In this deeply inspiring episode, Aaron sits down with Ecuadorian-born creative Xavi Sotomayor — a visual storyteller and artistic videographer whose journey across the Americas has shaped his craft, his faith, and his view of purpose. From his early years immigrating to the U.S. and growing up in Indiana, to taking bold creative leaps out in Los Angeles, Xavi opens up about what it means to trust the process, lean into faith, and surrender to the path unfolding before him. Together they explore how belief in something greater has guided him through challenges and opportunities alike.

Beyond cameras and cinematography, Xavi’s story also embraces community and heart. A lifelong lover of soccer, he hasn’t just played — he now mentors and coaches a youth futbol team, turning his passion into purpose for the next generation. Whether he’s capturing moments behind the lens or nurturing young athletes on the field, this conversation is a heartfelt reminder that our stories, faith, and creativity can intersect in surprising and meaningful ways. Tune in for a powerful episode that hones in on determination, dreams, resilience, and leading with intention.

In this episode: Aaron sits down with James Street, the co-founder and co-CEO of Whalar Group and The Lighthouse. Originally from Britain, James has navigated the ups and downs of entrepreneurship—experiencing ventures that didn’t take off, learning from failure, and ultimately finding success with a thriving marketing agency and a unique co-working campus for creators. With locations in Venice, CA, and Brooklyn, NY, The Lighthouse is more than just a workspace—it’s a community where creativity, collaboration, and innovation intersect.

James shares his journey of building businesses while staying grounded, offering insights into resilience, creativity, and maintaining balance in a fast-paced world. From lessons learned through early setbacks to guiding large-scale creative projects today, this conversation is full of practical wisdom and inspiration for anyone looking to live "life on an even keel" while chasing big ambitions.

In this episode: Aaron reconnects with his long-time friend and former bandmate, Rick Ohrn. Watch and listen, as the Swede native opens up about his younger years, from being a problematic teen, to becoming a skilled guitar player, and prolific song writer. Rick's music journey would eventually see him land in Southern California, where he gained notoriety as the "rebellious" frontman, for the four-piece Rock outfit Rebel Hotel. After several years of rock 'n' roll chaos and debauchery, through some deep introspection, Rick found himself experiencing a deep spiritual awakening, in which he faced his inner-self, and dug deep within his soul to break through unwanted barriers. Currently he is learning to trust his intuition, and to allow the process of intuitive decision making to guide him on a clear path of understanding, whether it is effortless or challenging in nature. In the course of his awakening, Rick has gained a profound appreciation in aiding and assisting people. He feels a little goes a long way, whether it's listening, and/or physically helping someone in need. We hope you find Rick's story as entertaining and insightful as we did here at MSU!