Best Marcus Da Silva Podcasts (2024)

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Develop Your Voice In The World w/ Tiko Kerr 1:22:21

1M ago1:22:21

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Visual artist Tiko Kerr, lecturer, performer, set designer, art director, and activist is based in Vancouver, Canada. He’s been awarded numerous public commissions, written about extensively and has exhibited in respected galleries over the course of his 40-year career. His practice explores perception utilizing chance and improvisation in a multip…

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Introspective Learning & Hard Work w/ Brandon Tucker 2:00:15

3M ago2:00:15

2:00:15

I am joined once again by my friend, Brandon Tucker. He previously set the Guinness World Record for most pull ups in 24 hours and is the current record holder for Most Bar Muscle Ups in 24 hours. We discuss many topics in this podcast including: goal-setting, discipline, interacting with social media, and his new venture into CrossFit. Follow him …

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Founding the Renal Transplant Program w/ Dr. David Landsberg 1:14:14

4M ago1:14:14

1:14:14

Dr. Landsberg is the Medical Director of Renal Transplantation, and Physician Leader and Division Head for the St. Paul's Hospital Renal Program. He was the founder of the St. Paul's Hospital Renal Transplant program, and has been instrumental in its growth and development. He is clinically active in pre-transplant, post-transplant and in-hospital …

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Mapping The Enneagram w/ Amanda Clegg 1:58:07

5M ago1:58:07

1:58:07

Amanda is a Relationship Coach who helps teens, individuals, and couples create secure relationships within themselves and with each other. Her favourite - and most impactful - tool to use is the Enneagram, which deepens awareness, understanding, and compassion so that we all can continue to foster meaningful connections in our day to day lives, mo…

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Labour Laws & Sex Work w/ Stephanie Sia 1:34:39

5M ago1:34:39

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Steph Sia is a 33-year old creative based in Vancouver, Canada. She is a podcaster, YouTuber, hobby chef, world traveler, and an internationally-awarded pole dancer. Basically an all around creative person. In her spare time, Steph likes to host dinner parties, wine and dine, and is a competitive and professional pole dancer. Stripped by SIA is a w…

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Experience The Mind & Body w/ Jess St. John 1:03:56

6M ago1:03:56

1:03:56

Jess St. John is a competitive calisthenics athlete and coach whom I've had the pleasure of working with over the past several months. In this podcast we discuss: posting to social media, how the environment affects your perspective, journalling and meditation techniques, and using the Placebo Effect to your advantage. Follow Jess on Instagram @jes…

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Much More Music w/ Mathew Sloan 1:27:15

6M ago1:27:15

1:27:15

It is with great pleasure that I welcome back a good friend of mine to the podcast, Mathew Sloan. Mathew and I discuss a variety of topics including: the philosophy and psychology of music, the impact that music that has on the individual and the collective, dealing with haters, Mathew's personal approach to writing and performing music, and of cou…

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S.O.A.R. After Action Report 46:06

7M ago46:06

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This is the debrief of my time attending the Special Operations Association Reunion (SOAR) in Las Vegas, Nevada. On this podcast, I have been fortunate to speak to multiple members of MACV-SOG including: John Stryker Meyer, Roger Lockshier, Dale Hanson, and Jim Jones-Shorten. There are no words to describe my gratitude to have been invited to atten…

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Meteorites, ParaRescue, & Radiology w/ Jim Jones-Shorten [Part II] 1:50:57

7M ago1:50:57

1:50:57

We continue the conversation with Jim Shorten covering the incredible adventures that he has experienced throughout his life. We start where we left off from last episode - discussing MACV-SOG. Continuing on to discuss: One-Zero School, his time as a ParaRescue Jumper, including his time with NASA for the first three shuttle landings, his rescue in…

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A-Team & MACV-SOG w/ Jim Jones-Shorten [Part I] 1:28:04

7M ago1:28:04

1:28:04

Jim Shorten served in the US Navy, the US Army, and the US Air Force. In this podcast, Jim and I discuss his upbringing, his eventual entrance into Special Forces and his time serving as the Team Leader (One-Zero) for Reconnaissance Team (RT) Delaware for MACV-SOG. We discuss many of the operations that he was involved in with the A-Team and eventu…

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The River Principle | Training Series 16:42

7M ago16:42

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Discussing The River Principle: overcoming obstacles by flowing around them. To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/ @themysteriapodcast @mysteria_fitBy Marcus Da Silva

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Destigmatizing Sex Work w/ Stephanie Sia 1:22:56

8M ago1:22:56

1:22:56

Steph Sia is a 33-year old creative based in Vancouver, Canada. She is a podcaster, YouTuber, hobby chef, world traveler, and an internationally-awarded pole dancer. Basically an all around creative person. In her spare time, Steph likes to host dinner parties, wine and dine, and is a competitive and professional pole dancer. Stripped by SIA is a w…

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Memento Mori | Training Series 16:05

9M ago16:05

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Discussing the Marcus Aurelius quote, "Let each thing you would do, say or intend be like that of a dying person." To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/ @themysteriapodcast @mysteria_fitBy Marcus Da Silva

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Make Your Own Way w/ Jess St. John 1:38:57

9M ago1:38:57

1:38:57

Jess and I discuss developing and manifesting a winning mindset, her experiences as a woman in a male dominated sport, cold water exposure, and a few tangents for good measure! Follow Jess St. John on Instagram: @jessstjohn @calisthenicsvancouver I've been an athlete since the age of 6, starting out as a gymnast. I first competed at age 10 and swit…

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The Outlaw's Trio | Training Series 28:49

11M ago28:49

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- Discussing the Outlaw's Trio: (i) skill, (ii) luck, (iii) dash of stupidity, as it relates to performance. - Brief discussion of Degree of Difficulty as a measure for athletic greatness.By Marcus Da Silva

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Ukraine to Canada w/ Polina Shtanko 54:42

11M ago54:42

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Polina is a Ukrainian refugee who relocated to Vancouver, Canada in 2022. Her experiences and insight from the Russian invasion of her homeland are eye opening and enlightening. She offers a valuable perspective on the many rights and privileges that many Canadians don't think about - or even worse, take for granted. It was a pleasure to speak with…

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Power To The Music w/ Mathew Sloan 1:05:52

12M ago1:05:52

1:05:52

I met Mathew a few months ago and we became fast friends over our mutual love of music. Born in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Mathew's musical journey began as a child when he became infatuated with the sound and mechanics of music and the musical instruments themselves. Into his teen years and adulthood, he began to focus attention towards acoustic guitar…

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Train To Live, Live To Fight w/ Coach Sal 1:15:18

12M ago1:15:18

1:15:18

Today's podcast is with my MMA instructor, Coach Sal. Sal owns and operates Clinch MMA in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia. We discuss a wide range of topics centred around how the skills and attributes one learns from training combat sports can be utilized to live a rewarding and fulfilling life. He sets the standard everyday and relentlessly purs…

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Gratitude Is A Choice w/ Brandon Tucker 1:26:42

1y ago1:26:42

1:26:42

I am joined once again by my friend, Brandon Tucker. He previously set World Records for most pull ups in 24 hours and most muscle ups in 24 hours. We discuss many topics in this podcast including: setting goals, discipline, universal laws, humility, social media, humour, honesty, and gratitude to name a few. Follow him on Instagram @tucker1_brando…

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Born Twice w/ Dale Hanson [Part II] 1:46:53

1y ago1:46:53

1:46:53

This is the second of two episodes with Dale Hanson, discussing his book, Born Twice: Memoir of a Special Forces SOG Warrior. Dale Hanson is an accomplished sculptor who has led a life of adventure and enjoyed numerous accomplishments. He is a black belt martial artist, author, a pilot of fixed wing and glider airplanes, has flown aerobatics and is…

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Books, Bullets, & the Green Berets w/ Dale Hanson [Part I] 1:51:10

1y ago1:51:10

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This is the first of two episodes with Dale Hanson, discussing his book, Born Twice: Memoir of a Special Forces SOG Warrior. Dale Hanson is an accomplished sculptor who has led a life of adventure and enjoyed numerous accomplishments. He is a black belt martial artist, author, a pilot of fixed wing and glider airplanes, has flown aerobatics and is …

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Convert Emotion Into Energy | Training Series 31:03

1y ago31:03

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'Training Series' episode III. In today's episode we discuss: - Tuning out the noise. - Controlling the internal environment to adapt to any external environment. - Refocusing your energy. - 'Power To The Music'. - Control your emotions, don't let them control you. To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you.…

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Soldier's Return Home w/ Roger Lockshier 1:30:36

1y ago1:30:36

1:30:36

It is with great pleasure that I welcome back Roger Lockshier for a third episode. We discuss his experiences to adjusting to civilian life upon returning home from Vietnam and in the decades that followed. His insights help us understand some of the effects that war has on a soldier and provides context as to how individuals and institutions can p…

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The 90 Day Fiancé Life w/ Debbie Johnson and Tony Starcevich 1:23:51

1y ago1:23:51

1:23:51

Debbie has appeared on the reality shows: 90 Day Fiancé, 90 Day Fiancé: Strike Back, 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After. Debbie and Tony have appeared on 90 Day: The Single Life. In this podcast, we discuss Debbie and Tony's experiences on 90 Day Fiancé, her adjustment to moving to Vancouver to be with Tony, and share many laughs and stories. Find D…

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Let The Wind Blow Through You | Training Series 19:25

1y ago19:25

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‘Training Series’ episode II "Words can hurt, but only if you let them...you cannot forget what they said any more than you cannot feel the wind when it blows. But if you learn to let the wind blow through you, you will take away its power to blow you down. If you let the words pass through you, without letting them catch on your anger or your prid…

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Desire Alone Is Meaningless | Training Series 34:36

1y ago34:36

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This is the premiere episode of a solo series that will discuss the concepts, ideas, and challenges that are contended with while on the path to developing and executing optimal performance. This series is about winning. In order to win, you must have an open mind and develop creativity in your unique approach to crafting the tools that you will us…

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Stained Glass Windows & Princess Diana w/ Joe Average 56:51

1+ y ago56:51

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Born in Victoria in 1957, Joe began signing his artwork as Joe Average when he was 19 years old. He has been an important contributor to the B.C., Canadian and international art scene since the mid 1980s, when an HIV diagnosis, complete with an uncertain life expectancy, moved him to focus exclusively on his art. His pop-art has captured the attent…

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Divine Intervention in Laos w/ Roger Lockshier [Part II] 2:02:45

1+ y ago2:02:45

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This episode is part two of two episodes that I had the great honour of recording with Roger Lockshier. His book, 'We Saved SOG Souls' is available in paperback, audiobook, and ebook formats. It is an incredible book and is an absolute must read. It is a memoir that offers insight into the highs and lows of Roger's experiences during his tour of du…

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Saving SOG Souls w/ Roger Lockshier [Part I] 1:42:50

1+ y ago1:42:50

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This episode is part one of two episodes that I had the great honour of recording with Roger Lockshier. His book, 'We Saved SOG Souls' is available in paperback, audiobook, and ebook formats. It is an incredible book and is an absolute must read. It is a memoir that offers insight into the highs and lows of Roger's experiences during his tour of du…

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Daily Hive Interview w/ Vincent Plana 2:00:39

1+ y ago2:00:39

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This episode was recorded several months ago in my backyard on a beautiful summer evening. This podcast is the companion to an article that Vincent published discussing everything that went into my record breaking feat of setting a new Guinness World Record for Most Chin Ups in 24 hours on 20 August 2022. This is an intimate and revealing episode a…

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Being Yourself w/ Nadia Fox 59:10

1+ y ago59:10

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I had the pleasure of speaking to my friend Nadia Fox. We sat down in the studio and recorded this episode in November 2021. Nadia and I discuss her many interesting life experiences involving the ups and downs of sobriety, cold plunging, her careers as a model for Playboy, exotic dancing, and Onlyfans content creator. You can find Nadia on Instagr…

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Reasonable Robot Rules w/ Ryan Abbott and Jacob Turner 1:01:33

1+ y ago1:01:33

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It is with great pleasure that I kickstart the new season with returning guests Ryan Abbott and Jacob Turner. This episode was recorded in October 2021 while I was visiting England. We discuss a number of topics including: AI regulation, social media, brand marketing, and games we played as children. This episode has a little bit of everything! Dr.…

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S3 | Ep.17 | John Stryker Meyer #2 1:41:14

2y ago1:41:14

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Today we welcome back John Stryker Meyer. John is a veteran of the 'Secret War' in Vietnam, having served as the One-Zero (team leader) for the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam - Studies and Observations Group (MACV-SOG) team, ST Idaho. His job was running reconnaissance missions 'across the fence’ of South Vietnam into the North Vietnamese Arm…

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S3 | Ep.16 | Brandon Tucker 1:10:27

2y ago1:10:27

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Brandon Tucker is a retired Army Ranger and is the current Guinness World Record holder for the most pull ups in 24 hours (7715 reps) and the most muscle ups in 24 hours (1300 reps). Follow him on Instagram @tucker1_brandon To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/ @them…

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S3 | Ep.15 | Dr. Arun Verma 1:36:49

2y ago1:36:49

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Arun Verma was 24 years old, completing a bachelor of science degree at the University of British Columbia. A friend stopped by Arun's dorm room to ask him if he wanted to go for a ride in his new his car. They were cut off by a speeding car which resulted in a crash - it was at point that Arun became a quadriplegic. At the time, he had been accept…

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S2:E3 - Halimah Beaulieu - Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Consultant 1:24:49

2y ago1:24:49

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We were so lucky to sit down with Halimah Beaulieu to discuss what EDI (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) is and why it's a really pivotal time in history to be recognizing the need for this. It's very close to home for Halimah, who presents as Asian, and in the current climate, this became a calling to learn more about what EDI means and create opp…

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S3 | Ep.14 | Jessica Walesch 1:19:28

2y ago1:19:28

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Jessica Walesch is a Fascial Stretch Therapist and Kinesiologist. She specializes in using fascial stretching as a method of rehabilitation and improving physical performance for her clients. Jessica is an excellent athlete who competes and trains in multiple physical disciplines - she understands the physical and mental challenges associated with …

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S2:E2 - A life not limited by Crohn's Disease. 1:07:31

2y ago1:07:31

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Today our interview is with Luca. Someone who at the height of their university basketball career was hit with a serious diagnosis after she experienced severe pains in her abdomen. To add insult to injury, the medical establishment first dismissed her in some shocking ways before caring professionals stepped in to find out what was causing her deb…

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S2:E1 - Marcus Da Silva - Attempting the Chin Up WR & how to contextualize challenge. 2:15:31

2y ago2:15:31

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We got to spend a lot of time with Marcus, a well-read, unique character who attempted to beat the current chin up world record. Here's the recap…Marcus went to school to become a lawyer, read a ton of books and then did a sh*t-load of chin ups. But in this conversation, we barely talked about physical ability, as Marcus shared about the intense me…

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S3 | Ep.13 | John Stryker Meyer #1 1:32:13

2y ago1:32:13

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Born 19 January 1946, John Stryker Meyer entered the Army on 1 December 1966, completed basic training, advanced infantry training, jump school and graduated from the Special Forces Qualification Course in December 1967. After a 12-week training session in Ft. Gordon, on radio teletype, Meyer landed in South Vietnam in April 1968, and arrived at FO…

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We talk to a boxing / MMA coach about rolling with the punches. 1:20:41

2+ y ago1:20:41

1:20:41

Have you felt a little beat up by the world over the last few days… weeks…. months..... YEARS…. Well our latest podcast discusses what it’s like to be beat up for a living, and could have some transferrable tips to help with your resiliency. We have a great conversation with Joey Foy, who is a boxing coach in the Greater Vancouver area. We discuss …

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Intuitive Eating: a fireside chat with your body! 57:43

2+ y ago57:43

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Our new podcast episode with Registered Dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor, Selene Yan, is out today! Selene has over 10 years of experience in nutrition counselling, working from a trauma-informed and weight inclusive lens. With her training in mindfulness, yoga, embodied recovery, and somatic experiencing, she helps folks cultiva…

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S3 | Ep.12 | Dr. Vickie Thanapal #2 [Part II] 1:18:28

2+ y ago1:18:28

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This episode was recorded on 4 August 2021. Dr. Thanapal is a Senior Teaching Fellow in Law at the University of Surrey in Guildford, England. Her fields of research include Family and Child Law and Land Law. To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. Thank you. https://www.themysteriapodcast.com/ @themysteriapodcast …

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S3 | Ep.11 | Dr. Vickie Thanapal #2 [Part I] 50:22

2+ y ago50:22

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This episode was recorded on 4 August 2021. Part 2 will be released in 17 November 2021 at 1600 Pacific time. Dr. Thanapal is a Senior Teaching Fellow in Law at the University of Surrey in Guildford, England. Her fields of research include Family and Child Law and Land Law. To support the podcast, LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. T…

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Holy S*!% We got to chat with Georgia Ellenwood (Olympic Heptathalete), and she's awesome. 58:05

2+ y ago58:05

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Today we're doing a pure interview with Georgia Ellenwood, who just competed for Canada in the Heptathalon at the Olympics in Tokyo. And she's amazing, articulate and a joy to speak with! Join us as we ask her about what it takes to get to the Olympics, how she got into the sport, what her take is on the best part of being at the Olympics, and more…

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S3 | Ep.10 | Jacob Turner 56:28

2+ y ago56:28

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Jacob Turner is a lawyer and author based in the UK. He has acted for sovereign states such as Argentina, Greece, Russia and Iraq. Jacob holds law degrees from Oxford University, UK, and Harvard University, USA, and has lectured at universities including Oxford, Cambridge, and King's College London. He has previously worked as a speechwriter for a …

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S3 | Ep.9 | Steve Serbic 1:27:41

2+ y ago1:27:41

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At the time the podcast was recorded, Steve Serbic was an Assistant Fire Chief with Surrey Fire. Currently, he is the Fire Chief with Esquimalt Fire and has been on the front lines of the fire service for over 25 years. As a mental health and wellness advocate, Steve has shared his story with thousands of people across North America. In the fire cu…

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Wavetalks Ep 17: Let's talk about nutrition...with a certified nutritionist! (guest: Sydney Shindle) 1:02:42

2+ y ago1:02:42

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In this podcast we have a really great discussion with a really great person! Sidney Shindle is a Certified Nutritionist who works with all sorts of folks to help them feel good on the inside and the outside. The co-founder of Fiore Health and an associate of Veritas Wellness among many other titles and accomplishments, Sydney is a well-spoken and …

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S3 | Ep.8 | Mitchell Cadlick 1:38:15

2+ y ago1:38:15

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Mitchell Cadlick is a certified professional MMA referee and judge who has worked for the UFC and other professional MMA organizations. He is a martial arts enthusiast, with over 10 years of experience in the sport. Mitchell spent several years as a Pro Wrestler and is currently a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu brown belt.…

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S3 | Ep.7 | Dr. Tina Koopersmith 2:09:33

2+ y ago2:09:33

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A native of New York, Tina attended Duke University for her BA in Political Science followed by Duke Medical School. She then moved west to Los Angeles and completed her residency and fellowship at USC LA County. Dr. Tina Koopersmith is now double boarded in OB-GYN, Reproductive Endocrinology and Fertility as well as board certified in Integrative …

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