Inventor and host of the podcast Everything Why, Mike Martin, sits down with Freddy Cruz, a writer and radio host turned media company owner.

Freddy delves into the challenges of articulating thoughts in an entertaining and concise manner, emphasizing his pursuit of brevity, humor, and historical context in his work. He shares his journey from terrestrial radio to founding Speke Podcasting, spurred by the realization of his transferable skills during a job hunt.

Mike and Freddy talk about the impact of AI in business, and the unpredictable nature of life.

Join them as they reflect on their shared experiences, the joys of creative pursuits, and the potential of podcasts to drive change and provide valuable insights. 

Key Takeaways

1.) Freddy emphasizes the difficulty of expressing thoughts engagingly and coherently.

2.) AI can be used meaningfully in personal development, as illustrated by Freddy’s use of perplexity AI to analyze dreams.

3.) Commitment to one's passions, despite challenges, is crucial for making a meaningful impact. 

4.) The statistics of podcast longevity highlight the importance of perseverance in achieving success. 

Chapters

00:00 Gratitude for podcast partnership, personal and professional changes.
04:07 Job search led to podcast production interest.
08:33 Efficient writing, entertaining, informative, and challenging mastery.
10:51 Learning from each other, sharing personal stories.
14:38 Enjoyed attending events, met people through invitations.
16:34 Navigating freelance business with tough challenges and adjustment.
22:37 Talking to a tool - just you.
26:16 Dreams reflect concern, seek approval from authority.
30:02 Dorothy's love is pretty cool, speaks podcasting.
32:35 Understanding motivations for abusive behavior to prevent it.
34:12 Grateful for support and encouragement in podcasting.

Inventor and host of the podcast Everything Why, Mike Martin, sits down with Freddy Cruz, a writer and radio host turned media company owner.
Freddy delves into the challenges of articulating thoughts in an entertaining and concise manner, emphasizing his pursuit of brevity, humor, and historical context in his work. He shares his journey from terrestrial radio to founding <a href="https://www.spekepodcasting.com">Speke Podcasting</a>, spurred by the realization of his transferable skills during a job hunt.
Mike and Freddy talk about the impact of AI in business, and the unpredictable nature of life.
Join them as they reflect on their shared experiences, the joys of creative pursuits, and the potential of podcasts to drive change and provide valuable insights. 
Key Takeaways
1.) Freddy emphasizes the difficulty of expressing thoughts engagingly and coherently.
2.) AI can be used meaningfully in personal development, as illustrated by Freddy’s use of perplexity AI to analyze dreams.
3.) Commitment to one's passions, despite challenges, is crucial for making a meaningful impact. 
4.) The statistics of podcast longevity highlight the importance of perseverance in achieving success. 
Chapters
00:00 Gratitude for podcast partnership, personal and professional changes. 04:07 Job search led to podcast production interest. 08:33 Efficient writing, entertaining, informative, and challenging mastery. 10:51 Learning from each other, sharing personal stories. 14:38 Enjoyed attending events, met people through invitations. 16:34 Navigating freelance business with tough challenges and adjustment. 22:37 Talking to a tool - just you. 26:16 Dreams reflect concern, seek approval from authority. 30:02 Dorothy's love is pretty cool, speaks podcasting. 32:35 Understanding motivations for abusive behavior to prevent it. 34:12 Grateful for support and encouragement in podcasting.

A podcast for Houstonians who want to engage more with their hometown and learn more about the people driving its growth.

Cruz through HTX spotlights the stories, individuals, businesses, and organizations that make the Houston area GREAT.

A podcast for Houstonians who want to engage more with their hometown and learn more about the people driving its growth.
Cruz through HTX spotlights the stories, individuals, businesses, and organizations that make the Houston area GREAT.

A podcast for Houstonians who want to engage more with their hometown and learn more about the people driving its growth.

Cruz through HTX

Twenty-six year radio veteran Freddy Cruz has gone indie.


From former special forces operators and CEOs to authors and journalists, join
Freddy as he seeks to learn from some of the highest achieving individuals in the
world. These are stories of grit and blasting through the crucible of life. Stories of
standing up to powerful corporations and defying the odds. Not all of his guests
are authors, but they all have epic stories to share.

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