The Pal's Podcast

Emily Durham — aka Emily the Recruiter — is BACK on Pal's Podcast! One of our early guests (way before Episode 100), she returns for Episode 336 with even more insights, stories, and real talk about careers, creativity, and the future of work. Follow Emily: https://www.instagram.com/emily.the.recruiter/ https://www.instagram.com/clockinwithemily/ In this episode, we get into: - The behind-the-scenes of her podcast Clock In With Emily and navigating office politics - What brings her the most joy right now — from podcasting to live events - Job trends, AI, and what she's seeing change across the industry - The #1 question she gets asked: “How do I stand out in my career?” - Networking tips that actually make you memorable - Her thoughts on the future of work It's a fun, honest, and super practical conversation whether you're job hunting, building a creative career, or just here for the vibes.

This week, we sit down with the incredibly talented actor and dancer, Brennan Clost (known for The Next Step and Tiny Pretty Things). Brennan opens up about his journey from childhood training to the rigorous demands of Juilliard. He shares valuable insights into the dance community, the importance of strong technique, and the mindset required to succeed in a competitive art form. We also dive into: -Navigating the Juilliard program and its impact on his career. -The realities of professional dance life vs. acting. -A sneak peek at his exciting upcoming projects and what's next!   Follow Brennan @brennanclost

This week we sat down with Andy Colonico, a powerhouse vocalist, dynamic performer, and one of Ontario's fastest-rising country-rock artists. From fronting Revive the Rose to breaking through in the country scene, Andy walks us through the evolution of his sound, the leap into a new genre, and the momentum that's fueling his rapid rise. It's an energetic, honest, and wide-ranging conversation with an artist who's carving out his own lane—blending rock grit with country storytelling and building a loyal fan base along the way. Follow Andy @andycolonico

This week's episode is a special one — packed with sports hype, big life updates, and a reunion we've all been waiting for lol We're joined by our pal George, OG co-host, President of Impact, and co-owner of Toronto United Pickleball. It's a full-circle moment as we dive into everything happening in the pickleball world — from the intensity of the Toronto United season, to the highs, the lows, and the behind-the-scenes stories only George can tell. We also get into what's next for him personally and professionally. Big moves, new chapters, lots of laughs and maybe a few deep moments! Sports, friendships and real talk… just another week with the Pals.

This week's episode is one for the books filled with sports hype, friendship surprises and a lot of dating tea lol First we kick things off with the electric energy taking over Toronto as the Blue Jays make a historic World Series run. The city is buzzing and we break down what this moment means for Toronto, sports fans and the 6ix as a whole Then Ricky tells the story of tattooing one of his best friends... Yes he actually held the tattoo gun and yes it gets messy lol And of course it wouldn't be a Pal's episode without diving into the dating life. This time the spotlight is on Dani as she opens up in a real way about her love life, or maybe lack there of, and how dating is going for her. Sports, friendships and feelings...Just another week with the Pals

After a chaotic August and start to September, Ricky and Dani finally sit down for a much-needed catch-up episode. Ricky shares all about his 35th birthday trip to London and Ibiza — the celebrations, the energy, and the unforgettable moments. They also give a quick recap of their wild time in Denver seeing Zach Bryan, Gorgon City, and RÜFÜS DU SOL. On a more personal note, Dani opens up and shares some unfortunate news she's been dealing with recently. It's a real, raw, and unfiltered conversation as the pals reset, reflect, and get ready for what's ahead.

We sat down with Toronto's own Charlie B — DJ, producer, and hitmaker who's been shaping the sound of Canadian music for over a decade. Charlie's journey has taken him from teaching kindergarten to touring with icons like Cardi B, Rick Ross, and Wiz Khalifa, and headlining festivals from OVO Fest to Rolling Loud. In this episode, we dive into his rise in the industry, the collaborations that defined his career, and how he's now shaping the future of music as A&R Director at Warner Music Canada. Charlie opens up about the grind behind the spotlight, the importance of community, and what's next for his career. What to Expect in This Episode Career Climb & Evolution: From teaching in classrooms to headlining festivals and steering A&R at a major label Toronto to the World: How he put Canadian talent on global stages Living Dual Roles: Balancing artistry and industry leadership in today's fast-paced music world. Growth & Grit: The personal struggles and small triumphs behind every big stage and break

It's Been a Minute – Life, The Hamptons & Hot Takes Episode 323 Ricky and Danielle are finally back for a proper catch-up! After a hectic few weeks—Danielle deep in tax and exam season, and Ricky juggling travel, work, and all things pickleball—the pals sit down to recap life, laugh about recent chaos, and share some stories from their recent trip to the Hamptons. They dive into the highs (mostly) and the lows (just a few) of their weekend away, and things get spicy when Ricky drops a very questionable hot take. Meanwhile, Danielle goes all in defending why the Hamptons is her happy place. It's real, unfiltered, and full of laughs—classic Pal's Podcast energy.

We sat down with Nicolina, one of Canada's fastest-rising stars and Top 5 finalist on American Idol, for an episode that was an absolute blast! We dove into her music career, the wild ride on Idol, her new projects, and what's coming next. Nicolina opened up about her journey, her creative process, and how she's navigating life as an artist. She was so lovely and down-to-earth — this is one you don't want to miss. Tap in for laughs, stories, and a behind-the-scenes look at a future star in the making!

New Episode Alert! Episode 296 with Nick Regina This week, The Pal's are joined by Nick Regina, the CEO and founder of Spark Financial Group, a true powerhouse in business and philanthropy.

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