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Welcome to More In Common Podcast With Rodney Campbell and Keith Richardson. This podcast is our social experiment to examine our belief that we all have more in common than that which divides us. With each new guests we have open, honest, and insightful conversation about the things that matter to them.
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Thursday Sep 23, 2021
Thursday Sep 23, 2021
We create labels to simplify how we see the world. It's an important part of how our brain works.
However, those labels can, and often do, cheat us out of really getting to know someone.
Carlos is a musician. It's easy to come to this conversation with a lot of biases and assumptions based on that one label alone.
What you learn about Carlos in this episode though will change how you look at him as a musician. This conversation is a great example of how our assumptions can limit our ability to truly know what someone wants from life and who they are.
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Today we are with Carlos "Lonelez" Rosario Gonzalez. Lonelez began his journey in the music industry as a graphic designer. Having designed for names such as Ozuna, Mozart La Para, J Alvarez, and Natti Natasha, he discovered that his true passion was in music production. Soon, Lonelez began to remix popular songs, and it wasn't long until his remixes began to garner favorable attention.
His trap remix of Daddy Yankee's Shaky Shaky became an internet sensation, and his bachata remix of Plan B's Fanatica Sensual was danced all over the world. In 2021, his reggaeton remix of Taylor Swift's Willow became a viral sound on TikTok.
He is now putting lyrics to his beats and after releasing his first independent album Atraccion in 2018, and recently released his EP LaRomcom. His songs are those of love, adventure, party-going, and fun, with a bilingual touch that's purely unique to Lonelez.
Carlos also has written the romance novel series "The Bohemians."
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Topics we discuss:
- Smile to defuse
○ Authentically Smiling
○ Finding the best in others
- Masculinity as a Social Construct
○ His novels
○ Being ourself
○ What it's like in the Dominican Republic
- Influence of his childhood on his decisions
○ Self-Identity
- Fear and how he shows up through it and with it
References:
- Carlos' Books
- Carlos' Music
- Hinduism's definitions of Gender
- F.E.A.R - Face Everything and Rise
- Shaky Shaky Remix
Credits:
Music:
Main Theme: "Eaze Does It" by Shye Eaze and DJ Rufbeats, a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.
All music created by DJ Rufbeats
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Meditation is amazing. It helps us focus, learn calm, train being present, and can help us rewire how we think about the world.
What if you can't meditate? Is it not for you?
So many actually have a hard time meditating. It's a learned skill, and not everyone can access it. The truth is, many feel like they are broken because they can't do it. They are missing out on something people swear by and are left out of a cultural movement.
Do you feel that way?
This conversation presents another option. The key isn't meditation. Rather, it's about finding the opportunity to train to be present, learning calm, and being focused on what is in front of you.
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Today we are with Lincoln Hoppe. Crazy fact, he is actually related to Abraham Lincoln and was named after him.
Lincoln is a film actor in Los Angles and is the lead in a feature called Witnesses that hit theaters on June 4th. It was top 10 for box office sales and made it up to the top 6. It was the #1 faith-based film.
He is also a produced feature screenwriter and multi-award winner audiobook narrator and voice actor. And, if not enough, is an acting and improvisation teacher at Playhouse west and Meisner school in North Hollywood.
He is passionate about improvisation. He believes strongly that improv is not just for improv shows and auditions, but it's healthy for the brain, as it skyrockets skills of creativity, spontaneity, and confidence.
He has a complete video on demand course called improv wizards…
He loves to hike, play stringed instruments such as Guitar, mandolin, bass, dulcimer, Bouziki… loves board games, and dungeons and dragons.
Oh, and he has 5 kids.
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Topics we discuss:
- Learning to take a breath
- Improv as a value to life
- Play
- Listening
- Creativity and presence
- Online Improv courses and their value
- Being an adult at play
- How he found his path to Acting
- The story of how he found Improv
- The community of Improv and non-judgment
References:
- Lincoln's Website
- @lincolnhoppe
- Facebook - Lincoln Actor
- Their Online Course - Improv Wizards
- Wayne Brady and Marc Rebillet - YouTube collaboration
- The Last Good War - Student Film
- Saints and Soldiers, Airborne Creed - Film
- Witnesses
- Martin Harris – Played by Lincoln in Witnesses
Credits:
Music:
Main Theme: "Eaze Does It" by Shye Eaze and DJ Rufbeats, a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.
All music created by DJ Rufbeats
Thursday Sep 09, 2021
Thursday Sep 09, 2021
Meditation is amazing. It helps us focus, learn calm, train being present, and can help us rewire how we think about the world.
What if you can't meditate? Is it not for you?
So many actually have a hard time meditating. It's a learned skill, and not everyone can access it. The truth is, many feel like they are broken because they can't do it. They are missing out on something people swear by and are left out of a cultural movement.
Do you feel that way?
This conversation presents another option. The key isn't meditation. Rather, it's about finding the opportunity to train to be present, learning calm, and being focused on what is in front of you.
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Today we are with Lincoln Hoppe. Crazy fact, he is actually related to Abraham Lincoln and was named after him.
Lincoln is a film actor in Los Angles and is the lead in a feature called Witnesses that hit theaters on June 4th. It was top 10 for box office sales and made it up to the top 6. It was the #1 faith-based film.
He is also a produced feature screenwriter and multi-award winner audiobook narrator and voice actor. And, if not enough, is an acting and improvisation teacher at Playhouse west and Meisner school in North Hollywood.
He is passionate about improvisation. He believes strongly that improv is not just for improv shows and auditions, but it's healthy for the brain, as it skyrockets skills of creativity, spontaneity, and confidence.
He has a complete video on demand course called improv wizards…
He loves to hike, play stringed instruments such as Guitar, mandolin, bass, dulcimer, Bouziki… loves board games, and dungeons and dragons.
Oh, and he has 5 kids.
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Topics we discuss:
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- Learning to take a breath
- Improv as a value to life
- Play
- Listening
- Creativity and presence
- Online Improv courses and their value
- Being an adult at play
- How he found his path to Acting
- The story of how he found Improv
- The community of Improv and non-judgment
References:
- Lincoln's Website
- @lincolnhoppe
- Facebook - Lincoln Actor
- Their Online Course - Improv Wizards
- Wayne Brady and Marc Rebillet - YouTube collaboration
- The Last Good War - Student Film
- Saints and Soldiers, Airborne Creed - Film
- Witnesses
- Martin Harris – Played by Lincoln in Witnesses
Credits:
Music:
Main Theme: "Eaze Does It" by Shye Eaze and DJ Rufbeats, a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.
All music created by DJ Rufbeats
Thursday Sep 02, 2021
Thursday Sep 02, 2021
What stands in your way of feeling accomplished?
Is it your habits or behaviors?
Our guest Melissa Stecher is a mom, owner, creator, and a master of taking control of her life. She's walked the long road of changing habits, behaviors, and her mindset to bring hope into her life. Her inspiring conversation provides hope to others that they to can do the same.
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Today we are with Melissa Stecher. She is the owner & creator of Hopeful Simplicity. In 2017 she reached her snapping point. As a mom, full-time employee, co-parent, blending families, some personal health issues and still being asked all those 'at-home' questions like 'what's for dinner?' she broke.
She was angry and tired all the time and knew that wasn't the person she wanted to be. This is when
she started swapping. Swapping bad habits for better ones, like making her bed each
morning just to feel like she was accomplishing something each day.
They swapped harsh chemical products for natural options and the whole home team started cleaning. They even swapped unsuccessful organizing systems for compromised successes. In 2018 she took a leap of faith in herself and got certified as a professional organizer. Now, not only does she get to save time, save money and live less stressed but she gets to help others find Hope in their chaos & clutter.
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Topics we discuss:
- Just shutting up
- What it means to pull too hard-to-get information
- Introversion and extroversion
- Collaborating with different personalities
- Managing energy when working with others
- Being a Nerd
- Gender Roles within Family
- Making a collaborative household of responsibility
References:
- Chris Evans - Body Image issues
- Reference to Ashwin's Episode
- Gen Con
- Harley Quinn
- Funko Pops
- Hopeful Simplicity
Credits:
Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes
Music:
Main Theme: "Eaze Does It" by Shye Eaze and DJ Rufbeats, a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.
All music created by DJ Rufbeats
Thursday Aug 26, 2021
Thursday Aug 26, 2021
What stands in your way of feeling accomplished?
Is it your habits or behaviors?
Our guest Melissa Stecher is a mom, owner, creator, and a master of taking control of her life. She's walked the long road of changing habits, behaviors, and her mindset to bring hope into her life. Her inspiring conversation provides hope to others that they to can do the same.
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Today we are with Melissa Stecher. She is the owner & creator of Hopeful Simplicity. In 2017 she reached her snapping point. As a mom, full-time employee, co-parent, blending families, some personal health issues and still being asked all those 'at-home' questions like 'what's for dinner?' she broke.
She was angry and tired all the time and knew that wasn't the person she wanted to be. This is when
she started swapping. Swapping bad habits for better ones, like making her bed each
morning just to feel like she was accomplishing something each day.
They swapped harsh chemical products for natural options and the whole home team started cleaning. They even swapped unsuccessful organizing systems for compromised successes. In 2018 she took a leap of faith in herself and got certified as a professional organizer. Now, not only does she get to save time, save money and live less stressed but she gets to help others find Hope in their chaos & clutter.
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Topics we discuss:
- Just shutting up
- What it means to pull too hard-to-get information
- Introversion and extroversion
- Collaborating with different personalities
- Managing energy when working with others
- Being a Nerd
- Gender Roles within Family
- Making a collaborative household of responsibility
References:
- Chris Hemsworth
- Chris Evans - Body Image issues
- Reference to Ashwin's Episode
- Gen Con
- Harley Quinn
- Funko Pops
- Hopeful Simplicity
Credits:
Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes
Music:
Main Theme: "Eaze Does It" by Shye Eaze and DJ Rufbeats, a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.
All music created by DJ Rufbeats
Saturday Aug 21, 2021
Saturday Aug 21, 2021
What is culture? Do you think we have a common, national culture?
It’s complicated…
Culture is an amalgamation of ideas, histories, life experiences and many other things. Every culture has subcultures, and the more connected we become the more culture becomes dispersed.
This is a challenge for many as we look to define what our common culture is and could be.
In this conversation with Ashwin, we talk deeply about what that looks like. And we dig in on some ideas that could easily be chalked up to biases and prejudices. But, with listening and deep questioning, we really understand where the ideas come from.
Not just base them on the comments made.
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Today we are with Ashwin Chacko. Ashwin is a multi-disciplined illustrator, designer & hand-letterer, working and living in Dublin. He develops and designs conceptual illustrations for advertising campaigns, products, packaging, editorials, children’s books and one off commissions from around the world.
He has published 3 books, "Little Optimist", "Keep At It", and the Children's book "What wondrous Shapes We Are".
His style is influenced by contemporary culture and is rooted in his love for music, comics, tattoos and street art. He loves telling stories, and is interested in uncovering the social interactions that drive culture.
He seeks to capture these moments in bold lines & shapes. His compositions focuses on a strong use of characters intermingled with typography and patterns. He aims to help brands bring people together through the stories embedded in his illustrations.
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Topics we discuss:
- Listening and Asking questions as key to navigating conversation
- Culture and what shapes culture
- Current cultural norms and changes
- Representation in the arts
- Telling Stories
- Making choices
References:
Credits:
Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes
Music:
Main Theme: "Eaze Does It" by Shye Eaze and DJ Rufbeats, a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.
All music created by DJ Rufbeats
Thursday Aug 19, 2021
Thursday Aug 19, 2021
What is culture? Do you think we have a common, national culture?
It’s complicated…
Culture is an amalgamation of ideas, histories, life experiences and many other things. Every culture has subcultures, and the more connected we become the more culture becomes dispersed.
This is a challenge for many as we look to define what our common culture is and could be.
In this conversation with Ashwin, we talk deeply about what that looks like. And we dig in on some ideas that could easily be chalked up to biases and prejudices. But, with listening and deep questioning, we really understand where the ideas come from.
Not just base them on the comments made.
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Today we are with Ashwin Chacko. Ashwin is a multi-disciplined illustrator, designer & hand-letterer, working and living in Dublin. He develops and designs conceptual illustrations for advertising campaigns, products, packaging, editorials, children’s books and one off commissions from around the world.
He has published 3 books, "Little Optimist", "Keep At It", and the Children's book "What wondrous Shapes We Are".
His style is influenced by contemporary culture and is rooted in his love for music, comics, tattoos and street art. He loves telling stories, and is interested in uncovering the social interactions that drive culture.
He seeks to capture these moments in bold lines & shapes. His compositions focuses on a strong use of characters intermingled with typography and patterns. He aims to help brands bring people together through the stories embedded in his illustrations.
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Topics we discuss:
- Listening and Asking questions as key to navigating conversation
- Culture and what shapes culture
- Current cultural norms and changes
- Representation in the arts
- Telling Stories
- Making choices
References:
Credits:
Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes
Music:
Main Theme: "Eaze Does It" by Shye Eaze and DJ Rufbeats, a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.
All music created by DJ Rufbeats
Saturday Aug 14, 2021
Saturday Aug 14, 2021
“My goal is not to feel like a good person, my goal is to make sure they're okay right now.” - Natalie Christensen
The power of investing in yourself and your identity is truly powerful.
But do you know how powerful it can be?
Our guest Natalie Christensen demonstrates this power in her chosen domain of film. As a film creator she reimagines ways in which she can implement characters of diversity not typical of their common stereotyped characters. But rather give them a role that redefines the way we previously viewed them. As a woman of mixed ethnicity, Natalie demonstrates the power of identity through her compassion and desire to share her love of film. As for the wider audience, the call for change and creativity to be brought in the world is something that calls for a listen.
Today we are with Natalie Christensen. Natalie is a second-year film production student in the School of Film and Television at Loyola Marymount University.
Her films and screenplays have won and been selected in festivals and screenplay competitions across the United States.
Along with her film, she has been a pianist for fourteen years, and produces music scores as well as solo work. In 2020 she released her sophomore album "Accidental Wine" under the artist name Renaissance Woman.
She is also an activist who organized and created a protest group in 2020 called Henrico Justice in her county in Virginia, which held three successful protests until she returned to school. More recently, she planned a Black-Asian Solidarity March in Los Angeles and formed an API Student Coalition at her university.
Her art focuses around pressing issues in the world today, and stories she believes can change the world for the better.
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Topics we discuss:
- Compassion
- Defining difficult conversations
- "Making others feel a certain way"
- Emotional IQ
- Directing
- Being a leader and being vulnerable
- Vulnerability
- Racism…not just teaching white people
- Mixed Race
- Internalized Racism
- Her experience with racism
- Dynamics of API and the monolith of API
References:
Thursday Aug 12, 2021
Thursday Aug 12, 2021
“My goal is not to feel like a good person, my goal is to make sure they're okay right now.” - Natalie Christensen
The power of investing in yourself and your identity is truly powerful.
But do you know how powerful it can be?
Our guest Natalie Christensen demonstrates this power in her chosen domain of film. As a film creator she reimagines ways in which she can implement characters of diversity not typical of their common stereotyped characters. But rather give them a role that redefines the way we previously viewed them. As a woman of mixed ethnicity, Natalie demonstrates the power of identity through her compassion and desire to share her love of film. As for the wider audience, the call for change and creativity to be brought in the world is something that calls for a listen.
Today we are with Natalie Christensen. Natalie is a second-year film production student in the School of Film and Television at Loyola Marymount University.
Her films and screenplays have won and been selected in festivals and screenplay competitions across the United States.
Along with her film, she has been a pianist for fourteen years, and produces music scores as well as solo work. In 2020 she released her sophomore album "Accidental Wine" under the artist name Renaissance Woman.
She is also an activist who organized and created a protest group in 2020 called Henrico Justice in her county in Virginia, which held three successful protests until she returned to school. More recently, she planned a Black-Asian Solidarity March in Los Angeles and formed an API Student Coalition at her university.
Her art focuses around pressing issues in the world today, and stories she believes can change the world for the better.
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Topics we discuss:
- Compassion
- Defining difficult conversations
- "Making others feel a certain way"
- Emotional IQ
- Directing
- Being a leader and being vulnerable
- Vulnerability
- Racism…not just teaching white people
- Mixed Race
- Internalized Racism
- Her experience with racism
- Dynamics of API and the monolith of API
References:
Saturday Aug 07, 2021
Saturday Aug 07, 2021
“No wonder I felt awful, because I was saying awful things to myself” - Yvonne Marchese
What helps you answer and explore the question, who are you?
Answers will vary.
At the most simplistic level, responses to this question can be found in aspects of our life such as passions and self-reflection.
In addition, this question can be reflected in how we respond and treat others, or better yet how we treat ourselves.
Since August is dedicated to the pursuit of happiness, a conversation of becoming one with yourself couldn’t be better timing.
How you can learn to answer the question of who we are, introduces our guest this week, Yvonne Marchese. She joins us in conversation to share her life journey and passions with us. She removes the boundaries placed on her, by her ability to be one with herself which she has found to make the presence of a new day and the present an exciting journey.
Yvonne Marchese is the host of the Late Bloomer Living Podcast, a professional photographer, mom, wife and serial pivoter.
She grew up in El Paso, Texas. In her twenties she sold everything she owned to follow a lifelong dream... moving to New York City where she worked as an actress for 10 years.
She now lives in Norwalk, CT, telling people's stories with her camera and a microphone. Yvonne is of the opinion that stories can change lives… maybe not in an instant, but in laying the seeds of possibility. She's someone who works every day to embrace big, scary, beautiful change and believes it’s never too late to pursue a dream.
It's that belief that led her to start a photography business in her 40s and a podcast in her 50s. She is on a mission to redefine society's ideas on aging and exploring how to live a life by design.
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Topics we discuss:
- Staying curious
- My reaction to situations.
- Focusing on yourself
- Ask about experience not opinion
- Negative self-talk
- Negative self-talk is a bad habit.
- You learn to place limits on yourself.
- Mediating and exercises
- 30-day experiment
- Getting energy from telling stories
- Helped create excitement in her life.
- The limit is yourself
- Found peace in mediation and exercise.
- How we determine the outcome of our life.
- Learning to love the process.
- Raising kids
- Independence takes over.
- The joy they provide.
- How perspectives change.
References:
- Mel Robbins Book (5 second rule)
- Simone Knego's Episode
- Psychology of Belief (Book)
- Plotzing - Definition
- Podcast: The Longest Shortest time
Credits:
Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes
Music:
Main Theme: "Eaze Does It" by Shye Eaze and DJ Rufbeats, a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.
All music created by DJ Rufbeats