The Ruben and RyLee Podcast

Words Matter: Bullying, moving, and raising mixed race kids

In this episode Ruben and RyLee talk about the power of words, their move from Las Vegas to Utah, and the realities of raising mixed race kids. A real conversation about bullying, identity, and raising empathetic, kind humans.

Time Management, Being Late vs On Time, and Why Showing Up Matters

In this episode, Ruben and RyLee dive into the real-life importance of showing up—for your family, your friends, and the people who matter most. From the ongoing debate of being late vs. on time, to the deeper meaning behind “essentialism”, they unpack how time management impacts relationships, parenting, and everyday life. They share personal stories, honest perspectives, and practical insights on building trust, creating healthy habits, and why simply being present can make all the difference. If you’ve ever struggled with balancing schedules, running late, or wanting to be more intentional with your time, this episode is for you.

Raising Confident Kids

In this episode, Ruben and RyLee reflect on the impact one person can have—even though their degree of difficulty is high. They talk about learning to have empathy for others, the importance of kindness, and how small actions can leave a lasting legacy. They also share how they’re raising confident kids, teaching their daughters about their worth, and building emotional resilience at home. A meaningful conversation about parenting, empathy, and the kind of people we hope our kids become.

Family Vacations, Emotional Resilience, and Glimmers of Hope

Are family vacations really worth the time, money, and effort? In this episode, Ruben and RyLee dive into the real impact of family vacations on marriage, parenting, mental-health, and long-term relationships. With couples trips, friend trips, and extended family dynamics, we share our sweet and salty opinions on what makes intentional family time truly meaningful. We talk about building stronger family bonds, protecting your marriage during busy seasons, prioritizing scheduled family time, and why shared experiences matter more than perfect itineraries. If you’re passionate about marriage, parenting, relationship growth, and creating lasting memories with your kids, and each other, episode is for you.

Where Did All My Friends Go? Navigating Friendship in Adulthood

Adult friendships aren’t as easy as they used to be. In this episode of The Ruben & RyLee Podcast, we talk about the challenges of making friends as adults, navigate married couple friendships, and how to find new friends in this season of parenting and busy family life. We reminisce about old friendships, share what we’ve learned about staying in touch with friends who live far away, and talk honestly about the grace and hard work required to maintain meaningful adult friendships. If you’ve ever wondered why making friends as an adult feels complicated, this conversation is for you.