What happens when two young dads, fueled by coffee, tackle life's big questions, resolutions, and hobbies? This convo gets into Dom and Gabe building a life worth living in 2025. From rejecting the usual pitfalls of New Year’s resolutions to pursuing purposeful self-reflection, we share our insights on living "on purpose."
We touch on unexpected hobbies like cross-stitching, the power of eliminating distractions like phone notifications, and cultivating intentional actions that shape the soul. Dom and Gabe explore the movies, books, and games that inspire them, such as The Inheritance Games, Rogue Heroes, and Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. We stop to think on how media and art aren’t just escapes, but gateways.
As they tackle topics like self-discipline, creativity, and finding joy in the small moments, you're invited to join the conversation, rediscover lost interests, and create intentional habits that make life richer. Whether you're looking for inspiration or just two friends figuring things out, we plan to show up, chill out, and have fun each Mondays.
ABOUT THIS SHOW:
In a world where two young(ish) dads juggle careers, kids, and coffee, one burning question remains: why are we here, and what really matters? Every Monday morning, Dom and Gabe hunker down as professional hunter-blatherers, thinking out loud about everything from pet peeves to the stories that move us. Movies, novels, or video games, they’re ready to jam, fail spectacularly, and invite you to join in.
Armed with marketing smarts, a love of writing, and insatiable curiosity, these two dads dig into life’s big questions, fueled by laughter, honesty, and maybe too much fun. These convos about being Catholic, staying creative, and keeping that 100% survival rate intact-one week at a time. Pull up a chair, grab your mug, and see what happens when passion meets parenthood. Will they thrive or crash? Either way, it’s going to be a blast.
ABOUT DOM
Dom is a young dad, marketer, and storyteller with a passion for living life on purpose. He’s inspired by timeless truths found in both ancient traditions and creativity. With a knack for reflecting on the spiritual significance of everyday life, Dom is all about intentional living, feeding curiosity, and finding joy in the journey. dominicdesouza.com
ABOUT GABE @GabrielChabot
Gabe is a creative thinker, writer, and family man who balances fatherhood with his love for movies, books, and deep conversations. He's exploring hobbies like cross-stitching, simplifying his digital life, and diving into morning rituals like the Liturgy of the Hours. An avid reader and gamer, he’s constantly looking for ways to balance family, faith, and creativity in his journey of self-discovery.
📚 BOOKS
- The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes | www.amazon.com/Inheritance-Games-Jennifer-Lynn-Barnes/dp/0759555400
- The Winged Pharaoh by Joan Grant | www.goodreads.com/book/show/233907.The_Winged_Pharaoh
- The Red Tent by Anita Diamant | www.goodreads.com/book/show/4989.The_Red_Tent
- The Anxious Perfectionist by Clarissa W. Ong and Michael P. Twohig | www.amazon.com/Anxious-Perfectionist-CBT-Overcome-Self-Criticism/dp/1684037986
🎥 MOVIES & TV SHOWS
- While You Were Sleeping (1995) | www.imdb.com/title/tt0114924/
- Rogue Heroes (Series) | www.amazon.com/Rogue-Heroes-Season-1/dp/B0BLSXZ27W
- Good Mythical Morning (TH-cam Series) | th-cam.com/users/rhettandlink2
- Hamilton (Musical) | hamiltonmusical.com/
- Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971) | www.imdb.com/title/tt0067992/
🎮 GAMES
- Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom | www.zelda.com/tears-of-the-kingdom/
- Tiny Glade | www.playtinyglade.com/
- Kena: Bridge of Spirits | store.steampowered.com/app/1495060/Kena_Bridge_of_Spirits/
- Red Dead Redemption | www.rockstargames.com/reddeadredemption/
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Why We Launched a Show No One Asked For
1:18 - Balancing Parenting, Coffee, and Big Dreams
2:25 - Stop Hating Resolutions and Start Doing This
4:15 - Cross-Stitching Changed My Life (Yes, Really)
6:45 - How to Make Your Life “Unhackable”
9:33 - This Daily Ritual Will Transform Your Day
13:43 - The Secret to Living Life on Purpose
18:52 - A Mystery Novel That’ll Keep You Guessing
25:47 - How Rogue Heroes Rewrites War Drama
35:14 - Why Video Games Are More Than Just Fun
49:31 - Life Happens Now: Stop Waiting for “Someday”
1:04:25 - How Music Opened My Heart to Prayer
1:11:12 - What We Can Learn from Ancient Mysticism.