Oftentimes, you get so caught up in the grind of editing a podcast, you would be forgiven for overlooking the resounding impact that flows from an admittedly incredible conversation with a powerfully genuine soul. This is how I felt as I dove back my conversation with today's amazing guest. There's no sugarcoating it: Kyle Carnohan is a ferocious B…

I honestly don't remember how and why Geraldo Alken came across my radar. Maybe it was the YouTube or Instagram algorithms just doing their thing. Or maybe I was doing my usual exploration of inspiring, motivational content as produced by individuals showing us what living your personal truth looks like in even more unique ways. Or maybe it was bec…

Educator, culinary master, mentor, entrepreneur, ambassador, visionary, survivor, man of God...Chef. With so many incredible responsibilities under his umbrella, it is no wonder how Chef Stephan Durand is one of the most iconic names putting their efforts, expertise and purpose towards championing the exquisite merits of Haitian cuisine beyond bord…

Phil is back...and (barely) alive. Recap of the week. Topic : The importance of curating your circle. Enjoy. ----------- Thoughts on the show? We'd love to hear from you. Be sure to connect with us and leave us a comment: You can fill out our official Listener Feedback Form where you can let us know how we're doing. Or you can also reach via our va…

How a random act of kindness can humble you. Sometimes, the most unexpected circumstances can be source of immeasurable good. ----------- Thoughts on the show? We'd love to hear from you. Be sure to connect with us and leave us a comment: You can fill out our official Listener Feedback Form where you can let us know how we're doing. Or you can also…

Updates from the past week. Some recent news from Haiti. Easter shenanigans and today's topic: accountability from the people who you can count on to tell the truth on your own BS. ----------- Thoughts on the show? We'd love to hear from you. Be sure to connect with us and leave us a comment: You can fill out our official Listener Feedback Form whe…

Allegra Moet Brantly is an entrepreneur, speaker, podcaster and founder with the kind of zeroed-in focus that never fails to inspire us always aim higher when it comes to setting goals. She remains an example of incredible drive to achieve as well as an unshakeable confidence to execute on her vision. But don't be fooled - she didn't start out that…

On this sophomore episode of "A.T.A / Unplugged", my good friend and co-host Phil Saint and I get together to share mutual perspective on the importance of - Nurturing a wealth mindset - How the wealthy think differently - How your dreams cost money Also, on the personal front - Why you need to water your relationship with intention, dedication and…

Our wonderful guest today is straight-talking, fun-loving, rule-breaking, mess-making, sometimes cussing but always enjoyable spirit, Jodie King, On top of being an incredibly talented and established artist, with a career spanning over 20 years, Jodie is also a professional educator, speaker, entrepreneur, podcaster and mother with her work having…

Pilot episode of "A.T.A / Unplugged" with my friend Phil. Parenting. Entrepreneurship. Dealing with the sting of failure. Enjoy. SHOW NOTES - Phil's initial appearance on the show, along with his lovely wife, Liz : http://tinyurl.com/43sm6595 - How I built this (hosted by Guy Raz) with guest, James Dyson : http://tinyurl.com/4ebfbru6 ----------- Th…

Empathy is defined as the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. I came across my next guest's content and mission through a wonderful podcast interview she gave on the topic. Anita Nowak is an empathy expert, author, award-winning educator, international speaker, podcaster and certified coach. Her extensive work revolves around f…

Sometimes you just need a good dose of solid ass-kicking to get you going. In case you haven't heard me say it enough or maybe you might be new here, here's a reminder : this thing called life is not for the lazy, the weak or fans of excuses. Simply put, if you want to really succeed, you are going to have to get used to the fact that whatever you …

Always remember to take it all in, acknowledge every opportunity, and make gratitude your standard. #StayAwesome ----------- Thoughts on the show? We'd love to hear from you. Be sure to connect with us and leave us a comment: You can fill out our official Listener Feedback Form where you can let us know how we're doing. Or you can also reach via ou…

My conversation with Aaron Machbitz was something out of a storybook. I had started listening to his podcast and after the first 2 or 3 episodes, I was hooked. Simply because I felt through his words, passion, empathy and heart that this incredible gentleman had really tapped into what we so often seek to find - which is our individual sense of per…

In an age where everyone is seemingly trying to stand out given the onslaught of trends, memes and clickbait that most of us are more than used to, how exactly does one manage to make themselves known in the sea of noise and distraction? Marketing and self-promotion are not a bad thing. What we need to remember is that there are tactics and strateg…

It's a pleasure to welcome today's guest, Dr. Huguens Jean, on the program. Born and raised in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Dr. Jean's journey is nothing short of inspiring. After attending Institution Saint-Louis de Gonzague High School in Haiti, he eventually moved Stateside and attended Howard High School. Both an exceptional athlete and academic, he …

Sometimes, all it takes is one simple shift. #StayAwesome #ATATribe ----------- Connect with us // Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/awakentheawesome Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/atapodcast Telegram : https://t.me/atapodcast Email : awakentheawesome@gmail.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Our full back catalog of episodes is also availab…

No matter how much you don't feel like it, discipline will require you to show up and execute. #StayAwesome #ATATribe ----------- Connect with us // Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/awakentheawesome Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/atapodcast Telegram : https://t.me/atapodcast Email : awakentheawesome@gmail.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -…

Success, like its counterpart, is the result of simple steps. #StayAwesome #ATATribe ----------- Connect with us // Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/awakentheawesome Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/atapodcast Telegram : https://t.me/atapodcast Email : awakentheawesome@gmail.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Our full back catalog of episode…

Asd transparent as I've been, I always shied away from bring up Religion on this show. Reason being it is such a hot button issue, I'd basically decided it was going to be one the few topics I would avoid bringing up. But something happened this year - been dealing with a lot of particular issues, from my personal health, to family emergencies, to …

Oftentimes, we think things 'JUST' happen. I don't subscribe to that. Particular circumstances not withstanding, you DO have the ability to forge the outcome you seek. There's a process to everything. Don't train? You will struggle. Train well? You will reap the benefits. Leave things up to chance. Watch The Universe do its thing. Stay focused. Sta…

Little know fact - when I started numbering these episodes, I had this grand vision that I would always use three digits to play a mind-trick on myself and aim for as many episodes as possible....999 is still quite a ways off ...but here we are...episode 200. It is such an incredible honour to be able to share today's episode with you all. I though…

How a trip to the ER with my son suffering a severe allergic reaction made me realize how what we say matters to us actually doesn't - as what we do often does not align with what we say when it comes to our goals. Not for the weak. #StayAwesome #ATATribe ----------- Connect with us // Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/awakentheawesome Instagram …

I came across Julian Bell's body of work through a Reel that was recommended on my Instagram feed. Couldn't quite place it at the time, but as I'm recording this, I realize that what drew me, even on such a small screen, was this sense of genuine playfulness that he had about him. I know that Reels are meant to catch our eye and give us that small …

When an admittedly writes a review - and it goes straight to my heart. #StayAwesome #ATATribe ----------- Connect with us // Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/awakentheawesome Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/atapodcast Telegram : https://t.me/atapodcast Email : awakentheawesome@gmail.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Our full back catalog o…

I find today's episode is incredibly appropriate as for some reason, the very subject matter we're going to touch on happens to be so relevant. See, I was bullied a lot when I was a kid. Something I'm sure many of you can relate to. I'm from a different time where I was taught to strike a balance between sucking it up to recognizing bullying from j…

Standards are the measure by which you teach people how to treat you. #StayAwesome #ATATribe ----------- Connect with us // Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/awakentheawesome Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/atapodcast Telegram : https://t.me/atapodcast Email : awakentheawesome@gmail.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Our full back catalog of…

This thing called Life has some very unpleasant lessons to teach you. You're better getting used to it as early as possible. ----------- Connect with us // Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/awakentheawesome Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/atapodcast Telegram : https://t.me/atapodcast Email : awakentheawesome@gmail.com - - - - - - - - - - - …

I think this episode is a very special one. Recorded a while back, I had taken a lot of time before publishing it. Simply because, while listening to it during the editing stage, I realized that I was in a kind a weird mental state. I've often told you guys that this show being a work in progress, one thing I would never do is pretend that I have i…

When I was in my teens, I got the opportunity to be part of a theatre class. The Director at the time was short one male role so I had the chance to be exposed to the art of the stage for the first time. It was a defining moment for me as I realized I genuinely had a talent for it. But then Life happened. Coming from a traditional background where …

He's been an ear to rant to. A sounding board for some of my wildest ideas. A uncomfortably relentless no-BS accountability partner. An incredible source of support and guidance. One of the very few individuals who have featured on the podcast as both former guest as well as guest host. A fellow warrior, father and friend. Someone for whom I hold a…

Whimsically embracing the immensely daunting yet incredible adventure that we all call Life. That is, in but a few words, how i can describe the body of work and personal mission, as i see it, that my next guest has set for herself. And, in her own smiley, energetic and immensely vulnerable way, she chooses to have us tag along for the ride. Dasia …

Today’s guest is such a genuine heart of pure kindness and service, it has to be acknowledged right off the bat. Tim McBride and I have only know each known each for a very short time by way of courtesy from a mutual acquaintance. But, you don’t have to have played ball together or gone to the same High School to connect with someone who, by all ac…

As a Caribbean man, I can tell you firsthand that there is true effort happening as we speak to bring some necessary light to the serious needs of Men in regards to their Mental Health. Men don't talk. When your cultural and societal upbringing has patiently designed you to keep things in for so long, it it really a surprise? But - turns out Men wi…

Every time I hit 'Record' to create the magic that brings you guys these episodes, I never fail to be grateful for that pivotal moment where I got to learn the ropes of what would become something I truly do enjoy - and that's the art of broadcasting. Turns out there's more to just sitting behind a mic and opening your mouth to say what's on your m…

Enjoy - Oli ----------- Connect with us // Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/awakentheawesome Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/atapodcast Telegram : https://t.me/atapodcast Email : awakentheawesome@gmail.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Our full back catalog of episodes is also available on your favourite platforms : Apple Podcasts : https:…

I don't know a thing about the Tattoo culture. I have personally teased my brain with the idea of getting one but one thing I do know about the artists who have truly dedicated their life’s journey to specializing in this very intimate form of art, it’s a beautiful thing to behold. I came across Andy Pho(@andypho)’s body of work and engaging person…

2022 was not the best year for me mentally. A lot personal issues, both personal and professional had me really struggling and trying to keep my head level. In the heat and thick of it, I was trying as best I could to try and find some form of support from outside sources that I felt could rely on. See, sometimes, you have to acknowledge when you n…

Back in the days when I was really into photography I got to discover a wide array of incredibly talented photographers. One who undoubtedly stood out was Benjamin Von Wong. Funny enough, it's only a lot later that I found out that, despite his worldly travels and spectacular body of work, that he was local Montrealer. Ben's work as photographer an…

In an industry where the workforce has been unmistakably dominated by men, Sofie "Staygold" Pok (@Staygold31) has indeed carved her own path and clearly made her mark. A celebrated and talented barber for over a decade, Sofie has spent the last decade laser-focused on building her global lifestyle brand, Staygold LA. She's been featured in numerous…

Another year. We've come a long way, dear Awesome Tribe. Every opportunoty, every guest, every second put into bringing you the value and knowledge that I hope you get from every episode is always, as I like to say often, an honour and a thrill. 2022 has been a year of ups and downs for 'A.T.A' and I can honestly say I questioned my sanity a few ti…

On today's episode... I want to first and foremost give a shoutout to Isaiah. I connected with Isaiah some years ago. I can tell you I know an awesome gent when I meet one. At the time, holding down hosting resposabilities for The Booth Life which is how he came across my radar as local Montreal doing his podcast thing. And one of his guests, on on…

"I may not have all the answers but I'm sure there's a book that does." Those were, among many more, some of my father's memorable words of wisdom. Whenever my siblings and I would come to him with a question beyond his impressive knowledge, with those words, he was simply nudging us to get resourceful and just figure it out. And 'figuring it out' …

I first met Coach Will Baptiste through some engaging interactions we've shared on a mutual Men's Group that we are both privileged to be a part of. The group often gets together on a some regular Zoom calls and Coach Will never fails to keep us engaged and always has some powerful experiences to share. A trilingual Haitian Native, Will is a man of…

A third appearance on the show is certainly something to acknowledge and celebrate. When certain guests have been such a profound source of support and collaboration, you let them know. It's a true honour to welcome back today's guest on the program. Dionne Nicholls is a professional coach trained through Accomplishment Coaching. From being estrang…

On this solo episode - where getting back into long-lost hobby gives me a bit of perspective and a huge sense of clarity. #StayAwesome Connect with us // Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/awakentheawesome Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/atapodcast Email : awakentheawesome@gmail.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Our full back catalog of epis…

It's so appropriate to launch this next episode into the Universe. Indeed, the will to serve, despite the fear and excuses that we might tell ourselves to not show up for our loved ones, colleagues, collaborators, clients or otherwise...is often a driving force that many of our guests have in common on this show. As I edited this episode, a renewed…

One of the things I really feel a lot of us are really struggling with these past few years is the fact that we do not take the necessary time to really - and I mean REALLY - get to know and appreciate ourselves. ‘Self-Love’ has really become a buzzword as of late and in the grand scheme of things, as is often the case, I realize that a lot of peop…

Working with family can be a shot in the dark sometimes as even the closest relatives can become damaging business partners. Fortunately, that was not the case for Dave & Dillon Mysliwiec, respectively CEO of The Upstate Sound & President of Upstate Management. Building a successful business, be it an impressive record label carving its own path in…

On this Solo episode - Coming back from a short afternoon walk and wanted to share some thoughts with you guys on the importance to mind our actions - ALL our actions - in regards to the greater picture. #StayAwesome #ATATribe - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Our full back catalog of episodes is also available on your favorite platforms : Apple Podcas…