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Welcome back to Rizzology. In this deeply personal episode, host Nick opens up about an incredibly challenging chapter of his life—the loss of his beloved dog, Kenji. This isn’t just an ordinary episode; it’s a raw and heartfelt reflection on love, loss, resilience, and the realities of caring for a pet with complex medical needs. Nick takes us on a journey from childhood memories with his first dog, Cookie, through the emotional rollercoaster of welcoming Kenji into his life, and the trials they both faced as Kenji battled a series of serious health issues, including epilepsy and bladder stones.

Through candid storytelling, Nick shines a light on the commitment and challenges that come with being a dedicated pet parent. He shares the highs, the lows, and the lessons learned—offering comfort and solidarity to anyone who’s gone through a similar experience. This episode is much more than a tribute to a loyal companion; it’s an honest conversation about grief, healing, and the importance of cherishing the moments we have with the ones we love.

00:00 Kenji's Journey: Challenges & Blessings
07:00 Final Act of Love
12:14 Preparing to Own a Dominant Breed
21:17 Road Trip to Pick Up Kenji
22:46 Long trip back
27:23 Dog's Medical Emergency Chaos
37:18 Living with Canine Epilepsy
42:19 Kenji's Feeding and Care Routine
44:11 Diet Transition Challenge
52:21 Kenji's Complex Bladder Surgery
56:31 Struggles Caring for a Sick Dog
59:23 Be Prepared for Emergencies
01:05:40 Kenji's Final Moments
01:12:55 Commitment to Caring for Dogs
01:18:02 Life Happens for Us Not To Us
01:21:39 Cherish the Time You Have

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Welcome back to Rizzology! In this episode, Nick and Tom DeGiuli are hanging out in the studio. We kick things off talking about live podcasting, crazy travel schedules, and how Hyrox is blowing up as the new CrossFit.

From there, it’s a wild ride: they swap stories about fitness cults, the Liver King scandal, influencer marketing gone rogue, and just how weird social media can get—yes, including selling bathwater and OnlyFans drama. There’s plenty of joking around, some surprisingly deep talk about chasing trends, being real with yourself, and what it means to actually be happy with your body and your life, even as the internet keeps changing the game.

00:00 Live Streaming & Travel Reflections

07:25 "Wrestling with Authenticity and Persona"

14:56 Marine Biologist's Thrilling Passion

19:54 AI Creations Need Watermarks

22:22 Social Media Overload Impact

27:13 Fragmented Follower Engagement Issues

32:08 "Lion or Sheep Dilemma"

38:24 "Seeking Connection and Attention"

45:16 Gym's Next Chapter: Jiu Jitsu?

47:44 Training Girls in Self-Defense

57:24 Finding Personal Happiness in Fitness

01:02:37 Life Choices and Expansion Dilemma

01:03:27 Expanding for Business Growth

01:12:40 Transformative Late-Night Workouts

01:16:10 Designing an Innovative Gym Space

01:19:31 "Consult God Before Church Visit"

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Welcome back to Rizzology! In this solo episode, host Nick Rizzo (aka Nicky Rizzles) returns after a month-long hiatus to catch you up on everything happening in his world.

Nick dives into building his very first custom PC to enhance the podcast’s live streaming experience and shares a candid update about juggling work, life, and his evolving fitness journey—including tactical games, jiu jitsu, and home gym goals.

He opens up about the challenges of staying on track with training and nutrition, what’s new with his content creation career, and some exciting guests lined up for future episodes.
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00:00 Interactive Podcast Streaming Setup
06:09 Jiu Jitsu Travel and Exploration
08:42 Home Gym Investment Reflections
10:09 Home Gym Benefits After COVID
14:19 Upcoming Podcast Guests Announced
16:46 "Embracing Life and Future Growth"

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