Living in New York City can be magical. Not the fairytale kind of magical. There’s no talking animals or wand-holding god mothers, but this city has its own thing going for it.I can easily grab a midnight snack and coffee at the Bodega past 1 a.m. or catch a subway ride to any borough in the city at any given time. That gets some kind of magic points, right? However, at the same time,I’m easily reminded that there are so many people in this city. We all have our goals and dreams and desires.It can be extremely motivating, but it can also be the exact opposite.There’s SO MANY people and SO MUCH going on. It’s hard to stay focus. It’s hard to remember what you’re working towards. 
 
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If you know anything about Ginni Saraswati, you know she loves her Harry Potter. 
The unusual special talents, the mythical creatures, the weaving in and out of an unseen world..it’s hard not to fall under the Hogwarts spell.
For one young creative, that big screen magic would one day lead her on the path to Hollywood. 
Today, Ginni Saraswati welcomes Paula Andrea Placido. Paula is an actor, a painter, and an equally huge fan of those curiously captivating magicians from Hogwarts. With roles in binge-worthy series like Apples Never Fall, Shameless, Hacks, and The L Word: Generation Q, Paula’s star is rapidly on the rise. 
You’ll hear how Paula infuses her roles with authenticity based on her own life experiences as a first-generation American and a member of the LGBTQ+ community. She shares the shows that have had an impact on her life, and how she keeps her cool when working with high-caliber Hollywood stars. You’ll also hear how she stays grounded, and who she thinks is going to take home the NBA Championship title this year. 
What You’ll Learn:The inspiration behind her acting career (1:30)How The L Word has influenced her life and her work (6:49)Her family heritage and how the blend of cultures shows up in her life (10:02)The on-screen character who’s most like her in real life (13:53)Her biggest life lesson from Hollywood (17:43)
 Connect with Paula Placido: EPK link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eRimQxBCJHITBHoBN5VSAPBzNunaziQq/view?usp=sharing Breakdown resume & reels: https://resumes.breakdownexpress.com/592920-5043718-35295 IMDb resume: https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm4960648/
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From Hogwarts to Hollywood with Actor Paula Placido

There are a million reasons to travel: seeing new places, eating new foods, exploring unique landscapes and architecture, just to name a few. 
But often, the richest gifts we receive from visiting new places are the people we encounter on these journeys of discovery. 
Today, Ginni Saraswati welcomes David Meltzer. He’s a captivating Speaker, Author, Sports Executive, Investor, and Entrepreneur. His success, charisma, and wealth of knowledge were the inspiration behind Tom Cruise’s character in the movie Jerry Maguire. 
In this episode, you’ll hear how David incorporates so many travel opportunities into his active lifestyle, and why he loves to bring his family along for the ride. He shares the lessons travel has taught him and how those lessons helped inspire his mission in life. You’ll also hear the highly effective method he uses to foster connections with people from all walks of life and different parts of the world. 
What You’ll Learn:A unique destination that feels like the set of Star Wars (2:20)Why David doesn’t believe in “work” (4:47)His biggest takeaway from traveling around the world (6:55)Meltzer’s life mission to promote happiness (10:24)How he gets people to open up and create connection (12:17)
 Connect with David Meltzer: Website: https://dmeltzer.com/ Email: david@dmeltzer.com X: https://twitter.com/davidmeltzer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmeltzer2 YouTube: @DavidMeltzer
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The Power of Connection Through Travel with David Meltzer

Getting unexpectedly let go at work. Struggling through a painful divorce. Losing a loved one. Reluctantly riding a roller coaster of bad luck.
These are some of the most common setbacks that life sometimes dishes out… whether we want them or not. 
But, while it doesn’t always feel like it in the moment, these setbacks can have a brighter side. 
Setbacks can build resilience, strengthen our character, and become springboards for changes that redirect our lives. Often in profound ways.  
Today, Ginni welcomes Amy Shoenthal. Not only is Amy a part of Ginni’s vibrant neighborhood community in New York (#sunnysideup), but she’s also an established author and a marketing pro. Her latest book, The Setback Cycle, shares real-life stories of people, including herself, who turned challenging obstacles into life-changing opportunities. 
You’ll learn why setbacks are such a common experience shared by people from all walks of life, and how we tend to view them when we’re in the thick of it. You’ll hear stories of big setbacks and the bravery they birthed that led to profoundly positive life changes. You’ll also score a few hot tips for your next trip to Ginni and Amy’s New York neighborhood.
What You’ll Learn:Identifying the roots of your expectations when times are tough (4:10)Why setbacks are such a common shared experience (11:47)Turning your biggest setback into your greatest opportunity (14:36)The catalyst for Amy’s children's book (18:48)Why  it’s important to celebrate your local unsung heroes (21:41)
 Resources: Pre-Order The Setback Cycle: https://www.amyshoenthal.com/the-setback-cycle Book: The Anxious Achiever: Turn Your Biggest Fears into Your Leadership Superpower by Morra Aarons-Mele  Book: The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron Book: A Magical Day in Sunnyside Written by Amy Shoenthal and Illustrated by Kate Durkin Book: Angelina Ballerina by Katherine Holabird Artist Kate Durkin: http://www.katedurkinart.com/
Connect with Amy Shoenthal: Website: https://www.amyshoenthal.com/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/amysho/?hl=en X: https://twitter.com/AmySho LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoenthal/ Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/amyshoenthal/
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Amy Shoenthal: When Life Gives You Lemons, Look at the Sunnyside

In this episode of The Ginni Show, I talk with designer Rasheeda Gray about her personal journey to finding a career with purpose. Today, she’s going strong as the Founder and Lead Designer of Gray Space Interiors. But, it took her 25 years to realize that this was what she wanted to spend the rest of her life doing. 
Today, you’ll hear what took her so long to figure it out. She shares her ultra-relatable desire to please others before taking a chance on her own dreams, and what it feels like to carry that responsibility on your shoulders. She also talks about the importance of exposure to the arts for young people, and how a single assignment when she was in the fourth grade helped her recognize her need for creativity. She’s also got some advice to share about overcoming fear for other creatives who are looking to break out and try something on their own. 
What You Will Learn:Understanding the duality of a bonafide Gemini (2:14)The chance encounter that connected her to her eventual career path (4:48)How she’s paying it forward to young people of color (7:56)When her creative past caught up with her future career (11:18)Why she waited 25 years to follow her purpose (12:25)Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs (19:16)
 Resources from this episode: The Personality of a Gemini, Explained | Allure Not Your Parents’ Career—Or Is It? Parents Exert Significant Influence On Kids’ Career Choices | Forbes
Connect with Rasheeda Gray: Gray Space Interiors
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Coloring Outside the Linear with Rasheeda Gray

This week's guest is Interior Designer Rasheeda Gray. I first met Rasheeda over a year ago when I interviewed her for a project with Architectural Digest. Something about her “always on” business persona stuck with me. It’s clear that her work is very much a part of who she is.  So, wasting no time, I started by asking her what she thought about the concept of professional and personal duality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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