REMASTERED:  How to make it in Hollywood (and Anywhere), with DeVon Franklin | (Faith, Media, Entertainment, Inspiration)

REMASTERED: How to make it in Hollywood (and Anywhere), with DeVon Franklin | (Faith, Media, Entertainment, Inspiration)

Author: Southwestern Family of Podcasts - Southwestern Family of Companies August 25, 2026 Duration: 15:54
DeVon Franklin is a New York Times bestselling author, spiritual success coach, and the CEO of Franklin Entertainment, a production company in conjunction with 20th Century Fox. He is the producer of the box office hit Miracles from Heaven and the upcoming animated film, The Star, for Sony Pictures Animation. He’s Dr. Oz’s go-to guy for spiritual success coaching on The Dr. Oz Show and he’s the co-host of the TLC event series, This Is Life Live. Variety named DeVon one of the “10 Producers to Watch” and Beliefnet called him one of the “Most Influential Christians Under 40.” He is the author of the New York Times bestseller, The Wait (co-written with his wife, award-winning actress Meagan Good) and Produced By Faith. Find more at devonfranklin.com. “In the 20 years I’ve known DeVon, he’s lived his life the same way he makes his movies: with commitment, humility, and a work ethic that demands respect.” – Will Smith Show Highlights: Your discipline contributes to your destiny. - DeVon FranklinWhat you do personally shows up professionally. - DeVon FranklinPeople remember how you treated them on the way up. - DeVon FranklinBeing an advocate for yourself is not arrogant. - DeVon FranklinSometimes we use prayer to mask our fear. - DeVon FranklinPeople of Faith are good at the prayer part but often not the preparation part. - DeVon FranklinWe don't expect God to show up and so we squander blessing when it arrived anyways. - DeVon FranklinEmbracing the difference is the hardest part. - DeVon FranklinEvery successful person in Hollywood owned their difference. - DeVon Franklin The Action Catalyst is a weekly podcast hosted by Dan Moore, President of Southwestern Advantage, the oldest direct-sales company in America, and Partner with Southwestern Consulting. With more than 45 years in sales leadership and marketing management, Dan has a wealth of knowledge to share on how to make better use of time to achieve life, sales, and other business goals. Each week, he interviews some of the nation’s top thought leaders and experts, sharing meaningful tips and advice. Subscribe on iTunes and please leave a rating and review!

What does it take to move from thinking to doing, from planning to achieving? The Action Catalyst is a podcast built on the premise that real progress requires more than just motivation-it demands actionable insight. Each conversation features a different top leader or accomplished achiever, but the focus remains consistently practical: extracting the hard-earned lessons they learned on their way up. You’ll hear stories not just of success, but of the setbacks and plateaus that preceded it, with guests offering concrete strategies for navigating those inevitable challenges. This isn’t about abstract theory; it’s a resource for anyone feeling stuck in mediocrity or unsure of their next step in business, personal development, or their professional journey. The discussions are designed to help you uncover a more personal source of inspiration and then translate that into a clearer path forward. Tune in for a regular dose of candid advice and proven methods to help dismantle obstacles and reach your specific goals. The Action Catalyst is produced by the Southwestern Family of Podcasts, part of the Southwestern Family of Companies, and delivers these conversations with the understanding that sustained action is the most powerful catalyst for change. You’ll find each episode centers on a transferable idea or a shift in perspective that you can apply immediately, making the podcast a tool for ongoing education and self-improvement.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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Duration: 3:53
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CLIP:  The Attitude of Adventure [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:51
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Duration: 2:52
Overtime with Outland is Action Catalyst host Adam Outland's reflections and commentary on discussions with each of his esteemed and accomplished guests.In this segment, Adam dissects Episode 502 with "America's Career C…
CLIP:  The #1 Way to Get Audited [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:20
Tax strategist Carlotta Thompson explains how the IRS TRULY operates, what they actually ARE and ARE NOT looking for, and highlights the most common audit triggers to avoid.Hear Carlotta's full interview in her special b…
CLIP:  What Are You Working On? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:39
Speaker, author, and the CEO of the Booher Research Institute, Dianna Booher, explains the one question leaders MUST have an answer for, and how to respond to it.Hear Dianna's full interview in Episode 203 of The Action…
Tax Strategy, with Carlotta Thompson | (Business, Finance, AI, Money) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:05
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