Nick Allard: How Unusual Encounters Led Him To Uncovering War Stories In Ukraine & Create "Dima"

<div>In this week's Team Never Quit Podcast, Marcus engages in a gripping conversation with Nick Allard, whose life took an unexpected turn at the onset of the Ukrainian war. Nick's seemingly ordinary life in Austin, Texas, was disrupted by two extraordinary events that ignited a profound shift in his perspective. Motivated by a newfound sense of purpose, Nick made a spontaneous decision to travel to Ukraine just weeks later, driven by a desire to amplify the untold stories of those affected by the conflict.<br> The podcast delves into the transformative experiences that shook Nick to his core and convinced him of a greater calling. While in Ukraine, Nick encountered a man whose life had been shattered by the ravages of war. This encounter inspired Nick to create a powerful film titled "Dima." The film vividly captures the horrors endured by its protagonist along the perilous journey, providing a poignant glimpse into the human cost of the conflict.<br> <br> <strong>Kickstarter:</strong><br> <em> - <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/nickallard/dima-0">https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/nickallard/dima-0</a><br> <br> </em><strong>Socials:</strong><br> <em>- IG: iamnickallard<br> <br> </em><br> <strong>In this episode you will hear:<br> </strong>• Athletics was always king for me when I was growing up. (7:00)<br> • I was a kid obsessing on war movies, and as I got older, I transformed into an athlete type, and once that ended, I transitioned back to what I’m doing now. It’s come full circle. (7:16)<br> • That communal feeling was more important than anything growing up as a kid. (8:11)<br> • [One night] I was knocking out emails on my computer, and all of a sudden I hear a knock on my door. There’s a voice mumbling “Please open the door” and there’s a woman with zip ties firm behind her back and she said that three guys had tried to rape her. (14:34) <br> • When things like that happen, I have to find ways to put meaning to it. Otherwise it’s just a thing that happens. (20:22)<br> • [Marcus] If one thi