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Sept. 30, 2024

Are We Alone?: A Conversation about UFO's, Aliens, Big Foot and More!…

In this episode, Sam Dever talks with actor and artist Julian Lucas. In their conversation, the two discuss Julian's experience at Burning Man, his background, the beginning of Julian's UFO experiences, the UFO sighting that ...

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Sept. 23, 2024

Finding Your "Garage Band" - The Power of Independent Filmmaking - Ep…

In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with writer and director, Blake Tamarkin. In their conversation, Sam and Blake discuss Blake's film "Third Wheel" including it's backstory and the future of it's distribution, how Blake got i...

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Sept. 16, 2024

Why This Actress Left Corporate America: A Story of Hard Work & Hones…

In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with actress, acting teacher and student of life, Gar-Ye Lee. In their conversation, Gar-Ye and Sam Discuss Gar's background, the Playhouse West Film Festival, they call their former acting t...

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Sept. 9, 2024

Hitting The Big Screen as Rob Donahue in "Founder's Day" - Episode #1…

In this episode, Sam Dever talks with actor and filmmaker, Tyler James White. In their conversation, the two discuss Tyler's acting role as Rob Donahue in the movie "Founders Day" and what he learned, Tyler's new film proje...

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Sept. 2, 2024

The Future of Hollywood: How To Make it in The Acting Business in 202…

In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with master acting teacher and private coach, Holly Gagnier. In their conversation, the two discuss Holly's background growing up in Los Angeles, her early work as a dancer and commercial act...

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Aug. 26, 2024

The Power of Taking Risks: Living Life with No Regrets - Episode #102…

In this episode, Sam Dever talks with actor, Vinn Sander. In their conversation, Sam and Vinn discuss the the power of taking risks, living life with no regrets, Vinn's show "Cold Talk" and how cold plunges have changed his l...

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Aug. 19, 2024

From Las Vegas Nightlife To Book Author: The Story of Big Head Bob - …

In this episode, Sam Dever travels to Las Vegas and talks to David Bradley. David is the author and creator of Big Head Bob. In their conversation, Sam and David discuss how is character Big Head Bob came about and …

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Aug. 12, 2024

The Courage To Be Uncomfortable: Why Growth is Important - Episode #1…

In Episode #100, Sam Dever travels to Las Vegas and talks with KC Christon and Kwane Vedrene.KC is a director, writer, producer, actor and children's book author. Kwane is an actor. In their conversation, they discuss the fil...

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Aug. 5, 2024

Making The Bold Choice to Live Life as an Artist - Episode #99 - Gray…

In this episode, Sam Dever talks with music artist and actor, Grayson Low.This is Grayson's 3rd appearance on the podcast. In their conversation, Sam and Grayson discuss Grayson's new music including the recent music video re...

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July 29, 2024

Follow Your Curiosity: Stories From an Energetic Somatic Body Worker …

In this episode, Sam Dever talks with Briana Spencer. Briana is an energetic somatic body worker in Los Angeles. In their conversation, the two discuss Briana's upbringing in Los Angeles, What it was like being in foster care...

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July 22, 2024

Life After Stroke: A Survivor's Story of Overcoming The Odds - Episod…

Subscribe To The Sam Dever Podcast at: https://www.youtube.com/@thesamdeverpodcast In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with Kristen Aguirre. Kristen is an Emmy nominated journalist, a keynote speaker and a disability advocate. ...

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July 15, 2024

The Future of Fashion: What They Don't Want You To Know About Your Cl…

In this episode, Sam Dever talks with Fashion Designer, Don Kaka. In their conversation, Sam and Don discuss how Don got into Fashion, the future of fashion, the harmful plastics that are in our clothes, the environment, Do...

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July 8, 2024

A Deep Discussion of Art, Humanity, Consciousness and Spirituality - …

In this episode, Sam Dever talks with actor, singer and writer Patrick Hilgart. In their conversation, the two talk about Patrick's background and how he came to Los Angeles, the experience of being human, creativity, the art...

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July 1, 2024

The Life of an Artist: Tales From a Scorpio Moon - Episode #94 - Anei…

In this episode, Sam Dever talks to singer, actor and writer, Aneiszka. In their conversation, Sam and Aneiszka talk about her new EP "Scorpio Moon", Aneiszka's background, life as an artist, how social media and technology...

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June 24, 2024

How This Tech Entrepreneur Seized a MONSTER Opportunity with A.I. - E…

In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with Entrepreneur and Author, Rohan Hall. In their conversation, Sam and Rohan discuss Rohan's background in tech, the rise of artificial intelligence, how Rohan came up with his idea for his...

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June 17, 2024

The Power of Belief: How Hollywood Publicist Manifested Success - Epi…

In this episode, Sam Dever talks Princess Va'Shion. Princess is a celebrity hair and makeup artist, an event creator, director, publicist and manager. In their conversation, Sam and Princess discuss her background, growing up...

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June 10, 2024

Manifesting Your Destiny and The Art of Acting - Episode #91 - Kathle…

In this episode, Sam Dever talks with actor, filmmaker, acting teacher and coach, Kathleen Randazzo. In their conversation, Sam and Kathleen discuss a variety of topics including Kathleen's background, moving to Los Angeles,...

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June 3, 2024

Unlocking The Power of Discipline: How This Marine Became an Actor - …

In this episode, Sam Dever talks with actor Samuel Selman. In their conversation, the two discuss Samuel's background, acting, Samuel's time spent in the Marine Corps, the power of discipline, overcoming challenges and much...

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May 27, 2024

Breaking The Hollywood Mold: The Life Story of an Adult Film Star - E…

In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with adult film star, Tommy Gunn. In their conversation, the two discuss Tommy's background, becoming a male dancer, a severe injury he experienced, how he got into the adult film industry,...

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May 20, 2024

Creating Impact: Why This Former Buddhist Monk Left The Monastery - E…

In this episode, Sam Dever talks with spirit guide, peace strategist and a former buddhist monk, Seth Infinity Monk. In their conversation, Sam and Seth discuss several topics including the recent solar eclipse, Seth's backg...

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May 13, 2024

How This Doctor is Helping Patients with Foot Drop - Episode #87 - Mi…

In this episode, Sam Dever talks with Mitch Seruya, M.D.. Dr. Seruya is an Associate Professor of Surgery, Neurosurgery and Orthopedics at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. He is also Director of The Los Angeles Nerve Institute a...

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May 6, 2024

Empathy in Action: How Compassion Can Change The World - Episode #86 …

In this episode, Sam Dever talks with Dr. Natalie Petouhoff. Dr. Natalie Petouhoff is one of the world’s leading experts in customer and employee experience, authoring the Wall Street Journal best-selling book Empathy in Ac...

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April 29, 2024

The Evolution of Technology and The Future of A.I. - Episode #85 - Mi…

In Episode #85 of The Sam Dever Podcast, Sam Dever speaks with Michael J. Masucci. Michael J. Masucci is an award-winning artist, musician, producer, curator and arts advocate. As a founding member of EZTV, a 45-year old me...

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April 22, 2024

Life After Los Angeles: An Artist's Story of Finding His True Self - …

In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with actor, filmmaker and painter, Charlie Statires. In their conversation, Sam and Charlie discuss a variety of topics including Charlie's recent film he wrote and directed called "Lobster T...

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