In this weeks interview I talk with Dr. John Demartini, the man who has played a massive role in helping me be who I am today. Dr. John Demartini is the leading authority on Human Behavior and shares so much valuable information in this interview from how to be yourself, to dealing with life crisis situations, to understanding your pain. 

An Australian woman who is in the business of horses takes us on her personally journey into her personal life fire. A heart wrenching story that puts everything in her life at stake, and forces her face to face with the choice of life VS death. Hear what happens when her entire intimate family is transformed. Leaving her with a new possibility of found hope while living in Mexico, with two suitcases and whats inside them is the only things left that belong to her.

Check out my latest interview with professional artist Ann Rea. Ann went from jobs she hated to making art a full time job, and she said f*%k you to the galleries while doing it! 

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[00:45] What art Ann Rea was drawn to first

[1:29] Inspiration from nature

[1:58] Creating art from pain

The three most painful moments and the most joyful moments of life

[2:40] Our life is a story

What story are you telling yourself?

[5:30] Married life

Leaving design to work for a god awful job.

[8:00] A crazy story

Working at a job she hated brought on some serious mental health conditions.

[11:30} Struck by art

It’s time to make art again and boom she gets a huge sign.

[15:15] Meetin a mentor

Figuring out how to make money from selling art.

[19:10] A bad boss

About to jump ship from the job she hates.

[22:10] Leaping into becoming a full time artist

What was the process like….very scary!

[25:00] Why artist struggle

Even if they are selling their art.

[31:00] Feeling the passion

Not being able to keep her mouth shut, to Making Art Making Money.

[32:25] Problems the majority of all artist face

Cultural conditioning. Get your money mind on straight.

[34:49] Creating value as an artist

80% psychological 20% strategy

[38:59] Harness your fear

Take fear and turn it into fuel

[40:10] The epidemic of ungrounded Artist

Artist are notorious for being ungrounded. Making art is heaven and making money is earth.

[44:10] How to sell your art

Don’t sell out, create a cause bigger than yourself.

[46:39] The student who was discounting her art

She didn’t listen at first, but once she listened her life changed.

[48:15] Ann Rea’s aim

Empower 10,000 artist

[51:00] Know your product

Know your worth and don’t believe stereotypes of artist.

[52:40] Don’t cave to fear

Resources for this episode: https://makingartmakingmoney.com/ 

Instagram @makingartmakingmoney 

FB Group @makingartmakingmoney

In this episode I interview actor Matthew Fahey. We chat about about how he got started in acting as a young kid, weird auditions, to playing characters with mental health issues. What makes a great actor VS an average actor? Discover how vulnerability and acceptance bring on a greater dynamic to a role. Actor or non actor this is a great episode on the power of intention and the heart it takes to make things happen.  

Matthew Fahey Show notes:

:20 Who is Matthew Fahey

Matthew Fahey has been an actor since childhood. He started out acting in NYC.

3:20 Younger acting days

The strange auditions he went on while he was younger.

4:30 Exposing your real self to the camera

Learning to expose emotions and display empathy. How to deal with rejection.

10:18 The journey to LA

His first time in LA for pilot season.

12:40 Awkward on MTV

The first show he officially is on more than one episode. The joy of working on a show consistently.

17:04 Confidence building

How important it is to have gratitude in the game.

22:00 Average actor vs a great actor

The power of preparation and acceptance.

26:00 Everything I wanted in a Movie (The Movie is called Holden On)

I said yes, and my agent said no.

33:00 Building up walls and breaking them down

Breaking down the walls of vulnerability in playing Holden

40:00 Mental Wellness in Hollywood

The stigma on mental health is slowly falling.

45:00 Playing the bad guy

The grittiness of playing rugged roles.

55:30 Whats next for Matthew

The joy of acting and acceptance.

56:11 Where to watch Matthew

https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B07KK696D4/ref=atv_dl_rdr?autoplay=1

https://www.amazon.com/Favorite-John-Schneider/dp/B082FSNJB2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3AA7RCOF0X4EB&keywords=the+favorite+john+schneider&qid=1581636293&s=instant-video&sprefix=The+favorite+joh%2Cinstant-video%2C161&sr=1-1

Instagram @mattlfahey

Resources for this episode:

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1366882/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

In this episode I interview Rohan Sheth a marketing master who has managed over $30 million in ad spends. Rohan's story is nothing short of compelling as he earned his ranks through some really tough times he faced. Rohan left his six figure sales job to pursue a dream he had, and in the process of building that dream he was ripped apart and tested along the way. If you are an entrepreneur or plain interested in hearing how one individual persevered through some really dark times tune in for this one. We also cover the MUST MARKETING do's coming into 2020 if you want to grow a lasting brand that will take your brand to new levels of income. 

https://rohansheth.io/

https://www.growrev.com/

https://www.youtube.com/user/RohanSheth01

In this episode I caught up with Joe Hawley former NFL professional football player and newly cross country high end van traveler. Joe and I discuss life in the NFL, what it takes to make it, how important having the right mindset is. We also dive into the topic of talent VS belief, life on the road, and transitions. To find out more check Joe out @manvandogblog on IG. 

Aric sets the stage of how he got into being a front man of a band, his process of creating, tales of life on the road, and influences who inspire his creations. 

Everyone dreams of pursuing their dreams. But not everyone has the courage of transforming your inspirations into a business.

Starting your own business takes a lot of courage as it requires jumping on an emotional rollercoaster – with the highest of highs and lowest of lows. Surely, anyone can start a business but not everyone can grow and sustain it. That's why focusing on your mission is of the utmost importance. And that’s what our today’s guest did. In this episode of Life Unscripted Podcast, we are joined by a wellness entrepreneur, qualified Barre instructor, and personal trainer, Taz Falconer.

Taz is a fitness instructor specializing in feminine fitness and flexibility. She created Wisdom+Wellness as a platform to share her love for physical and mental wellbeing through wellness events, classes and online content. With a history in Rhythmic gymnastics, aerial acrobatics and dance she creates full body workouts aimed at increasing strength, flexibility and poise.

For Taz, “The business is just a vehicle for you to be able to do what is meaningful to you.” Listen and learn how Taz converted her passion into a successful business. She also shares some words of wisdom for anyone who wanted to pursue their passion. Tune in!

Episode Spotlights:

· Meet Taz, a wellness entrepreneur, qualified Barre instructor, and personal trainer (0:20)

· Aerial Acrobatics as a Fitness Form (3:30)

· What is a Barre Workout? (4:20)

· Building Strength and Confidence with Barre Workout (8:20)

· Life After Gymnastics: Taz’s experience with weight gain (12:50)

· The Insanity Training (20:00)

· How Fitness Led Taz to Where She Is Now (23:15)

· Purpose, Values, and Reasons Behind Alchemy Store  (26:00)

· Overcoming Fears in Business (32:42)

· Lessons and Mountains to Climb When Starting a Business (34:15)

· Words of Wisdom from Taz (38:50)

AND MUCH MORE!

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

· Visit her website to learn more about Taz.

· Are you interested on taking one of Taz’s classes? Click here to know more.

· Follow Taz on Instagram, @tazfalconer

· Visit and Follow Alchemy Store on Instagram, a multifaceted athleisure, stationery, gifting & lifestyle space curated with love to help you live well.

Once upon a time, there was a man who opened his eponymous sandwich shop on October 31, 2007. He was prepared to be overwhelmed with customers – after all, it was Halloween night.  Unfortunately, everyone was hungry for candy, and he did not sell a single sandwich. But that didn’t stop him to pursue his passion. Now, he owns 72 stores with over 500 sandwiches to choose from and even considered as the best sandwich shop in town.

This is the story of our today’s guest, Ike Shehadeh, the man behind Ike’s Love and Sandwiches. Ike always puts his customer's happiness first and that’s what separates him from the rest. At Ike’s, their goal is to make you feel like the unique individual that you are.

There is something truly remarkable about Ike’s Love and Sandwiches that is more than just its taste. Tune in to learn more!

Episode Spotlights:

· Meet Ike aka The Sandwich Master (0:35)

o Working at Victoria Secret

o Brief Background on His Sandwich Shop Journey

· Building and Running Multiple Sandwich Shops (9:20)

· Taking the Leap: What to Consider Before Starting a Business(11:35)

· Importance and Power of Delegation (17:40)

· Ike's Love & Sandwiches: All About Passion and Customer Service (24:20)

· Make the Investment Before You Are Ready (36:40)

· Knowing your “WHY” (47:35)

· Life with Ike: What it is like owning 72 stores? (55:50)

AND MUCH MORE!

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

· Check out Ike's Love & Sandwiches - Sandwich Shop, Restaurant

· Stop by at any one of Ike’s 40+ locations today

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“As you recognize what is and you respond to it, that is the most creative thing anyone can do.”

In this episode of Life Unscripted, Curtis sat down with Stephen Nachmanovitch as they explore art, creativity, philosophy and improvisation. If you are an artist or an aspiring one, you don’t want to miss this episode!

Stephen Nachmanovitch performs and teaches internationally as an improvisational violinist, and at the intersections of music, dance, theater, and multimedia arts. He is the author of Free Play and The Art of Is. Born in 1950, he graduated in 1971 from Harvard and in 1975 from the University of California, where he earned a Ph.D. in the History of Consciousness for an exploration of William Blake.

His mentor was the anthropologist and philosopher Gregory Bateson. He has taught and lectured widely in the United States and abroad on creativity and the spiritual underpinnings of art. In the 1970s he was a pioneer in free improvisation on violin, viola and electric violin. He has presented master classes and workshops at many conservatories and universities, and has had numerous appearances on radio, television, and at music and theater festivals.

Episode Spotlights:

· Stephen’s journey to Free Play: Improvisation in Life and Art (0:42)

· Avoiding Fears to Hold You Back from Creativity (5:25)

· Art, Creativity and Uniqueness (11:48)

· What is the Starving Artist Mentality and How to Get Away With It? (14:38)

· Money, Philosophy and Art (19:50)

· Importance and Power of Support People (22:58)

· “Blocks are the price of avoiding surrender, and that surrender is not defeat but rather the key to opening out into a world of delight and nonstop creation.” (25:55)

· Finding Your Own Style and Artistic Voice (32:15)

· Stephen’s Message to Current and Future Artists (35:00)

· A Peek on Stephen’s New Book: The Art of Is (45:38)