B-Boy to Business Man: Crazy Legs of The Rocksteady Crew's Story
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 68 In this episode, legendary B-Boy Pioneer Crazy Legs talks about his life from being a part of the start of hip-hop to becoming a successful businessman over the course of 4 decades.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
The Affect of Hurricane Maria on Puerto Rico & Chef Manolo Lopez
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 67 In this episode, Chef Manolo Lopez discusses how Hurricane Maria forever changed his life and Puerto Rico. He is responsible for traveling the world and sharing Puerto Rico's rich culture through talks and the culinary arts.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
Dance Provided Confidence to be a Fashion & Real Estate Entrepreneur
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 66 In this episode, we discuss how dance gave Karissa Martin the confidence to pursue her dreams of becoming both a fashion and luxury real estate entrepreneur.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
Saving Tehran's Bazaar and Witnessing the Iranian Revolution
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 65 (Mother's Day Edition) In this episode, we interview Jeremy Asgari's mother, Jackie Bruce, and learn about how her influence saved Tehran's Bazaar and her account of the Iranian Revolution.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
Former Pro Basketball Player & Nightlife Doorman Now Marketing Strategist
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 64 In this episode, Sjoerd (Shu) Dejong shares his journey from immigrating from Holland to the US, becoming a pro basketball player, nightlife doorman now marketing strategist.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
The Importance of Representation: Creating a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Department
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 63 In this episode, Cathy Del Monte a multi-cultural marketing manager at New Belgium Brewery discusses how she created her own DEI role and the importance of DEI departments especially in the craft beer industry.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
Wanting a Career in Sports & How it Came to Fruition
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 62 In this episode, Sarah Piacentini tells us about her journey from a college athlete to a career in sports and wellness.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
Building a Global Community Through Running
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 61 In this episode, Cedric Hernandez shares his journey from his early years in the dangerous Lower East Side of Manhattan in the 80's and 90's, to his global recognition as founder of the Bridge The Gap running movement. Bridge the Gap connects people globally through a network of run clubs.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
Nightlife Inspiring a Corporate Marketing Career
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 60 In this episode, Tyler Johnson explains how being a nightlife DJ provided the much-needed insight into community and culture which has given him the tools to thrive in his corporate marketing position at JD Sports.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
The Pioneer of The Modern Run Club - Bridge Runners
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 59 In this episode, we discuss how Mike Saes, founder of the Bridge Runners (the first run club to start the movement), started his movement by running away from cops/beef as a graffiti writer.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
How Young Fatherhood Enhanced a life in the Performing Arts
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 58 This episode features Jean Charles an actor, photographer (our photographer for OUTSIDERS Los Angeles), videographer, and poet, whose experience of having his son when he was only 19 years old enhanced his drive to master his artistic crafts.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
Jerome Lamaar Manifesting Life Visions & Universe Downloads
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 57 Our latest episode, and the first episode of our 3rd season. This season is in partnership with The North Face. Never stop exploring! This episode features Jerome Lamaar sharing his story of how he had a vision his future when he was 15 years old. He worked tirelessly to make this vision a reality and he's not playing games.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
Movement, Mushrooms & the Outdoors with KR JONES
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 56 Features KR Jones a movement artist who explains the importance of changing the black perspective on nature and the outdoors.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramo
A Bi-Racial Cuban American's Perspective on Life & Race
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 55 Features Mercedes Alvarez, a bi-racial Cuban American, and her perspective on the various cultural differences she experienced while visiting Cuba.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
Being Mixed-Race in Geographically Segregated Chicago
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 54 Features basketball trainer Mark Waite, a mixed-race Chicago native discussing his journey to becoming a fitness entrepreneur.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
Leaving Venezuela on Political Asylum & Moving to NYC
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 53 Features Isabel Guerrero recounting her experience in Venezuela and her journey to the United States through political asylum. She has a refreshing appreciation for things most of us take for granted.
Hosted by Jeremy Asgari
Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
Family First: A Lebanese Immigrant & Real Estate Entrepreneur Finding Balance
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 52 Features Mohammad Hadla a real estate entrepreneur and how his Lebanese values guide his career moves to ensure his family and friends all succeed. Hosted by Jeremy Asgari Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
Knowing Your Life's Purpose: Tanya Ortega How Her Fashion Dreams Became Reality
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 51 Features Tanya Ortega discussing her journey knowing she was meant to work in fashion, and figuring out how to achieve her dreams as a "Texican". Hosted by Jeremy Asgari Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
A Wild Intro to The Outdoors: The Reality of Wilderness Therapy
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 50 Features Sophia Helmkamp's unique introduction to the outdoors and her crazy experience working in the Wilderness Therapy industry. Hosted by Jeremy Asgari Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos
Betting On Yourself: Leaving Agency Life
INSIDE WITH OUTSIDERS - EPISODE 49 Features Mario Cuadros, discussing the intimidating step of leaving his agency job to become a creative entrepreneur. Hosted by Jeremy Asgari Directed and shot by Chris T. Ramos