Us People Podcast

With Savia Rocks
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  • Society & Culture
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Celebrating Your Creative Journey Remember Creativity Is Not Just In Music or the Arts Hey Beautiful People! Are you a creative individual who craves a platform to express your passions, share your unique story, and connect with like-minded individuals? Look no further because I, Savia Rocks, am thrilled to present the Us People Podcast – a powerful platform where your creativity, individuality, and business success take centre stage through engaging conversations. As a Professional Photographer, Award Winning Writer, Presenter, CEO & Founder. I understand the struggles and challenges faced by creative individuals like you.Remember Creativity Is Not Just In Music or the Arts it's in business & Life.  When I embarked on my creative journey, there was a dearth of resources and mentoring avenues. I had to teach myself most of what I know today, fueled solely by my unwavering passion. It wasn't an easy path, especially given the financial constraints I faced. But I want to change that for you. I want to provide you with the advice, inspiration, and options that were lacking when I started out. With Us People Podcast, you'll gain access to the stories and experiences of fellow creatives who have overcome obstacles, discovered their true potential, and achieved remarkable success.  Together, we'll explore the limitless possibilities that lie within your talent, helping you believe in your abilities and unleashing your creativity to its fullest potential. As your host, I am committed to not only guiding you on your chosen path but also ensuring you have fun along the way. After all, life is about enjoying the journey, celebrating milestones, and embracing the joy of creating.  If you're passionate about your craft and have a story to share, I invite you to join us on the Us People Podcast. Whether you're a budding photographer, a skilled writer, or someone with a truly unique passion, we want to hear from you. Reach out to us via email, phone call, or text to become a part of our growing community of creative minds. If you'd like to support and donate to the Us People Podcast, your generosity will help us continue providing this valuable platform to aspiring creatives. Visit donorbox.org/us-people-podcast to contribute and be a part of this incredible journey. Thank you for lending us your ears and being a part of our community. Remember to stay happy, positive, and always be kind to one another. Together, let's celebrate your creative journey on the Us People Podcast!   https://uspeoplepodcast.comIf you would like to be on the Us People Podcast, please feel free to contact us on:  uspeoplepodcast@gmail.com / info@uspeoplepodcast.com  07377774478 / 02089642494 For Donations & Sponsorship: https://donorbox.org/us-people-podcast https://donorbox.org/officespace#infoThank you for listening.Stay Happy & Positive and continue to be kind to one another. "For The People By The People"

  1. Jul 13

    What Happens Is Real - David Lassiter - Actor - Comedian & Writer #323

    Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? David Lassiter on Purpose, Prayer, and Turning Trauma into Fulfilment. Host Savia Rocks welcomes season seven of the Us People Podcast and interviews actor, comedian, and writer David Lassiter. David shares growing up in South Jamaica, Queens, being bused to integrated schools, and how those experiences shaped his ability to work across cultures in entertainment. He reflects on a time he didn’t like who he saw in the mirror due to survival choices, then describes shifting toward comedy and acting for purpose, fulfillment, and making people laugh, with prayer as his foundation.  He explains the realities of the industry, years of hard work, rejection, auditions, meetings, and inconsistent income, and advises persistence, gratitude, positive energy, and watching one’s circle. David says judgment wouldn’t change him, chooses Barack Obama, Malcolm X, and Michael Jackson for a desert-island scenario, shouts out his manager and collaborators, and shares where to find him online. 00:00 Welcome and mission 01:10 Season intro and guest tease 01:55 Meet David Lasseter 03:04 Growing up in Queens 07:27 Mirror and transformation 10:11 Finding purpose in comedy 14:02 Entertainment grind realities 19:42 Best advice and loyalty 24:35 Energy and protecting peace 26:32 Day in the Life 28:35 No Judgment Mindset 31:58 Desert Island Picks 36:53 Finding Inner Peace 37:33 Advice to Keep Going 42:25 Shoutouts and Contacts 44:34 Podcast Wrap and Outro 46:46 Deeper Message Track Instagram/davidlassiteractor1.  Imdbme/Davidlassiteractor1. The Beauty of life is the journey that we take and what we learn along the way - Savia Rocks Support the show

  2. Jul 6

    Why We Should Never Give Up - Raf Santana - Screenwriter and Producer #322

    Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Raf Santana on Persistence, Setbacks, and Finding Identity as a Screenwriter Host Savia Rocks welcomes Raf Santana, a screenwriter and producer, to season seven of the Us People Podcast to discuss legacy, trauma as potential transformation, and creative persistence without judgment. Raf recounts growing up in Brighton with a single mother, shifting from ambitions of veterinary work to photography and film school, then learning producing and pitching through early missteps, Cannes experiences, and years of development with little payoff.  He describes writing after reading poor scripts, securing and losing representation, making two short films with his brother that earned BAFTA nominations, and repeated project setbacks from competing productions and collapsed co-productions. Raf shares how paid commissions helped him finally claim “writer” as his identity, details a near-breakthrough Amazon Studios deal that fell apart, taking time out to learn leathercraft, then joining a Cambridge University creative writing master’s, writing a novel, and returning to screenwriting.  He advises creatives to be consistent, offers contact via IMDb/email, and the episode closes with calls for kindness amid perceived online hate and lyrics about political conflict and misplaced compassion. 00:00 Podcast Intro Teaser 01:10 Meet Raf Santana 02:09 Brighton Roots and Vet Dreams 05:13 Photography to Film School 08:24 First Producing Hustles 09:45 Cannes Lessons and Setbacks 14:14 Switching to Screenwriting 17:17 BAFTA Shorts Breakthrough 23:51 Industry Momentum and Near Misses 29:57 Resetting Projects and Survival Jobs 34:36 Persistence and Writer Mindset 37:23 Life Experience Fuels Writing 39:02 Owning the Writer Label 41:41 Adapting a Hidden Gem 43:59 Talent Versus Industry Access 46:32 When Deals Collapse 52:08 Leathercraft Reset Year 53:05 Cambridge Creative Writing 54:57 Genie Novel Reality Check 01:00:17 Consistency Over Greatness 01:02:47 Where to Find Raph 01:05:59 Final Thanks and Sign Off 01:06:38 Outro Song and Kindness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-r-santana-348279246/ Website: https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm1034899/?ref_=nmovr_nv_usr_profile Thank you so much Raf for talking to us about why we should never give up, no matter what life may throw at us, we all deserve to be on our pathway and journey - Savia Rocks Support the show

  3. Jun 30

    Take A Chance... Invest In Your Fear - Chris Barnett - Composer In Film #321

    Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Chris Barnett on Purpose, Film Composition, and Peace of Mind | Us People Podcast Season 7 Savia Rocks opens season seven of the Us People Podcast focused on legacy, shedding cultural trauma, and turning hardship into beauty, then interviews film and TV composer Chris Barnett. Barnett shares his Jamaican heritage as a first-generation Londoner, early exposure to reggae and radio charts, record collecting after a childhood U.S. trip, DJing parties and boat parties, and how studying album credits sparked his interest in production.  He describes an engineering apprenticeship, a pivotal coworker who introduced him to studios, his mother’s strict investment in his education, and later discovering his grandfather worked as a set builder at Ealing Studios amid racism.  Chris Barnett credits mentors who helped him progress into university and composition, explains scoring by finding a story’s “truth” beyond what audiences see, cites work on Street Shepherd and Getting Away With Murders, and discusses Quincy Jones-inspired humility, embracing all “good music,” spiritual maturity, tools for peace of mind, and advice to pursue art for love while avoiding negativity; he also shares where to find his work online. 00:00 Legacy And Trauma 01:10 Meet Chris Barnett 02:13 Jamaican Roots And Music 05:33 DJ Hustle And Record Love 09:01 Engineering To Studio Dreams 10:37 Mirror Identity And Purpose 11:29 Family Drive And Education 16:52 Film Nights And Grandad 22:19 First Breaks And Mentors 29:23 How Film Scoring Works 32:03 Scripts Versus Screen 33:55 Scoring Street Shepherd 38:48 Invisible Documentary Music 41:53 Quincy Jones Wisdom 44:39 Finding Inner Peace 47:10 Peace Of Mind Tools 51:51 Advice For Artists 55:37 Where To Find Chris 57:20 Final Thanks And Outro 58:53 Closing Song And Wrap Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christophbarnett/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@christophbarnett Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophbarnett/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6vOMqQhrSuV7wg1lJpIk6Q Thank you so much Chris for showing us that with investment into yourself and letting go of fear we can achieve anything with creatively put out hearts into - Savia Rocks Support the show

  4. Jun 23

    Your Voice Has Power - Loïc Thaler - Voice-Over and Casting Director #320

    Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Loïc Thaler on Voice, Validation, and Creating Space for Others (Us People Podcast Season 7) Savia Rocks introduces season seven of the Us People Podcast and interviews Brussels-based voiceover and international casting director Loïc Thaler, who describes himself as an unapologetic “weirdo” shaped by a Belgian-English upbringing, early radio work starting at age 10, and a career hosting major Belgian radio before shifting into voiceover and casting for projects including Disney, Lego, Sonos, and Swiss television.  Loïc discusses authenticity at the mic, ADHD-driven work habits, therapy and an “inner compass” after struggling with anxiety, imposter syndrome, and validation needs tied to his parents’ divorce. He explains using his privilege and platform to create opportunities, including blind casting to reduce bias, and reflects on injustice, courage, loneliness, and deeper human connection. He shares routines, gratitude mindset, avoiding negative news, finding supportive creative community, and recommends LinkedIn to connect. 00:00 Podcast Intro Legacy 01:10 Meet Loïc Thaler 02:46 Weirdo Origins Radio 05:31 From Radio To Voiceover 11:39 Identity Mirror Validation 15:27 Trauma Inner Compass 16:45 Day In The Life 23:49 Power Of Voice Advocacy 29:25 Blind Casting Inclusion 35:23 Injustice And Courage 39:06 Courage to Disagree 41:25 Gray Areas and Ego 43:25 Red Car Theory Mindset 45:12 Quit the Negative News 46:52 Gratitude and Small Wins 49:43 Ask How Are You Really 52:42 Loneliness and Third Places 01:00:03 Life Without Judgment 01:03:52 Peace in Japan Reset 01:06:59 Voiceover Advice and Growth 01:12:01 Find Me on LinkedIn 01:13:34 Final Thanks and Outro LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lo%C3%AFc-thaler-2972a2159/ Thank you so much Loïc Thaler for using your voice as a voice of power - Savia Rocks  Support the show

  5. Jun 8

    Gratitude Goes A Long Way - Savia Rocks - CEO & Founder - Us People Podcast - Award Winning Writer & Published Professional Photographer #319

    Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Us People Podcast Season 7: Savia Rocks Thanks the Global Community and Guests Savia Rocks introduces herself and the Us People podcast’s mission to help people tell their stories through creativity without judgment, emphasizing legacy through service to mankind, peeling away cultural conditioning and trauma, staying humble, and showing up for what matters, while noting trauma can be transformed into something beautiful.  She welcomes listeners to season seven and then thanks supporters for seven years of worldwide growth, including being heard in over 105 countries with hundreds of thousands of monthly listens, and expresses deep gratitude to the team and especially the guests whose stories make the show possible.  Savia explains the podcast centers both established and emerging voices, showing you can start anywhere with nothing, learn through questions and answers, and that success is rooted in passion and authentic storytelling rather than money or credentials. She closes by wishing listeners positivity and urging kindness. 00:00 Meet Savia Rocks 00:22 Legacy and Healing 00:56 Trauma Into Beauty 01:10 Season Seven Welcome 01:21 Gratitude to Listeners 02:27 Why Stories Matter 02:45 Start From Anywhere 03:03 Authentic Passion 03:19 Closing Thanks 03:31 Peace and Love Outro Every step of life you should be thankful for, not only because tomorrow is not promised but because the small things make the big things happen in your life. That’s why life is something to hold on to and say thank you for. - Savia Rocks Support the show

  6. Jun 1

    Trauma Shakes Us - Richmond Heath - Integrative Physiotherapist & Founder of TRE Australia #318

    Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? TRE and the Power of Spontaneous Shaking: Richmond Heath on Somatic Stress Recovery Savia Rocks welcomes physiotherapist and TRE Australia founder Richmond Heath to season seven of The Us People Podcast to discuss spontaneous shaking/trembling as an overlooked, positive human recovery reflex. Richmond shares growing up on a farm in Victoria, later developing chronic pain and stress, and experiencing spontaneous movement during Vipassana meditation that shifted his understanding of tension and healing.  He explains TRE (Tension/Trauma Release Exercises) as a trauma-informed method that uses simple muscle fatigue to deliberately evoke and regulate tremors, reframing shaking from a symptom of anxiety, shock, or weakness into a mechanism that discharges stress and adrenaline.  The conversation covers somatics, polyvagal theory, trauma as immobilization, cultural suppression of shaking, examples from animals and traditional societies, and practical supports like breathwork, mindfulness, exercise, community, and purpose, plus Richmond’s TRE online course (trecourse.com) and its global reach. 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 02:27 Richmond Heath’s Backstory 03:35 Pain to Breakthrough 10:01 Discovering TRE Purpose 14:06 What Is TRE 22:26 Shaking and Anxiety 31:38 Somatic Explained 39:10 Trauma Origins and Inheritance 41:34 Practical Stress Tools 44:39 Happiness Through Service 46:47 Why TRE Calms Fast 48:18 Beyond Mindfulness Limits 49:40 COVID Shift to Online 54:05 Polyvagal Science Basics 56:22 Freeze Response Explained 01:01:25 Everyday Trauma Example 01:04:33 Why Adults Suppress Shaking 01:06:54 Authenticity and Reawakening 01:14:12 Key Takeaways and Utero Movement 01:19:11 How to Learn TRE 01:23:14 Closing Thanks and Outro 01:25:51 End Credits and Final Reflection Thank you so much Richmond for teaching us that Trauma show be shown freely in order to heal ourselves - Savia Rocks Website: https://www.treaustralia.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/TRE-Australia/100057615902736/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tre_australia/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richmond-heath-08719326/ Support the show

  7. May 25

    What We Go Through - Arif Gilany - Banking Fintech and Health & Wellness Fashion #317

    Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Arif Gilany on Fintech, Healing Fibers, and Legacy Savia Rocks welcomes Arif Gilany to season seven of the Us People Podcast to discuss legacy, service, trauma, and purpose. Arif shares growing up Kurdish in Iran during the Iran-Iraq war, being injured at 10, leaving at 18 due to ethnic barriers, and spending five years as a refugee before settling in Canada. He describes mentors, his father’s final letter urging care for his mother, serving humanity, and guiding his children.  Arif outlines his career from financial advising to health and wellbeing fashion through therapeutic camel-fur products (Camel Care), and later fintech with Aurum Foundation, using AI and robotics to help average people manage finances. He explains natural fibers (sheep wool, camel fur, bamboo), daily disciplines (gratitude, prayer, running), lessons on communication, success as service, judgment, legacy, and where to find him online (Arif Gilani; YouTube: Camel and Cash). 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 01:10 Meet Arif Gilany 02:48 Growing Up and Leaving Iran 03:57 Identity and Father’s Lessons 06:03 Banking to Health and Fintech 11:03 Wellbeing Fashion Explained 13:42 Natural Fibers That Heal 16:39 Daily Discipline and Travel 19:14 Business Ownership Real Talk 21:19 Power of Words and Listening 23:12 Defining Success and Advice 27:42 Judgment Peace and Legacy 32:24 Future Plans and Music 36:34 Desert Island Picks 37:59 Where to Find Arif 39:32 Final Thanks and Sign Off 41:57 Closing Spoken Word Outro Youtube: https://youtu.be/9XsIEYph8EA?si=HTER3U0DcVzfb7Zi Thank you so much, Arif for coming on the show and showing us, that we can start out life in one part of the world, but can make choices in our lives that help us to build a life that help us to evolve - Savia Rocks   Support the show

  8. May 18

    Understanding The System - Dr. Dusan Sajic - Dermatologist and Physician #316

    Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Season 7 Premiere: Dr. Dusan on Dermatology, Longevity, and Evidence-Based Skincare Host Savia Rocks opens Season 7 of the Us People Podcast with Dr. Dusan, a board-certified dermatologist and longevity physician, discussing legacy, resilience, and turning trauma into growth.  Dr. Dusan shares growing up in Yugoslavia before its collapse, heavy childhood sun exposure leading to skin cancer, and his shift from PhD research to medicine after his planned postdoc fell through when his mentor developed stage-four pancreatic cancer. He explains how his mother’s negative experiences with impersonal care shaped his views on humane, partnership-based medicine despite time pressures.  The conversation breaks down what dermatology really treats beyond aesthetics, links UV damage to systemic aging via senescent “zombie” cells, and critiques unregulated skincare marketing while highlighting measurement tools and evidence-based approaches. They also discuss technology’s promise and limits, bureaucracy, experimental therapies, and the importance of community and accountability over judgment. 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 01:49 Meet Dr. Dusan Sajic 03:28 Yugoslavia to Medicine 04:32 Sun Damage Wake Up 05:55 Why Mom Distrusted Doctors 08:41 Heart Attack at Thirteen 10:13 PhD to Med School Pivot 13:30 Identity and Resilience 18:56 Modern Medicine Realities 26:37 What Dermatologists Really Do 31:51 Skin as Longevity Clue 34:00 Skincare Science and Testing 40:30 Melasma Beyond Sunlight 41:22 Skincare Claims and Regulation 45:35 Early Detection Tech Dilemmas 48:47 Leukemia Loss and Trial Gaps 54:07 Gatekeepers and Safety Rules 55:27 Non-Surgical Anti-Aging Tools 58:50 Judgment Versus Accountability 01:06:09 Community Connection and Sign-Off Website: https://www.instagram.com/sajicskin/ Website: https://www.facebook.com/sajicskin Website: https://sajicskin.com/ Thank you so much Dr. Dusan Sajic for being the light to educate yourself so you can continue to help people all over the world. - Savia Rocks Support the show

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Celebrating Your Creative Journey Remember Creativity Is Not Just In Music or the Arts Hey Beautiful People! Are you a creative individual who craves a platform to express your passions, share your unique story, and connect with like-minded individuals? Look no further because I, Savia Rocks, am thrilled to present the Us People Podcast – a powerful platform where your creativity, individuality, and business success take centre stage through engaging conversations. As a Professional Photographer, Award Winning Writer, Presenter, CEO & Founder. I understand the struggles and challenges faced by creative individuals like you.Remember Creativity Is Not Just In Music or the Arts it's in business & Life.  When I embarked on my creative journey, there was a dearth of resources and mentoring avenues. I had to teach myself most of what I know today, fueled solely by my unwavering passion. It wasn't an easy path, especially given the financial constraints I faced. But I want to change that for you. I want to provide you with the advice, inspiration, and options that were lacking when I started out. With Us People Podcast, you'll gain access to the stories and experiences of fellow creatives who have overcome obstacles, discovered their true potential, and achieved remarkable success.  Together, we'll explore the limitless possibilities that lie within your talent, helping you believe in your abilities and unleashing your creativity to its fullest potential. As your host, I am committed to not only guiding you on your chosen path but also ensuring you have fun along the way. After all, life is about enjoying the journey, celebrating milestones, and embracing the joy of creating.  If you're passionate about your craft and have a story to share, I invite you to join us on the Us People Podcast. Whether you're a budding photographer, a skilled writer, or someone with a truly unique passion, we want to hear from you. Reach out to us via email, phone call, or text to become a part of our growing community of creative minds. If you'd like to support and donate to the Us People Podcast, your generosity will help us continue providing this valuable platform to aspiring creatives. Visit donorbox.org/us-people-podcast to contribute and be a part of this incredible journey. Thank you for lending us your ears and being a part of our community. Remember to stay happy, positive, and always be kind to one another. Together, let's celebrate your creative journey on the Us People Podcast!   https://uspeoplepodcast.comIf you would like to be on the Us People Podcast, please feel free to contact us on:  uspeoplepodcast@gmail.com / info@uspeoplepodcast.com  07377774478 / 02089642494 For Donations & Sponsorship: https://donorbox.org/us-people-podcast https://donorbox.org/officespace#infoThank you for listening.Stay Happy & Positive and continue to be kind to one another. "For The People By The People"

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  • Creator
    With Savia Rocks
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    327
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Us People Podcast
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