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Project Alchemy

by Jack Considine and Namish Kaistha

The Project Alchemy Podcast extracts the tipping points of transformation from entrepreneurs and creatives and brings these skills to a younger audience, in an effort to create a generation that is more content with itself. Formerly 5am Hustle.

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Episodes

  1. Patrick Khayat - Believing in Yourself Blindly

    Welcome back to the Project Alchemy Podcast. Our Guest today is Patrick Khayat. He is a Partner at Durational Capital Management. Prior to co-founding DCM, he was a Vice President at The Carlyle Group , a long / short equity Tiger seed hedge fund. Previous to The Carlyle Group, he was a private...

  2. Dr. Jim Taylor - Mastering Mental Performance

    Today's Guest is Dr. Jim Taylor. Jim is a mental coach for athletes and he specializes in endurance sports like triathlon and cycling. He’s the author of 19 books and the blog posts he’s written have millions of views. He’s a former world ranked ski racer, national age group triathlon champion…

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  3. Jeremy Pogue - Make the Leap and Bet on Yourself

    Today’s Guest is Jeremy Pogue. Jeremy is a successful entrepreneur who started his journey working for an ad agency. He then garnered a job with Trey Cockrum where he learned everything from sales to coaching. Since then he’s started his own agency in the coaching space. Join us as we discuss……

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  4. Hari Kondabolu - The Realities of Being a Full Time Comedian

    Today’s Guest is Hari Kondabolu. Hari is a renowned comedian, writer and podcaster based in Brooklyn. He’s done multiple Netflix specials, and he was the creator of the 2017 documentary film, “The problem with Apu.” Join us as we discuss… His transition from a day job to standup comedy Navigating...

  5. Ilya Ahmad - Building Legacy at 26

    Today’s Guest is Ilya Ahmad. Ilya is a serial entrepreneur who’s done everything from Saas, music festival marketing, DJing, ecommerce, and more. He’s building his legacy for his family all while traveling the world. Join us as we discuss… How Ilya’s first business resulted in a cease and desist...

  6. Deya - How to Become a Digital Business Manager

    Today’s guest is Digital Course Manager and info product wizard Deya. Deya started as VA and grew her skillset to grow into project management roles before being a highly sought after Digital business manager. Deya also runs her own business teaching others to learn from her mistakes and become a...

  7. Mike Schill - Change the information that enters your brain

    Today’s Guest is businessman and salesman Mike Schill. After leaving D1 football due to injury, Mike moved into sales where he worked under Grant Cardone’s sales team for 5 years. Mike now runs Full Circle Agency, a company that gets eyeballs on products. He’s popular on social media for...

  8. Renao - Finding the space between orange and blue

    Today’s Guest is the incredibly talented Renao. Renao is a musician who grew up in India as a badminton star before moving to London to pursue his music career. He broke into the scene with his hit song “Nobody” and has just released an album titled “A Space Between Orange and Blue”. Join us as…

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  9. Mitchell Phelke - You Don't Need Permission To Chase Your Dreams

    Today’s Guest is Youtuber and D1 Lacrosse Player, Mitchell Pehlke. Mitchell has been creating videos since highschool and has built a profitable business partnering his two passions of lacrosse and making youtube videos Join us as we discuss… How he created a successful youtube channel Managing…

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  10. Young The Giant's Sameer Gadhia

    Today's guest is the lead singer of Young The Giant, Sameer Gadhia. After receiving interest from record labels, Sameer dropped out of Stanford. His band’s success turned him into an indie star gracing the lollapalooza main stage just more than a year later. Over ten years later Young the Giant...

  11. SlimDan - The Power of Song Writing and Making Music For Yourself

    Today’s guest is incredible musical artist and writer SlimDan (Daniel Silberstein). Daniel has written amazing songs for artists such as Carly Rae Jepsen, Arden Jones, Nessa Barrett, and many more. In recent years, Daniel flipped the script and decided to release his own music under the name...

  12. Jacob Hopkins - What Are You willing to Sacrifice?

    Todays guest is prolific closer, Jacob Hopkins. After dropping out of school, Jacob went through the trenches in order to gain the skills and respect he needed as a salesman. Now he is documenting what he’s learning in his own sales journey to help educate people that are beginning their journey....

  13. Casey Adams - Selling His First Company at 22

    Our guest is Casey Adams. Casey is the host of the Casey Adams Show where he’s interviewed the likes of Larry King, Robert Green, Grant Cardone, Rick Ross, and others. He also a founder of media kits, a tech startup that helps creators present their analytics to sponsors. In this episode we talk...

  14. Annabelle Kline - You Can Create Your Own Dream Career

    Annabelle Kline is an independent music curator supporting small artists, running concerts, and redefining how new music is found and artists are promoted. Join us as we discuss… Her break into the music industry What it’s like interviewing artists like JID How she throws on events all over the...

  15. Zahir Muhammad - Create in All Mediums

    10/17/22 Zahir Muhammad - Create in All Mediums Zahir Muhammad (@zstarring) is a Musician, Director, and Model. Join us as we discuss… Extracting elements from all creative disciplines Gaining confidence in yourself and navigating your own creative process Follow us @Projectalchemyco on…

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  16. The managers changing how the music industry is run - Aaron Hoffman and Eric Bogard of Undercurrent

    Eric Bogard and Aaron Hoffman are the founders of Undercurrent, a musician management company that is revolutionizing the music industry by offering short term artist friendly deals contrary to the norm. Join us as we discuss… How they went from bright eyed students to successful promoters while...

  17. Dr. Sulman Mirza - Look for help right in front of you

    Dr. Sulman Mirza is a licensed psychiatrist and creator (@TheKicksShrink), educating individuals about navigating depression, anxiety, and ADHD. Join us as we discuss... Overcoming mental health stigma Accessing ADHD resources Distinguishing between depressive periods and clinical depression...

  18. Simran Kaur of "Girls that invest" - How to change your money mindset

    In this episode Namish and Jack talk to Simran Kaur, half of "Girls that invest," a popular account online. Simran is releasing her first book in August titled "Girls that Invest" where she will teach the basics of investing all in one text. Her expertise spans that in the financial industry and...

  19. Rapper "Fred The Black Kid"

    In this episode Namish talks with Wisconsin native rapper Fred the Black Kid about his journey, music, and more.

  20. Michael the author - don't stop scheming

    Michael the Author is a musical artist/rapper based in the Chicagoland area. Join us as we talk about creating your own process, plan A vs plan B, and staying true to the standards you set for yourself. You can find Michael's music on all platforms, @michaeltheauthor

  21. Michael Bungay Stanier - Ask the Right Questions

    Michael Bungay Stanier (MBS) is a Life Coach, who founded the training and development company "Box of Crayons," that teaches coaching skills to hundreds of thousands of people across the world. He's also written multiple books on coaching which have sold over 1 million copies. Join us as we talk...

  22. Abhi the Nomad

    Abhi the Nomad is a musician based in Texas. Join us as we talk about creating art that speaks to yourself, dealing with the repercussions of sacrifice, and enjoying the small moments in life. You can find Abhi's music on all platforms @abhithenomad

  23. Levent Yildezgoren - Bet on Yourself

    On this episode, we talk with Levent Yildezgoren. Levent is the author of "Good Business in any language" and an entrepreneur.

  24. Damian Brunton

    Damian Brunton is a photographer and videographer based in Los Angeles. Join us as we talk about his rise to success on Tik Tok, ups and downs of collaborating with other creators, and embracing opportunities as they come.

  25. West - create what you need to

    In this episode, we sit down with West - a songwriter based in LA. We discuss perfecting your craft, finding clarity in your passions, and creating a plan to pursue them.

  26. Deborah Smith - use dedication to your advantage

    Deborah Smith is a Co-Founder of the CenterCap group - an all female founded investment bank. Join us as we discuss her experience growing up on an Australian dairy farm, navigating work-life balance in investment banking, and starting her own firm.

  27. Sebastian Gonzalez - build your audience

    Sebastian Gonzalez is a musician, releasing recordings of himself rapping and acting on social media platforms. He plans to release a debut EP soon, and has coined the term "OO I like THIS one" to be his own. Check him out! And give him a follow @theactualsebastian

  28. Tim Keenan - How to Engineer Success in Any Area of Your Life

    On Today's episode, I speak with Tim Keenan. Tim is an ultra successful entrepreneur. He is also the namesake of the Keenan Center, Ohio State's hub for entrepreneurial learning and exploration. He donated a sizable contribution to the now Keenan center which is building it's new headquarters set...

  29. Brian Ford - "Do it for the story" - Self Improvement Daily

    On today's episode of the 5 AM Hustle podcast, Jack talks with Brian Ford. Brian is the host of the podcast self improvement daily. A podcast that has consistently uploaded everyday for years. He also runs a company called For Purpose, which offers assistance to non-profit organizations with…

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  30. Jakob Matotek of Paradise Hills- Build your own reality

    In this episode, we speak with Jakob Matotek

  31. Mark Gronowski Pt. 2- Learn to Play Within Yourself

    On today's episode, Jack sits down with Mark Gronowski, a D1 Qaurterback out of South Dakota State. Mark had a breakout season his freshman year giving him many accolades. Unfortunately during the NCAA Championship Game he suffered an injury that would put him out of his entire Sophomore season.…

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  32. Julian Sarafian - Dealing with mental health in high pressure environments

    Julian Sarafian is a former biglaw attorney turned mental health advocate -> join us as we talk about balancing professional goals with mental health, and dealing with anxiety. If you want to hear more from him, check him out @JulianSarafian on all platforms.

  33. Ratmir Timashev - The 3 keys to a successful business

    Ratmir Timashev is the Co-founder of Veeam, the leader of data management solutions, recovery, and backup that deliver modern data protection. Ratmir started his first company with his graduate student roomate at Ohio State. After selling it to microsoft and starting and selling a data protection...

  34. Sarah Sarkais - moving past struggle

    In this episode, Namish talks to renowned psychologist Dr. Sarah Sarkais about navigating struggle, the psychology behind peak performance, and struggles with mental health. If you want to hear more about her, here's her website: https://drsarahsarkis.com/

  35. Bryan Clayton - DO the necessary work

    On this podcast the boys talk with Bryan Clayton. He is CEO and co-founder of GreenPal, an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals. GreenPal has been called the “Uber for lawn care” by Entrepreneur magazine and has over 200,000 active users completing...

  36. Navy Seal Jon Macaskill - The Importance of Mindfulness

    On this episode the boys speak with Jon Macaskill. Jon is a retired Navy SEAL Commander turned leadership and mindfulness coach. During his 24-year Navy career, he served in multiple highly dynamic leadership positions from the battlefield to the operations center and the board room. The topics…

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  37. Diane Allen - Find Your Flow State

    On this episode Namish speaks with Diane Allen. Diane is a professional violinist who now dedicates her time to helping teach others about flow and peak performance.

  38. Using painting as self therapy - o8livious

    o8livious, or Lorenzo, is a prolific painter in college that portrays his personal experiences and emotions in complex and relatable paintings. He does weekly series where he delves deep into his psych to show the colorful embodiment of his emotions. You can find him at the following links......

  39. The Dad Edge - Larry Hagner

    Larry Hagner, faced with a failing marriage and negligence towards his kids, decided to turn his life around. Now, he helps others do the same, at The Dad Edge - join us as we discuss growth in relationships, the beginning of bettering yourself, and how to navigate life post-college.

  40. Michael Baren - International Cheer Champion

    In this episode, Namish and Jack talk with Michael Baren, a D1 Cheerleader and International Champion with Team USA. Michael sheds light on the work it took to get where he is, what working with Team USA is like, and how he dealt with the adversity of being a male gymnast. Here are links to some…

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  41. Koya Webb - Control Your State

    On this episode of the podcast the boys talk to Koya Webb. She is a professional Yoga teacher but also specializes in breath work and meditation. Throughout their conversation they touched on topics such as Yoga, breath work, meditation, energy levels, and how to be present each and every day.

  42. Calvin Cooper - Create Your Own Opportunities

    In this episode Jack talks with CEO and Co-Founder of Rhove, a company making real estate accessible to anyone with $1. They talked about topics such as Venture Capital, Crypto Currency, Creating Opportunities, and what recruiters truly look for. Go to rhove.com to learn more about his company.…

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  43. Max Klymenko - Win the Information War

    Max Klymenko is the founder of Klym&co, an advertising business focused on creating social good through communication.

  44. Scott Griffin - Compassion Over Curiosity

    On this episode of the 5 AM Hustle podcast, Jack talks with Scott Griffin an entrepreneur, executive, lecturer, and director of Entrepreneurship at The Ohio State University. Scott talks about leading with compassion over curiosity, his favorite lesson from his mentor, why collaboration is the…

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  45. Arham Sheikh - Study Less to Do More

    On this episode of the 5 AM Hustle Podcast, Jack talks with YouTuber Arham Sheikh. Arham focuses on teaching effective study strategies to help individuals find what works for them.

  46. Tej Patel - Adding Value to Your Audience

    Tej Patel is a Creative Director, Filmmaker, and Photographer. Check him out here - https://www.tejpatel.com/

  47. Budgeting your time with the number 168

    In this episode, Namish discusses how you can budget your time week by week, and what you should prioritize.

  48. Ken Joslin - Grow Stack Drive

    Today on the Podcast, Jack talks with Ken Joslin about how young entrepreneurs can take control of their minds to become successful.

  49. Jay Samit - Future Proofing You

    In this podcast, the boys talk with Jay Samit. Jay is an entrepreneur that has been disrupting industries for years with his innovation. He is an International best selling author and has worked with entrepreneurs like Bill Gates, Richard Branson, Steven Speilberg, and Steve Jobs. Throughout the...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Project Alchemy Podcast extracts the tipping points of transformation from entrepreneurs and creatives and brings these skills to a younger audience, in an effort to create a generation that is more content with itself. Formerly 5am Hustle.

HOSTED BY

Jack Considine and Namish Kaistha

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The Project Alchemy Podcast extracts the tipping points of transformation from entrepreneurs and creatives and brings these skills to a younger audience, in an effort to create a generation that is more content with itself. Formerly 5am Hustle.

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