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Mr. Thrive's Stars of Tomorrow

Mr. Thrive's Stars of Tomorrow

By Mr. Thrive Media

Mr. Thrive's Stars of Tomorrow is an up and coming podcast about the up and coming. From actors, to crew, to creatives, and even musicians, our industry proves to be constantly changing marking this podcast to be the informative hub for emerging artists!
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039 - 0pen Sesame (Alaina Lopilato | Stop-Motion Animator)

Mr. Thrive's Stars of TomorrowSep 18, 2020

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047 - How Bipolar Disorder Effects Art (Matthew Schutzner | Interractive Storyteller, Internet Entrepreneur)

047 - How Bipolar Disorder Effects Art (Matthew Schutzner | Interractive Storyteller, Internet Entrepreneur)

Mr. Thrive goes deeper into the discussion of mental disorder by talking with internet entrepreneur and interactive storyteller Matthew Schutzner. Matthew is a programmer working on technology that promotes interactive storytelling. While doing this, Matthew copes with Bipolar I disorder making the best of his traits and constantly adapting to his needs. 

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GUEST: Matthew Schutzner: Discord: MadMonkey#2000 | IG, Twitch, Twitter @akamadmonkey

HOST: Chaz Volk | IG, Twitter, FB @MrThriveMedia | Chaz@MrThrive.com

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Interested in learning about mental health? 

Suicide Hotline: 800-273-8255

Autism Self Advocacy - https://autisticadvocacy.org/
Brain and Behavior Research Foundation - https://www.bbrfoundation.org/
Bring Change to Mind - https://bringchange2mind.org/
Gay Men's Health Crisis (GMHC) - http://www.gmhc.org/
International Bipolar Foundation - https://ibpf.org/
Jed Foundation - http://jedfoundation.org/
Mental Health America - http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/
National Alliance on Mental Illness - https://www.nami.org/
National Council on Aging - https://www.ncoa.org
NEDA - https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
Project Sanctuary - https://projectsanctuary.us/
Project Semicolon - https://projectsemicolon.com/
RAD (referral aggregator database) Remedy - https://radremedy.org/
Schizophrenia and Related Disorders Alliance of America - https://sardaa.org/
The Trevor Project - http://www.thetrevorproject.org/
To Write Love on Her Arms - https://twloha.com/
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors - http://www.taps.org/
Trans Lifeline - http://www.translifeline.org/
Treatment Advocacy Center - http://www.treatmentadvocacycenter.org/

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Jan 08, 202156:45
046 - #ChristmasSpecial with Right Face Productions (Jennifer Brofer | Filmmaker)
Dec 25, 202049:53
045 - ScreenwriteNOW! (Suzanne Gundersen, Stress Relief Consultant)

045 - ScreenwriteNOW! (Suzanne Gundersen, Stress Relief Consultant)

Through her extensive studies, Suzanne Gundersen has adapted Neuro-Tapping along with other energy healing methods to relieve stress. She has this unique focus on artists and entertainment professionals allowing her techniques to benefit those struggling with writers block! Together, Chaz and Suzanne uncover personal scars allowing the host to heal old wounds and for the audience to follow along.

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GUEST: Suzanne Gundersen | www.ScreenwriteNow.com | TransformedConnections@gmail.com

HOST: Chaz Volk | IG, Twitter, FB @MrThriveMedia | Chaz@MrThrive.com

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DECEMBER HOLIDAY NETWORKING PARTY -  DECEMBER 15th @ 6pm PST - Register - https://www.mrthrive.com/home/events

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Dec 11, 202058:37
044 - Vibe (Selina Elise Fraga | Singer, Songwriter, Actress)

044 - Vibe (Selina Elise Fraga | Singer, Songwriter, Actress)

"Catch my Vibe. Catch me in my prime. Don't have time for you, yeaaah, catch my dream, catch me in my time..." are the lyrics you'll be singing to yourself when you hear this singer, songwriter, actor's amazing outlook on life. Selina Elise Fraga is inspiring, uplifting, and full of promise as she describes her career in front of the camera while performing music. 

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GUEST: Selina Elise Fraga | IG: @SelinaElise | Email: selinaelise5@gmail.com

HOST: Chaz Volk | IG, Twitter, FB @MrThriveMedia | Chaz@MrThrive.com

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DECEMBER HOLIDAY NETWORKING PARTY - TDB

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Nov 27, 202047:22
043 - It's a Living (Cristian S. Aluas | Animator & Writer)

043 - It's a Living (Cristian S. Aluas | Animator & Writer)

As a freelance artist, Cristian has dived deep into the rabbit hole of art by exploring various mediums and challenging himself with this difficult full-time career. He writes about his experience and provides invaluable tips in his book IT'S A LIVING: SURVIVING AS A FREELANCER IN THE 21ST CENTURY, available on Amazon. 

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GUEST: Cristian S. Aluas | csa2082@gmail.com | aluas@hotmail.com | masterpieceartschool.com

HOST: Chaz Volk | IG, Twitter, FB @MrThriveMedia | Chaz@MrThrive.com

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Nov 13, 202049:16
#EuroSquad SPECIAL part 4

#EuroSquad SPECIAL part 4

I've mentioned our Europe trip a thousand times in my previous interviews. So here's a special devoted to reminiscing on our travels during a time we can't even leave our own homes. With us is Stars of Tomorrow alum Nick Benjamin, former co-host Josh Miller, and music producer and audio engineer Dillon Weiss.

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Chaz Volk | IG, FB, Twr @MrThriveMedia

Nick Benjamin | IG @NickBenji123

Josh Miller | IG @jmillahdakillah

Dillon Weiss | IG @dillonkilan

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Nov 02, 202040:33
#EuroSquad SPECIAL part 3

#EuroSquad SPECIAL part 3

I've mentioned our Europe trip a thousand times in my previous interviews. So here's a special devoted to reminiscing on our travels during a time we can't even leave our own homes. With us is Stars of Tomorrow alum Nick Benjamin, former co-host Josh Miller, and music producer and audio engineer Dillon Weiss.

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Chaz Volk | IG, FB, Twr @MrThriveMedia

Nick Benjamin | IG @NickBenji123

Josh Miller | IG @jmillahdakillah

Dillon Weiss | IG @dillonkilan

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This is a Mr. Thrive Media production. | www.MrThrive.com |     email: Chaz@MrThrive.com | Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter:     @mrthrivemedia

Nov 02, 202032:37
#EuroSquad SPECIAL part 2

#EuroSquad SPECIAL part 2

I've mentioned our Europe trip a thousand times in my previous interviews. So here's a special devoted to reminiscing on our travels during a time we can't even leave our own homes. With us is Stars of Tomorrow alum Nick Benjamin, former co-host Josh Miller, and music producer and audio engineer Dillon Weiss.

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Chaz Volk | IG, FB, Twr @MrThriveMedia

Nick Benjamin | IG @NickBenji123

Josh Miller | IG @jmillahdakillah

Dillon Weiss | IG @dillonkilan

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This is a Mr. Thrive Media production. | www.MrThrive.com |     email: Chaz@MrThrive.com | Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter:     @mrthrivemedia

Nov 02, 202030:52
#EuroSquad SPECIAL part 1

#EuroSquad SPECIAL part 1

I've mentioned our Europe trip a thousand times in my previous interviews. So here's a special devoted to reminiscing on our travels during a time we can't even leave our own homes. With us is Stars of Tomorrow alum Nick Benjamin, former co-host Josh Miller, and music producer and audio engineer Dillon Weiss.  

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Chaz Volk | IG, FB, Twr @MrThriveMedia

Nick Benjamin | IG @NickBenji123

Josh Miller | IG @jmillahdakillah

Dillon Weiss | IG @dillonkilan

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This is a Mr. Thrive Media production. | www.MrThrive.com |     email: Chaz@MrThrive.com | Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter:     @mrthrivemedia

Nov 02, 202033:08
042 - Perseverance & Resiliency (Ashwini Prasad | The Inclusive Screenwriter)

042 - Perseverance & Resiliency (Ashwini Prasad | The Inclusive Screenwriter)

The character of surviving quarantine while fighting the social norms that media has set out for us is marked by "perseverance and resiliency" according to Ashwini Prasad. When a screenwriter and an anti-racist educator meet into one project, the kind of potential for change through diversity, representation, and progress is unparalleled!

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GUEST: Ashwini Prasad | IG @TheInclusiveScreenwriter | www.TheInclusiveScreenwriter.com

HOST: Chaz Volk | IG, Twitter, FB @MrThriveMedia | Chaz@MrThrive.com

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FRIENDSGIVING NETWORKING PARTY - NOV. 24th at 6PM PST. RSVP: www.MrThrive.com/home/events

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Oct 30, 202001:03:39
041 - Killing Virtual Stand Up Comedy (Ahmed al-Kadri | Stand Up Comedian)

041 - Killing Virtual Stand Up Comedy (Ahmed al-Kadri | Stand Up Comedian)

In this hilarious episode, Ahmed explains the euphoria of killing a gig, the hard learned lessons from bombing, and the overall joy of bringing laughter to the hearts of listeners. 

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GUEST: Ahmed al-Kadri | instagram, twitter, tiktok: ahmedfromdallas

HOST: Chaz Volk | @MrThriveMedia | Chaz@MrThrive.com

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HALLOWEEN NETWORKING PARTY - OCT. 27th at 6PM PST. RSVP: www.MrThrive.com/home/events

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Oct 16, 202001:02:43
040 - The Female Seth MacFarlane (Eliza Jayne | Cartoon Creator, Animator, Actor)

040 - The Female Seth MacFarlane (Eliza Jayne | Cartoon Creator, Animator, Actor)

Eliza Jayne brings her charm and talents from down under! In this exciting interview she sits with Chaz from the comfort of her home in Australia to talk about her career as a cartoon creator and animator, along with her exciting feats with acting. She accomplished all of this while fighting mental illness! She brings her bold and exciting personality to this awesome episode. 

GUEST: Eliza Jayne | XElizaJayne@outlook.com | IG: @XElizaJayne

HOST: Chaz Volk | @MrThriveMedia | Chaz@MrThrive.com

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Australian Suicide Hotline: 13 11 14

United States Suicide Hotline: (800) 273 - 8255

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Join us in our next event - The Fall Networking Party - Sept. 30th at 8pm. RSVP: www.MrThrive.com/home/events

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This is a Mr. Thrive Media production. | www.MrThrive.com |   email: Chaz@MrThrive.com | Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter:   @mrthrivemedia

Oct 02, 202001:00:29
039 - 0pen Sesame (Alaina Lopilato | Stop-Motion Animator)

039 - 0pen Sesame (Alaina Lopilato | Stop-Motion Animator)

Stop-Motion Animation is a TOUGH but charming artform. Alaina Lopilato sits with host, Chaz Volk, in this virtual interview about her trials and tribulations in the craft, mental illness, and career. 

GUEST: Alaina Lopilato | IG @0pen.Sesame | YouTube Channel: Open Sesame | alopilato7@gmail.com

HOST: Chaz Volk | @MrThriveMedia | Chaz@MrThrive.com

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United States Suicide Hotline: (800) 273 - 8255

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Sep 18, 202055:54
038 - A Pursuit Since Childhood (Nick Benjamin | Writer, Director) & guest co-host Josh Miller (just some guy...)

038 - A Pursuit Since Childhood (Nick Benjamin | Writer, Director) & guest co-host Josh Miller (just some guy...)

Chaz surprises Nick Benjamin with guest co-host Josh Miller. Nick, Josh, and Chaz explore Nick's journey through film and his studies starting from the childhood Chaz and Nick shared going to his work under major figures in the motion picture industry. We talk about childhood, traveling, film and literature, anti-semitism, his career and more!

GUEST: Nick Benjamin | IG @NickBenji123 | nick.benjamin1@gmail.com

CO-HOST: Josh Miller | IG @JMillahDaKillah

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Follow IG @happylifecreatives for further updates on cool merch and products!

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Join us in our next event - The Fall Networking Party - Sept. 30th at 8pm. RSVP: www.MrThrive.com/home/events

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This is a Mr. Thrive Media production. | www.MrThrive.com | email: Chaz@MrThrive.com | Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @mrthrivemedia

Sep 04, 202001:14:38
037 - I WAS ON FIRE *literally* (Kenton McDougall | Fire Dancer, Movement Artist)
Aug 21, 202001:25:59
036 - Director Dominatrix (Aria Li | Filmmaker, Kink Activist, Stand Up Comic)

036 - Director Dominatrix (Aria Li | Filmmaker, Kink Activist, Stand Up Comic)

This USC student and her cat, Dante, sit with host, Chaz Volk, to talk film, misconceptions in sexuality, feminist topics, and exciting projects ahead!

SOCIALS: IG @aria_sijia_li AND @miss.scarlettserenity 

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Our 3rd Networking Party - DAPPER PARTY, August 31st at 8:00pm RSVP by emailing Chaz@MrThrive.com

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Aug 07, 202001:14:33
035 - ASMR Photography (Vasilisa Belokon | Director, Photographer)
Jul 24, 202045:29
034 - More Than Hopscotch (Naomi Duben, Painter, Chalk Artist, Muralist)

034 - More Than Hopscotch (Naomi Duben, Painter, Chalk Artist, Muralist)

One day I was walking in my neighborhood when I discovered an AMAZING chalk drawing of The Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland. I was thrilled to find that the chalk drawing had Naomi Duben's instagram handle. Naturally I contacted her telling her how much I loved her work.  Next thing we knew, she was on the podcast! A casual walk turned into an entire episode. You never know what you'll find from a little fresh air! | SOCIALS: Insta: @NaomiDuben, email: art@naomiduben.com, facebook: @naomidubenart

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RSVP by emailing Chaz@MrThrive.com

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Shoutout to Kendra Mueke's new podcast "The Politics of Kendra". Be sure to check it out. You'll love it!

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Jul 10, 202051:38
033 - Relevant and Influencial (Andres Trujillo, Content Creator)

033 - Relevant and Influencial (Andres Trujillo, Content Creator)

Andres Trujillo virtually sits with Mr. Thrive to talk about his rollercoaster of a life - from being an immigrant to growing beyond his college degree, Andres displays his skill at adapting and finding unique, and even hilarious, takeaways from current events and topics. | SOCIALS - IG: @ayandress Twitter: @ayandress email: andrestrumedia@gmail.com 

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Jun 26, 202053:00
032 - #Hindsight2020Challenge , Zaria Simone, Actor, Poet, Newfound Activist, Black Woman

032 - #Hindsight2020Challenge , Zaria Simone, Actor, Poet, Newfound Activist, Black Woman

Zaria Simone uses her poetry to express the pain we all feel during these troubling times. As an all-around artist her talent helps amplify the narrative we need to understand more: #BlackLivesMatter. In doing so, she created the #Hindsight2020challenge encouraging people to share their experiences with racism while looking back to determine whether or not they were happy with how they handled it. | SOCIAL: IG: @zariazariazaria , website: www.zariasimone.com/
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THIS EPISODE IS DEDICATED TO THE FAMILY OF GEORGE FLOYD AND MANY OTHERS WHO FELL VICTIM TO RACISM AND HATE.
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RESOURCES:
GoFundMe Campaigns

Louisville Mutual Aid Fund
George Floyd Memorial Fund
Justice For Regis Fun
Homeless Black Transwomen Fund

Change.org Petitions:

Justice for George Floyd
Justice For Breonna Taylor
Justice For Ahmaud Arbery
Justice for Tony McCade
Reopen Sanda Bland's Case
Hands Up Act Petition
Petition to Classify White Supremacist Groups as Domestic Terrorist Organizations
Petition to Ban or Restrict Tear Gas

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citizeninfo@hennepin.us
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House Members:

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Jun 04, 202001:00:38
031 - Making the Best of Quarantine (Yael Karoly, Actor and Singer)

031 - Making the Best of Quarantine (Yael Karoly, Actor and Singer)

From Israel, to Los Angeles, to New York, and back again, Yael's journey as a singer and actor is unmatched as she shares her experience with host, Chaz Volk aka Mr. Thrive. Yael and Chaz talk about a range of topics from theater to quarantine life, to singing and songwriting, along with simply trying new things. | SOCIALS: Insta @yaelkaroly, website: www.YaelKaroly.com

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May 22, 202053:03
030 - THE SCREENS (Neil Watson, Musician and Singer)
May 08, 202001:03:28
029 - California BURNING (Selena Lobatto, Dancer and Choreographer)
Apr 24, 202050:12
028 - iDiot dOMe (Joe Mitchell, Comedic Filmmaker)
Apr 10, 202001:07:17
027 - The Persian Mr. Bean (Menachem Kashanian, co-founder of Craft Motion Films)
Mar 27, 202001:10:02
026 - Look, Listen, Capture (Shelley Davis, Storyteller)

026 - Look, Listen, Capture (Shelley Davis, Storyteller)

Sound designer, animator, edited, and storyteller Shelley Davis sits with Mr. Thrive to elaborate on her incredible ability to make goals become realities. With an eclectic background in media, she explains how her aim is to make the world a better place with media that is aware of it's world cultures, backgrounds, and needs. | SOCIALS: Email: shelleydv@shelleydv.com | IG: @shelleyaugust | URL: ShelleyDV.com _______________________ 

Update: Days after the interview Shelley Davis's documentary, Life For My Family (in which she did editing, sound, and animation for) made it into two film festivals and counting! Congratulations Shelley!

Mar 13, 202001:10:30
R&R (Season 2 Announcement)

R&R (Season 2 Announcement)

Hello Thrivers! Welcome to my R&R surprise announcement! While R&R isn't what you'd think it would mean, it is 100% confirmed that Mr. Thrive's Stars of Tomorrow is premiering Season 2 next Friday, the 13th. Don't be spooked. Stay tuned for an awesome guest. 

I've truly missed you all and can't wait to catch up. Season 2 is going to be phenomenal. So is 2020. I love you all. Thank you so much. 

Mar 06, 202021:24
025 - WHO THE F#@K IS MR. THRIVE PT. 2 (Charlie Volk, Director, Screenwriter, Podcast Producer)

025 - WHO THE F#@K IS MR. THRIVE PT. 2 (Charlie Volk, Director, Screenwriter, Podcast Producer)

In this finale episode, Mr. Thrive's podcast is taken over by none other than Izzy Salant. Mr. Thrive/Charlie Volk talks about his journey as a filmmaker, his exploration of the podcast world, perspective of  the Jewish experience, and so much more! Season 2 coming soon. | SOCIALS: Instagram: Professional @Mr.Thrive Personal @Mr. ChazVolk | Facebook: Charlie Volk | Email: ChazThriveVolk@gmail.com 

Jan 10, 202001:21:20
024 - Adultish (Jillian Patterson, Content Creator)

024 - Adultish (Jillian Patterson, Content Creator)

Jillian Patterson, a fellow filmmaker from the very thesis program Mr. Thrive took, talks about her journey after college, the struggles that follow along, and how she has turned her strife into #wordsofencouragement in the many mediums she explores. | SOCIALS: IG: @JillsAdultish
Jan 03, 202001:10:57
023 - The Island Boy (Mick Primmer, Actor)
Dec 20, 201901:01:54
022 - MasELVIS (Paul Maselli, Performer and Musician)

022 - MasELVIS (Paul Maselli, Performer and Musician)

Paul Maselli, Masellvis, Fresh Zeppelin, Dread Zeppelin, and all the alter-egos sit down to open up the mind to human rights, spirituality, mental health, and music through performance and sound. | SOCIALS: FACEBOOK: Paul Maselli | LINKEDIN: Paul Maselli | YOUTUBE: Paul Maselli | INSTAGRAM: @paulrmaselli | TWITTER: @pmaselli |
Dec 13, 201901:06:36
021 - The Dark Lord (Chris Giron, Director and Screenwriter)

021 - The Dark Lord (Chris Giron, Director and Screenwriter)

From a young age, Chris Giron grew to love Star Wars and other fantasy based stories involving strong female leads. This inspired him to follow the foot steps of only a few by pursuing film with a feminist approach to fantasy story-telling. Mr. Thrive dissects this outlook and what Giron aims to do with his future as a filmmaker. | SOCIALS: Mobile: (786) 389-7936 Email: ALLIANCEANEWERA@GMAIL.COM, Website: ALLIANCEANEWERA.COM
Dec 06, 201901:13:40
020 - 1000 Years (Sir Jeremy Green, Singer and Songwriter)

020 - 1000 Years (Sir Jeremy Green, Singer and Songwriter)

Sir Jeremy Green's journey goes beyond Hollywood. Georgia born musical talent discusses his worldly exploration in the army  and how he fell back into the United States to pursue his natural passion for music again. Since then, he released his album "1000 Years" which you can hear, here, in this very podcast episode every 20 minutes! | SOCIALS: all media searches under "Sir Jeremy Green" |

Nov 29, 201901:26:58
019 - The Language of Dance (Isis Woodruff, Dancer)

019 - The Language of Dance (Isis Woodruff, Dancer)

Isis Woodruff sits with Mr. Thrive to talk about her expertise in dancing and potential avenues of modeling and acting. Using her natural ability and fantastic skill of choreography, she dominates the stage in tomorrow's dance scene. | SOCIALS: IG @honeyy.dipp | email: woodruffisis@gmail.com

Nov 22, 201901:08:45
018 - SECRETSxSECRETSxSECRETS (Corey McKinney Jr., Creative)

018 - SECRETSxSECRETSxSECRETS (Corey McKinney Jr., Creative)

Corey McKinney Jr. sits with Mr. Thrive to talk about Corey's interactive short film produced by BeyondxThexBox. This episode is different as we each share 1 secret every 20 minutes! | SOCIALS: mobile (862) 224 - 1959 | IMDB: Corey McKinney Jr. | IG: @coreymckinneyjr | Business IG: @beyondxthexbox
Nov 15, 201901:34:38
017 - Renaissance Woman (Lynda Spargur, Filmmaker)

017 - Renaissance Woman (Lynda Spargur, Filmmaker)

Lynda Spargur and Mr. Thrive sit down to talk about the vast array of her work. Documentaries, TV Pilots, Student Projects, Unfinished Scripts and much more to come. What doesn't she work on? Learn about her eclectic history! | SOCIALS: Facebook, LinkedIn: Lynda Spargur | Instagram, Twitter: @lyndaspargur
Nov 08, 201901:15:44
016 - Laughing at Uncomfortable Things (Carla Emilian, Actor and Comedian)

016 - Laughing at Uncomfortable Things (Carla Emilian, Actor and Comedian)

Mr. Thrive sits down with Actor and Comedian, Carla Emilian, to discuss her journey as a queer immigrant woman becoming tomorrow's talent in Hollywood. SOCIALS: IG @carlaemilian | IMDB: Carla Emilian | SUPPORT THE CREATOR ON PATREON: WWW.PATREON.COM/MRTHRIVE
Nov 01, 201901:06:27
015 - "The Budget Guy" (Mike Downing, Producer)
Oct 25, 201901:09:25
014 - Hoovaloo Films (Ryan Palmer, Cinematographer and Entrepreneur)
Oct 18, 201954:21
013 - The Psychodelic Entrepreneur (Kianga Wood, Musician and Actor)

013 - The Psychodelic Entrepreneur (Kianga Wood, Musician and Actor)

You know you're in for a treat when Kianga Wood presents his talent and expansive outlook on acting, music, and life with Mr. Thrive. | SOCIALS: IG: @kiangawood | Facebook: Kianga Wood | Google: Kianga Wood | Email: Kwood716@gmail.com |

Oct 10, 201901:14:35
012 - ADing in the Film Industry (Ryan Taylor, Actor and Assistant Director)

012 - ADing in the Film Industry (Ryan Taylor, Actor and Assistant Director)

Ryan Taylor jumps onto the podcast with a smile to discuss his work as an Assistant Director in the Film Industry. Mr. Thrive and him exchange on set experiences and laugh over the chaos that Ryan puts up with in his day to day life!  SOCIALS: IG: @itsryantaylor | Email: ryantayl@usc.edu

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Oct 04, 201901:08:18
011 - Coming to LA with nothing! (Will Cavitt, Actor)

011 - Coming to LA with nothing! (Will Cavitt, Actor)

Mr. Thrive learns of Will Cavitt's awesome adventure across the United States and what it took for him to reach Los Angeles to pursue life in front of the camera. SOCIALS: IG: @quigley_cav | BACKSTAGE/ACTOR'S ACCESS: Will Cavitt

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Sep 26, 201901:07:55
010 - Fighting Anti-Semitism with Film (Evan Siegal, Writer and Director)

010 - Fighting Anti-Semitism with Film (Evan Siegal, Writer and Director)

Evan Siegal and Mr. Thrive reflect on their shared experiences with anti-semitism, racism inside and outside the education system, and what his soon-to-be-released movie, Ivver, has to say about that. | Instagram & Twitter @evan_siegal 

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Sep 20, 201901:05:40
009 - Pain, Family, and Love in Theater (Playwright, Izzy Salant)

009 - Pain, Family, and Love in Theater (Playwright, Izzy Salant)

Izzy Salant, one of Mr. Thrive's most spontaneous and prosperous friendships, describes his motivations to literature, theater, and how family effects them. | Email: IzzySalant@gmail.com | Facebook: Izzy Salant | "Izzy Salant" on NPX.com

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Sep 13, 201901:01:57
008 - Acting in Theater and Film in LA (Samantha Labrecque)
Sep 06, 201956:58
007 - Transgender Representation in Film (Cinematographer, Writer, and Director, Dana St. Amand)

007 - Transgender Representation in Film (Cinematographer, Writer, and Director, Dana St. Amand)

Dana St. Amand did her best to live a normal, practical life in the eyes of a world that encouraged a cookie-cutter approach. Just before a few years ago, she realized she was a woman trapped in a man's body and now tells her story of hard work, pain, craftsmanship, and culture shock.  | www.Dana.StAmand.net | Insta: @dana_st_amand | Email: dana@stamand.net

Aug 30, 201901:42:06
006 - Kendra and the Bunnies (Singer and Songwriter, Kendra Mueke)
Aug 23, 201957:21
005 - The Cosmic Horror Cinematic Universe (Director, Max Richter)

005 - The Cosmic Horror Cinematic Universe (Director, Max Richter)

Mr. Thrive and Max Richter explore the world of cosmic horror and where this wildly expansive concept derives from in his interesting past.
Aug 16, 201901:02:00
004 - Confidence Behind and In Front of the Camera (Producer and Actor, Nicole Holmes)

004 - Confidence Behind and In Front of the Camera (Producer and Actor, Nicole Holmes)

Mr. Thrive interviews undiscovered Producer and Actor Nicole Holmes. From her Rhode Island accent to her can-do attitude she explains how she dominates her field from multiple angles while still pursuing her passion. IG: @NicoleLHolmes
Aug 09, 201955:41
003 - Humble YouTube Vlogger "I'm just perfect!" (Amanda Villatoro)

003 - Humble YouTube Vlogger "I'm just perfect!" (Amanda Villatoro)

The ever-so-perfect Amanda Villatoro interviews with Mr. Thrive to talk about her experience as a vlogger, an immigrant and how she plans to use her fame as an influence to inspire philanthropy! Subscribe to her YouTube Channel: Amanda Villatoro
Aug 02, 201929:45