be driving the bus on this show. The topic is identifying some of the common elements our guest speakers shared about how they accomplished their goals by working hard. Come on in and listen to what these two characters got from listening to their guests!
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Deacon B and Patrick have once again coaxed their wives to join the show where their hard work as mothers is highlighted. Listen in to some words of wisdom, fun memories, and the joys of motherhood from two very experienced moms!
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This week, Deacon B and Patrick share some of their "What If" stories. What if we...how would our lives have been different? Living in that past is hard not to do and Deacon B shares some thoughts on how to not dwell in the "what ifs" and move forward. Another fun and informative show!
Here it is, part two and the final installment of Ben's AMAZING story. He goes into more detail about the experience and the impacts made in his life. If part one was awesome, then part two is EPIC! Please listen in and allow something from this episode to change your life.
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We continue our Hard Work series, this time we have an interview that is worthy of two parts. This week, we interview Ben Wright, Deacon B's brother-in-law about his path on deciding to run seven marathons in seven days on seven continents. Read that again. Now, listen in to this amazing part one of a two-part interview. Are there laughs? Of course! Will you learn something? We think so! Enjoy.
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A short, but fun, episode where Deacon B and Patrick visit about Easter and that hard work is a good thing for us all. Please join in as we prepare for the Easter weekend!
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Deacon B and Patrick talk about their time in youth ministry and umpiring baseball. As always, no shortage of laughs, even when it's talking about the commitments needed to do those voluntary duties well. Please join us this week!
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What a delightful conversation with one of Deacon B's favorite students, Amanda Stone! She shares with us, among other things, how she managed a very busy schedule in high school and how that has helped her succeed in the university setting. If you need a smile, this is the show for you! {Fun fact: she is one of the show's first listeners and is a devoted fan of our podcast!}
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PLEASE BE ADVISED! This episode does occasionally contain some salty language in the dialog.<<<
This week, we have THE Mr. Phil Zuber, a professional and dedicated educator who's been at it for 45 years. Mr. Zuber shares several stories of his time working with troubled youth and high school students, and each story is better than the last. Teaching is hard work, and Mr. Zuber tells us how he made it a career and is still involved today!
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The guys kick off the series talking about a very difficult thing to do. Forgive. Talk about doing something hard! Listen in as Deacon and Patrick (who is still on the mend) visit about the benefits of forgiving others who may have wronged you, and seeking forgiveness. We know---it is hard, almost impossible, so it seems, but it is so worth the effort.
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We hit 3,000 downloads of our podcast this week and we have you to thank! What a nice milestone to reach! This week, the fellas kick off a show series where they discuss things that are challenging to do, but we muster up the courage, gumption, raw will, or are simply forced to muscle through. We will invite plenty of guests to join in on the conversation, so stay tuned as Deacon B and Patrick figure out how to make the hard work lessons we've learned help make your tomorrow better!
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These two guys decided to discuss things that need to be crushed or otherwise destroyed before they are usable. What?! Listen in as Deacon B and Patrick share their lists of things that must be crushed, broken, or cracked before they can deliver their full potential. How does this off-beat topic help make your tomorrow better by besting your yesterday? Tune in to find out!
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Deacon B and Patrick spend a little time riffing about how small projects around the house never are small. Deacon talks about fixing a small statue (which turned into a fiasco, and an expensive one at that) and Patrick bemoans a dreaded project still on his to-do list. This episode is simply fun and filled with tons of laughs! Oh, and see pics on Instragram that help bring Deacon B's project to life!
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The last couple of shows have been a little on the "heavy" (yet, fun!) side, so Patrick and Deacon B decided to focus this episode on nothing but good news! How can breaking into an elementary school be good news? How can hiding a secret for ten years be good news? Tune in to find out, and how YOU making good news happen can make your tomorrow better! Oh, the guys finally got their very first envelope, delivered by USPS, in the mailbag--guess who it's from?
This week, the guys discuss cancel culture and the need for open, honest, and understanding discourse---conversation instead of confrontation---and to agree to disagree with grace and respect. Yes, it is a sensitive topic, and Deacon B and Patrick visit about what it is, and how to turn it into something that can be a way to better your tomorrow. Even still, there are plenty of laughs to be had, so join us as we discuss this challenging topic.
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According to some news outlets, up to 50% of the U.S. workforce is in the "quiet quitting" stage. Not sure what that is? Join us this week as Deacon B and Patrick jump into this recent (or not-so-recent) phenomenon impacting today's workplace, and how you can handle quiet quitting from an employee and management perspective. As always, some good laughs ahead and some good ideas to ponder as we all head back to the workplace in 2023.
In the previous episode, Deacon B and Patrick talked about goal setting and some challenges and benefits of setting longer-term goals. This week, we invite Carl Meyer to join the show and talk about his 40-day goal to write a thank-you note, one a day, to those who have impacted his life's journey. He did it, and he shares with us what he did, how he did it, and the results and benefits of achieving his goal. What a great way to kick off 2023 and the third season of...The Last Fry!
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Deacon B and Patrick sends 2022 off by looking ahead to 2023, teasing some little changes to the podcast, and helping all of us start thinking about goal setting for 2023. The Mailbag has some good news to share, too. You can always count on some laughs from these two, and this show is no exception.
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{{SPOILER ALERT! If you listen with youngsters in the vicinity, then perhaps listen to this on earbuds. No, not because of any naughty language, but because...Christmas magic secrets.}}
Deacon B and Patrick play, "What's your favorite...?" in this episode, and they don't follow the game rules, which makes it particularly funny. Listen in as these two elves banter about their favorite Christmas elements.
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It's a wrap! This is the final episode in the Character Series, and Deacon B shares his long list of favorite characteristics influenced by his faith, while Patrick manages to keep his faith-inspired list to three words. Great stories, some production flubs, and tons of laughs await you, oh wonderful listener, so sit back and enjoy our humble show this week.
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Trustworthiness, Hard Work, Grit. Just a few of the words Deacon B and Patrick bring to the table this week and how those characteristics are so important to the workplace, be that at a job or in school. Are there laughs to be had? Find out by tuning into this episode!
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Patrick and Deacon B Start a new series leading into the end of the year, and the topic is Character. What are some of the elements of having good character, and what does that even mean? Do these guys have a list of Characteristics that are meaningful? Will Deacon B and Patrick have some funny stories about Character that we can all relate to in today's world? Listen in to find out!
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Yes, we know....it's time for turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie, but it is also time to truly reflect and take stock of the people, things, and events in our lives that we ought to be thankful for having. Patrick and Deacon B explore some different ideas about all sorts of reasons to be thankful this Thanksgiving weekend and hope it can spur you on to consider some new ways to think about what to be thankful for this year. Oh. We also talk about food---of course! Pull up a chair, grab a beverage, and join in the conversation, won't you?
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Let's see how you do in Deacon B's Ethics quiz. Join in as these two discuss ethical dilemmas and, as always, laugh as they meander through how they handle touchy situations we all have to deal with.
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There are few two-word expressions that will bring a homeowner into a state of shock, panic, and paralysis than "home improvement". The costs, decision fatigue, costs, surprises, costs, and costs associated with making changes to your home are often overwhelming, and yet, Patrick and Deacon B manage to find laughter and joy amongst the dust and paint splatter. Come along!
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Alright! It's time for Halloween, and we just hang out and talk candy and laugh at the way we give out candy to the neighborhood kids, and share other random thoughts on Halloween. Super light, lots of fun, just what you need right now!
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OK! It's the show you've been waiting for in this series. Nathan's third part in this series where he talks about the spiritual side of his journey, and wait until you hear the part about the court date with the judge! The only way to properly describe this show is to have you listen to it, so what are you waiting for? Download and play this today!
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If you thought last week's episode was remarkable, then you better strap in for this week's show. Join us as we hear more about Nathan's miraculous recovery from Nathan himself. It's another powerful episode!
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This episode is the beginning of a three-part series where we delve into a traumatic and amazing event that happened to Deacon B's son, Nathan, about six years ago. How is it that Nathan is still with us today? You gotta listen in to how this event started and the trauma Nathan, his family and his friends endured. This is a must-listen, folks.
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Fall is upon us, and in Albuquerque, that means the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is here! Starting October 1, this heavenly event is the most photographed event on the planet and for good reason. If you've been, then you know what we are talking about, and if you haven't, then you need to add it to your bucket list. Patrick and Deacon B share a little history about the fiesta and some of their experiences living under those balloons and enjoying the spectacle that is the Balloon Fiesta. Come on, join us, and enjoy this most beautiful experience, won't' you?
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Time. It's what Deacon B's daughter recently gave him for his birthday--it was the right size, the right color, and it was affordable, yet priceless. Patrick and Deacon B delve into what the gift of time means to them and how you might readjust and realign some time in your life to make your tomorrow better. You guessed it...plenty of laughs and silliness along the way, and celebrate The Last Fry hitting 2,000+ downloads!
It's Labor Day and kids are back to school or are going back to school, so Deacon B and Patrick want to take a moment and recognize all of those who labor seen and unseen as they make our tomorrow better by the work they do. Say it with me...join us for some laughs, some facts, and some clean fun as we kick off the new school year.
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Wait, what? Deacon B was the Father of the Groom this past weekend...but wasn't he the Father of the Bride back in January 2022? Yes, he most certainly was! Two weddings in one year and Deacon got to experience two similar, but also very different situations in a short span of time-join us as he shares his experiences with us. Also, a revealing Mailbag segment you won't want to miss.
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Special guest Meredith Molina brings all of us S.E.A.T. and how to start changing behaviors around us...including our own behaviors. You might remember Meredith on the show a while ago talking about her parents along with her siblings and Deacon B's kids, but this time, she flexes her knowledge with behavior analysis and how we can make our tomorrow better by besting out behaviors!
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Deacon B...er, Mr. B. has some good advice for those returning to school this August and September. Mr. B.? Yup, he was a high school teacher for many years and shares some ideas with you this week, so he takes off the Deacon hat and puts on his teacher hat!
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In this new world of communications, the terms "Influencer" and "Follower" are amplified and have a much larger impact than once upon a time. The scope and reach that modern communication puts each of us in a formidable position of considerable power and influence on the people we know and many of whom we don't! Explore what it is to be an Influencer and Follower with two guys who are trying to navigate this new world of communicating with...the world!
It's Summertime, and the living is...fun! Patrick and Deacon B share stories, ideas, and fun conversations about this season. As always, a good time with these two characters. Sit back, get a nice, cool beverage, and enjoy.
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If you don't know what Vibranium is, then that is reason enough to listen to this episode. We always talk about making tomorrow better by besting your yesterday, and this is a great show to help you make that happen! Resiliency is a big part of our individual growth personally and professionally, and Patrick and Deacon B tackle this topic. Oh...and the show starts off with a huge blooper, so there is that!
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What a day! What a hard doggone day! Deacon B shared with all of us some ways to get over ourselves and renew the gift of living in this tough world. Patrick had a rough day and perhaps some of the tips Deacon B shares in this show will help Patrick get back on track. Go ahead...enjoy!
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Leave it to Patrick and Deacon B to celebrate an unusual birthday on the show...the iPhone turned 15 this summer and these two nuts banter about the blessings and shortcomings of the smartphone. Laugh along, won't you!
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Get your July 4th weekend started early with Deacon B and Patrick! We reminisce about past 4th celebrations and have some lighthearted fun along the way. Nothing heavy or too serious in this episode, just lots of laughs...most at each other's expense. Join us, won't you?
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Having a tough time getting going on a project, or an idea, or some other goal in your life or business? Patrick and Deacon B just might have a recipe for you to follow to help you get underway! Join in as these two goofs talk about the Six X's (and not ex's!) and how those might just help you make tomorrow better by besting your yesterday!
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We know...it's not Wednesday, but hey....we are Dad's and we can release a show about Father's Day whenever we want! And this is the time to release a Father's Day show. Tune in for, as always, great stories, good laughs, and perhaps get the great memories of your dad spinning in the theatre of your mind. Enjoy!
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Let's take a moment and talk about integrity. What it is, why it's important, and how to implement integrity into our daily lives to make our tomorrow better by besting your yesterday. Join us, please, as we laugh our way through some scenarios that test our integrity, listen to a (gasp!) shoplifting incident, and pick up some ideas on how to be a better person all around.
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We purposefully released this Memorial Day episode after the Memorial Day weekend to highlight the importance of what that holiday is about and wanted the topic to stand out from the "unofficial start of summer" festivities. We embrace our freedoms and live them every day, and wanted to recalibrate to think about those who died in the defense of those freedoms and how we benefit today from their ultimate sacrifice. Tune in to hear a touching story about Deacon B's grandfather and some experiences Patrick had as a US Navy sailor once upon a time. Yes...of course we have some laughs along the way, but we also pay our respects to generations of men and women who have gone before us in the service of our country.
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The guys have decided that you need a heavy dose of....wait for it...DAD JOKES! Tune in to hear a host of bad, really bad, and downright terrible dad jokes delivered by two certified dad jokesters! This is a 100% silly episode that is light-hearted and super goofy. How do you make tomorrow by besting your yesterday? LAUGH!
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Did you know you can rewire your brain? You can! Join our conversation with Dr. Marybeth Barkocy as she teaches us about brain plasticity and what we can do to rewire the brain around self-doubt and the thoughts that hold us back using hypnotherapy techniques. Did we leave out the laughs? Of course not! Reach into the bag, find that last fry, and reap the joys of our podcast...and bring a friend along, won't you?
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Self-doubt. It impacts each of us at some time or another...and even right now for many of us. Listen in to this week's show on discovering what it is, how imposter syndrome plays a factor, and some tips and strategies to help squelch that self-doubt and get on with bettering your tomorrow by besting (and celebrating!) your yesterday! Give yourself permission to laugh along with some stories while figuring out that you are not alone with the weight of self-doubt and that if you listen to a great podcast, like The Last Fry, and surround yourself with positive people, you will discover that you are not alone!
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Expectations. They are everywhere and Deacon B and Patrick work to help break them down, how to set them, how to manage them, and how to cope with them when things go awry. Of course, there are funny stories, plenty of laughs, an empty mailbag, and more to enjoy in the episode of...The Last Fry!
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Is it true that Cinco de Mayo is a made-up holiday so people have an excuse to party hardy and spend tons on food and hooch? Is there a relationship between Mother's Day and the Civil War, and who invented Mother's Day, anyway? Tune in to this week's show to learn a little something about these two May events we celebrate every year. Of course, there are stories and laughs along the way and the guys thank their mom's for putting up with them...to this day! It's the Cinco De Mom-O Show!
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You've heard from Marybeth, Deacon B, Stephanie, and Patrick about parenting. Now, it's time to hear the REAL deal from their children! Join (from youngest to oldest) Patty, Max, Nathan, Brianna, and Meredith as they take over the show and share some of their more memorable experiences growing up under the guidance and loving care of their respective parents. They have plenty to say and laugh about as this is our longest show yet! Please tune in and laugh along with these wonderful young adults as they love on their moms and roast their dads!
{Patty, Max, and Meredith are Stepanie and Patrick's children, Nathan and Brianna are Marybeth and Deacon B's children...the kids forgot to introduce themselves during the intro. That is funny right there!}
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Follow Patrick and Deacon B as they reminisce about their time as dads, from their kid's infancy to today! As always, lots of laughs, some sweet and joy-filled memories, and lots of tips to help make your tomorrow better by bettering your yesterday--for parents and kids!
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The Easter Bunny dropped an Easter show right in the middle of the Parenting Series! Join Patrick and Deacon B for a little Springtime fun exploring some interesting Easter facts and a couple of family tradition stories. The Mailbag has some exciting news as well, so join in and put a little joy in your day!
In this episode, Deacon B and Patrick invite two special guests who are parenting experts in their own right...and who the guys could (barely) afford--Marybeth and Stephanie! Our guests have years of practical parenting experience and experience working with children and parents in their respective professions. Join us as they share with us some of their stories and practical ideas on some great parenting tactics to help out when your children are being challenging. Listen in for the stories alone!
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This short episode contains an important announcement about the show...and it comes with a few laughs to help with the message...what else would you expect?! Please tune in for this SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!
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We hope you are ready to laugh a lot because this show is something else! Patrick and Deacon B are both show hosts and contestants in this make-shift version of the Devoted Parenting Game Show (modeled after the very popular Newlywed Game Show!). These two characters are joined by their very tolerant and wonderful wives, Stephanie and Marybeth, in what turned out to be a fantastic episode as they look back on their many years of parenting, and they are not done yet. Join us as we laugh through the game show questions and see which couple won the game! Please follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, too!
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Are you a parent, or have you ever been parented? Then this episode and the next handful of episodes are for you! Deacon B and Patrick are delving into the world of parenting (and being kids once upon a time) to discuss all sorts of parenting ideas, struggles, and to share some stories from our past--being parents in the 90's to today and being kids growing up in the 70's and 80's. This episode is the beginning of what promises to be a fantastic series, so please join us, won't you?
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If you need a laugh, you've come to the right podcast! Listen in as Patrick tries to help Deacon B handle his Daylight Saving time-change-jetlag and Patrick shares what he's learned about the Spring Forward ritual and why we have it...and why we shouldn't. After a quick visit to the mailbag, Deacon B and Patrick talk a bit about St. Patrick's Day and how St. Patrick (who isn't Irish) banished snakes from Ireland...or didn't. The best part of this show is how may bloopers happened throughout and the fact that all of them are left in the show! Join us, won't you? (And, help us get over the 100 Instagram subscribers milestone this week, thank you!)
Ever wonder why some people walk around with a black smudge on their foreheads on a particular Wednesday in March? What even is that? Listen in to this week's show to learn about Lent, about the ashes (the smudge), why Catholics and others get that smudge (it's a cross), and what it could mean for you...even if you don't do the ashes-thing! Making tomorrow better by besting your yesterday--the Lenten season might help you do that, even if you don't consider yourself religious. This show is for you--join us for an informative show that just might help you get ready for Spring!
Wait, what?! Patrick and Deacon B have been booted off the show for this episode as Stephanie and Marybeth take over the studio! Stephanie interviews Marybeth on what it's like to be the mother of the bride--yes, this episode is from the mom's point of view so listen in to hear the "real" story about Brianna's and Matthew's wedding experience from a mother's perspective. This show is so good, Patrick and Deacon B will have to claw their way back into the studio!
Patrick has a special guest visiting this week to talk about being the father of the bride! Who's the guest? None other than our own Deacon B! Tune in to hear all about Deacon B's experiences and the fun, joy, stress, and bliss he experienced as he married off his daughter. Of course, plenty of stories and laughs that will bring you some joy!
What day would you pick to relive on repeat...good and not so good? How can you take those fantastic moments, and those less-than-great moments, and make your tomorrow better? Join Patrick and Deacon B as they share their best and not-so-best days they'd like to "Groundhog Day" in their lives. Of course, Deacon and Patrick dig through the mailbag, so don't miss this funny show!
We're back! Join us as we visit about Valentine's day and what you can do to celebrate the day and ideas on bringing joy and love to those around you all year long. Deacon B and Patrick talk about their Valentine's Day activities, open up the mailbag, and reminisce about being a kid on Valentine's Day. Lots of fun and tons of laughs, please join us, won't you? (Oh! And we are actually on Social Media! No, really, we post stuff and everything! Check us out on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook!)
Scavenger hunt disaster? Resolutions vs. Habits? Listen in as Deacon B and Patrick wrap up the Relationship Series with a hilarious story and talk a little about resolutions going into 2022.
Deacon B and Patrick visit with Bri and Matt about dating in the college years and how they did it even with an ocean between them. Lots of great stories and laughter about dating which just might take you back or help you in your college years. Enjoy!
What's it like to be dating in those early-on "empty nester" years? Listen in as Patrick and Deacon B invite their beautiful wives onto the show to talk about their experiences and ideas on how to date and enrich a marriage by dating even after 30+ years of marriage. Join Marybeth, Deacon B, Stephanie, and Patrick as they laugh their way through some great stories and thoughts on how to better your tomorrow by besting your yesterday, hand in hand.
The things we say can have a WOW! impact or an Ow impact. Tune in to hear the continuing Relationship Series with Patrick and Deacon B and laugh along as they share their own Wow and Ow moments.
Patrick and Deacon B explore several ways to improve and enhance your listening skills with methods from the Active Listening school of thought. You also get to hear the rest of the "Blackberry" phone call story from a previous episode---listen in to see how that story ends! Please join us for an episode that will make you laugh, cringe, and grow in your communication skills so you can better your tomorrow by besting your yesterday!
If you only listen to one of our podcasts, this one just might be the one for you! Join Deacon B and Patrick as they share some of their favorite Halloween stories and laugh together as they share about costume fails, pumpkins, pranks, and "square triangles". Need a laugh? Then this episode is for you. Happy Halloween 2021!
Join Deacon B and Patrick as they kick off their series of podcasts dedicated to relationships! This first installment will focus on how family of origin shapes how we develop and handle relationships throughout our lives. Deacon B shares a story of an embarrassing situation he put himself in once upon a time, and it is a doozy. We appreciate you tuning in and hope you get as much joy from listening to the show as we had in making it!
Want to know what's coming up in future episodes? Then this quick listen is for you! Deacon B and Patrick will delve into Relationships in the upcoming episodes, and we invite you to listen in, give us some feedback and share your stories... your input just might make it into an upcoming episode! Join us, won't you?
Join Patrick and Deacon B as they talk about how inner beauty is what really counts! Listen in to see if their suggestions can help you in besting your yesterday to make tomorrow better for you...and those around you!
In this episode, Patrick and Deacon B have some special guests on the mic to discuss all things then and now! Give this a listen and try not to laugh along with the stories and comparisons.
Join Patrick and Deacon B as they talk about the challenges and joys of giving and receiving feedback!
This is our introduction episode to what this podcast is all about. Give it a quick listen and then sit back and enjoy our weekly episodes. Thank you for tuning in!
Share a few minutes with Patrick and Deacon B on the joys and challenges of traveling with children. A good, clean fun episode that will bring a smile to your face...like you get when you find that last fry at the bottom of your fast food bag!