The Formula Podcast with Trevor Carlson

Ladies and gentlemen, it has been a long time since we released a new episode. I'll be sharing stories and interviews over the past year and am very excited to be back! To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or watch on youtube To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out the full video episodes on YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/@justtrevorca...

When you look at Ken McClellend you might not be surprised that he competes in strong man competitions, is a former gym owner and MMA fighter. However, you might not have guessed that he does yoga and pilates, reads poetry and he’s passionate about finding joy! Listen to this episode of The Formula Podcast to hear what sets Ken apart from his competition, how to take care of your body, and why it’...

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel the world by yourself? Katie Shepherd began her solo-travel journey in Honduras and since then has gone all around the world enjoying sunsets, attending snowboarding camps, deep-sea diving, and doing what scares her! Through her many challenges, she has maintained a positive perspective that the rough times and the happy times are all apart of...

If you could ask a time traveler one question, what would you ask? Drew Curtis, founder of Fark.com has been appointed the title of time traveler after his tweet from 2016 recently became viral. Full of wise advice beyond his fortune-telling, Drew shares his input on why failure is necessary, being okay with sucking at something for a while and living without fear.  To listen to more episodes head...

What if Sherlock Holmes had magical powers? What if instead of investigating normal criminals he investigated the supernatural? In this episode, I sit down with Jackaby series author, William Ritter, to discuss the art of telling magical stories, how he got his start as a writer, what love means to him, and a whole bunch more. As an aspiring writer, it was an amazing experience to interview Will a...

On this episode of the Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson interviews Stancioiu Ruxandra, on of the 3 founders of the Boozy Cats in Bucharest, Romania. The Boozy Cats is a swing dance organization that puts on international swing dance events in Bucharest. In this episode we discuss: - Why you should swing dance - Why should you visit Romania? - How to keep going when things are tough Click that subsc...

Have you ever considered quitting your job, packing up everything, and traveling the world? Listen to Metin Abit's story of how he quit his job and packed his things to document his travels around the world for a whole year. Check out Metin's Youtube channel Follow Metin on Instagram Visit the theformulapodcast.com for more episodes on travel and lifestyle design with Trevor Carlson. To...

It's been a long time since I recorded anything. Getting ready to start dropping episodes like they are hot so get caught up on where I've been with covid-19 and my recovery. Take care and see you guys soon! theformulapodcast.com Instagram: @theformulapodcast Facebook: The Formula Podcast To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out the full video episodes on You...

Today’s episode covers loss, faith, perseverance, and giving back. Since losing his son Eli after a four-year battle with neuroblastoma and leukemia in 2008, Aaron Horn has devoted most of his life to volunteering for nonprofits fighting childhood cancer. Through his faith, blogging, and learning to “not sweat the small stuff,” Aaron persevered through one of the most difficult times that a parent...

After being given a life-changing diagnosis of stage four esophageal cancer, Matthew Manuel came to a bizarre revelation - that he didn’t have to worry about changing his career anymore. Since the diagnosis, he’s put one foot in front of the other and charged ahead, changing his career and choosing to live for himself instead of the approval of others. On this episode, Trevor and Matthew discuss:...

Eric Engelmann is the founder of Geonetric Executive Director of the New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo), and the Iowa Startup Accelerator in Cedar Rapids, IA. He also recently returned from a long-term travel excursion with his wife and two children. In today’s show, Eric shares his thoughts about how his trip affected him and his family, how to combine your passion with your work, an...

Feedback. How do you ask for it? Who do you solicit feedback from? Personally, I consult my good friend and mentor Dr. Árpád Rózsás, a civil engineer I met in the Netherlands last fall. He believes that learning to process feedback in the right way can help you grow more than you thought possible. In our conversation, Dr. Rózsás also gives advice on how to live more rationally. In this episode, we...

If you’ve ever lost a pair of headphones, you know the feeling - a short burst of frustration followed by the realization that you won’t be able to block out distractions anymore. In the Netherlands, I lost my headphones. But it didn’t bring me down - it raised up my creativity. Sometimes, in order to achieve clarity and true productivity, we need to lose our headphones or our biggest distraction....

Maggie Doyne of BlinkNow is called a hero by many, but in her eyes, she’s just a compassionate, normal person looking to improve the world, one person at a time. Before co-founding BlinkNow, an organization that supports children in rural Nepal, Maggie chose to take a gap year - forgoing college - to travel the world and learn more about herself. In Nepal’s Kopila Valley, she found her calling. An...

On this episode of the Formula podcast, Trevor Carlson shares his thoughts to the question, "Are You Lonely While You Travel Alone?" Tune in to hear how Trevor answers. To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com Patreon: Coming soon! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @theformulapodcast To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.com or check out the full video ep...

Episode #100 is a bit of a role-reversal, as guest interview Cat Cantrill sits down with Trevor Carlson, the dude behind The Formula Podcast. In the past two-and-a-half years creating the podcast, a lot has changed in Trevor’s life. This episode digs deeper into Trevor’s backstory, his motivations for creating the podcast, travel experiences, and what’s next for the podcast. Trevor also reveals hi...

In this episode, Trevor sits down with Dr. Árpád Rózsás shares his thoughts and views on the art of gift-giving, more specifically giving without expecting anything in return. He has coined this practice as a “Kofola Gift,” and explains why this type of giving is to be cherished and used in our daily lives. In this episode we will discuss: The concept of giving without expecting gratitude How lang...

In this episode, Trevor shares previous guests advice on designing their optimal day. By maintaining good habits and sticking to a schedule, these six entrepreneurs give advice on leading a successful personal and work life. In this episode we will discuss: Habits that enable having a productive and interesting day Maintaining a solid routine and managing our time Taking care of our bodies by exer...

Imposter syndrome can be described as a mental pattern of self-doubt. In this episode, Trevor explores the crippling feeling of fear when we doubt ourselves and how to avoid these negative emotions. By thinking in the long-term and considering our future selves, we can learn to make better decisions in the present that will ultimately allow us to achieve our goals. In this episode we will discuss:...

In this episode, Trevor discusses his thoughts on the hospitality he experienced from locals and strangers while traveling through Albania. Although this kind of hospitality may not be common throughout every country, Trevor reflects and asks how we can practice this act of generosity in our own neighborhoods. In this episode we will discuss: Kindness and hospitality from locals while traveling ab...

From 1992-1996, Bosnia suffered through a heavily armed conflict that shook the roots of the region for years to come. In this episode, we focus on the city of Sarajevo, Bosnia and the effects of the Bosnian War both during and after.  Our guest in this interview now goes by the name of Zero One, a code name used by Zero One’s father during the war in order to conceal his identity. As a young chil...

In this episode, Trevor goes into detail about his experience when staying at the war hostel in Sarajevo, Bosnia. This hostel offers an unconventional stay to the curious traveler by simulating the siege of Sarajevo, a grim conflict that took place during the 1992-1996 Bosnian War.  While Sarajevo was under constant artillery and sniper fire during the Bosnian War, this hostel duplicates and echoe...

Currently, the Associate Director of the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa, Laurie Watje coaches students who want to start their own business or become entrepreneurs. As a mentor and counselor, Laurie advises her students thoughtfully but ultimately encourages them to find their own way in the business world.  In this episode we will dis...

Currently, the Associate Director of the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa, Laurie Watje assists students who want to start their own business or become entrepreneurs. As a mentor and counselor, Laurie advises her students thoughtfully but ultimately encourages them to find their own way in the business world.  In this episode we will dis...

Swing dance instructor Amélie Barrande has been teaching Lindy Hop dancing for over seven years. As one of four teachers at the Jazzy Feet School in Paris, her passion for dance inspires her students to continue practicing their moves on the dance floor. Aside from teaching, Amélie is also an accomplished fashion designer. Her shoe company  Swivels has been operating and selling internationally fo...