We're diving into a (long) conversation I had (don't worry, timestamps below) many moons ago with videographer, fine artist, and YouTuber, Sam Lewis (better known on the internet as ⁠SLEW⁠) in his Brooklyn studio.

Among many reasons, I was curious to talk to Sam because his flourishing on his own, self-made path is not the norm from where we’re from. We both attended the same school in Connecticut and, (as you can imagine) I resonate with and am fascinated by those that take (and make) their own way despite their environment's messaging.

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Thus I HAD to hear and share his journey to inspire folks to see through his mirror - anything is possible and we are rewarded for authentically contributing to the world our unique gifts and interests. 

Sam and I philosophize about art, social media, film, living authentically and so much more, so grab a cup of tea or a Yerba Mate and come with us on this conversational journey.

Connect with SLEW on Instagram and YouTube; check out his work! 

As It Goes Clips

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Timestamps:

(04:14 ) “The Pure Years:” Sam’s story from graffiti to fine artist by following his interests and the role of the internet in his journey

(13:56 ) The Beauty of the Internet: Community, openness, and discovering the world by yourself, for yourself

(25:06 ) Sam answers the question "What is Art” by sharing his process

(34:08 ) We digress into the art of fashion and the importance of context with art before discussing Tolstoy’s answer to “what is art”

(45:00 ) Harry Potter tangent and storytelling as a guide and map to life takes us to the influence of fantasy and mythology on Sam’s work

(54:05 ) How we both went from hating to loving reading; elaborating on following interests to live a full life without regrets

(01:13:03 ) Philosophy’s true application in our lives; RE SELF to apply wisdom as a daily, approachable practice so we live well

(01:25:28 ) Returning to "presence" to reflect and the role of our body, senses, and nervous system

(01:34:38 ) Is Mars next? Sam wants to go. "The fabric of stardust is in you" and the spiritual experience of being human and looking through the scientific lens

(01:44:14 ) We dive deep into Sam's passion for videography, film, and directing

(02:00:23 ) The power of storytelling, music, and art to touch us

(02:09:13 ) Today’s philosophers are writers, podcasters, filmmakers, comedians

(02:16:04 ) Philosophy could use an expansion and podcast recommendations 

As Mentioned:

SLEW on YouTube

What is Art by Leo Tolstoy

Harry Potter analyzed by Jordan Peterson

RE SELF Presence Guide

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