Meet Michael Allemeier - Certified Master Chef and Instructor of Culinary Arts at SAIT Polytechnic. After years of enduring painful arthritis from the demands of a high-energy kitchen career, Michael recently underwent a full hip replacement.

Michael shares the physical and mental challenges that came with his journey to recovery and offers insights into how healing his body has also opened doors to mental and emotional renewal. He emphasizes the importance of self-care in the culinary industry, urging young chefs to invest in their physical health to sustain long careers.

Join us as Chef Michael reflects on his career, his personal journey, and the lessons he’s learned about resilience, wellness, and the interconnectedness of body and mind.

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Meet Steve Rio, Co-Founder of Enfold, a spiritual coach, musician, entrepreneur, and investor. As a key figure in the psychedelic renaissance, Steve sits on the board of TheraPsil and advises leading companies in this space. His life’s work is to raise consciousness and help people realize their full potential.

Enfold offers a unique psycho-spiritual model for healing and growth, combining psychedelic intensives, coaching, and community support. They are world leaders in the safe and sacred use of 5-MeO-DMT, helping individuals heal trauma, expand their consciousness, and unlock their true potential. For Steve and his wife Austin, Enfold is the culmination of their life’s work—a sacred calling to serve and elevate others during their most transformative moments.

Join us for an inspiring conversation as we explore Steve’s journey, his work with Enfold, and his approach to living a balanced and purposeful life.

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Meet Kevin Bailey, Co-Founder and CEO of Dreamfuel, a company that provides founders with mental performance coaching on par with what pro athletes receive. A three-time Inc. 500 startup founder, Kevin is also completing his master's in applied neuroscience at King’s College London.

Dreamfuel’s neuroscience-based coaching platform helps high achievers eliminate mental barriers and align their physiology, emotions, thoughts, and behaviours to boost performance. Through 1:1 mindset coaching and the Intrinsic app, Dreamfuel empowers individuals to prioritize mental performance and track their success.

In this episode, Kevin shares his insights on the importance of mental fitness for founders, how neuroscience can be leveraged to eliminate 'head trash,' and the role of mindset coaching in supercharging success. Join us as we dive into the science of mental performance and how it can elevate entrepreneurs to new heights.

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Meet Richard Papp, a lifelong fitness enthusiast, athlete, and successful personal trainer who’s spent decades pushing the boundaries of physical potential—both for himself and his clients.

Richard’s passion for fitness spans a wide range of disciplines, from gymnastics and cycling to bodybuilding, where he recently won the Alberta Open Bodybuilding Championships in the over-50 and over-60 classic physique divisions, all while placing 7th overall in the open age category at 61 years old.

Beyond his athletic achievements, Richard has made a lasting impact in the fitness industry. He’s owned and operated a bike shop and road racing team, managed the Calgary Gymnastics Centre through its most successful period, and consulted for major fitness brands like Gold’s Gym Canada.

In this episode, Richard shares his journey from competitive athlete to fitness entrepreneur, how he continues to defy age and limitations, and the mindset that has fueled his lifelong commitment to health and wellness. Join us for an inspiring conversation about success, longevity, and staying active at any age.

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Meet Chad Gillies, a devoted family man and spiritual explorer on a mission to reclaim mental health. A true psychonaut, Chad is all about doing the dirty work of personal transformation.

In this episode, Chad shares his powerful story of how ayahuasca transformed his life. Chad’s journey with this plant medicine began over a decade ago, with healing ceremonies in Costa Rica that cured his depression and issues with addiction. He now advocates for its potential to help others, including his daughter, who overcame addiction, and his partner, who found freedom from prescription drugs.

Join us for a profound conversation with Chad as we navigate the complex intersection of mental health, spirituality, and the pursuit of alternative healing.

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Meet Rod Stilwell, Chief Catalyst and President of Uni-Signal Development Group. With over 30 years of experience in leadership development, Rod specializes in helping executives and teams become the best versions of themselves.

After leaving a successful executive career in banking, Rod found his calling working with engineering, mining companies, and technical leaders—guiding them through the complexities of building trust, navigating conflict, and fostering valuable stakeholder relationships. His work focuses on empowering newly appointed technical leaders to thrive in leadership roles where relational skills are often in high demand, but in short supply.

From owning his first printing business at 16 to spending 18 months in the high Arctic learning new languages and cultures, Rod’s career path is a testament to continuous learning and adaptability.

Join us for a conversation with Rod as we explore his journey into leadership development, his passion for helping technical leaders succeed, and the importance of relationships in achieving business success.

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Meet Shaun Caron - passionate ultra runner and Territory Sales Manager at Red Truck Beer Co.

Beyond his professional life in the beer industry, Shaun is an average Joe turned ultra runner and endurance athlete. His impressive race resume includes completing four World's Toughest Mudders and six ultra marathons, with distances ranging from 50km to 161km.

Shaun's journey into endurance sports has been as much about personal growth as physical achievement. Running has taught him the importance of balance, consistency, and listening to his body. Whether he's training for a 100-mile race or balancing his work and personal life, Shaun has learned to prioritize what truly matters.

Join us for a conversation with Shaun as he shares insights from his running journey, the lessons he's learned on the trail, and how he maintains balance in the face of challenges.

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Meet Kelsey Irvine - passionate leader and CEO of two Canadian all-natural skincare companies, Birch Babe and Birch Baby 🌱

Birch Babe is a collection of 60+ certified all-natural, plastic-free skincare and clean beauty products made in Canada. Kelsey's passion for health, sustainability, and ethical values inspired her and her sister Lindsay to rebrand their mom's company Birch Babe during the pandemic.

Organically growing its presence from 30 stores to over 300 across North America, Kelsey has successfully bootstrapped the brand into a key player in sustainable skincare and clean beauty, earning multiple awards and features in major publications.

Join us for a conversation with Kelsey as she shares insights on her journey to entrepreneurship, sustainability, and the power of family in building a thriving business.

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