Today’s episode is with sneaker designer and tech entrepreneur Jason Mayden. Jason is the founder of Super Heroic, a footwear brand empowering children to be their own heroes. He’s also the CEO of Trilicon Valley– a modern design collective made up of entrepreneurs, designers, athletes, and all-around creatives. You may recognize him from his time spent at Nike in their digital sports division serving as the senior global design director as well as the director of innovation. During his tenure, he designed  iconic footwear for athletes and cultural icons such as Carmelo Anthony, Chris Paul, Russell Westbrook, and living legend Michael Jordan.In today's episode, Jason shares how unquenchable desire and focus set the foundation for pursuing his various ambitions. He reminds us about the power of transmuting our own painful experiences, using them as fuel to manifest our dreams and desires. We also discuss why holding your inner child close is important to the overall well-being of your big adult self. Things mentionedDC Comics Dr. Lucius FoxTrillicon ValleyJason’s SUPER HEROIC collection CointelproWhat to listen toJay-Z - Show You How John Coltrane - A Love Supreme, Pt I (Acknowledgment)YoYo Get Funky - Fast EddieWho to followFollow Jason Mayden on IG @jasonmaydenLearn more about Trilicon Valley on IG @trilliconvalleyThis conversation was recorded on August 4th, 2022.Host Dario Calmese Producer: Coniqua Johnson Visual Art Direction and Designs: River Wildmen, Adam Selah, Will DomingueDirector of Digital Content: Vicky GarciaBookings: K.T. ThompsonOriginal Music composed by Adam RadiceAudio Edited by Adam RadiceVisit us at blackimagination.com Watch this and other episodes on YouTube at