Hector sits down with Dal Houston — attorney, rancher, motivational speaker, and self-proclaimed “eccentric cowboy” — to challenge the worn-out scripts of modern masculinity. Together, they unpack the deep emotional power of personal style, the importance of expressing your individuality (even if it means rocking British riding boots to a UFC fight), and why aging should be about speeding up, not slowing down.

From growing up in a blue-collar world with little room for uniqueness, to discovering the grounding force of tall cowboy boots and bespoke fashion, Dal offers a refreshing, grounded, and unapologetic take on what it means to be a man today. This episode is a wake-up call for any man stuck in a life of “soul-deadening” sameness, reminding us that life should be lived “hard, fun, and full of expression.”

If you’ve ever felt out of place while trying to fit in — this one’s for you.

Chapters:

00:00:00 – Meet the Eccentric Cowboy Who’s Redefining Masculinity
00:00:50 – Why What You Wear Could Be the Key to Who You Are
00:01:56 – From Shy Rancher to Fashion-Forward Philosopher
00:03:19 – Getting Stared At and Still Showing Up: The Price of Authenticity
00:05:27 – Stop Copying. Start Dressing Like You Mean It.
00:14:48 – Style Isn’t Trendy. It’s Timeless (Here’s How to Find Yours)
00:28:26 – Law, Livestock, Leather: How to Be All of Yourself at Once
00:39:51 – Don’t Slow Down. This Is What Modern Masculinity Really Looks Like

Links And Resources:

Website: www.dalhouston.com
Dal on LinkedIn
Hector Santiesteban on LinkedIn
Hector Santiesteban on Twitter

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