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Awareone Radio is a podcast that touches on Mental Health, Fitness, Self Care and Well Being. Derrek Mooney, the host, will be interviewing a wide variety of people in his community such as doctors, social workers, counsellors, activists etc. To touch on ways to be a better member of your community…

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    • Aug 17, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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    Becoming a Doctor, Anxiety and Being Open

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 44:19


    Clara Val joins me to talk about how she handles her anxiety and how important it is to be open. She is on her way to becoming a doctor.Find Clara at @claritaval5Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Life Discussions, IMARA and Self Improvement

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 45:07


    Njuguna Waiganjo is an entrepreneur who just started a non-profit organization designed to empower and bring equality to marginalized groups called, IMARA. He also owns an Apparel Company called ATEGO. This guy is one of my favourite humans and he continues to inspire me and everyone around him.Find Njuguna at:@j_goon_@imaraottawa@ategoapparelSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    A Paramedics Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 64:04


    Mark Blachuras is a paramedic who has been working as a front line worker for the last 9 years. This is definitely one of the deepest conversations I got to have with someone on this podcast. My respect for Mark and all other paramedics and front line workers has grown tremendously from this hour conversation. My perspective has changed. Hope you all enjoy this one. Find Mark at:@noshockadvised99Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Ryan Phillips and I

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 71:31


    Ryan Phillips joins me to talk about his experience biking across Canada to raise awareness for mental health. We also talk about meditation, what it takes to be a kind human being and why our mental health is so important. Find Ryan at:@ryanphillipswarriorSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Joe and I

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 53:53


    Joe Vanderham and I sit and discuss what it's like being a father and why it is so important to take care of yourself! Podcast #050.Hope you all enjoy!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Off The Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 70:20


    Denai Johnson, a radio host in Kelowna, BC, joins me to talk about what it's like being on the radio, her future plans to become a somatic therapist and much more. This lady is awesome!She also has her own podcast called "The Hella Well Podcast"Find Denai at:@denaijohnson Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Talking "Ultra"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2020 67:10


    Melissa Gosse and I sit down and talk about what it's like for her of being an ultra marathon runner. Mellissa is a very inspiring and empowering human being that is determined to reach her full potential. I hope you are as inspired as I was listening to her speak. Enjoy!Find Melissa at:@mel.mel65Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Borderline Personality Disorder EP

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 64:03


    Profound and Mike Irish join me to talk about Hip Hop, Mental Health and what's happening in the world. They have been working on this project Borderline Personality Disorder, which is Profound's first EP, where Profound expresses a wide variety of emotion and hip hop elegance. Mike did all the sampling, mixing and editing for this EP. He owns museworksaudio, Mike's studio, where he creates all of his masterpieces. Find them at:museworksaudio.com @museworksaudio.com@profoundhiphop@profoundrapperSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Still Becoming a Coach

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 52:37


    Justin Brien, joins me again talking about how his life coaching career is going. Justin is very inspirational. He gives tips and tools that he is using and also that he has learned in the last half a year. We talk what has helped push him in the right direction to become successful. Justin is always trying to find ways to become a better person and he discusses that here on this show. Hope you all enjoy.Find him at:justinbrien.com@jybrien19Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Capital Courts with Merrick

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 52:33


    Merrick Palmer, Founder of Capital Courts in Ottawa, Ontario, joins me for a very powerful talk. Merrick is a former professional basketball player who now owns his own company training and mentoring kids on and off the court. He has his own training facility and also his own academy. Merrick is doing something that nobody else is and continues to do an excellent job of being a true Role Model. His perspective on life is inspiring and you will definitely want to get you note pad out for this episode. He also has his on podcast.Check him out at:@merrickpalmer@capitalcourts@capitalcourtsacademycapitalcourts.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Steven and I

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 35:45


    Steven Masterson, a very close friend of mine sit catch up and talk about how life has been the last decade. Steven opens up about his experience going through rehab and his views on where he is today. I truly love and respect this guy for how open he is and honest he is about everything he's been through. Find Steve at: @nastymasty91Hope you all enjoy the show!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Equestrian Therapy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 55:25


    Tammy Thielman joins me to talk about her practice townandcountrycounselling. She has a beautiful ranch in Salmon Arm, BC where she works with her clients. Tammy offers traditional office-based counselling as well as Equine Facilitated Therapy (EFT) and Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT). Tammy continues to expand her knowledge in her profession. I learned plenty in this episode, hope you all do as well!Find Tammy at Townandcountrycounselling.com @townandcountrycounsellingSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    The Force Academy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 47:19


    Daniel Garcia, the founder of The Force Academy, joins me to talk fitness, nutrition, mental health, mental strength and more. This guy is the real deal when it comes to Fitness and Training. Go check him out at theforceacademy.ca@theforceacademySupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Allie and I

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 46:19


    Allie Henderson and I sit down and talk about life and it's struggles. We also discuss why it's so important to follow your heart. She is as real as it gets! Hope you all enjoy the show. Find Allie at @alliehenderson_Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Luc and I

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2020 37:50


    A best friend of mine who goes by the name Lucas Curson, joins me to talk about Mental Health, staying active, stress and times during this pandemic. Follow Luc at:@lucebabyySupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Bi Polar

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 26:07


    I sit down and talk about the symptoms, etiology and statistics of Bipolar. I also talk about a personal story of mine related to why I started Awareone and a person who inspired me to start this movement. Hope you all enjoySupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    GiveLUCK

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2020 53:21


    I got to sit down with two amazing ladies, Tanya Price and Myrika Godard. These ladies are starting a movement here in the Okanagan and I am behind them 100 percent. We touch on some cool topics and also talk why they are doing what they are doing.Hope you call Enjoy!Follow them at:@give_luckSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Addiction

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2020 19:05


    This episode I talk about some statistics, symptoms and my own perspectives on what addiction is. Everyone I believe is addicted to something in one point or another in their lives. Hopefully you take away a point or two from this topic and maybe think about what you're addicted to or what you've been addicted to in the course of your life. Enjoy the show!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Eating Disorders

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 18:59


    This is episode I talk about eating disorders. I believe that this is a topic that needs to be talked about more. I will be touching on three of the disorders; anorexia, bulimia and binge eating. I provide a few statistics of all three of these disorders and explain the symptoms of them as well. Also, how does one develop one of these disorders? You will find out here in the show. Hope you EnjoySupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Body Dysmorphic Disorder

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 18:00


    This Episode I talk about a disorder that I believe has not been mentioned as much as it should be mentioned. This disorder is one that I find very important to our generation. Hope you all enjoy the show and for more information on this topic please visit my website awareoneapparel.com.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Depression

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2020 23:27


    Here, I touch on Depression. How does one become depressed? I will be touching on the statistics, symptoms and where depression comes from. This topic, is one that everyone can relate to in some way, whether they know it or not. This hopefully will give you some insight on what depression means for you. For more information please visit my blog at:awareoneapparel.com/blogSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Psych Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 45:50


    Amy Allen and I sit down and talk Psychology. Amy is a 3rd year student enrolled in school at Carlton University. We sit down and talk about things that she finds interesting and touch on subjects she's learned about such as addiction, nature vs. nurture, anxiety disorders and many more. Find Amy at:@allenamyroseSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Pop

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 43:22


    My grandfather, Richard Beaune, sits down with me! This guy is one of my biggest inspirations from day 1. "Pop" is a retired Phys-Ed Chief who served 37 years in the military. We sit down and talk about Fitness, Nutrition, Mental Health, his military experience and his insane amount of discipline and work ethic.Enjoy the show!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Men's Shed

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2020 43:57


    Ray Verlage joins me to talk Mental Health and why Men's Shed is becoming a staple for retired men to come together to build and communicate. Ray is one of the leaders at Men's Shed here and Vernon and he discusses with me why its so important to him and how its impacted his life.Find Ray at:menshedvernon.caSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Open Minded, Focus and Following your Passion

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2020 64:32


    Jamey Grant joins me to talk about many things. What it was like starting out as a cryptocurrency trader to what it was like going through Rehab. Jamey is one of the most energetic and most positive guys I know in the Okanagan and brings a lot to the table! Jamey also has a podcast called "Everybody Love Everybody"Please go check him out on his youtube page and instagram@jameyraygrantStart.Up-CryptoSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Derrek Mooney: The Reason for Awareone

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2020 23:54


    I just wanted to give people my personal perspective on why I am doing what I'm doing. This is something I have never done before but I thought it would be beneficial for people that are tuning into the show and who also want to know a bit more about who I am.Hopefully you enjoy the show and please feel free to send me your feedback of not only what your thoughts are on this show but if you have any comments about any of the other episodes as well, I am always looking to hear what you have to say.Hope you enjoy the show!Find me (your host) at:@awareone.apparel.com@mooney1223https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Member of the Navy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2020 67:25


    Julie serves our country as a member of the Navy in the Canadian military. She sits down and shares what it was like going through the basic training program and also why she wanted to join the military. Julie currently lives in Edmonton, AB where she is posted but plans to make her way out to Beautiful British Columbia. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Authenticity

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2020 64:22


    Bron Johnson and I sit down and talk how important it is to be authentic. This is a word we are just tapping into more and more. We also talk about the power of being sober and the process of life!Hope you all enjoy the show!@bron.johnsonSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    AWAKEN

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 73:45


    I sit down with a great friend of mine Corey Sheikh. Corey is an Intuitive Healer, Speaker, Visionary and modern Spiritual Leader and Guide. We talk about his journey and his practices. SO many great points to take away from this podcast. Corey has big plans to help shape his community and have a positive impact on everybody he comes into contact with. Find Corey at:infinitesheikh.com@infinitesheikhSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    A Policemans Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2020 41:59


    Matt Taylor is a Police Officer here in Vernon, BC. He shares what mental health means to him and the community. Matt is a stand up guy who is continuously making his community a better place and is truly trying to serve and protect. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Off the Ice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2020 48:50


    Jason Podollan is a former NHL player, who now is a certified High Performance Coach and Mentor for minor Hockey Players here in the Okanagan. Jason has a podcast called "Up My Hockey" where he has conversations on how to reach your full potential as a hockey player. He also has a Private Parent page on facebook where families can reach him for open discussions.FInd Jason at:@jasonpodollan Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Sex Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2020 58:37


    Bill Schuilenberg is a Certified Sexual Addictions Therapist, Candidate (CSAT-C), an Emotional Fitness Coach, MAC (UK), who has a Master of Arts, in Counselling Psychology and a Diploma of Professional Counselling. In this episode we talked about healthy relationships, sex, use of pornography and why it's important to be educated about sexuality. Find Bill at:wacs.ca@william.associates Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Live Your BEST Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2020 80:10


    Bron Johnson is a Life Coach. His goal is to help people remember who they truly are and help them get what they want out of life. We also talked about his experiences with what it has been like discovering polyamory. Bron is one of the coolest and most uplifting spirits I have ever met. Find him at:bronjohnson.com@bron.johnson Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Move, Connect and Belong

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2020 70:10


    Sareena Nickoli joins me to talk about why she started Soul Studio and why exercise is so important in all of our lives. Find her at:soulstudio.ca@sareenanickoli@soulstudiocaSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    A True Leader

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2019 71:29


    Matt Stewart joins me to talk about Leadership in the community and also the positive impact he plans to have on everybody he encounters. He is also starting his own podcast called "The Bearded Leader" Find Matt at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/beardedleader/@bearded_inspirationSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Wellness with Hasia

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2019 50:33


    Hasia Leigh is a mindset and wellness coach who practices meditation, yoga and other forms of wellness. She also has big plans for 2020!Check her out at:hasialeigh.com@hasiag_Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Fitness in the Valley

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2019 65:19


    Des O'Brien is A personal trainer, kinesiologist and entrepreneur here in the Okanagan. He also has an apparel company called Okanagan Valley Fitness. Check him out at:@okanaganvalleyfitness@desobrien Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Just Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2019 69:04


    George Cavalier is a IT engineer specialists who works for Tolko Industries. He sits down to talk about how he copes with being bi polar and also talks about how important it is to be a kind and compassionate human being. Find George at @theothergcSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Jewelry with Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2019 81:23


    Danielle Scheven joins me to talk about Self Talk and the importance of Empowerment. She also has a beautiful jewelry brand called Carolily Finery. She is a very inspirational and motivating human being. Find her at:@daniellescheven and @carolily_finerywww.carolily.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Identity Has No Title

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2019 74:43


    Josh Winquist is a journalist here in Vernon, BC. He talks about his past mental health struggles with depression and described his experience with Ayahuasca to help him with these issues. He also touches on why he decided to become a journalist. Find Josh at:@joshwinquistSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Lotus and Lettuce

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2019 126:56


    Michellene Kandart sits down with me to talk about why yoga and meditation is so important. Find her at her yoga studio Lotus and Lettuce here in Vernon, BC.lotusandlettuce.com@lotus_and_lettuceSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Talking Art

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2019 140:00


    Melissa Merrill is an artist here in the Okanagan. Find her at Gallery Vertigo. Also find her at:melissammerrill.com@assilemmerrillSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    A High Schooler's Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2019 59:05


    Kristin Ho is in grade 11 and attends Kalamalka Secondary School here in Vernon, BC. She is here discussing her thoughts on mental health in her high school and talks about issues she witnesses within her high school. Kristin is a straight A student and sets the bar for being a role model here in the Okanagan as a High Schooler. Find her at:@kristin.ho_Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Press "Play"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2019 85:01


    Paige is a Health and Fitness Coach here in the Okanagan. Paige and her partner David own a company called Play OKGN where they focus on helping their clients with fitness, nutrition, personal development and much more! Check them out at:@playokgnwww.playokgn.com1455 Benzer Court, Kelowna, British Columbia Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Discussing Marijuana

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2019 62:34


    Kevin sits down with me to talk about his dispensary opening back up, strands of marijuana and how it can enhance your life. He also shares his passion and past experiences in the industry.Find Kevin Demers atBlendedBuds.cainfo@blendedbuds.ca250-545-5585#BlendedbudsCannabis@blendedbudsCannabisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Feel Good, Look Good

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2019 67:05


    Missy Mackintosh sits down with me and talks about why she started her Pro clean Make up Line and how she uses make up as a tool of empowerment. She has been featured in multiple publications such as the Cosmopolitan, Huffington Post, Daily Mail, WedLuxe Magazine, Green Wedding Shoes and plenty more. Find her at:missymackintosh.com@missymackintosh.com@mismackcosmeticsSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    A Counsellors Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2019 84:01


    Joel Brazier, is a counsellor here in the Okanagan. He is also a father of 5 beautiful children, an amazing husband and a hell of a role model.Find him at Creekside Dynamic Health.joelb@creeksidevernon.caInstagram: @joelbraziercouselling Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    The Interventionist

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2019 116:53


    James is an Interventionist. His main work is with clients that have drug and alcohol addictions and also does personal and couples counselling. In this episode we talk about what he does for work and how he paved his career path to the one it is today. James is an inspiration. His empathy and insight regarding his clients struggles can often be related back to his own life experiences. Find him at:www.sangfroidintervention.ca sangfroid.intervention@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Music, Games and Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2019 81:07


    Nathan Rieu is a composer and gamer. Find him at:Gaming:Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube @GlitchyThoughtMusic:Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Youtube@RipstoneSavageSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Pop-up Shops and PTSD

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 111:25


    Stephanie Prentice is the creative behind The Market at 3023, a holiday pop up shop in Downtown Vernon that Awareone will be selling apparel and hosting the podcast at. Stephanie was diagnosed with complex PTSD and Acute Episodic Psychosis after she spent 6 months in what felt like a dream that turned into a nightmare and then woke up in the hospital - all caused by trauma embedded in her psyche. In this episode we talk about stoicism, the philosophy that teaches it isn't the situations that happen to us in life that matter - but our perception of those situations, we talked about things like the nature of reality and also one of my favourite rappers The Notorious BIG. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

    Twin Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2019 54:11


    Chris Mooney talks about balancing school, work, basketball and social life. Also shares his views on how important Gratitude and Patience has worked in his favor and touches on his future plans. Find him on LinkedIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-mooney-a46417107/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27420819&fan_landing=true)

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