
The Rise Productive Podcast
In this weekly podcast, Demetri Panici and Chantz Visse from Rise Productive explores what it means to build a better life. Here you will find deep dives into topics ranging from productivity, philosophy, and other areas of self-development.
Stop by for a listen and start your journey toward building a better life today.
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Latest episodes

Aug 17, 2021 β’ 1h 9min
59 - How to Be a Stoic by Massimo Pigliucci
In our latest podcast episode, Chantz and I review the awesome book "How to Be a Stoic" by Massimo Pigliucci! If you are looking to learn how to be a stoic then I highly recommend you check out this book which has been really impactful on both of our lives! This book review is one of many in a series filled with productivity, business, philosophy, and self-improvement books. Let us know your thoughts on this subject by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts!
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RESOURCES & LINKS:
π» My Website RiseProductive: https://www.riseproductive.com/
π₯ Demetri's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA
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π Get my FREE eBook "10 Steps to Saving Time and Doing More": https://www.riseproductive.com/save-time-do-more/
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Aug 10, 2021 β’ 1h 1min
58 - Ending the Argument on Nature vs Nurture
In this week's episode of the Rise Productive Podcast, Chantz, and I talk about the Nature versus Nurture argument! We have been talking personally about this topic for nearly a year so I think it's awesome that we finally got around to making a podcast episode about this topic! Let us know your thoughts on this subject by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts!
If you enjoy the show overall, please leave us a positive rating on Apple Podcasts!
RESOURCES & LINKS:
π» My Website RiseProductive: https://www.riseproductive.com/
π₯ My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA
π Get my FREE eBook "10 Steps to Saving Time and Doing More": https://www.riseproductive.com/save-time-do-more/
π§π½ Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA

Aug 3, 2021 β’ 1h 2min
57 - The Secret to Avoiding Burnout
In this week's episode of the Rise Productive Podcast, Chantz, and I break down the secret to avoiding burnout! This is an important topic as summer comes to a close and school will be starting for many! Let us know your thoughts on this subject by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts!
If you enjoy the show overall, please leave us a positive rating on Apple Podcasts!
RESOURCES & LINKS:
π» My Website RiseProductive: https://www.riseproductive.com/
π₯ My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA
π Get my FREE eBook "10 Steps to Saving Time and Doing More": https://www.riseproductive.com/save-time-do-more/
π§π½ Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA

Jul 27, 2021 β’ 1h 4min
56 - Headline Reading and Straw Man Arguments
In this week's episode of the Rise Productive Podcast, Chantz and I break down a serious issue that has caused major conversational issues in the past few years. Headline reading that leads to straw man arguments is the issue and we are here to try and solve it! Let us know your thoughts on this subject by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts!
If you enjoy the show overall, please leave us a positive rating on Apple Podcasts!
RESOURCES & LINKS:
π» My Website RiseProductive: https://www.riseproductive.com/
π₯ My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA
π Get my FREE eBook "10 Steps to Saving Time and Doing More": https://www.riseproductive.com/save-time-do-more/
π§π½ Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA

Jul 20, 2021 β’ 1h 5min
55 - NCAA Name, Image, Likeness
In this week's episode of the Rise Productive Podcast, Chantz and I talk about a topic that has affected both of us. The NCAA rule change on Name, Image, Likeness. What does this mean for us and other college athletes? Find out by listening to the full episode! Let us know your thoughts on this subject by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts!
If you enjoy the show overall, please leave us a positive rating on Apple Podcasts!
RESOURCES & LINKS:
π» My Website RiseProductive: https://www.riseproductive.com/
π₯ My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA
π Get my FREE eBook "10 Steps to Saving Time and Doing More": https://www.riseproductive.com/save-time-do-more/
π§π½ Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA

Jul 13, 2021 β’ 55min
54 - Two Division-1 Student-Athletes Talk Effective Time Management
In this week's episode of the Rise Productive Podcast, Chantz and I break down what it was like for BOTH OF US to manage our time as student-athletes! This is a very exciting episode as we are able to talk about how Chantz is a student-athlete now! It's an exciting time at Rise Productive and I'm glad you are able to be a part of it. Let us know your thoughts on this subject by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts!
If you enjoy the show overall, please leave us a positive rating on Apple Podcasts!
RESOURCES & LINKS:
π» My Website RiseProductive: https://www.riseproductive.com/
π₯ My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA
π Get my FREE eBook "10 Steps to Saving Time and Doing More": https://www.riseproductive.com/save-time-do-more/
π§π½ Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA

Jul 6, 2021 β’ 1h 3min
53 - Income Inequality and the Wealth Gap
Income inequality and the wealth gap are serious issues in the United States and abroad. Listen to the latest episode of The Rise Productive Podcast to hear Chantz and I's deep conversation on why the wealth gap is broadening and what got us to this point in the first place! Let us know your thoughts on this subject by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts!
If you enjoy the show overall, please leave us a positive rating on Apple Podcasts!
RESOURCES & LINKS:
π» My Website RiseProductive: https://www.riseproductive.com/
π₯ My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA
π Get my FREE eBook "10 Steps to Saving Time and Doing More": https://www.riseproductive.com/save-time-do-more/
π§π½ Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA

Jun 30, 2021 β’ 60min
52 - Why Hustle Culture is Toxic
WORK HARDER! In this week's episode of the Rise Productive Podcast, Chantz and I break down the toxicity of hustle culture. It's a very interesting situation to talk about as I am currently working a lot of hours between work and this side hustle and Chantz is working hard as well. Let us know your thoughts on this subject by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts!
If you enjoy the show overall, please leave us a positive rating on Apple Podcasts!
RESOURCES & LINKS:
π» My Website RiseProductive: https://www.riseproductive.com/
π₯ My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA
π Get my FREE eBook "10 Steps to Saving Time and Doing More": https://www.riseproductive.com/save-time-do-more/
π§π½ Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA

Jun 23, 2021 β’ 1h 5min
51 - Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport
Cal Newport is an amazing author who has completely changed the way I look at minimalism and how I can apply it to everything digital. In episode 51 of The Rise Productive Podcast Chantz and I review Cal Newport's book "Digital Minimalism". We discuss the book's pros/cons, my digital detox experience, and rank this book in comparison to "The Four Hour Work Week".
If you enjoy the show, please leave us a positive rating on Apple Podcasts!
RESOURCES & LINKS:
π» My Website RiseProductive: https://www.riseproductive.com/
π₯ My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA
π Get my FREE eBook "10 Steps to Saving Time and Doing More": https://www.riseproductive.com/save-time-do-more/
π§π½ Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA

Jun 16, 2021 β’ 58min
50 - How to Build Your Personal Brand
How do you build your personal brand? I have been building my own personal brand for a little over a year and now that Chantz is on board it made for a great podcast topic. In episode 50 of The Rise Productive Podcast, we discuss how to build your personal brand, how to repurpose content, and more! If you enjoy the show, please leave us a positive rating on Apple Podcasts!
RESOURCES & LINKS:
π» My Website RiseProductive: https://www.riseproductive.com/
π₯ My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA
π Get my FREE eBook "10 Steps to Saving Time and Doing More": https://www.riseproductive.com/save-time-do-more/
π§π½ Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjy5wrSZmcFefxex3ljOouA