Learn how to overcome the mental barriers, limiting beliefs, and excuses that are standing between you and your dreams with the host of American Ninja Warrior Akbar Gbajabiamila.
Ep71: To Assist or Not to Assist…That Is the Question (pt 2) | with Wellington Harrison
Choosing between the assist editing route vs the editing route is not an easy choice. Learn why becoming an indie editor is the best route for Wellington Harrison in part 2 of this podcast interview.
Ep70: To Assist or Not to Assist…That Is the Question (pt 1) | with Chris Cavanagh
Choosing between the assist editing route vs the editing route is not an easy choice. Learn why becoming an assistant was the best route for Chris Cavanagh in part 1 of this podcast interview.
Ep69: How I Landed My Dream Job Editing ‘Cobra Kai’ | with Jon Hurwitz, Josh Heald, and Hayden Schlossberg
Want to know what conversations really happen in the edit suite of major television shows like Cobra Kai? Get an honest look in this interview with the Cobra Kai creators Jon Hurwitz, Josh Heald, and Hayden Schlossberg.
Ep68: How to Go From Couch to the (Spartan) Course | with Rose Wetzel, ANW
Rose Wetzel is a two-time American Ninja Warrior finalist and professional obstacle course racer who runs her own personal training business while juggling her new life as a mom to Taylor Joi.
Ep67: Using Fitness to Overcome Parkinson’s and Become a Ninja | With Jimmy Choi, ANW
Jimmy Choi went from being diagnosed with young onset Parkinson’s Disease at age 27 (and gaining 70 pounds) to becoming an American Ninja Warrior…here’s the mindset that made it possible.
Ep66: Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Time Blocking (But Were Afraid to Ask) | with Amber De La Garza
Learn how to better manage your day, your week, and your life with the most powerful strategy in my productivity toolbox: Time blocking.
Ep65: Becoming a ‘Digital Minimalist’ | with Cal Newport
Your smartphone and social media are doing far more damage than you might imagine. Learn how to take back your time, energy, and attention using the philosophy of ‘Digital Minimalism.’
Ep64: [CASE STUDY] Overcoming Burnout and Imposter Syndrome | with Chryss Terry
Learn how editor Chryss Terry used simple time management skills to overcome repeated burnout and imposter syndrome.
Ep63: [CASE STUDY] Overcoming Procrastination and Getting Focused | with Moni Salazar
Learn how feature editor Moni Salazar transformed from scatterbrained to productivity ninja by making just a few simple changes to her daily habits.
Ep62: [CASE STUDY] Transitioning to Scripted Television | with Len Ciccotello
Learn how documentary and special features editor Len Ciccotello transitioned to working in scripted television using just a few simple steps.
Ep61: The Difference Between ‘Amateurs’ and ‘Professionals’ | with Allon Khakshouri
Learn the fundamental differences between amateurs and professionals, no matter your craft, from high performance expert Allon Khakshouri.
Ep60: Getting 1% Better Every Single Day | with Westley Silvestri, ANW
Learn from American Ninja Warrior Westley Silvestri what it takes to get 1% better every day, no matter what goal you’re pursuing.
Ep59: The Craft of Film Composing (And Working with Composers) | with Joseph Trapanese
Learn from master composer Joe Trapanese the craft of film composition, how he broke into the business, and most importantly how to work and collaborate with composer.
Ep58: How to Get a Script Made In Hollywood | with Kyle Long
Kyle Long is a Hollywood feature film and television writer, producer, and the showrunner of the recent limited series ‘Unsolved: The Murders of Tupac & …