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A Little More Good

Zach Berman and Dean Morriswww.alittlemoregood.ca


Welcome to A Little More Good, a podcast where we explore the fascinating areas that wellness, mindfulness, sustainability, movement, business, our own evolution and adventure intersect.


Join hosts Dean Morris and Zach Berman as we have fun and meaningful conversations centring on human stories that inspire us to get out and live full, healthy, and meaningful lives. Our intention is to create a dialogue that is not only interesting to listen to but inspires YOU to take what you’ve learned through the conversation and apply it to your own life in a meaningful way. 


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Episodes

We Are All Born to Run with Christopher McDougall

This was one of our FAVOURITE convos of all time so we just had to reshare it with you. If you aren't already a super fan of best-selling author Christopher McDougall you will be after this episode. Chris brought all kinds of passion, energy, enthusiasm and curiosity into the conversation. Which, we're pretty sure is just how he exists on this planet. He is truly an inspiration in the way he looks at the world, allows his curiosity to lead him, and his desire to unearth the untold and yet beauti...

Feb 11, 20251 hr 12 min

Special Rebroadcast: Heal your anxiety with Dr. Russell Kennedy

Hello Friends, given the current state of the world, we are taking the opportunity to rebroadcast this important conversation with Dr. Russell Kennedy. Anxiety is running rampant in the world right now, and we believe in the power of the tools Dr Kennedy shares in this episode to help us heal in these uncertain and anxiety inducing times. Be sure to share this episode with friends and family who are feeling extra anxious these days. We hope you are all keeping well. .................... Do you, ...

Feb 04, 20251 hr 32 min

Special Rebroadcast: Spiritual Minimalism: Steps to Living a more Fulfilled Life with Light Watkins

Hello Friends, We are truly thrilled to share today's episode! We have a very special guest with us – renowned author, speaker, and meditation teacher, Light Watkins. Light is known for his unique approach to spirituality and minimalism, combining ancient wisdom with modern-day practices to help people find inner peace and clarity in our fast-paced world. In this episode, we're exploring the fascinating concept of "Spiritual Minimalism." It's not just about decluttering your physical space; it's...

Jan 21, 20251 hr 51 minEp. 142

Carving Your Own Authentic Path, Mary Magdalene & Launching "The Ally Maz Show" with Ally Maz

We are so excited to have our dear friend, Ally Maz, back on the mic with us! Ally she is a writer, entrepreneur, founder of Girlvana Yoga, renowned yoga teacher herself and just an all around incredible human we are so excited to know and learn from. And it is an extra exciting day as Ally just announced the launch of her own podcast “The Ally Maz Show” that will release next Wednesday, January 17th! Her new podcast will dive into all things spirituality, growth and wellness in hopes to inspire...

Jan 14, 20251 hr 13 minEp. 141

The Disaster of Normal with Guru Singh and Tiaga Prem

We are very excited to share this conversation with two AMAZING humans. We sat down and chatted with Ashtanga Yoga Teacher and friend of the pod, Tiaga Prem and legendary spiritual teacher, leader, mentor and musician Guru Singh. This conversation was truly inspirational as we talked about Guru Singh's journey from the San Francisco bay area, to sharing the stage with some world class artists and musicians, to a transformative journey into the majestic copper canyons of Chihuahua Mexico. Through...

Jan 07, 20252 hr 1 minEp. 140

The Pursuit of Hard Things with Matt Christopherson

Hey Friends, we're very excited to be sharing this episode! We recently sat down with our pal Matt Christopherson to hear all about his recent and EPIC undertaking, a gruelling 125 km run from Vancouver to Whistler dubbed "Project 125". Matt was not just running for the hell of it, he was possessed by the spirit of charity and a desire to use his athletic prowess to come to the aid of a friend and Canadian Olympian who is fighting a battle against cancer. In this conversation we touch on Matt's ...

Nov 07, 20241 hr 15 min

Finding your drive with Shea Emry

Hey Friends We are so excited to share this conversation with you all today. We caught up with our pal Shea Emry. Shea is a former Canadian Football League (CFL) linebacker, known for his time with the Montreal Alouettes, Toronto Argonauts, and Saskatchewan Roughriders. During his time in the CFL Shea was recognized for his strong defensive skills and leadership on the field. Over his CFL career, he was a multiple-time East Division All-Star and earned the CFL’s Jake Gaudaur Veterans' Trophy in ...

Sep 17, 20241 hr 43 min

A live podcast with Ryan Willms and Run as You Are - Running as a Practice and Non Dualism

Hey Friends We were stoked to partner up with some of our pals for this epic live podcast. We teamed up with Vancouver's premier running shop RAYA (Run as You Are) and the one and only Ryan Willms. After a meditative group run, we sat in the perfectly curated RAYA showroom to have a conversation with Ryan about running, mindfulness, embodiment, letting go of ego, and finding ourselves on the run. Ryan is a creative director, writer, and entrepreneur known for his work in the fields of fashion, d...

Jul 23, 202453 min

How to create healthy habits and communities with Matt Christopherson of Opscotch

Hey Friends, Ever tried to dial in your fitness & nutrition but didn't know where to begin? Ever tried a new fitness routine but weren't sure if it was right for you? Yeah, us too! We are thrilled to share today's episode! We sat down with Matt Christopherson of Opscotch. As a health and fitness focused person and the co-founder of Opscothch Matt and the Opscocth team help people Navigate, cultivate and optimize their health with a community. Our conversation with Matt focuses on how importa...

Jul 09, 20241 hr 32 min

Science and Spirituality, Cycles and Yin and Yang with Tedi Fisher & Alexandra Perel-Winkler

Hey Friends, Today on the pod we're diving in with two amazing health and wellness practitioners, podcast hosts, and all around awesome humans, Tedi Fisher and Alexandra Perel-Winkler. Tedi and Alexandra host the podcsat "QIMD" which is a health and wellness podcast bridging the worlds of science, spirituality and beyond together into their thougtful and fun conversations. Alexandra is a Functional Medicine doctor and intuitive healer, and Tedi is a Traditional Chinese Medicine doctor, Kinesiolo...

Jun 19, 20241 hr 18 min

The Best Plant Based Recipes, Food Trends and Positive Nutrition with Desiree Nielsen

Hey Friends! Desiree Nielsen is BACK! Any chance we get, we love chatting with Desiree and today's conversation is a good one! We dive into her new book "Plant Magic" and here her why behind creating it, and how the, her latest cookbook has some unique offerings and was born out of her wanting to create something accessible, enjoyable, and delicious for everyone! Desiree is a wealth of knowledge, a curious learner, and one hell of a recipe developer! When she is not elbows deep in recipe creatio...

Jun 04, 20241 hr 22 min

Groupthink, Surrendering and Aging with A Little More Good

This week we caught up with our pal Ally Maz and got into all things self-discovery, personal growth and cosmic exploration. From deep reflections to wondering if aliens exist, this one has it all. We dive into questioning the status quo, the power of alone time,facing fears, finding peace in solitude, setting goals and chasing dreams, living with purpose, redefining aging and so much more goodness. We hope that this one helps you find peace in the chaos of life and is a reminder that sometimes ...

May 15, 20241 hr 6 minEp. 143

Exploring nuance, mirror work and triggers as teachers with Caroline Boquist

Hey Friends, We are excited to share this episode with you all. We sat down with the one and only Caroline Boquist. Caroline is the co-founder of Walrus Design Inc. A contemporary lifestyle boutique selling unique products for you, your loved ones and your home. In her professional and personal life, Caroline is the perfect mixture of kindness, curiosity, wisdom, creativity and connection. She is someone who you immediately feel comfortable around and has such a knack for inviting reflection and...

May 07, 20241 hr 9 min

Echo Chambers, the pursuit of being wrong, and Podcast updates with Zach & Dean

Hey firends we're taking a moment to update you all about a few exciting developments and evolutions of the podcast! We have always wanted A Little More Good to be a place of exploration, personal development, and a landing pad for all our curiosities, rabbit holes, and interests as they have grown, expanded and changed over the years. We have absolutely LOVED how you all have embraced this journey of ours, and quite frankly we are just getting started. We are very excited to share some of the n...

Mar 19, 202433 minEp. 141

The Ally Maz Show: The Power of Deep Connection with Jian Pablico

Today we are doing something a little bit different! We wanted to share one of the latest episodes from the new "Ally Maz Show" produced by us at More Good Media. The Ally Maz show is seriously a must listen friends. The Ally Maz Show focuses on human “being” and spiritual living with a deep inclination for the Divine and explores what it means to be well and whole from the inside out. And in this episode she has another of our dear friends and A Little More Good alumni and Ally's co-founder of ...

Feb 20, 20241 hr 11 min

Activism Through Food & Business with Erin Ireland

This Banana bread is VEGAN? We are soo excited to share today's episode, we sat down with Erin Ireland! Erin is an incredible force for good in Vancouver's food scene and beyond! She is an entrepreneur, social media maven and advocate for plant-based eating. In this conversation we heard Erin's story of how Banana Bread changed her life. From leaving her work in broadcast media, to pursuing her new found side hustle of baking and selling her coveted banana bread Erin's evolution didn't stop with...

Feb 13, 20241 hr 35 minEp. 138

Transformations, Death and Toxic Positivity with Judy Brooks

Sponsors: AG1: If you’re looking for a simpler, effective investment for your health, try AG1, and get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/moregood Episode Resources: A Little More Good: Instagram / Spotify Judy Brooks: Website / Instagram More Good Media: Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 06, 20241 hr 42 minEp. 137

Altruism and Fostering Wonder with Shauna Nep

"Goodness is contagious" a caption from one of Shauna Nep's Instagram photos gives you a glimpse into her life as a person who is committed to doing a little more, and some times, a LOT more good in the world. Shauna grew up in Richmond BC, and now splits her time between LA and Vancouver as she has worked her way into leading some incredibly impactful philanthropic organizations. In 2020 Shauna was named as one of Billboard Magazines top 40 under 40 Executives in the music industry. Since then ...

Jan 30, 202454 min

Discipline, Purpose, Mindset with Matt Enns

Hey Friends, We're excited to share today's episode. We caught up with Matt Enns. Matt is the CEO and head coach of SVRN Man Coaching. He is passionate about helping men redesign key aspects of their lives from career to family life, Matt supports men in their pursuit of self-mastery through discipline, and intentional choices that lead to stacking daily wins in all aspects of life, from physical and mental health, relationship health and financial health. The goal of all of this is to help men ...

Jan 23, 20241 hr 30 minEp. 135

Chapters of Personal Growth with Keighty Ghallagher

Keighty Ghallagher is a good time! We were soo pumped to catch up with Keighty and revisit old memories, share some laughs and hear how her story has unfolded over the last few years. From leaving Vancouver, heading south to Ventura California, pivoting Tight Club from an incredible in person fitness studio to a dynamic online community, and ultimately saying goodbye to it as an official offering. Keighty is someone who embraces change, and walks boldly into the phases of her life with purpose, ...

Jan 16, 20241 hr 37 minEp. 134

"Not Your Zaddy" - A Conversation with Katie Ruddell & Liz Hammond of "Not Your Mommy"

Hey Friends, We had the pleasure of being guests one of our favourite pod's "Not Your Mommy". We had a blast with Katie and Liz, as we chatted through holiday gifting, parenting roles, body dysmorphia, current crushes and so much more. This episode was so fun, and left us wanting more! We wanted to share it here with you all so you don't miss out on the fun! And if you haven't listened yet, get ready for Not Your Mommy to become your favourite new podcast! Enjoy, Z&D aka the Zaddies. (; Spon...

Jan 03, 20241 hr 11 minEp. 132

Habits, Letting Go, and Setting Ourselves up for Success in the New Year With Steph Corker & Cecily Elmas

Hey Friends, As we are in the denoument of another year, and look ahead to all that 2024 may bring, we wanted to direct our focus with our pals Steph Corker and Cecily Elmas to help us look at things to embrace and things to let go of as we step into a New Year! In this episode we discuss habits, letting go, and setting ourselves up for success in the new year. We explore the concept of failure and how it can be reframed as a learning opportunity. The importance of community and accountability i...

Dec 26, 20231 hr 22 minEp. 131

Power Paradigms, Presence and Belief with Kemi Nekvapil

Hello friends, Today, we have the pleasure of hosting an incredible guest whose insights have been transformative for many individuals seeking personal and professional growth. Joining us is Kemi Nekvapil, an accomplished speaker, author, and coach specializing in leadership, well-being, and empowerment. Kemi's expertise lies in leadership principles, holistic well-being, and strategies for achieving balance in our fast-paced lives. Her unique approach considers the interconnected nature of our ...

Dec 12, 202356 min

The Spirituality of Plant-Based Living, Parenting, Manifestation and Favourite Recipe Hacks with Lauren Toyota

Hey friends, Hopefully you're ready to dig into some delicious conversation with the one and only Lauren Toyota! Lauren is a Canadian television host, producer, and author, known for her work on Canada's muchmusic. More recently Lauren has become well known for her contributions to veganism and plant-based living. She is the creator and host of the popular YouTube channel and blog called "Hot for Food," where she shares vegan recipes, cooking tips, and lifestyle content. Her approach to veganism...

Dec 05, 20231 hr 14 minEp. 129

Rabbit Holes on Decentralization, Digital Currency and Systems of Power with Rick Ocean & Ryan Dash

Hey Friends, There is nothing we love more than "going down the rabbit hole" chasing some random bit of information, wellness trend, bio-hacking level up, or anything related to Ancient Egypt! So, as a means to indulge our curiosity, and share with you all our love of all things fascinating, we're trying out a new format for the podcast, where we sit down with some friends and go down the rabbit hole on what is lighting us, or our guests up. Today we are joined by our pals, Rick Ocean of Body En...

Nov 28, 20231 hr 18 minEp. 128

A Conversation About Start Lines, Mindset & Ableism with Rick Hansen

Hey Friends, We are so excited to share this episode with you all today. We were honoured to have a truly inspirational guest join us – a Canadian icon, athlete, and global advocate for accessibility and inclusivity. Our guest today is none other than Rick Hansen. Rick shares with us about his love for the outdoors, nature, and conservation was fostered during his upbringing as a kid from Port Alberni BC. Rick was an active, athletic kid when his life took a profound turn at the age of 15 after ...

Nov 21, 20231 hr 21 min

Enhancing Brain Waves, ATP and Agricultural Output with Mario Brainovic from Analemma

Hey friends, You know here at ALMG we love a conversation that touches on many of our favourite themes, Health, wellness, the environment, and spirituality. And today's episode certainly hits on all these topics and more. We had an amazing conversation with Mario Brainovic of Analemma. Mario is an entrepreneur, researcher, and the CEO of Analemma, a company that enhances the properties and quality of drinking water by transforming it into a coherent liquid crystalline state. Throughout this epis...

Nov 14, 20231 hr 41 minEp. 126

Revitalize Your Hydration Practice , Ageing and Dehydration with Jonathan Butts

Hey Friends, If you've been following along with us for the last year or so, you'll know that a source of curiosity, fascination, and exploration for us at ALMG has been the water. The incredible power and potential of water has us lit up, and we have been excited to continue the deep dive into the well! On Today's episode, we spoke with Jonathan Butts the CEO of Natural Action Technologies, a company that designs one of a kind products to help restore water to it's natural structured form. Befo...

Oct 31, 20231 hr 51 min

A Prayer for Israel and Palestine. A Conversation on conflict and connection with Dr Danny Unrau

Hey Friends, We share this episode with heavy hearts, as we continue to watch the unfolding conflict between Israel and Hamas. We recognize this is a sensitive topic, and debated on if, and how we should take up space in this conversation. After much thought and a unrelenting desire to 'say something' to acknowledge the depth, history, nuance and complexity of this conflict we sat down with Dr. Danny Unrau to unpack our thoughts, share grief, and begin a conversation to help us to try and gain a...

Oct 24, 20231 hr 22 min

Supplementing with Sun, Blocking Blue Light and the Circadian Lifestyle with Matt Maruca

Hey friends, We are really excited to share today's episode. We caught up with the one and only Matt Maruca. Matt is the founder of Ra Optics , a company dedicated to optimizing people's health by limiting the negative affects of blue light with their world class blue light blocking glasses. Furthermore, Matt is a passionate learner, curious explorer, citizen scientist, entrepreneur and educator in the fields of photobiology, mitochondria, and optimal human health. Matt also created The Light Di...

Oct 17, 20231 hr 48 min
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