Jake Jensen is an actor and professor of sport and performance psychology at California State University, Northridge. Jake also works with private clients including athletes, actors, dancers, and others on optimizing mental performance through mental training and mindfulness. Prior to that, Jake was an NCAA Division I tennis player at Utah State and continues to play tennis 3-4 times a week. Here, he discusses how being an athlete/soneone who can't sit still and using mindset tools also benefit his acting.

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Dr. Danielle Haulsee is a marine scientist and the Chief Science Officer at Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute, where she leads groundbreaking research on marine animal behavior, ocean health, and sustainable aquaculture. From tracking fish across vast ocean basins to navigating the complexities of science leadership and nonprofit strategy, Danielle brings curiosity, resilience, and heart to every chapter of her journey. Here, she shares how she turned a passion for the sea into a mission-driven career—and what it really takes to lead in science, life, and everything in between.

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Bruce Goldstein is a distinguished film programmer, distributor, and preservationist based in New York City. Since 1986 he has been the repertory programmer for Film Forum, There, he curated over 500 film festivals and played a pivotal role in reintroducing more than 1,000 classic films to audiences, often using 35mm prints and digital restorations. In 1997, he founded Rialto Pictures, a film distribution company dedicated to reissuing international cinema classics. Under his leadership, Rialto has released over 75 films, including works by directors like Jean-Luc Godard, Federico Fellini, and Jean-Pierre Melville. He has received numerous accolades, including the French Order of Arts and Letters and the Mel Novikoff Award from the San Francisco International Film Festival . He was also the first recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award for Film from George Eastman Museum in 2013 . Beyond his programming and distribution work, Goldstein has authored and produced several documentaries, such as In the Footsteps of Speedy (2015) and Uncovering The Naked City (2020), which explore the cinematic history of New York City. Here Bruce discusses his life in movies, and his childhood heroes becoming his friends and colleagues.

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With over 10 years of experience in both the financial services and entertainment industries, Brendan Moore’s wealth management practice is primarily focused on entertainment and sports, however he has a well-balanced practice of successful clients across all industries. His clients are extremely busy and highly motivated individuals with complex lives. He helps empower them on their financial journey, allowing them to focus more on their careers, families, and aspirations. In this episode, he shares the importance of having systems in place to reach your goals and whether the storms.

Disclaimer: Raymond James & Associates, Inc., member of the New York Stock Exchange/SIPC. The opinions expressed are those of the author/speaker and are not necessarily those of Raymond James. All opinions are as of this date and are subject to change without notice. Investing involves risk, and you may incur a profit or loss regardless of the strategy selected.

For more info: Brendan Moore, Financial advisor, AVP investments. 608 Silver Spur Road, Suite 380, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274, 310-265-5085

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Tim Vigon has worked in the music industry for over 25 years, as publicist and artist's manager. He has worked with some of the coolest bands on the planet, working with The Verve, Duran Duran, Dexy's Midnight Runners and many more. In this episode Tim talks about his journey from Manchester to LA where he went from wannabe journalist for the NME to working alongside many of his heroes.

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A legend both behind the bar and in the world of spirits, Simon Ford has created, mixed and mastered countless cocktails. Discovering no gin versatile enough to fit every classic drink, he gathered top bartenders and distillers and conjured up what is now THE cocktail gin of the century, Fords Gin. Here he discusses how cocktail culture alows him to create and connect with others.

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Dicky Ecklund Jr., son of boxer Dicky Ecklund and nephew of “Irish” Micky Ward (who the movie "The Fighter" was about), has been part of the world of boxing since he was a child (including taking the ring at age 6!) and now carries on the family tradition as a boxing trainer and coach at Wild Card boxing with the legendary Freddie Roach. Here, he discusses how important community and emotional support are to success.

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Born and raised in Chicago , by the time Jared Kirchheimer was 30, he had lived in Los Angeles twice , New York City (ok, Leonia New Jersey) once, and back to Chicago doing the actor/writer /producer thing . After decades of development hell on various projects (and living a dual life as a civil engineer for nearly 30 years), the gates of development heaven opened up for “Say Her”, his first feature film. Here, he discusses how dedication and hard work really can pay off.

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