Setting Stages
By eddie macaranas
Setting StagesMar 28, 2019
S02E07: This DJ Be Quarantined - Faders, Fundraisers, & Frontliners
Connect with My Guest:
IG - @djmikerawk
Twitch - DJ Mike Rawk
Podcast - Street Eats and Dope Beats
Connect with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac and @settingstages
Twitter - @eddiemacaranas
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
S02E06: #STAYHOME with Melinda
Connect with My Guest
Instagram - @wheresmelindanow
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
S02E05: Caring Thru Quarantine
The COVID-19 aka Corona Virus pandemic has the world in quarantine and many of us in city-wide lock downs. Milad Sadegi is a photographer who shares his insight on managing a business, tending to clients, and caring for people during this time of uncertainty.
Connect with My Guest:
Milad Sadegi
IG - @bornpacific
Web - www.bornpacific.com
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
S02E04: He Triumphed Over Tragedy
Meet my close friend, Jeff. Listen to the story of how he lived through fast times, hard lessons, and ultimately triumphed over tragedy. Jeff shares his very personal story of overcoming drug abuse.
If you, or anyone you know, are in search of options to prevent or avoid harm to yourself or others,
please visit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration for resources.
BSEM 011: Meet Larry
This episode is based on a blog post I published back in 2012 about a kid named Larry and his little brother. You'll find a correlation between their relationship and the relationship you have with failure and shortcomings.
Interact with Me:
Personal IG - @_eddiemac
PodCast IG - @settingstages
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
S02E03: Gi and Me
This is the story of how my wife and I met. Gi and I had a very fast-moving relationship, and today you’ll learn just how unorthodox our life together came to what we know it to be.
We open up quite a bit, so you’ll get a taste of our dynamic as a couple and as parents. We share the challenges of being - for several years - the first among our friends to become parents, and we also answer questions that some listeners asked through social media!
Gi and I had a blast with this recording, and we think you could gain a little peace of mind knowing that we are probably more screwed up than you and yours. Bonus points if you can count how any times we reference alcohol throughout the episode. Enjoy!
Connect with My Guest:
Angelica Macaranas - @gigimac07
Interact with Me:
Personal IG - @_eddiemac
PodCast IG - @settingstages
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little - @iamryanlittle
8:24
I recorded an impromptu podcast.
Much like many of you, I’m currently struggling to unravel my thoughts and emotions from the tragic loss of Kobe Bryant - father, husband, friend, and NBA legend. The only way I really know how to express emotions these days, is through spoken word.
After two-and-half long days of marinating on everything that surrounds me, hesitating on sharing some sentiment around what so many of us are experiencing, I’ve decided to share with you a 24-minute word vomit of how I’ve been dealing with this, and perhaps you can confide in my words and find that you can relate.
Ultimately I want this to help you as much as it’s somehow helped me, even just a little.
BSEM 010: Top Podcasting Questions
There are three common questions I'm asked when it comes to podcasting. I'll share with you how I address those questions based on what I've learned in the last two years of hosting a podcast. Learn the simple way of kick-starting your own podcast journey. I'll convince you that you don't need fancy equipment. And finally, I'll teach you a strategy on how to prepare interview questions for guests, and also why you shouldn't.
Interact with Me:
Personal IG - @_eddiemac
PodCast IG - @settingstages
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
https://www.instagram.com/_eddiemac
https://www.instagram.com/settingstages
https://www.twitter.com/EddieMacaranas
https://www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
Intro/Outro Instrumentals by Ryan Little
S02E02: Take a Year Off to Travel the World
Meet the Suess Family! They took a year off of their life in California and decided to take the kids with them around the world for one year. Enjoy their story as they share their adventures abroad, the inspiration behind the year-long experience, some tips they learned along the way, and so much more.
Connect with My Guest:
IG - @suessfamily
Interact with Me:
Personal IG - @_eddiemac
PodCast IG - @settingstages
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
S02E01: I've Got a Lot of Explaining to Do
I'm BACK! To kick-start this second season, I've asked my friend, Ramon Gonzalez, to host the first episode as he interviews ME as the guest. It's been months since the last season of the show, and I'm excited to share with you what I've been up to, what I've learned about myself, some of my ups and definitely some downs. I've got so much to share from my absence that I couldn't possibly cover it all in one sitting. Enjoy this hour-long conversation of catching up, and look forward to learning more as I continue sharing with you in the next few months. Let's Go!
Connect with Ramon: IG - @spottyfishing
Interact with Me:
Personal IG - @_eddiemac
PodCast IG - @settingstages
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
S02E00: The First HOST is Announced!
Ep 026: Perfection isn't Killing Her Ambition
Steffy Abayan is a female vocalist from San Diego. She'll definitely dive into her journey in music, but what I learned from Steffy is that she's a great example of being "patient with the process." She stands by perfection as she works on her album (to be released this Summer 2019). Learn Steffy's method of songwriting, her take on the benefits of being an independent musician, and how she overcomes some challenges as a recording artist.
Connect with Steffy:
IG - @steffyabayanmusic
Interact with Me:
Personal IG - @_eddiemac
PodCast IG - @settingstages
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
BSEM 009: Throwback Thursday - Celebrating 25 Episodes of Setting Stages
Thanks for listening in for the past two years!
Interact with Me:
Personal IG - @_eddiemac
PodCast IG - @settingstages
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
Ep 025: How to Start Your Day at 4AM
It's been known that successful people start their day very early in the morning - as early as 4AM. This habit isn't for everyone, and today's episode will explain who should embrace the practice, and why some people shouldn't even try waking up that early. Starting your day in the early hours enables you to play on offense and prepare your mind to respond to challenges with alertness and composure. You're less reactive to unexpected demands, overwhelming inboxes, and making irrational decisions.
This episode features my friend and former co-worker, Ramon Gonzalez, who made the decision to join the successful elite by starting his day at 4:00 AM. He'll explain his step-by-step process of training his body to wake up before the sunrise, and explains the purpose behind this activity. If you're wondering where all his energy comes from, it starts with punching the day in the mouth at 4:00 AM.
Connect with Ramon:
Fitness Journey IG - @rg_fitness27
Fishing IG - @spottyfishing
Interact with Me:
Personal Blog IG - @_eddiemac
PodCast IG - @settingstages
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
BSEM 008: I Stepped Away from Social Media... Sorta
Taking a break from Social Media is healthy (or so I've read). In this episode I'll explain why I'm taking a hiatus, the benefits of putting down my phone, what I've learned in the process, and what I plan to do with my learning. Communication is a huge part of our connection as humans. How has Social Media impacted this connection? Does Instagram help or hurt our relationships? Listen in on my take as this social butterfly goes back to his cocoon to figure things out.
Interact with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
Ep 024: Our Dream Job is Our Day Job
Kevin and Dea Nguyen do what they love and love what they do. This formula, as cliche as it sounds, is exactly how they live, and they'll explain what it takes and how they do it. They are professional dancers who travel the world as teachers and document their journeys on their YouTube channel. No matter what passion project or dream job you might be chasing, Kevin and Dea's story is sure to inspire some transferable, actionable ideas into your plan on how to pursue living the life you desire. They'll cover the power of networking, managing work-life balance, and they speak sincerely about sacrifices and why they're worth it, if you're serious about your dream. Enjoy!
Connect with My Guests:
Kevin Nguyen IG - @kevywinz
Dea Nguyen IG - @deasevilla
Dance/Travel IG - @kevinanddeatravels
Web - www.kevinanddea.com
Interact with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
BSEM 007: She was Missing a Shoe!
Have you ever learned a new lesson or been reminded of a virtue when some subtle moment happens? It's difficult to explain, but one example might be the way a child's honesty and innocence can teach you a thing about humility, or about curiosity and excitement. This Back Stage installment recaptures a quick story that dates back to 2012 while I was dropping my son off at school on pajama day. Enjoy!
Interact with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - anchor.fm/eddiemac
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
Ep 023: A Leap of Faith Can Change Your Life, Joni Rayos
Connect with My Guest:
IG - @jonirayos
Web - www.themindsetgroup.com
Interact with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
Intro/Outro Music by Ryan Little
BSEM 006: The Importance of Having a Morning Routine
I share the morning activities that kick-start my day. If you're looking for consistency in your day, or are struggling to find time for yourself, this morning routine will help direct your day, make you feel more at peace, and bring balance to other areas of your life. I break down 5 Morning Activities that you can incorporate into you day, and what's exciting about it is that they can all be done in 45 minutes or less! Let's go!
Interact with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
Ep 022: Market Your Brand with Chris Morrison
Marketing your brand or business is a huge task, which is why I brought Chris Morrison onto the show. You'll learn some practical tips on how to gain relevant exposure for your business through social media and other marketing strategies. Chris is experienced in business to business and business to consumer sales and marketing, and he'll use his expertise to also answer questions from our following on social platforms.
Connect with My Guest:
IG - @chrism6056 and @morrison.marketing
Web - www.morrisonmarketing.solutions
Interact with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
Intro and Outro by Ryan Little
BSEM 005: Ask Me Anything
This SUPER fun Back Stage with Eddie Mac was the result of the Questions feature on Instagram. I encouraged my followers to ask me any question and I offered to answer them on today's episode! Followers wanted insight on love language, motivation for the podcast, positive attitude, and recognition at work.
Interact with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
PodCast - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
Ep 021: How to Better Handle Change
Meet Zander Beetge, a man who has endured a multitude of unique experiences throughout his life. Some of his challenges ranged from bullying in school, moving twenty-eight times by age 12, and growing up in a racially hostile community. All of this exposure has led Zander to create a strong sense of how to handle change.
Connect with My Guest:
IG - @zandrover
Email - zander@projectconservation.org
Interact with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
Subscribe - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
Intro and Outro Music by Ryan Little
BSEM 004: I Sucked at English
Interact with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
Subscribe - www.anchor.fm/eddiemac
Ep 020: How Being Yourself Leads to Growth
Jason and Thea Encabo are a husband-wife travel duo who created "Journey with Jasea" - a blog and Instagram page dedicated to documenting their global experiences. They also own and operate an online store called Beyond the Gift Shop.
They'll cover an array of topics ranging form social media community growth, authenticity as a strategy, parenthood, and the value of time vs. money.
Connect with My Guest:
IG - @journeywithjasea and @beyondthegiftshop
Web - www.journeywithjasea.com
Interact with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Twitter - @EddieMacaranas
Intro and Outro Music by Ryan Little
BSEM 003: How Can I Become Less Judgmental?
Last year someone asked me, "How Can I Become Less Judgmental?"
This is a BackStage episode that touches on self-awareness, empathy, and compassion.
Interact with me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Resrouces:
Zen Habits blog - zenhabits.net
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
Ep 019: I Angered My Parents to Go After My Dreams
Vee shares the struggles and sacrifice that came with her bold decision, how she went all in on her dreams, and the importance of following your heart.
Connect with Vee:
IG - @littlehoneyvee
Web - www.littlehoneyvee.info
Interact with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Intro and Outro Music by Ryan Little
BSEM 002: The Biggest Lesson I Learned in 2018
Listen to the story of how I encountered the most valuable lesson I learned last year.
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Interact with me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Related Setting Stages Episode:
The Truth About Lying to Yourself
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
Ep 018: How to Create Positive Lasting Memories, a Chat with Garry Ridge
Garry shares his childhood, early jobs, and transitions as a leader of a global organization. Through his experiences Garry learned (and continues to learn) that a sense of purpose ignites passion in life and in work, and this is a philosophy that all of WD40's Tribe Members embrace. How can you apply Garry's lessons in your life?
Connect with Garry RIdge:
WEB - wd40company.com
LinkedIn - Garry Ridge
Twitter - @LearningMoment
Interact with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Intro and Outro Music by Ryan Little
BSEM 001: How to Run 1 Mile a Day for 30 Days
Welcome to the first installment of BackStage with Eddie Mac! This is a spinoff of my original podcast show "Setting Stages with Eddie Mac" where I'll share my personal insight and experiences as an intimate look at how a regular guy (me) tries irregular things to overcome challenges and improve quality of life. I don't have sh*t figured out; I'm just trying to figure it out and share my process along the way!
This first installment of BackStage with Eddie Mac I'll share my tips on how to run one mile a day for 30 days (and hopefully longer)! As of this episode's premier, I'll have ran one mile minimum for 33 straight days. This is a challenge that gained popularity a few years back by the likes of health bloggers, celebrities, vloggers, and even Mark Zuckerberg. Some of these individuals ran a mile for 365 days straight!
I'll explain my experience so far, and the lessons I've learned in the process. Enjoy!
Interact with me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Intro/Outro Instrumental by Ryan Little
Ep 017: How to YouTube Your Passion with Aldryn Estacio
Aldryn Estacio (@aldryn) is a drone artist who broadcasts his passion for photography and tech on YouTube. In about a year-and-a-half, Aldryn has shared his unique user experience in gadgets to create a reputation as resource on the web, growing his following to 70k subscribers.
Aldryn shares his insight on how hard work, purpose, and honesty are key drivers to his ongoing success in his craft and continued growth on YouTube.
Connect with Aldryn Estacio:
IG - @aldryn
YouTube - flytpath
Interact with Me:
IG - @_eddiemac
Intro/Outro Music by Ryan Little
Ep 016: RJV Collectives
Fast forward to current day, and RJ is now a published illustrator for a children’s book whose art can also be found on album and record covers for hip-hop artists, and on multiple occasions his work has even been recognized by top-tier celebrities.
RJ (@rjv_collectives) talks about the complicated art of earning a paycheck for his passion. He’ll also share how he manages working a full-time day job and raising a family while side-hustling his profession in art - sound like you?
Whether you’re an artist or not, RJ’s perspective in this episode is sure to hit home with anyone pursuing ambitious goals.
Connect with RJ Vergara:
IG - www.instagram.com/rjv_collectives
Interact with Me:
www.instagram.com/_eddiemac
Intro/Outro Music by Ryan Little
Ep 015 (pt 2): 7 Countries in 7 Months with Marlina Moreno
You'll get to meet Marlina's husband and content creation partner, Zander. The two will take you back to their 7-month, 7-country road trip in Africa.
It's gonna be a fun (and emotional at times) conclusion to the two part series featuring Marlina Moreno.
Connect with Marlina and Zander:
IG Marlina - www.instagram.com/marlinamoreno
IG Zander - www.instagram.com/zandrover
Blog - www.margonewild.com
Interact with Me:
www.instagram.com/_eddiemac
Intro/Outro Music by Ryan Little
Ep 015 (pt. 1): A Jane of All Trades, Marlina Moreno
Ep 014: My Life as an Adventure-Seeker, Melinda Guerrero
Connect with My Guest:
Melinda Guerrero - www.instagram.com/wheresmelindanow
Connect with Me:
www.instagram.com/_eddiemac
Intro/Outro Music by Ryan Little
www.instagram.com/iamryanlittle
Ep 013: How a TBI Shifted My Life
Links:
Alastaire Vicente - www.instagram.com/e1337hax0r
Ceci Angelica - www.instagram.com/c.angelanova
Intro/Outro Music by:
Ryan Little - "Dawn"
Ep 012: A Conversation with Our Oldest Son, Dante
Connect with Me:
www.instagram.com/_eddiemac
Intro/Outro Music:
Ryan Little - www.instagram.com/iamryanlittle
Ep 011: Quantity vs Quality and Staying Authentic with Nomis
Nomis Links:
Instagram - instagram.com/nomishiphop
Spotify - open.spotify.com/artist/1pu7JlJwcHBIK3nxGbYCIJ
Rhodes to Rome - itunes.apple.com/us/album/rhodes-…-rome/1398905602
Interact:
www.instagram.com/_eddiemac
Intro/Outro Music:
Ryan Little - www.instagram.com/iamryanlittle
Ep 007: How I Became a Restaurant Owner, Carlsky Quichocho
Links:
Guahan Grill Website - www.guahangrill.com/
Guahan Grill IG - www.instagram.com/guahangrill/
Carlsky Quichocho IG - www.instagram.com/quich004/
Follow Me:
Eddie Mac - www.instagram.com/_eddiemac/
Intro/Outro By:
Ryan Little
www.instagram.com/iamryanlittle/
Ep 009: The Truth About Lying to Yourself, Nick Keomahavong
Links:
Nick on Facebook - www.facebook.com/therapywithnick
Nick's email - therapywithnick@gmail.com
Nick's Online Course:
thealchemistschool.thinkific.com/courses/findingyourself
Follow Me:
www.instagram.com/_eddiemac
Intro/Outro Music By:
Ryan Little - www.instagram.com/iamryanlittle
Ep 008: Donovan Macaranas, My Eight-Year-Old
Links:
Donovan IG - www.instagram.com/_dondonmac
DonovanVlogs YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCvc7__85ikCguI-JjBVVk-A
Intro/Outro By:
Ryan Little - www.instagram.com/iamryanlittle
Ep 006: Finding Your Identity & Purpose with Joshua Johnson
Links:
Joshua Johnson - www.instagram.com/_joshuaa
3rd Phase - www.3rdphasewellness.com
Follow me:
www.instagram.com/_eddiemac
Intro/Outro Music by Ryan Little
Ep 005: Boba Talk, MELshake, and Setting Stages Collab
Podcast Collaborators:
BOBA TALK with ANNA SARAO
soundcloud.com/nnaarao
www.instagram.com/annasara0
MELSHAKE with MELISSA ADAO
soundcloud.com/melissaadao
www.instagram.com/melissaadao
Follow me:
www.instagram.com/_eddiemac
Intro/Outro Music by:
www.instagram.com/iamryanlittle
Ep 004: Gabe Medina Creator & Designer of Emanon Clothing
links:
www.emanonclothing.com
Gabe Medina IG: www.instagram.com/guiltygabe
Emanon IG: www.instagram.com/emanon_emn
Follow me:
www.instagram.com/_eddiemac
Intro/Outro Music By:
www.instagram.com/iamryanlittle
Ep 003: Keone and Mari Madrid
Links:
Keone - www.instagram.com/keonemadrid
Mari - www.instagram.com/_marimadrid
Follow me:
www.instagram.com/_eddiemac
Intro/Outro Music by Ryan Little
Ep 002: The Patience and Creativity of Inventors
Links:
Shop Headrests - www.cardiffproducts.com
Instagram - www.instagram.com/cardiffproducts
Follow me:
www.instagram.com/_eddiemac
Ep 001: A Creative with Left-Brain Skill Sets, Anna Sarao
This is the FIRST episode of Setting Stages with Eddie Mac, and we've got FIRE!
My guest is Anna Sarao, best known for her work as CEO of Body Rock Dance Competition and Body Rock Junior. Anna shares her start in the dance community and her journey through success in producing what many call "The Super Bowl of Hip-Hop Dance Competitions." Anna also shares her experiences through betrayal and depression, and how having a bigger purpose led to perseverance.
Links:
Anna Sarao - www.instagram.com/annasara0
Follow me:
www.instagram.com/_eddiemac