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Setting Stages

Setting Stages

By eddie macaranas

Eddie Macaranas is a former dancer who connects with people hustling an unconventional path in areas ranging from leadership, art, business, entertainment, health & fitness, social media, and lifestyle so that you can leverage their knowledge and experiences to gain an edge on your personal & professional improvement. Discover how you can create a clearer path in your journey by learning from those who have Set the Stage in multiple disciplines. Gain a better understanding of the strategies, struggles, & successes of real leaders and real people. Welcome to Setting Stages!
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S02E07: This DJ Be Quarantined - Faders, Fundraisers, & Frontliners

Setting StagesMay 07, 2020

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S02E07: This DJ Be Quarantined - Faders, Fundraisers, & Frontliners

S02E07: This DJ Be Quarantined - Faders, Fundraisers, & Frontliners

Mike Mendoza is a DJ and graphic designer who loves bringing people together through food and music. DJ Mike Rawk's collaborative spirit brought him to partner with local restaurants in Long Beach, CA to provide food to front line medical personnel during the Coronavirus pandemic. He talks to us about how this idea became a movement they call #EssentialSaturdays. He's also a host on the podcast Street Eats and Dope Beats.
Connect with My Guest:
IG - @djmikerawk
Twitch - DJ Mike Rawk
Podcast - Street Eats and Dope Beats
Connect with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac and @settingstages
Twitter - @eddiemacaranas

Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
May 07, 202001:13:47
S02E06: #STAYHOME with Melinda

S02E06: #STAYHOME with Melinda

Melinda Guerrero talks about practicing Social Distancing and going stir crazy. She's an outdoors enthusiast, so I don't blame her for feeling frustrated while in self isolation. Maybe you're feeling some anxiety - or boredom - too, so Melinda will share how she's kept herself engaged during the first 8 days of Social Distancing.
Connect with My Guest
Instagram - @wheresmelindanow

Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
Mar 25, 202001:00:55
S02E05: Caring Thru Quarantine
Mar 20, 202044:30
S02E04: He Triumphed Over Tragedy
Feb 27, 202001:12:41
BSEM 011: Meet Larry
Feb 20, 202003:41
S02E03: Gi and Me
Feb 13, 202001:29:37
8:24

8:24

I recorded an impromptu podcast.

Much like many of you, I’m currently struggling to unravel my thoughts and emotions from the tragic loss of Kobe Bryant - father, husband, friend, and NBA legend. The only way I really know how to express emotions these days, is through spoken word.

After two-and-half long days of marinating on everything that surrounds me, hesitating on sharing some sentiment around what so many of us are experiencing, I’ve decided to share with you a 24-minute word vomit of how I’ve been dealing with this, and perhaps you can confide in my words and find that you can relate.

Ultimately I want this to help you as much as it’s somehow helped me, even just a little.

Jan 29, 202024:00
BSEM 010: Top Podcasting Questions
Jan 23, 202018:11
S02E02: Take a Year Off to Travel the World
Jan 16, 202001:23:33
S02E01: I've Got a Lot of Explaining to Do

S02E01: I've Got a Lot of Explaining to Do

I'm BACK! To kick-start this second season, I've asked my friend, Ramon Gonzalez, to host the first episode as he interviews ME as the guest.  It's been months since the last season of the show, and I'm excited to share with you what I've been up to, what I've learned about myself, some of my ups and definitely some downs. I've got so much to share from my absence that I couldn't possibly cover it all in one sitting. Enjoy this hour-long conversation of catching up, and look forward to learning more as I continue sharing with you in the next few months. Let's Go!


Connect with Ramon: IG - @spottyfishing

Interact with Me:

Personal IG - @_eddiemac

PodCast IG - @settingstages

Twitter - @EddieMacaranas

PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac

Jan 09, 202001:17:30
S02E00: The First HOST is Announced!

S02E00: The First HOST is Announced!

Setting Stages is coming back for Season TWO. If you follow me on Instagram, you know that I will be the first guest scheduled for Episode 1 and I'm choosing an audience member to HOST Setting Stages! This little micro-episode announces said host. Let's get to work... and let's GO!
Nov 16, 201912:10
Ep 026: Perfection isn't Killing Her Ambition
May 30, 201949:05
BSEM 009: Throwback Thursday - Celebrating 25 Episodes of Setting Stages
May 16, 201930:01
Ep 025: How to Start Your Day at 4AM
May 09, 201901:00:19
BSEM 008: I Stepped Away from Social Media... Sorta
May 02, 201917:56
Ep 024: Our Dream Job is Our Day Job
Apr 25, 201959:21
BSEM 007: She was Missing a Shoe!
Apr 18, 201906:23
Ep 023: A Leap of Faith Can Change Your Life, Joni Rayos
Apr 11, 201951:22
BSEM 006: The Importance of Having a Morning Routine
Apr 04, 201935:45
Ep 022: Market Your Brand with Chris Morrison
Mar 28, 201901:02:18
BSEM 005: Ask Me Anything
Mar 21, 201936:36
Ep 021: How to Better Handle Change
Mar 14, 201901:12:43
BSEM 004: I Sucked at English
Mar 07, 201910:26
Ep 020: How Being Yourself Leads to Growth
Feb 28, 201902:15:27
BSEM 003: How Can I Become Less Judgmental?
Feb 21, 201912:39
Ep 019: I Angered My Parents to Go After My Dreams
Feb 14, 201901:15:34
BSEM 002: The Biggest Lesson I Learned in 2018

BSEM 002: The Biggest Lesson I Learned in 2018

This is one emotional monologue - in a very good way! Back Stage is intended to give you an intimate look at my personal experiences, and this is as vulnerable as it gets.
Listen to the story of how I encountered the most valuable lesson I learned last year.
*If you like this episode or find value in the show, please rate this 5 STARS on Apple Podcasts! Your support would be greatly appreciated!
Interact with me:
IG - @_eddiemac
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The Truth About Lying to Yourself
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
Feb 07, 201926:06
Ep 018: How to Create Positive Lasting Memories, a Chat with Garry Ridge
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BSEM 001: How to Run 1 Mile a Day for 30 Days
Jan 24, 201924:40
Ep 017: How to YouTube Your Passion with Aldryn Estacio

Ep 017: How to YouTube Your Passion with Aldryn Estacio

Aldryn Estacio (@aldryn) is a drone artist who broadcasts his passion for photography and tech on YouTube. In about a year-and-a-half, Aldryn has shared his unique user experience in gadgets to create a reputation as resource on the web, growing his following to 70k subscribers.


Aldryn shares his insight on how hard work, purpose, and honesty are key drivers to his ongoing success in his craft and continued growth on YouTube.  


Connect with Aldryn Estacio:

 IG - @aldryn
YouTube - flytpath


Interact with Me:

 IG - @_eddiemac 


Intro/Outro Music by Ryan Little

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Ep 016: RJV Collectives
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Ep 015 (pt 2): 7 Countries in 7 Months with Marlina Moreno
Sep 27, 201801:26:15
Ep 015 (pt. 1): A Jane of All Trades, Marlina Moreno
Sep 13, 201801:08:48
Ep 014: My Life as an Adventure-Seeker, Melinda Guerrero
Sep 06, 201801:00:25
Ep 013: How a TBI Shifted My Life
Sep 04, 201801:26:41
Ep 012: A Conversation with Our Oldest Son, Dante
Sep 03, 201850:24
Ep 011: Quantity vs Quality and Staying Authentic with Nomis
Aug 30, 201801:22:42
Ep 007: How I Became a Restaurant Owner, Carlsky Quichocho
Aug 29, 201853:38
Ep 009: The Truth About Lying to Yourself, Nick Keomahavong
Aug 28, 201801:01:43
Ep 008: Donovan Macaranas, My Eight-Year-Old
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Ep 006: Finding Your Identity & Purpose with Joshua Johnson
Aug 10, 201801:07:19
Ep 005: Boba Talk, MELshake, and Setting Stages Collab
Aug 10, 201801:07:18
Ep 004: Gabe Medina Creator & Designer of Emanon Clothing
Aug 10, 201801:09:11
Ep 003: Keone and Mari Madrid
Aug 09, 201801:12:05
Ep 002: The Patience and Creativity of Inventors
Aug 09, 201801:24:37
Ep 001: A Creative with Left-Brain Skill Sets, Anna Sarao
Aug 09, 201841:38