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The Iron Duke PodcastThe Iron Duke PodcastEpisode 108: Does Tamatha Paul have a point?All three of your favourite podcasters are back in the studio this week. Making us smile this week are the (marginally) improved education attendance stats, Nicola Willis threatening to drop the hammer on our uncompetitive supermarket duopoly and the King of Rail Winston Peters announcement regarding the Cook Strait ferries. The not so good include Trump breaking records with his approval ratings, LIBERATION DAY and Tamatha Paul’s comments about the poor old beat cops.  Once again, let us know if you are keen to come to our first LIVE PODCAST event and you may be able to w...2025-04-0439 minAmerican AlchemyAmerican AlchemyWhy The CIA Hired a Team of Psychics | Paul SmithParapsychology is a fringey field of physics that involves the study of mind over matter effects. Many elite universities had parapsychology departments in the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. At American Alchemy, we think the field is worthy of further inquiry. On this episode, we explore two of parapsychology’s most mind blowing instantiations. The first is a government psychic spy program called Stargate. I interview one of the psychic spies in the program, a guy named Paul Smith, who now teaches people to remote view. The second is a parapsychologist at Princeton named Herb Metz who studies random event generato...2024-10-0525 minAcross The CowboysAcross The CowboysAcross The Cowboys: Jesse Holley, No More Mr. Nice Guy.After a week off a week off and their Cowboys wounds almost healed, Brenden 'Fergy' Smith and Mike 'The Pig' Crum are back to breakdown and dissect some interesting comments made by former Cowboys wide receiver and content creator Jesse Holley. Jesse appeared on a podcast recently and didn't hold back when asked what he thought of star defensive end Micah Parsons. Going so far as to call the Cowboys star lazy and selfish. Was Jesse wrong for his comments or is there some truth to that? Micah and...2024-01-3149 minSFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #763 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: The City Of The Singing Flame by Clark Ashton Smith The SFFaudio Podcast #763 – The City Of The Singing Flame by Clark Ashton Smith, read by Tommy Patrick Ryan. This is a complete and unabridged reading of the book (1 hours, 30 minutes) followed by a discussion of it. Participants in the discussion include Jesse, Paul Weimer, Trish E. Matson, Connor Kaye, and Tommy Patrick Ryan Talked about on today’s today’s show: two these, Beyond The Singing Flame, it’s an onion, should Jesse have asked Tommy to record that too?, no novels, pretty famous guy for a guy with basically no novels, he’s 14 years old...2023-12-044h 06SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #760 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: The Poison Belt by Arthur Conan Doyle The SFFaudio Podcast #760 – The Poison Belt by Arthur Conan Doyle, read by Mike F. Smith (for LibriVox.org). This is a complete and unabridged reading of the book (3 hours, 17 minutes) followed by a discussion of it. Participants in the discussion include Jesse, Paul Weimer, Bryan Alexander, Trish E. Matson, and Terence Blake Talked about on today’s show: 1913, The Strand, republished, 199 pages, 3 hours and 15 minutes, what we might call a series, The Lost World, never even mention dinosaurs, does this book stand on its own, from a plot perspective, fall into the byplay, as char...2023-11-135h 26SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #759 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: Star Born by Andre Norton The SFFaudio Podcast #759 – Star Born by Andre Norton, read by Mike F. Smith (for LibriVox.org). This is a complete and unabridged reading of the book (6 hours, 34 minutes) followed by a discussion of it. Participants in the discussion include Jesse, Paul Weimer, Trish, and Alex (PulpCovers.com). Talked about on today’s show: 1957, Ace Double, H. Beam Piper’s and John J. McGuire Planet For Texans, which one would you like better, memories of H. Beam, great elements, a better book vs. more fun, action, courtroom scenes, sitting around the campire expressing philisophical opinions, too mu...2023-11-068h 16Defending The Message: Bible Teachings of William BranhamDefending The Message: Bible Teachings of William BranhamThe Passing of Billy Paul Branham and the 24+ Red Flags Coming Out of Branham TabernaclePlease contact Pastor Jesse with any questions, concerns, or testimonies at jesse.smith11@sbcglobal.net. God bless you!2023-10-2821 minThe Detox MisterThe Detox MisterBONUS: Lori Smith & Eric Rubio and Amy Stevens & Paul Smith (Snapped: Killer Couples)When a young woman is found tortured and killed after a camping trip with friends, police must unravel two couples' conflicting stories of depravity to bring her killers to justice.Season 16 Episode 02Originally aired: April 24, 2022 Watch full episodes of Killer Couples live or OnDemand for FREE on the Oxygen app: https://oxygentv.app.link/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-07-2746 minGobbledygeekGobbledygeek497 - Geek Challenge: Stick Season vs. Blood on the TracksAre you feeling “Homesick”? Are you all “Tangled Up in Blue”? Dogged by a “Simple Twist of Fate” or, perhaps, sippin’ on gin and “Orange Juice”? Then boy, do we have the Geek Challenge for you! Dipping their toes in musical waters for the first time in a while, our boys are listening to one of each other’s favorite albums. Paul has challenged Arlo to Noah Kahan’s 2022 singer-songwriter album Stick Season, and Arlo has in turn challenged Paul to Bob Dylan’s extremely singer-songwriter classic, 1975’s Blood on the Tracks. They grapple with each artist’s distinctive vocal stylings, compare the...2023-05-102h 32Defending The Message: Bible Teachings of William BranhamDefending The Message: Bible Teachings of William BranhamWHEN Will Los Angeles Sink? William Branham's Prophecy and Billy Paul's "Old Man" TestimonyPlease contact Pastor Jesse with any questions, concerns, or testimonies at jesse.smith11@sbcglobal.net. God bless you!2023-03-1815 minSFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #704 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: The Cold Equations by Tom Godwin The SFFaudio Podcast #704 – The Cold Equations by Tom Godwin; read by John Stratton This unabridged reading of the story (1 hours 2 minutes) is followed by a discussion of it. Participants in the discussion include Jesse, Paul Weimer, and Evan Lampe. Talked about on today’s show: The Cold Equations by Tom Godwin, The Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas by Ursula K. Le Guin, Jesse’s been wrong about it for years and years, an important story (but not very well written), correct the record, well written but long, very effective, everyb...2022-10-173h 31SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #693 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: Brother And Sister by Donald E. Westlake The SFFaudio Podcast #693 – Brother And Sister by Donald E. Westlake – read by Evan Lampe. This is a complete and unabridged reading of novel (3 hours 25 minutes) followed by a discussion of it. Participants include Jesse, Paul Weimer, Evan Lampe, and Trent Reynolds Talked about on today’s show: The Violent World Of Parker blog, Hard Case Crime, Call Me A Cab, a novella in Redbook, the RARA AVIS forums, Memory, many years later, when blogs died, Google murdered blogs, search blogs, authoritative sources, Redbook magazine, [1979], a new coffee maker and Hard Case Crime, sitting around readin...2022-08-015h 31Public Power UndergroundPublic Power UndergroundBONUS EPISODE: electric utility enthusiast trifecta with Debra SmithDebra Smith, the General Manager and Chief Executive Officer for Seattle City Light, joined the Karen, Matt, and Paul for a special bonus discussion about the electric utility enthusiast trifecta: Electrification, Markets, and People. We also get some jokes, elephant noises, an intermission game, and some new merch ideas.05:49 - what’s going well, a numbered list12:14 - Attracting, retaining, and recruiting public power people36:56 - an Intermission Game called “Fantasy Utility Draft” where we do a mock electric utility draft from the characters of Schitts Creek, Succession, Ted Lasso, and Parks & Rec5...2022-04-211h 16SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #665 - READALONG: Revival by Stephen King The SFFaudio Podcast #665 – Jesse, Paul Weimer, Marissa VU, and Evan Lampe talk about Revival by Stephen King Talked about on today’s show: 2014, pushing it, the Lovecraft connection, the dedication, I was already seduced from before, the dedication: “This is for the people who built my house: Mary Shelley, Bram Stoker, H.P. Lovecraft, Clark Ashton Smith, Donald Wandrei, Fritz Leiber, August Derleth, Shirley Jackson, Robert Bloch, Peter Straub, and ARTHUR MACHEN, whose short novel ‘The Great God Pan‘ has haunted me all my life” literally responsible for building this book, Shelle...2022-01-172h 34GobbledygeekGobbledygeek454 - Gobbledyween: Rockula (feat. Eric Sipple)Gobbledyween has come to a close for another year--and we’re going out with a fang! To round out our month of frightening films, we’ve chosen a movie most people have probably never heard of: Rockula, a vampiric musical from 1990 starring Dean Cameron as the bloodsucking Ralph, cursed to try and win back the love of his immortal life every 22 years. We have also chosen to torture none other than Mimesis author Eric Sipple, who has been forced to endure this film with Paul and Arlo. The gang discusses mirror selves, farting bats, resentful stars, and of course, Bo D...2021-10-311h 58My Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictHow To Find Your CallingOur awesome guest for today is none other than “The Mindset Doctor,” Dr. Justin Moseley. After surviving a near-death accident in 2018, Dr. Moseley began to reevaluate his life's purpose, and it put him on a mission to inspire and empower others to step into their POWER and live an abundant life full of purpose, passion, peace, and profit.After the accident, Dr. Moseley pivoted from running his successful 7-figure business to becoming one of the most sought-after Mindset Transformation & High-Performance Coaches for business owners who feel “stuck” and “frustrated” and are looking for a breakthrough in their business and...2021-08-1640 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictYour Creative Passion + Other Skill Sets = Business OpportunityAndrew Conroy is mostly known for being the drummer of the well-known Laois band, The Jury, a band going on for almost 30 years now. He started out as the Dep drummer in 2015 and is now their full-time drummer. Playing some of the top venues in the county, The Jury always brings the energy and the banter.Along with playing with The Jury, Andrew has also toured with his Canadian namesake Andrew Conroy in 2017, where they toured in some of Ireland's top venues such as the Roisin Dubh in Galway. But he also started his own r...2021-07-2635 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictIdentifying The Activities That Get You The Best ROIMonique Sar is a business consultant, President of BNC Speakers, investor, and boss. As president of a speakers bureau, she represents one of the top 50 speakers in the entire world, a roster of pro athletes, hall of famers, champions, executives, CEO’s, leaders, and investors. As a business consultant, she is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs build and scale 6 & 7 figure businesses. With an emphasis on personal development, she helps her clients achieve lasting results in performance. One of the companies she supports with her partner in life and business, Collision Drumsticks, works with thousands of artists globally. Learn more at mo...2021-07-1940 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictBuilding a Full-Force, Bold, & Hard-Hitting Brand with Carlton BanksCarlton Banks is a professional musician of over 15 years playing and collaborating with bands and DJs across the United Kingdom. Passionate about creating a platform to serve, celebrate, and showcase drummers and musicians, Carlton launched Collision Drumsticks, the largest drumstick brand in the UK and Europe. Carlton has announced Collision Backstage under the Collision brand to offer mentorship and support to those looking to develop their personal brand and transition from hobbyists to part-time and full-time musicians.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 07:47] Opening SegmentI introduce today’s guest, Carlton BanksLearning to...2021-07-1350 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictHow to Elevate Your Brand with Podcasting with Zachary BabcockWhen Zachary Babcock got out of prison after doing 5 years' time, no one wanted to hire him, no one took me seriously, and no one wanted to collaborate. Refusing to be locked down by his past as an “ex-con-turned-entrepreneur” afterthought, he decided to launch a podcast, Underdog Empowerment. He saw it as an opportunity to share his story and give raw advice of what he learned to other underdogs who also want to beat the odds stacked against them. Within 3 days of its launch in 2018, Underdog Empowerment became a top-rated podcast on Apple. The following week, he got B...2021-07-0541 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictWhy You Should Join Clubhouse Now with Bre DonofrioBre Donofrio is the founder of V.E.E. by Bre, Virtual Event Experiences. She is a renowned global event curator who has created 1,000+ unique events at worldwide venues, from intimate private dinners to fundraisers to music festivals with audiences surpassing 40,000. Bre is also known as one of the most highly sought after and influential content creators and show producers on the audio-only app Clubhouse, amassing over 14,000 followers (and growing), and co-founding the largest events industry club on the platform. She’s often described as a ninja-like networker, and has been featured in multiple publications and podcasts; mos...2021-06-2841 minThe Success Finder PodcastThe Success Finder Podcast116: Jesse Paul Smith | Eyes on the Prize, Not on the PriceJesse Paul Smith is a speaker, entertainer, and coach that helps high achievers take dreams and goals into results. He is also the founder of My Creative District and WorldWide Dance Challenge, projects that he used as tools to provide opportunities to creatives across the world that he sees could have been a game changer for him in the entertainment industry.In this episode, Jesse Paul Smith talks about the importance of focusing on the reward instead of the cost, and he also gets into how self-education gives you the flexibility to be who you want to...2021-06-2545 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictLearning To Build a Business and Brand in The New Normal with Aris CreatesThere’s a rebellion underway and Aris Creates is leading the charge. The arts and creative industries have long needed change and it’s finally here. Aris is on a mission to improve the lives of 1 million creatives using “Artapreneurship” and to future-proof the arts through technology and innovation. As a lifelong creative and independent creative entrepreneur herself, she recognizes the shift the world has made towards a Digital Renaissance and excitedly studies it. She hopes to bring freedom of choice to all creatives around the world and a new era in the arts and creative industries through h...2021-06-2224 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictLeaving Everything on the Dance Floor with Monyett Crump Jr.Monyett Crump Jr. first discovered his love for dance at the age of 15 after being inspired by dance icons such as Michael Jackson and the Jabbawockeez. Since then, he has trained in Hip Hop with some of the finest instructors and professional dance studios all over the country. He has also been a part of some of Chicago's main urban companies including The Puzzle League, Viscious, and CODA. Monyett has had the honor of working with artists such as Jennifer Hudson, Ciara, Chance the Rapper, DLOW, Ian Eastwood, WilldaBeast Adam's company, and more. In this ep...2021-06-1540 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictUse Your Setbacks As Rocket Fuel and Become Unstoppable with Mike C-RocEveryone has setbacks. It’s what we do with our setbacks that determines whether we stay stuck or fly to great heights. My guest, Mike C-Roc, knows all about using obstacles as fuel to get to where he wants to go.   Mike “C-Roc” Ciorrocco is the CEO of People Building, Inc., and the powerhouse behind the “What Are You Made Of?” movement. He is a performance coach, author, dynamic public speaker, visionary, and thought leader. He has been featured by Yahoo! Finance as one of the Top Business Leaders to Follow in 2020 and is on a mission to build peop...2021-06-0840 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictDeep Mind Integration with Christopher “Chase” Carey (Part 2)This episode is part 2 of my conversation with  Christopher “Chase” Carey spent 20 years in Corporate America’s Health Insurance and Consulting industry, in significant positions. He also is a third-degree black belt in martial arts training, an author, and a ghost rider. And one of the strong values he brings to this show is that he's been in Corporate America, but he's now also self-employed, so he understands the struggle and stresses most people face as a corporate worker. Join us in part three of this interview as Chase shares about the understanding of emotion and deep mind integration  ...2021-06-0121 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictGrowth Hacking; How to Build Your Personal Brand with Mario NawfalHow do you go from zero to millions? Mario Nawfal started his first business with $300 in the bank selling blenders door to door and then became the Founder of the Athena Group of Companies, a business conglomerate that operates in more than 40 countries. He propelled Froothie to $1M in year one and over $10M in year two.Since then, Mario launched multiple ventures into the millions, all bootstrapped, and all while battling all the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Mario has decided to begin documenting his journey and helping other entrepreneurs at no cost, all while traveling...2021-05-1042 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictFrom Clients to Collaborations by Exceeding Expectations with Dr. Bill DorfmanIn this episode, you are going to learn a simple strategy that took Dr. Bill Dorfman from a dentist just starting out to THE Celebrity cosmetic dentist that has transformed the smiles of celebrities such as Katy Perry, Usher, Anthony Hopkins, Fergie, Hugh Jackman, Michael Strahan, Jessica Simpson, Mark Wahlberg, and Eva Longoria among many others.Dr. Dorfman has been practicing for over 30 years in the Beverly Hills area and has had a career unparalleled to any other dentist in history!  Referred to as the ‘Michael Jordan of Dentistry,’ he has also appeared on numerous TV shows inclu...2021-05-0334 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictHow to Build Your Audience the RIGHT Way with Larry ShapiroBecoming an artist in this day and age centers around a very big question: How do you get your start while building up an audience? Larry Shapiro, CEO of Ensemble Digital Studios, got his start in the industry in one of the craziest ways that you’ll have to tune in to find out about. Larry is an Award-winning digital executive specializing in creating global content opportunities across diverse platforms for entertainment companies, major studios, game publishers, and more.He’s credited with helping shape and grow top-tier talent and has even conceived of and brokered innovative and...2021-04-1948 minThinking Big: Mindset, Habits, and HacksThinking Big: Mindset, Habits, and HacksStaying persistent with your dreams with guest Jesse Paul SmithWelcome to this week’s episode of the Thinking Big Podcast.  Today I welcome my friend Jesse Paul Smith to the show as we dig into what it means to persist in your dreams. Jesse is a speaker, entertainer, and coach. He is the host of the My Creative District Podcast and the creator of the World Dance Challenge.  My biggest takeaways from this episode are: Depression can happen to anyone in any situation, this is where Jesse found himself even after working with such greats as Rihanna and Justin Timberlake. We were...2021-04-1943 minThinking Big: Mindset, Habits, and HacksThinking Big: Mindset, Habits, and HacksStaying persistent with your dreams with guest Jesse Paul SmithWelcome to this week’s episode of the Thinking Big Podcast.  Today I welcome my friend Jesse Paul Smith to the show as we dig into what it means to persist in your dreams. Jesse is a speaker, entertainer, and coach. He is the host of the My Creative District Podcast and the creator of the World Dance Challenge.  My biggest takeaways from this episode are: Depression can happen to anyone in any situation, this is where Jesse found himself even after working with such greats as Rihanna and Justin Timberlake. We were...2021-04-1943 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictIntentional with Your Desires, Flexible with the Path with AJ SarcioneSo many want to get to the level of their dream, but who do you want to be when you get there? The good news is that you don’t have to make the journey alone. People like today’s guest, AJ, bring an infectious energy to connect passion with performance using his proprietary tool, The Shine Scale™.AJ unlocks creativity and drive, stimulating leaders of all levels to increase engagement and accelerate success. A world-traveled motivational speaker and brand & communications executive, AJ built his career working for various Fortune 500 companies, startups, and top leaders. His experience includ...2021-04-1237 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictWhat it Takes to Break into the Entertainment Industry with Richy SquirrelAn artist’s work speaks a language that needs no translation and their spirit is communicated best through their expression. Richy Squirrel is one such artist who is the star-making secret weapon behind many of today's top recording artists.Richy is a choreographer and creative director who has worked with notable names and brands including Nicki Minaj, Katy Perry, Meghan Trainor, Nick Jonas, Barbie Inc., Jack In The Box, Jojo Siwa, and the legendary Lady Gaga.  He has established himself in the industry as the choreographer of everything entertainment and today Richy continues to create inspired artistic int...2021-04-0536 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictHow to Become a Better Entrepreneur as an Artist with Susan AncillottiIf you’re a performer, creator, or entertainer, you NEED to learn how to be an awesome entrepreneur, because, at the end of the day, YOU are your brand; and It’s people like Susan Ancillotti that helps people like you do that. Susan is a Talent Manager and Brand Strategist with over 12 years of experience in the industry.She’s both lived in and founded companies in Italy, Paris, and LA working with amazing brands like Madonna, JLo, BTS, Ellen Degeneres, World of Dance (Hey-o!), Fenty Beauty, Redbull, Yeezy, and Microsoft. Susan is an absolute master at hel...2021-03-2938 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictHow to Stay Relevant Through the Years with Adam LeBlanc, AKA DJ Adam ELAdam LeBlanc, aka DJ Adam EL, has been sharing his love of music for well over a decade, spinning beats at legendary music and nightlife venues, underground dance clubs, and more. Adam keeps the focus on ‘feel good tunes’ from the past and present that’ll make you want to dance into the future! In addition to being the resident DJ for World Wide Dance Challenge, Adam also is the lead vocalist for Sixteen Candles, an 80’s Pop & New Wave tribute act that hails from Chicago who has gone strong for 17 years, performing over 150 shows per year and playing for high...2021-03-2241 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictUsing Your Skill set to Feed Your True Purpose with Dion RinggoldIn West Philadelphia born and raised, as Founder and Editor in Chief of InClub Magazine, is where Dion Ringgold spent most of his days. Dion, as a content creator, has created and produced podcasts for other Creatives and is a visionary who impacts his community and contributes to culture. He is a film aficionado, an innovator in the creative space, and an accomplished speaker. Today he’s with us to talk about how to make quality content with quality people as well as feeding into your purpose.Let’s dive right in and start learning about how you...2021-03-1540 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictFrom Unknown to 1.5M followers: How to Maintain Success AFTER You're Viral with Biddl3 MusicBiddl3 Music is a social media personality and melodic lyricist from Milwaukee, WI. Biddl3 started grinding through the music industry from the age of 13 and went from unknown to growing to 1.5 Million followers in a matter of 6 weeks by remixing trending TikTok sounds. He also created the sound of a viral trend. Now, he’s here with us today to tell his story and help us learn what it takes to find success in the social space. Let’s dive right into the episode and learn how Biddl3 was able to grow and how to maintain your succe...2021-03-0841 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictWhy You NEED to Dive into LinkedIn as a Creative with Scott AaronFully immersing himself in learning LinkedIn and social media strategies, Scott Aaron quickly gained traction as a leader in generating big results for other entrepreneurs, online business owners, and business coaches. As a Connections Expert, Scott is passionate about helping fellow entrepreneurs achieve success while building their own network organically and without complicated and costly marketing tactics. His strategic approach to teaching others how to create wealth online is a game-changer when it comes to competing in a saturated digital world.Let’s jump right into this episode as Scott talks about why you absolutely need to be...2021-03-0137 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictPassion to Purpose; Leaning into Your Most Authentic Self with Michael FabberWhat do you call someone who created a 6+ figure business in 4 months with no ad spending and no email lists? The king of organic leads and sales!Coach Michael Fabber is an entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of UnleashU Now, a conference that mixes world-class business education with networking, helping entrepreneurs all over the world live out their purpose. In addition to courses and programs, Michael and his fearless team host other conferences, retreats, showcases, and an international mastermind.I’m looking forward to diving deeper into Michael’s story and learning how to fuel...2021-02-2244 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictYour Creative Journey; Stepping Into Your Passion with Mike BrennanWhen we impact others with our creativity, we impact our own life. Here to shed more light on that today is Mike Brennan. Mike is a Creator & Communicator, telling stories on pages & stages. His childhood dream was to be a cartoon. (Zoinks!) When he realized that wasn’t possible he became the next best thing – an Artist.He loves sharing experiences and making connections through his art, and helping fellow frustrated artists and creatives establish a daily creative habit of their own through his work with Your Artist Journey and his podcast Creative Chats.Today we’r...2021-02-1547 minContent Is ProfitContent Is ProfitBONUS. Jesse Paul Smith: Create Your Big Break & Earn Money Through Your Art!It is interesting how, no matter what industry you look into, the principles usually remain the same.Whether you are pursuing an artistic career or building a business, the foundation for building an impactful career holds true regardless of your pursuit.That’s what Jesse discovered through building a career in the dancing industry as well as building a business. That’s what led him to create the “Creating Your Big Break Summit”.His goal is to empower other artists, business owners, and those that want to conquer their one in a life-time opportun...2021-02-1039 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictBeing Your Whole Self First with Levi WalkerToday’s guest believes that when you find yourself as a ‘Whole Person,’ first, everything else falls into place. Levi Walker began his photography career shooting Hollywood parties and media events, where he shot the biggest names in tv, film, and sports, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Paula Abdul, Rhianna, Britney Spears, Kobe Bryant, Jennifer Aniston, and so many more.With years of experience in the industry, Levi knows what it takes to be a performer and all-around successful in your career. It all comes around confidence, being whole within yourself first, and channeling it into your expression.Let’...2021-02-0842 minTravis Makes MoneyTravis Makes Money527: Jesse Paul Smith & Zack Knight | Worldwide Dance ChallengeWith so much talent in the world, what does it take to get that big break? Today we have a two-for-one special, with both Jesse Paul Smith and, previous guest, Zack Knight here with us today. Zack is the host of the Tactical Leadership podcast and CEO of Knight Protection Services, while Jesse is the Host of My Creative District Podcast and Founder of the same name. After meeting at a mastermind, they put their heads together, came up with creative solutions to creative problems, and put together My Creative District summit: Creating Your Big Break. 2021-01-1225 minTravis Makes MoneyTravis Makes Money527: Jesse Paul Smith & Zack Knight | Worldwide Dance ChallengeWith so much talent in the world, what does it take to get that big break? Today we have a two-for-one special, with both Jesse Paul Smith and, previous guest, Zack Knight here with us today. Zack is the host of the Tactical Leadership podcast and CEO of Knight Protection Services, while Jesse is the Host of My Creative District Podcast and Founder of the same name. After meeting at a mastermind, they put their heads together, came up with creative solutions to creative problems, and put together My Creative District summit: Creating Your Big Break. 2021-01-1220 minSFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #612 - READALONG: Black God's Kiss by C.L. Moore The SFFaudio Podcast #612 – Jesse, Paul Weimer, Scott Danielson, Evan Lampe, and J. Manfred Weichsel talk about Black God’s Kiss [and the complete Jirel Of Joiry stories] by C.L. Moore Talked about on today’s show: all the Jirel Of Joiry stories, incredibly French for some reason, why did Scott want to do, Brian Murphy the great, Flame And Crimson: A History Of Sword And Sorcery, The Silver Key blog, 25 of his favourite stories, Swords & Deviltry, The Best Of C.L. Moore, like we do, Skyboat Road, Gabrielle de Cuir, all 6 stories, the comple...2021-01-111h 27Think Mastery with Dr. YishaiThink Mastery with Dr. YishaiEp #047 – Turning Lemons into Guacamole with Jesse Paul SmithJesse Paul Smith is a speaker, entertainer, coach, and Founder of My Creative District, an agency that discovers and features talent. Jesse also has over 15 years of experience building and developing sales teams in the corporate world as well as speaking about leadership, personal growth, and problem solving.  A self-described visionary and dreamer who has learned to turn imagination into reality, Jesse helps creatives do the same for themselves.Today, Jesse shares a lesson he learned by getting up and performing at a business conference and how it changed his life and business forever. Jesse also shares h...2020-12-1528 minThink Mastery with Dr. YishaiThink Mastery with Dr. YishaiEp #046 – Making Your Dreams Come True with Jesse Paul SmithJesse Paul Smith is a speaker, entertainer, coach, and Founder of My Creative District, an agency that discovers and features talent. Jesse also has over 15 years of experience building and developing sales teams in the corporate world as well as speaking about leadership, personal growth, and problem-solving.  A self-described visionary and dreamer who has learned to turn imagination into reality, Jesse helps creatives do the same for themselves.Today, Jesse shares his story of getting into the entertainment industry, his challenges, and his process of finding his way back in a way that is both disruptive to t...2020-12-1333 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictNetworking and How It Opens Doors with Cydney SpohnProfessional dancer, and tenured professor at the University of Akron, Cydney Spohn gives us insight into skills that are useful not just for dancers but for anyone in the creative space. Show HighlightsCydney talks about her love for dance from the young age of 4 and how she immediately graduated high school and became a professional dancer.Later, Cydney highlights the importance of perseverance and the use of her network to land her two very prestigious and coveted positions.Key Takeaways2020-11-3042 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictOops I Said It Again with Kelly ClingerIn this episode of the My Creative District podcast, host and founder of My Creative District, Jesse Paul Smith, speaks to successful singer, speaker and podcast host Kelly Clinger. Kelly’s animated spirit brings a life to the show that is engaging, funny, and poignant. Show HighlightsKelly talks about her journey into meeting the stars of the Mickey Mouse club and how being her authentic self helped her make genuine relationships.Kelly discusses how her suicide attempt hanged her life for the better. Key Take...2020-11-2341 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictImposter Syndrome to Social Media Influencer with Lauren DavisCo-Founder of Culture Shock Culture & Records and THE guru for building a personal brand on social media, Lauren Davis is the guest on this show. She speaks about practical action items to build your brand and even discusses her start into coaching, speaking, and building her own personal brand.Show HighlightsLauren talks about how she has developed her passion for marketing and used it to fund her business and life.Jesse inquires about the tactics Lauren teaches her clients to get their personal brand off the ground running.2020-11-1641 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictLive Unapologetically with Jesse SykesA self proclaimed ambivert, Jesse Sykes, is a dancer who believes in living an authentic life and understanding the power of your mindset. Jesse was introduced to the underground scene in Utah in his teenage years and shifted his focus from being a professional soccer player to a dancer. Judging battles by the age of 23, Jesse eventually moved to L.A., where he reached his lowest point. As the episode continues, we learn that a change in mindset and fire for life and dance are what set Jesse back on track. Show HighlightsJesse Sykes t...2020-11-1057 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictThe Great Human Connector with Michael RoderickWhen Michael went from high school teacher to Broadway producer in under two years people started to ask him how he managed it.  Michael began his career as a high school English teacher before producing Off Broadway and then on Broadway. This combination of experience in the arts and entrepreneurship led to Michael starting an arts incubator program to teach more artists about building and growing their own businesses (PLAE). Eventually, he decided to develop a workshop on networking which grew into a full time consulting practice and that became Small Pond Enterprises.Show HighlightsA...2020-11-0457 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictBelieve. Act. Get Results with KonceptDancer and founder of “Unlock Your Style,” Koncept (Paul Giuntu) is the first to admit that he was a “bad” student. “Replace bad with ‘lazy,’” he says. However, once he found his passion in dance, then subsequently Krump, Koncept picked up various skills during his move to Los Angeles. Listen to where “Unlock Your Style” comes from and what it means to the future of the dance community during COVID-19 and beyond.Show HighlightsAs Koncept speaks, we learn about his method of “teaching people formulas and allowing them to input their own variables to get their own answers...2020-10-2639 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictMindset Over Skillset withTommy SwanhausTommy Swanhaus is a global entrepreneur, top influencer, 22X Best Selling Author, and social media/digital marketing expert. He has been described as a Creative Genius for his vision, innovativeness, and monumental accomplishments that he has achieved in short periods of time. In this episode, Tommy and Jesse discuss Tommy’s journey to becoming the marketing powerhouse that he is widely recognized as today.Show HighlightsTommy begins by acknowledging the role his family and upbringing have played in his career path and creative/entrepreneurial duality.As Tommy speaks, we le...2020-10-1940 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictTaking Back Your Power In a Drought With Rhona BennettOne-third of the iconic R&B group En Vogue, Rhona Bennett talks with host Jesse Paul Smith about the series of actions and mentality shifts that have led her to her current success. Rhona aka “Rho” speaks poignantly about the “drought” in her career and provides insight to how she got out of it. Show HighlightsRhona begins by talking about her time as a Mouseketeer on The Mickey Mouse Club.As the episode proceeds, we learn that Rhona, faced a very dry time in her career and even took a 9-5 job...2020-10-1244 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictThe Importance of Controlling Your Own Destiny with Natasha ZuvelaNatasha Zuvela is the epitome of “good on camera.” In this episode, she speaks with Jesse about her career progression and determination to stay in control of her own destiny. Show HighlightsNatasha tells the story of how she was a young entrepreneur and began making a steady income for herself at the age of 16.Natasha and Jesse discuss the purpose of a Unique Selling Point (USP) and how to determine what exactly it is that you do differently. Key TakeawaysNo matter your i...2020-10-0537 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictHow Partnerships Bring About Progress With Josh TappSo many creatives struggle with thinking that “making it” requires going viral. However, virality can be fleeting and short lived. In this episode, Jesse and experienced, and successful entrepreneur, Josh Tapp, discuss how partnerships bring about massive progress when it comes to any industry.Show HighlightsJosh Tapp tells the story of how he had his humble beginnings selling items on his parents’ lawn and what that ‘first sale’ rush was like. Jesse persuades Josh to tell the audience about the insights of the joint partnerships he has built and how they have helped...2020-09-2833 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictThe Relentless Pursuit of “Yes” With Paul MartinelliAfter being a highschool dropout and accepting a self-proclaimed learning disability, Paul Martinelli speaks with Jesse Paul Smith about how a change in mindset and the guidance of a mentor made a monumental shift in the trajectory of his life. Paul, a successful entrepreneur, brings refreshing insight to the importance of a mind shift when trying to reach one’s goals.Show HighlightsPaul brings a great new perspective to the Laws of the Universe with regards to the process of a dream becoming a reality.Jesse asks Paul about his process of...2020-09-2326 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictBreaking the Stereotype with Amanda LaCountIn this episode of the My Creative District podcast, host and founder of My Creative District, Jesse Paul Smith, esteemed professional dancer and creator of the Worldwide Dance Challenge, interviews successful choreographer, model, influencer,  and dancer, Amanda LaCount.Show HighlightsAmanda tells the story of how she was treated as a young dancer and, with her mom’s encouragement, how that fueled her into building the work ethic she needed to become a sought after dancer.Jesse and Amanda discuss her process into booking gigs and getting noticed in the Los...2020-09-1428 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictRadical Change Brings About Radical Results with Chasta HamiltonIn this episode of the My Creative District podcast, host and founder of My Creative District, Jesse Paul Smith, esteemed professional dancer and creator of the Worldwide Dance Challenge, interviews successful entrepreneur, educator, choreographer, director, and author of the book Trash the Trophies: How to Win Without Losing Your Soul, Chasta Hamilton. Chasta is the owner of Stage Door Dance dance studio. Show HighlightsChasta tells the story of how she transitioned from her path to becoming a lawyer into becoming a successful dance studio owner.Jesse and Chasta discuss t...2020-09-0732 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictInsatiable Curiosity for Creative Inspiration with Jeffrey MadoffIn this episode of the My Creative District podcast, host and founder of My Creative District, Jesse Paul Smith, esteemed professional dancer and creator of the Worldwide Dance Challenge, interviews successful entrepreneur and author of the book Creative Careers: Making a Living With Your Ideas, Jeffrey Madoff. Jeffrey is the owner of Madoff Productions, a top rated New York City production company. Show HighlightsJeffrey tells the story of how he built a powerhouse clothing company in two years and after deep consideration closes the business in order to move to New York.J...2020-08-3143 minAmerican RealAmerican RealEPISODE #165 | JESSE PAUL SMITH | A COUPLE OF STEPS TO BUILD ONBECOME A BESTSELLING AUTHOR WITH OUR BOOK WRITING INCUBATOR PROGRAM - Starting soon: https://iywebinars.com/ar LATEST EPISODE: http://americanreal.tv Jesse Paul Smith was a professional dancer that had the opportunity to dance with stars like Justin Timberlake and Rihanna. He is currently operating two projects that he founded, My Creative District and WorldWide Dance Challenge. Both projects are focused on providing an opportunity to creatives across the world. Tune in as we discuss: - Jesse's path to professional dancing. - His move to Los...2020-08-301h 04My Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictThe Need to Always Be Ready with Chasen HamptonIn this episode of the My Creative District podcast, host and founder of My Creative District, Jesse Paul Smith, esteemed professional dancer and creator of the Worldwide Dance Challenge, interviews Chasen Hampton. Chased is the owner and founder of Chasen Life LLC, a company that has helped get performers onto the world’s largest stages such as Coachella and iHeart Music Radio Awards. Chasen discusses his journey from the Bible Belt Oklahoma to superstardom on Disney’s The Mickey Mouse Club and an integral member of the band The Party.Show HighlightsChasen talks about his...2020-08-2446 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictFalling in Love With The Creative Process with Neal HopsonIn this episode of the My Creative District podcast, host and founder of My Creative District, Jesse Paul Smith, esteemed professional dancer and creator of the Worldwide Dance Challenge, interviews Neal Hopson, founder of the One Goal Global mission. Neal discusses his transition from a young tennis prodigy to a successful dancer and choreographer who has performed for audiences of 25,000+ people.Show HighlightsNeal tells his intriguing story about shifting his focus from being a professional tennis play to a dancer.Learn more about the ways that Neal approached his...2020-08-1743 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictCreativity and the Power of Getting Started with Steve SimsIn this episode of the My Creative District podcast, host and founder of My Creative District, Jesse Paul Smith, esteemed professional dancer and creator of the Worldwide Dance Challenge, interviews world-renowned entrepreneur and the best selling author of the book Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen, Steve Sims. Steve’s successful company, Bluefish, is an internationally famous company that makes once in a lifetime events happen for the rich and famous.Show HighlightsSteve tells his engaging story about starting as a brick builder into his journey as a successful entrepreneur. 2020-08-1039 minStayin\' Alive with Jesse SmithStayin' Alive with Jesse SmithEp. 13. Stayin' Alive with Jesse Smith - Kevin ArmstrongWELCOME TO EPISODE 13 AND THE END OF THE FIRST SEASON OF STAYIN ALIVE WITH ME JESSE SMITH A PODCAST ABOUT HOW TO MAKE A CAREER OUT OF CREATIVITY.THE FINAL GUEST OF THE SERIES, WAS AT THE TOP OF MY LIST WHEN I DECIDED TO START THE SHOW. I’VE BEEN LUCKY ENOUGH TO WATCH HIM UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH IGGY POP AS WELL AS WORK ALONGSIDE HIM AND I CAN HONESTLY SAY HE’S ONE OF THE MOST SPECIAL GUITAR PLAYERS I’VE EVER HAD THE PRIVILEDGE OF WORKING WITH. HIS CV SPEAKS FOR ITSELF...2020-08-0400 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictIntroduction to Jesse Paul SmithIn this two part episode of the My Creative District podcast, host and founder of My Creative District, Jesse Paul Smith, esteemed professional dancer and creator of the Worldwide Dance Challenge, discusses his journey and humble beginnings as a musician to an award winning dancer. Jesse tells his riveting story, a story that tells the journey of many challenges and obstacles, with ease and poise. My Creative District is specifically designed to all creatives that want to be in a community of like minded individuals searching for their big break.Show Highlights...2020-07-3129 minMy Creative DistrictMy Creative DistrictIntroduction to Jesse Paul SmithIn this two part episode of the My Creative District podcast, host and founder of My Creative District, Jesse Paul Smith, esteemed professional dancer and creator of the Worldwide Dance Challenge, discusses his journey and humble beginnings as a musician to an award winning dancer. Jesse tells his riveting story, a story that tells the journey of many challenges and obstacles, with ease and poise. My Creative District is specifically designed to all creatives that want to be in a community of like minded individuals searching for their big break.Episode Highlights...2020-07-3129 minStayin\' Alive with Jesse SmithStayin' Alive with Jesse SmithEp. 12. Stayin' Alive with Jesse Smith - Mat HectorWelcome to Episode 12 of Stayin Alive with Jesse Smith a podcast about creative people and how they make a living out of giving you a frickin’ good time.I’ve have the privilege of playing on stage with today’s guest on numerous occasions, his personality is as infectious as his playing, he’s really at the top of the class in terms of session drummers in the UK. He’s been a touring member with Iggy Pop for the last five years and his illustrious CV doesn’t stop there. He’s also played with Sinéad O'Conno...2020-07-2700 minSFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #586 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: The Tree Of Life by C.L. Moore The SFFaudio Podcast #586 – The Tree Of Life by C.L. Moore; read by Gregg Margarite. This is an unabridged reading of the story (1 hour 10 minutes) followed by a discussion of it. Participants in the discussion include Jesse, Paul Weimer, Will Emmons and Trish E. Matson Talked about on today’s show: Weird Tales, October 1936, what a good issue this is, how many podcasts based on stories in this issue?, Lloyd Arthur Ashback, The Lost Temple Of Xantoos by Howell Calhoun, Robert Block, Witch-Burning, The Lost Door by Dorothy Quick, Mark Twain, Earle Pierce Jr., Red...2020-07-132h 33The Art of CommunicationThe Art of CommunicationJesse Paul Smith | Communicating Through ArtJesse Paul Smith is a speaker, entertainer, and coach that helps high achievers, just like you, take dreams and goals in their life and turn them into results.On This Episode:Learn how to communicate through art.Get leadership tactics that Jesse Smith learned from John Maxwell.Unpack the secrets of selling.Hear the powerful story of how Jesse turned his life around.Key Takeaways:We are valuable because of who we are not because of what we do.You can not make things happen, you can only welcome it.Your skill will ge...2020-07-1346 minRedefine the American DreamRedefine the American DreamRAD Review June 2020 : Robbie Jelsma, Aimee Carlson, and Jesse Paul SmithIn this RAD Review, Levi breaks down interviews with Robbie Jelsma, Aimee Carlson, and Jesse Paul Smith. Robbie Jelsma is an artist who has painted wall murals, cleats for NFL players, and is talented tattoo artist. Aimee Carlson is a lifetime entrepreneur who imparts wisdom of leadership and finding your purpose, following a successful career as a franchise owner and now as the Toxin Terminator. Jesse Paul Smith is a man who followed his dreams all the way to Hollywood, where he danced along side Justin Timberlake. He then transitioned to life as a speaker, coach, and entrepreneur. If...2020-06-3000 minRedefine the American DreamRedefine the American DreamLiving in Your Authenticity with Jesse Paul SmithIn this interview, my guest is Jesse Paul Smith. Jesse found success in the dance game when he picked up from his small hometown in Wisconsin to pursue his dream in Hollywood. His success as a dancer came when dancing with notable artists like Justin Timberlake. Since that time, he has pursued other avenues as a speaker, coach, and now as the founder of Worldwide Dance Challenge. Worldwide Dance Challenge is an entertainment channel predicated on helping dancers get discovered. Jesse and I dive deep into authenticity and why living authentically is imperative. Tune in and find out more...2020-06-2200 minSFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #581 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: The Silver Key by H.P. Lovecraft The SFFaudio Podcast #581 – The Silver Key by H.P. Lovecraft; read by Martin Reyto (for Legamus.eu). This is an unabridged reading of the short story (34 minutes) followed by a discussion of it. Participants in the discussion include Jesse, Paul Weimer, Marissa VU, and Mr Jim Moon Talked about on today’s show: Weird Tales, January 1929, The Silver Key, a cameo by a bearded Gnorri, a cameo appearance, with The Silver Key on the mind, a whole theory, symmetry, flying vehicle, each of the wings represents an aspect of human existence, left on the drea...2020-06-082h 20SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #579 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: The Spy In The Elevator by Donald E. Westlake The SFFaudio Podcast #579 – The Spy In The Elevator by Donald E. Westlake; read by Winston Tharp (for LibriVox.org). This is an unabridged reading of the short story (38 minutes) followed by a discussion of it. Participants in the discussion include Jesse, Paul Weimer, and Maissa Bessada Talked about on today’s show: Galaxy, October 1961, a very good issue, Cordwainer Smith, Frederik Pohl, Fritz Leiber, Frank Herbert, Robert Bloch, Jack Sharkey, Willy Ley, a lot of engineering and planning, I love Westlake’s writing so much, reach out and kiss you, the first paragraph, that put th...2020-05-251h 57SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #577 - READALONG: I Will Fear No Evil by Robert A. Heinlein The SFFaudio Podcast #577 – Jesse, Paul Weimer, and Evan Lampe talk about I Will Fear No Evil by Robert A. Heinlein talked about on today’s show: Galaxy, July – December 1970, Robert A. Heinlein talking to himself, is this a kissing book?, sex talk, is there a person who doesnt get kissed, she had babies with the judge, my wife lets me kiss 10% of women, saving the incest for later books, a 1980s book, right after some of the big books, Friday is the last good Heinlein novel then he went crazy, 4 years after Freder...2020-05-111h 35Heart Led Soul FedHeart Led Soul FedThe Power of Jesse Paul Smith! Dreaming, exploring, finding and living from your authentic self!Episode 34 – The power of Jesse Paul Smith!    Bio: Jesse Paul Smith  Co-Owner Inspired Motivated Leadership, Business Development Fasetto, Sales Trainer & Hip-Hop Dancer who has danced with Rihanna, Justin Timberlake and more!  Jesse has been building and developing sales team in the corporate world for over 15 years. For the last 15 years have been traveling the country, expanding into parts of Africa, teaching leadership at schools and non profit organizations.  Previous to teaching and speaking Jesse was in the sales world.   He developed many sales teams and saw many awards and great team performances due to his leadersh...2020-03-121h 00SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #566 - TOPIC: USED BOOKSTORES The SFFaudio Podcast #566 – Jesse, Paul Weimer, Scott Danielson, and Fred Himebaugh talk about USED BOOKSTORES Talked about on today’s show: spend a lifetime researching, as opposed to regular bookstores, what’s the difference, not the price, Dawn Treader Book Shop, Bryan Alexander, Jack Vance’s The Dying Earth, specializes in stock already been sold, hybrids, a Wikipedia entry, a booktown, in the UK, a book district, PaperbackSwap.com, young and poor, delight, selection, Staten Island, Barrett Book Trader, a good trade, romance books are of incredibly low value, voracious romance novel readers, a lending...2020-02-241h 17SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #563 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: The Lurking Fear by H.P. Lovecraft The SFFaudio Podcast #563 The Lurking Fear by H.P. Lovecraft; read by Mike Vendetti. This is an unabridged reading of the story (56 minutes) followed by a discussion of it. Participants in the discussion include Jesse, Paul Weimer, Mr Jim Moon, Evan Lampe and Terence Blake Talked about on today’s show: Written in November 1922 – serialized January to April 1922, Home Brew, a semi-prozine, copyright dates, an obscure periodical, the PDF of the first serial, illustrated by Clark Ashton Smith, notice all the penises?, Leslie S. Klinger, coloured?, the chimney, the valley and the peak...2020-02-032h 22Another Way to PlayAnother Way to PlayA Sales Process That ACTUALLY Converts with Jesse Paul SmithJesse's has been in the sales game for 20+ years. He's trained and lead teams for some of the biggest brands in the business: Best Buy, Verizon, and most recently Miracle Ear.He and a friend took a Miracle Ear franchise from $476K in sales to over $4M in sales in 4 years. Jesse now helps other entrepreneurs and sales professionals do the same by teaching them his Sales Process That Converts formula.On this episode:Learn the importance of pursuing your passion.Discover how to find a mentor.Understand the proper way to...2020-01-2300 minDo The Thing with B - Cut the stress. Ditch the \'shoulds.\' Do the thing.Do The Thing with B - Cut the stress. Ditch the 'shoulds.' Do the thing.#26 Big Life Series with Jesse Paul SmithIn this episode, Jesse is raw and transparent about his journey which includes; working hard to achieve goals, dancing for big stars like Justin Timberlake, and looking like he had "arrived"...to leaving Hollywood, dealing with depression and suicidal thoughts, and learning to lean into who he was created to be. Jesse's story will inspire you to see your own giftedness and get after living a life of significance. Get ready to take some notes.  There is SO MUCH gold here! Connect with Jesse on Facebook, IG, and LinkedIn by searching Jesse Paul S...2019-12-3135 minSFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #527 - READALONG: Herbert West: Reanimator by H.P. Lovecraft The SFFaudio Podcast #527 – Jesse, Paul Weimer, Marissa Vu, Mr Jim Moon, and Evan Lampe talk about Herbert West: Reanimator by H.P. Lovecraft Talked about on today’s show: Gruesome Tales, Home Brew Magazine, The Lurking Fear, Clark Ashton Smith, the Weird Tales serial, Damon Knight illustrated, Reanimator, assembly, twenty years later, serialized, reading it as a serial, internal summaries, “previously on Re-Animator”, Jeffrey Coombs, Mr Jim Moon’s tin-foil hat theory, the unwilling hero, he hates everybody, Hypnos, no trace of Herbert West, was there ever really a Herbert West?, unlike the movie, sociopathi...2019-05-271h 38SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #491 - READALONG: Some Notes On A Nonentity: The Life Of H.P. Lovecraft by Sam Gafford and Jason C. Eckhardt The SFFaudio Podcast #491 – Jesse, Paul Weimer, Marissa, Mr Jim Moon and Wayne June talk about the PS Publishing hardcover comic (graphic novel) Some Notes On A Nonentity: The Life Of H.P. Lovecraft by Sam Gafford and Jason C. Eckhardt Talked about on today’s show: the first readalong of a comic book, a momentous occasion, Jesse’s mortgage completion, a hardcover “graphic novel”, the phrase is pretentious, Maus, Watchmen, fuck you it’s a comic book, dense art, rich, Lovecraft’s father is masked, plague doctor, a Venetian masque mask, died in an insane asylum...2018-09-171h 07SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #480 – READALONG: Jack London: An American Life by Earle Labor The SFFaudio Podcast #480 – Jesse, Paul, Bryan Alexander, and Evan Lampe talk about the audiobook of Jack London: An American Life by Earle Labor. Talked about on today’s show: Tantor Media, 2013, dynamo, biography, H.P. Lovecraft, non-fiction, after 1899, as a kid, the future, the turn of the 20th century, Evan’s 100 Pages podcast, black writers, important fin de sicle, Victorian to Edwardian, a time of massive change, his parents and his quasi-parents, to see where London came from, looking at the past, don’t watch the news, William the Conqueror, seances and spiritualism, 30 years into spi...2018-07-021h 42SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #467 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: Up Under The Roof by Manly Wade Wellman The SFFaudio Podcast #467 – Up Under The Roof by Manly Wade Wellman; read by Mr Jim Moon. This is an unabridged reading of the short story (14 minutes) followed by a discussion of it. Participants in the discussion include Jesse, Paul Weimer, and Mr Jim Moon. Talked about on today’s show: A Tale Of Fear, Weird Tales, October 1938, Frank Belknap Long, Who Fears the Devil, Silver John, proto-hippy wandering balladeer, the Lovecraft circle, The Werewolf Snarls, so short, an odd ending for a Weird Tales story, anthologies of horror, feeling familiar, the fears of a ten...2018-04-021h 04SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #465 - READALONG: Dune (Book I of III) by Frank Herbert The SFFaudio Podcast #465 – Jesse, Paul, Scott, Marissa, Matthew Sanborn Smith, Will, and Bryan talk about Dune: Book I “Dune” by Frank Herbert aka the first third of Dune. Talked about on today’s show: 1965, serialized in Analog 1963, 1964, 15 years old, start the training early, mentat training, Bene Gesserit training, a trope, the crowning trope of a certain kind of science fiction, we are the universal super-being, fans are slans, it turns you into an asshole, peak podcast, a lot of drugs, the truthsayer drug, #thedrugsofdune, a drug book influenced by a drugee, rachag, coffee, the cranberr...2018-03-193h 12SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #456 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: The Vale Of Lost Women by Robert E. Howard The SFFaudio Podcast #456 – The Vale Of Lost Women by Robert E. Howard, read by Todd McLaren (courtesy of Tantor Media’s The Coming Of Conan The Cimmerian). This is a complete and unabridged reading of the story (45 minutes) followed by a discussion of it. Participants in the discussion include Jesse, Paul Weimer, Matthew Sanborn Smith, and Mark Finn. Talked about on today’s show: Magazine Of Horror, Spring 1967, the worst Conan story?, his Conan career nadir, 300+ stories, 23 Conan stories, not 1/10th of his total output, 12 years, really interesting, racially objectionable material, worth talking about...2018-01-152h 33SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #455 - READALONG: The Moon Moth by Jack Vance The SFFaudio Podcast #455 -Jesse, Paul Weimer, Marissa Vu, and Bryan Alexander talk about The Moon Moth by Jack Vance Talked about on today’s game: 1961, dude!, The Science Fiction Hall Of Fame, the Seeing Ear Theatre adaptation, a setting and a culture and an experience, not very science fictiony, no weird transhumanism, deep interesting cultures and settings, more in the fantasy, a science fiction setting but it feels like fantasy, anthropological science fiction, Rite Of Passage by Alexi Panshin, Dune by Frank Herbert, goblins, the fantasy element of the masks, are you bold enough to...2018-01-082h 30SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #453 - READALONG: The Hood Maker by Philip K. Dick The SFFaudio Podcast #453 – Jesse, Paul, Marissa, Bryan Alexander, and Evan Lampe talk about The Hood Maker by Philip K. Dick Talked about on today’s show: This guy reads a lot of Philip K. Dick, the American Writers: 100 Pages At A Time (and Philip K. Dick Book Club) podcast, the Philip K. Dick Book Club, the end and the beginning, no reprint, 1987, reading minds, Paul thought it was okay, Marissa thought it was okay, Bryan was intrigued, Evan thinks its not his best post-human story, the stupid twist, they’re freaks?, language, orthogonal to the us...2017-12-251h 13SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #449 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: Dagon by H.P. Lovecraft The SFFaudio Podcast #449 – Dagon by H.P. Lovecraft; read by Oliver Wyman. This is an unabridged reading of the short story (16 minutes) followed by a discussion of it. Participants in the discussion include Jesse, Paul, Marissa, and Oliver Wyman. Talked about on today’s show: 100 years old, the beginning, because it is short, At The Mountains Of Madness, the narrator is insane, gone mad with fear, Pete Rawlik, The Shadow Over Innsmouth, a great Crispin Glover impersonation, Christopher Walken, the great war was then at its very beginning, pre-Lusitania, the narrator is either British or C...2017-11-271h 55GobbledygeekGobbledygeek315, “The Assassination of Jesse James - Don’t That Podcast Look Dusty?”135 years ago, Robert Ford put a bullet in the back of Jesse James’ head. 34 years ago, Ron Hansen put pen to paper for a literary retelling of this slaying, calling it The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford. 10 years ago, Australian writer-director Andrew Dominik put to film his version of this novel. What gets lost over time and multiple translations? What aspects of the legend become amplified, and what diminished? These are appropriately heady questions, as Dominik’s film tackles the very concepts of celebrity, idolatry, memory, and myth. The movie, met with decent reviews and zero...2017-06-221h 42GobbledygeekGobbledygeek314, "Wonder Woman - Amazon Prime (feat. Hallie Prime)"This week, the lasso of truth compels Paul and Arlo to tell you all about their thoughts on Patty Jenkins’ Wonder Woman, the fourth film in the DC Extended Universe and the first major female-led superhero movie since freaking Elektra. Joining them on this Themysciran horseback ride is friend of the show Hallie Prime. The gang discusses Gal Gadot’s note-perfect performance, Chris Pine’s frighteningly large eyebrows, whether or not the film’s villains live up to its hero, and if there’s still hope for the DCEU yet. Plus, Arlo gets all evangelical about The Leftovers. Next: af...2017-06-121h 57SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #388 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: From Beyond by H.P. Lovecraft The SFFaudio Podcast #388 – From Beyond by H.P. Lovecraft; read by Martin Reyto courtesy of Legamus. This is an unabridged reading of the short story (19 minutes) followed by a discussion of it. Participants in the discussion include Jesse, Paul Weimer, and Mr Jim Moon. Talked about on today’s show: Fantasy Fan, this story has to be visualized, the 1986 movie, the baroque language does not work on film, comedy gore and sex instead of adjectives, scary looking, a golden age of practical special effects, fantastic horror is the pinnacle of going nuts, Stuart Gordon, the...2016-09-2658 minSFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #387 - READALONG: Double Star by Robert A. Heinlein The SFFaudio Podcast #387 – Jesse, Paul, and Julie Davis talk about Double Star by Robert A. Heinlein. Talked about on today’s show: Astounding Science Fiction, February, March, April 1956, Scaramouche by Rafael Sabatini, making connections, good job, 100% first person, mistaken shallow perception -> deeper understanding, The Prince And The Pauper by Mark Twain, The Prisoner Of Zenda by Anthony Hope, the LibriVox audiobook levelated and made beautiful, humour, light, twitter conversation “bland” vs. “light”, bubbles along, swashbuckler, Heinlein is that you?, this is a book about politics, here are all the political systems, making fun of Heinlein is very easy...2016-09-191h 22GobbledygeekGobbledygeek287, "Time of the Preacher"Willie Nelson, John Wayne, preachers, bloodsuckers, angels, and arsefaces. Welcome to the world of Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon's classic Vertigo comic book Preacher, which has now been adapted into a television series on AMC courtesy of Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, and Breaking Bad's Sam Catlin. Paul and Arlo previously analyzed the comic book on the blog back in 2012 and now set their sights on the show's recently wrapped first season. The show takes an interesting route in exploring this tale of a small-town preacher cursed with the Word of God; namely, the ten hours that aired this year...2016-08-151h 47SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #370 - READALONG: The Crack In Space by Philip K. Dick The SFFaudio Podcast #370 – Jesse, Paul, and Marissa talk about The Crack In Space by Philip K. Dick. Talked about on today’s show: a terrible funny book, contemporary American politics, Jim Briskin, a bunch of stoners going out to dinner, political sophisticates, the ending, PKD is sick of his own story, precedents, Cantata 140, Johann Sebastian Bach’s When Sleepers Awake, H.G. Wells, seeing it from the wrong end, time travel, putting people into suspended animation, poor political intrigue, House Of Cards, what America is really about, racism and class, the cols and the jerrie...2016-05-2349 minSFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #312 - AUDIOBOOK/READALONG: Soft by F. Paul Wilson The SFFaudio Podcast #312 – Soft by F. Paul Wilson; read by Fred Heimbaugh. This is an unabridged reading of the story (34 minutes) followed by a discussion of it. Participants in the discussion include Jesse, Tamahome, and Fred. Talked about on today’s show: Humphrey Bogart, reading at school, Jesse’s job, Korean academy (Hagwon), enrichment, H.P. Lovecraft, writing poems about ghosts, Tiger moms, Korean Hogwarts, a period piece, the 5″ black&white TV screen, an emergency television?, a Casio LCD Walkman sized TV, body horror, tentacles, the rats are people?, a TV adaptation?, The Weird: A Compen...2015-04-131h 14SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #287 - READALONG: The Keep by F. Paul Wilson The SFFaudio Podcast #287 – Jesse, Seth, Mr Jim Moon, and John Feaster talk about The Keep by F. Paul Wilson. Talked about on today’s show: 1981, to a professor of Slavic languages, H.P. Lovecraft, Robert E. Howard, Clark Ashton Smith, the “First Age”, Hyperborea, At The Mountains Of Madness, The Mound, high fantasy, monstrous survivals, “two-fisted mighty thewed”, meeting the monster, this is not Lovecraft anymore, “big speeches very evil”, the movie, HBO, the sword is a laser beam?, that thing from Krull?, like Skeletor but less impressive, D’Spayre (Marvel Comics), “I expected you to come in eveni...2014-10-191h 22GobbledygeekGobbledygeekGobbledygeek 198, “Show Me Your Predator Face”After their discussion of Alien for the epic Alien/Predator podcrawl (see information on participating podcasts in the show notes), Paul and AJ now turn to John McTiernan's 1987 sci-fi actioner Predator. Arnold Schwarzenegger stalks the jungle, joined by the likes of tough guys Carl Weathers, Jesse Ventura, and...uh...Shane Black? Sure. They in turn are stalked by a nasty dreadlock-wearing mofo with one ugly mug. Is there anything to this movie? Not really. Does there need to be? The boys are a little divided, with Paul enjoying its macho silliness and AJ doing the opposite of that. One...2014-09-031h 08SFFaudioSFFaudioThe SFFaudio Podcast #250 - READALONG: Scanners Live In Vain by Cordwainer Smith The SFFaudio Podcast #250 – Jesse, Tamahome, J.J. Campanella, and Marissa van Uden discuss Scanners Live In Vain by Cordwainer Smith. Talked about on today’s show: Cordwainer Smith’s first story, Fantasy Book, Frederik Pohl, roughness but with power, space is not for humans, A Game Of Rat And Dragon, a cool cat story, Edgar Allan Poe, H.P. Lovecraft, a bit romantic with a cat, cyborgs, habermans, cranching, Paul Myron Anthony Linebarger (aka Cordwainer Smith), was that a Mandarin fingernail?, Sun Yat-sen, Chiang Kai-shek, a specialist in propaganda, the spacers union, On The Waterf...2014-02-0348 min