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2.20.18

February 04, 2018 in The Cusp
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Stirrings

A collection of writings on culture, politics, spirituality, and life's epiphanies.

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about 6 years ago

Hey Ash, what’s it like for you to be on the cusp of launching The Cusp podcast?

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On the Season 1 finale of The Cusp podcast, the tables get turned.

LISTEN NOW: S1E4, The Cusp
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about 6 years ago

Sign on the 10-year dotted line. For Julio, launching his wine shop Grand Cata would represent the culmination of a journey across continents and personal tightropes. As the grand opening approached, he was clear on strategy—but what he needed was a little positivity.

The Cusp S1E4 Preview: Julio
The Cusp S1E4 Preview: Julio
about 6 years ago

On a Friday night, almost seven years ago, I was ready for a glass of wine. Lucky for me, my friend Julio had me covered: Chilean and Argentinian wines at the ready, including Sauvignon Blanc, Carmenere, and a fruity Malbec.

LISTEN NOW: S1E3, The Cusp
LISTEN NOW: S1E3, The Cusp
about 6 years ago

The clock was ticking. It was just four days until the world premiere of City of Trees, a full-length documentary film more than five years in the making. Brandon, the film’s director, was about to unveil the biggest creative project of his life—and he wasn't leaving any detail to chance.

The Cusp S1E3 Preview: Brandon
The Cusp S1E3 Preview: Brandon
about 6 years ago

On Saturday night I watched the Oscar-nominated film Get Out. It was one day until the Oscars, and I had assured my friend Brandon for months that it was the next movie in my queue. It was high time I made things right.

LISTEN NOW: S1E2, The Cusp
LISTEN NOW: S1E2, The Cusp
about 6 years ago

"I’m at the point in my life where it’s like, what do I have to lose? I think that’s where I had to get to. What do I have to lose at this point? What’s the worst that could happen? I can’t imagine a life that didn’t feel that I’ve done the most fulfilling work I could possibly do. And this feels like the most fulfilling work I could possibly do."

The Cusp S1E2 Preview: Dalia
The Cusp S1E2 Preview: Dalia
about 6 years ago

11 days until Election Day, and Dalia is exhausted. She's on the ballot in one of the largest public school districts in the country for a seat on the local school board. And between you and her, she's ready for this thing to be over.

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2.20.18. Home stretch. Love these people.
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