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The D'Ascenzo Zone

Mike D'Ascenzo

Education

Frequency: 1 episode/1139d. Total Eps: 19

What does it take to leave your comfort zone behind and become great? Welcome to The D'Ascenzo Zone. I explore creativity, the path to mastery and building a better life. I speak to creatives like actors, writers, directors, even a hypnotist about their craft and journey. I also sit down with entrepreneurs, doctors and other experts who express creativity in their own way. At its core, this show reverse-engineers greatness, so YOU can build it. Subscribe, and let's get into The Zone.

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The D'Ascenzo Zone - Podcast Trailer

Season 1 · Episode 1

Thursday, February 5, 2026 • Duration 00:43

Subscribe and get into The Zone.________________________________________________________________TDZ◼︎Subscribe: / @thedascenzozone ◼︎ If you prefer to listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7FMIr4z...◼︎ TDZ Podcast Clips: • Assassin's Creed's Storytelling & Acting i... ◼︎TDZ Comedy Shorts: • BFF confesses to 🍆ing my GF #shorts #funny... ◼︎ Check out my children's book: https://www.amazon.ca/Tiffy-Spiffy-Mr... ◼︎Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikedascenz...◼︎TDZ Instagram: / thedascenzozone ◼︎Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@thedascenzozone◼︎For Business Inquiries: dascenzozone@gmail.com________________________________________________________________#podcast #tdz #business #creative #entrepreneur #creativity

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Struggle is Mandatory: How an Entrepreneur Lost 100 Pounds, Quit a Secure Job and Found Purpose

Season 1 · Episode 16

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 • Duration 01:09:15

Zack Bosanac is a 4 time Ironman triathalon finisher, who lost 100 pounds, quit his stable job in finance, and risked everything to be an entrepreneur and open his own gym, Fitt Forge. He started the business in his garage and has since grown it into a 4000 square foot facility, hustling, making sacrifices, and taking on significant risk to make his dream come true.

In this episode we talk about:

• His Journey into entrepreneurship

• How Fitt Forge is different from other gyms

• The risks and resilience of starting a business

• How passion, community and mindset shape both fitness and personal growth

TDZ Episode 016 - Zack Bosanac

Follow Zack Bosanac & Fitt Forge:

IG: @zackbosanac

IG: @fittforge

www.fittforge.com

Email: info@fittforge.com

The D'Ascenzo Zone:

◼︎Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCphk_rom3ggaW9qhFlIDrag?sub_confirmation=1

◼︎ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7FMIr4zzMZMgQhd3SBUYqz?si=vg_AaJS5QdO6cCQffTIFYw

◼︎ Check out my children's book: https://www.amazon.ca/Tiffy-Spiffy-Mr-Michael-DAscenzo/dp/B0CKGVFP72

◼︎Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikedascenz/?hl=en

◼︎TDZ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedascenzozone/

Why Mindset Is the Real Reason You’re Not Losing Weight or Building Muscle

Season 1 · Episode 7

Thursday, December 4, 2025 • Duration 52:50

Founders of Evolve to Excel, Vanessa Zingaro and Greg Sutton are a husband and wife team who have coached thousands of clients to transform their body, mind and habits through fitness and nutrition. From building muscle, to losing weight to improving your relationship with food, they bring real world strategies that actually work.

TDZ Episode 007 - Vanessa Zingaro and Greg Sutton

We talk about:

◼︎Greg & Vanessa’s Journey + Coaching Philosophy

◼︎Motivation & Mindset Tools

◼︎Forming Healthy Habits

◼︎Approaches to nutrition & fitness

◼︎GLP-1 Medications (WeGovy, Ozempic)

◼︎Protein, Creatine & Supplements

Follow Vanessa & Greg at Evolve to

Excelwww.evolvetoexcel.com

◼︎IG: @evolvetoexcel

◼︎IG: @vanessa_zingaro_

◼︎IG: @coach.greg.sut

The D'Ascenzo Zone:

◼︎Subscribe: / @thedascenzozone

◼︎ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7FMIr4z...

"The Office Movers" Star: From Sketch Comedy to Acting Breakthroughs

Season 1 · Episode 6

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 • Duration 01:00:52

Heather Gallant is an actor and sketch comedy performer best known for her breakout role as Carla on Crave TV’s The Office Movers. She co-created the hilarious sketch troupe Herbeaver, that performed monthly shows for years at Toronto’s iconic Comedy Bar. Heather has also appeared in many other projects including some of your favourite commercials and my webseries Headliners, which you can watch right here on this channel.

TDZ Podcast 006 - Heather GallantIn this episode we talk about:

• Her path from theatre school to sketch comedy to acting

• Her roles on Headliners, the Office Movers and more.

• The realities and camaraderie of working on low-budget Canadian TV

• Auditions, memorizing lines, and overcoming perfectionism

• Finding a comedic voice and navigating different audiences

• Real advice for young performers on taking risks and staying authentic

Follow Heather Gallant:

◼︎Instagram: @heatherisgallant

◼︎Watch her on Headliners here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhwP1Doz8Ho&list=PLr66TOUAOapLHeBOK-8aPN5cu1tqpvint

◼︎And watch her on The Office Movers on Crave TV!

The D'Ascenzo Zone:

◼︎Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCphk_rom3ggaW9qhFlIDrag?sub_confirmation=1

◼︎ If you prefer to listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7FMIr4zzMZMgQhd3SBUYqz?si=vg_AaJS5QdO6cCQffTIFYw

◼︎ Check out my children's book: https://www.amazon.ca/Tiffy-Spiffy-Mr-Michael-DAscenzo/dp/B0CKGVFP72

◼︎Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikedascenz/?hl=en

◼︎TDZ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedascenzozone/

The Truth About Writing for Netflix, DC, Marvel & More

Season 1 · Episode 5

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 • Duration 50:38

Merrill Hagan is an American powerhouse writer and producer across TV, film, comics and videogames. His credits include fan favourites from DC, Marvel, Netflix, Adult Swim, Nickelodeon and more. He’s written everything from Teen Titans Go! to Magic School Bus, and helped shape some of the biggest animated series on TV.

In this conversation, we talk about:

◼︎Breaking into the industry, surviving it, and what it actually takes to build a career in animation

◼︎Comics

◼︎Working on shows for Netflix, Marvel, DC & more

◼︎The craft of writing and pitching

◼︎The state of the animation Industry

TDZ Episode 005 - Merrill Hagan

Follow Merrill Hagan

◼︎ Instagram: @merrill_hagan

◼︎https://www.merrillhagan.com

Follow The D'Ascenzo Zone:

◼︎Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCphk_rom3ggaW9qhFlIDrag?sub_confirmation=1

◼︎ Check out my children's book: https://www.amazon.ca/Tiffy-Spiffy-Mr-Michael-DAscenzo/dp/B0CKGVFP72

◼︎Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikedascenz/?hl=en

◼︎Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@thedascenzozone

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The Art of Marriage and Magic: Husband & Wife Performers Reveal their Secrets

Season 1 · Episode 4

Saturday, November 22, 2025 • Duration 01:14:15

Brent and Sarah Nicholls are a husband and wife magic-comedy team who perform all over the world.

TDZ Podcast 004: Brent and Sarah Nicholls

Find & Book Brent & Sarah here: www.brentandsarah.com

The D'Ascenzo Zone:

◼︎Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCphk_rom3ggaW9qhFlIDrag?sub_confirmation=1

◼︎ Check out my children's book: https://www.amazon.ca/Tiffy-Spiffy-Mr-Michael-DAscenzo/dp/B0CKGVFP72

◼︎Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikedascenz/?hl=en

◼︎Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@thedascenzozone

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Why You’re Not Getting Hired (and How to Fix It)

Season 1 · Episode 3

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 • Duration 46:28

Shri Hughes is a veteran recruiter and HR professional in the business of scouting and hiring people.In this episode we talked about:

• Spotting Red and Green Flags in Candidates

• Hiring for Cultural Fit and Shared Values

• Crafting Resumes That Actually Get Read

• Cover Letters That Make You Stand Out

• How to Handle Interview Weakness Questions

• Following Up Without Being Annoying

• Salary Negotiation and Transparency in Hiring

• Creative Industry Job Hunting Strategies

TDZ Podcast 003 - Shri Hughes

The D'Ascenzo Zone

◼︎Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCphk_rom3ggaW9qhFlIDrag?sub_confirmation=1

◼︎ Check out my children's book: https://www.amazon.ca/Tiffy-Spiffy-Mr-Michael-DAscenzo/dp/B0CKGVFP72

◼︎Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikedascenz/?hl=en

◼︎Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@thedascenzozone

#hiring #podcast #work #employment

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Laughing through the Grind: Stories & Craft from 20+ Years of Stand-up

Season 1 · Episode 2

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 • Duration 01:04:40

A 20+ Year veteran of stand-up comedy, Manolis Zontanos breaks down his experience grinding as a comedian. In this conversation we discuss:

◼︎ Getting into stand-up

◼︎ Relationships & Comedy

◼︎ Fostering Friendships in Comedy

◼︎Fans

◼︎ "Making it"

◼︎ The influence of Digital Media on Comedy

◼︎ Similar thinking in jokes

◼︎ Filling your "hole" with comedy

◼︎ Fame

TDZ Podcast 002 - Manolis Zontanos

Watch Manolis' Standup Special "Growing Up Greek" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2Fy_NmwR2Q&t=1344s

Follow Manolis on IG: @manoliszontanos

The D'Ascenzo Zone:

◼︎Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCphk_rom3ggaW9qhFlIDrag?sub_confirmation=1

◼︎ Check out my children's book: https://www.amazon.ca/Tiffy-Spiffy-Mr-Michael-DAscenzo/dp/B0CKGVFP72

◼︎Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikedascenz/?hl=en

◼︎Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@thedascenzozone#comedy #podcast

#standupcomedy #podcastshow #tdz #podcast #comedy

Insider Secrets From a Seinfeld & Everybody Loves Raymond Writer: Rejection, Risk & Comedy Gold!

Season 1 · Episode 1

Monday, November 17, 2025 • Duration 01:07:10

Prolific TV writer Steve Skrovan breaks down his experience from doing standup at open mic nights to Emmy Wins and working on some of the world's most famous and beloved shows like Seinfeld, Everybody Loves Raymond and more.

In this conversation we discuss:

• Television Writing and Production

• Writing on Seinfeld

• Handling Rejection

• Adapting "Everybody Loves Raymond" for different cultures

• How real life experiences became iconic episodes

• The difference between an acting problem and a writing problem

• The Evolution of Comedy & Television

TDZ Podcast 001 - Steve Skrovan

0:00 Intro

0:47 Meeting in the Writers' Room

1:54 The Early Days

3:07 Comedy Clubs & New York

5:36 Larry David Launched Steve's Career

7:44 The Comedy Boom & Sitcom Writing

9:08 The Seinfeld "Think Tank"

12:47 Pitching Larry David

17:33 Handling Rejection

19:26 Russian Writer's Room & "Room Bits"

26:14 Adapting Raymond

32:23 Pitching Personal Stories

36:19 Knowing When to Quit

37:09 The 7-Year Theory

39:09 The Raymond Room's Secret

Inside a Naturopath’s Approach to Hormones, Sleep & Stress

Season 1 · Episode 9

Thursday, January 1, 1970 • Duration 01:04:05

Dr. Margot Lattanzi is a naturopathic doctor who has helped hundreds of people heal the root cause of their health concerns. She has training in fertility, pediatric care, cosmetic acupuncture and more. In today's episode we talk about:

• Naturopathy and Holistic Healthcare

• Exploring Naturopathic Medicine's Appeal

• Challenges in Natural Medicine Research

• Acupuncture

• Hormones and Nervous System Balance

• Anxiety Management and Wellness Strategies

• Sleep Optimization, Caffeine Impact, and Burnout Recovery

TDZ Episode 009 - Dr. Margot Lattanzi, ND

Follow Dr. Margot Lattanzi, ND

IG: @doctormargotndwww.doctormargotnd.com

The D'Ascenzo Zone:

◼︎Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCphk_rom3ggaW9qhFlIDrag?sub_confirmation=1

◼︎ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7FMIr4zzMZMgQhd3SBUYqz?si=vg_AaJS5QdO6cCQffTIFYw

◼︎ Check out my children's book: https://www.amazon.ca/Tiffy-Spiffy-Mr-Michael-DAscenzo/dp/B0CKGVFP72

◼︎Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikedascenz/?hl=en

◼︎TDZ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedascenzozone/

◼︎Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@thedascenzozone

#podcast #tdz #health #naturopathy #naturopathie #naturopathicmedicine #wellness #wellnesstips

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