True West Podcast

Chris Weaver is an American Dreamer. He moved to Nashville, TN 20 years ago with the dream of making a mark with his music. And he has done just that. Although it may not look like he had originally envisioned it, his musical journey has taken him from California to Brazil. And whether he is playing at a honky tonk on lower Broadway or at a stadium in front of 40,000 fans, he closes his eyes and realizes he is living his dream.

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Whether producing television, working with brands, or wandering through a sprawling ranch just outside of Dallas, Tennessee Edwards is man who lives with passion. He is more than a story teller. He is a man that sees every moment in life as part of an ever-unfolding story. One that has numerous possibilities...and he can't wait to see how those stories come to fruition...but even more, he can't wait to be a part of their ...

In David's special conversation with Pat Shea, she shares a heart for service that was instilled in her from a young age. It is amazing what can happen when a young girl finds $20 bill laying on the ground. Her True West path started that day. 

Join us as we hear how this successful business leader turned the second half of her career into an intentional quest to serve others and bring along as many people along with her to joi...

It all started with an idea to doing something differently....a true "True West" moment, if you will. At the age of 22, and young Lee Dunlap identified a major pain point in the event industry and he created his own path and his own future by solving that pain point.

What started out as a small event drapery rental and installation company, has grown into a major event industry conglomerate with scenic rentals, e...

Many know him as America's Sassiest Lifestyle Guru. He has also been named one of the top 10 Event Producers in the world by the New York Times, Destinations Magazine and Forbes. He is bigger than life, but has a heart of gold. You will be surprised at this incredibly open conversation with Steve Kemble.

Check out David’s conversation with Steve as they discuss his upbringing in Texas that opened the gateway to the world for th...

In our Season 1 Finale, David sits down with some of his closest pals to discuss gratitude for the crappy things that have happened in theist year and look forward to all that we can be thankful for in this coming Holiday season.

Manny Pineiro, Cory Travalena, Richard Yearwood and Rick Borja join David in this special Thanksgiving episode.

The conversation is vulnerable and real and reflects how faith can help you...

Life is hard. It throws us curveballs often. But there are those of us that use those hard times to dig deep and discover their own True West path. For Christiev Alphin, going east to Nashville from Oregon after the collapse of her first marriage, was really a part of her true west journey and was the catalyst to living the beautiful life she has today.

It was in Nashville, that her career blossomed as a fashion stylist and creative...

Episode 18-True West Podcast-John Cronin

We hear the term Unicorn all the time in business, It usually refers to someone who has a truly unique set of skills that is uncommon to find. Well, I find a completely different kind of Unicorn. On this week’s episode of the True West Podcast, I had the chance to sit down with John Cronin, Managing director and SVP at AllianceBernstein. John has been with the organization for over ...

This episode should be called “2 degrees from Kobe Bryant”. Just kidding!. 

 But wow, what an incredible story. How do you become one of the top performance coaches in the world, working with athletes like Steph Curry, Kevin Durant and Kobe Bryant, when you never even played any professional sports personally? 

 Well, that is exactly what Alan Stein Jr. did. And then after 25 years working as a coach to the world’s elite athletes, he...

Who knew that a branded pen and a squeezy ball could set a young girl on a path to becoming a marketing executive? In this episode of the True West Podcast, we hear from Rachel Stein Hislop about her journey from a professional dancer to world class marketing leader. Her take on servant leadership and building a culture in which all team members can thrive is nothing less than inspirational.

Check out David’s conversation with Rache...

Starting her journey from Queens, Christine Juarbe is wickedly committed to her craft. Beginning her career as a model and then actor, she is now an amazing filmmaker. 

Hear her story of the tenacity it took to move across country to Hollywood with only $200.00 to her name. Her True West journey is now taking her around the world as her new film Dark Room premieres at Film Festivals from Ireland to Los Angeles this fall.

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Let’s take a look at the life of a career TV & Film professional, from both sides of the camera. Richard Yearwood has had a career that has spanned over 40 years, from child actor to director and producer of one of the top reality shows on television. Here is true “True West” story, as his family journeyed from England to Canada to Los Angeles. You will be inspired by his humility and his desire to make everyone else feel great...

Gene Miller has had 40-year career touring with some of the greatest musicians on the planet, DonnaSummer, Kenny Loggins, Amy Grant and Vince Gill, (to name a few). He has carved a True West path like no other. For Gene, there was no plan B as he followed in his Dad’s footsteps and made a life for himself and his family that took him around the world playing arenas and stadiums and concert halls. It even landed him as the lead in a...

Our first international guest graces the True West Podcast this week. Richard Foulkes has had a stellar career in the live corporate events industry, starting as an assistant lighting designer (and employee number 40) at Imagination UK, and working his way up to become a senior executive, strategist and board member at the company that now boasts over 2000 employees and offices around the globe. Richard’s take on the lessons he has...

True positivity comes to the True West podcast this week. We are excited to share David’s conversation with Julie Johnston, Founder of iContact Coaching and professional Voice Over Artist. Julie has spent a lifetime crafting her skills in personal development and is the ultimate example of a champion of people.

You will hear her stories of tenacity and exploration that will inspire you to follow your True West path today.

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Growing up in the world of Hollywood in the 70’s & 80’s, Cory Travalena, son of the late great impressionist Fred Travalena, has forged his own path. While not always pretty, his journey has one constant theme...reliance on God and not on himself. 

Join us for a very special conversation with Cory as David takes a look at the unrealistic expectations of the Hollywood life and the strength it takes to listen to your inner voice ...

What happens when a 15 year-old boy in high school starts his True West Journey as soon as he gets his permit? Find out on the latest episode of the True West Podcast. SVP and Partner at Go West Creative, Rick Borja joined the company over 36 years ago, and today he is still passionate about his work, his team and the clients that he serves. Tune in today and you'll also you will get to hear what Karaoke was really like 40 yea...

Heidi Schwartz made her way from the Midwest to Nashville, TN with dreams of making it big in the music industry. What she found was her own True West path that created an entirely new type of artistry. For the past 15 years, Heidi has been a featured experiential performance artist at hundreds events around the globe. Her unique style of painting mixed with her flair for the dramatic, have created a brand and an experience unlike ...

This is a fun one! We had a lot of laughs sitting together and discussing Matthew Reithmayr’s True West journey as a writer, director and producer of both live events and full length feature films, including the 2022 national release of Paul’s Promise. Matt is a kind soul that truly cares about each of the team members that he works with. Take a listen to his philosophy on leadership and the lessons he has learned along his 30-year...