"I Want To Know What Love Is"

Love should be celebrated often & consistent! "Love Isn't Scheduled" talks about the importance of recognizing & showing love on more than just Valentines Day or an anniversary. Be a part of their special day by making everyday one. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Could you imagine a world with no color? No sunsets or sunrises to enjoy! The ocean & skies not as majestic! The world really is a better place with color so lets embrace & love it like such. "A Beautiful World With Color" touches on the notion of embracing cultural differences & taking advantage of educating ourselves where we don't understand to eliminate fear & confusion which often lead the negative perception thoughts. If we all come together as one race the human race the world would be a much better place. Tune into this episode & hear some real perspective on the matter! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Life doesn't always go as planned! Everyone experiences challenges at some point or another that can test our resolve & patience! "So Life Gave You Lemons" is an episode that should ring true as a familiar life analogy of dealing with tough moments & situations. In this episode we talk about the ability to overcome a situation & in the end becoming a stronger person. To help with the topic discussion I have invited Brenda Anderson - JIPE Founder to discuss a life challenge she faced & how she was able to overcome it & become the CEO of her own company. An inspiring story you wont want to miss! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

It's happening! A recent heart break, a bad break up from a job or maybe you just ended a long friendship but now comes flooding into the mind is "Why" a question that we all have when dealing with a situation of this nature. Tune in as I talk about "The Why" and how to make sure you are using it in a positive manner. We all have questions we feel that deserve to be answered but is that the reason or are you trying to hold on? Tune in as I provide some perspective and insight around this topic from personal experience! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

So you want to better reach your goals? Maybe you want to make some lifestyle improvements to help with your overall quality of life? "Healthy Habits" is a great step in the direction of better mastering your goals & creating a routine that caters to the success you are working to achieve. In this episode you will hear more about how I have been able to improve my overall quality of life by creating "Healthy Habits" such as:  Gym routines Task schedule Written goals Knowledge time Rest & recovery Enjoying the little things Be sure to tune in to hear about this important exercise so you can start creating your own "Healthy Habits" and be on a better path to a better lifestyle. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

You have heard the buzz word "NFT" but what is it? "What In The NFT Are You Talking About?" Provides a high level overview of what NFT stands for, what it is & the multiple ways you can invest in the newest & hottest crypto asset. After listening to the episode you should be able to understand: The definition of NFT How NFT came about How & Where to create an NFT Various NFT Investments Where you can get further information on NFT's As always THIS IS NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE. Only educational! NFT Information: https://ethereum.org/en/nft/ For My Crypto Investing I Choose Coinbase: https://www.coinbase.com/join/cruz_26c I Currently Own Assets On PolkaCity: https://www.polkacity.io/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Here we are one year later celebrating the (1) year anniversary of the "I Want To Know What Love Is - Podcast" & what a year it has been! Tune in as I highlight a year in review "One Year Later" & list accomplishments & provide some insight on what is to come. This year has been possible because of you the listener tuning in & telling your friends & family about it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart & know we are only getting started. Come hear all about the 1st year --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

One of the toughest struggles a person can encounter is addiction! This is a subject that hits home with many of for having either dealt with it ourselves or knowing someone close to us that has went through the challenges of trying to overcome. Tune in as my friend Tauni talks about her addiction to alcohol and the obstacles she faced while dealing and overcoming on her road to a new perspective. Great information shared and another example of loving life enough to turn things around. I hope you enjoy! Host - Cruz Control -  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

"How Can We All Get Along" Is a phrase that should hold important meaning more now then ever! In a world full of political divide, government agendas, violence, sickness & civilization unrest this is the best remedy forward to combat it. The world would be a much better place if we followed the basic concept of respect, understanding, acceptance of different of opinions & respectful dialogue. In this episode myself & a guest appearance from a friend/work colleague talk about the importance of co-existing with neighbors, friends & family alike when it comes to doing working on "How We Can All Get Along" For this episode we hit a few points to remember: 1) Maintain respect 2) It is okay to agree to disagree 3) Tough conversations make real progress when respect is present --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Life demands & requirements can easily put your mind in a tailspin. Deadlines, meetings, errands, traffic, relationships etc can easily leave us scrambling & mentally exhausted. "Get Your Mind Right" takes a look at the importance of healthy habits & practices as a way to better mentally prepare yourself for the daily chaos we call life. In the end I hope to provide some perspective & insight on the importance of this & some ideas on how to accomplish this! Tune in you won't want to miss! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Death is something everyone will experience as this is a natural part of life. "How To Cope With Death" talks about ways to help improve the grieving process. A loss of a loved one can damage a person if they let it & I am here to tell you that this does not have to be the case. Tune in as I discuss how to prepare the mindset & life after the loss of a loved one. Some of these tricks involve: Remembering how they lived instead of died Do an annual remembrance activity to honor the legacy Build your mind with great memories Surround yourself with love Tune in & start grieving with a better mindset!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Music can be the answer to many things in life! It can help when commuting to work, working out at the gym or it can help us express a current a mood we are feeling at a current time. If you think about it "Music" is the closet thing we have to a time machine considering songs can take you back to a memory. "For The Love Of Music" talks about music from both a creative & listening perspective. Tune in as myself & good friend & music artist "Namkrow" talk about the impacts of music in both our lives growing up & how it has influenced his creative process when making music. Music lovers you wont want to miss this this episode! Great insights & personal perspectives shared on the importance of music in the world! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

We all at some point have wanted to give up on finding love! The most common thought is that were talking about relationships but this extends much further than that. "How-to Keep Loving & Why" will highlight the need to never give up & where you can find the inspiration to due such. It is easy to want to throw in the towel & never allow yourself to be hurt or disappointed again. Don't let this happen! Tune in as I share my experiences, opinions & advice on how to make sure you never give up the pursuit of love. Love is the best emotion we can experience as humans. Don't sell yourself short! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

One of the best journeys we can accomplish in life is beating the odds and becoming something no one would have expected. Turning a life around can be one of the biggest challenges we face in our life. Feeling lost, alone, un loved can put a person into a bad spiral with no end insight. In this episode I have the pleasure of having Mr. Edward Martell a now practicing attorney for the state of Michigan talk about how he beat the odds of facing a 20 year drug conviction 16 years ago to become a lawyer. This is a true turnaround story about beating the odds and how he started loving life. Tune in as he shares details of his incredible turnaround story & how the very judge that was going to convict him was also the same judge that swore him in as a lawyer. Great insight and very inspirational story!!! Link to his story: https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/former-drug-dealer-now-sworn-in-as-attorney-before-same-judge-who-challenged-him-to-change-his-life --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

We all have moments and/or periods in our life where we are independent & free of a business or romantic relationship. It is during these moments where you can learn the most about yourself. "Dating Yourself" is an episode that talks about the need to embrace being single & how you can best take advantage of those times. We all want to achieve greater success in our lives & relationships so it all starts with being honest with yourself. Do the tough thing & "Date Yourself" & get some true honest perspective so you can improve yourself & results along the way. Great perspective, examples & insight shared that you wont want to miss. After listening hopefully you will have a different perspective that can help improve things greatly down the road. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Life demands can cause us to lose focus of things that matter. This could vary from relationships, important appointments to something as small as missing a favorite television show (if you don't own DVR). One thing we should never sacrifice is our own health! For this episode "Healthy Life No Strife" talks about the importance of keeping your health in check & yourself out of the Dr. office. I have asked my longtime friend & Plexus advocate Abbie Hufstetler to join the conversation & give her perspective on the importance of health by sharing some of her own personal stories & experiences. Listen in as we talk about this in further detail. Without your health nothing else matters!! Great perspective, stories & insight shared that you wont want to miss! To take advantage of the Plexus products mentioned visit: Plexus Worldwide --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

A familiar term "Nice Guys Finish Last" is something we have all heard at some point and I am here to tell you that this is a true phrase. Listen in as I talk about this topic that most us guys have encountered at some point or another. If you are trying to get someone in a relationship with you the last thing you want to do is finish last. In this episode I share my perspective on the subject and what I try to do and heard can help to change the outcome more favorable to where you end up where you want to be....usually with the lady in your lap. I hope you enjoy the perspectives and opinions shared. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Men of today are not the same as they were in the 70's, 80's, 90's or even early 2000's! We are moving further away from the macho era of men and starting to become more in-tune with our feelings and emotions. For far too long men have been shamed for being something other than macho and time has changed this narrative. "Now Days Man: The Transformation" touches on this very topic as myself and childhood friend "Trentamus Briggs" discuss how men have evolved and continue to involve to be more sensitive creatures. Listen in as we talk about some valid points related to the evolution and how men have arrived to today. - Host - Cruz Control --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

The future is here with Crypto Currency & more than likely you have already heard about it but probably didn't realize it! If you have heard of Bitcoin then you have heard of Crypto Currency. Crypto is going to play a vital part of improving many areas of our society. "Love Investing? Try Crypto" takes you through some of the basics of what Crypto is, where you can invest & how you can read up more about it. Tune in and find out about the future and how you can you invest in yours with Crypto. If you are new to crypto & want to hear more about it well this is the episode for you. Come tune in and get some basics about the future. For additional information & to get started with investing in Crypto I choose Coinbase to buy & trade my currency since it is approved to operate legally within the United States: https://www.coinbase.com/join/cruz_26c --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Living our best life is something we all strive for! Who doesn't want to wake up everyday doing something they love??? Achieving this in now days world can be a challenge as we often forget it is never too late to change course. Listen in as I chat with one of my long time school mates & friends Karrie Broderick about how we have been able to accomplish living our best life. In the end hopefully we can help you uncover things you can do and remember to get started on what your version of that might be. Great laughs, fun stories and great insight provided.....don't miss out! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

We often see them around us but do we take the time to really see them? To listen to them? To make sure we understand them. I am talking about "The Warning Signs" that a relationship is not in a good place. In this episode I share some experiences from past situations that reinforces the need to make sure you are paying attention to the signs. If you want to still wake up with your partner lying next to you, or maybe you would like for a business relationship to continue well you better wake up and make changes before it's too late. Knowing is half the battle the other is applying what you discover. Tune in as I discuss this in further detail with the goal of helping other take action before it's too late by providing perspective and insight. There is nothing worse than seeing a person you were trying to build something with walk away whether that be personal or business! Don't be left asking yourself why or with any regrets! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Saying sorry can be the hardest thing to say in a relationship. At times we will fight and argue a point even if wrong to avoid the shame and need to say the S word. This is often one of the most important communication phrases in any relationship that will allow the couple or friendship to move past issues while gaining/maintaining respect for one another. Saying sorry can go a long way but it can take time to change the mindset and difficulty of letting that phrase out with meaning. Listen in as I touch on this subject and how I have been able to say sorry more than ever!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Music is a powerful tool in our life. It can help us through the toughest challenges and help celebrate success. Listen in as I talk about Music & Me and the impact music has had on me and some of my influences growing up. Music has helped me and it could for you too if you let it! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Being in the dating game can be rough. We hope to find love early and build something everlasting but it does come with it's challenges! In this episode myself and my good friend Chris take a dive into the topic of "Dating has no expiration date" If you are in your 20's, 30's, 40's or 50's still looking love this is okay as love has no age limits or time requirements. We also talk about the challenges dating as you get older and some of the experiences we have faced as we move forward in our search for love. Ladies get ready to hear some perspective from a guys point of view!! Good information shared, funny comments provided but most importantly trying to reinforce the message that it is okay to date no matter how old. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Sports was a big influence in my life. Growing up without a father figure at an early age left me lost and without a male role model. Sports provided me with direction and something to look up too while teaching me important life skills (team work, hard work, performing under pressure) that I still use today. Tune in as I talk about the importance of sports and athletes in more detail.

We revisit the topic of Love: A woman's perspective by bringing in the beautiful and elegant Naomi to share her perspective and opinion related to the matter. As a guy we can always use insight and direction from one of the most complicated situations in life trying to understand what a lady expects and want's now day from a man's love. Grab a note pad and pen and be ready to take some notes fellas as we are provided the keys to the kingdom when trying to figure out how to love. Great laughs, stories and opinions shared!!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

We are in 2021 and now days relationships are not like our grandparents and parents time of the past. So what the hell changed? I have invited my friend (Kristian) and his wife (Liberty Lee) to chat more about this in detail. Being a young couple fresh into a marriage they will provide some insight an retrospect on what has changed and what they do differently. What better source than to hear from a young couple as they share personal stories, experiences and opinions related to the topic. Of course your host "Cruz Control" will be along for the ride to provide color commentary. Listen in as we talk about this interesting topic in more detail to try and figure out what the hell has changed. You are in for a podcast treat!!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

They say humor is the best remedy for many things. Even better when it exists in a relationship! What better ingredients to a great relationship than love & humor. Tune in as myself and friend Sunny talk about love & humor in a relationship as she shares stories from her current & past relationships & color commentary provided by yours truly. Great laughs and insight!

From the minute she was born and I held her for the first time I was in love! Come listen in as I talk about my daughter's love and our relationship over the years and how our relationship journey was. Parenting of the opposite sex has it challenges & funny moments! At least that's my experience.

We all have had them at some point.... failed relationships. In this episode I have my friend Velma Carter join me to provide her insight and perspective on failed relationships. Of course we will also have some fun with some random questions from the pod deck. Great discussion and funny topics

Starting out in a new relationship or marriage is exciting and challenging. The early days often sets the tone for how the relationship will move forward and evolve. For this episode I have invited my friends Kelly & Steve Wilson who have been married for just over 6 months to share some insight on the early days of they're relationship and how they have shaped love early on and while moving forward. Tune in as we share many laughs and valuable insight related to the early stages of love and how you can mold it for success early on!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

We pick up from last episode on the same topic "Taking Care of Your Grass" with a new perspective delivered by my friend Hector Rivas regarding relationship lawncare. Tune in as he shares insight on the subject and how he has maintained his relationship lawn. What better follow up guest to hear from than regarding this topic than from someone who is happily married for 14 years. Plenty of great knowledge and comedy to be shared!

You often hear that saying "The grass is greener on the other side" Not always the case when talking about relationships. In this episode my friends Mike & Krista Thornbrue join me to talk about "Watering the relationship grass" and creating an everlasting bond. With some TLC and regular watering you could be on your way to greener relationship grass. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Ever been in a room with the buddies when the date, gf or wife calls and you get made fun of for things like saying "I Love You" and called "Whipped" by announcing running an errand for your special someone? Well did you ever step back and think about how this could impacts your friends ability to celebrate his love and embrace it? Listen in as I explore this topic and indirect impact it has cause a man to celebrate love in his life! The more you know!!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

You've heard that saying "Men are from Mars and Women are from Venus" Much holds true with this especially men & women's perspectives on many topics. For this episode I have invited my good friend Erica Valle to share her perspective on what love means to herself and women and to help shed some light on a topic quite frankly us guys could use some more insight on. Come listen in as we talk about this in more detail and try to provide another perspective. Great laughs and good talking points await!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

One of the best techniques you can practice to help improve all areas of life especially love is by listening more than talking. That saying goes you were given 2 ears and 1 mouth for a reason....to listen more than you talk. In this episode we hit on several points on why this is important to master. I say master because it is easier said than done to accomplish at times. Tune in and have a listen! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

"Be Your Own Happy" this is something important to ask yourself. If you haven't is it fair to depend on someone else to provide this for you when you have no clue yourself how to be happy? Figure it out so you can be on the road to creating your own happiness. Listen in as I talk more about this and why it is important. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

In this episode I talk about the need to make sure you fully embrace love. If you don't embrace love how can you say that is something you are wanting when you can't even accept it? This question and moment of self reflection can be a great step to eliminate failures when it comes to love in your life. Come listen as I explore this topic in more detail. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

In this episode myself and my brother take a stroll down memory lane to revisit "Our Grandparents Love" and what's missing from today that existed during our elders time that made love feel more genuine and real. Come listen as we talk about this in more detail and how it crafted our views and how we feel to best recapture that love. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iwanttoknowaboutlove/support

Who says breakups have to be a terrible thing. In this podcast I will share some examples and things to keep in mind from personal experiences that can help you turn a breakup into a positive situation. Failure often provides the greatest lessons and keys to success so let's talk about how to do that with love and turn a breakup into a positive experience!

Where are you looking for your future mate? Do you understand what type of love you are wanting? Are you putting yourself in a position to meet someone ? Come listen in as we journey down the road of "Searching for love in all the wrong places" and try to switch lanes to the fast track of love! ❤

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Welcome to I want to know what love is! A podcast aimed to provide insight and different perspectives when it comes to searching for love. In this episode I explain myself and the purpose of the podcast. Come listen and gain some valuable information from my personal experiences and others I chat with related to love! Sometimes the best insight can be gained just from hearing others experiences. Hope you keep coming back and enjoy the content! Here's to finding love