756: Chris Van Vliet From Small Town Reporter to Interviewing the Rock

Consistency has been a very important aspect of developing one’s self, learning the curves along the way, and finding your niche in becoming a better version of yourself. Today we are joined by Chris Van Vliet, as he talks about his journey from being a small-town reporter to interviewing well-known celebrities and creating 300k Subscribers and followers on different social media platforms. Chris is a 4-time Emmy award-winning TV Host, Entertainment Reporter, and YouTuber based in Los Angeles, CA. He has traveled the world reporting from events like the Oscars, Grammys, and the Cannes Film Festival, Let’s find out together what makes Chris an effective host and great person. Listen and enjoy!

Key Highlights: 

 

[00:01 - 11:00] Opening Segment 

Chris talks about his childhood and living inside a supportive household.

A young Chris pretends to be a radio broadcaster developing his passion for presenting himself to people.

The School TV studio opens opportunities for Chris in learning the basics of communication studies.

Volunteering as a street team and eventually a part-time job for a local radio station.

 

[11:01 - 20:11] Thrown to The Wolves, a First-Day Job Experience

Chris speaks about his free labor to TV internship and a high school job at a pet store. 

Absorbed by the company on his 22nd birthday, Chris began as an anchor for Sunday news.

Finding a real job on a different side of the country.

Celebrity Interviews;

 Directors, Actors, Comedians, musicians UFC fighters, and WWE; 

 

[20:12 - 32:00] Finding Your Balance Through Self Improvement

Chris learns how to turn interviews into conversations.

Imagining Podcasts as reps through patience and consistency.

Learning about Youtube and google AdSense and turning them into passive income.

His interview with The Rock and gaining momentum on social media.

 

[32:01 - 39:21] Podcasting is Habitual

Why Podcast is a source for external education

Youtube vs Podcasting

Watch time vs Listening time;

Active vs Passive;

More interview experiences from different celebrities

 

[39:22 - 44:21] Goal Driven: Figuring It Out Every Single day!

How Chris discovers himself in every milestone he achieves.

Entering more adult life decisions 

Chris and his commitment to his relationship.

 

[44:22 - 45:49] Closing Segment

Want to connect with Chris Van Vliet? Visit www.chrisvanvliet.com/ or you can follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. You can also watch his videos through Youtube and CVV Clips and listen to Insights with Chris Van Vliet at Apple Podcast. Google Podcast and Spotify.

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Resources Mentioned:

Every Conversation Counts: The 5 Habits of Human Connection that Build Extraordinary Relationships

Tweetable Quotes: 

“Eyeballs are eyeballs whether they’re on a TV screen or a phone, they’re still eyeballs.”

- Chris Van Vliet

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