Grounds For Success Austin Seltzer

On this episode of Grounds For Success, which also happens to be our last episode for season 1, we have the artist Layto! From almost becoming an English major with dreams of law school to successfully strumming his way into the music industry—this episode is packed with a real-world story of how surrounding yourself with the right team can change everything for you as a creative. Layto generously pulls back the curtain on his journey, sharing insights into his early creativity, his life-chan...

This week on Grounds For Success we have Jack Griffo, best known for his role as Max Thunderman in the hit TV show, The Thundermans, but is also the front man of his band, Kid Baron. In this episode, we explore his career trajectory, from his early acting days in Orlando to a recent movie shoot in the midst of the pandemic, and filming the new The Thundermans Movie. Jack candidly sheds light on his auditions, some of which are hilarious as hell, friendships with Ariel Winter, Lue Benward, Ste...

This week on Grounds For Success we a deep dive into the world of a music industry prodigy's life, Hunter Hayes, a chart-topping multi-platinum singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. This episode will take you on a roller-coaster ride of pure wisdom through Hunter’s journey, revealing his struggles, breakthroughs, and beautiful relationships with his fans. First, Hunter takes you on a ride through his childhood growing up in Louisiana, the stepping stones that led him to his...

On this week's episode, I have my great buddy, Aukoustics, AKA, Secs On The Beach. This podcast covers how a ten-year-old self-taught pianist from Worcester, Massachusetts has become a multi-instrumentalist producer and songwriter working with artists like Galantis, Dolly Parton, Cheat Codes, JVKE, and so many more. Join us as we talk about his incredible journey of determination, hard work, and vital mentorship. This episode was super inspiring to film and look back on while I was working wi...

Get ready for a killer episode with my good friend, Devin Oliver, frontman of the band I See Stars and the man behind his solo project, shYbeast. With the charisma of a born performer and the wisdom of a seasoned artist, he delves into his life story, tracing his path from an early age with a difficult parent dynamic, to his long and rewarding career in the music industry. Devin brings to light the profound influence of his early musical experiences, the role of rivalry in nurturing talent, a...

On this Grounds For Success Podcast, Niki DeMar, a veteran content creator on YouTube and music artist, and I talk about ruining our lives, as well as so many other great topics. Join us, as we travel through her personal journey, shedding light on how the evolution of her priorities shaped her career trajectories. I discover how Niki’s childhood, punctuated by the freedom to create, influenced her identity and her unique brand. We also dive into the repercussions of evolving a hobby into a j...