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The RebelRebel Podcast is a regular dive into the hearts and minds of creative rebels and entrepreneurs who are making the world a better and more interesting place—it's a love letter to everyone who thinks audaciously and acts courageously in service to their passion and purpose—ikigai. 2023 CANADIAN PODCAST AWARDS NOMINATION Outstanding Business Series 2021 CANADIAN PODCAST AWARDS NOMINATION Outstanding Business Series 2020 CANADIAN PODCAST AWARDS NOMINATION Outstanding Business Series 201 ...
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From Football to Futurism with Chris Doelle
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“Be afraid, but go anyway.” Texas polymath Chris Doelle shares how curiosity, creativity, and persistence took him from cinnamon toothpicks to podcasting’s earliest days, AI strategy, and even board games that bring legendary football teams to life. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your story w…
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“There’s never going to be the perfect time to take a leap.” AI strategist and global HR leader Dan Friker shares how curiosity, culture, and tech are reshaping the world of work—and why small businesses can now play big. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your story with the world. In This Episo…
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“Why hit the bottom? Just go up from where you are.” A laughter leader. A worm advocate. A wellness warrior. Cathy Nesbitt is transforming stress into joy—one giggle and compost bin at a time. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your story with the world. In This Episode Cathy Nesbitt joins Michae…
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Making Media That Matters with Guillermo Barraza
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“I wish people would just know that their fear is what is stopping them” A misfit. A filmmaker. A disruptor for good. Guillermo Barraza is building a future where creators know their power—and how to use it responsibly. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your story with the world. In This Episode…
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Wear Your Inside on the Outside with Stacey Gonder
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“People don’t belong in boxes” A disruptor. A costumer. A soul stylist. Stacey Gonder fuses fashion and mindset to help people stop hiding—and start showing up as themselves. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your story with the world. In This Episode In this episode, Michael Dargie connects wit…
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“There’s always going to be problems—but now you can build your way out of them faster than ever before.” An engineer. A founder. A fan-first futurist. Michael Dodsworth is building smarter launch systems and reminding us all to focus on the next boulder. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your s…
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The Death Metal Director with Logan Mulligan
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“Authenticity is your superpower on video.” Michael Dargie chats with Logan Mulligan, co-founder of Digital Sonder and certified creative rebel, for a conversation that covers everything from the art of storytelling to the terror of open water. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your story with t…
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From Ministry to Marketing with Jeremy LaDuke
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“Don’t give up. The world needs what you’re building.” Michael Dargie connects with Jeremy LaDuke, founder of Epic Nine and author of Climb, for a conversation about marketing, reinvention, and what it means to find purpose after leaving everything behind. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your …
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Cancer Can’t Cancel Purpose with Terry Tucker
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“You don’t kill your inner critic. You just tell her to wait her turn.” Michael Dargie speaks with Terry Tucker, a man who’s lived many lives: Division I basketball player, SWAT hostage negotiator, undercover cop, cancer warrior, author, and motivational speaker. Terry’s journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and redefining what it means to liv…
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From Rock Bottom to Top 100 with Kevin Palmieri
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“The people who support you will be louder than the ones who don’t.” Michael Dargie welcomes Kevin Palmieri, co-founder and host of Next Level University and Podcast Growth University, for a raw and inspiring conversation about rebuilding your life with intention. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and sha…
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Don’t Kill the Inner Critic with April Dávila
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“Weird isn’t weird if you own it. It’s your superpower.” Michael Dargie catches up with novelist and writing coach April Dávila for a conversation full of unexpected turns, from evacuating wildfires in L.A. to fondling caramel tubes at Starbucks (it’s a writer thing). This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and…
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“All we have is what we leave behind.” Michael Dargie reconnects with Ian Harrison—artist, futurist, founder of SneakAR—for a freewheeling conversation about authenticity, immersive fashion, and making impact one step at a time. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your story with the world. Ian sh…
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From Paris to Prosperity with Jeanne Omlor
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“Life keeps going. If not now, when?” Michael Dargie sits down with Jeanne Omlor, an international business strategist who went from broke single mom to building a thriving coaching business helping others succeed—without paid ads. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your story with the world. Jea…
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Designing Life On Purpose with David Schmeikal
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“If pain is unavoidable, I’d rather suffer doing something I love.” Michael Dargie reconnects with creative rebel and longtime friend David Schmeikal for a raw and deeply reflective conversation about creativity, permission, and building a life that feels right—not just looks right. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you f…
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“Taking time for yourself is not selfish. It’s critical.” – Lori Pieper In this episode, Michael Dargie sits down with Lori Pieper—meditation teacher, wellness guide, and spiritual rebel—to talk about what happens when you stop living for everyone else and finally take care of yourself. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping y…
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From Crash to a Calling with Alan Lazaros
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“Personal responsibility is where all good things start.” In this episode, Michael Dargie connects with Alan Lazaros, co-host of Next Level University, a podcast with over 1,900 episodes dedicated to helping people grow 1% every day. Alan shares his journey from achievement-obsessed engineering grad to purpose-driven coach, sparked by a near-fatal …
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Making Trouble That Matters with Simone van Neerven
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“People don’t resist you—they resist what you shake up.” In this episode, Michael Dargie connects with Simone van Neerven, founder of ReBella, a Dutch-based consultancy helping organizations harness their internal rebels to spark meaningful innovation. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your stor…
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From Caracas with Curiosity with Gustavo Bernal
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“Never stop believing in your abilities to create.” In this episode, Michael Dargie connects with Venezuelan-born filmmaker, photographer, and educator Gustavo Bernal from his home in Austin, Texas. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your story with the world. Gus shares how a childhood obsession…
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“You’re not going to be persecuted for doing things differently.” In this episode, Michael Dargie connects with Beatrice Gutknecht, a brand strategist, former hotel manager, and founder of Badass Reby B. Now based in Valencia, Spain after a decade in Myanmar—including living through a military coup—Beatrice is helping people badass their brands by …
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Fail Fast, Learn Faster with Sandra Kokotovic
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“Take whatever opportunities you can so you can fail as fast as you can.” In this episode, Michael Dargie sits down with Sandra Kokotovic, immigrant entrepreneur and co-founder of Snap Advantage, a boutique marketing agency helping health and wellness brands scale to seven figures and beyond. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, hel…
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Questioning the Status Quo, On Purpose with Robyn Bolton
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“We made up the rules. Let’s change them.” In this episode, Michael Dargie talks with innovation strategist, author, and rebel-in-chief Robyn Bolton, founder of Mile Zero and author of Unlocking Innovation: A Leader’s Guide for Turning Bold Ideas into Tangible Results. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, an…
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Beyond the Black Belt with Maeghen Cotterill
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“Getting punched in the face? It’s the fastest way to learn what you’re made of.” In this episode, Michael Dargie sits down with Maeghen Cotterill, a professional martial artist, psychic channeler, and intuitive coach. Maeghen has been immersed in martial arts since she was eight years old and built one of Canada’s most successful dojos. She earned…
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Universe, Show Me a Sign with Carmen Pineda-Selva
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“I don’t know how the universe works, but I know how to move with it.” In this episode, Michael Dargie welcomes videographer, storyteller, and spontaneous cannonballer Carmen Pineda Selva. Known for her honest storytelling and contagious energy, Carmen shares the moment six months ago when she finally stopped resisting the universe and just started…
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The Power of Story Structure with Deborah Ager
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“That thing you feel awkward about? It might be your superpower.” In this episode, Michael Dargie sits down with author, editor, and writing mentor Deborah Ager, founder of Radiant Media Labs. Based in Maryland, Deborah helps business leaders, professionals, and creatives translate their decades of knowledge into books that clarify, inspire, and co…
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Art, ADHD, and Undead IP with Ben Walker-Storey
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“That thing that made you weird? It’s your superpower now.” In this episode, Michael Dargie chats with illustrator, animator, and all-around macabre misfit Ben Walker-Storey. From his spooky spot in Grass Valley, California—known for gold rushes and now monster sketches—Ben opens up about his life as a creator navigating ADHD, artistic reinvention,…
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