Project Alchemy
263 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsThe 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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Bryan Clayton - DO the necessary work
December 14, 2021 18:54 - 32 minutes - 37.7 MBOn 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 thousands of transactions per day. On the podcast the boys spoke with Bryan about his journey from cutting his next door neighbors lawn to building one of the largest lawn care businesses in Tennesse and ...
Navy Seal Jon Macaskill - The Importance of Mindfulness
December 06, 2021 20:49 - 47 minutes - 54.7 MBOn 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 of todays episode includes mindfulness, stress, finding purpose, highschoo, and more. If you want to find more out about Jon click the links below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonmacaskill/ https://m...
Jesse Tyson - up your risk tolerance
November 29, 2021 11:00 - 52 minutes - 120 MBFrom sharecropper, to President of the National Black MBA association, to running his own business, Jesse Tyson sits down with us to speak about navigating risk, making connections, and starting from nothing.
Diane Allen - Find Your Flow State
November 22, 2021 17:27 - 32 minutes - 37.3 MBOn 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.
Using painting as self therapy - o8livious
November 15, 2021 21:03 - 35 minutes - 40.2 MBo8livious, 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... https://linktr.ee/o8livious https://www.instagram.com/o8livious/ https://www.tiktok.com/@o8livious? https://www.redbubble.com/people/o8livious/shop
The Dad Edge - Larry Hagner
November 08, 2021 20:22 - 1 hour - 160 MBLarry 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.
Larry Hagner
November 08, 2021 20:22 - 1 hour - 156 MBLarry 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.
How we got started together - The 5 AM Hustle Story
November 01, 2021 12:22 - 24 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this episode of the 5 AM Hustle Podcast, Jack and Namish talk about how their relationship first started with the podcast. They talk about the dynamic of a partner relationship, how their communication evolved, and the plans moving forward for the podcast.
Michael Baren - International Cheer Champion
October 25, 2021 22:39 - 32 minutes - 36.7 MBIn 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 of his videos! https://olympics.com/en/video/cheerleading-day-1-icu-world-championships-and-junior-world-championships-virtua https://cheerunion.org/wc_virtual_21/ Video is found under the tab "Sa...
Koya Webb - Control Your State
October 23, 2021 04:14 - 43 minutes - 50.1 MBOn 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.
Peter Shepherd - Double Your Rate of Failure
October 18, 2021 17:14 - 51 minutes - 58.8 MBIn this episode Namish and Jack talk with Peter Shepherd, founder of Human Periscope. Topics the boys talk about include stoicism, working through self doubt, overcoming imposter syndrome, Peter's definition of leadership, introverts in leadership, redundancy vs engagement, and the progression of consuming content. You can find Peter at humanperiscope.com If you liked this episode make sure to rate the podcast, give us feedback, and follow us on social media @5amhustlepodcast.
Calvin Cooper - Create Your Own Opportunities
October 15, 2021 18:31 - 27 minutes - 32 MBIn 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. You can find him on social. media @calvincooper
First Semester in College Reflection
October 11, 2021 18:00 - 14 minutes - 17.1 MBJack and Namish go into how their first semester has gone thus far. With midterms coming up, the boys discuss what they've learned about how to balance their schedule, being intentional about who they spend their time with, and general advice to other freshmen in college.
Max Klymenko - Win the Information War
October 08, 2021 10:00 - 45 minutes - 104 MBMax Klymenko is the founder of Klym&co, an advertising business focused on creating social good through communication.
Scott Griffin - Compassion Over Curiosity
October 04, 2021 16:22 - 25 minutes - 28.9 MBOn 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 best way to innovate, and why he chose to be an educator on top of being a businessman. If you like the podcast, make sure to rate it on iTunes and Spotify. We ask if you took value from this episode, s...
Arham Sheikh - Study Less to Do More
October 01, 2021 06:40 - 51 minutes - 58.8 MBOn 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.
Tej Patel - Adding Value to Your Audience
September 27, 2021 05:41 - 54 minutes - 125 MBTej Patel is a Creative Director, Filmmaker, and Photographer. Check him out here - https://www.tejpatel.com/
Vedanth Ganesh - Try to find perspective
September 26, 2021 01:09 - 27 minutes - 63.2 MBVedanth Ganesh is a student working on running a tutoring business, as well as creating a brand around learning about people's opinions.
Jason Zook
September 20, 2021 16:25 - 38 minutes - 87.2 MBJason Zook is the co-founder of Wandering Aimfully - an unboring business coaching company Here's where you can find him His book - https://amzn.to/3CpC7Zc Coaching program - wanderingaimfully.com Course software - teachery.co IG - instagram.com/jasondoesstuff
Budgeting your time with the number 168
September 18, 2021 22:46 - 5 minutes - 7.69 MBIn this episode, Namish discusses how you can budget your time week by week, and what you should prioritize.
Self judgment - Using Your Childhood as Perspective
September 15, 2021 18:40 - 7 minutes - 8.94 MBIn this episode Jack talks about how we was able to get over self judgement.
Stoicism
September 11, 2021 06:32 - 7 minutes - 16.3 MBOn this episode, Namish talks through a personal philosophy called Stoicism, centered around shifting your perspective to take advantage of your opportunities.
Ken Joslin - Grow Stack Drive
September 08, 2021 19:29 - 49 minutes - 57.1 MBToday on the Podcast, Jack talks with Ken Joslin about how young entrepreneurs can take control of their minds to become successful.
Jay Samit - Future Proofing You
September 03, 2021 20:36 - 55 minutes - 63.2 MBIn 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 episode they talked about Future Proofing You, the best book for millennial and Get Z to set themselves up for success down the road, how to find mentors, and how to be a disruptor.
How to get back on track
August 30, 2021 18:22 - 11 minutes - 13 MBIn this episode Jack talks about his transition to college and how he is dealing with unforeseen obstacles. He also brings up general strategies for getting into new routines.
Lisa Song Sutton - Creating a business in your free time is fun
August 25, 2021 12:09 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this episode Namish and Jack talk with Lisa Song Sutton about her business Sin City Cupcakes a boozy cupcake out of Las Vegas. She shares advice she's learned as a serial entrepreneur and top Las Vegas lawyer. If you want to learn what it truly takes to be successful, Lisa is a great example. She also shares about her time as Miss Nevada in 2014.
The Alchemist Book Review
August 13, 2021 20:34 - 8 minutes - 20.2 MBNamish runs a book review on the Alchemist by Paul Cohelo - a book about following your heart, and trusting the process.
Dana Budzyn
August 09, 2021 13:59 - 1 hour - 139 MBDana Budzyn is a co-founder of UBDI - a company focused on making user's data work for them. Join us as we discuss startup vs. corporate culture, realistically following your passions, and navigating uncertainty.
June Outro
July 01, 2021 01:38 - 4 minutes - 9.64 MBHere's a recap of June with key takeaways, and a brief explanation of what July will look like.
Don't just seize opportunities, create them
June 22, 2021 14:34 - 8 minutes - 7.75 MBNavigating Forced Change
June 14, 2021 23:42 - 5 minutes - 13.4 MBIn this episode, Namish talks about exploring change in inevitable situations, and moving on to future experiences.
I graduated... Now What?
June 08, 2021 00:31 - 16 minutes - 18.6 MBIn this episode Jack goes over the weird transition after graduating highschool, how to make the most of it, and transition smoothly to college.
Michael The Author Interview Part 2
June 05, 2021 02:44 - 42 minutes - 49.1 MBIn this episode Jack breaks down the second half the Michael The Authors new album "FALLING OR FLYING?"
Michael The Author: Falling Or Flying Part 1
May 31, 2021 20:47 - 43 minutes - 50.2 MBIn this episode Jack talks to up and coming rapper Michael the Author. They go through his story of getting into rapping, releasing albums, and jump into the first half of his newest album "Falling or Flying?" Look out for part two of this interview soon.
Mental Health Outro
May 26, 2021 10:00 - 4 minutes - 9.43 MBNamish gives us a recap of mental health month, as well as some advice for those on the horizon of change. He also dives into dealing with change in friendships and lifestyle.
How to help a friend-empathy
May 25, 2021 02:37 - 10 minutes - 11.7 MBIn this episode Jack talks about how to use empathy to help friends.
Positive Psychology with Dr. Geller
May 22, 2021 00:27 - 46 minutes - 53.3 MBIn this episode we talk with Dr. Geller for the second time. He explains to us the importance of positive psychology in this day and age.
Mind Body Connection
May 19, 2021 10:00 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MBIn this episode, Namish talks about a study showing how what we do with our bodies, often has an effect on the mind
Mental Health In Teens
May 18, 2021 11:59 - 12 minutes - 14.3 MBIn todays episode, Jack talks about mental health in teens and how you can navigate this crazy time in life as a team. Jack also gives perspective for any adults that may not know what may be going on in the teen mind especially right now.
Burnout
May 12, 2021 10:00 - 5 minutes - 13.1 MBIn this episode, Namish explores short term and long term burnout, while discussing how we can reactively deal with it.
Managing Stress
May 10, 2021 17:49 - 15 minutes - 17.9 MBIn this episode Jack talks about stress and how to manage it in different situations.
Asking for help
May 05, 2021 10:00 - 4 minutes - 11 MBFor the first episode of mental health month, Namish talks about the first stage to mental development - acknowledgement
MENTAL HEALTH INTRO
May 04, 2021 01:32 - 8 minutes - 9.19 MBIn this episode Jack breaks down the plan for this month. May is mental health awareness month so Jack and Namish thought it fitting for that to be the main focus. Look out for wednesdays episode on burnout.
Hamza Khan- Leadership Reinvented
April 30, 2021 18:27 - 56 minutes - 64.7 MBIn this episode, Namish and Jack speak with returning guest Hamza Khan about his new book leadership reinvented.
LEADERSHIP: Outro
April 29, 2021 02:42 - 5 minutes - 5.79 MBIn this episode Jack and Namish recap all that they have covered over the course of the month all about leadership. They revealed what they believe to be the most undervalued aspect of leadership. You.
LEADERSHIP: Servant Leadership
April 26, 2021 10:00 - 4 minutes - 11.1 MBNamish walks us through the concept of servant leadership: being a leader FOR those around you, and talks about how we can implement it into our organizations.
Servant Leadership
April 26, 2021 10:00 - 4 minutes - 9.9 MBNamish walks us through the concept of servant leadership: being a leader FOR those around you, and talks about how we can implement it into our organizations.
Ollie Henderson
April 23, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 86.3 MBOllie Henderson is the founder of Bamyazi, a work life balance company. Join us as we talk about maintaining balance in life, starting a business, and taking care of mental health.
LEADERSHIP: Extreme Ownership
April 21, 2021 10:00 - 10 minutes - 11.9 MBTodays episode is a breakdown of the concept of extreme ownership. This idea was made popular by Navy Seal and leadership expert, Jocko Willink. In this episode I'll share his story, what extreme ownership is, and how you can utilize it in your own life.