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The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao106 | Daniel Huang: My Experiences as a DirectorWhat does it take to be a director? How do connections matter within movie industries? Why does a director have to know everything? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with director Daniel Huang to discuss his experiences as a director...
2023-07-031h 01
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao105 | Delphi Lyra: How I Live My Life to the Fullest through Diverse PassionsWhy is it important to have many different things that bring joy to life? What are ways to get out of a rut and deal with challenges? How can one attain balance in life? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Delphi to discuss how she lives an enriching and balanced life.
2023-06-261h 08
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao104 | Liam Litchoki: The List of 66 Greatest Things in The WorldWhat are some of the greatest things in the world? From Golf to Sushi to Concerts to Iceland to Baking to House Music... Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Liam Litchoki to discuss his list of the 66 greatest things in the world...
2023-06-191h 10
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao103 | Kevin Hu: How I Build Deep Connections as an IntrovertWhy is it important to build meaningful connections and how does being an introvert facilitate that? How do I find my inner peace and control my emotions? What are ways to forgive oneself? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with his friend Kevin Hu to discuss his journey as an introvert...
2023-06-0457 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao102 | Walker Andrews: My Consistent Workout Routines & Overcoming DoubtsWhat is the daily routine of a prospective D1 basketball player? Why is it important to remain humble and fixate on your dreams? How are ways to overcome haters, self-doubt, and adversities? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with the 3-Point king Walker Andrews to discuss his routines and his journey...
2023-06-041h 04
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao101 | Costof X Poon: Gaining Discipline, Setting Goals & Will of DHow can setting 5 goals a day bring change? Why are friendships and no judgment of others important? What is the Will of D? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Oscar Costof and Poon Jeerapat to discuss discipline, and the will of D...
2023-06-0354 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao13 | Channin Zhao: Answering 100 Questions from Guests (Part 1)Today the hos... Wait, the host today is not Channin Zhao, but all the guests from previous episodes! No order, no preparation, complete on-the-spot responses. Join this special episode and hear Channin answer challenging, provoking, and interesting questions...
00:57 Augustine Boadi
2:41 Chris Sparrow
4:19 Lulu Calame
5:56 Yicheng Shen
8:18 Ashish Mallur
10:09 Chris Jones
12:09 David Reeder
14:45 Peter Weis
16:54 Michael Clark
19:25 Hans
21:57 Ivan Solzhenitsyn
24:42 Jacob Walker
26:10 Jim Volinger
28:13 Julie Rosier
29:51 Kevin...
2023-05-3049 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao99 | Stacie, Constantin, Channin: 3 Podcasters On Networking, Socializing, Careers & LifeHow do the three podcasts of Head, Heart, and Hand, ACCeleration Path, and Bigger Picture Podcast all come about? Why is it important to build networks and social connections? What is the importance of having the WHY in careers? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down in a special episode with podcast hosts Stacie and Constantin to discuss networking, communications, and more...
2023-05-251h 29
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao98 | Shane Peters: Why Goalkeepers Are Unique & Life of a CameramanWhy are goalkeepers not meant for everyone and what makes them different? How can one improve their mentality and mindset? What is it like to be a cameraman? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with cameraman Shane Peters to discuss his ice hockey career...
2023-05-2148 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao97 | Jack Rogers: How to Make Literature FunWhy is there beauty in learning literature? How are ways to make a classroom fun and engaging? What can one do to fall in love and develop reading skills? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with English teacher Jack Rogers to discuss the his fun class...
2023-05-211h 03
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao96 | Rich Messer: Directing the Best DHall & Don't Take Things for GrantedHow is it like to direct a dining hall and organize all the different staff at hand? What is important about maintaining sustainability and quality even though it is hard for the budget? Why should we never take things for granted? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with the director of dining services Rich Messer to discuss his journey in the dining hall...
2023-05-1848 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao95 | Scott Bloom: The Scotty Theory of Leadership & Winning TeamsWhy are captains different than leaders, and what makes a good captain? How important is a positive team culture in sports? What is the importance of brotherhood and constant learning? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Coach of the Year Scott Bloom to discuss The Scotty Theory...
2023-05-171h 18
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao94 | Tony Libertine: The Power of PositivityWhy do we need positivity in this world, and what benefits can it bring? How is it to overcome the challenges of ADHD and turn them into strengths? What is the light in everyone? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Tony Libertine from the dining hall to discuss his positivity and how it has helped him...
2023-05-1556 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao93 | Coach Shelton: The Way to Become the Best Student-AthleteWhy is controlling daily habits and controlling the mind essential for a champion? What is the importance of being a Student-Athlete? How are ways one can get recruited to the best program possible? Today, the host Channin Zhao joins Constantin Jung to sit down with the head basketball coach of NMH, Mike Shelton, and discuss tips for aspiring student-athletes...
2023-05-1355 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao92 | Sam Keator: The Importance of History & Role of a TeacherWhy is it crucial to understand history and warfare? How is having a well-rounded education meaningful for one's development? What does it take to be an understandable teacher? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with History teacher & BV Hockey + Lax coach Sam Keator to discuss history and teaching...
2023-05-1157 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao91 | Demetrius Laffitte: What My Professional Basketball Career Taught MeHow is it to have a professional basketball career overseas? Why are sports so important, and how much can they change someone? What is the value of understanding cultures? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with ex-professional basketball player and associate dean Demetrius Laffitte to discuss her journeys...
2023-05-111h 13
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao90 | Metta Dale: On Purpose of Education & Finding Your Cultural IdentityWhat does high school teach you apart from hard-core academics? Why are there many non-straight A successful students? How can one develop a strong sense of identity through self-exploration? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Director of International Admission Metta Dale to discuss her role and her thoughts on education...
2023-05-0855 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao89 | Jared Eberlein: All About ActingWhat is the journey to becoming an actor like? Why are many actors multi-faceted intelligent learners? How can one improve in acting? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with director of Theater Programs Jared Eberlein to share his journey of improving in acting...
2023-05-051h 14
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao88 | Jack Rorick: Let Go of Your Label & Finding Your PathHow can not limiting ourselves to a label bring true happiness and living to our full potential? What is the benefit of internship and immersive learning? Why is it essential to find our unique passions and paths? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Jack Rorick to discuss his journey of letting go of his D1 Ice Hockey Dreams and finding passion in hedgefund...
2023-05-0254 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao87 | Julie Rosier: Starting Organizations to Help Others Find Purpose & Importance of Ancient WisdomHow is it to build two organizations to help others? Why is it important to learn from archival history and ancient wisdom? What is the importance of purpose? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with the founder of Red Thread Commons Julie Rosier to talk about her journey...
2023-04-301h 04
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao86 | Ron Smith: The Power of Music & Finding Your GiftHow does music connect every single one of us? Why does Music bring true happiness and passion? What can one do to discover their God-Given Talent? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with the Director of Music Program, Ron Smith (Smitty), to discuss the beauty of music and his journey...
2023-04-2859 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao85 | Lennie Colart: Challenges being Post-Grad at 16 & How Self-Acceptance Transformed MeWhat are the challenges of graduating high school at 16? How can one overcome external expectations and need to prove to others to be self-driven? Why is it important to develop self-awareness & Self Love? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with PG Lennie Colart to discuss her experience post-grading at 16 and how she developed self-acceptance.
2023-04-2656 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao84 | Yash Grover: Power of Exploration & Overcoming Fear of Failure to Develop ConfidenceWhat does it feel like to travel to over 80 countries? How can one develop confidence but not arrogance through crushing fear of failure? Why is it important to keep a curious heart for exploring and trying new things? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Yash Grover to discuss his journey of exploring and developing of confidence.
2023-04-231h 21
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao83 | Payton Bonang: Overcoming Med Leave & Gender Identity ChallengesHow is the experience of overcoming 4 different mental illnesses? What does the process of coming out to feel like? Why is it essential to understand others and different identities in modern society? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Payton Bonang to discuss his life-changing med leave journey...
2023-04-2254 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao82 | Alexis Arcaro: Being a Librarian & How to Build a Reading Habit?How can one make reading a pleasurable and consistent venture? What is the experience of a school librarian? Why is it important to develop a reading habit? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with the librarian Alexis Arcaro to talk about her experiences being a librarian and the values of reading.
2023-04-2154 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao81 | Lulu Calame: The Value of Quitting & Tips on Storytelling + WritingHow does quitting one's primary sport (Cross-Country) bring value for one in the long run? Why are journaling, storytelling, and freewriting absolute essential skills? What are ways one can stay in control and productive while working? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with the main editor of Lamplighter & retired cross-country runner Lulu Calame to discuss her cross-country career and tips on writing.
2023-04-171h 07
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao80 | Gretel Schatz: Dance is a Language & Harnessing ADD and Bringing Joy to WorldHow can one communicate through dance? What benefits do prioritizing mental health and harnessing ADD bring for one to spark creativity? Why is being a chicken and having fun from time to time important? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with 26-year Director of Dance Program Gretel Schatz to discuss the value of dance and harnessing Mental Health challenges.
2023-04-141h 06
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao79 | Amira Mhm: On Being an Actress & Living My Unique Life for LegacyWhat is it like to star in a movie while only in high school? Why is it essential to live a unique life pursuing one's passion and having your own goals? How to deal with doubts and adversities from others? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with lead Actress Amira Mhm in the movie "Bodyguard" to talk about her experiences in acting and how she deals with adversities, especially with her dad.
2023-04-121h 09
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao78 | Shaymus X John Mairano: The Life of Two Class-A Champ WrestlersWhat are the daily life and routines of two championship-winning wrestlers? How can one find devotion and commitment in such a challenging sport? What are some stereotypes against athletes or Tron and how can we overcome it? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Shaymus MacIntosh and John Mairano to discuss the uniqueness of wresters...
2023-04-0853 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao77 | James Doliscar: Secrets to Always Finding Positive Energy & Dealing with Childhood AdversitiesWhy is it essential to be positive with people, and how can one find positive energy all the time? How can one cope with childhood traumas or adversities? What is the importance of forgiveness and humility? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Class A Champ wrestler and Futuber James Doliscar to talk about his story growing up and his SECRETS to bringing energy.
2023-04-071h 08
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao76 | Souli Marrakchi: Why Morocco is so good at Soccer & Ways to Cope with InjuriesHow did Morocco go all the way to be in the semi-finals for world cup this year? Is it luck or is it skill, or is it talent?? How can anyone deal with the stress of injuries and come back to being healthy? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Souli to talk about why Morocco is good at soccer and how he dealt with his injuries.
2023-04-0558 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao75 | Cade DeWolf: Building Brotherhood & Process-Driven Mindset as a CaptainWhy is it important to have strong connections and brotherhood in a team? What are the qualities that one should develop to become a high-performance athlete? How can one overcome adversity through perseverance, hard work, and being process-driven? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Ice Hockey team captain Cade DeWolf to talk about his experiences as a captain and how he developed his mindsets.
2023-04-0250 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao74 | Mohamed Hussein: Importance of Athlete's Mental Strength & Mental Health in SportsWhy is sports 80% Mental and 20% Physical? How can anyone build mental strength, resilience, and mental health? What can one do to find their purpose and accomplish their highest goals in sports? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with former Gatorade Player of the Year and 6-Time All-American Cross Country Runner Mohamed Hussein to discuss the importance of Mental Strength & Mental Health.
2023-03-3057 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao73 | Patrick Lee: How to Control Your Desires & Attain Actual HappinessWhy is it important to control one's desires? How can understanding annihilism and philosophy actually help self-control? What is true happiness, and how can anyone be on the journey on the pursuit of happiness? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Patrick Lee to talk about the importance to controlling desires and achieving happiness.
2023-03-2952 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao72 | Brian Hargrove: Being a Head of School & Steps to a Strong CommunityWhat is the job of being a head of school? Why is personalized education very important, and how does NMH play the mission to help each individual become the best version of themselves? How can each individual take action in building a solid community? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with the head of school of NMH Brian Hargrove to discuss his job journey and his views on education.
2023-03-2758 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao71 | Dr. Clark: The Importance of Critical Thinking & Art of LiteratureWhy should people think critically and explore new ideas? How can one develop a passion in reading and writing? What is the value of the art of literature? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with 10-year English teacher Dr. Clark to discuss the importance of critical thinking and the beauty of literature.
2023-03-2051 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao70 | Babacar Diallo: How Putting Others Above Brings True Happiness & ConfidenceWhy should one want to be selfless? How can one obtain true unshackled confidence? What are some ways to overcome mistakes? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with the All-Star and No.1 Defender in NEPSAC, also one of his best friends, Babacar Diallo, to discuss the importance of being selfless and building true confidence.
2023-03-091h 01
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao69 | Alisa J: How I Enjoy Solitude & Only Compete Against MyselfWhat is the value of being alone with oneself? How important is it to not compare to others but only compare to oneself? How can we get rid of all the limits that we set on ourselves and achieve unthinkable things? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Alisa Dzhassim to discuss her process of finding value in solitude and her self-drive to compete against herself.
2023-02-261h 25
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao68 | Mark Koyama: The Importance of Self-Less LoveWhy is having a loving community with one another so important? What is loving another selflessly? How can we create meaning in our life? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with 28-year English & Religion Teacher Mark Koyama to discuss the importance of community and self-less love.
2023-02-241h 02
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao67 | Paolo Rodriguez: How Self-Improvement, Diet, & Family Changed My LifeWhy should everyone start self-improvement? What are essential habits to keep a happy life? How to keep a healthy yet efficient diet? Why do I believe in God? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with ex-U15 Guatamelan National Team Soccer Player and founder of Cream.co and non-profit One to Four Paolo Rodriguez to discuss his self-improvement journey, his diet, and why he values relationships.
2023-02-221h 05
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao66 | Cassandra Tung: How ADHD Shaped Me & The Importance of Self-LoveWhat is it like with a mind of ADHD? How can having the kindness to yourself completely change your life? Why is it important to be authentic and what are the benefits of being alone? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Cassandra Tung to discuss how ADHD impacts her life, her coping mechanisms, and the importance of self-love.
2023-02-191h 58
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao65 | David Reeder: The Meaning of Time & Finding What's Truly ImportantWhat brings true meaning in life? How do we find the essentials out of the so-many non-essential minuscules in our busy days? Why does time give life meaning? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Crew Head Coach and Physics teacher Davide Reeder to discuss why time is necessary and what truly brings life meaning.
2023-02-1757 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao64 | Michael Figge: How I'm OBSESSED with Investment & My Thoughts on Gen ZWhat are some of the basics to getting good at Investments? What is the future for Gen Z? Why is the American Economy a great successful experiment? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Investment Club Founder Michael Figge to discuss how he got good at investments, his views on the American system, and some talks on prejudgements in society...
2023-02-141h 15
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao63 | Alejandra Metz: How to Start an Entrepreneurship?What's the Entrepreneurship fair going to be like? How are ways to start entrepreneurship? What are the essentials to start a successful business? What's the importance of trying and learning from mistakes? Today, Channin Zhao sits down with entrepreneur Alejandra Metz to discuss her journey of starting her business and her advice for entrepreneurship.
2023-02-1034 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao62 | Chris Sparrow: How I Get Up at 6AM Everyday, Rid Distractions, and Workout 2+ Times a DayHow does one build an effective and consistent morning routine? Why is Sleep so important, and how can one attain 8+ hours of sleep but still get up in the morning? How can one minimize phone usage and be mindful in life? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with the Hardest MF, Chris Sparrow, to discuss discipline, motivation, mindfulness, and taking control of life.
2023-02-091h 05
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao61 | Mr. Weis: 24 Years As NMH Archivist & My Biggest Realizations in LifeWhat is it like being an archivist? How does one discover their purpose in life? How does one learn from their regrets and mistakes to walk down their life journey? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Mr. Weis to discuss his experiences as an archivist and his views on life.
2023-02-031h 06
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao60 | Maya Baudrand: How Ambition & Daily Structure Helped Me Accomplish ThingsHow can ambition propel one forward? What is the importance of having a daily structure? What can the education system do better to help students build time management skills? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Maya Baudrand to discuss how her ambitions and her daily planning helped her to be where she is currently.
2023-01-3148 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao59 | Chris Jones: How Hypnotism Works & Connections w/ Sports PerformanceIs Hypnotism Real? What happens when a person is hypnotized? Can anyone be hypnotized? How is hypnotism used to enhance performance in any field? Why is sports performance 90% Mental and 10% Physical? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with professional hypnotist, host of John Cena's Double Take, performer on American's Got Talent, Penn & Teller, and much more, ONE WORD: CHRIS JONES!!!
2023-01-261h 09
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao58 | Dominic Zhang: Discovering the Joy/Beauty in Math & Rethinking Education SystemsWhy should we study Math? What values & applicable skills can we acquire by learning Math? How are current Educational systems failing, and could be modified? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Linear Algebra Math Teacher Dominic Zhang to discuss his views on Mathematics and how Math can revolutionize people's lives.
2023-01-2351 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao57 | Rohan Edwards: The Music of Soccer & How Injuries Shaped Who I AmHow do Music and Soccer correlate? What is the importance of harmonizing in sports? How can injuries impact oneself? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Rohan Edwards to discuss how he connects music with soccer and how his constant injuries made him who he is today.
2023-01-1750 min
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao56 | Constantin Jung: Benefits of Socialization & Overcoming Social AnxietyWhy is building connections meaningful? How can being sociable bring unexpected opportunities? How to develop social skills and overcome social anxiety? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Yale 2027 goalkeeper Constantin Jung to discuss his secrets to developing a wonderful social life as well as discussing ways of developing the skill to be sociable.
2023-01-111h 04The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao55 | Paul Cushing: How to Find Joy in Anything - Being PresentThe Cook, the Soccer Goalkeeping Coach, the Podcaster, the Entrepreneur, the Shiatsu Specialist, the Former Theater Actor, the Therapist... Paul Cushing is a man that has many hats and is excellent at many things. Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Paul Cushing to have a chat on how he balances so many different things, how he finds passion in whatever he does, how he enjoys life, and his ultimate rule to life: Being present at whatever he does.
2022-12-111h 24The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao54 | Wilson Cheung: I Am Well-Rounded Because I Love What I DoHow do we become well-rounded and diversified people? How do we become great at the things we do? Why should we search for self-improvement? How do we have an enriching social life? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Wilson Cheung to discuss his views on life and his tips to becoming a better person.
2022-11-131h 08The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao53 | Yicheng Shen: From Half-Hearted to the Hardest WorkerHow did Yicheng come out from a toxic environment to become a positive person? How did a half-hearted troublemaker transform into a scholar that studies at 6:30 AM? How to become a person that is driven and knows his/her purpose? Today, Channin Zhao sits down with Yicheng Shen to discuss his story of self-transformation, and how he became driven.
2022-11-071h 05The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao52 | RJ Ho: How to Be Intrinsically Motivated & Get Up at 6AM Every DayWhat is the difference between Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation? Where do we find the joy to be intrinsically motivated in our task at hand? What are the benefits of getting up early? How do we build a waking routine at 6 AM every single day? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Sage Talks host RJ Ho to discuss Intrinsic Motivation and the benefits of getting up early.
2022-07-141h 22The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao51 | Tibet Yakut: Self-Discipline & PhilosophyHow do we achieve self-discipline? How can being alone benefited us? What are the benefits of meditation? Getting up early? Philosophy: What's right and what's wrong, is men's natural state war or peace? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Tibet to discuss his 5-week life-changing experience and some deep talks in philosophy.
2022-07-071h 14The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao50 | Life Coach Davis: Build the Relationship with Yourself First & Find Meaningful FriendshipsHow do we fall in love with ourselves? What should we do to be happy with ourselves first? Why should we be grateful and kind to everyone every day? What are meaningful friendships and why are they valuable? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with the life-coach Coach Davis to discuss about meaningful relationships.
2022-07-071h 15
The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao49 | Ian Karim: Be Grateful For Your Family & Shower Smiles on SocietyHow do we become confident and not care about what others think? How to live a life of purpose? Why should we be grateful? Why does family matter so much? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Ian Karim to discuss confidence, gratefulness, and the importance of family. Make the world a place of love!
2022-07-041h 08The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao48 | Jai Glazer: Picking Your Battles - Prioritizing What Matters in LifeWhat is Karma? How does hard work pay off? What are the benefits of reading? Is socializing good or bad? Gym tips? How to balance overconfidence and underconfidence? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Jai Glazer to talk about the importance of a growth mindset, and the power of prioritizing.
2022-07-0253 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao47 | Brian Kim: Maximize Your Potential & Self-Discipline with Mamba MentalityWhat is Mamba mentality? How do we use Mamba mentality to reach our potential? What is a human's potential? What is the point of living? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with his friend Brian Kim to talk about control our lives and living to our fullest potential, and most importantly, BEING REAL!
2022-07-011h 08The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao46 | Arjun Manian: Breaking Stereotypes & Finding Purpose in LIFEWhy do people have stereotypes? How can we end stereotypes? What is the meaning of life? How can we change the world? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Arjun Manian to discuss their experiences dealing with stereotypes and their definitions of meanings of life.
2022-06-3053 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao45 | Winston Wu: AI, Future of Humanity, Innovations, Uchicago and moreHow do we control AI? What will happen in the future with AI? What will happen to humans? How does some entrepreneurship happen? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with future Uchicago student Winston Wu to have a deep and intelligent conversation.
2022-06-211h 04The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao44 | Pablo Santos Pt II: Don't Live with RegretsPablo is back with another life talk! Why is life impermanent? What can we do with our limited time? How do we feel about leaving? Today, the hose Channin Zhao sits down with Pablo Santos to have a chat about life...
2022-05-311h 08The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao43 | Jacob & Nick: Do What You Love & Benefits of Starting EarlyThough cliche, are we actually doing what we love? What is stopping us from chasing what we want? What are the benefits of starting early? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Jacob Walker and Nick Boesel-Stravino to discuss how we can chase after what we love and the benefits of starting early.
2022-05-2744 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao42 | Stella Zhu: Dance Can Convey MessagesWhy is dance much more complicated than we think? How does Dance connect to history? How did Stella write a 100+ page research paper on this topic? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Stella Zhu to discuss how dance can convey messages.
2022-05-2653 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao41 | Richard Li & Minh: Finding the Life-Work Balance in lifeRichard Li is the co-valedictorian this year, the award is given to the top academic student every year, and Minh Tran is a fanatic of statistics of soccer and an exceptional student himself too. How do we find balance in life? How do we find our passion and plan it accordingly? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Richard & Minh to discuss the balance in life.
2022-05-2547 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao40 | Jack Berges: Being Grateful & Enjoying the PresentJack Berges is a 4-year senior about to play in the junior league for hockey. Why should everyone be grateful? How do we enjoy the moment when the world is constantly evolving to move away from the present? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Jack Berges to discuss the benefits of being grateful and being present...
2022-05-2356 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao39 | Mace Foehl: Learn by Drawing ConnectionsHow do different things connect? How does teaching Math and playing golf help each other? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with 34-year Math teacher Mace Foehl to discuss how Math and Golf relate.
2022-05-2244 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao38 | Anna Wittek & Gaby Levy: The International Student ExperienceWhat does being an international student feel like? How do Internationals gradually adapt with time? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Anna and Gaby to discuss their experiences of being international students and their changes throughout the year.
2022-05-211h 05The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao37 | Rowan Brumbaugh: Actions Speak Louder Than WordsRowan is a D1 Basketball commit at Texas and is ranked 79 in the nation, yet he still works harder than everyone else. What motivates him to work so hard? What is the underdog mindset? Why do actions speak louder than words? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Rowan Brumbaugh to discuss his incredible mentality and his discipline.
2022-05-2048 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao36 | John Carroll: The Winning WayIn John Carroll's 21 years of coaching high school Basketball at NMH, he is a 4-time NE champion, 1-time national champion, 4-time national finalist, and has sent 49 players to the Ivy League and 160+ players to NCAA... Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with John Carroll to discuss his coaching style, his growth mindset, and his winning way...
2022-05-191h 15The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao35 | George Long: The Power of Noticing Small DetailsWhy should people work harder in English classes? What do small details tell us about who we are? Why should we start noticing more? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with English teacher George Long to discuss his teaching style and the power of noticing details.
2022-05-1848 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao34 | Rohan Dhingra: How Prioritization and Self-Belief Leads to SuccessHow do we find the thing that we are passionate about? How do we deal with self-doubts? What are scientific ways that can increase performance? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with D1 Soccer Commit & All-American Rohan Dhingra to discuss his work ethic and his ever-expanding knowledge...
2022-05-171h 06The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao33 | Jackson Johnson: How to Build Good Habits, Set Goals, & Have Winning MindsetHow do we master our mental game? How do we build good habits? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Jackson Johnson to discuss how we can have a positive mindset and build good habits.
2022-05-1641 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao32 | Justin Perron: Coaching, Psychology, and How to Master the Mental GameWhat does an assistant coach do? How does Psychology help Sports? How can we build on our own mental game? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Justin Perron to discuss his coaching journey, his psychology major, and his advice on improving the mental game...
2022-05-1554 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao31 | Pablo Santos: Always Try New ThingsHow does always trying new things help with becoming a better person? How do we build connections between different things? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Pablo to discuss his diverse experiences and how always trying new things makes him a better person.
2022-05-1447 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao30 | Lars: Hardest Worker on the Golf CourseHow does one find passion and work for 4+ hours every day? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with D1 Golf Commit Lars to discuss his journey of Golf and his motivation to work so hard in golf.
2022-05-1452 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao29 | Henry Vietor: How Rowing Changed My LifeHow did a non-athlete begin his journey to rowing? What mental and physical transformation can rowing bring? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Henry Vietor to discuss his journey in rowing and how it changed his life...
2022-05-1352 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao28 | Tristan Keyser-Parker: Simple is KeyWhat's fascinating about Math? What habits lead to a disciplined and successful day? What does it feel like in the student congress? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Tristan Keyser-Parker to discuss about how simplicity is complexity itself.
2022-05-1350 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao27 | Hans & Nicky & Dom: Why is There Wind and Other Provoking QuestionsWhy is there Wind? Meatball Hoodies, Soap Shirts? Why Tides, Supply Chains, Da Vin Ci, Socrates, Cars, Heart Transplants, Cheetahs, Taco Bell... Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Hans, Nicky, and Dom to have a deep conversation about interesting questions in Life.
2022-05-121h 22The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao26 | Chasing Excellence: The Wrestlers' lifestyle w/ Liam Finn & Nabeel RaffeWhat does the lifestyle of a wrestler look like? How do we master our mental game and have an exceptional mindset? Today, Channin Zhao sits down with Liam Finn and Nabeel Raffe to discuss the lifestyle of Wrestlers and the path of chasing excellence...
2022-05-1245 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao25 | Sheila Heffernon: 42-Year Legacy of Conducting Choirs at NMHSheila Heffernon is a 42-year legend at NMH and is going to retire in a few weeks, and she has left a legacy of choirs, singing groups, and more... This time, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Sheila Heffernon to discuss how she started conducting the choir, why she loves choir and music, and her retirement plans...
Table of Contents:
0:38 Start of Conducting Choirs
6:55 Coming to NMH
12:40 The Choir Project & Recruiting for Choir
21:50 My Children & My Education Style
27:10 Why I LOVE Choir: Community & Feeding our soul
2022-05-091h 05The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao24 | Nick Swanson: ADHD Gave Me My Innovative IdeasHow does having ADHD feel like? How is the earth going to look like in 50 years? Want to just be inspired by innovative science ideas? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Nick Swanson to discuss his ADHD, his interests, his innovative ideas, and some deep conversation about technology and human future...
2022-05-0751 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao23 | Victoria Malcolm: 18 Years Growing Up in NMH...What does growing up in NMH feel like? How has NMH shifted in the past 18 years? Today, the host Channin Zhao and co-host Delphi Lyra sits down with Victoria Malcolm to talk about Victoria's experiences growing up in NMH and what she has seen in her 18 years...
2022-05-0735 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao22 | Kyle Smith: Not Just a Plant Facility WorkerWhat does working in Plant Facility look like? Is that all he does? What does Kyle do for his personal life? This time, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Kyle Smith to discuss the daily life of working in Plant Facility, what different sectors do, the horror stories of cleaning up messes (PLEASE CLEAN UP EVERYONE!), the life of Kyle outside of Plant Facility, and his quote for life...
2022-05-0649 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao21 | Mr. Dowdy: I'm a Student TooMr. Dowdy is a 40-year legendary retiring English teacher at NMH, but he is also a student, a learner, who keeps improving until this day. Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Mr. Dowdy to talk about his teaching style, his memorable students, his retirement plans, his passion for reading, and his advice on why YOU should read!
0:22 Start of teaching
7:49 Coming to NMH
15:00 Style of teaching: “I’m a student too”
23:45 Memorable students
32:02 How I grade things
37:50 I love Reading!
45:00 WHY YOU SHOULD READ
2022-05-051h 09The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao20 | Alex Halpern: Always Working & ImprovingWhat motivates one to keep pursuing something? How does one generate the discipline of waking up a 6 and working hard every day? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with the Basketballer and Mathmetician Alex Helpern to discuss his passion of basketball and his discipline to work hard every day.
2022-05-0447 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao19 | Cynthia Zhang: I See the World Through MusicWhat is it like to play piano for over 13 years? How is it like to be a musician? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Cynthia Zhang to discuss how music changed her life and made her who she is.
2022-05-0343 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao17 | Peter Sullivan: Working in the Dining HallWhat does working in the dining hall feel like? Why did Peter choose to work in the dining hall? Today, Channin Zhao sits down with Peter Sullivan to discuss his experiences working in the dining hall and his views on life...
2022-04-2943 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao16 | Stas Vorozh: From Kazakstan to US...What is growing up in Kazakstan like? Today, Channin Zhao sits down with Stas to explore the interesting stories behind growing up in Kazakstan.
2022-04-2938 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao15 | How to Find Focus and Be Present: A Destimulation Experiment ft. Zhining ZhaoNowadays, with technology, social media, video games, porn, and all sorts of stimulating factors, it is harder for us to find focus and be present. In this episode, the host Channin Zhao sits down with his childhood friend Zhining Zhao to discuss how to find our focus and our calm in this overstimulated world.
2022-04-2756 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao11 | Bohdan Karavan: From a Tiny City in Ukraine to Brown UniversityA tiny city of Ukraine, a crowded building, a 2% chance opportunity, NMH, and a University named Brown... Join Channin in discovering the incredible journey of Bohdan Karavan.
2022-04-0750 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao9 | Ashish Mallur: How to Be Unbreakably Confident and Master ProductivityHow to stop caring about all negativity? How to wake up at 5 AM and remain productive throughout the day? Today, Channin Zhao sits down with Ashish Mallur to talk about the art of not caring and having better productivity.
2022-04-0754 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao8 | Jerry Da: The Power of ListeningWhat magic does listening have? Why are great leaders all great listeners? Today, Channin Zhao sits down with Jerry Da to discuss the power of listening.
2022-03-2341 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao7 | Ethan Lin: From 275lbs to 175lbs, How I Transformed MyselfHow can we dedicate ourselves to achieving a goal? Today, Channin Zhao sits down with Ethan Lin to talk about his incredible journey of cutting down almost 100 lbs.
2022-03-0238 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao6 | James Lee: My New Passion for LearningWhy do we learn? How do we get passionate about learning? Today, Channin Zhao sits down with 4-year senior James Lee to have a chat about learning, colleges, and life.
2022-02-2054 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao5 | Will Kang: On How to Be Yourself and Nourish Meaningful FriendshipsFinding true friends and establishing one's self-identity is very hard at the same time. Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Will Kang, a 3-year senior of NMH, to talk about the wisdom of life.
2021-05-1655 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao4 | Kashope Ayeni: Growing Up in Nigeria...Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Kashope Ayeni to talk about his experiences growing up in Nigeria, breaking stereotypes towards Nigerians and Africans.
2021-02-181h 25The Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao3 | Tidiane Thiam: Introverts vs. Extroverts: Is One Necessarily Better?Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Or both? Is being one better than the other? Does it mean you're an introvert or an extrovert for the rest of your life? Today, the host Channin Zhao sits down with Tidiane Thiam to discuss the topic of introverts vs extroverts.
2021-02-0947 minThe Bigger Picture Journey with Channin Zhao2 | Orey Adelokun & Noah Vogel: What is True Success?What is a truly successful person? Money? Happiness? Fame? In this episode, Channin Zhao sits down with Orey Adelokun and Noah Vogel to discuss the true essence of being successful.
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