Something More Human

How do your relationships and community change when you experience growth and success in entrepreneurship? We sat down with our new friend Anna Zesbaugh who owns not one, not two, but three successful businesses in Denver and discuss imposter syndrome, ego inflation, and transforming relationships.   If you're in the Denver area, you can knock out three birds with one stone and experience a Hooch Booch craft cocktail inspired hard kombucha, or a functional beverage and our personal favorite, the Corpse Reviver, at her 1920s speakeasy inspired bar, the Blind Tiger, right in the heart of Denver's RiNo Arts District. Shop Hooch Booch Shop Corpse ReviverConnect with Anna on InstagramStay Connected with Sam & ElliotGrab your "IF NOT LOVE THEN WHAT" hat, your new favorite tea & shop our all our new merch!Follow us on Instagram & TikTokUnlock the full experience and dive deeper with The Something More Society!By joining The Something More Society, you’ll gain access to vibrant community chat channels, exclusive mini episodes + ad-free listening, and the opportunity to connect directly with us and fellow listeners.

Announcing The Something More Society! We’ve noticed the social fabric of our society wearing down and believe the best way to heal it is through intentional connection and community where art, voice, and written words are celebrated. Our mission with Something More Human has always been to create a movement and a space where this is possible. We’re creating the community we think society is in need of. There is no community without YOU and it means the world to us to have your support. We’d love for you to join us in The Something More Society and share your own thoughts, questions, and experiences. Inside, we’re curating chat channels and exclusive mini episodes just for you. Join us here

If we can’t talk surface level stuff and then go realllyyy deep, we don’t want it.Amanda dives into the mindset of meeting people and making friends, why all human connection starts with a connection to self, and why curiosity is a lost art. You'd think we've known Amanda for a long time but this was our first time meeting her!Connect with AmandaInstagramAmanda's podcast, Just Mands The Podcast, on Apple and SpotifyStay Connected with Sam & ElliotGrab your "IF NOT LOVE THEN WHAT" hat, your new favorite tea & shop our all our new merch!Follow us on Instagram & TikTokUnlock the full experience and dive deeper with The Something More Society!The go-to place to level up your connection, community, and collaboration. By joining The Something More Society, you’ll gain access to vibrant community chat channels, monthly book club, exclusive mini episodes + ad-free listening, and the opportunity to connect directly with us and fellow listeners.

The answer seems obvious enough. But, do we really? Elliot tells Sam all the time of his dreams and visions of the future, but so often gets in his own way of achieving them. Together, we break down the reason for that.We talk about how to get out of your own way, transcend your Upper Limit, and find the things you’ve been looking for your whole life, starting today… RIGHT NOW!Grab your new favorite tea from New Mexico Tea Company HEREStay Connected with Sam & ElliotShop our brand new merch!Follow us on Instagram & TikTokWant us to answer your question, address a special topic, or discuss a story of yours? Your input will be an integral part of our future episodes! Submit your question, topic request, or personal stories HEREMentioned in this episode: The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level by Gay Hendricks

Overcoming the loss of her mother and son to suicide and her husband whose death she believes was from a broken heart, Dr. Kimberly Harms flew to us from Minnesota to discuss how. We discuss the sneaky feelings of guilt and shame in the journey of grief and how to leverage your community during mourning. Kim is the author of "Are You Ready? How to Build a Legacy to Die For" and shares the ways we can prepare the inevitable passing of our loved ones. *DISCLAIMER* This episode discusses triggering themes such as suicide. Grab your new favorite tea from New Mexico Tea Company HERE Purchase Dr. Kimberly Harms' book HEREStay Connected with Sam & ElliotShop our brand new merch!Follow us on Instagram & TikTokWant us to answer your question, address a special topic, or discuss a story of yours? Your input will be an integral part of our future episodes! Submit your question, topic request, or personal stories HERE

Could we get 100+ people to leave their phones behind and exist in the present moment for three consecutive hours? We created Return to Real Life, a phone-free in person experience, to find out. This episode is inspired by Jonathan Haidt’s new book, The Anxious Generation, which touches on the mental health crises of adolescents that began in the early 2010s. He believes, and so do we, that our phones have a major role to play in society’s declining mental health, and Return to Real Life is a series not focused on vilifying phones, but rather acknowledging that there are better things we could be doing with our time, and all the great things that can come from community gatherings without distractions. Grab your new favorite tea from New Mexico Tea Company HERE Stay Connected with Sam & Elliot Shop our brand new merch!Stay in touch with us on Instagram and TikTokWant us to answer your question, address a special topic, or discuss a story of yours? Your input will be an integral part of our future episodes! Submit your question, topic request, or personal stories HERE.

How do you know who belongs in your inner circle? We all like to think we know who makes up our inner circle and why but do we really? Are there people in there currently who no longer belong? We break down 5 tips to help you determine who is best suited for your inner circle (and who isn’t).Grab your new favorite tea from New Mexico Tea Company HEREStay Connected with Sam & Elliot Shop our brand new merch!Stay in touch with us on Instagram and TikTokUnlock the full experience and dive deeper with The Something More Society!The go-to place to level up your connection, community, and collaboration. By joining The Something More Society, you’ll gain access to vibrant community chat channels, monthly book club, exclusive mini episodes + ad-free listening, and the opportunity to connect directly with us and fellow listeners.

Is it possible to create and maintain a strong community while choosing van life, traveling full time, or working remotely? Maria shares everything from the challenges and risks to the power and fulfillment in choosing to live as a nomad doing remote work. Yes, it does include fractured ribs and expensive van repairs, but Maria also shares invaluable insight about not only how to make a living on the road, but how to cultivate a consistent community to avoid the perils of loneliness while constantly traveling.Stay Connected with MariaFollow her on Instagram @missmariabitnerand TikTok @mariabitnerStay Connected with Sam & Elliot Visit our websiteStay in touch with us on Instagram @somethingmorehuman and TikTok @somethingmorehumanWant us to answer your question, address a special topic, or discuss a story of yours? Your input will be an integral part of our future episodes! Submit your question, topic request, or personal stories HERE

Coming out as an adult is difficult enough, but in the midst of processing emotional trauma, relocating, and going to school full time, that’s enough to overwhelm anyone. We talk with one of our very best friends, Meghan, about her newfound insights as a lesbian, coming out as a 26 year old, how she cultivated self love after coming to terms with her trauma, and how that brought her to the love of her life, Serena. Serena provides heart-on-her-sleeve inspiration for those growing up in a household of people who may not agree or understand your sexuality, and talks about how she knew Meghan was the one for her.Stay Connected with Serena: Follow her on instagram @supreme_reena_Stay Connected with Sam & Elliot:Visit our website & and stay in touch with us on Instagram @somethingmorehuman and TikTok @somethingmorehuman.Want us to answer your question, address a special topic, or discuss a story of yours? Your input will be an integral part of our future episodes! Submit your question, topic request, or personal stories HERE

A simple, cost-effective way to reconnect with our loved ones by putting our phones out of reach and prioritizing presence of mind, fun, and relaxation. We talk about how allowing ourselves the time and space to ask powerful questions creates an opportunity to explore and learn more about each other and ultimately reconnect our friendship. Elliot also talks about a realization he had about how to break the cycle of negative thoughts that turn into negative actions. Tune in to explore insights and actions that will lead to a more positive and fulfilling relationship not only with yourself but with those you love the most.Stay Connected with Sam & Elliot:Visit our website & and stay in touch with us on Instagram @somethingmorehuman and TikTok @somethingmorehuman.Want us to answer your question, address a special topic, or discuss a story of yours? Your input will be an integral part of our future episodes! Submit your question, topic request, or personal stories HERE