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We interview disruptors deeply and meaningfully. Full of humor, dialogue and biting commentary, we hope Multiple Disruptions will give you insight into your day. Buy me a coffee! (No, really)

Hoon Paradise


    • Mar 2, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 40m AVG DURATION
    • 39 EPISODES


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    EP.35: Linda Price

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2020 100:40


    Linda Price is an established artist with an incredible background. Groomed to take over her family business at Thermo King, the global leader in transport refrigeration no less, she decided to take a decidedly different route when she stricken by an epiphany at an early age - to create art. Hoon and Linda talk about empowerment, the vibrational energy of art, her husband's venture in computational chemistry, anxiety and the importance of letting the Universe guide you rather than forcing a role that you were not meant to be because of other people's preconceived notions of who you are.

    Ep.34: Jason Clark

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2019 115:28


    SEASON TWO (2020) starts with Jason Clark. He is a devoted father, husband, bricklayer, recovering addict, survivor, comedian, actor, coach and mentor, who currently leads the Arcade Comedy Theater in downtown Pittsburgh.

    EP.28: Brian Pekarcik Release

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2019 121:28


    Previous release of this episode has been corrected with better audio. This is a re-lease ahead of our final Best Of episode coming soon ======================. Brian Pekarcik is the owner operator disruptor and head chef of a successful restaurant venture, S & P Group, in the city of Pittsburgh. He and Hoon sit down together and talk beyond the restaurant industry and what he has learned over the years. Sharing his experiences as a young college kid trying to break into the industry, Brian talks candidly about his career decisions, his trials and tribulations as a cook, his volunteering stint at a homeless shelter, meeting his wife, benefits of cold calling, proper mindset for success, minding finances and making prudent decisions in and out of the workplace. In the second half of the podcast, recorded 8 months after the first part (you'll find out why in the podcast), he talks about sensitive topics with aplomb: the prevalent use of drugs in the restaurant industry, building community within an organization of 200 people, the changing landscape of a growing food scene in a growing city, working alongside food critics, and solid, applicable advice not just for people in the food industry, but for everyone looking to improve their lives. Enjoy. And keep on disrupting. Fearlessly.

    Ep.33: Lou Kroeck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2019 110:18


    Hoon Paradise (Multiple Disruptions, Pittsburgh Prep) sits down with Louis Kroeck (Managing Parnter at LJK Law PLLC, PGH Fine Drinking Society) and share an altogether delightful conversation on a wide-range of topics, including a few zingers peppered throughout. Descending from a long lineage of lawyers (except for his corporate-minded Mom & antique-dealing Dad), Lou shares his thoughts on who is the better looking in the family, how he first started out after college in a basement startup, his work with the Pittsburgh chapter of ACLU, his bygone Frat days at Case Western Reserve, school shootings & public safety, reasons NOT to livein China after becoming a millionaire, and his love of food and community via a group he founded over a decade ago aptly named the Pittsburgh Fine Drinking Society. Just an amazing interview all around. YOUR support means a LOT! Please SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT. And SHARE with your friends. Creating these podcasts & videos requires time, effort and money, and your engagement is the ONLY thing we ask at Multiple Disruptions. Full episodes of the Multiple Disruptions Podcast is on iTunes, GooglePlay, & YouTube. Support us! For sponsorship, guest and all inquiries email: disruptor@multipledisruptions.com Lou's law firm can be found here: https://ljk-law.com/ The PGH Fine Drinking Society can be found on Facebook. Support me on BuyMeACoffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/H1QEteVo8

    Ep.32: Brian Broome

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2019 94:13


    Brian Broome - writer, novelist, author, fellow at the University of Pittsburgh - sits down with Hoon Paradise to share his childhood, and discusses all manners of things without judgment or hesitation. They journey through Ohio, racism, romance, being gay, and black, drug addictions & recovery, and why everyone is a heauxxxx deep down inside. Full of humor and genuine honesty, Brian shows us his life, led with clarity and conviction, emotion and chaos, that are all reflected in his growing body of work as a disruptor. Keep on disrupting, always, heauxxxxx, Please subscribe and comment. Full video episode on our Youtube channel. Special thanks for Rachel Hill for the superb edits.

    Ep.31: Olga Pogoda

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2019 98:44


    Olga Pogoda is the co-founder of KRNLS, a startup that helps other startups identify and resolve issues in all manner of issues ranging from management to marketing & sales. With her extensive background in the makers/creators industry, alongside her successful crowdfunding campaigns that has raised over $2 million for her clients, she graciously shares with us her knowledge and perspective that will give you insight and motivation for your own endeavors. Unafraid to admit when she is unsure, but positively optimistic of all things including motherhood, Olga is both candid and fearless as she and Hoon touch upon her childhood spent in Belarus, humble beginnings as an administrative assistant, to her powerful story of exemplary persistence. Enjoy. And keep on disrupting, fearlessly. Would you buy me cup of coffee? Support me on BuyMeACoffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/H1QEteVo8 #BuyMeACoffee If you need help with your startup, KRNLS can be found here: https://www.krnls.co/ Pitchwerks Podcast (highly recommended) can be found here: https://www.pitchwerks.com/podcast Royalty Free Music provided by: Oh! No by Le Gang https://soundcloud.com/thisislegang Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0// Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/-dhBgX-XW2g

    Ep.30: Harry Bergman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2019 102:49


    In today's episode, Harry Bergman sits down with Hoon to share a powerful story of overcoming challenges - both physical and mental - with humor, grace and insightful perspective. As a lifelong gymnast who suffered a debilitating back injury at the prime of his athletic career, he learned to pivot, tumble and disrupt - persevering and re-adjusting his goals and passion into something altogether meaningful. His grit and genuinely affable personality shines through and through, as he talks about his past and present relationships, his strict rules on coaching gymnasts, overcoming bullying in high school, and the importance of forming a supportive community. A delightful conversation all around. Keep on disrupting, fearlessly.

    Ep.29: Carmen Gentile

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2019 121:12


    Carmen Gentile is a war correspondent who has spent time in Afghanistan, Iraq and Haiti with an incredible story of surviving an RPG attack from terrorists. Armed with his new book, Blindsided by the Taliban, he shares with Hoon his background, experiences as a journalist, his whirlwind romances, recovery from drug addictions, PTSD, and finding new meaning in his life as a newly minted father to his 3 year old daughter. Throughout the conversation, Carmen is ruggedly honest and shares his thoughts and vulnerability without judgment. At times humorous, and at other times deadly serious, this episode will have you walk away with a much deeper appreciation of the existential circumstances that surround disruptors like Carmen, who wear their heart of their sleeves and find their strength and resolve from within. Carmen's book can be found on Amazon & Kindle, "Blindsided by the Taliban", and his new venture: www.postindustrial.com Thank you for listening. Special thanks to Joshua Siebert for the introduction and Korean lunch. Please do visit our crappy Patreon.com/multipledisruptions page to donate. Subscribe on itunes and soundcloud. If you'd like to be a sponsor, email us disruptor@multipledisruptions.com. And if NPR is listening, this podcast is ready to hit the bigtime. Keep on disrupting. Fearlessly.

    Ep.28: Brian Pekarcik

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2019 121:28


    Brian Pekarcik is the owner operator disruptor and head chef of a successful restaurant venture, S & P Group, in the city of Pittsburgh. He and Hoon sit down together and talk beyond the restaurant industry and what he has learned over the years. Sharing his experiences as a young college kid trying to break into the industry, Brian talks candidly about his career decisions, his trials and tribulations as a cook, his volunteering stint at a homeless shelter, meeting his wife, benefits of cold calling, proper mindset for success, minding finances and making prudent decisions in and out of the workplace. In the second half of the podcast, recorded 8 months after the first part (you'll find out why in the podcast), he talks about sensitive topics with aplomb: the prevalent use of drugs in the restaurant industry, building community within an organization of 200 people, the changing landscape of a growing food scene in a growing city, working alongside food critics, and solid, applicable advice not just for people in the food industry, but for everyone looking to improve their lives. Enjoy. And keep on disrupting. Fearlessly.

    ADDICTIONS & RECOVERY SERIES #2(Ep. 27): Aline Krisner and Georgia Sarantinoudis

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2018 103:58


    In this episode Aline and Georgia share their stories of past drug addictions, recovery and sobriety in an honest and open discussion as they each face a transitional time in their lives. Aline is moving out to California to pursue her dreams as an architect and brazilian jiujitu competitor, while Georgia is looking to move to Greece to (re)start her life anew. As the holiday season approaches, have a safe, festive time, while also keeping in mind those who are in active recovery. Much love. Keep on disrupting. Always.

    Ep.26: Alison Garber

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2018 97:37


    Alison Garber is the proprietor of Native Apothecary, an extension of her spiritual beliefs as a practicing witch. She sits down with Hoon to discuss the history of witches, at times known as wise women, who were healers in their community in the olden days prior to religious persecution. She shares her unique foraging methods, creations of various different tinctures and essences, and how energy flows in and out of physical spaces that we all need to be attuned to. Discussing a wide range of topics from how to tackle evils in the world to how we as individuals can play a part in being a force for good, Alison is a thoughtful, conscientious and caring witch, a true disruptor who you will find only here at Multiple Disruptions podcast.

    Ep.25: Paulo Lucero

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2018 101:04


    ** Re-release* For some odd reason, this episode release did not include the entire conversation, cutting it off at min. 56 mark. This should correct that by including the full 1:40 hr. conversation. * Do you even lift bro? Paulo is a self-professed bodybuilding powerlifter who has dedicated his life to the sport. Hoon and Josh pick Paulo's brains about proper lifting techniques to his views on nutrition and supplementation. From Paulo's childhood to his current status as a nursing student, join Paulo , Hoon and Josh as they have a thoroughly enjoyable bromancing conversation in this episode. Please like, comment and share.

    Ep.24: Jon Rubin

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2018 124:59


    Prof. Jon Rubin sits down with Hoon and they dig deep into his artwork and their meanings. Although he is an artist who is personally uncomfortable being the center of attention, his artwork facilitates discussion and sometimes outright controversy. Jon discusses how he came to be an artist (attending art school at the same time as his mom), his unconventional works of art, his inclusion in the prestigious Carnegie International Art Festival this year, his teaching methods and philosophy, the role of heroes in society, and the importance of art displaying the fact that there is "greater ambiguity and recognition of the complexity of life". He also provides closure on the controversy that surrounded the Last Billboard where Alicia Wormsley's quote "There are Black People in the Future" was taken down distastefully. A wonderful conversation that you will both enjoy and learn from. Keep on disrupting, always. Please like, comment and share. Thank you.

    Ep.23: Sarah Lieb

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2018 125:43


    Sarah Lieb was diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago. In this episode, she talks to Hoon about her upbringing (hello Erie, PA!)as an adopted child, her college major and career path that eventually led her to Pittsburgh as an event planner. With a solid circle of friends and a good support system, she surprisingly did not share her cancer diagnosis with anyone except her parents and just a few of her closest friends. Find out why she decided to keep things to herself, and only after she had completed all of her chemo treatments that resulted in a masectomy, why she is ready to share her story - for you and everyone else who may be going through medical trauma - in today's heartfelt episode of Multiple Disruptions. Keep on disrupting, always. Please like, share and comment. Thank you.

    Ep.22: Richard Pell

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2018 129:33


    Richard Pell is an art professor at the prestigious Carnegie Mellon University, and the director of the Center for Post Natural History. His mission, as he tells Hoon, involves questioning and investigating just about everything on how humans have affected other organisms. Soft spoken and thoughtful in his choices of words, he elicits intrigue and interest discussing his background as a computer hacker, his propensity to "back into things" to great effect, and his associations with various different revolutionary groups, the FBI, and bioterrorism. Yet the most important part of his story is firmly rooted in his own personal and professional inquiry on how we are all a part of this ever changing landscape, and the things that are affected around us. A fascinating and insightful conversation. Enjoy. And keep on disrupting, always. Please like, share and comment. If you do those kinds of things.

    Ep.21: Willy James

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2018 123:04


    As a young vlogger and documentarian, Willy James is quickly making a name for himself, capturing the goings-on of his city. Willy and Hoon sit together and discuss the finer art of capturing people in their most authentic space, having ambitions, the finer art of kissing, and the power of meditation. Currently the proprietor of the Pittsburgh Cool Club, and the videographer for Creative Mornings Pittsburgh, it won't be long until Willy becomes as famous as Rick Sebak. An altogether likeable guy, Willy here is presented in his truth. Keep on disrupting. Always.

    ADDICTIONS & RECOVERY SERIES #1 (Ep.20): Ken Aquiline

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2018 110:14


    Ken and Hoon talk candidly about the powerful ways addiction can destroy everything and everyone around the addict. Never once making excuses for himself, Ken shares his strength and resolve that allows him to carry forth every single day in his life of active recovery. Although he leads a life that has meaning and purpose today, it wasn't always that way. It's extremely rare to find someone so candid, without any other motive, who shares his truth the way Ken does in this episode. If you or know someone who needs help, don't hesitate to find the proper resources. There is light at the end of the tunnel. Have faith. Seek out help. Listen to others who love you. Find the strength and motivation as Ken has. Take a listen to his story. Comment. And please share with your friends and family. Keep on disrupting. Always.

    Ep.19: Mario Fusca

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2018 99:27


    In this episode, Mario and Hoon talk about things. Lots of things. Things like cooking, football, crime, growing up in a gritty neighborhood, being popular in high school, playing in a band, celebrities, standup comedy and hosting his new live talk show, "Special Sessions Live" held at Black Forge Coffee House in Pittsburgh PA. Though the conversation is lighthearted, and thoroughly enjoyable to listen to, Mario's own personal disruption lies within the way he reflects on all of his changes and transitions, and his positive outlook that he carries with him throughout. Please enjoy. Share. Comment. And remember: keep on disrupting, always.

    Ep.18: Lou Gaston

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2018 76:45


    Dr. Lou Gaston has worn many hats in his lifetime. As an active Lieutenant Colonel with the US Army, chief medical officer at Armstrong County Jail, and a semi-retired chiropractor-turned-entrepreneur-contractor, he sits down with Hoon to talk about his family upbringing as an immigrant's son from Italy, his schooling, his family, to his current role as an entrepreneur. At 70 years old, Lou gives pertinent insight into the importance of never giving up, of listening to others, blooming late in life, developing strong daily habits in both academics and work-life-health, and how a chance meeting with Hoon's late father-in-law, Frank Dlubak, in 2008 changed his entire life around, resulting in a multi-million dollar contract with the federal government. A shorter interview than usual, this one's packed with humor, insight and real-life stories sure to motivate you. Enjoy, subscribe, and share. And, as always, keep on disrupting.

    Poets and Words #1: Another Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2018 1:09


    Another Day by Craig Morgan Teicher It should be difficult, always difficult, rising from bed each morning, against gravity, against dreams, which weigh like the forgotten names of remembered faces. But some days it’s easy, nothing, to rise, to feed, to work, to commit the small graces that add up to love, to family, to memory, finally to life, or what one would choose to remember of it, not those other leaden mornings when sleep is so far preferable to pulling over one’s head the wet shirt of one’s identity again, the self one had been honing or fleeing all these years, one’s fine, blessed self, one’s only, which another day fills. Copyright 2017, from The Trembling Answers

    Ep.17: Stephanie Strasburg

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2018 129:29


    Stephanie Strasburg is a photojournalist at the Pittsburgh Post Gazette who, through happenstance and gumption, took a circuitous route to her current endeavor. Having worn many hats, she sits down with Hoon to talk about her incredibly interesting and varied background as a revolutionary, an environmentalist, an assault survivor, an artist, among others. Through every journey, every experience, and every disruption, she recants with deep emotion on how each aspect of her life has affected her thoughts and beliefs. Soft-spoken and honest, she recounts her narrative with meaningful reflection from childhood to her current project following the drug epidemic in Pittsburgh, PA. As a photojournalist, Stephanie spends her nights capturing the truths of others; in this episode, spend your time listening to hers. Keep on disrupting, always.

    Ep.16: Julia Erickson Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2018 71:23


    Julia Erickson is a highly accomplished dancer who is stepping down from an illustrious 18-year career as Principal ballerina at the Pittsburgh Ballet Theater this year. She sits down with Hoon in this special two-part podcast to talk about how she led her life as a disruptive dancer and entrepreneur. In Part 1, Julia shares her background, education, entrepreneurial ventures, and reflects on her role as a Principal ballerina at the PBT. Hoon asks Julia to comment on some of the sobering statistics involved in the field of dancing as a career. They also hilariously realize they knew each other from a random Yoga event 7-years ago. In Part 2, Julia and Hoon continue their conversation with a focus on the psychology of dancing, body dysmorphia, what leadership means for her, and the next act as she transitions out of Pittsburgh and into, well, the world. Aspiring and future dancers, parents, athletes and entrepreneurs alike will find tremendous value and wisdom, peppered with humor and insight, in this podcast. Please share with friends, subscribe, comment and most of all, enjoy. And, keep on disrupting. Always.

    Ep.16: Julia Erickson Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2018 74:19


    Julia Erickson is a highly accomplished dancer who is stepping down from an illustrious 18-year career as Principal ballerina at the Pittsburgh Ballet Theater this year. She sits down with Hoon in this special two-part podcast to talk about how she led her life as a disruptive dancer and entrepreneur. In Part 1, Julia shares her background, education, entrepreneurial ventures, and reflects on her role as a Principal ballerina at the PBT. Hoon asks Julia to comment on some of the sobering statistics involved in the field of dancing as a career. They also hilariously realize they knew each other from a random Yoga event 7-years ago. In Part 2, Julia and Hoon continue their conversation with a focus on the psychology of dancing, body dysmorphia, what leadership means for her, and the next act as she transitions out of Pittsburgh and into, well, the world. Aspiring and future dancers, parents, athletes and entrepreneurs alike will find tremendous value and wisdom, peppered with humor and insight, in this podcast. Please share with friends, subscribe, comment and most of all, enjoy. And, keep on disrupting. Always.

    Ep.15: Walter Aguirre

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2018 104:36


    A Salvadorian-Mexican son of an immigrant single mom, Walter Aguirre is a self-professed high school dropout who, despite all odds, became a US Marine and worked his way to become a successful entrepreneur living the "American Dream." Walt sits down with Hoon to talk about his life philosophy, his focus on fatherhood, the importance of toughening up when rearing our kids, the current political climate and so much more that will get you absolutely re-energized and motivated to tackle life in a positive and productive manner. Calm, collected, experienced and thoughtful, Walt may be the eponymous embodiment of the current American Dream. Enjoy.

    Ep.14: David Pohl

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2018 130:42


    David Pohl is a resident artist who has worked for 27 years as an illustrator and artist nationally and regionally for magazines, museums, universities and well, just about everywhere. Soft-spoken and philosophical without pretense, David sits down with Hoon in this episode, and they talk about a great variety of topics including the process of creating #art, taking initiatives, the education of an artist, Fred Rogers, parental upbringing, and so much more. In today's episode, you'll find laughter, as well as deep and meaningful insight in this portrait of a genuine artist. Please enjoy. You can find out more of David's artwork at www.davidpohl.com and on insta @house_of_pingting

    Ep.13: Josh Siebert

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2018 114:58


    Ever wonder what a law clerk actually does exactly? Josh Siebert talks to Hoon about his career as a clerk in the PA Supreme Court system, his cross-country upbringing, views on education and his new role in fatherhood. A fun, honest, at times deep, but always authentic conversation that you will find worthwhile and enjoyable to listen to. Please share and comment. Thanks. Visit our sponsors at audibletrial.com/multipledisruptions and warbyparkertrial.com/multipledisruptions Support us on Patreon.com/multipledisruptions And keep on disrupting, always.

    Ep.12: Sven Hosford

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2018 91:57


    Sven Hosford, media director for the PA Medical Cannabis Society and director of Dispense magazine, sits down with Hoon to talk about a quiet revolution that's been happening in PA as it relates to medical marijuana. They talk about the medical benefits and risks of CANNABIS, the importance of being an informed leader of your own HEALTH, the role profiteers play in Western medicine, and how to understand TRAUMA to properly cope with such potentially crippling experiences in your life. An enlightening and insightful conversation. Enjoy. Visit us on Patreon.com/multipledisruptions - your support would be just great. And as always, thanks for listening. Visit our sponsors: www.warbyparkertrial.com/multipledisruptions www.audibletrial.com/multipledisruptions

    Ep.11: Alecia Dawn Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2018 120:13


    Alecia Dawn Young is a new mom, entrepreneur, and a whirlwind of motivation who has sought after and created her own opportunities. She sits down with Hoon to talk about her prescriptions for wading through life's various barriers and how to face your discomforts head-on, when to listen to authority, and being sensitive to the overall context to guide your judgments. Her new venture, Yogamotif, seeks to heal through an innovative make + take yoga sessions incorporating paint and other movements. She shares her thoughtful views on culture, yoga, and Rosanne Barr + consequences of actions.

    Ep.10: Damon Toey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2018 87:09


    As a teen, in the late 90's, Damon Toey had a knack for hacking. At first, it was curiosity that fueled him to tinker around with computers. But then, it soon grew into a multi-million dollar heist of over 75% of all credit cards in the United States. When he was finally caught by the Secret Service, his talents led him staring down at potentially two life sentences worth of sentencing in Federal prison. Damon sits down with Hoon to talk frankly about how he fell so far and so quickly down the rabbit hole, his meaningful reflections, and the actions that he has taken since getting out of prison. As you listen to this powerful episode, think about your preconceptions of what a person is defined by, and how it can change over time and behavior.

    Ep.9: David Alan

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2018 102:00


    David Alan, proprietor of the Proper Knot and David Alan Clothing Co., sits down with Hoon and shares a truly fun, motivating story of entrepreneurship, its challenges and rewards. From his humble beginnings from a small town in Pittsburgh, armed with a formal education in sports marketing, he talks to us about his his transition as a medical device salesman into a full-time clothing designer that started with a simple idea to redesign the tie. An exciting story of a growing business, full of personal anecdotes and a few celebrities mixed in (WWE stars!) as well. Share and comment on this episode. We appreciate you listening to our growing podcast at Multiple Disruptions. Visit us on Patreon.com/multipledisruptions - your support would be just great. And thanks for listening. Visit our sponsors: www.warbyparkertrial.com/multipledisruptions www.audibletrial.com/multipledisruptions

    Ep.8: Amanda Averell

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2018 105:58


    What is comedy? And how does it serve to disrupt our lives? Hoon talks with Amanda Averell who shares her thoughts on her newfound career as a comedian, the ups and downs of the job, as well some clarifications on the subject. Candid and real, she shows us how we can incorporate comedy into our everyday lives in a meaningful way.

    Ep.7: Leah Lizarondo

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2018 83:15


    Leah Lizarondo is a social entrepreneur who is powerfully changing the way we think about and tackle food waste in America. As a graduate of CMU's Heinz College of Public Policy, she’s founded @412foodrescue where in the first three years of operation they have saved nearly 3 million pounds of food that otherwise would have landed in landfills - going completely to waste. Looking to expand the organization into other cities, Leah sits down with Hoon to discuss her childhood in the Phillipines, her career path, her passion in ending food waste, and her plans moving forward. A great and motivating conversation especially for all you future change agents and social entrepreneurs out there seeking to do good. Please, share and rate this podcast with all of your friends. It turns out that for increasing our visibility and viability, your ratings and comments have tremendous weight. So please do take the time to rate and comment us. Your feedback means a lot to us @multipledisruptions. Lastly, visit us on Patreon.com/multipledisruptions - your contributions make what we do possible. We may send a t-shirt for the first supporters at Patreon! A really nice t-shirt at that. Because we love you as much as you love us. !!Thank you for your continued listen and support!! Visit our sponsors: www.warbyparkertrial.com/multipledisruptions www.audibletrial.com/multipledisruptions

    Ep.6: Cody Walters

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2018 115:09


    How do you throw a successful festival? For Cody, it was as if he was meant for this role as founder of a highly successful music festival. Spanning a full weekend in July, with over 350 musical acts spanning 30+ stages, over 20,000 people will be roaming around a once blighted neighborhood not many gave a thought to. Cody sits down with Hoon to talk about his childhood, the humble beginnings of a barcrawl, his role as a community organizer and creating opportunities in an organic way. This episode features a different sort of disruptor who always seems to find solutions, doesn't linger too long on his hardships, and manages to keep his sanity (and marriage) happily intact. In fact, he wouldn't want it any other way. Find out why "it all started with a garden."

    Ep.5: Rocky Long

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2018 141:38


    Violence begets violence. But for Rocky Long, a once lanky teenaged Mexican American gangster from Texas, violence was both a problem and a place of salvation. Hoon sits down with Rocky in this episode, touching on topics such as gang violence, juvenile detention, his greatest fights, raising a family, innovating “thug-jitsu” and the mentality required to becoming a champion. Having held seven title belts in several top mma promotions and having fought some of the biggest names in the sport throughout his 20 year career, Rocky’s story is one of perseverance, redemption, acceptance and resolve. As he prepares for his eventual retirement fight, in the twilight of his fighting career, Rocky takes us on a journey of his life past, present and future. Some people fight for glory and fame, but for Rocky, fighting is a way of life, a lifestyle, that keeps him true to his faith to his family and his religion. A soft spoken man with a fist that can knock you out in a heartbeat, he currently teaches at Stout Training Renzo Gracie in Pittsburgh, PA,

    Ep.4: Justin Strong

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2018 102:39


    Episode 4: Justin Strong "Are there black people in the future?" This is a question that came with intense backlash from an controversy that surrounded Alisha Wormsley's artwork. Justin Strong sits down with Hoon about his thoughts on this question & cultural appropriation, his former venture The Shadow Lounge where he featured acts like KRS-One and other artists before they became famous, to talk about his upbringing, and on the topic of entrepreneurship as an African American male. His thoughtful approach to his life is shaped by the ups and downs of his past, his beautiful daughter and fatherhood, and his grit. Filled with humor and insight, this episode features a different perspective from a disruptor who took a big chance 20 years go and continues to look for the right opportunity as he moves forward.

    Ep.3: Calvin Ecker

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2018 86:37


    In this episode, Hoon talks to Calvin, former student, and a thoughtful and mature high school senior who identifies himself as transgendered. They discuss Calvin's upbringing as a foster child and the challenges he's faced as he explores his identity in the current climate in and out of school. In the second half of the podcast, Hoon has a chance to talk to Calvin's adoptive single parent, Ana, who shares her views on the transgender LGBT movement, as well as her personal experiences raising Calvin. She also quotes Mr. Rogers. I mean, how awesome is that. Relevant in topic and scope, this podcast showcases how real the issue is for not just Calvin and Ana, but for everyone, including all of us.

    Ep.2: Melissa McCart

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2018 86:44


    Melissa McCart is a former AP English teacher, and current journalist, who works as the head food critic at the Pittsburgh Post Gazette. She sits down with Hoon to share her thoughts on her personal journey, as well as the challenges she faces as food critic. And yes, she eats out a lot, and gets paid to do so – but it's not so envious as you might imagine it to be. In Part 2, Melissa and Hoon talk about how the ever-changing landscape of restaurants is tied to real estate development, provides her recommended readings for the budding food lover, and her thoughts on disruption. Literally dropping bombs of wisdom here folks. Highly recommended for those in the restaurant industry and for those looking to pursue a career in journalism, especially as a critic.

    Ep.1: Daniel Bull

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2018 95:33


    Daniel Bull is an entrepreneur with an incredible story to tell. He sits down with Hoon to share his trials and tribulations, how he has overcome them, and what he is doing now to disrupt an industry where he himself was once lost in the chaos of it all. In the second half of the conversation, Daniel gives us closure with his thoughts on his life moving forward, and a powerful memory that he goes back to time and time again to keep him enduringly focused on his mission in life. Hold on to your seats, 'cause this one has an amazing ending.

    Introduction, with Hoon Paradise and Josh G.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2018 3:10


    A brief introduction to the Multiple Disruptions podcast, who we are, and what to look forward to. Quick but to the point, just the way it should be.

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