"It may take four or five years to get over this..."

Writer, Actor, and Producer Jake McEntire joins the show to discuss the decade-long journey of writing and producing the film RUN THE RACE as it nears its 5-year anniversary.

Jake's love of filmmaking started when he was young, watching the power of a beautiful story unfold on a screen, giving hope and joy to his family in difficult times. He started working on a script in college that snowballed into a remarkable rollercoaster ride that led to making a movie with Tim Tebow, walking the red carpet, and more.

But what happened next may surprise you. Jake shares about an unexpected dark night of the soul after the credits rolled and how he has navigated the aftermath of achieving a lifelong goal.

This episode hits on persevering to fulfill a calling, the essential role of a community in creating, the power of imitating masters of the craft, and the challenges you confront after you've realized a dream.

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00:03 Introduction and Welcome

00:46 Guest Introduction: Jake McEntire

01:42 What Movie Scene Would You Choose To Relive?

04:10 Jake's Turning Point

08:08 Origins of 'Run the Race'

10:26 Challenges in Making 'Run the Race'

22:02 Pivotal Meeting with Tim Tebow

24:40 Reflections on the Journey

26:43 The Calling of Creativity

27:14 The Race of Life and the Power of Community

29:00 The Journey of Making a Film

30:03 The Challenges of Film Distribution

30:47 The Unexpected Costs of Sharing a Film

34:10 The Joy and Struggles of Film Success

35:18 The Aftermath of Achieving a Dream

38:07 The Reality of Creative Success

41:04 Creative Projects On The Horizon

51:08 The Struggles of Balancing Creativity and Life

53:57 The Power of Perseverance in Creativity