Shifting Thoughts

Albert Galeas, Cody Smith

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We're just two guys who have accepted radical openness as a way of life - Albert Galeas & Cody Smith

22 APR

Ep. 12 - Prayer, More Than Just A Request

Do you treat prayer like a grocery list, only asking God for things while your heart stays restless and unhappy? Have you ever wondered if prayer is actually meant to be a way to talk to God and find real peace? Did you know that the way you talk to God often reflects how honest and vulnerable you are willing to be with the people around you? It’s time to stop running toward the next thing and start finding the stability that’s been waiting in the silence all along. Dive in and join us in this conversation. Interested in partnering with Shifting Thoughts or sponsoring an upcoming episode? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us at shiftingthoughts@galeasfamily.com. Want to support the show directly? Join our community of Founding Supporters on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ShiftingThoughtsPodcast

50 min
17 APR

Ep. 11 - The Fast and the Famished

They say fasting gives you unlimited energy and zen-like focus, but they forgot to mention that you’ll spend 18 hours a day staring at pictures of bacon on Instagram 😂 In this episode, Cody and I break down the incredible physical and spiritual benefits we’ve seen, balanced against the emotional trauma of missing out on late night snacks. It’s a deep dive into an Ancient practice, hosted by two people who just really, really want a cheeseburger! In this episode, we tackle: The Highs: Why we actually feel better than ever (when we aren't smelling fries).The Science: A layman’s look at why our bodies love a break from Golden Corral.The Struggle: Navigating a world that seems to be made entirely of carbs.The Spiritual Side: Finding discipline in the empty space. Grab a glass of water (it’s basically a meal, right?) and join us for the hungriest hour in podcasting. Interested in partnering with Shifting Thoughts or sponsoring an upcoming episode? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us at shiftingthoughts@galeasfamily.com. Want to support the show directly? Join our community of Founding Supporters on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ShiftingThoughtsPodcast

55 min
22 MAR

Ep. 10 - Fill Your Cup (Part 2)

In this episode, Cody and I challenge the modern addiction to constant stimulation by asking when you last sat in total silence, no screens, no books, and no noise, just to sharpen your mind in the presence of God. We explore how stripping away the world's input creates a rare, honest space where you can finally express your rawest emotions, even those feelings you’ve been afraid to admit to Him or yourself. By leaning into the quiet, we discuss how silence isn't just an absence of sound, but a powerful tool for spiritual clarity and the ultimate freedom of being 100% transparent with the Creator. Interested in partnering with Shifting Thoughts or sponsoring an upcoming episode? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us at shiftingthoughts@galeasfamily.com. Want to support the show directly? Join our community of Founding Supporters on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ShiftingThoughtsPodcast

34 min
23 FEB

Ep. 9 - Fill Your Own Cup (Part 1)

Stop relying on the "I'm trying" excuse and start building a training system that actually works when your willpower runs out. This episode breaks down how to take care of your sould and your body, not just for "self-care," but so you're actually prepared to lead when things get tough. Interested in partnering with Shifting Thoughts or sponsoring an upcoming episode? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us at shiftingthoughts@galeasfamily.com. Want to support the show directly? Join our community of Founding Supporters on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ShiftingThoughtsPodcast

1hr 29min
17 FEB

Ep. 8 - Stonewalling: The Hidden Poison

Stonewalling is the wall that shuts out connection and leaves a relationship in limbo. In this episode, we break down the hidden poison of going silent in a marriage. We explore both the internal impulse to shut down and the emotional toll it takes on the spouse left on the outside. It’s an honest look at our own experiences with this cycle, the damage it causes over time, and the hard work it actually takes to tear those walls down and start connecting again. Interested in partnering with Shifting Thoughts or sponsoring an upcoming episode? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us at shiftingthoughts@galeasfamily.com. Want to support the show directly? Join our community of Founding Supporters on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ShiftingThoughtsPodcast

1hr 35min
10 FEB

Ep. 7 - Digital Dopamine: Numbing Our Vulnerability

If your 30-day browser history was projected on a screen for your family, your friends, or your church to see, would you still be the man or woman they think you are? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the "digital anesthesia" we use to escape our lives. We’ve become a culture that conquers our careers and our fitness, yet remains utterly defeated by the five-inch screens in our pockets. We explore how "emotional distance" is fundamentally breaking our ability to handle the messy, risky, and beautiful reality of being truly known by our spouses. Interested in partnering with Shifting Thoughts or sponsoring an upcoming episode? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us at shiftingthoughts@galeasfamily.com. Want to support the show directly? Join our community of Founding Supporters on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ShiftingThoughtsPodcast

1hr 43min
19 JAN

Ep. 6 - The Ghost In the House Part 2: The Mental Load

In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the "Silent Adam" syndrome, a dynamic where us men can fall into the trap of providing a paycheck but abdicate the emotional, spiritual, and domestic leadership of the home. For many wives, this creates a "Mental Load" that feels like being a single mother. Whether you are the one carrying the weight or the one who has drifted away, this episode offers a roadmap to move from resentment back to a "one-flesh" partnership. Interested in partnering with Shifting Thoughts or sponsoring an upcoming episode? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us at shiftingthoughts@galeasfamily.com. Want to support the show directly? Join our community of Founding Supporters on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ShiftingThoughtsPodcast

1hr 45min
11 JAN

Ep. 5 - The Ghost In The House Part 1: The Father's Presence

Are you providing for your family, or are you just paying the bills? In this episode, we’re stripping away the "provider" mask to look at the gritty reality of the passive father—the man who is physically present but emotionally dead to his children. We explore why a father’s passivity leaves a son without a blueprint for manhood and a daughter with a broken filter for future relationships. It’s time to stop relying on your wife or the church to do the one job God appointed to you. Interested in partnering with Shifting Thoughts or sponsoring an upcoming episode? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us at shiftingthoughts@galeasfamily.com. Want to support the show directly? Join our community of Founding Supporters on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ShiftingThoughtsPodcast

1hr 17min
29/12/2025

Ep. 4 - The Sigma Male is a Lie

The modern man is being sold a dream: build your empire alone, stay detached, trust nobody, and "hold your frame" at all costs. They call it being a Sigma. Solomon calls it Vanity. In this episode, we’re tearing down the myth of the "Lone Wolf" and looking at the brutal math of Ecclesiastes 4:9–12. We’re moving past the Red Pill talking points to look at the "Unhappy Business" of a man who wins the world but has no one to share the spoils with. Interested in partnering with Shifting Thoughts or sponsoring an upcoming episode? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us at shiftingthoughts@galeasfamily.com. Want to support the show directly? Join our community of Founding Supporters on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ShiftingThoughtsPodcast

1hr 15min
21/12/2025

Ep. 3 - The Pleasure Trap

More sex, more money, more "me" time—why isn't it working? We’re unpacking the spiritual psychology of pleasure and the trap of destructive behaviors through the lens of Ecclesiastes 2. If you’ve ever felt like you’re winning at life but losing your peace, this episode is for you. Interested in partnering with Shifting Thoughts or sponsoring an upcoming episode? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us at shiftingthoughts@galeasfamily.com. Want to support the show directly? Join our community of Founding Supporters on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ShiftingThoughtsPodcast

1hr 25min
07/12/2025

Ep. 2 - Bro, Stop Hiding

Alright, let's talk about that moment in Genesis 3:9 when God asks Adam, "Dude, Where Are You?" (Okay, maybe God used slightly different wording, but you get the point.) This episode, is all about men stepping up to the plate. We're not just talking about physical location, we're talking about being present, owning your screw-ups, and being accountable in your marriage, your job, and your life. Interested in partnering with Shifting Thoughts or sponsoring an upcoming episode? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us at shiftingthoughts@galeasfamily.com. Want to support the show directly? Join our community of Founding Supporters on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ShiftingThoughtsPodcast

1hr 23min
01/12/2025

Ep. 1 - Beyond The Red Pill

In this first episode of Shifting Thoughts, we talk about what really shapes a man’s identity. We look at red pill ideas about men, women, and power, and stack that up against a deeper, grace-shaped view of who we are. We share our own stories, where we bought into lies about manhood, and how finding our identity in Christ changes how we see ourselves, our wives, and the world around us. Interested in partnering with Shifting Thoughts or sponsoring an upcoming episode? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us at shiftingthoughts@galeasfamily.com. Want to support the show directly? Join our community of Founding Supporters on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ShiftingThoughtsPodcast

1hr 39min

12 Episodes

We're just two guys who have accepted radical openness as a way of life - Albert Galeas & Cody Smith

Creator

Albert Galeas, Cody Smith
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

12
Rating

Clean
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© 2026 Albert Galeas, Cody Smith
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