Greg Stidolph's Home Truths
Everyone, this is Greg. Why ask him for his Home Truths?
Cos he founded Van Loon Sport - a brand behind some of the coolest mountain wear out there.
1. The song to put a smile on your face…
Two Shoes - Cat Empire. I haven’t yet been able to listen without cracking a smile.
“And my mouth it's got a great big smile
That shows some great big teeth,
To friends it brings a happiness
And to enemies it brings defeat.”
2. You can only watch one film for the next three months… What is it?
3. The TV series you want everyone to watch:
Master of None - a comedic narrative set in New York, written by Aziz Ansari. There are only 2 seasons - and they could almost be completely separate shows - but they’re smartly written, lightly delivered and filmed beautifully. You’ll barely notice it on Netflix but it’s something I’m really glad I found. Also Westworld Season 1.
4. The book you most recommend to people:
Factfulness by Hans Rosling. Nothing has changed my entire world perspective so quickly or profoundly. Humankind has made some pretty incredible progress over the last couple decades, even if we don’t see it in the news. And the developing world is going to totally eclipse the developed world we know, albeit maybe a touch later after COVID setbacks.
5. The subject you’ve put off exploring that’s now top of your to-do list:
Deep answer but, myself. I’ve always made myself busy working towards ‘important’ professional goals. It’s been cool to step back and reflect for the first time in a while. Think I’ll make some different decisions as a result.
6. The wild card you wish more people knew about…
Couldn’t pick one, here are five: Personal style. Scented candles. Ritalin. Kanye West. Breakfast for dinner.
7. We’re allowed dinner parties again… What are you cooking?
Cereal.
8. Everything’s back open. What’s the first coffee shop, restaurant or pub you’re visiting?
My mate Rob’s house. His mum bakes incredible brownies.
P.S. What you know now, that you wish you knew then…
We can all afford to take a beat sometimes, everything will be ok.
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