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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 Nov 04, 2021
Thursday Nov 04, 2021
In life, there are significant moments that change the direction we go. There are also big moments we choose not to take for fear of the unknown and the amount of change all at once.
Many people say it is these moments that are necessary to pursue what you want out of life. And, there is some truth to that.
However, there are so many opportunities to take small steps toward what you want. Little pivots that add up over time show what you can make that big moment easier.
This perspective is shared fervently by Elizabeth Miles. Her platform, Power to Pivot, helps us take those little pivots and appreciate the value that gives us on our path to the lives we want to live.
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Elizabeth A. Miles is an author, a certified life and business coach, a podcaster, and an entrepreneur. As the founder of March Forth Media Company, she is on a mission to help creatives find their unique style and voice and share their message with the world. Elizabeth is committed to assisting others to gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to build a brand and business (and life) they love.
Elizabeth is the author of This Is Where You Pivot: The Shift from Fear to Freedom, The Journey to Healing: Love, Yourself, and Connect You: A Guide to Your Authentic Life. She is also the host of The Power to Pivot Podcast (available on Anchor, Apple, Spotify, and Amazon), where she interviews others who have chosen Pivot in their lives. Her blog features other creatives trying to spread their story and offers tools, tips, and resources for marketing and brand development.
Elizabeth is a Philadelphia native who loves baking and cooking, music, and spending time in nature.
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Topics we discuss:
- Understanding boundaries
- Taking small pivots vs. big leaps
- Proving yourself you can make the change
- When to make big leaps
- How she learned to Pivot
- What is being an overnight success?
- Overnight stardom
- What is success?
References:
- Big (The Movie)
- Funko Pops
- Power to Pivot
- Friends - Pivot segment
Credits:
Music:
Central Theme: "Eaze Does It" by Shye Eaze and DJ Rufbeats, a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.
All music created by DJ Rufbeats
Thursday Oct 28, 2021
Thursday Oct 28, 2021
When we pursue passions, especially in a group, a decision needs to be made that the pursuit of the thing will be a way to make money.
Making sure everyone is aligned to the goal while still maintaining the love for the thing is a challenge many people face. How do we do this without selling ourselves out?
Banana Chant has an amazing outlook on this balance, and as a group, they find that balance seamlessly. It's not easy, but they talk about it openly in an effort to make sure that it is the thing that drives them, not the money.
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Today is a More In Common first…a full band…Banana Chant. They are an up-and-coming Alternative Rock Band located in Miami, Florida. With influences such as The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Young The Giant, Jimi Hendrix, and The Beatles, Banana Chant's music is deeply rooted in an authentic appreciation for good old-fashioned rock and roll.
A 4 piece band made up of Gilexson (Singer/Songwriter), Tanis Perez (Guitarist), Vanessa Faith (Bassist), and Doof (Drummer), Banana Chant strives to make music that they personally like to hear. It is not for monetary gain but for the love of music that keeps Banana Chant going. They have one EP released, "The Balloon Room," and an album, "Paying off Student Loans," which was released on March 20, 2021.
Their most recent video, "Floating," is the bands' self-proclaimed magnum opus. A song about isolation and addition, providing a haunting ghostlike quality with relaxed drums and a colorful bassline. The chorus is euphoric as Gilexson's falsetto and Vanessa's harmonies drift directly into your heart.
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Topics we discuss:
- Balancing monetary goals and the purity of the music
- Understanding roles and strengths in a group
- Division of labor
- Their process of music creation
- Breaking news from Vanessa
- What 'Can't Believe' means from Gio himself
References:
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 Oct 21, 2021
Thursday Oct 21, 2021
We all work with people with who we don't always see eye to eye. Sometimes it's our closest relationships that challenge us the most. Put those two together, and it can be a challenge to accomplish what you set out to.
Banana Chant embodies the struggles and the way to resolve those struggles in order to accomplish the common goal.
A group that produces amazing music has to navigate the nuances of relationships, responsibilities, and the dynamics of a team environment.
Banana Chant gracefully navigates those challenges and tells us about it in Part 1 of this conversation.
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Today is a More In Common first…a full band…Banana Chant. They are an up-and-coming Alternative Rock Band located in Miami, Florida. With influences such as The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Young The Giant, Jimi Hendrix, and The Beatles, Banana Chant's music is deeply rooted in an authentic appreciation for good old-fashioned rock and roll.
A 4 piece band made up of Gilexson (Singer/Songwriter), Tanis Perez (Guitarist), Vanessa Faith (Bassist), and Doof (Drummer), Banana Chant strives to make music that they personally like to hear. It is not for monetary gain but for the love of music that keeps Banana Chant going. They have one EP released, "The Balloon Room," and an album, "Paying off Student Loans," which was released on March 20, 2021.
Their most recent video, "Floating," is the bands' self-proclaimed magnum opus. A song about isolation and addition, providing a haunting ghostlike quality with relaxed drums and a colorful bassline. The chorus is euphoric as Gilexson's falsetto, and Vanessa's harmonies drift directly into your heart.
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Topics we discuss:
- Understanding the goals of a Conversation
- Managing emotions
- Listening as a mode of creation
- Managing the differences within the band
- Individual vs. band goals
- Finding the balance with Band and other priorities
- Managing Resent
- Their Origin story and what keeps them together
References:
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 Oct 14, 2021
Thursday Oct 14, 2021
So many things try to dictate how we act. It's easy to follow when we don't know who we really are.
In Part 2 of this conversation with Jessica, we really get into what it looks like to navigate acting most aligned to who you are and not what you are told.
The navigation of self within the social structures of our social ecosystems is a balance many do not achieve. Jessica gets into what this looks like for her as she is an example of what is truly possible to live a happy life.
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Today we are with Jessica Frew, co-host of the "Husband in Law" Podcast. A podcast for those who are open-minded enough to let go of the religious and social norms they have been taught we should all fit into.
Steve, Jessica, and Matt walk through the science of making a relationship successful. Steve and Jessica were happily married for seven years until Steve came out as being gay, which inevitably ended in divorce. Now, Matt and Jessica have been happily married for six years.
Matt, Jessica, and Steve have a relationship that, by most standards, would be considered atypical.
Sharing stories of love, marriage, children, divorce, the struggles of religious norms, homosexuality, and trying to be our best selves, this podcast holds nothing back and shares what most people are scared to talk about.
Jessica is really passionate about Living a BOLD life and how it not only impacts us personally but also in the way we show up in our relationships.
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Topics we discuss:
- Managing judgement
- Being divorced in the Mormon Church
- Accepting her ex husband
- Accepting a "Different" life
- Religious identity
- What being Mormon means to her
- Loving and not loving it at the same time
- Questioning
- Her journey of self-discovery
- Journaling
- Helping others on their journey
- Parenting her child to be herself
References:
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 Oct 07, 2021
Thursday Oct 07, 2021
Life can be complex, with so many different influences on how we see ourselves. Our identity is wrapped up in so many things that we can easily lose sight of who we really are.
Jessica is a shining example of understanding yourself. She carries many labels. Those labels could easily cause her to act in a way that is expected by others.
Yet, it doesn't change who she is. She wears her labels with pride and still is able to maintain grace and acceptance of others.
Her compassion emanates from her, and her ability to be who she is with confidence gives her the greatest opportunity to leave a positive impact on this world.
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Today we are with Jessica Frew, co-host of the "Husband in Law" Podcast. A podcast for those who are open-minded enough to let go of the religious and social norms they have been taught we should all fit into.
Steve, Jessica, and Matt walk through the science of making a relationship successful. Steve and Jessica were happily married for seven years until Steve came out as being gay, which inevitably ended in divorce. Now, Matt and Jessica have been happily married for six years.
Matt, Jessica, and Steve have a relationship that, by most standards, would be considered atypical.
Sharing stories of love, marriage, children, divorce, the struggles of religious norms, homosexuality, and trying to be our best selves, this podcast holds nothing back and shares what most people are scared to talk about.
Jessica is really passionate about Living a BOLD life and how it not only impacts us personally but also in the way we show up in our relationships.
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Topics we discuss:
- Planning out difficult conversations
- Exploring the emotions
- Holding more than one emotions
- Taking space and time
- Living a bold life
- Doing what feels right to you
- Showing up as yourself
- Setting personal boundaries
References:
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 30, 2021
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Our perspective is dramatically shaped by our personal experiences. Hearing how other people perceive based on their lived experience is a great way to expand your perspective.
In America, we see change as slow and rarely accomplished. However, when you talk to someone from another country, their perspective of slowness is very different because it truly does take a lifetime for change to occur.
Carlos provides a great perspective on cultural change in this part of the conversation. Maybe it will help you see a different point of view.
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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:
- Machismo and his mindset about it
- Speed of cultural change
- U.S. vs Dominican
- The influence of his art on others
- Vulnerability
- Falling in love
- Transforming who he is
- Trusting yourself and what is
- Reluctance moving to New York
- Music as his future
- The story behind LoneLez
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 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