The Garden

Drew Korf
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Conversations about finding your calling and building a life around pursuing it.

  1. #41: Building Yourself Instead of Finding Yourself | James Chapman

    1D AGO

    #41: Building Yourself Instead of Finding Yourself | James Chapman

    James Chapman is a writer, photographer, traveler, and the founder of Black Coffee Roasting Co. In today’s episode, we traveled to Missoula, MT and got to have a wide-ranging conversation about creative pursuits, storytelling, and building yourself. Key Insights and Highlights: Turning Pro with your creative pursuitThe impetus of Black Coffee Roasting Co.Leaving stability behindStories from behind the scenes of the coffee worldCan multiple creative ventures feed off of each other?Building yourself over finding yourself Spending the day with James felt like it made my life tangibly better, and I’m absolutely thrilled to share a couple of hours of the conversations we had with you today. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Thanks for listening! Be Where Your Feet Are, Drew Follow James: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawsonatlas/  Substack: https://lawsonchapman.substack.com/  Follow Black Coffee Roasting: Website: https://www.blackcoffeeroastingco.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackcoffee.mt/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlackCoffeeRoastingCo/  Follow The Garden Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pressedforpresence/⁠⁠ TikTok:⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@pressedforpresence⁠⁠ Follow Drew Korf: Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewkorf/⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@drew.korf Show Chapters: 00:00 Turning Pro 01:38 Beating Perfectionism 05:35 Creativity 11:47 Coffee and Storytelling 15:18 Black Coffee Origin 18:49 Business Plan Meets Reality 25:18 Leaving Stability Behind 36:34 Why Small Business Matters 42:31 Building A Coffee Community 44:17 First Coffee Farm 46:55 The Roasting Dream 47:38 Stories from the Coffee World 01:05:29 Creative Outlets 01:11:56 Fighting Creative Blocks 01:19:26 Capturing Ideas 01:30:57 Play vs. Serious Work 01:33:03 Connection Over Isolation 01:35:01 It’s All About People. 01:39:09 Ralph Steadman Label 01:45:55 Be Up to Something 01:56:17 Hard Days Make Stories 02:02:25 Build Yourself 02:13:39 Enough. 02:20:01 Looking Ahead

    2h 23m
  2. #40: What's Your Misogi? | Solo Episode

    MAR 23

    #40: What's Your Misogi? | Solo Episode

    Drew Korf (that's me!) is the founder of The Garden Podcast and Storyline Media Co. In today's episode, I celebrate 40 episodes and turning 27. We tried a new format today, and the episode is 90 minutes of bite-sized lessons, quotes, books, insights, and frameworks that I gathered over the last year. Key Insights and Highlights: - Rebranding to The Garden - What's your Misogi? - Don't chase butterflies - Focus for the show this year - The year of the re-read - Perfection & procrastination - Growth without suffering - Work is the most dangerous addiction? - Talking to past & future Drew- Moving to Austin These episodes feel like a fun digital journal entry, and they're a ton of fun to share with you. I hope you enjoy it and find a takeaway or two that feel helpful in your life. Thanks for listening. Be Where Your Feet Are, - DK Follow Pressed for Presence At: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pressedforpresence/⁠ TikTok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressedforpresence⁠ Follow Drew Korf At: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewkorf/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@drew.korf Show Chapters 00:00 New format! 02:26 1 year in! 04:47 What's Your Misogi? 06:02 The Garden 11:35 What's Behind the Garden 15:56 Future Vision 19:32 Focus on Great Guests 25:19 Quotes 31:52 Fear 40:07 Year of the Re-read 47:20 Tuesdays With Morrie 49:29 Purpose And Curiosity 53:41 Growth Without Suffering 59:32 Work Addiction 01:06:13 Nearsighted v. Farsighted 01:11:05 Black Coffee Theory 01:16:12 Advice To Past Self 01:25:19 Talking to 26yo Drew 01:29:21 Moving To Austin 01:32:29 Thanks for Listening

    1h 35m
  3. #39: How to Build a Sustainable Fitness Routine | Dayne Dyer

    MAR 16

    #39: How to Build a Sustainable Fitness Routine | Dayne Dyer

    Dayne Dyer is the founder of Beartooth Performance in Billings, Montana. In today's episode, we discuss how to create an effective training structure once you no longer have a team, coach, or sports season for structure. Key Insights: - Analysis paralysis trying to pick a plan - Treating workouts like a non-negotiable meeting - The basic principles of effective programs - How long does it take to see results? - Breaking down different types of fitness classes - Fitting fitness into your life - Why individualized programming matters This conversation is one of the more educational episodes that we've done, and I'm excited to bring Dayne's insights about fitness to you. Hope you dig it. Thanks for listening. Be Where Your Feet Are. Find Dayne Dyer: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dayned/⁠ Find Beartooth Performance: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/beartoothperformance/⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/49bgyxBLMF1x6jYD59PB7d?si=6c6261e5f3ed4c7b⁠ Find Pressed for Presence: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pressedforpresence/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pressedforpresence YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pressedforpresence Show Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:43 Life After Sports 02:30 Group Training 04:14 Structure and Boundaries 10:51 Choosing Methods and Principles 13:47 Progressive Overload 14:37 Picking a Modality 17:16 Commitment 21:15 The Noise in Fitness 27:04 How Long to Test a Program 35:16 Finding Coaches 38:51 Stop Training in Silos 41:25 Why Generic Plans Fail 43:02 Make Training Fun 45:50 Coaching 49:22 AI vs Real Coaching 55:29 Programming 01:11:36 Build Consistency 01:15:59 Tracking Progress With KPIs 01:16:50 Lifestyle Goals 01:25:43 Choosing The Right Gym 01:27:06 Integrity 01:33:18 Modality Breakdown 01:34:19 CrossFit 01:39:02 Hyrox 01:44:46 Pilates & Yoga 01:51:09 Mixing Modalities 01:53:57 Cycling 01:55:20 Strength Training 01:59:12 Recovery 02:05:38 Goals and Life 02:08:35 Principles Over Methods 02:11:44 Hybrid Athlete 02:22:44 Long-Term Consistency

    2h 28m

  4. MAR 9

    #38: Why I Walked Away from A Successful Corporate Career | William B. Henry

    William B. Henry is a founder, leadership coach, author, and speaker. In this episode, William shares his journey of spending 2 decades building a successful career in blood banking to later discovering his purpose and walking away from it all. Along the way, he realized something many high performers eventually face: success on paper doesn’t always mean fulfillment. He talks about his journey of rediscovering his purpose by helping people unlock their potential, think differently about success, and take meaningful steps toward the lives they’re meant to live. Key Moments & Takeaways: Learning work ethic from a single mother “Bigger, Stronger, Faster” Mentorship and opening doors Why great leaders focus on building systems and developing people The loneliness that comes with leadership Curiosity as a lifelong competitive advantage Money doesn't mean purpose “I’ve arrived… but where?” William has a rare ability to see potential in people and help them take the next step toward it. I’m grateful for this conversation and excited to share it with you. Thanks for listening.Be Where Your Feet Are. Follow William Henry At:Website: https://williambhenry.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williambreonhenry/https://www.instagram.com/williambreonhenry/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/william.henry.927698 Follow Pressed for Presence At:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pressedforpresence/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pressedforpresence Follow Drew Korf At:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewkorf/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drew.korf Show Chapters: 0:00 Sometimes You’re Forced Into Your Calling2:20 William’s Background & Early Work Ethic6:14 “Bigger, Stronger, Faster”12:11 Mentorship & Opening Doors in His Career18:24 Pride, Humility & Asking for Help22:12 Curiosity as a Competitive Advantage29:18 Leadership, Loneliness & Outgrowing Relationships40:51 When Success Stopped Feeling Like Purpose46:46 The Corvette Moment49:22 Leaving Corporate & Following Intuition56:46 Building a New Life1:17:02 Defining Success for Yourself1:19:18 What Actually Matters in Life1:34:19 Legacy & the Ripple Effect of Impact1:36:58 Curiosity, Legacy & What Comes Next

    1h 59m
  5. #37: Celebrating 10 Years of Satsang | Drew McManus

    MAR 3

    #37: Celebrating 10 Years of Satsang | Drew McManus

    Drew McManus is the lead singer of Satsang, and is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of his hit album The Story of You. In today’s episode, he talks about the last decade of identity shifts, self-forgiveness, and the reality of building something meaningful over time. Key Moments & Takeaways: - Touring for years playing to empty rooms before anything clicked -The Nepal trip that clarified, “It’s always been music” - The paradox of insecurity + destiny in high performers - The split between “tour life” and “home life” - How success can quietly change you - Losing alignment with yourself - Regulating emotions instead of being reactive - Learning to love yourself so you stop hurting other people - The 10-year anniversary tour It's one of my greatest honors getting to be good friends with Drew, and I'm excited to share this conversation with you. Thanks for listening. Be Where Your Feet Are. Follow Satsang At: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/satsang/ Follow Drew McManus At: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drew_mcmanus_/ Follow Pressed for Presence At: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pressedforpresence/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pressedforpresence Follow Drew Korf At: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewkorf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drew.korf Show Chapters:0:00 Intro 3:03 What Are We Doing This For? 8:05 Closing a Chapter & Not Being the Same Person Anymore 12:54 “Life Goes On” & Realizing He Actually Did It 17:55 Destiny, Insecurity & Chasing Greatness 26:14 Nepal 36:09 Tour Life vs Home Life 47:37 Grief, Regret & Self-Forgiveness 58:23 Acting Right & Rebuilding Self-Respect 1:04:52 The Real Cost of Touring 1:17:35 Dharma, Spiritual Work & Meaning 1:32:18 Be Where You Are

    1h 57m

  6. FEB 16

    #36: Your Dream Community Is Closer Than You Think | Justin Smith

    Justin Smith is the founder of Wild Edge Performance, where he trains NFL athletes in the offseason and helps new dads get back into peak health. In today's episode, Justin walks us through his non-traditional journey to becoming a performance trainer for some of the best athletes in the world. His story has a handful of interesting stops along the way, including being a dolphin trainer, taking an unpaid internship at 30 years old, and being in a 3-year long-distance relationship when he took his first paid college strength training gig. Throughout all of the stops along the way, one thing stands out in Justin's story. He consistently followed the things that called to him (biology, faith, and athletic performance), and was willing to do whatever it took in order to build a life around pursuing those callings. Key Moments and Takeaways: - Training dolphins and sea lions to run recon missions - Falling in love with training & taking an unpaid internship - Taking an internship at The University of Oregon at 30 - How do you leave a community you feel at home in? - Taking big opportunities off of a pedestal - Growing together with your partner - The ripple effects of impacting people through coaching - Founding Wild Edge Performance Justin is one of the people that have the "It Factor" that leaves you fired up about chasing your dreams after spending time with him. I hope it comes through in this episode, and that he inspires you to pursue the thing that calls at you. Thanks for listening. Be Where Your Feet Are. Follow Justin At: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/justin.j.smith/ Get a Free 3 Days of Programming From Justin: Free 3 Day Program Follow Pressed for Presence At: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pressedforpresence/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@pressedforpresence⁠ Follow Drew Korf At: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewkorf/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@drew.korf

    1h 46m
  7. #35: How to Love Your Diet | Tiffany Ricci

    FEB 2

    #35: How to Love Your Diet | Tiffany Ricci

    Tiffany Ricci, RDN, CSSD is a sports dietician.In today's highly-educational episode, Tiffany lays out strategies for building a healthy nutritional foundation and teaches strategies for using nutrition to increase your performance. Key Takeaways:- 4 principles for laying your foundation- How much you should be eating for each meal- Why you shouldn't identify yourself with your diet- Fueling for exercise & recovery- Creatine and supplement stacksThis conversation is a gold mine of actionable tools for dialing in your nutrition, and I can't wait to hear what you think!Thanks for listening.Be Where Your Feet Are,DKFollow Tiffany At:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dietitian.tiffany/Follow Pressed for Presence At:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pressedforpresence/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pressedforpresenceFollow Drew Korf At:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewkorf/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drew.korf

    1h 56m
  8. #34: It's Okay to Want More. | Jessica Hannesson

    JAN 26

    #34: It's Okay to Want More. | Jessica Hannesson

    Jessica Hannesson is the founder of Hannesson Home and Made for Home. In this episode, Jessica walks us through the life chapters leading up to her decorated interior design career. Key Moments & Insights: - Growing up in an entrepreneurial family in Glendive, MT. - What could you accomplish if you LOVED what you did for work? - Be obsessed with your craft. - Leaving performing arts school in L.A. and pursuing interior design. - There's never a "right time" to jump all-in on your dream. - It's okay to want more from life... don't settle! Jessica's story is an inspiration to anyone who doesn't want to settle for greatness in any area of life. Thanks for listening. Be Where Your Feet Are. Follow Jessica At: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessica_hannesson4/ Follow Hannesson Home At: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannessonhome/ Website: https://www.hannessonhome.com/ Follow Made for Home At: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madeforhomehh/ Follow Pressed for Presence At: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pressedforpresence/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pressedforpresence Follow Drew Korf At: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewkorf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drew.korf

    1h 36m
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Conversations about finding your calling and building a life around pursuing it.

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  • Creator
    Drew Korf
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Drew Korf
  • Show Website
    The Garden

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