DB 414: Chris Colfer, Golden Globe Winning Actor & Author of Land Of Stories On Creativity & Courage
Release Date: 07/01/2024
DB 433: 10,000 Hours to Greatness: Lessons from Cirque du Soleil
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đď¸ Is talent enough to achieve greatness? Or is there a secret formula for turning dreams into reality? đ¤ In Episode 433 of the Dream Big Podcast, Sophia Karpman dives into what she learned from watching Cirque du Soleilâs Kooza in Los Angeles. From tightrope walkers to contortionists, the breathtaking performances inspired a question: Is it all just talent, or does success take something more? ⨠What youâll learn in this episode: The truth behind the 10,000-Hour Rule and how it helps anyone master a skill. Why consistency and hard work are more powerful than talent alone. ...
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DB 432: Shining Through: Finding Strength in Every Journey
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đď¸ Have you ever felt like you donât quite fit in, or faced a challenge that seemed too big to handle? In this inspiring episode of the Dream Big Podcast, Sophia dives into a story that celebrates resilience, courage, and the power of staying true to yourselfâeven when life gets tough. After watching Kimberly Akimbo, a heartfelt Broadway musical, Sophia was inspired to explore how each of us has an inner strength waiting to shine, no matter our struggles. Through Kimberlyâs journey, Sophia shares beautiful insights about finding joy in the small moments, building meaningful...
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DB 431: Messi Magic: The Journey of a Soccer Legend
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đ Ever wondered what it would be like to be the greatest soccer player in the world, overcoming obstacles to reach the top? đ What if we told you that one of the most legendary athletes on Earth was once a young boy with a big dream and faced serious challenges to achieve it? In Episode 431 of the Dream Big Podcast, host Sophia Karpman brings you the inspiring true story of Lionel Messiâa soccer icon whose passion, dedication, and perseverance made him a global superstar. In this episode, weâll explore Messiâs journey from his early years in Argentina, where he was a small yet...
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DB 430: Astronomy's First Lady: Maria Mitchell and Her Cosmic Quest
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đ Ever wondered what it would be like to discover a new star, or to gaze up at the night sky and uncover the secrets of the universe? đ What if we told you that one of the first great astronomers was a woman who broke all the rules and followed her passion for the stars? In Episode 430 of the Dream Big Podcast, host Sophia Karpman takes you on a cosmic journey into the true story of Maria Mitchell, the first American woman to become a professional astronomer. Mariaâs passion for the stars, her groundbreaking discoveries, and her dedication to education and equality inspired this...
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DB 429: Jacquotte Delahaye: From Dreams to Pirate Legends
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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sail the high seas as a fearless pirate, standing up for whatâs right and creating your own path to freedom? What if we told you that one of the most legendary pirates in history was a woman who defied all odds? In Episode 429 of the Dream Big Podcast, host Sophia Karpman takes you on an epic adventure as we dive into the true story of Jacquotte Delahaye, one of the first and most famous female pirates. Jacquotteâs incredible courage, leadership, and determination to live freely inspired this episode, blending real history with a touch of...
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DB 428: Bethany Hamilton, Legendary Surfer, On How To Be Unstoppable.
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Evaâs #1 mission for the Dream Big Podcast is to inspire her listeners to believe in their potential to achieve their biggest dreams in life, even when life is fraught with obstacles and challenges. In this regard, we can think of no better guest to inspire the young Big Dreamers than Bethany Hamilton. At the age of 13 as a rising surf star, Bethany lost her left arm to a 14-foot tiger shark, which seemed to end her dream career. However, one month after the attack, Bethany returned to surfing and within two years had won her first national surfing title. At 17 years old,...
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DB 427: The Meaning Of UNCONDITIONAL Love
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In this episode, Eva dives into one of the most powerful and complex emotions we all experience: love. But not just any loveâunconditional love, the kind that asks nothing in return and perseveres even when things get tough. Itâs easy to feel love when things are going well, but how do you explain loving someone when they misbehave or treat you unfairly? Eva shares a personal story that perfectly captures this idea. When she encountered an example of unconditional love in her own life, she knew it was the perfect way to show what this type of love really looks like in action. Through her...
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DB 426: Rebecca Zamolo, Youtuber Extraordinaire, On Why Awkward Moments Make Her Happy!
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What does it take to turn passion into a career with millions of fans worldwide? đ What if you could combine the discipline of a competitive gymnast with the creativity of a YouTube star? đĽ In this exciting rebroadcast of one of our most fun and inspiring interviews, we welcome the amazing Rebecca Zamolo to the Dream Big Podcast, hosted by Eva Karpman. Rebeccaâs journey is a blend of hard work, creativity, and fearlessness: from her early days as a gymnast to becoming an improv-trained comedian and building a YouTube empire with over 30 million subscribers! đĽâ¨ In this episode,...
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DB 425: Kyle Maynard On The âNo Excusesâ Mentality & Living Without Limits
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What would you do if you lost 35 times in a row? Would you give up, or keep going? đ§ How about if you were born without full arms and legsâcould you still believe in your ability to achieve greatness? đĽ In this powerful rebroadcast of one of our most inspiring interviews, we welcome Kyle Maynard to the Dream Big Podcast, hosted by Eva Karpman. Kyleâs story is nothing short of amazing: despite being born with a rare condition that left him without arms and legs, he became a champion wrestler, best-selling author, motivational speaker, and the first quadruple amputee to climb Mount...
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DB 424: Simone Biles: The Superhero đŚ¸ââď¸ and G.O.A.T đ of Gymnastics
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to overcome the biggest challenges and still come out on top? đ In this special episode, we dive into the extraordinary story of Simone Bilesâarguably the greatest gymnast of all time. đ¤¸ââď¸đ Get ready to be inspired in this latest episode of the Dream Big Podcast, hosted by Sopha Karpman! đď¸â¨ Simoneâs journey isnât just about flips, medals, and world records. đ Itâs about resilience, mental strength, and the courage to put health and well-being above everything else. đŞđ§ From her early days overcoming adversity to...
info_outlineEver wondered what it takes to bring a magical world from your imagination to the pages of a beloved book series? đ⨠Imagine creating a universe that captivates readers of all ages and inspires countless dreams. https://dreambigpodcast.com/414
Eva loves reading, and believes that reading is essential for kids as it opens up a world of imagination and learning. Eva's curiosity leads her to chat with various guests, but occasionally, she gets the ultimate treat of interviewing someone she already admires. This is certainly the case with Chris Colfer.
Chris rose to fame as a Golden Globe-winning actor, best known for his role as "Kurt Hummel" on Glee. However, to Eva, Chris is the beloved author of "The Land of Stories" series, one of her favorites. Eva has devoured all the books in the series and was beyond thrilled when Chris agreed to join the podcast. As youâll hear, Chris was super nice, gracious with his time, and shared tons of amazing advice for you Big Dreamers!
Later that same evening, Chris appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Starting his morning talking to Eva and ending with Jimmy made for an epic day of interviews. Enjoy the episode!
WHAT YOUâLL LEARN
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Where Chris grew up, and at what age he started writing his book, The Land of Stories.
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Chrisâ advice to all Big Dreamers who are dreaming of being an author one day.
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Insights into Chris's writing process and where he finds inspiration.
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Details about his new book, The Land Of Stories-- The Ultimate Book Huggerâs Guide.
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News about The Land Of Stories: The Wishing Spell being made into a movie.
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Chrisâs advice to Big Dreamers dealing with bullying.
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The importance of courage, compassion, and logic.
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Chrisâs favorite animal and leisure activities.
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How Chris overcomes writer's block.
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Chrisâs advice to his 10-year-old self.
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How Chris overcomes fears and doubts to continue pursuing his dreams.
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And so much more!
RESOURCES
Tune in for an inspiring and insightful conversation of Eva Karpman and Chris Colfer!
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