Best Vanessa Johnston Podcasts (2024)

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Getting the low-down on DSP 44:23

1d ago44:23

44:23

In this week's episode our very glamorous host Vanessa Szmagara talks to our Global Mobility Director Rebecca Ticehurst and CEO Simon Johnston about our DSP services. (Destination Service Provider for those not in the-know) We tell you why our DSP services are so different and share some interesting facts about tortoises.... Simon may or may not me…

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Alana Johnston wants to be the funniest she’s ever been 1:02:04

9d ago1:02:04

1:02:04

For the past few years, performer and writer Alana Johnston has made it her mission to incorporate the theme of self-esteem into her artistic work. As the host of The Self-Esteem Party Podcast (on which this episode was first featured), she’s learned that the things we struggle with in regards to self-esteem might follow us forever, and that’s tota…

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Anne Rab finds bravery in being bold on stage & in life 57:34

23d ago57:34

57:34

Anne Rab’s improv career all started when she met a clown and stumbled into the art form that would change her life. Although it was difficult to make the transition from a city where she had stability and comfort to one completely unknown, she tells Naomi that learned that she didn’t want to play it safe and to make the choice to just go for her d…

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Nadine Antler gives herself permission to do the things she loves 1:14:02

1M ago1:14:02

1:14:02

One thing’s for certain about improviser Nadine Antler is that her strength lies in taking care of people. From studying to be a social worker to putting on a decade-long improv festival and now running her own improv school, Nadine tells Naomi about her desire to help both actors and non-actors through the communication and boundary-setting skills…

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Feature Special: International Women's Day - Girl Chat podcast 41:22

2M ago41:22

41:22

In this special episode to celebrate international women's day, some of the very talented women in our organisation have gathered together to discuss some issues that they feel often get overlooked in the work place. This is a brutally honest account of the challenges women can face everyday and a subject that is very dear to the hearts of all of t…

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Vanessa Matsui is a pro at taking things frame by frame 58:28

2M ago58:28

58:28

With her wealth of experience as an actor, writer, improviser, and now a director, Vanessa Matsui always finds time to look back and thank her younger self for having the gumption and bravery to take chances. By stumbling through her experience creating, writing, directing, and acting in the award winning series Ghost BFF, Vanessa tells Naomi about…

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Inbal Lori has a plan to not have a plan 1:12:16

2M ago1:12:16

1:12:16

Growing up in Israel, the multi-faceted Inbal Lori always knew she would be in the arts and fully embraced the holy trinity of acting, writing, and directing. But amidst her love for creation, she tells Naomi that before she moved to Berlin, she suffered when she played parts that she didn’t write because she wasn’t in control - even though she nev…

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Come and get 'Cosee' with us! 40:24

2M ago40:24

40:24

In this brand-new episode of Icons of Relocation, Hosts Vanessa Szmagara and Simon Johnston speak to the Director of Icon Tech Shaun Flanagan about our in-house tech team and our brand-new app Cosee. Find out what Cosee can do for you and your assignee's and why Icon invest so much in technology.By Icon

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Maria del Mar paved the way for all of us with power and passion 1:00:30

3M ago1:00:30

1:00:30

Maria del Mar has never let fear hold her back from anything in her extensive career and expansive life. As a young actress with a passion growing up in Ottawa, Maria took a chance and moved to Toronto to fake it ‘till she made it, with roles on incredible shows like Frasier, 24, and Hudson & Rex. The more Maria took chances, the more life presente…

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Beatrix Brunschko navigates life with her three “me”s 1:20:07

3M ago1:20:07

1:20:07

Beatrix Brunschko, aka Trixie, dives headfirst into every twist and turn of her incredible career. She's not just a director of the stage and screen – Trixie's a founding member of Theatre Bahnhof, a professor at the University of Hamburg, and the go-to guru for all things improv. Starting from the wild passion that birthed a theatre company to her…

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Interview with Nazi Holocaust Expert, Doug Huneke 45:44

3M ago45:44

45:44

Doug Huneke is a rare person. He is a pastor, friend, mentor and an expert on the Nazi Holocaust. Doug's primary focus is on the rescuers - those who risked their lives to rescue Jews from the German concentration camps. His book, The Moses of Rovno, recounts the life of Herman Graebe. Mr Graebe saved over a thousand Jews. Doug's first hand intervi…

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Firecracker Department 2024 Trailer 2:54

4M ago2:54

2:54

Rev up your year with a brand new season of The Firecracker Department Podcast! Let's ignite 2024 with an explosive lineup of captivating conversations. Join our sensational host, Naomi Snieckus, and an array of global artists as they take you on a heart-pounding journey into the depths of creativity and inspiration. But that's not all – mark your …

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Steve Hester and Malcus and Me 39:22

4M ago39:22

39:22

In this episode I interview the author Steve Hester. Steve has written one of the best stories of the life of Jesus that I've ever read. The book is funny, serious, poignant and compelling. Malcus and Me had me laughing and wanting to pray all in the same chapter. Listen to Steve share the story of Jesus from the character of Malcus, one of the ear…

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Keep on Moving 58:07

4M ago58:07

58:07

In this episode hosts Simon Johnston and Vanessa Szmagara speak to Sam Toole and Jack Lynch from our icon move team. They share hilarious and risqué anecdotes of their moving experiences and give great tips on insurance, customs and what you need to declare if you're relocating to another country.By Icon

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Vanessa Johnston, Death Doula 31:11

5M ago31:11

31:11

You've heard of Birth Doula's, what about a Death Doula? In this episode I interview Vanessa Johnston who is a professional Death Doula. This is a fascinating episode as she shares with us the different ways she coaches people in the process of dying. Please listen and share with someone who might need someone to help them in the final transition o…

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Braver Angels and John Schwenkler 35:32

5M ago35:32

35:32

Do you fear for the Union? Do you wonder if Republicans and Democrats will ever be able to talk to each other? If so, then you need to listen to this episode. I interview John Schwenkler from Braver Angels. Braver Angels is an organization dedicated to bringing Red and Blue people to the table to listen and talk with each other. John has a great me…

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Together, for the journey - with guest Steve McGarry 42:45

6M ago42:45

42:45

On this brand new episode of Icons of Relocation we are delighted to talk to Steve McGarry a top 100 global mobility professional about his experiences in the industry and the assignee journey. We are particularly passionate about the assignee experience and pride ourselves in getting the right person, to the right place, at the right time in the r…

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Damian Mulvany, Film Screenwriter 33:09

6M ago33:09

33:09

In this episode I interview Damian Mulvaney. Damian and I have known each other for over twenty years. Damian is a skilled screenwriter. He has won many awards for his scripts. His scripts are compelling and tell a great story. The death of his brother is a feature in some of his screenplays. I invite you to listen to Damian share his joy of writin…

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New season, new look 28:28

7M ago28:28

28:28

Welcome back to Season 2 of Icons of Relocation - we are very happy to be back with you. We took a quick break over the summer to deliver some exciting changes for Icon and this episode takes a deeper dive into what we've been up to! Vanessa Szmagara hosts the show and interviews co-host and CEO of Icon Relocation - Simon Johnston about what these …

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Cowboy Jesus and Medical Assist In Dying 36:33

7M ago36:33

36:33

In this episode I interview Linda Veres. Together we share the story of her husband's death. Jeff, Linda's husband, and I knew each other for forty years. After a debilitating stroke, and advancing MS, which left him confined to a wheel chair, he made the decision to end his life with MAID, Medical Assist In Dying. Before his death, Jeff gave me th…

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What are you supposed to be doing? 20:09

8M ago20:09

20:09

I'm back from my sabbatical starting a new season of Cowboy Jesus. In this episode I talk about Jesus discovering his purpose and the reason for why he has been sent by God. Jesus discovers, much to the dismay of his followers and the crowd, what he is supposed to be doing. It begs the question, are you doing what you're supposed to be doing?…

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Jennifer Holness immerses herself in stories 1:19:17

11M ago1:19:17

1:19:17

Jennifer Holness is not only a force to be reckoned with, but she is a beacon of change in the industry. An award-winning filmmaker and the co-founder of Hungry Eyes Media (with her partner Sudz Sutherland), she is the first ever recipient of the Firecracker Department's Red Point Award, going to women over 50 who are still creating incredible cont…

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Spotlight: The Tenancy Reform - How does this impact you? 21:18

11M ago21:18

21:18

In this week's episode of Icons of Relocation our host Simon Johnston GMS talks to Matthew Salvidge from Savills Estate Agents about the new Tenancy Reform act. We get a 6 monthly UK housing market review and of course Matthew's expertise for future market predictions. If you're a landlord or a tenant - this episode is not to be missed.…

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Wendy Crewson stands up for herself 1:16:10

11M ago1:16:10

1:16:10

With a career spanning decades and a multitude of incredible roles in beautiful shows, it’s no wonder actor Wendy Crewson is one of Canada’s brightest and most beloved stars. With credits like Air Force One, Good Sam, Pretty Hard Cases, she is also known as a staunch advocate for ACTRA and FilmOntario and for the role she’s played in helping change…

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Mary Young Leckie lives for her lightbulb moments 1:02:41

11M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

In the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, Mary Young Leckie had one of her infamous lightbulb moments, which inspired her to produce such amazing shows as M.V.P and the brilliant and award- winning film Maudie. With an immense passion for telling Canadian stories and steadfast activism throughout her career, Mary reveals she has an unwavering belief in al…

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Jennifer Podemski acknowledges all her little wins 1:12:28

11M ago1:12:28

1:12:28

Juggling a work-life balance is difficult for many of us, but perhaps even more so for the multi-hyphenate extraordinary talent that is Jennifer Podemski. As she has navigated her career through acting, writing, directing, producing and showrunning (with her beautiful film Little Bird coming up), not to mention her companies The Shine Network and R…

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People Like Us - S3 E17 Jen Mohindra - TCK Podcast 18:06

11M ago18:06

18:06

In a change to the usual format, in this episode your host, Jen Mohindra, describes what it’s like to be an adult third culture kid. Topics discussed include: - Restlessness and rootlessness - How to work out what security and stability mean to you - How to find your place in the world – a place that you can belong and a place that you can really c…

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My Interview with Rachel Gibson 38:05

11M ago38:05

38:05

In this episode I interview Rachel Gibson. Rachel is a dynamic person with energy and vision. She's very active on TikTok and many of you might already be following her. If not, you need to! Rachel tells the story of her upbringing in a conservative evangelical church and how she moved away from her fundamentalist beliefs. She now is in the process…

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Sheila McCarthy is just going to pretend 1:09:19

12M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

Sheila McCarthy’s résumé truly reads like an adventure book with twists, turns and surprises that makes her one of the most versatile and unique artists in our community. From playing a maid in The Littlest Hobo to her profound performance as Greta Loewen in Sarah Polley’s Oscar award winning movie Women Talking, her command of the screen is unlike…

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Special Feature: Spotlight on immigration 18:43

12M ago18:43

18:43

This week Simon Johnston speaks to Rahul Batra, Managing Partner of Hudson McKenzie - an award-winning, boutique law firm, recognised as one of the foremost legal practices in the UK by various legal directories including The Legal 500. We get the facts on visa applications, salary thresholds and how easy it actually is to move to the UK, we think …

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Adrienne C. Moore never wants to be a GOAT 1:09:25

12M ago1:09:25

1:09:25

Whatever Adrienne C. Moore is selling - we’re buying! As the unpredictable drug squad detective Kelly Duff on Pretty Hard Cases, with some other pretty big roles under her belt (hello, Orange is the New Black!) we’d assume Adrienne had achieved GOAT status. But she proudly proclaims that she’d rather just keep striving for it than have already reac…

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Grace Lynn Kung doesn't like labels 1:14:30

12M ago1:14:30

1:14:30

Grace Lynn Kung has reached a milestone in her life and career - being number one on the call sheet for the very first time as Marissa Wong in the new crime dramedy Wong and Winchester - and she’s celebrating every moment!. The road to get there hasn’t been easy, but Grace tells Naomi and Amanda how she finds that tuning in to her vulnerability and…

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Jason Whitehead and Reframe - A New Worshiping Community in the PCUSA 42:34

12M ago42:34

42:34

In this episode I interview a friend and colleague, Jason Whitehead. Jason is a true pioneer and visionary. He's a professional life coach, therapist and creator of an online virtual worshiping community called Reframe. His approach to ministry is not only creative but he's joining with others shaping how people of faith gather on line.…

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Meredith MacNeill is best friends with failure 1:07:10

1y ago1:07:10

1:07:10

We know Meredith MacNeill as by-the-book, yet frazzled detective Sam Wazowski on Pretty Hard Cases and for her absurd and hilarious comedic sketches on Baroness Von Sketch Show which she wrote and starred in….but the truth is - she’s more than just the wild roles she plays on screen. The depth that she carries through her work comes from recognizin…

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