Podcasts about North Vancouver

Send us a textGiven the various challenges in the United States, many US residents are looking for information about how to immigrate to Canada. Tahmina speaks with David Kika, an immigration expert practicing Canadian immigration lawDavid Kika is a seasoned business immigration professional based in North Vancouver, BC, with deep expertise in Canadian and international immigration pathways. He supports clients with LMIA applications, work permits (including NAFTA/CUSMA, CPTPP, and CETA), and both provincial and federal permanent residence programs such as BC PNP, Express Entry, and others across Canada. David also handles family sponsorships and a range of other immigration applications. Prior to his Canadian practice, he worked in the Czech Republic assisting Japanese automotive executives with European work permits and corporate matters. David brings a global perspective and practical experience to every client he serves.You can contact David at David Kika Immigration Consulting | BBB Business Profile | Better Business Bureau and find him on LinkedIn at David Kika | LinkedInTahmina Talks Immigration and The Startup Visa podcast series are produced and edited by Tamanna Jahan. Special thanks to our series sponsor, Pinnacle Plan Writing for making these episodes possible. You can visit their website at https://www.pinnacleplanwriting.com/Check out Tahmina's books at www.tahminawatson.com and our startup visa series which is intended to be your toolbox for the success of your immigration journey.  And if the world is feeling heavy right now, cultivate joy in your life with Tahmina's journal Finding Joy series. Here's a link to her best selling new coloring book: Color Your Joy: Birds and Wildlife Coloring Book: Watson, Tahmina, Jahan, Tamanna, Watson, Sofia, Watson, Sarina: 9798988507239: Amazon.com: Books Be sure to follow us on our website www.watsonimmigrationlaw.com and Tahmina's author page on Amazon Amazon Author page and her author website www.tahminawatson.com. Sign to our blog- and connect with us on on social media:LinkedIn - Watson Immigration Law and Tahmina WatsonTwitter - @TahminaTalksInstagram - @TahminaTalksFacebook - Watson Immigration LawFind us at watsonimmigrationlaw.com

What if 2026 isn't about trying harder - but about aligning deeper?What if it wasn't about resolutions - but an opportunity to reclaim your joy and the magic of who you are.In this very special New Year's Eve episode of The New Truth, I'm joined by one of my oldest and dearest friends - we've walked beside each other through every new beginning since I was 19 years old.Farhad Khan is a world-class yogi, sound bowl healer, entrepreneur extraordinaire and overall magical human - and in this conversation, we drop into something far more powerful than New Year's resolutions.You will learn:Why 2026 is a potent energetic reset — not just another yearHow to consciously close cycles instead of dragging them forwardThe difference between forcing goals and allowing magicNervous system regulation, embodiment, and why your body must feel safe to receive moreThe spiritual AND practical foundations of creating a truly aligned lifeWhat it actually means to live in devotion to your truthThis episode is grounding, expansive, deeply loving and so real- and the perfect way to cross the threshold into a new year with intention, clarity, and an open heart.If you're ready to stop surviving and start receiving…If you're calling in more ease, pleasure, love, purpose, and magic…This conversation is your invitation.About The Guest:With a deep passion for sound healing, Farhad Khan brings a truly devotional and expansive healing quality to his work and performance. Using sound healing as a wellness therapy tool, Farhad's intuitive way of weaving all that he has learned on his path is memorable and leaves your mind elevated and your heart full of joy.Farhad's journey with yoga began in 2001. The profound impact of yoga on his well-being led him to fully embrace its principles and philosophies, making it his life's purpose. Having studied with various teachers from around the world, Farhad teaches from his heart and welcomes everyone to bask in the many gifts this practice offers. He has over 10,000 hours of Yoga Alliance certifications, skilled in a variety of styles including Hatha, Vinyasa, Restorative, Yin, Somatic, Nidra, and Kundalini. His extensive training includes time spent in ashrams in India, where he deepened his understanding of yoga and meditation.Farhad founded a Yoga & Wellness Studio in North Vancouver in 2007, where his dedication to the essence of yoga and sound healing flourished. After 15 successful years, he sold the studio to focus on meditation and sound healing, inspired by their profound effects on the brain and nervous system. Since then, he has facilitated workshops, sound baths, and teacher training sessions across Vancouver and abroad, integrating Eastern wellness practices into modern life.Farhad is also a certified yoga life coach, meditation teacher, and sound healing practitioner. He has worked with various sound healers over the years and continues to offer his transformative services to elevate spirits and support healing. Having personally battled anxiety and depression, Farhad shares tools and practices from his own journey, aiming to offer peace, empowerment, and joy to all those who attend his teachings. His mission is to elevate the spirit through sound and experiential journeys.Additionally, I've created the Farhad Khan Wellness line,...

Have you ever thought that there might be a future version of you wishing you had made different decisions at this time? Then you'll want to listen to this episode, where Diane discusses what your future self is urging you to do before the year ends. Our host, Diane Rolston, guides you through a powerful reflection exercise and reveals the invitation your future self urgently wants you to say yes to.Listen to learn these key takeaways:The three critical questions to ask your future selfWhat your future self doesn't want more of (hint: it's not just hustle and burnout) and what they're actually craving insteadThe four things your future self is asking for right now and why support isn't weaknessWhy early January sets the tone for the entire year and how choosing support early creates ease laterThe invitation your future self wants you to say yes to How starting the year with clarity, confidence, and connection prevents second-guessing and wasted time throughout the yearWhy choosing alignment before habits lock in is the secret to a completely different yearThe powerful lesson of choosing yourself early, and why other people will always try to take your time and agenda firstWhy you don't need a perfect plan, anything figured out, or even a business to attend this event belowJoin the Women's Business Success Seminar on January 8th in North Vancouver (morning and afternoon sessions available - only 10 spots each!). https://business-success-seminar.dynamicwomen.biz/Can't make it in person? Join the waitlist for the online version: https://keap.app/contact-us/8964039388713353Plus, don't miss the FREE 5-Day Reset (December 28 - January 2). Upgrade by donation to support women's shelters and join live Zoom coaching sessions. https://keap.page/mw315/5-day-reset-2025-2026.htmlWant to be invited to join Diane's NEW high-level, like-minded group of women? Email her at diane@dianerolston.com.Do you prefer reading blogs or watching videos?Read Diane's blogs here: https://www.dianerolston.com/blogWatch Diane's videos here: https://www.youtube.com/@CoachDianeRolston

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.

If you've been listening to the Dynamic Women Podcast and you're building a business, you're going to want to pay attention to this episode because our host, Diane Rolston, has a very special Christmas gift for you. She reveals what she's bringing back in 2026, following her recent experience at the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers convention, which reminded her of the irreplaceable power of in-person connection.Listen to learn these key takeaways:Why December is the perfect natural pause point for reflecting on what you've built and imagining what's coming nextThe three essential elements that create real momentum (and why they start with the letter C)The honest truth about being successful - you can still crave connection, be confident and still want a stronger circleWhy being in the right room expands your thinking and creates energy that consuming information alone never canThe difference between surface-level networking and intentional spaces that combine heart with kick-butt informationWhat Diane is bringing back to her roots after years of online-only events, and why she's craving intimate gatheringsReady to step into 2026 with clarity, confidence, and connection? Grab your ticket to the Women's Business Success Seminar on January 8th 2026 in North Vancouver. Only 10 spots per session available! Use this code WBSFREE to grab your free access: https://business-success-seminar.dynamicwomen.biz/Can't make it in person? Join the waitlist for the online version coming later: https://keap.app/contact-us/8964039388713353Want to be invited to join Diane's NEW high-level, like-minded group of women? Email her at diane@dianerolston.com.Do you prefer reading blogs or watching videos?Read Diane's blogs here: https://www.dianerolston.com/blogWatch Diane's videos here: https://www.youtube.com/@CoachDianeRolstonThis show's host, Diane Rolston, is called THE Expert on Being Dynamic and living a Dynamic Life. She specializes in coaching high-achieving women who want to be successful AND satisfied. She is a Certified Professional Coach, International Speaker, 11-time Author, and host of the five-time award-winning Dynamic Women Podcast, ranked in the top 2.5% of podcasts.Diane has been recognized with multiple awards for her professional accomplishments and for the powerful impact she has on the women she inspires and empowers. Chicken Soup for the Soul co-creator Jack Canfield describes her as “an amazing woman” doing “incredible work helping women develop holistic lives of balance.”Through her program, VA Made Easy, she helps entrepreneurs go from task overwhelm to business ease by hiring and training Virtual Assistants for them while also providing proven systems, processes, and strategies for success.Outside of her work, Diane is a mother of two, a soccer player, and a stand-up comedy rookie,...

Metro Vancouver and B.C.'s Fraser Valley remain under an Environment Canada yellow warning as an additional 50 to 70 millimetres of rain is expected to fall in Coquitlam, Maple Ridge and the North Shore. Mike Little, the mayor of North Vancouver, joins the show to discuss the state of weather preparations in his community. Federal Emergency Management Minister Eleanor Oszewski defended Ottawa's flood response by referring to what she called a "modernized" Disaster Financial Assistance Program, but municipal leaders such as Abbotsford Mayor Ross Siemens say more support is needed. Princeton Mayor Spencer Coyne, whose community was devastated by the 2021 floods, joins the show to discuss the accessibility of disaster relief supports.

Five years into planting The Way Church in Vancouver and five years into The Pastorate, Jason steps into the guest chair to reflect on what he's seeing in the Canadian church and what gives him real hope for pastors today. In this role-reversal episode, Jordan interviews Jason about his life as a local pastor, the story behind The Pastorate, and why he still wants to serve pastors as a practitioner, not a commentator.Jordan and Jason talk about:How Jason's pastoral curiosity shapes the way he hosts the podcast and listens to guests,Planting The Way Church during the pandemic and how that journey has run alongside The Pastorate's first five years,A concrete story of church revitalization through The Way's “marriage” with Sutherland Church in North Vancouver, and what it meant for legacy, humility, and hope,The current pastoral landscape in Canada: a shortage of pastors, but a deep hunger, especially among younger leaders, for character, depth, and a real life with God,The power of small pastoral cohorts and friendships: sharing burdens, praying together, rejoicing and mourning with one another, as a key to staying in ministry for the long haul,What's next for The Pastorate: retreats, cohorts, city meetups, and the dream of a national gathering that centres on Jesus and the renewal of the church in Canada.The episode ends with Jason speaking directly to pastors, a reminder that God's kingdom is at hand, that shepherding a local church is costly and precious work, and that one day in the new creation, the unseen faithfulness of ordinary pastors and congregations will matter more than we can even begin to imagine.Show NotesAlex and Caleb's Story | a film by The PastorateAaron's Story | a film by The PastorateThe Way ChurchThe Way CollegeGive to The Pastorate's Year End CampaignEmerging Leaders Lab ApplicationPartnersWe couldn't do the work we do at The Pastorate without your generous support. We invite you to pray, share, and ⁠give⁠ towards seeding a hope-filled future for the Canadian church.Special thanks to the Canadian Bible Society for making this episode possible. We invite you to explore their ⁠Bible Course⁠ to help your church grow in Scripture engagement.

1.(2:13)  DJZigZag Intro of 2025 Re-Wok 2.  (3:32)  "Merry Christmas Mama (Instrumental)" - BILL COSBY [Capitol 45rpm No. 4523] 1977 - Arr. Written & Prod. by Stu Gardner 4.  ( :07)  WAGRadio Xmas 2010 ID w/ Blu Mankuma 5.  (2:56)  "Go Tell It On The Mountain" - LYNDA RANDLE [Gaither Music / Spring House Music Group Cd] 2005 6.  (  :08)  SDF Wong & DJZZ 7. (4:17)   "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" - JIMMY SMITH [Verve Vinyl Lp No. V6 8666 "Christmas Cookin'"] 1964 - Ernie Royal, Bernie Glow, Danny Stiles, Joe Wilders (tpts), Jimmy Cleveland, Chauncey Welsh (tmbns), Paul Faulise, Tommy Mitchell (bs tmbns), Earl Chapin, Don Corrado, Morris Secon, Jimmy Buffington (f. hrns), Kenny Burrell, Wes Montgomery, Quentin Jackson (gtrs), Art Davis (bs), Grady Tate, Billy Hart (dms), George Devans, Ray Barretto (perc), Margaret Ross (hrp), Jimmy Smith (org), arr. by Billy Byers, Al Cohn 8.  (4:12)  "White Christmas" - THE TEMPTATIONS [Motown] 1970 9.  (3:07)  "Merry Christmas Mama (Vocal)" - BILL COSBY [Capitol 45RPM No. 4523] 1977 - Arr. Written & Prod.  by Stu Gardner 10.  (3:10)  "This Christmas" - DRU [Greenhill Music / Universal] 2010 11.( :29)  DJZZ gets lost in Mrs. S.D. Fonk Wong's butter tarts 12.( 4:21)  "The Christmas Song" - AARON NEVILLE [A&M] 1993 1 13.( :08)  WAGRadio XMAS ID w/ Blu Mankuma 14.(4:21)  "Plum Puddin'" - RAMSEY LEWIS TRIO [Cadet Vinyl LP No. 745 "More Sounds of Christmas"] 1964 - Eldee Young (bs), Isaac "Red" Holt (dm), Ramsey Lewis (pn) 15.( :11)  SDF Wong & DJZZ 16.(3:32)  "First Day Of Snow" - HEATWAVE [Epic Vinyl Lp] 1979 17.( :08)  The Spinners Xmas Greeting - from promo 45rpm "Seasons Greetings From Motown" [Motown] 1966 18.(2:21)  "Christmas Time Pt. 1" - JIMMY McCRACKLIN [Art-Tone 45rpm No. 826] 19.(4:42)  "When Christmas Comes" - Mariah Carey & John Legend [Island Records] 20.(4:36)  "Christmas Time Is Here" - Gabriel Mark Hasselbach [Wind Tunnel] - from album "Gabriel's Holiday Notes" 21.(2:52)  "Go Tell It On The Mountain" - SWAN SILVERTONES [Vee-Jay Vinyl Lp] 1959 22.(3:36)  "Snowbound" - RAMSEY LEWIS TRIO [Cadet LP 745 "More Sounds of Christmas"] 1964 - Isaac "Red" Holt (dm), Eldee Young (bs), Ramsey Lewis (pn) 23.(2:36)  "Christmas In The Ghetto" - BIG DADDY RUCKER [GME 1326] 1965 23.(3:10)  "Soulful Christmas" - JAMES BROWN [King Vinyl Lp] 1968 24.( :16) DJZigZag 25.(5:37)  "Silent Night" - THE TEMPTATIONS [Gordy 7082] 1980 26.( :07)  WAGRadio ID / Duke of the Four Tops Christmas Greeting [Motown] 27.(3:49)  "Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town" - THE DAVE BRUBECK QUARTET [Telarc Distribution Vinyl Lp "A Dave Brubeck Christmas"] 1996 - Gerry Mulligan (tn sx), Dave Brubeck (pn) 27.( :08)  DJZZID 28.(3:22)  "White Christmas" - BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA [Hob Vinyl LP HOB281 "The Gospel At Christmas" (Var. Art.)] 1966 29.(3:27)  "Dance Of The Sugarplum Fairy" - THE SOULFUL STRINGS [Cadet Vinyl Lp No. LPS 814 "The Magic Of Christmas" ] 1968 Arr. & Cond. by Richard Evans 30.(5:03)  "Silent Night Sermon" - ROBERT BANKS with THE GOLDEN VOICES ENSEMBLE [Verve] 1967                                                                31.(2:38)  "Run, Rudolph, Run" - CHUCK BERRY [Chess 45rpm No. 1714] 1958 78:50

It has been just 18 months since British Columbia launched Bill 44—the Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing (SSMUH) initiative—and already the landscape of urban development in the province has shifted in ways few could have predicted. Hundreds of multiplex permit applications have been submitted across B.C., the first wave of completed projects is beginning to emerge, and municipalities that once resisted density are now formally adopting the provincial framework. Just this week, the City of North Vancouver officially passed its zoning amendments, opening the door to multiplex development across one of the most land-constrained communities in the region.On paper, this all signals momentum. But in practice, the path to delivering “Missing Middle” housing has proven far more complex.Nowhere is that tension clearer than in Burnaby—one of the earliest and most enthusiastic adopters of Bill 44, and now one of the loudest voices pushing back. Residents have raised concerns about scale, height, setbacks, and parking. And in response, the city has revised its bylaws, reducing allowable height, shrinking lot coverage, expanding setbacks, and increasing parking requirements. These changes may soothe neighbourhood discomfort, but they also directly affect the number of new homes that can realistically be built. We also get into a new, one of a kind single family project launch in Burnaby that is uniquely suited for downsizers and/or growing families.To help us understand what all of this means—not just for Burnaby, but for housing supply across the entire Lower Mainland—we're joined by someone at the forefront of multiplex development: Bill Laidler. Bill is a leader in the Missing Middle space, with more than 400 homes in development. He is a developer, educator, and one of the most articulate advocates for creating generational housing—helping grandparents live near their grandkids, while unlocking attainable ownership for young families. His previous two appearances on this channel are among our most viewed ever.Today, Bill walks us through the real impacts of Bill 44 so far: what's working, what isn't, and how recent municipal pushback could reshape the next decade of housing supply. We discuss the political friction between provincial goals and municipal authority, examine the Burnaby bylaw changes in detail, and explore whether multiplexes can meaningfully improve affordability—or risk becoming another high-priced, low-yield form of stratified ownership.We also dive into the biggest challenges affecting feasibility today: high construction costs, stricter parking requirements, and the difficulty builders face securing financing for small-scale multi-unit projects. Bill offers candid insight into which barriers matter most—and what practical solutions could unlock real progress.Finally, Bill shares a behind-the-scenes look at some of Laidler's upcoming multiplex communities and how they aim to set a new standard for livability, design, and family-oriented density.If you're wondering where the future of multi-family real estate investment is going and you want to understand where Missing Middle housing is truly headed—this is a conversation you won't want to miss. _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

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Nick Thran joins the podcast LIVE at the Fraser Valley Writers' Festival in Abbotsford, BC, to chat about his new book Existing Music. Andrew wonders about time in music and the passage of time. It's a joyous return to in-person Page Fright!--Nick Thran's newest collection of poems is Existing Music. His previous books include the mixed-genre collection If It Gets Quiet Later On, I Will Make a Display (2023) and three previous collections of poems. Earworm (2011) won the 2012 Trillium Book Award for Poetry. His poems have been anthologized in Best Canadian Poetry and The Next Wave: An Anthology of 21st Century Canadian Poetry. Thran lives on unceded Wolastoqey territory (Fredericton, NB), where he works as an editor and bookseller.--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.

Guest: Jonathan Wilkinson, Liberal MP for North Vancouver, and former federal Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered, "Can I go away and make money on my property?" Well, you definitely can, and you're going to want to listen to this episode as we talk about how you can make money while you're away during the FIFA World Cup 2026. Our host, Diane Rolston, sits down with Christa Rutherford of Sea to Sky Vacation Rental to explore this timely opportunity for homeowners in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and the immediate surrounding areas.Listen to learn these key takeaways:Why FIFA 2026 is creating a massive 70,000-bed shortage in Vancouver and what this means for homeownersThe surprising price difference between hotels (charging $1,000-$3,000 per night) and what homeowners can earn from their propertiesReal success stories: from funding a cross-Canada retirement road trip to putting kids through universityChrista's tried-and-true three-point plan for keeping neighbours happy and protecting your propertyThe biggest myths homeowners believe about short-term rentals and why professional hosting makes all the differenceHow Christa's done-for-you service handles everything from licensing and insurance to photography, vetting guests, and emergency maintenanceThe concierge-level extras that make properties stand out and keep guests coming back year after yearWhy waiting to list your property could cost you top dollar and why this opportunity extends far beyond FIFA weeksIf you're in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, or the immediate surrounding areas, visit Sea to Sky Vacation Rental to fill out the contact form and book your complimentary consultation with Christa. Don't miss this chance to capitalize on the world's largest sporting event coming to your backyard!Christa's Bio: Sea to Sky Vacation Rental was created by Christa Rutherford, a North Vancouver local with a passion for helping homeowners make the most of their properties without the stress of managing guests, maintenance, or marketing.Christa was working a typical 9–5 job, trying to balance the rising cost of living with raising her two young children. With her pay grade capped and expenses climbing, she needed a way to increase her income while still being present for her family. A friend suggested she try short-term renting the suite in her home. At first, Christa hesitated—she worried about privacy, the kinds of guests who might stay, and whether issues would arise. But after taking the leap, everything changed. The suite quickly became a huge success, consistently booking out and reaching a remarkable 95% occupancy rate. What started as a small idea turned into a life-changing opportunity—one that gave Christa both financial freedom and more time with her children.Seeing how this opportunity transformed her own life, Christa began to wonder how many other people would love to do this but don't have the time? I knew first hand what it felt like to be stretched then - wanting more time with family, wanting the financial ability to take a vacation, plan special events, tackle renovations and check off those ‘one day' wish list items, but not knowing how to get there.What started as a personal solution quickly grew into a passion: helping homeowners unlock extra income and finding solutions without adding more to their already busy schedules.After seeing friends struggle with unreliable property management and inconsistent results, Christa saw an opportunity to create something better — a boutique, relationship-based hosting service designed specifically for homeowners in North Vancouver and West Vancouver who want to rent their homes while they're away.Christa's Social Media links: Instagram: @seatoskyvacationrentalFacebook: Sea to Sky Vacation RentalWebsite:

Feliks Banel's guest on this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY is Bob Muckle, whose book, "Once Upon This Land: Archaeology in British Columbia and the Stories it Tells" was recently published by UBC Press in Vancouver, British Columbia. Robert J. "Bob" Muckle has been an archaeologist and educator in British Columbia for decades. His new book provides a comprehensive look at key archaeological sites in the province that illuminate thousands of years of history, and he takes time to define important terms and explain the evolution of archaeology in recent years, including working more closely with Indigenous peoples and BC's many First Nations. In our conversation, we go deep on a few particular stories, including ancient footprints along the BC coast, and very recent studies of "artifacts" left behind on the streets of Vancouver, BC during the COVID-19 pandemic. For more information about "Once Upon This Land: Archaeology in British Columbia and the Stories it Tells" from Robert A. Muckle and UBC Press: https://www.ubcpress.ca/once-upon-this-land Book Launch Event for "Once Upon This Land" on November 20, 2025 at the Museum of North Vancouver: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/book-launch-once-upon-this-land-tickets-1924927753729?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_source=UBC+Press+email+confirmation&utm_campaign=ca348f98da-Newsletter_Fall2025&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-d645ba7c0e-87058429 CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms' quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes.

This week on The Songwriter Connection, we welcome The Heels — three amazing, talented, and beautiful ladies whose songs, stories, and harmonies are lighting up Nashville!

The City is teaming up with the non-profit Swim Drink Fish to build a floating swimming platform right on the Burrard Inlet — complete with salt water pools, 50-metre swim lanes, diving platforms, and lounging areas. Guest: Linda Buchanan - Mayor of the City of North Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Register for the IDEA Symposium: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1571928493439?aff=oddtdtcreatorRegister for the Celebration of Planning: https://www.albertaplanners.com/civicrm/event/info?id=750&reset=1In this episode, our hosts chat with Neal LaMontagne, professional planner & academic about his perspectives on planning and pedagogy. Learn about the differences between various Canadian planning programs, the development of a planning school in Edmonton and what skills Neal sees as key to planning excellence in the future. Neal's Biography: Neal LaMontagne is a practicing city planner with a decade and a half of experience in the public and private sectors in California and B.C. Previously the Manager of Long Range and Community Planning for the City of North Vancouver, he seeks to shape the urban environment in a just, sustainable and collaborative manner through policy, regulation and community dialogue.Past experience includes work as a senior planner for the City of Vancouver on civic sustainability, transportation and housing issues, as a consultant on comprehensive city and local area plans, zoning codes, design guidelines, and urban design strategies in the U.S. and Canada, and as an adjunct professor at the NewSchool of Architecture and Design, San Diego State University and the University of California San Diego.Neal received his master's in urban planning from McGill University and is currently completing a PhD in urban planning at the University of California Los Angeles. His academic interests include urban design policy and regulatory frameworks, the political economy of the built environment, complexity and adaptive urbanism, urban design history and planning practice.

Daniel Cowper returns to talk about his new novel in verse, Kingdom of the Clock. Andrew asks about writing long poems. It's a poetic chat!Daniel Cowper is a poet and writer from Bowen Island, BC. His poetry has appeared in publications in Canada, the USA, and Ireland, including Arc Poetry, Vallum, Southword, and Barren, and has been long-listed for the CBC Poetry Prize. A chapbook of his poetry, The God of Doors, was published by Frog Hollow Press in 2017, as winner of its chapbook contest, and Grotesque Tenderness, a full-length collection, was published by McGill-Queens University Press in 2019. Kingdom of the Clock is his new novel in verse, out now with McGill-Queens University Press.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.

North Bay Resources CEO Jared Lazerson joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share exciting assay results from the company's Fran Gold Project in British Columbia, where gold grades ranged from 0.4 to over 2.9 ounces per ton. The assays, conducted by ALS Global in North Vancouver, were derived from four ~5-pound samples collected from alternating supersacks in a 20-ton test shipment. One of the samples exceeded the upper limit of testing and is now undergoing overlimit analysis. In addition, multi-element assays are underway to determine concentrations of copper and silver, with those results pending. Lazerson explained that the samples came from an area featuring a recently discovered massive sulphide surface outcrop, which previously returned 0.5 oz/t gold. This zone lies between Trench B and Trench C, both of which are known for high-grade gold mineralization, and grades appear to increase with depth. The mineralized material is characterized by gold, copper, and silver primarily hosted in chalcopyrite, marcasite, and spherulite/galena. In total, approximately 20 tons of ore were extracted, packed into supersacks, loaded, and shipped to the company's Bishop Gold Mill for further processing and analysis. These results underscore the high-grade potential of the Fran Gold Project and highlight North Bay's continued progress toward unlocking significant gold and base metal value within this emerging mineralized system. #proactiveinvestors #northbayresourcesinc #otc #nbri #PlatinumConcentrate #NorthBayResources #MiningNews #CaliforniaGold #JaredLazerson #GoldRush #stock #stockmarketnews ResourceEstimate #NorthBayResources #MiningInvestment #JuniorMining #GoldExploration #MiningFinance #MergersAndAcquisitions #GoldPrice #NI43101 #MiningNews #InvestorUpdate

Third time's the charm sometimes, and it was the case for Alexina! She had to be persistent and resilient, and was able to find a way through financial troubles to finish her Master's degree and start her own solo Canadian private practice.  In this podcast episode, we discuss why she chose to go solo rather than join an already-existing group practice and how she got to where she is today.  If you'd like some tips, advice, or just a good story of resilience from a fellow therapist, give this episode a listen!  MEET ALEXINA Alexina is a Registered Clinical Counsellor practicing in North Vancouver, BC. She opened her solo private practice 4 months ago, immediately upon registration with the BCACC, something she had never imagined she would do. Alexina has over 10 years of healthcare and mental health experience, from pharmacy assistant to the past Executive Director of the BC Psychological Association. When she's not working, she's either watching TV or running the trails on the North Shore. Learn more about Alexina on her practice website, LinkedIn, and Psychology Today profiles.  In this episode:  Becoming a therapist  Why go back to school after working? Going into solo private practice How the practice is going   Alexina's advice to private practitioners  Becoming a therapist  Alexina's route to working as a therapist was roundabout.  Alexina applied to Yorkville and got in, but couldn't afford the tuition because she was accepted on such short notice, and didn't have enough time to sort out student loans and payment plans. She was then suggested to try out Adler University, and that route worked!  Alexina was the Executive Director of BC Psychological Association for two of the four years that she worked there, and it provided her with the financial means to go back and complete her Master's degree.  Why go back to school after working? While Alexina enjoyed working as the Executive Director of the BC Psychological Association, she kept her eye on the prize of completing her Master's degree, and this was partially due to being motivated by the people around her.  Working allowed her the financial freedom to continue with her studies, and the motivation from her colleagues pushed her to return to school and complete her qualification.  Going into solo private practice  From Alexina's work, she knew about the different options that were available to her. She applied to organization jobs, but didn't hear back and decided to try reaching out to group practices. However, she ultimately decided not to go with a position in an already-established group practice.  Therefore, Alexina turned towards starting her own Canadian private practice, because she began to think more deeply about the benefits of solo practice.  How the practice is going  Right now, Alexina's practice is getting off the ground slowly.  ‘It's really difficult when you're a new practitioner of any kind in the community for people to find out that you exist, unless you're working with an existing practice or clinic somewhere.' - Alexina Picard  Alexina's been working hard to get her practice's name out there, but she has learned that these things simply take time, no matter how hard you work, and she's gotten okay with that.  Alexina's advice to private practitioners Learn as much as you can yourself. If you need to, consider putting your money to use by hiring a few professionals to set things up instead of spending money trying to do it yourself.  Connect with me: Instagram Website  Resources mentioned and useful links: Alison Chisholm: Building More Than a Private Practice | EP 177 Learn more about the tools and deals that I love and use for my Canadian private practice Sign up for my free e-course on How to Start an Online Canadian Private Practice Jane App (use code FEARLESS for one month free) Get some help and freebies on your website with WordPress!  Learn more about Alexina on her practice website, LinkedIn, and Psychology Today profiles Rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, and TuneIn

City of Vancouver Rental Housing plan gets voted down Guest: Lisa Dominato, ABC Vancouver City Councillor If the budget doesn't pass, could there be an election? Guest: Genevieve Tellier, Professor at the School of Political Studies at the University of Ottawa and Treasurer of the Canadian Study of Parliament Group Why is the CRA so terrible at doing its job? Guest: Vern Kirshna, Professor of Common Law at the University of Ottawa, and widely recognized national tax expert Canada Lagging behind other nations in healthcare needs Guest: Nadeem Esmail, the Fraser Institute's health policy director North Vancouver is giving away free trees Guest: Erika Nassichuk, North Vancouver environmental protection officer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fresh off a sleepless night thanks to an elderly, opinionated dog, Kyla and Paul dive into a tough week on BC roads and in BC politics. With the public-sector strike still at an impasse, they pivot to a spate of high-profile road-rage cases in North Vancouver, Winnipeg, and Ontario. Kyla explains why we don't need a new “road-rage law” when the Criminal Code already covers assaults, threats, dangerous driving, and leaving the scene, and offers practical advice: protect your own safety first and keep your cool. They then unpack “Xavier's Law,” a proposal to yank licences indefinitely after any fatal crash until charges are declined or a trial ends, and lay out the legal problems: undefined timelines, no clear trigger when prosecutors quietly decline charges, constitutional issues akin to Alberta's struck-down indefinite suspensions, perverse effects on plea discussions, and the fact that BC already has high-risk administrative prohibitions if police believe someone is unsafe. The Ridiculous Driver of the Week crosses the border to Florida, where a habitual violator on a driving prohibition left an idling car by a school and then allegedly punched and bit officers when told to shut it down—an object lesson in how quickly minor misconduct can become major charges. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com

How can we improve the decision making in others? When we are delivering adventure to others, it isn't just the leader that needs to have good judgment. In every activity, there is a degree of decision-making skills that participants are going to need to be able to have, and if they don't, the odds of achieving a good outcome start to go down.There is of course another dimension to this in that many guides and instructors aren't just leading guests, friends or family. They may also be supervising or working with other guides or instructors.In this episode, we are joined by master guide, instructor, outdoor educator and friend of the show Bruce Wilson. Bruce returns to Delivering Adventure to explore how we can help others to improve their decision-making skills.When it comes to outdoor education and leadership training, Bruce is literally a Jack of all trades. Bruce is an ACMG Hiking Guide. He is a sea kayak guide and guide trainer for the Association of Sea Kayak Guides. He is an avalanche educator for Avalanche Canada.Bruce is a certified instructor in the Wim Hof Method, he has a master's degree in leadership, and is a Vision Quest instructor, just to name a few of his many qualifications and certifications.He currently instructs the Outdoor Recreation Management Program at Capilano University in North Vancouver. He also provides coaching and guiding through his company Warrior Wolf Guide Services and Coaching.In this episode of Delivering Adventure, Bruce shares key strategies that leaders can use to help others to improves their decision making.Key takeawaysHow can we help others to make better decisions?Trust Them: Whether we like it or not, we have to trust the decision making and judgement of others. Micromanaging everything is not a sustainable option for anyone in a leadership position, and it can be argued that that isn't even leadership!Create Opportunities: We need to give people the opportunity to make decisions. Decision-making is a skill. To develop skills, people need time on task to practice.Right Process: Teaching them the right process can help to set them up for success. Part of this requires us to model and then explain what a good decision-making process is.Go to Completion: It is important to let people bring their decisions to completion: this allows them to see and experience the consequences firsthand. This increases learning.Take it Seriously: Treat every moment as if it is real. This can eliminate the risk of developing bad habits. It also maximizes the learning.Guest BioWhen it comes to outdoor education and leadership training, Bruce is literally a Jack of all trades. Bruce is an ACMG Hiking Guide. He is a sea kayak guide and guide trainer for the Association of Sea Kayak Guides. He is an avalanche educator for Avalanche Canada.Bruce is a certified instructor in the Wim Hof Method, he has a master's degree in leadership, and is a Vision Quest instructor, just to name a few of his many qualifications and certifications.He currently instructs the Outdoor Recreation Management Program at Capilano University in North Vancouver. He also provides coaching and guiding through his company Warrior Wolf Guide Services and Coaching.Guest Linkshttps://www.snowolf.caFollow or SubscribeDon't forget to follow the show!Share & Social Linkshttps://linktr.ee/deliveringadventure

A road rage incident in North Vancouver has sent one person to hospital and another into police custody. Atlas Driving School instructor Sean McDonald joins the show to talk about how to deal with road rage. We also talk to registered psychotherapist and author of The Rise of Rage, Julie A. Christiansen, and lawyer Kyla Lee, who will discuss what the law says about road rage.

Cory Brewer is the visionary entrepreneur and founder of Beyond Landscaping Ltd., a company renowned for its exceptional landscape maintenance, innovative design, construction services, and snow removal & Ice Management. Founded in 2016, Beyond Landscaping began as Cory's ambitious venture, transforming from a modest neighborhood lawn service into a multi-million-dollar enterprise. Now, the company is home to a dedicated team of over 40 full-time professionals and consistently exhibits remarkable year-over-year growth. Recently Cory joined forces with his cousin Brittany Demers and Market Hill, an agency that specializes in recruiting, placing, and ongoing training for skilled remote Executive Assistants for overworked small business owners. He brings with him not only his extensive network, but also his several years' experience with Virtual Staff and Executive Assistants. Cory's business acumen is backed by a robust academic background, including a Bachelor of Business Administration and an Advanced Certificate in Strategic HR Management. His entrepreneurial spirit is not just confined to landscaping; he extends his expertise as the President of Friendship Toastmasters in North Vancouver and as an EO Accelerator Coach, mentoring emerging companies. Cory's Website: www.beyondltd.ca

Rector's Cupboard in Alberta, Canada. We set out on a road trip to visit some regenerative farmers we first met three years ago. In this episode, Todd and Allison and Amanda speak about the trip and about a visit to the Pine Haven Hutterite colony. It is the season of harvest, the autumn. Winter is coming. Looking at the skies and reading the news can bring about the feeling that an apocalypse is imminent. However, in the context of obvious challenge, without denying the real difficulties that are present, we found in people who tend the land and provide nourishment for the world, a faith and hope that is enlivening. We saw both the wonder of the earth and the gift of humanity. In this mini-series, we'll be speaking (again) with Marcus Reidner, a regenerative farmer from Happiness By the Acre and Rod Olson, an urban farmer and director of Land of Dreams. Enjoy the episodes!   From our 2022 Alberta Road trip Leaving the World a Less Shitty Place with Marcus and Sarah Reidner  Soil as The Least of These with Rod Olson  Yakety Yak, Depth and Breadth of Life with Jerremie Clyde (We unfortunately were not able to see Jerremie and his lovely yaks on this trip)   References: Prairie Ranchers Beef, produced by Pine Haven Colony (also available at Two Rivers Meats in North Vancouver)  

Amy hosted a Burning Man in North Vancouver, Ryan booked a role and then just as quickly lost it, we chat American Apparel, Amy watched the documentary ‘Unknown Number', another riveting journal entry from Ryan, Amy lived through an earthquake in Santorini, Ryan's first ever concert was Garth Brooks and Amy's was Amy Grant lol, we listen to a dirty country song made by AI, Ryan tried another joke at trivia, a PLT story about risqué images on a phone, another PLT story about a messy pride day, and we play Heavy Metal Band or Hot Sauce! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Today we released part one of our interview with Monika Blichar. She's a creative entrepreneur based in North Vancouver, Canada.  Currently, she creates paintings, fashion, books and toys; and her colorful works are rooted in surrealism and pop art.  A serial entrepreneur, Monika founded Art World Expo in 2010 and launched the Art World Podcast in 2022.  She is also the owner of Monika's Art Boutique & Studio in North Vancouver, where she leads a team of educators and creators who service over 200 students monthly via art programs and specialty workshops for kids, adults and seniors. Tune in to be motivated by Monika's positive energy and collaborative approach to entrepreneurship! https://www.monikablichar.com/,  https://theartworldexpo.com/ and 

Ep. 98: Figuring out how to rebuild strength and confidence in parenthoodThis in-person conversation with Shayan Vaghayenegar, owner of Strength Connected is packed with honesty, strategy, and empowerment for anyone feeling, let's say "less strong" after having kids.We talk about how to reset your expectations (and your ego), find a realistic rhythm with workouts, and truly get strong—not just to look good naked, but to feel capable in every part of your life.→ WATCH ON YOUTUBE→ FULL SHOW NOTES & TAKEAWAYSIn this episode:The power of rebuilding from the ground up after parenthoodWhy your 20-something fitness mentality doesn't serve you nowWhat personalized fitness actually means—and how it's different from personal trainingHow stress, sleep, and identity shifts impact your bodyThe mindset shifts that help you build strength without burnoutRelated episodes:Ep. 96: Feel better NOW and find joy in life's little pleasures with Catherine Roscoe Barr – Spotify or Apple or YouTubeEp. 91: Feeling off? Use this 8-part check-in to realign your life  – Spotify or AppleAbout ShayanShayan Vaghayenegar is a personal trainer and founder of Strength Connected, a North Vancouver-based gym redefining how parents and professionals approach fitness. A former athlete with a background in human kinetics and OPEX coaching, Shayan helps people build long-term strength and confidence through sustainable, personalized programs that meet you where you are.Try Strength Connected's Personalized Coaching Kickstarter: Sign up for $74/weekFollow Shayan on Instagram: @strengthconnectedAbout Andrea Barr, host of All Figured Out:Andrea Barr is a certified career and life coach who helps ambitious parents take charge of their careers and lives with strategy, intention, and freedom. She rejects the idea that success requires sacrifice—showing parents how to create more time, flexibility, and fulfillment without burnout. Through her coaching, workshops, and podcast, All Figured Out, Andrea shares the strategies and mindset shifts parents need to design careers that fit their lives—so they can thrive at work and at home.Connect with Andrea via Instagram ⁠here⁠ or her website ⁠here⁠.

Today we released part one of our interview with Monika Blichar. She's a creative entrepreneur based in North Vancouver, Canada.  Currently, she creates paintings, fashion, books and toys; and her colorful works are rooted in surrealism and pop art.  A serial entrepreneur, Monika founded Art World Expo in 2010 and launched the Art World Podcast in 2022.  She is also the owner of Monika's Art Boutique & Studio in North Vancouver, where she leads a team of educators and creators who service over 200 students monthly via art programs and specialty workshops for kids, adults and seniors. Tune in to be motivated by Monika's positive energy and collaborative approach to entrepreneurship! https://www.monikablichar.com/,  https://theartworldexpo.com/ and  

Canada's housing market just dropped a fresh set of numbers, and depending on your lens, the story looks like either the start of a recovery - or the next chapter in a much longer crisis. In this episode of The Vancouver Life Real Estate Podcast, we take a comprehensive look at the national sales figures, falling rental rates, long-term home price forecasts, softening inflation, and the controversial foreign buyer ban. The narrative forming around Canadian real estate is one of contradiction - where current data trends directly oppose the longer-term projections.Starting with national home sales, July marked the fourth straight month of gains, with sales rising 3.8% month-over-month and a cumulative 11.2% increase since March. The GTA led the rebound, surging 35.5% from spring lows. Year-over-year, sales rose 6.6%. However, new listings and inventory remained virtually flat, with total active listings up 10.1% from last year. Despite these gains, sales volumes remain historically low. Benchmark prices are still down 3.4% compared to last year, though average prices are up a modest 0.6%, painting a picture of a market in limbo — balanced, but directionless.On the rental front, data from Rentals.ca and Urbannation shows a surprising national decline of 3.7% in average rents, bringing the Canadian average to $2,121/month. Vancouver saw a notable 9% drop year-over-year, with tenants now spending 37.5% of their income on rent — well above the 30% affordability threshold. One-bedroom units in North Vancouver now average $2,630, the highest in the country. However, the GTA presents a dramatically different picture. A report shows that Toronto is on track for a 235,000-unit rental deficit over the next decade, driven by a collapse in condo presales and a 50% drop in housing starts. Meanwhile, a new long-term forecast from Concordia University suggests that Vancouver detached home prices, currently averaging $2.4 million, could reach $3 million by 2032. Even if housing completions double — a goal many doubt is achievable — prices are still projected to rise to $2.8 million. On paper, this equates to a manageable 3.2% annual increase, yet it underscores the structural imbalance in supply and demand that continues to define Vancouver's market.One of the most thought-provoking topics in this episode is the renewed conversation around Canada's foreign buyer ban. Developers are lobbying to lift the ban for pre-construction units to revive sales, but public sentiment remains firmly opposed. Yet few acknowledge the irony: Canadians are the second-largest group of foreign buyers in the U.S., purchasing $6.2 billion worth of real estate in the past year. While countries like New Zealand and Switzerland restrict foreign ownership, Canadians remain free to buy abroad without similar restrictions. The U.S. has not imposed any such ban — and Canadians continue to snap up property there, especially in Florida.Ultimately, this episode doesn't offer a clean conclusion because the data doesn't either. Sales are up, but from record lows. Prices are down, but future projections remain more bullish. Rents are falling in the West but threaten to explode in the GTA in the years to come.  _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

How do our human needs affect our judgement? What happens fro our decision making if our needs are not being met?Using Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, Bruce Wilson joins Chris and Jordy to discuss the relationship between needs and judgment.Bruce Wilson is an ACMG Hiking Guide, a sea kayak guide and guide trainer for the Association of Sea Kayak Guides. He is an avalanche educator for the Canadian Avalanche Association.Bruce is a certified instructor in the Wim Hof Method, he has a master's degree in leadership, and is a Vision Quest instructor, just to name a few of his many qualifications and certifications.Bruce currently instructs the Outdoor Recreation Management Program at Capilano University in North Vancouver. He also provides coaching and guiding through his company Warrior Wolf Guide Services and Coaching and teaches avalanche and survival courses for Canada West Mountain School.In this episode of Delivering Adventure, Bruce walks us through the intricacies of how needs affect judgment using real life stories and examples. This is a thoughtful and engaging conversation that ends with a look at how some First Nations peoples have prioritized human needs in relation to how we contribute within a community.Key TakeawaysHow do our needs affect our judgement?Needs Checklist: Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs works like a checklist that we can use to help us to identify where people are at and what needs to happen to enable them to reach their full potential.Psychological and Physiological Needs: When these needs are not being met, our entire focus can become consumed trying to meet them. This can cause us to develop tunnel vision as we work to get warmer or more comfortable. Being low on energy or being dehydrated can also erode our ability to collect and analyze information accurately.Safety and Security Needs: Our risk tolerance can cause us to perceive the risk around us in ways that are not accurate. If we do not feel that we are in a physically or psychological safe space, we are more likely to ignore our other needs like feeling connected socially to a group.Communicating Risk to Others: It's important to ensure that we are using language and framing information in a way that allows our audience to understand the risk accurately. This can help to improve their ability to make more informed choices.Love and Belonging Needs: People inherently want to feel that they are a part of the group. If they do not feel they belong to the group, they are more likely to make decisions that cause them to behave in a way where they are trying to increase their popularity. This can cause people to become manipulative or to undertake other attention seeking behaviours.Esteem Needs: If our esteem needs are not met, we are going to feel that we are not respected, and we may be less likely to trust others. When esteem needs are not met, we can start to develop self doubt. This can lead to us to second guess our choices. If our confidence is being eroded, it will directly undermine our competence.Self-Actualized Decision Making: This is when we can make reasoned and objective decisions by being open to the fact that we may not know everything. When we are self actualized, we are aware that we may not have all the answers and instead of having this undermine our confidence, it actually increases it.Guest BioWhen it comes to outdoor education and leadership training, Bruce is literally a Jack of all trades. Bruce is an ACMG Hiking Guide. He is a sea kayak guide and guide trainer for the Association of Sea Kayak Guides. He is an avalanche educator for the Canadian Avalanche Association.Bruce is a certified instructor in the Wim Hof Method, he has a master's degree in leadership, and is a Vision Quest instructor, just to name a few of his many...

How comfortable are you recommending high end products to your patients? Whether its contact lenses, boutique frames, or ophthalmic lenses, recommending the best-in-class to patients has long been a challenge for many ECPs. But why? And, more importantly, how can we overcome this hurdle?In this episode, I chat with Dr. Pavan Avinashi who is the owner of Hollyburn Eye Clinic in North Vancouver. Over the last 22 years, Dr. Avinashi has built Hollyburn into the type of clinic many ODs aspire to run: a 6-lane, modern practice with 7 ODs, a dedicated aesthetics spa, and a reputation for offering the best options in eyewear.So, how did Dr. Avinashi build his practice to this level? Today, he shares his top three recommendations for business owners who aspire to offer the best to their patients.Big thanks to Hoya Vision Care Canada for their support of this episode.Learn more about Hoya and their premium lens offering:https://www.hoyavision.com/en-ca/vision-products/Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! http://www.aboutmyeyes.com/podcast/

A fourth-generation pâtissier, Thomas Haas was first introduced to the delicate art of hand-crafting chocolates and pastries in the kitchen of Cafe Konditorei Haas, opened by his great-grandfather in the Black Forest region of Aichhalden, Germany, in 1918. Thomas carried the torch and continued his family's long-standing tradition, apprenticing and working with top chefs in Michelin-starred restaurants across Europe en route to earning his stripes as Konditormeister, or Master Pastry Chef.  In 1995, Thomas was lured to Vancouver to take the role of Executive Pastry Chef at the Four Seasons Hotel, where he met his wife Lisa and twice placed in the top-three in the prestigious annual North American Pastry Chef of the Year competition in New York City. Thomas took an even larger bite of the Big Apple in 1998, when he moved to New York, and as Executive Pastry Chef, helped famed restaurateur and chef Daniel Boulud launch his flagship eatery, Daniel, in Manhattan's Upper East Side. During his time in Gotham, Thomas was singled out as one of the Top Ten Pastry Chefs in America by Chocolatier and Pastry Art & Design magazines and saw his star further rise when he made several appearances on Martha Stewart Living, and other international television shows. Today, Thomas and his wife Lisa own and operate Thomas Haas Chocolates & Patisserie in North Vancouver and the Kitsilano section of Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada. Instagram: @thaaschocolates Website: www.thomashaas.com In this episode we discuss how Thomas fared: Growing up in Germany as part of a pastry and baking dynasty Surviving an apprenticeship with a “crazy genius” pastry chef Honing his skills at a five-star property in Davos and a Michelin one-star restaurant in St. Moritz Fulfilling a dream by moving to the U.S. Snagging the job of a lifetime: Executive Pastry Chef at Daniel in NYC Learning lessons from Chef Daniel Boulud Opening his own business in Vancouver, Canada And much more!

Ozempic and GLP-1 agonists are such a hot button topic in the health and wellness space, and I have a lot of questions. Today endocrinologist and functional medicine specialist Dr. Sue Stock is taking us on a deep dive to better understand GLP-1s from a medical lens! Dr. Sue is the medical director of Lifespan Medical, a cutting edge private healthcare clinic in North Vancouver that provides integrated, preventative and ongoing care to help patients live healthier and longer lives. Dr. Sue has years of experience helping patients manage diabetes, hormonal health and more using GLP-1s such as Ozempic. In this episode, Dr. Sue will share:  What GLP-1s are and how do they work in the body  Who GLP-1s are effective for, and who are they not effective for  The risks, side effects and considerations to keep in mind with GLP-1s  Dr. Stock's thoughts on GLP-1s being used for small amounts of cosmetic weight loss  What Lifespan Medical offers as a private medical clinic  Learn more about Dr. Sue and Lifespan Medical Are you loving the show? We'd be so grateful if you could share the show with a friend, and leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcasts! Connect with Erin and Raw Beauty Talks:Instagram Website See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ozempic and GLP-1 agonists are such a hot button topic in the health and wellness space, and I have a lot of questions. Today endocrinologist and functional medicine specialist Dr. Sue Stock is taking us on a deep dive to better understand GLP-1s from a medical lens!  Dr. Sue is the medical director of Lifespan Medical, a cutting edge private healthcare clinic in North Vancouver that provides integrated, preventative and ongoing care to help patients live healthier and longer lives. Dr. Sue has years of experience helping patients manage diabetes, hormonal health and more using GLP-1s such as Ozempic.  In this episode, Dr. Sue will share:  What GLP-1s are and how do they work in the body  Who GLP-1s are effective for, and who are they not effective for  The risks, side effects and considerations to keep in mind with GLP-1s  Dr. Stock's thoughts on GLP-1s being used for small amounts of cosmetic weight loss  What Lifespan Medical offers as a private medical clinic  Learn more about Dr. Sue and Lifespan Medical  Are you loving the show? We'd be so grateful if you could share the show with a friend, and leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcasts!  Connect with Erin and Raw Beauty Talks: Instagram  Website