Black Friday hits and the tree goes up, it’s tradition.

In Tinsel Temptation, I walk through the start of the holiday season here at the Leal house, from stringing lights and dodging toddlers to looking back at the history behind the traditions we love (and tolerate).

This episode covers:

• A quick history dive on Black Friday and how it became more than a shopping day
• Christmas tree chaos with two wild little boys who treat ornaments like battle props
• Tinsel temptation—why my wife wants it, why I’m against it, and how it’s probably going to end in glittery disaster
• The creepy arrival (and origin story) of our Elves on the Shelf
• Plus a mini review:
  • First thoughts on the final season of Stranger Things
  • And how Fantastic Four: First Steps may have restored my MCU faith

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What does Selflessly Self-Indulgent mean and what do you do when your name gets mispronounced… and correcting it just doesn’t feel worth it anymore?

This episode is part language therapy, part holiday confessional, and part existential life log.

In this episode, I talk about:

• The technical vs. practical pronunciation of Leal, and how the wrong way kind of fits better with “Legacy” anyway
• My slow descent into holiday chaos, including:
  • Painting pumpkins instead of carving them, don’t do it.
  • Fake trees mean a fake Christmas, and nobody wants that.
• How we pick our battles whether it’s correcting someone’s speech or defending seasonal traditions?

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This episode is straight from the heart—and the car ride playlist.

In Diary of a Disney Dad, I recap our recent family road trip to Walt Disney World, and everything that made it special (and chaotic) along the way.

Inside the episode:

• A stop at the legendary Buc-ee’s, the theme park of gas stations
• Our time exploring Disney Springs and resort hopping
• A full day at EPCOT, complete with snacks, World Showcase vibes, and classic rides
• A spooky good time at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party in Magic Kingdom
• What it all means to me—as a Disney Adult, a dad, and someone chasing legacy every step of the way

Whether you’re a Disney regular or just here for the family feels, this one’s for you.

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This episode is what I call a Legacy Log—no big rant, no deep dive. Just real-time updates from my life and a few reflections along the way. Plus, I am not dubbed The Pancake Prodigy.

Inside this episode:

• Cooking pancakes while recording? Check.
• A visit from a longtime friend from San Diego to Nashville
• Our recent belt promotion ceremony at Nashville MMA, and what it meant
• Prepping for another Walt Disney World trip to celebrate my wife’s birthday
• And why it’s okay to go quiet sometimes when you’re cooking up something real

It’s stream-of-consciousness comfort food for the soul.

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Common Sense Commentary isn’t about being edgy or taking sides. It’s about confronting a disturbing cultural moment head-on—with common sense as the lens.

In the aftermath of the death of Charlie Kirk, I unpack:

• The disturbing trend of celebrating death when it aligns with personal ideology.
• The selective outrage and hypocrisy surrounding “free speech” depending on who’s speaking.
• The deeper question of where we draw the line between criticism and cruelty.
• Why this moment reflects the need to return to basic decency—even when we disagree.

“Freedom of speech doesn’t mean freedom from accountability—but it also doesn’t mean celebration when someone is silenced forever.“

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Charlie Kirk was assassinated 9/10/2025. These are my immediate thoughts. All that needs to be said is in the episode.

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Monster Mashed — Creature Features and Cult Icons

We’re knee-deep in spooky season, and the monsters are officially out to play.

In this episode, I:

• Unveil some new additions to the Saints of the Silver Scream collection ‍
• Make the case for the Creature from the Black Lagoon as the most underrated and best entry in the Universal Monster universe
• Talk about why the underwater horror of the Gill-Man hits different, both visually and thematically
• Break down how storytelling and aesthetic influence legacy building

If you love vintage horror, monster merch, or just a passionate rant about gill-men and underwater terror you’re in the right place.

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Follow Through Fortitude — BJJ, Disney, and the Discipline That Drives Legacy

This episode is late—and that’s okay. Because what I gained by watching CJI 2 in real time? Inspiration.

In this episode, I dive into:

• What CJI 2 showed us about obsession, technique, and mindset
• The idea of “follow-through” as a core value—in combat sports and in building your legacy
• Thoughts on some of the exciting D23 announcements and what they mean for Disney’s future
• The balance between discipline and joy when pursuing your passions

“It’s not enough to start strong. You need follow-through fortitude to finish what you’ve begun.”

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