My book, "Looking at Forty", is out. See houstonbailey.com for details. Instead of an audiobook, I am releasing chapters here on the podcast.This chapter is called "April 14 / Be There". It is about how I learned a life lesson from merely sitt

Looking at Forty: A Most Meaningful Year, "My Birthday"

Jul 4th, 2020 6m 18s

My 1st book, "Looking at Forty", is out (or will be soon by the time you hear this). I went back and forth on doing an audiobook version, but decided to read/release chapters on the podcast. This will take longer to get the whole book out, but

Chasing a Dream

Jun 28th, 2020 58m 10s

This episode is a little different. But, I suppose most are. I borrow some audio from The Comprehensivists Podcast- a show I do with my main man Josh. In this episode, he interviews me about my goal of publishing my first book. This was fun, an

Winging It: What is Your Mission?

Jun 5th, 2020 6m 8s

Had the urge to record today, so I winged it. I, for whatever reason, miss being on Active Duty in the US military. Perhaps it was because I had a clear mission? What's your current mission?

A Conversation with a Great Friend

May 26th, 2020 1h 38m

This episode is a little different than the usual. I welcome my great, long time friend on for an interview. I pepper Dan Isaacson with around 75 questions, and it was fun. I got to know him a little better, even though I have known him for aro

Discussing the HOA- Now THIS is Midlife

May 21st, 2020 8m 1s

There is a local debate about the HOA during the pandemic. Should they reimburse some fees? Should we be happy with what they are still doing for us? The argument rages! Now this, this is midlife. Enjoy!

US-Cuba Relations: Part 5

May 16th, 2020 14m 24s

In this last part to the series, things between the US and Cuba remain...interesting. Some of the topics I discuss in Part 5 include eased travel restrictions, the retraction of those decisions, the Elian Gonzalez situation, opening of embassie

US-Cuba Relations: Part 4

May 16th, 2020 13m 37s

In part 4 of the 5 part series, I discuss topics and actions that span about 25 years. Some of these include immigration laws, the Mariel Boatlift, Radio Marti, the Special Period, Wet Foot/Dry Foot, and Cuba shooting down 2 humanitarian assist

US-Cuba Relations: Part 3

May 10th, 2020 11m 43s

I am doing a series of short episodes about the history of relations between the US and Cuba. In part 3, I cover parts of the embargo as well as the Cuban Missile Crisis. Things are getting intense! Enjoy...

US-Cuba Relations: Part 2

May 8th, 2020 15m 41s

I am doing a series of short episodes about the history of relations between the US and Cuba. In part 2, I cover from 1959 to the early 60s. Some fascinating topics in here, to include the Cuban Revolution and the Bay of Pigs fiasco. Enjoy!

Generalist vs. Specialist: a Conversation with Glenn Decker

May 6th, 2020 19m 45s

I got an email. It asked me for a topic that I was an "expert" on. It got me thinking. Today my good friend, Glenn Decker, joins us to discuss the pros and cons of being either a Generalist or a Specialist. Enjoy!

US-Cuba Relations: Part 1

May 5th, 2020 11m 31s

I'm doing something new (as usual). I am fascinated by the history of US-Cuba relations, so I am going to talk about it. I will break these into several parts, so that maybe you will keep listening. I am no expert on this topic, but maybe one d

Dog Walks and Flat Tires

May 4th, 2020 10m 42s

I got a flat tire yesterday, which is usually a bad experience. But I made the best out of it. I like to say I "found meaning in the mundane". I hope you enjoy. You can also ready my '5-minute blog' about the experience on my site. Thanks for

To Publish or Self-Publish...That is the Question

May 1st, 2020 9m 2s

I have written my 1st book. I may have an opportunity to get published. But is that a better route than self-publishing? Would love to hear from authors out there!

I Love New Orleans

Apr 26th, 2020 6m 9s

I love New Orleans. There is just something about it. You know the feeling. I wrote a '5-minute blog' about it and wanted to discuss. Enjoy!

Apr 25th, 2020 6m 4s

This is an intro to the podcast. Things will change, to include titles, topics, and thoughts.If you want to start, just start. That is what I did today. #Go