Stoked Lifestyle

Co-Founder and Creative Director of Milk Group, a culturally conscious company built to enable creative expression and collaboration, Mazdack Rassi couldn’t picture himself fitting into just one box, so he created his own. Since 1998, Milk Group has grown from a photography studio to an international, full-service creative agency, with ten divisions. Tune in to hear his journey. Hope you enjoy. To learn more about Milk Group visit: http://milkgroup.com/ https://www.instagram.com/milk/ https://twitter.com/MilkStudios To learn more about STOKED visit: https://www.stoked.org/ https://www.instagram.com/stokedorg https://stokedlifestyle.co/home    

CEO of Worn, Nicole Corbett is on mission to empower women to lead. Fresh out of college with an International Relations degree from George Washington University, Nicole choose to follow her passion instead of her major. Today, she works with clients including Bumble, PiperWai, Planned Parenthood, and Michelle Obama's Let's Move campaign to produce brave content and launch women to the top of their industries. Tune in to hear her journey. Hope you enjoy. To learn more about Worn visit: http://www.worn.nyc/ https://www.instagram.com/worncreative/ https://www.facebook.com/worncreative/ To Learn more about STOKED visit:https://www.stoked.org/ https://www.instagram.com/stokedorg/ https://stokedlifestyle.co/home

Chicago native, Neal Sales-Griffin is determined to make coding and the tech industry, as a whole, more accessible. Co-founder of The Starter League, one of the first dev bootcamps, way before the “learn to code” boom and current CEO of CodeNow, which teaches underserved high school youth to code, Neal’s story is one of innovation, passion, and problem solving. Hope you enjoy. To learn more about Neal Sales-Griffin visit: https://www.codenow.org/ https://www.instagram.com/nealsales/ https://twitter.com/nealsales To Learn more about STOKED visit:https://www.stoked.org/ https://www.instagram.com/stokedorg/ https://stokedlifestyle.co/home If you enjoyed the show, feel free to leave a rating and review. We would love to hear from you!

Rider first, entrepreneur second, Eric Ferguson had a problem; fixed gear bicycles were nearly impossible to find. You either had to build one from scratch or pay a ton of money. So, him and two high school buddies, created State Bicycle Co. in 2009. Fast forward to the present and State Bicycle Co. is a rider focused, international, industry-leading fixed-gear/single speed brand that does everything from host community races to sponsor professional riders. Tune in to hear his journey. Hope you enjoy.  To learn more about State Bicycle Co. visit: https://www.statebicycle.com/ https://www.instagram.com/statebicycleco/ https://www.facebook.com/StateBicycle/ To Learn more about STOKED visit:https://www.stoked.org/ https://www.instagram.com/stokedorg/ https://stokedlifestyle.co/home If you enjoyed the show, feel free to leave a rating and review. We would love to hear from you!

The Paleo Chef, Mary Shenouda joins us to share how she turned a tremendous challenge into a life-changing advantage. Fed up with more questions than answers, Mary took matters into her own hands to get her health situation back on track. From silicon valley to the kitchens of professional actors and athletes, hear the story of how The Paleo Chef was born. Hope you enjoy. To learn more about Mary visit: http://paleochef.com/ https://www.instagram.com/paleochef/ https://www.facebook.com/ThePaleoChef To Learn more about STOKED visit: https://www.stoked.org/ https://www.instagram.com/stokedorg/ https://stokedlifestyle.co/home If you enjoyed the show, feel free to leave a rating and review. We would love to hear from you!

In this episode we interview Aaron Firestein, the Co-Founder of Bucketfeet. It's a shoe company that collaborates with artists to create one of a kind designs. You'll hear Aaron's story and learn how traveling, being open minded, and going off the beaten path can help you create the company and life of your dreams. This is a super inspiring episode. Hope you enjoy.  To learn more about Aaron & Buckfeet visit:  http://bucketfeet.com https://www.instagram.com/fuegostein/ https://www.instagram.com/bucketfeet/ To Learn more about STOKED visit:  http://stoked.org http://instagram.com/stokedorg  

This show is part of a special series of interviews that I did for our Creative Leader Summit. The online summit interviewed 12 different individuals who are change-makers, entrepreneurs, creatives, executives who spent time talking in-depth about their approach to leadership in their respective fields. In this episode, we talk with my friend Sloane Davidson. She is definitely a change-maker. Sloane is the founder and CEO of Hello Neighbor. It is a new non profit organization that provides mentoring  to recent immigrant families in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In this episode, you'll learn about her journey, how she takes risks, and her vision for changing the world.  Learn more about Hello Neighbor at:  https://www.helloneighbor.io/ Get in touch with STOKED at:  http://stoked.org  

In this episode we recap the first season and the highlights of the past episodes. We also talk about the focus on the 2nd season and the introduction of a new program and workshop designed to put people on the path to the STOKED Lifestyle.  Check us out @stokedorg or www.stoked.org

The Stoked Lifestyle Steve Larosiliere EP 020 Cameron Snaith Extraordinary Life's Work   Steve welcomes long time friend Cameron Snaith. Cameron is the Founder of Giving Opportunities to Others (GOTO) and Bleeker. He is passionate about helping others hone their talents and providing them with opportunities. Listen to his story and to the exciting things he has in store for everyone!   "I was left wondering what people do when they are in a professional situation where their day jobs kind of not make them whole." - Cameron Snaith Providing Opportunities to Excel Cameron started GOTO at the age of 23. He worked with young professionals to send kids in New York City to arts and music summer camps.   Since then, they have made a difference in the lives of hundreds of kids. They have also raised millions of dollars. The GOTO organization is run by volunteers. Success in Developing Talents Cameron learned a lot of things from running GOTO. He carried those lessons with him in Bleeker, a talent development company.

The Stoked Lifestyle Steve Larosiliere EP 019 Frank Scotti Face Your Fear and Give It a Shot   On today's episode, Stoked Steve interviews Frank Scotti of the travel adventure company Nomad Inc. Frank has been in the business for 3 years now. He took passion and successfully created a lifestyle that he once dreamed of. Listen to his story and learn about the exciting things they have at Nomad Inc!   "When you do something that you really are passionate about and you don't need to constantly talk yourself into going to work, that's what is really rewarding." - Frank Scotti Serving Others with Passion Frank and his team specialize in surfing, biking, and skiing trips. They provide custom trips, and build around their client's preferences.   He took the things he loved best and incorporated them in their business. In all trips they provide at Nomad Inc, their clients also get to have professional quality images to remind them of the journey.   From Construction to Travel Adventure Frank used to work in the const

The Stoked Lifestyle Steve Larosiliere EP 018 Jake Howard One Good Thing Leads to Another   Today we hear from passionate writer Jake Howard. Jake once helped in producing a magazine for the kids at Stoked. During that time, he worked as the managing editor for Surfer magazine. Tune in to what he is currently up to and be inspired to chase your dreams as well!     "Find something that you are passionate about, and use the power of positivity to make the world a better place." - Jake Howard Blending Passion with Work Jake has helped launch a number of projects as a writer. He grew up surfing and backpacking, and so desired to work on something that blended with them.   Writing came naturally to him. He graduated with a degree in English, and enjoyed writing stories and poems. Little did he know that he would actually be able to pursue his passion. From Teaching to Writing When he graduated out of college, he decided to teach. Jake shares that he did not even know that writing was a job. He just enjoyed doing i

The Stoked Lifestyle Steve Larosiliere EP 017 Luis Calderin Everyone Needs Help and Community   Today's episode features the story of Luis Calderin. Luis is the Managing Director and of OKAY!! OKAY!! Marketing & Creative. He is presently on the move with young people in their culture. How do you leave an impact and what are some ideas on politics that you should know about? Tune in!   “Just focus on one person and see what happens.” -Luis Calderin From Snowboarding to Marketing at Fox Racing Not soon after his family immigrated to the US from Cuba, Luis developed friendship with some kids in their locality. They introduced him to snowboarding.   His passion in snowboarding eventually led him to a marketing job at Burton Snowboards. Later on he moved to California, and worked as the Lifestyle Marketing Director of Fox Racing. That's when Stoked Steve met him. Bringing Different Worlds Together Having been a Lifestyle Marketer, Luis dealt with the youth and their culture. That involved sports, music, techno

The Stoked Lifestyle Steve Larosiliere EP016: How to Accomplish Any Big Scary Goal with Amy Jones   Is anything hindering you from success? On today’s episode, Stoked Steve interviews Amy Jones. Amy is a progress coach and strategist at Map Your Progress. She has also spent some time with the Stoked Lifestyle. Tune in to her story, and learn how you too can find the courage to live out the opportunities that await you!   “All the things that are in the way are actually lighting the way to where it is that they most want to go.” -Amy Jones Desire to Make a Difference Amy first heard about the Stoked Lifestyle in 2011. She wanted to do more things that mattered. Stoked gave her the opportunity to share what she knew and make a difference with it.   Prior to working with Stoked, she was doing consultations. She’s been through various marketing jobs, and wanted something that would excite her professionally. Finding What Satisfies Earlier in her career, Amy worked at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. T

The Stoked Lifestyle Steve Larosiliere EP 015 Grow, Adapt, and Learn to Make Your Way in the World with Sybil Steele   Stoked Steve welcomes Sybil Steele of Temme Media. She is a talented photographer and director. Steve met her years ago with her legendary filmmaker husband Taylor. What does the stoked lifestyle mean to her? Tune in to her story and be inspired!   “Having gratitude and putting in hardwork, appreciating others, putting aside your ego, coming from the heart, and doing good work for others is the best thing you can have at a life. But, sometimes it takes constant reminders to take good care of yourself as well.” -Sybil Steele City Girl Meets Surfer Boy Sybil grew up moving to different cities in the US and Japan due to her father's job. She graduated from high school in Washington and went to college in San Diego.   At first, she majored in women studies but eventually shifted to interior design. That's the time when she met her husband Taylor. Working Alongside Her Husband When she met Taylor,

The Stoked Lifestyle Steve Larosiliere EP 014 Eric Friedensohn A Pumped-Up Lifestyle   On today’s episode, Stoked Steve interviews artist and graphic designer Eric Friedensohn. Eric served as a volunteer mentor at Stoked. He has his own company named Efdot Studio and also works with the WeWork Art & Graphics Team. Tune in and be inspired by his story!   “Make a life and not a living.” -Eric Friedensohn Into Arts and Skateboarding Eric loves the arts. But a new world opened to him when he eventually found skateboarding. While in senior high school, he took a class on graphic design.   During the same summer, he got his first design job in Manhattan. He later on went to Philadelphia to learn more about his chosen career. College and Career Eric skated all throughout college. He made it through with the help of a scholarship. He would skip lunch and skate at the park.   After graduating from college, he worked for a big corporation. He was a freelancer, but worked full time hours. He left his job after few m

On today’s episode, Stoked Steve welcomes Jian Pablico from Distrikt Movement. Jian is all about movement, youth empowerment as well as community building. Every time he finds something interesting, he pursues it with passion. Tune in to his story! “In order for the young people to thrive, we are creating a community with them and for them.” -Jian Pablico A Community for the Youth and Adults Jian co-owns a yoga and fitness studio called the Distrikt in Vancouver. He and his partner started it with the desire to empower the youth. After some time, they decided to open it also to adults. They eventually found a space to create a community with and for the people they deal with. An Inspiration to Pursue At the young age of 15, Jian moved out of his house and lived on his own. He struggled with the family culture and some other issues. As he became older, he found youth work as a good way to rekindle his childhood. He went to summer camps, which inspired him to work with the young people. Into the Conspiracy Jian

The Stoked Lifestyle Steve Larosiliere EP 012 David Radparvar Deeper Intention to Life   On today’s episode, Stoked Steve interviews David Radparvar from Holstee. Holstee offers tools that can help you live a life with meaning. What steps can you take and how can you pursue it? Tune in!   “Just being is enough. We don’t need the words to define ourselves. Each of us is so much more than labels, and to be caught up on them is a trap.” -David Radparvar A Life with a Purpose David co-founded Holstee with his brother Fabian. They started as a T-shirt company almost 8 years ago. Now, their company has grown with the mission to help live a meaningful life.   In the last 2 years, they have their business on membership. They send inspiring artworks and guides every months. These tools help people reflect on the critical aspects of living life with a purpose. How Holstee was Started David and his brother just quit their jobs when they started the company. David used to work at a creative agency, while Fabian used to w

The Stoked Lifestyle Steve Larosiliere EP 011 Jodi Spangler What's the Worst That Can Happen?   On today’s episode, Stoked Steve interviews Jodi Spangler. Jodi is a medical student and an outdoors enthusiast who has helped create opportunities for others. Tune in to her story and the remarkable journey she is in!   “Instead of finding your one big purpose in life or that one big thing that is going to be on your tombstone, just take the pressure off and follow it.” -Jodi Spangler A Life with More Meaning Jodi used to be a travelling adventure writer. But, she wanted something more meaningful. So, she went and looked for ways to live a more meaningful life.   Her decision led her to other countries including India and Haiti. She helped out in disaster relief operations and in fundraising. She always want to do something with anything that bugs her. The Start of a Mission One of the things she did (and still does) was funding students to nurse school. Through conversations with friends and colleagues, she found

The Stoked Lifestyle Steve Larosiliere EP 010 Jeff Gaites Normal is Not the Goal   On today’s episode, Stoked Steve interviews Jeff Gaites. Jeff is the owner of Uncle Funkys Board Shop in New York City. He had the same dream in life and pursued it with passion. Listen as he shares how he started his business, and survived some economic down times to become the largest and biggest skateboard shop in the city.   “If you start going towards something, the obstacles that are put in your place are never going to be a deal breaker.” -Jeff Gaites Working Day and Night Jobs Jeff is among the first supporters of Stoked. Bobbi Babitz referred him to Stoked Steve in 2005. During that time, he was working for an online real estate business by day and produced events by night.   He also did skate clinics. One day, he and Bobbi (his boss in his day job) talked about skating and surfing. That led him to meeting Steve and supporting his cause. The Innovative Supporter Steve just started with Stoked months before he met Jeff.

The Stoked Lifestyle Steve Larosiliere EP 009 Harper Poe: Be Active, Embrace Diversity, and Keep at It   On today’s episode, Stoked Steve interviews Harper Poe. Harper is the founder of Proud Mary, a global textile company that offers handcrafted accessories and clothing. Tune in as she shares how a habitat and humanity trip in Chile inspired her to start a company. “Just trying different things is how you learn what you like.” -Harper Poe Making a Difference Harper and Stoked Steve have known each other since 2005. Harper served as a mentor in Steve’s first skateboard mentoring program. She currently lives in South Carolina, where she’s busy working for Proud Mary. Her company is set to making a difference by providing jobs for artisans and the marginalized. An Active Community in the City Harper heard about Stoked after a race in Central Park. She has been snowboarding for years, and wanted a community like the one she had in the mountain town she’s from. She’s been active since high school, and Stoked was