Episodios

  • Ep. 128: Sean Douglas on Category Design & Building a Speaking Career From Air Force to Keynote Stages
    Sep 16 2025

    In this episode of the Purpose Chasers Podcast, Mark Crandall reconnects with Sean Douglas — U.S. Air Force veteran turned powerhouse speaker and founder of The Success Corps. Sean shares how he walked away from military security to dominate the speaking world, using category design, tactical positioning, and relationship-driven strategies.


    You’ll hear:

    • The turning point that took Sean from Air Force leader to full-time entrepreneur
    • Why building relationships outperforms chasing money every time
    • The psychological system Sean uses to open and close loops in his talks
    • Tactical strategies for artists, producers, and entrepreneurs to break into speaking
    • How to reframe setbacks, embrace discomfort, and use failure as a stepping stone


    Don’t just listen — engage! Follow the show on Spotify, drop a review, and join the movement.

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    36 m
  • Ep. 127: Out of the Fire the Story of Coming Back to the Purpose Chasers
    Sep 16 2025

    After walking away from a $5.1M construction sale, enduring betrayal, financial devastation, and a year of darkness, I was brought back to the one thing I can’t shake — Purpose Chasers.

    In this raw solo episode, I share my journey out of the fire and why I’m still standing. From building and scaling multi-million-dollar companies, to losing everything, to finding healing through music, marketing, and therapy — this is the story behind my comeback.

    You’ll hear:

    • Why I walked away from a $5.1M deal and what it cost me

    • How music and managing Produced by Nef re-ignited my purpose

    • The weight of walking away from family to break generational trauma

    • The relaunch of Purpose Chasers Academy, Mastermind, and my next book

    • Why I refuse to live in fear and what it means to stand back in calling

    If this episode hit home, hit Follow on Spotify, drop a review, and join the movement.

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    17 m
  • Ep. 126: Hal Elrod of The Miracle Morning on Resilience, Purpose & The Best Still Ahead
    Aug 20 2025

    In this Purpose Chasers Podcast episode , Hal Elrod, best-selling author of The Miracle Morning, shares how to navigate the dip after success, reframe adversity into service, and create purpose-driven momentum through daily habits. This audio-only conversation is a reminder that your best is still ahead.


    Listen now and share with someone who needs the encouragement today.


    Be sure to Subscribe and leave me a Hal a comment.

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    33 m
  • Ep. 125: Stop Getting Pimped by LinkTree: Take Back Your Traffic & Own Your Brand
    Aug 14 2025

    Most artists and creators are unknowingly giving away their audience’s data, and LinkTree is cashing the check. In this no-fluff conversation, marketing expert Bud Heaton interviews Mark Crandall on why LinkTree is a trap for musicians, creators, and entrepreneurs, and exactly how to take back control of your name, traffic, and audience.


    You’ll discover:

    • Why LinkTree is quietly selling your audience data to ticketing companies
    • The simple landing page strategy that puts you back in control
    • How owning your own domain builds long-term SEO authority
    • The hidden costs of “free” tools and how to escape them in 72 hours
    • How to monetize small, loyal email lists faster than huge followings


    Whether you’re a hip-hop artist, a content creator, or a brand-builder, this episode gives you the playbook for building your own distribution channel, owning your brand online, and turning your purpose into your biggest asset.


    Watch more Purpose Chasers Podcast Convo on YouTube at @thepurposechasers.

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    27 m
  • Ep. 124: Termanology on Good Dad Gang, Fatherhood & Breaking Generational Curses
    Aug 7 2025

    In this inspiring episode, Mark Crandall sits down with acclaimed hip-hop artist and Good Dad Gang founder, Termanology (Daniel Carillo), to talk fatherhood, breaking generational curses, and advocating for fathers’ rights.


    From his global movement Good Dad Gang—founded in 2014 and now a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit—to his impactful book 100 Ways to Be a Better Dad, Termanology shares the lessons, challenges, and victories of parenting with purpose. We discuss the realities fathers face in custody disputes, the importance of being present, and why breaking toxic cycles starts at home.


    Whether you’re a dad, a mom, or simply passionate about strong families, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

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    27 m
  • Ep. 123: Brady Watt on how he went from Punk Bands to Bass & Bars & Hip-Hop Legends
    Jul 29 2025

    Brady Watt joins the Purpose Chasers Podcast to share his remarkable journey from playing bass in New England punk bands at 14 to performing with icons of the music industry.

    Far from an overnight success, Brady spent years honing his craft and hustling in the New York City music scene. Over the years he has collaborated with legends like DJ Premier and Talib Kweli, and even toured with the rock band O.A.R. – proving that his rise is the result of passion and persistence, not luck.


    In this episode, Brady unpacks the origin of his viral “Bass & Bars” series – the YouTube sensation where he lays down bass grooves while top MCs drop verses. He reveals how an idea from his team (including DJ Premier and Ian Schwartzman) to promote an album. By calling in favors from a network of rapper friends built over years, Brady created a simple, powerful formula: live bass + elite bars. The result? The first few episodes went viral, and the series has now surpassed 70 installments. Brady explains that when something works, you double-down rather than switch up – one of his key lessons for sustained success.


    Brady also shares insights into his disciplined daily routine and mindset. He’s played bass literally every day since age 14, exemplifying the dedication behind his talent. He discusses integrating social media into his career while staying sane – from posting music content consistently to deleting the app off his phone to avoid the toxic scrolling habit. This unwavering discipline and focus have helped him prioritize creativity over distractions, ensuring his art always comes first.


    Most importantly, Brady offers wisdom on building authentic relationships and trusting your craft for the long haul. He credits much of his success to genuine networking and collaboration – leveraging years of friendships to create new opportunities (the “path of least resistance,” as he calls it). He emphasizes sticking to what you do best and continuing to refine it, rather than chasing quick fame or bending to trends. In fact, Brady’s “overnight” success story was over 15 years in the making. From jamming in basements to jamming onstage at Red Rocks with 50,000 fans, his journey highlights the power of perseverance, consistency, and staying true to your vision.


    Subscribe to the Purpose Chasers Podcast and follow us on YouTube @thepurposechasers for more inspiring conversations like this.

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    32 m
  • Ep. 122: Zeke Stern of Green Lion Crew: Reggae Producer Secrets & Collie Buddz Collabs
    Jul 23 2025

    From Maine basements to producing tracks with Collie Buddz, Kabaka Pyramid, Chronixx, Jesse Royal, The Movement, & So many more. Zeke of Green Lion Crew shares his rise in reggae music.


    In this Purpose Chasers Podcast episode, you’ll learn:

    • How Green Lion Crew started and broke into reggae production.
    • The 2009 Collie Buddz collab that opened doors to big names.
    • Zeke’s creative process, from beat testing to live shows.
    • Why networking, humility, and free work are essential to success.


    👉 Love this episode? Subscribe to the Purpose Chasers Podcast and leave a comment with your favorite takeaway!

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    33 m
  • Ep. 121: Honoring Dennis Perrin & How His Legacy Lives On Through His Son Produced by Nef's Music Production Career
    Jul 16 2025

    The Brush Still Moves: Dennis Perrin's Energy Lives On Through His Son Produced by Nef

    “You already have the power. You just need to believe.” — Dennis Perrin

    Dennis Perrin wasn’t just a painter. He was a transformer of energy. The kind of artist who didn’t just capture light—he channeled it. And that same creative current is alive and pulsing through the work of his son, Jonas Perrin—better known in music circles as Produced by Nef.


    In a heartfelt Purpose Chasers podcast episode, Dennis opened up about far more than paint strokes and palette knives. He invited us into a world where belief reshapes reality and energy is the raw material of both art and life. He spoke about The Perrin Method, a practice rooted in presence, intention, and expansion—an internal renaissance that’s accessible to anyone who dares to believe in their own growth.


    A Legacy of More Than Art

    Dennis’s method wasn’t just about aesthetics—it was about alignment. He believed that our thoughts and energy could mold the future. That we each hold the brush to paint our own path.


    Today, that same philosophy rings loud through the beats and bars of Nef’s work—an alchemy of rhythm and precision that mirrors his father’s devotion to mastery. While Dennis brought color to canvas, Jonas brings texture to sound, weaving emotion and clarity into every project he touches.


    Whether you’re staring at a finished painting or vibing to a mastered track, one thing’s certain: you’re experiencing a frequency of the Perrin lineage.


    🎧 Listen to the Full Conversation

    In this episode, Dennis explored:

    • How everything is energy, and how to shape that energy with intention
    • The inner limits we place on ourselves, and how to dissolve them
    • Why choice is the ultimate canvas—and growth is our brush
    • The power of embracing self-belief to step into who we’re truly meant to become

    “There’s no becoming the best version of yourself without shedding the small stories that tell you you’re not enough.” — Dennis Perrin


    Honoring the Legacy

    Though Dennis Perrin has passed on, his message and mission haven’t.

    Learn More About Dennis’ Work & Make a Donation If So Moved.

    https://venmo.com/u/Aimee-Perrin-2021

    You can still immerse yourself in full episode on Spotify or YouTube.

    https://www.dennisperrinshop.com/

    http://dennisperrin.art/

    https://dennisperrinfineart18.simplero.com/


    And if you really want to feel how this legacy is evolving—visit @producedbynef on YouTube, where his son keeps the energy flowing, now through music.


    Because legacy isn’t about what we leave behind.


    It’s about what keeps ringing—long after we’re gone.


    Keep Chasing YOUR Purpose!

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    59 m