Think Bigger Podcast

Sometimes it is really is right in front of us, but we don't see it because we aren't looking for it. This can be blessings, opportunities, the "silver lining" in a difficult situation, the list goes on... What you're looking for is what you'll find, and yet we can train ourselves (or be trained) to look at what others are doing, what we DON'T have, and things like that in which we see the things that make us unhappy and yet we stay surprised that those are the things that we keep on getting... if we look for it, we'll see it, and we'll get it... call it the Law of Attraction, call it whatever you want. This episode is meant to touch on this subject and begin the process of changing how and what we look at and see in this life of ours. LISTEN to this one and begin the change NOW. I appreciate you all for listening. Thank you for being a part of the family here.THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for giving your time and listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikeThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition YouTube.com/CarTalkwithRandB

Is money the word that comes to mind to fill in the blank in the episode title? It's understandable if it does. We get into that - what about pain, though? How much pain does it take before we learn our lessons and change? Can't we learn from others' hardships and experiences all around us and apply it? Or does it HAVE to happen to us first, and if so, WHAT needs to happen to us for us to decide to prep and plan NOW and be proactive… financially, mentally, physically, and more. In this episode we touch on these thoughts and go over specific real-life examples and place ourselves in the mature yet difficult place of being on the receiving end of the serious question: How much ____ does it take to change your life? I appreciate you all for listening. Thank you for being a part of the family here. THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for giving your time and listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikeThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition YouTube.com/CarTalkwithRandB

This episode features an insightful discussion on automotive culture, personal passions and foundations for business and pride in bringing value and quality to the culture and the industry - as well as delve into what has led up to the creation of the ever-growing Motorcar Cavalcade Concours d'Elegance, and why it stands out amongst its peers. Thank you to Jason for having me at his esteemed workshop, and to the Charis Culture media team for the production on the video aspect of it. For all of your reading this, you can watch this full video episode on the Big Mike Edition YouTube channel!I appreciate you all for listening. Thank you for being a part of the family here. THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikeThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition YouTube.com/CarTalkwithRandB

Whether the loss of a home, or the loss of a loved one, life can (*WILL) hit each and every one of us with disasters that can break us and make us feel like our whole world burned to the ground. The question is, what good can be found in a disaster? From mental to physical and literal, in this episode we discuss the ways to look at what others have gone through, what we have gone through, and how there are so many good things that we can pull out of and from a disaster.I appreciate you all for listening. Thank you for being a part of the family here. THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikeThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition YouTube.com/CarTalkwithRandB

And just like that 2025 is almost over… well, the first week of 2025 is almost over. And, in all seriousness, do you feel like we're a WEEK into the new year? No! None of us do. But, I think it's a perfect reminder already that if we do not get focused on the things that we want to do and accomplish, we will find ourselves saying, “Oh look at that, 2025 is almost over and I didn't accomplish what I said I would… again!” So, my friends and family, this pod episode is your loving HAPPY NEW YEAR from me. I appreciate you greatly. Here's to growth and prosperity in 2025!THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEdition

If you're looking for negative, you will find it. If you're looking for positive, you'll find that, too... at every point in our journey of life, in very obstacle and heartache, in every milestone and accomplishment, what you think about and train your eyes and heart to look for is what you will find... it seems obvious enough, and therefore easy to control, and yet we all as people need the strong reminder to stay vigilant with our thoughts and mindset as we navigate this journey of life. In this episode, we talk about it...THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEdition

What are your full circle moments? Are they ones where you find yourself right back where you started? Or are they ones where you have a moment of clarity and recognition about a time from the past? Did you look up to someone and now you are that someone? Or, perhaps, you said you'd lose weight and then after losing it you gain it all back and find yourself standing back at square one? There are MANY types of of these full circle moments in all of our lives, and in this episode of the Think Bigger Podcast we talk about them, how to have the mindset to even recognize them - and change them, or appreciate them! I look forward to you listening and digesting. Thank you for your time.  THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEdition

What was your answer to last episode's question(s)? And better yet, what are you going to do about it, and how? In this episode we discuss the simple yet profound ways that we can change from feeling like we are out of control and a victim to time, to how we can seize the day and seize control of time and use it... not let it use us. From changing the words that we speak and text, to changing the mindset that goes before and/or after those words, we discuss the answers and the methods that can be used to start the change that so many of us desire!THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEdition

Do you ever feel like life is just passing you by? That you're sitting there watching the world around you move and you're not moving with it? That instead of feeling like you're in the driver's seat controlling the direction and speed of your life, that you're sitting in the passenger seat unable to control anything and you just kinda of exist on the journey rather than controlled it? In this episode we explore this feeling that SO MANY of us have had or are currently having. It's time to stop being the passenger AKA the victim of circumstance… we are not helpless, we need to take back control of our vehicle and get back in the driver's seat - that's what we talk about in this episode!THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEdition

The three most profound gifts that any of us will ever be given is what we discuss in this new episode of the Think Bigger Podcast. Additionally, we go over T as she continues to battle breast cancer (her story is shared in the previous episode, Ep. 62). But yes... Life, Time, and Health - the pursuit of which can lead to a lifetime of health. Each individually and how they are intrinsically connected to one another. I know you'll find value in this episode, thank you for listening, everyone!

This episode is special because our guest, T, spent time with me in person to talk and share her story with all of us the night before she went in to have surgery to remove both of her breasts. Yes, you read that correctly. She just finished 6 rounds of Chemotherapy and the doctors said the next step was to surgically remove lymph nodes and her breasts to remove any remaining cancer cells and to help prevent any from returning. So even with all that going on, she was kind and hospitable and gave us her time and thoughts and emotions. T's energy and smile are amazing, and her sharing her story with us in real-time was an incredible blessing. I know you'll find value and meaning in this episode, thank you for being here and listening!

IF YOU'RE NOT GIVING, YOU'RE TAKING - What does that mean? The reality is that there is no neutral ground, there is no time where we can get complacent and lazy and not be thinking about how we are contributing to our relationships and giving to our loved ones, our friends, our community, and our culture. It means that our very existence inside of that relationship takes from the other person and people, so we must always be thinking of the other and giving to them.  When we do that, we will thrive. But when we as people get selfish or lazy, or even just disconnect from the reality of it and don't actively and consciously give, it must be acknowledged that we are still TAKING from others and what is around you - and when we take accountability and own that reality, we can begin to heal and flourish.THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS.  Thank you for listening and joining the family and community here on the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there and join the livestreams whenever possible! My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEditionwww.YouTube.com/CARTALKwithRandB

The time is now! The time to... make a change, make progress on what you've been procrastinating on, eat better, exercise more, get healthier... anything and everything, THE TIME IS NOW. From people in the community whose lives have changed drastically due to a medical emergency, to  the clock of life simply ticking away on all of us, to just listening to positive words to inspire and re-inspire you do a small thing or a big thing you've been wanting to do. The time do that is now....Thank you for listening and joining the family and community here for the Think Bigger Podcast. Stay in touch in any way you can, the easiest way is on Instagram so feel free to message me there, too. My IG is: @thebigmike - Thank you. 

On this new Community Conversations episode, we sit down in Boca Raton, FL, inside the Salvage 2 Savage shop with it's owner and founder, Mikey Rolleri. From his hardworking father to his creative mother, Mikey brings us into his relationship with his family, God, and the life that brought him up into being a fabricator, builder, and creative that started Salvage 2 Savage!I look forward to you all listening, and I look forward to hearing your thoughts and comments on the IG post for this episode.THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS  for listening and supporting. IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEditionwww.YouTube.com/CARTALKwithRandBSalvage 2 Savage IG: @salvagetosavageYouTube.com/SalvagetoSavageMikey Rolleri IG: @mikeyrollsswww.salvagetosavage.com

From racing shifter karts to wrenching on cars, to working at the ID Agency and Motortrend, to then creating his own company - the BMS Brand - my friend Brandon Scarpelli has an amazing resume and a work ethic and energy that is borderline unmatched. His successes and growths speak volumes, and it was an honor and a pleasure to sit down with him in his home to have a conversation for the community and for the culture. I look forward to you all listening, and I look forward to hearing your thoughts and comments on the IG post for this episode.THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS  for listening and supporting. IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEditionwww.YouTube.com/CARTALKwithRandBBrandon: @mrscarpelliThe BMS Brand: @thebmsbrandwww.thebmsbrand.com

From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU. It is because of your messages in person and on my IG livestreams, DM's, and comments, that I know how much the Think Bigger Podcast has and does mean to all of you. It is because of all of you that I have fought through my personal struggles and hardships and gotten back on the mic to create and provide this podcast for us to listen to and think about. I do it for the community, for the culture, and for the people - and your love and support has been the catalyst to reinvigorate and spark the return!THANK YOU to all of the worldwide THNKRS, we're back... LET'S GO! IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEditionwww.YouTube.com/CARTALKwithRandB

This profound rhetorical question and episode we explored in the beginning of the #ThinkBiggerPodcast (see Ep. 5) and we return as so much has happened recently to me and to people around me that it inspired a Part 2. Thank you for listening and thinking!I deeply appreciate all of you for sticking with me here as I fight through my personal battles. and journey in life and work through them all to continue this podcast. My deepest gratitude for those of you that have been here since day one, and to those that are listening for the first time - welcome! This podcast is all about stimulating thought, perspective, accountability, and growth. When we get better as individual people, we can better the world and community around us. That's what this is all about. Thank you all for listening and supporting, and don't forget to comment on my Instagram post about this episode after you've listened so we can continue the conversation there in the comments. I appreciate you. IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEditionwww.YouTube.com/CARTALKwithRandB

HAPPY NEW YEAR! We are kicking off 2022 with Season 2 of the podcast. There has been SO MUCH going on in my personal life that has prevented me (or should I say, that I ALLOWED to prevent me) from being in the right frame of my mind to create for you guys. But it is because of all of you reaching out to me and letting me know how much the content means to you that I pushed and pushed myself and stepped out of my comfort zone to create this episode and open up about my personal life - and create again. So, we are back, Episode 55 kicks off Season 2, as we all begin 2022 together!Thank you all for listening and supporting, and don't forget to comment on my Instagram post about this episode after you've listened so we can continue the conversation there in the comments. I appreciate you. IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEditionwww.YouTube.com/CARTALKwithRandB

On our newest episode of the podcast we sit down with the one and only Sung Kang. Perhaps most notably known for playing the beloved Han in the Fast & Furious movie series, his role in the fantastic movie Better Luck Tomorrow is where I first learned about Sung. Over the years we've developed mutual friends and acquaintances, and it was an honor to finally be able to sit down and converse with Sung about life, perspective, art, and cars. The evolution of this Community Conversations podcast incorporated Taka of Kyusha House and John Williams of Williams Machine, Inc. - and I sincerely look forward to you all hearing it.This conversation/podcast is also available to watch on my YouTube channel. We filmed it at Williams Machine/Kyusha House facility and there are beautiful Japanese classic cars that serve as the backdrop. Please take the time to watch and listen and join the conversation in the comments afterwards. Thank you, you are appreciated. Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Sung on IG: @sungkangstaYou can follow Sung's Garage on IG: @sungsgarageYou can follow Taka on IG: @kyushahousetakaYou can follow John on IG: @william_machine_inc Please take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.com/www.youtube.com/BigMikeEditionwww.YouTube.com/CARTALKwithRandB

The people we spend time with, the social media pages we follow and like and subscribe to, the companies that we support... do our actions ACTUALLY show that we believe in quality over quantity like we all say we do? Or are we not actually putting in to practice in the REAL WORLD what we swear we believe in? In this episode, we talk about it...I look forward to hearing your thoughts on this topic and conversation! After you've listened please keep in touch and share your thoughts and comments on my Instagram post for this episode. Thank you, I appreciate you, and I look forward to hearing from you. IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEditionwww.YouTube.com/CARTALKwithRandB

In our new episode we sit and talk with Daniel Hill, a mechanic and small business owner in southern CA working to create and live "the dream." From changing oil fresh out of high school to becoming a mechanic to opening his shop space that caters to a niche sector of the import automotive community, we laugh and reminisce and discuss the journey and reality of what goes in to making it as a small business and talk about the future to come. Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Dan on IG: @dj_hizzleYou can follow Werd Werx on IG: @werdwerxPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.com/www.youtube.com/BigMikeEditionwww.youtube.com/CarTalkwithRandB

FXCK. YOUR. PASSION. That's right, fuck passion... work harder, work smarter, and forge and create a work ethic that will sustain you on your journey to your dreams and aspirations when the emotional high - the "passion" - fades. Passion is an emotion, it's a feeling - it is a beautiful concept and ideal, and is also one of the most overused and overrated words ever. There will always be WORK to be done, and we are all being a fed a dangerous fairy tale version of reality that with passion everything else will just somehow fall in to place - and that is bullshit. Work ethic, willpower, accountability, determination... those are the real words that need to be focused on, those are what will provide for us a foundation to build on during the times when the passion and enthusiasm fade and all that's left in front of us is the WORK... we can and will continue to get shit done while others bitch and complain about their feelings.I look forward to hearing your thoughts on this topic and conversation! After you've listened please keep in touch and share your thoughts and comments on my Instagram post for this episode. Thank you, I appreciate you, and I look forward to hearing from you. IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEditionwww.YouTube.com/CARTALKwithRandB

HAPPY NEW YEAR! We are kicking off 2021 with Episode 50 that presents a crucial question: “WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING AT?” How do you look at the past, how do you look at the present, and how do you look at the future? What do you see? What are you focused on? What are you looking at? In this episode we take a moment to step back and realistically look at ourselves, our words, our captions, our resolutions, and understand that they are nothing more than just words without the proper thought and perspective behind them. How we see ourselves, how we see each other, and how we see the world around us are just some of what is discussed in this episode. Do you think you're an adult? Then let's have an adult conversation.I look forward to hearing from you after you've listened. Please take the time to continue the conversation in the comments of this episode's post on my personal IG. Your thoughts and perspectives are important, so let's continue the conversation there. IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEditionwww.YouTube.com/CARTALKwithRandB

On this episode of the Think Bigger Podcast we sit and talk with Mike Sick, an Atlanta-based Hip Hop head, emcee, event host and coordinator - to name just a few. From starting life in the Bay Area of California to moving to the East then to the South, Mike Sick's life and story is one of self-discovery, adaptation, culture, and growth - and how Hip Hop from a very young age became an integral part of who he is. I look forward to all of you hearing this episode!Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Mike on IG: @mikesickworldPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

I just got back from Seattle and during my time up there I had to sit with Walter of Waffle Designs and NAMSAYIN. It was crucial to capture his perspective and story! From evolving as a designer and the creation of his brand and movement, to being roommates with the world-famous comedian Jo Koy, to his deep-rooted love for cars that started with his father - and how it all has led up to his passion for community and connecting people - Walt's story and perspective are incredible and worth the listen! Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Walt on IG: @waffledesignsYou can follow NAMSAYIN on IG: @namsayinPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

During my last trip to Chicago I made sure to sit down and link up with Ginashe, the founder of JDM Chicago - The Chicago-based online magazine and community. We discuss and reminisce on the early days and the inspiration behind the creation of the brand, name, and magazine, and how the love of the car community and culture in the Chicagoland/Midwest area guided Ginashe's personal journey over the years as a photographer, automotive enthusiast, and as a husband and father. I look forward to you listening to the conversation on the podcast! Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Ginash on IG: @ginash_gYou can follow JDM Chicago on IG: @jdmchicagoPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

I had the amazing opportunity during my last trip to the Pacific Northwest to sit down and talk with Mikee of M-FAB. We spent time going over his journey moving to the US from the Philippines, how the culture shock changed him, and how from a young age the US Japanese car culture fascinated him. Working through life and physical injuries, Mikee tells us all about how his humble upbringing gave him the work ethic that he has used to become one of the most respected and sought after fabricators in the Pacific Northwest. I look forward to you listening to this conversation... there is so much for people of all ages and walks of life to learn from!Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Mikee on IG: @miketigaPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

There is a whole lot to listen to and digest in this episode! Drew and I sit down and talk passionately about life, business, grinding, work ethic, and passion. Drew doesn't hold back as we discuss schooling and academics, developing oneself as an individual and as a business in today's internet age, and he shares his journey and what he's learned throughout the years. From establishing himself as a photographer to opening his camera shop to creating his current brand, COOLED COLLECTIVE, there are so many gems to be found! I look forward to continuing the conversation with all of you after you listen!Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow COOLED COLLECTIVE on IG: @cooled.collectiveYou can follow Drew on IG: @andrewmanleycomPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

This episode of the Think Bigger Podcast was captured during my last trip to the East Coast. Heading in to Philly and New Jersey to host an automotive event, I knew I had to link up with Jason Moseley of Unlimited Exclusive again (our first podcast together is Episode #20) and have a conversation - one that I knew would become thoughtful, inspiring, and enlightening. Jason is a soft-spoken, deep-thinking man with a crazy work ethic, and I feel blessed to be able to call him a colleague and a friend. There is so much power in this conversation, I cannot wait for you all to listen, and learn about "The List" - then make your own!Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Unlimited Exclusive on IG: @unlimitedexlYou can follow Jason on IG: @jason_unlimitedPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

On this episode we sit and talk with Austin Hironaka, a hardcore automotive enthusiast and builder who has recently taken the leap of faith and put his dreams in to reality by starting his business: Hiro's Hotrods. We discuss his definition of Hot Rods and Hot Rodding, and how he ended up making the decision to risk it all and start his own business to create and modify Hot Rods of all makes and models and generations. From community and culture, to places and people who've inspired, listen in as Austin and I talk and laugh the afternoon away in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Austin on IG: @hironakasanYou can follow Hiro's Hotrods on IG: @hiros_hotrodsPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

On this episode we sit and converse with Cooper Boudia, the founder of C's Customizing, an automotive customization, restoration, and fabrication business that has just gotten started but is growing in popularity quickly. We sit back and learn about Cooper and how his love for cars and his obsession with details and perfection led to the creation of the business, and how his personal car and modifications are what inspired the growth he is experiencing today. Cooper is a soft-spoken, classy gentleman and there is so much more to his story - I can't wait for you to hear it!Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Cooper on IG: @coopakaskipYou can follow C's Customizing on IG: @cscustomizingPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

"Where do we go from here?" 2020 has been a crazy year... In life when things happen to us it is our duty to take the experience and grow from it. But to do that we have to stop and embrace what is happening and look within ourselves and make an active decision to become a different person and choose the direction we go from that point. 2020 has been a year that has changed people and the world for the better and for the worse... and we have months left to go. From COVID and quarantine to racial tensions and police brutality to financial and economic struggles, there are so many powerful forces moving society and communities and we... the people, are dealing with it. But we can either be victims to our circumstances, or we can take control of our lives and take what's going on and ask ourselves, "Where do we go from here?" This episode is real, raw, and personal, and I bare a part of my soul as I think and struggle along with all of you. I genuinely look forward to you all listening and relating, and then sharing your thoughts in the comments on the IG post for this episode. Thank you, I appreciate you all. IG: @thebigmikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition

On this episode we sit and converse with Jason Dienhart of Global Time Attack. We discuss not just the growth and future of the GTA series across the US, but also Jason's rich history in southern California car culture, learning how to wrench, drag racing, and his time working in the print media side of the industry with Super Street Magazine years ago. From event planning and coordination to racing to the climate of our country and the history of the US, this conversation was an awesome one and I'm proud to bring it here for the community.Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Global Time Attack on IG: @globaltimeattackYou can follow Jason on IG: @jason.dienhartPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

On this episode we converse with Eddie Lee and discuss his years of experience in the automotive industry and how that evolved in to the creation and launch of Titan 7: a performance-minded, no compromise forged wheel company. Eddie has years of experience but it's what he chose to do with that experience and how he applied it to his personal life and his business that deserves listening to. From balancing and navigating through life, health, marriage, and business, I look forward to you listening to Eddie and his story. Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Eddie on IG: @ed_funkYou can follow Titan 7 on IG: @titan7wheelsPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.comwww.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

On this episode we sit down and talk with Amir Bentatou, the founder of RS Future - a company specializing in driver development and coaching, race and track car development, aerodynamic component design, and much more. We discuss Amir's history and evolution as a certified car nut, how he has evolved as an enthusiast, driver, and businessman, and the future of his famed NSX race car. Amir is a passionate, well-spoken individual who carries himself with class, and I'm honored to present this conversation to everyone.Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Amir on IG: @rsfuture_amirPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.comwww.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

On this episode we have a great time talking to Andy Nguyen, the owner/founder of numerous businesses, most notably AFTERS ice cream. Andy and I have known each for some time now and it was a lot of fun to be able to converse and reminisce with him about life, business, his coming up as an entrepreneur and restaurateur - and how he's managing during this COVID-19 time of life both personally and professionally. Andy opens up and shares his personal struggles and methods to not just survive, but thrive, so listen closely to this episode of Community Conversations - I know it's worth your time. Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Andy on IG: @andythenguyenPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

On this episode of the Think Bigger Podcast we have the honor of sitting and conversing with the legendary Stephan Papadakis. From groundbreaking accomplishments and setting numerous records in the FWD and RWD drag racing world, we talk about Steph’s early inspirations, how he began modifying cars, and how his hobby and passion turned in to a historic career that transitioned from drag racing to professional drifting. We also talk about how he has found balance with it all as a family man, and how he continues to evolve with the times and find success and growth. Steph is an intelligent well-spoken individual who carries himself with class. I’m excited for you all to listen to history, and his story. Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Steph on IG: @stephpapadakisYou can follow on YouTube: youtube.com/papadakisracing Please take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.On this episode we sit down and talk with Doug Breuninger, an artist, a thinker, and the founder of Notable Rides (www.NotableRides.com). Doug describes himself as a "Process Addict" and we discuss the time and process it has taken to develop his art, passion, and maturity as an individual and as an artist and entrepreneur. From deep personal loss to education and risk-taking, listen in as we discuss life, mental health, art, cars, and so much more in a real, raw conversation.You can follow the Doug on IG: @doug_nrYou can support and purchase the hand-drawn and painted art on the website: www.NotableRides.comPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

On this episode of Community Conversations we have the honor of having an amazing conversation with the world-famous Daniel Wu! Daniel is most famous for his role as Sunny on the Netflix show, Into the Badlands, but his acting career over the last 25 years includes almost 70 movies shot all over the planet including acting alongside Alicia Vikander in the 2018 remake of Tomb Raider.We discuss his early life and the amazingly random way that he became an actor, as well as his growth as an individual, self-discipline, martial arts, and life as a family man amidst the Coronavirus pandemic and it's changes to the world around us. This conversation is an incredible one and has so much more to it when you tune in and listen - I feel blessed to be able to share it with you.Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow the Daniel on IG: @thatdanielwuPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.IG: @TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

On this episode of the Think Bigger Podcast we converse with Dennis Caco, a serial entrepreneur, car enthusiast, artist - and founder of the original Import Tuner comic: Max Boost! We discuss his history as an artist, his passions for cars and automotive racing, the multiple businesses and companies he's founded, and how he's dealt with loss and growth over the years. We discuss the present Kickstarter campaign for Max Boost, Volume 2, and Dennis gives the Think Bigger Podcast an exclusive debut scoop on a major upcoming project! I'm excited to share this Community Conversation with all of you, and I can't wait to hear and read your responses. Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow the Max Boost comic page on IG: @maxboostcomicAs well as at www.MaxBoost.comYou can follow Dennis Caco on IG: @denniscacoPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there! I look forward to hearing from you.@TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

On this episode of the Think Bigger Podcast, we sit down with Daniel K. Song - a man of faith, a father, a highly succesful businessman, and an outright car nut. In this conversation we get to hear from Daniel and learn about his business losses in addition to his successes, and how his faith has shaped his life, marriage, parenthood, businesses, and car collection. From exotics to Teslas to Japanese classics, Daniel's automotive taste reflects his passion and enthusiasm for the world around him, and the way that he aims to keep balance in the things that he does is inspiring. So sit back and tune in to another Community Conversations segment of the Think Bigger Podcast - I'm positive you'll appreciate it. Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Daniel on IG: @danielksongPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there.@TheBigMikewww.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

How do we measure our lives? Most people measure it by time... birthdays, years of life, etc. That's the general default setting for everyone, whether they realize it or not. But I say that we change that right now and begin to realize that the gauge by which we measure our lives is entirely up to us, and I say we measure our lives by moments. Moments are what make up memories, so at the end we can look back and remember a life full of precious moments and memories, not regrets and wishes unfulfilled. How our story ends is written by us, right here and right now. It isn't morbid to talk about the end, it's a simple reality for each and every one of us. So, what will you remember... and what will you be remembered for? As always, please don't hesitate or procrastinate to share your thoughts on this episode in the comment section of either YouTube or on my Episode-specific post on my Instagram. I value and look forward to continuing the conversation with you there. Thank you. IG: @thebigmikeThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition

On this Episode of the Think Bigger Podcast we sit down with Cullen Cheung - a car enthusiast, photographer, and businessman - and discuss his Chinese heritage, his growing up in the Pacific Northwest of the United States, and how from a young age cars captivated him and led him to where he is today. From driving exotics to driving Hondas to creating a story-telling YouTube series to highlight others' and their love affair of cars, Cullen has an interesting story that you need to hear. From battling depression to impulsive business moves and completely unsafe road trips, we discuss a wide array of subjects that are sure to keep you listening. Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture and learn not just about them, but learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Cullen on IG: @cullencheungAnd on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/cullencheungPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG and let's continue the conversation there. @TheBigMike www.thinkbiggerproject.com/www.youtube.com/bigmikeedition

This episode of the Think Bigger Podcast is dedicated to all of those who lost their lives in the helicopter crash that shook the world. But from that tragedy we choose to focus on the legend, the legacy, and the killer mindset of the Black Mamba that was Kobe and what made him so great; and discuss its application to us as people in our own lives.This podcast episode is powerful and runs so deep, please take the time to listen and share your thoughts and feelings in the comment section on my personal IG post for this episode, and/or on YouTube so that we can continue the conversation with each other directly. Thank you. IG: @thebigmikeThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition

On this episode of Community Conversations, we sit down with Matt “Rodrez” Rodriguez, a husband, father, and automotive enthusiast who has worked in the print and digital automotive media industry as a photographer, writer, and manager for the last 15 years. We reminisce on our friendship that started two decades ago, Southern CA car culture, and discuss the evolution of the times and of the automotive industry and community given the digital era and social media. From outworking the competition to finding a balance between work, business, automotive and personal life, this conversation covers so much and yet barely scratches the surface. I look forward to everyone tuning in!Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture, and learn not just about them but from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that.You can follow Matt’s current automotive projects on IG: @2manybuildsPlease take the time to comment on the post specific to this Episode on my personal IG. @TheBigMike ThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition

What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of traveling? Is it plane ticket? A flight to somewhere exotic? Or is it money, and not having enough money or time to even think about traveling? In this Episode of the Think Bigger Podcast we discuss what it really means to travel! Most people are looking at it backwards and they don't even realize it. Before we worry ourselves about money and planning and destinations we have to first realize that traveling and the intended relaxation and release that are supposed to come from the trip all start in our minds. Allowing ourselves to appreciate the moments that we are in will allow us to appreciate the moments that are to come! Whether your across the street or across the globe, where you and you're with are as important and profound as you let them be. The point is to tune in to the moment and focus on it. From that point we can realize that traveling isn't about plane tickets or money, it is about creating and owning the moments that make up our lives and the memories within. I really can't wait for you all to listen to this episode. From literal to philosophical, we touch on a lot of subject matter in this conversation and I look forward to reading all of your input and commentary on IG and YouTube and continuing the conversation there. IG: @thebigmikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comYouTube.com/BigMikeEdition

Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community and culture, and learn not just about them but from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that. On this Episode of Community Conversations we went to Alhambra, CA, and sat down with Will - the owner and founder of Cokreeate, a company that specializes in 3D printing and scanning as well as 3D design and modeling. We discuss the foundation of the company, what it took for them to make it a reality, and what made Will and family become interested and open up this business long before this field became known or popular to the general public. I have been blessed to be friends with Will and his wife for almost 20 years, and we couldn't help but reminisce on our younger days and southern CA car culture, as well. Sit back and listen as we discuss the past, the present, and the future! You can follow Cokreeate on IG at: @cokreeateAnd see their website: www.cokreeate.comAs always, please take the time to comment and share your thoughts and be a part of the conversation on my Instagram page. I have a post up specifically for this episode where we utilize the comments on the post as a forum to converse. IG @thebigmike THINKBIGGERPROJECT.COM

We are starting off 2020 by holding ourselves accountable for the words that come out of our mouths or fingers. Whether we spoke the words or typed them out, we SHOULD BE and ARE held accountable for them. So many people talk the talk ("New year, new me" and so on...) but they don't walk the walk. Whether you chose to start today - January 1, 2020 - or any other day doesn't matter, what matters is if you are ACTUALLY going to accomplish all of what you've been talking about. Or, are you going to be a victim of circumstances and come up with another excuse as to why they didn't happen again? It's up to you...We are a community and we are here to help each other as we all work and struggle and strive to accomplish what we want to, so start your year off right by listening to episode and LET'S GO!!IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.com

2019 was an AMAZING year of growth thanks to all of you! The Think Bigger Project as a brand and as a movement has continued to grow and reach more people, and the Think Bigger Podcast has as well! It's an honor to converse with you all and provide quality content that stimulates individual mental and emotional growth which in turn betters our community and pushes us all in a positive direction. In this episode we recap the incredible 2019 year, the various cities, states, and countries that The Project and the Podcast visited and recorded in, the guests on the podcast, the subjects discussed in the episodes, and reaffirm the premise and the point of all the branches of TBP, Inc. as we move forward in to the new year!IG: @TheBigMikewww.ThinkBiggerProject.comwww.YouTube.com/BigMikeEdition

On this episode of Community Conversations we sit and talk with Jeren of WRENCHMOB, a car enthusiast, builder, husband and father, and founder of WRENCHMOB - "an Automotive Lifestyle Brand for those that share the passion of building anything, especially anything FAST!" We talk about how his cousin's GS-R and Jeren breaking both of his arms at the same time led to him to get in to Hondas, as well as how working in the print magazine industry for 14 years influenced his knowledge and growth as an enthusiast and builder, and his ultimate progression to now working at Eibach and the awesome track car that he has in the works. Listen in as we discuss car accidents, street racing, jail time, and all of the factors that led to him growing in to the man and builder he is today. Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community, and learn not just about them but we learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that. You can find WRENCHMOB on IG: @wrenchmobAnd check out their website at: www.thewrenchmob.comAs always, please take the time to comment and share your thoughts and be a part of the conversation on my personal Instagram page (@thebigmike). I have a post up specifically for this episode so that the comment section can be used as a forum to continue the conversation.IG @thebigmike THINKBIGGERPROJECT.COM

On this episode of Community Conversations we sit down and talk with Sebastian Rodriguez, a photographer and car enthusiast who has established himself as a premier photographer in the automotive community - shooting for brands and manufacturers such as Rolls Royce and documenting builds from the US to Japan. He’s also shot for numerous world-famous musical artists and labels and festivals such as Post Malone, ASAP Rocky, and Da Baby; Interscope; and festivals such as Rolling Loud and Soundset. His resume is STACKED but in the midst of it all we discuss his battle with clinical depression and self-awareness and his growth as an individual and man. Listen in as we discuss life and hardships and emotional maturity. This is not one to miss! Community Conversations is a series within the Think Bigger Podcast where we sit and talk with individuals who are a part of our community, and learn not just about them but we learn from them. We all can teach other something, and Community Conversations brings people together to do just that. You can find Sebastian on IG: @srodriguez92And check out his website at: www.sebastianrodriguez.bigcartel.comAs always, please take the time to comment and share your thoughts and be a part of the conversation on my personal Instagram page (@thebigmike). I have a post up specifically for this episode so that the comment section can be used as a forum to continue the conversation.IG @thebigmike THINKBIGGERPROJECT.COM