Energis Podcast

Energis Podcast

Welcome to the Energis Podcast! Join your hosts, Norma—an award-winning entertainment executive and passionate mentor—and Rich—a dedicated tech entrepreneur and non-profit supporter—as they embark on inspiring journeys with individuals who have transformed ambition into achievement. Each episode features remarkable guests from diverse fields—trailblazing entrepreneurs, innovative thinkers, elite athletes, and exceptional artists. They share pivotal moments and mindset shifts that fueled their success, revealing how they overcame obstacles and made a positive impact while giving back. Expect actionable insights and heartfelt inspiration designed to empower you on your own journey. Tune in to discover stories that will energize, motivate, and inspire you to reach your highest potential.

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July 7, 2025 53 mins

Rob Hollocks is proof that storytelling instincts don’t disappear—they evolve. After 15 years leading global campaigns at Paramount for hits like “Indiana Jones,” “Mission: Impossible,” “Star Trek,” andSaving Private Ryan,”  Rob stepped away from the studio system to write, direct, and produce original work. His indie company, Bloody Marvelous Pictures, is now home to bold, genre-bending films that explore the emotional and the e...

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Mattie Scariot is proof that when you lead with passion, anything is possible. As Director of the Poppy Jasper International Film Festival, Mattie has built more than a showcase for global cinema. She has created a movement rooted in equity, creativity, and connection.

In this joyful, energizing conversation recorded during last year’s festival, Mattie shares how she grew a local event into an internationally recognized celebration ...

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Juan Cabrera’s journey from a small town in Spain to some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters is a masterclass in creative grit and technical mastery. A self-taught artist with roots in animation and VFX, Juan found his calling in color grading, where storytelling meets science.

Whether contributing to "Star Trek Into Darkness" or "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," Juan’s work brings clarity, emotion, and cohesion t...

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🎸 Lyle Workman has done what few musicians can. He mastered the art of hit songs and the craft of film scores, building a career that spans rock legends and Hollywood blockbusters.

Whether trading guitar licks with Beck and Sting or scoring comedies like "The 40-Year-Old Virgin" and "Superbad," Lyle’s work has quietly shaped the soundtrack of pop culture. His journey moves between studio sessions and scoring sta...

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What do Celine Dion, "Titanic," and a Spielberg film have in common? Paul Farberman.

Paul Farberman’s career spans continents, formats, and cultural icons. From representing artists at Sony Music Canada to working alongside legends like Sting and Celine Dion, Paul became one of the most trusted voices behind the scenes in both the music and film industries. He helped guide the launch of one of the most iconic songs of all ...

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From street corners to soundstages, Kwame Patterson’s journey is a masterclass in grit, determination, and the power of purpose.

Known to fans as Monk from HBO’s groundbreaking series "The Wire," Kwame Patterson’s story is built on raw determination, hustle, and unshakable faith. Born in Atlanta and raised in the unforgiving streets of New Jersey and Baltimore, he defied staggering odds, earning his GED through Job Corps a...

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🎙️ You know the wrestler.
Meet the man rewriting his story—on his own terms. 

Shelton Benjamin has dominated the wrestling world, leaving an indelible mark in WWE, NJPW, ROH, and now AEW as a member of “The Hurt Syndicate.” Known for his electrifying athleticism and record-breaking title reigns, Shelton’s journey spans decades of grit, glory, and reinvention. But now, he’s setting his sights on a new arena. 

We sit down with Sh...

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What if the kid who dropped out of school at 16 came back to sell his company for $30 million?

Ricky Blair didn’t follow the traditional path—but he forged one hell of a journey. This is the story of how mentorship, grit, and bold vision turned a teenage outsider into a game-changing entrepreneur.

At just 16, Ricky Blair left school feeling like the odds were stacked against him. A year later, a mentor unlocked his potential and set ...

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May 13, 2025 45 mins

The lore. The legacy. The green robe cameo.
Get ready for a deeper cut into the "Star Wars" galaxy—and the creative mind that’s helped shape it for decades.

If you thought Part 1 was epic—strap in. In the second half of our conversation with Pablo Hidalgo, Director of Franchise and Story at Lucasfilm, we go beyond “Star Wars” lore and into the heart of what makes a lifelong creative tick.

Pablo is one of the key archite...

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🎙️ In this premiere episode, we sit down with Pablo Hidalgo—Franchise & Story Executive at Lucasfilm and one of the key voices behind the "Star Wars" galaxy.

Happy “Star Wars” Day! To celebrate May the 4th, we’re kicking off the Energis Podcast with a very specialguest—Pablo Hidalgo, loremaster of a galaxy far, far away. 

As the Director of Franchise and Story at Lucasfilm, Pablo has spent over two decades shaping and ...

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April 28, 2025 6 mins

🎙️ In this introduction episode, meet your hosts Norma and Rich as they share the why behind Energis Podcast — and what’s in store for your journey ahead.

Forget the highlight reels. Welcome to the Energis Podcast—where the real stories live.

Hosted by Norma, an award-winning entertainment powerhouse, and Rich, a tech innovator with a knack for turning chaos into creativity, the Energis Podcast is about the grit behind the glory.

We’...

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