Academy Award Nominee Lindsay Crouse: Broadway, Hollywood & the Art of Being Human

In this captivating conversation, Academy Award nominee Lindsay Crouse reflects on her remarkable career in film, television, and Broadway. She shares insights on acting, creativity, Buddhism, mentorship, and working with legendary figures, offering an inspiring look at the experiences that shaped her life and career.

The Manufacturing of Poverty with Justin Mahwikizi

In this thought-provoking conversation, Justin Mahwikizi explores the deeper causes of poverty and why it is often created rather than accidental. Drawing from decades of financial experience and his book The Manufacturing of Poverty, he discusses trust, financial psychology, collaboration, resilience, and the importance of dignity. This inspiring interview offers practical insights on overcoming challenges and building a stronger future.

The Skill Nobody Teaches: How to Fail Forward

In this inspiring conversation, Jim Mazziotti shares why learning to fail forward is one of the most valuable skills in business and life. Drawing on insights from John C. Maxwell, he explains how embracing failure, reducing fear, and taking action can lead to lasting success. From real estate to personal growth, Jim's message is simple: You are not your failure—learn from it and keep moving forward.

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The Skill Nobody Teaches: How to Fail Forward; JIM MAZZIOTTI; Live from Texas realconversations failforward realestate success author Texas Iowa ** CONVERSATIONS WITH CALVIN — WE THE SPECIES Hosted by Calvin Schwartz Meet JIM MAZZIOTTI; Once again, I invoke elements of the vast universe for connectivity. I met Jim Mazziotti a month ago. A blink of an eye, and I was a guest on his podcast, ‘Senior to Seniors,’ obviously focusing on seniors. Gosh, I’m an octogenarian. A perfect interview. Check it out. Now I get a chance to host Jim, a fascinating, hugely accomplished top real estate and property specialist. He is eloquent, successful, giving, sensitive, and caring. A visionary, family man, and author. Now watch this. Today’s interview deals with ‘How to Fail Forward.’ The most important skill in business and life is not the ability to succeed. It’s the ability to fail forward. This is brilliant thinking. Comes from John C. Maxwell’s landmark work. Achieving success through failure. You all really should watch this interview. In the meantime, some ideas and words to energize. Often, Jim talks about reducing fear. Allow failure. Take action. Failing backward is waving a white flag. Failing forward is accepting everything. He originally studied music. Would love to meet Paul McCartney. They filmed Field of Dreams a mile from his house in Iowa. He left Iowa bravely and went to Oregon, and now is in Texas. He is in sales. I was in eyewear sales for 25 years. We relate well to each other. We all face failure. You are not your failure. Recognize and move forward. Failure is a price we pay to achieve success. Simply brilliant. Real. Necessary. AI can’t help you as Jim can. I told him this. I took two pages of notes during the interview. And he’s coming back. He made my day.” Calvin ?️ 813+ Interviews & Videos; 5 ½ years (AI-ranked podcast in these categories in the top 1 -2% Globally!) ? 9,550+ Subscribers — and growing ? Please Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/ConversationswithCalvinWetheSpecIEs GLOBAL Reach. Earth Life. Amazing People. ** The Skill Nobody Teaches: How to Fail Forward; JIM MAZZIOTTI; Live from Texas YouTube: BIO: Jim Mazziotti, known to many as “MAZZ,” is a longtime real estate leader, coach, speaker, and podcast host with decades of experience in residential and commercial real estate. Formerly the Franchise Owner and Principal Managing Broker of EXIT Realty Bend in Oregon, he built one of the region’s most respected real estate offices before relocating to Texas in 2021 and joining EXIT Realty Elite in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. A top-producing Realtor throughout his career, Jim has earned numerous industry certifications and is widely known for his expertise in coaching, marketing, technology, and agent training. MAZZ is also a published author of The Challenge: How 144 Letters Changed My Life, The Life Of My Son, And Will Change Your Life Too and the founder of the podcast Senior To Seniors, which focuses on issues impacting older adults. A certified coach, trainer, and speaker with the John C. Maxwell Team, Jim has spent more than 20 years mentoring real estate professionals across the United States. Married to his wife Leann for 45 years, he is the proud father of three children and remains passionate about leadership, service, and helping others succeed. LINKS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmazziotti/ BOOK ON AMAZON The Challenge: How 144 Letters Changed My Life, The Life Of My Son, And Will Change Your Life Too https://amzn.to/434CS9D ** WE ARE ALSO ON AUDIO AUDIO “Conversations with Calvin; WE the SpecIEs” ANCHOR https://lnkd.in/g4jcUPq SPOTIFY https://lnkd.in/ghuMFeC APPLE PODCASTS BREAKER https://lnkd.in/g62StzJ GOOGLE PODCASTS https://lnkd.in/gpd3XfM POCKET CASTS https://pca.st/bmjmzait RADIO PUBLIC https://lnkd.in/gxueFZw PeteSacco TheBridge AI ArtificialIntelligence Consciousness AIConsciousness FutureOfAI TechTalk Innovation Entrepreneur Technologist ModernMystic

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The Skill Nobody Teaches: How to Fail Forward

In this inspiring conversation, Jim Mazziotti shares why learning to fail forward is one of the most valuable skills in business and life. Drawing on insights from John C. Maxwell, he explains how embracing failure, reducing fear, and taking action can lead to lasting success. From real estate to personal growth, Jim's message is simple: You are not your failure—learn from it and keep moving forward.

Quinn Vasbinder: Courage Over Comfort

In this inspiring episode of Conversations with Calvin — We the Species, actor Quinn Vasbinder shares his journey from basketball courts to the stage and into film and television. He discusses overcoming fear, handling rejection, embracing stoicism, and choosing courage over comfort. With wisdom beyond his years, Quinn offers valuable insights on personal growth, risk-taking, hope, and the importance of listening to others. A motivating conversation for aspiring actors, creatives, and anyone ready to take the next leap in life.

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QUINN VASBINDER: From basketball to stage actor, to TV and film; Stoicism; Millennial; Courage over comfort; LIVE from Oregon realconversations actor stage stoicism millennail Oregon film CONVERSATIONS WITH CALVIN — WE THE SPECIES Hosted by Calvin Schwartz Meet QUINN VASBINDER. “I’m a big fan of the universe and its powers of connection, which means I was thrilled to have met Quinn. A Zoom chat and commonalities and discoveries. Basketball. Acting. Courage. Auditions. Risk-taking. Rejection. Kindness. And a half-century age disparity. I never felt it. Actually, in two Zooms, I mentioned to Quinn that I thought he was fifty (not twenty-something). A huge compliment, I carefully explained. How worldly, grounded, disciplined. Hugely anticipated interview. To the legions of Gen Z, millennials, and beyond, an amazing spokesperson. You all know I often say the movie Casablanca changed my life, so Quinn’s acting journey intrigues and bonds. He is entertaining, ebullient, genuine, caring, and brilliant. I love his thought, “courage over comfort.” His journey now is taking him from the stage to film and TV. And when I asked his favorite film. “Jurassic Park.” Can you imagine his reaction when I mentioned going on a fossil dig next week with a dinosaur DNA researcher? Watch the interview. In the meantime, here are some words and thoughts. Going on stage for the first time was terrifying. Being in sales helps with rejection. Stoicism. It’s wisdom from a hundred years ago. Not much is in our control. Do you think courage is something you are born with or build? “Build it!” Everybody is worth listening to. A favorite word, hope. Afraid to take that leap. Just do it. I get these spiritual visions. Quinn is accepting a Best Acting Award in Los Angeles. I knew him when. A great interview.” Calvin ?️ 801+ Interviews & Videos ? 9,550+ Subscribers — and growing ? Please Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/ConversationswithCalvinWetheSpecIEs GLOBAL Reach. Earth Life. Amazing People. ** QUINN VASBINDER: From basketball to stage actor, to TV and film; Stoicism; Millennial; Courage over comfort; LIVE from Oregon YouTube: BIO: Quinn Vasbinder is an emerging actor navigating the high‑stakes transition into principal film and television roles within the California and Los Angeles market. Currently pursuing higher‑level representation and larger opportunities, Quinn offers a rare “in‑process” perspective on ambition, uncertainty, and personal growth while the journey is actively unfolding. At the core of Quinn’s message is the belief that the most meaningful growth exists on the other side of fear. Drawing from lived experience and philosophical study, he speaks candidly about risk‑taking, rejection, discipline, and choosing long‑term character over short‑term comfort. Quinn is deeply influenced by Stoic philosophy, regularly engaging with the writings compiled in The Daily Stoic—not just for inspiration, but as a practical framework for staying grounded amid uncontrollable variables. He explores how ancient principles like patience, responsibility, and courage remain essential tools for navigating modern creative careers, identity shifts, and an increasingly chaotic, tech‑driven world. Long‑term, Quinn aspires to become a “worldly man,” using travel, discomfort, and exposure to diverse perspectives to become a better communicator, creator, and human being. His values—patience, kindness, and bravery—guide both his work and worldview. ** Link: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quinn.vasbinder ** WE ARE ALSO ON AUDIO AUDIO “Conversations with Calvin; WE the SpecIEs” ANCHOR https://lnkd.in/g4jcUPq SPOTIFY https://lnkd.in/ghuMFeC APPLE PODCASTS BREAKER https://lnkd.in/g62StzJ GOOGLE PODCASTS https://lnkd.in/gpd3XfM POCKET CASTS https://pca.st/bmjmzait RADIO PUBLIC https://lnkd.in/gxueFZw QuinnVasbinder CalvinSchwartz ConversationsWithCalvin WeTheSpecies ActorLife ActingJourney StageToScreen FilmActor TVActor HollywoodDreams LAAc

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