<![CDATA[YOUR AVERAGE DELTON]]>Real life isn’t scripted—and neither is this podcast. A Conversation with Your Average Delton dives into the everyday experiences, challenges, and milestones that quietly shape who we become. Through honest, unfiltered conversations, Delton shares personal stories, lessons learned the hard way, and reflections on navigating life’s highs, lows, and everything in between.

Whether it’s growth, setbacks, relationships, or self-discovery, each episode is grounded in authenticity and relatability. This isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about exploring the journey and finding meaning along the way. Tune in for real talk, real lessons, and insights that might just help you navigate your own path a little more clearly.

]]>YOURAVERAGEDELTON.COMRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Fri, 25 Sep 2026 21:04:57 GMTMon, 04 May 2026 17:17:15 GMT60DELTON M DEAL<p>Real life isn’t scripted—and neither is this podcast. <i>A Conversation with Your Average Delton</i> dives into the everyday experiences, challenges, and milestones that quietly shape who we become. Through honest, unfiltered conversations, Delton shares personal stories, lessons learned the hard way, and reflections on navigating life’s highs, lows, and everything in between.</p><p></p><p>Whether it’s growth, setbacks, relationships, or self-discovery, each episode is grounded in authenticity and relatability. This isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about exploring the journey and finding meaning along the way. Tune in for real talk, real lessons, and insights that might just help you navigate your own path a little more clearly.</p>episodicDELTON M DEALconversation@youraveragedelton.comno<![CDATA[Episode 15: THE POWER OF THE POLITE "NO"]]>The conversation delves into the high cost of saying yes when we mean no, exploring the burden it creates and the importance of setting healthy boundaries. It emphasizes the impact of people-pleasing and the unspoken discomfort that arises from not setting clear boundaries. The power of saying no and the pain of setting boundaries are also discussed, highlighting the importance of prioritizing one's own well-being.

]]>65676229-5c69-49d1-b2d2-eab18452c780Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the high cost of saying yes when we mean no, exploring the burden it creates and the importance of setting healthy boundaries. It emphasizes the impact of people-pleasing and the unspoken discomfort that arises from not setting clear boundaries. The power of saying no and the pain of setting boundaries are also discussed, highlighting the importance of prioritizing one's own well-being.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:09:0015Episode 15: THE POWER OF THE POLITE "NO"full<![CDATA[Episode 14: LETS NOT WISH WE HAD]]>The episode focuses on the importance of not procrastinating and prioritizing meaningful moments in life. Delton shares personal experiences of missed opportunities and emphasizes the need to take action today.

]]>a55efeca-9569-440d-b4b9-c6e1d6b0c1a3Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>The episode focuses on the importance of not procrastinating and prioritizing meaningful moments in life. Delton shares personal experiences of missed opportunities and emphasizes the need to take action today.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:14:1814Episode 14: LETS NOT WISH WE HADfull<![CDATA[Episode 13: What if the Family is Perfect - But the Marriage is Not]]>The episode explores the contrast between the appearance of a perfect family and the reality of a loving marriage, emphasizing the impact on children and the importance of reconnecting with one's spouse. It concludes with a call to prioritize love and intimacy within the family.

]]>ed31ea74-4660-4680-b791-569fa5ce1dbdWed, 09 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>The episode explores the contrast between the appearance of a perfect family and the reality of a loving marriage, emphasizing the impact on children and the importance of reconnecting with one's spouse. It concludes with a call to prioritize love and intimacy within the family.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:08:4812Episode 13: What if the Family is Perfect - But the Marriage is Notfull<![CDATA[EPISODE 12: WHO TAKES CARE OF MOM]]>A heartfelt discussion about the emotional weight and silent struggles of mothers, and the impact of adult children's behavior on their mothers. It emphasizes the need for awareness, kindness, and appreciation towards mothers. Maternal love is often taken for granted, Mothers carry emotional weight silently.

]]>7c530958-a81c-4a5f-a10f-1be90350eb84Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>A heartfelt discussion about the emotional weight and silent struggles of mothers, and the impact of adult children's behavior on their mothers. It emphasizes the need for awareness, kindness, and appreciation towards mothers. Maternal love is often taken for granted, Mothers carry emotional weight silently.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:18:3312EPISODE 12: WHO TAKES CARE OF MOMfull<![CDATA[Episode 11: Our Political Leaders]]>The conversation delves into the divisive nature of the political landscape, the impact of politics on everyday life, the manipulation of public opinion, the disconnect between politicians and the people, the call for unity and understanding, and the awakening of the American people to the reality of their situation.

]]>f4a3f3f3-0aab-4be6-a2c2-def4be516cc1Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the divisive nature of the political landscape, the impact of politics on everyday life, the manipulation of public opinion, the disconnect between politicians and the people, the call for unity and understanding, and the awakening of the American people to the reality of their situation.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:13:3311Episode 11: Our Political Leadersfull<![CDATA[Episode 10: The Sauce of Perfection]]>The conversation explores the value of human imperfection in the age of artificial intelligence. It emphasizes the importance of human intelligence, imagination, inspiration, and connection in a world driven by technology.

]]>50533608-e1c9-4300-add2-1ddae456fac3Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation explores the value of human imperfection in the age of artificial intelligence. It emphasizes the importance of human intelligence, imagination, inspiration, and connection in a world driven by technology.</p><p></p>no00:17:3310Episode 10: The Sauce of Perfectionfull<![CDATA[Episode 9: How Symbols Get HiJacked]]>The conversation explores the evolution of symbols and their cultural ownership, discussing how symbols have become politically charged and emotionally divisive. It delves into the transformation of symbols like the American flag and the rainbow, as well as the impact of internet culture on symbols and names. The conversation also addresses the fear of judgment and the tendency to assign symbols to specific teams, emphasizing the need for shared symbols and multiple meanings.

]]>160e87e2-d084-49f5-abb9-1543a33c4e63Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation explores the evolution of symbols and their cultural ownership, discussing how symbols have become politically charged and emotionally divisive. It delves into the transformation of symbols like the American flag and the rainbow, as well as the impact of internet culture on symbols and names. The conversation also addresses the fear of judgment and the tendency to assign symbols to specific teams, emphasizing the need for shared symbols and multiple meanings.</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>no00:10:039Episode 9: How Symbols Get HiJackedfull<![CDATA[Episode 8: THE PERFECT PICTURE]]>When a daughter faces the impossible—coming out after a decade of hiding her truth—her family’s reactions reveal what real love looks like in the face of heartbreak and loss. If you’ve ever struggled to accept someone you love or wondered how to hold space for difficult emotions, this story will ignite your compassion and inspire you to choose love over judgment.

]]>96a2fc6f-b86e-4bb1-8022-70b4268e5fd5Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:45:00 GMT<p>When a daughter faces the impossible—coming out after a decade of hiding her truth—her family’s reactions reveal what real love looks like in the face of heartbreak and loss. If you’ve ever struggled to accept someone you love or wondered how to hold space for difficult emotions, this story will ignite your compassion and inspire you to choose love over judgment.</p>no00:09:076Episode 8: THE PERFECT PICTUREfull<![CDATA[Overcoming Deep-Rooted Anger]]>The conversation delves into the topic of deep-rooted anger and the desire for justified revenge, exploring the mental and emotional impact of these feelings.

]]>d5e1f527-edbd-48de-9713-58ff48b1093eMon, 27 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the topic of deep-rooted anger and the desire for justified revenge, exploring the mental and emotional impact of these feelings.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:00:57Overcoming Deep-Rooted Angerbonus<![CDATA[The Power of a Pause]]>Learning to move with compassion and allowing oneself to receive healing.

]]>758abecf-02b9-4eef-bc41-8dc16bfb60fcMon, 27 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>Learning to move with compassion and allowing oneself to receive healing.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:00:42The Power of a Pausebonus<![CDATA[Episode 7: My Truth Released]]>In this deeply personal episode, Delton shares his journey of carrying a painful truth for 35 years and the impact it has had on him. He emphasizes the importance of choosing to stop being silent and the cathartic nature of sharing one's buried truth. Delton reflects on unresolved pain and deep-rooted anger, highlighting a moment of clarity and grace that shifted his perspective. He discusses the lesson of compassion and grace, emphasizing the need for uncomfortable work in the healing process.

]]>6463f98b-858e-4c8e-a422-4b196e03a9ecWed, 29 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>In this deeply personal episode, Delton shares his journey of carrying a painful truth for 35 years and the impact it has had on him. He emphasizes the importance of choosing to stop being silent and the cathartic nature of sharing one's buried truth. Delton reflects on unresolved pain and deep-rooted anger, highlighting a moment of clarity and grace that shifted his perspective. He discusses the lesson of compassion and grace, emphasizing the need for uncomfortable work in the healing process.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:11:455Episode 7: My Truth Releasedfull<![CDATA[The Uncontrollable Journey]]>Death is a lawless journey, and there is no right way to experience it. It's a raw, bleeding courage to stay until the very last second. Let yourself be broken when you're losing your world.

]]>d89361b5-e471-4d4f-8f04-660e988c06daTue, 21 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT<p>Death is a lawless journey, and there is no right way to experience it. It's a raw, bleeding courage to stay until the very last second. Let yourself be broken when you're losing your world.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:00:55The Uncontrollable Journeybonus<![CDATA[EPISODE 4: The Impossible Mirror]]>The conversation delves into the physical and emotional experience of grief, the agonizing journey of death, the aftermath of loss, and the battle after it's over. It explores the challenges of carrying grief and finding a way to move forward while honoring the memory of lost loved ones.

]]>6392e730-d19d-4c7f-8ae1-52ae9a379012Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the physical and emotional experience of grief, the agonizing journey of death, the aftermath of loss, and the battle after it's over. It explores the challenges of carrying grief and finding a way to move forward while honoring the memory of lost loved ones.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:11:534EPISODE 4: The Impossible Mirrorfull<![CDATA[EPISODE 5: When Hate Shows Up At America's Birthday]]>A heartfelt reflection on the recent events surrounding America's 250th anniversary celebration, addressing the presence of white nationalist groups and the impact of hate in society. Delton emphasizes the importance of confronting hate, rejecting racism, and standing up for one another, while also advocating for teaching respect, challenging fear, and fostering understanding.

]]>d55f8b2a-a8f7-447c-86c3-fc818dcd04cbWed, 15 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>A heartfelt reflection on the recent events surrounding America's 250th anniversary celebration, addressing the presence of white nationalist groups and the impact of hate in society. Delton emphasizes the importance of confronting hate, rejecting racism, and standing up for one another, while also advocating for teaching respect, challenging fear, and fostering understanding.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:08:055EPISODE 5: When Hate Shows Up At America's Birthdayfull<![CDATA[The Unspoken Battle After Loss]]>The conversation delves into the aftermath of a challenging experience, exploring the struggle to find purpose and identity in the wake of loss and change. It highlights the unspoken battles that occur after the external support has faded, and the enduring impact of grief on one's sense of self.

]]>a0a11be3-d315-47fc-a5f9-283bb8731542Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the aftermath of a challenging experience, exploring the struggle to find purpose and identity in the wake of loss and change. It highlights the unspoken battles that occur after the external support has faded, and the enduring impact of grief on one's sense of self.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:00:49The Unspoken Battle After Lossbonus<![CDATA[AS WE CELEBRATE 250 YEARS]]>The conversation delves into the complexity of American celebration, the weight of celebration, teaching the next generation, the inheritance of history, embracing America's complexity, the meaning of patriotism, and the future of America. It explores the dual nature of America, the challenges of celebrating its history, and the responsibility of passing on an honest narrative to the next generation.

]]>84ae4936-2e71-40b1-805c-1f9be3c4e2d2Sat, 04 Jul 2026 21:29:57 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the complexity of American celebration, the weight of celebration, teaching the next generation, the inheritance of history, embracing America's complexity, the meaning of patriotism, and the future of America. It explores the dual nature of America, the challenges of celebrating its history, and the responsibility of passing on an honest narrative to the next generation.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:06:17AS WE CELEBRATE 250 YEARSbonus<![CDATA[Episode 3: What the Fireworks Can't Tell Us]]>The conversation delves into the complexities of freedom and the hidden stories behind celebrations. It explores the meaning of freedom, the loneliness behind celebrations, the unseen stories of others, and the reflection that comes with silence. It challenges the listener to understand the perspectives of others and to embrace the questions that arise in moments of quiet reflection.

]]>5d86a896-111b-4a3c-9833-9f37825d4858Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the complexities of freedom and the hidden stories behind celebrations. It explores the meaning of freedom, the loneliness behind celebrations, the unseen stories of others, and the reflection that comes with silence. It challenges the listener to understand the perspectives of others and to embrace the questions that arise in moments of quiet reflection.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:16:293Episode 3: What the Fireworks Can't Tell Usfull<![CDATA[Episode 2: LIFE FOR THE FIRST TIME]]>The podcast explores the complexities of life, emphasizing that every experience is a unique and first-time encounter. It challenges the notion of a 'right path' and highlights the importance of learning through experience. The discussion delves into the complexities of marriage, parenting, and the inevitability of life's imperfections, highlighting the importance of personal growth and extending grace to oneself and others. Ultimately, it conveys the message that we are all navigating life's uncertainties together.

]]>6090b933-80de-404d-8131-5e13f90e2ff2Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>The podcast explores the complexities of life, emphasizing that every experience is a unique and first-time encounter. It challenges the notion of a 'right path' and highlights the importance of learning through experience. The discussion delves into the complexities of marriage, parenting, and the inevitability of life's imperfections, highlighting the importance of personal growth and extending grace to oneself and others. Ultimately, it conveys the message that we are all navigating life's uncertainties together.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:15:072Episode 2: LIFE FOR THE FIRST TIMEfull<![CDATA[Episode 6: Don't Wish You Had]]>The conversation emphasizes the importance of not waiting until it's too late to have important conversations and the significance of making time for meaningful connections. It delves into the weight of regret and the impact of missed opportunities, urging listeners to reach out and make time for conversations that matter.

]]>008889ab-c912-4efe-a042-413e3c008828Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:15:00 GMT<p>The conversation emphasizes the importance of not waiting until it's too late to have important conversations and the significance of making time for meaningful connections. It delves into the weight of regret and the impact of missed opportunities, urging listeners to reach out and make time for conversations that matter.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:05:14Episode 6: Don't Wish You Hadfull<![CDATA[Finding The Path]]>You're living life for the first time. Every decision you make is based on what you know, what you've experienced, and who you are in that moment. You can't make yesterday's choices with today's wisdom. Growth comes from learning, not from expecting yourself to have known what you couldn't have known.

]]>b1514ddb-10ad-4cad-be83-28756611068bFri, 26 Jun 2026 19:03:33 GMT<p>You're living life for the first time. Every decision you make is based on what you know, what you've experienced, and who you are in that moment. You can't make yesterday's choices with today's wisdom. Growth comes from learning, not from expecting yourself to have known what you couldn't have known.</p>no00:00:34Finding The Pathfull<![CDATA[Walking in Intention]]>It's moving forward with awareness—paying attention to where you're headed, why you're going there, and how you want to show up along the way. Whether in life or on a simple walk, intention turns ordinary movement into meaningful progress, reminding us that every step has the power to shape our direction.

]]>f6e6b8a1-98d6-4783-aa82-c8bc32436600Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:52:10 GMT<p>It's moving forward with awareness—paying attention to where you're headed, why you're going there, and how you want to show up along the way. Whether in life or on a simple walk, intention turns ordinary movement into meaningful progress, reminding us that every step has the power to shape our direction.</p>no00:00:11Walking in Intentionfull<![CDATA[From McDonald's to Pizza Hut]]>Most of us think success follows a straight line, but Delton’s story proves otherwise. At 67, he’s built a life rich with lessons from mistakes, faith, and relentless perseverance. Why authentic growth often comes through sideways moves and unexpected detours

]]>232a277c-6d0f-4c7b-8061-a9c71d7ad567Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:02:53 GMT<p>Most of us think success follows a straight line, but Delton’s story proves otherwise. At 67, he’s built a life rich with lessons from mistakes, faith, and relentless perseverance. Why authentic growth often comes through sideways moves and unexpected detours</p>no00:00:47From McDonald's to Pizza Hutbonus<![CDATA[Finding My Path]]>You’ll discover how he unlocked resilience during his darkest hours and found purpose through faith and intentional living. His story isn’t just about success; it’s about understanding that sometimes the path finds you, especially when you keep walking with faith and focus.

]]>8fe2e9b8-e23b-4663-8564-bd98c02be086Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:49:46 GMT<p>You’ll discover how he unlocked resilience during his darkest hours and found purpose through faith and intentional living. His story isn’t just about success; it’s about understanding that sometimes the path finds you, especially when you keep walking with faith and focus.</p>no00:01:01Finding My Pathbonus<![CDATA[Episode 1: Introduction of Your Average Delton]]>In the premiere episode of A Conversation with Your Average Delton, Delton shares the story behind the man, husband, father, grandfather, business owner, and lifelong learner he has become. From growing up in East Lubbock, Texas, to building careers in fast food, franchising, and custom home construction, he reflects on the lessons learned through hard work, failure, faith, loss, and perseverance. This episode is a personal journey through the defining moments that shaped his perspective and a reminder that success isn't always a straight path—it often comes from showing up, staying intentional, and continuing to move forward.

]]>7013da03-61cd-46cb-b660-1a97365712e0Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:29:26 GMT<p>In the premiere episode of <i>A Conversation with Your Average Delton</i>, Delton shares the story behind the man, husband, father, grandfather, business owner, and lifelong learner he has become. From growing up in East Lubbock, Texas, to building careers in fast food, franchising, and custom home construction, he reflects on the lessons learned through hard work, failure, faith, loss, and perseverance. This episode is a personal journey through the defining moments that shaped his perspective and a reminder that success isn't always a straight path—it often comes from showing up, staying intentional, and continuing to move forward.</p>no00:10:391Episode 1: Introduction of Your Average Deltonfull