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Die Broke, Live Fully with Hillary Gordon
Season 2, Ep. 36
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What if success isn’t measured by how much money you accumulate… but by how fully you experience your life?
In this episode of Chasing Joy, we sit down with Hillary Gordon, Director of Marketing for Southern California’s independent radio station 88.5 The SoCal Sound. Hillary has spent years building a career in the creative and unpredictable world of radio and music media, a path that often rewards curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to take risks.
Rather than following a conventional roadmap toward stability and financial security, Hillary has consistently chosen opportunities that offered creativity, connection, and meaningful experiences. Her approach reflects a different philosophy of success… one centered on living a life rich in stories rather than possessions.
Throughout the conversation, we explore what it means to pursue a creative career, why passion and curiosity often matter more than certainty, and how stepping outside the safe path can open doors to unexpected growth. Hillary shares insights from her journey through the radio industry, along with the lessons she has learned about risk, creativity, and building a life aligned with your values.
This episode also reflects on a powerful idea that guides Hillary’s outlook on life. Instead of striving to leave the world with the largest bank account possible, she hopes to leave it having fully spent her time on experiences that mattered.
If you have ever questioned the traditional definition of success, or wondered whether there is a more meaningful way to build a life and career, this conversation offers thoughtful perspective and encouragement to keep chasing curiosity, creativity, and joy.
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