In this episode I ask Dad about the difference between being alone and feeling lonely. He talks about the value of spending time with yourself, especially in stressful phases of life, and how learning to be comfortable on your own can bring clarity and strength.

We also reflect on how the younger generation often fears being alone and constantly seeks distraction. That leads into a broader conversation about work ethic, patience, and how attitudes toward effort and responsibility have changed over time. It’s an honest and thoughtful discussion about self-reflection, balance, and what it really means to feel fulfilled.

In this episode I ask Dad about his plans for the new year. He talks about wanting to travel more, spend time with his oldtimer, and say yes to more moments that bring excitement. He also shares that he wants to chase new adventures like visiting airshows, getting into the world of flying, and maybe even doing a bit of flying himself someday.

It’s a hopeful and energizing conversation about new beginnings, rediscovering old passions, and trying things just because they spark joy and curiosity.

In this episode I ask Dad where his passion for cars — especially Porsche — began. He shares how that fascination was first sparked and how it grew over the years. Along the way, he tells funny and memorable stories about the cars he’s owned throughout his life, from early models all the way to his dream car, a Porsche 964.

It’s a lighthearted and nostalgic conversation about passion, dreams, and the joy of carrying childhood fascinations into adulthood.

In this episode I ask Dad where his love for music truly began — and it takes us through some of his favorite chapters of life. He talks about being a teenager trying to play guitar (even though, as we both admit, neither of us has any real musical talent), and how his years in the United States and Brazil opened his ears to completely new styles and rhythms.

We also talk about our shared love for country music and laugh about the coincidence that we recently listened to almost the same songs without knowing it. Even “Whiskey in the Jar” by Metallica came up — definitely on the harder side for both of us.

It’s a warm, nostalgic conversation about how music shapes you, even when you can’t play a single chord properly.

In this episode, probably the funniest one so far, I ask Dad about his favourite memories with our family. He shares hilarious stories from my baby years — like the time I peed on him — as well as unforgettable family vacations. From me eating an entire red snapper in Cyprus or a trip to Madeira with adrenaline-filled drives around the island that almost ended with a burnt clutch, it’s a conversation full of laughter, nostalgia, and the chaos that makes family life so special.

It’s a joyful reminder of the moments that stay with us forever and the stories that make a family unique.

In this episode I ask Dad what having fun looked like in his childhood — long before screens and smartphones. He shares stories about stealing lilacs from gardens, playing endless games of soccer, and riding his bike everywhere with his friends. He also talks about building a homemade cannon just for the thrill of it, and the short-lived attempt to start a band together.

It’s a playful and nostalgic conversation about simple joys, childhood freedom, and the kind of adventures that stay with you for a lifetime.

In this episode I ask Dad what dating was like when he was young — long before smartphones and social media. He tells stories about the disco era, Saturday Night Fever, dancing the Disco Fox, and going out for milkshakes on Saturday nights.

We talk about what dating meant back then — the excitement, the nerves, and the effort it took to actually meet someone and ask them out. It’s a fun and nostalgic conversation about youth, confidence, and how dating has changed (and in some ways, hasn’t) over the years.

In this episode I ask Dad how he liked Dublin when he visited me recently. We talk about his first impressions of the city, the places he enjoyed, and his experience exploring it for the first time.

The conversation then turns deeper when I ask about the similarities between him and his father. He reflects on traits like sharing, helping others, and valuing craftsmanship — qualities that were central to his father’s life and that he sees in himself today. We talk about the lessons his father passed down, how they shaped the way he approaches work, family, and relationships, and why certain values feel timeless. It’s a personal look at legacy, the bonds between generations, and the small but meaningful ways a parent influences who we become.