

THE 505 PODCAST
Brayden Figueroa, Kostas Garcia, Chase Uttley
This is a podcast for creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone trying to live outside of society's normal boundaries. We are here to share our experiences, answer questions, and feature impactful guests with incredible insights. We also share our stories and make each other laugh.
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Oct 16, 2024 • 1h 5min
129. Through Her Lens: Meet The Woman Capturing 49ers History (Sarina Soriano)
What's up Rock Nation, today we welcome Sarina Soriano to the show! Sarina was born and raised in San Jose, California and has always been passionate and involved in sports. Her tenacity led her to become the first female Senior Producer for the San Francisco 49ers, also making her one of the first Latina cinematographers in the NFL. She works in 49ers Studios where she creates content for the San Francisco 49ers website and social media channels. She is a two-time Emmy Award winner in the following categories: "Best in Craft Achievement Photographer/Editor Spanish: Sarina Soriano" and "Best Sport's Program Live or Post-Produced: 49 Hours." Check out Sarina here:https://www.instagram.com/sarinasoriano_/https://www.sarinasoriano.com/The Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideCollab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId25Concert Photography Masterclass:www.kostasgarcia.com/masterclassChase’s Totality LUT pack:https://www.chasealexanderfilm.com/color/totalitylutpackCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejTimestamps: 0:00 - Intro1:05 - Rock Talk2:04 - Sarina Joins4:13 - How Sarina Got Started6:13 - Her Inner Battles7:54 - Marketing Herself as a Content Creator8:45 - Working in a Male-Dominated Industry11:15 - Mentoring Younger Women12:55 - How the 49ers Have Helped Her14:45 - Shooting an NFL Game16:30 - Where to be for Kickoff19:02 - Mic’ing Up NFL Players22:00 - Shooting First Home Game23:56 - Being a Lifeline to the Fans24:54 - Typical Aperture for NFL Game26:50 - Settings Talk27:19 - Positioning on the Field28:46 - Her Go-To Piece of Equipment29:20 - Amateur vs Pro Shooter30:15 - Anticipating Shots31:45 - Shooting Pregame32:45 - Her Favorite Shot36:20 - How to Get a Job in Sports41:10 - Gauging Success44:00 - Transitioning to Directing46:40 - Building Relationships with Players49:35 - Winning Emmys52:30 - Her Schedule is CRAZY55:55 - How to Balance 57:50 - Recharging59:10 - Doing it ALL1:00:00 - Her Brand Partnerships1:01:25 - Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable1:02:53 - Sticking to a Posting Schedule1:03:28 - Her Future1:04:43 - Advice to her 18 Y/O SelfIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. DM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

Oct 9, 2024 • 53min
128. We Reviewed Your Videos And Gave Our Honest Opinions (Work Review #3)
What's up Rock Nation, we're back with our third work review. Thanks to all the rocks who sent in videos for us to review. Keep crushing the content!Enter for a chance to win $100k from Artlist!The Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideCollab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId25Concert Photography Masterclass:www.kostasgarcia.com/masterclassChase’s Totality LUT pack:https://www.chasealexanderfilm.com/color/totalitylutpackCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejTimestamps: 0:00 - Intro0:16 - One Handed Crack0:43 - Chase’s 24 Hour Fitness Debacle 4:30 - Artlist $100k Fund5:49 - Rock #19:50 - Rock #213:17 - Rock #314:13 - Rock #415:56 - Rock #518:50 - Rock #621:20 - Rock #722:15 - Rock #825:21 - Rock #927:27 - Rock #1029:06 - Rock #1130:30 - Rock #1232:13 - Rock #1333:47 - Rock #1434:09 - Rock #1535:21 - Rock #1637:20 - Rock #1738:44 - Rock #1840:49 - Rock #1941:26 - Rock #2044:17 - Rock #2147:05 - Rock #2250:54 - Rock #23If you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. DM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

Sep 30, 2024 • 46min
127. How YouTubers Are Robbing Big Brands Blind in 2024
What's up Rock Nation, today we're breaking down how creators like Ryan Trahan, Mr. Beast, Mark Rober, Christian Guzman, Nick Bare, Logan Paul, Jake Paul, and Emma Chamberlain are all disrupting industries with their creator lead businesses. How are they doing it? Creating an audience through their content and building in public. We give you a look into their marketing playbook, how and why it's working for them, and how you can take what they're doing and apply it to your own business.Get $50 Off Motion Array When You Use our Link: https://motionarray.com/?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970The Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideCollab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId25Concert Photography Masterclass:www.kostasgarcia.com/masterclassChase’s Totality LUT pack:https://www.chasealexanderfilm.com/color/totalitylutpackCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejTimestamps0:00 - Trailer0:52 - One Handed Crack1:51 - The Era of the YouTube CEO2:45 - Minted NYC4:18 - Being a Youtuber is NOT simple6:45 - 5 Key Points8:08 - Chris Do “Authenticity”8:35 - Audience Engagement9:31 - How to Create Relatability11:50 - Share What You Are Going Through14:44 - You Are a Media Company, Not a Brand15:42 - Motion Array16:55 - Ryan Trahan22:05 - Mark Rober27:42 - Nick Bare34:50 - Christian Guzman43:10 - Building a Business with Passion 43:33 - SHAKE IT UP44:10 - They Blocked Out the Noise44:35 - Now is the Best Time to Disrupt45:30 - Connect w/ Fig on LinkedIn! 46:00 - Drop a Like/Sub if Enjoyed! If you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. DM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

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Sep 25, 2024 • 1h 58min
126. The Blueprint Any Creative Can Follow to Build a 7-figure Business - Daniel Priestley
Join Daniel Priestley, an award-winning entrepreneur and author, as he shares invaluable insights into building a successful creative business. He explains the 'Key Person of Influence' concept, emphasizing the five Ps: pitching, publishing, products, profile, and partnership. Listeners learn how to craft effective pitches, create a robust product ecosystem, and navigate the J-curve of entrepreneurship. Daniel also discusses financial strategies like sponsorships and targeting high-value clients, making this a must-listen for aspiring creatives.

Sep 17, 2024 • 1h 14min
125. Balancing Content Creation with a 9-5: When to Quit w/ JHAWK
We got JHAWK, Johnny Hochstetler back on for round 2! This was a fun episode as the boys were fresh off the Sony Kando Trip. JHAWK and Bfig both recently left their full-time jobs and discuss the pros/cons of working a 9-5. This episode is very insightful if you're looking to take the leap and want advice on how to do it. Sign Up for the Dream Client Accelerator: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/dream-client-acceleratorJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId25COP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKThe Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideConcert Photography Masterclass:www.kostasgarcia.com/masterclassChase’s Totality LUT pack:https://www.chasealexanderfilm.com/color/totalitylutpackTimestamps:0:00 - Trailer1:31 - New cohort announcement2:26 - One-handed crack challenge3:29 - Sony event experience5:17 - Feelings after quitting full-time job7:36 - Balancing content creation with full-time work11:23 - Creating digital products16:11 - Sacrifices made for content creation19:43 - First brand deal experience21:41 - Tips for starting brand deals26:34 - Content creation after quitting full-time job31:08 - Creating Lab Culture brand37:20 - Benefits of having a full-time job44:58 - Content cadence and scheduling51:32 - Future content plans59:44 - Using Fujifilm X100V for content creation1:03:51 - Long-form vlog content1:11:24 - Potential podcast ideas for future events

Sep 10, 2024 • 52min
124. How to Land Your DREAM CLIENT and GET PAID What You're Worth
What's up Rock Nation, today we're talking about positioning. Today we cover why positioning is so important, what people get wrong when it comes to positioning, and how you can separate yourself from the competition through becoming a specialist. We know how talented most of you are, but the business side of being a creator can be challenging. We hope today helps you think about your creative business, and how you can improve your positioning to attract more and better clients! Sign up for the "Dream Client Accelerator" Waitlist here!https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/dream-client-acceleratorThe Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideCollab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId25Concert Photography Masterclass:www.kostasgarcia.com/masterclassChase’s Totality LUT pack:https://www.chasealexanderfilm.com/color/totalitylutpackCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejTimestamps: 0:00 - Trailer1:15 - One Handed Crack2:05 - Positioning Explained4:04 - Who do you want to serve?6:04 - How we got to work with Mercedes Benz7:19 - Brands want specialists8:39 - Dream Client Accelerator11:08 - What happens when you’re poorly positioned12:18 - You’re leaving money on the table12:50 - Value Based Pricing14:12 - You need to be asking high quality questions14:37 - You want to aim to be in the top 5%15:24 - Quality is expected16:22 - The biggest way to separate yourself from the competition17:28 - Brayden’s competitive advantage18:45 - S.W.A.T. analysis20:26 - Fine Dining VS buffet21:15 - Marketing yourself becomes easier when you specialize21:39 - Building Trust with clients23:09 - Provide an experience25:45 - You can provide multiple services, but you need to be deep in one26:25 - The four fears of specialization26:53 - Why you won’t miss out on opportunities if you specialize28:13 - Perceived Higher Value allows you to charge more for your work28:52 - Too many options, leads to buyers confusion30:17 - Referrals32:47 - Mastery brings satisfaction35:04 - Everyone starts somewhere38:36 - Find a mentor39:44 - Why “I don’t know how” is Bullsh*t44:04 - How you can Reposition yourself49:27 - How you can Reposition the competitionIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. DM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

Sep 5, 2024 • 1h 10min
123. The Truth About Why I Left My Dream Job with the Los Angeles Lakers
The day has finally come, Brayden has officially quit the Lakers. Today, he goes into what his tenure filming for the Lakers was like, and why he ultimately decided to leave his dream job.We want to help you take your creative business to the next level and have you finally land your dream client. Sign up for the Dream Client Accelerator Waitlist here:https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/dream-client-acceleratorThe Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideCollab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId25Concert Photography Masterclass:www.kostasgarcia.com/masterclassChase’s Totality LUT pack:https://www.chasealexanderfilm.com/color/totalitylutpackCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE:https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejTimestamps:0:00 - Trailer1:13 - Dream Client Accelerator3:26 - One Handed Crack4:07 - Brayden Quit the Lakers5:13 - What this means for Lebron’s Legacy6:55 - Would Brayden do it again?8:15 - What Advice Brayden would give himself five years ago11:30 - What Brayden learned about how to run a company from the Lakers14:24 - Where Brayden found his fit with the Lakers16:44 - Artlist17:41 - What Brayden learned from LeBron21:58 - Brayden’s favorite moments26:00 - The night LeBron broke the scoring record27:59 - Flying with the team29:14 - Staying at the nicest hotels29:47 - Being in the elevator with Lebron, Melo, Russ, and AD31:48 - Our NYC trip32:55 - Anticipating moments during the game36:01 - Advice to young sports filmmakers39:27 - If you are going to shoot sports, you have to LOVE it43:20 - How to take your sports filmmaking to the next level52:15 - Why Brayden decided to quit58:23 - Taking the pod to the moon1:00:26 - Prioritize yourself1:04:11 - What brayden needed to do before he quit1:06:05 - Invest in yourselfIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on.DM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!)Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

Aug 27, 2024 • 1h 23min
122. MTVJesse Unfiltered: Leaving NELK to Build His New Brand (Sunday)
What's up Rock Nation, today we welcome the legendary MTVJesse. Jesse is well-known for his time with NELK and building the empire of FULL SEND merch. After seven years of partying and pranking people for a living, Jesse decided to walk away from the company he build from the company he build from the ground up. We talked to Jesse's about his new venture's, Sunday and Bloody Sunday, and what life has been like post NELK. The Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideCollab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId25Concert Photography Masterclass:www.kostasgarcia.com/masterclass15% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKTimestamps: 0:00 - Trailer1:15 - Intro3:05 - One Handed Crack4:18 - Jesse talks his new warehouse studio5:14 - Choosing a specific green for Sunday6:43 - What Jesse learned from NELK’s marketing8:33 - When the idea for Sunday started10:24 - Jesse was playing a character for seven years12:28 - Creating the Sh*thole series14:12 - Creating content for the audience vs. for yourself16:10 - How the Sunday team works together17:08 - Sunday vs. Bloody Sunday explained19:59 - What brands mess up with marketing21:52 - What motivates Jesse now24:26 - Why Jesse makes such high quality clothing25:47 - Why Drop Style marketing works with clothing28:05 - When 10 Minutes determines the whole brands success29:10 - Terrible fashion trends31:36 - Creating a brand around a specific pantone color33:53 - How Jesse measures success35:07 - What Jesse’s struggled with regarding Sunday37:04 - Building company culture39:02 - Cliques are the most dangerous thing for a company41:29 - Why NELK decided to first make merch44:47 - Getting recognized in the early days of NELK45:58 - RONA SEASON48:28 - How Jesse comes up with the marketing for his brands50:14 - Selling out Sunday’s first drop52:27 - The turning point for Jesse and Sunday53:47 - Biggest boxing upset55:00 - Turning a first time buyer into a loyal customer57:36 - Paid ads vs organic content1:02:41 - Where Jesse draws his inspo1:03:39 - Jesse’s best flatground trick1:04:44 - How to reinvent yourself1:08:36 - Jesse’s Daily Routine1:14:47 - Why we’re craving in person connection1:17:21 - Some Kids launching in Zumiez1:20:48 - Does Jesse worry about burning out1:21:54 - Advice to your 18 year old selfIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@kostasgarcia/featuredDM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

Aug 21, 2024 • 48min
121. 10 Tips for Shooting Better Concert Photos from a Touring Photographer
What's up Rock Nation! Today we're talking all things concerts. Kostas has been shooting concerts for the past three years, and today's he's sharing with you his top 10 tips to for better concert photos!Take your Concert Photography to the NEXT LEVEL:https://www.kostasgarcia.com/masterclassThe Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideCollab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKTimestamps: 0:00 - Intro1:09 - One Handed Crack2:02 - Lollapalooza with Loud Luxury3:16 - How Kostas started shooting concerts4:49 - Shooting EDC for the first time6:22 - Kostas’ Concert Photography Course8:28 - What’s Included in the Course9:25 - Gear needed to shoot concerts11:53 - Best Concert Photography accessories14:31 - Use the gear you have15:37 - Tip #2 - Focus on the emotion of the artist17:55 - Tip #3 - Shoot more than just the artist21:38 - Tip #4 - Anticipate the shot22:56 - Front of house26:38 - Bonus Tip - Keep the setlist on your phone27:09 - Tip #5 - Start Local and Start Small30:44 - Tip #6 - Artists want to work with people they like33:02 - Tip #7 - Quick turnaround time36:07 - Presets are crucial39:25 - Tip #8 - Be proactive about getting BTS moments44:25 - Tip #9 - Move around the venue and get a variety of shots45:31 - Tip #10 - Be nice, and network with other photographersIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@kostasgarcia/featuredDM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

Aug 13, 2024 • 1h 30min
120. Nadeshot’s Journey to Building 100 Thieves into an eSports Empire
What's up Rock Nation! Today we welcome an absolute gaming GOAT, Nadeshot! Nadeshot went from pro gamer, to building one of the largest esports brands in the world with 100 Thieves. In this episode, we talk about everything from going from what the early days of pro gaming were like, his recent 1v1 vs. Banks and what that meant for the gaming community, doing over $1.5 million in sales in an hour with 100 Thieves apparel, and what the future holds for himself and 100 Thieves. Checkout Nadeshot here:https://www.instagram.com/nadeshot/https://www.youtube.com/ @Nadeshot https://www.instagram.com/100thieves/https://www.youtube.com/ @100Thieves Collab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970The Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideYou definitely need to cop some Lexar Memory Cards and Portable SSDs:Lexar ARMOR 700 Portable SSD: https://bit.ly/4ckNVhzLexar Professional 2000x UHS-II SD Card GOLD: https://bit.ly/3KHgSbMLexar Professional CFexpress Type A Card GOLD: https://bit.ly/3XpUICtLexar Professional CFexpress Type A / SD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Reader: https://bit.ly/3Vda36kJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsKostas’ Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKTimestamps: 0:00 - Trailer1:36 - Intro3:01 - One Handed Crack4:27 - Why Nadeshot hates downtown LA5:09 - Nadeshot’s experience on the NO JUMPER podcast6:02 - Why Nadeshot started 100 Thieves7:58 - Nadeshot’s talks about his business partner, Blake Robbins9:17 - Securing a $10,000,000 Series A investment for 100 Thieves10:34 - The first employees at 100 Thieves11:42 - Why people usually stay working in ESports forever12:18 - Being at the right place, at the right time, with Gaming13:20 - The tournament that changed Nadeshot’s life14:53 - Why Nadeshot went all in with COD15:40 - Walking through the hidden door of professional gamers16:31 - How Nadeshot convinced other players to join his pro team17:05 - Sh*t Talking in COD17:48 - The difficulties of getting players to join 100 Thieves20:04 - Artlist20:48 - Pitching 100 Thieves first investor - Dan Gilberts22:35 - The best advice Nadeshot received in the early days24:15 - Being rich is awesome24:44 - Why Esports is currently not a good investment25:31 - 100 Thieves apparel29:20 - 100 Thieves Creator Class31:31 - How Nadeshot streams for so long32:26 Talking sh*t to the chat33:00 - Nadeshots #1 COD tip34:00 - BLACK OPS 6 leaks35:09 - Nadeshot plans to only play BLACK OPS 6 when it drops36:23 - Why Nadeshot started streaming at 5am37:57 - How to get better at video games38:56 - Nadeshot claims aim training is Bullsh*t39:49 - Nadeshots redemption against his old nemesis40:09 - Nadeshot’s pregame ritual40:40 - Our love for Caffeine 41:47 - How supportive Nadeshot’s parents were of his gaming dreams43:49 - Nadeshot’s hobbies outside of video games46:51 - Nadeshots talks vlogging setup and camera gear50:47 - How Nadeshot learned how to use a camera53:36 - The Sony a7sii was a game changer for Nadeshot54:44 - Nadeshot didn’t trust anyone else to edit his videos55:54 - Why Nadeshot couldn’t enjoy daily vlogging56:29 - Making videos for yourself vs the audience57:29 - How Nadeshot got connected with Drake59:19 - How Nadeshot measures the success of 100 Thieves1:01:42 - Nadeshot almost walked away from 100 Thieves entirely1:03:51 - Nadeshot’s relationship with the board of 100 Thieves1:07:35 - How Nadeshot provides the most value to 100 Thieves1:10:21 - How well Nadeshot takes feedback1:13:00 - Nadeshot’s advice for growing a brand1:17:21 - Nadeshots relationship with his community1:18:34 - NADESHOT VS. FAZE BANKS1:22:32 - The future of 100 Thieves1:26:59 - Advice to your 18 year old selfIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. DM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/