The Patty Show

What do Dungeons & Dragons, Meta leadership, and decades in tech have in common? In Episode 96 of The Patty Show, Patty sits down with fellow Meta teammate (Metamate), community leader, and longtime friend Jeffrey Shih for a conversation about discipline, identity, leadership, and the routines that keep us grounded through life's constant changes. Jeffrey has spent nearly three decades buildin...

This episode was filmed in the legendary Griffith Park area of Los Angeles—a place with deep creative history and open public spirit, originally gifted in 1896 by Colonel Griffith J. Griffith as a free space for the “plain people” of the city. That energy fits this conversation perfectly. Patty sits down with actor Paul Ray—not just a guest, but a real connection from set—and talks about what it a...

EP. 94 – Intensity Fades, Consistency Stays w/ Iboni McCallum | The Patty Show What happens when motivation disappears? For Iboni McCallum, that's when consistency takes over. This week on The Patty Show, Patty sits down with one of his favorite workout partners, biggest supporters, and most positive influences in the gym community. A single mother of four, healthcare professional, woman of faith,...

What does it take to reinvent yourself while staying true to who you are? This week on The Patty Show, I'm joined by my mentor, friend, and fellow performance enthusiast, Kris Clinton. Kris has built an incredible life through discipline, adaptability, and service. A former professional basketball player who competed throughout Europe and South America, Kris later transitioned into the worlds of p...

What if real strength isn’t about pushing harder—but knowing when to slow down? In Episode 92 of The Patty Show, Patty sits down with event security professionals Anthony Murillo and Naum Velasquez for a grounded, honest, and unexpectedly heartfelt conversation about life, work, family, and learning to find balance in high-pressure environments. The three first met while working at Squid Game: The...

What happens when success no longer feels aligned with who you are? In Episode 91 of The Patty Show, Patty sits down with hip-hop artist, filmmaker, entrepreneur, and creative visionary Africanemcee (formerly known as Jewlzdagod) for a powerful conversation about identity, purpose, creativity, and personal evolution. Born to Nigerian roots and raised across multiple countries through his father's...

EP. 90 – Consistency Creates Freedom w/ Keomah King | The Patty Show What if the key to freedom isn't doing whatever you want—but doing the small things consistently? This week, Patty sits down with singer, artist, entrepreneur, and longtime gym brother Keomah King for one of the most honest conversations on The Patty Show yet. Known for his positive energy, creative spirit, and relentless work et...

What happens when a self-proclaimed gym hater decides to wake up at 5:00 AM and completely change his life? This week, Patty sits down with former client turned friend Joseph Masato—a Senior Tax Accountant whose journey from rising A1C levels and Type 2 Diabetes concerns to a thriving, active lifestyle proves that lasting transformation comes from consistency, community, and a willingness to start...

At the ONE PIECE auditions for Universal Studios Hollywood, there were about 40 performers all chasing the same dream — and somehow it instantly felt like I’d known Antonio Josh forever. Now, Antonio is playing LUFFY in Universal Studios Hollywood’s ONE PIECE: Grand Pirate Show during Fan Fest Nights 🌊🔥 In EP. 88 of The Patty Show, Antonio Josh joins Patty for a powerful conversation about self-...

How you start your morning sets the tone for how you live your life—and this conversation proves it. In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Gold for the first time meeting in person, after being connected through my good friend Barry Gray. What started as a random connection turned into a real conversation about discipline, energy, and building a life across two very different worlds. Ryan is a Chi...

What if discipline didn’t have to be harsh to actually work? In this episode, I sit down with Jake Mason—founder of WeHo Dodgeball and President of USA Dodgeball—to talk about building a life rooted in consistency, community, and enjoyment. https://www.wehododgeball.com  Jake shares how redefining discipline as something supportive (not punishing) helped him grow a grassroots dodgeball league into...

She didn’t trust me to train her at first. Now Nikki Friedberg is stronger, more confident, and operating at a higher level across every area of her life—from co-founding Pink Tax Productions to leading in tech as a Chief of Staff. In this episode, we break down what actually creates transformation—not just physically, but mentally and energetically. We talk about: – Building confidence through co...

What if you did everything “right”… and still felt called to something else? In this episode of The Patty Show, Anthony Lagasca shares how he went from the structured world of the Air Force and managing multi-million dollar programs to stepping into finance—and ultimately pursuing acting. It’s a conversation about breaking the mold, trusting your instincts, and having the courage to choose a path...

What if your next chapter starts after the one you thought defined you? In this episode of The Patty Show, I sit down with Penny Salazar—real estate agent, bilingual actor, and living proof that you can reinvent your life at any stage. From becoming an empty nester to stepping onto commercial sets and even appearing in music videos like Sexyy Red - Hoochie Coochie, Penny shares how she turned an u...

In EP. 82 of The Patty Show, Patty sits down with actor Kai Caster for a candid conversation about redefining strength, navigating Hollywood, and staying grounded in a fast-moving world. Known for his role in Yellowstone, Kai is currently experiencing a major breakout moment in his career, with upcoming projects including Frisco King alongside Samuel L. Jackson and Spider-Noir with Nicolas Cage. B...

In EP. 81 of The Patty Show, Patty sits down with internationally acclaimed storyteller Michael Esser for a conversation about creativity, boundaries, and the evolving relationship between storytelling and artificial intelligence. Michael is best known as the creator and head writer of the 685-episode television phenomenon Verliebt in Berlin, a groundbreaking series that earned him the German Tele...

Your dream life doesn’t have to be perfect. It just has to be in progress. This week on The Patty Show, Patty sits down with relationship wellness leader Ashida Onrae for a conversation about building a fulfilling life and healthy relationships before making one of the biggest commitments of all—marriage. Ashida is the Founder and CEO of The Marriage Movement, a platform dedicated to helping coupl...

Rest isn’t weakness. It’s strategy. This week on The Patty Show, Patty sits down with Indonesian filmmaker and cinematographer Joyfiana Venessa Suryakusuma for a thoughtful, culture-rich conversation about reclaiming rest in a world obsessed with hustle. Joy directed and wrote the short film Patty starred in — portraying a 60+ retired workaholic lawyer delivering heartbreaking news to his equally...

Confidence isn’t something you’re born with. It’s something you build — rep by rep. This week on The Patty Show, Patty sits down with Meta OG and creative visionary Phillip DiGioia for a conversation about consistency, artistry, and the discipline behind real self-trust. Phillip moved from Georgia to Los Angeles to pursue animation and storytelling at the highest level. Today, he works in AI evalu...

Progress isn’t loud. It’s intentional. Global. Compounded over time. This week on The Patty Show, Patty sits down with two international innovators — Nwachukwu Ibekwe and Vatsal Chaudhari — to explore the joy of steady growth and the discipline behind world-class achievement. Nwachukwu, an award-winning engineer and St. Ignatius Loyola Medal recipient from Fairfield University, shares his evolutio...

Life moves in seasons—and every season builds a different kind of strength. In this episode of The Patty Show, Patty sits down with his close friend and fellow Prestigious Models & Image Powerhouse talent, Dr. Jonathan “JC” Chia-Ho Lee—actor, inspirational single dad, and Canadian-trained, double board-certified Adult and Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist. What starts as laughs between frien...

Balance isn’t about doing everything. It’s about knowing what actually matters — and having the courage to protect it. In this episode of The Patty Show, Patty sits down with his Indonesian brother, Meta coworker, and quiet sensei Robin Malau — a true real-life multihyphenate who’s lived several lifetimes in one. Robin is a self-described “Rockstar now Geek.” Born in Indonesia, he came up in the e...

Jakarta to Los Angeles: 16 Years Chasing Life, Identity & Reset In this episode of The Patty Show, Patty is joined by Yafi Fayruz, widely known as Anak LA—a soccer coach, creator, and community connector documenting Indonesian life in the United States. Brought to America at 16 years old and unable to return home for over a decade, Yafi shares what it’s really like to build a life under uncert...

What happens when play, culture, and creativity collide on a global stage? In this episode of The Patty Show, I sit down with the legendary Emiko Saraswati Susilo — actor, singer, dancer, voice artist, cultural consultant, and all-around creative force whose work spans Disney, PlayStation, the United Nations, Calm, Swarovski, and beyond. We talk about how Emiko turned Balinese dance, Southeast Asi...

What you feed yourself—body, mind, and spirit—fuels everything you become. In this episode of The Patty Show, Patty sits down with Mary Park — aka Makgeolli Mary — a Meta lawyer, proud Korean, and SoCal girl at heart who brings both wisdom and contagious energy. From a chance meeting at a Meta AAPI happy hour in K-Town to deep conversations about nourishment, self-talk, and life pivots, this episo...