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Mike starts the show by discussing the downside aspects of having a long term relationship.Waiting until something is a problem before dealing with it.Being taken for granted.Torya says making effort is a choice you make every day.He says people react quickly. That creates friction in the relationship.He says that the downside of not having experienced the downside of a long term relationship is you’re getting blindsided by it.He even shared that even if you have a good relationship, you still need to think about it. You have to be intentional about it. Being intentional is never easy.Mike’s mission in life is not to take Torya for granted because she is too special and it hurts so much.He says the downfall of the relationship is what you create yourselves.Torya shares the quote about “you are a result of all your choices.”

Mike starts the show by saying Hypocrisy still reigns in the country.This got them discussing how politics is full of hypocrites.Mike says consistency is the key. But no one is consistent. They just go with the flow, if it favors them.Mike says politicians are synonymous with the word LIAR.Mike and Torya then discuss the behaviors of every animal in the house.Yogi, the consistent dog. Olive, the boss and supreme. Jasper, the mischievous cat. And Bree, the sweetest of them all.Torya shares about how hypocrites are everywhere.Mike and Torya both agree on the topic of hypocrisy.

Mike says that you learn new things every single day.Torya learns yesterday that their cat named Jasper is a spaghetti eating thief.They share about the adventures of having Jasper, the mischievous cat.They discussed Bree’s boundary and cone situation.Mike asks Torya if she ever wears a neck brace. She said yes, and shares a funny and interesting experience.They also discuss the new toys they got for Bree, Jasper, and Yogi.

They open the show talking about Bree’s obsession with balls.Torya talks about a giant ball she found for Bree.They talk about how much Bree loves this new ball.They then go into a discussion about Bree’s behavior.Mike brings up MJM Vlogs, his personal vlog.This has them discussing donuts.

Mike says that after an entertaining trip to a Vegas, they return to Bree in a cone again.They discuss Bree’s situation.Mike talks about his desire to lose weight.He says he thinks he has finally found the right approachHe brings up “5 Complete Lies the Fitness Industry Tells You to Make More Money” by Alyssa Atkinson.You shouldn’t eat big mealsYou must drink a protein shake after a workoutYou need a personal trainerYou can drop 5 pounds in 10 daysBeing skinny equates to healthyhttps://link.medium.com/wv53EGY0ecbMike says he wants to see long-term progress and not short-term gains.

Mike says that he always thought being a teacher was a really tough job.He and Torya talk about an incident that involved a teacher.They introduce their guest, Brian Little of Your Favorite Blockhead.Brian talks all things MMA and discusses what it is really like to be a teacher.

They open with a discussion about a trip they are taking in just 2 days.They are heading to Vegas to look at houses to buy.Mike says traveling with Torya is so easy.Mike announces that Ash is returning to Australia.

He explains that she has stepped it up and he truly appreciates it.He explains how much he loves podcasting.Mike goes into his feelings on the situation with Torya.Mike says to look up his vlog, MJM Vlogs.Subscribe to MJM Vlogs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE41TmBkF0sXlJMBIHcPGPw

Mike opens the show talking about his campaign to resurrect Yogi's ego has succeed.They discuss what they've done to fix Yogi.The strategy they used to fix Yogi is discussed.Mike rants about being put in Twitter jail for saying someone shouldn't threaten another person with an ass kicking.

Mike discusses his new hobby - flying drones.He talks about his typical learning process with something new.Mike talks about the importance of confidence when doing things.Mike discusses how he has learned to fly it further and higher.Torya introduces the article “10 Most Offensive Things Americans Do Overseas”Using the left handSitting in the back seat of a taxi if you are the sole passengerTippingIn Turkey, putting your hands in your pocketsPeace sign meaning the f-word in some countriesShowing the sole of your shoeCrossing your fingersTouching someone’s headGiving thumbs upGiving the OK signArticle: https://nypost.com/2014/08/21/the-10-most-accidentally-offensive-things-americans-do-overseas/

Mike opens by discussing an article where the author dated a man twice her age.Torya says face masks have stopped her and Mike from being stared at.They discuss why society is biased against age gap relationships.They discuss all the ways it affects their life.They ask for emails saying how people feel about age gap relationships — info@yogispodcastnetwork.com

Torya has a question.She says that since Mike likes the Kill Bill movies and Pulp Fiction, does he want to watch Inglorious Bastards with her.Mike says he is disgusted by NAZIs and doesn't think he'd want to see a movie about NAZIs.He tells Torya he may watch it, he may not watch it.They discuss some other movies Mike has asked Torya to watch.Torya talks about a word she thinks is funny.

Mike wants to know when people became entitled jerks.Torya tells a story about self-entitled jerks.Mike brings up Nancy Pelosi’s visit to a hair salon that was supposed to be closed. She wasn’t wearing a mask.

Mike discusses a comment made by his youngest daughter.Jasper is officially bigger than the CEO, Yogi.Mike speaks about his obsession with Casey Neistat.They then discuss Catfish, the TV show.Mike finishes the show ranting about Jo Jorgensen and why we should vote for her.

Mike opens the show running his mouth about “the lunatics”.He rants about the hoarders who hoard things during the pandemic.They then discuss how people are price gouging on the products that have a shortage.

Mike opens the show complaining about the long heatwave they’ve been experiencing.They discuss how humid it has been and complain about that.Mike says he wants to discuss “The 13 Worst Company Names Imaginable”They end the show discussing the presidential election.The article discussed: https://medium.com/better-marketing/the-13-worst-company-names-imaginable-9df2388b5eeb

Mike explains that he watched Bree run up the stairs and is completely taken by surprise that Mike is there.Mike discusses the right way to give feedback. He explains the issue he has.This is an episode of The Reality Rant featuring Double Shot at Love.Torya pushes back at Mike’s comment, she hates Double Shot of Love.They embark on a discussion about the show.

Another OG member of the Zoo passed away.Henry was found deceased.RIP Henry.Mike describes how he discovered Henry had passed.They discuss the heat wave they’ve been enduring.They discuss high school and how Mike’s kids did.

Mike opens the show talking about Bree and how funny she is.This is another episode of The Reality Rant featuring “Happily Ever After” (HEA).They go on a rant about the main characters.They recap what they like and dislike about the show.

Apparently Mike is a Biden Supporter...or is he a Trump supporter?Mike talks about the echo chamber and how people like to live there and not hear other views.He rants about how he handles rude online people.He complains about how people block you after a single bad interaction.Torya says that if she screws up once, she is unfriended.Mike says people create their own view of you without truly knowing you.Mike says being blunt has cost him friends.Torya explains a situation she had to deal with at one of the properties she manages.