• This week on Mental Health Moments, Phil is joined yet again by Vaughan-Woodbridge MPP and Associate Minister of Health Micheal Tibollo. This time they are talking about Ontario investing in mental health and addictions services for and operated by indigenous communities. Throughout the chat, Minister Tibollo explains the importance of this funding creating indigenous led programs, and Phil asks some hard hitting questions. A great and important conversation on Mental Health • Music Director C...
Nov 20, 2021•26 min•Ep. 54
• On Mental Health Moments, Phil speaks with Vaughan-Woodbridge MPP, and Associate Minister of Health Micheal Tibollo. Ontario announced the creation of 4 new mobile mental health clinics, and minister Tibollo tells Phil about what these clinics are, how they'll work, where they're roaming and much more. • Music Director Cristina chats with York Region-based singer and songwriter Kristina Dervaitis. In addition to being a music artist, Kristina is an OB-GYN. She has delivered thousands of babies...
Nov 13, 2021•30 min•Ep. 53
On this week’s episode of Millennial Balance, Shaliza and Afua look at businesses that opened up during the pandemic. Joining the show are Mira Vuletic, co-owner of Poured Coffee and The RE Place and the co-owner of Brazykuts Barbershop, Carlos Bonifaz.
Nov 06, 2021•30 min•Ep. 52
This week on Mental Health Moments, Phil talks with Megan Konarowski. Megan talks about her mental health before and during the pandemic, the kind of impact that blockades at hospitals has on health care workers and patients, the support systems that nurses use to deal with heavy emotions, and she explains what it was like being a nurse and a bride when groomsman passed out at her wedding. Music Director Cristina chats with Toronto-based songwriter and recording artist Kaleb Hikele, who leads th...
Oct 30, 2021•30 min•Ep. 51
On this week’s episode of Millennial Balance, Shaliza’s dreams are coming true! Publicist and podcaster Dalton Higgins joins Shaliza and Afua to talk about the new course he’s bringing to X University, otherwise known as Ryerson University. The course is called “Deconstructing Drake and The Weeknd” and it’s going to be all about the major impact these two artists have had on the music scene, both in Canada and internationally.
Oct 23, 2021•29 min•Ep. 50
This week on Mental Health Moments, Phil talks with Simone Papernick, the Patient Care Manager for Mackenzie Health's Mental Health Program. Simone and Phil talk about an upcoming event designed to let York Region residents ask the questions they want answered about mental health. The event is happening Wednesday the 20th, but if you want your questions answered, you'll have to submit them to Mackenzie Health by Monday the 18th. A link to register for the event can be found on our socials. Phil ...
Oct 16, 2021•24 min•Ep. 49
• Heading back to campus is definitely a strange feeling for a lot of university and college students. On this weekend’s edition of Millennial Balance, Afua and Shaliza will be joined by Riaz Nandan, the President of York University’s Federation of Students. Staying social and connected to the community has been difficult with classes being held online for the last year and a half. Riaz will discuss how to SAFELY make the most of your university experience since most students are now headed back...
Oct 09, 2021•30 min•Ep. 48
Mental Health Moments: This week is all about compassion! Phil talks to Sara Jamil, the founder of Compassion First and a volunteer with the Charter for compassion. Both of the organizations are dedicated to teaching the power of compassion and spreading the word around the world. In this episode of the Power to Heal, the discussion of the importance of being physically active is discussed and how a change in parenting strategies may be contributing to children's activity levels and how they pla...
Oct 02, 2021•30 min•Ep. 47
In this episode of Power to Heal, the work being done on the theory that food is medicine at Peace Arch Hospital in White Rock and around the world is discussed. The opportunity to fix chronic disease with changes in diet is reviewed. Eating less does not just result in visible changes such as a slimmer waistline, it allows the body to consume things like cholesterol instead of having it build up in arteries altering what we cannot see in significant ways. Important findings for people concerned...
Sep 25, 2021•24 min•Ep. 46
Our Music Director Cristina Lavecchia highlights a few Canadian artists. You will hear new music from Dom Mar KZ, Laurell and Kathryn Sinopoli. Also, 105.9 The Region's Rob on the Road talks about 90's Nostalgia, a three-day music event that he will be co-hosting in Vaughan. It will take place at Improve Canada between September 24th and 26th. Performers include Aqua, Vengaboys, Kardinal Offishall, Ludacris, Ashanti and Elvis Crespo!
Sep 18, 2021•29 min•Ep. 45
Looking for one of the best ways to de-stress during the pandemic? No, It's not in your fridge, or at the LCBO. On this week's episode of Millennial Balance, Shaliza and Afua will chat with Cathy Nesbitt about why LAUGHTER yoga is the best medicine to help calm your nerves. This week on Mental Health Moments Phil chats with a member of the Canadian Senate. Denise Batters. Senator Batters opens up about her husband's suicide, the difference in mental health support since his passing. Her advocacy...
Sep 11, 2021•30 min•Ep. 44
Joy in the Summer: Alumni UBC Summer Series is a lighthearted, inspiring, three-part podcast that presents a summer of joyfulness and fun as told by UBC alumni; wine, music and geocaching specialists; and stay-in-the-neighborhood athletes, romantics and travelers. A dream surprise for five UBC students who sing with the UBC A Cappella. Superstar voice and performance coach, Tamara Beatty, who coaches for ‘The Voice,’ ‘My Kind of Country,’ ‘I Can See Your Voice’ and ‘Masked Singer’ offers them a ...
Sep 04, 2021•25 min•Ep. 43
Restaurants have reopened to patrons for a while now in Onatrio but on this episode of Millennial Balance, Shaliza and Afua speak with Toronto Star reporter Irelyne Lavery about how Millennials are hesitant to dine indoors and are instead, opting to stick with patios. Music Director Cristina Lavecchia chats with Kathryn Sinopoli, a songwriter and Billboard charting recording artist based in St. Catharines, Ontario. Kathryn's debut EP called "Bone Collector" is set to be released on September 16t...
Aug 28, 2021•26 min•Ep. 42
This week on Mental Health Moments, host, Phil speaks to Shayan Yazdanpanah from Kids Help Phone about a new project Kids Help Phone has put on called the Peer-to-Peer Community that allows young people to connect anonymously and securely to other young people and help one another through tough times. Also on the show, Shayan explains that in 2020, the use of Kids Help Phone hit over 4 million connections compared to 1.9 million in 2019.
Aug 21, 2021•26 min•Ep. 41
On this week's episode of Millennial Balance, Shaliza and Afua will chat with Cathy Nesbitt about why LAUGHTER yoga is the best medicine to help calm your nerves. New Music Podcast – Our Music Director Cristina Lavecchia chats with an alternative pop band from Toronto called "3409". What started as a class project between Humber College Music Business students, quickly turned into an online success; their music has received over 4 million streams on Spotify alone. Band members Danny and Dante sh...
Aug 14, 2021•30 min•Ep. 40
Mental Health Moments (host: Phil McCabe) – When you think of First Aid, you think of CPR, or defibrillators and so on. But this week on Mental Health Moments, Phil's guest Susan Kagan breaks down an amazing course and program "Mental Health First Aid" Susan talks about the program, how it helps you help others and yourself. She talks about the need to destigmatize mental health and she sheds some light on ALGEES. Chit Chat (Cal & Co.) – Chit Chat is back with another episode this Saturday o...
Aug 07, 2021•27 min•Ep. 39
Millennial Balance with Shaliza Bacchus and Afua Baah Our Music Director Cristina Lavecchia chats with Gold Certified and Billboard charting artist Mat Teofilo a.k.a Songsbury about receiving his first gold record and his experience as a film composer. Mat, who has been in the music industry for 20+ years and has worked with Madonna, Miley Cyrus and Diplo, also reveals that he's opening a recording studio in his hometown of Vaughan!
Jul 31, 2021•30 min•Ep. 38
Mental Health Moments – host Phil McCabe – This week, on a special edition of Discovery, Mental Health Moments takes the full show. Joining Phil this episode is Crime Reporter turned researcher and PR person, Tamara Cherry! After leaving her job in the GTA, Tamara launched a research project into traumatic events and the impact it has on victims, survivors and the media. Phil and Tamara talk about the way forward, a look back at past events and much more.
Jul 24, 2021•30 min•Ep. 37
If you’re itching to travel but you’re not ready to get on a plane just yet, Afua and Shaliza have you covered with this weekend’s edition of Millennial Balance! There are so many beautiful, Instagram-worthy spots just a short drive away from York Region and travel blogger Olivia Rutt AKA mywanderingvoyage joins the show to share some amazing ideas for travelling in Ontario. Tune in to discover some hidden gems in this beautiful province of ours.
Jul 17, 2021•30 min•Ep. 36
Did you know that 46% of Canadians are reporting anxiety over heading back into the workplace even with vaccines. Phil is joined this week by Michael Cooper from Mental Health Research Canada. Michael breaks down a series of surveys and research data to shed some light on how Canadians are feeling. Michael and Phil talk about a variety of interesting stats, including a dramatic increase in Canadians accessing Mental Health services like Kids Help Phone etc since the pandemic started. Our Music ...
Jul 10, 2021•30 min•Ep. 35
Millennial Balance – hosts Shaliza Bacchus and Afua Baah So many millennials are at that age where they’re ready to settle down and start a new chapter in their lives… and planning a wedding can really pack on the pressure! The pandemic has changed the way we do EVERYTHING, and especially weddings. On this week’s episode of Millennial Balance, Afua and Shaliza will be joined by Michelle Biliodeau and Karen Cleveland, authors of THE NEW WEDDING BOOK: A GUIDE TO DITCHING ALL THE RULES. They’re goi...
Jul 03, 2021•29 min•Ep. 34
Mental Health Moments - This week, Phil is joined by the ladies from the Millennial Balance podcast to talk about exactly that. BALANCE! So many millennials get caught in a never-ending cycle of work and exhaustion, so Phil, Shaliza and Afua breakdown what it is to work in the media and the kind of impact that has on one's mental health, as well they offer their thoughts on the importance of striking a balance amongst all aspects of your life New Music Podcast - Our Music Director Cristina Lave...
Jun 26, 2021•30 min•Ep. 33
Millennial Balance is back this week, and if you’re wondering how to stay fit AND have fun this summer, Afua Baah and Shaliza Bacchus have you covered. Nutritionist Jason Yee will be joining the show and talking about diet trends and how to enjoy all the summer sweets in moderation.
Jun 19, 2021•30 min•Ep. 32
Mental Health Moments – host Phil McCabe: This week, Phil is joined by Nodin Webb, an indigenous person from Burleigh Falls. Nodin is a member of the Crane clan and he speaks with Phil quite candidly about the impact the discovery of the mass grave in Kamloops has on the indigenous community. Nodin and Phil talk about what this news means, what is the best way forward and Nodin shares an impassioned speech for those who might be struggling with this horrific news and residential schools as a who...
Jun 12, 2021•28 min•Ep. 31
Millennial Balance – Millennials and Real Estate (Hosts Shaliza Bacchus & Afua Baah) On the Way Home - Your hosts, Michael Braithwaite from Blue Door and Stefania Seccia from the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness openly speak to discuss innovative programs, stories of hope and hardship and new perspectives on ending homelessness in Canada. This episode: While the pandemic has been rough on everyone, it has had even more of an impact on people experiencing homelessness. Nick Falvo, a well...
Jun 05, 2021•30 min•Ep. 30
On Mental Health Moments, Phil talks to a panel of three dads, his dad, and two brothers to discuss candidly what kind of impact that being a parent has on one's mental health. The four of them talk about raising kids through a pandemic and so much more! New Music on The Region Podcast - This episode our Music Director Cristina Lavecchia speaks with singer/songwriter Domenic Nesci who is from right here in the Region (Maple). Domenic is set to release new music this week.
May 29, 2021•26 min•Ep. 29
On the Way Home: Guests and experts in the field of housing and homelessness to educate and create awareness around some of the gaps and challenges individuals and organizations face across Canada. Your hosts, Michael Braithwaite from Blue Door and Stefania Seccia from the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness openly speak with diverse guests each week, to discuss innovative programs, stories of hope and hardship and new perspectives on ending homelessness in Canada. This episode: There is no de...
May 22, 2021•30 min•Ep. 28
May 15, 2021•30 min•Ep. 27
On this week's episode of Mental Health Moments Phil McCabe is joined by fighter turned philanthropist Justin Bruckmann. Justin and Phil talk about the way being a martial artist has helped him grow as a person, business owner and a dad. They also talk about what being in George St. Pierre's Hall of Fame video meant to him, and so much more. Famous Friends is hosted by Joe and Celina who are joined this week by pilot Mike Patrick who discusses the phenomena known as St. Elmo's Fire.
May 08, 2021•28 min•Ep. 26
Content provided by the Students at Seneca College School of Media – Journalism Program If you would like to hear more Seneca podcasts, go to Senecajournalism.ca • For the final episode we go back to Canadian Killers for the chilling story of serial killer Michael Wayne McGray, who started murdering people at the age of 19. In all he claims to have killed 22 people. Two of his victims were killed while he was on a three day pass from prison after his first murder. • Also What a Waste - takes a l...
May 01, 2021•29 min•Ep. 25
