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More Than Work“They outsource their thinking.” - Gen AI Academy Founder Dave Birss - More Than WorkIn this episode of 'More Than Work,' Rabiah sits down with Dave Birss, founder of the Gen AI Academy and LinkedIn Learning instructor specializing in AI and prompting. Dave shares his fascinating journey from musician and recording engineer to BBC comedy performer, then through a 20-year advertising career before becoming one of the leading voices in AI education. They discuss his unique approach to teaching AI that prioritizes human thinking over technology, the ethical concerns around AI including environmental impact and copyright issues, and his vision for the future of humanity in an AI-driven world. Dave also opens...
2026-01-071h 11
The Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Maziar LahootiRobert Rabiah talks with award-winning director, Maziar Lahooti. [Below, Heaven, Sprawl, They Were Wage Slaves with Stockholm Syndrome]
A comprehensive episode with Maziar Lahooti that covers film-making, craft, philosophy, and personal narrative influences. A master of grounded action and sci-fi narratives, Maziar is the Warner Brothers/Blacklist competition winner and Nicholls Fellowship Semi-Finalist. Lahooti discusses his feature directorial debut (Below), the strategic mindset required to build a career that spans both the local and international market, and the complexities of feature film productions. Listen and find out what it takes to catch the attention of Hollywood studios.
2025-09-191h 24The Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Osamah SamiRobert Rabiah talks with award-winning actor/writer, Osamah Sami. [Ali's Wedding, Tennessine, Shayda, House of Gods, Saved]
Osamah Sami speaks of his storytelling style, humor, cultural identity, and screenwriting. The creative force behind some of Australia's most significant films and television shows, Sami has redefined the cinematic landscape with his own unique style. Known for turning his own experiences into powerful, resonant stories, Osamah discusses his journey forging a career despite the odds. Listen to one of Australia's most awarded and charismatic storytellers.
Check out Osamah Sami here:
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2...
2025-09-121h 03The Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Robert RabiahA moment with the host. Robert Rabiah opens up about his career - having been a fixture in Australian film and television for more than two decades with vast big screen credits ranging from Land of Bad (Liam Hemsworth, Russell Crowe) and Face to Face (Michael Rymer) to Chopper (Eric Bana). He has appeared on television shows such as Secret City (Anna Torv), Safe Harbour (Glendyn Ivin), Irreverent (P.J Byrne) and Deadline Gallipoli (Sam Worthington). Robert Rabiah stands out for his versatility across mediums—seamlessly navigating acting, writing, producing, film-making, and even music.
A rare look behi...
2025-08-3103 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Steve Mouzakis | 2Robert Rabiah talks with award-winning Australian actor, Steve Mouzakis. [The Stranger, Clickbait, Prison Break, Homeward, Double or Nothing, Irreverent, Jack Irish, Killing Time, Fat Tony & Co, Under the Radar, I Frankenstein, Darkness Falls]
A follow up episode expanding on Steve Mouzakis' philosophies on acting, character work, and navigating the world of show business - all discussed in that distinct, humor-filled style that only Steve can deliver. A lesson in the art of discipline.
Find Steve Mouzakis here:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Mouzakis
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1073367/
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2025-08-3029 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Steve Mouzakis | 1Robert Rabiah talks with award-winning Australian actor, Steve Mouzakis. [The Stranger, Clickbait, Prison Break, Homeward, Double or Nothing, Irreverent, Jack Irish, Killing Time, Fat Tony & Co, Under the Radar, I Frankenstein, Darkness Falls]
Steve Mouzakis lets us in on the secret of his craft, training, and career highlights. Mouzakis has solidified his international reputation as a decorated film, television and theatre actor. Discussing the intensity of his craft, Steve's approach to character work, and the humor found even in high-stakes Hollywood productions. A must listen for every serious actor.
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2025-08-3045 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Leeanna WalsmanRobert Rabiah talks with award-winning actress, Leeanna Walsman. [Star Wars: Attack of the Clones, Safe Harbour, Human Error, Seven Types of Ambiguity, Looking for Alibrandi, Heartbreak High, Blackrock, Jessica, Cleverman]
Leeanna Walsman talks about longevity in the entertainment industry, acting, reinvention, and international versus local work. Leeanna has mastered the art of screen presence, discussing her evolution, balancing global franchises like Star Wars, and the secrets to maintaining artistic integrity. Hear from Walsman on what it takes to thrive in the toughest roles.
Find Leeanna Walsman here:
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0909944/...
2025-08-2959 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Stephen CorviniRobert Rabiah talks with award-winning international producer, Stephen Corvini. [Hungry Ghosts, Safe Harbour, Secret City, Better Man, A Savage Christmas, Four Years Later, Hyde & Seek]
Stephen Corvini gives the listener invaluable insights into producing high-quality drama, the Australian TV landscape, and behind-the-scenes challenges. Stephen has shaped the country's most celebrated and critically-acclaimed dramas, launching careers like Hugh Jackman and more. Corvini offers invaluable insight, behind-the-scenes comprehension, and creative development strategies required to turn an ambitious concept into global gold.
Find more on Stephen Corvini here:
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2821798/bio/
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2025-08-291h 12The Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Stephen Corvini PromoRobert Rabiah | Stephen Corvini Promo. A snapshot of what's to come with a multi-award-winning and international Emmy-winning Producer. If you are interested in the business of prestige television, you cannot miss this episode.
Check out Stephen Corvini here:
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2821798/
https://au.linkedin.com/in/stephen-corvini-5b3a2b13
The Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah. Award-winning Australian artist Robert Rabiah takes listeners into the lives of artists, performers, and larger than life characters. Hear what happens when we peel back the entertainment curtain. Available on most platforms incl...
2025-08-2900 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Laura GordonRobert Rabiah talks with award-winning Australian actress, Laura Gordon. [Voltron, Late Night with the Devil, Wolf Creek Legacy, Saw V, Undertow, Hotel Cocaine, Secret City, Face to Face, Watching You]
Laura Gordon explores her film and theater experiences, character work, and the realities of performing in Australian and international productions. In this candid chat, Laura dissects the art of inhabiting complex characters, the vital importance of fearless female roles, and what it really takes to sustain a career.
Find Laura Gordon here:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laura_Gordon
https://www.im...
2025-08-2857 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Laura Gordon PromoRobert Rabiah | Laura Gordon Promo. A promo teasing the forthcoming interview with an acclaimed actress. Hear from a true actor's actor.
Check out Laura Gordon here:
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1916003/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laura_Gordon
The Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah. Award-winning Australian artist Robert Rabiah takes listeners into the lives of artists, performers, and larger than life characters. Hear what happens when we peel back the entertainment curtain. Available on most platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, IHeart, YouTube, Podbean and more.
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2025-08-2800 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Ryan HaydenRobert Rabiah talks with Hollywood Agent, Ryan Hayden. [Ideal Talent Agency]
Ryan Hayden discusses being an agent in Hollywood and what it takes to get to the top. Ryan, the power-broker behind some of Hollywood's most successful careers and the founder of Ideal Talent Agency, has built his boutique agency into a global force. This episode is a masterclass in career strategy, covering the business of representation, the keys to landing a U.S agent, and the necessary professionalism required to thrive in the competitive international screen market.
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2025-08-2736 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Antonio Sabato Jr.Robert Rabiah talks with actor/model, Antonio Sabato Jr. [Calvin Klein, The Big Hit, The Bold and the Beautiful, General Hospital, Charmed, Melrose Place, Ally McBeal, Tribe, Grace by Night, Drifter, One Nation Under God]
Antonio Sabato Jr. touches on acting, life in Hollywood, and reflections from decades in the entertainment industry. Sabato is a global heartthrob, iconic Calvin Klein model, and prolific actor. Antonio doesn't just discuss his celebrated career; he reveals the grit and resolve it took to stand firm on his values, how he never wavered from what he firmly believed, and how he i...
2025-08-2715 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | USA PromoRobert Rabiah | USA Promo. A short preview hinting at Hollywood themes and our esteemed American guests.
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The Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah. Award-winning Australian artist Robert Rabiah takes listeners into the lives of artists, performers, and larger than life characters. Hear what happens when we peel back the entertainment curtain. Available on most platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, IHeart, YouTube, Podbean and more.
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2025-08-2600 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Michael Rymer | 2Robert Rabiah talks with award-winning international director, Michael Rymer. [Hannibal, Battlestar Galactica, American Horror Story, In Too Deep, Perfume, Queen of the Damned, Face to Face]
A continuation that digs into the technical, emotional, and collaborative aspects of film-making - and Michael Rymer's experiences working internationally. Rymer continues to share his story, shifting focus to the practical realities of high-level international production, lessons learned on set, and detailing the technical precision, emotional demands, and collaborative dynamics required to steer large-scale film and television projects across different genres.
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https://ww...
2025-08-251h 02The Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Michael Rymer | 1Robert Rabiah talks with award-winning international director, Michael Rymer. [Hannibal, Battlestar Galactica, American Horror Story, In Too Deep, Perfume, Queen of the Damned, Face to Face]
A deep-dive, exploring early career, major Film/TV milestones, craft, and philosophy behind visual storytelling. This is a journey through Michael Rymer's formative years, his rise to major Hollywood productions, film-making style, and the unique lens he uses to shape a visual narrative.
About Michael Rymer:
https://www.michaelrymer.com/about
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Rymer
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2025-08-241h 05The Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Michael Rymer PromoRobert Rabiah | Michael Rymer Promo. A short preview with a world-renowned and Emmy-nominated director.
Find Michael Rymer here:
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0753382/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Rymer
The Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah. Award-winning Australian artist Robert Rabiah takes listeners into the lives of artists, performers, and larger than life characters. Hear what happens when we peel back the entertainment curtain. Available on most platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, IHeart, YouTube, Podbean and more.
Where to find it:
https://theentertainmentpodcastwithrobertrabiah.podbean...
2025-08-2101 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | LebanonRobert Rabiah | Lebanon. Discussing the current climate in Lebanon, touching on culture, identity, migration, and how Lebanon (specifically Byblos) became the oldest inhabited city in the world. A special episode that ventures beyond the entertainment curtain to explore the rich cultural heart of Lebanon.
Watch the trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lq_H8KKHz74
The Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah. Award-winning Australian artist Robert Rabiah takes listeners into the lives of artists, performers, and larger than life characters. Hear what happens when we peel back the entertainment curtain. Available on most pl...
2025-08-1831 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Lebanon PromoRobert Rabiah | Lebanon Promo. A short introduction to set the tone. A must listen if you enjoy culture, identity, and history.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irKc94V0wkU
The Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah. Award-winning Australian artist Robert Rabiah takes listeners into the lives of artists, performers, and larger than life characters. Hear what happens when we peel back the entertainment curtain. Available on most platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, IHeart, YouTube, Podbean and more.
Available here:
https://theent...
2025-08-1601 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | Nicole ChamounRobert Rabiah sits down with award winning Australian actress Nicole Chamoun for an in depth conversation on craft, resilience, and storytelling within the Australian screen industry.
In this episode of The Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah, Nicole Chamoun reflects on her acting journey across acclaimed productions including Troppo, Safe Harbour, On The Ropes, and Romper Stomper. The discussion explores the intensity of character preparation, the role of research in performance, navigating creative pressure, and the realities faced by actors working within Australia’s film and television landscape.
Robert Rabiah draws out Nicole’s candid perspectives on t...
2025-08-1433 minThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert RabiahThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah | PromoThe Entertainment Podcast with Robert Rabiah is a long form interview podcast hosted by award winning Australian artist Robert Rabiah. Each episode takes listeners inside honest, thoughtful conversations with artists, performers, and distinctive creative voices working across film, television, and culture.
Through in depth discussion, Robert Rabiah explores the realities behind creative careers, the personal stories that shape artistic work, and the discipline required to sustain a life in the entertainment industry. The podcast focuses on authenticity, craft, and the experiences that exist beyond public personas.
This short trailer introduces the purpose of the podcast...
2025-08-1100 min
The ShowBiz Podcast with Robert Rabiah and Joey Coley-SowryEpisode 19 - Director Blair Moore - The ShowBiz Podcast with Robert Rabiah and Joey Coley-SowryRobert Rabiah interviews action movie Director, Blair Moore. Blair Moore is an accomplished promoter and writer who cut his entrepreneurial skills in the live event industry as he wanted to bring more excitement to many live events such as boxing and Thai boxing. Blair was the youngest promoter in Australia for Thai boxing (Muay Thai) and assisted in setting up high-roller tournaments from Bangkok to Conrad Jupiters Casino. Moore then branched out into live bands and extreme sports. Expanding into the visual medium, he produced numerous video productions covering everything from live bands, spo...
2025-01-1609 minThe ShowBiz Podcast with Robert Rabiah and Joey Coley-SowryEpisode 17 - Robert Rabiah Australian Actor - The ShowBiz Podcast with Robert Rabiah and Joey Coley-SowryRobert Rabiah was nominated for Best Actor in a film alongside Geoffrey Rush, Hugo Weaving, Sam Neill and David Wenham at the 2012 Australian Film Institute/Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards, 2011 Inside Film Awards, and is a 2xtime Australian Academy Awards candidate - 2023/2024.Robert Rabiah has also won Best Actor (Monaco Charity Film Festival) for his performance in Face to Face (2011) by Michael Rymer, Best Writer at the Australian Writer's Guild (Monte Miller Award) and Best Writer at the National Literary Awards (Fellowship of Australian Writers)Robert Rabiah's other notable distinctions include a...
2024-11-0209 minThe ShowBiz Podcast with Robert Rabiah and Joey Coley-SowryEpisode 18 - Robert Rabiah Australian Artist / Filmmaker - The ShowBiz Podcast with Robert Rabiah and Joey Coley-SowryRobert Rabiah has appeared in some of Australia's best loved films and television shows such as, Chopper (2000) with Eric Bana, Deadline Gallipoli (2015) with Sam Worthington, Jack Irish (2016) with Guy Pearce, Ali's Wedding (2017) with Osamah Sami, Below (2019) with Anthony LaPaglia, critically-acclaimed series Secret City (2016) with Anna Torv (Foxtel/Netflix/Matchbox Pictures), Safe Harbour (2018) (Hulu/AppleTV/BBC4/SBS) directed by Glendyn Ivin, Netflix/Peacock/NBCUniversal TV series Irreverent (2022) and feature film Land of Bad (2024) with Russell Crowe and Liam Hemsworth.https://www.theshowbizpodcast.com/https://open.spotify.com/show/5VNoMQNkR9b9tvkt1IGdrYhttps://podcasts...
2024-11-0205 minThe ShowBiz Podcast with Robert Rabiah and Joey Coley-SowryEpisode 16 - Robert Rabiah and Nicole Chamoun - The ShowBiz Podcast with Robert Rabiah and Joey Coley-SowryInterview with Australian actors Robert Rabiah and Nicole Chamoun. Robert Rabiah was nominated for Best Actor in a film alongside Geoffrey Rush, Hugo Weaving, Sam Neill and David Wenham at the 2012 Australian Film Institute/Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards, 2011 Inside Film Awards, and is a 2xtime Australian Academy Awards candidate - 2023/2024. Robert Rabiah's work for production giants such as Netflix, Amazon, Stan, NBCUniversal, Hulu, Foxtel, Peacock, Paramount+, Madman Entertainment, AppleTV, Syfy, BBC4, SBS, ABC and Michael De Luca Productions has ensured both global releases and critical acclaim for his performances.Nicole Chamoun...
2024-11-0213 min
More Than Work“Embrace vulnerability,” with psychotherapist and musician M Brady on More Than WorkIn this episode of More Than Work, host Rabiah interviews M. Brady, a psychotherapist and musician, who shares his journey from being a professional tennis player to discovering his passion for psychotherapy and music. M discusses his long career in therapy, his struggle with anxiety and vulnerability, and how these experiences influenced his album. He also reflects on the impacts of early humiliations, the importance of creativity, and coping with personal losses. Throughout, M emphasizes the value of embracing vulnerability and taking risks in life.00:00 Introduction to More Than Work Podcast00:34 Meet M. Brady: Psychotherapist...
2024-09-0543 min
More Than WorkSex Therapist Kileen Barry on career change and her relationship to therapyIn this episode of 'More Than Work,' host Rabiah engages in a profound conversation with Kileen Barry, founder of Kaizen Collective and a sex therapist. They dive into Kileen's journey from digital marketing to therapy, exploring her motivations, influences, and the pivotal books 'Come As You Are' and 'Maybe You Should Talk to Someone.' The discussion covers Kileen's academic path, her unique approach to therapy, which emphasizes a holistic and salutogenic model, and her passion for integrating mental, physical, and nutritional care. The episode also touches on the importance of boundaries, Kileen's self-care practices, and her aspirations...
2024-06-0655 min
More Than Work"It's time to just rip that bandaid off," with guest AJ Waters, Founder of Stronger SkateparkIn this captivating episode of 'More Than Work,' our host Rabiah Coon engages with AJ Waters, the visionary behind Stronger Skatepark. From the initial spark of passion for skateboarding to the creation of an inclusive community space, AJ shares the journey of founding Stronger Skatepark. Listeners will gain insights into the hurdles of entrepreneurship, the power of community-building, and the significance of personal growth through adversity. Whether you’re a skateboarding enthusiast, interested in the startup world, or looking for inspiration on overcoming personal challenges, this conversation offers valuable takeaways for all.Introduction to AJ Waters: Th...
2024-04-1050 min
More Than Work“Doing nothing is something,” with podcast guest Jessica Berg, founder of Moon Rock WellnessIn this episode of 'More Than Work', a podcast on personal and professional fulfillment, host Rabiah engages in an insightful discussion with Jessica Berg. Berg is the founder of 'Moon Rock Wellness', a digital platform designed to help busy individuals, particularly working mothers, cultivate everyday habits of wellness. Jessica shares her personal journey leading to the creation of Moon Rock Wellness, including a life-altering encounter with burnout that led her to prioritize her well-being and set boundaries in her corporate job. She also discusses the importance of maintaining balance, practicing daily mindfulness, and investing time and energy into activities...
2024-02-2844 min
More Than Work“Everything is a weed until it's made a flower,” with podcast guest Fernando Kabigting, found of FDK FloralsFernando Kabigting: From Corporate to Creative LifeIn this episode of More Than Work, host Rabiah Coon talks with their guest, Fernando Kabigting. They delve into Fernando's life-changing decision to leave his corporate job in fashion to enter the creative industry, specifically floral design. Fernando touches on his experiences from starting in advertising, transitioning to fashion, to eventually establishing his own business that transcends traditional floral design. He also discusses his motivations, personal values, and commitment to sustainable and responsible practices in his work. Lastly, he shares how important it is to see yourself represented in an...
2023-12-2042 min
More Than WorkThe journey from retail to musician and sound engineer with guest Sean ArklessIn this episode of 'More Than Work', Rabiah, an IT professional and stand-up comedian, talks to guest Sean Arkless about his journey from low self-confidence and working in retail to becoming the co-founder of Sjark Limited and vocalist of the London based band, 'Hello Amnesia'. Sean shares his experiences as a freelancer and his decision to start his own music production company. He also discusses his ongoing Master's degree in Musical Theater, the role of mentors in his career development, the value of being assertive and possessing a 'learn and seek' mindset. Sean's advice is to 'live fearlessly and...
2023-11-2243 minThe ShowBiz Podcast with Robert Rabiah and Joey Coley-SowryEpisode 15 - This Is Lebanon special - The ShowBiz Podcast with Robert Rabiah and Joey Coley-SowryRobert Rabiah visits Lebanon, delving into their culture, political issues, and interviews prominent people, ordinary citizens, and the next generation about the current situation facing the country now. Some of the special guest interviews include the nations most controversial/political rap-artists NIZAR ZGHEIB and ANTHONY SAMARANY, world-famous food blogger ANTHONY RAHAYEL (No Garlic, No Onions) Head of United Nations Lebanon, SARAH SHOUMAN and CHARBIL BASSIL, owner of the countries most famous restaurant LE CHEF, which made global news after being destroyed by the Beirut Port Explosion and then saved by actor RUSSELL CROWE after he made a d...
2023-09-1530 min
More Than Work"We all are the experts of our own lives" with transformational coach and stand up comedian Maz AlexanderThis week’s guest is Maz Alexander, social worker, mental wellbeing coach, comedian and passionate entrepreneur.Maz started out working as a social worker in adult social care. A thread you’ll hear in here story, and one to keep in mind as you listen, is that she listened to the advice of others when it made sense to and listened to herself as well when she decided on what work to pursue.Before her time in social work, Maz got a degree in performance arts and gave acting a go. Coming out of that, she...
2023-03-0140 min
Creativity Found: Finding Creativity Later in LifeMore Than Work – Claire and RabiahDance, books, drama and singing, and why making this podcast is so important to me.For this episode I’m speaking with . . . well, actually, for this episode my friend and fellow podcaster Rabiah Coon is speaking with me. Rabiah’s More Than Work podcast aligns brilliantly with Creativity Found, so please enjoy this episode and head over to More Than Work to find more great listening.In my own Creativity Found story, I talk about what the Creativity Found podcast means to me, and how it benefits me in so many ways – the social aspect, self-confidence, a sens...
2022-10-0245 min
More Than Work“Age is a number,” with Colour Alchemist Founder Martina CarelloThis week’s guest is Martina Carello, founder of the Colour Alchemist Canada.In her business, she has sought to help others avoid mistakes that impede fashion business growth and success. Martina is also developing two clothing lines of her own including one that focuses on Gen X women and focuses not only on their bodies but also the stories the women have to tell. Martina’s love of clothes started early on and she was given her first sewing machine when she was eight. Though she started out in a liberal arts program when she f...
2022-08-3145 min
More Than Work“Starting is probably the hardest thing to do’” with Life Balance Coach Sara DeaconThis week’s guest is Sara Deacon, Life Balance Coach for Better Adulting, and podcaster.Sara was working in postpartum care but once the pandemic hit, she began coaching full time when things went virtual. Her work became focused on young adults and teenagers. She works with them on decisions, understanding how to live in their core values and how to cope with different situations.After her eldest son started learning karate, Sara decided to take on that challenge too and now she teaches martial arts part time. We chat about the lessons learned in pr...
2022-08-1044 min
More Than Work“We're having a human experience,” with multimedia artist Aunia KahnThis week’s guest is Aunia Kahn, multimedia artist and creative entrepreneur. She founded both Rise Visible (formerly Light Owl Design) and Create for Healing which we discuss.Rise Visible is a full-service branding, design and marketing agency. She started her career in web and graphic design just by chance when she was a musician and wanted to design her own album cover. The story is a good one so listen for that in the first 5 minutes of the episode. We talk about the benefits and challenges of having your own business.Aunia is also op...
2022-08-0454 min
More Than Work"Tepid regards..." with Joey Held, writer and podcasterThis week’s guest is Joey Held, writer and podcaster.Joey resides in Austin, TX but just before we chatted had attended the LA Times Festival of books in support of his book “Kind, But Kind of Weird: Short Stories on Life's Relationships”. He even had an encounter with a star of the New Girl who people have said the book reminds them of!During lockdown, Joey started a newsletter called Crisp Bounce Pass that looks at the intersection of basketball and pop culture. It’s still going. We chat about that, his very first book and...
2022-07-2747 min
More Than WorkFeed Drop - Creativity Found Podcast with Rabiah as the guestFor the first time on More Than Work, the podcast is doing a feed drop! This means that another podcast is dropping into this feed. Welcome Creativity Found podcast! The host and creator of Creativity found interviewed the host of More Than Work, Rabiah Coon, and that episode is featured here this week. We get into a few things I don’t get to dive into much like why I started comedy, where my creativity stems from and why I started this podcast! Note from Rabiah (Host): I have enjoyed meeting and getting to know Clai...
2022-07-1338 min
More Than Work"Advocating for oneself does not ever end," with Guest Liz Benditt, Founder of The Balm BoxThis week’s guest is Liz Benditt, founder of The Balm Box and part-time professor at the University of Kansas.She earned her undergraduate degree in Broadcast Film Communications. Following school, Liz worked at Disney before pursing her MBA at to USC. During her career, she has worked for major retailers and the Lyric Opera of Kansas City.Four cancer diagnoses and recoveries over the course of 8 years launched her company. After receiving gifts that were well-intentioned but not useful, she wondered if other people felt the same. Though the idea came to Liz back in...
2022-07-0656 min
More Than Work"You deserve a voice at the table," with School Board Candidate and Activist Andrew TabanThis week’s guest is Andrew Taban, school board candidate and activist.Andrew grew up in Santa Clarita, CA, a community north of Los Angeles. Some may recognize it as the home of Magic Mountain. He is now running for William S Hart Union School District Trustee Area 2.Andrew’s participation in his community started at age 13. He became an activist in response to school budget cuts taking away the chance for kids to take part in a promotion ceremony from junior high to high school.In high school worked in the GSA (Gay...
2022-06-2952 min
More Than Work"We have to treat people better," with Martin Henson, Black Lives Advocate and BMEN Foundation FounderThis week’s guest is Martin Henson, activist and Executive Director of the BMEN Foundation, an organization that is focused on providing community and support for issues specific to black men.The founding of BMEN came out of looking at the way men in general were responding to MeToo and the need for a conversation that focused on the experience of black men and the subjects of consent, experiencing sexual harm themselves and holistically looking at the new landscape. BMEN has strived to be inclusive of all black men doing work to make sure that the...
2022-06-2249 min
More Than Work"I knew what I wanted to do since I was 12" with Philip Simon (Stand Up Comedian, Actor and Writer)This week’s guest is writer, actor and comedian, Philip Simon.Philip started out as an actor, attending the Guildford Theatre School before landing his first professional gig in a commercial. After a long run as Daddy Pig in a staged puppetry production of Peppa Pig, he decided it was time for a change and enrolled in a course at The Comedy School in London. On the stage performing standup comedy is where Philip feels immense joy. We chat about his work and also the sudden impact of COVID lockdowns on performers. While unable to en...
2022-06-151h 08
More Than Work"Be resilient and just keep chasing" with guest Antonella Pisani, Founder and CEO of Eyeful MediaThis week’s guest is Antonella Pisani, CEO and Founder of Eyeful Media.Antonella started out as a web developer and moved into marketing roles working in e-commerce at ProFlowers, Guitar Center, JC Penney and Fossil gaining experience in all aspects of digital marketing.After 20 years working at large companies, Antonella took a year off to travel to places she could have never gone to while working full-time. When she returned, she went into part-time consulting for Dallas-based Peacock Alley. From there, Eyeful Media was born!Antonella spoke about founding her own marketing ag...
2022-06-0839 min
More Than Work"It doesn’t feel like a choice," with Guest Jazeen Hollings, WriterThis week’s guest is Jazeen Hollings, She is a writer, artist and as she puts it, future ghost, from Toronto, Canada. She is also a professional video editor by trade.After starting out as a Philosophy major and then moving into graphic design as an undergraduate, Jazeen fell in to video editing. Now, she has taken a big step and decided to pursue writing as a career. Jazeen is entering the University of British Columbia’s MFA program for writing full-time in the Fall.We chat quite a lot about making the choic...
2022-05-2539 min
More Than Work"Make other people’s lives better," with Ukrainian tech founder Andrew AlexseyenkoThis week’s guest is Andrew Alexseyeko. He is the founder of two tech companies and co-founder of KOLO which is an organization helping those on the front lines of the war in Ukraine.Recently, Andrew fled his home in Kiev due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. He spoke to me from a city in Western Ukraine where he is currently residing and working. After spending some years as a product manager, Andrew founded the software development company Storypoint and software reseller and implementer Partnerway. The latter seeks to help businesses in Ukraine digitize an...
2022-05-1833 min
More Than Work"The secret is to learn how to serve others in a really meaningful way," with Peacemaker Doug NollThis week’s guest is Douglas E. Noll, lawyer turned peacemaker. Doug was raised in California and left the state to go to Dartmouth where he earned an undergraduate degree in English. In 1974 he returned to California entered law school, eventually graduating with honors.Doug spent 22 years working as a civil trial lawyer, trying over 250 cases during that time! He realized in that time that though the work was interesting, his heart wasn’t in it.Concurrently, Doug started studying martial arts and earned a 2nd degree blackbelt in one discipline before moving to Tai...
2022-05-1152 min
More Than Work"The secret sauce is knowing who you are" with Genesis Amaris Kemp (Life Coach, Speaker and Podcast Founder)This week’s guest is Genesis Amaris Kemp. She’s a visionary life coach, motivational speaker and podcast founder.Genesis started out working in hospitals and intended to go to medical school. But, she ended up spending over a decade in the oil and gas industry. Her first role was as an imaging clerk (scanning papers all day!). Through curiosity, networking and learning, Genesis ended up in project and program management. In fact, she did it again when she went to work for a Fortune 500 company showing what real grit and humility is needed to start anew.
2022-05-0443 min
More Than Work"My drive was never money" with New Story Charity Chief of Staff Josh YoungThis week’s guest is Josh Young, Chief of Staff at New Story Charity.New Story is focused on looking for innovative ways to solve the global housing crisis and homelessness. New Story Charity is the first such organisation to be part of Y Combinator. In 2018, they built their first 3D printed home and since then have built over 3000 homes in 4 countries. Looking for a place to give? 100% of donations go to the actual building of homes.During college, Josh was a two sport Division 1 athlete and double-majored. He went to work on Wall Street ri...
2022-04-2743 min
More Than Work"Sometimes we never know the effect we've had on people" with Cathy Nesbitt, Worm Advocate and Laugher AmbassadorThis week’s guest is Cathy Nesbitt, Worm Advocate and Laugher Ambassador based in Ontario, Canada. What is a Worm Advocate? Someone who sees worms as useful in the fight against climate change for one! Cathy is actually the founder Cathy's Crawly Composters which is a worm-based composting business. In fact, she is celebrating the 20th anniversary of her company. New to composting or not sure what it is? Listen up because we talk about that in the first 5 minutes.Did you know worms have no eyes? Cathy mentions this and other interesting fact...
2022-04-2040 min
More Than Work"If I'm not enjoying it, I don't want to write it" with Kevin G. Chapman, Crime Fiction Novelist and LawyerThis week’s guest is Kevin G. Chapman, Assistant General Counsel at Dow Jones and Company, and crime fiction author. Kevin is a labor and employment lawyer who started out in law firms. But, for the last 27 years he has been in-house counsel having started out at The Wall Street Journal. He has resided in Central New Jersey for that long too. As a lawyer, Kevin writes a LOT. But it was when he got laid off from a firm 5 years after finishing law school that he started writing his first fiction novel, Identity Crisis whic...
2022-04-1347 min
More Than Work"The older I get, the wiser my dad becomes," with Manik Suri, Founder and CEO of ThermaThis week’s guest is Manik Suri, founder and CEO of Therma. Manik studied Political Science as an undergrad at Harvard University and then earned his Master’s in international Relations at Cambridge University in England. After school, he ended up working in Finance at an investment firm and then pursued law school. During law school, he worked at an internship with the economic policy team in the first Obama Administration. There, he met the Deputy CTO of the US, Beth Noveck, and was introduced to the idea that tech, law and government intersected so moved i...
2022-04-0637 min
More Than Work"I no longer view community as an indulgence" with Light House Founder and CEO Corey SpiegelThis week’s guest is Corey Spiegel, Founder and CEO of Lighthouse. Lighthouse is a diverse community of smart women who support one another through various groups and classes.Light House was born out of Corey reaching a crossroads in her own career and really wanting a “board of directors” for her life when she was making a major decision. After considering close friends and family to advise, she realized that there was value in getting advice. Light House began as a place for women only but has recently expanded to include topics that are designed for men.
2022-03-3149 min
More Than Work"You will never be younger than you are today," with Photographer Julie CampbellThis week’s guest is photographer Julie Campbell. She is based near Ventura County in Southern California. Her focus is mostly on family and newborn photography but she does corporate photography such as product for brands and headshots. Full disclosure, she took the host Rabiah’s family photos in December.Julie actually started out as an elementary school teacher. When she had kids of her own she started photographing them and really enjoyed it. This hobby got more serious as she took online tutorials to build up her skillset. Getting a DSLR camera was a game changer. With...
2022-03-2343 min
More Than Work"Why are you committed to your podcast player?" with JJ Ramberg, Founder of GoodpodsThis week’s guest is JJ Ramberg, entrepreneur, television host, podcast host, best selling author and mom. She is the co-founder of Goodpods, a podcast player that is seeking to solve the podcast discovery problem by allowing users to follow friends and influencers. Shows they listen to display in follower’s feeds. The app has been awarded honors by both Fast Company and Inc. JJ also founded two companies with a charity focus. Goodshop is a coupon site where users can find the best coupons online and choose to have a percentage of their purchase go t...
2022-03-1632 min
More Than Work"They don't want to leave Ukraine" with Veronika Didusenko, Ukrainian activist and Miss Ukraine 2018This week’s guest is Veronika Didusenko, former Miss Ukraine. She was stripped of the title for also being a mother and is an activist for the #righttobeamother campaign. But, she is on More Than Work now to talk about the Russian war on Ukraine. Veronika is one of 2 million people who has fled Ukraine. She left with her son. She talks about the experience of leaving, the people who are still at home and what we can do to help.
We spoke after she held a press conference in Los Angeles with Gloria Allred aski...
2022-03-0917 min
More Than Work"Make things just for fun" with Sweet Tooth Hotel Founder Jencey KeetonThis week’s guest is Jencey Keeton, Founder at Sweet Tooth Hotel. Sweet Tooth Hotel is an immersive art gallery in Dallas, Texas. It is a platform for local artists and also special installations with outside artists. On the day of recording, Jencey announced the they were opening a new location in downtown which was very exciting! Find a link below if you’re in Dallas and get to the Sweet Tooth Hotel! What makes Sweet Tooth Hotel “immersive”? Guests can touch everything in the gallery. The art is accessible to everyone and local artists are celebrated there, e...
2022-03-0255 min
More Than Work"Patience is really the hard part" with Rock Felder Co-Founder and CFO of SquadcastThis week’s guest is Rock Felder, Co-founder and CFO of SquadCast. This is the second interview with a SquadCast founder. Zach Moreno was on the podcast previously so check that out too. Rock grew up in a family that included entrepreneurs. And, when it was time for him to go to college and go to work, he knew he had to be self-sufficient so he chose accounting as a career knowing it was a job that paid well and was always needed. Being a CPA allowed him to work in many industries (agriculture, construction, banking) and laid the fo...
2022-02-2347 min
More Than Work“Just speak it out loud” with Paige Friend, Host of The Beach SpeaksThis week’s guest is Paige Friend, creator of The Beach Speaks podcast and former corporate aviation industry professional. Paige grew up in the mountains of Pennsylvania but always loved the beach. After an experience at a retreat in Italy with her favourite podcaster, returned from Italy and quit her job. It was time. We talk about releasing the attachment around what things are supposed to look like. As the story goes, Paige decided one day that she was going meet her soulmate, quit her 9 to 5 and move to the beach. Before life on the beach, Paige sp...
2022-02-1647 min
More Than Work"Ask big questions," with guest Molly Mandelberg, founder of "Wild Hearts Rise Up"This week’s guest is Molly Mandelberg, founder of "Wild Hearts Rise Up" and the creator of Magnetic Influencer Collective. She is also an Artist having been an art major in school. Her business is Wild Hearts Rise Up, is home to her podcast and her six month group program, Magnet Influencer Collective. She works to help people build courses and programs they can scale to go from a one-to-one to one-to-many business model. Her work is built around energy (energetic marketing) and strategy. She works with clients on overcoming limiting beliefs and changing their li...
2022-02-0940 min
More Than Work"I’m incredibly lucky" with SquadCast CEO and Co-Founder Zach MorenoThis week’s guest is Zach Moreno, Co-Founder and CEO of SquadCast. SquadCast is a cloud recording studio that allows remote recording without sacrificing quality so people can create without need for a physical studio. In fact, this podcast is created with Squadcast. Zach grew up in Central Valley and is now in the East Bay in Oakland, CA. Before founding the company with co-founder Rock Felder, he went to art school and also studied software engineering. He was an intern at Google on Chrome team and worked in the government. After seeking to make hi...
2022-02-0257 min
More Than Work"It's empowering to have more information," with guest Dr. Alyssa Goldstein SepinwallThis week’s guest is Dr. Alyssa Goldstein Sepinwall, Professor of History at Cal State San Marcos where she teaches comparative history with courses focused around Haitian history, revolutionary Europe, women in Jewish history and travel and contact in the early modern world. Dr. Goldstein Sepinwall thought she’d go to law school initially but inspiring debates and discussions with friends in the dorms, including at Oxford University, started to change that. After undergrad, she applied to law school and PhD History programs and got into both! She even interned at the Supreme Court and worked as a le...
2022-01-2651 min
More Than Work"Words matter", with leadership enthusiast and professor JC Hurtado-PraterThis week’s guest is JC Hurtado-Prater, leadership enthusiast and business professor. He teaches at Point Loma Nazarene University and Azusa Pacific University. He is also the author of four personal development books and is working on a fifth. And he is a consultant.Prior to his current roles, JC worked in the non-profit space and in the ministry. He was also in the US Army which is where he first learned about leadership and the importance of focusing on the mission ahead. He shared insights on transitioning out of the military and into the private sector....
2022-01-191h 00
More Than Work"Not all screen time is equal," with comic and English Teacher Rebecca GulkaThis week’s guest is Rebecca Gulka, Founder of Teaching with Class, an online English learning school, and amateur comic. Like the host of this podcast, she is an expat as a Canadian based in France. Rebecca studied theatre as an undergraduate and then went into teaching English internationally. Before living in France, Rebecca taught English in Korea, Thailand, Russia, Haiti and China. She taught at a private school in France before making the decision to found her own school. We talk about why she struck out on her own, many of which will resonate wi...
2022-01-1249 min
More Than Work"You chose to go forward," with Dr. Amy Novotny, Founder of the PABR InstituteThis week’s guest is Dr. Amy Novotny, Founder of the PABR Institute which focuses on a treatment method that she developed while studying the nervous system and breathing. Dr. Novotny was a practicing physical therapist when she came up with the PABR method after experiencing extreme stress and drama in her own life. She was preparing for the Boston Marathon at the time. She started testing the method and process on others and now has her own practice. Additionally, Dr. Novotny is an ultra-marathon runner. Astoundingly, she once ran 102.88 miles in 24 hours! She has do...
2021-12-1544 min
More Than Work"I want to hold myself accountable" with host Rabiah Coon (solo episode)This week’s guest is also the host of the podcast, Rabiah Coon. It’s a quick solo episode. Note from Rabiah (Host): I didn’t have the bandwidth to edit a full episode and was going to let it got for this week but an epiphany in the shower made me want to share some thoughts today so I recorded a quick episode. If you’re like me and listen at 1.25x the speed, it’ll take less than 5 minutes! Be well and thanks for listening. +++++ Mentioned in this episode: i.c. stars...
2021-12-0909 min
More Than Work"I want to have an impact," with Financial Expert and Motivator Bob WheelerThis week’s guest is Bob Wheeler, founder of “The Money Nerve” and the host of the podcast “Money You Should Ask”. The financial expert and motivator is also the author of a book (The Money Nerve: Navigating the Emotions of Money) and he offers a course “Mastering the Emotions of Money”. On his podcast, Bob seeks to remove stigma of shame around financial literacy. He also addresses money and emotions in his chats with guests. The book “The Money Nerve” is about how to get healthy about money and conscious of issues around money. Bob and I chat abo...
2021-12-0242 min
More Than Work"We’re built to want to give back" with Deborah Heiser co-founder and CEO of The Mentor ProjectThis week’s guest is Deborah Heiser, Co-Founder and CEO of The Mentor Project. She also holds a PhD in Applied Developmental Psychology and has studied aging. She even did a TedX talk about rethinking aging (link below). Deborah’s grandparents were very influential on who she has become today. She came to appreciate older people when visiting her grandmother at an assisted living facility and it changed her perspective on people. She names her grandfather was her first mentor. As a child she would ride around town with him and observe is interactions with people which were...
2021-11-2443 min
More Than Work"Your entire human experience takes place in your head," with guest Kyle Roebuck VideographerThis week’s guest is Kyle Roebuck, host of the Small Stuff Podcast and videographer. Kyle is from North Carolina and studio at East Carolina University. It was there that he held a job as a school bus driver until two years after graduation. During that time, he came to the realization that a traditional job was not for him, and, he left. Throughout his life, Kyle had always been a visual artist during things including drawing but it wasn’t until he tried photography and then videography that he also found a new career path for hims...
2021-11-1736 minCreativity Found: Finding Creativity Later in LifeRabiah Coon - does serving fries in the college cafeteria prepare you for performing stand-up on stage?For this episode I’m speaking with Rabiah Coon, who gave herself a mission to do one particular, quite scary thing before she was 40. It was originally a one-time ambition but, thankfully, Rabiah has continued with her new creative release, even after moving from the US to the UK right before a global pandemic hit.Rabiah enjoyed writing as a child, and took some courses at college, but was scared to consider it as a career choice. Rabiah is a curious person who likes to explore new things, which is how her career progressed from se...
2021-11-1436 min