Rafael’s Big Talks
57 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 1 year ago -Every episode contained in my podcast will give you a chance to look inside your soul and say “I will do whatever it takes to reach my goals”, you will activate the urge to self improve your life and improve your mentality towards success. Everyone is welcome to join this journey of mine because I want to show people and myself the potential we all have to get after our goals and continuously work hard every day. Will you be willing to join my journey?
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Rafael's Big Talks EP 61 : Challenged myself to go a month without pot
April 27, 2023 09:00 - 15 minutes - 7.6 MBHello all, for the last couple of weeks I went through a challenge by abstaining from weed from March 19th until April 19th. For this edition EP 61, I will share with you some of the things I realized and what I've experienced during this journey. One thing I plan on doing for sure is implement this challenge (no pot) for next month (May) and also go through a dry month (no alcohol) it may seem daunting at 1st but it is possible, just can't get lost in the noise. --- Send in a voice mess...
Rafael's Big Talks EP 60 : Quick Ramble
January 18, 2023 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBWelcome to 2023 everyone, for today's episode will just be a quick ramble about my life and other things going on as well. Also give tips for those who have office jobs about how to keep active despite having to sit during your working hours. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Rafael's Big Talks EP 59 : Never Let Anyone Dim Down Your Confidence
December 07, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 9.12 MBNever ever let anyone discredit your confidence, use your confident aura as a superpower to push through your projects, assignments and your way of life in order to be successful. As always thank you for tuning in to Rafael's Big Talks EP 59. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Rafael's Big Talks EP 58: You are the CEO of your own Life!
November 16, 2022 10:30 - 15 minutes - 14.8 MB*This episode is a serious one since there will be no background music* Imagine yourself as a Stock. Your name is the ticker, your physical/mental self as the brand, and the people around you and the habits you do in life will determine whether your stock will rise or crash. The way how you make sure your stock will rise or crash is by the executive decisions you make in life. Which makes you the CEO of your own life. It is time to make "tough executive decisions" in your life in order to t...
RBT EP 57 : The Power of Going Out On Your Own
November 02, 2022 09:30 - 9 minutes - 8.77 MBYou ever been out with your group of friends and you see a restaurant that you want to try; or lets say your in a bar or club setting and you see someone who you want to know whether for business/networking reasons or looking for a friendship/relationship; or there's an intriguing spot in the city that you want come in and check it out; Unfortunately whenever we are out with a group of people we can never get our way all the times since the consensus may work against your favor. I am here to...
Rafael's Big Talks Ep 56 : Back from my hiatus!!!!
October 26, 2022 09:30 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBIt been a long time coming but I am finally back for good into the world of podcasting. First and foremost I hope all of my listeners have been kicking life's ass and continuously striving day in and day out. Life has been a transition for me from getting educated by professors to now "life" being my permanent teacher in this game of life. For today's episode I would love to fill you in the things going on in my life and the drastic changes from living on campus to living with my parents. We...
Where have I been at & why I am off of social media
December 22, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 12.9 MBSheesh, it's been since October 6th that I have dropped an episode but don't worry people I am still here alive and strong. Like I said before you gotta make sacrifices in life and for me right now I am putting school (Classes, Mentoring, and Ambassadorship) and my RE (real estate courses) over my brand for the time being. For today's 55th episode I will be discussing about where I have been for the past 1-2 months and the ventures I've been getting myself into. For part 2 I will explain why...
My thoughts on Red Pill and MGTOW
November 01, 2021 22:00 - 11 minutes - 5.45 MBIt seems to me that our generation of men and the generation below us is gravitating towards topic like "being red pill" or how to become an "Alpha male" etc. Funny part is that, I was a member in that community until I realized how it was effecting the way I viewed the world and women as well. Now there are topics within this community that has helped me out for example "Go to the gym, dress up to par, put yourself 1st, be confident, and worry about your finances." To a certain extent it ca...
Catching Up & what it's like being 1st Generation Student
September 29, 2021 22:00 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MBYou gotta make sacrifices in life and realize what's tremendously important. That's how I've been for the past few months in my relationship with school and my podcast. I hope everyone has been amazing and great; my life has only been involved in kicking school's ass for the very last time until I get out into the real world. As of today I finally had the privilege to make time for Rafael's Big Talks and for you guys as well. For today's topic, I will spend some time catching up with you guy...
Let’s finish strong class of 22’ and congratulations class of 25’ for becoming college students 🎓
August 12, 2021 23:00 - 9 minutes - 8.5 MBIn this episode we will talk about class of 22’ and the incoming class of 25’ 🎓. I remember telling myself during our summer orientation in 18’ that getting to 2022 would be a dragging experience; and here we are getting into our final 1st semester as college students 🥂, I believe that must be the same mindset that the incoming class of 25’ have so far but let me tell you hang on tight because within the next 4 years time will fly by and it is up to you to take advantage of everything your u...
Rafael's Big Talks Ep L (50) (Special Edition)✔️
July 26, 2021 23:00 - 42 minutes - 20 MBWell my amazing listeners and viewers, our journey has hit a milestone of 50 consecutive episodes (Audio & Video) This edition will be featured with Quincy L, Matt P, and Zai. Over here on Rafael's Big Talks, we "Are home to the Outspoken" we actually take the time to introduce different people and listen to their different perspectives/ideas on life and also what are their goals to become successful in their lives; you know like they always say, "Everyone's path towards Success is Differe...
Let The People Crown You👑🤴
June 29, 2021 23:00 - 7 minutes - 3.82 MBA king and a queen never goes around to the village to exert their position, the village crowns the king and queen 👑 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
#YODO (You only die once) 🦾
June 28, 2021 23:00 - 7 minutes - 3.74 MBIn my opinion, “YODO” should replace “YOLO”; you only die once in this life, you have the privilege to live each and everyday for the better or worst. It is all up to you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
How to deal with break ups 💔
June 24, 2021 21:00 - 11 minutes - 5.64 MB1. Reflect 2. Be around your friends 3. Become comfortable being on your own 4. Work on yourself 5. Don’t force the “moving on” phase to be quick (give yourself time) 6. Do not talk to your ex These are the things I wish someone told me 😅, but now y’all know 😉 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Where have I been for the past 2 weeks 🧐😅? (Happy Father’s Day 👨🏻)
June 21, 2021 21:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBFor the past 2 weeks I’ve been on campus (MSMU) working as a orientation leader for the incoming freshman class of ‘25. My experiences with connecting, getting to know parents and students, and also giving pointers to the 1st Gen breakout session has been a terrific time. On this episode I talk about Father’s Day, my experience as a orientation leader, and I give out advice for college students who are part of the 1st generation group. 1st generation student means that neither your parents ha...
Book Review: "Way Of The Superior Man"
June 02, 2021 21:00 - 10 minutes - 4.82 MBOn this edition of Rafael's Big Talks, we will be reviewing another book by the name of, "Way Of The Superior Man" by David Deida. This book isn't your typical "Redpill" bullshit you'd hear on YouTube about "female nature" or etc. This book focuses on the gift you can provide for the world as a man and the gifts you can provide for your wife, girlfriend, friends, family, and most importantly to your life as well. It tells you how masculine energy complements feminine energy and same goes vic...
Book Review: "The Greatest Salesman in the World"- OG Mandino
June 01, 2021 19:00 - 18 minutes - 8.97 MBFor this amazing episode XLIII (43), we will be doing our very 1st book review. This book by OG Mandino is an eyeopening, amazing, and a dissecting read. The book speaks on a successful man (Hafid) who owned a very profitable trading empire, he was coming to retirement and is giving back his wealth to his associates and he is going to give majority of his empire to his best friend (Erasmus). The bookkeeper (Erasmus) was confused and started to question Hafid. Eventually Hafid gives his reaso...
The evolution of money 💶💸💵💴💷
May 26, 2021 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.55 MBOver the course of history, money started out as goods; cattle, food, and etc had value. Then that’s when the coins came in, then people wanted currency to become more centralized; that’s when the paper dollar bill came out. Human nature as we know it is always in evolution, what will be next for currency? Will it be cryptocurrency🤔 we will be talking about a little bit of stocks as well 😉 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Go on a walk, if your struggling with weed create a system, finish the semester Strong
May 06, 2021 21:00 - 14 minutes - 24.3 MBOn this edition of Rafael’s Big Talks EP XLI; we will have 3 phases: the 1st phase we will spend talking about going on a walk to feel in peace with yourself and your daily journey (1:38) the 2nd phase will be about creating a system in order for you to decrease your weed intake (if you are struggling 6:01) and the 3rd phase will be about all of us in school, we are in the last few weeks of school so let’s finish this semester strong (12:45) Let’s Fuckin Get It 😈🦾 --- Send in a voice messa...
My thoughts on EDP getting caught/my thoughts on pedophilia
April 23, 2021 21:00 - 12 minutes - 6.09 MBWhen you play stupid games, you win stupid prizes 😹 https://youtu.be/qclaAQ1ktZw --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
It could all be worse 🤯
April 22, 2021 22:00 - 6 minutes - 6.03 MBYou wanna know what is the biggest privilege life can give us? Is the fact that we can fuckin get up every morning and start life all over again, do some changes 😈 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Wins 🏆 & Lessons 📝
April 13, 2021 23:00 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBLife as we know it, has trade offs. When we win the trade off is we become confident, successful, happy, we gain value, but we can become complacent. When we lose, we learn lessons, feedback, we strategize, and we become prepared. Fuck wins and loses. Let’s Win and Learn Lessons --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
(Men) Watch who you date😎🧐
March 31, 2021 23:00 - 13 minutes - 6.56 MBFellas you have the right to pick and choose, apparently society isn't fond of men dating multiple women nowadays and I am here to tell you, that is straight up BS!!! As long as you are on your shit and always do what you have to do, you have the right to pick and choose. Now that being said, you also have to scope these ladies out; dissect their personality, mindset, goals, cooperativeness, their likes and dislikes. Don't just let any women in your life due to the superficial reasons, ask t...
Respect Or Love 🧐
March 22, 2021 21:00 - 9 minutes - 4.66 MBHaven’t you realized when you ask people what love is they’ll be like 🧐... but when you ask people what respect is, you’ll get answers instantly. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Male Body Positivity Movement 🦾
March 18, 2021 21:00 - 10 minutes - 5.06 MBResearch conducted by “WebMd” claims that’s 20% to 40% of men/gay men fret about their physique. For example Muscles, Lean, Height, the size of our Phallus, and sometimes finances come into play. We must begin to realize that men do feel insecure about our bodies sometimes, it’s just not showcased on mainstream media. Fellas, we must begin to become comfortable in our own bodies and also figure out ways to work with what we go so we can put it into action when we go to the gym or exercise in ...
College Students, Seek Counseling if you need it 🧐🤯
March 17, 2021 20:00 - 7 minutes - 3.92 MBAfter today’s session with my counselor, I was thinking in my head like, “wow, this is actually very helpful.” Seeking counseling doesn’t make you “Crazy” it is evidence that you are in tune with your mind you fully understand that you want to talk to someone who is neutral and eventually you and the counselor will come up with ways to counteract your current situation. We all need it, even when we don’t notice it. 🦾🧱 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dav...
The current Mount situation with Professor JH article about Trump and Capital Riots
March 03, 2021 22:00 - 12 minutes - 5.9 MBYou like to say we are a “liberal arts university” then let’s not be afraid and talk about the real problem 🤯😤 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Men deserve Credit
February 27, 2021 17:28 - 13 minutes - 6.74 MBIn a gynocentric world we live in, a man can work hard, grind, do great things for his life and is shamed when he decides to think for himself and not settle for less. Women can have all the preferences (6 ft, 6 figures, etc) but when a man says his preferences, he is ultimately “Shamed” --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/david-claros/message
We must start asking, “what has happened you?” Instead of, “what is wrong with you?” ✔️
February 18, 2021 00:00 - 10 minutes - 4.95 MBShout out to my Human Service Professor for giving me the idea of creating this topic into a gift for you guys. In order to address a traumatic situation with people, we must figure out the “Genesis” over the current situation ✔️ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Quit over indulging "The Red Pill" Fellas (RAW)
February 11, 2021 00:00 - 12 minutes - 6.05 MBI advocate for self improvement, expanding your brand, and becoming a highly desirable man; But when it revolves around women constantly instead trying to dissect yourself as man, that's when it can become a problem 🤕 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
What is toxic masculinity 🧐🤨?
February 05, 2021 00:00 - 9 minutes - 4.74 MBWe live in a society today where people easily flaunt the word “toxic masculinity” and point it in the direction of males 9 times out of 10. Before we point or accuse a male of having these toxic traits. We must realize what actually defines a male with toxic traits✔️ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
My 1st relationship & Reflections ❤️
January 30, 2021 01:00 - 24 minutes - 11.9 MB5 things to know before getting into a long term relationship: 1. Always remember you have a life ✔️ 2. If the argument is like a game of pingpong "Walk Away" ✔️ 3. Don't be a "Yes Man" ✔️ 4. Erase all expectations & and go with the flow ✔️ 5. Don't rely on (him/her) for your own happiness ✔️ These are the five things I can personally pick up from my 1st long term relationship 🌹 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Cherish your loved ones (Raw)
January 07, 2021 23:00 - 6 minutes - 3.28 MBThis episode will be an emotional one, no lie before recording this sorta cried a bit. After seeing yesterday’s events it correlates to what I spoke about before, we gotta start living with an open heart. If crazy people are able to break into the capital yesterday, anything is possible in life. Cherish your old man and your old woman because life at this point, you must always expect the unexpected (raw) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/me...
Thoughts about yesterday’s occurrence in DC (Raw)
January 07, 2021 22:00 - 15 minutes - 7.67 MBInstead of worrying about your president not winning, worry about stuff that really needs to be spoken and put into action. America right now is currently suffering COVID, racial tensions, police brutality, poverty, and most importantly politicians who don’t give a damn (Raw) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
2020 Realizations
January 05, 2021 22:00 - 9 minutes - 4.58 MBWe all remember how the beginning of 2020 felt like, it was the beginning of a new decade, a fresh start, just brute optimism all over the air; everyone ready to get after and tackle their goals/resolutions for the year. And then the “unthinkable” happens, America has gotten covid, and society has been going at it in each other's throat for political reasons and issues that remain occuring in society. All of this happens and the majority of us begin to feel let down, discouraged, disinflate...
Let go of the things you can't control
December 18, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 3.82 MBLife isn't quicksand, life is meant for you to let go of the things that aren't serving you well; things that become a liability to you. Don't be stuck on the things that you can't control or things that aren't important. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Enjoy the Lonely Journey
December 05, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 3.6 MBI hear you, I understand you; the path to the top can be a lonely one. Enjoy being untamable temporarily. Enjoy getting small wins and celebrate with yourself because soon, there will be like minded people in your life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Embrace being single Gents!
December 04, 2020 00:00 - 14 minutes - 6.94 MBFor my gents who are currently single right now, "embrace the hell out of it." Enjoy yourself, get to figure out your identity, set goals to accomplish, and just ultimately strive to be your better self everyday. You are in the best position right now believe it or not so don't let anyone stunt your growth. To the fellas who are in LTR (long term relationships) no hard feelings but just one question, If your girl left you, what is one thing you will miss about her???? --- Send in a voice ...
Your V-card shouldn't dictate your Manhood
November 12, 2020 22:00 - 9 minutes - 4.79 MBIn a hyper-sexualized world, men are validated by the amount of times they get laid or if they ever had sex before. In reality, our manhood should be dictated by the things we strive for everyday in order to improve ourselves. The man who can conquer his sexual desires is a man who can conquer anything. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Quick Ramble
November 04, 2020 22:00 - 17 minutes - 8.75 MBQuick and Raw ramble about the current affairs --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
"The only real competition in life is You Vs You"
October 27, 2020 17:00 - 13 minutes - 6.43 MBFor some reason ladies and gents, we are caught up with other peoples blessings, or wins and we get into a competitive mindset instantly or we become envious at times. We must realize we have 2 wolves fighting within us, the real competition is within ourselves. It Is the battle whether you continue or stop procrastinating, it is the battle whether you want to begin winning and become 1% percentage better than the day before or you just choose to waste the day away bullshittin. We all have th...
Everyone should be going to the gym/exercising for their well being
October 15, 2020 16:00 - 15 minutes - 7.39 MBOur depression/anxiety levels are going through the roof since the pandemic. 22.8% of Americans are currently experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety, mainly adults in ages of 18-29; which is us. We gotta take our mental health into account more than ever during these times and figure out ways to get out of the rut and become active; which can develop a positive way of living physically and most importantly mentally as well. Which is why I give the choice to go to the gym/exercised a...
The State of Men 2020
October 07, 2020 17:30 - 13 minutes - 6.47 MBMen have lost their identity and it is very frightening --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
5 things you should do during these times
October 07, 2020 17:00 - 9 minutes - 4.45 MBThis episode will be short and sweet, I’ll be giving you 5 things you should do during these tumultuous times we are living. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Delay the Gratification
September 23, 2020 18:00 - 13 minutes - 6.28 MBHow long are willing to wait, & grind to get to you what you want. Are you willing to put business 1st over pleasure? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Jacob Blake & Police Shootings
August 28, 2020 17:00 - 15 minutes - 2.8 MBAll I gotta say is, I am entitled to my opinion just as everyone else is. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
My thoughts on the Beirut Explosion 🤔
August 05, 2020 21:05 - 11 minutes - 2.17 MBWith the things we see in life right now, we shouldn’t take life for granted any more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
"Invest more Time and Energy towards your life"
August 05, 2020 16:00 - 15 minutes - 2.93 MBAll of us right now should take the time to think about the long term plans for our life and begin putting 'time' and 'energy' to lay down our secure foundation. Time for fun will always be there, but the time to put yourself 1st and set your foundation for success is limited. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Why you should strive to become the Best 💪🏽
June 29, 2020 16:30 - 15 minutes - 2.96 MBThis spontaneous episode is just like the other one, Raw 100%. You can become the best at anything you want to do and what you put your mind too; the real question is; do you want to become the best? What drives you? What keeps that fire ignited forever? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/message
Why I do what I do
June 26, 2020 17:00 - 14 minutes - 2.71 MBThis 8th episode of mine will be a little different. This one took no preparation just straight out the dome 100%. I personally feel like I’ve never had the chance to fully express the reasons behind creating my podcast and why I’ve been on this path of self improvement and why I want others to hop on it as well. So here it is, I hope you guys enjoy this episode and as always let’s keep that chart going up 📈 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-claros/...