Welcome to episode 9 of The Craft, where we dive deep into the fascinating world of storyteller, director, & creative photographer: Josiah Gordon.

Josiah creates visual masterpieces that transcend the ordinary. Get ready for a captivating episode filled with inspiration, challenges, and the relentless pursuit of excellence in the world of photography. Josiah's artistic vision knows no bounds, and his journey is an inspiration for aspiring photographers and creatives alike. Josiah is one of the world's most leading examples of an artist who has truly mastered the realms of portrait, underwater, and landscape photography through his connection with nature and humanity.

In this episode, Josiah shares his story of breaking limits and pushing the boundaries of traditional photography. He continues to go outside of the box to capture breathtaking moments, whether it's beneath the surface of the water, amidst stunning landscapes, or in the intimate details of a portrait.

Growing up in Laos, Josiah faced unique challenges that shaped his perspective on life and art. Imagine a childhood without Wi-Fi, where biking half an hour to a local cafe was the only option for connectivity. Josiah reflects on the impact of such an environment on his creativity and how it fueled his passion for photography and nature.

Josiah also unpacks how social media has impacted artists worldwide for the better and the worse. Cons such as having to constantly feel like pertaining to and following the algorithmic trends is the only way for personal work to be recognized now a days. Josiah warns against this world of "trendy" behavior and explains why it is more important than ever now a days to go outside of the box, and what steps to take to do this.

Josiah shares valuable insights on what it truly means to become better at your craft, emphasizing the significance of continuous learning and exploration. His experiences and wisdom serve as a beacon for those seeking to elevate their own creative journeys.

Episode 8 with Chris Conroy and how he developed his love for acting.

Although he realized once coming here, that this was going to be no easy walk in the park. Listen to how he beat the odds and landed some pretty remarkable roles. By pure grit and determination alone, one can get pretty far in developing their craft.

In this episode you’ll hear what it means to truly care deeply for your passion, figuring out how to go about that passion & specifically, how Chris has been able to navigate his acting career throughout the years- the ups, downs and pivots throughout the way. If you’re looking for acting advice and how to get started, this episode is for you!

Timm Chiusano, a content creator, an outstanding career role model (winning an emmy while working on the "Outstanding Live Sports Special” at the 2005 Open Championship (British Open of golf) with ESPN & ABC (to name a few), and advocate for mindful living.

In this episode of The Craft Podcast, we dive into the inspiring journey of JT Barnett, a former professional hockey player who successfully transitioned from his athletic career to establish a thriving content agency. Join us as we explore the strategies, challenges, and insights that propelled JT from the rink to the realm of content creation.

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Join us in this insightful episode as we unravel JT Barnett's remarkable story of transitioning from a professional hockey player to a content creation visionary. Whether you're an aspiring content creator, entrepreneur, or simply someone intrigued by the art of reinvention, this episode offers a treasure trove of wisdom and inspiration.

Today's interview consists of Caleb Simpson's journey into becoming one of the most watched creators and youtubers here in New York City. Caleb started his video career almost a decade ago now, and through a ton of hardships and pivotal growth moments, he was able to overcome times where video success seemed too far away in the distance to grasp. In this interview, Caleb breaks down his thinking process through all his hard moments, moments where he could have given it all up but didn't, and the importance of those around him who gave him advice he'll never forget. Caleb also grew up with a love for film-making but in his early years didn't want to necessarily take all the steps to learn how to edit. Listen today to learn what Caleb's journey into Youtube success is all about and how he's been able to become a master of online video creation. With the help of others around you, networking, and a good mindset- Caleb explains the endless opportunities in this realm.

The podcast where creatives, innovators, entrepreneurs, and more come to talk about their talent, passion and process leading up to big moments. Each and every guest is specifically chosen and curated. I can't wait for you to hear their advice, success stories, and stay tuned for each episode launching Friday mornings.