The Intense Life

John Mashni
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What does it mean to live fully? On The Intense Life, John Mashni sits down with leaders, creators, and everyday people to explore stories of courage, creativity, and purpose. Honest conversations. Surprising insights. A reminder that life is too short to live half-awake.

Episodes

  1. Ep. 5 The Movie That Ruins Other Movies

    2D AGO

    Ep. 5 The Movie That Ruins Other Movies

    RRR is one of those rare movies that doesn’t just entertain you, it grabs you and refuses to let go. There is more movie in this movie than any other movie in the history of movies.  In this spoiler-free episode, John Mashni sits down with his longtime friend Alpesh Shah to talk about the Indian epic RRR and why it became the movie they can’t stop recommending. Their conversation has been years in the making, because they’ve essentially been having the same “you have to watch this” discussion with friends over and over again. This time, they finally recorded it.  They talk about how easy it is to underestimate this film at first glance, and how quickly it proves it’s operating on a completely different level. They unpack why the pacing works, why the emotional pull hits so early, how the music and sound design elevate the experience, and why RRR rewards repeat viewings.  If you have not seen RRR yet, this episode is designed to get you excited without spoiling the plot. If you have seen it, you’ll probably find yourself nodding along and wanting to rewatch it immediately.

    36 min
  2. Ep. 4 So Good They Can't Ignore You: Mastery and Mentorship

    JAN 13

    Ep. 4 So Good They Can't Ignore You: Mastery and Mentorship

    John Mashni talks with EOS Implementer and former owner and president of an IT services company, Mike Maddox. John and Mike discuss leadership, growth, and the surprising freedom that comes from building structure. After running a fast-growing tech company for more than 20 years, Mike discovered EOS and transformed his business — and eventually his entire career.  John and Mike discuss how companies get stuck, why clarity is the antidote to chaos, and how leaders can “delegate to elevate” by putting the right people in the right seats. Mike also shares the story behind his transition from founder to coach, and why mastering a craft leads to real passion, not the other way around.  John and Mike also dive into Cal Newport’s book, So Good They Can’t Ignore You, skill-building, and the power of deliberate practice — especially for young people and early career professionals.  If you’re a leader, founder, or someone who wants more control of your business and your life, this episode is packed with wisdom, honesty, and practical tools. Mike Maddox EOS Profile: https://www.eosworldwide.com/mike-maddox  Email: mike.maddox@eosworldwide.com  EOS Worldwide: https://www.eosworldwide.com  Check out the book that started the conversation here: https://www.johnmashni.com/blog/i-initially-hated-this-book-but-now-i-tell-pretty-much-everyone-to-read-it-asap

    31 min
  3. Ep. 3 The Visionary Within: Owning Your Brilliance

    12/29/2025

    Ep. 3 The Visionary Within: Owning Your Brilliance

    John Mashni sits down with his longtime friend, coach, and fellow visionary Bob Shenefelt Bob is the founder of iMatter, The Visionary Forum, and The Visionary Summit. Bob has spent decades helping entrepreneurs, creators, and business owners understand who they really are and what their lives could look like if they stopped trying to be someone else.  John and Bob talk about discovering when someone is a “visionary,” why structure actually unlocks creativity, and how community transforms your ability to lead, dream, and make an impact.  If you've ever felt scattered, misunderstood, or out of place, or if you're learning how to own your gifts and live with intention, you'll love this conversation.  Be sure to check out the sites to get to know more about Bob and iMatter: https://iangarlic.com/2023/10/28/bob-shenefelt/ Book: Unscatter the Chatter: https://www.imatter.com/buyunscatterthechatter https://www.imatter.com P.S. If you have any interest in attending a Visionary Summit, the next one is in New Orleans in February.  Learn more here: https://www.imatter.com/the-visionary-summit  I hope to see you there! You can also find Bob Shenefelt on Social Media!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-shenefelt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imatterrevolution/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iMatterRevolution

    46 min
  4. Ep. 2 Leading a Tribe of Artists

    11/19/2025

    Ep. 2 Leading a Tribe of Artists

    John Mashni talks with filmmaker and Collective Development (CDI)  co-founder DJ Perry about making meaningful films with discipline and heart. DJ is an award-winning writer, film producer, and actor. John and DJ discuss numerous films, including the Biblical Quest Trilogy, Wild Faith, Silent Night in Algona, and DJ’s new prohibition-era story, Harsens Island Revenge, about WWI vets versus the Purple Gang. DJ shares how martial arts, soccer, and summer-camp leadership shape his sets, why he protects his creative control, and how to say no effectively in high-pressure situations. If you love storytelling, Michigan stories, or history on screen, you’ll enjoy this conversation.  After the interview and right as this interview was published, the CDI team returned from the world’s largest western genre film festival, where the CDI team won seven major awards for the soon-to-be-released sequel to Wild Faith, Wild Faith Christmas.  https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0675036/  https://cdiproductions.com/  https://www.facebook.com/tribecdi  https://www.linkedin.com/in/djperry/  https://www.johnmashni.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmashni/

    43 min
  5. Ep. 1 The Secret to Servant Leadership

    10/27/2025

    Ep. 1 The Secret to Servant Leadership

    Join John Mashni as he sits down with his longtime friend, Jerome Vierling — lead pastor, artist, and community leader — for an inspiring and authentic conversation about life, leadership, and making a difference. https://www.jeromevierling.com/https://www.johnmashni.com/https://www.citylifelansing.com/ Connect with Jerome: https://www.facebook.com/citylifelansinghttps://www.facebook.com/jeromevierling2 Connect with John:https://www.facebook.com/johnmashni

    48 min
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What does it mean to live fully? On The Intense Life, John Mashni sits down with leaders, creators, and everyday people to explore stories of courage, creativity, and purpose. Honest conversations. Surprising insights. A reminder that life is too short to live half-awake.

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  • Creator
    John Mashni
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 John Mashni