In this week's episode, we sit down with Josh Polsky. Hosted by Ben, this episode is an intimate conversation with Josh discussing his upbringing in St. Louis, his passion for the Grateful Dead, and the night that changed his life. Tune in to this special episode of the "Too Dad to Quit" podcast about how Josh Polsky traveled the country after converting from a "dead head" hater to a festival-going dead head. Learn how Josh fell into a 23-year career in marketing and a more recent life as DJ Polsky as well as Josh sharing the most impactful trip of his life. Josh takes us on a journey through his life and the work he has done to make him the man and dad he is today. Contact Us to Share Your Story: https://toodadtoquit.com/contact
Watch This Episode: https://youtu.be/sQAChbY-GSQ
Chapters: 00:00 Understanding Personal Processes and Introducing the Two Dads to Quit Podcast
01:55 Interview with Digital Marketer Josh Polsky
03:16 Casual Conversation about Personal Experiences
05:31 Living in a Small Town and the Appeal of Hobbit Houses
10:02 Exploring Caves at Bay Guvrin and Unexpectedly Strong Acid Experience
17:18 Religion, Negativity, and Personal Experience
24:08 Discovering DJing at a Trance Festival
28:53 Turning Rock Songs into Lullabies and a Career in Marketing
32:34 Challenges of Running a Marketing Company in Israel as an Independent American
34:34 Reflecting on Past Relationships and Personal Growth
35:34 Selling a Business, Job Hunt, and Enjoying Hobbies
39:51 Living in a Small Country: Advantages and Cool Diving Spot
43:57 Discovering Hidden Gems in Israel
46:42 The Power of Patience
47:08 Exploring NLP Certification as an Alternative to a Psych Degree
53:10 Watching My Children Grow and Finding Happiness
56:12 Closing Remarks of To Dad To Quit Podcast
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Episode References:
Book: Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving: A Guide and Map for Recovering from Childhood Trauma by Pete Walker, https://www.amazon.com/Complex-PTSD-Surviving-RECOVERING-CHILDHOOD/dp/1492871842
Psychedelics in Congress via FoxNews: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgOuvlRWYZ4
Beit Guvrin National Park: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beit_Guvrin-Maresha_National_Park
Coppadocia Turkey via Lost LeBlanc: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCQwOusdMfk
Masada Caves via BengineerTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2nKX3_jshA
Reach out to Josh:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/polsky
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuapolsky
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshuapolsky
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Thanks for listening,
Ben & Yoel
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