Bringing you inspiration to live a more creative lifestyle. Because our favorite people are the ones that choose the path less traveled. This podcast is aimed to shift your perceptions on how you approach life, creativity, and success. Hosted by Internationally acclaimed Fine Artist, entrepreneur, and Dad: Jay Alders Jay interviews Entrepreneurs, Emmy and Grammy Award-winning Artists, CEO's, Rockstars, Writers, Creative Visionaries, and Professional Extreme Athletes to share with you new way ...
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Listen in on interviews with world-renowned experts exploring the forces in history that shaped the world both then, and now. The topics we explore vary from whaling, to the Roman games, but they always touch on the intersection between riches and power, particularly in business and economic history.
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The UNRUGGABLE Podcast is where we find out how influential people operate during their daily grind. The biggest names from Fintech, blockchain, AI, metaverse, art, music, marketing & branding share their secrets on my podcast of how they think, act & succeed. An audio experience of in depth conversations, influential people, impactful stories & many more amazing moments.
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Creative Identity Crisis: Searching For The Joy in Art Again with Artist Bo Bramwell
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In this heartfelt episode of the Shifting Perceptions Podcast, artist Bo Bramwell joins Jay Alders for a deep dive into the vulnerable side of being a creative. Known for his intricate, surreal pen-and-ink and digital art, Bo has collaborated with music legends like Sublime, Slightly Stoopid, and Atmosphere and exhibited alongside the visionary art…
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Imagine a world in which you don’t own index funds, but rather own companies directly. You have to know them intimately, and vote on issues affecting the operations of the company. Today, we live in a world in which most of us invest passively, but it hasn’t always been that way. Join us as we explore the world and history of asset managers. Sahand…
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Spirit Airlines is one of the most reviled airlines--and brands--in the country. Yet, it also might be the most important airline in the country. Join us as we explore why this hated airline is so important to the U.S. air traveler with writer Scott Nover.By Alex Doubet
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Deep Time w. Caroline Winterer of Stanford
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Imagine living in a world without a conception of a past greater than a few hundred or thousand years. A world in which “old” was perhaps not much older than your great, great, great grandfather. How would that change your conception of history, your place in the world, what the future holds? Deep time is a very modern idea whose impact on the deve…
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Imagine a world before North Face, Patagonia, or any other cold-weather gear. A world in which you had to rely only on what you could find in nature. It was in that world that industrial-scale hunting of seals took place because their fur provided fantastic insulation from the elements. It was also in that world that the unbelievable journey of the…
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Silent Suffering is Killing Us As Men - Practical Advice for Modern Men: Interview with Traver Boehm - Hosted by Jay Alders
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Welcome to the Shifting Perceptions Podcast, hosted by Jay Alders with special guest Traver Boehm, founder of the Man Uncivilized Movement and author of ManUncivilized and 28 Days in Darkness. In this episode, we dive deep into the silent struggles that many men face, especially those in their 30s to 50s, who often carry the weight of the world on …
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Lie Detection w. Ken Alder of Northwestern
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Imagine a world in which you can’t lie because, if you do, you will be found out 100% of the time. We obviously don’t live in this world, but we’ve built machines in an attempt to get closer to that reality. So-called lie detectors—a staple of police procedural dramas—are an attempt to suss out the truth of a testimony using science. But is that sc…
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The Ski Business w. Stuart Winchester
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Imagine a world in which you love skiing, but the only way to shush down the mountain is to trudge to the top of the mountain with the skis strapped to your back. There are no lift lines, sure, but each run requires an arduous effort to make happen. Conversely, imagine a world in which ski lifts are abundant, but a lift ticket doesn’t cost north of…
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The Surfing Entrepreneur Behind Indo Board: Meet Hunter Joslin
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Ever wondered how a simple idea can revolutionize an industry? Meet Hunter Joslin, the surfing Entrepreneur and Founder of Indo Board, a game-changer in fitness and sports. My chats with Hunter, a long-time friend, are always fun and insightful. I'm glad I finally got Hunter on the podcast to talk about his incredible journey. Hunter’s Early Days: …
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Kurt Pellegrino’s Unstoppable Journey To The UFC and Beyond: Dyslexia, Bullies & Fatherhood
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Former UFC Fighter, instructor, entrepreneur, and world-renowned Brazilian Jiu Jitsu martial artist Kurt "Batman" Pellegrino. In this interview Kurt opens up about his battles with dyslexia and bullying, and how his mindset has helped him on and off the mats. Early Life and Dyslexia Kurt faced significant challenges from a young age. Born with seve…
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The Disco Rap Revolution with Hip-Hop Group Bungalow Collect
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Leave Us a Review Bungalow Collect hit the hip-hop scene and went viral with their unique sound that they refer to as, "Disco Rap". I sat down with the four man hip-hop group Bungalow Collect to talk about their journey to becoming a unified musical force that’s catching the ears of listeners across platforms like TikTok. Marcus Isiah, Zay Suav, Rs…
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The Cold War w. Fritz Bartel of Texas A&M
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Why did the Cold War end? Every high schooler in the country would likely answer that with some reference to the steely-eyed resolve of John F. Kennedy, or America's overwhelming economic power. But Professor Fritz Bartel of Texas A&M University has a compelling--and very surprising--new theory he put forth in his recent book The Triumph of Broken …
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Living a Multifaceted Creative Life: Musician John Harvey on Being a Renaissance Man in the Digital Age
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Leave Us a Review I was first introduced to my good friend John Harvey by our mutual bro Dave Fowler. At the time, John was the guy who was thumping away on the bass guitar with the emo band Secondhand Serenade. During his touring days, John also played with artists like Jessie James Decker, Jackson Harris, Williams Honor, Natalie Stovall to name a…
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Uber & Lyft are Leaving Minneapolis - Short
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The two largest ride share providers in the United States, Uber and Lyft, have recently said that they will be exiting Minneapolis in May. Minneapolis' city council has passed into law a requirement that the ride share providers pay a (in the companies' view) high minimum hourly wage to their riders. The companies say the wage is unsustainable. The…
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A Little Person With Big Ambitions: Christophe Zajac-Denek On Dwarfism, Navigating Societal Norms, Acting, Surfing, Self-Acceptance and Drums
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In this episode, host Jay Alders is joined by Christophe Zajac-Denek, an actor, musician, surfer, and disabilities advocate who brings a unique perspective on thriving with dwarfism. Christophe opens up about his journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and the significance of self-confidence in defying societal expectations. His story is a testament…
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40 Years of Comedy: Inside the Mind of Brad Upton
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A conversation with Brad Upton, a comedian whose observational humor and unique view of the world have captivated audiences from cruise ships to comedy clubs for 40 years. In this episode, Brad reveals the intricacies of his comedic process and work ethic and talks about his inspiration as well as the disciplined craft of writing and performing. He…
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Imagine a war ravaging your home and everything you know. But this isn’t a normal war, it is, in the eyes of the aggressor, a “small war.” The aggressor perhaps calls it a “peacekeeping mission.” From your perspective, this doesn’t matter one bit. Death is death and violence is violence. Throughout modern history, imperial powers have waged so-call…
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Imagine a world in which your elected leaders may not be removed from office. You go to the polls, you vote, and for whichever leader wins the election, they are handed a mandate and a golden ticket to pilfer the country in whatever way they see fit. In the United States and many other democracies around the globe, even the holder of the highest el…
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Behind the Drum Kit: Brooke Colucci's Rhythmic Revolution
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"Rock Angel" shares her personal and professional journey, reflecting on how her passion for drumming has shaped her life and career. Leave a Review Meet Brooke Colucci Brooke Colucci, also known by her hundreds of thousands of fans on social media as "Rock Angel" is a dynamic New York based professional drummer. In this episode we talk to her abou…
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Imagine a world in which time is not kept by a single authority. If you drive from your hometown to one a few hours away, noon is slightly different and tied to the local experience of when the sun peaks. Time would be less precise, and more driven by the moon, the stars, the sun, and even the behavior of animals. We all live in a world in which ti…
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Balancing Creativity, Work, and Life with Jay Alders & Meredith Hackwith Edwards
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Join Jay Alders and Meredith Hackwith Edwards in this special episode of the Shifting Perceptions Podcast which originally aired on Meredith For Real. Finding Your Rhythm in the Symphony of Daily Demands and Artistic Passions This conversation covers such topics as: Importance of creativity and how (and why) to make time for it Intertwining mindful…
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Viral TikTok Sensation: Singer-Songwriter Zach Paradis
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Meet Zach Paradis, a dynamic singer-songwriter discovered by Crash Adams on TikTok. Zach shares his decade-long journey in the music industry, blending pop, hip-hop, and R&B with heartfelt storytelling. This episode unpacks Zach's creative process, the newfound pressures of viral fame, and the challenges and thrills of songwriting. We also explore …
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Join us for a discussion with a two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist. Imagine living in a country riven by political discord and strife. One party works to steal the election from the other. Politicians who are, in the eyes of their opposition, wholly unfit for office are running for and winning some of the highest elected positions in the country. Thi…
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Environmental Warfare w. Emmanuel Kreike of Princeton
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Imagine a world in which your life is turned upside down by war…. Not just war, but total war. The very land on which you live is destroyed and you are forced to flee, leaving everything behind. Beyond that, the very place you live in is destroyed. Food is scarce, shelter is difficult to find, and fear pervades your life. Though total war is most a…
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Dive deep into a conversation that seamlessly merges the vibrant world of art with the rhythmic flow of surf culture. Robb Havassy is a masterful fine artist, author, and surfer as well as a long-time personal friend. Jay Alders and Robb warmly touch upon their mutually felt kinship and you can hear their sincerity and inspirational natures as they…
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Mark Longenecker - Tattoos, Paintbrushes and Turntables
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Leave Us a Review In this episode I spoke to my long-time friend, globally acclaimed tattoo artist, and painter Mark Longenecker. Mark is a fellow native of New Jersey and like me spent much of his younger years surfing at the beaches of the Jersey Shore and skateboarding in the streets and on backyard ramps in the burbs. Mark studied Graphic Desig…
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The Constitution w. Jonathan Gienapp of Stanford
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Imagine living in a country without a written constitution. A country in which laws are subject to whimsy or a powerful person’s interpretation and there is no recourse for an individual who does not like or agree with the outcome of various legal decisions. In the United States, we live in a system subject to a written constitution. The document i…
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Owen Murphy: Poster Artist & Designer
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Our guest in this episode is artist & designer Owen Murphy, the creative mastermind behind One Drop Design Studio. Starting out in print shops and fueled by a deep love for art deco and psychedelia, Owen's journey is inspiring and surreal. We explore everything from the nitty-gritty of the gig poster business to the fascinating behind-the-scenes st…
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Imagine traveling across the world. But not on an airplane, not by car, but on your own two feet and on the backs of animals. Now, imagine doing that for two decades. Marco Polo was a Venetian merchant whose travels gained notoriety in his time and whose name survives across the millennia. There is far, far more to the man than just his name. He tr…
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Imagine, or perhaps think back, to a Europe in which each country had a different currency. In Germany you bought things with the Deutschmark, but cross the border into France and you’d have to use the French franc, and further still in Spain you’d be buying things with Spanish peseta. Currencies are omnipresent in the modern day and permeate comme…
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John Joseph: Raw and Unfiltered - A Conversation with the Punk Rock Legend, Author, Speaker, and Coach
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A dive deep into the mindset and life of John Joseph, the legendary former lead singer of the punk rock band, Cro-Mags. From his electrifying performances around the world to his thought-provoking perspectives, John has left an indelible mark on the music scene, but his contributions, accomplishments and passions go way beyond the stage including t…
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Austin Keen: Redefining Water Sports From World Champion Skimboarder To Entrepreneur and Beyond
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Leave a Review In this episode, I spoke with former world champion skimboarder Austin Keen. Austin is one of the biggest names, talents, and most recognizable characters in skim, wake surfing and water sports. Millions of followers watch his viral skim and wakeboarding videos as he expresses his creativity and skills on beaches, oceans and lakes ar…
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Preventing Heart Disease & Empowering Health Through Plant-Based Nutrition with Dr. Monica Aggarwal
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Embark on a transformative journey of health and wellness with Dr. Monica Aggarwal, MD, FACC, hosted by Jay Alders. Dr. Aggarwal, an adjunct Associate Professor in the University of Florida’s Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, brings a fresh perspective to the world of cardiology by exploring the powerful connection between plant-based nutrition,…
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Kashif Khan: Unleashing the Power of Genetics & Personalized Medicine
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Leave Us a Review Kashif Khan is the author of the eye-opening book "The DNA Way," a two-time TedX speaker, and the visionary CEO/Founder behind The DNA Company. Kashif who is also the charismatic host of the Unpilled podcast is here to share his groundbreaking insights into personalized medicine and the power of the human genome. Unveiling the Ent…
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James Watt w. David Miller of UNSW Australia
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Imagine a world in which there are no machines. If you need to move something heavy, get from place to place, or pump water, you have limited options including: human power, animal power, and (if you are close to a suitable river) river power. Thanks in large part to Scottish inventor James Watt, the Industrial Revolution was a time of unprecedente…
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Imperialism in Africa w. Steven Press of Stanford
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Imagine a world in which your country is purchased by a foreigner. Not taken over by a foreign country, mind you, but rather bought and paid for via a purchase contract. While there are many instances of one country invading or occupying another throughout history, the late 1800s saw European powers come to own—at least in their eyes—nearly the ent…
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Adam Topol: Percussionist to Jack Johnson, and Solo Artist on Creating Music With Intention, Being Authentic and Giving Back
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Leave a review. I am so stoked to share my conversation with Adam Topol. Adam is a professional percussionist best known as the drummer with the legendary singer-songwriter and surfer, Jack Johnson. This conversation took me on a journey through Adam's musical career, and his unwavering commitment to giving back to the community. Adam let me dive i…
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James O'Hara: Nurse Practitioner, Health Expert and Podcast Host
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Please leave a review On episode 68 of the Shifting Perceptions Podcast, host Jay Alders welcomes family Nurse Practitioner James O'Hara to talk about the importance of preventative medicine and taking care of your health. James shares his background in nursing and how his own medical emergency as a young adult inspired him to pursue a career in me…
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Anita Sadowska: Fashion, Swimwear and Beauty Photographer
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Leave us a Review In this episode, I spoke to professional Photographer Anita Sadowska. Anita mainly focuses her lens on swimwear, fashion, and fine art nude models and has developed a thriving business with a diverse income stream. Aside from her busy shooting schedule, over the past decade, she's built her YouTube channel to share her knowledge o…
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A patent grants its owner “the right to exclude others from making, using, offering for sale, or selling” an invention for a specified period of time in return for disclosing the invention to the public. Patents are a foundational piece of intellectual property rights both in the United States and worldwide, and they are both celebrated and critici…
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Brian Fanzo: Balancing Sacrifice and Passion - UNRUGGABLE EP. 09
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Brian Fanzo shares insights on the sacrifices he's made to up-cycle content and create daily podcasts, while also prioritizing time for his family. He emphasizes the importance of being true to yourself and finding ways to pursue your passion without sacrificing your mental health.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► https://www.youtube.com/@unruggablepodLIS…
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Imagine living with the fear of catching a disease that could paralyze you for the rest of your life. Generations of people in the United States lived with the fear of polio, and worldwide people still contend with that fear today. The development of the polio vaccine is one of the most renowned achievements in modern medicine, and thanks to its de…
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Matt Grundy - Multi-Instrumentalist, Singer-Songwriter, and Studio Musician
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Leave Us a Review Matt Grundy is a California-based world-renowned multi-instrumentalist, touring, and studio musician. Matt has performed with and toured with some of the biggest names in the music industry including G. Love, Ben Harper, Jack Johnson as well as his main gig accompanying Donavon Frankenreiter which keeps him quite busy circling the…
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Imagine a world in which there were zero protections for you as a worker. If you got sick, you could be fired. If you grow too weak or old to work in the mines, you’re fired and there are other workers to take your place. While workers today frequently still find themselves in precarious positions, but many of the protections we can be thankful for…
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Jay "Bstract" Shaughnessy - Bass Guitarist & Abstract NFT Artist
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Leave Us a Review Jay Shaughnessy, better known as "Bstract", is a British musician and visual artist who calls the Channel Islands his home, situated between England and France. Bstract produces his own pieces of art which are hand-painted and digitally enhanced, and are sold exclusively as non-fungible tokens. His abstract symbolic works are insp…
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Imagine traveling before the wheel. Anywhere you wanted to go, you had to either walk, or be wealthy enough to afford an animal such as a horse that could take you there. Travel was slow, fraught with delay, and in the case of a horse, needed constant feeding. Living in a developed, wealthy country, it’s easy to forget that the car isn’t the only w…
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Gabe Weis - Mixed-Media and NFT Artist and Founder of The Stoics
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Leave Us a Review Gabe Weis is a multidisciplinary artist and an absolute legend in the NFT space. When the Bay area-based fine artist is not selling out 5,000 piece collections in minutes he can be found hobnobbing with A-list celebrities like Paris Hilton and floating around in zero gravity airplanes making art. Aside from selling millions of dol…
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DJ Seip: Self Made or Never Praised! - UNRUGGABLE EP.8
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World Renowned DJ / Music Producer Talks Starting From The Bottom, Merging Music & NFT’s, How To Move Without a Middleman, The Importance Of Network, Branding & More! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► https://www.youtube.com/@unruggablepod LISTEN ON: ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unruggable-podcast/id1610526904 SPOTIFY: https://open.sp…
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Wolf Financial on the Transition from Goldman Sachs to Twitter Spaces - UNRUGGABLE EP. 7
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Wolf speaks on Twitter Spaces monetization, branding & diversifying content, applying an equity strategy to NFTs, the power of words, energy & engagement, the educational toolbox, a break down of his current business model and future endeavors, principals for vetting a project and the importance of IP, investment strategy, budgeting for success and…
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My 1st AMA: Advice For Artists, Art Licensing, Finding Inspiration and More
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Leave us a Review This is my first AMA (Ask Me Anything) episode and I couldn't be more thankful for the support from all of you. As an artist, podcasting has been a great way to express my creative side and share my ideas with the world. I'm so grateful to have had your help along the way, and I'm excited to see what the next AMA episode brings! W…
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