Episode 163: Paradise With Problems

Episode 172: Life Changed Fast

Welcome to Episode 172 of The Endless Growth Podcast! This week, Alex gives an update on life after training at his new job, while Edgar talks about one of those days where absolutely nothing goes according to plan. Between learning how to cold call finance executives, surviving Salt Lake traffic, shopping for mattresses at 30, and wondering what might be hiding at the bottom of Pineview Reservoir, this episode goes in plenty of unexpected directions. The episode kicks off with Alex sharing what it has been like finally getting out of training and working independently. He explains why he learns better by putting in real reps, making mistakes, and adjusting along the way instead of sitting through hours of training modules. That leads to a deeper conversation about using AI to build better workflows, asking stronger questions, and why getting good at sales requires being willing to sound bad before you sound confident. Later, the guys realize turning 30 apparently means spending weekends comparing couches, bed frames, and mattresses. Alex explains why mattress shopping feels like a scam, what makes a good salesperson stand out, and why choosing the right bed becomes much more complicated when two people have completely different preferences. As always, the conversation keeps moving. The guys revisit the time Alex accidentally camped on private property and woke up surrounded by hunters with crossbows, talk about failed water skiing attempts at Bear Lake, and discuss plans to drain Pineview Reservoir for repairs. Naturally, that leads to theories about sunken boats, hidden valuables, metal detectors, and the YouTube video they could make searching the bottom. The episode wraps up with Fourth of July drone shows, F-16 flyovers, Salt Lake's crowded gyms, impossible parking, two-hour waits for ramen, and the growing realization that city life comes with just as many frustrations as conveniences.  Whether you’re starting a new job, learning through trial and error, adjusting to city life, or officially reaching the age where mattresses become interesting, Episode 172 has something for you. 00:13 Day Went Sideways 02:45 Salt Lake Work Update 03:08 Out of Training Grind 04:20 Using AI at Work 05:14 Lunch With Gio 07:59 Cold Call Playbook 08:59 Reps and Learning Curve 17:07 Job Market Reality Check 20:54 Fourth of July Plans 21:44 Costco Couch Deal 24:52 Mattress Shopping Saga 27:34 Ashley’s Sales Lessons 28:51 Nectar and Purple Options 30:06 Brand Pricing Rules 31:03 Costco Mattress Hunt 32:11 Couples Bed Space 33:26 Mattress Tech Myths 35:06 Firm vs Soft Debate 36:41 Couch Sleep Dreams 40:43 Salt Lake Work Life 43:16 Traffic Train Chaos 46:19 Best Buy Battery Fail 49:30 City Spots And Mountains 54:29 Utah Hikes And Burritos 55:36 Trail Snacks And Macros 55:53 Favorite Hikes And Wildlife 56:17 AllTrails And Trespassing Story 57:07 Crossbow Camping Encounter 01:00:07 Bear Lake Plans And Memories 01:03:02 Water Ski Wipeout Tales 01:05:12 Draining Pineview Reservoir 01:08:29 Fourth Of July In Utah 01:10:29 Jets Drones And Lockheed Talk 01:12:48 Movies And Weekend Recap 01:14:01 Gym Rant And Best Location 01:15:14 Downtown Salt Lake Pros Cons 01:21:06 Wrapping Up The Episode

Episode 171: The World Cup Experience

Welcome to Episode 171 of The Endless Growth Podcast! This week, Alex lets us know how his new job is going, while Edgar returns from an unforgettable trip to Boston for the World Cup. Between adjusting to new routines, trying to afford a house in today’s economy, watching France dominate from just feet away, and questioning what comes next for the podcast, this episode covers a little bit of everything. The episode kicks off with Alex sharing how his first week at the new job is going and why starting over feels much different this time around. That leads to a bigger conversation about getting older, caring less about what other people think, building routines, and why having systems in place can make everything from saving money to staying disciplined much easier. From there, the guys dive into the current economy, $777,000 homes, zero-percent financing, and the reality that making more money means very little if you spend everything you earn. They debate renting versus buying, why so many people struggle to save, and whether the version of “normal” everyone is waiting for is ever actually coming back. Later, Edgar takes us through his trip to Boston for the World Cup. From incredible seats just feet away from the field and watching France win 4-1 to exploring Boston, eating way too much food, nearly seeing the French national team, and finding out IShowSpeed and Channing Tatum were at the same game, the trip quickly became one of his most memorable experiences. As always, the conversation goes in plenty of unexpected directions. The guys talk about $30,000 World Cup tickets, the death of sneaker reselling, Edgar’s questionable clothing subscription, Alex’s exploding iPhone, Utah’s rapid growth, and whether The Endless Growth Podcast itself might be ready for a revamp. Whether you're adjusting to something new, trying to build better systems, or just looking for a conversation that somehow connects the World Cup, Episode 171 has something for you. 00:17 New Job Reset 00:57 Routine Vs Escapism 03:38 Accounting Role Breakdown 05:19 Practicing With AI Tools 06:56 Less Pressure At 30 10:27 Not Caring What People Think 12:25 Kids And Social Circles 13:55 0 Percent Financing Talk 16:23 Economy War And Boomers 18:51 Housing Costs And Saving Systems 25:23 Sleep Schedules And Phone Battery 29:48 Weekend Recap World Cup Boston 30:27 Boston Trip Recap 31:21 World Cup Talk 33:55 Ronaldo Team Debate 35:56 Hotel Arrival Night 38:46 Getting To Gillette 40:29 Stadium Seats Energy 45:38 Postgame Travel Plans 47:17 Steakhouse Dinner Fit 49:04 Mike's Pastries Nightcap 50:09 Saturday City Exploring 52:45 France Team Hotel Spotting 55:14 Cold Weather Early Flight 57:16 Harbor Walk Missed 57:35 Ocean Or Lake Debate 58:00 Skipping The Tour Boat 59:26 Seafood Plans And Hotel Chill 59:52 Delayed Flight And Airport Gates 01:01:09 Fourth Of July Fire Restrictions 01:01:55 Utah Growth And Drought Talk 01:03:28 Celebrities Spotted At The Game 01:06:48 Stadium Food And Seat Chaos 01:09:40 Ticket Prices And Resale Ethics 01:10:55 Sneaker Resale Era Fades 01:12:04 ThreadBeast Mystery Shoes 01:17:12 Nordstrom Rack And Sushi Plans 01:19:03 Podcast Wrap Up And Next Week

Episode 170: Goodbye Ogden

Welcome to Episode 170 of The Endless Growth Podcast!  This week, Alex officially says goodbye to his twenties, moves into a new apartment in Salt Lake City, prepares for his final day at work, and somehow realizes that turning 30 comes with a lot more than just a birthday. Between moving trucks, empty apartments, Father's Day, relationship conversations, dealership frustrations, and dreams for the future, this episode becomes one long conversation about what it actually feels like to be entering a completely new chapter of life. The episode kicks off with Alex celebrating his 30th birthday in the least glamorous way possible: hauling boxes, driving the biggest U-Haul he's ever rented, sleeping on a mattress on the floor, and learning very quickly that being an adult mostly means constantly assembling furniture and making trips to Lowe's. Along the way, the guys share stories about family helping with the move, birthday dinners that changed at the last second, Father's Day celebrations, and the strange feeling of officially leaving their childhood hometown behind. As the conversation unfolds, Alex reflects on wrapping up his final week at his current job before starting a completely new career. What starts as funny stories about working from a phone hotspot and spending the last days networking instead of working turns into a bigger conversation about timing, taking chances, and realizing that sometimes the opportunities you almost miss end up being the biggest blessings. Later in the episode, the guys dive into everything automotive. Edgar vents about frustrating dealership experiences, proper tire rotations, and why paying premium prices doesn't always mean premium service. That naturally spirals into one of the longest rabbit holes of the episode as they debate electric vehicles versus gas cars, survival vehicles, off-road builds, Ford Raptors, Chevy Blazers, side-by-sides, and whether buying expensive toys eventually requires buying even more expensive toys. Of course, the conversation takes plenty of unexpected detours. They compare Costco and Wayfair furniture, debate California King beds versus standard Kings, laugh about bunk beds, discuss the realities of furnishing a first apartment, and swap stories about growing older, difficult neighbors, relationship communication, and learning when to stand up for yourself without completely crashing out. As always, the episode ends on a more reflective note. Alex talks about intentionally building stronger friendships, the importance of networking, why Salt Lake offers a different kind of opportunity than Ogden, and how every major life transition feels uncomfortable until it slowly starts feeling like home. Whether you're entering a new decade, moving somewhere unfamiliar, starting a new career, or simply trying to figure out your next chapter, Episode 170 is a reminder that growth rarely happens when life feels comfortable. 01:13 Turning 30 Reflections 02:08 Birthday Food And Movies 04:07 Moving Day U Haul Chaos 06:02 House Setup Learning Curve 08:15 Fathers Day Weekend Recap 10:05 Work Hustle And Food Truck 12:54 Travel Prep And Flat Tire 16:33 Last Week At Old Job 21:23 House Sale Closing Timeline 23:57 PS3 Uncharted Memories 24:45 New City Reality Check 25:00 Moving Day Errands 26:40 Salt Lake Food Finds 27:37 New Gym Learning Curve 29:21 Commute Traffic Talk 30:15 Workplace Networking Vibes 31:35 Neighborhood Culture Shock 31:55 Monroe Street Chaos Story 34:25 Quiet Neighborhood Problems 38:47 Confrontation vs Crashing Out 40:15 Relationship Read the Room 41:51 Dealership Service Frustrations 46:03 Tesla and Worst Case Planning 47:23 Off Road Vehicle Debate 49:44 RZR vs Old Jeep Logic 51:46 Blazer Listings Reality Check 54:48 Warranty vs Wear and Tear 55:27 Infotainment Headaches 56:11 Upgrade or Sell Now 57:07 Colorado vs Raptor R 58:11 Wheels Tires and Beadlocks 59:09 Towing and Side by Sides 01:00:53 Side by Side Reality Check 01:03:03 Moving Hauls and U Hauls 01:05:20 Furnishing a New Place 01:06:22 Furniture Brands and Costco 01:07:26 Beds Frames and Storage 01:10:15 Bunk Bed Dreams 01:11:34 Salt Lake Gyms and Social Life 01:13:38 Networking and Full Circle Moments 01:17:23 City Opportunities vs Land Life 01:20:05 Wrapping Up the Pod

Podcast 169: The Hardest Goodbye

Welcome to Episode 169 of The Endless Growth Podcast! This week, Alex and Edgar navigate one of the most emotional episodes they've ever recorded as they talk through loss, major life changes, new beginnings, and the strange reality that life rarely slows down when everything seems to happen at once. The episode begins with Edgar sharing the heartbreaking story of saying goodbye to his French Bulldog, Nala, after a sudden spinal injury left the family with an impossible decision. What starts as a conversation about emergency vet visits quickly becomes a deeper discussion about grief, quality of life, loving your pets enough to let them go, and why sometimes the hardest decision is also the most compassionate one. As the conversation shifts, Alex shares one of the biggest updates of his life. After months of interviews, uncertainty, and career changes, he officially accepts a new job in Salt Lake City. The guys break down everything that happened behind the scenes, including a surprising mistake on the offer letter, why speaking up earned Alex an extra $5,000, and the importance of advocating for yourself even when it feels uncomfortable. With both hosts entering new chapters, they reflect on what it means to move into your thirties, start over in a new city, build new routines, and embrace the discomfort that comes with growth. From moving boxes and apartment logistics to joining a new gym and building new connections, the conversation becomes less about moving locations and more about moving forward in life. Of course, it wouldn't be an Endless Growth episode without a few unexpected rabbit holes. The guys dive into World Cup ticket prices, Boston travel plans, whether Mexico or the U.S. deserves to win it all, UFC's historic White House event, organizing closets, laundry systems, household chores, networking, hiring employees, and whether paying someone to mow your lawn is actually buying back your time. Throughout the episode, one theme continues to surface: life doesn't wait. Sometimes you're celebrating a new opportunity while grieving a loss at the exact same time. Growth isn't always exciting, and change isn't always comfortable, but learning how to keep moving forward anyway is part of the process. Whether you're grieving a loved one, starting a new career, moving into a new chapter of life, or simply trying to figure out what's next, Episode 169 is a reminder that growth often happens during the moments when life feels the most uncertain. 00:13 Losing Nala 00:52 ER Visit And Diagnosis 03:32 Rapid Decline And Options 05:45 Choosing Euthanasia 08:33 Breed Health Issues 12:12 Do Pets Grieve 14:43 Cremation And Goodbye 17:44 World Cup Trip Plans 22:21 Tickets Teams And Hype 24:11 Boston Travel And Prices 26:25 World Cup Logistics Talk 27:54 World Cup Team Debate 28:59 How Group Points Work 29:55 Playing Soccer Again 30:32 Work Update and Slowdown 34:17 Moving to Salt Lake 37:43 Job Offer and Negotiation 43:04 New Chapter at 30 47:54 Work Culture and Firing 53:18 UFC Night and White House Event 56:35 Fight Night Recap 57:19 White House Drone Scare 59:06 Wild Walkouts and Awkward Hype 01:00:25 Dana Won’t Repeat Venues 01:01:49 Matchmaking and Fighter Mindset 01:06:13 Life Updates and Perspective 01:07:06 Decluttering and Closet Systems 01:10:39 Laundry Habits and Chore Hate 01:15:36 Homeownership Time vs Money 01:18:30 Watering Laws and Grass Costs 01:19:58 Wrapping Up the Pod

Podcast 168: The End of an Era

Welcome to Episode 168 of The Endless Growth Podcast! This week, Alex and Edgar catch up on everything from AI taking over the future, frustrating career pivots, and moving out of childhood homes to water shortages, weird sprinkler fish stories, mattress shopping, and why growing up feels a lot stranger than expected. The episode kicks off with a conversation about the World Cup, DoorDash giving away millions in credits, and why Alex somehow found himself rooting for France strictly for the food rewards. But as always, a casual topic quickly spirals into bigger conversations about trends, identity, and why sometimes being different feels more natural than following the crowd. Things take a more reflective turn as Alex opens up about preparing for his final weekend living in Ogden before moving to Salt Lake City. What starts as simple moving talk turns into a surprisingly honest conversation about childhood neighborhoods, family homes, nostalgia, and the weird emotional reality of realizing certain chapters of life are officially over. Somehow, the conversation then shifts into Utah drought problems, water restrictions, and one of the most random stories of the episode: people allegedly finding fish guts inside secondary water sprinkler systems. The guys debate whether Utah could eventually become more like Arizona, talk about data centers draining resources, and unpack the strange balance between caring about the future while feeling like most problems are completely out of your control. Later in the episode, Alex gives a major update on his job search and opens up about losing confidence in selling marketing after seeing a client spend tens of thousands of dollars with little to show for it. That leads into one of the deeper conversations of the episode as the guys break down marketing psychology, why most ads fail, creating demand versus capturing demand, and how consumer behavior actually works behind the scenes. Of course, the episode wouldn’t be complete without a bunch of random detours. The guys debate ceramic coatings versus car wraps, dealership upsell scams, Costco mattress recommendations, fears of used furniture, overthinking hotel beds, relationship compromises, and whether AI is slowly becoming everyone’s therapist. As always, the conversation gets unexpectedly personal. Alex reflects on career uncertainty, learning how to stop chasing things that don’t fit, the importance of networking, and realizing that maybe growth is less about becoming someone new and more about figuring out who you already are. Whether you’re navigating change, rethinking your career, fascinated (or terrified) by AI, or simply trying to figure out your next move in life, Episode 168 is a reminder that sometimes the most important conversations happen in the middle of complete chaos. 00:32 World Cup Chatter 01:19 DoorDash World Cup Bet 03:56 UFC Night And Last Hurrah 04:41 Leaving Ogden Memories 06:43 Drought And Water Limits 09:00 Secondary Water Horror Stories 11:05 Politics Data Centers And AI 15:39 Using AI Every Day 19:20 Moving Help And Home Depot 21:35 Moving Hacks Leverage And Pulleys 22:32 Furniture Dump Or Replace 24:07 Germ Anxiety Confessions 25:20 Costco Couch Mattress Talk 25:51 Letting Others Decide 27:57 Sacrifice And Fairness 30:23 Back To Mattress Shopping 32:48 King Bed Space Problems 33:48 Job Interview Update 36:41 Why Selling Marketing Sucks 38:08 Big Client Flop Reality Check 42:52 Ceramic Coating Marketing Lessons 47:02 What Ceramic Coatings Actually Do 50:47 Ceramic Coating Benefits 51:28 Who Actually Buys Coatings 52:50 Dealership Add On Scams 54:55 Detailing Is Still Niche 55:59 Why Ads Feel Random 57:43 Marketing Funnel Explained 01:02:34 Google Ads vs Demand Creation 01:04:00 Agency Burnout and Pivot 01:04:45 Structure Self Awareness 01:06:25 Networking and The Optimizer 01:09:51 Hiring Lessons and References 01:14:45 Using AI for Decisions 01:17:50 AI Memory and Privacy Fears 01:19:06 Weekend Plans and Wrap Up