According To Wes
Finding the humor in everyday life and trying to understand what that means to me. Join me on this never ending journey of self improvement and reflection with the help of friends.
Episodes
A surprise BOGO crab haul sets the table for one of our most honest money conversations yet. We go from twenty shells and a freezer full of claws to the quiet math of family finances—how a house down payment empties savings, how “you got it” becomes a habit, and why clear rules save relationships. Then we hit the spark: a mom uses life insurance to wipe out roughly $60K of her daughter’s student loans after pushing her into college...
A single quote from Marcus Aurelius can reset how you see your day, your people, and your purpose. We unpack “be your own master” by rotating through four practical lenses—person, human being, citizen, and mortal creature—and show how each one shifts the choices you make under pressure.
A simple question with a heavy cost: if you loan your partner $10,000 for a car, do you expect it back?
Ever wake up to a wave of pressure before your feet hit the floor? We offer a Stoic counter move: start the day by naming four privileges—being alive, to think, to enjoy, to love—and watch how anxiety softens while purpose sharpens
What if the pain you’re avoiding is the very thing that could set you free? We take a hard look at a Stoic claim—“the truth never harmed anyone; what harms us is to persist in self-deceit and ignorance”—and test it against real life. From medical diagnoses and failed business bets to the slow leak of unspoken resentment in relationships, we explore why the sting of truth is acute but corrective, while the comfort of denial quietly ...
A wise man once said, "You only really need what you need - all the other stuff is stuff you want." This deceptively simple wisdom sets the stage for our most candid conversation yet about money, marriage, and the uncomfortable truths we rarely discuss.
What if the most powerful tool for transforming your life has been misunderstood all along? Optimism—not the superficial, smile-through-everything kind—but the gritty, realistic force that acknowledges difficulties while refusing to be defined by them.
Have you ever noticed how much time we spend talking about what it means to be good rather than actually being good? This paradox sits at the heart of today's episode, where we dive deep into Marcus Aurelius' timeless challenge: "Waste no time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one."
Have you ever been compared to someone else in your relationship? That sinking feeling when your partner suggests you should be "more like" someone from their past is something many of us have experienced—and it rarely ends well.
Ever wondered why some people seem to navigate life's challenges with grace while others constantly bounce from one crisis to another? The difference might be a virtue we rarely discuss in modern times: prudence.
This episode explores how the ancient virtue of prudence—acting with care and thought for the future—creates a foundation for exceptional quality of life. While our culture celebrates instant gratification an...
What lies behind the walls we build around our hearts? Why do we sometimes push away the very connection we crave most deeply? This exploration of emotional barriers goes straight to the heart of a profound paradox in human relationships, revealing the silent tests we create for others.
The walls we build aren't always meant to keep people out—sometimes they're secret pleas to see who cares enough to break them d...
Relationships require proper acknowledgment and clear boundaries, whether in marriages, parent-child relationships, or financial arrangements.
• The importance of making your partner feel valued, especially when competing with other priorities
• How to navigate adult children living at home, including establishing financial responsibilities
• Setting boundaries and clear expectations helps prepare young adults for...
We introduce the concept of "passive simping" - knowingly acting like a simp to get what you want - and discuss how this strategy plays out in everything from casual dating to marriage.
We explore the profound meaning behind the quote "No man has the right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training; it is a shame for a man to grow old without seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable." This ancient wisdom challenges us to reconsider our relationship with physical wellness as more than optional—it's a fundamental responsibility we have to ourselves.
Are you truly e...
We explore what our 25-year-old selves would think about our current career paths and discuss how traditional career advice has failed our generation.
We encourage you to share your own career journey with us on social media and let us know what advice you'd give your younger self.
Ancient wisdom reminds us not to let future anxieties rob us of present peace. Our capacity for reason and problem-solving remains constant, providing the tools we need to face whatever challenges may come.
We dive deep into the uncomfortable realities of dating, relationships, and personal hygiene that nobody wants to talk about but everyone needs to hear. From mortifying intimate encounters to financial decisions that make or break relationships, this episode doesn't hold back on the messy truths of adulthood.
• Dating dynamics in your 30s and the evolution of relationship labels
• Home renovation horror stories wh...
We explore the complex balance between personal autonomy and partnership in marriage, examining how control, boundaries, and mutual respect shape our daily happiness.
• Keeping certain purchases private from your spouse can sometimes maintain peace
• Late-night conversations when you're tired often lead to saying things you'll regret
• The concept of "provider" means different things in differen...
Tim Allen's transformation from cocaine dealer to Hollywood star reveals stark privilege in the justice system. His cooperation with authorities after being caught with 650 grams of cocaine led to multiple convictions while allowing him to avoid a life sentence and build a successful entertainment career.
• Tim Allen faced life imprisonment for cocaine trafficking before becoming a TV star
• The cocaine trade was ...
Wes and DeLaw tackle the financial pressures of modern life, from the shocking $80 price tag for pay-per-view boxing matches to the complex question of whether one spouse should pay for another's $73,000 student loan debt.
• Boxing pay-per-view events now cost $80 regardless of Amazon Prime membership status
• The concept of "stressed man strength" versus the traditional idea of "old man strength&qu...
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