A New Year! (Which I’m a little late to) But, hope you all are having a good start to 2024. My gift to you all is a new episode, and this is a special one! I interviewed 3 people. Jaheim, Bakari, and Kai. All members of a 7-on-7 football team here in Philly. …And you might be wondering why I chose to do this As you’ll hear in this episode, this foo…

Before the year was over I wanted to squeeze in one more episode, and I’m really happy with who I was able to get! My guest today is someone whose work I only recently discovered a few years ago, but he’s been honing his craft for many many years before that. My guest today is Christof Laputka, the creator of The Leviathan Chronicles. A story that …

One of the best feelings (in my opinion) is to have a great conversation. An interaction with someone that’s enriching and meaningful. Sometimes you talk to people that just….inspire you. The podcast today is me having that conversation. With one of my favorite contemporary artists. Long time listeners of the show you will know that I actually inte…

The world of non-profits is an interesting one, a fact that I actually didn’t know until recently. The title of non-profit comes with a complicated legacy that intertwines with the checkered past of America. But the reassurance I have in the non-profit space comes from founders and organizers like my guest today, Ron Toles. The founder of the Phila…

Creators come in all different shapes and sizes. Some are just getting their feet wet in their chosen field, others are deeply immersed - continuing decades of work in a single discipline. My guest today is someone who’s a bit of an outlier, who has had a foot or hand in several different artistic areas over the years. My guest this week is Spikima…

Interviews are back! No more solo shows…At least not for a while. This week we have on Matthew Crawford, or Tekking101 if you follow his YouTube channel. As a veteran of YouTube, Matt has seen A LOT! We talked about his humble beginnings as a creator, what it’s been like to be a full-time content creator, and overall what his “job” means to him. It…

Episode 66! And it’s a solo show! (Revolutionary I know) I took a short hiatus, and before we dive back into more guest-driven episodes, I wanted to chat for a little bit. About what I’ve been up to since episode 65, how my summer went, and plans for the future. Hope you enjoy this quick little update! OnlyLightBrand: https://www.onlylightbrand.com…

It's not every day you get to sit down with someone on the Forbes 30 under 30 list; but it just so happens that I was lucky enough to do so for this episode! And not just any member, but a hometown hero from right here in Philadelphia! If you’re a creative individual in Philly my guest today should need no introduction...Will Toms of REC Philly. Wi…

It’s been a while since I had a guest I was this excited to interview... And don’t get me wrong, I’m always excited to interview my guests! But this podcast is different because it’s been about 5 years in the making…Crazy! My guest this episode is Kia Orion. Digital nomad, entrepreneur and most importantly musician! Kia has served as a motivation o…

My guest today isn’t a creator in the normal way you might think. They don’t take photos or paint pictures (they did model for a little bit but that’s a different story for another time). Rather they help others to create better lives for themselves. They use the art of psychology, holistic healing, and mindfulness to guide others to a better state…

I told you all I wasn’t going to take another hiatus. I mean it’s only the second episode of this year but small wins right!? But this episode isn’t about me, for Episode 62 I interviewed someone a lot more interesting. My friend Beti! Or better know by her online brand “Beat By Beti”. And what I love about this interview is Beti’s honesty about he…

MugenCast in 2022!? Yes! It’s the return of your favorite creative podcast! Niayla Murray is a multi-faceted person (to put it mildly). Currently enrolled in law school, she’s found a way to balance her school and professional responsibilities, with a social media presence. And in this episode we dive into how/why she got into this creative mindset…

A short hiatus but we’re back this week! And on this week’s show, we talk about COMPLACENCY! It’s something that has been on my list of topics for a while, so why not tackle it! We all find ourselves in a place like this, but how do you get out of it? And even more important, how do you prevent relapsing back into it? Enjoy the show! CONNECT WITH M…

This is one for the OGs….If you’ve been around since the beginning you’ll know one of my first episodes was with two of my friends: John and Elly. That was almost 3 years ago now. And so much has changed... On this episode we catch up with Elly Tran: Singer, songwriter, model (just a very multifaceted artist). To fulfill her dreams, at 19, she went…

You know this episode takes me back to the earlier days of MugenCast. Just a really relaxed, somewhat random conversation with a great guest... From cats fighting in the background to brussel sprouts almost burning to a ton of technical difficulties this was a really fun conversation. But as fun and playful as it it was, my guest this time around p…

Could you imagine moving to another state with the singular goal of chasing a creative passion? Well my guest today is someone who did! Mike Gray is an actor, photographer, and all around creative. And on this episode he sat down to discuss how he fell in love with his craft, the ups and downs of chasing a passion like acting, and how he discovered…

So, 2020 is just about over...finally! And I wanted to sit down and wrap-up my year with you all. What I’ve gone through this year (good and bad), and what’s coming in 2021… Enjoy! CONNECT WITH ME: https://www.instagram.com/mugencast/ https://www.instagram.com/forever.mugen/ Music: Monty Datta - Silver Swan Monty Datta - What Happened To The Flower…

The journey to one’s passion is often a long and winding road... And the story of Leigh Ellis (The Starters/No Dunks podcast) is the epitome of that idea. Now in his 40’s Leigh has carved out a respectable career as a sports media personality and analyst. But the story he tells in this episode predominantly occurs years before that success... In th…

The wait is over, the hiatus is over, Episode 54 is here! I’m not going to spoil anything in description, just sit back, relax and listen… Jason’s links! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxsrQBgJQh3Sw-r659wXYIg https://www.instagram.com/stockezy/?hl=en Music! Monty Datta - What happened to the flowers Monty Datta - Am I really living Rain - Prod. b…

It has been a whileee! Too long in fact. And in this quick episode, I hope to update you all on what's been going on with me, and why no new episodes have come out! And most importantly, how I hope to change that in the future... Music: Saiko - Off The Record Connect with ME: https://www.instagram.com/forever.mugen/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/…

Episode 53 is here! I’ve wanted to get this to you all for a while now and it took a littleeee long but trust me it’s worth the wait! My guest today is Gajan Balan. An INCREDIBLE creative mind, and someone who I can legitimately say I look up to.... I came across his work about 6 months ago and I’ve been a fan since. In this episode, I get to sit d…

Episode 2! Of 'Casual Conversations'. And I know what you’re thinking..."but isn’t this an interview?". Well yes, and no. My guest today is Josh Wool: a California-based photographer that is so down to earth and easy to talk to...I can’t even call this an interview! We just talked, about life, photography, and current events in the world. Sit back,…

A new series has appeared! Kinda... So this episode came about from me wanting to do a podcast with my homie, John Obassy. But it's not "classical' interview, so what do I do? Create a new type of podcast of course! Casual Conversation will be the podcasts I do with my homies, more informal and we'll just shoot the breeze. But anyway, in this episo…

"Creativity is more than just making something beautiful...it requires a rigid morality to create something real"... I just made that quote up. But! That isn't a standard that everybody can uphold, however, my guest on this week's episode does it dutifully. And I wanted to sit down with him to learn about how he's kept this morality and genuine cre…

On this episode of MugenCast I sit down with the CEO and Founder of BeachEatz: Bianca Picardo! She created and currently runs the company that brings the best food right to your beach chair. But this podcast goes into more than just the business side of Bianca’s life. We discuss the emotional side of running business and so many of the other things…

The 50th episode of MugenCast!!!! I'm so happy to have made it to this milestone. This podcast has been a place for me to discuss what's on my mind, connect with other like-minded individuals, and hopefully provide you all with some creatively stimulating audio! So with that in mind, we come to this episode. And this time we'll just be taking a wal…

On this episode we discuss validation. We all look for it in one way or another, but how does it effect our creativity? That's the question I'll answer today. But on today's episode we also have a dope creator (Jason Roman)! And make sure to listen to the end for a HUGE announcement... Enjoy the show! Make sure to give this one a FIVE STAR RATING! …

Chilllll episode this week ladies and gents. I discuss a few things going on for me in the past few weeks, as well as some new business ideas I want to put into motion. And I touch on my opinions about how creators can help out during Covid-19 Enjoy the show! Make sure to give this one a FIVE STAR RATING! Connect With ME!: https://www.forevermugen.…

The first episode of MugenCast that has video!!! Check out my YouTube if you want some visual with your audio. In this episode we're talking about struggles ANY creative can face, in this case, Will Harris. I came across Will's story on the Joe Rogan podcast (linked below). He told a great story about struggle and overcoming tough times while also …

Welcome to another episode of MugenCast! And this week, just like last week, we're doing something a little different. We're doing the Creative Discussion segment with a twist! This time it's more of a life improvement, and I'll be breaking down a great life principle I recently learned that will (hopefully) help you all become more prolific creati…

Quarantine podcast number 2! I did something different this episode, a little behind the scenes on what I've been up to. With all the social distancing and staying indoors I've been doing I had to find ways to improve myself and keep SANE! (I hope you guys have been doing something similar) So no real structure to this one, I'll just be rambling on…

COMING LIVE FROM THE QUARANTINE! Super late episode this week but it's here. On this episode we have all the favorites: Dope Creator, Creative discussion, Food For Thought, etc. I discuss how emotions can manipulate the creations you make. Considering the situation we're in right now I think this episode may be helpful. Keep your spirits high! Enjo…

A very special episode of MugenCast this week folks. We have an awesome guest: Eric Adjeida. Eric and I have been trying to do a podcast for a while now, and we finally got it done! I don’t want to spoil ANYTHING. But in this episode we talk about a ton of things. Life. Death. Conviction. And the passage of time... Enjoy the show! Follow me on Inst…

A very special episode of MugenCast this week folks. We have an awesome guest: Eric Adjeida. Eric and I have been trying to do a podcast for a while now, and we finally got it done! I don’t want to spoil ANYTHING. But in this episode we talk about a ton of things. Life. Death. Conviction. And the passage of time... Enjoy the show! Follow me on Inst…

The law of attraction states: the attractive, magnetic power of the Universe that draws similar energies together. It manifests through the power of creation, everywhere and in many ways. This law attracts thoughts, ideas, people, situations and circumstances. How can you make this work for you? This episode stems from a conversation with my sister…

What is creativity? How can we define it? On this week’s episode of MugenCast we try to construct a definition for it. And on the way we’ll find out what truly makes someone a creator! In addition to that, we’ll also discuss a little bit more of Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman and highlight a new Dope Creator. And make sure to stay tuned until the end fo…

"The physical embodiment of self-reflection is looking in the mirror..." Nice quote right? Well that's a small piece of the wisdom that you'll find in this episode! This one is all about self reflection, and how it's been a game changer for me (and it can do the same for you too!). On the lighter side of things, I also discuss a new fantasy novel I…

Every creative worth their weight in hashtags knows that rest is necessary, but how many of them know the point where that rest turns detrimental? On this week's episode of MugenCast the discussion shifts to how to best utilize time away from work, but still be productive. (Tons of real world stories from yours truly in this one) I hope the combina…

Sometimes bouncing back from tough times is what separates success from failure. And that's what we'll discuss today, how to pick yourself back up from the small missteps we all have on our way to our goals. Also some Food For Thought and a brand-new Dope Creator for you all to check out! Enjoy the show!! Follow me on Instagram! @Mugen.ig Follow me…

What makes brands successful? How do the brands like Apple, Lyft, TOMS, Etc connect with their audience so well? The answer is infrastructure. Building a movement as a creative or a non-creative begins with a strong foundation of core values that can be built upon. In this episode I’ll discuss a few of the things I learned about infrastructure thro…

Is time against us or is it on our side? The answer is whatever you make it to be. Whether you decide to passively let your day pass you by, or aggressively grab it by the horns, is completely up to you. But there's a balance to be found in between these two extremes. It's time to take control of the hourglass... Enjoy the show! Follow me on Instag…

This episode has been in the making for a while, and by that I mean I was supposed to release this episode last week!!! Procrastination is the enemy my friends. Anyway, enjoy Ep. 35! It’s full of interesting tips I’ve learned over the past few weeks. This can be considered the pilot episode for my book review segment. Subsequent segments will be a …

Hello all! Can someone say 'two weeks in a row?!'...Okay nobody? Maybe I'm getting a little too hype about small victories. But it feels good to stay true to what I said last week. But on to the current episode. This week, we're talking JAPAN. A country and culture that has had a huge impact on my content and brand. How you ask? Well give the episo…

What can I say?....It's been a while. There's a whole lot to talk about, and in this episode I do my best to condense it into 30 minutes! I stepped away from creating for a TON of different reasons, and after a month of being away I'm finally returning to it. I hope this episode serves as an explanation for what's been hindering me, and how I'm try…

On this week's episode Dimetri discuss the keys to making a hobby into a full time job/lifestyle. He uses his own experience recently, as well as the experiences he had years ago when he started MUGEN. A great episode for those of you stuck in between tWo things (a practical job and chasing a passion). Enjoy the show! Follow me on Instagram! @Mugen…

The mini-hiatus is over! I fell off with the podcasts but we BACK. Short and sweet episode this time around and I'm discussing social maintenance. Chasing what we want, and giving it our full attention is all well and good...But! You have to nurture your meaningful relationships as well. I hope this one helps out all my tunnel visioned listeners be…

The codes most difficult to crack are often times the ones that involve ourselves. I hope this episode gives you more of an appreciation for introspection, honesty, and grit... Enjoy the show! P.S. Lotta music this episode! Provided by the one and only Eric GodLow Beats! Tracks include 'Bitter', 'Next Level', and 'I Miss You'. Check him out! https:…

I apologize for the late episode! The week has been...well...busy! However, the show must go on! On this week's episode I discuss the struggles most successful individuals go through, as well as, the importance of not being fazed by the comments of those around you. Enjoy the show! P.S. Lotta music this episode! Provided by the one and only Eric Go…

On this week's episode we talk about a creative barrier impeding the process of many...THE OPINIONS OF OTHERS! How many times do we get persuaded to not do something because of the views of another person? The answer is too many times! Listen in as I discuss how I've struggled with this problem, and how I try to overcome it... Enjoy the show! Leave…

A new week means a new MugenCast episode...And here it is! On this episode I discuss the highs and lows of chasing a goal, and how often times we can only truly appreciate the struggle after it's over... Enjoy the show! Leave comments/ratings below! P.S. Lotta music this episode! Provided by the one and only Eric GodLow Beats! Tracks include 'Bitte…