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Vandal Truong's Curious World Podcast

Vandal Truongwww.podomatic.com
The podcast that is dedicated to truthful conversation about life. Ordinary People Having Extraordinary Conversations. We have some laughs, too. www.vandaltruong.com
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Episodes

#225- How To Daddy (I Have No Idea...)

I recently became a father. This whole experience has been mostly challenging, often hilarious, and occasionally magical. Letting go. It remains the hardest lesson for me. But letting go can set you free. All these things can come together to craft this life you never thought you wanted or knew you wanted: to be guided by light and selfless purpose instead of money or career ambition.

Sep 27, 201925 min

#220- The Lounge feat. Aremni & Dave

Welcome to The Lounge: Aremni & Dave discuss why women are attracted to taller men, toxic relationships, ways to better yourself for love- and much more!

Aug 11, 20191 hr 2 min

#213 Diana Athena "I'm Still Learning"

This is a podcast about yoga but it's really a conversation that explores the invaluable lessons learned from when we take chances on ourselves.Open your mind, work really hard, & you might be surprised. - ** Diana IG https://www.instagram.com/dianaathenayoga/ - . Diana on The Wheel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRPHDYbivzk

Jul 08, 20191 hr 4 min

#212 "I, America" with Jason Simons

It's our 4th of July special! We examine America- where we currently are as a nation, how did we get here, the bad things about this country & the good- often great things- about the USA. Special guest: Jason Simons.

Jun 30, 20191 hr 19 min

#210- Yuri Barnwell- Signal to Hope

Hope is something we can't prove. But it serves as the best compass. Yuri explains how hope enables him to see the not only the world through a better lens but himself too.

May 26, 20191 hr 15 min

#204- 1992, Part Two "Entertainment" feat. JASON SIMONS

In Part Two, we dive in to the movies, TV shows, music, and yes- comic books! that were popular in 1992. Some things remain a lexicon of pop culture, like "You can't handle the truth!" and "There's no crying in baseball!" while others like Image Comics did not stand the test of time.

Mar 25, 20191 hr 10 min

#202- Clara Yoo- Cala Vela & The Pursuit of Joy

Clara Yoo left the prestige of working for brands like Cole Haan, Michael Kors, and Calvin Klein to embark on her own journey. That journey is fueled by a pursuit not of money or fame but what brings her joy. Her new company is CALA VELA. ** www.calavelany.com IG: @yooclara @thefashionpaysmyfashionbills

Mar 20, 20191 hr 2 min

#201- Doug Lane- Be Your Own Boss

Being your own boss doesn't mean create your own company. It's a mindset of how you view your life. Doug has recently created his own tech marketing/ security company. We discuss how it doesn't have to be a fight but a dance of work & reflection. -- Please check out: https://axalane.com/

Feb 24, 201953 min

#200- Meagan Gordon Scheuerman- "Babies Are The Worst"

It's our super sized 200th episode. Hooray! What better way to celebrate this baby then to discuss, well.. babies! Meagan talks about being an actress in NYC & LA, the writing process, myths of motherhood, and her struggles with PPD in her new memoir "Babies Are The Worst". -- Website: https://www.meaganscheuerman.com/ _ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meagangordonscheuerman/ _ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BabiesRtheWorst _ Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Babies-Are-Worst-Memoir-Mo...

Feb 14, 20191 hr 23 min

#199- Money vs Debt

Financial debt can stop you from reaching your goals and take away your happiness. JASON SIMONS has spent the last year researching personal finance & the nasty, underhanded business of Debt Collectors. He explains how most of what they do is illegal but if you're in a financial crisis how you can protect yourself.

Jan 27, 20191 hr 5 min

#193- Three Gates

When we look at our lives, we think about our goals. We want to announce to the world we matter. If only we could stop looking forward and looking backwards, and be grateful for the current moments.

Nov 12, 201824 min

#192- Bobby T.Rex- "Act Right To Get Right"

Sometimes the way we behave is a guide to the way we think of the world and ourselves. Artist Bobby T. Rex talks about the importance of finding your voice & vision. And staying true to both.

Nov 03, 20181 hr 14 min

#191- Where You Are

Reflections of the heart's travels. Don't force anything. Don't resist anything. We are not our feelings. We are what we think we are.

Oct 26, 201822 min

#188- Writers' Work (feat. Jason Simons)

Writer Jason Simons discusses the importance of putting in the work- the hours- not to get published necessarily but to become better at the craft of writing. __ Jason's blog https://adifferenttway.wordpress.com/ .. Jason's novel Two Fisted Power https://smile.amazon.com/Two-Fisted-Power-Jason-Simons-ebook/dp/B00M31JIHA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1537403548&sr=8-1&keywords=two+fisted+power

Sep 20, 20181 hr 11 min

#183- Jason Simons- The Race Card

Jason Simons returns to the podcast for a candid conversation on group think, race, and how we can improve how we treat ourselves & each other.

Aug 14, 201855 min

#181- It Rained, We Were Poor

In the Stories series, I reflect on going to the Virginia state fair in the 6th grade, velvet curtains & shirtless dudes in overalls. . ______________ The Vandal Truong CuriousWorld Podcast . Instagram: www.instagram.com/vandalvt33/ . Twitter: twitter.com/vandalvt33 . Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/vtcuriousworldpodcast . Official website: www.vandaltruong.com/

Jul 31, 201842 min

#180- Josh Taylor- Life of Performance

How often are we really ourselves in life vs a projection of who we need to be in a certain space and time? Actor Josh Taylor discusses the importance of checking ambition & ego to find your real self.

Jul 23, 20181 hr 8 min

THE BIG IDEA w/ Shuli Hallak & Vandal Truong #6- Work Is A 4 Letter Word

Shuli & Vandal explore modern work culture. Is there an agreement for dishonesty at every work site that to be efficient in a shorter amount of time is counter to what the company demands from its employees? Are we working to stay busy but in actuality are less efficient? We dig into how our work reflects & informs our identity. ____ Tim Ferris "The 4 Hour Work Week" https://www.amazon.com/4-Hour-Workweek-Escape-Live-Anywhere/dp/0307465357/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=153183915...

Jul 17, 20181 hr 11 min

#178- Darren Benson- Everything IS Process

Darren Benson is an aspiring writer. We talk about comic books and his handcrafted toys. ______ .. The Vandal Truong CuriousWorld Podcast . Instagram: www.instagram.com/vandalvt33/ . Twitter: twitter.com/vandalvt33 . Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/vtcuriousworldpodcast . Official website: www.vandaltruong.com/

Jul 10, 201838 min

#177- Summer Jamz - Get It On!

If you're traveling or just staying put here is a playlist that will get you into the full summer mode. And of course I toss in some stories for each song. Happy 4th of July! __ 1. Jackson Browne- "I'm Alive" . 2. Kenny Rodgers & Dolly Parton- "Islands In The Stream" . 3. Color Me Badd- "I Wanna Sex U Up" . 4. Bob Dylan- "It Takes A lot to Laugh It Takes A Train To Cry" . 5. Debbie Gibson- "Shake Your Love" __ The Vandal Truong CuriousWorld Podcast .. Instagram: www.instagram.com/vandalvt33/...

Jun 29, 201825 min

#175- Helen Fry- The London Cage

Historian, Author Helen Fry discusses her new book The London Cage which brings to light the controversial revelations about WWII interrogations in the heart of London. She called me from her office in Beford Square, London.

Jun 25, 201832 min

#173- Lulu Soni- Get Out Of Your Head, Into Your Heart

LULU SONI is an accomplished dance artist & remarkable yoga instructor (personal bias here). We discuss the challenges of happiness, drinking wine, and intense dance teachers that demand payment in sweat! -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------. . Lulu on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lulusoni/ . Yoga To The People https://yogatothepeople.com/ . The Yoga Room http://www.the-yoga-room.com/ . ----------------------------...

Jun 13, 20181 hr 11 min

#171- Mike G. - Growing Up

We share some of the more embarrassing items of our childhood like being an avid rollerskater with a full outfit (Mike) and a way too competitive breakdancer (Me). Mike also shares how life's shortcomings have given him insight, strength, & shaped who he is today. * * ************ https://soundcloud.com/lou-dooben

May 23, 20181 hr 4 min
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