From school to work to family to faith, life is a lot to process. My name is Tommy Arcentales and this is TommyTalks. A podcast about God, running, school, career, relationships, and just life. I desire to have conversations that are real, encouraging, enlightening, and fun, but also significant. Hopefully these conversations will help challenge you to think, compel you to act, and help you to grow. So, join me as I process all of this with you on TommyTalks.
On this week's episode, I recap all that has been going on the past two months in school, life, and beyond. Though everything in this episode only scratches the surface of many topics, I believe this can be a helpful introduction to theories of psychology, biblical history and faith in general. I hope you enjoy this episode!
You know those chills that go down your spine when something awesome happens? Or maybe when something absolutely terrifying is coming? Well, those are frissons. On this week's episode, I explore the fearful and exciting things that I have been thinking about in this season of entering graduate school. Take this episode as an opportunity to hop into my brain and heart during this crazy and transformative time in my life. Hope you enjoy!
Chapters open and close in our lives, sometimes expected, sometimes unexpected. On this episode, I talk through all I do to prepare for one of these expected new chapters in life. I hope you enjoy this week's episode!
Moving away from home is a life-altering experience. New people, new school, new city and a whole lot of confusion. On this week's episode I discuss the pros and cons and the experience from my perspective.
Long distance dating is no joke. On this week's episode, Sara and I share our story of long distance over two years of dating and also give some principles we have used to make it through. We also answer some questions on the impact of long distance and whether or not it's truly worth it. Hope you enjoy this week's episode!
In the world of hustle culture and holding 18 hour work days as the ideal, rest is hard to come by. On today's episode I discuss the areas in which I am working to find rest and practical tips on how and when rest can be most enjoyed. Hope you enjoy this week's episode!
Every day I feel like a million things are hitting my mind at a million miles an hour and I forget the important things. What is my purpose? Who are those closest to me and what do they need? What can I do today to live more like Christ? I need a daily reset to remind myself to refocus on the things that matter most. This may be the perfect opportunity for just that in my new segment: The Daily Reset.
Navigating relationships is always difficult, add in some feelings, and things get a whole lot trickier. On this week's episode my girlfriend Sara and I discuss our own transition from friends to more than friends. Plus, we answer some frequently asked questions about friendship, dating, boundaries, and prioritizing faith in relationships. Hope you enjoy this week's episode!
This week my friend Luke and I discuss the topic of worship. What is it, how do we live it out, and where do music and worship collide? I hope you enjoy this interview/conversation as much as we enjoyed having it!
Senior year of undergrad. A crazy, busy, and exciting time wrapping up the college experience and looking to the future. I discuss my struggles with transition, the grad school application process, and the hopes for the future in this week's episode. Also, look out for weekly episodes coming every Monday as well as a new segment: The Daily Reset. Hope you enjoy!
What is it like to live in a dorm? Should I take night classes? What's really important? My take on these questions and more on part 3 of my USF experience. Hope you enjoy!
On this episode I reflect on my experience at USF during my sophomore year. From the BCM worship team to my favorite course at USF to long distance dating, this was a crazy year. I hope you enjoy this week's episode!
This episode I talk about my first year as a bull, from getting into college to a crazy first few semesters. Also, looking to the future with this brand new podcast. Hope you enjoy!
What the heck is love? Why is it so overused? How do we even do it? Honestly, I’m asking those same questions, so listen to me process this topic on this week’s episode!
This week I talk through the college life. From transitioning to high school to making friends and more, what does it mean to “college”?
Today I share all of my favorite things from my favorite movie to my favorite songs and more! And as always, I challenge you with something new this week.
On this week’s episode I share a poem I wrote earlier in this time of isolation and quarantine. And as always, the challenge of the week.
Today I give a glimpse into my perspective on scripture, from how I’ve experienced it in the past to how I study it today. Enjoy!
Today I talk everything running from how I got into it to the Disney marathon and what’s next. Also, I give some steps you can take toward running and fitness. Plus, I answer last week’s question and present a new challenge for this week.
Displaced? Frustrated? Confused? Today I let you in on my journey with the coronavirus chaos and introduce a brand new segment to the show. Hope you enjoy!
Who am I? Why a podcast? What can you expect to hear? All of your questions will be answered on this first episode of TommyTalks. I am so excited for this new journey and processing life with all of you. Enjoy!