Why John Catucci Quit Comedy to Host Food Networks You Gotta Eat Here Youll Never Make It 2025-07-23 | What’s it really like to host a hit food show, tour with Just For Laughs, and leave your stable job to chase comedy full-time? 🎤🍕 In this episode of You’ll Never Make It, hosts Joseph and Ross welcome Canadian comedian and television host John Catucci. Known for You Gotta Eat Here! and Big Food Bucket List, John takes us back to his early days in comedy as one half of The Doo Wops and shares how his Italian heritage, comedy roots, and love for food collided to shape his unique career. From stages in Montreal to small-town diners across Canada, John's journey is inspiring.John opens up about leaving a stable job at Citytv to pursue comedy full-time and touring with Just For Laughs. He also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at filming food shows — from tight travel schedules and long shooting days to the joy (and stress) of working with passionate restaurant owners. His story is good insight into the real hustle of being a working entertainer in Canada.The conversation also dives into the impact of the pandemic on the entertainment and restaurant industries, the importance of arts education, and the evolving Canadian media landscape. John reflects on the meaning of “making it,” and why empathy, music, and laughter have always been at the heart of his work. Whether you’re a comedy nerd, food lover, or aspiring creative, this episode is full of honesty, nostalgia, and inspiration.Follow Joseph:http://youtube.com/josephdebenedictisinstagram.com/joseph_videohttp://www.tiktok.com/@josephdebenedictisFollow Ross:instagram.com/rhcitrulloinstagram.com/RHCMusicTOinstagram.com/thecommonersto
How One Viral Video Changed Everything for Joel Cassady from Walk Off The Earth Youll Never Make It 2025-10-14 | In this episode of You’ll Never Make It, we sit down with Joel Cassady, drummer for Walk Off the Earth — the band that broke the internet with their “5 people, 1 guitar” cover of Somebody That I Used to Know on YouTube.Joel takes us back to the early YouTube days — from taping iPhones to hockey sticks to suddenly waking up on the front page of Reddit and realizing life was about to completely change. We talk about how the band turned a viral moment into a 15-year career, the crazy behind-the-scenes stories, and his newest project, MIRA— an AI-powered app that helps musicians learn and create in totally new ways that could change the music industry.Follow Joel: instagram.com/joelcassadyFollow Joseph:http://youtube.com/josephdebenedictisinstagram.com/joseph_videohttp://www.tiktok.com/@josephdebenedictisFollow Ross:instagram.com/rhcitrulloinstagram.com/RHCMusicTOinstagram.com/thecommonersto
Why Wes Barker is the top Comedy-Magician in Canada Youll Never Make It 2025-03-24 | @WesBarker had one big goal, to have his own TV show. It happened, now what? In this episode, we talk to Wes about when he decided to quit his job to be a comedy-magician. He shares insights about combining comedy with magic to create unique content for live audiences, and in videos on youtube. The conversation explores how success in canada's entertainment landscape can help you leap frog others in the US.We dive into Wes’s journey—his early viral success, his experience on America’s Got Talent, Ellen, fooling Penn & Teller and what it really takes to make it in entertainment. Plus, we talk about the power of content creation, the struggle of balancing creative pursuits, and the weird little advantage of being Canadian in showbiz.If you're chasing a dream (or just love a good behind-the-scenes story), this one’s for you! You'll Never Make It - Episode 4Follow Joseph:http://youtube.com/josephdebenedictisinstagram.com/joseph_videohttp://www.tiktok.com/@josephdebenedictisFollow Ross:instagram.com/rhcitrulloinstagram.com/RHCMusicTOinstagram.com/thecommonersto
Why Oscar nominee Nelson Ferreira had Imposter Syndrome | Youll Never Make it Episode 3 Youll Never Make It 2025-01-29 | Oscar winning sound editor Nelson Ferreira talks to Ross and Joseph about losing the Oscar in sound editing for the film The Shape of Water but then the film winning best picture an hour later. He discusses working with director Guillermo del Toro, the highs and lows of his career, and the dedication it takes to rebuild success after setbacks. Nelson has been in the game for years with his first major project working with Darren Aronofsky on Requiem for a Dream. They dive into the importance of passion and persistence in a creative career.Joseph and Ross also share their personal experiences navigating the video and music industry. Ross recounts a chaotic but rewarding show his band played in Poland. Despite technical issues and a language barrier, their preparation and teamwork resulted in a memorable performance. Joseph talks about his attempts to get a TV show made.Follow Joseph:http://youtube.com/josephdebenedictisinstagram.com/joseph_videohttp://www.tiktok.com/@josephdebenedictisFollow Ross:instagram.com/rhcitrulloinstagram.com/RHCMusicTOinstagram.com/thecommonersto
Steve Dangle lost $10,000 when Leafs lost Round 1 of Playoffs Youll Never Make It 2024-10-21 | They just had to win 1 more game 😅. @SteveDangle is the first ever guest on our new podcast episode! Listen or watch now: youtu.be/m2TUC2ZynZISteve has said “i’ve made it” to himself so many times. In this episode of You’ll Never Make It, me and Ross Hayes Citrullo sit down with renowned Canadian sports podcaster, YouTuber, and our friend Steve Dangle. The 3 of us went to University together and have all made strides in the industry. Steve reflects on his journey to becoming one of the country’s most prominent voices in hockey, discussing how he started in his bedroom and opens up about his departure from Sportsnet and the struggles of running his own content network. We also talk about how hard it is to write a book, since Steve’s 2nd book “Hockey Rants and Raves” just hit the shelves! It was an incredibly enjoyable and enlightening talk. Listen or watch on all platforms now!
Why Steve Dangle Quit Sportsnet | Youll Never Make it Episode 2 Youll Never Make It 2024-10-15 | @SteveDangle has said "i've made it" to himself so many times. In this episode of You'll Never Make It, Joseph and Ross sit down with renowned Canadian sports podcaster, YouTuber, and their friend Steve Dangle. The 3 of them went to University together and have all made strides in the industry. Steve reflects on his journey to becoming one of the country's most prominent voices in hockey, discussing how he started in his bedroom and has continued to build his platform through persistence and adapting to changing definitions of success. He shares personal struggles about setbacks, including being laid off, and opens up about leaving Sportsnet to create his own content network.The conversation explores broader themes of achieving success in creative fields. Ross, reflects on a recent tour in the UK where his band played for thousands but acknowledges that there are still larger goals to pursue. Both hosts talk about how their respective paths to success are filled with milestones that look impressive from the outside but still leave them striving for more. They agree that even when it seems like you've made it, the ultimate goal keeps shifting.Follow Joseph:http://youtube.com/josephdebenedictisinstagram.com/joseph_videohttp://www.tiktok.com/@josephdebenedictisFollow Ross:instagram.com/rhcitrulloinstagram.com/RHCMusicTOinstagram.com/thecommonersto00:00 Intro1:00 Joseph and Ross update on making it to their goals13:37 Steve Dangle joins19:42 Podcast Network inception27:00 Working at Sportsnet33:15 Starting YouTube & School43:00 Working at Leafs TV, Leafs space, CBC, KHL56:04 Live Streaming games at Sportsnet1:01:13 Leaving Sportsnet1:14:00 How to find success on YouTube1:22:00 Why he does this job1:28:17 New book, chasing success of first book
NFL owners changed life of employee with this one decision Youll Never Make It 2024-08-16 | I almost quit 😬. I had just moved to Buffalo to work on the Buffalo Sabres documentary series, and a few months later the owners changed everything. Fortunately, it turned out to be an incredible opportunity to work on video projects with some amazing people. The Pegula's created Pegula Sports and Entertainment, bought the Buffalo Bills, and allowed me to work on all sorts of fun video projects. Not to mention working with Kelsea Ballerini on her path to being a huge country music star!Listen to the podcast: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEcYfJqmqWWYW8zHyj6HsMiXXk2tYgAp9&si=zxW8yqY1xjKSZBIG Introducing our new Podcast, “You’ll Never Make It” co-hosted by Emmy winner Joseph DeBenedictis, and JUNO nominated music producer, musician, Ross Hayes Citrullo“You’ll Never Make It” are 4 words you’ll hear from people, and often from yourself. Making it in the music, video or entertainment industry is tough, especially when you have big dreams to accomplish. The odds are against you, and knowing that might make you give up, or worse, never try.We’ve faced these challenges throughout our careers, and pretty much every day still. From self-doubt to doubters - - it’s hard to keep moving forward. Our podcast sheds some light on these struggles, from two people who are mid-career with massive goals in mind.Episode 1 available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and the rest.
4 Words to NEVER Live By....(Youll Never Make it Podcast Trailer) Youll Never Make It 2024-08-08 | In the music and video industries, we often hear the phrase "You'll Never Make It" — sometimes from others, but most frequently from ourselves. Making it big is tough, the odds seem against you, and knowing this can lead many to give up without even trying.Join hosts Ross and Joseph as they share candid conversations, personal stories, and insightful interviews with Music, TV, and creative industry professionals who are all united by a common goal: the relentless pursuit of their dreams.Listen here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEcYfJqmqWWYW8zHyj6HsMiXXk2tYgAp9&si=zxW8yqY1xjKSZBIG Throughout our careers, we've faced numerous challenges, and continue to do so daily. With this podcast, we aim to share our struggles and experiences as we pursue our biggest goals. We're also eager to bring on guests who can share their journeys and insights.A major theme we discuss is the importance of taking action on your ideas. It's easy to get bogged down in the details, but remember: "You'll Never Make It" if you don't take that first step.
Surviving the Video and Music Industry | Youll Never Make It Ep. 1 Youll Never Make It 2024-08-07 | In this first episode, hosts Ross Hayes Citrullo and Joseph DeBenedictis kick off their podcast, sharing their experiences in the entertainment industry. They talk about being mid-career and how they're still chasing big dreams. Ross, a music producer and lead guitarist in The Commoners, wants to create a worldwide hit, while Joseph, an Emmy winning video producer, editor and social video content creator, aims to have his own TV show. Their chat is all about the ongoing pursuit of these goals and the determination needed to make it.Follow Joseph:http://youtube.com/josephdebenedictisinstagram.com/joseph_videohttp://www.tiktok.com/@josephdebenedictisFollow Ross:instagram.com/rhcitrulloinstagram.com/RHCMusicTOinstagram.com/thecommonerstoRoss and Joseph share their backstories, talking about how childhood passions turned into their current careers. Joseph reminisces about making videos with his dad's old camera, which eventually led him to work in video production for the CFL and Buffalo Bills. Ross talks about his journey in the music world and his goal to produce a hit song. They highlight the importance of constantly creating and pushing forward, no matter the challenges, and the thrill of achieving new milestones.Throughout the episode, Ross and Joseph emphasize the need for perseverance and being open to unexpected career paths. They aim to inspire listeners by sharing their own stories and offering a realistic look at working in entertainment. The podcast is meant to encourage those just starting out or those still trying to break through, letting them know they're not alone and motivating them to keep chasing their dreams.
