What gives you permission to take the riskier creative choice? In this episode, Lyndon and Brea explore that question with Dom—a chef, author, and social entrepreneur who's lived by the principle that the bolder option is almost always the better one, whether in music, art, or life itself. They discuss why taking risks matters even when there's no audience, no stakes, nothing to lose but time—and why sometimes the most worthwhile creative act is one you do purely for yourself. From co-writing a novel with a friend to moving to Cambodia, Dom shares how embracing the uncomfortable—and trusting that it might matter, even if you never see the impact—has become the through-line of his life. A conversation about permission, creativity, and the riskier path forward.

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Listen to Ryan Wasoba's 19 Second Songs Vol 1 here: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/19-second-songs-vol-1-ep/1454192831

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