TFEs: Thoughts. Feelings. Emotions. (sports)
Psychology & Relationships
About
TFEs is a podcast hosted by a married couple Kelsey and Dalen Cuff — both former college athletes and now on-air sports personalities — who dive into life’s rawest moments with humor, heart, and honesty. TFEs stands for Thoughts, Feelings, Emotions, an abbreviation that became the foundational phrase their relationship was built on.This isn’t just a podcast about relationships or sports. It’s about real life. From parenting and marriage, to mental health, personal growth, and sports moments that resonate — TFEs is where therapy meets real life and love.
Episodes
- Church and Mental State
Kelsey and Dalen discuss mental health awareness. They explore prioritizing mental health and the possible role of religion when positive steps still leave something missing.
- Masculine Morals
Kelsey and Dalen discuss male friendships and the evolving perception of masculinity. They also cover morality, consequences, and emotional expressions.
- Take me back to Spring Break
Kelsey and Dalen discuss their recent miscarriage and the support they received. They also reflect on family Spring Break experiences and the memories created, as well as the importance of hose length.
- It happened again
Dalen and Kelsey share their experiences with pregnancy loss, detailing the emotional challenges faced during a busy period. They discuss the role of faith, the pressures of aging, and the difficulty of recurrent loss while hoping for more…
- Where are you irreplaceable?
Dalen and Kelsey discuss what it means to be irreplaceable, the importance of daily gratitude, and fighting for your marriage even when things are good. They explore prioritizing aspects of life where one feels essential.
- Feb sadness, March madness
Dalen and Kelsey discuss navigating a busy period marked by season chaos and family loss, reflecting on a 97-year life and the challenges of podcasting with a toddler present during March Madness.
- Loving Love
Kelsey expresses her love for Love, while Dalen questions his own feelings. They explore the significance of setting a positive tone with children and cherishing small actions. The episode also delves into the deeper meaning of the Souther…
- The impact of empathy
This episode of TFEs: Thoughts. Feelings. Emotions. (sports) focuses on empathy, exploring how a morning was disrupted and posing questions about emotional reactions and personal influence. The hosts consider the meaning of empathy in thei…
- Talk TFEs to me
Dalen and Kelsey discuss their contrasting mental states post-work trips, exploring the fulfillment derived from a child's achievements and the necessity of direct communication in partnerships.
- The Spoken Word & Raw Dogging Rides
Dalen and Kelsey discuss the power of listening to voices without digital distraction, the experience of driving in silence, and a celebration of an anniversary. The conversation also includes personal anecdotes from Dalen related to his e…
- New Year’s Hopes, Last Year’s Learnings
Kelsey and Dalen reflect on the highs of 2025 and discuss hopes, resolutions, and New Year's Eve experiences for 2026, considering changing life stages.
- Holiday Highs and Lows
In this episode, Dalen and Kelsey explore the emotional landscape of the holidays, covering family traditions, the significance of Christmas, and how the season can evoke reflections on both cherished memories and unrealized aspirations. T…
- Title: Making Space For What?
Kelsey and Dalen discuss why men struggle when sick, Notre Dame's football playoff situation, and how to handle unexpected life events. They also touch on faith, self-motivation, and dealing with pregnancy loss.
- Holiday Priorities
Kelsey and Dalen reflect on their Thanksgiving family trip to Atlanta, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing each other during the busy holiday season. The episode includes a humorous anecdote about a child's creative, albeit awkward,…
- all I want for my birthday
Kelsey and Dalen reflect on their birthdays, discussing aging, changing desires, and the idea that chaos can be beneficial. They also consider the social dynamics of attending Thanksgiving with a friend's family.
- From HAVE to, to GET to.
This episode of TFEs explores the psychological shift from a 'have to' mindset to a 'get to' mindset. Hosts Dalen and Kelsey also revisit a letter they wrote to themselves three months prior and discuss everyday topics.
- Goals & Nightmares
Dalen and Kelsey are back to discuss future goals and how to make them attainable, considering their potential impact on the family and the risks of being too goal-oriented.
- Goals and Distractions
Kelsey and Dalen discuss the importance of setting and writing down goals. They are sidetracked by random stories and anecdotes, including a discussion on Back To The Future.
- Main character energy: Anxiety
Dalen and Kelsey discuss the complexities of anxiety, drawing parallels from a children's movie. They explore how to manage adult anxieties, learn from past traumas, and explain these emotions to children.
- Perspective and Monogrammed Sweaters
This episode of TFEs features a discussion inspired by Taylor Swift, using metaphors like exit signs and kaleidoscopes. The hosts reflect on their work week and a college basketball player's influence on understanding the importance of bei…
- Therapy For Everyone
In this episode of TFEs: Thoughts. Feelings. Emotions., hosts Dalen and Kelsey share their perspectives on therapy, addressing its stigma, impact, and the motivations for seeking it. They also discuss the phenomenon of therapists ghosting…
- What’s your greatest fear?
Kelsey and Dalen explore the topic of fear, ranging from irrational phobias to the profound fear associated with losing a loved one. Dalen reflects on his experiences with grief and the enduring presence of his father.
- Couples Who Sleep Together
In this episode, Kelsey and Dalen discuss parenting and the importance of couples going to bed together, recounting a travel experience.
- Being busy: a blessing and a curse
This episode of TFEs delves into the complexities of being busy, linking it to job changes and self-worth. Hosts Kelsey and Dalen share personal stories about contrasting date nights and the experience of meeting admired figures.
- Community, College Football and a Red Wagon
Kelsey and Dalen discuss the impact of online communities in sharing personal grief and challenges. They also explore college football, Bill Belichick, and the concept of a fulfilling 'red wagon' life.
- Quiet grief, loss & wellness
Kelsey and Dalen share their candid experience with miscarriage, discussing the associated pain, stigma, and the healing found in openly sharing their feelings.
- So what’s a TFE?
In the first episode of TFEs: Thoughts. Feelings. Emotions., hosts Dalen and Kelsey define what TFEs are. They discuss the concept's origin, its current role in their lives, and the benefits and difficulties of emotional exploration.
- TFEs: Thoughts. Feelings. Emotions. (sports)
TFEs, hosted by former college athletes Kelsey and Dalen Cuff, discusses raw life moments including parenting, marriage, mental health, personal growth, and sports, blending therapy with real-life experiences.