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Love is Blind & Music Preferences: A Scientific Breakdown Jun 11, 2024

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Join Fab and David for this episode as they dive into what they've been listening to, nostalgic albums, movies they have finally gave a chance to, and more. Between Love is Blind and Love on the Spectrum to dissecting Christopher Nolan (again?) and Scorcese, you get to hear a goofy and realistic look into the content the hosts are consuming. Answer the question at the end with what you've been watching and listening to lately! Follow + leave us a 5-star review!

CHAPTERS:

0:00 - Intro

2:29 - Gym music

5:14 - Marvel movies

8:57 - Current series

15:02 - Inspiring documentaries

18:33 - Nolan's Oppenheimer

21:38 - NO to Barbie

25:10 - Killers of the Flower Moon

28:10 - Favorite trashy tv FIND US ON... Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/podcaststoria/⁠⁠ Tiktok - ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@storiapodcast⁠⁠ X - ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/podcaststoria⁠⁠ Facebook - ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/storiapodcast⁠⁠ Youtube - ⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@PodcastStoria BETHEL CONSERVATORY OF THE ARTS - Check out ⁠⁠https://www.bethelconservatory.com⁠⁠

Mastering the money mindset for artists Jun 04, 2024

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In this podcast episode, hosts Fabiano Altamura and David Norona invite guest Chris Lamm to share practical financial advice, specifically tailored for creatives and artists. Lamm emphasizes the importance of setting clear financial goals and overcoming emotional barriers that often hinder financial success. He encourages creatives to challenge negative money beliefs and develop a positive mindset towards money. Lamm stresses the significance of investing regularly, allocating 20% of income to investments like the stock market or real estate funds. He highlights the transformative power of knowledge, budgeting, and making small changes that can have a significant impact on long-term financial goals. Lamm's advice serves as a valuable resource for creatives and artists, helping them reshape limiting beliefs and take control of their financial future.

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CHAPTERS:

0:00 - Intro

2:59 - Options for growth

6:07 - Invest wisely

8:13 - Side hustles

11:22 - Budgeting

13:51 - Honest finances

16:03 - Start meal prepping

19:41 - Small splurges

22:46 - Like a business

25:07 - Closing

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Finding your own way in the film industry | Director/Actors Kendall Bryant and Angus Benfield May 28, 2024

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In this podcast episode, hosts David Norona and Fabiano Altamura interview Kendall Bryant and Angus Benfield, two individuals who have made their mark in the film industry through resilience and determination. Kendall shares his experience of starting a production company with his wife, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and faith. Angus discusses his leap of faith from Australia to LA to pursue filmmaking. The guests highlight the value of taking initiative, creating independent content, and continuously improving as storytellers. They also touch on challenges in securing funding, the significance of humility, and the need for perseverance in the face of criticism. Overall, the episode showcases the guests' dedication to their artistic journeys and the importance of hard work and learning in building a successful career in film.

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GO FIND KENNY & ANGUS & THE KEEPER HERE... IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15507424/ INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/thekeeper.movie ALL OTHER THINGS - https://linktr.ee/thekeepermovie Kendall Bryant - https://www.instagram.com/kendall_bryant_jr Angus Benfield - https://www.instagram.com/angusbenfieldofficial

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The Keeper Movie Premiere with Directors Kendall Bryant + Angus Benfield May 21, 2024

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David and Fab sit down with directors and actors Kendall Bryant and Angus Benfield on the cusp of their new movie premiere, The Keeper. They discuss their new movie, based on a true story, about a veteran hiking the Appalachian trail carrying 363 military tags on a mission to help prevent veteran suicide. As co-directors, Kenny and Angus discuss the process of shooting the film, acting and directing simultaneously, and handling the weight of upholding presenting a true story well. They hope to bring light to mental health, PTSD, depression, and more issues veterans face through their new film, The Keeper. The Keeper premieres in Cinemark theaters across the country on Memorial Day! GO FIND THE KEEPER HERE... IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15507424/ INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/thekeeper.movie ALL OTHER THINGS - https://linktr.ee/thekeepermovie Kendall Bryant - https://www.instagram.com/kendall_bryant_jr Angus Benfield - https://www.instagram.com/angusbenfieldofficial CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro 2:58 - Who is Kendall Bryant? 3:30 - Who is Angus Benfield? 5:07 - Taking roles in films8:18 - True story of The Keeper11:00 - Kenny's journey as a veteran14:52- Portraying real-life characters19:12 - On-set experience21:24 - Directing and lead role25:00 - Where to watch The Keeper28:00 - Mental Health for veterans Follow + leave us a 5-star review! FIND US ON... Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/podcaststoria/⁠ Tiktok - ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@storiapodcast⁠ X - ⁠https://twitter.com/podcaststoria⁠ Facebook - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/storiapodcast⁠ Youtube - ⁠https://youtube.com/@PodcastStoria⁠ BETHEL CONSERVATORY OF THE ARTS - Check out ⁠https://www.bethelconservatory.com⁠

From addiction to financial freedom with Chris Lamm | Part One May 14, 2024

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In this captivating episode, Fab and David sit down with Chris Lamm, a remarkable mortgage broker and entrepreneur, whose journey from a challenging upbringing to personal triumph will inspire artists and creatives alike. Chris's story of overcoming addiction, finding faith, and navigating through unemployment and financial crises showcases the power of resilience and personal growth. With a focus on personal responsibility and financial stewardship, Chris shares valuable insights on credit repair, debt consolidation, and the importance of relationships. This episode is a testament to the transformative power of second chances, community support, and the pursuit of passion, making it a must-listen for artists and creatives seeking inspiration and guidance on their own unique paths to success.

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How to find belonging with actor and comedian Dave Pileggi May 07, 2024

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In part two of the conversation with actor and comedian Dave Pileggi on the Storia podcast, he shares miraculous stories of people getting saved on-set, receiving business-saving prophetic words for strangers, witnessing healings, and more. Despite working in Hollywood, which challenges the traditional Christian notion of a holy life, Dave continues to land jobs that disrupt these expectations. His experiences highlight the transformative power of faith in unexpected places and the importance of being open to God's guidance and intervention in all aspects of life, including the entertainment industry. CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 4:19 - Purpose in serving others 8:14 - Excel in your craft 14:00 - Praying for fellow actors 18:34 - Coffee house miracle 23:22 - Souls matter more 28:12 - Jesus sees the heart 32:36 - Obedience over understanding 37:40 - God and self-acceptance 42:46 - Belonging is key. Follow + leave us a 5-star review! PART ONE WITH DAVE - https://youtu.be/pFHWQx_7src FIND DAVE ON... Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davepileggi/ IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3637385/ FIND US ON... Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/podcaststoria/⁠ Tiktok - ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@storiapodcast⁠ X - ⁠https://twitter.com/podcaststoria⁠ Facebook - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/storiapodcast⁠ Youtube - ⁠https://youtube.com/@PodcastStoria⁠ BETHEL CONSERVATORY OF THE ARTS - Check out ⁠https://www.bethelconservatory.com⁠

The market crashed and I became an actor | Dave Pileggi Apr 30, 2024

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In part one of this Storia episode, David and Fab are joined by guest Dave Pileggi, an actor and comedian who shares his remarkable journey from the business world to a successful acting career. After experiencing a personal crisis during the market crash, Dave found himself at a low point, contemplating ending his life. However, a profound encounter with the Lord brought him back to life through the power of creativity and joy. Dave's newfound passion for acting led to unexpected opportunities, including witnessing people getting saved on set. This inspiring story highlights the transformative power of faith and the importance of finding purpose and joy in life's unexpected turns.

CHAPTERS:

0:00 - Intro

3:30 - Market crash leads to a dark place

7:00 - Accidentally an actor

11:00 - Life-changing Encounter

14:30 - Struggling with shame & self-worth

18:45 - Believing in God's word, not lies

22:11 - God's words daily

25:25 - Identity is key

28:35 - Confronting the enemy's tactics

33:21 - Daily Routine

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How to handle disappointment Apr 23, 2024

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Fab and David dive into recent disappointments, career disappointments, disappointment in family life, and more and how they navigate and handle those things as well as where they've gone wrong. Don't miss this emotion-filled, nostalgic episode!

CHAPTERS:

0:00 - Intro

2:40 - Disappointment is inevitable

5:17 - Finding peace and intentionality

9:13 - Expectations to pain

12:48 - Unmet expectations

16:04 - Navigating disappointment as an actor

18:20 - Actors Journey

20:42 - Family & self-discovery

23:17 - Disappointments in life

26:26 - Rewards of the profession

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