Curious with Calvin Wayman
254 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 49 ratingsRaw, Unscripted, and unedited--because real conversations are the best conversations. Brought to you by the author of Fish Out of Water, entrepreneur, and all-around curious dude, Calvin Wayman.
In this show, you get to join authentic, unscripted, and unedited conversations with some of your favorite people around business, tech, tools, people, and pop culture to satisfy all that makes you curious.
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Ep253-5 Books to Improve Your Mental Health During Quarantine for COVID-19
March 24, 2020 14:25 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBWhat if you could gain control in the exact moment you feel like you’re losing control? COVID-19 is still in full swing. What we are dealing with is unprecedented. Chances are, while you’re reading this, you’re under quarantine. There are still many questions left unanswered which can lead to many feelings of uncertainty. With that uncertainty, taking care of yourself has never been more important—specifically, taking care of your mental health during this pandemic. Amidst the uncertaint...
Ep252-Become a Successful Speaker in 2020 with Amy Landino
January 27, 2020 15:33 - 43 minutes - 80 MB"Put your reps in." This is the central advice Amy Landino gives me in this episode of Curious, where we talk about how to get out of obscurity as a speaker and be recognized as one of the best and brightest. Amy, who has built a career as one of the most popular productivity and lifestyle Youtubers for over a decade, has now went on to write "Good Morning, Good Life: 5 Simple Habits to Master Your Mornings and Upgrade Your Life" and "How to Vlog Like a Boss", as well as becoming part of...
Ep251-How to Bounce Back After Getting Kicked In the Teeth with Mike Sczcesniak
January 15, 2020 19:35 - 52 minutes - 97.2 MBWhat was one of your toughest lessons from 2019? Last year was, for some people, quite a challenging one. Not just for me, but for many others too. In this episode, I jam with Mike Sczcesniak. We talk about some of the hardest challenges 2019 dished out, and how we overcame each low point and turned them into growth. We talk about disappointment, missed goals, vulnerability, and never settling for lowering our targets just because we failed to hit them the first time. We also talk about ...
Ep251-Something is Coming!
October 28, 2019 07:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBThe Podcast is back! And for our first episode in a while, we have Sagi Shrieber: entrepreneur and host of the Creativepreneur podcast. He'll be jamming with us as we talk about something ALL entrepreneurs struggle with: putting ourselves out there and taking the RISK. Sagi and I talk about our experiences of going down that path and taking a huge LEAP into the unknown. We talk about encountering hurdles, being stuck, and going beyond that rut. Most importantly, we talk about how we brea...
Ep250-Changes Are A-Comin!
August 19, 2019 11:26 - 9 minutes - 8.94 MBAnd just like that, we’re are at episode 250!! Can you believe it?? It’s been such a fun journey up to this point. Podcasting has been an amazing avenue to learn about amazing topics and people, and even a place to explore myself more. With that said, there are major changes coming to the show! I talk about them in today’s episode. If you’re someone that’s listened to even 1 episode, I just want to say “THANKS!” Now, it’s time to take things even deeper in the quest ...
Ep249-The Ridiculously Easy Way to Accomplish Big Things!
August 16, 2019 12:26 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBHow do you go about losing 50 pounds, or running 50 miles, or removing $50k in debt? Or even doing something like getting paid to speak, or publishing your first book? The answer is simpler than you think. If you’re a BIG dreamer, and now you’re just wondering how to make it happen, this episode is for YOU! #StayCurious
Ep248-Bouncing Back with Mike Young
August 14, 2019 11:17 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBHave you ever felt like quitting? When you’re at the end of your rope, how do you bounce back? On today’s show, I’m speaking with Mike Young, host of the Made Over podcast. Mike has his fair share of experiences with hitting road blocks. But what’s been super inspiring is seeing how he not only hit into those obstacles, but also find the light at the end of the tunnel. He’s documented his “way out,” and also inspires others to do the same. If you’ve ever felt...
Ep247-How to Publish a Book in Less Than 2 Months
August 12, 2019 13:29 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBHave you ever wanted to write a book? Most people do. What’s also true, is most people never will. Why? Simply, they don’t know where to start. On today’s show, I’m going to share how you could make your dream a reality—how to publish your book in under 2 months! #StayCurious
Ep246-I'm Giving Away My Book for Free!!
August 09, 2019 13:34 - 12 minutes - 11 MBDid you know that 92% of goal-setters FAIL?! Yup. Change of subject. Have you ever gone after something, only to eventually lose steam? Well, that’s why 3 years ago I wrote Fish Out of Water: The Guide To Achieving Breakthrough and Permanently Transforming Into The New You! And on today’s episode, I’m calling it “Give Day Friday!” because to celebrate the 3-year anniversary, I’m giving Fish Out of Water for FREE! Yup. Strings attached? Zero. There are other cool priz...
Ep 245-How Do You Go From Broke to Multi-Six Figures? with Chad Thibodeaux
August 07, 2019 12:38 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBHow do you go from broke to multi-six figures, and even into seven figures? That’s what Chad Thibodeaux and I talk about on today’s show. This episode is JAM PACKED with valuable takeaways from beginning to end. If you’re looking to “make it” in business, this is your episode. Enjoy the show! #StayCurious
Ep244-Live Coaching Call: Real Conversation on Brainstorming a Lead Magnet
August 05, 2019 15:50 - 37 minutes - 34 MBThis episode is pulling back the curtain a bit—something I’ve never done. I actually didn’t know if I for sure was going to make this an actual episode, but here you go. Do you ever wish you could be a “fly on the wall” in real business situation? On today’s episode, it’s a real conversation with my coaching client Carrie Paxton on brainstorming ideas for “lead magnets” that she can create for her business. I think it’s a cool view into how the creative process looks...
Ep243-3 Stupid-Simple Ideas To Make You a Genius Marketer
August 02, 2019 07:00 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBThe biggest opportunity in my business over the past year is getting better at marketing. That’s a fancy of way of saying, historically, I’ve sucked at marketing. At least, I haven’t been up to par with what I know is possible. The good news is, I’ve become obsessed with understanding marketing better over this year, and on today’s show, I’m distilling it down to 3 super simple ideas that has helped me understand marketing in a completely deeper way. No matter what bu...
Ep242-Emerging with Chance Cessna
July 31, 2019 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB“You’ll never meet your destiny in your comfort zone.” That line gives the perfect taste of today’s episode. I’m speaking with Chance Cessna. She’s someone who din’t start off with the best of circumstances. But in her homelessness, to being in debt, depression, and a mountain of other things, she still managed to use her rock bottoms as a platform to build upon. She declared that she would go from the “pit the palace.” The story is remarkable. She shares not only how she ...
Ep241-Rethinking Money with Dustin Heiner and Sagi Shrieber
July 29, 2019 07:28 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBOn today’s show, I’m in San Diego hanging out with two entrepreneurs—Dustin Heiner and Sagi Shrieber. The topic? Money. We go deep in thinking of money in more of a positive light, but also how coming from a place of “giving” dramatically increases abundance in your life. #StayCurious
Ep240-Finding Your Next Step
July 26, 2019 06:52 - 5 minutes - 5.47 MBHow do you find your “next step?” This is a question I get all the time, especially when it comes to people trying to find their passion. But on today’s short episode, I have the answer (and a challenge) and it might be easier than you think. Let’s dive in :) #StayCurious
Ep239-Making Your Passion REAL with Jessica Leigh
July 24, 2019 08:19 - 42 minutes - 39 MB“How do I find my passion?” “I know what my calling is, but how do I actually go about putting it into action?” These are two statements I hear ALL. THE. TIME. On today’s episode, I’m pumped to be chatting with Jessica Leigh in this very area! Jessica shares the impact she’s making in the world (based on her passion to helping women feel seen and heard), but it gets even better. We also open the hood on her business that makes it happen. Yup. Unlike ever befor...
Ep238-Millionaire Reveals His Secrets to Growing His Business Through Youtube with Anik Singal
July 22, 2019 11:37 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MB“Making money online is so hard!” Or is it? Several people seemed to have cracked the code. What’s even more badass is when those people have a giving heart and want to share the goodness with others. Enter Anik Singal, CEO of Lurn—the future of entrepreneur incubation. On today’s show, Anik and I get more detailed than I ever have on the under belly that makes an online campaign work. Specifically, we talk about YouTube advertising, and how simple it can be to start...
Ep 237-How Did Lil Nas X Break the Internet?
July 19, 2019 07:25 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBHow did a 20 year old kid, With no prior country music experience, DELIBERATELY go viral and break all the records for a new “country song?” We’re talking about Lil Nas X, and his insanely big hit song, Old Town Road. This is something that most singers and song writers for their entire careers will never taste. And yet, this guy pulled it off—on purpose! How? How? How? How? That’s what we’ll dissect. Let’s dive in! #StayCurious
Ep 236-How One Multi-Millionaire Built His Empire with Bryan Jackson
July 17, 2019 09:25 - 1 hour - 57.6 MB4 years ago, I quit my day-job cold turkey to pursue my dream of going full-time into entrepreneurship. The first thing I did was start knocking door-to-door to sell solar. One of the people that made that opportunity possible was a guy named Bryan Jackson—the founder of Solcius, the solar company I was partnered with. On today’s show, we talk how Bryan went from starting a company where he was so poor that he rode his bicycle to work—45 miles each way!—to building one of ...
Ep 235-Secrets to Being a Sales Ninja with Nikolas Elliot
July 15, 2019 08:38 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBIt’s one of the oldest professions in the world. (And no, not that—get your mind out of the gutter) It’s something that is needed for every single company to survive. If you are a parent, you need this to help your kids be awesome AND think it was their idea. It’s the one skill that even in a recession, if you’re a pro, you will be irreplaceable. What skill is that? Sales. Yup, sales. No matter what you do for a living, if you interact with other human ...
Ep 234-How to Beat Fear at Its Own Game
July 12, 2019 07:00 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBWhat holds people back from going after their dreams? Why do we sometimes sabotage our own success? One little F-word (and no, it’s not fuck). Fear. Fear kills more dreams than failure ever will. But is it possible to beat it? One-MILLION-percent! But it’s not how you might think. On today’s show, I’m answering Fan Questions and sharing how high achievers beat fear, and how you can, too. #StayCurious
Ep 233-Is Passion Even a Thing? with Tyler Babin
July 10, 2019 08:37 - 37 minutes - 34 MBAre creatives born, or made? How do you find your passion? Is that even “a thing?” How do you get yourself to go do the things you want to do? How do you face the fear? This and more is the conversation today with Tyler Babin (@Babin) on the podcast. If you’re curious about creativity and finding your mark on the world, this is for you. #StayCurious
Ep 232-Getting Nerdy About Youtube with Aaron Biblow and Triston Goodwin
July 08, 2019 16:40 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBThis conversation, ROCKS! If you think you know all the ins-and-outs of YouTube, think again! From a business standpoint, it’s CRAZY the stuff you can do. On today’s show, I’m talking with two YouTube ninjas, Aaron Biblow and Triston Goodwin, and we go deep in several areas of what you can do with the platform. If you have a business you’re looking to grow, or just love YouTube, this is an episode for you. Enjoy! #StayCurious
Ep231-Stuck Happens
July 05, 2019 07:00 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBStuck happens. It’s just the truth. And what’s true, is I’m feeling that right now. On this Fan Question Friday episode, I just hit “record” before I even know what I want to talk about. What that leaves is just pure, brutal, honesty of where things are at. I usually don’t do episodes like this, but I wanted to share it because it’s real. I hope someone else going through changes in their life sees that they’re not alone. #StayCurious
Ep230-Challenging Your Way to Rock-Solid Confidence with Elishia Ortiz
July 03, 2019 07:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBQuestion: what’s the most challenging thing you’ve (deliberately) done to push yourself? Is it signing up for an insanely difficult race you never thought you would do? Is it starting a business? Or perhaps it’s joining a fitness competition, just to see how it changes you? Well on today’s show, that’s what Elishia Ortiz did. She started competing 2 years ago, and it’s wild the benefits that challenging herself has had in her life. Life is about finding your l...
Ep229-How To Grow A Giant Business Organically with Nicola Hill
July 01, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 69 MBWow. What a fun conversation! If you’re new to entrepreneurship, or want to be your own boss, then conversation is a MUST LISTEN. I’m speaking with Nicola Hill. She talks about how she went from a freelancer, to getting her businesses acquired TWICE. The best part is how she talks about growing her business is something ANYONE can do, as long as they have a Facebook account. AND, it’s all done ORGANICALLY. It’s a ton of fun. Enjoy the show! :) #StayCurious
Ep 228-7 Unknown Facts About Elon Musk
June 28, 2019 07:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBElon Musk—we know him as the billionaire entrepreneur for SpaceX, Tesla, Solar City, and more. But have you ever pulled the layers back to uncover details about this guy? I’ve been geeking out on Elon Musk, and on today’s Fan Question Friday, I’m going to share 7 unknown facts about Elon Musk that you probably haven’t heard of before. #JoinIn! And #StayCurious
Ep 227-Is Happiness Possible Without Religion? with Joost Janssen
June 26, 2019 11:53 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBIs happiness possible without religion? When you’re from a super religious environment, transitioning out of it can be a super painful experience. You end up leaving something that’s the only thing you’ve ever known. But, for anyone who’s been thing the struggle after a while, knows that there can become a brighter side. On today’s show, I’m talking with Navy Seal and keynote speaker Joost Janssen, and we have a super intimate and candid conversation at his house about fa...
Ep226-Life Lessons From Stand Up Comedy with Bryce Prescott
June 24, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBMinor secret reveal: I’ve been playing with stand up comedy. Yes. I’ve been getting up in front of the room and seeing if I can get people to giggle. “But Calvin! How can you do that, you’re not very funny!” Hush. That is besides the point. You won’t see it anywhere else on social media because it’s quite early, and it’s just “my” thing—just something I’m trying. I’m a speaker, so I like things that keep me sharp. Besides, I love the challenge of it all. (...
Ep225-3 Hacks On Getting Up Early Every Single Day
June 21, 2019 09:34 - 14 minutes - 13 MBOne of the number one habits high achievers wish to build: getting up early. One of the most difficult habits to build consistently: getting up early. On today’s Fan Question Friday, I’m going to share 3 habit hacks to getting up early in the morning, each and every time. Do you have any tricks that help you wake up and stay awake? #StayCurious
Ep224-To Six-- Then To Seven Figures with Bobby Stocks
June 19, 2019 09:46 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBHow do you start growing your business when you’re brand new? What do you do when you hit a plateau? How do you break the barrier between six- and seven figures? Well look no further! Because the conversation today with Bobby Stocks is full of GOLD! If you’re a new entrepreneur or someone who’s been doing well but looking to crack that next level, I believe this is an episode that can make it happen. Today’s episode is why I believe it pays to #StayCurious
Ep223-The Value of Tribe with Brittany Michalchuk
June 17, 2019 11:11 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBLife isn’t always easy. And if you’re someone who is looking to make your mark on the world, that task can feel very daunting. What’s something that can help give us the power to push through when things get tough? What can give us the inspiration and support to make our impact? One word: tribe. The people you hang with matters. On today’s show, Brittany Michalchuk and I are talking about the importance of getting around the right kinds of people and how it can ...
Ep222-3 Steps on Starting Your Own Podcast
June 14, 2019 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.93 MBSo you listen to podcasts. It’s one of your favorite things to do. You can listen while you’re at the gym, on a drive, or sometimes even at work. They’re awesome! But…have you ever thought of starting one of your own? Many people have, and they wonder what it would take to get it going? Well on today’s show, I’m going to share how starting a podcast is much easier than you might think. I’ll share the 3 steps (and 2 bonus steps) to getting it going. This isn’t go...
Ep221-Finding the Good in Any Situation with Marissa Casey
June 12, 2019 08:09 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBIn 2013, a small town called Lyons Colorado experienced flooding that people there had never seen before. 8 people were killed, and many people lost their homes and everything else in it. One of those people was Marissa Casey—who was woken by her mom in the middle of the night because their house was flooding. On today’s show, I’m talking with Marissa and sharing her perspective of the entire experience. Her viewpoint might surprise you. If you’ve ever had a major str...
Ep220-The Modern-Day Businessman with Nicholas Bayerle
June 10, 2019 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBWe hear a ton about toxic masculinity. But what does healthy masculinity look like, and where can it be explored? That’s what my man Nicholas Bayerle and I talk about on today’s episode. Nicholas is the founder of an event called Billion Dollar Body Live—an event dedicated to help men excel in key areas in their life. The event is coming up this Friday. #TuneIn! #StayCurious
Ep219-My Favorite Moment From the Thrive Weekend in Vegas
June 07, 2019 15:55 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBA week ago I was in Las Vegas from one of my favorite events of the year—Thrive: Make Money Matter. There were many highlights from the event, but there was a major one that stood out, and that’s what I’m sharing on today’s Fan Question Friday episode. #TuneIn and #StayCurious
Ep218-Uncovering Your Story with Brittany Michalchuk and Kayla Cardona
June 05, 2019 18:13 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBWe all have a story to tell. And it’s in the uncovering of that story that can feel you and impact others. But telling your story for the first time can be intimidating. How do you actually go about getting started? On today’s show, Brittany Michalchuk, Kayla Cardona and I are chatting about just that. Join us! #StayCurious
Ep217-The More of Less (and the Power of Minimalism) with Joshua Becker
June 03, 2019 18:28 - 39 minutes - 36 MBJoshua Becker is the Wall Street Journal and USA Today best-selling author of The Minimalist Home, The More of Less, Clutterfree with Kids and Simplify. He is the Founder and Editor of Becoming Minimalist, a website dedicated to intentional living visited by over 1 million readers every month with a social media following of over 1.5 million. His online course, Uncluttered, has helped over 30,000 people declutter their homes and live a more intentional life because of it.
Ep216-Wrapping Up Our Time in Phoenix
May 31, 2019 07:13 - 5 minutes - 5.45 MBThat’s a wrap! We just barely finished our 3 months in Phoenix. Here are some final thoughts.
Ep215-Chasing the High with Michael G. Dash
May 29, 2019 07:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBAddiction. It something that affects many of us one way or another. Even if we aren’t the person who experiences addiction, chances are we know someone who’s been affected by in. Addiction is something Michael Dash is no stranger to—and something he’s now opening up about in his brand new book called Chasing The High (now on pre-order!) In today’s episode, we’re going to talk everything addiction, and also what people can do to break free from it’s grasp. It’s gonna b...
Ep214-2 Keys to Growing and Exploding as an Entrepreneur with Kurt Walker
May 27, 2019 09:12 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBBeing an entrepreneur is no easy business. You’ve heard the stats, right? How most new businesses fail? What do the 5% have that many do not have at a high level? It’s two things. The right resources, and the right relationships. On today’s show, I’m talking with Kurt Walker about start-up financing, as well as the importance of getting around other crazy people like you. #TuneIn and #StayCurious
Ep213-How to Create a Ton of Content for Social Media
May 24, 2019 07:00 - 8 minutes - 8.16 MBOn today’s Fan Question Friday episode, I answer a question I’ve gotten a million times—how do you pump out as much content as you do on social media, and how can I do it too? The answer may surprise you. It’s not about having an awesome scheduling software. And it’s not about “batching” or “repurposing.” It’s about something much more fundamental. Let’s dive in! #StayCurious
Ep212-Before Pushing Yourself Too Far with Colie Wasmund
May 22, 2019 07:40 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBThere’s a fine line between pushing yourself and pushing yourself too far. But what’s the difference? “No pain no gain” after all, right? How do you know when it’s pain for good, or pain for “holy shit this isn’t good?” On today’s show, that’s what my friend Colie Wasmund and I talk about. She’s competed in two body-building competitions. She shares what she learned from the competitions, but also what we can do differently if we want to avoid the pain that she went through. ...
Ep211-Biohacking to Your Best Life with Michael Huey
May 20, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBIs it possible for “healthy” foods to be bad for you? How do you know what’s good for your exact body? Well the great news is, there is a TON of new research around biohacking and what’s good (or bad) for you, all thanks to information found in your gut. (The findings may surprise you.) On today’s episode, I’m talking with entrepreneur, biohacker and health nerd Michael Huey, and we talk about all of these things and more. #TuneIn and #StayCurious
Ep210-Revealing What's On My Audible
May 17, 2019 07:00 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBDid you know you can tell a lot about someone by seeing what’s on the home screen of their phone? It’s true. But, don’t worry, I won’t be asking to share in the comments what’s on your home screen ;) One of the apps on my home screen though is Audible. And even deeper than seeing what is on someone’s home screen, you can learn a lot about someone by seeing what books they’re listening to. So on today’s Fan Question Friday episode, I’m going to pull the curtain back and reveal t...
Ep209-Dominating at Instagram, Business, and Life with Jordan Syatt
May 15, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBGetting yourself to do shit that scares you. How to breakthrough a bad day (even before it happens!) How to win on Instagram. Getting back on track with your health and fitness goals. And last but not least, the importance of unicorn blood and ass cracks for your success. All of this and MORE is covered in today’s podcast conversation with Jordan Syatt (@GaryVee’s personal trainer). It’s absolute fire. This is an episode that missing would be a huge mistak...
Ep208-Two Americans Experiencing Europe for the First Time with Bekah Wayman
May 13, 2019 08:11 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBHave you ever been to Europe? What did you like best? What did you notice that was different to your home country? On today’s show, Bekah and I share our experiences from visiting London and Paris for the first time. We had a BLAST, and we share some of our journey here. Tune in. #StayCurious
Ep207-"Life, You Suck" - A Poem by Yours Truly
May 10, 2019 09:11 - 8 minutes - 7.81 MBHey hey! On today’s Fan Question Friday, I’m sitting here in Paris, France. While in the city that inspires artists from all over the world, I thought I’d to share something I wrote with you—a poem. I’ve been writing more and more lately, and this is a (dark) piece that came through me recently, and I would love your reaction on it. Sometimes, life is hardly bearable. But I think one of the worst things we can do is ignore the feelings we they hit us. This poem is designed ...
Ep206-Round 2 with Taylor Clark
May 08, 2019 07:00 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBTaylor Clark was here for episode 89 of my podcast, and now is back to chop it up for episode 206! How does one find their tribe? How is something you can do to grow beyond the bubble you were born into? How do you get yourself to do the things you really want to do? That’s what Taylor and I talk about on today’s show. It’s rad. Join us! :) #StayCurious
Ep205-High Performance in Business and Life with Mike Szczesniak
May 06, 2019 07:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MBHow’s the correlation between high performance in business, and high performance in life? Can pushing yourself in health have a positive affect in your career? On today’s show, the person on the other end of the mic is, well, Mike. It’s my brother from another mother Mike Szczesniak. (Ridiculous last name, I know. You’ll have to catch the episode to see how to actually pronounce it.) We’re going to jam on everything high performance. Join the convo! #StayCurious...