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How to Write a Netflix Movie with Lauren Swickard Dec 11, 2020

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Christmas to many is the most wonderful time of the year. As the song goes, 'There'll be much mistltoeing, And hearts will be glowing, When loved ones are near, It's the most wonderful time of the year.' But one of the staples in every holiday rotation is the Christmas Movie. There are even a few major TV networks that have defined their brand by the seasonal movies they play, almost year-round.
Today's guest Lauren Swickard not only stars in a new Christmas Movie on Netflix, but she also created, wrote, and produced it. Her real-life husband and “General Hospital” star Josh Swickard stars opposite her in the movie. 'A California Christmas' is coming to Netflix on December 14th. The movie was also one of the first feature films to be produced during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Lauren has quickly established herself as a powerful woman in film. She has written and sold multiple original screenplays throughout her short but impressive professional career. Lauren’s next endeavor is her role as lead writer and producer for “Casa Grande” - an episodic series she created that is scheduled for distribution in early 2021. The hour-long serial narrative drama follows an ensemble cast through the intertwining lives of various families in the farmland of Northern California.
In today's conversation, we learn about Lauren's indirect route to becoming a writer and actress, the art of writing screenplays, how to find inspiration in story, the importance of story to communicate humanity, and much more.
Links
A California Christmas: https://www.netflix.com/title/81344378
Lauren's Instagram: http://instagram.com/laurenswickard/

The Life of a Professional Women's Football Player with Adrienne Smith Dec 08, 2020

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When you think of women's sports you might think of soccer, figure skating, basketball, track and field, or gymnastics. But when was the last time you thought about professional women's football? If you are like me, most likely never. But there is a growing movement of women playing elite football. Adrienne is one of the women but her journey is so much deeper. She's bringing together sports, education, and entertainment to create something special. As a football player, she has won multiple national championships. As an entertainer, she has acted in shows like 'Orange Is the New Black.' And in education, she has used her entrepreneurial skills to launch 'Blitz Champz.'
In the conversation today, Adrienne shares her story of how she went to Columbia for an MBA only to discover that there was a place for her to pursue football. We talk about the state of women's football and how it is maturing into something pretty special.
Later in the conversation, we talk about her passion for entrepreneurship and how education drives the mission of the businesses she builds. Amazing brands like Blitz Champz, Gridiron Queendom, and Harlem Hip-Hop Tours.
Join us as we cover a lot of ground and get inspired by the life of Adrienne Smith.
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Website: http://www.adriennethe10.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/adriennethe10
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adriennethe10/

Building a Safer Rideshare App with Syed Gilani Dec 04, 2020

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If you have ever traveled or live in a city you most likely have used a rideshare app like Uber or Lyft. They are convenient, affordable, and easy to use. Most of the time it's a great experience that is beneficial to both the rider and the driver. However, one question comes over time and time again. How safe are rideshare apps and what are companies like Uber and Lyft doing to create a safe space for everyone that uses these tools?
Syed Gilani and the team at Safr felt like they could answer this question and build a better App for women and others who don't feel safe using the existing tools. In today's conversation, we chat with Syed about how their approach to rideshare is creating the safest, most secure riding experience in the industry. He answers the question 'Why truly reliable and safe transportation for women is so hard to find?' He also shares the complexity the COVID-19 pandemic has brought to the rideshare space.
Later in the conversation, we discuss the world of startups, app development, startup funding, entrepreneurship, and more.
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https://www.gosafr.com
Today's episode is sponsored by Flocksy. Flocksy is your source for graphic design, web development, and video editing all in a monthly subscription. Visit http://flocksy.com/jumblethink/ to get 10% off your first month.

An Unexpected Journey to Acting with Ben Milliken Nov 24, 2020

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Often our lives lead to places we never imagine. It could be an unexpected opportunity, a class that we took that sparks a new interest, an accident that leads to a different path, or a million other little things that open a new door.
Ben Milliken has had that kind of unexpected journey that has led to success in acting. Ben Milliken was raised on the northern beaches outside Sydney Australia. Ben had planned a career as a boxer and was an amateur boxer for 10 years. After studying the world of TV and Film at On Camera Studio, he stepped into the world of acting.
In 2008 Ben starred in the independent feature film, Newcastle which debuted at the 2008 Tribeca Film Festival. He then moved to Los Angeles to continue his pursuit of acting and began landing roles in multiple films and television projects including Blue Crush 2.
More recently Ben stared in Amazon’s hit show ‘Bosch.’ He also was in ‘Mighty Oak’ playing the character ‘Darby.’
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Ben's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben.milliken/?hl=en
Mighty Oak: https://mightyoakthemovie.com
Today's episode is sponsored by Flocksy. Flocksy is your source for graphic design, web development, and video editing all in a monthly subscription. Visit http://flocksy.com/jumblethink/ to get 10% off your first month.

Redefining Your Identity Josh Cary Nov 20, 2020

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Often we live life hiding from the dreams and ideas we have. Most of the time it's because we don't really know who we are. Our identity can often be masked by insecurities and failures. In today's episode, Josh Cary shares how he went from hiding to an entrepreneur helping others find their true self. When we answer the question of identity we can find true confidence and a place of belonging. By finding your true voice you can step into the fullness of how you can impact the world.
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Josh's Website: https://joshcary.com/
PodMAX: https://podmax.co
Josh Cary spent 40 years in hiding! That’s right. He was hiding every aspect of himself and showing up with a ‘mask’ on in all areas of life trying to gain the approval of everyone else.
At 19, he changed his name and entered into, what would become, a 15-year career as a professional actor and filmmaker. The applause and external accolades didn’t completely heal his feelings of anxiety and insecurities and he found himself more isolated than ever.
Today, Josh is the co-founder of PodMAX (an On Air Brands company), a podcast production and media company that provides training and events catered to entrepreneurs who have a meaningful message to share.
Josh is also an accomplished podcast host of two shows with over 200 combined episodes.

Rediscovering Story with Robert Fergusson Nov 17, 2020

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Somewhere along the way, we lost our sense of story. We traded it in for better models, systems, and data. But the world is longing for story again. People are looking for the stories that pass on gathered wisdom, reveal our identity, convey responsibility, instill values, and uncover the truth.
Robert Fergusson has a passion for story. It's the method in which he communicates messages which help to bring clarity and impact into the lives of those he teaches. In his new book 'Are You Getting This', Robert shares 20 techniques to help you rediscover the power of story in your own life. He teaches how you can begin to incorporate the craft of storytelling back into your own life.
In today's conversation, we discuss the importance of story in our culture today and how the rediscovery of the art of story is something that is needed more than ever. It helps us to explore and share ideas that matter and ultimately helps us to spark changes in our thoughts and actions. Join us as we ask the question 'What story are you telling yourself?'
Links
Book: Are You Getting This - https://hillsongstore.com/aygt/
About Robert Fergusson
Robert Fergusson has been part of the teaching team at Hillsong Church for the last 30 years. He is English by birth, Australian by choice, and European by taste. He has seven growing grandchildren, three married children, and one patient wife. He is a biologist by training but dislikes the color green. He is a teacher by calling but hates marking. He loves traveling, reading, photography, and coffee. For over 40 years, he has taught people how to live in order to please God. He and his wife currently live in the parrot-filled suburbs of Sydney.

Finding Your Purpose with Mark Delaney Nov 13, 2020

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Finding your purpose can seem like an impossible task. Yet there is this internally calling that each of us feels in which we believe were we created for something. But how do we go from 'a feeling' to a roadmap to step into our full purpose? In today's show, Mark Delaney shares how we no longer need to wonder if we will stumble into our purpose. Instead, we can clearly know it and have a path forward. This purpose leads us to find impact in our lives and in the lives of those around us. It takes vulnerability, being confident in ourselves, overcoming the false answer of pride, knowing what to trust, and ultimately the willingness to step out of our comfort zone and into the unknown. It's time to live a life that matters.
Mark and his wife Adena are on a mission. Their belief is that "We all have a great purpose. We can know it clearly and be set free to pursue it boldly!" They created a program called The Purpose Mastermind. This is a 4-week program that enables people to clarify their major life purpose and be set free from any mindsets that hold them back from boldly pursuing it. In the last couple of years, they have become empty-nesters and they are committed to spending the rest of their lives empowering others to live a life of purpose.
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Mark Delaney's Website: https://markdelaney.me
Today's episode is sponsored by Flocksy. Flocksy is your source for graphic design, web development, and video editing all in a monthly subscription. Visit http://flocksy.com/jumblethink/ to get 10% off your first month.

The Power of Design with Robert Niemiec Nov 10, 2020

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Design is much more than how something looks or functions. It's the process of bringing the analytical and creative together to innovate and create. Robert Niemiec and Twisthink are helping some of the leading brands to find a new approach to their process by incorporating a 'human-centered' sense of design. Their approach brings together design, technology, and strategy to help design a better future not only for the brand but also for the people it serves.
'Innovation is not an event, it's a process. It's a process that needs to be woven culturally into every organization.' - Bob Niemiec
Robert Niemiec is Managing Partner at Twisthink, a digital innovation partner working to help companies bring their new products or services to life. Through hands-on partnerships fueled by strategic insight, human-centered design, and advanced technology, Twisthink empowers each of their clients to imagine, develop, and launch exciting new user experiences that “their” customers will love!
For nearly 2 decades the Twisthink team has consistently unlocked game-changing opportunities for clients in a broad range of markets including residential, industrial, healthcare, automotive, manufacturing, and many things in between. Because at Twisthink, they’re not tethered to industry paradigms or mired by the day-to-day constraints of those industries. They flow between industries and can spot consumer, design, and technology trends that affect them all. They’re entirely devoted to creating the ideal user experience, which allows their customers to become leaders in their industries and accelerate growth.
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Twisthink: https://twisthink.com

The Fresh Prince of Bel Air - Revisited with Daphne Maxwell Reid Oct 30, 2020

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In the last several generations there have been shows that have defined and informed the culture around us. One of those shows was 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.' In today's conversation, Daphne Maxwell Reid joins us to share what it was like to be 'Aunt Viv' on the show. We chat about the upcoming 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air: 30 Years Later' reunion coming to HBO Max on Thanksgiving weekend. We also talk about her career as an actor working on shows including Hill Street Blues, The Love Boat, and The A-Team.
Later in the conversation, we dive deep into Race, Religion, photography, finding joy in life, using your giftings, fashion, and more.
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Daphne's Website: https://www.daphnemaxwellreid.com
Today's show was sponsored by Flocksy. Flocksy provides unlimited projects by a vetted creative team for a flat monthly rate. Video editing, graphic design, writing, web design, and more. Visit https://flocksy.com/jumblethink/ to get 10% off your first month with a 14-day money-back guarantee.
About Daphne Maxwell Reid
People know her as "Aunt Vivian" from "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air". But she is also a photographic artist, author, and designer. In sharing her photographic art she hopes to inspire a childhood sense of wonder and curiosity with her four published books of doors from around the world. She has also published a mini-memoir in the form of a cookbook, entitled Grace, Soul & Motherwit.

Infinite Banking with Christopher Larsen Oct 14, 2020

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Investing in real estate can be overwhelming and feel like it's unattainable. But what if there was a way that you could find an 'Infinite Bank' to help you reach your dreams? In today's episode, Christopher Larsen shares his story of how he found financial independence through education and investment. It's time to make money 'work for you' instead of you working for your money. In his book 'Next-Level Income: How to make, keep, and grow your money using the 'Holy Grail of Real Estate' to achieve financial independence' we learn how we can all take control of our lives, our money, and our dreams simply by learning about opportunities that we never knew existed. Chris shares his very personal story of how loss propelled him to a better way of living and gave him a reason to live an intentional life. It's time to stop waiting for one day. It's time to start investing in the life you want to build.
Christopher Larsen is the founder and Managing Partner of Next-Level Income, through which he helps investors become financially independent through education and investment opportunities. Chris has been investing in and managing real estate for over 20 years. While completing his degree in Biomechanical Engineering and M.B.A. in Finance at Virginia Tech, he bought his first single-family rental at age 21. During his subsequent career in the medical device industry, Chris expanded into development, private-lending, buying distressed debt as well as commercial office, and ultimately syndicating multifamily properties. He began syndicating deals in 2016 and has been actively involved in over $150M of real estate acquisitions. In addition to real estate, Chris has invested in equities, oil & gas, and small business lending, as well as being active in Venture South, one of the nation’s Top 10 Angel Investing groups. Chris lives with his wife and two boys in Asheville, NC where he loves spending time with them in the outdoors and enjoying the food and culture that the region has to offer.
Link: https://www.nextlevelincome.com

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