Peter Asher is best known as the man behind Apple Records, the label for the Beatles, as well as his career as a manager and producer, not mention discovering James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt and countless others. Jared has a riveting discussion about Peter's world, which is a virtual journey through the history of recorded music. One story at a time, and Jared discovers a whole lot more on his quest to find out if he could be the next great music impresario.

Jason Flom is one of the most famous music industry personalities of all time, but as of late, he's also known for being a prison reform advocate and a big proponent of the Innocence Project. Personally, he has been involved in exonerating countless people on death row and wrongfully imprisoned inmates serving life sentences. His podcast called "Wrongful Conviction" has become one of the most popular in the space. Jared talks to him about what motivated him to become a prison reform advocate.

Poo Bear is one of the most successful songwriters of all time penning hits for Justin Bieber, such as; "Where Are Ü Now?", "What Do You Mean?", "Desposito" and "I'm the One". He was also Jared's partner on the groundbreaking podcast "Bear and a Banjo". We discuss career peaks and valleys and how you're truly never counted out until you say so. With a career that spans the early era of Atlanta R&B all the way up to current day, this is a podcast for anyone who wants to understand how to...

Jared chats with multi-hyphenate actress Scarlett Burke, who is set to launch her one of a kind scripted musical podcast “Make it Up As We Go” starring herself and well as Billy Bob Thornton, Dennis Quaid and Craig Robinson. The show also features music by some of the biggest stars in Country music. We hear how being left on the cutting room floor as a young actress affected Scarlett and how through years in LA she took advantages of opportunities presented to her to become not only a...

Media titan / mentor to Jared, Ben Silverman joins Occupational Therapy to talk to Jared about how he founded and brought some of the biggest shows in television history to America, from “Who Wants to be a Millionaire” to “The Biggest Loser” to perennial favorites like “The Office” and “Ugly Betty.” This is the person who invented television as you know it!. He breaks down his time as co-chairman of NBC Entertainment and Universal Media Studios and discusses his forays into his production...

Jared is joined by writer, producer and show runner Nic Pizzolatto to discuss his incredible journey from art student to creator of “True Detective” and beyond. In this spirited episode, Nic reveals some of his past adventures that lead him to where he is today, the moments when he saw opportunities and took them and how it’s impossible to place the process of a writer’s journey in a defined box or category. As Jared goes into deep detail about Nic’s Hollywood career, we are once again...

Jared sits down with dynamically successful TV producer and host of “Men in Blazers” Michael Davies to hear how his humble beginnings lead him from a shuttered tennis career to running some of the most successful Tv shows of all time. In this laid-back, charismatic and hilarious episode, Jared and Michael go back and forth on topics like believing in yourself after failure, the enormous success of “Who Wants to be a Millionaire” and his numerous current projects that exist as worldwide TV...

Lee Trink’s diverse career path is highlighted in this episode as Lee shares his journey from an Assistant District Attorney in Brooklyn to the music industry to management and more recently to the world of esports. As the CEO of the most popular esports company in the world, FaZe Clan, Trink has been able to utilize his many experiences throughout his nearly 3 decade career to establish one of the world’s most recognizable brands. Jared gets to the bottom of Lee’s success one step at a time-...

Fred Savage grew up in America’s living rooms as the star of massively successful TV series The Wonder Years. Although he still performs in front of the camera, he has made an amazing transition into becoming one of the most successful directors in network television. Find out how he did it in this hilarious and insightful episode where Jared tries to see if he himself could transition into the director’s chair.

Cleto Escobedo III has been the head of Jimmy Kimmel's Late Night Orchestra since 2003. His story of how he got here from his humble beginnings on the Las Vegas strip is too unbelievable to be true. Jared has a discussion with Cleto about what it takes to make it in the late night space as a house band leader.

Brent Montgomery created the massive reality TV show “Pawn Stars" seemingly by accident and eventually became one of the most successful people of all time in cable television. This is a story of humble beginnings and all the little twists and turns that it takes to build a media empire.

Rags is easily one of the happiest people Jared has ever met in Los Angeles. This young man started out as a pedi-cab driver in Austin, Texas who made his fortune winning a Double Showcase Showdown on "The Price Is Right.” Following the wind where it took, him, he eventually became one of the top jingle salesmen in the country. This is a can't miss episode as Jared discovers what it takes to find true happiness in your craft, whether that means peddling festival goers across Austin… or...

Jeff Ross started as a tour manager and road manager for musical acts like Diana Ross and AC/DC and is now known as having the title of Conan O'Brien's Executive Producer. On this episode, they discuss all of the steps and missteps Jeff took along the way that eventually got him to the top of late night TV. He also discusses how podcasts are now a big part of the Conan strategy.

JP Crimi was a Boston local with a massive chip on his shoulder who moved to Hollywood where he became what he describes as one of the, “top five angriest people in L.A.” Since transforming himself through the power of BREATH WORK, JP he has gone from enraged - to enlightened. Today JP is considered the poster boy for calmness, serenity and acceptance. Find out how this magical and spiritual journey happened as Jared takes a breath work course with JP and they discuss it in great detail.

Craig Susser’s career as a restauranteur has led him to entertaining hundreds at his groundbreaking Hollywood restaurant “Craig’s” every night. The flashbulbs popping outside of his doors usually means somebody important is walking in - which happens more frequently than you would think. Jared sits down with Craig to find out whether or not he has what it takes to become a Hollywood restauranteur.

24KGoldn has had a fantastic rise in the world of hip-hop and social media popularity and he believes that he has a good chance to become the Will Smith of his generation. Jared sits down with 24KGoldn to discuss the ins and outs of the hip-hop game, how it relates to modern app technology like Tok Tok and whether or not Jared has what it takes to be a multi-platinum selling hip-hop artist.

Kristine Leahy started her career in the Midwest, working for the NBA and found her way West, where she became not only the co-host of "American Ninja Warrior", but went on to having her own prime time sports news series that brought her to the top of the sports journalism world. Jared speaks with her about her amazing ascent, and finds out whether or not he has what it takes to become a sportscaster.

Don Lemon has been one of the most recognizable faces of CNN for years. As a highly respected news anchor and journalist, he keeps millions of people across the country informed daily as he gives us unfiltered truth about the world of politics and every other topic under the sun. In this episode, Don Lemon explains his strange ascent to the highest highs in the topsy-turvy world of television journalism. 

JaVale McGee is more than just an athlete… As a star player on the Los Angeles Lakers, most people assume that his basketball career should be  enough to fill up his entire dance card. However, unbeknownst to many, he also pads his resumé with the role of a super producer. Javale is coming off an amazing run as Justin Bieber's collaborator and he's working with some of the biggest names across the music industry. Jared talks with JaVale McGee about what it takes to balance a career as not...

David Arquette is a multi-hyphenate entertainer who is as well known for his acting chops as he is for being an eccentric and electric personality. His recent foray into professional wrestling has been an epic odyssey that is now being documented in a film due out later this year. In this episode, Jared discusses what it takes to become a world champion wrestler. This is a spirited discussion you will not want to miss.

Jared has a discussion with Modern Family series creator Steve Levitan about what it takes to forge a meaningful career in the world of television. As a show runner and show creator, Steven is one of the most successful and respected people in the business. Jared listens intently as Steven shares his unlikely path from local news and ad man in the Midwest - to becoming the king of television in Los Angeles. Occupational Therapy: A Covid-19 Masterclass is brought to you by Audio Up...

Neal Brennan had success very early on writing the film Half-Baked with Dave Chappelle. That eventually led to the two of them creating the enormously successful Chappelle's Show together. Neal talks to Jared about humility, focus and what it takes to be number one in the comedy game. This is a hilarious episode that you will not want to miss.

Jeff Rahban is the Chair of the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music, and this past year he asked Jared to be the Chief Collaboration Artist in Residence. Jeff has an amazing story that took him from the world of music management and labels to running the most successful music program in the world. Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music is a coveted department and school that only accepts a chosen few every year, and those who are accepted have access to not only some of the best minds...

Occupational Therapy is very much a tribute to John Singleton and Alan Thicke, both who came into my life in different ways, both who are no longer with us, both who gave me sage advice as collaborators, friends and as entrepreneurs. Telling their stories is a way for me to share the advice that masters of their fields have shared with me. This intro podcast is an overview of Occupational Therapy and what I set out to do while outlining the curriculum for this Quarantine Masterclass. This...

Hi, I'm Jingle Jared, I am the number one jingle writer of all time for film and TV. I sold my business and now I am in a two year period of (what they call in the startup business) a non compete. That's sad because I like to work, so I'm looking for a new job and I have 24 months to find one.  Join me as I talk to people who've "made it" in their careers, so I can figure out my next move. From TV legends, to NBA players, photographers, artists, musicians, and more, these interviews will...