Author | Filmmaker | Host of Tola Talks
On today’s Tola Talks, I share insights on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the upcoming Indy 500, the origins of 12 iconic company names, plus I pay tribute to rock legend, Chris Cornell, exploring his impact on Grunge and Alternative Metal music as well as his struggles. This episode offers a mix of fascinating facts, personal reflections, and motivational takeaways.
Have a great Monday everyone…and get your workout in! Peace – R
On today’s Tola Talks, we dive into practical insights on maintaining health and mental well-being, including the importance of morning routines, the impact of alcohol and how to avoid Hangxiety, and the significance of the 988 suicide hotline.
Rich Tola discusses the importance of respecting yourself through physical health, mental well-being, and spiritual practices. He emphasizes the dangers of AI, especially in relation to mental health, and shares practical tips for a balanced, respectful life.
Watch now and discover: → Respect yourself starts with your mind, body, and spirit. → Avoid self-destructive behaviors like over-drinking and neglecting exercise. → Use AI as a tool, not a replacement for human connection. → Tola Talks celebrates the 250th episode plus it’s 60th livestream show. → Anyone can Drink from the Fountain of Youth.
Today is all about giving kudos to those who deserve it most. Like England for ending their Omicron restrictions, Amazon for opening its first clothing store in SoCal, the White House for distributing 400 million N95 masks, Starbucks for rescinding its vaccination requirement, the Supreme Court of the United States for striking down President Biden’s employee mandate, fashion icon Andre Leon Talley for following his dreams and making a difference, and the four NFL quarterbacks that I pick to win their divisional playoff games this weekend: Joe Burrow, Aaron Rodgers, Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes. Plus the final three Steps to Everlasting Youth from my book, and of course, more positive cryptocurrency news as they begin their ascent (hopefully for good).
Today we’re talking about the negative impacts the pandemic continues to have on children of all ages, especially more school closures leading to our worst “academic achievement crisis in living memory”, as well as suicide rates rising sharply among girls 12-17 years old (up 51% from 2019-2021); another variant called IHU in France that is “definitely not worth worrying about at the moment”; kudos to Green Bay Packers star quarterback Aaron Rodgers pushing back on criticism for hugging NFL reporter Erin Andrews in a postgame interview on Christmas Day; decriminalization measures in NYC meant to combat their growing crime; the good and the bad news when it comes to US companies hiring employees in December (good) while thousands of flights are still being cancelled and more Broadway shows are closing their doors (bad); plus good news from Goldman Sachs about Bitcoin potentially reaching $100,000 as it takes store of value share away from Gold. And of course, more talk about drinking from the Fountain of Youth and my new Tola Yoga class at Plano Athletic Club starting this Saturday at 12:30p.
We’re talking all things Movies & Music today with my special guests, DJ Rebekka Starr and MC Freddy Figs. Starting with their favorite genre of Hip-Hop, we discuss the history of music from the early 1970’s to today’s wildly popular Electronica (EDM) and the Top 10 DJs that rule the raves.
On a beautiful sunny day in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles, Tola also Talks about movies that spotlight “The Valley” including We Are Your Friends (Zac Efron) and Elektra Luxx (Carla Gugino), plus what this infamous basin is really know for: strip malls, sushi restaurants in strip malls, and of course, porn stars. We also pay tribute to the King of Hip-Hop, Eminem, and the late Adult Film Actress, August Ames, an unfortunate victim of cyberbullying. Thanks for tuning-in everyone! Peace – R
Tola Talks about the suicidal parents in Utah, the Super Saturn with gigantic rings, Apple Computer making money hand over fist, and the wacko actor in Toronto who got arrested for voyeurism. On WTF Wednesday, Rich also celebrates the 30 year anniversary of the hit charity single, We Are The World, by Lionel Richie & Michael Jackson. Watch @ youtube.com/tolatalks
Tola Talks about the New England Patriots Vince Wilfork lending a helping hand, shark attacks in Australia and zipper medians on San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge. On Top 10 Tuesday, Rich also gives us the the Top 10 Quotes by Pope Francis.
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Tola Talks about Death with Dignity & physician assisted suicide, the $4 Billion spent on midterm elections & Dark Money Groups, the Windy City & blindfolded tightrope walks between Chicago skyscrapers, the new World Trade Center in NYC & America’s tallest building, plus the Get Your S#!T Together Award to a dead whale surfing idiot in Australia. On Movie Mondays, Rich also introduces a new segment called What’s Your ATA? (Ask Tola Anything), and reviews the new Jack Gyllenhaal psycho-thriller, Nightcrawler.
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Tola Talks with the amazingly beautiful & talented singer/songwriter London Thor. On Acoustic Fridays, Rich dedicates this show to all the under 21’s and to the pursuit of Dreams.
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