Amanda Deming is the Owner of Inside Out Mobile Spa in Los Angeles, California. She is Celebrity Massage Therapist, Reiki Master, Certified Sound Healer, Breathwork Coach, Doula, Kundalini Yoga Teacher and Raw Food Chef. For over 17 yrs, Amanda has been a passionate holistic healer dedicated to promoting well-being, providing a healing experience a…

Zee Machine is an LA-based pop/rock/electronic singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Their infectious hooks, soaring vocals, cutting lyrics and empowering live sets are a celebration of all things queer. With influences ranging from Prince and Jeff Buckley to The 1975 and MUNA, they have brought a brand of arena-ready pop bombast to iconic v…

Austin Seltzer is an LA-based Mixing and Mastering Engineer and host of Grounds for Success, a guest-centric podcast where he has intimate, caffeinated conversations on succeeding in the music industry. A strength that Austin brings to the table as a mixing engineer is his years of experience as a producer and as a cinematic mixing and mastering en…

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Initially known for her role on Showtime’s ‘The Real L Word’, Whitney carried on in establishing herself over the years as a face in entertainment and within the LGBTQ+ community. Now as an event producer, motivational speaker and fertility advocate, she continues to dedicate her life to creating safe and communicative spaces for all people and com…

27 year old Greg! swears he has lived more lifetimes than people twice his age. From being taken at birth and put up for adoption to being black in an all white family to having an abusive father to being severely bullied in his small-town conservative texas school, Greg! refuses to be called a victim. After graduating high school, Greg! moved to N…

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On this episode of Grounds For Success, which also happens to be our last episode for season 1, we have the artist Layto! From almost becoming an English major with dreams of law school to successfully strumming his way into the music industry—this episode is packed with a real-world story of how surrounding yourself with the right team can change …

This week on Grounds For Success we have Jack Griffo, best known for his role as Max Thunderman in the hit TV show, The Thundermans, but is also the front man of his band, Kid Baron. In this episode, we explore his career trajectory, from his early acting days in Orlando to a recent movie shoot in the midst of the pandemic, and filming the new The …

After successfully operating two stores in Downtown Los Angeles, it was time to take another risk. In the summer of 2021, Jeremy Trayvon owner of Eighty Five Eighty Six relocated his two stores into a much larger space at the Beverly Center Mall. The only caveat? We were in the middle of a worldwide pandemic. Many of his peers and family questioned…

This week on Grounds For Success we a deep dive into the world of a music industry prodigy's life, Hunter Hayes, a chart-topping multi-platinum singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. This episode will take you on a roller-coaster ride of pure wisdom through Hunter’s journey, revealing his struggles, breakthroughs, and beautiful re…

On this week's episode, I have my great buddy, Aukoustics, AKA, Secs On The Beach. This podcast covers how a ten-year-old self-taught pianist from Worcester, Massachusetts has become a multi-instrumentalist producer and songwriter working with artists like Galantis, Dolly Parton, Cheat Codes, JVKE, and so many more. Join us as we talk about his inc…

Get ready for a killer episode with my good friend, Devin Oliver, frontman of the band I See Stars and the man behind his solo project, shYbeast. With the charisma of a born performer and the wisdom of a seasoned artist, he delves into his life story, tracing his path from an early age with a difficult parent dynamic, to his long and rewarding care…

On this Grounds For Success Podcast, Niki DeMar, a veteran content creator on YouTube and music artist, and I talk about ruining our lives, as well as so many other great topics. Join us, as we travel through her personal journey, shedding light on how the evolution of her priorities shaped her career trajectories. I discover how Niki’s childhood, …

This week on Grounds For Success I have the most vulnerable and open talk I've had on this podcast with my guest, Siiickbrain. From a conservative upbringing to battling agoraphobia and an eating disorder to going on tour with Bring Me The Horizon, she has overcome difficult obstacles in a spectacular fashion which became the rocket fuel for her ar…

I've been looking forward to releasing this episode for a while now! One of my good buddies and closest collaborators, Bardo, from the band Beauty School Dropout is on this week. We journey through Bardo's ascent from a music-crazed youth in San Luis Obispo to his present day self touring with Blink 182 and getting ready to drop their monster singl…

Have you ever wondered about the journey behind a hit song? This week I talked with Royal & the Serpent. We had an intimate look into her life, her mind set on her art, and so much more. We did a deep dive into how her hit song "Overwhelmed," came to be and all of the work that went into making it a success. Royal doesn't just reveal the raw emotio…

This week's podcast is a gold rush of wisdom and inspiration as we hear from the incomparable, Midi Jones, an incredible music producer who got his production chops from the EDM world. Believe me, when I say, you won't want to miss this one; the incredibly successful producer shares his remarkable journey from rags to riches - a testament to his re…

Join my electrifying conversation with Yasmine Yousaf from one of the most influential electronic groups, Krewella. Be prepared to dive into the gripping world of music, success, and personal growth as we chart the course of Krewella's start, and evolution, from their beginnings to their meteoric rise in the EDM world. We will talk about their earl…

What happens when you cross paths with an old friend and a storyteller, Sy Huq, for a unique Q&A? Well, you get an episode packed with stories of our shared history, laughter, and some wild insights into the world of music, success, and technology. Strap yourselves in as we journey back to the inception of our friendship, which started eight years …

Your Muther has made waves across LA’s DTLA & East side queer events. Co-founder (Homoccult, Lez Croix, 42Q) and known for multiple appearances within SF and LA Prides. Her diverse, gritty and all the way loud music style spans across multiple genres and moods. With a heavy presence in the rave scene of Southern California, Your Muther is that girl…

Hey Coffee Drinkers! Ever wondered how some iconic artists maintain their longevity in the music industry? Grab a cup of coffee and join me as I chat with Scott of the legendary The Crystal Method. We dive into the creative process behind their distinctive sound, exploring the influence of Scott's upbringing, the music of his childhood, rave cultur…

Natalie always wanted to be an entrepreneur. As a little girl playing with her grandmother, she would pretend to run a bank and library at the same time. Flash forward to 2019, after 8 years in the Industry as an Agency Director for one of the top modeling agencies in Beverly Hills, Natalie started The Driven Agency. True to her family roots and a …

Hey Coffee Drinkers, Welcome to the first episode of Grounds For Success! Get ready to be inspired by the incredible Kira Kosarin, a talented actor and artist/singer-songwriter who has achieved amazing success in her career, but is a wealth of knowledge in so many aspects of the entertainment industry. In this episode, we chat about her unique back…

American Teeth is the sonic alter ego of Elisha Noll, collaborative partner alongside producer Colin Brittain. Hailing from Portland, Maine and currently based in Los Angeles, Eli initially released a handful of singles across DSPs which quickly tallied over 2 million streams - an impressive feat for such a nascent artist. Before releasing his debu…

Philippines born model, dancer, and singer @kyla_fajardo has been training in all styles of art since the age of 12. At the age of 19, Kyla’s first professional job was with Lil Baby as his lead choreographer and dancer. Kyla has worked with artists such as J-Lo, Anitta, and Tank and has taught all over the world as well as LA at Millennium Dance C…

HOLYWATR is a genre-blending rock artist, producer, and songwriter from Los Angeles, California. His music has been described as a tasteful fusion of rock, metal, and electronic sounds, with a signature presence that is both passionate and soulful. He has opened for major acts like Steve Aoki, performing for sold-out crowds and receiving a warm rec…

Introducing our first guest Dave Yaden, a Grammy nominated songwriter, recording artist and viral internet sensation. He has written, recorded and performed with countless international acts including Macy Gray, John Mayer, Lady Antebellum, Willie Nelson, One Republic and post hardcore legends Pierce the Veil. His latest self-titled project is a fr…