In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Roth, a cancer survivor and adventurer, to talk about his life-changing leukemia diagnosis and how it pushed him to conquer both mountains and life’s toughest challenges. We dive into our experience climbing Ecuador’s five volcanoes, the power of a positive mindset, and finding hope in the face of adversity. Jonathan shares how he stays resilient and the incredible support from the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Tune in for an inspiring conversation ab...
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 137
Join me as I sit down with Glen Van Peski, a legendary adventurer, ultralight backpacking pioneer, and DIY enthusiast. In this episode, Glen shares his journey from learning the Ethiopian method of stovetop coffee roasting to designing some of the lightest gear on the market. Learn how Glen’s approach to reducing pack weight translates to valuable life lessons and hear stories that range from surviving a plane crash to building a thriving business without sacrificing joy. Whether you’re a season...
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 136
In this powerful episode of The Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson sits down with Lila Javan, a cancer survivor turned adventurer who has conquered not just mountains but life's toughest challenges. Lila shares her incredible journey from battling acute myeloid leukemia to summiting some of the world's highest peaks. They discuss the resilience, hope, and purpose that fueled her transformation and how she's now giving back through the "Climb to Cure" initiative. This episode is a testament to the s...
Aug 16, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 135
In this episode of The Formula Podcast, I had a fun filled talk with Stan Puzdriak, the visionary filmmaker behind @rebelmonkey . Stan shares his journey from filming weddings in Ukraine to directing and producing indie films in the United States. We dive into the making of his latest project, Memory Card, a cyberpunk-inspired short film that reflects on the magic of the PlayStation 1 era. Stan discusses the complexities of filmmaking, from the importance of casting the right actors to the chall...
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 134
In this episode of The Formula Podcast, I get to interview Nick Christensen of AppSumo. Nick shares his incredible journey from being one of the first hires at AppSumo to managing all paid ads and growth. Learn how @appsumo scaled to nearly $90 million in revenue and why Nick believes working at a fast-growing startup is like getting an MBA that pays you. Discover valuable insights on performance marketing, customer acquisition, and the importance of building genuine relationships in sales. If y...
Jul 26, 2024•51 min•Ep. 133
Welcome to another engaging episode of "Formula Podcast" with host, Trevor Carlson and Castmagic founder Ramon Berrios! In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of Paulo Coelho's "The Alchemist" and its impact on our entrepreneurial journeys. Ramon shares his inspiring story, from launching a swim shorts company to founding a social media service for small businesses. He discusses the importance of excelling in your current role, staying curious, and building businesses around...
Jul 19, 2024•31 min•Ep. 132
Embark on a captivating journey with host Trevor Carlson as he sits down with Ben Hagarty, a distinguished video director and filmmaker, in this riveting episode of Nomad's Odyssey. Ben unveils his remarkable trajectory, from humble beginnings crashing on a friend's floor to collaborating with luminaries such as Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar. Together, they delve into the trials of embracing a non-conventional lifestyle and the pivotal role of self-belief in achieving success. In this enlightening ...
Mar 25, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 131
Discover the keys to sustainable peak performance in the workplace with Sneha Mandala, as she joins host Trevor Carlson in an insightful podcast episode. Delving into the concept of sustainable peak performance, Sneha highlights the delicate balance between productivity and mental well-being. She emphasizes that relentless hard work often leads to stress and burnout rather than enhanced results. Instead, she advocates for tapping into the state of flow, where optimal performance meets reduced st...
Mar 15, 2024•46 min•Ep. 130
Experience this captivating journey with Trevor Carlson as he interviews Andre Wright, a dynamic educator, designer, and avid traveler. In this episode, they delve into Andre's commitment to education and his passion for inspiring young minds through graphic design. Discover Andre's late-in-life venture into travel and the transformative experiences he encountered, especially in Cambodia. Gain insights into the importance of travel for black communities and the barriers they face, alongside prac...
Feb 23, 2024•45 min•Ep. 129
Join us for an insightful conversation with Karen Eber, author of 'The Perfect Story,' as we delve into the transformative power of storytelling. From its application in the corporate realm to enhancing job interviews, Karen shares invaluable insights on crafting compelling narratives that resonate with audiences. Explore the nuances of authentic communication, the role of AI in storytelling, and timeless techniques for refining your storytelling prowess. Discover practical tips for generating i...
Feb 16, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 128
Join us in this insightful episode as we delve into the world of filmmaking with Alejandro Loayza Grisi, the visionary behind the acclaimed film "Utama." Drawing from his background in still photography, Alejandro offers a unique perspective on the art of cinematography, emphasizing the importance of framing, lighting, and capturing authentic moments with non-professional actors. From his early experiences in photography to the transition into filmmaking, Alejandro shares invaluable insights int...
Feb 08, 2024•45 min•Ep. 127
Join us in a captivating conversation with Louis Gonzales as we delve into the essence of Renaissance living, personal growth, and the power of building trust. Explore the journey from mistakes to milestones and the art of embracing change. To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out the full video episodes on YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/@justtrevorcarlson To follow our travels and read our travel guides head to lostandlore.com or watch our travel videos on Y...
Feb 02, 2024•1 hr 26 min
Join us as we dive deep into the powerful memoir 'The Kneeling Man' with author Leta Seletzky. Explore the untold stories, historical intersections, and the transformative journey behind this extraordinary narrative. 📚✨ #TheKneelingMan #Memoir #AuthorInterview To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out the full video episodes on YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/@justtrevorcarlson To follow our travels and read our travel guides head to lostandlore.com or watch o...
Jan 25, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 125
In this engaging episode of "Embracing Growth, Building Relationships, and Making Positive Decisions," host Trevor Carlson and Guest Scott Dix delve into the fascinating world of personal and professional development. They explore the concept of being a Renaissance person, highlighting the immense value of possessing a broad range of competencies across various areas of life. The conversation takes an inspiring turn as they discuss the courage required to start over and venture into uncharted te...
Jan 18, 2024•1 hr 7 min
In this conversation, Joshua Berry discusses his book Dare to be Naive and how to find one's true self in a noisy world. He emphasizes the importance of continually questioning oneself and not accepting the current state as the set state. Joshua shares that the book uses stories and anecdotes to prompt readers to question their beliefs and think about what they truly believe and think. He also discusses the four essential questions that help individuals peel back and understand their beliefs. Jo...
Jan 15, 2024•1 hr 16 min
In this conversation, Trevor Carlson and Daniyal Sheikh discuss mindset, travel, and entrepreneurship. Daniyal shares his journey from struggling financially to building successful businesses and launching a football club. They explore the importance of surrounding yourself with a supportive circle and developing confidence through consistency. Daniyal emphasizes the need to focus on high-impact activities and take big swings in order to achieve success. They also touch on the power of travel in...
Jan 10, 2024•40 min
Noura Kevorkian, the director of the film Batata, shares the origin and journey of the film, which started as a story about potato farmers and evolved into a 13-year saga following the lives of Syrian refugees. She emphasizes the importance of refugee stories and the need for empathy and understanding. Noura discusses the impact of collective trauma on communities and the power of documentary filmmaking to create connections and change perspectives. She also provides advice for aspiring filmmake...
Dec 17, 2023•48 min
After attending a talk by the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala, India I recorded a few thoughts about how I saw him interact with folks in the temple. I was really blown away by his overall presence and how he carried himself. These are my thoughts and what I learned from the entire experience. To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out the full video episodes on YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/@justtrevorcarlson To follow our travels and read our travel guides head to...
Mar 14, 2023•13 min
On this week's episode of The Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson is joined by Sondre Rasch, the CEO and co-founder of SafetyWing, a remote health insurance company. The discussion revolves around the future of remote work and how to build an online company. Sondre shares his insights on the changing landscape of work and how remote work is becoming more and more popular. He talks about how SafetyWing was founded to address the gap in the insurance market for digital nomads and remote workers. Sondr...
Mar 07, 2023•54 min
On this episode of the Formula Podcast, we sit down with Eric Sutfin, the co-founder of Zeal. Eric is a digital nomad who has been globe-trotting for years, and he shares with us his tips for finding great locations to work as a digital nomad. Zeal is a great tool for finding locations as a digital nomad. In this podcast interview, Eric shares some of the tips and tricks he uses to find great locations that are perfect for working as a digital nomad. Check out Zeal here to help you find your nex...
Mar 01, 2023•57 min
On this episode of the Formula Podcast, host Trevor Carlson shares his top reads of 2022 and how they have influenced his perspective going into 2023. To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out the full video episodes on YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/@justtrevorcarlson To follow our travels and read our travel guides head to lostandlore.com or watch our travel videos on YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCavHMv7t-VKqYZrusR4eUUQ...
Feb 21, 2023•9 min
In this episode of the Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson shares 2 life principles from Victor Frankl's book, Man's Search for Meaning. If you're looking for ideas on how to live a fulfilling and meaningful life, then you'll want to listen to this episode! Trevor shares with us these principles that will help make sure your goals for the year 2023 match up with the direction of your life. To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out the full video episodes on YouTube here -...
Feb 08, 2023•4 min
Ladies and gentlemen, it has been a long time since we released a new episode. I'll be sharing stories and interviews over the past year and am very excited to be back! To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or watch on youtube To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out the full video episodes on YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/@justtrevorcarlson To follow our travels and read our travel guides head to lostandlore.com or watch our travel videos...
Jan 31, 2023•4 min
When you look at Ken McClellend you might not be surprised that he competes in strong man competitions, is a former gym owner and MMA fighter. However, you might not have guessed that he does yoga and pilates, reads poetry and he’s passionate about finding joy! Listen to this episode of The Formula Podcast to hear what sets Ken apart from his competition, how to take care of your body, and why it’s okay to look dumb sometimes. To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out...
Feb 24, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel the world by yourself? Katie Shepherd began her solo-travel journey in Honduras and since then has gone all around the world enjoying sunsets, attending snowboarding camps, deep-sea diving, and doing what scares her! Through her many challenges, she has maintained a positive perspective that the rough times and the happy times are all apart of the adventure. To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out the full video...
Feb 16, 2021•52 min
If you could ask a time traveler one question, what would you ask? Drew Curtis, founder of Fark.com has been appointed the title of time traveler after his tweet from 2016 recently became viral. Full of wise advice beyond his fortune-telling, Drew shares his input on why failure is necessary, being okay with sucking at something for a while and living without fear. To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out the full video episodes on YouTube here - https://www.youtube....
Feb 12, 2021•53 min
What if Sherlock Holmes had magical powers? What if instead of investigating normal criminals he investigated the supernatural? In this episode, I sit down with Jackaby series author, William Ritter, to discuss the art of telling magical stories, how he got his start as a writer, what love means to him, and a whole bunch more. As an aspiring writer, it was an amazing experience to interview Will and hear his journey of becoming the best-selling author he is today. You're not going to want to mis...
Feb 02, 2021•41 min
On this episode of the Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson interviews Stancioiu Ruxandra, on of the 3 founders of the Boozy Cats in Bucharest, Romania. The Boozy Cats is a swing dance organization that puts on international swing dance events in Bucharest. In this episode we discuss: - Why you should swing dance - Why should you visit Romania? - How to keep going when things are tough Click that subscribe button to follow along for upcoming episodes. Visit theformulapodcast.com for more content just...
Jan 27, 2021•41 min
Have you ever considered quitting your job, packing up everything, and traveling the world? Listen to Metin Abit's story of how he quit his job and packed his things to document his travels around the world for a whole year. Check out Metin's Youtube channel Follow Metin on Instagram Visit the theformulapodcast.com for more episodes on travel and lifestyle design with Trevor Carlson. To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out the full video episodes on YouTube here - h...
Dec 03, 2020•22 min
It's been a long time since I recorded anything. Getting ready to start dropping episodes like they are hot so get caught up on where I've been with covid-19 and my recovery. Take care and see you guys soon! theformulapodcast.com Instagram: @theformulapodcast Facebook: The Formula Podcast To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out the full video episodes on YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/@justtrevorcarlson To follow our travels and read our travel guides head t...
Nov 25, 2020•19 min
