Awaken The Awesome
A down-to-earth approach to personal growth. Helping individuals just like you learn about tapping into their incredible potential through insightful interviews and inspiring lessons. Our mission is to encourage you to always keep pushing towards achieving your dreams and to stay awesome along the way.
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Thursday Oct 12, 2023
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
Oftentimes, we think things 'JUST' happen.
I don't subscribe to that.
Particular circumstances not withstanding, you DO have the ability to forge the outcome you seek.
There's a process to everything.
Don't train? You will struggle.
Train well? You will reap the benefits.
Leave things up to chance. Watch The Universe do its thing.
Stay focused.
Stay disciplined.
And when things occasionally go sideways - learn and adjust accordingly.
#StayAwesome #ATATribe
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Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Little know fact - when I started numbering these episodes, I had this grand vision that I would always use three digits to play a mind-trick on myself and aim for as many episodes as possible....999 is still quite a ways off ...but here we are...episode 200.
It is such an incredible honour to be able to share today's episode with you all. I thought it'd be a good opportunity to go back to the basics and bring on someone who is not only a good friend and avid supporter of the show, but is always a genuine treat to have on given his consistently thought-provoking insights and terrific energy.
Tanguy Exumé is an individual you are immensely fortunate to know. And if he's someone you're lucky enough to call a 'brother', you've got it made.
Indeed, his incredible heart beats to the tune of an uncommon spirit. One whose singular journey has been shaped by circumstances, adventures, discoveries, experiences, and many teachings.
A born storyteller, and a damn good one at that, Tanguy has continuously demonstrated how leaning into one's gift can reveal so much about ourselves : educator, teacher, author, spoken-word artist, poet...and more recently, a seasoned podcaster.
Through his impressive body of work, and as the host of the impactful Teach Reach podcast, a podcast exploring human connections through shared stories, Tanguy carry us through a journey of emotion and truth from which we cannot walk away unaffected. He aims to bring us into his world, through journeys of laughter, leisure, longings, and sometimes great sorrow. And we can't help but thank him for it.
On this candid and heartfelt conversation between longtime friends, Tanguy and I touch on the concepts on vulnerability and identity, finding one's place in the world, having to explore one's trauma by way of circumstance and duty, as well as trade podcasting war stories...
A solemn and singular exchange which I do hope you'll enjoy.
You can connect with Tanguy via Instagram.
Be sure to Subscribe, rate and review Tanguy's incredible Teach Reach podcast . Available on all podcast platforms.
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Thursday Sep 07, 2023
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
How a trip to the ER with my son suffering a severe allergic reaction made me realize how what we say matters to us actually doesn't - as what we do often does not align with what we say when it comes to our goals.
Not for the weak.
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Monday Aug 28, 2023
Monday Aug 28, 2023
I came across Julian Bell's body of work through a Reel that was recommended on my Instagram feed.
Couldn't quite place it at the time, but as I'm recording this, I realize that what drew me, even on such a small screen, was this sense of genuine playfulness that he had about him.
I know that Reels are meant to catch our eye and give us that small second of dopamine and giggles, but Julian's content has that differentiating factor that sets it apart from all the junk. His is a particular mix of engaging playfulness and thoughtful engagement that might make you overlook what a truly hard worker you're looking at.
Even though I have long since put professional photography behind me, I always keep these masterful handlers of the visual art in high esteem. Julian Bell is an incredibly talented creative and that goes without saying.
Being a skilled filmmaker, photographer as well as a prolific content creator, Julian's storytelling skills and eye for detail have been effectively chiseled in order for his content to answer the needs of his community.
Even with an ever increasing Social Media following, he manages to maintain a level head through it all, despite his success.
From touching words of encouragement, to gear tips, to reminding us the importance of taking a break, Julian is one of those engaging souls whose warmth and approachability are always welcome.
On this episode, I sit down with Julian to talk about his beginnings, going full-time as filmmaker and content creator, the importance of play, tapping into your wild ideas, experimentation...and even get his insights on his favourite Anime and Manga.
You can connect with Julian via Instagram.
For bookings and business inquiries, visit his official website (https://www.mrniceguyfilms.com/).
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Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
When an admittedly writes a review - and it goes straight to my heart.
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Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
I find today's episode is incredibly appropriate as for some reason, the very subject matter we're going to touch on happens to be so relevant.
See, I was bullied a lot when I was a kid. Something I'm sure many of you can relate to. I'm from a different time where I was taught to strike a balance between sucking it up to recognizing bullying from just playful schoolyard teasing to standing up for myself even if it meant a bruised lip when other person went over the line.
I however cannot speak to some of the particular traumas that some people have experienced from their childhood and have unfortunately carried on way into their adult life...and sadly, in their workplace as well.
Because truth is, personally, in the grand scheme of things, I'll admit that I never took the time to put a label on it. But as much as my tendencies would have me believe otherwise, some of the worst bullies can often be found in the very place where you work.
Workplace bullying is a very real thing. There’s an actual prevalence of it in North America. A January 2021 Workplace Bullying Survey survey conducted by the Workplace Bullying Institute estimates 30 percent of Americans have suffered abusive conduct at work.That's about 48.6 million Americans.
if this numbers seem unreal. Imagine the stories of the people who have experienced these incidents in the first place. I believe it made for an interesting and educational exchange as today's guest, Zenica Chatman, graced this humble podcast with her insights, expertise, wit and incredible truth.
I admire people who have tapped into their purpose with a clear sense of direction and drive and Zenica is one of those.
Zenica is a certified personal and executive coach, workplace trauma expert, trainer and speaker helping her clients rediscover their inner strength and confidence. As a trained journalist and communications strategist, Zenica uses her unique background to help her clients reimagine what’s possible for them and design a career and life they love.
She decided to take a stand against corporate bullies after she was left emotionally broken by a pair of workplace bullies at the height of her career. Once she realized that too many women (especially women of colour) had experiences similar to hers, Zenica decided to take a stand against workplace bullies and help other women learn to stand up, speak out and be heard in the workplace and beyond!
This episode is an emotional one. Zenica's story and mission are truly noteworthy and it's an honour to bring you this wonderful exchange.
On this episode, recognizing workplace bullying as it happens, knowing when it's not , not giving away your power, the importance of guiding principles for finding personal strength...and so much more.
You connect with Zenica via Instagram or her personal website.
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Tuesday May 30, 2023
Tuesday May 30, 2023
Standards are the measure by which you teach people how to treat you.
#StayAwesome #ATATribe
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Monday May 29, 2023
Monday May 29, 2023
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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Tuesday May 16, 2023
Tuesday May 16, 2023
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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Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
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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