المحتوى المقدم من Alec Alvarez. يتم تحميل جميع محتويات البودكاست بما في ذلك الحلقات والرسومات وأوصاف البودكاست وتقديمها مباشرة بواسطة Alec Alvarez أو شريك منصة البودكاست الخاص بهم. إذا كنت تعتقد أن شخصًا ما يستخدم عملك المحمي بحقوق الطبع والنشر دون إذنك، فيمكنك اتباع العملية الموضحة هنا https://ar.player.fm/legal.
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Hilde Mosse comes from one of the wealthiest families in Berlin and stands to inherit an enormous fortune. But she longs for something more meaningful than the luxurious lifestyle her family provides. So Hilde decides to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. As the Nazis take power in Germany and the Mosse family is forced to flee, Dr. Hilde Mosse lands in New York having nearly lost everything.. She finds her calling treating the mental health of Black youth – and the symptoms of a racist system. In addition to photographs, school records, and correspondence spanning Hilde Mosse’s entire lifetime, the Mosse Family Collection in the LBI Archives includes the diaries she kept between 1928 and 1934, from the ages of 16-22. Hilde’s papers are just part of the extensive holdings related to the Mosse Family at LBI. Learn more at lbi.org/hilde . Exile is a production of the Leo Baeck Institute, New York and Antica Productions. It’s narrated by Mandy Patinkin. This episode was written by Lauren Armstrong-Carter. Our executive producers are Laura Regehr, Rami Tzabar, Stuart Coxe, and Bernie Blum. Our producer is Emily Morantz. Research and translation by Isabella Kempf. Voice acting by Hannah Gelman. Sound design and audio mix by Philip Wilson. Theme music by Oliver Wickham. Please consider supporting the work of the Leo Baeck Institute with a tax-deductible contribution by visiting lbi.org/exile2025 . The entire team at Antica Productions and Leo Baeck Institute is deeply saddened by the passing of our Executive Producer, Bernie Blum. We would not have been able to tell these stories without Bernie's generous support. Bernie was also President Emeritus of LBI and Exile would not exist without his energetic and visionary leadership. We extend our condolences to his entire family. May his memory be a blessing. This episode of Exile is made possible in part by a grant from the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany, which is supported by the German Federal Ministry of Finance and the Foundation Remembrance, Responsibility and Future.…
المحتوى المقدم من Alec Alvarez. يتم تحميل جميع محتويات البودكاست بما في ذلك الحلقات والرسومات وأوصاف البودكاست وتقديمها مباشرة بواسطة Alec Alvarez أو شريك منصة البودكاست الخاص بهم. إذا كنت تعتقد أن شخصًا ما يستخدم عملك المحمي بحقوق الطبع والنشر دون إذنك، فيمكنك اتباع العملية الموضحة هنا https://ar.player.fm/legal.
Conversations between host Alec Alvarez & guests who work at the intersection of their passion & making a living. Talking business, health, psychology, philosophy, & other fields, along with the nature of passion, empathy, consciousness, love, power, & more within various life contexts. A platform for exploration of various career paths & open-minded discovery of new ideas & trends across industries, along with mindsets & philosophies for a successful & fulfilled life. Join us in the conversations & laughs here!
المحتوى المقدم من Alec Alvarez. يتم تحميل جميع محتويات البودكاست بما في ذلك الحلقات والرسومات وأوصاف البودكاست وتقديمها مباشرة بواسطة Alec Alvarez أو شريك منصة البودكاست الخاص بهم. إذا كنت تعتقد أن شخصًا ما يستخدم عملك المحمي بحقوق الطبع والنشر دون إذنك، فيمكنك اتباع العملية الموضحة هنا https://ar.player.fm/legal.
Conversations between host Alec Alvarez & guests who work at the intersection of their passion & making a living. Talking business, health, psychology, philosophy, & other fields, along with the nature of passion, empathy, consciousness, love, power, & more within various life contexts. A platform for exploration of various career paths & open-minded discovery of new ideas & trends across industries, along with mindsets & philosophies for a successful & fulfilled life. Join us in the conversations & laughs here!
BIO: Christo Van Rensburg is a former pro tennis player, hailing from South Africa. He was ranked #1 in the world in doubles, won 20 top-level doubles titles during his career, including one Grand Slam men’s doubles title in 85’. Christo ranked as high as #19 in the world in singles, and is one of only two men to beat Pete Sampras in straight sets at Wimbledon. Christo’s wife, Monica van Rensburg (Reinach) also played at Wimbledon, along with her sister, Elna Reinach, making them a truly elite tennis family — but the most humble, welcoming, and incredible people you’ll meet. Christo and the fam now run “Dropshot Series”, a tennis tournament promotion company hosting pro tennis events in Austin, TX. They’ve hosted several USTA/ ITF level events and are now hosting the very first WTA Tour event — The ATX Open — which is 1 of only 5 women’s only WTA Tour level events in the USA. Christo runs Dropshot Series with Bryan Sheffield, Tournament Promoter and Founder of DropShot, who also owns stake in MLS team Austin FC, and founded Parsley Energy. In addition to all this, Christo also gives back to the game by way of coaching — and coaches elite players like Fernanda Contreras Gomez along with having captained South Africa in the Davis Cup, coaching up players like University of Georgia’s Philip Henning. Connect with Christo: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christo-van-rensburg-23802511/ Find out more about Dropshot Series: - Website: https://dropshotseries.com Find out more about ATX Open: - Event info: https://atxopen.com/event-info/ - Partners & Sponsors: https://atxopen.com/partners/ - Buy Tickets: https://atxopen.com/tickets/ - To watch the ATX Open on TV or via streaming tune into The Tennis Channel! - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atxopen/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/AtxOpen Sponsorship Inquiries for ATX Open: - Contact Unrivaled Group: https://unrivaledgroup.com Key Topics: * Christo’s Playing Career * Competing with top talent and learning from them * Coaching * Remembering those who helped you, and giving back to those coming next * Christo’s adventure into the Tennis Tournament Promotion business * Dropshot Series * ATX Open * Christo meeting his wife Recorded in September 2022 in Austin, TX. Connect with Alec on Social: - Linktree to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/smartalec Podcast info: - Podcast website: https://smartalecshow.com - RSS feed: feed:https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngBH2BfM - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/634MOIW582k2STgC06Rvl9?si=ulGRaagxSBCHROX0OEQCCA - Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-alec-show/id1577614268 - Amazon Music & Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/96993c84-1664-4a67-921d-9b731fbdca99 (Also available on ALL major audio platforms within the USA as well as most globally.) #atxopen #atx #tennis…
Florian Hemme is an expert within the field of sports management and sports finance. Born in Germany, he now resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. He holds a business degree, two masters degrees in Human Resource Management and Sports Management, and a PhD in Sports Management from UT Austin. He now lectures on sports finance and other sports industry related topics. I’m honored to have had “Dr. H” on the podcast and been able to chat with him. Connect with Florian Hemme: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/florianhemme/ Topics Discussed: What is Sports Finance? Return on Investment in Sports; difference from other investment vehicles regarding profits Accounting and Financial maneuvers used uniquely within sports Financing of stadiums Different League Structures More on College Athletics How To Perform Better Parenting Polarization in America The value of Contemplative Practices like Meditation Advice for those wanting to work in sports Recorded on May 23, 2022 Connect with Alec on Social: - Linktree to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/smartalec Podcast info: - Podcast website: https://smartalecshow.com - RSS feed: feed:https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngBH2BfM - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/634MOIW582k2STgC06Rvl9?si=ulGRaagxSBCHROX0OEQCCA - Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-alec-show/id1577614268 - Amazon Music & Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/96993c84-1664-4a67-921d-9b731fbdca99 (Also available on ALL major audio platforms within the USA as well as most globally.)…
James Santore is the founder and CEO of Three Two Strategies — a firm based out of Philadelphia offering marketing services and strategic consulting to venture funds, startups, athletes, and more. James is Philadelphia born and raised, played D1 baseball at La Salle University as pitcher, founded the La Salle Legends Foundation, and served as Director of Marketing & Brand Strategy at SeventySix Capital before moving on to work in Chicago with Fubo Gaming as Strategic Partnerships Manager. James serves on the board of Crypto Curr3ntly and also blogs, skates, lifts heavy, and we’re honored to have a legend in the making like him on as a friend of the show. Connect with James here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamessantore/ IG: @jamessantore Learn more about Three Two Strategies here: Website: https://www.threetwostrategies.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/32strategies/ Topics Discussed: James’ upbringing — how fitness has always been top of mind as a way to stay disciplined James time playing D1 baseball at La Salle: James career journey: Mindset: Philadelphia Eagles v Dallas Cowboys trash talk, pre-season predictions, James’ favorite Philadelphia sports moments James’ biggest inspirations, advice for those trying to break into the sports industry or start their own businesses, along with tips for leading a happy life Recorded on July 29th, 2022 #sportsbiz #threetwostrategies #philly #philadelphia #seventysixcapital #fubo #marketing #sportsmarketing Connect with Alec on Social: - Linktree to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/smartalec Podcast info: - Podcast website: https://smartalecshow.com - RSS feed: feed:https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngBH2BfM - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/634MOIW582k2STgC06Rvl9?si=ulGRaagxSBCHROX0OEQCCA - Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-alec-show/id1577614268 - Amazon Music & Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/96993c84-1664-4a67-921d-9b731fbdca99…
Kevin Rodriguez is a Sports Information Director at The University of Texas at Austin, highly regarded as one of the most competitive collegiate athletic institutions to not only work at, but also regarded as one of the biggest brands in sports and most successful in college athletics, having won the Learfield Director’s Cup the previous 2 years. Kevin is the lead SID for UT baseball and UT Women’s Volleyball, with the former fielding the NCAA Men’s Player of the Year and the latter being regarded as one of the most prestigious volleyball programs in the history of the sport (they’re the #1 lock to win the NCAA 2022 Women’s Volleyball Title). Kevin has done extensive work with these sports and more, directing information and serving as a key liaison between the players, coaching staff, media, and other key sports stakeholders. Kevin graduated with a degree in Mass Communications from Sam Houston State University, where he also served as an SID there for two years, along with having worked with the National Football Foundation and University of Memphis as a Director of Athletic Communications. Above all, Kevin is not only a savant within the sports communications field, but a hilarious and down-to-earth dude who’s helped me learn more about the sports space and gain experience in collegiate athletics. Connect with Kevin: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krodthesid/ Keep up with UT Athletic Teams Kevin Works With: Texas Volleyball: https://texassports.com/sports/womens-volleyball Texas Baseball: https://texassports.com/sports/baseball OUTLINE: Intro What a Sports Information Director is and why Kevin wanted to go into Sports Communications What is the role of an SID within College Athletics? How crucial are SIDs to the entire athletic program, and specifically the team? What it’s like working with one of the biggest brands in sports and most famous college athletics program at UT Austin What keeps Kevin going in the space despite the travels and at times long hours Advice for those wanting to break into sports communications Most memorable moments Recorded on November 30th, 2022 #Sports #sportscommunications #collegeathletics #sportsinformationdirector #sid #texas #longhorns #hookem #texasvolleyball #texasbaseball Connect with Alec on Social: - Linktree to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/smartalec Podcast info: - Podcast website: https://smartalecshow.com - RSS feed: feed:https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngBH2BfM - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/634MOIW582k2STgC06Rvl9?si=ulGRaagxSBCHROX0OEQCCA - Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-alec-show/id1577614268 - Amazon Music & Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/96993c84-1664-4a67-921d-9b731fbdca99…
Jeff Zeller is the Senior Director of NFT Partnerships and Business Operations at Crypto.com . He’s led a career at the intersection of sports, music, technology, culture, and content. Jeff’s worked with iTunes as a Content Producer, A&R as a Creative Intern working with artists such as the late legend AVICII & also found Marshmello during his rise to stardom, along with serving as CEO of “Dancing Astronaut” which was a media company covering the dance and electronic music scene. Jeff went on to work with Sony as digital strategy Chief of Staff, then to ESPN as Director of Entertainment Marketing & Parternships leading partnerships for many properties such as “The Last Dance” with Peloton and Spotify, before moving into the crypto space. Jeff is a graduate of Stanford (where he played tennis), a Harvard MBA grad, and also the founder of AZ Management. Above all, Jeff is an incredible guy, a family man, and legend in the making — and we’re honored to have pontificated on life with him on this episode and call him a friend of the show. Connect with Jeff: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffzeller/ IG: @jeffzeller ; https://www.instagram.com/jeffzeller/?hl=en Twitter: @jaz ; https://twitter.com/jaz?lang=en OUTLINE: 0:00 Foreword 4:10 Start of Conversation Topics discussed: Working with iTunes as a Content Producer Working with the music industry Working at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and music with ESPN New adventure into crypto.com Much more! Recorded on November 11th, 2022 #harvardmba #partnerships #sportsbiz #crypto #marketing #harvard #nft Connect with Alec on Social: - Linktree to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/smartalec Podcast info: - Podcast website: https://smartalecshow.com - RSS feed: feed:https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngBH2BfM - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/634MOIW582k2STgC06Rvl9?si=ulGRaagxSBCHROX0OEQCCA - Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-alec-show/id1577614268 - Amazon Music & Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/96993c84-1664-4a67-921d-9b731fbdca99…
Brandon Rhodes is the Vice President of Business Development at Overtime, a Forbes 30 Under 30 Recipient, Co-Founder of “Hella Awkward” card game, and Co-Founder of the Michigan Sports Business Conference where he graduated from The University of Michigan’s business school. Brandon’s a strategic business builder and proven brand marketer with a track record of success across consumer products, tech, sports, and media tied to youth culture and worked in Global Brand Activation & Management, and Digital Strategy at PepsiCo’s Gatorade before joining the industry-disrupting Overtime. Above all, Brandon’s an awesome dude paving the way forward for the next generation of leaders within sports business and beyond — we’re honored to bring y’all this conversation with him. Connect with Brandon: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsrhodes/ IG: @overtimebrandon ; https://www.instagram.com/overtimebrandon/?hl=en Twitter: @overtimebrandon ; https://twitter.com/overtimebrandon?lang=en Purchase the Hella Awkward card game: https://hellawkward.com/products/hella-awk-ward OUTLINE: Foreword 0:00 - 05:11 Start of conversation 05:11 How Brandon knew he wanted to go the sports route Time working at Gatorade Running Business Development at Overtime Advice for succeeding in the space, getting your foot in the door, and more Recorded on November 4th, 2022 #overtime #overtimeelite #sportsbiz #gatorade #michigan #msbc Connect with Alec on Social: - Linktree to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/smartalec Podcast info: - Podcast website: https://smartalecshow.com - RSS feed: feed:https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngBH2BfM - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/634MOIW582k2STgC06Rvl9?si=ulGRaagxSBCHROX0OEQCCA - Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-alec-show/id1577614268 - Amazon Music & Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/96993c84-1664-4a67-921d-9b731fbdca99…
Cedric Golden is a sports columnist writing for the Austin-American Statesman. Cedric primarily covers Austin and Texas-based sports teams, such as The University of Texas at Austin Longhorns, and has covered various iconic sports moments from Texas’ 2005 National Title victory over USC, Super Bowls, College World Series, Final Fours, Title-fights in Vegas, and much more. Cedric is also an electric podcast host serving as co-host of “On Second Thought” with Kirk Bohls, host of Longhorn Confidential, and Longhorn Unfiltered podcasts. Cedric also serves as a professor of sports journalism at The University of Texas at Austin. Hailing from the piney woods of East Texas, Cedric graduated from UT Tyler, and has since led a legendary career as one of the best sports journalists not only in Texas — where he is adorned by the people — but in all of the USA. Above all, Cedric’s not only an inspiration to many, but an even greater person. We’re honored to call him a friend of the show. Connect with Cedric: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedric-golden-57ab3b21/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CedGolden Austin American-Statesman: https://www.statesman.com/staff/5875395002/cedric-golden/ Topics Discussed: What inspired Cedric to become a sports journalist Seek a calling — not just a job The path to becoming a leading journalist What it was like covering the Cowboys vs Bills Super Bowl, meeting Stephen A. Smith and Mike Tirico early on in their careers Keys to succeeding as a sports journalist Cedric’s favorite moments of his sports journalism career: What makes University of Texas’ RB Bijan Robinson so special? Predictions for the rest of the UT Longhorns Football 2022 Season Thoughts on the current state of the culture and program of UT Football under Coach Steve Sarkisian Preview of Sam Ehlinger getting his first start in Indianapolis for the Colts this coming Sunday 10-30-22 — Cedric’s big piece he is writing on Ehlinger and his family to come soon Much more Recorded on October 28th, 2022 in Austin, TX Podcast info: - Podcast website: https://smartalecshow.com - RSS feed: feed:https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngBH2BfM - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/634MOIW582k2STgC06Rvl9?si=ulGRaagxSBCHROX0OEQCCA - Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-alec-show/id1577614268 - Amazon Music & Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/96993c84-1664-4a67-921d-9b731fbdca99 Connect with Alec on Social: - Linktree to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/smartalec…
#14 Matthew Collette: Producing Sportscenter, Winning Sports Emmys at FOX, Breaking into the Sports Production World | Smart Alec Show Matthew Collette is an Emmy-winning executive producer with over a decade of experience within the sports media space — from live studio production, original content, show running, and building streaming channels, Matthew is one of the foremost production leaders in the sports media industry. An alum of Virginia Tech, Mathew began his career in production with the greatest TV show off all time — SportsCenter on ESPN —, then produced Olbermann on ESPN, before going on to win multiple Sports Emmy nominations and Awards as a Producer & Showrunner for “Garbage Time with Katie Nolan” on FOX Sports. He then added to the incredible resume having worked as a Coordinating Producer at IMG, a Senior Producer at Yahoo Sports, and now leads sports production as Executive Producer of Sports at the innovative B2B streaming giant coined “the next billion dollar company” at Atmosphere TV. Aside from a legendary career and incredible background of knowledge on production and the sports media space, Matthew is the most humble, easy-going, and incredible dude, that we’re honored to say is a friend of the show. Check out Atmosphere TV here: https://www.atmosphere.tv Connect with Matthew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-collette-33b22135 Topics discussed: The importance of giving people opportunity — how Matt was given an opportunity at Sportscenter and turned it into a very successful career. We never know where the next major talent is going to come from and should give people their shot How to seize the moment and take advantage of opportunity when you get your foot in the door Advice for breaking into sports production What it was like working at ESPN’s HQ Bristol campus — what it was like running around campus to produce SportsCenter, Olbermann, and more What it felt like to produce Katie Nolan’s “Garbage Time” podcast at FOX Sports and not only get nominated for Sports Emmy’s but WIN multiple Sports Emmy’s His favorite moments and memories from his time at ESPN His time at Yahoo Sports, IMG The growth of Austin as a city Programming The evolution of the Sports Media landscape Atmosphere TV Much more Recorded in September 2022 Podcast info: - Podcast website: https://smartalecshow.com - RSS feed: feed:https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngBH2BfM - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/634MOIW582k2STgC06Rvl9?si=ulGRaagxSBCHROX0OEQCCA - Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-alec-show/id1577614268 - Amazon Music & Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/96993c84-1664-4a67-921d-9b731fbdca99 Connect with Alec on Social: - Linktree to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/smartalec…
#13 Giovanni MontesDeOca: The Path to Playing Pro Soccer, Family, Discipline in All High-Achievers Giovanni MontesDeOca is a professional footballer/ soccer player for Union Omaha of United States Soccer League (USL), League One. Gio was drafted into the Major League Soccer (MLS) 2021 Draft by his hometown club, FC Dallas — where he played in their academy at the highest level of youth soccer — and completed a life-long dream of making it to the pinnacle of American futbol. Gio — born into a family of soccer — served as team captain of the University of North Carolina men’s soccer team at the Division 1 NCAA level, previously played at the prestigious soccer program at Jesuit College Preparatory High School (Texas UIL 6A State Champions 2010 & 2017) before going on to play FC Dallas Youth Academy, and grew up playing for his family’s independent club, Wizard’s FC. Connect with Gio: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giovannimontesdeoca IG: https://instagram.com/giovannimdo10?igshid=NTlmMWMyMzg= Topics discussed: The path to pro soccer — from the competitive youth level, high school, academy, D1 NCAA, onto the MLS & it’s minor league professional teams in the USL Importance of support systems allowing one to achieve success Discipline, grit, passion for success in any human endeavor Overcoming and persevering through injury The crossroads every athlete comes to when deciding whether to hang up the cleats; athlete identity Much more, enjoy!…
Michael S. Peterson — known to as “Mike”— is a Managing Director at Pemberton Economic Group & a Professor at UT Austin’s McCombs School of Business, where he teaches entrepreneurship classes centered on topics like FinTech, Internet of Things, New Venture Creation, & more. Mike graduated from Brigham Young with his MBA & also holds an MS in Technology Commercialization from UT Austin’s McCombs School of Business. Mike has worked on 9+ ventures with market potential upwards of $7B+ & is an entrepreneurship & business theory savant. Above all, Mike is not only a friend of the show, but an inspiration to many in having overcome entrepreneurial obstacles & depression. In his life, classes, & this episode he shows great courage through vulnerably sharing his story & sharing actionable steps for how he overcame these mental health troubles & now leads a fulfilled life. “Despite the challenges along the way, the journey is still worth it — we are here to become something more, not to just get things or buy things but to really become & go on the journey of becoming the best versions of ourselves” - Mike Peterson Connect with Mike Peterson: * mikep.pro/book * How to Become a Professor from non-traditional path * michaelspeterson.com * https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetersonmba/ OUTLINE: 0:00 Foreword & Intro 4:12 Mike’s previous businesses & his favorite venture 11:45 Biggest takeaways from Mike’s 9 ventures - Positives: - Growth happens during discomfort - Meeting brilliant people - Negatives - 12:55 “Don’t let schooling get in the way of your education” 15:46 "Safe” traditional path guy v college drop-out entrepreneur - Misunderstandings of risk - Perception of safety & security in corporate is false - Side hustle = great hedge against losing 9-5 income, $$$, & transferable skills making you a better employee & shedding spotlight on a project outside of traditional work - 20:31 You can bring side hustle lessons & perspectives to your 9-5 team or personal life 21:31 Risk orientation of entrepreneurs & “unconscious confidence” that makes them doers - “Entrepreneurs are people who try to get things done & are oblivious to resources needed to get these things done” - Tips for success - The company started at Brigham Young to combat “sudden infant death syndrome” that went public after 10 years & they got rich 27:01 What’s the underlying key ingredient to persevere in entrepreneurship? 28:11 The importance of having equity in building wealth (vs just being on salary or an hourly wage) - Entrepreneurship enhances the opportunity to impact lives of people on your team i.e. providing job opportunities to people you know - Alec’s dad: Entrepreneurship is about creating opportunity for not only yourself but OTHER PEOPLE as stated above^ 33:17 The dark side of entrepreneurship - Mike’s struggles with mental health, family life, finances, & more - Low success probabilities - Importance of Iteration - 33:00 Battling deep depression 39:01 Is the source of this rampant depression in many males because of mens’ identity being tied to success & their ability to put food on the table? What are the implications of tying our self-worth to financial success? - 41:01 Success is not linear.” - Transcendental theory & detachment theory within this context 43:50 How Mike was able to see the beauty of life again: - Practical actions to overcome depression - 46:14 Importance of Writing - “The Jordan Peterson journaling program — - What’s life going to be like for me in 5 years if I continue on the path I am on? - What do you want life to be like? - The “mental cookie jar” 50:43 “We need you, we need your contributions.” - empathy & understanding from those who’ve lived it = crucial & inspirational to help those struggling right now 53:00 Value of Practical Natural Tactics to Improve Mental Health before going straight to medication - practical applications 56:10 Do we delay our happiness too much in the American culture? “Once I have XYZ I’ll be happy….." - Power of gratitude in Mike overcoming depression - Utility of the gratitude journal - Law of Attraction 1:06:42 “Last remarks: despite the challenges along the way, the journey is still worth it…” Podcast info: - Podcast website: https://smartalecshow.com - RSS feed: feed:https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngBH2BfM - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/634MOIW582k2STgC06Rvl9?si=Zr4Fmx2nR6mqaeWNpFCfQQ&dl_branch=1 - Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-alec-show/id1577614268 - Amazon Music & Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/96993c84-1664-4a67-921d-9b731fbdca99 Connect with Alec on Social: - Linktree to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/smartalec Recorded in January 2022…
Rebecca Feferman has worked at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and culture in PR, strategy, production, content, BD, and brand management for a number of years. She founded her consultancy — “The FefCo” — and has worked with clients like Katie Nolan, MSG Networks, Bill Simmons, SA Spurs, & many more. Prior, she produced a Beto O’Rourke documentary that aired on HBO, worked with SXSW and started SXSports, and before that worked for ID Public Relations in LA representing clients like John Krasinski, Casey Affleck, and more. She first broke into the industry with Warner Bros. Pictures after graduating from University of Michigan. Originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico, she now also serves on the Advisory Council for the UT Austin Center for Sports Communication & Media and also lectures at UT Austin. In addition to her lengthy and outstanding background, she’s a hilarious and witty person, a friend of the show, and an amazing person. Connect with Rebecca: Website: thefefco.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccafeferman/ IG: @thefefco; https://www.instagram.com/thefefco/ Timestamps: 0:00 Foreword 2:15 Intro 3:41 How Fef helped produce a Beto O’Rourke Documentary 6:59 How Rebecca started the infamous “blue-out” tradition at The University of Michigan 13:33 What it was like working in Public Relations with companies like Warner Bros. and big names like Casey Affleck and John Krasinski? Working on epic movies: Oceans 11, Matrix revolutions, Mystic River with Clint Eastwood, + more 24:34 The funniest person Fef worked with and the wildest story of her time working in the industry 27:41 How Fef started SXSports during her time working with SXSW 36:45 What it was like working with names like Ronda Rousey, Megan Rapinoe, and more through SXSports 38:21 How Fef moved to Austin to work on herself after years of focusing more on her career; implications of self-development vs work prioritization in society, advice from Fef 41:59 The one constant in Fef’s career that’s allowed her to accomplish anything she’s been doing 46:01 Value of self-awareness; There is no correct path, there’s only your path 47:30 What Fef wishes she would’ve known earlier in her career 49:18 What The FefCo does, what it’s like having worked with clients like Bill Simmons and Katie Nolan 53:35 What Fef thinks about the future trajectory of the sports media space? A new culture that wants to feel personally spoken to, niche authentic audiences 55:37 What are some skills that people should work on that want to work in and break into the entertainment space? 56:59 Fef’s thoughts on “Women in Sports” 1:01:16 Last tips for people trying to break into the sports industry Podcast info: Podcast website: https://smartalecshow.com RSS feed: feed:https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngBH2BfM Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/634MOIW582k2STgC06Rvl9?si=Zr4Fmx2nR6mqaeWNpFCfQQ&dl_branch=1 Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-alec-show/id1577614268 Amazon Music & Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/96993c84-1664-4a67-921d-9b731fbdca99 Connect with Alec on Social: - Linktree to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/smartalec Recorded in November 2020…
Chris Aarons is a digital marketing expert running his own consultancy — Chris Aarons Strategy + Marketing. He’s a lecturer at UT Austin and St. Edward’s University, has an MBA from Pepperdine Business School, and above all is an incredible guy. Uncannily knowledgable on topics ranging from sports, fashion, music, food, cocktails, and almost anything else, Chris is not only a friend of the show but perhaps the most easy-going and cool professor of all time. Connect with Chris: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caarons/ Website: https://www.chrisaarons.com Timestamps real: 0:00 Intro 0:55 Chris’s expertise in Digital Marketing, why he pivoted out of Public Relations and finds Marketing a lot better 4:39 How Chris leveraged influencer marketing in its infancy in the 2000s 7:40 The Evolution of Social Media, “Social Dilemma”, the Kardashians commanding millions of $ per post, is this all good or bad? 9:57 What makes good digital marketing? “The Right brand, doing the right things at the right time, worthy of evangelism” 12:11 What makes a brand worthy of evangelism? Brand loyalty and brand persona implications 17:30 iPhone v android, Apple’s investment into psychology and optimization of the Apple experience 18:40 The most powerful brands that don’t even market their product 19:11 How humans being “narcissistic bastards” plays into marketing? We love ourselves; it’s hard to buy things that don’t resonate with with us Social proof that resonates serves as a mental shortcut to purchase 26:53 Russell Westbrook trying to get a triple-double in a charity game 30:59 Chris meeting Colin Kaepernick Why he started kneeling 36:08 “The simple answer is rarely the best answer” 38:32 Chris’s favorite vodka, admiration for the hard seltzer category’s emergence and marketing in recent years 40:10 NBA 2021 Champion Prediction 42:23 Chris’s advice for those trying to break into digital marketing Podcast info: Podcast website: https://smartalecshow.com RSS feed: feed:https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngBH2BfM Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/634MOIW582k2STgC06Rvl9?si=Zr4Fmx2nR6mqaeWNpFCfQQ&dl_branch=1 Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-alec-show/id1577614268 Amazon Music & Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/96993c84-1664-4a67-921d-9b731fbdca99 Connect with Alec on Social: - Linktree to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/smartalec Recorded in December 2020…
Mayer Estinville is currently a business analyst at AT Kearney, and a former two-time intern with Goldman Sachs, along with having interned with Prudential Financial, NABA, and more. Mayer was born in Haiti before moving to NYC as a kid, where he graduated at Baruch College in Manhattan with his Bachelors of Business Administration. Due to his upbringing in Haiti, he’s passionate about financial literacy and bringing more knowledge of the topic to his community, while providing financial stability to his family, his people, and giving back in more ways. Mayer’s incredibly versed in the topics of finance, business, and methods to live fulfilled and happy via optimism and other mental tactics — but above all, he’s a great friend of mine and someone who inspires me to do better everyday. I share a brief conversation of us in hope he inspires you all too. Connect with Mayer: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayer-estinville-4a7b3b14a/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/kingmayster/ Timestamps: 0:00 intro 1:08 NYC in 2020 4:16 Why Mayer chose finance instead of the medical route like his family, how he got to Goldman Sachs 8:18 How to follow up with professionals after hitting it off 10:52 How Mayer became an NBA fan whilst living in Haiti as a child 11:41 LeBron Inc — how Maverick Carter, Rich Paul, and Paul Wachter have aided LBJ in the safer investments of brand monetization vs traditional risky investments (how Arnold Schwarzennager first did this) 17:05 How important college organizations play in helping one break into an industry 20:45 “Show me your friends I’ll show you your future” — you are the sum of who you hang around 23:09 Growing up in Haiti vs living in NYC 25:51 Mayer’s work with Goldman Sachs 29:15 Why banks are so secretive, even internally 32:00 Alec gets honest about ESPN 38:53 The democratization of financial literacy and info in the digital age, how people and corporate players must keep pace 40:05 What do we need to do to push for more financial literacy? Why Mayer is passionate about financial literacy, and how sees it as the opportunity to provide his other family members with the opportunity to pursue passion by having financial stability 46:13 Why people should really question themselves on what it is they really want to do 47:23 Volatility in the markets in 2020, new trends in investing amidst the digital age 51:55 Be cautious of “investment gurus” 56:16 How Mayer overcame adversity when first stepping into the elite financial sector of Corporate America Ways to overcome imposter syndrome Importance of authenticity to self despite potentially making others initially uncomfortable 1:07:01 Mayer’s one discriminatory encounter with a peer during his internship 1:14:00 Rapid fire segment 1:14:32 long Bitcoin? 1:16:47 NBA GOAT = Wilt Chamberlain? 1:17:04 Pineapple on pizza? 1:17:32 Ronaldinho or Pele the GOAT of futbol? 1:19:00 Mayer’s next steps signing with AT Kearney as a management consultant 1:20:31 Why Mayer switched from banking to consulting Podcast info: Podcast website: https://smartalecshow.com RSS feed: feed:https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngBH2BfM Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/634MOIW582k2STgC06Rvl9?si=Zr4Fmx2nR6mqaeWNpFCfQQ&dl_branch=1 Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-alec-show/id1577614268 Amazon Music & Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/96993c84-1664-4a67-921d-9b731fbdca99 Connect with Alec on Social: - Linktree to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/smartalec Recorded in December 2020…
Deontre Gray is currently a Creative Ad Solutions Manager at Roku Inc. At the time of this recording, he was working with the NBA on ESPN live sports marketing team, where he’d worked in digital + brand marketing at ESPN for nearly 4 years. Deontre is a former student-athlete from The Ohio State University where he studied business and ran track & field. He also interned with the athletic department there through multiple roles and previously worked with IMG College in marketing. Deontre Gray is an entertainment and sports marketing savant and friend of the show. But above all, he’s someone who’s dedicated to giving back to the community and achieving his definition of success by helping others and carving out his own legacy as such. “Success is measured by how many people you bless.” - Tre Connect with Tre: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deontre-gray/ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:55 Running Track & Field at Ohio State, other now-famous athletes he interacted with during that era 4:01 What took Deontre from collegiate student-athlete to working in sports marketing at ESPN 9:55 What Deontre did to make sure he landed an ESPN internship 12:10 How authenticity differentiates you when networking; don’t just be transactional 15:24 What Tre did in first ESPN internship role in Consumer Insights & Corporate Citizenship 23:05 How Deontre secured a full-time ESPN role after his internship; How to ensure you get a full-time return offer from your internship 31:46 Biggest factors when weighing whether working at ESPN vs other companies Tre had offers at 33:53 How NYC was for Tre when he first moved there 37:52 Deontre’s work as a marketer for the NBA on ESPN 45:02 Tre’s proudest project from his time on the NBA on ESPN Marketing team: “More Than Just A Game” campaign amidst the turbulence of summer 2020 49:25 What’s it like working at such a large company (ESPN within the greater Walt Disney Company) in terms of getting things done quickly? 52:19 Tre’s thoughts and perspective on things like imposter syndrome, being the only person of color in a meeting etc. within corporate America, and how to overcome it 56:15 How to leverage being one of the only minorities in a corporate meeting to bring new ideas and your culture’s unique perspectives to what your company is doing 57:46 As a minority, is it an added responsibility to make sure your culture is represented when you’re working within corp. America? Some people view it as a con: You can flip this into a pro: 59:45 Articulate your perspective for those who can’t see from that lens 1:00:16 How NBA will evolve over the next decade — international growth, the future of “One and Done” 1:04:04 Three skills someone needs to wield to succeed in sports marketing 1:05:58 Top 3 NBA players of all time 1:08:44 LeBron Inc book, how GOAT debates are hard due to evolution of modern sports medicine and increased player longevity 1:10:15 Will Luka or Zion have a better career 1:12:29 Who the best rapper in sports is 1:14:02 The Three Biggest Motivators in Tre’s Life 1:15:32 “Success is measured by how many people you bless.” 1:16:09 Overlooked forms of currency that are paramount to life 1:16:39 conclusion Podcast info: Podcast website: https://smartalecshow.com RSS feed: feed:https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngBH2BfM Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/634MOIW582k2STgC06Rvl9?si=Zr4Fmx2nR6mqaeWNpFCfQQ&dl_branch=1 Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-alec-show/id1577614268 Amazon Music & Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/96993c84-1664-4a67-921d-9b731fbdca99 Connect with Alec on Social: - Linktree to all platforms: https://linktr.ee/smartalec Recorded in February 2021…
Xavi Acosta is a Membership Service Executive at Austin FC of Major League Soccer. He’s a current graduate student of Sport Management at UT Austin, where he also graduated at age 19 with his bachelor’s degree in Sport Management. He holds multiple tactical certifications in the soccer/ fútbol operations space from FC Barcelona’s Innovation Hub University as well as Nacsport. Xavi is not only a good friend of the show, but an awesome teammate on the soccer pitch and a great person well on his way to accomplishing his dreams at an early stage in his career and life. TRANSCRIPT/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction 2:34 - How Xavi graduated college at age 19 7:03 - What Xavi learned in sports management studies that help in his role at Austin FC now 10:45 - Austin FC anticipation before 1st season 16:28 - Structure of MLS expansion & operations vs European models of promotion/ relegation, talk on Liga MX & soccer politics 20:25 - Xavi’s favorite soccer teams & coach across MX, Europe, South America 31:37 - Xavi’s recommendations for people trying to break into the sports/ soccer industry 41:15 - How Xavi feels living out his childhood dream of working in pro soccer “There’s a difference between having a goal and having a dream” 44:41 - What is soccer ops and how does one transition into this side of the industry? 49:10 - Impact working within his passion has on his work ethic 52:50 - How Xavi got into the Masters of Science in Sports Management program at UT and what it’s like 58:18 - Who’s the soccer GOAT 1:05:36 - 3 things someone working in sports ops has to have to succeed Recorded Feb. 2021…
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