
No Backup Plan by Nathaniel Drew
Life is a series of experiences and we're just making sense of that as we go along. That is what I'm doing here, one conversation at a time.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 9min
It's scary how much I'm becoming like my parents. | #026
Exploring the author's observations about their parents' fashion choices and reflecting on the three phases of their relationship with them. The speaker reflects on inherited traits and gains empathy for their parents. Reflecting on how the speaker is becoming like their parents and exploring the influence of nature and nurture on personal growth.

Feb 5, 2024 • 10min
What a homeless man taught me. | #025
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Twitter → https://twitter.com/nathanieldrew_

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Feb 2, 2024 • 18min
Why so many YouTubers are quitting right now | #024
Explore the reasons behind YouTubers quitting, the significance of production value and intrinsic value in YouTube videos, and the challenges faced by creators. Learn the importance of unique content, playing the long game, and the transformative art of filmmaking.

Jan 24, 2024 • 16min
How & why I failed to write a book | #023
Join the last live cohort of Frame x Frame, my film and video editing masterclass (available for a limited time): https://www.fxfcourse.com
My newsletter if you want to follow along on my journey 🍦→ https://www.nathanieldrew.com/newsletter
Listen to the audio version of the podcast → https://anchor.fm/nobackupplan
Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nathanieldrew_/
Cœur, my clothing brand → https://coeur.nathanieldrew.com/
My online courses → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/onlinecourses
My Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/nathanieldrew
The subreddit for this podcast → https://www.reddit.com/r/NoBackupPlan/
My gear 📷 → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/my-gear
Twitter → https://twitter.com/nathanieldrew_

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Sep 4, 2023 • 1h 37min
Has Mr. Beast Ruined YouTube? – Max Reisinger | #022
Check out Frame by Frame, available for signups for a limited time → https://www.fxfcourse.com
Check out Max's Youtube channel here → https://www.youtube.com/@MaxReisinger
Newsletter 🍦→ https://www.nathanieldrew.com/newsletter
Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nathanieldrew_/
Cœur, my clothing brand → https://coeur.nathanieldrew.com/
My online courses → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/onlinecourses
My Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/nathanieldrew
The subreddit for this podcast → https://www.reddit.com/r/NoBackupPlan/
My gear 📷 → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/my-gear
Twitter → https://twitter.com/nathanieldrew_
Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:30 - FxF Course
0:04:00 - Youtube NewWave
0:11:00 - Max’s Youtube Philosophy
0:20:00 - Working Collaboratively
0:24:00 - Max’s Youtube Journey
0:37:00 - Creator Camp
0:44:00 - How to handle having sponsors
0:52:00 - Positive Thinking
0:57:00 - How real can you be in art?
1:08:00 - The power of storytelling
1:14:00 - Max’s College Experience
1:20:00 - The power of living abroad
1:27:00 - Group dynamic and community
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Music
The original Nathaniel Drew x Tom Fox soundtrack → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/nathaniel-drew-original-soundtrack

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Aug 22, 2023 • 1h 39min
How To Figure Out What You Want In Life – Alex (French Guy Cooking) | #021
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Lingoda Placement Test → https://blog.lingoda.com/en/lingoda-language-level-placement-test/
Check out Alex's Youtube channel here → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPzFLpOblZEaIx2lpym1l1A
Newsletter 🍦→ https://www.nathanieldrew.com/newsletter
Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nathanieldrew_/
Cœur, my clothing brand → https://coeur.nathanieldrew.com/
My online courses → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/onlinecourses
My Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/nathanieldrew
The subreddit for this podcast → https://www.reddit.com/r/NoBackupPlan/
My gear 📷 → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/my-gear
Twitter → https://twitter.com/nathanieldrew_
Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Introduction
0:04:00 - Obsession with work
0:13:00 - What does self-growth mean?
0:20:00 - Should you aim at perfection?
0:22:00 - What is the value of ingredients?
0:35:00 - Alex's relationship with his audience
0:40:00 - What is the value of tools?
0:50:00 - The value of the act of cooking
1:00:00 - The relationship with food and culture
1:05:00 - The relationship with comments
1:20:00 - The value of understanding something new
1:38:00 - Outro
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Music
The original Nathaniel Drew x Tom Fox soundtrack → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/nathaniel-drew-original-soundtrack

Aug 10, 2023 • 1h 15min
Damon Dominique: Non-Monogamy, Soul Mates, Dating & Plagiarism | #020
Grab the exclusive 2 year NordVPN deal with my code: NathanielPlan → https://nordvpn.com/nathanielplan
Check out Damon's work here → https://www.youtube.com/c/damondominique
Damon's Language Courses → https://courses.damondominique.com
Damon's Book You Are a Global Citizen → https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Global...
Newsletter 🍦→ https://www.nathanieldrew.com/newsletter
Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nathanieldrew_/
Cœur, my clothing brand → https://coeur.nathanieldrew.com/
My online courses → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/onlinecourses
My Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/nathanieldrew
The subreddit for this podcast → https://www.reddit.com/r/NoBackupPlan/
My gear 📷 → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/my-gear
Twitter → https://twitter.com/nathanieldrew_
Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Introduction
0:01:00 - NordVPN
0:02:30 - Plagiarization on Youtube
0:13:00 - What is good taste?
0:18:00 - Damon's childhood
0:24:00 - What do you have most and least in common with your family?
0:28:00 - Youtube and balancing life
0:36:00 - Damon's relationship with his family
0:43:00 - Where is home?
0:50:00 - Are soulmates real?
0:56:00 - Will you ever get married?
1:02:00 - Body Positivity
1:12:00 - Outro
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Music
The original Nathaniel Drew x Tom Fox soundtrack → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/nathaniel-drew-original-soundtrack

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Jul 16, 2023 • 1h 5min
Lana Blakely: Navigating Loneliness in Your 20s | #019
Consider supporting my work by getting one of the Amor Fati rings (there are only a limited number available!) → https://coeur.nathanieldrew.com/
Check out Lana's work here → https://www.youtube.com/@LanaBlakely
Newsletter 🍦→ https://www.nathanieldrew.com/newsletter
Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nathanieldrew_/
Cœur, my clothing brand → https://coeur.nathanieldrew.com/
My online courses → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/onlinecourses
My Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/nathanieldrew
The subreddit for this podcast → https://www.reddit.com/r/NoBackupPlan/
My gear 📷 → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/my-gear
Twitter → https://twitter.com/nathanieldrew_
Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Introduction
0:00:45 - Amor Fati Rings
0:03:00 - Loneliness
0:16:00 - Living In The Moment
0:18:00 - Denial and the Comfort Zone
0:22:00 - Is Life an Exchange?
0:28:00 - Spontaneity
0:39:00 - Vulnerability
0:48:00 - Looking Inward
0:55:00 - Growing Relationships
1:02:00 - Outro
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Music
The original Nathaniel Drew x Tom Fox soundtrack → https://www.nathanieldrew.com/nathaniel-drew-original-soundtrack

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Jun 13, 2023 • 1h 22min
The Danger of Blindly Following What Your Parents & Society Are Telling You | #018
The following is a conversation that will provoke and, perhaps, unsettle some of you. With my friend George Poulos, we explore the perils of anchoring your self-worth on personal achievements and how operating like this is ingrained in us from a young age. We also explore the deeper meaning of crisis and what it can teach you about life. Whether you agree with us or not, I promise this is gonna make you think.
Here are links to George’s podcast and other work:
Podcast YT: http://youtube.com/georgepoulos2
Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6VYa57VWP4CB1DwSXcKj6H
TikTok/IG: @georgepoulos
Website/Merch: http//georgepoulos.com
Listen to the audio version of the podcast → https://anchor.fm/nobackupplan
Timestamps:
0:00:01 Intro
0:01:42 How A City is the reflection of Yourself
0:03:00 Grades and Growing Up
0:08:00 What does Spirituality Mean?
0:15:00 The pitfalls of language and labels
0:20:00 What does it mean to be present?
0:31:00 George's spiritual journey
0:50:00 How people debate and communicate
0:55:00 What is permanece, change and spirituality
1:00:00 How spirituality changed George's view of life
1:08:00 What is fear?
1:15:00 The importance of listening to our body
1:20:00 Outro
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May 26, 2023 • 1h 8min
The Joys and Struggles of Moving to Paris - Moya Mawhinney | #017
The following is a conversation with moya mawhinney, a vlogger based in Paris. We discussed the challenges and magic of moving to and living in Paris amongst other things.
This was a different kind of podcast episode where we were having breakfast at the same time, it’s more of a “hang with us” kind of experience, I suggest grabbing something to drink or to do some visually creative project like painting or drawing while you listen.
Moya's work – https://www.youtube.com/@moyamawhinney
0:00:00 Introduction
0:02:00 Why move to Paris?
0:09:00 Living in Different Big Cities
0:12:00 Perks of Paris
0:25:00 Travelling and Loneliness
0:37:00 Following Your Dreams
0:44:00 Finding an Apartment in Paris
0:52:00 Recent France Protests
0:59:00 Misconceptions of Paris and Parisian People
1:07:00 Outro
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My Newsletter 🍦
Support this podcast by shopping Cœur.
My instagram
Check out this podcast on YouTube
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