The Standing Still Podcast is exactly that. Standing Still. A moment of clarity. A turning point amidst the chaos of life itself. This podcast provides a moment to gather thoughts, perspective, and direction. The privilege to discuss topics among our lives with the individuals I’m fortunate enough to call my guests. On Standing Still you’ll hear powerful perspectives, you’ll hear laughs that seem to never cease, and you’ll be introduced to the people that generate them. From life-long friend ...
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#101 "Past Times" Tyler Copley
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Tyler Copley is a long time friend and comes back on the show to discuss his new podcast "Past Times with Nice Guy Ty". We get into podcasting strategies and fun behind the scenes topics. Then, I get into a rant about my recent horror stories dealing with my new dentist. Life is RAD.Steven Hoffa
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#100 "Thanks For the Memories" Jeff Williams, Cody Lea, & Will Small
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NUMBER 100!! Absolutely blessed. Jeff, Cody, and Will join me in breaking down the highlight episodes of the entirety of The Standing Still Podcast. The boys give their favorites and individual perspectives. I get into the back story of the most notable episodes to date. Some episodes where I felt were absolute successes, and some that weren't. I'v…
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Logan and Josh are two individuals I've known independently of each other since high school. Both Josh and Logan have since left California for the ever growing state of Texas. We get into why each decided to move, what the pros and cons have been, and what life looks like for them these days. Both seem to be thriving since leaving CA, and we get t…
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Episode #98 has myself looking back at the year just completed. I discuss the biggest lessons I learned from 2021 and tell the story that my year provided. From the value of a community that adds or multiplies, to my own daily struggles, this episode is filled with vulnerability and a deeper tone of conversation. It ranges from the many "on-paper n…
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#97 "Keeping Up With the Nerds" Rene Bravo, Bryan Quevedo, & Nick Valero
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Rene, Bryan, and Nick are from the podcast and YouTube channel "Keeping Up With the Nerds". They join me on this episode to first discuss their show and channel. We get into the rewards, and many frustrations, of being content creators, various strategies we employ, and just banter in general about podcasting. At 56:12 into the episode, we, WITHOUT…
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#96 "Still Standing" - Tom Dreesen
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Tom Dreesen is a stand up comedian that has been in show business for over 50 years. Tom has over 500 appearances on national television, over 60 appearances on The Tonight Show, and has toured the world with Frank Sinatra as his opening act for over a decade. Tom also created, and toured the country as, the first black and white comedy team with T…
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On this episode of The Standing Still Podcast, I discuss what, and who, has been inspiring me the last week or two. I discuss my recent experience as a guest on the "Keeping Up With The Nerds Podcast" and just how much fun that was. I get into how my good friend Tyler Copley is just starting his own podcast, "Past Times with Nice Guy TY", and why t…
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#94 "That's Enough Complaining" Steven Murphy
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Steven Murphy is a good friend of mine and has also been on the show before. (Episode 80) I invite him on to banter about some recent life occurrences I've dealt with in my own life. We discuss an awkward wedding rejection, finding my stolen truck after almost 2 months, going to the dentist for the first time in almost 10 years, and the frustrating…
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#93 "Shining Bright" Ivory Kellogg
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Ivory Kellogg is an up-and-coming holistic health coach, promising actress, as well as a student at The Groundlings School of Improve. We begin our conversation with discussing what exactly is holistic health, and move into dieting tips for my weight loss bet I'm currently apart of. I also clarify that my normal diet is absolute trash. Then, we tou…
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Leslie Ferguson joins the show to discuss her new book "When I Was Her Daughter". We get into how the idea of the book came about, her long journey getting it finished, and her thoughts on writing in general. We talk about the frustrations of getting to a place of vulnerability in writing, but also why it's so vital. Leslie then reflects on her 17 …
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#91 "The Wine Episode" Will Small & Dakar Hunter
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The Wine Episode!!! Recently, I had been looking to further educate myself on the romance and intricacies of wine. Luckily, my friend Will works, and sells, in that very industry. Thus, I invited him on to take me to school, and he brought along his coworker, and certified sommelier, Dakkar to add to the mix. They each brought a bottle of their own…
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#90 "Jupiter Told You?" Quis Williams & Amber Kirk
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Quis and Amber are good friends and join the show to discuss a variety of topics and catch up on life. We get into dealing with stress and my thoughts on returning to work after over 7 months off due to a motorcycle accident. Amber brings up the topic of deciphering if someone wants to simply "hookup" or if they're actually looking for a relationsh…
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#89 "Create Financial Freedom" Nathan Brown
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Nathan Brown is a Senior Vice President of Wealth Management for Trilogy Financial. On this episode, you'll hear his complete story of how he became a financial advisor and what that means for him today. We discuss many financial related topics including staying debt free, sound financial advice for various age groups, having the right mindset for …
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Isaiah Holguin joins the show to talk about his own podcast, Loyal To The Soil Podcast. We get into backstory of his show and why he chose to get into podcasting. We both trade ideas and our goals for the future, as well as discuss some of the lessoned we both have learned thus far. We get into the nitty-gritty details of actually producing a podca…
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#87 "Patriot Jakey" Jacob Ornelas
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Jacob Ornelas joins the show to discuss the current political climate, his position at Turning Point USA, and why he decided to come to California. Jacob explains why he's so passionate, and active, in politics and lends his thoughts on key current subjects that seem to have the country so divided. Vaccine mandates, inflation, the southern border, …
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#86 "Weight Loss Challenge" Gabe Alpizar
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On this episode of Standing Still, Gabe Alpizar joins the show to discuss the current weight loss challenge/bet between us. We get into all the details including the price to pay; Performance of something embarrassing chosen by the winner and $500. This episode was recorded two weeks into the three month bet, and we dove into each other's predictio…
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No guest on this episode of The Standing Still Podcast. On the day this podcast was recorded, I had realized my personal truck had been stolen. This episode is a collection of my own thoughts on the day, my attitude towards the set-back, and why I'm actually happier than the day before. I discuss the difference between slow and calculated progress …
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Moe Barrett joins the show to talk about living a healthy lifestyle and his personal training business "Day by Day Fit". We discuss his own personal story and why he chose a career in health and fitness, how he's always been athletic, and the rewards and frustrations he's experienced thus far in his business. We get into the importance, and balance…
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#83 "StacheCam Vintage BMW" Stache
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Stache from the Youtube channel "StacheCam" joins the show! His channel is all about his experiences with his vintage BMW's. He vlogs, does road trips, tear downs, fixes, and shows that culture in general. We get into the details and story of his channel and talk the car community and industry in general. Electric cars, autonomous driving, and the …
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#82 "Left in Mexico" Eric Flores & David Rannis
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Eric Flores and David Rannis return to the show to discuss a variety of topics. Eric reveals he has a baby on the way and tells the story of the time he was left in Mexico and had to find his way home. I ask the boys for help on how to market, and encourage, others to pay it forward. I tell the story of a few seizures I've personally had in my past…
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#81 "The Lumberjack Slam" Tyler Copley
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Now "family man" Tyler Copley joins the show to talk life. We get into a wealth of topics including a rough night leaving Norms restaurant back in the day. I talk about what I've learned having paid for the car behind me in every drive-thru experience I've had for the last 9 months, and my current attempt to entice others to do the same. We discuss…
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#80 "Do You Have A Mask?" Steven Murphy
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I invited my good friend Steven Murphy on the show to catch up and talk about some observations I've had in my own life. I go off on a rant regarding my first time seeing a bellator cage fight and the drama that ensued. We discuss the idea of personal integrity and how to keep it. We compare other more "peaceful" states to California and I indulge …
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Art Cervantes joins the show to discuss the complete experience of owning a restaurant. (Cervantes Mexican Kitchen) He tells the story of how he started his restaurant and what he's striving for currently. We get into the difficulties of having a restaurant during a pandemic, dealing with neighboring riots, and the rewards as well. Life is RAD. Be …
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I've known Stefan Hefner for many years and have always seen him as a such a creative individual. We sit down together and walk through his life and compare a life of practicality vs creativity. We talk about the music he's currently producing, his time as a pro scooter athlete, some mistakes he's made in the past, and so much more. Thanks Stefan! …
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#77 "Sugar Daddy Dating?"
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Episode 77 has an anonymous friend of mine join the show to discuss her side hustle of "dating" wealthy men. We discuss a few of her experiences, what she's noticed these men all have in common, and why they would resort to an app/website for companionship. We get into what I've learned from recent coffee dates of my own and talk about the idea of …
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#76 "The Crash" Will Small & Jeff Williams
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On March 13th, I was involved in a motorcycle accident that has genuinely changed my life. I invited two friends, Jeff and Will, to recap the 4 months I've spent away from the podcast. I get into the crash itself, my change in perspective, interesting challenges I've dealt with, and plenty of funny stories throughout. Taking the time off had me ner…
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#75 "A Dream Come True" Will Small & Jeff Williams
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After a motorcycle crash and 4 months later, Standing Still is BACK! This show was recorded on Friday March 12th, which was the night before the motorcycle accident that changed my life. I sit down with Will and Jeff to tell funny stories about my (then) recent trip to Texas and discuss what I'd been struggling with in life at that point and the to…
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Episode #74 has just you and I with a glass of whiskey. I tell stories, some recent and some not, and give a glimpse into what I'm currently struggling with. Ex-girlfriend shenanigans, feeling "rowdy" in Huntington Beach, a few individuals that inspire me, and quite a bit more. I strive to be genuine on this show, and to finish this episode, I beli…
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On this episode of The Standing Still Podcast, I discuss a recent mentally challenging day I personally experienced. I run through every step of that particular Thursday and articulate the negative, and toxic, mentality I chose to equip myself with. I open up about tactics I use in my personal life to combat the "bad days" life can sometimes throw …
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#72 "2nd Call" BIG John Harriel Jr. & Anthony Fagan
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When Big John and I had a great conversation on episode #68 regarding his life and the black community and culture in general, we ultimately ran out of time. This episode is the continuation of that conversation to further discover the value of giving back to your community, and why the "program" 2nd Call is such a key example to so many. Anthony F…
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I had the opportunity to meet David through work, and upon witnessing how hard not only himself but also his fiance Imani work, well, I knew I had to invite them on the show. Imani is the CEO and owner of Platinum Prop Rentals among many other ventures. We get into how covid affected their business, and their attitude towards setting goals and posi…
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#70 "Everything Comes At A Cost" Sean Starnes
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Sean Starnes is a good friend I've known for many years. Sean was set to visit SoCal and I knew we had to catch up. This is that conversation. We talk about his home in Bend Oregon and his new venture (44 Northwest) in residential design-build construction. He reveals some hard lessons he's learned in the past and some key habits that he implements…
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#69 "Confidence Takes Practice" Nadia Ruiz
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Nadia Ruiz is a personal coach who's list of accomplishments are nothing short of impressive. Nadia is the the youngest latina to achieve 100 marathons, 146 in total, has traveled to 27 countries, is a UCLA grad, and plenty more. We not only discuss her many achievements, but also look back on her life as well to get a better understanding of her s…
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#68 "BIG JOHN" John Harriel Jr.
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"Big John" is an individual that was raised in the city of Los Angeles in what could be described as a "dysfunctional" atmosphere. We discuss his rise from selling drugs, to becoming a union electrician, to ultimately climbing to superintendent. We get into the very divisive subject of the black community and the surrounding culture. We discuss the…
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#67 "Who To Be In 2021" David Rannis, Eric Flores, & Damasio Sanchez
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A Tuesday night with awesome friends. David, Eric, and Damasio join the show to talk new-year-resolutions and life in general. The men we wish to become come December 2021 and what we will have to change to get there. I propose a tactic I've been using to keep my spending and diet in check while also having the opportunity to pay it forward. We get…
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#66 "My Life Via My Mom" Lisa Hoffa
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Episode #66 brings to the show the always generous and humble Lisa Hoffa. She's also my mom. We visit the topic of who I am now, as well as in every chapter of my life. What was I like as a young boy, through my teen years, early adulthood, and what to pursue looking forward. We get into some concerns she's had for me, and also what strengths she f…
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#65 "A Look Back On 2020" Steven Hoffa Solo
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The year 2020 was an interesting one for all of us. On this episode, I take a look back on how mine played out. I get into the lows and the highs and everything in between. I tell my experience of being a foreman electrician for the new Sofi Stadium and the many lessons I learned with that. I explain why I decided to start the podcast up again and …
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Victor Martinez is a foreman I had in the past as an apprentice electrician. Having not been in contact with each other for a few years, I reached out to catch up on the show and talk life. We discuss the value of voicing your appreciation with not only words, but also the actions you take to your crew and those you surround yourself with. We talk …
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#63 "NEW Juice On An OLD Tinder Date" Kortney Kindig & Will Small
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I invite my good friends Kortney Kindig and Will Small back on the show to discuss a very lengthy and interesting, to say the least, message I received in the middle of the night from an old Tinder date I had 3 years ago. We break it down and discuss all possible angles and outcomes. I then delve into some drama that ensued when camping for thanksg…
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Amanda Small is a behavioral therapist that works directly with children, as well parents. She's also, an old friend. We sat down for a mellow conversation regarding the beginning of this new career of hers. I would argue few individuals are fit to excel at such a challenging career. We broke down why she decided this career path was something for …
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Standing Still is BACK! After a few weeks off due contracting covid, I sit down to break down my complete covid experience. I break down the restructuring of how I'm attacking life, and how that was beginning to build steam before getting covid. I give the straight facts of how covid effected my health, and also lean into what I learned from contra…
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Ari joins the show to talk her new fitness clothing brand, "Resilient Body". We recap her past with fitness, and weight loss, and discuss for a bit on getting too focused on JUST what the scale says when pursuing personal fitness goals. We get into how the original thought of Resilient came about, and how she responded. She explains the difficultie…
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#59 "Successful or Not is About 18 Inches" Victor Laveaga
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Victor Laveaga is the father of a childhood friend of mine and a retired fire fighter. I sit down with Victor to essentially meet him for the first time as an adult and get his take on his life and career. Near death experiences, following your heart, and so much more. From high school to retirement, Victor's story is one I will never forget. Thank…
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#58 "The No-Holds-Barred Household" Jakob Morgan
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Jakob Morgan is an old friend I grew up with as a kid. We revisit old stories of growing up on the same street and what each household brought as a hangout spot. I talk about self discipline and a few of the efforts I'm putting forth in my life to improve that front. We get into what Jakob is trying to be the best man he can be. We discuss playing …
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#57 "The Alternate Take" Danny Mancera
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Danny Mancera is an old friend that has his own podcast, The Alternate Take. I invite Danny on the show to trade perspectives about venturing out and starting our own shows and some of the rewards and frustrations that come with that. We talk stand-up comedy and our goals within that space, and life in general. Be sure to check out The Alternate Ta…
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Mike Flach is a professional MMA fighter and coach. Mike and I talk his career in MMA from wrestling in high school, fighting for a spot in the UFC, and his present day coaching. We discuss various emotions he's had throughout his career, including walking into his first professional fight. We discuss what he brings to the table in his coaching and…
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#55 "The Young American" Forrest Devitt
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Forrest Devitt is the creator and owner of The Young American Salon in Orange County California. I invite Forrest on the show to talk, and get a perspective for, small business. We discuss his own upbringing, how he started his salon(s), and the craziness of being a small business owner during the Covid Pandemic. We ponder the lack of small busines…
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#54 "Oh Jesus Christ" Will Small, Jeff & Josh Williams
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Will, Jeff, and Josh are old buddies of mine. We got the chance to catch up and laugh at some old stories. We talk Will's bachelor trip to Vegas earlier in the year and all the hilarious chaos that ensued. Chaos like waking up on a different hotel floor drunk. We discuss a certain coworker and banter about office pranks. We finish by getting into a…
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Quis Williams is a guy I would see here and there at various get-togethers with friends. I didn't know him all too well before getting the chance to sit down with him, but I loved the way he carried himself in a room and just his attitude towards life in general. We discuss his upbringing in Chicago and what his move to California was like. We talk…
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#52 "It's the People Around Me" Dalton Herrera & Jacob McBride
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Dalton and Jake are long-time friends dating back to childhood. Dalton was blessed with a grandfather that took to looking after him throughout his life. His grandfather also started, and ultimately handed down, a multimillion dollar business and livelihood. Dalton details growing up, his grandfather's passing, receiving his inheritance, the strugg…
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