7 episodes

Ryan Kotob catches up with friends and individuals who have made a name for themselves and overcame obstacles to reach their level of achievement. Everyone has a story and we’re here to tell it!

Your Passion Your Passion

    • Business

Ryan Kotob catches up with friends and individuals who have made a name for themselves and overcame obstacles to reach their level of achievement. Everyone has a story and we’re here to tell it!

    MICHAEL CANNAVO |Co-founder of Super73

    MICHAEL CANNAVO |Co-founder of Super73

    Michael Cannavo, Co-Founder of Super73 growing up in Orange County he found himself ready to graduate high school and join the Air Force, but things took a turn when things didn't pan out, but they lead to more excellent pastures. After finding out about the bad news of the Air force denial, Michael was defeated and started getting into the routine of regularly playing video games and working at Costco. At Costco, he felt the feeling that he could be doing more, and the event of him touching a live wire and having a full circuit of energy flow through his body kicked started the journey that would lead him to Super73. After quitting his job at Costco, Michael became a wedding videographer. Doing that for many years, he built his own wedding videography business at the end, having an empire and being the premier wedding videographer in all of OC. Michael made many connections in the business, but it never gave him a sense of fulfillment. So he went on to join an OC startup where they were building these scooters which could hold industrial equipment. Long story short, it was ahead of its time. But one weekend, Michaels's co-worker AP Wong built an electric scooter with beefy bike tires, and Michael filmed a video of it. They then had the idea of putting it on Kick Starter, where they raised 20,000 Dollars. With that Kick Starter momentum, they started getting noticed by influencers.
    One of the famous influencers that supported Super73 in the beginning was Andy Millanokis. He praised the bike and asked him to bring a bike up for him and his friend Jesse Wellins. Jesse Wellens relationship was perfect from the beginning because he understood the brand and the goals of it. This understanding led to a collaboration between Jesse's brand Rose Ave and Super73, where they made a Rose Ave bike, and it sold like hotcakes. From there, it led to Casey Niestat wanting a bike. But Michel knew it wasn't ready yet, so he held off for a year to make sure that the bikes were reliable. A year later, it was ready, so he gave a bike to Casey, and he reviewed it, and it garnered much attention. Michael and Casey and Jesse make many creative videos, the highlight being the speeder bike video in NYC. From here, Michael made custom bikes for artists and people that he admired. Like the story of the 24Karot Gold bike for Post Malone where he went out to Coachella on a whim and got the bike for him. Before Michael got the bike to him, the bike toured around at many VIP parties and even led him to hang out with Snoop Dog. He made bikes for legends like Sway Lee, Jesse Wellens, Snoop Dog, Casey Niestat, Rahul Kohli, Post Malone, Will Smith, and many more! Michael has been able to make a phenomenal community around the bikes. Michael's favorite part is being community rides. Recently the company held time trials at Motoranch racing the bikes on a dirt course.
    We also can't forget Michaels's Passion for Star Wars and how he got involved with the 501st. One day he decided to go to a Star Wars event where he brought a clone wars helmet, and someone asked him if he was part of the 501st. They are a community of people who go around sharing the love of Star Wars while doing philanthropic work in their personalized clone wars suits. Michael said no to the person, but that sprouted the opportunity to be part of a group that shared a like-minded love for Star Wars culture. All in all, we're excited to see what the future holds for Super73.

    • 1 hr 28 min
    ADAM SNOW EP.6| Music Producer for Gucci Mane,Tory Lanez,Freddie Gibbs, Famous Dex

    ADAM SNOW EP.6| Music Producer for Gucci Mane,Tory Lanez,Freddie Gibbs, Famous Dex

    From Washington, DC to Denver, CO, too Los Angeles, CA Adam's journey has taken him all over the country he started off as a DJ in college. He eventually signed with the Souls in Action Collective and played shows as a DJ all over Denver. The highlight of his DJ career was opening up for The Chain Smokers in the Beta Night Club. He then ventured into production where he made tracks for Freddie Gibbs, Gucci Mane, Tory Lanez, OMB Peezy, Famous Dex, Josh Alias, Teddy Andreas, and many more! He has recently made hit after hit with the duo of him, Josh Alias, and Freddie Gibbs, and recently put out a song with Tory Lanez called "After Party Freestyle". His album "A Place in the sun" is coming out soon! Adam has been featured on Hypebeast, Hot New Hip Hop, Lyrical Lemonade, and CLTR. Adam has consistently made hit after hit and were excited to see what the future holds for him!
    Adam Answers question like,
    What was it like opening up for The Chain Smokers?
    How did you get Gucci Mane on your song?
    How do you prepare for a Beat Battle?
    What advice would you give producers on how to navigate the music industry?
    What Advice/Life Tips would you give to a music producer?

    • 56 min
    PAT SCHNEIDER EP.5 | Content Creator

    PAT SCHNEIDER EP.5 | Content Creator

    Pat Schneider grew up in Florida where he found his passion for photography. He made a commitment to his craft and went out for photo shoots with friends and models after school to improve his craft. He then got the opportunity to work with Marco The Champion who called Pat and asked if he would be open to working as a content creator for him? Pat answered yes and the rest is history. He then went on to gain professional insight into content creation which allowed him to help Marco create unique content. That Provided him the opportunity to be a content creator for Dr.Fabi, Karlton Dennis, Charlie Rocket, music artists, and many small businesses. He is also the CEO of Legendary Media which is a media company that helps capture and make content for influencers. Pat knows how to provide content and exceed expectations every time! 

    Pat answers questions like...

    How do I network with celebrities, entrepreneurs, and business owners?



    How do you not let your ego get in the way?



    How do I start making amazing content?



    How do you define success?



    What gear should we use to get started?



    How do you provide genuine value to clients as content creators?



    What are S.M.A.R.T Goals?



    How do I set S.M.A.R.T Goals?



    How do you deal with self-doubt?

    • 45 min
    Anthony Villanueva EP. 4 | Nutrition Expert, and Strength & Conditioning Specialist

    Anthony Villanueva EP. 4 | Nutrition Expert, and Strength & Conditioning Specialist

    This week we wanted to share Anthony Villanueva's story! Anthony is a nutrition expert , and strength & conditioning specialist. Anthony shares his first gym experience where he did his first hang power snatch and he tore his labrum. Anthony decided  to attend CSUF where he studied business. He would later go onto change majors and embrace his true passion for Kinesiology. Anthony provides us with the truth on many nutritional myths and educates us on how to eat in proper portions. Anthony also tells us about how crucial his mentors were in him scaling his business.Anthony shares what separates himself from other trainers/nutritionists.
    Anthony answers questions like
    Why do celebrities endorse selling supplements?
    Is there any evidence we should be eating for a specific body type?
    How do I portion what I eat?
    Why should I look for a trainer to help me on my fitness journey?
    How did you scale your business?
    What is carb? What is fat? What is a protein?
    Why do celebrities, trainers, and fitness influencers sell supplements?

    • 59 min
    HASSAN KHAFFAF EP. 3 | Producer for Kanye West/Rapper

    HASSAN KHAFFAF EP. 3 | Producer for Kanye West/Rapper

    For our comeback episode we bring you legendary music producer,rapper,and visionary Hassan Khaffaf.
    Hassan shares his story of how he went from a normal kid in Florida. To a legendary producer working with,Kid Cudi,Kanye West, Teyana Taylor,Logic and many more greats in the industry.
    We learn the back story of how Hasssan went from interning with Nick Cannon to being mentored by Malik Yusef to working in Kanye’s camp. While Hassan was in Kanye’s camp he got to witness the creative process and produce on Kanye’s album The Life of Pablo and Yeezus.
    Hassan point’s out how Kanye was able to take specialist in each field or aspect of music and bring then together to make a album.
    He also reflected on his love for Stanley Kubrick films. And his own creative endeavors with music. He also provides insight into a industry that’s so popular yet no well spoken about in detail.
    Hassan answers questions like ...
    What’s was it like to meet Kanye for the first time?
    What’s is Kanye’s creative process?
    What’s advice do you have to artists?
    Why empathy is so critical?
    How do you get signed by Dame Dash?
    How did you get the opportunity to work with Kid cudi,Logic,and Teyana Taylor?

    • 2 hrs 5 min
    Joe Melendrez EP. 2

    Joe Melendrez EP. 2

    In Episode 2 we interview and get to know the story of Joe Melendrez and where God has taken him! He is a Catholic Rapper,speaker,and worship leader and he is here to tell him story!

    • 1 hr 5 min

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