What if the key to happiness isn’t success, wealth, or recognition — but helping someone else?

On this episode of Daily Influence, Gregg-Brooke Koleno sits down with film producer, social entrepreneur, and humanitarian Peter Samuelson to explore how influence, storytelling, and service intersect to create lasting change.

From producing major Hollywood films like Revenge of the Nerds and Return of the Pink Panther to founding global nonprofits including Starlight Children’s Foundation, First Star, and Everyone Deserves a Roof (EDAR), Peter shares the pivotal moments that shaped his life of purpose.

In this powerful conversation, you’ll hear:

• How one teacher’s belief changed the trajectory of Peter’s life

• The deeply personal story that inspired the creation of Starlight

• Why “selflessness can be selfish” — and why that’s a good thing

• How First Star is helping foster youth attend college at 10x the national rate

• Why failure is essential to growth and responsible influence

• The connection between storytelling, philanthropy, and real-world impact

• His perspective on AI, ethics, and protecting young minds

• Why helping others is the most reliable path to long-term happiness

Peter reminds us that influence is not about accumulation — it’s about contribution. It’s about recognizing asymmetry in the world and choosing to apply energy where it’s needed most.

Whether you’re a leader, parent, entrepreneur, or simply someone who wants to make a difference but isn’t sure where to begin, this episode will challenge and inspire you to step outside yourself and take action.

Because as Peter says, the meaning of life isn’t found in what we gather — it’s found in what we give.

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Listen now and be reminded: small actions truly can create extraordinary impact.