The Sam Dever Podcast: Recent Episodes

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A good conversation and beyond.

The Sam Dever Podcast is hosted by Sam Dever and includes topics of conversation ranging from the arts, life philosophies, books, business, politics, motivational messages and much more!

Join Sam and his guests as they explore the depths of humanity while trying to have some fun along the way.

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In this episode, Sam Dever talks Princess Va'Shion. Princess is a celebrity hair and makeup artist, an event creator, director, publicist and manager.

In their conversation, Sam and Princess discuss her background, growing up in Hollywood, Being a Mother, How Princess became a celebrity hair and makeup artist, Public Relations, Events, Social Media, The Power of Belief and much more!

Follow Princess on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/perceptivebyprincessvashion

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In this episode, Sam Dever talks with actor, filmmaker, acting teacher and coach, Kathleen Randazzo.In their conversation, Sam and Kathleen discuss a variety of topics including Kathleen's background, moving to Los Angeles, joining Playhouse West and becoming an acting teacher, the art of acting, Kathleen's film projects, surfing, manifesting your dreams and much more!Follow Kathleen on Instgram at:https://www.instagram.com/kdazzo55

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In this episode, Sam Dever talks with actor Samuel Selman. In their conversation, the two discuss Samuel's background, acting, Samuel's time spent in the Marine Corps, the power of discipline, overcoming challenges and much more! Follow Samuel on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/aow_genesis

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In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with adult film star, Tommy Gunn. In their conversation, the two discuss Tommy's background, becoming a male dancer, a severe injury he experienced, how he got into the adult film industry, his passion for movie making, overcoming obstacles as an adult film star to break into Hollywood, writing a new book and much more!

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In this episode, Sam Dever talks with spirit guide, peace strategist and a former buddhist monk, Seth Infinity Monk.In their conversation, Sam and Seth discuss several topics including the recent solar eclipse, Seth's background, his journey of becoming a buddhist monk, what it was like being a monk, why Seth left the monastery, what it's been like adjusting back into society, the current state of the world, creating impact and much more!Visit Seth's website at:https://sethmonk.comFollow Seth on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sethmonk/Find Seth on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/seththemonk

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In this episode, Sam Dever talks with Mitch Seruya, M.D..Dr. Seruya is an Associate Professor of Surgery, Neurosurgery and Orthopedics at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. He is also Director of The Los Angeles Nerve Institute and Program Director of The Peripheral Nerve and Microsurgery Fellowship. Dr. Seruya is the surgeon Sam worked with for his foot drop during his leg injury which has been discussed often on this podcast. In their conversation, Dr. Seruya and Sam discuss Dr. Seruya's background, Sam and Dr. Seruya's experience working together, foot drop and other nerve injuries, the future of his field and much more!Visit The Los Angeles Nerve Institute at:https://www.losangelesnerve.com/Find The Los Angeles Nerve Institute on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/losangelesnerveinstitute/Find Dr. Seruya on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mitch.seruya/

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In this episode, Sam Dever talks with Dr. Natalie Petouhoff. Dr. Natalie Petouhoff is one of the world’s leading experts in customer and employee experience, authoring the Wall Street Journal best-selling book Empathy in Action: How to Deliver Great Customer and Employee Experiences at Scale. As a consultant, she works side-by-side with executive leaders to help them deliver experiences to drive the businesses' financial results, reducing costs and increasing revenue, without degrading the customer/employee experience. This is a blind spot for most companies, as they often make changes that end up compromising the very experiences of those two key company assets. The experiences with Salesforce and Forrester bring a practical view on how to use customer/employee experience technology to build customer/employee-facing experiences that garner loyalty. Dr. Natalie provides practical steps to justify the economic importance of customer and employee experience to get the right allocation of budget and resources, the steps to deliver change to clearly impact the bottom line, and the leadership skills to execute and measure the changes. In Sam and Dr. Natalie's discussion, they discuss Dr. Natalie's book, Empathy in Action, how businesses can use empathy to better understand their employees and customers, Dr. Natalie producing a new documentary in India featuring the Dalai Lama and much more!Visit Dr. Natalie's website at:https://www.drnatalienews.com/

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In Episode #85 of The Sam Dever Podcast, Sam Dever speaks with Michael J. Masucci. Michael J. Masucci is an award-winning artist, musician, producer, curator and arts advocate. As a founding member of EZTV, a 45-year old media arts group in Los Angeles, he has been on the forefront of the evolution between art & tech for his entire career. A passionate advocate for the arts, he has served as Chair of the Santa Monica Arts Commission, and is co-founder of DNA Festival, a new and s=excirting six-month long festival on digital art and culture.In addition to the arts, he has lectured internationally on a variety of subjects ranging from cyber security, to transhumanism and sees himself as a cultural ambassador bridging the gaps of communication between the creative communities of art and science.In Sam and Michael's conversation, a variety of topics were covered including Michael's background and being a founding member of EZTV, working with Timothy Leary, The current state of technology, A.I. and the impact it will have on art and our lives, the moon landing and much more!Learn more about EZTV at:https://eztvmuseum.com/Learn more about the Digital Arts Festival at:https://www.dnafestivalsm.com/#art #tech #technology #losangeles #la #ai #artist #podcast #podcasting

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In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with actor, filmmaker and painter, Charlie Statires.

In their conversation, Sam and Charlie discuss a variety of topics including Charlie's recent film he wrote and directed called "Lobster Trap", Charlie leaving Los Angeles and moving back to the East Coast, Living with OCD, Living as an artist and choosing one's path in life and much more!

Visit Charlie's website:

https://charliestatires.com/

Follow Charlie on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/charliestatires/

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https://www.instagram.com/lobstertrapfilm/

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In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with Omar Scott of Ambitious Moguls and AM Wellness. In their conversation, Sam and Omar discuss his career in Federal Government, growing up in Baltimore, how he created Ambitious Moguls, moving out to Los Angeles, the inspiration behind his juice company AM Wellness and much more!Visit The AM Wellness online store and use code "SAMDEVER" for 10% off!https://amwellness.shop/Visit the Ambitious Moguls website:https://www.ambitiousmoguls.com/Follow Omar on Instagram at:

https://www.instagram.com/othemogul/

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In this episode, Sam talks with Imran Ahmed aka "Captain Ron" who is the Founder of Great Pods.

"Great Pods is a platform that aggregates Critic reviews and ratings to help you find your first or next podcast listen. The Rotten Tomatoes of podcasts."

In this conversation, Sam and Imran discuss Imran's background, how he founded Great Pods, the challenges the company and himself have been through, the future of Great Pods and podcasting, making LA the podcast capital of the world, start-up life and much more!

Check out the Great Pods website at:

https://greatpods.co

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YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/@greatpods

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In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with actress and artist Brittnee Garza.In this conversation, Sam and Brittnee discuss a variety of topics including Brittnee's upbringing in Seattle and journey to Los Angeles, working at Disneyland and other theme parks, Brittnee's company Chaotic Motion, acting, Brittnee's experience working with a film drone and much more!Follow Brittnee on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/brittneegarzaVisit Brittnee's website:https://www.brittneegarza.com

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In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with actor, director and producer, Kenny Yates. This is Kenny's second appearance on the podcast. In this conversation, Sam and Kenny discuss a variety of topics including Kenny's recent starring acting role in the film "Before Never", His recent directing project "Final Wager", the current state of independent filmmaking in Hollywood, navigating life as an artist, Kenny's support of the podcast and much more!Visit Kenny's website:https://kennyyates.comFollow Kenny on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kennyyates_official

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In this episode, I speak with author, poet and actor, Khalilah Yasmin. This is Khalilah's second appearance on the podcast. In our conversation, Khalilah and I discuss a variety of topics including her latest books "Redwoods" and "Letters Never Sent", the writing process, surviving as an artist, dating in the modern age and much more!Buy Khalilah's books "Redwoods" and "Letters Never Sent" and more on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/stores/Khalilah-Yasmin/author/B00WNBDLUU?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueVisit Khalilah's Website:https://khalilahyasmin.comFollow Khalilah on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kyasminauthor

Listen to Khalilah on Sound Cloud:

https://soundcloud.com/khalilahyasmin#books #podcast #author #writer #lasvegas #vegas

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This is Nick's second appearance on the podcast. In our conversation, we discuss a wide range of topics from Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Integrity, the current state of society, the meaning behind dreams, trying to find truth in a world of information overload, acting and much more!

Follow Nick on Instagram

:https://www.instagram.com/nickosborne___

Check out Nick's Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/the-no-f-cking-good-podcast-with-nick-osborne/id1266815170

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In this episode, I speak with Josh Pickel. Josh is the Founder and Director of The Canton Learning Collaborative based in Canton, IL.

Canton, IL is my hometown and where Josh and I grew up together. In our conversation, Josh and I discuss his background in education, the events leading him to found The Canton Learning Collaborative, frustrations of the public school system, the benefits of a self-directed learning center, how people can support and much more!Visit the Canton Learning Collaborative's website:https://www.cantonlearning.org/Follow Josh on Twitter:https://twitter.com/joshclcYou can email Josh at: Josh@CantonLearning.org

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In this episode, I speak with my good friend Tom Christopoulos.

This is Tom's second appearance on the podcast and in our conversation we dive deep into religion, Tom's faith and much more!

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https://www.instagram.com/orthodoxlayperson/

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In this episode, I speak with Tahirah Nyanin.

In our conversation, Tahirah and I talk about living in Los Angeles, acting, Tahirah becoming a DJ, travel and much more!

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In this episode, I speak with actor and filmmaker, Karl Schreyer.

In our conversation, Karl and I discuss his upbringing in Southern California, Karl's path into acting, making his first feature film, life philosophies and much more!

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https://www.instagram.com/karlschreyer

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In this episode, I speak with Kyle McJimpson.

In our conversation, Kyle and I discuss him growing up in Los Angeles, becoming a RN, what it was like working in the medical field during the pandemic, social life and much more!

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https://www.instagram.com/kai_ule

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In this episode, I speak with actor and musician, Grayson Low.

This is Grayson's second appearance on the podcast. In our conversation, Grayson and I discuss his debut music album "Lonesome Dialtones", the story behind him making the album, Grayson's starring role in the feature film "Confinement" and much more!

Check out Grayson's debut album "Lonesome Dialtones"

https://songwhip.com/graysonlow/lonesome-dialtones

Check out the feature film Grayson stars in "Confinement" on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Confinement-Grayson-Low/dp/B0BX283M1Y/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?crid=35Q1C8PM33BY6&keywords=confinement+grayson+low&qid=1688187625&sprefix=confinement+grayson+low%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-1-fkmr0

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In this episode, I talk to Los Angeles based actor and filmmaker, Bobby Slaski.

In our conversation, we talk about Bobby's journey to Hollywood, theatre, film, Bobby's acting and film projects and much more!

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https://www.instagram.com/bobbyslaski

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In this episode, I speak with Taylor Gurley.

In our conversation, Taylor and I discuss art, social media, film, technology, God and much more!

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https://www.instagram.com/tgurley

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In this episode, I speak with Playhouse West Instructor and Hollywood Film Lab founder, Christopher Liebe.

In our conversation, Christopher and I discuss acting, filmmaking, the future of film, life philosophies and much more!

Follow Christopher on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/hollywoodfilmlab

Check out Christopher's Film Lab at:

https://www.playhousewest.com/film-lab

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In this episode, I speak with my great friend and artist, Ford Fanter.

This is Ford's third appearance on the podcast.

In our conversation, Ford and I discuss his some of his current projects, his creative process, life philosophy and much more!

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https://www.instagram.com/fordfanter

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In this episode, I speak with actor and podcaster, Marley Freygang.

In our conversation, Marley and I discuss her journey to Los Angeles, Marley's podcast "Confessions Of A Wannabe It Girl" , acting, social media and much more!

Listen to Marley's Podcast "Confessions Of A Wanna Be It Girl" on all podcast streaming platforms!

Follow Confessions Of A Wanna Be It Girl on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/confessionsofawannabeitgirl/

Follow Marley on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/marleyrosefreygang/

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In this episode, I talk with writer and actor, Devin Camp.

In our conversation, Devin and I talk about his move to Los Angeles, Devin's hilarious LA stories, Devin's creative projects and much more!

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https://www.instagram.com/devincamp_

Subscribe To Devin's YouTube Channel:

https://www.youtube.com/@devincamp335

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In this episode, I speak with comedian, actor and entrepreneur Josh Pimentel.

In our conversation, Josh and I discuss acting, books, religion, Indigenous Culture, Josh's Ayahuasca experience and much more!

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https://instagram.com/josh_pim

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In this episode, I talk with actor, artist, filmmaker and plant-based cook Cametria Hill.

In our conversation, we talk about acting, going for your dreams, Cametria's world travels and much more!

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https://www.instagram.com/candid_camsta

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In this episode, I speak to entrepreneur Leaford F. Hackett.

In our conversation, Leaford and I discuss business, motivation, life perspective, "The Science of Beleaf" and much more!

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https://www.instagram.com/been_grinding1977

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In this episode, I speak with comedian, actor and writer Orhun Timur.

This is Orhun's second appearance on the podcast and in our conversation we discuss film, comedy, life philosophy and much more!

Follow Orhun on Instagram at:

https://www.instagram.com/orhun_timur/

https://www.instagram.com/orhuncomedy/

Visit Orhun's Website:

http://orhuntimur.com/

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In this episode, I speak with Scott Trost who is the Executive Director of The Meisner Institute. In our conversation, Scott and I discuss filmmaking, the acting business, Scott's role as Executive Director of The Meisner Institute, The Meisner Technique and much more!Follow Scott on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/airportrunningman/Visit The Meisner Institute Website:https://www.meisnerinstitute.com/Check out Scott's Books on Amazon:"De Tree A We"https://www.amazon.com/Tree-We-Remarkable-Sanford-Carville-ebook/dp/B07K17RPND/ref=sr_1_1?crid=384CJ9724NAN4&keywords=scott+trost+books&qid=1679722547&sprefix=scott+trost+books%2Caps%2C140&sr=8-1"All You Need To Know About The Movie and TV Business"https://www.amazon.com/Need-Know-About-Movie-Business/dp/0684800640/ref=sr_1_2?crid=384CJ9724NAN4&keywords=scott+trost+books&qid=1679722601&sprefix=scott+trost+books%2Caps%2C140&sr=8-2

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In this episode, I talk with actor, director and producer Kenny Yates.  

In our conversation, we discuss Kenny's new film and directorial feature debut "Rebroken" ,  Kenny's background and path to Hollywood, the creative process and much more!  

Buy, rent and watch "Rebroken" by clicking the link below:  

https://linktr.ee/rebrokenfilm?utm_source=linktree_profile_share  

Connect with Kenny at:  

https://kennyyates.com/

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In this episode, I talk with physical therapist, podcaster, author and creative Debbie Reeves.   

Debbie has been my physical therapist throughout my my leg injury and in our conversation we discuss how Debbie and I met, my recovery process, Debbie's background, spiritual philosophies,  her podcast "The Holy Shift Podcast" and much more!  

Visit Debbie's website:  

https://www.debbiereeves.org  

Subscribe to Debbie's YouTube Channel:  

https://www.youtube.com/ @debbiereeves    

Follow The Holy Shift Podcast on Instagram:  

https://www.instagram.com/theholyshiftpodcast

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In this episode, I speak with actor and my very dear friend, Eric Charles Jorgenson.   

I met Eric through Playhouse West acting school in Los Angeles several years ago and more importantly, Eric is the person who helped take care of me during my leg injury.   

In our discussion, Eric and I talk about our experience together during my leg injury and the pandemic shut downs, what we've learned on our spiritual journeys together, acting and much more!  

Eric is a phenomenal human being and I cannot thank him enough for all he has done for myself and my family.   

Follow Eric on Instagram at:  https://www.instagram.com/ericcharlesjorgenson

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In this episode, I speak with my good friend Nick Osborne. Nick is an actor who I met at Playhouse West in Los Angeles. 

In our conversation, Nick and I discuss the podcast he did called "The No F*cking Good Podcast with Nick Osborne", growing up in Apple Valley, how Nick got into acting, Italy and Nick's travels, following your heart, how we have become addicted to technology and much more!

Check out Nick's podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/the-no-f-cking-good-podcast-with-nick-osborne/id1266815170

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https://www.instagram.com/nickosborne___

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In this episode, I speak with my good friend KC Christon. 

This is KC's second appearance on the podcast and in this segment we discuss presenting your best self, politics, religion, the current condition of The United States and much more!

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http://instagram.com/hangnwithkc

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In this episode, I speak with actor and painter Charlie Statires. 

In our conversation, Charlie and I discuss his journey to Los Angeles, acting and how he became "Reynaldo Masters"

Follow Charlie on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/charliestatires/

Follow "Reynaldo Masters" on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/twocreamycrabs/

Visit Charlie's website:

https://reynaldomasters.com

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In this episode, I speak with music artist Emmalee Rainbow.  

In our conversation, Emmalee and I discuss her new music video "Origin" and the story behind it, Emmalee's acting career and time on the show "Celebrity Chef", growing up in Los Angeles, what inspires her creativity and much more!  

Watch Emmalee's music video "Origin"  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7sgclmJib0  

Visit Emmalee's Website:  

https://www.emmaleerainbow.com

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In this episode, I speak with entrepreneur and media pioneer Jim Nico.

In this conversation, Jim and Sam discuss their time working together at The Social Network Show, Jim's entrepreneurial background, spirituality and much more!

Visit Jim's company website at:

https://nosliphairties.com

Find Jim on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimnico

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In this episode, I speak with actor, songwriter and podcast host, Grayson Low.  

In our conversation, Grayson and I discuss a wide range of life topics and dig deep into the depths of humanity.   

Follow Grayson on Instagram:  

https://www.instagram.com/lowgrayson 

Listen to Grayson's Podcast "Good Shit with Warren & Grayson" on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other podcast streaming platforms.

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In this episode, I speak with actor and acting teacher Daryl Morris.   

In our conversation, Daryl and I talk about his path to the acting business, living in Las Vegas, my time with him in his acting class "Actor's Dynamic" and much more!  

Find Daryl on Facebook at:  

https://www.facebook.com/actorsdynamic

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In this episode, I speak with actor Vinn Sander.   

In our conversation, Vinn and I talk his acting career, what lead Vinn to pursue acting in Los Angeles, Health and Fitness, meditation and much more!  

Follow Vinn on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/vinsander  

Watch Vinn on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/vinnsandershow

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In this episode, I speak with filmmaker and author Kelly Schwarze.

In our conversation, Kelly and I discuss film business, some of his recent films, books Kelly has written including his latest book "Myron Pesky and the Basketball Nightmare" and much more!

Follow Kelly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directorkelly

Visit the Indie Film Factory website: https://indiefilmfactory.com

Purchase Kelly's books on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Kelly-Schwarze/e/B01MUF5NBM?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1650904868&sr=8-1

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In this episode, I speak with actor Ayana Taylor. 

In our conversation, Ayana and I discuss her acting career, her background and what lead her to Los Angeles, having a positive mentality and much more!

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https://www.instagram.com/_ayanataylor_

Follow Ayana on TikTok:

https://www.tiktok.com/@_ayanataylor_

Watch Ayana on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/AyanaTaylor

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In this episode, I speak with actor, writer and artist with many talents Tyler James White.  

In our conversation, Tyler and I discuss a wide variety of topics including the acting industry, what led Tyler to LA, his new film project "Byproduct", how to make your dreams happen and much more!  

Follow Tyler and his movie "Byproduct" on Instagram:  

https://www.instagram.com/tylerjameswhite 

https://www.instagram.com/byproductmovie

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In this episode, I speak with Ogeno who is the creator of the Amazon Prime series "For A Fee"

In our conversation, Ogeno and I discuss the release of Season 2, the story behind "For A Fee", overcoming obstacles to complete Season 2 during the pandemic, advice for creatives wanting to start their own projects and much more!

Watch "For A Fee" Season 2 on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Circle-Of-Lies/dp/B09HYQ1SNH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3LXH8N01DH3HV&keywords=for+a+fee&qid=1648059197&sprefix=for+a+fee%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-1

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https://www.instagram.com/forafeemovie/

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In this episode, I speak with producer, entrepreneur and activist Anuda. 

In our conversation, Anuda and I discuss a variety of topics including his work in Sierra Leone, The Kanye West documentary series, the music industry, NFT's and technology, the COVID-19 pandemic, The situation in Ukraine and world issues and much more!

Follow Anuda on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/anudathegreat

Follow Anuda on Twitter:

https://twitter.com/anudathegreat

Follow Anuda on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/officialanuda

Email Anuda at AnudaTheGreat@gmail.com

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In this episode, I speak with Kiola Raines.   

In our conversation, Kiola and I discuss social media, Kiola's sobriety journey, health and nutrition, motherhood and family and much more!  

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https://www.instagram.com/kiolaraines

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In this episode, I speak with artist, film director, actor, entrepreneur Joel Cocciolone.   

Joel and I speak on a wide variety of topics including his background, his path to Los Angeles, filmmaking, the challenges of being an artist, acting, world issues and much more!  

Follow Joel on Instagram at:  

https://www.instagram.com/joelleoj44/  

Visit Joel's website:  

https://www.joeldotcom.com/

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In this episode, I speak with Steven Farlardeau.  

Steven is the owner of X Dimension Fitness and the host of "The 86,400 Experience"  

Steven and I converse about a variety of topics and were connected by our mutual friend Avram Gonzales.  

Follow Steven on Social Media: 

http://instagram.com/xdimensionfit  

https://www.facebook.com/XDimensionFit  

Visit Steven's Website:  https://xdimensionfit.com/

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In this episode, I speak with Actor, Writer and Pharmacist, Nick Checket.   

In our conversation, Nick and I discuss how he's coped with the pandemic the past two years, his artistic journey, writing, acting, how he became a pharmacist, the benefits of therapy, marriage and much more!  

Follow Nick on Social Media:  

https://www.instagram.com/nchecket  

https://www.tiktok.com/@nickchecket  

Check out Nick's Vimeo Channel:  

https://vimeo.com/user90286822

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In this episode, I speak with Actor and Life coach Brian Maierhofer.   

In our conversation, Brian and I discuss self improvement, life philosophy, society's conditioning, the acting business and much more!   

Follow Brian on Social Media:  

https://www.instagram.com/brian.maierhofer 

https://twitter.com/heroredefined

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In this episode, I speak with story teller Sara Gabriella.  

In our conversation, Sara and I discuss spiritual growth, writing, The Metaverse, life philosophies and much more!  

Connect with Sara at:  

https://www.pixlhaus.com  

https://www.instagram.com/abundantstories

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In this episode, I speak with my good friend Khalilah Yasmin.

Khalilah is a writer and artist who has authored several books.

In our conversation, Khalilah and I discuss her recent trips to Hawaii, the books she's written, the creative process, racism, dating and much more!

Visit Khalilah's Website:

https://khalilahyasmin.com/

Visit Khalilah on Sound Cloud: https://soundcloud.com/khalilahyasmin

Purchase Khalilah's books on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Khalilah-Yasmin/e/B00WNBDLUU?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1643407795&sr=8-2

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In this episode, I speak with my good friend Ryan Larsen.  

I met Ryan while attending Playhouse West in Los Angeles.   

During our conversation, Ryan and I discuss the environment, the acting business, nutrition, working out, what it's like to be an actor in Los Angeles, Ryan's COVID-19 experience and much more!  

Follow Ryan on Instagram at:  

https://www.instagram.com/ryanisverynice

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In this episode, I speak with Aileen Ramirez.   

Aileen and I met through the acting community at Playhouse West in Los Angeles.  

In our conversation, Aileen and I discuss spiritual growth, techniques to open up consciousness, awareness, Aileen's Ayahuasca experience and much more!  

Follow Aileen on Instagram:  

https://www.instagram.com/itsaileenramirez 

Follow Aileen's brand "Unearthed"  

https://www.instagram.com/unearthed.la/ 

https://www.unearthed.la/

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In this episode, I speak with my old friend Avram Gonzales. 

Avram is a digital marketer, entrepreneur and the Chief Strategist at Digital Harvest. 

In our conversation, Avram and I discuss meeting through social media several years ago, different depths of philosophy and life perspectives, Avram's InspirACTION project and much more!

Follow Avram on Social Media:

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/avramgonzales

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/avramgonzales/

Check out Avram's Company Digital Harvest:

https://digitalharvest.io

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In this episode, I speak with actor, director, writer, artistic director and acting coach Wolf Bodison.   

Wolf was one of my acting teachers for two years at Playhouse West in Los Angeles and also directed me in several stage performances while I was attending the school.  

In our conversation, Wolf and I discuss some of our past memories together at Playhouse West in Los Angeles, his outside of the box methods for directing theatre, how he got into the acting business with his role in the movie "A Few Good Men", Playhouse West, how the acting business has changed and much more!  

To contact Wolf, visit his website at:  

http://www.wolfbodison.com/  

For information on Playhouse West visit:  

https://www.playhousewest.com

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In this episode, I talk with my very dear friend, Ford Fanter.

This is Ford's second time being on the podcast and it's always a deep and exhilarating conversation.

In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics including Ford's book "Moth", the creativity process, discovering who you are, climate change, the downfalls of technology and social media, death and dying, dating and much much more!

Purchase Ford's book "Moth" on Barnes and Noble:

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/moth-ford-fanter/1139075544?ean=9781034676751

Purchase Ford's book "Moth" on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Moth-Ford-Fanter/dp/103467675X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=19JZS6KT78O5D&keywords=moth+by+ford+fanter&qid=1640932265&sprefix=moth+by+ford+fanter%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1

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In this episode, I speak with public relations expert, writer and poet, Tami Belt.   

Tami and I discussed a numerous amount of topics including Las Vegas, Tami's experience in the Public Relations industry, technology, her book "Poetic Justice" and much more!  

Purchase Tami's book "Poetic Justice" 

https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/657122-Poetic-Justice  

Contact Tami at her website:  

https://www.1bluecube.com/

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In this episode, I speak with writer, musician and actor Chris Clarke to talk about his new book "Smooth Sailing For Hard Rocks"   

Chris plans to officially launch "Smooth Sailing For Hard Rocks" in 2022, but you can currently purchase a copy from him directly by reaching out to him on social media.   

Here are the links to get ahold of Chris:

Instagram:  

https://www.instagram.com/chrisclarke____  

https://www.instagram.com/smoothsailingforhardrocks  

Facebook:  

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100071958545300  

Twitter:  

https://twitter.com/CHRISCLARKEEE

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In this episode, I speak with music artist and actor Chico Spitz.   

In our conversation, Chico and I discuss his music, acting in "For A Fee", dating and relationships, mental health and much more!  

Follow Chico on Social Media:  

https://www.instagram.com/chicospitz/ 

https://twitter.com/chicospitz  

https://www.youtube.com/chicospitz  

Look for Chico's latest music project "Circulate" on all major music streaming platforms.

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In this episode, I talk to my long time friend of over 20 years, KG.   

KG and I discuss sports, Las Vegas, coin collecting, unplugging from the news and much more!

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In this episode, I speak with my good friend Alexis James.  

In our conversation, Alexis and I discuss interior design, health and wellness, fitness, acting, dating as well as her sea moss company "Soulutions LA" and much more!  

Visit the Soulutions LA website at:  

https://soulutionsla.com 

Follow Soulutions LA on Instagram:   

https://www.instagram.com/soulutions.la

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In this episode, I talk with my long time friend Tyler Cope.   

Tyler and I discuss a variety of topics including plants, homelessness, spirituality, philosophy, life and much more!

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In this episode, I talk with my long time friend from Canton, IL Ryan Smith. 

In our conversation, Ryan and I discuss growing up in Canton, basketball, Ryan's professional fighting career, Ryan's fitness challenges with Project 11 and much more!

Follow Ryan on Facebook, Twitter and instagram @mitty11

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In this episode, I speak with my friend Franklin Garcia. 

Franklin is an actor, writer and artist who I met in Los Angeles through the acting community at Playhouse West.  

Franklin and I discuss growing up in Long Beach, his love for acting and how he discovered Playhouse West, the writing process, art, mental health, working out and much more!  

Follow Franklin and his art on Instagram at:  

https://www.instagram.com/franklin1garcia  

https://www.instagram.com/franklin_surreal_art

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In this episode, I speak with marketer, consultant and producer Chelsea Crews. 

In our conversation, Chelsea and I discuss a variety of topics consisting of Chelsea's entertainment career, the responsibility of marketing, The Tobias Project, her film "Hidden", dating and much more!

Follow The Tobais Project at:

https://www.instagram.com/the_tobias_project_/

https://www.facebook.com/thetobiasproject

Watch Chelsea's film "Hidden"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZs-mJ_NvfA

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In this episode, I talk with author, poet, actor and artist Lucy Isaula.

Lucy and I discuss a variety of topics including Lucy's debut book "Then The Flowers Found Me: Prose Unspoken", writing, poetry, Lucy's love for reading and much more!

Follow Lucy On Instagram at: http://www.instagram.com/lucyixx

Buy Lucy's book "Then The Flowers Found Me: Prose Unspoken" on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Then-Flowers-Found-Lucy-Isaula/dp/1034003739/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=then+the+flowers+found+me&qid=1636144758&qsid=133-8923051-0682037&sr=8-1&sres=1034003739%2CB01M4MCUAF%2C1735926604%2CB08CB3ZSJS%2CB01J7M44MG%2CB00H56KCUU%2C1640210202%2CB08FDCLXNP%2CB07Q5TL9SQ%2C0399579729%2CB08DGXHQMH%2CB00AFEY354%2C0062060627%2C150720471X%2C1446307352%2CB078GD3DRG

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In this episode, I speak with stand up comedian and artistic connoisseur,  Ariel Jimenez.   

In our conversation, Ariel and I talk about movies, cartoons, mental health, Ariel's stand up comedy journey, growing up in Santa Clarita and much more!  

Follow Ariel on Instagram at http://www.Instagram.com/ariel51_comedy

Find Ariel on Facebook by searching "Ariel Jimenez"

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In this episode, I talk with actor, designer, music artist and super creative talent, JJ Obee.   

I met JJ through the acting community in Los Angeles and have a great respect for her insights and artistic mind.   

In our conversation, JJ and I discuss her artistic journey which led her to LA, the acting business, online dating, the book "The Overstory" and much more!

Follow JJ on Instagram, TikTok and Twitter @JJ_Obee  

Check out JJ's work on her website at http://www.JJObee.com

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In this episode, I talk with my great friend Mike Cardan.   

Mike is an actor, filmmaker and photographer who lives in Los Angeles, CA. 

Mike and I discuss a multitude of topics including the acting business, Mike's move to Los Angeles, learning a new skill, photography, California National Parks, the meaning of life and much more!  

Watch Mike's YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1UeW0qyFXR4lMpzXG1NOdw 

Follow Mike on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mike.cardan.photography/

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In this episode, I catch up with an old friend, Marshall Wayne.  

Marshall is an online branding genius and it's been fun to watch his creatively online over the years.   

In our conversation, we talk about Marshall's marketing background, the evolution of social media, Marshall's time living in Hollywood, The Agency, how his latest business venture "The Mounting Man" took off and much more!  

Find Marshall on Facebook by searching "Marshall Wayne"  

Check out Marshall's latest business at www.TheMountingMan.TV

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In this episode, I talk with talk show host, podcaster, producer, actor, fashion consultant and book author Will Edwards.

I met Will several years ago in Las Vegas and consider him a great friend and person whom I admire.

We talk podcasting including Will's latest show "Whats Race Gotta Do With It", The Will Edwards Show, stand up comedy, the creative process, fashion, Will's book "What Men Do Wrong From Dressing To Grooming", marketing campaigns for Three Square Las Vegas, Will's time in Scientology and a whole lot more!

Follow Will on Twitter and Instagram at: @willtheshow

Buy Will's Book "What Men Do Wrong From Dressing To Grooming" on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/What-Wrong-Dressing-Grooming-Extraordinary/dp/1973363801/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=will+edwards+what+men&qid=1634241236&sr=8-2

Listen to Will's podcast "Whats Race Gotta Do With It" on all major streaming platforms.

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In this episode, I talk with my good friend Julian Peled.   

I met Julian through the acting community in Los Angeles a few years ago.   

In our conversation, Julian and I discuss his move to Texas, what it was like growing up in Israel, being in the military, the stock market, online dating and more!

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In this episode, I talk with my great friend, Shane Allen of Carmello Vision. 

Shane is a brilliant graphic designer, artist and just an overall amazing human being. 

I've had the pleasure to work with Shane on several artistic projects over the years and it's always a pleasure to catch up with him. 

In this conversation, we discuss social media, the creativity process, the Las Vegas days, Shane living in Japan and more. 

Shane currently lives in Tokyo, Japan.

Learn more about Shane's work by visiting his website at http://www.CarmelloVision.com

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In this episode, I speak with Actor, Teacher, Improvisor and Interpreter Daniel J. Silva. 

Daniel and I met in Los Angeles through the acting community and it was great to catch up with him on this podcast. 

We discussed acting, teaching, Daniel's experience growing up in Spain, self-improvement, dating and more. 

You can learn more about Daniel and find his social media profiles on his website at https://www.danieljsilva.com

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In this episode, I talk with my good friend, Tommy Christopoulos. 

This was a great conversation as we covered a variety of topics ranging from the arts, social media, religion and mental health. 

You can follow Tommy on Instagram at http://instagram.com/tommy.christopoulos

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In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with music artist, producer and long term friend MOA. 

Sam has known MOA for almost 20 years and has worked with him on several projects. 

MOA is a man of many talents and is never afraid to say what is exactly on his mind. 

Sam sat down with MOA at The M Resort in Las Vegas and they had a conversation. 

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In this episode, I talk with actor, artist, filmmaker and plant-based author Cametria Hill.

Cametria is a phenomenal talent who always brings a high level of intensity to her work.

I've had the the pleasure to work with and get to know Cametria over the past couple years.

I sat down with Cametria on the beach in Santa Monica and we had a conversation.

Follow Cametria on Instagram at http://Instagram.com/candid_camsta

Follow Cametria on Facebook at http://Facebook.com/CamThaVeg

Buy Cametria's book on Amazon at : https://www.amazon.com/Southern-Girls-Guide-Plant-Based-Eating/dp/0998994626/ref=sr_1_3?crid=XBHN82Z0NPIW&dchild=1&keywords=a+southern+girls+guide+to+plant+based+eating&qid=1606522281&sprefix=a+southern+girls+%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-3

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In this episode, I talk with Director, Actor, Writer and Stand-Up Comedian Orhun Timur.   Orhun is an incredibly talented artist and one of the most passionate I have ever met.   I always feel inspired every time I talk with him.   I sat with Orhun at his home in Los Angeles and we had a conversation.   

Follow Orhun on Instagram at http://instagram.com/orhun_timur 

Visit Orhun's website at http://orhuntimur.com

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In this episode, I talk to multimedia artist and entertainer Ford Fanter. Ford is truly a one of a kind talent whose skillset never ceases to amaze me. I've gotten to know and work with Ford over the past few years and it's been a phenomenal experience to say the least. 

I sat down with Ford in Griffith Park in Los Angeles and we had a conversation. 

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In this episode I sit down with KC Christon. KC is a children's book author, actor, artist and is currently in school studying sociology. He has also worked private high end security for a variety of people in the sports and entertainment fields. 

I've had the pleasure of knowing and working with KC the past several years. 

I visited KC's home in Las Vegas and we had a conversation.