Internationally known psychic medium, remote viewer and spiritual teacher, Patricia Monna. Patricia takes us through her journey of discovering her gifts and how she now shares them with the world. Whether through finding missing persons, guiding people in mediation, remote viewing the pyramids, or simply teaching us that the only difference between a skeptic and a believer is the experience.
In this episode of listenN, we talk with musician, songwriter and frontman for The Honeyrunners, Dan Dwoskin. Highlights include: How, as a kid, driving in the car with his dad who always loved to talk about the lyrics drove him crazy, but gave him an appreciation for the poetry of songwriting.
In this episode of listenN, we talk with award-winning author and self-publishing entrepreneur Vince Font. Highlights include: What happens when writing is the only thing you can do with any level of competency? How teachers helped him understand he could write, and write well. How a late-night internet music radio show would change everything.
Founder of Glenwood Consulting Group, Shoana Prasad. As an executive coach specializing in personal presentation skills and style, Shoana shares with us the importance of learning effective communication when it comes to building our personal brands and company cultures. We discuss the challenges of presenting in person and online, and she teaches us valuable tips to ensure the message we are sending—is the message that is being received.
Award-winning author and social commentator, Alan C. Logan, is back to talk all things Post Truth. How its prevalence is affecting the health continuum of person, place and planet, and the importance of teaching power dynamics and propaganda construction to our youth. He introduces us to his new book, The Greatest Hoax on Earth: Catching Truth While We Can, and how it reveals the massive hoax that fostered a billion-dollar entertainment franchise.
Michelle from Mystic Maps and I talk about the pandemic and what it may be teaching us about the new consciousness and being on the cusp of the Age of Aquarius. I invite you to open your heart and your mind and discover if there is anything you can take away from this conversation that will help you or a loved one as we all transition through this global time of change.
Brian takes us through his thoughts on the transformation that is presenting itself. He shares some books, podcasts and other inspiring tools to help us navigate the anxiety and uncertainty of this period of evolving change.
David Nelson is an integrationist in planetary health, entrepreneurism and science. David is also a student of naturopathic medicine and the perfect person to have an engaging conversation with, around the future of naturopathic medicine, the importance of the mind-body connection, and why understanding nature and lifestyle as medicine is vital to ours and the planet’s wellbeing.
We are celebrating our first year of listenN. We produced 18 episodes this year, touching on a diverse number of topics, each delivered by our unique guests full of passion, soul and expertise. So in celebration, we thought we would take a look back and talk about some highlights from each episode. Share our thoughts, a snippet and give you a taste of what you can experience from episodes 1 through 18.
Author, environmental activist, urban guerrilla gardener and native plant expert, Lorraine Johnson. Lorraine’s passion has led her to a place of reflection on how we interact with urban landscapes, on what defines a native plant and on the importance of questioning convention. Her gentle spirit encourages that what we do matters and when it comes to our garden spaces, we can do something very important in the simplest of ways.
Creative writer, teacher, and mindfulness meditation instructor, Dr. Ranjini George, discusses the importance of practicing one's craft as a writer, how her love for teaching interwove with her practice of meditation, and the importance of being present in all situations to let the words come through. She also leads us through a mindfulness exercise to help us return to ourselves, the page, and our creative journey.
Award-winning author and social commentator, Alan C. Logan. Alan’s back to discuss his new book, Self-Styled, Chasing Dr. Robert Vernon Spears. It explores the mystery of National Airline Flight 967 and its connection with one of the century’s most colourful conmen. Alan shares how his love for truth-seeking led him to Dr. Spears, a complex character who may have single-handedly set the naturopathic profession back 40 years.
Astrologer and Wayshower, Michelle Piller, who we met in episode six, is back to take us on a ride through the moon phases and how we can use them to help manifest our goals. Spoiler alert: she doesn’t stop there! The back half of this conversation is pretty mind-bending as Michelle challenges our reality with a conversation around the merging of the new science with spirituality, and how this is affecting our consciousness.
Musician, songwriter and musical genre blender, Devin Cuddy, shares his inspirations, influences, songwriting process and what it’s like to be given a rare opportunity within the Canadian music scene. Whether it’s bare-bones, local bar piano playing, or performing on some of the biggest stages in front of Blue Rodeo fans, Devin takes us through his journey of defining himself as an artist and solidifying his unique musical sound.
Novelist and award-winning screenwriter, Elan Mastai, shares the story of how a movie changed the course of his life, the importance of getting out of your own way as a creative person, the differences of writing for screen and novel and his book on life and relationships through the lens of time-travel and how getting the science right opened up all sorts of creative and exciting story possibilities.
Digital marketing instructor, social media and business growth expert, and soon-to-be author, Richard Picart. Richard talks about connecting great ideas with the right audience, the joy of inspiring people who are developing the next phase of their lives, spirituality and the importance of kindness and how being kind truly starts before we even speak and engage with others.
Vintage lover, shop owner and curator of beautiful things, Cheryl Gudz. Cheryl takes us on a journey through her love of mid-century modern furniture and design, her passion for the hunt, what it’s like being a vintage shop owner and the stories that come through the door. She shares her joy for helping people bring beautiful design from the past forward into their working spaces and homes.
Naturopathic Doctor, scientific researcher and author, Alan C. Logan. Alan talks about the increasing negative effects of ultra-processed foods on our life’s true potential, the exciting new scientific evidence on the microbiome and gut health, and how teaching food justice to youth is the best way to get them to become advocates for their own health and wellness.
Jay Ferguson is a Canadian film and content producer. In part two of our conversation, Jay goes deep into his love of travel and how having the world as a creative playground can be inspiring, challenging and ultimately rewarding. Whether he is writing exotic locations into a script or putting his hand up first to go, Jay has always been eager to take his storytelling talents around the world.
Two Canadian powerhouses in modern-day nutrition and healthy living. Certified Holistic Nutritionist and best-selling author, Joy McCarthy, founder of Joyous Health. And revolutionary Canadian natural supplement creator, researcher and supplier, Stewart Brown, the founder of Genuine Health. We talk about our food, nutrition, the microbiome and the importance of healthy nutrition - especially for kids as they navigate this modern world.
Professional Cellist, mental health advocate and author of the book Sound Mind, Erika Nielsen, outlines her bipolar journey and story of hope, healing and transformation. Be it music, mental health or facing the struggles of being a professional freelancer, Erika has navigated the turbulent waters of all three and is helping change the narrative around mental health and wellness.
Michelle Piller is a modern-day astrologer and Angelic Reiki Master. Michelle has dedicated her life’s journey to helping others understand and navigate their very own. She explores using astrology as a tool for self-growth and enlightenment, consciousness and the mass awakening happening around the world, and her unique approach to helping others through being a wayshower during unpredictable times.
Jay Ferguson is a Canadian film and content producer. In part one of our conversation, Jay goes deep into his career motivations and what it’s been like navigating his journey as a visual storyteller. Whether it’s being on the bleeding edge of innovation or challenging his own approach to storytelling, Jay’s firsthand perspective is a gift for anyone wanting to start their own storytelling journey.
Edward Zaski is a seasoned audio producer and sound and music composer. I love talking with people like Eddie because their careers are so fascinating, hugely unique, but they still remain mostly invisible. ListenN while we unpack Eddie’s world of commercial music and sound composition and get a sneak peek into his creative process, loves, inspirations and what he calls “the suffering.”
Chief Hooper and fitness cheerleader, Amy MacCutchan, talks about connecting joy, movement and magic into her life’s purpose. From her first Hoop Jam to hoops of fire and lights, Amy explores the world of hooping and how it can cross age and cultural boundaries.
Brian goes solo to tell his unique early education story. From being a rogue student in I.T.A. (Initial Teaching Alphabet), failing, skipping, struggling to catch up, and eventually...thriving. Brian shares his moving experience, as well as all the many life lessons he learned.
Susana Molinolo is a poetic writer and crafter of words. Born in Santa Fe, Argentina, and now living in Toronto, Canada, Susana's words have always struck a very deep note with me. As somebody who had an extremely difficult education just trying to master the words of one language, I'm fascinated to learn how she became so skilled at crafting the perfect words in a language that wasn't her native tongue.
I wanted to start the listenN podcast because I have a love for story, people's stories, and the kind of stories that come out of people through having a deep conversation around their life, their experience or the subject matter that we're talking about.