In this episode of The World According to Craig, we’re getting real about something a lot of people feel, but don’t always talk about… being behind.

Craig opens up about his journey toward earning his Bachelor’s in Social Work—and how real-life responsibilities, work, family, and pressure forced him to take a different path than he planned. From struggling to find an internship that fits a full-time schedule… to questioning whether he was falling behind… this episode is for anybody trying to balance survival and purpose at the same time.

This isn’t just about school. This is about identity. Responsibility. Resilience.

Because sometimes there is a delay? It’s not denial. It’s preparation.

If you’ve ever felt like your timeline got disrupted… like you’re moving slower than everyone else… or like life hit pause on your plans—this conversation will remind you:

You’re not behind. You’re building.

In this episode, we talk about:

• The reality of balancing work, school, and life
• The hidden barriers behind internships and opportunities
• Learning to advocate for yourself
• Why “longer” doesn’t mean “lesser.”
• Shifting your mindset from “late” to “on the way.”

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Stay sharp. Stay seen. Keep your mind open… and your dreams supreme.

Because what’s meant for you? It’s still coming.

In this episode of The World According to Craig, we're diving headfirst into the rise of artificial intelligence in education—and asking the real question nobody wants to answer: Is AI helping students learn, or just helping them finish faster?

I’m joined by a group of my peers from Tarleton State University: Juan Garcia, Tayler Kelley, and Maritza Rodriguez, as we break down both sides of the conversation. From AI serving as a 24/7 tutor to concerns about students losing critical-thinking skills, we keep it real about what this shift means for teachers, students, and the future of learning.

We talk about:

• The difference between working smarter vs. thinking deeper
• Whether AI is leveling the playing field—or widening the gap
• What schools should be doing right now
• And what education might look like by 2035

This isn’t about choosing sides—it’s about finding balance in a world that’s moving fast.

Because at the end of the day… Are we educating minds—or outsourcing them?

🎧 Tap in, stay sharp, and let’s talk about it.

In this debut, Craig sets the tone for what this podcast is all about: real conversations, real experiences, and real perspectives. From personal stories to cultural insights, this episode dives into the mindset behind the mic and the purpose behind the platform.

This isn’t just another podcast. It’s a space where life meets reflection; where we talk about growth, struggles, wins, and everything in between. Craig opens up about his journey, his outlook on the world, and why it’s important to speak your truth unapologetically.

If you’ve ever questioned your path, reflected on your purpose, or just needed to hear something real... this episode is for you.

🎙️ Tap in and get familiar with The World According to Craig.

For some, it’s flowers, brunch, and celebration. For others… it’s memories, silence, old photographs, and learning how to carry grief through another year.

In this deeply personal special episode of The World According to Craig, Craig opens up about losing his mother in November 2021 and how grief continues to evolve through life, fatherhood, healing, and reflection.

This episode explores:

• The emotional weight of losing a parent
• Why grief changes as you get older
• The guilt that can come with healing
• How mothers continue living through the lessons they leave behind
• Finding gratitude while still carrying pain

Craig also reflects on family, legacy, growth, and the moments that shape us long after someone is gone.

Raw. Honest. Reflective.

If you’ve ever lost someone you love… this episode may feel like a conversation you didn’t know you needed.