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The Pretty Chill Podcast

by johndahlgren15

Welcome to The Pretty Chill Podcast — Hosted by filmmaker and creative explorer John Dahlgren, this show brings you easygoing conversations with people he's met along the way — fellow creatives, entrepreneurs, athletes, and everyday cool people. With real talk about the climb: the turning points, detours, wins/losses, and the lessons that shape us. No hustle worship. No 10-step formulas. Just honest stories, insights, and hopefully some subtle inspo. Come hang out!

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Episodes

  1. 014: Brotherhood is Back with Quentin Williams

    Quentin Williams came through the studio and we finally met in person after months of mutual friends, crossover worlds, and internet connection stuff. Q works with former athletes and men around identity, purpose, brotherhood, and mental health, so we got into everything from sports culture and...

  2. 013. Beyond the Before and After with Christina and Kele Dobrinski

    I was so pumped to have Christina and Kele Dobrinski — the duo behind Colossus Manufacturing - pop into the studio. We get into how they found their way into design, building a business together, and what it’s actually like working as a married creative team. We also talk about their show on…

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  3. 012. What Happens with the Dream Ends? with Nick McCoy

    Nick McCoy came through the studio and we got into his story… growing up in North County San Diego, chasing baseball, barely getting recruited, walking on at USD, and somehow working his way all the way to the freaking New York Yankees. But honestly the most interesting part is what happened…

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  4. 011. You Are Your Own Doctor with Randy Vawdrey

    I was working on a project with my friend Randy Vawdrey and somehow coaxed him into being on the pod! He’s a nurse practitioner, but not in the typical “here’s your prescription, see you later” kind of way. Way more like… common sense health guy who actually explains things in a way that makes…

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  5. 010. Feeling It All with Rebekka Mars

    In the Season 1 finale of The Pretty Chill Podcast, I sit down with my partner Rebekka Mars—yoga teacher, aliveness coach, somatic practitioner, and host of Modern Mindfulness. We talk about what it really means to feel alive: honoring not just joy and excitement, but also grief, sadness, and the...

  6. 009. The Long Game of Health with Jason Prall

    John sits down with longtime friend and creative collaborator Jason Prall—filmmaker, health explorer, and his co-creator of The Human Longevity Project. Together they dive into what it really takes to live well for the long haul, blending ancient wisdom, modern science, and the power of…

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  7. 008. Happily Hustling with Peter Scott IV

    This week on the Pretty Chill Podcast, I sit down with my friend Peter Scott IV—entrepreneur, mindset coach, dad, and just an all-around good human. We dive into everything from breaking family patterns to what it means to really be present in your work and your relationships. Peter shares openly...

  8. 007. Getting Older Doesn't Have to Suck with Dr. Heather Sandison

    This week on the Pretty Chill Pod, I’m hanging out with the one and only Dr. Heather Sandison—naturopathic doctor, author of Reversing Alzheimer’s, and straight-up powerhouse when it comes to healthy aging. We talk about her journey from chronic jaw pain to becoming a leading voice in brain…

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  9. 006. Finding the Birdman Within featuring Brad Wark

    This week, I sit down with my longtime friend Brad Wark. We’ve known each other for over two decades—first bonding over sports, now over heart, healing, and creativity. Brad shares how a heart-opening ceremony shifted his life, leading to deeper self-worth, meeting his wife Elise, and awakening a...

  10. 005. Vision Quests, Yoga and the Way of Love in Action with Catherine Divine

    In this episode, I sit down with my friend Catherine Divine for a real and wide-ranging conversation that goes deep into vision quests, meditation, yoga, and the kinds of life experiences that stretch you in every direction. We kick things off with the story of her recent surfing accident—a…

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  11. 004. Telling Stories & Finding Mine - Solo with John

    In the first solo episode of The Pretty Chill Podcast, I take a breath and share the winding path that led me here—into this chair, behind this mic, and deep into the creative journey I’ve been living for the past 15 years. I talk about a recent trip to Esalen, the unexpected healing that comes...

  12. 003. Movement, Mindset & Life Beyond the Game with Taylor Garrison

    In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Taylor Garrison—a former professional baseball pitcher, whose real story begins when the game ended. We talk about his journey through elite sports, the mental and emotional weight that comes with chasing a dream, and the quiet unfolding that…

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  13. 002. Art, Ceremony & Trusting the Process with Julia Rockowitz

    Episode 2: Art, Ceremony & Trusting the Process with Julia Rockowitz On this episode of The Pretty Chill Podcast, I sit down with my good friend Julia Rockowitz, a hand poke tattoo artist and creative force who’s carved her own path—one poke at a time. We talk about how she left the burnout of...

  14. 001. Building Real Community with June An

    Episode 1: Building Real Community with June An Welcome to the very first episode of The Pretty Chill Podcast. I’m your host, John Dahlgren—and I’m kicking things off with someone who truly lives from the heart: community builder, entrepreneur, and all-around force of nature, June An. In this...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to The Pretty Chill Podcast — Hosted by filmmaker and creative explorer John Dahlgren, this show brings you easygoing conversations with people he's met along the way — fellow creatives, entrepreneurs, athletes, and everyday cool people. With real talk about the climb: the turning points, detours, wins/losses, and the lessons that shape us. No hustle worship. No 10-step formulas. Just honest stories, insights, and hopefully some subtle inspo. Come hang out!

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johndahlgren15

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does The Pretty Chill Podcast have?

The Pretty Chill Podcast currently has 14 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is The Pretty Chill Podcast about?

Welcome to The Pretty Chill Podcast — Hosted by filmmaker and creative explorer John Dahlgren, this show brings you easygoing conversations with people he's met along the way — fellow creatives, entrepreneurs, athletes, and everyday cool people. With real talk about the climb: the turning points,...

How often does The Pretty Chill Podcast release new episodes?

The Pretty Chill Podcast has 14 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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