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Ideas Syn

by Denise Bonet

Health & Fitness Society & Culture

Season 1

Rock Climbing & Personal Development with Dan Thompson

Join us as we dive into the world of rock climbing and the inevitable battle scars that come with it. Dan takes us through his journey into the sport, his experience with injuries and recovery, and how his other passions have shaped his personal growth. Along the way, we explore the deeper impact of these pursuits—building resilience, finding identity, and fostering meaningful connections. We also touch on the power of community, overcoming loneliness, and the ever-evolving nature of relationships. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that goes beyond the climb! Contact Info Instagram: me_me_noodles Inspiration Annapurna by Maurice Herzog Kiss or Kill by Mark Twight

Krav Maga & Cooking w/ Yankel Polak

"I've walked out with so many concussions," Yankel shares as he recaps his experiences fighting and training in Krav Maga. This week, we'll talk about the sacrifices you make to train in martial arts and how that mindset and passion can translate to other areas of your life. Yankel not only has a love to fight but to cook. As a chef, he recounts his journey from being a cook to becoming a chef and now owning his own catering business. Let's get cooking! Yankel's Contact: Email: yankelpolak@gmail.com Instagram: @chefyankel Books: On Combat: The Psychology and Physiology of Deadly Conflict in War and in Peace: https://a.co/d/acEKmQ9 Left of Bang: How the Marine Corps’ Combat Hunter Program Can Save Your Life: https://a.co/d/anCd7Hr

Mask Making & Sound with Lee Michael

Lee also shares his passion for mask making and how it's become a catalyst for his way of self-expression and healing. Along with the audio component of exploration and art, we discuss Lee's experience with sound using different instruments and music composition. Lee's Contact: Instagram: @lee___michael @backwards_eel Lee's Inspiration: Books: Inferno, Dante Alighieri (trans Mark Musa) La Vita Nuova, Dante Alighieri (trans Mark Musa) Zombie Survival Guide, Max Brooks The Descent, Jeff Long Calling A Wolf A Wolf, Kaveh Akbar Healing the Shame That Binds you, John Bradshaw Homecoming, John Bradshaw The Artist's Way, Julia Cameron Podcasts: Talking Scared, Neil McRobert Vs, Danez Smith & Franny Choi People: Jonni Good, Ultimate Paper Mache Miya Turnbull, Self-portrait photo masks Joel Hernandes, Large self-pop art & masks Kristen Egan, Gourd masks Charity Bliss, Band (friend) Arulu Gallagher, artist mask maker teacher Places: Nantahala National Forest, NC Charles Umlauf Sculpture garden, Austin TX That one part of the woods (any woods) Things: My journals My portrait-making box The conspiracy theory wall for my book! Jaw Harp Cardboard & Tape/ Mache strips Shows: Iron Chef (1993) The X-Files Midnight Gospel Music: Vulgar Display of Power - Pantera The Blessed Hellride - Black Label Society EP2 - Yaeji Aloha Polydor - Fishmans Reign in Blood - Slayer Halloween All the Time - Eddie Golden iii Black Sabbath - Black Sabbath The Apostasy - Behemoth Paralytic Stalks - of Montreal

Filmmaking and Creativity w/ Rogue Pan

How often are you giving your imagination credit? Like curiosity, it's not something many pay attention to or try to harness. Rogue and I talk about how our imagination can influence our creativity and hobbies. We'll talk about filmmaking, understanding the behind the scenes processes for creation, writing and writer's block, mental health and wellness, along with a few other fun topics such as policy and privacy and women's roles in culture. Rogue's Contact: Email: ruthpanproductions@gmail.com Instagram: @ruthpanproductions FaceBook: Rogue Pan Resources: You're Not Lazy: https://youtu.be/A2sS00egAzg?si=aWHOLMn5Nb-n9SUT Nutshell Technique: https://www.jillchamberlain.com/the-nutshell-technique Ghosts of Gold Mountain: https://a.co/d/0QNySzk Hayao Miyazaki: https://www.thousandfaces.club/posts/why-miyazaki-studio-ghibli-still-inspire-thousands-of-creators The Artist's Way: https://a.co/d/9Tryrlq Rogue's Inspirations: Book Genres: Science Fiction classic Literature Historical Nonfiction Podcasts: The Gilded Age Official Show The Last of Us Official Show Foundation Official Show Shows: Steven Universe - Bridgerton The Gilded Age Doctor Who Foundation Extrapolations Blackish Grownish Broad City Stranger Things Writing: Isaac Asimov: https://www.britannica.com/biography/Isaac-Asimov Individuals: Ang Lee, Hayao Miyazaki, Gemma Chan, Michelle Yeoh, Rashida Jones, Tracee Ellis Ross, Constance Wu, Lucy Liu, Chloe Zhao, Ava Duvernay, Shonda Rhimes, Oprah, Niecy Nash, Ken Jeong Places: Taiwan is my first home so I do gravitate there in my thoughts. Japan is a great country for traveling. Motivations: My two guinea pigs Chip and Clover are some of my biggest motivations. Music: K-Pop like 2NE1 and Twice. Alternative like LP. Hip Hop, Korean, and Mandarin rap Movies: There's really so many, each time I get asked this question the answer changes! The Legend of 1900 Amadeus Poor Things Everything Everywhere All At Once Infernal Affairs (the real Departed movie) Support My Podcast! Thanks ;) https://buymeacoffee.com/ideassyn

Social Entrepreneurship and the Mind w/ James Hamet

Where does your mind lead you? James shares his stories and experiences with social entrepreneurism and how his values and perceptions on life led him to create businesses for a positive social cause. We explore the concepts around the mind include our concept of time, reality, personality, fears, and acceptance can alter and/or change our lives. This conversation wouldn't be complete without a little mix of the multiverse theories, synesthesia, multiple realities, frequencies, and the battle between spirituality and science. James' Contact: james@vistimlabs.com Books: The Obstacle is the Way https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Obstacle-Is-the-Way-Audiobook/B0BT54XTLW?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp Musicophilia: Tales of Music and the Brain https://www.audible.com/pd/Musicophilia-Audiobook/B002VA9LFW?eac_link=Vmv7YHXoLJ9k&ref=web_search_eac_asin_1&eac_selected_type=asin&eac_selected=B002VA9LFW&qid=NptVZ283my&eac_id=146-2743743-8221837_NptVZ283my&sr=1-1 The Surrender Experiment https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Surrender-Experiment-Audiobook/B00YHYAVNG?eac_link=g6oiqt2gMJLJ&ref=web_search_eac_asin_1&eac_selected_type=asin&eac_selected=B00YHYAVNG&qid=qtve018vCt&eac_id=146-2743743-8221837_qtve018vCt&sr=1-1 Support My Podcast! Thanks ;) https://buymeacoffee.com/ideassyn

Film and Culinary Arts w/ Jessica

Find out what's cooking with Jessica! She shares her passion for film, media, independent film, and the culinary arts. We'll explore some of the concepts in (music) video creation, visualizations, music, and how to convey emotion or a message. We'll talk about finding work life balance as well as finding time for your passion with a busy schedule. Jessica's Contact: Instagram: @music.ismymu5e Austin Film School: https://austinfilmschool.org/classes Read Your Mind by Pardyalone: Music Video: https://youtu.be/q0Uta5ODVGg?si=hqHu5Ubg8KiBKjf- Song: https://open.spotify.com/track/3SDT5tq8M2DTjCfmg9ycZR?si=e51ce8d7c7654eb4 Support My Podcast! Thanks ;) https://buymeacoffee.com/ideassyn

Wilderness Survival & Medicine w/ Manny

Manny shares his experience in medicine and the overlap in mental fortitude with wilderness survival. We'll expand out to include cold exposure/ice baths, breathwork, resiliency, learning as a teacher vs a student, and more! Manny's Contact Email: lee.md.03@gmail.com Website: https://www.ntphp.com/locations/austin.html Clinic Phone: (737) 285-3770 Earth Native School: https://www.earthnativeschool.com/ Support My Podcast! Thanks ;) https://buymeacoffee.com/ideassyn

Music & Creativity w/ Stanley a.k.a. Brullah

Let's dive into a creative's mind and explore how music has influenced Stanley's life. We'll talk about the creative process and influences like religion, AI, collaborations, environment, and dreams that help guide someone to new pieces of art and expression. Stanley's Contact: Instagram: @goodbrullahmusic Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9a2Ab9fHB8tXbfVOxzXraw Music: https://li.sten.to/KillaP Support My Podcast! Thanks ;) https://buymeacoffee.com/ideassyn

Social Activism & Crypto w/ Gonzalo

In this episode with Gonzalo, we listen to his story about how his passion for social activism and transparency and how it led him to crypto and blockchain. We'll learn more about his interests in creating unique solutions to convoluted problems, along with his experiences with corruption in political systems. Gonzalo's IG: @gonzalobanmedi Support My Podcast! Thanks ;) https://buymeacoffee.com/ideassyn

Music Production w/ David Ominous Style Music

This week we're talking to David from Ominous Music Style about his love and passion, music production. He'll share his journey into and out of music production over his life and how it's impacted his drive and purpose. We also talk about aspects of people's lives such as intimacy, pornography addiction, trauma, relationships, and healing. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ominousmusicstyle/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCy6adMhcRGnzyY5NZUwvkw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3yph8yJ4Ped4Eol541fnVU?si=LkbCbWMpSZmel3H3YZGrAA Resources: Ableton Garageband FL (Free Loop) Studio Chordify Groups: ATXProducers Support My Podcast! Thanks ;) https://buymeacoffee.com/ideassyn

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