Synopsis
Passion In Progress is a podcast for people looking to learn about different professions and how masters in that craft are passionate about their work. The Podcast is hosted by Javier Mercedes, a professional video editor who found himself curious about all the different subjects he has made videos about over the years. If you are curious to hear people talk about what they are passionate about you are in the right place.
Episodes
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PIP 068: Produce Online Content That Generates Liveable Revenues - Chris Michael Harris
13/09/2019 Duration: 01h11minChris Michael Harris is a serial entrepreneur, business & performance coach, keynote speaker, online expert and host of the Entrepreneur Hour podcast and Entrepreneur Hour TV. https://www.javiermercedes.com Chris's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/2kfkXv0 Website: https://chrismichaelharris.com Social: @heycmh Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/javiermercedes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JavierMercedesx Twitter: https://twitter.com/JavierMercedesx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JavierMercedesx
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PIP 067: Driving Traffic to Your Website and Raising Brand Awareness With Memes - Social Media Strategy
04/09/2019 Duration: 01h46sEdward was the Social Media Manager at theCHIVE, Rooster Teeth, and now is a social media strategist at a marketing agency called Envision Creative. He also runs his own popular meme account called spcybois. In this episode we talk about running social accounts for major internet brands and what that looks like, as well as the art of a creating a good meme and what it does for your brand. If you enjoy the show all I ask is that you share it with someone whether it be in casual conversation or through social media, you can tag me @javiermercedesx Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes www.javiermercedes.com for more info
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PIP 066: Does Living A Healthy Life Translate to a Better Business? - Thrive On Life Founder CJ Finley
28/08/2019 Duration: 58minYou look good, You feel good. You feel good, You play good. You play good, THEY PAY good. CJ Finley is the founder of Thrive On Life and is a fitness entrepreneur helping mission based people/brands/businesses THRIVE by helping grow their businesses. https://www.instagram.com/thriveonlife/ https://www.instagram.com/javiermercedesx/ Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes https://www.javiermercedes.com
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PIP 065: Building A Digital Augmented World on Real Life - SuperWorld Co-Founder Hrish Lotlikar
21/08/2019 Duration: 01h10minHrish Lotlikar’s background spans technology & entertainment, venture capital, investment banking and management consulting. He is a co-founder of SuperWorld, an augmented reality platform on the blockchain. He also is a co-founder of The Rogue Initiative, a film, TV, virtual reality and gaming production studio. Check out the SuperWorld App Hrish Lotlikar @javiermercedesx Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes https://www.javiermercedes.com
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PIP 064: Grow Your Brand with Networking and Content w/ Host of The Fire Show Moby
14/08/2019 Duration: 49minMoby is a Tech PM at DELL, but his passion is helping early-stage founders and creatives to build businesses through The Fire Show, pitch coaching, monthly events, and videos. An immigrant to the US at the age of 19, he was waiting for his green card so he can monetize what he's done for free in the past -- including interviewing Austin's Mayor, live-streaming for Entrepreneur Network, and helping companies win startup pitch competitions (he has $800,000 under his belt). Socials: @notthatmoby @javiermercedesx Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes https://www.javiermercedes.com
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PIP 063: Creating a 1 on 1 Basketball Movement Through Story - Verse 1 Federation
31/07/2019 Duration: 34minVerse 1 Federation is a YouTube Channel featuring a whole league of people playing 1 on 1 basketball against each other in a power ranking system looking to be the best in the world. It has caught the attention of many and is about to hit 100k subscribers at the time of releasing this podcast. In this episode we talk to the creator behind it all, "Big Brother", and why he thinks his channel has the success that it does. https://www.youtube.com/user/verseOneFederation Socials: @official_verseonefederation @javiermercedesx Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes https://www.javiermercedes.com
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PIP 062: Developing Virtual Reality - Founder of Viewer Ready JJ Castillo
24/07/2019 Duration: 55minStarting a career in filmmaking and broadcast production, JJ Castillo has taking his creative talents to the world of XR, VR, and AR. He is the Founder and CEO of Viewer Ready, a game developing company based out of Austin that makes immersive experiences for clients as well as XR/VR/AR games for VR headsets. Socials: @JJCastilloVR @javiermercedesx Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes https://www.javiermercedes.com
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PIP 061: Live A Great Story Founder Zach Horvath
17/07/2019 Duration: 01h02minZach Horvath is the founder of Live A Great Story, a life style brand focused on building a community of inspiration. His company was formed to inspire people on their personal journey to live their best life. https://www.liveagreatstory.com @liveagreatstory @javiermercedesx My Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/javiers-store Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes https://www.javiermercedes.com
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PIP 060: Vlogging for Equality and Starting a Hat Company - Adrian Ritchie
10/07/2019 Duration: 53minAdrian Ritchie used to play professional basketball and has transitioned to the corporate world. She is a storyteller who vlogs her life with her wife in Denver, CO. She is also the founder of clothing brand Still Company. Adrian's Hat Company: https://www.wearestillcompany.com/ Socials: @Adrianmritchie @javiermercedesx My Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/javiers-store Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes https://www.javiermercedes.com
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PIP 059: SmallAdvantages (Gavin Roy) - Making a YouTube Career Out of Teaching English to Brazilians
02/07/2019 Duration: 50minAmassing 1.5 million subscribers at the time of this recording, Gavin Roy has built a YouTube Career teaching english to those who speak Brazilian Portuguese on his channel called SmallAdvantages. He has also took it upon himself to teach english to those who speak Czech on a second channel called TadyGavin with over 140k subscribers. If there is somebody who knows a thing or two about learning a new language efficiently, it's Gavin. We dive deep into his process and learn from his journey so far about how he has acquired the skills he has today. If you find value in this episode I ask that you please share it with someone. Gavin Roy - @SmallAdvantages https://www.youtube.com/smalladvantages https://www.youtube.com/tadygavin Javier Mercedes - @JavierMercedesX https://www.youtube.com/javiermercedes My Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/javiers-store Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes https://www.javiermercedes.com
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PIP 058: What Leads to Your Success or Your Mediocrity
26/06/2019 Duration: 05minA short compilation of inspiring quotes from guests I've had on the show over the past year. My Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/javiers-store Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes https://www.javiermercedes.com
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PIP 057: Pioneering The Flash Charity Campaign Model - Chive Charities
19/06/2019 Duration: 37minChive Charities is committed to championing the underdogs. Targeting three specific causes: rare medical diagnoses, first responders & veterans, and special education initiatives, Chive Charities spreads awareness through sharing the personal stories of grit, courage, and never giving up. They have changed the giving paradigm. As opposed to using the cause to raise awareness on behalf of the recipient, they encourage the recipient to let their story raise awareness for their cause. Donors are connected to the entire story from beginning to end - Chive Charities watch their recipients go out into the world to do incredible things, and they are right are right beside them. More info: https://chivecharities.org/ In this episode we talk to the executive director of Chive Charities, Brian Mercedes. --------- Don't forget to leave me a review and share out the episode! tag me @javiermercedesx on social My Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/javiers-store Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.c
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PIP 056: Photographing President Obama to One Direction with Photographer Alex Mateo
12/06/2019 Duration: 17minAlex Mateo's career has let him photograph President Obama, 3 Superbowls, 2 World Series, 4 NBA Finals, and thousands of concerts and celebrities. He is successful freelance event photographer that was kind enough to sit down and share his experiences with me from over the years. You can learn photography tips and how to break into the industry. @shotsbymateo @javiermercedesx My Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/javiers-store Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes https://www.javiermercedes.com
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PIP 055: Explore The World Of Barbecue with Yoni Levin
05/06/2019 Duration: 01h06minYoni Levin is the host of the Best Barbecue Show Podcast. Learn about the community, process, pit masters, and meat behind BBQ in this amazing conversation. @bestbarbecue @javiermercedesx My Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/javiers-store Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes https://www.javiermercedes.com
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PIP 054: Learn What It's Like To Run A Restaurant - Kostas Lazanas
29/05/2019 Duration: 46minKostas is the head chef and owner of Opa Greek Taverna in Rowlett, TX (a suburb of Dallas Texas.) He also is the co-host of a podcast for budding restaurant entrepreneurs, Real Restaurant Radio, and on top of all that he vlogs his restaurant journey on his YouTube channel. Learn what it takes to run a business and a successful restaurant. https://www.youtube.com/user/opagreektaverna @kostastx @javiermercedesx My Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/javiers-store Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes https://www.javiermercedes.com
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PIP 053: Eliminating Human Trafficking In The US With DeliverFund
22/05/2019 Duration: 48minDeliverFund is a nonprofit organization founded and staffed by former elite intelligence operators from the CIA, NSA, FBI, Delta Force and Navy SEALs who bring their experience in counterterrorism to bear on the human trafficking industry. They hunt human traffickers and make the business of human trafficking risky for the trafficker by equipping, training and advising law enforcement so they can bring traffickers to justice. In this episode we talk to co-founder of DeliverFund Jeremy Mahugh. www.deliverfund.org
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PIP 052: Creating the CrossFit "Fittest" Documentaries w/ the Buttery Bros
15/05/2019 Duration: 42minHeber Cannon and Marston Sawyers are the filmmakers behind the hit CrossFit Documentaries: "Froning: The Fittest Man in History""Fittest on Earth 2015" "Fittest on Earth: A Decade of Fitness" "The Redeemed and the Dominant: Fittest on Earth" They have started a high quality production weekly vlog on YouTube called Buttery Bros that showcases various elite CrossFit athletes as well as friendly competition between Heber and Marston. The Bros also have a new docu-series coming out called "Fittest" covering the Journey of the 2019 CrossFit Games. @javiermercedesx @hebercannon @marzmedia Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes www.javiermercedes.com
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PIP 051: Grow Your Business Using Video with Amanda Horvath
08/05/2019 Duration: 52minAmanda shares the step by step processes that she uses with her own clients to leverage the power of video. Everything from what video to start with to how to use YouTube to grow your organic lead generation. https://www.youtube.com/amandahorvath Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes www.javiermercedes.com social: Host: @JavierMercedesX Show: @PassionInProgress
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PIP 050: Motorcycle Racing, Daily Vlogging, and Creators Offline Conference - Genki Hagata
01/05/2019 Duration: 56minGenki Hagata is a YouTuber, life-long student, triathlete, Web Developer at Huge Inc., motorcycle racer and founder of Creators Offline - Pop-up, Micro-Conferences for emerging creators of all mediums. His slogan is Make Something Everyday. Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes www.javiermercedes.com Follow me social: Host: @JavierMercedesX Show: @PassionInProgress
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PIP 049: A Story of Strict Parents, A Sword, Slavery, Family, and Integrity - A Biographical Sketch of My Grandmother - Mama Yeya
24/04/2019 Duration: 12min“Don’t deny bread and money to anyone when you can give it. Because you don’t know when what you have today will be gone tomorrow." Mama Yeya has become the corner stone of a well-developed family of much character and integrity. This is the most influential story that I've heard, I hope you get perspective by listening to the history of my grandmother. Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/javiermercedes www.javiermercedes.com Follow me social: Host: @JavierMercedesX Show: @PassionInProgress