Chase Jarvis | "I Spent $1,000,000 on an Abandoned Ghost Town" | CJL Podcast @ChaseJarvis | Uploaded March 2024 | Updated October 2024, 1 day ago.
In this episode, Brent Underwood shares his extraordinary journey of purchasing and living in a ghost town. Brent, the owner of Cerro Gordo, a historic silver mine, has committed himself to a life less ordinary, trading his comfortable existence in Austin for the challenging but fulfilling task of bringing a dead town back to life. During our conversation, Brent opens up about his motivations, the challenges he has faced, and the lessons he's learned along the way.
Some highlights we explore:
- Brent's decision to purchase Cerro Gordo and his initial expectations for life in a ghost town.
- The challenges of living in an isolated location, and how Brent has adapted to his new circumstances.
- The importance of finding a creative outlet and pursuing a life that is genuinely fulfilling.
- Brent's reflections on the history and legacy of Cerro Gordo, and his hopes for its future.
- The role that community and mentorship have played in Brent's journey.
Enjoy!
00:00 The Quest for a Creative Outlet and Life's Purpose
00:56 An Unusual Interview Location: 900 Feet Underground
02:06 Reviving a Ghost Town: A Bold and Creative Endeavor
03:18 The Journey from Digital Marketing to Ghost Town Revival
09:53 The Challenges and Rewards of Living in a Remote Ghost Town
16:21 The Creative Process and Projects in Cerro Gordo
24:15 Finding Inspiration and Purpose in the Depths of a Mine
28:29 The Dream and Its Support System
28:53 The Reality of Living the Dream
29:22 Community Engagement and Volunteerism
33:37 The Challenges of Isolation and Hardship
37:38 Balancing Dreams with Practicality
40:28 The Vision for the Future
42:58 Storytelling and Personal Connection
46:00 Ghosts and Unforeseen Challenges
51:09 Looking Ahead: The Journey Continues
ABOUT BRENT UNDERWOOD:
Brent Underwood is the owner of Cerro Gordo, an original boomtown silver mine, established in 1865. Brent currently lives on a mountain above Death Valley with no running water, seven cats, six goats, and at least one ghost.
ABOUT GHOST TOWN LIVING:
Brent Underwood's book, "Ghost Town Living," is about his unique journey of moving to Cerro Gordo, a desolate ghost town perched high above Death Valley. The town, once the largest silver mine in California, has a rich history but fell into abandonment. Underwood took up the challenge of reviving this town and making it his home. The book narrates his experiences with fires, floods, earthquakes, and even fame. It serves as a call to action to seek adventure, build something original, redefine work, and embrace the unknown. The story is as much about the town's revival as it is about Underwood's personal growth and the lessons he learned about self-sufficiency and problem-solving.
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Chase Jarvis is well known as a visionary photographer, fine artist and entrepreneur. Chase is cited as one of the most influential photographers of the past decade. As an entrepreneur, Chase created Best Camera - the world's first mobile photo app to share images direct to social networks - sparking the global photo sharing craze. He is currently the founder & CEO of CreativeLive, the world's largest live-streaming online education company, having delivered more than a billion minutes of free live education worldwide.
In this episode, Brent Underwood shares his extraordinary journey of purchasing and living in a ghost town. Brent, the owner of Cerro Gordo, a historic silver mine, has committed himself to a life less ordinary, trading his comfortable existence in Austin for the challenging but fulfilling task of bringing a dead town back to life. During our conversation, Brent opens up about his motivations, the challenges he has faced, and the lessons he's learned along the way.
Some highlights we explore:
- Brent's decision to purchase Cerro Gordo and his initial expectations for life in a ghost town.
- The challenges of living in an isolated location, and how Brent has adapted to his new circumstances.
- The importance of finding a creative outlet and pursuing a life that is genuinely fulfilling.
- Brent's reflections on the history and legacy of Cerro Gordo, and his hopes for its future.
- The role that community and mentorship have played in Brent's journey.
Enjoy!
00:00 The Quest for a Creative Outlet and Life's Purpose
00:56 An Unusual Interview Location: 900 Feet Underground
02:06 Reviving a Ghost Town: A Bold and Creative Endeavor
03:18 The Journey from Digital Marketing to Ghost Town Revival
09:53 The Challenges and Rewards of Living in a Remote Ghost Town
16:21 The Creative Process and Projects in Cerro Gordo
24:15 Finding Inspiration and Purpose in the Depths of a Mine
28:29 The Dream and Its Support System
28:53 The Reality of Living the Dream
29:22 Community Engagement and Volunteerism
33:37 The Challenges of Isolation and Hardship
37:38 Balancing Dreams with Practicality
40:28 The Vision for the Future
42:58 Storytelling and Personal Connection
46:00 Ghosts and Unforeseen Challenges
51:09 Looking Ahead: The Journey Continues
ABOUT BRENT UNDERWOOD:
Brent Underwood is the owner of Cerro Gordo, an original boomtown silver mine, established in 1865. Brent currently lives on a mountain above Death Valley with no running water, seven cats, six goats, and at least one ghost.
ABOUT GHOST TOWN LIVING:
Brent Underwood's book, "Ghost Town Living," is about his unique journey of moving to Cerro Gordo, a desolate ghost town perched high above Death Valley. The town, once the largest silver mine in California, has a rich history but fell into abandonment. Underwood took up the challenge of reviving this town and making it his home. The book narrates his experiences with fires, floods, earthquakes, and even fame. It serves as a call to action to seek adventure, build something original, redefine work, and embrace the unknown. The story is as much about the town's revival as it is about Underwood's personal growth and the lessons he learned about self-sufficiency and problem-solving.
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Chase Jarvis is well known as a visionary photographer, fine artist and entrepreneur. Chase is cited as one of the most influential photographers of the past decade. As an entrepreneur, Chase created Best Camera - the world's first mobile photo app to share images direct to social networks - sparking the global photo sharing craze. He is currently the founder & CEO of CreativeLive, the world's largest live-streaming online education company, having delivered more than a billion minutes of free live education worldwide.
