In this milestone 10th episode of Our Life Beyond, Connie and Scott tackle the often complex, but deeply rewarding topic of opposite-sex friendships—especially at this stage in life. Can men and women truly be just friends? How do you build and maintain these friendships while navigating the societal expectations, personal insecurities, and challenges that often come with them?

Through candid stories and real-life experiences, Connie and Scott explore the benefits of having close friendships with the opposite sex, from gaining new perspectives to having a supportive, trusted sounding board. They also dive into the hurdles—jealousy, misunderstanding, and setting healthy boundaries—while sharing how they've made their own friendship thrive through life's biggest transitions, from dating after loss to major career and personal changes.

This episode isn’t just about male and female friendships; it’s about connection, trust, and how to nurture relationships that enrich our lives, regardless of gender. Tune in to hear practical advice, heartwarming anecdotes, and insights that may challenge your own beliefs about what it means to have an opposite-sex best friend.

Listen now to discover how Connie and Scott have navigated their unique friendship and how you can build meaningful, platonic relationships in your own life.

In this episode of Our Life Beyond, Connie and Scott dive into the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it’s already woven into our daily lives. For many, AI feels like a distant, futuristic concept or a technology that threatens job security. But the reality is, AI is already part of everything we do—from Netflix recommendations to autocorrect on our smartphones, and it’s shaping the way we live, work, and interact with the world.

Scott, with his extensive background in the tech industry, and Connie, who’s learning the ropes of AI, offer two unique perspectives on how AI can enhance our personal and professional lives. They break down the three stages of AI—Narrow AI, General AI, and Superintelligent AI—and explain how each impacts our present and future. Whether you’re tech-savvy or feeling technologically challenged, this episode provides insights on how you can leverage AI to make your life easier, not harder.

As we navigate the future, it’s essential to embrace AI not with fear, but with understanding. Tune in to learn how you’re already using AI, the misconceptions surrounding it, and how it can empower you to stay ahead of the curve. Plus, we explore how AI will continue to evolve and what it means for individuals, businesses, and society.

Listen now and join the conversation on how we can transition through the AI revolution together.

In this emotional and deeply personal episode of Our Life Beyond, Connie King and Scott Dibben are joined by their friend Chet, who opens up about the heartbreaking loss of his twin brother, Chuck. Growing up as twins, Chet and Chuck shared an unbreakable bond—from childhood antics to adult adventures, their connection ran deeper than the typical sibling relationships.

Chet recounts the special moments they shared growing up, the struggles they faced together, and how they supported each other through life’s ups and downs. The loss of Chuck, a lifelong confidant, came as a devastating blow, and Chet shares his journey of learning to cope, grieve, and heal. This episode delves into the unique experience of losing a twin, the impact it has on one's identity, and the strength it takes to move forward while keeping the memory of a loved one alive.

Through this heart-wrenching yet inspiring story, Chet offers a message of hope, showing that even through life’s greatest losses, we can find ways to honor those we’ve lost and carry them with us in new and meaningful ways.