Mystery Chowder

In this episode, Rick shares some reflections on his career and some recent changes that have forced him to look at what it means to face growth, and to wrestle with the fears that come with change. "Will we do it right?" or "Will it look the way I was liked it before?" These are exactly the pivotal moments in business that will often make or break it. Join Rick and Corey as they talk through adaptation, not giving up, and maturing your business.

Listen to Corey blabber on about Mystery Chowder and how great it is, and how maybe, just maybe, there could still be a future here.    DM us on X or follow us to get updates about new episodes! @mystery_chowder

In this episode, Rick and Corey share stories about some their encounters with strangers in passing who have imparted wisdom or interesting tidbits if knowledge. Everybody has something of value to offer. But are we always living in expectation for it? Do we allow ourselves to get into positions of encounter and connection with people? There's a ton to cover here. Join us for an another exciting episode!

Today we're bringing you a "microwave chowder"--all the fun of a regular episode but WAY faster. Either Corey or Rick will pose a unrehearsed, random question to the other, and we have 10 minutes to discuss it. The TOPIC for this segment: What legacy do you hope to leave behind?

"It takes the time that it takes." Or, "9 women can't make a baby in a month." In this episode, Rick & Corey unpack beliefs and schools of thought around estimating time and effort. Can we, should we, accept challenges to accomplish our goals faster? And do accepted strategies to scaling for speed actually help? DM us on X or follow us to get updates about new episodes! @mystery_chowder

Rick and Corey join forces in an exciting episode of Mystery Chowder where they delve into the essential skills and mindset needed to reach the pinnacle of executive leadership in one's career. Join them as they share their insights and experiences on how to make your way up the corporate ladder and achieve success at the highest level. With their combined expertise, this episode is sure to inspire and guide listeners towards their own path to becoming an executive leader. Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion! DM us on X or follow us to get updates about new episodes! @mystery_chowder  

How has writing helped you process your thoughts, feelings, dreams, and plans? Do you write at all? And what mediums do you use for writing? Join us for this episode as we talk about how writing–whether on paper, blogs, digital notepads, and even programming–has enabled us to reflect on our life and to deal with difficult situations.

Rick and Corey are tired, but Mystery Chowder is so pumped! In this episode, our heroes discuss the reality of the difficult, or even the perceived impossibilities and how to get started when there's little hope of success. This is especially worth a listen if you believe you're up against an impossible task, or believe you've hit a ceiling on any project or in life.  DM us on Twitter or follow us to get updates about new episodes! Twitter: @mystery_chowder

Rick and Corey welcome a brand new Mystery Guest, a long-time friend and fellow deep thinker. Join us in our longest but possibly most fun conversation yet while we explore multiple topics, from grabbing ahold of opportunities to to strinking a balance between contentment and drive.   DM us on Twitter or follow us to get updates about new episodes! Twitter: @mystery_chowder

Corey and Rick welcome back Andy with a topic a little outside of their norm. Inspired by Andy's obsessive book reading and a question he's been pondering, the trio dives into the question of "What is religion?" and can a science or school of thought be just as valid a religion as any ancient practice or belief. This was a fun challenge and an interesting break from the usual discourse. DM us on Twitter or follow us to get updates about new episodes! @mystery_chowder And don't forget to subscribe

Welcome Andy, our friend and very first Mystery Guest as we navigate the all-to-common and familiar waters of Impostery Syndrom. As Andy, a tech-industry outsider, sees the world very differently from Rick and Corey, this is sure to be an interesting take on Imposter Syndrome. We all loved this experience and think you will too!   DM us on Twitter or follow us to get updates about new episodes! Twitter: @mystery_chowder

Rick and Corey take the back road in an effort to explore the nature of "calling" and destiny, and the things that impact us along the way. What role does media play in shaping us into who we become? Is it healthy to let others shape us? How do we filter the voices that speak into our souls along the way?   Look us up on Twitter to stay informed about the latest episodes or DM us for questions! Twitter: @mystery_chowder

Today we're bringing you a "microwave chowder"--all the fun of a regular episode but WAY faster. Either Corey or Rick will pose a unrehearsed, random question to the other, and we have 10 minutes to discuss it. The TOPIC for this segment: You are creating an artificial intelligence in humanlike form. What is the most important governing rule or factor that you would program into that robot?

This episode started as a Microwave Chowder but was too good to contain in a 10-minute segment. So we've blown it out into a full episode. It started with a scenario: You're droped in the middle of a busy city street, naked, along with 9 other people. You can bring only 3 items with you, and you must be able to carry them. Your goal is to build the most profitable company of the 10 participants in 90 days. Corey has to answer: What 3 things are you bringing? And what are the first 3 steps taken to build your business? Listen in as Corey takes on building his business in the buff.

Today we're bringing you a "microwave chowder"--all the fun of a regular episode but WAY faster. Either Corey or Rick will pose a unrehearsed, random question to the other, and we have 10 minutes to discuss it. The TOPIC for this segment: Name a movie that you wish were real. Let's talk about it.

Product-market fit is a term used to describe the degree to which a product satisfies a strong market demand. From Google Glass to cooking hot dogs in unexpected places, we'll reflect on some products or ideas over the last century that failed to be adopted by their target market. You may remember some of them, and some are just outright strange. But why did they fail? Was the product right but the timing wrong? Let's find out.

Today we're bringing you a "microwave chowder"--all the fun of a regular episode but WAY faster. Either Corey or Rick will pose a unrehearsed, random question to the other, and we have 10 minutes to discuss it. The TOPIC for this segment: What is one thing that is not true or real that you wish were true or real?

Today's corporate management culture comes with all kinds of lingo centered around productivity, efficiency, and innovation. But does it actually inspire people to do and become their best? Or are these messages of "positivity" actually something more insidious in nature? In this episode, we talk about some unusual similarities between management language today and that of a previous generation. We explore what's behind some visionary statements from unlikely figures in history, and compare them to our own modern-day points of view.

Today we're bringing you a "microwave chowder"--all the fun of a regular episode but WAY faster. Either Corey or Rick will pose a unrehearsed, random question to the other, and we have 10 minutes to discuss it. The TOPIC for this segment: What would you do tomorrow if you retirement-level money appeared in your bank account?

Today we're bringing you a "microwave chowder"--all the fun of a regular episode but WAY faster. Either Corey or Rick will pose a unrehearsed, random question to the other, and we have 10 minutes to discuss it. The TOPIC for this segment: 2 parts: first, what one job would you not give up to AI, and second, what job do you hope to see given up in your lifetime to AI?

How well can you focus on a goal or vision? Not just for a minute, hour, day, week, or month–but for a year or more? Do you create a plan for the year and stick to it, measure it? How about over a decade? In this episode, we look at the driving forces and proverbs of some of America's capitalist giants, and have come up with one conclusion: hyper-focus is often the difference between success and failure. Whether you're in the business of building railroads or optimizing zippers, what may separate you from the pack is in your ability to retain focus on an idea.

Jarvis, and Rosie, and Bears, Oh My! What are we to make of a future in which AI could become sentient, or intelligent enough to identify its own needs as distinct or more important from that of its maker? Maybe we're getting too far ahead of ourselves. In this episode, we talk about the role of automation as means to advancing our quality of life, to a point–the point at which it begins to encroach upon our sense of humanity is where things get a little uncomfortable. And that's exactly where we intend to go.

Today we're bringing you a "microwave chowder"--all the fun of a regular episode but WAY faster. Either Corey or Rick will pose a unrehearsed, random question to the other, and we have 10 minutes to discuss it. The TOPIC for this segment: Would you rather have an employee low in loyalty but very driven to succeed, or very loyal but not as driven?

Almost everyone at some time has found themselves taking on more responsibility than they can or should handle. The real test in life is in knowing what is beyond your abilities or domain and learning to delegate. But it's not always so easy to discern and draw these lines. In this episode, we compare our experiences in parenting to being leaders in business, taking an introspective look at how, when, and when not to assume responsibility for something; when to let someone fail and how to pick them back up. And, how to avoid being a control freak.

Get yer boots strapped in and your pigskins ready (laces out), 'cuz we're talkin' sports tonight. Sports, especially competitive, are such an important part of our development. In this episode, we share stories from childhood about our favorite, and not so favorite, sports; from baseball, to mountain biking, to street luging, football, skateboarding, snowboarding, and many more.

Would you consider yourself a perfectionist? Can the pursuit of excellence turn into an unhealthy lifestyle of perfection? Join us for this episode of Mystery Chowder, as we talk about what it's like to deal with the weight of wanting to be perfect in every area of our lives. And stick around, as we'll share some strategies for re-balancing your expectations of yourself, friends and family.

Today we're bringing you a "microwave chowder"--all the fun of a regular episode but WAY faster. Either Corey or Rick will pose a unrehearsed, random question to the other, and we have 10 minutes to discuss it. The TOPIC for this segment: What are two things you wouldn't say at a business meeting but wish you could?

Today we're bringing you a "microwave chowder"--all the fun of a regular episode but WAY faster. Either Corey or Rick will pose a unrehearsed, random question to the other, and we have 10 minutes to discuss it. The TOPIC for this segment: What futuristic technology are you looking forward to the most?

In this episode, Corey and Rick discuss the presumption of leadership and the gall it takes to assert one's will over the will of others. Unleash your pitchforks at every controversial and downright appauling thing they say, and be sure to like us on Facebook and subscribe!

We're trying a fun spin on your favorite parboiled chowder today. Join us for Microwave Chowder: the same goodness from Rick & Corey, only shorter. We've got 10 minutes to answer 1 question and discuss it, with no prep beforehand. It's wild, it's unpredictable, and it's spicy. Buckle up. Microwave Chowder #1: What's the Manliest Thing You Can Think Of? Go.

In this episode, we talk about the barriers to building lasting habits along "The Habit Loop" formation process. Some have trouble getting started, while some have trouble sticking to it. What motivates us and what are our barriers along the way? Join us as we explore it together. And in typical Mystery Chowder fashion, we've got some special detours in store for you; hint: we hope you remember Geocities.

Running a podcast is running a business. Aspects of product development, marketing strategy, and financial stewardship are all part of the gig. After about 10 months of recording, we reflect on the journey of podcasting. What have we learned and what challenges have we had to overcome? Join us in this episode as you get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run Mystery Chowder.

To persevere, or continue in a course of action even in the face of difficulty or with little or no prospect of success–what does that really mean? What are some hard moments in your life that you've had to work through? What rewards have you seen through perseverance? Join us this episode as we share stories of having to push through a challenge, from running every day to training our children. We talk through why we should care to persevere at all, and how to know when it's actually OK to quit.

"If you spend your life sparing people's feelings and feeding their vanity, you get so you can't distinguish what should be respected in them." -F. Scott Fitzgerald How do we solicit valuable feedback from those around us and use it to hone our personal brand, add increased value to others, and live without the bad habbits that are holding us back. How do we set meaningful goals and then self-assess along the way? In this episode we talk about assessing ourselves against our goals, and the importance of vulnerability and safe spaces for constructive feedback.

Have you ever found yourself counting the number of times a buzzword is used in a conversation? What makes a buzzword so "buzzy?" For some, they help to both communicate complex ideas and blend in with the culture around us. For others, they allow us to hide behind a truth that we don't want to or can't say.

In this episode, Rick turns into a curmudgeon and tells the world to get off his lawn. Corey reels him back in as they discuss the importance of moderating content for their families, the value of freedom of speech, and the ill effects of generational stereotypes.

How important is maintaining a daily routine for yourself? What are your personal or family rituals and how do they help you to organize your own life? In this episode, we interview each other about our routines, family upbringing, chronotypes, daily must do's, and things we wish we could do better or more consistently.

In this episode, we look at our own personal triggers for stress and the emotions we experience in response to it. As we discover, it's often fear that motivates us towards or away from stressful situations. We attempt to discern stress through sharing real-life stories, and map out a healthy process for dealing with it.

How much time do you spend planning something before executing? In this episode, Rick and Corey discuss the value of planning as part of the process of "doing." They share their personal approaches to planning, when they get stuck, and how they get unblocked.

In this tantalizing, controversial episode about the selling of prophecy for money, Rick and Corey ponder, pontificate, opine, and other big thought words about a basic question: should prophetic words be sold for profit? Join us as we try to dissect this one and sort out our own opinions to come to a conclusion.

On this episode we share our top bucket list destinations. We explore what interests us about them, and unpack some of our personal motivations and character along the way.

As a child, what did you hope to be when you grew up? How do your childhood interests go on to shape who you become, and how can you pursue your goals from the desires of your heart? Join the guys this episode as they discuss the answers to these questions, and share their own stories along the way.

What keeps us from moving towards our goals? Whether it's perfection or fear, often we can move forward only by first breaking down a problem into more manageable parts. Listen in as the guys kick things off with a totally unrelated tangent about Rick's glass of wine, before they opine (you see what we did there).

Join us on this episode to hear about Rick's foot pain, building relationships, your go to market strategy, the wisdom of seniority, and other random ingredients.