On this episode Rui recaps his experience at the Burbank Comedy Festival, the pros and cons of being on the road, and how valuable stage time is.

My Wife Needs a Break

Episode 13: Miles for Minutes

On this episode Rui reflects on celebrating a decade with his wife, looks back on his weak game in college, and challenges people to look beyond relationship goals.

Episode 12: Relationship Goals

After a three month break, the podcast is back and Rui is covering what life has been like since the last episode. In this episode Rui covers feeling addicted to social media, disneyland, diets, and any other random thoughts he's had in the last 90 days. New playlist has also been put up on Apple Music featuring DJ Khaled, Travis Scott, and lots of other artists.

Episode 11: Three Months in Thirty Minutes

On this episode Rui looks at the comedy influence of Jamie Foxx. We also recap what is going on with Kanye West since he's back in the news yet again. Rui looks at clips from Jamie's specials and speaks on how Jamie's comedy always showed what he had the ability to be as an entertainer. This week Khalid, 6LACK, Ty Dolla $ign, Rae Sremmurd, and Travis Scott are added to the Apple Music Playlist.

Episode 10: Foxx and Friends

On Episode 9, Rui pays respect to George Lopez and the 2004 Special "Why You Crying?". Looking at how George influenced Rui's stand up aspirations by simply being authentic. We shout out sponsors and check the haters as well before signing off. J Cole, Nick Grant, and Yo Gotti get added to the playlist over on Apple Music.

Episode 9: Do You Speak Spanish?

On this episode Rui reflects on a weekend family trip to Las Vegas, seeing Sebastian Maniscalco, and how traveling to tell jokes ain't easy. Throughout the episode Rui plays clips from Sebastian's 2014 Netflix special "Aren't You Embarrassed?". Ty Dolla $ign and Odie are added to the playlist, available on Apple Music.

Episode 8: Let's meet in Vegas

Episode 7 takes a look at Rui's recent Open Mic nights, family trips to Vegas, and getting the playlist ready. This week's comedic influence is Chris Rock, Rui examines how Chris amazed him with observations and energy. Drake, Cardi B, Bad Bunny, and J Balvin get added to the playlist again over at Apple Music.

Episode 7: Rock Is Forever

On this episode we decide to change up the format. Inspired by a couple of comedy documentaries Rui wants to share 10 of his comedic influences. This week's influence is Dave Chappelle, back in 2000 Dave released Killin' Them Softly and changed everything for a young Rui. Enjoy clips of Dave and how it inspired Rui. Also, added to the Playlist this week are Bad Bunny, Prince Royce, J Balvin, and The Weeknd.

Episode 6: Starting at Dave

Episode Five takes a look at Rappers thinking they can retire from the "game". Rui makes Final Predictions and talks about gut feelings versus what he wants to see. NBA talk, MLB avoidance, and NHL playoffs can be fun. Rui wraps things up talking about comedy open mics and giving some shout outs. Lil Dicky and Tory Lanez get added to the apple music playlist.

Episode 5: Retirement Madness

Back after a month off, explaining where we've been and where we're going. This week's episode touches on March Madness, confident Lebron, NBA playoff picture, my wife's cake vlog emergence, and my comedy life. All music mentioned on the podcast can be found on our Apple Music playlist. Hope you enjoy. -Rui

Episode 4: Back Again

Episode three of My Wife Needs a Break. This episode we’re talking about Valentine’s Day, Chris Rock’s new Netflix Special, Cavs Reloaded, LaVar Ball, and Comedy Life. Music this week from Calvin Harris, Jaden Smith, and The Black Panther Album — all songs can be found on our Apple Music Playlist.

Episode 3: Hearts & Rock

Episode Two of My Wife Needs a Break. This episode covers the Super Bowl, NBA Trade Deadline, Weight Watchers, and Comedy Stories. Music featured on the podcast can be found via Apple Music on a Playlist called “My Wife Needs a Break”. -Rui

Episode 2: Bombing in the Woods

Episode 1! Rui breaks down why his wife needs a break and what the purpose of the podcast is. Music is a big part of this episode as Rui debuts what songs will start of the playlist over on Apple Music. This episode covers rags to riches hip-hop stories, the king and tiger, Las Vegas throw downs, and trying to be a comic.

Episode 1: The Code is Vegas

My Wife Needs a Break. From me talking her ear off about things she could care less about. This podcast will be me talking about Life, Sports, Music, and my journey doing Stand Up Comedy.