The Awkwardness of Being a Father

You might know today’s guest, Adrian Grenier, for his superb acting on the smash hit show, Entourage. However, how I know him and what you'll soon learn, is that he's a man deeply committed to personal evolution and service to humanity. His journey from celebrity to homesteader and changemaker is truly inspiring. I find Adrian's vulnerability and honesty, so refreshing, especially after spending a couple decades in the entertainment industry myself. 

Here are just a few of the ideas we explore. We share the story of how we first met on a sacred hunting trip here in Texas and Earth Speed, his documentary series and lifestyle platform. He tells us about his ranch complete with a small vineyard, llamas, a mini pony and a bunch of chickens. We talk a lot about his 2002 documentary, Shot in the Dark, about tracking down his estranged biological father, how the lack of masculine influence shaped him into who he is, and how he regained that part of himself. We explore his rise to fame as an actor, how the role he played bled into his real life, his experience as an artist; separating the purity of creativity from the ego trappings of fame, his humble perspective on environmentalism, and so very much more.

 Our man Adrian does not shy away from the depth of the human experience, and that's one of the many stellar qualities he possesses that makes him unique and interesting. Be ready to be inspired to refine your life's vision, follow your dreams, and become the best version of yourself with Adrian Grenier. You'll find show notes with links to Adrian's awesome project, Earth Speed, and all the other work he's up to at lukestorey.com/adrian.

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00:05:22 — The Sacred Hunt: Connecting with Nature & Our Food

• The sacred hunting trip experience that brought Luke and Adrian together

• The lasting impacts of witnessing the life and death process in nature 

• Taking karmic ownership in the life and death process for animals we consume

• Hunting for sport versus hunting for consumption

• Separating mindless cruelty or entertainment from the natural order of nature

• Having presence, connection and gratitude for your food

00:33:37 — From Activism to Action: A Journey Toward Environmental Stewardship

• Adrian’s shift from the celebrity facade of activism to actually doing the work 

• The reality of many of us being raised disconnected from nature

• What Adrian has learned as a permaculturalist about environmentalism

• Read: The World Without Us by Alan Weisman

• The physiology of laughing and crying

• Instagram: @earthspeed

• The livestock and agriculture on Adrian’s farm

• How Adrian’s learned to be a steward of the land

• Drinking culture in Austin and Luke’s decision to stop drinking alcohol

01:01:46 — Adrian’s Evolving Views on Fatherhood & Masculinity

• Dropping out of film school and creating his documentary, Shot in the Dark

• Adrian’s view of fatherhood and how it has evolved

• Being raised by a single mom & how being a feminist was destructive to his personality

• Intentionally cultivating masculine energy to protect and support his family

01:22:04 — Exploring Boundaries, Identity & Authentic Creativity

• How to differentiate passivity with diplomacy

• Setting boundaries and defending them

• The potentially dangerous naivete that comes from seeing the good in people

• How to practice confronting conflict 

• Adrian’s relationship with his father now

• Watch: Teenage Paparazzo

• Reconciling pure creative expression with the egoic identity and how its perceived

• Three teachers or teachings that have influenced Adrian’s life and work

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Resources:

• Learn more: lukestorey.com/adrian

• Instagram: @adriangrenier

• Earth Speed: @earthspeed

• DuContra Ventures: ducontra.ventures

• Lonely Whale Foundation: lonelywhale.org

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