Aristotle once said, “Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” Join Brandon Hearnsberger and myself, Richard Chiu, as we chat about getting out of your own way, how self reflection is necessary and chasing love in a distant land called Los Angeles.

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“Destiny is a worrying concept. I don’t want to be fated, I want to choose.”

Jeanette Winterson

Having the drive to make a difference in the world especially in your community is probably the most selfless thing a person can do during a lifetime. Join Sarah Feldscher and myself, Richard Chiu, as we speak about creating a roadmap for life, the benefit of having mentors, and giving back.

Ice Cube once said, "Truth is the ultimate power. When the truth comes around, all the lies have to run and hide." In this dialogue, Dr. Clinton Jones and myself, Richard Chiu as we discuss the process of evolution in the revolution of the heart and mind, what true humanistic competition is, and how when America changes the whole world will change.

“Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself” —Leo Tolstoy

There’s a saying in Buddhism that you need to “Become the master of your mind rather than let your mind master you.” -Nichiren Daishonin. Its an easy thing to accept but its difficult to actually do. Join Dr. Angela Wilson (Creator of Mind Power Magic) and myself, Richard Chiu, as we discuss emotional awareness, converting negative energies to positive energy, and how invisible forces can overtake you if you’re not aware of it.

“The closer one gets to realizing his destiny, the more that destiny becomes his true reason for being.”

Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

When you mix personal experience and your hearts desire together towards achieving something truly meaningful, not just for yourself but for others as well, then there is no stopping you from getting what you want in life. Join Magi Avila (Actor/Filmmaker) and myself, Richard Chiu, as we take a conversational dive into her life, living your full potential and her directorial documentary debut ‘Altitude Not Attitude’.

“Maladaptive daydreaming (MD) is extensive fantasy activity that replaces human interaction and/or interferes with academic, interpersonal, or vocational functioning.”

Eli Somer

Living in a fantasy world can be a momentary escape for most people but for Maladaptive Daydreamers it can be a unprecedented lifestyle. Join Cagla Altintas and myself, Richard Chiu, as we chat about our personal struggles with MD and how we learned to manage it.

“If the path before you is clear, you’re probably on someone else’s.”

Joseph Campbell

Climbing Mount Olympus might have a certain path but it’s the personal experiences that make it unique. Join Allen Theosky Rowe (Actor) and myself, Richard Chiu, as we chat about his journey as an actor starting from a Taiwanese TV show called ‘Duck Blood Soup’ and the current battles in Hollywood’s diversity issues.

“Love is the beauty of the soul.” Saint Augustine. The sound of a beautiful lingering note can vibrate and affect the human heart beyond unknown boundaries. Join Mary Lou Sandler and myself, Richard Chiu as we chat about soul cleansing, celebrating ourselves while releasing judgement from within. And a little about her new kitten #Catio.

War is an unnecessary evil in all of mankind with absolutely no value in it. Join Mikael Alemseged (Actor/Hip Hop Artist) and myself, Richard Chiu, as we discuss his homeland in Ethiopia in a region called Tigray where a war has broken out and is destroying his people, his homeland and his ties with his tribe.

Emmy award winning actress, voice over artist and mom, Marabina Jaimes is creating her legacy. Join us as we talk about the journey towards her first Emmy, the problematic issues with formulaic writing for minorities in the entertainment industry of Hollywood and her vision of her future.