Deliberate Dive

Anthony Morales
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Breaking stigma with laughter through the chaos of our lives

  1. Break a Leg w/Matteo Valencia #DD38

    Jun 3

    Break a Leg w/Matteo Valencia #DD38

    YOOOO- Are you sitting down? Please do for this one, we'll wait.... The Morales cousins sit down with Matteo Valencia, a Stage IV Alveolar Soft Tissue Sarcoma cancer patient whose resilience is matched only by his sense of humor. Matteo opens up about his cancer journey, how Lurie's Cancer Center at Northwestern Medicine gave him the tools for survivorship and how his mom's words, "take it one day at a time" resonate more than ever. Matteo also discusses how his life changed after having his leg amputated and receiving a bionic replacement (made from the same metal as Wolverine’s claws), and why he feels called to help others by sharing his transformation from someone who struggled with vulnerability to someone who now shares his emotions with confidence public speaking at any opportunity that presents itself. Most recently, Matteo was a part of a panel discussion at the 2026 Stupid Cancer Cancercon in Seattle. That's over 300 AYA cancer patients coming together to share a weekend navigating their personal journeys by learning, sharing, living, and finding community in a life altering new reality. This is a conversation about resilience, purpose, and finding humor and hope in the toughest moments. The very first 38th episode of DD has arrived. 2 more until the end of Season 2!  Listen, watch, indulge because you already know this is the best podcast yet. Follow Matteo on IG: @Matteo_v162 Follow us on IG: @Deliberate_Dive Music by IG: @emily_popli Available on Spotify and Apple @DeliberateDive And don't forget to have the audacity to dream BIG.

    49 min
  2. Can I get a Virgin Mimosa? w/ Shelby Steele #DD37

    May 27

    Can I get a Virgin Mimosa? w/ Shelby Steele #DD37

    YOOOO - another week of the best podcast in the game. This week, Sebastian is on vacation in Aruba so Anthony takes over hosting duties and sits down with the Studio Engineer & Editor at the Chicago Podcast Studio: Shelby Steele! Hear them dive into: Shelby's journey in podcasting, production, and content creation, the different points of view you take on in your day to day, becoming a true Chicagoan after exportation from Houston, what makes great content actually stand out, and why writing comedy is as vulnerable like giving birth to a baby and having it be judged. Also on this episode: OG YouTube days (did you know Ray William Johnson is still making videos?), why a good work environment matters more than people think, bad landlords, and a motto we should all start living by: “To be cringe is to be free.” Check out the podcast she is proud of producing on IG @icantwait2tellu The very first 37th episode of DD has arrived. 3 more until the end of Season 2!  Listen, watch, indulge because you already know this is the best podcast yet. Follow us on IG: @Deliberate_Dive Music by IG: @emily_popli Available on Spotify and Apple @DeliberateDive And don't forget to have the audacity to dream BIG.

    56 min
  3. In Our Bag w/ Bella Riley #DD36

    May 13

    In Our Bag w/ Bella Riley #DD36

    YOOO- The Morales cousins are back once again and this time, we didn’t come alone. Fan-favorite season 1 guest Bella Riley returns to the show! This week we dive a little deeper with Bella and put her in the very first Deliberate Hot Seat. We talk about: her idea for a celebrity show starring Elvis Presley, debate whether an artist/celebrity's longevity comes down to talent or stamina, unpack what’s in her bag, and talk about why Lady Gaga inspires her. Also on this episode: The great beef, 2026 is the new 2016, the one word Bella hopes people remember her by (Hint: it fits her perfectly!), and much more. The very first 36th episode of DD has arrived. 4 more until the end! Listen, watch, indulge because you already know this is the best podcast yet. Follow us on IG: @Deliberate_Dive Music by IG: @emily_popli Available on Spotify and Apple @DeliberateDive And don't forget to have the audacity to dream BIG.

    40 min
  4. Barz & Barbells w/ Ethan Donato #DD35

    May 6

    Barz & Barbells w/ Ethan Donato #DD35

    YOOO- The Morales cousins are back! We’ve got a big one this week. We’re joined by one of the real heavy hitters in the powerlifting community- Ethan Donato. Tune in as we take a deliberate dive into what first drew him to the gym, the difference between working out and powerlifting, and how he played a key part in starting “Illini Barbell” at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. We also tap into his music journey, his new album 86 (out now: P1NOY on Spotify), where he finds inspiration to create, and we even get into the art of a great diss track after personal injustice. Also on this episode: advice we’d give our 5-year-old selves, Sebas & Anthony try smelling salts for the first time live on air, and everyone’s favorite segment, AITA, makes its return… gym edition. Episode 35 of DD like Kevin Durant in the clutch- M O N E Y. Listen, watch, indulge because you already know this is the best podcast yet. Follow us on IG: @Deliberate_Dive Follow Ethan: @pinoypulldozer Music by IG: @emily_popli Available on Spotify and Apple @DeliberateDive And don't forget to have the audacity to dream BIG.

    1h 1m
  5. Being Present w/ Joe G. #DD34

    Apr 29

    Being Present w/ Joe G. #DD34

    YOOO- the Morales cousins are back! But we’re switching it up this time.. For the first time in DD history, we proudly present our first-ever guest host: Eduardo Morales 🎙️ Listen in as he sits down with his close friend, colleague and fellow engineer, Joe Gettemy, for a conversation that makes you feel like you're in the room. Hear them talk about: first experiences hunting, experiencing the circle of life, growing up in Iowa (and why it’s a hidden gem), the sunrise vs. sunset debate, and what it really means to be fully present in the moment. Joe also opens up about meeting his wife Sarah, the joy she’s brought into his life, embracing the culture shock of being married to a latina & everyone's favorite segment, "AITA" makes its long-awaited return. Episode 34 of DD like we're Shaq in the paint- dominating the competition. If you're reading this, YOU'RE the reason we have done this 34x weeks in a row. Thank you for the support. And you already know this is the best podcast yet. Follow us on IG: @Deliberate_Dive Music by IG: @emily_popli Available on Spotify and Apple @DeliberateDive And don't forget to have the audacity to go out and dream BIG.

    57 min
  6. Former Partners and LONG Lunches #DD33

    Apr 22

    Former Partners and LONG Lunches #DD33

    YOOO- the Morales cousins are back deliberately diving into some of the spiciest topics yet! Hear us riff on: Angel numbers & synchronicities, wishing on 11:11, Project Hail Mary, blurring the line between Coworkers & friends, former partners vs exes, and everyone's favorite segment "AITA" makes its long awaited return. Listen, watch, indulge because you already know this is the best podcast yet. Follow us on IG: @Deliberate_Dive Music by IG: @emily_popli Available on Spotify and Apple @DeliberateDive And don't forget to have the audacity to dream BIG.

    1h 3m
  7. Don't Make Me Laugh w/Edú #DD32

    Apr 15

    Don't Make Me Laugh w/Edú #DD32

    YOOO- The Morales cousins are back again with another week of deliberate conversation & light-hearted comedy. We're talking the best BBQ in the Midwest, back road speed racers and pineapple on a fried rice w/ Edú Morales. We dive into revealing the most famous Morales cousin and their possible appearance in the coming weeks (our people are in talks), A Morales cousin's iconic display of strength (it was Chris all along) and the Morales cousin's laugh you all have come to know and love- JAJAJA Listen, watch, indulge because you already know this is the best podcast yet. Follow us on IG: @Deliberate_Dive Music by IG: @emily_popli Available on Spotify and Apple @DeliberateDive And don't forget to have the audacity to dream BIG.

    49 min
  8. "French Bulldogs are Terrible" w/ Dr. Alyssa #DD31

    Apr 8

    "French Bulldogs are Terrible" w/ Dr. Alyssa #DD31

    YOOO- The Morales cousins are back once again with another week of the best podcast around. This week, we are joined by the incredible Alyssa- veterinarian by day and absolute rockstar by night. Hear her talk about career choices, why singing is a skill that can be learned- not just something you’re born with, favorite animals (from a vet's point of view), what it takes to build a relationship that lasts decades, why joining the Morales Family is a no-brainer, and so much more. Episode 31 of Deliberate Dive like it's October but we ain't trickin', just treatin' ;) Listen, watch, indulge because you already know this is the best podcast yet. Follow us on IG: @Deliberate_Dive Music by IG: @emily_popli Available on Spotify and Apple @DeliberateDive And don't forget to have the audacity to go out and dream BIG.

    1h 4m
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Breaking stigma with laughter through the chaos of our lives

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  • Creator
    Anthony Morales
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
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  • Show Website
    Deliberate Dive