Cutting Edge with Landon Sturdevant: Recent Episodes
Landon Sturdevant
To be cutting edge is to be "state-of-the-art", "progressive", and/or pioneering. On this show, Landon Sturdevant uncovers the ideas, habits, and characteristics behind the movers, shakers, and trailblazers from all walks of life and fields of expertise.
Exactly a year after we first spoke, content creator and social media commentator George Pareti joins me from his hometown of Evanston, Illinois to catch up on the year he’s had- and boy, has he had one! His edits via his ForTheYouth Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok have recently taken flight, garnering attention from the likes of Baylen Levine, Lofe, D’Aydrian Harding, Dizzy Dyl, and many others. Tune in and support before the early arrival train leaves the station!
00:00 - Intro 01:00 - His experience going to Marquette University as of the last year and what he’s gained from the experience 04:05 - How George balances content, studies, and social life
07:20 - Who he’s particularly fascinated by in his large network of artists and creators
08:22 - How George ended up meeting and making content with Baylen Levine, one of his idols
16:45 - George’s 2022 highlight(s)
20:40 - Particular likes/comments/reposts on the ForTheYouth account that caught his attention
23:13 - What George would have done differently this year
25:16 - What keeps George going when he lacks motivation 26:34 - George’s visions for the future of ForTheYouth
28:28 - The next project/goals for George’s personal brand/ForTheYouth
32:45 - Where you can follow and support George Pareti
33:30 - What makes George Pareti cutting edge this year and how it compared to last year
How to Follow George Pareti:
Instagram: @georgepareti Snapchat: @gpareti8 YouTube: George Pareti
How to Follow ForTheYouth:
Instagram: @fortheyouthig YouTube: For The Youth TikTok: @fortheyouthig How to Follow Cutting Edge:
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ForTheYouth x Cutting Edge Spotify Playlist!! —> https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5llwSt0XCGr5kNtxBj1N3D?si=DTeRGCAWTJa11gyYe2jh0A How to Follow Landon Sturdevant:
Instagram: @landon_sturdevant Email: ltsturdevant@yahoo.com Thanks Again For Listening, I’ll See You On The Next One!**
In this episode, Matt Rygh joins me from Seattle, WA. Having taken pictures every day for the last five years and refining his craft, this last October, he released his first picture book, titled Sanctuary, in which he conveys emotions about his hometown of Camano Island through a series of photos taken on a $20 film camera from 1946. Rygh is masterful at capturing beauty in simple environments, and I highly encourage you check out his work!
00:00 - Intro 01:24 - What he enjoys about growing up in the PNW/Seattle area
03:57 - When and why Matt really started connecting with photography at a deep level
07:47 - Matt's family and how they've helped him find his way in life, both as an artist and a person
11:13 - Photographers, visual artists, and even artists outside of the realm of visual art that inspire Matt's work
16:14 - The doubts, insecurities, and challenges Matt faced along his photography journey, and how he overcame them
23:20 - The advice Matt would give to a novice photographer who's unsure of where/how to get started
31:01 - What Matt does outside of photography and how it inspires his craft
34:40 - What Matt's future goals are in photography
38:41 - Who Matt would love to shoot for or shoot with
42:17 - The message/emotions Matt wants to convey with "Sanctuary"
53:42 - Where you can follow Matt Rygh
54:27 - What makes Matt Rygh cutting edge
How to Follow Matt Rygh:
Instagram: @matthewrygh Twitter: @matthew_rygh TikTok: @matthewrygh YouTube: Matthew Rygh How to Follow Cutting Edge:
Instagram: @cuttingedgeig **Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music!
How to Follow Landon Sturdevant:
Instagram: @landon_sturdevant Email: ltsturdevant@yahoo.com Thanks Again For Listening, I'll See You On The Next One!**
In this episode, foster n!x joins me from New York City. Born in Costa Rica, Foster grew up in Sammamish, a suburb just east of Seattle, and moved to the Big Apple this year following his graduation from Skyline HS. His unique drum-and-bass approach have garnered him over 200,000 streams on Spotify, with songs like "Taxi" and "Runaway" accounting for 96k and 28k streams, respectively. However, these numbers will soon be outdated when the masses catch on to Foster's versatility, contagious melodies, and innate knack for sonically capturing emotions- tune in!
00:00 - Intro
00:57 - What Foster enjoyed about moving around as a kid and eventually settling in Sammamish, Washington, and what he enjoys about the PNW
03:33 - Where Foster was before he started making music, when he started, and why he started
07:30 - How Foster believes he's evolved and improved sonically since deciding to take it seriously, courtesy of Afame, his current manager
09:41 - What Foster enjoys doing outside of music, and more of what he was involved with growing up
13:30 - Foster's family and how they've contributed to his life, artistically and personally
15:58 - What inspired Foster's move to NYC following HS graduation, where he currently lives
20:40 - When and how the streams started kicking in for Foster as a solo artist, and his emotional response to it
29:00 - Foster's favorite artists and inspirations
31:02 - Foster's incredible vision for the future and what he hopes to accomplish
33:23 - Some of the setbacks Foster experienced along the way, how he overcame them, and what he gained from them
45:37 - What Foster believes his greatest skillsets as an artist are
50:01 - What's next for Foster and what fans can look forward to
52:10 - What makes foster n!x cutting edge
How to Follow foster n!x:
Instagram: @f0sternix TikTok: @foster.nix **Go Stream foster n!x on All Platforms!!
How to Follow Cutting Edge:
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How to Follow Landon Sturdevant:
Instagram: @landon_sturdevant Email:** ltsturdevant@yahoo.com
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In this episode, Yonny joins me from Lynnwood, Washington. Despite only just starting to commercially release music in August of this year, Yonny has been under wraps and working on his craft for the better part of two years and has already garnered some significant local buzz with his thoughtful approach, commitment to the process, unique visuals, and his genuine and grateful nature. He will undoubtedly be a notable name in the coming months and years.
00:00 - Intro
01:06 - What separates Yonny's hometown of Lynnwood from the greater Seattle area, and what he appreciates about it
03:38 - Yonny's dreams and aspirations prior to making music
07:40 - The people in Yonny's life who inspired him and pushed him to take music seriously
12:30 - How Yonny's family has contributed to his life as an aspiring artist and a person
14:24 - Yonny's biggest improvements as an artist from when he started to the present day, from his perspective
18:18 - The story of how "NAH" came about, and how his assistance with the visual turned it into something really special
22:17 - How a film festival, a TikTok post, and the city's response to his song brought in more love than Yonny could have ever imagined
24:41 - The process behind his "Ghetto Sunset" EP and the message/emotions behind the tape
28:56 - What he was most proud of about the project, and what he's looking forward to bringing to the next one
33:15 - A comprehensive list of Yonny's dream collaborations
36:44 - What Yonny wishes to achieve in the years to come
39:27 - Where you can follow Yonny and support him on his journey
40:55 - What make Yonny cutting edge
How to Follow Yonny:
Instagram: @yonnyftla TikTok: @yonnyftla Twitter: @yonnyftla
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How to Follow Cutting Edge:
Instagram: @cuttingedgeig
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How to Follow Landon Sturdevant:
Instagram: @landon_sturdevant Email:** ltsturdevant@yahoo.com
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In a rare and exclusive solo episode, I break down my ambitious personal goal for the year. Though it is unrelated to the podcast, I’m still really fired up about it, and as the host of a show called Cutting Edge, I need to be someone who sets that standard himself. Hope you guys enjoy!
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In this episode, Zack Peggins joins me from Seattle, Washington. Following his graduation from the University of Washington in 2015, he started working for Tagboard, but after being laid off, his life would take an unlikely turn as he was hired into a project that aimed to bring professional hockey to Seattle and bring back the Sonics. As of 2021, he manages the social media accounts for the NHL's Seattle Kraken franchise and has already generated them nearly a million followers on all platforms. This is definitely one to tune into, with many valuable insights and tips shared!
**00:00 - Intro
00:55 - What Zack enjoys about Yakima, his hometown, and the 509/eastern Washington area
01:55 - What Zack was involved with growing up, his experience at Riverside Christian School, and what he dreamed of doing at that time
03:03 - How Zack's family has helped him in his career and supported him throughout his life
04:05 - His initial draw to UW, his college experience, and what he studied
06:44 - How he started working for Tagboard immediately after college, a little bit about what Tagboard does, what he learned from working there, and how he ended up getting laid off
09:42 - What Zack's five-month "funemployment" period taught him and how building a strong network throughout college brought him an amazing opportunity
13:21 - How his original position as a community outreach person going to door-to-door to generate funding for bringing professional to Seattle evolved into him becoming a social media manager when the NHL team became official
15:14 - The complexities of representing a professional brand/company via social media
18:50 - The most stressful and the coolest parts of Zack's position
21:26 - Three pointers he would give to someone working with a brand or corporation to help them up their social media game and engage their consumers
22:46 - How Zack would describe the Kraken's "voice" as a brand
23:59 - What Zack believes the Kraken does really well to engage so many people via social media in such a short time period
25:35 - Some of the sports teams that kill it on social media from Zack's perspective, and even outside of sports
28:30 - The work Zack is most proud of as a part of the Seattle Kraken organization
30:38 - Zack's favorite players on the Kraken
31:52 - Zack's personal reaction and the Kraken organization's reaction to Shane Wright, arguably the highest touted prospect in this year's NHL Entry Draft
33:56 - How Zack went from a casual hockey fan to working in the NHL, and what he's learned from the sport
35:38 - Where you can follow and support Zack Peggins/Seattle Kraken
36:18 - What makes Zack Peggins/Seattle Kraken cutting edge
How to Follow Zack Peggins:
Instagram: @zapeggins Twitter: @zpeggins Email:** zack@nhlseattle.com
How to Follow Seattle Kraken:
Instagram: @seattlekraken Twitter: @seattlekraken TikTok: @seattlekraken
How to Follow Cutting Edge:
Instagram: @cuttingedgeig
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How to Follow Landon Sturdevant:
Instagram: @landon_sturdevant Email:** ltsturdevant@yahoo,com
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In this episode, Canaan Henson joins me all the way from Orlando, Florida. This 19 year old does everything, from videography, to editing, to creative direction, to social promotion for many of your favorite creators, including NELK, Tayler Holder, FaZe Rug, Jamie Foxx, and Cole Anthony, just to name a few. He even makes short films for himself and hopes to one day make a major film- tune into this one, as Canaan is definitely going to be a big deal in the next five to ten years.
**00:00 - Intro
00:42 - When and why his family moved to Kansas City (in Missouri, by the way, not Kansas), from Ocala, FL
02:14 - What drew Canaan into direction and film early on
04:21 - Canaan's inspirations in direction, editing, and film, as well as his long term goals
05:54 - Canaan's earliest experiences and projects in filmography
08:59 - The ways Canaan's family have supported him and the lessons he's learned from them
13:03 - What Canaan's faith in God and in Christ has done for him and his life
14:51 - A little bit about Canaan's girlfriend and how their relationship helps him grow
17:41 - The struggles Canaan faced his senior year (especially with the pandemic), his perspective on self-doubt, and his incredible story of meeting Kyle and Salim from NELK
24:46 - What he first did with his Canon 50 camera and how his week-long trip to LA changed his life forever
33:17 - How he used all of the connections he made in LA and Miami to leverage his career, his experience going to college and why he dropped out, and making short films
42:12 - What Canaan would suggest to young aspiring videographers to help them network
53:04 - The work Canaan is most proud of
56:45 - Where you can follow and support Canaan Henson
58:00 - What makes Canaan Henson cutting edge
How to Follow Canaan Henson
Instagram: @cqnaan
YouTube: Canaan Henson How to Follow Cutting Edge:
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Instagram: @landon_sturdevant Email: ltsturdevant@yahoo.com Thanks Again For Listening, I’ll See You On The Next One!**
In this episode, Dexter Shack joins me from Seattle, Washington. As of the last five months, his video series posing as a fake employee at various fast food restaurants have garnered hundreds of thousands of YouTube views (and tens of MILLIONS on TikTok). Due to this, he's accrued 40k+ subscribers, 285k+ TikTok followers, and 10k+ followers on Instagram at the time of this episode, and all at just 19 years old. In listening to this episode (and watching his content, I'd hope), you'll see why Dexter is one of the most important rising names in the YouTube space this year.
**00:00 - Intro
01:17 - What Dexter remembers about his early childhood and why he came up to Seattle
03:02 - What he appreciates about Seattle and the PNW as a whole
03:49 - When and why Dexter started on YouTube
06:01 - What Dexter's dreams were before he discovered YouTube
08:33 - How Dexter's family has helped him in life and supported his passions as a content creator
10:59 - Why Dexter ended up starting his own channel and doing what he does now
12:45 - Dexter's comedic and YouTube inspirations
15:03 - Why Dexter started posting on a consistent schedule in recent months
16:20 - His experience at Loyola University-New Orleans, why he didn't click with the college lifestyle, and why he ultimately dropped out
19:18 - The obstacles and challenges Dexter has faced on his journey as YouTuber and how he overcomes it
25:45 - How Dexter's now-famous fast food employee prank series originated
28:23 - Dexter's favorite video that he's made, from his own perspective
31:07 - The powerful message behind why Dexter does what he does in the YouTube space
35:21 - What Dexter's long-term goals are
How to Follow Dexter Shack:
YouTube: DEXTER SHACK Instagram: @dextershack TikTok: @dextershack Twitter:** @dextershack1
How to Follow Cutting Edge:
Instagram: @cuttingedgeig
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How to Follow Landon Sturdevant:
Instagram: @landon_sturdevant Email:** ltsturdevant@yahoo.com
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In this episode, Nash Pearson joins me from Seattle, Washington to talk about everything from his budding videography career, being a HS football star, to even the decision behind coming up to WWU this fall. Through his Citywide brand, he’s captured content for numerous local artists, including Moondrop, Josh Lambros, J. Apollo, Charlieonnafriday, and even Lil Mosey, along with many others and with a lot more on the way.
00:00 - Intro
00:54 - How Nash first picked up a camera
03:30 - Some of Nash’s early inspirations in the video space
08:01 - How his family contributed to his personal growth and supported his passion
15:53 - Where Nash developed his passion for music
18:26 - The origins of the Citywide brand and how it became what it is today
24:43 - The peer response to him starting to make music videos and build a brand
34:24 - What football has taught Nash, and even how he relates it to video shoots
39:27 - Why Nash landed on going to college at WWU, despite its lack of a football program
50:30 - Nash’s advice to aspiring youth who want to try their hand at a creative field
52:31 - His early struggles in videography and some advice he’d have for a beginner
58:32 - His plans for the upcoming fall/while at college
1:06:42 - The long term vision for his directing career (and mine?)
1:19:10 - Where you can follow Nash and support his journey
1:20:12 - What makes Nash Pearson cutting edge
How to Follow Nash Pearson:
Instagram: @nash.pearson
Citywide IG: @citywide.mov
Citywide YT: Citywide
How to Follow Cutting Edge:
Instagram: @cuttingedgeig
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Instagram: @landon_sturdevant
Email: ltsturdevant@yahoo.com
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In this episode, Nicholas Mick joins me from Columbia, South Carolina. At only 18 years old, he's already accumulated hundreds of thousands of streams on Spotify, millions of views on TikTok and Instagram Reels, and even garnered features from the likes of Prentiss and KillBunk. He tells us the story, start to finish, of going from moving to a new city during a tough time in his life and making music as therapy to being a bubbling name in the independent scene.
**00:00 - Intro
00:53 - Nicholas' experiences growing up in MD, VA, and SC, and the process of moving between these states
02:34 - Moving specifically to Columbia, being a HS baseball player and a Fortnite streamer, discovering his passion for music, and then gravitating towards that identity
07:03 - How his parents, who were both in bands, made their imprint on him musically and how a rough transition in life spurred releasing tracks on SoundCloud
09:40 - How Nicholas overcame his doubts as a young HS musician, and the few friends who supported him
11:59 - How Nicholas leveraged his time during quarantine to start accelerating his music career, being on Discord with underground legends, and the remote school experience
20:40 - The process of finding his sound, thinking he was a rapper, and his producer telling him he needed to go back to making melodies
25:15 - Getting recognized by Promoting Sounds and how that helped incrementally build momentum
27:41 - How Nicholas garnered a feature from Prentiss, connected with his current A&R, and met all of his Discord connections from 2020 in-person during a trip to NY
43:00 - How his manager helped him strategize on how to promote on TikTok, and how he even started a trend
50:25 - Nicholas Mick's tips to gaining organic followers with no money or resources
51:00 - His favorite music that he's made thus far and when we can expect new music and/or an album
52:33 - Nicholas' dream collaborations and long-term goals in music
How to Follow Nicholas Mick:
Instagram: @nicholasmickk
Twitter: @nicholasmickk
TikTok: @.nicholasmick Stream Nicholas Mick on all platforms!
How to Follow Cutting Edge:
Instagram: @cuttingedgeig
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How to Follow Landon Sturdevant:
Instagram: @landon_sturdevant Email:** ltsturdevant@yahoo.com
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In this episode, Xavier Weeks joins me from Bothell, Washington (not Kent, oops). At only 19 years old, with the assistance of his TikTok-famous song "TEAM" from 2019 and the four EPs that followed it, he is now one of the most streamed rappers in the history of Seattle (113m+ on Spotify) and a pioneer in the PNW underground scene. Regular listeners know that this is an interview I've been looking forward to for quite some time, so definitely give this amazing conversation a listen!
**00:00 - Intro
00:50 - Xavier's experience growing up in Finland and the culture shock moving to Seattle
04:30 - Xavier's interests and passions prior to picking up a microphone
06:45 - When and why Xavier started in music, some of his inspirations, and the early days
11:50 - The timeline of how "TEAM", his smash hit that has nearly 74m streams on Spotify, originally took off, and how his life changed from that point forward
14:50 - How he emotionally responded to the rampant virality of his song
16:55 - How long it took to feel secure enough in his craft to openly advertise his music on all of his social media
19:44 - The times in his career where Xavier felt doubt, how he reframes and overcomes it, and how letting go of those feelings allows the creativity to flow better
21:28 - How Xavier went from a young kid having fun with music to really developing his artistry and finding his lane sonically
23:56 - Where his signature use of the angel number 111 comes from originally, and what the significance of it is for him
25:36 - Xavier Weeks' favorite song of his, and his favorite project out of the four EPs
28:55 - How his first live performance came into fruition and what the experience meant for him
31:40 - How Fwaygo's livestream led to Xavier performing Molly Water for Young Thug and getting high praise from him
33:08 - His relationship with his brother, Tristan, has developed and progressed over time, and how he's become Xavier's number one supporter
35:00 - His day-one friends that will ride or die for him
35:57 - Who Xavier Weeks is outside of his music career and his other passions
37:39 - What Xavier Weeks is going to be releasing next, when we can expect a full-length project, and what it will look/sound like
40:49 - What Xavier's big, long-term visions are in music
41:31 - His favorite aspect of the Seattle rap scene
42:58 - Where you can follow and support Xavier Weeks on his journey
44:12 - What makes Xavier Weeks cutting edge
How to Follow Xavier Weeks:
Instagram: @xavierweeks TikTok: @xavierweeks111
YouTube: Xavier Weeks Listen to Xavier Weeks on all platforms!
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How to Follow Landon Sturdevant:
Instagram: @landon_sturdevant
Snapchat: @ltsturdevant21
Email: ltsturdevant@yahoo.com
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In this episode, Brenden Galluzzo joins me on call from over 3,000 miles away in Orlando, Florida, and spits free game from years of experience and a packed resume of high-profile influencers he's assisted. Starting from humble beginnings in partially failing to pursue website design, he speaks on his progression to producing brand deals and marketing for notable TikTok influencers, as well as focusing in on building a following for himself.
**00:00 - Intro
01:02 - Brenden's humble beginnings in website building
08:35 - What he enjoys about growing up in Florida
09:35 - How Brenden's family contributed to him personally and career-wise
12:35 - When and how Brenden connected with Chasinn Loot and Kervo Dolo
21:57 - Misconceptions that businesses/creators have about social media that Brenden often sees
27:30 - People and/or companies that he's looking forward/aspiring to work with in the future
30:00 - The long-term trajectory for Brenden in the social media space
36:05 - How people can find the thing that fires them up in life, from the perspective of how Brenden did it
42:06 - The way Brenden would help someone reframe a big failure
45:15 - What the most rewarding aspect of Brenden's work is
49:58 - Where people can follow or otherwise support Brenden Galluzzo
How to Follow Brenden Galluzzo:
Instagram: @brendengalluzzo
TikTok: @brenden_galluzzo How to Follow Cutting Edge:
Instagram: @cuttingedgeig
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How to Follow Landon Sturdevant:
Instagram: @landon_sturdevant
Snapchat: @ltsturdevant21
Email: ltsturdevant@yahoo.com
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In this episode, Quinn Mcinnis, better known by his social media handle Jang, joins me from his apartment all the way in Tempe, Arizona. Despite only being a third-year student at Arizona State University, he's already produced video edits and cover art for high-profile musicians and collectives like Lil Mosey, Internet Money, Xavier Weeks, Eslabon Armado, among many others. We discuss just about every topic under the sun, so definitely tune in!
00:00 - Intro 00:46 - Jang's humble beginnings in graphic design with Adobe Premiere and Minecraft.
07:48 - The people, videos, and artworks that he takes after stylistically in his own work.
12:52 - Jang's personal preferences in the design world (softwares, add-ons, etc...) and some of the early challenges he faced when turning it into a career. 15:46 - Very simple advice he would give to beginning graphic designers. 19:10 - What Jang's creative process typically consists of when producing a visual, particularly when it's for a high-profile client. 38:36 - How his family has made him the person he is, how his support system has brought him to where he is, and how burnout/taking on too much has affected the both of us. 46:51 - Where Jang is going in design and visual arts long term and the clients he dreams of one day working with. 51:27 - Jang's perspective on Cactus Jack and how he would personally revamp it. 54:51 - Cutting Edge revamp?? What Jang would suggest to take Cutting Edge's branding to the next level. 59:33 - Why he chose ASU over many other elite design schools (and after transferring out of GCU) 1:07:40 - The things, people, and experiences in Arizona that Jang appreciates 1:22:00 - Where you can follow and support Jang, and where the handle comes from
1:22:55 - What makes Jang cutting edge
How to Follow Jang:
Instagram: @jang Twitter: @jangwyd Website: www.jangofficial.com
How to Follow Cutting Edge:
Instagram: @cuttingedgeig
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How to Follow Landon Sturdevant:
Instagram: @landon_sturdevant
Snapchat: @ltsturdevant21
Email: ltsturdevant@yahoo.com
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In this episode, Sophia Carter connects with me from right here in Bellingham to talk about the last eleven months. Formerly a college volleyball player at Western Washington University overtaken by four eating disorders, she is now almost a year into recovery and inspires thousands on social media through sharing her journey. She's amassed tens of millions of views on Instagram Reels and has over 17k followers and counting, with a goal of reaching 50k by December.
**00:00 - Intro
00:50 - How Sophia’s battle with EDs started
02:30 - What it was like when she first started posting ED content
04:06 - What the transition was like into college and college sports amidst mental and physical health trials
05:34 - When she officially realized there was a problem
08:20 - The process of finding professional help, specifically in that niche
10:41 - How she came across her wonderful therapist, Samantha
11:23 - What helped her keep the faith when all hope seemed lost
12:49 - About her family and how they’ve contributed to her as a person and supported her journey
14:10 - How she pushes aside the negativity and hate that social media platforms come with
17:05 - Imposter Syndrome, what that’s like for her, and how she combats it
19:47 - Common ED misconceptions and what the facts are
21:44 - Practices of the last 11 months she’s adopted that have helped her stay on track in the recovery process
23:45 - What her friends have helped her with
25:28 - How to strive for big things even when struggling, mentally, physically, or externally
26:18 - How one learns to love themselves
29:31 - How to balance competitiveness with preservation
32:27 - What does the NCAA need to do better?
34:02 - Long term plans with her platform/college education
34:47 - What she liked about college vball
38:30 - What makes Sophia Carter cutting edge
How to Follow Sophia Carter:
Instagram: @sophiaecarter
Email: sophiaecarterr@gmail.com
TikTok: @sophiaecarter
How to Follow Cutting Edge:
Instagram: @cuttingedgeig
Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music!
How to Follow Landon Sturdevant:
Instagram: @landon_sturdevant Email:** ltsturdevant@yahoo.com
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In this episode, Jayko joins me from the heart of Seattle to speak on his ascent to being one of the most highly accredited and renowned producers in the Seattle rap scene, despite having only produced since 2020 and going into his senior year of HS. Having releases with Xavier Weeks, Charlieonnafriday, Seddy Hendrix, Leesta, Lil Nexus, and Bernard Jabs, among others to his name, as well as receiving high praise from DC Youngfly and Geoff Ogunlesi, manager of Young Thug, there's no telling what the next few years have in store for him.
**00:00 - Intro
00:57 - How a quarantine hobby spurred a new (and potentially lucrative) life path
03:27 - Jayko's sonic influences
05:58 - How his supportive family dynamic helped him move towards his goals and passions, despite still being so young
07:58 - Jayko's first releases as a producer and the first artists who believed in him
09:44 - How he was able to network with the trailblazers of the Seattle scene, and over time, start to contribute to their legacy
13:53 - His long-term goals as a producer and what he hopes to accomplish in the space
19:30 - Advice/what he wished he knew when he first started making beats
22:15 - Jayko describes his self-doubts early on and how he persevered
27:20 - His favorite beats and why he likes them
29:12 - Jayko explains what differentiates a good beat from a great beat
32:27 - The big-time producers who Jayko looks up to and why he thinks they're great
37:50 - What makes him (and me??) cutting edge
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There’s always Madness in March, but this year, brackets were obliterated by a little-known 15 seed from Jersey City, who became the lowest seeded team to make the Elite Eight in tournament history. Though many were shocked to see the name Saint Peter’s amongst basketball titans like Duke, UNC, and Kansas (and rightfully so), I think there’s a strong case to be made that this wasn’t just three consecutive flukes, and I explain it all in this episode.
Sources Used:
David Cobb's CBS Sports Article:https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/dribble-handoff-will-mike-krzyzewski-change-his-mind-and-return-as-dukes-head-coach/?msclkid=e56f90a9b61f11ec8c4291f770753f27
CBS Sports Kentucky-Saint Peter's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/foryou?feed_mode=v1&is_from_webapp=v1&item_id=7076582911784389930#/@cbssports/video/7076582911784389930
Shaheen Holloway Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shaheen_Holloway
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You've probably heard the name, you may even be familiar with some of his work, and might just like it, too- but did you know that he is worth $300m (twice as much as Drake), broke one of Michael Jackson's UK Chart records, and has even dated Taylor Swift? In this episode, I dive into the origins of one of the most prolific pop stars ever to stay so low profile and so under the radar.
Sources Used:
Calvin Harris Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calvin_Harris?msclkid=10cbee6bad3011ecaf99bab1f5de0f47#2006%E2%80%932008:_Career_beginnings_and_I_Created_Disco The Richest Article: https://www.therichest.com/rich-powerful/heres-how-calvin-harris-became-the-richest-dj-in-the-world/?msclkid=8c991d28b06d11ec87101d13728fc32d
The Music Essentials: https://themusicessentials.com/editorials/calvin-harris-popular/?msclkid=5210b814b06811ec8840d7cd410acc2e
Kworb YouTube Stats: https://kworb.net/youtube/artist/calvinharris.html?msclkid=16297fcfb21811ec984f685a778d01fd
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In this episode, I catch up with Cameron Devereaux, known more widely by his stage name WAVHART, connecting with me all the way from Los Angeles. One of the most renowned musical minds coming from the gold mine of the underground Shoreline scene, WAVHART serves as a DJ, producer, remixer, singer, and songwriter, and is currently signed to the bass house collective Play Me, through which he's dropped five commercial releases. He walks us through everything from his start in music, his draw to the electronic genre, and how the COVID-19 pandemic triggered him to drop out of community college and chase his dreams.
00:00 – Intro
00:50 – WAVHART's origins in music, coming from a family of artists and being exposed to it from the moment he was born
03:10 – WAVHART's favorite and most influential artists, and the experience of going to his first ever rave briefly before the 2020 lockdowns
06:50 - His favorite songs to listen to and remix
08:40 - His tips for beginning producers
11:35 - Wavhart’s family dynamic, what growing up in a musical family is like, and how his cousin Royce David helped him flourish as a producer
16:25 - What Wavhart appreciates about the PNW, and how it compares to the LA life
21:45 - What he likes about the electronic dance community, and why he feels “EDM” is a lackluster term
28:20 - Timeline and story behind dropping out of SCC and moving to LA
34:00 - Wavhart’s day job at Guitar Center, bumping into Mac Dimarco and Getter, among others
39:00 - Wavhart’s crazy story of how Play Me discovered him, his new release through the label, and the inspiration behind the release
43:30 - His experience with Play Me, the significance of the label, and the artists he’s had the pleasure to work with
48:05 - Icon Collective and how it differs from a standard school, and even other standard music programs
55:00 - Where you can follow Wavhart on social media and support his journey
55:25 - What makes Wavhart cutting edge
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"New year, new me!" and "___ is going to be my year!" are phrases you hear on an annual basis between late December and early January- but how often do those phrases come to life in the way people claim that they will? In this episode, I explored the reasons that a lot of resolutions fail, and present a few ways we can assure that ours won't, so 2022 can truly be our year.
Sources Used:
Gym Statistics - Trafft.com: https://trafft.com/gym-membership-statistics/#:~:text=January%20as%20Peak%20Gym%20Membership%20Month%20Statistics%20show,It%20is%20the%20highest%20point%20of%20gym%20application.
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In this episode, TikTok creator, musician, music critic, videographer, and current Marquette University student George Pareti joins us all the way from Evanston, IL to speak on his career to date. At only 18 years old, George has amassed a six-digit following across all platforms, and has incredible insights on networking, growing a following, using the internet as leverage towards whatever your heart desires.
00:00 - Intro 00:57 - How his start in videography led to shooting music videos, which led to doing cover art/deeper involvement in music 04:00 - Cole Bennett, his influence on George, his impact on George’s home state of Illinois, and music as a whole 04:52 - His biggest role models in all areas (YouTube, music, other creators) 06:40 - How George and his friends started on TikTok, where he now runs multiple accounts to explore the algorithm 11:23 - What inspired his involvement in music and what pushed him to try it for himself 19:45 - What motivates George to pick up so many projects and to keep going at them 22:55 - How much money did one TikTok reposted on Snapchat Spotlight make George?? 24:30 - For the Youth, George’s underground music account on IG, and his artists to watch 25:30 - The unlikely story of how he came across Cutting Edge and how it led to this connection 27:50 - A significant challenge George faced on his journey to social media stardom and what kept him going 31:45 - What makes George Pareti cutting edge 33:00 - What he’s aspiring to create/manifest for 2022
How to Follow George Pareti:Instagram: @georgepareti
For the Youth: @fortheyouthig
Videography Page: @filmsbygeorge
Primary TikTok: @georgepareti
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In this episode, I got the chance to reconnect with Moondrop, a former track star who is now an established rapper in the underground Seattle scene. His charisma, character, confidence and passion speak boldly through his craft, and even more so through how he shows up as a person. In a very powerful way, Moon spreads messages of love, being yourself, and giving back- and through his rise from the pits of mental health turmoil amidst a chaotic 2020, he's come back stronger than ever.
00:00 - Intro 01:03 - The artists/people that inspired Moon to try music out for himself 02:27 - Artists that are currently influential to Moon, both sonically and in persona 04:07 - Moon's family, and how they make him the man and artist he is today 10:00 - A further glimpse into Moon's first endeavor, in the sport of track and field, where he competed at the state level at Shorecrest HS and collegiately at Seattle Pacific University 20:10 - How his mother, who stated that his first major interactions would come from Pharrell, Macklemore, and Ellen Degeneres, has come into fruition eerily similar 25:07 - Where the name Moondrop comes from 27:15 - Moon's favorite things about living in the Pacific Northwest, and his vision of what Seattle can become in the near future 29:48 - The story behind "Loose Change", Moon's biggest track to date, how it came together, how it blew up, and how it met the ears of Pharrell and his creative team at "i am OTHER" 43:00 - The trajectory of Moon's career, as he currently sees it, for the next five years 47:30 - The mental health trials that he experienced in 2020, how he's reached the other side, and how others can gain inner peace as well 1:01:38 - What makes Moondrop cutting edge
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From the perspective of someone who struggles profoundly and is in the process of learning this very thing, in this episode, I reference experiences and growing moments in my own life in this realm, and name a few habits and practices that are helping me slowly escape this trap. If you have burned out before, or are feeling burnt out currently, and need a little boost to come out of this Thanksgiving break a little bit stronger, hopefully this can provide that for you.
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In this episode, KD Davis joins me all the way from Denton, TX, to reflect on his life and football career to date. A three-star recruit out of Ennis HS (Ennis, TX) who is now a junior at the University of North Texas, he was a two-time All-Conference USA honorable mention, has led the team in tackles each season since sophomore year, and currently sits atop the Conference USA total tackles list with almost 100 on the season. Aside from being a shining star on the field, Davis is renowned by teammates, coaches, and fans alike for his leadership and motivational energy.
00:00 - Intro
00:46 - KD's origins in the sport of football
01:45 - KD's big takeaways from the sport that he applies to other areas of his life, and how his family makes him a better person and athlete
02:38 - His favorite HS football game at Ennis HS
03:32 - What the recruiting process was like for KD and why he ultimately settled on UNT
04:32 - The mindset shift and difference in commitment between HS and college football
05:01 - Where KD's leadership skills come from
05:48 - The experience and frustrations of getting a false positive COVID test that disqualified him from competition for eight days
06:58 - What it took for him as a player to be a two-time All-Conference USA honorable mention
08:22 - KD Davis's 5-year plan
09:05 - Where people can support his journey
09:30 - What KD believes makes him cutting edge
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In this episode, Bailey Bleazard, Logan Knudsen, Jack Goodman, and Nick Caiazzo join me all the way from Bozeman, Montana to discuss their very own Hurdle Podcast, which covers hot topics in professional sports based out of Montana State University, where they each attend school. Despite having recorded their five-day-a-week show in seven different locations, only having a laptop that records in 30min intervals, and sometimes staying up until the early AM to finalize their episodes around their busy schedules, their work ethic, drive, and passion in their content couldn't be clearer, and they are the guys to watch in the coming months
00:00 - Intro
01:14 - Bailey, Logan, Jack, and Nick introduce themselves
04:43 - Why they each chose to go to Montana State University
06:51 - How the conversations during a Thursday Night Football game spurred the idea to record their regular sports discussions and make a podcast out of it
10:13 - The challenges and tribulations they faced in bringing the podcast into fruition and keeping the same energy
13:05 - How the crew continues generating new ideas and maintaining inspiration
19:10 - Their favorite athletes and why they hold a special place in their hearts
25:50 - Their advice to someone who also wants to explore their creativity and passions, but may fear outside opinions, lack of resources, lack of following, etc.
32:26 - Where the crew see Hurdle Podcast going in the long term
35:42 - Where you can support the individual crew members as well as Hurdle Podcast
37:40 - What they each individually believe makes Hurdle Podcast cutting edge
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Nick Caiazzo: (in lieu of an appropriate name lol)
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Admittedly, I'm no master or expert at goal setting and goal achieving, and nor do I claim to be- however, in the last few months, I've slowly developed some strategies and tools that are projecting much more results than ever in that department. In this episode, I talk personal successes and failures of mine, list some habits that I'm progressively working towards, and provide some insight on what might work for you, or anyone out there with big dreams.
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In this episode, I flash it back to November of 2020, evaluating where I was at the time, who I was at the time, and what advice I would have given to that version of me, knowing what I know and having experienced what I have now.
People/Content Mentioned:
Admiral William H. McRaven's "Start By Making Your Bed" Speech: https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=start+with+making+your+bed+speech&view=detail&mid=532C0FABAC9D66AC7F85532C0FABAC9D66AC7F85&FORM=VIRE
Check Out Brendon Burchard's Podcast "The Brendon Show" and Follow Him on IG @brendonburchard !
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In this episode, I connected with James Christianson, the singular man behind NW Ballers, the HS sports media outlet that has over 13k Instagram followers and over 2,000 total YouTube subscribers. Bringing attention to young athletes all throughout Washington and Oregon, he's also contributed film to some of the biggest names in the game, such as Ballislife and Overtime. James guides me along the amazing journey of how it all came together and built up to what it is today.
00:00 - Intro
01:05 - James's early life and amateur athletics career
02:44 - The sport that James felt the most connected to as a kid
07:46 - Lifelong lessons James learned from his sporting endeavors that he applies to his life and career today
13:15 - How his family, particularly his younger sister with Down Syndrome, shaped the hardworking, firm, but also compassionate and empathetic man he is today
22:23 - Where James's unique skillset in the filming/videography department is derived from
25:39 - His start working with Under The Radar and how he branched off into a solo pursuit while also being a single parent and going to work
37:56 - How James maintains his high standard of work with all that he has in his life, and how NW Ballers is truly how he loves to spend his free time
44:32 - Why James believes mainstream recruiting services like NCSA who make bold claims are manipulative and deceptive in their marketing strategies
56:50 - What makes James Christianson cutting edge 59:25 - Outro
How to Follow NW Ballers:Instagram: @nwballers
Twitter: @NWBallers_
FaceBook: NW Ballers
Football YouTube: NW Ballers Football
Basketball YouTube: NW Ballers Basketball
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In this episode, Daniel and Max join me all the way from Los Angeles, where the two now live, to break down the incredible, storybook journey that describes their successes to date. In recent months, the manager-artist duo have exponentialized their notoriety, and have tunnel vision for the bright future ahead.
00:00 - Intro
01:50 - Daniel's origins in music and who he drew inspiration from
03:40 - Max's early life, his various hustles as a child, how he started in social media marketing, and how that evolved into a music niche
18:10 - How Max first met Daniel and how their friendship evolved into a manager-artist relationship
27:10 - How his friendship with Noah, Mosey's older brother, and knowing Mosey from HS when they went to Mountlake Terrace, came full circle and resulted in Daniel signing to CTM
30:15 - Where Daniel's vocal ability comes from
32:45 - Tips from Max on how you can forge relationships and build followings on social media
36:40 - How Daniel's original stage name, Hukspidey, was conceived
39:30 - The mission and background behind Good Day, the management company cofounded by Max and Tristan Weeks
43:50 - How he met his girlfriend, Alex, and what he loves about her and what she contributes to his life
55:40 - What Max and Daniel believe make them cutting edge
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I've had a lot of fun and felt so much purpose in putting out this content in the last couple weeks- but it hasn't come without its share of stress, natural desires of certain outcomes, and above all, mistakes. In this episode, I shed some light on some of the issues I had to maneuver this week, mistakes I made, and how I let go of the image of the Cutting Edge I originally wanted, for the sake of producing the Cutting Edge that's needed.
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In this episode, I sit down with Nathan Berg, who generously took some time away from his packed schedule as a student, athlete and influencer to discuss how he built his dream life, and how you can, too. A true Swiss Army knife of a life well-lived, Nate has represented the US National Youth Soccer Team, created a clothing brand, amassed nearly 400k followers on TikToks, and shot countless films and photos for weddings, music videos, sporting events, parties, and more.
00:00 - Intro
1:10 - His adoption from Uganda at age seven, and what the transition was like coming to America
3:35 - When Nate started playing soccer, and when/why he decided to hone his talent
5:04 - The lessons he gained from soccer that he applies to the rest of his life
5:55 - The process in his college commitment, and how Wheaton College won him over
8:09 - The origin story behind his clothing brand, Dreamwear, which became a hit within Whatcom County
11:16 - The shaping experience that made Nate realize how precious life is, and how there's no time to not do what you love
13:26 - The challenges and doubts Nate faced on the way to building a following, an impact, and being himself
18:30 - How starting TikTok as a joke between his friends turned into a 400k following in about 6 months, and his favorite and least favorite parts of the platform
20:58 - Nate's secrets to networking, building connections, and forging relationships as an expert networker
22:42 - Nate's advice to aspiring content creators/influencers that are crippled by self-consciousness and self-doubt
25:07 - Nate's vision for the upcoming 5-10 years, and where he sees himself in the long-term
26:40 - Who Nate believes has been the biggest supporter throughout his life
28:42 - What Nate believes makes him cutting edge (bonus: Nate asks me something, too!)
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In this episode, I had the honor of conversating with Brennen Saulness, the producer behind Lil Mosey's "Blueberry Faygo" and the mastermind behind 888 Recordings, the top studio in Bothell, WA, as well as its new location in Clemson, SC. He covers topics such as:
00:00 - Intro
01:00 - How he started producing and who influenced/inspired his craft
10:29 - His family, their dynamic, and how they've supported Brennen as an artist and a person
20:29 - How Brennen overcame external and internal doubts and trials throughout his career en route to his current success
27:49 - The incredible story behind his linkup with Lil Mosey and how it resulted in the conception of "Blueberry Faygo", and what makes Mosey the biggest Seattle influence
32:40 - How a visit to Mosey's LA home resulted in Brennen meeting and working with a pre-fame The Kid LAROI, and that moment coming full circle at the 2020 Blueberry Faygo video shoot
35:28 - How Brennen assisted in kickstarting the career of underground Seattle hip-hop artist Xavier Weeks
38:28 - The meaning behind 888/other angel numbers to Brennen
43:44 - What makes Brennen Saulness cutting edge
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This one is a heavy-hitter for me...but in order for this podcast to live up to its name, I need to dig deep, be vulnerable, and hopefully impact others at a more personal level. In this episode, I talk about eczema, the chronic skin condition I've battled with my whole life, the physical and mental effects it had on me, and how one particular medication has changed the game for me. (Disclaimer: I say thirteenth episode by accident in the audio)
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Stephen Curry has been renowned all over the world for his ability to shoot from beyond the arc- a skill that he's nailed down to such a science that it's hard to remember sometimes that he's still human. In this episode, I give some background on how he built up his outside shooting prowess to the level it's at today over the last couple decades.
Sources Used:Business Insider Article: https://www.businessinsider.com/stephen-curry-best-shooter-in-nba-2016-6#currys-attitude-paid-off-in-high-school-when-he-taught-himself-a-new-shooting-form-to-adapt-to-bigger-better-players-4
247Sports Composite: https://247sports.com/Player/Stephen-Curry-65374/high-school-114673/
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In 2019, LSU quarterback Joe Burrow had arguably the most illustrious and accomplished seasons in college football history, winning every possible award you could possibly imagine and putting up numbers that were only thought to have existed in videogames. The craziest part of it all, though, is that Burrow came out of almost nowhere. In this episode, I dig into where Joe Burrow was before the national prominence, and how he was able to do what he did and the level he did it.
Sources Used:Sports Illustrated Article: https://www.si.com/college/2019/07/16/joe-burrow-lsu-sec-media-days
The Ringer Article: https://www.theringer.com/nfl/2019/11/8/20954722/joe-burrow-lsu-quarterback-nfl-draft-stock-rising
Saturday Tradition Article: https://saturdaytradition.com/ohio-state-football/joe-burrow-shares-hilarious-recruiting-story-about-ed-orgeron-a-restaurant-and-crawfish/
MSN Article: https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/ncaafb/did-joe-burrow-almost-transfer-to-tennessee-instead-of-lsu/ar-AAPzQyG
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We all know DJ Khaled to be the boastful and confident executive who practically has the industry at his fingertips. Though "We The Best" sounds corny to many, his track record, veteran status, knowledge of the industry, and massive skillset in the production realm speak for themselves. In this episode, I give you the background on just how he climbed his way to the top, and what traits make him what he is.
Sources Used:Fader Article: https://www.thefader.com/2013/06/12/interview-dj-khaled
HipHopDX: https://hiphopdx.com/editorials/id.1695/title.10-things-we-learned-reading-dirty-south-by-ben-westhoff#
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This week has been one that's changed my life in a powerful way- a week ago today, I started uploading episodes of this podcast daily, and I'm so grateful for all the support I've received thus far! In this episode, I'm gonna be sharing the lessons I've learned and the knowledge I've gained throughout this process.
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Ye is one of the most commercially successful artists of all time, let alone just in the hip-hop genre. Masterfully blending his innovative style of production and his uncanny and poetic storytelling ability, he has put ten albums atop the Billboard charts and claimed legendary pedigree in the industry. In this episode, however, I detail how Ye may have always been on the other side of the recording booth.
Sources Used
MTV Article: http://www.mtv.com/news/1496766/road-to-the-grammys-the-making-of-kanye-wests-college-dropout/
Billboard Article: https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/9625170/kanye-west-donda-billboard-200-chart-number-1-album/
WSWS.org Article: https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2005/09/kany-s30.html
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IMG Academy, established in the late 70s as a tennis academy, has gone on to revolutionize the way high school sports are played at the elite and national level. With what seems like endless funding and a long list of professional and Olympian alumni, it's hard to imagine how any school could possibly outdo their resume. In this episode, I explore how it all came together and give an inside look at just what makes them so great.
Sources Used:
About Us - IMG Website: https://www.imgacademy.com/about-img-academy
MSN Article - IMG Academy's growth puts them atop all Bradenton businesses: https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/article/img-academys-growth-puts-it-at-top-among-bradenton-area-businesses-senior-vp-says/ar-AAPuocd?ocid=uxbndlbing
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Hwang Dong-hyuk's "Squid Game" is a sensation in every sense of the word. The show is thought to have produced nearly $900m in profits, the stars went from little to no following to millions of followers on social media, and the internet (on a global scale) can't stop raving about it. In this episode, I detail the premise of the show, its origins and inspiration, and just why the Korean survival drama has garnered such instantaneous traction.
Sources Used:Insider Article: https://www.insider.com/squid-game-creator-paused-writing-script-sell-laptop-for-cash-2021-10
Indie Wire Article: https://www.indiewire.com/2021/10/squid-game-director-season-2-hwang-dong-hyuk-netflix-interview-1234670491/
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We're all familiar with The Weeknd and his amazing body of work- but his growth from a high school dropout who posted anonymously on YouTube to one of the greatest talents of our generation is one for the ages. In this episode, I'm gonna take you through the life and career of The Weeknd, and how his exceptional ability to create attraction around him has greatly attributed to his growth.
Sources Used:Rolling Stone - Inside The Weeknd's Dark Twisted Fantasy: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/sex-drugs-and-rb-inside-the-weeknds-dark-twisted-fantasy-176091/
Why The Weeknd is Truly Toronto's Very Own: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/toronto/why-the-weeknd-is-truly-torontos-very-own/article27053702/
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Before Tom Brady's departure for Tampa Bay, a world where the New England Patriots weren't the dominant force of the football realm was long forgotten. In this episode, I bring to light some of the lesser-known background of just how it all came together, and reveal the formula on how they kept winning...and winning...and winning.
Sources Used:Why Are The Patriots So Good?: https://www.thefreemanonline.org/why-are-the-patriots-so-good/#:~:text=The%20Patriots%20are%20arguably%20so%20good%20because%20of,three%20factors%20are%20responsible%20for%20their%20continuous%20reign.
Sports Illustrated - 2019 Super Bowl: https://www.si.com/nfl/2019/02/04/2019-super-bowl-rams-patriots-dynasty-tom-brady
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Before there was the superstar hip-hop video director, there was just a small town boy with a deep passion - Chicago rap. In this episode, I unpack the INSANE details and efforts behind what it took Cole Bennett, the visionary behind Lyrical Lemonade, to evolve it from a small underground blog into the massive multimedia company that it is today.
Sources Mentioned:Mindset is Everything - Cole Bennett, TEDxUIUC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_9cyPIvdyo
Cole Bennett w/ Complex: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ns_b4PdBhN8
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Putting myself out there was hard...in this episode, I talk about why I NEEDED to make this podcast, some observations I made about myself and the process of pursuing my passion, and how this can be applicable to anyone who wants to do something more with themselves, but is having trouble figuring out how.
Mentioned Podcasts:Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu: https://open.spotify.com/show/1nARKz2vTIOb7gC9dusE4b?si=3gg8Ik7PS8epXzEdVdaKvw&dl_branch=1
The School of Greatness: https://open.spotify.com/show/07GQhOZboEZOE1ysnFLipT?si=NoTdXu7ESsidWBR2MPIx5w&dl_branch=1On Purpose with Jay Shetty: https://open.spotify.com/show/5EqqB52m2bsr4k1Ii7sStc?si=medTJ7d9TXynyfhVCEMH6w&dl_branch=1
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In this episode, we sit down and chop it up with Elian Joseph (also known by his stage name Oscar Jay), an up-and-coming singer/songwriter and rapper based out of Seattle!
1:25 - How fellow Seattle artist Nathan Nzanga inspired him to take music seriously
6:00 - How the bubbling Gen Z music scene in Seattle encouraged him to get on board
9:45 - The origins of the name "Oscar Jay"
11:40 - The lessons he learned as a competitive track/cross country runner and how he applies them to his music career
18:40 - How his family impacts him as a creative
26:15 - The unlikely origins and process behind "Hit the Woah", Oscar Jay's most successful track to date
32:50 - What makes Oscar Jay "Cutting Edge" as an artist
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Go stream "Phone Tag" => https://open.spotify.com/track/5VwK4jnZRzcTkMJaj3Zjyo?si=Pl0UhnDIRielv7N0Fg0adQ&dl_branch=1
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