The Formula Podcast with Trevor Carlson

As one of the teachers at the Groovy Cats swing dance studio in Prague, Czech Republic, Anastasia Feoktistova always encourages her students to be themselves and to never fear the difficulties they may encounter when starting out as a novice in swing dance. Originally from Russia, Anastasia now travels internationally to teach the art of swing dance to beginner and experienced dancers.  While appr...

This swing dance episode special is part one of three-part series detailing Trevor Carlson’s swing dancing experiences and classes across the world. In this episode, Trevor discusses the Lindy  Hop dance, an American dance born in Harlem, New York City around 1928. Lindy Hop was and still is considered a major member of the swing dance community. Due to her improvisational dance style, Lindy’s cra...

Struggling with goodbyes – something we can all relate to. Over the past year, Trevor Carlson has met some amazing people while trotting around the globe. Although his experiences were usually limited with these world-traveling friends, he has learned to appreciate that the time spent with these people was precious. He has learned that the paths crossed among travelers encourages a tight bond, alb...

As President of VolunteerLocal, Kaylee Williams’s leads the team to provide a platform for other companies to schedule, coordinate and communicate with volunteers and employees when organizing events. Although she started as an intern in 2012, her skillset snowballed into an impressive array of accomplishments within the company. Currently, a shareholder in the company and mentor to many beginners...

Only having lived in Iowa his entire life, Trevor Carlson never left the country until he was 30. Although it may have been a bit extreme to move abroad for his first living experience outside of his home state, he threw himself in head first to take those meaningful risks. After getting rid of all of his possessions and having one foot already out the door, he started his journey in Europe in Aug...

Dating, relationships and sex. The “Dating Kinda Sucks” Podcast with Sarah G and Adam Avitable covers all aspects of what we may be doing right or what we’re definitely doing wrong when it comes to love and relationships. Since meeting at a blogging conference in 2015, Sarah and Adam collaborated to help answer questions and ponder what a healthy and meaningful relationship truly is. While fieldin...

As the founder of the decade-long company Hatchlings Inc., programmer Brad Dwyer was willing to make the adjustments necessary to grow his company. Upon leaving Iowa State University before graduating, his technology startup proved to be a worthy investment of his time. Although Brad’s journey has not been completely without struggle, his computer vision and augmented reality ideas ultimately crea...

As the founder of the decade-old company Hatchlings Inc., programmer Brad Dwyer was willing to do make the adjustments necessary to grow the company and keep it alive. Upon leaving Iowa State University before graduating, his technology startup proved to be a worthy investment of his time. Although Brad’s journey has not been completely without struggle, his computer vision and augmented reality i...

Coffee fanatic and connoisseur Josh Zloof details his journey from a small coffee start-up to a successful and flourishing company. As the co-founder of Sudden Coffee, Josh ensures his company uses the highest quality beans from single origins in order to create the best sipping experience for his customers. By utilizing different production methods through the years,  Sudden Coffee offers your ta...

For over eight years, Jason Linett has been a nationally accredited hypnotist. From humble beginnings as a manager in theater, Jason found his calling when he least expected it. After becoming fascinated by hypnosis after attending a stage show, what started as his hobby turned into a full-time job.  Through different methods and techniques, Jason offers hypnosis to a diverse set of clients who st...

In this episode, author Kate Swoboda discusses her history when dealing with fear. As an entrepreneur and life coach, Swoboda encourages us to take control of our fears and release them from our lives in a healthy way. She breaks down fear-based habits and allows us to recognize which behaviors are beneficial and which will end up harming us in the long-run. She explains that although we can never...

Viktor E. Frankl was an Austrian psychiatrist as well as a Holocaust survivor. From the beginning of his imprisonment throughout World War II, Frankl embraced a life philosophy that would not only allow him to survive the horrors experienced during life in a concentration camp, but aid in the path to recovery for many survivors once liberated. By understanding that our life circumstances are often...

Man's Search for Meaning pt. 1 Viktor E. Frankl was an Austrian psychiatrist as well as a Holocaust survivor. From the beginning of his imprisonment throughout World War II, Frankl embraced a life philosophy that would not only allow him to survive the horrors experienced during life in a concentration camp, but aid in the path to recovery for many survivors once liberated. By understanding t...

As an avid entrepreneur and community contributor, Steve Shriver’s accomplishments thrive in the heart of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. As the founder of Eco Lips and co-founder of SOKO Outfitters and Brewhemia, one of Steve’s main goals is to help build a sustainable, prospering culture within the city.  By supporting local suppliers and recycling within the business world, Steve encourages all companies t...

As an avid entrepreneur and community contributor, Steve Shriver’s accomplishments thrive in the heart of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. As the founder of Eco Lips and co-founder of Soko Outfitters and Brewhemia, one of Steve’s main goals is to help build a sustainable, prospering culture within the city.  By supporting local suppliers and recycling within the business world, Steve encourages all companies t...

Cat Cantrill is an entrepreneur, burlesque dance instructor and relationship guide for women across Iowa. Since opening her own dance studio “Vitality Fitness & Dance” in Cedar Rapids in 2013, Cat has carved out a place for women to feel empowered through dance and learn how to express themselves within the dating world. While advocating self-love and learning how to evolve from past relations...

What do high performers do on a daily basis to help them design their day in a way that leads them to continued success? Find out in this episode of the Formula Podcast from previous guests: Ben Hagarty, Ben McDougall, Mike Finley, Dan Gable, Michael Caraway, Paul Singh, John Bocker, and Darrah Brustein. LadyBoss – LadyBoss is a premium nutrition company that provides the best weight loss suppleme...

Vanessa McNeal is an inspiring national speaker and award-winning documentary filmmaker. From a young age, she has worked to overcome her own traumas of sexual assault and seeks to aid other survivors in their journey to recovery. Vanessa has appeared on two TEDx Talks and encourages others to speak out about their personal stories.  Her recent documentary “Gridshock”, which has won two awards for...

Vanessa McNeal is an inspiring national speaker and award-winning documentary filmmaker. From a young age, she has worked to overcome her own traumas of sexual assault and seeks to aid other survivors in their journey to recovery. Vanessa has appeared on two TEDx Talks and encourages others to speak out about their personal stories.  Her recent documentary “Gridshock”, which has won two awards for...

Vanessa McNeal is an inspiring national speaker and award-winning documentary filmmaker. From a young age, she has worked to overcome her own traumas of sexual assault and seeks to aid other survivors in their journey to recovery. Vanessa has appeared on two TEDx Talks and encourages others to speak out about their personal stories. Her recent documentary “Gridshock”, which has won two awards for...

On this mini episode of the Formula, Trevor discusses his inspiration from “The Graveyard Book” by Neil Gaiman – a recommendation from the Tim Ferriss podcast, The Tim Ferriss Show. This unique literary work by Gaiman covers the life of a boy who finds his motivation to leave the graveyard he was once raised in and to explore the world outside. Trevor immediately then delves into thought-provoking...

This week on The Formula, we are joined by a great musician named Elizabeth Moen.  She is a singer/songwriter from the eastern Iowa area and has played venues all around the world, she has the energy to electrify an audience and she creates a fun-filled atmosphere whenever she performs.  Elizabeth talks us through what self-expression is like, how growing up in a small town has impacted her life,...

This week on The Formula Podcast, our host Trevor Carlson gets deep and opens up about his vulnerabilities.  Leadership training is at the foundation of every organization, and our guest this week has spent years building individuals and teams to be great leaders.  We all face imposter syndrome and second guess ourselves as to if we are great leaders or not, but if we understand our capabilities t...

This week we have two of the greatest creative minds to come directly out of the Midwest, Ben Hagarty and Scotty Russell sit down with me to answer one question,  “What advice would they give to their 18-year old-selves?”   Getting shit done and creating a mental environment to grind has always been the way that Ben Hagarty and Scotty Russell have conducted themselves in their business lives, but...

Andrew Ferebee is the mastermind behind Knowledge for Men, a brand that empowers men to improve their well being through financial independence and happiness.  This week on The Formula Podcast, we learn how to build positive habits and how to design our goals that shape our values.  If you’re looking to redesign the life you want to live, then this podcast is a must listen for you. _______________...