• The Art of Moving Slowly: Episode 2 is LIVE!

    The Art of Moving Slowly: Episode 2 is LIVE!

    Season 2 of Rebuilding Rob: The Podcast continues with a deep dive into “The Art of Moving Slowly.” In a world obsessed with instant results, Rob discusses the grit required to navigate the “tween years” of a rebuild and the importance of finding your center when life moves at 100mph.…

  • The Digital Body Language Gap: Why Texting is a Battlefield

    The Digital Body Language Gap: Why Texting is a Battlefield

    In a world of instant notifications, we’ve forgotten that a text is an invitation, not a summons. From navigating high-conflict ‘breadcrumbs’ to the tactical use of the ‘message preview,’ here is why I’ve learned that sometimes, the most powerful reply is silence. Exploring the steep learning curve of modern texting…

  • Rob Reviews: Wonder Man

    Rob Reviews: Wonder Man

    Rob reviews the Marvel Spotlight series “Wonder Man” on Disney+. Starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Simon Williams and featuring the return of Sir Ben Kingsley as Trevor Slattery, this Hollywood satire explores what happens when a struggling actor is forced to hide his ionic superpowers to catch his big break.

  • The Pulse, The Teacher, and the Decompression

    The Pulse, The Teacher, and the Decompression

    I spend more time with my students than anyone else. While they keep my “with-it-ness” sharp and my wit fast, being a teacher in 2026 requires a specific mindset that takes weeks to decompress from. Exploring the line between “what I do” and “who I am” during midwinter break.

  • The Armor and the Sword: Learning to Adult for Myself

    The Armor and the Sword: Learning to Adult for Myself

    I tell my students that growing up means doing things you don’t want to do. But for years, I avoided the hardest “adult” task of all: being direct. From “falling on the sword” to protect a false peace to realizing that my “Teacher Armor” is actually who I am, I’m…

  • The 250-Year Clock: Finding Hope at the Breaking Point

    The 250-Year Clock: Finding Hope at the Breaking Point

    Empires rarely last more than 250 years, and as we approach that exact milestone, the air feels heavy with the weight of a breaking point. From the “proverbial left hand” of political distraction to the visceral fear of the “guy next door,” I’m exploring why finding our collective “Option C”…

  • The Paper Station: My First Taste of the Hustle

    The Paper Station: My First Taste of the Hustle

    Before smartphones and the 24-hour news cycle, the morning paper was the neighborhood’s lifeline. From the “50s—no filler” days to the art of the $1.65 collection, I’m looking back at the grit, the dogs, and the business lessons of my very first job.

  • Rob Reviews – Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, episode 6 “Come, Let’s Away”

    Rob Reviews – Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, episode 6 “Come, Let’s Away”

    Rob reviews Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 6, “Come, Let’s Away.” From Paul Giamatti’s scene-stealing performance as “Nustopher” to a shocking character death, this episode delivers vintage Trek action and a classic battle of wits.

  • The Lie I Tell Myself to Get Through the Week

    The Lie I Tell Myself to Get Through the Week

    I’ve been everywhere, man.” From urban survival to suburban perks, I’ve taught in nearly every environment imaginable. But currently, I’m navigating a ‘bridge era’ where the curriculum is digital and the human element is fading. I love my job, but I’m tired of being a glorified lab supervisor. This is…

  • Lightning Proof: A 10-Year Audit on Love and Tech

    Lightning Proof: A 10-Year Audit on Love and Tech

    In 2015, I blamed social media for distracting us from marriage. In 2026, I realize it’s done something worse: it’s made us “lightning proof” to real connection.