My Journey from Homelessness to Hosting Justin Bieber and Mariah Carey

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The Founder's Journey Podcast

Greg Moran

103 episodes

4 months ago

Telling the stories of startup founders and creators and their unique journey. Each episode features actionable tips, practical advice and inspirational insight.

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Telling the stories of startup founders and creators and their unique journey. Each episode features actionable tips, practical advice and inspirational insight.

My Journey from Homelessness to Hosting Justin Bieber and Mariah Carey

The Founder's Journey Podcast

5 minutes

9 months ago

My Journey from Homelessness to Hosting Justin Bieber and Mariah Carey

Don't make these studio building mistakes! Learn from the Founder’s Journey, avoid challenges, and persevere to reach your vision.
Welcome to Founders Collective, where we bring you the most inspiring stories from trailblazing Founders. In this episode, we dive deep into the journey of the founder of Lounge Studios—a story of unmatched perseverance, sacrifice, and vision. Starting in New York City with just $50, this founder faced countless challenges, including homelessness, to pursue a dream of building a creative haven for some of the biggest names in the music industry.

From carrying drywall on a train to constructing the studio by hand, every step of the process was marked by determination and resourcefulness. Today, Lounge Studios stands as a testament to resilience, hosting legends like Justin Bieber, Mariah Carey, and Ed Sheeran.

If you've ever wondered what it takes to transform a vision into reality or to overcome extraordinary obstacles, this is a story you don't want to miss. Join us as we celebrate the power of dreaming big and staying true to your goals, no matter how difficult the road.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro: Building Lounge Studios from nothing
00:21 - Moving to New York City with $50
00:44 - Early struggles and Bronx living conditions
01:18 - Working with at-risk youth and saving for a studio
01:41 - Building the studio by hand with limited resources
02:17 - Hosting music industry legends like Justin Bieber and Mariah Carey
03:08 - Choosing sacrifice to pursue long-term success
03:47 - The personal decision to embrace homelessness for a dream
04:11 - Creative ways to survive and build on a tight budget
05:11 - Reflecting on the 12-year journey and the lessons learned

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