Delusional Resilience: Gabe Dunn on Pushing Forward Through Rejection and Reinvention

Mike "C-Roc" sits down with writer, director, and podcast host Gabe Dunn for a raw and honest conversation about resilience, creativity, and the challenges of working in entertainment. Gabe opens up about what they're truly made of—what they call "delusional resilience"—the ability to keep pushing forward despite rejection, failure, and public scrutiny. They discuss the importance of embracing imperfection, letting go of the fear of looking "cringe," and building a short-term memory for failures while holding onto the lessons learned. Gabe shares their journey from crime journalism to BuzzFeed stardom, and the harsh realities of television writing—where you can pour your soul into projects that never see the light of day. They also dive into their current project, a passion-driven film that Gabe wrote and is directing, fueled by crowdfunding and the desire to return to authentic, independent creation. This episode is a must-listen for creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone chasing a dream against the odds. Website-Gabesdunn.com Social Media Links/Handles-https://www.instagram.com/gabesdunn/?hl=en Youtube.com/justbetweenus