Purpose in the Youth

Episode 19: Picking up a skateboard at the age of twelve, Greg found something that allowed him to break away from everything else going on in his life. When people started complimenting his skills and posting his clips online, he soon began to realize it was his passion & has stayed with it for over ten years. Working for Theory Skate Shop based in Western Massachusetts, it gave him a taste of social media as he ran brands online accounts. Leveraging his experience, he most recently began his career as the Social Media & Digital Coordinator at Westfield State University. Learn about why he was motivated to lose 60 pounds, what skating has taught him about life & the benefit of trying new things in this week's episode with Greg Sanocki. — Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for new interviews (and more) weekly: http://bit.ly/2zprpon Follow us on Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/2hcSBws Subscribe to iTunes: http://apple.co/2yE0u9l Follow us on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2j82AHF Follow Bobbbaaaay on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Ap24ce Twitter: http://bit.ly/2hj6Ljm

Episode 18: Growing up in Morgantown, West Virginia, Huey was raised by a single mother. After receiving a phone call from Universal the day before his high school’s senior class trip, he knew there was opportunity for him in the industry. He spent two years at West Virginia University before dropping out & getting on the road to start touring the country. Even through all the ups & downs Huey has experienced over the past few years, he still remains humble. He’s learned to embrace the wave. No matter where life takes you or what goals you set for yourself… be patient & enjoy the ride. — Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for new interviews (and more) weekly: http://bit.ly/2zprpon Follow us on Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/2hcSBws Subscribe to iTunes: http://apple.co/2yE0u9l Follow us on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2j82AHF Follow Bobbbaaaay on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Ap24ce Twitter: http://bit.ly/2hj6Ljm

Episode 17: From a young age Jonathan Kroll began to step up to the plate when leadership opportunities came his way. He continued to do so through college and became part of student government, orientation, a resident hall staff, and more. Over the past ten years he’s been involved with facilitating leadership programs in Nicaragua where he began to realize what his passion is. Over the past few months he has launched The Leadership Institute for Development, Education and research. Learn what you can do today to build your leadership skills, the importance of traveling abroad, and the difficulty of operating a nonprofit thousands of miles away on this week's episode with Jonathan Kroll. — Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for new interviews (and more) weekly: http://bit.ly/2zprpon Follow us on Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/2hcSBws Subscribe to iTunes: http://apple.co/2yE0u9l Follow us on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2j82AHF Follow Bobbbaaaay on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Ap24ce Twitter: http://bit.ly/2hj6Ljm

Episode 16: Would you be willing to give up your life savings in exchange for a chance to chase your dream? Jake Hulse, writer & director of Heroes Don’t Come Home did just that. The film had its world premiere on June 8, 2016 at the Grauman’s Chinese Theater in Los Angeles & recently became available on Amazon Prime. Hulse graduated from Northeastern University with a degree in Criminal Justice. Shortly after the events of 9/11, Jake realized his dream of becoming an F.B.I. agent was no longer the end goal, and began focusing on film as his passion. He made many sacrifices along the way, but at the end of the day, Jake followed through with his vision. He now has a film to share with the rest of the world. This week on the podcast, Jake Hulse. — Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for new interviews (and more) weekly: http://bit.ly/2zprpon Follow us on Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/2hcSBws Subscribe to iTunes: http://apple.co/2yE0u9l Follow us on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2j82AHF Follow Bobbbaaaay on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Ap24ce Twitter: http://bit.ly/2hj6Ljm

Episode 15: Laced Boston is not just your typical high-end sneaker boutique, it is actually much more. The acronym for the brand “Living and creating experiences daily” is something they focus on everyday. From the in store meet & greets of underground/national artists, to the academic incentive program they launched 5 years ago focused on motivating kids to do well in school… they strive to make an impact. We break down what Boston has to offer that no other city does, the retail world in 2016, building the right relationships, and learning from failures more than successes. The man behind it all for the past six years, Joamil Rodriguez. — Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for new interviews (and more) weekly: http://bit.ly/2zprpon Follow us on Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/2hcSBws Subscribe to iTunes: http://apple.co/2yE0u9l Follow us on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2j82AHF Follow Bobbbaaaay on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Ap24ce Twitter: http://bit.ly/2hj6Ljm

Episode 14: Recording hip-hop artist & producer, Hendersin, reflects on how he’s gotten to where he is today. After being placed into foster care he was eventually adopted at the age of six where the influences of music really began to fill his ears because of his father and older brother. He has been part of the journey for artists such as Wiz Khalfia, Fabolous, & Big sean. With over 40,000+ subscribers on YouTube, 150,000+ monthly listeners on Spotify, 18,000+ followers on Soundcloud… Hendersin was able to quit his 9-5 & pursue music as his career. — Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for new interviews (and more) weekly: http://bit.ly/2zprpon Follow us on Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/2hcSBws Subscribe to iTunes: http://apple.co/2yE0u9l Follow us on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2j82AHF Follow Bobbbaaaay on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Ap24ce Twitter: http://bit.ly/2hj6Ljm

Episode 13: Depending on the day of the week, Kristen could be doing a million different things. She is a makeup artist, photographer, writer for StyleCaster & Elite Daily, & co-owner of the “The Beauty Studio” that she opened with her business partner Marsia Nogueira. From launching a fashion blog to starting her own photography business in high school, Kristen has never lost sight of what she loves to do. None of this was part of her plan, as she says “It kind of just happened.” Learn how to embrace opportunities around you, why internships are beneficial, & building relationships can help you advance in any industry in this week’s episode. — Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for new interviews (and more) weekly: http://bit.ly/2zprpon Follow us on Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/2hcSBws Subscribe to iTunes: http://apple.co/2yE0u9l Follow us on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2j82AHF Follow Bobbbaaaay on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Ap24ce Twitter: http://bit.ly/2hj6Ljm

Episode 12: Boston street photographer James 'Raw_Notions' Berkeley stops by for this week’s podcast. Shortly after graduating high school James felt like he had no direction, and decided to join the U.S. Army, which shaped him into the person he is today. With the expiration of his term of service he picked up a camera and has been building his brand over the past two years. We talk about his experience in the Army, being an honors student at Umass Lowell, why a picture is worth a thousand words, & being motivated to be the best person you can possibly be. — Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for new interviews (and more) weekly: http://bit.ly/2zprpon Follow us on Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/2hcSBws Subscribe to iTunes: http://apple.co/2yE0u9l Follow us on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2j82AHF Follow Bobbbaaaay on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Ap24ce Twitter: http://bit.ly/2hj6Ljm

Episode 11: This week on the podcast we have Noble Norceide, the creator & founder Boston’s premiere vlog, The Musuem TV. What once started as a concept of his dorm room in college evolved into what it is today. Focused on establishing a medium for Boston artists, fashion designers, bloggers, & community organizers… he hasn’t stopped hustling since the launch in 2014. Learn more about building a brand in a city like Boston & the value of putting yourself in uncomfortable situations in this week’s episode. — Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for new interviews (and more) weekly: http://bit.ly/2zprpon Follow us on Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/2hcSBws Subscribe to iTunes: http://apple.co/2yE0u9l Follow us on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2j82AHF Follow Bobbbaaaay on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Ap24ce Twitter: http://bit.ly/2hj6Ljm

Episode 10: I sit down with Matt Keene, founder of music blog ‘Swag Sold Separately’, co-owners of Keene Marcil Group, and an employee of Liberty Mutual. At the age of 17 he suffered Sudden Cardiac Arrest which forever changed his outlook on life and he is reminded daily by a newspaper article hung on his wall to never take anything for granted. Even with having opportunities to work in the music industry full-time, Matt values having a work-life balance and enjoys his season tickets to the Boston Bruins. Aim for the moon with your dreams & get inspired with this week's episode. — Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for new interviews (and more) weekly: http://bit.ly/2zprpon Follow us on Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/2hcSBws Subscribe to iTunes: http://apple.co/2yE0u9l Follow us on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2j82AHF Follow Bobbbaaaay on social media: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Ap24ce Twitter: http://bit.ly/2hj6Ljm