Josh Antonuccio is the director of the school of media studies at Ohio University, and as such, encounters hundreds of impressionable young folks annually to help advance them in their media careers. Josh also runs the university's annual Music Industry Summit, an annual event that has brought legends like Run the Jewels and Jason Isbell to the institution to share their knowledge. Josh, himself, is a renowned musician, producer and engineer with his own studio in the Ohio town of Athens.In this conversation, Mike and Josh discuss various topics related to building trust, the importance of face-to-face conversations, the power of collaboration and creativity, encouraging openness and pursuing passions, finding center through breathing and faith, and the flow state and the power of creativity.Takeaways

• Building good relationships requires trust, honesty, and consistency.
• Face-to-face conversations are essential for meaningful connections and personal transformation.
• Collaboration with passionate and driven individuals can lead to creative breakthroughs.
• Encouraging openness and supporting children's passions can lead to personal growth and fulfillment.
• Finding center through breathing, meditation, and faith can help navigate challenging situations.
• Engaging in creative activities can bring about a flow state and a sense of timelessness.