Digging Deep with Mark Sutcliffe

Mayor Mark Sutcliffe sits down with Ontario M.P.P and Cabinet Minister, Caroline Mulroney, to discuss how Ottawa has changed in her lifetime, and her incredible journey from being a Prime Minister's daughter to forging an impactful political career of her own. Le maire Mark Sutcliffe s'entretient avec Caroline Mulroney, députée et ministre de l'Ontario, pour discuter de la façon dont Ottawa a changé au cours de sa vie, et de son incroyable parcours, de la fille du Premier ministre à la création d'une carrière politique influente.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mayor Mark Sutcliffe sits down with NFL Star and Ottawa native Jesse Luketa to talk about his incredible career, and celebrates the first annual Jesse Luketa Day in the City of Ottawa. Le maire Mark Sutcliffe s'entretient avec Jesse Luketa, vedette de la NFL et natif d'Ottawa, au sujet de son incroyable carrière et célèbre la première journée annuelle Jesse Luketa dans la ville d'Ottawa.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mayor Mark Sutcliffe sat down with Daniel Alfredsson in February 2023 to talk about his amazing hockey career, his strong advocacy for mental health and his love for Ottawa.Le maire Mark Sutcliffe s'est entretenu avec Daniel Alfredsson en février 2023 pour parler de son incroyable carrière de hockeyeur, de son engagement en faveur de la santé mentale et de son amour pour Ottawa.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Physician, academic administrator, and former Canadian cabinet minister Jane Philpott dreamed of building things when she was a child. Today, she looks at the things that have been built around her, and dreams of ways to fix them so that everyone can have a better life. Jane shares the story of a little girl who wanted to be an engineer, but grew up to be a doctor – using the advantages she'd been given in life to figure out ways to lift others up. She tells us about the nine years she spent working as a physician in Africa, which helped shape her perspective in many ways, but it was also a period when she suffered her greatest loss. We hear about her thoughts on fixing the healthcare system, rebuilding trust after the pandemic, and her feelings as she looks back on her political career. And we learn how someone who has had many of life's greatest advantages can still feel like a misfit. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For someone who never expected a career in business, Rob Ashe has held a lot of prominent roles. He was CEO of Cognos, general manager of business analytics at IBM, and is currently a board member at Shopify and several other companies. In this episode of Digging Deep, we go back to the beginning, when his family of nine shared a three-bedroom house and he shared a bed with a sibling. Rob shares stories of trying out for the Olympic basketball team and his road to becoming an accidental CEO. And for the first time he shares details of a major health scare on the day he became Cognos CEO, why he's donating to a new hospital in his home of Ottawa, and his entire philosophy about philanthropy. It's a story of authenticity, perseverance, and a little bit of luck.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A member of Pabineau First Nation in northern New Brunswick, Scott Patles-Richardson had a close, loving family, but he was a shy child, and struggled with his mixed heritage. With a Mi'gmaq father and a mother of European ancestry, Scott was a target of prejudice from all sides, and he worked hard to be invisible. Now, he works to make sure Indigenous people are visible in the world of business. A CEO, negotiator, business advisor, and board director, Scott advocates for the growth and advancement of Indigenous communities, and works to normalize doing business with Indigenous companies and people. In this episode, Scott tells the story of how he became an entrepreneur “by accident,” and about the prejudice he encountered early in his career. We also talk about the influence that women have had on his life, the importance of believing in yourself, and the finite nature of time. Scott also teaches us that the most important investment we can make is kindness. It doesn't cost you anything to be kind – to give someone a compliment, to give a little more than you take. And it doesn't cost you anything to ask yourself how you will make this world a better place.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eliza Reid could never have imagined that she would end up living in Iceland, let alone become the first lady of the country. While studying at Oxford, she met her future husband, and they went on to live a pretty normal existence. Then, in the space of just a couple of months, her husband became president of Iceland, and Eliza became first lady. It's an interesting role for someone who is passionate about gender equality, but Eliza is using it as a platform to inspire diversity and inclusion. In this episode, she shares her message about learning from others and committing to your decisions. She shares stories from her life, including how she rigged a competition to go on a date with her eventual husband, and how he ended up becoming president. We learn the Icelandic word for outstanding women, and how Eliza wrote a book based on that word. Eliza also teaches us that we are all role models, and that even if we're not famous, we're setting an example for everyone around us.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Naheed Nenshi refuses to be a bystander. The former Mayor of Calgary, and the first Muslim mayor of a major city in North America, the self-described "nerdy, schlumpy professor" captured the hearts and minds of the voters in what's widely considered to be the most conservative province in Canada. After eleven years in office, he is continuing to walk his path of optimism and selflessness. In this episode of Digging Deep, he explains the idea of “seva” – a Sanskrit word meaning selfless service – and how it shapes his life. We talk about the echoes of the past that are being heard again in the present, and what he thinks we need to do to counter the rise in racism and division. He shares the lessons of being mayor of Calgary during the four times in that city's history that a State of Emergency has been declared, including how to trust people to do the right thing. He tells us why he wears purple every day, and how a change he made to his answering machine caused untold chaos. This is also the first time in Digging Deep history that a guest reads an entire book. Don't worry -- it's a short book, and it will inspire you.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Imagine moving to a new country at 19 years old and going right into university, without being fully fluent in the language. That's what Allen Lau did when his family moved to Canada from Hong Kong. He not only thrived in school, he went on to launch a company, Wattpad, that has millions of users all over the world and was sold in 2021 for a reported $750 million. In this episode, Allen tells us about a love of building things that started as a child with a pile of Lego, and his dream of becoming a rocket scientist. We learn that every overnight success story is actually a long, complicated journey with lots of ups and downs, trial and error, and many different iterations to get it right. Allen also explains how to go against conventional wisdom, why you shouldn't simply follow your passion and why the most important thing in life is finding joy on your terms.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cameron Passmore takes a very different approach from a lot of other people in the investment world. He doesn't promise to pick winning stocks or outperform the market, and he doesn't claim to have some special knowledge or intuition. In fact, as far as he's concerned, you shouldn't believe anyone who tells you they can predict the future. That's a big theme in this episode, and it applies to more than just the markets. Cameron's journey has taken him from a job in a butcher shop to becoming the majority owner and executive chairman of PWL Capital. A big step in that journey happened when he met some of the senior people at Shopify very early on, as they were building their business. It's a success story that's not close to being over. Cameron has a hundred-year plan for his business, and he explains why, to him, that's much more important than the instant gratification of making a big sale or landing a huge client. We also talk about how taking care of people should apply to your employees just as much as it applies to your customers, why so many of us are trying to climb a ladder on a wall that's on fire, the importance of luck, and why you can't just sit around waiting for luck to happen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Twenty-five years ago, Sheldon Kennedy was playing at the highest level of hockey in the world, living the dream of millions of Canadian boys. But he was facing an impossible decision: whether to go public with his story of sexual abuse by his junior hockey coach. Sheldon shared his traumatic experience and it changed his life. Speaking out about abuse and, eventually, addiction hasn't always been easy. It's taken an enormous toll. But Sheldon keeps listening to other survivors, and encouraging the rest of us to listen as well. Sheldon has been a big part of the changes that have allowed others to come forward with their stories. But that work isn't finished. Like his own recovery, it's an ongoing process, and he continues to fight every day for himself and others. Sheldon's message is powerful and inspiring, filled with hope, strength, and an important lesson: take care of yourself so you can truly take care of others. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Julie Adam didn't set out to be a high-ranking media executive. In fact, her early experience with leaders turned her off to the idea of being a boss. But she eventually learned that becoming a leader didn't mean she had to abandon her goal of being a good person. Now, with thousands of people in her organization, she tries to make every decision with kindness at the front of her mind. And she's written a book about how to do just that. Julie talks about how kindness touches every aspect of leadership – including both hiring and letting someone go – and how, even if you have the best players on your team, you won't retain them if kindness isn't part of your management style. Julie talks candidly about one of the biggest mistakes she ever made, the lessons she learned from that, and how she ultimately reversed it. We talk about the importance of knowing when to move fast and when to slow down, getting rid of rules that exist for no reason, and why we should be nice to people even when they don't have anything we want. And more than anything, Julie makes you ask yourself: why wouldn't I be kind? Why does anybody need to be anything but kind? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You might think that becoming an Olympic champion would automatically lead to joy and happiness. But for Clara Hughes, the only person in the world to have won multiple medals in both the winter and summer games, the Olympic dream was much more complicated than you would think. In this episode of Digging Deep, Clara talks about how her medals and amazing performances couldn't solve her struggle with depression. Clara has become an outspoken advocate for mental health. And by telling her story, she has inspired many others to do the same. In this episode, we explore how she found the strength to step forward at a time when talking about mental illness wasn't as common as it is now. Clara shares some incredible stories from her childhood, youth, and competitive career. We delve into some hard topics, but it's also a conversation filled with laughter, hope, and Clara's boundless energy. More than anything, this episode teaches us that every one of us is a work in progress, and that happiness is easier to find when you stop trying to do everything right. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many people remember Erica Ehm as a pioneering television host. But she's so much more than that. She's a serial entrepreneur, a passionate storyteller, an award-winning songwriter, and the driving force behind a not-for-profit organization that's finding new ways to empower youth. Erica has made a career out of reinventing herself as the world around her has changed and new opportunities have arisen. In this episode of Digging Deep, Erica shares the secret to success that she learned during a childhood standoff over pizza, and the tools she used to launch one new venture after another. There are people who may have thought, back in her MuchMusic days, that Erica Ehm would have her moment on TV and that would be the last we'd hear from her. But they couldn't have been more wrong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Joanne Liu has a fascinating life story. She is currently a pediatric emergency medicine physician, Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Montreal, and Professor of Clinical Medicine at McGill University. She is also the former International President of Medicins Sans Frontieres, or Doctors Without Borders. In this episode of Digging Deep, Dr. Liu shares her deeply informed perspective on the many lessons of the pandemic, including how we failed to unite globally in response to COVID-19 and how we might repeat that mistake in the future. She also shares remarkable stories about her childhood as the daughter of immigrants, her experiences providing care in some of the most devastated areas of the world, why you should be a giver instead of a taker, and how she set out with the goal of changing the world, but it was actually the world that changed her. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are likely very few people from Tisdale, Saskatchewan who have thrown out the first pitch at Wrigley Field or performed for Queen Elizabeth. Brent Butt has done both. In this episode of The Digging Deep Podcast, the writer, actor, and performer best known for his hit TV show Corner Gas talks about growing up the youngest of seven kids, his semi-competitive arm wrestling career, and how he pursued the only job he ever wanted. Through it all, he holds onto the belief that you don't learn from success, and that you have to stumble, fall, and take some punches along the way. Brent also talks about his next venture – a novel that he says is not what people will be expecting from him. We learn why stubbing your toe is worse than being punched in the face, why The Catcher in the Rye is actually a comedy, and that life is gonna kick you in the teeth no matter what, so you might as well take the beating in pursuit of your dream. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special Valentine's Day episode of Digging Deep, Mark is sitting down to talk with his wife, Ginny Sutcliffe. Ginny is Chief of Staff to the President at Canada School of Public Service, and is a mother, who with Mark has three children.  Mark and Ginny start off with some rapid-fire questions, like any other episode. Then, they begin to dig deep into the New York Times famous 36 Questions That Lead to Love, asking each other bold questions about life, death, and everything in between. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The most decorated figure skater in Olympic history, world champion athletes and all-star Olympians dig deep as Mark revisits these record-breaking highlights. This special bonus episode of Digging Deep features gold-medalist Tessa Virtue, world champion Perdita Felicien, three-time national champion Elizabeth Manley, and Evan Dunfee's refusal, and then redemption in his quest for a spot on the podium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you have followed any of her high-profile cases, you know a little bit about Marie Henein, the prominent criminal lawyer. But there's probably a lot you don't know. In this episode of Digging Deep, Marie shares her fascinating life story, including her experiences as an immigrant and her special relationship with her uncle. We talk about her mother's fierce belief that women's lives and opportunities should be no different from men's. We discuss the harsh reaction she often gets for defending people accused of sexual assault and other crimes, and Marie's strongly held and thought-provoking views about the justice system. And as Marie says, we are all more than one thing. Beneath a tough, resilient, self-confident exterior, Marie also has a silly side and loves not just her work, but clothing and Christmas cartoons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Writer, historian, academic, and former politician Michael Ignatieff joins Digging Deep for a wide-ranging conversation on one of the most poignant and enduring aspects of human life: how we cope with loss. Drawing on his new book, On Consolation, Ignatieff shares how he lost both his father and mother within just a few years of each other, and how he came to accept that loss. He talks about how sometimes consolation isn't possible and that it's not always necessary to find meaning in tragedy. He provides a powerful reminder that human life has not changed as much as we think it has over the centuries, and that whatever we experience has been experienced by others over the centuries. He also talks about the changes he sees happening in the world and his hope in what he calls “the fiendish ingenuity of the human species.” Michael touches on his time as a politician, and shares some very candid opinions on the current state of politics. Listen in as we talk about dreaming big, the humbling experience that is life, and Michael's overarching message that we are not alone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not every entrepreneur begins their career in the world of espionage, but that's where Matt Holland, the co-founder and CEO of Field Effect, got his start. Since then, he's taken his frustration with the state of cybersecurity and turned it into a successful business. In this episode of The Digging Deep Podcast, Matt tells the story of how he left his government job and went on to start two businesses. You'll hear a lot of great lessons about both entrepreneurship and cybersecurity, and we talk a lot about the role of a CEO, and how to build the best team. Matt also provides some tips on how to keep ourselves more secure online, including the one easy thing he says we can all do to get an extra layer of security. This episode is a conversation about trying to fix not just a problem, but a whole industry. It's about being okay with failure, but trying not to fail big. It's about quietly listening and learning from those around you, and creating an atmosphere where everybody gets to be the hero. And it's about how the best bet you can make is a bet on yourself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On September 11, 2001, in the south tower of the World Trade Center, only 18 people at or above the point of impact survived. Brian Clark was one of those 18 people. More than 20 years later, Brian joins the Digging Deep Podcast to talk about how that day has shaped his life. He describes the thoughts and emotions he experienced that day, and how on-the-spot decisions affected his fate – and the fates of those around him. His story brings up many unanswerable questions about the choices we make, and Brian doesn't have any answers to those questions. In fact, a key part of what he teaches us is that we shouldn't even be asking them in the first place. He doesn't linger in the past, and he doesn't waste too much time worrying about the future, either. He tells us that things will unfold as they should, and all you can do is live well and love well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Canadian prime minister Jean Chrétien made a career out of being underestimated. In this episode of the Digging Deep Podcast, Chrétien talks about how he became successful, why he was so competitive, and what principles he brought to leadership. He also talks about growing up as the 18th of 19 children, meeting the love of his life, and his first leadership role as the coach and general manager of his hockey team.....when he was just 12 years old. And, he shares insights into what it takes to be an accomplished leader, including under-promising and over-delivering, patience, forgiveness, and second chances. He talks about using conviction, rather than fear, to lead people. And with his 88th birthday approaching, we talk about what keeps him going and how he is as busy as ever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Writer, journalist, and expert parallel parker Chris Jones joins Mark to look back on some of the most impactful moments from the show so far. Mark and Chris reflect on the top takeaways from Murray Sinclair, Janice Dean, Ron Maclean and more in this year end special. From all of us at Digging Deep, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! Thank you to Chris Jones for joining me, and his new book 'The Eye Test: A Case for Human Creativity in the Age of Analytics' comes out January 11, 2022! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author and podcaster Paul Myers wanted to be a rock star, not a journalist and storyteller. But his career has taken him to some amazing places. He's written books about Long John Baldry, Todd Rundgren, the Barenaked Ladies, and The Kids in the Hall. He's interviewed Elton John, and spent time in Alcatraz with Stevie Nicks. He's working on a new book about comedian John Candy. And he's the host of the fascinating Record Store Day podcast. In this episode of Digging Deep, we learn about Paul's creative family, where his love of music began, and delve into the connection between music and memory. He also talks about luck, taking chances, and embracing change. Paul speaks candidly about his relationship with alcohol, and how a question from his wife more than 20 years ago put him on the path to sobriety. And, he tells the story of how an interview with the legendary Randy Bachman ended up with Paul joining him on stage for a concert and even getting an invitation to his wedding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Only a few years ago, Amanda Jetté Knox was living a relatively quiet existence with the love of her life and their three children. An email from her middle child changed all that. And then, only a year later, a conversation with her spouse in a Walmart parking lot brought about even more change. Now, Amanda uses the story of her family as a platform to help and inspire other LGBTQ families. In this episode, we talk about why she feels it's important to share her journey, and the lessons she learned from years of living a life focused on making everyone else happy. She explains why it's actually good to know things won't work out the way you planned. And we talk a lot about changes that turn into something bigger than one person or one family – spreading a message of acceptance and inclusivity around the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jay Van Bavel is not your average Manhattanite professor, and this is not your average conversation. Jay explains how group identity shapes our minds and our behaviours – giving us common goals, but in some cases, driving deep divisions. He describes how being part of a group can make us better and healthier -- but also leaves us vulnerable to group-think. We talk about why choosing the right group is the most important decision you'll make in your life, how identity shapes our response to tragedy, and how a piece of cubed cheese almost killed him, but also helped him form a much deeper relationship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you generate a big following on social media? What does it take to make a video go viral? No one knows better than Stewart Reynolds, whose videos have been viewed more than 600 million times. Better known as Brittlestar, Stewart is a prolific producer of online content, releasing videos that make people laugh but also carry a message. Stewart explains how, at the age of 43, he turned making videos online into a way to make a living. He admits that while luck definitely plays a role, it also takes focus, humility, and the ability to stay out of your own way. He also talks about acknowledging anxiety, and the importance of prioritizing your own mental health -- especially as the pandemic changes how we live and how we consume content. And, he shares a story that he says proves the world ended in 2012.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At 35 years of age, Kate Bowler was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, and was told she had a very small chance of surviving. She has outlived her prognosis, and now takes on mortality with wisdom, thoughtfulness, and humour. In this episode of the Digging Deep podcast, Kate shares how we can find meaning without everything being a lesson, and takes us past some of the cliches associated with life and death. She challenges a lot of assumptions, and shares her profound perspective about the fragility of life and the lack of control we have. Kate also displays her characteristic humour as she talks about her son's giant eyeballs, about being poisoned by a snake, and even her cancer journey.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thirty-five years ago, Rick Hansen wheeled his way around the world, covering 40,000 kilometres through 34 countries. The Man in Motion continues to inspire people every day with his outlook on life, his optimism, and his gratitude. In this episode of the Digging Deep podcast, Rick tells us how that optimism helped him move forward after he was paralyzed from the waist down at the age of 15. He also talks about how much of the stress and anxiety that holds us back comes from within, and how if we stop looking at loss and disability, then we can start looking at the future through the lens of hope and possibilities. Rick shares the milestones he wants to see when it comes to inclusivity for those living with disabilities, and what he believes will happen in the near future -- perhaps with the help of one of the world's richest men. And he explains why he thinks a stickman in a wheelchair should not be the symbol of accessibility. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may know Vincenzo Guzzo best as “Mr. Sunshine” on Dragon's Den but he has his hand in a lot of different projects. In this episode of the Digging Deep Podcast, Vincenzo shares his thoughts on giving things up in the name of success, the upside of failure, and why sometimes, you just have to admit that something's not working and walk away. We also talk about his experience as a child of immigrants, and why he's always a bit of an outsider, no matter where he is -- as well as the motivation he draws from that feeling.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2009, television host Michael Landsberg made a last-minute decision to share his story about struggling with mental illness. It launched him on a path that would redefine his life and his work. In this candid and inspiring episode of the Digging Deep podcast, Michael opens up about his childhood, his career path, and how advocating for mental health has turned into his life's work. He also shares for the first time a story about how anxiety affected him as a child. Michael explains how failing made him take a chance and discover there was a place for him in the world, and has some words of advice for business leaders on how they can show mental health leadership in the workplace. He also talks about the lie he thinks some people tell about marriage, his obsession with the Second World War, and the day he congratulated a stranger who said he didn't like him.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can you do great work instead of good work, say yes and no to the right things, and choose the impact you have on the world? Michael Bungay Stanier, bestselling author of The Coaching Habit and founder of Box of Crayons, shares his wisdom and expertise. He talks about how you don't need to have your life planned out; in fact, a cancelled flight, a lost job opportunity, and getting fired led him to the career he has today. He explains his method for developing new habits, describes how he is striving to infect the world with the possibility virus, and shares why he is striving to be deeply defeated by ever-greater things. Plus, the story of his role in developing a whiskey that was once called ‘the worst single-malt in existence.'  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veteran multi-sport athlete Bob Miller from the World's Toughest Race shares the story of how he left a career on Bay Street to travel the world, and compete in some of the most beautiful -- and difficult -- terrain. He explains how the lessons he's learned from adventure racing carry over in many aspects of life and business. Hear his take on why you should offer help unconditionally, why you should be excited when you fail, and why it's important to let mistakes go. He also shares a story about how his youngest child was born that shows no matter how prepared you might be for a situation, sometimes you just have to go where life has decided to take you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She is known as Twitter's resident gynecologist. She's a best-selling author and New York Times columnist. She is a fearless fighter of myths and misconceptions about women's health and the people who spread false information on social media. In this episode of Digging Deep, Dr. Jen Gunter candidly shares her personal story, including her difficult relationship with her mother, the childhood surgery that led her to pursue medicine, and the health challenges faced by her own children. She also shares her perspective on the role privilege plays in health care, and explains why she doesn't tell people that “everything happens for a reason.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The director and CEO of the National Gallery of Canada describes stepping into her first role as a CEO -- taking over the leadership of a historic, national institution that had been through a lot of public controversy and internal turmoil -- a year before a global pandemic hits. Despite the challenges she faced, Sasha has brought meaningful change to the gallery. In this episode of the Digging Deep podcast, we talk about how she has tackled these unique and difficult circumstances.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Senator, First Nations lawyer and chancellor of Queens University, the Honourable Murray Sinclair talks about a box of encyclopedias that changed the course of his life, the profound effect of losing his brother to murder, and why some of us are looking at reconciliation the wrong way. From the roots of systemic racism to how we can help bring about real reconciliation, we take a close look at the hard work that needs to be done to make Canada a nation that can come to terms with its past.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The president of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, Natan Obed tells the story of a childhood torn between two countries and two cultures, and the struggles he has faced as someone of mixed race. He shares the story of how his parents met in a residential school, his thoughts on reconciliation and racism, and describes how a young boy who had no doubt he'd grow up to play in the NHL became a proud voice for Inuit communities in the Arctic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator and former police chief Vern White describes how his childhood in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, where his father worked in the coal mine, taught him the importance of community, compassion, and fairness. He tells the story of a ride-along when he was a young bartender that showed him policing isn't just about putting the bad guys in jail, and explains why his experience with cancer ended up being the best year of his life. He also shares his initial reaction to being invited to join the Senate, why he doesn't want to be in a room full of people who agree with him, and why once you know the right thing to do, you're out of options.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award-winning broadcaster Kevin Newman joins Mark and shares lessons from decades in the news business, including as host of Good Morning America, and discusses his new documentary about 20 years of disruption since the September 11 terrorist attacks. He talks about the hard truths that arose when he co-authored a book with his son, and why we should always lead with kindness. And Kevin shares how he almost ended up managing a McDonald's instead of going into journalism, why he's always tried to please his mother with everything he's done, and why he has a cereal box with his face on it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philosopher, author, and former newspaper editor Andrew Potter shares his predictions for the future of Western society (it's not great) and his thoughts on what could happen to Elon Musk. He explains why the decline of society isn't necessarily a bad thing, and offers up some hope for the future of humanity. Potter shares perspectives on keeping your commitments, the value of mentorship, and the value of money and children. He tells stories about canoeing with his dad, why he should have joined the military, and the best way to kill a fly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evan Dunfee walks us through his step-by-step journey from premature birth to being a sore loser to creating an iconic moment of Olympic sportsmanship. He shares why missing out on the podium in Rio taught him he doesn't need medals to be successful, and how five years later, he finally earned the bronze medal in Tokyo. With his uniquely strong voice and self-deprecating humour, Evan shares his conflicted feelings about the Olympic movement, just how far he walks in a week, why he values the solitude of a long training walk, and why you don't want to take his diet advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doctor, professor, author, obesity expert, and health advocate, Dr. Yoni Freedhoff tells the story of how one less-than-healthy weekend in Montreal led to a career in medicine. From the advice he received from a very ill patient to his collection of bizarre weight loss gadgets from years gone by, get to know the man who you've seen quoted or interviewed in countless national news stories. Dr. Freedhoff talks about his passionate -- and sometimes combative -- interactions on social media, and offers 48 words that sum up the simple, straightforward way to live a healthy life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympian, world champion, broadcaster and author of ‘My Mother's Daughter' Perdita Felicien speaks with humour and insight on her lessons growing up under difficult conditions but with a mother's love and compassion which taught her what it truly means to win. In this candid and animated conversation, Felicien shares insights on turning failures into learning experiences, discovering your own strength, relishing the pursuit of your goal, why you should put yourself out there, understanding the difference of where people start in life, and how cutting corners will only get you so far. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.