Tom Shadyac, director of “Ace Ventura” and “Bruce Almighty,” walked away from Hollywood to pursue a life of meaning. We discuss his spiritual journey, Memphis Rox, interconnectedness, and finding meaning beyond materialism. READ MORE👉🏾 https://bit.ly/richroll849 ✌🏼🌱 - Rich This Episode Is Brought To You By... SEED Use code RICHROLL25 for 25% OFF 👉 https://bit.ly/seed2024 COZY EARTH Use code RICHROLL for 30% OFF 👉 https://bit.ly/cozyearth2024 Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉 https://bit.ly/rrpsponsors LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/rrpitunes Spotify: http://bit.ly/rrpspotify Google: http://bit.ly/rrpgooglepods Meal Planner: http://meals.richroll.com Voicing Change Book: http://richroll.com/vc Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RichRollPodcastClips Newsletter: http://bit.ly/rollcallemail CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:50 The beginning of a long-awaited conversation 00:02:11 Connecting with Memphis 00:03:02 Teaching and moving to Memphis 00:05:18 Family ties and the founding of St. Jude 00:08:56 Legacy of St. Jude and global impact 00:11:04 Early life and the influence of his mother 00:14:12 Struggles and aspirations 00:15:17 Transition to comedy and early career 00:17:06 The funny story 00:18:37 Bob Hope and the jokes 00:20:13 Epiphany at the urinal 00:21:24 The head and the heart 00:23:35 Gut spirit biome 00:26:01 Resistance to uncertainty 00:29:28 Ego and service 00:34:02 The journey from self-will to surrender 00:34:06 Surrender and Control 00:34:35 Ad Break 1 00:36:04 Directing and Collaboration 00:37:10 Adaptation and Listening 00:43:18 Childlike Revolution 00:44:41 Improv and Tight Script 00:46:26 Success, Fun, and Compassion 00:48:03 Spiritual Calling and Epiphany 00:51:58 Integrity and Fulfillment 00:52:22 Material possessions and self-reflection 00:53:17 Reevaluating lifestyle and personal integrity 00:53:51 Confronting dissonance and ego 00:54:32 Embracing self-acceptance and humility 00:54:47 The essence of storytelling and self-awareness 00:58:26 Reflecting on past documentary projects 00:59:05 Ad Break 2 01:00:33 Engagement with philanthropy and personal transformation 01:06:54 Understanding the power of compassion and community 01:07:50 Challenges and acceptance as an outsider 01:09:42 The mountains and their impact 01:11:23 Trauma and the need for positive influence 01:12:39 Revitalizing the neighborhood 01:13:08 Redefining currency and mentorship 01:15:04 Impact of experiences on lives 01:16:00 Story of Jermaine Johnson 01:17:12 Challenges and impact of violence 01:18:23 Innate capacity for change 01:20:12 Chris and his impact 01:24:34 The power of relationships 01:26:31 Connection as the solution 01:28:18 The consciousness call 01:29:26 Root story of separation 01:32:22 Family of humanity 01:33:21 Individual liberty and responsibility 01:34:21 Self-transcendence and community 01:36:26 The paradox of individuality 01:37:31 Nature's wisdom 01:38:47 Unity and responsibility 01:40:39 Faith, humility, and optimism 01:43:36 Intention and societal impact 01:45:51 Eternal principles 01:47:10 Over-identification with self 01:47:23 The delusion of happiness 01:49:04 Embracing the shadow 01:50:36 Counseling for self-actualization 01:58:48 The inseparability of moral and sensual 02:02:49 Reconnecting with Jim Carrey 02:04:36 The Meaning of Life 02:07:03 Memphis Rocks and Documentary Release 02:08:42 Closing Remarks CONNECT WITH RICH ✩ Website - http://richroll.com​ ✩ Rich Roll Podcast - https://richroll.com/all-episodes/ ✩ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/richroll/ ✩ Twitter - https://twitter.com/richroll ✩ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/richrollfans ✩ Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/14443?oq=rich ✩ Memoir: Finding Ultra - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/finding-ultra/ ✩ Meals - http://meals.richroll.com​ ✩ Cook - The Plantpower Way - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-signed/ ✩ Italian! - The Plantpower Way: Italia - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-italia-signed/ ✩ Support - https://www.patreon.com/richroll FILMED AND EDITED BY BLAKE CURTIS & DAN DRAKE https://www.blakecurtis.net/ https://www.dandrake333.com/ * * * * * NEW TO RICH? Hi I'm Rich Roll. I'm a vegan ultra-endurance athlete, author, podcaster, public speaker & wellness evangelist. But mainly I'm a dad of four. If you want to know more, visit my website or check out these two the NY Times articles: http://bit.ly/otillonyt http://bit.ly/vegansglam I LOVE MAIL! SEND IT HERE: 2630 Conejo Spectrum St. Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 #richroll #richrollpodcast