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Jay Jabber, creator of Insidr, joins Mark Stampfly on LA Today to share how a "survival mode" drive and 18 different jobs led to the creation of a massive casting hub for artists and influencers. They break down how to bypass LA's gatekeeping culture, why social media is a vital tool for growth rather than a "curse," and the secret to genuine networking in a city often labeled as fake. Jay also shares his "Eureka moment" that pivoted Insidr into a powerhouse platform, his tactical tips for building an authentic brand, and why he believes that with consistency and self-belief, anybody can make it. CHAPTER TOPICS: 00:00 Who Is Jay Jaber? Meet the "Jay of All Trades" 01:17 College Dropout to Tech CEO 02:13 Dealing With LA Gatekeeping 03:40 Teaching Artists How to Master Social Media 05:13 3 Quick Branding Tips for Every Creative 06:10 Inspiration vs. Copying 07:46 From Nightlife Promoter to Casting Platform 10:27 Scaling to $50K Brand Deals 10:53 What's Next for Insidr App? 12:25 The Biggest Mistake People Make When Networking in LA 15:01 If You Had to Network From Scratch 17:37 Working 18 Jobs to Stay in LA 18:23 Jay's Secret LA Spot 19:48 The Biggest Myth About LA 20:47 Final Message: Don't Be an Outsider Follow Jay Jaber: Website: https://www.insidr.app/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinsidrapp/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidr.jay/ LA Today: Website: https://www.traveltodayla.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traveltodayla/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stampfli

Mia Lind, founder of Hot Girl Walk, joins Mark Stampfly on LA Today to share how a simple 4-mile walk around Los Angeles turned into a nationwide movement. They break down why walking is such a powerful tool for mental health and confidence, how the community helped the brand explode, and the biggest myths critics still believe. Mia also shares her origin story, exactly how to start your own Hot Girl Walk, and the small daily habits that can compound into massive life changes. 00:00 What a "Hot Girl Walk" Actually Is 01:50 Why She Started Hot Girl Walk (and Why It Works) 03:07 How "Hot Girl Walk" Became a Brand 04:05 The Playlist That Makes a Hot Girl Walk Hit Different 04:50 The Real Point of a Hot Girl Walk (It's Not Weight Loss) 05:24 How to Build Confidence Like a Daily Habit 06:03 The One Video That Changed Everything 06:40 What Going Viral Really Changed in Her Life 09:21 How Hot Girl Walk Turned Into a Real Community 10:02 What It Was Like Leading a Too Faced Hot Girl Walk in Malibu 11:05 How the Hot Girl Walk Ambassador Program Works 13:05 Why She Wrote the Hot Girl Walk Book 14:05 How Hot Girl Walk Gives Back Through Nonprofits 15:55 The Most Iconic Hot Girl Walk Routes in LA 16:24 Her Favorite Spots in Los Angeles Right Now 17:46 The Biggest Myth About Wellness in LA 17:58 The Advice She Wishes She Heard Sooner Follow Mia Lind: Website: https://hotgirlwalk.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotgirlwalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mia__lind LA Today: Website: https://www.traveltodayla.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traveltodayla/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stampfli