Dode Mode

Welcome to the Dode Mode Podcast! I interview people with fascinating stories and lifestyles. Thanks for following along and I hope you enjoy the show!

Culture of Poets, Joshua De Schutter, Episode 24

Joshua is a man of many talents. He is a good life-long friend of mine. Josh recently went public with a poetry project, which has gained huge attention in a short amount of time. In about thirty days he has gained a social media following of over one hundred thousand followers! In today’s episode we […]

04-04
28:52

Solo episode: An element of risk, Episode 23

On today’s episode I share a couple of stories about risk taking. If you listened far enough in to hear about me trying to run my car out of gas, my current record is driving 72 kilometres after the ’empty’ light came on. Thanks for listening!!

03-18
23:18

Solo episode: On the side of a mountain in Montana, Episode 22

Join me on the second half of my road trip through the northern states of the USA. Good times were had. I highly recommend driving across the country barely held together by the seat of your pants. They say it builds character?

03-13
39:26

Solo episode: Stranded in North Dakota, Episode 21

Today’s episode is some fun memories of a trip I made with a friend around this time last year. Actually, Isaac Ferri from Episode #2 is the friend I went on this trip with. Great times, good people, and some crazy roads! Thanks so much for listening!

03-05
31:24

Solo episode: Starting something new, Episode 20

Here are a couple recent thoughts on learning a new skill or activity. Sometimes it can seem so daunting on the outset, but looking back later we realize it was no big deal. Thanks for listening!

02-26
12:39

Solo episode: Like attracts like, Episode 19

Hello! Today’s episode is a little shorter. On this episode I share a couple recent thoughts I had regarding the “Law of Attraction.” I believe we see more good things in our lives when we do more good. Life is good. Do good. Be good.

02-18
12:28

Part 3: Circumnavigating Ireland by kayak, Mike Conroy, Episode 18

This is the 3rd and final episode of my chat with Mike Conroy, who kayaked around Ireland totally self supported and solo. He’s a legendary character who I certainly aspire to be like. Enjoy the show! Click here for Mike on Facebook.

02-11
38:59

Finding joy in the incredible outdoors, George Acheson, Episode 17

I met up with George Acheson and his lovely wife Barbara while I was living in Ireland. He shares the same love for the wilderness that I have always had. He is a student of all that nature has to offer, a true man of the outdoors. I am inspired to be just like George, […]

02-04
48:51

Part 2: Circumnavigating Ireland by kayak, Mike Conroy, Episode 16

Welcome to part two of my discussion with Mike Conroy as he takes us step by step through his journey around Ireland via sea kayak. At the age of 62, Mike is not slowing down any time soon! Listen to part 1 of our conversation ⁠here.⁠ Here is ⁠Mike’s Facebook⁠ where you can keep up […]

01-28
43:21

Shellevate: Making meditating fun, Jacob Bildy, Episode 15

Welcome to episode 15! On today’s episode I chat with Jacob Bildy. Jake is a very interesting guy, always with tons of projects on the go. One of his latest ideas was to make an App to encourage meditation on a regular basis. Shellevate can be found here on the App Store and Google Play […]

01-21
31:54

Circumnavigating Ireland by kayak, Mike Conroy, Episode 14

Mike Conroy is a fascinating guy. We met at a campsite on an island off the West Coast of Ireland, called Clare Island. At the time Mike was part way through his journey kayaking around the entire country of Ireland via sea kayak. Despite being the age of 62 and a grandfather, Mike is very […]

01-15
37:36

Solo episode: Stories from the Emerald Isle, Episode 13

I lived in Ireland for a little while, and while I was there I wanted to climb the tallest mountain on the Island! It’s is a beautiful country with a fascinating history, and very good people. I enjoyed every minute of my time spent on the Emerald Isle.

01-15
51:31

Solo episode: What makes me feel alive, Episode 12

It’s just me today! I did something a little different for this week’s show, which is fitting as we jump into a new calendar year. On today’s episode I wanted to share a bunch of things that make me feel alive. I love life, and these are some of the reasons why. I love you […]

12-31
40:33

Becoming the person you want to become, w/ Aaron Lenihan, Episode 11

Merry Christmas! And welcome to episode 11 of the Dode Mode Podcast. On today’s episode I am super excited to introduce Aaron Lenihan. Aaron is a podcaster and a personal lifestyle coach, and his goal is to help people become who they want to be. Aaron wants to help you move past old traumas and […]

12-24
59:28

Building guitars: The process, the art, and the science, with Jackson Corry, Episode 10

Today we welcome Jackson Corry to the show. One of Jackson’s many talents is that he is a luthier. For those who don’t know what the word Luthier means, it’s a person who builds or repairs stringed instruments such as guitars and violins, both of which Jackson has dealt with in a number of ways. […]

12-17
39:18

Building a world class takeout restaurant from scratch, w/ Jack Travers, Episode 9

Meet Jack Travers, a fascinating guy who tells his story of working from the bottom up. At age 27, he now owns and runs a take out restaurant which some people claim makes the best fish ‘n chips in Ireland! Jack is an awesome character and has a great energy. Thanks for listening! Find Jack […]

12-12
37:37

The world of entrepreneurship and small business with Adam Hoffman, Episode 8

Adam Hoffman is a small business coach with an extensive history of starting and building multiple small businesses himself. It was great having Adam on the show, where he shared all kinds of great nuggets of wisdom regarding the business world and entrepreneurship in general. If you are someone who has ever considered starting your […]

12-12
37:34

Teaching in Turkey, and building a self sustaining farm in Central America with Jordan Webb, Episode 7

I had a lot of fun chatting with Jordan Webb, a travelling teacher turned builder who, along with his wife and young daughter, is creating a self sustaining homestead in remote Nicaragua. Jordan loves travel and adventure, and has a great outlook on life. As their farm project is still in the process of being […]

12-12
38:18

Healing through hot/cold exposure and breathing, with Darren Janzen, Episode 6

Darren Janzen spent 5 years as a police officer and later 10 years as a full time firefighter. He now specializes in helping people heal and bring their life to where they want it through heat and cold therapy, breath work training, and mental performance and lifestyle coaching. Darren is a great friend, an inspiring […]

12-12
40:15

Feeding reindeer, and life above the Arctic Circle with Elsie Wynne Steel, Episode 5

On today’s show I talk with my friend Elsie about all her adventures in Scandinavia so far. As a fellow outdoors enthusiast, I loved hearing about some of the experiences she’s had over in Norway. I hope you enjoy listening to this conversation as much as I did asking the questions! Thanks for checking out […]

12-12
36:03

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