036 Shiloh Strong Founder Ashes To Films | Actor | Producer

By Greg Finch


Summary

In this inspiring interview, Shiloh Strong shares his transformative journey through personal health crises, the power of surfing as a source of resilience, and the impactful work of Ashes to Films, a nonprofit supporting creatives affected by disasters. Discover how storytelling, community, and creative healing can turn trauma into hope.

Keywords

Resilience, Surfing, Creative Healing, Ashes to Films, Personal Transformation, Disaster Recovery, Mental Health, Community Support, Filmmaking, Inspiration

Key Topics

  • Personal transformation through health crises
  • The role of surfing in mental resilience
  • The mission and impact of Ashes to Films

Guest Name

Shiloh Strong

Sound bites

“The Vanagon is almost the perfect vehicle.”

“The surgery was life-saving.”

“Reduce resistance, just go.”

Chapters

00:00 Surfing Memories and Personal Connections

01:39 The Significance of the Vanagon

03:38 Life Changes and Heart Surgery

03:39 Growing Up Between Two Landscapes

05:57 The Healing Power of Surfing

08:36 Transition to Santa Barbara and the Fire Incident

10:47 The Impact of Loss and Community Support

13:38 Introducing Ashes to Films

16:03 Creative Recovery Through Filmmaking

18:56 The Journey of Ashes to Films

21:48 Empowering Filmmakers Post-Fire

25:21 Evolving Perspectives on Time and Creativity

27:10 Finding Balance in Passion and Life

29:59 Reducing Resistance to Enjoy Life

33:15 Navigating Digital Distractions

36:37 Life-Altering Health Challenges

40:55 The Transformative Power of Daily Rituals

46:00 Redefining Success and Creativity

49:14 Building Resilience Through Creativity

55:46 Podcast Outro.mp4

Resources

Ashes to Films Website – https://ashestofilms.org

Tribeca Film Festival – https://tribecafilm.com

Writers Guild of America – https://www.wga.org

Director’s Guild of America – https://www.dga.org

Sundance Film Festival – https://www.sundance.org

Guest links

Website – https://shilohstrong.com

Twitter – https://twitter.com/shilohstrong

Instagram – https://instagram.com/shilohstrong

About Greg

Over the 25+ years Greg has been a coach a lot of things have changed in the fitness industry.

 
The one thing that has never changed for him is a pure drive and joy to help others Surf Strong For Life.


He is a husband, surfer, and coach, but mostly Dad.


He is much more enjoyable to be around after a good surf & finds writing in the third person hilarious.

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