The Holling Effect

In this episode of The Holling Effect, I sit down with my father, Henry Holling, for a dynamic conversation covering everything from college experiences to favorite car to wildly priced alcohol. So sit back and get ready for Episode 5 of The Holling Effect!

Connor “Cash” Levine is one of Arizona’s rising musical theatre talents, and in this episode of The Holling Effect, we sit down to talk about the journey that’s taken him from the basketball court to center stage. A high school senior and dedicated performer, Cash has built an impressive résumé starring as Orpheus in Hadestown, Jean Valjean in Les Misérables, Joseph in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Evan Goldman in 13, and many more iconic roles.We dive into what it takes to balance varsity basketball with the demanding world of musical theatre, his training for competitive BFA Musical Theatre auditions, and the mindset required to pursue excellence in both athletics and the arts. Cash also shares stories from performing, his experience as a Top 10 Male Finalist at the ASU Gammage Awards, attending the Broadway Artist Alliance Intensive in New York City, and a mountain of other unique topics. Whether you’re a theatre fan, an aspiring performer, an athlete, or someone chasing big goals, this conversation is packed with insight, laughs, and inspiration. Tune in for an inside look at the life of one of Arizona’s standout young performers.

Devin Gough is an 18-year-old entrepreneur and founder of multiple companies across a range of industries. He is the owner of Gough Mobile Detailing, a mobile detailing business that has been making waves across Scottsdale. He is also a founder of Simply Work AI, a multi-product AI platform that started with a browser AI and has since expanded into multiple products with big aspirations for the future. Most recently, Devin launched Yonaka Supply, a clothing brand rooted in Japanese and JDM culture, and Hilt and Hammer, a lightsaber hilt company catering to gift givers and hobbyist collectors. He's back, and this episode is even better than the last!

Tess Hoven is the rhythm guitarist for My Upside Down, a five-piece punk rock band out of Phoenix, Arizona. Drawing inspiration from bands like Queen, My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, and Panic! At The Disco, My Upside Down has built a reputation for electrifying live performances and a sound they call "violent pop", a fusion of high-intensity punk and infectious melodies. In less than two years, the band shared the stage with nationally touring acts and released their project Piece by Piece, which independently racked up 850,000 streams in its first year. Tess joined the band in 2025 and has been part of the next chapter of their story ever since. 

Devin Gough is an 18-year-old entrepreneur and founder of multiple companies across a range of industries. He is the owner of Gough Mobile Detailing, a mobile detailing business that has been making waves across Scottsdale. He is also a founder of Simply Work AI, a multi-product AI platform that started with a browser AI and has since expanded into multiple products with big aspirations for the future. Most recently, Devin launched Yonaka Supply, a clothing brand rooted in Japanese and JDM culture, and Hilt and Hammer, a lightsaber hilt company catering to gift givers and hobbyist collectors. This one is a must-watch!

This is The Holling Effect, a podcast hosted by Colton Holling. Unique people, unique conversations. No formula, no filter. This is a quick intro to who I am, what the show is about, and what you can expect. Episode 1 is coming soon. Subscribe so you don't miss it!