The Dare to Dream Podcast

This solo episode explores the question: are you are truly enjoying the experience, the journey, of being alive? What else matters besides that? It makes no difference whether the experience you’re in right now is positive or negative—are you embracing it?  Drawing inspiration from Michael Singer's teachings, Vinny emphasizes the importance of surrendering to life’s flow to find meaning in both th...

Ryan Cousins is a current client of mine who has spent the last 10 years as a high-achiever crushing it in tech sales. He came to me saying that life was going great. He was financially successful, he had a great relationship with his wife, and he enjoyed the work he was doing . But that deep down he felt like something was missing. He knew he was capable of more and wanted to bring more purpose,...

Vinny here. I’m gearing up to write my first fiction novel, based on my experience living in Japan. It’s daunting to write fiction when there’s already so much good stuff out there.  So why do it? Because if you’re a dreamer, there’s no alternative.  The point of writing a book isn’t to be better than other books; I’m not trying to be the next Hemingway, or Kerouac, or Murakami. The point to me is...

Scotty Scheller is a full-time content creator and brand strategist. With over 7 years of experience in the digital space, he’s worked with 100+ brands and helped generate over $10 million per year in revenue through UGC (user-generated content) and social-first marketing strategies. Scotty specializes in helping creators turn their passion into a full-time career and guiding brands to create scro...

After committing to something for years, months, even weeks, you start to feel the burnout. You aren’t seeing the return that you expected, and it feels just plain hard. Don’t quit.  This is the valley of despair, a necessary chapter of any journey worth taking. It’s when things don’t make sense. You don’t feel inspired like you did in the beginning. And you just don’t see the point of sticking it...

Thea was 20 years old when doctors told her she had signs of early onset Alzheimer's disease. After seven debilitating concussions, she suffered from chronic migraines, insomnia, and even temporary paralysis. Then, in what can only be described as a miracle, she completely healed herself in 2 months. She is now the founder of Rising Generations, a business and mindset coaching company with a goal...

It’s scary to ask people to pay you for what you do. What if they say no? Well, then you’re right where you started. But at least you took action, and you tried.  The only way to conquer that fear of failure is by taking action—any sort of action. Throwing your hat in the ring, and knowing, at least, that you tried.  On this episode of DTD, we explore the life-changing power of taking bold action,...

Jackie Simek is a scaling strategist and mindset coach for unapologetic and ambitious holistic wellness practitioners that are here to create radical change in the world, without burning out.   Jackie coaches clients to transform their businesses with her signature Leveraged&Loaded™️Business Model, which allows clients to get paid top dollar, lead a business that consistently brings in clients...

The difference between you and the person you want to be is mindset. The person you want to be isn’t any better than you are now; they just believe they deserve to be there.  On this episode, Vincent discusses the limiting beliefs that have held him back, as well as his recent insights related to embarking on the next phase of his career as a writer, creator, and mindbody coach.  Ideas explored in...

June An is the founder of The Group, the anti-networking networking community that is taking over San Diego. This heart-centered community was born from the triumphs and trials of his own entrepreneurial journey. Inspired by his experiences, June founded The Group with a clear mission: to empower individuals to overcome obstacles and pursue their dreams with renewed hope and determination. The Gro...

In our modern age of TikTok and Instagram reels, we’re constantly bombarded with businesses and individuals that make us believe overnight success is a real thing. One day the person was just an average bloke, and the next they have 30 million views on YouTube.  It’s enticing to believe that can be us, too. We just have to hit the algorithm, the trend, the title just right and BAM, we may go viral...

Jeff Stoner is a seasoned sports marketing and event production expert with over 20 years of experience in the industry. As the owner and founder of the Endurance Race Series , he has built one of the most successful trail running race companies in San Diego, providing athletes with premier racing experiences in some of the region’s most scenic locations.  Beyond his work in race organization, Jef...

In this episode of the Dare to Dream podcast, I (Vinny) reflect on my transformative two and a half years living in Japan as I prepare to leave the country.  I share my experiences of decluttering life as I pack up, the joy of simplicity, and the emotions tied to saying goodbye to meaningful possessions and friendships.  Expect to learn about the unique cultural aspects of Japan, particularly my p...

Maria Soprano went from being perpetually sick, on 17 pills a day and about to be wheelchair bound to 100% healthy and climbing volcanos in Guatemala. She overcame everything from autoimmune disease to colitis. She beat her depression and social anxiety. How'd she do it? Through a whole food vegan lifestyle. In this episode expect to learn: - How to find your purpose during your darkest hours - Wh...

The world is hurting right now. We’re all affected no matter how removed from the pain we might seem as individuals, whether it’s the fires in LA, the wars in Europe and the Middle East, or the general conflicts of ideology.  It might seem like we’re on the precipice of destruction, but this is nothing new. Times have never been ‘normal.’  It’s so easy to say, why bother? It’s a fair question. Why...

Julie Trainer is a TEDx speaker and host of the Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast. She started the podcast a few years ago after the loss of her parents and found sharing her story to be incredibly healing. She believes there are no coincidences and when someone comes into your life, it's because you can teach each other something. In this video expect to learn: - How to set micro-goals toward your...

Hey Dreamers! Gregory here to share with you 9 powerful lessons I learned in 2024. These come from one of my favorite year-end activities where I re-read my journal and distill the insights into lessons and reminders. Expect to learn: Why you need to be willing to hurt your significant other's feelings to have a successful relationship How to find the best type of mentor Why you need to show the u...

In this solo episode of the Dare to Dream podcast, I (Vincent) share my recent experiences in Osaka and Kyoto, reflecting on the value of letting go of expectations and embracing the reality of the situation. I discuss viewing ourselves and life as a weather system; there’s nothing to change, hold on to, or worry about. Life is weather. Some days are sunny and the next are rainy. I like the beach...

Kate Manser is a motivational leader who helps people live more alive. Since leaving her prestigious job at Google she has spent the past decade studying transcendence, meaning, and what makes us live and die happy. She is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Transpersonal Psychology. As an inspirer, Kate's book, You Might Die Tomorrow, has sold thousands of copies, her art has been shown...

This is a quick solo episode to share a HUGE announcement and life update with y'all. I'm going to be giving a TEDx talk in 2025! Tune in for some fun reflections on the journey and a major lesson that I'm learning as I begin to cross some serious milestones of my dreams list. For more Dare to Dream content, find us on: Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dare-to-dream-podca...

Chronic pain is a topic that’s often been explored on this podcast, as Vinny has been traversing a bout of chronic back pain for the entirety of his twenties. That makes this episode a special one, as we sat down with Dr. Peter Zafirides, co-founder and president of Central Ohio Behavioral Medicine in Columbus, and key player in the world of mind-body healing. On this episode of DTD, Dr. Zafirides...

There is nothing to solve right now. There is nothing to be right now.  There is nothing to fix, to understand, to discover, to heal.  There is no finish line that you must reach which will mean you’ve finally made it.  Tune out the noise on social media and elsewhere that says we must do more and be more now. That’s not reality.  Achieving our goals takes patience. Patience plus consistently doin...

John Milikowsky is the coolest attorney you've ever met. He is the founder and principal of Milikowsky Tax Law, based out of Encinitas California. Their mission is to produce extraordinary results by relentlessly analyzing, strategizing, and executing actions to reduce a business tax risk to an insignificant amount. As sexy as that sounds, we spent today's conversation focused more on our shared l...

It’s Saturday, and I (Vinny) want to get out of Tokyo and into some nature. It’s a rainy day. I decide to go about two hours north of Tokyo into the hills of Okutama, where there’s a lake, hiking, and a charming town.  I stand on the platform, waiting for the train. Rain is coming down beyond the roofs of the station. I have coffee warming my hands, and an adventure in store. I feel like me. Happy...

Lori is the founder of Career Ecology and BuzzLink, two platforms dedicated to fostering authentic connection in the world. With over 20 years of experience as an executive recruiter, Lori blends ecology and psychology to dismantle barriers to human connection. Her work centers on liberating authenticity at critical touch points in everyday life. In this episode expect to learn: - How Gregory's wo...