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A conversation about dating can turn serious fast when you stop performing and start telling the truth. That’s exactly what happens when I call Rae (aka “Sexy Rae”) and we go from playful questions to the stuff that actually shapes your standards: cheating, trust, loyalty, and what it means to grow up through hard experiences without letting them harden you.

Rae opens up about being single, believing in fate, and why “trying too hard” can backfire when you’re looking for a real relationship. We talk red flags, green flags, and the weird middle ground where healthy people can feel “boring” if you’re used to chaos. From there, we get into what attraction really looks like, why deep connection matters more than surface level talk, and how long-distance relationships change the way you show up for someone.

Then we swap stories that take a sharp turn: a terrible restaurant moment, broken bones, a spring break injury in Mexico, and one of the wildest experiences I’ve ever lived through. We also get into my journey from Chicago to Minnesota, the hustle mindset, and why seeing the podcast grow and reach listeners around the world becomes one of my proudest moments. We close with real talk about settling down, marriage, kids, and the kind of partner who brings peace instead of problems.

If you’re into raw storytelling, dating advice without the fake rules, and honest relationship talk about trust and growth, tap in. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review with the biggest lesson you took from our conversation.

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A handmade hat can look simple in a photo, but the real story is in the build: the materials, the hours, the finishing, and the choices that separate “custom” from truly high-end. We’re joined by our brother Eddie J of Eddie J Exotic Hats, and he walks us through how Chicago hat culture and a hustle-first mindset turned into a luxury custom hat brand built on detail and authenticity.

We get into Eddie’s process and signature style, from genuine python snakeskin and lizard to stones, patches, and color-coordinated straps that stay sturdy for years. He explains why every hat ends up one of a kind, especially when you’re hand painting and glazing exotic skins, and why he refuses knockoff bases in favor of authentic fitted hats. If you’ve ever wondered why one hat costs $200 and another costs $500, he breaks it down in plain language: time, materials, and craftsmanship.

We also talk business: who he designs for, how he thinks about reaching a worldwide audience, and why social media marketing on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok is the engine right now. We touch on wholesale bundles, VIP custom orders, and the long game of building a brand that can outlive you and support your family. Tap in, share this with somebody building a brand, and make sure you subscribe and leave a review so more people find the show.

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