The Stubborn Optimist

Adaptation and Inspiration in Film w/ Special Guest Rob Fantozzi

Off the back of our wildly successful chat with cinephile, critic and filmmaker Rob Fantozzi, we once again delve into the world of Cinema and TV this time taking an important look into the role of inspiration, and adaptation, how a book or screenplay takes that leap to the silver or small screen and some of the important influences that help shape that particular interpretation. From the creative director to the studios and team on board. Here. We. Go.

2020 A Call to Activism w/ Harrison Clark

2020 has provided its fair share of challenges and unprecedented events which have had and continue to have global ramifications for us all. It is in these trying times however, that we have seen hope, resilience, and key movements take monumental steps towards creating a new societal norm, and long running activism is finally starting to push the envelope with the majority taking notice. As our world society transforms, so to does our media and the programs we consume, representations is no longer an afterthought but instead at the forefront of all major productions, it is championed and rightly so, and we're starting to see representation of all communities across every line. But still, as always, there is always way it could be improved.

The Stubborn Optimists Guide to Grit, Passion and Perseverance w/ Dylan Meyer-O'Brien

Joining me on the show this week once again off the back of our last chat is Entrepreneur, Musician and Business owner and innovator Dylan Meyer- O'Brien, as we delve into the complex nature of Grit, Passion and Perseverance. What is Grit? How do you cultivate it? Nurture it? Can it be taught? Can it be learned? How does ones own belief system, moral code and ethics affect ones ability to believe in oneself and persevere in the face of animosity and trying times? And to what extent does passion act like the human fuel that underpins it all. Supercharge your WILL this week with The Stubborn Optimist  Where there's a WILL there's always a WAY

Method Acting and Social Values/Political Statements in Film w/ Conor Woods

This week I'm joined by my friend and fellow Filmmaker Conor Woods once again! We'll be taking an in depth look into the world of Method Acting, what it is, what it actually means, and some of the more extreme and interesting examples of method acting in modern film. We'll also be analysing method filmmaking in the works of Christopher Nolan and the greater impact these performances and creations can have on our society to better it as a whole, before finally, shifting our attention to the socio-political landscape of film since its inception and the use of film as a messaging service for the masses. From "BlacKkKlansman" to the latest release of "Mulan" and classics such as "Star Wars" and important causes like the #MeToo Movement. Join us this week on our Film Deep Dive

Entrepreneurship and The Attitude of Doing w/ Special Guest Dylan Meyer-O'Brien

This week i'm joined by special Guest, Dylan Meyer-O'Brien. A Singer/Songwriter by trade Dylan found himself wanting to find a way to dedicate more time to his music, and in the process created a number of independent businesses that have since taken on a life of their own. Not one to ever be content with whinging, Dylan is a go getter, a creator, inventor and automator. Dylan has forged his own path and redefined the understanding of dedication to his craft and his life, with fingers in multiple pies and the enviable skill of intellect and passion, he has founded Instagram Growth business Ugro.me as well as Life business "Prepared.ly" To find out more about Dylan's work, music and passions head to https://dylanmeyer.com/