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Thought provoking, challenging, funny, shocking and intriguing; and that’s just Neil Shah! Each week Neil delves into the lives of his eclectic mix of guests. With his probing, curious approach Neil explores what makes these ordinary people with extraordinary stories tick, discovering what motivates them and how life’s experiences have shaped them. Neil will have you laughing, crying, and shouting at your speakers!
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Bill Campbell (“The Coach”) mentored the most renowned CEOs of our time, including Steve Jobs, Jeff Bezos and Eric Schmidt. They trusted The Coach because he was the only person in Silicon Valley who called them out on their B.S.. Started by Bullpen Capital’s Paul Martino and Kleiner Perkins’ Randy Komisar, No Bull was inspired by their own relationships with Bill. In each episode, the co-hosts and notable guests share stories of their rough yet heartwarming lessons of the Coach's human conn ...
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Happy Trails for Kids is an AMAZING resource for foster kids! They’re having their 12th annual Hike-A-Thon on April 30th, 2023. Join “The Ivory, Ruby, and West Village” and hike with us…. Or find out other ways you can make a difference. There are 60,000 foster kids in California and this is one easy way to help.…
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Cassie Petrey has been a trusted source when it comes to social media. Whether it's business or personal social is a topic that influences so much of what we do.... and we probably don't talk about it enough. In this episode we discuss the value of social with business, creators, and best practices for mental health when it comes to social for you …
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Idea Fountain Mini Episode with Jasmine of Sonocine for Breast Cancer Awareness month. After I turned 35 and was set to get my first mammogram one of my trusted health advisors suggested I check out this alternative. Jasmine has Sonocine, a zero radiation, automated breast ultrasound. This is not medical advice or an advertisement - it's just a too…
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S6 Ep9 Songwriting: Autumn Rowe and Happiness The Entertainment industry can be both a magical and tricky place. A rollercoaster might be an understatement. Rules of engagement don’t really exist in music and even if they did… the business feels like it’s changing more every six months than it use to in five years. I’m always in awe of people who h…
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In Pt 1 I had the opportunity to interview Former Google Engineer Blake Lemoine who claimed that their AI, LaMDA, had become sentient. He was placed on administrative leave then let go. When we did the interview we had the WORST Zoom connection and only were able to chat for about 15 minutes before aborting mission. I still had so many questions I …
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The future is being created every second and it's up to us to decide if we're going to be a part of the conversation or just trust big tech with it all. In Part 1 former Google Engineer Blake Lemoine lays the foundation for a conversation about AI and Consciousness.
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Nabil Ayers is President of the Beggars Music Group, played in many successful Seattle area bands, and owned my favorite local record store Sonic Boom. Recently he released his Memoir "My Life in the Sunshine: Searching for My Father and Discovering My Family". His Father, Roy Ayers, is a jazz legend but this book gives you a chance to get to know …
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There’s more pressure than ever for photos, reels, and content! Johanna Brinckman is a German photographer, working in LA, who specializes in the most beautiful portraits. Whether you want to up your game as a professional photographer or strategize the best way to take and maximize a photo shoot.
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"Jon Shearer has left the building" - that note was posted recently on the KGRG Alumni page signaling that the unofficial Godfather of the station had unexpectedly passed away. KGRG is Green River Community College's station about 20 miles outside Seattle and has been the start of more bands than I can remember and home to many music biz veterans. …
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JammCard is a community of the world’s leading music professionals. Need Post Malone’s drummer? Taylor Swift’s keyboard player? A violinist to record strings on a single - you can do it now with the highest level of musicians in the game on the JammCard App. They ALSO are now facilitating mentoring. Elmo Lovano shares an inspiring journey from worl…
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Amy B of Fruition gives a challenge to inventory and test your 6P’s. It’s a really good exercise for anyone especially creators and artists. The 6P’s are a mini life survival checklist and a lot of the time when we’re navigating a world… or an industry operating by doing things that have never been done before…. It’s easy to lose sight of what’s mo…
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When the pandemic hit and tours stopped most creators scrambled to find revenue and direction. Georgia Maq went to work as a Covid nurse in Melbourne. More than ever - that is how she found her VOICE… on this new album, producing in the studio…. And saving lives. Camp Cope's latest record Running with the Hurricane drops March 25th. Georgia Maq che…
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Growing up in the suburbs between Seattle and Olympia the music scene & DIY attitude became deeply ingrained in who I am. From putting on our own shows, to making zines, and connecting community was a way of life. In this episode we talk to a musician, music biz boss, and Riot Grrrl founder - Molly Neuman about how it all came together and how we c…
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"YING is an exciting way for our community members to share their skills with one another. Whether between friends, colleagues, or neighbors; YING helps communities by connecting them to one another". In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's birthday we embrace community capital and a return to connection while talking to CEO & Founder of YING - Kar…
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New Year, New Goals, New Vision - I love mapping out my year, and setting the tone, by making a vision board. Pre-pandemic Lisa from Ilaments held a vision board workshop at my house with about 20 of my favorite people.... her expertise brought magic and inspiration. It's a simple idea but packs a big punch. What do you want to create? Start here!…
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A spontaneous play date in the park led me to one of the most unique creators I've met. Brandon Server is a Guiness Book World Record Holding acro dunker. You know... the guys who run from half court, jump on a trampoline, do 3 flips, put the ball under their leg, then dunk?! From the Harlem Globetrotters to the NBA Brandon talks about how he turne…
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2021 has been the YEAR of the CREATOR - Mickey Shiloh has created a subscription record label called HRDRV. She’s giving access to distribution, marketing, mixes, and more for independent artists. Her platform is a game changer and I love her personal evolution of an artist, to an entrepreneur to the most empowered version of an artist she’s ever b…
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Creators often write books, make songs, or cook up amazing dishes. Today is about creating something that has never been done before out of THIN AIR. Victoria Buda invented a challenge... or some call it a game.... but it's more like an inspiration game called 31 Crush. Until today it's been a private, invite only, occasion that happens twice a yea…
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Creators aren't just musicians, writers, and artists - they're chefs too!! Be inspired by Lara from fleurs et sel - the new Cookie Queen of Los Angeles. After being laid off during the pandemic she leaned into what she loves and started making the best cookies in the world! The cookies are in high demand and everyone from Good Morning America to pe…
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Bangladesh born Anik Khan's latest releases Denied & Approved follow his immigration journey. While he was in the thick of sorting his status he had global hits, requests to tour the world, a PBS documentary, Bernie Sanders and AOC knocking on his door, and opened a Chai restaurant in Manhattan. No matter how frustrating his situation felt it was h…
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The first independent artist I ever knew also happened to have the #1 song in the country, which ended up being one of the most licensed songs of all time and shifted culture to this day. Sir Mix-A-Lot is a Hip Hop pioneer and Seattle Family who I’ve always respected not only due to his talent, or his business acumen, but also forward thinking ment…
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Cristina Dam is owner of Liberate Emporium and also my hypnotherapist. In life we all have so many tools to navigate - whether it’s meditation, exercise, rituals and whenever I’m going through a transition hypnotherapy hits the spot. In the last few months friends (from all over the globe) have come to me with a series of challenges and I’ve sent t…
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When I first started the Idea Fountain and vowed to interview someone who had changed my life every month…. I only planned on one season. I mean - how many people can change your life?! Now - 41 episodes in I can confidently say - A LOT!! In this episode we talk to my Meditation Teacher and Author Light Watkins about his new book "Knowing Where to …
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Dress Code: Dress as you would like to be known. THAT was on the invitation to themes fun and magical dinner party I’ve ever attended. Thrown by Jon Levy - creator of the influencer dinner series he set off a chain reaction of me trying something new, meeting new friends, and eventually getting even getting a secret santa - Chieh Huang the CEo of B…
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The Idea Fountain S4 Ep 5: Corporate Social Responsibility with Chieh Huang of Boxed Last December Chieh got matched to be my Secret Santa! He generously loaded us up with GIGANTIC delivery boxes of supplies and also, unexpectedly, a huge dose of inspiration. There’s a lot of chatter about Corporate Social Responsibility. I believe Chieh is an abso…
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There are 56,000 open Foster cases in Los Angeles. Last summer we signed up to Foster to Adopt a baby zero - two years old. Within 30 days we got a 11 month old baby and you'll never believe what happened next. Join me in discussing this deeply personal story. Kenneth from Child Help, a Foster Family Agency in LA, breaks down Fostering 101.…
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It's Inauguration Day and Gahl Sasson joins the Idea Fountain to discuss his new book: The Astrology of 2021 Out of Darkness, Light. It feels like a new day, a new era, and a new opportunity for us to come together and make a difference. What a perfect time to check in with one of my favorite spiritual mentors to hear how he feels things are flowin…
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“Why would you want a jukebox - you have 50 million songs on your watch?!” asks Don Muller of potential customers at Jukeboxes Unlimited. My answer would be - because they are pure magic. I got my “Unorthodox Jukebox” almost a decade ago and it is my prized possession. Picking a song, watching the needle hit the record, and the sound as it comes ou…
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This month we caught up with superstar musician / actress / fashion designer Beth Ditto! Let me back up - saying Beth is an artist is an understatement. I believe she has the best female voice in rock! Many of her songs have stuck with me through decades. Earlier this year personally I hit a wall with an issue…. When I was at my lowest I tried to p…
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Every year Youth Mentoring takes 50 teenage girls up the mountain to Big Bear for the Girls Retreat! It’s a powerful journey of separation, challenges, and a sisterhood celebration. I’ve done about 8 retreats and am heartbroken that we’re missing out this year. As with so many things Covid-19 has put this year’s retreat on hold. Join us for a conve…
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We're excited to announce the latest edition of Life Changing Conversations where Neil Shah spoke with Danielle North.Best selling author Danielle North has been running global retreats since 2013, creating a global movement to raise consciousness by inspiring people with the simple power of Pause. Before creating Pause Global, she spent 3 years li…
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David Kessler is the world’s foremost expert on grief and loss. Grief can come from losing a loved one, a job, a break up, or even the loss of connection during Covid-19. This episode was recorded in service to the music community while recognizing the grief and loss they have faced from the cancellation of touring, connection to fans and the loss …
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This is a really magical discussion with the incredible Alexandra Wenman, who is a ‘Cosmic Compass, light bringer, activator, channel and seer’ she facilitates deep healing, and transformation by connecting you with your ‘higher self’ and guides! I’ll be honest I was a bit sceptical when this was booked in, and I agreed to have a session with he be…
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These are the people in your neighborhood….. In this episode of the Idea Fountain we talk to Music Marketing Boss in the Game Kristen Fraser of PVTL who is also - my neighbor!! Neighborhoods and neighbors mean more than ever during quarantine. Join us for a deep dive on community, the power of local music marketing, and how to take advantage of res…
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Nature is a gift. This year I was able to witness one of the most beautiful things I've ever been able to experience - the chrysalis and evolution of a monarch butterfly. In 2018 "California had plunged to only 20,456 butterflies - a drop of 86% since last year" said National Geographic. It's time to reconnect with the planet and save the butterfli…
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We're excited to announce that Neil Shah spoke with a very special guest: Rabbi Steve Leder.Steve joined us by video link from Los Angeles, he is author of several best selling books including 'More Beautiful Than Before' - a book exploring how pain and suffering transform us, which is a very timely book considering the world we currently find ours…
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After an unexpected and extended break Life Changing Conversations is finally back for Series 3 and Neil is pumped to be kicking off the new season with his coach and the founder of RNT Fitness, Akash Vaghela. Fresh from his new book launch 'TRANSFORM YOUR BODY. CHANGE YOUR LIFE' (in all good bookshops and already storming its way up the bestseller…
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Service: 2020 has been a powerful time to think about making sacrifices and standing up for what you believe in. Whether you use your voice, protest, donate, or give back…. How are you in service. What if you had to risk your life for something you didn’t necessarily believe in? In this episode we talk to my Dad about his experience getting drafted…
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Everything has changed. In a blink we realize what we took for granted. I miss Dodgers games, yoga class, and Friday Morning Hike Club. In this episode of the Idea Fountain Kevin Carroll talks about the void left in our lives from the absence of sports and play during Covid-19. If quarantine has you in a rut - taking a few lessons from Kevin’s Rule…
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“There is something in this interview for everyone that lives in LA or even people who ever thought of visiting LA!! There needs to be a part 2!!” - Says Julian, my boyfriend, who was completely enamored with my guest Julio Shampoolio. There is also something in this interview for anyone with grey hair or anyone thinking about emotionally dying the…
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International Women's History Month has been overshadowed by this pandemic and crisis moment. Still, I think it's more important than ever to support small businesses and entrepreneurs. In this episode I'm joined by Jennifer McGarigle from Floral Art, Patty Rodriguez of Lil Libros, and LaLa Romero of Bella Dona as well as a living room full of tale…
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Break glass in case of emergency! Whether you have been in a crisis lately, have a friend in crisis, or feel like the world’s in crisis this episode about support is for you! 2019 at times felt like a heavy year. It made me realize that connection has meant more to me than ever lately. Liz Hernandez is the Creator and Host of Wordaful. Wordaful was…
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