Split Decisions
57 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsWe are Pete and Lily Muniz, we've been married for forty seven years and in our podcasts we will use our shared experiences as lifetime sweethearts on many topics. We have been educators, a life coach, a school administrator, teachers, political junkies, dance and music enthusiasts as well as share a love for traveling the world. We also love chess, paddleball, tennis, yoga and many other interests. Our podcasts will mainly discuss politics, relationships, current events, family, friends, movies, concerts,TV shows and of course personal stories from Pete and Lily. We hope you enjoy our new passion and feel free to leave your comments and feedback. We would love to hear from you!
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Episodes
Remembering Pete
September 27, 2021 23:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBIn this podcast episode, I break our silence and share the details of the passing of Pete Muniz - my father.
Split Decisions-Season 3
January 17, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBThe new Split Decisions team comes together for their first collaboration !
2020 in Review
January 04, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBThe Split Decisions team discuss their ups and downs during 2020. Jason, Genese and Pete pour their hearts out and tears flowed again.
Effective Teaching during the Pandemic
November 29, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBPete and Jason interview star teachers in Broward County as they discuss how to reach students and effectively teach the curriculum.
Post Election Coverage
November 08, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBThe Split Decisions team discuss the 2020 election. The path to victory, the anxiety of Election Night and the Euphoria of winning. Republicans are not all bad!
Memories of Lily Muñiz
October 24, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 72 MBThe Split Decisions team call on family, and friends to share their thoughts and memories of how Lily impacted their lives.
METAMORPHOSIS
October 11, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 49 MBThe Split Decisions team welcomes Aida Morgano to the show. You can go on Facebook and find lots of pearls of wisdom on the Metamorphosis page. The words and phrases will touch your heart and fill your soul.
From Good to Great the Men
September 21, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBPete and Jason chat with former Indian Ridge Middle School students who were either Chess or Debate stars.
TELL ME A STORY
September 15, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 76.5 MBMatt Sherwood joins the Split Decisions team to tell their life story in the lyrics of 20 songs.
TELL ME YOUR STORY
September 07, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 80.8 MBThis week Pete, Jason, Genese and Matt try to tell their life stories in the lyrics of the songs that had the most impact in their lives. The stories are funny, sad and most of all heartfelt. The Split Decisions team is very proud of this episode!
Another Oakland Daughter!
August 14, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBPete & Jason interview Azucena (Azu) Rasilla, Oakland Resident, Journalist and author of 101 things to love about Oakland.
You Haven't Done Nothing
August 09, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBPete, Genese and Jason talk about the pandemic, returning to schools and how their lives continue to evolve in these unprecedented times.
IT WASN'T ME
July 19, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBGenese, Jason and Pete finally talk politics and the ramifications of the coronavirus. They hold nothing back!
Friend, and Chosen Family...
June 21, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBToday Pete and Jason interview Erika Gucfa. Erika is the Head of Private Market Strategy at a major firm. Erika and Jason attended Syracuse university together. She discusses her climb to the top and the fun times at Syracuse.
The Tables Have Turned!
June 08, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBJason Muniz and Matt Sherwood put Pete Muniz in the hot seat. They pepper him with questions about his DJ days, College days and his views on life.
From Good to Great
May 17, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBThe Split Decisions crew interview Caitlyn Dang and Hannah Krohn . Caitlyn just graduated from Harvard and Hannah is now in her senior year at UC Berkley. The girls talk about their middle school years as star debaters and chess players. They discuss the pitfalls of college life and their futures.
Happy Mother's Day
May 09, 2020 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBPete, Jason and Genese discuss past mothers' days and the influence each mom has had in their lives. Funny stories, sad stories and most of all heartwarming stories.
IS THERE A DOCTOR IN THE HOUSE?
April 26, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBGenese, Jason and Pete interview Dr. Derek Hall educator in Maryland. Dr. Hall discusses his early childhood in the Bronx and all of the obstacles he had to face and overcome.
George & Olivia Vega
April 12, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBToday Pete and Jason Interview world travelers George and Olivia Vega. Olivia was Lily's School Principal for almost 20 years. They discuss education and how today's teachers are coping with classroom issues.
Reinaldo Marcus Green
March 29, 2020 18:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBToday all of our hosts get to interview Reinaldo Green movie director of Monsters and Men who discusses his latest projects and his journey to become a top-flight director. Reinaldo just happens to be the godson of Pete Muniz.
Pandemic Paranoia
March 23, 2020 00:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBPete discusses the impact of the Coronavirus with Jason Muniz and Matt Sherwood. Today's chat takes place in 3 separate time zones. Florida, California and Vietnam.
Our New Cohost Genese Lapaix
March 15, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBPete introduces the new co-host of Split Decisions, Genese Lapaix. In today's episode, they discuss how Pete & Genese met and how she was selected to co-host the show.
Another Love Story
February 21, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBToday Pete chats with Richard Le Pore as they discuss the love story of Richard and his wife Hermine. She passed away on September 25, 2019.
BI-COASTAL
February 01, 2020 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBPete introduces his new co-host Jason Muñiz. They talk Superbowl, Kobe, and Pete's 90 day report card.
Matt Sherwood from Vietnam
January 20, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBPete does his first remote interview chatting with Matt Sherwood directly from Vietnam.
The Third Split
January 01, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MBPete and Jason discuss Lily and Pete's 3rd split. They detail how the split happened and read various poems about their relationship throughout the years. A hopeful ending to the trilogy.
Season One Highlights
December 22, 2019 16:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBPete does his annual top 10 movie reviews Pete reviews this season's top episode Pete thanks friends and family for their contributions to Lil's favorite charities.
In Her Own Words
December 08, 2019 21:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBPete, Nicole Marengo and Lily Marengo share some of Lily Muniz' passion for words, poetry and life.
Money, Religion, Politics
December 02, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBPete chats with his goddaughters Kelisa Felice and Nicole Marengo. Thanksgiving dinner conversations about the taboo subjects which should not be discussed.
A Million Little Things
November 18, 2019 19:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBPete discusses his recent Thank You Tour and the little secrets he found on his adventure. He relates comments and a advice from family and friends as to how he should move on from the loss of his beloved lily Muniz.
You Should Be Dancing, Yeah.
November 10, 2019 21:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBPete chats with Jody and David Hesseltine. They talk dancing, cruising and how much fun it is sharing life together.
Happy Birthday, My Friend For a Lifetime
November 07, 2019 19:00 - 9 minutes - 6.89 MBPete discusses his Friend for a Lifetime poems dedicated to his son Jason.
And Then There Was One
October 31, 2019 21:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBPete and Jason talk about the events of Lily's passing. They talk about how the family handled the situation. They talk about the future and plans for the future of life without Lil.
Reason, Season,Lifetime
October 12, 2019 21:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBPete is riding solo for this episode. He is talking about the people in his life who were sent to him for a reason, a season and a lifetime. Emotionally moving listening to Pete cry again!
Yes! We Care.
September 22, 2019 01:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBPete and Lily chat with Veronica and Derron who were Pete's caretakers while he was getting his radiation therapy. Veronica and her team were so skilled and talented in their jobs , they inspired us to have this chat with them on their trajectory to this career choice and what keeps them so positive and uplifting during their workdays.
Man on a Mission...A Military story.
September 16, 2019 00:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBFormer serviceman Nelson Hernandez speaks about his mission to uncover his grandfather's, Felix Nelson Hernandez', World War 2 service record, medals and awards.The challenges he has encountered and his reasons for this endeavor.
And Then You Cry...Again
September 10, 2019 01:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode Pete and Lily talk about Pete's prostate cancer radiation treatments.He goes into detail about how he found out about the progression of his cancer and how he dealt with the 38 treatments he received. Today,9/9/19 he celebrates his final session.
School Daze
August 25, 2019 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBPete and Lily have a candid conversation with very intelligent and accomplished teenage sisters Rylin and Susan. They talk abut what it's like to be a teen today, its advantages as well as perils.
Jack Talks Politics! Part 2
August 21, 2019 17:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBJack tells us how he REALLY feels about our current president. Don't miss this one!
You Don't Know Jack?! Part 1
August 21, 2019 17:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBPete and Lily chat with Jack Handburg, one of Pete's paddleball buddies, who after a long life has had many interesting experiences and stories to tell. This is the first of a two part chat.
The Second Split!
August 12, 2019 01:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBPete and Lily discuss the second time their marriage broke up after hurricane Gloria in 1985. Some juicy tidbits, so take a listen!
Therapy? But you're not crazy!
August 06, 2019 01:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBPete starts with a commentary on current events. Close your ears if you can't handle the truth. Lily then talks about her experiences with psychotherapy and it ends with movie reviews and silliness.
Just Chillin'
July 29, 2019 01:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBPete and Lily comment about the podcast episodes they have recorded to date and also review some of the movies they have seen lately.
The Haunting of #5 Kenwood Drive
July 22, 2019 01:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBPete and Lily tell the story of their dream house in Middletown, New Jersey and how they didn't stay very long... for VERY good reasons. Listen and be entertained!
Moody's Mood
July 14, 2019 16:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBPodcaster Evan Moody sits down with Pete Muniz to discuss sports education and politics.
November 18, 2007
July 02, 2019 02:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBPete, Lily, and Jason discuss the day Pete had his heart attack in 2007. New insights are shared by each.
Teachers' Summer Break
June 29, 2019 16:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBThree brilliant young educators, Kanika Frazier-Wright, Genese Lapaix and Jason R. Muniz, share their passion for education as well as the various school systems they are presently active in, some life experiences and also the joys of parenthood.
Wine, Don't Whine!
June 18, 2019 20:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBToday Pete and Lily interview Certified Sommelier Heather O'Sullivan, who also happens to be their daughter-in-law. Heather will discuss how she became interested in the wine industry, the differences between varietals and she will even do some wine tasting with her hosts!
B'klyn In 'Da House Mike Dembin Interview
June 06, 2019 21:00 - 1 hour - 29.4 MBMichael Dembin, Host of Mike D TV on Facebook, star paddleball player, consummate educator and storyteller, tells us about his experiences growing up in Brooklyn, New York, playing paddleball, life in Florida as an educator and much more.
Getting Old Ain't for Sissies
June 03, 2019 23:00 - 34 minutes - 15.7 MBIn this episode Lily and Pete talk about the current issues of ageing. They discuss illnesses and some of the challenges they have had and how they have coped with them.