This week we had the opportunity to speak with two of the founders of The Futurist Project’s Leadership Institute, Stasia Walker and Kelsey McGrew. They talk all about the Leadership Institute, how it came to be, what the program entails, what their goals are for the participants, and how you can get involved. This one is all about mentorship, community, and learning - enjoy!


 


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The Futurist Project Founders Kelsey McGrew + Stasia Walker on Investing In Outdoor Industry Leaders

This is sort of a business podcast, but it’s really about interesting, successful people who have designed their lives to thrive outside of the corporate box we’ve been put into. This one is for the rebels, the creatives, and the reluctant leaders. This is for people who dare to live + think outside, by design. Grab a helmet and buckle your boots because we get deep.

The host: My name is Lisa Slagle, and I’m a creative director, writer, and human woman dedicated to having as much fun as possible while creating meaningful, impactful work along the way. I love talking to people, asking big, existential questions, and exploring the intersection of storytelling and culture. For the last 14 years, I’ve owned a creative agency called WHEELIE, which I started from a clapped-out laptop and some soggy business cards that I used to hand out on chairlifts. It grew into a thriving company full of awesome humans, and I’ve gotten to meet and work with thousands of amazing creatives, marketing teams, VPs, CEOs, athletes, and entrepreneurs. I think the human experience is extraordinary, and this podcast features people who know how to design fun, interesting, creative lives on their own terms.

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You're going to want your SCUBA gear for this one... Alex dives DEEP into topics like infinite consciousness, releasing ego, love, and meditative journeys. Take notes, re-listen a few times, and let it all sink in.
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Alex Bogusky on Creativity As An Extension of Love

"I am such a believer in taking the risk and finding your passion project."
This week's guest is award-winning filmmaker Jordyn Romero. Jordyn discusses the act of living your purpose, the importance of passion projects, and the learnings she's found through navigating trauma and grief. Hear about Jordyn's latest film project, how she feels content in her current life, and the effect of on-set group dynamics. 
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Filmmaker Jordyn Romero on Living Your Purpose & Creating Through Grief

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Dersu Rhodes on Finding Purpose Through Play

"If I'm passionate about one thing, I'm passionate about being a curious human."
This week we're joined by Emmy-nominated creative producer and photographer Tatiana Alexandra. Tatiana dives into her career journey and covers her propensity to enter into the unknown, how to find joy in being lost, and daring to break away from what's conventional.
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The Futurist Project Founders Kelsey McGrew + Stasia Walker on Investing In Outdoor Industry Leaders

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