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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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April 15, 2024

From Baltimore to The City of Angels: The Story of an Ambitious Mogul…

In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with Omar Scott of Ambitious Moguls and AM Wellness. In their conversation, Sam and Omar discuss his career in Federal Government, growing up in Baltimore, how he created Ambitious Moguls, ...

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March 21, 2024

Making LA "The Podcast Capital of World" with Great Pods - Episode #8…

In this episode, Sam talks with Imran Ahmed aka "Captain Ron" who is the Founder of Great Pods. "Great Pods is a platform that aggregates Critic reviews and ratings to help you find your first or next podcast listen. The …

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Feb. 20, 2024

From Theme Parks to Business Owner: Former Disney Star Reveals All - …

In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with actress and artist Brittnee Garza. In this conversation, Sam and Brittnee discuss a variety of topics including Brittnee's upbringing in Seattle and journey to Los Angeles, working at D...

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Jan. 22, 2024

Rebirth of An Artist: Motivation and Inspiration for 2024 - Episode #…

In this episode, Sam Dever speaks with actor, director and producer, Kenny Yates. This is Kenny's second appearance on the podcast. In this conversation, Sam and Kenny discuss a variety of topics including Kenny's recent ...

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Dec. 31, 2023

"New Books and The Art of Surviving as an Artist" - The Sam Dever Pod…

In this episode, I speak with author, poet and actor, Khalilah Yasmin. This is Khalilah's second appearance on the podcast. In our conversation, Khalilah and I discuss a variety of topics including her latest books "Redwo...

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Dec. 11, 2023

"The Search For Truth and Meaning in Today's World" - The Sam Dever P…

This is Nick's second appearance on the podcast. In our conversation, we discuss a wide range of topics from Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Integrity, the current state of society, the meaning behind dreams, trying to find truth in...

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Nov. 27, 2023

"A Teacher's Journey Beyond Public School" - The Sam Dever Podcast - …

In this episode, I speak with Josh Pickel. Josh is the Founder and Director of The Canton Learning Collaborative based in Canton, IL. Canton, IL is my hometown and where Josh and I grew up together. In our conversation, J...

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Nov. 17, 2023

"Living Out Your Destiny and Pursuing Purpose" - The Sam Dever Podcas…

In this episode, I speak with Brian Maierhofer. This is Brian's second appearance on the podcast. In our conversation Brian and I discuss several topics including his trip to El Camino de Santiago, modern masculinity, psy...

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Nov. 4, 2023

The Sam Dever Podcast - Episode #75 - Eric Sarich

In this episode, I speak with Eric Sarich. Eric is a director, filmmaker, audio engineer, actor, musician and writer. Eric is the one who runs the film, audio and edits this podcast so to have him on as a guest …

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Oct. 25, 2023

The Sam Dever Podcast - Episode #74 - Anthony Casabianca

In this episode, I speak with actor Anthony Casabianca. In our conversation, Anthony and I discuss Las Vegas, his college days in Santa Barbara, Anthony's acting journey in Los Angeles, is starring role in the feature film "T...

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Oct. 15, 2023

The Sam Dever Podcast - Episode #73 - Joel Cocciolone

In this episode, I speak with Joel Cocciolone. This is Joel's second appearance on the podcast. In our conversation, Joel and I speak on a variety of topics including the ups and downs of capitalism, technology, human tra...

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Oct. 3, 2023

The Sam Dever Podcast - Episode #72 - Dan Litz

In this episode, I speak with Los Angeles based actor, Dan Litz. In our conversation, Dan and I discuss a variety of topics including acting, his move to Los Angeles, overcoming past traumas, fitness, staying focused in a w...

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Sept. 22, 2023

The Sam Dever Podcast - Episode #71 - Wolf Bodison

In this episode, I speak with actor, director, writer and Artistic Director and teacher at Playhouse West, Wolf Bodison. This is Wolf's second appearance on the podcast. In our conversation, Wolf and I discuss the future ...

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Sept. 16, 2023

The Sam Dever Podcast - Episode #70 - Daniel John Silva

In this episode, I speak with Daniel John Silva. This is Daniel's second appearance on the podcast. In our conversation, we discuss Daniel living in Spain, his return to Los Angeles, Daniel's acting career, self-improvement a...

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Sept. 1, 2023

The Sam Dever Podcast - Episode #68 - Tom Christopoulos

In this episode, I speak with my good friend Tom Christopoulos. This is Tom's second appearance on the podcast and in our conversation we dive deep into religion, Tom's faith and much more! Follow Tom's Instagram Account: htt...

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Aug. 11, 2023

The Sam Dever Podcast - Episode #67 - Tahirah Nyanin

In this episode, I speak with Tahirah Nyanin. In our conversation, Tahirah and I talk about living in Los Angeles, acting, Tahirah becoming a DJ, travel and much more!

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July 29, 2023

The Sam Dever Podcast - Episode #66 - Karl Schreyer

In this episode, I speak with actor and filmmaker, Karl Schreyer. In our conversation, Karl and I discuss his upbringing in Southern California, Karl's path into acting, making his first feature film, life philosophies and mu...

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