Cousin Ed’s Corner

In this episode, we're diving deep into the power of seasonal wisdom and faith-driven transitions. Today, we're sharing an unexpected encounter with a farming family that transformed a simple boiled peanut run into a profound lesson about knowing when to let go and when to plant new seeds. This isn't just about agriculture - it's about US, our growth, and how recognizing life's natural seasons can free us from trying to harvest dead corn while missing the opportunity to plant our collard greens. Remember that sometimes the most life-changing wisdom comes from the most unexpected places? We're sharing this country road revelation that will transform how you think about your personal transitions and next-level growth. Tap in to embrace the seasonal shift: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about a time when you had to let go of an old season to make room for something new, and share how you've learned to have faith in planting seeds even when you can't see the harvest! Let's keep building and celebrating our growth journeys together. 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner is not just about motivation - we're living it. Share this with someone who needs this message of seasonal wisdom and faith-forward living!

In today's episode, I'm sharing how a simple post of two of my former players reunited on the same college football team gave me exactly the peace and joy my heart needed during some heavy times. This isn't just about sports or coaching - this is about divine orchestration, parental love, and how our Heavenly Father provides comfort right when we need it most. We're diving deep into God's 360-degree protection system and remembering that even when the world feels chaotic, He's still orchestrating beautiful moments of blessing and reunion. Whether you're worried about your kids, feeling heavy about current events, or just need a reminder that you're covered by God's love, this episode will speak directly to your heart. Tap in and let's celebrate how God continues to show up in the most beautiful ways: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about a time when God provided you peace through an unexpected source, and share how you've experienced His protection in your own life! Let's keep building and encouraging each other through faith and love. 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. This Corner isn't just about inspiration - we're living in God's goodness together. Share this with someone who needs to be reminded that they're never alone and always covered! 🙏✨

In this deeply personal episode, we're honoring the memory of 9/11 through the lens of family storytelling and divine protection. Today, I'm sharing my mother's incredible story – she was literally on her way to the World Trade Center that morning, the same building where she used to work on the 33rd floor. This isn't just about one family's experience – it's about US, our resilience, and the power of documenting the stories that shape our legacy. My mother's journey from that subway car to the Brooklyn streets, witnessing history unfold while carrying a suitcase through a city in chaos, reminds us why we shouldn't need tragedy to bring us together as one human race. We're exploring how divine timing, family documentation, and the courage to share our truth can serve as therapy and inspiration for generations to come. Sometimes the most powerful testimonies come from everyday people who lived through extraordinary moments. Tap in to hear this unforgettable testimony: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about your own 9/11 memories or family stories that need to be preserved. What narratives are you documenting for your children and grandchildren? Let's keep building and honoring the the lives Tragically lost that day. Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner is not just about motivation – we're preserving history, one story at a time. Share this episode with someone.

This Corner Connection is hitting different, y'all! I'm taking you behind the scenes and sharing the REAL origin story of how Cousin Ed's Corner came to be - and it's been 15+ years in the making! From my early days as part of the "50/50 Brothers" with my mentor Mr. Moody in "Mr. Moody's Neighborhood" to that life-changing moment when Turtle Michelle from my vegan group told me "you need to do something with this," this episode is all about honoring our roots while celebrating our growth. This isn't just about my journey - it's about US and how community, mentorship, and authentic encouragement can transform everything. I'm sharing updates about Mr. Moody's powerful return, my daughter Keona stepping into the interview game, and our amazing experience at Vegan House of Pancakes in Atlanta. Plus, I'm opening up about my vision to feature MORE voices because this corner belongs to all of us! Whether you're new to the Corner Family or you've been riding with me from day one, this conversation will remind you of the power of finding your voice and building your own space in this world. Tap in and let's connect: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about WHO encouraged you to step into your purpose, and share how mentorship has shaped YOUR journey! Let's keep building this beautiful community together and celebrating the people who believed in us before we fully believed in ourselves! 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. This corner isn't just about motivation - we're living it, sharing it, and growing together. Share this with someone who needs to know their story matters and their voice deserves to be heard! 👑

In today's episode, we're diving deep into the sacred bonds of fatherhood and how they mirror God's unconditional love for each of us. I'm sharing my heart in a birthday tribute to my firstborn EJ that became so much more - it's about identity transformation, divine protection, and the DNA connections that can never be broken. This isn't just about parenting - it's about US, our spiritual journey, and understanding how we're all completely surrounded by God's love and protection. I get real vulnerable about becoming "EJ's dad," the sacrifice and identity shifts that come with loving someone more than yourself, and how these experiences opened my eyes to God's relationship and the love He has for us all. Remember that feeling when you first realized someone would fight the world for you? I'm sharing how that protective love we feel as parents is just a glimpse of how God covers us daily. We're exploring what it means to "Pitch Pennies" - going above and beyond in kindness - and why maintaining a heart of love, even when life gets tough, is essential for our growth. The spiritual breakthrough in this episode comes when I acknowledge "If It Wasn't For The Blood" - recognizing the divine grace and protection that keeps us going every single day. Whether you're a parent, someone's child, or just trying to navigate faith and family, this message will transform how you see your relationships and your place in God's plan. Tune In Now: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about a moment when you realized the depth of unconditional love - either as a parent or experiencing it from someone who'd fight the world for you! Share how you've learned to go above and beyond in showing love to the people in your life! Let's keep building these sacred connections together. 💙 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner is not just about motivation - we're living it through real love, real sacrifice, and real faith. Share this with someone who needs this reminder about the eternal bonds of family and divine love! 👑

In this episode, we're getting real about where we are versus where we thought we'd be with less than 30 days left in Q3 2025! Today, I'm sharing my honest thoughts about the importance of preparation over just "showing up" to life, and why that 5 AM Warrior mentality can transform your final four months of the year. This isn't just about goal-setting - it's about US, our consistency, and how daily preparation creates the foundation for our biggest victories. Remember that moment when you realize time moves faster than your goals? We're diving deep into the reality check we all need about our financial goals, health objectives, and relationship progress. I'm sharing personal stories about teaching my son these life principles, and trust me, the struggle is real for all of us trying to level up! Plus, we're talking about that dead weight detox - those subscriptions and habits that are keeping us from our greatness. This Corner Connection is your practical guide for turning these final months into your victory lap, whether you're heading back to school, preparing for the holidays, or just need that reminder that it's never too late to sprint toward your dreams. Tap in for the real conversation: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about a goal you're ready to sprint toward in Q4, and share how you're cutting loose the dead weight holding you back! Let's keep building and supporting each other through this final stretch together. 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner is not just about motivation - we're living it. Share this with someone who needs this message of preparation and consistency! 👑

In this raw and powerful episode, I'm coming to you straight from the heart about something that could revolutionize your entire prayer life and perspective on gratitude. We're diving deep into the concept of "Reverse Engineering" our prayers - instead of constantly asking God for what we don't have, what happens when we start Thanking God For Everything? This isn't just about positive thinking, family - this is about authentic surrender and recognizing God's hand in every aspect of our lives. I share my personal testimony about that humbling altar walk that taught me the difference between self-reliance and divine dependence, plus a powerful analogy about God's protection being like a bulletproof vest that doesn't stop everything but shields us from the worst. We're exploring how God surrounds us completely - cleaning our past behind us, guiding our steps in front of us, and serving as our unshakeable foundation beneath us. This episode will challenge you to see your current job, relationships, and circumstances through a lens of gratitude rather than complaint. Remember that sometimes the most transformative moments come from shifting our perspective on what we already have rather than focusing on what we're missing. Whether you're struggling with patience for divine timing or learning to surrender control, this message will meet you right where you are. Tap in and let this message transform how you approach Giving Thanks to God: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about a time when thanking God for your current situation instead of asking for something new changed your perspective! Share how you've learned to see God's protection even when life still stings sometimes. Let's keep building this community of authentic gratitude and divine dependence together. 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner isn't just about motivation - we're living it through real surrender and authentic praise. Share this with someone who needs to hear about Reverse Engineering their prayer life and recognizing God's 360-degree presence in their lives! 👑

🚨 New Episode Alert 🚨: In this episode, we're diving deep into the reality of life's changing seasons and the wake-up calls that force us to pay attention. Today, I'm sharing that crisp 50-degree morning that made me realize I worked so hard this summer that I forgot to actually LIVE it. This isn't just about Labor Day weekend regrets - it's about US recognizing what season of life we're in and making sure we're not sleepwalking through our own experiences. Remember when you could stay out all night and now 8:30 PM feels late? We're breaking down the four seasons of life and helping you identify exactly where you are so you can prepare for what's coming while fully embracing what's here. This episode will transform how you think about aging, time, and the delicate balance between building your future and living your present. Tap in and Tune in: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about which life season you're in and how you're making sure you don't miss your own life while building it! Let's keep each other accountable to actually LIVE these seasons we're blessed to experience. 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner is not just about motivation - we're living it consciously, in whatever season we find ourselves. Share this with someone who needs this reminder to slow down and notice where they are! 🍂👑

In this episode, we're diving deep into what happens when everything that can go wrong does go wrong. Today, I'm sharing my Sunday struggle - when technical difficulties, equipment failures, and mounting frustration almost made me throw in the towel. This isn't just about recording problems - it's about US, our resilience, and how our darkest moments often come right before our greatest breakthroughs. Remember those times when you questioned everything? When you wondered if anyone even cares about what you're doing? I'm sharing that vulnerable moment when I wanted to throw my phone out the window, when I questioned why I'm even doing this show. But here's the powerful part - sometimes that resistance is confirmation that you're exactly where you need to be. Sometimes the opposition gets strongest right before your breakthrough. We're talking about celebrating the small victories that matter - making your bed, getting to work on time, feeding the kids, not cussing anybody out when they deserve it! These aren't small things; they're building blocks of a life well-lived. This episode is for everyone who's ever wanted to quit when life got hard, who's ever felt unheard, who's ever wondered if their efforts matter. Tap in to embrace the wisdom of pushing through: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about a time when technical difficulties or life challenges tried to stop you from doing something meaningful, and share how you pushed through when everything went wrong! Let's keep building this global community and celebrating our victories together, no matter how small they seem. 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner is not just about motivation - we're living it together. Share this with someone who needs this message of persistence and faith over frustration! 👑

In this episode, we're taking you on an intimate father-son road trip that turned into the most profound conversation about life, legacy, and lessons learned across the decades. Today, I'm sharing my dad Amos's incredible wisdom journey from investment strategies in your 30s to life-changing travel experiences that reshape your entire worldview. This isn't just about financial advice - it's about US, our families, and how generational wisdom becomes the foundation for building something greater. We're diving deep into Dad's philosophy that "everybody's got a head" and needs something done to it, his transformative South Africa experience where he witnessed people emerging from oppression, and why the conversations that happen during car rides often contain the most life-changing insights. Remember how the simplest moments with family can become the most powerful learning experiences? We're sharing real talk about investment regrets, retirement planning victories, the power of practical skills as side hustles, and how travel doesn't just show you the world - it shows you yourself. From missed military opportunities to cultural awakenings, this conversation will transform how you think about life decisions across every decade. Tap in to embrace the wisdom: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about a conversation with an elder that changed your trajectory, and share how family wisdom has shaped your journey! Let's keep building and celebrating these authentic generational connections together. 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner is not just about motivation - we're living it through real family conversations that matter. Share this with someone who needs this message of generational wisdom and authentic connection! 👑

In this episode, we're diving deep into the power of technical education and breaking down educational stigmas that limit our young people. Today, I'm sharing my personal journey from high school in New York to becoming a top HVAC student and how those skills shaped my entire career path. This isn't just about trade school - it's about US, our values, and how practical education can be the foundation for lifelong success and job security. Remember when your parents told you to learn something with your hands? I'm sharing my powerful story about following my father's wisdom, excelling in HVAC education, and discovering how circuit knowledge translates to everything from computers to troubleshooting life itself. We need to celebrate the trades that actually build and maintain our world! Tap in to embrace the wisdom: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about your own trade school experience or educational path that shaped your career, and share how technical education has impacted your life or someone you know! Let's keep building and celebrating all forms of valuable education together. 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner is not just about motivation - we're living it. Share this with someone who needs this message about the value of technical education and practical skills! 🔧👑

In this episode, we're diving deep into the power of knowing your worth without needing anyone else's validation. Today, I'm sharing a heartfelt conversation I had with my 17-year-old daughter about the pressures we all face to "keep up with the Joneses" and fit in with everyone else. This isn't just about teenage struggles - it's about ALL of us and how we get caught up comparing ourselves to others instead of focusing on our own journey. When you truly understand that you're already beautiful, strong, confident, and great just as you are, that's when real transformation happens. You don't even need me to tell you this - look in the mirror and see it for yourself! Remember, we spend so much time watching what the Joneses have that we forget to appreciate what WE have. This episode is your reminder to stay focused on your own goals, your own growth, and your own authentic path. Tap in and embrace your worth: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about a time when you stopped comparing yourself to others and started embracing who you really are! Share how you've learned to validate yourself from within and celebrate your authentic journey with us! Let's keep building each other up! 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner is about real motivation for real life. Share this with someone who needs this reminder that they don't need permission to be great! 👑

In this episode, we're diving deep into the divine warning system that we too often ignore until it's too late. Today, I'm sharing my own personal story of how I let my car breakdown this week that became a spiritual breakthrough about how God gives us check engine lights in life - those warning signs we dismiss, rationalize away, or simply hope will disappear on their own. This isn't just about car maintenance - it's about US, our stubbornness, and how God will slowly but surely shut us down when we refuse to heed His warnings. Remember that feeling when you know something's wrong but you keep pushing forward anyway? We're exposing that dangerous game we play with divine discernment, thinking we know better than the One who's trying to protect us. From relationships to career moves, from conflicts to critical decisions - God's warning lights are flashing, but are we pulling over for maintenance or waiting for the complete breakdown? This episode reveals how God is simultaneously above us protecting like an umbrella, behind us cleaning up our messes, beneath us as our foundation, and ahead of us lighting the path - yet we still choose our own way until He has no choice but to pull us to the side of life's highway. I'm getting vulnerable about my own male ego, the excuses I made, and the bigger inconvenience I created by avoiding a smaller one. It's time to stop rolling the dice with our intuition when God's GPS is already programmed for our destiny. Tap in to learn more about listening to God's wisdom and heeding His warnings: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about a time you ignored a warning sign and paid the price, and share how you've learned to listen to that still small voice before the sirens start blaring! Join us for Sunday Morning Meditation at 7:30 AM where we're slowing down before God has to sit us down. Let's keep building our spiritual maintenance routine together. 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner is not just about avoiding breakdowns - we're preventing them. Share this with someone who needs this message about divine warnings and spiritual maintenance! 👑

In this special episode, we're celebrating something incredible - not just 100 episodes for Season 4, but nearly 500 total episodes of authentic connection and community building! Today's show is dedicated entirely to YOU - our beautiful family who makes this journey possible through every listen, every share, and every message of support. This isn't just about milestone numbers - it's about US, our consistency, and how showing up for each other three times a week has created something truly special. I'm getting vulnerable about what it takes to keep this movement going, from needing your help to reach 1,000 Instagram followers (so we can unlock those live Sunday morning meditations) to the real talk about supporting independent podcasting. Remember when I said this show is my therapy? Well, it's also proof that none of us are alone in our struggles, and every repost, every DM, every supporter is building something bigger than just a podcast - we're building family. Tap in to feel the gratitude and community love: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about how this community has impacted your life, and share how you've found family in unexpected places! Let's keep building and celebrating our authentic connections together. 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner isn't just about podcasting - we're living community. Share this with someone who needs this message of genuine connection and family love! 👑

In this episode, it's a double whammy. We're diving deep into why it's essential that we adapt to new technology and automation. We also honor our the heroes who serve our communities. Today, I'm sharing an incredible Sunday morning conversation I had with a local military veteran and police officer that allowed me to completely shift my perspective on innovation and work ethic. After we finished talking, I was reminded of what true service looks like. We dove deep into the real talk about automation and whether people just don't want to work anymore. Y'all know I had to set the record straight on that narrative! This wasn't just about robots mopping floors - it was about understanding innovation, progress, and how change has always been part of human evolution. From horse and buggy days in Flatbush to autonomous vehicles today, I break down why it's not about laziness, it's about adaptation. But this episode gets real when we shift into honoring our first responders. My new friend serves not just as a veteran, but as a police officer, and we had an honest conversation about service, sacrifice, and the recent loss of one of his colleagues in the line of duty. I'm keeping it 100 about the complexities while still showing love and respect for those who run toward danger when the rest of us are running away. Remember that sometimes the most powerful conversations happen when we least expect them? Join me as I share a Coffee Time Conversation that will transform how you think about technology, adaptation, and the daily sacrifice of our first responders. Tune in Now: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about a chance encounter that changed your perspective, and share how you honor those who serve in your community! Let's keep building bridges through understanding and respect. 🙏🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner is not just about motivation - we're living it through real connections and honest conversations. Share this with someone who needs this message about innovation, adaptation, and honoring our heroes! 💪🏾👑

In this episode, we're diving deep into the power of daily gratitude and the truth that EveryDay is your "Last but First." Today, I'm sharing my heart as I watch my daughter navigate the start of her senior year, and how this milestone reminded me that yesterday is gone but today is our fresh start. This isn't just about milestone moments - it's about US recognizing the miracles we take for granted every single day, from having a sound mind to being able to care for ourselves. Remember how we only thank God on Fridays (TGIF)? We're breaking that mindset and learning why Monday through Sunday ALL deserve our thanksgiving. I'm sharing real talk about mental health, the blessing of cognitive abilities, and why we need to stop focusing on what we DON'T have and start celebrating what we DO have. Plus, I'm sending up prayers for all our educational warriors - the teachers, cafeteria workers, bus drivers, and security guards who pour into our children daily but don't get the respect they deserve. Tap in to embrace this life-changing perspective: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about what daily blessing you've been taking for granted, and share how you're going to shift from TGIF to thanking God for every day of the week! Let's keep building this gratitude lifestyle together. 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner is not just about motivation - we're living it. Share this with someone who needs this message of daily thanksgiving and divine direction! 👑

In this episode, we're diving deep into the sacred season of back-to-school and the bittersweet journey of parenting through transitions. Today, I'm sharing my raw emotions about dropping off my daughter for her senior year - the "last first day" that hit me right in the heart. But this isn't just about parental feelings - it's about US recognizing and celebrating every single person who touches our children's lives in these school systems. We're talking about the unsung heroes who make education possible: the teachers spending their own money on supplies, the bus drivers starting their day before dawn, the cafeteria workers nourishing our babies, and the administrators managing what I call a "mini city" every single day. This episode is a call to action for our community to show up with gratitude, prayer, and support for these incredible individuals who are investing in our children's futures. From preschoolers taking their first steps into learning to college students navigating independence away from home, we're covering them ALL in prayer and lifting up everyone who guides their journey. This message will transform how you see your school community and inspire you to take action in showing appreciation. Tap in for this powerful conversation: https://linktr.ee/cousinedscorner Drop me a comment about a school hero who made a difference in your child's life, and share how you're supporting your educational community this year! Let's keep building bridges between our homes and schools while covering our kids in prayer and blessing. 💪🏾 Connect with Cousin Ed: 762-333-2032 or @CousinEdsCorner on all platforms. Cousin Ed's Corner is not just about motivation - we're living it. Share this with every parent, teacher, and school worker who needs this message of appreciation and community support!

To Be Continued