How Famous People Got Their Start

www.ozy.com [OZY]( [OZY]() Your World. Bold & Bright Sponsored by [Cariuma]( Leisurely reads. Quirky tips. Meet your weekend BFF with the lowdown on the coolest art, culture, food, travel, TV shows, music and more. Feb 11, 2023 Today How did some of the world’s influential artists, innovators, athletes and leaders get their feet in the door? In these episodes of The Carlos Watson Show, iconic individuals recount their most difficult, dramatic and serendipitous turning points along the pathway to success. [OZY’s Pick For Spring Kicks]( [Cariuma]( We don’t know about you, but we’re over these winter blues. And…we have just the thing. Meet the OCA Low, by the cool, sustainable sneaker brand, [Cariuma](. Good news, they just cleared a 77k+ person waitlist- right in time for spring! With a comfort-first feel and dozens of colors to choose from, it’s no wonder they’re loved by celebs, skaters, and surfers (and even the OZY Tribe!). Exclusive to OZY readers: Get 15% off your pair of Cariumas with code [OZYFEB](, before they sell out again! [SHOP NOW]( Mark Cuban’s First Sales Job Mark Cuban — the star of Shark Tank and owner of the Dallas Mavericks — has been hustling since he was a child. The famed entrepreneur talks about his passion for basketball, learning from his mistakes and his unexpected start at age 12 selling a common household product door to door. [Watch Now]( [A Special Offer For The OZY Family]( [Cariuma]( Look good while doing good with the cool sustainable sneaker brand, [Cariuma](. With over 20 thousand 5-star reviews and a waitlist that’s just cleared 77k, they’re not only a cult-favorite but have made OZY’s must-have closet staples for years now. Best of all, we’ve gotten OZY readers an exclusive code for 15% off. Use code [OZYFEB]( at checkout. [SHOP NOW]( Two ‘Funny-Looking’ Singers and Tommy Mottola You can thank music industry legend Tommy Mottola for the likes of Diana Ross, Bruce Springsteen, Michael Jackson, Shakira and Mariah Carey. Mottola opens up about his astonishing career, including how “two funny-looking guys” in “crazy-looking clothes” walked into his office one day and changed his life. [Watch Now]( Baker Mayfield’s Massive Bet on Himself NFL quarterback Baker Mayfield is known for his wild moves both on and off the field. But behind all that ego is a tremendous underdog story, including a bold move that the young player took just out of high school to launch his career. [Watch Now]( Topher Grace’s Unorthodox Path At first glance, many of the actors cast for hit TV comedy That ‘70s Show were misfits, including Ashton Kutcher and Laura Prepon who “had never acted” before. Topher Grace, who went on to become one of the show’s breakout stars, was another curious choice — he also had limited acting experience. Grace’s story of stardom begins with a sports injury and a serendipitous encounter with a set designer. [Watch Now]( NOW STREAMING FROM OZY STUDIO ABOUT OZY OZY is a diverse, global and forward-looking media and entertainment company focused on “the New and the Next.” OZY creates space for fresh perspectives, and offers new takes on everything from news and culture to technology, business, learning and entertainment. [www.ozy.com]( / #OZY Curiosity. Enthusiasm. Action. That’s OZY! [TV]( | [PODCASTS]( | [NEWS]( | [FESTIVALS]( A Modern Media Company OZY Media, 800 West El Camino Mountain View, California 94040 This email was sent to {EMAIL} [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Read Online](