The Amani Experience Podcast

Rohitash Rao discusses how motion-graphics taught him patience, building your name and how "time gives you confidence". Enjoy the show!

Show Notes:

4:05 - Why growing up in Rancho Cucamonga was the like the movie E.T.

6:32 - "You are by far the worst student I have ever seen in this class."

10:52 - How stop-motion graphics teaches you patience.

12:14 - "Build Your Name".

14:01 - The blog project called "Art For A Beer".

18:24 - Learn how to "concept" and "pitch".

22:15 - How his work is like therapy.

26:00 - Favorite Prince Songs

30:41 - How Ro's music video career got it's start.

35:45 - How has Ro grown his tribe of support.

42:49 - How the children's series "Herbert's Wormhole" was created.

45:58 - "Time Gives You Confidence"

50:18 - "Try to be a likable person".

54:15 - Why resting is the most important habit Ro has added to his daily routine.

1:01:05 - "You are not alone."

How to reach Rohitash | Website | Instagram | Facebook |

Book Recommendations:

Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari

The Writer's Journey by Christopher Vogler

Chris Powell talks to us about improving his "resilience muscle", what characteristics a great leader should have and why he knows less today than he did yesterday. Enjoy!

Show Notes:

7:01 - Why Chris decided to leave corporate America.

13:28 - How Chris improved his "resilience muscle".

19:08 - "Imagine not having control."

22:38 - "Fear and trust"

24:12 - Chris discusses his definition of fear.

27:14 - Why Artificial Intelligence won't be taking over.

32:30 - What characteristics make up a good leader.

38:54 - Why do people struggle with connecting with each other in today's world.

42:01 - "I know less today than I knew yesterday."

46:48 - The importance of saying thank you and being grateful.

How to reach Chris: Website | Linkedin | Twitter

Book Recommendations (Affiliate Links included):

The Courage to Be by Paul Tillich

Mindset by Carol S. Dweck

The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer

The Power of Awareness by Neville Goddard

TV Clips:

LIttle Rascals - Spanky

Cachita Hynes talks to us about how networking has benefitted her career, what it was like working with Paris Hilton and Nicole Ritchie, and why "your worth is not what someone tells you it is." Enjoy!

Show Notes:

4:04 - How Cachita made the decision to attend the University of Missouri.

6:34 - The story of Cachita's first on-air experience at NBC KMOU

8:02 - What it was like working with Paris Hilton & Nicole Ritchie.

12:44 - How did Cachita know she wanted to be an entrepreneur?

16:28 - How has networking benefitted her career.

19:27 - Advances in technology and social media that Cachita is keeping her eye on.

24:50 - "Numbers are everything."

30:57 - "Why missed opportunities scare Cachita."

36:36 - "Your Worth Is Not What Someone Tells You It Is."

42:40 - "No one should ever steal your sparkle."

54:02 - Fashion advice for Amani!

How to reach Cachita - Website | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube | Facebook | Pinterest

LA Confidential

Book Recommendations:

Ten Things I Wish I'd Known - Before I Went Out to The Real World by Maria Shriver

Kate talks about being taken seriously as a planner, finding her crew and loving them hard and her obsession with Beyonce and The Office (TV Show). Enjoy!

5:34 - Kate is the only American in her family.

9:20 - How Kate found her way to FIDM.

13:50 - Where does the name Blue Door Creative come from?

18:51 - Kate has had a crush on her husband since the age of 14!

21:22 - "Don't sweat the small stuff" (Part 1)

29:04 - Why not being taken seriously scares Kate.

34:50 - Kate discusses her obsession with Beyonce and The Office.

45:50 - "Don't sweat the small stuff" (Part 2)

48:49 - "Find your crew and love them hard"

51:02 - We discuss "Big Little Lies" and the upcoming season 2 on HBO.

54:30 - "Love your people"

How to reach Kate: Website | Instagram | Pinterest |

Book Recommendations:

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by JK Rowling

You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero

Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty

Anthony Eisenhower talks to us about narrowing your focus, working on "Alias" and the benefits of leaning on other people to assist you during your journey.

Show Notes:

8:16 - How did Anthony manage triple-tasking three different jobs when he first opening Brood 9.

9:16 - Where does the name Brood 9 come from.

10:51 - What was it like working on the TV Show "Alias"?

15:34 - Advice to Anthony in 2014.

18:47 - "Going from a broad focus to a more narrow focus."

23:08 - "I love teaching."

28:30 - "I didn't want to be a fighter"

34:29 - Jean-Claude Van Damme was one of the most influential people for Anthony growing up.

36:50 - Believing in himself and leaning on other people are the two lessons that took Anthony the longest to learn.

38:05 - "If You Want More"

42:23 - Thoughts on intermittent fasting.

45:34 - Thoughts on the current state of boxing and what the sport needs to come back.

How to reach Anthony - Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Book Recommendations (Affiliate Links included):

Think & Grow Rich - Napoleon Hill

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck - Mark Manson

The Art of Saying No - Damon Zahariades

The Ocean At The End Of The Lane - Neil Gaiman

Shannon and Halle talk to us about maintaining relationships outside of your career, supporting local businesses and being more fearless! Enjoy the show.

Show Notes:

6:49 - Shannon won a Martha Stewart pie contest.

7:50 - Where the name LadySmyth comes from.

12:13 - How did exotic dancing help develop Halle's fashion career.

16:31 - What impact did a dream Shannon had about Jean Paul Gaultier have on her career.

18:58 - Halle's dad is their business manager.

23:33 - What makes LadySmyth unique from other fashion designers.

27:46 - "You become an expert in your field once you learn all the mistakes there are to make in a specific area."

38:00 - The importance of maintaining relationships outside of your career.

39:59 - Supporting local businesses and the Made In America movement.

47:14 - "It goes back to passion."

49:48 - "Be more fearless."

How to reach Ladysmith - Website | Facebook | Instagram

Book Recommendations (Affiliate Links included):

The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz

You Need A Budget by Jesse Mecham

The E-Myth by Michael E. Gerber

The Tao of Dating by Ali Binazir, MD

Extra Details

DJ ivy (Instagram)

Shannon Weidel (Instagram)

Foxy Brown (Instagram)

Russell Harris talks to us about where he gets his inspiration for events from, surviving the 2008 writer's strike and "learning to love himself a little more". Enjoy the show!

Show Notes:

3:42 - Russell discusses his volleyball career for a US Club team in Europe.

6:24 - Russell's equestrian hobby and his new horse - Big Business.

8:40 - Why networking is so important.

11:13 - How Russell develops his color muscle.

12:13 - The turning point in Russell's career.

17:45 - "Be able to diversify."

21:43 - "Surround yourself with successful people."

22:45 - The most influential person for Russell growing up.

25:20 - What is T.I.D.?

27:10 - How has being a good listener helped Russell in his career.

28:05 - "Learn to love myself a little more."

30:15 - How meditation helped Russell be a better equestrian rider.

32:23 - What the word phoenix mean to Russell.

How to reach Russell: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin

Book (Magazine) Recommendations:

Wallpaper Magazine

Interior Design Magazine

Architectural Digest

In this special Valentine's Day episode, Cristina Morara talks to us about learning the art of surrender, what it was like working with Chelsea Handler and "is what you want always what you need?". Enjoy the show!

Show Notes:

7:01: What was missing from Cristina's corporate job at Ogilvy & Mather.

8:10: How has her casting experience helped her as a matchmaker.

11:01: Who was one of Cristina's most memorable clients early on in her business?

12:31: Why the three date rule is crucial.

19:51: What it was like working with Chelsea Handler.

27:35: Learning the art of surrender.

30:09: "I help people get out of their own way, so that they have a higher chance of falling in love ..."

33:10: "Is what you want always what you need?"

35:45: Advice for people who potentially given up on finding love.

How to reach Cristina: Website | Instagram | Facebook

Chelsea Does - Stellarhitch is featured in Episode 1.

Book Recommendations:

Getting the Love You Want by Harville Hendrix, Ph.D

Attached by Amir Levine

Molly McCauley discusses how to get over the comparison trap, why "it shouldn't be easy", and knowing your worth. Enjoy the show!

Show Notes:

5:15: Why getting her Masters of Fine Arts at Brooks College was the most challenging educational experiences in her life.

9:36: How wedding photography chose Molly.

12:10: What inspired Molly to switch from a fashion focus to a photography focus.

12:59: What sports Molly played growing up.

21:44: "In a life of fleeting moments, I get to make time stand still."

23:50: How did Molly get through her fear of going out on her own.

24:36: How Molly avoids the "comparison trap."

29:16: "It shouldn't be easy".

35:15: "You are not as lost as you think you are."

38:24: Molly's perspective on charging low prices and knowing your worth.

46:57: How her destination wedding business was born.

50:11: The color green, bunnies and buttered popcorn with salt.

How to reach Molly: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest

Book (Audiobook) Recommendations (Affiliate Links):

Bossypants by Tina Fey

You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living An Awesome Life by Jen Sincero

Podcast Recommendations:

Being Boss

Goal Diggers Podcast

The Influencer Podcast

In this episode, Veronica Torres (aka V Torres) speaks to us about her high school basketball career, selling out The Roxy (and getting a standing ovation) at age 21 and why "everything is temporary".

Show Notes:

6:20 - What position did Veronica play for her basketball team.

7:00 - The signature of 11/11 in Veronica's life.

10:55 - How did Veronica get the courage to leave a promising Accounting career.

14:10 - Selling out (and getting a standing ovation) at the Roxy in 2005 at age 21!

17:42 - "Stay focused and surround yourself with positive people."

22:00 - What the lyrics to "Old Soul" mean to Veronica.

27:15 - How Veronica's perspective on competition has evolved.

32:40 - How basketball taught her about perseverance and resilience.

33:35 - The influence Veronica's father had on her when she was growing up.

38:25 - "Everything is temporary."

40:12 - Regina Spektor inspires Veronica.

How to reach V Torres: Instagram | Website | iTunes | Facebook |

February 19th gig info (flyer below)

Veronica's 90's Hip Hop Spotify Playlist

The Tim Ferriss & Terry Crews Interview we discussed on the show.

Book Recommendations (Affiliate Links included)

The Tree of Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar

Do Cool Sh*t by Miki Agrawal