Oddly Successful

Recap: Season 1 - There is no Formula. There's Just You.

From a corporate career to the classroom to his own business, Roger Osorio's journey of reinvention is nothing short of inspiring. How do you go from quitting your job to becoming a math teacher and then entrepreneur? What lessons come from launching businesses, earning two master’s degrees, navigating life changes, and learning to unleash the potential of struggling students?

Tune in as Roger shares his path of transformation, the power of dating your interests to develop your passions, and his mission to help others discover their purpose. Whether it’s through his book, podcast, or teaching, Roger offers invaluable insights on embracing change and pursuing reinvention.

Roger Osorio Contact Info

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rogerosorio

Website: schoolofreinvention.com

Author of The Journey to Reinvention and host of The School of Reinvention podcast, Roger also teaches entrepreneurship to educators at the University of Pennsylvania. His latest program helps people date their interests and develop their passions to unlock their full potential.

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From navigating the highs and lows of life to building a vibrant career across event production, marketing, and real estate, Shannon Johnson is a testament to resilience and authenticity. How do you maintain a fulfilling life through massive challenges? What does it take to rediscover yourself, stop dimming your light, and embrace who you truly are?

Join us as Shannon shares her colorful journey—from the bustling streets of NYC to creating a meaningful life back in Virginia. Hear her insights on balancing career and family, the liberation of self-acceptance, and what it means to be authentically you.

Shannon Johnson Contact Info

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shannongj

Instagram: @therealshannongj

Website: thegodfreyjohnsongroup.com

Founder of The Godfrey-Johnson Group, Shannon provides brand marketing consulting and serves as a trusted commercial and residential Realtor. She’s passionate about helping others find success, both in business and in life.

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From a self-taught software developer to an artist and storyteller, Elijah Kennedy believes success is about more than career milestones. Reflecting on the power of small, meaningful acts—like helping a friend, writing something that makes someone feel less alone, or simply picking up a child’s toy—Elijah shares his journey of balancing professional growth with creating positive connections. As a software engineer based in NYC, he’s passionate about the intersection of technology, storytelling, and community, and is always exploring ways to scale kindness and creativity in the world.

Tune in and get inspired by Elijah’s unique approach to combining art, coding, and human connection!

Elijah's Contact Info

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/eliken

Email: [email protected]

Elijah is currently seeking work as a full-stack software engineer and is interested in projects at the intersection of journalism and storytelling. He’s also developing Peer-Based Review, a platform for high school students to give and receive feedback on their essays. If you’re a teacher, student, or just fascinated by the power of peer learning, he’d love to hear from you.

Additionally, Elijah advocates for The Recurse Center, a peer-driven retreat for coders that has been a transformative part of his journey. Want to learn more? Reach out or look it up—he’s always happy to chat about it.

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From an unhinged nerd to a Director of Product Development at Unison Games, Kevin Moun shares the raw truth of balancing intense passions: from leading game innovation to unleashing primal beats as a death metal drummer. What happens when you find community, learn to slow down, and start valuing process over outcomes? How does the irony of being 'selfish' actually help you live a fuller life?

Join us to hear Kevin's journey of marrying the intellectual with the sensual, finding purpose in unlikely places, and redefining success on his own terms.

Kevin Moun's Contact Info

Instagram: @blastbeatdemon

Follow Unison Games: @unisongamesHQ

Connect with Kevin to talk about community-driven game development, building meaningful processes, or for insights into balancing creativity and leadership in the gaming world.

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From a paraprofessional to a multi-hyphenate entrepreneur, Rebekah Greene-Lambert shares her journey of building an art company that provides spiritual advocacy and creative respect to all. As the proud CEO of OmniCreations, LLC, and host of an entrepreneurial podcast that reminds us "no matter your background, you're not alone in a post-COVID world," Rebekah explores how art and community can inspire personal and collective growth.

Tune in and discover how you can engage with creativity and purpose!

Rebekah's Contact Info

Website: www.OmniCreationsART.com

Instagram: @omnicreations.ART

YouTube: @TheGirlWithTheRamenTattoo

TikTok: @GirlWithTheRamenTattoo

Podcast: @RingRingHelloPod

Rebekah is currently working on the upcoming release of her short story series, "Making My Way to Japan," set for 2025. Connect with her to explore collaboration opportunities in art, podcasting, and community building!

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From baseball to becoming a United States Marine on the prestigious Presidential Squadron, Corporal Aaron Spaulding tells it like it is to be united under a common mission. How does this experience shape one's approach to life, service, and leadership?

Tune in to hear Aaron’s journey from taking what he’s learned about baseball and duty and how that’s carried forward into civilian life.

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Show up for yourself really the key to growth? November Project leaders Conrad Lusugala, Kayla May, and Lance Brown, know what happens with a commitment to consistent growth. Fitness, community, discipline, and self-love.

Listen now! New Episodes Every Monday!

November Project Contact Info

Instagram:   / novemberprojectrva  

In Person: 6am every Wednesday at the Richmond VMFA

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Is entrepreneurship is truly your path?

Entrepreneur, mentor, and Managing Partner of Not Yet Ventures, Alex Zorychta, shares his advice on embracing risks while staying playful in the process. With practical insights and a dose of tough love, he helps aspiring founders explore whether this journey is for them, while staying true to the passion and humanistic spirit that drives true success.

Listen now! New Episodes Every Monday!

Alex Zorychta's Contact Info

LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/eVMitmux

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How does anybody find the strength to lead others through fire and war? Fireman and Infantry Officer Lieutenant Tyler Mogel gives practical tips and tough love to help anybody tap into the pain that defines them, turn it into strength, and achieve the life that they want.

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Tyler Mogel Contact Info

Facebook: The Fireman's Fireman:   / firemansfireman  

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WARNING - Gruesome shit here. Here's the injuries Mogel was talking about. It's nasty. If you puke, not my fault. My lawyer said so.

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