The Dear Warren Podcast is a long-form conversation hosted by dad, musician, and martial artist Eckie Silapaswang with family, friends, and guests that have included accomplished musicians, high level athletic competitors, technology masterminds and more. The Dear Warren podcast started in 2017 with…
Ayanthi is a jiu jitsu practitioner, works in government transportation, and is an appreciator and aficionado of puns. Join us as Ayanthi and Eckie discuss jiu jitsu, education, data science in transportation, and so much more!
Mario Hamblin Jr. is a teacher, a jiu jitsu practitioner, and in this episode recaps an entire Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tournament experience. Listen in as Mario and Eckie discuss social anxiety, training, tournament preparation, and just how much goes into overcoming hurdles, no matter what size, shape, or form.
Jessica and Eckie discuss the indie game hit Golf Story for the Nintendo Switch! Join us as they also discuss physical therapy, the latest happenings with Warren, and the creative process via video games.
Jessica is a martial artist, digital marketing strategist, and mixes marinara sauce with alfredo when she doesn't have a pink sauce! Join us as we welcome Jessica back for a discussion about the latest happenings with Warren, Halloween, yoga, and why Jessica wants to have a chicken named Ravioli.
We are joined by the wonderful Jessica for another installment of Warren's Announce Table! Join us as Jess and Eckie discuss WWE news, purchasing a new game console, and trying out DDP Yoga!
Jessica is back for the midweek podcast! Join us as Jessica and Eckie discuss businesses capitalizing on social trends, Warren's latest developments, and the latest WWE NXT coverage for this week.
Chloe is a teacher, freelance writer, and a tea connoisseur/snob. Join us as Chloe and Eckie take a deep dive into education, common core, clean water, and how Sun Tzu's "Art of War" and the online game Fortnite can be used to promote literacy!
Ben is a father, project manager, boxing instructor, and a whiskey connoisseur. Join us as Ben and Eckie get into data-driven everything - management and leading in a technological world, universal basic income, automation, and stretching our consciousness to unimaginagle levels via technology!
Michael is a father, artist, bow hunter, and in this episode introduces us to the world of foraging, specifically for reishi mushrooms! Listen in as Michael and Eckie discuss the medicinal properties of mushrooms, the zen of archery, and being guitar and bow hunting gear heads.
Jason Reddish is a father, entrepeneur, and was recently introduced to the honeyhole position in BJJ and is now a huge fan! Listen in as Jason and Eckie discuss health, psychology, and take a deep dive into politics.
Mario Hamblin Jr. is a jiu jitsu instructor, anime fan, and in this episode finally tells the story of how he was mistaken for Kobe Bryant. Listen in as Mario and Eckie discuss Father's Day, growing up as nerds, and why the Goofy Movie hits home.
Jon Kempf is a driven family man with a dry sense of humor. Listen in as Jon and Eckie get into a deep discussion about the tech industry, learning patterns, self-teaching, and being able to draw with the right side of your brain.
Felice is a mother, fitness trainer, and you've probably heard her voice reading a young adult audio book to you at some point! Listen on as Felice and Eckie discuss growing up as minorities, parenting, and how it's never too late to transition from graduating MIT in Internet Technology to becoming an actor!
Ryan Maple is an information security specialist, a connoiseur of everything alcohol, and often works at home in his PJs if he's lucky! Listen in as Ryan and Eckie discuss security, people's personalities and drives, and most importantly of all - bourbon.
Jessica and Eckie discuss Xenoblade Chronciles 2 for the Nintendo Switch! They also analyze a "True Sports Fan" flow chart and watch game 1 of the NHL playoff series between the Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins.
Jessica is a martial artist, digital marketing strategist, and a chocolate chip scavenger. Listen in as Jessica and Eckie discuss the latest developments of Warren, dealing with friends on social media, and the opening scene of Full Metal Jacket.
Ronnie Alagha is a martial artist, CPA, and self proclaimed genetic marvel. Join Ronnie and Eckie as they discuss timing in music and sports, mental health and fitness, and getting an AK pulled on you in Turkey.
Michele Silva is a mother, lawyer, and thinks that butterflies are the devil. Listen in as Michele and Eckie discuss parenting, criminal justice, and dealing with people in a computer literate world.
Jessica is a digital marketing strategist, martial artist, and returns in this episode to update us from the wonderful world of podcast mom! Listen in as Jessica and Eckie discuss Easter, social media, and her views on role models and celebrities.
Jessica and Eckie go over this week's episode of NXT while explaining to Warren the origins of Easter, religion, and loss of interpersonal connection in the age of the internet.
Kimberly Zapata is a wife, mother, writer, mental health advocate, and was also a nu-metal fan back in the day (we get into that later). She has articles published by a variety of sites including Huffington Post and recently received an award for one of the Voices of the Year 2018 for BlogHer. She is also the founder of the non-profit organization Greater Than Illness, aiming to empower children and young adults struggling with mental illness. You can find out more about the organization and Kim by going to greaterthanillness.com.
Jessica and Eckie are back for the midweek podcast! Listen in as they discuss dismantling the studio, Daniel Bryan's WWE return, and knick knacks, chochkees and KLB.
Orlando Aponte is a father, jiu jitsu practictioner, and a DC comics guy. Listen in as Orlando and Eckie discuss parenting, road rage, and attempts at explaining multiverses in the DC comic book universe.
Keon Parker returns as another featured guest - he's a personal trainer, does work as a volunteer fire fighter, and knows how to go with the flow. Listen in as Keon and Eckie discuss personal training, health, superhero movies, and a breakdown of Black Panther.
Jessica and Eckie discuss their past experiences with one of the most successful online games of all time - World of Warcraft! Listen in as they flex their nerd muscles and talk the world of MMORPGs, gaming addiction, and how deep half guard is part of a skill tree.
Jessica is a digital marketing strategist, martial artist, and in this episode, shows her podcast mom side! Listen in as Jessica and Eckie discuss learning new skills, bad pickup lines, and how trust is a natural resource.
Jessica and Eckie discuss finger tape, knee braces, and the evolution of women's wrestling while watching the latest episode of WWE NXT.
Peyton Steitz is a father, former competitive snowboarder, TV director, and very accident prone. In this episode Peyton and Eckie discuss dedication to snowboarding, technology, and attempts to find the solution for world peace.
Mario Hamblin Jr. is a jiu jitsu instructor, anime fan, and deep philosophical thinker of video game narratives. Mario returns to discuss with Eckie the deeper meanings of the Stanley Parable, kids telling the truth, and Schrodinger's cat.
Jessica and Eckie go over Valentine's Day "gourmet" dinners and also attempt to explain to Warren the tragedy in Florida, all while attempting to keep the spirit in professional wrestling.
Christopher Might is a Jiu Jitsu practitioner, coffee enthusiast, and "cover your mouth when you yawn" crusader. Listen in as Christopher and Eckie discuss jiu jitsu, motivation, and not burning bridges in your career.
Jessica and Eckie go head to head on the Nintendo Switch, racing each other in Mario Kart 8! Listen in as they discuss trash talk, video game exploits, and why King Hippo made Eckie cry.
Bruce Williams is a musician, teacher, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, and has the ability to predict championship UFC fights. Listen in as Bruce and Eckie discuss learning patterns between jazz and jiu jitsu, parenting, and officially trademarking the term 'regurgi-bop'.
This episode of Warren's Announce Table is a primer on Ronda Rousey signing with WWE! Jessica and Eckie attempt to go over the backstory, how to find out more about Rousey, and also tally up the latest damages caused by Warren.
Lisa Johnson is an entrepreneur, a doctoral student in STEM, and if she ever asks you, “You know what’s funny?” don’t ask what’s funny, it’s a trap! Listen in as Lisa and Eckie go over the worldwide jiu jitsu community, veganism, and handling awkward situations in foreign countries.
In this installment of Warren's Announce Table, Jessica and Eckie discuss Warren breaking stuff, capitalising off of outrage culture, and Jess's mom jokes.
Nick Malefyt is a family man, people empowerer, and Jedi Master or Sith Lord (he's not really sure). Listen in as Nick and Eckie discuss the tenants of martial arts, job recruitment, Star Wars, and slipping on ice.
Jessica is back in the gaming driver's seat as she joins Eckie in the world of Skyrim for Nintendo Switch! Listen in as they discuss Jessica's agreeable personality, paying parking meters, and thanking previous guests.
Alison OBrien is a three-time Emmy Award winning television long form and documentary producer, a first-time entrepreneur, and has run 22 full marathons to-date... because she is too stubborn to stop and loves medals too much! Listen in as Alison and Eckie discuss her documentary work with the UFC, marathon running and training, and how NOT to receive an Emmy Award.
Jessica and Eckie bring back Warren's Announce Table! This week they discuss WWE's Mixed Match Challenge on FaceBook Watch, rumors of Fox purchasing WWE, and why they fail at hacky New Year's resolutions.
Tim Vandergast holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision, lived in South Korea for 8 years, and is a jack of some trades, master of none. Listen on in this episode as Dr. Tim and Eckie discuss identity, psychology behind social media, and why we have a little narcissist in all of us.
Jessica flips the tables on Eckie and has him at the helm as he attempts to conversate and play the Nintendo Switch smash hit, Super Mario Odyssey! Listen in as they discuss some Super Mario history, attempting to set goals, and console wars.
Tune into highlights from all past 17 guests of the podcast! This compilation features clips that cover topics ranging from martial arts to bow hunting, all the way to what candy to avoid during Halloween!
Eckie and Jessica revisit the world of Nintendo's The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild! Listen in as they discuss why Eckie failed at podcast uploads, New Year's resolutions, and Jessica is put on the spot as she battles an Ancient Guardian.
Jessica is a digital marketing strategist, martial artist, and the self-proclaimed Queen of Christmas! Join us for this special Christmas edition of the podcast as we get into a deep discussion about traditional martial arts such as Tae Kwon Do, history, belt systems, gender roles, and what Christmas means to our family!
Eckie is joined by Jessica, this time as she plays the Nintendo Switch Game, Zelda: Breath of the Wild! Listen in as they discuss Zelda, gender topics in gaming culture, and Christmas cookies.
Erica Salerno is a lawyer, advocate for women and girls, and once ran in a 5k after a ten course meal in order to impress the villagers in her husband’s remote Italian town. Listen in as Erica and Eckie discuss women's rights, jiu jitsu, and being powered by delusions of grandeur.
In this installment of Warren's Announce Table, Jessica and Eckie discuss their time as foreigners in Thailand, WWE's venture into FaceBook Watch with their Mixed Match Championship Series, and Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's success.
Pasquale Ranalli is a father, software engineer, and Star Wars philosopher. In this episode Pasquale and Eckie use The Force and get deep with discussions about Star Wars, self-driving cars, and purposely killing teammates in MMORPGs.
In this episode of Warren's Announce Table, Jessica and Eckie go over Amazon shopping, the holidays, and heels/bad guys while attempting to cover this week's episode of WWE NXT.
Jackie Y. Ranalli is a mother, dietitian and has spontaneous Michael Jackson dance parties even when no one is looking. In this episode Jackie and Eckie discuss cold remedies, diet, nutrition, and woo-girls.