The Genuinely Interested Podcast

Rebecca is a comedian and actress. She's been in hit shows such as The King of Queens, 2 Broke Girls, Will & Grace, and more. She is also the founder and president of Stand up for Pits Foundation, an amazing nonprofit that is dedicated to ending abuse and discrimination of "pitbull" type dogs. Rebecca hosts the popular 'Stand Up for Pits' comedy special, that is built around raising awareness for the cause. Some of the world's biggest names in comedy have performed at the Stand Up For Pits events, including Patton Oswalt, Jim Gaffigan, Bill Burr, Bob Saget, Adam Sandler, David Spade, and Tig Notaro... to name a few. This is a cause that is close to my heart and I loved having Rebecca on to discuss the following.  Rebecca and I discussed: What is a Pitbull type dog? What is BSL? How she got into comedy The false narrative of media around Pitbulls  Why she started SUFP Her passion vs her purpose in life  Why Spaying & Neutering is so important Why velvet hippos are the best  The discrimination Pitbulls face from insurance companies to state legislators  And much more... Rebecca Corry  Stand Up For Pits  My Take: To single out one breed of dog, and say that they are bad or dangerous, is in a word, stupid. Not only is it not backed by actual science or data, but it is also, in fact, dangerous to that breed. Pitbulls are no different than any other dog (except they're better) - they are amazing, loving, gentle dogs that have been covered by the media terribly, and often abused, at the hands of psychologically stunted people. If you are looking for your new best friend, go adopt a Pitbull in a shelter today.  Support the Podcast

Kraig Adams is a Youtuber, hiker, minimalist, and filmmaker. With 600,000 subscribers, videos that regularly reach hundreds of thousands of views, and many inspired by videos by his fans, he has cemented himself as one of Youtube's most well-known creators in this space. A New York native, Kraig regularly travels to some of the most beautiful landscapes on earth to disconnect. in 2016 he started uploading his travel and hiking videos, but it wasn't until 2019 when he started shooting silent solo hikes around the world that he saw real success on Youtube.  Kraig and I discussed: His early career shooting weddings  His journey of becoming a successful Youtuber  Why he chooses a life of minimalism How he developed his style of shooting  Balancing a busy NYC life vs the quiet outdoors How not to be motivated by ego  Some amazing travel stories  The "mo money, mo problems" effect And much more... Kraig Adams My Take: There are many ways of traveling - there are many ways of hiking or shooting something that has been done before. Being unique is important, but more important is being authentic. Create the world you want to see, I believe that being able to see the world, exploring new places, and experiencing the unknown is the greatest adventure and teacher. If you stay true to what you want to do by default you will stand out,  even if it just a little bit.  Support The Podcast

Jonathan is the founder of Creator Cabins and a partner at capital.community - which provides early-stage funding and resources for creators to help them succeed. His mission is to increase the GDP of the creator economy. He is a former director of product at Instacart, but after working there for over 5 years, he decided to leave and focus on growing the Creator Cabin community in Texas - full-time.  Jonathan and I discussed: What his new venture Creator Cabins is all about His thoughts on the emerging audio phenomenon, Clubhouse What the 6 levels of the creator economy are? Could we see more independent creator communities in the future? His time at Instacart Why Austin and Miami are so popular right now Why his time in Thailand was life-changing And much, much more... Jonathan Hillis My Take: We are seeing a surge of tools to help creators become more independent. Perhaps in the future, we will all be freelancers working on our time, where we want, and how we want - without the constraints of an actual office or regular hours. The future is unknown, but one thing is for sure, - we are moving away from traditional media, and in an age where everyone can leverage their best assets and traits, the future is looking bright for independent creators. Support The Podcast

Peter Singer is an Australian philosopher and a professor of bioethics. He works mostly in practical ethics and is best known for his now-famous book, Animal Liberation. Over the last 5 decades, Peter has written 17 books and has been the editor or co-author of two dozen more. Many have called Singer the “world’s most influential living philosopher". He is often credited with starting the modern animal rights movement. Peter has inspired generations to examine their relationship with their food and to see animals as more than just "things". Peter is an Ira W. DeCamp Professor of Bioethics in the University Center for Human Values at Princeton University. Peter and I discussed:  What gave him the original inspiration to write Animal Liberation Why Peter thinks people dismiss animal suffering What are the 3 biggest ethical catastrophes we face Are dogs different from pigs in their capacity to feel? The potential of lab-grown meat His new book - The Golden Ass And much more... Peter Singer My Take: Our consumption habits are taking a toll on the environment, on our lives, and most importantly on the billions of animals we slaughter each year. In the year 2021, it is time we all do some soul-searching and ask ourselves, can we do better? Can we think beyond the steak to see the cow? Think beyond the bacon to see the pig? Most humans are inherently good, I believe, which is why they are scared to ask themselves these questions - as the answers inevitably will result in committing some sort of change - which many people are hesitant to embark upon. Support the Podcast

Ed Latimore is a best-selling author, former professional heavyweight boxer, and competitive chess player. His writing focuses on self-improvement and a practical approach to stoic philosophy. Ed is a modern-day renaissance man. He has a degree in physics, was in the military, is a former pro boxer, a chess player, a blogger, and an author - amongst all the other things he does. Ed has a large social media following, where he regularly urges his followers to better their lives through life lessons that he has learned along his way.  Ed and I discussed: The pay in boxing vs MMA How he feels about the new celebrity boxing trend His amateur & pro boxing career  Why he does not drink any alcohol  How we can train the brain as a muscle Getting his physics degree How he built a massive social media following And much, much more... Ed Latimore My Take: Life is full of opportunities and beauty. If we can, we should try and experience as much of it as we can. The world has become much smaller, but our options and opportunities have increased exponentially. Take advantage of this and see what other things are out there - because, perhaps, your next passion is something you didn't even know you were into.  Support The Podcast

Ilana Golan is an entrepreneur turned tech investor, she is also the first woman to become an F-16 flight instructor commander in the Israeli Airforce F-16 simulator program. She is a board director and general partner at Homrun, the first of its kind network-based venture, accelerating the growth of Israeli companies in North America. She is also the inventor of CareerLeap - an exclusive program for executives that has been transforming thousands of lives and careers. Besides having an incredible career in the tech sector and being a sought-after keynote speaker, Ilana is an Ironman-finisher, avid world traveler, and mountain climber. Ilana and I discussed:  Why Israel is such a tech hub Her early career in the army Her job at Intel Her "failures" in business Her unique approach to travel Why good mentors are key to leveling up.  How she learned the importance of reading the room when speaking How she overcame her own fear of public speaking And much more... Ilana Golan My Take: Failure is not an end destination but merely a temporary pitstop on the way to achieving your goals. All great founders and entrepreneurs who strive for greatness have hiccups along the way. The key is to keep moving, to not allow "failure" to define you - but merely allow it to teach you how to do better next time.  Support the Podcast

Beth Stelzer is a housewife, mom, and amateur powerlifter from Minnesota. Beth founded Save Women's Sports in early 2019. She stresses that defending women in athletics ought not to be a partisan, nor religious issue. Save Women's Sports is a coalition that seeks to preserve biology-based eligibility standards for participation in female sports. Beth was noticing an alarming number of trans women that were coming over to compete with biological females and were demolishing their records. She wanted to make sure women do not lose out on scholarships, sponsorships, and athletic opportunities to competition that is biologically bigger, faster, stronger than them.  I hope you listen to this episode with an open mind.  Beth and I discussed: The massive athletic advantages males have over females Biologically male athletes competing against biologically female athletes Why she feels so passionately about this Why she decided to found Save Women's Sports What is the fair thing to do with regard to trans athletes? The story of Selina Soule The threats she’s received fighting for women and much more... Beth Stelzer My Take: This should not be controversial, biological males have advantages over biological women in sports - they’re bigger, stronger, faster. Look at almost every record in every sport - men outperform women in every one of them. Sports are built on the premise of fairness, biological females should compete against other biological females because they dedicate their lives to their respected sport, and are well deserving of their achievements. Support the Podcast

Michael Moss is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist. He is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller SALT SUGAR FAT: How the Food Giants Hooked Us. His new book, Hooked: Food, Free Will, and How the Food Giants Exploit Our Addictions, an exposé of how the processed food industry exploits our evolutionary instincts, the emotions we associate with food, and legal loopholes in their pursuit of profit over public health.  Michael and I discussed: His new book How big corporations have used our biology and psychology against us  Why body fat acts as an organ  What constitutes addiction Will big corporations adjust to a market that demands healthier options? Vegan processed foods The "diet" industry  And much More... Michael Moss My Take: The big companies that sell us cheap processed foods have been getting better at addicting us to their foods. They want to sell us the most and make the most profit. It is up to us to be more "food literate." We need to be more knowledgeable on what we consume, how often we consume it, and the ingredients we ingest. As a result, the more we know about our food, the better our choices in the supermarket aisles will be.  Support the Podcast

Ted Ryce is a high-performance coach, world-class fitness trainer, and longevity evangelist. He is a leading fitness professional for over 20 years in the Miami Beach area, who has worked with some top celebrities & CEO's. Currently, Ted helps men and women over 40 optimize their health, lose fat, and transform their bodies. Ryce is also the host of The Legendary Life Podcast.  To say that Ted has had a turbulent life is an understatement, Ted has gone through things that would break the average person. But instead of breaking, Ted decided to better his life, pursue his passion, and help others do the same.  Ted and I discuss: His tragic family history What happened to his younger brother How his journey of physical fitness began Dishonest "fitness gurus" What to eat/what not to eat His life in Miami Living in Brazil  And much more... Ted Ryce  My Take - Life is never easy, for some of us, however, it is much harder. How we deal with our life circumstances will determine our quality of life. We can only control ourselves. We have no power or control over everything else, so we must press forward with determination, but also compassion, and make the most of our short time on this earth. Ted is a perfect example of someone who went through many adversities and time after time managed to overcome - and in the process - became someone who helps others.  Support the Podcast

Shane Heath is the founder and CEO of MUD\WTR, a Venice-based coffee alternative brand that he launched out of his kitchen in 2018. Shane is an artist and an entrepreneur. He paints, practices BJJ, meditates, does breathwork, and is a firm believer in the healing power of psychedelics.  After realizing that coffee was causing him negative side effects, Shane started figuring out other ways to enjoy the ritual of a hot beverage in the morning without all the negative side effects he was getting from coffee. After figuring out a blend of ingredients that worked for him, he quickly realized other people were having the same side effects that he experienced from coffee and that there was a real demand for what he was creating.  Shane and I discussed: The story behind MUD\WTR Creating a startup in your kitchen  Reaching a flow state The benefits of meditating  Psychedelics  How to promote your company on social media  Evolving the coffee experience  And much more... Shane Heath  MUD\WTR My Take: Just because something has been around for a long time does not mean it can't evolve or change or even disappear. Just because we've been consuming something for a long time does not mean it is necessarily good for all of us. Milk or meat or coffee or beer, whatever it is, don't just eat/drink it is because it is how it's always been done. Make sure it is really benefiting you, not harming you, stay inquisitive, ask questions, be skeptical, be open to ideas and experiences, find out what works for you, your body, and your needs.  Support The Podcast Catchphrase eBook