Silent Service
Two friends at different stages of life, Matt DiMauro the mentor and Will Diesel the mentee, share vulnerable conversations about faith, business, relationships, and the quiet lessons life teaches along the way. Part journal, part mentorship, and part encouragement for those learning as they go.
Silent Service
Ep. 36: Let's Get Political
In this thought-provoking episode of Silent Service, Matt DiMauro and Will Diesel step into difficult conversations with openness, honesty, and faith at the center. From heartfelt MEPS check-ins to discussions on mentorship, college, DEI, and the state of modern media, the hosts model what it means to “seek first to understand, then be understood.”
Together, they reflect on the legacy of Charlie Kirk, share personal stories of faith shaping their daily lives, and wrestle with the challenges of having civil discourse in a polarized world. Along the way, Matt and Will bring in lessons from mentors, reflections on family, and timeless reminders like the Serenity Prayer to ground the conversation.
If you have ever wondered how to engage politics and culture without losing compassion, or how to hold strong convictions while still listening with humility, this is an episode you will not want to miss.
0:00 – Welcome & Opening Thoughts
3:00 – MEPS Check-in and Life Updates
6:00 – Faith Practices and Daily Reflections
9:00 – Rules, Perception, and Self-Image
12:00 – The Hidden “Taxes” of Parenthood
15:00 – Is College a Scam? Reflections on Education
18:00 – Mentorship, Stick-to-it-ness, and Career Lessons
21:00 – Study Abroad Stories and Cultural Lessons
24:00 – Meeting Mentors and Life-Changing Connections
27:00 – DEI Debate and Meritocracy
30:00 – Classroom Stories and Personal Convictions
33:00 – Civil Debate and Understanding Perspectives
36:00 – Forgiveness, Faith, and the Example of Erica Kirk
39:00 – Politics, Patience, and Global Comparisons
42:00 – Serenity Prayer & Closing Reflections
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