Lessons From The Edge – Overthrowing The Government
Episode Overview:
Prepare for a wild ride in this special episode of the Scaling Creator podcast with your hosts Soren and Eriksen Dickens. They delve into a bizarre and cautionary tale from the early days of their video production company, Platinum Peek. The story involves a peculiar client with grandiose plans to incite a revolution through a video project. With humor and a hint of disbelief, this narrative explores the mishaps, red flags, and the importance of vetting clients, emphasizing that not all money is good money, especially when it comes to the threat of overthrowing a government.
Segment Breakdown and Timestamps:
- Introduction and Theme of the Podcast [00:00]
- Unexpected Throwback to an Early Client [01:05]
- Recap of a Project Proposal Gone Astray [02:22]
- Delving into the Client’s Background and Intentions [03:40]
- The Filming Adventure in Maui [06:10]
- Post-Production Challenges and Legal Threats [10:15]
- Reflecting on the Lessons Learned [12:30]
- Closing Remarks and Future WTF Series Mention [14:05]
Identification of Key Moments:
- The Dickens brothers recall their first-ever client, intending to initiate a civil war through a video [01:05].
- A dramatic entrance by the client on a tractor, setting the tone for what was to come [06:30].
- After delivering a video the client initially loved, they were faced with unexpected legal threats [10:15].
- A reflection on trusting one’s gut and being selective about projects and clients [12:30].
Resource Links and References:
- Scaling Creator Website: scalingcreator.com
- Join the Scaling Creator Discord Community.
Guest Information (if applicable):
- Not applicable as there were no special guests in this episode.
Concluding Summary:
In this unexpectedly entertaining episode, Soren and Ericksen Dickens unravel the tale of an early, unconventional client and the lessons learned from navigating the choppy waters of their initial business endeavors. If you found this episode as amusing and enlightening as we did, don’t forget to subscribe for more stories and insights in the Scaling Creator podcast. Join the conversation and the community on Discord, follow their journey on Instagram, and stay tuned for potentially more “WTF series” content.
Remember to always do your due diligence before diving into projects, especially when they sound too strange to be true!