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Mark Longenecker - Tattoos, Paintbrushes and Turntables

The Shifting Perceptions Podcast by Jay Alders - Inspiration For Creative Lifestyles

Release Date: 10/06/2023

You’re Not Competing With AI—We're Merging With It - With AI Educator Matt Konwiser show art You’re Not Competing With AI—We're Merging With It - With AI Educator Matt Konwiser

The Shifting Perceptions Podcast by Jay Alders - Inspiration For Creative Lifestyles

In this conversation AI Designer, Educator, Futurist and Educator Matt Konwiser discusses the complexities and implications of Artificial Intelligence, particularly generative AI, with a focus on its impact on creativity, technology, and society.    Konwiser emphasizes the importance of understanding the potential risks and benefits of AI integration into daily life, and the philosophical questions surrounding AI's evolution and its relationship with humanity.   In this conversation, host Jay Alders & Konwiser explore the evolving subjective nature of art, the...

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"They Told Us To Trust The Science’—But Whose Science?" - Dr. Michael J. Schwartz

The Shifting Perceptions Podcast by Jay Alders - Inspiration For Creative Lifestyles

COVID changed everything—our freedoms, our beliefs, and even how we think about science itself. But in the aftermath of lockdowns, mandates, and mass fear, one question remains: Did we actually follow science, or just a carefully crafted narrative? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michael J. Schwartz, a medical expert specializing in genetics, respiratory pathogens, and immunology, who has analyzed over 19,000 patients and 44,000 test results throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. As a clinic owner, laboratory director, and author of and “,” Dr. Schwartz has firsthand knowledge of how...

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Click Here or Stay Broke: Steal Whitney Bonds’ Affiliate Marketing and Passive Income Secrets to Ditch the 9-5 Forever show art Click Here or Stay Broke: Steal Whitney Bonds’ Affiliate Marketing and Passive Income Secrets to Ditch the 9-5 Forever

The Shifting Perceptions Podcast by Jay Alders - Inspiration For Creative Lifestyles

In this episode, we sit down with entrepreneur and YouTuber Whitney Bonds, who transformed her career from a virtual assistant gig into a thriving online business.   Whitney opens up about her path to passive income through YouTube and affiliate marketing, revealing how she built a flexible lifestyle that lets her work from home while raising a family.   Perfect for entrepreneurs, career-switchers, and anyone feeling trapped in a traditional job, this conversation dives into the realities—good and bad—of designing a life with financial freedom.   Whitney shares practical...

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The Shifting Perceptions Podcast by Jay Alders - Inspiration For Creative Lifestyles

Ever feel stuck in life, knowing you’re capable of more but unsure how to break through? In this episode, I sit down with Aaron Harper, CEO of Rolling Suds, who took an unexpected leap from corporate America into building a thriving national power washing empire. Aaron doesn’t hold back—he shares the raw, unfiltered truth about risk, reinvention, and the mindset shifts that separate successful entrepreneurs from the ones who stay stuck. We talk about why most people never start, how to push past fear, and the unexpected lessons he’s learned along the way. If you’re itching to take...

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The Shifting Perceptions Podcast by Jay Alders - Inspiration For Creative Lifestyles

What happens when you leave the corporate grind to conquer the world’s tallest peaks and row across oceans? In this episode, Jay Alders dives into the incredible journey of Matt Dawson, a former investment banker turned world record adventurer. Discover how loss, pain, and stepping outside of his comfort zone transformed Matt’s life—and how it can transform yours. Whether you’re stuck in a rut, craving adventure, or looking for the spark to change your path, this conversation will inspire you to risk it all and find your true purpose. ---- Support our sponsors: The DNA Company: DNA...

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In this episode, Jay Alders chats with Nick Thayer, President of The Tactical Games, about his journey from U.S. Coast Guard veteran to leader of one of the most intense fitness and shooting competitions in the world. Nick shares how The Tactical Games combines athleticism, marksmanship, and mental toughness, creating a unique challenge for competitors of all backgrounds. Discover how Nick’s unconventional path and entrepreneurial mindset have helped shape the sport, its growing community, and its impact on participants worldwide. Whether you’re into fitness, firearms, or simply love...

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The Shifting Perceptions Podcast by Jay Alders - Inspiration For Creative Lifestyles

In this heartfelt episode of the Shifting Perceptions Podcast, artist Bo Bramwell joins Jay Alders for a deep dive into the vulnerable side of being a creative. Known for his intricate, surreal pen-and-ink and digital art, Bo has collaborated with music legends like , , and and exhibited alongside the visionary artist .   But beyond his success, Bo shares the inner struggles that resonate with so many artists: dealing with creative blocks, facing identity crises, and managing the weight of public expectations. He and Jay open up about the intense emotional journey that comes with making...

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The Shifting Perceptions Podcast by Jay Alders - Inspiration For Creative Lifestyles

Welcome to the Shifting Perceptions Podcast, hosted by Jay Alders with special guest Traver Boehm, founder of the Man Uncivilized Movement and author of and In this episode, we dive deep into the silent struggles that many men face, especially those in their 30s to 50s, who often carry the weight of the world on their shoulders while keeping their pain hidden. Are you feeling the pressure to be the provider, the strong one, the man who has it all together? Do you sometimes feel like you’re drowning in expectations—both self-imposed and from society—without a safe space to express your...

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Ever wondered how a simple idea can revolutionize an industry? Meet Hunter Joslin, the surfing Entrepreneur and Founder of a game-changer in fitness and sports. My chats with Hunter, a long-time friend, are always fun and insightful. I'm glad I finally got Hunter on the podcast to talk about his incredible journey. Hunter’s Early Days: Discover how a young Hunter Joslin, balancing on homemade boards in the 60s, laid the foundation for Indo Board. Growing up during the surfing boom, Hunter’s passion for balance and innovation began with makeshift balance boards and evolved into a...

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Kurt Pellegrino’s Unstoppable Journey To The UFC and Beyond: Dyslexia, Bullies & Fatherhood show art Kurt Pellegrino’s Unstoppable Journey To The UFC and Beyond: Dyslexia, Bullies & Fatherhood

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Former UFC Fighter, instructor, entrepreneur, and world-renowned Brazilian Jiu Jitsu martial artist . In this interview Kurt opens up about his battles with dyslexia and bullying, and how his mindset has helped him on and off the mats. Early Life and Dyslexia Kurt faced significant challenges from a young age. Born with severe dyslexia, he struggled in school and became the target of bullying. "I've been broken since I can remember," he shared, highlighting his lifelong battle with a learning disability. Despite these obstacles, Kurt's resilience and determination were unwavering. ...

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In this episode I spoke to my long-time friend, globally acclaimed tattoo artist, and painter Mark Longenecker. Mark is a fellow native of New Jersey and like me spent much of his younger years surfing at the beaches of the Jersey Shore and skateboarding in the streets and on backyard ramps in the burbs.  
 
Mark studied Graphic Design at the Savannah College of Art and Design and is perhaps best known as a competitor in the national television show Ink Master. Longenecker made it to the Top four out of 18 artists and was recognized for his will to fight and never give up.
 
Mark made his way to the warm waves and free spirit of Key West, Florida where he honed his artistic skills and worked as a graphic designer, designing logos and other artwork for the local businesses, as well as Jimmy Buffett’s recording studio. His style took on a tropical island vibe that he now calls "tropistyle." 
 
Mark began adorning himself with tattoos and designing them for friends, eventually leading him to Goldie's Tattoo, where he embarked on an apprenticeship that would change his life. Mark's dedication and talent took him on a journey across the vibrant Florida art scene, from Miami to Ft. Lauderdale.
 
Settling in Cocoa Beach in 2004, he fulfilled his dream of opening Endless Summer Tattoo, a beachfront studio that feels like a fusion of a Tiki Bar, Surf Shop, and Skateboarding Museum. Beyond his art, Mark is a community icon and renaissance man. He generously gives his time and creativity to local charity events and fundraisers and also is recognized for spinning music as a DJ and teaching Yoga to Cocoa Beach locals.
 
In our candid conversation, Mark talks about his relentless work ethic that artists need to thrive, the eventual impact of AI on creative professions, and the incredible journey that has defined his path as an artist. Jay Alders and Mark also talked about some “pinch me moments” and what it’s like to “make it” as an artist.
 
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