Straight Outta Compression

Straight Outta Compression

You deserve to share your story with confidence.

I'm Elijah, a creative who struggles to adult on the daily, armed with 20 years of experience in radio and podcasting.

Think of me as your podcast sidekick with golden retriever energy and a side of unhinged flair. I’m boiling down all my biggest lessons and "a-ha" moments into quick episodes (under 10 minutes) designed to give you the courage and clarity you need.

Let's create compelling content, find your voice, and have the best time doing it together.

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Amplify your creative voice. One Story at a Time. This is Straight Out Of (Out'A) Compression.

Sept. 23, 2025

Disgusting Socks & Beachside Seances

A formal introduction to my non-linear brain, served via a story about a first date that went gloriously and disgustingly wrong. It involves a questionable romantic gesture, some kids trying to do a seance, and the profound realization that our weirdness is our greatest strength.

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Sept. 24, 2025

Kicking Down the Door on Your Creative Fear

A humiliating childhood experience with a bully could have been the end of the story, defining a life by fear and silence. Instead, it became the unexpected origin story for fighting the modern-day villain of imposter syndrome, proving that our deepest vulnerabilities can become our greatest creati…

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Sept. 24, 2025

The Great Podcast Lie

Before you follow the gurus telling you to start a podcast, consider who that advice really serves. This is your permission slip to ignore the hype and discover a smarter way to build your brand and share your story without the burnout.

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Sept. 25, 2025

What is a Culture Enhancer?

Based on an aha moment with a friend, this episode explores what it means to be a ”culture enhancer.” Otherwise known as an out-of-box thinker who helps a business rediscover its original ”five-year-old magic”.

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Sept. 26, 2025

Two sweet books and a microphone

This episode is about excellent reads that teach you how to overcome obstacles and finally get out of your own damn head. Elijah shares how these lessons are his own ”secret sauce” for finding courage, reminding everyone that this is a journey where we can all have each other’s back.

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Oct. 16, 2025

Easy Framework for Effortless Storytelling

Ken Marshall, founder of meetsona.ai, shares his 3-pillar framework for dope storytelling.

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