Best YPS Podcasts (2024)

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S3 E2: COVID 19 AND THE YOUNG PROFESSIONAL 53:50

4y ago53:50

53:50

In this episode, our co-hosts talk about how their workplaces have been affected by COVID 19, from layoffs to salary cuts! Follow us on FB and IG @peptalkpodcastja and share with us how COVID 19 has affected your workplace. Listen to all episode of Peptalk online at www.peptalkpodcastjamaica.com and remember to keep safe! --- Send in a voice messag…

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S3:E1: Pensions & Young Professionals (featuring Pensions Administrator, Junior Dover) 36:45

4+ y ago36:45

36:45

In this episode, we are joined by Junior Dover who is a young professional and a Pension Administrator. He tells us why it is important for young professionals to know more about superannuation funds, retirement schemes, and NIS. Please send your feedback on this episode to @peptalkpodcastja on FB and IG or visit our website www.peptalkpodcastjamai…

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BONUS EPISODE - 2020 Goals and the Young Professional 49:24

4+ y ago49:24

49:24

Our co-hosts share their goals for 2020 and how they plan on achieving them! Tune in!!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peptalkpodcast/message

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S2 E6: Giving Back and the Young Professional 25:06

5y ago25:06

25:06

This is the final episode of season 2! It is all about the importance of giving back as young professionals and the different ways you can give back. Our co-hosts started the PepTalk Gives Back Initiative as an extension of their podcast because they recognised the importance of giving back. This initiative has resulted in FREE consultation service…

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S2 E5: Anxiety and the Young Professional 29:31

5y ago29:31

29:31

In this episode our co-hosts get serious as they share their experiences with anxiety as young professionals. Comment or DM us on Facebook or Instagram @peptalkpodcastja and let us know your thoughts on the episode and share your experience with anxiety as a YP. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peptalkpodcast/mes…

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S2 E4 - Workplace Romance and the Young Professional 17:16

5y ago17:16

17:16

In this episode of PepTalk we look at workplace romance and the young professional. Is it an acceptable way to advance your career as a YP? Is it prevalent in Corporate Jamaica? Tune in to get the tea! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peptalkpodcast/message

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S2 E3 - Investment and the Young Professional 25:12

5y ago25:12

25:12

In this episode our co-hosts share their experience with opening a stock account and the risk and rewards of investing on the Jamaica Stock Exchange. Follow us on FB/IG at @peptalkpodcastja or email us at peptalkpodcastja@gmail.com with your feedback or suggested topics for future episodes. We want to hear from you! --- Send in a voice message: htt…

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S2 E2 - Part II: Abuse of Power and the Young Professional 23:40

5y ago23:40

23:40

In this highly anticipated part II - Abuse of Power and the Young Professional featuring our co-host Donna-Neisha Steele shares with us her next move after resigning from her job because of abuse of power. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peptalkpodcast/message

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S2 E1 - Abuse of Power and the Young Professional 30:00

5y ago30:00

30:00

In this episode, co-host, Donna, will be sharing her YP story of abuse of power in the workplace and how it led to her recent resignation. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peptalkpodcast/message

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S1 E6: A follow up to Part 2 - Wife Material and the Young Female Professional 22:05

5+ y ago22:05

22:05

Bonus Episode with Junior Dover on the Male Perspective.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peptalkpodcast/message

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BTC #33: DANCING THROUGH LIFE w. Stephan Azulay 1:55:11

5+ y ago1:55:11

1:55:11

Get your tights ready, our guest this week is none other than Stephan Azulay, a dancer in the Royal Winnipeg Ballet (RWB). We chat about his path into dance, having resoluteness in your passion and living a life of adventure; One that's taken him from Australia to Las Vegas, New York and now Winnipeg. Check out Stephan and the RWB next month, where…

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S1 E5: Part 2- Wife Material and the Young Female Professional 38:32

5+ y ago38:32

38:32

In this highly anticipated part 2 of Wife Material and the Young Female Professional, we are joined by Junior Dover who shares with us the male perspective. We are also joined by a panel of young professionals from different industries who voice their opinions on the topic! It is a must listen episode of #PepTalk!!!! Please forgive us for occasiona…

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S1 E4: Social Media Etiquette and the Young Professional 27:46

5+ y ago27:46

27:46

In our fast-paced world of deadlines and meetings, happy hours and dating, family and friends - one of our best ways to stay plugged-in is social media. We love it! But as young professionals, it’s important to understand the impact every post, tweet, pic, and snap can have on our own personal brand. Used effectively, social media can enhance this …

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BTC #32: BEHIND OUR EYES w. Avery Tom & Dakotah Charron 1:25:45

5+ y ago1:25:45

1:25:45

It's tough to have conversations about mental health, grief and loss. To open up about our stories and how we have been affected is a vulnerable place. Getting the talk started is one of the biggest steps. This is exactly what we do with Avery Tom & Dakota Charron. We talk about The See Through Initiative - that supports mental health awareness and…

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BTC #31: HARMONIOUS WOODCRAFTING w. Brent Biglow 1:46:01

5+ y ago1:46:01

1:46:01

Three bearded men at the table for the podcast this week as we are joined by the master craftsman, Brent Biglow! We chat about harmonious development of wood products; the trials and tribulations of being a creative; and, define a podcast as a determinant of time. You can find Brent Biglow and Biglow Woodcraft at: https://www.biglowwoodcraft.com/ h…

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S1 E3 - Mentorship and the Young Professional 20:08

5+ y ago20:08

20:08

In this episode we looked at whether young employees were being mentored or trained in the workplace.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peptalkpodcast/message

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S1 E2 - Wife Material and the Young Female Professional 14:06

5+ y ago14:06

14:06

This episode is a spontaneous car edition of #PepTalk where we discussed young female professionals and what makes them wife material. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peptalkpodcast/message

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BTC #30: THE COMMUNITY GYM w. Amie Seier 2:06:29

5+ y ago2:06:29

2:06:29

A huge warm welcome to Amie Seier, biker and boxer extraordinaire, opening The Community Gym in Winnipeg, your one stop group fitness shop, offering specialized classes in four different mediums. Its four main classes are Cycle (Spin), Calm (Yoga), Camp (Bootcamp), and Crush (Boxing). It is set to open in Spring 2019! We talk what it takes to go ou…

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BTC #29: PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT w. DYLAN SCHROT 1:37:35

5+ y ago1:37:35

1:37:35

Dylan is a standout receiver for the U of M Bisons, earning Canada-West All-Star status and an invite to the upcoming CFL Combine We talk his journey through football; Dealing with the ups and downs of life; and, the thirst for knowledge that sets him apart from the competition If you've ever wanted to learn the secrets of getting to the top of you…

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BTC #28: FEAR/LESS w. Steve Ramos 2:14:07

5+ y ago2:14:07

2:14:07

Excited to bring you this week's episode with Steve Ramos, creator of FIT/PAK and FEAR/LESS, a "lifestyle movement and community of people who want to be better for themselves mentally and physically." We chat about starting a clothing and lifestyle brand, dealing with depression and pursuing the life of your dreams. If you're looking for inspirati…

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BTC #27: TRUTH & RECONCILIATION w. Tessa & Hanwakan Blaikie Whitecloud 1:34:11

5+ y ago1:34:11

1:34:11

Please join us in welcoming Tessa Blaikie Whitecloud & Hanwakan Blaikie Whitecloud to the podcast! We talk Tessa's Executive Director role with 1JustCity which supports Winnipeg's under-loved (through an array of support and initiatives); Hanwakan's directing/producing of films centering on Indigenous identity through Wakan Productions; and, we hav…

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BTC #26: DEVELOPING ENGAGED COMMUNITIES w. Margaux Miller 1:20:12

5+ y ago1:20:12

1:20:12

Join us in welcoming the queen of community building Margaux Miller to the podcast!We talk her roles with TedX Winnipeg, Winnipeg Art Gallery, Maven Action Committee and Innovation Alley at North Forge; Plus we talk volunteerism, living a full life and good wineThank you to Future Leaders of Manitoba for making this podcast possible! Tickets for th…

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BTC #25: UNMASKING MASCULINITY w. Josh Robinson 2:32:38

5+ y ago2:32:38

2:32:38

We welcome back Josh Robinson to the podcast in celebration of our 25th episode. We talk the MASK OF MASCULINITY, SPORT/WORKOUT CULTURE and RELATIONSHIPS while drinking scotch on this wild episode. Get ready for us to talk in accents, "beak" each other and share stories from our darkest depths.VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED(for language and potential…

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BTC #24: CONQUERING the ARTS w. Eric Plamondon 1:32:08

5+ y ago1:32:08

1:32:08

We welcome the multi-talented man of the arts, Eric Plamondon! We chat about his role as Executive Director of Artspace in Winnipeg, as well as being comfortable in your own skin and overcoming adversity in pivotal career moments! Sit back, relax, and take in what the Arts Culture in Winnipeg has to offer!We would like to thank Future Leaders Manit…

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BTC #23: Andi Sharma - Food Security 1:05:20

5+ y ago1:05:20

1:05:20

Welcome Andi Sharma, policy analyst, masters in Public Administration, and working with the Northern Healthy Foods Initiative (NHFI) to create systemic change and help bring more healthy, affordable, and culturally appropriate food to Northern Manitoba. We talk about the needed change in social systems and overcoming sorrowful experiences and findi…

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BTC #22: Mike Peters - May Contain Studios 48:33

6y ago48:33

48:33

Join us in welcoming the talented Mike Peters, photographer, director, and owner of May Contain studios. We talk photography and media, and having an eye for detail and finding your passion. Lights, camera, action!You can find Mike Peters at:Website: https://mikepetersmedia.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/93mp/You can find May Contain Stud…

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BTC #21: JJ Mikolash - Winnipeg Football Collective 1:06:01

6y ago1:06:01

1:06:01

With a voice made for radio, please welcome Jordan "JJ" Mikolash, Hype-man for the Winnipeg Football Collective to this week's episode! We talk about the rapidly growing touch football community in Manitoba and the outstanding level of competition surrounding it. Riley and J.J. get into their past football and sports experience and talk about the i…

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BTC #20: Leah Dawn & Brad Dauk - FLOAT.Calm 1:27:20

6y ago1:27:20

1:27:20

This week we welcome Leah and Brad, co-founders/creators of FLOAT.Calm, Winnipeg Floatation Therapy, to the podcast. This dynamic duo joins us for a talk about floating (sensory deprivation or float therapy), the origins of their business, FLOAT.Calm, and the benefits to floating, both mentally, physically, and spiritually.Why not give floating a s…

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BTC #19: Scarlett Kol - Published Author 48:27

6y ago48:27

48:27

Welcome Scarlett Kol, published author, storyteller, and "believer of magic and things that keep you up at night." She hails from Northern Manitoba and has written books such as "Wicked Descent" and "Mercury Rises" with a new book, "Keeper of Shadows" on its way! Scarlett provides insight into her writing process as well as the struggles she has ov…

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BTC #18: Luc Bernard - Happy Honey 46:29

6y ago46:29

46:29

This week, we are joined by the diverse and talented Luc Bernard on the podcast. Get ready for talk about beekeeping, prepping for an MMA fight and all about how chill us Canadians are. It doesn't get any sweeter than this. Come see what the buzz is all about!Intro music provided by Oskar Mike: https://www.oskarmike.com/You can follow Luc on Instag…

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BTC #17: Karly Tardiff - Winnipeg is Good 1:54:32

6y ago1:54:32

1:54:32

Welcome the dynamic and philanthropic Karly Tardiff, creator of the "Winnipeg Is Good" campaign. We chat travel, working through personal struggles and making a positive difference in the community. Get ready, here we go!You can find Karly on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karly_tardiff/Find us on social media:Facebook: https://f…

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BTC #16: Spencer Johnston - Philosophy & Coffee Aficionado 2:01:27

6y ago2:01:27

2:01:27

We chat with the wise jack of all trades, Spencer Johnston. All bases are covered in this one; We talk philosophy, coffee, musicmythological creatures, and what it means to be a good person in today's society. Don't turn that dial! You'll want to sit in for this one.Find us on social media:Facebook: https://facebook.com/bethechangeypsInstagram: htt…

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BTC #14: Mo Leggett - Pro Football Player 2:11:57

6y ago2:11:57

2:11:57

It's a pleasure to welcome the unparalleled and jack of all trades, Mo Leggett, CFL All Star, #31 from the Winnipeg Blue Bombers defence to the podcast! We talk the trials and tribulations of a career in professional football, being genuine to yourself as a person & life beyond football. Look for the pink cap out on the field and all-around good ch…

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BTC #13: Christian Pierce - Law Student 1:49:14

6y ago1:49:14

1:49:14

We welcome Christian Pierce, law student and former Vice President of UMSU (University of Manitoba Students' Union). We talk about the importance of finding a career that you love as well as what it takes to get there. We also discuss morals in jobs and the misconceptions about lawyers in our society and what it means to have an identity in this da…

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BTC #12: The Spartancast 1:53:40

6y ago1:53:40

1:53:40

Welcome to the first ever "Spartancast," recorded in beautiful Kimberley, BC. If you are interested in learning about people who push their physical and mental boundaries to the limit, who have laser focus in of exhaustion & push each other to achieve miraculous feats out on mountains, trails & courses... Look no further. Our guests include; Anthon…

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BTC #11: Colin Dufault - Acting in Canada 1:55:01

6y ago1:55:01

1:55:01

This week we welcome the energetic, entertaining & unique, Colin Dufault to the podcast. A man of many talents; we talk the entertainer gene, history, writing techniques & following your passion. As well, we delve into the details of his upcoming show at the Winnipeg Fringe Festival, "The Sport of the Engineer" and what it means to be an actor in W…

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BTC #10: Mikhail Gerylo - Spartan & OCR 2:41:49

6y ago2:41:49

2:41:49

We had the pleasure of talking with Mikhail Gerylo, one of the top racers in OCR (Obstacle Course Racing) in the world! He also happens to be a phys. ed teacher, trainer that runs Weapon Factory, and an all around amazing person! We talk travel, Spartan races and OCR, personal development, life paths, and much much more in this jam-packed episode.F…

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Episode #9 - Lexie Sparrow 1:49:30

6y ago1:49:30

1:49:30

An engaging and information filled episode with Athletic Therapist, Personal Trainer, and Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Lexie Sparrow! She wears many hats to help her clients be the healthiest versions of themselves. We sit down and talk training, nutrition, motivation, and what it means to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. She also shares …

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Episode #8 - Fraser Young & Amitoj Singh 2:33:59

6y ago2:33:59

2:33:59

A magnificent conversation with Amitoj Singh & Fraser Young from the Try Your Darndest podcast. Throw the script out the window; we talk politics, spirituality, history, literature and purpose. Should you keep your ego in check? How do gender roles play into consumerism? All this and more on this off-the-rails episode!Find us on social media:Facebo…

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Episode #7 - Brent Biglow 2:07:46

6+ y ago2:07:46

2:07:46

Brent Biglow, founder and owner of Biglow Woodcraft, stops by to talk creativity, the trials and tribulations of starting a business & designing products with a purpose. How can your effectively track your time? What can we do to see and help with the bigger issues in today's world? All this and more on this engaging episode!Find us on social media…

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Episode #6 - Dario Montanino 2:12:20

6+ y ago2:12:20

2:12:20

An insightful conversation with musician, composer, and manager of Wireless Etc., Dario Montanino Avid guitar player, he shares his musical journey from singing to playing guitar and the creation of his band, SuperFX. We dive deep into healthy lifestyles (weight loss, fad diets, GMOs) and discuss what it means to be successful in the gym, in busine…

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Episode #5 - Addison Herosian 1:56:56

6+ y ago1:56:56

1:56:56

Addison Herosian is a Realtor for RE/MAX One Group in Winnipeg, Manitoba and part of Social Savvy Homes. With an athletic and personal training background, Addison explains his drive to help others while always driving himself forward. The Winnipeg Jets are in the playoffs, and the support for the Humboldt Broncos is overwhelming. Are you judgmenta…

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Episode #4 - Josh Robinson 1:57:50

6+ y ago1:57:50

1:57:50

We welcome our first guest to the podcast, Josh Robinson. A former athlete in football and baseball, Josh works as a personal trainer and actor. He shares his insight on what it means to positively progress as well as how he pushes himself both inside and outside of the gym. What does it take to build a healthy habit? How can you enjoy working out?…

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Episode #3 - The Mortality Paradox 2:02:04

6+ y ago2:02:04

2:02:04

All four hosts, Riley, Colin, Ben, and Jayse talk about their volunteering experience as well as future volunteer prospects. We explore our outlook on life and death. How close are we to Altered Carbon? Would you want to live forever? How do we perceive our surroundings? We talk about the differences between viewing artwork and the world subjective…

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Episode #2 - Where's Your Focus? 1:59:45

6+ y ago1:59:45

1:59:45

We welcome and introduce our fourth host, Benjamin Karimi and say farewell to theoretical physicist, Stephen Hawking. Inspiring conversation about psychological effects of music, the importance of knowing history & our favourite professional development literature. We all have our strengths and weaknesses. Where should your focus be? Should you be …

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Episode #1 - Be The Change 2:02:19

6+ y ago2:02:19

2:02:19

The first episode in a series to come. We talk about what we are all about, introduce our backgrounds and the positive changes in our life that have led us to where we are today. As well, we talk about the current state of affairs and offer our opinions on matters at hand and future plans for the podcast.…

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19: YP Perspective – Finding Value + Vocation in the Arts 47:00

6+ y ago47:00

47:00

In this episode of UCYP, Megan and Tim have an Uphill Conversation with Katie Leckenbusch on her career and journey in the arts. From college to arts to corporate and back again, there is extreme value in engaging with the arts. Show Notes: Katie’s current role in the Greenville arts community and her advocacy for the arts in general Katie’s journe…

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18: YP Perspective – Waging War on Personal Change 54:28

6+ y ago54:28

54:28

In this episode of UCYP, Tim and Megan have an Uphill Conversation with Tyler Harris on his early journey of self discovery, strength in vulnerability + waging war on personal change. Show Notes: Putting value out into the world via social media Mentors can breathe life back into you “Just an ordinary guy trying to do extraordinary things by puttin…

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17: YP Perspective – Not Your Typical Counselors, Advisors + Advocates 49:20

6+ y ago49:20

49:20

In this episode of UCYP, Tim + Megan have an Uphill Conversation with two young professional attorneys, George Campbell and Jordan Teague, who are not your typical counselors, advisors and advocates. Hear how they left behind the big firms to build something of their own. Show Notes: Benefit of having real word, practical business experience in the…

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16: YP Perspective – The Changing Landscape of Media + Journalism 47:00

6+ y ago47:00

47:00

On the episode of UCYP, Mary Willson joins Megan + Tim for a conversation on the changing landscape of media + journalism, elevating the community voice and hard work. Show Notes Innovation in digital media news through content curation: personalized media made for the busy person Need for media to be collaborative, to elevate the community voice t…

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