Ryan Monakil's The Passion Project Podcast

In this episode of The Passion Project Podcast, host Ryan Monakil sits down with Mitch Beer — producer, bassist, educator, and music industry coach — to uncover what really drives success and longevity in today’s music world. From performing and producing for Lil Uzi Vert’s #1 album Pink Tape and Tierra Whack’s World Wide Whack to touring with Digable Planets and running his own recording studio,...

In this inspiring episode of The Passion Project Podcast, we sit down with Jenny Pearl Tan — a true artist, educator, entrepreneur, and powerhouse musician. Starting her piano journey at the age of 9, Jenny's passion propelled her to win national awards, study at the University of Santo Tomas Conservatory of Music (where she graduated Magna Cum Laude), and later earn her master’s degree in the...

In this episode of The Passion Project Podcast, we sit down with the incredibly talented Ryan Villamor—a pianist, composer, music educator, and Certified Therapeutic Harp Practitioner—who’s built a career performing in hotel lounges, healing through sound, and mastering the business side of music. This conversation goes beyond music performance. We dive deep into what it really takes to succeed as...

In this electrifying episode of The Passion Project Podcast, I sit down with one of the Philippines’ most in-demand DJs—Dustin Arriola, aka DJ Daxx. 🎶From soaring the skies as a flight attendant to taking over the nightlife scene, DJ Daxx shares his unique journey into the world of music, the highs and lows of performing across small clubs to mega festivals, and how he continues to innovate the D...

Bob Freking is the ultimate multi-hyphenate entrepreneur—from running Default, a nightlife hotspot for 7 years, to launching e-commerce businesses, handling political PR, and now diving into music. 🎶💼💡In this episode of The Passion Project Podcast, we break down how Bob built and sustained multiple businesses, navigated the fast-paced world of marketing and politics, and why he’s now exploring...

Success isn’t about choosing just one path—it’s about seizing opportunities and making them work. In this episode of The Passion Project Podcast, I sit down with Ivan Tulod, a thriving entrepreneur in real estate and pharmaceutical distribution. From closing deals on dream homes to providing life-saving medicines, Ivan shares his journey, challenges, and strategies for managing multiple businesses...

In this episode of The Passion Project Podcast, I sit down with Angelica Del Rosario, a fearless creative who turned her love for photography into a thriving career. From juggling a full-time hospital admin job while shooting weddings on weekends to becoming one of North Carolina’s most sought-after wedding and elopement photographers, Angelica’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. But her stor...

🔥 Love, Grit, and Passion: The Fighter’s Mindset in Life and Business 🔥In this episode of The Passion Project Podcast, we sit down with an inspiring power couple— Rica Aquino-Uy and Anton Uy! 🥊❤️Both were professional boxers, fighting in the ring and in life, proving that resilience and passion go beyond just sports. But their journey didn’t stop there! Rica is also a professional musician and...

🚀 WELCOME TO THE PASSION PROJECT PODCAST! 🎙️🔥This is it—Episode 1! In this very first episode, I’m taking you through my personal journey of growth, passion, and resilience. From my experiences in music, business, and entrepreneurship to the challenges that shaped me, I’ll be sharing the lessons I’ve learned along the way.🌟 What to Expect in This Episode:✅ My journey—where it all started and h...