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The Real Country Podcast by Nikki in NashvilleJust Start: How Eddie Marange Built a Career in Country Music by Showing Up - The Real Country Podcast Vol 16Nothing changes until you start.In this episode of Real Country, Nikki sits down with Eddie Marange a country music creator and photographer/videographer, to talk about what it really takes to build a career in country music and social media without connections, shortcuts, or overnight success.Eddie shares his journey from law enforcement to working alongside country artists, how he grew a large platform simply by showing up consistently, and why most people quit long before things begin to work. They unpack the realities of social media growth, building a personal brand...
2025-12-2943 min
From Start-Up to Grown-Up#88: From Startup to Grown-Up: Eddie Kim, Co-founder and CTO of Gusto - Wearing different “hats” as a leader; learning to get his hands off the keyboard and enable others instead; and how to build a growth mindsetEddie Kim is the CTO and cofounder of Gusto, which serves 400,000+ small and medium-sized businesses nationwide by helping them onboard, pay, insure, engage, and provide benefits for their teams, in one integrated, friendly, and easy-to-use platform. Eddie’s career has been shaped by chance encounters, a passion for software, and a deep commitment to growth. Before Gusto, he launched his first company—an experience that ultimately led him to reconnect with his future co-founder, Josh Reeves.In this episode, Eddie opens up about co-founder dynamics, leadership struggles, scaling a company, and the surprising tools he uses to stay...
2025-03-2543 min
Holistic Healing PodcastE43 - Music Journey, Creative Process & Effects of Social Media on Society with Eddie CohnOn today's episode of American gypC Podcast we are talking to Eddie Cohn about his music and creative process. Eddie is a musician, DJ, podcaster, yoga teacher and author. Eddie is also the host of The Downward Facing Spiritual Spiral, a podcast that brings awareness to the negative effect of social media and inspire others to turn off their phone and value your free time.
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Sports-N-More Podcast with Eddie MorelosSports-N-More Podcast With Eddie Morelos Episode 13 with Special Guest - Mr Brandon "IceMan" CohnThe Sports-N-More Podcast with Eddie Morelos Ep #13 recorded live from the Downtown Spaces right here in Downtown El Paso we have a very special guest, Mr Brandon "IceMan" CohnWe talk about the Big announcement from the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl Game, NFL Sports and more!be sure to leave a comment "i want some cereal" on our facebook page for your chance to win a box of the Aaron Jones Touchdown Squares "Contest ends Dec 7, 2020"Be Sure to follow us on our social media pages and hit that like b...
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The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralCameron MorganDoes craft matter anymore? Does a musician have to spend more time on marketing, videos and PR than the craft of musicianship? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I'm excited to welcome producer, guitarist and my friend, Cameron Morgan to the show. I met Cameron almost ten years ago when I was on tour up in Portland and he also played guitar on my third record. With the passing of Eddie Van Halen, I felt compelled to reach out to Cameron and talk about the meaning of Eddie Van Halen in his life. Cameron and I talk about the dwindling...
2020-11-021h 01The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralMore Hypochondriacs And Remembering Eddie Van HalenWhat are the ramifications of living in a society where masks are everywhere? How are children going to respond to staring at screens all day while wearing masks? Is it a good thing if we have more germaphobes and hypochondriacs? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I felt inspired to talk about my trip back home to Ohio and I wonder how we can possibly recover from the onslaught of fear, social distance and mask wearing. I talk about my own struggles as a germaphobe and hypochondriac and I worry we're simply creating more of this neurotic behavior. I talk...
2020-10-2646 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralMatt Dery (Visit #3)Has sports become too political and how long will it take for fans to feel comfortable going to a packed sporting event again? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I am excited to welcome my high school friend Matt Dery back to the show. Matt is a sportscaster and podcaster and when I feel inspired to talk about the sports world, Matt has become my go-to guest. I was curious to hear Matt's perspective on the new look of the NBA and I also wanted to ask Matt if he thinks sports has become too political? Will sports ever look...
2020-09-1144 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralDr. Mackenzie WebsterHow is the lockdown affecting mental health in our society? Why has there been such a rise in depression and anxiety over the last few months? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I am excited to welcome psychologist, Dr. Mackenzie Webster to the show. Mackenzie and I talk about the apparent rise of depression as a result of Covid-19 and why her practice is busier than ever. We discuss the toxicity and anxiety created by social media, the impact of the news media on the mental state of Americans and why watching the news can be such an unhealthy behavior...
2020-09-081h 00The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralAn Apology, Being Sensitive And Why Everyone's RightAre people more interested in seeking affirmation than seeking new information? Since everyone seemingly has an opinion on almost everything, have we created a world where people are less curious in finding the truth? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I begin the show by offering an apology, or at least an explanation as to why I became so fascinated by Covid-19. I actually think our cultural response to the virus can be attributed to the power of fear and the media and our culture's obsession with social media. I talk about a wonderful conversation Ellen Page had with Marc...
2020-09-0647 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralSesa O' Connor
With the influx of technology and constant distractions, are people less connected with their true selves? Has our culture forgotten the intrinsic value of sitting still? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I'm excited to welcome the wonderful Sesa O' Connor to the show. Sesa is a yoga teacher currently living in Wilmington, NC where she teaches yoga and meditation at Yoga Salt. I met Sesa almost five years ago when I took a teacher training at Yoga Salt in Los Angeles and I was instantly drawn to her warm and heartfelt energy, her sense of humor and encouraging attitude. Se...
2020-08-311h 01The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralDarin Campbell (Visit #2)
Is social media a real community? Does it satisfy the needs we have as human beings for connection? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I am thrilled to welcome my college friend, Darin Campbell back to the show. Darin is a dad, a husband and the founder of Media Hive Marketing and he is currently living in Austin, Texas. We have an insightful talk about the powerful influx of cultural and political agendas that are currently happening. We talk about the issue of perpetual fear and how the media is doing whatever they can to get people to stay home...
2020-08-2854 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralArtistic Value And Spotify's Devaluing Of Music
How are streaming services impacting the way art is being created? Are they creating a world where people more concerned with quantity than quality? And what about Spotify's paltry .003 cent pay-out per stream. Is that impacting the way music is being made? Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I felt compelled to talk about why I've decided to create a Patreon subscription and community for my podcast and other creative endeavors. I certainly see the inherent value of Netflix for consumers, but how are streaming services impacting the way art is being created? Is the craft of artistry gone o...
2020-08-2413 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralElijah ThomsonWill live music ever be the same? Will we ever fully grasp the impact Spotify has had on the music industry? Live shows have the power to lift and transcend the human spirit and as my next guest says, "I can't wait for the shows once the pandemic is over because they're going to be amazing." Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I am excited to welcome bass player, mixer and producer, Elijah Thomson to the show. Elijah is probably best known for being the bassist for the rock band, Everest, which is one of my favorite bands as well...
2020-08-181h 02The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralUnintended Consequences And The NBA Sure Looks BizarreEvery Saturday morning, I go for a bike ride down to Manhattan Beach and I'm always stuck by the bizarre behavior of human beings. People walking the wrong direction, people using scooters and mopeds on a bike-only path, people not paying attention to their surroundings. Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I talk about the rising narcissistic and selfish behavior of our culture and how social media perpetuates and rewards this type of behavior. And now with Covid-19, the fear promulgated by the media and the pervading survival of the fittest component, it feels like people have no choice but t...
2020-08-0928 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralThe Stevenson Ranch DavidiansIs social media perpetuating more good or evil in the world? Is it a good idea that anyone can go online and say pretty much whatever they want and is anyone truly listening anymore? Today on the Spiritual Spiral podcast, I am thrilled to welcome Dwayne Seagraves, the lead singer, writer and founder of the band, The Stevenson Ranch Davidians. All the music on today's episode is from the band and while I handpicked some of my favorite songs, I'm stoked to say the last song you'll hear, Brothers & Sisters, is a brand new song getting it's premiere on...
2020-08-041h 10The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralMask Par-tayAs the Covid-19 "crisis" continues to overwhelm news sites and social media, I continue to sense something bigger is going on underneath the surface that is ultimately driving the story. Despite a death rate of approximately .03 percent of Americans who have been diagnosed with Covid-19, the United States is a shell of what it was before the lockdown. Beyond the economic and unemployment fallout, people look terrified, full of anxiety, suicide and drug addiction are on the rise and I wonder if people will ever comfortably congregate with one another again. I also talk about the ridiculousness of "the...
2020-08-0233 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralGeographerToday on the Spiritual Spiral, I am thrilled to welcome singer/songwriter and producer Mike Deni to the show. Mike is the lead singer and writer for one of my favorite bands, Geographer which just released a brand new single this past week called Alibi. In fact, all the music you hear on today's episode is from Geographer and I'm positive after listening to Mike's beautiful vocals and catchy and thoughtful songs, you'll hear why I am such a huge fan of his band. You can also watch Geographer perform every Monday evening at 6 PM PST on Instagram where...
2020-07-281h 14The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralToniann MonacoToday on the Spiritual Spiral, I am positive you're going to laugh out loud while listening to the fun conversation I had with my friend and LA based yoga teacher, Toniann Monaco. Something I've always loved about Toniann is how she never holds anything back and tells it like it is. I met Toniann almost five years ago during our yoga teacher training program and she is currently a teacher at Sweat Yoga in Playa Vista and she also teaches classes online on Instagram and on Zoom. Toniann and I touch on a myriad of topics starting with the...
2020-07-211h 14The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralBeyond Your BubbleIt's more comfortable to believe you always have the answer. It's more comforting to trust the media and trust that they're telling us the truth. It's probably easier and safer to live inside a little bubble you've created but it's starting to feel like we live in a world where people are incable of looking past the obvious. Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I talk about looking beyond what's directly in front of you. It's easy to see Covid-19 as the greatest impediment in our culture, but can we look beyond that? What if I told you 375,000 people die...
2020-07-2032 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralA TikTok Freakout and LabelsImagine living in a world where depression, alcoholism and suicide don't matter anymore. Imagine living in a world where a dental hygienist wears full body protective gear when she goes to work. Imagine a world where kids are having panic attacks because TikTok may be banned. Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I talk about the impact of Covid-19 and social media on people's day to day lives and I wonder if life will ever look the same. I also try and explain why I have issues when the media and our culture throw out blanket statements which are meant...
2020-07-1435 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralIs it Your Choice and Our Version of Chernobyl?Are we ever truly making our own decisions? Is social media, the media and the government influencing us and making decisions for us? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I wonder if we're ever capable of objectively making our own decisions? I talk about the power of fear and guilt and how the media and social media are using these two powerful emotions to get people to stay home and wear a mask. I also read an excerpt from a powerful book called Voices From Chernobyl and I think to myself, is the government being honest about what's really going...
2020-07-1222 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralFe BurkleyDo you ever walk by a stranger and feel their energy? Do you ever hear a voice inside of your head that gives you a warning or tells you everything is going to be okay? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I am stoked to welcome my friend Fe Burkley to the show. I met Fe almost five years and right away I was instantly drawn to her uplifting energy and smile. Fe is a healer who specializes in reiki, acupuncture and Chinese medicine and I am positive you'll feel more energized after you listen to our chat. Fe and...
2020-07-0156 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralHelp Ryan Murphy And A Photo OpToday on the Spiritual Spiral, I have a lot of interesting topics I felt inspired to talk about. I first discuss a fantastic article in LA Magazine where the writer wonders if Netflix should ask Ryan Murphy for their money back. Instagram and social media are creating a world where story, character and depth doesn't matter as long as everyone "looks good" and I can't help but think how pathetic that trend is for the movie and TV industry. I continue to question the narrative surrounding the coronavirus and I get frustrated by how seemingly no other health condition...
2020-06-2643 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralJake Reed (Visit #2)Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I am thrilled to welcome musician, drummer and producer Jake Reed back to the show. Jake has been the drummer for some of the new music I am currently working on and when he told me he had a new record coming out, I wanted to have him back on the podcast. The record is called Reed Between the Lines and it's available on all streaming platforms but you can also visit his website by clicking HERE and pick up a vinyl copy or a CD. The album is part rock and part jazz an...
2020-06-2239 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralOlivier Ozoux (Visit #2)Are there too many cameras? Is there too much at stake by going "live" without a script? Is the chaos enveloping the world only going to get worse? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I am stoked to welcome my friend Olivier Ozoux back to the show. Olivier is an incredibly thoughtful and talented musician, producer and videographer and I definitely suggest you check out his super cool YouTube channel by clicking HERE. All the music you hear on today's episode was performed and written by Olivier and this was the FIRST episode of the podcast that I recorded live...
2020-06-161h 04The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralPejman RoozbehDoes craft or musicianship matter anymore? Are the most "successful" artists the ones who can navigate and toggle between artistry and social media? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I am thrilled to welcome Los Angeles based musician/producer and friend, Pejman Roozbeh, to the show. Pejman's stage/artist name is Funk Fiction where he produces and blends 80's, disco, funk and fusion all into a unique musical style that is fresh and super cool. I spent the weekend listening to his catalog of music and I was instantly hooked. Pejman just released a new record called Dystopian Waters which i...
2020-06-091h 11The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralWho's Controlling Your NarrativeWho is controlling the narrative in your life? The media? Social media? Are you able to navigate your life with very few distractions? And in a world where cameras are seemingly rolling in every direction, can people ever reconcile that human beings are inherently complicated AF? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I am obviously disheartened and troubled by the direction our country is headed. We need to live in a world with less racism and less police brutality. I crave a world of equality where everyone has the same innate freedoms but I also want a world where people...
2020-06-0631 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralSay Good-Bye To Context and Even Ryan Murphy Is Doing ItThere is less talking. More texting and DM's. Less listening with more people shouting and everyone has their phone out with the camera always rolling. It's a crazy and often toxic world we live in and it seems to make less sense every single day. Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I felt inspired to talk about what happened yesterday in Central Park with Amy and Christian Cooper. Of course Amy overreacted and was glaringly idiotic and racist when she shouted and called the cops. But I can't help but want to look at the situation from a different...
2020-05-2826 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralThe Problem with #IDGAF And Not Paying For ArtWhile riding my bike this past weekend, a car started to swerve towards me and almost hit me. When I approached the car at the red light and looked inside, sure enough, the driver was staring down at her phone. I yelled out to the woman, "Stop staring at your phone!" to which she replied just as emphatically, "NO!" And there lies the problem, she doesn't #GAF. We live in a world where people just don't give AF about anyone but themselves. Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I talk about the consequences of living in a world where people...
2020-05-2621 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralAre You Valued And Awake?I often wonder if anyone really cares about what you and I are doing. I mean sure, in the moment, it may appear like people "care" when we get a text or someone leaves a comment on a FB post. There's a certain rhythm in our day to day lives, but are we all just fragments in space? Even Kobe Bryant, one of the greatest athletes of all time, shocked us all by tragically passing away earlier this year. Now that a few months have passed and we're caught up in Covid-19, does anyone really care anymore? Today on...
2020-05-2125 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralMissy Kai HoffmanAbout three weeks ago, I read a post on Facebook from my next guest about the impact the pandemic is having on the yoga industry. She shared some honest and insightful words and I immediately felt inspired to ask her to talk on my show. Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I am excited to welcome Missy Kai Hoffman. Missy has over 2,000 hours of extensive training in yoga, FRA and FRC, massage therapy, pranayama, anatomy, physiology and she is the founder of The Body Intuitive where she strives to take a more personal and holistic approach when treating her...
2020-05-1954 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralDuped and Why The Doc Has To StopIs the coronavirus proving there's simply an onslaught of just too much information? Everyone has an opinion, opinions constantly change, no one is listening and even Dr. Fauci is changing his stance on whether we should wear masks. Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I talk about my utter disdain for Dr. Fauci and how he needs to do us all a favor and just stop talking. Will Los Angeles ever resemble the amazing city it once was? I read an excerpt from a fantastic article in this week's LA Magazine called, Los Angeles As We Knew It is History. I...
2020-05-1625 min
The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralExperts, Know-It-Alls And Your Immune SystemDo you listen to experts anymore? Do you listen more carefully when an expert is speaking? It almost feels like when you go on to Facebook, everyone thinks of themselves as an expert. Maybe we simply live in a world full of know-it-alls. Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I talk about the diminishing returns that come from being an expert and I share thoughts about a recent article from PBS about valuing expert opinions. I also share thoughts about my worries surrounding human to human interaction. Will people feel comfortable giving handshakes or hugs anymore? Is the world a...
2020-05-1329 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralLaurie Cohen PetersDo you see the Fox News logo and immediately jump to conclusions? When you see a story in the New York Times, have you already made a judgement about the article before reading it? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I am excited to welcome Health Freedom Advocate, Laurie Cohen Peters to the show. Laurie is involved in sustainable agriculture and she has worked with the Non GMO movement. She also started her own non-profit to support sustainable farmers. I first found out about Laurie just a couple weeks ago when a mutual friend suggested I should follow her on...
2020-05-0850 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralCarmen RizzoMaybe the most important trait or quality of a "successful" artist is knowing how to pivot and evolve with the times. Maybe for an artist, it's no longer about sales but simply about being heard and getting people's attention. Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I am excited to welcome producer, mixer, DJ and my friend Carmen Rizzo to the show. Carmen has worked with well-known artists including Alanis Morissette, Coldplay, Seal, Paul Oakenfeld and he has a new single out now called “Flow” featuring Vanraj Shastri. Carmen and I talk about the importance of pivoting, being open to chang...
2020-05-0458 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralFirst Dopamine And Now Fear"You figure out what someone's scared of... you can get him to do pretty much anything." It's a powerful line from Michael Shannon in the first episode of WACO. It feels like the world wants everyone to be scared to go outside. The world, the media, corporations and even governments benefit if people live in fear. Facebook and Netflix certainly benefit if people stay home all day. Will people feel comfortable going outside anymore? Will handshakes and hugs simply be a thing of the past? Should people have been wearing masks all along? Today on the Spritual Spiral, I s...
2020-04-2734 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralTodd BeesonIs anyone truly listening anymore? Can you question what's happening without being called a hater or a conspiracy theorist? It's widely believed that 5G first rolled out in Wuhan so it is just a coincidence that this virus began in Wuhan? Is Facebook merely creating more chaos as it amplifies all of the misinformation we read every single day? Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I am excited to welcome musician/producer and artist Todd Beeson to the show. Last week, I was drawn to a "conversation" Todd was having on Facebook which ultimately turned into Todd being name-called...
2020-04-2450 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralJen WiderstromWhat inspires you and gets you to stop scrolling or stop watching Netflix all day? Can discipline and motivation be taught or is it hardwired in people's DNA? I am thrilled to welcome author, coach, personal trainer and my friend Jen Widerstrom to the Spiritual Spiral Podcast. Jen is probably best known for being one of the trainers on the Biggest Loser or maybe you know her as Phoenix from the American Gladiators. I met Jen almost 12 years ago when she was starting out as a personal trainer working at Pulse Fitness Studio in Van Nuys, CA. Jen and...
2020-04-211h 15The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralDavid De SolaWhen I was growing up, i was obsessed with Soundgarden, Nirvana, Pearl Jam and of course, Alice in Chains. I saw Alice in Chains opening up for Van Halen and I was immediately in awe. The drums and guitars, the melodies and soaring harmonies coupled with Layne's powerful voice left me mesmerized. The Seattle grunge scene was also one of the reasons why I picked up the guitar and started writing my own songs. Suffice to say, I am thrilled to welcome author David De Sola to the podcast and talk about his amazing book, Alice in Chains : The...
2020-04-1744 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralSteak Umm, No DMs And This Can't Be NormalInstead of trying to find answers or get facts, people are numbing out and scrolling. Sending DMs on Facebook. The world is literally spending a record amount of time on social media. Meanwhile, very few people are even questioning the government or whoever is behind the draconian response as Americans are forced to stay home. No one can leave their house and the government is even asking people to report fellow citizens for breaking the "rules." It sounds like a science fiction movie. Is anyone questioning what's happening? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I continue to examine the dystopian...
2020-04-1432 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralAdam Mesnick (Visit #2)Can the restaurant industry possibly survive another month - long lockdown? Every single day, we see a running count of new deaths from the coronavirus, but what about the emotional and long run societal effects from a complete shut down. Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I am happy to welcome back Adam Mesnick to the show. Adam is the owner of Deli Board, a lunch only sandwich shop based in San Francisco. I've been a firm believer that America's shut down is going to have a much graver impact on society than the actual virus. I wanted to h...
2020-04-1134 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralChris WebsterIs there anything that can stop the mad rush of content being made specifically for cell phones? With Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney, Apple Plus and now Quibi, we have more quantity of shows but is there actually more quality? Will movie theaters ultimately be a thing of the past? Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I am thrilled to welcome actor/writer Chris Webster to the show. I met Chris about 18 months ago when he started taking my yoga classes. We always spoke after class and I was struck by Chris' intellect, passion for the arts and his curiosity t...
2020-04-071h 07The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralAnxiety, No Hugs And Get A Second OpinionI think back to when I was diagnosed with a major health condition. I've certainly had my share - skin cancer, arthritis, gall bladder surgery, ulcers and anxiety. After my original diagnosis, it was always suggested I should get a second expert opinion to confirm the diagnosis. That always seemed logical and sensible however it feels like we now live in a day and age where second opinions don't matter as much anymore. Unless it merely reinforces what you already think or want to hear, people seem less tolerant than ever to hear a "second opinion." Today on the...
2020-04-0533 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralYancey StricklerI think one of the greatest issues we face as human beings is cultivating more self-awareness. Being in touch with who you truly are as an individual with acceptance, yet with social media and the copious amounts of distractions we face, it may be harder than ever to achieve that goal. Bentoism is meant to help us combat the noisy and chaotic world in order to achieve more clarity and live life on a higher frequency. "Bentoism is a guide to self-coherence." On today's episode of the Spiritual Spiral, I am thrilled to welcome author and entrepreneur Yancey Strickler...
2020-03-3158 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralDr. Gerald Minniti (Visit #2)You probably know by now how I may have the tendency to question what's been happening lately with our culture. The way our society simply embraces technology and social media as these wonderfully positive additions to our lives when in fact they may be creating more harm than good. I'm also slightly perplexed by the way our country has pretty much completely shut down thanks to Covid-19. Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I welcome my friend, Beverly Hills based plastic surgeon, Dr. Gerald Minniti back to the show. I wanted to hear how the Covid -19 virus has impacted...
2020-03-2632 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralShut Down And The Strange ConnectionYou can't just tell Californians to stay home. That's impossible. Or it's not possible without some sort of a realistic plan. How about the government also closes banks and puts a freeze on all bill payments while the government tries to find a more reasonable solution? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I talk about the government's feeble attempt to grab a handle on the Covid-19 situation. Over ninety percent of the population lives paycheck to paycheck. Millions of people have two jobs, work in the food and beverage and ride-sharing industry. What about small business owners, yoga teachers or...
2020-03-2514 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralMore Tech Addiction, Domino's Is Hiring And A Measly 99 PercentThe world may never be the same. We are out of control so to try and gain some semblance of normalcy, we have no choice but to rely even more heavily on technology. Zoom, FaceTime, Instagram and YouTube. Our lives literally depend on technology more than ever before and with some thick irony, it feels like tech companies are the only ones benefitting from this crisis. Oh, and Domino's too. Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I talk about Amazon, Domino's Pizza and I wonder if we can ever get out of this mess? My show originated out of my...
2020-03-2436 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralRachael HolowayWell, this is a great talk. The day I recorded this conversation, I felt a sense of anxiety growing inside my body. It was the day after Los Angeles was placed on a virtual lock down, but it's incredible what a face to face conversation can do for my state of mind. Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I am stoked to welcome actress, stuntwoman, personal trainer and all around bad-ass, Rachael Holoway to the show. I met Rachael almost two years ago at Training Mate which is hands down my favorite workout facility in Los Angeles. In the midst...
2020-03-2135 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralDr. Damon RaskinWith the coronavirus in full swing seemingly impacting our culture in every imaginable way, I want to try and bring some nuance and thoughtful perspective surrounding Covid-19. I throughly enjoyed the talk I had last night with Internal Medicine physician Dr. Damon Raskin. Dr. Raskin is based in the Pacific Palisades and today on the Spiritual Spiral, you'll hear firsthand how the coronavirus is impacting his life and his practice. Did he ever imagine anything like this would be a part of his day to day life? How is he coping and how are his children dealing with this...
2020-03-1920 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralMarc Mulcahey And It's Time For A ResetWith this huge cultural shift in how we're living our day to day lives, maybe it's time for some self reflection and a reset. If nothing else, maybe this crises will help us reprioritize our lives and remind us of what's truly important. Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I welcome my friend Marc Mulcahey back to the show. I wanted to check in with Marc and see how he's handling this situation and the call for isolation. We talk about the millennial generation and how they may not be taking this situation as seriously as they should be. Marc w...
2020-03-1831 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralMister Rogers' Neighborhood And The Value Of Being SeenWhat do you do or where do you turn to feel human? What do you need to feel seen and important? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I continue to discuss my personal struggle surrounding the ongoing Coronavirus outbreak. It seems as each day passes, the anxiety and questions swirling around inside my head are only growing stronger. I'm trying to stay positive and find the silver lining but each day, it feels like there's just more bad news. I taught a yoga class last night right before the city of LA mandated a citywide gym closure. I talk about...
2020-03-1721 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralThe Unsettling Reality Of Not Being In ControlAre we ever really in control of our lives? As hard as we try to micromanage every facet of our life, maybe this pandemic is a harsh truth that we're never really in control. Like most of you, I do as much as I can to try and stay healthy and give myself a sense of control, but are any of us really in the driver's seat? Is mother nature the great equalizer and a reminder of just how fragile and unpredictable life really is? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I continue to ponder and discuss the Covid-19 pandemic...
2020-03-1520 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralWhat Sounds Scarier Than A Cold?Coronavirus. Disease. Pandemic. These haunting words combined with the 24 Hour news coverage and social media is creating more tension every single day as we prepare for the supposed impending doom of American culture. When I went to Trader Joe's today, it felt like people were preparing for the end of the world. Is an apocalypse coming or are we all just being manipulated by the media? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I continue to try and sort out the mess created by the media, the government and the coronavirus. Does anyone even know the common cold is considered a...
2020-03-1428 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralThe Potential Overreaction40,000 people die each year from car accidents across America. 80,000 people died in the United States in 2018 from the flu. Over one million people die each year with complications stemming from diabetes. What if the media spent all day reporting new cases of the flu or every time someone died from a car crash? Would our culture react similarly to how we're responding to the coronavirus? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I can't help but wonder if this is all just a huge overreaction? Is the media jumping all over this story to try and freak us all out and...
2020-03-1127 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralAndy HarrisEpisode 100! I can't believe it but we've officially made it to episode 100. Thank you so much for the continued support throughout this journey and what better way to celebrate this milestone than to have an incredible conversation with actor, writer and director Andy Harris. I met Andy about a year ago and I was always impressed with his positive energy and sense of humor and after finding out he was an actor, I had to ask him to join me on the show. Andy is originally from Louisiana and after graduating from LSU, Andy moved to New York to...
2020-03-091h 24The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralSpike Lee And The CircleI just returned home from a six day vacation in Mexico City and Tulum and I find myself inevitably losing a little bit of faith in mankind. Everywhere I turn, people seem to be freaking out over the coronavirus and most of us still have no idea if any of the information we're receiving is actually true. Even if an epidemic doesn't occur which I still believe will be the case, it feels like the media doesn't care about truth or facts but simply wants to create mass chaos and cultural anxiety. Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I try...
2020-03-0532 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralWriting A Book, Trump's Idiotic "Parasite" Comment and CommunicationTexting, DMs, Email. So many methods to communicate with one another but are there just too many options? Is there proper etiquette to the way we should communicate and does anyone talk on the phone anymore? Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I am struck by the way communication has evolved and it’s surprising how people/friends of mine often don’t even respond to me. Are you like that? Does someone text or email you and you just don’t respond? Is that the new normal? I also talk about the sheer joy of finally finishing the latest...
2020-02-2431 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralSasha NicholsWhat is rule number one when it comes to a public yoga class? If you sweat all over your neighbor's mat, then you grab a towel and wipe up. Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I welcome my friend Sasha Nichols to the show. Sasha was next to me in class when the guy behind me sweat all over my mat so I start off by asking Sasha if I was rude to ask someone to "wipe up." We hear Sasha's perspective on my take on "yoga rules" and he talks about the "yoga high" and why he loves...
2020-02-221h 18The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralDarin CampbellIs it possible to have faith in God or a higher power when almost every single day something tragic seems to happen? Despite the chaos of life, what gives you faith that everything will be okay? Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I felt it was an appropriate time to speak with my college friend Darin Campbell. Darin is a father and husband, a devoted Christian and he was also a huge Kobe Bryant fan. I wanted to hear Darin's perspective on the tragic death of Kobe and I wonder if an athlete's personal life even matters as long...
2020-02-151h 04The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralEvan BeigelWhere do you find meaning in your day to day life? What gives you purpose and in a world that sometimes feels more confusing and dystopian than ever, what gives you faith that everything will be okay? Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I welcome musician, composer, husband, father and my friend Evan Beigel to the show. I met Evan almost twenty years ago when we spent a lot of time recording and making music together. In that time, we spent hours in the studio deep in the creative process but we also spent a lot of time watching...
2020-02-071h 56The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralThe Complexity Of Kobe And The Value Of GatekeepersIs anyone simply good or bad? Can anyone actually be complicated? It feels as though we live in a world where people can only be good or bad and the potential to fully grasp the complexity of a human being is slipping away. Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I begin to turn the direction of the show beyond just the impact of technology. Of course, the show will always have a technology driven focus, but I want to dive deeper and talk about the complexity and fragility of life. I still can't get Kobe Bryant's tragic and sudden death...
2020-02-0332 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralIssa Rae's Little Jab, Values And A Little #MetooThe Academy Award nominations came out last week and not one female director was nominated. After reading off the nominees, Issa Rae said, "Congratulations to all those men." So if a woman isn't nominated each year, then is the Academy just being sexist? Today on the Spiritual Spiral, I welcome my friend and actor Polly Humphreys to the show. We talk about the challenges women face in Hollywood trying to receive the same recognition as men. We talk about Issa Rae's comments and I wonder if her comments can actually cause change or was it it just bad timing...
2020-01-2849 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralKobe's Tragedy And The Magic Before SunriseI'll never forget where I was when I found out Kurt Cobain killed himself. I was driving through Topanga Canyon when my roommate called and told me the horrific news. Today is going to be another one of those kind of days where you'll probably never forget the moment when you heard the news that Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash. I certainly am no expert on how to deal with grief and tragedy, but today on the Spiritual Spiral I felt inspired to share a few thoughts about the tragic passing of one of the all time...
2020-01-2719 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralThanks Dolly Parton For Today's Cultural DowngradeHow is it that Instagram can enrapture everyone so easily? Dolly Parton drops a photo on Instagram and within hours it seems everyone in America is on Instagram posting a silly photo. It makes no sense but in a world where our culture seems to be so easily manipulated by technology, I guess nothing should surprise me. Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I share my frustrations about a new trend happening on Instagram and it's all because of a seemingly innocent post from Dolly Parton. Ellen and Oprah shared their version and while it seems like this trend...
2020-01-2619 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralShark GrebeniukToday I am thrilled to welcome Shark Grebeniuk to the Spiritual Spiral Podcast. Where do I even begin when it comes to Shark's incredible story? Shark is one of those rare guys who at the young age of twenty eight has seemingly already been through it all. He was born in the Ukraine where his parents were almost murdered by terrorists. He has been a world class athlete from the age of seven. He was a collegiate swimmer, a boxer, a personal trainer yet despite all the success and a life devoted to fitness, Shark has also dealt with...
2020-01-141h 22The Downward Facing Spiritual Spiral#Santamonicaproblems And Playing The GameWhy do we care so much about what actors think? Why do we look up to them when we have no idea who they really are? In Succession, Brian Cox's character says that "everyone is playing a game." Are the most successful people in the world simply the best actors playing the game? Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I talk about the Golden Globes and this concept of playing the game. Is everyone simply just using Instagram to play the game and how do we even know what's real and what isn't anymore? I discuss an Instagram page c...
2020-01-0831 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralCriticism, A "Braintrust" And Do You Feel Like You Have ToToday on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I share a few more thoughts about the importance of being critical. Don't be insensitive or cantankerous but I do believe there is a high value in finding a group of friends who can be critical and honest with you when you need them to be. I read an excerpt from a book I'm reading by Ed Catmull called Creativity Inc. Ed is the President of Pixar Inc. and in his amazing book he talks about the value of constructive criticism and creating your own "braintrust." I talk about HBO and why I b...
2020-01-0524 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralLo SantosThe uber talented dancer extraordinaire Lo Santos joins me today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast. I met Lo about two years ago when she was teaching at LIT Method, a low intensity workout facility I used to attend quite regularly. Right away I was blown away by Lo's contagious and positive energy and I could instantly tell by the way she moved and danced around the room that she was an incredible dancer. Lo is originally from Guam so we talk about her upbringing, what it was like growing up on a small island in the middle of seemingly...
2019-12-311h 38The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralIt's Okay To CriticizeSocial Media has created a world where people are scared to criticize anything. You'll be called a hater or you're just being negative. Maybe being critical is actually a good thing. Maybe critical thinking will actually make the world better. The world wants you to accept everything as is and just stare at your phone, scroll all day long and do nothing but post pretty little pictures all day and if you ever question what's going on, then there must be something wrong with you. Well that's what the world wants you to think. Technology is making people behave...
2019-12-2232 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralInstagram Can Make Anyone Feel Like A CelebrityI get the sense Instagram has become exceedingly popular because it can turn anyone into a celebrity. Or rather, it possesses all the tools needed to make someone feel like they're living the life of a "celebrity." It's like your very own paparazzi, make-up artist, PR agent and TV show all wrapped in one seductive platform. Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I talk about this concept of why Instagram has become so popular. I also dive in and talk about a recent episode of the Ezra Klein Show where Ezra sits down and talks with one of my...
2019-12-1439 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralCalvin Corzine and Paul TeodoSuper stoked to welcome not only two guys I can call my friends, but they're also two really wonderful yoga teachers. Los Angeles and Bali based yoga teachers Calvin Corzine and Paul Teodo join me today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast. Paul was in town for just a day before flying to Arizona and since Calvin and Paul used to be roommates, I thought it would be cool to create a sort of roundtable discussion and talk about the current state of yoga. Should yoga be considered a fitness modality or looked at as a practice that can provide...
2019-12-101h 24The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralJon MattoxLA based Composer/Producer and Drummer Jon Mattox joins me today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast. Jon may be best known in LA as a film composer writing and creating music for numerous TV shows, video games and commercials, but he is also an incredibly talented studio drummer. Jon shares stories about his upbringing, how music played such a vital role in his life and what drew him to become a drummer in the first place. He talks about transitioning from touring with The Young Dubliners to building a home studio, becoming a studio based drummer as well as...
2019-12-031h 22The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralEzra, Coldplay and Being Reduced to a DittyIs the world being reduced to a ditty? We text, DM, and we're limited by a certain amount of characters on Twitter. We can post a sixty second video on Instagram. How much time do you have to get someone's attention? We can only "like" a post. We can comment but how long do we have to wait until someone responds to our comment? Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I talk about how tech is impacting the creative process. I wonder if we're being reduced to a fragment of our fullest potential thanks to social media. I talk...
2019-11-2828 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralPolly HumphreysActor/writer Polly Humphreys joins me today on the Downward Facing Spiritual Spiral Podcast. Polly is a good friend of mine and as an actor in Los Angeles, she also has strong opinions regarding Netflix and the impact it may be having on our culture. Polly and I talk about Martin Scorsese and his New York Times opinion piece regarding Marvel films and why the art of cinema may be a lost art. We also talk about Netflix and if the streaming service is having a good or bad effect on the movie industry. If you dig the show, p...
2019-11-2344 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralPassively Numb And The Netflix Effect On CinemaThe biggest hurdle movie theaters and entertainers have these days is getting people out of the house. Are we lazy by nature? Do humans simply love the convenience of being spoon fed easy to digest information while staying home? Are subscription services a good thing or merely ruining originality and human's ability to create something different? Is technology making you passive or active? Today on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I talk about this concept of living in a day and age where we have access to too much information. There are too many TV shows, too many subscription services...
2019-11-1627 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralInstagram Doesn't Care About Your Mental HealthToday on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I felt inspired to briefly talk about the toxic and destructive nature behind tech and especially Instagram. Yesterday, Instagram announced this coming week they're going to experiment with hiding the number of "likes" on profile posts in America, so I felt inspired to talk about Instagram's true intent behind this idea of "hiding likes." The CEO says they're doing it because they care about user's mental health but do you really believe that? i certainly don't. Instagram cares about making money and keeping you addicted to their platform. I also talk about some...
2019-11-1017 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralDavid GauméMusic Mixer and Audio Engineer David Gaumé joins me on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast. David has spent the last few years on the road working as the front of house audio engineer for some incredibly successful and well-known bands including Garbage, Failure, Local Natives, Fleet Foxes and one of my favorite bands, Other Lives. David is originally from Kansas City and from a very young age, whether performing in bands or working behind the scenes as a tour manager and engineer, he has always had a love for music. He currently lives in Los Angeles and we talk about t...
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The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralPhantasmagoria, Parasite, Ellen And The Complexity Of A TweetToday on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I felt inspired to touch on numerous different topics including this idea of living in a phantasmagorian world where there is so much chaos, we don't know what is real or fake anymore. California is burning up engulfed in flames, New York City is overwhelmed with traffic thanks to Amazon, Ellen Degeneres has to run to Twitter to explain why she's friends with George W. Bush, Daryl Morey's tweet may cost the NBA millions of dollars and the hypocrisy of Lebron James. I also talk about this incredible new movie called Parasite and h...
2019-10-3135 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralSocial Media is "Artificial Sweetener"Today on The Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I felt inspired to record a quick episode after listening to a podcast where Marc Maron is speaking with Edward Norton. Most of the interview is pretty insightful and I recommend you take a listen to the show but I was really struck by Edward's thoughts regarding the impact of social media. He refers to social media as "artificial sweetener." I play a clip from the show and I also talk about this idea of how sharing is no longer about caring. If you dig the show, please share it with your friends...
2019-10-2913 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralJulie ScottAuthor/Life Coach Julie Scott joins me today on The Spiritual Spiral Podcast. I met Julie about seven years ago in a yoga class in Santa Monica where I was introduced to her by a mutual friend. Right away I was impressed by her friendly demeanor and her positive and contagious energy. Julie was born in New York but she has spent the last 35 years of her life in Southern California where she resides in the Palm Springs area. She is currently a Life Coach and she just finished writing her first book called This Time It's About You...
2019-10-241h 13The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralNew York, Loneliness And The Sound InsideI just returned from a quick vacation back in Ohio and New York visiting my family so today on The Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I felt inspired to share stories and thoughts from my trip and talk about the puzzling behavior I witnessed while I was away. Whether it's passengers on an airplane looking at Instagram during take off, people staring at their phones while working out at the gym, chefs looking at their phones while cooking, or people walking into each other on the streets of New York, I talk about these cultural trends and wonder if anything can...
2019-10-1835 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralStevie FinedoreToday I'm stoked to welcome yoga teacher/model Stevie Finedore to The Spiritual Spiral Podcast. Stevie currently teaches yoga at Alo Yoga in Beverly Hills and she is also the founder of The Limitless Society, a community that offers connection, growth, physicality and inspiration. Stevie is originally from Chicago and while she currently specializes in yoga, yoga sculpt and boxing, her first passion from a young age was dance and ballet. She eventually moved to New York to pursue modeling and after a visit to Coachella a few years back, Stevie packed her bags and moved to Los Angeles...
2019-10-1057 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralMikey BuddSinger/Hip-Hop Artist and yoga teacher Mikey Budd joins me this week on The Spiritual Spiral Podcast. I met Mikey about a year ago when I took one of his yoga classes at Playlist in West Hollywood. He has intoxicating energy, a unique ability to connect with his students and he's also an incredible Hip Hop Artist. He's released a few singles this year and plans on releasing a new mix tape this coming month on Spotify and iTunes. Mikey and I sit down and talk about music, who some of his influences are, his early days as an...
2019-10-0759 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralDiana Coconubo (Visit #2)Diana Coconubo joins me once again on The Spiritual Spiral Podcast. It's been almost a year since I had Diana on the show so I was obviously thrilled to welcome her back and talk about life, tech and creativity. On a side note, if you haven't listened to my first conversation with Diana, I definitely suggest you go back and check it out because she's hysterical and she was my very first guest on the podcast. I invited Diana back, not only because she's a friend of mine and she's super funny, but I wanted to check in and...
2019-09-301h 04The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralMeredith Fogg LiebrossToday on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I am super excited to welcome Meredith Fogg Liebross to the show. I met Meredith maybe five or six years ago at a video taping for an online yoga class. Instantly I was impressed by her intellect and sense of humor, her relaxed low-key attitude as well as her passion for yoga. Meredith has completed over one thousand hours of teacher training with some of the most notable yoga teachers in America. She's studied with Many Ezraty, Annie Carpenter and she has taught yoga all over Los Angeles. She is currently on a...
2019-09-241h 22The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralThe Obsession With AttentionToday on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I felt inspired to talk about our culture's obsession with attention. Why are people so wrapped up with getting more attention seemingly all the time? Did Instagram create this craze or has it always been here? When you see people posting non stop selfies on Instagram, do you see the insecurity permeating off your phone? Do you see authentic behavior or someone who is screaming for attention? I share a story about a woman I saw at the pool today and I wonder if she was there to exercise or merely to capture...
2019-09-2218 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralTamal DodgeI am thrilled to welcome the owner and founder of Yoga Salt LA and Yoga Salt Wilmington, Tamal Dodge to The Spiritual Spiral Podcast. Tamal grew up living in an ashram in Hawaii and it was here where he learned firsthand from his father about yoga, the physical asanas, the history of the practice and the value of living a deeply spiritual life. The moment you step into one of Tamal's classes, you instantly sense a man who is passionate about sharing his love for meditation and yoga with his students. He has been teaching yoga ever since childhood...
2019-09-161h 44The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralAdam MesnickI am thrilled to welcome the Owner of Deli Board SF, Adam Mesnick to The Spiritual Spiral Podcast. Adam is probably best known as the chef and creator of the highly recognized restaurant, Deli Board SF, which serves huge over the top and absolutely delicious sandwiches in the SOMA District of San Francisco. After graduating from college, Adam entered the mortgage banking industry but after the financial crises, Adam left the finance industry to follow his dream of owning a restaurant. His restaurant has been consistently ranked as one of the top eateries in all of San Francisco and...
2019-09-101h 09The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralIG's Invasion, Living Two Lives and StorytellingToday on The Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I continue discussing the disruption of core values at home and why I believe so much of the chaos in the world stems from Instagram and tech invading people's homes. I talk about my curiosity with the TV show Euphoria and why I believe it brilliantly captures the concept of people living "two lives." I also talk about how Instagram wants its users to believe a "story" is a fifteen second oftentimes meaningless snapshot of someone's day to day life. Instagram has watered down a "story" into drivel which is why I think...
2019-09-0922 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralA Pandemic of Disconnection (One Year Anniversary Show)Today marks the one year anniversary of The Downward Facing Spiritual Spiral Podcast so to honor this achievement, I felt inspired to record my 65th episode. I never could have imagined creating a podcast would have had such a major impact on my life but it's incredibly apparent to me that starting this show has been one of the best decisions I've ever made. Huge thanks to all my guests who have taken the time to talk with me. You have all expanded my mind and perspective and deeply inspired me. A huge thanks also to iTunes and Podbean f...
2019-09-0520 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralSean CowhigActor, writer, producer and all around wacky cool guy, Sean Cowhig joins me on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast. Originally from Boston, Sean moved out to Los Angeles to not only pursue an acting career, but to "become famous." He shares stories about his early days as an actor and why he had to choose between playing basketball and performing in a play. He talks about his love/hate relationship with alcohol and about eighteen months ago, why he decided he should probably stop drinking. He talks about IO West and Improv classes, the importance of Improv as an actor...
2019-09-041h 11The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralCalvin Corzine (Emergency Pod)Los Angeles based yoga teacher and my friend Calvin Corzine joins me for a special yoga edition "Emergency Podcast." A couple months ago, Calvin came up with the idea of posting "tub talks" where he shares his views or poses questions about various topics surrounding the yoga community. In his latest post, he asks his followers if "pretty pictures" inspire or ultimately make people feel jealous or bad about themselves. We talk about his intention behind the videos and if bringing more comments and dialogue onto a social media platform is a good or bad idea. We also discuss...
2019-08-3130 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralThe Instagram Effect on TruthToday on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I share thoughts regarding truth versus perception. There is an omnipresence of lies and false information constantly enveloping the world and I get the sense it's anybody's guess what's true or false anymore. To make matters worse, people are primarily posting falsified impressions of their lives on Instagram, which means the line between truth and the perception of truth is becoming even blurrier. It's a complicated evolution but I try and make sense of Instagram's effect on people's inability to see or share the truth. Be sure to share the podcast with friends...
2019-08-3018 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralJoe NicchiJoe Nicchi, owner of the now infamous CVT Soft Serve Food Truck joins me on the Downward Facing Spiritual Spiral Podcast. If you haven't heard the story before, over the last eight weeks, Joe's life has completely been turned upside down being featured in The LA Times, Time Magazine, Newsweek and even The Today Show. Joe was getting tired of "influencers" asking for free ice cream in exchange for "exposure" so he took a stand and ultimately decided to post a photo on Instagram telling "influencers" he charges them double. The photo quickly went viral and now Joe has...
2019-08-2655 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralDerek BeresToday on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I am thrilled to welcome the multi talented Derek Beres to the show. When it comes to introducing Derek, I don't even know where to begin because he has his hands on so many different creative pursuits and projects. First and foremost, Derek is a writer and he has already written nine books all of which can be found on Amazon and his latest book Whole Motion investigates the importance of training your brain just as much as training your body. He is a columnist for the Big Think where he writes about...
2019-08-221h 24The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralJimmy GneccoOn today's episode, I am freaking stoked to welcome the incredibly talented singer/songwriter and lead singer of the alt-rock band OURS, Jimmy Gnecco to The Spiritual Spiral Podcast. I first heard about Jimmy almost seventeen years ago when a friend of mine gave me a copy of his first record called Distorted Lullabies. From his soaring vocal range that can truly take your breath away to the powerful songwriting and lyrics, that record became one of my favorites. He is without a doubt, one of the best rock male vocalists of all time and I was so grateful...
2019-08-171h 23The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralDr. Vicki RapaportToday on the show, I'm really excited to welcome Beverly Hills and Culver City based Dermatologist, Dr. Vicki Rapaport to the Spiritual Spiral Podcast. I met Vicki almost ten years ago and I was instantly struck by her welcoming and caring personality as well as her overall warmth and professionalism. She is easily one of the most well known and highly regarded dermatologists in all of Los Angeles. She developed SKN which is her very own skincare line, she offers esthetician services and she regularly treats both medical and cosmetic cases including botox, laser procedures and microdermabrasion. Vicki went...
2019-08-1255 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralGet Out Of Your HeadToday on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast, I talk about an issue that stems from the Instagram culture and why I believe Instagram is creating a world of immense narcissism where people can't stop thinking about themselves. I play a clip from a recent interview on The Ringer between Kara Swisher and Bill Simmons and I talk about why it's so valuable to take time to get our of your own head. I also talk about why having conversations is so valuable and I discuss how Instagram isn't like all the other technology that's preceded it since it's dramatically affecting...
2019-08-1015 minThe Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralTRISHESSuper talented LA based singer/songwriter TRISHES joins me on the Spiritual Spiral Podcast this week. I read about Trish a couple months ago in the LA music blog Buzzbands and I was instantly struck by her voice, the subject matter of her lyrics and her overall creative talent. Although she was born in Boston, she spent her childhood in Trinidad until the age of 7 when she then moved to New Jersey and ultimately ended up in San Diego. We talk about her childhood and what it was like growing up in Trinidad as well as when she realized...
2019-08-051h 15The Downward Facing Spiritual SpiralEmily CohnIn episode eight of the Downward Facing Spiritual Spiral, I take my show on the road and welcome New York based filmmaker Emily Cohn to the podcast. If the last name looks familiar, it's because Emily is my cousin but I didn't invite her on the show just because she's family.
About two months ago, I was lucky to attend a screening in Los Angeles where Emily screened her first full length feature film entitled CRSHD. Emily is only 23 years old and in a day and age where most twenty-somethings seem to be spending the vast ma...
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