Tue, Oct 19, 2021
Brooklyn-born Dan Lauria is a renowned actor and beloved TV Dad to many. He is best known for playing the memorable role of Jack Arnold in The Wonder Years, and also Jack Sullivan on Sullivan and Son. Dan is someone who has been immersed in the TV business long enough to have seen Hollywood undergo some massive change, which is something we dive deep into during this episode. He has endless stories about some of the iconic greats, many of which were his friends, co-stars, and even mentors.
Dan hasn't spent his career merely acting on TV, but also writing, and being fully entrenched in the mounting theater scene. Join us on today's episode as we talk about his deep-rooted affinity for old movies, his influential time overseas serving his country in the US Marines, his uncensored thoughts on the film industry and how it's evolved, and how he went from hometown Sports hero, to acting legend.
We chat about his early days in the business working restaurant jobs with Bruce Willis and John Goodman , his extensive list of IMDb credits, and the impact his iconic character, Jack, had on America in the hit TV show, "The Wonder Years." Dan dives into the details of the show's untimely ending, and shares what would have happened to each of the characters, had the show continued. He gets into the reasons "The Wonder Years" was so successful, including the use of masterful storytelling, solid writing, and sparing editing. It's no wonder the show got its own reboot on ABC.
We go all the way back to Dan's high school days, and talk about what it was like to be a schoolboy at Lindenhurst High School on Long Island, New York, and eventually a college kid at Southern Connecticut State University. We also talk about his enriching experience in adulthood with the Big Brothers & Sisters program, and even his newfound Tik-Tok dancing skills.What you might not know about Dan is that during his early years, in between theater jobs, he was a substitute teacher and a football and wrestling coach. He's also been known among his friends to have "double-feature night," where he plays back-to-back classic movies at his home and invites his friends and fellow cast members to partake.
Dan is not only an impressively talented and well-accomplished actor, but he is a true humanitarian and someone I now call a friend. We hope you enjoy this inspiring episode!
Dan hasn't spent his career merely acting on TV, but also writing, and being fully entrenched in the mounting theater scene. Join us on today's episode as we talk about his deep-rooted affinity for old movies, his influential time overseas serving his country in the US Marines, his uncensored thoughts on the film industry and how it's evolved, and how he went from hometown Sports hero, to acting legend.
We chat about his early days in the business working restaurant jobs with Bruce Willis and John Goodman , his extensive list of IMDb credits, and the impact his iconic character, Jack, had on America in the hit TV show, "The Wonder Years." Dan dives into the details of the show's untimely ending, and shares what would have happened to each of the characters, had the show continued. He gets into the reasons "The Wonder Years" was so successful, including the use of masterful storytelling, solid writing, and sparing editing. It's no wonder the show got its own reboot on ABC.
We go all the way back to Dan's high school days, and talk about what it was like to be a schoolboy at Lindenhurst High School on Long Island, New York, and eventually a college kid at Southern Connecticut State University. We also talk about his enriching experience in adulthood with the Big Brothers & Sisters program, and even his newfound Tik-Tok dancing skills.What you might not know about Dan is that during his early years, in between theater jobs, he was a substitute teacher and a football and wrestling coach. He's also been known among his friends to have "double-feature night," where he plays back-to-back classic movies at his home and invites his friends and fellow cast members to partake.
Dan is not only an impressively talented and well-accomplished actor, but he is a true humanitarian and someone I now call a friend. We hope you enjoy this inspiring episode!
Tue, Oct 26, 2021
Today we're giving you a little behind the scenes insight. The audio footage you're about to hear was supposed to be a rehearsal day with Scott and Jason in the studio, where they were going to just try out the gear, test out the audio equipment, maybe break a couple things, and just play around. But once they listened back to everything, they were in complete shock and awe. The sounds and rich textures they were hearing went straight through the nervous system and right into the soul. It became increasingly clear that we potentially have a voiceover legend on staff, right here at Hennessey Digital, just waiting to be heard. So, it was decided. Scott Shrum would return to the studio, to finish the epic episode that he started. We just had to hear those vocals again, on these high performing mics. The world, they deserve to know. They deserve to know how Scott went to space camp in Huntsville, Alabama, how he's lived and visited various parts of the country, that he's an alumni of MIT and Northwestern, about his incredible Jeopardy. championship, and that he's a great father and husband. So ladies and gentlemen, back by popular demand, Scott Shrum in the flesh, with us at Hennessey Studios.
Tue, Nov 2, 2021
Today at Hennessey Studios, we get down to business with CEO and savvy entrepreneur, Terri Rockovich. At just 36 years old, this die-hard Steelers fan is a fundraising genius who gives us the inside scoop on how she turned thousands into millions. Terri is a true jack of all trades when it comes to business and marketing, and her impressive range of high level experience makes for a jam-packed episode, filled with unique knowledge, entertaining anecdotes, and a few rounds of advanced dog trivia. Tune in as we delve deep and extract what it takes to build a successful brand from the ground up with the co-founder of Jinx, a pet wellness brand that sells and delivers premium nutritional food for dogs. We also uncover some of the strategies that Terri and her team at Jinx use to expand their brand and grow as leaders. If we've got any aspiring entrepreneurs or dog lovers listening today, curl up and get comfy, because you're in for a real treat.
Tue, Nov 9, 2021
Today, it's our great pleasure to be talking with writer, director, veteran actor and master teacher, John D'Aquino. You may know him from shows such as Corey in the House, NCIS, Dexter, Quantum Leap, seaQuest, Hannah Montana, and Seinfeld, where he played the notorious, Todd Gack. From weathering a slew of acting rejections, to getting discovered while slinging drinks at a famous seafood restaurant, we join John on his rollercoaster journey through the extreme highs and lows of booming Hollywood in the '80s. Be it auditioning for The Godfather III in front of Coppola, or hobnobbing with Barbara Streisand and Warren Beatty during the '84 Olympics, John shares endless industry stories, including how he finally got his big break. Mentored by Tony award-winning Charles Nelson Reilly and iconic Burt Reynolds, John has had a deep yearning to share his knowledge and passion for the arts, eventually leading him to found his own Young Actors Workshop, which has grown successfully and exponentially over the years. To top it all off, he serves as a big brother with the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. John can honestly say that he's made Larry David and Seinfeld laugh, really respects the art of acting, has a heart of gold, and lucky for us, he's made time in his busy schedule to be here today.
Tue, Nov 16, 2021
Today's episode features an exciting and dedicated guest, Collin Mayne, who somehow found time in his ridiculously busy schedule to fly over 2,000 miles from Nashville, Tennessee, to be here with me today in Los Angeles. For those of you who don't know Collin, he was born and raised in Canada, currently lives throughout the United States, and travels all over the world, making a living by speaking, working out, and practicing what he preaches. He was a fitness model and a physique competitor. He's an ex-MMA fighter and a motivational speaker. He's a successful entrepreneur, a social media influencer, a dog lover, and honestly, one of the nicest guys I've ever had the pleasure of getting to know and share stories with. Join us this hour as we talk with Collin about his roots, reps, risks, rewards, and responsibilities. All of these have helped him to lead a healthier and wealthier life, along with a variety of businesses.
Tue, Nov 23, 2021
Debi Derryberry is a master voice actor, vocal coach, and mentor whose impressive 35 years in the business has helped create countless recognizable characters for TV, film, and video games. Best known for voicing the iconic cartoon character, Jimmy Neutron, Debi's a pretty big deal or, shall I say, "Little Deal" as they affectionately call her in the industry, considering that she stands at just 4 feet 10 inches. Her voiceover talent has garnered her characters in movies from Toy Story to The Incredibles to Wreck-It Ralph and even Trolls, and on any given day, she can be found going head-to-head with talented 12-year-olds, competing for the very same vocal roles. We welcome you to today's episode as Debi sits down with us to chat about the wide range of characters she has voiced, the music she has helped create, and the lasting impact she has made on those close to her and those who are able to hear her incredibly versatile voice. Thank you again for tuning into our podcast and learning more about the amazing Debi Derryberry.
Tue, Dec 7, 2021
Today, we're delighted to sit down with the multi-talented writer, actor, woodworker, and improv comedy showman, Mark Odlum. Join us as we engage in a spirited discussion touching on everything from gripping ghost stories, to microdosing magic mushrooms, mastering the art of carpentry, to leading the charge on the very unknown, wildly mysterious, and unbearably painful cluster headaches. We follow Mark all the way through his mischievous class clown years growing up on the East Coast, finally making it out west to LA where he married the love of his life and appeared in TV shows such as Adam Ruins Everything, Insecure, and Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman's Making It. He stands over 6'2", has broken almost every bone in his body, and has more than one potentially critically-acclaimed novel ready for bookshelves near you. We're proud and enthusiastic to introduce Mark Odlum.
From Los Angeles to Australia, to India, and to the depths of the ocean floor, Hannah Fraser made a name for herself by being the world's first freelance mermaid. However, she's much more than just a woman playing dress-up. From fishing out pennies at the bottom of the pool as a kid, to creating her first fully functional mermaid tail, to swimming with great whites and stingrays, Hannah is an ocean enthusiast, a conservationist, an underwater performer, and an all-around creative visionary. She's referred to as the "Queen of the Mermaids" and can hold her breath for up to 4 minutes, freediving to depths of over 50 feet. Listen in as she gives us tips on how you can become a mermaid or merman, and how you can help conserve and raise awareness to endangered habitats and animals. Join us for a fascinating conversation where we dive below the surface to find out what it's like to be a real-life mermaid with a purpose.
Mon, Dec 20, 2021
Adam Chester is an exceptionally talented composer, conductor, and arranger. Not only that, he is a husband, father, author, and aspiring TV show producer. A modern-day Renaissance Man. Recently, I had the great honor of having Adam on the show, and learning about his experiences as a kid growing up in Miami Beach pretending to be Sir Elton John in his living room, all the way to working and rehearsing closely with Elton and the Elton John Band for 17 years, in what many would consider the ultimate dream job. Adam is the epitome of doing what you love so that you never have to work a day in your life, and his unique connection to Elton goes way beyond simply complimenting each other's signature eyewear. We talk about how he's a sushi connoisseur, a published author, a musical prodigy, and an all-around fun-loving guy. We also play a rousing game of Elton John Trivia that results in a ton of laughs, and we get to know Adam on a deeper level with a short segment we call "Hennessey Heart-to-Heart."
Tue, Dec 21, 2021
Today, we have the great pleasure of sitting down with one of LA's top multicultural stand-up comedians: the very funny and wonderfully entertaining: Omid Singh. Join us as we trace his center-stage journey beginning with elementary school talent shows, all the way to following Jerry Seinfeld's set in Las Vegas. We talk about how being born to an Iranian mother and Indian father while moving between San Diego and Dubai has allowed him to connect with any audience on any stage. We play some games, exchange philosophical ideas, and learn more about how Omid's travels and life experiences have shaped the comedian that he is today, and what he aspires to accomplish. He's a Roast Battle extraordinaire, a Beastie Boy Rap lover, an improv enthusiast, and an all-around genuinely nice person.
Tue, Jan 4, 2022
Today's guest has been hustling and brainstorming creative avenues to make money and live a fulfilling life since before he can remember. Erik Huberman is a self-made e-commerce guru, author, advisor, and consultant who has revolutionized the marketing ecosystem as we know it. Erik and his team at Hawke Media are the recipients of numerous awards that include being listed on Inc.'s "5000 Fastest Growing Companies" of 2020 and Fortune's "50 Best Workplaces in California." Personal awards and recognitions for Mr. Huberman include Forbes' "30 Under 30," and Best in Biz's "Marketing Executive of the Year." Join us as we talk about how he grew his company from the ground up with zero outside funding, to ultimately managing media marketing for over 600 brands, ranging from Red Bull to Eddie Bauer. On top of running his business, Erik is a contributor to Forbes and Entrepreneur magazines, produces and hosts a podcast, and will publish a book very soon. We also learn more about Erik's life and dive into his interests outside the office, as we get to talking about his many exotic vacations and adventures with his wife, and his overall philosophy of life. We wrap the show with our signature "Hennessey Heart-to-Heart" segment to get a peek into Erik's deeper thoughts about himself and the people he cares about.
Tue, Jan 11, 2022
Today we're joined by the fiercely compassionate and uniquely intuitive Lisa Tahir. She's a licensed social worker, psychotherapist, podcast host, founder of Psychoastrology and published author whose book is endorsed by His Holiness The Dalai Lama. Lisa grew up in New Orleans and moved to Los Angeles on a whim to expand her social work practice and follow her dreams. She now has two offices and frequently travels between both cities with her cats. She continually works to break the limitations that she felt were holding her back from her passions of life. These include helping people heal, meditating, working out, writing, teaching, and spending time with loved ones. Lisa is on a mission to help individuals uncover their core wounding through their natal placement of a lesser known planet called Chiron. Tune in as we chat about everything under the stars, including the art of glassblowing, the power of thought, the healing frequency of love and even our biggest kitchen failures.
Tue, Jan 18, 2022
Sketch comedy wiz and improv master, Neil Casey, is a 2-time Primetime Emmy nominated writer, actor, Upright Citizens Brigade veteran, father, and pilot. He's toured with Amy Schumer, acted on-screen in comedies such as Veep, White House Plumbers, Other Space, and Making History, and he was even a writer for Saturday Night Live in 2012. Those are just a few of the vast amount of productions Neil feels he's been lucky to be a part of, since starting his professional career in 1998. He's also been nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award for his work on the 31st Film Independent Awards, in addition to receiving 5 award nominations from the Writers Guild of America. Neil's tenacity, dedication, and openness to constructive criticism are just some of the key qualities he possesses that have allowed him to achieve so much in his field and become recognized for his work. In today's episode, Neil gives us his theories about what makes a person funny, the methods he uses, his preferred places to fly and to write, and shares who he thinks is the funniest person alive today. We also ask Neil some 'Connection Questions' where he plays along and opens up to some quirky topics. Listen in as Neil spills what really went on behind the revolving door of the SNL writing room, the rules of comedy, what he calls 'writing into the garbage,' and why K-sounding words are always funnier.
Tue, Jan 25, 2022
Philadelphia-born and Jersey Shore-raised, trombone player, Richie "LaBamba" Rosenberg is easily recognizable on TV with the Conan O'Brien band wearing his signature Panama hat and rocking out on his trombone. But his fascinating career as a musician spans way beyond the 25 years he spent on late night television. Join us as we delve deep into his star-studded younger years and hear stories of his time touring with Diana Ross, growing up best friends with Bruce Springsteen, playing for The Clintons, and sharing the stage with such music legends as Frank Sinatra, Pavarotti, and Jon Bon Jovi. We also connect with Richie more personally with our signature "Hennessey Heart-to-Heart" segment, where he reveals the most spontaneous thing he's ever done, his go-to karaoke song, what music means to him, and much more. He's a loving husband of 34 years, a father of five musical children, and it's an honor to have him here today.
Tue, Feb 1, 2022
He's the Co-Founder of Sports 1 Marketing agency, and the former CEO, whose dramatic rise and fall was the real-life inspiration behind the iconic film, Jerry Maguire. Join us as we talk about David's journey from growing up poor, to being a millionaire just 9 months out of law school, losing everything, and building it all back. Be it quantum healing workshops in India, building high schools in Africa, or leading his 21 years of free trainings, David is on a life mission to "inspire 1 billion people." Mr. Meltzer has also been a best-selling author, an executive producer, a podcast host, and has been recognized as Sports Humanitarian of the Year by Variety. As he says, if he's wanted to try something, he probably already has. He is truly a sound-bite machine, and packs so much knowledge and wisdom that you may have to listen twice. So buckle up and get ready for a vulnerable and unfiltered conversation that's about to blow your mind.
Tue, Feb 8, 2022
Today we have the great honor of sitting down with top high-profile attorney Lisa Bloom, who's been making momentous strides in women's rights for the past three decades. Being born to the legendary Gloria Allred, one of our country's most well-known and effective fighters for women's rights, the need to advocate for quality and stand up for the underdog, runs in Lisa's blood. She made a name for herself by representing women in several nationally-followed cases, and has been paramount in shifting the narrative around sexual harassment and abuse, making the world a safer place for women everywhere to step forward and speak out. In addition to her impressive career as an attorney, Lisa is also a legal analyst, a best-selling author, a successful talk show host, lover of the great outdoors, a devoted animal rights' and environmental activist, and a prominent voice in the MeToo movement.
Tue, Feb 15, 2022
It's our great pleasure today to welcome triple-time Emmy-nominated editor, filmmaker, and author, Roger Nygard, who is best-known for his documentary films, Trekkies, The Nature of Existence, and The Truth About Marriage. Roger's also directed popular TV series, such as The Office and The Bernie Mac Show, and co-produced and edited the docuseries, The Comedy Store. His latest book, Cut to the Monkey, is about making and editing hit comedy series', which shares invaluable wisdom from comedic luminaries such as Sacha Baron Cohen, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and Larry David. Join us as we trace Roger's exciting journey from growing up on the north arm of Lake Minnetonka, to mailing out 1,000 resumes, to eventually making it big as a Hollywood editor, cutting hit TV shows such as Curb Your Enthusiasm, Grey's Anatomy, Veep, Who Is America?, and more. We also get deep as he spills the secret to having a happy relationship and what, according to him, is the meaning of life.
Sat, Jan 22, 2022
Certified pet aesthetician and animal intuitive Cate Garcia has been communicating with animals for as long as she can remember. What started as merely a childhood passion turned into a lucrative 30-year career as a luxury pet groomer, providing top of the line care and pampering to thousands of pooches throughout Southern California. Since an early age, Cate has explored her gift of being able to understand the pets she grooms and takes care of, and helps them maintain healthy coats using the broad range of pet skincare products she works with and makes widely available. Her abilities in conjunction with the stellar products she uses have helped animals everywhere maximize the health and beauty of their skin, coat, and overall quality of life. Join us as we talk about her wild journey that's taken her from punk rock, rebellious high school years to international trade shows in Italy, all the way to working behind the scenes in Hollywood getting canines camera ready on HBO Max's competition series Haute Dog, and helping Jason and his wife, Bridget, understand their dog, Archie, a little better.
Tue, Mar 1, 2022
In today's star-powered episode, we get the chance to sit down with the remarkably accomplished and charismatic Rich Correll. He's a successful sitcom creator and director, TV actor, writer, producer, author, and collector whose 2,900-piece private collection of sci-fi, fantasy and horror film memorabilia is famed as the largest in the world, and the only of its kind. Join us as Rich shares exclusive and almost unbelievable stories from his charmed childhood growing up next door to the Playboy Mansion and having neighbors and close friends such as Walt Disney, Hugh Hefner, Judy Garland, Humphrey Bogart, Carol Burnett, Fred Astaire, and Jerry Lewis, just to name a few. Rich takes us on a journey from his start co-starring in Leave It to Beaver to eventually directing his 719th episode of television. He's directed and produced some of the most well-known sitcoms in history, including Happy Days, Laverne and Shirley, Full House, Family Matters, Married... With Children, The Suite Life of Zack and Cody and the show that he created with Miley Cyrus, Hannah Montana, and he doesn't have plans of stopping anytime soon. Tune in for a wild ride as we cover everything from his crippling fear of needles, to throwing epic 8,000 person Halloween parties, and his passionate commitment to preserving history.
Tue, Mar 8, 2022
Today on the podcast, we sit down with cosmetic surgeon, author, triathlete, and master rock climber, Dr. Robert Yoho. Throughout his long-standing career as a physician, Robert became more and more skeptical about medical corporations and has since dedicated his time to raising awareness about corruption in the healthcare system. Dr. Yoho has performed over a thousand cosmetic surgeries and has passed the boards by the American Board of Dermatologic Cosmetic Surgery, American Board of Laser Surgery, and the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Jason calls him the "man of many lives" since he's climbed places such as Devil's Peak in Wyoming, The Naked Edge in Denver, and Half Dome in Yosemite; competed in bodybuilding competitions, practices yoga, and dabbles in mixed martial arts. Join us as we talk about his compelling books, Butchered By "Healthcare" and Hormone Secrets, and hear from Robert the importance of being our own advocate when it comes to healthcare and how we can do our part to reform and repair the system.
Tue, Mar 15, 2022
Today we get to talk with actor, speaker transformation coach, cancer survivor, and Emmy Award-winner Réal Andrews. Best known as a soap opera star, he's most recognized by his daytime television fans for his role as Lieutenant Taggert on General Hospital or Chance Walker in Soldier of Fortune. Despite growing up with nothing, living on the other side of the tracks, and moving from one apartment to the next with a single mom, Réal was raised in a loving and supportive environment, to which he attributes his success and positive mindset. In this inspiring and heartfelt episode, we go deep into Réal's weight loss journey, and discuss his battle with alcoholism and addiction, and how he fought and beat cancer. We also talk about how he built two seven-figure businesses, became the first black stuntman in Canada, and eventually founded the very first mental wellness company. Réal keeps it real when Jason asks him a few "Would you rather" questions and answers the first thing that comes to his mind in our signature segment, "Hennessey Heart-to-Heart."
Tue, Mar 22, 2022
Today, it's our great pleasure to be sitting down with entrepreneur, executive coach, and good friend, Troy Hoffman. We trace his career trajectory from his humble beginnings, hog hunting and flounder gigging in Cocoa Beach, Florida, to where he is today, founding and running Simpluris, a successful class action settlement administration company. Troy's enjoyed a wide range of success, including building five multi-million dollar businesses from scratch, earning degrees in multinational financing and performance management psychology, and coaching fellow entrepreneurs to develop similar habits and values to grow their businesses and capacities. In this powerful and emotional episode that's jam packed with words of wisdom, we get specific about how to rewire your mind for happiness, magnetize what you want by shifting your mindset, and how to build and scale something from nothing. Listen in as we go over the importance of identifying and removing your triggers, taking a methodical approach to daily living and finding your very own meaning of success.
Tue, Mar 29, 2022
Between Adam being born with cerebral palsy and confined to a wheelchair, or Noah's recovery from his harrowing near-death experience, it's clear that the unwavering zeal for life and immense success in business achieved by these brothers is due to their unshakable can-do attitude. Tune in and enjoy this unbelievably inspiring episode, as we trace their journey from selling neon glow sticks at school parties to building invaluable business relationships and multiple thriving companies from the ground up. Adam and Noah also describe what it was like growing up in a family that encouraged boldness, kindness, and the art of selling and marketing different trends. Today's episode is filled with engaging stories, trivia knowledge, and brotherly love.
Tue, Apr 5, 2022
Today we're delighted to sit down with accomplished pediatrician and Houston, Texas native, Dr. Alex Yudovich. With an expertise in preventative medicine, Dr. Yudovich has a passion for teaching health literacy and dispelling medical myths. Join us as we chat about everything from Alex meeting his wife at LA Children's Hospital, to discussing the complexities of ADHD, and the over-prescription of antibiotics, how Alex defines success, and his top tips to managing self-doubt. He also details how he and a colleague were able to keep their preschool safely open during the pandemic by following CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines, as well as advocating for education in preventative measures and medicines. We also dive into his unexpected Mexican heritage and hear about his unbelievable family lineage, which entails narrowly escaping Nazi-occupied France.
Tue, Apr 12, 2022
In today's episode, we sit down with the lovely and compassionate Alana Miller. She's a science and psychology nerd and a professional psychic who made her mark in the nonprofit management space. Alana's also a strong advocate for diversity, and shares all about the mission she is on to empower low-income at-risk youth and their families with the skills necessary to pursue higher education and create strong communities. In this deep and vulnerable episode, we discuss the nuances of the foster care system, how to deconstruct the negative narrative in our minds, find our tribe, and embrace all parts of ourselves. We also tap into Jason's spiritual side as he receives his first ever tarot card reading.
Tue, Apr 19, 2022
Today's an exciting day. We're sitting down, talking, and listening to someone who Jason hopes to call a new friend by the end of the conversation, David Matthew Brown. David is a published author, a world-renowned speaker, a teacher, a counselor, a spiritualist, and a man who self-proclaims died and then was reborn. He's had a successful podcast where he interviewed some 600 people that includes Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Byron Katie, and Dr. Bernie Seigel. He's a single dad (a soccer dad, at that), and he was once up for one of the biggest acting roles in the history of cinema, as far as fantasy genre is concerned. Mr. Brown has been interviewed by CBS Radio, the HuffPost, and he's here with us today at Hennessey Studios in North Hollywood on the Television Academy campus.
Tue, May 10, 2022
Today on The Jason Hennessey Podcast, we get real and raw with creative director, artist, and marketing maverick, Lindsey Heppner. She's the CEO and Founder of Vampped, the internationally renowned creative agency that revolutionized the social media space by being one of the first to monetize influencers and align them with brands on Instagram. In today's episode, Lindsey shares how she's been making waves for as long as she can remember. We recount her journey from her beginnings as a California surfer girl, painting for her dad's business, to creating Vampped with $0 after a chilling near-fatal car accident, to throwing historic celebrity parties at Coachella, and eventually working with such iconic brands such as Harley-Davidson, Amazon, Sephora, Puma, and countless others. Lindsey is a fearless risk taker, big dreamer, fitness enthusiast, astrology lover, innovative designer, and is committed to inspiring others just as life has inspired her.
Tue, May 24, 2022
Today we sit down with the exceptionally charismatic, successful, and totally humble restaurateur, Richard Pink. He's co-owner of the legendary Pink's Hot Dogs, a Los Angeles institution that has been bringing smiles, satisfaction, and snappy sausages to its clientele since 1939. Listen in as we discover how Pink's Hot Dog Stand went from a little push cart to a Hollywood legend and celebrity hot-spot, eventually garnering an endless list of superstar patrons such as Diana Ross, Tom Hanks, Brad Pitt, Oprah, Marlon Brando, and hundreds more. In this inspiring episode, Richard gives us the inside scoop on expanding business overseas, the origins of his secret chili recipe, and why making a difference is always more rewarding than making a buck.
Tue, Jun 7, 2022
Today's guest is the lovely and inspiring Georgetta Foreman. She's a supervising producer for court TV; a Jefferson, Texas native; and the daughter of legendary heavyweight world champion of boxing, George Foreman. In our engaging and motivating talk, we learn what it's like to grow up fishing and crabbing on the ranch with The Champ. We talk about her job at HBO Sports, her feelings about working alongside her dad, the pivots she made while she was away from law school, and how this mother of two boldly moved her family across the country to pursue her dreams. This conversation is loaded with words of wisdom and truth as we get to the heart of why everybody loves a comeback, how tough times build tough people, and why it's most rewarding to feel the fear, but do it anyway.
Tue, Jun 21, 2022
Today, it's my great pleasure to be sitting down with retired NFL running back, pro-baseball outfielder, entrepreneur, and family man, Tyler Gaffney. Listen in as we trace his whirlwind sports career from playing college baseball at Stanford and being minor league captain, all the way through playing football for the New England Patriots and winning the Super Bowl. But just because he went from taking the Megabus to charter planes doesn't mean his life is all glitz and glamour. Today, we get deep and vulnerable into the non-Facebook version of life, the rigorous reality of a pro-football player's schedule, healing from a plague of injuries, having kids at 24, and the bold sacrifices one needs to make in order to win the game and live life to the fullest.
Tue, Jul 5, 2022
Today, we have the great pleasure of sitting alongside the highly esteemed epidemiologist and public health researcher and professional, Dr. Debra Furr-Holden. After earning her bachelor's and PhD from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, she's gone on to have an immensely impressive career dedicated to solving health disparities, advocating for preventative medicine, and sounding the horn for leaders to make change. Probably most known for her massive and highly effective efforts in addressing the Flint, Michigan water crisis, she is also the brand new Dean of NYU's School of Global Public Health, sits on multiple task forces for racial disparity and inequity, and even achieved the monumental feat of closing the COVID racial disparity gap in Michigan, and has sustained that progress. Above all, Dr. Deb advocates for being unapologetically yourself and inspires others to do the same.
Tue, Jul 19, 2022
Ranked as the #2 poker player in the world in 2006, World Series of Poker champ turned entrepreneur, David Daneshgar, always knew he was destined for more. Join us as Jason chats with the Berkeley grad about his love for soccer and the Lakers, being a math whiz, and a self-proclaimed nerd. Jason gets to the bottom of why David's fascinated with statistics and probability, and how betting with friends in high school set him up for later in life. David will share his journey to success starting with collecting baseball cards which later turned into playing cards at casinos around the globe, and eventually pushing him to gamble on a couple companies: BloomNation and Whippy. Tune in to today's engaging episode as Jason's curiosity leads David to spill how he convinced Lakers' owner, the late Jerry Buss, to write him a recommendation letter to business school, what it truly takes to be a great poker player, a better business owner, and even better person.
Tue, Aug 2, 2022
Our guest today, who we're honored to be sitting down with, truly embodies the concept of making your mess your message. Internationally renowned neurologist, researcher, and traumatic brain injury specialist, Dr. Jonathan Fellus, is more than just your typical brain doctor. He's a lover of language, steward of storytelling, medicinal mushroom forager, and one of the brightest and creative minds in the field of neurorehabilitation. Fueled by his intense desire to problem-solve no matter how complex, Dr. Fellus is the rarely tenacious and exceptional out-of-the-box thinker that our black-and-white healthcare system desperately needs more of. Tune into this captivating and mind-expanding conversation that broaches everything from the concept of free will, the power of integrative medicine, a controversial case involving a Saudi princess in coma, and Dr. Fellus' unbelievable personal journey.
Tue, Aug 16, 2022
Today, we have the great honor of sitting down with world-renowned mindset coach, the powerful and inspiring Natasha Graziano. Ranked #1 female motivational speaker under 40 in the world by Forbes magazine and Business Insider, Natasha is one of the most influential thought leaders of our generation. She's passionate about helping people transform their lives and does so through her MBS method, which combines neuroscience and ancient breathing techniques. Tune in as she shares an unbelievable journey starting out as a single mom without a roof over her head to becoming a best-selling author, meeting the love of her life, acquiring 11 million Instagram followers and moving to the U.S. to grow her business and following in just 4 years' time. Her determination, work ethic and brand savviness had made her a mogul in the industry and an up-and-coming entrepreneur who will soon be a household name.
Tue, Aug 30, 2022
Today in the studio, we have the privilege of interviewing young actor, martial artist, and dumpling enthusiast, Brandon Soo Hoo. After acting in Toys "R" Us commercial, Brandon caught his big break at just 11 years old, starring in the mega hit film, Tropic Thunder. He shares with us what it's like to play the iconic role of Tran, the contentious young cartel leader, and spend months living in Kauai, acting sparring alongside comedy legends, Ben Stiller and Jack Black. He also shares tales from his crazy life journey involving opulent royal weddings in Cambodia, a new anime series on Netflix, and an exciting and unexpected new oversea venture. Tune in as we play a rousing game of "New Phone Who Dis?" And hear all about how Brandon harnesses and embraces his eccentricities, including his deep-rooted fascination with Cantonese cuisine, reptiles, insects, and the Mantis shrimp.
Tue, Sep 13, 2022
Today we get the chance to sit down with two-time World Series of Poker champion, Dan Cates. Known to many as "Jungleman Dan," and regarded as one of the leading poker players today. Dan recently secured one of the most coveted titles in the game for a second time in a row as he made history by winning back-to-back $50,000 poker championship titles in both 2021 and '22. This extraordinary win broke records and totaled his live cash earnings to well above $11 million, a drastic shift from his humble beginnings working at McDonald's to offset thousands of dollars in debt. So, join us as we broach everything from the lessons Dan learned from hiking Mount Kilimanjaro, his experience with his strip-poker-playing alter ego, and the beauty that comes along with surrendering to the flow of life.