From the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus to firefighter, Ben DeCastro has done some of the most exciting things in life. He shares with us his stories in this amazingly entertaining interview. Ben DeCastro is the Host of 'Car Pooling with Ben' & 'Wicked Rhody' podcast // Marketing & Social Media Coach & Consultant, Musician, Blogger, Volunteer Fire Fighter & Town Moderator // ADHD Lifestyle Enthusiast. Connect with Ben: YouTube Facebook
In this episode, our guest Brenda Kaye shares with us amazing stories about her journey as a hypnotist. Brenda has performed all around the world including Las Vegas. Get a behind the scenes look at what it means to be a hypnotist and have a laugh with all the stories she has. Brenda Kaye loves helping people create transformations on a deeper level of the mind to find freedom & personal power. A Consulting Hypnotist with the National Guild of Hypnotists since 2001. Her training includes weight mastery, smoking cessation, counseling skills, fertility hypnosis, forensic hypnosis, performance and corporate hypnosis. After discovering her passion for the power of the mind and she knew it was her calling to share it. Brenda used self hypnosis to achieve her dream traveling the world and empowering others. She shares her passion by performing shows, speaking, teaching seminars that empower, entertain and educate the attendees. Connect with Brenda: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube
Bean Gills was paralyzed in 2012 by a disorder called transverse myelitis. This completely changed her life. Join us to hear Bean's story of resilience and passion to change the world. Bean started a recovery centre called ReYu to help people regain mobility. At ReYu, neurorecovery is promoted through an intense activity based training program to increase function for individuals with spinal cord injuries and associated disorders. Connect with Bean: ReYu website Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube
Kids Kottage is a crisis prevention and early intervention service that keeps infants and children safe, and families strong. When a family is under toxic levels of stress whether it be from job loss, homelessness, the effects of poverty, mental or physical health issues, abuse, or whatever the case -so are the children- they are the hidden victims. In this episode, we talk to Janine Fraser, Kids Kottage Executive Director, about the services this organization offers. Janine tells us multiple stories of people using their services and we talk about how fun helps these children through this traumatic process. Visit Kids Kottage on the web
Gary McClenaghan is essentially a goofy small kid merged with a grown man (sporting a killer Viking beard). With a vocal performance that can either be spontaneous, animated, and humorous; or composed, dramatic, and serious, he brings a multitude of characters to life with an impressive range that can fit any project. Gary understands that just having a great voice isn't enough to deliver an effective branding message. It takes emotional intelligence and the ability to direct those emotions into creative expression! Gary shares his story with us and gives us some tips on how to make the most of your voice. Connect with Gary: Gary Voice
Justin Sorensen (born June 8, 1986) is a former professional Canadian football offensive lineman of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He was drafted by the BC Lions in the first round of the 2008 CFL Draft and spent two years with the team before joining the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. After two seasons with the Blue Bombers, he signed as a free agent with the Eskimos on February 11, 2014. He earned his first Grey Cup championship as a member of the 103rd Grey Cup champion Eskimos, starting at centre in both the West Final and Grey Cup. He played college football for the South Carolina Gamecocks. Justin shares his story with us and gives us some advice on how to encourage the kids in our lives to get into the world of sports.
Davis Riar tells us how he has been able to create a life that others wish they could have. He has been able to stay away from the regular expectations of finding a job after graduation and climbing the corporate later. Instead, he started a company to learn more and currently is working remotely for a social media giant, all while living in a sky hill with his friends and having a really fun time. Join us to find out how Davis has broken away from social expectations, created his dream life, and how you can help the children around you do that too.
Our guests today are Jen Goeres and Jen Smith, owners of WordPLAY Consulting Inc. Bringing play back to everyday life is what they do, facilitating workshops that facilitate play for adults, youth, and children. They talk us through what happens when you ask a room full of police officers to play, how connections should be at the root of everything, and how play unleashes empowerment, confidence, and personal growth. Sometimes adults need to be reminded that play is an important part of life, but Jen & Jen discuss with us how kids don’t ask for permission and why that is (and the benefits of it!!!). Join us to be reminded about how we don’t need permission to play every day. WordPLAY Consulting Inc.
Julian Faid will walk you through how improvisation can help you not only increase social and professional skills, but also manage your mental health. Julian shares with us some of the most impactful stories of his 20 years in improv. Connect with Julian and Rapid Fire Theatre: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter
Jorge is our fist international guest. He's an occupational therapist who uses drums to help his clients. Drums give him the opportunity to address different "occupations" and include all the family in the process. TamboRhythms is a company dedicated to promoting FUNctional living through rhythmic expression. Join us to learn more about how drums can help you feel good, or even fall asleep. Connect with Jorge: Website Facebook