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It’s Friday on Carpooling with Paul, and today’s ride hits two speeds—full throttle and slow it down.

Paul talks about the NFL Draft—breaking down the #1 pick, Fernando Mendoza, his journey from overlooked recruit to top selection by the Las Vegas Raiders, and the real challenge young players face when money, pressure, and fame hit all at once.

Plus: quick thoughts on the Miami Dolphins, draft strategy debates, and why being a fan sometimes means just hanging on for the ride.

🚗 Short commute. Real talk.
🎧 Hit play, ride along, and head into the weekend with a better mindset.

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This week on Jams ‘N’ Cocktails, Brad Brock and the crew dive into one of the most controversial questions in music and pop culture: can you separate the art from the artist? From iconic hitmakers to deeply troubling criminal cases, the episode puts legendary figures on trial—examining both their influence and their darkest moments.

With Jordyn Taylor and Derek Zugel joining the discussion, the episode blends humor, debate, and raw honesty as each case unfolds. From Diddy and R. Kelly to lesser-known but shocking stories, the conversation challenges listeners to decide for themselves: when the truth comes out, does the music still hit the same—or does everything change?

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Is Thursday really “Little Friday”… or are we just trying to survive the week?

On today’s Carpooling with Paul, Paul checks in from the I-95 commute in South Florida and gets real about burnout, routines, and the idea of “me time” — do we actually take it, or just pretend we do?

From bad highway merging to missed dentist appointments, Earth Day reflections to staying consistent with daily habits, this episode is a raw, honest ride through the chaos of everyday life. Plus, a heads up on the upcoming Riffs & Rhythms live stream—and the helmet debate that’s blowing up online.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or just trying to make it to Friday… this one’s for you.

🚗 Ride along. Reset your mindset. And maybe take that walk.

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On this midweek commute down I-95, Paul dives into a topic we all deal with—but don’t always talk about: work friendships.

From 20+ year connections to the fine line between friendship and professionalism, is having close friends at work a game-changer… or a potential risk?

Paul shares real-life perspective on trust, boundaries, leadership challenges, and why having “your people” at work might be more important than you think.

🚗 Quick ride. Real talk.
👉 Do YOU have a work friend you can rely on? Drop Paul a message and join the conversation.

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On today’s ride into work, Paul reflects on how fast life moves—from missing 4/20 entirely to realizing… when did we become the boss instead of the employee?

This episode hits on:

• The “Office Space” moment every Gen X’er eventually has
• Work life, responsibility, and managing people
• A quick shoutout to drumming legends like Tito Puente and Mike Portnoy
• Real-life South Florida commute chaos (including a close call on I-95)
• Behind-the-scenes podcast grind and what’s dropping on Riffs n Rhythms

Plus, Paul shares what’s coming up—from blues jams to new episodes—and why he might be due for a vacation.

🎧 Jump in the passenger seat for another real, unfiltered commute conversation.

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The music industry has changed… and not everyone is happy about it.

On this episode of Riffs n Rhythms, we dive deep into the real state of music today—from streaming payouts to live gigs, and why so many musicians feel like they’re getting left behind with the guys from Pegasus.

🎸 Inside this episode:
- Why musicians aren’t making money anymore
- The harsh truth about streaming platforms like Spotify
- Why live shows and merch are the ONLY real income left
- The struggle between original music vs cover songs
- The uncomfortable truth:
- “If bands don’t play the hits… people leave”

Also this week we review the new tune by Duane Betts "Down to Houston"

This is an honest, unfiltered conversation with real musicians who’ve seen the industry evolve—and not always for the better.

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Do you support local music… or just stream it?

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It’s a fresh week and we’re back on the road! 🚗💨

On this episode of Carpooling with Paul, we’re cruising down I-95 with a laid-back weekend recap, a quick mindset check-in on focusing on what you can control, and a deeper look into something close to home—keeping the blues alive.

Paul shares insights from his work with a local blues society, the importance of community, and why this legendary American music genre still matters for future generations. From jam sessions to annual events like the blues picnic, it’s all about connection, culture, and carrying the music forward.

Hit play, ride shotgun, and start your week with a little perspective and a whole lot of soul.

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On this Friday ride to work, Paul gets a little deeper than usual and talks about the “circle of control” — what we can control, what we can influence, and what we simply have to let go. It’s a thoughtful, real-world conversation about stress, perspective, family, work, and not getting weighed down by everything happening around us. A grounded way to head into the weekend on Carpooling with Paul.

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