Between Us with John Roa

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Between Us with John Roa

It’s your weekly dose of the honest-to-god truth with John Roa. As a successful entrepreneur, humanitarian and globe-traveler he knows a thing or two about what it truly takes to succeed. It’s not all champagne and caviar, as you might think. Each week, he pulls back the curtain that we call success by sharing personal conversations with some of the biggest names in this game we call life. We promise to keep things between us.

  1. Jordan Harbinger on Navigating Creative Ventures Without a Map

    12/01/2021

    Jordan Harbinger on Navigating Creative Ventures Without a Map

    Jordan Harbinger runs one of the most successful podcasts in the world, "The Jordan Harbinger Show." The journey that took him there isn't so simple and these days Jordan cringes at the online "experts" that advertise sure-fire ways to rise to the top. On today's show, John and Jordan discuss the similarities of their stories, the potential toxicity of influencers' advice, Jordan's early Wall Street career, his TWO kidnapping stories, and how he turned a small-time pick-up-artistry show into the podcasting icon his show is today.  Follow John on social media! @JohnRoa @BetweenUs_Pod A Jam Street Media Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    55 min
  2. The Dark Side of Entrepreneurship with Dr. Michael Freeman PART 2

    05/01/2021

    The Dark Side of Entrepreneurship with Dr. Michael Freeman PART 2

    In this continuation of John's conversation with Dr. Michael Freeman, the topic moves from the general dangers of entrepreneurship to some of the specific situations detailed in John's memoir "How to Get Rich and Die Trying." They also talk about the similarities between modern silicon valley and the gold rush of 1849, the five genetically-passed traits associated with entrepreneurship, and Dr. Freeman's brush with the world of Steve Jobs. Follow John on social media! @JohnRoa @BetweenUs_Pod A Jam Street Media Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min
  3. Entrepreneurial Psychology and Mental Health with Dr. Michael Freeman PART 1

    29/12/2020

    Entrepreneurial Psychology and Mental Health with Dr. Michael Freeman PART 1

    Dr. Michael Freeman is the world's leading expert on how entrepreneurship affects mental health. For the past 20 years, he's been studying the effects of this career path on peoples' well-being. On today's show, John and Dr. Freeman talk about how his research aligns with the purpose of John's book as well as the identifying factors that can contribute to the pitfalls of entrepreneurship. They also talk about the modern phenomenon of entrepreneurs becoming celebrities, mental illness and suicide, as well as Dr. Freeman's company ECONA that is helping to destigmatize these discussions in the field of entrepreneurship. Follow John on social media! @JohnRoa @BetweenUs_Pod A Jam Street Media Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min
  4. Mario Lopez on Heritage, Authenticity, and Fun

    22/12/2020

    Mario Lopez on Heritage, Authenticity, and Fun

    Mario Lopez has become a household name both because of and in spite of his success as a childhood actor; a career path that tends to have massive pitfalls. In today's conversation, Mario tells John his tips and tricks for achieving and maintaining success. This also includes his "Five F's" which Mario sees as his secret weapon. Follow John on social media! @JohnRoa @BetweenUs_Pod A Jam Street Media Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    32 min
  5. Capturing Kobe and Starting Anew with Andy Bernstein

    15/12/2020

    Capturing Kobe and Starting Anew with Andy Bernstein

    Over the last 40 years, Andy Bernstein has become one of the most iconic photographers in sports history. Even if you don't watch basketball, you're likely familiar with his work shooting historic figures like Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, and the late Kobe Bryant. On today's show, John and Andy discuss how he got into sports photography, the battles regarding self-worth along the way, and the pitfalls that success can bring. They also talk about Andy's relationship with Kobe, how photography has evolved over the years, and Andy's affinity for the movie The Blob. Follow John on social media! @JohnRoa @BetweenUs_Pod A Jam Street Media Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    54 min
  6. Can Anyone Be a Genius? with Laura M. Wilde

    08/12/2020

    Can Anyone Be a Genius? with Laura M. Wilde

    Is it our nature or our nurturing that ultimately creates geniuses? Our guest today, Laura M. Wilde, is a Sports Mental Coach and Mind-Body Consultant for the NBA and believes unlocking "genius" requires a mix of both. John and Laura get into her past and what caused her to seek out a better way to help people discover their true potential. They have a good-mannered debate on the limits of the power of positive thinking. They also discuss how the identification and treatment of certain epigenetic markers in an individual can help them tap into their true potential. Follow John on social media! @JohnRoa @BetweenUs_Pod A Jam Street Media Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
  7. Mixing Family, Business, and Cupcakes with Melissa Ben-Ishay

    01/12/2020

    Mixing Family, Business, and Cupcakes with Melissa Ben-Ishay

    After turning her passion for baking into a nation-wide business success story, Melissa Ben-Ishay's journey would already be inspirational. What makes her story so extraordinary is who she built her empire alongside. Melissa runs "Baked by Melissa" with her husband and brother. Despite her proactive approach to running her company, she still finds time to raise her two daughters. In today's episode, John and Melissa get into the struggles and joys of running a business intertwined so closely with one's family and suggestions Melissa has for anyone attempting to do the same. Follow John on social media! @JohnRoa @BetweenUs_Pod A Jam Street Media Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    54 min
  8. Scott Budnick Left Hollywood for Criminal Justice Reform

    24/11/2020

    Scott Budnick Left Hollywood for Criminal Justice Reform

    Scott Budnick was on-track to be one of the most successful producers in Hollywood. Having worked with Todd Philips on films like Road Trip, Old School, and The Hangover, something happened to Scott that completely changed his perspective on what it means to be "successful" in life. Nowadays, Scott runs a non-profit called the Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC) that supports formerly incarcerated people in getting back on their feet and advocates for criminal justice reform. On today's show, Scott and John talk about what experiences led him to leave his old life and start down this new path. They also talk about how and why he's now approaching a return to filmmaking. Plus, his experiences working with actors like Will Farrell, Robert Downey Junior, Zach Galifianakis, and Scott's new film "Just Mercy." Follow John on social media! @JohnRoa @BetweenUs_Pod A Jam Street Media Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 min
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It’s your weekly dose of the honest-to-god truth with John Roa. As a successful entrepreneur, humanitarian and globe-traveler he knows a thing or two about what it truly takes to succeed. It’s not all champagne and caviar, as you might think. Each week, he pulls back the curtain that we call success by sharing personal conversations with some of the biggest names in this game we call life. We promise to keep things between us.

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  • Creador
    Jam Street Media
  • Años de actividad
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodios
    34
  • Clasificación
    Explícito
  • Copyright
    © John Roa
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