This conversation is with former Olympian Nicole Davis speaks on the importance of believing in yourself in times of stress and uncertainty. She pushes her audience to embrace uncomfortable moments as a catalyst to improve themselves in any facet of life. Davis is a retired two-time Olympian and two-time silver medalist. She spent 11 years on the USA National Volleyball Team and played professionally in eight different countries in Europe & Asia. She also helped lead her team in back-to-back NCAA Championships at USC in 2002 & 2003. Davis currently works as a coach and expert on high performance and cultural development at Compete to Create, a company co-founded by Pete Carroll and Dr. Mike Gervais. Her vision is to help accelerate the learning of others through her experiences in pursuing her best in her craft and on the world's stage. She is passionate about impacting others and has seen what people are capable of. There is now more science and language around the processes that allow people to really get after it in life and pursue their potential.

"…Everything we have is already within us, and if we can anchor more to the idea that when things don't go as planned that I can adjust, and do work to have great skill at adjusting rather than the incessant need to prepare and to be perfect we will probably perform better, feel more alignment and feel a lot more joy in the experience…."  - Nicole Davis

What we talk about:

• Finding yourself

References:

• Dolly Chugh with More In Common

Credits:

Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes 

Music:

Main Theme: "Eaze Does It" by Shye Eaze and DJ Rufbeats, a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.

Guest theme:  "Reach out" by DJ Rufbeats created as a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.

Today we are with Ethan Sandler.  Ethan is an Actor, Producer, and writer in Hollywood.  He has co-produced and written episodes of popular T.V. shows such as Man with a Plan and New Girl and has acted in, most notably, the TV series Crossing Jordan, The Princes Diaries and The Bourne Identity.  He is currently focused on his work researching monsters for his own idea and helping consult on Disney +'s new Monster's Inc. TV Series.

But, more importantly, he is a husband of 17 years and father of two.  We are excited to have him today!

"I'm unfortunately a little wobbly on what exactly my definition of success is.  I don't think I'm, honestly, pursuing success."  - Ethan Sandler

What we talk about:

• Definition of Success

• Masculinity

References:

• Seattle Super Sonics

Credits:

Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes

Music:

Main Theme: "Eaze Does It" by Shye Eaze and DJ Rufbeats, a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.

Guest theme:  "Decade Pop" by DJ Rufbeats created as a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.

We are so excited to start 2020 off with a season all about Pursuit!  We have amazing guests lined up and look forward to episode 1 starting 1/16/2020!

For today, we are bringing you some bonus content.  A little inside look into the extra content that never gets released.  A forward look at the guests coming in season 1.

And, we have been absolutely graced with the efforts by our former guest, Shye Eaze (Alex Harrell) and our amazing producer/editor, Ruf (DJ Rufbeats) Belhomme, who co-created our new theme song! 

Guests this Season: Pursuit

• Ethan Sandler

Credits:

Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes

Music:

Main Theme: by DJ Rufbeats and Shye Eaze co-created as a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.

2019 was an amazing year for More In Common.  We released 24 episodes talking about many things such as Mental Health, Politics, Religion, and more.  We heard some amazing stories and got to know amazing people.

So, in this episode we keep it simple, having a lot of fun and closing up the year.  Our editor and producer, Ruf, joins us today to ask us questions. 

Learn more about our process, our behind the scenes thoughts, and what's to come in 2020!

What we talk about:

• 2019 Review

Credits:

Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes

Music:

Main Theme: "I dunno" by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusqu

Today we are with Megan Sherer.  Megan is a Holistic Nutritionist and Wellness Expert. She is a graduate of Pepperdine University, and has a background in all things healthy living. She has extensively studied and been certified in Holistic & Sports Nutrition, Personal Training, Yoga, AcroYoga, meditation, breath-work, reiki, emotional transformation and eating psychology. She runs a private practice with 1:1 clients, a corporate wellness consulting program, and mental health focused wellness initiatives. 

She also founded a non-profit organization called Be More, dedicated to creating conversations & curriculum about how social media impacts self-esteem and mental health in teenagers. 

What we talk about:

• Breaking down the stigma of Mental health and other conversations that matter

References:

• Be More

Credits:

Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes

Music:

Main Theme: "I dunno" by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusqu

Guest theme:  by DJ Rufbeats created as a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.

Today we are with Gina Choi.  Gina was born in Memphis, Tennessee, but considers Los Angeles her home. She attended Pepperdine University and is currently an Advertising Account Manager at Microsoft. Her favorite author is F. Scott Fitzgerald. He is the author that fanned the flame for her love of reading after she finished school.

In 2018, she spoke at a TEDx conference on the topic of being open to new passions in life. When she isn't sitting at a desk, she spends her time taking photos, in some new workout routine, studying (enjoying) wine, and planning international travel in Excel spreadsheets.

What we talk about:

• Reminding herself to live a childhood life

References:

• Gina's Tedx: Living as a Passionate Beginner

Credits:

Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes

Music:

Main Theme: "I dunno" by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusqu

Guest theme: "Times a waiting" by DJ Rufbeats created as a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.

Coach JJ was 65lbs + overweight, smoking 2 packs a day, and working 100+ hours per week.  He was drinking too much and did not have any balance in his life.

Then Coach JJ started working with Veteran Life Coach, Lori Anderson, and his entire perspective changed.  He lost over 70lbs in 8 months, started eating well, sleeping, and reducing stress - mostly thru MOVEment.  His favorite thing to do was RUN. That obviously had huge positive effects on every aspect of his life, changing how he approached life, career, family, and balance.

Currently he is a CLC (Certified Life Coach), pursuing his dream to grow the non-profit, Depression2Extinction, aimed to help those suffering from depression and anxiety disorders.  It offers anyone suffering from depression or anxiety a place to connect and begin the holistic approach to dealing with these debilitating disorders.

 "I'm a big fan of giving no advice.  I share experiences…" Coach JJ

Topics we cover///

• Depression 2 Extinction Check In Process

• How Toxic Masculinity plays into not being able to have Empathy

• His Dad and his dad having left early

References:

• Ultra Marathons

• Check In Process

Credits:

Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes

Music:

Main Theme: "I dunno" by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusqu

Guest theme: "Escape" by Scott Holmes freemusicarchive.org

Matt is a Technical Program Manager and Entrepreneur with over 18 years of experience in a number of technical fields as well as founding and growing businesses. He founded Ultimatum, but recently had to close up shop though, but there is a lot to learn from him in the endeavor.  So much of the conversation still discusses Ultimatum.

Matt has a M.S. degree in Computer Information Systems at St. Edward’s University. He also completed a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin and an M.A. in Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. 

‘‘…You can make money and still be a good human being and help other people…” - Matt McCabe

What we talk about:

• Radical truth

References:

• Conscious Capitalism - John Mackey

Credits:

Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes

Music:

Main Theme: "I dunno" by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusqu

Guest theme: "Times a Waisting" by DJ Rufbeats created as a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.

Patrick works as a Case Manager of Community of Care in Student Affairs at Loyola Marymount University. Before returning to his alma mater, he worked at TOMS Shoes, designing and leading international immersion experiences around the world for employees to connect to the mission of the company.

Patrick has lived in four different countries and traveled to over fifty countries. He is a big supporter of the global learning initiatives.

As an undergraduate, Patrick founded Magis, a student service organization dedicated to service, diversity, and spirituality. He was also a leader in Alternative Breaks, and studied abroad in Ireland. He was awarded the Robert Graham, SJ award in 2006, which is presented to one outstanding graduating senior man and one woman who have excelled in service and leadership throughout their undergraduate careers.

A man of many experiences and an amazing story teller.  We are excited to have him here today!

"Hope is the active conviction that despair won't have the last word"  Cory Booker

Topics we cover///

• Curiosity and helping people find it so we can all be heard

References:

• Patrick's TedX

Credits:

Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes

Music:

Main Theme: "I dunno" by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusqu

Guest theme: "Mellow Record" by DJ Rufbeats created as a More In Common Podcast Exclusive. 

Today we are with George Dover.  George comes to us as he is the father of one of our early guests, Brescia Dover.  If you remember Brescia, she was our first conversation about Mental Health/Illness and George has a significant role in Brescia's journey.

He grew up Mormon, but has left the church and now claims himself as an Atheist.  All of this is relevant to the conversation. 

He is a skeptic at heart with a very open mind.  He values family above all else and has incredible perspectives on what it means to have unconditional acceptance. 

‘‘If you don't really believe the person is sick then it is really difficult to act appropriately” George Dover (about mental illness)

Topics we cover///

• Being a dad of a daughter managing through mental health issues

• What the evolution of her Anorexia looked like from his perspective.

• How it was with his family when he left the church

• Specifically how he accepts his Son's choice to go into the church

References:

• Brescia's Episode - Episode 19

Credits:

Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes

Music:

Main Theme: "I dunno" by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusqu

Guest theme: "One Day Prior"  DJ Rufbeats