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EPISODE · Oct 16, 2025 · 36 MIN

Surviving Corporate Life with Creativity and Courage - EP 11

from The LA Insider Podcast · host Jason Anderson

In this episode of The LA Insider, host Jason Anderson sits down with Nicholas Tana, CEO of Smart Media and creator of Corporate Zombie Survival, to discuss creativity, courage, and the modern workplace. Nicholas shares his journey from working at ESPN to launching his own media company, blending art, storytelling, and business. He also reveals how embracing individuality, AI innovation, and humor can help you stay human—and thrive—in today’s “corporate zombie” culture.🎧 Hosted by: Jason Anderson👤 Guest:🖋 Nicholas Tana – CEO, Smart Media | Creator of Corporate Zombie Survival⭐ Guest Bio:Nicholas Dominick Tana is a Disney-published author, award-winning filmmaker, writer, director, and musician, as well as the founder of Smart Media LLC. A former Associate Director at ESPN, he is best known as the creator of Hell’s Kitty, the cult-favorite story that evolved into a web series, feature film, and comic book. His stage plays have been recognized at the Short & NEAT One Act Play Festival and Arts in The Park, while his music has been featured on ESPN’s X-Games and in national commercials.💡 Key Topics Covered:✔️ From ESPN to creative independence✔️ Balancing business with creativity✔️ Using humor and AI to stay authentic✔️ Building resilience in a changing work culture💼 Connect with Nicholas Tana:🌐 Website → https://corporatezombiesurvival.com/📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nicholastana🎙 Follow Jason Anderson – The LA Insider:📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/theandersonteamla/🔗 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/therealtorJASON/🌐 Website → https://www.andersonteamla.com/🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate -https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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