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Beyond The Story with Sebastian RuskAuthor: Sebastian Rusk
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How to Get Unstuck, Reinvent Yourself & Build a New Identity - Jody Friedman
Episode 318
Tuesday, 29 September, 2026
In episode 318 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk interviews Jody Friedman, a music supervisor, entrepreneur, and coach. He explains why success doesn't always feel like success, how high achievers can become trapped in the need to constantly perform, and why sometimes the next level isn't about adding more—it’s about subtracting what no longer serves you.Tune in to hear Jody Friedman’s inspiring story of turning adversity into achievement, breaking free from old identities, and learning how to build a life and business that actually fits who you are today.TIMESTAMPS[00:00:00] Sebastian Rusk introduces Jody Friedman and their connection through Dan Martell’s coaching program.[00:05:14] Jody shares his childhood, family challenges, and the identities he built to survive.[00:07:00] Moving through 16 homes and discovering the “Wreck the Room” philosophy.[00:08:05] Florida State University, CNN, and the breakthrough that changed Jody’s career.[00:09:35] Creating the Nancy Grace theme song and learning to stop waiting for permission.[00:11:53] Jody explains what a music supervisor does in film and television.[00:12:20] The impact of COVID and Jody’s transition into online coaching.[00:13:47] Building Wreck the Room and helping entrepreneurs overcome burnout.[00:15:47] Breaking patterns, challenging beliefs, and doing the deeper work.[00:17:32] The Wreck the Room quiz and discovering which “room” you're currently in.[00:18:27] Getting unstuck, taking responsibility, and choosing a new direction.[00:19:20] Jody’s final message: “You’ve got to wreck the room.”QUOTES"That was the first time I really felt like I wrecked a room because I stopped waiting for permission." – Jody Friedman"If you're a high achiever or a performer and you can't break that cycle and you feel burnt out, there is a lie that you're telling yourself at a deep level." – Jody Friedman"If you can make a decision to get stuck, you can make a decision to get unstuck." – Sebastian Rusk==========================Need help launching your podcast?Schedule a Free Podcast Strategy Call TODAY!PodcastLaunchLabNow.com==========================SOCIAL MEDIA LINKSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastlaunchlab/Facebook: Facebook.com/sruskLinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sebastianrusk/YouTube: Youtube.com/@PodcastLaunchLabJody FriedmanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodyfriedman/ ==========================Take the quiz now! https://podcastquiz.online/==========================Need Money For Your Business? Our Friends at Closer Capital can help! Click here for more info: PodcastsSUCK.com/money==========================PAYING RENT? Earn airline miles when you use the Bilt Rewards MastercardAPPLY HERE: https://bilt.page/r/2H93-5474
