Thoughts for SAL
Join host Chris Wszalek as he shares his thoughts, opinions, and experiences of being a girl dad, raising three little girls, Sophie, Ava, and Leah (SAL). The goal is for these episodes to serve as an audio diary for his kids, now and in the future. As well as provide entertainment, and life perspectives to any listener.
Episodes
28 episodes
Girl Dad POV
In this episode Chris discuss his point of view on 3 different aspects of being a Girl Dad. Listen now to hear bout challenges from SAL that surprise him and have changed his thought process on being a parent.
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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26:39
Grandpa Jerry
In this episode Chris has his Dad, SAL's Grandpa, Jerry joins the show. The plan is to talk about grandparenting , but the episode shifts to being a dynamic conversation with Grandpa Jerry. There are plenty of laughs, heartwarming advice, and a...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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37:22
Student Loans
In this episode Chris discusses student loan debt in out country. The details of the repayment pause that started during COVID, the proposal to forgive $10k for each borrower, and his personal experience with income base repayment and public se...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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25:21
The Big Move - Part II
A surprise part II episode about the move to Nashville brings on special guest and oldest daughter Sophie to rebuttal some of the thoughts her parents shared in part I. Listen to Sophie describe how the move has made her feel as well as s...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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29:56
The Big Move - Part I
Season 2 is Here! We are kicking off the new season of Thought for SAL with some bug news to share. The Wszalek's are moving to Nashville, TN. In this episode Chris and his special guest, his wife Jessica, discuss the process of making this dec...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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36:40
Christmas in July
In this week's episode Chris discuss the shift in seasonal products in retail stores. It is not just you, seasonal product timelines have been moving forward to put these items on display earlier. But Why? Listen now to find out more...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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24:04
Let's Go to the Mall
Chris is joined by his wife Jessica to talk about the state of the shopping mall. In this episode they share their memories of going to malls when they were striving in the past, the current landscape, and the trends for what the future. may ho...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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30:22
Hi-di-ho, Neighbor!
In this episode Chris talks about neighbors and neighborhoods. He will discuss growing up in a very dynamic neighborhood where neighbors genuinely enjoyed spending time together; versus the modern day neighborhood experience. Do fences make goo...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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24:29
This is Halloween!
In this episode the entire Thoughts for SAL family joins host Chris Wszalek to discuss their Halloween activities for 2022. Come to hear the family traditions, but stay to hear how much chaos any conversation is with all three kids at once! Ple...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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19:27
This is the Good Old Days
In this episode we talk about if only we knew these were the "good old days," while we were in them. Chris also shares his favorite year of his life so far and what made it an important year. Reach out to the show and share what your favorite y...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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21:28
Cold and Flu Season
In this episode Chris shares his experience of going through Cold and Flu Season each year with 3 little kids. What are the real challenges, what can cause anxiety, and what has given him PTSD that comes back every time SAL is ill.
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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22:16
Relationship Quiz
In this episode Chris welcomes back his partner Jessica to the show as they participate in a Relationship Quiz to see after over 15 years together who really knows the other better. There will definitely be some surprises not only for SAL...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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39:33
Choose Love
In this episode we discuss choosing love through random acts of kindness and the art of compassion. This may be the most important message we can share with SAL, but it is also important for everyone.
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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28:14
Live in the Moment
In this episode we look at the idea, and suggestion to live in the moment. Technology and smart gadgets are all around us, and they can literally be a part of every moment of our day. We take a deeper look at some of the challenges associ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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23:36
Ava interviews Ms. Christine
As the kids go back to school this week it seemed to be appropriate timing to invite Ava's nursery school teacher, Ms. Christine, to the show. Ava originally asked to interview Ms. Christine in the Audio Time Capsule Episode, as she selec...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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24:12
How's it Going?
In this episode we discuss one of the most common greetings in American Culture - "How's it Going? "Have you ever considered what the most common responses to this question are? Have you ever had someone give you a much deeper response than you...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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18:52
Things we say to our kids that we never thought we would
In this episode host Chris Wszalek and guest star Jessica Wszalek share a top 10 list of "Things we say to our kids that we never thought we would." This list is inspired by the responses they give SAL (Sophie, Ava, and Leah) due to their behav...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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25:32
OMG Acronyms!
Acronyms are a major part of all aspects of society, and the volume seems to grow all the time. Join me for a look into acronyms, abbreviations, and shorthand messaging. I will share with SAL the good, bad, and ugly of acronyms IMO. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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16:59
Career Coaching and Mentoring
In this episode we welcome career advisor Anand Samuel to the show to provide career, and job search advice. We discuss the best ways to connect with employers, how to stand out when applying, and the current job market in the US. We also talk ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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34:33
Audio Time Capsule with SAL
In this episode, host Chris Wszalek catches up with the namesakes of the show Sophie, Ava, and Leah. They record a time capsule of what the girls like best in summer 2022 that they can go back and listen to in the future. Come for the attitude ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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26:34
The Birth Stories of SAL
In this episode Chris shares the pregnancy and birth stories of SAL from the point of view of the dad, or support person. This episode is dedicated SAL's Mom Jessica in honor of her heroic accomplishment of birthing these three girls.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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46:19
Buffalo Sports Fanatics - Part II
On this episode Chris hosts a panel of Buffalo Sports Fanatics to share with SAL why they are such diehard buffalo sports fans. They attempt to explain how the Buffalo professional sports teams are a huge part of their lives as well as the enti...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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25:57
Buffalo Sports Fanatics - Part I
On this episode Chris hosts a panel of Buffalo Sports Fanatics to share with SAL why they are such diehard buffalo sports fans. They attempt to explain how the Buffalo professional sports teams are a huge part of their lives as well as the enti...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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28:02