In this high-energy episode of Raw + Rising, Joshua sits down with Method Fitness founders Danny Keenan and Christian Hopper-two performers-turned-trainers reshaping what fitness means for artists. Forget six-pack abs and protein powder: this is about reclaiming strength, rebuilding confidence, and building sustainable careers in chaotic, body-demanding industries. From Broadway gigs to last-minute auditions and mental health spirals, this convo hits on what it actually takes to stay in the game-without losing yourself in the process.

We go deep on burnout, identity, the trap of aesthetic obsession, and how training can (and should) be tailored to an actor’s life-not the other way around. Whether you’re working eight shows a week or just trying to survive your side job, this episode is a love letter to your future self-the one that isn’t exhausted, overextended, or disconnected from their body. Method isn’t just a name-it’s a mindset.

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https://www.instagram.com/christian_hopper/

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“CREATIVE RISK”, is a new podcast hosted by actors Joshua Morgan and Mike Labbadia of Artist’s Strategy where they explore all things art, entrepreneurialism and everything in between. The acting industry is more volatile and competitive than ever before, therefore the artist must evolve in order to take radical ownership over their creative businesses. Each episode, Mike and Joshua will get raw and unfiltered, giving hot takes and cutting edge strategies on how to build a sustainable career in the arts.