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Steve Ghikadis - Humanism from the HeartSteve Ghikadis is a Humanist Officiant who conducts secular marriages, memorials, and many more meaningful life-affirming celebrations. Raised as a freethinker, Steve has been married to a Christian for over a decade. He and his wife, Cindy, believe in the importance of bridging the gap between believers and non-believers. Their two young children are being raised in an interfaith household and are free to choose their own path. Steve's family dynamic inspired him to write Humanism from the Heart: Building Bridges Beyond Belief, a book that emphasizes the importance of working together to celebrate the diversity of worldviews. Steve serves as an Ambassador for Humanist Canada, Recovering from Religion, and Sunday Assembly. In 2024, he was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for significant contributions to his community in Windsor/Essex, Ontario, Canada. In this episode, I ask Steve some challenging questions about raising kids with a Believer, whether religious people can be humanists, and more.FIND STEVE:Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/share/16XVw44tkk/?mibextid=wwXIfrInstagram-https://www.instagram.com/steve.ghikadis?igsh=MXN5MHlleGM0YWQ4MQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrBook: Amazon-Canada: https://a.co/d/c63RA3sUSA: https://a.co/d/5gpaUEpEurope: https://amzn.eu/d/FIND JANICE:Janice Selbie's Best-selling book Divorcing Religion: A Memoir and Survival Handbook is now available in the USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DP78TZZFAnd Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0DP78TZZFDivorcing Religion: A Memoir and Survival Handbook - Kindle edition by Selbie, Janice. Religion & Spirituality Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.amazon.com/dp/B0DP78TZZFand CANADA: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0DP78TZZFRecordings are available for the Shameless Sexuality: Life After Purity Culture conference 2025! Get your Resource Ticket now: https://www.shamelesssexuality.org/Religious Trauma Survivor Support Group is happening on Tuesdays at 5pm Pacific and Thursdays at 6pm Eastern (starting April 17). Don't miss this opportunity to connect with others for healing and support: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/servicesNeed help on your journey of healing from Religious Trauma? Book a free 20-minute consultation with Janice here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/servicesFollow Janice and Divorcing Religion on Social Media:Threads: Wisecounsellor@threads.netBlueSky: @janiceselbie.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DivorcingReligionTikTok: @janiceselbieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisecounsellor/Subscribe to the audio-only version here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/religious-trauma-podcastThe Divorcing Religion Podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you need help with your mental health, please consult a qualified, secular, mental health clinician.Support the show

Steve Ghikadis is a Humanist Officiant, who conducts secular marriages, memorials, and many more meaningful life-affirming celebrations. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and a Bachelor of Education in primary, junior, and intermediate grades. Raised as a freethinker, Steve has been married to a Christian for over a decade. He and his wife, Cindy, believe in the importance of bridging the gap between believers and non-believers. Their two young children are being raised in an interfaith household and are free to choose their own path. He serves as an Ambassador for Humanist Canada, Recovering from Religion, and Sunday Assembly. In 2024, Steve was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for significant contributions to his community in Windsor/Essex, Ontario, Canada. Book Description: Humanism from the Heart by Steve Ghikadis is a heartfelt exploration of what it means to build bridges of understanding in a world divided by conflicting beliefs. Through personal stories and candid reflections, Steve shares his transformative journey—from struggling with religious apathy and growing resentment to embracing secular humanism, a philosophy rooted in empathy, reason, and meaningful connection.

Five people have been arrested following a $500K whiskey heist, tariff uncertainty keeps Windsor's May jobless rate over ten per cent, and one Windsor-Essex beach is under code yellow for bacteria. All the evening headlines, and the weekend forecast, on the go.

A driver has died following a collision with an east Windsor house, tariffs partly are to blame for a delay in the Windsor-Essex hospital project, and a rehab centre named after Bob Probert formally opens. All the evening headlines on the go.

Join us as Doris Lapico shares her inspiring journey from a successful real estate professional to a dedicated community advocate. Discover how she's making a meaningful difference in Windsor-Essex through her work with The Real Group and her commitment to local healthcare initiatives.

A 71-year-old woman is dead after being hit by a train, the Bank of Canada holds its key interest rate, and there were more properties for sale in Windsor-Essex in May. All the noon headlines on the go.

Smoke from the western Canada wildfires have led to an air quality statement being issued, Windsor police stop a third alleged stunt driver in a week, and all Windsor-Essex beaches are open. All the evening headlines, and the weekend forecast, on the go.

Mental health is a crucial aspectof cognitive and emotional stability, enabling individuals to navigate theworld with clarity and awareness. National Mental Health AwarenessMonth, observed in May, seeks to increase understanding of mental healthissues, reduce stigma, and promote awareness of mental health conditions. Thismonth presents an opportunity to educate the general populace regarding mentalhealth, dismantle obstacles to seeking assistance, and advocate for enhancedsupport and resources. Mental illness is prevalent; lastyear witnessed a higher incidence of mental disorders compared to illnessessuch as stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy combined. Recent statistics from the DistrictHealth Council (1996) indicate that approximately 62,000 individuals in Windsorand Essex County are contending with mental health challenges. The CanadianMental Health Association (CMHA) provides a comprehensive array of services tosupport nearly all residents in our area. They offer specialized services forthose affected by severe mental illnesses, support for individuals facinglife's difficulties, and educational programs targeting the public.  Kim Wills, Director ofCommunications & Mental Health Promotion for the CMHA of Windsor-Essex,engaged in a thorough discussion with me this week about the state of mentalhealth across Canada, including local concerns in Windsor and Essex. She shared insights on enhancingand expanding the quality of resources available to individuals in need,ensuring broader access to essential support. For more information: https://windsoressex.cmha.ca Follow: @cmhawecb

In this episode, Ben Davies is joined by Alyssa Ismail from Century 21, Sebastian Schmoranz of MSSH Lawyers, and Rob & Sandra Zanet of Indi Mortgages. They dive into the current real estate market in the Windsor/Essex area, discussing house prices, bidding wars, mortgage rates, and more. Whether you're buying or selling a home, tune in for valuable tips and expert insights to navigate this dynamic market.

Join us for an exciting interview with Cody Kraus, Broker/Owner of CENTURY 21 Local Home Team Realty! With over 13 years of experience in Windsor-Essex, Cody shares how he built a real estate legacy—shaping communities, mentoring agents, and leading with purpose. From flips to long term investments, he offers practical insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, and making a lasting impact in real estate.

Sixty-nine confirmed cases of measles in Windsor-Essex now and a big cocaine bust at the Ambassador Bridge. These stories and more are in your noon news on the go.

Some rain is headed to Windsor-Essex this week, a child is recovering after being hit by a car Friday night in downtown Windsor, and you'll see new waste collection trucks on Windsor streets starting Tuesday. All the evening headlines on the go.

-World happiness report suggests we need a Drake comeback -AFAF: "What's weirder? Drinking Dr. Pepper at the gym, or my bf freaking out about it?" -What's Appening: This app could save your immortal soul -FYI: Chief Waffle is cracking down -Worst roads in Windsor-Essex & Parking lot incidents -Creative baseball snacks just in time for the MLB season -Wanna hear ChatGPT scream for its life? -A trip to the ER from a fisting gone wrong...Hannah's got a hot take.

The average price of a home in Windsor-Essex fell last month and Tesla has been kicked out of the Vancouver Auto Show. These stories and more are in your morning news on the go.

Join us for an inspiring conversation with the President & CEO of the Windsor-Essex Chamber of Commerce! From playing professional hockey to now empowering local businesses, this episode dives deep into his journey, vision for the future of Windsor-Essex, and the challenges businesses face today.

American tariffs on steel and aluminum go into effect and more exposure points for measles identified in Windsor-Essex. These stories and more are in your morning news on the go.

Measles cases increase in Windsor-Essex and China slaps Canada with retaliatory tariffs. These stories and more are in your morning news on the go.

Detroit's Big 3 automakers are granted a 30-day tariff exemption, we've learned more about a confirmed measles case in Windsor-Essex, and the number of vaccine-related school suspensions is down. All the evening headlines on the go.

A crash in Windsor kills one and injures another, PC Party Leader Doug Ford campaigns in Windsor-Essex to wrap up election stumping, and the Downtown Mission celebrates a successful fundraiser. All the evening headlines on the go.

A woman is killed in a Tuesday night crash in Windsor, PC Party Leader Doug Ford begins his final day of campaigning in Windsor-Essex, and the Downtown Mission's biggest fundraiser shatters its goal. All the noon headlines on the go.

An appeal is renewed for a 30-year-old cold case, the OPP is looking for two women suspected of fraud in Lakeshore, and Ontario's top figure skaters are in Windsor-Essex. All the evening headlines, and a snowy Family Day weekend forecast, on the go.

Windsor-Essex prepares for American tariffs and why are single women happier than single men? These stories and more are in your noon news on the go.

A boil-water advisory in Windsor-Essex has been lifted, US President Trump doubles down on reciprocal tariffs, and a local labour council makes an election endorsement. All the evening headlines on the go.

Winter weather has arrived in Windsor-Essex, Windsor police look for a break-and-enter suspect, and Windsor's mayor gives the State of the City address. All the evening headlines, and the latest winter storm forecast, on the go.

A winter storm headed to Windsor-Essex and no more Sunsplash Festival in Belle River. These stories and more are in your noon news on the go.

In this episode, we chat with James Braakman, founder of the Windsor-Essex Bike Community (WEBC) and creator of the Libro Bike Trails. We dive into his journey from mountain biking enthusiast to community leader, the challenges of building a non-profit, and what the future holds for WEBC and local biking trails. 

A couple of housing proposals will be up for discussion at the next Chatham-Kent council meeting, a million dollars is headed to a local group to help protect communities along the North Shore of Lake Erie in Chatham-Kent and Windsor-Essex, and Ontario voters could be headed to the polls next month.

Windsor-Essex remains in the deep freeze, a Windsor K9 officer helps apprehend a break-and-enter suspect, and Windsor native Garth Hudson of The Band passes away. All the evening headlines on the go.

Windsor-Essex is in the deep freeze, suspected arson hits an Amherstburg home for the third time in 16 months, and the two English school boards want the City of Windsor to defer a plan to cut school extra buses. All the evening headlines on the go.

A ceasefire agreement is reached between Hamas and Israel, Windsor police look for suspects in a violent home invasion, and six Windsor-Essex groups get federal tourism funding. All the evening headlines on the go.

Windsor police are looking for an alleged Christmas Day peeping Tom, it'll be a mild, wet weekend in Windsor-Essex, and a local Korean War veteran gets additional recognition. All the evening headlines, and the weekend forecast, on the go.

Avian flu is confirmed in Windsor-Essex waterfowl, Windsor police pledge to continue its effective Glengarry initiative, and Santa Claus is on his way. All the evening headlines, and the Christmas forecast, on the go.

The OPP made two weekend arrests for impaired driving in Windsor-Essex, a shock resignation of a key member of Trudeau's Cabinet, and positive results of a survey on policing. All the noon headlines on the go.

The OPP arrest a man who fell asleep in a restaurant drive-thru, the Canada Post strike puts a crimp in donations to the Downtown Mission, and Windsor-Essex home sales went up again last month. All the evening headlines on the go.

How the Canada Post strike is hurting businesses and finding an AED in Windsor-Essex just got a lot easier. These stories and more are in your morning news on the go.

Canada's war dead are being remembered in Windsor-Essex and across the country, the OPP is seeking tips on a fatal motorcycle crash in Kingsville, and St. Clair College's football team makes history. All the evening headlines on the go.

Americans are voting for their next President, Windsor-Essex's three hospital systems brace for respiratory illness season, and proposals are being accepted for development on a Windsor parking lot. All the noon headlines on the go.

Windsor police investigate an east-end shooting and suspicious fire, the Speakers List is gone at the English public school board, and a welcome surprise for Windsor-Essex commuters. All the evening headlines on the go.

In today's 15-min update...  - Rats are getting birth control in NYC before the women  - Asking For A Friend: Should I let my husband impregnate my BFF?  - If you see one of THESE bugs in Windsor-Essex, SQUISH IT  - Is early Christmas decorating now called "Pulling A Venezuela"? and more!

In today's 15-min update...  - It's BACK TO SCHOOL in Windsor-Essex! We celebrate by reading some one-star reviews of YQG schools, and by debating a controversial Capri Sun change.  - What To Watch: Another iconic y2k series is getting a Netflix reboot!  - #ToxicTuesday: The least-suspicious way to catch your partner cheating and more!

Jon, Frazier and Doug are your panelists today. Your topics this week: Brian Masse's National Urban Park Private Member's Bill hits a snag, funding for the civic esplanade is delayed, and new population estimates for Windsor-Essex.Rose City Politics is brought to you with the kind support of LiUNA Local 625: Building Better Communities. Support the show at Patreon.com/RoseCityPolitics. Read our stuff in Biz X Magazine or online at BizXMagazine.com and RoseCityPolitics.ca

Canadian journalist Nora Loreto reads the latest headlines for Thursday, April 18, 2024.TRNN has partnered with Loreto to syndicate and share her daily news digest with our audience. Tune in every morning to the TRNN podcast feed to hear the latest important news stories from Canada and around the world.Find more headlines from Nora at Sandy & Nora Talk Politics podcast feed.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcastReferenced articles:Story 1 - 14 out of 15 drug poisoning deaths in Windsor-Essex were related to fentenyl.Story 2 - The Ontario Legislature's speaker MPP Ted Arnott bans Keffiyehs as being political symbols. Story 3 - Crisis in Alberta's NICUs spurns doctors to call for action; minister floats idea of airlifting infants in critical care to other provinces.Story 4 - Private citizen to be questioned over ArriveCan app by the House of Commons for the first time in 100 years after Kristian Firth was found in contempt. Story 5 - Pakistan blocked out social media just before and just after the elections, in a move meant to harm Imran Khan's chances. Story 6 - 1 in 5 Palestinians living in the occupied territories have been arrested, a rate that is doubled when only men are concerned. Yesterday marked Palestinian Prisoners' Day.

Jon, Frazier and Doug are your panel for a discussion of Tecumseh's successful application to the Housing Accelerator Fund, Fairmount Properties suing Windsor over the Grace site development, and MPP Lisa Gretzky's comments around transparency relating to the recent health care cyberattack.Rose City Politics is brought to you with the kind support of LiUNA Local 625: Building Better Communities. Support the show at Patreon.com/RoseCityPolitics. Read our stuff in Biz X Magazine, or online at BizXMagazine.com and RoseCityPolitics.ca

Welcome back to the Millionaire Real Estate Podcast! Today, we sat down with special guests Michael Hellickson & Jordan Silvester to discuss How to get a lot of sale in 2024!   Michael Hellickson is the CEO of Club Wealth®, an Executive Business Consulting Firm that offers coaching and training to business owners worldwide. In select scenarios, Michael also invests in and partners with profitable companies looking to take their business to the next level. Unlike many traditional realtors, Jordan doesn't wear the suit and tie combo. He's the authentic, down-to-earth, realtor. What matters more than the clothes he wears is the results he gets for his clients throughout Windsor-Essex region. - This episode is sponsored by CanZell Realty. CanZell is one of the fastest-growing virtual/hybrid companies with a focus on providing local leadership, revenue share opportunities, and top technology for agents. Learn how you can keep more of your commission and sell more real estate at joincanzell.com - Join CanZell HERE: https://joincanzell.com/

Longtime friend of the show and new panelist Frazier Fathers joins Don, Jon and Doug to talk about housing statistics in Windsor / Essex. Rose City Politics is brought to you with the kind support of LiUNA Local 625: Building Better Communities. Support the show at Patreon.com/RoseCityPolitics. Read our stuff in Biz X Magazine or online at BizXMagazine.com.

Doug sat down with Ward 9 Councillor Kieran McKenzie to talk about solid waste in Windsor / Essex and Windsor's prospects for meeting it's climate goals.

Alise Alousi's writing has appeared in numerous journals and anthologies including Three Fold Press, Mom Egg Review, The Detroit Free Press, Inclined to Speak: An Anthology of Contemporary Arab American Poetry and We Call to the Eye and the Night: Love Poems by Writers of Arab Descent. She is a 2019 Kresge Literary Arts Fellow and has received awards and fellowships from the Knight Foundation, Mesa Refuge, Martha's Vineyard Institute of Creative Writing, and others. Alise Alousi has worked at InsideOut Literary Arts in Detroit for two decades, she serves the Room Project, a workspace for women and nonbinary writers in Detroit, and she currently teaches poetry to teens at the Arab American National Museum. Her latest poetry collection, published by Wayne State University Press in August 2023, is What to Count.https://alisealousipoetry.com/https://www.wsupress.wayne.edu/books/detail/what-countOur local writer feature this time is Erik ETomic Johnson. You'll catch one of his poems later in the episode. Erik E-tomic Johnson is a local hip-hop lyricist, vocalist and slam poet. From the Windsor-Essex county area. Erik has been writing and performing poetry for a number of years. He draws his poetic inspiration from his Afro-Indigenousculture and experiences as an artist of color and physically disabled creator. His goal as an artist is to highlight the experiences of BIPOC through storytelling, a theme that is deeply ingrained in all of his poetic endeavours.https://biblioasisbookshop.com/https://storytellersbookstore.ca/

In this episode, Kevin McShan shares his personal journey of being repeatedly turned down for jobs due to his disability, highlighting the prevalent biases within the employment sector, and how we can get back to embracing the humanity in all of us. Explore the hard-hitting facts about disability employment and learn how you can contribute to building an inclusive society. 1. Kevin's formative years and how they shaped his interaction with his peers2. The importance of diversity, equity, and inclusivity for people with disabilities 3. Defining success and prosperity in breaking down barriers 4. Ways to combat disability discrimination in the workplace 5. Why people should celebrate their lives and others' lives alsoResources mentioned in this episodeDiscover Ability NetworkAbout Kevin McShanKevin is a graduate of St. Clair College's Journalism, Print, and New Media Program. He has an extensive history of promoting employment equality for individuals with disabilities, most recently as the Job Developer and Enhanced Employer Support Facilitator with the YMCA of Windsor-Essex County. Kevin worked with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce on the Discover Ability Network project in the region of Windsor-Essex. In this role, he was responsible for linking businesses to the Discover Ability Network website, an online job matching portal for employers and job seekers with a disability.Kevin was instrumental in the implementation of the WEareAble Project. The Project was a new initiative in Windsor-Essex aimed to educate local business and hiring managers about the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities. By eliminating the barriers and stereotypes, we can create a positive pathway toward these individuals gaining competitive employment within our community. The project lasted 13 months and resulted in individuals with disabilities securing employment.Connect with Kevin  Website: Kevin McShan Podcast: Lets Have This Conversation YouTube: Let's Have This ConversationSupport the show! Want to learn more about us? Visit our website at www.periodtopause.com or send an email to amanda@periodtopause.comFollow us on Instagram: @periodtopauseFollow our Facebook Page: Period to Pause

Kevin McShan is the host of the "Let's Have This Conversation" Podcast, a journalist, and an accomplished disability rights advocate. He has been instrumental in such organizations as the WEareAble Project, the Discover Ability Network in the region of Windsor-Essex, Canada, Assisted Living, as well as working closely with the Ontario Government on creating more employment opportunities for those living with disabilities. He is the recipient of the 2012 Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal and the 2015 Influential Advocates Award while also launching his own business venture in 2013, Mobilizing Media Innovations. Check out Kevin below: https://www.kevinmcshan.com/ Want to learn more about Dylan or book a session, check out his website: www.dylansessler.com Dylan Sessler P.O. Box 549 Brookfield, WI 53008-0549 ____________________________________________ Socials: Email: invictus.dev.grp@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylan_sessler/ Tik Tok: https://tiktok.com/@dylan_sessler Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dylansessler LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-sessler-69a29b19a/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Dylan_J_Sessler --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The unification of people can often be told through stories of creativity, inspiration, purpose, and drive. For the approximately 340,000 residents of Windsor, they have one specific publication dedicated to this specific goal. From dream to reality, the 2018 rebrand of The Drive magazine is everything they hoped it would be. The magazine delivers content on creativity, passion, people, inspiration and most of all, drive. Drive is the greatest asset we recognize in people, and they are bringing that very energy to the magazine. They're constantly in search of fresh content to inform, inspire, educate, and engage their readers. They will always deliver captivating photography and clean design, and they are here to take you along for the ride. They're on a mission to redesign your advertising campaigns to better reach your target market and be sure to captivate your audience. There focus will be to consistently represent our community's truths and aspirations—to inspire our readership. The Drive will not simply inform readers; it will explore the raw truths of our stories and life lessons they offer. Its here to evoke emotions and sometimes, we may push the envelope to keep your mind engaged. Our readers relate to people from all walks of life by drawing from their real experiences, telling their stories. Stick around and be part of something big, bold and forward-moving. Dave Hunter is the Managing Partner at The DRIVE Magazine, he joined me this week to tell me more.