Pioneers Podcast
1) Episode 82: Pivoting with Andy Mock of Blackthorn Leather
Andy Mock was a very successful graphic designer (working with heavyweights in the auto industry) when something unexpected happened: his labor of love eclipsed his main “gig.” At this mom...Show More
2) Episode 81: Burning Bridges
I wanted to talk about something I have encountered many, many times throughout my career: the end of creative partnerships. In general, saying goodbye is just a part of life in the entertainment indu...Show More
3) Episode 79: Schwabisms – How to Build a Team
7 Principles on how to build a team. 1. Resume’ and skill is an entry point only 2. Choose based on shared passion 3. Loyalty is a must 4. Build incentives for performance ...Show More
4) Episode 77: Schwabisms #3
Seven principles to live by: 1. Take a step away 2. Competition is your friend 3. When in doubt, follow your heart 4. Please yourself first when it comes to your work 5. When in doubt,...Show More
5) Episode 76: Digital Animation with Matt Jameson
Matt Jameson is a self-taught digital animator who works with Facebook, Google, Apple, and many others. HE IS GREAT AT WHAT HE DOES. Matt and I discuss how he started his career, plus how he has been ...Show More
6) Episode 75: Reese Roper of Five Iron Frenzy
Reese Roper is a great frontman, lyricist, and dude. He is also one fo the funniest people I have ever spoken to in my life. We had a blast catching up, telling stories, and talking about learning how...Show More
7) Episode 74: Gothix
Gothix is a youtube content creator who has not shied away from the hot-button issues of our age. In fact, she is very courageous in speaking about identity politics, cancel culture, and more. I rea...Show More
8) Episode 72: Schwabisms – How to Not be Stupid
Seven ways to not be stupid. Yes, I’m still stuck on Idiocracy (see: Episode 71). For your fridge/desk/wallpaper: 1. Act like a drone, not a clone 2. Diversify/give yourself an exit st...Show More
9) Episode 71: Idiocracy
Mike Judge (Office Space, Beavis and Butthead) made a film which was released in 2006 about a dystopian future future where everyone is stupid. 20th Century Fox subsequently squashed its release prima...Show More
10) Episode 70: How to Rise Above the Noise
What does it take to stand out? What does it take to be respected and remembered? What does it take to develop a reputation that will result in others seeking you out for help, answers, and solution...Show More