Shooting it RAW with Ran Elfassy

By Ran Elfassy

If life really is a gift, how do we make every second count? We start with a photo and see where we end up. Join me as I meet amazing people and discover whatever rabbit holes come up. Every conversat... more

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October 06, 2022 133 – Lilian Sue On How to Get Better Results in Business and Life
Isn't it amazing when we look in our backyard to find a hidden treasure? That's what happened when I crossed digital paths with Lilian Sue.

I'm from the world of marketing and communication, so thanks to the LinkedIn algorithms I found a connection to follow. Hey, Lilian, think you'd like to be on my podcast? YES!

Join us for the class that's in session, as Lilian takes us through the path of personal growth for professional success. And be sure to check out Lilian's website as well – unlearn your self-limiting beliefs to discover new paths and approaches to getting better results, happier clients, and the fulfilling sense of helping others through the work you do.

* To view the full episode, click here: https://youtu.be/yR-nlZJ55PA

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Find out more about Lilian Sue:

- Webpage: http://www.inretrospectwritingservices.com/
- Services: https://in-retrospect-marketing-academy.thinkific.com/
- Follow her on Instagram: http://instagram.com/liliansuecopywriterpr
- Follow her on Twitter: http://twitter.com/LSue23

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* Website: https://www.shooting-it-raw.com/
- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/a92caaa1-6f09-473f-bd00-9f2e9000b3fa/SHOOTING-IT-RAW-WITH-RAN-ELFASSY
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shooting-it-raw/id1495187250?ign-mpt=uo%3D4
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootingitraw/
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6p3NoR69bLG4lZ52FKE2dR
- Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/shooting-it-raw-with-ran-elfassy
- YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6sqti7YyKrSNUdgw3ONSFg/videos
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56min
September 29, 2022 132 - Jennifer Lieberman on Acting and Writing to Stay in the Clouds
Jen and I played email tag and finally sat down to record. We got on the call and it was clear that this might be a bit spotty – it happens! Yet we dove right in and she explained why popping into a handstand on the beach was a great opening.
Hello? Jennifer? Are you there?
Hello? Ah.
The fates decided we wouldn't get beyond those first few minutes, but thankfully we were able to reconnect. And here we are. Join us!
From connecting the sacred to the theatre, from being in your body and the will and energy to dedicate oneself to the life of an actor and author... We had an expansive, inspiring, and hilarious sit-down. Jen is the bomb. Jen is awesome. Jen is on fire.
* To view the full episode, click here: https://youtu.be/TlJ8xXXWn5I
* Episode links in the description, below.

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Find out more about Jennifer Lieberman:
- Webpage: https://www.jenniferliebermanactor.com/
- Her book, Year of the What?:
https://www.yearofthewhat.com/
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* Website: https://www.shooting-it-raw.com/
- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/a92caaa1-6f09-473f-bd00-9f2e9000b3fa/SHOOTING-IT-RAW-WITH-RAN-ELFASSY
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shooting-it-raw/id1495187250?ign-mpt=uo%3D4
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootingitraw/
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6p3NoR69bLG4lZ52FKE2dR
- Stitcher:   https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/shooting-it-raw-with-ran-elfassy
- YouTube Channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6sqti7YyKrSNUdgw3ONSFg/videos
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59min
September 22, 2022 131 – REISSUE – Gary Stokes on Protecting our Seas
In this reissue of the November 2020 episode, Gary Stokes spoke about being a photojournalist, dive instructor, and champion conservationist.

Often commissioned to underwater photojournalism and videos, Gary eventually realized he simply had to get involved. This commitment eventually had him join Sea Shepherd on various expeditions as their team photographer, and then as the leader for Asia. He eventually launched Oceans Asia, a conservation group that is data-driven to make a real impact wherever they go.
Tune in and be inspired by this tireless advocate for marine conservation... A friend and champion we should all support.

* To view the full episode, click here: https://youtu.be/r3Ot_oFayLg
** Scroll down to visit Gary's and the podcast links.
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Learn more about Gary's work: https://www.oceansasia.org
On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oceansasia/
On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oceansasia/

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- Website: https://www.shooting-it-raw.com/
- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/a92caaa1-6f09-473f-bd00-9f2e9000b3fa/SHOOTING-IT-RAW-WITH-RAN-ELFASSY
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shooting-it-raw/id1495187250?ign-mpt=uo%3D4
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/shootingitraw
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootingitraw/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ran-elfassy/
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6p3NoR69bLG4lZ52FKE2dR
- Stitcher:   https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/shooting-it-raw-with-ran-elfassy
- Twitter:   https://www.twitter.com/RanElfassy
- YouTube Channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6sqti7YyKrSNUdgw3ONSFg/videos
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58min
September 15, 2022 130 - Paul Watson on Protecting Biodiversity and Why We Must Stop Accepting Diminishment
Living legend. Personal hero. Conservation champion. This is Paul Watson. This is a reissue of our episode, first released in December 2020.
We met for an inspiring conversation around his work in marine conservation, how Sea Shepherd came to be, how the organization has grown into a thriving worldwide network, and more. Unfortunately, due to what seems to be bad-faith influences in some Sea Shepherd areas, Paul has been shown the door from the group he helped found. Not all offices have lost their way, but it's shocking that the founding spirit behind the important cause has been ousted. Weeeeyerd.
At the heart of our greatest challenge, said Paul, is humanity's ability to adapt to a world that is continuously being diminished because of most people's inability to respect how we fit in our incredible biosphere.
How do we know this is true? Unfortunately, the evidence surrounds us. Simply, we need to get our act together.
Listen, learn, be inspired and share!

* To view the full episode, click here: https://youtu.be/xCUz3Oyoesk
** Scroll down to visit Paul's links, the podcast links.

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Learn more about Sea Shepherd's world-renowned and important work here: https://www.seashepherd.org

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- Website: https://www.shooting-it-raw.com/
- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/a92caaa1-6f09-473f-bd00-9f2e9000b3fa/SHOOTING-IT-RAW-WITH-RAN-ELFASSY
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shooting-it-raw/id1495187250?ign-mpt=uo%3D4
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/shootingitraw
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootingitraw/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ran-elfassy/
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6p3NoR69bLG4lZ52FKE2dR
- Stitcher:   https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/shooting-it-raw-with-ran-elfassy
- Twitter:   https://www.twitter.com/RanElfassy
- YouTube Channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6sqti7YyKrSNUdgw3ONSFg/videos
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41min
September 08, 2022 129 - Mercedes R Lackey on Writing Fantasy Novels and True Companionship
Months ago, I was introduced to Mercedes R Lackey. We exchanged a little, but something didn't feel right. I stressed that Shooting it RAW was about uplifting and inspiring others. I didn't get the feeling that Mercedes would be a good fit. There was this dark cloud over our exchange.

She admitted that she was dealing with the sudden and painful loss of her companion, Ikaika. Well, I said, this obviously this isn't the right time to meet. You need to mourn and grieve. But the podcast door is always open. Whenever you're ready, I'm here.
As luck would have it, we were able to speak this week – what a total delight! Hilarious, empathic, sensitive, and deliciously salty!
Mercedes is a titan in the world of fantasy novels, having published more than 145 books across multiple series... Let that sink in. Just HUGE.

She has several New York Times Best Sellers and her works include a rich collection in the Valdemar series and the world of Velgarth, and many more. She was most recently recognized for her achievement through The Grand Master Award, an honour given by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA) to a living author for their lifetime achievement in the writing of fantasy or science fiction.

Join us and listen in! You may laugh. You may even cry. You may be inspired... I definitely was.

* To view the full episode, click here: https://youtu.be/1lVr4V-9PAc
** Scroll down to visit Mercedes' links, the podcast links, and our sponsors!

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1. To find out more about Mercedes R Lackey, visit:
http://www.mercedeslackey.com/

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- Website: https://www.shooting-it-raw.com/
- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/a92caaa1-6f09-473f-bd00-9f2e9000b3fa/SHOOTING-IT-RAW-WITH-RAN-ELFASSY
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shooting-it-raw/id1495187250?ign-mpt=uo%3D4
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/shootingitraw
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootingitraw/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ran-elfassy/
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6p3NoR69bLG4lZ52FKE2dR
- Stitcher:   https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/shooting-it-raw-with-ran-elfassy
- Twitter:   https://www.twitter.com/RanElfassy
- YouTube Channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6sqti7YyKrSNUdgw3ONSFg/videos

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September 01, 2022 128 - Jane Baird Warren on Children's Authors as Teachers and Conduits for their Characters
Author Jane Baird Warren and I exchanged and she sent over the four photos. I don't look at the files until I speak to my guest, so each time I click to view, there's the wildcard or jeopardy of what will it be. I love that in the audio, you can sometimes hear the neurons short-circuiting and fuses blowing. The first photo Jane sent through made my head explode.

For the next hour, I got to meet one of the coolest, most alive and fun people I never knew existed. And she's a fellow Canadian to boot! Pun intended, of course.

Join us. Laugh. Learn. Be inspired. And get her book, How to be a Goldfish!
* To view the full episode, click here: https://youtu.be/9_QXsVRp2xs
** Scroll down to visit Jane's links, as well as other podcast links.

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1. Jane Baird Warren's website: http://www.janebairdwarren.com/
2. On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jbwarren2/

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- Website: https://www.shooting-it-raw.com/
- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/a92caaa1-6f09-473f-bd00-9f2e9000b3fa/SHOOTING-IT-RAW-WITH-RAN-ELFASSY
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shooting-it-raw/id1495187250?ign-mpt=uo%3D4
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/shootingitraw
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootingitraw/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ran-elfassy/
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6p3NoR69bLG4lZ52FKE2dR
- Stitcher:   https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/shooting-it-raw-with-ran-elfassy
- Twitter:   https://www.twitter.com/RanElfassy
- YouTube Channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6sqti7YyKrSNUdgw3ONSFg/videos
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1h 2min
August 25, 2022 127 - Rox Burkey and Charles Breakfield on the Enigma of Technology Thrillers
I usually record an episode one-to-one, just my guest and me. Yet this time I was introduced to co-authors who collaborate to develop and publish technology-thrillers across a series and more. What a fantastic opportunity!
Rox and Charles called in from Dallas, Texas, and shared their process and how they came to the genre of technology thrillers. Not sci-fi, but where the mechanism for conflict and tension emerges from the threats we face from tech. I had no idea... Until we spoke and they took me to class.
We talked shop about writing, publishing, and even running author seminars while at sea. Just fantastic!
* To view the full episode, click here: https://youtu.be/_l9NbOqfdes
** Scroll down to visit Rox and Charles' links, as well as other podcast links.

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1. The Enigma Series: https://www.enigmaseries.com/
2. Website: https://www.roxburkey.com/

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- Website: https://www.shooting-it-raw.com/
- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/a92caaa1-6f09-473f-bd00-9f2e9000b3fa/SHOOTING-IT-RAW-WITH-RAN-ELFASSY
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shooting-it-raw/id1495187250?ign-mpt=uo%3D4
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/shootingitraw
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootingitraw/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ran-elfassy/
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6p3NoR69bLG4lZ52FKE2dR
- Stitcher:   https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/shooting-it-raw-with-ran-elfassy
- Twitter:   https://www.twitter.com/RanElfassy
- YouTube Channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6sqti7YyKrSNUdgw3ONSFg/videos
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52min
August 18, 2022 126 - Monika Diane on Coaching Women to Thrive Through Their Fifties and Beyond
Overlooking Vancouver are a set of mountains, the most recognized and hiked being Grouse. For many, the easy access offers an excellent hike that goes up-up-up. Maybe 45 to 75 minutes, depending. If you're like me who hiked Hong Kong, it's as if Lantau Peak were right by Shek O. Just sayin'.

Taking a sweaty rest, overlooking the city and water, a fellow hiker asked if she could have a chair. Mr. Friendly says of course, and then a breezy conversation. Enter, Monika Diane. Within just 5 minutes, I insisted she join me for a call to share her work as a coach, a blogger, and how she helps other women move into the next great stage of their lives.

With Po, we worked on moving from Success to Significance. With Monika, we learn how she helps women shed the yolk of social norms to just be – perfect as you are.

Join us!
To view the full episode, click here: https://youtu.be/EVVEHxRMEM4

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To find out more about Monika and her work, visit:
- Blog:   http://www.monikadiane.com/
- LinkedIn: https://linkin.bio/monikadianelifestyle

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* Website: https://www.shooting-it-raw.com/
- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/a92caaa1-6f09-473f-bd00-9f2e9000b3fa/SHOOTING-IT-RAW-WITH-RAN-ELFASSY
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shooting-it-raw/id1495187250?ign-mpt=uo%3D4
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootingitraw/
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6p3NoR69bLG4lZ52FKE2dR
- Stitcher:   https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/shooting-it-raw-with-ran-elfassy
- YouTube Channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6sqti7YyKrSNUdgw3ONSFg/videos

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57min
August 11, 2022 125 - REISSUE – Rachel Smith On Listening Vs Hearing to Just Do Shit and Enjoy
For this week's episode, I was reminded of Rachel P Smith and her great energy, creative spirit, and generosity. Be inspired. Enjoy!
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A fascinating thing is happening with the podcast guests. At first, the contacts are direct or indirect, and over time the links to people outside my circle seem to reveal themselves. For example, all of a sudden I became aware of Rachel Smith, her artistic work and the Hong Kong Stories podcast.
We have both called Hong Kong home after growing up Canadian. Living almost in parallel, our paths finally crossed. What a treat! We could easily have talked for HOURS. Her dedication to exercising a creative life and then also sharing her stage with others is generous, increasingly renowned, and pretty much nails the ethos of Shooting it RAW right between the eyes.
Yes. We only live once.
Yes. We must make the most of every second of our lives.
Yes. Rachel and her incredible Senseless Art studio are a hub in Hong Kong, from where she welcomes creatives near and far.
Enjoy and be inspired!
To view the full episode, click here: https://youtu.be/8SPpmEgl0RE
* EPISODE LINKS IN DESCRIPTION – BELOW *

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Check out Rachel's work, studio and incredible Hong Kong stories podcast here:
https://www.senselessart.net https://www.hongkongstories.com

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* Website: https://www.shooting-it-raw.com/
- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/a92caaa1-6f09-473f-bd00-9f2e9000b3fa/SHOOTING-IT-RAW-WITH-RAN-ELFASSY
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shooting-it-raw/id1495187250?ign-mpt=uo%3D4
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootingitraw/
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6p3NoR69bLG4lZ52FKE2dR
- Stitcher:   https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/shooting-it-raw-with-ran-elfassy
- YouTube Channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6sqti7YyKrSNUdgw3ONSFg/videosStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/shooting-it-raw-with-ran-elfassy
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August 03, 2022 124 – REISSUE – Scott Duncan on Pushing the Boundaries of Image and Story
This is a reissue of the episode I recorded with my good friend, Scott Duncan. It was first launched on 1 April 2020. Episode 6 of the podcast!
Our history goes back to 1994 – when Scott, Vince, Victoria, Justin and I formed and performed in the spoken-word quintet, Fluffy Pagan Echoes. So many years later, Scott recounts where his life has taken him.
Trained in film and a working art director, Scott shares how he pushes the limits of his camera gear and his aesthetic. It's all about the mood – the mood!
Scott, my brother.

* For the full episode, visit: https://youtu.be/Vykge2oiya8

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1. To see more of Scott's inspiring photographs, visit: https://www.instagram.com/tabularazah
2. Visit his online gallery at: http://scott-duncan.ca/

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- Website: https://www.shooting-it-raw.com/
- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/a92caaa1-6f09-473f-bd00-9f2e9000b3fa/SHOOTING-IT-RAW-WITH-RAN-ELFASSY
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shooting-it-raw/id1495187250?ign-mpt=uo%3D4
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/shootingitraw
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootingitraw/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ran-elfassy/
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6p3NoR69bLG4lZ52FKE2dR
- Stitcher:   https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/shooting-it-raw-with-ran-elfassy
- Twitter:   https://www.twitter.com/RanElfassy
- YouTube Channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6sqti7YyKrSNUdgw3ONSFg/videos
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35min

FAQs about Shooting it RAW with Ran Elfassy:

How many episodes does Shooting it RAW with Ran Elfassy have?

The podcast currently has 215 episodes available.