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Social Witnessing


    • Feb 19, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 38m AVG DURATION
    • 55 EPISODES


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    EP 55 - Food Knowledge-Bombs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 9:13


    Thoughts on food history and the path to optimal eating.

    EP 54 - Intermittent Fasting, Alternative Investments, and Endboss Kevin Durant

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2021 37:15


    We discuss sugar withdrawals, why none of us own enough Bitcoin, and making a rookie mistake during an interview @boardroom.

    EP 53 - GameStop, Elon Musk, and Naval Ravikant

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2021 34:53


    Talking about the wild week in the financial world, how Reddit is helping the populous take over the world, and wisdom gleaned from the zen Gary Vee.

    EP 52 - GOATS, Clowns, and Tony Robbins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2021 39:22


    Talking eBay scams, the toxicity of social, and the good vs bad of life with the self-help king.

    EP 51 - The Inglorious Return

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 35:35


    We talk about things and make strange sounds. Wahhh wahhh wowwww

    EP 50 - Ten Million Views In A Pornhub Video & Meeting Dustin Hoffman - Daniel Arana

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2020 48:02


    We come back with vengeance to celebrate episode 50 with actor & musician Daniel Arana. Trust us, you DO NOT want to miss his hilarious story of going viral through a Pornhub spot! Also, motivation in a COVID world, studying with prolific actors, and why British Columbia is one of the safest places on Earth.

    EP 49 - KPOP Rocks, NYPD Sucks, And Was Jimmy Kimmel Right?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2020 44:17


    The most controversial episode of Click-Through Or Swipe; talking drinking bleach, a potential COVID cure is in circulation, and are ALL men disgusting?

    EP 48 - Glutenberg Flights, Parenting Struggles, And Canada Sucks?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 45:47


    A very special guest joins us to discuss gluten-free beer, parenting during a pandemic, and why city-living sucks.

    EP 47 - At Home COVID Testing, Zoom Is Evil Too, And The Killed By Cops Olympics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 44:58


    On Episode 47 we discuss a whole host of nutty news stories in the latest edition of “CT Or Swipe” while sharing near drowning stories, updating the encouraging progress of at-home COVID testing, and pondering whether a free trip to Hawaii would be motivating enough to get on a plane.

    EP 46 - Groundhog Day As A Manual For COVID-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2020 6:01


    Reflecting on how Bill Murray & Punxsutawney Phil taught us to find purpose during long quarantine days.

    EP 45 - Wine Butt, Starbucks Is (Not) Racist & The OC Is Insane

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2020 41:05


    We discuss delivery drivers not wearing masks, Amazon being temporarily less evil, and how Colorado is leading the way in saying F the police.

    EP 44 - Crossfit Is Racist, NZ Ends COVID, And Bonnie Henry For Prime Minister

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2020 23:01


    We're back! Season 2 kicks off with a solid rant on the dark side of social influencing, plus CrossFit's founder goes full racist, New Zealand says no worries to COVID-19, and why provincial health minister Bonnie Henry is our Prime Minister.

    EP 43 - Black Lives Matter Protests, Going Viral On Reddit & Donald Trump Cartoons - Geoff Coates

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 55:35


    On the final episode of Season 1, Vancouver cartoonist & video-game art director Geoff Coates joins the pod to discuss the political unrest in the US, the worsening of Vancouver's affordability problem, having to block thousands of trolls on social media after going viral, and why the lack of social distancing makes him angry.

    EP 42 - Chickens As Friends, Self-Sufficiency In Small Spaces, And Canadian Cucumbers - Carl Mintern

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2020 52:00


    Self-sufficiency expert and podcast host Carl Mintern joins the pod to discuss his 2-year journey building an 8-acre hobby-farm for his family, offer advice on beginning to grow one's own food in small, low-sunlight conditions, and share his thoughts on why raising chickens is an absolute must for anyone who can. Find Carl on YouTube & Facebook or search for Self Sufficient Hub across all podcast platforms.

    EP 41 - Suicide, Isolation & Reaching Out - Paula Fontenelle

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2020 56:10


    Brazilian psychotherapist, author and suicide prevention advocate Paula Fontenelle joins the podcast to discuss how her father's suicide changed the course of her life as well as share news about the desperate pandemic situation in Brazil, offer advice for those struggling in isolation, and educate us on the warning signs to look out for - and ways to help - the loved ones in our lives. Find Paula at www.understandsuicide.com

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    EP 40 - Comedy, COVID, And A Side Of Meth: A Triumphant Story Of Addiction & Sobriety - Amy Dresner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 57:27


    Former standup comedian & recovered addict Amy Dresner has us in stitches as she shares inspiring stories from her darkest days through to her current life as a recovery advocate and author of the best-selling book My Fair Junkie: A Memoir of Getting Dirty and Staying Clean.

    EP 39 - Picking Bones & Kurt Cobain's Guitar

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 42:23


    We get heated about BC's premiere saying ridiculous ****, share (funny) traumatic childhood memories, and gamble on the price of Kurt Cobain's guitar. Also, we have a YouTube now! @socialwitnessing

    EP 38 - Living With A (Likely) Covid Patient & Social Working Inside A Hospital In 2020 - Ainslie

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2020 51:43


    Vancouver social-worker Ainslie joins the podcast to share the incredible story of her husband ending up in ICU with what was likely one of British Columbia's earliest COVID-19 cases, as well as antibody testing and the strange new world of providing social work services inside a major hospital while masked from head to toe. You DO NOT want to miss this one!

    EP 37 - Veganism, Gary Vee, And CBD

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2020 41:00


    We discuss the merits of going Vegan in a Wet-Market world, a viral story of CBD being the magic cure to the pandemic, and why Gary Vee will definitely be yelling at us one day soon.

    EP 36 - Let's Talk About Panic Attacks!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 45:32


    We discuss panic attacks in the midst of an epidemic and why a man named Harry Barry might be the answer to all your problems.

    EP 35 - Nothing But Good News

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 25:46


    We take a breather from the doom & gloom to share some of the best and most inspiring stories coming out of the Pandemic, including a Jim Carrey pep-talk, virus-killing robots, hotels for the homeless, and vaccine progress being made.

    EP 34 - Putting Teachers At Risk, Paying Front-Line Workers, And Lining Up For A Fresh Cut.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 25:31


    We share two exciting parts of our day, question why in the hell British Columbia is putting us all at risk by opening schools, and discuss creating your own internal “Phase 2”

    EP 33 - COVID As A Gift

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 59:58


    Mychele & Yaniv discuss brain transplants that will make language obsolete in the next 10 years, why Vitamin D could be the answer to the world's biggest problem, and the gift that is parenting in isolation

    EP 32 - Setting The Bar For Daycare Education During A Pandemic - Talia E.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2020 44:46


    Daycare owner and administrator Talia Erickson joins the podcast to discuss life changing nearly overnight, the process of opening a virtual preschool, and creating a safe space for children of essential service workers.

    EP 31 - Good News, Bad News.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2020 44:49


    A very special guest joins the podcast to discuss some happy news and we immediately kill the vibe by discussing the latest developments in the world of COVID.

    EP 30 - STEM, Graduating In Isolation, And The Young Women Who Will Change The World - Maia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 26:15


    High-schooler Maia joins the podcast to discuss STEM conferences, inspiring young women, and what life is like spending your final days of high school at home. With @maiapoon & @quantumleapsstem

    EP 29 - More Outbreaks, The Wonder Of Survival, And The NBA Returns?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 35:47


    We discuss all the things Joe Rogan has taught us as well as Vikings, South Korean outbreaks and the motives of NBA superstars.

    EP 28 - Art, Inspiration, And Why Won't You All Just Stay Home? - Ryan Walter Wagner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 34:59


    Vancouver photographer Ryan Walter Wagner joins the pod to discuss being forced to pivot when business disappeared overnight and how a bit of late-night inspiration led to a beautiful new project that's taking the city by storm. With a special announcement by the Social Witnessing squad.

    EP 27 - How COVID-19 Saved My Business & Helped Me Raise Over 100K For Our Community - Miriah

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2020 39:40


    Miriah from @myhomeapparel joins us to share the fascinating tale of how an off-hand remark by Nova Scotia's Premier saved her business, rallied an entire community, and allowed her to donate $115,000 to charities across Canada.

    EP 26 - Germaphobia, Mario Kart & Filmmaking In New York During A Pandemic - Jono

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2020 39:54


    New York filmmaker and childhood friend Jono talks about what it's like living in Brooklyn in 2020 as we reminisce about memories from happier times a quarter century ago.

    EP 25 - Is Easing COVID Restrictions A Good Idea? The Dark Episode.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 37:43


    *Trigger Warning* We discuss the merits of BC's four phase plan to ease COVID-19 restrictions, take a snapshot of the state of the world today, and get real dark about what the end could look like.

    EP 24 - Grief, Growth, And Who Is The Government Looking Out For? - Amrit

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2020 39:31


    Clinical Psychology Doctorate student (and one of our favourite people) stops by the pod to discuss dealing with grief in solitude, self-healing vs self-soothing, and COVID restrictions being lifted in British Columbia.

    EP 23 - The One We Bunged Up

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 30:57


    We spend our Michael Jordan episode apologizing for being time-zone illiterate as well as discussing the end of the pandemic drinking party and a recommitment to self-improvement.

    EP 22 - Swingdancing, Escaping The City & The Destigmatization Of Drinking In Public -Jason & Eileen

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 43:06


    Is COVID-19 causing people to reevaluate their love of city-living and is anyone actually thriving through these times? Also cat-leashes, the relaxing of open-carry laws, and baking secrets of mother-in-laws. With Jason & Eileen

    EP 21 - Books, Instagram, and Nerding Out - Echo

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 56:40


    We (mostly) take a break from pandemic talk to chat books, beginnings and content creation as art vs business - with Echo @Ink.On.Us

    EP 20 - Food As An Activity, Restauranting During A Pandemic & That Time In Italy - Ellie Shortt

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2020 41:59


    An old friend and food expert stops by the pod to discuss the state of nutrition, food-sensitivities, and self-care amidst a pandemic. With @Ellie.Shortt on Instagram.

    EP 3 - Seeking Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2020 25:23


    Searching for the silver linings during some dark days.

    EP 19 - COVID Isolation As A Family Of One - Maricar

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2020 48:40


    We discuss the pros and cons of isolating as a single person and ponder why some outbreaks are larger than others. With @Mar____.xx on IG.

    EP 18 - How Much Do We Really Know? Doubt & Dance With Ben Younghart

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 48:04


    We take a deep dive into COVID conspiracy theories, reflect on the current motivations of mainstream media, and discuss zoom dance-parties as part of our new normal. With @benyounghart on Instagram.

    EP 17 - COVID Buddies, Renewable Energy, and Finding Peace In NOT Doing - Shannon H.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 39:44


    Renewable energy expert Shannon Halliday joins the podcast to discuss the melding of science & art in the midst of an epidemic. Follow her on Instagram: @shannonhallidayphotography

    EP 16 - Parenting, Reprioritizing, and the Urban Kibbutz

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 35:45


    This too shall pass and other musings on the joys and struggles of parenting through an epidemic. ••• tiktok gold: https://vm.tiktok.com/nhhk8d/

    EP 15 - COVID Deniers, Dance Parties & The Selfishness Of Others - Liêm

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2020 40:33


    Elementary-school teacher Liêm joins us to discuss COVID deniers, the current education situation in inner city Toronto, and Zoom dance parties as a stress-relief. Link to Liêm's Zoom Party Dance Mix: https://www.mixcloud.com/LiemBui/cabin-fever-mix/

    EP 14 - How A COVID False-Positive Put The Fear In Us All - Myla

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2020 34:33


    Mychele's sister joins us to discuss how an early false-positive at her clinic made us all evaluate our response to the COVID pandemic.

    EP 13 - Anxiety, Alcohol, And Life With An At-Risk Child - David & Jen

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 32:28


    Old friends drop by the podcast to discuss forgotten memories and what raising kids in a Covid world is really like.

    EP 12 - Looking At History For Answers To Our Now - Michael Schwartz

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2020 37:05


    The anxiety of travelling during the outbreak and a thoughtful look at how history can bring perspective to our present-day crisis.

    EP 11 - The One Where We Finally Crack - Comic Relief with Eldar & Jon

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 52:42


    The old high school crew is back together again for some much needed laughs and good times

    EP 10 - Rock Monsters, Covid, and Sophie Trudeau - Amanda

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2020 29:46


    A fantastic chat with Rock Monster Friends author Amanda on giving back, raising a newborn in a Covid world, and having Canada's First Lady blow up your Instagram.

    EP 9 - Dance & The COVID Motivation Struggle - Kirby

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2020 31:14


    What do you do when your livelihood and entire way of life disappears overnight? Visit Kirby on Instagram at @femme.gone.wild

    EP 8 - How serious is it? MD insights from the front lines - Amie & Sam

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2020 36:41


    COVID as an STD, the state of hospital workers today, and the struggles of around-the-clock parenting.

    Ep 7 - Self care as a single parent in an isolated world - Tal

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2020 39:57


    Yaniv's sister joins the pod to discuss the struggles and triumphs as the sole caregiver of a young child in quarantine.

    Ep 6 - The End Of Isolation & The Future Of Growth - Talia & Nick

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2020 36:43


    Escaping downtown, crazy people in the park, and building meaning in a socially-distant world.

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