I, Adam Choit, conduct casual interviews with people from all walks of life about people they love, who inspired and influenced them.
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With data / AI / analytics professional Pablo Serrato and returning guest comedian Bert Hung. peoplewelovepodcast.com, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit
This was definitely a unique episode and a wild ride with Sibling Revelry's Paul Burke and There Goes The Neighborhood's one and only, Tony Peck. peoplewelovepodcast.com, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit
Talking storytelling, writing, and all sortsa fun things. peoplewelovepodcast.com, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit
Talking music, who's inspiring us lately, aliens, politics, and more with The Goat Show guys. peoplewelovepodcast.com, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit
Talking kids, music, politics -- and some fun music performances by everyone. peoplewelovepodcast.com, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit
Talking the Presidential inauguration, expectations, pets, music, and more. peoplewelovepodcast.com, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit
Trying something new -- livestreams talking life, some current events, and who's inspiring us lately. Today with the returning Forest Mommy and Joel Ellenwood. Lately FM's been inspired by the stock show in Colorado and how it brings the community together, Joel's by his growing family and newborn daughter, and myself by other content creators who work hard and put themselves out there. We talk about the devastating LA fires as well and the government failures surrounding it. peoplewelovepodcast.com, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit
Entrepreneur, video editor, and now finance professional, Nick Becoats is originally from Rochester, NY, and has worn several hats over the years. Into football and basketball, and especially hip hop music growing up, he's always been a well rounded and intellectually curious person, often challenging his teachers and professors as he made his way through school and college. We dive deep on Nick's journey and especially talk the impact of hip hop music on him and our culture. And one particular rapper stands out to him– Tupac Shakur. peoplewelovepodcast.com, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit
Today we have content creator, cohost of the Sibling Revelry show, Michigan's own, Douglas Burke. If you recognize that last name it's because my last guest was his brother, Paul. We talk his time in Florida and his passion for reading and comic books. Unfortunately Doug has his demons with substances, but I'm happy to report he's clean and healthy and doing great these days. In this inspirational story, we explore themes of family, friends, and Jeff, the comic book store guy who introduced Doug to comic books, sparking his love for reading and fueling his imagination. x.com/douglasisadope, peoplewelovepodcast.com, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit
Graphic design student, veteran, and content creator, Paul Burke is a dude who has lived what he calls a Forest Gumpian life. Although he's always really called the Upper Peninsula of Michigan home, he's traveled and spent time pretty much all over the world, a lot due to his time in the service. This is an epic episode that covers a lot, including religion, entrepreneurial ventures, friends, the time he briefed President Obama, and his Sibling Revelry podcast with his brother Doug. And course we talk content creator and Twitter / X influencer, Forest Mommy and his special friendship with her as her producer. x.com/Sib_Rev/, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Consultant and entrepreneur, Robert Lo is originally from Hong Kong then moved with his family to California early on in his childhood. We talk family, his sister Mary's influence, and his journey from a kid who could barely speak the English language to a well rounded athlete and academic. Robert explains the consulting world to me, but also tells me all about his latest venture, Alset, an exciting app / platform for bartering and exchanging goods and services, originally first inspired by Nikola Tesla, who revolutionized the world with his pioneering contributions to electricity. Robert's Alset app, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Long Island, NY's own Angelo Veltri grew up a Yankees fan and baseball was a big part of Angelo's life. His parents Arlene and Peter were both dedicated police officers and loving parents. Angelo's journey has led him from an interest in law, to helicopter school, and eventually to a career in politics – first with Young Americans for Liberty and now with National Association for Gun Rights. He also founded Save Long Island, a pro liberty organization created to defend the Constitutional rights of his community. twitter.com/LibertyAngelo, savelongisland.org/, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Today we have Hacienda Heights, California's own, comedian Bert Hung. Having worn many hats in his life and reasonable newer to stand up, Bert tells me all about growing up as the middle child to immigrant parents and not really fitting in so great with American culture nor Asian “fobby” culture either. Growing up there was tennis and Chinese chess, but also Ren and Stimpy and South Park and eventually he discovered Russell Peters, as well as someone who's influenced pretty much everyone speaking into a microphone on a podcast. Of course that's the one and only Joe Rogan. instagram.com/berthungcomedy/, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
For Chicago's own, filmmaker Daniel Romano a martial artist himself, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers has always been a huge part of his life since elementary school. Inspired by the relatability and fun of the original series, Daniel has always been the creative one in his family amongst his four siblings. We talk family, we talk Power Rangers, we talk his Morphin Origins film project – and all about Daniel's all time favorite character, Tommy Oliver, originally the Green Ranger portrayed by the late Jason David Frank. x.com/DRomanod25, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
New Hampshire's Own, musician and podcaster Ben Weir is the founder of the Libertarian Party Emo Caucus and host of the Shut The Punk Up podcast. He's originally from Pennsylvania and Colorado, and tells me all about growing up as the eldest of five siblings in a pretty conservative household. Ben is grateful for his upbringing but soon enough got into all sorts of punk music as he started to learn the values of individualism. We talk family, we talk politics, we talk music, and Ben's still favorite band to this day, MxPx. Twitter.com/TheEmoAncap instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Today we have Rhode Island's own, pizza artist Eric John. His family's D. Palmieri's Bakery has been in the family since way back in 1905 and is truly an American story. Always thriving, even a fire couldn't keep the family business out of business. Always loving comedy and music, it was almost accidental Eric discovering his passion for making pizza art. What started as a making some America Flag pizzas on July 4th led to a whole new endeavor. We talk family, we talk comedy, we talk pizza, we talk his George Carlin pizza. https://twitter.com/EricJohnArt, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Today we have Northeast Ohio's own, Alice Always from the Put a Fork In It show with her husband, Adam, and the Scissor Me Timbers show with Jessica Fenske aka Forest Mommy, both on YouTube / Rumble. From a large family with four siblings in some ways Alice really did have two childhoods, with the latter version being much more challenging into her teens as her dad fell ill with Multiple sclerosis -- and she herself was the very unfortunate victim of abuse. But Alice's story is an inspiring one of perseverance, and she tells me all about her siblings and her own kids, but also all about her loving parents, Mary and Frank. https://twitter.com/AliceAlways911, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Originally from Boyle Heights, California today we have actor, director, and now author as well, Emmy award winning Judy Chaikin. Director of the great documentaries The Legacy of The Hollywood Blacklist and The Girls in the Band, Judy tells me all about life in the arts and entertainment and all about family – and her husband Jules Chaikin, who was a great trumpeter and band leader himself. instagram.com/judychaikin, thegirlsintheband.com, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Toronto, Canada's own, NFT (non-fungible token) entrepreneur "Fresh Bueller" (we get into the origins of that moniker), had a childhood of being a smart kid but also someone who got into some trouble along the way. Eventually Fresh found his way into the music business, just like his grandfather, singer Hank Young. To Fresh though, Hank was just "Pappy” and someone he loved spending summers with in nature outside Ottawa. And we talk family -- and music, blockchain technology, NFT's, ghosts, aliens, and much more. twitter.com/FreshBueller6ix, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Aron Lam is originally from Huntington, West Virginia and is now mayor of Keenesburg, Colorado. Aron tells me of his journey from humble redneck roots to his life in nursing as he eventually headed West. Aron is a family man with a huge heart who deeply cares about family and community and has seen so much tragedy firsthand both in his family and professional life. Yet he perseveres, and that perseverance has definitely been inspired by his Grandpa "Paw" who never let any of life's setbacks get in the way of living life to the fullest. twitter.com/Aron_Lam, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Colorado's own and Libertarian Party Congressional candidate for Colorado's 3rd District, James Wiley is running in 2024 against incumbent Republican Lauren Boebert. James is a passionate firebrand with professional experience in technology, finance, and marketing. Growing up primarily in Kazakhstan with his family on a post-Soviet missionary journey, this is where James learned many life skills and lessons from his unique life experience. He loves his family and in this episode tells me all about them, and especially the huge impact James' dad Ron has had on him. https://james4peace.com/, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Singer, performer, copywriter, and more Juliet Annerino is originally from Chicago, and growing up in a smart family with four siblings, she has been an intellectually curious person and quite the avid reader since she was a young child. A fan of all things the arts and philosophy, Juliet always has loved music, as has performed the Great American Song book at venues all over the world. Juliet herself has a way with words and we dig into many topics, including her admiration for someone else who had a way with words, philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. twitter.com/JulietAnnerino, theeccentrics.net, tellyourstorywithus.com, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Today we have Watertown, Massachusetts' own, comedian Chris Keene. This half Armenian former musician of the band Mean Creek tells me all about how playing music and writing songs helped him establish an identity growing up. Always a creative person, music lead to acting and then to stand up comedy. And we get into all – music, comedy, and little politics. And Chris tell me all about his admiration for the legendary late comedian, Bill Hicks. https://instagram.com/chrisgkeene/, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Aledo, Illinois' own, podcast host, musician, entrepreneur, and much more, Dan Smotz was fun to chat with. Growing up with a pastor dad, it wasn't too long before Dan went from being pretty sheltered to being into all sorts of secular music, tattoos, and conspiracy theories. We cover the many hats Dan has worn over the years, and cover his political journey and creation of The System of Down podcast. He also tells me all about the special relationship he has with his high school bandmates in The Dawn Retreat, who he recently reunited with as they celebrate their most recent album release, Crown of Horns. twitter.com/tsidpod, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Mt. Lebanon, PA's own podcast host and much more, John Odermatt grew up right outside Pittsburgh and tells me all about his home run derby, football playing childhood. High school led to Penn State, to the West Coast, and eventually back to the Pittsburgh area where he met his wife. A father, a land investor, a health / wellness entrepreneur, a podcasting meme analyst, and more, this was such a fun conversation with, and Lions of Liberty's Finding Freedom's own, John Odermatt. twitter.com/JohnOdermatt, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Pacoima, California's own, comedian Arthur Hamilton tells me all about playing sports, to watching Dragonball-Z as kid, to his eventually appreciation for psychedelics. Though originally from LA it was out in Phoenix, Arizona where Arthur first dove into standup comedy. Since then it's been a journey, and Arthur Hamilton talks about so many comedy friends and comedy influences along the way, including the one and only icon and legend, Dave Chappelle.
Dwight Pryde is a Texas raised, Los Angeles based up standup comedian / writer with a flair for taking a negative situation or event, and turning it into a FUNNY negative situation or event. A proud father himself, Dwight is no stranger to tragedy and loss, having lost both his mom and dad. Beyond family, he also tells me about two very special relationships he developed in LA with entertainment industry veterans, his former acting teacher, Dustin Felder, and comedy producer, Cassie Dang, both who've also sadly passed. Dwight's story is an inspiring one, and it's inspiring how he's always able to find the humor in everything. instagram.com/dwightpryde/, instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, instagram.com/adamchoit, twitter.com/adamchoit, peoplewelovepodcast.com
Today's guest is Joel, also known as Infinite Zeal Syndicate on Twitter. And that's where we originally connected. Just a really supportive guy, I was curious about the man behind the account. Turns out Joel is a family man originally from New Jersey, now living in South Carolina. We talk family and having a twin sister, we talk not caring about school, and we talk politics. But in addition to his entrepreneurship with IZS, Joel tells me all about his longtime friend since childhood, comedian Billy Hockman, and how Billy has truly inspired Joel to pursue his own creative goals that much more. https://twitter.com/_InfiniteZeal, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Today we have Cleveland, Ohio's own, HEXcellerate. This Twitter aficionado is currently working in tech and wears several hats, which include being a music producer and a cohost on the Golden Showers Sunday Stream with Forest Mommy. A firearms enthusiast and defender of the Second Amendment, “Hex” credits Colion Noir, Maj Toure, and his dad for helping push him with his training and education. https://twitter.com/hexcellerate, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
These days Adrian Malagon is the Chair of the Libertarian Party of Contra Costa County, the LP Mises Caucus, and was just newly elected also as the Chair of the Libertarian Party of California. Back in the day though, Adrian recalls being a good student but a subpar student, who eventually found his way into sports and band. Mostly raised by his loving grandparents Aurora and Abraham, Adrian gives lots credit to author/podcaster Tom Woods and Angela McArdle for his inspiration into political activism. https://twitter.com/AdrianFMalagon, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Public relations professional Brian McWilliams of the Lions of Liberty podcast is originally from Yardley, PA, and recalls a fun childhood filled with sports, creative ventures, family, and friends. This comedian and Penn State alum got a lot of his sense of humor from his dad, Jamie, but in addition to family, Brian recalls the impact of his high school theater teacher, the late Bill Hallman. twitter.com/BrianMcWilliams, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Originally from NY, comedian and podcaster Joe Praino grew up being a really good athlete and loving sports. Soon enough though, he became a huge fan of David Letterman and recalls watching him as an adolescent. Wanting to become a late night TV host led Joe to stand up, and his love for baseball has always been a big part of his life. We cover a lot -- family, sports, comedy, as well as our love for the New York Mets. https://joepraino.com, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Forest Mommy, formerly of other names as well is best known as a Twitter and podcasting personality. A Colorado person through and through she tells me all about her journey from her tomboy childhood to her journey into the broader libertarian movement. We talk politics, we talk her big family, and touch on our favorite liberty people and pundits. But supportive through and through has been Forest's Mommy's relatively unknown mysterious significant other, Mr. Forest Mommy, who get a little bit more insight about in this very fun episode. linktr.ee/forestmommy, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Tyler Janke is a lawyer and host of the Libertarian Podcast Review. Tyler is originally from Washington state but has been living in Northern California for quite some time. Growing up he was a smart but troubled kid who liked to talk and talk back in class and make the other kids laugh. Eventually though Tyler found many other interests from baseball, to music, skateboarding, to bike racing. Throughout his journey though, and through multiple careers, his family has always been there for him. Mom, dad, wife, kids. All of them. https://twitter.com/tylerjanke, https://linktr.ee/podreview, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Today's guest is a man who's worn many hats over the years, who's about to join his town council -- Kelly Carden. Kelly Carden. Although his journey took him to Reno and Vegas, Kelly was born in the small town of Rosamond and that's where he lives today. The town has a rich history and much of it he shares a deep connection to, directly through family and friends over several generations. From politics, to hotel management, to family, we cover a lot, including just how special Rosamond, California is to Kelly. https://www.instagram.com/carden4kern, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Today's guest is welder, writer, musician, activist, and more, Zach Kincaid. And Northern California's own tells me all about growing up in the city of Woodland. Zach comes from a special family of tough minded people who all loved reading and music. A family man himself with a wife and kids these days, we cover a lot. Zach is active in the Libertarian Party and his intellectual curiosity and desire and value for freedom and justice certainly comes from his strong family. https://zachkincaid.substack.com, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Today's guest Chris Edgar is originally from the East Coast (mostly upstate NY and CT), and is a man who wears and has worn many hats – as a lawyer, musician, composer, and now film director. A drummer who essentially taught himself how to read, he tells me all about his journey from childhood to law school to LA. These days Chris is now also the Libertarian Party of California's Secretary. But no matter where Chris' career and life has gone, he and his brother Tim have always been close. http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Today's guest is paralegal and Secretary for the Libertarian National Party, Caryn Ann Harlos. Most often diving into the weeds of politics and LP party politics, with this conversation I was lucky to learn much more about Caryn Ann the person, and her story – which has certainly been a journey. Nor Autism, nor OCD, nor dysfunctional relationships in her past, and nor LP politics can hold her back. And she definitely appreciates her husband being on the journey with her. That's the one and only LP Chair of Colorado, Wayne Harlos. https://twitter.com/carynannharlos, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Mississippi's own, writer, activist, and former archeologist, Reed Cooley recalls being a curious kid and avid reader -- always interested in learning more about people and how this world works. Constantly evolving both professionally and philosophically, this nearly straight-A student recalls his contribution to Young Americans For Liberty and working on Glenn Jacobs' (WWE's Kane) mayoral campaign. And of course, Reed tells me all about Dr. Ron Paul's impact on him, and what is was like to meet Dr. Paul himself. https://twitter.com/JReedCooley, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Today we have Long Beach, California's own, comedian Spencer Kalendar. As a kid his two favorite activities were probably playing sports and being mischievous. From school pranks to the high school surf team, Spencer also recalls being a comedy fan as a young kid, and the The Kings of Comedy having a profound impact on him. And one other major influence on Spencer's sense of humor was his Grandpa David, the outgoing, gun-toting, gummy bear eating legend in Spencer's family. https://instagram.com/robotspencer/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Today's guest is Freehold, New Jersey's own, podcaster and comedian Chris Cali. And Chris shares so many great stories with me, especially from his childhood – Be it the rock throwing incident on the playground, feuds with teachers, or the time he performed spot-on hilarious impressions of his teachers at his senior year “Mr. Freehold High School” competition. We talk comedy, we talk some politics, we talk the time he got arrested. And also Chris tells me all about his longtime best friend and fellow childhood troublemaker, Nick Smitty. https://twitter.com/NAPtimeChris, NAPtime with Chris Cali on YouTube, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Lafayette, Indiana's own, musician and music teacher, Shawn Osborne has been mostly blind most his life, but nor that nor a bad car accident when he was younger could dissuade him from his passions: Music and activism. We talk metal, classical, we talk libertarian stuff, moving to LA, and more. And also, one particular music teacher had who had a profound influence Shawn at Los Angeles Community College years ago - Laszlo Cser. https://soundcloud.com/shawn-osborne http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Comedian, paralegal, and Vice Chair of the Libertarian Party of California, Rachel Nyx grew up an only child and a news junkie. And eventually Rachel herself transitioned into a new gender and new political identity as well, going from Republican to Libertarian. But long before then, Rachel was an accomplished Boy Scout. A strong leader who tells me about a bunch of people she admires -- she recalls the profound moment when she realized stand up comedy itself was a genre – when she first heard the comedy of the late great John Pinette, and was truly inspired. https://www.instagram.com/rachillax_13/, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-sanctuary-comedy-show-tickets-267305597237, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Comedian Davina Joy was born in Kenya and raised in Virginia, and she tells me all about her Jewish dad and Muslim mom who kept sending her to Catholic schools. An always hyperactive tree hugger as she describes herself, we talk mom, dad, siblings, and she tells me all about her cool Auntie Julie in New Zealand. Besides family and weed talk, this free spirit tells me all about how she created her free spirited Naked & Serious Bodcast. https://www.instagram.com/thesmallestfatgirl/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Comedian Adam Nutter is originally from Staten Island and now lives in Pennsylvania. Growing up he was a shy kid into comic books and sports. Football being his best sport, he tells me all about being hard-hitting safety in high school. Later on he found mixed martial arts, but eventually his true passion standup comedy. Adam's life has definitely had some up and downs, and he talks very honestly about it all. We cover a lot in this one, including discovering libertarianism, and his brief time on the force as a police officer. But perhaps most notably, Adam tells me all about his love for his dad, who he is very close with. https://www.instagram.com/adamnutter/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Comedian Espi Rivadeneira is originally from upstate NY, and grew up the middle child with four siblings in a tough, smart, and funny family. Always into language, she became multilingual and thought that's where her career path would take her. Espi's young life has already had some twists and turns, and she talks very openly about her battles with alcoholism -- but also tells me all about her discovery of her first love improv, and her true love, standup. We talk comedy, family, and all about one particular person who's been an inspiration to her: Actor, Robert Downey Jr, who of course has dealt with his own demons. https://instagram.com/espirivadeneira/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Filmmaker, podcaster, and vegan TikTok influencer Jason Kartalian grew up in Southern California to a working character actor father, Buck Kartalian. And he recalls as a kid helping produce these super fun and wacky themed short films for family holiday party screenings. But whether it's been in behind the camera making films professionally now, or recording his Vegan Hacks podcast, dad has always been a source of inspiration for Jason. https://www.instagram.com/jkartalian/, https://www.instagram.com/veganhackspod, https://www.instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast/, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Entrepreneur, brand expert, and much more, Caili Elwell has worn many hats over years. But long before all that she grew up Connecticut and spent a lot of time in the nature-infused state of Maine. An empath always interested in the choices people make, ambitious Caili's life was forever changed when she met her husband, and then had her daughter, Evie. Caili's for sure had some ups and downs, but her story of persistence, and love for people, and especially for her family, is truly inspirational. https://www.instagram.com/cailielwell/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Comedian Aaron Monte grew up in a large family in LA, and everyone in it has a sense of humor and loved to joke around. Whether it was family members farting on his head, or his dad's deadpan humor, imaginative young Aaron seemed to always have comedy around. But long before he started incorporating music into his standup, a young adolescent Aaron recalls the very first time he watched the legend, Richard Pryor, Live in Concert special in Long Beach, CA, on Comedy Central. https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronmon, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Comedian Callie Coogle is originally from small town Oglethorpe, GA, and it wasn't long before she needed to spread her wings and headed to California then Europe to pursue further education. Her odyssey has taken her from the studio arts to literature, but ever since diving full on into standup comedy, she's unlocked a new way of writing and creating. Along the way though, since THIRD GRADE actually, has been friend, fellow childhood trouble maker and the sibling Callie never had, Lori. https://www.instagram.com/calliecoogle/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
Today's guest is podcast producer and sound guru, Lee Nason, who has helped me launch video episodes of this podcast. Growing up in Massachusetts and spending time in Portland, Maine, this well rounded guy has been a musician and a lifeguard. From orchestra to pop punk bands, we cover a lot, including the big influence the Warped Tour had on him back in the day. But throughout his journey, mom has always been there, whether it was supporting his swimming or creative endeavors. https://www.polarstarpodcasts.com/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com
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