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I WANNA BE FAMOUS

by Famous Vernon

Discover how ordinary people become extraordinary. I WANNA BE FAMOUS cuts through the noise and gives you the playbook to be known, be seen, and be heard.

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Episodes

  1. Tiger Woods' best advice

    We've all seen Tiger Woods dominate the sport of golf but until now, we haven't heard the wisdom that allowed him to succeed. In this episode of I WANNA BE FAMOUS, I do a deep dive into Tiger Wood's Hall of Fame speech and pull out the top three things I learned that allowed him to reach G.O.A.T...

  2. We OPEN and back for Season 2

    After a long hiatus, I'm back for Season 2! I'll be catching everyone up on where I've been and what's next for IWBF in the coming weeks.

  3. Sorry We're Closed: The Season One Recap

    Season one is officially in the books! In this episode, I'll be recapping what we covered in this season of I WANNA BE FAMOUS and what's on the horizon. Tune in and make sure you leave us a review on Apple Podcasts (it's how we keep the lights on). Resources Mentioned: Want to level up your…

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  4. Your Next Career Move

    I am officially dropping the Career Pivot Masterclass this week. Right now, there are people whose jobs are being replaced by automation, and because of the pandemic, more people have had the time to think about what they actually want out of their lives. If anything good has come from COVID, it…

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  5. Joe Rogan Movie Script?

    I have an opportunity for you, and a really important question... What would happen if Quentin Tarantino sat you down and asked you to write the script for him and he would be the hero? What would you say? How would you feel? Imagine that same script, but you get casted as the hero? What would…

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  6. This Made Kevin Hart Famous

    I wanted to share a really cool article that inspired me. I hope it can help you become mindful about how you show up in the world. It's about Kevin Hart. If you haven't already read his book, you should go do that. He started his career as a comedian when he graduated from high school. He was...

  7. Do you know Charlie Munger?

    "You have to figure out what your own aptitudes are. If you play games where other people have the aptitudes and you don't, you are going to lose." - Charlie Munger If you don't know Charlie, let me introduce you to him. He's the guy who helped Warren Buffet get stupid rich. I bet you know Warren...

  8. Dwayne Johnson's 6 Life Lessons

    This episode is specifically for anyone who has had to face any challenges throughout their journey. It is also for you if you are not feeling inspired to take things to the next level. I want to share some gems from an article written by Shaun Perine at muscleandfitness.com. If you are listening...

  9. The 11 Pillars of Self Confidence

    If you are ever going to put yourself out there, one of the key things you will need is confidence. You can be confident in one area of your life, and lack confidence in others. So I am sharing 11 pillars that can help you build your confidence. Trusting yourself - most people don’t trust...

  10. A Brief History Of My Story Part 2

    If you haven't listened to last week's episode, go back and do that now, because this is a continuation of that episode, where I tell my story and share how I got to where I am now. After leaving my job, I started an entertainment company with two of my friends. After doing that for a while, I…

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  11. A Brief History of My Story

    I wanted to do something special this week and share my story and tell you how I got to where I am today. I am a 35 year old living in Brooklyn. I lost my father when I was 2 years old, and from that moment forward, my mom was raising 5 kids by herself. Sports have always played a big role in my...

  12. What's your DNA?

    The DNA framework is a simple methodology for easily identifying what you want, what needs to happen (outcome), and the action that must be taken to get it. The genius in this framework is that it can be used to help you get clear on just about anything. In this episode, I'll run through some…

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  13. 9 Ways To Improve Your Discipline And Accountability

    1. Stop saying yes to every damn thing! No is the new yes. Every time you say yes, you're saying no to something else. 2. Could you do it now, delete or delegate? Use Fiverr, task rabbit, VAs. If you're not doing it, your not lazy it's just not something you enjoy. 3. Limit your to-do list to 3…

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  14. Making Moves in eSports

    This week we are featuring a retired professional gamer, pushing themselves towards becoming the best esports coach possible. He is passionate about self improvement and helping others.

  15. How to Write a Book in 60 Days

    In 2016, I wrote a book, and I have a really cool formula to write a book in 60 days. One of the catalysts to writing a book for me was that I was in a tough spot in life, so I wrote my book as a means to give people principles they can use to improve their life no matter what state their life is...

  16. Making Your Worldview an Asset In Your Business

    Hooks How your experience across cultures to stack dough Why a TED Talk just might be the thing gets you in the room How to leverage your clients to get MORE clients In two sentences or less, tell us about yourself. I am a diversity and inclusion consultant who works with companies from...

  17. 4 Levels of Belief

    This episode was streamed live in the Facebook community. I have been sharing some really great content in the community, so I suggest joining. Belief is an essential component to you being able to live your purpose. Listen to learn about the 4 levels of belief and how you can get your mindset to...

  18. How to Create Viral Comics from Anywhere in the World

    Have you ever wondered how to make legit comics like Popeye, Garfield, and other classics that everyone loves? In this episode, we are talking about Ryan Estrada, an artist, author and adventurer who travels the world making comics and getting into trouble. We will talk about what it is like to...

  19. The George Floyd Legacy and thoughts on Allyship

    To say the past few weeks have been though would be an understatement. As if Covid19 and the brutal slaying of Ahmaud Arbery weren't enough, the black community was dealt two more blows when police murdered Breonna Taylor and George Floyd. I was in silent rage. I felt this shouldn't be happening…

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  20. 18 Things to Ask Yourself Before Acquiring A New Skill

    The one thing you can do to stand out in this current environment is to learn skills. Skills pay the bills. Maybe you are looking to level up your current career or start something new on the side. I came up with 18 questions that you can ask yourself when you are looking to acquire a new skill.…

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  21. 21 Quarantine Podcast Ideas You Can Start This Week

    Have you ever thought about starting a podcast, but you are stuck because you don't have an idea? Well, this episode is for you, because I am going to give you 21 podcast ideas that you can start today! I also wrote a blog post about this, so you can head over to the blog for 50 podcast ideas.…

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  22. The 19-year-old photographer who shoots for Adidas and Nike

    Ever wonder how to land gigs for big companies like Reebok, Nike & Puma? How about If it's worth taking a risk to move to NYC? Logan Poe's story is a testament to what's possible. He made the pivot from creating cinematic montages for popular E-Sports titles like League of Legends and Overwatch…

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  23. Making $150K A Year Narrating Audio Books

    Today's featured guest is an audiobook narrator and voice actor. His client list is very impressive and includes Jimmy Kimmel Live, UFC, The Travel Channel, and ABC. He' has narrated for Audible, Simon & Schuster, Harper Audio and freakin' MARVEL. I'm talking about my man the voice of Tim Page

  24. 52,000 Youtube subscribers, 30 countries, 1 mission

    How much it costs to travel the world for 1 year? How to score your first freelance videography gig? What type of mindset is needed to travel-full time? Steve Yalo is a videographer who chose to travel the world in pursuit of exploring new places and exciting experiences. He's documented his...

  25. The Oprah Effect: A Famous Black Women in Hollywood Tee Story

    When he dropped the famous Black Women in Hollywood Tee back in 2015, it ended up getting retweeted by Luvvie Ajayi, then Essence and eventually gained the attention of Oprah and Own Network. Want to know how to built a Tee shirt company from scratch with zero in your pocket? This is the Famous...

  26. Lights, Camera, Trailer

    We live in a world full of infinite possibilities. Ordinary people are going about their day living extraordinary lives. They've used a talent or skill in a way others have only dreamed. I WANNA BE FAMOUS is about the stories of the people who are doing it so you can get inspired to do it too....

About this show

Discover how ordinary people become extraordinary. I WANNA BE FAMOUS cuts through the noise and gives you the playbook to be known, be seen, and be heard.

Hosted by

Famous Vernon

Produced by Vernon Foster

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does I WANNA BE FAMOUS have?

I WANNA BE FAMOUS has 26 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on March 14, 2022.

What is I WANNA BE FAMOUS about?

Discover how ordinary people become extraordinary. I WANNA BE FAMOUS cuts through the noise and gives you the playbook to be known, be seen, and be heard.

How often does I WANNA BE FAMOUS release new episodes?

I WANNA BE FAMOUS publishes monthly, based on its 26 episodes since April 2020.

Who hosts I WANNA BE FAMOUS?

I WANNA BE FAMOUS is created and hosted by Famous Vernon.
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