Owner of the Long Shot Leaders podcast, Michael Stein.

Michael Stein is also an entrepreneur, actor, comedian and filmmaker.

From a lineage of “long shots,” he recounts stories of his grandmother’s escape from Russian concentration camps and his father’s rise and fall from homelessness to wealth. Despite facing learning disabilities, health challenges, and a broken home, Michael persevered.

At a young age, inspired by the movie “Rocky,” Michael decided to become strong and healthy. He pursued his passion for acting and stand-up comedy, performing at renowned venues like the Comedy Store and Laugh Factory.

Throughout his journey, Michael Stein’s story serves as inspiration for those who may feel out of place or underestimated. He emphasizes the value of resilience and the pursuit of passions, ultimately finding success and making a positive impact on others.

In this episode, Michael shared about:

• How he started his Nightclub promoting career.
• How he produced his first movie, “The Scene,” and some stories about the making of the film and the challenges he faced as a first-time filmmaker.
• How he was able to get big stars to act in his short movies while he was starting his movie-producing career. He shared some tips and tricks that he used to attract talent, as well as some of the challenges he faced along the way. His insights provided valuable lessons for aspiring filmmakers who want to attract A-list talent to their projects.