Occupational Therapy; A Quarantine Masterclass

Craig Susser’s career as a restauranteur has led him to entertaining hundreds at his groundbreaking Hollywood restaurant “Craig’s” every night. The flashbulbs popping outside of his doors usually means somebody important is walking in - which happens more frequently than you would think. Jared sits down with Craig to find out whether or not he has what it takes to become a Hollywood restauranteur. 

24KGoldn has had a fantastic rise in the world of hip-hop and social media popularity and he believes that he has a good chance to become the Will Smith of his generation. Jared sits down with 24KGoldn to discuss the ins and outs of the hip-hop game, how it relates to modern app technology like Tok Tok and whether or not Jared has what it takes to be a multi-platinum selling hip-hop artist. 

Neal Brennan had success very early on writing the film Half-Baked with Dave Chappelle. That eventually led to the two of them creating the enormously successful Chappelle's Show together. Neal talks to Jared about humility, focus and what it takes to be number one in the comedy game. This is a hilarious episode that you will not want to miss. 

Peter Asher is best known as the man behind Apple Records, the label for the Beatles, as well as his career as a manager and producer, not mention discovering James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt and countless others. Jared has a riveting discussion about Peter's world, which is a virtual journey through the history of recorded music. One story at a time, and Jared discovers a whole lot more on his quest to find out if he could be the next great music impresario. 

Kristine Leahy started her career in the Midwest, working for the NBA and found her way West, where she became not only the co-host of American Ninja Warrior, but went on to having her own prime time sports news series that brought her to the top of the sports journalism world. Jared speaks with her about her amazing ascent, and finds out whether or not he has what it takes to become a sportscaster. 

Don Lemon has been one of the most recognizable faces of CNN for years. As a highly respected news anchor and journalist, he keeps millions of people across the country informed daily as he gives us unfiltered truth about the world of politics and every other topic under the sun. In this episode, Don Lemon explains his strange ascent to the highest highs in the topsy-turvy world of television journalism.

Jason Flom is one of the most famous music industry personalities of all time, but as of late, he's also known for being a prison reform advocate and a big proponent of the Innocence Project. Personally, he has been involved in exonerating countless people on death row and wrongfully imprisoned inmates serving life sentences. His podcast called Wrongful Conviction has become one of the most popular in the space. Jared talks to him about what motivated him to become a prison reform advocate. 

JaVale McGee is more than just an athlete… As a star player on the Los Angeles Lakers, most people assume that his basketball career should be  enough to fill up his entire dance card. However, unbeknownst to many, he also pads his resumé with the role of a super producer. JaVale is coming off an amazing run as Justin Bieber's collaborator and he's working with some of the biggest names across the music industry. Jared talks with JaVale McGee about what it takes to balance a career as not only an NBA player, but as a mega music producer.

David Arquette is a multi-hyphenate entertainer who is as well known for his acting chops as he is for being an eccentric and electric personality. His recent foray into professional wrestling has been an epic odyssey that is now being documented in a film due out later this year. In this episode, Jared discusses what it takes to become a world champion wrestler. This is a spirited discussion you will not want to miss. 

Poo Bear is one of the most successful songwriters of all time penning hits for Justin Bieber, such as; "Where Are Ü Now?", "What Do You Mean?", "Desposito" and "I'm the One". He was also Jared's partner on the groundbreaking podcast Bear and a Banjo. We discuss career peaks and valleys and how you're truly never counted out until you say so. With a career that spans the early era of Atlanta R&B all the way up to current day, this is a podcast for anyone who wants to understand how to make it as a songwriter, entrepreneur or just have a meaningful career that spans decades.