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Reroot with Eamon and BecHow Matt D'Avella Found His Spark AgainThis week, we’re joined by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Matt D'Avella, who opens up about the most painful business decision he’s ever made—firing people he loved. Matt shares how hiring too many people led to losing his spark and ultimately making the tough call to go back to being a solo creator. We also dive into the recent loss of his daughter Daisy, the challenges of balancing work and family, and how he found purpose through minimalism. Tune in for a more casual side of Matt and hear how he navigated life’s toughest moments to rediscover what truly ma...2025-02-261h 46
Three RulesStruthless shares 3 rules for lifeI'm joined by Cam Walker, illustrator, author and YouTuber, who is better known online as Struthless. His new book is called “Doom and Bloom: The Case for Creativity in a World Hooked on Panic”.
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Three Rules a short-form podcast by Matt D'Avella where guests share 3 rules that helped them find success or happiness.
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You Can Too with James Brackin IV#230: Matt D'Avella ⎼ A Guide To Finding Your Purpose In LifeMatt D'Avella is a Minimalist, YouTuber with close to 4M subscribers and an Emmy-nominated filmmaker.
00:00 Finding Excitement and Purpose in Work
03:04 Transitioning to YouTube and the Challenges of Content Creation
07:11 Transitioning from Freelancing to YouTube
11:00 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Comparison
14:22 The Impact of Tom Shadyac and Minimalism
17:45 Changing Relationship with Work and Finding Balance
20:47 Lessons from a Year of Habits
23:55 Shifting Relationship with Work and Priorities
26:37 Content Creation and Self-Discovery
28:43 Questioning Assumptions and Priorities
34:28 Taking a Step Back and Redefining Success
37:47 Navigating the Pressure of the Algorithm and Quantity
40:03 Focus on Quality over Quantity
42:07 Knowing How Much is Enough
43:12 Building...2024-02-2256 min
Creator Science[REPLAY] Matt D'Avella – Freelancing, filmmaking, podcasting, and finding success on YouTube.Matt D'Avella is a filmmaker, YouTuber & podcaster that explores what it means to live a good life. Matt directed Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things, which was acquired by Netflix in 2016. His YouTube channel has nearly 3 million subscribers, and his videos have been viewed more than 175 million times. In this episode, we talk about his experience creating the Minimalism documentary, managing his creative energy, crafting a good story, and how Experimentation has helped him find success on YouTube.Learn more about Matt D'AvellaFollow Matt D'Avella on TwitterSubscribe to Matt D'Avella...2022-06-211h 00
Next Level Soul Podcast with Alex FerrariNLS 003: Minimalism - How to Focus on What's Really Important with Matt D'AvellaWe are are here today to discuss the concept of minimalism defined as:Minimalism is all about living with less. This includes less financial burdens such as debt and unnecessary expenses. ... For many minimalists, the philosophy is about getting rid of excess stuff and living life based on experiences rather than worldly possessions. - Christopher MurrayToday on the show we have minimalist Matt D'Avella. Matt directed an amazing documentary called Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things. He has also built a massive fanbase of 3.15 million followers interested in minimalism on YouTube.The...2021-04-171h 07
The Daily Talk Show#969 - Acting In A Matt D'Avella VideoWe chat about Bodhi learning to ride this weekend, acting in Matt D'Avella's next video, Josh nearly breaking down on the Great Ocean Road and being productive on the weekend!On today's episode of The Daily Talk Show, we discuss: Feeling good about the weekBodhi learnt to ride a bikeActing in Matt D'Avella's upcoming video12 Apostles"That Was Epic" on YouTube"Mr. Taster" on YouTubeWorking on the weekend'How To Stop Worrying' - Dale CarnegieJosh is listening to violinsWatch and listen to this episode of The Daily Talk Show Email us: hi...2021-03-0138 minThe Daily Talk Show#968 - Matt D'Avella Rates Australian FoodMatt D'Avella joins us for Fat Fridays! We get him to try some classic Australian food, chat about making videos for YouTube vs Netflix, how he deals with feedback, the importance of titles, his anxiety, and his love for the process.On today's episode of The Daily Talk Show, we discuss: Matt's stint in Hotel QuarantineTim TamsVegemiteCaramello KoalaSausage sizzleMatt's new Netflix film "Less Is Now"Dealing with good and negative feedbackYouTube vs NetflixVideo titlesSocial mediaStarting YouTube full timeAnxietyOther YouTubersBrand integrations and coursesStaying busy and saving money Watch and listen to this ep...2021-02-261h 05
Starting Now with Jeff Sarris21/ Matt D'Avella: From Netflix to YouTubeThis week I talk to Matt D'Avella while he's in hotel quarantine in Australia. We talk about his move to Sydney, minimalism, his latest Netflix Original documentary, the pros and cons of a large film production, and how he makes money on YouTube.
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- The Minimalists: Less Is Now - Matt's latest Netflix Original documentary
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As always, this episode of Starting Now is brought to you by BYLT. At BYLT we help you get started online. Whether you want to start...2020-12-3058 min
The RevolutionFI Podcast: Earning Your Way to Financial Independence[Hot Pods] Matt D’Avella is Growing SlowIn this new episode of The RevolutionFI Podcast, Tim discovers from Pat Flynn why Matt D'Avella is growing slow.
“So, the question is this: How can 50+ folks like us, honest and hard-working, how do we manage our current responsibilities and still plan for retirement? 401ks alone won’t be enough and we don’t have 40 years to save, so how do we leverage our experience and wisdom to gain financial independence? That is the question, and this podcast will give you the answers. My name is Tim, and welcome to the Revolution. The RevolutionFI podcast.”
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The Smart Passive Income Online Business and Blogging PodcastThe Story of Matt D'Avella and His Rise to YouTube Fame#447: Matt D'Avella is one of the most entertaining YouTubers I've found in a long time—his videos are engaging and his storytelling is brilliant. He's also the director of the 2015 documentary film Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things. In this episode, Matt starts at the beginning and unpacks how he was able to go from $97k in student loans to debt-free with a thriving YouTube channel. He explains how he found his voice in front of the camera, his process for creating high-view uploads, and why he launched his new course platform, Slow Growth Academy.Whether yo...2020-11-1145 min
Creator ScienceMatt D'Avella – Freelancing, filmmaking, podcasting, and finding success on YouTube.Matt D'Avella is a filmmaker, YouTuber & podcaster that explores what it means to live a good life. Matt directed Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things, which was acquired by Netflix in 2016. His YouTube channel has nearly 3 million subscribers, and his videos have been viewed more than 175 million times. In this episode we talk about his experience creating the Minimalism documentary, managing his creative energy, crafting a good story, and how Experimentation has helped him find success on YouTube.Transcript and show notes can be found here***RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ #112: Thomas Fr...2020-08-1859 min
z17Matt D'Avella's To-Do List App ✅Productivity legend, Matt D'Avella uses a to-do list application, in this video we explore his chosen tool of TeuxDeux, how it works, and why he would use this to-do list app. You can subscribe to Matt here on YouTube: https://buff.ly/2wJLRkf
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Pathfinders PodcastEpisode #01 Matt D'Avella - Youtuber, Minimalist, Podcaster and FilmmakerWelcome to the first episode of the Pathfinders Podcast, brought to you by 99 Percent Lifestyle magazine.
Matt D'Avella is a Youtuber and Documentary Filmmaker who produces a lot of content around the minimalism movement. Matt has created two Netflix documentaries and built a large following on Youtube in a very short period. Matt describes himself as an experimenter, as someone who is striving to learn more and take his audience on the journey with him. Matt is also a podcaster where he sits down with some of the worlds leading experts as he searches for ways to...2020-05-0851 min
Indie Film Hustle® - A Filmmaking PodcastIFH 368: Building a Minimalist Filmmaking Empire with Matt D'AvellaToday on the show we have minimalist filmmaking guru Matt D'Avella. I had the pleasure of being on Matt's podcast The GroundUp Show back in 2017 when he was still a young and up and coming podcaster.One day I turned around and saw that Matt had built a following of over 2 million followers on Youtube. It was official, he was a Youtube star. Matt was able to build this business using his filmmaking toolbox. Before his Youtube fame, he directed an amazing documentary called Minimalism. That film went onto to run on Netflix and was sold around the...2019-12-171h 21The Daily Talk Show#509 - Matt D'Avella's Rules For Filmmaking & MassagesMatt D'Avella joins us today! We chat about Matt's rules for filmmaking, mental health and anxiety, and Matt's massage incident.On today's episode of The Daily Talk Show, we discuss: - Eating out- Matt's rules for filmmaking- The three year rule- Mental health, anxiety and support- Matt's massage incidentWatch and listen to this episode of The Daily Talk Show at https://thedailytalkshow.com/509Email us: hi@thedailytalkshow.comSend us mail: PO BOX 400, Abbotsford VIC 3067The Daily Talk S...2019-11-0757 min
Passion In Progress with Javier MercedesPIP 074: Matt D'Avella, Yes Theory, Samir Chaudry, and more - Asking YouTubers What Their Best Investment Has BeenAsking YouTubers What Their Best Investment Has Been in the last year. Matt D'Avella, Yes Theory, Samir Chaudry of Colin and Samir, Tyler Babin and Audrey Ember. We hear from some heavy hitters in the YouTube space and what their biggest investment has been in the last year, personal or business. This question strikes home for me because I have been pursuing YouTube seriously for a year now and there is a lot of advice I would give my prior self. I want to help you understand what these amazing creators got the most return on investment...2019-10-3012 min
That Creative LifeMatt D'Avella - His Climb to 2 Million YouTube Subscribers, Getting Sued and His Netflix DocumentaryMatt D'Avella is a minimalist, filmmaker and YouTuber. He made the Netflix documentary "Minimalism" and has exploded to 2 million YouTube this past year. We talk about his beginning on YouTube, what makes a good documentary and how to get a film on Netflix.
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Three RulesFitness Advice to Live ByJordan Syatt is a world record powerlifter & strength coach.2019-06-271h 02
Three RulesOvercoming AnxietyCaroline Zook & I talk about our experiences with anxiety. Caroline is the co-founder of Wandering Aimfully. Support the show here: patreon.com/mattdavella2019-06-2038 min
Three RulesJack Conte on Overthinking EverythingJack Conte is the CEO of Patreon.2019-06-1441 min
Three RulesA Minimalist Approach to BusinessPaul Jarvis shares why you might want to rethink growth as the status quo, how social media has changed the way we think about success & the three questions you should ask yourself before working towards any goal. Find Paul here: http://pjrvs.com Get the full full interview here: patreon.com/mattdavella2019-06-0617 min
Three RulesThe Morning RoutineJosh Janssen, from The Daily Talk Show, joins me to discuss waking up early, morning routines & why we care how others start their day. Get short weekly emails from me on minimalism, habits & productivity: mattdavella.com. 2019-05-231h 00
Three RulesRamit Sethi on Mastering Personal FinanceRamit Sethi, New York Times bestselling author of I Will Teach You to be Rich, comes by to discuss how to earn more money, create healthy spending habits & change the way we’ve been thinking about money for our entire lives. Get short weekly emails from me on minimalism, habits & productivity: mattdavella.com. Get additional videos every month & support this podcast: patreon.com/mattdavella.2019-05-1636 min
Three RulesDoes meditation really work?Tommy Jackett, from The Daily Talk Show, joins me to discuss our experience meditating for the past month. Did we reach enlightenment? Find out! Get short weekly emails from me on minimalism, habits & productivity: mattdavella.com. Get additional videos every month & support this podcast: patreon.com/mattdavella.2019-05-0957 min
Three RulesQuitting Social MediaSorelle Amore is a YouTuber & Photographer. On this episode we talk about quitting social media & why you might want to try it for 30 days. xx Get short weekly emails from me on minimalism, habits & productivity: mattdavella.com. Get additional videos every month & support this podcast: patreon.com/mattdavella.2019-05-021h 08
Three RulesJohann Hari on The Loneliness EpidemicJohann Hari, author of the NY Times Bestseller Lost Connections, set out across the world to speak with leading experts on depression, anxiety & loneliness to discover what has caused our epidemic of loneliness. And more importantly how to solve it. To get the full 40 minute interview, as well as other extended interviews & my exclusive AMA podcast sign up at patreon.com/mattdavella.2019-04-2520 min
Three RulesBecoming an EssentialistGreg McKeown is the author of the NY Times Bestselling book Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less. This is my edited conversation with Greg about his Essentialist philosophy, the myth of success and why small consistent steps far outweigh the alternative. You can get the full 1 hour interview at patreon.com/mattdavella.2019-04-1829 min
Cat & Cloud PodcastMatt D'Avella | The Worst Thing You Can Do Is Nothing1 & 1s with Evelyn Siguenza - Subscribe!:
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Navigating The Hustle#53: Matt D'Avella - Freelance, Business, Habits & MoreMatt D'Avella first interviewed me on his podcast The Ground Up in March 2018 where we chatted freelancing, business and habits.This time round it was my turn to flip the questions on him! Enjoy.The Ground Up - Episode #53 (feat me): https://youtu.be/LRxcLOMM0S8Send Matt some love: https://www.instagram.com/mattdavella/Filmed & Edited by Jethro Staggs2019-03-1954 minNavigating The Hustle#53: Matt D'Avella - Freelance, Business, Habits & MoreMatt D'Avella first interviewed me on his podcast The Ground Up in March 2018 where we chatted freelancing, business and habits.This time round it was my turn to flip the questions on him! Enjoy.The Ground Up - Episode #53 (feat me): https://youtu.be/LRxcLOMM0S8Send Matt some love: https://www.instagram.com/mattdavella/Filmed & Edited by Jethro Staggs2019-03-1954 min
Three RulesGaryVee on Minimalism, Hustle & Finding MeaningGary Vaynerchuk is a 5x New York Times bestselling author, angel investor, chairman of VaynerX & CEO of VaynerMedia. Watch this interview at youtube.com/mattdavella. Learn about my process & how I make films in exclusive videos at patreon.com/mattdavella. I release new videos every month including an AMA podcast answering your questions.2019-03-1532 min
The Stalman Podcast49: How to be a Minimalist Creator, with Matt D'AvellaWhat happens when a tech savvy filmmaker loves expensive camera gear, but is also a minimalist? Matt D'Avella walks the fine line of owning the cutting edge without being consumed by it. Special Guest: Matt D'Avella.Links:The Era of Upgrades - YouTubeMatt's movie - Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things (Official Trailer) - YouTubeSound Devices MixPre-3 Audio Recorder/Mixer and USB MIXPRE-3 B&HThe Ground Up ShowBelkin F7U017bt Car Mount2019-03-051h 04
The Stalman PodcastHow to be a Minimalist Creator, with Matt D'AvellaWhat happens when a tech savvy filmmaker loves expensive camera gear, but is also a minimalist? Matt D'Avella walks the fine line of owning the cutting edge without being consumed by it. Special Guest: Matt D'Avella.Links:The Era of Upgrades - YouTubeMatt's movie - Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things (Official Trailer) - YouTubeSound Devices MixPre-3 Audio Recorder/Mixer and USB MIXPRE-3 B&HThe Ground Up ShowBelkin F7U017bt Car Mount2019-03-051h 04
Three RulesGetting StartedWe made it to episode 100! I take questions & comments from listeners to celebrate. Enjoy.2019-02-281h 19
Three RulesWhen to Quit & When to StickMichelle D'Avella is a breath-work teacher & author of The Bright Side of a Broken Heart. You can find more about her work at pushingbeauty.com or check out her YouTube channel at the link above. You can find her work at pushingbeauty.com. Support this podcast a patreon.com/mattdavella & get access to exclusive videos.2019-02-201h 14
The Daily Talk Show#287 - The Art Of Being Dirty With Matt D'AvellaOn today's episode of The Daily Talk Show we're joined by our mate Matt D'Avella. Matt released a new video, The Other Side of Burnout, discussing how to hustle with intention and managing burn out.
We discuss:
Matt's new documentary, The Other Side of Burnout
When to take your foot off the gas
The next phase of The Ground Up Show
Matt's interesting day as a filmmaker
Having multiple personas as a creator
An update on Matt's sunburn
The Chipotle food diary
Matt's new video, The Other Side of Burnout:
https://www.youtube.com...2019-02-201h 01
Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick HansonMinimalism with Matt D'AvellaForrest and Matt D’Avella, director of the Netflix documentary Minimalism, explore why minimalism changed Matt's life, how we can become more fulfilled by redefining success, and the importance of taking the first step toward distant goals.Matt's YouTube ChannelMatt's Podcast: The Ground Up ShowTimestamps:1:00: The power of establishing routines.5:45: Finding minimalism.9:45: Redefining success.11:40: Lifestyle creep and greed.14:30: Recognizing our needs.15:50: Finding buffer time.20:00: Unplugging from social media.24:20: Why has minimalism become more popular?...2019-02-1852 min
Three RulesChris Baca on The Business of CoffeeChris Baca is a three time US Barista Championship finalist, YouTuber, and cofounder of Cat and Cloud Coffee. In this episode we talk about how he got into the coffee business, the importance of authenticity, and how his employees’ well being drives their company. Find Chris here: https://www.youtube.com/realchrisbaca and https://catandcloud.com/ Support this podcast & get exclusive videos only on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mattdavella Episode Highlights: 01:15 - “Adding Value” 04:31 - Chris and his coffee company 10:12 - Starting simple and not trying to over-optimize...2019-02-131h 12
Three RulesSetting Life PrioritiesJason Zook is a an entrepreneur who runs an online community called Wandering Aimfully for creative entrepreneurs who are also interested in earning a sustainable income and crafting an authentic, fulfilling life. In this episode we talk about getting out of debt, balancing minimalism with ambition, and setting priorities in life. Find Jason here: https://wanderingaimfully.com/ Support this podcast & get exclusive videos only on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mattdavella Episode Highlights: 05:59 - Jason’s background 09:15 - Taking the long term view 14:49 - What does YouTube feel like no...2019-02-061h 04
The Colin and Samir ShowCreating a career doing what you love with Matt D'avellaThis week on the Colin and Samir Podcast, we’re joined by our good friend Matt D’avella. We first met Matt about a year ago when we were on his podcast - The Ground Up Show. Over the past year Matt has grown a serious audience on YouTube, he’s about to cross 1 million subscribers, and some of his videos have hit the 7 million view mark. The interesting thing about Matt is that he’s made YouTube a career for himself without any advertising or sponsorships. He’s paved his own way to make filmmaking a career. On this episo...2019-01-301h 00
Three RulesWhat do you have to lose?Bret Iwan is the voice of Mickey Mouse. In this episode we talk about creative fulfillment, finding balance, and the crazy story of how he landed the gig of one of the most recognizable voices in entertainment. Find Bret here: https://www.instagram.com/bretiwanvo Support this podcast & get exclusive videos only on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mattdavella Episode Highlights: 01:00 - Becoming Mickey 15:52 - Disney changed the game 27:22 - Being a VO Actor and having fans 29:57 - Filling Mickey’s shoes 31:55 - What it’s like to r...2019-01-301h 04
Three RulesReframing FailureCaroline Zook is an artist and creative entrepreneur. In this episode we talk about getting swept up in the rat race, the importance of authenticity, and how to change the way you think about failure. Caroline's membership community: https://join.wanderingaimfully.com/ Support this podcast & get exclusive videos only on Patreon: http://patreon.com/mattdavella Episode Highlights: 00:56 - Introduction: Ad agency and starting to make money online 04:47 - Starting to listen to her creative side and redefining success 11:55 - Getting swept up in the rat race 18:01...2019-01-231h 01
Three RulesAlex Banayan on Success and HappinessAlex Banayan is an entrepreneur and author of the book, The Third Door: The Wild Quest to Uncover How the World’s Most Successful People Launched their Careers. In this episode we talk about overcoming fear, the dangers of being overly persistent, and the truth about success and happiness. Find Alex here: https://thirddoorbook.com/ Support this podcast & get exclusive videos only on Patreon:http://patreon.com/mattdavella Episode Highlights: 00:58 - Success and happiness are linked09:39 - Defining success and advice for people on the journey14:11 - Pr...2019-01-161h 08
Three RulesMen's Mental HealthDan Doty: twitter.com/danieldoty Evryman: evryman.com Support this podcast & get exclusive videos at patreon.com/mattdavella.2019-01-091h 07
Three RulesSlow FashionDani Nagel: instagram.com/danidazey Dazey: www.dazeyla.com Support this podcast & get exclusive videos at patreon.com/mattdavella.2019-01-021h 03
Three RulesThomas Frank on ProductivityThomas Frank: youtube.com/thomasfrank Support this podcast & get exclusive videos at patreon.com/mattdavella.2018-12-261h 05
Three RulesIt's time to slow downI'm taking next week off. See you all in a few. If you want to support this podcast, get exclusive videos & podcast episodes go here: patreon.com/mattdavella Thanks for listening!2018-12-1206 min
Three RulesKeeping Fitness SimpleFitMenCook: https://fitmencook.com/ Get Kevin's new book: https://goo.gl/joNTko Support this podcast & get exclusive videos at patreon.com/mattdavella.2018-12-051h 03
Three RulesThe Impostor SyndromeJosh & Tommy's Podcast: http://thedailytalkshow.com Josh & Tommy's Company: http://bigmediacompany.com Support this podcast & get exclusive videos at patreon.com/mattdavella.2018-11-281h 05
Three RulesThings Worth SacrificingDaniel DeArco is an experimental photographer, filmmaker & fabricator that makes creative camera rigs for his projects like a slider that moves 24mph in a split second. Support this podcast & get exclusive videos at patreon.com/mattdavella.2018-11-211h 09
The Lavendaire Lifestyle91: Minimalism + Creating Meaningful Content w/ Matt D’Avella“The whole point is to get past the ‘stuff'.” While we often think of minimalism as having less ‘stuff', it's not about the stuff at all. The goal is to get past the focus of material things in order to live a life that's truly meaningful to you. Today we have Matt D'Avella, a filmmaker ... Read more
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Three RulesFearless CreativityFind Puno here: ilovecreatives.com and on Instagram: @punodostres Support this podcast & get exclusive videos at patreon.com/mattdavella.2018-11-141h 12
Three RulesThe Pressure to Keep UpJustin "Henny" Henderson a 4x grammy nominated, award-winning, multi-platinum record producer. He’s worked with Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Jay Z & Lil Wayne. Support this podcast & get exclusive videos on lifestyle design, creativity, filmmaking and business: patreon.com/mattdavella2018-11-071h 08
Three RulesCole Walliser on The Power of Making DecisionsCole Walliser is a Los Angeles based commercial director that’s worked with Miley Cyrus, Pink & Katy Perry. Support this podcast & get exclusive videos on lifestyle design, creativity, filmmaking and business: patreon.com/mattdavella2018-10-311h 25
Three RulesFacing ResistanceSarah Moshman is a documentary filmmaker that focuses on telling stories about powerful women. Her Netflix documentary Losing Sight of Shore follows four women as they row across the Pacific Ocean unassisted from America to Australia. Support this podcast & get exclusive videos at patreon.com/mattdavella.2018-10-241h 03
Three RulesJames Clear on Tiny Changes with Big ResultsJames Clear is the author of the book Atomic Habits. His work combines a range of disciplines including biology, neuroscience, psychology & philosophy. Support this podcast & get exclusive videos on lifestyle design, creativity, filmmaking and business: patreon.com/mattdavella2018-10-171h 23
The Daily Talk Show#196 - Matt D'Avella On Building AudiencesThe Daily Talk Show — Tuesday October 16 (Ep 196) - Josh Janssen & Tommy Jackett
Our mate Matt D'Avella is a documentary filmmaker behind the Netflix documentary Minimalism and the Invision documentary, Design Disruptors.
He's now brought his creativity to YouTube, creating a successful YouTube channel with over 250,000 subscribers, and a weekly podcast called The Ground Up Show.
On today's episode of The Daily Talk Show from Matt's apartment in West Hollywood, we chat about the difference of pointing the camera at yourself, the labels we're known for, not consuming the type of content you're creating, 8 mo...2018-10-151h 00
Three RulesThe Art of DetachmentTatiana DeMaria is a talented musician, singer & songwriter. She's topped the charts with her rock band TAT & has produced music for television & film. Support this podcast & get exclusive videos on lifestyle design, creativity, filmmaking and business. Only on Patreon. patreon.com/mattdavella2018-10-101h 13
Three RulesPrepare for the WorstChris Newhard is a director of photography & owner of Book Light Creative. He's back on the show to help me answer listener questions about money, filmmaking & freelancing. Contribute & get exclusive content at patreon.com/mattdavella.2018-10-031h 18
Three RulesThe Minimal Van LifeAubry & Christian live in a van. The two, known as Minimal Millennials online, create videos on YouTube about their van life journey. Support this independent podcast for $1 an episode on Patreon. Contribute $3 an ep to get exclusive vlogs & ama's.2018-09-261h 17
Three RulesDeath to the Status QuoDavid Sherry is the founder of Death to Stock, a membership community that delivers personal, curated non-stock photos & video. On the podcast we talk about building your audience slow & with integrity, I try to convince David that he’s a minimalist, & how experimenting will lead to your creative & personal breakthroughs. Contribute & get exclusive content at patreon.com/mattdavella.2018-09-191h 18
Three RulesBecome IndispensableJack Coyne is a filmmaker & YouTuber. We talk about how he’s been able to keep the momentum going, whether you should seek passion or stability, and he offers advice for those who are looking to land their first gig and become indispensable. Contribute & get exclusive content at patreon.com/mattdavella.2018-09-121h 03
Three RulesGet Past RoadblocksCody Wanner is a filmmaker passionate about encouraging the doers of the world. On the podcast we talk about how to overcome roadblocks, when to say yes & why there is no such thing as a small creator. Contribute & get exclusive content at patreon.com/mattdavella.2018-09-051h 01
Three RulesLetting Go of Stuff with Todd GlassTodd Glass is a comedian and host of The Todd Glass Show. His latest comedy special Act Happy is available on Netflix. On this episode we talk about Todd’s journey to letting go of stuff, the mantra’s that help guide his minimalist philosophy, and what things might be worth holding onto. This podcast is made possible by Patreon subscribers. Get my exclusive AMA podcast & vlog at patreon.com/mattdavella.2018-08-291h 06
Three RulesIt Doesn't Hurt to AskSterling Grinnell is a filmmaker & photographer based in Denver, Colorado. You can watch his videos on YouTube or hire him for your next project. This podcast is made possible by Patreon subscribers. Get my exclusive AMA podcast & vlog at patreon.com/mattdavella.2018-08-271h 08
Three RulesHow Much is Enough?Jason Zook is an entrepreneur & author. Along with his wife he co-founded Wandering Aimfully, an online community for creative entrepreneurs who are equally interested in earning a sustainable income and crafting an authentic, fulfilling life. Contribute & get exclusive content at patreon.com/mattdavella.2018-08-221h 59
Three RulesDreams Don't Come True, Decisions DoT.K. Coleman is a podcaster, blogger & Education Director at Praxis, an apprenticeship program designed to give an alternative to college. On the podcast we discuss... 1. The true cost of not following your passion. 2. Why you should plan for the worst day of your week. 3. And the value in sharing your big goals & dreams with the world. Thanks for listening! groundupshow.com2018-08-151h 21
Three RulesTaking Minimalism Too FarKraig Adams makes videos about minimalism, tech & travel on his YouTube channel. On this episode we talk about when minimalism goes too far, how to avoid click-bate and sensational content, being original & how to simplify the role of social media in your life.2018-08-081h 23
Three RulesOpen up to PossibilityBrandin LaShea is a chef, business owner & host of an online show called POTPIE, a series where she cooks cannabis infused foods for her friends. We talk about marijuana and its many myths, the history of hip hop and how it’s changed, as well as knowing when to celebrate & treat yourself and when to put that extra cash into 401k. groundupshow.com2018-08-011h 02
Three RulesLewis Howes on Living with a Sense of UrgencyLewis Howes is a professional football player turned entrepreneur, podcaster & author. On this episode of The Ground Up Show we discuss... Why people need to live with a sense of urgency. Getting clear on your vision & the questions you should be asking yourself. And we talk about our mutual admiration & ambition to get Dwayne The Rock Johnson on our respective podcasts. New episodes every Wednesday. Submit to the Get The Rock on Matt's Podcast Jingle Competition (TM) today at hello@mattdavella.com. Can't wait to hear from you!! The Get The Rock on...2018-07-251h 05
Three RulesThe Power of Constraints with Mango StreetDaniel & Rachel from Mango Street create YouTube videos & tutorials without the bullshit for over 670k subscribers. On this episode we cover... Why constraints will help you become a more efficient creator and help you develop your visual style. How having too much gear can distract you. Why you should ask for forgiveness instead of permission. Submit to the tentatively titled Get The Rock on Matt’s Podcast Jingle Competition. Email your 5 second jingle to hello@mattdavella.com. New podcast every Wednesday. Get more stuff at groundupshow.com.2018-07-181h 14
Three RulesInvest in YourselfCaleb Wojcik is a Filmmaker & YouTuber that shows his audience how to make better videos. Transparency (especially when creating & making money online). Why it might be a good idea to invest money in yourself when you barely have any. How Caleb left his job to build a six figure filmmaking business. How to keep creating when no one is watching. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast leave a review on iTunes or share your favorite episode with a friend. Hear about my new course... mattdavella.com/newsletter2018-07-111h 36
Three RulesLavendaire on Decluttering Your Way to ClarityAileen Xu (also known as Lavendaire) is a YouTuber, Lifestyle Blogger & Artist. This week we discuss... Minimalism & how it might apply to your life. Building a brand & business outside of YouTube. And how to organize your weeks to be more productive. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast leave a review on iTunes or share your favorite episode with a friend. Get notified about my new course: mattdavella.com/newsletter2018-07-041h 08
Men of Growth079: How to Avoid a Mediocre Life | Matt D'avellaIn this episode of the Grow or Die Mid-Week Checkpoint Edition, we examine a short YouTube clip from Matt D’avella, creator of the documentary “Minimalism” and popular podcast “The Ground Up Show.”2018-06-2700 min
Three RulesA Guide to Getting UnstuckNate Green is a fitness expert & author that advocates a simple approach to well-being. On this episode we cover... Breakdown what it takes to make lasting changes in your life. How a degree isn’t necessary if you have experience & connections. Pareto’s 80/20 principle & why focusing on the tiny hacks and tweaks will stop you from starting. The Nuclear Mode. A very creative strategy he uses to restrict the time spent on his phone. Subscribe to my newsletter and find out about my new course here... mattdavella.com/newsletter2018-06-271h 28
Three RulesThinking on Your FeetBlake Wexler is a comedian & writer. His latest album with Todd Glass called “12 Years of Voicemails from Todd Glass to Blake Wexler” peaked at #1 on iTunes. I'll let you guess what the album is about. On this episode we cover... Self-distribution vs working with producers & production companies. How he got started as a comedian & improved his craft. One of his earliest & most memorable experiences bombing on stage. How to face rejection & doubt. Go to groundupshow.com for more. Thanks for listening!2018-06-201h 19
Three RulesTurn Down the NoiseTerrence Cunningham is a singer, musician & author. He recently appeared on NBC's The Voice where his first audition astounded the judges. We talk about how to turn down the noise, creating a life-long career as an artist & how to be a fearless creator. New podcast every Wednesday! YouTube: https://goo.gl/nzS5ri Podcast: http://groundupshow.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/mattdavella/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/mattdavella/ Thanks for listening!2018-06-131h 10
Three RulesAmber Rae on The Myth of SuccessAmber Rae is an author, blogger & coach. On this episode of The Ground Up Show we discuss everything that's wrong with our view of success, what stops people from starting & how to finish your next project. New podcast every Wednesday! YouTube: https://goo.gl/nzS5ri Podcast: http://groundupshow.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/mattdavella/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/mattdavella/ Thanks for listening!2018-06-061h 23
Three RulesColin & Samir on The ProcessColin & Samir are filmmakers & content creators that have a YouTube channel called Colin & Samir. On this episode we talk about how to deal with pressure, maintaining ownership & productivity vs business. Enjoy! New podcast every Wednesday! YouTube: https://goo.gl/nzS5ri Podcast: http://groundupshow.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/mattdavella/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/mattdavella/ Thanks for listening!2018-05-302h 06
Three RulesAsk Me Anything #4I'm answering your questions about minimalism, productivity, comparing yourself to others, knowing when to take the leap & lots more. This is the 4th AMA. Enjoy! New podcast every Wednesday! (And now sometimes Monday). Subscribe: https://goo.gl/nzS5ri Podcast: http://groundupshow.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/mattdavella/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/mattdavella/ Thanks for listening!2018-05-281h 02
Three RulesSearching for Meaning with Tyler BabinTyler Babin is a photographer & video creator for Gary Vee. On this episode we talk about how to simplify your content strategy, how he turned an Uber ride into his dream job, life & death experiences, magic tricks & a lot more. New podcast every Wednesday! Subscribe: https://goo.gl/nzS5ri Podcast: http://groundupshow.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/mattdavella/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/mattdavella/ Thanks for listening!2018-05-231h 22
The Colin and Samir ShowHow to Sell Your Movie to Netflix with Filmmaker Matt D'avellaMatt D'avella is an award-winning documentary filmmaker best known for his movie Minimalism. Matt has done something that Colin and I have always wanted to do, make a movie and sell it to Netflix. Matt asked us to be on his podcast and after we were done recording the episode we kept the mics on and asked him some questions. Make sure to check out Matt on YouTube where he releases The Ground Up Show (his podcast) in full along with insightful tips for aspiring creatives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...2018-05-2324 min
Three RulesOn Taking ActionAdam Sjoberg is a documentary & commercial filmmaker that’s traveled to over 60 countries working on both independent & full scale productions. His first doc Shake the Dust, executive produced by NAS, chronicles the influence of breakdancing and its ties to the slums & ghettos around the world. We talk about breaking free from The Matrix and defining your own path, he gives some of the most practical & actionable advice I’ve heard from aspiring storytellers, and we discuss the importance of learning the business side of your creative path. Find Adam here: looseluggagemedia.com ...2018-05-161h 20
Three RulesEditing and the Art of StorytellingJoe Beshenkovsky is the Emmy award-winning editor behind This American Life. His film’s include Objectified, Cobain: Montage of Heck & Judd Apatow’s The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling. On this episode we go deep into what it takes to tell a great story. Every creative can get something out of this, but if you’re a filmmaker you need to stick around for the entire episode. There are at least a dozen gems that will improve your storytelling abilities from... Why it’s important to have subjects that speak from authority, trimming out the fat, nev...2018-05-091h 19
Three RulesThe GrindDan Prakopcyk is a LA photographer that's worked with G-Eazy, toured with John Mayer and his work has been featured in Complex, Rolling Stone & Spin. We talk about how he worked his was up as PA struggling in NYC to landing his first gigs and making it as a freelance photographer. We answer some big questions like: When should you work for free? When should you lower rate? How do you find clients when there’s no one knocking at your door? More from Dan: prakopcyk.com More from the podcast: groundupshow.com2018-05-021h 34
Three RulesBuilding a Side Hustle with Sierra KatowSierra Katow is a comedian & writer living in Los Angeles. We discuss what it takes to make it as a working comic today, her side hustle as a full stack developer, and doing the work up front so you’re ready the moment things take off. More from Sierra: sierrakatow.com More from the podcast: groundupshow.com2018-04-251h 23
Three RulesMinimize DistractionsAnthony Ongaro is the filmmaker & writer behind Break the Twitch where he inspires people to their minimize distractions and do more of what matters. In our conversation we cover: How to fail forward and learn from the mistakes we’ve made. The steps it takes to leave your corporate job to pursue an untraditional path. Anthony talks about what he would do differently as well as the things that worked. And how to control our content when we live in a world where we host it on other platforms. What can you do to regain control? Find ou...2018-04-181h 29
Three RulesOn Going ViralHope Leigh is on the podcast today to talk about creating content, preparing for virality (it’s kinda like preparing for a good earthquake), and the exact kind of consistency that’s going to help you grow your audience. Her mantra: capture joy & build community. Hope’s danced with a few viral campaigns that we’ll get to in this podcast. These days she’s a branding strategist & content creator that works with dozens of brands to help make their shit look dope online. More from Hope: hopeleigh.com More from the podcast: groundupsho2018-04-111h 21
Three RulesHow to FreelanceRyan Bowles wants to help creatives & freelancers push themselves further & grow their businesses. In this episode we learn about how Ryan went from failing art classes to becoming a designer. And we also break down the three biggest points of struggle for freelancers: How do you get clients? How do you build a relationship/communicate with clients? What do you charge? More from Ryan: ryanlbowles.com More from the podcast: groundupshow.com2018-04-041h 10
Three RulesStep Into FearQuddus Philippe is a media personality, actor & entrepreneur behind Camera Ready. Today he helps people transform and level up their on-camera presence by working on deeper blind spots. This isn't about looking good on camera or ironing your shirt. It's about doing the work you've been putting off for years. As Quddus explains on the podcast, "When fear is present the teacher is in the room." How might facing fear help you grow this week? More from Quddus: camerareadynow.com More from the podcast: groundupshow.com2018-03-281h 14
Three RulesStaying TrueChristian Crosby is an entertainer & entrepreneur. When he’s not hosting the 76ers basketball games he’s dedicating himself to his company Live Life Nice: a media company challenging people to stop being assholes (my words not theirs) and to be a nice person. New episodes every Wednesday! groundupshow.com2018-03-211h 18
Three RulesAsk Me Anything #3Let's celebrate episode 50 with another Ask Me Anything. On this episode I answer questions from podcast listeners all over the world. Thanks for sending them in! If I didn't get to your question this time around (and ya'll liked this one) then I'll try to get to you on the next one. New podcast every Wednesday! groundupshow.com2018-03-141h 01
Three RulesSara Dietschy on Becoming a CreatorSara Dietschy is a filmmaker & podcaster that shares her passion for creating films & exploring the latest in tech. We talk about finding happiness in a $13 salad, how to create engaging content for YouTube & that time Casey Neistat gave her props in a video and she got 40k subscribers in a day. New episodes every Wednesday! groundupshow.com2018-03-071h 28
The Pushing Beauty Podcast14 Minimalism with Matt D'AvellaIn my first ever interview, I chat with my brother and friend, Matt D'Avella about minimalism, how Matt created the film Minimalism, and how minimalism can impact your life. Matt is the director, producer, editor, and filmmaker behind Minimalism: A Documentary About The Important Things. You might have seen it on Netflix, and if you haven't you can search for it there once you finish listening to the show. 2017-12-1110 min
Three RulesThe BrightsideMichelle D’Avella is the founder of Pushing Beauty, author of the upcoming book The Brightside of a Broken Heart, she’s a breathwork teacher, and she’s my sister. We talk about the early days when we first started our businesses, how she approaches change, and she walks me through her breathwork practice. groundupshow.com2017-08-301h 26
The Quarter Life Comeback with Bryan TeareQLC 063: Getting Out of Debt and Redefining Success with Matt D’AvellaIn this episode of The Quarter Life Comeback podcast, I chat to Matt D'Avella about getting out of debt, discovering minimalism and achieving major life goals.
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WTF Should I Do W/ My Life?!WTF 079: A Drunk Interview with Jacob Sokol and Matt D’AvellaIn this episode, Matt D’Avella – filmmaker, director, and minimalist– interviews Jacob.
They explore topics like:
How I got started out
Some of my early struggles and breakthroughs
Everything from personal finance to Matt’s sex life
Drunk life coaching
And more!2017-03-2934 min
Three RulesMy Biggest Mistake as a FilmmakerMy name's Matt D'Avella and I'm an award-winning filmmaker & host of The Ground Up Show. I've been a professional director & producer for my entire working career and released my first two feature-length documentary in 2016, Minimalism (on Netflix) & Design Disruptors. This is a podcast about how to create something from nothing. When I first got started out as a filmmaker I had no idea what I was doing. I made a lot of mistakes the hard way. In this first episode I talk about the biggest, dumbest, most embarrassing mistake I ever made as a filmmaker...2017-02-0808 minWTF Should I Do W/ My Life?!WTF 039: Minimalism – A Conversation About The Important Things w/ Matt D’AvellaWelcome to the WTF Should I Do w/ My Life?! podcast.
In today's episode, Jacob interviews Matt D'Avella - filmmaker, director, and minimalist.
Today's episode will dive into the topic of MINIMALISM. We'll explore topics like:
What minimalism is, and why it's so important
Figuring out what success really means to you
Looking at the 2016 version of the American Dream - and how you may be stuck in the outdated version
What actions we can take to harness the power of minimalism
Play on, playa...
WTF 039: Minimalism - A D...2016-03-2152 min
End Credits - The Behind the Scenes in Entertainment PodcastEp147 w/ Matt D’Avella Direcotr of The Minimalists / Design DisruptorsThe Minimalists, Catalyst, Asymmetrical, and SPYR have finished filming Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things, directed by Matt D’Avella.With several thousand hours of footage, Matt and Team are carefully weaving the hours into a beautiful 80-minute narrative featuring dozens of minimalists from all walks of life: minimalist families, travelers, city dwellers, suburbanites, country folk, artists, architects, men, women, people from everywhere on the socioeconomic ladder.2015-11-1200 min