Extraordinary Ordinary People

Andy Kushner
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In intimate conversions, Andy Kushner shows you the extraordinary in the ordinary, and the ordinary struggles that even the extraordinary experience. EOP gets to the heart of the matter with interesting people that we rarely get a chance to talk with.

  1. 03/05/2025

    Renée Loux: Building Work Around Life on Maui, Sustainable Living, and the Benefits of Tree Resin

    Renée Loux has been a leader in the plant-based food movement and natural product sector for over 25 years. As a chef, author, restaurateur, natural products entrepreneur, culinary nutrition expert and educator, program and curricula developer, TV host, journalist, consultant, and researcher, she has been a leading expert in the fields with multi-media communication to a wide and diverse audience. Social Media: @mamaloux Websites: mamaloux.com and www.reneeloux.com

    48 min

  2. 12/12/2024

    Jeremiah Tittle: Life of a Digital Nomad

    Jeremiah Tittle is what we would call a "Digital Nomad." Its definition, on the web, is "A person who earns a living working online in various locations of their choosing rather than a fixed business location." JT, as he likes to be called, is the Founder & CEO of Next Chapter Podcasts, an award winning podcast production company producing The 500 with Josh Adam Meyers, The Ten News and a Shakespeare series called Play On Podcasts. Before launching Next Chapter in 2018, Tittle worked for the BBC, iHeart and SiriusXM Radio as a talk show producer and on-air talent. He is also now a radio deejay in Ibiza, Spain co-hosting 'THRIVE with Ton Ton' and airing on Maui, his radio show is called 'Butter Up." Links: www.nextchapterpodcasts.com @ncpodcasts on all platforms @itmejt on Instagram

    33 min

  3. 03/08/2024

    Joey Scalgione/Jammin' On Maui: Tie Dye, Music, and the Grateful Dead!

    I met Joey Scalgione, on a recent month-long trip to Maui, when I discovered his amazing and elaborate tie dye clothing store in the small town of Paia. I also discovered that, every Friday night, Joey produces a "live" concert featuring various artists and bands on the island. The shocker was how much the funk/rock band I saw, Three To 5, blew me away! I ended up meeting Joey and hearing just a piece of his life story was yet another shocker! From being born deaf to his early involvement with music to his journey with the Grateful Dead and Ken Kesey and to his tie dye clothing store in Maui called Jammin' On Maui, we've just touched the surface… https://www.instagram.com/jamminonmaui/ https://aquadelics.com/

    51 min

  4. 03/01/2024

    Jamie Lawrence: Singing In Maui

    I've spent several month-long trips in Maui and have had the opportunity to hear numerous performances and discovered that Maui is full of amazing musicians! I was fortunate to be somewhere, one night, where this guy was introduced to play guitar and sing. I was stunned when I heard his voice for the first time. I'm a great fan of singers who sing naturally, and with a pure tone, andJamie Lawrence became one of my favorite singers to listen to. Toward the end of the interview, at 23:13, Jamie performs for the show.  Facebook: MauiJamie Youtube: At home with Jamie Lawrence Website: https://www.tropicalmauiweddings.com/jamie-lawrence/

    29 min

  5. 03/16/2023

    Michelle Trent: Scuba Diving Listening to Your Heart and Following Your Dreams

    http://destinationdivingmaui.com destinationdiving@gmail.com This is a great story about someone following their heart and making their dreams come true. We're talking about today's guest, Michelle Trent, whom I met when I needed to hire a scuba diving guide during a recent trip in Maui. Soon after meeting, I knew I had to have Michelle on the show. Hers is a real inspiring story!

    37 min

  6. 03/08/2023

    Reverend Bodhi Be: Conscious Aging, Dying, and Death

    "Showing Up For Death, Nourishing Life" Doorway Into Light is Hawaii's only nonprofit & certified green Funeral Home, serving the island of Maui since 2012. ‍They provide counseling, family support, pre-planning services and local & global programs and trainings.   Their funeral home is re-inventing and transforming the 'business of dying' and returning it to sacred service. They provide options for end-of-life care that are holistic, sustainable, community and family based and spiritually inclusive.   Founded by Reverend Bodhi Be, his wife Leila Be along with Ram Dass, their idea includes working with families and professionals to engage in advocacy and educational programs on conscious aging, dying and death.    Since 2006, Doorway Into Light has been presenting educational programs and trainings in Hawaii, for families and professionals in the field, as well as actively engaged in direct, volunteer support of dying people, their families, their care-givers and those grieving. http://Doorwayintolight.org https://www.facebook.com/Thedeathstore  bodhi@doorwayintolight.org

    51 min

  7. 07/19/2019

    Brett Culp: Obstacle Or Opportunity

    What does leadership mean to you? Leadership has many meanings, and everyone may have their own perspective on it. Today's guest, Brett Culp,  has a wonderful point of view on leadership and has built an amazing foundation for his life. He also discusses his philosophy on dealing with obstacles, disappointment, fear, and why and how he maintains such a positive attitude in the face of life's struggles.  Brett had a very successful career as a videographer in the lux wedding market, for ten years,  until the recession of 2008 forced him to pivot. Now a filmmaker and keynote speaker, Brett Culp films is based out of Tampa FL.  He also is an author, and produces short films such as "How to stay positive when the world feels negative." Brett has 3 main key elements he has come up with to live by, do great work, show it to lots of people, and be really nice. Join us today as we learn that people love to work with people they like. Show Highlights: How Brett built his foundation When Brett became passionate about film How Brett transitioned into a film career Having a large goal, and breaking it into smaller and achievable goals  3 key elements Brett came up with to foster success The story behind Brett transitioning his career Brett's first documentary he filmed Not having to spend money on marketing Brett's perspective on leadership and what it means to him Challenges weddings had and letting go of stress Mindfulness and why it is so important Brett is more of a flow person verse an intention person Being more comfortable with the mysteries of your life Going through cycles to transform into who you are today Resources: Brett Culp Website Facebook and Instagram: brettculpfilms Twitter: brettculp Overview of Brett's work/career - https://vimeo.com/289128900 Clip from one of Brett's keynotes - https://vimeo.com/278802855 Trailer for Brett's new film, Look to the Sky: https://vimeo.com/risinghero/supermanisreal

    46 min

  8. 01/02/2019

    Dave Russell: Grammy Award-Winning Recording Engineer

    When we're working towards a new goal, one question we hear is "how bad do you want it?" What are you willing to do to succeed? How hard are you willing to work.    Sometimes, our goals and dreams are just fun words that sound nice rolling off the tongue, yet have nothing to back them up. This is not the case with Dave Russell. Dave went from sweeping floors at a music studio to becoming a multi-Grammy Award Winning Recording Engineer. Join us today as Dave shares his experience of working in the music industry and advice he has to offer.    Show Highlights How Dave literally worked from the bottom up What artists look for when creating new records Working on Steely Dan's record, "Two Against Nature," winning Dave multiple Grammys. The reason Dave quit playing guitar  Working with Walter Becker, Willie Nelson, George Benson, Michael McDonald, Dan Folgelberg and more. The relationship between Recording Engineer and Producer The most memorable albums Dave's worked on over the years The problem he has with mixing Digital versus Analog Resources: Dave's Website

    1h 2m
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In intimate conversions, Andy Kushner shows you the extraordinary in the ordinary, and the ordinary struggles that even the extraordinary experience. EOP gets to the heart of the matter with interesting people that we rarely get a chance to talk with.

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  • Creator
    Andy Kushner
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    69
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Kushner Entertainment 2021.
  • Show Website
    Extraordinary Ordinary People