The Time Given Us

Danny Martire
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The Time Given Us is a podcast about nothing — the kind of nothing that stretches across seven continents, eight billion people, two thousand years, and every Walmart in between. Join Danny, a self-proclaimed expert in nothing and amateur in everything, as he tries to make sense of this confusing world — one story at a time. This is a conversation about mental health, college, working out, failure, anxiety, travel, soccer, Lord of the Rings, yogurt, and so much more. In other words: it can be about anything. In the end, all we have to decide is what to do with the time given us.

  1. 2d ago

    The Man You Want to Be with Building Men Founder and CEO Dennis Morolda

    He grew up with an abusive father. Over time, he learned one way to be a man -- to be bigger, faster, and stronger than the rest. Chase the girls, chase the money, chase the fame. That was a man. But eventually, that vision broke down. Instead, he learned to replace it with a version of manhood based on character, resilience, and integrity. Now, he uses his program and influence to help other young men from similar upbringings to become leaders and upstanding citizens. Dennis Morolda is the founder and CEO of Building Men, a program operating in New Jersey school systems to intercept at-risk boys and guide them – or build them – into men of character. His efforts, already recognized with long-term results and prestigious awards, challenge us to ask what a man should be.  In the span of just an hour, you might find yourself changing your perspective on the future of boys in this country – and perhaps on education entirely. This conversation dives into the nuances of personal discomfort, growth, purpose, habit-building, and the state of boys in the United States. It also asks what we can do as individuals to help ourselves and one another in a world increasingly alone. We live in a time of loneliness, staggering statistics, and endless reasons to stop trying. However, the greater these challenges become, the higher we must rise to overcome them. This is The Time Given Us. For more from Dennis, check out the Building Men Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NTQz5I8UmQeWDvZRubkhs?si=da000bf1e2d04109

  2. Jul 6

    The Infinite Gain with Alex Rhangos

    As chance would have it, two strangers found themselves roommates in Buenos Aires, Argentina. A year later, they sit down, no longer strangers but friends, to discuss the forces that united them and the perspectives that keep them going. Alex Rhangos is a senior undergraduate student at Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia. After spending a first year at another school, Alex chose a gap semester that took him on a journey outward and, most importantly, inward. Upon returning, he understood not only what he wanted to study but who he wanted to be. These choices led him to a nonlinear decision to explore Argentina, where he would not only perfect his Spanish but absorb as many opportunities as possible in this new world. In fact, while there he helped to inspire this very podcast. Alex's story reveals the power of open-mindedness and the return we get for the effort we put in. This episode explores resilience, working out, socializing, and travel. Every day is a battle to be better. And that battle is won by simply continuing to show up for yourself. This is The Time Given Us.

  3. Jun 3

    Looking Inward with Future Jedi Therapist David Garcia

    He always knew he had stories to tell. In college, that led him to writing. And then, to acting. But it turns out, the story he was meant to share was not someone else's, but his own. Now, he leads a life rooted in telling his unique story and creating a space for others to do the same. David Garcia is a student and arising mental health professional completing a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of the Cumberlands. After grappling with multiple career paths and challenging life decisions, he returned to the place where his journey began: therapy. Once a beneficiary of it, he then understood he could be the person to help others discover the best versions of themselves. That journey involves choices to be uncomfortable, take action, and most importantly, look inward. This conversation delves into the nuances of a non-linear career path, becoming students of ourselves, and the tools to understand the world around us. Now more than ever, we spend our lives rooted in distraction, apathy, and stagnation. We think the biggest journeys are the ones outward. But it takes great courage to tackle the hardest of journeys inward. This is The Time Given Us.

  4. Feb 8

    Action Over Aspiration with College Success Story Paramveer Grewal

    Going into college, he realized that his newfound freedoms meant he could do whatever he wanted. But that fact also had consequences: the grades slid, the discipline faded, and he found himself face to face with goals but no path to achieve them. Fast forward to senior year, he finds himself with a job lined up after graduation and years of self-growth, actionable habits, and leadership experience under his belt. Paramveer Grewal is a senior Computer Engineering major at The College of New Jersey. After a first year spent enjoying the luxuries of college life, PG wanted a change: he evaluated his place at school, the friends he was making, the person he was becoming, and ultimately decided he could do more than he ever thought. While figuring out his social group at school, he ultimately met Danny in their professional fraternity -- and the two have been inspiring one another ever since. The story of these two friends reveals the nuances of residential life, fraternity culture, and how to become the best version of yourself in college. It may feel like just four years before the real world begins. But the moment you realize the real world has already begun, its time to level up your game. This is The Time Given Us.

  5. Jan 16

    Someone in Your Corner with Reborn Building Men Mentor Xavier Mota

    Born to teenage parents. Father not present in his life. Living in fear of another beating from his mother. The pain endured in childhood became resentment and, with no way out, he turned to self-harm. Xavier Mota is a senior at Belleville High School, New Jersey. This was his childhood -- one that threatened to destroy him and his family. Then, at his lowest point, he found Building Men. Two years later, the bad behaviors have disappeared; in fact, he is now trusted to mentor other students at his school with similar issues while preparing attend a great college this fall. Compared to his younger self, he has become unrecognizable. What happened? What changed? Xavier's story reveals the incredible power of self-help and the integral role of having someone -- even just one person -- in your corner. It also explores the challenge of seeking out help, especially as a young man, and the responsibility we have to hold each other accountable to our actions. Each of us comes with our own baggage. But we can't handle the weight of our struggles on our own. The sooner we understand that, the sooner we can work toward real change. This is The Time Given Us.

  6. Jan 1

    There and Back Again with American-to-European Student Vitek Sabath

    Four years ago, two friends began their journey together as naive, hopeful college roommates. Now, they find themselves on two continents, separated by a common problem, and implementing two very different solutions. Vitek Sabath is an undergraduate student at Maastricht University in the Netherlands. After spending his first year at Stevens Institute of Technology with his roommate, Vitek realized he needed to transfer schools to better fit his college goals. However, rather than looking for a local change, his next location would be across the Atlantic. His roommate, facing the same dilemma, thought his choice would be the same. However, life had a different plan for the two ex-roommates. The story of these two friends reveals cultural differences in education in the United States and Europe, factors motivating college decisions, and the various pressures of being a student. It may only be 3 or 4 years, but the time spent in college sets a standard for the rest of our adult lives. Use it wisely. This is The Time Given Us.

  7. 07/31/2025

    ALONE at the End of the World [Episode 6]

    Travel is supposed to be life-changing. But what happens when the journey feels empty and misaligned? In this episode, I share my solo trip to Ushuaia, Argentina — the southernmost city in the world — and the surprising lesson I learned about loneliness, burnout, and the hidden cost of chasing every travel opportunity. This isn’t the side of travel you see on social media. It’s not just about where you go. It’s about how you go.

  8. 07/22/2025

    Del SILENCIO al MICRÓFONO [Episodio 5]

    Después de seis semanas como voluntario en Argentina, encontré algo que llevaba tiempo buscando: mi voz. En este episodio, comparto cómo la experiencia con Mensajeros de la Paz me inspiró a iniciar este podcast, y por qué creo que hablar —con honestidad, vulnerabilidad y propósito— puede cambiar vidas. Bienvenidos a The Time Given Us.

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The Time Given Us is a podcast about nothing — the kind of nothing that stretches across seven continents, eight billion people, two thousand years, and every Walmart in between. Join Danny, a self-proclaimed expert in nothing and amateur in everything, as he tries to make sense of this confusing world — one story at a time. This is a conversation about mental health, college, working out, failure, anxiety, travel, soccer, Lord of the Rings, yogurt, and so much more. In other words: it can be about anything. In the end, all we have to decide is what to do with the time given us.

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  • Creator
    Danny Martire
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Danny Martire
  • Show Website
    The Time Given Us