I had an unreal time chopping it up with the legend himself, Neil Patrick Harris! 🤯 This convo goes WAY beyond acting – it’s about creativity, adaptability, and how to keep reinventing yourself while staying true to who you are. Neil’s been on a wild journey from Doogie Howser to Gone Girl to Broadway to magic at the Magic Castle… and yet he’s still pushing to grow, learn, and stretch himself.
If you’re an artist, a business owner, a creator, or just someone navigating your own evolution — this episode will light you up.🔥
We talk about:
Why authenticity + creativity are the real flex in any career 💥
How Neil adapted from child star to multi-hyphenate performer
His time running the Magic Castle & the art of magic as discipline
Life advice from Steven Bochco on catching waves 🌊
The “Barney Stinson” secret sauce to comedy timing 😂
What directors can do to empower actors to shine on set
Lessons from Shakespeare, Marvel dreams, and the grind of staying relevant
This is one of those convos where you walk away inspired to go do something bold. Whether you’re in theater or tech, content or comedy — the mindset here is gold.
👇 Dive in now and let me know your favorite moment!
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