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Think Bigger PodcastEverybody dies, but not everybody lives (this episode is dedicated to my friend, Deja, who just passed from cancer) - Think Bigger Podcast, Ep. 74This episode is dedicated to my friend, Deja, who just passed away from cancer. I was inspired to record this while driving home from her funeral, so please forgive the audio quality and just tune in to her story and the beauty of her life and how it can and should remind and inspire all of us to grab hold of the life that we have right now and LIVE. Everybody dies, but not everybody lives. Don’t get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life. Enjoy life: LIVE.
2025-10-2958 minThink Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 73 - What do you do when there is TOO MUCH going on?There is a whole lot going on right now... What do you do when you feel like there is TOO MUCH going on? There are times when it just feels like life is hitting us from the left, the right, from friends, from family, from the world around us, and on and on... what do you do? How do you deal when you're in one of those phases where you just can't seem to keep up with something before the next thing comes up?In this episode, we talk about it. - I...
2025-10-2335 minThink Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 72 - What you see is what you getSometimes it is really is right in front of us, but we don't see it because we aren't looking for it. This can be blessings, opportunities, the "silver lining" in a difficult situation, the list goes on... What you're looking for is what you'll find, and yet we can train ourselves (or be trained) to look at what others are doing, what we DON'T have, and things like that in which we see the things that make us unhappy and yet we stay surprised that those are the things that we keep on getting... if we look for it...
2025-05-0437 minThink Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 71 - How Much ____ Will It Take To Change Your Life?Is money the word that comes to mind to fill in the blank in the episode title? It’s understandable if it does. We get into that - what about pain, though? How much pain does it take before we learn our lessons and change? Can’t we learn from others’ hardships and experiences all around us and apply it? Or does it HAVE to happen to us first, and if so, WHAT needs to happen to us for us to decide to prep and plan NOW and be proactive… financially, mentally, physically, and more. In this episode we touch on...
2025-02-2246 minThink Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. #70 - Community Conversations with Jason Wenig of The Creative Workshop, and the Motorcar Cavalcade Concours d'EleganceThis episode features an insightful discussion on automotive culture, personal passions and foundations for business and pride in bringing value and quality to the culture and the industry - as well as delve into what has led up to the creation of the ever-growing Motorcar Cavalcade Concours d'Elegance, and why it stands out amongst its peers. Thank you to Jason for having me at his esteemed workshop, and to the Charis Culture media team for the production on the video aspect of it. For all of your reading this, you can watch this full video episode on the Big...
2025-01-2933 minThink Bigger PodcastThe Good Thing About a Disaster is... - Think Bigger Podcast, Ep. 69Whether the loss of a home, or the loss of a loved one, life can (*WILL) hit each and every one of us with disasters that can break us and make us feel like our whole world burned to the ground. The question is, what good can be found in a disaster? From mental to physical and literal, in this episode we discuss the ways to look at what others have gone through, what we have gone through, and how there are so many good things that we can pull out of and from a disaster.I...
2025-01-1755 min
Think Bigger Podcast2025 is almost over… Happy New Year - Think Bigger Podcast, Ep. 68And just like that 2025 is almost over… well, the first week of 2025 is almost over. And, in all seriousness, do you feel like we’re a WEEK into the new year? No! None of us do. But, I think it’s a perfect reminder already that if we do not get focused on the things that we want to do and accomplish, we will find ourselves saying, “Oh look at that, 2025 is almost over and I didn’t accomplish what I said I would… again!” So, my friends and family, this pod episode is your loving HAPPY NEW YEAR from me. I app...
2025-01-0536 minThink Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 67 - Whatever you're looking for, you're going to find...If you're looking for negative, you will find it. If you're looking for positive, you'll find that, too... at every point in our journey of life, in very obstacle and heartache, in every milestone and accomplishment, what you think about and train your eyes and heart to look for is what you will find... it seems obvious enough, and therefore easy to control, and yet we all as people need the strong reminder to stay vigilant with our thoughts and mindset as we navigate this journey of life. In this episode, we talk about it...THANK YOU...
2024-12-0327 minThink Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 66 - Full circle moments... what are yours?What are your full circle moments? Are they ones where you find yourself right back where you started? Or are they ones where you have a moment of clarity and recognition about a time from the past? Did you look up to someone and now you are that someone? Or, perhaps, you said you'd lose weight and then after losing it you gain it all back and find yourself standing back at square one? There are MANY types of of these full circle moments in all of our lives, and in this episode of the Think Bigger Podcast we...
2024-10-2543 minThink Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 65 - Are you in the driver's seat, or the passenger seat, of your life? Part 2: The AnswersWhat was your answer to last episode's question(s)? And better yet, what are you going to do about it, and how? In this episode we discuss the simple yet profound ways that we can change from feeling like we are out of control and a victim to time, to how we can seize the day and seize control of time and use it... not let it use us. From changing the words that we speak and text, to changing the mindset that goes before and/or after those words, we discuss the answers and the methods that can...
2024-09-0344 minThink Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 64 - Are you in the driver's seat, or the passenger seat, of your life? Part 1: The QuestionsDo you ever feel like life is just passing you by? That you’re sitting there watching the world around you move and you’re not moving with it? That instead of feeling like you’re in the driver’s seat controlling the direction and speed of your life, that you’re sitting in the passenger seat unable to control anything and you just kinda of exist on the journey rather than controlled it? In this episode we explore this feeling that SO MANY of us have had or are currently having. It’s time to stop being the passenger AK...
2024-08-1851 minThink Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 63 - Life, Time, and Health...The three most profound gifts that any of us will ever be given is what we discuss in this new episode of the Think Bigger Podcast. Additionally, we go over T as she continues to battle breast cancer (her story is shared in the previous episode, Ep. 62). But yes... Life, Time, and Health - the pursuit of which can lead to a lifetime of health. Each individually and how they are intrinsically connected to one another. I know you'll find value in this episode, thank you for listening, everyone!
2024-06-2654 minThink Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 62 - Community Conversations with T as she fights breast cancer!This episode is special because our guest, T, spent time with me in person to talk and share her story with all of us the night before she went in to have surgery to remove both of her breasts. Yes, you read that correctly. She just finished 6 rounds of Chemotherapy and the doctors said the next step was to surgically remove lymph nodes and her breasts to remove any remaining cancer cells and to help prevent any from returning. So even with all that going on, she was kind and hospitable and gave us her time and thoughts and...
2024-05-0351 minThink Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 61 - IF YOU'RE NOT GIVING, YOU'RE TAKINGIF YOU'RE NOT GIVING, YOU'RE TAKING - What does that mean? The reality is that there is no neutral ground, there is no time where we can get complacent and lazy and not be thinking about how we are contributing to our relationships and giving to our loved ones, our friends, our community, and our culture. It means that our very existence inside of that relationship takes from the other person and people, so we must always be thinking of the other and giving to them. When we do that, we will thrive. But when we as people get s...
2024-02-1935 minThink Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 59 - 2024: THE TIME IS NOWThe time is now! The time to... make a change, make progress on what you've been procrastinating on, eat better, exercise more, get healthier... anything and everything, THE TIME IS NOW. From people in the community whose lives have changed drastically due to a medical emergency, to the clock of life simply ticking away on all of us, to just listening to positive words to inspire and re-inspire you do a small thing or a big thing you've been wanting to do. The time do that is now....Thank you for listening and joining the family and c...
2024-01-0839 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. #58 - Community Conversations with Brandon of the BMS BrandFrom racing shifter karts to wrenching on cars, to working at the ID Agency and Motortrend, to then creating his own company - the BMS Brand - my friend Brandon Scarpelli has an amazing resume and a work ethic and energy that is borderline unmatched. His successes and growths speak volumes, and it was an honor and a pleasure to sit down with him in his home to have a conversation for the community and for the culture. I look forward to you all listening, and I look forward to hearing your thoughts and comments on the...
2023-02-161h 39
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 60 - Community Conversations with Mikey Rolleri of Salvage to SavageOn this new Community Conversations episode, we sit down in Boca Raton, FL, inside the Salvage 2 Savage shop with it's owner and founder, Mikey Rolleri. From his hardworking father to his creative mother, Mikey brings us into his relationship with his family, God, and the life that brought him up into being a fabricator, builder, and creative that started Salvage 2 Savage!I look forward to you all listening, and I look forward to hearing your thoughts and comments on the IG post for this episode.THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS f...
2023-02-1654 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 57 - DON'T CALL IT A COMEBACKFrom the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU. It is because of your messages in person and on my IG livestreams, DM's, and comments, that I know how much the Think Bigger Podcast has and does mean to all of you. It is because of all of you that I have fought through my personal struggles and hardships and gotten back on the mic to create and provide this podcast for us to listen to and think about. I do it for the community, for the culture, and for the people - and your love and support...
2023-02-0645 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Ep. 56 - Can you be successful and poor, Part 2This profound rhetorical question and episode we explored in the beginning of the #ThinkBiggerPodcast (see Ep. 5) and we return as so much has happened recently to me and to people around me that it inspired a Part 2. Thank you for listening and thinking!I deeply appreciate all of you for sticking with me here as I fight through my personal battles. and journey in life and work through them all to continue this podcast. My deepest gratitude for those of you that have been here since day one, and to those that are listening for the first...
2022-07-2744 min
Namsayin: Cars & ConvosIntros to ConvosAl, Walt and Garrett introduce you to the world of Namsayin. They discuss personal backgrounds and automotive stories that took them down the path of petrol, as well as the current builds and projects the guys have in the works. They introduce the overall idea of highlighting the hotrod, and discussing modern automotive tastes and trends within the automotive and mechanical world. A brief but sweet look into the day to day and mindset of your humble hosts and the Namsayin community. Finally, they introduce The PEOPLE's Midori - a Midori green Honda civic that is slowly being brought bac...
2022-07-111h 17
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #55 - FROM THE HEARTHAPPY NEW YEAR! We are kicking off 2022 with Season 2 of the podcast. There has been SO MUCH going on in my personal life that has prevented me (or should I say, that I ALLOWED to prevent me) from being in the right frame of my mind to create for you guys. But it is because of all of you reaching out to me and letting me know how much the content means to you that I pushed and pushed myself and stepped out of my comfort zone to create this episode and open up about my personal life...
2022-01-021h 02
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Project, Episode #54- Community Conversations with Sung KangOn our newest episode of the podcast we sit down with the one and only Sung Kang. Perhaps most notably known for playing the beloved Han in the Fast & Furious movie series, his role in the fantastic movie Better Luck Tomorrow is where I first learned about Sung. Over the years we've developed mutual friends and acquaintances, and it was an honor to finally be able to sit down and converse with Sung about life, perspective, art, and cars. The evolution of this Community Conversations podcast incorporated Taka of Kyusha House and John Williams of Williams Machine, Inc...
2021-05-181h 29
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #53 - Quality over Quantity... are you sure?The people we spend time with, the social media pages we follow and like and subscribe to, the companies that we support... do our actions ACTUALLY show that we believe in quality over quantity like we all say we do? Or are we not actually putting in to practice in the REAL WORLD what we swear we believe in? In this episode, we talk about it...I look forward to hearing your thoughts on this topic and conversation! After you've listened please keep in touch and share your thoughts and comments on my Instagram post for this...
2021-05-121h 06
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #52 - Community Conversations with Dan of WERD WERXIn our new episode we sit and talk with Daniel Hill, a mechanic and small business owner in southern CA working to create and live "the dream." From changing oil fresh out of high school to becoming a mechanic to opening his shop space that caters to a niche sector of the import automotive community, we laugh and reminisce and discuss the journey and reality of what goes in to making it as a small business and talk about the future to come. Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and t...
2021-02-111h 51
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #51 - FXCK YOUR PASSIONFXCK. YOUR. PASSION. That's right, fuck passion... work harder, work smarter, and forge and create a work ethic that will sustain you on your journey to your dreams and aspirations when the emotional high - the "passion" - fades. Passion is an emotion, it's a feeling - it is a beautiful concept and ideal, and is also one of the most overused and overrated words ever. There will always be WORK to be done, and we are all being a fed a dangerous fairy tale version of reality that with passion everything else will just somehow fall in to p...
2021-02-0342 min
Cooled Collective Podcast007: Big Mike - Think Bigger ProjectBig Mike has been an instrument of the JDM scene for close to two decades. Big Mike is known for building well recognized Hondas in the SEMA scene and have been judging car shows throughout the nation for a few years. In his journeys, he started to become a bit disheartened by the negative energy that exists in the automotive culture. So instead of just crying about it, he took the initiative to do something about it.
Enter The Think Bigger Project, which is a brand that started around his ability to make shifts to the...
2021-01-223h 02
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #50 - What Are You Looking At?HAPPY NEW YEAR! We are kicking off 2021 with Episode 50 that presents a crucial question: “WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING AT?” How do you look at the past, how do you look at the present, and how do you look at the future? What do you see? What are you focused on? What are you looking at? In this episode we take a moment to step back and realistically look at ourselves, our words, our captions, our resolutions, and understand that they are nothing more than just words without the proper thought and perspective behind them. How we see ourselves, how we se...
2021-01-0448 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #49 - Community Conversations with Mike SickOn this episode of the Think Bigger Podcast we sit and talk with Mike Sick, an Atlanta-based Hip Hop head, emcee, event host and coordinator - to name just a few. From starting life in the Bay Area of California to moving to the East then to the South, Mike Sick's life and story is one of self-discovery, adaptation, culture, and growth - and how Hip Hop from a very young age became an integral part of who he is. I look forward to all of you hearing this episode!Community Conversations is a series within the...
2020-12-081h 09
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #48 - Community Conversations featuring Walt of Waffle Designs and NAMSAYINI just got back from Seattle and during my time up there I had to sit with Walter of Waffle Designs and NAMSAYIN. It was crucial to capture his perspective and story! From evolving as a designer and the creation of his brand and movement, to being roommates with the world-famous comedian Jo Koy, to his deep-rooted love for cars that started with his father - and how it all has led up to his passion for community and connecting people - Walt's story and perspective are incredible and worth the listen! Community Conversations is a series w...
2020-11-031h 25
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #47 - Community Conversations with Ginash of JDM ChicagoDuring my last trip to Chicago I made sure to sit down and link up with Ginashe, the founder of JDM Chicago - The Chicago-based online magazine and community. We discuss and reminisce on the early days and the inspiration behind the creation of the brand, name, and magazine, and how the love of the car community and culture in the Chicagoland/Midwest area guided Ginashe's personal journey over the years as a photographer, automotive enthusiast, and as a husband and father. I look forward to you listening to the conversation on the podcast! Community Conversations is a...
2020-10-061h 11
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #46- Community Conversations with Mikee Andrada of M-FABI had the amazing opportunity during my last trip to the Pacific Northwest to sit down and talk with Mikee of M-FAB. We spent time going over his journey moving to the US from the Philippines, how the culture shock changed him, and how from a young age the US Japanese car culture fascinated him. Working through life and physical injuries, Mikee tells us all about how his humble upbringing gave him the work ethic that he has used to become one of the most respected and sought after fabricators in the Pacific Northwest. I look forward to you...
2020-10-011h 43
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #45- Community Conversations with Drew of COOLED COLLECTIVEThere is a whole lot to listen to and digest in this episode! Drew and I sit down and talk passionately about life, business, grinding, work ethic, and passion. Drew doesn't hold back as we discuss schooling and academics, developing oneself as an individual and as a business in today's internet age, and he shares his journey and what he's learned throughout the years. From establishing himself as a photographer to opening his camera shop to creating his current brand, COOLED COLLECTIVE, there are so many gems to be found! I look forward to continuing the conversation with all...
2020-09-251h 27
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #44 - Community Conversations with Jason of Unlimited Exclusive, Part 2This episode of the Think Bigger Podcast was captured during my last trip to the East Coast. Heading in to Philly and New Jersey to host an automotive event, I knew I had to link up with Jason Moseley of Unlimited Exclusive again (our first podcast together is Episode #20) and have a conversation - one that I knew would become thoughtful, inspiring, and enlightening. Jason is a soft-spoken, deep-thinking man with a crazy work ethic, and I feel blessed to be able to call him a colleague and a friend. There is so much power in this conversation, I...
2020-09-181h 32
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #43 - Community Conversations with Austin of Hiro's HotrodsOn this episode we sit and talk with Austin Hironaka, a hardcore automotive enthusiast and builder who has recently taken the leap of faith and put his dreams in to reality by starting his business: Hiro's Hotrods. We discuss his definition of Hot Rods and Hot Rodding, and how he ended up making the decision to risk it all and start his own business to create and modify Hot Rods of all makes and models and generations. From community and culture, to places and people who've inspired, listen in as Austin and I talk and laugh the afternoon away...
2020-09-111h 33
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #42 - Community Conversations with Cooper of C's CustomizingOn this episode we sit and converse with Cooper Boudia, the founder of C's Customizing, an automotive customization, restoration, and fabrication business that has just gotten started but is growing in popularity quickly. We sit back and learn about Cooper and how his love for cars and his obsession with details and perfection led to the creation of the business, and how his personal car and modifications are what inspired the growth he is experiencing today. Cooper is a soft-spoken, classy gentleman and there is so much more to his story - I can't wait for you to hear...
2020-09-021h 05
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #41 - Where do we go from here?"Where do we go from here?" 2020 has been a crazy year... In life when things happen to us it is our duty to take the experience and grow from it. But to do that we have to stop and embrace what is happening and look within ourselves and make an active decision to become a different person and choose the direction we go from that point. 2020 has been a year that has changed people and the world for the better and for the worse... and we have months left to go. From COVID and quarantine to racial tensions and...
2020-07-211h 01
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #40 - Community Conversations with Jason Dienhart of Global Time AttackOn this episode we sit and converse with Jason Dienhart of Global Time Attack. We discuss not just the growth and future of the GTA series across the US, but also Jason's rich history in southern California car culture, learning how to wrench, drag racing, and his time working in the print media side of the industry with Super Street Magazine years ago. From event planning and coordination to racing to the climate of our country and the history of the US, this conversation was an awesome one and I'm proud to bring it here for the community.
2020-06-121h 31
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #39 - Community Conversations with Eddie of Titan 7On this episode we converse with Eddie Lee and discuss his years of experience in the automotive industry and how that evolved in to the creation and launch of Titan 7: a performance-minded, no compromise forged wheel company. Eddie has years of experience but it's what he chose to do with that experience and how he applied it to his personal life and his business that deserves listening to. From balancing and navigating through life, health, marriage, and business, I look forward to you listening to Eddie and his story. Community Conversations is a series within the Think B...
2020-06-011h 24
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #38 - Community Conversations with Amir of RS FutureOn this episode we sit down and talk with Amir Bentatou, the founder of RS Future - a company specializing in driver development and coaching, race and track car development, aerodynamic component design, and much more. We discuss Amir's history and evolution as a certified car nut, how he has evolved as an enthusiast, driver, and businessman, and the future of his famed NSX race car. Amir is a passionate, well-spoken individual who carries himself with class, and I'm honored to present this conversation to everyone.Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where...
2020-05-281h 55
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #37 - Community Conversations with Andy NguyenOn this episode we have a great time talking to Andy Nguyen, the owner/founder of numerous businesses, most notably AFTERS ice cream. Andy and I have known each for some time now and it was a lot of fun to be able to converse and reminisce with him about life, business, his coming up as an entrepreneur and restaurateur - and how he's managing during this COVID-19 time of life both personally and professionally. Andy opens up and shares his personal struggles and methods to not just survive, but thrive, so listen closely to this episode of Community...
2020-05-211h 20
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #36 - Community Conversations with Steph PapadakisOn this episode of the Think Bigger Podcast we have the honor of sitting and conversing with the legendary Stephan Papadakis. From groundbreaking accomplishments and setting numerous records in the FWD and RWD drag racing world, we talk about Steph’s early inspirations, how he began modifying cars, and how his hobby and passion turned in to a historic career that transitioned from drag racing to professional drifting. We also talk about how he has found balance with it all as a family man, and how he continues to evolve with the times and find success and growth.
2020-05-181h 06
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #35 - Community Conversations with Doug of Notable RidesCommunity Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.On this episode we sit down and talk with Doug Breuninger, an artist, a thinker, and the founder of Notable Rides (www.NotableRides.com). Doug describes himself as a "Process Addict" and we discuss the time and process it has taken to develop his art...
2020-05-121h 48
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #34 - Community Conversations with Daniel Wu of Into the BadlandsOn this episode of Community Conversations we have the honor of having an amazing conversation with the world-famous Daniel Wu! Daniel is most famous for his role as Sunny on the Netflix show, Into the Badlands, but his acting career over the last 25 years includes almost 70 movies shot all over the planet including acting alongside Alicia Vikander in the 2018 remake of Tomb Raider.We discuss his early life and the amazingly random way that he became an actor, as well as his growth as an individual, self-discipline, martial arts, and life as a family man amidst the...
2020-05-011h 48
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #33 - Community Conversations with Dennis Caco of Max BoostOn this episode of the Think Bigger Podcast we converse with Dennis Caco, a serial entrepreneur, car enthusiast, artist - and founder of the original Import Tuner comic: Max Boost! We discuss his history as an artist, his passions for cars and automotive racing, the multiple businesses and companies he's founded, and how he's dealt with loss and growth over the years. We discuss the present Kickstarter campaign for Max Boost, Volume 2, and Dennis gives the Think Bigger Podcast an exclusive debut scoop on a major upcoming project! I'm excited to share this Community Conversation with all of you, a...
2020-04-211h 45
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #32 - Community Conversations with Daniel SongOn this episode of the Think Bigger Podcast, we sit down with Daniel K. Song - a man of faith, a father, a highly successful businessman, and an outright car nut. In this conversation we get to hear from Daniel and learn about his business losses in addition to his successes, and how his faith has shaped his life, marriage, parenthood, businesses, and car collection. From exotics to Teslas to Japanese classics, Daniel's automotive taste reflects his passion and enthusiasm for the world around him, and the way that he aims to keep balance in the things that he...
2020-04-071h 16
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Project, Episode #31 - How do you measure your life?How do we measure our lives? Most people measure it by time... birthdays, years of life, etc. That's the general default setting for everyone, whether they realize it or not. But I say that we change that right now and begin to realize that the gauge by which we measure our lives is entirely up to us, and I say we measure our lives by moments. Moments are what make up memories, so at the end we can look back and remember a life full of precious moments and memories, not regrets and wishes unfulfilled. How our s...
2020-03-151h 00
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Project, Episode #30 - Community Conversations with Cullen CheungOn this Episode of the Think Bigger Podcast we sit down with Cullen Cheung - a car enthusiast, photographer, and businessman - and discuss his Chinese heritage, his growing up in the Pacific Northwest of the United States, and how from a young age cars captivated him and led him to where he is today. From driving exotics to driving Hondas to creating a story-telling YouTube series to highlight others' and their love affair of cars, Cullen has an interesting story that you need to hear. From battling depression to impulsive business moves and completely unsafe road trips, we...
2020-02-131h 28
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #29 - Kobe and the Mamba MentalityThis episode of the Think Bigger Podcast is dedicated to all of those who lost their lives in the helicopter crash that shook the world. But from that tragedy we choose to focus on the legend, the legacy, and the killer mindset of the Black Mamba that was Kobe and what made him so great; and discuss its application to us as people in our own lives.This podcast episode is powerful and runs so deep, please take the time to listen and share your thoughts and feelings in the comment section on my personal IG post...
2020-02-031h 12
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #28 - Community Conversations with "Rodrez"On this episode of Community Conversations, we sit down with Matt “Rodrez” Rodriguez, a husband, father, and automotive enthusiast who has worked in the print and digital automotive media industry as a photographer, writer, and manager for the last 15 years. We reminisce on our friendship that started two decades ago, Southern CA car culture, and discuss the evolution of the times and of the automotive industry and community given the digital era and social media. From outworking the competition to finding a balance between work, business, automotive and personal life, this conversation covers so much and yet barely scratches the...
2020-01-201h 42
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #27 - What does it REALLY mean to travel?What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of traveling? Is it plane ticket? A flight to somewhere exotic? Or is it money, and not having enough money or time to even think about traveling? In this Episode of the Think Bigger Podcast we discuss what it really means to travel! Most people are looking at it backwards and they don't even realize it. Before we worry ourselves about money and planning and destinations we have to first realize that traveling and the intended relaxation and release that are supposed to come from the t...
2020-01-2052 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #26 - Community Conversations with Will from CokreeateCommunity Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture, and learn not just about them but from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that. On this Episode of Community Conversations we went to Alhambra, CA, and sat down with Will - the owner and founder of Cokreeate, a company that specializes in 3D printing and scanning as well as 3D design and modeling. We discuss the foundation of the company, w...
2020-01-0949 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #25 - So what are you ACTUALLY going to accomplish this year?We are starting off 2020 by holding ourselves accountable for the words that come out of our mouths or fingers. Whether we spoke the words or typed them out, we SHOULD BE and ARE held accountable for them. So many people talk the talk ("New year, new me" and so on...) but they don't walk the walk. Whether you chose to start today - January 1, 2020 - or any other day doesn't matter, what matters is if you are ACTUALLY going to accomplish all of what you've been talking about. Or, are you going to be a victim of circumstances and...
2020-01-0130 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #24 - 2019: The Recap2019 was an AMAZING year of growth thanks to all of you! The Think Bigger Project as a brand and as a movement has continued to grow and reach more people, and the Think Bigger Podcast has as well! It's an honor to converse with you all and provide quality content that stimulates individual mental and emotional growth which in turn betters our community and pushes us all in a positive direction. In this episode we recap the incredible 2019 year, the various cities, states, and countries that The Project and the Podcast visited and recorded in, the guests o...
2019-12-3051 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #23 - Community Conversations with Jeren of WRENCHMOBOn this episode of Community Conversations we sit and talk with Jeren of WRENCHMOB, a car enthusiast, builder, husband and father, and founder of WRENCHMOB - "an Automotive Lifestyle Brand for those that share the passion of building anything, especially anything FAST!" We talk about how his cousin's GS-R and Jeren breaking both of his arms at the same time led to him to get in to Hondas, as well as how working in the print magazine industry for 14 years influenced his knowledge and growth as an enthusiast and builder, and his ultimate progression to now working at Eibach...
2019-12-201h 25
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #22 - Community Conversations with Photographer Sebastian RodriguezOn this episode of Community Conversations we sit down and talk with Sebastian Rodriguez, a photographer and car enthusiast who has established himself as a premier photographer in the automotive community - shooting for brands and manufacturers such as Rolls Royce and documenting builds from the US to Japan. He’s also shot for numerous world-famous musical artists and labels and festivals such as Post Malone, ASAP Rocky, and Da Baby; Interscope; and festivals such as Rolling Loud and Soundset. His resume is STACKED but in the midst of it all we discuss his battle with clinical depression and se...
2019-12-051h 36
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #21 - Community Conversations with Patrick Calello of Honda Vintage CultureOn this episode of Community Conversations we sit down and talk with successful businessman and hardcore Honda enthusiast and historian, Patrick Calello, founder of Honda Vintage Culture. We talk about his simple beginnings growing up on the East Coast and how he learned to wrench, hustle, and develop a business sense that led to his creating and selling a globally successful toy company - and how the Honda automotive name and brand has been such a major part of his life from then till now. From passion to work ethic to family to cars, we cover so much and...
2019-11-231h 18
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #20 - Community Conversations with Jason Moseley of Unlimited ExclusiveCommunity Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community, and learn not just about them but we learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that. On this episode of Community Conversations we sit and talk with electrical engineer, photographer, videographer, car enthusiast, creator, and father - Jason Moseley of Unlimited Exclusive - about how he created his media company and the struggles of life and growing, time management, work ethic, and h...
2019-10-291h 22
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #19 - Community Conversations with PRIME NYCOn this episode of Community Conversations we sit in the iconic New York Times building in Manhattan, NY, and talk with Edwin and Prav - founders of PRIME NYC. We discuss the premise of PRIME, growing up in different boroughs in New York, the street races, and how car life - both locally and globally - formed and molded who these gentleman are today. From personal careers to now working to give back to the community they both came up in, this episode is filled with history, knowledge, and fun! Community Conversations is a series within the T...
2019-10-161h 38
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #18 - Community Conversations with Dave Tormey of First Class Fitment and CANIBEATOn this episode of Community Conversations we sit and talk with Dave Tormey about the love of cars, photography, and how that led to friendships and the creation of First Class Fitment and CANIBEAT - as well as how that led to him meeting his wife. We also discuss time management, being a husband and a father, as well as having a career all while creating the brand and the show and doing so for 10 years in a row. Dave is a soft-spoken man but has a lot of things to say when you listen, so I look forward...
2019-10-121h 28
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #17 - Community Conversations with Cristian Loza of CANIBEAT and First Class FitmentOn this episode of Community Conversations we sit down and talk to Cristian Loza, one of the founders of CANIBEAT and the First Class Fitment car show. We discuss his growing up as a twin, how the love of cars, collecting Supreme releases, and how car forums and the internet effected him as an individual - as well as the friendships and entrepreneurship that developed in to the CANIBEAT brand and the creation and growth of First Class Fitment. We also looked over the 10th FCF car show and talk about why it ended this year. We cover a...
2019-10-091h 19
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #16 - I Did Not Build a Honda PreludeYour only limit is you. How you think is how you act. If you think big and dream big you can accomplish big things. If you think small, well... I did not build a Honda Prelude. A chassis just a canvas, and that's all it is. You've got to think bigger than that! Patience, execution, details, and innovation should be the focal point, not something as peripheral as the chassis or platform that was used to create the vision and the art. Expand your mind, educate yourself, and think bigger. Travel... travel visually, travel geographically, travel culturally. E...
2019-09-251h 10
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #15 - Community Conversations with drag racer Nalani #NALETTYThis Community Conversations episode is with Nalani Whatley, a longtime automotive enthusiast and drag racer in southern CA. We discuss street racing, professional racing, car life, family, and evolving from kids to adults and how the love of cars and the car culture shaped our lives.Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture, and learn not just about them but from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.
2019-09-161h 16
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #14 - Community Conversations with Nicholas of HIGGINSBUILT*DISCLAIMER* Whether it be dogs barking or us eating while conversing, the audio on this podcast is not that great. I knew that this conversation and the journey that Nicholas has had was important and beneficial for others to learn about, so even with circumstances that weren't ideal, we sat down and made it happen. On this episode we sit down and talk to Nicholas Higgins of HIGGINSBUILT about his journey as a young man and how hardship and the loss of loved ones helped make him a better man. We also discuss his newly-finished car build t...
2019-09-041h 01
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #13 - THANK YOU isn't Good EnoughThis episode is dedicated to you. I want and need to thank you, the listeners, for helping me grow as a man and as a human being experiencing and living life. Each comment, each review, each message I get where you all share your thoughts and emotions that this podcast stimulates - each one of those affects me profoundly and I'm deeply grateful for you opening up and sharing. As much as this podcast does for you, it does for me in return. You all help me think and rethink things, remain objective, and contribute to my growth as...
2019-08-2855 minThink Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #12 - Why Do You REALLY Hate Mondays?"Everyone hates Mondays. It's time to start the week and go back to work. Then you have Hump Day, then it's Friday, then freedom! Right? WRONG. In this episode we discuss why people really hate Mondays, and how measuring your life by your work week is the most disastrous thing to do. WE WERE NOT MEANT TO JUST PAY BILLS AND DIE - everyone knows that saying, but what does that mean? If you think your life is measure by your work week, life will pass you by and you'll pay bills and then... well, die. Does t...
2019-08-1952 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #11 - Community Conversations with Dav of MiMMS Honda DayOn this episode we sat down in London with Dav of MiMMS Honda Day and talk about life, passion, business, cars, the UK and European automotive scene, and the newest stop on the MiMMS event series - the world-renowned Nurburgring! Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture, and learn about them and from them.You can find Dav and MiMMS Honda Day on IG: mimms_honda_dayHome-base for The Project is: www.thinkbiggerproject.c...
2019-08-1653 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #10 - Community Conversations with HALCYONPHOTOToday we sit down and talk to Anthony “HALCYONPHOTO” and learn about his journey as an enthusiast, artist, photographer and videographer/cinematographer, and entrepreneur in the new segment of the podcast entitled, COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS. Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture, and learn about them and from them. You can find Halcyonphoto on IG @halcyonphotoas well as on YouTube. As always, please take the time to comment and share your thoughts and be a pa...
2019-08-0658 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #9 - So... what were your New Year's Resolutions again?Did you make New Year's Resolutions for 2019? Here we are, just about at the 8th month of the year, and... how are those resolutions going for you? Have you made progress, or did you allow them to somehow be forgotten?!Or, are you killing it and are actually ahead of schedule? Whichever one it is, this is what we talk about in this episode.Please take the time to interact! IG @thebigmike - use the comment section as a way to converse with myself and other listeners. Do...
2019-07-2558 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #8 - I answer your questions, Part 2These episodes are dedicated to all of you! Any and all questions I get from you guys I put together and answer in periodic episodes of the podcast. The most common way is on IG, where do I posts dedicated to each episode that allows us to discuss it there, so always feel free to comment with your questions and thoughts!IG: @thebigmikeWebsite is www.ThinkBiggerProject.com The Project is essentially a non-profit for the culture. 100% of the proceeds go back in to The Project to fund its growth and positive influence on t...
2019-07-1648 min
Downtime With Downstar#61 The Big MikeHey, everyone! Today we sat down with our buddy The Big Mike! We were both at Eibach Meet Orlando and decided to pod it up! If you enjoy the convo please tell a friend! And support The Big Mike on his Think Bigger Project.
Guest:
@TheBigMike
ThinkBiggerProject.com
Downstarinc.com
@DowntimeWithDownstar
@Downstar
@Frank_Downstar
2019-05-072h 07
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #7 - Is the Internet real?Your news, your entertainment, your politics, your pop culture... it's all on the internet every moment in front of you... But is it real? How do you decide what is real and what is not? To whom and what do you give the power of influence over you? Comment on my IG post about this episode and let's talk about after you listen. I want to know your thoughts on this!Instagram: @thebigmike www.ThinkBiggerProject.com
2019-03-1338 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #6 - I answer your questions, Part 1This Episode is dedicated to you! I've taken the hundreds of questions I've received recently via YouTube comments, Instagram DMs and comments, as well as those asked of me in person and begun to answer each and every one of them. Post your questions and subjects you'd like discussed as well as guests you'd like to hear on the podcast and I'll make it happen on upcoming Episodes. Thank you, I appreciate all of you.
2019-02-1653 minDowntime With Downstar#37 The Big MikeWhat's good everyone?! I hope you all are not experiencing the end of the damn world of weather right now. On this rainy California day, our good friend Big Mike made the 3+ hour trek to the Downtime With Downstar studio for his second appearance on the podcast. If you missed the first time, it was actually episode 1 and 2. Big Mike and I have been friends for many years and we always have great conversations together. Here is a glimpse in the stuff that we talk about. Enjoy!
@TheBigMike
ThinkBiggerProject.com
Downstarinc.com
@Downstar
@DowntimeWithDownstar
@Frank_Downstar
2019-02-012h 18
Jadacast99% of You Will Miss Out on How Important This Is - Jadacast Ep #24We sit down with our guest Big Mike. Big Mike is an influential figure within the automotive culture. He's made a name for himself as a show judge, event MC, designer, and has been televised as the one behind the builds of some of the hottest import cars as seen on Gas Monkey Garage.
Join us as we sit down with Big Mike as he shares with us his journey on how he became so prominent within aftermarket car community, and get a glimpse of how he plans to get us all to think bigger than we e...
2019-01-311h 08
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #5 - Can you be successful and poor?People think money and success go hand-in-hand. Nice clothes, nice car, nice house... that's what we see and think that that person is successful. But can a person who has no objects be successful? Can someone who is poor be successful? It is my belief that sometime, somewhere, people started making the huge mistake of thinking that objects ARE success. People may not want to admit it, but they aim to be able to afford objects and those symbols of success end up being what and how they define success. Instagram @thebigmike and comment on my...
2019-01-3051 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #4 - What is your word worth?Do you know anyone who always says they are going to do something, but never really gets it done. When hear them or even read a text from them, do you just roll your eyes? Are YOU that person people roll their eyes at? Think about it... In this Episode we discuss the value of someone's word and if they (or you) should be believed. It takes maturity to think about it and be open to the possibility that you could be that person and that nobody takes you seriously or believes you for good reason.
2019-01-2246 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #3 - What does it really mean to "Do your own thing"?Just do you... Just do your own thing... Has someone ever said that to you? What exactly does that mean to you? And do you know what it REALLY means to just do your own thing? In this Episode we talk about and answer those very questions. Additionally, we spend time responding to the effect Episode 2 had on people.Are you one of the people who actually does their own thing and doesn't care at all about the opinions of the world around you? Did you have to leave people behind to get to where y...
2019-01-1547 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Project, Episode #2: What’s your point?When you speak, is there a point to what you say? When you do something, what is the purpose of your actions? Think about it... do you speak and act with PURPOSE? And if you do not, are you able to swallow your pride and admit it? In this Episode of the Think Bigger Podcast we talk about the point and purpose of anything and everything that we we say and do. Knowing WHY is alarmingly overlooked yet it is crucial! This conversation will prompt you to ask yourself, “What is the point?”
2019-01-0842 min
Think Bigger PodcastThink Bigger Podcast, Episode #1 - Do you think you're an adult? Let's have a conversation.Welcome to the Think Bigger Podcast. Here, it's simple... we have an intelligent, adult conversation about life and the things we are all experiencing and struggling with. Every single thing we do and say comes from our hearts and our minds, so let's discuss them all and how changing the way we think is the most obvious yet overlooked key to making our lives better. The time has come to Think Bigger.
2018-12-2844 minDowntime With Downstar#2 The Big Mike Episode PT.2Downtime With Downstar: The Big Mike Episode PT.2
Big Mike is a builder, a scholar and a fine gentleman. He has graced the cover of countless (well, I am sure we can count them but countless sounds heavy) magazine covers, competed in SEMA's Battle Of The Builders, has been a guest builder on Discovery's Fast N Loud and more importantly, he is the creator of the Think Bigger Project. What's that you say? Listen to the episode and catch these gems.
@TheBigMike
ThinkBiggerProject.com
2018-09-201h 24
Downtime With Downstar#1 The Big Mike Episode PT.1Downtime With Downstar: The Big Mike Episode PT.1
Big Mike is a builder, a scholar and a fine gentleman. He has graced the cover of countless (well, I am sure we can count them but countless sounds heavy) magazine covers, competed in SEMA's Battle Of The Builders, has been a guest builder on Discovery's Fast N Loud and more importantly, he is the creator of the Think Bigger Project. What's that you say? Listen to the episode and catch these gems.
@TheBigMike
ThinkBiggerProject.com
2018-09-1852 min
How It's Done PodcastThe Big Mike InterviewFor the seventh episode of my podcast, I flew out to Southern California for a weekend and during my stay got the chance to sit down with the one and only Big Mike. Mike has been building cars for many years and is known around the world for his award winning SEMA builds; most notably his 1992 Honda Prelude. Mike also MC’s and judges at car shows, freelances for print magazines, designs and builds cars for other people and was recently featured on Fast n Loud- a tv show where Richard Rawlings and Aaron Kaufman search for forgotten and derelict cl...
2018-03-192h 02