Afleveringen
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This week we sit down with Onella Schubert, an agriculture advocate and health and wellness enthusiast. While enjoying some craft beer, we dived into a discussion on honeybees, heritage farming, and becoming a nutritionist in BC. We also talk about the loss of local farmland and the future of food.
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This episode was recorded on April 18th 2024. -
This week we sit down with Dan Verbeek to discuss a wide range of topics. We touch on AI and the fears surrounding instant gratification as well as community and skill loss. We then discuss media, social experiments and tech. We end the conversation with Dan's experience as a teacher and what he has tried to instill in others to leave his version of a legacy.
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on March 18th 2024.
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This week we sit down with Harlan Havig, a community minded individual who works with the Mission Farmers Market as well as operates the Mission Makers Group. We dive into Harlan's life experience after a stroke, as well as his faith journey as a Jehovah's Witness. We discuss community development, local issues around plants and trees, AI tools, audiobooks, neuroscience, and the passion behind Harlan's community involvement.
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on March 15th 2024.
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This week we sit down with Connie Hackett, an advocate for local tourism and a social media influencer. We have an incredible conversation regarding Abbotsford and its history, arts, culture, and tourism. Connie shares her passion for local community as well as some wild experiences spanning from Janes Walks to Disneyland. We wrap up with some insight into her journey with social media and how Connie navigates the ups and downs, the value it brings, and some helpful advice for others.
You can find Connie on instagram or Tiktok @constancelh
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This episode was recorded on March 11th 2024. -
This week we sit down with Hala and Kayla, two friends with some very interesting stories. We dive into Hala's origins in Dubai and how she plans to make a name for herself, as well as Kayla's greatest achievements and some snacky anecdotes. We focus on social media, behavioral sciences, and the meaning of friendship.
Feel free to also listen in to episode #57 with Kayla Brouwer.
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This episode was recorded on March 5th 2024. -
This week we sit down with Jerome Carretas, a personal trainer at OPEX Fitness and Wellness in Abbotsford. We discuss fitness, training, and what healthy really means. We chat about jiujitsu, determination, discipline and professional Kizomba dancing.
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on November 27th 2023
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This week we sit down with Daryl Rolleman, a regular on the show and someone with unique perspectives on life. We dive into a lengthy discussion on dentistry, parenting and babies, and then Daryl opens up about his past and how it changed him for the better. We touch on the evolution of AI and media, our love of audiobooks, and finish up with a conversation about pushing ourselves to be more disciplined in our daily lives.
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on February 22nd 2024
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This week we sit down with Tiani Foster, a local actor and community enthusiast. We discuss her love of theatre and past experiences on stage, growing up with a huge family, recreational therapy, poetry, her work with Jesters Theatre, and Tiani's experience with Diabetes.
For more information on Jesters Theatre visit Jesters.ca
November is Diabetes awareness month, please take this opportunity to learn more about this issue that effects over 5.7 million Canadians.
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This episode was recorded on November 15th 2023 -
This week we sit down with popular local author and writer Rylo Kinn, famous for his dark fantasy novel "Drakonia: The Dragon's Flute" which is the first in an ongoing saga. We discuss his experiences and the impact writing has had on his life. We also dive into imposter syndrome, navigating social media, and how the book came to be.
Drakonia: The Dragon's Flute is available at Chapters, Coles, and Indigo including Seven oaks mall and on Amazon and Kindle.
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This episode was recorded on November 20th 2023 -
This week we sit down with Maja Hampson, a conservation biologist and local author, to discuss her journey as a biologist working to protect our endangered BC species as well as her experience as a writer, her process, and what drives her to create.
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.
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This episode was recorded on November 13th 2023 -
This week we sit down with teacher and entrepreneur Dereck Dirom, the creator of Makerspace and Gearbots in the Fraser Valley. Gearbots is a program designed for kids to embrace their inner innovator and promote applied and hands-on learning.
You can find out more at gearbots.org or @gearbots on Instagram
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on November 6th 2023
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this week we sit down with Jade Lehti, a local entrepreneur and professional event coordinator who owns and operates Solar Plexed Productions and the Grand Hall in Chilliwack, a new community event space. We discuss her history in event coordinating, her journey getting the Grand Hall set up, and her next steps.
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.
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This episode was recorded on November 1st 2023 -
This week we sit down with local author L.T. James to discuss writing, her process, how she wrote and published her own book of short stories, and what comes next. We also dive into a discussion on her various supernatural experiences and how they played a role in her writing.
Twisted Tales from the Dark Side: The Devil's Playground is currently available on Amazon and Kindle.If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on October 30th 2023
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This week we sit down with Darien Johnsen, the creator of the popular local Zapta zine. We begin with a discussion on media, TV, and jumping the shark which slowly shifts into her podcast experience with "Stories of Resiliency" on CIVL Radio. We then dive into a discussion on Darien's work counteracting racism in the Fraser Valley through many avenues. We dive into how Zapta magazine was created and the ideas behind it and how it brings together community in a unique way.
To find out more check out @zaptazine on Instagram or find it on issuu.com under Zaptazine
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This episode was recorded on October 16th 2023 -
This week we sit down with entrepreneur, Marketing expert, and founder of Elementa Apparel, Erick Rodriguez. We discuss how the company took shape, the revolutionary use of Bamboo Silk in the product, and the manufacturing process. We also delve into Erick's appearance on Shark Tank Mexico and the preparation and challenges this experience brought. We also touch on advertising, marketing, and the ethical responsibility that comes with operating a successful e-commerce clothing line as well as what the future holds for Elementa.
You can find out more by following @Elementa on Instagram or by visiting their website elementa.mx
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This episode was recorded on October 9th 2023 -
This week we sit down with Ryan McClary, the genius behind McClary's Rock 'N' Roll Apparel. We dive into how music brings us together, Ryan's background growing up in the Valley, and a few of our favorite conspiracies. We touch on the education system then delve into Ryan's background as a farm kid and how success and failure has framed his life and where he is now. We touch on human morality and the shopping cart theory, discuss our reading preferences, and end things with some wild ghost stories and the future of Music Heals and McClary Apparel.
You can find out more by looking up @musicheals_ca and @mclaryapparel on Instagram
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This episode was recorded on September 12th 2023 -
This week we sit down with Eve Pohl, the founder of Hope for Korah, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering and improving the lives of vulnerable children and families living near the trash dump in Korah, Ethiopia. We discuss the beginnings of the organization and how it has grown exponentially since its inception and the reasons behind that. We also take a deep dive into the stories and people who's lives have been impacted through the incredible work that is going on overseas. We wrap up with a highlight on the upcoming event "Evening for Korah" an annual fundraising event to raise funds necessary to affect change in the lives of vulnerable ethiopians.
If you want to know more or would like to donate or help in any way check out @hopeforkorah on Instagram or visit their website hopeforkorah.org
If you have any questions or comments you can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.We are available on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.This episode was recorded on September 18th 2023
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This week we are joined by Kayla Brouwer as we discuss all manner of topics including cruises, Canada, and our extensive lack of sports knowledge. We then delve into Kayla's work as a community support worker and the lesser known struggles of those with disabilities. Everything from broken curbs to bus stops we discuss the issues around the Fraser Valley as well as what drove her into this field of work and the passion that comes along with it.
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This episode was recorded on September 7th 2023 -
This week we sit down with Veda McDonald to discuss some hot topics in media lately and enjoy some delicious drinks from our local store Mr. Menchies. As we sip on Hatch Chile and Lime soda we dive into a conversation on MSG, pirates, kids on bikes, and Disney on ice. We then touch on twilight, nostalgia, hot rod, raisin bran, effects of sugars and dyes, and reincarnation. We end the discussion with a journey into death, grief and marriage.
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This episode was recorded on August 21st 2023 -
This week we sit down with Kellyn the creative mind behind The Local Crypt and team member at Common Room Music. We discuss a number of topics including vaporwave music, controversial horror films, the Dahmer series, and where our deep-seated fear of clowns stems from. Kellyn speaks at length about ethical storytelling and the role it plays in modern media as well as the intrinsic value of horror in society. We end with a discussion on how to navigate controversial authors and works and how to pull the lessons from everything around us.
You can find out more at @thelocalcrypt on Instagram.
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This episode was recorded on July 10th 2023 - Laat meer zien
