Welcome to "The Art of Being Dar - with Dar Dixon [https://pod.co/the-art-of-being-dar]" podcast!

In this episode, Dar continues the engaging conversation with Kevin Kelly, the former "Head Maverick" of Wired magazine, who joins as a guest to discuss his new book, "Excellent Advice for Living: Wisdom I Wish I'd Known Earlier. [https://amzn.to/3Q0MYAY]"

They dive into various topics, including Kevin's favorite part of working at Wired, the concept of 1,000 true fans, and the power of gratitude. Kevin shares his insights on creativity, technology, and the role of luck in success. They also discuss Kevin's unique "walk and talk" events and his experiences with writing books.

Join Dar and Kevin for an enlightening and thought-provoking discussion on art, life, and meaningful connections

 * In this episode of "The Art of Being Dar", Dar interviews Kevin Kelly, the executive editor of Wired magazine and author of the newly released book, "Excellent Advice for Living: Wisdom I Wish I'd Known Earlier." You can purchase the book here: Excellent Advice for Living: Wisdom I Wish I'd Known Earlier [https://amzn.to/3Q0MYAY]
 * Kevin shares his favorite part of working at Wired and reflects on the unique experiences and opportunities he had during his time there.
 * They explore the concept of 1,000 true fans, discussing how creators can build a dedicated fan base and engage directly with their audience in the digital age.
 * Kevin emphasizes the role of luck in success and shares his gratitude for the fortunate circumstances he has encountered throughout his life.
 * The conversation delves into Kevin's perspective on creativity, technology, and his belief in the power of gratitude.
 * They discuss Kevin's "walk and talk" events, where a small group of individuals embarks on a journey of assisted backpacking, engaging in deep conversations along the way.
 * Kevin shares insights into his experiences as an author and the impact of technology on the publishing industry.
 * The episode concludes with Dar and Kevin expressing their gratitude for the engaging conversation and encouraging listeners to check out Kevin's latest book, "Excellent Advice for Living: Wisdom I Wish I'd Known Earlier."

Join Dar Dixon and Kevin Kelly for an enlightening conversation on art, creativity, gratitude, and building meaningful connections with fans. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode of "The Art of Being Dar" podcast!

Get Kevin's new book, available now: Excellent Advice for Living: Wisdom I Wish I'd Known Earlier [https://amzn.to/3Q0MYAY]

Learn more about Kevin on his website, here: kk.org [https://kk.org/]

The Kevin Kelly Experience v2.0

The Darek Jackson Experience

Host: Dar Dixon

Guest: Darek Jackson, Legendary Musician

🎶 Introduction:

Join host Dar Dixon in this mesmerizing episode of "The Art of Being Dar" as he sits down with the legendary Darek Jackson, a true icon in the music industry. Get ready to embark on a fascinating journey through Darek's career and personal life, filled with unforgettable stories, chart-topping hits, and collaborations with industry greats.

🎵 Segment 1: From Cleveland Heights to Tokyo: The Extraordinary Musical Odyssey

Discover the roots of Darek's musical genius as he shares his upbringing in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, and his early experiences in the music scene. Learn how influential figures like Al Jarreau, Richard Davis, and Clark Terry played significant roles in shaping his extraordinary journey. From classical music foundations to touring the world, Darek's story will captivate and inspire.

💫 Segment 2: Embracing the Present Moment: Finding Harmony in Life

Delve into Darek's stress-free approach to life as he shares his philosophy of embracing the present moment and responding positively to challenges. Learn how his unique perspective sets him apart and brings harmony to every situation. Explore the impact of his classical music background and the refuge he found in the library during challenging times.

🌟 Segment 3: Unleashing Talent: Organizing Jam Sessions in Tokyo

Discover how Darek continues to make a lasting impact in the music scene from his home in Tokyo, Japan. Gain insights into his passion for nurturing young musicians, organizing jam sessions, and creating platforms for them to showcase their talent. Hear about his experiences collaborating with renowned artists and the magic that happens when musical minds come together.

🔥 Conclusion:

As this extraordinary episode comes to a close, reflect on the incredible journey of Darek Jackson and the artistry and resilience that define his career. Laugh, gain wisdom, and be inspired by the stories, insights, and memorable moments shared by Dar and Darek. Don't miss out on this captivating episode of "The Art of Being Dar" that will leave you yearning for more.

🎧 Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform and experience an intimate conversation with a musical legend. Subscribe, share, and join the growing community of music enthusiasts who are inspired by the incredible stories behind the artists.

The Darek Jackson Experience

Life After Addiction & Creativity: A Candid Conversation with Timothy Gager, Author of "The Best of Timothy Gager"

In this eye-opening and inspiring episode, join us for an incredibly honest and captivating discussion with Timothy Gager, a recovered alcoholic and author of "The Best of Timothy Gager."

We dive deep into the challenges of overcoming addiction, the impact on daily life, and the process of re-discovering oneself after getting clean.

Tim also shares his journey as a writer and how his experiences have shaped his work. Additionally, we touch on the evolving nature of language and the role of politics in shaping societal norms.

This is an episode you won't want to miss, as Timothy's story, perspective, and creative pursuits offer valuable lessons for everyone, regardless of their background or experiences.

Tim's background, journey to sobriety, and the inspiration behind "The Best of Timothy Gager"

 * Finding purpose, rebuilding life after addiction, and channeling creativity into writing
 * The challenges of learning how to live life post-addiction and the role of writing in healing
 * The role of language in recovery, society, and Tim's creative work
 * The importance of addressing sensitive issues and evolving societal norms in literature and beyond
 * Brief discussion on politics, the need for justice, and the influence on Tim's writing
 * Tim's aspiration to be a regular guest on the show and share his experiences
 * A closer look at "The Best of Timothy Gager" and the importance of having lively, entertaining guests

Don't miss this insightful and raw conversation that dives into the heart of addiction, recovery, and the journey to rediscover oneself while also exploring the creative world of writing.

Listen to the episode and watch the YouTube video to learn from Timothy's experiences, be inspired by his courage to share his story, and discover his compelling book, "The Best of Timothy Gager."

Timothy's website [http://www.timothygager.com/]

PURCHASE: "The Best of Timothy Gager" [https://www.amazon.com/Best-Timothy-Gager-Essays-Stories-ebook/dp/B0BT54Z1S3?ref_=ast_author_mpb]

The Timothy Gager Experience v2.0

The Theriac Project Experience #1

Enough is enough.

We’ve seen the heartbreak and the pain of gun violence all too often in our communities and our country, and something must change.

That’s where The Theriac Project comes in.

Daniel N. Marder, Joseph Ivacic, and Dar Dixon, are discussing how this project uses art to bring together concerned citizens for a common cause: to combat gun violence in the United States.

Through carefully considered installations, glass work (in ways never seen before!) exhibitions, public discussions, and more, The Theriac Project will provide people with a meaningful way to learn about the devastating effects of gun violence and to take action toward real change.

Uncovering the devastating impact of gun violence through art is both necessary and urgent—join us in taking a stand against senseless acts of aggression.

Now is the time to stand up for the future generations that deserve safety and justice; now is the time to join together with The Theriac Project!

This is the first episode in a series that will show the behind the scenes work that goes into the creation of an art piece of the scale that is - - The Theriac Project.

The Theriac Project Experience #1

Mahmoud Ait Elketab is a young Moroccan man that was forced into entrepreneurship as a result of The Shutdown in the early days of this pandemic (yes, as of the posting of this video, we are still in a pandemic).

He lost his job and when he began to look for a new job, he saw an opportunity. He provided a service whereby he built an online dashboard where recruiters could meet the appropriate job applicants. It was wildly successful, and he could have built a business around that alone.

But that wasn't interesting to Mahmoud. He loved the community building aspect of what he built. He saw that underneath all of the uncertainty in that venture, what people really wanted was to connect.

He saw how much human beings are social animals

And that caught my attention. His spirit, heart, vision, and empathy are infectious.

In a classic artistic pivot, he and his brother have created a new fragrance line called "Areej".

Their motivation was based upon building good feelings and community like he experienced with his first venture, by evoking wonderful emotions through smell.

After talking here with Mahmoud and his brother, I have no doubts that they will succeed

Take a listen... I think you will too!

His website [https://sites.google.com/view/mahmoud-aitelkatab/home]

The Mahmoud Ait Elketab Experience

Jim Agnew is a director, writer and producer, known for The Capture [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5864904?ref_=nmbio_mbio] (2017), Rage [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2401807?ref_=nmbio_mbio] (2014) and Game of Death [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1446072?ref_=nmbio_mbio] (2011). A former contributor/writer to Film Threat who played guitar for the Industrial Rock group Hate Dept, Jim has worked with such directors as Dario Argento and John Carpenter as well as Oscar-winning actors, producers and writers.

With over 15 years of professional screenwriting experience and 20 screenplay options, he's been hired to write multiple feature films and has sold dozens of spec scripts. He's also been hired to write multiple pilots, including one that was sold to ABC for mid six figures

He's had scripts appear on the Black List and has written and developed projects with such directors as Antoine Fuqua, John Carpenter, Abel Ferrara and Dario Argento as well as Nicolas Winding Refn (Drive) and producer Allison Shearmur (Star Wars, The Hunger Games).

His expertise is not only in screenwriting but also in structuring scripts so that they will appeal to buyers, producers, directors and actors.

jamesjagnew.com [https://jamesjagnew.com/]

The Jim Agnew Experience

Savio P. Clemente coaches cancer survivors to overcome the confusion and gain the clarity needed to get busy living in mind, body, and spirit. He inspires health and wellness seekers to find meaning in the "why" and to cultivate resilience in their mindset. Savio is a Board Certified wellness coach (NBC-HWC, ACC), stage 3 cancer survivor, podcaster, writer, and founder of The Human Resolve LLC.

He has been featured on Fox News, and has collaborated with Authority Magazine, Thrive Global, Food Network, WW, and Bloomberg. His mission is to offer clients, listeners, and viewers alike tangible takeaways in living a truly healthy, wealthy, and wise lifestyle.

IN THIS EPISODE:

2:15 - Meet Savio P. Clemente

3:15 - Challenging the human experience - Being comfortable in his own body

6:35 - Goa is in the house!

12:10 - How we met

13:57 - "You're a best selling author!"

17:22 - "Something's wrong..."

19:49 - Wi-Fi and Silence - going within

28:49 - His journey into journalism

32:10 - It's not easy, but I do try

38:20 - Coaching is his true love

43:23 - SXSW 2022

50:15 - The Metaverse is going to be a part of everyone's world

59:36 Why NFT's are so important

1:03:30 One of the first truth's in his life



LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/saviopclemente/]

Medium [https://medium.com/@saviopclemente]

Thrive Global [https://thriveglobal.com/authors/savio-clemente/]

The Human Resolve [https://www.thehumanresolve.com/] (his website)

Substack [https://substack.com/profile/31501990-savio-p-clemente]

The Savio P. Clemente Experience

When I decided to start writing my first book, I came across Anna David. She
specializes in memoir's and since I was writing a memoir...
Here's Anna in her own words:
"Hi! I'm a New York Times bestselling author of eight books and the founder of
Legacy Launch Pad Publishing. I've done three TEDx talks, been on Good Morning
America, Today Show, The Talk and dozens of other programs and written for the
New York Times, Time, Playboy, Vanity Fair and the Huffington Post, among many
others. I've also been written about in such publications as Entrepreneur,
Martha Stewart magazine and Forbes.
I'm not telling you this to brag. I'm telling you because ALL of these
cool-sounding things are a result of being an author
Don't believe me? Read on.
My first novel, Party Girl, is in development as a feature film, I'm the on-air
book critic for KATU Portland and my podcast, Entrepreneur Publishing Academy,
has been named one of the best publishing podcasts by LA Weekly, Feedburner,
Podchaser and Kindlepreneur, among others.
That's why I do what I do. I want to help the world's greatest experts become
bestselling authors—and reap the awards that come with it.
Through Legacy Launch Pad, I've overseen numerous books that have become Wall
Street Journal and USA Today bestsellers—books which have helped our clients add
six figures to their bottom line, sell their book rights to film producers and
appear on shows like Today and Good Morning America as well as attract
higher-quality clients, land speaking gigs and grow into being the leaders in
their field."
IN THIS EPISODE:
2:57 - The most important thing all authors overlook
6:02 - Anna's public admission
9:01 - Her "Inner Circle" has produced 7 books
11:00 - Being aware of her defects makes her stronger
17:08 - How Anna became a publisher
24:49 - Dar breaks the 4th wall
28:38 - Kevin Kelly's "1000 True Fans" inspired Anna
33:41 - Make white collar criminals wait...always
39:58 - I have her answer two "great questions"
43:00 - Her newest book "The Write Method"
45:50 - She's developed her book into a speech, and a government program
51:20 - Anna and I have Resting Bitch Face

LINKS:
Anna David [https://annadavid.com/]
Legacy Launch Pad Publishing [https://www.legacylaunchpadpub.com/]
Her podcast [https://www.legacylaunchpadpub.com/podcast]

The Anna David Experience

Barbara Legere [https://www.barbaralegere.com/]'s story of addiction and mental
health is a cautionary tale for all parents. As she journeyed alongside her son,
Keven through his struggles with substance abuse and depression-which ultimately
led to suicide - Barbara learned so much about love in its purest form: caring
enough to ask questions; listening without judgment or advice giving when it
wasn't wanted 
The risk we take by loving someone who needs more care than they can get from
themselves brings us full circle back once again...to where we started. Except
this time, with a new understanding: that love - in all its forms - is always
worth the risk.
Her story is one of love, hope, and ultimately tragedy. As a mother, she did
everything she could to help her son, but in the end, she was forced to accept
that there was nothing more she could do.
In the process, she shines a light on the hidden anguish of countless parents
who are taking care of children that society tells them to abandon. 
For those parents who have borne witness to overdoses, arrests, addiction
treatment and incarceration and even death, "Keven’s Choice" is a raw and
intimate memoir of a mother’s grief that shows it’s possible and necessary to go
on, even amidst the unimaginable.
Available on Amazon
[https://www.amazon.com/Kevens-Choice-Mothers-Journey-Addiction-ebook/dp/B09WL1QP6G/],
Barnes & Noble
[https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/kevens-choice-barbara-legere/1141254208],
Walmart
[https://www.walmart.com/ip/Keven-s-Choice-A-Mother-s-Journey-Through-Her-Son-s-Mental-Illness-Addiction-and-Suicide-Paperback-9781956955132/634519374?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=8351&msclkid=cdf12eeebda911ecba165ee9944c0ac2],
Apple Books [https://books.apple.com/us/book/kevens-choice/id1615657323], or
through your favorite bookstore.

IN THIS EPISODE:
3:48 Meet Keven.
6:01 How she found out about his addiction
10:27 She got a crash-course about drugs - from addicts
11:20 7 of her son's friends are now gone... and she knows of over 300 other
people dead from overdose, in South Orange County
14:31 Her eye opening experience visiting her son in prison
24:11 You need more than love
25:35 Was this what started the problem for Keven?
29:30 The effects begin to take their toll & Barbara takes a controversial
approach
36:01 Her body, her choice
38:35 Keven's older half sister...
43:35 The two messages of her book

The Barbara Legere Experience



Number One Bestselling Author
[https://timothygager.blogspot.com/2021/01/2020-poems-is-1-best-seller-on-day-one.html],
Timothy Gager [https://www.heatcityreview.com/timothygagerindex.html] has
published 17 books of fiction and poetry. He hosted the successful Dire Literary
Series in Cambridge, MA from 2001 to 2018, and started a weekly virtual series
in 2020. He has had over 1000 works of fiction and poetry published, 17
nominated for the Pushcart Prize. His work also has been nominated for a
Massachusetts Book Award, The Best of the Web, The Best Small Fictions Anthology
and has been read on National Public Radio.

Timothy is the Fiction Editor of The Wilderness House Literary Review
[http://www.whlreview.com/], and the founding co-editor of The Heat City
Literary Review [https://www.heatcityreview.com/]. A graduate of the University
of Delaware, Timothy lives in Dedham, Massachusetts with some fish and a rabbit,
and he is employed as a social worker. Joe the Salamander, is his third novel.

IN THIS EPISODE:

1:11 How NOT to start an interview!
2:41 Introducing Tim Gager
4:32 The birth of his daughter AND his first book gets accepted by a publisher!
6:57 From Ebook to Print: Tim convinces/demands that his publisher PRINT his
next book
10:48 His path to sobriety
12:22 Eight published books on poetry
14:27 Lessons learned during The Shutdown
20:08 How to write 17 books
28:05 Sticking to a schedule & knowing how to live
32:45 His latest book: Joe the Salamander
41:18 Two stories that help shine a light on autism
46:45 Inspiration - How 130 words of a Flash Fiction piece turned into an 80,000
word novel
48:57 Tim's new book - it may not be finished for a decade
59:45 Revival tents, hot coals, snake handlers, Scientology, Hare Krishna's, and
Time Share's
1:07:05 Dar's experience with his Norwegian friends and film crew

The Timothy Gager Experience

The Art of Being Dar - Hosted by Dar Dixon [dardixon.com]
Dar is a half Iranian/half American white boy...born in Tehran.
Yes, Iran.
He's moved over 80 times.
He escaped the Iranian Revolution with, literally, the clothes on his back.
He even found himself in a cult...
And through every crazy thing that's happened, against insane odds, he's been
succeeding in life & in Hollywood, for almost 30 years.
People with boring lives have boring stories.
Nothing boring here.
This...is The Art of Being Dar - with Dar Dixon