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January 4th 2026: This week, UBC's Director of Missions & Mercy Ministries, Francisco Jimenez Peña brings the message from Luke 10:21 discussing how Jesus invites us into the joy of missions. Today we'll hear from missionaries UBC supports from here, near, and everywhere.

Dec. 28th: This week, Dan Turner, UBC's Director of Biblical Formation & Community Life, brings the message from Luke 5:1-11

Brian Bartlett joins the podcast LIVE at the Fraser Valley Writers' Festival in Abbotsford, BC, to chat about his new book, The Astonishing Room. Andrew asks what's up with everyone writing bird poems lately. We're back in-person!--Brian Bartlett has published sixteen collections and chapbooks of poetry, three volumes of nature writing, and a gathering of his prose on poetry. His most recent books are The Astonishing Room and Daystart Songflight: A Morning Journal. He has also edited many selections of poets' works, as well Alden Nowlan's Collected Poems. Bartlett's honours have included The Atlantic Poetry Prize, the Acorn-Plantos Award for People's Poetry, and two Malahat Review Long Poem Prizes. The Astonishing Room was shortlisted for the 2025 Al and Eurithe Poetry Prize. Since 1990 Bartlett has lived in Halifax/Kjipuktuk. For many years he has kept a daily journal.--Andrew French is a poet from North Vancouver, British Columbia. They have published three chapbooks, most recently Buoyhood (Alfred Gustav Press, 2025). Andrew holds a BA in English from Huron University College at Western University and an MA in English from UBC. They have hosted this podcast since 2019.

Should Canada reopen the door to foreign investment? GUEST: Tom Davidoff, Director of UBC's Centre for Urban Economics and Real Estate, and associate professor at the Sauder School of Business DRIPA: A risk to democracy in B.C? GUEST: Werner Stump, President of the B.C Cattlemen's Association Will more restaurants shut down in 2026? GUEST: Sylvain Charlebois, Director of the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, co-host of The Food Professor Podcast, and visiting scholar at McGill University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stijn Schmitz welcomes Ross Beaty to the show. Ross Beaty is a Renowned Geologist, Serial Mine Builder & Conservation Advocate. Beaty provides a comprehensive overview of the current gold market and mining industry landscape. He suggests that while gold is currently at record highs around $4,300, the market still has potential for growth, driven by strong macro and supply-demand fundamentals. Beaty anticipates a wave of new gold mine production in 2025-2027 that might eventually dampen prices, but remains optimistic about the sector’s near-term prospects. Drawing from his extensive experience building successful mining companies like Pan American Silver and Equinox Gold, Beaty emphasizes the importance of understanding specific commodity dynamics and investing in projects with significant scale and potential. He highlights the critical factors for successful mining investments, including geological potential, project location, commodity demand-supply fundamentals, and management quality. Beaty candidly discusses the mining industry’s inherent risks, noting that even well-planned projects can face unexpected challenges from geological complexities, political instability, community tensions, and volatile metal prices. He advocates for diversification and strategic portfolio management, as demonstrated by Equinox Gold’s recent divestment of Brazilian assets to focus on tier-one projects and manage debt. Beyond his mining endeavors, Beaty is deeply committed to environmental conservation through his philanthropic work. Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:58 – Gold Bull Market Phase 00:03:04 – Exploration Under-Investment 00:05:09 – Lessons from Past Cycles 00:06:40 – Investment vs Mining Differences 00:09:49 – Ross’s Company Categories 00:11:40 – Spotting Special Projects 00:13:20 – Project Evaluation Criteria 00:16:28 – Commodity Fundamentals Analysis 00:21:30 – Common Mining Pitfalls 00:23:00 – Growth and Debt Risks 00:24:05 – Industry Dilution Problems 00:26:30 – Equinox Brazil Divestments 00:29:10 – Future Plans Philanthropy 00:30:23 – Concluding Thoughts Guest Links: Website: https://www.equinoxgold.com Foundation: https://sitkafoundation.org Ross Beaty is a renowned Canadian geologist, mining entrepreneur, and philanthropist with over 50 years of experience in the international minerals and renewable energy sectors. Born in Vancouver in 1951 to a forestry entrepreneur father and a teacher mother, Beaty earned degrees in geology and law from the University of British Columbia, followed by an MSc in geology from Imperial College London. His career began in the 1970s, blending scientific expertise with business acumen to build a legacy of resource innovation. Beaty founded Pan American Silver Corp in 1994, where he serves as Chair Emeritus, growing it into a global leader in silver production. He is currently Chair of Equinox Gold Corp’s Board of Directors, a position he has held since its inception in 2017. Over four decades, he has founded and divested more than a dozen public companies, including Equinox Resources (sold in the 1990s) and Alterra Power Corp, a clean energy firm, generating an estimated $6 billion in shareholder value. A former President of the Silver Institute in Washington, DC, Beaty is a Fellow of the Geological Association of Canada, Society of Economic Geologists, and Canadian Institute of Mining. Beyond business, Beaty is a passionate environmental advocate. He co-founded and presides over the Sitka Foundation, focusing on biodiversity conservation in British Columbia through strategic grants and impact investing. He chairs the BC Parks Foundation, serves as a director for Panthera and the Pacific Salmon Foundation, and is Patron of the Beaty Biodiversity Centre at UBC. His accolades include induction into the Canadian Mining Hall of Fame (2018), the Order of Canada (2017), and an honorary Doctor of Laws from UBC (2018). An optimist at heart, Beaty champions a shift from consumerism to conservation. Married to physician Trisha Beaty, he enjoys beekeeping, cider production, and sea kayaking in Howe Sound. His journey from mining magnate to green evangelist exemplifies resilient entrepreneurship.

Can you sue your neighbour if their light display is too bright? Can you get an injunction to prevent people from seeing the display because it's causing traffic chaos on your street or perhaps they are trespassing? A UBC law professor is taking a light-hearted look at legal issues around the holidays. Guest: Adam Hofri-Winogradow - UBC Professor at the Peter A. Allard School of Law Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the span of his illustrious career, Mike began by starting the first storefront law office in Canada, and establishing the UBC law school legal advice clinic (1968-71).  He then went on to serve for four terms as a Vancouver Alderman (1972-980), until he became a tremendously successful and articulate Mayor of Vancouver for three terms (1980-1986).  In that position he played a prominent role in establishing Vancouver as one of the world's most livable cities through effective land use and planning. Mike then moved on to serve as the 30th Premier of British Columbia (1991-1996), where he extended the boundaries of quality of life in urban areas, with the 1995 Growth Strategy Act. In that position he played a prominent role in establishing Vancouver as one of the world's most livable cities through effective land use and planning. Mike then moved on to serve as the 30th Premier of British Columbia (1991-1996), where he extended the boundaries of quality of life in urban areas, with the 1995 Growth Strategy Act. Among his many noteworthy achievements at that time was his success in safeguarding more than 12 percent of the province's land base, establishing 500 new protected areas. After retiring from politics, Mike made headlines in 2002, when a devastating six-metre fall left him partially paralyzed. He has shown incredible physical, emotional and spiritual strength in his remarkable recovery, and published a book about his ordeal called Plan B – One Man's Journey from Tragedy to Triumph. Following his accident, Mike became actively involved in spinal cord research and education, working with the Rick Hansen Man in Motion Foundation on International Collaboration on Repair Discoveries (I-CORD) and chairing the Spinal Cord Injury Quality of Life Advisory Group. As a self-described "recovering politician," Mike was appointed Federal Commissioner on the British Columbia Treaty Commission in 2003. He has always been an avid supporter of aboriginal economic development, and his commitment to the treaty process is long-standing; as Premier in 1992, he signed the agreement establishing the Commission – the neutral body responsible for facilitating treaty negotiations among the governments of Canada, B.C. and First Nations in B.C.  In recognition of Mike's exceptional community contributions, Simon Fraser University presented Mike with the 2019 President's Distinguished Community Leadership Award.

Three Salish asterisms are lighting up the winter skies, and to learn more about the stories behind them, UBC researcher Dr. Shandin Pete joins us to share his Indigenous astronomical knowledge. Guest: Dr. Shandin Pete - Assistant professor in the department of earth, ocean and atmospheric sciences at UBC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nelson Dellis is a six-time USA Memory Champion, Grandmaster of Memory, and one of the world's foremost experts on training the mind. Driven by his grandmother's struggle with Alzheimer's, he turned an average memory into a world-class superpower using ancient techniques and now teaches others to do the same. As founder of Climb For Memory, he scales the planet's highest peaks, including multiple Everest expeditions, to fund Alzheimer's research and prove that mental and physical resilience go hand in hand.   In this mind-expanding episode, Nelson reveals how anyone can transform their memory from forgetful to unforgettable, including: The ancient origins of the memory palace and why these techniques powered civilizations long before writing existed Step-by-step guidance on building your first memory palace and mastering the Major System for numbers Instant hacks for remembering names, speeches, grocery lists and a live demo that will blow your mind Why memory training builds focus, presence, and creativity in an age of endless digital distraction The future of human memory as AI takes over storage and how keeping this skill sharp could define our humanity This is a thrilling, practical conversation for anyone ready to reclaim their mind, boost daily performance, and discover that superhuman memory isn't a gift. It's a skill waiting to be unlocked.  

Reunited and it feels so good! On a live edition of Huckin' Eh, Danie Proby is back as she joins Theo to recap the year that was. Then it's time for two powerhouse guests as Justin Podnar (Team Canada, Furious George, UBC) and Alyssa Mason (Team Canada, 6ixers) join for insightful individual interviews. We ask the good stuff as Justin talks about spirit and reputation along with the learnings he has had as a player, while Alyssa shares her experience with injury, takes on some past seeding drama, her iconic playing style and advice for future players.

Roy L Hales/ Cortes Currents - A new study found that Northern Resident Killer Whales and Pacific white-sided dolphins have formed a cooperative hunting relationship to catch Chinook salmon in the Johnson Strait and Queen Charlotte Sound. The dolphins utilize echolocation to locate fish at depth, but their small teeth are designed primarily to grip prey, and they cannot swallow large species like Chinook salmon whole. Instead, dolphins locate the fish, and then wait for the killer whales move in to tear them apart, scattering bits of tissue and flesh into the water. Dr. Andrew Trites, a professor and director of the Marine Mammal Research Unit at UBC's Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries, explained, “The dolphins are getting leftovers, but that seems to be reward enough, so there's no competition for what is ultimately killed. Everybody comes out a winner.” This was the first time Customized Animal Tracking Solutions Tags (CATS) were used on whales and allowed the researchers to collect 3D kinematic data with video and acoustics, continuously recording high-resolution dive data, along with vocalizations and feeding-related sounds. “ This tag has got a video recorder. It's got a hydrophone. It's listening for all the calls that are being made by the killer whales, but it's also recording dolphin calls as we discover. It has a depth sensor so we know what depth the whale is at. It's got three-dimensional accelerometers. So we can reconstruct all the swimming movements of the whale, whether it turns or heads down or heads up. It does water temperature as well. So it's a very sophisticated fitbit that was designed to be put onto marine life, such as Killer Whales.” “All of my life I've seen whales from a boat, with a camera in hand or binoculars. Here we're getting a bird's-eye view with a drone, which others have used before, but for the first time, we got the orca eye view of what's really going on, and that changes everything, to see the world as the killer whales experience it.” Trites suspects but does not know if killer whales and dolphins cooperate in the same manner around Cortes, Read, and Quadra Islands. “ I don't know how frequently you see white-sided dolphins around Cortes. There is a resident population of white-sided dolphins living in the Salish Sea. I don't know much about their distribution and whether or not those dolphins behave the same as the ones that are up in Johnson Strait and Queen Charlotte Sound. Certainly, the northern residents that are going to your area know how to work with dolphins. The question is whether or not the dolphins in your area know how to hang out and work cooperatively with northern residents.” Initially, the research team believed these dolphins were harassing Southern Resident Killer Whales, but this perception changed after Keith Holmes, a drone pilot with the Hakai Institute, observed their interactions. He noted, “From above, you could see this incredible amount of activity. It was clear that there was some sort of communication happening, and they were actively foraging together,” as stated in the UBC press release. Dr. Sarah Fortune, the lead author and Canadian Wildlife Federation Chair in Large Whale Conservation, emphasized the significance of these observations by saying, “We've long known that resident killer whales interact with Pacific white-sided dolphins, but seeing them dive and hunt in sync with dolphins completely changes our understanding of what those encounters mean.”

What does effective therapy actually look like—and how would you measure it without turning the process into something cold or mechanical? In this episode, Mike sits down with Arron Lin—a UBC psychology graduate with a master's in innovation & entrepreneurship from Queen's, and a deep interest in the future of mental health. Arron is also currently studying counselling psychology, bringing a rare "both-sides" lens: the world of startups and systems on one hand, and the human realities of healing on the other.  Arron shares his story of moving to Canada as a teenager, navigating culture shock, identity, and the emotional pressure that many people carry silently while trying to succeed. From there, we dig into measurement-based care / feedback-informed treatment—how clinicians can track progress, strengthen the therapeutic alliance, and why honest feedback is often the missing ingredient in good therapy (even when everyone says they want it).      We also flip the script. Arron interviews Mike on the difference between self-awareness vs. overthinking, how rumination disguises itself as insight, and how real change comes from pairing insight with action. Finally, we zoom out to the future: where tech and AI can expand access and improve care—without ever replacing the human relationship at the heart of healing.   Please Subscribe to my YouTube - YouTube Subscription Link Chapters: 00:00 Self-awareness vs overthinking (the big misconception)  00:44 Episode intro + what we're covering today  02:30 Why measurement-based care + tech matters in therapy  03:08 Arron's background + immigration journey  05:56 "Tiger mom" culture + education expectations  10:13 Moving at 17, ESL, first job, discrimination  16:46 What schools miss: emotional health + financial literacy  18:41 Why humans struggle to talk about emotions  22:30 Parenting, boundaries, truth, and responsibility  27:49 Arron's personal mental health tools + therapy journey  29:52 Emotional health = self-awareness (and mindfulness)  32:11 How to tell self-awareness from rumination loops  38:12 Family duty, collectivism vs individualism, immigrant tension  49:58 Measurement-based care / FIT explained (what it is)  52:18 Alliance feedback, therapist defensiveness, radical honesty  1:03:27 AI + tech: enhance humans, don't replace them Disclaimer Professional medical care and psychotherapeutic services are not offered on this Youtube channel. It is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such condition Seeking professional support is encouraged if you think you have an issue and that you want help.  

In this episode of the Canadian Podcast, Zak speaks with Tracey Lundell, Senior Investment Advisor and wealth management specialist with over 31 years of experience helping clients build, protect and transfer wealth with intention.Tracey works closely with business owners, executives, nonprofit organizations and pre retired and retired individuals who need advanced investment strategies, tax planning, fixed income expertise and long term wealth and philanthropic planning. She explains how personalized financial planning and disciplined investing create stability across market cycles.Based in British Columbia and serving clients across BC, Alberta, Ontario and Nova Scotia, Tracey shares insights on navigating complex financial decisions, preserving capital, planning for retirement and aligning wealth with values. She also discusses how innovation and client experience shape modern wealth management.The conversation explores Tracey's background, including her education at UBC, her Chartered Investment Manager designation, and why continuous learning matters in today's financial landscape. Tracey also highlights her lifelong commitment to community involvement and charitable leadership across Canada.This episode is ideal for anyone interested in wealth management, investing strategies, retirement planning, tax efficiency, legacy planning and using financial success to create long term impact.Learn More about Tracey by visiting: https://www.harbourfrontwealth.com/team-members/tracey-lundell/

Marine researchers are baffled. Orcas and dolphins have been seen hunting together for the first time. What does this indicate? Guest: Andrew Trites - Professor and director of the Marine Mammal Research Unit at UBC's Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Stewart joins Jerry at the party table for Party for Two. Dr. Christine Korol, a psychologist and professor at UBC talks about holiday burnout. Dan Riskin is here with the top weekly science stories! Plus. Federal public servants will have different levels of return to office rules.

Neste episódio especialíssimo, o Cueca Apertada mergulha no universo do Art. 171 do Código Penal, o clássico Estelionato — o crime mais amado pelos golpistas e mais odiado pelos boletos pagos. Com linguagem simples, humor inteligente e base técnica sólida, o episódio acompanha a trajetória completa do golpista, desde o golpe inicial (com artifício, ardil ou outro meio fraudulento), passando pela investigação, denúncia, defesa, audiência de instrução, julgamento, recursos e finalmente… o Trânsito em Julgado. Você vai entender: ✔️ O que realmente diz o Art. 171 e por que ele é tão versátil✔️ Diferença entre estelionato, furto e roubo✔️ O papel da Representação após o Pacote Anticrime✔️ Como funciona a investigação e o trabalho da Polícia Civil✔️ A atuação do Ministério Público ao decidir denunciar, arquivar ou pedir mais diligências✔️ A defesa do réu, a audiência de instrução e a importância da prova do engano✔️ Como funciona a sentença, as penas, os regimes e as substituições✔️ Tudo sobre os recursos até chegar ao Trânsito em Julgado Entre piadas, cultura pop, referências jurídicas e comparações improváveis com Harry Potter, videogames e o Datena, este episódio entrega conhecimento real com a leveza que só o Cueca Apertada sabe fazer. "Personagens, nomes e indícios relacionados de HARRY POTTER são marcas registradas e de propriedade da Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Todos os direitos reservados. O MUNDO MÁGICO de J.K. Rowling é uma marca registrada de J.K. Rowling e Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Os materiais da série de filmes Harry Potter são cortesia da Warner Bros. Entertainment."  Músicas utilizadas: "Malandro é Malandro e Mané é Mané"Composição: J. LaureanoIntérprete Original: Bezerra da SilvaTodos os direitos reservados aos autores, editores e produtores fonográficos originais. O uso desta obra deve ser autorizado pelas entidades gestoras de direitos autorais competentes, como Abramus ou UBC." ______ “171" Intérprete: Sem Miséria Letra: Yuri Green e LM Base: Forage the Kid Mixagem e Master : Felipe Ferreira Baixo: Bruno Silva Gravação : Studio Reluz ___________ "Eu Sou 157" (ou Artigo 157)Compositores: Paulo Eduardo Salvador (ou Paulo Brown/Mano Brown) e Edivaldo Pereira Alves (ou Edi Rock), conforme créditos oficiais da obra.Gravadora (Fonograma): Cosa Nostra.Ano de Lançamento: 2002.Álbum: Nada Como um Dia Após o Outro Dia (Volumes 1 & 2).  _________ "Tema da Vitória"Composição: Eduardo Souto NetoPerformance (versão original): Roupa NovaCortesia: Rede Globo __________ "Walk" (Pantera) Compositores: Philip Hansen Anselmo, Rex Rocker (Rex Brown), Dimebag Darrell (Darrell Lance Abbott) e Vinnie Paul (Vincent Paul Abbott). Gravadora original: Atco Records. Editoras: Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Cota Music, Inc.  ______ "La ballata di periferiaComposição e Letra (Autor): Philippe Lhommet ______________ "Masser" de The Elder Scrolls V: SkyrimComposição por: Jeremy SoulePropriedade intelectual e direitos autorais © 2011 Bethesda Softworks LLC, a ZeniMax Media company.

In this episode of Occupied Thoughts, FMEP Fellow Ahmed Moor speaks with author Naomi Klein about her new essay, "Surrealism Against Fascism," (published in the Equator, 11/26/25), and the questions of whether we need new institutions, what happens next in Palestine, the meaning of fascism and what resistance to it can and may look like. Naomi Klein is an award-winning journalist, columnist, and the international bestselling author of nine books published in over 35 languages including No Logo, The Shock Doctrine, This Changes Everything, No Is Not Enough, On Fire, and Doppelganger: A Trip into the Mirror World which won the inaugural Women's Prize for Non-Fiction in 2024. A columnist for The Guardian, and contributor to Zeteo, her writing has appeared in leading publications around the world. She is the honorary professor of Media and Climate at Rutgers University and is Associate Professor in Geography at the University of British Columbia where she is founding co-director of UBC's Centre for Climate Justice. Ahmed Moor is a Palestinian-American writer born in Gaza and a 2025 Fellow at FMEP. He is an advisory board member of the US Campaign for Palestinian rights, co-editor of After Zionism (Saqi Books) and is currently writing a book about Palestine. He also currently serves on the board of the Independence Media Foundation. His work has been published in The Guardian, The London Review of Books, The Nation, and elsewhere. He earned a BA at the University of Pennsylvania and an MPP at Harvard University. You can follow Ahmed on Substack at: https://ahmedmoor.substack.com Original music by Jalal Yaquoub.

Dr. Raoul Goldberg is a renowned integrative medicine practitioner with decades of experience blending conventional medical expertise with holistic approaches to empower individuals toward optimal health. As a leader in integrative health practices, he has inspired countless people through his innovative methods, combining physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of healing. His work emphasizes patient empowerment, preventive care, and the transformative potential of addressing the root causes of illness. In this enlightening episode, Dr. Goldberg shares his insights on revolutionizing health and wellness, including: The principles of integrative medicine and how they bridge conventional and holistic approaches How the PATH method helps break free from addictive behaviors by addressing underlying emotional and psychological patterns The role of nutrition, lifestyle, and emotional well-being in preventing and healing chronic conditions Practical tools for fostering resilience and vitality in the modern world The future of healthcare in integrating holistic practices with cutting-edge medical advancements This is an inspiring conversation for anyone curious about the future of medicine, the power of holistic health, and the path to a vibrant, balanced life.

Dr. Laura welcomes Dr. Shahana Alibhai, a TEDx speaker, bestselling author, family physician, and medical director of The Foundry Abbotsford, to the show to talk about her book, Feel Better, and the need for more focus on mental health, especially for youth. Dr. Shahana points out that medicine is very focused on illness, on diagnosing disease and offering treatment, whereas mental health requires holding space for belonging, acceptance, and mattering. She and Dr. Laura explore what it takes to navigate emotions and thrive in life.The proceeds from Dr. Shahana's book sales go to support youth mental health agencies, and she drew on her own experiences with postpartum OCD and the reluctance she felt, as a physician, to seek professional help. Dr. Shahana and Dr. Laura explore the coping mechanisms we turn to and whether they're useful long-term, the benefits of being open about our emotional states, and the lessons in Feel Better. Dr. Shahana likens understanding others to envisioning an invisible chalkboard above them listing what's really going on in their lives, the parts we don't automatically see. This is a beautifully authentic conversation that sheds light on the reality of what emotional struggle is, how to cope with stress and anxiety, and how to prolong the joy we seek.“Does it come as a friend and leave as a friend, or does it come as a friend and leave as an enemy? … Vaping, substances, alcohol, the list goes on and on. Comes as a friend. Of course it works. It works oftentimes. Leaves as an enemy. It takes more from you than you want.” - Dr. Shahana AlibhaiAbout Dr. Shanana Alibhai:TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and powerhouse in the field of emotional health. As a dedicated family physician and Medical Director at Foundry Abbotsford—British Columbia's largest youth health centre—Dr. Shahana has made it her mission to empower others with the tools to navigate their emotional well-being.Her debut book, Feel Better, endorsed by the legendary Mel Robbins, soared to #1 in and Parenting on Amazon. A sought-after speaker, she has worked with top organizations like Yale University, UBC, Scotiabank, and Remax, bringing clarity to the crucial connection between emotional and mental health.Dr. Shahana's insights have captivated audiences on major media platforms, including CTV and Global, and her wisdom has even made it to Hollywood—the quote, “We do not suffer from a lack of joy, simply a lack of recognizing it”, was handpicked for an award-winning planner gifted to celebrities at the Oscars. She has also been featured in Medium - Authority Magazine, where she shared her expertise on emotional resilience and well-being. In recognition of her impact, she has been nominated for the prestigious 2025 YWCA Women of Distinction Award.Passionate about education and outreach, she created the groundbreaking "Think Like a Doc" program, where students step into the shoes of a physician, learning about both their physical and mental health. She has also contributed to global mental health initiatives, volunteering her time to support communities in developing nations like Nepal.Beyond her work in medicine and advocacy, Dr. Shahana is a proud mom to three energetic young boys who keep her on her toes and continuously teach her the true meaning of patience, resilience, and joy. Balancing a thriving career with the beautiful chaos of motherhood, she brings a refreshingly real and relatable perspective to her audiences.When she's not on stage, in the clinic, or chasing after her little ones, Dr. Shahana serves as a National Accreditor for the College of Canadian Family Physicians and has been a mentor in the UBC Faculty of Medicine Residency Training Program. Her TEDx talk, "Emotional Literacy for Better Mental Health", has resonated with thousands, cementing her as a leading voice in the space of well-being and resilience.With a unique ability to blend science, storytelling, and real-world strategies, Dr. Shahana leaves every audience inspired, informed, and ready to feel better. Resources:Website: DrShahana.comLinkedInYouTubeInstagramBook: “Feel Better” by Dr. Shahana Alibhai, MD Learn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.live“I Wish I'd Quit Sooner:  Pre-orders: Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic Boss” by Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett - Pre-orders and AmazonFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology Pre-order Dr. Laura's new book today: I Wish I'd Quit Sooner: Practical Strategies for Navigating a Toxic Boss Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In our final episode of 2025, hosts Carol Eugene Park and Jeevan Sangha connect with Dr. Lesley Cormack, Principal and Deputy Vice-Chancellor of UBC's Okanagan campus, for a conversation about UBC Okanagan's 20th anniversary. They discuss the extraordinary growth the campus has seen over the past two decades, and talk about the important connections that have been made between the institution and the region it calls home.Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Contact CarolContact JeevanFrom Here Forwardalumni UBCUBC OkanaganDr. Lesley CormackPodium Podcast Company (00:00) - Introduction (02:32) - Reflections on five years at UBCO (04:11) - Research highlights (06:16) - How the geography shapes campus life (08:15) - Key milestones in UBCO's 20-year history (10:48) - Growing pains of a rapidly expanding campus (11:55) - UBCO's Future goals (13:29) - Where to decompress on campus (14:01) - UBCO through the five senses (18:40) - The Unique Joy of a Small Campus (20:03) - Outro

How will Alberta's proposed pipeline impact B.C.'s North Coast (1:08) Guest: Simon Donner, Professor at UBC's Department of Geography The Week That Was in Politics (14:04) Guest: Keith Baldrey, Global B.C. Legislative Bureau Chief How warmer winters are changing your Christmas tree options (28:36) Guest: Sally Aitken, Professor at UBC's Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences Should Vancouver approve social housing high-rises without public input? (38:21) Guest: Michael Geller, President of The Geller Group, Architect, Planner and Real Estate Consultant The Wrap - Airport dresscode: When did pajamas and slippers become your flight fit? (50:00) Plus, should you separate celebrities from their controversial opinions? Guests: Sarah Daniels, real estate agent in South Surrey; author and broadcaster Steven Chang, Producer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: Sally Aitken, Professor at UBC's Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Premier David Eby is butting heads with Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith over plans to build a new bitumen pipeline to our north coast. UBC political scientist Richard Johnston joins the show to talk about the fallout from the pipeline memorandum of understanding, and how people are feeling about Carney's leadership and what's next for B.C.

A post-pandemic UBC study shows growing developmental challenges for BC children, raising concerns about long-term impacts.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/post-pandemic-study-shows-developmental-drop-in-bc-kindergarteners   PODCAST INFO:

Guest: Dr. Martin Guhn, Associate Professor at the Human Early Learning Partnership, in UBC's School of Population and Public Health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ottawa announces support for steel and lumber sector, but shuns B.C. in Alberta deal? (1:07) Guest: Mackenzie Gray, Global News Ottawa Correspondent Honda Celebration of Light shut down by lack of funding (9:26) Guest: Michael McKnight, co-chair of the Vancouver Fireworks Festival Society B.C reviews its volatile post-secondary system (16:59) Guest: Barj Dhahan, Co-founder and director of the Canada India Education Society Did CleanBC's review sidesteps energy affordability concerns in B.C.? (27:55) Guest: Ryan Mitton, Director of Legislative Affairs for B.C. with the Canadian Federation of Independent Business B.C.'s kindergarteners continue to struggle in development post-COVID-19 (34:37) Guest: Dr. Martin Guhn, Associate Professor at the Human Early Learning Partnership, in UBC's School of Population and Public Health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I sit down with Jasmine from UBC — the woman who built one of the most powerful creator communities in the industry — to break down how she grew 55,000+ members by leading from her feminine.This is not the typical “strategy talk.”This is the identity, embodiment, and nervous system behind exponential community growth.We dive into:✨ How Jasmine scaled UBC to tens of thousands of members with energy first, tactics second✨ The feminine leadership codes that created loyalty, retention, and cult-like community activation✨ Why most people overthink visibility — and how she holds massive audience growth with ease✨ The moment she stopped forcing her strategy and her movement exploded✨ Her exact mindset for building a global creator brand while staying grounded in her body✨ The new era of community: content + feminine power + nervous system capacityWhether you're a business owner, creator, or community builder — this conversation will flip your understanding of growth, identity, and feminine leadership.

Our friend Tariq Hussain from UBC's Creative Writing department returns with his class for a special broadcast on CiTR. This year, the class focussed on musical Theatre and the class was kind enough to share dramatic readings from their musicals. 1. Werther's Original Werther's Original is a musical written by Jadan Vines that follows Tyler, a young bride, who, upon discovering her mother's unwanted mingling in her relationship, runs away to her estranged Aunt Deborah's diner. When familial secrets are revealed, the women of this family must learn how to let go, hold on, and move forward with love. Writer: Jadan Vines Song Title: “Get Outta Here” Director: Fredy Espinoza-Dinsdale Performances: Bree Barton, Tami Adewakun, Ash Wong, Fredy Espinoza-Dinsdale, Jadan Vines 2. A Day Underground A Day Underground is a musical by Tami Adewakun, directed by Marina Nefedova and performed by Chris Lam and Stephanie Ionescu. It's a rom- com about two childhood best friends, Micah and Theo who have a somewhat fateful collision in the London Underground at the ages of 24. It's been 12 years since they last saw each other and as they decide to embark on one of their favourite childhood past times…station hopping across London, secrets about their pasts and presents are revealed as well as their feelings towards each other. Think Before Sunrise meets Past Lives... Song title: “This is London” 3. Cleaning Your Room Cleaning Your Room is a musical written by Stephanie Ionescu, directed by William Rubel, and performed by Jadan Vines and Esar Rabadi. Short summary: In this musical that follows the rocky relationship between a daughter (Jadan Vines) and her mother (Esar Rabadi), university freshman Elaine firmly believes that her dorm room is haunted, as she comes back home after each class to misplaced items and folded laundry. In truth, her lonely mother has been visiting her dorm in secret and cleaning after her. What will happen once Elaine pieces it together? Song Title: "Ghostly Things" 4. BETTER BETTER is the first act of a musical written by Bree Barton, directed by David Loti and performed by Ash Wong, Ross Fairbairn, Cat Stark, and Bree Barton. BETTER is a story about a family. Sixteen-year-old Gem (Ash Wong) struggles to find her place at high school. Her dad Stuart (Ross Fairbairn), a failed science fiction author, sinks into depression. Gem's mom Madeline (Bree Barton), a bipolar quantum physicist, searches desperately for a parallel universe where she hopes to find a version of herself, her husband, and her daughter that's just a little bit... better. Together, Gem, Stuart, and Madeline must grapple with the question: What does it mean to be enough? "Not Quite" - Cat Stark "Remaindered" - Ross Fairbairn "A Little Bit" - Ash Wong & Bree Barton

Bob Watson Discusses Large-Scale Systems Transformation, His Life in Science Assessment, and the Need for Trust in an Anti-Science EraGlobal science assessment goes far beyond crunching numbers and tallying up abstract human impacts: it is about convincing the world to act. Recalling his life in leadership with co-hosts Kai Chan (professor and Canada Research Chair at UBC) and Maia O'Donnell (UBC graduate in soil science and producer of the Small Planet Heroes podcast), Robert (Bob) Watson narrates his path from early training in atmospheric chemistry to high-stakes positions at NASA, the White House, and chairing organizations like the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES). Bob reveals how speaking up for the environment means rising above politics. Yet confronting so many unknowns, including corruption and intense disparities in power, access, and resources, is often at great personal cost.In the quest for transformative systems change, Bob reminds us that seeking a consensus while tackling massive problems means making sense of a lot of noise. Much of it is negative, even paralyzing. He asks us instead to answer, whether with our phones, wallets, or simply more open minds, the call for a more grounded, evidence-based, and mindful future for everyone.

Former VGH vascular surgeon and UBC professor York Hsiang explains why BC's health-care crisis is about to get worse.He breaks down Bill 36/HPOA, what it could mean for doctors, psychologists, and patients, why rural ERs keep closing, and how “guidelines” can limit real treatment options. York also teases his updated book Audible Bleeding and new Substack, “The Analytical Scalpel.”Are you a healthcare professional?Fill out this survey.The survey needs to be filled out by thousands of Health Care professionals to let the government know if they are leaving their profession as of April 1st.https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScud30CsHMkSczEpSHofV-V5LGJ7chrpWTcMwo5mFLFLfs72g/viewform?usp=headerAlso the website that houses all of the HPOA information since Jan 2023  is bcrising.ca/hpoaBill 36 is no longer named that... in the BC Legislature it is called: HPOA...here is the link to the 645 clauses and 245 pages.https://www.leg.bc.ca/parliamentary-business/overview/42nd-parliament/3rd-session/bills/3rd_read/gov36-3.htmFinally you can write a letter to the MLA Health Critic Anna Kindy how the HPOA will impact you as of April 1st 2026 and how serious your concerns are. Anna.Kindy.MLA@leg.bc.ca Connect with York:“The Analytical Scalpel” (Sub-stack coming soon!)Book: Audible Bleeding (updated edition forthcoming)

Host Maxwell Porter is joined by two experts to explore the geological and tectonic evolution of the iconic Laramide Porphyry Copper Province, focusing on its complex geodynamic history and the key exploration criteria that define this world-class copper belt. Our guests share complementary academic and industry perspectives, offering insights drawn from decades of research and field experience.The Geological Framework and Exploration vectors in the Globe-Miami DistrictOur first guest is Dr. Robert Lee. Robert earned his PhD at Oregon State University studying the El Salvador porphyry copper deposit in Chile. He then joined Freeport-McMoRan as a greenfields exploration geologist working across North America, the Philippines, and Europe. In 2014, he moved to UBC's MDRU, leading and contributing to research projects on tools to vector towards economic ore deposits, across the Western Tethyan Belt to the Andes and British Columbia. Since 2022, Robert has been a Principal Geoscientist with BHP's Generative Porphyry Copper team. His expertise centers on porphyry copper formation, mineral chemistry, and innovative tools for exploration, including zircon as a vector to ore.Tectonic controls on porphyry deposit formation in ArizonaOur second guest is Professor Thomas Lamont. Thomas is a structural geologist and petrologist whose work links tectonics, crustal evolution, and the formation of major ore systems. His research combines field mapping with advanced analytical tools, from EPMA and thermobarometry to isotopic and geochronological techniques. He completed his DPhil at the University of Oxford, investigating how the Cycladic Islands in Greece evolved from a compressional to an extensional tectonic regime. In a later postdoctoral role, he focused on the Laramide porphyry province of the southwestern United States, showing how flat-slab subduction drove water-fluxed melting and porphyry copper formation. Thomas now leads research into how subduction geometry shapes the thermal and mechanical state of the lithosphere and its mineral endowment in addition to other topics, as an assistant professor of Structural Geology and Tectonics at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.Many thanks to VRIFY for sponsoring Season 5 of Discovery to Recovery.Theme music is  Confluence by Eastwindseastwindsmusic.com 

In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price is back for our annual recap of the IASLC 2025 World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC), which took place in Barcelona, Spain in early September. He is joined by two special guests, Dr. Barbara Melosky, Professor of Medicine at UBC and Medical Oncologist at BC Cancer, and Dr. Peter Ellis, Professor of Oncology at McMaster University and Medical Oncologist at Juravinski Cancer Center. They chat about all the updates for treatments like osimertinib for EGFR+ lung cancer, immunotherapy for small-cell lung cancer, and promising new treatments like for HER2 and ADCs coming down the pipeline.

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a bill requiring the U.S. Department of Justice to release the investigative files of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The Justice Department has 30 days to publicize the files, but aspects linked to criminal investigations could be withheld. Terri Givens, a political science professor at UBC, takes your questions about the Epstein files story as she discusses its potential impact on U.S. politics.

During Hour 3 UofA Pandas Hockey Head Coach Howie Draper joined the show discussing his team's season-to-date and this weekend's set hosting UBC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Kershaw, policy professor at UBC and the founder of the think tank "Generation Squeeze", which advocates on behalf of young adults, explains why Canadian youth are feeling increasingly financially insecure, locked out of home ownership, ignored by their governments, and tasked with bearing the financial burden of their financially secure elders.   The Hub is Canada's fastest growing independent digital news outlet.   Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get our best content when you are on the go:  https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple) https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify)  Want more Hub? Get a FREE 3-month trial membership on us: https://thehub.ca/free-trial/ Follow The Hub on X: https://x.com/thehubcanada?lang=en   CREDITS: Amal Attar-Guzman - Producer  Elia Gross - Sound Editor Harrison Lowman - Host   To contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts email support@thehub.ca.

Terre Satterfield Explores Queasy Questions, the Quest for Environmental Justice, and the Narrative Imperative in Ecosystems Services ResearchQueasy questions shake us. It's that nervous strangeness of surveying the very limits of what we know. For Dr. Terre Satterfield, anthropologist and environmental social scientist, that queasiness has fueled a career bridging critical and constructive perspectives. In this conversation with UBC colleagues and co-hosts Kai Chan (professor and Canada Research Chair) and David R. Boyd (professor and legal expert on human rights and the environment), Terre unpacks ecological justice, cultural ecosystem services, and the value of stories in reshaping how we see culture, land, and justice itself.Across decades of research, mentorship, and collaboration (especially with Indigenous communities), she has shown that respect is non-negotiable, that stories are truths, and that futures worth striving for are co-produced. The trio reflects on the responsibilities of scholars and the power of empathy in navigating transformative change. The result is a deeply human conversation on how to listen, learn, and lead one another toward more just and livable futures.*Terre gratefully acknowledges the work of Nicole Kaechele, Ph.D. Candidate at IRES, for their collaborative work on compensation. Nicole's research centers the revitalization of Indigenous legal processes and the negotiation of compensation agreements for historical losses (read more here).Keep up with Terre: UBC ProfileLinkedInEpisode Transcript, with Annotations

In this episode, Mark sits down with Richard McIlmoyle, a chiropractor from British Columbia who went through a profound professional transformation after discovering modern pain science. Richard shares his journey from biomechanical certainty to embracing uncertainty, and how that shift has made him a better clinician and mentor.In this conversation, you'll discover:How to mentor students without destroying their foundational confidenceWhy intellectual humility is your greatest clinical assetThe tension between what we're taught in school and what science actually showsHow Richard approaches manual therapy from a macro-down perspectiveWhy he audited UBC's medical school pain curriculum (and what he found)Richard's story is a masterclass in professional evolution. From attending the San Diego Pain Summit in 2015 to now influencing medical education in British Columbia, he demonstrates what's possible when clinicians choose curiosity over certainty.*********************************************************************

We just announced the details for our upcoming Pet Photos with Santa event at the Shipyards Christmas Market and that led to a discussion about pet names. Do you ever recycle the same name for different pets? Some do...and they come with interesting stories. Plus: Metro Vancouver's first ever clothing-optional fundraiser! Did Jason Kelce disrespect Canada...again? A preview of this weekend's Homes for the Holidays event at UBC's Cecil Green Park House to benefit the YWCA's Housing Action Fund

Most world-changing startups don't die from lack of money or market fit. They die because the founder never becomes the CEO the mission needs. Jonathan Lowenhar has spent 10 years helping hundreds of founders make that leap before it's too late. In this episode he gives you the exact tools that decide whether your mission lives or dies: The critical difference between being a great founder and a great CEO Why 90 % of startups fail, and the day-one patterns that predict it Venture funding vs. philanthropic capital: how to choose the model that protects your mission The live 5-minute exercise Jonathan used to stress-test Aaron's own clarity and blind spots Staying Curious Over Toxic Certainty: the mindset that turns conflict into alignment Aligning leadership, systems, and purpose from day one The daily ritual Jonathan has kept for twelve years that prevents burnout Real examples of founders who recovered after hitting hidden failure modes Want to make the leap yourself? Jonathan just opened CEO Bootcamps built exactly for this moment: → (December 2 & 3, 2025): https://enjoythework.com/a-new-kind-of-ceo-bootcamp/ Required pre-reading (5 minutes that will change everything): From Founder to Master Operator – the blog post that started it all https://enjoythework.com/blog/from-founder-to-master-operator If you're building something that has to outlive you, this episode + bootcamp combo is the fastest way to guarantee it does.

The Canadian men's team began their November tour of Europe in Bucharest, as they faced Romania for the Cernavodă Cup. With a new-look team, and away from home, Canada fell to the hosts, 31-21.In Major League Rugby, the Utah Warriors announced their withdrawal from the tournament, as MLR 2026 is set to go ahead with only 6 teams - the fewest for a season in MLR history.And the lads celebrate UBC on securing their second, consecutive USPORT Women's Rugby Championship, as well as look ahead to the Canadian Unviersity Men's Rugby Championship.

In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Mike Desjardins, CEO of ViRTUS, a leadership expert who has spent more than two decades helping leaders transform not just their businesses, but their people. Mike challenges what we think leadership really is, revealing why emotional intelligence is not a soft skill, but the concrete foundation for every result that truly matters in business. Discover the Leadership Triangle (IQ + EQ + AQ), why "the me has overtaken the we" threatens our collective future, and how curiosity becomes the most powerful tool a leader possesses.Ready to master the systematic approach to extracting and applying leadership wisdom? Join Simon's exclusive Masterclass on The Models Method: https://thesimonbowen.com/masterclassEpisode Breakdown00:00 Introduction and "As go the leaders, so goes the world" 05:11 The first-time leader trap: why personal excellence doesn't equal leadership success 08:47 Why you manage processes but lead people17:18 Teaching EQ practically across industries 24:32 The five components of emotional intelligence and building them in children 34:42 Adaptability Quotient (AQ) and operating with resilience in VUCA environments 37:20 Why subject matter expertise is just table stakes 42:43 The erosion of truth in leadership and untruth by omission 45:04 Expanding emotional vocabulary and the wheel of emotions 47:15 How curiosity builds instant connection 48:11 The $330,000 deal closed in 5 minutes after 55 minutes of genuine connection 54:15 Play and curiosity as the pathway to AI fluency 59:40 From fragmentation to collaboration: "The me has overtaken the we"About Mike DesjardinsMike Desjardins is CEO at ViRTUS, where he drives strategy, growth, and vision. With a Bachelor of Commerce from UBC's Sauder School of Business, a CPHR designation, and over two decades of experience transforming businesses, Mike is a master in strategy and leadership development.From entrepreneurial businesses to large public companies and public-sector organisations, Mike focuses on driving return on investment in every client engagement. He is passionate about leveraging his team to co-create ViRTUS's future vision and using ViRTUS as his vehicle to empower leaders both within the company and among their clients.Mike has been a member of the Entrepreneurs' Organisation (EO) since 2002 and served as President of the Vancouver Chapter. He received the Business in Vancouver Top 40 Under 40 Award in 2006 and served on the Board of Directors for CPHR BC from 2010-2016.Connect with Mike Desjardins: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikedesjardins/ Website: https://www.virtusinc.com/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1i7yNzzuOnFa3CRf0Oynsf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtus.inc/ About Simon BowenSimon has spent over two decades working with influential leaders across complex industries. His focus is on elevating thinking in organisations, recognizing that success is directly proportional to the quality of thinking and ideas within a business. Simon leads the renaissance of thinking through his work with global leaders and organisations.Connect with SimonLinkedIn:

The COP 30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, kicked off Monday with UN Secretary General António Guterres warning of a lack of climate leadership. UBC political scientist Kathryn Harrison joins the show as we ask viewers if climate policies are falling by the wayside and what it may take to make climate change a political priority.

David R. Boyd on Levering Transformative Change for a Healthy Environment from a Global Legal Perspective In the coastal Wild West, when laws and justice do not align, the town can summon an environmental cowboy, someone able to negotiate a way out of the hair-trigger standoff to turn towards the sun. Leaving the Alberta Rockies behind in the rearview mirror of a Greyhound bus, lawyer, academic, and frontier spirit David R. Boyd has gone on to sheriff local, national, and international courts. While fulfilling mandates for governments and non-profits alike, he has also published several influential books, partnered with Indigenous and youth activists, and advocated tirelessly for the human right to a healthy environment.Breaking bread with fellow hosts and UBC colleagues Kai Chan (professor and Canada Research Chair) and Clare Price (graduate student in soundscapes and urban transformation), David reminds us there is always an impetus to stand up for what's right for nature—and for us. Whether performing site visits in the imperiled South Pacific for the UN or explaining how investing in women and girls empowers everyone, David knows that paving the way for transformative policymaking is just one avenue to changing lives for good.Keep up with David: UBC ProfileGoogle ScholarAnnotated Transcript, with Links

NBA illegal gambling & rise of sports betting culture (0:40) Guest: Sandy Garossino, Former Crown prosecutor and Columnist with the National Observer Surging gold prices (11:38) Guest: Robert Levy, director at Border Gold Corp. Should Surrey entertainment district plan should be on election ballot (18:56) Guest: Linda Annis, Surrey City councillor The cryptocurrency exchange Cryptomus fined record $177M by Fintrac (26:38) Guest: Werner Antweiler, Associate Professor at UBC's Sauder School of Business Canada's pivot to Asia: How real is it? (38:27) Guest: Jeremy Nuttall, Reporter at Green Street News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

B.C.'s housing policy “troublesome”, says View Royal township mayor (0:45) Guest: Sid Tobias, Mayor, Township of View Royal B.C. Conservative management joins list of people who want John Rustad out (11:24) Guest: Richard Zussman, Global B.C. Legislative Reporter What does PM Mark Carney have in store for the federal budget? (21:38) Guest: Mackenzie Gray, Global News Ottawa Correspondent How do babies learn language? How ‘Mama' and ‘Dada' can help (37:43) Guest: Dr. Alexis Black, associate professor at UBC's School of Audiology and Speech Sciences Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of YourForest, Matthew Kristoff and Dr. Jennifer Grenz discuss the necessity of decolonizing land management by being "rooted in truth" - acknowledging the historical and ongoing legacies of colonialism that shape current ecological systems. Dr. Grenz, an Nlaka'pamux woman and the Founding Director of the Indigenous Ecology Lab at UBC, advocates for "Two-Eyed Seeing": braiding Indigenous knowledge and Western science to create a stronger, more resilient approach to stewarding our landscapes. The conversation explores how understanding this history is crucial for developing human-centric and effective solutions to environmental challenges.

We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps and Major League Soccer chat and interviews. It was a heartbreaking weekend for the Whitecaps, who battled valiantly for 80 minutes down a man at home to Dallas but couldn't find the point they needed to finish top of the MLS Western Conference. Great defending, a lack of finishing, and some questionable refereeing saw the 'Caps fall to second in the standings, setting up a more difficult playoff path ahead, ironically kicking off against that same Dallas side. We delve into all of that and a lot more, plus ponder what Whitecaps might be in the running for the end of year MLS awards. We also bring you a media roundtable with Whitecaps GM and Sporting Director Axel Schuster. A new stadium, ownership, Thomas Müller's future, Axel's future, end of year roster decisions, player pathways, the FIFA takeover of BC Place, and the club's relationship with the Canadian Premier League are all covered in the 46 minute discussion. Our feature interview this week is with a new Whitecaps signing that arrived with an injury but is ready to go for the playoffs, Belgian defender Joedrick Pupe. We chat with Joedrick about coming to Vancouver and MLS, his footballing journey, playing style, and more, plus as a co-owner of a coffee shop, we find out if he fancies a chocolate digestive. We also chat with rising Whitecaps homegrown Rayan Elloumi about his time away with Tunisia's U23 side, his experiences in the country, and is the door still open for playing for Canada. Music-wise, Kneecap continue their residency as our Album of the Month, we've Britpop songs from Longpigs and Heavy Stereo, and MC Devil feature in Wavelength with a song about the Belgian national team. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.26: Intro - mazes and the undeniableness that is UBC soccer 08.40: A discussion on refereeing, accountability, and communication 22.00: Dallas destroy Whitecaps dreams of finishing first in MLS West 52.30: The Whitecaps playoff redemption arc set to begin 69.37: Axel Schuster media roundtable 125.40: Jesper Sorensen reflects on the regular season 130.25: Which Whitecaps players deserve MLS season honours? 138.00: Jesper Sorensen - MLS coach of the year, but will he get it? 158.00: Joedrick Pupe interview 167.37: Anyone Fancy A Chocolate Digestive? - Joedrick Pupe 171.15: Rayan Elloumi on his Tunisia U23 experience 177.00: Wavelength - MC Devil - Deviltime

Jamie Brooker is the co-founder of Kahoot!, the game-based learning platform that has transformed education for over 70 million users worldwide, and the visionary behind We Are Human, a collective dedicated to building values-driven tech for social good. Now, with his latest venture, Project Align, Jamie is helping organizations realign teams and leaders around transformative, purpose-led goals. His innovative approach to behavioral design and habit formation has sparked positive change across education, health, and beyond. In this inspiring episode, Jamie dives into the power of intentional tech design, sharing: How Kahoot! revolutionized learning by blending fun with lasting behavioral change Lessons from Nir Eyal's Hook Model and building “tech for good” that fosters positive habits The mission of We Are Human and its focus on values-based solutions for global challenges The mission of We Are Human and its focus on values-based solutions for global challenges How Project Align empowers organizations to reconnect with their core purpose The magic of working with the same trusted team across Kahoot!, We Are Human, and Align   This is a must-listen for anyone curious about using technology to drive meaningful impact, align teams, and create a better world through purposeful innovation.  

This week on Better Buildings for Humans, Joe Menchefski explores the brilliant intersection of physics, daylighting, and human well-being with Dr. Lorne Whitehead of the University of British Columbia. A physicist, inventor, and serial entrepreneur, Lorne shares how a lucky mistake in grade nine launched a lifelong journey into the science of light. From pioneering daylighting systems and launching tech startups to enhancing human health with spectral design, Lorne's work has quietly reshaped the way we experience buildings, screens, and even greenhouses. With wit and wisdom, he unpacks the power of “enlightened compromise” in building design—and why the sun might be our most underutilized wellness tool. Tune in to discover how light, innovation, and thoughtful design converge to make our buildings not just smarter, but better for humans.More About Dr. Lorne Whitehead Dr. Lorne Whitehead is the University of British Columbia's Special Advisor on Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Research and a professor in the Department ofPhysics and Astronomy. He has held several administrative positions includingAssociate Dean, Dean pro tem, VP Academic & Provost and Leader of EducationInnovation. He holds over 150 US patents that find application in computerscreens, televisions and lighting products and has launched seven spin-offcompanies. He received a Ph.D. in Physics from UBC and has considerableexperience in technological, business and administrative innovation. From 1983to 1993 he served as CEO of TIR Systems, a UBC spin-off company that grew to200 employees before being acquired by a multinational corporation.Contact:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorne-whitehead-36831622a/?trk=public_profile_browsemap&originalSubdomain=ca Where To Find Us:https://bbfhpod.advancedglazings.com/www.advancedglazings.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/better-buildings-for-humans-podcastwww.linkedin.com/in/advanced-glazings-ltd-848b4625https://twitter.com/bbfhpodhttps://twitter.com/Solera_Daylighthttps://www.instagram.com/bbfhpod/https://www.instagram.com/advancedglazingsltdhttps://www.facebook.com/AdvancedGlazingsltd

On Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Daniel Tausan (founder, Timeline Sciences; stem-cell biology, UBC; former Canadian National Water Polo athlete) to challenge quick-fix health culture. Daniel explains why rebuilding health starts at the foundation—habits, movement, and precise language—rather than supplements or shortcuts. We get into interpreting bloodwork for everyday people vs. trained bodies, how to train for longevity (not just performance), and why pain is a signal to engage with—not numb. If you want a direct, science-grounded path to durable health, this conversation delivers practical clarity you can use today.   About the guest  : Daniel Tausan is the founder of Timeline Sciences. With a background in stem cell biology and predictive health analytics, and experience as an athlete and coach, he helps people align actions with biology to build resilient, long-term health.   Key takeaways: Health rebuilds from fundamentals: daily choices that align biology, mindset, and context—not surface fixes. Early asthma, allergies, and gut issues pushed Daniel to study regeneration and physiology through practice, not theory alone. Modern exposure and information overload make clarity essential; use science to navigate, not to chase trends. Pain is data. Don't rush to numb it; investigate and act so it can guide repair. Movement is the “human tax.” Train for a lower resting heart rate, better lung capacity, and elastic neuromuscular patterning for quality longevity. Read labs in context: civilian, health-challenged, or trained/resilient bodies live in different physiological ranges. You don't need an athlete's mindset to be healthy. Favor honest feedback, sustainability, and enjoyment to prevent injury and promote adherence. Precise language shapes mindset and outcomes. Define what you mean by “science,” “spirituality,” and “health” to choose better actions. Genes are rarely destiny for most people; many outcomes are modifiable through behavior and environment. Think in multi-year arcs. Periodize effort, keep it fun, and get social or coaching support when motivation dips.   How to connect with the guest   Website: https://timelinesciences.com   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?   DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik   Disclaimer   This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. 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