The Formula Podcast with Trevor Carlson

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LIVE: Producing World-Class Events with the Englert Theatre's Andre Perry #46 Jul 31, 2018

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On this episode of the Formula Trevor Carlson and Andre Perry sit down to discuss how he approaches producing events at the famous Englert Theatre in Iowa City and the advice he has for those looking to produce their own events.
On this episode Trevor and Andre discuss:
- The history of Mission Creek Festival
- How Andre got into event production
- Why events are important
- What makes an event that makes you question reality?
- The amount of work it takes to put on a show
- Why it is important to know when to be patient
- Why Andre is as open and honest as possible when producing a show
- Why Andre has stayed in Iowa vs locating to a bigger market
- What is the most spectacular show Andre has seen?
- How to get an event off the ground
- The concept of finding the next good thing
- Reading, Writing, and Listening
- Notes of a Native Son - https://amzn.to/2LD2zsn
Follow the Englert on Facebook to find more events at https://www.facebook.com/englerttheatre/
Get your tickets for Witching Hour here - http://www.witchinghourfestival.com/
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The Keto Diet and Optimizing Your Body for Performance with Dr. Brady Salcido #45 Jul 17, 2018

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On this episode of the Formula, Trevor Carlson and Dr. Brady Salcido breakdown the ketogenic diet and how YOU can optimize your body for its highest performance.
Who this episode is for:
-People looking for a boost in brain or body performance
-A lifestyle change to improve energy
-The Ketogenic Diet
-Improving your diet overall
On this episode Trevor and Dr. Salcido discuss:
-What is the KETOGENIC diet
-Why do people feel so good on the ketogenic diet?
-Quick tips to get more fat throughout the day (hint: bulletproof coffee)
-What is a fat bomb
-Fat Bomb Recipe
-What is intermittent fasting?
-What are the benefits of fasting?
-What is neruolifestyle?
-The process for hacking your brain and diet
-What is heart rate variability
-What is HIIT training and why is it important
-What are ketones and why are they good for you?
-Why is it important to focus on your health?
-Why being unhealthy is selfish
-Why cold showers are a great way to start the day
-Remember to breathe
-Code of the Extraordinary Mind - Amazon link - https://amzn.to/2NUkyIB
Follow Dr Brady Salcido on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drbradysalcido/
Check out theneurolifestyle.com
This episode was produced by Helixacademy.co and theformulapodcast.com
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Creating Music and Living Out of a Van Named Ruby with Musician Ira Wolf - The Formula #44 Jul 10, 2018

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On this episode of the Formula, I sit down with traveling musician Ira Wolf. A few months ago, I attended a house concert where Ira played a heartfelt show and brought many in the audience to tears with her lyrics. Her song Sunshine almost brought me to tears because I had just gone through a breakup (terrible timing.) Her singing is truly special and she brings her lyrics to life in an authentic, heartfelt way that will pull at the heartstrings of even the strongest among us. I really enjoyed this interview with Ira and am excited to hear her play again in the future.
In this episode:
Ira talks about the story behind her song “Sunscreen”
And how she became a touring musician
Ira offers advice for anyone who is lost on their path
Ira talks about her songwriting process and how to overcome the stresses of trying to write music.
What does she do to get into a creative mood/mindset?
Ira answers the question, “How do I become a professional musician” and advice for taking that leap
She talks about rejection, and how to work through it
Ira talks about the song that she has written that she connects with the most and the backstory behind it
Ira’s upcoming album release and tour
What is it like to live out of a van?
Her favorite place to travel
Ira gives Trevor advice for traveling
Ira’s steps for being creative and having a leg up on the day
The most impactful book she’s read “The Wisdom of Insecurity” by Alan Watts
Follow Ira Wolf on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/irawolfmusic/
Listen to Ira Wolf on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5jq01ts8cBQWwVZOpMax6s
This episode was produced by Helixacademy.co
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Running a Marketing Agency and Business Lessons with Sculpt CEO Josh Krakauer - The Formula #43 May 02, 2018

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On this episode of the Formula, Trevor Carlson sits down with Sculpt CEO Josh Krakauer.This podcast wouldn't have existed without some great advice from Josh over a year ago at a festival we were both attending so a big thank you for giving me the words of encouragement to get started. A great conversation about starting and running a business-How did Josh get started in business and entrepreneurship?How did he start Sculpt?What is his advice to others who want to start a startup?Josh talks about dealing with and learning from failures.What does Josh do on a daily basis that gives him a win?Books discussed:“The Hard Thing About Hard Things” by Ben Horowitz“The Entrepreneur Operating System” SeriesThis episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36ez

Empowering Women and the Art of Burlesque with Cat Cantrill Live - The Formula #42 May 01, 2018

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On this episode of the Formula, Trevor Carlson sits down with Vitality Fitness and Dance founder, Cat Cantrill. Thank you to Beth McDougall for the introduction to Cat and for Cat being gracious enough to let us shoot this interview twice (mistakes were made in the first one on our part). This is our first video interview and we couldn't have asked for a better first guest in Cat Cantrill. So sit down and enjoy as Cat and Trevor dive into: -How Cat got started in dance -What is burlesque -Why Cat does what she does -The advice she has for women who're struggling and a whole lot more. This episode was produced by Helixacademy.co Follow Helix Academy on Facebook: facebook.com/helixacademy/ Edited by Benjamin Statler at North Bend Studios - https://www.facebook.com/northbendstudios/

DARE-ing to Face Your Anxiety with Barry McDonagh - The Formula #41 Apr 12, 2018

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On this episode of the Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson sits down with DARE author Barry McDonagh. Trevor: I have personally had challenges with anxiety most of my life so it was great to sit down with Barry and go through his process of how he helps others overcome their anxiety. If you struggle with anxiety, this interview is for you. On this interview Trevor and Barry discuss: Where did Barry’s interest in Anxiety Research come from, and how did he get started? What is D.A.R.E. and what does it mean? How is it useful to people with anxiety What does he do that gives him a leg up on the day? What is the most impactful book Barry has read? “Man’s Search for Meaning” by Viktor Frankl - https://amzn.to/2Hkohi6 DARE by Barry McDonagh - https://amzn.to/2qudE1B Barry's website: https://dareresponse.com/ This episode was produced by http://Helixacademy.co Follow Helix Academy on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/helixacademy/ Music provided by Moods: http://open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36ez

Making Music and Becoming a Musician with Anthony D'Amato - The Formula #40 Apr 02, 2018

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On this week's episode of The Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson sits down with singer and songwriter, Anthony D'Amato. Trevor and Anthony met at a fundraiser for EMBARC. EMBARC works with Burmese area refugees who have fled to the United States helping them find employment and accimilate into local culture. Some things discussed in this episode are: Anthony talks about how he got started in his music career, and who helped him along the way. How his previous jobs in the music industry prepared him. Does he look for a formula in his more successful songs? Relatability isn’t the same as being generic. Does he write or create for a certain person or audience? What does Anthony do to be more in the moment when he is performing on stage and how does that carry over into the rest of his life? Anthony talks about his songwriting process, and if you should wait around for inspiration. Advice for up and coming musicians, where should they start? Anthony shares what he likes to do with his free time on tour. “The Happy Trap: Stop Struggling and Start Living” by Russ Harris-https://amzn.to/2Gw7BR9 Check out Anthony on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1oplL2hHYq7CQykvSbd6gy?si=UL1qBK46TMufnPhu2ywV4Q This episode was produced by Helixacademy.co Follow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/ Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36ez

Becoming a Rocket Scientist and Remaining Curious with Stephanie Osborn - The Formula #39 Mar 30, 2018

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On this week's episode of the Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson and Stephanie Osborn sit down to discuss what inspired her to become a rocket scientist. Big thanks to Stephanie for chatting with us. On this episode we discuss: What led Stephanie to the Civilian Space Program? What drives her to learn and experience new things? What is a polymath? How does she recommend someone gets involved in the civilian space program? She shares one of the most interesting stories from her time on the space program. How has working in the space program affected her writing? How to find resilience in the face of tragedy. Stephanie talks about her new book “Trojan Horse”, Book #5 of the Division One Series What she does that gives her a “leg up on the day”. Stephanie talks about the most impactful book she’s ever read. Stephanie's new book: https://amzn.to/2uDZ6BI This episode was produced by Helixacademy.co Follow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/ Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36ez

Fitness and Overcoming Mental Hurdles with Girls Gone Strong's Jen Comas - The Formula #38 Mar 22, 2018

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On this week's episode of the Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson sits down with Girls Gone Strong's Jen Comas. Jen Comas has been there and done almost all of it when it comes to health and fitness. Jen's experience makes her a perfect choice as a Strongest You Coach. Through Strongest You, Jen has worked with women in over a dozen countries around the world, helping them heal their relationship with food and their body, and eat and exercise in a way that they enjoy so they can sustain it forever. In this episode Trevor and Jen discuss: How did Jen get started in Fitness? Where does she begin with someone that is new to her fitness group? What are the most common obstacles that her clients must overcome, and how does she help them to overcome those obstacles? Steps to overcoming body image and appearance issues: -Purging Social Media -Exploring alternative forms of exercise and what “fitness” can be -Neutralizing negative self-talk What is Dumbbell Domination? How did Jen get into Acro-Yoga? “The Five Minute Journal” “A Million Miles In A Thousand Years” by Donald Miller JenComas.com GirlsGoneStrong.com Check out Jen's Dumbbell Domination workout: http://jencomas.com/dumbbell-dominati... This episode was produced by Helixacademy.co Follow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/ Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36ez

Painting and Overcoming Rejection with American Abstract Painter Brian Rutenberg - #37 Mar 12, 2018

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On this episode of the Formula Trevor Carlson and Brian Rutenberg discuss his career becoming a successful painter, the rejection he had to overcome to do so, and the advice he would have for others who would do the same. Some topics we discuss are: What is Brian’s Painting process? Where does he come up with ideas for his painting and what does it mean to “inspire”? How to work through failures on art projects? Why did he choose the medium of painting? How to face rejection early on in your career The importance of routine in the creative process and strength in repetition And the piece of work that Brian is most proud of Books: “Bird by Bird” by Anne Lamott “The Elephant Man” by Christine Sparks “Clear Seeing Place: Studio Visits” by Brian Rutenberg http://www.brianrutenbergart.com/

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