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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Dylan Delaney https://storage.buzzsprout.com/tm10nuakl96ocbrzo3ylwiu7f341?.jpg Dialogue with Dylan https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dylan-delaney3 Alexandria Allen: Transforming a Life-Changing Injury Into a God-Given Purpose Alexandria Allen: Transforming a Life-Changing Injury Into a God-Given Purpose Alexandria Allen is a model and content creator. Injured in a drunk driving accident at 17 years old, she now inspires people to think big and get over limiting beliefs despite being paralyzed. In our conversation, we talk about mindset, gratitude, purpose, faith, self awareness, and accessibility.

Follow Alexandria:
https://www.instagram.com/alexallenm/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
01:31 – Context
02:51 – Pre‑Accident Modeling Dreams and Becoming an Adaptive Model
04:18 – Training, Modeling Camp, and Signing with Agencies as a Professional Model 
05:19 – Overcoming Limiting Beliefs About Age & Timing
06:40 – Growth Mindset vs Talent: Hard Work Behind Modeling and Success
08:09 – Inspiring Others Online and Using Adversity as an Advantage
09:00 – Discipline Over Motivation, Faith, and Building “Kingdom Wealth” to Give
10:52 – Able‑Bodied Excuses, & the Power of Mindset Over Disability 
13:19 – Gratitude, Renewing the Mind, and Rewiring Negative Thought Patterns
15:18 – Energy, Vibration, and Daily Gratitude Practices That Shift Your Brain
16:55 – Years of Practice: From Expecting the Worst to Choosing Hope
18:49 – Trauma, the Brain, and Choosing to Move Forward After Being Stuck
20:25 – Self‑Awareness, Negative Thoughts, and Questioning What Keeps People Stuck
20:46 – Manifestation, Reaping What You Sow, & Biblical View of “Above Average” Living
22:46 – How Hardship Tests Faith and Leads Back to God in Different Seasons of Life
26:45 – Daily Conversation with God, Prophetic Counsel, and Surrender in Busy Seasons
28:24 – Not Wanting to Live, Family Disability Role Models, and the Importance of Community
31:09 – Advocating for Accessibility 

Recorded on 4/1/26 in Lancaster, PA

]]> Alexandria Allen is a model and content creator. Injured in a drunk driving accident at 17 years old, she now inspires people to think big and get over limiting beliefs despite being paralyzed. In our conversation, we talk about mindset, gratitude, purpose, faith, self awareness, and accessibility.

Follow Alexandria:
https://www.instagram.com/alexallenm/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
01:31 – Context
02:51 – Pre‑Accident Modeling Dreams and Becoming an Adaptive Model
04:18 – Training, Modeling Camp, and Signing with Agencies as a Professional Model 
05:19 – Overcoming Limiting Beliefs About Age & Timing
06:40 – Growth Mindset vs Talent: Hard Work Behind Modeling and Success
08:09 – Inspiring Others Online and Using Adversity as an Advantage
09:00 – Discipline Over Motivation, Faith, and Building “Kingdom Wealth” to Give
10:52 – Able‑Bodied Excuses, & the Power of Mindset Over Disability 
13:19 – Gratitude, Renewing the Mind, and Rewiring Negative Thought Patterns
15:18 – Energy, Vibration, and Daily Gratitude Practices That Shift Your Brain
16:55 – Years of Practice: From Expecting the Worst to Choosing Hope
18:49 – Trauma, the Brain, and Choosing to Move Forward After Being Stuck
20:25 – Self‑Awareness, Negative Thoughts, and Questioning What Keeps People Stuck
20:46 – Manifestation, Reaping What You Sow, & Biblical View of “Above Average” Living
22:46 – How Hardship Tests Faith and Leads Back to God in Different Seasons of Life
26:45 – Daily Conversation with God, Prophetic Counsel, and Surrender in Busy Seasons
28:24 – Not Wanting to Live, Family Disability Role Models, and the Importance of Community
31:09 – Advocating for Accessibility 

Recorded on 4/1/26 in Lancaster, PA

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-19188150 Sat, 16 May 2026 15:00:00 -0400 3217 full false Cory Hunter: Choose Hard Things Even When You Don't Have To Cory Hunter: Choose Hard Things Even When You Don't Have To Cory Hunter is a freelance brand designer based in Lancaster, PA. He shares how growing up as a missionary kid in Slovakia, pivoting from engineering to graphic design, and eventually leaping into freelance branding work have shaped his approach to creativity, family, and resilience. From church creative teams to Nashville music projects and community run clubs, Cory unpacks why relationships, curiosity, and choosing hard things matter more than chasing prestige.

Hunter Creative Co:
www.huntercreative.co

Follow Cory:
https://www.instagram.com/huntercreative.co/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

00:00:00 – Childhood as a missionary in Slovakia
00:03:00 – From engineering drawings to design 
00:04:40 – Liberty graphic design, early jobs
00:06:00 – Growing up overseas, school shift
00:07:40 – Language, bilingual Slovak-English life
00:11:50 – Liberty experience, making school count
00:16:50 – Choosing college for character growth
00:18:25 – Church creative career and freelancing leap 
00:22:55 – Relationships, faith, and taking the risk
00:28:00 – Finding a niche: branding, apparel, church 
00:31:30 – Standing out through relationships, not skill 
00:34:25 – Music work, Nashville agency, lyric video 
00:36:20 – Dream clients two connections away
00:37:05 – Common Run Club, community connections
00:38:10 – Starting running, asthma, first marathon

]]> Cory Hunter is a freelance brand designer based in Lancaster, PA. He shares how growing up as a missionary kid in Slovakia, pivoting from engineering to graphic design, and eventually leaping into freelance branding work have shaped his approach to creativity, family, and resilience. From church creative teams to Nashville music projects and community run clubs, Cory unpacks why relationships, curiosity, and choosing hard things matter more than chasing prestige.

Hunter Creative Co:
www.huntercreative.co

Follow Cory:
https://www.instagram.com/huntercreative.co/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

00:00:00 – Childhood as a missionary in Slovakia
00:03:00 – From engineering drawings to design 
00:04:40 – Liberty graphic design, early jobs
00:06:00 – Growing up overseas, school shift
00:07:40 – Language, bilingual Slovak-English life
00:11:50 – Liberty experience, making school count
00:16:50 – Choosing college for character growth
00:18:25 – Church creative career and freelancing leap 
00:22:55 – Relationships, faith, and taking the risk
00:28:00 – Finding a niche: branding, apparel, church 
00:31:30 – Standing out through relationships, not skill 
00:34:25 – Music work, Nashville agency, lyric video 
00:36:20 – Dream clients two connections away
00:37:05 – Common Run Club, community connections
00:38:10 – Starting running, asthma, first marathon

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-19138865 Thu, 07 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 3648 full false Tim Medina: Have Steadfastness in Every Aspect of Your Life Tim Medina: Have Steadfastness in Every Aspect of Your Life Tim Medina is the founder of Stump & Root Co., a marketing agency that serves local businesses in Lancaster, PA. In this episode, we talk about his background, his journey from corporate to founding his company, the 3 pillars of his work (branding, video, and photo), content systems, niches, marketing yourself as a creative, his role as a husband and father, and faith.

Follow Tim:
https://www.instagram.com/thecreativetim/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbmedina/

Stump & Root:
https://www.stumpandroot.co/
https://www.instagram.com/stumpandroot.co/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

0:00 - Introduction
2:08 - Early creative background and family artistic influence
3:38 - Movie "Signs" inspiration and career awakening
4:35 - Discovering graphic design
6:52 - Corporate roles vs. founding Stump & Root Co.
7:53 - Importance of marketing education for creatives
22:52 - Working outside your niche and flexibility
24:49 - Pivoting niches and spec ad strategy
27:36 - Three pillars: video, photo, branding foundation
28:41 - Story/brand framework and holistic approach
38:25 - Personal branding and authenticity in work
40:33 - Family motivation and life priorities
46:44 - Collaborative mindset vs competition
47:14 - Abundance of local business opportunities
50:47 - Faith journey and background
52:00 - Trials, testing, and God's consistency
57:20 - Faith through difficult seasons and divine timing
1:01:31 - God's steadfast love and pursuit
1:06:19 - Website and LinkedIn for connecting

Recorded on February 17th, 2026 in Lancaster, PA.

]]> Tim Medina is the founder of Stump & Root Co., a marketing agency that serves local businesses in Lancaster, PA. In this episode, we talk about his background, his journey from corporate to founding his company, the 3 pillars of his work (branding, video, and photo), content systems, niches, marketing yourself as a creative, his role as a husband and father, and faith.

Follow Tim:
https://www.instagram.com/thecreativetim/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbmedina/

Stump & Root:
https://www.stumpandroot.co/
https://www.instagram.com/stumpandroot.co/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

0:00 - Introduction
2:08 - Early creative background and family artistic influence
3:38 - Movie "Signs" inspiration and career awakening
4:35 - Discovering graphic design
6:52 - Corporate roles vs. founding Stump & Root Co.
7:53 - Importance of marketing education for creatives
22:52 - Working outside your niche and flexibility
24:49 - Pivoting niches and spec ad strategy
27:36 - Three pillars: video, photo, branding foundation
28:41 - Story/brand framework and holistic approach
38:25 - Personal branding and authenticity in work
40:33 - Family motivation and life priorities
46:44 - Collaborative mindset vs competition
47:14 - Abundance of local business opportunities
50:47 - Faith journey and background
52:00 - Trials, testing, and God's consistency
57:20 - Faith through difficult seasons and divine timing
1:01:31 - God's steadfast love and pursuit
1:06:19 - Website and LinkedIn for connecting

Recorded on February 17th, 2026 in Lancaster, PA.

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-18978103 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 4064 full false Joshua West: Documentary Films for Brands with Real Human Stakes Joshua West: Documentary Films for Brands with Real Human Stakes Joshua West is a documentary filmmaker based in Lancaster, PA. In our conversation, we talk about what storytelling actually means, his production process, niches, competition, marketing, AI, and how he runs his business along with his wife.

Follow Josh:

https://www.instagram.com/jbawproductions/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-west-0803a0181/

JBAW Productions:

www.jbawproductions.com

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

0:00 Introduction & Background
1:36 Growing Up in Texas & Moving to Pennsylvania
2:07 Meeting His Wife Through Music & COVID
5:50 Getting Started in Photography & Concert Work
6:32 Transition from Photography to Video Production
7:04 The Importance of Storytelling in Film
8:07 Defining Real Storytelling vs Marketing Buzzwords
9:25 Finding Conflict & Contrast in Corporate Films
12:03 Making Films That Create Emotional Impact
12:54 Pre-Production Process & Client Consultation
14:28 Being a Strategic Partner vs Button Presser
17:08 Maintaining Creative Control with Clients
19:44 Working with Legacy Brands & Real Human Stakes
21:09 Balancing Artistry with Business Needs
23:23 Self-Education & Learning Technical Skills
24:06 Trial and Error Approach to Skill Development
29:33 Marketing Strategies for Video Professionals
32:08 The Challenge of Marketing Yourself as a Video Creator
34:18 Generalist vs Specialist Debate
35:23 Niching Down to Documentary Approach
38:05 Opportunities in Smaller Markets
40:42 Benefits of Central PA Market
42:41 Adapting to AI & Industry Changes
45:14 Community Over Competition Mindset
47:22 Different Restaurants Analogy
48:43 Knowing When to Say No to Projects
50:55 Running a Business with His Wife
55:54 Where to Find & Hire Josh

Recorded on February 10, 2026 in Lancaster, PA.

]]> Joshua West is a documentary filmmaker based in Lancaster, PA. In our conversation, we talk about what storytelling actually means, his production process, niches, competition, marketing, AI, and how he runs his business along with his wife.

Follow Josh:

https://www.instagram.com/jbawproductions/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-west-0803a0181/

JBAW Productions:

www.jbawproductions.com

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

0:00 Introduction & Background
1:36 Growing Up in Texas & Moving to Pennsylvania
2:07 Meeting His Wife Through Music & COVID
5:50 Getting Started in Photography & Concert Work
6:32 Transition from Photography to Video Production
7:04 The Importance of Storytelling in Film
8:07 Defining Real Storytelling vs Marketing Buzzwords
9:25 Finding Conflict & Contrast in Corporate Films
12:03 Making Films That Create Emotional Impact
12:54 Pre-Production Process & Client Consultation
14:28 Being a Strategic Partner vs Button Presser
17:08 Maintaining Creative Control with Clients
19:44 Working with Legacy Brands & Real Human Stakes
21:09 Balancing Artistry with Business Needs
23:23 Self-Education & Learning Technical Skills
24:06 Trial and Error Approach to Skill Development
29:33 Marketing Strategies for Video Professionals
32:08 The Challenge of Marketing Yourself as a Video Creator
34:18 Generalist vs Specialist Debate
35:23 Niching Down to Documentary Approach
38:05 Opportunities in Smaller Markets
40:42 Benefits of Central PA Market
42:41 Adapting to AI & Industry Changes
45:14 Community Over Competition Mindset
47:22 Different Restaurants Analogy
48:43 Knowing When to Say No to Projects
50:55 Running a Business with His Wife
55:54 Where to Find & Hire Josh

Recorded on February 10, 2026 in Lancaster, PA.

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-18955933 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 22:00:00 -0400 3452 full false Tim Lebo: Get Comfortable Riding the Wave of Life Tim Lebo: Get Comfortable Riding the Wave of Life Tim Lebo is a creator at heart - a videographer, musician, songwriter, podcaster, and author.

Follow Tim:
https://www.instagram.com/timothylebofilms/

Tim's website:
https://timothylebofilms.com/

Tim's book, Earth to Abram:
https://www.amazon.com/Earth-Abram-Timothy-Lebo-ebook/dp/B00XT6KQJW/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3H5GSHZ6MZEO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.M1CVo8aRaAW3idClhCCJp3osEo25UPStnP6M_vFcES0D5SddX94Wiph8D06R2QyFetzwmYMIguQNAuDv13TBxqF6VdYU24fBvF6Id2vsisSUmmwYxZKd27zmLSWXP6hbAWISp0o09BEEqGShpIGDFw.9uhO54EEENGRaVUxAEzkWSSPEadsMvI66J-CPx2r5wY&dib_tag=se&keywords=earth+to+abrams+book&qid=1772601250&sprefix=earth+to+abram+book%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-2

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

0:00 - Introduction & Creative Philosophy
0:17 - Tim's Multifaceted Creative Background
2:35 - Childhood Inspirations & Rejecting Traditional Education
7:38 - Overcoming Fear of Rejection & Taking Risks
9:23 - Preparation Meets Opportunity & Creative Standards
17:42 - Building Community Through Direct Outreach
18:37 - Helping Other Creatives & Sharing the Blueprint
20:27 - Writing Sci-Fi Novels & Finishing What You Start
25:40 - Freelance Career Sustainability & Real Estate Diversification
40:16 - Gratitude & Perspective in Creative Work
41:20 - Riding the Wave of Uncertainty
43:17 - Where to Find Tim's Work

]]> Tim Lebo is a creator at heart - a videographer, musician, songwriter, podcaster, and author.

Follow Tim:
https://www.instagram.com/timothylebofilms/

Tim's website:
https://timothylebofilms.com/

Tim's book, Earth to Abram:
https://www.amazon.com/Earth-Abram-Timothy-Lebo-ebook/dp/B00XT6KQJW/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3H5GSHZ6MZEO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.M1CVo8aRaAW3idClhCCJp3osEo25UPStnP6M_vFcES0D5SddX94Wiph8D06R2QyFetzwmYMIguQNAuDv13TBxqF6VdYU24fBvF6Id2vsisSUmmwYxZKd27zmLSWXP6hbAWISp0o09BEEqGShpIGDFw.9uhO54EEENGRaVUxAEzkWSSPEadsMvI66J-CPx2r5wY&dib_tag=se&keywords=earth+to+abrams+book&qid=1772601250&sprefix=earth+to+abram+book%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-2

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

0:00 - Introduction & Creative Philosophy
0:17 - Tim's Multifaceted Creative Background
2:35 - Childhood Inspirations & Rejecting Traditional Education
7:38 - Overcoming Fear of Rejection & Taking Risks
9:23 - Preparation Meets Opportunity & Creative Standards
17:42 - Building Community Through Direct Outreach
18:37 - Helping Other Creatives & Sharing the Blueprint
20:27 - Writing Sci-Fi Novels & Finishing What You Start
25:40 - Freelance Career Sustainability & Real Estate Diversification
40:16 - Gratitude & Perspective in Creative Work
41:20 - Riding the Wave of Uncertainty
43:17 - Where to Find Tim's Work

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-18785244 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2656 full false Dan Scott Forreal: Manifestation Over Corporate Success Dan Scott Forreal: Manifestation Over Corporate Success Dan Scott Forreal is a music producer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, sound designer, painter/muralist, tattooer, and graphic artist. In our conversation, we talk about his time living in Los Angeles and Colorado, manifestation, collaboration with band members, crafting an album, painting a mural, getting through difficult times, success, and more.

Find Dan's work here:
https://danscottforreal.com/

Kewl Haze:
https://kewlhaze.com/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

0:00 - Introduction & Family Connections
2:43 - Early School Memories & Critical Thinking
5:07 - Finding Identity Through Skateboarding & Music
6:20 - Art Development & Family Influence
31:01 - Learning Music Production Rules
32:34 - Collaboration vs. Solo Control
34:15 - Multi-Instrument Skills & Band Dynamics
36:08 - Musical Influences & Breaking Rules
39:17 - Developing Kewl Haze's Sound
41:16 - Managing Ego in Creative Partnerships
43:02 - Natural vs. Intentional Sound Development
45:25 - Dealing with Unused Creative Work
50:07 - Connecting Different Art Mediums
53:43 - Layered Art & Thought-Provoking Content
55:24 - Finding Hope in Difficult Times
61:03 - Meaningful Tattoo Story
62:25 - Defining Success & Happiness
67:33 - Life Perspective & Learning from Hardship
69:44 - Art as Universal Connection
71:00 - Music as Shared Experience
71:48 - Where to Find Dan Scott & Kewl Haze

]]> Dan Scott Forreal is a music producer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, sound designer, painter/muralist, tattooer, and graphic artist. In our conversation, we talk about his time living in Los Angeles and Colorado, manifestation, collaboration with band members, crafting an album, painting a mural, getting through difficult times, success, and more.

Find Dan's work here:
https://danscottforreal.com/

Kewl Haze:
https://kewlhaze.com/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

0:00 - Introduction & Family Connections
2:43 - Early School Memories & Critical Thinking
5:07 - Finding Identity Through Skateboarding & Music
6:20 - Art Development & Family Influence
31:01 - Learning Music Production Rules
32:34 - Collaboration vs. Solo Control
34:15 - Multi-Instrument Skills & Band Dynamics
36:08 - Musical Influences & Breaking Rules
39:17 - Developing Kewl Haze's Sound
41:16 - Managing Ego in Creative Partnerships
43:02 - Natural vs. Intentional Sound Development
45:25 - Dealing with Unused Creative Work
50:07 - Connecting Different Art Mediums
53:43 - Layered Art & Thought-Provoking Content
55:24 - Finding Hope in Difficult Times
61:03 - Meaningful Tattoo Story
62:25 - Defining Success & Happiness
67:33 - Life Perspective & Learning from Hardship
69:44 - Art as Universal Connection
71:00 - Music as Shared Experience
71:48 - Where to Find Dan Scott & Kewl Haze

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-18733195 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0500 4408 full false Drew B Darby: How Running Lead to Endurance Sports Documentaries Drew B Darby: How Running Lead to Endurance Sports Documentaries Drew B Darby is a documentary filmmaker specializing in endurance sports, traveling all around the world to capture the most impressive race performances. Drew is one of my oldest film industry colleagues and friends.

In this conversation, we take a trip down memory lane to the early film projects that got us started, ways to break into the film industry in today's day and age, how running changed his life, his process for crafting a film from start to finish, marketing yourself as a creative business owner, freelancing lessons learned, and more.

Follow Drew:
https://www.instagram.com/drewbdarby/
https://www.drewbdarby.com/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

00:00 - Introduction & Background
02:34 - How Drew & Dylan Connected Through Film
06:26 - First Collaboration: "Angels Among Us" Short Film
08:56 - "Delivery" One-Shot Film Project
13:23 - Technical Challenges & Equipment Reviews
18:14 - Overcoming Imperfection in Early Work
22:21 - College Education vs. Self-Learning Debate
25:41 - Building Skills Through Experience
31:24 - College Experience at William & Mary
46:32 - Discovery of Running During Pandemic
53:31 - Career Pivot: Moving to Austin & BPN
55:32 - Reinventing Portfolio for Endurance Sports
01:00:00 - Going Freelance: The Two-Film Decision
01:05:09 - Why Athletes Need Documentary Films
01:17:07 - Art & Tactics: Balancing Creativity with Strategy
01:20:53 - Production Process: Pre-Production to Post
01:34:49 - Unpredictability of Race Day Filming
01:44:47 - Breaking the Mold in Ultra Running Content
01:47:57 - Lead Generation & Social Media Strategy
01:54:28 - Building Recognition in the Industry
02:02:18 - Sustainable Freelancing Without Ads
02:09:17 - Referring Work & Building Networks
02:17:10 - Contractor Relations & Fair Payment
02:26:54 - Defining Success in Freelance Career
02:35:48 - Reflections on Creative Partnership
02:37:25 - Where to Find Drew's Work

]]> Drew B Darby is a documentary filmmaker specializing in endurance sports, traveling all around the world to capture the most impressive race performances. Drew is one of my oldest film industry colleagues and friends.

In this conversation, we take a trip down memory lane to the early film projects that got us started, ways to break into the film industry in today's day and age, how running changed his life, his process for crafting a film from start to finish, marketing yourself as a creative business owner, freelancing lessons learned, and more.

Follow Drew:
https://www.instagram.com/drewbdarby/
https://www.drewbdarby.com/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

00:00 - Introduction & Background
02:34 - How Drew & Dylan Connected Through Film
06:26 - First Collaboration: "Angels Among Us" Short Film
08:56 - "Delivery" One-Shot Film Project
13:23 - Technical Challenges & Equipment Reviews
18:14 - Overcoming Imperfection in Early Work
22:21 - College Education vs. Self-Learning Debate
25:41 - Building Skills Through Experience
31:24 - College Experience at William & Mary
46:32 - Discovery of Running During Pandemic
53:31 - Career Pivot: Moving to Austin & BPN
55:32 - Reinventing Portfolio for Endurance Sports
01:00:00 - Going Freelance: The Two-Film Decision
01:05:09 - Why Athletes Need Documentary Films
01:17:07 - Art & Tactics: Balancing Creativity with Strategy
01:20:53 - Production Process: Pre-Production to Post
01:34:49 - Unpredictability of Race Day Filming
01:44:47 - Breaking the Mold in Ultra Running Content
01:47:57 - Lead Generation & Social Media Strategy
01:54:28 - Building Recognition in the Industry
02:02:18 - Sustainable Freelancing Without Ads
02:09:17 - Referring Work & Building Networks
02:17:10 - Contractor Relations & Fair Payment
02:26:54 - Defining Success in Freelance Career
02:35:48 - Reflections on Creative Partnership
02:37:25 - Where to Find Drew's Work

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-18640262 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0500 9495 full false Victoria Pappas: If You Want to Go Far, Go Together Victoria Pappas: If You Want to Go Far, Go Together Why is it important to share your journey? Because others are watching… even if it’s one person. Your voice can be that one instance of inspiration that someone needs to make positive change in their life/career.

Victoria Pappas shares what the keys to success have been almost one year into full time freelancing. She also talks about the role of setting an example for others who are looking to pursue their dream of chasing their creative passions professionally.

Follow Victoria:
https://www.instagram.com/creatively.vp/

Recorded at Leaf and Loft Studio:
https://www.instagram.com/leafandloftstudio/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

]]> Why is it important to share your journey? Because others are watching… even if it’s one person. Your voice can be that one instance of inspiration that someone needs to make positive change in their life/career.

Victoria Pappas shares what the keys to success have been almost one year into full time freelancing. She also talks about the role of setting an example for others who are looking to pursue their dream of chasing their creative passions professionally.

Follow Victoria:
https://www.instagram.com/creatively.vp/

Recorded at Leaf and Loft Studio:
https://www.instagram.com/leafandloftstudio/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-18523974 Sat, 17 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0500 2344 full false Mark Yang: Running Ads Without Strategy? You're Wasting Money Mark Yang: Running Ads Without Strategy? You're Wasting Money Mark Yang is a cinematographer and video marketer based in Lancaster, PA. In our discussion, we talk about what it takes to be a full time freelancer, video marketing, his experience running Instagram ads for local businesses, and personal branding. 

Follow Mark:
https://www.instagram.com/bambooshootsmedia/

Recorded at Leaf and Loft Studio:
https://www.instagram.com/leafandloftstudio/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

]]> Mark Yang is a cinematographer and video marketer based in Lancaster, PA. In our discussion, we talk about what it takes to be a full time freelancer, video marketing, his experience running Instagram ads for local businesses, and personal branding. 

Follow Mark:
https://www.instagram.com/bambooshootsmedia/

Recorded at Leaf and Loft Studio:
https://www.instagram.com/leafandloftstudio/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-18491452 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0500 3012 full false Austin Gingerich: Helping Creatives Find Their Purpose Austin Gingerich: Helping Creatives Find Their Purpose Austin Gingerich is a brand strategist who co-founded the creative community Silo, which is based out of York and Lancaster, PA. His mission is to help creatives find their purpose.

In this episode, we dive into the importance of being a part of a community for both your personal and professional life, the story of how Silo was co-founded, tactical tips for improving your personal brand, and more.

Follow Austin:
https://www.instagram.com/austingingerich/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/austingingerich/
https://www.austingingerich.com/home/

Silo:
https://www.instagram.com/silo.us/
youtube.com/@silocreative

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

]]> Austin Gingerich is a brand strategist who co-founded the creative community Silo, which is based out of York and Lancaster, PA. His mission is to help creatives find their purpose.

In this episode, we dive into the importance of being a part of a community for both your personal and professional life, the story of how Silo was co-founded, tactical tips for improving your personal brand, and more.

Follow Austin:
https://www.instagram.com/austingingerich/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/austingingerich/
https://www.austingingerich.com/home/

Silo:
https://www.instagram.com/silo.us/
youtube.com/@silocreative

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-18429830 Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0500 4052 full false Amanda Collins: The First Steps to a Career as a Freelance Brand Designer Amanda Collins: The First Steps to a Career as a Freelance Brand Designer In this episode, I speak with Amanda Collins about her journey as a freelance brand designer. Amanda and I met at a networking event a few years ago and I hired her to design a PDF for me last year. We cover topics like networking, education, having organization and processes in your business, the important of branding, and more.

Amanda's Website:
www.acollins.design

Follow Amanda on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/acollins.design/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

]]> In this episode, I speak with Amanda Collins about her journey as a freelance brand designer. Amanda and I met at a networking event a few years ago and I hired her to design a PDF for me last year. We cover topics like networking, education, having organization and processes in your business, the important of branding, and more.

Amanda's Website:
www.acollins.design

Follow Amanda on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/acollins.design/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-18275368 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 18:00:00 -0500 2497 full false Sam Interrante: The Keys to a Sustainable and Fulfilling Photography Career Sam Interrante: The Keys to a Sustainable and Fulfilling Photography Career In this episode, I speak with Sam Interrante. Sam is a talented photographer who has a lot of great insights to share about pursuing photography as a full time career.

Sam's Website:
https://www.saminterrante.com/

Sam's Mentorship Program, The Portrait Lab:
https://www.skool.com/the-portrait-lab/about

Sam's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/sam_interrante/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

]]> In this episode, I speak with Sam Interrante. Sam is a talented photographer who has a lot of great insights to share about pursuing photography as a full time career.

Sam's Website:
https://www.saminterrante.com/

Sam's Mentorship Program, The Portrait Lab:
https://www.skool.com/the-portrait-lab/about

Sam's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/sam_interrante/

Connect with me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/

My Website:
delaneyvideo.com

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-18233746 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 19:00:00 -0500 2310 full false Pete Rodriguez: The Path to Building a $250K Solo Run Brand Agency Pete Rodriguez: The Path to Building a $250K Solo Run Brand Agency How willing are you to bet on yourself? 

I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Pete Rodriguez. Pete is a super talented brand designer, entrepreneur, and creative business coach. 

We dive into his background in design, educating yourself for a creative career, transitioning from a corporate position to freelancing full time, the difference between a service and an offer, mentorship, and more. 

Follow Pete:

https://www.instagram.com/impeterodriguez/

The Brand Dept:

https://www.thebranddept.co/

Recorded on 10/15/25 in Lancaster, PA

]]> How willing are you to bet on yourself? 

I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Pete Rodriguez. Pete is a super talented brand designer, entrepreneur, and creative business coach. 

We dive into his background in design, educating yourself for a creative career, transitioning from a corporate position to freelancing full time, the difference between a service and an offer, mentorship, and more. 

Follow Pete:

https://www.instagram.com/impeterodriguez/

The Brand Dept:

https://www.thebranddept.co/

Recorded on 10/15/25 in Lancaster, PA

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-18112997 Fri, 31 Oct 2025 22:00:00 -0400 2834 full false Christopher Davis: Turning a Layoff Into an Opportunity in a New City Christopher Davis: Turning a Layoff Into an Opportunity in a New City On this episode, I'm joined by Christopher Davis, a video business owner based out of Atlanta, GA. Christopher and I went to the same college for some time and I've been following along with his journey. His production company, Merrill Film Group, focuses on creating story-driven brand films that help service-based businesses connect with their customers.

We talk about what inspired him to pursue video early on, our time in college, the place that film programs have in today's industry, adjusting to the workforce, moving to a new city without knowing anyone, networking, building up connections, storytelling, video strategy, and the current state of the video industry/where it's going.

Follow Christopher:
https://www.instagram.com/filmedbychristopher/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophermerrilldavis/

Merrill Film Group:
https://www.instagram.com/merrillfilmgroup/

https://www.merrillfilmgroup.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafYRPDeylyYOIB-ieuxqKmHzkNKs7f6QIWNhmFpSLNlaR0a72Qad82USyM1vQ_aem_Sw9604QAd2rzGJAdfQQBYQ

Follow me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/
delaneyvideo.com

Recorded on 10/7/25

]]> On this episode, I'm joined by Christopher Davis, a video business owner based out of Atlanta, GA. Christopher and I went to the same college for some time and I've been following along with his journey. His production company, Merrill Film Group, focuses on creating story-driven brand films that help service-based businesses connect with their customers.

We talk about what inspired him to pursue video early on, our time in college, the place that film programs have in today's industry, adjusting to the workforce, moving to a new city without knowing anyone, networking, building up connections, storytelling, video strategy, and the current state of the video industry/where it's going.

Follow Christopher:
https://www.instagram.com/filmedbychristopher/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophermerrilldavis/

Merrill Film Group:
https://www.instagram.com/merrillfilmgroup/

https://www.merrillfilmgroup.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafYRPDeylyYOIB-ieuxqKmHzkNKs7f6QIWNhmFpSLNlaR0a72Qad82USyM1vQ_aem_Sw9604QAd2rzGJAdfQQBYQ

Follow me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/
delaneyvideo.com

Recorded on 10/7/25

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-18011108 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 22:00:00 -0400 3925 full false Isaac Kauffeldt: How to Get Clarity with Your Marketing Isaac Kauffeldt: How to Get Clarity with Your Marketing In this episode, I interview my friend, Isaac. We cover several topics like in-person networking, getting clarity with your marketing, using cold outreach to get leads in your business, overcoming rejection, product-market fit, and entrepreneurship. 

Isaac is a specialist in B2B outbound marketing with over three years of experience helping companies build predictable client acquisition systems and scalable sales processes. He’s currently building his second venture, ID Axis, a security and access control distribution company. At ID Axis, Isaac applies his marketing and sales expertise to bridge the gap between businesses and manufacturers—delivering RFID badging solutions to hospitals, airports, schools, and enterprises across the country.

Follow Isaac on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/isaac_kauffeldt22/

Recorded in Lancaster, PA on 8/22/25

]]> In this episode, I interview my friend, Isaac. We cover several topics like in-person networking, getting clarity with your marketing, using cold outreach to get leads in your business, overcoming rejection, product-market fit, and entrepreneurship. 

Isaac is a specialist in B2B outbound marketing with over three years of experience helping companies build predictable client acquisition systems and scalable sales processes. He’s currently building his second venture, ID Axis, a security and access control distribution company. At ID Axis, Isaac applies his marketing and sales expertise to bridge the gap between businesses and manufacturers—delivering RFID badging solutions to hospitals, airports, schools, and enterprises across the country.

Follow Isaac on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/isaac_kauffeldt22/

Recorded in Lancaster, PA on 8/22/25

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-17851367 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 23:00:00 -0400 4490 full false Being Confident is a Choice: Steps I've Taken to Improve My Social Life Being Confident is a Choice: Steps I've Taken to Improve My Social Life With the increase of loneliness and self isolation in today's world, I wanted to talk about these topics and practical ways that I've made improvements to my social life. I struggled with confidence for many years but think I've gone in the right direction recently.

I don't want sympathy. I want to talk about SOLUTIONS!

I cover topics like letting go of limiting identities that you may have developed during childhood, being proactive by creating opportunities to meet people, avoiding comparisons, getting used to rejection, and being content with the season of life that you're in.

Hopefully this podcast can serve as a small contribution towards normalizing the conversation around this prevalent topic. 

Remember: you have the opportunity to be confident... if you want to!

0:00 Introduction and Background

10:37 Recognize Limiting Identities

12:40 Be the Person Who is Proactive and Initiates

16:47 Celebrate Small Wins

21:52 Avoid Comparisons

23:48 Control What You Can Control

27:23 Get Used to Rejection

29:07 Be Content With the Season of Life You're In

40:59 Don't Hold These Thoughts In

]]> With the increase of loneliness and self isolation in today's world, I wanted to talk about these topics and practical ways that I've made improvements to my social life. I struggled with confidence for many years but think I've gone in the right direction recently.

I don't want sympathy. I want to talk about SOLUTIONS!

I cover topics like letting go of limiting identities that you may have developed during childhood, being proactive by creating opportunities to meet people, avoiding comparisons, getting used to rejection, and being content with the season of life that you're in.

Hopefully this podcast can serve as a small contribution towards normalizing the conversation around this prevalent topic. 

Remember: you have the opportunity to be confident... if you want to!

0:00 Introduction and Background

10:37 Recognize Limiting Identities

12:40 Be the Person Who is Proactive and Initiates

16:47 Celebrate Small Wins

21:52 Avoid Comparisons

23:48 Control What You Can Control

27:23 Get Used to Rejection

29:07 Be Content With the Season of Life You're In

40:59 Don't Hold These Thoughts In

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-17791521 Fri, 05 Sep 2025 17:00:00 -0400 2541 full false Brian Cruz: How Self-Aware Are You in the Life You Want to Live? Brian Cruz: How Self-Aware Are You in the Life You Want to Live? For the next episode of Dialogue with Dylan, I had a great conversation with my friend Brian Cruz. Brian is the founder of Evolved Frame, a media agency that serves health and wellness professionals. We cover several topics that range from networking, self awareness, work/life integration, embodying your service offer, creating systems in your business, delegating work/building a team, and why video content is essential in today's market.

Follow Brian:
https://www.instagram.com/_briancruz/

Check out Evolved Frame:
https://www.evolvedframe.com/

Follow me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/

My website: 
https://delaneyvideo.com/

]]> For the next episode of Dialogue with Dylan, I had a great conversation with my friend Brian Cruz. Brian is the founder of Evolved Frame, a media agency that serves health and wellness professionals. We cover several topics that range from networking, self awareness, work/life integration, embodying your service offer, creating systems in your business, delegating work/building a team, and why video content is essential in today's market.

Follow Brian:
https://www.instagram.com/_briancruz/

Check out Evolved Frame:
https://www.evolvedframe.com/

Follow me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/

My website: 
https://delaneyvideo.com/

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-16728664 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 18:00:00 -0500 5090 full false Reggie Gonzales: Choosing a Career that Fulfills You Reggie Gonzales: Choosing a Career that Fulfills You I had a great conversation with my friend, Reggie Gonzales. Reggie is a videographer and sports broadcaster who has experience in a variety of media endeavors. We talked about his journey getting started in sports broadcasting, his media work in the health and wellness industry with Evolved Frame, how he manages an editing team, and mindset tips for full time video professionals.

Follow Reggie:
https://www.instagram.com/_reggiegonzales/

Check out Evolved Frame:
https://www.instagram.com/evolvedframe/

Follow me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/

My website:
delaneyvideo.com

Recorded on 12/30/24

]]> I had a great conversation with my friend, Reggie Gonzales. Reggie is a videographer and sports broadcaster who has experience in a variety of media endeavors. We talked about his journey getting started in sports broadcasting, his media work in the health and wellness industry with Evolved Frame, how he manages an editing team, and mindset tips for full time video professionals.

Follow Reggie:
https://www.instagram.com/_reggiegonzales/

Check out Evolved Frame:
https://www.instagram.com/evolvedframe/

Follow me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/

My website:
delaneyvideo.com

Recorded on 12/30/24

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-16556770 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 16:00:00 -0500 1955 full false Andre Frueh: Have an Abundance vs. Scarcity Mindset Andre Frueh: Have an Abundance vs. Scarcity Mindset For this episode of Dialogue with Dylan, I sat down with my friend and colleague, Andre Frueh. Andre is an extremely talented filmmaker, cinematographer, and entrepreneur. We talked about studying digital media in college, taking on 50 wedding projects per year, setting boundaries when saying yes to projects, what sets his wedding film business apart from the rest, and more. 

Check out Andre's wedding film business:
https://www.storytellers.video/

Follow Andre:
https://www.instagram.com/andre.frueh/

Follow me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
delaneyvideo.com

]]> For this episode of Dialogue with Dylan, I sat down with my friend and colleague, Andre Frueh. Andre is an extremely talented filmmaker, cinematographer, and entrepreneur. We talked about studying digital media in college, taking on 50 wedding projects per year, setting boundaries when saying yes to projects, what sets his wedding film business apart from the rest, and more. 

Check out Andre's wedding film business:
https://www.storytellers.video/

Follow Andre:
https://www.instagram.com/andre.frueh/

Follow me:
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/
delaneyvideo.com

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-16421278 Sat, 11 Jan 2025 22:00:00 -0500 3097 full false Domenick Cucinotta: Stepping Out of the Easy Creative Path Domenick Cucinotta: Stepping Out of the Easy Creative Path For the next episode of Dialogue with Dylan, I sat down with Domenick Cucinotta. I’ve been working with Dom for a few years and he’s been one of the most influential people in my career. We talked about his journey getting into the film industry, education, co-founding his soccer apparel brand LBF, B2B vs. B2C business models, what traits he looks for in hiring people, mentorship, and more. Tune in on Youtube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

]]> For the next episode of Dialogue with Dylan, I sat down with Domenick Cucinotta. I’ve been working with Dom for a few years and he’s been one of the most influential people in my career. We talked about his journey getting into the film industry, education, co-founding his soccer apparel brand LBF, B2B vs. B2C business models, what traits he looks for in hiring people, mentorship, and more. Tune in on Youtube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-16340151 Thu, 26 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500 2536 full false Sam Eisenhower: The Importance of Learning Storytelling Sam Eisenhower: The Importance of Learning Storytelling Welcome to the revival of my podcast! After posting a dozen episodes, primarily in 2021, I have officially started it up again. 

For this first episode back, I sat down with my friend and colleague, Sam Eisenhower. Sam is an extremely talented filmmaker, entrepreneur, and visual effects artist. We talked about finding inspiration, starting a career in the film industry, education, storytelling, freelancing, and more.

Follow Sam here:
https://www.instagram.com/_boundlessentertainment/

Check out Sam's courses on storytelling and Unreal Engine:
https://boundless-resource.com/

Follow me on Instagram: 
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/

Check out my website: delaneyvideo.com

My email: dylan@delaneyvideo.com

]]> Welcome to the revival of my podcast! After posting a dozen episodes, primarily in 2021, I have officially started it up again. 

For this first episode back, I sat down with my friend and colleague, Sam Eisenhower. Sam is an extremely talented filmmaker, entrepreneur, and visual effects artist. We talked about finding inspiration, starting a career in the film industry, education, storytelling, freelancing, and more.

Follow Sam here:
https://www.instagram.com/_boundlessentertainment/

Check out Sam's courses on storytelling and Unreal Engine:
https://boundless-resource.com/

Follow me on Instagram: 
https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/

Check out my website: delaneyvideo.com

My email: dylan@delaneyvideo.com

]]> Dylan Delaney Buzzsprout-16231105 Thu, 05 Dec 2024 22:00:00 -0500 4438 full false Lessons from Having Severe Acne Lessons from Having Severe Acne Some lessons learned from dealing with severe acne a few years ago.

]]> Some lessons learned from dealing with severe acne a few years ago.

]]> Dylan Delaney 3c3a3b50-7f3c-4978-ac4f-3ec2996eadbc Thu, 17 Mar 2022 20:43:10 -0400 1448 2 1 full false Fighting Hate with Hate is Still Hate Fighting Hate with Hate is Still Hate Some thoughts on addressing hateful people and evaluating your own hate.

In summary: I believe there is abundant irony and hypocrisy around this conversation of addressing hate. Don't misunderstand me: hate is terrible, particularly groups with the intent of being violent and judging people based on immutable characteristics. But if we want to progress towards a society where we all don't hate each other (which is probably impossible, but at least alleviate the amount of hate), then we must practice what we preach. We can't be hateful to hateful people, then turn around and condemn hate in the same breath. If we treat this selectively, and our own hate is acceptable and justified because it's in pursuit of ending other hate, then we're not being morally consistent. I think there are many examples and wise words from historical figures that suggest we should be defeating hate with the opposite of hate: love. We must include intolerant people if peace is to be achieved in any way. And even if you are feeling vindictive, this approach makes you the more mature person who has their morals in alignment. I could be wrong about this, and certainly don't have all the answers, but it seems like our current practices aren't effective at all. This is just food for thought. Ask yourself, "am I a hateful person?" At first you might impeccably deny that, but upon further consideration, you might be surprised. I would enjoy hearing your thoughts on this. Be well everyone. 

]]> Some thoughts on addressing hateful people and evaluating your own hate.

In summary: I believe there is abundant irony and hypocrisy around this conversation of addressing hate. Don't misunderstand me: hate is terrible, particularly groups with the intent of being violent and judging people based on immutable characteristics. But if we want to progress towards a society where we all don't hate each other (which is probably impossible, but at least alleviate the amount of hate), then we must practice what we preach. We can't be hateful to hateful people, then turn around and condemn hate in the same breath. If we treat this selectively, and our own hate is acceptable and justified because it's in pursuit of ending other hate, then we're not being morally consistent. I think there are many examples and wise words from historical figures that suggest we should be defeating hate with the opposite of hate: love. We must include intolerant people if peace is to be achieved in any way. And even if you are feeling vindictive, this approach makes you the more mature person who has their morals in alignment. I could be wrong about this, and certainly don't have all the answers, but it seems like our current practices aren't effective at all. This is just food for thought. Ask yourself, "am I a hateful person?" At first you might impeccably deny that, but upon further consideration, you might be surprised. I would enjoy hearing your thoughts on this. Be well everyone. 

]]> Dylan Delaney fd439f55-0524-4684-881b-493708efef44 Tue, 28 Dec 2021 20:01:29 -0500 723 1 11 full false A Message to the Scientific Community A Message to the Scientific Community A message of gratitude and constructive criticism. I'm incredibly thankful for everyone who has dedicated their lives and careers to public health, but I feel as though these conversations we're having about important scientific issues could be more productive.

In summary, I'm frustrated by the sanctimony and reluctance to expose ourselves to new ideas, which I would argue is unscientific. The entire basis of science itself is asking questions. While there are definitely conspiracy theories and misinformation out there, I think the line is being blurred to the point where offering remotely dissenting opinions or alternatives solutions is belittled to the point where those ideas get lumped in with actual conspiracies. Unfortunately, whether we acknowledge it or not, politics and ideology influence science. So it is quite difficult to be objective though many scientists claim to be. We are all biased and must be open minded enough to consider every study out there and leave the door open to the mere possibility that we could be incorrect or proven wrong in the future. Science might be better seen as an ongoing process rather than a goal. I could be completely wrong about this, but at a least I'll admit that. I hope you find this interesting and I wish everyone well.

]]> A message of gratitude and constructive criticism. I'm incredibly thankful for everyone who has dedicated their lives and careers to public health, but I feel as though these conversations we're having about important scientific issues could be more productive.

In summary, I'm frustrated by the sanctimony and reluctance to expose ourselves to new ideas, which I would argue is unscientific. The entire basis of science itself is asking questions. While there are definitely conspiracy theories and misinformation out there, I think the line is being blurred to the point where offering remotely dissenting opinions or alternatives solutions is belittled to the point where those ideas get lumped in with actual conspiracies. Unfortunately, whether we acknowledge it or not, politics and ideology influence science. So it is quite difficult to be objective though many scientists claim to be. We are all biased and must be open minded enough to consider every study out there and leave the door open to the mere possibility that we could be incorrect or proven wrong in the future. Science might be better seen as an ongoing process rather than a goal. I could be completely wrong about this, but at a least I'll admit that. I hope you find this interesting and I wish everyone well.

]]> Dylan Delaney 5b92eb77-f7c2-40b2-ba46-71af7f2c29fe Fri, 26 Nov 2021 13:11:03 -0500 648 1 10 full false Henry Brechter: How to be a Responsible and Informed News Consumer Henry Brechter: How to be a Responsible and Informed News Consumer Henry Brechter is the managing editor at AllSides: a news website dedicated to addressing media bias and polarization by curating balanced news and promoting civil conversation. We talked about the mission of AllSides and ways that we can all be responsible news consumers.   

Check out AllSides here: https://www.allsides.com/unbiased-balanced-news 

]]> Henry Brechter is the managing editor at AllSides: a news website dedicated to addressing media bias and polarization by curating balanced news and promoting civil conversation. We talked about the mission of AllSides and ways that we can all be responsible news consumers.   

Check out AllSides here: https://www.allsides.com/unbiased-balanced-news 

]]> Dylan Delaney 56ecb77d-1c7b-407b-a658-6b8d17f67504 Fri, 16 Jul 2021 09:36:00 -0400 994 1 9 full false Stephanie McCullough: Understanding Behavioral Finance Stephanie McCullough: Understanding Behavioral Finance Stephanie McCullough is a financial planner at Sofia Financial. We talked about behavioral finance, the purpose and strategies of debt, student loans, independent responsibility vs. government policies, and more. Hope you enjoy it! (Recorded 6/9/21) 

]]> Stephanie McCullough is a financial planner at Sofia Financial. We talked about behavioral finance, the purpose and strategies of debt, student loans, independent responsibility vs. government policies, and more. Hope you enjoy it! (Recorded 6/9/21) 

]]> Dylan Delaney 7dd951ab-fa46-4fc2-832a-cd7f9a785d01 Wed, 09 Jun 2021 21:10:13 -0400 1039 1 8 full false An Observation About Impartiality in our Discourse An Observation About Impartiality in our Discourse I've been thinking a lot about impartiality, or the lack of it in our discourse. So I thought I'd share my observations and what I believe will help us improve our communication. 

]]> I've been thinking a lot about impartiality, or the lack of it in our discourse. So I thought I'd share my observations and what I believe will help us improve our communication. 

]]> Dylan Delaney 956a05d0-4c4e-4a5f-8802-a6b13773753c Thu, 29 Apr 2021 23:03:34 -0400 736 1 7 full false Katie Koestner: Advocating for Student Safety and Healthy Relationships Katie Koestner: Advocating for Student Safety and Healthy Relationships Katie Koestner is an activist against sexual violence and an advocate for student safety and healthy relationships. She appeared on the cover of Time magazine at age 18, has given more than 16,000 speeches at more than 5,000 organizations around the world, has written more than 1,000 publications, and is one of the nation’s most sought-after experts regarding these topics. Hear about her story, her thoughts on the Me Too movement, and more. (Recorded 3/27/21) 

]]> Katie Koestner is an activist against sexual violence and an advocate for student safety and healthy relationships. She appeared on the cover of Time magazine at age 18, has given more than 16,000 speeches at more than 5,000 organizations around the world, has written more than 1,000 publications, and is one of the nation’s most sought-after experts regarding these topics. Hear about her story, her thoughts on the Me Too movement, and more. (Recorded 3/27/21) 

]]> Dylan Delaney 9935a1c8-00c8-4338-bf2d-b23e562a94d1 Sat, 27 Mar 2021 18:22:15 -0400 1517 1 6 full false Dr. Ned Ketyer: The Case for Environmental Action Dr. Ned Ketyer: The Case for Environmental Action Dr. Ned Ketyer is a retired pediatrician and a member/President-Elect of Phsyicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania (PSRPA) which is a non-profit organization dedicated to public health, environmental, and climate advocacy. In our conversation, we talked about renewable energy, the Green New Deal, how to have an impact, the eventual displacement of workers, and more. (Recorded 3/11/21) 

]]> Dr. Ned Ketyer is a retired pediatrician and a member/President-Elect of Phsyicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania (PSRPA) which is a non-profit organization dedicated to public health, environmental, and climate advocacy. In our conversation, we talked about renewable energy, the Green New Deal, how to have an impact, the eventual displacement of workers, and more. (Recorded 3/11/21) 

]]> Dylan Delaney b1ccf67c-d096-4d82-a4b1-6ec6d5a4f1fc Fri, 19 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0400 2014 1 5 full false Dr. John Fea: Historical Parallels in American History Dr. John Fea: Historical Parallels in American History Dr. John Fea is a Distinguished Professor of American History at Messiah University. In our conversation, we talked about historical parallels, populism, the 1776 Commission vs. the 1619 Project, the removal of statues, the second amendment, religious liberty vs. eliminating discrimination, the electoral college, and more. 

]]> Dr. John Fea is a Distinguished Professor of American History at Messiah University. In our conversation, we talked about historical parallels, populism, the 1776 Commission vs. the 1619 Project, the removal of statues, the second amendment, religious liberty vs. eliminating discrimination, the electoral college, and more. 

]]> Dylan Delaney bb633461-76c1-4a24-b572-ba60b30ed7b4 Fri, 12 Mar 2021 20:52:22 -0500 2844 1 4 full false James Eldeiry: A Conversation About Christianity James Eldeiry: A Conversation About Christianity I spoke with my friend James and we talked about his experience being a Christian, skepticism, the difference between atheists & agnostics, controversial Biblical teachings, and more. Though slightly less formal than usual, I hope you enjoy our conversation. (Recorded 3/3/21) 

]]> I spoke with my friend James and we talked about his experience being a Christian, skepticism, the difference between atheists & agnostics, controversial Biblical teachings, and more. Though slightly less formal than usual, I hope you enjoy our conversation. (Recorded 3/3/21) 

]]> Dylan Delaney fda77cdc-ddbf-4dbb-a3e5-b9cae26362a7 Fri, 05 Mar 2021 15:11:30 -0500 1886 1 3 full false Michael Guaglione: Lessons from "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis Michael Guaglione: Lessons from "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis I spoke with Mike Guaglione, who taught an amazing series on the book "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis, about morality, philosophy, Christian apologetics, materialism, the literal vs. metaphorical interpretation of the Bible, social constructionism, and more. (Recorded 2/26/21) 

]]> I spoke with Mike Guaglione, who taught an amazing series on the book "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis, about morality, philosophy, Christian apologetics, materialism, the literal vs. metaphorical interpretation of the Bible, social constructionism, and more. (Recorded 2/26/21) 

]]> Dylan Delaney 6adfb628-8cee-4aaa-b13d-81c07f7b29b8 Fri, 26 Feb 2021 16:00:00 -0500 2352 1 2 full false Dr. Kareem Johnson: The Psychology of Polarization Dr. Kareem Johnson: The Psychology of Polarization Dr. Johnson is a professor of psychology at Temple University. In our conversation, we talked about social psychology, polarization, stereotypes, extremism, censorship, ideological possession, and more. (Recorded 2/13/21)

]]> Dr. Johnson is a professor of psychology at Temple University. In our conversation, we talked about social psychology, polarization, stereotypes, extremism, censorship, ideological possession, and more. (Recorded 2/13/21)

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