

Long Shot Leaders with Michael Stein
Michael Stein: Entrepreneur, actor, filmmaker, comedian & self help expert
Long Shot Leaders tell the stories and secrets of leaders, Innovators, entrepreneurs, and various high achievers. We interview people of all walks of life and explore their struggles, shortcomings, challenges, and setbacks that ultimately lead to growth and betterment.
Hard-hitting and fast-moving, connecting people from all walks of life to learn about entrepreneurship, leadership, relationships, cruise ships, and any other kind of damn ship you can think of. We talk to leaders in culture, film, regular business, show business, monkey business, you name it! digging deep to find the tools, tactics, and tricks that listeners can use.
Michael Stein likes deconstructing why people do what they do and how they can be better.
Hard-hitting and fast-moving, connecting people from all walks of life to learn about entrepreneurship, leadership, relationships, cruise ships, and any other kind of damn ship you can think of. We talk to leaders in culture, film, regular business, show business, monkey business, you name it! digging deep to find the tools, tactics, and tricks that listeners can use.
Michael Stein likes deconstructing why people do what they do and how they can be better.
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Mar 13, 2023 • 41min
How to market yourself or your company and make an impact on society with founder and CEO of NTM Marketing, Andrew Gottlieb
How to market yourself or your company and make an impact on society with founder and CEO of NTM Marketing, Andrew Gottlieb Andrew Gottlieb is the Founder & CEO at No Typical Moments (NTM), a highly specialized digital marketing agency that works exclusively with purpose-driven and social impact-focused businesses to collectively advance humanity as a California Benefit Corporation. Our talented team members are passionate about issues like climate change, personal development, gender equality and animal welfare among others.

Mar 10, 2023 • 55min
How to escape imposter syndrome and start your own podcast with Mike DiCioccio of the Mike'd Up podcast
How to escape imposter syndrome and start your own podcast with Mike DiCioccio of the Mike'd Up podcast Mike'D Up! with Mike DiCioccio showcases inspiring entrepreneurs, award-winning authors, thought leaders, business & mindset coaches, peak performers, entertainers, and other talented individuals who join the show to share their personal stories and deliver key insights to provide you the ammo needed to level up and achieve your greatest dreams.

Mar 8, 2023 • 1h 3min
How to go from a penny to hundreds of millions of dollars with serial entrepreneur Anthony Amunategui
How to go from a penny to hundreds of millions of dollars with serial entrepreneur Anthony Amunategui Anthony Amunategui, Founder of CDO Group, Inc., started his career with college painting houses, Discovery Zones, and Banana Republics. The founder was discovered at Discovery Zone by a Project Manager for his outstanding craftsmanship and efficiency as a painter, which led to a paid trip. Later, Anthony was invited for an interview in Chicago for a Junior Coordinator position and successfully got the job. He was provided with a credit card from the company and was paid to travel to different places like California, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. Additionally, Anthony’s team dramatically lessened the time to develop these Discovery Zone playgrounds to under seven days! Anthony Amunategui was able to take what he learned to Einstein Bagels, Boston Chicken, Panera Bread, and Au Bon Pain, and all in other cases. He did everything perfectly that he built himself out of a job. This is how an outsourced construction management group was invented, and CDO Group was formed. Anthony was able to make CDO Group a highly sought-after and satisfied clients’ requirements such as Hampton Inn & Suites, Kate Spade, McDonald’s, TGI Friday’s, Ann Taylor, Dunkin’ Brands, and Gap Mac Cosmetics. Anthony’s genuine passion and love for construction, empowering people, new concepts, and daily seeking after self-improvement has overwhelmed everyone in the niche. Anthony believes in developing good relations by offering an excellent experience to the biggest multi-unit retailers. Many brands have entrusted CDO Group with their business.

Mar 6, 2023 • 25min
Why we should live "Label Free" with Human Trafficking Survivor, Widow, former C-Level Executive, Fashion Designer, Bodybuilder, Skincare Expert, Ms Chicago America Nation, Deanna Radulescu
Human Trafficking Survivor, Widow, former C-Level Executive, Fashion Designer, Bodybuilder, Skincare Expert, Ms Chicago America Nation 2021. Shares why we sholud live "Label Free"

Mar 3, 2023 • 59min
How to create riches out of niches with origami artist Ross Symons
White on Rice is a brand centered around the ancient Japanese art of origami(paper folding). A 365 day origami Instagram project in 2014 which grew to over 100K followers in less than 2 years is now a full time business. I have worked with clients from all around the world creating social media content and origami installations. Specializing in origami stop frame animations, White on Rice prides itself on creativity and content creation excellence. From start to finish we conceptualize and create custom origami designs, origami installations, stop motion animations and social media content for brands and companies. I collaborate with creatives and other artists to create products and share ideas. Our main focus is on creating social media content in the form of video animations and still photography along with physical origami installations that represent the online based content. Blending digital content into the real world.

Feb 28, 2023 • 59min
The wildest journey and surviving near death experiences with world explorer Chaz Powell
The wildest journey with world explorer Chaz Powell After exploring and hiking the globe for the last two decades. Chaz now lives his life as an Explorer, Expedition Leader, Survival Guide, and Ranger. His project ‘The Wildest Journey’ is all about his journeys by foot along Africa's wildest rivers, with an aim to raise awareness for wildlife conservation and anti-poaching. In 2016/17 Chaz spent 137 days walking over 3000km from source to sea along the Zambezi River, and in 2019 spent 47 days walking 1120km from source to sea along the Gambia river and in the same year leading a small team of 800km over 29 days from east to west across Madagascar whilst walking source to sea along the country's longest river, The Mangoky.

Feb 24, 2023 • 33min
How to create your own career of adventure with adventurer, filmmaker, TV/film personality JJ Yosh
How to create your own career of adventure with adventurer, filmmaker, TV/film personality JJ Yosh J.J. Yosh's as an adventurer, filmmaker, TV/film personality. He's an eco-visionary that uses film & TV to inspire people to explore the great outdoors as well as appreciate nature.

Feb 22, 2023 • 44min
Going from a 16 year motocross career to being a stand-up comedian with Clint Esposito
Going from a 16-year motocross career to being a stand-up comedian with Clint Esposito

Feb 20, 2023 • 41min
How to go where many have not and explore the world with cinematographer and world explorer, Cristian Dimitrius
How to go where many have not and explore the world with cinematographer and world explorer, Cristian Dimitrius Cristian Dimitrius is a cinematographer, photographer, and television presenter specializing in wildlife and natural history. On land or underwater, from ants to whales, Cristian’s innovative cinematography and unorthodox camera techniques are helping to revolutionize the way people see and perceive wildlife. Cristian pushes the boundaries of wildlife filmmaking with his amazing still images and stunning video sequences, made with the most advanced camera technologies available. In addition to several film credits, Cristian has shot and produced for the world’s top television networks including the BBC, National Geographic, Discovery Channel, Globo TV, History Channel, and Animal Planet. Cristian Dimitrius’s long-life mission is to inspire people to fall in love with our planet through his images, arousing the desire for knowledge and conservation of the place we all can call home. Currently, Cristian is also one of the presenters of the segment Domingão Aventura (Big Sunday Adventure) in Globo TV Domingão Faustão Show. His successful stories have been acclaimed by the public and critics, for he has been innovating with their cameras ingeniously, bringing images never shown on Brazilian television.

Feb 17, 2023 • 1h 3min
The female Top Gun, combat veteran, and Thunderbird pilot Michelle Curran talks about here amazing journey
The female Top Gun and hero Michelle Curran talks about her amazing journey Michelle Curran is a former United States Air Force (USAF) major and a pilot in the USAF Air Demonstration Squadron, or Thunderbirds. Combat Veteran, Former F-16 Fighter Pilot, & Lead Solo AF Thunderbirds Michelle Curran has led an impressive career as a Fighter Pilot during her 13 years in the United States Air Force. From 2019-2021, she flew as the only female pilot for the Air Force Thunderbirds and performed for millions across the country and internationally. Michelle was also named the Distinguished Alumna of the Year by the University of St. Thomas in 2021. She has been featured on several well-known media platforms, including The Kelly Clarkson Show, CBS Evening News, and Glamour. Before joining the Thunderbirds, Michelle was a combat proven fighter pilot completing missions across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. She has a passion for pushing her limits, inspiring others, and changing lives. As the Lead Solo for the Thunderbirds, Michelle realized the flying was cool, but the best part was inspiring others to overcome their fears and pursue their dreams. Since transitioning out of the military, she has founded her company, Upside Down Dreams, and is committed to empowering men and women of all ages to overcome obstacles and the fear of failure. She has inspired thousands through her passion for breaking barriers and setting the example of what can be accomplished through handwork. When Michelle isn’t speaking, she volunteers as part of the Veteran’s Outdoor Advocacy Group, spends time with her stepson and husband rock climbing, and pursues her mountaineering goals. Michelle and her family enjoy their home city of Las Vegas as a hub to adventure from.