Oddly Successful

Recap: Season 1 - There is no Formula. There's Just You.

Recap: Season 1 - There is no Formula. There's Just You.

Episode 10: The Spirit of Play - Roger Osorio (Creator of The School of Reinvention)

From a corporate career to the classroom to his own business, Roger Osorio's journey of reinvention is nothing short of inspiring. How do you go from quitting your job to becoming a math teacher and then entrepreneur? What lessons come from launching businesses, earning two master’s degrees, navigating life changes, and learning to unleash the potential of struggling students? Tune in as Roger shares his path of transformation, the power of dating your interests to develop your passions, and his mission to help others discover their purpose. Whether it’s through his book, podcast, or teaching, Roger offers invaluable insights on embracing change and pursuing reinvention. Roger Osorio Contact Info LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rogerosorio Website: schoolofreinvention.com Author of The Journey to Reinvention and host of The School of Reinvention podcast, Roger also teaches entrepreneurship to educators at the University of Pennsylvania. His latest program helps people date their interests and develop their passions to unlock their full potential. Follow us on IG: @oddlysuccessful

Episode 9: Stepping Into Your Own Shoes - Shannon Johnson (Founder of Godfrey-Johnson Brand Consulting Group)

From navigating the highs and lows of life to building a vibrant career across event production, marketing, and real estate, Shannon Johnson is a testament to resilience and authenticity. How do you maintain a fulfilling life through massive challenges? What does it take to rediscover yourself, stop dimming your light, and embrace who you truly are? Join us as Shannon shares her colorful journey—from the bustling streets of NYC to creating a meaningful life back in Virginia. Hear her insights on balancing career and family, the liberation of self-acceptance, and what it means to be authentically you. Shannon Johnson Contact Info LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shannongj [http://linkedin.com/in/shannongj] Instagram: @therealshannongj Website: thegodfreyjohnsongroup.com [http://thegodfreyjohnsongroup.com] Founder of The Godfrey-Johnson Group, Shannon provides brand marketing consulting and serves as a trusted commercial and residential Realtor. She’s passionate about helping others find success, both in business and in life. Follow us on IG: @oddlysuccessful

Episode 8: You Can Go Your Own Way - Elijah Kennedy (Creative Full Stack Developer)

From a self-taught software developer to an artist and storyteller, Elijah Kennedy believes success is about more than career milestones. Reflecting on the power of small, meaningful acts—like helping a friend, writing something that makes someone feel less alone, or simply picking up a child’s toy—Elijah shares his journey of balancing professional growth with creating positive connections. As a software engineer based in NYC, he’s passionate about the intersection of technology, storytelling, and community, and is always exploring ways to scale kindness and creativity in the world. Tune in and get inspired by Elijah’s unique approach to combining art, coding, and human connection! Elijah's Contact Info LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/eliken [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliken/] Email: elijahclimbs@gmail.com Elijah is currently seeking work as a full-stack software engineer and is interested in projects at the intersection of journalism and storytelling. He’s also developing Peer-Based Review, a platform for high school students to give and receive feedback on their essays. If you’re a teacher, student, or just fascinated by the power of peer learning, he’d love to hear from you. Additionally, Elijah advocates for The Recurse Center, a peer-driven retreat for coders that has been a transformative part of his journey. Want to learn more? Reach out or look it up—he’s always happy to chat about it. Follow us on IG: @oddlysuccessful

Episode 7: Whisky, Pain, and Positioning - Kevin Moun (Director of Product Dev at Unison Games)

From an unhinged nerd to a Director of Product Development at Unison Games, Kevin Moun shares the raw truth of balancing intense passions: from leading game innovation to unleashing primal beats as a death metal drummer. What happens when you find community, learn to slow down, and start valuing process over outcomes? How does the irony of being 'selfish' actually help you live a fuller life? Join us to hear Kevin's journey of marrying the intellectual with the sensual, finding purpose in unlikely places, and redefining success on his own terms. Kevin Moun's Contact Info Instagram: @blastbeatdemon Follow Unison Games: @unisongamesHQ Connect with Kevin to talk about community-driven game development, building meaningful processes, or for insights into balancing creativity and leadership in the gaming world. Follow us on IG: @oddlysuccessful