This week, Ti and Matt take a winding road with their friend Ermis Sfakiyanudis — a serial entrepreneur and the CEO of Syndeos (ww.syndeos.ai), an AI company helping businesses keep their CRM data fresh and up to date. Ermis shares his journey from his family’s roots in Turkey, to Greece, Canada, and eventually the U.S., and how those experiences shaped who he is today. It’s a conversation about heritage, curiosity, giving back, staying positive, and even the surprising power of a good hug.

This week on House Calls the Podcast, Ti and Matt dive into everything from the forgotten art of the handwritten thank-you note to the wild legend of a man who walked on his hands for over a mile. Along the way, they sit down with their friend Russ Gardner, who shares his remarkable journey from a carefree teen on the Severn River to a 17‑year‑old enlisting in the Navy during the Vietnam War. It’s a powerful conversation about life, perspective, and the enduring power of gratitude.

This week Ti and Matt Just Hit Record to explore the mission of House Calls the Podcast – to remain authentic and highlight the good in the world. They contrast this perspective with the darker themes often found in Academy Award nominated films and discuss why movies with negative themes frequently win for Best Picture. If you have an idea for a guest or topic, please send us an email at housecallsthepodcast@gmail.com