The M.A.D.M.A.P. Podcast

In this episode, we will get to know more about Marc, our co-host. He gets interviewed by Denzell and his long-time friend Raphael. They will discuss the importance of curiosity, some life-changing decisions and Marc’s biggest pet peeve. Raph and Marc will even share a special moment in French!

Artist and Japanese translation consultant Ajani Oloye joins the podcast to discuss his journey from self-translating One Piece manga to navigating the publishing industry and coming to balance with his passions, physical needs and mental health. Find Ajani at https://www.ajanioloye.com/

In this episode, Marc and Denzell invite Saroya Tinker, pro female hockey player, to discuss the joy of mentorship, the challenge of finding balance and the importance of having a community. We also explore Saroya’s artsy side. Tune in! Find Saroya on Instagram @saroyatinker71 and her mentorship initiatives at Saroya Strong at https://www.saroyastrong.com/

Marc and Denzell invite Pierre Huguet, founder and CEO of H&C Education. In this episode, we question the idea of "being ordinary", discuss the importance of childhood in our current decisions and we learn the reason why Denzell decided to apply to Yale. Connect with Pierre at https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierre-huguet-a796b4108/ and learn more about H&C Education at https://www.hceducationconsulting.com/

Marc and Denzell meet the artist, musician and creator Cindy Niu who shares her creative process and approach to managing her creative spirit while balancing the realities and responsibilities of adulting. Life is long if you let it be and we can achieve our desires if only we give ourselves the time, intention and space. Find Cindy's artwork on Instagram @cindydrawsthings

Marc and Denzell catch up with their college friend Myles Gaines III who pivoted from a corporate career in technology to sustainable agriculture and food equity. These days, Myles works the land farming and cultivating crops with the hopes of addressing racial disparities in the agricultural economy. Tune in to hear about Myles' journey and the future of humanity - food!

Sailor Victoria joins the podcast bringing all the magical girl energy and everything she’s working on these days. Arguably known as the biggest Sailor Moon stan, there’s more to Victoria Johnson than just the iconic franchise! Find Victoria on Twitter and Instagram @missoldskool and listen to the Sailor Moon Podcast today at https://www.sailormoonfanclub.com/

In this episode, Marc and Denzell welcome a college friend and fellow student-athlete Lydia Keating. We talk about making tough decisions, stand up comedy, not letting others dissuade you and much more. Follow Lydia at lydialoo12 on Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok and read her writing at https://www.lydiakeating.com/

Rentable co-founder and CEO, Conor Brennan joins us to discuss the hidden opportunities of the pandemic, the joy of entrepreneurship and the importance of knowing your limits. Connect with Conor at https://www.linkedin.com/in/conor-brennan-02457597/ and learn more about Rentable at https://www.rentable.com/

Who were you before the world told you who to be? In this episode, we chat with Bruna Nessif who helps people return to the self and live their most full lives, navigating the pressures and expectations that are often put upon us. Bruna walks us through what it takes to liberate the self and live unapologetically and without limits. Find Bruna on Instagram and Twitter at @brunanessif and learn more about her work and writing at https://www.brunanessif.com/

Marc and Denzell return for Season 2 of the M.A.D.M.A.P. podcast - a simple acronym for Marc and Denzell Make A Podcast! M.A.D.M.A.P. is centered on the concept of “returning to self”. You - or the self - is never lost. It's always there within so instead of trying to “find yourself”, simply return to the person you've always been before the world told you who to be. Season 1 focused on key elements of living authentically such as being compassionate, accountable and self-aware. It takes courage to be yourself in a world that breeds conformity. Of course, this process of returning to the self is a marathon, not a sprint and it is our life's unending work. In season 2, we interview guests from different walks of life to discover their personal journeys toward a meaningful life. Join us as we gain amazing insight from individuals who’ve made some big life changes including starting a farm, pursuing professional sports, manga editing, stand-up comedy, and much more! Episodes drop weekly on Wednesdays, beginning this Wednesday June 22nd!  Find us on Instagram at @madmap.podcast and check out our website madmappodcast.com for all content.

There are systems all around us - whether we like it or not - that tell us to conform to a certain way of living. But the fundamental question is one of choice. Wrapping up MADMAP season 1, Marc and Denzell encourage you to ponder what is your life worth living? To answer this question, you must first lift the veil the World has shroud over your eyes and find your truth.

In this hyper competitive world full of criticisms and judgments, the path to happiness can feel ever elusive. While it is easier to focus on our differences, humans are still far more similar to each other than not. Each one of us will experience stress, doubt, and insecurity that may make us feel estranged from the world. While it may seem counterintuitive, often we must decenter the self and recognize the humanity within and among us to find true joy and meaning.

What does it actually take to be your best self? In a world filled with dishonesty, misinformation, and false narratives, we are often tempted by instant gratification. This can make it increasingly difficult to achieve fulfillment. Marc and Denzell suggest returning to your core values as a roadmap to realize your fullest self. But that’s only step one - you also have to continually live into these values.

Marc and Denzell continue to discuss the lies that people may tell themselves - this time focused on love and relationships. We’re all way too familiar with the cliches about true love and the pressure to find “the one”. But the chances that you're probably going to hit a few speed bumps on the road to everlasting matrimony are high. Fortunately, there's no time like the present!

Do you feel successful? Marc and Denzell discuss success and the forms it tends to take in society, especially jobs and finances! But what is success anyway? Many of us may not be the most honest with ourselves about our own definitions of success. Some of us might even be chasing false ideals of success. Fortunately, the keys to a life of success are always within reach.

In this episode, we’re talking about lies and self-deception. It turns out lies begin as early as age 3 and some lies actually boost confidence. Humans tend to lie on average twice per day and are lied to between 10 and 200 times per day. Wild! Marc and Denzell talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of self-deception and what it can do in our lives.

From our Can Men and Women Be Friends? episode, we wanted to bring a woman's perspective. In this bonus episode, we do a Q&A with Marc’s good friend Ophélie to hear her views on this topic.

Steve Harvey only has ONE female friend : his wife. Like him, many people believe men and women simply cannot have platonic relationships. In this episode, Marc and Denzell answer the question.

Why is it so hard to get a grip on our desires, especially the sexual ones? Through the lens of the “NoFap” movement, Marc and Denzell discuss the topic of sexual temptation, the common pitfalls to lust, and its implications on our lives.