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Dylan Delaney

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Thursday · 54 min
Johnny Orr: Music, Faith & The Power of Surrender
In Episode 41 of Dialogue with Dylan, Dylan Delaney sits down with Johnny Orr to explore his nearly two-decade career as a full-time musician, the realities of the Nashville music industry, and the spiritual transformation that changed his perspective on life. Johnny shares stories of opening for Kenny Chesney in front of 20,000 people, navigating record deals and industry expectations, and writing meaningful songs that challenge the conventions of country music. He also opens up about his lifelong battle with depression, the impact of rejection and career setbacks, and how rediscovering his Christian faith led to what he describes as a profound personal healing. Chapters: 00:00 – Intro 01:30 – Growing up with music and pursuing a dream 04:30 – Early bands, radio success, and record label interest 07:21 – Losing his job and becoming a full-time musician 08:33 – Opening for Kenny Chesney, Zac Brown, and more 10:57 – COVID, career setbacks, and the realities of making a living in music 13:37 – Johnny's battle with depression and rejection 15:30 – The Easter Sunday that transformed his faith 18:53 – Finding purpose and trusting the journey 22:49 – Rediscovering God beyond organized religion 28:53 – The music industry vs. authentic songwriting 30:36 – Writing an autism awareness song and working in Nashville 40:05 – His Mercy: Johnny's upcoming book about depression and faith 43:14 – Vulnerability, mental health, and finding meaning in hardship 48:42 – What's next for Johnny? Follow Johnny: https://www.instagram.com/johnnyorrmusic/ https://johnnyorr.com/ Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com Recorded on 9/18/26 in Fort Myers, FL
October 3 · 49 min
Jillian Gorman: Stand-Up Comedy in LA
Recording live from sunny Long Beach, California, I spoke with my friend Jillian about her career in Los Angeles. Jillian and I went to the same high school in Pennsylvania and she acted in one of my early short films. We talk about her initial move to LA, taking a gap year to work on film sets, breaking into the stand-up and improv scene, and taking risks to pursue what you're passionate about. 0:00 - Introduction: Taking the First Move 0:36 - Reconnecting in Long Beach & High School Filmmaking 1:41 - High School Theater, Improv, and Musicals 5:14 - Memories of "Screening" & Directing Impressions 8:11 - The Bold Move: Deferring College & Moving to LA 9:14 - Breaking into Production: From Background to PA Work 11:37 - COVID, Community College & Becoming a Teacher 13:03 - Standup Comedy: Getting Thrown into Open Mic 16:32 - The Art of Standup: Nerves, Material & Delivery 29:12 - Advice on Risk-Taking & Finding Your Path Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com Recorded on 8/30/26 in Long Beach, CA
September 21 · 1 hr 26 min
Jason Langheine: The Future of Photography
I sat down with commercial product photographer, Jason Langheine, to talk about the journey from high school darkrooms to freelance studio work, the state of creative industries in an age of algorithms and AI, and why the best photograph of Miles Davis is not of his face. Jason runs two separate photography brands: jasonlangheine.com for portrait and branding work, and Semaphore Labs for commercial product photography. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 1:04 - Learning from Mistakes 6:20 - Jason's Origin Story 13:25 - Why Teams Always Beat a Single Photographer 20:28 - UGC, Influencers, and the Coming Backlash 25:02 - Algorithms, Clickbait, and the Death of Creative Form 34:45 - Generative AI and What It Says About Your Brand 41:44 - Building a Freelance Photography Business 1:08:25 - Irving Penn, Miles Davis, and the Photo AI Could Never Create 1:17:37 - Is AI Actually Intelligent? Follow Jason: https://www.instagram.com/jasonlangheine/ jasonlangheine.com Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com Recorded on 8/22/26 in Lancaster, PA
August 29 · 1 hr 32 min
Todd Hess: Meaning, Recovery, Entrepreneurship & Parenting
Todd Hess is the owner of Toss Hess Painting based out of York, PA. We talk about his journey overcoming drug addiction, his search for meaning during adolescence, navigating a difficult divorce, turning a layoff into founding his own painting company, community, friendships, and parenting. Todd's Business: https://www.toddahesspaintingco.com/ https://www.instagram.com/toddahesspaintingco/ Todd and Alex's Podcast, "The Other Owner": https://open.spotify.com/show/033GlWj880cGGevJXnFrmi?si=9cde39fb5d874c02 Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com 00:00 - Intro 02:04 - Finding meaning 03:30 - A small-town isolated childhood 06:00 - Drugs, popularity, and escape 07:30 - The moment that changed everything 08:00 - Trading addiction for success 16:08 - Why good parents are not to blame 28:32 - The road to getting sober 40:23 - Recovery journey 42:37 - Sobriety and fresh start 51:18 - Building a painting career after recovery 55:00 - Fired and starting Todd Hess Painting 01:05:51 - Intentional friendships fuel business authenticity 01:11:03 - Social media shouldn't define young people's worth 01:30:51 - The Other Owner podcast Recorded on 7/18/26 in Lancaster, PA
August 27 · 1 hr 14 min
Caleb Olson: Building a Live Event Production Company
Caleb Olson is the founder of Montclair Breakfast, a creative event production company based in Lancaster, PA. Caleb shares his journey from growing up coast to coast, building a music and live events career from the ground up, working the World Cup Final, and what it means to show up for the thing you love, even when no one is paying you. Follow Caleb: https://www.instagram.com/calebolson21/ Montclair Breakfast: https://www.instagram.com/montclairbreakfast/ www.montclairbreakfast.com Citadels Sanctum Music Festival August 29th: https://events.humanitix.com/montclair-breakfast-presents-citadels-sanctum-music-festival-ii?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAcGRvZgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAae1Iju169y6JhsHpEBkX3HSCJLJnu6ITgZiqdfFIA-CByuzNW1HZ9WimNJRWA_aem_HOFnqIs05RgC9lmrQ5X5pw&utm_id=97760_v0_s00_e0_tv3 00:00:00 - Intro: Finding Work You Would Do for Free 00:01:02 - Growing Up Coast to Coast Without a Hometown 00:04:40 - Homeschooled, Self-Taught Music Producer 00:08:03 - Why No Social Media Was a Creative Gift 00:11:59 - Building Montclair Breakfast as a Creative Collective 00:15:28 - Lancaster PA: A Rising Scene and Mini Brooklyn 00:19:18 - Lessons from Running Live Events and Staying Ambitious 00:26:16 - College vs. Experience: Why Relationships Beat Lectures 00:39:47 - Consistency, Manifestation, and the Lottery Ticket Mindset 00:43:09 - Sharing Goals Too Early Kills Your Follow-Through 00:51:44 - Working the World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium 00:54:49 - On the Pitch with Messi: Trophy Ceremony Chaos 00:55:41 - How Caleb Walked Away with Messi's Game-Worn Socks 01:02:47 - Say Yes More: You Are Only as Old as Your Experiences 01:06:23 - Fish Tank Short Film and the Origin of Montclair Breakfast Recorded on 8/11/26 in Lancaster, PA
July 24 · 28 min
Jalen Glasgow: How a Basketball Injury Sparked a Creative Career
Jalen Glasgow is a photographer and videographer based in Lancaster, PA. Known as "capturedbyja.lens" on Instagram, he shares his story about how a basketball injury lead him discover his passion for storytelling. We cover what has brought him success in his business, marketing strategies, freelancing tips, faith, and more. Follow Jalen: https://www.instagram.com/capturedbyja.lens/ https://www.instagram.com/jj.glas/ https://www.capturedbyjalens.com/?utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnUQfgRMXUXBAc59vEGJjr9RLAwgij5eJWNSP3zZL9kBxJw0ZvHH0O4XV-D0k_aem_AQ7opFglRNC_OqWRiUceFg 00:00 – Basketball Injury That Sparked a Creative Career 01:41 – From Architecture Dreams to Photography 06:23 – Expanding Beyond Sports: Portraits, Weddings, Products & Corporate Video 09:27 – Personal Brand, Word of Mouth & The Power of Treating People Well 11:45 – Learning to Charge What You’re Worth: Pricing, Weddings & Raising Rates 14:26 – Standing Firm on Your Rates: From $20 Highlights to $200–$400 Videos 16:10 – Website vs. Instagram: Using Square & Strategic Portfolio Layout 18:51 – Faith, Prayer & Turning Down a Job in Mississippi to Stay in Lancaster 21:48 – Advice for Aspiring Freelancers: Make the Jump, But Have a Plan B 24:38 – Impactful LBC Content, Student Reactions & The Joy of Meeting New People
July 20 · 1 hr 8 min
Poojan Shah: Personal Training Done Right
Today I'm speaking with Poojan Shah, a personal trainer and founder of Shah Athletics. I've been training with Poojan for the past month and it's been very transformative! We talk about how he started his personal training business, finding a niche, marketing, building trust, getting over limiting identities with fitness, accountability, nutrition, time management, and more. Follow Poojan: https://www.instagram.com/shahathletics/ Shah Athletics: https://shahathletics.com/ Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: Pain-focused training and philosophy on mistakes 01:17 – Poojan’s origin story: immigration, early lifting, and starting Shah Athletics 04:38 – Finding his niche: from skinny-guy training to pain management and seminars 08:01 – Client acquisition and marketing: Foundry leads, Google reviews, and Instagram struggles 11:42 – Building the consultation: mentorship, assessments, grip strength, and customization 15:38 – Trust and credibility: reviews, rapport, and educating clients during sessions 19:49 – Identity, limiting beliefs, and reframing mistakes as feedback 28:05 – The power of accountability and why even coaches need coaches 34:10 – Online coaching stigma, bad programs, and what makes his training stand out 42:24 – Nutrition, macros, meal prep, and avoiding perfectionism in diet 51:27 – Time management, “eat the frog,” and business as a reflection of personal life 55:10 – Travel, maintaining momentum, home gyms vs. gym environment, and closing remarks
June 28 · 1 hr 53 min
Curran Blevins RESPONDS to the Run Club Haters
Curran Blevins is the founder of Common Running, a run club and hydration brand based out of Lancaster, PA. He also founded his own creative agency, Greyscale, and several independent races. Curran talks about how he has turned his own self-hate into a people-first community that has grown into a city-wide movement. He talks about navigating the ups and downs, handling critics, creating a brand that people want to be apart of, and how he balances all of this with his personal life. Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:35 Trying the new Common hydration drink 00:04:41 Lessons from losing 85 pounds 00:07:06 “Man of action” philosophy 00:23:42 Ownership mentality 00:31:58 Building something people want to be apart of 00:38:31 Inclusion at Common 00:51:06 Handling the haters 00:55:07 Assault incident response 01:05:19 Community impact 01:18:40 Monetizing without losing mission 01:26:16 Struggle balancing family, work 01:50:39 One second of courage can change your life 01:51:20 Be unapologetically yourself 01:52:36 Follow Curran online Follow Curran: https://www.instagram.com/curranblevins/ Follow Common: https://www.instagram.com/common.ltd/ Greyscale: https://www.instagram.com/bygreyscale/ https://www.bygreyscale.com Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com Recorded on 6/11/26 in Lancaster, PA.
May 16 · 53 min
Alexandria Allen: Transforming a Life-Changing Injury Into a God-Given Purpose
Alexandria Allen is a model and content creator. Injured in a drunk driving accident at 17 years old, she now inspires people to think big and get over limiting beliefs despite being paralyzed. In our conversation, we talk about mindset, gratitude, purpose, faith, self awareness, and accessibility. Follow Alexandria: https://www.instagram.com/alexallenm/ Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com Chapters: 00:00 – Intro 01:31 – Context 02:51 – Pre‑Accident Modeling Dreams and Becoming an Adaptive Model 04:18 – Training, Modeling Camp, and Signing with Agencies as a Professional Model 05:19 – Overcoming Limiting Beliefs About Age & Timing 06:40 – Growth Mindset vs Talent: Hard Work Behind Modeling and Success 08:09 – Inspiring Others Online and Using Adversity as an Advantage 09:00 – Discipline Over Motivation, Faith, and Building “Kingdom Wealth” to Give 10:52 – Able‑Bodied Excuses, & the Power of Mindset Over Disability 13:19 – Gratitude, Renewing the Mind, and Rewiring Negative Thought Patterns 15:18 – Energy, Vibration, and Daily Gratitude Practices That Shift Your Brain 16:55 – Years of Practice: From Expecting the Worst to Choosing Hope 18:49 – Trauma, the Brain, and Choosing to Move Forward After Being Stuck 20:25 – Self‑Awareness, Negative Thoughts, and Questioning What Keeps People Stuck 20:46 – Manifestation, Reaping What You Sow, & Biblical View of “Above Average” Living 22:46 – How Hardship Tests Faith and Leads Back to God in Different Seasons of Life 26:45 – Daily Conversation with God, Prophetic Counsel, and Surrender in Busy Seasons 28:24 – Not Wanting to Live, Family Disability Role Models, and the Importance of Community 31:09 – Advocating for Accessibility Recorded on 4/1/26 in Lancaster, PA
May 7 · 1 hr
Cory Hunter: Choose Hard Things Even When You Don't Have To
Cory Hunter is a freelance brand designer based in Lancaster, PA. He shares how growing up as a missionary kid in Slovakia, pivoting from engineering to graphic design, and eventually leaping into freelance branding work have shaped his approach to creativity, family, and resilience. From church creative teams to Nashville music projects and community run clubs, Cory unpacks why relationships, curiosity, and choosing hard things matter more than chasing prestige. Hunter Creative Co: www.huntercreative.co Follow Cory: https://www.instagram.com/huntercreative.co/ Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com 00:00:00 – Childhood as a missionary in Slovakia 00:03:00 – From engineering drawings to design 00:04:40 – Liberty graphic design, early jobs 00:06:00 – Growing up overseas, school shift 00:07:40 – Language, bilingual Slovak-English life 00:11:50 – Liberty experience, making school count 00:16:50 – Choosing college for character growth 00:18:25 – Church creative career and freelancing leap 00:22:55 – Relationships, faith, and taking the risk 00:28:00 – Finding a niche: branding, apparel, church 00:31:30 – Standing out through relationships, not skill 00:34:25 – Music work, Nashville agency, lyric video 00:36:20 – Dream clients two connections away 00:37:05 – Common Run Club, community connections 00:38:10 – Starting running, asthma, first marathon
April 7 · 1 hr 7 min
Tim Medina: Have Steadfastness in Every Aspect of Your Life
Tim Medina is the founder of Stump & Root Co., a marketing agency that serves local businesses in Lancaster, PA. In this episode, we talk about his background, his journey from corporate to founding his company, the 3 pillars of his work (branding, video, and photo), content systems, niches, marketing yourself as a creative, his role as a husband and father, and faith. Follow Tim: https://www.instagram.com/thecreativetim/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbmedina/ Stump & Root: https://www.stumpandroot.co/ https://www.instagram.com/stumpandroot.co/ Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com 0:00 - Introduction 2:08 - Early creative background and family artistic influence 3:38 - Movie "Signs" inspiration and career awakening 4:35 - Discovering graphic design 6:52 - Corporate roles vs. founding Stump & Root Co. 7:53 - Importance of marketing education for creatives 22:52 - Working outside your niche and flexibility 24:49 - Pivoting niches and spec ad strategy 27:36 - Three pillars: video, photo, branding foundation 28:41 - Story/brand framework and holistic approach 38:25 - Personal branding and authenticity in work 40:33 - Family motivation and life priorities 46:44 - Collaborative mindset vs competition 47:14 - Abundance of local business opportunities 50:47 - Faith journey and background 52:00 - Trials, testing, and God's consistency 57:20 - Faith through difficult seasons and divine timing 1:01:31 - God's steadfast love and pursuit 1:06:19 - Website and LinkedIn for connecting Recorded on February 17th, 2026 in Lancaster, PA.
April 3 · 57 min
Joshua West: Documentary Films for Brands with Real Human Stakes
Joshua West is a documentary filmmaker based in Lancaster, PA. In our conversation, we talk about what storytelling actually means, his production process, niches, competition, marketing, AI, and how he runs his business along with his wife. Follow Josh: https://www.instagram.com/jbawproductions/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-west-0803a0181/ JBAW Productions: www.jbawproductions.com Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com 0:00 Introduction & Background 1:36 Growing Up in Texas & Moving to Pennsylvania 2:07 Meeting His Wife Through Music & COVID 5:50 Getting Started in Photography & Concert Work 6:32 Transition from Photography to Video Production 7:04 The Importance of Storytelling in Film 8:07 Defining Real Storytelling vs Marketing Buzzwords 9:25 Finding Conflict & Contrast in Corporate Films 12:03 Making Films That Create Emotional Impact 12:54 Pre-Production Process & Client Consultation 14:28 Being a Strategic Partner vs Button Presser 17:08 Maintaining Creative Control with Clients 19:44 Working with Legacy Brands & Real Human Stakes 21:09 Balancing Artistry with Business Needs 23:23 Self-Education & Learning Technical Skills 24:06 Trial and Error Approach to Skill Development 29:33 Marketing Strategies for Video Professionals 32:08 The Challenge of Marketing Yourself as a Video Creator 34:18 Generalist vs Specialist Debate 35:23 Niching Down to Documentary Approach 38:05 Opportunities in Smaller Markets 40:42 Benefits of Central PA Market 42:41 Adapting to AI & Industry Changes 45:14 Community Over Competition Mindset 47:22 Different Restaurants Analogy 48:43 Knowing When to Say No to Projects 50:55 Running a Business with His Wife 55:54 Where to Find & Hire Josh Recorded on February 10, 2026 in Lancaster, PA.
March 4 · 44 min
Tim Lebo: Get Comfortable Riding the Wave of Life
Tim Lebo is a creator at heart - a videographer, musician, songwriter, podcaster, and author. Follow Tim: https://www.instagram.com/timothylebofilms/ Tim's website: https://timothylebofilms.com/ Tim's book, Earth to Abram: https://www.amazon.com/Earth-Abram-Timothy-Lebo-ebook/dp/B00XT6KQJW/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3H5GSHZ6MZEO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.M1CVo8aRaAW3idClhCCJp3osEo25UPStnP6M_vFcES0D5SddX94Wiph8D06R2QyFetzwmYMIguQNAuDv13TBxqF6VdYU24fBvF6Id2vsisSUmmwYxZKd27zmLSWXP6hbAWISp0o09BEEqGShpIGDFw.9uhO54EEENGRaVUxAEzkWSSPEadsMvI66J-CPx2r5wY&dib_tag=se&keywords=earth+to+abrams+book&qid=1772601250&sprefix=earth+to+abram+book%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-2 Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com 0:00 - Introduction & Creative Philosophy 0:17 - Tim's Multifaceted Creative Background 2:35 - Childhood Inspirations & Rejecting Traditional Education 7:38 - Overcoming Fear of Rejection & Taking Risks 9:23 - Preparation Meets Opportunity & Creative Standards 17:42 - Building Community Through Direct Outreach 18:37 - Helping Other Creatives & Sharing the Blueprint 20:27 - Writing Sci-Fi Novels & Finishing What You Start 25:40 - Freelance Career Sustainability & Real Estate Diversification 40:16 - Gratitude & Perspective in Creative Work 41:20 - Riding the Wave of Uncertainty 43:17 - Where to Find Tim's Work
February 23 · 1 hr 13 min
Dan Scott Forreal: Manifestation Over Corporate Success
Dan Scott Forreal is a music producer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, sound designer, painter/muralist, tattooer, and graphic artist. In our conversation, we talk about his time living in Los Angeles and Colorado, manifestation, collaboration with band members, crafting an album, painting a mural, getting through difficult times, success, and more. Find Dan's work here: https://danscottforreal.com/ Kewl Haze: https://kewlhaze.com/ Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com 0:00 - Introduction & Family Connections 2:43 - Early School Memories & Critical Thinking 5:07 - Finding Identity Through Skateboarding & Music 6:20 - Art Development & Family Influence 31:01 - Learning Music Production Rules 32:34 - Collaboration vs. Solo Control 34:15 - Multi-Instrument Skills & Band Dynamics 36:08 - Musical Influences & Breaking Rules 39:17 - Developing Kewl Haze's Sound 41:16 - Managing Ego in Creative Partnerships 43:02 - Natural vs. Intentional Sound Development 45:25 - Dealing with Unused Creative Work 50:07 - Connecting Different Art Mediums 53:43 - Layered Art & Thought-Provoking Content 55:24 - Finding Hope in Difficult Times 61:03 - Meaningful Tattoo Story 62:25 - Defining Success & Happiness 67:33 - Life Perspective & Learning from Hardship 69:44 - Art as Universal Connection 71:00 - Music as Shared Experience 71:48 - Where to Find Dan Scott & Kewl Haze
February 8 · 2 hr 38 min
Drew B Darby: How Running Lead to Endurance Sports Documentaries
Drew B Darby is a documentary filmmaker specializing in endurance sports, traveling all around the world to capture the most impressive race performances. Drew is one of my oldest film industry colleagues and friends. In this conversation, we take a trip down memory lane to the early film projects that got us started, ways to break into the film industry in today's day and age, how running changed his life, his process for crafting a film from start to finish, marketing yourself as a creative business owner, freelancing lessons learned, and more. Follow Drew: https://www.instagram.com/drewbdarby/ https://www.drewbdarby.com/ Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com 00:00 - Introduction & Background 02:34 - How Drew & Dylan Connected Through Film 06:26 - First Collaboration: "Angels Among Us" Short Film 08:56 - "Delivery" One-Shot Film Project 13:23 - Technical Challenges & Equipment Reviews 18:14 - Overcoming Imperfection in Early Work 22:21 - College Education vs. Self-Learning Debate 25:41 - Building Skills Through Experience 31:24 - College Experience at William & Mary 46:32 - Discovery of Running During Pandemic 53:31 - Career Pivot: Moving to Austin & BPN 55:32 - Reinventing Portfolio for Endurance Sports 01:00:00 - Going Freelance: The Two-Film Decision 01:05:09 - Why Athletes Need Documentary Films 01:17:07 - Art & Tactics: Balancing Creativity with Strategy 01:20:53 - Production Process: Pre-Production to Post 01:34:49 - Unpredictability of Race Day Filming 01:44:47 - Breaking the Mold in Ultra Running Content 01:47:57 - Lead Generation & Social Media Strategy 01:54:28 - Building Recognition in the Industry 02:02:18 - Sustainable Freelancing Without Ads 02:09:17 - Referring Work & Building Networks 02:17:10 - Contractor Relations & Fair Payment 02:26:54 - Defining Success in Freelance Career 02:35:48 - Reflections on Creative Partnership 02:37:25 - Where to Find Drew's Work
January 17 · 39 min
Victoria Pappas: If You Want to Go Far, Go Together
Why is it important to share your journey? Because others are watching… even if it’s one person. Your voice can be that one instance of inspiration that someone needs to make positive change in their life/career. Victoria Pappas shares what the keys to success have been almost one year into full time freelancing. She also talks about the role of setting an example for others who are looking to pursue their dream of chasing their creative passions professionally. Follow Victoria: https://www.instagram.com/creatively.vp/ Recorded at Leaf and Loft Studio: https://www.instagram.com/leafandloftstudio/ Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com
January 12 · 50 min
Mark Yang: Running Ads Without Strategy? You're Wasting Money
Mark Yang is a cinematographer and video marketer based in Lancaster, PA. In our discussion, we talk about what it takes to be a full time freelancer, video marketing, his experience running Instagram ads for local businesses, and personal branding. Follow Mark: https://www.instagram.com/bambooshootsmedia/ Recorded at Leaf and Loft Studio: https://www.instagram.com/leafandloftstudio/ Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com
Dec 30, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min
Austin Gingerich: Helping Creatives Find Their Purpose
Austin Gingerich is a brand strategist who co-founded the creative community Silo, which is based out of York and Lancaster, PA. His mission is to help creatives find their purpose. In this episode, we dive into the importance of being a part of a community for both your personal and professional life, the story of how Silo was co-founded, tactical tips for improving your personal brand, and more. Follow Austin: https://www.instagram.com/austingingerich/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/austingingerich/ https://www.austingingerich.com/home/ Silo: https://www.instagram.com/silo.us/ youtube.com/@silocreative Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com
Nov 30, 2025 · 41 min
Amanda Collins: The First Steps to a Career as a Freelance Brand Designer
In this episode, I speak with Amanda Collins about her journey as a freelance brand designer. Amanda and I met at a networking event a few years ago and I hired her to design a PDF for me last year. We cover topics like networking, education, having organization and processes in your business, the important of branding, and more. Amanda's Website: www.acollins.design Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acollins.design/ Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com
Nov 22, 2025 · 38 min
Sam Interrante: The Keys to a Sustainable and Fulfilling Photography Career
In this episode, I speak with Sam Interrante. Sam is a talented photographer who has a lot of great insights to share about pursuing photography as a full time career. Sam's Website: https://www.saminterrante.com/ Sam's Mentorship Program, The Portrait Lab: https://www.skool.com/the-portrait-lab/about Sam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sam_interrante/ Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/dylangdelaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-delaney-9b8889a5/ My Website: delaneyvideo.com

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