What happens when comedy meets magic? On this episode of You'll Never Make It, we're joined by Wes Barker—comedian, magician, and massive content creator. From fooling Penn & Teller to starring in his own TV show, Wes has done it all. But what happens when you reach your biggest goal… and then it disappears?

We dive into Wes’s journey—his early viral success, his experience on America’s Got Talent and Ellen, and what it really takes to make it in entertainment. Plus, we talk about the power of content creation, the struggle of balancing creative pursuits, and the weird little advantage of being Canadian in showbiz.

If you're chasing a dream (or just love a good behind-the-scenes story), this one’s for you!

Oscar winning sound editor Nelson Ferreira talks to Ross and Joseph about losing the Oscar in sound editing for the film The Shape of Water but then the film winning best picture an hour later. He discusses working with director Guillermo del Toro, the highs and lows of his career, and the dedication it takes to rebuild success after setbacks. Nelson has been in the game for years with his first major project working with Darren Aronofsky on Requiem for a Dream. They dive into the importance of passion and persistence in a creative career.

Joseph and Ross also share their personal experiences navigating the video and music industry. Ross recounts a chaotic but rewarding show his band played in Poland. Despite technical issues and a language barrier, their preparation and teamwork resulted in a memorable performance. Joseph talks about his attempts to get a TV show made.

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Steve Dangle has said "I've made it" to himself so many times. In this episode of You'll Never Make It, Joseph and Ross sit down with renowned Canadian sports podcaster, YouTuber, and their friend Steve Dangle. The 3 of them went to University together and have all made strides in the industry. Steve reflects on his journey to becoming one of the country's most prominent voices in hockey, discussing how he started in his bedroom and has continued to build his platform through persistence and adapting to changing definitions of success. He shares personal struggles about setbacks, including being laid off, and emphasizes the evolving nature of "making it" in the industry.

The conversation explores broader themes of achieving success in creative fields. Ross, reflects on a recent tour in the UK where his band played for thousands but acknowledges that there are still larger goals to pursue. Both hosts talk about how their respective paths to success are filled with milestones that look impressive from the outside but still leave them striving for more. They agree that even when it seems like you've made it, the ultimate goal keeps shifting.