Made You A Mixtape

Julia Beth Kowaleski, BMT, MA, MTA, NMT is president of the Music Therapy Association of Ontario. Listen in as she discusses what the MTAO does, how music therapy can help in a number of different applications, and what prospective music therapists need to know and do if they wish to pursue a career in music therapy.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

With a new collection of soul classics reinvented and new original songs on the way, Jarvis Church looks to breathe new life into the classics of Bill Withers. Listen in as Jarvis talks about how he chose the songs to cover, as well as The Philosopher Kings, composing music for Da Kink In My Hair TV series and much more.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

The Canadian Elite Basketball League is bringing hoops coast-to-coast across Canada. Listen in as Director of Basketball Operations for the CEBL Jason Thom talks to us about the league, the new teams, how the league is also helping promote local musicians at the games, and we even talk Jock Jams.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Between slinging axe for Harem Scarem, preparing the debut EP for his country duo Smoke & Ashes and guest appearing on and producing a number of country acts songs, Pete Lesperance somehow found time to hop on to this show to talk to us. Listen in as the multi-instrumentalist, multi-talented and multi-faceted guitarist talks about his jump into country, 30 years of Harem Scarem and what it takes to put together a tour setlist.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Whether it's interviewing up and coming country stars or handling the in-arena host duties for the OHL's Mississauga Steelheads, Celine Trimarchi is making a name for herself. Listen in as she talks about who her ideal guest would be on her podcast, Country With Celine, what songs she leans on when times are tough and the difference between interviewing over Zoom versus interviewing in person.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

With her new single, “Dancing On Your Own”, singer-songwriter Michelle Rasky hopes to lift spirits of her listeners with this groove-fueled new single. Listen in as she talks about exploring new electronic sounds, blending all her musical influences together and the connection between music and meditation.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Kari Lyn Blacquiere brings her folk rock from the rock, as the PEI native prepares to perform at and host the CRTV awards happening November 17th in Toronto. Listen as she talks about travelling the world, its effect on her songwriting, Confidential Records and the reception to her debut album, Hit The Ground.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Singer-songwriter Christina Martin visits the show to talk about her new single Stay With Me, as well as her upcoming residency in Dachau, making music more accessible and who would be the first guest if she ever got her own interview show!   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

The villain is arguably the best part of a superhero story, and Natalie Zina Walshots knows how to make a great villain. Her first novel, Hench, is on bookshelves now and will be released in paperback on October 19th. She drops by the show to talk about the book, her work in video game creation, scripting LARPs and much more.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

To describe Audriix with only one or two adjectives doesn't do her justice. The singer-songwriter-actress-director-editor-photographer-golfer swings by the show to talk about her new music, getting ready to head out on tour for the first time in almost 600 days and how music and golf aren't completely unrelated.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Whether playing drums for Canadian melodic rock outfit Harem Scarem or singing lead for Jake E. Lee's Red Dragon Cartel, Darren Smith brings his all to every project. Listen in as he talks about the effects of the pandemic on the album cycles of the two bands, recounting earlier outfits on his musical journey and much more!   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Hot on the heels of her latest single, Kryptonite, Bree Taylor stops by the show to talk about her musical journey so far, various forms of content she has created (YouTube, podcasts and more), and the challenges she faces as a singer who happens to have hearing issues.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Broadcaster, podcaster and all-around inspirational guy Nick Andrade drops by the show to talk about his podcast AutoSave, which he describes as being akin to a book club for video games. Along the way, we talk about the drive needed to get creative ideas out into the world, do our best to get songs stuck in your head and have a very inspirational chat along the way.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Sports radio broadcaster Caroline Frolic has had a diverse career…from calling highlights on a Canadian national sports television network, to talking metal music in Hawaii…she is a force in broadcasting to be reckoned with. Listen in as she talks about her broadcasting journey, what it takes to excel and survive in the ever-changing industry…all the while being named Mrs. Hawaii. There's a little bit of everything in this show, it's a must-listen.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

When it comes to Matt from the Moral Combat podcast, he is much more than the pop culture debates you see and hear on the show. His passion for creating the show, not just for himself, but for the Combat Crew that tunes in every episode shines through in this interview that will make you want to hop on over and listen in to one of their episodes. We talk podcasting, hockey and some D&D in this really inspiring interview.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Being in a tribute band is hard work…but imagine being a band dedicated to covering the music of one of the Big 4 of thrash metal? Allan McGlynn knows what that's like, as a member of Scotland's only Anthrax tribute band, Arranthrax! Listen in as Allan talks the different guitar styles of their various lead guitarists, Belladonna-era vs. Bush-era and so much more!   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Teacher, musician and champion of Canadian music, Rick Levine is putting in work in trying to bring to life an all-Canadian music streaming platform. Listen in as he talks about Maplestream, his music literacy workshops and his radio broadcasting journey. There's a lot packed into this one episode.   You can help Rick and his team get Maplestream off the ground by donating to their Crowdfund campaign here: https://crowdfund.ca/MapleStream   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Barrie, ON singer-songwriter Megan Anne joins the show to talk about her original music, the importance of community television to independent artists and what to do when the sign on the plexiglass says “No Dancing”.­   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast  

Brian Colburn isn't just the co-host of the popular podcast Playlist Wars…he's much, much more. Musician, music connoisseur and perhaps the most encyclopedic knowledge of cover songs you are bound to come across. Listen in as he talks casts, covers and community.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Hitting the airwaves on Sirius XM Canada as host of Sports Talk Today on Canada Talks and on NHL Network Radio, Ryan Paton continuously brings good sports conversation to listeners all over. Now, listen in as he talks everything from broadcasting, being part of the team that covered the last Expos game in Montreal…and we even talk about the Super Bowl Shuffle. Yes, THAT Super Bowl Shuffle.

There are a lot of things to love about conventions, and if V Is For Villains is playing, then that just makes it better. Listen in as Mr. Agitator himself talks about the formation of the cosplay industrial band, the roots of the character and how his creation is more than just creativity…it is catharsis.

Style, sports, sneakers and sustainability…Megan Ann Wilson has been putting in work in making how people dress look impeccable. Hear her journey from sports television to styling the athletes themselves. Learn what it was like being a cast member on one of YouTube's first original shows. All this and so much more from the one known online as SheGotGame.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Feng Shui consultant Erin Delander from Much Love Interiors visits the show to talk about the art and theory behind feng shui, the concepts behind designing a room for serenity and if there is an equivalence between harmony in a room and harmony in a song. Find out if a room sings as we talk about this and so much more.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Leah Jones is one half of the duo that makes up the She Will Rock You podcast, one that you should definitely listen to for deep dives into music as well as great interviews with amazing musicians. In this episode, she talks podcasting, musical theatre and Cars…no, not The Cars…Cars. Ka-chow!   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Marissa Miller, Author of Pretty Weird: Overcoming Impostor Syndrome And Other Oddly Empowering Lessons visits the show to talk about impostor syndrome, freelance journalism and death metal.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Kirty visits the show to talk about her new album “We Are All On Fire”, the process of making music videos and her thoughts on returning to live music post-pandemic.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Podcaster, stand-up comedian and writer…Derrek Carriveau is a man of many talents. Listen in as the host of the I F!@*ing Love This Record podcast joins in to talk about the deep album dives he does on his show, the podcast you may not know about that's only available on his website, and what book he contributed writing to.   Be sure to follow me on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

If you like craft beer, then you've come to the right place. Ian Mills from 5 Paddles Brewing swings by to talk about the craft brew industry, home brewing, the parallels between beer and music genres and so much more.   Be sure to follow the podcast on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Tyler Elynuik is the host of the Rave & Drool Podcast, where if you love and reminisce over Canadian rock from the 90's, you're in the right place. Listen in as Tyler and I talk about the show, the Importance of when Muchmusic actually played music and we talk hockey and his quest to get Mike Vernon into the Hockey Hall Of Fame.   Be sure to follow the podcast on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Lowest Of The Low lead singer Ron Hawkins stops by the show to talk about their upcoming Record Store Day vinyl release, painting through the pandemic and the 30th anniversary of their album Shakespeare My Butt.   Be sure to follow the podcast on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Andrew Lamarche is one of the most in-demand drummers coming out of the Ottawa area. Having played with the likes of Artificial Joy Club, Tammy Raybould, Thermocline and Carole Pope, he is always cultivating his craft, and helping keep the beat locked in. Listen in as he talks gear, gigs and hired guns.   You can check out all his work and live dates at www.andrewlamarche.com   Be sure to follow the podcast on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Frontman of Canadian Bon Jovi tribute band Bon Jovi Forever, Baz Littlerock drops by the show to talk performing, deciding which songs of Bon Jovi's setlist get played each night, and answering the ultimate question, “What the F@!* is a Nikki Sixx?”   Be sure to follow the podcast on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Scotto Moore is the author of “Your Favorite Band Cannot Save You” and the upcoming “Battle Of The Linguist Mages”…but he is so much more. Listen in as he talks about writing for the page, stage and screen, bedroom DJ sessions and acapella sci-fi musicals.   In the show, Scotto talks about this song from Eric Whitacre: https://ericwhitacre.com/music-catalog/sleep   Be sure to follow the podcast on Twitter! www.twitter.com/TheMYAMPodcast

Alex Gomez is co-host of the incredible podcast Playlist Wars, and jumps on this podcast to tell us all about what makes a good song for him, music in the movies and the ultimate “would you rather” question…hockey game or concert at MSG?

Radio and television broadcaster and lover of live music, Hugh Burrill joined the show to talk about his career, the mindset when listening to covers of songs he loves and which autographs he has collected over the years that mean the most to him.

Author, broadcaster, podcast expert and deep, DEEP trivia answer when it comes to the MCU, Dave Mendonca has done one thing consistently throughout all of this…bring truckloads of passion, no matter what. Dig in to all of this and much more as the author of 100 Things Raptors Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die sits down for an inspirational chat.   For all things Dave, check out the links below: To buy his books - https://www.amazon.com/Dave-Mendonca/e/B00W4NOWXW?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1623209235&sr=8-2 Twitter - https://twitter.com/davemendonca LinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/davemendonca Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davemendoncatoronto/?hl=en Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dave.mendonca.73 To join his email list, contact davemendoncatoronto@gmail.com

Sci-fi author extraordinaire Peter Clines has been making genre fans happy with books such as the Ex-Heroes series, The Fold, Terminus and many more. Now, hear him talk about his writing process, his time working as a propmaster in Hollywood and how cool it would be writing in the ROM universe.

To say that Zuckerbaby's albums are pure ear candy would be putting things mildly. Now, listen in as guitarist Reed Shimozawa sits down to talk about putting those albums together, his days playing cover songs, how good the Canadian rock scene was in the 90's and so much more.   In the interview, we talk about Reed's amazing guitar covers on YouTube. You can find his channel here and enjoy the arrangements: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPseQ4uQnjqdVq2QbOxH6bg

Fresh off the heels of the latest release from The James Clark Institute, “The Colour Of Happy”, the one and only James Clark joins the podcast to talk about his music, his art and what it may take to help keep live music venues open so when we get back to normal, we can also get back to live music.

Existential Positive Psychology…what does it mean? Tim Yu jumps on the show to talk about that and more in advance of the 11th Biennial International Meaning Conference. We talk well-being in the pandemic, how music can help, the trepidation of musicians coming out of a year-plus of no gigs and much more.

On the heels of his new album, “Jonathan Chandler & the Bandwagoneers”, Jonathan hops on the show to talk about the new release, all things Amos The Transparent/Silent Winters/The Andy Kaufmans…as well as how important Muchmusic was to Canadian music lovers in its heyday.

Guitar slinger, mobile stage entrepreneur and owner of more pedals than a bicycle shop, Leo Gray has been entertaining music lovers in Ontario for years. Now, I get a chance to sit down with him, find out about the most obscene pedal on his board and discover who put a 1-800 number on their guitar pick!

From sportscaster to producer to children's book author, Lisa Bowes has been informing and entertaining us for years. In this episode, she talks about her Lucy Tries Sports book series, how she translated writing for sports television to writing books and the importance of sports being for everybody.

You've heard him on the radio, on television and in arenas. Now, get to know Simon Bennett as he talks about announcing in arenas during the pandemic, the challenges of broadcasting from home and what it takes to make a career behind the mic.

Imagine recording an album with over 40 musicians…none of whom were ever in the same room. That's exactly what Ken Tizzard (The Watchmen, Thornley, Music For Goats) did, and the end result is his new album All Together Now. Listen in as Ken talks about the recording process, how he chose the songs and much more!

Where can cello take you? As Erika Nielsen proves, it can take you everywhere from chamber ensembles to performing entire classic rock albums to advising movie stars on set to writing an award-winning book and many places in between. Listen in as this renowned cellist tells us her story from stage to page.

She creates art, she evokes emotion from the viewer and she's the one who makes the shows you've watched amazing. Listen in as Emmy-winning editor Mary DeChambres, ACE talks about the editing process, how much music plays a role in the edit and gain some insight into what it takes to make the best reality shows on TV today.

Former Raptors Dance Pak member, co-director of Runway Dance Connection and all-around charcuterie of awesome Holly Nimens drops by the show to talk to us about the upcoming virtual dance competition she and her sisters are organizing, the mindset of a dancer when listening to music and the overall effects of the pandemic on those in the performing arts.

From radio broadcaster to official scorer for the Toronto Blue Jays to one of the Teammates, Roger Lajoie has lived his life one dream at a time. In this episode, Roger joins me to talk about his new book, The Power Of Teammates, doles out some positive advice, and lets us know which Billy Joel song would be his unofficial anthem.

Robin Black is a man who has been many things…an Intergalactic Rock Star, a cage combatant and a pugilistic prognosticator. In this episode, listen as I chat with the Baron Of Bink about his journey from rock star to one of the leading analyst voices of MMA about everything from the psychology behind picking your entrance music to the absolute genius of Bob Ezrin.

Broadcaster, story teller, social media expert and athlete/talent relations…there isn't much that Madison Koekkoek can't do. Jump in as she talks about her career journey, the trials and tribulations of a nomadic career life and how she has all the time for Annie but no time for Anne.