And that's a wrap! The team at Clean Break is so excited to share the "Best of the best" from the last 4 years of CleanBreak the Podcast! Daren Givoque, Tina Murray & Ashley Beland sit down and talk candidly about their memories, best moments and favorite guests that have sat in the 'hot seat' over the years. A special thank you to all of our guests that have given us the time to chat, talk about some life changing stories and shared in some special moments with this team. See you on the oth...
Jan 03, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 116
Our hosts are switching things up today with Tina jumping into the role of solo host and Darren as podcast guest! Darren released the book Done with This!: Your Practical Guide to Separation and Divorce in Canada in March 2022 after being inspired over the previous 3 years of cultivating relationships through CleanBreak. He found that there was a gap in the market with what resources were available to folks going through this process. After a lot of research, Darren noticed that nothing out ther...
Oct 25, 2022•47 min•Season 3Ep. 115
Our hosts Daren Givoque and Tina Murray are joined today by Janice McFarlane . Janice is the regional sales manager of Canada Life Insurance. The topic of insurance can sometimes seem overwhelming, or something that you will think of “in the future”; Janice takes the time to break down this truly important topic in a compassionate and factual way. One of the biggest influences in Janice’s life is her family, and it only makes sense that she would be passionate about a career that helps support o...
Oct 18, 2022•55 min•Season 3Ep. 114
With the rate of inflation as it currently stands, this episode is just as valuable now as it was back when it was originally released on November 16, 2021! A re-release of one from the CleanBreak archives: Episode #84 with André Bolduc André Bolduc is Partner and Senior Vice-President, Financial Advisory Services with BDO Debt Solutions . Today he sits down with Tina and Daren and dives deep into explaining the different debt solutions that are available to Canadians in need of financial assist...
Oct 11, 2022•33 min
Our episodes age like fine wine! We spoke with Patrick McGarry around this time last year - tune in for a re-release of Episode #81 Building Relationships and Taking Care of People, originally released on October 26, 2021! Daren and Tina are joined today by a guest new to the show: Patrick McGarry . Patrick McGarry is the Chief Operating Officer and Funeral Director at Hulse, Playfair & McGarry Funeral & Cremation Services and he sits down with our hosts to bring some light and levity to...
Oct 04, 2022•44 min
Susan Andrews, CPPA, is a Personal Property Appraiser and owner of Dark Horse Appraisals. She joins our hosts Daren Givoque and Tina Murray today to chat about who benefits from the use of an appraiser, when you would want to secure the help of one, and how to navigate the difference between sentimental value and market value. If you are marking a will, in the middle of a separation, or just want to plan ahead - this will an episode you do not want to miss. Find Susan at www.darkhorseappraisals....
Sep 27, 2022•46 min
Our hosts Daren Givoque and Tina Murray are joined today by Jan Wood. Jan is a travel consultant with Lise Travel Boutique based in Kingston, Ontario. She works with her clients to create a trip that is as unique as they are all while taking away all of the stress involved! Whether you’ve been drawn to travel and don’t know where to start or if you are a seasoned frequent-flier with many stamps in your passport, there is something in this episode for everyone. Tune in to find out more! Find Jan ...
Sep 20, 2022•55 min•Season 3Ep. 112
Episode #79 re-release: Learn how to take control over your space, and your mental health, with this episode from the CleanBreak archives. Originally released October 12, 2021 Daren and Tina sit down with Alexis H elena and discuss how working with a professional coach can benefit both individuals and businesses alike. Through her business, Alexis Helena Professional and Personal Coaching, Soul Mission Coaching , Alexis helps businesses and individuals create systems and organize their lives; gu...
Sep 13, 2022•27 min
Episode #62 rerelease: Equine Therapy for Anxiety and Trauma with Amber Denis. We are going back to April 20, 2021, to discuss how horses can help those with PTSD, anxiety, and more! Amber Denis is the owner of Equi-Soul and is a certified Equine Assisted Personal Development Coach and Facilitator. She sits down with Daren Givoque & Tina Murray to discuss the incredible benefits of equine therapy, and how horses can help us become more self-aware, confident, and trusting. Amber's work is pri...
Sep 06, 2022•25 min
Episode #76 rerelease: Divorce After 50 - The Unique Challenges of Grey Divorce with Adam Mills and Nathalie Picard. This episode is our highest ranked of 2021 and for good reason! Tune in to this info-packed episode for the CleanBreak archives. Many people are seeking separation later in life and in fact, over the last decade, the percentage has increased by 80%! When discussing divorce after 50 there are several factors to consider which can be different than "traditional" divorce. Today our h...
Aug 30, 2022•50 min
Episode #25 rerelease: Tune in for a re-release from the CleanBreak archives! This is one of our TOP listened episodes - you know it has to be good! Its original release was May 1, 2019. Daren & Tina chat with Darrin Clayton of Clayton Law /(Ottawa Family Law) about mediation and working with couples through a divorce. Reach out to Darrin at dlclayton@ottawafamilylaw.com or +1 613-596-2424 Find out more about Darrin and his team at http://www.ottawafamilylaw.com/ Our hosts: Daren Givoque and...
Aug 23, 2022•26 min
Episode #23 rerelease: Tune in for a re-release from the CleanBreak archives! If you're wondering how to best support your kids through a separation - this is the episode you need to listen to! Its original release was April 17, 2019. Shulamit Ber Levtov chats with hosts Daren Givoque and Tina Murray about getting through stress and trauma, and coming out on the other end not like hamburger! Listen for some great advice on helping children through a divorce emotionally and giving tips to help th...
Aug 16, 2022•21 min
Daren and Tina are joined today by Tonya McRae of Kemptville Painting. Tonya is the owner and operator of Kemptville Painting, a residential and commercial painting business. Physically changing your environment to create a vision that is truly yours can be a tangible way to document a big life transition and Tonya helps her clients do exactly this! Tonya is no stranger to the going life changes having pivoted several times over the years and she really leans into it. If you’ve ever felt the nee...
Aug 10, 2022•51 min•Season 3Ep. 111
Justin Ralph is Chief of Staff at Tergar International , a not for-profit meditation community grounded in the Tibetan Buddhist lineage. Justin joins our hosts Daren and Tina in the studio today to discuss the many benefits of, and some of the science behind, meditation. Meditation came into Justin’s life after a decade spent in the performing arts community as an opera singer contributed to him developing anxiety and depression. It was through seeing the positive impact that mediation had that ...
Aug 02, 2022•51 min•Season 3Ep. 110
Episode #44 rerelease: Tune in for a re-release from the CleanBreak archives! While the crisis may not be as acute as it was when this episode was released April 1 2020, this episode still packs a punch 2 years later. Out hosts Daren & Tina welcome Jackie Schoemaker Holmes, PhD to the podcast today! Jackie focuses on helping women and mothers to reclaim their time, helping them prioritize and recentre themselves in their lives. Life hasn't stopped is Covid-19 hit the world, so how do we cope...
Jul 19, 2022•22 min
Episode #12 rerelease: Tune in for a re-release from the CleanBreak archives! This info-packed episode was one of our earlier ones, but has just as much to offer listeners today as it did when it was originally published on September 19, 2018! Natalie Carrière is a registered psychotherapist and owner of The Lighthouse (Le Phare) Counselling & Psychotherapy, a trauma- and HAES-informed practice. Life transitions are incredibly stressful and divorce can be a very dark time in a person's life....
Jul 12, 2022•37 min
Episode #41 rerelease: Tune in for a re-release from the CleanBreak archives! This episode was originally published on January 15 2020. Recently divorced, Tina's good friend Jen joins us to talk about her cohabitation prenup, the process and difficulties that can come up through her divorce. Tina brings up the hard questions... what went wrong? Listen here to Jen's story and more here on the CleanBreak (previously DivorceNet) Podcast! Our hosts: Daren Givoque and Tina Murray Find us on Facebook ...
Jul 05, 2022•30 min
Our hosts Daren Givoque and Tina Murray are joined today by Susan Gahrns. Susan is a collaborative lawyer and mediator with Beesley Gahrns with a focus on family law, as well as real estate and wills. She brings her wealth of experience to chat all things marriage, divorce, inheritance, real estate, and what is up with prenups! Tune in to find out more. Find Susan via beesleygahrns.com , on Facebook @BeesleyGahrns She can be reached at susan@beesleygahrns.com or 613-235-6299 This episode is spon...
Jun 28, 2022•51 min•Season 3Ep. 108
Our hosts Daren Givoque and Tina Murray are joined today by Karen McDonald-Hurley . Karen is the owner and founder of Opportunity Group Business Insights and Solutions , and is a Certified Work-Life Strategist (CWS). Feeling stuck in the “idea” stage of your business/life goals and looking to move into the “execute” portion? Karen can help guide you and formulate a plan to keep you on track! Tune in to find out more. Reach out to Karen via www.opportunitygroup.ca/ , Facebook , Instagram @opportu...
Jun 21, 2022•56 min•Season 3Ep. 107
Episode #37 rerelease: Tune in for a rerelease from the CleanBreak archives! This short but sweet episode was originally published on October 23, 2019! CJ Butler joins us on the Clean Break Podcast to chat about her new book, The Japson Club . Join us to learn a bit more about this woman healing from a terrible relationship escaping to Rosemount Equestrian Club and finding herself wrapped up in much more than she anticipated! Find more on CJ at https://www.cjbutler.net/ , on Facebook , Twitter ,...
Jun 14, 2022•11 min
Episode #55 rerelease: Tune in for a rerelease of some valuable content from archives! This episode was originally published on January 13 2021 and is one of our most listened-to episodes to date! The discussion dives right into litigation versus mediation and collaborative law, and how it all works with Tanya from Parker Wallace Family Law . Daren and Tina loved the discussion about family law with Tanya, talking about the differences and how it would benefit the client and types of situations....
Jun 07, 2022•28 min
Our hosts Daren Givoque and Tina Murray are joined today by V ipul Arora, CFA. Vipul is a Portfolio manager with Assante Wealth Management and partner at O'Farrel Wealth and Estate Planning , based in Kemptville. Vipul brings his background in investment and research analysis to assist financial advisors and clients alike in determining which investments they should buy, which they should sell, and most importantly why they should be making those moves. Whether you're wondering where to start, l...
May 31, 2022•44 min•Season 3Ep. 106
Our hosts Daren Givoque and Tina Murray are joined today by representatives of the Rotary Club of Kempville : President Nancy Miller-McKenzie and active member Bruce Wehlau . If you were ever wondering what Rotary clubs do, who they help, and how you can get involved this is the episode for you! You can reach out to The Rotary Club of Kemptville at kemptvillerotary@hotmail.com They are also found on Facebook and https://www.kemptvillerotary.ca/ Find more on the Rotary Club of Kemptville and gain...
May 24, 2022•45 min•Season 3Ep. 105
Our hosts Daren Givoque and Tina Murray are joined today by Nancy Peckford . Nancy is the mayor of the municipality of North Grenville in Ontario and has been in office since 2018 and was the first woman elected to this position! She shares her experiences with being a busy solo parent with 3 children while governing the local office for one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario. Nancy is invested in cultivating relationships with her community and council, and ensuring the she is part o...
May 17, 2022•44 min•Season 3Ep. 104
Episode #46 rerelease: Tune in for a rerelease of some valuable content from are archives! This episode was originally published on April 8, 2020. Daren Givoque and Tina Murray sit down with Pamela George , Financial Literacy Counsellor, to talk about thinking about an emergency fund, setting up a budget for the next 90 days, concentrating on the essentials (food, bills, etc). Since the initial release of this episode, Pamela has pivoted from Pamela George Financial Literacy to her new business ...
May 10, 2022•26 min
Episode #58 rerelease: Tune in for a rerelease of some valuable content from are archives! This episode was originally published on June 3, 2020. Beth and Rob Andress are back on CleanBreak the podcast with hosts Daren & Tina to talk about Street Safe Self Defence and how this program is for everyone . Our guests get real about how this program can change a person, help them feel empowered and safe, and go deep into defending yourself as a male in the world. Tune in to hear how this program ...
May 03, 2022•22 min
Daren and Tina are joined today by Cynthia Squire . Cynthia is a frequent contributor to the podcast and has been a practicing family lawyer since 2011. She joins our hosts to chat all things family law including the options that are available to separating couples, accessing financial aid, how spousal and child support are determined and allocated, as well as how legal proceedings have changed post pandemic. Cynthia can be found through LinkedIn , and at Lister Beaupré Lawyers . She can be reac...
Apr 26, 2022•38 min•Season 3Ep. 103
Linda Miller has been working as a matchmaker for over 25 years, having helped couples find each other from Alberta to Quebec since 1995. She is the CEO of Misty River Introductions based in Ottawa, which operates through most of Ontario and English speaking Quebec. Today Linda joins Daren and Tina to chat about the type of service that she offers as a matchmaker, who her clientele is, the difference between signing up for Misty River Introductions and using a traditional dating app, and more. F...
Apr 19, 2022•52 min•Season 3Ep. 102
Today Daren and Tina discuss the changes that CleanBreak has gone through over the last year, pivoting away from focusing mainly on divorce and separation to including any of life’s transitions. They are joined by two professionals who have partnered with CleanBreak in order to provide our listeners and followers with even more guidance and resources: Alexis Earl of Alexis Helena Coaching and Zelena van der Leeden of Divorce Management . Both Alexis and Zelena work to support their clients and g...
Apr 12, 2022•44 min•Season 3Ep. 101
Daren and Tina are behind the mic today for CleanBreak, The Podcast’s 100th episode! They are joined by Dr. Riley Moynes to chat about a life transition that happens to 10,000 people a day in North America: Retirement. Dr. Moynes moved into the world of financial services after spending over 2 decades in public education, and he has recently authored and published the book The Four Phases of Retirement. He, Daren, and Tina discuss the often overlooked psychological considerations and changes tha...
Apr 05, 2022•40 min•Season 3Ep. 100
