“What I am is a storyteller…in both of these categories - whether it’s commercial photography or fine art photography or whether it’s video work or making music, I’m ultimately, fundamentally telling stories."   For nearly 30 years, Jason Walsmith has been pursuing his passion as a storyteller through various mediums. In this episode he talks about the ups and downs of this journey and how his different adventures have recently aligned.    “This is not about whether you fit into whatever box that they’ve put around you. This is about what you do, how it’s serves your fans (or clients) and what fills your soul.”   To get in touch with Jason: https://www.jasonwalsmith.com/ https://jasonwalsmithstoryteller.com/ https://www.thenadas.com/ Instagram - @jasonwalsmith & @theracontourists YouTube - @theracontourists   To connect with Tyler -  https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

Justin Petersen, a native of Peculiar, Missouri, has appeared in opera, music theater, and concert performances throughout the United States, and is a voice teacher, coach, and writer on vocal technique, history, and teaching philosophy.   Justin has been a member of the young artist programs of the Santa Fe Opera, Sarasota Opera Studio Program, Opera North, and Des Moines Metro Opera. He has also appeared as Silas Marner in a reading of Erica Glenn’s musical, “The Weaver of Raveloe” at the New York Music Theater Festival. Recently, he appeared in the ensemble of Ragtime: The Symphonic Concert with the Boston Pops.   Justin is the Lead Vocal Coach for My College Audition, helping high school performers prepare for their auditions for Music Theater programs. His students have been accepted at music theater programs throughout the United States.   In this episode, Justin shares his story as a performer and a teacher. Overcoming fear and feelings of inadequacy and ultimately finding happiness in the journey.   To get in touch with Justin - Coaching - https://petersenvoicestudio.com/ & Performance -   Instagram - @justinpetersensings    To connect with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

On this episode, Tyler gives an update on his journey and shares some of the highlights and new ideas from his past 4 guests. One through line that became very evident was ideas on how to help you find your passion.   If you’re struggling with that or if you just need some inspiration - this is definitely a great listen for you.   Another great question to be discussed…how can we reward failure? Think that sounds crazy - jump on the Pursue Your Passion train!   To connect with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

Thad Bargman has been traveling the world riding roller coasters and visiting theme parks his entire life. He decided to start creating content on those travels and recently has made the major decision to step away from a 20+ year computer career and pursue his Theme Park Giant passion full time.    To get in touch with Thad - @themeparkgiant on YouTube, Instagram & Facebook   To connect with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

Taylor DuPree has been a part of the Pursue Your Passion since its inception. As the show's producer, Taylor has walked alongside me through the ups and downs, and has helped shape what the podcast is today.   In a flip from a lot of our guests, Taylor is stepping away from pursuing her side hustle, as she has found her passion as a marketing communications specialist at the University of Colorado-Anschutz. In this episode, Taylor unpacks how this role has combined her love for science and nature with the skills she has developed in the area of marketing and communications.   I want to say thank you again for the impact she has had on me and on the podcast!   To get in touch with Taylor - [email protected] or on LinkedIn   To connect with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

Patch Adams is best known for his work as a medical doctor and a clown, but he is also a social activist who has devoted over 40 years of his life to changing America's healthcare system. He believes that laughter, joy, and creativity are an integral part of the healing process and, with the help of friends, he founded the Gesundheit Institute in 1971 in order to address all the problems of health care in one model. He continues the pursuit of this passion today.   To get in touch with Patch - https://www.patchadams.org/ To connect with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

For 25 years, Suzanne Roske was the picture of success - a Certified Public Accountant and a partner at a global management consulting firm. Throughout her career, Suzanne guided Fortune 500 companies through business and team transformations. And then she embarked on her biggest transformation yet - her own! She is the founder of Vamanos Executive Coaching, helping people connect to their values, purpose, and mission, so they can harness their momentum, and unlock their full potential.   In our conversation, Suzanne talks about just that - how you can unlock your full potential (and find your passion), and also how she overcame the highs and lows of walking through her own transformation. Plus she gives us some color on her adult gap year and her book - I'm Supposed to Be Doing This.   To get in touch with Suzanne - https://vamonoscoaching.com/ To connect with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

Tyler talks through his recent IMPACT trip with his family, gives updates on his journey and shares how the trip and recent events have him refocused on being present in the moment. He also hits the high points from the last 3 episodes: Brandon McNace - Stepping Out in Faith; Ian and Arianna Kamerman - Insights from Elementary School; and Lori Theisen - This Book Sucks!   Visit https://www.tylerkamerman.com/ to connect with Tyler

Lori Theisen is a lactation consultant and the author of "This Book Sucks - Feeding Your Baby Shouldn't." Lori believes that conversations, about feeding babies, needs to change - from clinical to realistic and from palatable to just not scary. In her book, she combines evidence-based research with light-hearted visually instructive art and guides the reader on how to latch and successfully feed the baby in ways that connect with new and experienced parents alike. Lori is super passionate about helping people and has a powerful story of working and learning to get to where she is today. To get in touch with Lori - https://www.sweetlatchwellness.com/ To connect with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

In this episode, Tyler sits down with his kids - Ian and Arianna - and they talk about what's important to them, their mission trip to Abaco, goals they've achieved, and things that they are looking toward. The amount of knowledge that can be gained from younger generations is pretty incredible...if you're willing to take the time to listen.   You can subscribe to their YouTube channels: Ian -  https://youtube.com/@flyingpigs4320 and Arianna -  https://youtube.com/@aavii1627 To connect with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/