Rock Bottom
Rock Bottom
Podcast Description
We listen to podcasts of successful people and leave feeling worse about ourselves.Rock Bottom flips that script. We revisit the hole before the breakthrough. We get comfortable. We reflect. And reframe what it means to be at rock bottom. Because the reality is, there’s a bunch of rock bottoms. Just like the Earth’s terrain. Highs and lows. Mountains and valleys. Eagles and those scary-ass looking deep sea creatures.
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The podcast explores themes of personal transformation, community building, and mental health. Episodes cover topics such as the journey of creating supportive networks, like Priya Rose's growth of the Fractal tech community, and the importance of addressing mental health, illustrated by Therapy Gecko's candid discussions about his past struggles. Specific focus areas include redefining success, finding fulfillment, and navigating the ups and downs of life.
We listen to podcasts of successful people and leave feeling worse about ourselves.
Rock Bottom flips that script. We revisit the hole before the breakthrough. We get comfortable. We reflect. And reframe what it means to be at rock bottom. Because the reality is, there’s a bunch of rock bottoms. Just like the Earth’s terrain. Highs and lows. Mountains and valleys. Eagles and those scary-ass looking deep sea creatures.
Vincent Coconato (aka. Coco) shares his compelling and transformative journey from losing his job to founding Bob's Dance Shop, highlighting the importance of getting out of one's comfort zone and trusting in the universe. The episode features Coco's unique experience hitchhiking with a Polaroid camera to pitch an idea and accidentally meeting the former CEO of Polaroid, which affirmed his belief in destiny. As he navigates various 'rock bottoms,' Coco explains how he built a community, started a viral dance movement, and ultimately found success by following his passion and instincts. He emphasizes the value of intuition, community support, and practical advice for those feeling unfulfilled in their careers.
00:00 The Decision to Hitchhike
00:57 Introducing Vincent Coco Nato
04:16 The Birth of Bob's Dance Shop
04:51 Rock Bottom and the Rise of Polaroid Pete
07:35 The Hitchhiking Journey Begins
15:42 Lessons from the Road
22:02 Building Bob's Dance Shop
23:54 Reflecting on Faith and Synchronicity
25:11 Growing Up in the Bible Belt
25:24 Striving for Validation and Worthiness
25:57 College and Fraternity Life
26:20 Advice for College Students
26:57 The Importance of Travel and New Experiences
29:56 Losing a Job as an Opportunity
30:47 Finding Purpose in Your Career
32:59 The Manufactured World vs. Nature
36:11 The Birth of Bob's Dance Shop
40:57 The Viral Flash Mob
43:48 Building a Sustainable Ecosystem
50:11 Supporting New Artists and Friends
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