On this episode of Not A Damn Chance, hosts Philip Frankland Lee and Neen Williams sit down with David Gelb (Chef’s Table, Jiro Dreams of Sushi) to talk about chasing passion, trusting your vision, and pushing through doubt. From stubborn sushi masters to the struggles of getting a foot in the door, David shares how obsession, failure, and perseverance shaped his path and helped him create stories that inspire the world.

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:03:57 - The Obsession

00:11:49 - Filming A Sushi Movie

00:21:14 - Sushi Is Always Changing

00:24:36 - Creating With New Technology

00:41:39 - Cooking Over Fire

00:49:04 - Telling A Chef's Story

00:54:49 - Getting In The Door

01:00:19 - Doubted By Your Own

01:10:23 - Expanding Chef's Table

01:15:35 - Finding The Right Balance

01:25:12 - We Are Professionals

01:27:01 - Magic Lamp

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Underoath’s Aaron Gillespie and Timothy McTague sit down with Not a Damn Chance hosts Neen Williams and Phillip Frankland Lee for a raw, no-BS conversation that’s equal parts hilarious and heartfelt. They dive into their early days as local bands, battles with faith, and how having bandmates with opposite ways of thinking challenges them in the writing process—making their music stronger.

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Neen Williams and Phillip Frankland Lee sit down with Aaron Franklin, the laid-back legend behind Franklin Barbecue. From his first brisket to building one of the most iconic BBQ spots in the world, Aaron shares how a backyard hobby turned into a full-blown obsession.

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In this episode of Not a Damn Chance!, Phillip Frankland Lee and Neen Williams sit down with comedian Tom Segura to explore the challenges and setbacks that shaped his career. From early struggles with bombing on stage and rejection from Comedy Central to navigating the grind of touring and maintaining his health on the road, Tom shares candid reflections on resilience, perseverance, and the importance of mentorship. This conversation offers a thoughtful look at the hard work behind the laughs and the mindset required to overcome obstacles and keep moving forward.

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On this episode of NADC, hosts Neen Williams and Phillip Frankland Lee are joined by acclaimed chef and content creator Brad Leone for a conversation about passion, perseverance, and purpose. Brad reflects on his unconventional path to success, why culinary school might not be the best route, and how investing in your team leads to long-term growth. He and Phillip dive into their shared love for quality ingredients, dry-aged meats, and the craft of cooking. Brad also opens up about launching his own production company—and why he believes anyone with vision and drive can do the same. A powerful look at building something meaningful from the ground up.

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Jason Ellis joins the Not a Damn Chance crew for one of the rawest and most inspiring conversations to date. From pioneering Australia’s skateboarding scene to becoming a radio legend, pro fighter, and stand-up comic, Jason opens up about the pain, passion, and perseverance that have defined his wild life.

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This week on Not A Damn Chance, hosts Phillip Frankland Lee and Neen Williams are joined by the endlessly fascinating Duncan Trussell — comedian, podcaster, spiritual explorer, and co-creator of The Midnight Gospel. From lucid dreams to karmic loops, this one goes deep.
Duncan opens up about his path into comedy, including how a spiritual shift in his mom and a strange liberal arts school friend helped shape his worldview. He shares his early days answering phones at The Comedy Store (with zero plans to be a comic), and how a satanic puppet bit changed everything — including a fateful invite from Joe Rogan that would alter his life forever.
The guys discuss nihilism, dharma vs karma, lust vs love, destiny, and how hitting a wall isn’t failure—it’s a breakthrough in disguise. Duncan also reveals what he would really wish for if given a magic lamp. From Adventure Time to existential time loops, this episode is a mind-expanding trip. Hit play and return to yourself. Eternally.

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:58 - Duncan Trussell's New Age Origins

00:14:31 - Dreams

00:24:19 - Making The Jump To LA

00:33:42 - Destinies, Manifesting, & Skateboarding

00:42:09 - A Satanic Puppet Changed My Life

00:51:21 - Improbable Success

00:56:37 - Back Against The Wall

01:03:38 - Magic Lamp On The Table...

01:11:56 - Wrap Up

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This week on Not A Damn Chance, Phillip and Neen sit down with legendary poker player and entrepreneur Doug Polk. Doug opens up about his early start in poker, the decision to leave college behind, and how being raised to think strategically gave him an edge in high-stakes competition. He reflects on some of his biggest wins and toughest losses, including the story of how a poker game led to a Kill Tony appearance. Doug also shares insight into how he represents his business, the principles that guide him, and why playing aggressive—sometimes even on instinct—is key to long-term success at the table and beyond.

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On this episode of Not A Damn Chance, hosts Neen Williams and Phillip Frankland Lee welcome rapper and cultural icon Danny Brown for a raw and revealing conversation. Danny reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped his journey—from getting arrested and spending a year locked up, to realizing one of his songs was blowing up while he was still behind bars. He shares the story of how a corrections officer changed his outlook, and how getting out led him to New York where he doubled down on perfecting his craft.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:03:45 - Taking The First Step

00:12:52 - Getting Caught Up

00:19:06 - Locking Back In

00:24:07 - Getting Signed

00:30:02 - Stick To Your Roots

00:33:10 - Video Games

00:36:50 - Going Sober

00:47:13 - Change In Creativity

00:49:20 - What's Next For Danny

00:57:48 - Magic Lamp On The Table...

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