Chris is a sustainability strategist, author, and spends his day-to-day working as a policy data analyst for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Chris attend Michigan State University where he studied International Relations and Economics but now finds himself living in the DC area. Chris has always had a passion for the environment so it only made since for him to study and write about sustainability. Whether it is professionally or with his website Pike Origin, Chris regularly reads and synthesizes research and writes about these findings. Over the last few months, Chris has been pouring a lot of his time into Pike Origin. Pike Origin is a social enterprise that conducts multifaceted business research on climate and develops, designs, and invests in climate forward business models. It's extremely cool to see what Chris is building with Pike Origin and I'm excited for his newsletters to start coming out this fall. Chris is making a positive impact within his local community, but also helping to make a difference for our environment.

In this episode Chris talks about sustainability, failure, growth mindset, and much more!

Connect with Chris!

Website: http://Pikeorigin.com

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Personal:

Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @zachhose14

Email: [email protected]

The Official Podcast:

Instagram/Facebook: @zappodcastofficial

If you want want to be a guest on the podcast, I'd love to have you! Feel free to reach out directly!

Advaith is a content creator that makes YouTube videos and also has a podcast that he use to run and may be bringing back. Advaith has always had a massive passion for football, specifically the Chicago Bears, so he took that passion and combined it with his writing abilities and started a YouTube channel. While Advaith's current content is centered around his favorite team, he is considering expanding his content to be the whole NFL. Advaith is thinking about making this change so he can reach more fanbases while also improving his own knowledge on various teams and players throughout the league. A newfound passion for Advaith has been working out. Working out has been something that has had a positive impact on both his physical and mental health and something that he plans on continuing to keep working on. It's really cool to hear about Advaith's journey into content creation. While he may be a Bears fan, I have a lot of respect for what he's doing and for his evident passion for the sport of football.

In this episode Advaith talks about getting started, YouTube, the NFL, working out, and much more!

Connect with Advaith!

Twitter: @kingkumarspod

Instagram: @advaith_kumar1

YouTube: Advaith Kumar

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Personal:

Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @zachhose14

Email: [email protected]

The Official Podcast:

Instagram/Facebook: @zappodcastofficial

If you want want to be a guest on the podcast, I'd love to have you! Feel free to reach out directly!

“I NEED 10 SHOTS 10 SHOTS ERNIE MODE!” can be heard anytime the Detroit born and Fort Worth based rapper ItsErnie makes an appearance. Whether it’s in person, or on his rapidly growing tik-tok page, ITSERNIE has made a name for himself as not only a rapper with tight bars, but a dedicated student of the craft. His performances are trademarked by him guzzling not only liquor, but the worlds best hangover cure, pedialyte; onstage. In addition to his onstage antics, he also hosts a a daily tik-tok series called “crazy bars I’ve heard”, which in total has racked up almost 5 million views across the US. From the first time that I hear the MME rap, I knew that Ernie had a bright future ahead of him. It's been awesome to see the success that he has had, and I cannot wait to see what the future has in store for him.

In this episode Ernie talks about mindset, having a plan, the music industry, and much more!

Connect with Ernie!

All Links: https://linktr.ee/Itsernie?fbclid=PAAaayhJz4HHlqmh8lNOYVulUw-_w8Y3YxEmxUmeDStQyEofXcBX_9_rLnFyI

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5ZMTLKg5BhkxmQeDXQm92Z?si=mKSW1UQ3T-K6UowNNSD2Fg

TikTok: @itsernie

Instagram: @itsernie__

Instagram: @crazybarsiveheard

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Email: [email protected]

The Official Podcast:

Instagram/Facebook: @zappodcastofficial

If you want want to be a guest on the podcast, I'd love to have you! Feel free to reach out directly!

Dan is an entrepreneur, business owner, sports enthusiast, and family man. A few years ago, Dan started his business DC4L Custom Tees. Dan's business provides custom clothing and various other items to people throughout the world. DC4L's motto is "you ask, we deliver" which means that any person can request whatever design they want and then Dan will work with them to get the design on whatever item they would like. If you want your podcast logo on a shirt, Dan can do it. If you want to commemorate your favorite athlete hitting a career milestone, Dan can do it. Dan's background is design allows him to create and tailor each design to be perfect for the customer. In addition to providing a unique and affordable item, Dan makes it his main priority to provide superb customer service. Dan is the only one running DC4L and takes extreme care and interest in each customer that he works with. Dan has a strong work ethic and works to grow and improve his business each and every day. Dan has come along way and has learned a lot since he first started his business. While DC4L can make custom items that are unrelated to sports, the sports community has really resonated with Dan's business. This works out well for Dan because of his vast love for sports. While Dan has his own personal favorite teams, he doesn't let his allegiances interfere with the custom requests he receives. Dan loves working with people and creating extremely unique and special design. I'd like to take a moment to personally thank Dan for his assistance with getting the ZAP! Podcast its own merch. This was a huge accomplishment for the podcast and I'm proud to say that there's a few ZAP! articles of clothing out there in the world. It's been great seeing what Dan has accomplished, and I'm excited to see what's in store for the future of DC4L.

In this episode Dan talks about the three A’s, working towards your dreams, starting a business, and much more!

Connect with Dan!

Personal Twitter: @DanTheSportsFan

Business Twitter: @DC4LCustomTees

Website: DC4LCustomTees.com

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @dc4l_customtees

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Personal:

Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @zachhose14

Email: [email protected]

The Official Podcast:

Instagram/Facebook: @zappodcastofficial

If you want want to be a guest on the podcast, I'd love to have you! Feel free to reach out directly!

Shahzad is a sales and marketing multicultural team leader, and soon to be university professor in Canada. Shahzad is originally from the Middle East, where he spent his younger years. As Shahzad grew up, he found an interest in business and started to pursue it academically and professionally. Shahzad eventually found himself working on his International Business and Marketing degree at the University of Indianapolis. After spending some time in the states, Shahzad as ultimately ended up locating in the Toronto area. Shahzad has been there for the last few years and works as a business professional while spending the remainder of his time doing the things that he loves and that makes him happy. Shahzad wants to live each day with his highest purpose and make sure that he is taking control of his own life and only focus on the things that he can control. Shahzad has learned a lot of valuable life lessons throughout both his personal and professional experiences. Shahzad attributes a lot of what he has learned to stepping out of his comfort zone and experiencing different cultures and living in different locations. While Shahzad says that he has been fortunate to experience some good luck throughout his life, Shahzad has worked extremely hard to put himself in the position that he currently finds himself in. I'm excited to see how Shahzad continues to write his own story. I have no doubt that he will continue to do very exceptional things.

In this episode Shahzad talks about being the master of your own destiny, experiencing different cultures, business, and much more!

Connect with Shahzad!

LinkedIn: Shahzad Gidwani

Brilliant Minds Group LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bmg-brilliant-minds-group/

Immigrant Networks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/immigrant-networks/

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Personal:

Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @zachhose14

Email: [email protected]

The Official Podcast:

Instagram/Facebook: @zappodcastofficial

If you want want to be a guest on the podcast, I'd love to have you! Feel free to reach out directly!

Two years, 104 guests later and here we are. It’s crazy to think that I’ve been running this podcast for the last years of my life. Year two was a great one and it definitely built off of year one. This episode is a way to celebrate the two year anniversary, take a look at the past year, and let you all know what the plan for year three looks like. Over the last two years, I uploaded an episode every single Monday. While I’d love to keep this going, I’ve hit the point where getting a new guest each week is becoming a bit challenging. I’m still going to try my absolute best to upload every Monday, but, here’s me saying that it may not be every Monday. It’s a tough pill to swallow and it makes me feel a bit sad and like I’m letting people down, but I hope you’ll all understand and still check out all the episodes - whether it’s weekly, bi-weekly, etc. None of this would be possible without all the support from you all! From the bottom of my heart, thank you! Here’s to year three!

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Personal:

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Email: [email protected]

The Official Podcast:

Instagram/Facebook: @zappodcastofficial

If you want want to be a guest on the podcast, I'd love to have you! Feel free to reach out directly!

Bambi is a lover of music, traveling, animals, and is working towards being a business owner and entrepreneur. Bambi currently works at a cafe so she is planning on taking her knowledge and skills and combining that with her passion for animals to start her very own animal bakery. Bambi wants to create a place where animals can come and have healthy and clean treats. While starting her business is one of her main passions, she also loves to travel. Whether it's traveling solo or with friends, she loves going to new places and experiencing different cities and all that they have to offer. Bambi has done an excellent job discovering the things that she's passionate about and prioritizing her own happiness. I'm excited to continue to watch the development, and then eventual success, of her animal bakery!

In this episode Bambi talks about the plan to start a cafe, self love, traveling, and much more!

Connect with Bambi!

Instagram: @bambi.marie1999

Instagram: @la_boulangerie_de_bambi

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Personal:

Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @zachhose14

Email: [email protected]

The Official Podcast:

Instagram/Facebook: @zappodcastofficial

If you want want to be a guest on the podcast, I'd love to have you! Feel free to reach out directly!

This episode makes history for the ZAP! Podcast as it is the first episode with more than one guest. Eruj and Furzaan are brothers and owners of Vengeful Detroit. The Abidi brothers and their partner started Vengeful in the fall of 2022. Vengeful is a Detroit-based clothing brand that focuses on pop culture and sports. The Abidi brothers wanted a brand that showcased high fashion with what was going on in the world, thus what started Vengeful. The name Vengeful Detroit comes from the owners Detroit roots. Vengeful relates to the grit, hard-working, and often overlooked reputation that the city of Detroit gets. The "Detroit" in Vengeful Detroit is a direct way to pay homage to the city. Vengeful Detroit is an exclusive brand that offers various limited collections. The brand's first collection centered about the Detroit Lions, and since then they have highlighted athletes from different cities such as Kevin Durant of the Phoenix Suns and Nicola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets. While the city of Detroit and Detroit sports will always be important to the brand, Vengeful is not afraid to incorporate other cities. At the end of the day, the brand's goal is to really capture what is currently going on in the sports and pop culture world. The Abidi brothers are extremely hard working and I love hearing how much fun they're having. The sky is the limit for the Abidi brothers and their brand, and I cannot wait to see everything that they accomplish.

In this episode the Abidi brothers talk about owning and starting a business, working with family, being unique, and much more!

Connect with Vengeful Detroit!

Instagram: @vengefuldetroit

Twitter: @vengefuldetroit

TikTok: @vengefuldetroit

Website: https://vengefuldetroit.com/

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Personal:

Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @zachhose14

Email: [email protected]

The Official Podcast:

Instagram/Facebook: @zappodcastofficial

If you want want to be a guest on the podcast, I'd love to have you! Feel free to reach out directly!

Mason is a graduate of Northwood University where he completed his Bachelor's Degree and MBA, and now the Co-Founder of Motiv. Mason grew up with a passion for sports and the work ethic he developed led him towards a business oriented career path. Once Mason's athletic career came to an end, he took that same passion and found it within the business field. Studying business and getting his degrees seemed like the logical decision and there was no looking back. Fast forward to today and Mason's passion is his company Motiv. Motiv is a hiring platform that matches candidates with tailored job opportunities, simplifies the application process, and provides real-time updates on their application status. Motiv was born out of the frustrations that Mason faced when looking for a job after graduating. Because of these frustrating experiences, Mason and his business partner set out to find a solution - thus the birth of Motiv. While Motiv is still in it's early stages, Mason and the team at Motiv have been hard at work to create a great "love" experience for candidates and employers when it comes to finding and hiring for jobs. Whether it was this conversation or ones off the podcast, I can tell just how passionate Mason is about Motiv and all the work that they are doing. I'm really excited to see all that Motiv does for folks who are looking for the perfect job.

In this episode Mason talks about being present, starting a business, mindset, and much more!

Connect with Mason!

LinkedIn for Motiv: https://www.linkedin.com/company/

LinkedIn for Mason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/

Email: [email protected]

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Personal:

Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @zachhose14

Email: [email protected]

The Official Podcast:

Instagram/Facebook: @zappodcastofficial

If you want want to be a guest on the podcast, I'd love to have you! Feel free to reach out directly!

Savannah is a fellow graduate from Central Michigan University and currently works as a Senior Business Digital Analyst at Dow. Savannah has always had a passion for business and marketing so it always made sense for her to study business at CMU and then step into a career that utilized her skills. In addition to her professional passion, she has always been passionate about music, sports, and her faith. Throughout Savannah's life, she has been in a band, played competitive sports, and has been an active member of her local churches and young adult groups. As a side hobby for fun, Savannah has also started an Etsy store called The Common Catholic. While Savannah made her Etsy as a small side hobby, it definitely makes her a small business owner and entrepreneur. I've always known Savannah to be a confident, highly intelligent person who had life figured out. Speaking to Savannah, it seems like just like all of us, she's had her obstacles and challenges as well. I'm grateful for Savannah's willingness to be vulnerable and share some of her experiences as she transitioned out of college. This conversation is really important to me as I feel that we spoke about things that don't always get brought up. Life in yours 20s, while fun and excited, can always be tough, confusing, and an absolute whirlwind. I'm proud of all that Savannah has accomplished and I consider myself extremely lucky to be able to call her a friend. I cannot wait to see what the future has in store for Savannah.

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