Creativity, community, & pursuing a career in arts. Through conversations, audio essays, & wild digressions, host Derek Berry explores what it means to develop artistic habits, succeed in creative business, & live a creative life.
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Welcome to the Defeating Can't Podcast, ignited by the roots of a remarkable journey that began in 2017. What began as a strategy for professional and personal achievement evolved into a local apparel brand across Hawai'i, resonating nationally and internationally. Beyond clothing, my journey delved into psychology, a passion for mental health, suicide prevention, and the science behind optimizing human performance—the "Science of CAN." This podcast features interviews with friends, family, ...
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A Film Fanatic talking about films! New or Old, Subtitled or not I'm keen to delve into all sorts and try not to give to many spoilers. This is a passion project of mine and would love you to listen along and contribute your ideas
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CAN. THRIVE Series – Ep. 5 | Just Start: The Power of First Steps and Forward Momentum
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Send us a text In this energizing episode of the CAN. THRIVE Series, hosts Andy Bestwick and Coach Jason Carnagie dig into one of the most universal challenges we all face: starting. Whether it’s fear of failure, overwhelm, perfectionism, or even fear of success—sometimes the hardest part is just taking that first step. With warmth and real talk, A…
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CAN. THRIVE Series – Ep. 4 | Creating a Vision: Anchoring Your Life with Purpose
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Send us a text In this powerful episode of the CAN. THRIVE Series, hosts Andy Bestwick and Coach Jason Carnagie dive into the transformative practice of creating a personal vision. What does it really mean to define what you want from life—and how do you stay true to that vision when the world constantly tries to hijack it? Jason, a high-performanc…
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CAN. THRIVE Series – Ep. 2 | Fixed vs. Growth Mindset: How to Catch Yourself in the Act
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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of the CAN. THRIVE Series, hosts Andy Bestwick and Coach Jason Carnagie unpack one of the most powerful concepts in personal development: the mindset we bring to challenges, growth, and change. Together, they explore the difference between a fixed mindset—where we believe our abilities are set—and a …
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CAN. THRIVE Series – Ep.3 | Resistance, Avoidance & Procrastination: Why We All Do It (and How to Push Through)
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Send us a text In this episode of the CAN. THRIVE Series, hosts Jason Carnagie and Andy Bestwick dive into the all-too-familiar struggles of resistance, avoidance, and procrastination—and why they show up even when we know what we want. Drawing from their personal journeys, Jason (a fitness specialist and coach) and Andy (an entrepreneur rooted in …
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CAN. THRIVE Series – Ep. 1 | What Does Well-being Really Mean?
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Send us a text In this premiere episode of the CAN. THRIVE Series, hosts Jason Carnagie and Andy Bestwick set the tone for what’s to come—real conversations about thriving, grounded in science, experience, and heart. Jason, a fitness specialist and high-performance coach with a scientific background, joins Andy, founder of the CAN. brand and endura…
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Send us a text Join us as we dive into an inspiring tale of courage, passion, and relentless determination in this episode of the "Defeating Can't" podcast hosted by Andy Bestwick. We explore the captivating journey of Kaya Waldman, a passionate surfer whose dreams are as boundless as the ocean itself. From her beginnings riding Hawaii’s powerful s…
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Stefan Gaar: A Journey to Cycle Across Seven Continents
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Send us a text In this episode of Defeating Can't, I sit down with Stefan—better known as Freak of Nature on Instagram—who is embarking on an extraordinary mission: cycling across all seven continents. At just 26 years old, this Austrian adventurer set out in early October, traveling fully self-supported with his camping gear, determined to experie…
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Coach Jason Carnegie: My Performance Coach
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Send us a text This podcast explores the world of wellness coaching through my experience with Kauai’s own Dr. Jason Carnegie—a renowned fitness coach dedicated to improving lives through positive psychology. As a former skeptic of the industry, I wasn’t sure how it connected to mental health clinicians or its overall impact. In this episode, I div…
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Send us a text An interview with Ms. Katlin, a 7th-grade math teacher from Wahiawa Middle School on Oahu, who shares her strategies for overcoming challenges in the classroom. @da_hawyn Braddah Keali’i visited Oahu to inspire her 120 students with lanyards, stickers, and goal cards. Keali’i and Jenna highlight the significance of teaching children …
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Send us a text This podcast holds a special place in my heart. Kevin is fighting the same Parkinson's disease that my father battled before passing away recently. It's been tough processing it all over the past few months and diving back into podcasts. Kevin's story is as powerful as any 'Spirit of CAN.' tale out there. We both hope it offers you s…
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Denise MacDonald: A champion chasing down criminals and change
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Send us a text In this episode, join us as we sit down with a longtime friend, former college teammate, and national champion, who shares insights into her career with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Delve into the challenges and responsibilities she faces in her role as a use of deadly force investigator. Gain a deeper understanding …
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Chris Simpson: His template to transcend addiction
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Send us a text Through the expressive medium of modern-day poetry, a profound love for the ocean, and unwavering dreams that propel his life forward, Chris shares his inspiring story of overcoming addiction every single day. Tune in to discover the resilience, creativity, and determination that make defeating 'can't' not just a challenge, but a pow…
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Send us a text This episode holds a special place in my heart as I dedicate it to my father, a cherished mentor and influencer in my life. On what would have been his birthday, I reflect on his remarkable journey battling Parkinson's disease, his unwavering kindness, and the profound impact he had on shaping the CAN. brand. In this tribute, I invit…
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Franci: The fight of her life for mental healthcare
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Send us a text It'll likely take a licensed therapist, a non-profit founder, and Hawaii State Boxing champion to move the needle. Learn more: Kauai Mental Health Advocates Instagram: FranciFrank Visit our store: Spirit of CAN. Social media: Instagram Remember, the discussions and concepts discussed in this podcast are for informational purposes onl…
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Makani Taniguchi: How we help kids on Kauai
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Send us a text Through Big Brothers Big Sisters, Kapaa Middle School, and other programs, we teach kids positive concepts. Additionally, Uncle Makani shares wisdom for listeners on how to fly more shakas and less birds. Learn more: Big Brothers Big Sisters partnership Learn more: Kupaa Middle School partnership Learn more: Leadership Kauai Visit ou…
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Pohaku & Olivia: Leave your comfort zone NOW
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Send us a text Becoming a professional athlete and competing in Mary Monarch teaches resilience and the art of dreaming bigger. Instagram: hatu.po Instagram: Oliviagegen Learn more: Pohaku hosting at Kauai High School Visit our store: Spirit of CAN. Social media: Instagram Remember, the discussions and concepts discussed in this podcast are for inf…
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Kealii AKA Hawaiian: Shares his dreams and music
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Send us a text Kealii shares his dreams of owning his own construction business, teaching kids how to become equipment operators, and plays music for us. Kealii Instagram: da_hawyn Kupaa Construction: Kupaaconstruction Visit our store: Spirit of CAN. Social media: Instagram Remember, the discussions and concepts discussed in this podcast are for in…
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Send us a text In a world where 'can't' often dominates the spotlight in our minds, we must uncover the stories and principles of positive psychology to overcome. Remember, the discussions and concepts discussed in this podcast are for informational purposes only. If the 'can't" in your mind ever becomes too much, we encourage you to consult with a…
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Check out this Barbenheimer special where i will be giving you my in-depth look at both films. !Spoilers! will be in this special so make sure you have seen both! Don't forget to share and tag your film fanatic friends to get a shout out on the podcast.By Ashley Race
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Ep 5 - They Cloned Tyrone, God is a Bullet and more!
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Check out episode 5, this episode I will be reviewing: The Flood They Cloned Tyrone The Deepest Breath Ruby Gillman: Teenage Kraken Black Friday God is a Bullet Don't forget to share and tag your film fanatic friends to get a shout out on the podcast.By Ashley Race
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Ep 4 - Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, Insidious 5 and Many More
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On this episode: - Transformers: Rise of the beasts - Asteroid City - Baskin - Insidious 5 - Lake Mungo - Nimona Don't forget to share this to a friend and tag them in the comments for a shout out next episode.By Ashley Race
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Ep 3 - The Flash, Mary and Max and more!!
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My watch this time includes: Extraction 2 Mary and Max Wrath of Becky Sanctuary The Machine The Flash Plus upcoming Film News.By Ashley Race
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Ep 2 - Across the spider-verse, Reality and more!
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This week I have reviewed: Spiderman - Across the Spiderverse Reality The Covenant Allelujah Black Demon Fast X Remember to Tweet me @raceysreviews or check out my site for more in-depth looks. Ep 3 we will talk about The Flash, Transformers Beasts and many more!By Ashley Race
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Ep 1 - Bone Tomahawk and The Death of Dick Long
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Welcome everyone for the first of many to come. This episode includes a short introduction about myself and 2 spoiler free reviews; 'Bone Tomahawk' & 'The Death of Dick Long'By Ashley Race
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The Poetry Society of South Carolina w/ Jim Lundy
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In this episode, Evelyn chats with the current President of the Poetry Society of South Carolina about his new book "The History of the Poetry Society of South Carolina: 1920-2021."Find the book here: https://www.amazon.com/History-Poetry-Society-South-Carolina/dp/B09C389Q7YLearn more about The Poetry Society of South Carolina here: https://www.poe…
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