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That Voice: A Decade With The Performers On NBC's The VoiceHe Loves To Play It Loud Ryan Mitchell From NBC's The VoiceRyan is a pop-rock artist whose music blends emotional honesty with classic rock inspiration. Raised in a musical household, he started performing as the drummer in a band with his sibling, touring the UK as a teen with the Euphoria. Influenced by legends such as Queen, the Beatles and Led Zeppelin, he later fused that vintage energy with the edge of Muse, Green Day, Panic! At the Disco and My Chemical Romance. After struggling during the pandemic and entering rehab in 2021, songwriting became his lifeline. Now sober and thriving, Ryan is one semester away from graduating USC's Thornton School of...
2025-12-2018 min
Arroe Collins View From The Writing InstrumentHe Loves To Play It Loud Ryan Mitchell From NBC's The VoiceRyan is a pop-rock artist whose music blends emotional honesty with classic rock inspiration. Raised in a musical household, he started performing as the drummer in a band with his sibling, touring the UK as a teen with the Euphoria. Influenced by legends such as Queen, the Beatles and Led Zeppelin, he later fused that vintage energy with the edge of Muse, Green Day, Panic! At the Disco and My Chemical Romance. After struggling during the pandemic and entering rehab in 2021, songwriting became his lifeline. Now sober and thriving, Ryan is one semester away from graduating USC's Thornton School of...
2025-12-1818 min
Arroe Collins: Unplugged & Totally UncutHe Loves To Play It Loud Ryan Mitchell From NBC's The VoiceRyan is a pop-rock artist whose music blends emotional honesty with classic rock inspiration. Raised in a musical household, he started performing as the drummer in a band with his sibling, touring the UK as a teen with the Euphoria. Influenced by legends such as Queen, the Beatles and Led Zeppelin, he later fused that vintage energy with the edge of Muse, Green Day, Panic! At the Disco and My Chemical Romance. After struggling during the pandemic and entering rehab in 2021, songwriting became his lifeline. Now sober and thriving, Ryan is one semester away from graduating USC's Thornton School of...
2025-12-1718 min
Arroe Collins Like Its Live Unplugged And Totally UncutHe Loves To Play It Loud Ryan Mitchell From NBC's The VoiceRyan is a pop-rock artist whose music blends emotional honesty with classic rock inspiration. Raised in a musical household, he started performing as the drummer in a band with his sibling, touring the UK as a teen with the Euphoria. Influenced by legends such as Queen, the Beatles and Led Zeppelin, he later fused that vintage energy with the edge of Muse, Green Day, Panic! At the Disco and My Chemical Romance. After struggling during the pandemic and entering rehab in 2021, songwriting became his lifeline. Now sober and thriving, Ryan is one semester away from graduating USC's Thornton School...
2025-12-1718 min
Sober Life Rocks ®️Episode 78: Sober Pop Artist Ella Collier: How Sobriety Gave Her the Power to Find Her True VoiceOn this week’s Sober Life Rocks Podcast, we spoke with sober pop artist Ella Collier—a rising independent singer, songwriter, and producer whose story is as raw and powerful as her music. A graduate of USC’s Thornton School of Music and a recipient of the Songwriters Hall of Fame scholarship, Ella is redefining what it means to create art with purpose and presence. Her journey shows that sobriety isn’t about losing your edge—it’s about finding your truth.
Before Sobriety: The Noise That Wouldn’t Stop
Before getting sober, Ella was living under c...
2025-12-1146 min
Addiction TalkTodd Marinovich: From NFL Pressure to Peace in Recovery | Full Addiction Talk EpisodeTodd Marinovich’s life looked like a fairytale from the outside — a USC standout, first-round NFL draft pick, and the face of the L.A. Raiders. But behind the success was a lifetime of control, pressure, and unrealized identity that pushed him toward substance use at a young age. In this full episode of Addiction Talk, Todd shares the truth about his upbringing, the collapse of his football career after multiple failed drug tests, seven trips through rehab, and the turning point that led him to lasting recovery. He also discusses his powerful memoir, Outside the Lines: Football, Art, and...
2025-12-0839 min
Dave's Candid Philosophy10 FAMOUS HUMANISTS 2 GERALD LARUEIn this episode of Dave’s Candid Philosophy, our bargain-bin Microsoft Word narrator introduces Gerald A. Larue — minister-turned-archaeologist-turned-humanist firebrand, a man who left the pulpit not because he lost his faith but because he refused to lose his honesty. Larue dismantled biblical literalism with archaeological finesse, exposed hoaxes with professorial calm, pioneered the study of death and dying at USC, championed dignity in the right-to-die movement, and rebuilt humanism into a lived ethic grounded in truth, compassion, and courage. Delivered, of course, in the emotionally barren voice Dave purchased for the cost of a stale muffin, this episode explores how...
2025-12-0724 min
USC Trojans Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!USC's New Recruiting Strategy: A Game ChangerUSCs football recruiting sees major shift with new GM Chad Bowden, focusing on authentic relationships and NFL-style front office. Recruits like Madden Riordan praise Bowdens honesty and professionalism, leading to USCs top-ranked recruiting class for 2026. New team emphasizes keeping top California prospects in-state and fostering loyalty with a no visit policy.The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-12-0402 min
An All Night Place - Secular AAEPISODE 100 - TINNAIn this powerful episode, Tina shares her remarkable journey from a chaotic childhood in Miami to more than 11 years of continuous sobriety. Born in Honduras and raised in a family marked by addiction, trauma, and instability, Tina describes the early experiences that shaped her, the escapism she clung to long before substances entered the picture, and the decades-long cycle of addiction that followed.Her story spans cross-country moves, dangerous bottoms, near-fatal overdoses, and the painful consequences of living without the tools to cope. But it also reveals the turning points: the sponsor who never gave up, the...
2025-12-0431 min
PR Future, the USC Center for Public Relations PodcastInside Hollywood PR: A Conversation with Simon HallsGuestSimon Halls — Co-Founder, Apex Public Relations; USC alum; one of the most influential entertainment publicists working todayHost: Fred Cook, Director, USC Center for Public RelationsDiscussion BreakdownIntroduction to Simon’s Career — 0:00From USC to Warner Bros: A Non-Linear Start — 1:07Launching McDonald’s in Russia & Early Global PR Lessons — 3:16Returning to the U.S. and Joining Golin — 5:42Founding an Agency Before 30 (and Signing Future Icons) — 7:30Scaling to PMK & Building a Global Entertainment PR Firm — 8:30Returning to Boutique PR: Quality, Focus...
2025-12-0143 min
Heavy is the Head Podcast#HITH Episode 59: Epstein Files, Nicki vs Cardi, Male Best Friend & Intimacy Talk (ft. Gabby)Heavy is the Head | Podcast | Episode 59🎙️ Episode 59 gets wild, honest, and unfiltered. The crew sits down with special guest Gabby, and the conversation jumps from headline chaos to real-life relationship talk.They break down the newly released Epstein files, react to Nicki Minaj’s political stance, and get into a heated Cardi B vs. Nicki debate that almost flips the room. From there, things get personal — diving into male best friend dynamics, performance anxiety, and what dating looks like for a successful Black woman in medicine.Sports talk sneaks in with LeBron’s...
2025-11-291h 07
JT SportsLane Kiffin’s Decision, FSU Won’t Fire Mike Norvell, USC-Oregon FalloutOn this episode of the JT Sports Podcast, JT unloads on the wildest storylines coming out of Week 13 and the chaos leading into rivalry week. He breaks down the Lane Kiffin situation with the kind of no-filter honesty Ole Miss fans won’t like, calling out how Lane Kiffin transformed the program and why leaving for Florida or LSU could be the biggest gamble of his career. JT also dissects USC’s loss to Oregon and explains why Lincoln Riley’s rebuild is way further along than people want to admit, even if the haters swear his tenure is collap...
2025-11-2444 min
Giant Robot RadioFrom Gamecocks to Game AwardsOn this episode of Giant Robot Radio, Big Daddy Suede Simon Moore powers up the mics and dives into a mix of sports, gaming, global headlines, and real-life mental health talk.He starts with the USC Gamecocks’ heartbreaking 31–30 loss to Texas A&M, breaking down how a 30–3 lead evaporated, what went wrong with the defense, and why one security cop’s tense tunnel interaction with USC players has people talking about race, professionalism, and game-day power trips.From there, Suede shifts gears into the Game Awards nominations, looking at a huge year for Nintendo, the rise of Donke...
2025-11-2121 minThe Fourcast Media Podcast NetworkFrom Gamecocks to Game Awards | Giant Robot RadioOn this episode of Giant Robot Radio, Big Daddy Suede Simon Moore powers up the mics and dives into a mix of sports, gaming, global headlines, and real-life mental health talk.He starts with the USC Gamecocks’ heartbreaking 31–30 loss to Texas A&M, breaking down how a 30–3 lead evaporated, what went wrong with the defense, and why one security cop’s tense tunnel interaction with USC players has people talking about race, professionalism, and game-day power trips.From there, Suede shifts gears into the Game Awards nominations, looking at a huge year for Nintendo, the rise of Donke...
2025-11-2121 min
Arroe Collins Like It's LiveHe Loves To Play It Loud Ryan Mitchell From NBC's The VoiceRyan is a pop-rock artist whose music blends emotional honesty with classic rock inspiration. Raised in a musical household, he started performing as the drummer in a band with his sibling, touring the UK as a teen with the Euphoria. Influenced by legends such as Queen, the Beatles and Led Zeppelin, he later fused that vintage energy with the edge of Muse, Green Day, Panic! At the Disco and My Chemical Romance. After struggling during the pandemic and entering rehab in 2021, songwriting became his lifeline. Now sober and thriving, Ryan is one semester away from graduating USC's Thornton School of...
2025-11-1518 min
The JustIn Time Podcast with Justin KutcherJim Jackson! 14-year NBA Vet on Jordan, Shaq, KobeWe sit down with Jim Jackson — 14-year NBA veteran, McDonald’s All-American, First Team All-American at Ohio State, and Justin’s former broadcast partner — for a fast-moving, story-rich conversation. We revisit the Dapper Dan Classic where teenage Shaq went coast to coast, the raw electricity of ARCO Arena with the early-2000s Kings, and a steakhouse window into Kobe Bryant’s mindset during the post-Shaq reset. Jim opens up on his famous Mavericks rookie holdout, how one shoe change altered his career trajectory, and what he learned playing alongside stars from Yao Ming to Steve Nash and Jason Kidd. We also hi...
2025-11-051h 23
Locked On UCLA - Daily Podcast On UCLA BruinsSHOCKING: Mick Cronin Saw UCLA's EFFORT Crisis Coming | 5-Star Christian Collins Names UCLA FINAL 3UCLA Bruins basketball secures an 80-74 victory over Eastern Washington, but Coach Mick Cronin's post-game assessment raises serious red flags. Is complacency threatening the Bruins' Big Ten debut?
Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down UCLA's concerning season opener, where defensive lapses and lack of intensity overshadowed Donovan Dent's 21-point performance. Cronin's brutal honesty about wanting to "fire himself" signals deeper issues as Arizona looms on the horizon. The discussion shifts to UCLA football's recruiting resurgence under interim coach Tim Skipper, with multiple recommitments from Anthony Jones and Matthew Muasau breathing new life into the program. Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola's season-ending injury dramatically...
2025-11-0428 min
The Sandy ShowAirport Snacks or Road Trip Sins? The Photo That Proves Sandy Grabbed WHAT at the Rose Bowl?:Ever wonder why your airport “healthy” haul of beef jerky and granola suddenly morphs into a gas-station sugar apocalypse the second you hit the highway? On today’s Sandy Show, Sandy McIlree and Tricia dive deep into the psychology of travel munchies—complete with Dr Pepper fountains, corn nuts at 60 mph, and the sacred Little Debbie donuts that only appear post-drop-off. But the real bombshell? A 20-year-old Rose Bowl photo surfaces from the 2006 USC-Texas national championship… and Sandy is cupping a stranger’s boob while JB stands clueless behind him. (Yes, Tricia was dating him at the time. Yes, she knew instant...
2025-10-3021 min
The Connect- with Johnny MitchellHow A USC Football Star Became A Cocaine Kingpin With The Sinaloa Cartel: The Legend Of Owen HansonIn this explosive episode, former USC football standout Owen Hanson—once living the dream on the field—reveals how he plunged into the dark underworld of the Sinaloa Cartel, moving hundreds of millions in cocaine across continents. Known as “O-Dog”, Hanson opens up about his journey from campus celebrity and sports bookmaker to international drug trafficker working directly with El Chapo’s network.
Host Johnny Mitchell dives deep into Hanson’s transformation—from selling steroids to teammates at USC, to orchestrating high-level cartel deals spanning Peru, Mexico, Australia, and the U.S. Hanson recounts the lavish hig...
2025-10-202h 21
Off The Air with Sean Baligian2025: Week 4 College Football Reaction ShowSean Baligian goes Off The Air for his Week 4 College Football Reaction Show, breaking down another wild Saturday across the sport. Michigan handled Nebraska with a suffocating defense and a freshman QB still finding his rhythm, while Michigan State fans braced for the worst against USC. Sean also digs into the unraveling at Clemson, why narratives don’t die until teams kill them, and why the 1995 Nebraska Cornhuskers remain the greatest team he’s ever seen.Beyond the Big Ten, Sean gives props to Arkansas–Memphis for being the weekend’s most entertaining game, calls out Wisconsin’s stunning...
2025-09-2148 minOff The Air with Sean BaligianTigers Troubles, Lions-Ravens Worries, & Red Wings Reality CheckSean Baligian goes Off The Air to break down the latest in Detroit sports with raw honesty and perspective. He doesn’t hold back on the Tigers’ post-trade deadline collapse, calling out the missed opportunities at the plate and on the mound while questioning Scott Harris’s “no window” claim. Sean also dives into why watching this team has become an arduous grind and recalls the ghosts of seasons past when hope faded too soon.Looking ahead, Sean previews Michigan’s trip to Nebraska and MSU’s looming clash with USC, while voicing real concern over the Lions’ matchup...
2025-09-1847 min
La Vie CreativeThe Art of Spontaneity: Aaron Kahn on Improv in ParisAaron Kahn (b. 1975, Chicago) is a Paris-based performance, sound, and vocal artist whose work spans both decades and continents. He is the founder of Précisément Par Hasard, the first French troupe blending sport poetry and honesty in the Chicago’s Neo-Futurist Theatre tradition to produce an ever-changing living newspaper of 30 plays in 60 minutes. Kahn’s practice is rooted not in critique but in a Socratic ethic—using performance to question, to disturb, and to listen. His research focuses on the ethical stakes of the artist–audience relationship, often privileging process over product and presence over illusion.Kahn hol...
2025-08-2132 min
The ForeverYoungs MediaBehind Big Boys: Corey Sherman’s StoryToday, I have the privilege of sitting down with Corey Sherman—a bold, heartfelt, and refreshingly honest filmmaker whose debut feature Big Boys took the indie world by storm.Corey’s journey began in the Bronx, making comedies as a kid and following his passion all the way to USC’s School of Cinematic Arts. Along the way, he honed his voice through short films, animation, and even a stint writing for Adult Swim. But it’s with Big Boys—a tender coming-of-age dramedy about identity, body image, and first crushes—that Corey has truly cemented his place as a u...
2025-07-0417 min
Harmony in a HurryEpisode 38 - Steven PuriSteven is the Founder and CEO of The Sukha Company with the mission to help millions of people find their focus, achieve more and have a healthy work life.Steven's career started as a newscaster/interviewer for the #1 youth news show in the DC/Baltimore market (on WTTG-TV) and then as a junior software engineer & Thomas J. Watson Scholar at IBM. After attending USC in Los Angeles, he began working in film production and produced computer-generated visual effects for 14 movies including Independence Day which won the Academy Award for Visual Effects.
2025-06-1824 min
Beyond The Jersey PodcastFrom UCLA to USC: Londynn Jones’ Redemption RunLondynn Jones has never let the doubters define her. From dropping 2,713 points in high school to setting records at UCLA and now turning a new page at USC, this is a story of resilience, belief, and redefining what greatness looks like — especially when you don’t fit the “typical mold.”In this exclusive sit-down, Londynn opens up about:Being ranked 22nd in the 2022 class — but not named a McDonald’s All-AmericanRepresenting Team USA 🇺🇸 (U17 + U18) & playing in the Jordan Brand ClassicSetting UCLA’s single-season 3PT record (87 made) & leading them to the Final Four
2025-06-1642 min
Champions Mojo for Masters SwimmersHow a Swimming Prodigy Rediscovered Her Love for the Sport: Becca Mann, EP 279Pro Swimmer, Author, Screenwriter, Becca Mann's journey redefines what it means to be a swimming prodigy who grows beyond the confines of early success. At just 10 years old, she completed the 15K Maui channel, becoming the youngest to do so. By her teens, she was a seven-time US National Team member and two-time national champion. But after narrowly missing Olympic qualification three times, Becca made the courageous decision to step away from competitive swimming altogether.What happened during those five years away from racing forms the emotional core of our conversation. Becca speaks candidly about needing to...
2025-05-3034 min
WY Network by Dwyane WadeIconic Conversations: Tina Thompson on the Evolution of WNBA, Athlete Development, and Becoming A Sports IconIn this episode of The Timeout, Dwyane Wade, D Wright, and Chris Johnson sit down with WNBA legend Tina Thompson. They talk legacy—Tina’s USC roots, red lipstick on the court, and how she helped shape women’s basketball. She breaks down Juju Watkins’ impact at USC, calling her a generational star bringing back Cheryl Miller vibes. The convo hits NIL realities, with Tina praising the progress but raising concerns about education and “hush money” from collectives. She also shares proud mom moments about her son Dylan, now at Georgia Tech, and the grind it took to g...
2025-05-2030 min
The HitstreakEpisode 183: Built To Last: The Tools To Sustain Success In The NFL & Beyond w/ Jeff FisherEpisode 183 of The Hitstreak, a podcast where we talk about anything and everything! This week we are joined by the Commissioner of the new AF1 League, a Partner, President, and Director of Football Operations for the Nashville Kats, and a former NFL Head Coach, Jeff Fisher!Episode in a Glance:Check it out! In this episode, Coach Jeff Fisher shares his extensive journey in football, from his early days as a player to his current role as commissioner of the AF1 League. He discusses the importance o...
2025-04-221h 22
She Built It® PodcastThe Business of Healing: Dr. Courtney Tracy’s MissionYou want to feel confident, grounded, and in control of your mental health—but let’s be honest, it’s not always that simple. Between societal expectations, misinformation, and the pressure to "just be okay," it can feel impossible to know what’s real and what actually works. That’s why today’s conversation is one you don’t want to miss.I’m sitting down with Dr. Courtney Tracy, also known as “The Truth Doctor.” She’s a USC-trained psychotherapist, a multi-hyphenate healthcare entrepreneur, and an award-winning content creator with over 100 million views. But more than that, she’s someone wh...
2025-02-1812 min
RAWNoam Weissman Unpacks Israeli History with Integrity and Humor Today on the show, we welcome Dr. Noam Weissman, Executive Vice President of OpenDor Media, where he leads a team of producers and educators to reach millions of young Jews yearly through articles, videos, and social media about Israel and the Jewish people. As the host of Unpacking Israeli History, the #1 Jewish podcast, he’s known for breaking down complex historical narratives with honesty, nuance, and a touch of humor.
In today’s conversation, he brings that same clarity and candor to a more personal level. We talk about how he actively works to confront his own biases and tribal inst...
2025-02-0355 min
Guys At The Bar Talking SportsCollege Football Week 14, Rivalry Week!!!Week 14 College Football Last week’s games:1. #9 Ole Miss loses to Florida- 24-17- first big upset of the weekend. Florida was not exactly in control the entire game, but you could see that on offense and defense they came to play. They took advantage of a muffed punt return, and several of lane Kiffins signature 4th and short situations to win the field position game. In tell you what, the confidence that the gators play with when DJ Lagway is in the game is night and day difference. The look on th...
2024-11-271h 06
Take One Daf YomiBava Metzia 50 – Honest Dealers with Producer Josh KrossToday’s Talmud page, Bava Metzia 50, discusses the important of honesty in the marketplace. Producer Josh Kross joins us to discuss the importance of being able to trust your debate partners. What can the Talmud tell us about modern discourse? Listen and find outLike the show? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Send us a note at takeone@tabletmag.com. Follow us on Twitter at @takeonedafyomi and join the conversation in the Take One Facebook group.We think that you may also enjoy Liel's new book How the Talmud Can Change Your Life...
2024-04-1812 min
P.S.A the Mental Health PodcastHow Sherman P. Stopped Being Broke & Stressed: Mastering Mental and Financial Health for a Major Life Glow-UpHow Sherman Perryman Mastered Basic Emotional Intelligence for Success - P.S.A Mental Health Podcast S8E2”Are you a young man feeling stuck at life’s crossroads, trying to figure out your next move? This episode of “P.S.A: The Mental Health Podcast” is just for you. We’re diving into how mastering simple but crucial skills like emotional intelligence can set you up for a win in life.Meet Sherman Perryman: Sherman is not just a sharp entrepreneur; he’s a pro when it comes to building a life on solid ground. With a stron...
2024-04-111h 04
NoConfidenceNoConfidence - So, what would a "key to the code" look like? Behold . . . The guts of my 1994 treatise - Code Breaker.Subscribe FlashDrivePro1@gmail.com - I begin and end with only tax statutes and regulations, the IRS calls me a citizen of the United States, and the federal government have nothing to say about 35-40 provisions. The tax-honesty movement has vaporized, and everyone left refuse to even glance at 26 USC 83. There's no excuse for choosing ignorance like they do.
2024-03-2142 min
The Product Doula Presents™Navigating Entrepreneurship: Rise to a Seven-Figure Business and the Art of Adapting with Emily McDonaldEmbark on an inspirational odyssey with Emily, the ingenious mind behind The Stylist LA, as she shares her tale of morphing a simple concept into a seven-figure sensation. Her candid recount of the trials laced with personal sacrifices paints a raw picture of entrepreneurship. It's not just sequins and success; we get a backstage pass to her story, from dreaming up The Stylist LA in her USC dorm to the strategic pivot amidst a global pandemic that led her to embrace coaching. Emily's transparency in sharing the often-unseen struggles, and her commitment to mentoring fellow female entrepreneurs, offers a...
2024-01-3036 min
The Quarterback DadCastTaylorMade's Duane Anderson - Golf, Fatherhood, and ValuesSend us a textWhen you tee up a conversation with Duane Anderson, TaylorMade's seasoned club fitter, and father, you know we are in for a great conversation! Thankfully, Greg Manley was kind enough to introduce Duane and me a few years ago, and our friendship continues to grow! This episode intertwines the lush world of golf with the journey of fatherhood, as Duane and I reflect on the values that not only define our paths as dads but also shape the lives of our children. From his time at USC triumphs to how he g...
2024-01-041h 02
College Football EnquirerRace for the Case Week 5: Colorado vs. USC, Georgia vs. Auburn & emotional support alligators vs. the PhilliesDan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde pick the biggest Week 5 matchups in college football against the spread in this week’s Race for the Case.Before making their official picks, the guys dive back into the Ryan Day vs. Lou Holtz saga. Ryan Day’s post-game outburst after beating Notre Dame seems to be stemming from a place other than Lou Holtz. The guys settle on one thing: if Ohio State wants to stop hearing comments about how they lose to more physical teams, they need to start by beating Michigan this year.Later...
2023-09-281h 15
Needed On SetCasting Conversations: Alice Ellis on Background Casting for Commercials, Asking the Right Questions, and Learning How to Read the RoomWe’re very thankful Alice Ellis, Casting Director, USC graduate and mom, ended up saying yes to this episode, because it’s jam packed with great insider tips and valuable insights. Alice talks with Kenya about why she was initially hesitant to accept the interview and how she overcame her fears. She discusses the nuances between casting for commercials and shows, including the fine line between background actors simply doing their job and how they can network while on set. Tune in to learn what makes background casting for commercials unique and the importance of accuracy in sizes and up-t...
2023-07-2529 min
Thursday Night MessagesSpring 2023 • Wisdom from Above: Part 1 • SeniorsSeveral of our seniors share some nuggets of wisdom – including topics like honesty, fishing, ministry, and much more!
April 20th, 2023
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2023-04-2143 min
The CatholicAuthor ShowCombat veterans, exorcists, & serious storytelling with Douglas ErnstDouglas Ernst is the creator and writer or the Soulfinder series at Iconic Comics. He's a former Army guy who believes success comes through hard work, honesty, optimism, and perseverance. He believes seeing yourself as a victim creates a self-fulfilling prophecy. He's a USC Trojan with an MA in Political Science from American University and the creator of the Soulfinder series. Website | Patreon | YouTube | Twitter
ABOUT SOULFINDER: Retter is a combat veteran reluctant to accept his calling as a parish priest. But the evil he encounters in his investigation — a sinister cult and the demons it worships — may co...
2022-04-0550 min
Anthony Thomas Podcast#19 Combating Toxic Productivity, Pouring Into Yourself and Others, starring Talia CaldwellIs it ever okay to be unproductive? Absolutely. In fact, it can recharge you, combat work-life imbalance, prevent mental and physical burnout, and even foster creativity. Turning off the “always on” work culture is exactly what we dive into on today’s episode with my fellow Berkeley Bear, Talia Caldwell. She also drops some gems on pouring back into yourself, navigating sacrifices for success, practicing gratitude, building a tribe, and supporting black female writers. Proud, black LA native and former pro athlete, Talia Caldwell attended UC Berkeley, where she was the first women’s basketball player admitted to the Ha...
2022-03-301h 00
From Embers To Excellence™Interview with Michelle Kuei, Author of “Perfectly Normal: An Immigrant's Story of Making It in America”Michelle is the Founder of Elevate Life Coaching and a Clinical Pharmacist at Keck Medical Center of USC who graduated with a Doctor of Pharmacy from St. John's University. She is an International Motivational Speaker, a Visibility Confidence Coach, a Meditation & Mindfulness Teacher, an Associate Certified Coach, a Certified Professional Coach, a Certified Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner, a Certified Cor. E Transition Dynamic Specialist, and the Author of “Perfectly Normal: An Immigrant's Story of Making It in America.”Michelle is an expert in helping Women Coaches and Thought Leaders in taking a step forward and unstuck from...
2022-01-1445 min
But Not All At OnceAn Update and A Metric Ton of Inspiration with Meredith Jaggard In April 2019, Meredith Jaggard was fearless enough to join But Not All At Once as our first-ever guest. The podcast was just a concept then, and by pouring out her heart and her story, Meredith started it with a bang. Now she's back for more. Today we talk about the lives her words changed, an obituary I had to write, pandemic weight gain, modern marriage, and uprooting your whole life a second time to build a new one.Learn how she moved (again!) and continued to battle MS during Covid; how "newborn" Ellie is doing; w...
2022-01-131h 05
Flame Bearers: UNEDITEDI Choose Life: Deja Young (USA)Being a "non traditional athlete" with brachial plexus has never held Deja back. Even though her condition was caused by medical malpractice during her birth, this 2x Paralympic gold medalist (100m & 200m) says she wouldn't change a thing if she could: she's where she is today because of what she's been through.
In this episode, we talk about what it was like growing up with brachial plexus (also called shoulder dystocia), explore how she got into running, and turn to Deja’s ongoing battles with mental health, including her attempted suicide. We end with Deja’s choice to be an outs...
2021-06-2328 min
My SGV PodcastMichelle Kuei - A life changing accident and reawakeningSend us a textMichelle Kuei is a professional speaker, confidence coach, meditation & mindfulness teacher who helps woman entrepreneurs who struggles with the confidence and courage to tell their unique story to get seen, get heard, and get hired. Michelle provides her clients with skills they need to live confidently and with purpose by helping them redirect their fears and channel their energy into living life filled with happiness, authenticity, and personal freedom. Michelle is the author of the memoir, Perfectly Normal-an immigrant’s story of making it in America, as well as the in...
2021-05-1456 min
USC Honesty HourEpisode 14: Shannon HaginsToday's conversation follows one of our host's good friends, Shannon Hagins. She is a recent graduate who shares her experience dealing with grief at a young age, as well as the trials of working in the entertainment industry during the pandemic, and finally, the exhaustion of greek life at USC.
2021-04-161h 21USC Honesty HourEpisode 14 Trailer: Shannon HaginsTune in on Friday for a conversation with one of our host's good friends, Shannon Hagins. She covers topics ranging from dealing with grief to managing the pandemic and even the stress of greek life on campus. You do not want to miss out on this episode!
2021-04-1406 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 13: Aisha PatelListen in on an insightful conversation with Aisha Patel, You-tuber and sophomore studying communications and business at USC, for a new take on the intersection of mental health and religion. We also discuss topics related to social media, college life, and culture!
2021-04-0956 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 13 Trailer: Aisha PatelThis Friday's episode is all about Aisha Patel's journey through spirituality and how this has helped her mental health. She also discusses her experience in college, her relationship with social media, and life lessons throughout the pandemic.
2021-04-0704 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 12: Denice CamposToday's episode is all about Denice Campos and her journey as a master's student in social work at USC. Listen in on her perspective on the importance of mental health resources, not only in college, but for young children as well. We also uncover topics such as stigma, childhood, and the impact she hopes to make as a prospective social worker.
2021-04-0250 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 12 Trailer: Denice CamposListen in this Friday for a brand new episode of Honesty Hour, where we will discuss mental health resources for children as well as the impact that social work can do for vulnerable groups.
2021-03-3104 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 11: Dan SilvaToday we talk with USC Leventhal and transfer student, Dan Silva! Join us as we dive into an insightful conversation about transitioning between career paths, imposter syndrome, the benefits of therapy, and the stigma of mental health in the hispanic community.
2021-03-2657 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 11 Trailer: Dan SilvaDon't forget to tune in this Friday for the full conversation with Dan Silva as we explore the importance of therapy and his experience as a first generation, hispanic, transfer student.
2021-03-2403 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 10: Harley McKeeJoin us for an amazing conversation with Harley McKee, student and President of Trojan Heart and Mind Club, where he describes his struggles with performance, his journey towards mindful practices, and reminds us that our mental health journeys often require unique approaches.
2021-03-191h 04USC Honesty HourEpisode 10 Trailer: Harley McKeeListen in this Friday for the next episode of Honesty Hour where we will talk with USC student and president of Trojan Heart and Mind Club, Harley McKee, about the importance of mindfulness, the pressures of perfectionism, and much more.
2021-03-1703 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 9: Javin D'SouzaJoin us for a special episode of Honesty Hour! Today's guest is Javin D'Souza, senior at USC and good friend of our host, Raagini. They discuss their mental health journey throughout this pandemic, the importance of recognizing disabilities, as well as the creation of USC's very first Student Assembly for Accessibility.
2021-03-121h 11USC Honesty HourEpisode 9 Trailer: Javin D'SouzaJoin us on Friday for a special episode of Honesty Hour where we talk to Javin, student and Co-Founder/ Co-Director of Student Assembly for Accessibility. Topics discussed include the importance of recognizing disabilities, navigating family relationships, and much more.
2021-03-1005 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 8: Raagini KothurWelcome to a special episode of Honesty Hour! Today, our host, Raagini Kothur, shares her personal mental health journey and the events that led to the creation of this podcast.
2021-03-0729 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 8 Trailer: Raagini KothurDon't miss out on Friday's special episode of Honesty Hour where our host, Raagini Kothur, is also our guest as she explores topics relating to her mental health journey as well as how this podcast came to be!
2021-03-0301 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 7: Winter ValentWelcome back to our seventh episode! Today we interview Winter Valent, student and founder of Spoiled Threads, a collegiate apparel brand that donates 100% of its proceeds to local teenage mental health organizations. He covers a wide variety of topics including his mental health journey as a transfer student, his punk influences, and starting his own business.
2021-02-261h 14USC Honesty HourEpisode 7 Trailer: Winter ValentListen in on Friday for this week's new conversation with Winter, student and entrepreneur, on the tolls of transferring to USC, his mental health journey, and starting a business founded on punk values.
2021-02-2405 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 6: Amanda ElimianJoin us for a refreshing conversation with Amanda Elimian, student and YouTuber, where we will cover topics such as her journey towards YouTube fame, the importance of diversity in the health sector, and her perspective on being a Black student on the premed track.
2021-02-191h 00USC Honesty HourEpisode 6 Trailer: Amanda ElimianTune in on Friday for a fun conversation with Amanda, student and YouTuber, about her journey on the premed track, the importance of diversity and inclusion, and social media.
2021-02-1705 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 5: Travis ChenThis week's episode follows Travis Chen, from student at USC to COO and Cofounder of SoundMind, an app focused on using innovative sound technology to help those suffering from PTSD. Listen in while we talk about growing up in an Asian American background, the dangers of imposter syndrome, and more!
2021-02-1259 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 5 Trailer: Travis ChenThis week's exciting new episode follows Travis Chen, a fellow Trojan, whose journey with mental health led him to develop a new app that incorporates sound technology to combat PTSD. Tune in on Friday for more!
2021-02-1006 min
A Well-Designed Business® | Interior Design Business PodcastMina Duque: Starting an Interior Design Firm in a Foreign Melting PotToday with Mina Duque: Welcome to A Well-Designed Business®. Can you imagine starting your firm in a foreign city—one where you have no connections, no network, and where you haven’t even visited? That’s exactly what Mina Duque ended up doing. Today, she’s sharing her story of how she started her business in Tulum, the unique challenges presented by working in a major melting pot, and how she grew her business even without a community and network. Pick it apart: [18:00] Mina shares the challenges and triumphs of working with different c...
2021-02-0959 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 4: Dr. Edden AgonaferToday we interview Dr. Edden Agonafer, a clinical psychologist and professor at USC. Tune in for a conversation about the importance of mental wellbeing as a student, the psychological effects of marginalized groups, and listen in on her career journey as well!
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Jeremy Awakens PodcastFootball, Failure, and Resilience with Max BrowneIn today's episode, Jeremy sits down with Max Browne. Coming out of high school in 2014, Max was the #1 rated Quarterback recruit. He got offers from Alabama and Oklahoma, but committed to USC.After several setbacks and underperformances, his career officially ended in 2018. After being called "The Next Peyton Manning" by many, Max embraces his failures as a football player. However, he did not let his struggles define his identity.In our conversation, Max opens up about his journey and the challenges he's facing after football. His honesty and vulnerability is something we can...
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A Happy Head PodcastMichelle KueiToday's guest on the Happy Head Podcast is Michelle Kuei.Michelle Kuei Professional Speaker, Confidence Mindset Coach, Meditation & Mindfulness Teacher who empowers women to upgrade the internal narratives and empowers them fearlessly unleash personal freedom in a fulfilling personal and professional life.Michelle provides her clients with skills they need to live confidently and with purpose by helping them redirect their fears and channel their energy into living life filled with happiness, authenticity, and personal freedom.Michelle motivates her clients to discover their inner strength and beauty, enabling them to be heard, seen...
2021-02-051h 00USC Honesty HourEpisode 4 Trailer: Dr. Edden AgonaferTune in this Friday to listen to our fourth episode of Honesty Hour! We are having an interesting conversation with a clinical psychologist about the importance of self care, holistic health, and the psychological effects of marginalized groups.
2021-02-0305 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 3: Olivia BowserJoin us for the third episode of Honesty Hour! Today we interview Olivia Bowser, CEO and founder of Liberate, the first ever mental fitness studio, as we dive into a wonderful conversation about entrepreneurship, mental wellbeing, and even some breathing exercises to relieve anxiety!
2021-01-2955 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 3 Trailer: Olivia BowserThis week's episode will follow Olivia Bowser's journey, from student at Syracuse University to entrepreneur and founder of Liberate, the first ever mental fitness studio! Tune in on Friday for the full episode.
2021-01-2705 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 2: Justin PowellHello Everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Honesty Hour. Today we are speaking with Justin Powell, a student at USC. Tune in to this new conversation about mental wellbeing, listen to Justin's experience, and learn something new about USC's many on-campus resources.
2021-01-2257 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 2 Trailer: Justin PowellA brief trailer from an insightful conversation with USC student Justin Powell.
2021-01-2003 minUSC Honesty HourEpisode 1: Professor Leslie BerntsenJoin us for our first episode of Honesty Hour! Today, USC Professor Leslie Berntsen discusses career trajectory, mental health, and resources.
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USC Honesty HourEpisode 1 Trailer: Prof. Leslie BerntsenA quick trailer from an in-depth conversation about mental health, psychology, teaching, and COVID-19.
2021-01-0405 min
Control Your Attention, Control Your Life with Sean BrawleySean Brawley has dedicated the past 25 years to helping people from all walks of life elevate their performance and unlock their potential. As a facilitator and coach, he has custom designed highly unique, experiential programs for many well-known organizations such as GE, ITT, the New York Yankees, San Diego Padres, Seattle Mariners and the U.S. Tennis Association. Sean was also the primary mental coach for the USC football team for 9 years and helped Pete Carroll and the Trojans win 2 national championships.
Sean starts by explaining the power of our attention. It's critically important to pay attention to how we pay...
2020-11-2225 min
The Honesty Pill PodcastEp. 5: Nathan Cole on perfectionism, technology and his favorite barbeque resource.In this episode I’ll be talking to one of the greatest living orchestral violinists my colleague Nathan Cole, who is an author, a podcaster, a trailblazer in the online teaching space, and happens to be the First Associate Concertmaster of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. He’s kind of a busy guy. We’re going to cover how technology has impacted our perception of perfectionism, going into debt to get a music degree, how being an orchestral musician is a lot like being a professional basketball player, and how many hours it actually takes to record 60 seconds of mus...
2020-10-2654 min
Eduardo_vhmxColter Smith - University of Southern California (ENG)Redshirt, Colter Smith, joins the podcast as he talks about committing to USC, doing both in-class and home school during HS, adapting to the life in college, and more. (Music: Pink Sweat$ - Honesty)
2020-06-2716 min
The Jeremy Ryan Slate Show580: Brutal Honesty with Yourself to Achieve High Level Success | Damon D'AmoreAbout This Episode:Mr. D’Amore specializes working with two distinct types of leaders: C-Suite executives and founding teams. His work with corporate C-Suite executives focuses on legacy and helping leaders accomplish current tactical goals that ultimately facilitate their personal or organizational legacy at retirement. Damon also works with founding teams of companies positioned for hyper-growth focusing on implementing personal performance systems and positioning these companies to scale into industry or category-leading organizations. He works directly with these leaders or via their institutional and venture investors. He has more than fifteen years’ experience working one-on-one with hund...
2019-06-1047 minCYOL with Jeremy Ryan Slate Archive 1580: Brutal Honesty with Yourself to Achieve High Level Success | Damon D'AmoreAbout This Episode:Mr. D’Amore specializes working with two distinct types of leaders: C-Suite executives and founding teams. His work with corporate C-Suite executives focuses on legacy and helping leaders accomplish current tactical goals that ultimately facilitate their personal or organizational legacy at retirement. Damon also works with founding teams of companies positioned for hyper-growth focusing on implementing personal performance systems and positioning these companies to scale into industry or category-leading organizations. He works directly with these leaders or via their institutional and venture investors. He has more than fifteen years’ experience working one-on-one with hund...
2019-06-1047 min