

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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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.

Feb 16, 2023 • 1h 17min
How to gain that edge that gets you to the next level with the coach of the rich and powerful Wylie McGraw
How to gain that edge that gets you to the next level with the coach of the rich and powerful Wylie McGraw A battle rages within, and it demands radical intervention. My name is Wylie McGraw and I'm not a Coach; I'm a Performance Accelerator.

Feb 13, 2023 • 31min
How to find you true purpose and inner peace from a programming point of view with Mitch Hankins
Mitch Hankins is a cloud-certified full-stack developer who speaks to professionals struggling to find meaning in life. He has developed his expertise by working with some of the largest organizations in the US, including Nasdaq and the US Military. With over a decade of professional experience, Mitch noticed he and his colleagues often struggled with feelings of isolation. This often led to an unfulfilled life where complacency and loneliness were the norms. Mitch can help anyone who feels disconnected to experience a fuller and more connected life.

Feb 10, 2023 • 40min
Getting your dream of becoming an author off the ground with Lorna Hollifield
Getting your dream of becoming an author off the ground with Lorna Hollifield Lorna Hollifield is a Charleston-based fiction author and magazine columnist, as well as the Editor in Chief of The Yellow Bird Press. She grew up in the mountains outside of Asheville North Carolina, where she started writing as a first grader. Lorna spent many years seeking publication, writing for numerous blogs, contributing to literary anthologies, and appearing in small publications. In 2017, her debut novel Tobacco Sun was picked up by Pen Name Publishing, and catapulted her into the professional writing world. Shortly after, Lorna became a columnist in a suburban newspaper called The Islander, and then Charleston's leading women's magazine, Skirt. She now writes regularly for Azalea Magazine. Lorna founded The Yellow Bird Press in 2019 to find authentic stories with wings ready to truly fly. Her goal is to set these stories free into the world where they belong. When Lorna isn't writing or combing the world for amazing new authors, she is most likely on a beach somewhere with her husband Kimsey, daughter Allyn, and spunky spaniel, Margaret.

Feb 8, 2023 • 50min
Going where no other persona has gone before with underwater cave diver Andy Torbet
Going where no other persona has gone before with underwater cave diver Andy Torbet Andy Torbet is a Scottish underwater explorer, professional cave diver, skydiver, freediver and climber, Film Maker, and TV Presenter; most notably the BBC's The One Show, Coast, Operation Iceberg

Feb 6, 2023 • 51min
How to grow your revenue to 7 figures with social media master Drew Blumenthal
How to grow your revenue to 7 figures with social media master Drew Blumenthal Since starting his own agency in 2017 Drew has grown revenue to nearly 7 figures and how offers services from paid ads to web development to organic social media growth. Clients' budgets range anywhere from $1,500 per month to over $1,000,000 and industries such as SaaS, ECommerce, and home services.

Feb 3, 2023 • 1h 11min
Despite being born with a disability in both arms, America's Got Talent" finalist, and comedian, Ryan Niemiller, the self-proclaimed "Cripple Threat of Comedy" shares his views of the world from the perspective of the handicapped.
Despite being born with a disability in both arms, America's Got Talent" finalist, and comedian, Ryan Niemiller, the self-proclaimed "Cripple Threat of Comedy" shares his views of the world from the perspective of the handicapped.

Feb 1, 2023 • 49min
How to market yourself or your business and create a social impact with Eric Ressler
How to market yourself or your business and create a social impact with Eric Ressler Eric Ressler is the founder and CEO of Cosmic. Cosmic is a Social Impact Creative Agency. We empower social impact organizations to catalyze real-world change by helping them nail their impact story, build brand awareness, and inspire action.


