Awaken The Awesome

Solo - 3 ’L’s you’ll probably take along your journey

This thing called Life has some very unpleasant lessons to teach you. You're better getting used to it as early as possible.
 
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Ep. 197 - Just Be Human (w. Dennis Gable)

I think this episode is a very special one.
Recorded a while back, I had taken a lot of time before publishing it. Simply because, while listening to it during the editing stage, I realized that I was in a kind a weird mental state. 
I've often told you guys that this show being a work in progress, one thing I would never do is pretend that I have it all figured out. Sometimes, I go into these conversations and what I have in mind and what eventually comes out of it are totally different. And that's one the time-capsule aspects of podcasting that I truly enjoy. You go back in time and relive conversations and emotions you forgot were there. And it really helps when the person you share this time with has both the empathy and space to receive what you have to share.
This is the mutual respect, vulnerability and brotherly love that came from this intimate, unfiltered and emotional exchange with my friend, Dennis Gable.
Even though he and I have never met in person, I do not hesitate to call him a personal friend, as in someone who's friendship, honesty, good heart and willingness to always be real has been nothing short of humbling. Something that I truly hope to keep giving back. 
Dennis truly is a man of many talents.
He is a dedicated father, something that already makes him awesome in my book. As an imaginative entrepreneur, among his many ventures, he is the creator of 52 Card Pick Me Up, a Mental Health tool for all ages, helping you to identify and align the areas of your life that need attention and action.
He is the also a talented branding specialist, marketing consultant and content creator - or as he coined it himself back in 2019, a bonafied Brand Producer, integrating traditional marketing theory, relational philosophy, and foundational creative principles.
As a fellow podcaster, he his the creator and host of the Self To Society podcast where brings a vast and deeply masculine voice to the conversation on the topic of vulnerability and where he shares a deep understanding of the human experience through his singular perspective.
This conversation is one of those "...wait, I think we should record this.." type of scenarios where two men, two brothers, sat down and chose to hold space for each other in a moment of kindness where each other had a lot on their mind... manhood, confusion, the beauty and fragility of life, having the courage to be genuine in an age hypocrisy, what it means to being a good person...and so much more.
Unfiltered, unbothered, just truth - the best kind of recordings. Enjoy.
You can connect with Dennis via his official website as well as Instagram.
 
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Ep. 196 - Get Unstuck (w. Anthony Meindl)

When I was in my teens, I got the opportunity to be part of a theatre class. The Director at the time was short one male role so I had the chance to be exposed to the art of the stage for the first time.
It was a defining moment for me as I realized I genuinely had a talent for it.But then Life happened. Coming from a traditional background where academics are THE priority above all else including creative endeavours, added to the fact that I my grades were in the dumps, my parents drew a line in the sand and I had to close the curtains on the whole experience.
Fast forward a few years and many life experiences later, and I still hold a sincere respect for the art of acting. 
Where one can draw from his or her emotions, experiences, trauma, joy, victories, failures and eventually portray a  fleshed-out character or persona, this not only takes quite a bit of creative expertise but most importantly, a tremendous amount of courage.
I've learned that in many ways, we as human beings are deathly afraid of discomfort.
Anything that steps outside of that familiarity of our comfort zone is a lifeline we tend to hold onto, sometimes against our best interest.
As my next guest has allowed me to see through his resounding body of work, the thrill of being a creative, whether through acting, painting or otherwise, is that the unknown is an essential part of the journey and we get the opportunity to shape it however we desire. A message of accountability and audacity that totally resonates with our mission here on the podcast.
Anthony Meindl is an award-winning director, writer, actor, and acting coach.
Among his numerous achievements and accolades, Anthony wrote and directed "Where We Go From Here", which premiered at Outfest in 2019 at the famous Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. It won Best Screenplay at Q-Films Long Beach and the Jury Award at NYC's East Village Queer Film Festival, and was acquired by HULU. 
He is the founder and artistic director of the Anthony Meindl's Actor's Workshop which he bravely started some 26 years ago in his apartment with 6 students and the desire to help actors understand a more modern and simpler approach to the work.
He has been a passionate advocate in helping actors everywhere understand their worth and advocate for themselves and their own creativity. He has broken myths around the business and what often holds actors back. His mission has always been to help marginalized people and Artists of Color and Trans, Non-Binary, and Queer-identifying actors who often have had little access to training and opportunities in the business.
He now has the largest scene study studio in Los Angeles and locations in 10 other cities around the world: New York, London, Vancouver, Toronto, Atlanta, Sydney, Chicago, Copenhagen and Cape Town.
He is the author of five books; the best-selling creativity book AT LEFT BRAIN TURN RIGHT, self-improvement ALPHABET SOUP FOR GROWN-UPS, acting guide BOOK THE F#©KING JOB!, his memoir, YOU KNEW WHEN YOU WERE 2, and the latest, UNSTUCK, a creativity manual. His self-published books have sold over 28,000 copies.
On this energetic episode, Anthony shares his perspective on the audacity to be yourself, silencing your inner critic, taking that huge leap into the unkwown, finding your voice and how the journey IS the destination.
You can connect with Anthony via his official website as well as Instagram.
 
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Ep. 195 - Lead with Confidence (w. Brad Bodnarchuk)

 
He's been an ear to rant to.
 
A sounding board for some of my wildest ideas.
 
A uncomfortably relentless no-BS accountability partner.
 
An incredible source of support and guidance.
 
One of the very few individuals who have featured on the podcast as both former guest as well as guest host.
 
A fellow warrior, father and friend.
 
Someone for whom I hold an incredible amount of respect and esteem.  
 
And we've never even met.
 
Brad Bodnarchuk is a Certified Associate Leadership Coach that brings an unmatchable energy, a high level of creativity, and passion to all of the work that he does.Having held multiple leadership roles within a handful of organizations, and having coached hundreds of individuals Brad is suited to work alongside any leader that is passionate about creating positive change in business and in life.Brad is passionate about connecting with individuals on a deep level and then leveraging that connection to truly understand their vision for their future. With this illustrated vision, Brad then gets to work setting up the practical steps to help that individual achieve that vision.
 
This conversation is as much of  an excuse to catch up as it is filled with Brad's singular observations that never fail to make me shut up and listen : from the importance of boundaries, to the power of the , to keeping ourselves accountable as much as giving ourselves grace...  
 
Always an honour and a thrill to connect with Brad for his incredible generosity of time, wisdom and insight, which are a privilege to get to share with you all.
 
You can connect with Brad via his official website(https://www.bradbodnarchuk.com/), Instagram (@bradbodnarchuk) and do catch up on episodes The Brad Bodnarchuk podcast, available on all platforms.
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- Oli
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Ep. 194 - Just Roll With It (w. Dasia Washington)

Whimsically embracing the immensely daunting yet incredible adventure that we all call Life.
That is, in but a few words, how i can describe the body of work and personal mission, as i see it, that my next guest has set for herself. And, in her own smiley, energetic and immensely vulnerable way, she chooses to have us tag along for the ride.
Dasia Washington is a digital content creator, vlogger, podcaster as well as a shamelessly talented roller-skating enthusiast and certified instructor.
Being an admittedly creative and hopeless romantic, Dasia, in her words, has committed herself to 'unfolding' which means squeezing everything out of life in every way possible.
When you read her commentary and numerous musings, you get the obvious sense that Dasia has come from a very sincere place of personal truth, courage and perspective that allows her the necessary vantage point to aim ture towards her daily growth.
When you watch her wonderful videos, so incredibly charged with fun and light, you do realize that she makes them in hopes to teach, encourage and hopefully inspire others to do the same.
It was thrilling and energy-filled experience to share this space with such a truly special being, so faithfully dedicated to her journey of empowerment and courageous to tell her story, warts and all.
On this episode, Dasia shares hes insights on being a neurodivergent mind in this crazy, noisy, distracting world, taking chances on yourself, being curious to try weird things, how your dreams are worth getting up early for...and so much more.
You can connect with Dasia via her official website(https://dasiadoesitall.com), Instagram (@dasiadoesit), YouTube, and do catch her brand new podcast, What Were You Saying, available on all platforms.
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- Oli
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Ep. 193 - A Legacy Of Service (w. Tim McBride)

Today’s guest is such a genuine heart of pure kindness and service, it has to be acknowledged right off the bat.
Tim McBride and I have only know each known each for a very short time by way of courtesy from a mutual acquaintance. But, you don’t have to have played ball together or gone to the same High School to connect with someone who, by all accounts, resonates on the same frequency as you do.
Today’s conversation overflows with Tim’s incredible drive to excel at everything he does. And I mean, everything. From being among the top 1% of all real estate agents in the State of Arizona, to an incredibly successful entrepreneur, devoted man of faith, immensely committed husband and father, as well as a proactive philanthropist in his local community, Tim’s heart is driven by contributing to positive change in the world.
Hard work, drive, and perseverance has also garnered Tim a few much-deserved accolades, including being named to the Scottsdale Association of Realtors’ Forty Under Forty list in 2022, winning the Housing Wire’s 2022 Rising Star award.
Tim has always believed in a purpose bigger than himself. While real estate is his business, service is Tim’s passion. In 2018, he founded Homes for Good(https://www.homesforgoodaz.com/) – a grassroots fundraising movement that uses real estate to connect people with causes they can support.
On this episode, grab a seat and get comfortable as Tim takes us on his heartwarming and impactful journey. Through incredible highs and gut-wrenching lows, to sour relationships to fighting for the love of his life, and eventually using his business as a means to truly give back...this conversation will not disappoint.
You can connect with Tim via his official website (https://www.changeagenttim.com/) and also follow him on Instagram(@timmcbride_changeagent).
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- Oli
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Ep. 192 - Care For Eeach Other (w. Coach Djimy Rouzard)

As a Caribbean man, I can tell you firsthand that there is true effort happening as we speak to bring some necessary light to the serious needs of Men in regards to their Mental Health.
Men don't talk. When your cultural and societal upbringing has patiently designed you to keep things in for so long, it it really a surprise?
But - turns out Men will talk to other Men about things.
When I first joined a Men's group some 2-3 years ago, I did not know what to expect. What I found was a group of peers : men, black men, fathers, mostly of Haitian descent who took this confident and intimate step towards opening up to other Men about things on their mind.
This is how I got the opportunity to meet and connect with today's guest, Coach Djimy Rouzard.
As one of the group's main Moderators, Coach D, as he's commonly known, has faithfully helmed our regular meeting sessions as both facilitator and mentor.
Coach D is a Personal Trainer, Speaker, Certified Life Coach and Violence Prevention Specialist for at-risk youths.
Coach D proudly integrates mindfulness into the multi-faceted work he does with people of all ages. His unique approach can help deepen self-awareness, increase well-being, enhance performance, reinforce self-esteem, achieve goals, improve interpersonal relationships and decrease stress.
On this episode, Coach D shares his insights on the important milestones being set by men in our community as they demonstrate an increasing willingness to participate in these groups, how self-forgiveness is necessary, how men are more layered than they're given credit for, doing the work...and so much more.
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- Oli
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Ep. 191 - Your Truth Will Guide You (w. Freeway Frank)

 
 
Every time I hit 'Record' to create the magic that brings you guys these episodes, I never fail to be grateful for that pivotal moment where I got to learn the ropes of what would become something I truly do enjoy - and that's the art of broadcasting.
Turns out there's more to just sitting behind a mic and opening your mouth to say what's on your mind.
This last particular detail was very much on my mind over the past few months.
In this Age of Distraction that we're currently experiencing, I've noticed that certain things have become somewhat revolutionary: being yourself, speaking your truth and the consequences that come with that.
I'm not kidding on this one. You hear a lot about authenticity and being vulnerable but I get the feeling that the revolutionaries of today are the ones who speak the uncomfortable truths. And I for one believe my my next guest has a very solid take on the matter. 
"Freeway" Frank Depalo was born and raised in Montreal, and went on to become a popular Canadian radio personality.  Having worked in the industry from coast to coast over the last 30 years, he has hosted top radio shows, including the Canadian Top 20 Countdown, from Vancouver, to Toronto, to Calgary and back to his hometown of Montreal.
In a surprising state of events however, after having helmed hosting duties along with co-host Natasha Gargiulo on Montreal's Virgin Radio morning show for close to 9 years, their services with the station were terminated and both Frank & Natasha were quite literally tossed out.
As heartbreaking as it undoubtedly was, Frank has remained true to his passion for broadcasting and bringing his voice and expertise to serve in a newfound  medium : podcasting.
As the host of the incredible Drive By Podcast, Frank takes off the shackles of traditional radio and, in his own singular, warm and sometimes biting way, discusses topics and issues, some light, some tougher from a perspective that I believe people need to hear.
On this episode, Frank and I have a quite open conversation about how to overcome adversity despite such a public setback, pivoting and reinventing yourself, the dark side of freedom of speech, the hypocrisy of the industry, always staying positive...and some much more.
You can connect with Frank via Instagram : @freewayfrank
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- Oli
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Ep. 190 - The Endurance Of A Champion (w. Jamal Henry)

 
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- Oli
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Ep. 189 - Create Your Vision (w. Andy Pho)

I don't know a thing about the Tattoo culture. 
I have personally teased my brain with the idea of getting one but one thing I  do know about the artists who have truly dedicated their life’s journey to specializing in this very intimate form of art, it’s a beautiful thing to behold.
I came across Andy Pho(@andypho)’s body of work and engaging personality as randomly as an Instagram Reel will allow for that quick 7-second sound bite. 
I could have easily scrolled past it but there was something so truthful and empowering about Andy’s message that I had to get to know about the individual.
Purely from a layman's perspective, when you get to see Andy's impressive work, there is no denying why he is such a well respected artist, known all around the tattoo community.
As an illustrious tattooer, Andy spent most of his life creating art in New York and Las Vegas and has now settled in Texas with the creation of Upside Tattoo, a new vision for a tattoo environment, where he performs custom tattoo work and mentors tattooers of all different styles and experience levels. 
His patience and a do or die mentality has accelerated him as a tattooer, building a reputation upon respect and technique within the community. 
He is continuously pushing the limits of his work, manifesting new concepts into reality. 
For Andy, the art of tattooing is not a job - it is his life’s calling as it’s something he genuinely lives and breathes.
This is not a conversation about the best needle cartridges to use or ink brands he recommends.
What motivated me to have Andy on the show is his clear sense purpose, self awareness and humility despite his unquestionable talent.
Here is a guy who does not sit on his laurels but willingly challenges himself mentally, physically and spiritually in order to consistently fuel his creativity as well as personal growth.
On this episode, Andy shares his insights on self-mastery, the willingness to serve, keeping a positive outlook, staying disciplined...and so much more.
You can connect with Andy via Instagram : @andypho or the Upside Tattoo official website
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- Oli
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